From the moment I stepped foot into my first Bella Bridesmaids showroom, I knew it was something special. Imagine chic decor, dreamy gowns from some of the most amazing designers ever and a team of professionals that know a thing or two about making you AND your besties happy. It's a dress shopping paradise (seriously) and we're dedicating an entire slideshow to the pretty party. Visit...
The other day my son burst into a fit of giggles. What's so funny I asked him. Mom, "I have a really good question...Knock, knock. The chicken crossed the road because he had poop on his head!" And there you have it. The very nucleus of what I'm dealing with every day. My life is a mash-up of tutus and tantrums, of doctor's appointments and DIY and while I would never claim to do the dance of mommyhood all that beautifully, I do have a few Mom rules that make life so much more doable. And you...
When it comes to getting prettied up for your Big Day, it's so, so important to choose a makeup artist that fits your personal needs. I mean, how often do you really get dolled up by a professional? I can count on one hand how many times I have and each experience yielded a different result. Enter makeup guru Carly Pribich. She's sharing her top three must-know tips to find your perfect match! 1. FIND AN ARTIST THAT FITS...
This wedding is kind of everything. It's classic in that way that is so incredibly fashionable, and heartfelt in the way you can feel it through the computer screen. It's perfect. It's the tale of two midwesterners finding love in the Big Apple, and their big day plays out beautifully (complete with a stunning blush Vera Wang gown) through ...
Inspired by her local vendors, Marianne Sabado crafted this perfectly rich inspiration filled with Everly Alaine Florals bouquets and rustic fall centerpieces. Accented with sparkling props amongst the...
Sublimely sweet pears are a treat during colder months, which is why these refreshing pear cocktails from Waiting on Martha have quickly become our tipple of choice. Craving something a little sweet? The Pear Blossom Fizz combines pear juice with elderflower blossom liqueur and bubbles and is topped off with a dash of cinnamon. Click here for the recipe. Whichever...
Before I knew it, I was adding this wedding to my list of all-time favorites. I continue to find new details to adore every time I go through these pics by Cory Ryan, from Posey Floral and Event Design's bouquets, to the...
Sharing a love of the great outdoors, this perfect pair packed their bags for one epic adventure. With the help of Mstarr Event Design their Big Day was complete with one glamorous barn dance party amongst stunning views. From their mountain top...
I really wish I had thought of doing an at home engagement session, they've quickly become my favorite ones. This adorable couple embraced the whole concept and we get some super sweet peeks at their life together, complete with donuts, a love for thrifting and games, and even braving the chilly Canadian winter. AMBphoto truly...
Tucked in every corner of this warm Charleston fete, are personal touches that will pull at your heartstrings. Every single bloom was crafted by the family, while the Bride wore vintage jewelry from her mother and grandmothers and favors consisted of Costa Rican coffee beans from the couple's visit in 2012. With Michelle Lange behind the lens, you can soak up every heartfelt moment ...
This, loves, is the kind of wedding we live for. That sort of elegant meets at-home affair that seamlessly mixes sophisticated details with a beautiful laid-back charm. And the geniuses behind all of the pretty? Cole Drake Events, a team of talented designers and planners with an eye for design and a work ethic that is so crazy awesome, they'll most definitely create the wedding of your dreams. Just one look at this stunning...
Fact: we love Brideside. And by "love," I mean we are completely obsessed with the fabulous online boutique that makes choosing bridesmaid gowns the easiest part of planning your wedding. Imagine a wide selection of amazing designers, a personal stylist and an easy-peasy ordering process that will make you (and your besties) soooo happy. Beautiful bridesmaid gowns without all the drama? Yes, please. With ...
My hubby and I are knee-deep in planning a little Newport babymoon, and this seaside lovefest from the lens of Judy Pak has me hoping springtime rolls around, STAT. It's every New England bride's dream come true, with carefully curated nautical moments alongside all-white blooms styled by Stoneblossom. Kick Tuesday off right...
This intimate celebration almost didn't happen due to a hurricane only weeks before, but thanks to a talented team of vendors and friends and family, this couple pulled it off. Held at the gorgeous Cabo Surf Hotel, these two said "I do" among sandy shores and loved ones, soaking up every inch of beauty that Mexico has to offer, and Sara Richardson captured it all. Feel the...
I am deep in the throes of designing my dining room and chairs are most certainly on the brain. They can make or break a space and there's so many options. Modern, classic, bold and understated. You name it, I've contemplated it. We thought it would be fun to round-up some of the prettiest dining spots to grace our blog plus links to get the look. Prepare to meet your seating soul-mates.
Take some seriously elegant details + lush florals from Foxglove Floral Design Studio and pair them with the industrial awesomeness that is the Brooklyn Winery and you have the recipe for one totally fabulous party. Now add in a bride that you'll all wish was your bestie rockin' a sweet ...
Take a moment to really soak in this gorgeous Bay Area affair, then wrap your head around the fact that it was planned in only three months. Yes, three months is all A & B Creative creative had to put together this masterpiece of pretty and, well... they hit it out of the park completely. Imagine breathtaking views, lush blooms from ...
If there was ever a wedding to evoke immense wanderlust in all, this right here is it. Captured by George Pahountis and Wedfilms, this whole destination celebration seems out of a movie, from the band serenading outside the ceremony to the epic views of Santorini. Stella & Moscha of Exclusive Greek Island Weddings...
I usually like to introduce a wedding with a little dose of wit, but when a bride shares words this beautiful and sincere, it only feels right to begin otherwise, "It’s funny, through the entire planning process I stressed about the tiniest things – would we get our café au lait dahlias for our centerpieces? Would our speeches stay on schedule? At the end of the day, none of this stuff mattered. I was marrying the love of my life, surrounded by our absolute favorite people and nothing...
Having a birthday in the middle of winter doesn't mean you can't throw a bash that is whole-heartedly Spring. In fact, we encourage it. The warmth, the soft, pastel colors and the bevy of gold animals all make for the dreamiest of woodland themed birthdays – perfect for little miss Emerson Belle. Have a look at the full party captured by Feather + Light right...
