If we had our way, gift giving would always come with a side of DIY. Especially on the day we dedicate to the most important women in our lives, our moms. And when it comes to getting crafty for the ones we love, we turn to...
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All posts fromMay 2016
Finding THE perfect gown is hard enough, but also finding one that complements your wedding venue to a T? No easy feat. Which is why we've done the leg work for you. Click below to see our perfect venue + gown pairings...
This Bride and Groom are living an absolute fairytale. After they designed this stunner of an engagement ring together, they set off to plan one beautiful Santa Barbara wedding. With vendors like Michael + Anna Costa Photography, Redmond Digital Media, ...
Within seconds of watching this video with the ever adorable Hayley Paige, I knew we were soul sisters. Let's just say her and her hubby enjoy late night binge orders of nachos; if that's not #relationshipgoals, I don't know what is. But it's just one piece of newlywed advice and reflection that the designer of dreamy...
I'm ready to ditch the closet and go all out with a pax wardrobe now that I've seen how gorgeous paint, mirror inlays and brass hardware can make this Ikea classic. It takes this San Francisco bedroom to beautiful, bright and airy and it's as easy as ready, set, hack. Designed by Braun + Adams for a young family, the wardrobe...
Not gonna lie - when we heard the theme for this year's Met Gala was Manus x Machina: Fashion in an Age of Technology, we were a bit nervous on what the stars would wear, but oh, they didn't disappoint. They brought their A-game when it came to the party of the year, from Beyonce's latex gown to Taylor's bleached blonde do. Here's the best of the best and do tell us - who was your favorite of the night!? [dotted] More Hollywood Wedding Fun
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As Moss Floral Design says, "the first signs of springs are subtle, yet worthy of celebration — daffodils peeking out of fallen leaves, hyacinths, budding branches." And this gorgeous inspiration session from the talents of Moss Floral Design, Callie Manion, ...
As far as I'm concerned, winter is the worst. But through the lens of Catherine O’Hara and with a little help from my soulmate city, Paris, this inspiration session is making winter seem not only bearable, but also completely beautiful. Thanks to two gorgeous wedding dresses, stunning florals and details designed by ...
As their photographer Coco Tran said so well, "there are beautiful representations of love around the world, though nothing quite so magical as the rolling green hills, vibrant vineyards and mouthwatering foods of Tuscany," and so this couple took that Italian inspiration and ran with it. With the help of...
I recently designed a gallery wall and coming from someone that went to design school and puts together gorgeous image layouts for a living, I fully admit that creating the perfect gallery can be hard. Whether you prefer a balanced, symmetrical layout or a whimsical, more...
Our idea of the perfect outfit? A ballroom skirt paired with layover lace, and this Bride-to-be NAILED IT. I mean, how incredibly CHIC is this engagement session?! From the spring inspired bouquet to the stunning...
Bridal Market was insanely awesome, but do you know what's better than sitting in the audience, viewing from afar? Getting up close and personal with the gowns themselves. Enter Bridal Reflections and their Galia Lahav Trunk Show, four full days of breathtaking fashions straight from the runways. It's couture bridal meets stunning evening wear and it's most definitely a can't miss, loves. All happening on May 12th-15th, the Galia...
I'm giving MAJOR kudos to this couple who pulled off an incredible wedding day in a mere four months. They opted for a simple ceremony on the sand with only their nearest and dearest to bear witness, and Luna de Mare photographed the gallery we might never get over. Go feel...
Our girl Kristin on Bridentity Crisis is sharing some incredible advice on a topic us newlywed gals know all too well: How to Deal with Your Soon to be Mother-In-Law. Read on for some helpful advice that is sure to guide you seamlessly as you transition from Miss to Mrs. Take it away...
There's no denying that pool floats have taken over Instagram. From exotic birds to sprinkled donuts to of course...
First comes love, then comes marriage... and then comes all those gorgeous wedding photographs. But what to do with 100+ pictures of one of the best days of your life? Gallery Wall! And if anyone knows their way around custom framed art and photographs, it's...
Trend alert time: the bowtie is back and it's bigger and better than ever. Because this time around it's more than just a silk neckpiece - it's a style statement. Patterns? You bet. Saturated colors? Of course! Texture? We've got velvet, seersucker, and more. Se a few of our favorites below and tell us below if you're going to tie one on for your Big Day! [dotted]...
I've had an on-going battle with my hair over the last 10 years. Basically, my twenties were the experimental hair years and my locks suffered—from a soft-perm gone bad (I'm talking Michael Jackson Thriller ringlets, tears for days) to choosing the wrong shampoo + conditioner to over-washing. My once sweet strands have seen it all. Sound familiar? Make sure you're following these five...
I'm pretty sure if you present Mom with a bar cart of this caliber this Mother's Day, she'll explode with utter happiness. Complete with vanilla + rose cake from Sweet Art Cakes, loads of blooms from Flower Vibes and a blueberry rose cocktail (recipe below!), ...
