With the motto "Never stop learning" and the mission to give brides a totally personal, 5-star experience, it's no surprise Occasions by Diana is one of the best in the biz -- not to mention one of our favorites! So today, we're diving in to discover her insider secrets on proper pre-wedding beauty prep and the most important question to ask when hiring your big day beautician! Trust us, you're going to want to write these...
First comes the wedding dress, then come the accessories — the jewelry, shoes...
Fiddle Leaf Figs are the it plant of the design world. And if you have a brown thumb like muah then this post is for you. Check out these seven simple tips and tricks from Melissa of Bisou Style for not killing that pop of green. And we're throwing in a little inspiration for creating your own figgie moment too. Get ready to jump on the fiddle leaf fig bandwagon friends! Keep your fig in plenty of indirect sunlight and rotate it to...
We've been there, done that. So looking back, what do us SMP editors' wish we'd done differently, or vice versa, what are we so proud of for doing right when it comes to registering for our weddings? With our own do's and don't still fresh in our minds, we have some words of wisdom to pass on to all brides-to-be out there embarking on the...
If there's a couple that knows how to put on a party, it's this gorgeous Bride and handsome Groom. As the Bride put it, "we wanted to create the party of our lives." They did just that with their Santa Barbara wedding, which incorporated elements from the Bride's childhood vacations in Mexico and a...
The Southern Table, you just get us. Because this bouquet? Well, it's beyond perfect. In fact, it's so pretty that we're dedicating our entire morning to looking at it, and we invite you to do the same below. We're asked this powerhouse of petals to breakdown what makes up this pretty lil' posy and we've got it all waiting for you to discover!
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We have pored through many a pretty home through the years but one that I come back to time and again is this Salt Lake City stunner designed by House of Jade. That lucite light literally haunts my dreams. Feeling this gorgeous home as much as I am?
Wedding planners are the keepers of all the inside knowledge; they've seen it all. So who better to ask for input on finding the perfect fit when it comes to your photographer - and all vendors for that matter. Having worked with brides for the past 10 years, Danelle Elder of Classic Events knows what's really important when making that decision so you're guaranteed to smile looking back for years to come. Professionalism...
Guys! The sun is shining after weeks of gray clouds and rain and we legit feel like new people! What a difference it all makes! Open those windows and let it all in because we're officially in the mood for spring smiles and jumping for joy! But no matter if it's downpours or dreamy days, our LBBers always deliver and this week was no exception. See our top 5 favorite moments below and let that...
Before we get carried away singing Disney lyrics we have to acknowledge that this duo planned one incredible celebration. From the Love in Vintage rentals, to the film inspired vignettes (can you guess which one pairs with which fables?!), to the Samba dancers , this couple...
This wedding is filled with stunning details. And I mean filled. From the drop-dead gorgeous florals from Peony and Plum to the exquisite rentals from Found Vintage Rentals to the ...
What's better than a thoughtful gift? Nothing, absolutely nothing. Which is why we've asked Wish & Pink to share their favorite tips on ways to make said gift extra personal.The kind of gift that gets you an invitation to basically everywhere and earns you the title of Best Gift Giver EVER. Oh, and did we mention that they're ALSO GIVING AWAY one SMP themed box below? Read on and enter for your chance to win! [dotted]...
Entertaining with ease and grace is usually a learned behavior. One that I am most certainly still perfecting; especially when it comes to outdoor entertaining. There's bugs, inclement weather and other such catastrophes to worry about on top of the usual suspects. Now enter The Rising Tide Society - a group of creatives who get together to wine and dine and talk shop. If anyone knows how to pull off a winning alfresco affair, it's...
Grooms, take note — this is how you plan a proposal. Step one: involve amazing vendors like As You Wish Weddings and KJ And Co. to execute your vision. Step two: make it personal with meaningful details from your relationship. Step three: hire someone like Simply Lace Photography and...
Grooms to be, take note. THIS is how you do a stylish proposal. Think a crazy fabulous trip to Barcelona, a fun-filled photo shoot, a pair of hot pink Louboutins AND the ultimate surprise, aka, a stunning ring on bended knee. I mean, seriously? This guy's a keeper. See so much more of him and his...
I love a pretty wedding dress, and this Bride's lace gown definitely qualifies as pretty. But her handsome Groom ensured he was equally stylish with his unique bow tie made of feathers. And that's just the start of this stylish day. From the...
Dare I say it? Are poppies my new favorite flower? One look through our Vault and Oliver Fly's pics and I'm obsessed. The only thing beating these beauties is...
Remember the 90's when neon barrettes and floral scrunchies topped our heads? My Mom had a whole drawer full of hair adornments. Thankfully the hair jewels of today are a little less extravagant and something as simple a few bobby pins will do the trick. Say hello to the sweetest arrow hairdo from ...
Modern design tends to be sleek lines, cool colors and the philosophy that less is more. Bohemian design, on the other hand, is all about rich colors, bold patterns and romantic whimsy. The two styles seem complete opposites, but this inspiration session from Clane Gessel and Linen + Lilac proves opposites attract. See how lush florals transform this concrete setting in...
