Wrapping a gorgeous gift never gets old. The presentation is half the fun; especially when it's personalized with pretty tags, wrapped in handmade paper and loaded with flair. Consider it an art that will leave the recipient on the other end feeling oh so special. Have a looky loo at 23 of the best ever ways to...
Let me take a guess... you're settled in on the couch, covered in blankets and barely moving. Still stuffed from all that turkey (and potatoes and pie), this is the sort of situation that cozy weekends at home were made for. Take advantage of all this solid sofa time and add all the snuggly and cozy must-haves to your wedding registry list - you'll be wanting these items for winters to come. PS. We've included a recipe for...
I'll give you one good guess what we'll be doing this Black Friday (hint: it doesn't involve any shopping). We'll be camped out in front of our TVs binge-watching "Gilmore Girls: A Year in the Life." That, and dreaming up Rory Gilmore's wedding with the help of Floravere. Though we don't know the groom — will it be Dean, Jess or Logan? — we do know that Rory's...
Every now and then a wedding comes along that's nearly impossible to curate because every last image is utter perfection. That's exactly the case for this summertime ranch affair designed by CCL Weddings & Events with floral pretties from Peony & Plum. We're officially spending this Black Friday dreaming in shades of lavender and blush, and you can find even more captured by ...
If you talk to an interior designer, they usually have at least 2 favorite white paints tucked in their back pocket. These are their go-to's and with good reason. White is as timeless as can be and provides a stunning backdrop, no matter your style. It's like liquid gold in the color (or colorless) department. Just ask...
I'm not anti-Black Friday (I love me a good deal) but I've also never stepped foot in a store the day after Thanksgiving. I'd rather wait for cyber Monday and take my turkey-stuffed belly to the farm to pick out our tree and deck the halls with Nat King Cole. Are you boycotting Black Friday too? Here are 10 things to do that totally beat the crowds! [dotted] [dotted]...
'Tis the season to spend time with our families, which is why this sweet Montana elopement feels so appropriate to share. Captured by the talented Danford Photography, it's a seriously sweet reminder that family is first and foremost, and we've got it all waiting in The Vault! From...
Not only are we in the season of all things cheer, but it's the time of year that festive traditions come alive and make the holidays such a wonderful time to look forward to. And what better time than Thanksgiving weekend to kick off those traditions. Whether you've got a favorite recipe you make every year, break out your fave seasonal movies...
Here at SMP, we've got a lot (today and every day) to be thankful for. First up? This incredibly romantic garden wedding in Maine. It's quintessential autumn tones set the scene for celebration, but it'll be the sweet story below that'll totally win you over. From their Irish inspired ceremony that took place under the watchful eye of a wayward porcupine (!!) to the undeniably beautiful barn reception, Emily Delamater Photography has got it all waiting...
Why Italy, you ask? Well, for Anastasia and Devin, the question was really a matter of why not? They couldn't imagine a more romantic spot to marry, especially when they came across the very same venue where John Legend and Chrissy Teigen tied the knot. Dive straight into their happily ever after beautifully...
I don't know if you've heard, but the 'tis the season to get engaged. That's right, statistics have shown us that more than one in four grooms propose to their brides over the holiday season and if that isn't exciting, then what is!? And while we can't guarantee anything will happen for certain, but certainly can point out some sneaky tip-offs that he just might be preparing to propose before the...
Nothing, and I mean nothing feels quite as celebratory as popping open a bottle of bubbly. It's a sound we adore around these parts and with a little help from The Whisking Kitchen, it's also a sound that you might be hearing come Thanksgiving. Take your champagne up a notch with this...
What's your favorite season? Mine just so happens to be fall and this inspiration highlights exactly why. From the colorful bouquet saturated with rich red hues, to the gilded cake accented with leaves (how creative is that?!), we've got it all captured from the talented Jamie Rae Photo in The Vault! From Jamie Rae Photo...
Ally and Christian's wedding on the shore of Nita Lake is the very reason I love fall affairs so very much. Anchored in a rich moody color palette with a cozy lodge setting and a candlelit dinner, it's a perfect ode to the autumn season with romantic touches from vendors like Maurelle Calligraphy. Go see all the pretty that awaits in the gallery from...
Everything about this wedding planned by Elegant Aura is a celebration of spring. From the color palette to the garden setting to the florals - including blue hydrangea, pink peonies, and baby’s breath, just to name a few. Meghann Gregory photographed and there's even more to see this way....
With a love for all things Italian, this couple - with the help of Kelley Event + Design, Bloom Room and an amazing MOB - decided to bring that energy to Asheville, North Carolina for their summer celebration. It was a...
Sometimes all it takes is the smallest gesture (or in this case, one beautiful autumn inspired photo shoot at Rancho Las Lomas) to remind us just how incredibly lucky we are to bring you beauty on the daily. We just thought you'd like to know how eternally grateful we are for readers like you and hope you rejoice in the fact that we've got the loveliest snaps from Natalie Bray Studios...
The day before Thanksgiving will forever be Pie Making Day in our family. We're loading up on the apples and flour, dusting off grandma's secret recipe and breaking out the champagne glasses which our obviously a necessary component to baking oodles of pie. If you're on the hunt for a soon to be favorite dessert, look no further than this ...
Don't worry, I was easily mistaken too. These pics are not from a romantic escape to the French countryside... they're in our own backyard, at the Jardin de Buis in New Jersey! But between the beauty of all these images by Sophie Kawalek and...
I'm just sayin', Morgan and Maureen are the most beautiful couple in the whole entire world. Just take one look at their incredibly chic wedding at the Ojai Valley Inn & Spa captured by Lavender and Twine and you'll agree. From the Found Vintage Rentals to the...
