You know we love a good DIY and this time around it's Marta and Giovanni turn to show us what they've got. From collecting vintage vases for florals to everything in between, this pair literally did it all and it's nothing short of inspiring. Laura Rowe Photography captured it all as we witness their boho chic vision come to life and you can see the results first hand in...
2016
For as long as I have been writing about weddings, I know one thing - Chicago just gets it. They know how to do city chic in a way that is fun and approachable, and weddings in the windy city always make me wish I made the guest list. Sprinkle in the talents of The Ideal Day and Field & Florist with amazing photography from ...
Glowing with luxury and a chic SoCal vibe, I can't really think of a better locale than the ultra-modern Shade Hotel for a contemporary wedding. From ceremony and reception spaces that wow (I mean, imagine walking into this room!) to the anything-but-cookie-cutter offerings, it's the quaint kind of boutique hotel that was made for saying I do's. Did...
You can't go wrong with simple elegance and classic beauty—this bayside Virginia wedding is proof. With beautiful Alfred Sung bridesmaids' dresses from Weddington Way in the prettiest shade of lilac-gray to the soft florals and abundant greenery to the estate antiques, this day proves...
Just when I thought my uhb-session with all things french was manageable, this shoot comes along. A shoot filled with soft blues, warm peach hues, seasonal ModFete florals, and the ultimate elopement, but better yet? It all took place at the ideal cottage in Monet's (yes THE MONET!) quaint town Giverny and I'm convinced I need to move there tout de suite.
To say it's risky to have an outdoor wedding in Vermont is February in putting it mildly. But this brave couple's risk paid off because the photos of their snowy day at The Mountain Top Inn are made of magic. With Julia Wade Photography behind the camera, assisted by Juliette Halsey, and personal details throughout, this...
Our Behind the Blog series is kind of like reality TV for the blogging world. And I'm addicted. Especially to today's 'episode' of lovely, a.k.a. getting to know the pretty lady behind Quentin & Co, Shauna Dean. I want to bottle up her modern-feminine style and sprinkle it all over my own home, and, I've read our interview with her at least three...
There are some couples that just have this innate sense of style and these two? Yup, they got it. Not only do they radiate that casual chic look but the love between them is palpable - and Kyle John captured every glance and sweet kiss. But this is...
If you have yet to see the engagement session that precedes this pretty day, take a second to check it out. And once you've fallen in love with this insanely chic duo, I promise you'll love their wedding all the more. Photographed by ...
Technically speaking, photography is all about capturing light and CLY By Chung captured the light (and moments!) of this Connecticut wedding beautifully. The photos of this gorgeous Bride and her handsome Groom in the picturesque gardens are completely stunning just like the rest of this traditional wedding—especially the flowers by ...
Roses are red. Violets are blue. Did you know that certain flowers mean "I do?" During the Victorian era, The Language of Flowers gave ...
If the best things in life are free, then a very close second are these breathtaking, gorgeous, stunning, magnificent, fill-in-the-blank gowns from the Spring Summer 2016 Haute Couture Paris runways. Get your pin button ready, because you're going to want to pin each and every one of these...
Take a breathtaking Australian backdrop, vibrant red hues and two high school sweeties with a love of all things rustic and the results are this: a seriously stunning at-home affair with a never-ending list of gorgeous details all captured in beautiful images by Ben Yew. Think...
I love love loved my wedding, but if we were able to do another one? We'd jet off to somewhere fabulous and do something like these two here. Thanks to Celebrant in Paris, they said...
The vision? "Create a style that mixes the effortlessly chic outdoor California vibe with Southern charm in the setting of an unpredictable Texas summer," which is exactly the kind of day Emily Moise of Keely Thorne Events + Bows and Arrows brought to life. And though a rain storm came through right...
Raise your hand if you: A. have to run out to the store every time you have a gift to wrap, or B. find yourself digging through the closet to track down that last roll you purchased. If your digits are in the air, take note! It doesn't take a whole room or even a closet to organize your gift wrap. All you need is a bookshelf, a few tension rods and some pretty boxes (DIY video below!) to create your own little wrapping station haven. Gift Wrap Organization Tips + Essentials 1. Tension...
From seriously stunning fabrics to intricate details to some of the most beautiful silhouettes you will ever lay your eyes upon, Maggie Sottero's newest Look Book collection is the definition of sophisticated elegance. Think everything from timeless ballgowns to modern fit and flares to pretty lace numbers that are all sorts of awesome. Ready to get your pretty on?
As a bride-to-be this is THE year I want to feel my absolute best, and since I may (or may not) be wearing a sleeveless wedding gown, toned arms are an absolute must on my daily to-do list. That said, if there was ever a time to go full force into my exercise routine, it’s right...
When it comes to weddings, we're all about the significance of the ceremony. From cultural traditions that have been carried throughout the centuries, to family heirlooms that have been passed down, it's the little details that steal our hearts in a big way. Which is why we've rounded up a few cultural inspired celebrations that are as beautiful as they are significant and...
Oh to be guest at this birthday. Dessert was most certainly on the menu to celebrate Shiloh's first year; including the sweetest heart cookies, painted macarons and cakes galore by Sweet And Saucy Shop. Add to that a dazzling floral backdrop, a dash of sparkle and meaningful cultural details tucked inside all crafted by Modern Dame + images by ...





















