'Tis the season for gift giving my friends, so today we're playing Santa with a little somethin' that will make your entire year. Yes, I am talking about Tulle la la, your new bestie that will deliver everything you'll ever need during your planning process right to your doorstep... and we're giving away a four month subscription. The catch? You have two days to enter. Scroll for the details. Here at SMP, we're always on...
Any wedding where "wine tasting, chilling by the pool and basically just enjoying each others company" is the main goal is definitely a wedding I can get behind. And to guess that this couple planned just that, with gorgeous detail for days, all with the help of a pretty savvy planner - Wedding Angels - and a whole lot of technology...be still my beating heart. Read on for more deets and...
I don't usually hop on fashion trend trains as I usually stick to the more classic and timeless pieces that work for me. But the one style trend I'm absolutely loving this year? Cold shoulders. Particularly in sweater format. Sure, it sort of defeats the purpose of a sweater, but it sure looks good—and here are 12 reasons I'll be stocking up on some for myself. [dotted] [dotted] You might also love...
One look at these photos and I could have told you that this wedding was all Southern. All grace. All style. All timeless Southern charm rooted in family and real, authentic beauty. The photos - captured perfectly by Timwill Photography - tell so much of the story. But the details, with florals crafted by Gathering Events and coordination by...
You don't need to go big and bold to host one special celebration. This intimate Santa Catalina Island wedding hit all the right notes despite it's small size. It's romantic and casual and elegant all at the same time - and the real OMG moment?
Gone are the days of courthouse ceremonies serving as the only option for eloping couples. Instead, loves like Jessica & Patrick are choosing to elope with style, curating a beautiful wedding day made for two. They hired their vendor dream team, including Aaron And Jillian Photography behind the lens and you can also find this day in the...
In a land where instagram and interior design mix and mingle, Becki Owens reigns Queen. From kitchen masterpieces to...
For any couples planning a multicultural wedding, take notes from Matthew and Preena who paid homage to both their Indian and English heritages in one cohesive celebration. They began the day with a Western-style ceremony followed by a traditional Hindu “Mandap” all set in the charming English countryside. A feast of Indian food was served for their ballroom reception and Taylor & Porter didn't miss a single moment.
Calling all lovers of stunning lace gowns: this post is for you. Because if ever there was a designer that knows how to create a masterpiece using one of our all-time fave fabrics, it's Morilee Madeline Gardner. Their fab Spring 2017 collections feature some seriously pretty lace creations - from gorgeous ballgowns to sophisticated sheaths. Scroll for every timeless piece. The ultimate bridal look that never goes out of style?
Never let the stress and overflowing to-do list of throwing a cocktail party deter you again. With a simple timeline straight from the mouth of an entertaining genius; you can hone in on effortless entertaining. Darcy Miller is sharing tips and tricks for pulling off your best ever cocktail party. Really it all boils down to preparation and fun details. Read up on her partying to-do's and for more entertaining secrets check out...
It's sooo easy to get in the same old slump after work. That slump might look different for many of us—whether it's too much couch and TV time, too much working-after-work or neglecting our passions in life and putting them off for when we have more time. Let this little list inspire your after work mode and ditch that same old routine! [dotted] Create a DIY Gallery Wall for Your Office! [dotted] You...
This dress is a big deal. Because I swear I've looked at thousands of gowns in the ten years that I've been writing this blog and this gown just definitely makes the list for one of the prettiest I've ever seen. Definitely top five. And the bride just happen to choose the most gorgeous bridesmaids dresses EVER (Jenny Yoo, obvi) to compliment her chic, timeless with a twist style. With...
Pink and blue may have you thinking babies (boy or girl!?) but when this darling hue duo paired up for this al fresco fete, it was pure love all around. From the florals by The Bloom Of Time to the beauty of Rancho Las Lomas...
Holiday parties are most likely filling up your social calendar this month but here's an idea you might not have thought of before. Instead of your standard cookie exchange, why not throw a Creative Exchange party? The ladies of Lemiga Events and Amanda Jewel Floral + Design invited their talented friends over for...
If you're under the impression that ballgowns and beach weddings don't mix, this wedding will come as a pleasant surprise. The bride, Ashleigh wore her dream Lazaro dress for their toes-in-the-sand ceremony and Carrie King made magic happen behind the lens. Believe me...
After all the time they've spent celebrating you, your bridesmaids deserve a special gift that shows them how much you appreciate their love and support. Here's one less thing to stress about this holiday season, a roundup of gorgeous goodies perfect for your girls to pamper, to party, and to love. The...
If you've never considered wearing a cape on your wedding day, this photo shoot is all the inspiration you'll ever need. Photographed by Almond Leaf Studios and designed and planned in the hands of Emily Claire Events, it's a fashion heavy, floral loving slice of pretty guaranteed to find a place on your Pinterest boards. Find even more to love...
We're big fans of any nuptials that seamlessly combine epic style and a vacation of a lifetime. And fab couple Yi Hua and Peter? They agree. Which is why they jetted off to Maui to celebrate their "I do's" at the Hyatt Regency Maui Resort and Spa, a place where dreams come true on the daily. From the breathtaking ceremony to the beautiful reception, THIS, loves, is what we call the ultimate wedding. From...
Amanda Gluck of The Fashionable Hostess truly lives up to her blog moniker. Each and every holiday, she pulls out all the stops for a home that literally sparkles with the season's best. Peek inside her Miami abode decked out in Holiday glam. Even her office is getting in on the action. From bar cart to backyard, this home...
