Donuts are a fast track way to my heart and maybe the most genius theme ever for a birthday. This little cutie would probably agree. For her 1st celebration, Eden Jade's mom and the event planner behind Swoon Floral Design, went all out crafting a brunch infused soiree. Layered in pink, decorated with bright blooms and tasty breakfast treats, this party captured by ...
This wedding has me craving summer in a serious way and it has everything to do with the stunning imagery from Judy Pak. She told the story of Christina and Scott's seaside wedding, including their perfectly unique ceremony set in a boathouse. The always fabulous Katydid Signature Floral & Event Design...
Any couple who designs a "Drop It Like It's Hot" display at their wedding is a couple I want to be friends with. "We wanted to incorporate Jason’s family business, Sincere Orient, who manufactured pho noodles, and what better way to do so by making our escort card as Sriracha Hot Sauce that pairs with pho?" said the bride. But that's only the tip of the iceberg in this cultural, modern lovefest and...
Wedding planning is never perfect. You can trust us on that one. But when it comes to avoiding mistakes that really, truly matter, wedding invitation etiquette is so important. From sending out the Save the Dates to making sure...
Congrats on your engagement! This is an incredible time and you should be enjoying ever second of it! With wedding planning comes some stress, it's seriously inevitable. Trust me when I say, these five tips are a must to avoid getting way too overwhelmed with the planning process -- you will thank yourself later! Enjoy the wedding planning process, loves! First, Map It All Out Before you dive in head first, take a step back and map out everything that needs to get done. I found using a...
This Texas farm wedding is all about embracing the "old" woven in with the "new." The bride, Meredith carried her grandmother's handkerchief and sourced antique furniture for a vintage vibe but paired those touches with new traditions like a choreographed dance with her groom, Jacob. Michelle Boyd photographed the day, including the dusty purple color palette we can't stop obsessing over.
How insanely romantic is that to have your Groom sing to you as you walk down the aisle?! As if I wasn't a hot mess already, I would have absolutely LOST it if my Groom sang to me as I made my way to him for our I do's. This Bride is one seriously lucky lady, and likewise for her Groom—how gorg is she? There's so much more sweetness in...
I'm pretty certain that Lake Como was made for lovers. It is absolutely on my list of places to see before I die and this wedding captured by Olga Plakitina is exactly why. Can you even handle these portraits? Out of this world. It's classic elegance in so every way and I just want to...
Inspiration can come from a million different places but have you ever considered what you're standing on right now? That's where these two creative souls found their fit, with their favorite Turkish rug - and their two pups - and with that spark of style, they embarked on creating a wedding day perfectly suited to them.
You'll be hard-pressed to find a prettier ceremony spot than what's tucked inside this rustic Fall wedding. With a lush, floral arch crafted by Sweet Root Village and the wilds of Virginia as the backdrop, this Bride and Groom said "I Do" in the most stunning of ways. Pore through the pretty images from Julie Paisley Photography as well as the film by ...
We never need a reason to escape to Sanderling Resort for a fun-filled getaway, but when they also happen to be hosting the 2017 Outer Banks Meet and Greet? That's what we call a happy day. Think a fab meet and greet with some of the region's most amazing vendors, plus an entire world of inspo all in one place. Mark your...
As if a wedding day isn't enough to celebrate on it's own, this duo had a little extra to cheers for on their Big Day. Hello, Chicago, World Series winners! The city that brought these two gorgeous love birds together—so what better place to say their I do's? A Bride as radiant as ever (thanks to Nika Vaughan Bridal Artists!) and...
I’m about to hug my three-year anniversary of being a hired bridesmaid for strangers hello. It might sound like the strangest job you’ve ever heard of, within the wedding industry or just within the world, but I’ve had the pleasure of working with close to 65 clients and have learned so many important lessons from each and every one of them. As their on-call therapist, personal...
Any time that Brancoprata is involved in a wedding, it's a given that all out beauty is sure to follow. And this celebration of a fellow wedding mastermind so lives up to all that hype. It's a mix of old world beauty, modern touches and the softest, prettiest pastel hues set against the backdrop of an Italian Villa. Pore through the vault filled with two gorgeous ceremonies and one of the prettiest tablescapes to ever grace SMP all...
It's no secret we spend an inordinate amount of time drooling over beautiful gowns here at SMP. It's what we do. So to say that the newest Malone Collection from Sottero and Midgley has been filling our work days is so obviously an understatement. It's stunning silhouettes, gorgeous fabrics and just the right...
Are you doing neutrals all wrong? Never fall into the boring beige trap again with these expert tips from artist and designer Kerri Rosenthal. She is giving us the 411 on how to create a soft and neutral color palette at home without even an ounce of snoozeville. And for more design inspo, click here. [dotted] You might also love…
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You probably don't need convincing that rushing off to paradise to tie the knot is a really good idea, but just in case you were looking for a little somethin' to push you in the right direction, our friends at Round Hill Hotel and Villas are here to break it down for you. Think of it as 10 friendly reminders as to why Jamaica is the best place ever to celebrate, then grab those suitcases and get to planning. ONE:...
Saying "I do" against a stunning mountain backdrop is the end-all, be-all of wedding celebrations - and for cuties Lauren and Danny, it also happened to be the perfect way to honor their years-long friendship turned romance. I mean, when it all starts with skiing together in high school at the Kirkwood Mountain Resort, tying the knot in the very same picturesque local is an absolute must. See every sweet moment of...
Lucy and Jim wanted the exotic feel of a destination wedding but the comfort and convenience of a wedding close to home. Alys Beach, Florida served as the perfect middle ground and their stunning modern venue totally delivered. From the invitations by Amanda Day Rose to the custom monogram carried throughout, no detail went untouched and Eb Photography + Artistry captured...
You might have an idea of what the typical desert wedding looks like, but I can promise you this day will leave you happily surprised. Designed in the softest neutral shades with natural greens and succulents throughout, it's modern romance brought to life thanks to the vendor team behind it. Catch each one of Rachel Solomon's photos over in the full gallery....
