There is something undeniably romantic about a winter wedding in New York City. It's the stuff that movies are made of and with good reason. Enter, this celebration held at the Herald Pratt House layered with the most cozy and intimate vibes. Draped with elegant details planned by Classic Events and winter white blooms by Denise Fasanello, this duo...
It's easy to get stuck on the surface layer when visualizing the vibe for your home... finding the perfect paint color, searching for statement lighting, art, you name it. But rather than focusing on the items that will make your house a home, it's always a good idea to start with the vibe you want to achieve. This modern townhome, designed by Stephanie Jean Design and...
From Platinum Weddings and Events... With the groom's family ties rooted deep in the island of Hawaii, choosing Maui as their destination wedding location was an easy choice for this gorgeous couple. ~photography by Chris J Evans The couple wanted a more traditional bamboo canopy for the ceremony. So we created an asymmetrical draping...
I love a good wallpaper moment, especially when it involves an unexpected ceiling installation. I mean!!!! Rachel, of Crate and Cottage, crafted the ultimate hallway makeover for the recent One Room Challenge and it's gorgeous all on its own but when you point your eyes up, it quickly moves this space to...
If you’ve ever been a bridesmaid, I’m sure the words “you can totally wear this again” have crossed your path. But this time, we really mean it. Now enter Senreve and their insanely chic Bracelet Pouch. They are revolutionizing bridesmaid gifting with elegant wristlets that go way beyond using again. In fact, we're pretty sure these will be the most...
In collaboration with Little White Dress Bridal Boutique and Eden Boutique, Decorus Photography hosted an engagement session giveaway to one lucky bride in Denver who won a portrait session, an engagement session outfit from Eden Boutique and a credit toward a wedding gown...
I am SO not ready for summer to be over. But we're in the last stretch here folks... and that means soaking in as much sunshine an al fresco dining as I can get. You with me? If so, you may want to take a gander at the darling little patio of one of our favorite fashion bloggers, Julie Engel of Gal Meets Glam. It's equal parts cozy and gorgeous and it's beckoning for a perfectly chilled glass of rosé and a fresh, summery...
Dreaming of sunny skies without a stitch of rain on your wedding day? You are not alone! But this Palm Springs wedding is here to prove that sprinkles can be downright glamorous (and make for really sweet photo ops... just saying). Layered with that signature bougainvillea of O'Donell House, gold accents, and a few peacock chairs too, Ether & Smith's...
Because great things come in pairs, we have another wickedly stunning affair captured by Tenth & Grace coming at ya. This Santa Ynez wedding reads like a who's who of crazy good wedding backdrops. Everything from the lavender infused 17th Century Norman style barn, to golden fields for portraits and a tree-lined ceremony can be found tucked inside. And we haven't even started on the pretty, pretty details planned by...
As a wedding planner, my approach to being 'The Bride' was less formal than most. My fiancé and I knew that we wanted a venue that was intimate, romantic and exclusive. We had designed so many wonderful events in San Diego over the past five years, we thought a destination wedding would be refreshing! In order to blend both of our styles, we decided "Modern Romance" was fitting for our design aesthetic. ~ from...
Cloudy days have nothing on this flower filled wedding. Set against the sweeping views from Saddlerock Ranch, CCL Weddings & Events planned an affair completely decked out in charming details. We're talking an overflow of lush florals by Honeycomb Affair, not one...
Just yesterday, my toddler was tossing strawberries on the floor at breakfast and throwing his milk at dinner. I'm in the go-with-it stage of life right now friends, so these tips are coming at the perfect time! Plus, they're coming from a designer that I adore beyond words—the ever-talented Bria Hammel. Bria also has kiddos (Brooklyn and Louie), which means I trust her advice 110% when it comes to "life-friendly".
From Jainé at Brklyn View Photography... A week before Sue and Chris's wedding at the Brooklyn Botanic Gardens, the weather called for rain and heavy thunderstorms. We started to prepare for the worst. The happy couple purchased very cute clear umbrella's from Kate Spade New York and went into their wedding day with positive attitudes hoping for the...
Home tours are my favorite features here on SMP Living. But when we get to step inside an that's the home of the actual interior designer behind the beauty? It's extra exciting. And what I love most about today's tour, of the lovely Rachel Madden's abode, is that it's just SO incredibly inviting and practical, while still being off-the-charts gorgeous all at the same time.
I'm crushing hard on today's styled shoot... the bride, her Elizabeth Dye dress, that centerpiece from Kase Styles. Yes. yes. yes. My favorite aspect is that it coins a style of bride I haven't yet heard of, but one we see a lot on SMP—the 'fine art bride'. If you want to live, breath and swim in elegance, charm and all things soft, flowy and gracious, this...
From Josh Morehouse, Masi Events and Colonial House of Flowers... Elsie and Alonso call Miami home, but decided to have an intimate destination wedding in historic Savannah, Georgia! Lucky for them, Elsie's sister Jessica is the owner and designer of...
Having an extra all-purpose room in a home is sooo nice. Especially when you've got kiddos (big or small!). That's exactly what this stunning space, designed by Lindsey Brooke, serves as. Think: homework room, movie room, game room, and a place the kids can go to escape... genius! The best part—not only does it have the functionality factor, it's beautiful to boot. See every bit captured by...
With vintage-inspired sparklers and colored gems definitely having their moment last year, we've been excited to see the stunning engagement ring trends of 2018—it sure has been a gorgeous year for left-hand bling so far. And there are still plenty of proposals waiting to happen this year! So, who better to guide us on everything we should know, than the experts at...
From the Bride-to-Be .... I'm a wedding photographer based in Paris. It is difficult for me to tell you what it's like to go to the other side of the camera for my own engagement shoot! I met our photographer, Tamara Gruner, during her workshop in Provence. I must thank her and the wonderful...
When these grooms declared "nothing but neutrals", Jennifer Matteo was up for the challenge. The result is the most elegant alfresco affair in a sea of black and white. That classic combo was paired with all white florals by Tailored Twig, gilded accents and the lush green backdrop of...
