It is important to me that during our SMP reboot, we are not only celebrating the real weddings of the world but that we are also serving as a resource for couples who are going into this planning journey feeling nervous and perhaps unprepared. So, I love this next post that beloved photographer, Jose Villa, helped me with - how to get what you really want out of your engagement photos. Packed with REAL information on what...
It's official. Royal wedding withdrawals have set in. Now that Meghan Markle is The Duchess of Sussex, we can't wait to see what good she does with her shiny new title. But one thing is for sure—she'll have to give up a few things first. There's no denying that marriage is a compromise, but when it comes to marrying a royal? It is expected that certain unspoken rules and guidelines be abided by out of respect. Would you be willing to give up all eight listed below? Trade Your Career for...
Veronica and Robert were married at one of the most quaint and charming churches in Key West, Florida. They exchanged vows with church windows wide open, a lovely breeze and sunshine streaming through. After the ceremony they strolled through the city taking a variety of photos at the Truman Annex, Butterfly Conservatory, and the famous Key West Lighthouse. An intimate, coastal wedding reception followed at the Southernmost House. As the sun was...
Selfishly, this post is SUCH a treat! Not only is it the baby shower of our friend Diana Perrin - founder of Casa de Perrin - I also spotted so many of my sweet Cali friends that I haven't seen in a long time! The shower was photographed to perfection by Joel Serrato with, absurdly lovely tableware from Casa...
Whenever I speak to photographers about the kind of photos we like to see, I talk about the white space. The quiet, simple images that give us a chance to breathe through the wedding so that we can really appreciate every moment. Every detail. This wedding is the quiet that every one of us needs. Photographed by utter perfection by TheCabLook Fotobook and designed...
After graduating from “Shenkar”, the leading fashion design school in Israel, Lihi Hod went to Paris to work at Dior, alongside fashion designer John Galliano. When she returned to Israel, and after working in many fashion brands, Lihi established her own signature studio in 2010, specializing in designing wedding dresses. These are her most beautiful gowns...ranging in price from $7,000-12,000.
Austinites Kate and Chris were self-proclaimed "not the marrying type." It took eight years and an unforgettable trip to South Korea and Japan for them to decide that they did indeed want to make it official. When they got home, with the help of Lauren Field Design, they planned an intimate wedding filled with meaning and purpose. Stunning floral design by...
If you’ve been following along with my journey, you know that I chose to redesign my office space (see weeks 1-5 here!) for the One Room Challenge since I work from home. You probably also know that we were set to close our doors at the end of April. Well, thanks to Abby, Style Me Pretty Living is here. to. stay. Clink...
So many of the vendors behind today's post have been a part of the SMP family for many, many years. I've had the sheer privilege of watching them push their styles, develop their craft, grow and inspire and change this industry in ways that has had such a meaningful impact. While I've listed them all below (as there are too many to list here) - Photographer, Braedon Flynn | Planner & Designer...
Sarah + Matt met about three years ago at Detroit’s St. Andrews Hall during a show Matt was playing in. Sarah was on a date with another guy and when Matt set eyes on her, he did everything he could to get her attention. Their relationship was long distance for much of their time dating and August 2016 Matt proposed in a hot air balloon ride. Their winter wedding was on another level! From...
How do you choose a single wedding to start this new chapter for Style Me Pretty? Amidst all of the beautiful celebrations out there, how do you find the one that feels just right, the one that represents who we are and who we hope to become? It's easy. You go back to the basics. You don't think too hard. And you go with the wedding that makes you feel. That makes you laugh. And maybe cry. The one that pulls you in and keeps you there, right there. And when I opened this wedding - photographed...
There are some wedding planning tasks that are equal parts fun and difficult. Settling on the perfect signature cocktail to concoct for your wedding is often one of them. While I like to believe I'm an amateur mixologist, the options for a well-crafted wedding signature cocktail are endless and can feel daunting. Whether you binge on seasons of British royal dramas or tween socialite flicks, we have the one...
With Meghan Markle and Prince Harry's wedding firmly set in history, we are all feeling a little royal inspired. The good news is that there are many regal British traditions you can incorporate into your own wedding, no matter how American it is. From the type of cake you serve your guests down to the invitations, incorporating these little details into your big day will have you feeling like royalty every step of the way.
We're already in week two of the One Room Challenge and while it might seem like there's still plenty of time before reveal day—it's only 28 days away. Time to hustle! In case you missed it, I shared the inspiration for my office redesign here last week. Today, I'm talking design selections, layout...
Travel blogger J. Q. Louise gives us her tips for surviving long plane rides! We all have a love-hate relationship with long plane rides. One the one hand we are excited to get to whatever fabulous destination we are en route to, but on the other hand, we are stuck in the same spot for 6 or 8 or even 15 hours! However, the best way to distract yourself from the elongated boredom that is bound to ensue...
You've poured over every detail of your big day... except for the morning after your wedding. Post-wedding brunches turn your event into a weekend-long celebration of you and your fiancé's love. But from the budget to the food to the guest list, a send-off quickly turns into one more wedding shindig to pay for and plan. While it's certainly not mandatory for an impeccable wedding weekend, a...
Now that spring is officially amongst us (even though the weather says different), it is the perfect time of the year to do a big cleaning and purge all the items that you haven’t touched in years. We're talking about those shoes that are collecting dust by the day or the shirts that are clogging up the closet. Just like retail therapy, cleaning out your closet can give you instant satisfaction and have a positive effect on your stress levels! To help you through this cleaning process...
Bold black and white stripes, monogrammed everything, bright and colorful florals, plus a dash of Southern charm – what is not to love about this Kate Spade inspired wedding? Dana Cubbage Weddings captured the darling féte planned by Ooh! Events, and with its sweet personality and happy vibes...
I bet you've never seen Himalayan Sea Salt used quite like this awesomeness made gorgeous at the hands of Laura Hooper Calligraphy. Mixed with copper, lush florals by Sweet Root Village and the best ever escort card display, this black tie celebration planned by...
The food at a wedding is one of the most important aspects of the big day. And while the main dish is the focus, it doesn't have to be the only food element present. If you love snacking (we're right there with you!), why not incorporate that love into your wedding day? Guests will love an extra something to much on and it's a great way to make your day unique and memorable. Here are a few delicious ways to snack on your wedding day. Pretzel Bar Pretzels are super easy and inexpensive...
