I am being a bit of a lazy blogger today and am actually looking to a few of my favorite spots to provide inspiration for all of us. I found this next set of absolutely gorgeous wedding photographs over on Veiled Vows, an edgy little blog chocked full with wedding eye candy (including a set of pictures from Speidi's...did I just say that...hollywood affair!).
This wedding was shot by the hugely talented Heather Gilson...
I usually hate to recycle blog content, but for this, I had to make an exception. Spotted over on the FABULOUS Mika78's blog SevenEight, I fell head over heels for this Jonas Peterson photographed affair...
Ahhh, doesn't it just make you happy. The muted, sophisticated color palette, the effortless elegance of the style, the shabby chic but still refined detailing. Love...
I'll be the first to admit that I go a little bit nuts over a well made feather headpiece. There is just something so ethereal, so dreamy about a bride donning one of these little beauties. So, when I saw the gorgeousness that was happening over at Velvet Owl, I swooned. I am particularly fond of this piece to the right...total perfection.
We've featured his engagements shots before here on SMP and they are always genius. But this newest collection of portraits that Max captured, man oh man, it's complete perfection.
The inspiration doesn't stop here. Check out Max's newest work on his website and his blog...it's absolutely unbelievable.
I usually don't blog about regionally specific events, but since this one is so amazing (and since yours truly will be there), I thought I would make an exception to the rule. If you are in the New England area, cancel all of your plans for this weekend. The AMAZING crew at True and Wesson has put together one of the most incredible luxury bridal showcases, focusing their concept on using the 5 senses to plan your wedding.
Hope everyone had a great weekend! Thanks so much for all of the birthday well wishes...we had a great time, just hanging out at home, eating WAY too much chocolate and doing a little too much of nothing. Perfect way to kick off an all new decade.
We have kind of a hodge podge of stuff for you today, which is sometimes the best way to do it. A little something for everyone. First up, some really simple, but gorgeous centerpiece ideas that...
So two really great things are happening today. The first is that it is 66 degrees outside. That may not sound like much, but for a Texas girl who is constantly freezing in Boston, this is the first sign that things are warming up around here. Second, and perhaps even more exciting, is that it just happens to be my birthday! And a big one at that.
So, I am doing something completely unusual and taking the rest of the day off to hang with my little girl and spend some time playing...
I really don't do a lot of features on engagement portraits, because it takes a lot to really wow me. But, these adorable photographs just made me smile, so I thought I would pass them along. The fabulous Megan, over at La Partie Events (remember her DIY projects last month) sent them to me and I just love.
My dear friend, Deana, just introduced me to Kirsten Goss, an incredible jewelry designer who has crafted a collection that is perfect for brides looking for something timeless with a touch of edge.
I am a little bit obsessed (ok a lot obsessed) with that first necklace, it's absolute perfection. Kirsten's bridal line is tailored to sophisticated...
I have been meaning to share this amazing new designer with you for some time, so needless to say, I am really excited about today's first post. Lynn Russell, the designer and creative brain behind Satsuma Press, is pure talent. Her work reflects a modern sensibility, paired with a soft, elegant aesthetic that is all about the pretty.
Lynn features...
Yep, you read that right. FINALLY a project just for the grooms. Mekala Tinnin, our newest DIY contributor (remember her FAB love story books) crafted this brilliant packaging idea that you can do just for your boy. Mekala recently launched a new venture called Tie that Binds where you can purchase the cute label for these socks. Her...
I spotted these little gems over on Shop Friends and fell in love. I have been a long time fan of all things Rae Dunn, but her new work really takes the cake!
From the customizable eggs to the personalized wedding plates and napkin rings, every piece is absolutely lovely. Charming, without being too craftsy. Organic, while still seeming elegant. Rae has tons...
Since we are featuring some pretty incredible details today, I thought I would share the fabulousness that is Paper + Cup and their own gorgeous affair. It was featured in Martha Stewart and all over the blogs, so it's not exactly news, but the details are...
One of our favorite Little Black Book Members, Gourmet Invitations, recently redesigned their website and added a slew of new portfolio designs. As I was feasting on each one of them, I became so excited about the unique ways that brides are adding personalization and charm to their affair. Take this ADORABLE library inspired invitation that Gourmet designed for example...
If you read Style Me Pretty, you know all about my obsession with silhouettes. Well, pair that with my love of K. Rose Cakes and you basically have complete and total perfection.
Swoon. Completely and madly in love with this cake. Here is a close-up shot so that you can really see the pure gorgeousness of the detailing...
La, la, LOVE! So much more to come throughout the day! In the meantime, check out...
I mean really, have you ever seen anything quite as cute? Holly's work is absolutely lovely, completely girly in that super sophisticated Audrey Hepburn kind of way. Her shrugs are perfection, her little frocks are fitting for any girl who loves fashion and her general sense of style and grace is built into each and every design.
I am so excited about today's first post. In an effort to bring a splash of style to your wedding, we have recruited the help of our FAVORITE blogger and DIY editor, Kathleen of Twig and Thistle to design some favor packaging that you can literally print on your home computer, fold right up and use to house whatever your favor may be!
All you have to do is...
We have had an absolutely absurd amount of posts go up today! The wedding was just so pretty and the bride was sweet enough to share so many details, I wanted to make sure that we got it all in. Here is a last look at the beautifully photographed, by the wonderfully talented Lauri Levenfeld, New Zealand wedding...
From the bride...
At the reception and dinner, we wanted to showcase the very best NZ and Waiheke...
Okay, I thought that for this next set, I should just let the pictures and the bride speak for themselves!
The Mudbrick Restaurant and main dining room, where we hosted our reception, has a wonderful ambience, and has been described as "one of the most romantic places on earth". The main dining room offers the most spectacular sea views throughout the wedding dinner overlooks Waiheke's rolling vineyards and Auckland's Hauraki Gulf. The restaurant has French doors that...
We are going a little late today for a couple of reasons...one, Lauri Levenfeld is a San Francisco based photographer so I wanted to give all of you West Coasters something new to read later in the day than usual and two, there were SO many gorgeous photographs, I simply couldn't edit them down!
Here is a look at the stunning reception that Anna and James threw....
It's simple, it's effortless, it's completely...
