My best friend in college grew up in Savannah. And she was fabulous. With a pretty Southern accent that could charm the pants off of just about anyone she came across. So when she invited us home for a Summertime visit, well, we knew that it would be something special. What we didn't know, was just how very special that Savannah trip would be - with sweeping gardens and French inspired architecture and food and food and food for days. It was magic. And...
In most parts of the country, it feels like Spring. We still have a little ways to go here in Boston which is exactly why a photoshoot like this one warms our hearts (and fingers and toes) to no end. From We Call This Love Photography, this family makes us smile. Big and wide and toothy. Because we can literally feel the love poring out of every image. And there is so much...
We've noticed this trend in baby showers lately. They are of course inspired by little ones, but there is this element of chic built into the day that sort of transcends the whole shower thing. And serves as inspiration for basically any party on the planet. Which is exactly why we think you're going to love this particular shower that the girls at True Event threw for their lovely leading lady Sarah True. With stunning...
Since starting Style Me Pretty 6 years ago, I've had two babies. Audrey and William, 4 and 2 respectively. And they are perfection. Often messy, cranky, intense perfection, but perfection nonetheless. With little pink lips and eyes that sparkle and a smile that would melt just about any heart. So perfect that our two-is-enough rule is always on the brink of cracking. And after seeing this newborn session from Lindsay Madden, I...
I've known Emily and Rachelle of Wiley Valentine for as long as I can remember. We've sort of grown up together and have watched each other's businesses take flight and babies grow, sort of in tandem. So when I saw this shower that Rachelle threw for Emily - along with some of the most beloved in the business like Jesi Haack...
I loved the concept of today's feature from the moment I laid eyes on it. One gorgeous event. Four wildly different lenses. One piece of stunning dinner party inspiration from Gibson Events, 4 photographers to capture it the way that their own incredibly unique eye sees it. It's genius. Because even if a group of photographers stand in the same spot and photograph the same details, the story that they tell through their images will always be...
Matthew Robbins. He's one of those total keepers in this business. Because not only is he one of the most talented floral designers on the planet. He's also really nice. And gracious. And humble. And in the few seconds that I finally had a chance to shake his hand a few months back, I could tell that no matter how huge he becomes, he will always be that same lovely person. So today, with photography by the equally captivating ...
There are two things that never fail to capture my attention: delicious food and bald babies. And this Easter themed brunch just so happens to have both en masse. Bunny shaped cinnamon rolls, fruit filled sugar cones and a casual, yet elegant, tablescape in soft hues is all you need to really make this holiday shine. Designed by Julie Blanner and...
I have a four year old. And every day it's a tutu. And a sparkly cupcake necklace. And a giant pink flower for her hair. And really anything with glitter that we can get our hands on. So this perfectly girly, perfectly princess birthday party that the lovely team at Whimsical Gatherings put together? Well, it's all of Audrey's dreams come true. And maybe some of mine too. Captured by...
One of my very favourite Sunday afternoon activities is to gather around with my lady friends over a fabulous brunch. And when you add a bridal shower to the mix, you can count me in twice. This bright and graphic bridal shower brunch by Brandi Welles, is not only incredibly adorable, it also makes for the perfect way to celebrate a special friend during a memorable time in her life. ...
As a mommy of not one but two little rugrats, I sort of love this next feature. Because we all know that one baby shower is a must, but two? Well, two seems excessive. Right? Or no? I can't decide. Anyway, Loli Events with the help of gorgeous photographs by Trent Bailey, is helping a girl out with their fun take on a second baby shower, appropriately coined a Sprinkle Party. Where the mama is simply...
Today is a special day on SMP. Because for the past 6 years we've made a living blogging about pretty. And we haven't taken enough time to marry that pretty with true soul. The kind of soul that empowers you and makes you not only look good, but feel like you're on top of this lovely world. So today we're taking some time to pay homage to all that glitters today, inside and out. Starting with the amazing journey of The Bailey Family.
Though it's quite possible I'm getting ahead of myself, I can't help but feel that Spring is in the air. As the snow begins to melt and the temperatures start to rise, I find myself dreaming of long, leisurely al fresco lunches surrounded by some of my very favorite ladies. And this stunning outdoor picnic, captured by Samantha from Cmostr Photography, is definitely not helping my case. ...
The best thing about finding inspiration online is that the said inspiration can pretty much come from anywhere in the world. Because it's about taking found ideas and putting your own style stamp on them. One that works just for you . So we're pretty happy about this next Home Tour photographed by the talented Julien Fernandez. Because it's bursting over with steal-worthy ideas that you can transform into something...
There's something about building something with your own two hands that's beyond satisfying. Though this copper pot rack appears complicated at first glance, it's actually relatively easy to throw together on a whim. The results are incredibly impactful and will be sure to get people talking. Not to mention it will elevate the wow-factor in your kitchen by miles! Captured by...
So by now you guys are all probably collecting Kinfolk magazines like they are going out of style. Because we all know that Kinfolk is basically everything. For those of you that haven't yet starting hoarding your issues, it's a new-ish shelter pub that you can find sitting pretty on most Anthropologie tables and is overflowing with simple, warm, incredibly...
Have you ever come across someone you immediately feel drawn to? For me, that just so happens to be Béa, La Tartine Gourmande. She emanates warmth, passion and class in an effortless fashion and has become my go-to when it comes to all things food related. Captured by our dear Heidi, from White Loft Studio, we are so thrilled to have her here today sharing some of her...
We're all friends here, right? Which means that it's a safe place to confess that I am SUCH a nosey neighbor. I sneak glimpses into every room I pass, I look on the bottom of soap dishes to see who made them. I ask about every last detail I see and I can't wait to hear the story behind each and every piece. Which is why when we spotted Nicole's home - photographed to stunning perfection by...
Today's post is basically the entire reason that we've decided to launch Living, a sister site to SMP Weddings. Because for us, it all comes full circle. Over the last 6 years at SMP, we've been blown away as we hear tales from brides featured long ago on our site who have gone on to have babies and plan parties and build a life all around the concept of beauty. They continue to check in and continue to support this site we call home. And today's feature does just that. Because the bride and...
The ladies from Bash Please never fail to completely floor me with each and every event they tackle. This fishing-themed birthday party thrown together for an adorable little mister is, per usual, no exception. Seriously, no detail was left unthought of; no mason jar left undesigned and no skipping stone left un-skipped. Captured by the always talented Raya Carlisle, this outdoor fete...
