For a Bride and Groom that are wanderlusters through and through, a destination wedding was a must. But this Italian affair is so much more. Feast your eyes on an epic adventure that spans three countries (Ibiza, Italy, Greece) and culminates with the prettiest celebration in Puglia. Planned by Meggie Francisco, with floral design by...
If ever there was an inspiration shoot that you could translate so completely and seamlessly into a wedding, it would be this gorgeous little number from Ashley Creative and photographed by Jacqui Cole. From the pretty bridesmaids dresses to the rentals by...
I wish I had a way to properly tell you how much I love this wedding. It's the twinkle in her eye, her leather jacket. It's his sweet smile and the way he picks her up despite her most formal gown. But truly? It's the vows. The way he speaks to her. The way he loves her.From Renee Hollingshead, grab your tissues, this one...it's a keeper. Read on for the beautiful vows. His Vows..."I love you, my beautiful...
I believe that I am responsible for the messy bun trend. I'm serious! And for those of you that just spit out their coffee, hear me out. I got married WAY back in 2005. And I told my cousin, who is the most amazing stylist ever, that I wanted a messy bun. And then she suggested a messy SIDE bun. And BOOOM. Mind blown. So that's what I did and I am pretty sure that fireworks went off over Paris and the whole world took note. Okay I'm joking. Obviously. In all seriousness, the mess bun is still a...
We are so lucky to have such incredibly talented wedding pros to work alongside at SMP. We never take for granted the steady influx of absurdly beautiful content that comes in our door, thanks not only to the brides and grooms who share their dreamy days with us, but the wedding ARTISTS who are willing to work with us behind the scenes to craft the beauty seen here on a daily basis. Artists ~ because the word vendor doesn't even begin to scratch the talent surface. Artists like Gloria and Cory...
We are hanging out with our dear friends and crazy talented photographers, The McCunes, for one of the more luxury filled days we've ever had here on SMP. The kind of weddings that you see and just wonder in awe at A. how awesome it was for the guests that got to attend and B. what it must feel like to a TOTAL princess (or prince) for a day. There is the stunning bride and her cute groom (and maybe even cuter pup...
Planning a wedding is stressful on SO many levels. From living up to the Pinterest wedding in your dreams to finding the YOU in a world (and a blog) that is awash in classically styled weddings (that often look like they cost a million dollars). So today, we're sharing a wedding with a couple that managed to do just that. To use their relationship, their culture, their first loves as a framework for planning a day that felt uniquely "them." Photographed by our sweet and talented friends...
There are two kind of major things about this stunning anniversary shoot. First, that backdrop. The Dolomite Mountains. Holy gorgeous. Sidenote - while it's actually in Italy, you can totally find prettiness here too that has the same vibe (think Telluride...
As legend has it, traditionally "bridesmaids" were meant to protect the bride from those trying to steal her dowry while walking through the groom's neighborhood. And they wore similar or identical attire so as to confuse the evil spirits. The best man was meant to ensure that the bride didn't escape during the ceremony. He was chosen because of his strength and capability rather than his relationship to the groom. So yeah. Times have changed. And yet we truly are still beholden to tradition...
I've seen it written so many times...you're wedding is about you. In face, I'm pretty sure I've written that very saying myself a dozen or so times on Style Me Pretty. But you know what? It's only half true. While yes, your wedding is a celebration of you and your beautiful relationship and that should be at the helm of so many of your decisions, your wedding is also about the people that make you...YOU. Your friends, your families coming together, your place within your own beautiful life and...
This is the style of wedding that gave SMP a name in the world of weddings. Classic but romantic. chic but approachable. And while we celebrate so many styles of wedding - from modern to multicultural, from classic to...
If I had a wedding wish list, or a wedding bucket list of some kind, I'm pretty sure that this gorgeous celebration would far exceed anything I could ever imagine. Let's just look at the basics: An Oscar de la Renta Gown to die for, a French backdrop complete with an Eiffle Tower and white peonies as far as the eye can see by the renowned floral designer Esther La Marche. Now, let's add in a couple so...
When I think about Style Me Pretty and the kinds of weddings that we just naturally gravitate towards...they are usually outdoors, filled with soft pretty colors, big beautiful blooms and details that feel both timeless and modern. But, those beautiful al fresco celebration aren't always as simple as they seem online. So today, we have SUCH a fun treat. An incredible team of wedding pros - Photographer Jasmine Lee...
Y'all. Brace yo'self. This shoot is definitely going down in the books as one of the single most creative, visually stunning, epically designed shoots we've ever featured on Style Me Pretty. Which doesn't surprise us too terribly given the total all-star vendor line-up behind the canvas. Kate Holt, lead designer and owner of FlowerWild conceptualized the day where the deep haze of Summer set the tone for the color palette and...
Looking back at my 200+ person wedding, I probably wouldn't change a thing. That said, seeing these exquisitely intimate weddings come across our desks, you can't help but long for the sweet simplicity that each so beautifully conveys. Where the handful of guests are spoiled rotten and the bride and groom have the luxury of quiet and laid back elegance. Such is the case with this absolutely breathtaking Grecian affair that...
You know those wedding photographs that you see all over the internet? The ones from Pinterest or Insta that get shared and liked a million times, where the sun is setting just so, the dust of the day turns to sparkles and the romance and love and windswept perfection seems almost too flawless to be real? Well, guess what. It's probably not what you think. With timelines to manage and places to be and people to accommodate, those beautiful portraits usually don't come from the actual wedding day.
Y'all. This is the first wedding, in ten years, that I felt like the full gallery of photographs told the story FAR better than the post you are about to read. The precious first look, the adorable and clearly in love group of girls, the sunkissed portraits and the pure joy that pores out of every image is proof that happy girls and happy boys are the prettiest of people and make for an infinitely...
I believe that there are certain things in life that every couple should learn before they get married. How to properly make a bed. How to say you are sorry. How to always remember to put the toilet seat down. How to host a little dinner for friends, make an incredible dessert, whip up a meal in under 30 and how to really do breakfast in bed right. You know, the basics. So that is what we're sharing today. Those must-have moments that every couple should have in their arsenal. And we've...
My husband and I met in San Francisco. Despite having been at the same college, at the same time, it took thousands of miles to find each other. The way we met is a little scandalous - and I'll save that for another day - though I do believe that the magic of the city, with it's twinkling lights and rich culture, had everything to do with it. And this wedding - photographed to utter perfection by Sylvie Gil and...
I'm not sure there is a city in the world that can compare to New Orleans. A city that is so rich in history, so alive, so beautifully flawed where stories dig through generations and despite hardship and pain, continue to thrive in the most warm and loving way. And this wedding - photographed by Audra Wrisley and planned by Elle Ellinghuas - bottles up...
