We have had so much prettiness today on SMP, I thought that the icing on the cake would be a really, really pretty giveaway. I've been smitten with Chewing the Cud's Fabric Gift Wrap for a while now...it's the perfect, eco-friendly, absolutely thoughtful solution to oftentimes wasteful wrapping paper. Printed on 100% organic cotton with soy-based inks, these wraps really due justice to the gift tucked inside. Plus, they come in...
My sister-in-law Jess literally goes crazy over anything that Ines Di Santos designs. Being one of the voices behind our Look Book, Jess has the sheer pleasure of working with tons of really talented designers and yet there is just something about Ines that really gets her. After seeing their 2010 Collection, it's pretty easy to see why. Photographed by the loveable and ridiculously talented...
Priscilla of Boston is kind of a Queen in the wedding industry. The brand has always been about gorgeous, luxurious, completely detailed gowns and they've brought a small handful of brands under their umbrella that bring a little something different to their name. The Vineyard Collection is one of my absolute favorites. Both in bridesmaids and in bridal. Here's a little peek at Vineyard's Fall 2010...
Melissa Sweet came out of the gate swinging this season. They actually might have featured my favorite dress of Fashion Week in its entirety...which is kind of insane given that the gorgeousness was beyond belief. Although they are a part of the Priscilla of Boston Family, Melissa Sweet has its own unique voice, its own unique style.
There really is no way to give Monique Lhullier a proper introduction. Her designs are complete and total perfection. They are girly and feminine, they are traditional and yet unbelievably fresh and innovative. Each gown is a little work of art with lace overlays, perfect detailing and fabrics that are unabashedly luxurious. I love, love, love Monique and if I were putting my money on it...I'd say...
Kenneth Pool is all about drama. It's about bringing the fairytale to life with a dress that is luxurious, elaborate and full of high glamour. And this collection took it to an entirely new level. Photographed by Matthew Grazier, you are going to fall hard for all things Kenneth.
My closest girlfriend, Jill...
Next up is one of our most popular Look Book designers...Christos. The gowns that Christos makes, which are actually under the creative direction of Amsale, are all girl. They are tradition with hints of modern charm. Silhouettes that are forever timeless, forever feminine. I love, love, love Christos and this latest collection that...
We are feeling very, very happy here at Style Me Pretty. Floating on cloud nine actually. So excited that we are literally bursting at the seams to start today's absolutely, positively fabulous feature.
Here's a little back story. We recently launched a Wedding Dress and Bridesmaid Dress Fashion Look Book so that you guys could do a little window shopping with your favorite designers before making the big purchase.
I have been madly in love (not to mention completely in awe of) with Ariane Goldman of twobirds bridesmaid since I saw her insanely gorgeous bridesmaid gowns on the Martha Stewart Show years ago. The fact that Ariane actually came up with a design that was as innovative and figure flattering as this, with literally 15 ways to wear it, was beyond me. Frankly, her dresses were and still are some of the coolest things I've ever seen.
It's kind of no wonder that today's featured wedding was total prettiness. The bride behind the affair, Elaine, just happens to be a designer and recently launched her own line of Paper Goods. Her own wedding invitations and paper accouterments were all together lovely and thus I thought that they deserved their own post.
I love, love, love these invitations...the casual...
Max Wanger is kind of a celebrity in the blog world. His blissfully dreamy photographs are beloved by bloggers and brides alike so when I saw his name in my inbox, my heart did a little flutter. And the wedding he sent didn't disappoint. The bride actually read SMP every day...so if we had even a tiny hand in the gorgeousness of this wedding, well...it's a proud day indeed!
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I love featuring weddings like this one. Aside from being photographed by one of my all-time favorite artists, Max Wanger AND being coordinated by one of my all time favorite designers, Beth Helmstetter....this wedding was a total TLC affair. The bride pored herself into the details, into ensuring that their day refelected their own unique personalities, their own unique styles. And...
I am one of those girls that will rock a heel until my foot falls off and my back is killing me. In my crazy head, fashion equals pain. But for all of you that are a bit more rational, there are some pretty killer flats that would look stunning with any wedding dress. In fact, there are WAY more flat options than heels...from ballet flats, to thongs, sandals and even kitten heels. There is so much cuteness out there for girls that want to look adorable while still being ultra-comfy.
Our very own Carrie Moore has done it again with her gorgeous Wedding Shoe round-up...with picks for every style, every budget and every addiction level. This next set is for all of you brides out there that want a stunning shoes without the stunning budget. Thank goodness some of our favorite designers have caught on and have started designing absolutely fabulous shoes for the budget minded brides out there. It's...
We are chatting about all things SHOES today on Style Me Pretty. Shoes that will take your wedding style to an entirely new level. And as usual, our Round-Ups Editor Carrie, has pulled some of the most gorgeous little gems you've ever seen, with a variety of price points and styles to get you really excited. So, without further ado...
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While putting together today’s Wedding Shoe Round-Up...
I hope everyone had a great weekend and is gearing up for one of my favorite holidays EVER! I thought we could start the week with a little pre-holiday indulgence...shoes! Carrie has put together an incredible pick list of shoes that will totally make you swoon and if you're anything like me, will get you SUPER excited about your wedding day fashions. So! Rather than just blab on and on, I am going to let Carrie take the stage and share all of her shoe goodness with you!
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This wedding is SO Style Me Pretty. It's simple, subtle, totally elegant. The color palette is soft and muted, the flowers are off the charts gorgeous and the bride and groom, well...probably should be models. Sandra Pan snapped the lovely photographs and you can tell that she put her heart and soul into each image. It's pretty obvious that she fell madly in love with this couple and wanted to really show the pure joy behind the day.
It's time to announce our fourth From Inspiration to Reality Challenge winner and I am SO. STINKING. EXCITED. I am completely and totally obsessed with the idea of transforming your gorgeous boards into a real life photo shoot and I am even more excited to see this one brought to life. Designed by Becky...
I always really love when the duo at Simply Bloom Photography sends me their latest and greatest. Their vintage inspired photography always blows me away and they generally score some pretty amazing affairs...so you kind of just KNOW it's going to be good. Well, this one. Is better than good. Aside from the incredible details and gorgeous color palette, the bride is actually rocking out a purple wedding dress. And it looks...
