Zac Posen is one of those designers who simply knows how to make a girl look her most spectacular best. So when he decided to partner with the bridal powerhouse that is David's Bridal (fun fact: they literally dress 1 out of every 3 brides in...
Okay so let's break this down. The week after your wedding you are A. probably looking like the best version of yourself. The crunches paid off and the glow is still fresh and new. B. you are likely in one of the most spectacular locations you've ever been. And c. you are feeling THE LOVE. Like legit feeling the love. It's probably the best time in your adult life to have a photographer on hand. To capture the real magic. Honeymoon shoots are officially a thing and photographers like...
I met Molly a few years back when I interviewed her for AOL Build. Let me tell you a little about her. A. She is STUN.NING. Clearly, because she is a Super Model and all that. But also because her skin glows, her eyes sparkle and she smiles so authentically that you just know she's the real deal. B. She knows her shit. She may be a fancy pants actress but when it comes to being...
If you took my personality and somehow translated completely into a wedding...this is what I would look like. The lovely photographer, Shannon Moffit, literally never disappoints but this little gem that she sent our way? Yeah, it's like really good. A splash of modern, a splash of hippie, joy and love and FUN permeating every image. This wedding - designed by...
We've featured weddings and inspiration shoots from all over thew world—New York to Paris, Kauai to Bali and everything in between. But today's unassuming destination selected by Billy Folchetti, founder of Luxe Paris Events for this styled story, is always a refreshing sight. Billy says it best, "The elements that draw us to Morocco are simple—the people first and foremost. The culture is fascinating, the cuisine is divine, and the juxtaposition of...
From the Bride... LUCK, What is it? Where do we find it? Does it Find Us? Or Is it always present and we just help nurture it along into something magical, transformative and unforgettable? In essence were we creating LUCK ourselves? For Us it will forever be all of the ABOVE, and Our Wedding was pure spectacle of Just Pure LUCK!!!! See our short wedding film from Angelo La Torre and you will feel it too... [iframe...
I remember a few of my friends being shocked to hear that another friend was going to wear a ballgown to her beach wedding. I, of course, loved the idea. Because I don't believe that you HAVE to do anything. While I do believe in using your venue as inspiraton, that doesn't mean that ballrooms have to be stuffy, beaches have to be casual or barns have to be rustic. Magic often happens when styles don't make perfect sense and yet, it's so obvious that they work. Like today's little slice of...
I first spotted Erin Kestenbaum's home while binging on instagram and double fisting a big ole glass of red wine. I am constantly amazed at the rabbit hole of incredible bloggers that one can go down and how long I can actually make said binge last (not so much on the vino), finding one beautiful home after another. Anyway, it was this...
My number one priority with this new SMP, is in taking care to build a site where everyone - no matter your age, race, gender, religion, sexual orientation, budget or beliefs - feels at home. When I came across Kate and Maya's breathtakingly beautiful wedding over on Jackson Grant's insta feed, I basically begged to share...
From Sean Cook Weddings... Bianca and Derek's destination wedding blended their California style with timeless black-tie attire for the wedding party, all in a stylish oasis in the Mexican jungle. Unico 20°N 87°W has a modern Mexican energy and was the perfect backdrop for it all, including their pool-side reception. From...
There are certain backdrops that feel like Summer. There are certain people that feel like Love. There are certain moments that simply feel serendipitous. Like when I see this adorable pair, with giggles and joy and love bouncing off the screen, and it just feels like there is no where else in the world worth being. Photographed by Savan Photography and planned by...
The beautiful challenge in planning a multi-cultural wedding is in finding a way to seamlessly incorporate the incredible traditions that each culture holds so dear. And do so in a way that feels authentic, deeply meaningful and incredibly joyous for themselves and the ones they love. And today's couple did just that. Photographed beautifully by Scott O'Malley, styled perfectly by Morgane Plaque of...
So, what exactly IS an inspiration shoot? Well, first and foremost, it's an opportunity for wedding pros to play. To push themselves creatively, to try out new trends and to work alongside peers that they love without boundary or limitation. But an inspiration shoot is more than that. It is an idea. Perhaps many ideas. Ideas that you can pluck right out of the photos and apply to your own wedding. Free of charge. And this shoot from...
From jpb designs... As Stephanie and Cody's guests walked into their wedding venue, an outdoor portion of the Chicago Illuminating Company, they walked straight into the ceremony area. With beautiful drapery and cafe lights, the tent space felt cozy and warm. But one of our absolute favorite things about this wedding was the hanging chuppah at...
If you love the fall... and you love rich autumn colors... add the intriguing description of "luxurious and sultry"... this one's for you! Sent to us by Jeremiah & Rachel Photography, this wedding rehearsal dinner was planned and designed by Darci of Greenwood Events (the Groom's Family). It will definitely go down in the books as one of our...
It's Monday! Which means that A. you're probably on your third cup of coffee and B. you really need the blogosphere to wow you because your brain is still entirely submerged in Rosé and chill. Well don't you worry. The beautiful Ashley over at Modern Glam has graciously opened the doors to her insanely pretty California home to us and when I tell you that you'll love it...I'm not even scratching the surface. And when...
I've only ever attended one wedding in Aspen and it was perhaps one of the most spectacular weddings I've ever seen. The colors of the open air backdrop are almost too pretty to compare - like a painting that has delicately and beautifully come to life. Give the incredible talent that is Jose Villa his camera - and a chic couple like...
We are so pumped to have Erich McVey taking over SMP today! I met Erich at a workshop many moons ago and knew pretty instantly that he was the good stuff. Obviously all talent. But also incredibly kind and authentic which to me is the special sauce. So, when he sent us over this amazing engagement shoot, I squealed. Because A. It's beautiful. But B. it's also the photographs of an amazing photographer and great friend of...
From Angelica Marie Photography... There are many brides who may be wondering how to incorporate Pantone's Color of the Year, Ultraviolet, into their wedding design. After all, this bright and saturated color is a far cry from the muted tones we've seen in recent years, such as rose quartz and serenity. Chic + Pretty Events, ...
School's almost out, the sun is shining bright and the margs are full, cold and with a hearty dose of salt - if only I had a backyard that looks like Amanda's over at Fashionable Hostess! Seeing that she probably wouldn't love it if I pitched a tent, I'm doing the next best thing and diving deep into all of the pretty pics captured by Simply Lively...
