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This Chic Colorado Celebration Is Filled With Carefully Curated Details

After a 2020 micro-wedding during the pandemic, Karli and Travis were ready to have a celebration with all of their original guestlist in 2021. The couple opted to skip the ceremony this time and just focus on guest experience. Elegant details delighted at every turn, from lounge seating with a backdrop of the mountains to an open-air dinner so pretty you’d think it was a dream. Jacqueline Hallgarth Events carefully curated all the special details, and Jenny Quicksall Photography artfully captured the love and happiness of the day in her incredible imagery. You can swoon over every perfect picture in the full gallery.

From Jacqueline Hallgarth Events… When deciding where to host this wedding celebration, it was a no-brainer to have it at the bride’s hometown Steamboat Springs, CO. On Celebration Day, the couple opted out of having the ceremony since all of their guests tuned into the live stream for their 2020 micro wedding. Karli & Travis wanted to focus on the guests and make it a memorable event – in Steamboat fashion.

Karli wore her NEWHITE gown as she took portraits with her bridesmaids and changed into a short dress with puffy sleeves and a long train by Rime Arodaky. Of course, paired with a white cowgirl hat & boots.

Karli being a 7th generation out of Steamboat Springs, the family has deep roots within the community. It was a family affair and it was so meaningful for Karli & Travis to bring their guests together and celebrate in this quaint and beautiful town.

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This Lavender Filled New England Wedding Is Effortlessly Elegant

What could be lovelier than lavender? This New England wedding uses this beautiful bloom in a multitude of ways, from tables covered in organic greens and sweet pops of purple to fresh sprigs adorning the three-tiered cake. Karla Cassidy Designs created the effortlessly elegant feeling of a summer garden party with her floral work, and Lynne Reznick Photography perfectly captured the charm of the day in her artful imagery. Visit the full gallery for a closer look.

From Lynne Reznick Photography… To complement the natural beauty of the grounds at Lyman Estate, the couple incorporated lots of greenery and soft neutrals, with pops of lavender for a touch of Tali’s favorite color. Matt’s mother Grace built the chuppah especially for them and they decorated it in lush florals.

During the open-air cocktail hour, guests enjoyed strolling the grounds, sipping on signature drinks, and indulging in fresh seafood from the raw bar. Tali and Matt were excited to incorporate the raw bar because they love seafood and because it was a nod to their New England soirée. The “sip and be seated” escort display was made up of lovely champagne glasses arranged among lush greens and welcomed guests to find their seats written on personalized paper scrolls.

Under the sailcloth tent for the reception, they nodded to the greenhouse on the property with centerpieces made up of collections of potted plants in terra cotta and mercury glass. The plants included an array of greens like ivy and ferns, as well as fresh lavender. The beautiful green floral linens added texture and completed the garden party look.

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The Beachy Boho Vibes of This Resort Wedding Will Have You Dreaming of Your Next Getaway!

You need to ‘sea’ the beach chic details of this glamorous wedding at South Seas Island Resort! A soft, neutral palette, reminiscent of the shoreline, created a pristine canvas for Avec Moi Event Planning and Design’s relaxed yet refined details that made Claudia & Paul’s guests feel like they were on vacay. Think textured greenery & tall grass, wicker-backed chairs, and the ultimate beach basket welcome gift! With an oceanside view and wedding style that’s equal parts beachy boho and sophisticated glam, the full gallery by Kaity Brawley will have you dreaming of your next sand, sun, and love-filled getaway!

From Avec Moi Event Planning and Design… It was Christmas Eve 2018 when Claudia swiped right. A choice that would change her life forever. Paul, an interventional radiologist, and Claudia, a psychologist worked in the same hospital in Jacksonville, Florida. Admiring her from afar for many years, it was nothing but excitement when Paul saw their dating profiles matched. As they slowly began seeing each other, Paul introduced Claudia to his son, Asher who she quickly bonded with over their mutual obsession with Disney World. After eight months, Paul moved to Naples, Florida to pursue a career opportunity where Claudia would join him a little over a year later.

Finding the perfect venue was important for Claudia and Paul. All of their guests would be attending from out of town, so they wanted a space that felt like a vacation. Paul spends most of his free time out on the water enjoying what he loves most, boating and fishing. The water became a special place where Paul and Claudia grew to know each other and fall in love. “When we stood on the greens overlooking the ocean, we knew right away it was the perfect spot to say our vows. Everything felt so right.”

“When I thought about my wedding day, there were certain things that were very important to me. I wanted my wedding to feel like a neutral garden on the ocean, I wanted my bridesmaids to love their dresses, and I wanted to feel as if the day was created specifically for Paul and me.” Claudia dressed her girls in an eclectic collection of Jenny Yoo gowns. She wore a lace dress by Enzoani Lesley paired with the perfect pair of pink Loeffler Randall ruffled heels. Adamant about not wearing a tuxedo, Paul chose a custom Jos A. Bank suit with a peak collard white button-down and brown belt and shoes. Asher followed his Daddy’s lead and finished his look with the cutest, pink bowtie.

It was important their wedding design felt like the perfect balance between the two of them. Claudia, a soft, warm-hearted, feminine beauty, and Paul, a masculine, sensitive, and highly emotive soul. The color palette was chosen with the soft, neutral tones of the shore in mind. Textured, tall grasses mimicked those seen along the beach, and the ocean laid as their ceremony backdrop as far as the eye could see. Louis wicker-back chairs were chosen for their natural texture and laid in a circle surrounding Claudia and Paul. The intention was for Paul and Claudia to feel submerged in the love surrounding them as they listened to the soft hum of the harp nearby.

As guests took the trolley to cocktail hour, they entered the lawn to Claudia and Paul pouring champagne over a tower of coupe glasses. Natural, white-washed Bentwood chairs sat around textured lace tables and guests enjoyed local favorites such as ahi tuna and crab cakes with mango salsa. Anchoring the masculinity and rich tones within the design were custom leather place cards lasered with each guest’s name and table number.

As cocktail hour ended, guests entered a stand-alone tent where each element was specifically created to execute their design. Setup began 5 days prior to the wedding day and began with carpenters laying a custom wood floor which would go on to display Claudia and Paul’s hand-drawn crest. The tent was draped with a selected color palette of cameo and champagne crepe fabrics and furniture was hand-selected for the perfect, creamy wood tones. Taper holders were sourced and stained deep espresso brown to coincide with the cozy browns of the leather accents. Table numbers were created using the couple’s crest as inspiration. As each guest found their seat, they were greeted by their names meticulously hand scripted and tied to their menu with a chocolate brown, leather string. The decorative floral paper backing the menu was the same print used in the invitation’s envelope liner. Signature drinks paid homage to both Claudia and Paul’s taste buds. Claudia’s love for fruity flavors was showcased in the Mango Bellini and Paul’s adoration for whisky was embodied in his classic cocktail, an Old Fashioned.

As guests enjoyed their entrée of filet mignon and lobster, Claudia and Paul were quietly preparing to perform a choreographed dance they had been practicing for months. Guests cheered and danced along as Paul spun Claudia around the dance floor. As the night was coming to end, Claudia and Paul had one more surprise for their loved ones. Claudia, a Columbian native, wanted her guests to experience an authentic Hora Loca. As the drums began to beat and whistles began to blow, women in headdresses and men on stilts entered the room. Instantly, each guest was out of their seat and on the dance floor. As the last song played and Claudia was holding Asher and swaying in Paul’s arms, she said: “I’ll never forget this night. Not only because it was perfect, but because all of us could finally be together again”.

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This California Wedding Is Sweet As Honey

It doesn’t get any sweeter than this. Our couple lovingly refers to each other as “honey”, so much so that their friends affectionately nicknamed the two “the honeys.” As an homage to the moniker, the theme of honey was woven throughout the couple’s wedding day! The charming reference stole the show, from a champagne wall reading, “cheers honey” to an escort wall filled with honey pots. Third and Park put the exclamation mark on the event with lush, romantic blooms in crisp whites. Every magical moment was artfully captured in the imagery by Carmen Santorelli Photography, visit the full gallery and you’ll be sure to fall in love.

From the bride… When we first started dating, Stu lived in Chicago and I lived in New York. During Stu’s first trip to visit me in New York City, the first place I took him was Washington Square Park. It was a very special place for us and ultimately where Stu proposed. Due to this, arches (like the one at the park) were one of the key elements that were referenced throughout the wedding.

Another big theme throughout the wedding was a nickname that our friends refer to us by, which is the “honeys”. This was originally a nickname for each other that really took a life of its own over the years. Under this theme, we had the champagne wall “Cheers Honey” and a “You made the Hive” seating wall. We also had guests table numbers on honeypots and used bee’s wax candles on the tables.

The feeling for the decor of the wedding was classic but modern. I wanted to look back at the wedding and feel as if it was timeless but with unexpected/fun twists. For colors, I wanted everything very neutral with white, lush/overgrown greenery and a touch of the bee’s wax as a neutral. I also had some pops of millennial pink, for a modern twist. I loved the stark contrast the black and white dance floor added to the lush romantic feel of the wedding.

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A Colorful And Charming Garden Anniversary Wedding

This special day pops with bursts of bright and beautiful color! Beckon Events planned the vibrant day, and helped to fill it with whimsical touches that make our hearts sing. Just wait until you see the champagne escort card wall! Flowers by Kara Nash Designs pop up in wild and unexpected ways, like a beautiful bench surrounded by blooms. Kati Rosado Photography captured all of the beautiful details perfectly in her inspired images, you can see them all in the full gallery.

From the bride… My vision was a formal garden party with a classic yet whimsical feel. Serendipitously, because our original venue did not reopen for events in time, the event was held at my parents’ home and in Seneca, SC.

We wanted our guests to feel both relaxed yet enchanted by their surroundings, with lots of spread-out lounge space and smaller dinner tables set a safe 6 feet apart, seating everyone with their immediate family members or friend groups. I wanted tables identified by types of flowers rather than numbers and for guests to be welcomed by a champagne wall.

I am also thankful that I was able to see my dream event, two years in the making with the amazing Beckon Events, come to life so exquisitely and that Kati Rosado Photography was able to capture it in such a stunning and timeless way. It was well worth the wait.

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Enchanted Blush And White Summer Wedding At Biltmore Estate

Excuse us while we swoon, this wedding is nothing short of a fairytale. Held at Biltmore Estate, an 8,000-acre Blue Ridge Mountain oasis, Tara and Nick filled their special day with summer colors that perfectly complimented the gorgeous grounds. Two Sweet Sparrows planned a day that pulls out all the stops, including a butterfly release at the wedding ceremony! Floral design by Dream Events By Daria couldn’t be lovelier, and Barrie Anne Photography captured all the magical moments perfectly. Visit the full gallery for a closer look at all the lovely.

From Barrie Anne Photography… Tara & Nick’s wedding day could not have been more perfect, after postponing and changing wedding locations, finally came their enchanting fairytale day. The couple came from the east coast with their families to be wed at the gorgeous mansion of Biltmore Estate in Asheville, NC.

Tara and her family have significance to the Biltmore Estate growing up visiting for equestrian competitions.Lush summer colors complimented the stunning garden grounds, up on the hill of Diana, overlooking the estate as the two said their vows and released butterflies to solidify their marriage.

Complete with a champagne tower at sunset, family and friends danced the night away with Tara & Nick underneath a beautiful, romantic, timeless, candle-lit tent overflowing with florals and love.

Effortless Elegance Wedding Inspiration in Provence Amongst The Lavender Fields

You just can’t beat the beauty of summer in Provence with lush lavender fields in full bloom. To complement the charm of the location, Willow & Oak Events planned a day filled with effortless elegance at every turn. Capucine Floral Atelier composed the most enchanting tangle of blooms for the bridal bouquet, spilling with delicate tendrils and trailing silk ribbon from plant-dyed ribbon artisan, Silk & Willow. This debonaire pair was made even more beautiful by destination photographers and filmmakers, Koman Photography, who created visual poetry in its truest sense. You can see every artful moment in the full gallery.

From Willow & Oak Events… Graceful, tender, and relaxed, this Provence elopement story highlights the natural beauty of the region from hilltop villages to sweeping lavender fields. Our bride, Calypso, stunned in a flowy ostrich feather gown from world-renowned Hungarian designer, Daalarna Couture, that can only be described as radiant.

In a moment of ultimate luxury, Calypso and Edouard were greeted at the 18th-century retreat, Airelles La Bastide de Gordes, with a sleek 1960 MGA Roadster from Provence Classics. Floral-adorned car at the ready, they traversed the Luberon’s serpentine terrain, taking in unparalleled panoramic views along the way.

We hope this romantic Provence wedding encourages more couples to consider this stunning corner of the world that has inspired artists, musicians, and poets for centuries, and we feel truly honored to be sharing this story with you today.

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This Couple Eloped Due To Covid Then Had The Wedding Celebration Of Their Dreams!

Talk about being worth the wait! After a quick elopement during the pandemic, our couple decided to have the wedding celebration of their dreams with the sweetest of news- the bride was expecting! The day expertly planned by Riley Loves Lulu couldn’t have been more beautiful, complete with a stylish escort card display by Inkinity Studio with calligraphy and wax seals on each guest’s card. The florist, Vo Floral Design, grows many of her own flowers and created incredible pieces that were organic and timeless. The Ganeys beautifully captured the love of the day in their elegant imagery, you can see all the darling details in the full gallery.

From The Ganeys… Matt and Maddie had a micro wedding in their family’s backyard during Covid. Even with that perfect day, they had been holding onto their plans of a big Menlo Circus Club wedding. A few months before their “vow renewal” they got the sweet news that they were expecting – and just weeks before their celebration, they found out they were having a baby girl!

The wedding ceremony took place under the oak behind Menlo Circus Club. Maddie’s brother officiated the wedding (he did such a great job during their microwedding, they asked him to do it again!). Emily, Matt’s sister, sang beautifully as Maddie walked down the aisle. They exchanged vows and held hands throughout the ceremony.

The wedding reception had an elevated black, white, and blue color scheme. After over a year of anticipation, everyone was ready to dance! It was truly an epic celebration.

A British-Inspired Wedding In The North Carolina Mountains 22 Years In The Making!

After 22 loving years together, this couple decided to tie the knot and their wedding day was nothing short of epic! The team at John Lupton Events paid special mind to the couple’s combined interests and weaved it into the theme of the day beautifully. Both their love of travel to the UK and their prized Rolls Royce made appearances in fun and unique ways. This long-lasting love was beautifully captured in the elegant imagery by Demi Mabry Photography. Visit the full gallery for a closer look at all the special touches.

From Demi Mabry Photography… Joe and Chris met on a project at work in Charlotte, NC. After 22 years together, Chris turned to Joe and said, “it’s time.” These two finally stood before their friends and family in a beautiful, fall wedding in Blowing Rock, NC!

Their morning wedding honors their parents, as each of them was wed in the morning. The British traditions – their custom morning suits and tea – honors Chris’ heritage. They also spend frequent time in the UK as Rolls Royce owners. These two LOVE their vintage Rolls Royce and enjoyed incorporating it into their wedding day!

The menu and wine selections all represent sentimental favorites with meaning from Chris and Joe’s life together. The team at John Lupton Events did an amazing job bringing this mountain wedding together for Joe and Chris and it was a joy to photograph!

Romantic Texas Hill-Country Wedding with Holiday Flair!

Looking to deck the halls at your December wedding? This Texas Hill-Country wedding with holiday flair proves that getting married during the holidays doesn’t necessarily mean you need the classic red and green color palette! Rose Andrew Events and The Flower Girl tastefully incorporated rich colors and textures into this lovely day at Stonehouse Villa. Every heartfelt moment was flawlessly captured by Sarah Stiponovich. If you’re on the hunt for ways to showcase this special time of the year for your own winter nuptials, browse through the full gallery to see every last detail!

From Emily of Rose Andrew Events… Emily & Drew met at work and began dating shortly thereafter—they went on 4 dates the first week they began seeing each other! On their second date, they were given a lucky $2 bill by a man who said he keeps them in his pocket in honor of his late wife and gifts them to couples who clearly look in love *SWOON*. Years later, Drew proposed on a beautiful morning after a sunrise hike in the Colorado mountains. One of the most special parts of Emily & Drews nuptials is that it was true celebration of both families coming together. They kept with a family tradition and got married at the same venue that all of the bride’s siblings wed at— a beautiful Hill Country Wedding venue that is down the street from her family home—Stonehouse Villa. Many of the guests had been there time and time again to celebrate each Peter child and it was special to hear guests reminisce about each wedding they attended as they celebrated Emily & Drew. As guests were welcomed, they saw framed wedding photos of parents, grandparents, aunts and uncles, and siblings from both sides of the family. Emily and Drew toasted with the same gold goblets that her parents used at their wedding and cut their cake under sparkling disco balls with a cake knife that has been passed through her family. And, Emily’s dad is a vintage car collector and they used a different car for each of their wedding weekend festivities—they rolled up to their rehearsal dinner in a vintage white mustang and to their wedding in a classic Rolls Royce—the very same one that all of her siblings arrived and exited their wedding with. Drew’s father was even his best man!

Emily wore a Sarah Seven gown, modern gold hoop earrings and a beautiful veil that was handmade by her mother— complete with hundreds of hand sewn on pearls! Her lovely bridesmaids wore black gowns in mismatching textures of chiffon, velvet and silk. Drew and his groomsmen wore custom tuxes.

Our bride LOVES Christmas and wanted to incorporate holiday elements without it feeling like a “Christmas wedding.” What came to fruition was a beautiful day rich in color, textures and special elements that had a lot of holiday/winter flair without it feeling overtly Christmas-y. We designed a reception with luxe velvet throughout—from the caramel table linens to the plush dusty Rose velvet napkins to the sage velvet table numbers and bar menu to the black and maroon velvet ribbons tied on the menus. Kari from The Flower Girl TX created the most spectacular florals for E&D’s big day— complete with a lush tiered ground ceremony arch and hundreds of buds vases filled to the brim with blooms. She incorporated pops of mauves, deeps reds and greens in the florals. Koozies were passed to guests with a custom design that said “All I Want for Christmas is Drew”—after 2 weeks of dating, Drew called his siblings and when they answered he said “I’m in love, I’m in love and I don’t care who knows it!” so we included Buddy the Elf on the koozies in memory of that famous movie quote. The band also ended the night with The song “All I Want for Christmas is You” and guests donned Santa and elf hats, light up Christmas light necklaces and Santa cowboy hats. Our bride was voted “karaoke queen” in high school and proved her skills by singing “I Wanna Dance with Somebody” (her go to karaoke song) at their reception—complete with a “leg guitar” solo…

Emily & Drew love to travel the world together and collect photo albums from each of their trips. We were inspired by the mountains that Drew proposed to Emily in front of and their love for travel throughout their day! Guests signed a National Geographic coffee table book, there was a hand painted rendering of the view where Drew proposed on their dinner menu and a beautiful mountaintop escort display in varying shades.

Stylish Two Day Inspiration Shoot Turned Proposal

Two styled shoots, two incredible photographers, one real-life proposal! Our first idyllic inspiration takes place at 620 LOFT AND GARDEN. Filled with elevated elegance, McSween Photography captured the magic of a NYC rooftop and Lost Coast Photography showed us to Bethesda Gardens through her lens. The second day was shot at Central Park and the New York Public Library. The best part? The photo shoot turned into a proposal! Check out both jaw-dropping days in the full gallery.

From Britt Jones Co.… While being in one of the most iconic wedding venues in the city, it is crucial that you pick elements that complement its stunning gardens and views. The inspiration of the shoot was a secret garden black-tie affair.

We chose a color palette with creams, golds, and a signature pop of black. The black served as a nod to the Great Gatsby era which is so widely celebrated in New York. The day left you imagining what an elevated real wedding this would have been.

There is truly nowhere in the city that compares when it comes to stunning views of the skyline. In order to compliment Top of the Rock’s power to take your breath away, we paired it with a gown that is just as breathtaking. This full, ruffled Marchesa gown was focal point of this stunning bridal shoot-turned proposal. Yes, you heard it – PROPOSAL. Our groom model actually proposed to our bride model in the midst of this skyline shoot. It was truly a dream!

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A Fairytale For The Modern Destination Bride At Villa Cetinale

Inspired by classic European romances with a fresh and innovative twist, AMV Weddings designed, planned, and styled this shoot to tell the fairytale of the modern destination bride, all elegantly captured by Redamancy Photo and Film. The soft, yet striking floral arrangements by Flowers Living were the perfect complement to the classic architecture of Villa Cetinale and its manicured gardens. A world of wonder and breathtaking details await you in the full gallery.

From Redamancy Photo and Film… This styled Italian wedding is perfect for the luxury bride with a taste for lavish details with dreams of saying “I do” under the Tuscan sun. It overflows with elegance and a touch of the unexpected at every turn.

This styled wedding redefines the bridal experience with passionate details, such as the grand chandeliers hanging from dripping vines, a ruffled gown from Amsale’s 2022 collection, and a feminine color palette to bring everything together.

As Bianca and Francesco descended the grand staircase to drink champagne and dance the night away at their reception, an evening dress by Peter Langer stole the show with its backless detail.

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You Won’t Believe How This Tennis Court Was Transformed For This 60th Birthday Party!

This “Sixty and Sensational” 60th birthday party was such a dream, it’s hard to imagine that the entire party took place on a completely transformed and unrecognizable tennis court! With cozy lounges, an intimate floral-filled dinner table, and a cake that was truly a work of art, this fête is one guests won’t soon forget!

From the planning team at A Good Affair:
“We were so excited to get to create a very special birthday for one of our legacy clients. It is always so much fun to design for someone we have worked with before as we know everything they love most. Bonnie is one special lady and for her 60th birthday her daughter, husband, and son wanted to spoil her the way she spoils everyone special in her life! Natalie knew exactly what she wanted to do with the tennis court on their private property.

She knew a bright and vibrant color palette would be perfect just like Bonnie’s personality. She created a color palette in shades of pinks to deep plum brought to life in the florals and with gorgeous ombre taper candles nestled in the floral table runner. Transforming the properties tennis court to create a magical fairytale environment with the highlight being a ceiling of thousands of twinkle lights. The summer evening was perfect in every way! Guests enjoyed cocktails and appetizers upon arrival at the top of the property where a 60 & Sensational backdrop was made with photographs from Bonnie’s life.

They then enjoyed a stroll through the trees strung with romantic twinkle lights down to the party below. It felt so magical and inspiring! Guests choose tableside entrees with a multi course gourmet meal provided by Made by Meg Catering. The fabulous musical duo, Kismet serenaded the night away and played many of Bonnie’s favorite songs. The birthday cake was thoughtfully designed to incorporate the gorgeous color palette with a chic and glam look. Grace and Honey cakes did an amazing job including hand making sugar flowers and rice paper sculptures that adorned the tiered confection. The entire evening was perfect in every way!”

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This Butterfly-Inspired Wedding at The Anderson House Will Make Your Heart Flutter!

This dreamy wedding Washington DC’s idyllic Larz Anderson House is bound to give you butterflies! Inspired by the symbolism of the ever-beautiful winged creatures, Bright Occasions planned a day that represented love, rebirth, and hope. Every aspect – from Petals & Promises’ florals to the delicate, gilded wedding cake by Jenny Baked It – was intentionally chosen to surround the happy couple with visions of love in the prettiest purples and pops of citrus hues. Stop by the full gallery, captured by Costola Photography, for all the pretty details that’ll make your heart flutter!

From Costola Photography… Our romantic yet modern wedding was inspired by butterflies. Butterflies are not only magnificent creatures, but they have a beautiful symbolism of hope, rebirth and life. From small and humble caterpillars, butterflies transform themselves into beautiful and colorful winged creatures. For many people butterflies have significance. In ancient Rome, butterflies represented marriage and weddings. And when two butterflies are seen flying together or following each other, it represents undying love.

Butterflies have such joyful colors and patterns that draw you to them, with this in mind we incorporated lush florals in shades of periwinkle, lavender, peach, butter yellow with greenery. We chose to feature a ceremony in the round, with florals coming up around the couple. Like butterflies, circles have beautiful meanings especially when it relates to marriage – unity, wholeness and completion. We carried over a similar style with the flowers down a dramatic tablescape. Place settings were a mix of modern and vintage for a great whimsical design. Completed with hand-written place cards in the shape of a butterfly.

Our shoot was set at the stunning Larz Anderson House, a Gilded Age Beaux-Arts style mansion located in Washington, DC. The Andersons used the home to entertain and showcase their impressive collection of fine art and artifacts that the couple acquired while traveling. In addition to their impressive home, their garden became one of the most published and influential landscapes in the early 20th century. We chose to set-up our shoot to highlight both the interior and exterior architecture at the Anderson House.

One of my favorite details was our petite gilded wedding cake with soft purple flowers. Proving that a cake doesn’t need to be large to make a statement. I also loved the coordinated bouquets our brides carried with simple greenery and periwinkle buds. Our beautiful brides wore Margot by Ines Di Santo with an illusion back and statement bow. And a Romona Keveza jumpsuit with a Homs veil that we used as a detachable train.

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A Travel Lover’s Dream At This European Inspired Texas Hill Country Wedding

Christine and Garret’s love story has some travel-loving ties in it, so it made perfect sense that they would model their wedding off the lush, old-world vibes of France and Italy. When the bride is a wedding planner you know every little detail will be thought out- and it was! Christine, the owner of Houston Soirée, planned her own wedding day to perfection. Her custom crest was featured throughout each part of her day in subtle but impactful areas, even on a custom dance floor! Blooms by Tamara Menges Designs added just the right touch of romance, and every magical moment was all beautifully captured in the imagery by Alicia Yarrish. You can see all the pretty in the full gallery.

From Published + Pretty… After meeting online and talking for a few months, Christine and Garret found out he was childhood friends with her current neighbor. Garret made a plan to visit them both in-town and one date turned into two. Fast forward through four years of dating, the pair planned an international trip for Christine’s birthday. It was at the Eiffel Tower that Garret asked Christine to marry him, and of course, she said yes!

Houston Oaks was the perfect venue for this couple. It provides such an amazing backdrop for a European-inspired wedding day. With Southern France and Italy feeling landscaping, French architecture in the Ladies Lounge, the iconic 15th-century French chapel that was brought over and placed where it stands today.

Overall the design came together so beautifully- the Italian greens and French blues paired so well with subtle pinks throughout, every detail was picture perfect. And most importantly, Christine and Garrett made so many amazing memories that day that they’ll be able to re-live through their photos.

You’ll Love This Modern Twist On A Standard Wedding Reception

Want to encourage more mingling at your wedding? For their special day, Tyler and Gabriella came up with the perfect solution. In lieu of a traditional sit-down dinner, the couple opted for small passed plates and lounge seating to put an emphasis on fun. CJ Matsumoto & Sons filled the day with fantastic florals from beginning to end. You can feel the love and joy of the day jump out in the exquisite imagery by Lauren Fair Photography. Take a trip to the full gallery to get a closer look at all the lovely.

An elegant and stunning day was spent celebrating the marriage of Tyler & Gabriella at Tyler’s family home. After their first look, the wedding party took photographs overlooking the beautiful bay on the grounds of Terranea.

The pre-reception and ceremony were held in the front garden of the home, with a stunning array of florals, enchanting crystal chandeliers, and a jaw-dropping alter making a perfect setting for these two to tie the knot. Bridesmaids in powder blue walked down the aisle alongside groomsmen in classic black tuxedos as one of the bride’s best friends sang a sweet song to guide them.

Instead of a traditional seated dinner, the couple opted for small plates passed dinner to encourage mingling. Meanwhile, the DJ accompanied by a live saxophone player and drummer set the tone for a fun night.

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This Destination Puglia Wedding Feels Like A Dream Inspired By The Desert

Pack your bags for Puglia for this dreamy destination wedding. With a wheat, rust, and amber color palette, the desert inspired the design for this special day planned by Elegante Weddings and Events. Boho yet garden chic vibes were artfully orchestrated in the florals by Lilla Bespoke Floral Design. Lush and low tablescapes, with eclectic natural wood and soft blush taper candles, created a glow through the multi-course dinner. It was a sight to behold, beautifully captured in the stunning imagery by bonphotage. Get lost in all the beauty in the full gallery.

From bonphotage… Kyla and Madison’s Puglia destination wedding was out of a dream. The white backdrop of the stunning Masseria Grieco in contrast to the bold and lush florals and natural vegetation from the region made it a dramatic and elegant location for this stunning wedding.

This LA-based couple decided on a destination wedding to escape the fast-paced life of the city and bring all their friends together to an unexpected location. The ceremony had a large, circular arch as a parallel to the symbolism behind the wedding bands.

With the use of pampas grass, cappuccino and toffee garden roses, lisianthus, olive greens, and other local foliage the aesthetic of the wedding complimented the location. It was an incredible celebration of two wonderful people finding each other and being surrounded by so much love and joy.

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Introducing the First Annual Style Me Pretty Best Of Awards!

Today is most certainly a “pinch me” moment type of day. The kind where you couldn’t sleep the night before ‘cause you were too excited for the morning. The grab your glass and pour yourself a little extra bubbly level of excitement! Why all the drama, you might ask? Well… let’s just say we have some pretty BIG news, news we know you’re going to love.

Friends, we’re finally able to announce something we’ve been working our little tails off to make happen for quite some time. Roll out the red carpet, cue the confetti – because it’s finally here! The entire team at SMP is beyond thrilled to introduce you to our first annual Style Me Pretty Best Of Awards! Together, alongside a world renowned panel of judges, SMP will shortlist the loveliest, and most awe-inspiring weddings, images and vendors of 2021 – from the best “brought us to tears” moment to the most viral floral designs. The winners of each category will then be chosen by votes from you all – our lovely readers!

Lauren Fair Photography

It brings us so much joy to celebrate the love stories of our beautiful couples, and the talented vendor teams who bring their wedding dreams to life, through the pages of Style Me Pretty. But somewhere along the way, we discovered our desire to find an even bigger and, *ahem*… shinier way to honor the beauty we admire through our screens. Truth be told, we can’t think of a better time to recognize the efforts of our amazing vendors than right now – as they endure THE busiest, most demanding wedding season of.all.time. I think we can all agree, they’re really more like wedding warriors.

We truly hope you’re just as excited as we are to get this Best-Of-ball rolling – because we’re going to need your help! So without any further ado, let’s chat details…

Eric Kelley

THE CATEGORIES

BEST OF WEDDINGS

The best of the best, the prettiest of the pretty – these are the weddings that made our hearts flutter fastest from 2021!

Best of Spring/Summer Weddings 2021

SMP Editor shortlisted
Reader voted

Best of Fall/Winter Weddings 2021

SMP Editor shortlisted
Reader voted

Best of Weddings Overall 2021

Reader voted

Ink & Press Co.

BEST OF MOMENTS

We know this may sound a little cliché – but here at SMP, we live to celebrate the significance in every moment. The ones that make us laugh, the ones that make us happy cry, the ones that surprise… and the ones we’ll never forget! Weddings are simply a series of moments strung together to create a seamless celebration. From wildly creative escort displays that play on a certain theme, to a best kiss moment that deserves it’s very own Princess Diaries foot pop! We’re celebrating the best wedding moments of 2021 that are simply unforgettable.

All are open entry → SMP Shortlisted → Reader Voted

Best escort card display moment
Best floral moment
Best ‘down the aisle’ moment
Best reception design moment
Best wedding cake moment
Best dress moment
Best wedding exit moment
Best ‘brought us to tears’ moment
Best kiss moment
Best flatlay moment – A big thank you to our sponsor, Sourced Co., a resource that provides wedding pros the tools to thrive in our aesthetic-driven industry. They offer the best of the best styled stock imagery and acrylic styling blocks to help creatives market their business — their way.

Jose Villa

INDEPENDENT AWARDS

The Top 3 Most Featured LBB Vendors of 2021 (per category)

Selected by SMP
Photographer
Planner
Florist
Cinematographer
Rentals/Decor
Stationery
Entertainment
Catering
Beauty
Venue
Fashion

Jen Huang Photography

MEET THE JUDGES

Sure, we know a knockout image when we see one – but to be able to confidently shortlist our nominees, we knew we needed a few extra pairs of expert eyes.

Joy Proctor of Joy Proctor Design

I am an optimist, an African, a lover of antiques, music, sushi and gardening. I am honored to be regarded as one of the most highly sought after wedding designers in the world. My product collaborations and prestigious publication features have earned me global recognition as a trend setter in the wedding and events industry.

I believe in creating intimate environments that fit perfectly in their locale, hand selecting the very best artisans to execute my vision. Understated elegance is the cornerstone of my design. Every detail is tasteful. All decor is intentional.

Lauren Fair of Lauren Fair Photography

I specialize in iconic, exquisite, joy-filled weddings both in the Northeast and destinations around the world. My photography focuses on joyful, editorial, stylish images full of beautiful light and natural emotion.

I, along with my husband Tim, spend my free time traveling, restoring our old farmhouse, relaxing in our favorite Jersey beach town, and designing homes.

I’ve been gratefully named one of the 100 Most Inspiring + Influential People in the Wedding Industry by the Knot and one of the 75 Best Photographers in the World by BRIDES Magazine, as well as one of the Top Photographers in America by BRIDES – but I believe the best accolades come from happy clients.

Rebecca Yale of Rebecca Yale Photography

With a degree in photography & aesthetic philosophy from NYU, Rebecca Yale has a true passion for creating memorable & meaningful imagery. Rebecca was named one of the top photographers in the world by Harper’s Bazaar, BRIDES and Destination Weddings Magazine. Rebecca was named Belle Lumiere Photographer of the Year for 2018 and was the recipient of Rangefinder Magazine’s 2017 Grand Prize Award for Wedding Photography. Her work has also been awarded by PDN, Royal Geographic Society and National Geographic, and has been published in countless publications and exhibited in galleries and museums worldwide.

Rebecca is Los Angeles based, but available for travel worldwide and has photographed in over 55 countries. Rebecca is a believer in love knowing no bounds. She is committed to the promotion of diversity, inclusivity and celebrating our differences as they are what makes us beautiful.

Jen Huang of Jen Huang Photography

I approach photography with a romantic, fine art sensibility. My imagery is understated yet evocative, resulting from clear and polished creative direction that elicits light-filled, painterly portraits. My use of fresh and simple composition, and natural light has evolved from a deep love and respect for the old masters – Rembrandt, Vermeer, Botticelli. I am a fiercely dedicated medium format film photographer and my creative process is imaginative, industrious and detailed. In each capture, I aim for perfection and beauty.

Over the last ten years, my work has taken me to spectacular celebrations and sophisticated soirees in over twenty countries on six different continents. Past clients have included prominent global leaders, celebrated directors and actors, and distinguished executives. I have been named one of the top 25 film photographers in the world and a “photographer’s photographer” by Martha Stewart Weddings. My work has been featured in numerous international publications, including Rangefinder, Elle, Harper’s Bazaar, Town & Country Weddings, Brides Magazine, The Knot, Martha Stewart Magazine, The Boston Globe and New York Magazine. My clients describe my work as “painterly,” “nuanced,” “refined” and I am honored to be a leading choice amongst internationally acclaimed planners and designers.

I am a native New Yorker living in Southern California. When I am not working, I can be found renovating a hundred-year-old home with my husband, two rambunctious little boys, and a silly french bulldog named Gatsby.

Jenny Quicksall of Jenny Quicksall Photography

Hi—I’m Jenny, a Los Angeles Wedding Photographer who’s fueled by a fresh-air adventure, great fashion finds, and a good spa day (or two).

Growing up, I was always the unofficial photographer among my friends and family. What started as a hobby quickly became a passion I couldn’t shake. So, when I found myself less than thrilled at my job as a project manager, I made the decision to turn my love for photography into a career.

I shoot on film as well as digital—and my work has been featured in publications ranging from Martha Stewart Weddings and Style Me Pretty to The Knot and the cover of Inside Weddings. I’ve also been named the Best Photographer by California Wedding Day three years in a row.

When I’m not behind my camera or connecting with (and styling!) couples, you can find me sculpting and sweating at a barre class, treating myself to a manicure, online shopping at Nordstrom, or spending time with my husband and our two incredible daughters. A lover of outdoor adventures and a serious Francophile, I spend much of my spare time dreaming about living in Paris where I eat croissants at a sidewalk cafe and say things like c’est délicieux!

Mikayla Manuirirangi of Ink & Press Co.

Mikyla Marie Manuirirangi, an Idaho native married to a New Zealand kiwi, is the owner and designer behind Ink & Press Co. An artist of many forms, Mikyla is passionate about meaningful design and draws her greatest inspiration from the works of her favorite artists.

Mikyla is based in Scottsdale, Arizona but works with couples from all around the world. Mikyla was listed as one of BRIDE’s top 20 stationers in the industry. Her work has been featured on Vogue, Martha Stewart Weddings, Style Me Pretty, Magnolia Rouge, Wedding Sparrow, Green Wedding Shoes, published in The Knot, Adorn Magazine, and more.

🥂 NOMINATIONS ARE NOW OPEN! 🏆

Follow the steps on our entry page to submit your chosen images – we are so excited to see all of your beautiful entries!

Should you have any questions or comments regarding the Style Me Pretty Best Of Awards, please feel free to reach out to us at awards@stylemepretty.com!

XOXO,

The Style Me Pretty Team

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Atlanta Braves World Series Winner Hits His Wedding Out Of The Park

Atlanta Braves baseball pitcher, Will Smith, pitched the final ball of the evening for the World Series win. For his wedding day, Will and his bride Taylor also hit it out of the park. Filled with fall tones and fabulous floral installations designed by Kelly Lenard, the entire day was nothing short of spectacular. Browne & Towers helped plan a day filled with meaningful moments like incorporating the couples’ love of baseball into the design. The talented Shauna Veasey Photography was there to capture all of the love in her artful imagery, see it all in the full gallery.

From Browne & Towers… The groom, Will Smith, is a pitcher for the Atlanta Braves and you’ll notice unique baseball details throughout the wedding day as a nod to the couple’s love for the sport. Instead of a traditional guest book, friends left their autographs on baseballs which were planned to be repurposed into a creative art piece for the couple.

Taylor, the bride, wanted to fully embrace the Fall season. We achieved that by offering guests warm apple cider upon arrival at the venue along with cozy fire pits during cocktail hour. The florist, Kelly Lenard, played with unique Fall tones throughout the spectacular floral installations.

The bride and groom’s favorite meal of the day is breakfast, so we made sure to include some breakfast-inspired hors d’oeuvres such as mini chicken and waffle bites. It was a magical day filled with lots of meaningful details!

The Best Last-Minute Gift Ideas for All the Brides In Your Life

Okay, so we’ll always be on team “Hey, let your friends enjoy their engagement for a minute,” but we’re also well aware that a lot of brides do get bitten by the planning bug pretty early on in the process… So, who are we to say not to indulge those whims?! If you’re racking your brain trying to come up with a gift that checks the boxes for being thoughtful, beautiful, on-point, and right on time (in more ways than one), stress no more, because we’ve got you covered. Our Ultimate Wedding Planning Guides are perfect, especially if any of your bestie brides have been long-time fans of Style Me Pretty, our aesthetic, and our voice.

Photo by Simon Ly Photography

The abridged version of the goals of our curated planning guides

We (i.e. Abby and all the editors at SMP + our amazing network of vendors, wedding talent, and celebration tastemakers #SMPLittleBlackBook) wanted to design the most go-to resources for readers who are new to the ‘I do’ world and thirsty for all the knowledge and inspiration it takes to plan a trip down the aisle. Consider our Ultimate Wedding Guides the perfect planning companions — here to provide your faves with support and guidance as they navigate the unique and complicated, yet incredibly-beautiful season of planning their weddings.

Photo by Ash Baumgartner

And here’s why they shine as last-minute gifts for your favorite girl

🥂 No shopping or shipping required. As soon as you scope out the guide or guides that you know she’ll love, click “Add to Cart” or “Buy It Now” and pay, and you’ll have the downloadable PDF ready for her within minutes. This is major for you, because holiday shopping at the eleventh hour is never fun, nor are the postponed shipping notifications… Who else has “We’re sorry, but your package will be delayed…” texts coming in on the daily? Ugh!

🥂 Digital means that the details, tips, design advice, and real wedding inspo are easily accessible. While you can absolutely purchase and have the guides printed as a physical gift for your bestie bride-to-be, you don’t have to. In fact, going back to that earlier point about not putting any pressure on the happy couple in the beginning (and letting them celebrate and embrace fiancé-hood first, before the planning starts), going in hot with all the planning books and magazines, vendor reccos, and how-tos can be overwhelming. But sending your girl a digital planning guide that she can discreetly read on her phone, tablet, or laptop (while she’s at work or WFH), gives her something to jump into and square away any preliminary planning curiosities — traditional wedding or microwedding, for starters?

🥂 Great follow ups to all of her recent double taps on the Gram. If one of your VIPs in life just said ‘YES’ to vows to come, then you’ve probably witnessed her starting to follow all of the VIPs in the wedding world. Depending on what she’s been loving on social, lately, you can gift her with a guide that either inspires or provides answers to some of her biggest questions. Going with our venue guide can say “Hey! I know you’ve been going back and forth about whether to do a modern ballroom or a boho barn wedding, BOTH are great, but feel free to take a peek at all your options!! Alternatively, if you know she’s going dress shopping soon (like in the next week or two or over the Christmas/NYE holiday), you can gift her with a style guide that provides a total wedding fashion FYI.

Shop our Ultimate Wedding Guide Shop right now for the pretty and practical gifts (individually or bundled!) your soon-to-be bride will absolutely adore. Each and all of our guides would also pair nicely with a note that says “Your planner is on the way, too!” Not necessary, of course, but certainly an extra special something-something, especially if you’ve accepted the role of Maid or Matron of Honor…

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