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This Escort Display Is About to Go Viral (And You Can Recreate It so Easily!)

Does that mid-winter feeling have you craving long summer days? Don’t worry, we got you. Consider this wedding your daily dose of vitamin D, summer love and happiness. The bright, colorful blooms by Organic Flora made for a major statement against the sparkling blue Lake Tahoe water. Jenn Robirds Events dreamed up the most adorable, Pinterest-worthy escort display we’ve EVER seen (and we’ll probably be obsessing over it for the next few weeks to be honest.) Don’t miss out on all the dreamy details at the full gallery captured by Janine Licare Photography!

From Janine Licare Photography Clare and Nick’s wedding took place on a beautiful Summer day in Lake Tahoe, California. Their wedding was filled with lots of bright florals, pretty details, and joyful colors, including peach tones, soft blues, pinks, oranges, and yellows that could be seen all throughout the day. When you think of “happy” colors, all of these probably come to mind. When it came to choosing a venue, they booked the West Shore Cafe, sight unseen! From Clare: “We didn’t kick into planning for 3-4 months after our engagement. We had taken a while to determine that Lake Tahoe would be the location. It was a difficult decision because we knew that most people would have to travel to the wedding and we knew it was a long flight. To us, it is the backdrop of our favorite memories with friends and family. It is where we’ve been able to get away from the stress of school and work to ski, hit the craps tables, float the river, and enjoy the views to reset. We were thrilled to share it with all of our guests and create more memories over the wedding weekend.

We started researching and a good friend with great taste said West Shore Cafe has some of the best food in North Lake Tahoe and you couldn’t beat the location or venue. When we called to see what dates were still available for Summer 2019, we were shocked that there were only 3 Saturdays left. One of those dates happened to be the day after my birthday. After Nick did research on the weather patterns for the various dates and checking our family’s calendars, we trusted our instincts and booked it sight unseen for July 13th, 2019. Exactly 1 year to the wedding, we did our first venue tour. When we walked through the main dining out onto the long dock over the clear blue lake with the surrounding mountains, we knew we had made the right decision. All of our worries melted away and we knew that even if all the details fell apart in the planning process – the view alone would make our wedding very memorable. As we continued through with the tasting, walking through the various parts of the venue – it felt just right. We knew if we were this delighted seeing it for the first time, all our guests would be too.

On the wedding day, Clare wore a simple A-line Dress by Carolina Herrera with bold floral lace overlay a unique fabric that had golden thread in the pattern of honeycomb. Her bouquet included white icelandic poppies, peach and pink ranunculuses, yellow zinnia, soft pink foxglove, soft blue tweedia, white astilbe, lisianthus, white peonies, Koko loko roses, garden roses and the only “greenery” element was bleached ruscus. It was perfect for Clare – a traditional lush floral only bouquet with a modern shape. It accented her lace gown beautifully. The bouquet also had two hand-dyed silk ribbons, a soft blue one and a sand-colored one. The two perfectly complemented the color palette of the day and were a stunning alternative to having a single ribbon. They contrasted each other beautifully. Many of these same flowers were used in the ceremony arch.

The bridesmaids wore Jenny Yoo dresses in various styles and shades of blue. For reception florals, they opted for low arrangements in alternated sizes and vessels down the linear farmtable tablescapes to create movement. They added gauze-like runners and soft blue china with stunning details along the rim. Letterpress menus pulled it all together with the epic venue rendering adorned on the bottom. Jenn Robirds sourced tumbled glass from Canada for the place cards for an understated detail that played to the bride’s love of sea glass. The terracotta candleholders were custom made specifically for this wedding to perfectly flow with the tablescape. Clare and her bridesmaids assembled wedding welcome boxes for guests. Each box included Toblerone (Switzerland engagement reference – where Nick proposed), Pellegrino (Nick’s favorite), Hangover Kit (Blowfish, Advil), Tahoe essentials (sunscreen/lip balm) Snacks (Cookie/Popcorn/Apples).

From Jenn Robirds…The invitation suite was a completely custom design by Little Bird Paper company. We wanted to showcase the venue in a fun way so we added a gorgeous line drawing to the invitation and had it letterpressed in a custom mixed blue ink. We added in some modern touches like a vellum map of the lake. To tie the suite together we used a paper with bark embossed details and closed it with a custom wax seal. The playfulness of the paper and the palettes of blues set the perfect tone for the wedding weekend.

From Clare and Nick, the bride and groom… We first met at Santa Clara University in September, 2007, when we were placed in the same freshman dorm. Clare “claims” on the first night of college Nick blew her off at a party… But that has never been confirmed. After playing the friend game for a year and a half, we finally got out of the “friend zone” and went on our first date to San Francisco on Valentines’ Day ’09 and shared a slice of Golden Boy Pizza in Washington Square Park. We never looked back and the rest is history. Fast forward 10 years later – February 2018 we ventured to Switzerland to visit our dear friend Jimmy Bennett who recently moved there and ski in the Swiss Alps. Of course, Clare’s parents couldn’t miss an opportunity to hit the slopes and joined us. Nick saw this as a perfect opportunity to pop the question. Throughout the trip, Nick was having trouble getting Jim alone to ask for permission but finally convinced the group to take a long T-bar. Midway through our last day of skiing, Nick flagged Clare down, mid-run by faking a boot issue. Under the Matterhorn, Nick got down on one ski pulled the ring off a carabiner and asked Clare to make it official. Shocked and relieved that Nick wasn’t actually hurt, Clare responded with “I guess so….” It also happened to be next to a small Chapel where Mothers with unmarried daughters go to pray.”

Photography: Janine Licare Photography | Event Planning: Jenn Robirds Events | Floral Design: Organic Flora | Wedding Dress: Carolina Herrera | Shoes: Badgley Mischka | Rings: Robert C. Wesley Jewelers | Bridesmaids' Dresses: Jenny Yoo | Catering: West Shore Cafe | Hair and Makeup: Love is in the Hair | Groom's Attire: Indochino | Hotel: West Shore Cafe | Belt: BHLDN | Earrings: Majorica | Film Lab: Richard Photo Lab | Hair piece: Luna and Stone | Linens: BBJ La Tavola | Matchbooks: For Your Party | Music: Mr. DJ Event Services | Paper: Little Bird Paper Company | Photo booth: The Candid Ham | Pocket Square: Knotty Tie | Rentals: Forever Vintage Rentals | Video: McDuff Productions

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A Lively Summer Wedding Nestled in California Wine Country

Say hello to wedding goals! Organic, flowing florals by Hawthorn Flower Studio and a lush flower arch that served as both the ceremony and sweetheart table backdrop are just the beginning of this stunning California wedding day. L’ Relyea Events worked with the bride and groom to create a warm and inviting celebration overflowing with fun details. Nathalie Cheng Photography flawlessly captured all the sweet moments and stylish design, come see it all in the full gallery!



From Nathalie Cheng PhotographyOn a beautiful, late summer evening, Jessica & Alex celebrated their marriage with their closest family and friends at St Francis Winery & Vineyards. Hawthorn Flower Studio created lush floral designs with hues of deep mauve, ivory, and lavender. 



Inspired by the lush, overgrown greenery and golden hills surrounding the venue, L ‘Relyea Events designed a welcoming setting with delicate draping and loose flowing florals that adorned wooden cabanas and long farm tables covered gracefully with silk runners.



The setting sun lingered into the evening which made for glowing portraits against the lush vineyards. The evening ended with a delicious dinner and dancing and an artfully made gold foil cake by Moustache Baked Goods.



Photography: Nathalie Cheng Photography | Event Planning: L'Relyea Events | Florist : Hawthorne Floral Studio | Wedding Cake: Moustache Baked Goods | Catering: Park Avenue Catering | Hair + Makeup: Lela Nguyen | Wedding Venue: St Francis Winery | Bridal Gown: Ines Di Santo | Invitation: Paper And Toys | Reception Music: Rockit City DJ's | Rentals + Lighting: Encore Events Rentals

The 9-Foot Floral Arch At This Michigan Wedding Will Make Your Day

You’re days about to get a whole lot brighter! Leave it to Camryn Brook Events to design a celebration that’s so jaw-droppingly beautiful we can’t help but smile. Just one look at this 9-foot floral ceremony arch in soft, summery hues is sure to sweep you off your feet. Angelica Marie Photography exquisitely captured the special moments, including the bride and her father in a horse-drawn carriage! Asymmetric floral arrangements by Evergreen Flower Company, echoing the feminine color palette of the day, gave an elevated elegance to the space that left guests speechless. You’re going to love every bit of this romantic wedding in the full gallery.



From Camryn Brook EventsHaley and John both grew up in the midwest spending most of their childhoods on a farm, so a wedding under the Michigan sky at Zingerman’s Corman Farms was the perfect setting to join their stories together.



On the wedding day, storm clouds came rolling in minutes before the ceremony started, so we had guests enjoy pre-ceremony cocktails inside while we waited for it to pass. We were so glad we made this last-minute decision! Haley wanted the ceremony outside since the grounds of the Farms are so beautiful and the floral designer created a custom 9-foot floral arch that was too special to be left behind.



As the evening concluded, guests made their way outside for a sparkler exit. As they left the party, “Somewhere Over the Rainbow” was playing. That was one of many favorite moments from their wedding day!



Photography: Angelica Marie Photography | Florals: Evergreen Flower Co. | Wedding Gown: Galia Lahav | Cake: Zingerman's Bakehouse | Stationery: Ciarra Claire Fine Art | Catering: Zingerman's Catering | Makeup: Emily Gray Makeup | Hair: Heather Mendelsohn-Buie | Hair: Danielle at 6 Salon | DJ: DJ Lufru | String Quartet: White Pines Entertainment | Wedding Venue: Zingerman's Cornman Farms | Planning: Camryn Brook Events | Rentals: Detroit Chiavari | Silk Ribbon: Frou Frou Chic

This Wedding Inspiration Will Have You Day Dreaming of a French Countryside Fête

This shoot is the epitome of French elegance and romance. A soft palette of french blue, blush, gold, and dove grey hues, two knockout gowns, and lush white blooms galore – every image perfectly captured by Kenzie Victory is tempting us with a one-way ticket to the french countryside. Rachael Ellen Events will have you swooning over her intimate, timeless designs as you scroll through all the pretty at the full gallery. Fashion forward destination brides – this was tailor made for you.

From Rachael Ellen Events… This design was created for “A Destination Workshop” hosted by Rachael Ellen Events and Kenzie Victory Photography. Our design leads you through the full scope of a destination wedding from getting ready to the ceremony to the dinner to the day after brunch.

For this design, I was inspired by the French countryside. While France is home to many beautiful and historic buildings, often the most highlighted weddings are those at castle like châteaux with opulent, over the top designs. My muse for this design was a bride who was less concerned about making an over the top statement and more concerned with creating something that felt intimate, romantic, and true to the region.

With this in mind, we chose soft french blue, blush, gold, and dove grey as our color palette. The table featured a soft blue linen balanced with romantic dove velvet napkins. The vintage crystal glassware and french blue china is part of Château de Mairy’s own collection and created a very intimate feel. Paired with lush white blooms and handmade paper goods from Michaela McBride Calligraphy, the tablescape was romantic, relatable, and perfectly French.

Our bride wore two beautiful gowns. The first dress was a simple tulle tea length gown – perfect for getting ready or wandering the halls of her chateau. We opted to design a floral installation in her bedroom to create an added sense of romance. Her wedding gown is the masterpiece of Alon Livne. The off the should pleated detail made this gown the perfect fashion statement for a bride getting married just miles outside of Paris. Our groom wore a classic black tux to perfectly balance her fashion-forward look. Her hair was styled in a sleek and romantic updo with minimal bridal makeup to create an undeniable “french girl” glam. The cake itself was inspired but the texture and architecture of the brides gown – perfectly created by Paris local Synie.

Our day after wedding brunch design was inspired by the close, intimate feel you share after a lovely night of celebrating. We wanted to table to feel light, lush, and romantic to celebrate the new couple. Monica of Lettering by GRG created a beautiful paper suite to pair with the Chateau floral china – the perfect French country feel. Our bride wore a gorgeous off the shoulder champagne dress – a paired down version of her wedding gown. Our groom wore a classic French cut suit and loafers.

Photography: Kenzie Victory | Event Design: Rachael Ellen Events | Floral Design: Rachael Ellen Events | Gown: Alon Livne | Cake: Synies | Wedding Shoes: Jimmy Choo | Engagement Ring: Olive Ave Jewelry | Jewelry: J Brooks Jewelers | Tux: The Black Tux | Venue: Chateau De Mairy | Château: Chateau De Mairy | Getting Ready Gown: Free People | HMUA: Trine Juel | Linens: BBJ La Tavola | Paper Goods: Michaela McBride Calligraphy | Wedding Brunch Invitations : Lettering by GRG | Wedding Brunch Shoes: Prada

10 Things to Know About Planning a Wedding at a Private Estate

There are few places dreamier than saying your “I do’s” at a private estate, they provide the perfect setting for an intimate, romantic wedding. But, just like everything, there are pros and cons to getting married at a private estate that are super important to know before diving into your venue search. Below are a the top 10 things to know about planning a wedding at a private estate, straight from the pros! While you’re reading, take in the gorgeous images from Rebecca Theresa Photography of a heavenly shoot planned by Detailed Touch Events at Klentner Ranch – it sure is a beauty!

There’s something about a private estate wedding that just feels so… private. We love an intimate wedding at a private estate, but an unconventional wedding venue comes with unconventional challenges. Here are 10 things to know about planning a wedding at a private estate!

1. You might be responsible for some of the basics!

Electricity and restroom facilities are two things that you usually don’t even need to ask about when going with a more traditional venue. But with a private estate, depending on the age and usage of the venue, you might not have all of the bases covered that you would hope. The DJ might need a long rugged extension cord, and you might need to bring in portable bathrooms. Ask about these things in advance so you’re not blindsided before your big day! – Steve Robertson, CEO, Eventective.com

2. Closing time.

Many private estates close early for a host of different reasons, including the neighborhood, the owners, and other reasons. When you are planning your wedding, make sure to find out when you and your guests need to be gone, it might be earlier than you think! – Steve Robertson, CEO, Eventective.com

3. Find out where you’re going to get ready early.

Some estates allow the bridal party to get ready on site, and some don’t. Make sure to do a walk-through of the getting ready room to ensure there’s enough space for you, your bridal party and a team of hair and makeup artists to fit comfortably. If the room is tight, it might make more sense to rent a hotel suite close by and enjoy the getting-ready process with ease and comfort. – Tanya Bures, Page Beauty

4. Endless photo opportunities.

Estates have so many gorgeous nooks for photo opportunities, it’s a great idea to keep your hair and makeup artist for touch-ups during the photo session, especially if you’re doing first look photos. Your photographer will see when a curl looks out of place or if your lip color starts to fade after several “first” kisses, and having your artists touch-up on the spot is worth every penny. Photos last forever! – Tanya Bures, Page Beauty

5. Hire a planner.

Private Estate weddings can provide beautiful backdrops for your big day that feel more at home and personalized. We recommend hiring a planner from the start that is well versed in these types of weddings. There are many logistics to consider such as: Is parking allowed or do you need to arrange transportation? Do you need a generator or extra power? How will trash be disposed of? Can the kitchen accommodate a catering staff or do you need to build one out? What time is the city’s noise ordinance? Do you need to bring in restrooms? In addition to having a planner that can take care of these questions, you need someone that is available for multiple days of install and offers unlimited hours on your wedding weekend! – Jaime Kostechko, Wild Heart Events 

6. Pick a venue before you choose a theme.

We find that the style of the private estate can really help dictate the vibe of the wedding. We recommend leaning in to the architecture and interior design of the location. For instance, we execute many mid-century modern designs in Palm Springs, Bohemian events at private estates in Joshua Tree or European styles at villa estates. We also find that many private estates offer a blank slate where we can conceptualize a fresh and modern take on the existing vibe of the property. We tend to utilize interior design inspired decor from many of our amazing rental partners and don’t just limit our designs to the inventory of one rental company. Lastly, whether the property is large or small, we try to create more intimate event spaces within the larger scope of the location. This is often accomplished with tenting or trussing, lighting installations, statement bars and stage and dance floor installs. We absolutely love personalizing private estates to fit our client’s aesthetic direction! – Jaime Kostechko, Wild Heart Events

7. Plan on doing a walkthrough with your photographer before the wedding.

Show your photographer the estate before the wedding day: Light is the most important factor for your photographer to capture amazing photos on your wedding day. Private estates can sometimes be tricky since we usually cannot google what the setting and light will look like, as we can with regular venues. Being prepared in knowing the features and layout of the estate is of utmost importance. Whether it be through photos or an in-person walkthrough, show your photographer the different rooms and locations throughout the property that you would like to use. This way, your photographer can provide their input as well as be prepared for all of the varying lighting situations they will encounter on the day. – Rebecca Theresa, Rebecca Theresa Photography

8. Know there will be added costs in the form of rentals.

You will most likely need to bring everything in that you typically wouldn’t have to if you were at a hotel or country club. Things you will have to outsource at an additional cost that a private estate would typically not supply include: tables, chairs, linens, lighting, ample power, restrooms, dance floor, sound system, catering kitchen… the list really can go on and on. Not only do private estates usually come with a high price tag to simply rent the property, you then have to include in your budget all of these extra rental costs, source additional vendors for these line items and coordinate logistics for delivery and pick-up times. – Hailey Lillard, Detailed Touch Events

9. Parking is a major concern at private estates.

Most private estates cannot accommodate on-site parking for wedding guests. In this case, you would have to hire an outside transportation company to shuttle your guests. This would involve informing your guests of a meeting spot, departure time, return time, etc. The logistics of this can be a little overwhelming to some. – Hailey Lillard, Detailed Touch Events

10. You’ll have more flexibility on the event day layout.

A great perk of getting married at a private is estate is having full creative freedom on the different aspects of the day. Unlike some venues that have a specific ceremony site, you are able to choose where exactly you want to have your ceremony within the estate and the direction it faces when saying your “I Do’s”. If having stunning ceremony photos is important to you, generally choosing a spot where the sun will be at 10 pm or 2 pm behind you will prove the dreamiest photos. So for example, if your ceremony is at 4 pm, go to the estate at that exact time and see the position of the sun so you can plan accordingly. – Rebecca Theresa, Rebecca Theresa Photography 

Photography: Rebecca Theresa Photography | Design: Detailed Touch Events | Floral Design: Coco Rose Design | Cake: Sweet & Saucy Shop | Stationery: Jen Simpson Design | Jewelry: Charme Silkiner | Bridesmaid Dresses: Jenny Yoo | Hair & Makeup: Page Beauty | Groom's Suit: Generation Tux | Venue: Klentner Ranch | Bridal Gown: Tara Lauren | Desserts: The Wild Posy | Groom's Ring: Jordan Jack | Linens: BBJ La Tavola | Perfume: Coulombe Perfume | Pressed Flower Cookies: Lori Stern | Production: Be Inspired PR | Rentals: Theoni Collection

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Proof That A Rainy Day Can Be The Best Thing To Happen To Your Wedding

Of all the wedding wisdom we’ve heard, “rain on your wedding day means good luck” might be our favorite! Just one look at this stormy California wedding, beautifully shot by Carlie Statsky, and you’ll know why. From a bridal party laughing under umbrellas to guests comfortably dining under a clear tent while watching the rain romantically fall, we think more brides should hope for a downpour on their special day! Head to the full gallery and prepare to be swept away.



From the bride… Carmel was always our special place throughout our relationship and even where we got engaged. There was no question when we selected Carmel Valley to host our special day that Gardener Ranch was the perfect location. A private venue to allow us to get away from the outside world and spend time with those close to us.



Our vision was for an outdoor wedding that gave you a sort of garden, whimsical feel. We wanted it to be romantic yet playful and full of love. What was supposed to be an outdoor ceremony, due to rain, turned in to the most beautiful garden-like setting indoors.



A clear tent was brought in for dinner which was incredible as you could see the rain coming down which made you feel like you were out in the rain yet still covered. Leading up to the wedding there was nothing but rain on the forecast which turned out to make for a day we would never forget and a wedding even more special than we could have imagined.



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Photography: Carlie Statsky | Floral Design: Seascape Flowers | Wedding Dress: Rue De Seine | Ceremony Venue: Gardner Ranch | Reception Venue: Gardner Ranch | Bridesmaids' Dresses: Bella Bridesmaid | Bridesmaids' Dresses: Jenny Yoo | Catering: Paradise Catering | Hair & Makeup : MUAH Makeup and Hair | Makeup & Hair: Tanya Crosland | Calligraphy : Calligraphy Katrina | Band: Soulville Band | Tux: The Black Tux | Ceremony Music: Razz | Ceremony music: Kelly Productions | Tent: Chic Event Rentals | Bridal shoes: Valentino | Cocktails: Bar Cart Cocktail Co | Desserts: Edith Meyer Wedding Cakes | French Market Baskets (welcome bag): Vero France | Invitations & paper: Lotus & Ash | Linens: BBJ La Tavola | Planning & Design: Coastside Couture | Rentals: Revival Vintage Rentals | Rentals: Standard Party Rentals | Wedding dress boutique: Lovely Bridal Shop | video: Grover Films

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23 Dinners to Make in Under 23 Minutes

You like how we threw that extra 3 minutes in? It’s just a security blanket because come dinner time, we just know some little thing (usually a little person) is going to throw us and we’ll need those 180 seconds to recover. But for all of you out there that are looking to up your dinner game but don’t have the time or patience to slave over the stove? This is for you. Click here for all of our recipes!

23 Recipes to Make in Under 23 Minutes
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Need a quicky dessert too? Prepare to have your life changed. And not just in that internet promising way…in the real, life changing way. These instant ice cream sandwiches are the bomb dot com. Yeah, I said it. Mom 2.o.

DIY Ice Cream Sandwiches

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This Travel Blogger’s Positano Wedding Is Prettier Than A Postcard

We bow down to travel bloggers’ supreme takes on traveling in style, so when Christine of Tour de Lust put together a destination wedding we knew it was going to be one for the books! Positano set the scene for this special day filled with awe-inspiring touches, like a sunset oceanview ceremony and a custom vintage fiat overflowing with flowers. Rossini Photography beautifully captured all the special moments, head over to the full gallery for endless destination wedding inspiration.



From the bride… Ryan and I fell in love with Italy when we first visited for our first international trip together. We kept finding our way back and fell in love with Amalfi Coast.



I envisioned having a classic and romantic setting with neutral and blush tones. Most of the vendors we selected were either from my research on Instagram or referrals from my wedding planner, Emma Events.



My advice for future brides on planning a destination wedding is to hire a wedding planner, trust them and don’t overthink everything that has to be perfect. Everything will absolutely come together, be happy and just have fun because you will remember these happy moments forever.

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Photographer: Rossini Photography | Wedding Planner: Emma Events | Florals: Armando Malafronte | Wedding Dress: Galia Lahav | Shoes: Bella Belle | Wedding Bands: The Clear Cut | Hair & Makeup: Beautini | Cake & Desserts: Antonio Ventieri | Earings rent: Verstolo | Getting ready/ceremny/reception: Lace Market Hotel Nottingham | Hairpiece & Dress Hanger : Etsy | Ring boxes: The Mrs Box | Video: Moon & Back | Video: Moon & Back | Wedding dress shop: Bridal Reflections

This Might Just Be Your Dream Vineyard Wedding Venue in Sunny California!

If you haven’t already heard of Hammersky Vineyards, you’re about to be SO glad you’re here. Picture a dreamy, insta-worthy farmhouse nestled in 50 acres of picturesque rolling vineyards. It’s truly one of our favorite wedding venues in the entire country! And we have a feeling after seeing today’s gorgeous wedding at Hammersky, you’re going to fall in love too. Amanda Marie & Co made the couple’s modern, clean and refined wedding day a reality – filled with baby’s breath bouquets from Idlewild Floral and olive branches adorning every corner. The full gallery is guaranteed to brighten your day, all captured by the so very talented Rachel Solomon Photography!

From the planner, Amanda Marie & Co…. This wedding will go down in the books as one of my absolute favorites. Working with the couple felt effortless from beginning to end. They knew precisely what their tastes were – modern, clean, & uncomplicated – which made designing their wedding such an enjoyable experience. 

I created a cohesive design that was clean, uncomplicated, and most importantly, centered around their treasured guests, who flew in from Australia and England to share the day. 

Our bride Molly, being originally from the Central Coast, met Tom, an accomplished Australian skier, while living abroad in England. They hit it off right from the start, and when you are with them, you can see why. They compliment one another, so well! 

The couple loved the un-fussy vineyard vibe of Molly’s home area (the central coast of California) and the refined vineyard setting of Hammersky Vineyards, In Paso Robles, CA. This was their ideal backdrop. The day was filled with meaningful elements. Their ceremony, nestled under an oak tree, was complimented with baskets of varying textures filled with olive branches and baby’s breath floral. 

The cocktail hour took place inside the barn, where modern lounge pieces and succulent oysters appetizers greeted their guests. The reception was on the expansive lawn under cafe lights; accented with dark wood farm tables. For a fresh take on the traditional, eucalyptus garlands were used for uncomplicated centerpieces, with white and grey paper elements and clean modern place settings.

These gracious hosts treated their guests to a true California style experience – Organic cocktails, a fresh oyster bar (from the ocean waters off the central California coast) and Hammersky Vineyards Cabernet marinated ribeye steak (all prepared by Trumpet Vine Catering) made for the perfect evening.

Photography: Rachel Solomon Photography | Floral Design: Idlewild Floral | Wedding Dress: Lela Rose | Invitations: Esther Clark | Reception Venue: HammerSky Vineyards | Bride's Shoes: Christian Dior | Bridesmaids' Dresses: Bec + Bridge | Catering: Trumpet Vine Catering | Hair & Makeup: Bluebird Salon | Entertainment: Lucky Devils Band | Officiant: Rick Comstock | Ceremony Benches: Taylor Rentals | Furniture & Tabletop Rentals: All About Events | Gown Boutique: The Dress Theory | Lounge Rentals: Scout Rental Co | Menswear: Suitsupply | Planning & Design: Amanda Marie & Co. | Seating Chart & Accent Pieces: Paper Birch Designs

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A Trio Of Garden-Inspired Ceremony Arches Wows At This Toronto Wedding

Get ready to be inspired, because this wedding at The Omni King Edward Hotel is class all the way! When these newlyweds began dreaming up their special day, they knew they wanted it to exude sophistication. The result was a lavish affair in a crisp green and white color palette, where the couple said their vows in front of a trio of garden-inspired arches that will leave you speechless! The timeless images were artfully shot by Corina V. Photography, head over to the full gallery to get lost in all the elegance!



From the bride… Both Justin and I had wanted a very traditional and elegant wedding, which was an important theme throughout the decision-making. From the crown molding that was restored from the 1920’s to the floor-to-ceiling windows, to the intricate gold chandeliers, there is no other venue quite like The Omni King Edward Hotel that embodies those characteristics so evidently in the city of Toronto.



For the ceremony, we had wanted our florals to be prominent, so we selected plexiglass stands and vases for the floral arrangements that surrounded our walk-way to be displayed upon. We had a crisp white runway that lead to our three floral ceremony arches where we exchanged vows.



For the reception, we had altered the vases from plexiglass to very traditional gold vases for our centerpieces. The décor that we had selected had a gold undertone in order to bring out the gold finishes at the Crystal Ballroom. As such, we had upgraded the cutlery to be gold and also had selected gold-rimmed glassware.



Our sweets table was traditional, elegant, and chic. We had wanted the sweets table to have a variety of delicious desserts that were dressed in white and gold with floral décor and eloquent bow-ties. Overall, our wedding day was more than what both Justin and I envisioned. The day was the happiest days of our lives and it will be a milestone that we will forever cherish.



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Photographer: Corina V. Photography | Videographer: Derek Chan Films | Planner: Devoted to You Inc. | Gown: Rosa Clara | Invitations: Paper & Poste | Wedding Stationery : Maison Maquette | Shoes: Jimmy Choo | Bridesmaids' Dresses: Wtoo | Make Up & Hair: Olivia Ha | DJ: Michael Coombs | Band: Lady Be Good | Groom's Attire: Tom Ford | Groomsmen's Attire: Made 2 Measure | Venue: King Edward Hotel | Cake and Sweet Table: Truffle Toronto | Favours: Succulent Chocolates | Floral Design & Decor: The Social Rose | Jewellery: Tiffany & Co. | Tabletop Rentals: Chairman Mills

The Most Epic Ways to Dress up Your Wedding Bar

There are a lot of things to love about a wedding reception: the bridal party’s epic entrance, the couple’s first dance, the delicious food, the hours spent getting down on the dance floor, and, of course, the obvious feeling of love in the air from start to finish. But, if you asked guests what part they wouldn’t miss for the world – it would be probably be the drinks. Pretty sure the saying goes: “Alcohol. Because no great story ever started with a salad…” 

From light essence/spa drinks passed out pre-ceremony (yes to mocktails! there’s a full night of alcoholic refreshments ahead!) to champagne wishes and signature sip dreams at cocktail hour, clink-worthy beverages in the ballroom to look-good-when-dancing drinks during the after-party, these spirits set the stage for a super fun night to come. And where they come from can be even more intoxicating!

We’ve made sure our shop is loaded with a mix of sassy and classy accoutrements to pretty up any wedding bar, so whether you’re thinking about a vintage drink vignette (complete with ALL the best vintage or whimsical heirloom rentals), something more rustic and rife with flowers, a classic champagne coupe-covered table, or a clean, modern bar decked with metallic accenting and acrylic signage, you’ll have all the finishing touches to design a bar that is 🔥

Read on for 5 of our favorite wedding bar fixes all available to shop on Style Me Pretty now!

Leave the “But First, Coffee” References for Monday Morning.

What better way to get guests in the mood than with a “but first, drinks” sign? This LED light-up look is just the thing to create a playful push to the bar, and with the pre-drilled holes and chains for hanging, it’s really a cinch to add some personality to your drink stations.

‘But First Drinks’ Light Up Sign

Champion the ‘Save the Water, Drink the Champagne’ Cause. 

At a wedding, what’s more thirst-quenching than champagne?! We can’t think of anything… That’s why we’re always game for signage that says ‘drink up’ in a cute way! Dress up a table bestrewn with bubbly and give your bottles a pretty place to rest – we like ours floating in a sea of floral ice cubes, but that’s just us! Cheers to love!

Let the Simple Touches Get Them Tipsy.

Sometimes it’s the smallest details that can make a wedding bar dressed to impress. If you simply want to accessorize your venue’s basic bar setups or create your own libation stations (using your own bar carts from home or other props that befit beverage styling), we love doing it with simple votives or tea lights, flowers, and/or greenery and actually live for the look of ribbon garlands that bring a touch of color and sparkle. This is especially gorgeous if you’ll be using a mantle for your display…  

Invite Your Peers to Cheers.

Of course, throughout the night there are ample opportunities for guests to toast in your honor, but there’s nothing wrong with a bit more encouragement! This calligraphed gold acrylic sign is adorable and a great add to dress up your bars or lounges. Actually, it’s a pretty phenomenal photo booth backdrop too… can you imagine all of the clinking glass Boomerangs you’ll have filling up your hashtag feed by the end of the night?


Heal Their Hangovers With a Little Hair of the Dog.

… Or some of that cucumber spa water we mentioned before. A classic linen table runner doesn’t just work for the wedding day, it can work really well for the morning after, too. Awaken your tired, partied-out guests with a mimosa, blood mary, or bellini bar at your farewell brunch. Your crew will appreciate it so much, because nothing says ‘till next time’ like some tassels and complimentary cocktails! 


Whether you’re serving up spiked or virgin elixirs, make sure to celebrate your vows with a bar(s) that wows! Shop the Style Me Pretty Collection online right now! 

Danielle Halibey is a writer, editor, and publicist living in New Jersey. She has been immersed in the world of weddings since planning her own whimsical, romantic affair in 2014. And isn’t that what they always say, “those who can’t do, teach?” Well, once her nuptials were over, she still had stuff in the ‘I Do’ industry to do. She writes regularly for top wedding blogs including Style Me Pretty and Wedding Chicks, and has garnered millions of press impressions for brands in the wedding space: fashion, beauty, wedding talent+tastemakers and more. 

This Cape Cod Wedding Is The Definition Of East Coast Elegance

An abundance of blush and cream blooms will make you stop in your tracks, but it’s the thoughtful details of the day that make this wedding truly shine. Travis and Jillian put meaning into every moment of their special day, like remembering the groom’s father by creating muted table numbers in the shape of nautical flags to honor his love of Cape Cod and affinity for flag collecting. The couple exchanged vows overlooking a sail-boat filled bay, and the celebration continued with a lavish garden-inspired reception space artfully designed by Always Yours Events. Click over to the full gallery for all the dreamy details.



From the bride… As soon as Travis and I got engaged, it was clear to both of us that there was no other place than Cape Cod for us to have our wedding. Wequassett really spoke to us, it is the perfect mix of upscale, elegance and romantic, yet still has that approachable Cape Cod style that we dreamed of for our big day. Cape Cod is sentimental to both of us since I grew up going to my grandparents’ home in Chatham, MA and Travis’ family has had a home in Yarmouth, MA for over 40 years.



We loved that we had a blank canvas to play with and could build out an ethereal setting together with our fabulous wedding planner turned friend, Keri of Always Yours Events. Keri designed a lush and magical oceanfront ceremony comprised of a white rose petal lined aisle structured with white-washed boxes overflowing with hydrangeas, our favorite flower, and a Cape Cod staple as well as two fairy-tale urns blooming upon pedestals framing us during the ceremony.



The floral team at Wild Dahlia led by Shawna Havenga worked with Keri to create a lavish garden-inspired flair with awe-inspiring floral statements that transformed the room into a lush and glamorous space with east coast charm. The day was magical and we felt so blessed to be surrounded by loved ones who came from near and far to celebrate with us.



Photography: Elizabeth LaDuca | Floral Design: The Wild Dahlia | Wedding Gown: Pronovias | Cake: Montilio's | Stationery: Fete Collection | Bridesmaids' Dresses: Jenny Yoo | Makeup: Glamour Cosmetics | Groomsmen's Attire: The Black Tux | Wedding Venue: Wequassett Resort and Golf Club | Band + String Trio: Silver Arrow Band | Bridal Shoes: Manolo Blahnik | Catering + Beverage: Wequassett Resort and Golf Club | Hairstyling: Jennifer Tawa | Linens: BBJ La Tavola | Planning + Design: Always Yours Events | Wedding Gown Shop: Alexandra's Boutique

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A Majestic Mountain Backdrop Makes This Malibu Wedding A Must-See

Prepare yourself for the most romantic ceremony setup we’ve ever seen! With a show-stopping round ceremony arch in full bloom, ghost chairs flanked by an aisle covered in rose petals, and a breathtaking view of the Santa Monica mountains we can’t help but swoon. Can you imagine walking down the aisle to your happily ever after with all that beauty as the backdrop?! For Kevin and Lily the serene ceremony was just the start of their real-life fairytale elegantly captured by The Great Romance Photo. Watch all the loveliness unfold in the full gallery.



From the bride… Our wedding at Cielo Farms was everything we could have hoped for and more! When we first started planning, we agreed that we both wanted something outdoors that still had an elegant feel. Our venue was perfect because it combined the beautiful backdrop of the Santa Monica mountains with the cozy location tucked in the Cielo Vineyards.




We decided on all white florals and neutral accents to have a classic wedding feel and add to our elegant garden party theme. We offered our guests glasses of champagne as they sat down for the ceremony and began with music from a string trio.



The reception started at the same time the sun started setting, creating an intimate and cozy environment with the pink skies and hanging lights above the tables. The whole evening flowed perfectly.



We finished off the night with lots of dancing and fun! The CCL Weddings & Events team truly made our dream wedding come to life from start to finish, and we can’t thank them enough.



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Photography : The Great Romance Photo | Event Planning: CCL Weddings & Events | Floral Design: Art With Nature | Cake : M Cakes Sweets | Stationery: Kelly Design Co. | Catering: Contemporary Catering and Event Production | Hair & Makeup: Sam Piercy/ Veil Of Grace | Bar: Liquid Catering | Ceremony Musicians: OC Strings | DJ/MC: DJ Aflex @ Hi def group | Linens: BBJ La Tavola | Photobooth: GC Photobooth | Rentals: Premiere Party Rents | Video: Etcetera Photo | Winery: Cielo Farms

A Malibu Ranch Wedding Complete With The Tallest Special Guest You Could Imagine!

We’ve seen it all when it comes to guest appearances at weddings from adorable kids and delightful dogs but what we haven’t seen is a giraffe! But, if you take a peek at today’s Malibu wedding at Saddlerock Ranch, you will get to see Stanley who lives on the 200,000 acres of land covered in vines and wine! The Vondy’s were there to photograph the special day, planned by Grace and Gold Events full of lush greenery and rustic details! Take a look below and be sure to check out the full gallery to see even more Stanley!

From The VondysAlthough they didn’t date then, Katie and Ryan actually went to high school together! They ran in the same baseball/softball friend circles but ultimately, went their separate ways. As fate would have it, ten years later, they ran into each other through a mutual friend and the rest is, as they say, history.

These two knew Saddlerock Ranch was “the one” (aka the venue for them) when on one of their Malibu wine tours. Upon hearing they host weddings, Ryan knew this is where he wanted to marry Katie. Awww. It’s actually the perfect spot for both of them because Ryan loves animals and Katie loves wine!

After last 2018’s devastating fires in Malibu, it was amazing to see that Saddlerock Ranch hasn’t lost any of its beauty and Stanley the giraffe is still as friendly as ever. Most of all, we are so happy that these two were able to have the most perfect wedding day and invited us to be a part of it all. We simply had a blast celebrating with these two and their amazing friends and family.

About The VondysWe are Justin and Shannon, a husband and wife wedding photography team from Los Angeles. We met 10 years ago at a wedding that Shannon was photographing and Justin was a groomsman.

Photography: the vondys. | videography: Yours Truly Media | florist: the black orchid | Wedding Dress: Hayley Paige | Bride's Shoes: Steve Madden | Bride's Shoes: Kate Spade | Bridesmaids' Dresses: Show Me Your Mumu | Catering: Kitchen for Exploring Foods | Makeup: Beauty By Chelsea Roach | hair: ani rivera | hair: laura morrissey | Calligraphy: whitney martinez from knotted within | DJ: Extreme DJ | Groom's Attire: The Black Tux | Groomsmen's Attire: The Black Tux | Wedding Venue: Saddlerock Ranch | Planning: grace and gold events | Rentals: A Rental Connection | saxophone and keyboard: tyler varnell

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Inspired By Love Poems, The New Bella Belle Collection Will Give You Serious Heart Eyes!

Making beautiful (and comfortable) wedding shoes is what Bella Belle shoe designers love to do, but this time around they added in even more love than usual! Their newest collection is inspired by love poems and we are (dare we say it?) in love! With beautiful beadwork and floating tulle bows, each shoe is named after a female poet and intricately designed. When it came time to photograph these beauties, Laura Gordon Photography was called upon along with Joy Proctor to do the styling, which led them all to none other than stunning Lake Como! Check out the jaw-dropping inspiration shoot, views and shoes below and we dare you to pick just one fave!

Inspiration on the shoot….Inspired by the writings of female poets, the “Poetry of Love” editorial explores the depth and complexities of love. Just like a great poem does, this pictorial will stir emotion and leave you pondering about love. Set in the poetic Lake Como, a summer retreat destination for writers throughout the ages, it is equally a visual pleasure and a poignant story about love. Behind this masterpiece, the editorial is some of the best creatives in the industry. A master at her/his craft, each person adds her/his unique interpretation of the theme Poetry of Love to create a nuanced story. The result is a magnificent synergy on the never-ending quest for beauty that none could have achieved on her own. From the artists on how she/he interpreted the Poetry of Love theme.

From Storied Shoes, Designers Bella BelleMaking beautiful and comfortable shoes is our passion. This time, we wrap them in the art of poetry. Inspired by beautiful love poems, each shoe is endearingly named after a famous female poet. The collection is a nuanced fusion of poetic elements and Bella Belle aesthetics. It is our interpretation of poetry in shoe form: the fluidity found in the embroidery, the airiness in a floating tulle bow, and the rhyme of exquisite beadwork.

From Painterly Light Photographer Laura GordonLake Como painted a magical scene and perfectly set the tone for the Poetry of Love editorial. My translation of this year’s theme was very much inspired by the rich textures seen throughout the area paired with the quiet presence of femininity and romance. I chose to focus on physical form and expression using light to paint the images evoking a tone and mood for the final collection. Captivating eye contact, soft gestures, and a bold backdrop create a look that feels vulnerable yet dynamic. The journey through these photographs is much like a love story… encompassing the range of emotions one might feel as if they were part of the story themselves.

From Creative Mastermind Joy ProctorTo visually translate the theme, I chose not to tell it in literal sense but proposed that we make our model a living depiction of the poet’s muse. I envision that she both wears and inspires poetry. I commissioned a poem written on her body as intricately as the bodice of a wedding gown. The second way in which I interpreted the “Poetry of Love” theme was to envision the model as the poet’s muse. I imagined her as a goddess; a woman of strength and elegance, sophistication and wisdom. To tell the story of the poet’s muse, I asked Shasta Bell Calligraphy to write a poem onto a silk ribbon in calligraphy. My hope was to visually show the effect of love. In this image, our muse is blinded by love; spellbound by the beauty of the poet’s words. She wraps herself in the sentiments the poet has written for her.

From Motion Picture Maestro – Zen FilmworksThe word “poetry” and “love” conveys the bearing of the soul through movement and softness. I was able to translate this to film through directing the model’s beautiful movements — dancing through the words and emotions of love and poetry. I was also able to push other elements such as vulnerability, sensuality, and journey through composition, negative space, light, and direction of camera movement and camera angles. What brought it all together as the final step was carefully chosen music to enhance these beautiful and interesting blends of emotions.

From Make-Up and Hair Magician Harold James ParisI wanted to express the Poetry of Love through movements and light textures. We have handcrafted with my team two unique hair accessories in my Parisian studio. To reflect freedom, it was important for me to see the hair in motion. Finally, I decided to play with the makeup to evoke softness, passion or strength thanks to the versatility of textures and colors.

From Logistics Connoisseur Centorose E Un Tulipano PlanningThe “Poetry of Love” editorial has been set exactly where one of the most famous poets and writers of the eighteenth century composed the poem “Mattino”. Villa Sola Cabiati and Villa Balbiano are two of the most refined examples of eighteenth-century architecture present on the lake. Graceful and commanding in stature, each villa features breathtaking painted ceilings, beautiful frescoes, and fine tapestry. Truly poetic in every sense of the word.

From Calligraphy Artist Shasta Bell CalligraphySo often poetry stays on the paper and never makes the jump from head to heart. It was so fun to put pen to skin and create living art – making a gown out of words – ‘weaving fabric’ from love and ink.

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Photography: Laura Gordon Photography | Cinematography: Zen Film Works | Planner: Daniela And Paola, Centorose E Un Tulipano | Styling: Joy Proctor Design | Wedding Dress: Rime Arodaky | Wedding Dress: Proc Peach | Wedding Dress: ANDREA SEDICI | Wedding Dress: Paolo Sebastian | Wedding Dress: Costarellos | Wedding Dress: Nicole+Felicia couture | Wedding Dress: Claire La Faye | Wedding Dress: Xtabay | Wedding Shoes: Bella Belle | Make Up and Hair: Harold James | Calligraphy: Shasta Bell Calligraphy | Calligraphy: Veronica Halim Calligraphy | Venue: Villa Balbiano | Venue: Villa Belle Etoile | Venue: Villa Balbiano | Accessories: Nicola Bathie | Accessories: Twigs & Honey | Accessories: Haute Bride | Accessories: Lauren Taylor Creates | Styling Mat: Locust Collection

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This 3 Day Celebration in Greece Was Every Bit as Magical as It Was Epic!

A horse-drawn carriage ceremony arrival, a reception at a castle under a canopy of string lights, 2 dessert stations, a cigar bar, and a party that lasted all night long – I mean, is that not the most epic wedding day you’ve ever heard!? Not to mention the bride’s fairytale wedding dress from Atelier Loukia that’s every girls dream. Maria Maroulidou planned every detail to perfection, allowing the couple and their guests to enjoy every magical moment. Don’t miss out on the full gallery of images captured by Sotiris Tsakanikas to see all the beauty this day has to offer.

From the wedding planner, Maria MaroulidouWhen Maria & Alex contacted us for their summer wedding we knew this couple of globetrotters was interested in offering their guests something exquisite. As Maria is a soul who loves everything close to nature and always seeks after new experiences that pay respect to the gifts of life, we focused our foremost attention to scoring the perfect venue for the big day. Seeking out those poplar-lined routes and stony tracks that criss-cross the Southern Greek region, we aimed for a place that would be part blissfully inured to chance, part avant-garde retreat.

Kinsterna is a Byzantine mansion cum state of the art retreat, where local history and sustainability matter big. With a straight view of the legendary castle-rock of Monemvasia, the freshness and majestic atmosphere inside the fortified 22-acre estate are the stuff of dreams. Think manicured flowering gardens and immaculate lawns, Peloponnesian citrus and orange groves, stands of ancient eucalyptus and towering cypresses, organic vegetable farms, aromatic herb beds, and lush private vineyards all giving the sloping land a truly irresistible scent. It used to be after all home to the residence of Mamluk chieftain and regent of Egypt, Ibrahim Bey. 

The couple’s guests would have the chance to find out about the grape harvests, olive oil making, and tsipouro (traditional Greek moonshine) distillation, bread baking, and soap production- but also relax in the fresh spring-water pools, sample wines from the cellar at the Estate’s Belvedere, and luxuriate with some of the best SPA treatments a haven could ever offer. “We wanted them to have a thoroughly sentimental journey at our wedding” our bride confesses. With bees humming industriously on the neat hedges and the best summer weather a wedding could ever wish for, the couple’s 3day celebration rolled seamlessly. The two welcomed their friends by the beach to ease into the big day moods, enjoy a swim, cocktails, a taverna dinner and plenty of dancing. 

On the day of the wedding and right after the bridal preps and portraits, a white horse-drawn carriage awaited to take Maria to church. The ceremony took place is a picturesque nearby chapel and right after it was all about beautiful portraits in the fields and all across the dotted mansion’s expanse. The reception was of course set in the estate’s most elegant terrace, among rows of pergolas strewn with light bulbs, pastel blooms, wrought-iron chairs and tabletops made of traditional handiwork lace. Our couple wished to spoil their guests a bit with a poolside signature cocktail hour, a cigar bar and two dessert stations, but one of the best parts was definitely the culinary one. All the local fruit, herbs, and vegetables which flourish in Kinsterna’s gardens and nearby Laconic fields (from sage, rosemary, thyme, wild asparagus and cherry tomatoes to pomegranates and quince) were ingeniously combined with local cheese and fresh, free-range meats and woodfire oven-baked bread, to enrich the couple’s many dishes and oranges added zest to their desserts. Needless to say that when a wedding happens in Greece, the party is bound to last till the early dawn. This inexhaustible duo and their squad of shinny dancers surely knew how to party.

Photography: Sotiris Tsakanikas | Cinematography: Vassilis Kallinteris Films | Event Planning: Maria Maroulidou | Floral Design: Studio 7 | Cake: Katerinas sweet Cakes | Wedding Venue: Kinsterna Hotel & Spa | Bridal dress: Atelier Loukia | Sound & Light: music essentials | make up artist: Theocharis Katerina

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This California-Cool Couple Nailed The DIY Details At Their Wedding

A bright and sunny color palette and panoramic ocean views welcomed guests to this California wedding day! With stationary that you won’t believe is a DIY by the bride and groom, a modern minimalist vibe, and the perfect blending of Vietnamese and American traditions, this is a special day you won’t be able to get out of your head. Natalie Bray, a true romantic at heart, artfully shot the love and romance of the celebration. You’re guaranteed to adore all the details in the full gallery.



From the bride… When we toured Scripps Seaside Forum for the first time, the hilltop seaside venue and beach backdrop reminded us of our summer nights in the French-Spanish city, San Sebastian. We really wanted to achieve the minimalist “less is more” feel to not take away from the uniqueness of the venue. Not a lot of venues can offer a panoramic view of the ocean from ceremony to sunset to reception.



Believe it or not, we did our Save the Dates, Invitations, Menu, and Wedding Signs all ourselves! All stationary and calligraphy done by yours truly, bride and groom. It was very helpful to have a groom with a master’s in Architecture and have friends with acrylic laser cutters. I can recall several fun nights after work, sitting in our living room, dreaming about what we wanted our stationery details to look like.



It was really important for us to blend Vietnamese and American traditions. All our family and friends know that we live to eat and we are the ultimate foodies. We worked really hard with our caterer, MIHO, to curate a cocktail hour menu that contained elevated flavors for our guests and made sure that carried into the six dinner courses. Fun fact: a typical Vietnamese wedding will serve about 9-10 courses!



Event Planning: R Nicole Events | Floral Design: la belle bloom | Wedding Dress: Madi lane | Ceremony Venue: Scripps Seaside Forum | Shoes : Badgley Mischka | Catering: MIHO | Make up : Taylor Haupt Make up | Hair : Blush and Adore | DJ : Aon Events | Officiant : honey Butter | Bar: Giuseppe Fine Catering | Film Lab: The Find Lab | Film Photographer: Natalie Bray Studios | Getting Ready Photos : Estancia La Jolla Hotel & Spa | Photography - Assistance: Traci True | bride : designed own stationary | cake and dessert : Simply sifted | groom attire : The Black Tux | master of ceremonies : Khanh pduong | table top rentals : Hostess Haven

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A Romantic Wedding Complete With 345 Guests AND A Hanging Cake Installation You Just HAVE To See!

It is no easy task to plan, and create almost every detail of a 345 person wedding (including all florals and stationery,) but Rebecca Rose Events not only nailed it but did it all with some of the most beautiful details! From elegant, French-inspired lounge furniture to crafting a hanging cake installation for the gorgeous Cakes by Chloe wedding cake, the intricate, beautiful details were at every turn! Henry Photography captured all of those details and all of the romance as the happy couple danced the night away with their guests! Take a look below and be sure to check out the full gallery here!

From Rebecca Rose EventsDo you remember the 21st night of September? We always will!

When asked what they hoped to most remember thinking back on their wedding 20 years from now, Conley and David said, “We want to remember the love, warmth, and happiness that was shared privately between us, but also these moments with our friends and family.” We’re confident that they’ll always remember those moments. It was an evening to remember, for sure!

The black-tie wedding celebration began with a beautiful traditional ceremony at the Centenary United Methodist Church, followed by a clear top tented reception at a nearby private farm.

Guests arrived at the reception to find a large outdoor patio with lounge furniture, which led into a tent for cocktail hour. There everyone was served tray-passed cocktails and hors d’oeuvres, around the gorgeous “Bubbly Bar”, where the champagne was flowing! To signal the end of cocktail hour, the band started to play, and the curtains pulled back to reveal a hidden passageway into a larger clear top reception tent for dinner and dancing. On their way into the tent, guests feasted their eyes on a hanging cake installation, designed by our team in collaboration with pastry chef, Chloe Lee of Cakes by Chloe.

The reception tent was adorned with loosely hung smilax greenery, crystal chandeliers, and modern french style furniture. The color palette was intentionally neutral, featuring ivory, white, and rose gold, so that Conley’s favorite pops of green could really sing. We lined many portions of the tent walls with boxwood, and the stage was surrounded by fresh flowers. As the sunset, Conley, David, and their 345 guests danced the night away, before leaving in the glow of a sparkling grand exit.

And yes, the band kicked off the party with a killer rendition of Earth, Wind, and Fire’s “September”.

Photography: Henry Photography | Videography: Life Stage Films | Floral Design: Rebecca Rose Events | Wedding Cake: Cakes By Chloe | Church: Centenary United Methodist Church | Bride's Shoes: Gucci | Bridesmaids Dresses: Alfred Sung | Catering: 1703 Restaurant & Catering | Hair & Makeup: Glass Door Salon and Spa | Calligraphy: jill velez calligraphy | Band: Men of Distinction | Day-of Transportation: Triad Trolleys | Getaway Transportation: Air Haven Limo | Linens: Nuage Designs | Planning, Design, Production: Rebecca Rose Events | Private Residence: Private Residence | Rentals: Professional Party Rentals | Sound & Lighting: Sound Illusions | Stationery & Welcome Gift Boxes: Rebecca Rose Events

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Old Meets New In This Charming California Wedding

We love when old-world and modern details come together in harmony, and this gorgeous California wedding does it just right! From the loose, organic floral arrangements to the round pampas grass arches, it’s the perfect mix of old and new. Weddings By Susan Dunne artfully created a day that’s filled with romantic details and thoughtful touches at every turn. Go ahead and gush over every bit of this outdoor wedding in the full gallery.



From Weddings By Susan DunneThe overall vibe was a blend of old-world with touches of modern and bohemian elements. The old-world feel came from the floral arrangements which were loose and organic, creating the feel of an English garden.



Modern twists were shown in the candles which had marble holders that were placed on white ceramic bowls. The bohemian inspiration was found through the thematically placement of pampas grass. Mixing these elements together created a soft romantic garden feel while staying polished.



The Lodge at Malibou Lake was an effortless choice in order to capture the essence of an Al Fresco family-style dinner. Shaded by Sycamore trees next to a private lake, The Lodge was the perfect place to dine and dance under the stars.



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Photographer : Dennis Roy Coronel | Floral Design: Mulberry & Moss | Wedding Dress : Kinsley James Couture Bridal | Wedding Dress : Pallas Couture | Catering : Chef Cordelia | Hair and Make up : Kelly Zhang | Band : Lucky Devils Band | String Quartet : Lucky Devils Band | Venue: The Lodge at Malibou Lake | Wedding Venue: The Lodge at Malibou Lake | Baker : Sweet E's Bake Shop | China : borrowed BLU | Linens : BBJ La Tavola | Macarons : Meebah Desserts | Wedding Planner and Designer : Weddings by Susan Dunne

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A Lavish Lake Como Wedding That Embraces Color!

Don’t get us wrong – we’ll always have a soft spot for classic blush and green weddings, but there’s truly nothing we love more than when a bride isn’t afraid to be brave with color! With the help of their planner, Rachel Birthistle, and their floral designer, Tulipina, this gorgeous couple embraced the lively hues found in Villa Pizzo’s enchanting gardens, allowing them to inspire a truly one of a kind color palette. Bright pops of pink and sandy yellows danced from their lakeside ceremony to the tented reception, all captured flawlessly by Sotiris Tsakanikas! Don’t miss the full gallery for more Lake Como wedding magic.

From the wedding planner… The bride and groom already had spent many holidays in Como and so had a special connection with the place, there was no real sales effort needed, it was already a done deal, we just had to identify the right venue. That was a love at first sight scenario when they strolled the grounds of Villa Pizzo. This particular villa is in a stunning position on the edge of Cernobbio, next door to the iconic Villa D’este hotel.

The garden of Villa Pizzo is one of the longest gardens lakeside and has paths that meander for some 10kms, containing both and Italian garden and English garden, this aesthetic diversity makes it the perfect venue as it creates natural reveals for the guests. The bride and groom were ideal clients in so many ways, they had a clear vision as to how they wanted their wedding to flow and feel.

The bride loved colour and was very open to our design ideas and guidance. The colour palette Kiana (Tulipina) and I suggested was initially influenced by both the villa and the bride, the villa itself is a mix of wonderful chalky tones of peach, earthy pink and sandy yellows, the garden is full of the most beautiful roses in similar tones, we took these base colours to a slightly fuller level and the bride wanted to have a warm yellow accent as she had a sentimental connection with the colour.

Without wanting to be too directional the bride was clear that she didn’t want too much greenery as she liked the structure and shape that was feasible with compositions that were predominantly made up of flowers, this was Kianas idea of heaven, she created the most beautiful compositions. For the ceremony area the combination of the palette and the definition of the spaces created by the compositions enhanced rather than distracted from the spectacular view.

The cocktail area was held in the Italian garden, we furnished it with a mix of elegant rattan lounges with warm pastel velvet fabrics, flowers were minimal as the space is already intriguing. The main focus in this area was the seating plan which were beautifully designed name tags by Letterink, that hung from a large tree. The weather had been a little unpredictable and the original plan was to be totally al fresco we needed the insurance cover of the tent structure in the courtyard. The dinner tables we kept simple and elegant, crisp chalk white linens with a strong dark peach accents both in the compositions and on the Oscar De la Renta plates, with warm golds and brass elements from the cutlery and the vases and not forgetting the sentimental yellow.

Photography: Sotiris Tsakanikas | Cinematography: Marco Abbatangelo | Event Planning: The Lake Como Wedding Planner | Floral Design: Tulipina - Kiana Underwood | florist : Tea Rose Milano | Reception Venue: Villa Pizzo | Catering: AFM | make up & hair : Cherie Spisso | Escort Cards: LetterInk | Plates: Oscar De La Renta | getting ready venue: Villa D'Este | music & lights: Blunotte Events

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