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Intimate Spring Wedding Inspiration At The Barn at Reynolda Village

Spring is in the air for this styled shoot the celebrates everything we love about the season. From a custom floral invitation suite by Inquisited to a floating escort card display ensconced by a garland of blooms, every last detail carefully curated by Eliana Nunes Events is sure to take your breath away. The pops of pink flowers, woven throughout the day, are the perfect contrast to the crisp white interior of The Barn At Reynolda Village. You’ll watch springtime magically come to life in the imagery by Megan Travis Photography. Head to the full gallery for a closer look.

From Eliana Nunes Events… I wanted to create springtime inspiration for an intimate wedding that included feminine, romantic, and timeless luxury details. I love to mix elements from different styles to create a unique, yet elegant and timeless look.

The Barn at Reynolda Village is a historic venue that has been restored into a gorgeous event space, so I felt that a mix of traditional and modern elements was a perfect fit. From whitewash wooden chargers and handmade paper goods, to a floating escort card display, to soft velvet napkins, every element was intentionally curated to delight all the senses.

This feature is the perfect fit for a couple seeking natural, luxurious inspiration with a hint of feminine details. It celebrates the beauty of springtime.

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DIY Flamingo Croquet

Croquet is a game that everyone loves, young and old and we’re just bringing a sense of whimsy to the game but dressing up plain mallets with a pink flamingo…the kind of plastic flamingo lawn ornaments that you find gracing front yards this time of year! We think it’s a chic way to bring a smile to your guests faces. While you do need a drill to make the hole on the flamingo, it’s a one shot deal and totally easy even for the novice.

Materials
Drill
Spade drill bit (same size as the diameter of the croquet mallet handle)
Washi tape in various prints and colors
Spraypaint in coordinating colors to the tape
Croquet set
Plastic flamingos
Super glue

Wrap the colored stripes on your mallets with printed washi tape or paint. Each mallet should be a different color, one for each player.

Spraypaint your croquet balls so each ball coordinates with each mallet.

Drill a hole on each side of the center of the flamingo.

step-4 Slide the flamingo onto the mallet handle and put a touch of super glue around the hole to lock it in place.

step-5 Create a course in the yard with the white hoops by following the instructions that came with your croquet set.

step-6 Give each player a matching mallet and ball before the game begins!

Photography And Design: SMP Living

What’s Blue and White and Gorgeous All Over…

Fun fact. #blueandwhite is one of the most clicked interior design hashtags you can find. And it’s easy to see why. It’s a palette that evokes tradition, culture and style in one seamless breath that when applied thoughtfully, will forever stand the test of time. And this home, takes #blueandwhite to all new levels of lovely. Designed exquisitely by Amy Peltier, with photography by Marisa Vitale, it’s a space that you will never want to leave.

Refreshing colorful update for this family of three and their adorable dog. The house was dated and had a closed floor plan, so we removed walls and opened up the entire kitchen and family room area.

We used a blue-and-white color scheme to give the traditional-style kitchen a fresh, clean look. The master bathroom was remodeled and updated with a brighter color palette. The husband was more traditional in his style and the wife liked a more youthful approach to design.

We melded the two styles by staying traditional and classic but added fresh pops of color. They also loved accents of pattern which we used on the pillows and in artwork. Function and durability were top priority for this busy family so we thoughtfully incorporated this when picking out materials that would withstand day-to-day life with a dog.

Photography: Marisa Vitale

Apulian Charm and Italian Ease, This Idyllic Inspiration at Masseria Montenapoleone Is a Must-See!

Personally, I’ve always dreamt of getting married among the olive trees and whitewashed walls of Puglia. If you’ve never visited this insanely gorgeous region of Italy, please do yourself a favor and put it on your post-COVID destinations list! Need some more convincing? Allow today’s shoot from Joy Proctor Design to do the talking. That bright blue gown, epic bloom installations from Flower Addicted and towering floral cake! There’s just so much to fall in love with at the full gallery, all captured by Andreas K. Georgiou!

Welcome to the Masseria Montenapoleone, an idyllic Mediterranean haven in the middle of Italy’s vineyards – and the perfect place for this stylish and whimsical bridal inspiration designed by wedding designer and stylist Joy Proctor. Joy Proctor’s impeccable aesthetic paid homage to Puglia’s rich natural beauty and natural history, as well as the unpretentious charm of the area. The Apulian peninsula, surrounded by the Ionian and Adriatic seas is where ancient olive groves amble over hills stretching into crystal-clear waters. Lovingly-restored, bohemian, family-run Masserias, such as the Masseria Montenapoleone, set the stage for luxurious weddings with a hearty dose of fresh Italian food and homemade wine to wash down the feast! The Masseria Montenapoelone was indeed the perfect embodiment of this area, ensconced in the heart of century-old olive plains, with acres natural vegetation and endless vineyards of the ancient Susumaniello grape.

We photographed our captivating bride in the centennial olive orchard overlooking the sea. Our bride embodied elements of the colors and textures of the editorial. Puglia was born out of the azure waters millions of years ago, as is still visible by the abundance of fossil shells still found in the fields. Our bride’s gorgeous billowing gown by Elizabeth Dye moved in the wind like the water on the sea, a symbolism of Puglia’s aquatic history. Her earrings too, by Twigs and Honey, echoed the wildflowers that adorn the Masseria, while the bride’s bouquet was made of roses and local foliage native to Puglia, including laurel leaves. The table also brought the beauty of the Masseria to life. The entire tablescape feels alive and is a homage to the Olive orchard meadow and a celebration of the colour and beauty of wildflowers with hues of creme, light blue, blush, yellow, lavender and peach, peppered with local flora such as lavender and rosemary greens. Everything is set atop a gorgeous white linen which adds to the entire organic feel.

All these elements conjured up a heavenly light and organic dinner table. The whimsical invitations by Shhh my Darling are the perfect combination of elegance, playfulness, and Italian ease. The blue emphasises the aquatic importance in Puglia, while agricultural and floral elements emphasise the connection of the region with its rich land. The cake as well was a beautiful representation of the natural environment and the wild flowers that adorn the earth. Among other fantastic vendors, floral designer Flower Addict Angelica, was inspired by the blossoming beauty of Apulia to bring to life a gorgeous S-shaped botanical corridor in front of the ceremony area. The corridor is lined with wildflowers and local greens, thus effortlessly picking up on the natural colors of the surroundings. The corridor leads to a seating area comprised of linen-covered benches under a canopy of pine treas. The whispering melody that rolls off the pine needles in a gentle wind, combined with the scent of pine, wild rosemary and oleanders, all creating a multi-sensory experience that is so quintessentially Apulian!

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The One Wedding Category That Couples Can Forget About, but Really Shouldn’t

Last month, we dove into the real details of budget planning for a wedding, because as much as celebrations come without rules these days (and really, they don’t, you have creative license to make your day whatever you want it to be!), it is useful to have a guide for your expenses when you’re the bride – when you’re the groom, for that matter, too!! Whether you have $5K or $50K, $10K or $100K tucked away for tying the knot, you can spend the money however you wish, just don’t forget to keep these categories and percentages of the total cost in mind:

(Again, this is just our Style Me Pretty take on a balanced budget, you and your planner may work out something nuanced and different, based on your own event priorities – and that’s great! Just remember that your allocations should have a rhyme and a reason to them, you won’t want to overspend too much on a certain consideration and have it take away from the funds left for other things)

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Venue / Food & Catering – 40% of your total budget
Photography – 12-15% of your total budget
Entertainment – 10% of your total budget
Florals, Decor & Details – 15% of your total budget
Fashion (for you both), Hair & Makeup – 7-10% of your total budget
Stationery – 3% of your total budget
Favors & Gifts – 2% of your total budget
Transportation – 2% of your total budget
Rainy Day Funds + Creative Help – 3-9% of your total budget

Looking at the above, though, we want to caveat florals, decor and details, because that 15% of the budget is hardly marginal. These elements essentially make up the non-venue-related aesthetic of your day, they drive your vibe, and they influence another one of your major wedding investments: photography. If you’ll be bringing on a photographer who is known for their attention to detail, their ability to capture meaningful moments in time and make you feel like you’re right back there, their uncanny talent for making the little things stand out and get noticed, then you’ll absolutely want to ensure that you’re budgeting for ALL of these things, not just the flowers. All that being said, we adore flowers, we couldn’t imagine wedding days without them and the genius artists behind them, we just want to acknowledge their creative counterparts and how so easily they can be glossed over. They definitely shouldn’t be, though, because details and decor bring sparkle to your day – they’re unsung heroes.

So what kinds of decor are there?

From wooden welcome signs and creative cake toppers to beautiful items that transform your tablescapes and props to make your photos pop, this assortment of oh-so-lovely ‘I Do’ details will truly deck out your day. And even if they aren’t focal points for your guests (which won’t be a thing, we assure you), they’ll still make a big difference for you!

Wedding Signs

Just the thing to make your nuptials stand out in a crowd. Welcome your guests with whimsy, keep them cheersing through cocktail hour, and encourage their heartfelt inscriptions in your guest book – because the event might just last a weekend, but the impact of these inviting touches will last forever.

Banners & Garland

These special strands bring an extra dose of delight to your big day, because the milestones are major (seeing Mr. & Mrs. strung up for the first time is magic) but so are the subtle reminders to ‘Cheers to Love!’

Cake Toppers

Even if it’s dressed in buttercream, your cake shouldn’t go naked, right?! These tasty toppers do the trick!

Table Decor

Successful tablescaping is not for the faint of heart! Whether you’re embracing the beauty of long banquet tables or styling your own sweetheart setup, these curated tabletop choices will bring your skills up a whole notch for your nuptials.

Backdrops

Insta-worthy and then some with these adorable drop cloths. If you want to give your guests a wedding photo glow up or would rather plus-up your own photos with a stunning altar-installation, this is the way to do it!

Hanging Decor

Iron chandeliers dangling effortlessly from above are globally-respected bits of gorgeous. Collaborate with your florist and add some jaw-dropping blooms for a look that keeps drawing everyone’s eyes up to the sky.

Shop the full Style Me Pretty decor shop now. There are kinds that hang, kinds that top, kinds that drape, and kinds that [back]drop, but everything was made to style out your most special of occasions (and make the most of your budget)!

A Sweet Summer Wedding Filled With Cornflower Blue Details

Are to trying to figure out your something blue? Just take one look at this summer wedding and you’ll feel inspired. Filled with cornflower blue accents, this special day proves that love is really in the details. Grandeur House offered up the perfect mix of luxury and romance for a special day that we can’t get enough of. Every well thought out moment was lovingly documented by Erin Wilson Photography And Films. Visit the full gallery for a closer look at all the special touches.

From Erin Wilson Photography And Films… Peyton and Zach have been together for many, many years. They planned their beautiful, intimate wedding with all the details they’ve always dreamed of.

The focus was on their vows and words to each other, and on creating a space for their closest friends and family to enjoy the day with them. They wanted to fill the space with flowers and beautiful tables with romantic soft organic flowers and candles for cozy details.

Peyton chose a fun blue marbled cake and blue accents all throughout their wedding.
The two are now proud parents of their first baby and are the happiest family.

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Florals: Magnolia Belle Floral | Cake: PattiCakes Bakery | DJ: DJ Jelly Bean | Photography and Videography: Erin Wilson Photography | Reception and Ceremony: The Grandeur House

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“What Can You Grow to Be” First Birthday

When a stationery designer is tasked with throwing her own little girl’s first birthday party, you just know that the details will be on point. But when said stationery designer is Kristy Rice, a long time friend of Style Me Pretty and one of the most talented artists we know, well, on point doesn’t even scratch the surface. With a #girlpower theme and the most darling child you’ve ever seen, we’ll just let the photos do the talking. And make sure to check out the complete party detail list at the bottom! Photography by Danielle Coons.

From Kristy…My daughter was born into trauma and spent 2 weeks in the NICU. She was a fighter from day one and so I wanted to honor her brazen little spirit with a celebration that she could look back on and feel empowered by.

Our theme was “what can you grow to be”, a question any of us could ask of ourselves, especially during these perilous times where we’re learning so much about what it means to be better humans.

We honored a myriad of powerful women – from queens of science, to those of political and artistic history – by creating cutouts with their most inspiring quotes or accomplishments. Due to COVID, we had a lot of empty seats to fill so our two dimensional guests felt right at home. Our “real” guests dined side by side with life-size illustrations of Kamala Harris, Frida Kahlo, Marie Curie, Stacey Abrams and too many more to mention.

Aside from celebrating my strong little girl, this was also a tale of how to continue to celebrate in dark times, albeit safely. I relied on countless advice from industry friends to ensure everyone would leave happy, healthy and full of a bit of the spark so many of us are lacking right now.

DETAIL BREAKDOWN
Here’s a look at some of the darling details that Kristi and team included.

Robust gifting style invitation sent to each of our 12 guests including a hand sewn tea towel, invite scroll and detailed covid safety plan card.
Fashion illustration style portraits of famous historical women were printed life size and seated at tables that would have otherwise been empty. Each portrait featured a “hello my name is sticker” and a quotation conversation bubble.
Diorama inspired by-household seating chart.
Phoenix silhouette menu cards to honor our daughters middle name which was chosen by her first Mama Reghan.
Custom dress for the birthday girl featuring her name alongside those she’ll one day be inspired by.
A Frida inspired smash cake
Vintage glitter strawberry Christmas ornaments as place card favors.

OUR SAFETY MEASURES
A guide on celebrating safely in times of Covid.

We partnered with a venue suited for 150 but severely limited our guest list. So with space and high ceilings for better air circulation, we felt better about being indoors.

Guests were asked to take a fresh mask at the door and sanitize hands before entering.

Our tiny guest list arrived in two shifts so no more than 12 people were in the building collectively at any given time.

Individual desserts served per household with a cake only for the birthday girl.

Guests were asked to wear masks at all times including at their tables.

Meals were served family style per table to limit contact.

Guests were encouraged to dress warmly as select venue windows were opened for ideal ventilation.

DIY Frisbee Golf

Sometimes, all it takes is a little party branding to turn a basic game into something fabulous. We used bright laundry baskets to set the tone for our frisbee golf then spray painted frisbees our frisbees to match our color scheme and voila…entertainment and decor all wrapped in one!

Materials

3 frisbees
Gold spraypaint
Laundry baskets
Wood dowels
Paper
Scissors
Large number stickers
Mini pencils
Printable scorecard templates
Cardstock
Fabric flags
Hot glue gun & glue sticks
White duct tape

Stick number stickers onto the fabric flags, one for each hole on your golf course.

Glue the fabric flags onto the wooden dowels, then duct tape a dowel inside each basket. Lay the baskets out in the yard to form a course.

Spraypaint both sides of your frisbees to coordinate with your color scheme (optional). Let dry ½ hour.

step-4 Print out the scorecards onto cardstock and cut out. Hand out scorecards, mini pencils, and frisbees to each player and let the fun begin!

Photography And Design: SMP Living

An Intimate and Immersive Coastal Wedding Design Inspired by Coastal Textures

With couples becoming more and more exclusive when it comes to guest count due to COVID-19 event restrictions, they’ve taken every opportunity to tie the knot at off-the-beaten-path locales that never would have been a possibility should they have stuck with their original plan. Today’s styled shoot by Always Yours Events is proof of the possibilities that come with thinking outside the typical wedding venue box – and let us just say, we are obsessed. To pin all your favorite inspiration, including swoon-worthy floral arrangements from Kerianne Nelson – head on over to the full gallery taken by Lauren Fair Photography!

From Always Yours Events… Over the last year we have seen couples take intimate weddings to incredible locales throughout the country, especially along the coasts. With a more exclusive guest count, some couples have experienced newly opened doors to locations otherwise too small for a larger sized affair — such as this charming beachfront pathway for the ceremony location and this rooftop patio for an intimate dinner reception and al fresco dancing on the ocean.

For this editorial design, we focused on the stunning coasts of Newport, Rhode Island pulling inspiration from the textures of sea grasses, weathered woods, waves, sea foam, rattan and woven baskets. Lauren Fair captured this exceptionally gorgeous day, which began with a tucked away ceremony on the sand filled with Serena and Lily furniture from Kadeema Rentals. The unique ceremony design featured flora lined aisles and a low and textural ceremony installation by Kerianne Nelson Flora so as not to takeaway from the backdrop of the ocean. The bride wore a stunning Jesus Peiro gown from Your Dream Bridal complete with billowing sleeves and an applique design that emulated the movement and texture of sea foam and waves, which glimmered all throughout the celebration. The bouquet was meant to be an additional accessory while still making a statement, and so our floral designer hand selected all white florals and textures with minimal greens to tie into the overall aesthetic. Custom statement earrings to match the gown were selected from Verstolo. Her bridal look struck a balance between effortless and polished, with Garineh from Glamour Cosmetics creating her coveted ethereal makeup look, and the Maricruz of Maricruz Hairstyles creating her updo featuring perfectly relaxed waves. The groom wore a distinctive soft blue tuxedo with black bowtie from the Black Tux to work seamlessly with the color palette while taking a turn from the traditional black or navy look.

For the reception design, we focused on creating a tablescape filled with textures and exquisite details that would leave guests feeling immersed within the backdrop of the Newport coasts. The table was set with a pale blue linen with wishbone chairs on all sides. The table was filled with an undulating arrangement of white florals and seagrasses from the talented Kerianne Nelson Flora, with wooden taper candles and glass votives mixed in between. The place settings were set with simple china, gold and white modern flatware, and fine crystal stemware. At each place setting was a vellum menu card, channeling the timeless yet modern invitation suite featuring a dapper monogram and calligraphy by the incredible Ciarra Claire. And to make the place settings even sweeter, petite pale blue and white striped mini cakes with florals created by extraordinary baker Andrea Reno were set at each place for guests to enjoy or take home.

And to bring the celebration to a romantic close, we chose a Little Blue, a vintage convertible VW pale blue bug covered in florals as the getaway car. With the dreamy light of the day, the color palette, the textures, florals, the fashion and hospitable details, this design showcases how to have an intimate coastal wedding that immerses guests in every way.

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A Sentimental & Sweet Al Fresco Micro Wedding at Fearrington Village

After two date changes due to the pandemic, a switch in season and plenty design elements that required re-thinking… today’s gorgeous couple was finally able to tie the knot in a dreamy outdoor ceremony at Fearrington Village surrounded by their closest family and friends. Kast Event Co. supported the pair in every way, shape and form as COVID through all the curveballs their way throughout the planning process. They originally hoped for an indoor Spring wedding in a beautiful barn, but as it turns out… their outdoor celebration under endless string lights on a crisp Fall night was so much more than they could have ever imagined. Check out the full gallery of details to get majorly inspired, all taken by Nikki Santerre!

From Nikki Santerre… Cabell and Dave’s biggest priority, despite plan pivots and changes, was that they wanted their guests to have a joy-filled experience at their wedding at Fearrington Village, whether they could have twenty guests or just two. They prioritized their family and best friends and dined al fresco while music from a jazz band fluttered in through the bay doors. It was the perfect October night.

From Cheryl Ann, Kast Events... Cabell and Dave handled every curveball that came their way due to Covid with kindness, understanding and grace. After two reschedules they decided move forward with their big day as ultimately all they wanted to be was married! The guest list was adjusted, and we made a few design tweaks here and there; like adding some fall hues to florals and tabletop. By the time their wedding day arrived, I truly felt like I have gained some new friends. Their day could not have been more perfect; from the weather down the florals, food and just all over vibe of the day. It was a joy to work with this family and I wish them only the best!

From the bride… Our planning experience (besides having to postpone multiple times) was so much fun. I am really into details, which is why I loved working with Cheryl-Anne with Kast Events because her style and mine are very similar and she loves details too! When it came to a totally different plan of action for the wedding (moving it all outdoors and not going with a lot of our original design plans) Cheryl-Anne made the experience flawless! As much as I wish we could have had our beautiful spring wedding outside and reception to follow in the barn with a big band, the intimate outdoor wedding we had was just as special if not more. We even got lucky as our fall wedding felt like a spring day, it was a beautiful and warm day! Meaningful moments : Our rings are all passed down in the family, which is pretty special! My dad passed away 5 years ago and my mom gave me her diamond that my dad gave her for Dave to then reset and give to me. My wedding band is Dave’s grandmothers that we reset and Dave’s ring is his grandfathers.

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An Intimate At Home Wedding That Brings The Fun

Want to take your at-home wedding up a notch? This intimate affair at the bride’s family home will have you booking a custom food truck ASAP. A personalized serving station from The Sip Social that doubles as the perfect place for pictures? Yes, please! Thanks to the ever-talented Audra Wrisley Photography, you can feel the fun in these photos. With beautiful blooms by Petals by The Shore, and must-see sweets served up from Signature Sweets By Amanda, this wedding is not to be missed! Check out the full gallery for a closer look at all of the special touches.

From Audra Wrisley Photography… Victoria and Jonathan held an absolutely gorgeous, intimate backyard wedding this fall. 2020 was certainly a challenging year for all brides and grooms, but for these two dedicated medical professionals planning their intimate wedding was such a bright spot amidst all the chaos.

Full of heartfelt touches from the bride’s mom officiating the ceremony, to a custom food truck and pizza station, the day was a special one not to soon be forgotten. Every detail was intentional, meaningful, and memorable.

The couple danced under the stars and toasted their marriage with just their immediate families. It was the perfect way to celebrate the joining of two families and revel in love.

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A Classic Blue & White Nursery Design

There’s nothing more classic than a sweet, blue and white inspired nursery with a gorgeous guard-dog :) This timeless space was designed to allow for the couple to be surprised with the gender at delivery and while they delivered a baby girl, the design, crafted exquisitely by Lindley Arthur Interiors, has stood the test of time and their soon-to-be baby boy will be enjoying naps and snuggles in the very same space. Photographs by Emery Davis.

Lindley Arthur and her team at Lindley Arthur Interiors focus on residential projects in Texas and beyond. The firm believes that homes should be a well-curated collection of old and new; ultimately resulting in timeless interiors that have a fresh edge.

For this nursery design, Lindley’s clients were in their first pregnancy and didn’t find out the gender so the goal for the space was simple — keep it neutral and traditional.

Lindley first selected the wallpaper by Colefax & Fowler, created custom bedding with Sister Parrish fabric and topped it off with the swivel chair covered in durable Perennials fabric and custom window treatments trimmed in Samuel & Sons tape. The client ended up having a baby girl but is now expecting a boy to which the room will be perfect for too!

Photography: Emery Davis | Design: Colefax & Fowler | Design: Sister Parish | Design: Perennials | Design: Samuel & Sons

A Modern and Romantic Wedding Day with a Neutral Color Palette at The Avenue in Downtown Greenville, SC

A mix of a modern ceremony with details like acrylic chairs and a unique floral installation by Kara Nash Designs and a romantic reception with a warm, neutral color palette made up for this couples winter wedding day at The Avenue in Downtown Greenville in South Carolina. Perfectly planned by Beckon Events, the day was full of love, light and even Chick-Fil-A as the ideal send off, the bride and grooms fave! Check it out below to see all of Tanya Menoni‘s gorgeous images, and see how mixing modern and romantic details pairs perfectly together for the dreamiest day!

From Beckon Events…Leah and Kellan met while attending their company’s Sales Summit in Orlando. While they worked for the same company, they lived in completely different cities: Kellan in Louisville, KY, and Leah in Greenville, SC. For the next year, they navigated their long-distance relationship until Kellan decided to make the move to Greenville. He proposed on their 2-year anniversary, with Leah’s family waiting around the corner to celebrate with them.

For their mid-December day in downtown Greenville, the weather could not have been better and could have been, in fact, mistaken for an early spring day. The welcoming sunshine only enhanced the joy surrounding Leah and Kellan. Modern in its aesthetic, the day had an overall neutral color palette with varying tones of sands, taupes, and tans incorporated into each aspect. A soft, minimal touch of blush and mauve were incorporated within each floral arrangement to add depth, and gold accents sparkled throughout the entire design––not only through flatware and votive candles at the reception but even in the foil printing of their invitations and programs. Even the smallest details were of the most important to Leah, and her paper goods were no exception. Each piece of paper was fully crafted using gold foil, but adding another layer of dimension was the subtle shimmer of the main invitation & programs themselves, printed on specialty stardream quartz paper. Matching glass signage & gold hand calligraphy completed the entire day’s look, from start to finish.

The open, modern lobby of Avenue was the perfect setting for their ceremony. Clear ghost chairs carried their modern, minimalistic aesthetic, while also keeping the space light and airy. Anchoring the altar area was an impressive, arched organically shaped floral installation, complemented with a plethora of dusty mauve and neutral-toned roses. When the time for the ceremony arrived, Leah gracefully walked down the aisle toward her groom in her Louvienne dress & cathedral-length veil. Clasped to her bouquet as an heirloom piece was her grandmother’s brooch––keeping her close to Leah on such a special day.

As the ceremony concluded, guests made their way upstairs to the sixth floor for the reception. Subtly patterned tone-on-tone linens accented the estate tables, while oatmeal-colored velvet linens graced the round tables throughout the space. At the base of the head table sat an elegant floral installation that artfully grew up the table, becoming an immediate focal point for guests to enjoy as they turned the corner and experienced the space for the first time. Focused down the center of the entire space, leading guests all the way to the band and dance floor, were inviting lounge areas, creating cozy atmospheres for guests as they explored the reception. The outdoor rooftop space was accented with cafe lights, creating quite the popular spot for guests as they mingled with each other from cocktail hour and through the night.

Crafting an enjoyable guest experience was an important part of the day for Leah. So as the party continued throughout the night, illuminated ice cubes were added into each drink for guests to enjoy as they danced the night away to the incredible band, Steel Toe Stiletto. This was quite the hit! Nothing could beat the end of the night sendoff snack, however. As guests entered the lobby of the venue to see the sweet couple off, they were greeted with their choice of a spicy or original chicken sandwich from one of the bride and groom’s favorite restaurants––Chick-Fil-A. Once they received their sandwich, they were given a streamer wand to wave during the sendoff, and shortly thereafter Leah and Kellan exited amidst their jubilant guests. It was the perfect end to a perfect day celebrating the new Mr. and Mrs.!

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You’ll Love All The Details At This Elegant Nautical Wedding Inspired By The Shore

Life’s better at the beach! Our bride Stephanie spent her summers on the sandy shores of Long Beach Island. When it came time for her wedding day, she decided to throw an elegant celebration inspired by her favorite place on earth. We’re in love with the incredible floral moments by MDS Floral Designs and have a sweet spot for beach-inspired details like oyster shells as escort cards and gift bags with saltwater taffy! The love of the day radiates through the beautiful imagery by Susan Elizabeth Photography. Take a trip to LBI in the full gallery.

From Susan Elizabeth Photography… Steph’s family had spent their summers on Long Beach Island long before she was even born! No place on Earth meant as much to her. It was decided that Steph, her maid of honor and sister, Carolyn, and their mother, Donna, would begin the planning for the wedding at Mallard Island Yacht Club!

The inspiration and design of the wedding was nautical elegance. Steph wanted to make sure that all the pieces of her favorite place were incorporated. The seating cards were oyster shells in sandboxes and the gift bags included LBI’s famous saltwater taffy!

The bride shared her best advice, “Don’t sweat the small stuff. It’s just a day. All things won’t go as planned and that’s OK! I never threw my bouquet at my wedding but looking back, I’m glad! I spent the whole night on the dance floor!”

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A Boho Chic Baby Shower Fit for Football Royalty

Where to begin with this darling shower! From the amazing florals by Sweet Annie to the gorgeous cake, this super chic celebration is setting the bar for baby showers everywhere. Okay, not really. My shower was in my living room and we only had a few balloons from Stop & Shop but still. A girl can dream! Planned by Wild At Heart Co. and photographed by The Awakened Creative, with a whole crew of football royalty behind the gorgeous design, we are head over heels for this boho inspired baby shower!

When you look for “boho- chic” baby showers on Pinterest, we’re pretty sure this is the only inspo you’ll need! What’s better than a stunning backyard baby shower wonderland? Oh, just that an incredible team of female vendors and friends pulled it all together in 9 days!

Kennedy Stidham (a collegiate soccer athlete, social media maven, and the wife of Patriots backup quarterback Jarrett Stidham) knew she wanted her friend Jen Belichick, wife of Stephen C. Belichick (the outside linebackers coach for the Patriots and Bill Belichick’s son) to have a shower before baby #2 arrived.

“We’re just over the moon for Jen and Stephen. I wanted to the chance to celebrate Jen (and baby B) they way she deserves,” Kennedy said. Guests were treated to a buffet of delicious sweets (from cupcakes to cookies to macaroons) with individual charcuterie boards for some heartier fare. From the mimosa bar and balloon wall, to the vintage boho seating, this wasn’t just a typical backyard baby shower – this was a baby shower fit for football royalty!

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Prepare to Fall in Love With This Underrated Region of Italy for Your Destination Wedding

Considering marrying in the land of love? The beguiling beauty of Italy is bound to create an unforgettable affair for you, your partner, and your guests. Among the Apulia Region, lies Masseria Le Torri, the setting of this precious inspiration shoot. Adding the perfect touch of color to the muted architecture of the venue, Flower Addicted lined the aisle with luscious greens and blooms. Surely, Gionata Russo curated a design that didn’t lack intimacy or romance in the least. To see each and every romantic moment unfold, view the full gallery of images, captured lovingly by Jessica Grazia Mangia.

From Jessica Grazia Mangia… That Italy is filled with beauty and incredible locations rich of history and traditions, is well known, what most don’t know is that there is a true gem hidden and unexplored in the marvelous south of the country. The Apulia region, near and dear birth-home of the creators of this shoot, is a land of warm and flavorful people with lush and majestic views with endless olive trees orchards and ocean sights to die for.

Among the olive trees Jessica Mangia Photography and Gionata Russo Events, found a precious untouched wedding venue Masseria Le Torri. They were welcomed by Mrs (Signora) Silvana, that with great hospitality opened the doors to a truly outstanding and typically southern scenario. White fresh walls, bouncing gorgeous light, contrasting with the deep blue sky, clean spaces that felt warm and welcoming despite the minimal look, and an architecture unique in the world. The old farm living of the Apulia region, with the home made traditions are all merged together with the most modern and high-tech features to guarantee an unforgettable experience for all of their guests.

Looking at these breathtaking photos taken by Jessica Mangia is truly easy to see the beauty of this venue and the land that it sits on but planner and designer Gionata Russo created an unbelievable wedding experience that blew our minds.

Starting with the preparation of the bride and groom, in the majestic suites, walking through the absolutely mind-blowing indoor and outdoor spaces you can enjoy breathtaking views while keeping privacy a priority.
Alex and Christina’s suite, was truly a refined space, enriched with frescoes, a rustic thub, ancient pavements, a rural canopy bed and a charming fireplace. It overlooked endless stretches of olive trees that they could enjoy from their giant patio. While Christina was getting ready in her Julia Stefanello lingerie, feeling sexy and beautiful, Alex took a walk around the Masseria’s property exploring the glorious swimming pool and overall enjoying the sun in his summery attire.

Once Christina was all dolled up by makeup artist Vania Tommasi and hairstylist Frank Giacone, she was finally ready to wear her first wedding gown, accurately selected by bridal stylist NEA Milano who also provided incredible gold jewelry and headpieces from her very own collection. All the dresses were pulled from suggestions made by Alessio Lo Russo of Rosanna Perrone Couture, including a marvelous Italian lace mermaid gown that inspired the delightful choice of Bella Belle Shoes.

After capturing some unforgettable memories also with videographer Merak Studio it’s time to walk down the aisle majestically dressed up for a runway walk keeping in mind the organic nature of the venue. Lush but clean, low to the ground, arrangements, by Floral Addicted Angelica, featuring white flowers with a touch of baby blue to evoke the colors of the Apulian’s ocean all studied to keep the gorgeous Masseria in the background.

Alex in his Friar Tux tuxedo is standing smiling at the end of the aisle, waiting impatiently for his soon to be bride while caressing in his pockets the wedding rings by Italian Linea Laboratorio Orafo, that they’re about to exchange. Surrounded by the love and the emotions of their dearest friends and family bride and groom tied the knot and they now can begin their love journey together as husband and wife.

The day is not over yet, while Christina changes into her second and third dress, enjoying some private time with her new husband (kissing in the kitchen hiding from their guests and eating “pasticciotti”, the Italian private chef of the Masseria is preparing a delicious meal for their intimate reception and the air is filled with typical Italian food’s smells.

The table is ready, a farm style affair elevated by a prestigious linen runner, gold candle holders and baby blue tapered candles, all blending with the traditional materials of the Apulia region with terra-cotta vessels showcasing marvelous floral centerpieces also by Flower Addicted Angelica.
The whole event was created around simple design and routed in the local culture and traditions, all perfectly represented in the most elegant stationery created by renown Shasta Belle Calligraphy.

One last toast, right before the cutting of the cake created by Once Upon A Dream, then bride and groom take a moment to share laughters and stories with their friends, enjoy the delicious cake designed thinking of the Masseria’s walls typical aesthetic and the bride’s dress.

The day is over, but the fun is only beginning for Christina and Alex, in the beautiful town of Polignano a Mare.

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An Intimate Vineyard Wedding Full Of Love

Filled with stunning alfresco moments; this vineyard wedding is one for the books. The high school sweethearts got engaged a few days before the emerging global pandemic caused a lockdown, and in that moment of uncertainty, the idea for their micro-wedding was born. They turned to expert planner Karina Lemke to make their intimate wedding dreams a reality. The result was a relaxed yet elegant day amongst the vines, filled with the most stunning floral installations by Sue Gallo Designs. Corina V. Photography exquisitely captured the true spirit of the couple and the joy of the day in her imagery. Watch it all unfold in the full gallery.

From the bride… Kemar and I are high school sweethearts. We were together during our last two years of high school, all through College and University, and eventually saved up to buy a home together in Burlington. At the time that we got married, we were together for 14 years.

We decided to go ahead with a small intimate wedding on September 19th 2020 with 50 of our closest friends and family at Ravine Vineyard Winery in Niagara-on-the-lake. With the help of our amazing wedding planner, Karina Lemke we planned our dream wedding in 5 weeks. Our wedding day was whimsical, romantic and even more beautiful than we could have expected.

When we first started planning our wedding we always thought we would have a larger wedding with roughly 100-150 guests, but we absolutely loved having a smaller wedding. We were able to spend quality time with our closest family and friends on our special day and create intimate memories that will last a lifetime.

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How to Incorporate Old World Elegance at Your Micro Wedding

The historic elements of Georgia’s Swan House make for the ideal location for a dreamy wedding shoot, and that’s why these images are simply stunning. Using the European feel of the venue, Storybook Weddings & Events perfectly incorporated organic, wild details into their design. We’re head over heels for the earthy color palette and luscious floral installation by The Perfect Posey. From taper candles to rose gold vases and a classic tux, this day is the epitome of Old World elegance. Fill your heart with joy by viewing the full gallery of graceful images, captured by Sarah Sunstrom Photography.

From Sarah Sunstrom Photography… This stunning editorial was inspired by the ambiance of the Atlanta Historical Society iconic venue, Swan House. With its old world details and chateau centric feel, it makes for the ideal location for a romantic wedding celebration.

We wanted to use a very earthy palette with a luscious floral installation for the ceremony altar. With the use of all shades of taupe, cappuccino, blush, rust, wheat, soft whites and muted green hues, we had a bloom heavy asymmetric altar feature. The floral combination of a variety of lush garden roses and white oversized chrysanthemums were woven together into the large design using ruscus and dramatic pampas grass to make an impressive backdrop against the water fountains on the estate.

The bride wore two different Mistrelli House of Design gowns. The first featured an ostrich feather cape overlay that is the essence of breathtaking. Whimsical yet fierce this look was captured in gardens of the estate alongside a classic black tuxedo from The Knot Standard. The second Mistrelli look was a classic gown with incredible beading work along the neck and bust as well with a shimmer all throughout the dress. The final look was a Berta collection lace gown that hugged Natalie’s curves..

The cake was a showstopper with all of the elegant and intricate sugar work from the incredibly talented Elaine Drouin Cakes. The three tier cake featured a feather technique in blush and white tipped in gold. The top two tiers had beautiful floral textures reminiscent of the gowns worn.

For the tablescape at our reception table, we had an eclectic grouping of floral cups and taper candles. The floral elements were in rose gold vases with organic arrangements of ranunculus, garden roses, dalias, and ruscus. The place settings were french inspired with soft lines and complemented with hand calligraphed place settings and personalized menus from Sugared Fig Paperie.

This 1928 mansion in the heart of Buckhead is frozen in time and continues to be the inspiration of romance and aesthetic for black tie affairs including weddings today. Creating an emotion with the use of so many beautiful pieces coming together to create a moment in time that no one will forget is what a wedding and marriage is all about. The environment provides a sensory experience that no one can define but it is filled with joy and warmth that we are all still enjoying today.

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A Backyard Feel At The Hidden Meadow and Barn With Gorgeous Views and Special Details!

A perfect ‘backyard’ wedding is all this bride wanted when planning her wedding and The Hidden Meadow and Barn was exactly what she was looking for. Rolling hills, beautiful views, and all of the green you could ask for from the Birdy Grey bridesmaid dresses to the bouquet and centerpieces by E.L. Design makeup for this gorgeous day, all photographed by Kelly Grace Photography. Take a look below to see all of the details including the signage the bride did herself!

From the Bride…

What did you envision your wedding being prior to planning?

I always imagined a big wedding with all my friends and family celebrating the day I would say I do. Being a simple kind of gal, I wanted something unique that spoke for itself and I feel that we accomplished that with Hidden Meadow and Barn. I found Hidden Meadow and Barn accidentally. I was shopping for groceries and casually picked up a Wisconsin Bride Magazine and flipped through a few pages. I saw a beautiful bride and groom sharing a kiss in the sunset of the most beautiful rolling hills we call Wisconsin. I went home that night, requested a showing and we immediately fell in love with the venue the moment we saw it. One of our favorite things about the venue was that we could have everything all in one place (our guests also appreciated this) – our ceremony, reception, and even could stay the night at the Farmhouse on site. A perfect “backyard” wedding.

What was your color palette and your style vision?

My favorite color is green, so I knew I wanted to get married in the summer and to have lots of greenery. I went with mixed greens, white, and gold accents for a color palette.

What unique elements or DIY details did you include?

Some DIY details I included were all of the signage I hand wrote myself. It took me many hours of practice teaching myself modern calligraphy, but I love looking back at my photos and knowing that I did it. It has now turned into a hobby and a little of a side hustle – I will be doing my sister’s wedding as well as one of my bridesmaids who just got engaged.

What was your favorite moment? Your favorite crafted detail?

My favorite moment (other than saying I do), was at the very end of the night. Everyone had left after a full night of dancing and a few of us from our wedding party stayed at the farmhouse on site. We had a campfire with a full moon, overlooking the venue.

My favorite crafted detail is our guestbook globe and our ring box. Brad and I love to travel and wanted to incorporate that somehow into our wedding. The jewelry box that held our rings was hand-made and hand-painted in India where we got engaged.

Flowers

Flowers by E.L. Floral and Design: Another great thing about Hidden Meadow and Barn – especially in the summer- we didn’t need many flowers due to the natural beauty of the property. I kept flowers quite simple and it turned out to be just right for my tastes – simple greenery to run down the center of the tables, mixed greenery with accents of baby’s breath for
the bridesmaids, and of course had to splurge on my bridal bouquet – mixed greenery, white roses, and baby’s breath.

The Dress

The dress I ended up with was not what I thought I would go with. I got the “Veda” by Maggie Sottero. When I first tried it on, I didn’t really like it, but my mom was tearing up she thought it was so beautiful. It wasn’t until later that day we sat down for lunch I saw a picture of me in it and I went back to get it. I loved the detailing on the back of the dress and the waterfall-like train.

Favors and Desert

For our favors/desert: The inspiration came from the fact that we LOVE coffee and donuts. So that’s what we did. We picked out coffee mugs at goodwill’s and other consignment shops – some random and some that made us think of one of our guests. We had a display of all these coffee mugs for our guests to pick one to take home. I still get snap chats and texts whenever anyone uses the mug they chose and got lots of compliments on the idea. The donuts were from a local bakery in Madison where we live (Greenbush Bakery). They were such a hit that I didn’t even get to have one.

Advice

One piece of advice I would give to any bride is not to worry about trying to please everyone. I especially learned this by trying to plan a wedding during a Pandemic. I knew that I could not arrange to make every guest happy/comfortable and worried about the judgments of friends and family about having our wedding. At the end of the day, we feel so blessed that we could still have our wedding and celebrate our love for each other.

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This Cabo Wedding Is Full Of Timeless Elegance With A Tropical Twist

Get ready to shake your maracas! This classic meets cool Cabo wedding is giving us all the feels. With the help of expert planning team Amy Abbott Events, this destination wedding is one that guests won’t soon forget. It’s filled with personalized details like custom fans, monogrammed maracas, and an escort card display printed on Mexican tiles that matched the dance floor! The crisp white blooms that gave life to the day were artfully arranged by Pina Cate Design. The special moments are all lovingly captured in the beautiful imagery by Lauren Cate. Visit the full gallery for a closer look at all the fun.

From the bride… John proposed on a trip to Cabo! John was surfing for a few hours and then came up for some beers… or so I thought. He ran over to the car and when he returned, he was in front of me on one knee. On the way back, we stopped at Flora Farms for a celebratory lunch and to FaceTime our families. As we were leaving, John casually mentioned, “this would be a cool place to get married.” When we got home from our trip, I emailed Flora Farms and a few weeks later we had secured our date and our amazing planner, Amy Abbott Events!

For the favors, we had a table at the entrance with a basket full of woven fans for guests to use in the Cabo heat. Bells and Whistles created a giant escort card display. Each escort card was printed on Mexican tiles that matched our invitations and our dance floor! We also had white maracas with our initials on every place setting for our guests to shake for the grand entrance!

We wanted to accentuate the natural beauty of the farm with a slightly tropical but elegant feel. We chose an all-white theme with lots of greenery and a touch of tropical leaves. We wanted white because we thought it would be timeless and elegant. When you’re there with your new spouse and all your favorite people in one place…it’s truly a magical experience.