The ceremony is undoubtedly among the most memorable moments at any wedding, but it was extra special for this Bride’s Southern wedding planned by Design Studio South. After her father walked her down the aisle, he turned around and officiated the ceremony! She explains, “Each word had extra meaning as it was the first man I loved marrying me to the last man I’ll love.” The beautiful moments don’t stop there, so keep scrolling to see all the photos of the day, from the always-dreamy Jenny Yoo Bridesmaids’ dresses to the garden-worthy florals by A to Zinnias, captured by The Happy Bloom.

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From The Happy Bloom… Myles and Brianna’s wedding day was full of laughter, love, and pretty pops of lavender! Talk about the perfect spring wedding day here in the South. Brianna and her girls began their day at a beautiful, light-filled mansion in historic Savannah, Georgia, with fresh flowers all around and champagne in every glass. Brianna chose a nearby square for the girls’ photos, full of greenery and Southern charm. Her Bridesmaids donned grey dresses and held bouquets with shades of midnight purple, soft lavender, and clean ivory. Myles and his guys got ready nearby in a riverside hotel. The boys opted for a gray stone mansion for their portraits, the perfect sophisticated backdrop for their photos. Read more of their story below!

From the Bride… My husband and I are both from Georgia, so we knew we wanted to get married in the South, and what better place than Savannah, Georgia? It was close (enough) to where we live so we can visit often, and it just doesn’t get any better than the Spanish moss and the beautiful historic homes. We knew immediately it was the place for us!

My husband had only one request during the planning process: to NOT get married during football season! We both attended Auburn University, so getting married during Auburn’s football season was just not an option. Instead, we chose a weekend in May — the same weekend as my grandparents’ 54th wedding anniversary. To honor their anniversary and our marriage, we had a dance for three generations at the reception – me and my husband, my parents, and my grandparents.

If I had to choose one word that we wanted our day to revolve around, I would choose “dreamy.” We envisioned a light and airy day that just flowed together perfectly. We wanted things to feel romantic, so we opted for mauve tones and greenery in the florals, which really popped against the gray in the fabrics. I wanted my dress to have a tulle skirt so it and my veil could drag behind me, also creating more of a romantic feel. We also knew we wanted a more intimate wedding with only our closest friends and family, but we still wanted it to be fun.

For me, I would have to say the ceremony was the most memorable part. Aside from FINALLY getting to marry Myles, my father officiated the ceremony, so it was extra special. He gave me words of encouragement, walked me down the aisle, and then turned around and married me to my husband. The ceremony didn’t last long, but each word had extra meaning as it was the first man I loved marrying me to the last man I’ll love.

For five out of the six years we were together before we were married, we were long distance. We are so excited to finally be able to spend time together without worrying about when one of us has to travel back home. We have a sweet golden retriever, Jack, and we are just happy to relax and see where life takes us!

Photography: Justin Leon Brown (formerly The Happy Bloom) | Event Planning: Design Studio South | Floral Design: A to Zinnias | Wedding Dress: Watters | Cake: Savannah's Hall Of Cakes | Shoes: Badgley Mischka | Jewelry: Lauren B Jewelry | Bridesmaids' Dresses: Jenny Yoo | Catering: Thrive Catering | Hair and Makeup: Beyond Beautiful By Heather | Suits: Michael Kors | Ceremony Music: New Arts Ensembles | Wedding Venue: Trustees Garden | Bridal Boutique: House Of The Bride | Ceremony Sound: All About You Entertainment | Film Lab: Indie Film Lab | Paper Goods: Every Little Something | Reception Band: Deas Guyz | Rentals: Amazing Event Rentals

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Infused with the most gorgeous jewel tones, watercolor and a pop of gold, this Texas celebration crafted by Two Be Wed is the perfect combination of beautiful design and sentimental details. From heirloom family jewelry to show-stopping floral installations by Blush and Vine and the sweetest gifts between the Bride and Groom, see how this wedding captured by Dana Fernandez really let the couple’s personality shine through.

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From photographers (Dana and Josh) and Ashley Joseph (Two Be Wed)… I honestly don’t even know where to begin with this couple and their wedding! Betsy and Joel are definitely one of a kind! When we first met Betsy, we were one of the first vendors she booked besides her venue so she was still looking for the majority of her vendors. Almost everyone we suggested (which was based on a previous styled shoot we did that she loved), she ended up booking. She viewed every vendor as very talented and let each of us interpret her style board from Two Be Wed with our own take because she thought that we each could come up with the most creative ideas when there were minimal requirements involved. To say the least, each vendors’ end product was unique and beyond beautiful.

Betsy’s inspiration for the day were rich fall colors with pops of gold. She absolutely loved watercolor, calligraphy and florals. Also, Betsy and Joel are very sentimental and wanted their personalities to be shared with each guests as well as what they wore and gave each other on their wedding day. Betsy wore a custom engraved gold cuff with their wedding date as well as heirloom pieces from her grandmother (rings and bracelet). In addition to these, she had pictures of her family that had passed, each individually framed in small frames that were tied to her bouquet. Joel created custom patterned ties for himself and his groomsmen with his being extra special with their wedding date sewn into to the back of the tie. As for their gifts to each other, they each secretly consulted with Nib and Pixel to create a unique gift with their vows to each other incorporated. Since Joel loves cigars, she had her vows custom written and engraved on the lid of a humidor. Along side some cigars for Joel to enjoy on the wedding day, she had custom labels wrapped around cigars for Joel for major milestones of their life (wedding day, first home, first child, anniversaries, etc). Joel’s present to Betsy was a custom hand drawn 4 foot banner with a space to thread a rod so it can hang in their new home together.

Since they had a lot of out of town guests, each one received a welcome bag with information about Texas and was filled with all of their favorite snacks and goodies. In addition to each guest having their name laser cut for their escort card at their seat, they each were given a “midnight snack” box with Topo Chico (Betsy’s favorite), Coke and their favorite popcorn.

As for the reception, since both Betsy and Joel do not drink alcohol, they had a custom coffee bar set-up and had not only 1 but 3 total cakes. One of my favorite surprises was the gift that Betsy’s father gave Joel. When Betsy was a child, her father gifted her a heart necklace and at the reception, her father gave Joel the matching key, which he had been saving for Betsy’s future husband.

Overall, Betsy and Joel and their families are some of the best around and the amazing custom details was the icing on top for one of our favorite weddings to date!

Florals: Blush and Vine | Gown: Pronovias | Hair and Makeup: Sara Fraser | Hair and Makeup: Kara Jemison | Groom's Suit: Jos A Bank | Ceremony Music: Third Floor Strings | Bridal Boutique: Brickhouse Bridal | Bridal Cake: Kiss the Cook Cakes | Bridal Shoes: Jimmy Choo | Calligraphy, Menu, Invitations, Save The Dates, Custom Wedding G: Nib And Pixel | Ceremony and Reception: The Woodlands Country Club Palmer Course | Coffee Bar: Southside Espresso | Custom Ties: Knotty Tie | DJ, Lighting and Photobooth: LG Entertainment | Design & Planning: Two Be Wed | Film Lab: The Find Lab | Groom's Cake: Maple and Love | Linens & Rentals: Eb Inc Events | Photography & Styling: Josh & Dana Fernandez | Reception Shoes: Kate Spade | Ring Box: The Mrs Box | Wedding Favor Popcorn: Emma's popcorn

This couple wanted their Hamptons wedding to feature a “JDM” – a jaw-dropping moment their guests (many of whom travelled to New York from the UK to celebrate) would never forget. With the help of their Ever Swoon Weddings & Events, they landed on the idea of having a confetti blower unexpectedly shower guests during the reception’s dance party led by Hank Lane Music. The surprise was wildly successful, and their beautiful beach chic wedding is one that will not be forgotten. Lucky for us, BETSI EWING STUDIO captured the “JDM”, so don’t forget to press play below after seeing the gorgeous gallery.

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From the Bride… Montauk is such a special place to us – it is where we spend our summers and where we got engaged (at Gurney’s, to be exact). Only minutes after our engagement, we found ourselves sipping celebratory champagne at the outdoor bar watching them prepare for a wedding that evening. At that very moment, we knew Gurney’s was going to be our venue. With the picturesque ocean views, cotton candy skies at sunset, and modern yet beach inspired décor – there was no question.

My husband is from England, so we had many guests traveling from across the pond to celebrate with us, and we wanted to ensure they had the most amazing experience. One night was not enough, so we planned an entire wedding weekend. On Thursday, we started with our Rehearsal Dinner at The Surf Lodge’s private outdoor space with 50 of our closest friends and family. On Friday, we rented out The Sloppy Tuna and invited every wedding guest to join us for passed hors d’oeuvres and cocktails accompanied by live music and corn hole!

For the big day, Saturday, we were married at St. Therese Church right in town, which was so convenient for guests as they could walk from their hotels (although we did organize roundtrip transportation for everyone regardless of where they were staying). Our cocktail hour was on the outdoor lower deck at Gurney’s with an over the top raw bar to fit the beach theme as well as many other delicious cuisines. And, you can’t forget our signature cocktail – champagne with an upside down popsicle, perfect for a warm summer day! Everyone LOVED it! For cocktail hour entertainment, we brought in a steel drum player to set the vacation mood and help our guests unwind. It was the perfect touch!

Finally, all guests were escorted to the main event, which took place underneath a grand marquis/tent overlooking the ocean. Our wedding location inspired my vision for our tent decor – I like to call it “beach chic”. I chose natural and neutral colors, driftwood accents, hints of metallic and mercury glass, and a touch of greenery. I wanted everyone to feel like they were outside even though we were under a tent! Our amazing florist brought this vision to life – our centerpieces were unexpected, like a piece of abstract art mimicking the unpredictable aspects of nature. Our flowers focused on ivory hydrangea and snapdragon, pale pink dahlias, and hints of green willows and eucalyptus. The head table was my favorite part – it featured a table runner made of driftwood filled with mismatched floral arrangements and endless candlelight and a wall of cascading greenery and flowers that hung behind the table providing the perfect backdrop for pictures.

I was also in love with our escort card display. I love a good boxwood wall, and our florist was able to recreate my vision exactly – two, six feet boxwood walls covered in the most perfect shade of green with pink and white roses affixed to the perimeter. The escort cards were pinned to satin ribbon which ran down the length of the display. It was a show stopper for sure! Since the flowers and escort card display had a rustic and natural feel, I wanted to balance out the tent to make sure it felt luxurious, so we brought in crystal chandeliers, fabric drapery for the ceilings and walls, as well as white-washed wood floors. It truly was the perfect combination of beach and chic.

Something that was very important to me was adding an element of surprise for our guests. My wedding planners and I discussed possibilities for a “JDM” (jaw dropping moment). Most of our ideas such as fireworks never came to fruition because of fire code or town regulations, but we didn’t stop there. Instead we rented two commercial confetti blowers that sat on either side of the stage where our band was. Just as the dance floor started to get crowded and one of our favorite songs played, the blowers went off, firing gold and silver confetti into the air. Everyone was blown away from the excitement! Since I couldn’t just stop at confetti, we took it one step further. Following the reception, everyone moved to the Regent Cocktail Club for our after party, for which we had a DJ. My husband and I made a grand entrance accompanied by a saxophone player who stayed for over an hour playing alongside the DJ. He was the life of the party, standing on chairs getting the crowd going. It was hands down one of the most memorable parts of the entire day and one that our guests still talk about!

So, those were all of the fancy and materialistic things we did – which, don’t get me wrong, were all amazing and made it such an unforgettable weekend. But, the most important part of it all was being able to look at my best friend and my now husband and think, “Wow! This is just the beginning!” It has been almost six months since our wedding day, and I must admit, every day gets better! My one piece of advice for all future rides is to not get caught up in the planning – things will go wrong and be stressful, but always remember you are marrying your best friend and nothing else matters!

Photography: BETSI EWING WEDDINGS | Cinematography: BETSI EWING WEDDINGS | Event Planning: ever swoon | Floral Design: L'Atelier Rouge | Wedding Dress: Ines Di Santo | Stationery: East Six | Ceremony Venue: St. Therese of Lisieux | Reception Venue: Gurney's Montauk Resort And Spa | Makeup: Cassandra Garcia | Hair: Joseph Maine | Lighting: Fushion | DJ: DJ Nicole | Groom's Attire: Baldwin Formals | Transportation: M V Limo | After Party: Gurney's Montauk Resort And Spa | Music: Hank Lane Music | Photo Booth: Photomadic | Rehearsal Dinner: Surf Lodge | Rosé: Wolffer Estate Vineyard | Tent Rentals: The New York Tent Company | Welcome Dinner: The Sloppy Tuna

From sassy, to sweet, to straight-up crazy, each bridesmaid has her own personality and a special place in the bride’s heart. Whether she and the bride were college roommates, BFFs, or just met a year ago, each girl is special and can come to the bride’s aid throughout the wedding planning process—and on the wedding day—by simply being herself.

Here are the five bridesmaids every bride needs.

PHOTOGRAPHY | Lindsey Taylor Photography

The Sassy One

This girl is ballz-y. She can say anything to anyone at any time–good or bad; without fear of the repercussions. She comes in super handy at the bar when a guy is being a creep, and she’s the bride’s biggest cheerleader. Put her in charge of your lingerie shower for an extra-festive soiree!

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She’s going to come in clutch when the processional is playing, the photographers are in position and some guests arrive late and think they can squeeze through the bridal party to get to their seat or are blocking the best angle with their phone during the ceremony. This bridesmaid will SHUT. THAT. DOWN. Someone has to keep the guests in check.

The Cousin (or Sister)

Who better than family to plan a sentimental bridal shower? Like every family, yours has a history; probably with a dash of weirdness, a sprinkle of crazy, and a pinch of normal. It’s hard to explain your family to other people, but not to your cousin. You need one girl who has known you (and your family) your whole entire life. Who better to swoop in and save you when grandma starts to lecture you at the buffet about the tattoo she didn’t know you had? This girl will distract Grandma so you can get back to being a bride and not worrying about anyone.

PHOTOGRAPHY | Jacqueline Benét Photography

The Party Girl

This girl can turn a grocery trip from blasé to thrilling. The party girl bridesmaid will, naturally, be the go-to for planning a killer bachelorette party. She radiates joy and excitement, and she specializes in one very important thing: DANCING! Every wedding needs the bridesmaid who gets the party started and shuts down the dance floor at the end of the night. That takes commitment. This girl understands her most important role and will keep dancing no matter what.

PHOTOGRAPHY | Lindsey Taylor Photography

The Makeup Artist

The makeup artist is most likely your BFF who has been doing your makeup for years. Not only is she good at doing makeup, she LOVES doing it. This will be an advantage to the bridal party if one of the bridesmaids, or moms needs some help with their eye makeup. She’ll love helping out and will help ensure everyone is photo-ready. Chances are, this one will also be your go-to for dress shopping!

PHOTOGRAPHY | Chris J. Evans

The Comedian

Wedding planning can easily be accompanied by some overwhelming feelings. She’ll be the first person you call when the stress of wedding planning sets in. All of your closest friends and family are getting together for the biggest day of your life. There could be a touch of drama, unexpectedly bad weather, or the groomsman who forgot his dress shirt. The comedian will laugh and keep things lighthearted through the ups and downs of the wedding day.

PHOTOGRAPHY | Amanda Callaway Photography

Style Me Pretty Contributor – Kylie Thompson is a freelance writer, blogger, and marketing professional from Grand Rapids Michigan, where she resides with her husband. When she isn’t working, you will find her exploring Grand Rapids’ newest culinary establishments with her husband, or traveling up and down Lake Michigan’s coast.

We first met Aisha and Ben with their adorable waffle-making engagement session set in their California home. Today, these two are back to share a glimpse into their Sunstone Villa wedding with an intimate dinner party vibe. They treated their guests to a farm-to-table experience with heartfelt, personal details woven throughout the day. TEAM Hair + Makeup worked their beauty magic, Rebecca Yale + Blue Kite Cinema captured the moments (including a recognizable groomsman who sang during the ceremony!) and we’ve got it all here.

From Rebecca Yale… Aisha and Ben were married on a lovely Spring day in Santa Ynez, CA at Sunstone Vineyard. The bride and groom love to cook (their engagement session featured earlier this year was them making Sunday morning waffles) and wanted their wedding to feel like one big farm to table dinner party for all of their friends and family.

Inspired by the lavender fields in Santa Ynez the bridesmaids each carried small bunches of lavender, which popped against their black gowns. The groomsmen wore black suits while the groom wore blue, which the bride matched with her fun daisy covered shoes. Both bride and groom were escorted down the aisle by both sets of parents and were joined by their bridesmaids and groomsmen at the chuppah. A friend officiated the ceremony while multiple friends made personalized readings including a song.

Post ceremony guests enjoyed cocktails and hors d’ouerves by the tent before being welcomed to dinner and dancing. Instead of a traditional cake, the bride and groom opted for made-to-order ice cream by Super Cool Creamery, a dessert bar and then late night grilled cheese and french fries.

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Photography: Rebecca Yale Photography | Videographer: Blue Kite Cinema | Coordination: All You Need Is Love Events | Floral Design: Precious and Blooming Floral Design | Wedding Dress: Louvienne | Reception Venue: Sunstone Winery & Villa | Hair and Makeup: TEAM Hair and Makeup | Caterering: Seasons Catering | Ceremony and Cocktail Music: Anthony Ybarra | Lace Dress Topper: Lara at Folkore Studio | Reception Music: Red Shoe LA | Rentals: Classic Party Rentals

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To know Artifact Uprising is to be head-over-heels in love with Artifact Uprising, and when it comes to marrying stunning design with a timeless appeal, their new wedding invitation line is totally on point. Maybe that has a little something to do with their simple + clean aesthetic, premium paper choices or fab prices. Our guess? It’s a sweet combo of all of the above. Find the perfect first impression below.

When our fave place for wedding photo goods told us they were launching an invitation line that merged their eye for modern design with archival quality, FSC certified paper goods, we knew they were going to be awesome. And guess what? We were right. Because these are the type of invites that toss aside all of those traditional bells + whistles and embrace styles that pare it all down to the essentials. In other words? You can send these beauties to every single one of your friends and family, regardless of age or traditions. Not to mention the gorgeous details (think 15 customizable designs, four foil-stamping options, eight RSVP designs and three envelope colors) and amazing price points. We can’t argue with $2 a card, you guys.

Stunning wedding invites are the best place ever to get started, but Artifact Uprising also has you covered when it comes Save the Dates, Thank You cards, wedding guest books, photo albums and more. They’ve even made your custom print experience easy with curated collections that bring together all of their wedding products.

You can celebrate with collections that range from Standard to Classic to Premium, giving you a 10% – 20% savings on your purchase. All you have to do is choose a package and purchase it upfront at a discounted rate. You’ll receive gift card codes via email to use on each of the items in your collection. Sounds simple, right? It is. And your codes will never expire, so you can create when you want.

What: Artifact Uprising is giving one lucky reader a $250 credit towards any wedding product!

How: Simply visit Artifact Uprising, peruse their beautiful wedding products and leave us a comment below telling us which one is your fave. (Ex: I love the Bold Beginnings wedding invitation!)

Who: One lucky reader, chosen completely at random, will be announced right here on SMP on Friday, August 25, 2017!

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Artifact Uprising is giving all SMP readers 10% off wedding products with code SMPxArtifactWed10. Offer expires August 25, 2017.

Beautiful florals are the cornerstone of many of the stunning weddings we see here at Style Me Pretty. From drop dead gorgeous bouquets to intricate floral installations, if there is one way to up the wow factor of your wedding, it’s flowers, flowers, and more flowers!

You might have a little sticker shock when pricing out your wedding flowers, so Stacy K Floral is here to help explain four reasons why arrangements cost what they do.

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Shipping + Importing

Shipping and importing costs (how far each flower traveled to get to you) are a major factor in the price of wedding florals. Flowers travel all over the world in either two-day air or refrigerated truck to get to your florist. Rising costs of shipping and decreasing number of American flower farms have caused floral prices to increase in recent years.

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Knowledge

You are paying for knowledge. I know, I know, everyone is a florist, photographer, or event planner these days. But the people in these industries have devoted their lives to this art.  They have knowledge beyond a single DIY video or planning one event.  I personally have an Associate’s degree in floriculture merchandising and a Bachelor’s degree in business administration with a focus on marketing, plus I bring 22 years of experience in the industry.

Supply + Demand

Styles are not changing as quickly as they used to due to the internet, so blush and cream flowers are in high demand. Seasonal availability is also a major factor. Additionally, natural disasters in areas of the world can impact availability (for example, flooding on rose farms has caused a shortage of roses this spring).

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Business Costs

Like any business, florists have overhead costs like floral tools, packaging, and delivery vehicles. Business expenses such as rent, insurance, and advertising also play a role. Additionally, florists pay designers a living wage to be on staff and often provide benefits and workers compensation.

When you look at all that goes into floral design, it’s certainly not just the pretty bouquet you see in the pictures! From the farm to the florist, a lot goes into making beautiful blooms shine.

Sean and Marisa had one wish for their engagement session and it was San Gregorio Beach. Tucked on California’s Northern coast, it made an incredible backdrop for their portraits and The Ganey’s didn’t miss a beat behind the camera. The perfect beachy setting, the perfect yellow dress, and one madly-in-love couple are all inside the gallery right this way.

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From The Ganey’s… What. A. dream. I’m still on cloud nine after Thomas and I were able to photograph this incredible engagement session. Between the couple, the perfect dress, and the draw-dropping backdrop, to say that we were happy campers would be an understatement.

For Sean and Marisa’s engagement session they knew they wanted to take photos at San Gregorio Beach (umm, and I’m not usually a beach person, but I can see why). Thomas and I decided to take a few pitstops along the way. What I love about those California roads is that they are sprinkled with so many perfect spots to pull over and snap a handful of photos. The scenery is unparalleled.

Marisa and Sean met at Marisa’s college graduation party. Sean had just moved back into town after his time in the Air Force. It was one of those nights where you’re not expecting to meet the love of your life, but hey, when he shows up, you go with it! These two hit it off pretty quickly and started dating. Both California natives, they have stuck around the Bay Area and are excited to be getting married in Pleasanton California this August!

Photography: The Ganeys | Dress Designer: Nordstrom | Dress Store: Nordstrom | Film Lab: Richard Photo Lab

Because the Bride created many of her childhood memories at her family’s vacation home in Sun Valley, this couple wanted to host a vacation weekend in the beloved resort town for their wedding guests. In addition to the wedding itself, the four day celebration planned by Heather Minor included a welcome dinner and party, rehearsal dinner, and a Sunday farewell brunch, each showcasing a favorite restaurant or meaningful spot around Sun Valley. Scroll on to see the wedding day captured by Dev Khalsa Photography, with its pretty details like the ceremony arch by Sue Bridgman Florist, and then head to the Vault to see photographs from the rest of the weekend!

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What an event the Durels and the Sullivans put together over Labor Day weekend 2016 to celebrate the marriage of Kelly and Terry! The four day celebration included it all and then some: a welcome dinner and party at River Run Lodge, an intimate and classy rehearsal dinner at Vintage Restaurant in Ketchum, an elegant and classically beautiful wedding day followed by a rockin’ party at Trail Creek Cabin, and a fun Sunday brunch to finish it all off (complete with bloody marys and advil for those who needed them!) at the Durels’ Sun Valley home.

Kelly and Terry met at a bar in downtown New York in 2013 while they were both out with their friends. Terry proposed at the King Cole Bar (an old, famous bar at the St. Regis Hotel in New York). After Terry proposed, he took Kelly to dinner at Sistina (a restaurant her family frequents), and they had dinner with both sets of parents (Terry’s even flew in from Indiana!).

Kelly and Terry have a good time pushing each other to explore new things. For example, Kelly learned how to scuba dive even though she’s scared of fish, and Terry learned how to ski even though he’s scared of heights. Kelly says, “We always have a great time together and are constantly joking around and laughing. We like to travel, hike, ski, scuba dive, watch movies, eat (especially pizza), and drink.” Kelly grew up in New York City but spent a lot of time at her family’s home in Sun Valley, so it only made sense to put together their big event in the Idaho mountains.

Kelly and Terry could not have been happier, and it showed! As you can imagine, every last detail was attended to, and the couple’s fun-loving personalities showed through in such an elegant way. Kelly was radiant in her Vera Wang wedding gown, but the full-length cathedral train didn’t stop her from hopping on the golf cart and zipping around White Clouds golf course to pose for some stunning photos in the mountains.

The formal toast in the dazzling tent was touching and certainly a highlight for Kelly, but one of Terry’s favorite memories is of his private PBR (Pabst Blue Ribbon) toast with his Bride immediately following the ceremony.

The tent was drenched in a mix of neutral colored peonies, roses, and freesia with a pop of fuchsia to add the couple’s fun spirit to the look. There was even an ice sculpture for the raw bar with a backdrop of bright fuchsia flowers with the initials “KT”. One of Kelly’s favorite memories from the day was “walking into the tent for the first time with Terry and our parents and seeing the tent covered in flowers. My parents had a few surprises for us in the tent, and it was so amazing to see it all put together after a year of planning.”

The crazy fun band Party Crashers, complete with a Michael Jackson impersonator, had a backdrop of aspen behind the stage, and there was no shortage of spectacular lighting all around. They kept the party rocking for many hours and most members of the wedding party made an appearance on stage at some point!

Photography: Dev Khalsa Photography | Event Planning: Heather Minor | Floral Design: Sue Bridgman | Wedding Dress: Vera Wang | Invitations: Honey Paper | Makeup: Britt Davis Beauty | Hair: Danielle Anspach | Band: Party Crashers | Venue: Trail Creek at Sun Valley Resort | Ceremony Band: Stoneseed | Rehearsal Dinner Band: Tylor and the Train Robbers | Rehearsal Dinner Venue: Vintage Restaurant

When it comes to your wedding, it’s usually best to avoid trends. After all, your wedding photos last forever. But, if you want to embrace the millennial pink trend in your wedding decor decisions, we support you 100 percent. In fact, we’ll even help you out with these 50 fabulous ideas that will leave you and your big day feeling pretty in (millennial) pink!

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Not only is this wedding just about the dreamiest of dreamy french chateau weddings we’ve ever come across but add to that beauty the fact that no animals were hurt in the making of this celebration. That’s right. This alfresco dream day is 100% vegan planned by Matthew Oliver with florals by Chataigner Fleurs plus vegan deliciousness by Gentle Gourmet. Get lost in the beauty of Ben Yew’s images plus a film by HD Moments below!

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From the Bride…Our relationship was nearly a decade in the making. We met studying abroad in the southwest corner of France, in a city surrounded by mountains and palm trees. An inevitable magic occurs while studying abroad, and though I cherished all of my new friendships, there was a certain je ne sais quoi about Pierre. In the years following, we visited each other and spoke on the phone, but mostly kept in touch through long e-mail exchanges. Then one day, Pierre sent me the most romantic e-mail that would forever change our lives. We were living in different countries at the time (he in Singapore, and I in New York City), so we decided to meet in Paris for New Year’s Eve to see if we could be more than friends, and it was there where we fell in love. With the instrumental role France had already played in our relationship, there was no question when we later got engaged that we wanted to be married there, too.

I am vegan, so I knew that any day that was all about our love also needed to reflect love and compassion for all beings. Given the notable reputation of French cuisine and the fact it is rich in meats, cheeses, and creams, versus vegan cuisine eschewing all animal products and being (incorrectly!) reputed as bland, light, or boring, finding a caterer who could defy these stereotypes and create food our guests would love was very important to us. We were over the moon when Gentle Gourmet of Paris agreed to cater our wedding. Their professionalism and the quality, beauty, and taste of everything they created had many guests who had never tried vegan food before asking for seconds and declaring themselves vegan! We also had the incredible luck of finding a local, vegan food truck, Les Petits Plats d’Anna, who provided late night snacks of crêpes, doughnuts, french fries, and popcorn while we danced the night away.

With so many personal touches that we wanted to include, we knew we could not plan this wedding alone. After reaching out to dozens of potential wedding planners, we found Matthew Oliver Weddings, whom we immediately connected with and knew we could trust to make our day everything we hoped it to be. Matthew’s incredible creativity, expertise, and charm made the entire planning process so much fun! He helped us find our dream venue, Château de la Beuvrière, our amazing photographer, Ben Yew, and brilliant videographer, HD Moments. What these three teams created for our wedding day was more beautiful than we could have imagined.

The château itself is not only stunning but the grounds are lovely as well, and it served as our greatest visual inspiration. The château sits beside a gorgeous lake with an island that is accessible by a small footbridge, and it was there on the island where we had the ceremony. Cocktail hour consisted of our signature cocktails and hors d’oeuvres being hand served, accompanied by an avant-garde jazz quartet playing musette waltz with accordion, à la the soundtrack from Amélie. A photo booth, outdoor games, and a bouncy castle were set up on the lawn for guests to enjoy. Dinner was served in the courtyard on long wooden tables draped with flower runners on top of lace, softly illuminated by soy candles. A large tent was set up next to the lake for dancing where the party went on until 6 a.m.!

With July being the height of lavender season in France, lavender played a strong role in our décor. We chose deep purple with pale pink and gold accents as our color palette. Sprigs of fresh lavender were placed on top of gold charger plates, and sachets of dried lavender were included in guests’ welcome bags.

The château itself already provided such a beautiful setting that we decided on natural, loose floral arrangements to enhance the relaxed and timeless feeling of the day. To incorporate our message of love for all beings, we named our tables after different animals. Our escort cards were attached to small golden figurines of the corresponding animal and signage that read, “The animals will show you the way.” Tiles found in an abandoned building nearby were hand painted with the name of each animal in both French and English and used as the table markers. In lieu of traditional wedding favors, a donation was made to the People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals on behalf of each guest.

My bridal party’s look was that of modern, glamorous ballerinas. They wore custom tea length tulle tutus with tops and accessories of their choosing. Fashion makeup artist and vegan activist, Fanny Maurer, gave us a beautiful, cruelty-free glow. Our groomsmen embodied our laidback vibe by foregoing suits for suspenders and bow ties.

It is hard to pick one moment as our favorite, but the ceremony stands out as being so special as every part of it was a contribution from someone we love. My sister and brother-in-law performed all of the music for the ceremony, and our fathers performed a moving duet on guitar and violin. My nieces were our flower girl and flower baby, and my nephew was our ring bearer. Our mothers read our favorite readings, our pastor from NYC officiated, and our rescued dachshund, Lulu, served as my dog of honor.

We loved our wedding so incredibly much. From start to finish, the day felt as though we had been transported to another time and place with all of our favorite people. We were fortunate to have had an incredible team of vendors who made our dream wedding a reality. To everyone who attended and contributed to our wedding to make it all that it was, merci infiniment. Nous vous aimons.

Photographer: Ben Yew Photography + Film | Videographer: HD Moments | Flowers: Chataigner Fleurs | Wedding Dress : JLM Couture | Stationery: Minted | Shoes: Billy Ella | Bridesmaids' Dresses: V.Marie | Catering: Gentle Gourmet | Hair Stylist: Aline Maussion | DJ: Chris Wharton | Favors: Peta | Wedding Venue: Château de la Beuvrière | Caterer & Cake Maker: Gentle Gourmet | Château: Château de la Beuvrière | Jazz Quartet: Les Gentleman(s) | Jeweler: Lisa Lindhart | Marquee: BMF Location | Music: Ceremony & First Dance: Melissa Brobeck & Brian Scharfenberg | Personal Assistant : Sarah Sauvage | Planning: Matthew Oliver Weddings | Tableware Rental: Options | Vegan Food Truck: Les Petits Plats d'Anna | Vegan Makeup & Nail Artist: Fanny Maurer

This wedding photographed by Carrie Coleman was filled with some of the most meaningful touches! From the location on the grounds of the boarding school where the Groom grew up, to the semi-circle of chairs so the couple was surrounded by their loved ones during the ceremony, to the personalized vows, to the custom cake topper featuring their pup – each little detail represented something special. But the sweetest of all has to be the jars of cookies, baked with love by both mothers from beloved family recipes. We can’t think of a better way to show these two families coming together than that!

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From the Bride… Michael and I were introduced by a mutual friend of ours, Megan. When Megan first met Michael, she just knew he was the one for me, and when we met two months later, there was an instant connection – it turns out Megan is quite the matchmaker!

From the Groom… Hannah and I had been dating for four years before I proposed. Hannah’s mother offered me Hannah’s grandmother’s diamond ring – Hannah’s grandfather bought the ring in the diamond district in New York City just after World War II and the ring had been passed down to Hannah’s mom. I took the ring to a jeweler and had the diamond reset in a simple 18k gold band.

I had planned to propose when we took a trip to Maine, but when the ring was finished sooner than expected, I couldn’t wait to do it. I wrote a note, put it in a little bag, and tied it around our dog’s neck. The note read, “Mom, I would really like it if Michael could become my dad for real. Love, Muggins.” I released Muggins upstairs and put a Van Morrison record on the turn table (pretty early on in our relationship, we bonded over the song “Crazy Love”). Just as the song started playing, Hannah walked downstairs. I got down on one knee and proposed. Meanwhile Muggins, sensing the excitement, was jumping up and down on both of us.

From Carrie Coleman Photography… When planning their wedding, Hannah and Michael knew that they wanted something beautifully simple and very personal for their closest family and friends. The hillside at Woodberry, the boarding school where Michael grew up, was the perfect backdrop for the ceremony with its view of a lake down below. Guests sat in a semi circle, surrounding the couple in support and love. Michael’s sister, Kellye, officiated the wedding, and Hannah and Michael wrote their own vows, which made their ceremony incredibly personal.

Guests enjoyed cocktail hour under the grove of trees on Woodberry’s main lawn, playing corn hole on the set Hannah’s dad crafted, before entering the tent for a delicious dinner by Red Hub Food Co. Hannah had figurines of her dog, Muggins, and her sister’s dog, Gertie, custom-made for their cake, and the dessert table also featured glass jars of cookies made by both mothers from family recipes. This joy-filled wedding was certainly one for the books!

Photography: Carrie Coleman | Floral Design: Hope Zeitler | Wedding Dress: BHLDN | Cake: Arley Cakes | Bride's Shoes: Jack Rogers | Catering: Red Hub Food Co. | Hair + Makeup: Tyler Young | Bow Ties: The Tie Bar | Groom's Attire: Combatant Gentlemen | Bridesmaids' Skirts: Revelry | Bridesmaids' Tops: J.Crew | Private Property: Woodberry Forest | Rentals: Gibson Rental | Silk Ribbon: Adorn Company | Striped Pajamas: J.Crew

The recipe for a timeless engagement session: regal architecture and rolling green landscapes, natural light and a white lace dress, and most importantly, a beautiful couple in love. Check, check, and check! Christina Bernales photographed these two cuties at the Crane Estate, so head to the gallery and get lost in all the pretty of this engagement session.

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From Christina Bernales… Our sweet couple, Connie and Andy, wanted their engagement session to be set at a location in their home state of Massachusetts that had a historic and timeless feel, with gorgeous architecture and beautiful landscapes and light. The Crane Estate was the perfect place for their vision, and I had a blast photographing the beautiful scenery at this location.

Photography: Christina Bernales | Dress: Nordstrom | Shoes: Ann Taylor | Shoes: Designer Shoe Warehouse | Estate: Crane Estate | Pants: Banana Republic

These high school sweethearts have a love so apparent, it almost jumps off the page. The Ganeys did an incredible job at capturing that love, along with the dreamy details of their Italian-inspired wedding day at Bella Collina. Take a little stroll with us under the twinkle lights and floating al fresco chandy—the full gallery awaits.

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From The Ganeys.. Stephanie and Greg met in high school and started dating when they were juniors. I mean, does it get any more perfect than that? They spent four years doing long distance while they were at different colleges, but the distance didn’t stop them from building a great connection. They love to travel and hike, and they recently moved out west to build a new life together.

Stephanie and her bridesmaids got ready at a beautiful home on the lake right near Bella Collina. The natural light at that home was a photographer’s dreamt! The girls spent the morning having their hair and makeup done, anticipating the wedding day.

After a few hours, we all made our way over to the venue. It was more beautiful than I had envisioned. Stephanie put on her dress with the help of her mom, sister, and future mother-in-law. Her gown was delicate and covered in lace. Her bridesmaids wore dusty blue dresses with fun off-the-shoulder details. The groomsmen played pool and relaxed in the locker room around the corner.

Stephanie and Greg opted to share a first look before their ceremony, and I’m so grateful that they did! It allowed us to truly take advantage of this incredible venue and capture so many images of the two of them!

Greg and Stephanie were married in the driveway at Bella Collina. It was a wonderful location with the arches as the perfect backdrop. Stephanie walked down the aisle with her dad by her side. During the ceremony, Stephanie and Greg placed letters into a box, along with a bottle of wine, that they will open one day in the future. Before we knew it, these two were officially husband and wife!

The party got started shortly after the ceremony, as guests made their way to their dining area. The weather was perfect for an outdoor reception. String lights and an epic chandelier hung above the dance floor. Tables were covered in garlands and lanterns. At each place setting sat a bottle of olive oil and a jar of spices – the perfect favor for such an Italian-inspired wedding!

The rest of the evening was filled with hilarious and heart-felt toasts, the most delicious cake, and grandpa (along with everyone else) tearing it up on the dance floor! The newlyweds exited just after midnight through a tunnel of sparklers. It was such a magical day!

As Caitlin Jones, owner of Plan It Events, said, “the couple was truly wonderful to work with. Stephanie and Greg had an impeccable and heart-felt vision for their day. In addition, we had a dream team of vendors that pulled together this flawless event.”

Photography: The Ganeys | Videographer: Nate Puhr | Event Planning: Plan It Event Design and Management | Florals: Lee James | Cake: Party Flavors | Bride's shoes: Betsey Johnson | Bridesmaids' dresses: Show Me Your Mumu | Catering: Bella Collina | Makeup: APG Makeup | Hair: Hair by Elena | Lighting: Kaleidoscope Event Lighting | DJ: Liquid Jay | Groomsmen ties: Express | Groomsmen's attire: Calvin Klein | Officiant: Pastor Calvin Gittner | Bridal shop: Bridal LTD Gallery | Dress designer: Essense Of Australia | Film Processing: Richard Photo Lab | Golf Course: Bella Collina | Groomsmen shirts: Banana Republic | Paper goods: Bliss Paper Boutique | Rentals: RW Events | Wedding rings: Labosco's Jewelry Castle

Inspiration comes in many forms, but my favorite kind? The simple beauty that’s all around us in nature. That’s exactly what this shoot from Elisa Bricker and Bijou Bride embodies, from the ribbons swaying in the wind like dancing blades of grass to the soft grays and blues on the table that resemble a romantic sky. It happens to make for some seriously gorgeous wedding inspiration—and it’s all right here for the taking.

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From Elisa Bricker… This shoot is inspired by the natural landscape and colors of the countryside of Wales. Throughout the planning process, we emphasized the rolling hills and blue skies in the natural environment. The movement of the grasses and the wind in the trees are echoed by the movement of the Bride’s hair and dress. The most beautiful part of the day was when we stumbled across a field of bluebells!

Photography: Elisa Bricker | Floral Design: Designer Blooms | Reception Venue: fforest | Shoes: Freya Rose | Jewelry: Jon Richard | Jewelry: Suz Somersall | Hair and Makeup: Jenn Edwards | Calligraphy: Julie Ha | Cake Designer: Piece of Cake | Dress Designer: Shehurina | Film Lab: Richard Photo Lab | Ribbon and Styling Cloth: Frou Frou Chic | Ring Box: The Mrs Box | Stylist / Planner: The Bijou Bride | Workshop: Snap Photo Fest

Celebrating ten glorious years in the photography business, Anna Wu decided to throw a flower and champagne filled bash perfect for this milestone. With bright blooms by Studio Wildflower, an array of macarons and sweet treats by La Chinoiserie and the prettiest watercolor papergoods, this photographer knows her way around a great party and it shows.

It’s not every day your little business turns ten! I am so thankful to have been photographing weddings now for a decade, and I am happy to report that it hasn’t gotten old. I still love photography and weddings and hope to keep photographing for another ten years and beyond.

In honor of the anniversary, I threw a little celebration in the back yard of my studio. We fully embraced color with gorgeous florals from Studio Wildflower. 

We had beautiful milk glass goblets and clear champagne coupes from Katybirds. The cake stands were provided by Julia’s Cake Stand Rentals. 

And all the sweet treats were created by one of my former brides, Joyce. She has since become a pastry chef with her own business, La Chinoiserie. 

Finally, I put my latest hobby, watercolors, to good use with my own DIY signage. Many thanks to everyone who has supported me and my business in every step along the way. Cheers to ten years!

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Photographer: Anna Wu Photography | Flowers: Studio Wildflower | Calligraphy: Anna Wu | Cake Stands: Julia's Cake Stand Rentals | Glassware: Katy Birds Shop | Sweet Treats: La Chinoiserie

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You may have heard Pantone’s big announcement that greenery is officially the color “it” of 2017 and we’re seeing it in weddings all across the board. Longtime sweethearts, Lillian and Alex translated the trend for their modern Texas nuptials with lush garden greens in every detail, including mismatched ‘maids in every varied shade. Get inspired by the photos from Honey Gem Creative and don’t miss the couple’s al fresco rehearsal dinner tucked inside the gallery.

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Lillian and Alex have known each other since elementary school, were best friends in high school, and started dating after college! This is a real life fairytale and it totally melts my heart! Their love is so genuine and sincere and it radiated on their wedding day. The wedding was designed by the bride and her talented wedding planner Camille Ross, who went with the theme of greenery. The bridesmaids wore varying emerald green gowns to compliment the look of the wedding.

Guests were greeted with a glass of champagne topped with a raspberry where they mingled and made their way to the ceremony location at the ever-gorgeous Prospect House. Post-ceremony, guests enjoyed a mix of barbecue and Tex-Mex (the perfect Austin tradition) from Valentina’s catering and danced the night away to a playlist of greatest hits selected by the groom- a big time music buff! The groom also provided all of the printed materials for the wedding and rehearsal dinner including menus, cups, napkins, bar signage, save the dates and the invitation itself.

The theme of greenery was seen throughout the wedding with cactus placed throughout the entire venue, as well as greenery garlands on the tablescapes, greenery topped wedding cake and cup cakes with hand-piped buttercream succulents. The team created a greenery wall with ferns that made for a great backdrop for the photo booth later on in the evening.

A special touch to their wedding was the groom’s handkerchief embroidered with the letters of his late sister, so she could be with them throughout the wedding. The bride also had the same sewn into her dress which added the perfect sentimental touch to their special day.

Photography: Honey Gem Creative | Wedding Planning: Camille Ross | Floral Design : Prickly Pear | Wedding Dress: Theia | Wedding Cake: Quacks Bakery | Ceremony Venue: Prospect House | Catering: Valentina's | Hair and Makeup: Rae Cosmetics | DJ: Q. Davidson | Bridal Boutique : Unbridaled | Photo Booth: Pixster Photo Booths | Rehearsal Dinner Catering: Noble Sandwich CO

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When it comes to intimates, the choices can often be a bit overwhelming and seemingly uncomfortable, especially if you generally choose loungewear over lingerie. However, if your honeymoon is around the corner, you may be considering slipping into something a little sexier for the special occasion.

While garter belts and teddy’s with so many cut-outs it’s hard to tell where your head goes may feel like the only option, there is an abundance of lingerie that is both comfortable AND sexy.

Here are 10 pieces of beautiful, bedroom-worthy intimates, from robes to rompers, that you will actually want to wear again and again.

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Whether you’re still selecting the perfect wedding band for your big day or you’ve already found your entertainment and now want to make sure they’ll pull off the vibe you envision for your reception party, the experts at ONE Entertainment are here to help. Having performed a variety of styles of music around the globe, they’re sharing their vast experience below by answering your most pressing questions about wedding bands!

How do we know if a band is legitimate?

Clients are relieved to know that we have performed many times before, making us experienced in what we do, and we are able to prove this experience in more than one way. Our advice on how to ensure that a band is legitimate before booking them would be to search for online presence, make sure to see plenty of visual and audio footage recorded at events (not just from a recording studio/video shoot), and of course read some of their testimonials! Don’t forget word of mouth has great power, too!

Are there any hidden charges like overtime?

We usually adhere to one set price so there are no surprise costs added – even if our set runs past midnight! But there are some bands that do increase their prices per number of performances or that charge over time, especially past midnight, so it is important to read the fine print and know exactly what you will be getting for your money

What happens if any of the band members are unwell on the day of our wedding?

This is a very important question to ask, as you don’t want a band to turn up on your big day who have never played together before! You must find out that if any of the band are unwell or unavailable that they have a suitable replacement who is up to the same standard. Ask for audio and visual references to ensure this!

We haven’t chosen our first dance yet. Can I ask my band for suggestions?

This is a great question to ask your band as your first dance is one of most special moments of your wedding day. We find this question easy to answer once meeting the Bride and Groom and getting a general understanding of their journey together and their musical tastes. We are then able to suggest the perfect first dance song for them, and often your band will be able to create something bespoke (for example, slowing down a fast song or making it acoustic, etc.). Make sure your band will make time to meet with you and that they want to get to know you, as they probably have a vast list of songs up their sleeves you may not have even considered as a first dance!

Will my band have a list of songs that they perform?

We feel it is important for Brides and Grooms (and sometimes other family members) to have an input in creating the set list for their special day and make it as personalized as possible! Most bands enjoy playing different songs at different weddings and not sticking to a ‘set’ list as that would get a little boring if they did! When discussing music choices with your band, be honest about your likes and dislikes and make sure they are able to accommodate your requests! It is always important, too, that a band is able to read the crowd and alter songs accordingly, so don’t be afraid to ask them for an example scenario of when they had to adjust their music to match the vibe of the guests at a wedding!

My wedding has a specific style. How will I know if the band members will be dressed appropriately?

Most bands tend to have a uniform or costume that looks really smart, but a good way to tell if your band will turn up looking great is by watching their promo videos – if they are not dressed well in their promo videos, they will probably not dress well on the night!

What style and size band do I need for my wedding?

This answer depends on your venue, the type of music you would like, and your budget. Bands can range from a duo to 25 pieces, cover a variety of styles of music, and can range vastly in budget. The following are the sizes of bands we recommend for different weddings, so you can narrow down your search:

• For small weddings (less than 100 guests) and intimate venues, choose a six piece band.
• For more than a hundred guests, you will require a larger reception venue and, in turn, a larger band. We believe an 8 piece band is a perfect size as it has the components (drums, keys, guitar, bass, saxophone, and three singers) necessary to play any song and any style of music!
• To maximize the sound quality in a room with the capacity for a very large wedding (think grand ballroom, huge outdoor space, 250+ guests) – or if you just want a party atmosphere – choose a show band!

If the band members are good at their job, they shouldn’t have any problem making sure the dance floor is full all night long no matter what you choose!

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Tying the knot fresh out of college means rushing around Bloomingdale’s and scanning everything you can. But if you’ve already been adulting for awhile, registering can be a little bit trickier. So how to register when you and yours already have everything? Scroll for our tips on curating the perfect registry… even if you don’t think you need it.

1. Smeg 2-Slice Toaster 2. Villeroy & Boch Casale Blu Dinnerware 3. Frette Balze Throw 4. Ralph Lauren Nadiya Sheets 5. All-Clad Stainless Steel 7-Piece Cookware Set

ONE: UPGRADE!

Sure, you already have a toaster, but it’s the toaster you’ve been rockin’ since college, so a newer, better version is a definite must. And all of those other kitchen essentials, decor, bathroom and bedroom must-haves? It’s time to REFRESH and really turn that house into an HGTV-worthy wonderland. Because you may already own “everything,” but starting that new life together means creating a space that is perfect for hosting overnight guests and monthly dinner parties… and that means some improvements are definitely in order.

1. Umbra Mira Mirror 2. Art Addiction Inc. Succulent Silhouette Wall Art 3. Jonathan Adler Metallic Zebra Dish 4. Safavieh Casablanca Rug Collection 5. W&P Design LLC Pineapple Glassware 6. Orbit Key Finder

TWO: THINK OUTSIDE THE BOX

You can’t start your life together without fine china and beautiful flatware, but don’t be afraid to also add things to your registry that are a little outside the box. Think jewelry boxes, desk accessories and even gorgeous artwork. Have your eye on something a little larger, like an amazing sofa? Go for it. Making sure your registry has items that span price ranges will give your guests the opportunity to spend what they’re comfortable with. Which may mean pooling their money together for that cozy gift of a lifetime.

1. Bric’s Firenze 22″ Cargo Duffel 2. Master & Dynamic Wireless Over-Ear Headphones 3. Ralph Lauren Pique Travel Blanket 4. Rimowa Topas Silver Cabin Multi-Wheel IATA 5. W&P Design The Carry On Cocktail Kit 6. Bag-All New Yorker Laundry Bag

THREE: GET YOUR TRAVEL GAME ON POINT

We all love vacations, but sometimes the journey isn’t as much fun as the destination, unless you have the right luggage + travel essentials to take along with you. Thought that your registry was reserved exclusively for kitchen gadgets? Nope. Registering for items like duffel bags and in-flight necessities can literally change your life. So along with that juicer you love, add items that will help you navigate all of those amazing adventures you’ll be taking… because there will be a lot of them.

You may think you have everything you need, but The Registry at Bloomingdale’s will def prove you wrong. They’ll even help you out with guides on how to layout your tabletop and couples’ cookware classes. So if you’re ready to dive in, contact one of their talented Registry Consultants to chat about their fab products and amazing perks + benefits, like a 10% Off Completion Offer and a Big Brown App. Then register your hearts out and start living your best life with the one you love.

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