Cacti can be ultra romantic and these pics by Rachel Solomon are all the proof you need. This outdoor celebration combined the flair of New Orleans with the textures and colors of the Southwest – and it all worked out perfectly, thanks to Louise Thomas of Events Made Special. Black Sheep Filmworks captured the action live and their film and all the pics are in our Vault right this way!

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From the Bride… Steven and I started dating almost five years to the day before our wedding. He was a pre-med student with big travel and career aspirations, who saw himself getting married at age 32. I was a romantic dreamer who saw myself married young like my parents and their parents before them. Despite our different plans and personalities – or rather because of them – we began to create a beautiful, vibrant, and joyful life together. Within a month, we were in love, and we never looked back. It was this wonderful coming together of cultures and personalities that inspired our wedding day. We wanted to combine all of our favorite things in an unexpected, yet refreshing way. Growing up in Tucson, I have always marveled at the beauty of the desert. I love the way the fuchsia of bougainvillea, the crisp white of saguaro blooms, and the soft green of prickly pear cacti come together to reveal a delicate beauty. So for our wedding day, we chose to use these colors to create a happy, festive atmosphere that complemented the natural beauty of our surroundings. We also knew we wanted to incorporate some New Orleans flare – as the city is a part of Steven’s heritage and has been our home for the last three years. So we chose to name our tables after some of our favorite streets in the French Quarter, and asked the JJ’s to lead us and our guests from dinner to the ballroom in a classic New Orleans “second line.” As the night progressed we chose to exaggerate the exotic nature of the desert with dramatic gold linens, Moroccan lanterns, and a hookah lounge. Finally, staying true to our New Orleans vibe we served late night snacks to keep the party going until the early morning. We owe endless thanks to our friends and families, especially our parents. We also want to thank Louise Thomas for catching our vision, without whom our wedding day would not have been half as beautiful. We feel so blessed to have experienced such a perfect day.

From Events Made Special… The vibe for the magnificent wedding of Kylli and Steven beautifully played off the elegance of the Ritz-Carlton with a very romantic-fairytale feel. In it’s sophistication, guests witnessed elegant details with touches of the Southwest or maybe even Santorini, with a Moorish or Mediterranean feel. Beautiful reds, pinks, bougainvillea, and eucalyptus were threaded throughout the event which was staged in 4 parts. The ceremony boldly presented a flourish of pinks and fuchsia, embellishing the natural wood framework behind the bride and groom. The wooden structure also framed the pair of saguaro cactus that grow on the mountainside behind this romantic grassy site. The aisle was accented with rose petals of pink and fuchsia along with huge stone pots filled with a lavish amount of florals and greenery. During the transition from the ceremony to cocktail hour, Latin Fusion entertainment filled the air as guests were offered prickly pear margaritas along with a top shelf selection of cocktails and Ritz-Carlton appetizers. A vintage wooden table layered in ivory lace held elevations of cobalt blue Mexican shot glasses filled with mini-succulents tagged with handmade escort cards. As the night progressed the dinner reception moved towards Southern Spain with an almost Mediterranean/Moorish vibe with a look that subtly exaggerated the exotic desert feel. The long wooden runs of vineyard tables held an assortment of tablescapes that included black iron candelabras, gold baroque candlesticks, mercury glass, cobalt blue chargers, and colored glassware. Kylli wanted the reception to feel like a royal banquet out of a storybook. Indeed it did…with bistro lights overhead and a full moon in the distance. Timeless, textured, celebratory and enchanting. Fireworks were the surprise factor that evolved as the groom was toasting his appreciation to the family.

Photography: Rachel Solomon Photography | Videography: Black Sheep Filmworks | Event Design: Hale Koa phineas Estate | Floral Design: Avant Garde Studio | Wedding Dress: Vera Wang | Stationery: Studio BDR | Reception Venue: Vera Wang Papers | Bridesmaids' Dresses: Jenny Yoo | Hair + Makeup: Margarita GoDiva | Calligraphy: Jillian Vandall | DJ: Satyr Entertainment | Band: The JJ's Band | Ceremony + Dinner Music: Tesoro | Rentals: Classic Party Rentals | Specialty Rentals (linens, accessories, decor): Hale Koa phineas Estate

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They say that birds of a feather flock together and this home tour is proving that point. Event stylists behind LA Party Stylists and besties decided to give both their Los Angeles homes a revamp with the help of Natalie Myers of Veneer Designs and the results are pure perfection. First up we have Marisa who had a vision of modern bohemian while maintaining the classic bones of her home. See how that gorgeous, eclectic mix plays out with even more shot by Amy Bartlam in the VAULT.

Marisa had a clear vision and a tight budget to achieve the modern bohemian look she adored and make it mesh with the traditional bones of the home. 

We reused much of her existing furniture from her previous home but added a few dramatic new changes to make the home feel new, fresh, and quite different than its previous beige and ornate version.

A low danish style lounge chair balances the more formal sofa and the stacks of art books and Marisa’s amazing art collection make the living room feel like a Parisian salon. Ethnic textiles throughout the home give it a layered thoughtful feel.

The dining room boast an oversized round brass mirror, a console from West Elm that was raised to buffet height with taller hairpin legs, and a West Elm dining table and chairs.

The shibori Milton & King wallpaper steals the show. Serena and Lily navy blue color block window panels tie into the kitchen cabinets’ navy blue and the relaxed sophistication of the white linen slipcover on the existing sofa.

The kitchen cabinets were painted the same Hale Navy color and adorned with brass knobs and handles from Schoolhouse Electric.

We dressed up the breakfast dining nook with new natural colored wishbone chairs, custom pads made of Kantha quilts for the tulip base chairs, and a rad Park Studio LA chandelier.

Changes to the stairs included ripping the carpets off, painting them and the railings Hale Navy, and installing a kilim runner.

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6 'Rules' You Should Be Breaking in Your Home

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6 'Rules' You Should Be Breaking in Your Home

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Photography: Amy Bartlam | Home of: LA Party Stylists | Interior Design: Natalie Myers Of Veneer Designs

In the bride’s words, “My mom has instilled in me a love for nature and gardening, so naturally, I embraced a romantic garden vibe.” That point of inspiration turned into a tented wedding ceremony that brought the outdoors in with branches, greenery, and lush florals throughout. Believe us, your Friday is about to get so much prettier thanks to images from the lens of Michelle Lange.

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From the Bride… After the excitement of the engagement settled, I turned to Pinterest and other online blogs to gain inspiration. I soon found that I was getting both overwhelmed and lost in a world of wedding expectations that were excessive and simply unrealistic. Once I realized that I wanted to base the theme around inspirations from my loved ones, my vision came to life. My mom has instilled in me a love for nature and gardening, so naturally, I embraced a romantic garden vibe.

The florals were a beautiful mix of ivory and blush shades with hints of loose flowing greenery throughout. Anthology Studio created gorgeous arrangements that climbed up intricate pieces of driftwood. The stationary mimicked these florals, many of which my mom and I designed together. My dad and I created the slate table numbers one afternoon using slate from their yard. We continued this garden theme with the unique place card display my mom created using vintage drawers from my grandmother’s sewing machine that she filled with an ivory flower bed for the cards.

Both my mom and Josh’s mom are cancer survivors, so we decided to make a generous donation to the American Cancer Society’s Coaches vs. Cancer chapter in lieu of traditional favors. During our ceremony, we incorporated a special Polish tradition in honor of my grandfather and his heritage. I’ll always remember the smile on his face as he passed us the heirloom cup of wine and dish of Polish bread.

I wore an ivory high-neck lace dress, one that my mom and grandmother instantly agreed fit the romantic feel. I allowed each of my bridesmaids pick a blush dress of their choice from BHLDN, and they looked absolutely stunning. Josh and his groomsmen all love and work in athletics, so Josh bought them matching Nikes to pair with their gray suits. We each wanted our closest friends to be psyched about what they were wearing, and the consensus was that we delivered!

My favorite moment was a brief one that only Josh and I shared, but it was one that I’ll treasure forever. We asked the band to play “I Will Wait” by Mumford and Sons for our first dance. Though untraditional, the song has been a sort of anthem to the long distance portion of our relationship. Josh told me in the middle of our dance that he listened to the song during his morning commute, thankful everyday that I was willing to “wait” for him. The fact that you caught this touching moment on camera was wonderful!

Now that the thank you notes are sent and the gifts are put away, I can look back and realize I’m proud that each design element paid some sort of special tribute to a loved one of ours. I truly didn’t see everything come together until I saw it all documented in the collection of gorgeous photographs you captured. I recently scanned through my old wedding Pinterest boards, and I’m thankful we went in a unique direction to create a romantic vision of our own that honored the ones who mean the most.

Photography: Michelle Lange Photography | Event Design: Anthology Design Studio | Floral Design: Anthology Design Studio | Stationery: Wedding Paper Divas | Bridesmaids' Dresses: BHLDN | Makeup : Strut | Hair Stylist: Robyn Colores | Band: Silver Arrow Band | Groom's Attire: Jos. A. Bank | Wedding Venue: Saratoga National Golf Club | Bridal Shop: Ferri Formals and Bridals | Bridesmaids Robes: Plum Pretty Sugar | Groom's Shoes : Nike | Wedding Officiant : Victoria O. Mine

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As a work-from-home gal, I have to admit, every day is casual Friday for me. In fact, I like to practice ‘fancy Fridays’ to spice it up a bit. Totally not trying to rub it in office-bound peeps, sorry. But, I think in today’s world, the typical office job doesn’t necessarily mean suit pant/blouse anymore. So, maybe you can pull off some of these looks outside of Friday, too. Either way, these five outfit ideas are a surefire way to stay comfy and look like a million bucks doing it.

Stylish Outfits to Wear on Casual Friday

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Stylish Outfits to Wear on Casual Friday

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If you’re looking to design a wedding that stands the test of time, take cues from this couple who held their big day at San Francisco’s City Hall. Reminiscent of some of their favorite architecture in Paris, they played off the venue’s dramatic backdrop pulling in shades of gold, ivory and dusty gray blues. Of course, the day wouldn’t have come together without a crew of talent, and Charmed Events Group, Amy Burke Designs, Got Light and La Tavola were a few who made it happen. Caroline Tran photographed and the images are a dream day realized.

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Warren and Debra both knew they wanted a wedding that was classic and timeless, yet modern with hints of Old World European elegance. One of their favorite places in the world is Paris and they chose San Francisco City Hall as their venue for its reminiscent characteristics of the Palais de l’Institut de France right in front of the Pont des Arts where they added their love lock to the once extant bridge of padlocks. The breathtaking San Francisco landmark was also the perfect backdrop for them with its high ceilings, intricate details and touches of gold. They wanted to play off of what already existed at the venue and pulled soft colors of ivory, gold and dusty gray blues from the venue to compliment what already existed. Touches of Old World European and personal sentiments were sprinkled throughout the details of our wedding. The romantic, ethereal feel of the day was brought out by the custom calligraphy from Written Word Calligraphy and gorgeous, lush arrangements of garden roses, peonies, and Debra’s favorite flower, anemones, by Amy Burke Designs.

Candles and gold trays adorned the reception to add to the dreamy mood of the elegant rotunda. A mirrored sign read, “Hold my hand and we will reach the moon”, which was what Warren had written to Debra in a birthday card when they first started dating. What was most special was the memorial table, which honored Debra’s late father. It was lit with candles in his loving memory and displayed her favorite photos of them together. Their most unforgettable moments from the wedding included their first look, exchanging personal vows in front of loved ones, the heartfelt yet hilarious toasts and the relishing feeling of finally being husband and wife during their first dance. It was simply a magical day to remember.

Her wedding dress was made by none other than Vera Wang. When searching for the perfect dress, Debra found it a little hard translating her personal style into bridal. As soon as she saw Petra in her Fall-Winter 2015 Campaign, she knew she had to try her on. The Petra embodied everything Debra wanted; it was edgy yet clean and modern with touches of subtle romanticism in the peony lace skirt. The entire dress had an insouciant feel to it. To complete the look, she paired her dress with a pair of gorgeous python pumps by Tom Ford. Debra said, “Our perfectly special day would not have been possible without our team of amazing vendors. We are so grateful for this passionate and talented group of people who exceeded our expectations and then some! BethAnn from Studio Cake created the most delicious guava and coconut cake, our guests could not stop raving about it!

To capture the beauty and intimacy of every moment, we chose the amazing Caroline Tran for her soft and airy aesthetic. She has an incredible eye and a true gift of making people feel so comfortable around her in front of the camera! And last, but certainly not least, our wedding day was absolutely faultless thanks to wedding designer and planner turned friend, Frances Liu from Charmed Events Group. It was such a privilege to work with her. Her attention to detail and chic flair helped bring our dream wedding to life.”

Photography: Caroline Tran Photography | Cinematography: The Film Squad | Event Design: Charmed Events Group, LLC | Floral Design: Amy Burke Designs | Wedding Dress: Vera Wang | Cake: Studio Cake | Bride's Shoes: Tom Ford | Hair + Makeup: TEAM Hair and Makeup | Calligraphy: Written Word Calligraphy | DJ: DJ Kenfused | Groom's Attire: The Black Tux | Venue: San Francisco City Hall | Bartender: The Bartender Company | Lighting + Draping: Got Light | Linens: BBJ La Tavola | Photo Booth: Magnolia Photo Booth Co. | Rentals: Frances Lane | Rentals: Standard Party Rentals | Ribbon + Silk: Silk and Willow | Ring Box: The Mrs Box | string trio: Corelli Strings

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Hang around these parts long enough and you’ll quickly realize one thing: we love, love, love a nautical wedding. So today we’re breaking down a fab list of 10 Must-Haves for YOUR maritime-inspired soiree, all with the help of our friends at The Duchess.  It’s a step by step guide to that seaside affair you’ve always wanted, complete with a seriously awesome locale.  Scroll below for a look.

THE LOCALE TO END ALL LOCALES

You can’t have an awesome nautical wedding without an equally as awesome locale and when it comes to take-your-breath-away venues perfect for saying “I do” seaside-style, The Duchess is IT. Think an ultra-elegant setting with hardwood dance floors, full-service bars and stunning contemporary decor. Not to mention climate-controlled interiors and fab outdoor furniture for lounging under the stars. This is celebrating in style… and then some.

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PRETTY PAPER GOODS

You’ll most definitely want every.single.one of your our nearest and dearest on hand to celebrate your BIG moment, so be sure to invite them to the Party of the Century with some pretty paper goods that scream Nautical Chic.  I’m talking a gorgeous suite that is most definitely seaside inspired, so your guests know they’ll need to grab those boat shoes and get ready to dance the night away, bubbly included.

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A FUN-FILLED REHEARSAL DINNER

Rehearsal dinners are ALWAYS a good time, but a rehearsal dinner pre-nautical wedding? Sooo awesome. Think a lobster or clam bake with the cutest details, all held seaside at a crazy cool venue like the Fish Bar, Pier 81’s IT seafood lounge and rooftop.  Starting your events off right has never been more fun… or convenient.

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CREATIVE PLACE CARDS

You can’t have a nautical wedding without some sweet rope detailing, so throwing some nods to your boating skills on your place cards is, well… totally awesome.  Not to mention that it’s a fab way to add a little touch of your theme to the proceedings without being too over the top. We honestly adore that.

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TOTALLY AWESOME ROPE VASES

And speaking of fabulous ways to add some knot-inspired details to your Big Day… DIYing some special touches, like these amazing rope vases, is a definite MUST.  You’ll be adding a touch of personalization your guests will absolutely adore, plus you can sit back and admire your hard work the day of. It’s what we call a win-win, loves.

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STUNNING SEERSUCKER

You know we love a stylish groom and it doesn’t get much better than a handsome Mister rockin’ some seersucker.  Whether it’s simply a suit jacket or you prefer an all-out ensemble, adding this gorgeous fabric to your Big Day lineup is a definite MUST… and throwing in that dapper bow tie doesn’t hurt, either.

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A CRAZY COOL COMPASS

You can’t have an awesome nautical wedding without a little ode to compasses. That’s basically a fact. So why not add those sweet Save the Dates to your lineup?  They’re totally unique + seriously stunning AND set the mood the minute your guests receive them. We’re obsessed.

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THE PERFECT GIFT FOR GUESTS

Start your guests off with the coolest compass ever and send them away at the end of the night with a little pack of helpful items for the day AFTER.  Think everything from ibuprofen to a pack of tissues to those much needed breath mints. Trust us, this is a detail your nearest and dearest will LOVE.

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ANCHORS AWAY

Saying “I do” in a nautical wedding just wouldn’t be right without a little anchor love.  Add this must-have detailing with sweet DIY pillows, table linens or even place cards or table numbers.  Just don’t throw your Big Day bash without one.

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YOUR ONE TRUE LOVE

Sure, you need all of the amazing details to pull off a nautical wedding, but the one thing you can’t do without? Your one true love.  Because when all is said and done, you’ll be happily sitting on one of The Duchess’ fabulous decks, staring at the breathtaking skyline that is the world’s greatest city (NYC, of course) and sipping champagne while your guests party the night away in high style. It just doesn’t get any better than that.

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Contact The Duchess TODAY to begin planning your nautical wedding.  Your dream day is waiting, loves.

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Photography (Top to Bottom):  The Duchess (Image 1) + KT Merry (Image 2) + Kirsten Julia (Image 3) + Arielle Doneson (Image 4) + Style Me Pretty Living (Image 5) + T&C Photographie (Image 6) + KT Merry (Image 7) + Love & Light Photographs (Image 8) + Ruth Eileen Photography (Image 9) + I Do Weddings (Image 10)

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We swoon over pretty paper goods on the daily, but when it comes to choosing the perfect invites for our very own Big Days? We need help. So today we’re turning to our friends at Wedding Paper Divas for a breakdown of the who, what and where of invitation suites – from selecting the right style to picking the perfect embellishments. Scroll below for a look.

CHOOSING YOUR STYLE

Setting the right tone for your Big Day begins and ends with your invitation suite, so making sure your style is reflected in every.last.piece of gorgeous paper? Sooo important.  Which means that whether you’re saying “I do” on a rooftop overlooking the city or barefoot in your favorite garden, your invitations should most definitely reflect your Big Day choices.  Here’s a helpful rundown to see just where you fit:

VINTAGE

This style is for all of you ladies planning on rockin’ your grandmother’s lace gown or partying the night away on New Year’s Eve in Great Gatsby fashion.  In other words? You love things that are a tad bit old fashioned.. and your wedding will most definitely reflect that.

MODERN

Streamlined and contemporary, you like things to be clean and sophisticated with just a touch of luxurious flare.  This style is for the daring duos tying the knot in a loft or in your favorite art museum.

WHIMSICAL

Your groom plans to don his favorite pair of suspenders and YOU plan on incorporating sweet little Parisian details into every.last.moment of your Big Day, because that is where you and your love met. One look at your wedding day and it’s obvious that whimsy and romance rule the roost, and your invites should be just as awesome.

CLASSIC & FORMAL

Ever since you first saw Cinderella, you knew a classic wedding was for you.  Think a breathtaking ballgown, a traditional ceremony in your childhood chapel and a ballroom reception with champagne flowing all night long.  You’ll most definitely want to set the tone for this Black Tie affair, starting with the Save the Date, so your guests know this is a night to get their fancy on.

RUSTIC

Calling all of you lovers of lace gowns, barn dancin’ and mason jars: this style is for you. Whether that’s an all-out rustic affair in the mountains of Montana or a sweet rustic meets romantic affair in a vineyard in Southern Cal, this is definitely the style you’ll want to announce the celebrations with.

PHOTO

Don’t want to stick to a theme or style and would rather showcase your glowing mugs? Well, Wedding Paper Divas has that, too.  Choose this style for ANY wedding you wish… your guests will be happy to see that true love smiling through ever piece of correspondence.

CHOOSING YOUR FEATURES

You can’t have a wedding invitation without adding a little extra bling.  And Wedding Paper Diva’s fabulous options? Well, they’ll make your heart happy.  From personalized foil-stamping to laser-cut intricacies, your invite will most definitely make a statement. Keep scrolling for the options…

FOIL-STAMPED

To get technical, foil-stamping is a printing technique where foil is permanently adhered to your invite. To get non-technical, it makes your invites look really, really pretty.  Available in gold, silver, rose gold and copper, the foil-stamped options at Wedding Paper Divas will most definitely leave your guests talking… and they shimmer, y’all. They shimmer.

LASER-CUT

Laser-cut invitations always, always make a statement and the lineup at Wedding Paper Divas is certainly no exception. From romantic to modern, wowing your guests has never been easier than with these intricate designs that are as delicate as they are impressive.

LETTERPRESS

A time-honored technique that dates back to the 1400’s (seriously!), letterpress invites are perfect for everything from casual beach affairs to that 500-person ballroom soiree. All of you paper lovers will agree, letterpress is ah-mazing. And, oh are they ever stunning.  So, so stunning.

THERMOGRAPHY

Thermography (aka, engraving’s little cousin) makes a bold statement with its raised printing technique and cost-effective price tag.  The combo is music to any bride’s ears… and it looks absolutely beautiful when sent out to your nearest and dearest. You can’t go wrong here.

PERSONALIZED FOIL

Take everything you know about foil-stamped invites and then PERSONALIZE THEM. Yep, you read that right… Wedding Paper Divas now offers personalized foil-stamped pretties that are as awesome as they sound.  It’s like having your name in lights from the minute you send out those Save the Dates. You can’t make this stuff up.

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Head to Wedding Paper Divas NOW to begin your journey towards that invitation suite of your dreams AND peruse their amazing paper options, from Signature Matte to Pearl White Shimmer to Luxe Cotton. And don’t forget that from September 14th – 20th you’ll receive up to 25% off an entire Wedding Suite and from September 15th – 19th, you’ll receive up to 30% off Save the Dates!

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For those of you who are thinking about planning an outdoor ceremony, let this stunning State Park ceremony be the deciding fact to GO. FOR. IT. Because the outcome? It’s simply put, beyond. With the massively talented Graham Terhune Photography behind the lens snapping up wedding day perfection, we’ve got every stunning detail waiting for you in The Vault!

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From the Bride… Our wedding was a dream that started with the proposal. Or, as we like to call it, the proPottsal! Michael was working in North Carolina at the time, and I was in graduate school in California. He spent months planning it with my family, and gave me an incredibly romantic surprise proposal. The first place he ever said “I love you” was on a mountain top in California at the end of a long hike together.

Finally, we spent a lot of time thinking about details that would give our wedding a personal touch, and some of my favorite pieces were the hand painted wooden signs, the floral heart-shaped wreath displayed as guests entered, and all of the milk glass vases and antique champagne glasses that my mom spent a year painstakingly collecting. Thank you for everything, Mama! Now, we are happily and excitedly reliving it all through the amazing lens of Graham Terhune Photography. They caught so many beautiful, fleeting moments that we will treasure forever! It was perfect and I wouldn’t change a thing.

Photography: Anagram Photo | Floral Design: Forever Yours Flowers and Gifts | Wedding Dress: Janet Ventura | Cake: Emily's Catering And Cakes | Bridesmaids' Dresses: White House Black Market | Catering: Emily's Catering And Cakes | Makeup: Emily Holthaus | Hair: Ashley Bentley | DJ: Encore Productions | DJ: Encore Entertainment | Groomsmen's Attire: Men's Wearhouse | Wedding Venue: Empire Mine State Park

When Hollywood “It” girl Amanda Seyfried stepped out in NYC this week she was rocking a little something extra on THAT left-hand finger. But rather than follow suit with celebrities like Kim Kardashian, Amanda opted for a minimalist gold band that proved simple and chic can easily go hand-in-hand. We’re so on board with her nontraditional approach and can only wait to see what the wedding day will hold. More Amanda-inspired ring looks below!

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Wedding Bands Chic Enough to Rock As an Engagement Ring!

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Rock An Engagement Band Like Amanda Seyfried

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There are certain places where romance just lingers in the air, and when it comes to pulling off the perfect marriage proposal, romance is key. Whether she (or he!) knows it’s coming, or it’s the surprise of the century, your proposal story is one you’ll tell over and over again for the rest of your lives, so make it extra special by getting down on one knee in one of these lovely locales!

Where You Need to Get Engaged

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Where You Need to Get Engaged

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I’m pretty sure that anything preceded by the word ‘funfetti’ is bound to be a crowd-pleaser. But these waffles dreamt up by A Sweet Savory (that debuted in today’s ‘cereal’ party) are next level. Breakfast and sweets lovers unite, this is one recipe you’ll want to pin for the archives! See more from the full party captured by Emma Feil Photography.

Melissa BaranFunfetti Waffles

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• 2 cup all-purpose flour
• 1 tsp salt
• 4 tsp baking powder
• 3 tbsp sugar
• 2 tsp vanilla extract
• 2 eggs
• 1 1/2 cups buttermilk
• 1/3 cup unsalted butter, melted
• 8 oz white chocolate
• 1 cup Frosted Flakes,
• 1/4 cup rainbow sprinkles

Instructions

1. Preheat your waffle iron to desired temperature.
2. In a large bowl, whisk flour, salt, baking powder, and sugar until combined.
3. In a smaller bowl, whisk vanilla, eggs, buttermilk and melted butter together. Add the wet ingredients into the dry and whisk just until thoroughly combined.
4. Once your waffle iron is preheated, spray with nonstick cooking spray in needed.
5. Ladle the batter into the waffle iron, and cook until waffles are golden and crispy on outside.
6. Take your waffle out of the iron and cut your waffle into fours (or wherever your waffle would naturally separate).
7. Finish cooking until all your batter is used up.
8. Melt your white chocolate in a double broiler or in a microwave (in a small glass bowl) until chocolate is completely melted.
9. Dip each waffle edge into the white chocolate and set on a parchment lined baking sheet. Sprinkle the edges with Frosted Flakes (I like to make the cereal a little smaller by lightly crushing in my hands before sprinkling) and rainbow sprinkles.

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Photography: Emma Feil | Cake + Treats: A Sweet Savory | Cereal Tees: Junk Food Clothing | Decor: Target | Decor: Meri Meri Toot Sweet | Decor: Paper Source | Event Design and Hostess: Leslie Bruce

Just because you’re saying “I do” in Colorado doesn’t mean you have to have an uber casual celebration; we’re all for combining opposite styles to create something truly spectacular. And that’s just what happened here, when elegance and sparkle meet rustic romance. Carrie King captured it all and her pics are giving us Pinterest fever all over again – see more in our Vault right this way!

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From Carrie King… Although Jenny and Steven reside in Las Vegas, they decided to get married in Larkspur, Colorado at the gorgeous Spruce Mountain Ranch. The day was styled by the talented Sarah Viera Events and every detail was perfectly catered to Steven and Jennie as a couple. The rustic Colorado feel of Spruce Mountain Ranch provided the perfect contrast for their shimmering blush tablecloths (who doesn’t like sparkles at a wedding?), and their modern styled lounge area! The day began with some lingering clouds, but just before the ceremony the skies opened up and provided some beautiful Colorado sunlight while they said their vows to one another. Both agree that their favorite part of the day was their first kiss as man and wife! (So cute.) Steven and Jennie are both foodies, and their mirrored calligraphy menu board was a unique touch to display their carefully chosen menu! Their reception was such a special time of celebration for the new bride and groom filled with a polaroid guest book, cigars for the men, and champagne toasts all around! Thank you SO much for your time and I am so excited for this beautiful feature! 

Photography: Carrie King Photographer | Floral Design: Southern Charm Weddings And Events | Wedding Dress: Mori Lee | Invitations: Shine Wedding Invitations | Bride's Shoes: Badgley Mischka | Bridesmaids' Dresses: TFNC London | Catering: Catering By Design | Hair + Makeup: Glam Team | Calligraphy: Taryn Eklund Ink | DJ: FunctionPro DJ | Wedding Venue: Spruce Mountain Ranch | Baker: Sugar Plum Cake Shoppe | Beverages: Peak Beverage | Bridal Boutique: Kennedy Blue From Wedding Shoppe Inc | Bride's (reception) Shoes: Steve Madden | Event Planning + Styling: Sarah Viera | Film Processing: Richard Photo Lab | Lounge Set-up/Rentals: Yonder Floral And Decor House | Rentals: Event Rents | Velvet Ring Box: The Mrs Box

To say that Anna Camp + Skylar Astin’s Picture Perfect Vineyard Wedding hit all the right notes would be putting it lightly. From the Bride’s strapless Reem Acra ball gown, to their stunning Santa Ynez Valley venue, we’ve got the scoop on every bit of their star-studded celebration waiting to inspire your Big Day below!

We did it!!!!! Pinch me am I dreaming?! I love you more today than yesterday and only half as much as tomorrow….

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