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Fun, flowerless wedding shoot in Rancho Sante Fe

Posted by on October 20, 2011 · 5 Comments 

Here is proof that a wedding without flowers is not without character…

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This adorable, flowerless photo shoot is the result of a crafty collaboration between some of California’s finest wedding vendors.

The colors are vibrant, the setting is breathtaking and the details are abundant!

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I’m smitten over the abundance of eye catching splashes of hot hues, whimsical decorations and geometric patterns.

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Notice how many creative elements that unconventionally mimic the floral form including; the brooch bouquet by Fantasy Floral, the 3D frosted flowers on the Sweet and Saucy cake and the silk rose tablecloth and chair backs from Wildflower Linens.  SWEET!

With Becca Rillo behind the lens, every detail pops revealing the multiple textures and depths in every scene.

There’s a fantastic blend of dramatic and whimsical image styles in the set.

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Clearly, this flowerless wedding has no shortage of FUN which is key to making your celebration memorable :)

Big thanks to Sophia at Les Belles Affaires for submitting this photo shoot.

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The Gilt Groupe Wedding Sale is back!

Posted by on October 18, 2011 · Leave a Comment 

gilt wedding shopIf you are a soon to be Mrs, your to do list and calendar is probably filling up rather quickly these days.

One event you don’t want to miss is the Gilt Groupe wedding sale starting on Thursday, October 20 to October 24.

You deserve the very best on your big day and thanks to GILT, you may be actually be able to afford it.

Score your favorite designer fashions for much less and look picture perfect from head to toe at your shower, rehearsal dinner and down the aisle!

From Carolina Herrera runway gowns and Badgley Mischka Accessories to the “best of bridal picks” from celebrity wedding planner Colin Cowie

Judging by the steals and success stories from the last Gilt wedding shop, my anticipation and expectations are pretty much through the roof.

If there is anyone out there who has yet to become a member of the miraculous Gilt Groupe, follow this link to sign up and start saving!  Shop Savvy:)

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Preppy Wedding Inspiration

Posted by on October 2, 2011 · 1 Comment 

There is something about New England or East Coast style that inspires such timeless weddings.
The picture perfect wedding albums mimic expensive Ralph Lauren catalogues.
Tailored looks, impeccable landscapes, country clubs, sailboats, sea shores, etc. make frequent cameos.

Searching for some nautical or preppy wedding inspiration for your big day?  I’ve got you covered! Preppy wedding couple Above: A real preppy bride and groom (Shannon and Chris) found on Alchemy Hour Designs blog nautical-preppy-wedding-inspiration-2 Photo credits:

  1. Nautical mini cakes by The Caketress
  2. Invitations- Live Door blog
  3. Flowers by Catrina Maria
  4. Reception image by Joee Wong Photography
  5. Photo by Corey Hendrickson via Style me Pretty
  6. Groom’s attire found on Ellenor Design Blog
  7. Dress photo from My Wedding Concierge
  8. Flowers by Antheia via Brides.com
  9. Initials found on The Knot
  10. Custom invitation suite by J. Sullivan Design
  11. Nautical favor boxes from the Southern and Preppy Blog
  12. Striped groom’s tie found on Calliespondence
  13. Initialed anchor sign from Little Sprout Creations
  14. Centerpiece kit from Object Splendor

For more nautical and preppy wedding inspiration, check out these gorgeous real weddings:

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Art Deco Wedding Style

Posted by on August 31, 2011 · 3 Comments 

If you love the glitz and glamour of the roaring 1920′s, then you might consider having an art deco style wedding.

For your inspiration:

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The bridal look for less

Posted by on August 22, 2011 · 4 Comments 

After hours of research, I hope to convince you that you can pull off your favorite coveted designer bridal look for less. The crumby economy and lucrative wedding expenses have definitely added extra wedding debt and tighter budgets for the bride or whoever is footing the bill.

Remember, it pays to be resourceful…

Let me show you how to walk down the aisle in your favorite runway look without resorting to those cheap “designer inspired” knockoffs made in China and/or found on ebay (I have heard way too many horror stories).

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1. Vera Wang Diana dress$8,000 | “Chelsea” dress by Wtoo  -$1,200

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3. Badgley Mischka Bride$4,500 | Dress from frenchnovelty.com - $640

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4. Monique Lhuillier “Sunday Rose” dress- $10,000 | Dress from Missesdressy.com -$850

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5.  Monique Lhuillier “Magical” dress- $8,000 | Wtoo gown ”Lilli” corset and skirt- $1,000

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6. Amsale Penelope Dress- over $5,000 (the Knot)| ABS Rosette Dress- $412 (Bloomingdales sale)

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7. Vera Wang “Farrah” gown- $6,000  | Mignon dress from Macktak Mart.com - $506

8. Jenny Lee Bridal gown style #1117-over $5,000 (the Knot) | BCBG Wedding Dress- $298

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Wedding Dress Bargains served daily

Posted by on August 15, 2011 · 1 Comment 

One of the most common issues brides struggle with is finding an affordable wedding gown.

Keep your eyes open.  Wedding dress bargains are often found buried within a sale that does not market itself using common bridal keywords.

Tonight, I found a handful of designer bridal gowns with unbelievable, slashed prices.  All of the below were hidden within the Sunday Night Fashion sale events on Ideeli and Rue La La (two fabulous sites for discounted designer fashions).

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  1. $215 Dere Kiang dress on Ideeli
  2. $105 Jacquelin Exclusive gown on Ideeli
  3. $227 Davinci gown on Ideeli
  4. $199 Badgley Mischka lace dress with silk sash on Rue La La
  5. $69 Max and Cleo dress on Ideeli
  6. $159 Badgley Mischka one shoulder gown on Rue La La
  7. $209 Nicole Miller one shoulder gown on Ideeli
  8. $30 Max and Cleo dress with black sash on Ideeli
  9. $329 Nicole Miller gown on Ideeli

With the right shoes and accessories, you could easily spruce up any of these wedding dress bargains to fit your perfect look.

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Luxury Designer Wedding Heels

Posted by on May 12, 2011 · Leave a Comment 

Designer footwear will likely come with a hefty price tag, but they sure do sizzle!

If you’re looking for a pair of stand-out designer wedding heels, I’ve got some show stopping options for you.
Your photographer won’t need a flash to capture the sparkle on these beauties.

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Z Gallerie Destination Wedding Decor

Posted by on May 3, 2011 · Leave a Comment 

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I often find stylish decorative inspiration at Z Gallerie, like the above image from Soiree Bliss.

Every season, the store has fresh color schemes and new, chic accessories that transform wedding tables.  The prices are fairly reasonable too!

As the weather in Chicago is finally seeing some warmer forecasts, I’m loving Z Gallerie’s oceanic inspired items.  From vibrant colored coral and polished seashells to aquamarine vases, there are so many modern pieces that would make a fantastic addition to a destination (or beach style) wedding.

Here are some good options:

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Crown Jewel Tones from WedLuxe

Posted by on April 18, 2011 · Leave a Comment 

With the massive overload of Royal Wedding articles and blog posts, I have resisted the temptation of adding to the hype… until now.

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After seeing the incredible sapphire cake (above) by Lori Hutchinson of the Caketress, I headed to WedLuxe Magazine’s website to see the full pictorial and it did not disappoint!  How could I keep these photos to myself?

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Sadly, the Prince and soon to be Princess of England are taking more of traditional British approach with their two commissioned Royal Wedding Cakes, as reported by the UK’s Telegraph. I’m assuming we will not be seeing any jewel tones or feathers either, however, the inspiring WedLuxe photo shoot is undoubtedly majestic!

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Vintage bridal styles inspired by the Tube

Posted by on April 11, 2011 · Leave a Comment 

People have been going MAD over the hit TV series, Mad Men on AMC.  The award winning show fuels our love for vintage fashion and has been inspiring many 1960′s style brides and celebrations.

The Aisle Say blog from Brides.com offers some easy tips for having your own Mad Men style wedding.

Here’s my quick recap:

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*All photos courtesy of Brides.com

  1. Retro style hair waves (use a large barreled curling iron to get them)
  2. Where a pair of white wedding gloves (shorter styles work best)
  3. Get a wedding dress with sleeves- women of the day were too modest to show off their shoulders
  4. Where a birdcage wedding veil
  5. Choose knee or secretary length bridesmaid’s dresses (“wiggle dresses”)
  6. Wear bold, red lipstick
  7. Serve 1960′s style cocktails like Mint Julep’s (bourbon, mint and sugar) in vintage glasses
  8. Wear pearl jewelry-or adorn your bridesmaids with them
  9. Rent a vintage luxury car for your transportation instead of a limo

 

I love love love these Mad Men inspired wedding invitations created by Danielle Leopold Designs.  Every single detail, from the bold colors and unique fonts to the vintage photograph RSVP cards was cleverly constructed to complete the ultimate vintage invitation set.

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If you’re more of a crafty and hands on bride, you can make your own Mad Men Save the Date I found on Your Savvy Soiree (originally posted by the Wedding Chicks)

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This backyard style Mad Men inspired wedding, photographed by Dana Grant and posted last year on the brilliant Green Wedding Shoes blog has been bookmarked for 10 months and it’s still as impressive as it was when I first came across it.

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There are SO many extraordinary images and details to this celebration that you cannot miss.  Visit Green Wedding Shoes and get the complete coverage of  Catie and Ben’s Real Wedding.  After four incredible seasons, there should be plenty more 1960′s Mad Men inspiration circulating the web.

In case you haven’t heard, there’s a new vintage era in TV land.  HBO’s latest series, Boardwalk Empire, has opened up eyes and hearts to the fabulous Roaring 1920′s. Beaded, fringed and feathered frocks, pearls galore and Great Gatsby style parties… need I say more?  If only I could have been a real flapper…

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Finding an amazing and glamorous 20′s style gown should not be a difficult task these days.  Bridal Gowns by Jenny Packham and Sue Wong bridesmaids dresses immediately come to mind but there’s much more out there.  Of course, any ensemble can be jazzed up (cheesy pun intended) with 1920′s style jewelry and adornments.

Here’s one of my Great Gatsby style inspiration boards:

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Just a small taste of 1920′s style wedding photography by Rosie Parsons

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Former vintage bride, Ebony, will have you gasping for air over her amazing DIY, 1920′s style wedding photos.  Her creativity, attention to detail and sense of style is off the charts.

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Head over to Ruffled to see the full wedding set and I guarantee you will not be disappointed!

 

 

 

 

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