Today is most certainly a “pinch me” moment type of day. The kind where you couldn’t sleep the night before ‘cause you were too excited for the morning. The grab your glass and pour yourself a little extra bubbly level of excitement! Why all the drama, you might ask? Well… let’s just say we have some pretty BIG news, news we know you’re going to love.
Friends, we’re finally able to announce something we’ve been working our little tails off to make happen for quite some time. Roll out the red carpet, cue the confetti – because it’s finally here! The entire team at SMP is beyond thrilled to introduce you to our first annual Style Me Pretty Best Of Awards! Together, alongside a world renowned panel of judges, SMP will shortlist the loveliest, and most awe-inspiring weddings, images and vendors of 2021 – from the best “brought us to tears” moment to the most viral floral designs. The winners of each category will then be chosen by votes from you all – our lovely readers!
It brings us so much joy to celebrate the love stories of our beautiful couples, and the talented vendor teams who bring their wedding dreams to life, through the pages of Style Me Pretty. But somewhere along the way, we discovered our desire to find an even bigger and, *ahem*… shinier way to honor the beauty we admire through our screens. Truth be told, we can’t think of a better time to recognize the efforts of our amazing vendors than right now – as they endure THE busiest, most demanding wedding season of.all.time. I think we can all agree, they’re really more like wedding warriors.
We truly hope you’re just as excited as we are to get this Best-Of-ball rolling – because we’re going to need your help! So without any further ado, let’s chat details…
The best of the best, the prettiest of the pretty – these are the weddings that made our hearts flutter fastest from 2021!
Best of Spring/Summer Weddings 2021
Best of Fall/Winter Weddings 2021
Best of Weddings Overall 2021
We know this may sound a little cliché – but here at SMP, we live to celebrate the significance in every moment. The ones that make us laugh, the ones that make us happy cry, the ones that surprise… and the ones we’ll never forget! Weddings are simply a series of moments strung together to create a seamless celebration. From wildly creative escort displays that play on a certain theme, to a best kiss moment that deserves it’s very own Princess Diaries foot pop! We’re celebrating the best wedding moments of 2021 that are simply unforgettable.
All are open entry → SMP Shortlisted → Reader Voted
The Top 3 Most Featured LBB Vendors of 2021 (per category)
Sure, we know a knockout image when we see one – but to be able to confidently shortlist our nominees, we knew we needed a few extra pairs of expert eyes.
I am an optimist, an African, a lover of antiques, music, sushi and gardening. I am honored to be regarded as one of the most highly sought after wedding designers in the world. My product collaborations and prestigious publication features have earned me global recognition as a trend setter in the wedding and events industry.
I believe in creating intimate environments that fit perfectly in their locale, hand selecting the very best artisans to execute my vision. Understated elegance is the cornerstone of my design. Every detail is tasteful. All decor is intentional.
I specialize in iconic, exquisite, joy-filled weddings both in the Northeast and destinations around the world. My photography focuses on joyful, editorial, stylish images full of beautiful light and natural emotion.
I, along with my husband Tim, spend my free time traveling, restoring our old farmhouse, relaxing in our favorite Jersey beach town, and designing homes.
I’ve been gratefully named one of the 100 Most Inspiring + Influential People in the Wedding Industry by the Knot and one of the 75 Best Photographers in the World by BRIDES Magazine, as well as one of the Top Photographers in America by BRIDES – but I believe the best accolades come from happy clients.
With a degree in photography & aesthetic philosophy from NYU, Rebecca Yale has a true passion for creating memorable & meaningful imagery. Rebecca was named one of the top photographers in the world by Harper’s Bazaar, BRIDES and Destination Weddings Magazine. Rebecca was named Belle Lumiere Photographer of the Year for 2018 and was the recipient of Rangefinder Magazine’s 2017 Grand Prize Award for Wedding Photography. Her work has also been awarded by PDN, Royal Geographic Society and National Geographic, and has been published in countless publications and exhibited in galleries and museums worldwide.
Rebecca is Los Angeles based, but available for travel worldwide and has photographed in over 55 countries. Rebecca is a believer in love knowing no bounds. She is committed to the promotion of diversity, inclusivity and celebrating our differences as they are what makes us beautiful.
I approach photography with a romantic, fine art sensibility. My imagery is understated yet evocative, resulting from clear and polished creative direction that elicits light-filled, painterly portraits. My use of fresh and simple composition, and natural light has evolved from a deep love and respect for the old masters – Rembrandt, Vermeer, Botticelli. I am a fiercely dedicated medium format film photographer and my creative process is imaginative, industrious and detailed. In each capture, I aim for perfection and beauty.
Over the last ten years, my work has taken me to spectacular celebrations and sophisticated soirees in over twenty countries on six different continents. Past clients have included prominent global leaders, celebrated directors and actors, and distinguished executives. I have been named one of the top 25 film photographers in the world and a “photographer’s photographer” by Martha Stewart Weddings. My work has been featured in numerous international publications, including Rangefinder, Elle, Harper’s Bazaar, Town & Country Weddings, Brides Magazine, The Knot, Martha Stewart Magazine, The Boston Globe and New York Magazine. My clients describe my work as “painterly,” “nuanced,” “refined” and I am honored to be a leading choice amongst internationally acclaimed planners and designers.
I am a native New Yorker living in Southern California. When I am not working, I can be found renovating a hundred-year-old home with my husband, two rambunctious little boys, and a silly french bulldog named Gatsby.
Hi—I’m Jenny, a Los Angeles Wedding Photographer who’s fueled by a fresh-air adventure, great fashion finds, and a good spa day (or two).
Growing up, I was always the unofficial photographer among my friends and family. What started as a hobby quickly became a passion I couldn’t shake. So, when I found myself less than thrilled at my job as a project manager, I made the decision to turn my love for photography into a career.
I shoot on film as well as digital—and my work has been featured in publications ranging from Martha Stewart Weddings and Style Me Pretty to The Knot and the cover of Inside Weddings. I’ve also been named the Best Photographer by California Wedding Day three years in a row.
When I’m not behind my camera or connecting with (and styling!) couples, you can find me sculpting and sweating at a barre class, treating myself to a manicure, online shopping at Nordstrom, or spending time with my husband and our two incredible daughters. A lover of outdoor adventures and a serious Francophile, I spend much of my spare time dreaming about living in Paris where I eat croissants at a sidewalk cafe and say things like c’est délicieux!
Mikyla Marie Manuirirangi, an Idaho native married to a New Zealand kiwi, is the owner and designer behind Ink & Press Co. An artist of many forms, Mikyla is passionate about meaningful design and draws her greatest inspiration from the works of her favorite artists.
Mikyla is based in Scottsdale, Arizona but works with couples from all around the world. Mikyla was listed as one of BRIDE’s top 20 stationers in the industry. Her work has been featured on Vogue, Martha Stewart Weddings, Style Me Pretty, Magnolia Rouge, Wedding Sparrow, Green Wedding Shoes, published in The Knot, Adorn Magazine, and more.
Should you have any questions or comments regarding the Style Me Pretty Best Of Awards, please feel free to reach out to us at awards@stylemepretty.com!