Connecticut Weddings

Without a doubt, one of my favorite parts of wedding planning was getting to craft + DIY little projects to really personalize my big day! So I’m really having an I-wish-I-was-still-a-bride moment after my introduction to Wayfair – the one stop shopping destination for everything home! Based in Boston, but available everywhere online, they have everything you could possibly need to craft and create until your hearts content! Take a peek below for a few fabulous DIY ideas.

Offering the largest selection of home furnishings and décor for every style and every price point, Wayfair has you covered when it comes to prepping for your reception and filling up your home with pretty after you’ve said I do!  How cute are these easy to create floral napkin rings? With just a small mix of florals and herbs, they add a bit of rustic charm to your table setting. I’m loving these confetti cones made from vintage paper or script-printed scrapbook paper and secured with double-sided tape. Present them at your ceremony in a sweet wooden box, and voila — an inexpensive and totally unique DIY craft!

I’m seriously smitten with this pinwheel cake topper, held up by a sweet striped straw or wooden skewer! Totally customizable, you could use any paper color or type to make it work with your style. Last but not least, an easy and charming escort card idea using vintage keys! Not only are they creative and unique, but they double as a guest favor! See, Wayfair really does have it all! For full instructions on each of these amazing projects, head over here.

To jumpstart your crafting, Wayfair is offering one lucky reader a $150 gift card to Wayfair! To enter, simply comment on this post with what you’d love to create for your big day with a Wayfair item. A winner will be randomly chosen and announced on Friday, June 6, 2014. Good luck!

In my humble opinion, a wedding should be all about the following: the love between a couple, good music and amazing food. When it comes to checking the latter off your list, look no further than A Taste of Distinction. For over 30 years, they have been catering incredible events with fresh, local sourced, seasonal food. Is it lunch time yet?! 

Custom designing menus for their clients, A Taste of Distinction not only offers mouthwatering food, but also event design, coordination + styling for unique weddings and events! These ladies handle it all — literally — from the tables + chairs down to the sweets table! Their love for food and magical events translates into every single job they do, no matter how big or small!

A Taste of Distinction also boasts a gourmet-to-go shop featuring fresh, amazing foods and specialty sandwiches in their Pomona, New York location. Seriously, yum! For more information on how to book A Taste of Distinction for your big day, head over here! 

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On your wedding day, looking glamorous doesn’t have to start when you put on the dress. Get ready in style too with these lovely robes from Doie Lounge (hint: these make perfect gifts for your bridesmaids. They really will wear it again!). You can also rest easy knowing knowing all the robes are made in the USA with high-quality eco-friendly fabrics. Keep scrolling to see the SMP exclusive discount!

About Doie Lounge… As a 12-time bridesmaid (yes, really!), designer Sara Kirsner knows a thing or two about bridesmaid gifts! Doie Lounge was born from the idea that these glamorous, super-soft robes make the perfect gift for a bride to give to her maids. These robes make beautiful and practical gifts for the bridal party, while infusing an often-ignored moment (getting ready the morning of), with elegant detail. The robes look amazing in the pre-wedding primping photos and are a gift that your best ladies will surely wear again and again. Each robe is made from the highest quality, earth-friendly fabrics, and is produced in Los Angeles, CA. Sara loves to work with each bride, answering questions about colors, sizing, and “custom” color combinations. Bulk discounts apply: 15% off when buying 3 or more, 20% on 5 or more, 25% off with a purchase of 8 or more, and 30% off when buying 10+ robes. SMP readers can get 15% off of up to 3 robes (after that bulk discounts will kick in), with the code SMP15.

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Photo Credits (Top to Bottom): Photography: Valorie Darling Photography + Hair: Trace Hennigsen + Makeup: Artistry by Danika | Photography: ES Creation Photography (Simon Fu and Yoki  Lin) | Photography: Kyle Hale | Photography: Katie Hall 

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Welcome to the family Doie Lounge!  We are so happy to have you! xoxo

Time to celebrate this amazing sunny weather with an introduction to The Farm on Adderley and the NY Smile Specialists.  Up first?  The fabulous Brooklyn eatery that is all about providing you and your guests with locally sourced yumminess for your Big Day.  Think in-house and off-site catering, customized menus and food that will literally make your tastebuds happy.

From The Farm on Adderley… We have worked hard to build strong relationships with local farmers and we believe that food tastes best when it’s in season. This is our focus at The Farm on Adderley and what we bring to our events, both in-house here at the restaurant and off-site, too. We don’t do cookie-cutter weddings. Instead, we work with you to customize a menu and plan that suits you and your guests. Limiting ourselves to a handful of catering events each year allows us to focus on each event as if it is the most important day of your life, which it is!

Check out The Farm on Adderly on Twitter, Facebook and Instagram. 

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You’ll never smile more than you will on the day of your wedding.  And guaranteeing that perfect photo-worthy smile?  The “painless dentistry” specialists, NY Smile Specialists.  Think teeth whitening, porcelain veneers, Invisalign and cosmetic reshaping all at the hands of Board-Certified Prosthodontist, Dr. Robert C. Rawdin.  You’ll look amazing.

From NY Smile Specialists… Every bride wants to be beautiful on their wedding day. So start with the most important accessory of all. Your smile!

Plan ahead. Some brides (and grooms!) may only need whitening. Others may require more involved, more time consuming procedures – like cosmetic reshaping, bonding, porcelain veneers, porcelain crowns, Invisalign, or combinations of these. Make sure you have the time you need for the services you need.

New York Smile Specialists, a celebrity Manhattan dental practice, is the office of Dr. Robert C. Rawdin, a recognized leader in cosmetic, restorative and implant dentistry.  Dr. Rawdin is a Board-Certified Prosthodontist, the specialty that focuses on the restoration and replacement of teeth with an emphasis on natural esthetic beauty.

Very few dentists in the country have achieved the level of training that Dr. Rawdin has – even fewer are Board-Certified Prosthodontists. His patients benefit from his technical expertise and artistry whether they need simple or complex dental care, based on an individual, customized treatment plan. Dr. Rawdin will evaluate the attributes of what makes a smile beautiful – color and shape of teeth, arrangement and alignment, and the health of gums.

New York Smile Specialists is a welcoming, friendly, high-tech office with views of Central Park. The practice utilizes the latest advances in cosmetic, restorative and implant dentistry to make the process of creating a beautiful smile much easier for patients. Patients love that Dr. Rawdin has the ability to offer CEREC – technology that makes it possible to have a crown done in one day – minimizing the number of appointments. Patients also love Dr. Rawdin’s calm and comforting, gentle manner, often remarking about his “painless dentistry”.

So while you plan your big day, remember, nothing compares to the glow of a natural looking, healthy, radiant smile. It makes every photo of any bride more beautiful.

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Welcome to the family, The Farm on Adderley and the NY Smile Specialists!  We are so happy to have you! xo

A dashing groom in uniform, a stunning bride in Ulla-Maija Couture and a breathtaking wedding all set against an amazing Greenwich backdrop: this, my friends, is the epitome of a traditional wedding.  From the beautiful blooms crafted by KD&J Botanica to the elegant Belle Haven Club reception, it’s a day of non-stop sophistication, all captured by Melani Lust Photography.  Soak in every last detail right here.

From Melani Lust Photography… They met on the beach in the Hamptons where they were spending a weekend with mutual friends. Their meeting didn’t get off to a promising start. Jennifer was engrossed in one of the Hunger Games books, and conversation was cut short as a result. Young adult fiction had never been the key to Carter’s heart, but he was making an equally immature impression through various sophomoric drinking games.

Fortunately, things went up from there. Little did Carter know that Jennifer had met her Prince Charming! The next seven months were spent improving Jennifer’s military knowledge and vocabulary: “trinkets” became “medals,” “soldiers” became “Marines,” and “outfits” were properly identified as “uniforms.” Upon return from his deployment to Afghanistan, Carter proposed on New Year’s Eve.

The day began with a soft, delicate rain, and sunny skies came out just in time for their first look. It was a fairytale ceremony in an historical church followed by the American Military custom of the arch of swords, giving a symbolic pledge of loyalty to them from their Marine family. It is also a tradition for the sword bearer on the right to give the bride a “swat” on her rump and utter “Welcome to the Marines!” Off they went to the Belle Haven Club where Katherine of KD & J Botanica created a fun and elegant reception design in pink and navy. The families celebrated with dancing, games and fresh cigars; laughing into the evening when a dramatic storm swirled through the club, a passionate ending to a perfect day.

Photography: Melani Lust Photography | Floral Design: KD&J Botanica | Wedding Cake: Palmer's Bakery | Invitations: Therese Saint Claire | Ceremony Venue: Christ Church | Reception Venue: Belle Haven Club | Bride's Shoes: Louboutin | Catering: Belle Haven Club | Makeup: Bobbi Brown Cosmetics | Hair: Christopher Noland Salon | Bride's Attire: Saks Fifth Avenue | Bridesmaids' Attire: Jenny Yoo | Reception Music: JukeBoxx | Wedding Dress Designer: Anna Maier

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As we inch closer and closer to those warm summer days, I’m loving all of the cheerful color palettes that make their way across my desk. And this summery soiree from Jubilee Events and Katie Slater with it’s sweet lavender and pops of yellow is exactly what I’m talking about. Sprinkled with lace, vintage details and sunshiny blooms, this gallery is as happy as they come!

From Jubilee Events… Julia and Jamil, one of the sweetest couples you’ll ever meet, met during a bike race. Yes, during! At the finish line, they decided to meet and get to know one another. The rest was history as they set to ride the rest of their travels together. Julia wanted to create a relaxed, vintage feel for her wedding in playful green, yellow, and ivory with bicycles being a source of inspiration. We brought in a fabulous vintage bicycle and guests all took home custom bells. Their guests were the best–dancing non stop all night, even with cookies and milkshakes in hand. With the weather Mother Nature granted us coupled with our amazing team of vendors, the day was nothing short of amazing, which you could see written all over Julia and Jamil’s face through the entire day!

Photography: Katie Slater Photography | Event Planning And Design: Jubilee Events | Floral Design: Just For You Floral Design Studio | Cake: JCakes | Stationery: Coral Pheasant Stationery + Design | Reception Venue: Guilford Yacht Club | Catering: Jordan Caterers Design Event Planners | DJ: Powerstation Events | Beauty: Dana Bartone & Company | Ceremony Musicians: Millenium Music | Linens: BBJ La Tavola | Rentals: Party Rental Ltd. | Vintage Bicycle: New England Country Rentals

Big weddings are fun, yes. But sometimes a smaller, more intimate wedding surrounded by the reaching sea and your closest friends and family can make it even easier to let loose and enjoy the ride. And I guess having a charming venue like the Bell Haven Club doesn’t hurt, either. Thankfully, Karen Hill Photography was there to capture the event. Enjoy!

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From Karen Hill Photography… Amanda and Sam were married at the Belle Haven Club in Greenwich, Connecticut, surrounded by sea, sunshine, friends and family. For their wedding, it was important to keep their wedding intimate, yet fun with a casual flair. They wanted everyone to have a great time, which they did. The Belle Haven Club is a spectacular location overlooking a beautiful harbor surrounded by mansions, boats, the sea and sky. After the first look and portraits, the ceremony took place outdoors with the harbor as a dramatic backdrop, while the reception was tented. At sunset, during cocktails, the Club’s tradition is to light a canon, wow! The colors – turquoise, white and plum – were inspired by the sea and surroundings. It was an incredible day filled with beauty, light and love! It was beautiful!

Photography: Karen Hill Photography | Florist: Ariella Chezar Design | Gown: Carolina Herrera | Stationary: J Papers | Band: D'Jore | CLUB: Belle Haven Club

I must admit, I’m having a full-on I-wish-I-was-still-a-bride moment right now because of this amazing Birnbaum & Bullock Couture sample sale coming up on Tuesday, May 20, 2014 until Wednesday, May 21, 2104! This event, my dears, is not to be missed!

This spring bridal sample sale will feature stunning gowns from Birnbaum & Bullock Couture, Robert Bullock Bride and the Steven Birnbaum Collection. With all dresses priced at $500 and up, and a range of sizes and styles to choose from, you just may find the dress of your dreams at a fraction of the price!

Running for two days only, May 20, 2014 through May 21, 2014 from 4pm until 8pm, the Birnbaum & Bullock Couture sample sale will be held at 151 West 25th Street, 2nd floor. To make your appointment, call 212.242.2914 and for more information head over here. Happy dress hunting, my dears!

When two architects with an eye for design tie the knot, you know you are about to see a wedding that wows. And not only did they craft a lovely fête, they also learned how to jam for their adorable favors and even brewed their own beer for their guests. Talk about impressive. It’s personal, heartfelt and all them – and thanks to Olivia Gird Photography, every moment is waiting for you here.

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From Olivia Gird Photography…Amy and Brendan, a pair of architects, both have a strong eye for design. While planning the wedding, the two teamed up, bouncing ideas off of each other and ultimately, incorporating a bit of each of their personalities into their day! It all began with an overly involved plan to make their own Save the Dates. What began as a small idea soon turned into a labor of love (or frustration!). Along the way, the two went strawberry and blueberry picking, a nod to an activity that began their engagement weekend the year prior. They then taught themselves to make homemade jam with the fruit that they picked to use as names/table numbers. Lesson learned: research first! Neither had any idea that jam has to be made in small batches. Two weeks and 70 jars of jam later, the favors were complete! Amy and Brendan also teamed up in a friendly rival beer brewing competition to brew the best beer for their guests. The beers were handed out as favors. “His” was “Paddler’s Poarter”, recognizing the pair’s love for kayaking. “Hers” was “Hoppily Ever After.” And so they shall be.

Photography: Olivia Gird Photography | Floral Design: Whim Events | Wedding Dress: Cristina's Bridal | Ceremony Venue: Most Holy Trinity Church | Reception Venue: Tyrone Farm | Shoes: BHLDN | Jewelry: BHLDN | Catering: Peppers Artful Events | Bartending: Two Pour guys | Hair And Make-up: Monroe Salon

Obsessed doesn’t even begin to describe how I feel about these adorable Alexandra Grecco tulle skirts. Releasing her first collection in 2010, Alexandra Grecco creates heirloom-quality pieces that are as nostalgic as they are timeless. Ready to fall even more in love with these pretties? Just take a peek below.

Finding inspiration in the designs and years of the past, Alexandra Grecco’s 6-layer tulle skirts are perfect for unique bridesmaid attire or a romantic engagement photo shoot! Based in Brooklyn, the company crafts all of its pieces right in NYC’s garment district.  Beautifully made, the skirts are fully lined and layered for a perfect fit and have a lovely silk waistband. Available in two different lengths in sizes 00-12, as well as in a gorgeous selection of colors, there is really nothing sweeter.

Alexandra Grecco regularly offers a 15% discount when purchasing three or more tulle skirts, but for our lovely readers, she’s offering 25% off any quantity with code stylepretty! Offer valid until May 28, 2014. 

The Prize: A lucky reader will win a gorgeous tulle skirt from Alexandra Grecco! (value $188)

To Enter: Comment on this post with how and where you’d wear your Alexandra Grecco tulle skirt!

To Win: One winner will be selected at random and announced right here on Friday, May 23, 2014

Terms & Conditions:  See them all right here. Good luck my dears! xoxo

Photo Credits: Ivory Tulle Skirt Couple : KT Merry | Ivory Tulle Skirt Photo: Atlantic Pacific

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Now this is how you celebrate the beginning of May: with a sweet introduction to Cody Raisig Photography and HowAboutWe.  Up first?  The amazing Cody Raisig, a talented photographer who happens to know a thing or two about capturing those special moments between you and yours on your big day.  Think one gorgeous image after another that will completely take your breath away…

From Cody Raisig Photography… I realize that authenticity is the ingredient for elegant wedding images. So forget about the pretentious poses and embrace the unscripted moments and a small dose of relaxed portraiture, creating a breathtaking wedding photo experience.

Visit Cody Raisig Photography on Facebook, Twitter, tumblr. and Pinterest!

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As someone who is constantly looking for a new date night activity, I am completely obsessed with HowAboutWe.  I mean, who wouldn’t absolutely love an online service that handles all of those pesky date night details, leaving you and yours to just relax and have FUN?!?  It’s pure genius, lovelies…

From HowAboutWe’s Community Director, Jessica Tom… HowAboutWe for Couples helps make date night happen. Whether you’ve just started dating, just got engaged, or have been married for years, dating your partner is essential. We take care of all the details, so you can concentrate on the most important thing—spending time with each other.

Every date in our collection (seen here) is chosen for its quality and originality. Members get the best possible value on every booking, one free date a month, access to exclusive events, extras — like car service and flower delivery — and free personalized date planning for special occasions.

From waterfront yoga classes to exclusive chef’s tables to sci-fi robot-making workshops (check them out here, here and here), we’re here to help you discover and enjoy amazing dates. HowAboutWe for Couples is currently available in New York, San Francisco, Seattle, Los Angeles and Chicago. Not in any of those cities? We also have a national version with dates delivered right to your door.

Signing up is free and members in our five cities get one free date a month! See our collection of free dates here.

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Welcome to the family, Cody Raisig Photography and HowAboutWe!  We are so happy to have you! xo

Ladies, mark your calendars for Sunday May 4, 2014 from 1-6pm, because Gabriella New York Bridal Salon is having their spring sample sale — and it’s not to be missed! The sale is first come, first to get the dress; and gowns will be priced up to 70% off! Amazing, no?! 

Carrying gowns from incredible designers such as Marchesa, Reem Acra, Jenny Packham, Legends by Romona Keveza, Amy Kuschel, Elizabeth Fillmore, Angel Sanchez, and more, the Gabriella New York Bridal Salon spring sample sale may just be your one-stop shop for the dress! No appointments are necessary, but be sure to get there early because it’s first come, first served! Gabriella New York Bridal Salon is located at 155 Wooster Street, Unit 3W, New York, New York 10012. Happy dress shopping, my dears!

Designers Pictured: Kelly Faetanini | Elizabeth Fillmore | Jenny Packham | Anna Maier-Ulla Maija

I love FUN weddings.  Those ones that are a happy-go-lucky party from start to finish and you are soooo bummed when the night comes to an end.  This, loves, is one of those weddings. A laid-back meets totally beautiful affair with two of the biggest smiles you will ever see (courtesy of the bride and groom, of course).  See soooo much more captured by Julie Morawski For Carla Ten Eyck in the full gallery.

From Julie Morawski For Carla Ten Eyck… Liz and Andrew are the kind of people that I’d like to be real-life friends with. They laugh a whole bunch, are sweet to each other and are perfectly laid-back. Oh, and Andrew is a pro instagrammer. Add in a whole pile of awesome friends and family, and their wedding was just perfect. The dance moves, the laughter, the love, the light. Yes.

Liz and Andrew, thank you for having Jazzy and I there for your big day, it was beautiful. Also, thanks for not minding when we were hootin’ and hollering photographing you. You guys are just too cute.

Photography: Carla Ten Eyck | Event Planner: Fleur De Lys Floral | Flowers: Fleur De Lys Floral | Dress: The Plumed Serpent Bridal Salon | Cake: Chestnut Fine Foods | Catering: Grand Gourmet | Makeup: Simply Flawless By Sami | Hair: Luvena Leslie Salon | DJ: Aria Melody DJ | Ceremony Music: Carla Ten Eyck | Transportation: B And B Transportation | Bar: Two Pour guys | Ceremony And Reception: Lighthouse Point Park | First Look: Yale Art Gallery | Getting Ready: The Study Hotel | Kettle Corn: Elm City Kettle Corn | Paper: Designed By Groom, Printed By Kismet Letterpress | Second Shooter: Carla Ten Eyck

I don’t know what it is about family farm weddings that makes me so incredibly happy, but I’m not going to fight it. Perhaps it’s because they are super intimate, or incredibly sweet or maybe it’s the thoughtful touches that always seem to be sprinkled throughout. Whatever it is, when I land on a wedding like this on from Julie Morawski For Carla Ten Eyck I couldn’t be happier. See why here.

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From Julie Morawski…There are a whole bunch of things in this world that make me happy, and a sweet backyard farm wedding is one of them. Ali, Ry Ry and I arrived at Kirk’s family farm, where the sun was shining, the birds were chirping, and Caroline and Kirk were getting hitched. I can’t say enough about these two. They were kind, laid back, and so very much in love. I’m talking like, big time cuties. The day was joyful, and beautiful and just, well, just look.

Photography: Carla Ten Eyck | Flowers: Thames River Greenery + Friends | Dress: Everthine Bridal Boutique | Catering: Coffee's Country Market | Band: That's What She Sang | Bar Services: Church Of Evangelical Faith | Second Shooters: Alison Lassiter And Ryan Lamb | Tent And Rentals: Rhode Island Rentals

Spring is awesome, but you know what makes a sunshine filled day in April even better?  A meet and greet with the amazing Julian Ribinik Photography, a husband and wife photography duo who know a thing or two about snapping a pretty picture.  Think jaw-dropping images that will leave you speechless at every turn.  Oh, and did I mention the giveaway?  Check out their fabulous work below…

From Julian Ribinik Photography… Julian Ribinik Photography is in fact a husband and wife duo – Julian and Evgenia who shoot from unexpected angles in order to capture timeless stills that emphasize the NYC feel.  Their specialty is luxury weddings and Julian has been published in New York Magazine and The Knot Magazine.

Julian and Evgenia guarantee top quality photographs that will demonstrate beauty, inspiration and elegance, while focusing on capturing your memories.

They has a vision and passion and you will love what they do. Your satisfaction is their first priority.

The duo has been awarded The Knot’s “Best of Weddings” four years in a row – 2011-2014.

Follow Julian Ribinik Photography on their blog, Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and Pinterest. 

Julian Ribinik Photography is giving one lucky SMP reader an engagement session (up to 1.5 hours) anywhere in New York City (Value $499)!  To enter, leave a comment below telling us why you would love to have your engagement pics snapped in NYC.  A winner, chosen at random, will be announced right here on SMP on Friday, May 9th.  Good luck, lovelies!  For terms and conditions, click here. 

This is one ridiculously crafty couple. To say this gorgeous garden wedding was a labor of love would be a serious understatement. They had their hands in just about every pretty detail captured by Collin Hughes sitting in this gallery. From the stunning invites to all the heartfelt details, this gorgeous Bride put it best when she said she wanted her day to look a little simple but wild. Mission accomplished.

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From the Bride…Rob and I said “I do” in the gardens of the Burr Homestead and then celebrated in a white tent surrounded by big old oak trees. We loved this spot not only for it’s beauty but because it’s just a few streets away from the Long Island Sound where we spend our weekends in the summer. Our style goal was for everything to look simple but wild because we feel these words best describe who we are as a couple. We’re not the couple that has fancy things, but we’re both designers so we tend to focus on the details of the things we do have.

We wanted to make our decorations ourselves with as many local things as we could find. We wanted to bring out things in our landscape, like the ferns we see on our hiking trails, rocks from our beaches, driftwood from our streams, so thats what we did. We created terrariums with mini fern plants and succulents for each table and used the same plants for favors so that each guest would take home a piece of the wedding. I had so much fun making the terrariums that I began filling antique vases that I borrowed from my brothers antique shop and driftwood that we found at a nearby beach with the extra plants.

Rob and I designed and assembled our own wedding invitations, each was printed on recycled craft paper and tied together with a piece of hemp. We created our own envelope inserts using vintage botanical prints. Since Rob is a graphic designer/illustrator he made all the table numbers and escort cards. He hand painted signs for us to put on the street and near the parking lot so that people could find our event. I made a wedding website for our guests to view details about our event but also learn the story of how we met and made it to match our invites. 

My mother made my rhinestone garter and the belt for my wedding dress. She also made the ribbon sticks for our guests to wave at us after the ceremony, the kids loved these. We used the same ribbon for backs of our chairs at the sweetheart table, we wanted everything to match.

This was certainly a huge undertaking, but I loved how it all turned out – it was my dream wedding.

Photography: Collin Hughes | Flowers: Flowers by Danielle | Wedding Dress: Paloma Blanca | Wedding Cake: Sweet Cakes | Invitations: Rob Dobi | Tent: Events Party & Tent | Antiques: Black Rock Galleries | Bridesmaids\' Dresses: J.Crew | Day of Coordination: Double G Events | Garden: Burr Homestead | Wedding Website: Christina Dobi

This exact hue of mint is synonymous with dreamy in my mind. The second it shows up on my screen, my mind starts to wander down a pretty, pretty path, and this time it’s Zac Wolf Photography who is leading the way with a ridiculously gorgeous wedding!

From the Zac wolf Photography… Some golf courses are nicer than others. And Danielle and Justin happen to have their Connecticut wedding at one of the most beautiful ones I’ve ever seen. Danielle is a graphic designer and she spent months working on all the details and everything came out amazing. I am so happy I got to be a part of their big day and I wish them luck as Danielle has now joined Justin in Florida where he is a member of the Air Force and they have started their new life together.

Photography: Zac Wolf Photography | Floral Design: Afloral | Wedding Dress: Oleg Cassini | Reception Venue: Fairview Farm Golf Course | Bridesmaids Dresses: Bill Levkoff | Makeup And Hair: Daytona Salon | DJ: Pryme Tyme Entertainment | Grooms Attire: Vera Wang

A classic tented wedding is a New England favorite and those East Coasters know just how to do it up. With event planning by Piece Of Cake, the brightest, summery blooms by Azalea Floral Design and loads of imagery by Tanya Salazar Photography, this is a tented pretty party by the sea and there’s even more of it to be pored through right here.

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Katy and Eddie had a beautiful summer garden wedding at The Talcott House located in Westbrook, CT. They wanted their guests to have a relaxing time and enjoy the garden ceremony and beautiful tent reception with an ocean view. The day unfolded in the warm summer breeze thanks to the coordination of Piece of Cake Events.

Photography: Tanya Salazar Photography | Event Planning: Piece Of Cake Events | Floral Design: Azalea Floral Design | Wedding Dress: Reem Acra | Invitations: The Papery | Catering: Culinary Concerts | Makeup: Danielle Arminio Makeup | Hair: Ali Lomazzo Beauty | DJ: Scratch Weddings | Tent: Sperry Tents | Rentals: Ct Rental Center

Fact: when The Secret Garden and a talented team of vendors join forces, it’s downright magical.  Think the beauty stylings of Dana Bartone & Company, fab paper goods from Coral Pheasant and crazy gorgeous event design by A Polished Plan… all coming together in a day that seamlessly mixes vintage romance and rustic elegance all in one setting.  See it all captured by Greg Lewis right here.

From A Polished Plan… The inspiration for the design of this styled photo shoot was the desire to put a modern twist on a ‘Secret Garden’ concept. The Wadsworth Mansion is a very popular wedding destination in Connecticut, but is not generally known for it’s outdoor event space, aside from the lawn area for ceremonies. Our design team was approached to create an inspirational photo shoot to highlight the beauty of the under utilized outdoor locations on the property.

We infused an abundance of earthy and natural elements that are normally found in a backyard garden setting with more formal and glamorous elements found in an upscale wedding or event. Rustic wood tones, earthy garden greenery, watering cans and shades of vintage patina copper were arranged side by side in the design with sophisticated and highly textured linens, bold yet romantic flowers in shades of raspberry and peach, and even a crystal chandelier al fresco.

The highlights of the tabletop design include vintage seed packets perched in amber sorbet bowls, ombre shades of green vintage flatware, luxurious textured linens reminiscent of garden florals, and copper chivari chairs. The floral design is simple in nature and highlight gorgeous late summer flowers grown from a local CT dahlia farm in bold color shades of pinks, peaches, and raspberry. All of the vintage containers for the centerpiece are in various patina shades of copper. Delicately strung above the table is a crystal chandelier hanging from grapevine rope.

Together with a vintage cocktail hour seating arrangment, an intimate ceremony set-up in a sunken rock garden, elegant and refined bridal fashions, and a gorgeous “naked” wedding cake, they create a beautiful story of a earthy garden party meets an upscale chic soiree.

Photographer: Greg Lewis Photography | Event Design: A Polished Plan | Floral Design: Stems Flower Design | Wedding Dress: Everthine Bridal Boutique | Wedding Cake: Taste By Spellbound | Stationery: Coral Pheasant Stationery + Design | Bridesmaids Dresses: Everthine Bridal Boutique | Limousine: Black Swan Limo | Venue: Wadsworth Mansion | Beauty: Dana Bartone & Company | Lighting Design: Social Decor | Linen Rental: BBJ La Tavola | Rentals: Party Rental Ltd. | Vintage Rentals: Sassafras Vintage Rentals

Confession time: purple never lived towards the top of my wedding palette love list. In fact, I was sort of indifferent to the whole berry family of hues…that was until this Michelle Lange beauty came across my screen. Splashed against one wildly elegant ballroom with gold accents and cozy candles everywhere you look, this my dears, is the purple “I do” done oh-so-right. Have a look right here!

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From the Bride… Matt and I crossed paths at a work holiday party about 3 years ago. We had known each other for quite some time but it wasn’t until that evening that Matt asked me on our first date. After almost 2 years of dating, Matt surprised me in my apartment with a birthday cake that read, “Will You Marry Me”.

When we decided not to get married in a church, Matt and I wanted to find a venue where we could have a traditional religious ceremony. We knew that New Haven Lawn Club was the one the second we stepped into their ballroom. Not only are the fireplaces and chandeliers breathtaking, the room offers the gorgeous, romantic setting we were looking for.

Thanks to our family, friends and vendors, our wedding day was more beautiful and memorable than we ever could have imagined.

Photography: Michelle Lange Photography | Floral Design: Just For You Floral Design Studio | Wedding Dress: A Little Something White | Cake: Kim's Cottage Confections | Stationary: Lucky Lady Paper | Bridesmaids Dresses: Watters (WTOO) From Harold's Formal Wear | Makeup: Simply Gorgeous By Erin | Hair: Lanphier Day Spa & Salon | DJ: Jimmy Dee Music Productions | Venue: New Haven Lawn Club | Second Photographer: Jessa Schifilliti, Photographer