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A Soft and Serene Nursery Built for the Sweetest Twins Ever

While I have designed 3 nurseries for my own little ones (to be fair, the first one was lovely, though they got progressively less lovely with each subsequent baby and a very tired mama), I cannot imagine the simultaneous joy and confusion that comes with designing a space built for two babies. But for mom and wedding planner behind Vanessa Michelle Co., it was a task that she was so grateful to tackle and the result was a space fit for the sweetest little prince and princess you have ever seen. With art-worthy images that they will forever treasure by Sposto Photography.

We had been dreaming of designing our nursery for years, but the universe had a different plan for us. It took us almost 4 years to finally get pregnant with the help of an angel doctor and IVF. All of those tortuous years were worth it when we got the call that we were pregnant.

We found out a couple weeks later that we were blessed with twins! One boy and one girl and so the designing began!

We love restoration hardware and pottery barn’s aesthetic and pulled inspiration from them. I wanted it to feel ethereal and magical because I felt these babies were just that….. magical.

We have a gray and nude color palette throughout the house and wanted to continue that into the nursery. We wanted the gray to represent our boy, Michael Anthony and the nude / blush to represent our girl, Isabella Rose.

I found this gorgeous Parisian wallpaper at Mahones Wallpaper shop that ignited the design. We built a piece to put the wallpaper on so we did not have to wallpaper the entire wall, then we centered an arch top mirror in the middle.

Naturally, as a wedding planner, tulle has my heart and I wanted to incorporate the gorgeous fabric along with gilded crowns above each crib. I also added 2 dressers with changing table tops so if I had help we could change the twins at the same time.

A reading corner was very important to me as I was hoping to encourage the babies to be avid readers … which they are! I spent many hours rocking these sweet babies in my chair and enjoying every baby snuggle.

This space is so special to us and I enjoyed planning each detail that carried so much weight of gratitude that they chose us as their parents. I never understood how special a nursery could be until it was filled with so much love! We walk into this room with a joyous heart and such fulfillment.

Photography: Sposto Photography | Baskets, Hamper, Stuffed Animals: RH Baby & Child | Decor: Pottery Barn Kids | Wallpaper: Mahones Wallpaper Shop | Window Treatments: West Elm

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This Garden Chic Wedding Was Held At A Mountain Base

Jessica and Eddie welcomed guests to the bride’s family home at the base of Mount Si for a weekend that no one will soon forget. The couple had a chic and minimal vibe at the core of their wedding aesthetic and worked with Event Planning and Wedding Design Company Elle and James Co. to bring her vision to life. The mother of the Bride, an avid gardener, manicured the property specifically for this event and began growing the flowers in the field months in advance to coordinate with the look of the naturally grown wildflower design by Gather Design Company. Every last photo by The Ganeys is a sight to be seen. Don’t miss a single detail in the full gallery.

From Elle and James Co.… When planning their wedding, from the very beginning one thing was clear, Jess wanted to honor her parents and the wonderful childhood she had growing up in North Bend, WA by hosting their loved ones at the Hargett Family home. Located at the base of Mount Si, Jessica’s inspiration was drawn largely from images she had seen of weddings taking place in distant travel locations like New Zealand, Australia, and Big Sur.

Rather than holding a micro ceremony, they adhered to the safety protocols while continuing with full tablescapes and increasing the decor elements in order to create the illusion of fully seated tables, but with spaced out chairs to maintain social distance. Their guests sat by household in clusters for the ceremony and florals were hand “planted” in the ground around each pod to bring the illusion of guests seated amidst growing wildflowers.

Jessica and Ed knew their guest list would look a bit different than originally planned, but from the moment their wedding began to the very last dance of the night, love was present in every moment and it truly felt like the perfect day.

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If COVID-19 Tests Are Required For Your Wedding Guests & Vendors, Sameday Health Is Here To Offer Some Peace of Mind!

We are slowly but surely getting back to normal after a year plus of COVID-19 affecting our day-to-day lives and of course weddings and events! As we get back into the swing of things, some ‘new normal’ protocols have been put into place like COVID-19 testing for your wedding guests and wedding vendors before they can celebrate your special day! If this is something that is a requirement for your wedding day, Sameday Health has the solution, so read on to hear how you can set up testing for your special guests, offered in 13 states!

Sameday Health one of the leading COVID-19 testing providers in the US, offers wedding testing capabilities in 13 states, with the option of buying tests in bulk for their guests, as well as on-site testing setups. Sameday Health will work with brides & grooms to provide them with the testing option that best suits their special day. For newlyweds requiring their guests to get a test and quarantine just days before their wedding, Sameday can provide bulk testing for wedding guests with a personal discount code to get tested beforehand. Guests will just need to go to a local Sameday testing site to receive their test.

Additionally, Sameday is able to set up an aesthetically pleasing testing tent on-site for each guest to get tested by trained medical professionals prior to hitting the dance floor. Tests fees for the onsite testing include the cost for medical professionals onsite as well as booth/site set up. Sameday Health offers its testing capabilities in California, Colorado, Connecticut, Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Maryland, Massachusetts, New Jersey, New York, Tennessee, Virginia, and Washington DC.

For brides and grooms requiring wedding guests to get COVID-19 tested before their wedding, Sameday Health is offering 15% off bulk testing for guests or onsite rapid antigen testing from licensed medical staff to ensure the safety & health of loved ones on their special day! Contact Sameday Health to receive the bulk order discount and set up your personal code!

Sameday Health is a premium health clinic on the quest to increase access to immediate and reliable care. Since its founding in fall 2020, Sameday Health has evolved from a COVID-19 testing startup into a national full-service direct care provider with approximately 50 locations across 13 states. The team comprised of doctors, scientists, and passionate front-line workers has united to stop the COVID-19 pandemic by testing hundreds of thousands of people and has also begun administering the vaccine at a number of their testing sites. To view a full list of locations, schedule an appointment at a testing center near you, or learn more about Sameday Health, visit samedayhealth.com.

Photography: Ashlyn Murphy Photo | COVID Testing: Sameday Health

The Ultimate Whimsical Rose Garden Wedding Inspiration at Rosewood Farms!

Pastel colors and a bride and groom surrounded by lush florals make for the most whimsical garden wedding planned by Styled Shoots Across America and Heather Benge Events at Rosewood Farms which is a venue like no other with so many picturesque backdrops. Not only did the beautiful bride steal the show, but the florals which were done in combination by Wilkins Taylor Designs, J. Starrs Flower Barn, and Monteray Farms truly made this inspiration shoot dreamlike from the blooming aisle and ceremony arch to the brides overflowing bouquet. Take a peek at all of the Brittany Frisch Photography captured and get ready to plan your garden party!

From Brittany Frisch Photography…As the snow melts and gives way to flowers opening, there is hope and joy in the air that spring brings with it. This whimsical, spring-inspired rose garden wedding was truly full of joy and delicate colors. What better way to celebrate spring than surrounded by roses and soft florals – from the arches of greenery and blooms adorning the ceremony site to the jeweled petals in the bride’s hair and the graceful and breathtaking bouquet that she carried, the couple was encompassed by color.

The elation as they ran down the aisle together reflected the mood of the season and the palette surrounding the couple. It wouldn’t truly be spring without a little rain, but that only added to the whimsy, as the couple shared a kiss under their umbrella.

This event was thoughtfully put together by Styled Shoots Across America and Heather Benge Events, and the awe-inspiring florals were a collaboration of Wilkins Taylor Designs, J. Starr’s Flower Barn, and Monteray Farms. Rosewood Farms provided the perfect airy backdrop for this event. This talented team of vendors was truly able to speak to and reflect the beauty of spring.

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Searching For Your Perfect Engagement Ring? LovBe Offers Lab Grown Diamonds With Customizable Designs!

If you happen to be searching for some engagement ring inspiration to share with your significant other, LovBe is here to help with their highest quality, lab-grown diamonds! With unmatched quality, cut, and beauty AND without disrupting the earth’s resources, LovBe’s diamonds are not only the best of the best, their engagement rings are customizable allowing you to build your own ring with unique settings, metal options, and shapes! With a new exclusive collection, LovBe Eternal launching this month, you have to check out everything they offer below!

In the midst of a welcomed spring season, a time recognized for fresh starts and new beginnings, LovBe is proud to debut its first LovBe Exclusive Collection, LovBe Eternal. A capsule collection of nine engagement ring designs featuring fancy shape side stones, which embrace the lab-grown diamond of your dreams. From sleek, tapered baguettes, to sophisticated pears, to classic, timeless round brilliants, LovBe Eternal allows a couple to build their perfect engagement ring. With the ability to select a center stone of their choosing, to fit their design desires, as well as their budget, LovBe Eternal rings will be sure to exemplify your past, present, and future. LovBe Eternal will also mark the introduction of the LovBe Hallmark, captured on the band of each ring that is a part of the LovBe Exclusive Collection. The LovBe Hallmark is a single, round brilliant lab-grown diamond securely placed where only the wearer will know of its presence. The diamond sits close to the vena amoris, which according to the Romans centuries ago, went directly to the heart. The diamond will be accompanied by LovBe’s signature ‘L heart’ engraved stamp, ensuring the authenticity of each LovBe Exclusive Collection ring.

NEW LovBe Eternal Collection

In a very male-dominated industry, LovBe is a female-founded brand offering lab-grown diamonds that are twice the carat weight of a mined diamond for the same price. Only 2 out of every 10 lab-grown diamonds examined by LovBe’s experts are accepted as part of their collection to ensure the best quality. Head on over to LovBe.com to check out everything they offer including their Ring Builder which allows you to build the ring you’ve been daydreaming about!

This Talented Team of Hopeless Romantics Just Found Europe in Byron Bay

Surrounded by tropical fruit plantations, fertile organic farms, and rare butterflies, Deux Belettes was the perfect locale for this inspiration shoot curated by a team of hopeless romantics. Storybook & Co could not have pulled together a more seamless design to match the handpicked French elements encompassing the picturesque villas and gardens. The brilliant Gwen Floral Co. filled her space with soft greenery and whites, adding a hint of welcomed freshness to the overall look. As if this fairytale dream of a shoot could not get any better, it was graced with the most divine dresses from Ella Moda that told a unique love story. See all the magic unfold at the full gallery, captured by the ever so talented Lauren Olivia!

From Lauren Olivia… I think it’s safe to say, all of the incredible vendors involved in this stunning shoot are hopeless romantics, working their magical skills into creating something that not only takes your breath away, but makes you want to relive it time and time again. With Australia having limited architectural dreamscapes that would take us into a world filled with European vibes, Deux Belettes was the diamond in the rough hidden in the North Coast of New South Wales – Byron Bay hinterland to be exact.

Little did we know this place was the fitting match to our hopeless romantic dreams and the perfect back drop for our talented team to create their magic. The palette we decided on was filled with muted tones of yellows, oranges and pinks perfectly matched with soft greenery and whites from the talented floral designer, Gwen Floral Co.

The elegance of Ella Moda dresses, complimenting the gorgeous tones of yellow and creams from the architectural surroundings, hair seamless in execution by Sarah Neill and flawless makeup, encompassing the natural beauty by Hayley Welk, accompanied with princess worthy crowns and jewelry by Little White Couture, it really was a fairytale come true.

The models, Tara and Kiefer were standout features in the breathtakingly picturesque surrounds of the European Villas and gardens, that displayed handmade and handpicked pieces of France that were brought back to Australia after each yearly trip the owners made.

Kiefer dressed in a classical tux, by Black Jacket Suiting makes every heart stop in its wake. Hopeless Romantic was perfectly shot by our fine art film photographer, Lauren Olivia and our incredible videographer, Sam Fregonese and all pulled together by the wizardry of Kirsty from Storybook & Co. Concept.

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Elegant Affair On A Luxurious Farm Tucked Into The Rolling Hills Of Mississippi

Look up! For this inspired shoot, the couple arrived at their wedding destination by private helicopter. After arrival, the helicopter was adorned with florals and remained on-site for the most spectacular photos by Mon Soleil Weddings. The elegant editorial was dreamed up and executed by the incredibly talented Amanda Price Events. Wild, romantic florals in bright tones by Kim Starr Wise Floral Events bring the essence of a spring wedding to life. Get ready to swoon over every last detail in the full gallery.

From Amanda Price Events… The inspiration for this shoot was born from the love of intimate weddings and the opening of the south’s newest venue, Infinity Farms. Tucked into the rolling hills of Southern, Mississippi, just 45 minutes East of New Orleans, Infinity Farms is the Gulf South’s newest and most elegant event venue.

A private helicopter was chartered to bring the soon-to-be-newlyweds to meet their family and friends who were waiting for them to arrive. The helicopter remained on the property throughout the party and was adorned with florals and a lounge to make for an exciting photo opportunity for guests as they mingled and celebrated the couple throughout the evening.

After the ceremony, the couple and their guests dined in the outdoors surrounded by the beauty of the rolling hills. The dinner table brought the color palette and details of the space together by incorporating taper candles in lavender and pink and paper goods whose lines mimicked the architecture of the Pavilion.

A Family Home that Celebrates an Endless Summer

What if your every day home could feel exactly like your dream vacation home? With a serene and simple color palette, seaside inspired decor, crisp white walls and porch that beckons you to crack a beer and stay a while. Well, this family did just that and the result – designed by Scott and Kimberly Nicol – is the very definition of “ahhhhhh.” Images by Johnsons. Photography.

You can’t deny the feeling of an endless summer. There is something about a comfortable, Southern California, coastal home that always feels good. Our beach bungalow offers contemporary costal designs, with the small town charm of Mayberry, El Segundo. With traditional California Craftsman bones, down to the mounted Clark Foam surfboard blank, we pride ourselves in the authenticity that is South Bay LA.

Photography: Hunter Johnson | Developer: Kimberley Nicol | Home Design: Kimberley Nicol

Elegant And Intimate Lytle House Elopement

This picture-perfect elopement is sure to steal your heart. Held at The Lytle House in Chicago, Jennifer and Andrew said “I Do” in front of an intimate guest list of five. They turned to Pop the Knot to create a day filled with enchanting and heartfelt touches. Floral moments by Ashland Addison Floral & Event Decor bring the special day to life, and the imagery by Mandelette Photography has us feeling as if we are there celebrating! Take a closer look at all the fun in the full gallery.

From the bride… We met during my first semester and Andrew’s last semester as graduate students at Indiana University-Bloomington through the dating app, Coffee Meets Bagel. Somehow, we were each other’s first matches on the first day we both downloaded the app, and now we will be each other’s last matches!

After the engagement night came the realities of COVID, families overseas, and our current living situations hit. Eager to start our lives together as soon as possible, we spent many nights discussing future plans. When my sister found out she had to leave the country at the end of March, it kind of hit at the same time: “Hey, why don’t we just get married? We’ll just elope!”

The small reception afterward with five of our most special friends and siblings was relaxing, fun, and comfortable. The intimacy of the wedding made it possible for us to really talk to our guests, enjoy our own wedding with each other, and truly celebrate with our loved ones.

Springtime At The Olana With This Colorful and Romantic Inspiration Shoot!

I think it is safe to say that Spring has officially made its appearance, and if it hasn’t made your way yet, then this inspiration shoot by Megan Kay Photography will certainly give all the springtime feels! With brightly colored florals by Blushington Blooms and a mix of romantic and modern designs throughout detailed by Alexa Kay Events, this intimate setup at The Olana is everything I needed as we inch closer to the weekend! Take a look below and be sure to take note of not one, but two beautiful Berta bridal gowns!

From Megan Kay Photography…We designed this shoot for the bride that values both the modern and romantic look. Our team was inspired by the colors of springtime and the European architecture of The Olana. We wanted to paint a picture of a cheerful and detailed celebration on an intimate scale.

The lush, colorful florals by Blushington Blooms helped to add the element of romance and paired beautifully with the two BERTA gowns and refined, modern details.

Brite Beauty helped to create two separate looks for our bride that highlighted her features and nicely complimented the neckline of each gown.

Alexa Kay did an incredible job in leading the design for our shoot. She is gifted in weaving in beautiful details that show intentionality on both a large and small scale while also adding to the overall mood for the design.

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How You Can Be a More Earth Friendly Hostess

Beth Helmstetter has long been considered one of the best event planners in the industry. She is pure talent and we are so lucky to have featured many of her luxury weddings on Style Me Pretty. But today, in honor of Earth Day, she is channeling her deep knowledge of hosting events into simple but thoughtful ways that you can host gatherings at home while still being conscientious of your environmental footprint, making space for an even more beautiful, an even more delicious, an even more meaningful celebration. Photos by Lauren Ross.

From Beth…After spending over 15 years planning milestone celebrations around the globe, I learned quickly that the most successful gatherings ensure guests feel thought of, comfortable and honored to be in attendance.

When hosting in my home, I’ve always believed that memorable gatherings are created with intention. From the platters you chose to serve your meal on, to the way you source the ingredients in each menu item, even the products you use to design a tablescape and to clean up afterwards.

USE CLOTH NAPKINS. It is possible to be both stylish and hospitable while honoring our natural surroundings. The first and easiest thing to do is to buy cloth napkins that are either sustainably made or vintage. They elevate your everyday dining and reduce your need to rely on paper towels.

INVEST IN FOREVER PIECES. Invest in platters, flatware and glasses that you plan to have for the rest of your life. Find beautiful pieces from a local ceramicist, display foods on your collection of cutting boards or be more intentional about sourcing beautiful serving pieces from local artisans next time you travel.

SOURCE YOUR FOOD THOUGHTFULLY. Choosing meats, seafood and dairy from small, environmentally conscious farms is the number one most sustainable thing you can do when entertaining or preparing any meal for that matter. This might take a bit of effort but talking to a local butcher shop or a purveyor at your farmer’s market, is a great starting point.

Ask specifics about the farms your food is coming from. What do their farming practices look like as it pertains to protecting the environment and treatment of the animals? The same goes for produce. What’s fresh? Where is coming from? And for me, I always go a step further to understand how the employees are treated, as well. A low-waste, sustainable menu starts with research and asking lots and lots of questions.

CHOOSE IN SEASON FOOD. When hosting a gathering at home, plan a simple menu that doesn’t have a huge environmental footprint. Once you find a supplier who aligns with your values, this becomes far easier and you can move on to designing a menu around the products available that week.

From there, the recipes are the easy part! My instinct always goes to light pastas and stone fruit salads in the summer time or a harvest inspired farro dish with a beautiful piece of fish in the late fall.

CLEAN UP CLEAN. I never use paper towels. I have a collection of cloth napkins that are recycled into cleaning towels once they get a little too beat up for entertaining. For cleaning products, I use Seventh Generation and Mrs. Meyer’s. Both lines are easily accessible at my local grocery stores and do a great job. That said, when I have the foresight to plan ahead, I do love Veles because of their zero waste packaging and overall ethos as it relates to sustainability and the environment.

BOTTOM LINE? Challenge yourself to reinvent the way that you entertain and host guests at home in a way that supports the environment and celebrates the natural beauty of our world. Even the smallest adjustments will help build a more sustainable land. And will most likely give way to an even more spectacular, deliciously inviting evening.

Photography: Lauren Ross Photography | Event Design: Beth Helmstetter Events | Event Planning: Beth Helmstetter Events | Floral Design: Studio Mondine | Location: Private Home | Tables: Circa Vintage {Rentals}

Bella Belle’s New Metamorphosis Collection Is Here to Empower Women In Feeling Confident In Their Own Skin

Prepare to fall deeply in love, because this gallery is unlike any other. Every image captured by KT Merry Photography of Bella Belle’s new Metamorphosis collection is a work of art. If we’re being honest, these might be some of our favorite photos of all time – no exaggeration! The collection was created to empower women throughout their own metamorphosis and path to identity, how amazing is that? When we found out the mastermind behind today’s editorial was miss Joy Proctor, the design queen herself, it came to no surprise. From the jaw-dropping gowns to their matching pair of heels – there’s truly a look in here to satisfy every bridal style! See all the swoon-worthy fashion you don’t want to miss at the full gallery.

From Bella Bella Shoes... This editorial took us through our heroine’s captivating metamorphosis path to self-identity. Inspired by nature’s butterflies, the profound story follows her stages of transformation to awakening through colors. With her resilience and hope, she emerged at the end of her journey with a newfound confidence and freedom.

The collection is filled with subtle notions of a butterfly in the form of silhouettes, fabric techniques, and artwork to emulate its natural ecosystem. The collection is created to empower women by making them feel comfortably confident and beautiful in their own skin, as they go through stages of their own transformation.

The story is enlivened with our heroine in feminine, voluminous and playful frocks. The evolution of colors reflect on her newly established confidence and self assurance. As she evolves through every stage, she realizes what makes her different is what makes her special.

Through it all, she found comfort in vulnerability in being comfortable in her own skin. This story is our declaration of femininity and a proclamation of confidence all rolled into one.

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Spring Is In The Air At This Blush of Modern Romance Editorial

Spring is in full bloom at this modern, romantic editorial shoot. Naomi Bennett Design created a day that celebrates the beauty of the season, inspired by a garden with color tones of blush and green. Stunning organic floral arrangements were designed by Not Just in Novels, adding a touch of whimsy to the celebration. You can feel the joy in the beautiful images by Lorin Kelly Photography. Visit the full gallery to celebrate all things Spring.

From Naomi Bennett Design… In this spring editorial, modern meets romance in a blush and green color scheme. The inspiration behind this design was driven by the desire to create a modern and trendy wedding day yet still be every bit as romantic and ethereal!

Our ceremony backdrop was the well-lit windows and stairs of our beautiful space in Downtown Los Angeles. We had an asymmetrical and open floral backdrop with arrangements in varying heights and sizes. We wanted blush hues paired with ivory tones and Spring green to create a spring floral dream.

Each place setting was paired with a hand-calligraphed French Macaron which created the perfect guest-minded experience to welcome everyone to their seat. This design was meant to create whimsy and elegance and featured a beautiful flow. It was minimal and organic but with a huge impact on beauty and romance!

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Embracing Big and Bold Colors With the Pantone Color of the Year for These Intimate Northern California Nuptials

There is something to be said about neutral color palettes (they are a personal fave of mine) BUT sometimes a bold color like a marigold yellow, can really set the mood for your day and I am loving the way Sparkle and Dust Events incorporated it into this inspiration shoot perfectly! From the stationery by Sablewood Paper Co. to the hints of yellow in the floral design by Fig & Vine Floral Design to even the linens, the color was carried through the day from start to finish. Take a look below at Ash Baumgartner‘s stunning photos and all the magic she captured at Park Winters!

From Ash Baumgartner…In the heart of California’s Northern Region lies Park Winters – an intimate private estate venue lush with green gardens, romantic California light, and a pleasant ivory tower, perfect for nuptials of all styles and aesthetics. But what really brings the beauty of the secret gardens and the golden state’s natural facades to life is color – the Pantone Color of the year to be precise, a pop of Illuminating marigold mixed with an assortment of Pantone pinks to complement. And that is exactly what Sparkle and Dust Events brought to life – a playful and romantic color combination that embraced big and bold colors for intimate Northern California nuptials between Ricky and Elijah on a beautiful, yet windy spring day.

Integrating the Pantone color of the year, Illuminating, in a luxurious yet lovely way was the key focal point of the design by Sparkle and Dust Events. From flowing marigold linens on the intimate reception space to pops of Illuminating throughout the floral design by Fig and Vine, a little ray of color sunshine spread its beauty in this inspirational editorial.

As guests arrived at the gardens of Park Winters to see Ricky and Elijah tie the knot, they were greeted with the warmth of the California light, a view onto the venue’s garden labyrinth, and a joyful celebration of two in love as they read personal vows to each other. They knew they were in for no shortage of color based on the beautiful and unique invitation suite by Sablewood Paper Co., complete with marigold and pink details, a custom wax seal, and unconventional shapes. As the ceremony ended, guests perused over to Park Winters’ patio to be greeted with three signature cocktails special to the bride and groom from Bottle and Barlow. Delicious passed appetizers from Pita Kitchen Plus making the rounds to ensure guests were satiated before dinner and dancing. As guests enjoyed their eats and drinks, the couple snuck away to a private lounge near Park Winters’ iconic fountain – a luscious pink velvet couch dripping in florals, perfect for two and a moment for romantic relaxation.

To guide guests to their intimate dinner reception stood an escort display full of love – quite literally lined with beautiful flowers, loving aromas, and a headline declaring Love Me Wild by Fig and Olive Designs. As guests took their seats on Park Winters’ outdoor patio strung with cafe lights, the wind died down and they could enjoy their intimate dinner complete with ghost chairs, custom calligraphy place cards, and bountiful and illuminating florals. The guests were stunned come dessert to see a two-tiered beauty of a cake hanging from the venue’s iconic door arch to the relaxation area dripping in floral and greenery.

While the marigold and pink details were intertwined throughout the day’s inspirational design, nothing wowed more than the couple themselves in stunning ensembles. The bride Ricky was clothed in a stunning sweetheart-lined Beccar Couture gown from Grace and White Bridal with classically romantic hair and makeup by Kourtney Madore and Saja Daood respectively. Light touches of diamonds and romance traced her fingertips and wrist from Sharif Jewelers. And her groom Elijah, the love of her life, surprised her with a classically chic pink tuxedo from Tuxedo Den. Adorned with bountiful florals from Fig and Vine, the two stunned guests with their illuminating beauty.

Captured by film photographer Ash Baumgartner and cinematographer Taylor Petrinovich resulted in an illuminating day full of inspiration for couples looking to incorporate the Pantone color of the year, Illuminating in a romantic and luxurious way.

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Baby Shower Theme: You Are More Than Just A Dream

Dressed in white from head to toe, this angelic celebration was more than just a baby shower. It was a way to honor the beautiful mama-to-be’s pregnancy journey and the baby that she dreamed about for so long. With close friends and family, Cassandra – who happens to be the founder of Event Prep, a wedding and event design firm – crafted a day that felt equal parts meaningful and celebratory, from the sweet details to the endearing theme. This is a baby shower that was built with style -and a whole lot of love. Photographs by Amanda Collins.

After years of dreaming about being a mama, fears of infertility and suffering a miscarriage, being pregnant has been one of the biggest blessings of my life. I truly realize how lucky I am to be able to celebrate this pregnancy with a baby shower.

I’ve always had a baby playlist I would listen to when I needed to go for a drive to hope, pray or cry it out. Ezra Vine’s song “Celeste” features a lyric “you’re something out of a dream,” and I knew if I was ever pregnant that’s how I’d feel. ⁣⁣

After leaving one of my doctors appointments this time around, another one of the songs on my playlist came on the radio: Fitz & The Tantrums’ “Out of my League.” I heard the line “you are more than just a dream,” and a calmness came over me because I knew God had a plan for us all along and had blessed up with this little boy. ⁣ It wasn’t just a dream anymore, it was more, it was real.

Later, when I was thinking about the baby shower, I knew this HAD to be the theme. The baby shower was hosted by my mother-in-law and aunt, they graciously allowed to me to take the reigns when it came to planning out the design and details.

Invitations via Minted helped set the tone of the theme of the day for our co-ed shower and guests were encouraged to take advantage of the color palette by wearing their favorite white attire.

As guests entered the white brick venue space, a “So Fresh & So Clean Clean” sanitizer station was available for them with hand sanitizers and masks to ensure everyone felt comfortable celebrating during this period of Covid.

Large balloon garlands, meant to resemble clouds, hung from the ceiling. As guests made their way to their seats they were greeted with place settings that featured custom ribbons with each guests name on them along with sugar cookies that resembled baby onesies, a sleepy teddy bear under a blanket, and a letter cutout A with calligraphy “August” added on top; a way for us to introduce our baby boy’s name to our family and friends.

A circular table filled with balloons, complete with a giant teddy bear floating from the clouds as the centerpiece, was reserved for family members. For an extra special touch, custom cloud and star printed napkins were sewn for each guest to use, all of which will be repurposed as burp cloths when the baby arrives.

⁣Floral centerpieces and arrangements included white roses (a nod to my middle name – Rosina), baby’s breath – some dyed to baby blue for an ombre feel – hydrangeas, snapdragons, daisies, and more. Flowers were also displayed on a hand painted wooden backdrop wall, a spot for a photo opportunity, with blue clouds and a white background with the theme of the party displayed on the front – “You Are More Than Just A Dream.”

One of the dreamiest details of the party was our “On Cloud Nine” white swing where guests could pose for a photo while being surrounded by fluffy white clouds, made with white lanterns and poly-fil. A “Poppin’ Bottles” champagne bar was set up with cotton candy cloud toppers and Fre champagne, a non-alcoholic version, was a perfect option for the mama-to-be another guests could take advantage of that or the other options available. A beverage station was also available with the Daddy-to-be’s and future Grandpa’s favorite beers.

The menu featured boxed lunches with chicken salad on croissants and an assortment of sandwiches paired with pasta salad and fruit. This allowed for us to cater the event in a way that each meal was individually packaged for our guests while being mindful of the current regulations in place for the event industry. A blue and white iced two tier vanilla cake was displayed on a white wooden pedestals that came complete with BABY blocks and a fondant teddy bear at its base.

All of the details, but more importantly being showered with love by family and friends, helped to create the dreamiest atmosphere for my husband and I as we anticipate the arrival of our baby boy, August Charles, in two short months.

Spring Into Summer With This Must-See Merlot and Blush Wedding Editorial

Is it too early to start getting excited about all things Summer!? I mean how can you blame us when an editorial as darling as this one comes our way. Natasha Gates’ recipe for the perfect summer soirée is lakeside, laidback yet elegant, paired with a glass of rosé – sign us up! In a color palette of the prettiest shades from Rosé to Merlot, Silks a Bloom created organic arrangements that every romantic bride is about to obsess over. See all the details and spring into Summer with us at full gallery – all taken by Erin Wilson Photography.

From Erin Wilson Photography… Rosé to Merlot the prettiest shades of wine and lush over-the-top wedding florals to inspire the extra romantic bride getting married in that late Spring to early Summertime.

Sharing a beautiful cocktail at the outdoor bar and sharing watermelon appetizers is pure perfection. We love the idea of being inspired by the beautiful lake, a glass of rose, a laidback but elegant wedding to kick off summer.

After you enjoy a gorgeous ceremony and cocktail hour outside we imagine a couple settling down inside at a candle lit, piano side reception dripping flowers, champagne and charcuterie. One of our favorite details is a floral pocket square! How fun!

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1st Birthday Party Theme: Where Love Grows

World, meet Poppy. The sweetest, newly minted, one year old we have ever seen. And her lovely parents who threw her and adorable first birthday party, celebrating how big she has grown and how much love she spreads with that charming twinkle in her eye. With only a few guests in an effort to stay safe, the sweet details behind the day – crafted by her designer mama, Sarah of Fig and Whiskey – are what made this sunshine filled party so very special. Photographs by Billye Donya.

For Poppy’s first birthday we wanted to share some love during a time when the world really needs a little extra care. The theme was Poppy Rose Grows, spreading the love for her first celebration.

We wanted to make sure that her party gave back, so a portion of the flower vessels and the desserts were donated to BLM organizations and the champagne from One Hope donated a portion of the proceeds to provide healthy meals to children. We celebrated with her Aunt and Uncle who live next door and her grandma who came for a visit in March and decided not to leave when the state shut down.

Poppy’s party also took place on Fathers Day so the sign on the dessert table is for my husband, Corey’s, first Fathers day. Our song is “You are the Sunshine of my Life” and the sign reads, “You are the sunshine of our life, together we made a rainbow”

We sang happy birthday to Poppy with other family members who called in on the computer and watched her have her first cake. We served lemonade and champagne and little snacks for a relaxed afternoon in the backyard.

You Would Never Believe This Romantic Backyard Wedding Was Planned In One Month!

Where there’s a will, there’s a way! After Misa and Andy had to postpone their original wedding date due to the pandemic, they decided they didn’t want to wait any longer to get married and put together a celebration that seeing is believing in only one month! They enlisted the help of Modest Magnolia to design and execute an utterly romantic day filled with a neutral color palette mixed with blush for a touch of warmth and geometric detailing to keep things interesting. Flowers by Peonies And Petals have us falling in love with this special day. Every darling detail is perfectly captured by Donna Lam Photography. Visit the full gallery to see every single inch.

From the bride… After making the decision to postpone our October wedding, we decided to move forward with an intimate celebration. I started searching for an AirBnB to host a small backyard wedding and cut down our 250 guests list to just 40 guests.

We booked an Airbnb for the entire weekend in Murrieta, CA. It had the most beautiful view of the hillsides and when the sunset it was just magical. I had this idea of an all-white, garden wedding, filled with soft pink florals, pink accents, and twinkle lights.

I couldn’t be happier with how our wedding looked, all of this wouldn’t have been possible without the amazing vendors that we had. Each of them went above and beyond to make our event memorable.

A Spring Elopement Inspired By the Romance and Whimsy of This Unique Monique Lhuillier Gown!

Say hello to an inspiration shoot that embodies everything we love about Springtime weddings – organic arrangements that look like they’ve been picked straight from the garden, airy gowns, and sunset portraits in blooming fields. Magnolia Hill Farm provided the most beautiful, sunflower-filled backdrop for today’s stunning Spring elopement. Passiflora Studios and Jenny Haas Photography drew inspiration for the overall design from the whimsical Monique Lhuillier gown, complete with a soft pastel color palette. For all the pretty details, head on over to the full gallery!

From Jenny Haas Photography… This Spring elopement style inspiration shoot featuring our bride and groom Grace and Devin, was designed by Passiflora Studios and Jenny Haas Photography.

Our inspiration was drawn from the romance and whimsy of the unique Monique Lhuillier gown, and soft pastel colors of spring. Our shoot took place at Magnolia Hill Farm with a vast landscape.

Caroline with Passiflora designed an arch in the courtyard for the ceremony space as the golden sun was beginning to set over the rolling hills making for the perfect backdrop.

Break Out the Bubbly, it’s Nearly Pool Party Season!

Oh, hey Summer. I see you over there, waiting patiently to envelop us in your fruity cocktails and crystal blue swimming pools. And thanks to this AHHHHH-dorable party, I just wanted you to know…I’m so ready. Planned to charming perfection by Pamela Barefoot, with wall-worthy photographs by Lisa Blume, I am heading to the kitchen now to whip up something frozen and fabulous.

Goodstone Inn’s serene pool and picturesque countryside backdrop was the obvious location to throw a summer soiree! We wanted the party to evoke a fun, flirty and easy going vibe!

The venue has an iconic ivy wall which provided an exceptional welcome spot with our hot pink signage and our pool models decked out in vintage suits.

Guests entered the party through a green hall way adorned with soft pink palm leaves, leading to the pool terrace. They were greeted by a steel drum band playing in the background and hot pink, orange fruity cocktails.

An exquisite meal of light lunch fare was served on the lawn adjacent to the pool, overlooking the sprawling green mountains.

We went all in on the summer vibe. From pool floats to jelly tote favor bags filled with sunglass and beach towels, to brightly patterned linens and a beach ball backdrop. An afternoon of food, fun photos, great music and mingling with friends was the perfect way to welcome in the summer season!