You just found out you’re expecting, yay! Now, cue the early bedtime, bouts of nausea and tender lady friends. As your body starts to shift and change for baby you’ll take notice—but if you’re prepared, the first 12 weeks won’t be so bad. Arm yourself with these ten lifesaving first trimester must-haves!

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I’ve had the unique pleasure of meeting Callista of Callista & Co. and let me tell you, she’s an absolute gem. Her passion for weddings is evident, her love for LOVE is unparalleled, and to top it all she’s got style (and class) for days. So to say that you should book her pronto for your next celebration is kind of a given. Peek a few of her portfolio pretties below and get to know this incredible boss lady below!

Callista & Company offers personalized planning and design services for beautiful weddings and events around the world. With highly detailed and organized coordination, warm and attentive support, as well as custom and creative design guidance, we create stress-free events that showcase your unique vision. Our team provides the highest level of service and has developed relationships with leading venues and renowned professionals to ensure you have an exceptional team on your side.

Our Role: We are a consultant and collaborator, working with you to ensure your dream wedding day becomes a reality. Callista & Co. offers advice and personalized recommendations based on years of experience and etiquette studies, while always taking into account your unique vision. We are a boutique company taking on a select number of weddings per year to ensure every detail is planned to perfection and every couple receives the dedication they deserve.

Callista Sessler shares her time between Southern California and the Pacific Northwest with her charming fiancé and boisterous English bulldog. After 10 years of experience in fashion, Callista began freelancing in weddings and events, shadowing some of the best in the business. Falling in love with the industry, Callista decided to transition her career. She launched Callista & Co. in 2012 and gained invaluable experience as the Assistant Director of Events at the beautiful Fairmont Miramar Hotel. Callista has successfully managed over 100 events from grand weddings and dazzling galas, to intimate dinner parties, and everything in-between.

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Crisp air, autumn leaves, a gorgeous farm setting, flowers in rich fall hues and one very in love couple — these are the elements of a perfect fall wedding, and thanks to vendors like Tourterelle Floral Design, Emma and Patrick’s big day. Get ready, because you’re going to want to pin every one of Tori Watson Photography‘s beautiful images in The Vault!

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From The Bride…Veritas Vineyards was the perfect setting for our small, intimate wedding. They had a beautiful farmhouse we were able to stay for the weekend; it was really special for us to be able to spend that extra time with our families and have them get to know each other better. The day of the wedding was incredible. The site of the ceremony was gorgeous, overlooking the vineyards, and it was so special to be surrounded by our family and close friends. The reception was beautiful and we enjoyed a delicious sit-down dinner. The best part was that we had time to enjoy ourselves as well as spend time with all of our guests. The whole weekend was everything we had been hoping for!

Photography: Tori Watson Photography | Floral Design: Tourterelle Floral Design | Wedding Dress: Bridals By Lori | Cake: Maliha Creations | Invitations: Paper on the Avenue | Bride's Shoes: Etsy | Catering: The Farmhouse At Veritas | Hair + Makeup: Lou Stevens Glam Squad | Officiant: Rev. Claire Goodman, Interfaith Minister - Sacred Ground Ceremonies | Harpist: Eve Watters | Venue: The Farmhouse At Veritas

Only someone as talented as Whitney Heard Photography and Elleson Events could watch fog rolling over moss-covered trees and dream up a wedding as gorgeous as this. With an organic elegance and natural beauty, every inch of this editorial is straight out of a dream. Fall in love with it all in The Vault!

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Photography: Whitney Heard Photography | Wedding Dress: Maureen Patricia Bridal | Invitations: Flourish Calligraphy | Hair + Makeup: Style Hair and Makeup | Groom's Attire: Theodore 1922 | Venue: Bay Preserve | Event Planning + Floral Design: Elleson Events | Film Processing: Richard Photo Lab | Ribbon: Silk and Willow | Veils: Blair Nadeau Millinery

We’ve got a full day ahead of us, so let’s get started! First up on our romantic romp through Northern California is the Sutro Baths, and then onto some wine tasting, and a dance on the shores overlooking San Fran’s Golden Gate Bridge. And our tour guides? This future groom and his bride-to-be. And the best part? Lindsay Madden snuck along to document it all – see more in our Vault right this way!

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From Lindsay Madden Photography… I had the best time at Katlin and Nawder’s May engagement session which took us from the rolling hills of Napa Valley wine country to the relaxed shores of Baker Beach and lastly, we got to spend golden hour at the historic Sutro Baths in Lands End. It was a wonderful day and the perfect prelude to their September wedding in Napa Valley!

Photography: Lindsay Madden Photography | Venue: Sutro Baths | Venue: Baker Beach

For the classic bride looking to incorporate a bit of color: this wedding is for you. A sweetly Southern affair drenched in deep hues of burgundy, bits of bourbon, and the most stunning lace veil we’ve ever seen, it’s low-country meets high style that you’re sure to love. With Simply Sarah Photography capturing every moment of marital bliss, you’ll want to piece through this gallery pronto. See it all in The Vault!

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From The Bride…David and I met while David was working in Australia. After a year of dating in Australia David’s company wanted him to move to Savannah, Georgia. We instantly fell in love with Savannah’s moss-draped oaks, beautiful squares and romantic riverfront.

As most of our guests were flying in from Australia and all corners of the United States we really wanted to share the same Southern hospitality that we had felt when we first moved to Savannah. It was important to us to make sure that all of our guests felt loved and included not only on our wedding day but throughout their entire stay. We looked for special ways to include our guests wherever we could so that by our wedding day everyone would feel like family. Throughout the weekend our guests were invited to join us for a low-country boil, a trolley tour of the Historic District and a riverboat cruise along the Savannah River.

When looking for a venue we could not go past the charming Whitefield Chapel. The quaint chapel surrounded by the beautiful grand oaks dripping in Spanish Moss perfectly captured the beauty of The South. Our catering company worked with us to come up with a menu consisting of local favorites including shrimp and grits and chicken and waffles and our baker sourced locally farmed, in-season produce to create the most beautiful cake. A month out from the wedding when details and timelines were bearing down we decided to take some time off from wedding plans for a Bourbon Bury. A Bourbon Bury is fun little Southern folklore that we had happened to stumble upon that says if you bury a bottle of bourbon, upside down, at the site of where you are to be married exactly a month from your wedding date then it won’t rain on your wedding day. On the day of your wedding you are meant to dig up the bourbon and share it with your bridal party in celebration.

Truly the highlight of the day was being surrounded by so many of our loved ones from near and far and being able to share such a special day with them. Digging up our bourbon after doing the bourbon bury the month previously and sharing it with our friends and family was just yet another fun way to include everyone in our day. Walking across the grounds to the place where we buried the bourbon with so many of dearest and their own significant others was one of the sweetest moments from the day.

Photography: Elizabeth Lanier Photography | Event Planning: Design Studio South | Floral Design: Urban Poppy | Wedding Dress: Pronovias | Cake: A Squad Bake | Ceremony Venue: Whitefield Chapel | Reception Venue: Whitefield Chapel | Hair + Makeup: Pastel Makeup & Hair | Rentals: Amazing Event Rentals

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Maybe it’s the blue door, the farmhouse sink, the white kitchen with it’s subway tile and mismatched wooden island chairs, the beautifully simple bedrooms or the al fresco lounge area that have my little finger wrapped around this house tour. I can’t really remember which characteristic stole my heart first, but this 108-year-old home tour from Diani Living and TOAST Santa Barbara is one I want to step into over and over again. You can too, here in The Vault with imagery from Jen Rodriguez.

From TOAST Santa Barbara… Four years ago, Caroline Diani and Jeffery Doornbos approached TOAST Santa Barbara to assist with coordination and floral design of their wedding in Santa Barbara, CA. The stunning al fresco wedding was featured on Style Me Pretty in California and was filled with all sorts of sentimental details. Four years later, Kim Curtis of TOAST Santa Barbara was working in conjunction with Curtis and Associates on a major renovation of a 1908 home in Santa Barbara and needed someone to stage the home to sell.

Serendipitously, Caroline and her husband, Jeffrey, were in the process of launching their new design firm, Diani Design Studio. Curtis and Associates wanted something unique and fresh to stage the historic home and thought that Caroline and Jeffery, with their discerning eye and love of all things beautiful, would be the perfect fit to fill the home with extraordinary treasures.

The collaboration between all involved was once again a success. Pieces brought in from all over the country highlight the new clean finishes in the house, all the while giving nod to the home’s historic roots. Artwork by Jeffrey hangs on many of the walls and luxury details such as bedding and throw pillows from Diani Living fill the bedrooms while soaps and towels are set in the restrooms. TOAST Santa Barbara brought in floral to add a living pop to the environment and to compliment the potted succulents by Dalla Vita.

Everyone involved wanted to move in at the completion of this project! Fortunately, as buying the house isn’t an option for everyone, purchasing the items is as many of these luxury details can be found at Diani Living.

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Photography: Jen Rodriguez Photography | Floral Design: TOAST Santa Barbara | Decor: Diani Living

From backyard bonfires to beachside ceremonies, ’tis the season for all things sunny and saturated (because incase you haven’t heard it’s SUMMER!!!). And to celebrate what just so happens to be our fave season we’re sharing fun summer details that you’ll want to steal pronto. Whether you’re a newlywed planning an at home gathering or a bride-to-be pinning for biggest party of your life, we’ve got it all to inspire here!

Summer Details to Steal

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Summer Details to Steal

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When it came time to plan their destination wedding, this couple knew The Bahamas was the perfect spot for them. Not only because of the island’s obvious beauty, but it was the birthplace and home to the groom during his childhood years. Julie Cate captured their white-on-white beach soiree and our jaws have officially dropped. More in The Vault!

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From The Bride…Rob and I met nearly 7 years ago on the 4th of July at a friend’s rooftop party after I had just moved to the city from Florida. We had an instant connection and have made so many amazing memories together over the years, two of the most special being our engagement in Provence and our wedding in Harbour Island.

After we got engaged, we immediately knew we wanted a destination wedding with a weekend full of activities where our family and friends could be together in a relaxed setting. We visited several venues in the Northeast and in the South before taking a chance on a charming little island we read about in the Bahamas. Rob was born in the Bahamas and lived there with his family in his early years, so we thought it was particularly relevant to us. We visited Harbour Island the year before our wedding and instantly fell in love with the people, the golf carts, the roosters, the island’s beauty and style – everything about it! As soon as we visited The Ocean View Club and met with Ben and Charlie of Little Island Design, we knew there was no one else we wanted to work with.

As we were planning the wedding, I knew I wanted an island chic vibe that would be classic and timeless. We wanted our wedding to feel relaxed and laid back, while still maintaining an element of formality. We worked with Ben and Charlie on the floral design of simple greenery and white flowers paired with a classic black and white dance floor in the sand. I knew from the start that I wanted my bridesmaids to wear fabulous white dresses of their own choice to stand out against our handsome groomsmen in tuxes.

The wedding weekend turned out to be even better than we envisioned. The island is so small that it felt like we took it over! Our families rented houses on the island, our wedding party took over The Ocean View Club, and our other guests stayed in hotels right down the beach. After events on Thursday and Friday, we were married in the iconic Pink Church in the center of the island. After the ceremony we surprised our guests with a Junkanoo band that paraded us down the street to The Ocean View Club. One of my favorite moments was looking back at the line of golf carts driving up to the reception. We had cocktails on the Terrace and then moved down to the tent on the beach for dinner and dancing. It was an amazing feeling to see your vision come to life. Ben and Charlie and the LID team exceeded my expectations with every detail from the impressive food to the custom made dance floor to the outdoor lounge area. Our band, the Sultans of Swing, who flew in from Boston had our guests on their feet and kept up the energy all night.

Lastly, I can’t say enough about Julie and James. Not only is she an incredibly talented photographer who perfectly captured our wedding day, she is the sweetest person who put us at ease on such a special day. We still joke about “almost kisses” to this day. We were blown away by the portraits she took of us and our wedding party and we were rolling in laughter at some of the candid shots she captured from the reception. We are so happy we worked with Julie and we will always cherish the beautiful images that will always bring us back to our wedding day.

Photography: Julie Cate | Floral Design: Near The Ocean View Club | Wedding Dress: Romona Keveza Legends | Invitations: Dabney Lee | Ceremony Venue: St. John’s Anglican Church, Harbour Islands Bahamas | Reception Venue: Ocean View Club | Bride’s Shoes: Stuart Weitzmen | Band: Sultans of Swing | Groom’s Attire: Hugo Boss Red Label | Officiant: Father Kirkland Russell | Film Processing: The Find Lab

It never fails… the one thing I always forget to do before company comes over is clean my stainless steel. And then halfway through the party while we’re indulging in wine and cheese at my kitchen island, I spot the streaks and fingerprints on my fridge and cringe. Sound familiar? I’ve added it to my weekly routine now so I’m always prepared—here are a few work-like-magic methods I use!

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Guys, I’m not crafty.  But what I am is totally able to follow directions.  So you better believe that I’ll be tuning in to Creativebug’s live Facebook stream TODAY for their awesome how-to on DIY table decor. Because whether you’re a crafting novice, a total pro or just need a little instruction (read: me), Creativebug’s team of experts will have you channeling your inner Abby Larson for a wedding that is as handcrafted as it is pretty.  It’s that simple.

With over 700 online classes and a plethora of award-wining videos, Creativebug’s lineup of wedding DIYs is everything (and I mean everything) you’ll ever need to craft that wedding of your dreams – from baking + decorating your very own cake to sewing your groom’s bowtie to creating party decorations that will set your celebration apart.  Even better? Creativebug’s offerings span a wide variety of skill sets, so if you’ve been mastering paper flowers since the ripe old age of eight (read: all of my co-workers) or still not sure how to master the glitter and glue gun (again, me), Creativebug has a class for you.  It’s that totally unique + totally YOU wedding made oh-so-easy. We honestly love that.

Ready to master all things DIY? Start by attending Creativebug’s live Facebook feed TODAY from 3-4 PM PST and then head over to Creativebug for their amazing lineup of wedding DIYs that will make your hearts (and nuptials) happy.

When it comes time to welcome baby, the most important room in the house becomes the nursery. And boy oh boy (or girl!) do we have plenty of inspiring cuties to peruse. But before you go and fill it with pretty pieces and decor, picking the perfect hue can be quite the challenge—especially with pregnancy brain making you change your mind every other minute. Let us help inspire the process with these sweet neutral colors!

10 of the Prettiest Neutral Paints for Baby's Nursery

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10 of the Prettiest Neutral Paints for Baby's Nursery

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There was no doubt Derek Jeter and Hannah Davis’ wedding style was going to be on point. But these sneaky peaks of the big day held at the Meadowood Napa Valley this past weekend were enough to send us into full-on swoon mode. Can you say, dreamy California #weddinggoals?

No surprise the model-turned-bride brought her fashion A-game with a not one, but two Vera Wang wedding gowns including a high neck number we absolutely love. Kuddos to Hannah for a bridal fashion risk that totally paid off.

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For those that you that envision a destination wedding but can’t quite swing it, how about taking note from Naomi + Yinan and plan yourself a destination engagement session instead? With Nadia Hung Photography behind the lens snapping up every second of sunshine these darling pair are as sweet as they come. All in all, it’s the ultimate e-sesh that’s sure to inspire and we’ve got it waiting for you in The Vault!

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From Nadia Hung Photography…Naomi + Yinan has already visioned of a destination wedding but they decided to do a destination engagement photoshoot after resorting to getting married in Hong Kong. They chose Sunstone Winery Villa with a stunning Italian backdrop which reminded them of their travels in Europe. Naomi also wanted to incorporate a mini bridal boudoir for her getting ready. It’s been a pleasure to document and fulfill their dream for a destination photoshoot.

Photography: Nadia Hung Photography | Floral Design: Sarah Park Events | Wedding Dress: Vera Wang | Bride's Shoes: Jimmy Choo | Hair + Makeup: Jess Wilcox | Venue: Sunstone Winery & Villa | Styling + Art Direction: Nadia Hung Photography

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If you thought that the men had it oh-so-easy when it comes to wedding day fashion you’d be wrong. So wrong. Because guess what? The options are almost endless. So whether your groom is opting for the traditional tie, or even a bold yet beautiful bolo, we’ve got a few favorite options for them to choose from below!

Neckwear for the Groom

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Neckwear for the Groom

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I recently found myself in need of the PERFECT shade of gray paint and a contractor that needed that decision like yesterday. I quickly called upon my design guru and she delivered the loveliest paint color, Gray Owl. So in an effort to round up classic gray paint colors for those who don’t have a stylish friend on speed dial, check out our 10 go-to’s that work in each and every home. Promise!

Go-to Gray Paint Colors

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Y’all it’s official, Molly and Ben are just about the cutest couple ever. For not only did these two rock some serious style on their special day, but they also spelled out their newlywed status with big ol’ balloons (talk about adorable)! Rach Loves Troy captured it all to share and we’ve got it waiting for you favorite in The Vault

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From Rach Loves Troy…When we first chatted with Molly and Ben it was evident they were a cool couple with some serious style. They had met and fallen in love in Las Vegas where molly was a Cirque du soleil dancer and then when work took Ben to New York City and now Laguna Beach, California. I knew after all that Molly and been had to be an adventurous couple and so full of life.

Their day was exactly that! Nothing but smiles from these two all day and their wedding style at the Bride totally reflected their calm cool and collected personalities the day of the wedding. They had this perfect mix of sweet southern with modern fun! So many fun details down to the beautiful floral appliqués on Molly’s adorable Two piece Jenny Yoo dress.

I loved how the blue, gray, and creams of their wedding perfectly blended with the style of the Brice. Molly was so conscious of the amazing design features this gorgeous hotel had to offer all on its own. Throw in all her adorable Kate Spade touches with their Mr. and Mrs. balloons and it was seriously beautiful!

Photography: Rach Loves Troy | Cinematography: Rach Loves Troy | Coordination: Design Studio South | Floral Design: Urban Poppy | Wedding Dress: Jenny Yoo | Cake: Savannah Rum Runners | Hair + Makeup: B Street Salon | Venue: The Brice Hotel

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Styled shoots are special – they give vendors the opportunity to create any scene their heart desires and when we get invited in, we get pretty excited. And this one here is divine. With Mango Muse Events behind the wheel, various influences were combined into one Old World meets modern elegance at Chateau de Jalesnes and Julia Winkler captured all. Our Vault is brimming with the goods – this way!

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From Mango Muse Events… For this fall French chateau wedding shoot, we really wanted to create a whole wedding to showcase the beauty of the chateau. So, we did just that and to inspire us, was Jasper and Camille.

Jasper and Camille met in France while studying abroad. They became friends and then later, more than friends. She’s American and he’s British, so when they got engaged, they wanted a destination wedding in the country where they met. They wanted to celebrate where they fell in love and share it with their guests. They wanted a small wedding, just family and a couple of close friends and they wanted everyone to stay together in the same place. While they love Paris, they wanted something a bit quieter, so they picked a chateau in Loire Valley. Chateau de Jalesnes was perfect because it is in the countryside, but not so far away from Paris that they couldn’t hang out there too.

She’s a teacher of biology and he’s a historian. They love trivia, puzzles, facts and of course history. So, we included touches that evoke a bit of history both past and the creation of a new one. They wanted to bring in both of their cultures and mix it with French style. So, we created a wedding with an old world feel combined with a contemporary natural look. Comfortable but luxurious, organic but detailed.

The details included special gifts for their wedding guests leading them from one area and stage in the wedding day to the next. As guests woke up, they received a vial of perfume to get them ready for the day. Then at the ceremony located at the forest decorated with garlands fitting the tower ruins, the guests receive a vintage French handkerchief.

After the ceremony, guests are greeted in the foyer with small hand written notes and stories (decorated with natural florals and vines and mini apples) sitting next to a history book where guests are asked share their favorite stories of the couple. At dinner, the place cards and menus showcase an amazing meal to come. Tables are set with overflowing natural garlands with fall foliage, fruit and flowers. The night ends with drinks in the lounge, delectable desserts and the couple’s favor, a choice of coffee or tea (each a favorite of the couple’s).

Photography: Julia Winkler | Event Planning + Design: Mango Muse Events | Floral Design: Flore et Sens | Wedding Dress: Divine Atelier | Stationery: Sarah Drake Design | Bride's Shoes: Bella Belle | Catering: Timmerman | Makeup: B! Make-up | Hair: Hotel Particulier Rangers | Venue: Chateau de Jalesnes | Models: Esya | Robe: Doie Lounge

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This morning we’re taking a little trip to rural Tennessee for a wedding with so much heart we can hardly stand it. These two grooms set out to plan their “perfectly imperfect” celebration with Stunning Events by their side, the end result was a day overflowing with love. Kristin Sweeting captured and there’s lots more right this way.

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From The Groom…Mike and I knew from the start that we wanted our wedding day to be above all a celebration of love. We of course didn’t have the most storybook relationship and we knew that we didn’t want to have a storybook wedding, but we did want all of our closest family and friends to know and share in our love for each other. After a very long engagement, which itself took place in the presence of a small group of family and friends, we quickly set to work in planning the biggest day of our lives. We almost immediately settled on a spring wedding due to its association with renewal and life. With a spring wedding planned, we couldn’t bear the thought of getting married indoors, so it was relatively easy from there to land on Arrington Vineyards in Arrington, Tennessee as our venue. The site offered tons of space for our celebration, along with flexibility in planning.

Neither of us are formal people–we are most comfortable in gym clothes with a small group of friends. We wanted this casual vibe to be present in our wedding but in an elegant way–we wanted the day to be care-free for us and our guests while emphasizing elements of simple beauty. We chose blues, whites, and grays as our theme mostly because we knew that they would flow well with the background of spring in Tennessee. From there, it was mostly a matter of choosing our vendors and sharing our vision with them. Many of the people who helped us pull off our biggest day were already our friends, and those who weren’t became our friends during the process. Our two biggest life savers in the whole process were definitely our wedding planner, Kristin Kaplan of Stunning Events, and Kristin Sweeting of Kristin Sweeting Photography. Both were so easy to work with while maintaining a high degree of professionalism. There were definitely hiccups along the way, but these two in particular were right there to smooth them over.

In the end, our wedding day was perfectly imperfect. Our wedding party all looked beautiful, our florals were stunning, the food was delicious, the band was rowdy, the drinks were strong, and the rain held off until the final declaration and then let up right after cocktail hour. Our friends and family were able to celebrate with us for a whole night with more than enough smiles to go around. And the love, which we worked so hard to be able to show to the world, was given right back to us in overflowing abundance.

Photography: Kristin Sweeting Photography | Event Planning: Stunning Events | Floral Design: Tim Riffle | Cake: Dulce Desserts | Bridesmaids' Dresses: Two Birds Bridesmaids | Catering: Flavor Catering | Hair + Makeup: Brian O'Connor | Groom's Attire: Hugo Boss | Groomsmen Attire: The Black Tux | Venue: Arrington Vineyard | Cufflinks: Tateossian | Groom's Clothier: Levy's | Groom's Shoes: Magnanni | Invitations, Stationery + Logos: The Groom

Craving color? Consider your prayers answered thanks to this stunner of a celebration from Veronica Lola Photography. It’s the ultimate summer soiree complete with saturated hues that are sure to satisfy, and if that’s not enough we’ve got even more pretty waiting for you in The Vault!

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From Veronica Lola Photography…Their wedding was set in a quaint little inn in northwest NJ, near the Delaware water gap. Nicole + Trevor ooze affection for each other and the soft and romantic details tied their love for each other perfectly. Nicole was my kind of bride, and hiked in the July heat in her heels at the Delaware Water Gap for photos, with Trevor close behind. High five to Nicole!

Photography: Veronica Lola Photography | Wedding Dress: Lovely Bridal Shop | Bride's Shoes: Badgley Mischka | Jewelry: Cat Bird | Makeup: Melissa Daloia Co Luxury Hair Make Up | Hair: Jessica Rac | Groom's Attire: J.Crew | Venue: Inn At Millrace Pond | Film Processing: PhotoVision Prints