Style Me Pretty: Wedding Blog for the Style-Obsessed Bride

Modern Arkansas Wedding with Feminine Statement Bow

This wedding is proof that it’s all in the details! Jessika McCuin Weddings planned a day filled with timeless details and special touches. Our favorite? The big, beautiful bow on the back of the bride’s Sareh Nouri wedding dress. Florals by Tanarah Luxe Floral are the definition of elegance, and every moment is beautifully captured in time by Kati Mallory Fine Art Photography. Visit the full gallery for a closer look.

Lauren and Garrett’s stunning celebration was definitely one for the books! Designed and executed by Jessika McCuin Weddings, the wedding reflected the elegant, modern, and glamorous vision of the couple. Blooms created by Tanarah Luxe Floral set the scene for a stunning reception, and music by The Manhattan Band kept guests entertained for hours!

The wedding party was dressed in timeless fashions. The groom and groomsmen sported classic tuxedos, and the bridesmaids, adorned in blue satin dresses, carried white neutral flowers with flowing ribbons in their arms. These choices allowed Lauren’s wedding dress to steal the show – she wore a stunning gown with a showstopping statement bow on the back that literally took my breath away!

One of my personal favorites about this day was how many unique elements were brought into it. From the custom ghost chairs for guests, to the towering cake, to the surprise popcorn bar at the reception… It really was such a gorgeous and remarkable day!

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Kati Mallory Fine Art Photography

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Chic Cabo Wedding At Flora Farms

This Cabo wedding is effortlessly cool. Filled with a neutral color palette, and lots of pretty little details, Amy Abbott Events planned the dreamiest of days. Eye-catching floral design BY Martha Lomeli Weddings & Events is unparalleled, and all of the beauty is artfully captured in photography by Anya Kernes. Visit the full gallery for endless inspiration.

From the bride… Francis and I love vacationing in Cabo, and Flora Farms happens to be one of our favorite restaurants in town. He decided to pop the question there while we were touring the place before dinner.

We knew we wanted a romantic outdoor setting for our wedding venue one day, and it just felt right when we were there. We didn’t look any further and we knew this would be the place we wanted to get married.

My vision was a romantic, whimsical, yet effortless vibe with lots of flowers and candles. Despite a storm and hurricane right before, my vision came out perfectly, and even more! The vendors made the venue so romantic with many string lights and candles.

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English Garden Inspired Wedding at Carmel Mountain Ranch Estate

A pink custom telephone booth, a tea bar, and the most dapper four-legged duo we ever did see! These are just a few of the special details we fell for at today’s English garden inspired fête planned by Amorette Events Co and blooms from Julep Bloom Design! To see every last detail from this floral-filled affair, don’t miss out on the full gallery of inspiration all captured by Ether & Smith!

From the Bride… Aubree first spotted Wylie in middle school and admired him from afar for 3 years. In 2010, the two started a friendship during their sophomore year in AP European History and eventually began dating. They were finding their own age of enlightenment sneaking glances at each other, rather than learning about the cultural movement of intellectuals in 17th century Europe. As luck would have it, they even were prom King and Queen their senior year of high school. Wylie proposed in 2019 on a surprise trip to Treehouse Pointe. A tree house hotel located just outside of Seattle, WA. He packed a picnic, ring they had picked out and designed together and had a photographer hidden in the bushes to capture the special moment.

Wedding inspiration and vision: Wylie and Aubree live in the historic district of San Juan Capistrano, CA just down the street from the Tea House on Los Rios. The two spent many anniversaries and birthday celebrations over a cup a tea and heart shaped scones at The Tea House. They wanted to incorporate the ambiance of English tea into their big day. Aubree was inspired by florals on vintage fine bone China patterns, garden roses, every shade of pink/peach and subtle grandmacore vibes. The couple bought and painted an English phonebooth and added a working telephone for the guest book. They also wanted the guests to be able to have a tea service and so they incorporated a tea bar with a variety of tea selections and Royal Albert teacups curated and collected by the bride. As a last-minute touch, real butterflies were added to provide more color throughout the décor and pull the garden vibe inside.

Highlights from the wedding day: We wanted a big wedding with an intimate feel. We knew we may not get a chance to talk to each guest on the day, so we decided to write personal letters to each guest and had it placed at their seat for dinner. We wanted to express our love and appreciation to each person for joining us on our wedding day and thank them for the role they had in our journey to this point. This small act magnified the warmth in the ballroom and love and gratitude we felt for each person in attendance. It had a huge impact on the guests. It really brought a personal connection to each conversation throughout the night and was also a way to recollect meaningful memories we shared in the letters. In total 146 letters were written, 1 for each couple/family or person in attendance. We spent our writing power writing letters and forgot to write our vows. We both wrote our vows in the 30 minutes just before the ceremony. Our vows were short sweet and quintessentially Aubree and Wylie. They both carried a similar theme, that Aubree leaves trash in every car she enters, and referenced our dog children Luna and Nori. Not writing our vows ahead of time was stressful on the day, but in retrospect, the laughter and tears that our personal last-minute expressions of love brought to us has become one of our most treasured memories. Our final highlight was having our dog children Luna (10) and Norberta (3) included in the day. We got Luna in 2012 as Wylie was leaving for college. She was supposed to be his replacement. Instead, her intuitive, silly nature helped bridge the distance between us for the four years Wylie was at university. Norberta, the little sister, inched her way into our hearts solidifying our family as a seamless addition and best friend to all. My favorite moment of the day was standing at the isle looking at the family and friends who had supported us for ten years and seeing our two doodles waiting with Wylie at the other end of the aisle. We never imagined that 10 years later we would be at the alter with Luna, and now Norberta, getting married. It was magic.

Advice for planning couples: Enjoy the planning process because one day you’ll be sitting on the couch with your husband reminiscing about the fun time you had rearranging the seating chart 900 times.. Most importantly, be sure to build a team of vendors that you know you can trust, vibe well with and can refer to for advice and recommendations. We were so lucky to have found amazing vendors that we loved and felt personally connected to. They do this every weekend, they’re the experts, trust them. Also, don’t forget to write your vows. “

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Exactly What Your Bridal Party Should Pay For (And Shouldn’t Pay For!)

Bride Tribe, I Do Crew, Wedding Squad. Whatever you call them, their number one role is to support you and shower you with love and celebration on your way to the altar. But with that, of course, comes events, responsibilities, and the awkward subject of financial obligations for all the above. Since there can be a few grey areas — like should bridesmaids buy their own dresses, get their own hotel rooms, or cover certain bachelorette expenses? — there’s a lot to think about! But, don’t worry, we’ve got you covered. Today, we’re filling you in on all things to know to make the bridal party experience just as wonderful as the day itself!

What The Wedding Party Is Expected To Pay For:

Bridal Shower. Your BFF is on her way to wedded bliss. So it’s the perfect time to celebrate with all of her friends and family. Often times, a member of the bride’s family or a close family friend will be so excited and offer to host the bridal shower. If not, the bridal party can come together and host a bridal shower for their girl. In that event, you would help to cover the costs of the affair. (Good news on this front – the party itself can be considered your gift!). If you are not hosting, consider getting something off of her registry, or go in on a group gift!

Bachelorette Or Bachelor Party. As if the whole wedding celebration wasn’t fun enough, the bachelorette and the bachelor party is the perfect opportunity to let loose and shower the happy couple with love (and maybe a shot or two…!). When it comes to shelling out for this, traditionally the entire bridal party, even if some are unable to attend, should do their best to chip in. If it’s a night out on the town, the bridal party can contribute to transportation, food, drinks and, of course, any fun party favors! If it’s a weekend getaway, they can try to pay for as much as possible throughout the weekend, like entertainment, meals, etc. Just be sure to have money conversations for these events beforehand without the bride or groom present.

Hotel & Travel For The Wedding. This usually lands in your court… which is great because you’ll want to make the arrangements work with your schedule anyways! Our advice, however, is to confirm this with the couple just to be safe. Sometimes the soon-to-be Mr. and Mrs. will take care of the hotel for their wedding party as a gift, or secure rooms for the wedding party through their hotel block. Call them up ahead of time so you’re crystal clear on this before you forgo your plans.

Wedding Day Attire. It’s time to get jazzed up! The bridesmaids or groomsmen typically cover the costs for their own attire, including shoes. Whether that is a bridesmaid dress, a tuxedo or a suit, it will be yours to keep and wear again after the big day, so there’s always the silver-lining that it can be repurposed…yay!

Wedding Gifts. Beyond showering the couple with love and support, also expect to get them a wedding present for their big day. Typically, the bridal party will go in together on one gift for the couple. This way, the duo gets something they really want, but your cost is low because it’s a group gift. It’s a win, win!

What The Bridal Party Shouldn’t Pay For:

Hair & Makeup. Getting all glammed up the morning of the wedding is a real treat, especially when you’re surrounded by all of your favorite ladies! Since paying for this can differ by the wedding, be sure to ask what is expected of you. And, as always, be prepared to tip accordingly (psst: keep that cash handy!).

Floral Accessories. Oh the flowers, this might just be the best part of a wedding! (That, and your friends getting married, of course!) If you are in a wedding, you don’t need to pay for any flowers that you might be wearing or holding like a bridesmaid bouquet, corsage, or flower crown. The newlyweds will take care of that for you, simple as that!

Wedding Day Transportation. You can’t have the wedding party late to the ceremony or the reception! On the day of the wedding, the couple should cover the transportation for their entire wedding party to and from the wedding. Just make sure you are in the right place at the right time — it’s your duty!

Wedding Day Meals. If the wedding party is all getting ready together in one spot, like the bride’s hotel room, the bride will usually take care of ordering a boxed-type of breakfast or lunch for everyone to enjoy. Food for the wedding would also be taken care of, just like any other guest there! (Pro bridesmaids tip: Make sure the bride and groom eat their meals too!)

There you have it! A quick break down of who pays for what when it comes to being in a wedding. If you’re stressed at all, just remember that there are so many fun and festive events that will all be worth it after the happy couple takes their final sparkler exit at the end of the reception!

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Romantic And Whimsical San Francisco Wedding At Flood Mansion

This romantic California wedding is simply bursting with love. From the cheerful color palette to the warm, inviting vibes, Hilary Marie Events planned a day that delights. Blooms by Golden Fields Floristry are not to be missed, and every magical moment is artfully captured in time by Adriana Klas. Fall in love with every detail inside the full gallery.

From the bride… Evan and I had no preconceived notions or ideas of what our wedding day design should be. We had only one goal – to celebrate with our closest family and friends, in an intimate setting full of laughter and dancing. Thankfully, we had the help of our wonderful wedding planner Hilary, from Hilary Marie Events, to create a beautiful, personal day for us and all of our loved ones.

Since both of our families lived in the Midwest, it was important to us to pick a venue that showcased San Francisco, the place we call home. And our venue did just that. James Leary Flood Mansion is a historic building with large floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking the San Francisco Bay and the Golden Gate Bridge. We knew immediately that this was the perfect place to celebrate, given many of our guests had never visited California.

Hilary played off the grandness of our venue, making our space feel romantic and whimsical, yet warm and inviting. And SF held up its end of the bargain, with perfect weather and not a cloud in the sky, ensuring every guest got to take a picture with the Golden Gate Bridge!”

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When the Romance of Classical Music Encounters the Legion of Honor, This Is Where Love Begins

From Studio Opia… Need a classical museum love journey setting with old-world heritage from the last century? If you are a classical music lover, this is a wedding you can not miss. This is the dream wedding of Yuting and Yuxin, held by Lovely Time Weddings & Events. The couple, who share a love of classical music, gave each other marriage vows under the astonishing sculptures of Rodin. They had their first dance surrounded by the historical atmosphere of museum buildings and an ocean of flowers made by florist Mandy’s Garden. See all the inspiration in the full gallery.

Studio Opia captured it all in photography, sure to stand the test of time. Romantic love stories always begin at unexpected moments. Do what you love, and you will probably meet someone to get it out to the world together. The loving couple first met in Italy to attend conferences, invited by a mutual friend. Due to unforeseen circumstances, a trip for three became a journey of two! After the first couple of conversations, they soon realized they shared many common interests in academic research and personal life.

It was as if they had been friends since long ago. Classical music, historical antiques, and traveling were their topics of choice. Following the final conference, they kick-started their endeavors as a couple in the romantic country. Without a fixed travel plan, they started their journey on the road with a spontaneous energy that will stay with them for the rest of their lives. The bride inspired the setting of the ceremony space with her wish to have her wedding feel like being held in an ocean of pink and white flowers. The flowers, forming curved aisles arranged by the florist, brought this pink ocean fantasy to life. Meanwhile, the giant pillars of the Legion of Honor Museum in pure white made the perfect backdrop for the scene. The bride elegantly walked down the floral road towards the groom, with all their family and friends sharing their happiness. It was a profound and romantic moment when the bride and the groom looked at each other with deep love in their eyes.

Classic was at the center of the wedding theme; you could find it in the music of famous classical artists, the museum garden, and every detail from the after-wedding party. A golden, antique-style music stand holding sheet music served as the seating chart for the evening. Opening the seating chart, one could see the attendees’ names as individual musical notes, composing a song of celebration. The couple took the music stand home, and it has become a precious memory of the wedding. Playing music on it brings back their joyful wedding memories and emotions. The team chose pink alcohol for the wedding, which the couple named “A Midsummer Night’s Dream.” As the name suggests, they hoped their wedding would be the dream they shared with their family and friends. Jasper décor and antique-framed fridge magnets were selected as gifts for attendees, referencing the priceless items behind museum display cabinets.

Avant-Garde Floral Arrangements With A Timeless Twist At This California Wedding

We love a bride with a vision. This bride new exactly what she wanted for her wedding day, and with the planning and design led by Fawn Events she got even more than she ever could have dreamed of. Avant-Garde floral design by Cultivated by Faith is nothing short of exquisite, and Mallory Dawn Photography elegantly captures the love and joy of the day in her imagery. You’ll find endless inspiration inside the full gallery.

From Erica Gustlin, of Fawn Events… Carrie (the bride) came to us with a very specific design vision. Currently a graphic designer with a background in designing and coordinating events, she knew exactly what she wanted in terms of color scheme and aesthetic. Her specifics were no sparkles, lots of texture, and lots of ambient lighting, lanterns, and candles. She wanted avant-garde floral arrangements that didn’t scream traditional, but she still wanted a timeless look. She had her eye on Grand Gimeno since Jay’s Catering began renovating it, and as soon as she and Danny got engaged, they booked it right away! She loved its clean, bright vibe with modern wood touches & blue accents.

She wanted to play off of those accents as well as tie in hues of terracotta. Cultivated by Faith was the perfect floral vendor to execute this look! Her specialty is this very color palette, however, historically she aims for more bloom-heavy designs. I really wanted to incorporate the olive trees in the courtyard because they are such a focal point, so I encouraged her to add muted greenery to the arrangements in the form of olive branches, to not only add texture but tie in the design with the venue. From there, we leaned into patterned linens and a fully custom dance floor which brought in the Spanish tile-like patterns and injected blue to her creamy, terracotta backdrop. This really helped tie in the blue accents within the venue.

Given they served a buffet dinner, her tabletop was simple but modern and minimalistic, drawing in each primary color against creamy whites. Wildhouse Ink was hired to help design our signage and paper goods. For the escort wall, the phrasing “You & Me Under the Olive Trees” made sense as their sweetheart table was romantically nestled directly under the olive trees with the lanterns and ambient lighting Carrie requested, and helped tell the story the floral design started for us.

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BBJ La Tavola

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Mallory Dawn Photography

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This Classic Scottsdale Wedding Is Full Of Custom Details

Timeless, classic, and oh-so-fun- this Scottsdale celebration is everything we love about weddings. Carefully curated by Revel Wedding Company, and filled with fantastic flowers designed by LUX Wedding Florsists, you’re sure to be inspired. Elyse Hall Photography magically captures the moments in her artful photography, be sure to see it all inside the full gallery.

From Elyse Hall Photography… Ryan and Paige met in 2011. After 10 years sharing their love for each other and their love of great food, family, and friends; Ryan proposed in December of 2020. The couple wanted to host a wedding where their closest friends and family could be together and celebrate for the entire weekend: a party for all as much as a celebration of their vows. The Royal Palms was the perfect venue – a small, intimate, and boutique style hotel where all of their guests could stay and enjoy the Arizona winter weather. New Year’s Eve was the perfect date for a chic and sophisticated blacktie ceremony. Paige wore a beaded Netta Benshabu gown with a custom designed veil. Ryan wore a Ralph Lauren, Purple Label Tuxedo.

The vision of this wedding was to keep the decor simple and sophisticated with black and white accents with hints of green. The ceremony and reception was designed by Lux Florist and Revel Wedding Co. The aisle was lined with candles and topped off with a beautiful arrangement woven into the archway in the Palmera Salon Patio. The reception candelabras and greenery on the tables were perfect complements to create an elegant evening.

Originally the wedding was planned for an outdoor sunset ceremony with dinner and dancing under the stars. However, the Arizona weather had other plans and the forecast called for rain. With the help of the entire wedding planning team, a last minute pivot was made to move the festivities into the Palmera salon which enhanced the European architecture and beauty of the ceremony. It ended up being one of the most incredible settings for this perfect day, and the overcast weather provided a perfect backdrop captured by Elyse Hall Photography. The reception featured two musical elements; The Lucky Devils band played for the dancing and dinner while the night transitioned into the New Years Eve wedding party with Desert House Productions as the DJ. The cake was created by A Bake Shop and featured sequin fondant to add a touch of glam.

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BBJ La Tavola

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An Intimate Lake Como Wedding in Shades of Pink

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[field title=”Wedding Colors”]When Stacey mentioned that Pink was her favorite color, Ema felt all the bells ringing !
She used all shades of pink with beautiful displays of florals and rosy accents.
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It was a triumph of pink which perfectly blended into the a majestic pink sunset !

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[field title=”Design / Vibe / Vision”]Stacey was every wedding planner’s dream bride.
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[field title=”Proposal Story”]Stacey entered Joe’s life in his hardest time and she helped him to raise his two beautiful daughters . Year after year, they became a family and it was a family decision to have an elopement for the 4 of them.
Joe proposed to Stacey in one of their most favorites places, Carmel Ca.
He flew her and his two daughters on a friend’s private plane to Monterey Ca. He rented a beautiful home that had beautiful ocean views. He proposed to her outside on the patio of the home in front of his two daughters on the first night they were there.
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[field title=”Florals & Decor”]EMA GIANGRECO designed a majestic chuppah that Siloh Floral executed beautifully with a triumph of gorgeous roses in all shades of pink and blush.[/field]
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EMA (who is Jewish) wrote a touching and meaningful ceremony for them and she was able to officiate – adding some Hebrew blessings.

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[field title=”Special Detail #1″]When it came to exchange their rings, there was a big surprise for the daughters !
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Our experience at the Mandarin was indescribable. From the moment we arrived they treated us and spoiled us. the SUITE , which Ema recommended (and site inspectioned for us) was exquisite and the balcony overlooking the lake was a dream! The night before the wedding and the night of the wedding we ate dinner on our balcony. There was no reason to go to a Restaurant we had the most incredible views on our terrace. The food and the service was incredible. The night of the wedding was extra special because EMA set up the most gorgeous table for us to dine at! We had a butler who went above and beyond to make our experience incredible and make a request we had become a reality.
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Sparkling Blue Water And Stunning Sunset Tones At This Sophisticated Lake Tahoe Wedding

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With respect to the color theory, the bride and groom wanted to showcase their two favorite things about South Lake Tahoe in the summer: the gorgeous warm sunsets and the sparkling blue water. Together with Jenn Robirds events, they strategically used blues in napkins and stationery and kept the sunset tones in the flowers and bridesmaids’ attire. The playful palette felt apropos of a warm night on the lake where the couple had enjoyed many summers together.

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Edgewood Tahoe’s iconic 17th Green is nestled on the shoreline of South Lake Tahoe. Keeping with our airy summer wedding theme, we opted for a white sailcloth tent. The intention of our design was to choose finishes that felt timeless and clean. The bride’s dress featured clean, chic lines, and we wanted our design to be an extension of that. The crystal chandeliers dimmed perfectly at night as guests danced away to our band from Los Angeles. A classic white dance floor and custom white wooden stage skirt felt clean and bright.

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From the Bride: “Winston proposed at the Edgewood Tahoe almost exactly one year prior to our wedding day. South Lake Tahoe is a special place for my family as my grandparents have a house by the lake, and we would spend a week every summer visiting. Over the last few years, Winston and I have been able to spend a lot of time in South Lake Tahoe, welcoming friends whenever possible. On August 11, 2021, Winston suggested we get dinner and drinks at Edgewood Tahoe before our friends arrived the next day for the weekend. After we got a drink at the bar, Winston suggested we go upstairs to the rooftop that I didn’t know existed (it does not). He then surprised me when we walked into a beautiful room covered in flowers – he led me out to the patio overlooking the lake and got down on one knee to propose! We were married on the golf course at Edgewood (just a few hundred feet from where he proposed) on August 12, 2022.”

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The bride wore a beautiful gown by Ines Di Santo. One thing that was very special to Amy was her wedding veil. Her mother had saved hers from her wedding day, and her sister used it just 6 weeks earlier at her own wedding as well.

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The bridesmaids wore dresses by various designers, all in sunset shades.

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The groom wore a custom navy suit from Tom James, while the groomsmen rented navy suits from Generation Tux. The groom and groomsmen had custom ties from Atelier Munro, the groom in light blue and the groomsmen in navy. Winston gifted each of the groomsmen ties personalized with their initials.

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[field title=”Food & Drink”]Embracing all things summer the fare and drinks were light and vibrant. The couple chose fun signature cocktails for their guests to enjoy such as the Himalayan Ruby with grapefruit-rose vodka, grapefruit juice, rosemary syrup and a black Himalayan salt rim. They didn’t miss out on showcasing their favorite cocktail: a margarita made with spicy agave syrup, tajin rim and dried lime garnish. Cocktail hour was kept light as guests enjoyed crab cakes, herbed brie crostini, and chipotle steak churrasco skewers. For dinner, the couple elected a burrata heirloom tomato salad to start, and guests chose crusted halibut, scallops, wine braised short ribs or crispy vegan risotto cakes. Not to leave anyone hungry: they ended the night with cake and late night sliders.[/field]
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Blossoms By Lisa created a soft and whimsical summer floral palette. Jenn Robirds Events strategically designed the ceremony floral to be re-purposed on the band stage, making for a custom backdrop for a party that went well into the early morning hours.

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In following with the bride’s timeless sensibilities, Jenn Robirds Events elected a classic three tier smooth buttercream cake. Adorned with fresh floral and bouquets placed at the base- the cake’s backdrop of the glistening lake made for a beautiful moment in the reception tent.

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The stationery suite really set the stage for the wedding day details. Guests were given a preview of the lakeside destination through the watercolor envelope liner and letterpress mountain range with a sailcloth tent nestled at the base. An embossed wooden diamond served as the closing piece for the suite: another nod to the majestic trees in Tahoe. The bride’s requirement for the seating chart was that it be ‘clean and classic.’ Amy wanted something that felt like it could live in a home and fit in with the rest of the home. The perfect shade of blue was selected for the display, and wainscoting details were applied. With a little push from Jenn and her team to add one final nod to the location, the wall was endearingly titled: “Love at the Lake.” A true culmination of this love story: from dating to a proposal and ending with a wedding on the shores of the lake. Summer romance doesn’t get better than this.

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A Minimal Black-Tie Celebration With Pops Of Breathtaking Blush

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The color palette is nudes, black, and blush.

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Minimal black tie meets al fresco. The bride chose to keep a neutral, minimal color palette with pops of blush to play well with her vision for a black-tie event. We let the black ensembles of the bridal party stand out among the neutral florals and linen accents to create a strong color palette. The design was a clean minimal aesthetic to bring a modern garden party feel. One of my favorite elements was the textured overlay linens for the head table and the symmetry of the reception design. The vision was California al fresco meets black tie garden wedding clean, classic, and minimal.

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Logan proposed just after Christmas at the top of Mt. Crested Butte, with my family and close friends around, while we were all skiing. It was truly a surprise at the time and Logan was so worried about having a ring in his pocket snowboarding. We have great memories of being engaged in the mountains and later married by the sea.

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The wedding gown was designed by Enzoani the style was Oprah.

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The bridesmaid dresses were Hayley Paige Occasions, style 52007 in black.

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The groomsman attire was from Hickey Freeman Tuxedos.

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Servers stood to greet guests off the shuttle from the church with branded signature cocktails and parasols for the hot Carmel Valley weather. The highlights were lawn games, a raw bar for cocktail hour, and outdoor dining with the head table centered and surrounded by friends and family.

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Neutral-toned romantic floral design with lots of texture and peach and mauve accents.

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Catherine Masterson- their close friend, made the cake for them!

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The groom, keeping with marine tradition, cut the cake (made by a family friend as a gift) with a saber.

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The Father of the bride had the whole room laughing with a humorous PowerPoint presentation during his speech as a surprise to the couple.

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The father-daughter dance broke into choreography and got everyone excited to join the dance floor

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Old World Romance With a Hint of Modern Design at the Greenhouse At Driftwood

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The Greenhouse at Driftwood’s architecture has a beautiful exterior that inspired us to feature an Old World, romantic design with hints of modern! Lush blooms brought both the softness and movement the exterior stones and greenhouse on the property. Earthy terracotta cones were mixed with lighter spring hues of honey, apricot and mauve.

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[field title=”The Venue”]The Greenhouse at Driftwood is amazing Greenhouse located just outside of Austin Texas. It is filled with so much beautiful architecture and amazing plants that we wanted to add a lot of floral to add to the romantic nature of the space.[/field]
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[field title=”Wedding Gown”]The Monique Lhullier gown from Julian Gold was the perfect design! It had sleeves and movement which added to the movement of the day![/field]
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This Destination Celebration For A Wedding Planner Turned Bride Is One You Won’t Forget!

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The color palette was marigold, dusty blue, palm leaf green, blush, and cream.

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When Kristen of KG Events & Design got engaged, she knew she wanted to host a destination wedding at one of their favorite vacation spots, Islamorada! She picked their wedding date based on the full moon (she loves the moon and knows what extra illumination and energy a full moon can bring!), and they included nods to this throughout their print work, decor, and photos. Personal touches were sprinkled throughout, like the rattan centerpieces made by the groom and his dad. Close vendor friends came together to bring her vision to life, and this day came together despite a major hiccup – the couple’s flights were canceled, so they drove for 24 straight hours to get to the venue!

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We got engaged in October 2020, on my birthday and it was a total surprise but at that point, our 2022 event schedule was already booked up so we knew we had to look at a destination for Winter 2022 and eventually landed in Islamorada. We had started going down to Cheeca Lodge, just Rob and I, the past few years and loved it down there. He’s big into fishing, and it was about as close to the Caribbean as we could get with all of the travel restrictions the last few years.

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There was one bridesmaid: Kristen’s sister, Meghan. Her dress was from Show Me Your Mumu.

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There was one groomsman and one best man. The groomsmen wore suits of their own in navy. However, the groom purchased their ties and pocket squares from OTAA.

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We picked our date, March 18, 2022 based on the Full Moon, yes, seriously. I absolutely love the moon and know what an added bonus it is in the good weather and extra illumination and energy around that time. So, there are a lot of moon photos and little nods here and there in our print work and decor, and of course, in the photos you see. Our vendor friends from all over the country really came out to support us and bend over backward to treat us to so many incredible details; it really would not be the same without some very, very dear vendor friends.

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Our songs: Processional: “Kiss the Girl” Little Mermaid Bridal

Processional: “At Last” Etta James

Recessional: “This Will Be” Natalie Cole

Grand Entrance Song & First Dance: “I Love You I Do” by Jennifer Hudson

Father/Daughter Dance: “Father & Daughter” by Paul Simon

Mother/Son: Mash-up of “Sunrise/Sunset” to “Sitting on Top of the World”

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Rob and his dad made the rattan centerpieces; Rob also made one of the ring boxes in one of the pictures too. He got me an AMAZING piece of artwork as a gift!

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Rob has some fun details in his attire and shoes from a few different friendors (Michael Andrews and Ari of Rafti’s Bespoke worked together for one of his outfits).

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[field title=”Special Detail #3″]My little sister from Big Brothers Big Sisters came down to Florida with her mom and honestly was the absolute sweetest and the only “kid” at the wedding. I was matched with her when she was 7 and now she’s in High School and having her there meant the world to me.[/field]
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The Ultimate Honeymoon Packing List

Let’s be clear about something: packing for any trip is hard. But packing for your honeymoon? That can feel nearly impossible. How do you strike just the right balance between cute, comfy, and practical—not to mention pieces that won’t make you think “What am I wearing!?!” when you look back on your photos decades from now? That said, when you break your packing list down into a few different categories, things get MUCH easier. After all, no matter where you and your newly-minted spouse are off to, you’re going to want to bring along a romantic dress or two, sight-seeing sneakers, and a seriously cute pair of pajamas (now is not the time to bring along your high school gym shirt!). Read on to discover the 10 pieces that every bride should have in her honeymoon getaway bag, and shop a few of our favorites of the moment.

1. Date-Ready Dress

You don’t need to bring along your fanciest frock, but you should have at least one romantic dress (or skirt, or figure-hugging pair of pants) packed along with you to slip on in the evenings for candlelit dinners out. Bonus points if the style is something you can also rock during the day!

Photography | Esther Sun Photography

2. Sweet Swimsuit

Even if you aren’t jetting off to somewhere tropical for your honeymoon, a cute suit or two should always be stashed in your suitcase.

Pro tip: A cute one-piece will look great on the beach on it’s own, layered under cover-ups at the bar or even making the steam-room circuit at the spa. It’s a total honeymoon-must!

Photography | Thecablookfotolab

3. Cross-body bag

A bag is the last thing you want to be worrying about while you and your new hubby or wife are out exploring, so go for a hands-free style like this cross-body from & Other Stories. And because this style is black and features minimal detailing, it will style seamlessly across any occasion on your itinerary.

& Other Stories Leather Fold Over Crossbody Bag

4. Day-to-night pieces

Though you’ll definitely want to pack a few special pieces for romantic evenings out, the majority of what you bring along should transition from day to night without a second thought. Go for flippy dresses or relaxed trousers that can be dressed up with a pair of heels and some red lipstick, and down with those trusty, wear-everywhere sneakers.

& Other Stories Gathered Maxi Dress

5. Easy Heels

Your honeymoon is not the time to pack that killer pair of 6-inch heels you keep stashed in the back of your closet. Instead, bring along a pair that you’ll have no problem walking to dinner and back in—wedges, espadrilles, and low block heels should do the trick nicely.

Castañer Carina 60 Canvas Wedge Espadrilles

6. Sight-Seeing Sneakers

This is a no-brainer for any vacation, but seeing it’s your honeymoon, we’d suggest investing in a fresh new pair of sneakers (just don’t forget to break them in before you jet off!)

SUPERGA 2790 PLATFORM SNEAKERS

7. Chic Loungewear

Looking chic while traveling is a skill that takes years to master, but having a go-to airport outfit definitely is a great place to start. So swap out your old leggings and sweater for styles with elevated fashion-forward details.

Revolve Koko Sweatpants

8. Sunglasses

Though your trendy ultra-thin or wildly-tinted sunglasses are certainty cute, you’re going to want to bring along something a little bit more classic on your honeymoon. This pair from Illesteva are sure to still hold up when you look back on honeymoon photos years from now.

Illesteva Leonard Round-Frame Acetate Sunglasses

9. Functional Luggage

Besides having a failsafe outfit formula, the right luggage makes a world of difference when it comes to traveling in style. A hard-sided suitcase—which makes organization a breeze for even the worst over-packers—and a classic carryall will be your trusty travel companion for years to come.

CALPAK x Jen Atkin Medium Suitcase

Longchamp Large Le Pilage Tote

10. Cute Pajamas

It bears repeating that your honeymoon is definitely not the time to shove your ratty, decade-old t-shirt and sweats into your suitcase. Instead, opt for something sweet and classic like this set from Rails. We promise it’s just as comfortable (and will make morning snuggle sessions even cuter).

Rails Long Sleeve PJ Set with Short

Here’s Proof That Beach Settings and Black Tie Attire Are a Winning Combo!

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[field title=”The Inspiration”]For our Rosewood Mayakoba editorial, we went with a black tie tropical wedding. Although the venue is beachfront in Mexico, we wanted to bring in black tie and luxurious elements instead of your standard boho wedding on the beach! We wanted it to be upscale, and every detail to add that black tie is possible in a beach setting. [/field]
[field title=”Wedding Colors”]tones of marigold, lavender, toffee, and blush that popped off of the dark green lagoon[/field]
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[field title=”Favorite Design Element”]From Kailee Roberts- I wanted the ceremony to feel a little more light and airy, and the tablescape to feel a tad darker and chic. We were able to accomplish this with white & cane chairs for the ceremony, and black wishbone chairs, flatware, and fringe chargers for the reception- all from Archive Rentals! To wrap up the tablescape design, I brought in fun green toned prints with the table runner and napkins, and a beautiful lavender menu from Peach Paper Design. [/field]
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Tropical Inspired Gasparilla Inn Wedding Under the Banyan Trees

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The bride was glowing in her v-neck and v-back button-down satin gown from Sarah Seven.

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The men were in traditional black tuxedos, with the groom being in an Enzo Custom traditional tuxedo.

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The food was watermelon, arugula salad with sherry maple vinaigrette, and summer pasta with tomatoes, pesto, and vegetables.

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Kaleidoscope Floral had amazing decorations made up of ferns, white florals, and tropical greenery at the ceremony. There were raffia baskets overhead at reception with tropical greenery and white flowers, along with white votives in raffia and crystal candleholders. The white tablecloths added a touch of elegance. The raffia chairs from A Chair Affair brought the natural outdoor elements indoors.

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[field title=”Special Detail #1″]The tropical inspired invitations from Trout Designs were white with pink and light green accents of greenery and palm trees.[/field]
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An Elegant Outdoor Wedding at a Post-byzantine Mansion in Greece

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Soft and organic hues set the scene for a tranquil and romantic wedding celebration. Embracing the beauty of nature, the bride and groom chose a palette of neutral and earthy tones to complement their outdoor ceremony. Capturing the essence of the day, the photographer Sotiris Tsakanikas captured candid moments and natural emotions with an unobtrusive approach.

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True happiness was evident in every moment of the couple’s special day. The bride and groom radiated joy and love, surrounded by their closest friends and family. Laughter and happiness filled the air as the couple exchanged vows and celebrated their love with unbridled joy. It was a day filled with love, laughter, and memories that will last a lifetime.

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We met on a dating app, bumble, in 2018. I was living in Germany at the time for work and was delayed at a UK airport travelling home. Bradie lived near that airport at the time, so when I downloaded the app, he was the first person to pop up on my screen! The rest is history. We connected instantly, spent the first year visiting each other all the time travelling between London and Cologne and eventually when I moved back to the UK, we moved in together in March 2020 (just before lockdown!) – We are very similar in character and love to live life to the full – we adore travelling and exploring new areas and doing new activities. We love to laugh and regularly make each other cry of laughter, but we are also very loving and sensitive to one another. – Bradie originally wanted to propose to me in the Caribbean but due to the lockdown, our travelling ideas were limited. He instead spent 10 months planning an entire engagement with one of my best friend’s CJ (bridesmaid) without me knowing or suspecting a thing. We love the sea and boats, so he organised for us to go on a yacht for our anniversary – this is where he proposed at sunset! It was absolutely perfect, and to make it even better, he also organised for our parents to come the next day which was an additional and very special surprise. – We are extremely social (we never relax) and enjoy spending as much time as possible with friends and family. – We love capturing special moments and are very hot on taking pictures and videos to capture memories with everything we do – it really means everything to us to capture the moments as naturally and as authentically as possible! – We rarely differ in our opinions on things, and are both very hard-working and ambitious but we also do love winding each other up a lot :) *written by the bride

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The five bridesmaids looked stunning in their elegant blue-grey dresses, which complemented the overall theme of the wedding perfectly. Their sleek, form-fitting silhouettes added a touch of glamour and refinement.

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The floral and decor of the wedding was a stunning and unforgettable sight. The theme of the day was elegantly showcased through the stunning white roses that graced every table. The soft, delicate petals of the roses added a touch of beauty and romance to the atmosphere, creating a warm and inviting ambiance for the guests. The simple yet sophisticated arrangements of white roses perfectly complemented the crisp white linens, adding a touch of sophistication to the event. The floral arrangements were expertly crafted and placed, bringing a touch of nature and life to the venue and adding to the overall charm of the day. The guests were truly impressed by the beauty and attention to detail in the flowers and decor, making it a memorable and enchanting part of the celebration.

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After the wedding ceremony, music was a beautiful and memorable aspect of the celebration, with a talented ensemble of musicians performing on the violin, saxophone, harp, and cello.

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Modern Textures and Garden-Style Florals at Stanly Ranch in Napa

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The color palette was black and white.

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The bride looked stunning in her Vera Wang wedding gown, an incredible couture dress for an incredible location and day. She opted for natural, timeless beauty and loose waves in her hair.

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Delicious farm-to-table appetizers and meals were provided by Stanly Ranch for the cocktail hour and reception.

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Garden-style florals were opulent and focused on classic white of varying textures and plants. The decor was modern and natural, combining many different elements (wood, metal, pottery, glass) and textures. The wedding was set up with an intimate, cozy vibe in mind. The reception featured one long table with all the guests sitting together, welcomed by personal notes from the bride and groom. The dance party was held in a garden house, intimate and warm, with fireplaces, candles, and florals.

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Most noteworthy was the epic ceremony site, where the couple shared heartfelt vows beneath a huge steel infinity sculpture created by artist Gordon Huether. Stanly Ranch’s Infinity Hill offers expansive views of the entire ranch and the surrounding rolling hills and vineyards. It’s quite a breathtaking location to celebrate a marriage.

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Anna and Paul celebrated their wedding at Stanly Ranch, the latest Auberge luxury resort and wedding venue in Napa, California. Stanly Ranch, located in the heart of wine country, celebrates the romance of connecting with family and friends in a setting that’s steeped in the winery estate tradition, inspired by the beauty of the land, and infused with a fresh spirit of the adventures of Napa Valley, and the luxuries of good service and style. Surrounded by rolling hills and vineyards, the open, modern design of the ranch’s architecture truly invites the outside in, offering a unique and relaxing ambiance. Designer and wedding planner Alexandra Kolendrianos created modern, romantic spaces where Anna and Paul joined their family and friends in a weekend celebration of joy. The bride looked stunning in her Vera Wang wedding gown, an incredible couture dress for an incredible location and day.

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A Rainy Wedding Day in Wine Country at a Private Estate

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[field title=”Wedding Colors”]Whites, greens, nudes and mauve[/field]
[field title=”Design / Vibe / Vision”]This couple wanted a modern, romantic, natural vibe to compliment the beautiful outdoor setting amid the vineyards. They were thrown a curveball when it ended up raining, but they managed to make their plan B feel equally romantic and beautiful.

Eli: We got the advice from friends before we started planning, that it’s helpful to set an intention or “mission statement” to help when making decisions. We chose “hospitality, inclusivity, and nostalgia.” Practically speaking, that meant we emphasized having lots of good food options, saving time for friends and family to give wedding speeches during the rehearsal dinner and wedding night (words of affirmation are big for us), handing out point-and-shoot film cameras for guests to take candids during the evening, and we made sure there were plenty of heat lamps so that guest were comfortable, since the wedding was in late October. And we asked our musically-talented friends to help build our playlist, because we wanted the dance floor to be lit.

Hosanna: Eli said it! For how much energy and money you really don’t take that many physical artifacts from your wedding so I wanted tangible reminders of the day (nostalgia). I used to do professional photography, so all of the candid pictures and disposables I have them all over our apartment they bring us so much joy.[/field]
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Eli: We worked with a really incredible multidisciplinary designer, Christine from https://dear-survivor.com/ who partnered with us with imagining the design style from initial mood board, through gem selection, then casting the custom ring setting. She did a fabulous job, 10/10 would recommend. I wanted to surprise Hosanna with the engagement but, it was important to us that Hosanna knew roughly what the ring was going to look like, since she’s the one who will be wearing it for years to come. Christine did a great job of including both of us in the design process, but helping me keep little details a surprise, and I planned a big surprise engagement where I involved all of our friends living nearby. Since this was during COVID when most people were still being super cautious with group activities, we did a big meet at a park where everyone could come hang out and keep their distance while still toasting champagne, etc. Hosanna: +1 to what Eli said. All (and I really do mean all) of my family, friends, even friends of friends love looking at my ring and asking me about it and the story. I am immensely grateful to Christine for taking my very rough literal back-of-napkin sketches and getting to the heart of what Eli and I wanted. I will never forget when Eli surprised me with the design book for Valentine’s Day and a consultation call with Christine. Her vision and drawings perfectly captured us and our vision for the ring. She made the process fun and approachable. I’m never tired of telling the story behind our engagement ring and inspiring people to imagine a ring that speaks to the heart of their love.

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[field title=”Wedding Gown”]JLM Couture from Allison Webb NYC[/field]
[field title=”Bridesmaid Dresses”]The bridesmaids all looking stunning in their slim-fitted, white pantsuits that made for a modern and powerful look.[/field]
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[field title=”Food & Drink”]They had a signature cocktail called a Cidar Smash to warm guests up by the pool area, and used a beautiful acrylic tray full of charcuterie appetizer cones as escort cards. Then the dinner consisted of a 3 course meal, starting with a charred carrot salad with smoked trout roe and preserved lemon, then grilled salmon with wild mushrooms, smoked parsnips and a pumpkin seed vinaigrette, or slow smoked beef with sage yams, and mustard greens, followed by cake and a huge assortment of bite-sized desserts that were beautouflly presented on a bookshelf by the bar. [/field]
[field title=”Florals & Decor”]Flowers and decor we were going for a really clean white palette because the house and natural beauty around us with the autumn colors of the vineyards and the warmth of the house. With the tent and the rain it ended up creating a kind of Twilight vibe as well which made everyone feel cozy. I’m so grateful to our guests after a year and a half of pandemic life we all just danced our hearts out to stay warm and celebrate love and life![/field]
[field title=”Wedding Cake”]Wedding cake was from Susie Cakes[/field]
[field title=”Readings, Ceremony Music, Reception Songs”]Lots of live music throughout the evening, starting with the ceremony and continuing through cocktail hour.[/field]
[field title=”Special Detail #1″]Groom is in a custom suit from Tailors’ Keep San Francisco [/field]
[field title=”Special Detail #2″]The house was special to us, I’d been going up there for years and had always thought it would be an amazing place to get married. We found out The original builder of the house actually built it for his wedding! It was really special to have my family and family friends in the house leading up to the wedding.[/field]
[field title=”Special Detail #3″]The couple really wanted some photos in the vinerayds on property but it was schedued to rain all day long starting before noon, so they went with the flow and decided to move their first look up a few hours so that they could get a few minutes together in the vineyards right before the rain came. Sometimes changing plans at the last minute are the best plans! [/field]
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A Stunningly Elegant Wedding at Villa Balbiano on Lake Como

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A palette of white, ivory, champagne, and delicate green with some pink touches and subtle peach to warm up the atmosphere. Gold elements enrich the table decor.

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Lake Como is known for the most exclusive and elegant weddings in Italy. The couple chose an all-white theme to accentuate that element of elegance and refinement—classic, elegant, and refined romance at its finest.

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The bride chose a haute couture wedding dress from Vera Wang to complement the elegant theme of her wedding

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The menu was a delight, from the long aperitif with Prosecco, Aperol, and Bellini cocktails to the Italian finger food Duck breast, balsamic vinegar from Modena, spinach and coconut flake Tagliolini fresh pasta with black truffle and Toma Piemontese cheese.

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Peonies, roses, dahlias, carnations and gypsophila, golden lanterns, golden candle holders, and vases filled tables.

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[field title=”Wedding Cake”]Done by a professional cake designer. 5 tiers vanilla sponge cake with Chantilly cream and strawberries. They cut the cake by the lake, under a wonderful arch of flowers while fireworks lit up the sky[/field]
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