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Trend Report: Four Unique Engagement Ring Details That Make Your Ring Pop with Fascinating Diamonds

Engagement season is in full swing this “year of weddings” and we are just drooling with every #smpringselfie that comes across our feed! And, spoiler, we are seeing SO many gorgeous unique details that we just can’t get enough of, and our friends at Fascinating Diamonds filled us in on some of the top trends they’re seeing and how these trends have some sneaky and oh-so-brilliant benefits attached to them.

Pear Shaped Diamonds

While Paris Hilton’s pear shaped stunner brought this shape to the top of our minds, it’s just a drop in the (ice) bucket of the historical use of this shape. (editor’s note: we worked very hard to incorporate that pun in this section) The pear shaped diamond, sure, is currently trending, but it’s one of the original classics for a good reason. This shape creates optical steering to draw your eye long and wide making the diamond appear well weighted while elongating your finger. Win-win in our book!

Halo Style

We’ve seen bigger, bolder halos make their way into the ring-selfie game this year and we are here for it. Halo’s add an additional sparkle to any setting, but the added bonus is that they make the center diamond look bigger! This year we’ve seen an emergence of halos that are, dare we say it, chunky and reminiscent of old-world design.

Hidden Halo

Opposite of the standard halo, the hidden halo is a detail for the wearer to get to appreciate (and point out to all of her besties, duh) This not-so-little detail is the work of a craftsman and is the type of care and intentionality that assures you that you have a quality, heirloom item. Our favorite hidden halos sit at the base of a raised setting and show off a little extra glimmer of sparkle with each elegant hand wave or directional point. It’s not inherently flashy, but you’ll find it catching your eye with every swirl of a wineglass or flick of the pen.

Oval Shaped Diamonds

We can all collectively agree the oval diamond is here and is here to STAY. It’s a fairly modern look, but it’s quickly becoming a classic. We can’t get enough of them honestly, and for good reason! The shape is another optical guidance situation that elongates the finger and extends the visual weight of the diamond itself. Pair it with a halo and you’ve got an unbeatable look that gives you more sparkle for less spend. Additional bonus we love — flanking the center stone with two gorgeous colored stones! Adds some fun zest to the lineup.

We can’t get enough of these trends because while there’s a resurgence of their prominence, at the core these are intentional, thoughtful decisions that extend the dollar (and your finger!) making them an instant classic. We caught wiff of these specific trends with our friends from Fascinating Diamonds, and with other options like sustainable choices (moissanites, lab diamonds or conflict-free mined diamonds hand crafted in NYC!) there’s a reason they have over 20,000 satisfied betrothed out there singing their praises.

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Our Favorite Spring Wedding Reception Looks and Must-Haves From the Style Me Pretty Collection That Match

Last week, we called out some spring wedding morning and ceremony trends that currently have our hearts, but today, we’re excited to jump into what’s hot for the reception. The decor and details you incorporate into your reception will be what entrances your guests and keeps them talking long after your wedding day is done. Not to mention, it’ll be what shows up in the back and foreground of all of your celebration photos — so you’ll want all the stylish subtleties to pop.

Our Style Me Pretty Shop is truly an extension of our SMP brand: soft, feminine, ethereal, romantic, and beautifully bespoke, with an artful palette that comes to life every season (especially spring). So, we’ve mulled over some of our most beloved spring wedding vibes, and curated a stunning selection of must-haves from Style Me Pretty to ‘add to cart’ for your own day. From charming chair signs to trendy tablescaping tokens, these are the picks you’ll want to play with for your very special party.

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Pastels that mix and match with metallics, magically.

We’ll never tire of spring pastels. From blush-worthy pinks and purples to make-you-want-to-melt mint greens and dove grays, the hues aren’t just dreamy, they’re also incredibly versatile and pair perfectly with metallic gold and silver touches. That’s the tonality we’ve been obsessed with at Style Me Pretty from the very beginning, and you’ll find that all of our gold and silver details — particularly our gold metal tea lights — align stunningly with a soft and delicate palette (that can only describe spring).

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Light and airy aesthetics.

Once the heavy winter doldrums have dribbled away, the name of the game is lightness and airiness. And that’s what we love about our thin and tasteful taper candle sets. They’re golden to illuminate your wedding tables, drawing guests’ eyes up and creating a gorgeous high-low dynamic with the rest of the table (when it comes to cocktail glasses and toasting flutes, tea light candles and varied-in-height floral centerpieces).

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The same can be said for our wooden wedding table number holders, which give our table placards the loveliest lift. Even with the regal scalloped edging and bold metallic typeface, the card feels light – the pinnacle of elegance.

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Accents that are even better with blooms.

It’s true, once spring has sprung, everything looks better with fresh florals and bud-vase-brimming blooms — our ‘love’ wire and hanging hoop decor, for sure! Now, whether you’ll be nuzzling up to your love at a sweetheart table or pulling front and center seats up at the head table, our Mr. and Mrs. chair signs are a great add to an overall “Our Day” ambiance. We love how the simple iron frames (which look best when used in a pair!) can be dressed up with greenery or flowers for a much more styled and thought-out effect. And believe us, the photos your photographer will be able to capture from the back are 👌.

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A Chic Summer-Inspired Celebration In Florence

With a touch of elegance, a bit of timeless and a whole lot of beautiful flowers, this Florence inspiration shoot is nothing short of wonderful. Tuscan Tours and Weddings and Tuscany Wine Food Adventures planned and designed a day that has our hearts swooning. We could stare for hours at the organic, free-flowing arrangements designed by Giorgia Carolini Floral Design, and can’t get enough of every single image expertly shot by Koman Photography. You’ll fall in love with every photo inside the full gallery.

From Tuscan Tours and Weddings… This editorial shoot at the beautiful Villa Le Fontanelle in Florence wanted to inspire chic brides seeking an elegant and at the same time romantic setting for the most important day of their life. Villa Le Fontanelle with its beautiful historical character and that perfect mix of city and countryside was the perfect inspiration for this summery old-world style celebration. Situated just above Florence and enjoying one of the best views of the city and Brunelleschi’s dome, this boutique-style villa is immersed in an amazing natural environment with terraced gardens full of flowers, greenery, and olive trees.

The editorial team created an amazing design for every moment of the day that wanted to remind of summer light and colors in Tuscany. The bride wore an ethereal white gown by Millia London, that gave a super romantic and dreamy vibe to the day, and flowery Bella Belle Shoes shoes completed her look together with natural makeup and a clean style updo. The gorgeous stationery suite designed by The Wedding Letters was inspired by the coral-peachy flower decorations and Brunelleschi’s dome – undoubtedly one of the most known landmarks of Florence. Florals and table rentals did add that real Italian-style summer vibe, reminding of Tuscany’s sun-soaked terracotta rooftops and sun-kissed fields, with coral and peach floral installations displayed in a delicate natural style, to give the idea of having just picked them from the surrounding countryside.

We chose to have the ceremony by the ancient chapel to add some historical charm, followed by signature Italian drinks like Aperol Spritz and Negroni, and of course Prosecco! Dinner took place in the panoramic terrace in front of the breath-taking view of Florence, at an ancient wood table lined up with wrought iron chairs and set up with lots of gorgeous items to create a classy, understated, elegant feel perfect for chic summer soirees under the Tuscan sky. This inspiration shoot is a wonderful source of inspiration for couples who dream of getting married in Tuscany and have in mind a mix of classic elegance and contemporary romanticism.

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This Wedding Planner’s Stunning California Villa Wedding Will Take Your Breath Away

You’re not dreaming, this all-white wedding really feels like you’re floating in the clouds! When it’s a luxury wedding planner’s turn to get married, you know you are in for a treat, and this special day planned by our bride of Pure Lavish Events is all that and more. From a ceremony aisle lined with lush white blooms to the reception filled with cherry blossom draped chandeliers, installations by Le Bloomerie create effortless elegance at every turn. Get ready to be blown away by the imagery artfully captured by Ashley Rae Studio, visit the full gallery to watch the whole day unfold.

From the bride, a wedding planner with Pure Lavish Events… Our classical all-white wedding with a twist of modern took place in the Italian style Villa Loriana with cherry blossom-draped chandeliers, glass candelabras, and billowing white florals that gave the feeling of “floating on the clouds”–how my fiancé and I felt since we got engaged and every day since. In fact, the day Nolan proposed to me in Vail atop a mountain trail, we were surrounded by low-hanging clouds, truly a magical day that we wanted our guests to experience throughout our wedding day.

As a luxury wedding planner myself, I made sure that every detail had personal meaning. The Italian-style villa reflected Nolan’s family roots, and a New Orleans style “Second Line” to bring Caroline’s hometown to life in California. It was important to us to feel like everyone involved in our wedding felt like family, and we were lucky enough to have my own team,Pure Lavish Events, and other “friendors,” bring our dream to life.

As a crafty designer, I knew that I wanted to build all of the small elements that made our day special. From the hand-torn paper invitations that I designed, created, and addressed, to our embroidered napkins with personalized ribbon “place cards,” and frosted acrylic signage hanging from the Villa’s oak trees, we dreamt up every element of our wedding and brought it to life in our tiny living room, together. Our thought and care is apparent in all of the small details, and the love and warmth between us is captured so perfectly by Ashley Rae Studio in every moment of the day, from our personal vows to our intimate first dance—floating on the clouds.

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Majestic Mountaintop Wedding Overflowing With Style In Virginia

This majestic mountaintop wedding is overflowing with style. From the scenic ceremony designed to look like an outdoor church to signature drinks topped with custom cookies cut out in the shape of the couple’s dog, every creative detail was carefully curated by Just A Little Ditty. Southern Blooms filled the day with lush summer florals in bright and happy hues, and Jen Fariello Photography captured all the love of the day perfectlyin her elegant imagery. Visit the full gallery for a closer look at all the lovely.

From Jen Fariello Photography… Shannon and Jono met around St. Patrick’s Day in 2017 and quickly realized they led basically parallel lives, both floating through the same towns, schools, and social scenes but just missing each other. When they finally connected though, the rest was history. Taking inspiration from their Irish heritage and Shannon’s killer personal style, they collaborated as a team with Marilyn Speight of Just A Little Ditty, Sherry Spencer of Southern Blooms by Pat’s Floral Designs, Danielle Redmond of Occasions Caterers, and Jen Fariello Photography to bring their whimsical yet elevated garden party dreams to life. Originally, the ceremony was planned for a historic church with the reception to follow at a luxury resort in Charlottesville, but we were forced to pivot nine months prior to the wedding due to covid and renovation-related setbacks. Plan B, however, turned out to be even better than anyone dreamed!

A private mountaintop setting provided the perfect celebration scene. Accommodations and auxiliary events, like the rehearsal dinner, a pool party, and the farewell brunch were held at a nearby luxury inn, The Clifton. Guests were also treated to a modern welcome party at The Quirk hotel in downtown Charlottesville. When it came to the wedding itself, guests experienced a progressive event, starting with the outdoor ceremony on the mountaintop, cocktails at the historical home on the property, dinner in a sailcloth tent overlooking all of Central Virginia, and dancing in another sailcloth tent designed as a lounge meets ballroom space. In an attempt to recreate a church vibe, Shannon, Marilyn and Sherry designed a custom cross arbor which the team at Southern Blooms by Pat’s Floral Designs executed magnificently. White Glove Rentals provided gorgeous white garden chairs which featured an arc detail reminiscent of the church’s windows, accented by a meadow aisle of lush summer florals. Julie and the team at The Stylish Bride helped Shannon with all of her various wedding looks which featured custom dresses by Oscar de la Renta, Mark Ingram Collection, and a wedding gown Monique Lhuillier. They also worked with the wedding party to coordinate a mix of ready-to-wear styles in various floral patterns and shades of blue.

Occasions Caterers helped to create many custom touches that reflected Shannon and Jono’s personal style – like signature cocktails inspired by the couple’s Hawaiian honeymoon, a tableside ordering experience for guests that gave a restaurant feel, dishes using ingredients sourced and inspired by the setting, and late-night treats of espresso martinis (the couple’s favorite drink) with cookies perched on the side of the glasses shaped like their dog TJ, cheesy bread from the couple’s UVA college days and Detroit-style pizza as a nod to their new home base. Dinner featured classical string music by Melodious Strings, who covered everything from Beethoven to Bruno Mars. Tables were set in three distinct yet coordinated looks that provided many opportunities for the eye to dance around the layers of texture, color, and light. The crown jewel of the dinner tent was a stunning five-tier wedding cake by Anita Gupta of Maliha Creations. Smooth, white fondant icing provided the perfect canvas for sugar flowers, leaves, and clovers all echoing the blooms featured in the couple’s day. Emily Baird Design designed all stationery elements which included custom hand calligraphed clover escort cards, bar inserts, paper cones in various prints pulled from the invitation suite, and ceremony booklets with custom wax seals. The couple’s wedding monogram, designed by Emily as well, was also featured on the dance floor. Simply Irresistible kept guests dancing all night long and the evening ended with a visit to a special stargazing area where the couple took advantage of the elevation to treat their friends and family to a one-of-a-kind viewing experience.

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Rain Made This Outdoor Florida Art Museum Wedding Even More Special

They say rain on your wedding day is good luck, and for Melissa and Steve it was certainly the case! After showers on their first date, bridal shower, and at the courthouse, the bride sweetly said that the rain was their family who was no longer with them, showering the couple with love! The twosome turned to none other than Taylor Falcon Events to bring their Big Day dreams to life, and Flower Child Florist to design the most incredible florals in soft, romantic shades. Each elegant moment was artfully captured in the imagery by Everence Photography, grab your umbrella and head to the full gallery!

From Everence Photography… Melissa and Steven had what most couples fear the most in the days leading up to their wedding – a 100% chance of rain for their entire all outdoor wedding day. The pouring down, thunder and lightning kind of rain. But that didn’t stop them from having the most incredible, beautiful, and emotional day full of so much love, happiness, and laughs.

From the bride… I like to think the deluge was our grandparents and great grandparents sharing in our joy, literally showering us with love and blessings. It rained on us during our very first date, on my bridal shower, and at the courthouse.

It was only appropriate that the most incredible outpouring of all be on our wedding day. The rain was not an obstacle at that moment, but a beautiful compliment to our day

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This Intimate California Wedding Played With Texture to Create an Elegant Dinner Party

From the bride’s gorgeous gown, to the lush bouquets by Plenty Of Petals, to the table linens – this wedding is texture done oh-so right. HauteFêtes brought the couple’s vision to life, an elegant dinner party in the garden complete with a rich Fall palette. Jacqueline Benét Photography was behind the lens capturing every must-see moment from their day, prepare to fall in love at the full gallery.

From HauteFetes… After first pivoting their nuptials from Mexico to Southern California, and then postponing their wedding again from Spring 2021 to the Fall so that Jessica’s Canadian friends and family could join, the couple decided to shift from a largely neutral, pastel palette to a rich, warm one that better reflected the season and the warm vibe they wanted to create for their guests. It was important to Jessica and Matt that we design and center all the spaces around friends and family for their micro-wedding and that as much as possible it resembled an intimate dinner party. We drew inspiration from the French, bucolic style of Bastide de Bonheur, and layered textures such as natural linen, wicker, crystal and ceramic, softened by fall blooms, vines and candlelight. To keep the design cohesive with surroundings, we incorporated these textures in repetition – the vintage wrought iron detailing in the ceremony chairs was repeated in the pretty iron candle holders used as part of the reception tabletop; soft linen was carried from the ceremony through cocktail hour and to the reception, and so forth.

Jessica got ready with her maids in the bedroom and then stepped outside into the garden to meet Matt for their first look and family photos. For the Ceremony, iron garden chairs were set up in front of a beautiful fall-inspired arch set up in the olive allee, creating a beautiful focal point for the ceremony. As guests started arriving, they took their seats for the start of the ceremony. An acoustic guitarist entertained them with the strumming of soft melodies that wafted through the cool shade of the allee. Together the couple shared communion and said their vows to one another. Once the ceremony concluded, everyone headed to cocktail hour, greeted at the top of the stairs with tray passed cocktails including white wine and the couple’s signature drink, a tequila, lime and lavender cocktail they named, “Dress Nice and Casual” as an inside joke for how they met.

After cocktail hour and tray passed appetizers, it was time for dinner. Guests took their seats at a long, feasting table set in the courtyard by the fountain at the front of the house which provided a romantic, intimate setting for the wonderfully warm and inviting wedding supper. Fall blooms consisting of distant drum roses and antique hydrangea arranged in textured ceramic pedestal vessels beautifully blended with the roses and lavender in the existing plant beds in the garden, while taper candles and soft linens provided texture for the garden fete. Aged iron garden chairs added further garden charm and elegance, pulling together the neutral tones of the surroundings. Guests were served a delicious seasonal salad and then a choice of crispy salmon and crab or Prime rib in a bourbon cream sauce.

After dinner, Jessica and Matt and their guests retired to the pool area to cut their banana-walnut cake and dance to the band. Above, market lights twinkled as the evening sun set. Having so much fun, everyone remained on the dance floor until after the last dance when guests finally departed for their hotel. Elegant but down to earth, the entire event beautifully set the tone for a chic and intimate wedding experience, proving that despite a global pandemic, love will surely always win.

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Fresh and Vibrant Fall Wedding at Holman Ranch

If you’re looking for a gallery to inspire your dreams of a tastefully designed, colorful Fall wedding – let today’s gorgeous Holman Ranch nuptials take the lead. Ruby & Rose styled their day to perfection, with subtle modern details and bright pops of color. Anastasia Andematten created a blooming aisle runner that appeared as if it were growing organically from the ground up. Head on over to the full gallery by The Ganeys to see all the magic unfold.

From The Ganeys… Holman Ranch is a charming property in the heart of Carmel Valley. After the couple graduated from college, they went on a road trip and stopped in Carmel. They knew they wanted to get married in the area some day – and after some research they found Holman Ranch. The textures, colors, views – it is a remarkable venue!

Ali and Andrew’s wedding style was fresh and vibrant. They put so much trust into their vendors – providing some inspiration – and then letting them take it from there. The result was inspiring and colorful! Modern, playful wedding invitations. A dainty yet dynamic bouquet – wrapped in a handkerchief that Andrew’s mom got when he was a baby. Popcorn for guests as they entered the venue – a nod to Ali and Andrew’s careers in LA. A ceremony space where flowers appeared to be growing down the aisle. Ikebana style flower arrangements at the reception. Every element was memorable and unique.

During the ceremony, Ali’s father walked her down the aisle. She was a vision! Ali’s bridesmaids stood by her side and carried petite bouquets and wore velvet mismatched Jenny Yoo gowns in the perfect fall tones. Ali and Andrew exchanged rings and brief personal vows. One of Ali’s rings (she had 3!) was her mother’s and one band included the diamond’s from her grandmother’s ring.

A delicious meal was enjoyed as Ali’s father welcome the guests. The couple cut a petite cake and guests enjoyed a full on dessert spread by the barn where the dancing was held. A vintage photo booth was enjoyed by all as merriment continued throughout the evening. It was such a special wedding celebration where every guest felt like family.

Stylish Terracotta Inspired Garden Wedding in Southern California

Warm, sunbaked terracotta was the inspiration for this southern California wedding. With earthy hues and incredible attention to detail, you’ll love every inch of this romantic day designed by Kelsey Rae Designs. Embracing the relaxed garden vibes, Carla Kayes Floral Design created the most breathtaking deconstructed ceremony arch for the couple to exchange vows in front of. Dear Lovers magically captured every special moment in imagery that is sure to stand the test of time, visit the full gallery and prepare to fall in love.

From Dear Lovers… Anna and Roberto are truly so special and some of the sweetest souls. They had their trials being a covid couple and having to reschedule their wedding a few times, but in the end, it couldn’t have been more perfect. And more perfectly, them. We started their wedding off with lots of bougainvillea elements and a slightly different color palette. That progressed as the date changes happened into one of my favorite color palettes to date. We landed on terra cotta vibes, with some layered neutrals, a pop of blue, and lots of very carefully thought-out details.

They got married under the big beautiful tree at The Inn at Rancho Santa Fe, with the most gorgeous deconstructed arch I’ve ever seen, put together by the insanely talented, Carla Kayes Floral Design. It was important to Anna that we have a place that felt anchored, while also incorporating the tree and not taking too much away from it. The deconstructed arch was a perfect solution as it gave purpose to the space but was the perfect compliment to the nature around it.

After they enjoyed some drinks and apps, we brought them over to the reception space, which took place under the prettiest tent! Guests found their seats by way of the cutest seating chart display- an arched installation dreamed up by me and Fawn Lettering, with lots of pretty flowers! I worked closely with the bride to put together two looks on the round and farm tables with rentals from Catalog. I always love when couples want to mix the looks, as it adds a visual appeal and something a little unexpected! The one element that had high importance to Anna, was incorporating the blue vintage water goblets. It was the perfect accent color to all the pinks/peaches/ terra cotta colors we had going in the flowers. We hung boho lanterns and dressed them up with greenery above the dance floor- it was stunning! They had such a great band through Bonnie Foster Productions, with tons of energy, and a bilingual MC that really brought it all together. And it was all so expertly captured by Dear Lovers Photography and SJ Video. They understood the importance of the details for Anna and Roberto and truly delivered on their gallery and video! The day was a perfect celebration bringing two families together, who all traveled in from different parts of the US and Mexico. They all got to enjoy time together at The Inn at Rancho Santa Fe and have a whole weekend of celebrations! I’m forever grateful for getting to bring Anna and Roberto’s vision to life. They are the best!

A Sun-kissed California Wedding Infused With Citrus Inspired Elements

This California wedding is sweeter than sunshine. Filled with citrus-inspired details, from the cheery color palette to real lemons lining the reception table, Embark Event Design created a day that’s equal parts chic and fun. Beautiful blooms from The Flora Club in tones of pink, yellow, and orange are sure to put a smile on your face. You’ll love every bright and beautiful moment artfully captured in imagery by Jen Rodriguez Photography, visit the full gallery for your dose of vitamin C!

From Embark Event Design… Elise and Jasper’s history at HammerSky Vineyards dates far back before they said “I Do” at the beautiful vineyard and even long before they were engaged. Elise and Jasper met on a sunny day in Southern California as Elise made her way home from a long work trip with her colleague & friend. From Elise, “All I could think about was getting home and relaxing on the couch, but my friend had other plans. We were to go hang out at our friend’s house in Venice beach for a BBQ. Little did I know, Jasper also happened to live at that house. I told her ‘no way, I’m headed home to get some rest’ but Liz quickly won that battle and I obliged (all it took was a mimosa and Liz telling me how good my eyelashes looked). Even though I know we would’ve still met one way or another, I always think about what would’ve happened if I wasn’t so easily convinced.”

From the day of the unexpected BBQ later, Elise and Jasper were inseparable and immediately began traveling the world together, with one of their first stops being California’s Central Coast & HammerSky Vineyards where they would eventually wed. As Elise and Jasper sipped wine and looked out over the beautiful rolling hills bursting with vines, Elise let out “If we ever get married… This would be the place”. Fast forward to the not-so-easy year that 2020 was as Elise and Jasper navigated being newly engaged and planning a wedding in their dream spot all amidst a global pandemic. Instead of letting a wedding postponement and the many challenges and pivots that came along with it get them down, Elise and Jasper decided to have faith that the future would still be bright, so much so that we adopted this mindset for their entire wedding weekend! Jasper and Elise’s new shared last name is Albright – which paved way for their wedding and life slogan “It’s Gonna Be Albright!” Every last detail of this sunkissed California wedding features sweet nods to brightness and happiness, from the warm color palette to the lemon filled tablescape and beyond.

From Sarah at Embark Event Design, “Designing Elise and Jasper’s wedding weekend was one of my fondest memories of 2020 and 2021. With each design & logistics decision, Elise and Jasper kept the focus on their love for each other and gifting each of their guests a magical weekend in California. We spent countless hours pouring over custom paper goods with Britt at Swell Press Paper, resulting in a beautiful invitation suite featuring Elise and Jasper’s love story and citrus-inspired elements. We kept the imminent change of season in mind for this late September wedding and tied in hints of sunset tones throughout the design
while still allowing for the yellow and happy hues to pop. Elise’s chic Sarah Seven gown and Jasper’s custom tux (engraved with their motto – of course!) were the perfect selections for this classic setting. The two enjoyed every last moment of their day and danced long into the night never leaving each other’s side – finally husband and wife and with a very bright future ahead!

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Top Trends to Shop for Your Spring Wedding

As we head into spring wedding season, we’re always thinking about trends that have made a splash [as of late] and ways to incorporate them into the upcoming celebrations. So, if you’re part of a couple that lives for trends and elements that have become Insta-famous, then you definitely might want to take a look at these fun wedding finds and add some get-the-look-with-these products to your spring soiree wish list. Our Style Me Pretty Shop is stacked with sweet accessories and aisle-worthy accoutrements that shine for knots tied in springtime, and we’ve rounded up some of our favorites.

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A change in just-for-brides status.

Getting ready as a wedding party isn’t just reserved for brides: The groom’s suite is a big deal, too. What was once an exclusive mimosas, slippers, robes, and female power jams session for the bride and her gang is now an equally fun and memorable time for the groom and his group (think whiskey, board games, poker, custom snacks, etc.). Same goes for the wedding ensemble props, like hangers for the guys (or girls) to hang their suits or tuxes on and cute signage to signal that respective wedding party glow-ups are in progress.

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Wedding morning surprises.

Exchanging gifts with your significant other (in private, usually) on the morning of your wedding has been popular for as long as we can remember, but a new trend we’ve been smitten with is couples surprising each other with little trinkets or tidings that aren’t huge or grandiose, but still incredibly meaningful and appreciated. Our peel and stick ‘I do’ and ‘Me too’ shoe decals are exactly what we imagine when we think of an understated, but still smile-inducing gesture. And your guests will get a kick out of them, too, if your ceremony format finds you kneeling at the altar.

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Matching vow books for at-the-altar captures.

Personalized vows are certainly not a trend, as they’re always in style, but special ‘mine and yours’ type vow books have only really become popular in the last few years — and we’re obsessed! Whether you want to go with His and Hers keepsake books or simplify with books embossed with ‘vows’ in elegant script, coordinating with sentimental journals that match will not only look stunning in photos (in both getting ready and ceremony vignettes), they’ll be wonderful reminders of your special day for years to come.

In fact… since the hardcover books come with 68 sheets of paper (a substantial amount of space!), you can even use them to drop special ‘love notes’ to each other over the course of your marriage: anniversaries, birthdays, and just because occasions. Adorable, right?

Sure, a wedding is haute in any season, but nuptials happening in spring just truly set our hearts on fire. Just the bloom-wreathed pets and pairs of festively-dressed flower girls and ring bearers, alone, make March through June weddings some kind of wonderful. Planning for your own warmer-weather party to celebrate your love? Then make sure you take a peek at our curated Style Me Pretty shop collection, available on-site right now!

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A Sun-Drenched Garden Wedding at Bear Flag Farm

Today’s effortlessly chic wedding at Bear Flag Farm planned by Parker Nichols Events and Design is making us crave every ounce of summer! Sun-soaked lavender fields, a live quartet, and a dreamy floral arch by The Posh Posey are just a few of the many moments you can expect to swoon over in the full gallery from Anya Kernes Photography. The countdown to summer wedding season officially starts NOW.

From Christina of Parker Nichols Events… We loved working with Kelly and Todd on their September 2021 Wedding. This classic couple wanted to have a summer garden party style wedding and we loved bringing their vision to life! Originally, we were planned to transform a local tennis club for for this timeless affair but once our couple saw Bear Flag Farm, they knew this private estate was the perfect location for their fall nuptials.

This venue had everything our couple was looking for… and more! Designing this day was a dream. Sailcloth tents, fresh lavender fields and endless green spaces provided the perfect backdrop for this occasion. We kept the ceremony classic with a beautiful floral arch from the Posh Posey, white chiavari chairs and a live quartet in the sunken garden.

Guests moved on to our tented cocktail in the Citrus Grove where they sipped on Margaritas and Negronis. Reception took place in the lavender garden; A beautiful green space set between two lavender fields. Bistro lights, tapered candles, and the most beautiful sunset created the perfect scene. Wooden cross back chairs, clear beaded chargers, and gold flatware pulled together our table scape.

Our finishing touch, and probably my favorite small detail of the day, was our personalized baguettes at each place setting with custom tags from Postal Press. Dinner was a formal, plated meal from Farm to Table Catering who is known for their delicious options and beautiful, farm fresh aesthetic. Our couple decided on five, 6 layer chocolate cakes from Susie Cakes, a favorite of the bride. It was the perfect early fall evening. Guests danced under the moonlight and celebrated this amazing couple!

A Fairytale-Worthy Wedding At The Meridian House

Pinch us, because this wedding is so pretty we feel like we’ve fallen asleep and woken up inside a fairytale! Filled with jewel tones and old-world romance, Jess and John’s wedding at Meridian House is a must-see. Julie of Vieira Events expertly planned the picture-perfect day, with special touches like a vintage mail-inspired escort card display. Dark and moody florals designed by Floral and Bloom are utterly romantic, and every moment is elegantly captured in imagery by Lindley Battle. You won’t want to miss a single swoon-worthy minute, you can see it all in the full gallery.

From Lindley Battle… After years of traveling the world together, and a move across the country, Jess and John got engaged in their new home of San Francisco. They wanted to have their wedding celebration in the city where they met and lived together for the majority of their relationship, and picked the classic DC venue The Meridian House.

Julie of Vieira Events planned a wedding day that was effortlessly sophisticated while still filled with whimsically romantic moments that made Jess’s face constantly light up with joy.

The jewel tones and floral touches perfectly complemented the old-world romance of the venue, and all came together to form this classically stunning celebration.

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When French Riviera Glam and Provence Serenity Wed

Judging by the title, you know this is going to be a good one. The adorable couple kicked off their French destination wedding weekend with a poolside welcome brunch at Château Saint-Martin & Spa that made us all green with envy. The next day, their wedding took place at Chateau Saint Georges, planned by Life Events, where the decor and floral design by Emily Alarçon were inspired by the classic elegance of the venue. The bride looked absolutely breathtaking in an Eva Lendel gown with a bow detail you just have to see. Check out the full gallery captured by Anya Kernes Photography to see every last detail.

From Anya Kernes Photography… Sorhaya and Duc truly had they best of both worlds – the glamour of the French Riviera and the beauty and serenity of Provence.

They hosted a welcome brunch the day before the wedding day at Château Saint-Martin & Spa. Hidden on a hilltop of a Provencal village of Vence, the chateau is something out of a dream with its picturesque and peaceful landscape surrounded by gardens and olive groves, and was the perfect way to kick off the weekend’s celebration.

The wedding day took place at Chateau Saint Georges in the French Riviera, an enchanting property with incredible views overlooking Cannes and the village of Grasse. The decor and floral design was inspired by the elegant and classic exterior of the Chateau with white, gold and touches of pink.

Needless to say, Sorhaya looked stunning in her gown by Eva Lendel which was a perfect match for the glamorous feel of the venue. The invitation suite custom made by Crème de Papier had a beautiful sketch of the venue and a personalized crest in gold foil creating a perfect tease for the guests of what to expect.

The specialty drinks (three types of a mojito) were a total hit during the cocktail hour, which were just a few of the personalized touches throughout their beautiful wedding day.

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Elegant And Romantic Wedding Editorial With A Modern Twist

This editorial has us feeling like we booked a trip to Italy, but it was actually shot in California! The jaw-dropping Dolce Villa Estate was the perfect location for Whimsically Wed to create wedding magic. From the romantic ceremony to the endlessly lovely al fresco reception, blooms by Wild and Behold Florals created a lush garden-inspired design that we can’t enough of. Amber Dawson Photography captured each detail to perfection in her stunning imagery. See each spell-binding picture in the full gallery.

From Amber Dawson Photography… Dolce Villa Estate was the perfect venue to host our elegant and romantic wedding editorial. This beautiful Italianate villa provides that old country feel of Italy without leaving the rolling hills of Redlands, California.

Our talented vendors organized a beautiful ceremony and reception to showcase the venue’s property and stunning views. We began the day with the bride and groom arriving in their Rolls Royce for their ceremony then onto their reception, popping a bottle of champagne, and ended the evening dancing over the candlelight.

It was a beautiful day created by an expert team of vendors, filled with endless inspiration for the modern romantic bride!

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Classic Meets Modern at This Montana Wedding With 360 Mountain Views

360 breathtaking views, a sunset color palette, and fresh mountain air shape the day for this Big Sky wedding. If you love the Montana state of mind, you don’t want to miss this one! Lindsey and Derek enlisted the help of Soiree 99 Events and Wild Blume to make their classic meets modern wedding come to life. Every awe-inspiring detail is captured in the full gallery taken by Orange Photographie — and while you’re there, be sure to check out that curated s’mores dessert table, highlighted with monogrammed marshmallows!

From Orange Photographie… Lindsey and Derek saw their wedding as the perfect opportunity to share all the beauty and adventure they love about Big Sky, Montana! The Reserve at Moonlight Basin is surrounded by the most stunning and jaw-dropping 360 mountain views. The stand out of the wedding was easily the 30 feet of ceremony florals — exclusively lining the aisle on acrylic boxes to give a “floating effect”– and framing the epic infinity pool, drop-off style views of where the couple recited their vows.

The couple wanted their wedding to feel fresh, modern and funky with a variety of patterns and textures- ice blue velvet napkins, art deco prints and custom invitation suites with suede and brass accents. Since they were not cake fans, they opted for a curated s’mores dessert table highlighted with wedding monogram embossed marshmallows– which made other appearances throughout their wedding design– from their invitation suite to a custom acrylic sign which accented a round white bar in a separate bar tent.

While they wanted funk, they also wanted timeless Montana– this led to their wedding designer’s suggestion of a Big Sky sunset color palette: peach, dusty blue, rust and pops of teal. The colors all came full circle with the ultimate sunset at the end of the perfect evening on their wedding day.

Another memorable element was Lindsey’s jaw-dropping Galia Lahav gown with the draped, beaded back. This was actually a last minute change after disastrous alterations resulted in her original dress being unwearable.

A panicked Lindsey put the sample gown on and everyone immediately knew it was all meant to be, as it fit her like a glove and was such a showstopper. It served as such a good reminder to not panic when wedding plans get altered…better plans might be in store that you might not have even dreamt of at first!

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Austin Garden Wedding Filled With Fabulous Fall Foliage

This Austin wedding day will take your breath away. Two Be Wed helped fill the day with special touches, like a neon escort card display that read, “with my whole heart.” From the garden ceremony to the tented reception,Stems Floral designed romantic arrangements that help bring our couple’s love story to life. If all that’s not enough to get the happy tears going, just wait until you see the beautiful bridal portraits shot against the most incredible foliage by Jeff Brummett, You can see every magical moment in the full gallery.

From Jeff Brummett… Conlee and Forrest’s wedding at Mattie’s At Green Pastures was so full of joy! From the emotional first look to the stunning ceremony, there were lots of happy tears being shed. Their friends and family were an important part of the day as well. The couple wanted to make sure everyone felt appreciated and had a great time. Of course, Mattie’s At Green Pastures is an Austin treasure and made for the perfect backdrop.

From the bride… Our ceremony was full of emotion, including floods of happy tears from Forrest and guests. My cheeks hurt by the end from smiling so big the entire time. It was intimate, 91 of our closest family and friends watched us exchange handwritten vows, commit to each other for life, and share our first kiss as husband and wife. I walked into the ceremony with my dad to “I’ll Stay” by Matt Stinton. Forrest picked the song before we were ever engaged. He said it made him tear up the first time he heard it and knew it was what needed to play as I walked down the aisle to him. We walked out to Hall and Oates “You Make My Dreams Come True.” Forrest was a mess, it was only my second time to ever see him cry. I loved every second of his emotions pouring out. Our backdrop was incredible. We were both obsessed with the monochrome gold tones. The fall foliage fit into our color scheme and let my white dress and his blue tuxedo pop. It was time we needed to soak in what was about to happen, the vows we were about to share, the commitment we were about to make. A chance to embrace each other for the last time before being husband and wife. This was when Forrest also gave me a handmade print he made of our wedding logo that I designed. He is an incredible artist and I had begged him for over a year to make me something, and I finally got it. It was so special and I’ll treasure the piece and memory forever.

The florals were what I was most excited to see come to life on our Austin wedding day. I was dead set on an aisle runner and a large, lush arch. I wanted ivory tones for the ceremony and to have the reception florals carry the colors of cocktail hour. We wanted the reception to feel like a natural progression of the evening. Low centerpieces were intentional to encourage conversation across the table. The florals were meant to enhance the venue, not steal the show. The vibe I was aiming for was an upscale, intimate, garden wedding. I wanted it to feel lush with flowers. Every aspect of the decor would feel intentional and meaningful. We both wanted the guests to be able to feel how special they are to us and how much we love each of them. Our wedding was planned around our loved ones first. Their experience was foremost on our minds. We wanted to show them our gratefulness and make our wedding a happy memory for everyone.

An Enchanting Cullen-Approved Wedding Underneath the Redwoods

Where do we begin with today’s enchanting wedding from CMG Events? Let’s just say if you’re a Twilight fan, this is the real-life Edward Bella wedding you’ve been waiting for. Deep green moss, hundreds of fairy lights and sparkling lanterns surrounded the beautiful couple as they exchanged vows in an intimate ceremony under a canopy of Redwoods, complete with a few adorable furry guests. The talented team at Vanda knew exactly how to add a delicate floral touch to compliment the abundant forest setting while Kristina Adams Photography captured all the magic of their day – check it out at the full gallery!

From CMG Events… Nestled in an enchanting redwood grove in Fairfax,CA, Ali and Kyle said I Do in front of their 40 nearest and dearest. Originally they had 200 person wedding scheduled for 2020 and like so many others their ideas and priorities changed after their postponement.

Ali told me she wanted to feel like she was in an enchanted forest so that is just what we did!

For ceremony we created a lush chuppah design, but our favorite part was the back of the aisle wood tree stumps with lanterns and real moss to being the aisle to life and make guests feel transported into a forest.

For cocktail hour guests enjoyed cocktails under the redwoods and when they were ready to be seated for dinner they approached the champagne wall to find their name on the individually rolled scrolls.

For the table scape we had real live moss that we hand placed down the tables as table runners with pops of twinkle light lanterns and bud vases for a whimsical touch. Each name card was placed in a small wood stump with its own moss. Every detail we made sure to feel organic to the space.

The cake table was also covered with live moss and featured a spectacular Cheese Wheel Cake by the Cheese School San Francisco.

Dining under bistro lights and with the mossy table design and lanterns the space truly came alive as the night continued. Ali said her vision came to life and Plan B was even more enchanting than Plan A could have been!

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