1. Spring Black Tie

    March 20, 2013

    There are few things more exciting than an invitation to a black tie event. There aren’t many reasons in life to wear floor-length gowns and dance the night away, after all! I think there’s a bit of an expectation that black tie has to mean ballrooms and crystal chandeliers and what not, but just like any other wedding, they can absolutely be styled in ways that reflect the bride and groom perfectly. For today’s inspiration board, I used a loose color palette of pale blue, leaf green, and slate gray to come up with a black tie wedding concept that’s a little more romantic and soft than what people may usually expect. I would love to score an invite to this one!

    Spring Black Tie{Bridesmaids: Judy Pak Photography via Style Me Pretty| Groomsmen: Tec Petaja via Once Wed| Bouquet: Lauren Methia Photography via Style Me Pretty| Bride and groom: Rachel Derouin Photography via Grey Likes Weddings| Table setting: She-n-He Photography via Camille Styles| Menu: Ryan Ray via Papertastebuds| Valentino pumps: Steve Steinhardt via Style Me Pretty| Bar setup: Rachael Hall Photography via Style Me Pretty}

    Do you get butterflies over black tie events, or do you prefer a more relaxed setting for a wedding? I’d love to hear!

    Love, Lisa



  2. Sweet DIY North Carolina Wedding

    August 6, 2012

    This wedding may be one of the sweetest I’ve ever seen! As if the mint and soft pink color scheme wasn’t enough, the paper products are gorgeous, the flowers are stunning, and don’t even get me started on that tassel balloon. Plus, the ceremony arch? Divine. I won’t spoil anymore of this charming wedding–see for yourself!

    {Vendors: Photographer: Alively Photography| Venue: Vesuvius Vineyards| Event design/planning and florals: Hey Love Events| Bride’s gown: Galina| Bride’s shoes: Aldo| Bridesmaid dresses: J. Crew| Flower girl dress: Olive and Fern| Invitations and bunting: Lauren Calnin| Cake: Honey Pie Catering| Catering: Michael Crimi of Starlight Catering}

    Since I listed about a zillion of my favorite details, now it’s your turn! What’s your favorite part of this lovely North Carolina nuptials? Thanks so much to Nicole of Alively Photography for the delight of sharing it!

    Love,

    Lisa



  3. Whimsical New York City Wedding

    February 27, 2012

    Contrary to popular, potentially-wedding-blog-induced belief, it doesn’t take a billion little details and years of planning to create a beautiful and unique wedding. The perfect example? This absolutely adorable couple from London, who flew to New York City for a wedding at the iconic NYC City Hall. Armed with a 1950s tea-length dress, a bunch of pastel balloons in lieu of flowers, and just seven guests, Sara and Bradley were married in their favorite city, and celebrated with an ice cream party. Allison Pense Photography captured the joyous, fun-filled day perfectly, and I’m so thrilled to share it with you!

    {Vendors: Photography: Allison Pense Photography| Venues: New York City City Hall, Brooklyn Ice Cream Factory, and The River Cafe| Bridal dress: vintage, from Bristol| Groom’s attire: REISS}

    How dreamy is that last series of pictures? I love the bride’s sweet wave as her “bouquet” floated off into the sky! This wedding truly goes to show how little it really takes to make a wedding special–after all, the fact that it’s a wedding makes it special as it is. :) Thank you so much to Allison for letting me share these lovely pictures!

    Love,

    Lisa