Weddings

Lorna & Dave were married in Southend in April. Their ceremony took place at The Culture Centre, right on the pier, and their reception was at Ocean Beach, a restaurant on the beach. “The theme for our wedding was British seaside with a touch of vintage”, wrote Lorna. “The beautiful blue sky and sunshine really made the day that extra bit special. It was amazing! The children were able to run about and play on the beach at the reception and the view from the decking at Ocean Beach was incredible.” “I run a vintage business, Latham Street Vintage, and we live by the sea in a lovely little fishing town called Leigh”, she continued. “These were our two main inspirations. Getting married on Southend Pier was amazing, especially having to get the old train up to the Culture Centre. Our guests loved that part and it made the whole day really quirky and fun. We were only the second people to ever get married at The Culture Centre too which also made it even more special.” “There’s nothing we would have done differently”, she concluded “I handmade most things which made the day really individual, personal and saved us money BUT takes a lot of time. If you’re going to DIY stuff then make sure you give yourself plenty of time as things always take much longer than you think they will! It was all well worth it though, as it came together beautifully in the end.” “I wish that we could do it all over again, it was such a fantastic day, from start to finish! This is why we’re so made up with our photos by RobWMay. He really captured the whole essence of the day… the fun, the nerves, the happiness and the amazing dance moves! We’ll treasure our wedding photos forever”.

Ellie & Jon  The historic Ripponlea in Melbourne has to be one of my favourite backdrops with so many incredible spaces to explore and what a location for engagement photos! There is so much to explore and together with their photographer Kylee of Kytography , Ellie and Jon made the most of it for their engagement photographs! The pair married in New York in March. Of how they met, Ellie recalls “My first memory of Jonathan was at a university ball. He was a major geek and I didn’t really think I would ever see or let alone talk to him again. However after the ball he started appearing everywhere I went, as if out of thin air – at the uni cafes, the uni libraries (both the main AND law libraries), the uni carpark, and even in my lectures!” Jonathan remembers, “My first memory of Ellie was seeing her asleep on the couch at the same university ball. How could I resist such grace? I was infatuated with her and naturally as I was studying law I started to do my due diligence on her. ” Ellie remarks, “Jonathan is very patient, kind, generous and helpful. He is nice not only to me but to everyone else.” Jonathan notes, “Ellie is a very loyal person. Show her genuine kindness and you will have made a friend for life. Going hand in hand with this is her very determined, driven and stylish sense of self. When she sets her mind to something she’ll make it happen, all whilst carrying herself with a sense of fashionable style and grace.” Their proposal story goes a little something like this. “About a year ago Jonathan and Ellie decided to take a last minute 6 week trip to Europe. Towards the end of the holiday Jonathan and Ellie actually took a ‘sidetrip’ to New York City. Ellie had always wanted to go to NYC. The trip was organized last minute and Ellie had no idea that Jonathan was going to propose. But Jonathan had a plan. First, he fabricated a story whereby he casually started mentioning that his friend was in town. After a few days, this then turned into the friend wanting to take the both of them out to lunch, and that he would send his ‘driver’ to pick them up in his stretch limo. Riding around in a limo in NYC was always one of Ellie’s fantasies as she is a closet lover of the teen drama TV show ‘Gossip Girl’. However, Hurricane Irene had actually just rolled through New York City and had left behind some torrential rain for the day that this ‘lunch’ was supposed to take place. Jonathan’s months of planning was now in ruin, as the carefully selected Rockefeller Center rooftop garden where he planned to propose had now become a rooftop swimming pool. Jonathan madly tried to stop the plan he had put in motion and cancelled everything. He was largely successful, but couldn’t cancel the stretch limo that he had ordered. Craftily, Jonathan instructed the driver to pretend that the friend sent his apologies and that he could not make the lunch.” “As an apology Jonathan and Ellie could use his driver as they pleased, so they ended up driving around NYC for 2 hours just for the fun of it! Jonathan eventually managed to reschedule his planned surprise. He stuck with his story of his friend wanting to have lunch, but Ellie was so annoyed at the previous cancelled lunch that she refused to go. Improvising, Jonathan told Ellie that his friend had booked a ‘private tour’ of the Rockefeller Center for them. That managed to get her out the door. All trip long she had wanted to visit the Top of The Rock but Jonathan always managed to come up with an excuse. As they arrived at the Rockefeller Center they were greeted at a private entrance, and were shown to a private lift to the rooftop garden. When they stepped out, Ellie said “Errrr, what is this? This ain’t the Rockefeller center! We need to go to level 38 not level 8! We must be in the wrong place!” Jonathan calmly but firmly ushered Ellie out on to the

Hive, I can’t believe I’m finally getting married tomorrow. I’m sitting here in our amazing room, blow drying my hair, and just had room service delivered because I realized I forgot to eat today. I spent a glorious morning at the spa getting a massage and pedicure…and remembering to eat completely slipped my mind. I got back to the room, and Mr. M came about 30 minutes later, gave me crap for not eating, and immediately ordered me room service (this is why he’s a keeper). Saying that the past few days have been a complete whirlwind is an understatement! All photos are personal. Incredible room—this is where us ladies will get primped tomorrow. Caesar salad courtesy of room service As our friends and family have been getting in to Montreal over the past three days, it’s been such an overwhelming feeling to see all these people we know and love gathering in one location. They’ve traveled from near and far to be here, and it’s just…incredible. Mr. M and I have been so busy the past few days running last-minute wedding errands, greeting people as they get to town, dinners, and more that I have to keep remembering to cherish this time and enjoy the moment. The weather has been pretty shitty here with these weird off and on showers, and there’s a good chance it might rain tomorrow, but for as much as that was getting me down (Montreal is such a beautiful city, so it’s too bad it hasn’t been sunny the whole time), it seems like all our guests so far are having a ball—people are exploring the city, trying new restaurants, going on tours, checking out the spas, etc. The welcome bags and itineraries were also a big hit, so I’m glad that worked out. After I’m done with my hair, I’ve got to get dressed for our ceremony rehearsal at 5:30—luckily there was no other event at the hotel today, so they’ve already started setting up the ceremony space (woohoo!)—then off to the Welcome Dinner at 7:00 PM. I’m a lot calmer than I thought I would be at this point—the only things stressing me out right now are the weather (which I know there’s nothing I can do about) and whether I’m going to get some sleep. I didn’t sleep well at all last night, so that’s the biggest thing I’m freaked out about. Otherwise, everything seems ready to go for tomorrow. Now I’ve just got to focus on staying as calm as possible, while enjoying every moment of this incredible weekend. All in preparation for tomorrow, which I’m expecting to be the BEST. DAY. EVER. Wish me luck, hive, and see you on the other side!!

Beautiful pictures, cute dog bow tie.

The monochromatic 'sand' tones are just lovely!

Three hundred sixty-five days ago I said “I do.” I said “I do” to a lifetime of love and commitment, to sharing my life with another human being, and to embarking on the great adventure that is marriage. Three hundred sixty-five days ago, I was wearing a big puffy white dress and too much makeup. You were standing in too tight shoes and smelling like Ivory soap. You held my hand at the altar and the world faded away. In that moment I knew I was at exactly the right place at the right time. Every decision I have ever made, some way or another, led me to you, to that moment, and to today. Here I stand, 365 days more in love, one year of marriage under my belt, standing in line for Harry Potter and the Forbidden Journey, holding your hand, and looking forward to the future. The last year was full of new experiences: traveling to Europe, moving to Cincinnati, starting new jobs, being long distance for the first time (Mr. Boa travels for work Monday through Thursday), buying a house, and adopting a puppy. Each of them made better because I got to share them with you. The reality of my life with you is so much better than what I could have dreamed or hoped for. You’re my true partner in life, my best friend, the ketchup to my fries, and the peanut butter to my jelly. If you want to read about our adventures, you can read up on them at Modern Day Jibarita.

If there’s one thing I know to be true, it’s that every bride deserves a set of killer portraits in her wedding gown. Not just because it’s a chance to work it for the camera (hello, model moment!) but because they’re the photos a girl will treasure for years to come. And here to give us a little bridal portrait inspiration is Dandelion + Grey along with Greg Ross Photography. Theses two teamed up to capture a natural, organic-inspired bridal look that’s free, flowly and effortlessly gorgeous. Peruse the full gallery for even more and stayed tuned for this week’s winners! Photography: Greg Ross Photography | Floral Design: Dandelion + Grey | Dress: Ruche | Model: Lauren Rinderspacher From Dandelion + Grey… i dreamt up an idea for very natural wedding portraits. something indigenous + organic: an open field, a naturally stunning girl in an effortlessly gorgeous dress … loose waves, bare feet, no makeup and an overgrown, free-flowing bouquet . these are ideas could easily translate to an authentic portrait session for the no-fuss bride. And now, for our favorite time of the whole wide week…winner announcements! Maxwell is the winner of a gorgeous tie from Alton Lane! Yay, Maxwell! Get ready for a happy dance, Jessica Lenart! Weddington Way is giving you Donna Morgan dresses for your entire bridal party! Ummm, score! And if you weren’t lucky enough to snag a win this week, not to worry loves!  The Grunion Run is giving away a set of five ties or bow ties to one winner! Head over here to find out how to enter. Now go enjoy the extra-long weekend and all the fun that comes with it! xoxo SMP © Style Me Pretty : The Ultimate Wedding Blog, 2013. | Permalink | 1 comment | Add to del.icio.us Post tags: Post categories: The Blog

Kristin is selling white tulle for ceiling draping. She is asking $100. Have a wedding item for sale? Post it with pictures in the Weddingbee Classifieds, and you might see it featured on the blog! Other great items for sale: Black and white damask aisle runner, asking $100 Antique-gold cloth napkins, asking $120 Alfred Angelo vintage modern bridesmaids’ dress for sale, size 14, asking $200 Agnes Hart birdcage veil and fascinator, asking $150

We’re all ready to walk out the door to a beautiful long weekend, hopefully with a few gorgeous weddings sprinkled here and there, but I just wanted to let you know despite the extra day to your weekend, we’ll be back here nice and early Monday morning with a wedding SO beautiful, we decided to save it for a day most of you have off work. You know, so you’ve got the extra time to devour every single image from Jenna Walker Photographers (see a little teaser below). So have a wonderful weekend my LBBers, and we’ll see you Monday morning! xoxo A prettier week we’ve never seen… a beautiful film with an adorable couple in New Zealand a super pretty Bozeman soiree with the most amazing light a boho boudoir shoot that is pretty sweet, if we do say so without blushing a gorgeous Ojai wedding, filled with romance for days a bit of Provence inspiration which will leave you breathless a few bridal bouquet breakdowns for any bride a soiree with the most romantic sky lanterns in New Hampshire a Mackinac Island gem fit for fairy tales a bit of colorful gypsy charm in this Vancouver inspiration a Lancaster affair filled to bursting with beautiful blooms an absolutely glamourous San Francisco fête Some links we think you’re going to capital LOVE… a perfectly simply, perfectly stunning short hair updo via The Beauty Department a summer recipe gem: Strawberry rhubarb infused vodka via Wit&Vinegar a bit of romantic wedding inspiration you’ll adore via Ruffled © Style Me Pretty : The Ultimate Wedding Blog, 2013. | Permalink | Comments | Add to del.icio.us Post tags: Post categories: The Blog

Photo: Aaron Dyer When it comes to wedding shoes, metallics are the new neutrals—they don't detract from your gorgeous wedding gown, but still add a little sparkle and pizazz to a polished look. Our favorite metallic for spring and summer weddings has to be rose gold. The pink hue pops against an ivory gown while the metallic sheen still feels very modern. Peruse even more rose gold wedding shoes here! 1. Satin with beaded and lace details, $149, Badgley Mischka 2. Glittery suede with metallic heel, $135, Ivanka Trump 3. Satin with silk flower, $895, Oscar de la Renta 4. Satin with embellished crystal heel, $1,250, Jimmy Choo available at Kleinfeld Bridal 5. Satin twist with bow detail, $450, Stuart Weitzman See 30 more rose gold wedding shoes in the complete slideshow. You Might Also Like: Browse wedding accessories Sparkly Wedding Clutches Wedding Shoes with Bows