Your Bride & Groom Store

    There's no denying that Bride & Groom Store on Hay Street, in Western Australia's Subiaco, is the hottest place to shop for the most stylish bits and pieces for your big day. Oozing style, the store is a one stop shop for brides wanting all sorts of bits and pieces, including bridesmaids dresses from Ava Madison and Katya Bride, veils and headpieces, lolly jars, stationery, decorations and guest books (just to name a few). There's no way you can possibly walk out empty handed. If you're a WA bride, or just visiting, pop into the store located at 363 Hay Street, Subiaco or visit them to shop up an online storm at www.brideandgroomstore.com.au.


    The stock a great range of lanterns in all shapes and sizes. I'm LOVING the Eyelet lantern, featured above. So chic!


    Tiffany chairs are available to hire for Perth and Margaret River region brides in both black and white with detachable cushion


    Parasols are a must for summer weddings. Both fabric and lace parasols in a variety of colours are available. Also on offer are wooden fans. Perfect for your guests on a warm day.

    Posted by Emilie Harrison
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Real Wedding ~ Alicia and Dallas

    Alicia and Dallas were married on Seabrook Island in a detail-packed affair photographed by Gene Ho Photography and designed by the talented team at Duvall Catering & Event Design. Blending traditional Southern charm with a chic modern aesthetic, the event was created in a unique palette of white, gray and silver with accents of black, teal and peridot. Alicia's bridesmaids carried tightly formed bouquets of green roses and wore strapless cocktail dresses in dove gray with black pumps and black floral necklaces. Alicia wore a figure-hugging gown with a trumpet silhouette, gentle ruching all over and a plunging v-neckline. She added a peacock feather hairpiece and carried a bouquet of white anemones with bold black centers. Dallas and his groomsmen wore black suits with pale gray ties and anemone boutonnieres.

    The reception was held on the manicured lawn of Alicia's family home where guest tables were covered in crisp white linens and set with gloss black chivari chairs. A clear tent was draped along the sides with sheer white fabric with crystal chandeliers and white and black drum pendant lights hung at its center. Centerpiece and accent floral arrangements were created using a variety of white and green blooms, including roses, ranunculus, spider mums and orchids in mercury glass, green glass, turquoise glass and clear glass vessels. Lounge and cocktail areas were created in groups of sleek white cubes and couches paired with gleaming silver tables and accent pillows in teal silk and gray damask. A dessert bar was served indoors where the unique two-tier wedding cake formed the centerpiece surrounded by a selection of sweet treats displayed on Alicia's grandmother's silver platters. Don't miss a single detail of Alicia and Dallas' exquisite affair, including Dallas' sweet serenade while Alicia danced with her father. Enjoy!

    Credits:
    Photography:
    Gene Ho Photography. Venue: Private Home. Invitations: Carte Blanche Invitation Design. Florals and Decor: Duvall Catering & Event Design. Caterer: Duvall Catering & Event Design. Cake: Jaclyn Story. Entertainment: E2& The Feel.







Party Time

    Have a look at the new Truly Scrumptious range at Lark. Lots of pretty pieces, perfect for a bridal shower or any sweet celebration.







    Posted by Jane Cameron

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Princess For A Day

    If you've long been inspired by Disney's fairy tales you could be thrilled to discover you'll soon be able to have a wedding dress inspired by the very characters that helped shaped your girly fantasies. Disney have joined forces with designer Alfred Angelo to create the Fairy Tale Wedddings range of gowns inspired by our favourtie fairytale characters Aurora, Ariel, Belle, Jasmine, Snow White, Cinderella and Tiana. Personally I think this may be taking the whole 'fantasy' thing a little too far but whatever floats your boat! Available in the USA they will retail for under USD$1,200. If you want more info visit www.disneybridal.com.




    The Ariel (The Little Mermaid) insprired gown


    The Aurora (Sleeping Beauty) inspired gown
    Images courtesy of cocoperez.com

    Posted by Emilie Harrison
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E Session ~ Andrea and Joe

    Andrea and Joe had their first date in Chicago after they met on Match.com. They proved to be a perfect match and returned to the city for their fun engagement session, photographed by our good friend, Caroline Ghetes. From the urban streets of downtown Chicago to a playful series of images on the banks of Lake Michigan, this sweet couple's love shines in every single image. We especially like the image of Andrea twirling as Joe affectionately looks on. To see more of Andrea and Joe's engagement session, visit the Caroline Ghetes Photography blog!







Lost Lake Photo Session

    I am so thankful to be living in a place that is so beautiful.  Lost Lake is practically our backyard.  We've been camping and hiking there already and it's one of the most beautiful and photographed lakes in Oregon.  And judging from this "day after" photo session you'll see why!

    Blaine and Bethany are extremely talented Hood River area photographers and they are pretty awesome couple to boot - which is important when you are spending your entire wedding day with your photographers!  You've probably seen some of Blaine's other work featured on my blog from his amazing daily photo blog Beautiful Hood River.






    You can see clear to the bottom of Lost Lake




    Wow...that view of Mt. Hood is killer




    This one is my favorite - taking the plunge


    



    Thanks Blaine for sharing these gorgeous shots!

Hall & Webb Event Design ~ Charlotte, NC

    Southern belle Sara Hall and New Yorker Elizabeth Webb are the lovely ladies that make up the Charlotte, NC based Hall & Webb Event Design. With over seventeen years of combined experience, Sarah and Elizabeth are passionate about event design and strive to make each event one-of-a-kind. With proven experience, a knack for details and flawless execution, their events are among the most remarkable, stylish affairs in North Carolina. Read on to learn more about this talented team and the inspiration behind Hall & Webb Event Design.

    Hall & Webb Event Design is based in Charlotte, NC and available for events throughout the South. To contact Hall & Webb Event Design visit the company website or call 704.840.7274 or 919.946.4581.

    Weddings Unveiled: Tell us a little bit about Hall & Webb Event Design.

    Sara & Elizabeth: Hall & Webb Event Design is a full service wedding and event design company blending traditional values with a contemporary twist.

    With over 17 years of combined wedding and event planning experience, our goal is to create a memorable event for each client. We strive provide the highest level of professionalism throughout the entire planning process. No matter how large or small your wedding or event may be, no detail is overlooked.

    WU: How did you become an event designer? When and how did you begin Hall & Webb Event Design?

    S&E: We have always had a passion for planning events. From the food, to the entertainment and décor, we knew this was the obvious career path for us. We always say this path chose us!
    After many years of working for others and always dreaming of starting our own wedding and event planning company, we were thrilled when the timing was right and the opportunity arose. We jumped on it!

    WU: Tell us about how you work with engaged couples, whether as a team or individually.

    S&E: We understand that each couple is unique and we approach every meeting with that in mind. We do our best to attend each meeting together since we each bring a different perspective due to our backgrounds.

    WU: Describe your wedding style.

    S&E: We believe in keeping up with current trends to provide our couples with fresh new ideas. We stress to each couple to bring in as much personal style as they can since it is their special day!

    WU: What inspires you?

    S&E: Trendy boutiques, the beach, walking through historic cities, a good bottle of wine.

    WU: How do you keep your ideas fresh?

    S&E: Staying current with the latest blogs, attending industry events, fashion magazines.

    WU: What was your favorite wedding and why?

    S&E: Our favorite wedding so far was a spring wedding in uptown Charlotte. The wedding was a traditional southern style wedding, with a modern feel. From the fancy fried chicken to the crystal chandeliers that hung from the tentless tent structure…no detail was overlooked! The guests sipped on “Southern Punch” and were entertained all night by a great party band.

    WU: What makes Hall & Webb Event Design different from other wedding and event designers?

    S&E: We have 17 years of combined experience with both weddings and events - we have done it all! Sara was raised in the South & Elizabeth in the North and each brings a unique design style to every event.

    WU: What would be your ideal wedding assignment or dream wedding to design?

    S&E: We love them all! Whether a Downtown wedding in Charlotte or a Historic Plantation in Charleston; each allows us to put our creative touch on it. If we had to pick just one…our all time favorite wedding is one that would allow us to step out side the box and journey down a road with a couple that we have not been before.

    WU: Tell us three things you can't live without.

    S&E: Work….Cell phone, Laptop & Coffee!!! Personal….Husbands, Vacations & Champagne!!!

    WU: What is the best advice anyone has ever given you?

    S&E: Nothing worth having is easily obtained.

    WU: What is the best advice you can give to an engaged couple?

    S&E: You’re getting married, this is fun!












Floral Inspiration: Paper Moon



    When I visited the Summer Inspiration at New Covent garden back in June I spotted this cute little flower in one of the flowers stalls, I hadn’t seen it before so was curious to find out what it was. It’s called Scabiosa Stellata ‘Paper Moon’; it has delicate lilac petals that shed to become lavender tinged papery spheres in the summer and early autumn. Since spotting it at Covent Garden I keep seeing it pop up in some fabulous floral arrangements on the wedding blogosphere.

    I love how its neutral colours mean it can be combined with a number of colours from pale pinks to dark purples and its unique heads work with a variety of blooms from large peonies to delicate cottage flowers or quite simply used on their own.


    1. Photo by Caroline Ghetes via Style Me Pretty, here
    2. Photo by Jill Thomas Floral Design by  JL Designs via Style Me Pretty, here
    3. Photo by Aaron Delesie Floral design by  JL Designs via Ruffled, here
    4. Photo by Boutwell Studio Floral Design by Mindy Rice Via the Bride’s Café, here (love the chandelier with paper lanternsabove the dance floor at this wedding)


    1. Photo by Jodi Miller Photography floral design by JMFlora Design.via The Brides Café, here
    2. Photo by Jill Thomas floral design by  JL Designs via Style Me Pretty, here
    3. & 4 Photos by Aaron Delesie floral design by  JL Designs via Ruffled, here

    I also think they make great (not too girly) buttonholes...


    Photo by Caroline Ghetes Floral design by The Bloom Room via Style Me Pretty, here

    Photo at top by Sakura Photo Floral Design by Blue Lotus Floral Design via Ruffled, here

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