This week’s wedding world was filled with Art Deco inspiration—this glamorous styled shoot is perfection, like a page out of The Great Gatsby—along with beautiful vintage cocktails and pretty paper goods. We really hate to see weeks like this end but are wrapping it up in the loveliest way possible by sharing a few of our favorite links!


{Image by Ryan Ray Photography via Style Me Pretty}
A few of our favorites from the week:
Enjoy the weekend ahead and we’ll be back here on Monday morning with more swoon-worthy inspiration! xo
Posted 05/17/2013 by
Erin
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inspiration
Megan and Josh look so sunny and in love in these charming shots from their engagement session with J. Layne Photography! Josh’s purple plaid with Megan’s bright yellow and blue is such a pretty combination in these outdoor photos. Of course, we simply adore vintage touches, and the icy blue bicycle complete with flowers in its wicker basket is almost too much fabulous to handle!











Photography – J. Layne Photography
Posted 05/17/2013 by
Stephanie
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photography
Tracy and Mark infused tons of character into their Chicago wedding day, and the entire affair is just lovely! Tracy’s beaded Allure Bridals sleeveless gown with lace and flowy train is timeless but perfectly on trend, too. Chocolate brown bridesmaids dresses by Jim Hjelm are a sophisticated choice for a city wedding, especially one held at Gallery 1028, with it’s exposed brick walls and wood beam ceilings. We love the woodsy florals infused with white roses and green hydrangeas from Studio AG, which are also found on the modern square cake by Alliance Bakery. These images from Todd James Photography are filled with warmth and light—gorgeous setting, gorgeous couple!













Photography – Todd James Photography* \ Venue and Day-of Coordination – Gallery 1028 \ Floral and Event Design – Studio AG \ Catering – Calihan \ Bakery – Alliance Bakery \ Stationery – Leslie Hamer Illustration \ Calligraphy – Anne Madison Paper Goods Design Studio \ Rentals – Hall’s \ Linens – BBJ \ Ceremony Musicians and Band – The Walk-ins \ Transportation – Windy City Limousine \ Hair Stylist – Kristin Doyle of Chic Salon-Spa-Brow Studio \ Makeup Artist – Gabrielle Post Image Consultant \ Bridesmaids Dresses – Jim Hjelm \ Gown – Allure Bridals \ Hairpiece – Glamorous Bijoux \ Bridal Salon – Eva’s Bridals of Orland Park \ Jewelry – Sheffner’s and Swarovski \ Shoes – Badgley Mischka \ Suits – Alfred Dunhill and Indochino \ Small Chalkboard Signs – Event Design Shop \ Card Box – A Stylish Design
*Todd James Photography is a member of the EAD Vendor Guide. To find vendors in your area, click here, or if you are a vendor interested in applying, click here.
Going with a vintage feel for your wedding? Why not include some vintage cocktails too! Just like fashion, different cocktail trends are associated with different eras. Choose one or a few of any of these 8 vintage cocktail recipes to transport guests to another decade.
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Posted 05/16/2013 by
Christen
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cakes and catering
Have you seen the movie yet?! It’s no wonder that the wedding world has been going gaga for Gatsby ever since the previews came out. The glamour, the elegance, and the drama are the perfect inspiration for the bride who wants to go all out on her big day. We’re crazy about the sequins, feathers, and gold that make up this decadent art deco look!

1 – black bow tie, image by Bryce Covey via Snippet & Ink \ 2 – feathered birdcage veil, image by Kali Lu Photo via Wedding Chicks \ 3 – gold art deco wedding invitation, image by Lauren Scotti via 100 Layer Cake \ 4 – vintage typewriter, image by Michelle March via Ruffled \ 5 – gold art deco wedding cake, image by My Beloved Photography via Style Unveiled \ 6 – antique wedding car, image by Tyler Branch via Well-Groomed \ 7 – F. Scott Fitzgerald novels, design by Coralie Bickford-Smith via The Dieline \ 8 – sequined art deco gowns, image by Christa Elyce via Ruffled \ 9 – art deco engagement rings, by Paris Hotel Boutique via The Sweetest Occasion \ 10 – Gatsby-inspired place cards, image by My Beloved Photography via Style Unveiled
Posted 05/15/2013 by
Christen
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current crush, inspiration