So excited to share another gorgeous tablescape from Nashville event planner Latrice Cushenberry of Opulent Couturier!  Latrice’s theme for this table is “eco love” and the centerpiece is full of luscious moss and woodsy elements.  Paired with taper candles, table numbers and menus with burlap accents, and clear chargers, the result is rustic perfection!

The amazing vendors behind this beautiful tablescape are:

Styling – Opulent Couturier
Photography – Donald Yeager
Floral – Brocade Designs
Stationery – LePenn Designs
Linens – Connie Duglin

I love small, personal wedding ceremonies.  Along with thirteen of their closest friends and family, Camilla and David celebrated their marriage at the Carneros Inn in Napa Valley.  Every element of this event speaks to me – the joy that Camilla and David feel, the intimate setting, the gorgeous rustic tablescapes, and the amazing way that Ray Soemarsono of Apertura captured the moments of the day.

(doesn’t David look like Hugh Grant in this photo?)

Julie Stevens Design did a fabulous job creating beautiful rustic elements that fit perfectly with the backdrop of the Carneros Inn.

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We chatted the other day about wedding philosophies, and one thing that I touched on was that your wedding should stand the test of time.  On that theme, here is a classic red, ivory, and sepia inspiration board for you.  Notice the multiple ways that handwriting in red ink makes an appearance, subtly tying the elements of the board together.  Handwriting is so personal… such a great way to make your wedding your own!

{Clockwise from top left: classic bride photographed by Justin and Mary Marantz via Style Me Pretty, handwritten wedding invitation from Martha Stewart via {frolic!}, chair and pillow from Schumacher via Desire to Inspire, monogrammed linens from Martha Stewart via Ritzy Bee, red and gold mirror from the (now defunct) Domino Magazine, plates hanging on wall from red ribbon via Point Click Home, two-tier cake with ribbon and lily of the valley from InStyle Weddings, desk and curtains with red stripe from Easy Living Magazine via White & Wander, stitched words on heart created by Cathy Cullis via Love Stitching Red, red heels photographed by Casey Templeton}

What personal touches are you going to incorporate into your wedding?  How are you going to weave them into your event so they aren’t overpowering, but are merely simple, honest reflections of you?

Alli and Jason’s Indianapolis garden wedding is full of personality. Jenny Grise of Grise Photography captured all of the wonderful moments, including a quite unexpected downpour during the ceremony!

The couple chose chocolate brown and green as their color palette and bridesmaids wore gowns of their choosing by J Crew.

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Garden weddings are so very of-the-moment.  Infuse nature’s color palette with shades of pinks and purples and you have a romantic and timeless event.

{Bride and groom from Becky and Alex’s wedding photographed by Mthree Studio, vintage movie ticket escort cards in crate photographed by Robert Sukrachand from Yuli and Keith’s wedding via Green Wedding Shoes, calligraphy sign by Laura Hooper Calligraphy, flower girls on rope swing from Betty and Kent’s wedding photographed by Punam Bean, rustic tablescape photographed by Silvana di Franco posted by Wiley Valentine on Weddingbee Pro, wedding cake with pink and white sugar flowers from Sara and Matt’s wedding photographed by Duston Todd, invitation by Flush Designs, garden wedding ceremony set-up styled by Oh How Charming! and photographed by Elizabeth Messina}

Chris and Heather’s Ojai mountain wedding has it all.  Stunning scenery, perfect weather, fabulous decor, and to top all of that off, unbelievable photography by Mark Brooke.

The couple chose the tranquil tuscan villa and gardens of Belle Loreve for their venue.

The wedding ceremony took place in the upper garden with the backdrop of the Ojai mountains. 

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Chelsea and Gabe were married at a private residence in beautiful Deer Creek Canyon, CO. I adore the photography by a.h.p and their photographic style is perfect for the unbelievable scenery!

The couple chose to do a first look – that is always one of my favorite moments.

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Travis and Jennifer’s wedding was full of fabulous details and was made even more wonderful by the amazing photos from Katie Stoops of Open Air Photography.

Cowboy boots for the bride + a fluffy sunflower bouquet = perfection.

The Marriott Ranch was the perfect venue for the couple’s casual farm wedding.  It’s nestled in tiny Hume, VA (about an hours drive from Washington DC) at the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains.  Le sigh – look how beautiful it is!

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We’re welcoming fall this week, and with it, gorgeous orange, brown, and yellow wedding inspiration.

Clockwise from top left: woman in fall leaves from oneChristina on DeviantArt, white calligraphy on burnt orange stationery by Jenna Hein, Costanoa Lodge and Retreat photographed by Jesse Leake via Snippet and Ink, bride and groom with bouquet photographed by Brooke Schwab, escort cards on plaid fabric with fruit via Brides, orange flowers on gravel photographed by Elizabeth Messina via The Bride’s Cafe, lounge area by Custom Event Group photographed by Sara Remington via Style Me Pretty, hanging mason jar lanterns photographed by Gertrude and Mabel Photography via The Bride’s Cafe

The photo of old-fashioned clocks inspired this board – full of clutter, trinkets, and vintage treasures.

Clockwise from top left: vintage-inspired clocks from Sköna Hem via Pillow Talk and Sarah’s Fab Day, end table with trinkets from House Beautiful via Absolutely Beautiful Things, vintage glass bottles in rack from Tongue in Cheek via The Paris Apartment, birdcage necklace from Sea Unicorn’s etsy via A Room Somewhere, passport-inspired wedding invitations designed by Chris Rooney via Oh So Beautiful Paper, birdcage and tablescape display by Kråkvik & D’Orazio via Desire to Inspire, photo of bust in window by Katie Lockhart via Oh So Beautiful Paper, green and white bouquet photographed by Eleise Theuer from Stewart and Darryl’s wedding, woman in vintage green gown via the (sadly, now defunct) Nibs blog, room with bookcase and mirror from Displaying Pictures via Style Court

Can’t you just see lots of lace and calligraphy with wire bits and bobs, fluffy cream flowers, mismatched plates, and heavy crystal glassware?  Le sigh.

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When Cyd, who works for Bella Figura in addition to being one of our fabulous EAD contributors, told me about this wedding, I just had to share it with EAD readers.  Stewart and Darryl’s wedding, photographed by the always-amazing Eleise Theuer, is just full of beautiful and personal handcrafted details!  The couple chose a wedding location close to Stewart’s heart, Melville Farm in Reedville, VA.  The farm has been in Stewart’s family for several generations and was the perfect backdrop for the green, brown, and cream color palette. 

Stewart accessorized her Monique Lhuillier gown with a beautiful brown, green, and cream handmade collar by Etsy seller Bonzie, a chocolate brown wrap by J. Crew, and shoes by Cydwoq. 

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Our wedding month has arrived! And, overall, I’m feeling cool, calm, and collected.

The last weekend in July was a whirlwind of wedding activities: hair and makeup trials, dress fitting, and meetings with our coordinator, our caterer, and our photographer.

I was definitely reminded why we hired professionals. Each vendor asked questions we hadn’t considered: Who will walk the mothers down the aisle? Who will take the centerpieces at the end of the night?

And offered useful tidbits of advice: Ask someone other than a groomsman to drive the golf cart. Ask a family member to be a liaison to the photographer. Use bottled beer for the cocktail hour and kegs for the reception.

And eased our minds: My hair and makeup will not be overdone. Our photographer will scout the site the day before the wedding. Our coordinator will decorate and display all of our DIY projects.

Whew! I’m glad such details and logistics are now in the hands of our vendors — our very competent vendors.

And now July turns to August. The first weekend of our wedding month will be spent crafting. We still have a lot of projects we’d like to do, but nothing is really essential. The show will go on with or without cocktail napkins and sparklers.

Here’s the list of possible projects (in no particular order):

• Buy mason jars, candles, and ribbon
• Make chalkboard signs for buffet display
• Write welcome note for OOT bags
• Personalize matchboxes and sparklers
• Print escort cards and table numbers
• Attach escort cards and baby photos to clothes line with clothespins
• Make ceremony program fans
• Make barn wood signs for “wedding,” “cocktails,” and, “party”
• Make “Just Married” sign for carriage
• Gocco cocktail napkins
• Print labels for water bottles
• Make favors (this is a BIG one that I’ll tell you all about later)

And here’s my very first inspiration board that incorporates some of these details:

{left to right, top to bottom: wedding sign via Homegrown Wedding; carriage via Martha Stewart Weddings; flowers from Chelsea Elizabeth Photography; boutonniere from The Knot; escort cards from unknown source; glass drink dispensers via For the Love of Brides; red pail from unknown source; invitation suite from author’s personal collection; sparklers via EAD}

How are you other August brides feeling? Did you get any surprise questions at your final meetings? Can you believe the big day is almost here?!