
A Bit o’ St. Patty’s Inspiration
I’m positively giddy about sharing some gorgeous St Patrick’s Day inspired weddings with you today! Kelly green, kilts, and tartan galore, these weddings highlight some of my favorite Celtic-inspired details. Each one is absolutely beautiful so be sure to click through to see the full event!
{Shona and Nathan’s Scotland wedding, images by by Rebekah J Murray*}
{Jenni and Bill’s fall tartan …

Real Weddings: Ashley + Jake
Married at the beautiful The Morton Arboretum outside Chicago, Ashley and Jake’s summer wedding was beautifully natural and simply elegant. White hydrangea and lisianthus were mixed with textured greenery in arrangements by Hinsdale Flower Shop. Ashley chose several of her vendors through Etsy, giving their wedding a sweet, crafty feel. From the beautiful trees of the venue, perfectly fresh florals, and the …

Emerging Spring Inspiration
It’s usually about this time of year when snow melts, birds start to fly back, and plants that have been sleeping all winter begin to peek through the warming ground. This fabulous spring-inspired shoot by Greia Marlow Events and Kor Floral is a nod to all those elements we see emerging this time of year. Not quite in bloom yet, they featured …

Real Weddings: Carrie + Will
Carrie and Will’s wedding is all about easy elegance and natural beauty. Sharing a love of the outdoors, the couple chose to hold their reception at Will’s family home in North Carolina, and their elegant reception tent full of ivory and green details echoed their gorgeous surroundings. I just love all of the personal elements in their wedding – everything …

Real Weddings: Farrar + Mark
As Farrar and Mark got into their wedding planning, they realized a full-blown wedding was not their style. They opted instead for an intimate elopement with a beautiful garden party reception at Farrar’s family home to celebrate. I love the beautiful yet casual feel of their reception and the gorgeous mint and gold decor with bright pops of fuchsia, lavender, …

Real Weddings: Jackie + Keith
Jackie and Keith wanted their wedding to feel like an upscale backyard barbecue so they decided on one of their favorite vacation destinations, Hilton Head, South Carolina, and the Port Royal Country Club was a perfect fit! It was an intimate wedding where guests enjoyed lawn games and signature drinks during cocktail hour and then some delicious pies from Signes …

Real Weddings: Lauren + Matt
Lauren and Matt’s wedding was classic and elegant with some wonderful Southern details. Gorgeous magnolia leaves were used not only in the floral arrangements but also in the large garland they created which hung over the main doors to the church! I can’t believe that Lauren, her mom, and grandmother created all the florals – a beautiful blend of …

Real Weddings: Laura + Mark
I absolutely love the idea of a museum wedding and so did Laura and Mark, who were married in the modern wing of the Art Institute of Chicago. The clean lines of the venue and beautiful artwork as a backdrop really create such a unique and cultured event. Larkspur did a beautiful job creating arrangements that reflected the modern feel of …

Real Weddings: Pam + Chase
Pam and Chase’s wedding was elegant without being too fussy and woodsy without being too rustic. Fiddlehead Designs seamlessly blended classic roses and orchids with more woodsy elements like birch to create gorgeous florals for the event. I admit that I often get caught up in looking at the details of a wedding (the flowers, venue, dresses) but …

Whimsical Salvage Chic Ceremony
So excited today to show off the last two Inspired Creations Contest submissions from this year’s Indie Wed! First up, a beautiful “salvage chic” ceremony with whimsical ribbon details and gorgeous florals from Kio Kreations and Hazelton Photography! The ladies used repurposed architectural posts, ribbons and lush floral to create an unforgettable arch focal point. To accompany this lush salvaged …

Real Weddings: Brandy + Blake
In a sunset wedding at the beautiful Wild Onion Ranch in Austin, Brandy and Blake were married under the open sky and stately trees. Their ceremony was held under a wooden gazebo, accenting the rustic feel of the day. After the sun went down, guest dined and danced the night away under twinkling stars, lights, and beautiful florals by The Flower Studio by …

Real Weddings: Cori + Nate
An October wedding in the heart of the Colorado mountains? Yes please! Cori and Nate’s nuptials were held at the heavenly Devil’s Thumb Ranch in Fraser, CO. The Rocky Mountains were the spectacular backdrop for the outdoor ceremony. Dinner was served in the gorgeous Broad Axe Barn, made up of a historical building that was moved onto the ranch, piece …




