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Real Weddings: Alissa + Kyle

Ami — Wed, 08 Feb 2012 13:00:32 +0000

There’s nowhere more beautiful than sunny Charleston, SC, and its historic venues and scenery, and no better setting for Alissa and Kyle’s classic wedding than the seaside Historic Rice Mill, the only one of Charleston’s three antebellum rice mills still standing. The small terrace is a gorgeous spot for an intimate ceremony or cocktail hour, and the fabulous interior features exposed brick, wide plank wood floors, expansive double windows, and pressed tin ceilings. I adore how Alissa and Ryan enhanced the natural beauty of the venue with their natural white and brown color palette, and how they brought a bit of the seaside indoors with lantern centerpieces. Sit back and enjoy the beautiful images from Chi Photography of Charleston!

The following Charleston wedding vendors contributed to Alissa and Kyle’s wedding:

Photography – Chi Photography of Charleston \ Event Planning – Peacock Events Charleston \ Floral - Branch Design Studio \ Venue – The Historic Rice Mill \ Stationery – Paperwhites Press \ Hair – Canvas Salon \ Catering – Good Food Catering \ Musicians – Super Deluxe Live \ Dress – Lana Addison Bridal \ Cake – Ashley Bakery \ Makeup – Jacquelyn West Make-up Artist \ Transportation – Charleston Black Cab \ Officiant – Tasteful Civil Ceremonies

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Real Weddings: Colette + Luke

Christen — Tue, 07 Feb 2012 19:00:39 +0000

I’m in love with Colette and Luke’s gorgeous rustic and romantic Austin wedding. Classic black bridesmaids dresses and sleek, modern tuxes plus gorgeous florals by Petal Pushers? Adore! The couple incorporated natural, rustic elements into their wedding without compromising the elegance of the event. My favorite detail is the aspen logs that Colette’s dad hollowed out to be used as vessels for the flowers and programs. You’re going to absolutely swoon over these gorgeous photos by La Dolce Vita Photography!

The following Texas vendors contributed to Colette and Luke’s wedding:

Photographer – La Dolce Vita Photography \ Floral Designer – Petal Pushers \ Reception Venue – Austin Country Club \ Dress Store – Neiman Marcus Bridal Salon \ Dress Designer – Christos \ Bridesmaids – Vera Wang \ Cake Designer – Simon Lee Bakery \ Band – Blind Date \ Lighting – FILO Productions, LLC. \ Tuxedo and Mens Attire – J Crew \ Etsy Designer – House of Lovely

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Real Weddings: Amelia + Andrew

Christen — Thu, 02 Feb 2012 19:00:01 +0000

You know when you look at someone’s wedding photos and just know that they’re really cool people? That’s how I feel about Amelia and Andrew and their wedding. They were married at the beautiful, family-owned, Keswick Vineyards near Charlottesville, Virginia. It was really important to Amelia to have peonies for her wedding so Kelsey Elliott created gorgeous arrangements of peonies and roses in soft and fun colors in a mix of different containers. I adore the pop of aqua blue from the napkins and that fabulous dessert table backdrop! To me, this wedding is amazing, color-perfection, and captured beautifully by the talented Korie Lynn Photography!

The following Virginia wedding vendors contributed to Amelia and Andrew’s wedding:

Photography – Korie Lynn Photography \ Venue – Keswick Vineyards \ Floral – Kelsey Elliott \ Wedding planning – Kelsey Bethune \ Stationery – Kelsey Ibarrientos \ Gown – Sophia Tolli, purchased from Blush Bridal Boutique in Gainesville, Virginia \ Bridesmaids – Coralie Beatrix \ Hair – Robin Coutu \ Makeup – Emily Hudspeth* \ Headpiece – Hans Holzkopf \ Shoes – Nine West \ Suit – Men’s Wearhouse \ Catering – Goodrich Gourmets \ Macarons – Petites Bouchees \ Cake and cupcakes – Cupcake Heaven \ Rentals and linens – Classic Party Rentals \ DJ – Curtis Hambrick \ Ceremony music – Logan Shermeyer

*Emily Hudspeth 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.

Real Weddings: Brooke + Christopher

Christen — Tue, 31 Jan 2012 13:00:05 +0000

What does a Texas native transplanted to the Bay Area do to honor her home state in her wedding? Incorporate the “yellow rose of Texas” of course! Brooke and Christopher’s classic, elegant soiree at San Francisco’s Julia Morgan Ballroom has the most refreshing yellow, white, and gray color palette, such a gorgeous contrast to the rich, deep colors of the ballroom! Nancy Liu Chin Designs did an incredible job with the event creating big soft bouquets and lush arrangements featuring roses, ranunculus, and hydrangea and JBD Events made sure the day ran without a hitch. Such a pretty wedding with pretty details and pretty photos by Mulberry Photography!

The following Northern California vendors contributed to Brooke and Christopher’s wedding:

Photography – Mulberry Photography \ Wedding Planning – JBD Events \ Venue – Julia Morgan Ballroom \ Floral and Event Design – Nancy Liu Chin Designs* \ Gown – Priscilla of Boston \ Veil – Amy Kuschel \ Invitations – Hello! Lucky \ Catering – Melon’s Catering \ Linens – Hartmann Studios \ Ceremony Venue – St. Ignatius Catholic Church \ Music – Pride and Joy Band \ Hair and Makeup – Sherry Long Makeup \ Cable Cars – Bauers Transportation

*Nancy Liu Chin Designs 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.

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Real Weddings: Austin + Brian

Christen — Mon, 30 Jan 2012 19:00:01 +0000

I simply love California weddings and this warm and colorful winery wedding is no exception! Healdsburg Country Gardens played a stunning backdrop to Austin and Brian’s big day. A sophisticated yet casual wedding, they decorated with gorgeous rose, dahlia, and freesia arrangements by Floral Designs by Heather Hendrickson. I love all the natural details they used such as the wooden apple baskets and the twig-tied napkins! The gorgeous colors and scenery were brought to life in the images from the always amazing Julie Mikos!

The following Northern California vendors contributed to Austin and Brian’s wedding:

Photography – Julie Mikos Photographer* \ Venue – Healdsburg Country Gardens \ Floral – Floral Designs by Heather Hendrickson \ Invitations – Wedding Paper Divas \ Favors – Hershey’s \ Gown – Amsale \ Bridesmaids – J. Crew \ Hair and makeup – Diva Salon \ Shoes – J. Crew \ Catering – Park Avenue Caterer \ Bakery – Costeaux French Bakery \ Band – The Sound Effect Band \ Ceremony music – Bertina Mitchell

*Julie Mikos 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.

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Real Weddings: Stephanie + Dan

Ami — Mon, 30 Jan 2012 13:00:58 +0000

Stephanie & Dan are from London, but came to New York City with Stephanie’s sister and brother-in-law for a classic elopement with an Old Hollywood feel. After an intimate and heartfelt ceremony at NYC’s City Hall, elegantly captured by Katie Jane Photo, they made stops at the Brooklyn Bridge, Central Park, and a fire house (Dan is a fireman in London) to capture the iconic beauty of New York.

The following NYC wedding vendors contributed to Stephanie and Dan’s wedding:

Photography – Katie Jane Photo \ Dress – Reiss \ Shoes – LK Bennett \ Hair – Sissi Chan Hair and Makeup \ Makeup – NYC Faces \ Suit – T.M. Lewin \

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Real Weddings: Jenni + Bill

Christen — Fri, 27 Jan 2012 13:00:52 +0000

I absolutely love unique color palettes and Jenni’s blend of fall colors with her groom’s Scottish tartan is a breath of fresh air! It was such a warm wedding with lots of DIY details that perfectly blended both season and culture. Jenni and Bill both look gorgeous and positively giddy! Of course we love the romantic Nashville farm estate Cedarwood, and these photos by Chris and Adrienne Scott Photographers bring the gorgeous day to life!

The following Tennessee vendors contributed to Jenni and Bill’s wedding:

Photographer – Chris and Adrienne Scott Photographers \ Venue, Floral and Decor – Cedarwood* \ Dress Store – The White Room, Anthropologie \ Cake Designer – Patty Cakes \ Band – Skyline Drive Band \ Shoes – Zappos, milk & honey \ Transportation - Matchless Limousine, Inc. \ Jewelry – J. Crew \ Tuxedo and Mens Attire – Men’s Wearhouse and ScotWeb \ Bridesmaid Dresses – Anna Elyse Bridesmaids \ DIY supplies – M&J Trimming and Textile Fabrics

*Cedarwood 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.

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Real Weddings: Jeshica + Brian

Christen — Thu, 26 Jan 2012 19:00:19 +0000

Jeshica is from Texas, Brian is from Alabama, they met in China, were married in Santa Monica and it was perfect – clean, fresh, and with cascading orchids everywhere! After their beach ceremony, they celebrated at the beautiful Shutters on the Beach which was decorated with crisp white linens and vibrant arrangements of different yellow flowers by An Elegant Thorn. Bellisimo Events did an incredible job planning their wedding and in only 2 months and Karey Michelle Photography did a wonderful job capturing all the beautiful details of the day!

The following Southern California wedding vendors contributed to Jeshica and Brian’s wedding:

Photographer – Karey Michelle Photography \ Event Planner – Bellisimo Events \ Reception Venue and Catering – Shutters on the Beach \ Floral – An Elegant Thorn \ Shoes – Toms

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Real Weddings: Rebecca + Travis

Christen — Wed, 25 Jan 2012 13:00:15 +0000

There’s something so cozy about a wedding in the woods and something so classic about a wedding on the water. Rebecca and Travis’ Maine wedding at Migis Lodge was a blend of classic and cozy with pretty and elegant details. After their ceremony on picturesque Lake Sebago, everyone moved over to the lodge for dinner, dancing, and Rebecca’s surprise for Travis: a Ben & Jerry’s ice cream cart! Little did Rebecca know that Travis had a surprise for her as well at the end of the night: a gorgeous fireworks display by Central Maine Pyrotechnics. Such a sweet wedding with gorgeous photos by Spring Smith Studios!

The following Maine wedding vendors contributed to Rebecca and Travis’ wedding:

Photography – Spring Smith Studios \ Ceremony Venue – Migis Lodge \ Floral and linens – Dutch Bloemen Winkel \ Invitations – Paper Cut Industries Menus – Designs by Adj \ Gown – Marisa Bridal, purchased from Madeleine’s Daughter in Portsmouth, NH \ Bridesmaids – Bill Levkoff \ Hair and makeup – Jewlz Beyond Hair \ Bride’s Rings – Tacori \ Groom’s ring – Andrew Nyce Designs \ Headpiece – Inspriations Bridal \ Shoes – Ann Taylor\ Suit – Banana Republic \ Catering and bakery – Migis Lodge \ Music – Sweet Tooth & the Sugar Babies \Fireworks – Central Maine Pyrotechnics

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Real Weddings: Lauren + Matt

Ami — Tue, 24 Jan 2012 13:00:25 +0000

I love this dress, I love this dress, I love this dress! Annnd, now that that’s out of the way… I love the rest of Lauren and Matt’s fabulous wedding too! As a child, Lauren visited The Granary with her father for pottery workshops, and she knew that The Granary and the intimate town of New Harmony, Indiana was the perfect place to celebrate the beginning of her and Matt’s life together. The couple included many personal touches in their wedding and had lots of help from friends and family. Lauren’s lifelong neighbor made the cakes, Lauren created all of the paper goods, and her something old, borrowed, and blue was a pendant worn by her great-grandmother, grandmother, and mother in their weddings. All of these little details (and that gorgeous dress!) make this wedding so beautiful and special! Thanks to Simply Jessie Photography for sharing!

The following Chicago wedding vendors contributed to Lauren and Matt’s wedding:

Venue – The Granary, New Harmony, IN \ Photography – Simply Jessie Photography* \ Gown – Watters Austin \ Bridesmaids – J Crew \ Floral – Golden Rose, Inc. \ Catering – Yesterday’s – Carmi, IL \ DJ – Rick Dobbs – Khaotic Productions \ Hair – Beaux Cheveux \ Menswear – Kenneth Cole Reaction

*Simply Jessie 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.

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