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Pink LA Wedding

April 8, 2015 Leave a Comment

We are going pink today with this gorgeously stunning Los Angeles Wedding. We are talking breathtaking ocean views, an elegant venue, a beautiful couple, and of course all the fabulous pink details. With Pop the Champagne coordinating this pretty soirée, we know it is going to an amazing wedding. All we can say is crazy gorgeous, crazy fabulous and crazy chic. Lovely images from Dana Sabre and we are browsing these images more than once. Enjoy wedding wednesday!

From Pop the Champagne…

When I first met Jenn, she said, I want my colors to be pink and sparkle! I knew this couple would be a blast to work with and their wedding would be full of fun and personality.
The pops of hot pink added some fun but stayed classy against a mostly black, white and silver color scheme. The centerpiece of the décor was definitely the gorgeous flowers! Commerce Flowers put together really glamorous pieces with lots of bling. The ceremony site at Terranea is pretty as it is, but Commerce decked out the space and took it to the next level. Jenn and Matt love New Orleans so we incorporated some fun details to reflect the city. Their signature drink was “His and Her-Ricanes” and they had a traditional New Orleans style brass band for cocktail hour.

From the bride…

The wedding of Jennifer Roth and Matthew Lifson, May 31, 2014 Terranea Resort, Racho Palos Verdes CA We decided to get married in Los Angeles where we live, but really wanted the weekend to feel like a vacation somewhere far away. Our families are from Dallas and Minneapolis, but we wanted all guests, even those from LA to have a true getaway where everyone could celebrate and relax together. Terranea was absolutely perfect – it is 45 minutes from our home but feels like a million miles away. Our ceremony was on a cliff’s edge overlooking the Pacific and I was praying to weather gods that the famous June gloom wouldn’t set in and thankfully we had a perfect blue sky throughout! Matt and I also LOVE New Orleans, so we hired a New Orleans Jazz band for our cocktail hour and made special, New Orleans-themed specialty cocktails including the “His and Herricane” and “The Frenchman” The colors for the day were White, Hot Pink and a little glitter thrown in for good measure. The bride wore a stunning Maggie Sottero dress and spectacular Swarovski Crystal Giuseppe Zanotti shoes. We opted to have a black tie wedding at this gorgeous venue, but wanted the event to be anything but stuffy! We love to have fun and wanted to make sure that everyone enjoyed a great party, with great music (90’s hip hop and R&B a must) and drinks aplenty! Everything about the reception was just amazing- our DJ was fantastic, the food was incredible and Matt’s brother gave a toast – or rather a roast- that just brought the house down! We even ended the night with tons of Krispie Kremes for the guests – the perfect ending to the perfect day.

Vendors:

Photography: Dana Sabre

Venue: Terranea Resort
Coordination: Pop the Champagne

Flowers: Commerce Flowers

Catering: Terranea Resort
Ceremony Music: String Trio by Ryan Owen
Cocktail Music: MudBug Brass
Reception DJ: Showcase DJ

Hair: Hair by Kelly Demoz

Make up:Makeup by Caren

Lighting: Stage Labs

Wedding Cake: Great Dane Bakery

Videographer: DP Weddings

Filed Under: General, Real Weddings Tagged With: Dana Sabre, LA wedding, Oceanviews, Pink wedding, Pop the Champagne, real wedding, sparkle, Terranea Resort, wedding coordination

Litchfield Plantation Wedding

March 25, 2015 Leave a Comment
Excuse us while we swoon over this gorgeous plantation wedding. We are in love with this intimate wedding of only 10 guests, the fabulous couple who’s style is beyond amazing, and all the pretty wedding details. We do not even know where to start with this wedding introduction. Each and every image has us glued to our computer screens. Is it possible to love ALL the wedding details? Its way to hard to choose one detail to talk about. But we have to talk about at least SOME of the details. The lovely flower crown is absolutely stunning, the ceremony site is super romantic, and that dessert table is beyond amazing. Can we please taste each of those desserts? We have to talk about this couple, who look like super models by the way. Right? We love their wedding look from head to toe. The dress, the suit, and the shoes, are all perfect. Pasha Belman Photography did a fantastic job in capturing the lovely moments of this couple and their wedding. We can totally write a novel about this wedding, but without boring you too much with the words, we think its best to browse the images for yourself and see why we are so obsessed.

From the Gigi Noelle Events…

I first met with this sweet couple when they came to visit Litchfield Plantation, which is in Pawley’s Island, SC, when they were looking for a wedding venue. I instantly knew I would love working with them when Robertas informed me that his bride to be spoke little English, but that he would be able to share her vision of her dream wedding.Only 10 guests were to be in attendance and all were from other countries. During our first meeting with the couple we chatted about which vendors would be a perfect fit! We are very fortunate to have a Russian photographer in Myrtle Beach and we knew Pasha Belman and his wife would not only be able to communicate and understand their vision but could create beautiful and amazing pictures. Our second thought was to find a Russian priest to conduct the ceremony. Unfortunately, this was not to be, although we did find a minister, who with a few short lessons online, was able to speak a part of the ceremony in their native language. This was a special surprise for their parents, who spoke very little English but were able to understand when their children said “I do”!It was very important for Polinas to have her bridal bouquet match a silk bouquet her Mother had made. Little did we know that when we created a bouquet filled with fragrant peonies and beautiful roses that it would perfectly match the Ukrainian headpiece her mother brought along with her custom design wedding gown from Russia.

Designing for the couple was easy. They loved The Plantation because of the 240 year history, the dreamy landscape and the quietness of the rice fields. Polinas asked for something romantic, soft, vintage and very pretty. We knew instantly that we would need to include lots of beautiful flowers, a gorgeous tablescape and lots of candles. With such a breathtaking venue, we knew that we could only enhance it.A tent frame was erected and then draped with sheer white fabric. Polinas love of candlelight and caf? lighting added to the ambiance. A round table with 10 chevre chairs was placed under a crystal chandelier. We added beautiful flowers in soft shades of pink and cream, pink and gold candleholders, birdcages and designer china and crystal. Menu cards were tucked into the linen napkins. On the front side the menu was listed in English and on the back side in Russian.A dessert table was designed with both a traditional wedding cake and a traditional Ukrainian cake specially ordered for the occasion. Although the table featured a silver tea service, the couple provided a silver Russian samovar (tea urn). The family also provided a variety of Russian candies and cookies featuring Oreshki, a cookie baked in a walnut mold, filled with Dulce de leche and traditional wedding spice cookies. Many shouts of “Gorko, Gorko” were heard throughout the night signaling that the bride and groom must kiss!The couple ended the night by dancing to “Unforgettable”, by Nat King Cole under a crystal chandelier hung in a 300 year old oak tree overlooking the rice marsh. Robertas translated for Polinas the feelings she was unable to verbalize in English. She said that the night had been magical and dreamlike with everything she imagined making the memories of the night “Unforgettable”!

Vendors:

Venue: Litchfield Plantation

Wedding and Event Planner: Gigi Noelle Events

Photography: Pasha Belman Photography

Hair Stylist: Ami Creations

Caterer: Creative Catering

Cake Designer: Croissants Bistro and Bakery

DJ: Paul Matthews Entertainment

Videography: Reel Weddings

Filed Under: General, Real Weddings Tagged With: Litchfield Plantation, Pasha Belman Photography, plantation wedding, real wedding, Russian wedding, South Carolina, wedding

Georgia Barn Wedding

March 23, 2015 1 Comment

I will always be a fan of the barn wedding. I am no country girl, but I love myself a barn wedding. This wedding’s venue is not the only detail I have fallen in love with. This couple is absolutely adorable! I can not handle how pretty the bride’s lace gown is, and those cowboy boots? Oh my goodness, just perfect compliment to the whole bridal look. I can not forget the groom, who is looking dapper in his tan blazer, dark jeans, and cowboy boots. Together, these two love birds are a perfect match. Oh, and I can not forget about that cookie cake. Its so cute! Monday never looked so pretty, and the photographs by Brandy Angel Photography are beautiful.

From the bride…

We met on a plane…I was his flight attendant, he was headed to Texas to see some friends. Little did he know that’d be the trip of his lifetime! He tried to get my attention a few times, and I made casual conversation but was more focused on working. Finally when I had a break, I went to the back of the plane to sit down. He asked me to sit down and watch Duck Dynasty with him. So, I did, and that was it! 20 minutes later we were both smitten, and 2 weeks later he took me out on our first date. We just clicked and knew right off the bat this was “it”. 8 months later he proposed and 6 months after that we got married! What a wonderful whirlwind the past year & a half has been.

Our wedding was near Athens, Georgia in a cute barn. Antique Acres was the name of the venue. When planning our wedding we knew we needed to incorporate my favorite colors, our cowboy boots, and Seth’s beloved coca-cola! We added personal touches such as having cookie cakes because I have always preferred cookies to cake. Everything went together better than we could imagine and it turned out perfectly!

Vendors:

Venue: Antique Acres

Photography: Brandy Angel Photography

Wedding Planner: Ansley Ellington

Hair Stylist: Hailey Bridges

DJ: Nice Guys DJ

Floral Designer: Robin Hoover & Susan Rudder

Caterer: The Master’s Table

Filed Under: General, Real Weddings Tagged With: Antique Acres, barn wedding, bride, cookie cake, DIY, Georgia, Georgia wedding, southern wedding

Citrus State Park Wedding

March 12, 2015 Leave a Comment
A wedding after my Orange County hometown heart. Growing up in Orange County, California, there were so many orange trees all over the town, that you can smell the lovely scent of citrus. I loved that smell as it always put a huge smile on my face. When I received this gorgeous wedding from Jaime Davis Photography, I knew it was going to be amazing. First of all because she is one of my favorite photographers, and secondly because of the beautiful location. Orange trees all around, just like my childhood, and I could not stop smiling after each and every image. The memories came back, and my heart is happy. Enjoy the pretty details from this Citrus State Park wedding. You may need to grab a cup of coffee because I think you will want to browse through the images a few times. I am on my third cup. Yeah its THAT good.

From Jaime Davis Photography…

Chelsea and Justin’s wedding day was located at Citrus State Park in Riverside, California. I was over the moon when I found out the location because I have always wanted to shoot a wedding at an orange grove. This wedding’s location was amazing, but what was even more amazing was the sweet and romantic moments these two shared. Chelsea and Justin exchanged Justin’s grandparent’s wedding bands, and I almost lost it. I teared up at this moment because I love all things that has to do with family history. It was so special and very personable. What an honor to capture such a intimate moment. The rest of the day was a blast while taking photos of the gorgeous couple, family, and friends, and other fun and sweet moments.

I was honored to be apart of Chelsea and Justin’s big day! Congrats XOXO

Filed Under: General, Real Weddings Tagged With: bridal, California, Citrus State Park, Jaime Davis Photography, orange county, Orange grove, Orange trees, real wedding, Riverside, wedding

Vintage Phoenix Wedding

March 9, 2015 Leave a Comment
I am a huge fan of vintage, and I do not think I will ever get bored of it. I think it will always be classic, beautiful, and very romantic style for weddings. So when the first image of this vintage wedding popped onto my computer screen, I knew I wanted to feature it. The first image was of the gorgeous bride and her stunning dress, beautiful bouquet, and killer hair and make up. Each and every image after that had me totally hooked. I love all the pretty details and the venue is the perfect backdrop for this lovely vintage wedding. Enjoy Monday morning with a dose of romance.

From Elmer Escobar Photography…

Last week I had the great opportunity of photographing Vanessa and Jairo’s wedding. A few months back I had flown in to Tucson to shoot his brother’s wedding (seen at www.elmerescobar.com) so it was a really great feeling to be invited back for Vanessa and Jairo’s wedding. We met up at Whispering Tree Ranch in Phoenix. Vanessa was finishing up getting ready so in the meantime we took her dress, shoes, rings, and jewelry out to have them featured. One thing I am adamant about is that if you put so much thought behind every detail (and Vanessa absolutely did), then there should be a time allocated in the day to capture all of them. Once we were done photographing them and she was in her dress, we took a few minutes to photograph her in her dress. Again, if she put thought and effort into it, I want to make sure she has photos of it. But of course, eventually it was time for the ceremony. But not before Jairo getting a little bit of a preview. Not visually, but he could at least touch his bride. It wouldn’t be until she was being walked down the aisle by her father that he would see her in her dress. It was a beautiful heartfelt ceremony, and the reception was just as special. With friends and family coming in from all around the country (and some from out of the country). Thank you Vanessa and Jairo for letting me be there for your special day. I wish you nothing but happiness in your new journey together!

Filed Under: General, Real Weddings Tagged With: bride, Elmer Escobar Photography, groom, Phoenix wedding, real wedding, vintage, Vintage Wedding venue, Whispering Tree Ranch

North Carolina Winter Wedding Styled Shoot

March 2, 2015 Leave a Comment
Before we bid adieu to winter and say hello to Spring in a few weeks, we wanted to squeeze in one more gorgeous winter wedding and share all its pretty details. This styled shoot is all about elegance, class, and beauty. The stunning venue, the breathtaking flowers, and the bride and groom make this winter wedding shoot super chic. With the fabulous talent of Alexanders Studios, the images has us swooning. If you are still feeling the winter season, then warm up with a cup of coffee or tea and enjoy this Southern Winter wedding.

About the Styled Shoot from Alexanders Studios…

The dry grasses are not dead for me. A beautiful form has as much life at one season as another. -Henry David Thoreau

Though spring delivers beams of hope and renewal, the long winter that proceeds it can often bear down on our souls with dreary gray monotony – unless we have love. Love has no season. It is impermeable by cold or heat. In fact, some may argue it gains strength through the winter, when it is the sole source of gladness and warmth. The stark white, silver, and gray of winter is warmed by just a sprinkle of red love, and this styled shoot captures that contrast.The bride and groom models in this shoot are real-life sweethearts. Their romance has been one of budding beauty. When the bride model moved from her cold home state last year, she ventured into a renewed life in North Carolina that surprised her with warmth and love. From the groom model: “In February of 2014, she moved from the frozen wasteland of Wisconsin and started visiting Church. That first Sunday she attended was the first time that I was leading worship for the service. As she walked through the doors and saw me up on stage, she had an overwhelming feeling that this was the person she had been looking for her whole life.”

As we shot photos of this sweet couple, the bitter cold winds of winter blew through the leafless trees. Intermittent bursts of sunshine warmed our bodies, but the love between these two sweethearts warmed their souls. Sharing their love on camera encouraged the groom model to reminisce about his first encounter with his beloved. “As she walked up the stairs and I saw her for the first time, I was struck by how beautiful she was…I was convinced that if there was anyone in the world that I could love, it was her.” It was as if he had experienced a glimpse of spring in her beauty, and he could not go back to living in a loveless winter. “As our interest grew in each other, I began looking for an opportunity to talk to her dad, to ask him for permission to date his daughter,” the groom model explained.“We have simply fallen deeper and deeper in love with each passing day. We are so excited to see how the Lord will work in our lives together in the future, for we know thatGod orchestrated our relationship from the start.”Where summer’s heat drives us to shed heavy layers, the cold of winter beckons us to add more…more lace…more fur…more texture… in order to compensate for winter’s starkness. The fur stole the bride wore in this shoot makes one warmer just by gazing at it.

The dark red flowers in her bouquet add life to the wintery surroundings. The texture of the jewels add another layer of beauty. Even the detailed antique china warms the dining space in a way that the simplicity of summer cannot convey. And, of course, the closeness of the couple encourages warmth of body and spirit.Winter does not deliver an absence of warmth or love…it is actually the ideal season for more! With warm touches of red, textured pieces, and layers of luxury, this styled shoot shows how love can warm the coldest of hearts.

Vendors:

Photography: Alexanders Studios

Venue: Chateau Bellevie

Event Planner: Galej Events

Jewelry: Gemma Jewels

Invitations: Greatest Story Weddings

Make up Artist: Julie Robbins Makeup

Hair: Wedding Hair by Liz

Cake: Ambrosia Cake Creations

Flowers: North Raleigh Florist

Bridal Dress: Savvi Formalwear

Filed Under: General, Real Weddings Tagged With: Alexanders Studios, bride, groom, North Carolina wedding, photography, red colors, Southern, Styled wedding shoot, winter, winter wedding

Dr. Who Themed Wedding

February 27, 2015 1 Comment
I am totally nerding out right now. This wedding is Dr. Who inspired, and I am kind of freaking out. I just finished watching the series, and I am now totally obsessed with the show. So, when this wedding came through my inbox, I jumped out of my chair and did a small scream. I really can not choose which detail I love the most, but I have to say that I absoulty love the ring box. Its a TARDIS! Oh my goodness, my Dr. Who nerdiness is in full gear right now, along with my wedding loving heart. Bonnallie Brodeur – Photographe did a fantastic job capturing the amazing moments from this fabulous wedding. If you love Dr. Who as much as I do, then you will not want to miss this one!

From Bonnallie Brodeur – Photographe…

Émilie and Bobby are inseperable. They met while they were in school and haven’t left each other’s side since then. They have become best friends, confidantes, accomplices, and soul mates. They are crazy about each other, it is all over Émilie’s smile and all over Bobby’s eyes.They chose to celebrate their love last May in an intimate way but very much original. They chose a Dr. Who theme and their wedding at the beautiful Pont Couvert in La Conception was more than charming. As the ceremony and reception were both being held at the same place, the newlyweds (especially Émilie) had thought of spreading around the place many DIY little details accordingly with their theme. Needless to say we totally cracked!The lovebirds had decided to proceed with their couple session prior to the ceremony in order to capture that first look in a more personal fashion. And boy did it work! When they saw each other for the first time, there was clearly admiration on their faces. Bobby insisted he take a look at Émilie from every possible angle. It was nice to see and they were both stunning.The ceremony was particularly touching as many relatives wished to say a few words to the newlyweds. At the exact moment Émilie was about to say “I do”, torrential rain began to fall, spreading a little bit of a panic among the guests. Everyone quickly grabbed their chair and took it inside. Émilie could then say the most important words of her life and finally marry Bobby!Another emotional moment was when the couple discovered the wedding cakes. These masterpieces made by the bride’s father were simply astonishing to anyone who would lay eyes on them.

Vendors:

Photographer: Bonnallie Brodeur – Photographe

Venue: Le Pony Couvert

Groomsmen Attire: Bovet

Caterer: Las Olas

Dress Designer: Marina Vintage

DJ: Richard B.

Filed Under: General, Real Weddings Tagged With: bridal, canada wedding, Dr. Who, Dr. Who themed wedding, Pont Couvert, Quebec wedding, Tardis, wedding

Hotel Del Coronado Wedding

February 18, 2015 Leave a Comment
Hollywood’s most anticipated evening is approaching a few days away. An evening where you will find all the movie stars, and celebrities coming together to celebrate last year’s best movies. The Oscars is this Sunday and we can not wait! In celebration of Oscar’s night, we are excited to share this exquisite wedding at a historic hotel where many movie stars made an appearance and stayed for a night or two. The famous Hotel Del Coronado located in San Diego, California is a legendary oceanside venue offering some of the most amazing features. Its old world charm and its incredible ocean-views is what has many visiting, including us! We love this hotel and all its beauty. You can imagine how beautiful this wedding is when it is set in such a historic and iconic location. With a lovely ceremony on the lawn with the ocean as its backdrop, and a ballroom with the most stunning chandeliers, paired with a gorgeous couple, this wedding is classic and elegant. All the details has us swooning at each and every image. Captured by ABM Wedding Photography, this wedding is worth a standing ovation. Just like the Oscars evening, it deserves an award for most beautiful seaside wedding.

Let us know which detail you love the most!

From ABM Wedding Photography…

These two lovebirds met at the tender age of 15! Through all of the ups and downs of High School, these two made it through. One of the things they love as much as each other is Coronado! It is one of the places they enjoyed frequenting for day trips so it made so much sense to them to chose Coronado as the place for their big day! What a beautiful place for a start to a new beginning.

Vendors:

Photography: ABM Wedding Photography

Venue: Hotel Del Cornado

DJ: Choice Entertainment

Flowers: Organic Elements

Filed Under: General, Real Weddings Tagged With: ABM Wedding Photography., Beachside wedding, bride, Coronado Island, groom, Hotel Del Coronado, real wedding, San Diego Wedding

San Pedro, California Wedding

February 4, 2015 Leave a Comment
When you have a wedding as pretty as this one, it is hard to choose which images to share. The photographs from Your Lovely Wedding are simply stunning, and each and every image is pure gorgeousness. This beautiful bride and her groom have really won our wedding loving hearts. Their wedding speaks to us with all its lovely details. We can not help but swoon at the breathtaking bride and her maids, the handsome groom and his men, the unbelievable views from the ceremony site, the personal touches found throughout, and the most beautiful florals. We love how this couple incorporated some fun details into their wedding. It is one of the happiest days, so why not add a bit of silly? We especially love the money crown made for the groom, and the men hoisting him up like the King that he is. Just an overall amazing wedding and we are so excited to share this one with you. Spend today browsing the amazing images of a wedding which has us swooning for days.

We love to hear from you! Tell us your favorite detail of this wedding in the comments below.

From Your Lovely Wedding…

Photographed in San Pedro and Averill Park. It was an unforgettable experience to share this day with the beautiful couple Christina and Arnold. The Bridal Party wedding preparations took place at the Masonic Lodge with breathtaking views everywhere you looked. While the views were amazing it was Christina and Arnold who stole the show! They looked simply stunning. This was one of the classiest weddings you will ever see. It was a fantastic event full of love and fun. Thank you for making us a part of your special day. Congratulations on your beautiful wedding and blessings in your new marriage!

Filed Under: General, Real Weddings Tagged With: Averill Park, bride, groom, real wedding, San Pedro, wedding

Italian American Wedding: Gavi, Italy

February 2, 2015 Leave a Comment
If you watched the Super Bowl, you may still be talking about the crazy ending of the game, (I know I am!). The talk of the week will be about that game for all of us football or sports fans. But in the meantime, I am currently distracted by something even more amazing and worth talking about. What can I say? I will always be a lover of Italian weddings. Maybe it is because my family lives in Lucca, Italy and it holds a special place in my heart. Or perhaps it is due to the stunning and breathtaking Italian surroundings that makes my heart go pitter patter. Whatever the reason, I love Italian weddings, and thats that. Today’s wedding has me falling in love with Italy all over again. I can not even begin to describe this gorgeous wedding as there are so many pretty details. I think its best if you view the stunning images from Andrea Weddings, and see why I am so obsessed. Enjoy and Happy Monday!

From Andrea Weddings...

I was lucky enough to photograph the beautiful wedding of Julie and Deneb, the sweet Italian American union as I called it. It took place in Gavi, Italy, located in the Piemonte region not far from the fashion hub of Milan. The wedding wedding was called L’ Ostelliere, which operates a hotel, restaurant, and winery alongside its rolling vineyards in which it makes its own wine.

Besides the gorgeous views in every direction, there were so many lovely details I wanted to share. Specifically lots of DIY (though still glamorous) touches: from the dress handmade by the brides mother; the ceremony the bride’s father officiated; to the music during the ceremony, apertivo hour, and party, with musician friends of both the bride and groom performing. However, quite possibly the best part included a candle-lit walk through an 18th century wine cellar; simply stunning. The evening ended with a rock band in which the groom was the drummer, rockin’ tunes into the wee hours of the night outside the rolling hills.

Vendors:

Photographer: Andrea Weddings

Filed Under: General, Real Weddings Tagged With: Andrea Weddings, bride, destination wedding, DIY bride, Gavi, groom, Italian American, Italian wedding, italy