This Amethyst gown is the perfect accessory to this fall Pip
A few months ago I mentioned on instagram that Pippin Hill in Charlottesville was my favorite wedding venue in the world. That\'s a big deal. Because ...
15-10-2018 21:46
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Shimmering Candlelit Prairie Wedding At Pear Tree Estate
If you\'re a romantic at heart (and who isn\'t, really...), if you love candlelight as far as the eye can see, and you\'re a sucker for father-of-the-...
15-10-2018 21:46
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Same Sex Vineyard Engagement Photo Shoot
We are so SO excited to share this photo turned engagement shoot of Instagram\'s most adorable pair, Allie & Sam. If you don\'t know them from Ins...
14-10-2018 21:46
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Neutral and Classic Virginia Wedding at the Clifton Inn
For our timeless-neutral-loving couples, we\'ve got just the wedding for you. Our hearts are melting with this super sweet outdoor summer wedding in V...
14-10-2018 21:46
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Colorful Summer Wedding at the Chesapeake Bay Maritime Museu
Amy and Ben\'s wedding day was the equivalent of a scoop of your favorite ice cream on a warm summer day: just right. This outdoor, brilliantly colorf...
13-10-2018 21:48
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Intimate Destination Wedding in Tuscany
Do you ever find yourself swooning over complete strangers\' wedding films" Confession: we do this all the time. The thing about wedding films is...
13-10-2018 21:48
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Watching the Sunrise in Ostuni With a Stunning Honeymoon Sho
Honeymoons are truly the best. They\'re a time to slow down and bask in all that newly married happiness. Couple that with a vacation in one of the mo...
12-10-2018 21:48
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A Bright and Airy Nursery with a Touch of Whimsy
We could probably tour sweet nurseries for the rest of our days and never, ever get sick of it. They\'re just so dang magical and this latest installm...
12-10-2018 21:48
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Carmel California Wedding Where The Mountains Meet The Sea
Three very short months ago, Charles and Kat traveled to the west coast to be married at the Tehama Golf Club in a charming outdoor ceremony where, as...
12-10-2018 21:48
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A Positano Wedding that Will Turn You into a Destination Bri
Next to tiny weddings and sheer wedding dresses, destination celebrations are by far the most popular trend on SMP. And guess what" This gorgeous...
12-10-2018 21:48
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Elegant Garden Wedding at the Chicago Botanic Garden
I think this wedding is the very reason that the outdoor, California vibe became so popular amongst the most stylish of couples. Because there is just...
11-10-2018 21:49
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A Peony Lovers Dream Wedding Celebration at the St. Louis Ar
This is a wedding that will warm your heart and wow you in one fell swoop. Stephanie and Mitch were married this past June and celebrated the day at t...
11-10-2018 21:49
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Whimsical Tropical Destination Wedding in Sunny Turks and Ca
Shealynn and Ross were married in Sunny Turks and Caicos this past March. Their whimsical wedding weekend was filled with the memories that dreams are...
10-10-2018 21:47
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Turning a Tired, Mismatched Dining Room Into Something Gorge
I am in the thick of planning a dining room makeover for the Fall One Room Challenge and we are all ready in week 2! How is that even possible" I...
10-10-2018 21:47
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Como Anniversary Session Three Years Later At Villa D?Este
Do you remember this wedding" A California affair infused with personality, culture and the sweetest Bride and Groom. Fast forward three years an...
10-10-2018 21:47
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Modern Inspiration Infused With the Prettiest Shades of Blue
Blue and white is a classic combo that proves time and again it looks gorgeous together whether decorating a home or laying the foundation for a moder...
10-10-2018 21:47
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When Bright Color and Whimsy Define Your Wedding Day Style
I have known Andre & Sofia - the pair behind destination photography, floral and event design studio Branco Prata - for many years. I originally ...
09-10-2018 21:43
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Meet in the Middle! A Destination Wedding in New Orleans at
Looking for a super-cool stateside destination wedding spot" With a motto of "laissez les bon temps rouler? (that\'s Cajun-speak for let the...
09-10-2018 21:43
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Emotion Packed Wedding at a Philly Greenhouse
So many couples nowadays are looking for a really unique wedding venue. It can make the experience incredibly fun for all your guests. Yesterday we we...
09-10-2018 21:43
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Sophisticated Ireland Castle Wedding at Adare Manor
This is just one of those weddings that everyone will love. Because it\'s beautiful. Because the smiles are real. Because you can feel a sense of quie...
09-10-2018 21:43
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Fashion Industry Experts Tie the Knot at Rancho Bernardo Inn
The second you dive into this romantic garden wedding, it will be apparent that the Bride and Groom know their fashion. Both having worked at Ralph La...
09-10-2018 21:43
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From the Welcome Party to the Day After, This is a Perfect W
For a Bride and Groom that are wanderlusters through and through, a destination wedding was a must. But this Italian affair is so much more. Feast you...
09-10-2018 21:43
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Head to Toe Blueprints for Styling a Classic Themed Wedding
Classic. It\'s a word that has so many meanings. Rooted in tradition. Built around etiquette. Ceremony. Simplicity. Having written about and been a pa...
07-10-2018 21:44
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El Chorro in Arizona is the Perfect Backdrop for this Weddin
If ever there was an inspiration shoot that you could translate so completely and seamlessly into a wedding, it would be this gorgeous little number f...
07-10-2018 21:44
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How to Maintain #RelationshipGoals During Wedding Planning
Anyone who has ever been through planning a wedding knows it is no easy feat. Orchestrating a million and one details, pressure from family, blowing t...
06-10-2018 21:46
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A Classic Affair Set Against the Beauty of Monarch Beach Res
Set against the picture perfect beauty of Monarch Beach Resort, this affair is the true definition of a California classic. Blush colored blooms by Fl...
06-10-2018 21:46
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Creating a Modern Garden Masterpiece at Millwick Loft in DTL
Garden weddings don\'t usually come to mind when dreaming up a Downtown Los Angeles wedding but this gem designed by So Happi Together is proving that...
05-10-2018 21:45
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Ditch the Orange This Halloween For a Spooky Swan Soiree
Blushing pink tutus are made spooky with this adorable rendition of a Halloween celebration crafted by Fable & Moon Events, with florals by Sally ...
05-10-2018 21:45
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Elegant Olive Grove Wedding in Costa Navarino, Greece
We ooh and ahh over wedding submissions all day long (oh what a tough life we lead ;) The days we love the most, are the days we open a submission tha...
05-10-2018 21:45
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The Most Beautiful Vows Ever at The Excelsior in Pennsylvani
I wish I had a way to properly tell you how much I love this wedding. It\'s the twinkle in her eye, her leather jacket. It\'s his sweet smile and the ...
05-10-2018 21:45
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The 9 Most Loved, On Trend Bridal Hairstyles For 2018
I believe that I am responsible for the messy bun trend. I\'m serious! And for those of you that just spit out their coffee, hear me out. I got marrie...
04-10-2018 21:48
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This Chase Park Plaza Affair Was Coined the Royal Wedding of
When you share a wedding date with Meghan + Harry, it\'s a given that your Big Day will forever be coined "The Royal Wedding of St. Louis". ...
04-10-2018 21:48
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Emotional Outdoor Wedding at Sarah P. Duke Gardens
You know we love a beautifully styled wedding! From the bride\'s intricate lace gown by Tre Bella, to the rich jewel tones in the gorgeous garden bloo...
04-10-2018 21:48
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A Mountaintop Engagement in Norway That Will Take Your Breat
With portraits that could pass as paintings and the MOST incredible views of the Fjords of Norway, this engagement is sure to take your breath away. T...
03-10-2018 21:43
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The Villa at Sunstone Inspired This Couple?s Wedding Style
Sunstone Villa weddings are no strangers to anyone who frequents the pages of SMP! Sunstone - the vineyards and boutique winery - has become one of th...
03-10-2018 21:43
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Follow Along as We Overhaul a Dining Room in Six Short Weeks
We have been huge fans of The One Room Challenge for a long time (read: obsessed) and we are soooo beyond excited to be participating in this Fall cha...
03-10-2018 21:43
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Belmond Hotel Caruso is the Prettiest Spot on the Amalfi Coa
After getting engaged in Ireland, this Bride and Groom set their sights on Italy for a true alfresco wedding experience. And if dining under a sea of ...
03-10-2018 21:43
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Bringing a Chic, Modern Aesthetic to Playa del Carmen?s Blue
When you travel the globe as destination wedding photographers, how do you decide where to host your very own Destination wedding" That choice w...
02-10-2018 21:46
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Why You Should Consider a Boudoir Shoot Before The Big Day
This romantic photo shoot designed by Poco Uno and held at Sydney\'s The Rift Estate is not only serving up inspiration for an unexpected, rich color ...
02-10-2018 21:46
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Colorful + Whimsical Wedding Done Oh So Right in Phoenix, Ar
We\'ve noticed that there are a lot of colorful weddings going on in the SW regions of the US. And as much as the all-white or blush and neutral weddi...
02-10-2018 21:46
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Sneak a Peek at the Most Gorgeous Backyard Oasis
If you aren\'t quite ready to give up warm weather and alfresco living, feast your eyes on the most gorgeous backyard retreat. Crafted by Molly Wood G...
01-10-2018 21:48
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9 of the Most Romantic, Low Key Ways to Propose Ever
When I was dating my now husband, the most romantic proposal I\'d ever seen was one without any pomp or circumstance. It was from the movie Stepmom (I...
01-10-2018 21:48
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The Most Stunning Telluride Elopement With Only 7 Guests
Surrounded by the Colorado mountains and a handful of the most important people in their lives, Cammy and Chang celebrated their wedding day with the ...
01-10-2018 21:48
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Tour the Cozy + Glamorous Abode That This Family of Six Call
Often times, designers get one shot to completely transform a project, but for Lori Paranjape that rodeo came TWICE. After fully designing and buildin...
01-10-2018 21:48
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Private Vows Before the Real Wedding At Mara Bella Country C
Finding ways to personalize your wedding is one of the top five things we hear when couples share their thoughts on planning their big day. But... wha...
01-10-2018 21:48
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Luxury Al Fresco Wedding in Provence at Hotel Du Castellet
Welcome back to the Little Black Book Blog! Yesterday we featured a wedding film from one of our beloved LBB cinematographers, Chromata Films ~ a Fren...
30-09-2018 21:46
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NFL Star Levine Toilolo Ties The Knot at the Park Hyatt Avia
We are so lucky to have such incredibly talented wedding pros to work alongside at SMP. We never take for granted the steady influx of absurdly beauti...
30-09-2018 21:46
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All White Wedding from a Dream Team of Vendors
We are hanging out with our dear friends and crazy talented photographers, The McCunes, for one of the more luxury filled days we\'ve ever had here on...
30-09-2018 21:46
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Luxury Wedding on the French Riviera at Cap Estel
I have to admit that the first time I watched the film that we\'re sharing today, I was spellbound. Capturing a full destination wedding weekend and s...
29-09-2018 21:46
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Why Destination Engagement Sessions are Kind of Everything
I originally spotted this Engagement session through a video on instagram that popped into my feed. I was entirely and completely mesmerized. While I\...
29-09-2018 21:46
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The 10 Commandments to Having a Budget-Friendly Wedding YOUR
Planning a wedding is stressful on SO many levels. From living up to the Pinterest wedding in your dreams to finding the YOU in a world (and a blog) t...
29-09-2018 21:46
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Baby on the Way" Try This 15 Minute Total-Body Workout
On the hunt for a simple and safe prenatal workout" The ladies of Tone It Up have you covered. With a baby girl on the way, Katrina is dishing on...
28-09-2018 21:48
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All Out Romance at a Villa Overlooking Lake Como
When the Groom sets his sights on the perfect wedding venue before he even proposes, you just know that spot has got to be drop dead gorgeous. And Vil...
28-09-2018 21:48
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Breathtaking Engagement Session in the Dolomite Mountains
There are two kind of major things about this stunning anniversary shoot. First, that backdrop. The Dolomite Mountains. Holy gorgeous. Sidenote - whil...
28-09-2018 22:11
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Summer Wedding Romance at Park Chateau Estate Brimming With
The day dawns and you realize it\'s your wedding day! You\'re surrounded by those you love dearly. You are about to marry the man of your wildest drea...
28-09-2018 21:48
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Intimate Vancouver Wedding Ceremony in Queen Elizabeth Park
From the Wedding Planner, Honour & Blessing Events... Dorothy and Eric reside in New Jersey but decided to celebrate their love story in Vancouver...
27-09-2018 21:45
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Why it?s OKAY to ?Do You? on Your Wedding Day
As legend has it, traditionally "bridesmaids" were meant to protect the bride from those trying to steal her dowry while walking through the...
27-09-2018 21:45
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Four Seasons Dubai Middle Eastern Celebration
I\'ve seen it written so many times...you\'re wedding is about you. In face, I\'m pretty sure I\'ve written that very saying myself a dozen or so time...
27-09-2018 21:45
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Ristorante Del Cambio ~ Italian Wedding Romance in Turin
Italy. A land filled with incredible history, indelible charm and a beauty that will capture your heart forever. It\'s on almost everyone\'s bucket li...
26-09-2018 21:48
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A French Backdrop, an Oscar de La Renta Gown and Peonies for
If I had a wedding wish list, or a wedding bucket list of some kind, I\'m pretty sure that this gorgeous celebration would far exceed anything I could...
26-09-2018 21:48
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Wente Vineyards California Wedding with Sweet Style
This is the style of wedding that gave SMP a name in the world of weddings. Classic but romantic. chic but approachable. And while we celebrate so man...
26-09-2018 21:48
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Step Inside an Austin Home That Pairs Cozy Neutrals With Loa
If you are a sucker for warm neutrals, perfectly edited closets and the best vintage rugs, get ready to fall head over heels in 3, 2, 1. Anastasia Cas...
26-09-2018 21:48
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Wedding Invitations + Calligraphy: Define Your Stationery St
We know you know... Your wedding invitation sets the stage for your wedding. It\'s the first glimpse your guests will hold in their hot little hands. ...
25-09-2018 21:48
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The Most Elegant Hill Country Wedding at Camp Waldemar
There is a reason black + white is such a classic combo ? it works with any and all styles. From ballroom to rustic, this forever gorgeous color palet...
25-09-2018 21:48
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Blending Vibrant Color and Modern Vibes at One Eleven East
Fall is all about rich hues, but that can also mean a bounty of color. Blending a modern aesthetic with vibrant florals by Color Theory Collective, an...
25-09-2018 21:48
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Crisp White + Peach and Pink Summer Wedding at Appleford Est
When we open up wedding submissions, we\'re always prepared to see something pretty. We\'re alway ready to see happy couples, delightful decor and ven...
25-09-2018 21:48
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How to Create an Unconventional Wedding Look
Not every bride is a white dress, church ceremony, ballroom reception kind of bride. Nope. In fact, these days, most aren\'t. Having planned more then...
24-09-2018 21:50
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Proof That At Home Engagement Sessions Are the Cutest
When you\'re relaxed and comfortable, photo shoots are a million times easier. And what better place to feel relaxed then at home" This Palm Spri...
24-09-2018 21:50
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Turning an Outdated 80?s Home Into a Little Slice of Heaven
At first glance, you would never guess that Valerie Wheeler\'s home used to consist of popcorn ceilings, dark as can be interiors and a mishmash of di...
24-09-2018 21:50
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How to Ditch the Nerves and Get the Best Engagement Photos E
For many of us, our engagement photos are the very first time we\'ve ever "modeled" for a camera. And it\'s terrifying. So what\'s a girl (o...
23-09-2018 21:46
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Blueprints on How to Have a Garden Wedding
When I think about Style Me Pretty and the kinds of weddings that we just naturally gravitate towards...they are usually outdoors, filled with soft pr...
22-09-2018 21:45
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Is Color Officially Replacing Softer Hues for this Season?s
Y\'all. Brace yo\'self. This shoot is definitely going down in the books as one of the single most creative, visually stunning, epically designed shoo...
21-09-2018 21:45
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Metropolitan Building Engagement Session On The Vintage Prop
We don\'t feature a lot of engagement shoots, but when we do, they\'re usually incredible. This one, sent to us by CLY BY MATTHEW Photography was seri...
21-09-2018 21:45
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The Happiest Home Office We?ve Ever Laid Eyes On
Do you know the way to a happy, cozy home office" Melissa Johnson of Best Friends for Frosting does and it all starts with a wall of blush pink g...
21-09-2018 21:45
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Try These 5 Simple Steps to Break Your Phone Addiction
I think it\'s safe to say most of the population has a slight to moderate phone addiction. It\'s usually the first thing we grab in the morning and th...
20-09-2018 21:48
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Elope to Provence! There?s So Much More Than Lavender Fields
Dreaming of a wedding among the lavender fields of Provence" Well... wait one sec. We have some other ideas for you today! There is SO much more...
20-09-2018 21:48
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High Fashion Photo Shoot in Paris Overlooking the Eiffel Tow
Paris is always a good idea; especially when peonies and a pink Marchesa gown are involved. All of that goodness is tucked inside this high fashion co...
20-09-2018 21:48
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Pizza Was the Guest of Honor at This Birthday Bash
First birthdays are a thing to be celebrated and so to is pizza. Combining the best ever food group with an Italian themed birthday, But First, Party!...
19-09-2018 21:48
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Riven Rock Ranch ? A New Texas Hill Country Wedding Venue Th
Riven Rock Ranch is a terrific new event venue nestled in the serene Texas Hill Country. Our vendor team set out to showcase this rustic spot in all i...
19-09-2018 21:48
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Why You Should Have the Engagement Ring Conversation
Confession time. We have met so many women who haven\'t loved their engagement rings and ended up either exchanging it or simply pretending that it wa...
19-09-2018 21:48
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Serendipity + Fate Leads to This Romantic Wedding at Cairnwo
It all began the summer of 2003... Sounds like the perfect intro for a romance novel, right" And although Katy and Hunter\'s romance is a mere fi...
18-09-2018 21:47
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Laundry Rooms So Good, You?ll Beg to Do Laundry
I promise you, if my laundry room looked even close to one of these spaces, I would gladly wash and fold my days away. Some are huge (like first apart...
18-09-2018 21:47
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Intimate Grecian Wedding with 16 Guests at the Beach House A
Looking back at my 200+ person wedding, I probably wouldn\'t change a thing. That said, seeing these exquisitely intimate weddings come across our des...
18-09-2018 21:47
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Planning a Destination Wedding in Italy By Yourself from Cal
From the Bride... Planning our wedding was the most fun, rewarding and exciting project I?ve worked on in my entire life. And now that it?s over, I mi...
17-09-2018 21:45
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Bringing East Coast Hamptons Vibes to a 9-0-2-1-0 Zip Code
Luxe and Beverly Hills go hand in hand but this home tour goes far beyond your average 90210 digs. With the help of Design Works, the space was transf...
17-09-2018 21:45
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A European Inspired Wedding Shoot at New Jersey?s Jardin de
With the feel of a romantic European Garden and the inspiration of "Love Birds", this photo shoot is layered with florals by The Southern Ta...
17-09-2018 21:45
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The Secret to a Pinterest/Instagram Worthy Wedding Photograp
You know those wedding photographs that you see all over the internet" The ones from Pinterest or Insta that get shared and liked a million times...
15-09-2018 22:07
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The Grandeur House Wedding with a Modern Farmhouse Style
Y\'all. This is the first wedding, in ten years, that I felt like the full gallery of photographs told the story FAR better than the post you are abou...
14-09-2018 21:45
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Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort Wedding Where #EastMe
Y\'all know how much we love everything Michael and Anna Costa Photography sends us! But when they share a two-weddings-in-one-day #EastMeetsWest cele...
14-09-2018 21:45
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A Classic Home in the Burbs With Some Serious Edge
Whether you\'re Team Neutral or Team All Out Color, this home designed by Lori Paranjape has a little something for everyone. Buffalo check wallpaper,...
14-09-2018 21:45
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Four Cooking Moments Every Couple Should Learn
I believe that there are certain things in life that every couple should learn before they get married. How to properly make a bed. How to say you are...
13-09-2018 21:44
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A One-derful Summer Themed Birthday
When your mom is a celebrated cookbook author and the healthy eating chef behind Against All Grain, you can bet your birthday is going to include some...
13-09-2018 21:44
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Joyful Wedding at Cannon Green in Charleston
From Kelly Golia Events... If one phrase could sum up Abby and Garrett\'s charming Charleston wedding, it would be "sentimental joy" -- whic...
13-09-2018 21:44
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Firestone Vineyard Wedding With Adorable Little Flower Girls
From the bride... From the beginning of planning our wedding day, my husband and I knew we wanted to get married on a vineyard in California\'s Centra...
13-09-2018 21:44
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San Francisco Wedding at The James Leary Flood Mansion
My husband and I met in San Francisco. Despite having been at the same college, at the same time, it took thousands of miles to find each other. The w...
12-09-2018 21:45
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Ditching the New Build for a Charming Colonial Fixer-Upper
After setting their sights on a custom new build, this city family happened upon their dream house. A charming colonial fixer-upper with loads of pote...
12-09-2018 21:45
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Surprise Proposal at Swan Harbor Plantation
From Hannah Lane Photography... Ainsley and Michael?s proposal was one of the most captivating, love-filled and joyful days that we?ve ever had the pl...
11-09-2018 21:45
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This Kitchen Color is Having a Major Moment?and It?s Not Nav
Move over navy, there\'s a new kitchen cabinet color in town and it is the prettiest shade of dark green. Remember hunter green of 80\'s and 90\'s fam...
11-09-2018 21:45
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New Orlean?s Ogden Museum of Southern Art Weding
I\'m not sure there is a city in the world that can compare to New Orleans. A city that is so rich in history, so alive, so beautifully flawed where s...
11-09-2018 21:45
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Radiant Pops of Red For the Win With This Brooklyn Bash
I\'m all for a good pop of color and these bursts of red are beyond perfect. With a vintage chic vibe, this Brooklyn wedding wows from start to finish...
10-09-2018 21:47
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