wedding

When we picked our wedding colors, my first act was to run up to the ribbon store and buy a big bag of yellow ribbon to match. A dozen or so months later, I didn’t actually have a use in mind for all this trim. So…ribbon wands! They’re not that hard to make and will…

Only a few more weeks to go until the wedding and I still have a lot do. I’m trying my best not to freak out; it’s such cliché. We’re just so busy lately with other fun things! I need to crack down (stop watching the Olympics all the time) and finish these last bits so…

I think the best parts of really expensive shoes are the little bows, poofs and details. Luckily, you don’t have to spend $600 to get that look. My vintage bow shoe clips arrived last week and are more adorable than I expected. I clipped them on the side of my Nordstrom Rack Enzo gold pumps…

This last little bit of wedding planning is driving me nuts! It seems that for every one decision I make, three more questions pop-up. The latest was the choice of wedding music for our ceremony. I chose traditional songs for our amazing pianist friend to play: Cannon in D Major for the processional, Bridal Chorus…

I had my fitting with the vintage lace on the new silk sheath last night. This is the first time I’ve seen the silk and the lace combined and it is so lovely. The lace really comes alive now that is has been cleaned and pressed. I’m so lucky to get to wear my great…

One of the best things I’ve learned from doing wedding photography with Rob is the importance of a big exit at a wedding. Don’t just let your evening wind down…leave with a bang. It’s fantastic for photos and gives your reception a strong conclusion. Sparklers are amazing for this but most venues don’t allow them.…

Reader Anne sent me links to this lovely yellow wedding earlier in the week. It is a primo example of how well yellow can work as an accent color when combined with a neutral, natural palate. Via Style Me Pretty: I, II and III.

Frustratingly, my search for a second wedding outfit continues. I found a dress similar to this from Ted Baker but I’m not that fond of it. For $350, it just doesn’t quite suit my fancy. I have it as a backup, but I’m going to do a mega shopping trip this weekend to see if…

Wedding programs: I’ve usually found them to be a toss piece. Something that I pay little attention to at weddings. But they could be nice, I suppose. I hadn’t planned on making them for our event. But then Jordan offered to do another letterpress run if I changed my mind. And that’s an offer too…

For my bridal party gifts, I had each each bridesmaid pick out their own custom clutch from Red Ruby Rose via Etsy. There are so many lovely fabrics and colors to choose from! They’ve picked the starburst petals, blueprint and peony designs that should arrive in a few weeks. I’ll fill each bag with a…