Washington English Garden Barn Wedding

Washington English Garden Barn Wedding

Becca & Joey’s Floral English Garden’ inspired wedding was held at The Stilly Brook Farm on July 22, 2017 in the beautiful Arlington, WA. This wedding has the perfect bright and sunny décor, which fit perfectly their mid-summer wedding.The ceremony space above the reception hall is the perfect romantic turn of the century barn and the entire day was a dream come true for the new Mr. & Mrs. Hodge.

Washington English Garden Barn Wedding

Washington English Garden Barn Wedding

Washington English Garden Barn Wedding

With the perfect touches of gold and wild flower bouquets.

Lets talk about the bridesmaids, with their flowing yellow gowns and low-buns were on pointe while their favors, a donation to a honey bee sanctuary, completed the garden theme perfectly.

 

Washington English Garden Barn Wedding

Washington English Garden Barn Wedding

Groom Style

Washington English Garden Barn Wedding Becca & Joey's

Washington English Garden Barn Wedding

Washington English Garden Barn Wedding

 

Vendors:

Photography: B. Jones Photography

Venue: Stilly Brook Farm

Bridal Gown: Blue Sky Bridal

Bridesmaids Dresses: David’s Bridal

Make up: Erin Skipley Makeup

Floral: Lorianna Floral Designer

Tuxedos: Men’s Warehouse

Caterer: New York Catering

DJ: Otto-Matic Wedding

Invitations: Wedding Paper Diva’s

 

Arizona Fashionable Wedding

Arizona Fashionable Wedding

Lindsay and Chris created an epic wedding day celebration at the Omni Resort at Montelucia this past spring. From her designer gown, to the beautiful white tulips, this was a regal event to say the least. We can’t get enough of that DRESS!

 

Arizona Fashionable Wedding

Arizona Fashionable Wedding

Arizona Fashionable Wedding

Arizona Fashionable Wedding

Photographer:  Rachel Leintz Photography//Event Venue:Omni Montelucia//Dress Designer:Eve of Milady//Event Planner:KDP Events//Linens and Coverings:La Tavola Fine Linens//Floral Designer:Love Blooms//DJ:Rock You Entertainment//Caterer: Royal Palms Resort and Spa//Cake Designer: Small Cakes Cave Creek//Design and Decor:The Event Co.//

 

Beautiful Outdoor Barn Wedding | Harding & Petrino

Beautiful Outdoor Barn Wedding

Petrino & Harding planned their outdoor barn wedding perfectly & of course the rain was not in their plans. So when the morning of their long-awaited wedding finally came & the skys were gray the beautiful bride stepped into her gown, slipped on her heels and took a deep breath. She then headed down the grassy aisle to start her forever & not one drop of rain fell. When she met the eyes of her groom she saw everything she needed with his love, care & friendship looking back at her & they said their “I Do’s” in front of all of their family & friends that beautiful perfect day.

As they say it’s good luck for rain to come on your wedding day & just as the forecast said it did rain for Harding & Petrino but it held out until reception time. Sometimes you have to make the best out of the unexpected & live in the moment.

These stunning photos from Alicia Ann Photographers shows they did exactly that. The Barns at Wesleyan Hills, Connecticut was the perfect setting for the start of their lives together.

Beautiful Outdoor Barn Wedding

Beautiful Outdoor Barn Wedding

Beautiful Outdoor Barn Wedding

Beautiful Outdoor Barn Wedding

Beautiful Outdoor Barn Wedding

Beautiful Outdoor Barn Wedding

Beautiful Outdoor Barn Wedding

other participating vendors:

Floral: Confetti LLC

Hair & Makeup: Looks by China

DJ: Music in Motion

Bakery: Nora Cupcakes & Wildflour Confectio

Modern Nautical Wedding Inspirational Styled Shoot

Modern Nautical Wedding Inspiration

Planning a seaside soirée? Take a cue from this styled shoot, they totally nailed the nautical theme using cool hues, oyster shell accents and so much …

 

Nautical Wedding Inspiration

Nautical Wedding Inspiration

Nautical Wedding Inspiration

Nautical Wedding Inspiration

Nautical Wedding Inspiration

Modern Nautical Wedding Inspiration

Nautical Wedding Inspiration

Modern Nautical Wedding Inspiration

Nautical Wedding Inspiration

Brandon and Jessica {our models featured here} love adventure. They currently are videographers and have traveled the world together.

Photographer:  Inspiration Photography by Linds//Apparel: Brackish Bowties //Signage: Claire Magnolia//Event Venue: Legacy Lodge at Lake Lanier Islands Resort//Makeup Artist: Lovetta Beauty //Calligrapher: Olive Juice Press//Ring Designer: Staghead Designs//Floral Designer: The Botanical Studio // Floral Design//

Submitted via Two Bright Lights

Lavish Destination Wedding in Mexico | Claudia and Richard

Lavish Destination Wedding in Mexico

We can not get over this amazing venue called Xcaret Park in Riviera Maya, Mexico.  Both the ceremony and reception are lavish and spectacular captured perfectly by Juan Euan.  Thank you Claudia and Richard for sharing your special day with our society!

Destination Wedding in Mexico

How amazing is this pattern on Claudia’s second dress.

Destination Wedding in Mexico

Destination Wedding in Mexico

Destination Wedding in Mexico

Destination Wedding in Mexico

Destination Wedding in Mexico

Destination Wedding in Mexico

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Destination Wedding in Mexico

Destination Wedding in Mexico

Destination Wedding in Mexico

 

Vendors: Photographer:  Juan Euan//Floral Designer:Euforia y Corazón //Event Designer: Eventos Euforia//Dress Designer:Jovani//Dress Designer:Maggie Sottero//Hair Stylist:Styling Trio Riviera Maya//Makeup Artist:Styling Trio Riviera Maya//Event Venue: Xcaret Park//Cake Designer: Zaira Marcos//

Submitted via Two Bright Lights

Airplane Wedding in the Sky

Airplane Wedding in the Sky

Love is in the air… on a flight to nowhere! The golden era of travel and the magic of the world’s most experienced airline takes off for the wonderful world of weddings. “Say Hello to Pan Am!” With the timeless décor of the 1970s inflight experience combined with First Class service, the Pan Am Experience brings a couple’s “I Do’s” to a whole new altitude.

Based in Los Angeles at Air Hollywood – the film location for inflight scenes from Bridesmaids, The Wolf of Wall Street, and many more of our favorite movies and television series – founder, Talaat Captan and film & television aviation prop master, Anthony Toth, together launched the Pan Am Experience – a service that promises patrons to “relive the magic of flying onboard a luxurious Pan Am 747.”

Within Air Hollywood’s unique aviation-themed film studio, an exact interior replica of a Pan Am Boeing 747 sits, complete with both the First & Clipper Class Cabins and Pan Am’s famous Upper Deck Dining Room. The airplane is outfitted with all the furnishing of this golden era of travel, including the classical spiral staircase that connects First Class to the Upper Deck as well as all the cabin décor that made the airplane so special, including authentic China, linens, and stemware from Pan Am.

From engagement photos to wedding ceremonies and all those special moments in between, couples on the journey to destination I do can “Expect More From Pan Am” as the Pan Am Experience provides an unforgettable experience on the most important day of their lives.

Pan Am Wedding

Pan Am Wedding

Airplane Wedding

Airplane Wedding

Airplane Wedding

Airplane Wedding

Airplane Wedding

Airplane Wedding

Airplane Wedding

Airplane Wedding

Airplane Wedding

Airplane Wedding

Airplane Wedding

Airplane Wedding

Airplane Wedding

 

Airplane Wedding

Travel Theme Wedding

 

Modern Elegant Canadian Wedding

Modern Elegant Canadian Wedding

Andrea and Nikolas’s gorgeous wedding at the Chatham Armouries was the epitome of a modern, elegant wedding.  From the black tie tuxes to the beautiful Allure bridal gown it was an elegant Canadian affair.  Below are a few of our favorite images from their wedding.

Modern Elegant Canadian Wedding

Modern Elegant Wedding

Modern Elegant Wedding

Modern Elegant Canadian Wedding

Modern Elegant Wedding

Modern Elegant Wedding

Modern Elegant Wedding

Modern Elegant Wedding

Ontario Wedding

Photographer: John Lyons  // Make-Up: Jaclyn Rottier  //  Reception Venue: Chatham Armouries // Flowers: B’s Hive Thamesville  //  Decorator: To Suit Your Fancy // Wedding Dress Designer: Allure  // Wedding Dress Boutique: Nicholas & Elizabeth, London, ON // Disc Jockey: Corbett Productions  //  Videographer: Brightside Films  //  Photo Booth: Photostars, Cambridge

Destination Wedding Florence | Sharlene and Craig

Destination Wedding Florence

We are honored to have the love story of Sharlene and Craig featured today on the Bride Society.  Pretty sure the shoes are my favorite detail, what is yours?

Destination Wedding Venice

Destination Wedding Venice

Destination Wedding Venice

Destination Wedding Venice

Destination Wedding Venice

Destination Wedding Venice

Destination Wedding Florence

Destination Wedding Florence

Destination Wedding Florence

Destination Wedding Florence

 

From the Couple:

There could not be a more beautiful day imagined, with 40 of our nearest and dearest traveling from Melbourne, Australia to share the most magical experience of our lives. It was simplicity meets grandeur combining our decoration with the villa and views. After 10 years Craig and I have shared together, with our love for family, friends, travel, and our engagement in Florence, this day encapsulated everything we ever wanted, needed or dreamed possible.

The original plan was to get married in our home town Melbourne, Australia with a guest list of 120 people. With the venue booked, and plans unfolding, my Grandmother sadly lost her battle to cancer 9 months prior to our wedding date. With heavy hearts, we continued with the preparations, never anticipating losing my Grandfather 3 months later.

 With a giant void in my life, this great loss was enough for us to reassess what we truly believed our wedding should be. The decision was made to cut our losses and stay true to ourselves, to travel to a beautiful destination with our closest friends and family, and what place would be more meaningful than Florence.

On the day of my wedding, once I was dressed my mother handed me a ring my grandfather had given her, it was a pearl and topaz ring. This was my something old, borrowed and blue, along with a lace and pearl horse-shoe she had made for me for my something new. It was a perfect day. 

 

Vendors
Photographer: Facibeni Fotografia http://www.photographertuscany.com/
Dress:
Steven Khalil http://www.stevenkhalil.com
Shoes: Yves Saint Laurent
Accessories: Dior & Love On http://www.loveonjewellery.com.au/
Grooms Suit: Bespoke
Stationery: Adorn Invitations https://www.adorninvitations.co.uk/
Flowers: Stiatti Fiori http://www.stiattifiori.it/
Ceremony Venue: Villa La Vedetta overlooking the city of Florence, Italy. http://www.villalavedettahotel.com/en/
Reception Venue: Villa La Vedetta
Cinematography:  Gattotigre – Destination Wedding Videography
 

 

 

6 Easy Ways to Thank Your Wedding Guests in Style

With so much emphasis on the brides and grooms, it can be easy to forget about saying two simple words. Thank You. Guests will often have traveled a long distance to celebrate your union. Maybe they bought expensive gifts or donated their time to help you prepare for the ceremony. A wedding day wouldn’t be the same without your guests.

There are lots of simple yet effective ways to thank friends and family with keepsakes that are worth keeping. The following six tips have been compiled to provide some extra inspiration to ensure everyone is smiling as much as you two are!

 

Welcome gift bags

A small bag of essentials is perfect for showing gratitude to guest on the wedding day itself. If all of your guests are staying at the same hotel, ask the reception staff to give a handmade bag to each of the wedding parties when they check in. This simple gesture provides a very warm welcome. Fill with mini treats such as luxury bath products and fancy biscuits so they can enjoy some home comforts during their stay.

Sally Pinera

Photo credit: Sally Pinera

 

Special treats for bridesmaids, groomsmen and top table

Chances are these are the people who have provided you with the most encouragement and love during the planning process. A bachelorette or bachelor party is a treat you can plan a few weeks beforehand.

On the morning of your wedding, say a personal thank you to each of your parties. While the focus may be on the couple make sure that everyone else is feeling good too. Treat bridal and groom’s party to a delicious breakfast and some pampering alongside your schedule.

Gifting each of your bridesmaids a spa day pass will help them relax after looking after the bride! Groomsmen may appreciate a good bottle of liquor or pair of suave cufflinks. You know your wedding party best! So pick out gifts that reflect your personal taste and interests. Mothers and Fathers will appreciate simple yet sentimental gifts such as photo canvases or vouchers for a mini-break. They deserve a generous gift after putting so much effort into your big day.

 

A subtle way to say thanks

Write a heartfelt thank you note on a chalkboard at the entrance to your ceremony or reception. Do the same on the back of your table markers for guests to read when they take a seat. It doesn’t have to be long or complicated; just a simple thank you for all the support from guests.

Also, make sure to mention guests in your wedding speech. It’s easy to focus on your partner, so try to name-drop a few special people before thanking the entire reception for attending.

 

Cheap and cheerful keepsakes

You can add your name to pretty much anything you like! Fill mason jars full of snacks for guests to grab when leaving. Candies are usually cheap in bulk and will provide a colourful effect. By adding a ribbon and a mini label with your wedding name and date you can transform a simple item into a gorgeous gift. Music lovers could even provide guests with homemade CD’s featuring their favourite romance tracks.

 

Thank You Notes

Thank you notes are the first official correspondence you will send out as a married couple. How very exciting! Choose a notecard that reflects your style. You could carry on your wedding’s colour scheme right through to your luxury wedding stationery.

A handwritten thank you note is a traditional and sentimental keepsake for guests. Add in a specific note about the gift they bought you, or a memory from the day. Maybe they were throwing some great shapes on the dance floor? Did they catch the bouquet? Personal mementos will make guests feel truly appreciated.

To save time, you could try using Touchnote. It’s a photo printing app which sends a picture postcard straight to your correspondents from your smartphone. You could even send these out during the honeymoon if you want to keep friends updated from your exotic location!

 

Provide the best experience for guests

The simplest way to thank guests is to provide a comfortable and enjoyable day. So if you are planning an outdoor wedding, ensure you have umbrellas on hand in case it rains. Provide warm blankets for the evening reception. Even something as obvious as stocking up the bar and ensuring there is enough food to go around will make all the difference. Just think about the next wedding you will go to. What sort of day would you like to experience? If you can cover the basics, you won’t go far wrong.

Does A Wonderful Wedding Need A Perfect Proposal?

We’ve all seen them – those YouTube videos that go viral within days of being put up. Where a high school kid has hired a marching band to ask his sweetheart to go to prom with him. How you feel about these videos can tell a lot about you as a person; about half of us will say “Oh, how romantic” while the other half will cringe. Not only has the high school kid been an enormous try-hard, he’s set an unacceptably high bar too.

Those videos also exist for marriage proposals, of course. A level of planning which is somewhere on a par with invading a small island nation goes into asking the question. And sometimes it can look like it’s been done not for the proposer or the proposee, but the hit counter. After all, you can be extravagant with your proposal, but the production values on some of these videos are suspiciously good.

So, what matters when it comes to a marriage proposal? Is it important to make sure the whole thing is Hollywood rom-com perfect? Are stilt-walkers overkill? What is and isn’t indispensable? And are the YouTube heroes actually missing the point?

 

  1. Put A Ring On It

There is, officially, nothing about the engagement ring that makes a proposal more binding than it would be without. However, its symbolic value is relevant to the process. You will want to announce the engagement and you will be asked to show a ring as evidence. Marching band or no marching band, viral or no, Tacori engagement rings will make the whole thing real in a visual way.

  1. One Knee, Or Not One Knee?
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Photo credit: Kimberly Florence

Sometimes cliches exist because they’re just right somehow. When someone has got engaged, the question is often “So, did he/she get down on one knee?”. The implication is that somehow it will be disappointing if the proposer has missed this bit out. Again, nothing is any more or less official for this, but the tradition of proposing on bended knee is sweet, costs nothing and feels right.

  1. The Family’s Blessing

In reality for a marriage proposal to be complete, it needs two people’s assent. The asker and the asked. However, this is the joining of two families and it’s important to get it off on the right foot. If it is likely to be expected of you that you get the blessing of your intended’s parents, then make sure you get their blessing. Getting engaged is such a buzz, but that buzz can be killed quickly by an irate parent asking why they weren’t consulted.

When it really comes down to it, the most important thing is that the proposal reflects the couple getting engaged. Traditions are traditions, but some of us aren’t that traditional. If you have a flair for the dramatic, why not have an extravagant set-up? And at the same time, if you’re simply focused on one another, it’s more than fine to have a simple, quiet proposal. If that’s what reflects you, then that’s what’s right.

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