By Laura Lubanski We have been seeing a trend towards incorporating gorgeous hand calligraphy throughout the invitation suite, and we must admit, we’re a bit smitten! Calligraphy is such an art form and we love the idea of an actual person calligraphing your text, adding such a personal touch to your invitations! It can be used in so many different ways that it’s hard to find a reason not to incorporate this element into your suite. From super modern to very…
Happy Spring & 20% off Wedding Suites! From El’s Cards El’s Cards of Greenland NH asked me and Michelle Rose of Minka Fine Flowers to help her showcase a beautiful new line for her floral watercolor wedding invitation series called Coral Succulents. She designed the series as the centerpiece of the launch of her stunning new shopping site at www.elscards.com. El offers an entire line of wedding invitation suites, and her signature piece is hand illustrated custom seating chart. https://www.elscards.com/products/custom-seating-chart Michelle…
Inspired by vintage science instruments, this shoot features a stylish young couple who are now botanists. The scientific instruments were found at an antiques shop and the cakes were inspired by botanical sun prints. This is the perfect wedding inspiration for all the scientists out there! {the team} Photographer: Kivalo Photography Stylist: Daisies and Pearls Dress: Andrea’s Bridal Flowers: Broadturn Farm Cakes: My Three Cakes {additional details} Invitations/Calligraphy: El’s Cards Blazer: ASOS Trousers: Brooks Brothers Tie: TieBar Blue Heels: Christian…
Lighting, photography, style and other tips and trends from our experts TIP: Create a Reception Timeline When’s the right time to leave your wedding reception? Don’t leave the decision up to guests. Create a timeline that ensures people have enough time to socialize, eat and shake it on the dance floor, but closes down the party before eyelids start to droop. Five hours is a standard length for a reception, says Fausto Pifferrer of Blue Elephant Events & Catering in…
By Laura Lubanski This time of year just beckons for cuddling up in warm blankets and indulging in soft, cozy textures, so why not infuse some of those elements into your wedding stationery? Your invitations should be a reflection of the two of you and are the perfect place to showcase textures, patterns and fun little details that are important to you. We love the idea of bringing in some warmth with gorgeous embellishments that set the right tone for your big day…
A retro-themed poolside wedding offers plenty of opportunities to play. Croquet, anyone? Multi-colored bowtie by mizu. {the team} Photographer Justina Bilodeau Photography Styling Daisies & Pearls Models Marissa Patten-Harris & James Kimball Flowers Michelle Rose for Blooms Floral Shoppe Dress Chaviano Couture Hair Aphrodite Salon Venue Colony Hotel Kennebunkport, ME
We always love a great love story. Find out about the incredible project Hitched Heroes here! Love Affair, a premier planning suite, based in Portsmouth, New Hampshire is a collection of local vendors, providing their services for Seacoast events and weddings. On November 5th, Love Affair, along with a group of their incredible vendors donated a free wedding to a deserving, local, military couple. On August 3rd, a panel of vendors chose Whitney and Dan to be the lucky couple…
This wedding, photographed at the colony hotel, Kennebunkport, sets an elegant tone, with an exquisite gown, artful flowers, and a rich gold and green tablescape. {the team} Photographer Brea McDonald Design & Flowers Beautiful Days Model Jessica Sims Dresses & Accessories Bella Bridal Shoppe Hair Hair That Moves Makeup Joya Beauty Select table settings & props Maine Prop House.
August 15th & 16th, 2014 Epping & Dover, NH Jessica and Darshan’s two-day wedding celebration blended American and Sikh wedding traditions. The couple, who worked together for years before becoming engaged, has New Hampshire roots: Jessica attended the University of New Hampshire and lived in nearby Dover, while Darshan’s family lives in Epping. To honor both families, they had two wedding ceremonies: a traditional Sikh ceremony at Darshan’s family home on Friday, and a second ceremony on Saturday at the…
This festive, nautical-themed shoot by Kivalo Photography celebrates a timeless seaside wedding. Complete with bold, blue and white details and patio lighting, this outdoor dining scene has a casual elegance. Coral centerpieces by Pottery Barn, pillows from Home Goods, chevron table runner from Etsy.com. {the team} Photographer Kivalo Photography Styling Patricia Takacs and Sarah Reese Location Bay View Beach, Saco, ME Flowers Fleuriste at Papier Model Melissa Albert Dress Bridals by Sandy