Portland Bridal Shoot

We all know how much I love watercolors, so when Anastasia of Anastasia Marie sent over this Claude Monet-inspired bridal shoot styled by Short & Sweet I was very excited! This magical, mossy, wooded setting is amazing inspiration for a bridal shoot. I love how they incorporated Monet’s watery pastels into not only the flowers, but the invitations and other decor as well. Oh, and um…how dreamy is that dress?? Love. Gorgeous photos by Daniel Usenko in such a dreamy and beautifully styled setting.

Today is such a fun day for me because I get to show off my very first designed shoot! I was so thrilled when Sara Gray asked me to create a shoot for her latest MarryThis! wedding guide, and immediately enlisted the amazing Kelly Marie Uss of Fleur to join in to help me style a romantic summer wedding shoot, full of vibrant colors and elegant and fluffy blooms. I love trends, but wanted to take a few of the design trends that are popular today, such as vintage china and lace, and use them in a way that was classic and timeless, a wedding that would stay fresh and inspiring for years to come. We chose the absolutely fabulous Aeree Loft at Room 1520 as our venue, its clean white walls and amazing light were the perfect backdrop!

Happy Friday everyone!  I have another lovely Inspired Creations Contest shoot to show off today - modern and glamorous bridal fashion inspiration from the Portland team of Sara Gray Photography, Madeline Roosevelt, Amy Wing, and Serephine.  The model is Sara’s beautiful younger sister Emily who is getting married this summer!  The team wanted to incorporate sparkle without going wild, so they kept to a neutral color palette of gold, ivory, white, and silver.  A sassy sequin dress from Nordstrom, glitter heels, dramatic makeup and fabulous accessories make this a perfect look for the modern bride.

You might remember the enormously talented Sara Gray from her awesome Inspired Creations Contest winning concept, Dandelion Wine.  I’m excited to welcome her back to EAD today with another beautiful styled shoot, one that’s romantic and preppy all at the same time.

I adore this southern vintage bridal inspiration shoot from a group of Dallas wedding vendors led by Catie Ronquillo Photography and Lauren Kelly Events!  There is a beautiful array of found objects in each scene, and the delicate Southern bridal looks and vintage accessories are a perfect juxtaposition.

Latrice Cushenberry from Opulent Couturier Event Styling & Planning is the mastermind behind this gorgeous couture wedding fashion shoot, inspired by a recent Tom Ford 2010 Fall Preview Men’s Collection and a Christian Dior editorial ad. Latrice perfectly captured the beauty of a couture gown, edgy and fashionable accessories, and a tailored tuxedo – mixed with the grunge of Nashville’s Printers Alley! All of the beautiful images are by T2 Photography.

We couldn’t imagine a more beautiful inspiration shoot for this first week of March than this pretty pastel goodness from Swoon Floral Design and Jamie Rae Photo! With a vision of romantic cream and rose as their guide, they brought in white vintage furniture from Classic Vintage Rentals, antique gold rimmed vintage plates, and beautiful hand-scripted calligraphy by Portland Palomino. Kim of Swoon Floral Design created a soft centerpiece in shades of blush and buttery yellow featuring hydrangea, roses, and wax flower. Jein King styled an elegant updo with a floral crown by Amanda Judge which transferred easily into a loose braid, and a Leanne Marshall gown from The English Department provided two looks in one with its lacy jacket overlay. We are completely smitten with each and every frame from Jamie Rae Photo!

A little cuteness goes a long way, and swiss dots definitely provide just the perfect amount of cuteness! Whether hidden in layers of tulle, as the most adorable cake icing, or front and center on a romantic dress or veil, sweet swiss dots are our current crush!

Stop it—we almost can’t handle these incredible, romantic, vintage-style lace Claire Pettibone gowns! They silhouettes keep the yesteryear feel of the gowns modern. Antique jewelry and vintage teacups in the setting of Everthine Bridal Boutique in Madison, Connecticut, just adds to the romantic vibe of this whole shoot, photographed by Michelle Gardella Photography. Jennie Fresa of Jennie Fresa Makeup and Skincare Boutiquerie, Emily Reale of Beaucage, and Chelsea McNamara of Everthine Bridal Boutique worked together to transform the gorgeous models into Victorian-looking perfection! We just can’t get enough of this stunning shoot—see it all in the gallery!

There are few things more feminine than a perfectly tied bow! From veils to sashes to shoes, bows are truly a head-to-toe accessory. We adore them whichever way they’re used, so there’s no question why they’re our current crush for brides!

Stripes are can be timeless yet modern, subtle or bold, whimsical or elegant, and I love the different ways they can be used in weddings! From tablescapes to attire and accessories to decor, there are so many ways to incorporate this fabulous design into your big day. What I’m really loving right now, whether bold or subtle, are black and white stripes. Such a dramatic statement and fun complement the vivid colors of your flowers!

What I wouldn’t have given to be a part of this “little white dress” inspired shoot by Urbane Montage Events! The flowers, the colors, the dresses, the shoes, the accessories—I truly can’t handle it. The peachy melon and aqua color palette is my absolute favorite and the bouquets by Munster Rose are to die for. The little white dresses from Flutter Boutique that are featured in this shoot would be perfect for a rehearsal, reception dress, or even a summer party! Every detail of this shoot and all the photos by Ashley Nguyen Photography are pure 100% fabulousness.

In addition to colorblocking which we talked about last week, another detail I’m loving this spring are all the fun and girly floral patterns in shoes, accessories, and clothing. We’ve featured a few weddings with bridesmaids in floral dresses here at EAD, so let’s take a look at them as well as some other ways to incorporate this fabulous trend.

Inspired by Provence and the French countryside, this beautiful bridal fashion shoot designed by MMD Events is so glamorous and elegant!  I adore the simple and classic hair, makeup, and jewelry paired with the gorgeous gown from The Dressing Room – when you have fabulous skin and shoulders, you don’t need to load up on the accessories, let your beauty shine through!  The bouquet created by Amanda Allen Designs features one of my favorite eye-catching blooms, anemones.  Loving each little detail and the beautiful images from Caroline & Evan Photography!

Goodness gracious did my heart skip a beat when I opened the photos for this Tennessee shoot! Opulent Couturier Wedding Style & Events brings us an incredible Southern-glam inspired shoot featuring stunning gowns from Olia Zavozina, beautiful accessories, and fabulous vintage cars! And seriously, how incredible is Carnton Plantation? Major swoon on this whole beautiful shoot and the stunning photos by Leslee Mitchell Photography. I’m so hoping to see more glam in 2012!!

What a beautiful way to start the week – a gorgeous tabletop, dessert table, and fashion shoot inspired by a French countryside tea party!  This chic shoot at Chicago’s Loft on Lake was designed by Carlene of Naturally Yours Events and features DIY and eco-friendly elements throughout.  Carlene created the escort card display from strips of muslin, lace, and textured fabrics tied onto a piece of wood, many of the florals were grown by Larkspur and are all seasonal, and the stunning bridal gowns were created by Mignonette Bridal using repurposed lace. Even the art from Emmy Star Brown is framed in old window panes!  I’m utterly in love with each and every little detail and all of the images by Julia Franzosa Photography!

I love the delicate, romantic feel of ombre elements, and this gorgeous inspiration shoot from Eventity Inc highlights ombre in the most beautiful way!  The Darlington House in La Jolla was the backdrop for a beautiful bridal look and tablescape in a classic pink, white, and sage color palette. The fresh, clean tabletop features flowers from Sweet Pea Flower Company and soft ombre menus and place cards from Cali Cards, and to top it off there is the most amazing cake from Hey There Cupcakes! Sit back and enjoy the fabulous images from Bryan N. Miller Photography!

I love fall weddings, especially when there are unique and fun autumn elements that are outside of the traditional norm.  This fabulous inspiration shoot from Lisa Martin Bloomsberry Floral and Sara Gray Photography brings a modern spin to the fall wedding, showcasing a color palette of vivid orange and yellow paired with kraft paper brown, and fun and unique details including a beer and nut bar, apple place cards, and a recycled beer bottle centerpiece!  The beautiful models show off two bridal looks – one classic and one soft and playful, and what better accessory for bridesmaids than bright yellow Hunter boots?

I am completely obsessed with this shoot. My father was a carpenter and when I was a little girl we lived in a guest cottage on the huge estate where he worked. I spent quite a bit of time exploring the woods around our house creating adventures and dreaming up fairy tales. These gorgeous images by Kristen Booth immediately took me back to my adventures in the woods! Flower crowns? Yes please. Fairy dust? Of course. An incredible collaboration between Kristen Booth, Celeste Styling and Artistry, and Patterns On Walls. I absolutely cannot wait to see what these ladies come up with next!!

Goodness gracious, me oh my. From the moment I saw the invitations, I knew I’d be in love with this inspiration shoot. Add in the killer cacti and the insanely beautiful models and I’m completely hooked. Photographer Elle Golden Photography brings us an incredible vintage chic collaboration with Christopher Confero Design and Bella Signature Design in the middle of the desert outside Las Vegas. Really though, does it get any hotter than this?