Shabby Chic Vintage Bridal Portraits

What girl wouldn’t want to go for a spin in classic Rolls Royce? That’s exactly what Kendall did with her fiance, Justin, during their ultra-glamorous engagement session with photographer Christina Carroll! Kendall selected the most stunning ensembles for the session, and we especially love the accessories she chose to accent each outfit. The session was set in Texas—but with the classic car and this couple’s vintage style, it seems more like this session came from the pages of a 1950’s fashion magazine!

Tiny heart-shaped pies, gorgeous deep pink florals, and an awesome vintage bride?  It doesn’t get much more fabulous than this Valentine’s Day shoot from Sarah Donovan of The Stationery Bakery!  Inspired by vintage glamour and old-fashioned illustrated Vogue covers, Sarah set out to create a fresh Valentines inspiration shoot filled with romantic details and a bit of cheeky vintage fun!  Paper goods with playful typography set the stage, and the adorable heart-shaped miniature pies from Tiny Pies are just about the cutest thing I’ve ever seen.  I hope your Valentines Day is as precious as this!  Thanks to Sarah for sharing and to Charlotte of Number 9 Photography for the beautiful images!

Shalyn Nelson Photography and Inspired Events and Designs teamed up for a vintage cornfield shoot inspired by the quote “Live by the sun, love by the moon.” They brought in lots of yellow and orange as well as crisp whites to compliment the green fields of corn. I absolutely ADORE the stunning florals by Lindy Floral. The various flowers, fruits, and greens provide such incredible texture against with the yellow chevron chairs and the clean white linens. Such a gorgeous 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.

This styled shoot is overflowing with details: soft touches in romantic gowns by BHLDN and a scallop-detailed veil from Stanley Korshak, bold colors mixed with rustic elements, and lush textures in floral from Sweet Magnolia Floral Studio. We can’t get enough! The gorgeous Southwestern feel of Le San Michele in Austin sets the tone for the romantic meets rustic affair styled by Grit + Gold and punctuated with Texas architecture, whimsical succulents, and cacti. We adore the soft take on this native plant in the invitation suite from The Stationery Bakery. On the table, warm wood mixes with terra-cotta and gold accents. Our mouths are watering over the charcuterie and cheese spread from Catering With a Twist and the powdered sugar-dusted cake from Blue Note Bakery. Other fun touches include a wooden cheeseboard menu and perhaps our favorite–a sweet donkey named Mimi from Sassafras Farm! Enjoy these fabulous images from Charla Storey Photography!

Elisabeth Carol Photography brings us today’s gorgeous inspiration in shades of emerald green and glittery gold, and it’s fabulous! Set outdoors at the Bell Tower Chapel & Garden in Ft. Worth, Texas, this ivory tablecloth is striped in the color scheme and accented with gold flatware and Chiavari chairs. We love! Stunning white bouquets by Events a la Carte are a big burst of sophistication among the other elements, coordinated by Borrowed & Blue. An ivory cake festooned with fresh flowers from Sweetie Mae’s Sweetcakes looks like an edible version of the pretty table arrangements. The strapless gown from David’s Bridal gets a touch of bling, too, from glittery ballet flats. Enjoy this pretty and sophisticated soiree!

The effortless sophistication of this styled shoot by Jen Huang Photography leaves us wanting more! Antique floral china, lace linens, and gold touches courtesy of Borrowed Blu combine with softer fashion choices like a light gray suit and bohemian style beaded gown from Nearly Newlywed Bridal Boutique for a chic but casual affair. Garden blooms and wildflower-inspired bouquets by Sarah Winward of Honey of a Thousand Flowers give an elegant accent when mixed with silver platters of fresh vegetables and flickering candles; the watercolor invitation by Dear Jendo ties in seamlessly with the theme. We’re so in love with the bride’s coral lipstick and gorgeous curls tucked back at the base of her neck, styled by 10.11 Makeup. Ahh, vintage details and romantic styling—does it get any better? See all of the beautiful images in the gallery!

The snowy backdrop of the Schlitz Audubon Nature Center is organic and ethereal for this wintry shoot from The McCartneys Photography. A.Styled Event by Anna Margaret designed the glittery gold and romantic red affair with whimsical stationery from Monograham Paper & Gifts, gorgeous flowers from Marius Bell Floral & Events, and a sweet lace gown by Monirose. And one of the best parts of this inspired shoot? The bride’s Plume & Lace hairpiece—fabulous! The pleated cream Forever 21 bridesmaids dress is elegant but laid-back, and we adore the long, loose hairstyles in the midst of the winter whites—see all of the stunning images right here!

The moment we set our eyes on this positively glamorous white and gold tabletop, we fell in love!  We couldn’t stop ourselves from swooning over every single detail—from the stunning orchid centerpiece by The Garden Gate to the beaded gold plates, shimmering glassware, and monogrammed linens. Styled by DFW Events Event Planning & Design, along with Gatsby Event Branding, the tables at Rosewood Crescent Hotel in Dallas glow with an ethereal light set off by candles in mercury glass. Feast your eyes on the gorgeous images by Perez Photography from this incredible shoot that left us saying, “Oh! So pretty!” at every turn.

After just seven months of dating, John knew Kate was the one, so he popped the question in — according to the bride — a “fairy tale-perfect proposal!” The place they chose for their engagement photos was not only naturally beautiful, but full of memories because it’s John’s family farm. After growing up there, it was a very special place for the groom-to-be to share with his bride. Sarah Kate truly captured the love these two have for each other!

Oh the sweetness that is today’s shoot! There are few things more romantic than handwritten love letters, so it’s no surprise that these creative minds were inspired by love letters that were tucked away within the walls of the 1820’s farm house at Fiddle Lake Farm in Pennsylvania. The love letters between Mamie Dunn and Johnnie Wells were incorporated into the cake and the table linens, and all the details reflect what could possibly have been the wedding of these two loves. Vintage, elegant and incredibly romantic, it’s impossible not to swoon over this beautiful inspiration shoot by Frosted, Kim Winey Photography, Danielle Pasternak, and wildflowers by design!

The joyful smiles on Rachel and Greg’s faces melt our hearts!  Everything about this couple and their Austin, Texas wedding is beautiful, and we think these pictures from Christina Carroll Photography say it all. Rachel and Greg tied the knot at St. David’s Episcopal Church (the same church where Greg’s parents were married!) and followed the ceremony with a celebration at the elegant Driskill Hotel. We love the classic arrangements of white orchids and gardenias with pops of sunshine yellow created by Visual Lyrics. Romantic votive candles radiated Southern elegance amidst antique silver trays and mercury glass, and the five-tiered cake was sweet perfection! “It was an unforgettable start to the rest of our lives together,” reflects Rachel, and we couldn’t agree more after falling in love with these gorgeous images!

Valentine’s Day celebrations don’t always have to be filled with red hearts and streamers. This full-of-love and incredibly sweet shoot styled by Belovely Events uses vintage furniture and clothing and natural elements instead! Love love love the gorgeous furniture from Maggpie Vintage Rentals and the hanging flower garlands! Once you’ve seen these gorgeous photos by Carina and Amanda of Love Me Do Photography, be sure to check out the beautiful video of the shoot created by Tree of Life Films as well!

It’s already so hard to resist photo booths, but add in antique details, vintage LPs, and fabulous accessories like these from Love, Lulu Mae? Sign me up! This team behind this Inspired Creations Contest put together the Ultimate Photo Booth. Guests use props like vintage hats, mustaches on a stick, sequined and feathered headbands to create photos, buttons, and even videos to post on friends’ facebook walls! Certainly, this is not your ordinary photo booth. It’s super interactive and has so many different options to play with. Doesn’t it look like so much fun?

Although we don’t feature a ton of engagement shoots, this one was way too cute not to share! Tauren and Chris’ shoot was designed to show the seasons of their relationship and to ask their loved ones to join them in the next season of their lives. How sweet is that? They sipped lattes outside for the fall, snuggled up for a snowy Christmas inside, shared a colorful spring picnic, and ran around on the beach for summer. Such a cute idea with beautiful photos from Bethany Belle!

Just in time for the 4th of July, we have an classic and adorable summer engagement shoot from Love Life Studios and styled by The Stylish Soiree. I love all the patriotic details from the tablescape to the bride’s oversized sunglasses to the mini red, white, and blue pinwheels. Check out the flowers too, don’t the blue thistle kinda look like fireworks? This laid-back shoot absolutely gets me in the mood for a big slice of peach pie and an ice cold soda. Happy 4th of July everyone!

What woman doesn’t look totally feminine and graceful in ballet shoes? I adore these ballet-inspired portraits by Simply Bloom Photography, and I can only imagine how utterly girly it would feel to wear pointe shoes and a wedding dress! Morgan played the part of Sleeping Beauty at Disney, and this summer she will be marrying her very own Prince Charming.

There is only one word to describe this inspiration shoot shared by Lisa Gilbertson of Simply Fabulous Events & Design – stunning.  Lisa set out to create a shoot that encourages brides to think outside the box when searching for gowns, flowers, and even venues for their wedding.  She chose to showcase a beautiful ruffled gray Kate Towers dress (elegant and quite bridal without being fluffy and white), bold fuschia and black floral created by Ashley Fox Designs, and the gorgeous Minneapolis venue Architectural Antiques, a gem of an antique store that opens its doors to small weddings and receptions.  Tasha of Red Bird Hills captured the gorgeous images, and the overall look is just fabulous and so inspiring.  Thanks Lisa for sharing!

As a true Southern girl, one of the traditions I absolutely adore is bridal portraits.  When I spotted Mary’s gorgeous session, captured by The Nichols, I knew I had to share them with you!  The images are truly breathtaking, and Mary is a positively stunning bride.

Dreamy, elegant, and a bit playful, today’s shoot is inspired by a bold and summery citrus-hued palette. Events with Becca designed a tablescape bursting with bright blooms, fresh-cut fruits, and a touch of romance from the beautiful calligraphy by Caitlin O’Bryant Design. The Bloom & Co. mixed florals in bold and buttery shades of yellow, orange, pink, and red, in both the stunning bouquet and centerpiece. Be sure to check out all the amazing photos by Emily Kirsten Photgraphy to see every detail like all the delicious desserts as well as the adorable pup who got all dressed up and joined in on the shoot!