Raspberry + Gold Lakeside Wedding

I’m not sure I could envision a more beautiful lakefront wedding than Amber and Andy’s Michigan nuptials. The view was so gorgeous at their ceremony they were worried an arbor would distract from the view, so BLOOM created magnificent hydrangea-and-rose-filled urns to line the aisle. The perfect complement to such a beautiful ceremony! The elegant ballroom at The Inn at Bay Harbor was decorated with coral and peach flowers and touches of nautical details. Amber and Andy are the most gorgeous couple and we are utterly in love with these images from Amy Carroll Photography!

We are head over heels for the soft, elegant touches in Elyse and Matt’s classic DC wedding! Bridesmaids in shades of pale blue and taupe from Twobirds were perfectly complemented by lush blooms created by Katie Martin and her team at Elegance & Simplicity. Oh how we love the fluffy blush dahlias and mauve astilbe! After a traditional ceremony at the Cosmos Club, guests moved to the Fairfax Hotel, where they danced the night away to tunes from Nightsong. Elyse is resplendent in her Anne Barge gown from Mark Ingram. Enjoy all of these gorgeous images from Abby Jiu Photography!

Claudia and Greg chose the Woman’s Club of Coconut Grove in Miami for their wedding festivities because the South Florida location represents their family roots but the look of the venue called to mind their former loft in Denver and their current home in Brooklyn. It’s a gorgeous estate by the water, which was a lovely site for an outdoor ceremony. Claudia looked amazing in a Watters gown from RK Bridal, paired with vintage jewelry and blush shoes from BHLDN that remind us of Old Hollywood. Lush blooms of peonies, hydrangeas and roses from Glady’s Flowers are a classic and elegant choice, and we love the earthiness of the dusty miller that’s mixed in Claudia’s bouquet. Thanks to the one-stop help of Exquisite Productions, who coordinated the wedding day, catering, rentals, linens, and DJ for their laid-back reception, Claudia and Greg didn’t have to worry about the details of their day. All of these images from Tega Photography are gorgeous, but we especially love the romantic first look shots at Vizcaya Museum & Gardens!

Rachel and Stephen’s snowy and romantic wedding in Park City at The St. Regis Deer Valley reminds us of an elegant Parisian affair! These glamorous images from Chantel Marie Photography have us dreaming of winter in Europe. Pink and cream blooms from Calie Rose Floral & Event Design are aplenty, woven in hair wreaths for bridesmaids and sweet bouquets for Rachel and her bridesmaids. We love the mix of blush and black bridesmaids dresses from BHLDN, Nordstrom, and Watters. Rachel’s Enzoani gown is stunning, especially with her soft updo and sparkling headpiece. Run, don’t walk, to the gallery to see all of the gorgeous details!

Katie and Ryan’s Rochester Hills, Michigan wedding may as well have been set in a faraway European village for all of its breathtaking fairy-tale details. Starting with a ceremony at First Congregational Church of Rochester, where old-world elegance abounds, Katie walked down the aisle in a gown from Le Salon that can only be described as amazing. Her cathedral-length veil featured embroidery that gave the ensemble a vintage feel. A bridal party dressed in black and white added drama to the day. For the reception at Meadow Brook, lush cream and pink flowers from Bellisario Floral and an abundance of white candles set on silver stands created an ethereal atmosphere. One of our favorite details is the classic cake from Sweet and Savory Bake Shop set on an antique gold stand atop gold sequin linens. Simply gorgeous! Visit the gallery to enjoy every single photo from Amy Carroll Photography!

We love the simplicity of this affair, held at a family residence in Indiana. Meghan and Josh’s inspiration gave way to natural details such as pretty baby’s breath and pink David Austin rose bouquets by Marcia’s Flower Cart. The sweeter elements got a shot of rustic flair with barn wood tables built by Meghan’s stepdad and planted succulent favors and centerpieces. The backyard venue provided soft surroundings for the bride’s Watters gown and pale pink D’Zage bridesmaids dresses. Meghan, who is a wedding photographer, wanted to make sure the whole affair showed plenty of both her and Josh’s personalities, and we see them shining through in these images from Clary Photo!

There are so many gorgeous elements in Jennifer and David’s wedding, held at The Blue Dress Barn in Benton Harbor, Michigan. The site itself is rustic, but touches like feathers and lush blooms in bouquets and arrangements from Posh Petals and Jennifer’s absolutely amazing Paloma Blanca gown—complete with an unbelievable rhinestone-and-lace capelet—upped the glam factor in a major way! French Country details and a chocolate wedding cake festooned with more feathers from Dee’s Specialty Cakes just furthered the sophisticated feel at this woodsy location. The images from Amy Carroll Photography captured the magical, charming sentiment of this wedding. And we totally adore the bride’s lottery ticket wedding favors, tied in festive bags with a penny! We’re somewhat teary just looking at the emotion on Jennifer and David’s faces—what an absolutely breathtaking affair!

Nothing says cheerful like a beaming bride and groom in a dreamy field of golden sunflowers. Add some beautiful bridesmaids in peacock blue, sharp-looking groomsmen sporting black tuxes and bright-colored bouquets, and you have one seriously happy day. Sarah and John’s Dearborn, Michigan wedding was filled to the brim with joy, and we are obsessing over these photos by Amy Carroll Photography! Sarah and John were married at Our Lady of Orchard Lake and had an elegant reception at The Dearborn Inn that included dinner, dancing and many personal details. (The couple had their favorite Chicago popcorn and Michigan pizza as snacks for their guests. How fun is that?!) We are especially loving the blue champagne glasses at each place setting that perfectly accented the soft blue hydrangeas in arrangements by Wedding Flowers by Heidi! These images brought big smiles to our faces, and we wish the sweet couple a lifetime of love!

What do you get when you mix an ivy-covered manor, bushels of baby’s breath and garden roses, a beautiful bride and a dapper groom? This romantic wedding celebrating the marriage of Mirah and Brysen! Set at Greencrest Manor in Battle Creek, Michigan, this couple wanted their wedding to be an intimate affair that reflected their personalities. For Mirah, this meant incorporating feminine touches with lots of personal details. For Brysen, the gathering needed to have a timeless and tailored vibe. From the handmade flower arrangements of blush garden roses and baby’s breath to the linen suits with cream ties, this wedding was definitely a perfect mix of the duo! Mirah looked amazing in her Victoria Nicole gown, and we can’t wait for you to see the way her veil caught in the wind in the images by Amy Carroll below. We love the romantic, classic and intimate feel of this wedding, and thank the couple for sharing their special day with us!

Warm and elegant, Euri and John’s wedding at Pasadena’s The Athenaeum is pure romance!  Euri chose one of our favorite color palettes – soft ivory and peach, dusty pink, and pale gray -  and mixed in beautiful mercury glass containers and luxe gold linens on the gorgeous tabletops created by Lindy at Commerce Flowers.  Euri is a positively stunning bride in her custom lace gown from Monaco Bridal (that floaty skirt, I die!), and we are head-over-heels in love with the fabulous images from one of our favorites, Erin Hearts Court!

Monique and Josh’s Scottsdale wedding was filled to the brim with soft, romantic, and elegant details. I can’t get over the breathtaking scenery, old-world charm, and incredible oversized doors of their venue, Montelucia. Monique’s Lazaro gown is swoon-worthy and the beautiful florals by Camelback Flower Shop are the perfect mix of elegance and romance in beautiful pinks and whites. Such beautiful photographs by Keith Pitts to get rid of those Daylight-Savings-Monday blues!

Lauren and Jack’s Westmoreland Country Club wedding is so beautiful, it’s like a dream! The club, with its immaculate landscaping and tent with twinkling lights was the perfect choice for the couple’s late summer event. Filled with the most beautiful blooms and greenery, the overall feel is romantic and sophisticated with just a touch of whimsy and the reception tent feels like a hidden secret garden! Lauren is a vision in a flowing Mikaella gown, beautifully accented with a colorful, lush bouquet designed by Four Finches. There’s not a single detail we aren’t completely smitten by, and it’s all captured beautifully by Bonphotage!

Amanda and Mike’s vision of an intimate and elegant Arizona desert wedding came to life working with Tie the Knot by Tessa. The Boulders Resort was the perfect setting for their destination soiree, as Mike is an avid golfer and visits Arizona throughout the year. The couple selected their florals to represent the locale, and Butterfly Petals created gorgeous arrangements of succulents, greenery, and purple blooms, and boutonnieres of succulents with golf tees to represent their favorite hobby! Amanda’s Willowby gown stole the show, with its intricate back and lace details, and we are totally crushing on the bridesmaids’ BHLDN separates—the perfect modern and chic look. Every image from Rachel Solomon is perfection!

Laura and Sebastian grew up in two different worlds—he from England and she from Alabama—so when planning their Austin wedding, the couple had a grand time combining their backgrounds in a fun, yet classic, way! The setting of Austin’s Villa Del Lago was perfect for their “English garden” wedding with a Southern dinner party atmosphere. STEMS Floral Design created natural and lush florals with hydrangea, roses, eucalyptus, and magnolia leaves that perfectly complemented the ladies’ royal blue Amsale bridesmaids dresses and Laura’s lovely Watters gown, and created a romantic atmosphere atop the tented reception’s elegant farm tables. The celebration was a complete melding of Laura and Sebastian’s cultures, right down to the day’s menu, which featured bangers and mash alongside fried quail with buttermilk ranch dressing. We’re simply spellbound by the timeless images captured by Jenna McElroy Photography!

The Four Seasons Los Angeles at Beverly Hills was the perfect venue for Julie and Jonathan’s dream wedding! With the help of their wedding planner, Catherine of CCL Weddings, the couple designed a private outdoor ceremony (featuring the couple’s adorable pup, Nala) and elegant indoor reception with lush and romantic florals by Heavenly Blooms. Luxury and personality came together perfectly, with champagne escort cards that doubled as favors and a cocktail hour snack of beef jerky, the groom’s favorite! We are obsessed with every fun detail in the beautiful images from Closer to Love Photography!

We have the prettiest way to start the week! Valentina and Frederick’s Atlanta wedding at Biltmore Ballrooms is soft and gorgeous, the lofty ceilings and mint walls of the venue are the most lovely setting for their summer soiree. Jade Lee Events designed a mix of high and low centerpieces, playing off of the chandeliers and columns of the ballroom. At the apex of the reception, a fabulous confection from Couture Cakes set atop gold sequin linens, adding a final bit of sparkle! We’re swooning over every beautiful image from Justin DeMutiis Photography!

I may be a bit biased, but Chicago’s skyline is absolute perfection. And it’s on full display in Sarah and Greg’s gorgeous May wedding at the Millennium Knickerbocker, planned by Lola Event Productions. Almost all of the couple’s guests traveled to Chicago for the wedding, so they wanted to plan an elegant urban wedding showing off the best the city had to offer! The Michigan Avenue hotel’s ornate Crystal Ballroom was home to both the elegant ceremony and the reception, which featured an array of classic floral arrangements by Exquisite Designs atop glitzy gold linens. Pretty pink napkins folded into bows dressed the hotel’s traditional art deco inspired china. We adore the traditional vibe of the long, stunning head table for the wedding party, which was awash in a sea of candles in front of dramatic ivory draping. Ending the evening? A delectable buffet of traditional Chicago treats, including deep dish pizza, mini hot dogs, and Italian beef sandwiches. This quintessential Chicago wedding is one of our favorites, and we love each beautiful image from Emilia Jane Photography!

Lucas and Brooke were married on a spectacular spring day in Arizona at the Fairmont Scottsdale Princess Resort. After saying “I Do” at sunset on the resort’s Lagoon Lawn, guests moved into the Palomino Ballroom for an elegant reception. The theme was “Manicured Rustic”, and the reception was a veritable wonderland with candlelight and a mix of jaw-dropping centerpieces from The Flower Studio which evoked the feel of a secret garden. We adore the color palette of cobalt blue, peach and gold, with wood accents to complement the garden feel. Amsale bridesmaids dresses in assorted silhouettes flattered each of the maids, while Brooke is resplendent in a Martina Liona gown from Mariee Bridal. Ashley Gain made sure the day ran without a hitch, and we are head over heels for the gorgeous images from Brushfire Photography!

Jennifer and Daniel fell in love with the French-Vietnamese chapel and covered barn at Camp Lucy the moment they set eyes upon the venue just outside of Jennifer’s hometown of Austin, Texas. With a short engagement, the couple pulled together a dream team of vendors to create their rustic, elegant day. Beautiful florals from Posey Floral and Event Design brought the outside in, with eucalyptus and hydrangea trumpets flanked by low-lying peach and ivory blooms in wooden boxes. Personal details were peppered throughout, from the lace sachets handcrafted by Daniel’s grandmother, which were filled with French candies to honor Daniel’s French heritage, to the grapefruit fizz signature cocktail, the recipe crafted by the couple. We adore the fresh seafoam green bridesmaids dresses from J.Crew and Jennifer’s sleek Pronovias gown from Brickhouse Bridal,with a chic updo by Mandy Silver. Each image from Forever Photography is perfection!

Laurin and Cory’s Utah wedding at The St. Regis Deer Valley is classic and refined, with a feminine twist! Laurin’s love of metallics inspired the decor designed by Michelle Leo Events. Michelle weaved tones of pink and gray together with glitzy sparkles and floral by Urban Chateau Floral to create an event filled with classic glamour. The weather was not cooperating, and throughout the morning, it seemed that Laurin’s dream of an outdoor wedding had been dashed, as the ballroom was set up due to the inclement weather. But just before the ceremony, the skies cleared and Michelle was able to send the couple down the aisle with the spectacular backdrop of the mountains of Park City while her team raced to the ballroom and enlisted the help of every single vendor—right down to the catering staff!—to move the reception outdoors during the cocktail hour, all unbeknownst to Laurin. The moment her reception was revealed was pure magic! We love each and every moment of this beautiful wedding from Pepper Nix Photography!