White + Champagne Ballroom Wedding

Becky and John wanted a classic romantic vibe for their beautiful Columbia, Missouri, wedding, with lots of ivory, cream and blush elements. After choosing her Jim Hjelm gown from The Ultimate Bride, Becky worked with Kent’s Floral Gallery to incorporate her favorite flowers—garden roses, peonies, and hydrangeas—in shades of rich white and creams with hints of peach throughout. Blush bridesmaids dresses by Amsale from Bella Bridesmaids were a lovely complement to the lush and subtle florals, first at the ceremony at Missouri United Methodist Church and then at the romantic reception at Kimball Ballroom. We love the soft colors and sparkle of mercury glass and gold details at the reception, and the incorporation of roses on the cake from Edith Hall Cakes. Just stunning! “We wanted everyone to have a blast, and I really think we pulled that off,” says Becky. Judging from all the prettiness in these images from Heather Roth Fine Art Photography, we have to agree!

Kaveri and Michael’s wedding ceremonies—as in, they held not one but two gorgeous ones at The Horticulture Center at Fairmount Park Conservancy—are brimming with traditions of their Indian and Jewish heritages. Elaborate Indian dresses—Kaveri’s is by Frontier Raas—henna tattoos, and costumed horses dazzle for the Hindu ceremony. During the Jewish nuptials, Kaveri changed to an elegant Oscar de la Renta gown and carried an unusual but gorgeous mix of white calla lillies, peonies, and red roses by Beautiful Blooms; bridesmaids switched to dresses by Jenny Yoo Collection. Styled Creative helped the couple pull off the full day, including a pretty reception in tones of taupe and red, complete with a black and white cake from Whipped Bakeshop. These images from Marie Labbancz Photography are just amazing!

There’s something so very sweet about Victoria and Chris’ Richmond, Virginia wedding. Is it the bride’s handmade shawl — a gift from her sister — or the bridesmaids’ polka dotted dresses that have stolen our hearts? Both! Victoria and Chris tied the knot inside the classic The Manor House, then celebrated with an edible work of art by A Cake To Remember. We owe a big thank you to Laura Gordon Photography for sharing this sweet and simple beauty with us today!

Timeless weddings are one of our favorites because classic choices never go out of style. That’s exactly why we love these photos from Marie Labbancz Photography: Elisabeth and Michael’s ceremony at Saint Thomas of Villanova Parish—in Villanova, Pennsylvania, where the couple met in college—and their reception at Aronimink Golf Club were stunning and sophisticated, and we’ll still feel that way in 20 years. Elisabeth sought out a breathtaking Reem Acra gown with beaded sleeves that had captivated her years before, and she paired it with a traditional rose bouquet, adding deep purple calla lilies for an unexpected touch. Black bridesmaids dresses from White by Vera Wang rounded out the classic palette. Along with the wedding party bouquets, Beautiful Blooms created gorgeous arrangements for the reception tables that included more red roses, cherry blossoms, and plenty of silver bowls and mint julep cups. Clay’s Creative Corner Bakery took a cue from the floral arrangements, decorating a round tiered cake with deep berry-colored roses and metallic details. This whole affair is fabulous and perfect from beginning to end!

Kim and Baback’s St. Louis wedding is absolutely enchanting! The couple wanted their wedding to be very classic and elegant, while giving nods to both of their families and cultures. Baback’s Persian culture was represented in the Sofreh Aghd—the traditional Persian wedding table, where each item on the table has a symbolic meaning for the life of the newly-married couple—and their Roman Catholic ceremony at Saint Francis Xavier College Church honored Kim’s family traditions. Kim’s bouquet from Belli Fiori was wrapped with a lace glove from her paternal grandmother’s wedding and decorated with earrings and charms from her maternal grandmother’s wedding. Their reception in The Coronado‘s ballroom featured soft pastel florals of garden roses, hydrangea and ranunculus, and each succulent (which doubled as place cards and favors) was planted by the bride’s mother. The love that this couple shares comes alive in the gorgeous images from Clary Pfeiffer Fine Art Photography!

Kristin and Max both wanted a traditional, elegant historical Chicago wedding that would show their guests all the city has to offer. To set the tone for the chic affair, Kristin chose vintage-style details and pastel peach and pink florals mixed with dusty miller from Nancy Krause. The soft flowers paired well with taupe one-shoulder bridesmaids dresses by Bella Bianca, which is where Kristin found her gown as well. We are swooning over the timeless lace confection by Junko Yoshioka! After a ceremony at the intricately detailed St. Vincent de Paul Parish that included communion, Kristin and Max directed guests to the Chicago History Museum for an elegant, sophisticated reception that really shows off the Windy City. Gold, silver, peach, and pale yellow decor is slightly unexpected but still classic, and we adore the incorporation of the colors and greenery on the wedding cake from Konrad’s Bakery! And because we love a bit of whimsy in every wedding, we can’t get over the Ferris wheel escort cards—adorable! These gorgeous images from Hunter Photographic capture the day perfectly!

Perrine and Aaron’s timeless wedding in Columbus, Ohio, is one that’s just brimming with spring details! We love all of the pink and white in florals, especially the peony bouquets, from Flowers on Orchard Lane. The pretty pale colors are lovely with classic black bridesmaids dresses as well as Perrine’s Angel Rivera gown with pleated bodice. After the traditional ceremony at Saint Joseph Cathedral, guests made their way to The Country Club at Muirfield Village where they were wowed by the event design and planning by MMJ Weddings & Events. There, pops of deep blue—reminiscent of the color of Perrine’s Badgley Mischka shoes—joined more pink, white, and silver details to transform the reception hall into a beautiful backdrop for dinner and dancing. One of our favorite details is the bride, groom, and dog topper perched above the cupcakes from Nicely Made Cupcakes. We’re madly in love with these images from Jen & Jonah!

We are just loving these images of Ashley and Michael’s New Orleans wedding! The historic feel of the city blended with modern touches and classic details is the perfect combination for a stunning affair! We’re amazed at the breathtaking architecture of St. Louis Cathedral, site of the ceremony, as well as the timeless setting of The Roosevelt New Orleans, where the reception was held. “I wanted a classic and romantic feel for the ceremony and reception,” says Ashley. “My vision was lots of creams and whites in the furniture and flowers with lots of candles and mirrored accents. Our florist, Bahara of Plants N’ Petals, did an absolutely amazing job bringing our vision to life!” Sophisticated black bridesmaids dresses from LulaKate are dramatic, especially beside Ashley’s dazzling Rivini gown with a dramatic scalloped skirt! We just can’t get enough of the bridal party’s amazing ensemble! We love the glam accents at the reception, too, from crystal candelabras to a swiss dot cake by The Roosevelt New Orleans and the bride and groom’s classic NOLA ending: a second line with umbrellas! Enjoy these gorgeous images from Greer G Photography!

Brooke and Russell’s lovely Nashville wedding is an elegant affair filled with classic touches that we adore! Brooke is flawless in a Monique Lhuillier gown from The Bride Room–we are swooning over the top lace piece that’s romantic and delicate, a perfect complement to Brooke’s filmy Toni Federici veil. Bridesmaids chose varying designs of a light taupe dress by Amsale, which are soft and pretty mixed in with garden details like the lush bouquets, hydrangea and magnolia wreaths, and floral hair wreaths from Branches. After a traditional ceremony at St. George’s Episcopal Church, the party continued at the vintage-style Union Station Hotel, where a lush floral garland ran the length of Brooke and Russell’s table. “The flowers were stunning! My favorite thing at the reception was the flower runner on the head table,” says Brooke. Sequin linens from La Tavola Fine Linen Rental and classic pieces like engraved silver vases and cafe string lights dotted the reception room, where the couple’s Dessert Designs cake was topped with more fresh flowers. One of our favorite details is the monogrammed logo by Allison R. Banks Designs on the couple’s stationery from Rock Paper Scissors. We adore every single detail captured by the fabulous Kristyn Hogan!

Natives of Los Angeles, Michelle and Miguel wanted a spot for their wedding that didn’t feel like typical LA. The Legendary Park Plaza Hotel was the perfect venue for that, with its dramatic staircases, ceilings, and windows. The Dainty Lion helped Michelle and Miguel plan a celebration that was uniquely theirs, which included lush peony bouquets, baby’s breath topiaries, and pretty blooms in glass vases along tables peppered with gold sequin linens. Bridesmaids in taupe dresses were elegant, especially standing next to Michelle in a lace and tulle Pronovias gown from Bellasposa. We love Michelle’s blue Badgley Mischka shoes with sparkling brooches! Romantic touches such as floral stationery from Wedding Paper Divas and feather accents on place settings matches the drama of the location! A dessert table at the reception featured macaroons from Sweet and Saucy Shop, topped off with a cake designed by Hotcakes Bakes. We’re swooning over every detail in these photos from Love, Janet Photography!

One thing is clear from these images by Sarah Der of Kristen and Brendan’s Philadelphia wedding: fun was the theme of the weekend! With all the festivities centered downtown, Kristen says it was easy for guests to get around and explore the City of Brotherly Love. The ceremony was held at the intricately detailed Liberti Church, followed by a chic black and gold reception at The Down Town Club. Following Kristen’s request for lots of pink flowers, Cleavers Petals in the Park fashioned together shades of deep fuchsia and pale blush roses with hydrangeas and dusty miller. Deep turquoise bridesmaids dresses from The Dessy Group provide an additional splash of color. Kristen is breathtaking in a satin strapless St. Patrick gown from Tre Bella, Inc., and a veil trimmed in lace from Modern Trousseau. To ease the stress, Cescaphe Event Group coordinated the planning, design, and other particulars, so Kristen and Brendan could mingle and dance with guests before cutting their gold polka-dot cake—a playful twist on the elegant black and gold decor. We can’t get enough of this gorgeous affair!

The romance and softness of Emily and David’s Long Island City wedding belies the chaos of Manhattan just across the river, and we love the juxtaposition of both worlds in these images from Lindsay Madden! Appropriately held at Water’s Edge, with a breathtaking view of the city beyond, Emily and David began their married life together beneath a custom chuppah from Olam Wedding Canopies. She wore a Nicole Miller veil and gown, first spotted by her mother in the window of a Philadelphia bridal salon. Pastel flowers punctuated the venue and bridal party, including Emily’s bouquet—a mix of ranunculus, patience garden roses, parrot tulips, and Juliette garden roses in cream, white, and soft green and peach wrapped in antique white lace and ribbon—all by Sweet & Flower. Amidst the pale color palette, olive bridesmaids dresses from Amsale are rich touch that reference the fall season. Elegant decor and sparkly mercury glass continue the beautiful setting at the reception. We cannot choose a favorite from these stunning details!

Emily and Dan’s Columbus, Ohio, wedding is impossibly classic and sophisticated, with a dreamy palette of ivory, blush, and gold and dramatic pops of navy. The gorgeous St. Mary’s Catholic Church was host to the catholic ceremony, and the ethereal colors continued at the reception, held in the breathtakingly gorgeous The Westin Columbus. Marble floors and gold details created a fairytale space for Emily and Dan; Emily looked like a princess in a CB Couture lace gown, accented by a stunning vintage veil from Vera’s House of Bridals! Bridesmaids wore long navy dresses by  Joielle, but their flowers, like the others, were held to the neutral palette. Flowers on Springtree Lane translated Emily’s vision so that the blooms accented rather than competed with the surroundings. Textured roses on linens by Urquid Linen and the cake by The End Dessert Company were in keeping with the intricate detailing of the décor. We are simply in love with these swoon-worthy images from Two Maries!

Brecklyn and Cameron’s wedding in Austin, Texas, is the epitome of elegance. With a classic color palette of white, black and gold, the couple and planner Caplan Miller Events orchestrated a beautiful ballroom fete inside the Four Seasons hotel, preceded by a simple and traditional ceremony at Central Christian Church. Breckyln’s lace gown is stunning, with a crystal and silk detail that cinches her waist. We love the white bouquets bridesmaids carried, as well as the towering candelabra arrangements inside the reception! We’re so glad Jennifer Lindberg Weddings shared this stunning wedding with us!

Glamorous and classic, Lauren and Ryan’s Houston wedding had us at hello! After a traditional ceremony at their family church, the couple held an elegant reception at the stunning Crystal Ballroom, where guests enjoyed food from iconic Houston restaurant Sambuca and dessert from Who Made the Cake! Pale pink and ivory rose centerpieces from Special Arrangements complimented the beautiful venue, and Lauren’s bouquet was the perfect accessory for her Cinderella-style gown! Sit back and fall in love with the gorgeous images from the talented Reg Campbell!

You just can’t go wrong with Old South glamour and style, and we can back up that statement with these images of Rebecca and Taylor’s wedding from Laura Negri Photography. The sophisticated soiree, held at Wesley Chapel United Methodist Church and The Cloister at Sea Island, Georgia, left no detail overlooked, from lush arrangements of ranunculus and garden roses by the talented team at Sea Island to a custom cipher created by Alexa Pulitzer. We are absolutely dying over Rebecca’s Monique Lhuillier gown, with a full ruffled skirt and pink sash, complemented by rose gold Christian Louboutin peep-toes. Enjoy these fabulous photos while we try to pick our jaws up off the floor!

Shannon and Scott were married on a rainy day at the historical Mayflower Renaissance Hotel in Washington, DC. Their beautiful purple and ivory color palette included florals by Da Vinci’s Florist which were so so gorgeous with the elegant golds of The Mayflower. Everything about this wedding is just perfect. Shannon looked flawless in that fabulous dress, with her classic bouquet, and I love that cathedral length veil! Allison & Chris Britton did a fantastic job capturing this truly elegant day.

Today is a special day because I get to show you one of my all-time favorite weddings. Two years ago, the lovely Beka of Styled (formerly Innove Events) married her sweetheart Jesse.  Theirs was a joyous celebration in a gorgeous location, the Pennsylvania Governor’s Residence.  Of course, since Beka is half of one of the most talented event planning and styling firms around, each and every detail was perfectly thought out!  Another one of my all-time favorites, the wonderful Marie Labbancz, captured all of the beautiful images.

If you could imagine what a down home southern wedding would look like with a healthy serving of sophistication, we think it’s Shannon and Christian’s wedding, hands down. Our hats are off to Molliner Photography for capturing the sumptuous images we get to share with all of you. This Jekyll Island fête is one for the Pinterest boards (and don’t be afraid to add all of the images!). It’s draped in neutrals galore; set against the couple’s picture-perfect venue, Crane Cottage; and the blooms by Straton Hall Events are stellar. We can just imagine dancing the night away under the mesh of the palmetto and oak trees. It’s giving us all the heart eyes, y’all!

After Jessica and Zach got engaged, they sweetly joined Jessica’s parents on a trip to DC to celebrate their wedding anniversary. One of their excursions there was to take a walk on the grounds where her parents held their wedding ceremony, the National Cathedral. Naturally, they were so smitten with the gardens and the buildings that once they found out the Gothic-style cathedral was now hosting wedding receptions in addition to ceremonies, the New Yorkers jumped on the chance to get married there. Jessica wanted an “elegant and ethereal” day so with the help of Caroline Dutton Events and Kate & Lilly Floral Design, they drew inspiration from the Bishop’s Garden on the grounds. With Audra Wrisley capturing all the pretty pale pink roses, peonies, greenery, and everything in between, the duo said their I do’s and partied the night away in one of the most amazing venues we’ve seen.