SCRIPTED: As if torn from the pages of an old Italian manuscript, this gorgeous invitation suite, replete with hand painted envelope liner and relief of the town or Orvieto, perfectly set the tone for the intimate Italian love affair to come. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
Two antique gold Italian lockets, strands of vine plucked from the Badia’s ancient walls, and a few vintage Italian stamps (look closely and you can see an image of the architecture in one of the stamps!) were the only embellishments needed to complete this flat lay. See more on bit.ly/BadiaWedding
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Photographer @whiskersandwillow | Design and Planning @hautefetes | Florals @floresie | MUAH @beautybystaceymua | Stationery and Calligraphy @shastabellcalligraphy | Tabletop and Rentals @preludiodivisionenoleggio | Gown @kinsleyjamescouturebridal @lizmartinezbridal | Veil @theveiledbeauty | Shoes @bellabelleshoes | Linens @latavolalinen | Men’s Suit @hugo_official | Models @iconmodelsagency
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#labadiadiorvieto #weddinginvitation #handcalligraphy #watercolorinvitation

FEATURED: reliving some amazing memories today from our trip to Italy last Fall with this beautiful feature up on @weddingsparrow. The simplicity, intimacy and romance of this ceremony set up is so quietly powerful. It was humbling to think of the many vows exchanged here before us, and exhilarating at the same time to experience the serenity of this exquisite venue. I can’t wait to go back and recreate the magic for our couples getting married in Italy in the future. See more of the romance at bit.ly/BadiaWedding
IN PRIMO PIANO: oggi riviviamo alcuni fantastici ricordi del nostro viaggio in Italia lo scorso autunno con questa bellissima pubblicazione su @weddingsparrow. La semplicità, l'intimità e il romanticismo di questa cerimonia sono così silenziosamente potenti. È stato un onore pensare ai molti voti scambiati qui prima di noi, ed allo stesso tempo esaltante provare la serenità di questa raffinata location.
Non vedo l'ora di tornare e ricreare la magia per le nostre coppie che si sposeranno in Italia in futuro.
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Photographer @whiskersandwillow | Design and Planning @hautefetes | Florals @floresie | MUAH @beautybystaceymua | Stationery and Calligraphy @shastabellcalligraphy | Tabletop and Rentals @preludiodivisionenoleggio | Gown @kinsleyjamescouturebridal @lizmartinezbridal | Veil @theveiledbeauty | Shoes @bellabelleshoes | Linens @latavolalinen | Men’s Suit @hugo_official | Models @iconmodelsagency
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#labadiadiorvieto #weddingceremony #candlelightwedding

ROMANZA: Inspired by the colors, textures and romance of Umbria, I am so excited to share a peek of this exquisite Italian love story, coming to @weddingsparrow this Monday.
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Photographer @whiskersandwillow | Design and Planning @hautefetes | Florals @floresie | MUAH @beautybystaceymua | Stationery and Calligraphy @shastabellcalligraphy | Tabletop and Rentals @preludiodivisionenoleggio | Gown @kinsleyjamescouturebridal @lizmartinezbridal | Veil @theveiledbeauty | Shoes @bellabelleshoes | Linens @latavolalinen | Men’s Suit @hugo_official | Models @iconmodelsagency
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#labadiadiorvieto

AL FRESCO DINING: with summer right around the corner, I’m dreaming about outdoor dining under the stars, with cabanas like these draped in chiffon and climbing vine.
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Photography @kristinaadamsphoto | Design, Planning & Styling @hautefetes | Florals @carlakayes | Cabanas and Production @brighteventrentals @dandrea_nicole | Rentals, Tabletop and Furniture @archiverentals | Linens @latavolalinen | Dessertier @heytherecupcake_ | Hair & Makeup @danielleryanbeauty | Wedding Dress @martinalianabridal | Bridesmaids dresses @jennyyoonyc | Stationery and Calligraphy @bypriscillalee | Videography @carson.church.media | Band @brothersgow | Cigar Bar @elcanitocigarevents | Audio @showimaging | Venue @theinnatrsf
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#reception #alfrescowedding #romanticwedding #gardenwedding #outdoorwedding #weddingcabana #receptiondecor #ranchosantafewedding

GUEST BOOK: For Jenna and Kory’s wedding, in lieu of a guest book, we designed a custom scroll onto which we illustrated kumquats that reflected their venue and hand calligraphed their vows. Guests were asked to sign it as witnesses to their wedding. Such a heartfelt alternative to a guest book and a momento that now forever hangs in their home.
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Photography @spostophoto | Design, Planning & Styling @hautefetes | Florals @plentyofpetals | Ribbon @bellameribbon | Rentals @archiverentals | Linens @latavolalinen | Candles @yummicandles | Stationery and Calligraphy @bypriscillalee @amorepaperandink | Venue @ranchovalencia
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#weddingdetails #guestbookideas #handcalligraphy #ranchovalenciawedding #spanishwedding #mexicanwedding

SET THE TABLE: it’s finally Friday — anyone else had the world’s longest week? — and I’m getting the studio set up for a tabletop mock-up tomorrow for Lisa and Virak’s wedding at Greystone Mansion. All the pretty peach tones we’re using remind me of one of my forever favorite Spring tables, beautifully designed by the @lauriearons team at last year’s #weddingplannermasterclass.
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@katiecolosilase I @kaeskitskolase@haykupeclase I @erichmcvey I @santaluciapreserve I @kathleendeerydesign I @urbanparlour I @casadeperrin I @illusionslightingdesign I @hensleyeventresources I @theonicollection I @ambermoondesign @pitbullsposies I @emilyroseink I @sherrielong I @calebjordanlee I @czarpress I @walkervalentine
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#tabletop #weddingtabletop #weddingreceptiondecor #pastelwedding #monogrammednapkins

WEDDING PUP: back in 2008 when the movie, “Marley and Me”, came out I had no idea what all the fuss was about. Now that I’m a pup mama of a two-year old golden doodle, Milo, I get it. In fact, I’m beyond obsessed — even my boys tease me that I often prefer my four legged fur baby over them (anyone who has teen sons will likely appreciate the ounce of truth in this!) So, of course when Jenna suggested matching groom and pup ties for handsome Kory (the groom) AND Mikey (the black lab), I was all for it. And, boy is this a favorite wedding portrait of mine! As seen on Carats & Cake at bit.ly/JennaandKory
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Photography @spostophoto | Design, Planning & Styling @hautefetes | Florals @plentyofpetals | Ribbon @bellameribbon | Bride’s dress @misshayleypaige | Rentals @archiverentals | Linens @latavolalinen| Stationery and Calligraphy @bypriscillalee @amorepaperandink | Venue @ranchovalencia
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#bride #groom #weddingpup #weddingdog #dogsinbowties #alfrescowedding

INTIMATE AFFAIR: I’m going to let you into a secret. I LOVE intimate weddings. Don’t get me wrong, big weddings are beautiful, too. But, if the thought of inviting 200 of your nearest and dearest overwhelms you, an intimate affair may be your answer.
I loved planning Jenna and Kory’s wedding. The vision: Love in a Spanish garden. We took a larger venue and made the space feel intimate by getting creative with seating and table layouts. Guest experience was paramount, so we added little touches like monogrammed linen cocktail napkins, baskets of cashmere blankets, personalized menus, and specialty lighting and furnishings like these gorgeous pews and iron floor candelabras enveloped in vine. We thought outside the box and designed each space (not just the tables) to create an experience tied together by the most beautiful color palette, florals and story telling.
It was more than beautiful, it was magical: from Kasia’s floral artistry in molding blooms, citrus and pomegranate branches as one, to the laughter, tears, and clinking glasses that were captured by Shauntelle to perfection. The magic unfolded before our eyes to the haunting melodies of flamenco guitar and twinkling candlelight. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
A huge thank you @caratsandcake for letting us relive it all! See more of this perfect day at bit.ly/JennaandKory and for behind the scenes inspiration, check out my Pinterest board, “Spanish Garden”. Photography @spostophoto | Design, Planning & Styling @hautefetes | Florals @plentyofpetals | Ribbon @bellameribbon | Rentals @archiverentals | Linens @latavolalinen| Stationery and Calligraphy @bypriscillalee @amorepaperandink | Venue @ranchovalencia
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#weddingceremony #weddingceremonydecor #pews #weddingarch #weddingflorals #alfrescowedding #howdoyourancho

TAKE A SEAT: The prettiest hand calligraphed escort cards presented on the prettiest vintage silver tray. Take a cue from the pros and spray paint your escort card holders to match your stationery suite. As seen on @stylemepretty. Read more at bit.ly/Greekwedding
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Photography @kristinaadamsphoto | Design, Planning & Styling @hautefetes | Florals @carlakayes | Cabanas and Production @brighteventrentals @dandrea_nicole | Rentals, Tabletop and Furniture @archiverentals | Linens @latavolalinen | Dessertier @heytherecupcake_ | Hair & Makeup @danielleryanbeauty | Wedding Dress @martinalianabridal | Bridesmaids dresses @jennyyoonyc | Stationery and Calligraphy @bypriscillalee | Videography @carson.church.media | Band @brothersgow | Cigar Bar @elcanitocigarevents | Audio @showimaging | Venue @theinnatrsf
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#escortcard #escortcards #escortcarddisplay #escortcardtable #weddingplacenames #handcalligraphy

FASHION FORWARD: OK folks, I have been literally dying over the gorgeous bridal gowns coming out of NYBFW and my Pinterest board is packed with images of some of my favorites from Oscar de la Renta, Carolina Herrera, Mira Zwillinger and Jenny Packham. Who else is with me? One thing is for sure. Lace and flower appliqués, sumptuous fabrics, and exquisite hand-crafted detailing is not going anywhere. Newly interpreted, however, for Spring 2020 I’m seeing a slew of new silhouettes, a focus on fit even if frothy, and lots of texture, all of which is taking bridal fashion to the next level which is great news for the 2020 bride. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
In the meantime, I love the simplicity of this mannequin shot of Rachel’s dress which immortalizes the bodice detail in her gown, perfectly.
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Photography @kristinaadamsphoto | Design, Planning & Styling @hautefetes | Florals @carlakayes | Cabanas and Production @brighteventrentals @dandrea_nicole | Rentals, Tabletop and Furniture @archiverentals | Linens @latavolalinen | Dessertier @heytherecupcake_ | Hair & Makeup @danielleryanbeauty | Wedding Dress @martinalianabridal | Bridesmaids dresses @jennyyoonyc | Stationery and Calligraphy @bypriscillalee | Videography @carson.church.media | Band @brothersgow | Cigar Bar @elcanitocigarevents | Audio @showimaging | Venue @theinnatrsf
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#weddingdress #weddinggowns #bride #ranchosantafe