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Well, my dears. First, a very happy congratulations to all of you lovely ladies who are sporting a brand new gem on your finger! We love welcoming newly engaged gals, and the beginning of the year is always so much fun–it’s a time for so much hope and anticipation!

To start off our very first week of 2012, we have a gorgeous (to the third power) styled shoot produced by Easton Events and shot by Eric Kelley Photography. This team of vendors out of Virginia is about to blow you away!!! We absolutely can’t say enough about Easton Events, who always creates the most gorgeous gorgeous weddings along with elegant florals by Beehive Events! And Eric Kelley has sent over some of our fave type of images: FILM! I could not be more excited to start our new year off right: with sparkly shoes, glitter favors, bubbly champagne, and glowy light! Be absolutely sure you check back in with us for more of this shoot!

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Photographer: Eric Kelley // Decor: Easton Events // Floral Design: Beehive Events // Paper Suite: Rock Paper Scissors // Calligraphy: Tara Jones // Dress: Samuelle Couture // Shoes: Louboutin and Jimmy Choo // Suit: Custom from Beecroft and Bull  // Cake: Maggie Austin // Make-up: Lora Kelley // Hair: Lucas Schaffer – Redkin Stylist // Venue: Pippin Hill Farm & Vineyard // Car: Silver antique Jaguar // Models: Modelogic Wilhemina

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To kick off our week of Collective features, we’ve got a sneak peek you’ll love beyond measure. Here are some images of one of our featured members, photographer Trent Bailey. You can check out his vendor page here! We’ve got lots more coming at you!

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My darlings! Happiest of happy Fridays to you all! Today, we’re sending you off to the weekend with two great things. First, a photo shoot put together by the ladies of Details Details at their recent Coordinator Confab. This color palette that is so refreshing, inventive and inspiring, that I can hardly stand it. Second, we’ve got some exciting news. Jeannie, from Details Details (literally one of the most premiere wedding event and planning companies in our industry) is hosting another workshop for aspiring wedding planners on January 30 & 31!

I get lots of emails from gals who are interested in the wedding planning career path, and there is nothing like gaining firsthand knowledge and wisdom from someone who is so experienced in the industry! Enjoy a few of the gorgeous photos from their last workshop and read a bit more about what’s up at the Coordinator Confab. (And I’ll be making a guest appearance on day two!).

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Coordinator Confab is an interactive 2-day seminar designed to educate aspiring and Novice Wedding Planners, Coordinators, and Designers. This seminar is also ideal for those serious Wedding Planners who have creative design capabilities but have not received hands on comprehensive training in relation to event execution.

Our seminar will cover the fundamentals of Wedding Day Coordination as well detailed instruction on how to properly execute a wedding from beginning to end, including understanding BEO’s, reviewing vendor contracts, and properly drafting an extensive minute- by- minute timeline. We believe that extensive timeline preparation and communication with all vendors prior to the event date is the key ingredient to executing a flawless event. In addition, we will run through the specifics on conducting a rehearsal, orchestrating the entire wedding day, how to train your own wedding day assistants, and many tips in between. Do you know how to tie a bow tie or handle a French bustle with confidence?

The information will be presented in a fast-paced, fun, classroom atmosphere where attendees will have the opportunity to learn invaluable information about branding, marketing and legal issues from Southern California’s top industry professionals whose expertise has been sought out both locally and internationally.

The wedding business is an extremely competitive industry, and it is very common to seek the advice of seasoned planners and be turned down simply because one is looked upon as the “competition”. Some then turn to enrolling in online wedding planning courses or join local associations that may only leave them with outdated materials and books that they never look at again.

Details Details is an event planning company who has a successful track record and reputation in the industry, and is willing to share our “secrets to success”. This seminar we will open the doors of communication between the Novice Wedding Coordinator and the Details Details Event Planning Team, giving everyone the chance to learn from real people and conquer the key essentials of wedding coordination.

You can see more from this shoot, which was originally featured on Wedding Chicks!

A bride in tights, a fur caplet and shimmery heels. Gold, grey and emerald colors. Knit gloves as favors. Romantic woodsy details. Snowy overlook. This winter inspiration shoot is full of brilliant ideas and inspiration all shot by photographer Amy Lashelle at The Sky Lodge in Park City, Utah. I’m in the mood for hot cocoa and fireside cuddling. How about you?

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Photography: Amy Lashelle // Hair Stylist: Janelle Ingram // Floral Designer: Branches Event Floral // Invitation Designer: Polka Dots & Daisies // Dress Store: Lily & Iris, Gateway Bridal // Makeup Artist: Versa Artistry // Tuxedo and Mens Attire: Beckett & Robb // Bakery: Cake-A-Licious // Other: The Sky Lodge

In continuation of our homage to Thanksgiving, today we have a gorgeous “FALL in Love” shoot from Diana Marie Photography and floral designer Fleurology. I love imagining a cozy autumn wedding with a scarf wrapped around the bride, jewel toned blooms, fig pastries, and hot apple cider! Oh…and the sweater wrapped on the invite? Too great!

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Photography: Diana Marie Photography // Floral: Fleurology | Wedding + Event Floral Design // Stationery: Paper Bloom // Cake: Sugar Cubed Cake Creations // Bridal Accessories: Elizabeth Perry Collections // Bridal Gowns: Ania Couture // Bridal Headpieces: Jannie Baltzer // Bridal Sash: Nicky Design // Venue: Springhouse Cellar Winery // Dessert Table: One Divine Party // Pastries: NuVrei Bakery // Plates, napkins, cups: Anthropologie