Inspiration Shoots and Boards:

Relaxed and Romantic Forest Elopement Inspiration

featuring Lauren Swann Photography

There’s so much to inspire in this gorgeous elopement shoot from designer Adriana Marie Events. The team set out to create a soft, ethereal and relaxed vibe. The look was achieved with lush foliage and rich blooms by Blossom and Vine , soft plant-dyed fabrics, the bride’s flowing Tara la Tour gown, and an adorable barefoot couple skipping hand-in-hand through the tree lines to their forest nuptials. The private ceremony in the woods, a floral-themed sweetheart table by the lake, and sweet, gold-flake accented desserts and a decadent cake by Catherine George Cakes polish off the colorful, romantic mood. Lauren Swann Photography was behind the lens capturing all the beautiful details and we’re thrilled to be sharing them today.

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Designer: Adriana Marie Events // Photographer: Lauren Swann Photography // Florist: Blossom and Vine // Paper: KA Kalligraphy // Location: Blossom and Vine Farm // Baker: Catherine George Cakes // Bride model: Nina Laveau // Groom model: Jarrel // Gown Designer: Tara la Tour // Tuxedo: Capital Custom Clothier // Hair & Makeup: Pretty Weird Beauty // Ring: Trumpet & Horn // Shoes: Jimmy Choo // Linen: Rentals to Remember // Tabletop: Anthropologie

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Garden Romance and Whimsy Inspiration Shoot

featuring Awake Photography

The inspiration for this shoot designed by Spell Events was derived directly from the whimsy of the lush surrounding of the venue Tiny Boxwoods in Houston, Texas. The gardens are filled with charm and ambience and the team wanted to match that whimsey with the style of the editorial details. Bringing on floral-magic-maker Maxit Flower Design was a must. The abundant florals are romantic, graceful and filled with unexpected details like figs and seasonal fruits. Silk & Willow‘s moody linens are the perfect accent to the colors and warm feels from Maxit’s arrangements, while A Fine Flourish added a timeless touch with calligraphy. We’re loving all the rentals, but the farm table that was built for the shot by the design team is definitely a show piece. If romance and whimsy are what you’re looking for—this one has it all and every, single gorgeous detail is captured in these beautiful images by Awake Photography.

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Coordinating/Design/Furniture: Spell Events // Photography: Awake Photography // Florals/Design: Maxit Flower Design // Calligraphy & Invitation Suite: A Fine Flourish // Venue: Tiny Boxwoods // Wedding Cake: Buttercup Bakery // Hair & Makeup: Blush Worthy // Alice Chairs: Johanna Terry Events // Glassware & Flatware: Aztec Events & Tents // Live Painting: Jamie Lewis Artistry // Wedding Dress: Whittington Bridal // Bridesmaids’ Dresses, Shoes, & Accessories: BHLDN // Hairpieces: The Botanist Co. // Linens: Silk & Willow // Rings: Susie Saltzman // Chandelier: Décor and More Rentals // Bride Model: Madison Miller // Groom Model: Tyler Spell // Bridesmaids Models: Shelby Bastins / Emily McCollum // Ring Box: The Mrs. Box

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Lush, modern Inspiration Brought Indoors

featuring Jordan Brittley Photography

Jordan Brittley Photography and her team including planner Allie Rose aimed to create inspiration for couples who find themselves in those transition months – the months that happen when the weather and the colors are still changing in the Midwest. When a couple is itching to express the bold colors of spring, but might still be confined to an indoor venue. Along with amazing florist He Loves Me Flowers, the team knocked it out of the park and definitely brought the lush vibes the blooming season into the cool urban setting at Hotel Vandivort. The rich, modern textured of the venue are balanced by organic textures through the florals, wood table, and hand-dyed ribbon. We’re loving the result and are totally inspired by these gorgeous images by Jordan Brittley Photography.

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Photography: Jordan Brittley Photography // Planning: Allie Rose // Floral Design: He Loves Me Flowers // Paper Goods: Bre Corbett // Venue: Hotel Vandivort // Cake: Amy Cakes // Dress: MK Bridal Gowns // Shoes: Rampage // Rings: Golden Classics Jewelers // Ring Boxes: The Mrs. Box // Bridesmaid Dress: MK Bridal Gowns // Robes: Hotel Vandivort // Hair Design: Diamonds and Dos // Makeup: Brooke Messer // Groom’s Suit Designer: Joseph Abboud // Groom’s Shoes: G.H. Bass

Inspiration Shoots and Boards:

Moody, Red contemporary inspiration shoot

photography by Erika Delgado

This rich editorial imagined and directed by planner Roxanne Bellamy drew inspiration from a fashion forward couple whose desire is an understated, yet artful and contemporary wedding. The palette is moody and rich—perfect for a winter wedding. The florals, created by Anthology Floristry, Co., act as pieces of art and perfectly juxtapose the contemporary venue and décor. Simple in its design, Made Divine produced an invitation suite tying in the jacquard print within the paper goods with subtle blind de-bossing. Earth & Sugar fashioned an all-white confectionery vision decorated with white macarons and meringues and a single, red rosebud. Lucky for us, photographer Erika Delgado captured every element masterfully playing with light and shadows as only she can.

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Photography: Erika Delgado // Planning + Design: Roxanne Bellamy // Floral Design: Anthology Floristry, Co. // Stationery: Made Divine // Venue: Miami Ironside // Cake Artist: Earth & Sugar // Bridal Attire: Chic Parisien // Hair Stylist: Epic Hair Studio // Make-Up Artist: Your Facetyme // Furniture Rentals: Lavish Event Rentals // Wedding Ring: Dadlani Jewels // Bridal Accessories: Blavk Jewelry

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Palm Beach Tropical Inspiration Shoot

photography by Photos by Heart

It began with some whimsical flamingo inspiration and ended with this super fun Palm Beach inspired shoot from Grey Collective member Christina Sloan Events. From the adorable, punchy paper goods by Hadley Custom Designs, to he bright blooms and tropical greenery by Christina Sloan Events the inspiration is pure happiness. Rather than a sweetheart table, the team opted to create a Sweetheart Lounge with dramatic fan back cane chairs and a tropical leaf backdrop. The details are all captured by Photos by Heart and definitely have us craving a long weekend in the tropics.