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We are super excited to announce an incredible opportunity for those of you who are strong contributors to your community and planning a wedding over the course of the next year. 16 Weddings, 16 Islands, One Priceless Day is a competition to present 16 deserving couples an all-expense paid dream wedding!!! The event is an effort to celebrate and reward those couples that volunteer their time and give services to support their community along with couples that are currently or are ex-active military personnel.

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16 Weddings, 16 Islands, One Priceless Day will take place on the 15th of January 2015.  With all expenses paid travel and stay in The Bahamas; these lucky couples dream weddings will also include the wedding rings, wedding gowns, tuxedos, wedding ceremony, wedding cake and reception.  For all participating couples, it will truly be an unforgettable event – one that will encourage them to continue the charitable work and sacrifice they have so selflessly been offering.

Sixteen beautiful islands await these lucky couples.  The weddings will take place on the majestic islands of Acklins & Crooked Island, The Abacos, Andros, The Berry Islands, Bimini, Cat Island, Eleuthera & Harbour Island, The Exumas, Grand Bahama Island, Inagua, Long Island, Mayaguana, Nassau Paradise Island, Ragged Island, Rum Cay Island, and San Salvador.

Enter to win at Bahamas16islandsweddings.com.  #BahamasWeddings

The 16 islands represent a diverse collection of destinations with distinct characters, flavors and attributes. Not only will these islands provide excellent hosts and backdrop for sixteen unique weddings, they will also show the world that The Bahamas is more than just beautiful beaches and inspire consumers to consider one of the sixteen islands wedding options. The giveaway also recognizes those among us that have served in their community or served their country and are therefore most deserving of an all-expense paid wedding!

The Islands of the Bahamas also launched a new romance trip planning wizard  called Trip Tuner on bahamas16islandsweddings.com to enhance a couples initial research and wedding planning experience. For more personal contact The Bahamas Wedding Desk at 888NUPTIALS is available to provide guidance and answer questions.

 
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If you haven’t already checked out part one of our feature about “How to Style Your Getting Ready Photos” you absolutely must. This afternoon, we’re onto part two, a little bonus round, if you will, thanks to Ashley Lindzon Events and Brietakespictures of Mango Studios.

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1. Shoes!!! It’s unlikely you’re willing to confess how many shopping hours and dollars you spent on those shoes. So make sure your photographer nabs the perfect shot!

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2. Never in your life will it ever again make sense to wear a veil, so be sure to include this beautiful once-in-a-lifetime accessory in your images. It’s always so beautiful to pair with your lingerie!

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See we told you! Just like these images, part one featured love letters and desserts…two of our favorite “Getting Ready” details!

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3. Include a few classy lingerie shots that you wouldn’t be embarrassed to show grandma!

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4. The half dressed shot is always so classic and downright lovely.

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5. Flowers, flowers, more flowers. Le sigh.

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Styling and Coordination: Ashley Lindzon Events // Photographer: Brietakespictures of Mango Studios // Florist: Blush and Bloom // Lingerie: Fortnight // Wedding Dress and Lace Kimono: Lowon Pope // Venue and Catering: The Drake Hotel // Hair and Make-up: Ashley Readings Hair and Make-up // Sweets: Nadia & Co. // Rentals: Happily Ever After Events // Model: Blythe Stark

Getting ready for your wedding day is one of the most exciting parts of the big day!!! Whether your an absolute bundle of nerves or full of yoga induced calm, the hours primping, sipping, and chatting should be cherished!  Photographers are almost always on hand to capture these moments, so we thought we’d run down a few things you ought to have on hand to make your beauty prep run smoothly and look beautiful!

Are you ready for these beautiful images put together for us by  Alison Vagnini Photography, Mile High Bride, Holly GerardTricia Egan, and Jessica Hearing with GORGEOUS florals by Violet Floral Design? Be sure to check in later today for part two of our Getting Ready Styling Tips!

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1. First up, because obviously we’re obsessed with flowers, we think you ought to have your flowers delivered early. This will make everything feel real as you get to enjoy the beauty of your fleeting blooms! Plus, it’ll make the room look extra gorg for the photos!

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2. Next, be sure to have on hand some of the lovelier details you’ll want to remember, such as your wedding day jewelry, and even the perfume you choose to wear (I bought a new bottle and used it sparingly during our engagement year, so the smell reminds me of all those wedding memories!). Make sure you have a gorgeous ring box to display your ring, and sentimental items like grandma’s hankie, or your something old/borrowed/blue can be worth capturing. You may also want photos of that sweet letter to your groom–beautiful stationery is an extra bonus!!!

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3. Your bouquet is always such a design highlight, so make sure that gets captured on film!

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4. A shot of your dress is a must! (Always make sure to have a beautiful hanger, rather than a heavy duty plastic one. Oh the horror!)

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5. Don’t forget to bring your wedding stationery on the day of the wedding. This is a great time to capture photos of those invites you worked so hard on! Make sure you have lovely stamps on hand to amp up the style.

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6. “Getting ready” shots of you are lovely in a well lit area with a simple background. I love when the bride’s makeup is already on…who wants to remember dark eye circles and pimples?! (Calling all photographers: No need for ample shots of makeup trays!!! Rather, keep it personal and simple!) Don’t forget a really lovely robe, and be sure to bring extra nail polish for final touch ups!

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7. Snacks for you and your ladies are always a must. I also think a sip or two of a cocktail can help calm those nerves! Just make sure to pace yourself and drink plenty of water too! Stay hydrated and well fed! If you feel like throwing a few blooms in there to style up the drinks and fruit platter, I’m all for it. I mean you can just call me “Mrs. Over-the-Top.”

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8. Lastly, be sure to get that final shot of you in your gown, putting on the finishing touches. How gorgeous, no?

Vendors: Photography: Alison Vagnini Photography // Planning: Mile High Bride // Venue: Parkside Mansion – Denver, Colorado // Styling: Holly GerardTricia EganJessica Hearing // Florals: Violet Floral Design // Vintage Rentals: A Vintage Affair Events & Rentals // Hair: Hair with Kate // Makeup: Kelsey Zabawa Makeup Artistry // Gowns: Leanne Marshall & Rebecca Schoneveld from a & be Bridal Shop // Paper Goods: Little Green Chair Studio // Models: Hannah Blatt & Allie Frank // Jewelry: Sara Watts // Bridal Robes: Nordstrom

This past Valentine’s Day, Lover.ly, the wedding planning one-stop-shop revolutionizing the way couples plan weddings, introduced “Real Weddings,” a digital keepsake where ANY & ALL past brides and grooms can easily save and share their wedding day memories forever online. One of our immediate favorite finds from the real weddings section is this elegant Sonoma wedding with images from Leah McCormick.

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This is the first time ever, anyone who has ever been married in the history of marriage can have a profile on Lover.ly. Past brides and grooms simply visit Lover.ly/real-weddings to share your love story, wedding tips, photos and tag your vendors. Lover.ly will profile user submitted real weddings shortly after submission.

For even more fun, the first 100 real weddings submitted and profiled on the platform will receive a free Lock-N-Key Key Chain set from Lover.ly launch sponsor Things Remembered, the nation’s leading retailer of personalized gifts.

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Things Remembered is a company that enjoys a long legacy of helping people celebrate and memorialize their most treasured milestones in life. From engagements and weddings to babies and new homes, Things Remembered is ready to help a new generation celebrate major life milestones.

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This post almost writes itself. When you see the images, you won’t need any convincing that Riley & Grey have created the most chic wedding websites (and limited edition templates) that I can possibly think of. Influenced by fashion and decor design, the aim of Riley & Grey is to help couples reflect the style they have outside of weddings.

Not only that, but their mobile design is so gorgeous and easy, it’s darn near thrilling. You can easily change your designs at any time, set up is time is quick and easy, and with an incredibly affordable monthly rate and crazy good customer service, we’re absolutely sure you’ll lose your pretty little head over this one.

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