Bejeweled

Things I'm loving this week: evening walks in the crisp fall air, apple eau de vie, and the love and strength of my community in a dark, difficult week. Hope you're all taking care of yourselves.


Art Deco invitation from Bella Figura.

Go for Gold

A perfect pair for the minimalist bride who doesn't mind a little shine.

"Linda" sandals by Aquazzura, image by Erich McVey.

Peep toed

Sometimes you just need a classic. A glittering, gorgeous classic.

Image by When He Found Her, pewter Mary Jane peep toes by Jimmy Choo.

Botanical

This week I'm loving hand canceled wedding invitations (and my sweet guy, who braved the post office solo!), a week full of celebrations big and small, including some big successes at the office, and the ton of beautiful weddings featured this week. What are you loving?


This simple Smoky Mountains celebration is so lovely.

Prepare yourself for romance at this Italian destination wedding.

This chic Dallas wedding does it for me.

This video is will come in handy since I'm fairly certain I pricked my prom date...

This Napa wedding is gorgeous.

Lenox Botanical Invitation by Ditto Paper for Bella Figura.

Tango

Or salsa, or waltz-I imagine absolutely any step would look gorgeous in these golden beauties.

Image by Khaki Bedford Photography, gold "Tango" ankle-strap pump by Valentino.

Cordelia

This week I'm loving letterpress invitations (no surprise there!), a supportive partner when wedding planning-or really, life-gets a little challenging, and lots of really inspiration as we get to the home stretch! Tell me, what are you loving lately?

A surprise wedding and a chic bridal jumpsuit? I'm game.

This English fête is one of my favorites so far this year.

This couple is crazy stylish, and I love their lush floral arrangements.

Speaking of crazy stylish, this Aspen winter wedding is melting my fashion-loving heart.

This Italian elopement is gorgeous.

"Cordelia" gold foil invitation by Kelle Anne McCarter for Bella Figura.

Stephanie & Brian

Though Stephanie and Brian live in London and got engaged in Paris, they picked the bride's alma mater, Indiana University of Bloomington, to tie the knot. The couple thoughtful incorporated details that represented their world-wide adventure into their wintry wedding, starting with delicate ivory and navy invitations from Double Bravo Designs.

Stephanie wore a 50's lace gown from a vintage bridal shop in London; an elbow length tulle veil and a pair of ivory Fendi peep toes completed her classic look. She carried a classic rose and tuberose bouquet by event planner Cathy Teeters, tied with "something blue" (an ink-stained handkerchief that her grandfather passed down to her father) and finished with "something borrowed" (her grandmother's brooch). Brian's bespoke Paul Smith suit paired beautifully with his black Paul Smith shoes, a simple Gucci tie and a pair of vintage cufflinks his new wife had given him years earlier.

The intimate Beck Chapel served as the perfect ceremony site for this romantic pair, and after exchanging vows and antique wedding rings, the couple and their nearest and dearest headed across the snowy campus to the Indiana Memorial Union for a candlelight supper. After a slice of cake from their three-tiered Sugar and Spice confection, the new Mr and Mrs danced cheek to cheek to "Si tu vois ma mère". The theme song to Midnight in Paris was the perfect way to honor their engagement in Paris and start their married life off on the right foot.

Many, many thanks to photographer Eric Rudd for sharing these beautiful images with me; I can't image a more perfect way to start the new year! Tell me, what's your favorite photo or detail from this wintry wedding?

Tribute

These luxe YSL sandals are certainly worthy of their fabulous name-cheers to all that glitters!

Image by Lauren Michelle, Tribute Sandals by Yves Saint Laurent.

Emily & John

Emily and John chose a rich shade of emerald for their fall fête, proving that green isn't just for spring-it's positively lovely in autumn! Charleston's William Aiken House was the perfect setting for their classic celebration that married vintage details with a fresh color palette and Southern hospitality.

Emily wore a silk satin Anna Maier Ulla-Maija gown, a pair of gunmetal Jimmy Choo pumps, pearl drop earrings and a pearl and crystal bracelet. A pearl and crystal hairpin and a simple chapel length veil were tucked into her romantic updo, and the bride carried her pale pink lipstick in a pearl minaudière. Bridesmaids wore emerald green silk chiffon gowns from J.Crew, and carried petite versions of the bride's ivory bouquet by Ooh! Events with dusty miller and eucalyptus. The bridal party's youngest member looked sweet in an ivory tulle confection by Olivia Kate Couture and a waxflower crown, while John and his groomsmen wore handsome navy suits and emerald striped bowties.

The pair exchanged their wedding vows in the courtyard of the William Aiken House, where Palmetto Strings provided elegant accompaniment. After the ceremony, guests enjoyed the couple's signature citrus cocktail and passed hors d'oeuvres from Charleston's Fish Restaurant before heading into the dining room for dinner. Lush arrangements of ranunculus, dahlias and dusty miller by Ooh! Events matched the opulence of the vintage place settings and gold flatware, and event planner Haley Kelly of A Charleston Bride made sure each detail was perfectly in place. After a fabulous evening on the dance floor, Emily pulled on a white fur stole and kissed her mister beneath sparklers held by cheering friends and family.

Though I'm certain the memories of their wedding day will last a lifetime, the couple was lucky to have the talented Virgil Bunao on hand to capture each gorgeous moment. Tell me, what's your favorite detail from this stunning celebration?