Several of my engaged friends have asked about their registry: these days, do's and don't's appear to be... 'er... interpretive to say the least. Although I'm all for following the path that is most true to the couple and love the idea of creating a unique registry (such as honeymoon/travel-theme), it's sometimes useful to have a starting point.
Cue Martha.
Martha's point form Dos and Don'ts of Wedding Registries and Wedding Registry Basics are a great place to start. So, friends, have a look at these tips and use them as a launch pad to create a registry that is uniquely you. Above all, have fun!
Some things just go together like rama lama lama ke ding a de dinga a dong. Two of those things are the masterful photography of Max Wanger and the unique + rustic stylings of Bash, Please. Yet another collaboration (recently featured on Style Me Pretty) has me giddy with excitement.
This couple has mad style which is only accentuated by this creatively brilliant pairing.
Now... onto the details. Paige + Kelly of Bash, Please describe this couple as down to earth and organic people. The details of their wedding embody these sentiments brilliantly and are incorporated into every last element.
One of my favourite details is the venue's fireplace which was filled with candles in mason jars to up the romance ante.
apple pie pops might be one of the most brilliant things ever invented and the mini clip boards used to hold the menus are particularly sweet.
Evening ceremonies are so underrated. This one is absolutely stunning.
As described on their facebook page, The Ballerina Project grew from the idea of New York City as a magnet for creativity; each photograph is a collaborative work of dance, fashion design and photography played out against the city's landscape.
I'm in love. I want to purchase a piece from this collection but I'm having a hard time choosing a favourite. The following are at the top of my love list; however, the rest of the collection is equally stunning.
11x14 inch prints are $72 + $13.00 for shipping within the continental USA. 16x20 inch prints are $225.00 + $21.25 for shipping within the continental USA.
I'm thrilled to feature this stunning Victoria wedding, captured so brilliantly by the talented Georgie Wilson. (The glowing bride just happens to be my second-cousin Ashely). I was so impressed with the vintage and romantic affair that she pulled together I just had to share it. A big thank you to Ashley for providing commentary for these lovely photos.
The dress. This dress has a beautiful story. Ashely donned the same dress that was worn by her mother and her grandmother on their wedding days. Ashely had the dress altered to incorporate her own personal style but maintain the original elegance. I think the end result was perfect.
The wedding date chosen by the couple is also special. Ashely describes the significance of the date: My husband and I decided to be married on, what would be, my grandparents 50th anniversary. I was honoured to not only to be the third generation to wear my grandmothers dress but to also share the same anniversary date as my grandparents.
The bridesmaids wore three different styles of Jasmine Bridal dresses. I love how the white bouquets pop against the navy palette.
Their ceremony was held at St. Ann's Academy, a National Historic Site. Isn't it a gorgeous venue?
These post vow shots are adorable. I love the one on the right!
Ashely and Mike with Ashely's Grandma Pat who was the first to wear this special dress. One of my very favourite photos.
I just adore the vintage Hollywood feel of this photo. Timeless beauty.
The flowers were assembled by the Maid of Honour's mum, and the bride's "second mother," Cathy. She did a lovely job.
White umbrellas add to the vintage glamour of this day. They are so pretty against the rustic red of the building.
Cheers to girlfriends.
Ashely found these adorable flats on sale at Aldo for - wait for it - $16!
Ashely planned the entire day herself and set out to leave the guests remembering an intimate and romantic evening. She accomplished this by incorporating vintage elements like the typewriter that guests typed well wishes on and family wedding photos (that's Ashely's Grandparents, George and Pat, on their wedding day 50 years ago to the day).
The treat table consisted of cupcakes from Pink Sugar Cupcakes and and Norwegian desserts made with love by Ashely's and my Grandmas.
My Grandma and Grandpa at the reception. Aren't they adorable?
I love how Ashely describes their first dance: Our first dance as husband and wife was a blast. We took dance lessons together for a few month prior to the wedding and learned a routine to our song. The song we picked fit us perfectly- "I love you five times" by The Darkness (a British rock band).
I have to thank Ashely and Mike for sharing their special day with us. It is clear that their guests were treated to a very special evening that embodied the couple's style to a T.
Congratulations & love to you both!
Wedding Honour Role:
Photography: Georgie Wilson Photography Ceremony Venue: St. Ann's Academy Reception Venue: Fireside Grill Catering: Provided by Fireside Grill Flowers: Assembled by the bride's "second mother" Cathy (who also happens to be the mother of the bride's best friend and Maid of Honour, Sarah) Hair: Licorice for Hair Makeup: Melanie Baird Bride's Gown: a redesigned vintage gown worn by the bride's mother and grandmother Shoes: $16 on sale at Aldo! Bridal Party Dresses: Jasmine Bridal Groom & Groomsmen Attire: Black and White pin stripe suits from Black and Lee Tuxedos Desserts: Cupcakes from Pink Sugar Cupcakes and Norwegian desserts provided by the Bride's grandmother and great aunt. Music: The couple co-ordinated their own music with a laptop and their own speakers.
B and I are infatuated with HBO's Boardwalk Empire and - since ten of our fantastic friends from Vancouver (and two fabulous friends from Kamloops) agreed to visit for NYE - we thought it would make the perfect party theme. Cue the champagne, feathers, and strings of pearls, (fake) guns, suspenders, and bow ties. The night was perfect and the company, top notch.
I will be sharing more details from the party later this week but here is the inspiration board I used to prepare for the main event.
Since the styles of the 1920's have made a comeback as of late, gathering inspiration was much easier than I had anticipated. I focused on pieces that heightened the vintage charms: paper chains, tarnished silver and brass, antique candle holders, and lots of champagne flutes! As the clock struck midnight we played with sparklers and confetti rockets in the snow. What better way to ring in 2011?
