by: Lauren

Happy Monday afternoon everyone! As I mentioned last week, July is my birthday month, so I decided that I wanted it to be FULL of amazing wedding inspiration! Last week we had 5 days of red, white, and blue wedding ideas, and if you missed it, you absolutely have to take a look! This week is going to be fun, cheery, and bright with some fabulous yellow wedding ideas! Bumby Photography and At Last Wedding + Event Design teamed up to show us five different ways to incorporate yellow for a wedding. We’re starting off with a rustic style in a yellow and gray color palette, and it’s pretty gorgeous…

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From Jaclyn of At Last Wedding + Event Design:

The overall approach that we were going for when designing our mini series, especially our rustic style, was a DIY “I can do this on my own” type feel. Many of the décor elements that you see in this shoot were created on our own, with materials that we already had or that we produced ourselves. The wooden effect was very important to us when designing this look so we incorporated a simple wood table (a farm table would be perfect, as well), painted shutters and clothes pins. As well, twine is a perfectly simple way to jazz up a rustic style; tying them around flatware and mason jars fit perfectly! 

I think my favorite detail from this shoot is the placecards, and how they stand up on their own with mini-clothespins. A great idea, right?

So tell me- are any of you going to be using yellow in your own wedding? What color are you pairing with it?

Be sure to come back each day to see all the other styles of this miniseries!

 

Vendors who made it all happen…

Photographer: Bumby Photography / Planning & Design: At Last Wedding + Event Design / Florals: Peddles Flowers  


by: Lauren

A modern color palette of coral and aqua is perfectly gorgeous for today’s ocean-inspired wedding! Drawing inspiration from their time spent in Hawaii, Lauren and Rob’s Seattle wedding is absolutely beautiful- and when you add in seashells, gorgeous florals, and photography by Alante Photography, you have one fabulous wedding!

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From the planner, New Creations Wedding Design and Coordination:

Wanting to incorporate that seaside flavor and their time in Hawaii, we decided on coral, navy and sea foam green for the color palette.  Taking inspiration from the floral and coral found in Hawaii, our design was born.  The bridesmaid bouquets were custom to each girl- creating an ombre effect from dark to light as they stood in line during the ceremony.  Honoring Rob’s Jewish heritage, they said their vows under a beautiful birch wood chuppah draped in ivory chiffon.  

Keeping the rest of the décor simple and clean, the centerpieces were able to take center stage.  A mix of modern and whimsy, they incorporated real coral, succulents and a multitude of tropical flowers in a crown around the base of the vase filled with seashells and a candle. Other personal touches included hand-made escort cards held by pieces of coral and a seashell, a guestbook of their favorite wines to be opened at milestone anniversaries (they got engaged in Napa), a sword arch with Rob’s Navy buddies, and a serenade to “You’ve Lost That Lovin’ Feelin’” by the Groomsmen to Lauren at the reception.

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Aw, I love how Rob and his groomsmen serenaded Lauren- true Navy fashion! And the color palette is just perfect, don’t you think?

Are any of you planning on incorporating a place that is particularly special to you for your own wedding?

 

Vendors who made it all happen…

 

 

Photographer: Alante Photography / Wedding Planner/Coordinator: New Creations Wedding Design and Coordination / Reception Venue: Woodmark Hotel and Spa / Invitations & Stationery: Paper Passionista / Flowers & Decor: Sublime Stems / Cake Baker: Honey Crumb Cake Studios / Hair & Makeup: Michelle Chappron / DJ: Brandon Ghorley


by: Lauren

Charleston-based Sea Star Arts Boutique Photography loves capturing passion and soul in her beautiful images. Not only that, but Jeni’s own passion and soul is something that you will be able to feel right away. Sit back and get to know Jeni and her work a little more…

Vendor of the Week: Sea Star Arts Boutique Photography via TheELD.com

Why do you see yourself as being Modern, Vintage, Classic, or Eclectic?

Can there be a combination of all of these? Down here in the Holy City you get a bit of everything visiting and sometimes I am Modern Southern or Vintage Beach with Classic Portraiture and Eclectic decorations! Ha! Well, if I had to pick just one it would be Classic. With over 20 years in film and digital photography experience, Classic always wins. One day your Great Grandchildren will be looking at your photos and will want to relate, feel your love, and not laugh at the funny 70’s polaroid style photography my parents had!

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What is your favorite wedding detail you’ve ever seen or created?

I just adore the little details that each couple brings to their wedding. I had a bride studying to be a librarian so she collected vintage books for centerpieces (check out the slideshow!) and then there was the time we had an Ocean Dance with over 200 people surrounding the newly married couple on Folly Beach! Each wedding has a story and I am so lucky to be a part of the day!

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What is your favorite store or brand?

Oh now honey, I am a shopper! and who doesn’t love Anthropologie? I mean there is eye candy from the windows when you walk in to the dressing rooms when you’re trying on clothes! But more than anything I wait patiently for every catalog as they are styled brilliantly! Brings on endless ideas for my photo sessions.

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What is your favorite thing about weddings?

The excitement! I just cannot keep from crying at most weddings! When the groom sees his bride for the first time to the stolen moment alone for the first time, realizing that it really did happen! I just love how full our hearts feel. Emotion is hugging everyone and I am blessed to be a part of such a special time in everyone’s lives.

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What qualities do you possess that enable you to work well with brides and grooms?

Funny you should ask! I have grooms that have referred me more than brides… they think it’s cool to see me work with the crowd, capture details they didn’t even see and have me hang out with their closest friends and family. Because I take the time to get to know the couple, their vibe and style, we are already happy to see each other on the day of the wedding. There is comfort in knowing someone professional is on the scene to take great care of everyone most important to you on such an occasion.

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What steps do you take to ensure that your clients will have amazing wedding days when working with you?

I bring years of event experience, love and care to the planning and delivery of a perfect wedding day! From planning the engagement photos to the creation of a perfect album, I can bring knowledge and care to each part of the wedding planning process. I have traveled to home towns to capture family tradition for engagements, found special wedding locations for out of town brides to making sure the perfect portrait is taken for a mother who has the perfect place in her sitting room. I have made so many wonderful, long lasting friendships that all started with a precious ring and a “Will You?”

Vendor of the Week: Sea Star Arts Boutique Photography via TheELD.com

Sea Star Arts Boutique Photography

email: jeni@seastararts.com | phone: 843.608.0038

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by: Lauren

Happy Sunday everyone! Today’s we’re continuing with this summer’s new “Sunday Special” featuring videos full of  wedding photography tips from Every Last Vendor member Aislinn Kate Photography!

Wedding Photography Tips: Where To Get Ready For Your Wedding via TheELD.com

Last week we discussed contracts, and this week’s video is all about something that often times gets overlooked by brides- where to get ready for your wedding!

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Where are you planning on getting ready for your wedding? Have you given it any thought yet?

[Want to catch up with the other videos from this series? Go here!]