wildflowers

There is something so natural and organic about wildflower bouquets and arrangements. Something so relaxed and carefree, unpretentious and whimsical--like you walked into a field, gathered some flowers and tied ribbon around them. Here are some hand-picked bouquets that are inspiring me:

{photos 1 & 2, Bob Schnell; Studio Castillero via Ruffled Blog; photos 4 & 5 Hugh Forte Photography via Wedding Chicks; Jennifer Hughes}

a rustic and romantic bridal portrait

Quite often I hear brides asking for unique and not so cookie cutter approaches to bridal portraits. The standard studio portraits are becoming obsolete and these trendy brides are turning to different ways to show off the goods. Herein lies the inspiration for this rustic and romantic bridal shoot photographed by the insanely talented, Meghan McSweeney and styled by LK Events & Design.

It was shot on a picturesque farm, complete with tall wheat stalks, Snickers the horse, a worn stable, and lots of manure. [Our shoes were thanking us later]. The dress, a dropped waist gown with fitted satin bodice and multi-layered tulle skirt, was designed and created by Charla Bjostad at Pleiades Vintage Bridal and Design Studio. Silk flowers with satin ribbons were weaved throughout the layers of tulle. Complimenting the dress, the bride wore a resin-dipped orchid necklace with strands of freshwater pearls and crystal. Charla also created the headpiece using an oversized silk peony and satin ribbon. Swoon.



We are so excited that the amazing Anne Marie over at Perfect Bound loved this shoot just as much as we did. To see much more of this bridal inspiration, step over to her gorgeous blog and check us out. Thanks Anne Marie!



Photographer- Meghan McSweeney Photography
Stylist- Lindsay Averette of LK Events and Design
Flowers- Carolyn Young
Hair and Make-up: Josh Henderson at Mango
Dress and Accessories: Charla Bjostad at Pleiades Bridal Design

friday details

{photograph by Meghan McSweeney, style by LK Events & Design}

Details we fell in love with this week...

The most intimate and romantic backyard wedding

Summer berry inspiration

A whimsical, tropical affair

Loving these vintage, linen napkins

The most darling country California wedding, part i and part ii

we all scream for ice cream

It could be my constant sweet tooth or the amazing InStyle ice cream shoot designed by the talented Amy Atlas that has me running for the nearest freezer, but either way I'm all about a sweet ending to a sweet day.

Instead of or along with your traditional wedding cake, surprise your guests with an ice cream bar.Or pull out all the stops and cater your ice cream from a local dairy shop--complete with the authentic outfit!

Want to impress your guests more? Try this mobile ice cream buffet! Or hire your local, darling ice cream truck to pull right on up to your reception. That way you're guests will get a blast from the past with all the kiddie flavors!

{Bridal Bar designed by Eat, Drink, Chic; Wedding Paper Divas; Christine Olson via Wedding Chicks; Culinary Crafts; The Weibners via Intimate Weddings}

unique boutonnieres

Trying to think of a unique design for boutonnieres? Here are a few out-of-the-box ideas I love:

{From top to bottom: Wishpot, Concepts in Bloom, Almasy Photgraphy via Elizabeth Anne Designs, Martha Stewart, Etsy}

pauline in paris

A few months back the fabulous Meghan McSweeney and I teamed up to produce these beautiful images for an Etsy jewelry designer, Pauline in Paris. Some of the necklaces have such a vintage flair with the muted beads and lace details, so I called on my vintage guru Charla Bjostad from Pleiades Bridal Design Studio here in Richmond, Virginia to help me adorn our flawless model.





Aren't those necklaces just divine? Check out the shop to see more eye candy!

We are so grateful that Grey Likes Weddings featured this shoot a few weeks ago, so swing on by to check out more stunning images! Also be sure to meander over to Meghan's blog for all the lovely goodness too.

**Style Me Pretty (eek!) also gave a sweet little shout out to the shoot at the bottom of a beautiful wedding Meghan photographed. Check it out here.


Photography: Meghan McSweeney
Style and Design: LK Events & Design
Flowers: Carolyn Young
Gown: Pleiades Bridal Design Studio, (804) 340-2966

meghan + philip, october 3, 2009

Back in October I had the privilege of working with the most gracious, fun-loving, outgoing couple, Megan and Philip. Still to this day, I have not met another couple who exudes more love and passion than these two people. They are best friends and when you meet them, you know.


They were married right outside Tappahannock, Virginia at the gorgeous Blandfield Plantation. The pictures do not do this stunning, private estate justice. A relatively new wedding venue, I couldn't keep my mouth closed while I toured the multiple acre estate. The gorgeous photography was captured by the oh-so-talented Jennifer Hughes.


Megan wore a stunning Monique Lhuillier gown with an intricate lace and crystal bolero. We stuck to what this gorgeous plantation had to offer with a color palette of mossy green, creams, and pops of various shades of purple. Satin eggplant linens were topped with potted plants and arrangements in eclectic, earthy vases. Guests could kick their feet up in the two chic, modern lounge areas that were created using white drapery and white couches with muted green and purple throws and pillows.

Guests signed fabric squares with notes and advice to the bride and groom, that they have made into a beautiful quilt for their new home in New York. Southern comfort food inspired the reception menu. Champagne Taste Catering provided amazing food stations including mac n'cheese, barbeque and mini sliders. We even brought in an authentic catfish and crabcake fry station that served them up made to order and on the spot hot!


Three different bands took the stage for the night of festivities. The couple walked down the aisle to an authentic bluegrass band, Michele Nixon and the Drive, while Sound Nation took the stage for the reception. Guest's anticipation built for the true-to-roots 80's band, The Breakfast Club, that closed the party with every hairband classic you can remember. We even adorned guests in pure 80's gear--Madonna fish net gloves, sunglasses, glow necklaces, earrings and more!


Ultimately this free-spirited, incredible couple just wanted one big huge BASH and that's what they got! We're excited to say that Completely Unveiled by Weddings Unveiled has featured Megan and Philip's wedding! Mosey on over to their blog and check out more of this amazing wedding!

Photography: Jennifer Hughes
Venue: Blandfield Plantation
Planning and Design: LK Events & Design
Catering: Champagne Taste Catering
Bands: Choice Entertainment
Flowers: Frances, 804.443.2025
Rentals: Classic Party Rentals
Tent and Lighting: Skyline Tent Rental
Gown: Monique Lhuillier
Cupcakes: Two Sweet Cupcakes
Photobooth: Virginia Photobooths & More
Videography: Ella Productions