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21 Feb

SnapKnot wedding photography + giveaway

categories Sponsored Post

In honor of SnapKnot‘s fabulous community, they’re hosting an oh so very wonderful $1000 wedding gift card contest to invite all current and potential couples to utilize their easy-to-use wedding photography directory. A gift card to use at either Williams-Sonoma, Bed Bath & Beyond, or Crate & Barrel? Yes, please! Wouldn’t that be a sweet little prize to win just in time for your wedding day? More details here.

snap knot wedding photography

snapknot wedding photography

snap knot wedding photography

SnapKnot makes the search for your wedding photographer a whole lot easier. Search their wedding photography directory by budget and location, then save your favorites to check on additional details and their availability – so easy! With so many talented photographers all over the world to choose from, it can be tricky to find the perfect one. Trust us, we know the game. That’s what makes SnapKnot such a great resource for couples. Anything to make wedding planning easier, right? Check ‘em out & enter to win their $1,000 gift card giveaway!

photos by Love is a Big Deal / Anna Marie Carson

21 Feb

Condor’s Nest Ranch wedding: Nina + Matt

categories Real Weddings

succulents and vibrant wildflowers bouquet

We love us an outdoor California ranch wedding. There’s something so calm and beautiful about them. Which is exactly why Nina + Matt chose Condor’s Nest Ranch as their wedding venue. They made an entire weekend out of it with their closest family & friends, lounging by the pool and simply enjoying the picturesque location. The decor was kept simple since the venue had so much character to begin with, and the photos, by He & She Photography capture all of N + M’s giddy smiles and pretty details perfectly.

Anne Barge wedding dress

Bliss Bride veil

eclectic and vintage furnishings at Condor’s Nest Ranch

Condor’s Nest Ranch

20 Feb

Metallic desert styled shoot

categories Styled Shoots

Alberta Ferretti detailed gown

Taylor Lord and Lindsey Zamora and a handful of other creative folks headed to the desert to shoot this dreamy inspiration shoot. Metal and branches blended with lush florals on a tablescape set with beautiful calligraphy stationery. Soft light plays against a desert landscape to compliment a simple and natural design. The detailed gown paired with a foxy collar necklace play beautifully against the large scale rock formations, making the perfect spread for the modern bride. And then of course there’s a gold sequin number we’re swooning over. You’ll see!

Studio SloMo script invitations

glamourous desert bridal shoot

20 Feb

Gorgeous Napa Valley wedding: Libbie + Jesse

categories Real Weddings

confetti and honey comb pattern wedding invitaions

We’re so crazy about this wedding. It’s absolutely gorgeous in the way it fuses so many of our favorite wedding details: glittery elements, pretty paper, lovely typography, pattern, a sharp dressed wedding party, romantic floral design, personal touches, fancy cocktails, and a chandelier-lit dinner (served under the branches of a magnificent sycamore arbor). We’re so thankful Gary Ashley of The Wedding Artists Collective is sharing yet another beautiful wedding with us. You’re going to love it.

glitter paper flag accents

California love wedding invitations

Jenny Packham beaded wedding dress

Jenny Packham gold beaded wedding dress

Jimmy Choo gold sparkle heels

19 Feb

Budget friendly Iowa farm wedding: Justin + Chelsea

categories Real Weddings

white and cream fabric rosette bouquet

Aside from hiring their photographer, Jana Marie, Justin + Chelsea had the wedding of their dreams for a very sweet price tag of $2,500. Everything was handmade by their family & friends (their dads playing a huge part in this). Let us stress, everything. Really, they didn’t buy one piece of their decor. They couldn’t bear the thought of spending thousands of dollars on one day, but wanted their day to be personal, special, rustic, simple, cheap & memorable.

vintage lace wedding dress and blush pink bridesmaid dresses