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Officially the wedding season has started and here a glimpse of our first wedding.
A lovely couple, mixture of cultures, Russia meets the Netherlands, have decided to celebrate their wedding in this beautiful Castle situated in the beautiful hills of Florence, Tuscany, Italy. They chose the theme of ‘ travel and love’, their journey through life, sealed with a kissed and the promise of their love. The event was simple, fresh and romantic with many details as a reminiscence of the travel mood. Antique globe and an old travel case, blue and red striped borders on papers as if in an vintage envelop, names of cities as table names and many other more lovely details, were the main features of this wedding.
These are just some amateur images taken with my Instagram camera but I hope soon to have something more to post…more to come!
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One thing I love about living in Cambridge? It is such an international city, with people arriving to study here from every corner of the world. Last week, I helped the loveliest American couple host their engagement party – and was inspired by their super-sweet party favors!
Making s’mores is a famous American tradition – roasting a marshmallow and a layer of chocolate, sandwiched between two graham crackers, over a campfire, to make a delicious dessert. In a cute nod to their culture, this USA bride gave each of her guests a small bag filled with the ingredients for two s’more biscuits, tied up with ribbon and a hand-written heart label with instructions on h0w to recreate the s’more effect in the microwave!
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All the guests loved their s’more souvenirs - what a low-key, authentic idea for wedding favors! Of course, there are other ways to work these sweet treats into your wedding plans: how about a s’more dessert table on the day…
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Or even a s’more-themed proposal?!
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It’s all too easy to be inspired by the glitz and glamour of Old Hollywood. But the gossip magazine scandals and high profile divorce cases make it much harder to find movie star role models for happy marriage – not to mention understated, sincere weddings!
But here’s one beautiful exception. In 1945, Lauren Bacall married Humphrey Bogart in a small, intimate ceremony at a friend’s country home. They remained very much in love until Bogart’s illness and death in 1957.
I have always been incredibly moved by this beautiful quote from Lauren Bacall, describing her wedding day – the perfect inspiration for your own speech, perhaps:
“It was all clear blue sky all the way – as I was sure our life would be. I couldn’t forget Bogie’s tears. Every time I looked at him I welled up. How had I lived before him? I couldn’t remember my life before him – it all ran together, like watercolors. It seemed that everything that had ever happened to me had led to this day with him. I don’t know whether it was his particular personality, his strength and purity of thought, or whether all brides feel that way. Probably a combination. I had no doubt that this happiness would last forever. I could not imagine living a minute without him. From now on I would not have to – we were together now, like the man said, ’till death do you part.’”
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I just adored Kate Moss’s bohemian, 1920s-inspired wedding dress. But an original interpretation of this vintage vibe kept her John Galliano-designed gown fresh and even a little edgy. Although Kate was originally inspired by F Scott Fitzgerald’s The Great Gatsby and his wife Zelda’s Jazz Age style for her wedding vision, she put her own spin on things.
Whilst the ethereal Fitzgerald theme obviously inspired the beautifully embroidered veil, the hem is all about Kate’s own character – spangled with tiny golden paillettes and decorated with the beaded plumes of an imaginary phoenix, a creature that is “delicate and defiant, like Kate,” said Galliano.
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Kate and her dress designer worked together to create her dream day – she says:
“I wanted it to be kind of dreamy and 1920s, when everything is soft-focus… That light and that kind of fun decadence. It’s rock-’n’-roll Great Gatsby!”
The result? A refreshing mix of old and new – of Kate and her groom’s rock’n'roll interests and delicate, retro references – something truly unique, just perfect for the Chic Weddings bride!
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Looking for something similar? The English rose designer Alice Temperley embraces the same aesthetic with her feminine, floaty dress designs – and she’s just set up a bridal line! As the designer says, “People come in for something a bit more relaxed, not a normal bridal dress. They think of Temperley, and they think a bit more romantic and soft, and of a dress that will look as good on the dancefloor as down the aisle.” Here’s a sneak peek at the Ophelia collection…
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All the early springtime sunshine here in England has left me with picnics on my mind! Nothing is nicer on a bright, blue-skied April day than to lounge on the grass with some tempting finger food and a bottle of cava…
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Why not take inspiration from this gorgeous outdoor ceremony – instead of a formal seating plan, let your bohemian spirit loose and lay out picnic rugs and baskets for the wedding dinner instead!
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Didn’t Adele look like glamour personified at the Grammy Awards? The 1940s wave, the bright red lips… and, of course, those fluttering false eyelashes! A fabulously long, luscious pair of lashes can’t fail to make you feel feminine and femme fatale!
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But false lashes have had a fantastical makeover – why settle for something simple when you can choose little, whimsical works of art to adorn your eyes! Whether it’s delicate paper silhouettes, peacock feathers, neon pink, or tiny silver stars, you’re sure to find something to suit your personality…
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Mmm… cake! Who doesn’t love a delicious slice? And there is something just as sweet as the dessert itself about the old tradition of cutting the cake together on your wedding day. But tradition can still be shaken up a bit, in your own, unique way! I couldn’t believe my eyes when I saw these [almost!] too-good-to-eat creations from Choccy Woccy Doo Dah – bursting with color and fun!
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Why not let these works of art inspire you to get creative with your own wedding cake? Let your imagination run riot… wouldn’t it be amazing to cut into a slice of this rainbow-striped delight…
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…Or a strawberry shortcake extravaganza?
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More a gelato fan? How about this towering ‘cake’ of ice cream cones?
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You could even bring the baked-goods love to your wedding favors, too. The amazing Amanda Cupcake is a cake genius, and her creations are always dripping in sparkles and high fashion! Even better, she can whip up your very own customized cupcakes, inspired by everything from Lucille Ball to the Big Lebowski!
And take it from me – her unique ‘cupcake kaleidoscopes’ [delicious layers of Technicolor-sponge cake, sprinkles and edible glitter sandwiched into a glass jar] will keep even the most hard-to-please wedding guest happy!
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So proud today again, another feature on Style me pretty for the wedding of our lovely sweet couple, Michael & Francesca!
We are super happy !!!
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It’s easy to poke fun at over-the-top themed weddings [who could forget the ridiculous Gone With The Wind-style photo shoot in 27 Dresses!] – but an engagement shoot based on a movie that both the bride and groom adore can be a light-hearted and romantic take on the shared passions that brought the couple together.
That’s why I adore this unique wedding shoot. This cute and creative couple, inspired by their love of the classic Audrey Hepburn movie Roman Holiday, themed their photo shoot around some of the film’s iconic moments. All they needed was their hometown of Brighton, and a handy Vespa!
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With Eva and Clara‘s expert help, why not stage your own Vacanze Romane wedding photography on location? Channel Audrey Hepburn by zipping around the Eternal City on a hired scooter…
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Share an ice cream on the Spanish Steps…
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Reenact the famous scene at the Mouth Of Truth!
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…And waltz the night away on the fairy-lit barges at Castel Sant’Angelo, with your very own Gregory Peck!
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Just imagine how much fun you could have adapting these shots from the original movie trailer to your own romance [or even a 'Save The Date' email]!
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Spot the difference between these two!:-
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Is there anything more luxurious than beautifully crafted lingerie? The sumptuous silk and lace, the exquisite attention to detail… the almost-edible colours! – are all reasons we lust after these classy confections. There is simply no better confidence boost than the knowledge that you are rocking fabulous, flattering lingerie under your everyday outfit!
Traditionally, brides have tended to choose white for their wedding night. But with so many gorgeous shades and styles on offer, why not opt for something a little more eye-catching…?
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My favourite brand? It’s most definitely Mimi Holliday! With its high-fashion, avant-garde aesthetic, the Spring/Summer 2012 collection includes ranges with fun, flirtatious themes like ‘Pina Colada,’ ‘Club Tropicana’ and ‘Lemon Drop’ – I think I’ve fallen in love with this light-hearted, luxurious lingerie!
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