I don't think I'd be bold enough to wear them on my wedding day though. They make me feel too self conscious.
Which is why I think these girls are super awesome for rocking their specs with serious style.
Showing posts with label brides. Show all posts
Showing posts with label brides. Show all posts
Tuesday, 6 September 2011
Speccy love
I wear glasses, well contact lenses most of the time. Without them I am bliiiind. And I like rocking the spec look from time to time.
I don't think I'd be bold enough to wear them on my wedding day though. They make me feel too self conscious.
Which is why I think these girls are super awesome for rocking their specs with serious style.
I don't think I'd be bold enough to wear them on my wedding day though. They make me feel too self conscious.
Which is why I think these girls are super awesome for rocking their specs with serious style.
Friday, 2 September 2011
To veil or not to veil?
I always used to think veils were kind of old fashioned and not in a good way. Now I've just about come full circle.
Last week's shoot featured the most exquisite French lace veil and there's something so ethereal and wondrous about a veil done right.
Which one's your favourite? Think it's the last one does it for me, something about those rhinestones.
Wednesday, 27 July 2011
Black wedding dresses
I salute anybody brave enough to rock a black wedding dress. In fact I wish more brides wore black at their wedding, it's so dramatic and glam.
Technically this is an engagement shoot, but it's pretty enough to be a wedding dress so I'm including it.
When I looked into it though, it seems it's pretty tricky to find black wedding dresses that aren't gothic. Surely there's a market for them? I know Vera Wang does a splendid black wedding dress but unless you're got that kind of budget there doesn't seem to be a lot out there. Certainly not in the UK.
So designers are you listening? We need some classy, elegant, fun, sexy, whatever, black wedding dresses. As much variety as with the white dresses please.
Thoughts? Am I alone in this? Is this why there don't appear to be many decent black wedding dresses out there?
Thursday, 19 May 2011
Girl Meets Dress
Christopher Kane hire £189 RRP £575
Aftershock Palais Maxi dress hire £99 RRP £399
Schumacher graphic print tunic hire £109, RRP £252
Designer dresses without the hefty price tag? Don't mind if I do.
Girl Meets Dress has loads of dresses from the likes of Marc Jacobs to Halston ready and waiting for girls like us to hire for that special occasion.
Now I don't know about you, but I'm not in the habit of buying designer labels (much as my heart sometimes sighs for them) so I love the idea of this site.
From a wedding boutique (with brides, bridesmaid and wedding guest options) to work function outfits, Girl Meets Dress has a lot of dresses for your perusal. It seems pretty straightforward and you can do it all online.
What do you think? Would you hire a dress for an event or do you always want to own what you buy?
And you can see me on their blog here!
This isn't a sponsored post incidentally, I just wanted to share.
Sunday, 8 May 2011
Hair envy
It's all about plaits (braids for you US folks) and buns for me at the moment. Elegant but relaxed. Perfect bridal hair.
from ...love Maegan
from HappyNess original source unknown
from Loveology original source unknown
from Once Wed
from Elle Magazine
from A Cup of Jo
from ...love Maegan
from HappyNess original source unknown
from Loveology original source unknown
from Once Wed
from Elle Magazine
from A Cup of Jo
Monday, 18 April 2011
A slightly sickly Monday Medley
What a week last week was! Working with new clients, photo shoot planning and attending the wedding Oscars aka Rock n Roll Bride's party. Unfortunately it has all taken it's toll and I am now laid up with a chest infection. Which is not all bad because it gives me time to put together a little selection of what's been catching my eye this week.
the photo shoot
from Ashton Jean-Pierre Photography
Charley from London Bride and I have been working on a new project. All I can say now is it involves weddings (but of course) and music. Fingers crossed it will be launching very soon but in the meantime here's a sneak peek of the shoot shot by the marvelous Ashton Jean-Pierre.
the engagement shoot
Which leads nicely onto this super cute and fun engagement sesh. Well worth a look through the other images.
from Polka Dot Bride
the bride
I have a bit of a thing about walls in photos and this image kind of takes my breath away.
from our labour of love via forget me knot weddings
the bunting how to guide
Daily Candy's guide to making bunting. As much a wedding staple as cake, this guide will have you crafting your little heart out.
note: this bunting is actually from John Lewis, but you could make it if you wanted to ;)
the favour
These wall garden favours are handmade which makes me love them all the more. What's more they don't look too tricky to make. Anyone fancy making some and sending me pics of the results?!
from Ruffled
Hope you had a lovely weekend and are all geared up for the week ahead. I cannot believe we're over halfway through April, where is this year going?!
For more Monday Medley's see here
the photo shoot
from Ashton Jean-Pierre Photography
Charley from London Bride and I have been working on a new project. All I can say now is it involves weddings (but of course) and music. Fingers crossed it will be launching very soon but in the meantime here's a sneak peek of the shoot shot by the marvelous Ashton Jean-Pierre.
the engagement shoot
Which leads nicely onto this super cute and fun engagement sesh. Well worth a look through the other images.
from Polka Dot Bride
the bride
I have a bit of a thing about walls in photos and this image kind of takes my breath away.
from our labour of love via forget me knot weddings
the bunting how to guide
Daily Candy's guide to making bunting. As much a wedding staple as cake, this guide will have you crafting your little heart out.
note: this bunting is actually from John Lewis, but you could make it if you wanted to ;)
the favour
These wall garden favours are handmade which makes me love them all the more. What's more they don't look too tricky to make. Anyone fancy making some and sending me pics of the results?!
from Ruffled
Hope you had a lovely weekend and are all geared up for the week ahead. I cannot believe we're over halfway through April, where is this year going?!
For more Monday Medley's see here
Monday, 11 April 2011
Things that have caught my eye of late...
I hope you all had a lovely weekend and are raring to go today.
I'm feeling pretty positive and inspired after visiting the venue of one of my couples yesterday. To say it is beautiful doesn't do it justice. I literally cannot wait for this wedding!
And last week I got to work with the AWESOME Ashton-Jean Pierre and London Bride on a brand new project. Watch this space for more info...
And in the meantime, here's some general inspiration from my web travels.
the quote
from Momo Prints
via papersnitch
Always worth remembering.
the bride
Liking the edgy and traditional combo.
from Nordica Photography
via Wedding Sparrow
the bow tie
Aptly named Distinguished Gentlemen - Let's read a leather bound book.
via I am a hunter
the jewellery
from Le Papier Studio
via Emmeline Bride
the photo shoot
I've had a bit of a thing for masks recently. I'm interested in how they add another dynamic to an image. Be sure to check out the rest of the shoot, there's plenty more beauties included.
from Paige Newton Photography
via The Loveliest Day
Hope your week is off to a good start lovelies!
I'm feeling pretty positive and inspired after visiting the venue of one of my couples yesterday. To say it is beautiful doesn't do it justice. I literally cannot wait for this wedding!
And last week I got to work with the AWESOME Ashton-Jean Pierre and London Bride on a brand new project. Watch this space for more info...
And in the meantime, here's some general inspiration from my web travels.
the quote
from Momo Prints
via papersnitch
Always worth remembering.
the bride
Liking the edgy and traditional combo.
from Nordica Photography
via Wedding Sparrow
the bow tie
Aptly named Distinguished Gentlemen - Let's read a leather bound book.
via I am a hunter
the jewellery
from Le Papier Studio
via Emmeline Bride
the photo shoot
I've had a bit of a thing for masks recently. I'm interested in how they add another dynamic to an image. Be sure to check out the rest of the shoot, there's plenty more beauties included.
from Paige Newton Photography
via The Loveliest Day
Hope your week is off to a good start lovelies!
Monday, 7 March 2011
Pretties to start the week with...
the couple
Not much I don't adore about this couple and their gorgeous budget DIY wedding as seen on Ruffled.
How sweet is the bride's plaited hair and lovely lace wedding dress?
the ring
Stylish, unique and ethical engagement rings by New York based ken + dana design.
You have to check out their site, there are some real beauties on there. Found via live it out photography.
the shoe
Loving this killer wedding shoe seen over at Style Me Pretty. The wedding is full of super gorgeousness.
the star bunting
Always on the look out for new and fresh wedding decor ideas and rather liking this star bunting/ garland. Found over at stylist Mindy Gayer's blog
the prop
Ampersand from an engagement shoot found over at Emmaline Bride. I've been thinking about getting an ampersand tattooed on my ankle but have yet to find the perfect font.
See more Monday Medley's here and here's to a splendid Monday folks :)
Not much I don't adore about this couple and their gorgeous budget DIY wedding as seen on Ruffled.
How sweet is the bride's plaited hair and lovely lace wedding dress?
the ring
Stylish, unique and ethical engagement rings by New York based ken + dana design.
You have to check out their site, there are some real beauties on there. Found via live it out photography.
the shoe
Loving this killer wedding shoe seen over at Style Me Pretty. The wedding is full of super gorgeousness.
the star bunting
Always on the look out for new and fresh wedding decor ideas and rather liking this star bunting/ garland. Found over at stylist Mindy Gayer's blog
the prop
Ampersand from an engagement shoot found over at Emmaline Bride. I've been thinking about getting an ampersand tattooed on my ankle but have yet to find the perfect font.
See more Monday Medley's here and here's to a splendid Monday folks :)
Wednesday, 2 March 2011
Marianne Taylor Photography
I haven't done a Savoir hearts this supplier for a while and who better to jump start this than the photography virtuoso that is Marianne Taylor.
I do a lot of research into photography in general and follow the best UK wedding photographers through twitter and their blogs and I have to say Marianne's work blows me away every time.
So I asked her a few questions so you can find out a little more about the woman behind the lens...
In 5 words how would you some up your photography style?
Creative, romantic, authentic, fun & nostalgic.
How do you deal with people who aren't natural in front of the camera, or indeed naturally photogenic?
I don't think I've ever photographed anyone who didn't say 'I absolutely hate having my picture taken' or something to that effect! I'm a great believer in the fact that there's something beautiful about everyone, and the most beautiful thing of all is authentic emotion. I am genuinely interested in people, and as a photographer specialising in couples, especially in how couples relate to each other. At a wedding I try not to get noticed too much and that's how I get to spy the real moments happening. During portrait sessions I try make sure that people know I don't expect them to 'perform' in any way, and that kind of gives them the license to just be themselves. I do sometimes use physical exercises to help people be more present in the moment and relax into it. For couple and engagement sessions especially, my wish is that everyone comes away feeling like they've had a nice experience, hopefully even one of those (too) rare connecting moments in life, and that the photos are just extra gravy.
If you weren't a photographer what would your dream job be?
A writer. Unfortunately I was never skilled enough in one language to finish any of the books I've started. But yes, would totally love to live in a little cabin by the sea, writing in solitude while listening to the waves.
If you had to pick one photographer who inspires you and/or you'd like to work with who would it be?
Hmm, that's a tricky one, inspiration comes in so many forms and I try to avoid any sort of idol worship. I would love to work with Jonas Peterson just because I'm intrigued to see how he approaches his pictures, and also to prove that Finns and Swedes can play nice together! :D One person whom I've been lucky enough to see in action, was Jesh de Rox. He taught me how to open my heart to strangers in order to make an experience meaningful.
They say 'A picture says a thousand words...' can you show us one photo of yours that you think demonstrates this?
Aw! How super cute.
Thank you Marianne!
If you haven't already you simply must go and see more of Marianne's work over at her website and blog and whilst you're at it you should follow her on twitter too.
I do a lot of research into photography in general and follow the best UK wedding photographers through twitter and their blogs and I have to say Marianne's work blows me away every time.
So I asked her a few questions so you can find out a little more about the woman behind the lens...
In 5 words how would you some up your photography style?
Creative, romantic, authentic, fun & nostalgic.
How do you deal with people who aren't natural in front of the camera, or indeed naturally photogenic?
I don't think I've ever photographed anyone who didn't say 'I absolutely hate having my picture taken' or something to that effect! I'm a great believer in the fact that there's something beautiful about everyone, and the most beautiful thing of all is authentic emotion. I am genuinely interested in people, and as a photographer specialising in couples, especially in how couples relate to each other. At a wedding I try not to get noticed too much and that's how I get to spy the real moments happening. During portrait sessions I try make sure that people know I don't expect them to 'perform' in any way, and that kind of gives them the license to just be themselves. I do sometimes use physical exercises to help people be more present in the moment and relax into it. For couple and engagement sessions especially, my wish is that everyone comes away feeling like they've had a nice experience, hopefully even one of those (too) rare connecting moments in life, and that the photos are just extra gravy.
If you weren't a photographer what would your dream job be?
A writer. Unfortunately I was never skilled enough in one language to finish any of the books I've started. But yes, would totally love to live in a little cabin by the sea, writing in solitude while listening to the waves.
If you had to pick one photographer who inspires you and/or you'd like to work with who would it be?
Hmm, that's a tricky one, inspiration comes in so many forms and I try to avoid any sort of idol worship. I would love to work with Jonas Peterson just because I'm intrigued to see how he approaches his pictures, and also to prove that Finns and Swedes can play nice together! :D One person whom I've been lucky enough to see in action, was Jesh de Rox. He taught me how to open my heart to strangers in order to make an experience meaningful.
They say 'A picture says a thousand words...' can you show us one photo of yours that you think demonstrates this?
Aw! How super cute.
Thank you Marianne!
If you haven't already you simply must go and see more of Marianne's work over at her website and blog and whilst you're at it you should follow her on twitter too.
Thursday, 10 February 2011
Now this is a statement necklace
I'd like to see a bride in this necklace...
And rather wonderfully it is a mere £6.99 from Finest Imaginary
And rather wonderfully it is a mere £6.99 from Finest Imaginary
Monday, 31 January 2011
Random things I have been admiring of late...
I discovered this image by Dominique Bader over at Love My Dress today and I don't know what it is about in particular that I like so much. The dress is pretty fabulous, the pose works really well, and I really like the way it's cropped just below the shoulders. It makes me want to know more and that's the way a good photo should make you feel I think.
Heart confetti? Lovely.
The polaroid coasters I found over at appletea and you can buy them here...
A perfect Valentine's gift, no?
Some people really are so ridiculously talented.
Happy thank-god-February-is-nearly-here-so-spring-must-be-too Monday lovelies.
Heart confetti? Lovely.
The polaroid coasters I found over at appletea and you can buy them here...
A perfect Valentine's gift, no?
Some people really are so ridiculously talented.
Happy thank-god-February-is-nearly-here-so-spring-must-be-too Monday lovelies.
Monday, 10 January 2011
Blog browsing
Good evening my dears, hope this week finds you all well. Today I had a good day, spoke to a few new clients, met up with a fellow wedding planner and continued a venue search for an August wedding.
Now I'm going to have tea and cake (despite the late hour) and shall leave you with these for company...
the photo
Just look how happy this bride is. Just lovely. Found over at Hi Fi Weddings the rest of the wedding is utterly charming.
the ring
Found over at Glamour and Grace this baby by Macha jewellery can be bought on etsy. It's so raw and imperfect I love it.
the mask
Rather liking the idea of Venetian style masks at a wedding. In fact a masked wedding would be pretty interesting. Or maybe a bit odd? Would look good for photos however.
the chairs
I can just see these chairs at a whimsical wedding. They're Philippe Starck for Kartell and since they're a touch expensive I'm not sure we'll be seeing them at weddings anytime soon. Still a girl can dream.
What have you got planned this week?
Now I'm going to have tea and cake (despite the late hour) and shall leave you with these for company...
the photo
Just look how happy this bride is. Just lovely. Found over at Hi Fi Weddings the rest of the wedding is utterly charming.
the ring
Found over at Glamour and Grace this baby by Macha jewellery can be bought on etsy. It's so raw and imperfect I love it.
the mask
Rather liking the idea of Venetian style masks at a wedding. In fact a masked wedding would be pretty interesting. Or maybe a bit odd? Would look good for photos however.
the chairs
I can just see these chairs at a whimsical wedding. They're Philippe Starck for Kartell and since they're a touch expensive I'm not sure we'll be seeing them at weddings anytime soon. Still a girl can dream.
What have you got planned this week?
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