Get rid of those winter blues with a hot and steamy [and totally stunning] boudoir photo shoot! Here are some beautiful examples we spotted that are simple and sexy without being scandalous.
[Images 1&5 via Style Me Pretty, 2-4 via Wedding Chicks]
DailyCandy is one of our favorite resources for finding out about cool trends, up-and-coming restaurants, fun new business, and local deals & steals. Last week they featured Studio 85, a new collection of nail polishes inspired by DC landmarks-- what fun! The polish colors are just as adorable as their corresponding names, and would be such a cute addition to a bridesmaid gift or bridal shower favor.Some of our fave shades? U St., Mambo Sauce, and Go Go [featured in that order below].
Once you've scored these fun new shades, you can give these DIY nail designs a whirl, also shared by DailyCandy! Happy painting!
Ahh summer weddings. Blue skies, green grass, gorgeous blossoms... and beads of sweat. If you're getting married this summer [or even attending a wedding as part of the bridal party or as a guest], it's important to think about how you're going to look and feel your best, despite and heat and humidity.
We loved this post by photographer Kelly Prizel with tips on how to keep your glow going all day and night without breaking into an actual sweat!
Kelly covers all elements of keeping your cool during a hot summer wedding-- from both a beauty and comfort perspective. Be sure to check out the post here, then flip through all of her adorable photos while you're there!
We love classic black & white as a wedding color scheme-- including incorporating sleek black accessories onto crisp wedding gowns. We always get excited when brides are willing to step a bit out of their comfort zone to make a fashion statement with their wedding attire, so we were thrilled when Hitched bride Kerry decided to adorn her soft, romantic Amsale gown with a chic, jet black sash. She just sent along these stunning images of how the gown turned out -- isn't she just gorgeous!?
A huge congratulations to Kerry and her new hubby! We truly enjoyed working with you and think you were an incredibly beautiful bride.
Be sure to check back with us tomorrow for a Friday Freebie that will help a lucky bride-to-be [or her gals] create a fashion statement of their own!
[All photos by Joseph Allen Photograpy]
With the holiday season upon us, we thought we'd start a regular feature with unique gift ideas for your loved ones. They've put so much time and effort into helping with your wedding, and the holidays are the perfect time to shower them with a little extra recognition.
For inspiration, we've turned to Etsy, our favorite source for handmade gifts and wedding-related crafts... because we think it's so important to support independent artists this time of year (and all year round!).
First up, some gift ideas for your bridesmaids!
Keep 'em cozy with this gorgeous shawl (available in loads of rich shades) from Etsy seller Tickled Pink Knits...
Customizable clutches from Oatmeal Lace Design that they'll be sure to use well beyond your big day...
Help your ladies spread the peace & love with these pretty dove earrings from Bettina Johnson Jewelry...
Encourage well-deserved pampering with the 100 % natural Radiant Complexion Gift Set from Virtue Natural...
Happy shopping! And please feel free to leave a comment with more unique gift ideas... we'd love to hear 'em!
Happy December, readers! We hope you enjoy the links we're loving this week!
Though the flocks are flying south for the winter, we love the plethora of bird & feather details from this gorgeous affair via Love & Lavender...
Excited for the launch of Charlottesville Weddings, a new blog focused on nuptials in this adorably quaint city. So many DC brides get married here, and with this eye candy, we see why!
These amazing fog-filled photographs are proof that bad weather should not bring down the mood of your wedding day. The misty backdrop is part of what makes the shots from this wedding via Style Me Pretty so stunning...
This bride sourced a to-die-for vintage gown not only for herself, but get this-- each and every one of her bridesmaids. We're sure it was a ton of work... but boy did it pay off! Check out the unbelievably pretty results, via Ruffled...
Hope the rest of your week flies by!
