SIMPLY PUBLISHED: {Rustic Wedding Chic} Southern Holiday Wedding - Jessica & Chris

It's crazy to think Jessica & Chris' wedding took place almost exactly a year ago! Time has been going way too fast. Anyway, so excited that their Southern Holiday Wedding is up on Rustic Wedding Chic today!! This wedding took place a Whitefield Chapel and was the very first full wedding we have done out at Bethesda Academy with the event being tented on the grassy area and it was beautiful. Two Chics Photography captured all the details of their wedding from the gorgeous florals by Emily Wynn Wildes Floral Design to the yummy desserts from Lulu's Chocolate Bar to the rentals which brought the event together from Tent Factory, In Any Event, Carlson's Premier Rentals and Lillian's China. The event was catered by one of the most delicious southern caterers, Any Style Catering, which provided a delicious low country boil. Following the dinner the dancing and fun began as country singer, Chuck Courtenay took over and provided awesome country music while Hart to Heart videographed the entire event. For all the vendors scroll down and huge thank you to all you vendors for everything! Anyway, head on over to Rustic Wedding Chic to see the entire feature and thank you Maggie for having us on your blog!!! 

{Vendor Credits} Photography: Two Chics // Planner: Ivory + Beau // Venue: Whitefield Chapel at Bethesda Academy // Florist: Emily Wynn Wildes Floral Design // Catering: Any Style Catering // Rentals: Tent Factory // Hot Chocolate Station Rentals: In Any Event // Vintage Furniture Rentals: Carlson's Premier Rentals // Vintage China Rentals: Lillian's China // Desserts: Lulu's Chocolate Bar // Ceremony Singer: Friend of Bride's // Ceremony Pianist: Bill Peterson // Reception Music: Chuck Courtenay // Video: Hart to Heart // Bartender: Johnnie Ganem // Wedding Insurance: WedSafe // Charcoal Sketch Artist: Lauren Schwind

{STYLED SHOOT} Southern Belles

This shoot was by far the girliest shoot I have ever been apart of. And even though Southern is not at all me, it was still so much fun to style. Rach Lea contacted me about doing a very southern inspired shoot and I was all for it!! We had 3 lovely models, Alison Epps of Alison Epps Photography, local musician Sarah Tollerson and Jenn Lenn. Alison rocked a  Faith Thornburg gown with a Jaclyn Jordan headpiece. Sarah Tollerson wore bridal separates by Rebecca Schoneveld with a Faith Thornburg floral headpiece and Jenn Lenn wore a Sarah Seven gown. Thank you Sarah for being a trooper with a huge flower on your head ;) And thank you to Allison Barlow for doing makeup and making these ladies look phenomenal!!! 

The shoot took place out at Woodlawn Plantation, an adorable little venue that is so perfect and gorgeous for a southern wedding. Rach Lea captured all the details from the florals by Urban Poppy to the tablescape with Dot and Army napkins and plates from Fancy Plates. Rum Runners made the pretty ombre cake and the cookies are all from Byrds Cookies. The cake stand and other decor accessories all can be found for sale at Simply Southern Wedding. Anyway, we hope you enjoy this southern wedding inspiration shoot with some pretty bridal looks all available at Ivory + Beau!!! 

{Vendor Credits} Photography: Rach Lea // Styling, dresses + accessories: Ivory and Beau // Venue: Woodlawn Plantation // Flowers: Urban Poppy // Napkins: Dot and Army // Plates: Fancy Plates // Cake: Rum Runners // Cake stand, decor accessories: Simply Southern Wedding // Cookies: Byrds Cookies // Sweetheart lace + netting gown: Faith Thornburg, Sparkle hair sash: Jaclyn Jordan // Lace mermaid with spaghetti straps gown: Rebecca Schoneveld, Flower hair piece: Faith Thornburg // Sweetheart lace + organza gown: Sarah Seven // Makeup: Allison Barlow

POP UP SHOP: VCD By The Cotton Bride

We are SO excited for all of the pop up shops + trunk shows we have coming up this spring and summer! We have been working like crazy to get you the best designers here in Savannah, and we can't wait for everyone to see their work!

Our first one is the VCD collection by The Cotton Bride, and all of the gowns are made from 100% cotton. That's right, a cotton wedding gown. How comfortable would that be, especially in the southern heat! These gowns are not available anywhere in the South, so make your appointment now to view these exclusive gowns.

About the Designer: Designed by Chris Kole, The VCD collection is apart of The Cotton Bride. VCD is The Cotton Bride's ready to wear collection, and can be ordered in size 2-26.

About the collection: 100% natural silk, cotton and linen. They are light, airy, perfect for a bride planning a relaxed, outdoor wedding, or who are looking for a comfortable gown. Classic silhouettes, from sheaths to a-lines, and even a tea length dress. No sparkle or rhinestones, but you can always add a touch of sparkle and glam with a sash!

Price range: $1300-$2000

Trunk Show Dates: February 27th- March 3rd. We will be open Sunday March 2nd for appointments!

SIMPLY INSPIRATION: Southern Bells

Get excited, because today we are doing a styled shoot inspired by southern weddings! Blush, english roses, dessert bar, and three beautiful brides will be the feature of today's shoot. To get you inspired, have a peak at our inspiration board! Shout out to all of our amazing vendors who helped us put this together! Photography by Rach Lea, Flowers by Urban Poppy, Napkins by Dot and Army, Plates by Fancy Plates, Cake by Rum Runners, Venue Woodlawn Plantation, Rentals by Simply Southern Wedding, Dresses by Sarah Seven, Faith Thornburg, Rebecca Schoneveld with accessories and veils by Twigs and Honey and Jaclyn Jordan.

{Photo Credits} Bridesmaids via The Lovely Find, Photography by Jordan Maunder, Flowers by Eclectic Sage // Dessert bar via Ruffled, Dessert by Layered Bake Shop, Photography by N Barrett, Styled by Grit and Gold // Table scape via Wire Grass Wedding // Menu via Wedding Chicks, Stationary by A+P Designs, Photography by Jessica Charles, Styled by Burkle Events

SIMPLY BUSINESS: Introducing Alison Uzmann

Hello fellow wedding lovers!  I am Alison, an intern here at Ivory + Beau, and this is my first blog post (ever).  I want to give you all a taste of my girly wedding style.  I am a true coastal southern gal so there is nothing better to me than frills and all things nautical!  Fittingly enough I am having my own real wedding this coming spring where I get to bring this vision to life!  Think milk glass and cobalt blue vases; bridesmaids in pale pink; toile, polka dots and stripes (my fiance will be wearing seersucker, y'all!); and cotton and navy pansies in the bouquets.  So much prettiness to happen!

And if you love the gorgeous Elaya Vaughn ball gown shown below, you can see the dress in person at our shop!  You can even try it on!! Come on, you know you want to...

{Photo Credits}  Dress via Elaya Vaughn // Cake via Cake Box // Bouquet with Thistle via Santa Barbara Chic, photography by Nancy Neil // Milk Glass and Pink Flowers via Tatum Bradley Co. //  Cobalt Blue Vases with White Flowers via 100 Layer Cake, photography by Readyluck Photographers // Escort Cards with Pink Roses via A Bryan Photo // White and Blue Dress via Xenia Boutique

SIMPLY INSPIRATION: Pomegranate

Lately Nicole has been bringing in pomegranates to work everyday. I used to not be a huge fan of these seeded fruits, but they've been growing on me. Especially when she spills it all over the floor. Now our store smells like an air freshener. What I find most inspiring about them are their color. That rich red and cream colored center is the perfect palate for fall (especially since fall is when they are in season!) Did you know that each pomegranate has anywhere from 200-1400 seeds? That's a lot of reasons to fall in love with this fall classic. (Like my pun?!)

{Photo Credits}  Styled Shoot via Sweet Violet Bride, Event design by Easton Events, Photography by Jose Villa, Dress by Carol Hannah // Dessert table via Sweet Violet Bride, Event design by Carly Rae Weddings, Dessert by The Scootabaker // Juice stand via Polka Dot Bride, Styling and recipe by On My Hand, Photographed by Greta Kenyon // Cake via Style Unveiled, Cake by The Scootabaker, Photographed by Luna Photo // Centerpiece via Bridal Guide, Styling by Brenda's Wedding Blog, Photography by Kismis Ink, Centerpiece by Lauren Grove of Every Last Detail 

SIMPLY INSPIRATION: Aw, Shucks + Oysters

{Photo Credits} Oyster Bar via Brides.com // Glitter Oysters via Simply Savannah Events, photography by Traci Arney // Oyster Table Runner via Once Wed, photography by Jose Villa // Oyster Shell Cake via The Scout Guide, photography by // Oyster Shells on Chair via Green Wedding Shoes, photography by Awake and Joni Bilderback // Oyster Shooters via Southern Weddings, photography by Adam Barnes

{STYLED SHOOT} Vintage Southern Shoot with Ever Thine Vintage Rentals at Whitefield Chapel

Layla first suggested to me to check out Ever Thine Vintage Rentals via Facebook to see what she had in stock. I instantly did and then right away added her on Facebook and I feel like her and I became instant friends. I secretly, well not secretly anymore, wish she lived in Savannah because she is not only the sweetest person ever but mostly because I have a big crush on her son... Anyway, we chatted it up about the possibility of her traveling to Savannah for some of my client's upcoming weddings and I am so excited to say that we will be working together this October for a wedding at the Roundhouse Railroad Museum!!! 

Anyway, when she mentioned she would be in Savannah for a styled shoot I instantly was like I'll help! Pick me!! And I was lucky enough because she welcomed me on board. Tori did an incredible job styling this shoot and I helped find some vendors to fill in the gaps and of course I added some signature "Nicole" details (i.e. antlers... gold mini animals... the necessity of having macarons and a floral halo...) Luke of Lone Pine photographed everything on the grounds by Whitefield Chapel; A to Zinnias provided the gorgeous floral centerpieces, bouquet, and floral halo; Jessica Mock of Dollface by Jules did the hair and makeup; Bethany of Gigi's Cupcakes provided the beyond delicious cupcakes that made me gain about 20 million pounds and Maison de Macarons provided the amazing French macarons; Holli's Cakes made the gorgeous cake; Savannah Special Events let us borrow the banquet table for our tablescape; the three gorgeous dresses were from J'adore Bridal!

Now with all that being said... as you guys can obviously now see how awesome her rentals are... I have a huge favor to ask ya'll!!!!! When I woke up this morning I saw on Facebook a picture of Amanda and AJ on Ever Thine's Facebook page and realized they were entered into her contest to win free vintage rentals. I squealed with excitement NO LIE. Probably because Amanda and AJ are maybe the sweetest, most gracious, incredible, and fun couples I have ever met. Not just that but they will always hold a special place in my heart since they are actually the first couple that signed with me and me alone after I purchased the business from Layla! Their wedding is going to be this October at the Tybee Wedding Chapel and it is going to be such a romantic and intimate candlelit wedding, I cannot wait!!! So now it's your turn to go vote for them here!!!!!! 

{Vendor Guide} Photography: Lone Pine Photography // Design & Concept: Ever Thine Vintage Rentals // Escort Cards, gold animals: Simply Savannah Events // Vintage Rentals: Ever Thine Vintage Rentals // Other Rentals (Table): Savannah Special Events // Flowers: A to Zinnias // Shoot Location: Bethesda Academy (Wedding Venue-Whitefield Chapel) // Cake: Holli's Cakes // Cupcakes: Gigi's Cupcakes // Macarons: Maison de Macarons // Hair & Makeup: Jessica Mock of Dollface by Jules // Wedding Dresses: J'adore Bridal