SIMPLY INSPIRATION: Gingham

Is it just me or does that weird song, "Gangnam Style" make you think of gingham? Okay yeah it's probably just me. But anyway, here's some gingham wedding inspiration! I love how preppy the print is and it's just so perfect for a summer wedding!! Makes me kind of crave some fresh squeezed lemonade + some jam on toast... anyone else??

{Photo Credits} Groomsmen via Southern Weddings // Gingham Ribbon via Destination Wedding Favors // Boutonniere via Vatel Manila, photography by Really Awesome Weddings // Gingham Jam via Great British Chefs // Bowties via The Belle and the Beau // Invitations via Style Me Pretty, photography by Meg Perotti // Tablecloth and Flowers via B Comme Bon

SIMPLY INSPIRATION: Peonies Flower Crush

I love peonies. I just adore them. Wish we could get them all year round here in Savannah...

Day 15: Peonies Flower Crush

{Photo Credits} Bouquet via Style Me Pretty, photography by Annie McElwain // Escort Cards via Style Me Pretty, photography by Marie Labbancz //  Drink Station via Style Me Pretty, photography by Bonnie Berry // Centerpiece via Style Me Pretty, photography by Bonnie Berry // Boutonnieres via Nicole Hill // Bride & Groom via Green Wedding Shoes, photography by Dallas Curow // Wedding Cake via Real Simple // Bridesmaid Bouquet via Ruffled, photography by Swoon by Katie

SIMPLY BRIDESMAIDS: Leaves

This week's Friday Fancies theme link-up with AV at Long Distance Loving is leaves. I figured that leaves might not be a good inspiration for bridal fashion, but why not bridesmaids? These are some dresses I think would be perfect bridesmaids styles for a fall wedding. Which look is your favorite?

{Shopping Guide} Susana Monaco Overlap Tank Dress via ShopBop // Mark and James by Badgley Mischka Crimson Catwalk Dress via Rent the Runway // Roksanda Ilincic Rusted Orange Dress via Rent the Runway // ABS Silk Draped Bow Dress via Saks Fifth Avenue  // Moschino Cheap and Chic Yellow Rose Bodice Dress via Rent the Runway

{Photo Credits} Tablescape via Style Me Pretty, photography by Raquel Reis // Bride in Orange Gown via Green Wedding Shoes, photography by Christine Pobke // Centerpiece via Green Wedding Shoes, photography by Oh, Darling! Photography // Cupcakes via Style Me Pretty, photography by Joyelle West // Pies via Style Me Pretty // Boutonniere via Style Me Pretty, photography by Laurel Mcconnell Photography // Izze Drinks via Style Me Pretty, photography by Marta Locklear // Tablescape via Style Me Pretty, photography by Caroline Tran // Food Table via Style Me Pretty, photography by Christian Oth 

{Vendor Spotlight} Make Believe'N

I am super excited to share with you my new Etsy vendor who has been added to my list of FAVORITES! I <3 my Etsy community!

Krissy of Make Believe'N Alternative Weddings LLC located in Atlanta, Georgia hand designs high quality handcrafted keepsake bouquets, boutonnieres and accessories for your wedding day and beyond. She also does custom orders (especially for wedding flowers). Make sure you allow 6-8 weeks between order and expected completion date from the date that you will be needing your order. 

Krissy has been making these amazing accessories for two years now and is also the proud team captain of the Offbeat Weddings Etsy Team: Wedeclectic and team member of the Etsy Weddings Team: Etsy wedding team. To see more of her collection shop her Etsy store: here

She will also be spotlighted in my upcoming Inspiration Wedding Styled Shoot with a local Savannah photographer, invitation designer, and make up artist. More details to come!!!

Her moto: Live your story, Love your life!

Have a look at some of her gorgeous work: 

Her fabric flower bouquets are completely personal and customized. Each one is made with the style of the bride and groom in mind. Traditional or contemporary. Vegan or gothic. All styles are beautiful in their way and Krissy will do her best to make your flowers the very best representation of your personalities.

Each flower is individually handcrafted with high quality satin, organza, chiffon, tulle, crepe and/or veiling. 
The flowers are then centered with your choice of photographs, pearls, beads, buttons, vintage buttons, charms, rhinestones, rhinestone buttons etc. A typical nosegay style bridal bouquet measures 9 inches wide by 12 inches long. Larger and smaller sizes are available.

Packages including boutonnieres, corsages, boo hoo bouquets (matching tissue cases) flower girl wands, hair accessories, pomanders, centerpieces, pew décor, and loose petals are available.

Aren't these AMAZING!!!???

Detailed wedding dress sash on a long taffeta belt. Each flower is handcrafted and every petal is deliberately formed into delicate layers. Flowers are crafted to resemble peonies, hydrangea, and poppies.

Perfect for a stylish bride! You can also add an authentic vintage brooch to the center to add some sparkle!!

The belt are 7 feet long so you have plenty of room to tie a bow or knot it and allow it to trail down the back of your dress.

Wear this belt on your wedding day and then dress up your LBD (little black dress) for your first anniversary night out.

Many thanks to the following for the wonderful images provided: http://darlingstudios.biz/ and http://www.cheyphotography.com

{Bright Idea Thursday} Craspedia a.k.a. Billy Buttons

Craspedia is a genus of daisies commonly known as billy buttons or woollyheads. They are native to Australia and New Zealand where they grow in a variety of habitats from sea level to the alps. If you saw my DIY Guest Book Idea post you would have noticed I used some billy buttons in my flower arrangements. For some reason these funny little yellow circle balls have become one of my favorite flowers and I can't get enough of them. Maybe it's their simplicity, minimalist, modern, and unique look. Lately, I have noticed them in so many wedding images, but with such interesting unique ideas that I had to share! They can be used all by themselves or combined with other flowers, feathers, or twigs. For a dramatic decorative addition they can be used to cover foam balls of different sizes, like in the first image, then placed on your table for a centerpiece element or hung with ribbon as aisle markers.Whatever you choose to do with them, they will be adorable!!!

{Billy balls from wholesale and put in little vases on all of the tables | Craspedia, Spotted Guinea Feathers, Faux Foxtails DIY Boutonnieres | Billy balls with yarn-wrapped napkins echo the teal stitching on the beautiful burlap runner | Billy button boutonnieres and more | Leen Machine shop Billy Balls Personalized Note Cards | Billy buttons with black silhouette | Minimalist billy button table design | Flower box of billy buttons and mini daisies | Moss and billy buttons | Bouquet made with billy buttons, lambs ear, and succulent}