BRIDESMAIDS MONDAY: Jillian Fellers

Are you loving the two piece trend, but might not be ready to have your girls rock it on your wedding day? Then this BCBG dress is the perfect solution. The pink band in the middle makes it look like two pieces, but it's not! So your bridesmaids can wear the trend, while still keeping it classic and not too trendy. We love the soft pastels of the dress, and thought it paired perfect with Vivien by Jillian Fellers. Vivien is a sophisticated silk satin and silk chiffon dress, with a fitted corset top and flowing skirt. The back features an intricate lace racer back detail, and cascading straps. We will have this gown, and the rest of her Spring 2016 collection, through the end of July. So just a few weeks left! Make sure to schedule an appointment to come and shop with us!

{Shopping Guide} Vivien gown by Jillian Fellers, available at Ivory + Beau July 7th - 31st // BCBGMAXAZRIA dress from Rent The Runway // Rose Cheek Stain from Pur Minerals // Purple Iridescent earrings from Olive + Piper // Lunette Cuff Wrap and Lunette Cuff from Chloe + Isabel // 52 Ways to Love Your Body More from Mod Cloth // Jardin Wedding Invitations from Minted  

BRIDESMAIDS MONDAY: Mediterranean Blues

If anyone wants to hire us to do a Mediterranean wedding, I will be your best friend. Seriously. I can't imagine a more perfect place to get married then the calming blue waters of the Mediterranean. With a cool color palate of navy, aqua, and a pop of yellow, your wedding would be the talk of the year. So lavish in our cool blue inspiration, and maybe think about having your wedding there. So we can plan it.

{Shopping Guide} Milly Dress from Rent The Runway // Watercolor Map by Mospens Studio // Turquoise scarf by Valezhki // Navy Twine from Luna Bazaar // Navy eyeliner from Pur Minerals // Jordin Majorelle Earrings from Chloe and Isabel 

SIMPLY INSPIRATION: 4th of July

We love a wedding with the color palate of AMERICA! Red White + Blue! As we celebrate our nations holiday (and a day off!) we take time to look at some weddings that mix the perfect amount of patriotic flair with style. You can either use pops of red white and blue (like in your cake or stationary), or really make it stand out with gingham and flags. Whichever you chose, it is sure to make a statement!

{Photo Credits} Cornhole via Style Me Pretty, Photography by Krista A Jones // Gwen by Sarah Seven Wedding Dress Photographed by Mackensey Alexander, Available at Ivory + Beau // Coke Bottle via Style Me Pretty, Photography by Wings of Glory Photography // Patriotic vows via Design Studio South, Photography by Mackensey Alexander // Stationary via Burnett's Boards, Invitation by The Color Yellow Co, Photographed by Max Pix Photography // Boutonniere via Frosted Petticoat, Flowers by LC Floral Design, Photography by Hazy Lane Photography // Puppy and Ceremony Backdrop via Every Last Detail, Flowers and Decor via Atmospheres Floral and Decor, Photography by Claire Pacelli Photography 

SIMPLY WED: Rachel + Johnny

Sometimes the sweetest weddings are the smallest. Rachel + Johnny's wedding was so beautiful and intimate! Sharing this special day with only close friends and family it let them really spend this time talking, laughing and creating amazing memories with the people closest to them. The Harper Fowlkes House was the perfect location for Rachel + Johnny to start the next chapter in their lives together. Under an amazing DYI flower arch designed by Ivory + Beau in the courtyard, Rachel + Johnny were married by one of their best friends. They celebrated their union on the back porch of the house with beautiful cocktails from Cha Bella. The sunset on a perfect day when the small wedding party of 16 entered the Harper Fowlkes Dining room for dinner. The Dining room provided the perfect setting for their elegant reception. Congratulations for Rachel + Johnny! We are so happy we got to help make your wedding day perfect!

{Vendor Credits} Wedding Planning and Flowers by Ivory + Beau // Photography by Apt B Photography // Venue Harper Fowlkes House // Catering by Cha Bella // Music by Justin Hoke // Rentals by Amazing Event Rentals // Cake by Flirt with Dessert // Hair and Makeup by Michelle Royal MUA 

BRIDESMAIDS MONDAY: Aloha Pineapple

The weather is getting hotter and hotter around here! The last week was hot and muggy, which is making us dream of island life. What better place to get married then Maui?! We found this amazing watercolor stationary from Mospens Studio, and we love all of the landmarks they added, like pineapples and whales. One of the coolest parts? The designer is from Akron, Ohio! So grab a Mai Tai and enjoy today's bridesmaids monday!

{Shopping Guide} Blue Shell Lily Pulitzer via Rent The Runway // Watercolor Map Save The Dates from Mospens Studio // Pineapple charm, Copacabana Earrings and Necklace from Chloe + Isabel // Bronzer from Pur Minerals // Gold and Blue pineapple jars from Luna Bazaar // Alhoa Tote from Etsy // Carly Nailpolish from Julep

SIMPLY INSPIRATION: Sarah Seven + Desert Dreaming

Sarah Seven has some amazing bridal editorials, and her newest one might be our favorite! Their newest collection shoot was called "Desert Daydreaming" and took place in Palm Springs California. The natural setting really showcases the gowns, and shows how soft and flowing they are! One of our gowns from that collection is Broome, which has a dramatic open back and lace high neck with scalloped lace detail. Broome is part of our Summer Sample, and you can purchase the sample off the floor for 30% off!! It's a size 8, and in excellent condition. We've added lot's of new gowns to our sample sale to make room for all of our new gowns that will be arriving in fall! We are by appointment only, so make sure to set yours up!

{Photo Credits} Gown is Broome by Sarah Seven, photography by Stephanie Williams, available at Ivory + Beau // Stationary and Van via Green Wedding Shoes, Invitations from Ladyfingers Letterpress, photography by Modern Obscura // Necklace via Fab You Bliss, Photography by Jessica De Young // Cake via Burnett's Boards, Cake by Daria Andreeva, Photography by Maria Levitska // Bouquet via Swooned Magazine, Flowers by Opal Floral Design, Photography by Rae Marshall Wedding Photography 

SIMPLY ENGAGED: Christina + David

We just love when dogs make an appearance in engagement sessions. I mean why not? They are like children and deserve to be a part of that special moment so I fully stand behind it. Christina and David are such a sweet couple so we are so excited to share these with you all photographed by George Street Photo!! Thank you Christina + David for sharing and we are excited for your special day next spring!!! 

{Photo Credits} Photography: George Street Photo

SIMPLY WED: Jessica + Kyle

We love intimate weddings + Jessica and Kyle's was no exception! This was such a funky and unique wedding too. The couple first contacted me and when asked to describe their dream wedding they wrote 2 words: "Wes Anderson." My response? Huh? So I started googling "Wes Anderson" and quickly recognized several of his movies and was beyond excited to be a part of their unique big day. The couple only had about 25 guests and were married at Brockington Hall. Beyond Beautiful by Heather did a fancy vintage inspired chignon for Jessica before the wedding. Their ceremony was pretty awesome... they had guests all tell a part of their story and how they met, fell in love, got engaged as part of the ceremony and their story. After the ceremony the party moved into the ballroom at Brockington Hall where we had set up vintage chairs and tables from Ever Thine. Cape Creations provided guests with a delicious plated meal. After the reception guests enjoyed "Memaw's sugar cookies" brought from home and music played on a vintage record player.

With all that being said... by far the funnest part of this wedding was getting to do the flowers! We got really funky with it and incorporated a lot of weird textures, flowers, plants and greenery with a full on moss table runner. It was super fun and so different from anything else we've ever done, so we hope you enjoy checking out all the pictures taken by us!!! :) Thank you and huge congratulations to Jessica + Kyle!! 

{Vendor Credits} All images taken on Nicole's iPhone // Venue: Brockington Hall // Wedding Planner, Event Designer + Florist: Ivory + Beau // Caterer: Cape Creations // Hair + Makeup: Beyond Beautiful by Heather

SIMPLY PUBLISHED: {Borrowed & Blue} Amanda + AJ

Amanda & AJ's wedding was featured on Borrowed & Blue last week!!! This was such a fun wedding to be a part of mostly because the couple are so sweet and down to earth. To read more about this wedding check it out at Borrowed & Blue or on our blog here!!! 

{Vendor Credits} Photography: Life's Highlights // Coordination and Flowers: Ivory + Beau // Venue: Tybee Island Wedding Chapel // Rentals: Ever Thine Vintage Rentals // Hair/Makeup: Beyond Beautiful by Heather // Caterer: Joe's Homemade // DJ: All About You // Officiant: Rev. John Ashley // Dress: Grandma's

SIMPLY WED: Danielle + Jon

Finally getting around to sharing Danielle + Jon's wedding from this past spring!! Danielle is friends with Katrina, who was one of Layla Mayville's brides (see her wedding here!) Also, Katrina is now a part of the team over at Design Studio South. These ladies provide event planning, paper goods and interior design and did all of the stationary/paper goods for Danielle + Jon's wedding. For this wedding we were the day-of coordinators and it was a lot of fun being part of their wedding, which had an awesome group of vendors!! Their wedding ceremony took place at Whitefield Chapel at Bethesda Academy and was officiated by Pastor Richard D. Hayes with the reception that followed at Vic's On The River. Oglethorpe Tours transported guests from the ceremony to the reception. Our favorite violinist Chris Dooley provided the ceremony music and the reception was DJed by Rock Jocks. Ramelle's Florist provided all the bouquets and ceremony flowers for their big day. Beyond Beautiful by Heather did hair + makeup for all the lovely ladies. Last but not least and certainly most delicious was the cake from Baker's Pride. Anyway, huge congratulations to the happy couple and thank you for letting us be a part of your big day!!!!

{Vendor Credits} Photography: Geoff L Johnson // Ceremony: Whitefield Chapel at Bethesda Academy // Day-of Coordination: Ivory and Beau // Reception: Vic's On The River // Ceremony Stationary/Paper Goods: Katrina of Design Studio South // Music: Chris Dooley // DJ: Rock Jocks // Florist: Ramelle's Florist // Officiant: Pastor Richard D. Hayes // Cakes: Baker's Pride // Hair + Makeup: Beyond Beautiful by Heather // Transportation: Oglethorpe Tours

SIMPLY WED: Liz + Josh

Ummmm... are ya'll ready to see pictures of the happiest couple I think I've ever seen in my entire life!? When I first looked through all the pictures that Teresa Earnest sent over I was seriously beaming myself because this couple just does not stop laughing and smiling. You can just tell they are crazy about each other and so madly in love. It is really really really awesome and is what this job is really all about. This couple was also a lot of fun to work with during the planning process. We incorporated a lot of fun little surprises for guests and got creative with different details.

This couple got married at Forsyth Park in front of the fountain with rentals from Amazing Event Rentals. Their reception followed at The Mackey House but before guests arrived we had Oglethorpe Tours give guests a short tour around Savannah!! I love that they were able to incorporate some tourist activities for guests since this was a destination wedding. Cape Creations even put together cute little bags of mixed nuts for guests to take on the trolley and oh my gosh ya'll these are the best nuts you will ever taste. Cynthia is a pure whiz in the kitchen. She also made the most adorable appetizers for their cocktail hour... the mini chicken + waffles was by far the cutest thing I have ever seen and the most delicious thing I have ever tasted. For the dessert we had mini mason jars filled with different types of pie from Lulu's Chocolate Bar and then Cape Creations also came out later in the evening with ice cream floats. Everything was delicious... The flowers were designed by the fabulous ladies over at A to Zinnias and were put together so perfectly with soft colors. Michelle Royal did hair + makeup for the bride and bridal party and Liz looked absolutely beautiful. It was pretty cool because our alterations specialist, Shirley, met with Liz a few days before the wedding and was able to help her fix some minor things on her dress. The couple is not only the happiest couple but their guests were seriously happy too. They danced the night away on the light up dance floor over the pool on the deck at the Mackey House with music from All About You. Last but most certainly not least was the sweet babysitter at Guardian Angels that babysat the cutest little kid you will ever see. All in all, the wedding went really well and we are so happy for Liz + Josh!! Huge congratulations to the happy couple and thank you for letting us be a part of your big day!!!! 

{Vendor Credits} Photography: Teresa Earnest Photography // Planner: Ivory + Beau // Ceremony Location: Forsyth Park // Reception Venue: Mackey House // Florist: A to Zinnias // DJ: All About You // Caterer: Cape Creations // Cake + Mason Jar Desserts: Lulu's Chocolate Bar // Rentals: Amazing Event Rentals // Hair + Makeup: Michelle Royal // Babysitter: Guardian Angels // Transportation: Oglethorpe Tours