SIMPLY INSPIRATION: Ti Adora + Modern Summer Sunset

We love this Ti Adora gown that we just got in!! It is so soft and romantic with its beading, soft lace, and tulle overlay. Perfect for a summer sunset wedding with peachy ombre inspiration, lots of candlelight and my favorite David Austin Juliet Garden Roses. Ti Adora's collection is one of our newest additions to our inventory and we love these dresses not just for their pretty details but they also give our brides a lower price point option since they range from $1200-$2000. If you are interested in coming in to check out the new collection call us at (912)200-4794, e-mail at ivoryandbeau@gmail.com or click here!! Also, to see all the dresses we have in stock you can check them out on our Pinterest board!!!  

{Photo Credits} Cake via Green Wedding Shoes, photography by Emily Delamater // Sangria via SB Chic // Centerpiece via 100 Layer Cake, photography by Woodnote Photography // Ceremony via 100 Layer Cake, photography by Ashley Ludaescher // Flowers via Green Wedding Shoes, photography by Paige Jones // Invitations via Wedding Chicks, photography by Vasia Weddings // Ti Adora 7404 available at Ivory + Beau

SIMPLY INSPIRATION: Rustic Chic + {VCD COLLECTION By The Cotton Bride POP-UP SHOP}

We are so beyond excited about our Pop-Up Shop series starting at the end of this February with our very first one featuring VCD Collection by The Cotton Bride!!!!!!!!!!!! So in anticipation of this, our intern, Shelby, put together an inspiration board inspired by their gown, "Charlotte." So what is a Pop-Up Shop exactly??? Well... we are super excited to announce that we are going to start bringing smaller bridal designers to Savannah for a short limited time during our Pop-Up Shops to share collections that we don't normally carry in our boutique. We are really excited to offer these exclusive dresses to brides who normally would have no way to see these collections without traveling. Our VCD Collection by The Cotton Bride will be featured at Ivory + Beau from Thursday February 27th through Monday March 3rd only!! **We will also be open on Sunday March 2nd to allow more time for brides to come and see the collection.**

So a little bit about the VCD Collection by The Cotton Bride: This airy, cool and lightweight collection by Chris Kole features gowns using only 100% natural silk, cotton and linen fabrics. Hear that?? Lightweight... summer brides out there? These dresses will be absolutely perfect for the hot Savannah heat. Also, this collection is currently only sold exclusively in their New York showroom... meaning this is REALLY exciting for us that we get to bring this collection to the south if even for just a short period of time!!!!

To make your appointment to come check out the collection click here!!! If you are wanting a Sunday appointment time please e-mail us directly by filling out our contact form here. And thank you Shelby for the inspiration!

{Photo Credits} Dress via The Cotton Bride, photography by Tricia McCormack // Cake via Wedding Chicks, Photography via Cluney Photo // Place Setting via Martha Stewart  // Invitation Suite via KRAFT & WHITE // Ceremony Design via Milly's Flowers //

SIMPLY INSPIRATION: Gray + Sarah Seven Gold Label

We are so excited that we carry the Sarah Seven Gold Label so today I just had to put together an inspiration board based on one of our favorites from this collection that we will be getting shortly in the store!!!!

{Photo Credits} Cake via Green Wedding Shoes, photography by Alec Vanderboom // Centerpiece via June Bug Weddings, photography by Justin & Mary // Boutonniere via Green Wedding Shoes, photography by Jose Villa // Bride + Groom via 100 Layer Cake, photography by Aubrey Renee // Invitations via Ruffled, photography by Jasmine Star // Dress by Sarah Seven, available at Ivory + Beau

SIMPLY INSPIRATION: Sarah Seven Cascade

Sarah Seven's dress, "Cascade," is by far one of my favorite gowns we have in stock right now. I love how soft and romantic the dress is with it's fluttery lace details and sweetheart neckline. Just had to do an inspiration board inspired by this gown... I'm thinking woodland + purple would match this dress so well with it's touches of gold within the lace. It's just so ethereal and reminds me of a pretty fairy. Enjoy!

{Vendor Credits} Dress from Ivory + Beau, design by Sarah Seven, photography by Mackensey Alexander // Gems on Table via 100 Layer Cake, photography by Lauren Goldenberger // Tablescape by Flora + Fauna // Invitation via 100 Layer Cake, invitations by Hip Ink, photography by Corina V // Bouquet via Burnetts Boards, bouquet by Green and Bloom, photography by Feather & Stone // Cake via Ruffled, cake by , photography by Marion Heurteboust // Heels via Green Wedding Shoes, photography by Clayton Austin

{STYLED SHOOT} Silver Sequins, Peonies + Ivy

I loved helping out Rach Lea with this mini styled love session with her friend, Liz Marie + hubby. Liz is an awesome blogger who blogs about DIY house projects + other pretties so be sure to go on over and check out her blog!! I was so excited to get to make a floral crown + bouquet out of peonies + ivy. Hope you enjoy!!! 

{Vendor Credits} Photography: Rach Lea // Florals + Styling: Ivory + Beau // Dress: Vera Wang for David's Bridal -- currently for sale in a size 4 at Ivory + Beau

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 HOLIDAYS: Reindeer, Evergreen + Ice Caves

Merry Christmas + Happy Holidays from the ladies at Ivory + Beau!

xoxo, N

{Photo Credits} Bouquet via Style Me Pretty, photography by Nadia Hung // Bride + Groom in front of Cave via Green Wedding Shoes, photography by Benj Haisch // Evergreen Coconut Cake via Revel from A Daily Something // Hot Cocoa via Green Wedding Shoes, photography by Megan Hayes // Antler Table Decor via 100 Layer Cake, photography by // Table Setting via Ruffled, photography by Callie Hobbs // Bride + Groom with Reindeer via The Natural Wedding Company, photography by Sarah Falugo // Garland Decor via 100 Layer Cake, photography by Rachel Peters

SIMPLY BRIDAL: Bohemian Style

Today we are so excited to be participating in our first styled shoot with Teresa of Memories n More! I first met Teresa through previous owner, Layla, and have had the pleasure of doing a few weddings with her! Heather of Beyond Beautiful is going to be doing hair and makeup for her gorgeous sister + my friend's little 2 year old girl! Also, we are collaborating with The Creative Porcupine, who is designing menus + other fun printables!! I am so excited to have Amanda helping us with some stuff... we went to the same Making Things Happen Conference but I'm not sure if we officially met, but in the past few weeks I've kept noticing her amazing designs on Facebook and thought hmmm, maybe I should ask her if she'd be interested in collaborating with Adrienna and I and boy was I excited when she was excited to be apart of our vision!!!! So thank you Amanda! You are amazing for doing this all so last minute!!! Adrienna + I have had so much fun curating all the pieces for our bohemian modern shoot. I have been daydreaming of doing a shoot with a boho flair since well... since I became obsessed with wedding blogs in general. So I am so excited for this! And even more so because this shoot is going to be the first ever to feature dresses that will be for sale in Ivory + Beau!!!!!! Follow us on Instagram at @ivoryandbeau for sneak peaks of these beautiful gowns!! We chose 2 of our favorites that fit the theme from 2 of our designers we will sell. So for today's blog post I thought it would be fitting to post some boho bride inspiration. Enjoy the pretties!!

{Photo Credits} Bride by Altar via Jeremy Harwell // Bride with Large Bouquet via Style Me Pretty, photography by Jessica Claire // Bride with Bouquet + Flower in Hair via 100 Layer Cake, photography by Carina Skrobecki // Bride with Heart Bow + Arrow via Style Me Pretty, photography by Marianne Wilson // Bride with Halo via Style Me Pretty, photography by Odalys Mendez // Sash via Green Wedding Shoes, photography by Vicki Grafton // Bride in Woods via Green Wedding Shoes, photography by Marissa Maharaj

SIMPLY INSPIRATION: Gems + Crystals

{Photo Credits} Centerpiece with Succulents + Gems via Ruffled, photography by Love is a Big Deal // Escort Cards via Green Wedding Shoes, photography by Hazelwood Photo // Bride + Groom with Gems Centerpiece via Style Me Pretty, photography by Perez Photography // Rings via Ruffled, photography by Evynn Levalley // Jewelry via Ruffled, photography by Alissa Saylor // Rock Candy Cake via Craftsy, cake by Sweet and Saucy

SIMPLY INSPIRATION: Boho Beach Elopement

What do I do when I can't sleep? Make wedding mood boards for my clients obviously. This mood board is missing one color the bride is interested in (orange)... but you know sometimes when it's 3:30 in the morning and you're lethargic from being woken up after having nightmares and you just can't find the right inspiration photos to add into the mix so you just nix it in the board. Anyway, the colors for the elopement will be *tentatively* turquoise, orange + purple, which will be so gorgeous on the beach! But anyway, I am super excited for this intimate elopement! I am not going into any more details because well... if you know me then you know I absolutely love surprises!!!!! So like always, you'll just have to keep on following the blog to see the wedding after it's happened! Also, side note... big news coming this Sunday regarding the future of Simply Savannah Events! Stay tuned!!! OH and... giveaway details being posted on Sunday as well! Follow us on Facebook for updates!

{Photo Credits} Cake via Ruffled, by Maria V Creative, photography by Vitalic Photo // Turquoise Beaded Necklace via Beaded Wire // Candle via Wedding Chicks, DIY by Petal Floral Design, photography by Hello Love // Bottles via Love and Lavender, photography by Best Photography // Purple Artichoke Flowers via Wedding Chicks, florals by The Arrangement Company, photography by Elisa Bricker // Ferns via Green Wedding Shoes, photography by Rad + In Love // Ceremony Arch via Style Me Pretty, photography by Katie Osgood // Bouquet via Green Wedding Shoes, florals by Modern Bouquet, photography Swoon by Katie

SIMPLY INSPIRATION: Honey Bee + Jack Daniels

How about some honey + Jack Daniels? Anyone? I know this is a super summery post, but I must say the weather here in Savannah right now is exactly what it's like during summers in Portland, Oregon where I'm from originally. But really... 80 degrees is about as hot as it ever gets. See now why I love Georgia so much?? 

{Photo Credits} Bride and Bridesmaids via Wedding Chicks, photography by Braun Photography // Jack Daniel's via Amber Housley, photography by Brooke Boling // Cake via 100 Layer Cake, photography by Love Me Do // Honeycombs via BLoved, photography by Brancoprata // Bouquet via Honey Honey Photography // Honey Favors via Couple of Dudes

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

SIMPLY INSPIRATION: Teal Bohemian

Bohemian inspired with a touch of teal. How fun would it be to have a lounge like that at your wedding?! 

{Photo Credits} Men's Shoes via Green Wedding Shoes, photography by Jill Thomas // Lounge via Green Wedding Shoes, photography by Rad + In Love // Dress via Style Me Pretty by Pronovias, photography by Eppel Fotographie // Tuxedo via 100 Layer Cake, photography by Gary Ashley of the Wedding Artists Collective // Flowers via 100 Layer Cake, photography by Onelove Photo // Heels via Ruffled Blog, photography by Marilyn Nazakato // Beach Tablescape via 100 Layer Cake, photography by Heather Kincaid

SIMPLY INSPIRATION: Wild Horses

{Photo Credits} Bride Kissing Horse via Style Me Pretty, photography by Blue Bottle Photography // Cowboy with Holster via Green Wedding Shoes, photography by Ken Klenow // Cowboy Hats via Green Wedding Shoes, photography by Ken Klenow // Guestbook and Boots via Cali Ashton // Horse Card via Grey Likes Weddings, photography by Haley Sheffield // Horse on Plate via Style Me Pretty, photography by Carmen Santorelli // Horseshoe on Chair via Style Me Pretty, photography by Anne Robert // Groom's Attire via Green Wedding Shoes, photography by Sloan Photographers // Tablescape via Grey Likes Weddings, photography by Landon Jacob

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: Fairytale Picnic Love

This is a little blast from the past wedding inspiration board from my old wedding + design blog! I have been really busy this past week finishing up all the details for the rest of our weddings this spring and planning all the vendor tours for Chris, myself, my parents, and Chris' mom for while we are in the top secret wedding location next weekend! It is a very exciting time but in the midst of all that I have not had as much time as I'd like to blog! Anyway, instead of being MIA for another week at a time I thought I'd share an old inspiration board I had done awhile back that was inspired by the most adorable shoot you will ever see on Green Wedding Shoes! Does this not just make you want to wear a paper crown like every single day? Because it kind of makes me feel that way...

{Photo Credits} Young Love Shoot via Green Wedding Shoes, girl's dress by Lullaby Birds, photography by Wildflowers // Princess & the Pea Anniversary Shoot via Love and Lavender, photography by Simply Rosie // Table setting via Green Wedding Shoes, photography by Kate Harrison // Picnic via Love and Lavender, event design by Sitting in a Tree, photography by Tinywater  // Young Love Shoot // Bride & Groom via Green Wedding Shoes, photography by Brandon Chesbro // Princess & the Pea Anniversary Shoot // Crowns via Green Wedding Shoes, photography by Kate Harrison // Young Love Shoot // Dress via Free people // Couple on bike via Green Wedding Shoes, event design by Romancing the Stone Styling, photography by Easy Dreamer // Young Love Shoot // Invitations by Minted // Paper Flowers via Green Wedding Shoes, from Paper-Source, photography by Wildflowers // Blush Dress via Green Wedding Shoes, event design by Romancing the Stone Styling, photography by Easy Dreamer // "Charmed" decor via Style Me Pretty, photography by Tinywater, event design by Very Merry Events, Young Love Shoot // Young Love Shoot // Princess & the Pea Anniversary Shoot

SIMPLY INSPIRATION: Cinco de Mayo

Happy Cinco de Mayo everyone!!! And this is all I plan to do for the rest of the day... I'll be spending Cinco de Mayo curled up on the couch with my fiance watching episodes of Shameless back to back. It is happening. Hope you all have a fabulous relaxing Sunday!!!! And obviously make sure you enjoy some tacos!!! 

{Photo Credits} Bouquet via Ruffled, photography by N Barrett Photography // Airplant favors via Garden Therapy // Papel Picados via Our Labor of Love - Matt // Drinks via Green Wedding Shoes, photography by This Modern Romance // Bride via Ruffled, photography by Delbarr Moradi // Bride and Groom via Green Wedding Shoes, photography by This Modern Romance // Boutonniere via Green Wedding Shoes, photography by Love Ala // Bride and Groom via Green Wedding Shoes, photography by Our Labor of Love //

SIMPLY INSPIRATION: Floral + BHLDN Bridal Shower

All it takes is one piece to get inspiration for an event. In this case, I spotted those Lenox Floral Fusion Plates on Hayneedle and I instantly was like... bridal shower!? Yes please. I think those plates deserve some gold flatware, like most other events to be completely honest... and lots of bold floral details. I loved the modern vases from Chive, which I think when combined with the more vintage looking plates will create a fusion of styles that is both girly, modern, vintage and pretty all at the same time... if that's even possible, which I'm going to say is of course possible because anything is possible, right? What are your favorite pieces from below?! 

{Photo Credits} Cube Phlox via Chive // 5-piece Domino Flatware Set via One King's Lane // Vintage Trinket Dish via BHLDN // Lenox Floral Fusion Dinner Plate via Hayneedle // Chantilly Cocktail Napkins via BHLDN // Jojo Oval Gold via Chive // Ruby Red Goblet via One King's Lane // Blooming Shoppe Straws via BHLDN

SIMPLY INSPIRATION: Georgia Peaches

How about them Georgia peaches?

{Photo Credits} Peach Wedding Cake via Style Unveiled, photography by Jen Huang // Wedding Dress via Style Me Pretty, photography by Cluney Photo, wedding dress by Watters // Peach Escort Cards via Green Wedding Shoes, photography by Josh Elliott // Garden Rose Flower Arrangement via Martha Stewart Weddings // Invitations via Oh So Beautiful Paper, invitations by Flourish Letterpress // Canned Peaches with Bourbon via Relish // Bride via A Vintage Affair Rentals // Cake Pops via The Peas are Hollow

SIMPLY BRIDAL: Floral Crowns

It's an obsession. I mean big time. One of my favorite things ever. Floral crowns. I just love them. I mean if I could wear one everyday I probably would. I don't really know what it is about them that makes me love them so much, well probably the fact that they are gorgeous and so fun and add a pop of color and are different and unique and yeah I could go on. Anyway, last week I got a call from a mother of a bride who was interested in hiring me for Day Of for her daughter. She raved about how her daughter + I had a lot in common. And so it should have been of no surprise that I got super excited when the bride said she was going to wear a floral halo. You have no idea how happy the little things like that make me. Anyway, here are some of my favorites!

So uh yeah I love them so much I just had to make one for me just because... and if you are interested in having me make one for you to rock on your wedding day the answer is obviously I will do it gladly. Contact me here!

{Photo Guide} Bride + Groom via Barefoot Blonde, photography by Ciara Richardson // Floral Crown via The Bride's Cafe // Orange Floral Crown via Style Me Pretty, photography by Odalys Mendez // Lavender Floral Halo via Style Me Pretty, photography by Life in Still // Red Crown via Ashley Nicole, photography by // Crown with Braid via Limn & Lovely, photography by James Frost // Floral Crown via Ruffled, photography by Half Orange