July 31st, 2009
Tip of the Day – Rehearsal Dinner Outfit
July 30th, 2009
Real Wedding – Jenna and Reggie
Today’s real wedding is delightful. The bride’s dress is stunning, the wedding cake is swoon-worthy, and the photography from Victor C Sizemore Photography is beautiful.
Victor was kind enough to answer a few questions, so we could get to know him better.
When did you shoot your first wedding?
I shot my first California wedding in March of 2004.
How many weddings do you shoot a year?
Typically 30-35 now. More when I first started…
Can you tell me about one of your favorite wedding locations to shoot?
Pelican Hill, Newport Coast, CA
Everything about the resort is phenomenal; architecture, scenery, and service. They only do one wedding per day. The wedding ceremony location and ballroom are very separated from hotel traffic so it’s private and intimate. They also have one of the best vendor meals in Southern California!
I want to give huge thanks to the lovely couple for sharing their big day with us and to VCS Photography for sharing these gorgeous pictures with us. Check out his website and blog to see more of his photography.
July 30th, 2009
Tip of the Day – Daytime Wedding Guest
July 29th, 2009
Engagement Pictures – Kristina and Tim
Yesterday, I posted a beautiful real wedding, and today I have even more eye candy for you. This couple is adorable and I love that they look like they’re having a blast. Thank you to the talented Evoke Photography for sharing these fantastic engagement pictures with us.
Images from Evoke Photography
July 29th, 2009
Tip of the Day – Wedding Guest Outfit
July 28th, 2009
Real Wedding – Jen and Richard
Today’s real wedding is incredibly romantic. The bride is stunning and the photography from Ophelia Photography is absolutely amazing. I fell in love with this wedding from the moment I saw it. I hope you enjoy it too!
The talented photographer behind Ophelia Photography took a few minutes to answer some questions, so we could get to know her a little better:
Location: Vancouver Wedding Photographer available for travel to Vancouver Island, out of province and other international destinations
When did you shoot your first wedding? I shot my first wedding in June of 2008. The weather was beautiful, the sky was full of little fluffy clouds and the bride and groom were lovely.
How many weddings do you shoot a year? Last year I photographed 10 weddings and this year it will be around 15 to 20.
What does a typical package include and cost? My packages start at $2500 and include: Engagement session, two photographers , High Resolution photos on a DVD, A minimum of 8 hours of coverage, A mixture of fine art, black and whites, sepia, vintage and brightly colored photographs. Love and attention on my blog and a dedicated fun loving photographer! In addition I love to take time to get to know my clients, and together conceptualize a very unique photograph that represents their personalities. Jen and Rich’s wedding is a great example of that as they met at the local skate park 13 years earlier. The photograph became a collaborative effort between Jen, Rich, Brandon (the skate boarder) and myself.
Can you tell me about one of your favorite wedding locations to shoot? My favorite locations to shoot wedding photographs are a mixture of urban and nature. I love the look of graffiti and towering city sky lines, historical sites that nestle into towering mountain ranges, secret un-discovered abandoned properties, mountain tops, beaches, colorful walls, and amusement parks.
I want to give a huge thanks to the adorable couple for sharing their big day with us and to Ophelia Photography for the pretty pictures! Check out her blog and website to see more of her work.
July 28th, 2009
Tip of the Day – Dinner Party Outfit
This outfit would be a great for a dinner party or date. I loved the dress (and the price tag of the dress) and knew I had to build an outfit around it. Enjoy!
Dress from Forever21, Heels from Payless, Headband from Forever21, Earrings from Forever21, Nail Polish from Forever21
July 27th, 2009
Real Wedding Sneak Peek
Tomorrow’s real wedding courtesy of Ophelia Photography is FANTASTIC! You’re definitely going to want to stop by for it. Check out this sneak peek:
July 27th, 2009
Wedding Blog Awards of the Week
Image from Kiss the Groom
Here are the wedding blog awards for the week of 7/19/09-7/25/09:
The Most Inspiring Blog of the Week: Santa Barbara | Wedding Chic
This is one of my go-to blogs for inspiration. The very talented, Kelly Oshiro, is an event designer that brings her eye for beauty to her blog. This week I LOVED the gold and aqua inspiration board and the ice cream post (yum). Keep up the good work!
The Most Creative DIY Project of the Week: Weddingbee – DIY Monogram Wreaths
Mrs. Yorkie from Weddingbee (one of the best resources on the web for brides) made gorgeous monogram wreaths that you must check out. I love them!
The Most Useful Post/Article of the Week: Savvy Scoop – Top 10 Hangover Cures for after the Bachelorette Party
I thought this was a fun article. Check it out if you think you’ll be indulging during your bachelorette party.
The Most Stunning Real Wedding of the Week: Kiss the Groom – A Desert Wedding Soiree
The main color for this real wedding is red and it was used brilliantly in the attire, décor, and flowers. The centerpieces are swoon worthy and the bride’s dress is gorgeous. This wedding is just plain beautiful.
July 27th, 2009
Tip of the Day – Bridal Shower Outfit
July 26th, 2009
500th Post
Image from Martha Stewart
This is my 500th post! Seven months of blogging about events, especially weddings, has been amazing and so much fun. I enjoy every minute that I get to spend writing for this blog, interacting with professionals in the field, and spending time helping readers. I want to give a big thank you to the photographers who give me access to post pictures of fabulous weddings and to my readers who make me smile on a daily basis.
Going forward, I have a lot in store for this blog. I’m going to make every effort to add more DIY projects, real weddings, and information packed articles. I want this to blog to be a great resource for brides planning their big day. Let me know what you would like to see more of and I’ll try to make it happen.
