Thank you mom!! We can never utter those words enough, right?! With everything they do for us and for all of the love they give, moms deserve a magical Mother’s Day celebration- even during quarantine! (Let’s hear it for all of the mamas out there who are conquering this homeschool/work-from-home challenge!!) Since Mother’s Day will
Month: April 2020
We are deeply proud of all of our Little Book Wedding Directory members right now. For anyone working in an industry that depends on hospitality and events, these are incredibly difficult and challenging times. The concern of how the lockdown is going to impact careers and livlihoods is very, very real, and yet I am
Since the CDC has recommended everyone wear cloth masks in public, we’ve seen a lot of our favorite brands and small businesses launch a face-covering initiative. This is FABULOUS for a number of reasons. First, it creates resources for the general public while not dipping into hospital-grade PPE. Second, it’s making up for a loss
Dating is a challenge at the best of times, but throw a global pandemic into the mix and it can feel almost impossible. However, in a world where it’s never been easier to connect with each other, there are still plenty of ways that you can feel the love with a date night during a
What does it mean to be married if it’s not all about navigating life’s ups and down’s together?! Let’s just say, Covid-19 isn’t just a bump in the road and for many, it can seem like a mountain. However, for Gloria + Caleb, there wasn’t anything that could keep their love down! Faced with the
There are certain words that we probably all think are being over-used at the moment. We might find ourselves rolling our eyes when, once again, this situation is described as ‘unprecedented’. But my goodness, it’s true. In fact, it almost actually downplays what’s going on. It’s easy to hear the word but begin to miss
And now for some GOOD NEWS! One of our fave bridal brands, BHLDN, is doing something totally unprecedented that’s never been done before. As bridal fashion week is sadly canceled this year, BHLDN is pulling back the curtain and doing a pre-launch of their Fall 2020 Collection…months in advance! This is truly an exclusive look
While your wedding plans may be on hold, it’s never been easier for us to connect with friends and family around the world and share some special moments together online. Virtual weddings are a new trend growing in popularity as we settle into this ‘new normal’. It’s no secret the wedding industry has been hit
There’s this little, make-believe town where the stylistic elements of Palm Springs and New Orleans come to party in peace + harmony. If you’re thinking modern styling + feathers, then you’re right on track! Meaghan Brianne Photo shares her vision for this wedding inspiration: I put together a mood board with peachy pinks and touches
When we eventually emerge from this lockdown, there are some things I hope stay with us forever. It’s I think more evident now than it ever has been in our lifetimes, that we must (note ‘must’, not need) do as much as we can to contribute towards the health of our precious planet. Lockdown is
So, you’re planning a wedding! There are two scenarios when it comes to collecting RSVPs: you’re either sending texts 2 weeks out trying to gather those last-minute “yays or nays”…or, you’re not. We’ll venture to guess that you’d rather not — which is why we’re VERY excited to let you in on a little secret
The vibes for Savana + Will’s farmhouse wedding were all about vintage meets modern! Think a sleek wedding dress in a rustic location, a warm color palette but dried florals, and mid-century moden furniture mixed with DIY elements! This is what S + W dreamed up for their wedding day at Olympia’s Valley Estate. With
Here’s to Monday, and finding a reason to feel positive, to refocus and try to make the best of the wedding planning in lockdown situation we all find ourselves in. I made a personal commitment at the start of this lockdown, despite having to downsize my team, that we’d carry on sharing content – more
I got a little talkative recently about how my view of wedding images and my editorial eye has altered since pandemic lockdown. And it truly has. You’ll need to read this Instagram post to understand how – but if there was one single wedding that perfectly captures what I was trying to say, and illustrates
Darlings, how are you today? Is the sun shining? We hope it is and we hope that your little corner of the world is a safe and secure place right now. We send love, strength and all the good wishes to you today, and always. We know that lots of our readers have had to
If you’re attempting to plan a wedding during COVID-19, we know there are a LOT of questions. We’ve heard from you in emails, DMs, and comments. This is a resource for all couples to help you get some answers. Please remember to first check on your state’s specific regulations. It is also likely that even
If you’ve not had a chance to catch up with our latest lockdown advice article, I encourage you to bookmark it here for reading later. The article is full of practical and useful information on how you can continue to plan your wedding in lockdown and it’s been super well received by our lovely bridal
Not only is the current health crisis having a direct impact on the number of days we go between showers, it’s changing the we we shop in some major ways! Pivoting from in-person store shopping to exclusively online is truly an adjustment, even for the savviest web folks. Even though all shopping these days has
Whether you want to send off the happy couple with a formal wedding message, or something funny like, “better you than me!”, Personal Creations share their quick and easy step-by-step guide on what to write in a wedding card. Follow these steps to write a thoughtful wedding card message: How to Craft Your Wedding
Today is World Book Day, so Dakota + River’s wedding in a bookstore couldn’t be more perfect! When they started planning their intimate wedding, they knew they wanted it to be simple and budget-friendly. Even more importantly, they wanted to honor the things which are most important to them, which according to D, include books,
Lockdown is a funny thing. The days and weeks tick by but somehow time seems to stand still. I’m genuinely feeling quite disorientated with it at the moment, are you? It can feel strange to think about anything beyond the next few days but with each new day that dawns, we do get closer to
Because of the current health crisis, we know Mother’s Day will look a little different this year. And, although we’re procrastinating in denial, it’s time to start planning now to ensure all those special Moms + female powerhouses out there get the surprise gift they deserve! To save you the leg work, we trolled online
In honor of Earth Day, we’re excited to share everything you can rent, reuse, and/or donate for an eco-friendly wedding! A few things may just surprise you. Wedding vendors are, more and more, exploring sustainable alternatives from flowers to the food. And beyond that, new companies are popping up that offer creative solutions that are
How many of you have heard of the legendary ‘Spike Island’ Stone Roses concert, held in 1990? The 30th anniversary of this infamous event held in Cheshire was set to be celebrated this year, before the pandemic and lockdown halted those plans. I was there 🙂 Right up at the front, at the edge of
The official Grim Reaper of 2020 weddings is COVID-19. We know many couples are forced to postpone their wedding due to this pandemic; which in turn is forcing couples to cancel all those exciting pre-wedding festivities, too. Engagement parties, bridal showers + bachelorette parties just got all the air let out of them… and it’s
From elegant candelabras to rustic vintage crates, there’s so many ideas to choose from. Transform your venue with these 25 show-stopping wedding decoration ideas, whether you choose a blank canvas, characterful conversion or a stately home! jessicaraphaelphotography.com 25 Show-Stopping Wedding Decoration Ideas To Style Your Venue 1. Fairytale chandeliers What better way to illuminate a golden, Somerset stone barn
It’s the kind of wedding you might need a secret code word to get in! When Sonia + Dan started planning their wedding day, they knew they wanted it to be moody, romantic, fun, vintage, and tiki-themed! They planned the ultimate soiree at the University Club of San Francisco, which, according to their photographer, is
Over the past four weeks I have seen the industry I love being a part of, lift itself from a place of shock and fear, and navigate with creativity and confidence through to a place of opportunity and generosity. It’s an unbelievably humbling thing to witness so many business owners using their skills, expertise and
The Ocean was calling Taylor + Spencer and they just knew they had to answer with a spectacular destination wedding in beautiful Mexico. Their wedding day was all about coastal vibes, beautiful simplicity and nods to local culture. With the help of planners, Beijos Events, they mixed together earthy tones, beachy attire and the most
I’ve been doing a lot of thinking about the impact of the pandemic on Love My Dress and how I do my job. I mean, for a start, there will be a period (who knows how long) where beautiful new weddings simply won’t be able to be submitted because, well, they haven’t happened (cue me