When ‘bohemian’ is the stylistic foundation of a wedding or elopement, you know we’re on board! The thing we love most about boho style is its versatility! Today’s elopement inspiration is a perfect example of how a boho style can marry so well with other vibes, like vintage. An old castle in Canton of Bern
Month: August 2020
To understand the depth of the relationship between Seema + Sanjin, you have to get a little bit of their backstory. S + S are both doctors who met at Tulane Medical School in New Orleans, LA. Seema is a Nola-born Pakistani girl and Sanjin immigrated as a child to the United States with his
As I write this, the rain has suddenly started to pour down in torrents. It feels a world away from the glorious setting of the wedding I have the privilege of sharing with you today. Set against the lush greenery of Sheffield Botanical Gardens, this celebration is whimsical, relaxed and a true celebration of all
It’s no secret that we’re in a very unstable economic climate at the moment, with many suppliers having been put out of work completely over the last few months. If your wedding has been postponed for a year or two, don’t assume that your suppliers will be able to afford to charge the same rate
I have an infusion of pure romance for you today as I take you to Iscoyd Park for an August wedding full of pastel shades, blowsy roses and soft candlelight. And lovelies, if you haven’t already discovered our superb Little Book Wedding Directory, then I’m sure that this wedding will be the perfect introduction. I’m
Welcome to another edition of Links + Loves! Let’s jump right in… Even if you aren’t a parent, there’s just something about that transition of school starting, right? A few of our editors are tackling home school and distance learning, and some of us are just stocking up on school supplies for the nostalgia of
One of life’s truths is that if Alexis of The Shift Creative is planning a party, it’s going to be uh-mazing. EVEN IF she plans it in just four days. For her daughter’s birthday, she whipped together a boho beach theme party with not a cocktail umbrella or plastic palm tree in sight. No, this
These gorgeous images came my way via photographer Osman Marfo-Gyasi of Wolf & Co., who I’ve had the pleasure of becoming acquainted with online in recent months. There are so many reasons I adore these images – aside from the fact they are pure and authentic (models Miniver and Daniel are a real couple, who
Today we are bringing you the exclusive FIRST LOOK at the brand new Rue de Seine 2020 collection, Golden Rhapsody! When Rue launches a new collection, it’s our unofficial favorite day of the year. Our entire editorial team pours over the new boho wedding dresses and picks out our favorites, which is a VERY tough
When I get bookings for weddings between October and March one of the main stipulations couples have is that its full of candlelight, cosy vibes and heavy with rich colours, this is obviously a wonderful brief and I love to turn it into reality. With so many of my couples and other couples moving dates
Much of the focus, in the wedding world, this year has been on couples changing their original 2020 wedding plans. With so many pivoted plans and postponements, it’s easy to get lost in the drama of cancel culture. However, there’s a heap of couples slated to get married in 2021 or 2022 that just want
Don’t you just love vow renewals?! Even more than the wedding day itself, a vow renewal celebrates love, commitment and a lifelong journey together. We are seeing more and more couples celebrating milestones with striking and inspirational moments like this 5 year vow renewal in Queenstown, New Zealand. Bringing in some of the trendiest desert tones
It feels rather an enormous pleasure to be sharing this wedding today, for we shared the beautiful bride’s sisters’s wedding back in 2017 and it remains one of our most popular and much loved weddings here on this wedding blog. Today though, it’s the turn of sister and Primary School Teacher Lucy, and assistant headteacher
Buckle up, love. We’re hitting the road with nothing but a vintage car, a rad couple, and a few hundred roses in tow! You know, just in case. This road trip elopement inspiration is the brainchild of photographer, Heather K. Purdy, and here’s a little BTS from the lady herself: There are three things I
In a time when scaling down wedding guest sizes seems to be the norm, it’s only appropriate to start reconsidering the types of spaces at our disposal and how to maximize the use of decor. Learning how to style a micro wedding (the most on-trend wedding style spin-off) can make your special day feel more
Joy. Such a small word to carry such meaning within its three short letters. If you’ve been planning and hoping for your wedding over these past months; if you’ve had to postpone, rethink, or even cancel those plans, joy may have been a feeling which has felt, at times, in very short supply. Throughout it
Guys, guys, guys – the new BHLDN Plus collection launched today and we are HERE FOR IT. Included in the category: not 5, not 10, but over 30 curated bridal gowns and 20 bridesmaids dresses. And the best news? They aren’t just online — they are in 10 stores. Because everyone deserves a chance to
When conceptualizing their romantic garden wedding, Victoria and John knew they wanted to create a magical atmosphere for their family + friends. They planned a wedding they felt comfortable with, only sticking to tradition if it felt right (love it!). For example, Victoria didn’t wear white…oh, no. Instead, she WOWed in a mesmerizing pink tulle
Our lovely friend and Little Book member Debbie Carlisle crafts the most beautiful collection of headpieces, hair vines, and other accessories like garters and earrings, too. You’ll see one of her gorgeous, sparkling pieces here in the rustic, rural wedding I have to share with you all today. Primary school teacher Gemma and wedding photographer
How many of you lovelies are finding that you’re planning for a winter wedding? If so, then I really hope that today’s wedding gives you plenty of ideas for creating an elegant and warm day. Please meet primary school teacher Sarah and online business owner Andy, who wed on 14 December 2019 at Dragon Hall
Welcome to another edition of Links + Loves! Let’s jump right in… First, a few fun things from GWS this week: do you know how to write your own vows? This was a popular post this week and we get it – saying exactly how you feel and making it beautiful but not too long
These days celebrations are a little smaller, but that doesn’t mean they need to be any less magical! To a bride, a bridal shower can be momentous, and an intimate setting in your backyard with a few of your closest gals can be all that you need for an über memorable night. With summer subtly
Well this is a treat – a wedding featuring two of our beloved Little Book Wedding Directory members and very much loved wedding suppliers; couture dress designer Sassi Holford and talented contemporary photographer, Heather Shuker of Eclection Photography. Genevieve, a Theatre Artist and Moss, a Software Developer, tied the knot on 20th January at Islington Town
Would you consider yourself a Sneakerhead? Jen is big into sneakers; and maybe it’s because of coronavirus casual wear, but we’re finding sneakers on our feet six out of the seven days of the week! With so many pairs of sneakers on our minds and in our wardrobe, it’s clear some things needed to be
We’re sure you’re familiar with pop-up bakeries and pop-up boutiques, but have you heard of the latest craze- the Pop-Up Wedding Chapel?? The Pop-Up Chapel Co. hosted an unbelievable two day event at Evergreen Brick Works. We’re here to tell you, it’s everything you can imagine and more! With a sunrise and sunset-themed setup, a
It’s such a pleasure to continue our long-tradition of interviews with designers and makers by welcoming Katy Britton, the designer behind Mariée, an award-winning British bespoke bridal label. For me, there is so much joy in these interviews. Not only are we able to get to know the talented designers themselves and find out more
Okay, lovers. Prepare to be swept away by this whimsical wedding inspiration! Rule number one for a fairy tale wedding: you must find a fairy tale location. And we just can’t think of many more magical places than a grove of cherry blossoms in bloom! You have to be there at just the right time
I am so excited to flex my writing muscles and share today’s wedding with all of you lovelies. Not only did the outdoorsy September celebration take inspiration from a delicate dried flower wall, but the bride chose the most elegant combination of pieces from our favourites, Halfpenny London. Shall we take a look? On 28
If there’s anyone who knows how to throw a party, it’s Jenny of Forrest and J! And now we can confidently say that Jenny is also the master when it comes to knowing how to host a social distancing party. See for reference: this birthday-combined-baby-shower party that just happens to be for Jenny herself! Complete
You know how we’re always saying that we love a bride who just goes for it, and isn’t afraid to be herself?! Well, these authentic brides demonstrate how much style can be tucked riiight under the train of a dress. We’re talkin’ about brides wearing rad sneakers on their wedding day! If you’re a Sneakerhead