Welcome to another edition of Links + Loves! Let’s jump right in… Before you get too deep into “add to cart” season, take some time to make a mindful gift list—here are 16 socially conscious jewelry brands that we’re really excited to support this year. And just for fun on the spookiest weekend of the
Month: October 2020
Dracula had to pivot his big wedding plans because of the coronavirus. Instead, he opted for a micro wedding in an autumn-covered graveyard. With the styling help of A Family Affair Maine, Cody James Barry Photography put together today’s vampy editorial with Dracula’s bride in mind! It just so happens that this editorial is set
It’s so deeply encouraging to see how many businesses supporting the wedding industry today are seeking to be as ethical and sustainable as possible. This wonderful editorial was sent in by Melinda Grant of Mel’s Brides, who was the brain behind both the shoot concept and bridal styling in this lovely set of images and
It’s so easy, especially during holiday shopping season, to fall into an ‘add it to my cart’ haze without really thinking about what you’re buying. Whether we’re browsing gifts for ourselves, someone else or necessities, these days we’re drawn to socially conscious companies with a lot of good to go around! You know when you
A stunning, Halloween angel as fallen on the Bonneville Salt Flats, and we (admittedly) couldn’t be happier! This edgy, elopement editorial is the perfect slice of Halloween inspiration! Photography talents, Annette Ambrose and Darian Kaia, got together with their goulfriends to create this romantic + angelic seasonal inspiration. The magic of the Salt Flats mesmerize
Looking for proposal ideas? Or maybe you’re just trying to throw hints at the best places in the world for your partner to propose? From UK hotspots to far-off beaches, these are the most popular places to propose according to Instagram. The Best Places in the World to Propose Celebrity Cruises has analysed Instagram posts
Lovely ones, I have a proper corker of a celebration to share with you today. The effervescent joy just fizzes out from these beautiful images, and there’s colour and whimsy galore. From the pink tiered and embroidered dress worn by our bride, to her flower crown and shiny disco heels, and our groom’s super tartan
When we’re talking Halloween wedding inspiration, what better of a setting than somewhere called ‘The Catacombs?!’ Yes, that’s the setting of today’s macabre series with eerie baby’s breath. It’s all Addam’s Family meets Halloween glam at the Boo Cat Club in St. Louis, Missouri. Photographer, Steph Masat, gives us some insight surrounding this morbid inspiration
OOOOO this wedding, you guys! Where do we even begin?? We’ve loved getting to see how our couples were able to change up their plans from big bash to micro wedding and this one is no different. When Covid came around and Lindsay + Pedro knew their large Mexican wedding day would have to look
Today’s wedding took place just a few short weeks ago, and goes to show that a reduced guest list (along with other COVID related restrictions) doesn’t diminish either the joy or the style of a lovingly planned celebration. Sit back and enjoy this one – full of spectacular flowers, delicious food, subtle shimmer and sophistication,
Your path to the altar has likely taken some quite unexpected turns this year, and with the launch of her 2021 bridal accessory collection, “Nightbird,” designer Emma Katzka gets it: Our newest collection was inspired by our brides, many of whom have spent the last year adjusting, readjusting, and going with the flow. We’ve always
Sorry! Before you read this feature, you’ve got to give us the secret password! Seriously guys, if you’re all about the eclectic, off-beat, Art Deco, New Orleans meets 1920’s aesthetic, then buckle up because this wedding is a whole experience! In fact, after seeing this, we’d love for more couples to create a similar immersive
Wersha Bharadwa gets a dose of the quiet life in the idyllic Cotswolds with Cotswolds Hideaways. With international travel still off the cards for many of us here in the UK, we’ve been on the hunt for the perfect quarantine-free getaway. With long country walks at every turn and cosy nights in by the fire,
Hello lovelies, thank you so, so much for bearing with us these past few days. We’ve an enormous collection of weddings to schedule and share with you, but we’re still a small team operating under COVID times and at the moment, campaigning for the support our wedding sector needs has been my number one priority
This autumn-inspired wedding is like walking through an enchanted forest from our favorite fairytale. From the moody, rich colors, abundance of pumpkins and seasonal greenery, this wedding had us ready for our fairy godmother to appear! It’s truly a fall fairytale. The design + floral team at Dogwood & Fir share their spicy, fall wedding
Remember when the idea of wearing a mask conjured up something a little more romantic? Imaginative costumes and mysterious dance partners, drinks clinking and laughter in the air…the eerie nostalgia of a true masquerade ball! Today, we’re diving head-first into a version that mixes Edgar Allan Poe wedding inspiration with a moody-glam aesthetic and it’s
I’m feeling a sense of relief that the weekend is here at last and am beyond delighted to be sharing this film and these images with you today. This editorial showcases the work of a number of brilliant wedding suppliers, including films by our Little Book members, Zach & Grace and bridal fashion from Mirror
When today’s couple first became engaged, they never could have envisaged the way that 2020 would turn out – none of us could. If you’re planning a wedding, if you’ve postponed or rearranged plans, every single reaction and feeling is completely valid and totally understandable. Some of you want to wait and have the day
Welcome to another edition of Links + Loves! Let’s jump right in… Well, it has been a downright THRILLING week for our team because of two things. First up, we wrote and designed a wedding planner!! If you’ve followed us for a while, you know about our GWS x Erin Condren Collection. We’ve been creating
Give us all the warm, Harvest hues!! With Fall in full swing, we’re taking all the warm and cozies wherever we can get them. That’s why we’re loving this vintage-inspired wedding shoot with its Autumnal florals, velvet rentals, and nude tone wedding dress. The Spell Society transformed Foxfire Mountain House into a floral-lover’s Heaven! In
Over the past few years, and before then too, we’ve seen the issue of sustainability and environmental-responsibility becoming more and more discernible in the wedding industry. Today’s bride thoughtfully planned and styled her wedding with sustainability at its heart, and I think you’re going to get some great ideas from her. Oh, and in terms
Prepare yourselves. These brides have fierce fashion that will blow you away…not to mention an abundance of authentic romantic inspiration. We’re driving home two things in this romantic elopement: 1) keep dreaming big dreams, and 2) love always wins! Cassandra of Elysian Creative shares a bit about this editorial: Our real life couple, wife and
Do you smell that? It’s the intoxicating smell of sea salt, a California breeze and incredible styling with free-spirited wedding dresses. The creatives behind Wild Heart Events partnered with Barcelona-based dress designer, Immacle. With travel and weddings essentially on hold, we are starving for seaside styling just like this! Here, the team put together an
Over the past few months, like many of you, I’ve really come to appreciate and savour the little things in life. You know the ones I mean; that first sip of a really good coffee, the unexpected splash of vivid colour from a rose in full bloom, a friend checking in just to say ‘hi’.
A quiet, magical atmosphere. You’re best girls. Neutral desert tones. Food and wine and poolside naps — this is the bachelorette party your 2020 NEEDS. Today we’re following a group of ladies to a totally Insta-worthy, neutral-toned Airbnb bachelorette party in Joshua Tree. And guys, we love it SO MUCH that we put together a
Please expect full body chills from this creepy chic Halloween photo session. It’s sure to hold your attention (and never let go). We’re dead inside in all the right places from the incredible makeup and steamy, harvest vibes. Nancy + Nishant are gorgeous skeletons by *Halloween* night but a wedding planning couple by day! Nancy
As with so many 2020 wedding couples, our couple had to rethink their original plans following COVID restrictions, opting for a pared-back but gorgeous ceremony this year, and a larger party to look forward to in 2022. This is the wedding of Kate and Danny. Kate runs her own weddings and events floristry business, Damson
We’ve been keeping a secret!! Our team has been working hard behind the scenes to create, write, and design the most helpful and versatile softbound wedding planner, just for you! First, we pooled together our collective knowledge of planning and photographing weddings, designing florals, working with vendors and couples, and of course, creative wedding trends.
There’s no better place to look for modern romantic bridal accessories than the latest collection from Hushed Commotion. “Salt & Sand” is an assortment of ocean-inspired bridal jewelry, hair accessories, belts, and more: Our newest collection focuses on smooth shapes and fluid lines, with materials evoking the ocean. Look for luminous textures, mother-of-pearl, opals, and
I’m incredibly proud to share this exceptional editorial with you this evening. These images were taken by the exceptional Georgina Harrison, who I’m incredibly proud to recommend through our Little Book Wedding Directory. Georgina teamed up with her long-time creative partner, creative stylist Kate Cullen, and a team of other wonderful wedding suppliers, to produced