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1 Feb

Fort Worth Bridal Portraits from Amanda Marie Portraits

This girl has quickly come one of my favorite photographers. She has a knack for making everything look utterly effortless. I have watched Amanda Marie Portraits bloom over the years, and I couldn’t be more proud to feature her work! Lauren’s bridal portraits are all things her. From the funky headband, to the Carrie Bradshaw-eque flower, to those fabulous glittery gold heels, Lauren has let her spunk shine through! You can tell this is a Fort Worth girl from the great photos at the Water Gardens. Who hasn’t spent a day just in awe of that place?! Enjoy Lauren..

By The Wedding Party Studio | Posted in Bridal Jewelry, Tips for the Bride, Wedding Fashion, Wedding Gowns, Wedding Photography, Wedding Shoes | Tagged Amanda Marie Portraits, Fort Worth Bridal Portrait, Fort Worth Photographer, Fort Worth Wedding Photographer | Comments (0)

31 Jan

Spice Up the Reception with Unique Table Cards

A great way to make your reception unique is through table cards. These are a small detail that don’t have to perfectly match your reception, but instead you can make them unique to your life. I love the idea of using maps of your favorite places to travel together! If you and your honey love the beach, then carved rocks and little umbrellas in sand could be perfect for you! If he proposed in Paris, how about macaroons?

If you met him in the laundromat, pick up some fresh lavender to match the scent of your favorite detergent. The smell always reminds you of him! Can you imagine anything more adorable than silverware and old keys for the antique loving couple. And for that extra healthy couple, that might have found their hands in a pile of fruit at the grocery store- juicy green apples could be too cute.

By The Wedding Party Studio | Posted in DIY Projects, Table Top, Tips for the Bride, place card holders, place cards | Tagged Fruit Place Card Holder, Lavender Place Card Holder, Map Place Card Holder, Place Card Holders, Unique Place Card Holder Ideas | Comments (0)

30 Jan

Simply Beautiful Winter Wedding in Newport Beach

Officially my favorite winter wedding. This Newport Beach beauty hit it right on the spot with a bridal-esque fur wrap in the lightest color, and a dark fur capelet for her bridesmaids. The long light blue gowns are elegant and seasonally appropriate. I love the simple bouquets, wrapped in silver fabric. A touch of class but not over the top, this wedding was photographed by Snap! Photography and featured on Style Me Pretty. Everything about this wedding is simply beautiful, from the black and white invitations, to the all-white reception. Don’t miss the bride’s reception addition- a great sparkly belt!

Wedding Photography: Snap! Photography / Florist: Flowers by Semia / Wedding Venue + Catering: Belle Mer in Newport, Rhode Island / Cupcakes: Confectionery Designs / Wedding Gown: Angelina Faccenda via La Reine / Bride’s Belt: Enzoani “Fabi” / Brides Shoes: Badgley Mischka / Bride’s Earrings + Fur Wrap: Antiques Owned by the Bride’s Grandmother / Bridesmaids Dresses: Bill Levkoff / Black Faux-Fur Shrugs: Alexbridal / Hair: New Leaf Salon / Makeup: Kristina Jones of Alayne White Spa / Invitations, Ceremony Programs + Holiday Ornament Place Cards: DIY by the Bride / Wedding Favors: Chocolate Delicacy / Transportation: Newport Wedding Trolley + Viking Tours / Lodging: Pearls of Newport

By The Wedding Party Studio | Posted in Bridesmaids, Color Palettes, Invitations & Stationary, Real Weddings, Tips for the Bride, Wedding Accesssories, Wedding Gowns | Tagged Wedding Gown with Fur, Winter Beach Wedding, Winter Wedding, Winter Wedding Decor, Winter Wedding Dress, Winter Wedding Photography | Comments (0)

27 Jan

Destination Wedding in Jamaica by Raquel Reis

The beauty in this destination wedding is how personal it feels. Instead of being thousands of miles away, everyone looks like they are celebrating in the couple’s {beachy} back yard. With a dapper groom in a white jacket, and a bride that oozes of old hollywood glamour, this wedding is classy, and comfortable. Can it get any better than that? There might be sand underneath your toes, but that doesn’t mean you should lose the glitz and glam of a wedding. The bride wore Christian Louboutin’s down the aisle and accessorized with a jeweled headpiece. Their wedding was held at the Round Hill Resort in Jamaica, and photographed by Raquel Reis.

Wedding Photography: Raquel Reis / Venue + Catering: Round Hill Hotel & Villas in Montego Bay, Jamaica / Calligraphy + Monogrammed Stamp: Mara Zepeda of Neither Snow / Save the Dates: iomoi / Postcards + Postage Stamps: Designed by Bride and Her Mother on Zazzle / Vintage Stamps: Precious Owl / Flowers: Paulette of Tai Flora / Wedding Gown: J. Mendel / Butcher’s Twine: The Twinery / Bridesmaids’ Dresses: Dolce & Gabbana via Net-a-Porter / Shoes: Custom Christian Louboutin / Groom’s Outfit: Ralph Lauren / Groom’s Cufflinks: Jeneri Jewelry / Wedding Stationery: Anita Katz Forster Design (Owned by bride’s mother, artfulwall@aol.com)

By The Wedding Party Studio | Posted in Caribbean Weddings, Destination Weddings, Outdoor Wedding, Wedding Gowns, wedding venue | Tagged beach destination weddings, Beach Wedding, Beach Wedding Dress, Bridal Shoes, Christian Louboutin Wedding Shoes, Destination Wedding Themed Details and Decor, Destination Weddings, Hollywood Glamour Wedding, Jamaica Beach Wedding | Comments (0)

26 Jan

Natural Light Bridal Portrait from Wisner Photo

One of the best parts of this bridal portrait session is the beauty in the natural light. It is not harsh or glaring, and it highlights the brides best features. Many photographers know that the best light is right after sunrise, or the twilight hour right before sunset. Since many of use don’t want to be up at 6 am, make sure to schedule your photography session for a late afternoon. This is when you will get those natural sunspots and rays of light in your photo. No photoshop necessary!

By The Wedding Party Studio | Posted in Tips for the Bride, Wedding Gowns, Wedding Photography | Tagged Bridal Portrait Photography, Dallas Wedding Photographer, Natural Light Photography, Nature Bridal Portrait, Wedding Photography | Comments (0)

25 Jan

Rainy Day Bride

Don’t let a little {big} thunderstorm ruin your big day. As we brace for flooding in North Texas, here are some ways to save the day with an umbrella, rainboots, and your perfect man. All images from Pinterest.

By The Wedding Party Studio | Posted in Inspiration Boards, Outdoor Wedding, Tips for the Bride, Wedding Accesssories, Wedding Shoes | Tagged Rainy Day Bride, Rainy Wedding, Rainy Wedding Planning, Umbrella Wedding Decor, Umbrellas at the Wedding, Wedding Day Rain | Comments (0)

24 Jan

Portraits of a Military Couple

I feel like this couple is telling eachother a secret in these photographs. With every click of Kari Crowe’s camera, they are whispering sweet nothings and stealing glances. They are so in love, it almost hurts.

By The Wedding Party Studio | Posted in Outdoor Wedding, Tips for the Bride, Wedding Photography | Tagged Dallas Wedding Photographer, fort worth wedding, Fort Worth Wedding Photography, Kari Crowe Photography, Wedding Photography | Comments (0)

23 Jan

Mint- The “it” color for Spring!

From mint juleps, to mint nail polish, to a mint cake- you can cast everything in the sweetest minty-green light at your wedding! It is fresh, sweet and subtle. Using this color in everything will be calming and classic. The underwhelming vibe is an excellent way to tie together your jewelry, and your cake stands. Go crazy with mint this spring!

By The Wedding Party Studio | Posted in Color Palettes, DIY Projects, Inspiration Boards, Tips for the Bride | Tagged Mint Color Scheme, Mint Wedding Color, Spring Color Scheme, spring fling, spring wedding | Comments (0)

20 Jan

Fun Wedding Hairstyles

Happy Friday, y’all! Here are some great hairstyles to pump up your day. An up-do can be stiff, but these are anything but! With braids, and flowers, and some serious volume- you can create anything you want.

By The Wedding Party Studio | Posted in Beauty, Tips for the Bride, Wedding Fashion, hair accessories, hair combs, headpieces | Tagged Bridal Accessories, Bridal Fashion, Bridal Hair, hair updo combs, Wedding Hair Accessories, Wedding Hair Top Bun, Wedding Hair with Flowers | Comments (0)

19 Jan

Colored Diamond Engagement Rings

While I am a huge fans of a super-sparkly diamond, there is something giddy and romantic about a pastel hued engagement ring. Right now, I am loving light pink and light blue. Whether those be pink sapphires, aquamarines, or colored diamonds, I think they can be beautiful in a delicate ring. Used lightly, these stones will not overpower your ring. All images come from pinterest!