Wedding Illustrations

Imagine a live artist; painting your beautiful wedding; creating a lasting impression of the most important day of your life; on paper as it takes place! Move over photography & video, make a little room for some ink and paint. San Fransisco based artist, Wendy MacNaughton, who is best known for her ink and watercolor drawings of commuters and mental maps of the cities neighborhoods, has recently dipped her paint brush in the magical world of weddings. Her original painted drawings  are the perfect touch of whimsical for your big day. Last month, she was commissioned by a mother of the bride, who wished to give her daughter something extra special on her wedding day. How precious is that? The ceremony was a small, intimate affair, held at the brides home among 20 guests. Wendy was there, ink and pen on hand to draw the ceremony, then rushed ahead to the reception location where a grand celebration took place with 250 guests. She then painted the ceremony drawing, framed it and had it on display as the guests arrived so they could see what happened an hour before.

Yowza! That's what I call a quick turn around and how lovely to have something so special to greet the guests.

During the cocktail hour, she painted the guests and all the delightful little details, lighting, flowers, cake etc

And while the guests enjoyed their dinner, Wendy went to work, painted the ink drawings, mounted them to a board and placed them on display for all to see making a creative addition to the wedding decor. Um, AH-mazing, right?
If you're a bride to be in the Bay area and on the hunt for a little something extra for your special day, ya might wanna add Wendy to your list.... 


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Shower the newlyweds with dried flowers

Rice: OUT Dried Flowers: IN
(plus the rice is no good for the birdies)

Not only can these dried beauties be a pretty alternative to the "rice throwing" at your wedding but they could also serve as lovely detail for your table setting or scattered down the aisle....
If you are a DIY bride look here for some little tips on how to dry petals
Crunched for time bride? purchase from here


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Flower Spotlight: Snowberry

 
The other day I spotted some beautiful pink snowberries at the market and couldn't resist snatching them up. The snowberry plant is dotted with tiny clusters of berries, color ranging from white to pink. A lovely floral choice for a autumn or winter wedding, as it is decorative element in any arrangement or bouquet. I'm especially adoring this little berry all on its own in the beautiful bouquets pictured below.

But it also works well with other beauties from the garden, whether it's an accent in a boutonniere, bridal bouquet or table arrangement.

As much as I adore the pink snowberry, I would love to see a winter wedding with white snowberry everywhere.......


image source: photo 1 & 2 little daily's, photo 3&4
Martha Stewart, photo 5 garden on the square, photo 6 Martha Stewart,
photo 7  Bloom

PAPER GOODS: Art Deco Invitations

Beautiful Art Deco wedding invitations from Go Go Snap! Vintage Correspondence.
A little etsy shop filled with vintage inspired business cards, wedding invitations and Save The Date cards. If your a vintage junkie like me, you will definitely want to check it out.

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ACCESSORIES: Masion Guillet Floral headbands

Ooh la la Haute-Couture romantic flower headbands for Chanel, adore. These beauties were created by Maison Guillet, a exclusive art workshop that has been dedicated to creating leaf ornaments, long and short stem flowers, fashion flowers, floral sets for the haute couture houses since 1896. For a little inside peek of this workshop, check out the video below created by Le Modalogue.

(image source 1: Maison Guillet, image 2 via leblogdebetty)

little weekly finds....

wild moss ring
little black lace cocktail dress 
radish & tulip bouquet 
modern twist on paper lanterns 
adorable customized cake toppers
DIY velvet headbands
homespun wedding in the woods
delicate, sparkling shrugs
I'm sooooo into these teal velvet wedges that this bride ROCKED! (via eastside bride)
I love reading design sponge "living in" posts and was happy to see my comment wish granted this week! Film, "Party Girl" hey hey haloooo parker posey style. adore her. wish to be her. so kooky, in a good way. if you haven't seen it, watch STAT.

Rosebud Lights

I imagine these rosebud lights would brighten up any little party
found here


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Collette Dinnigan

All the bling wrapped up in one dress, like this jewel encrusted bodice and layered tulle skirt designed by Collette Dinnigan
Simple yet over the top. I call it, "the all inclusive dress"
no jewels required, imagine that?

Vintage Jewels

Gorgeousness oh my!
these antique rose cut diamond rings from the Georgian period, are unique and lovely in every way.
 A beautiful choice for an engagement ring, don't you think?

What period do you favor? Edwardian? Art Deco?........

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Paper Flowers

Artist, Jude Miller creates the most realistic paper flowers I have ever seen! Oh so pretty!
She also makes these beautiful head pieces...
two of my favorite flowers: violet and mountain laurel.
How do feel about paper flowers? would you carry them as your bridal bouquet?

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little weekly finds.....

i would love to welcome every season with a fancy, family gathering
stunning silk and feather dress
Grecian inspired headpiece 
red velvet cake in a jar
terrarium center pieces
wine bottle candles for the table
sweet anniversary invites
lego wedding rings

things to remember......

Real Wedding: Courtney and Taavo

Apparently, I'm stuck in the forest with all these enchanting weddings. Don't get me wrong, as it is one of my favorite themes\location for any kind of soiree, so I could not resist sharing the beautiful wedding of Courtney and Taavo Somer.  Laid back, bohemian chic appears to be the style of this NYC couple, who headed for the hills of their country house in upstate New York to tie the knot. Photographer, Josie Miner, captured the perfect mixture of casual simplicity with eclectic elegance. Love it all but the wow factor for me, is, the beautiful brides dress, a flowing, ethereal, romantic gown created by none other than designer Zac Posen. sigh. To see more of this wedding go here

Looking for more bohemian bride inspiration? dresses: here, here, here and here 

hair accessories: here, here and here

(photography Josie Miner)

Sneak Peek: Upstate NY Wedding

Check back later today for more details from this beautiful wedding..................

Vintage Jewelry: Olivia Colling

Yowza! blinded. now that's some ice, some pretty, vintage ice that is...
okay, so it's not budget friendly, what so ever but it is divine and different, right?

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window shopping

walking around Milan window shopping, I couldn't help but snap a few from Luisa Beccaria's gem of a store
frothy, tulle galore.....
The silhouette reminds me of the wedding dress Stephanie Seymour rocked in the November Rain video....
I'm guessing not many could or would want to rock Ms. Seymour's style but I'm warming up to Ms. Beccaria's version

WEDDING STYLE: City Hall Chic

Dress: Therese Rawsthorne via Frances May Ring: Gurhan Shoes: Prada City Hall chic anyone? Just you and your love, dressed in simple yet stylish attire, a single flower and a little lipstick for color.  I love the idea of a quiet, no fuss wedding, like this couple's court house union I posted a few weeks ago.

little wedding rings

Rose cut diamond ring from designer, Yossi Harari, makes for a lovely understated wedding band. I'm also into the idea of this style being used as an engagement ring. Right?

ACCESSORIES: flower crowns

Traditional veil not your thing? How about a crown made of beautiful fresh flowers?
This blue beauty was created by the talented Nicolette Owen of Nicolette Camille, who also happens to be hosting open studio this week.  So,  if you happen to be in nyc\brklyn area, stop by to see how she magically whips up these lovelies

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little weekly finds...

a photo essay on sweet couples that have been married for 50 years
Victorian wedding dresses
a sentimental bride alters her mother's dress into a short and chic frock 
I'll take one of each from this cupcake list
I'm married to a dj, so this wall of records would not only be my hubs dream but also mine, organized.
pretty floral head pieces
loving these pieces from this jewelry designer

botanical plates for your love nest

just for fun....bring me back to my childhood with these stickers,

a little more ferretti please.....

If you've been reading LWB for some time, you probably know by now,  I'm obsessed, with the designs of Alberta Ferretti.  Since it's fashion week here in Milan, a city I now call home and after Wednesdays post, it would only be fitting, to end your week with some more eye candy from her Spring 2011 collection
Aren't these romantic, flowing gowns, dreamy?

VINTAGE: Sweet Wedding Dress

A vintage wedding dress made of lace and a organdy pleated skirt, sure makes for a stunning combination. Oh my and what a steal! priced at $189
to get a closer look head over here 

Maison Michel

A mixture of fine feathers, pearls, chains, lace galore! I'm captivated by these ready-to-wear accessories, designed by Laetitia Crahay, Maison Michel’s artistic director. I would love to see a bride out there put a little twist in her attire with one of these divine creations.....anyone?

I myself am pinning over these bunny ears, not sure why but I sure wish I had an excuse to wear something so, um, quirky? Also, don't you just love how they used drawings rather then photographs to show the 2010 collection? so pretty.

Alberta Ferretti Bridal

Love anything by designer, Alberta Ferretti. Brides out there aiming for understated glamour, will feel like they have found the perfect match with her bridal collection here and here. Also some of the designs from the main collection, which I'm absolutely digging, make beautitful alternatives for your big day, like this silk, sleek number. I'm actually more partial to the idea of a bride wearing a dress that's not hanging in the "bridal" section but that's just me.

a little footcandy

Looking for a splash of color, something other than traditional white for your little feet on the big day? How about the oh so coveted, Isabel Marant poppy red suede heel? The season "IT" shoe could be the perfect match.  Too much color for your look? A girl can't go wrong with a chic little pair of black heels, like this bride.  I'm personally in favor of the stylish black pair on your wedding day and I'm adoring these black suede from valentino.........sigh

They may be a pretty penny but you will definitely wear these babies again and again.....)

Branch jewelry

 Love the simplicity of these rings. Perfect for that offbeat bride seeking something a little less traditional for an engagement ring. Aren't they darling? to see more go here

little weekly finds

wild, overgrown and beautiful

feather and a fern won't you be mine? 

I desire something, anything, love it all from this collection 

how do we feel about a dramatic and or sweet peter pan collar on a these vintage wedding dresses?

i know ivory is a no no but i can't help by love these a few vintage pieces here and here

sweet, stylish, petite wedding

hello 1920's peach velvet dress!

15 things you don't have to do at your wedding

Real Wedding on Samish Point by the Bay

I love when creative peeps share their work with me especially when the event is small and whimsical. Oh and involves playful masks. Today's beautiful wedding was photographed by a newbie on the wedding scene, Seattle based photographer, Desiree of Des Haigh Photography. This intimate celebration took place in the hub of northwest Washington State, Samish Point by the Bay. The ceremony was held on the property of this little house, nature all around and a reception dinner with close family and friends at The Williams Point House. oh-so-enchanting and sweet, right? Desiree, was kind enough to give some more details about this lovely event.  "Grace and Dylan rented several properties for their family and closest friends to stay for the 4 day event. The Williams Point House was the main attraction for most of the meals and events. They hosted a 8 course meal that was sustainably/locally grow and prepared by a local Chef. The day after the event all the guests (including myself) were invited to head out to the San Juan Islands to go Orca whale watching which was beyond spectacular!  The main focus for their entire event was to be surrounded in love by people who understood the special-ness of their relationship and love." to see more of this wedding go here

Sneak Peek: Real Wedding

Stop by LWB later today for closer look at a sweet, small, whimsical wedding held on the coast of Washington state.

Cécile Boccara

Cécile Boccara's beautiful hand made creations add a touch of whimsy to any brides attire. Her studio is based in Paris, France (sigh) but also makes many pieces to order. If your in the states, some of her pretty little things can be found exclusively at NYC Anthropologie stores.... take a look at her feathers, flowers, birds galore collection