Project Wedding Blog

This week’s real wedding is just so special.  The photos emanate such a divine love… and all of the planning revolved around the connection that Tessa and John share with their loved ones.  The bride said, ‘Once we found that center it was easy to let some traditional elements go and not feel pressured by trends. This allowed us the freedom to create a totally unique and intimate event for our guests.’  The day overflowed with organic beauty and rustic sophistication, and was captured in both digital and film photographs by Michelle Warren.

There is so much more of this gorgeous earthen palette to enjoy!… See the full story {here}.

Photos by Michelle Warren

Venue: A private estate

Bridal Gown: ‘Thank You’ by Reem Acra

Bridesmaid’s Dresses by Calvin Klein via 6pm.com

Event Coordination by Jackie Blackwell

Cake by Montecito Confections

Tags: brown, film photography, gold, green, Michelle Warren Photography, neutral, outdoor, rustic, santa barbara, white.

Andrew Thomas Clifton’s photos tell such a beautiful story…
A story of Toyin and Daniel’s exquisite Nigerian-American wedding in Lawrenceville, Georgia. Toyin looked ravishing in a Claire Pettibone gown… the Orange Blossom.
The ceremony took place in the back yard of a colonial style home built in the 1930’s, called Little Gardens.There was so much rich family heritage incorporated into the day… Both of their families are Nigerian, so it was filled with both Nigerian and American traditions. Blue is the bride’s favorite color, while brown is the groom’s favorite color.  They wove these two hues with splashes of orange for a- traditionally colorful- Nigerian wedding feel.One of our favorite photos of the day was Toyin giving her father a big smooch.  We love how Andrew captured such memorable close-ups. 

Like is customary in both Nigerian and American weddings… there was tons of dancing all evening long!

Happy wishes to Toyin + Daniel!

Photographs by Andrew Thomas Clifton

Bridal gown by Claire Pettibone

Bridesmaid’s Dresses by Bari Jay

Bride’s Hair by Shana Nunnelly of Honeecomb Natural Hair

Bride’s Makeup by Alicia

Venue: Little Gardens

Flowers and Cake by Magic Moments Inc.

Tags: blue, brown, Claire Pettibone, Nigerian wedding, orange, Southern, The Love Deluxe.

Ummm.. get ready for some gorgeousness. Chloe and Ben’s precious day could be described as a perfect combination of rustic and sophisticated style.  They wed in a breathtaking olive grove in New Zealand…  these beautiful photos by Kate MacPherson are really making me want to take a trip to that corner of the globe…

don’t they look like such a lovely couple?

Things we ♥: The bride’s couture, champagne wedding dress, Rustic typewriter print escort ‘tags,’ The three tiered chocolatey cake

Tags: brown, Kate MacPherson Photography, neutral, New Zealand, rustic.

Nancy and David’s chic, modern Vancouver wedding at Crab Park transitioned flawlessly into a fabulous disco reception at Iron Works Studio.  We’re totally impressed with the ingenuity that went into planning this unique day!  There are so many things to love about this real wedding: the bride’s adorable shrug, mini disco ball décor accents, and the couple’s ultra-70’s reception get-up!  Photos by the talented Melody Davis.

Photos by Melody Davis

Reception held at Iron Works Studio

Flowers by Garlands Florist

Tags: brown, disco, green, modern.

When photographer, Danielle Gillett,  married the love of her life, Jeff- they put their heads together with Celeste Duran to create a picturesque wayfarer’s wedding day after session!  The couple incorporated several of their passions (travel, great photography, and their pup Kona) to customize the shoot. The other collaborators include Lani Elizabeth and Shawn Cavlan.   Enjoy!

Photos by {Celeste Duran}

Jeff and Danielle’s Trash The Dress from Grover Films on Vimeo.

Video by {Richard Grover}

Tags: brown, dog, gold, indie, rustic, Styled Shoot, vintage suitcase, yellow.

Today’s real wedding is a romantic yet contemporary affair that took place in September in Santa Monica, CA.

These beautiful photographs were sent to me by the artistic Kristi Klemens of KLK Photography, who was there to capture the events of the day.  The contemporary color scheme of white, teal, and brown was inspired by Hanna’s experience as an interior designer .  The white walls, brown lighting fixtures, and teal floral carpet, along with the beautiful natural backdrop of the teal colored Pacific Ocean at The Sheraton Delfina turned this vision into a reality.    Congratulations to Hanna and Seung!  Below are just a sample of the gorgeous images that Kristi was able to capture on that beautiful September day.

Check out the full editorial on Hanna and Seung’s wedding in our Real Weddings Gallery.

Tags: brown, contemporary, teal, white.