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They hosted their ceremony and reception at La Casa Toscana, a private Tuscan estate in the heart of Southwest Florida. An elegant all-white reception awaited guests, with chiffon fabrics draping the dining space from the arbor to the grass. Permalink | Comments | Add to del.icio.us Permalink | Comments | Add to del.icio.us
field] [field title=”Proposal Story”]The the words of the bride, “Brad and I were on a ski trip to Vail, CO when we got engaged. They chose to incorporate subtle winter elegance, with evergreen touches, cozy details & fun nods to Christmas.[/field] The bride and groom gave a toast with it to open up festivities.
[section title=”The Planning”] [field title=”Wedding Colors”]yellow, vibrant greens, white, and pops of pink[/field] [field title=”Design / Vibe / Vision”]The overall vision was a garden party with a nod to Italy – where the couple got engaged! Permalink | Comments | Add to del.icio.us
My dad had been a member at Mumm for over 30 years so its just a very special place for my family and I and now the place we got engaged!”[/field] field] [field title=”Groomsman Attire”]The groomsmen wore black Men’s Wearhouse suits, with the groom in all black.[/field] Permalink | Comments | Add to del.icio.us
[/field] [field title=”Proposal Story”]After dating for almost 6 years, Jenna had casually planned a trip to Napa, CA, for her birthday and Joe decided to surprise her with an engagement on the last day! The bride and groom danced their way into the reception with their wedding party to We Are Family by Sister Sledge.
Charmed reception tables were set with blue glassware, bud vases, and dainty white and blue flowers. Sal knew Maggie would want to keep their engagement intimate and close to home. Maggie did her own hair and makeup as she tucked a few white flowers organically into her soft chignon. Permalink | Comments | Add to del.icio.us
The reception space has a lot of charm and character with wood accents throughout and high ceilings. and did champagne colored drapery through the Bedford Village Inn’s Styled by BVI collection in the reception space.[/field] We created a soft and romantic feel with twinkle lights from the New England Holiday Light, Co.
The bride changed into a remodeled wedding reception dress previously worn by the Bride’s mother, tailored by Delia’s Alterations in Nashville.[/field] The groom changed into a Western-Inspired suit from Sister Jane for the reception and wore a Roy Rogers bolo tie gifted by the bride’s deceased grandfather.
Delicate florals brought a refined and whimsical feel to both the ceremony and reception areas. field] [field title=”Proposal Story”]We got engaged in steamboat springs, Colorado! Inside, the table scapes featured vintage-inspired charger plates, classic ivory linens, and lots of color brought in through the floral.
They ended the night ice skating under the Christmas tree in Rockefeller Plaza, the place Elizabeth’s parents got engaged!”[/field] field] [field title=”Groomsman Attire”]Michael and his groomsmen wore a navy blue tux with a black lapel and Michael enhanced his look with a hand crafted navy blue/black bow tie.[/field]
field] [field title=”Proposal Story”]Nicole and Alecs engagement unfolded in Jamaica, where they were captivated by a stunning sunset and the ocean stretching endlessly before them. Permalink | Comments | Add to del.icio.us Post tags: Post categories: Real Weddings , Romantic , The Blog
[/field] [field title=”Design / Vibe / Vision”] Anna Louise and Walker’s wedding reception awakened fearless displays of blue hydrangeas and indescribable floral installations that maintained a timeless and elegant feel. For the couple’s engagement, Walker planned a surprise weekend. Permalink | Comments | Add to del.icio.us
It was honestly so perfect because we got to enjoy our Europe trip as a newly engaged couple and it made it all the more romantic (plus I wasn’t worried at every turn wondering when he was going to pop the question). Shout out to The Lockharts for squeezing us in last minute in Paris!!
The family-style dinner featured vintage china, lush florals, and Parisian macarons as a nod to the couples engagement in Paris. field] [field title=”Special Detail #2″]During the reception the Groom serenaded the Bride with a song alongside his sisters – the whole group played Perfect by Ed Sheeran.
field] [field title=”Design / Vibe / Vision”]Once Hayden and I got engaged, I dove headfirst into the search for the perfect pink wedding venue. Dont get me wrong; I went to several other boutiques just to make sure I wasnt experiencing the newly engaged jitters.
The execution was perfect as one event flowed to the other from the ceremony, to the cocktail hour, to the reception, and the after-party (a silent disco by the pool!) [/field] [field title=”Proposal Story”]The bride and groom’s love story started in the groom’s hometown of San Diego, California.
When giovann and I got engaged, this was the only venue we visited and within a month of being engaged, booked it as our own. I grew up driving past this venue, never gaining too much hope haha but secretly envisioned my own wedding there. There were so many parts to that weekend that truly cant be described as anything but a dream.
Unique seating arrangements and unexpected entertainment kept everyone engaged, ensuring that the day was not just a ceremony, but a joyful adventure. field] [field title=”Readings, Ceremony Music, Reception Songs”]The readings, ceremony musician was very important to the couple. Permalink | Comments | Add to del.icio.us
field] [field title=”Proposal Story”]Andrea and Martina’s engagement was a memorable adventure in the Maldives, where Andrea proposed during a romantic getaway. field] [field title=”Groomsman Attire”]The groom wore a tailor-made suit, made by Sartoria Vergallo.[/field]
The couple enjoyed a romantic dinner alone before Jacobs next surprise– an engagement party at their neighborhood bar, with friends coming from all over the country to celebrate. When Mariam and Jacob had a “first look” at the reception room, they were absolutely floored by how everything came together.
field] [field title=”Proposal Story”] I told my fiance that when we got engaged, I wanted my engagement to be a biggg party (I love parties as you can tell!) field] [field title=”Bridesmaid Dresses”][/field] [field title=”Groomsman Attire”]The groom wore a full Ralph Lauren Purple Label Tuxedo.
Many aspects of their wedding design were inspired by Estevan and Michael’s clothing, such as the reception menus that copied Estevan and Michael’s Dolce & Gabbana jackets. The reception space was completely transformed into a tropical disco wonderland. Their engagement took place on a beach in Malibu.
They turned their engagement session into a spring elopement, with Taylors sister as the witness, underneath a cherry blossom tree. field] [field title=”Florals & Decor”]A sailcloth tent hosted the reception space- a perfect fusion of the two styles. Permalink | Comments | Add to del.icio.us
While we obviously contacted our families and close friends right away, we didn’t announce our engagement until we got back from our trip. Reception Venue: St. After pouring us a couple of glasses of wine, Luke got down on one knee! Everyone clapped (even French people!!) and it was truly perfect.
field] [field title=”Proposal Story”]The couple got engaged not too far away from where they were married at Black Butte Ranch. After the proposal, they wrapped up our walk and when they returned to the condo, Emilys sister was waiting to surprise the newly engaged couple! Funny story!
Her guests would be encouraged to discover and engage with the beauty of this historic mansion while being dined and celebrated. field] [field title=”Proposal Story”]Jon and I got engaged at one of our favorite spots in the Philadelphia area – the Wissahickon trail. There was so much joy![/field]
After moving to the Big Apple several years ago for work, it was a fitting and personal backdrop for their engagement. field] [field title=”Groomsman Attire”]The groom and groomsmen kept things classic in two-piece tuxedos, finished with black bow ties, crisp white tuxedo shirts, and velvet smoking slippers.
The florist created focal moments through out the venue with greenery installed to the center point Gazebo in the reception room, with a long captain style table underneath the gazebo. Permalink | Comments | Add to del.icio.us Post tags: Post categories: Real Weddings , Romantic , The Blog
field] [field title=”Design / Vibe / Vision”] I think many engaged couples go into wedding planning with a vision of exactly how they want their wedding to be, even down to the details. Ivory linens adorned the tables with light-washed wood cane back chairs and accents of taupe in their name cards. That was not us!
” A reception out under the stars welcomed guests to thoughtfully curated tables with camel velvet linens, nude glassware and braided dishware with ribbed taper candles and wild flowers running down the tables. [/field] [field title=”Proposal Story”]Ryan proposed to Mackenzie after a romantic picnic on the beach!
but they both always cared more about a marriage and partnership than an engagement or even a wedding so she never really had any idea what Joey was going to do to propose. While researching, she came across Show Me Your Mumu’s wedding line and fell in love with the ‘Show Me The Ring Crisp”, which was a soft grey tone.[/field]
After the engagement a year later, at Cabo San Lucas at the Waldorf Astoria Los Cabos Pedregal, the choice of the ideal wedding location was certain – only Como. [/field] [field title=”Proposal Story”] Anthonys and Cristinas love love story began in 2021. especially signed by Jimmy Choo.
There, against the backdrop of the city’s timeless splendor, he presented Callie with an exquisite engagement ring, making the moment as unforgettable as the view.[/field] field] [field title=”Groomsman Attire”]The groomsmen were impeccably attired in classic tuxedos, embodying timeless sophistication.
The fuchsia bougainvillea is a trademark of the Greek islands, andAlexandra had a strong vision of incorporating fuchsia in all of the floral bouquets and shades of hot pinks and fuchsias popping throughout the reception space. Permalink | Comments | Add to del.icio.us Post tags: Post categories: Real Weddings , The Blog
The reception area continued this theme with long tables adorned with light pinks, gentle yellows, and vibrant oranges. Overwhelmed with emotion, Catherine said yes, and the couple celebrated their engagement with an intimate dinner overlooking the sea, savoring local Sicilian cuisine and toasting to their future together.
After Alis enthusiastic yes, the pair celebrated their new engagement with a photoshoot and a private breakfast on the beach.[/field] Inside the reception tent, greenery twined up poles and rained overhead with boho-style rattan chandeliers. After closing down the restaurant with a five-hour conversation, the rest is history!
field] [field title=”Groomsman Attire”]Sebastian and his groomsmen opted for tailored dark blue suits crafted by Affari, a renowned Portuguese brand that has been part of Sebastian’s family tradition for over 40 years. Ari Fournier, Cole Sprouses girlfriend, was among the bridesmaids.[/field]
[section title=”The Planning”] [field title=”Wedding Colors”]I always envisioned the reception to be colorful and vibrant to exude a sense of joy and excitement. We chose to keep the rehearsal dinner at Acre Resort in more neutral tones so that our wedding day and reception really popped. Who proposed?
Since we had been together for so long, I knew we were going to get engaged soon, but I did not know how or exactly when. We joked that people would think we were so weird for doing laundry as one of our first activities post-engagement, but thats life! During the reception, DJ Troy played music that kept people on the dance floor.
Getting engaged had been discussed Sander was working with a jeweler in a nearby city, but the ring wasn’t ready yet. field] [field title=”Groomsman Attire”] The groom wore an ivory suit by Tom Ford, and the groomsmen wore classic black suits by Robbie & Co. Permalink | Comments | Add to del.icio.us
[/field] [field title=”Proposal Story”]On April 29th we closed on our first house together and Ryan shocked me with an engagement the next day getting me to dress up by telling me we were celebrating buying our first house. He proposed on Pier 26 in NYC with the skyline behind us! Permalink | Comments | Add to del.icio.us
It culminated with a Catholic ceremony on the steps of Saint Stanislaus Church in Altos De Chavon, followed by a wedding reception at a private ocean-side villa in Casa De Campo on February 10th, 2024. They operated in this new normal and re-engaged in everything they love music, food, travel, and art.
field] [field title=”Groomsman Attire”]Bryan wore a custom navy suit by Indochino. This vibe carried right into the reception. Around the reception space, Bryan and Corinne had wicker lanterns surrounding the space. They opted for a Vermont Maple Creemee Ice Cream Truck instead![/field]
Their reception space continued the theme of clean, modern aesthetics combined with loose, airy, and romantic elegance. This seamless transition from ceremony to reception ensured that the unique, captivating ambiance Andrea and Rich envisioned carried through every moment of their special day.
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