{Sneak Peek} K & R

Happy Friday!  Do you have fun, exciting plans for the weekend?  I'm happy to report that, for the first time since long before the holidays, my husband & I don't have one single plan.  We don't have to run around to be here, there & everywhere.  We will have a lovely date night to celebrate our third wedding anniversary coming up on Wednesday.  &, speaking of our anniversary, I didn't plan a wedding feature for next Wedding Wednesday.  Instead, I will finally be sharing our winter wedding photos ALL week!  Here is a sneak peek at the fun:

On our wedding day, I walked from home to the church for our ceremony & those quiet moments before the muchness of our wedding remain one of my favorite memories.  I've sprinkled a few of our wedding photos throughout blog posts over the years but I've never had the chance to present them in an organized fashion.  I've had such a blast reliving our wedding day as I've sifted through the photos & I can't wait to share them with you.  Please tune in next week & enjoy our winter wedding!

Photography: Timothy Glenn Photographers

{Sneak Peek} Emily & Nick

Happy Friday!  Any big weekend plans?  I haven't been feeling great & I plan to simply take it easy.  Sometimes it's good to step back & take a breather.  Before I get too comfy, here is a sneak peek at next Wedding Wednesday:

As a born & bred Jersey girl, I am so proud & excited to bring you a beautiful New Jersey wedding!  I've been featuring real weddings for one & a half years, yet this is only my second New Jersey wedding.  New Jersey gets a bad rap, thanks Real Housewives of New Jersey, but I promise it is full of wonderful people & amazing places.  Check back next Wedding Wednesday to see a lovely glimpse of a Garden State wedding!

If you haven't already, take a moment to admire this week's Purple & Vermont Wedding.

Have a great weekend!

Photography: John O'Boyle Photography  /  Submitted via Two Bright Lights

{bridal bouquets} think pink bouquets

 

October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, a cause near & dear to my heart.  Little things like wearing a pink ribbon, buying a pink product or donating your time to a breast cancer charity really make a big difference.  I'm turning the blog pink this week, my small effort to raise breast cancer awareness.  Let's start this pink party with the prettiest pink bridal bouquets!

May these pink beauties remind you to take a breast exam or mammogram yearly.  Early detection saves lives!  & remind every woman you love to do the same.  

Up next in the think pink series: pink wedding centerpieces!    

Photo 1: Wayne Yuan Photography via; Photo 2: Phil Chester via; Photo 3: Joshua Zuckerman Photography via; Photo 4: Sharon De La O via; Photo 5: Fanni Williams via

{bridal bouquets} overflowing

Since my style leans towards simple & sweet, I've always favored compact, tightly clustered bridal bouquets.  However, my eyes are always open, as is my mind, & lately, I've fallen in love with a different type of bridal bouquet.  Large, overflowing bridal bouquets are not simple but they are simply beautiful!

A bit loose, a bit wild & just brimming over with beauty!  

Photo 1: Ben Blood Photography via; Photo: Jason & Anna Photography via; Photo 3: Joielala Photographie via; Photo 4: Lauren Scotti Photographer via; Photo 5: Jenny Ebert Photography via

{bridal bouquets} the simple side

In tomorrow's elopement, there are very few details we typically associate with weddings like white dresses, pretty centerpieces & meaningful favors.  But the chic Bride did carry a sweet little bridal bouquet of purple tulips.  I was inspired to find simple bridal bouquets that would be just perfect for an elopement or small wedding.  I think these beauties fit the bill perfectly!  

The unique corsage ranks as my favorite but it was a tough decision.  These gorgeous little stunners prove that simple bridal bouquets don't sacrifice style!

Photo 1: Piteira Photography via; Photo 2: Elizabeth Messina via; Photo 3: Morrissey Photo via; Photo 4: via; Photo 5: Brandon Kidd via

{Bridal Bouquets} going green

Like any corned beef & cabbage loving Irish girl, I get very excited for St. Patrick's Day!  This Sunday is the big day.  In its honor, Koru Wedding Style is going green.  I love to celebrate green in all its wedding glory!

Following the tradition of last year's green wedding celebration, let's start this party with bridal bouquets to make you green with envy . . .

Luscious shades of green, plenty of texture, bold striped ribbon & simple dragonfly accent are the recipe for green bridal bouquet perfection:

Succulents remain all the rage in weddings; one look at this green bridal bouquet & it's easy to see why:

Why hello, green gorgeousness:

A little boho & a very green, a fern bridal bouquet is very unique:

Lots of greenery & just a touch of flowers? Yes, please:

Green, you may have stolen my heart!

Photo 1: via; Photo 2: Angelica Glass via; Photo 3: via; Photo 4: Edyta Szyszlo Photography via; Photo 5: Laura Murray Photography via

the chill

Winter Brides have the unique challenge of finding something fashionable & beautiful to battle the chill of winter days.  To stay toasty warm, I'm a huge fan of Winter Brides wearing fur stoles or jackets on their wedding day.  Yesterday's Christmas Bride wore a lovely, white fur stole & I wore a rich brown vintage fur stole on my cold January wedding day:

I will always have a soft spot in my heart for Winter Brides rocking fur stoles or jackets.  Always.  But lately I've been noticing Winter Brides choosing other options for staying warm.  & I like it.  Let's take a peek, shall we?

I'm absolutely swooning over this cozy, fur-lined cardigan:

I'm digging the cool, edgy look of this camel leather jacket: 

Most Winter Brides choose fur stoles or jackets in shades of white or brown, occasionally black, so I adore this gorgeous fur jacket in the prettiest shade of lavender:

I think a happy, bright yellow cardigan is an awesome choice: 

If you must combat the deep chill of winter, then you might as well do it with style & grace.  I tip my hat to these Winter Brides.  Job well done, ladies!

Photo 1: Timothy Glenn Photographers; Photo 2: Mirelle Carmichael Photography via; Photo 3: Ely Fair Photography via; Photo 4: Elizabeth + Rich Photography via; Photo 5: via

{Trash the Dress} Snowy-style

Let's get the winter wedding party started!  I could think of no better way to kick off the 
winter wedding celebration than with an amazingly beautiful trash the dress session on a brisk January day on the western slope of Colorado:

The gorgeous Bride Courtney was less interested in ruining her wedding gown & more interested taking the golden opportunity to wear it again & capture fun photos with her rugged Groom Jerad free from the hustle & bustle of their wedding day.  With just a few, simple elements like relaxed attitudes, a snowy ranch landscape & a dramatic cloudy day, the happy couple created a special winter day to remember.

And the Bride wore warm snow boots!

The Bride & Groom in the winter wonderland:

Footsteps in the snow lead to the newly married couple:

Gorgeous, just absolutely gorgeous!  The last image reminds me very much of Ansel Adams' photography, simply with the addition of a Bride & Groom.  It's safe to say that snowy-style is a good style!  

The winter wedding celebration continues tomorrow with a charming, holiday wedding!

Photography: Vendla Stockdale Photography  /  Submitted via Two Bright Lights

wedding balls

Many moons ago, I fell in love with weddings while I was working as an intern for a local wedding planner.  One of the first weddings I worked was a Christmas wedding.  Held about one week before Christmas, the winter wedding had classy, beautiful holiday touches.  I have never forgotten that unique wedding & I think this amazing, Christmas ornament bridal bouquet would have fit right in:

  
Isn't that bridal bouquet gorgeous?  I adore the mix of shiny & matte glass Christmas ornaments in the prettiest shades of gold, blue & pink, topped off with a neutral ribbon.  The bouquet manages to beautifully balance the beauty of the holidays with the traditions of a wedding.  Perfection!  

Photography: Amanda Thomsen Photo via

heart marks the spot

Did you enjoy a Happy Thanksgiving?  Mine was just wonderful, blessed by good company & good food.  Now I officially plunged into holiday mode & started dreaming of Christmas . . .

I wouldn't mind finding a gorgeous, sparkly pair of Jimmy Choo heels under my Christmas tree!  But what I truly love here is the red felt heart.  Very simple.  Such a small, sweet detail for a Bride.  I can just imagine the Bride's excitement & anticipation for the wedding as she carefully applies the heart to her bridal shoes.  The heart may not be seen by many, may not even last long after hitting the pavement & perhaps that makes it even more personal & special.  After all, a heart marks the spot!   

Photography: Cly Creation via

{Trash the Dress} Equestrian-style

Is this Bride channeling her inner Julia Roberts & pulling a Runaway Bride??!!

No need to panic, my friends.  This isn't a runaway bride; this is a Trash the Dress session done right.

Welcome to the beauty of Trash the Dress, Colorado-style.  The premise is simple.  Take a beautiful Bride wearing her wedding gown, cowboy boots & cowboy hat.  Add her gorgeous mare.  Mix those ingredients with the bare scenery of a desert.  Let the accomplished rider & her mare loose.  The results are AMAZING!

I like the idea of the Trash the Dress session featuring the Bride doing something she loves in her wedding gown.  It's a fun, interesting approach.  Now if I only knew how to ride a horse . . .

Photography by Vendla Stockdale Photography  /  Submitted via Two Bright Lights

{Sneak Peek} Jennifer & Robert

Here is a sweet sneak peek of the elegant wedding coming next Wedding Wednesday:

The lovely Jennifer & Robert & their beautiful celebration chock full of striking yellow & navy blue details are not to be missed.  Be sure to check in next Wedding Wednesday for plentiful wedding eye candy & inspiration!!

Till then, Happy Weekend & Happy Mother's Day to all the beautiful Mamas!

Photo by Lauren D. Rogers Photography

{Sneak Peek} Cheryl & Mike

Allow me to tempt you with a sneak peek of the fabulousness coming next Wedding Wednesday:

Oh yes.  A beach wedding.  A beautiful Bride.  A BULLDOG with pink toenails!!!!  Who am I kidding- they had me at the bulldog.  You don't want to miss this incredible wedding next week!

Until then, Happy Weekend!

Photo by Chi Photography of Charleston

Preach It, Ryan

While the norm around here are pretty images to inspire you & your wedding, I wanted to take a different route this week & feature some wise words on weddings. Today, we have wise words AND Ryan Gosling eye candy.  It's a win-win!!

Ryan's pretty much hit the nail on the head but allow me to elaborate if I may.  Brides-to-be, don't plan your wedding with the goal of being featured on a wedding blog.  EVER!!!!  Create & plan a wedding to perfectly reflect the personality, style & love of you & your fiancé.  The end goal is not being published on a wedding blog; the end goal is marrying the love of your life! Walking down the aisle & saying "I Do!" is the most important detail of your wedding.  The rest is truly icing on the cake & should be treated accordingly. 

If being featured on a wedding blog is important to you, think about it after your big day.  

Hey, are you even reading this?  Or are you just staring at Ryan Gosling?!  For more practical wedding advice from the ever dashing Ryan, visit Practical Ryan Gosling!

Photo via Practical Ryan Gosling

Etsy Weddings Event

Saturday was a beautiful Spring day, just perfect for heading into NYC with Jen of Jen Kim Made & attending To Have & To Hold, the first-ever weddings event hosted by Etsy.

Just beyond the white & cream ribbon entrance, the event promised unique items & plentiful inspiration for Brides, Grooms, wedding parties & wedding guests.

 

& the event delivered!  I was instantly enamored with the sweet lace number accented with a blush pink flower belt:

Fresh flower bouquet alternatives like fabric, silk & wood were quite cool but a stunning ranunculus paper bouquet to last forever & ever stole my heart:

Oh, sweet little vignettes were tucked in every nook & cranny, chock full of vintage & handmade items for creating a stylish wedding:

Why hello, sparke & shine tassel garland:

Wow, wow.  To Have & To Hold vintage book cut-out!!!: look closely:

It wasn't all about the Bride & Grooms!  As a pet lover, I thought the ring pillows outfitted for a furry bridal party members were fabulous:

Bravo to Etsy & its artists for supporting same sex marriages:

Once.  You're only a Bride & Groom once jetting off on your honeymoon so why not travel Bride & Groom-style:

They had me at good-bye with the too-cool-for-school pink vintage typewriter:

  

Last but certainly not least is a great quote about marriage:

This post shows only a snippet of the items available at the event & the event only showcased a fraction of the items available on Etsy.  Please visit Etsy Weddings for handmade & vintage wedding inspiration & shopping!

Photos by Koru Kate