{Bohemian Rustic British Columbia Wedding} Carley & Dan

Happy Wedding Wednesday!

A little bohemian & a little rustic- what's not to love about this wedding?  I'm particularly loving the Bride rocking a sweet floral crown & the bridesmaids showing neutral done right.  Not to mention pretty incredible scenery.  & so much, much more to admire.  Love Out Loud Studios shows us the beauty:

Carley & Dan were married on September 28 in British Columbia, Canada.  Although it rained on their autumn wedding day, they didn't let a few rain drops dampen their spirits or their celebration.  They chose a gorgeous location for their wedding & accented the natural beauty with generous amounts of lavender & burlap, seen everywhere from the bouquets to the centerpieces.  The sweet ceremony took place on a rustic porch, decorated with bunting & surrounded by nature.  Afterwards, the new Mr. & Mrs. took advantage of a break in the rain & stole a few moments outside.  The laid-back Bride didn't even care if her dress got a bit muddy!  Dinner, dancing & general merriment followed with their beloved family & friends.  Oh what a lovely wedding!  

My Favorite Moment:  The glowing Bride & Groom making their way past their clapping bridal party.

My Favorite Detail:  It was a tough decision but my favorite details are the lavender bridesmaid bouquets later repurposed as wedding centerpieces.  

Congratulations, Carley & Dan!

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Photography: Love Out Loud Studios  /  Submitted via Two Bright Lights    

{weddings} fall, koru-style

I've been honored to feature beautiful real weddings in the past year & a half, including some incredible fall weddings.  Now that fall is here in all its apple cider glory, I thought it might be fun to revisit my favorite fall wedding images from the Koru archives.  Let's call it fall, koru-style.

My favorite Koru fall wedding images also happen to represent my a few of my favorite things about fall.  Colored leaves. Plump pumpkins.  Beautiful mums.  Golden oranges & yellow.  Fall is a season rich with delights!

Photo 1: Guy Heart Studio via; Photo 2 & 3: Ampersand Wedding Photography via; Photo 4: Karen Feder Photography via; Photo 5: Lucas DeSousa Photography via

{wedding cakes} mum's the word

Fall mums have made their grand entrance in my home sweet home of Hoboken.  In glorious shades of autumn, they grace the front stoops of brownstones & beautify the landscape of parks.  Mums equal fall, it's that simple.  So is there anything more perfect for a fall wedding cake than a fresh golden-orange mum topper?  Celebrate the season, celebrate the love!      

Photography: Red Fly Studio via

{Purple & Gold Vermont Wedding} Mala & Colin

Happy Wedding Wednesday!

What is purple, gold & fabulous all over?  This stunning Vermont wedding!  While it's a traditional American wedding, it's laced with Indian wedding traditions, like henna & elephants, that make it pretty special.  Not to mention with her amazing henna & golden jewels, the Bride takes the win for the best accessories!  Lucas DeSousa Photography shows us the beauty:

Mala & Colin got married on September 15, 2012 at The Essex Culinary Resort & Spa in Essex, Vermont.  Nestled between the Green Mountains & Lake Champlain, the venue is pure Vermont beauty.  The Bride & Groom's special day was infused with purple & gold details, including darling gilded elephants, & Indian culture.    

The outdoor wedding ceremony was held on The East Lawn, offering picturesque views of Vermont greenery.  The gorgeous Bride wore a white gown with a gold sash, accented with golden jewels & intricate henna.  She walked down a red & gold rose petal-lined aisle to meet her handsome Groom at the red & gold chiffon ceremony tent.  In a nod to the Bride's Indian heritage, the ceremony was laced with meaningful Indian wedding customs such as the exchange of garlands & walk around the fire.  The Bride & Groom became husband & wife surrounded by their beloved family & friends.  

The celebration continued at the fun reception.  Floating candles twinkled above submerged deep purple orchids, while tiny elephants graced everything from the escort cards to the drinks to the wedding cake.  Fun fact: the elephants trunk must be raised to be considered good luck.  It was the perfect setting to eat, drink & be married!

My Favorite Moment:  The exchange of the garlands, symbolizing acceptance of one another & pledging to respect one another, is just lovely & meaningful.

My Favorite Detail:  The bride & bridesmaids have the most beautiful henna decorations!

Congratulations, Mala & Colin!

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Photography: Lucas DeSousa Photography  /  Submitted via Two Bright Lights  /  Ceremony & Reception Venue: The Essex Culinary Resort & Spa  /  Floral Designer: In Full Bloom