Planning

Yes, those rolling hills are the ones you see in postcards from Tuscany! Except today, the Tuscan inspiration is coming to you live and in living color. So much color, that just about every gorgeous wildflower made at appearance in this intimate wedding inspiration from the Italian lands. The team at Olivia Sodi Wedding &

Of all the questions circulating right now concerning weddings and COVID, one of our most popular inquiries from GWS readers is — what about planning a honeymoon during a pandemic? A COVID honeymoon might sound like an oxymoron at first, but we did a little digging. And we think a glamping honeymoon is just The

As the days are getting longer, the dresses are getting shorter! With weddings trending towards smaller, more intimate affairs, brides are searching for fun and flirty dresses that fit well with their updated wedding plans. Think a classic and smart bridal suit for a courthouse wedding, or a flowy midi dress that’s perfect for those

There’s something magical about a Texas desert wedding — and we aren’t the only ones who’ve noticed. From Marfa to Big Bend and all the small towns + big skies in between, couples are finding RAD wedding inspiration. Think desert vibes-meets-western boho style plus a strong helping of “Texas forever” nostalgia. But before we dive

When ‘bohemian’ is the stylistic foundation of a wedding or elopement, you know we’re on board! The thing we love most about boho style is its versatility! Today’s elopement inspiration is a perfect example of how a boho style can marry so well with other vibes, like vintage. An old castle in Canton of Bern

To understand the depth of the relationship between Seema + Sanjin, you have to get a little bit of their backstory. S + S are both doctors who met at Tulane Medical School in New Orleans, LA. Seema is a Nola-born Pakistani girl and Sanjin immigrated as a child to the United States with his

It’s no secret that we’re in a very unstable economic climate at the moment, with many suppliers having been put out of work completely over the last few months. If your wedding has been postponed for a year or two, don’t assume that your suppliers will be able to afford to charge the same rate

Welcome to another edition of Links + Loves! Let’s jump right in… Even if you aren’t a parent, there’s just something about that transition of school starting, right? A few of our editors are tackling home school and distance learning, and some of us are just stocking up on school supplies for the nostalgia of

One of life’s truths is that if Alexis of The Shift Creative is planning a party, it’s going to be uh-mazing. EVEN IF she plans it in just four days. For her daughter’s birthday, she whipped together a boho beach theme party with not a cocktail umbrella or plastic palm tree in sight. No, this

Today we are bringing you the exclusive FIRST LOOK at the brand new Rue de Seine 2020 collection, Golden Rhapsody! When Rue launches a new collection, it’s our unofficial favorite day of the year. Our entire editorial team pours over the new boho wedding dresses and picks out our favorites, which is a VERY tough

Much of the focus, in the wedding world, this year has been on couples changing their original 2020 wedding plans. With so many pivoted plans and postponements, it’s easy to get lost in the drama of cancel culture. However, there’s a heap of couples slated to get married in 2021 or 2022 that just want

Don’t you just love vow renewals?! Even more than the wedding day itself, a vow renewal celebrates love, commitment and a lifelong journey together. We are seeing more and more couples celebrating milestones with striking and inspirational moments like this 5 year vow renewal in Queenstown, New Zealand. Bringing in some of the trendiest desert tones

Buckle up, love. We’re hitting the road with nothing but a vintage car, a rad couple, and a few hundred roses in tow! You know, just in case. This road trip elopement inspiration is the brainchild of photographer, Heather K. Purdy, and here’s a little BTS from the lady herself: There are three things I

In a time when scaling down wedding guest sizes seems to be the norm, it’s only appropriate to start reconsidering the types of spaces at our disposal and how to maximize the use of decor. Learning how to style a micro wedding (the most on-trend wedding style spin-off) can make your special day feel more

When conceptualizing their romantic garden wedding, Victoria and John knew they wanted to create a magical atmosphere for their family + friends. They planned a wedding they felt comfortable with, only sticking to tradition if it felt right (love it!). For example, Victoria didn’t wear white…oh, no. Instead, she WOWed in a mesmerizing pink tulle

Guys, guys, guys – the new BHLDN Plus collection launched today and we are HERE FOR IT. Included in the category: not 5, not 10, but over 30 curated bridal gowns and 20 bridesmaids dresses. And the best news? They aren’t just online — they are in 10 stores. Because everyone deserves a chance to

These days celebrations are a little smaller, but that doesn’t mean they need to be any less magical! To a bride, a bridal shower can be momentous, and an intimate setting in your backyard with a few of your closest gals can be all that you need for an über memorable night. With summer subtly

Welcome to another edition of Links + Loves! Let’s jump right in… First, a few fun things from GWS this week: do you know how to write your own vows? This was a popular post this week and we get it – saying exactly how you feel and making it beautiful but not too long

Would you consider yourself a Sneakerhead? Jen is big into sneakers; and maybe it’s because of coronavirus casual wear, but we’re finding sneakers on our feet six out of the seven days of the week! With so many pairs of sneakers on our minds and in our wardrobe, it’s clear some things needed to be

We’re sure you’re familiar with pop-up bakeries and pop-up boutiques, but have you heard of the latest craze- the Pop-Up Wedding Chapel?? The Pop-Up Chapel Co. hosted an unbelievable two day event at Evergreen Brick Works. We’re here to tell you, it’s everything you can imagine and more! With a sunrise and sunset-themed setup, a

Okay, lovers. Prepare to be swept away by this whimsical wedding inspiration! Rule number one for a fairy tale wedding: you must find a fairy tale location. And we just can’t think of many more magical places than a grove of cherry blossoms in bloom! You have to be there at just the right time

If there’s anyone who knows how to throw a party, it’s Jenny of Forrest and J! And now we can confidently say that Jenny is also the master when it comes to knowing how to host a social distancing party. See for reference: this birthday-combined-baby-shower party that just happens to be for Jenny herself! Complete

You know how we’re always saying that we love a bride who just goes for it, and isn’t afraid to be herself?! Well, these authentic brides demonstrate how much style can be tucked riiight under the train of a dress. We’re talkin’ about brides wearing rad sneakers on their wedding day! If you’re a Sneakerhead

Many people think you have to be a writer…or well-spoken…or Shakespeare himself to write your own vows. In truth, the only thing you REALLY need to write memorable + well-worded wedding vows is to simply know how much you love your fiancé and why. (Also, quoting the master playwright is totally aloud.) We have a

We know many of you are taking some control back from wedding planning during coronavirus, and getting hitched anyway (you know we’re all for it)! But getting married during this time does come with many ‘o sacrifices. Mainly, that you have to cut your wedding guest list substantially. Some regional restrictions only allow 10 guests

Welcome to another edition of Links + Loves! Let’s jump right in… Jen revealed her favorites for this year’s #Nsale and she’s always spot on. This year, she focused on WFH clothes and home goods – plus a few great necklaces! Brides looking for face masks: we shared a super-sized list of really great masks

We’ve had a LOT of inquiries about bridal face masks for the big day. While you might not wear it the entire time, there’s something historic about getting married in the time of COVID-19. (At least there’s that – ha!) We’ve come a long way in a little time as far as stylish face masks

New research has revealed how much it actually costs to get engaged, with the average UK engagement reaching over £3000. Although many weddings have been postponed this summer, the UK lockdown hasn’t stopped lovebirds popping the big question up and down the country. However, with the average cost of a wedding surpassing £30,000, the financials

As tough as 2020 has been, it hasn’t been enough to keep these creatives down! The subtle boho twists on this romantic wedding inspiration is enough to wow…but there’s something that really stands out here. A bohemian floral fan! Are we bringing back this old fashioned, fancy accessory (with a boho spin)? Yes, yes we

Need a reason to celebrate? How about a little end-of-summer soirée? This boho coconut party inspiration has all you need to get the (small scale) party started, including the most important detail — coconut cocktail recipes. Three, to be exact. Scroll on down to learn how to make your own delicious and GORGEOUS coconut cocktails,