Board #494: Blackberries & Lemonade

Though blogging definitely has its perks, I miss the summers I had as a school teacher (or as a student for that matter). Right now I'm imagining a lazy summer afternoon, drinking lemonade, picking blackberries, reading a book outside - and all of those things have made their way into today's inspiration board. Serve a signature cocktail made with fresh-squeezed lemonade, and pull the color yellow into other details like the bridesmaid dresses, groom's attire, and bouquets. Use blackberry postage stamps to give your guests an idea of what's to come, include blackberries in your centerpieces (and even in bouquets and boutonnieres), serve blackberry pie instead of wedding cake, and send guests home with jars of blackberry jam. Finish it all off with some vintage touches, like a guest book fashioned from an old book cover, delicate lace parasols, and a fabulous vintage getaway car. I think it sounds like the perfect summer wedding - I mean really, can you imagine anything more summery or pleasant than sipping lemonade and lolling around in the grass?

Mood: lazy summer afternoons
Palette: lemonade yellow, blackberry purple, summer field green

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Top row from left: reading books in the grass from Marie Antoinette, lemonade with personalized swizzle sticks from Rebecca Thuss, photo of centerpiece with blackberries by Eric Cable, photo of yellow bow tie and straw hat by Justin & Mary Marantz via Style Me Pretty
Row 2: blackberry jam favors from Brides, mini blackberry pies and typewriter menu both from Martha Stewart, vintage roadster via Real Weddings
Row 3: front porch, Sally Holmes rose bouquet from Martha Stewart Weddings, letterpress invitation by Golden Rectangle Press
Row 4: vintage lace parasol from Pink Frosting, blackberry bush via Life in the Family Patch, yellow vintage-book journal by Marigold Journal via Creature Comforts, blackberry postage stamp

Real Wedding: Megan & Eric

I just love the venue where Megan and Eric held their March wedding, the Farmers Market building in Oklahoma City. Says Megan, "We didn't really want the whole traditional wedding in a big fancy church. I really wanted something rustic and vintage with a lot of natural elements, and the OKC Farmers Market was absolutely perfect for this. It's big and old, with a lot of worn down areas that just add romance and character. The lighting at night is absolutely amazing, and there's a view of downtown behind the stage."






From Megan: Eric and I decided to see each other before the ceremony, and I am SO glad we did this. It helped calm both of our nerves and we didn't want our guests to wait a long time for us to take pictures in between the ceremony and reception. Also, I'm glad that Eric got to see me in my dress before all of our guests did.






My favorite moment was communion with Eric. It was literally the only moment where I felt like it was JUST us. It was such an intimate moment and I feel like I fell even more in love with him during it.


My sister, mom and I collected candles and glass candle holders in a variety of sizes, tied them with ribbon and twine, and lined the windowsills with them.







Photography: Josh McCullock

Venue: Farmers Public Market in Oklahoma City

Bride's dress: Maggie Sottero

Groom's suit: Men's Wearhouse

Music: DJ Pro Oklahoma

Congratulations Megan and Eric! Check out more from their wedding day over at the slideshow here on Josh McCullock's website.

Real Wedding: Gabrielle & Kevin

Today, Gabrielle and Kevin's dreamy wedding by the sea from the ever-talented Elizabeth Messina and wedding planner Lisa Gorjestani.


Hair and makeup by Torsten Witte for Margaret Maldonado Agency.






Pots of fresh lavender lined the aisle, which was blanketed with pale pink rose petals. Gabrielle's favorite part of the day? "Walking back down the aisle as husband and wife, as the string quartet played Somewhere Over the Rainbow. The violinist played his violin like a ukelele, so it sounded like Israel Kamakawiwo'ole's version."








For dessert, guests enjoyed tiers of vanilla cupcakes with candied lavender.


Gabrielle designs clothing for a stylish maternity line, so it only made sense that she would customize her own wedding dress. She wore a vintage number that she re-designed, updating the neckline and altering the skirt so that she could remove the bottom tiers and have a short dress for dancing.

Venue: Pelican Hill in Newport Beach, CA

Photography: Elizabeth Messina

Planner: Lisa Gorjestani from Details Event Planning

Bride's shoes: Christian Louboutin

Earrings / bracelet: Maria Elena

String quartet: Supernova

Flowers: Floral Art

Cupcakes: Susie Cakes

Gabrielle and Kevin's beautiful wedding is the featured as the cover story in the current issue of Australia's Wedding Style Guide - if you're stateside, check out their digital magazine for more pics and details.

Board #483: Lilac and Lemonade

Since this weekend marked the unofficial start of summer, it seemed time to post some summer wedding ideas. For today's inspiration board, I imagined a sweetly feminine garden party - something that would work just as well for a bridal shower as for a wedding. The palette is mostly pastels, with lilac and lavender, as well as barely-there sunlight yellow. A touch of deep plum purple adds sophistication. Mismatched glass bottles as bud vases aren't the most original idea, but purple glass is unexpected (and lovely). And how about the perfect recipe for this wedding - lavender lemonade.

Mood: sweet summer garden
Palette: lilac and lavender, lemonade, sunlight

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Top row from left: purple lanterns from Martha Stewart Weddings, lemonade with straw flags from Rebecca Thuss, stamped glassine favor bag by Passing Notes, white peony in purple bottle via A Creative Mint
Row 2: photo of peony bouquet by Jose Villa, garden table from Utterly Engaged styled by Summer Watkins, clematis styling by Randi Brookman Harris, cupcakes with flowers styled by Selina Lake
Row 3: notecard by Ice Cream Social, shoes with rosettes and purple flowers both via This is Glamorous

Board #462: Pansies and Blush

I don't know about you, but Spring cannot come soon enough. But since we can't rush nature, I thought I'd put together an inspiration board based on one of the sweetest Spring flowers - pansies. Though they're not the best flowers for bouquets - they're awfully delicate and tend to wilt out of water, plus they have short stems that make them tricky to bundle up - it can be done if you really have your heart set on it. They also make delightful potted decorations, or even potted individually as favors or attendant gifts (here is a beautiful example using mercury glass votives and African violets). Though this is certainly a feminine color scheme, I think the richness of the purple and the hints of sage green keep it from being overly sweet.

Mood: sweet spring
Palette: palest blush pink, rich purple, a touch of faded sage

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Top row from left: violet and pansy nosegay by Matthew Robbins for Martha Stewart Weddings, vintage dress and African violets both from Martha Stewart
Row 2: sugared chocolate truffles and embossed scallop-edged card both from Martha Stewart Weddings
Row 3: calligraphy cake from Martha Stewart Weddings, Leone Pastilles photo from flickr, pale periwinkle bridesmaid dresses from Brides

Board #450: Gingerbread and Lavender

This is sort of a mini-inspiration board - it just worked better this way than with any of the other images I tried to fit into it. Sometimes less is more...

If you're a winter bride who loves lavender, how about a bouquet of dried lavender, wrapped in soft velvet ribbon? After the ceremony, treat your guests to dessert and champagne (I'm dead set on bringing this type of reception back, can you tell?). Gingerbread linzertorte is a perfectly appropriate, yet totally unexpected, winter wedding "cake." Each dessert certainly doesn't need to be color coordinated, but the table also doesn't have to look like a middle school bake sale. Arrange things thoughtfully, maybe with a small vase of flowers, and let this table of sweets be the focal point in the room. Unless you're lucky enough to hold your reception in a room with a working fireplace - that would be the perfect focal point for a winter wedding. You'll have one less thing to worry about if you skip the party favors, though you might make small glassine bags available for guests to take some chocolate truffles home with them.

So what do you think? Can you still get a sense of this wedding with only 6 images?

Mood: sweet and simple
Palette: gingerbread, faded lavender, rosé

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Top row from left: winter bride and groom from Brides, champagne coupes filled with rosé and chocolate truffles both from Martha Stewart Weddings
Row 2: gingerbread linzertorte from Martha Stewart, dried lavender bouquet with velvet ribbon photo by Elizabeth Messina, snow-topped church

Things are winding down here at Snippet & Ink - this is the last inspiration board of 2009! I've still got a few beautiful posts lined up for you, though, before heading out for the holiday. Later this morning, I'll be posting a beautiful shoot that Janie Medley, Courtney Spencer, Katie Stoops, and some other talented folks put together just for us! It's full of winter and holiday inspiration for a wedding or dinner party, so don't miss out on that. Also, don't forget to enter in the Ban.do giveaway before Thursday at midnight!

Board #444: Sparkle and Bubbly

Here's another thing I'm trying to remember as a bride: don't take yourself so seriously. Have fun with the whole thing - I mean, it's a party! Parties are fun! Pick up some bottles of bubbly, some packets of confetti, and get some of your favorite folks together - it can be as simple as that! Add some brightly-hued macarons, and you've got a modern take on the traditional cake and punch reception. In that spirit, and inspired largely by Chloe Aftel's wonderful polaroid, I created today's wedding inspiration board in a sweet lavender and gold palette, with playful details and a bit of humor. Champagne coupes flecked with gold stars add even more sparkle to fizzy libations. Gold polka dots are an unexpected addition to a wedding dress, striking the perfect balance between frivolity and sophistication. And I couldn't resist including the pop-up wedding chapel, which is open until December 12 at Grand Opening in New York's Lower East Side. Anyone?

Mood: girly and fun - and a little bit 80s?
Palette: sweet lavender, gold sparkle

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Top row from left: clematis in purple jar styled by Randi Brookman Harris for Martha Stewart Weddings, gold star champagne coupe from Anthropologie via Delphine Ephemera, confetti and lavender lace socks photo by Chloe Aftel via Ban.do, little dish with gold stars via Concrete and Honey
Row 2: gold confetti stars from Century Novelty, hand-lettered and illustrated invitation by Alice Gabb, Comme des Garcons gold zip clutch from Bird, once-worn Lucienne dress for sale on Once Wed
Row 3: Sofia Blanc de Blancs sparkling wine via A Lovely Morning, Grand Opening Wedding Chapel from New York Magazine via a desert fete, purple and lavender macarons from Paulette

Board #433: A Purple Picnic

Gosh it's late - the day is almost over! But I promised you an inspiration board, so here it is. I'm not sure it turned out quite the way I was hoping, but I do think it gives you a good idea of the color scheme and the relaxed backyard feel, which is really what an inspiration board is all about - the ideas. I had Jordan Ferney's darling purplic picnic box lunch in mind when I pulled these images together, and though there is something Spring-like to this look, I think it could work for a late summer or early fall picnic wedding reception too.

Mood: relaxed, sweet
Palette: grape sorbet, deep red cherry

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Top row from left: photo by Jessica Kettle, concord grape sorbet from Martha Stewart Weddings, lilac centerpiece (from Nole's beautiful wedding!) photo by Punam Bean, magenta envelope with calligraphy photo by Corbin Gurkin
Row 2: dahlia and strawberry centerpiece by Studio Choo, purple felt ring pillow by ssdksy, little cake via Twigs & Honey, purple dress with belt by Ban.do
Row 3: pinwheels from Hatch Creative Studio, lilac bouquet by Claire Bean for Brides, purple picnic box by Jordan Ferney for Project Wedding

Board #429: Violets and Pansies

I know I've been mostly posting autumn inspiration boards lately since it's, um, autumn. But for some reason I was feeling inspired by pansies and violets, and just had to make a sweet little wedding board with them as the focus. Cut pansies don't last very long when they're cut, and they wilt quickly when out of water, so potted pansies and violets are a good choice - and can double as favors for your guests. If you want to use them in your bouquet, keep it in water until the very last minute.

Mood: simple romantic whimsy
Palette: violet, lavender, green, gray

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Top row from left: photo with short ruffled dress and parasol by Jessica Kettle, purple gingham shirt with linen jacket and black bowtie photo by Tec Petaja, escort cards with potted violets by Ariella Chezar, gray floral headband photo by Stephanie Williams via Utterly Engaged
Row 2: violet and pansy nosegay by Artfool, photo with vintage Mustang by Erin Hearts Court, violet and gray notecard by Ice Cream Social, pansy place setting via Blomsterverkstad
Row 3: pinwheels from Hatch Creative Studio, galvanized metal lemonade dispenser via Wedding Chicks, potted pansy centerpiece photo by Meg Matyia, gray and white buttons designed by Passing Notes

Board #426: Pink and Fig

Not all autumn weddings have to include rustic oranges and browns. Though the palette in today's wedding board could work for almost any season, it draws its inspiration from early autumn fruit. Slice open a fig, and you'll find the colors used here: nearly black-blue and sweet pale pink, which I've paired with deep plum red to make it more appropriate for fall. Available in early autumn, dahlias and garden roses come in an endless variety of colors - blush pink is perfect for the wedding I have in mind here.

Mood: sophisticated drama
Palette: plum red, black fig, blush pink

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Top row from left: fruit centerpiece with grapes, plums, bananas from Martha Stewart Weddings, magenta fabric flowers via Once Wed, swinging crystal chandelier via coco + kelley
Row 2: hexagonal white buttercream cake with autumn fruit by Beaux Gateaux, grape elderflower fizz cocktail from Martha Stewart Weddings
Row 3: strapless dress with blue velvet flowers by Reem Acra, bouquet with pink dahlias, garden roses, and cattleya orchid from Martha Stewart Weddings, blue bird table sign from Napa Valley Celebrations
Row 4: dress by Sarah Seven, vintage car and oak tree photo by Jose Villa, figs and blackberries photo by Thayer Allyson Gowdy

Board #410: Lavender & Cherry

Inspired by this Luisa Beccaria spread that I first saw on coco + kelley, and by this lovely palette from Martha Stewart Weddings, I thought a lavender and red inspiration board made for a really wonderful summer wedding. It could certainly work in other seasons, but I like the way it feels in a garden setting, with fresh lavender and cherries. The muted almost-gray purple works as a nice backdrop for pops of real cherry red - feminine without being syrupy.

Mood: summer sweet with a touch of sass
Palette: palest lavender, cherry red

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Top row from left: Luisa Beccaria dresses via coco + kelley, invitation via Martha Stewart Weddings, bouquet photo by Thayer Allyson Gowdy, cherry favors from Martha Stewart Weddings
Row 2: dessert table photo by Anna Williams via The Bride's Guide, Mast Brothers Chocolate, photo by Corbin Gurkin via Duet Weddings
Row 3: photo by Union Photo, boutonnieres from Martha Stewart Weddings, cherry photo by Kathryn Kleinman, pocket squares from Martha Stewart Weddings, photo via Coty Farquhar

Board #388: Garden and Beach

Who says a beach wedding has to include sand dollars and seashells? Instead, incorporate elements like flowers, twine, and wicker furniture, and enjoy the romance of both the garden and the beach. I chose to use a palette of mostly sand and shades of plum, and I think the result is unexpected and lovely (if I do say so myself!).

Mood: a bit of garden charm on the beach
Palette: sand, shell, plum

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Top row from left: dress from Brides, bouquet from Martha Stewart Weddings, photo by Elizabeth Messina, boutonniere from InStyle Weddings
Row 2: tent from Sperry Tents, suit via GQ, cake photo by Union Photo, utensils via Duet Weddings
Row 3: centerpiece via Marry Me, cheese starter from Martha Stewart Weddings, photo from Beth Helmstetter
Row 4: invitation by Hello Lucky, lilac centerpieces from Martha Stewart Weddings, wicker seat from Brides

Board #377: In the Garden

Maybe because it's spring, but I'm really leaning toward pastels and muted colors lately. Today's inspiration board imagines an overgrown garden, with a slightly wild, bohemian feel to it. Lots of flowers and vines, little votives hanging in trees, and hand-illustrated invitations create a sense of low-key elegance.

Mood: bohemian garden
Palette: lavender, green, cream

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Top row from left: hanging votives, cakes from Matthew Mead Style, boutonnieres from Martha Stewart Weddings, photo by Kathryn Kleinman
Row 2: bouquet by Artfool, photo by Samuel Lippke, photo by *Cinnamon
Row 3: hair piece by Jennifer Behr, invitation by Cynthia Warren Design, dress from Brides, centerpiece by Artfool

Board #367: Purple Hydrangea

Hydrangeas come in so many colors - this shade of purple is just one of them. Choosing a simple palette and a single type of flower is a great way to keep things simple and to make decor choices easier. Hang some little paper lanterns over the tables, and call it a day!

Mood: simple and sweet
Palette: violet, white, shades of gray

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Top row from left: hydrangea by April Joy Events, lanterns and hydrangea bouquet from Martha Stewart Weddings, photo by Jonathan Canlas
Row 2: truffles and pew decorations from Martha Stewart Weddings, save-the-date by Ceci New York, purple dress with belt by ban.do
Row 3: photo by Look Photography via Classic Bride, purple hydrangea place setting, hydrangea boutonnieres from Martha Stewart Weddings, white lemonade from Rebecca Thuss

Board #348: Ink & Peony

Barely-there pink often comes across as saccharine and girlish, but when paired with almost-black, ink blue it is moody and mysteriously romantic. This wedding board was largely inspired by Kari Herer's gorgeous photo of peonies - if you haven't seen her work, you must stop by her Etsy store - and the photo of blackberries and figs echo the colors perfectly. I'd love to see a bedroom based on this palette...

Mood: moody, romantic
Palette: inky midnight blue, soft pale pink

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Top row from left: peony photo by Kari Herer via Housemartin, table via Absolutely Beautiful Things, miniature ice cream cones from Martha Stewart Weddings
Row 2: ballerina, piano photo via We Heart It
Row 3: dress via Girl Meets NYC, cake from Martha Stewart Weddings, calligraphy by Jane Farr, flowers by Saipua
Row 4: dressing table from House & Garden, Chanel dress via Oh Joy, figs and blackberries photo by Thayer Allyson Gowdy

Board #340: Urban Lavender

It must be the weather, but I find myself drawn to soft colors these days. Here, rustic, French country lavender comes to the big city. A chic short dress, an urban venue, paired with a simple hand-tied bouquet, jars of lavender, and antique French linens. I imagine an intimate family dinner followed by meeting up with friends for dancing.

Mood: French country meets city chic
Palette: sidewalk gray, lavender

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Top row from left: dress via Nibs, lavender bouquet photo by Thayer Allyson Gowdy via Style Me Pretty, cakes from Martha Stewart Weddings, Brooklyn Bridge ceremony photo from Always A Bridesmaid
Row 2: invitation by Wiley Valentine via Oh So Beautiful Paper, boutonniere photo by Teresa Horgan
Row 3: place setting photo by Leigh Miller, jewelry box photo by Wendell T. Webber, lavender photo by Jose Villa, confetti photo by Meg Smith

Board #313: Dinner at the Vineyard

Vineyard weddings are so timeless and beautiful, yet I haven't done very many vineyard inspiration boards. I thought I'd use one of my new favorite fall colors, aubergine, and use it in this formal, rustic vineyard wedding board. Grapes, violets, an intimate candlelit dinner. Change the floral and harvest elements slightly, and this venue and color scheme could work in any season.

Mood: formal, intimate, vineyard
Palette: grape purple, vine green

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Top row from left: al fresco candelabras, bouquet photo by Gemma Comas, cake and Oscar de la Renta dress both from Martha Stewart Weddings
Row 2: grape centerpiece, invitation by Wiley Valentine via Oh So Beautiful Paper, Merryvale's cask room photo by Jen Siska
Row 3: violet seating card table by Ariella Chezar, dress by Jenny Yoo, violet nosegay by Artfool, ring pillow from The Knot
Row 4: tweed jacket, shoes photo by The Image is Found from Events of Love & Splendor, photo by Mulberry Photo

Board #309: Pomegranate and Plum

How about a swanky black-tie soiree to take us into the weekend? A palette of aubergine and pomegranate red, accented with platinum details, works well for both a fall and a winter event. I imagine plenty of glowing candles lining the aisle at the ceremony and the tables at the reception. A signature cocktail would surely include champagne...

Mood: timeless, swanky
Palette: plum, pomegranate, platinum

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Top row from left: centerpiece by Ariella Chezar, dress via The Invitation Lady, champagne cocktail styled by Kirsten Strecker, invitation suite from Martha Stewart Weddings
Row 2: photo by Arden Photo, fruit plate from Matthew Mead, vintage skyscraper photo, necklace via heysusy
Row 3: bouquet by Saipua, personalized menu by Laura Hooper, tuxedo via The Sartorialist, cake by Beaux Gateaux
Row 4: photo by Jessica Johnston, tiered centerpiece photo by Gemma Comas, Christian Louboutin flats from Barney's, cymbidium boutonniere by Gillian Marie Events (photo by Lindsay Docherty)

Board #281: Budget Friendly #13, Something Unexpected

Choosing an unusual venue, one that people might not immediately think of when planning a wedding, may or may not be cheaper than your typical banquet hall, but you might be inspired to think outside the box when it comes to the rest of the details. And thinking outside the box is key to planning a wedding on a budget! I made this wedding board with an art gallery venue in mind, but there are all kinds of places to rent out that aren't your usual hotel ballroom. Museums, theaters, farms... While your guests might forget all of the tiny details, they'll certainly remember a unique and visually interesting venue.

Who says...your reception has to be in a ballroom or banquet hall?

Mood: cleverly modern
Palette: white, lavender, gray

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Top row from left: balloon centerpieces via Brooklyn Bride, frozen vodka "bucket" by Michaele Thunen, stitched invitations by Bird & Banner, vintage veil photo by Ron Wurzer
Row 2: jars of buttons via Dreamhouse, picture frame photobooth by Front Room Photography via Bespoke, art gallery
Row 3: lobster summer rolls from Brides, dress from J.Crew, bouquet via Thoughtful Day, pocket square from Martha Stewart Weddings
Row 4: cake photo by Sugar Love, crayon favor from Maria McBride, stamped escort cards photo by Amy Squires, earrings by One Small Star via Handcrafted

The Paper: It is always cheaper to print in one color than two (or four), but borrow a tip from the talented ladies at Bird & Banner, and stitch a line of colorful thread across the top of your invites for a little something extra. For your seating cards, sit down in front of a movie and stamp away, using rubber stamps to spell out your guests' first names. If you feel really ambitious, stamp one letter in color (maybe just the letter "R" or something like that).

The Fashion: J.Crew is a great place to find some pretty wedding dresses for reasonable prices - this one for $895 has some darling detailing at the bust. Accessorize with a vintage veil and these sweet pearl earrings from One Small Star for only $30 (they'd also make great bridesmaid gifts). For the groom, how about a pocket square in one of your colors in lieu of a boutonniere? You can find them for as little as $5 at department stores, and there are several ways you can fold them.

The Decor: Large round balloons are a great way to make a visual impact for about 25-cents apiece, and hang numbered tags from the strings as clever table numbers. Large jars full of buttons (or other simple objects like stones, sand, small plastic toys...) are an interesting decoration that doesn't have to cost a lot. For something pretty at the bar, make an ice bucket and freeze branches, flowers, herbs or sliced fruit in the ice.

The Flowers: Eschew flowers except for the bouquets. Splurge on your own - mix purple clematis with dusty miller and lamb ears to fit with this color palette - and keep the bridesmaid bouquets a bit smaller and simpler.

The Food: To save, use more expensive ingredients in hors d'oeuvres rather than in entrees, like the lobster in these summer rolls (an interesting note about lobster here). If you want to offer guests more than just a signature cocktail, but less than a full bar, buy vodka in bulk: according to Peter Callahan, vodka is the most popular item at the bar. He also says that "as long as you’ve prearranged it with your supplier, you can return [extra, unopened bottles], and there’s nothing cheesy about that." For your cake, order one that is incredibly simple, and decorate it yourself with a fun topper, fondant letters, or a stencil.

Other Details: For an art gallery reception, why not let your guests get a little creative? Cover the tables with white butcher paper, and place a bundle of crayons at each seat for guests to doodle. The crayons can even double as a favor. Another fun idea is to set up a photobooth area for guests with a large empty frame in it.

Splurges: If the groom has reason to wear a suit again, splurge on a nice one. A well-fitted suit will always be in style, and can even be worn as separates after the wedding (for example, pair the jacket with jeans for a night out).

For Free: Get your friends and family involved. Ask someone with a musical talent to play during the ceremony, or have your great-aunt bake her famous lemon bars, or see if your friend with a sewing machine won't make the flower girl's dress or ring pillow. The people who love you probably have more varied talents than you might know.

Real Wedding Inspiration: Naomi & Mike via Little White Book

Board #244: Rustic Plum

So after last week's inspiration board and conversation on purple, I thought I'd try again. There was something a little too My Little Pony about the lavender and pale blue for me. But, instead of scrapping the blue, I changed things by going with a richer, more grown-up shade of plum. Also, to keep things from feeling overly girly, I thought I'd try this palette in a refined yet rustic, country setting. What do you think? How do you feel about this color combination versus the one from last week?

Mood: rustic, subdued
Palette: plum, baby blue, dark wood accents

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Top row from left: ribbons from Linnet via Once Wed, photo by Erik Ekroth, photo via Perfect Bound, invitation by Bird & Banner
Row 2: boutonniere from Wedding Style Guide via Brooklyn Bride, cakes from Gathering Events, pansy nosegay by Artfool, flower girl from Carolyne Roehm
Row 3: chocolate truffles from Matthew Mead Style, dahlias photo by Mikkel Vang, blue cardigan photo by Ann Hamilton, lanterns stairway via {frolic!}
Row 4: wine bottles photo from Jupiter Images, locket necklace, ceremony seats photo by Lisa Lefkowitz, jam from Maine Crafts, sweet pea bouquet photo by Jasper-Sky via The Knot