Lovely Couple Shoot : Bob + Allison

Adorable! Bob and Allison shot by the oh so talented JacShoot photography taken in my next door state of Alabama. I love Allison's bright red coat. Don't these two just ooze love? I can't get enough.

Studio Wed Presents : The Wedding Experience

I am over the moon to announce a fabulous event by Studio Wed Atlanta. Lucky + Lovely readers will receive $20 off admission, simply enter code "StudioWedBride" on the registration page and enjoy! 

http://studiowedexperience.eventbrite.com/ 

Here is a little information about the event:

StudioWed is proud to present The Wedding Experience on February 13,

2010 at The Ritz-Carlton, Buckhead in Atlanta, GA. This luxury bridal

event will feature StudioWed vendors from across the South. Engaged

couples will be inspired to create their ideal wedding day, while

learning from an impressive list of vendors.

The Wedding Experience agenda is perfect for newly engaged couples to

jump-start their journey down the aisle. Seminars topics include:

wedding planning & décor, photography and stationery. Guests will

attend a cocktail style lunch with interactive vendor displays. The

Wedding Experience will end with a luxury evening dinner reception.

Leading event designer and wedding expert Tara Guerard will share her

tips for adding true style to the big day. She will also sign copies

of her new book Weddings by Tara Guerard.

Brides from across the Southeast are welcome to attend. Bring your

groom, mom, or bridesmaid! Tickets are $90 per person or $175 per

couple. For more information visit www.studiowedexperience.com and to

purchase tickets go to studiowedexperience.eventbrite.com

Girls from Ipanema

Hello Lovelies! During the winter months, I start daydreaming of the humid days and warm nights of summer. So please excuse me for one moment because this post has absolutely nothing to do with weddings or events at all. I am inspired by the crazy, sexy, cool Brazilian woman captured by the Sartorialist so I thought I would share. I long to put on a brightly colored tank top with a swingy skirt and jeweled sandals...dreaming of taking a brisk walk with my dog to grab a gelato and gab with girlfriends while the sun sets on a hot day....looking forward to putting on a bikini and a crisp white shirt to ride my bike down to the beach and snack on a lunch of tomato sandwiches with salt and pepper...warm nights with a cold glass of chardonnay and a bowl of frozen grapes....whatever I end up doing this summer, I plan to look as stylish and chic as these lovelies! Happy daydreaming to you..

Brazilian fashion via {the Sartorialist}

Alice in wonderland wedding

Oh, how I love Alice in Wonderland and I can hardly wait for the movie to come out. I found the most delightful images of an "Alice in Wonderland / English Tea party" themed reception on the talented Kate Forrester's  blog. Kate designed and illustrated the charming invitations for her brother and new sis-in-laws wedding. I just love how cute the bride looks as she is getting married! See more on the photographer Paul Glavin's blog and check out more of Kate's work here .

Love this! Ceramic Mason Jar Votive Holder

Nothing says southern charm like candle lit Mason jars hanging from old oak trees. Oh, how I adore the look of this as wedding decor. I am loving the soft glow of this delightful ceramic mason jar called the Kerr Votive Lantern by Pigeon Toe Ceramics.

Handcrafted in Portland, Oregon, Pigeon Toe Ceramics is the brainchild of artist & designer Lisa Jones. The company defines their work as "Playful and charming, Pigeon Toe Ceramics redefine the rustic chic aesthetic with casual irreverence. Lisa’s products transcend trends, leaving behind an heirloom that’s hardly old-fashioned. Polished and refined, yet naturally imperfect, Pigeon Toe Ceramics is inspired by a new age of homegrown, depression-era aesthetics. Clean and tactile, white and pure."

Kerr Votive Lantern: $30 for a single $54 for a set of 2

Pin-Up Girl Bridal Shower

A fun and girly afternoon of sweet and savory treats, pink bubbly and feminine photographs.

Art Direction & styling: Melanie Carter, Lucky + Lovely Design
Photographer: Erin Brauer, Aregrayline Weddings
Hair: Fredrick Parnell for The Primp Club
Make-up: Kimberly Mack Beauty Group
Food & Location: Sarah F. Williams, Virginia Highlands Vintage Apartment

Also featured on Ruffled Blog!

real wedding: rachel + chris

Sweet details ooozing with love from this fun filled wedding day photographed by San-Francisco based Emily Takes Photos. Isn't the couple so adorable and I love the bright colors, the schoolbus, that ocean view ceremony, the paper cranes...the casual coolness of this wedding! See more details and learn about Emily's talented work here.

Lovely Save the Dates

Hello I hope you are staying warm today! I wanted to share some of my work on the blog today. I have adorable clients and this save the date is no different. Sara and her guy were neighbors and are having a Southern styled, elegant wedding in North Carolina. I came up with the idea of the keys and a very classic layout for the save the date. Stay tuned for more on Sara's wedding. The invitations are going to be letterpress and simply divine. I can't wait to share with ya'll!

Sara's Southern Chic Wedding Details:
• Sage Green with a light peach accent
• Mason jar candles
• Letterpress invitation with calligraphy