For those brides who echo an 'amen' every time Julia Roberts' Steel Magnolias character, famously quotes, "Pink is mah signature color", you stand firm on your stance that multiple shades of pink (or 'blush and bashful', as Shelby quips in the hair salon) are a quite the sight to behold. They are indeed...
Read MoreHigh atop a mountain in Arkansas, Brandi Smyth photographed the breathtaking beauty of a styled elopement shoot that blends inspiration from the rugged landscape with elements of a more ephemeral nature. From the custom ombré veil that easily catches the mountain breeze, to jewel-toned florals that evoke the feel of an alpine meadow, to a flowing Free People gown that befits such a remote elopement location, the combination is striking and relaxed all at once....
Read MoreToday's feature on Vale + Vine brings out the Best of Bohemian--a carefree bride, loose floral arrangements, sweeping skirts and windswept tresses, a beachside location, and an diverse palette. The elements are eclectic but cohesive, the styling unfussy yet harmonious, and the entire look a beautiful nod to the West Coast hippie of a bygone era but with a luxurious, modern feel....
Read MoreHere's the thing about shoots like these--they set the bar in terms of ideas that pave the way within the wedding industry. Photographed by Vaisa Photography on Italy's Amalfi Coast at the Moda E Arte workshop, this styled shoot embraces some of my favourite leading trends in the fine art wedding world. In no particular order they are...
Read MoreThis interior shoot photographed by Zosia Zacharia Photography and styled by Chandelier Weddings highlights a collection of inspiration bound to lighten any indoor setting while still retaining a strong heirloom feel. The use of sheer and lace fabrics in white, gold and a touch of blush keep the look from becoming too heavy,...
Read MoreWhile this 'Earth' Inspired styled shoot for Erich McVey's photography workshop in Bend, Oregon reminds me of autumn's dusty sunsets and warm hues, there's nothing about the images that scream 'fall', and I like that. Not every fall wedding needs a palette of burnt orange, rich plum, and deep red wine to evoke the season....
Read MoreIf there's one place in Canada where you might chance upon a woodland fairy, that would be British Columbia's enchanted west coast. From secluded turquoise inlets and and emerald rainforests that produce jungle-sized ferns and soft mossy floors, the islands off the west coast invite a sense of artistic whimsy and expression unlike anywhere else in the country...
Read MoreThis styled shoot from Vancouver's Boheme Workshop hosted and photographed by Artiese Studios and Vasia Photography is a gem rife with perfectly tangled botanicals, layers of earthen pastels, and a sense of heritage and grandeur that emanates from the location itself, setting the tone for a decadent collection shot at Vancouver's Hycroft Manor. The images featured here showcase a variety of wedding details and ideas that obviously work well for an opulent setting, but ones that could be just as suitable for a small garden wedding....
Read MoreThis coming September 20-24, Vasia Photography and Artiese Studios of Canada will be joining forces yet again to host the Boheme Workshop, an intensive, luxurious 5-day photography workshop set in Messina, Greece. Shown here on Vale + Vine is a natural Mediterranean shoot by Vasia Photography and styled by Tahnee Sanders, featuring organic local details such as a bridal bouquet crafted by Celsia Floral from olive boughs and a delicate gold hairpiece from an Athenian artisan's market....
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