Inspirations
4 Unique Bridesmaid Dress Ideas for Your Upcoming Wedding
Incorporating non-traditional bridesmaid dresses has been an emerging trend for today's modern weddings. Whether it's mix-matching styles, patterns, colors, or hues, it is a great way for brides to enhance their wedding for a more unique look. Bridesmaid dresses...
Brunch Inspired Vows, North Little Rock, Arkansas
Driven by their adoration for brunch cuisine, the vendors embarked on a quest to create a whimsical fairytale-inspired ambiance, brimming with delightful surprises for their guests. Pastel hues and the essence of brunch served as the guiding principles in curating the...
6 Fall and Winter Hair Trends Predicted By Celeb Stylist William Whatley
Though summer rays are still high in the sky, it's time to predict the fall and winter hair trends we'll see the most for this 2024 season. Celebrity Hair Stylist William Whatley, who is also known as the new Creative Education Director for Scruples Haircare, has...
Planning a Luxury Boat Wedding in 2024 – A Simple Guide
Lana Marie Photography Wedding planning ideas start flowing the moment a couple gets engaged. There is usually some idea of what the couple desires as their venue, but for those looking for a unique wedding venue on the water, enjoying sailing, and watching sunsets...
Married 7 Times Around the World
Not every engaged man would agree to such a wild idea. But Chase did. Watching his bride-to-be present her powerpoint of the “greatest wedding ever” was impressive, but to see the budget dip far lower than the...
8 Best Summer Patios For Al Fresco Dining
Summertime is the best time to explore new outdoor dining spots and create those long lasting memories with your friends while sharing incredible food. These restaurants range from cozy outdoor dining and quaint small town gems, to luxurious al fresco wine bars and...
Rooftop Sophistication at the Avenue, Greenville, South Carolina
Award-winning photographer Rosina DiBello at Rosina DiBello’s Photography Studio derived her inspiration for the Styled Shoot from editorial wedding photography. To achieve this look, the design team chose the Avenue, a stunning rooftop location in the heart of...
Ten Best Beach Reads
Nothing is more relaxing than sitting back and getting lost in your favorite book on the beach. From steamy romances to beach thrillers, summer is the perfect time to dive deep into new novels. Whether you're lounging on the shore or reclining by the poolside, these...
The Picturesque Hilton Baton Rouge Capitol Center
By Anja Hemesath Get Acquainted Located conveniently in the heart of downtown Baton Rouge, Louisiana, the Hilton Baton Rouge Capitol Center is a 4-star hotel with historic charm and modern amenities. The hotel's rooms are gorgeously decorated, featuring rich...
V. Sattui Winery, Southern Socialite Award – The Styled Challenge, Napa, CA
The Styled Challenge is a design competition showcasing the works of talented wedding professionals from local areas. Each designer is given the task to create an exceptional wedding ceremony and reception arrangement in the provided venue. The best design is voted by...
Bridgerton Inspired Wedding Gowns
Dearest Gentle Reader, We are pleased to announce that with the return of Bridgerton Season 3, Part 2, classic, period style dresses are the new wedding chic for Bridgerton fans. Bridgerton first gained popularity in 2020 for its exquisite costumes, violin covers, and...
Southern Florals at the White Dove Barn, Nashville, Tennessee
Nestled in the heart of Nashville, Tennessee, amidst the vibrant energy of the city, a dreamy tableau unfolded, capturing the essence of Southern charm and elegance. The Styled Shoot at the White Dove Barn was drenched in hues of baby blue and peach—it transcended...
How to Transform Your Backyard into a Stunning Wedding Venue: 10 Tips
photo credit: Getty Images With small weddings becoming highly popular, many couples take it further to create a more intimate feel by having the ceremony, reception, and after-party in their backyard. This is not only a pocket-friendly option, but it also allows...
Garden Elegance at the Swan House, Atlanta, Georgia
The Styled Shoot featured a ceremony set up facing the front of the historic Edward Inman “Swan” House at the Atlanta History Center and an intimate reception in the gardens. Wedding photographer Sarah Cannon of Fox & Fig Photography captured the elegant vision of...
CIA Greystone, Lasting Impression Award – The Styled Challenge, Napa Valley, CA
Styled SHOOTS by Southern Bride is a wedding photographer competition where we feature some of the best wedding photographers across the nation. The photographers are provided the same venues decorated by top local wedding planners and are graded based on their unique...
Beringer Vineyards, Best Design Award – The Styled Challenge, Napa Valley, CA
Styled SHOOTS by Southern Bride is a wedding photographer competition where we feature some of the best wedding photographers across the nation. The photographers are provided the same venues decorated by top local wedding planners and are graded based on their unique...
Bardessono Hotel & Spa, Wins Trendsetter Award – The Styled Challenge, Napa Valley, CA
The Styled Challenge is a design competition showcasing the works of talented wedding professionals from local areas. Each designer is given the task to create an exceptional wedding ceremony and reception arrangement in the...
An Italian Garden Affair, Airlie Gardens, Wilmington, North Carolina
Imagine.. It’s a warm summer afternoon in June and the gleaming sun is glistening over Wilmington, North Carolina’s most pristine wedding venue, Airlie Gardens. As your guests flutter in from near and far, a living champagne wall greets them with a bubbling glass of...
Voast: The Perfect Virtual Toast
The second best part about getting married is the memories you make during the big day. A toast is one of those great moments, but sometimes, not everyone gets to share how they feel. That's why the team at Voast has created the perfect video toast to encapsulate...
The Rock House, Trendsetter Award – The Styled Challenge, Austin, Texas
Styled SHOOTS by Southern Bride is a wedding photographer competition where we feature some of the best wedding photographers across the nation. The photographers are provided the same venues decorated by top local wedding planners and are graded based on their unique...
Royal Ballroom and Wildflower Atrium, Lasting Impression Award – Austin, TX
Styled SHOOTS by Southern Bride is a wedding photographer competition where we feature some of the best wedding photographers across the nation. The photographers are provided the same venues decorated by top local wedding planners and are graded based on their unique...
Hill Country Pavilion and Lawn, Design Award – The Styled Challenge, Austin, Texas
Styled SHOOTS by Southern Bride is a wedding photographer competition where we feature some of the best wedding photographers across the nation. The photographers are provided the same venues decorated by top local wedding planners and are graded based on their unique...
Coastal Meets Midwestern Modern in Omaha, Nebraska
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Graceful at Greystone Estate, Beaver Lake, Arkansas
When dreaming about what we wanted this styled wedding to look like, our main goal was to urge upcoming couples to be bold with color and style when planning their wedding. Jules Design Event Florals took the lead in creating a mood board that leaned toward...
Timeless Elegance, New York City
by Michael Gogidze In the heart of bustling New York City, amidst the vibrant streets of SoHo and the tranquil expanse of Central Park, Michael G Productions brought forth a vision of timeless elegance. Directed and curated by the visionary Michael himself, this...
Southern Serenity, Brooksville, Florida
A Captivating Stylized Wedding at Legacy Lane: Embracing Southern Elegance Enter an enchanting world of elegance in a stylized wedding photo shoot at picturesque Legacy Lane, a southern-style venue. Here, the South's charm provides the backdrop for timeless memories,...
With Clarity: Vintage-Inspired Engagement Rings
Online jewelry retailer With Clarity makes the often overwhelming process of engagement ring shopping simple with their wide variety of gorgeous rings. Their lovely engagement ring options perfectly complement the classic style of Southern elegance, while infusing a...
Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum, Southern Socialite Award – The Styled Challenge Nashville
Styled SHOOTS by Southern Bride is a wedding photographer competition where we feature some of the best wedding photographers across the nation. The photographers are provided the same venues decorated by top local wedding planners and are graded based on their unique...
Union Station Nashville, Trendsetter Award – The Styled Challenge, Nashville, TN
Styled SHOOTS by Southern Bride is a wedding photographer competition where we feature some of the best wedding photographers across the nation. The photographers are provided the same venues decorated by top local wedding planners and are graded based on their unique...
Skip the Wedding Stress and Try All Inclusive at Zion Springs
With their amazingly all-inclusive weekend wedding packages, Zion Springs ensures a stress-free wedding weekend filled with all your design dreams. Their talented designers take your dreams and turn them into reality, working with you to customize the wedding...
Say “I Du” – Why Dubai is THE Bachelorette Hotspot of 2024
by Rebecca Brooks Atlantis, The Palm, is the perfect destination for bachelorettes looking to plan an extravagant celebration in Dubai. Imagine the Atlantis from storybooks, gorgeous glittering architecture, stunning blue waters, and a sense of escape from the real...
Four Seasons Hotel Nashville, Design Award – The Styled Challenge, Nashville, TN
Styled SHOOTS by Southern Bride is a wedding photographer competition where we feature some of the best wedding photographers across the nation. The photographers are provided the same venues decorated by top local wedding planners and are graded based on their unique...
Celebrating Women’s History Month
2024 Women's History Month begins on Friday, March 1st, and continues until the last day of March, Sunday, March 31st. International Women's Day, a holiday designed to promote the great achievements of women while bringing social issues relating to gender inequality...
Lunar New Year Customs and Wedding Planning
Lunar New Year (also known as Chinese New Year and Spring Festival) has officially begun. This year the festival started on Saturday February 10th, and will continue until the Lantern Festival on Saturday 24th. Lunar New Year begins anytime between January 21st and...
GRAMMYs RED CARPET BRIDAL INSPIRATION
Following the 2024 GRAMMYs, we saw many of our favorite celebrities in gowns influenced by bridal fashion design. From Taylor Swift's white corseted Schiaparelli gown to Madison Beer's exquisite Princess Diaries ball gown, Summer Walker's feathery ensemble, Dua Lipa's...
The Embodiment of Roman Romance – Hotel De La Ville Rome, Italy
By Sherra Meyers Get Acquainted As you wander down the cobblestone street of Via Sistina in the heart of Rome, Italy, you will find yourself enchanted by the magnificent 18th-century Palazzo, Hotel De La Ville, part of the sumptuous Rocco Forte Collection. This...
