Perfectly Set - Chantelle & Jon

The Southern Suite collaborated for the second shoot of the Perfectly Set contest where two beautiful couples were voted our lucky winners.  The winners received a styled photoshoot from hair and makeup to a remarkable tablescape.  

The shoot took place in a enchanting location where the willow trees hung romantically around our styled tablescape.  The table was styled with a palette of grey, soft pink and metallics.  The vintage china, elegant stationery designed by Des of Paper Airplanes and delicate flower arrangement and bouquet created by Megan of Megan Lynne Floral Design created a stunning backdrop to our beautiful couple Chantelle and Jon.

Chantelle wore a romantic strapless mermaid gown provided by Bliss Bridal Boutique in Winnipeg.  A custom handmade fascinator designed by Kari of Dove Tree Art & Design was pinned amongst her chic braided updo by Kim at Shear Bliss Salon and Day Spa and Chantelle's look was polished off with soft, romantic make up by talented makeup artist Audrey of Glo Makeup Studios.  Once the table was set and the couple was ready we let the fabulous ladies of Jack & Ruby Photography and Lani Elias Fine Art Photography do their magic.

To view more photos from this shoot visit each vendors blog!
Styling & Flowers: Megan Lynne Floral Design
Stationery: Paper Airplanes
Styling & Hair Piece: Dove Tree Art & Design
Hair: Shear Bliss Salon and Day Spa
Makeup: Glo Makeup Studios
Photography: Jack & Ruby Photography
Photography: Lani Elias Fine Art Photography

The following images by Lani Elias Fine Art Photography.

 

 

 

Photos by Jack & Ruby Photography

 

Wedding Style Inspiration: Dusty Rose

1. pizzaandstilettos.blogspot.com

2. stylemepretty.com

3. raspberrytart.tumblr.com

4. shopruche.com

5. colincowieweddings.com

6. theyallhateus.com

7. raspberrytart.tumblr.com

8. laylagrayce.com

9. conspicuousstyle.com

10. elizabethanndesigns.com

11. homedesigning.tumblr.com

12. homefurniturecatalogs.com

Many of the principles and elements of design also apply to other areas of life; for example, coordinating a great outfit, decorating a space... or planning a wedding!  

First things first.  You must be inspired!  Find a jumping off point for your planning.  This could be a fabric swatch, a favorite flower, a photograph, etc.  In the inspiration board above, I started with images 6 and 10, and used the dusty pink color to collect other images in that palette that inspired me.  

To pull off a cohesive look, it's important to consider different aspects of the design, such as: color, balance, harmony, repetition and texture.  Likewise, as you search blogs and websites for information, try to group the images you save according to style.  This should help you to determine what ideas (dresses, fabrics, linens, invitations, flowers, etc!) that you're repeatedly drawn to. Compiling an inspiration board like the one above can be a great way to keep you on track and focused on a singular, cohesive style that will result in an overall pulled-together look!

Most importantly, your wedding style should be a reflection of you - so have fun with this aspect of the planning, and add some personal touches to make it your own.

Seeing pink...

Kari

For more inspiring photos and ideas, visit me over at Dove Tree!