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Do I need a theme for my wedding? This is a question I hear a lot. Simply answered, no. Your wedding should portray your love story, what makes the two of you tick, your relationship. If there is an aspect to your love story that brings a theme to the forefront, then yes, why not […]

Design School | Curating Details over Theme

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When a photographer you admire reaches out to you to style an editorial story, it is kind of the best day ever. This was the case for me this past January. Leah Golter and Lauren from the Backyard Bouquet came to me with a sweet and beautiful idea to pull together that spoke to my […]

Summerfield Inspiration

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How do you get what is in your head onto paper so that you can work with your awesome wedding team to make it a reality? Aren’t we all so jealous of those uber talented graphic designers that have the skills to make everything pretty?! There is great news, loves. You don’t have to be […]

Sweet Beginnings: Creating a Cohesive Look

For Brides, Sweet Beginnings

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“Take me into your loving arms Kiss me under the light of a thousand stars” – Ed Sheeran These two. They met through mutual friends oceans away from home. Their love flourished and grew on the banks of the Iowa River on the University of Iowa campus. I cannot even put into words how they’ve […]

Iowa City Wedding | Old Capitol & Hotel Vetro | Campus Love

Celebrations

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With the sun staying out longer and my daydreams of pink sundresses becoming more frequent, today’s inspiration seems entirely fitting! This warm, bright and happy board makes me long for summer. Imagine a beautiful backyard fete with simple summer style and pops of color everywhere. I see this bride as a free spirit who is […]

Inspired Tuesday: Pretty in Pink

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