Chicago Indian Wedding

I love when I get to share weddings of the people I love.  My cousin, Jasmin, married her Mister this past March, and their wedding, captured by Almond Leaf Studios, is featured on Style Me Pretty's Little Black Book.  Jasmin did an amazing job creating a vintage ambiance to their traditional Indian wedding, and the 3 days of wedding festivities were so much fun.  And today we are sharing her travel themed bridal shower on rnlMusings.  Don't they make such a cute couple?  And to see these two love birds in action, you can checkout their wedding trailer below. 

Jasmin + Chan | chicago wedding film from David Whitlow Photography on Vimeo.

Vintage & Rustic Rehearsal Dinner

So the BIL (brother-in-law) and soon to be sister-in-law are hosting a welcome dinner this Friday before their wedding ceremonies.  Their welcome dinner is being hosted by extended family, and they have a beautiful outdoor space, which is perfect for the couple's rustic and vintage theme.  Imagine hay bales as seating around a bonfire, old whiskey barrels as high boys or the base for a smores bar, and drinks stations with mason jars for friends and family to toast the happy couple.  With any vintage and rustic theme natural elements play a big role.  Raw wood (barrels, and directional signage); jute, burlap, and twine (as table runners, or wrapped around tins or mason jars); cotton balls (as decor); vintage glass bottles (as decor or centerpieces).  Classic treats like spiked lemonade, iced tea, smore, and pies add the vintage element, and we love the idea of relabeling beer bottles your own brand of moonshine.  Create an interactive drink station using the beer bottles as a ring toss, where guests get a chance to wine a prize (or a drink) if they get a ring around a bottle.  This is a great alternative to corn holes, and adds the element of old school traveling carnivals.  Finally, add modern conveniences like an outdoor station with cool towels, shawls, sunscreen, and mosquito repellent for guests to stay comfortable.  

{Photo Credits: Top Row: Wood Signs, Drink Station; Second Row: Favor Jars, Bonfire, Barrel Table; Last Row: Baby's Breathe Centerpiece, Pie Bar, Glass Bottles, Cotton}

Vintage Paper Plane Birthday Party

I love this cleaver and adorable paper plane birthday party!  I can't get enough of the vintage twist, with muted navy and red color palette, and adorable details.  The test flight zone is so smart, and a great way to entertain the kiddos, while the in flight refreshments will keep the adults happy.  And I love the use of galvanized tubs, silver accents, vintage crates and baskets, and mini suitcases throughout the party.

{photos via Hostess Blog}

Parisian Inspired Miami Wedding

Love this Paris meets Miami wedding.  From the mini patisserie at their reception to the beautiful gardens that these two said their I do's in, there are so many stunning details in these gorgeous photos.  Check out the lovely vintage lace invitations, the architecture of the gardens, the color palette of the reception, and the beautiful couple.  Happy Monday!

{photos via Style Me Pretty}

Chic Mad Hatter Bridal Shower

I am obsessed with this vintage chic mad hatter bridal shower, it's seriously adorable!  I love the chic little details, and the play on the mad hatter theme.  With gold accents, flea market china, paper embellishments, and gorgeous trinkets, this fairytale tea party really comes to life.  I can't decide what I love more the beautiful water color menu, the eat me cookies, or the lovely centerpieces.

{photos via Hostess Blog}

Simple Vineyard Wedding

I love the simplicity of this Connecticut vineyard wedding.  It feels as though the entire wedding revolved around the lovely couple.  Love the homemade honey jar favors, the adorable telegram invitations, the stunning Jenny Packham gown, and the bridal bouquet all lending to a vintage 1920's feel.

 

{photos via 100 Layer Cake}