Comments from Cavin Elizabeth Photography "Jeff and Shayla are two of the kindest souls I have ever met. They happened to have been entered in a nomination-based contest by Shayla's daughter, Caitlyn, to win a wedding photography collection…

Today's featured bride and groom envisioned a wedding day surrounded by rustic country touches, breathing the open air in the hills of Spain. Wedding designers Bodas de Cuento gave them just that by transforming a private estate in La Vall de…

No need to rub your eyes for this one, you are seeing correctly.  This lovely bride IS wearing a pink dress and it is absolutely fabulous! To top it all off, this couple had a fireworks display at the end of the night. So now I am trying…

This super cute couple - whose personalities really shine through in these photos - had only two months to plan their Veterans Day (11/11/13) wedding. The thoughtfulness of strangers provided Sam and Thera a completely…

You know I have a deep love of succulents. The are so simple and gorgeous and make my heart pitter-patter a little faster every time I see them. That being said,  Heather and Andrew had lots of them in their handmade succulent wedding.…

"Wow" is the first word that came to mind when I saw Jenny and Steve's wedding. It is full of handmade details, a stunning bride, and gorgeous flowers. Of course with such a gorgeous wedding you need a fabulous photographer and lucky for Jenny…

I love how Kate and Adam's wedding is a mix of rustic and romantic. Her gown and floral arrangements are so soft and romantic while her venue, and decor are more rustic and woodsy. I think it's absolutely beautiful and love that they had so…

The wedding below is full of lavender: Lavender flowers, lavender the color, lavender floral crown, and a lavender fields. Basically it's everything lavender and we love it! Laura's dress is super unique---her mom made it. It has butterflies…

This pink and gold wedding is seriously AMAZING. I'm not even exaggerating. I LOVE it. Everything about it in fact. I love the gold and pink throughout the day. I love the balloons, the bar, the pink hearts on straws, and don't even get me started…

Happy Monday everyone! I really LOVE today's wedding! Christiana and Justin put together a fabulous DIY wedding that was brimming with creativity and rustic details! More from the Bride: "The inspiration for the wedding was a blend of rustic,…

The 80's are back...at least in this fresh styled shoot! I think this wedding inspiration is totally righteous--- all it's missing is crimped hair and scrunchies! Okay, enough of that, I really do like it though! The colors are so vibrant against…

Liebe and Arnold had a fun, colorful carnival inspired wedding. We love the bridesmaids' floral dresses, the groomsmen in suspenders, and the bride's fashionable short dress paired with heeled oxfords. So cute!! Vendors Photography:…

Lindsay and Mariano are two very talented people---they put together this dream vintage DIY wedding in Sonoma! We love the details with the bright flowers. Their wedding has a comfy, intimate feeling that we think is the perfect way to…

We hope you all had a fantastic Valentine's Day!  We know winter is coming to an end (woohoo), but we thought we would share a beautiful styled winter wedding shoot that had us from the first picture. Winter weddings can seem cold and ugly,…

We love it when family and friends come together to help in someone's special day. Whitney and Brian had an intimate Texas wedding with the help of their loved ones. It was a beautiful day with a cozy, DIY feeling. The peach bridemaid's…

A beautiful Portland wedding complete with a donut wedding cake, a Sarah Seven dress, and gorgeous photography by Tyler Branch! Could you get any better? We think not. Megan and Brandon made great choices on every aspect of their beautiful…

Jecca and Colton's wedding was full of special handmade details--and above all, it looks super fun! I mean, who wouldn't want to go to a wedding where there is a pool party afterward, right?? Thanks to Brett & Jessica for sharing this wedding…

In the midst of the gray and rainy weather here in Seattle, this sunny wedding is a spot of joy! Kelley's inspiration for the day was rustic and vintage things, which she loves. She's especially fond of mixing beautiful older pieces with more…

With a super beautiful location at Eden Vale Winery, this coral and blush colored peony wedding has lots of great details that make this Oregon wedding a winner in our book! Thanks to Laura Nelson Photography for sending it our way and to the…

We love today's citrus themed wedding, from the wedding poster to the centerpieces - wooden crates filled with fruit that guests got to take home in customized produce bags! We also love the idea of lining the ceremony aisle with photos of…

We fell in love with this shoot the moment we laid eyes on it, from the concept of a sweet, intimate Breakfast with the Bride (how fun!) to the colors and cozy vibe. It feels just like the way the weather has been here lately--transitioning…

Samantha and Mark's wedding was full of fun details that we know you'll love. We especially adore the unique boutonnieres and bouquets, and the bride and bridesmaids in their fun mismatched Tom's! From Samantha: Mark and I wanted our wedding…

We would have been super excited to receive an invitation like Lindsey and Tyson's, inviting guests to join them in the woods as they started the next chapter of their love story! Indeed, the setting is like a fairy tale, with that fabulous…

We are starting this week off with a whimsical Tennessee wedding that got our hearts pitter-pattering a little faster. Tessa and Marshall's wedding was full of eye catching details like silhouette themed programs, pumpkins at the ceremony,…

Sorry this post is up so late today! Jennifer and Clinton's had a beautiful DIY wedding that we are drooling over. We love the yellow and blue details that were captured by A + C Photography! Vendors Floral Designer:  Leslie…

Can you say AMAZING? Because that is exactly what we said when we saw Layna and Dave's wedding! This event is full of DIY details ranging from log centerpieces and invitations to banners and cupcake puffs! And what better way to capture it than…

Today we are re-visiting an oldie but a goodie.  Melissa and Clayton had a dream wedding  at Cornerstone Gardens, which is located in Sonoma California.   Cornerstone Gardens was awarded The Knot’s ‘Best of Weddings’ for 2011 and…

Today we have one of the coolest weddings we've ever seen, with tons of unique, artistic details! Tamara and Aaron were inspired by an old fashioned gypsy circus-carnival. Aaron, a visual artist and cinematographer, did all the wedding art and…

We are so excited to share not one but TWO weddings at Highland Springs Resort! Wedding #1 - Romantic Kaitlin and Doug put together a romantic wedding photographed by Tyler Branch Photo. We are loving their wooded ceremony under a 1,000…

As many of you may guess, we are very partial to anything with lavender. So when this inspiring lavender wedding (at The Lavender Inn) was submitted, we were thrilled. Everything about Jenae and Steve's wedding screams lavender - from the venue…

Marissa and Ricardo had a lovely Strawberry Farms wedding reception with lots of fun details. From the gorgeous florals by Honey and Poppies to the dreamy photography by Floataway Studios, there are so many things to love about this Spring…

As soon as we opened up this submission from Marvelous Things Photography, we knew we wanted to feature it! Jeremy and Anastasia's wedding at Colonel Francis Beatty Park was full of love, color, and heartfelt details. Anastasia and her friends…

Lauren and David's wedding was full of color and Southern charm. The venue is the historical William Aiken House in Charleston, SC, which is absolutely gorgeous and full of ornate decorations. There are so many details to love about this wedding,…

Tomorrow is Love & Lavender's first birthday, and to celebrate, we decided to give our blog a little facelift! Our pretty new header (and all the other calligraphy you see in the sidebar) is the work of the fabulous Li Ward of Fat Orange…

We are so thrilled to be sharing Ian and Hyojung's green and ivory wedding with you today! Paperback Weddings did a marvelous job capturing this do-it-yourself couple's magical day. Green and Ivory Wedding Bride's Comments: "Our theme was largely…

We are really excited to be starting off the week with such an amazing wedding! Zac and Taryn had a beautiful wedding put together with the help of Amber Events. We love everything about it--from the flowers to the cake, this wedding kept us…

We are so excited about this farm wedding in Winters, California, captured by the talented Denise Bovee! There are so many creative details and fabulous ideas that we know you're all going to love. The gorgeous (and we mean gorgeous!) wedding…

Today we're sharing a lovely aqua and red wedding, captured by Heather H Photography. Caitlin and Rob were married at The Cates House in Alabaster, Alabama. We love the pops of red in the bridesmaids' shoes and Caitlin's…

If you're a succulent fan, you're going to love this wedding! Annie and Gero have a succulent garden at home and since Gero is something of a "succulent whisperer", they incorporated them throughout their wedding. The bouquets and succulent…

Today's wedding took place in the ghost town of Grapetown, Texas. Jonathan and Cameron chose the location because they had often passed by it on a 60 mile loop that they cycled on the weekends. Jonathan…

We were so excited to showcase Brandi and Lee's adorable rustic wedding! The stunning location is the Barr Mansion in Austin, TX. We…

Elegant attire and cream colors, one of the cutest wedding dogs we've seen on the blog, and donuts ... need we say more!? Things to look out for Elegant looking wedding cake and cake stand. And how about that dessert table full of…

Things to look for We love how the bride's powder blue Steve Madden heels pull out the color of the blue thistle bridal bouquets. Check out the groom funky bow tie. We've got a few more bow tie ideas if you need help! Check out our…

Okay, Harry Potter hasn't left wizard school for the army. I realized after hitting publish that the title of today's feature wedding may suggest that! Loving the groom in uniform along with the bride's dress/veil combination.

We love the clean and minimalist design theme of greenery meets marble. Just the right amount of styling really makes this shoot stand out from the crowd. Modern, industrial elements combine with feminine, natural flowers to create a unique…

Here is something we don't often feature on Love & Lavender's wedding blog -- an ethnic/cultural wedding! I have a feeling we need to showcase a lot more after today's glamorous destination wedding in Maui, Hawaii. The bride's intricate…

Some wonderful rustic woodsy goodness for today's featured wedding: Cowboy boots, groomsmen in suspenders, and even beer during the wedding ceremony. What could be better?

Things to look for Custom embroidered handkerchiefs are a neat gift to remember your bridesmaids or bride on the morning of your wedding day. Could you resist trying one of each macaroon variety on this dessert table!?

Today's featured styled wedding was held at the Karlan Hotel in San Diego. The team behind the shoot based their inspiration off the remodel of the hotel, which has a lot of industrial elements with yellow tones throughout. We love the simple…

Another great vineyard wedding from Drozian Photoworks captured in California. We simply love the cowboy boot look and the cute blue bird cake toppers! Things to look for Get yer boots on girl! We've got a whole article dedicated to…

Elegant barn weddings are still going strong as you can see in today's featured wedding from this past February at Sowell Farms, Florida. We love the bride's gorgeous dress and edged veil combination. And the ninja turtle cookies certainly add…

What We Love Bagley Mischka shoes in gold with adornments. For more popular bridal shoe inspiration check out our post here. Great taste in vino ... Opus One is always a superb wine selection for a special day! Now this is…

Many thanks to Leah Marie Photography for submitting another wonderful vineyard wedding. We featured a superb fall picnic wedding a few weeks ago that we simply LOVED! And today's wedding provides equally stunning photo eye-candy for those who…

Fall is still a little ways away, but that doesn't mean we have to deprive ourselves of the wonderful orange and brown hues that this season offers. And, if you're planning a fall wedding for 2017 then take inspiration from the calla lillies,…

Wow, it seems like ages. Has it really taken us this long to post a real wedding on the blog? Not to mention one that features a gorgeous couple (Amy + Michael), along with vintage decor, concord purple colored bridesmaid dresses, an outdoor…

Check out this beautiful shabby chic wedding at Temecula Valley Estate, complete with sunflower bouquets and a sunflower alter!

We love today's featured wedding with lavender, lace, and a bride that really knows how to work her chapel length veil! Kim and James put together a cohesive wedding that looks as though it came together perfectly. Simply adore the rustic decor,…

Kevin and Devon had an amazing nautical themed wedding at The Watson House in Emerald Isle, NC. This was a destination wedding for them as they live in Cary, NC. Devon's parents live along the coast and they decided to get married on the water. Things…

Photographer's Remarks "We have the pleasure to submit the photos of the french wedding of Audrey and Sebastien, in Tuscany. We have to thank the magnificent wedding planner Ugo, owner of the agency Un Jour Special, for having organized…

Today's wedding at Davis Islands Garden Club includes a coral, navy, and gold color scheme one would expect from a nautical nuptial affair. Inspired maritime details such as gold lanterns for décor, rope wrapped cans and jars, painted bottles,…

Logan Walker Photography does it again with another fabulously photographed Rocky Mountain wedding full of sharp details and peacock themed charm. I love the sheer honesty of the bride along with both the time and money saving ideas she and…

Sweet and thoughtful touches highlight this chic country wedding at Apple Tree Lane B&B. What really caught my eye was the bride's spaghetti strapped Maggie Sottero Gown. Don't think you can go buy this particular dress in any bridal…

I love finding a couple that aren't afraid to break from the traditions and have a wedding that truly reflects their personality. Today's wedding ceremony was hosted at one of Arizona's finest venues - The Phoenician Resort. The couple opted…

You know you have found a great photographer when they take uniquely staged photos that are both funny and frame worthy. Andie Freeman Photography is one of those photographers. Her amazing aerial shot during the ceremony, stunning photo of…

From the rustic wedding ceremony seating to the bridesmaids' attire, everything in this wedding is mismatched. And you know what, it totally works!  The mismatched seating both during the ceremony and reception give this wedding unique charm…

This bride wanted a girly and glam styled wedding and she sure did not disappoint!  She has had experience as an event coordinator (how she met her future husband) that helped to make the day a reality.  The cake alone is worthy of a royal…

Adding something extra to your wedding to remember loved ones that have passed is a nice touch when it comes to such a momentous day.  The groom in today's wedding gave a beautiful locket to his bride-to-be with a photo of her parents, who…

I was drawn to this vineyard mountain wedding because of the cute floral arrangements on the reception and cake tables.  They are all mismatched and for some of the tables they used vintage cake stands for height to hold the small arrangements.…

This bride, like most, spent way over her wedding budget.  In fact $15,000 dollars over her wedding budget. *Eek* Minus being a wee bit stressed out about over spending, this bride and groom decided to go for a relaxed garden wedding and…

No altar needed for this bride and groom's winery wedding in Virginia.  The scenery and views where they said their vows were just spectacular - they really used it to their advantage.   Video captured by Koneffko Media

This bride and groom had me at taco stand and sushi platter, not to mention all the gorgeous flowers.  I loved that they got a two-for-one by using their flowers not only for their wedding day, but also using the already made floral arrangements…

I feel like it has been a long winter and I am very much looking forward to summer! Especially after being in the mall this weekend and seeing all the bright colors and patterns starting to make appearances.  Feeling cooped up inside for…

We really love this wedding. Megan and Art have fabulous style and we are in love with her dress! Here is what Megan said about her special day: “First and foremost, we wanted our wedding to be extremely personal and relaxed. We also…

This wedding is a DIY dream! Rebecca and Hunter were on a budget, so she decided to take decorating into her own hands. Rebecca learned how to sew just for her special day -- she made utensil holders for every guest. What We Love The…

We really love today's farm wedding. Erin and Jason are from Seattle, but got married in North Carolina, and had a DIY wedding. With help from their families (their dads brewed beer and family brought dessert) they put together a beautiful…

We are so happy that it is finally the middle of the week. Not just because that means the weekend is super close, but because we have a super cute wedding to share with you captured by Kate Harrison Photography. Christie and Troy had a DIY…

Today we will be sharing the uber cute wedding of Annie and Brad. Annie wanted a rustic southern style wedding, which we think she pulled off perfectly. Everything from the "I Do Home Brew" to the venue scream southern charm! We are loving the…