{Fabulous Friday}

Friday is here!... YAY! I'm already planning the fresh inspiration, the sophisticated ideas, the bridal fashion, the real weddings and the engagement sessions for next week. Here is a little something of the massive amount of gorgeousness you will find next week here in Belle.

And to send you to your weekend with a smile on your face, what about a roundup of this week?

Some awesome images to inspire you to incorporate some vintage bikes into your e-session.
The bridal fashion dose of every Tuesday, my Dress of the Week.
A Journey of Inseparable Love: A gorgeous 1920's bridal shoot for in Harpers Bazaar Indonesia.
Abril + Eloy by Lemonmaple: a super rustic, perfectly western and all around gorgeous day after session.
Breath-Taking Bridal Accessories. Delicate, unique and all around elegant, her fascinators and jewelry are not only completely gorgeous, but totally sophisticated, flawless pieces with just the right amount of drama.
Some cute ideas on how to do a "Just Married" Sign.
Brooke + Travis by Dawson Taylor Studios. Approachable, light-hearted yet totally beautiful, this engagement session has it all.
An beyond-beautiful all-white wedding decor that will make you think twice about incorporating color into your reception and ceremony.

Have a Fabulous Weekend!

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All-White Wedding Decor

While visiting Grace Gardens the other day, I witnessed a little argument between a bride and her mom about the wedding colors. While mom insisted in having all the decor in white, the bride wanted to add purple to crate a contrasting color palette. Everyoney that knows me will tell you that I’m a huge fan of contrast and I LOVE purple. But, I couldn’t pick the bride’s side that day. There is just something really magical about an all-white color palette and these photos prove that in the most delicious way.

Even a white ceremony/aisle decor looks amazing.

Photography: James Christianson Photographer | Via: Style Me Pretty

{Engagement Session} : Brooke + Travis by Dawson Taylor Studios

I knew the pecan tree farms around the Mesilla area where a beautiful location for e-sessions or wedding shoots, but this engagement shoot by Dawson Taylor Studios takes pecan tree backdrops to a whole new level. And quite frankly, I couldn’t expect anything less from the Dawson Taylor Studios team. They always do a great job not only shooting beautiful images, but also styling them to perfection. I’m just loving all the props, specially the pink parasol! And when you add to this equation totally adorable cowboy boots, well let’s just say I am in my blogging happy place. Approachable, light-hearted yet totally beautiful, this engagement session has it all.

Photography: Dawson Taylor Studios

A VINTAGE MEDLEY

I have some great vintage-style treats for you today, all available on Etsy. Above: A sheath of 4 ply crepe with the added lace overlay gives a real 1930's vintage feel. Lightweight and drapey, the crinkled surface of this particular crepe has an incredible swathe and drape effect making it a natural for the bias cut evening gown look. Added to the sides and back are silk organza godets that give off a modified mermaid silhouette. From Amy-Jo Tatum Bride
A la 1920s romantic French inspired bridal cap with lace and a sweeping veil. Available via special order through Twigs and Honey.

Silk dupion and tea-dyed silk gauze strapless gown. Has a fully boned inside corset lined in silk habotai. The petticoat is a separate crinoline lined in silk with a back insert of Chantilly lace. The gown can be worn with the front sash draped around the neckline or as a tie down the front. The gown can be ordered in dupion, satin or taffeta. Available through Amy-Jo Tatum Bride

Lampshade hat made of Beige/Cream taffeta w/ burnout prints all over the brim, adorned with a Cream curly rose and Silk leafs. Available through Arturo Rios

The Cream Puff! Made from cream natural ostrich fringe that has been carefully arranged in a perfect puff with a small ostrich tip. Available through Batcakes Couture

Just Married Signs

Visiting one of my favorite blogs, Think Runway, I found these adorable images of different types of "Just Married" signs and I couldn't resist sharing them with you. Lovely. Don't you think?

Images via Think Runway

Breath-taking Bridal Accessories by Karen Wolf

I fall in love with weddings every single day. Wonderful dresses, adorable details, charming couples… I’m totally smitten with all things beautiful and today is no exception. Prepare to get lost in some breath-taking images from the collections of Israeli accessory goddess Karen Wolf. She’s the creator of some of the most GORGEOUS designs I’ve ever laid eyes on. Delicate, unique and all around elegant, her fascinators and jewelry are not only completely gorgeous, but totally sophisticated, flawless pieces with just the right amount of drama.

IN THE LIGHT . . .

Photos AmoLife via Polyvore

One of my favorite fashion photographers is Robin Alfian and his vision is beyond anything I've ever seen before. Visit his site and you'll see a whole spectrum of his work that's really inspiring. This is just one of many studies (titled, Graceful Period) capturing the essence of what I would see as beauty and repose . . . . what are your thoughts on this piece?

model:vicka svetkova
stylist:wingky
makeup:donny liem
asst makeup:diana
photography:robin alfian

{Real Wedding} : Abril +Eloy by Lemonmaple - Day After

Prepare to be swept off your feet by a super rustic, perfectly western and all around gorgeous day after session. This vintage trash-the-dress shoot is coming to me all the way from my lovely hometown, Chihuahua Mex. The country may be different but the amazing desert backdrops and western details look very, very familiar. It was photographed at the groom’s family ranch and Abril, the beautiful bride, styled every single last detail of this day to perfection. She is a creative, artistic soul (and a graphic designer) if I ever saw one and lemonmaple photography snapped these stunning pictures to prove it.