What a sweet Southern couple! We wish Hannah and Cody nothing but the best as they tie the knot on June 7, 2014 in Lewisville, Arkansas. Special thanks to Jenna Lane Photography for letting us share your work!
XOXO,
Anne-Claire
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Arkansas Engagement: Hannah + Cody
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XOXO,
Anne-Claire
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Arkansas Engagement: Caitlin + Tyler
Today's sesh has happy written ALL over it. Head to toe and sideways... this way and that and every which other way. Happy, happy! :) Scroll away and see if you don't agree. . .
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We nailed it, no? Happy!!!! Aren't they just the cutest? Caitlin Rasche and Tyler Rodgers (both from Rogers, AR) are planning the most fun (surprise!) wedding on the Princess Cruise Line out of Fort Lauderdale, FL. The big day is set for July 19, 2014. Best of luck to these two lovebirds from TWP!
Special thanks to Sterling Imageworks for sharing their work with us. We love it!
Enjoy your Wednesday, sweets. Make it count!
XOXO,
Deborah
Special thanks to Sterling Imageworks for sharing their work with us. We love it!
Enjoy your Wednesday, sweets. Make it count!
XOXO,
Deborah
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Styled Shoot: European Countryside
We fell hard for this European styled country shoot when we first saw it and now w'ere sharing the magic with you! Let these gorgeous images take you away to a land not so very far away. . .
YOU can have a wedding just like this! Check out the amazing ARKANSAS vendors who made this shoot happen. Each and every one, the epitome of professionalism with creativity galore. Bravo, team. BRAVO!!!
Design: Details Weddings & Events
Photography: Meredith Melody Photography
Florals: Tanarah Luxe Floral
Venue: Castle on Stagecoach
Paper: The Social Type and Wiley Valentine
Cake: TracyCakes
Give any of these folks a call and they'll help make YOUR big day a dream come true.
Trust us! We know these things. :)
XOXO,
Deborah
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Arkansas Engagement: Hye-Jin + Brandon
We are welcoming Thursday with another sweet engagement session by Taylor Howard Photography. These two lovebirds seem like a match made in Heaven. Check out these smiles!
Hugs and kisses to Taylor Howard Photography for making our blog so pretty today! Their work always puts a smile on our faces.
See y'all tomorrow. . .
XOXO,
Deborah
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Arkansas Wedding: Allen-Liles
Thank goodness it's Friday and we are right around the corner from a weekend full of weddings! Today we have an enchanting elopement for y'all! Houston Allen and B.J. Liles, both of Batesville, Arkansas, took off to Eureka Springs to tie the knot at the historic 1886 Crescent Hotel and Spa on February 8, 2014! While the nuptials were private, The Hudsons Modern Photography was on hand to capture these special and super sweet moments!
XOXO,
Anne-Claire
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Happy Wedding Day!!!
It's Saturday and it's a day to celebrate!!! While the Winter weather is back in full force, weddings are picking up as we near Spring!!! Today, please join me in wishing these two sweethearts a very Happy Wedding Day! May it be all you've hoped for and more!
CAROLINE FRANK + CALVIN DRINNEN
XOXO,
Anne-Claire
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And, the Winner IS. . .
In honor of 'Oscar Day', we thought it would be fun to round up a few of our favorite wedding gowns from the movies. Top of the list, Carrie Bradshaw's scrumptious Vivienne Westwood confection (obvs). . .
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Kate Hudson's character in Bride Wars chose Vera Wang's to-die-for creation. . .
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Anna Karenina's divine gown brought tears to our eyes. . .
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Anna Karenina's divine gown brought tears to our eyes. . .
The gown Katniss wore was just a tad over the top, but it's gorgeously stunning. . .
On a more traditional note, Julia stole our hearts in this lovely gown from Steel Magnolias. . .
And again in Runaway Bride. . .
Bella's gown was breathtaking. Just look at that beautiful back. . .
Rachel McAdam's dress in The Notebook was nothing short of classic (sniff, sniff). . .
We adored Toula's traditional lace gown in My Big Fat Greek Wedding. . .
We can't not mention Princess Buttercup. We believe in "wuv, twue wuv". . .
And speaking of princesses, check out Grace Kelly's dress in High Society. . .
The always stylish Audrey Hepburn in Funny Face. . .
Beautiful Elizabeth Taylor in the original Father of the Bride. . .
And, as a Southern wedding blog, we simply MUST include Scarlet, y'all. . .
Did we include YOUR favorite wedding gown from the movies? We'd love to hear from you!
Enjoy The Oscars. See y'all back here tomorrow for more wedding wonderfulness. . .
XOXO,
Deborah
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Arkansas Engagement: Felicia + Quinten
Y'all stay warm and safe today! Hopefully Spring is right around the corner!
XOXO,
Anne-Claire
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Arkansas Wedding: Marcussen-Kemp
Wedding Location: The Barn at Twin Oaks Ranch
Photographer: Cottonwood Studios Worldwide
Wedding Planner: Lesleigh Smith
Dress: Lows Bridal
Shoes: TOMS shoes
Hair: Billy, Noggins Salon
Make Up: Melody Skin Care
Flowers: The Barn at Twin Oaks Ranch
Cake: The Cake Place
Bridesmaid Dresses: Proposals
Groom Attire: Paul MorrellXOXO,
Anne-Claire
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Arkansas Engagement: Erica + Ryan
Our first post of the day is short, sweet and undeniably delicious... kind of like our favorite coffee house concoction! Thank you, Whitney Bower Imaging for sharing this wonderfulness with us today. . .
Could they be any cuter?? Love these pics sooo much!
Erica Dierich and Ryan Phillips are getting married April 26, 2014! TWP wishes these cute lovebirds worlds of happiness and joy. God bless.
Again, special thanks to Whitney for sharing her work with us. We're tickled pink each and every single time she does. :) Loooove her!
Enjoy your day, sweets. Make it count!
XOXO,
Deborah
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Arkansas Engagement: Tiffanee + Ryan
We thought another post might shake some of the cold out of this oh so dreary Arkansas day. Check out these sweet engagement portraits by Sterling Imageworks and the day should seem a little less dreary. Worked for us! :)
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If you're unfamiliar with Two Rivers Park you should def take a visit. That yummy pine grove makes a gorgeous back drop (as you can clearly see) and it's smack dab in the middle of Little Rock. One of our favorite places.
Tiffanee Samples and Ryan Miller plan to tie the knot May 10, 2014 at Loft 1023 in Little Rock. Here's to wishing these lovebirds a lifetime of happiness and joy.
Special thanks to Sterling Imageworks for sending over these pics. We love them all!
See y'all tomorrow. Stay warm. (Come on, Spring!!!!!!)
XOXO,
Deborah
If you're unfamiliar with Two Rivers Park you should def take a visit. That yummy pine grove makes a gorgeous back drop (as you can clearly see) and it's smack dab in the middle of Little Rock. One of our favorite places.
Tiffanee Samples and Ryan Miller plan to tie the knot May 10, 2014 at Loft 1023 in Little Rock. Here's to wishing these lovebirds a lifetime of happiness and joy.
Special thanks to Sterling Imageworks for sending over these pics. We love them all!
See y'all tomorrow. Stay warm. (Come on, Spring!!!!!!)
XOXO,
Deborah
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Arkansas Engagement: Sydney + Ryan
Fair warning! You really, really need to go top off your coffee and find yourself a comfy spot. You're going to be here awhile, trust us. We're talkin'P. Allen Smith's Moss Mountain Farm, y'all! We're talkin'Lyndsey Sullivan Photography! We're talkin' gorgeousness! Plain and simple. Behold. . .
Speaking of betting... bet you thought this post couldn't get any better. Wrong! Sydney told us all about the proposal:
"So, first I should tell you that we met on a blind date. Our friends were gracious enough to pick wisely for us! 11 months later (to the day) Ryan surprised me with a trip to San Francisco, CA and life has been a whirlwind ever sense!
On August 21st I was at work completely oblivious to what was about to happen. Around 11am Ryan sent me flowers with a card that read "Call me when you get off at 5:00". I thought, that's sweet, but didn't take it much further. A few hours later I get an email saying "Check in for your 9am flight to San Francisco". My heart immediately began to race. I sent a screen shot of the email to Ryan with 1 question: "Do you have something to tell me?". Over the next few minutes, that felt like an eternity, I waited for his response and started to put the clues together. I just KNEW he was going to propose.
My boss turned into a complete weirdo and denied knowing anything. My mom also denied having any part in this scheme. My friends were clueless. Finally, Ryan calls me back. "We are just taking a fun long-weekend trip before the summer is over. Don't worry, I've made arrangements for you to be off work so everything is fine." We hang up the phone and my mind is going nuts-- is he going to propose? am I over thinking it? why didn't he tell my parents?-- at this point I'm a crazy person.
About 30 minutes later I get a text message from Ryan. He, at length, explains that this is just a fun trip. He will not be proposing to me so I should not get my hopes up. If anyone asks, the answer is no.
Que me being completely bummed out. I didn't text him back.
5:00 comes and I'm a hot mess: will he propose? will he not? I'm kicking myself for the messy bun on top of my head and my lack of attention to the day's outfit. I get to his place and he tells me we are going to get my nails done. MY NAILS... THAT ARE ON MY RING-WEARING FINGERS. So I just know it's coming. But then I wonder if I'm being crazy--he knows I like to get my nails done before vacations (who doesn't?) so maybe that's all there is to it.
The next morning we load the Jeep and head to the airport. I am SO excited and nervous and trying not to over think every word that comes out of his mouth. We get to Denver and discover that we have a 3 hour flight delay. Of course. Shortly after we make it to our hotel in sunny San Francisco. We open the curtains and from a distance can see The Bay. Immediately I said I wanted to go to the water! He said "I have actually made plans to go out on a boat so wear something warm". (Insert public service announcement: It's windy near the bay, if you ever plan to go be sure you dress in layers!). Then, as we are getting ready, he starts to rush me. "We've really got to go, we have reservations and we're late" (because of the flight delay). Now this is a man that NEVER rushes me. Quite honestly it's usually the other way around. So we finally make it out of the door and he's fumbling around, forgetting stuff, we have to back track and it took forever to get to the car.
On the way to this boat Captain John calls to inform us that the whole group of people on the boat are waiting on us. I start to believe him--we really are late. Finally, we park the car, walk to the dock, and there I see Captain John waiting on us, with no one else on his boat. Hm, why would Ryan lie? Then it hits me--this is a private tour!
Over the next hour we sail at sunset through the bay, along side the wind surfers and sail boats, all the way to the Golden Gate Bridge. (Remember the wind? Yes, I'm freezing at this point). We decide to go UNDER the bridge- because who gets to do that??- then we will head back. About the time we make it under the bridge and have taken gobs of pictures I notice Captain John is stalling and Ryan is being really sweet.
The next thing I know, Ryan is on 1 knee, holding the most beautiful ring I've ever seen and my life changed. It happened! Ryan OFFICIALLY wants to marry me and I get to be his forever! Yay!
Now, I'm ready to go to dinner and celebrate with my man! I texted my parents and friends who all confess to being in on the master plan and everyone is overjoyed that he pulled it off (no one more than me of course). Next we go back to the hotel to get ready for dinner and again this man is rushing me. The oddest thing.
We get to the restaurant, park the car, walk through the door and Ryan takes my hand and starts zooming through the restaurant. Keep in mind I'm wearing 5in wedges and can't move that fast! I start to gripe..."Ryan, you can't just walk in. You have to tell the hostess we're here." About that time we turn the corner and there I see my mom, dad, and best friend Caroline. Oh my gosh! I cried for a good 5 minutes. This man has thought of everything! He flew my parents in and Caroline road tripped from LA. That was truly the best day of my life.
We spend the next 3 days sight seeing. We hit our favorite winery in Napa Valley, saw the giant trees in the Muir Woods, and soaked up every minute of the celebration of our engagement. (Can I go back and do it again??)"
:)))) That's a wrap, y'all. Hope you love this post as much as we do!
Sydney West Selman and Joseph Ryan Smith plan to exchange vows June 14, 2014. We promise to do our best to get their wedding pics for y'all! Best wishes to Sydney and Ryan from TWP!
Big GIANT hugs and kisses to one our fave photogs, Lyndsey Sullivan! She made our blog the prettiest blog on the block today! Thanks Lynds! You know how much we love you. :)
Stay warm, sweets. Do your best to make this day count! Till tomorrow. . .
XOXO,
Deborah
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Arkansas Engagement: Natasha + BJ
What a wonderful weekend we have ahead of us! The weather is finally starting to look beautiful and everyone is anticipating Spring! The birds are chirping, the sun is out and weddings are around every corner! Today, we have a sweet engagement to celebrate! Meet Natasha Davis and BJ Franks of Heber Springs, Arkansas! Their e-session with Kim Boyd of Zoe Weddings is absolutely precious and we're sure it'll make your Friday even better!
Natasha and BJ will tie the knot on June 14, 2014 with family and friends watching! We wish them a lifetime of happiness and joy! Special thanks to Zoe Weddings for capturing some sweet photos to share with us!
XOXO,
Anne-Claire
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Happy Wedding Day!!!
What a weekend! The sun is shining bright on these couples and we gain an extra hour of daylight as of tonight! Finally!!! While these sweet couples prepare for an evening that will change their lives forever, we'd like to join in on the fun by wishing them a very Happy Wedding Day!!! May it be absolutely wonderful from beginning to end!
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REBECCA GARISON + TAYLOR DENNISTON
NICOLE STEHLE + TONY YARBERRY
XOXO,
Anne-Claire
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Cathedral Veils
Is there anything more lovely than a timeless cathedral veil?
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This classically beautiful cathedral veil has definitely stood the test of time. There is absolutely nothing more breathtakingly gorgeous than a bride walking down the aisle in one of these creations. But is it for you? Let us know your thoughts!
XOXO,
Deborah
XOXO,
Deborah
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Arkansas Wedding: Bonner-Clark
It's a beautiful day for a white wedding!!! I giggle as I write that out, however, it really is and Spring is definitely right around the corner y'all! Today, The Hudsons Modern Photography brings us the beautiful, white wedding of Lori Bonner and Kris Clark!
Anthony Chapel in Garvan Woodland Gardens is always a magical venue for a romantic ceremony! We also love that they used the Mountain Valley Spring Water building in Downtown Hot Springs, Arkansas for their fun celebratory reception!
Special thanks to Jason Hudson of The Hudson Modern Photography for sharing this wonderful day!
XOXO,
Anne-Claire
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Springtime Happiness!
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Mint, along with the usual suspects-- blush, coral and cream, are super hot colors this Spring! Each of these colors and the gorgeous decor (i.e. floral options and soft, feminine details) that so seamlessly flow with these palettes is just perfect for the sunny, blooming days of Spring! What are your favorite Spring wedding details? We cannot wait to hear!
XOXO,
Anne-Claire
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Arkansas Engagement: Katy + Hector
Welcome to Wednesday, TWPers! Who's in the mood for a lovelier than lovely engagement sesh? Y'all know we are always in the mood for this kind of pretty. Check it. . .
Special thanks to Taylor Howard Photography for sharing their work with us today. We love featuring Taylor and Jenn's work. They are just as sweet as their images are beautiful. Give them a call if you're in the market for lovely! :)
XOXO,
Deborah
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Arkansas engagement: Katy + Hunter
Hey, hey, hey! And welcome to Thursday, y'all! "Clap along if you feel like happiness is the truth!!!" Yes!!! Every teensy tiny, itsy bitsy little thing about today's post makes us HAPPY. Y'all enjoy. . .
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"Clap along if you feel like a room without a roof!!!" Oh, yes! We've known this pretty lady since she was a cute little toddler. We've watched as she's grown into the beautiful God lovin', God fearin' woman you see today. She's a class act just about every which way you can imagine. Hunter, you are one lucky guy! (Scuse our bias.) ;) Congrats, you two! Can't EVEN imagine what He has in store for y'all.
BONUS PICS!!! Here are some behind the scene pics of the proposal. Oh, yes!!!!
From Katy:
"Hunter proposed at the candlelight {Christmas Eve} service, (in front of our entire church!!!)
It was so fun. Both of our families were there, and all of my friends were hiding in the back of the service so I didn't suspect anything. Between Conway and Little Rock, we had 10 candlelight services, so I was pretty familiar with the service by the 8th service! Hunter was closing out the service, and asked me to come on the stage. I knew immediately what he was about to do... then he said a few sweet things, his brother tossed him the ring box from the front row, and he got on one knee and popped the question."
Sweetness!!! Katy Barber and Hunter Bezet will exchange vows March 25, 2014. So. Much. Happy. TWP will do our best to get those wedding pics for y'all! Yay, yay!
Big giant TWP hugs and kisses to Lindsay Koehler of Lindsay K Photography for sharing these fun pics with us! Love, love!
And... just cause we're HAPPY!!!! Click away!
Make your day count, sweets! We only get so many. . .
XOXO,
Deborah
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