I confess to a touch of the green eyed monster when I see brides lucky enough to walk down the aisle in a vintage wedding dress, one perhaps worn by their Mum, Grandma, or even both! I have always loved vintage fashion, the quality and elegance of eras past; but it’s not just the style I envy, it…

It’s Friday, woo hoo and welcome to the weekend! How have you lovelies been spending your week? I have mostly been excitedly planning celebrations for Chic Vintage Bride’s 2nd birthday (more on that later) and wearing lipstick after this Snippets, Whispers & Ribbons, so far so good, I just need to master the art of applying on the go sans…

There are no words for the overwhelming wave of emotion that sweeps over you on your big day as you stand at the top of the aisle and take the first steps towards your soon to be husband. After so much anticipation it is the first chance you and your guests see the culmination of…

There are few people whose name when it appears in my inbox, excites me more than Gwendolynne Burkin‘s! She is a designer whose creations speak to my own heart, drawing inspiration from the decadent days of the Art Nouveau, Art Deco and Aesthetic Movement her designs are always instantly recognisable and absolutely breathtaking. Equally amazing are her catwalk…

I have been looking forward to today (yes, a Monday) all weekend long, for the simple reason that today is the day I get to share the beautiful new collection from Erica Elizabeth Designs….. It is fair to say I have been admiring Erica Elizabeth Designs for some time (it was her lovely lace headpiece that featured in my Deco…

I have been home alone this week with Mr E paying a fleeting visit to the other side of the world for his best friend’s wedding….which will be happening right now as I am typing this 🙂 I can not tell you how much it pains me to miss a wedding, as well as a week with…

What better way to say hello to a new week than with a positively swanky new collection from one of Chic Vintage Brides faves PLUS the chance to win $200 off in their Etsy store! I couldn’t be more excited to be sharing with you Petite Lumiere‘s latest collection ‘Party at Gatsby’s‘…… I positively adore the…

Hip hip hooray, that’s the weekend you glimpse out of the corner of your eye ladies! If you have a weekend of wedding planning ahead of you, there is no better way to get started and get those creative juices flowing than with this week’s Snippets, Whispers & Ribbons. My Top 5 posts from this week’s wedding blogs has…

After yesterday’s gorgeous bridal inspiration shoot featuring those Beatrice Couture Designs accessories and pastel pink wedding dresses from Lazaro, I have yet more pretty bridal inspiration for you today (can you ever get too much pretty?) Chic Vintage Brides favourite Paperswan Bride has been spoiling Wellington brides-to-be with their gorgeous collection of designer wedding dresses since opening…

I have just the prettiest post to start the week, perfect for turning any Monday frowns upside down. This romantic bridal inspiration shoot from Millay & Young Photography features the most gorgeous accessories from Beatrice Couture Designs, which compliment the fairytale tulle bridal gowns from Lazaro and Kelima K so perfectly they almost seem made for each other. (Yes,…

Happy Friday peeps! That’s right, you have made it to another weekend – time to shake off those work woes, sit back and take in some wedding loveliness! With this week’s Snippet, Whispers & Ribbons I have tried to take you through each major milestone of wedding planning, from engagement to wedding! 1. Starting with this Sea…

Happy Monday lovelies! Now do I have just the thing to kiss those post weekend blues goodbye and welcome in a brand new week….. This elegant inspiration shoot from the fabulous Laura Murray Photography exudes romance and old world charm! Set in the grand mansion and lush European gardens of the gorgeous Castle Cliff Estate with flowers…