Inspired by the warm tones of sandstone, the sort you might see whole villages built of in the rolling hills of Tuscany, I am more than a little head over heels with today’s wedding inspiration board! A mix of olive greens and warm neutrals, it is elegant, lush, so on trend yet utterly timeless, and my…

Captured at an historic castle nestled in the hills of Umbria, Italy; today’s inspiration shoot is like something from the pages of a fairytale – it really is! Brimming with romance, every detail is perfect from the lush white and green floral designs, to the watercolor stationery, elegant tablescapes and utterly divine bridal gown…. The…

After last week’s bold and beautiful color palette in celebration of Independence Day, for today’s inspiration board I decided to go a little softer. A southern inspired take on a Summer wedding, complete with Spanish moss, in dusky, neutral shades of tan and green, with just a hint of blush. Understated and elegant, it is a timeless…

I have such a treat for you to kick start this week! If you have been a follower or visitor of Chic Vintage Brides for some time, you may have glimpsed this gorgeous couple’s super sweet Ice-cream Parlour engagement shoot, and today I couldn’t be any more over the moon to be sharing their beautiful big…

I have a romantic treat for you today! In the form of the most lovely garden wedding inspiration board in a pretty palette of soft pink and lush green. I just love these soft shades against lush garden surroundings. Add a splash of palest yellow and a hint of blush, and you have a palette that…

A magnificent country house with sweeping lawns is my idea of venue perfection! Add to it an elegant tablescape, a beautifully ruffled wedding cake and an understated yet chic colour palette, all inspired by heaven and earth, and well, you have today’s gorgeous inspiration shoot from Sharmila Photography and a garden wedding to die for….. To tell us a…

Sometimes an inspiration shoot lands in my inbox that takes my breath away with its beauty (like this one) and sometimes with its creativity (like this one); well today’s incredible shoot from Sue Gallo Designs and Nataschia Wielink floored me with both! With an historic backdrop, the most perfect vintage styling, lush green florals (greenery is such a…

Whenever I see Archetype‘s name appear in my inbox I know we’re in for something special, and I simply can not get enough of today’s romantic vintage butterfly boudoir shoot! In equal parts feminine and sultry, it leaves just the right amount to the imagination and with its understated styling and soft warm light, it shows all that…

I am more than a little bit smitten with today’s Spring wedding inspiration board! The fresh colour palette was inspired by those welcome first buds that let us know warmer days are on their way. Mixed with a splash of gold and a hint of sparkle, it is elegant, lush, utterly timeless and my idea of heaven!….. Photography…

It is beginning to feel a lot like Christmas here! Last night Mr E and I decorated our tree and today I placed our first presents beneath its branches – only 9 more sleeps to go, and I can not wait. Less so for the presents, as for the quiet time with family, relaxing and…

Whilst many of you are looking forward to fall, here in New Zealand Spring has well and truly sprung! And today’s wedding inspiration shoot from We Are Origami and The Bridal Collective, in a palette of neutrals, lush greens and pops of white, and full of soft sunlight, captures the prettiest season of the year at its very…

Not so long ago, finding an eco chic wedding dress was a challenge. But with a rise in couples looking to celebrate their love with a green and eco-conscious wedding, has come an increase in demand for wedding dresses that not only wow the groom but also go some way to saving the world! Allowing creative designers…

Good morning, and how was your weekend? Mine, I spent feeling all inspired by the turning of the leaves in the park and that low, warm sunlight that can only mean one thing – Autumn is on its way! As with my Spring wedding inspiration from a couple of weeks back, I decided to look past…

Happy Christmas Eve everyone  – only 1 more sleep until Christmas!! And to celebrate I have a little Christmas Wedding Inspiration. Last year it was all about the rich ruby red of Cranberry, but this year I have taken the lush colour that abounds even in the whitest Christmas wonderland, that of Emerald Green…… Wreath Source,…

With the clocks going forward this weekend, it’s official, Spring has sprung! I love Spring – mornings filled with warm light, snow slowly receding from the mountains, lambs playing in the fields and trees heavy with beautiful blossom…. all signalling the end of Winter and better than that, Summer is just around the corner! It’s difficult…