Showing posts with label Black. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Black. Show all posts

February 4, 2014

Antique Black and Gold City Hall Wedding

It is official. Emily (today's bride) has the best gown. Gold with a black lace overlay. Oh my.

Emily and John just didn't want to wait anymore so they went to City Hall to tie the knot. And I don't blame them. I love the thrill and feeling of getting married and counting down the days.

Even more special, the couple got married on their 8 year anniversary. This ceremony is intimate, sweet, charming but mostly, unforgettable. Emily and John radiate happiness.

Sometimes it is so nice to see a wedding stripped down to just the words spoken between the couple. No décor. No big guest list. Just perfect.

A big thank you to Robyn Blasi Photography for this one-of-a-kind submission!

{From the photographer}
Emily and John had a lovely ceremony at the Hartford City Hall in Hartford, CT. They are planning a reception for next year, but couldn't wait to be married. They were married on their 8 year anniversary. Emily chose to wear a beautiful gold and black dress instead of a traditional white gown.




















{Vendors} Photographer: Robyn Blasi Photography // Event Venue: Hartford City Hall // Submission: Two Bright Lights

October 24, 2013

All Hallows Eve Party Inspiration

LBP is a pro at featuring weddings but I am so excited to feature something different today. Different is good.

I love a good Halloween costume party. My favorite costumes thus far have been the ones that come together from what I have in my closet like President Barbie, a housewife with rollers in my hair plus a newspaper under my arm or that full sequined shorts suit I have that isn't a costume but just so startling. Yeah, it was in my closet, at the time. I graciously willed it down to another sorority sister so the legacy of a fully red, green, yellow and purple sequined shoulder pad shorts suit can carry on for generations. I do my part y'all.

I love celebrating with friends and today's inspiration is perfect for Halloween. I especially love inspiration that includes dessert. (Says girl who is currently eating a scrumptious lemon square) The Frosted Petticoat, Chinet, Silhouette America and Mia Dee Photography teamed up to create the prettiest all hallows eve party inspiration. It is so fun, festive and party ready!

{From the photographer}
This was a collaborative shoot between The Frosted Petticoat chocolate company and Chinet. The goal was to create an elegant (yet spooky) adult themed Halloween party, using supplies from The Frosted Petticoat and Chinet. Styled by the head sugar designer, Sam, at The Frosted Petticoat, the results were spectacular! The party features three distinct displays: A candy table, a pastry/dessert bookcase, and a drink bar.


{Dessert Bookcase}
The dessert bookcase is the centerpiece of the party. Sitting court atop the sweets is a coconut cake with a lavender flavored white chocolate skull topper by The Frosted Petticoat. Also on the top shelf sits a yummy selection of spicey pumpkin cupcakes with khalua cream cheese frosting, along with The Frosted Petticoat’s famous amaretto flavored white chocolate sugar skull lollipops. The second shelf boasts a gaggle of treats: The Frosted Petticoat’s coffee flavored white chocolate sugar skulls, black & white cookies adorned with The Frosted Petticoat’s mayan chili flavored dark chocolate skeleton cameos, and dark chocolate cannolis. The bottom shelf finishes off the sweet array with raspberry & mint petit-fours, chocolate cream cookies, and The Frosted Petticoat’s Irish Cream flavored white chocolate skeleton bones.















{Drink Bar}
What adult party is complete without a fabulous bar? Utilizing Chinet’s series of plastic cups, wine glasses, and cocktail stemware we were able to put together a ghoulishly delightful drink bar for the guests to enjoy. The bar features a selection of spooky artisanal beers, Californian Pinot Noir, and an Absinthe plus Lime cocktail (the night’s signature drink). Non-drinkers of the group can enjoy a decadent pumpkin spice coffee accented with snickerdoodle donut holes. And for those needing a little salt to counter all the party’s sugar, they’ll find smokehouse almonds and Italian onion bread sticks at the bar.






{Candy Bar}
The candy table welcomes the guests with an array of adult-themed treats to please the senses: Almond coconut truffle bombs, champagne flavored body part gummies, twisted black licorice, candy corn pops, vanilla marshmallow poltergeists, and dark chocolate wafers. In addition, The Frosted Petticoat’s specialty chocolates add a gourmet aspect to the table with a large cookies & cream black chocolate skull and a set of hand painted Day of the Dead bride and groom edible toppers. Lastly, guests can wet their whistle with a gulp of “Poison” (sparkling mineral water). The “All Hallows Eve” sign was created using only a Silhouette machine and Chinet’s paper plates (a great example of how repurposing inexpensive paper goods can easily glam up any party).






{Vendors} Photographer: Mia Dee Photography / Paper Props: Chinet / DIY or Handmade Goods Designer: Silhouette America / Favors and Gifts: The Frosted Petticoat / Submission: Two Bright Lights

August 19, 2013

Black Tie and Plum Houston Wedding

Happy Monday loves! How was your weekend? I hope it was full of fabulous memories. I am excited to make Monday memories. Those memories include today's gorgeous wedding. Smiling couples are always a good thing.

I don't know if I have ever seen a couple as happy as Diana and Luis. Even the guests are beaming and Julie Wilhite Photography did a wonderful job capturing everyone's happiness.

This wedding is magical. There is no other word for how wonderful this wedding truly is. This wedding includes a very charming couple, decor that channels elegance and witty groomsmen. And the first look. Oh boy, is it good! You just cannot beat it y'all!

{From the bride}
We met during the pre-freshman summer program in college, became close friends through college, and remained friends after college because we both were from Houston and would see each other when both in town. Eventually it came out that we'd always had secret feelings for each other. In January 2010, we decided to explore those feelings and started a long distance relationship, which eventually brought us both back home to Houston. We both care a lot about our families, and our parents have similar stories - growing up on farms, immigrating to the US, working hard so we could have better lives, and encouraging us to do well in school, as someday it would pay off. I suppose the wedding represents the culmination of that - celebrating dreams come true, and remembering where we came from.

We're going for classic romance meets modern elegance. The colors are rich aubergine, silver accents, and flowers in pinks, lavender and ivory. We wanted to convey our cultures and backgrounds, with Latin American and Filipino cuisines, and tables named after places important to us and our families. Lush flowers and lots of candle light will help provide the romance. Modern elements include the courtyard ceremony in front of a water wall, purple uplighting and a fun photobooth at the reception, where guests will add pictures to our guest scrapbook.




































































{Vendors} Photographer: Julie Wilhite Photography / Makeup Artist: Adorne Artistry / Bridesmaid Dresses: Enzoani / Bridesmaid Dresses: Houston Bridal Gallery / DJ: LG Entertainment / Tuxedo and Mens Attire: Men's Warehouse / Officiant:Wedding Bells Houston / Floral Designer: Weddings In Bloom / Submission: Two Bright Lights