Call for Submissions: Real Weddings!

Hello lovely readers in Blogland! I am calling on all of you photographers to send me some of your new real wedding photographs. Send me your artsy, your simple, your beautiful, and your best images from real weddings and I will post them on my lovely blog :) Let me help you show off all the hard work you do in the chaotic world of bridezillas!

One of my favorite brides...

Of course I am partial to this bride because she is one of my best friends and will soon find herself walking down an aisle in my wedding. But, I think once you see these awesome pictures from Studio Castillero of her and her new husband, she will be one of your favorite brides too! Simply beautiful!

Etsy Bitsy Monday!

I love Etsy! I find myself searching this fun site for things I don't need on a daily basis. Here are some of my favorite shops this week.

Check out these adorable notepads from CarzooCritters. Possible wedding favors or gifts to keep the little ones busy at the reception.

I love these "eco friendly bird seed favors" from 2 Birds in Love. They would make great favors!

Great gifts for groomsmen @ Bella Moda Artist.

Southern California Snow

Studio Castillero is doing some great things. Their recent post from a trash the dress session in the snow (in San Diego!) captures the natural beauty of the bride in a different kind of southern California setting. These photographs are simply perfect!

Undies for your girlies!

Looking for gifts for your bridesmaids that are a little "outside of the box"? I think these undies from Undies.etsy.com would make the perfect present for your ladies. They are fun and adorable, not to mention comfy. I love these "Whimsical Unmentionables for Sophisticated Ladies." My personal fave are the mustache undies!

Celebrity Fashion Inspiration: Michelle Williams

I love gawking at what stars wear. Celebrity fashion often inspires my own attire, within my budget! Michelle Williams's knockout number seen below, got my attention. This dress is sexy and classy, a difficult feat to accomplish, but she more than pulls it off.  Wouldn't this dress be great for a rehearsal dinner or the wedding after party?

Inspiration Board #3

I am loving these romantic, soft images. Simply beautiful.

Photography credit:  Kristin Vining Photography,  Braedon Photography, Carla Ten Eyck Photography
Inspiration from the blogosphere: Style Me Pretty, Green Wedding Shoes,

How adorable is this bride?

I am loving this post from Rock 'n Roll Bride

The photos by Anna Naphtali Photography perfectly capture how adorable this bride is! I love their style.

Wedding Canvas Art

Another Etsy shop that I absolutely love is GeeZee's. Using your wedding photos and your vows they create wonderful pieces of art for your home. Love them!

Look at their fun, creative work...

Groomsmen Style

Check out this Etsy shop for great hand-screened neckties, scarves, and accessories: toybreaker

Inspiration Board #2

Inspired by my love to travel and my new found obsession with yellow...

Photos found on Style Me Pretty & Green Wedding Shoes

Inspiration Board #1

Calling all brides-to-be!

Hello beautiful, engaged women!

I am absolutely obsessed with love & weddings and I would LOVE the opportunity to help you plan your special day! As I am just beginning to work in the wonderful world of wedding planning, I am willing to give you some HUGE DISCOUNTS to help plan your wedding in any capacity. If you need help creating a wedding look that fits you and your fiance's style (and budget!) or just simply need assistance keeping your wedding day stress-free, I can help!

If you are interested please contact me: laurenmicheleweddings@gmail.com

Things I am loving this week...

This week has been tough. My commute is bugging me and I have been out sick for a few days spending free time in claustrophobic doctors' offices. These things are helping me get through it all.

Red shoe collection


Photography Credit: Open Air Photography, SimplyBloom Photography,

Casey MacKenzie Johnson Photography

Casey and I have been friends for years and I have always adored her fabulous work behind the camera. She has recently made the switch from "friend who always captures your most ridiculous moments on film (or digital media)" to "professional photographer to the (soon-to-be) stars." Check out her amazing work at her website: http://www.caseymackenziephotography.com/ She would love to capture your family or special event. Her work is often in the Bay Area, but she LOVES to travel :)

Vintage Valentines

With Valentine's Day looming in the distant future, I am LOVING vintage valentines like these...

Danny & Marisa: Engagement Shoot

 
Danny & Marisa are adorable. I have had the pleasure of knowing this gorgeous couple since D and I started dating. Being performers, the two of them are obviously captivating and have no trouble showcasing their love in photographs. These pictures are so fun and so real. Absolutely perfect! Photos: Ben Krantz- www.benkrantz.com