Preppy West Virginia Wedding at The Greenbrier :: Laura & Cory

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The Greenbrier in West Virginia made such a bold and beautiful backdrop for Laura and Cory’s August nuptials. With elegant details and timeless Southern style (including a gorgeous invitation suite and a totally scrumptious “cheese cake”) – this wedding is sure to inspire.

Photography by Eric Kelley. 

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What was the best advice you received as a bride?  Many friends advised us to put the most thought and expense towards a photographer. Our pictures are incredible – I am so glad we listened! Having a stunning record of the day and all the loved ones that gathered to celebrate you is truly priceless.

What advice do you have for other brides? To relax and go with the flow, no matter what happens – and to pause and take mental snapshots throughout the day!

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The Ceremony

“We wanted a traditional wedding ceremony that still felt casual and friendly. We fell in love with the beautiful but simple country look and feel of St. Thomas’ Episcopal Church in White Sulphur Springs.”

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Your ceremony in three words. Playful, traditional and simple.

How did you go about planning your ceremony? We had a traditional Episcopal wedding ceremony. We liked the idea of reciting the same vows as so many before us.

Who officiated your ceremony? How did you choose him/her? Father Chris Thompson, of St. Thomas Episcopal. We discovered the gorgeous church, just steps away from The Greenbrier, on a planning visit the September before our wedding. We knocked on the office tour to inquire about ceremony availability, and met Father Chris. We loved his kind, warm manner and felt at ease with him right away.

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What was your ceremony music? Processional: Edelweiss, from Sound of Music. I wanted to walk down the aisle to this song with my father because it is his favorite song from his favorite movie, the Sound of Music. It was the only lullaby he sang to me as a child! // Recessional: Country Roads by John Denver. This is the unofficial state song of West Virginia and a favorite of my husband, who grew up in nearby Bluefield, WV. We also closed our reception with a much rowdier version!

What were your ceremony readings? Old Testament Lesson: Song of Solomon 2:10-13. Psalm 128, and New Testament Lesson: Colossians 3:12-17.

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The Reception

“We wanted an luxurious, singular, yet rustic and comfortable feel. We loved the ‘off-property’ ambiance of Howard’s Creek Lodge, which is immersed in the gorgeous scenery of the Greenbrier grounds, but still incorporates all the quality and service of the hotel’s ballrooms.”

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How would you describe your reception? Elegant country!

What inspired you when you were planning your wedding? Everything we love about West Virginia: wildflowers, bluegrass, country music, whiskey and southern food. We wanted our guests to feel pampered and also free to let loose!

Are there any DIY details you’d like to tell us about? A figurine of our Italian greyhound, Indy, served as the cake topper!

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What was your wedding menu? Low Country Boil and Fried Chicken and Waffles, with Cheddar Cheese Grits and Collard Greens. During cocktail hour, we served fried oysters and had a custom wedding cake made of cheese!

What type of cake or dessert did you serve? Vanilla Crisp Wedding Cake, Sugared Donuts, Greenbrier Peaches and Cream and Dark Chocolate Pot de Crème.

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Now that’s our kind of cheesecake!

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Special songs:
“Whatever It Is” by Zac Brown Band
Father/Daughter: “My Girl” by the Temptations
Mother/Son: “In My Life” by The Beatles

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What was your favorite moment or part of the reception? When the father and brothers of the bride took the stage at the reception to play Michael Jackson’s “Beat it” alongside the band! Our dear friend Mandy, who has a phenomenal voice, leaped on stage to hit the high notes. The crowd went wild!

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astoundingly Exclusive Spyre sculpture luminaire 2016

Ingo maurer translated spyre sculpture as a functional lamp Ron Arad , today in space decorating ideas we highlight Spyre sculpture of Lamp , The Spyre is a unique lamp, designed by Ron Arad for Ingo Maurer, and limited to 50 numbered copies. The concept originates and by a more substantial Spyre influenced sculpture. The lamp consists of five segments which can be rotated and set to direct the light. It is outfitted with a warm LED technological innovation and an integrated on / off sensor.

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Ingo maurer has announced the launch of “spyre”, Edition a restricted lamp developed by Ron Arad. the notion for the light of a bigger sculpture is derived, for the Annenberg Court as component of the Royal Academy of Arts ‘ summer season exhibition 2016. the original ‘ spyre ‘ sculpture designed Arad is a 16 metre-substantial construction produced of climate-resistant steel that hides its internal mechanisms. every single section moves at different speeds, to make certain, that the unpredictable attitudes of the set up are by no means repeated. a camera is positioned at the leading of the framework, on the façade of the Royal Academy live recordings on a display channel.

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“The Spyre started when I had to do a piece for a spot in a city, where the sculpture would be noticed from virtually anywhere, since it huge and Tower-like, but I desired to see all the city and also the sculpture to enjoy their position all around him, so the result was an articulated tower with a camera at the leading.” In the segment amongst each and every section was a best tilted circle – due to the fact the circles be oval the vertical part of the pillars are inclined. All this implies that there is always a steady flowing, unbroken band from the base to the tip, irrespective of acrobatic movement of 4 engines every single with various speeds set up by. The reality that every single ‘kink’ with a diverse pace implies moves that the Spyre items are by no means equal. Later on, it was made the decision that the best area for the Spyre would displayed not in 1 location, loved views of the city, but blocked on the contrary, in a courtyard – yet again the sculpture will be deemed, but the sculpture will have a whole lot to see ground – the walls of the courtyard, the motion of individuals, and so forth. -It is not boring…

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In the style of Spyre of the development we some models in the Studio magnet in the joints have – “they would make wonderful desk lamps – let us do some. No, let’s not, Ingo, please, do it. He knows so a lot much more about lights for us. “Luckily Ingo response was immediately enthusiastic. We exchanged geometries with Ingo and his staff, and we had a meeting in Milan, exactly where we saw a extremely extraordinary proto-variety of light. It’s fantastic that the magnetic connections held Ingo, and excellent, that it is a beautiful warm light, which all over the place pointed out can upwards, to themselves, and so forth.
The sculpture does not ‘see’ now, but it sheds some light on issues. Humorous factor is, the very first two for the summer season exhibition of the Royal Academy shipped and they are significantly less than one hundred metres from the large. ”

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the layout authentic of the same kinetic factors this kind of as Arad’s is ingo maurer lamp consists of 5 segments, which can be turned on and set to direct luminance. the light is equipped with LED engineering and an integrated on / off sensor. the lamp is produced in a constrained edition of 50 pieces and is now at the Royal Academy keep to obtain available. ‘Spyre’ will run in the London Ben Brown Fine Arts Gallery, to see as portion of a new exhibition from June 22-15 September 2016.

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“I come to feel honored, approached by my great pal Ron Arad has been a practical object to translate its iconic design for spyre”, says ingo maurer. “In reality, it was a challenge, the technical remedies, to find out, but we have been extremely inspired by his exclusive lighting design and style. work with Ron’s idea, we turned to hold magnetic connections in between the five joints of motion and versatility in the form. ”

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in the procedure of the spyre we create some models in the Studio with magnets in the joints manufactured “, adds Ron Arad.” We speedily recognized the concept would make excellent desk lights. I instantly considered of ingo and knew that his know-how and encounter with light, to comprehend this vision, would be capable of. “

YSL Scandal Fall 2016 Makeup Collection

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Inspired Monsieur Saint Laurent’s boldest runway collection ever, the YSL Scandal fall 2016 makeup line is equally daring, packed with fall-ready rich colors and textures. The collection campaign features Cara Delevingne, who perfectly channels the scandalous and rebellious spirit of the products. Set to become internationally available for purchase at Nordstrom, Neiman Marcus and Bergdorf Goodman in September 2016, the limited edition collection is a tribute to the edgy femininity and boldness of the designer’s iconic creations.

YSL Scandal Fall 2016 Makeup Collection

What we need in fall fashion and beauty wise is a dose of bright and bold colors that will make the cold season’s gloom instantly vanish. The beauticians at Yves Saint Laurent know this perfectly well; therefore they have launched the most audacious makeup line for the season, bringing in bold reds, rich emerald greens and plums. Below, discover every product featured in this line and start updating your beauty kit for fall in advance!

YSL Scandal Couture Palette ($ 60.00) (Limited Edition)

Comprising 5 irresistibly rich and feminine shades – olive green, pink-ish taupe, shimmering golden bronze, sparkling rich burgundy and deep bluish teal – this eyeshadow couture palette is the queen of the line. Its ultra-sleek golden case featuring a deep green leather and a laser-cut design, is equally edgy and opulent, also housing two applicators that will make the blending process much more pleasant.

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YSL Scandal Full Metal Shadow ($ 30.00) (Limited Edition)

Liquid lipsticks with a matte effect are all the rage now, so why not launch liquid eyeshadows with the same matte texture? This highly pigmented eyeshadow is an innovative product, formulated with 40% water that provides a cooling effect and an intense color payoff. Thanks to the easy-to-use applicator, you can create graphic eye looks or use the product as eyeliner.

• 13 Velvet Beige – light brown
• 14 Fur Green – dark green
• 16 Suede Plum – brown plum

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YSL Scandal Eye Marker ($ 34.00)

Available in an intense black color and featuring an ultra-precision tip with a flat surface on the sides, this eyeliner is so easy to use if you want to draw flawless, thin lines, or are striving to create bolder looks with thicker lines. The eyeliner provides a rich color and doesn’t crease or run throughout the day.

YSL Scandal Rouge Pur Couture The Mats ($ 37.00)

Whether you prefer liquid lipsticks or classic ones, you are definitely looking for the best matte lipsticks out there, since lip products with such a texture are having a big moment in the beauty industry now. The YSL Scandal fall 2016 makeup collection introduces the perfect shade of red with a matte texture for you, whether you love one with an orange undertone or give preference to deep burgundy reds.

• 211 Decadent Pink – coral pink
• 212 Alternative Plum – plum
• 213 Orange Seventies – orange

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YSL Scandal Baby Doll Kiss & Blush ($ 40.00)

Looking for the best 2-in-1 product for your lips and cheeks out there? Look no further! YSL’s Baby Doll Kiss & Blush product comes to delicately highlight your lips and cheeks with a matte finish.

• 18 Rose Provocant – pink
• 19 Corail Sulfureux – coral

YSL Scandal Volupte Tint-in-Oil ($ 32.00) (Limited Edition)

This is a revolutionary product from the brand, which is formulated with deep conditioning oils (apricot kernel oil, coriander fruit oil, jojoba seed oil, and passiflora edulis seed oil) that come to provide a good hydration to your lips. The lip tint also boasts a lightweight texture, which coats the lips with a rich color and instantly melts without feeling sticky.

• 9 Make Me Nude – nude golden peach
• 10 Kiss Me Red – red

YSL Scandal Fall 2016 Makeup Collection

YSL Scandal La Laque Couture ($ 27.00)

Lastly, the collection also brings in two autumn-ready nail polish colors, which will turn your fingertips into the most vibrant accessories for your fall outfits.

• 76 Fur Green – blackened green
• 77 Vintage Plum – dark plum

YSL Scandal Fall 2016 Makeup Collection

Photos courtesy of YSL

Asal and Hamed’s wedding at Legion of Honor

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Amal and Hamed’s San Fransisco wedding at the, always-breathtaking, Legion of Honor is one for the books. The details of the event designed by Kaella Lynn Events  are elegant and timeless—like the abundant ceremony florals and greens by Mandy Scott Flowers. Something we really love, though, is the way the couple wove their Persian heritage throughout their day like the bridesmaids carrying Sofreh items in place of bouquets. The family even shipped in a traditional Persian rug for the ceremony isle! Check out all these details and more in these lovely images from the talented Jake and Necia Photography team.

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What made the wedding special and unique?

Asal and Hamed’s wedding was stylish, romantic, soulful even, and full of personal details that make it truly unique. To honor the couple’s Persian heritage, the bridesmaids carried traditional Sofreh items down the aisle instead of bouquets. The family shipped out their traditional Persian runner to line the ceremony. The groom, Hamed, played his bride down the aisle on the Grand Piano and guests were serenaded by a surprise Gospel Choir during dinner.

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Tell us how you met and became engaged.

They first met the 18th of May, 2013. Hamed was a hopeful, but uninvited guest, at Asal’s birthday party. Hamed persevered and after 3 months and multiple attempts, Asal finally agreed to join him for a cup of tea. Hamed took Asal to Maison Bertaux, the oldest and most romantic cafe in London, where they shared tea and chatted for hours. Dinner time came and they continued at a nearby Italian Restaurant. This was the start of something wonderful. Hamed won Asal’s heart very quickly. She even told her dad she had found “the one” after that first date.

The following year on the 18th of May, Hamed got down on one knee at London’s Heathrow Airport and presented Asal the most delicious bag of artisan marshmallows… and, of course, a ring too.

Hamed had promised Asal’s parents they would wait to be married until she finished writing her PhD. And while he waited, he wrote a very special piece of music to play as his bride walked down the aisle at their wedding.

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Photographer: Jake and Necia Photography // Wedding Planner and Designer: Kaella of Kaella Lynn Events // Florist: Mandy Scott Flowers // Invitations and signage: Brown Fox Calligraphy // Venue: Legion of Honor // Caterer: Betty Zlatchin Catering // Makeup and Hair: Melissa Hoffman Beauty // Linens: La Tavola Fine Linen // Rentals: Classic Party Rentals and Designer 8 // Lighting: Got Light // Specialty Glassware: Frances Lane // DJ: Denon & Doyle Entertainment // Piano and Gospel Signers: Entire Productions // Videographer: JMarc Media

Our Favorite Laser Cut Heels

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laser cut shoes for your wedding

It’s #TuesdayShoesday again, and this time we’re rounding up our favorite shoes with laser cut details – so perfect for weddings, parties, and everyday! We love how laser cut heels can add a fun touch of style to an effortless, simple dress or outfit and, below, you’ll find plenty of style options to choose from (think shoe-ties, pumps, wedges +stilletos). We’re pretty sure you’re going to love a bunch that made our list, so without further ado, let’s check them out…

Clockwise from left: Kurt Geiger Horatio Gold Laser Cut Ghillie Heeled Sandals // Salvatore Ferragamo Carla Laser-Cut Bow Pump // Juene Laser Cut Flat Sandal // Beige Suedette Laser Cut Lace Up Heels // Mallorca Laser Cutout Sandal

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Clockwise from left: Alice + Olivia Dina Laser Cut Pumps // Canbury Laser-Cut Leather Sandal // Marchesa Margaret Sandals // Klub Nico Mirelle Cutout Bootie

laser cut shoes for your wedding

Clockwise from left: Empire Cutout Bootie // Laser Cut Strappy Heeled Sandal Nude // Marchesa Edith Cutout Sandals // Kingston Ankle Strap Wedge Sandal // Marchesa Jessica Cutout Sandals

Okay, now for the fun part! Which pair of laser cut shoes is YOUR fave? Tell us in the comments below and have a fab #TuesdayShoesday, guys!

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