Nobody can hold a candle to the unbreakable friendship you’ve shared with each of your bridesmaids. It’s a pretty special thing when these ladies stand by your side on the biggest day of your life, so how’s a bride to repay them? In short, you can’t – but you can come pretty darn close with […]

10 Bridesmaid Gifts You’ll Be Thrilled to Give

We believe saying “I do” is the most important part of any Alabama or Georgia wedding day, but who doesn’t love gorgeous flowers, to-die-for details, a delicious cake, knockout band and fabulous décor to enhance the celebration? Let’s face it – you need your vendors, and your vendors need you! With the heightened pressure that […]

Bridal Etiquette Series: Four Ways to Maintain a Great Relationship with Your Vendors

Each December, Pantone Inc., the universal authority on all things color, announces its Color of the Year for the following year. Our team was thrilled to learn that Greenery (or Pantone 15-0343, to be exact) is the pick for 2017! Here’s what Pantone Color Institute has to say about this fun selection: “A refreshing and […]

Newlywed Nest: How to Showcase Pantone’s 2017 Color of the Year (Greenery) in Your Home

It’s our pleasure to introduce our readers to the incredibly talented ladies of Irrelephant Blog. Molly Stilley and Joanna Ballentine, besties and co-entrepreneurs, are experts in styling all things organic, romantic and dreamy. As licensed cosmetologists, they are also masters in creating picture-perfect bridal hair and makeup according to each client’s unique vision. We couldn’t be happier to welcome them to the Invision […]

Local Praise: Molly + Joanna of Irrelephant

January 26 is annually recognized as National Spouse’s Day, a holiday just for letting your better half know how much they are appreciated. While it sounds a lot like Valentine’s Day, the two are quite different.

In Celebration of National Spouse’s Day

There’s nothing we love more than getting glammed up for an Alabama wedding! From makeup to hair to donning a sundress, trendy jumpsuit or ballgown, weddings are the ultimate opportunity to look and feel your best. However, we know the confusion that seems to far too often accompany the dress code – if an invitation […]

Bridal Etiquette Series: Debunking the Wedding Dress Code

Whether you’ve made a New Year’s resolution to get in the best shape of your life or you’re preparing to turn heads on your Alabama wedding day, we’ve compiled a list of our favorite Birmingham fitness studios to help you achieve your goals. With a wide range of offerings, you’re sure to find something you’ll […]

5 Birmingham Fitness Studios to Help You Get Wedding-Ready

  It’s no secret the Magic City has gotten her groove back, and we couldn’t be more proud! Among the host of new eateries, hangouts and venues contributing to the revitalization, one establishment has particularly caught our eye. On the outskirts of Birmingham’s popular Lakeview District stands the newly refurbished Events at Haven, a venue […]

Birmingham Vendor Spotlight: Events at Haven

We have had the most amazing year. We couldn’t send 2016 off without a fun look back and our own little Best Of list. We all wish you the best for 2017. Cheers to all our beautiful brides and grooms! Best Ceremony Venue: Kelly + Kirk, Sacred Heart Basilica; Atlanta, Georgia Straight up ceremony goals, y’all. photo […]

Invision Events: Best of 2016

Nothing could be sweeter than savoring a new life with a new spouse. The first year of marriage is full of firsts, which are also opportunities to capture, soak in and fully appreciate your first milestones as a wedded couple. Whether you were married just in time to enjoy a warm Fourth of July at […]

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