Today, we’re introducing you to a super-talented friend of ours (and, fun fact, Courtney’s college roommate!) who has mastered the art of gift giving – Emily Green of Ophelia Ruth! Emily’s goal is to make it easy for her clients to make someone feel special through the perfect gift, and based on what Emily says […]

Local Praise: Ophelia Ruth + Gift Box Duo Giveaway

It seems like just yesterday I was walking down the aisle to marry the man of my dreams – as an Invision bride – and about begin the adventure of marriage. The memories from that day are still so vivid to me – probably because it’s only been seven months! 🙂 I wouldn’t, by any […]

Newlywed Nest: 7 Things I’ve Learned in 7 Months of Marriage

With Mother’s Day around the corner, we’re thinking of the women who raised us and taught us almost everything we know. Proper etiquette (and Momma) says you should always give a suitable thank you, and there’s no better time to express gratitude and appreciation for all your mother (and future MIL) has done for you […]

Bridal Etiquette Series: Our Favorite Mother-of-the-Bride/Groom Gift Ideas

Let’s face it – there’s no more exciting post-engagement feeling than the thought of shopping for your wedding dress. (Except for maybe the honeymoon.) After all, when else in life are you able to sport a gorgeous, white gown? This week, we’re sharing our favorite spots in the Magic City to find one of our favorite […]

Local Praise: Our Favorite Birmingham Wedding Dress Shops

One of the most enjoyable yet challenging aspects of marriage is sharing personal space with your new husband. Finally, you’re able to go to sleep together, wake up together and share meals together, along with pretty much every other day-to-day activity. Another exciting aspect of joining your lives together is the fun that awaits in […]

Newlywed Nest – Tips for Styling Your Master Bedroom

All the details that go into planning a wedding can often overshadow what comes shortly after…the honeymoon! While your wedding day will undoubtedly be the best day of your life, it can often be equally as draining – physically and emotionally – and there is no better remedy for wedding exhaustion than escaping to a […]

Quick Guide: Packing for Your Honeymoon

There’s nothing better than forming lasting relationships with vendors-turned-amazing-friends, so today, it’s our pleasure to introduce you to our sweet friend Jessica Stalnaker of Empress Stationery! A one-woman show, Jessica does it all – from invitation design to stationery to custom monograms and more. Hot on the heels of launching her 2017 Wedding Collection (SWOON), […]

Local Praise: Jessica of Empress Stationery

You’ve probably heard us say it before: our team is all about details, details, details! And if there’s one element of your wedding planning in which to implement gorgeous, to-die-for details, trust us – it’s your wedding invitation. Your wedding paper suite (including save-the-date cards, your actual invitation, place cards, thank-you notes and more) gives […]

Wedding Paper 101: A Q&A on Invitations, Calligraphy and More

It’s the perfect day to introduce you to our beautiful and brilliant friend, Sarah Ingram! We can’t help but swoon when we see her work, whether it’s her poignant photography, superb styling skills or classic calligraphy. (Watch out – she’s a triple threat!) Her services intermingle well together, cater to clients of all tastes and, […]

Local Praise: Sarah Ingram

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