Fragrant, delicate, feminine, and even grown locally, a beautiful bloom for your Santa Barbara wedding. Photos clockwise: myweddingflowerideas.co.uk, theBridesCafe.com, theknot.com

Love is like a beautiful flower which I may not touch, but whose fragrance makes the garden a place of delight just the same. -Helen Keller Photos by Elizabeth Messina

Danielle & Nick Firestone Vineyard Wedding Coordinator: Tonya Szele, Soigne Productions Florist: Tricia Fountain Photographer: Kristen Beinke Table Numbers: Lazaro Press

This miniature masterpiece was created by Cindy Black of MmmCake

Choosing the perfect dress goes hand in hand with choosing the perfect location. Your dress should reflect the feeling of where you decide to say ‘I Do’. The secret is to match style to style without losing your own personal identity. Stay true to your taste and ensure your dress works with your body type. [...]

Georgia & Nate Private Estate, Montecito Photography: Jose Villa Event Planner: Duet Weddings Floral Design: Modern Day Design

I love thee, I love but thee with a love that shall not die till the sun grows cold and the stars grow old… –Bayard Taylor Photo by Elizabeth Messina

Fredericka & Eric Venue: Four Seasons Biltmore Resort Photographer: Melissa Musgrove Event Planner: Rebecca Gigandet, Imagine Weddings and Special Events Rentals: Classic Party Rentals, La Tavola Linens, and Cort Furniture Make-up: Shannon Jordon Music: Anthony Ybarra Flowers: Friend of Groom’s Family

Today’s DIY starts with this adorable table top chair from Pottery Barn. These chairs actually come in a set of 3 and are the perfect size (about 11-12.5′tall) to adorn a seating card table and add a touch of humor and whimsy.  You could use them to hold a beautiful sign as pictured below or weave [...]

As I was strolling my daughter through the farmer’s market this weekend, I stopped to sample some of the amazing cherries that the Summer sunshine has brought in abundance.  As I offered my daughter her very first taste of this seasonal treat, crimson juices dribbled down my hands and smeared her delighted face, as she [...]