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Everyday Wedding by Crystal George Studios – Brad & Courtney

I adore exploring the globe, so this travel themed wedding by Crystal George Studios definitely caught my eye! From fun folded maps to a creative cake, this affair has lots of details to draw from. Here is what Crystal herself had to say…

Some people buy engagement rings when they devote themselves to each other. Other people buy small aircraft. Courtney & Brad were both medical students entering their residencies when they met, and Brad has now almost finished his residency in Pediatrics and is a doctor! Both super smart. Super dedicated.

But miles separated them from each other, and so when they decided this love was for life they purchased a small airplane, instead of a ring, to see each other. In celebration of this symbol of their commitment the wedding was decorated with small flight maps from places they had visited together folded into hearts and paper airplanes.  SO CUTE.

Enjoy!

Crystal George Studios Travel Themed Wedding

Crystal George Studios Travel Themed Wedding

Crystal George Studios Travel Themed Wedding

Crystal George Studios Travel Themed Wedding

Crystal George Studios Travel Themed Wedding

Crystal George Studios Travel Themed Wedding

Crystal George Studios Travel Themed Wedding

Crystal George Studios Travel Themed Wedding

Crystal George Studios Travel Themed Wedding

Crystal George Studios Travel Themed Wedding

Crystal George Studios Travel Themed Wedding

Crystal George Studios Travel Themed Wedding

Crystal George Studios Travel Themed Wedding

Crystal George Studios Travel Themed Wedding

Crystal George Studios Travel Themed Wedding

Crystal George Studios Travel Themed Wedding

Crystal George Studios Travel Themed Wedding

Crystal George Studios Travel Themed Wedding

Crystal George Studios Travel Themed Wedding

Crystal George Studios Travel Themed Wedding

Crystal George Studios Travel Themed Wedding

Crystal George Studios Travel Themed Wedding

Crystal George Studios Travel Themed Wedding

Crystal George Studios Travel Themed Wedding

Crystal George Studios Travel Themed Wedding

Crystal George Studios Travel Themed Wedding

Crystal George Studios Travel Themed Wedding

Crystal George Studios Travel Themed Wedding

Crystal George Studios Travel Themed Wedding

Crystal George Studios Travel Themed Wedding

Ceremony & Tea Party:  The Gardens at UVA

Reception:  The McGuffy Art Center, Charlottesville VA

Bride’s Gown:  Pnina Tornai, Courtesy of Church Street Bridal, Lynchburg VA

Hair & Makeup: Emily Garbee Harris of Bodyworks Day Spa & Salon

Jelly & Jam Favors:  Handmade by Mother of the Bride

Florals:  Sugar Magnolias for ceremony, Reception florals by Mother & Sisters of Bride

DJ:  Thomas St. Clair Dean

Everyday E-session by Love in Focus – Mo & Emily

Warmer weather is finally here (yay!), and today I have some inspiration for you to possibly head out to our local trails and parks for your engagement session. Mo and Emily hail from England and had their engagement session in Bristol, but when I saw these photos, I immediately was taken to our own beautiful Virginia trails… it is amazing to me how similar the scenery is to ours. I hope that you enjoy the uniqueness of this couple as you see their love unfold through the images by Love in Focus.

Love in Focus England Engagement Session

Love in Focus England Engagement Session

Love in Focus England Engagement Session

Love in Focus England Engagement Session

Love in Focus England Engagement Session

Love in Focus England Engagement Session

Love in Focus England Engagement Session

Love in Focus England Engagement Session

Love in Focus England Engagement Session

Love in Focus England Engagement Session

Love in Focus England Engagement Session

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Craving more engagement inspiration? Just click here to see another lovely couple in love.

Everyday Editorial – The Three Little Kittens – Playing and Washing

Our theme for our 2103 issue of clutch, the bride’s guide to have and to hold was “the day a little girl dreams about”, and our photo shoots all centered around this theme. Our Three Little Kittens shoot is just that. If you missed the first part of this shoot (the tea party!), be sure to click here to see.

Modern flower girls are cuter than ever with all of the dress and styling choices. Here we present our rendition of the Three Little Kittens showcasing hair, makeup and dress selections for today’s little girls.

Based on the popular children’s poem, our three little kittens love to laugh and play together, which sometimes gathers them into trouble. From an elegant tea party complete with pie to playing with yarn, these kittens had a fun day, which ended with washing their mittens and masquerading in a photo booth made just for them.

Lovely vintage mittens were worn by kittens whose tea party was nigh, from mason jars of milk to pitchers of tea, their festivities included fruit pie.

The celebration ensued, they ate their food, and then set out to play. With balls of yarn being tossed in the air, they laughed and frolicked all day.

The kittens were spoiled, but when their mittens were soiled, they then began to cry. Through bubbles and scrubbing and rub-a-dub-dubbing they were finally hung out to dry.

When mother found out, they gave such a pout, but the kittens told her the truth. They shouted with glee for she loved those three and rewarded them with a kitty photo booth.

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Here is the traditional Three Little Kittens poem along with our vendor credits. Enjoy!

Three little kittens, they lost their mittens, and they began to cry, “Oh mother dear, we sadly fear that we have lost our mittens.” “What! Lost your mittens, you naughty kittens! Then you shall have no pie.” “Meow, meow, meow.” “Now you shall have no pie.”

The three little kittens, they found their mittens, and they began to cry, “Oh mother dear, see here, see here, for we have found our mittens.” “Put on your mittens, you silly kittens, and you shall have some pie.” “Purr, purr, purr, oh let us have some pie.”

The three little kittens put on their mittens, and soon ate up the pie, “Oh mother dear, we greatly fear that we have soiled our mittens.” “What! Soiled your mittens, you naughty kittens!” They began to sigh, “Meow, meow, meow”. Then they began to sigh.

The three little kittens, they washed their mittens, and hung them out to dry, “Oh mother dear, do you not hear, that we have washed our mittens?” “What, washed your mittens, you are good kittens, but I smell a rat close by.” “Meow, meow, meow, we smell a rat close by.” ~Mother Goose Nursery Rhyme

Art Director – Jennifer Prince

Photographer/Set Stylist – Crystal George of Crystal George Studios

Hair/Makeup – Emily Garbee Harris of Bodyworks Day Spa & Salon

Flower Girl Dresses – Church Street Bridal

Venue – Sierra Vista, Forest VA

Mini Pies – Jennifer England of La Bella Torta

Again, don’t forget to take a peek at the tea party for our kittens by clicking here.

RS Exclusive Ribbon Cutting

Virginia has a way to feel like it has a sense of community. People seem to be more into supporting their local businesses, and fellow business owners are supporting each other. Such is the case with RS Exclusive‘s Ribbon Cutting and Open House.

Sandra, Rachel and the rest of the RS Exclusive Staff opened the doors of their space (very beautiful, and perfect for a shower or party!) to welcome those who wanted to celebrate with them. Friends, family and supporters came in droves to taste, sample and see all that RS Exclusive has to offer. It was a wonderful time for all as you will see below!

Guests were greeted with lovely music both inside their space and out, and their dedication was heartfelt. From flowers and decor to coordination, planning and so much more, RS Exclusive can do so much to help you plan your wedding or event. Enjoy your sneak peek into all that RS can do, and the photos are by Stone Blue Productions.

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Many congratulations go out to the entire RS Exclusive team. They are a group of sweet ladies who have a passion for people and a flair for creativity. To see more of their work, just click here.

Brooch Bouquets

Brooch bouquets are such a unique way for brides to have a different kind of arrangement. Whether a bride finds a local artisan to construct a bouquet out of items found from estate sales or their grandmother’s favorite treasures, these kinds of florals create keepsakes for years to come.

In garnering photos for our 2013 edition of clutch, the bride’s guide have and to hold, we came across several brooch bouquet shots that we just couldn’t pass up. Let this collection of pins and baubles inspire you.

photos by Crystal George Studios

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photos by Stone Blue Productions

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photo by KD Burke Photography

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Craving more non-floral bouquet inspiration? Just be sure to click here for a plethora of ideas!