If you are a sucker for romance, and a fairytale wedding is something you’ve always dreamed of, then you are going to love Maggie Sottero’s Avery Collection of wedding gowns!

Maggie Sottero’s Avery Collection showcases dreamy, natural aesthetics by blending organic, artful design with fairytale romance. The gowns feature opulent rosettes, ruching, and shimmering embellishments to create a look that is both timeless and enchanting.

Gorgeous sheath and classic fit-and-flare styles appeal to brides with a penchant for whimsy and romance, while vintage-inspired lace, scalloped hemlines, lush trains and frothy layers of lace appliqués add elegance and drama.

Here are five of our personal faves from the Avery Collection:

McKenzie

This stunning gown features sheer lace half-sleeves and a V-back. If you are looking for a dress that is both sensual and glamorous, this is it!

Zalia

We adore the gorgeous lace detail and illusion open back on this design from the Avery Collection. The gown features a three-tiered skirt hemmed in scalloped lace – perfect for the bride who prefers timeless over trendy.

Reynold

The Reynold might just be our favorite dress in this collection. The double illusion train hemmed in shimmering lace motifs makes this dress a knock-out!

Freesia

If you want your dress to match the sparkle in your eyes as you walk down the aisle, we recommend this design from the Avery Collection. With delicate swirls of pearls and Swarovski crystals, this romantic A-line will dazzle your guests. 

Rylie

For the vintage bride, we suggest this exquisite gown featuring gorgeous layers of lace and a sweetheart neckline.

Want to view the entire Avery Collection? Visit Maggie Sottero.

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Planning to pop the question this Valentine’s Day? Here are ten ways to get creative!

Is that special someone a Harry Potter fan? We suggest this hollow book from Virtualdistortion. When opened, you can see “The Unbreakable Vow” chapter, and of course, a ring!

What better way to propose than with these personalized marriage proposal chocolates from DiamondChocolates!

Your new fiancé will treasure this engagement locket from mylavaliere for years to come.

This geometric glass proposal ring box from Waen might be just what you need for the perfect proposal on the most romantic day of the year!

If you’re looking for a fun and unique way to pop the question,try this Will You Marry Me scratch card from phillyandbrit.

This Marry Me light from MagicWoOod is perfect for a Valentine’s day proposal.

Ask the love of your life to marry you with the help of your little one!  You can buy this cute tee from BambiiAndTheFox.

Use this engraved ring box from bespokelaseruk to give a personal and thoughtful touch to your proposal.

How about this chic personalized wooden ring box from OhDierLiving?

Imagine how surprised the love of your life will be when s/he takes a sip of coffee and sees the message on this mug from Letteringbygrg.

*This post contains Etsy affiliate links.

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Everything about Stephanie and Kord’s backyard wedding was personal and meaningful.

The couple tied the knot surrounded by only a handful of their closest friends and family at the home of the bride’s grandmother.

“It was where I grew up; my grandmother raised me. My mother and father were married inside the same house on October 5, 1991,” explains Stephanie, who adds that her mom passed away only six months after getting married.

“Getting ready in the same bathroom she did, having our cake cutting in the same kitchen, all of those things made me feel so much closer to her.”

Stephanie also salvaged pieces of her mom’s wedding dress to add fabric flowers to her bouquet.

Everyone played a special role in bringing the couple’s day to life. Stephanie’s aunt and grandmother helped with many of the planning details, including getting the backyard ready for the event. This involved constructing a handmade wooden altar, creating a handmade fabric backdrop and centerpiece arrangements, as well as hiring an electrician to wire the intricate market lights and chandelier in the backyard. Stephanie’s grandma even baked the wedding cake!

Thanks so much to Paige Nelson from Paige Nelson Photography (she is the bride’s cousin) for sending over this gorgeous wedding!

Stephanie, 29 & Kord, 29

Location: Rocklin, California

Wedding Date: October 8, 2016

Number of Guests: 55

Wedding Cost: $7,000

Wedding Ceremony Location: Grandmother’s backyard.

Wedding Reception Location: Grandmother’s backyard.

Why did you have an intimate wedding? 

We could have had a big wedding, but it didn’t interest either of us. We are both outdoorsy types and all of our family activities are outside, so we knew our wedding needed to be as well. We wanted to have it as low-key and personal as possible.

My biological mother and my adoptive father (I call him Daddy) were married in my grandmother’s living room when I was four years old. Six months later my mother passed away. So getting ready in the same bathroom she did, having our cake cutting in the same kitchen, all of those things made me feel so much closer to her.

What are some the challenges that you faced planning an intimate wedding?

I was pregnant and on bed rest for much of the planning, and Kord works as a tower climber out of town all week. So my grandmother and my aunt took on a lot of the planning. But really, we just had fun with it!

Was it difficult to pare down the guest list?

Our families are spread out all over the country, so we knew a lot of them wouldn’t be able to make it. But it was hard to cut so many of our friends out. We ended up only having two or three friends each, and the rest just family.

Did you have any ‘issues’ with the small guest list from friends and family? If so, how did you address them?

Our ceremony only included our immediate families (parents, grandparents, and siblings). That made for some hurt feelings at first, but when we explained that we wanted a small, private ceremony I think people understood.

What were the highlights of the ceremony?

Kord: “Seeing you walk down the aisle to me!”

Stephanie: “When he read his vows. He had taken so much time and thought to write them. I of course cried!”

What were the highlights of the reception? 

Kord: “That so many of our family members could be there.”

Kord has 3 older brothers and an older sister. It’s hard to get them all in the same place at the same time, but all of them were able to make it! My parents and little brother were able to escape hurricane Matthew in Florida to be there with us.

Stephanie: “Seeing how happy everyone was. It really seemed like everyone was relaxed and having a great time along with Kord and I. And seeing my new husband pull my grandmother onto the dance floor to dance to ‘My Girl’ made my heart soar!”

What was the best thing about having an intimate wedding?

We got to include many people in special ways. My biological father passed away when I was a baby, and we had his little brother Tony officiate the ceremony.

My cousin Christian played an Eddie Vedder song on his guitar as I walked down the aisle.

My grandma made our wedding cake.

What advice do you have for couples who are considering an intimate wedding?

Big elaborate weddings can be great, but they are definitely not for everyone. The idea made me panic. But the moment Kord and I started considering a small wedding, planning became fun.

More than anything else, the day is about the two of you sharing your love. When you let go of the stressors of everything else and focus on that, it makes for an amazing time.

Vendors:

Wedding Gown: The Bridal Box in Roseville California

Groom and Groomsmen: Men’s Warehouse

Bridesmaids: David’s Bridal

Children’s clothing: Carter’s

Flowers: Twiggs in Sacramento

Food: Texas West BBQ in Sacramento

Photography: Paige Nelson Photography

Her ring: Etsy

His ring: Tiffany and Co

Ring box: Etsy

Cake topper: Bride

Rentals: Celebrations in Roseville California

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Today’s dreamy Vancouver styled shoot, photographed by Simply Sweet Photography, is chock full of gorgeous romantic details that are both elegant and rustic. Here’s what Nomo Akisawa from Simply Sweet Photography had to say about the shoot:

“As a wedding planner, I understand that things don’t always go according to plan, so when I have the opportunity to plan a styled shoot, I let my creative side run wild to bring my vision come to life. I love styled shoots for this reason alone! My overall vision for this shoot was a modern yet rustic theme with a vintage barn feel. I wanted to be in a large, open field of tall grass where we could capture its natural beauty but also incorporate other elements. The simplicity of working on a blank canvas and making it into something special with all the little details involved is what makes this unique. The simple desserts, soft glowing candles, floral milk jars, wine barrel and so much more made the shoot not only romantic but also very magical.” 

    
Vendors:

Make Up: Vivian Jun 

Planning & Design: Teresa Tran Events

Dress: Trvuelle

Jewels: Olive & Piper

Flowers: Angela & Gabriel’s Flowers

Decor: Past Pieces

Assistant: A Little Simpler

Model: Corinne Jamie-Lee Clark

Photography: Simply Sweet Photography

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Are you looking for the perfect venue for your Tennessee intimate wedding? Butterfly Hollow in Gordonsville, TN offers a unique and breathtaking setting for your big day. Close to Nashville, but still hidden in the country, the venue offers a secluded and natural setting that is ideal for small guest lists.

The venue offers wedding/elopement packages ranging from a simple ceremony to a dream Nashville Honeymoon. At Butterfly Hollow, the officiant, flowers, wedding cake, pictures, and bed and breakfast accommodations can all be taken care of, which means less stress for you!

It’s not just the wedding at Butterfly Hollow that you’ll remember, it’s the entire experience.

Want more info? Visit Butterfly Hollow.

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