the fairmount bride

Beautiful on a Budget

I couldn't help myself when I saw this wedding over on Style Me Pretty, I had to post about it.  First off, it introduced me to photographer Punam Bean, whose work is stunning!  And second, this remarkably beautiful wedding was put together on a budget of $13,000!  The couple followed the golden rule of figuring what was important for them to have at their wedding, putting more of the budget into those features, and less into details of the day that didn't matter as much.  You can see for yourself in the pictures, they did an amazing job!

I just think that this wedding is gorgeous, and definitely shows that you don't have to have a limitless budget to put together a magnificent day.  You can read more of the bride's thoughts on the day here, and you can also read her reviews on the vendors they used here.

(photos by Punam Bean Photography)

Keeping it Simple

I have just recently discovered photographer Millie Holloman's blog, and I really love her work.  She is extremely talented and has photographed events that I am sure you will be seeing profiled here.  However, I was particularly drawn to a pictures she took of a friend's table set for a dinner party.

 

Its simple sophistication got me thinking about weddings, and cost, and how I am like so many brides who long for all things beautiful, but don't have the budget to support my visions of grandeur.  This table makes me think of good food and wine, celebrating with friends and family, and remembering that the decorating is fun, but the marriage is what counts.  So, I thought this table setting would be inspiring to those who are looking to create simple sophistication, but aren't looking to spend the down payment on their house in the process! 

 

(photo from Millie Holloman)