Today’s styled shoot, styled by Lauren Emerson and captured by GenelLynne Photography, is all about romance!

From the delightful French macarons and chocolates – to the beautiful petal gown and breathtaking florals- there is so much to love about this Nashville, TN shoot.

Go ahead and take a look. We promise that you’ll be dazzled!

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Photography: GenelLynne Photography

Dress Shop: The Dress Theory 

Dress Designer: Petal Gown by Theia 

Flowers, Design & Styling: Lauren Emerson Events & Design 

Macarons:  Le Macaron Nashville

Venue: Private Residence

Calligraphy/Paper Goods: Sarah Ingram  

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Nothing says timeless quite like a lace wedding dress. Lace embellished gowns have always been a symbol of class and beauty – and they’ve never gone out of style.

Today, we’ve listed 10 of our favorite lace wedding gowns from Etsy. We hope you’ll love just as much as we do!

Bohemian weddings are all the rage, but the perfect dress for the occasion can be hard to find. Thankfully, AnyaDionne‘s breathtaking lace wedding dress is the perfect example of a classic gown fit for the nature-loving bride.

If you’re more the adventurous type, then this 3D lace gown by AnnaSkoblikova is the perfect place to start. The lace design flares beautifully from this form fitting gown, making us swoon at first sight.

Perfect for the American sweetheart, this elegant dress by NeverMISSagain says princess in the front, but daring in the back. With the beautiful jeweled belt, you don’t have to miss out on having a little bit of glitz too.

For a vintage vibe, this long sleeved lace design by RoseleinRarities is perfect. With its heavily detailed train and those 1950’s vibes, you can’t go wrong.

Classy and elegant, this slim fitting lace wedding dress by ACreativeAtelier is everything we’ve ever dreamed of. The long sleeves, high bateau neck line, and the lace covered bodice makes this dress perfect for a church wedding.

For another modest option, this short sleeved lace embroidered gown by Ieie is a great choice. The many layers of lace add texture and wow-factor to this already stunning dress.

For another vintage style, this long sleeved lace dress by Mimetik is perfect. The high lace neck line paired with the straight across cut of the dress creates a stunning vintage look.

Form fitting and intricate, this detailed lace wedding dress by  Graceloveslace is a masterpiece. The off the shoulder sleeves and crinoline skirt make this dress seem as though it danced straight out of a Disney film.

The thick lace work on this dress is absolutely amazing. We are completely in love with this lace gown by PolinaIvanova. The incredible fit of this dress will have all eyes on you.

Lastly, this gorgeous two piece wedding dress by AnyaDionne is what dreams are made of. We love the modern two-piece trend to begin with, but pair that with a stunning lace pattern, and we’re sold.

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The opal represents unity and change, which makes it a great and meaningful diamond replacement. In fact, it is known to be called the “stone of love”, so it truly is the perfect representation of marriage.

With many to choose from, here are 10 of our favorite opal rings from Etsy.

We love the simplicity of this dainty 14k gold opal ring by Fondeur.

This handmade ring by Luxuring highlighting an infinity knot and a 4mm opal is so gorgeous!

We love the classic vintage diamond setting of this diamond trimmed ring by AndersonBeattie.

If you’d rather opt out of the diamonds, then you’ll love this simple opal gemstone ring by Studio1040.

If you’re looking for a ring that embodies vintage jewelry, we suggest this simple braided opal ring by Studio1980.

Another option by Studio1040, this round opal ring features a beautiful display of tiny diamonds around the setting.

For a raw gold look, you’ll fall in love with this 18k gold dipped opal ring by shtaim.

Dainty and bohemian, this triangular crowned opal ring by MinimalVS is absolutely to die for.

The intricate design of this nature-inspired opal ring by MSJewelers is perfect for a vintage-loving boho bride.

Finally, this large, gold-rimmed opal ring by stonesandgold gives this design the perfect vintage look to wrap up our list.

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We believe that your wedding day should be the most romantic day of your life. While that can mean a lot of different things for different people, for Darlene and Eric, it meant escaping to Rome for the destination wedding of their dreams. Not wanting to burden their family and friends with the cost and the logistics of traveling overseas, the couple eloped. They skipped the reception in Rome, focusing instead on the ceremony, the intimacy of their vows, and capturing – with the help of their talented photographer Tala – all the romance and the memories of their special day.

Darlene, 30 & Eric, 31

Location: Rome, Italy

Wedding Date: August 21, 2015

Number of Guests: 2

Wedding Cost: ~$5,000

Wedding Ceremony Location: Rome, Italy

Wedding Reception Location: We chose not to have a wedding reception.  Instead, we placed our emphasis on the ceremony and our wedding photography.

Why did you have an intimate wedding?

We were mainly interested in planning a destination wedding because of the romance, the excitement, and the memories that we knew we would cherish for a lifetime.

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

Some of the challenges included figuring out how to offer some convenience for our families and guests, as well as figuring out certain wedding costs.  We had to challenge ourselves to think outside the box in order to accomplish some of our wishes, and we had to remember to keep in mind what was most important to us.

Was it difficult to pare down the guest list?

This was the biggest challenge we faced. We are very close to our family and friends, and with the beauty and romance of Rome being thousands of miles away (we live in Los Angeles, CA), it would have been extremely difficult to ask our family and friends to attend without placing a tremendous burden on them. As a result, we chose to also have a wedding ceremony at home so that we can celebrate this special occasion with our friends and family.

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

Yes, we realized early on that it would have been extremely difficult to ask our family and friends to attend a destination wedding without placing a tremendous burden on them.  As a result, we planned multiple wedding ceremonies.  This allowed us to celebrate this special occasion with our friends and family and also allowed us to plan a romantic, destination wedding as well.

What were the highlights of the ceremony? 

The highlight of the ceremony was the intimacy of exchanging our vows.

What was the best thing about having an intimate wedding? 

The romance, the excitement, and the memories that were captured.

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

Be willing to think outside the box and plan your wedding according to what is most important to you and your spouse.

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Photography: Tala Nicole Photography

Having met and still working in the world of theatre, Mallory and Chris’ lives veer far from the dramatic. Rather, they consider their private world minimalist and simplistic. On Oct. 23, 2013, Mallory and Chris met at the Stage Door of the Princess of Wales Theatre in Toronto. Chris was performing in Les Misérables, and Mallory was taking over a wig mistress position. Both had no idea that their serendipitous meeting would have such an effect on the rest of their lives.

Chris and Mallory wed, exactly two years after the first day they met.

Toronto-based photographer Jessilyn Wong captured their first intimate moments as husband and wife. 

Mallory, 31 & Chris, 31

Location: City Hall, Financial District, Distillery District, Toronto, Canada

Wedding Date: Oct. 23, 2015

Number of Guests: 11

Wedding Cost:   $4,000

.Ceremony Location: Toronto Civic Wedding Center

Reception Location: Distillery District

Why did you have an intimate wedding? 

We wanted a simple, care-free day with the focus being our union, and to share the occasion with our immediate families. We didn’t feel a lot of money needed to be spent in order to honor us and celebrate our marriage.

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

Since we weren’t using a caterer, finding a dinner venue to accommodate our family’s food restrictions proved difficult.

Was it difficult to pare down the guest list? 

No. Neither of us wanted a large wedding.

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

Yes, perhaps there were some difficulties or hurt feelings. We tried to include everyone in our celebration by hosting an engagement party the month before. We also tried to incorporate our friends’ talents and services into our special day (Mallory’s hair was done by a friend, professional mentor).

What were the highlights of the ceremony?

We were unsure what to expect when we chose to marry at Toronto City Hall. Their officiant was more than we could have asked for; he brought a lot of personality to our ceremony and made it very personal to us. Of course, the real highlight was pledging our love to one another!

What were the highlights of the reception?

The size of the party allowed us to relax, communicate and enjoy each others’ company. We were pleasantly surprised and honored with impromptu toasts and speeches from our guests. Another highlight was our cake, decorated by Mallory’s mother.

What was the best thing about having an intimate wedding?

The day remained calm, and focused on the love we share. There was little worry that things could, or would, go wrong. 

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

Your day will be special no matter how you choose to celebrate. This is one day to place your happiness first.

Vendors

Ceremony: Toronto Civic Wedding Chambers

Reception: El Catrin Distileria,

Photography: Jessilyn Wong Photography

Floral: Orangeville Flowers

Cake: Bunner’s Bakeshop

Additional vendors: Original, Arcade Men’s Shop, Sole Survivor, The Bay, Etsy: UpToDateFashion, IceGoldJewellery

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