Volume 9 / heavy metals by Smitten Magazine

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FROM THE EDITOR While assembling our second edition of Smitten since our re-launch in April, I like to think that we have a different approach to how and what we present to you – and this may create cause to stare. As we continue to grow as a team and a magazine – we are ever evolving, looking for fun, fresh ideas for every issue. Trends. We all love them, and are forever on the hunt for the next new wave of style. In the pages ahead we have partnered with amazing talent from across the US and the world to deliver our take on what we call ‘heavy metal’ trends. Starting with our signature shoot, Iron Maiden – spotlighting modern gowns smartly paired with select different metals (page 18). Moving onward you'll find our Trends to Try feature, curated by the darling Calder Clark (page 74). Page after page you'll discover beautifully styled shoots, all spotlighting metals and metallics in their own unique way. In addition, we cover two big topics trending in todays wedding world - hand lettering and unique approaches to bridal portraits, thanks to all of the talented professionals who participated. And speaking of hand lettering, a special thank you to Lindsay Sherbonday of Lindsay Letters who so graciously worked with me on this issue’s cover vision. Enjoy, and remember we have curated all of the top ‘pins’ over on Pinterest, so get busy getting inspired!

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EVERY ISSUE 74 TRENDS TO TRY TRENDS WITH AN EDGE 91 SIGNATURE DRINK 114 EDITORS PICKS

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FEATURED 12 GET TO KNOW: CALDER CLARK 18 IRON MAIDEN A SMITTEN SIGNATURE SHOOT 46 HAND LETTERING

NEW LIFE FOR AN OLD CRAFT

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REAL WEDDINGS

94 WOODLAND ESCAPE

MADELINE + BRIAN

132 ROSE GOLD ROMANCE

CHARLOTTE + DAVE

182 MR & MRS UNIQUE

104 JUDITH + TONY

192 A LOVELY LARK

142 WHITNEY + LANCE

204 TWILIGHT LOVE

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THE

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LINDSEY NOWAK

LEIGH WEBBER

SENIOR EDITOR

STYLE EDITOR

LEAD PHOTOGRAPHER

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QUINN SHERMAN

EMILIE DULLES

BEAUTY EDITOR

JUNIOR EDITOR

ETIQUETTE EDITOR

HANNAH ASHE

CARLY TOTTEN

CARL HOPPMANN

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NO ONE UNDERSTANDS SOUTHERN CHARM WITH A CONTEMPORARY TOUCH QUITE LIKE CALDER CLARK. CALDER ORCHESTRATES GORGEOUS EVENTS ACROSS THE SOUTHEAST, BRINGING MANY-A BRIDE'S VISION TO LIFE THROUGH COLORFUL PALETTES, PLAYFUL TWISTS AND TRADITIONAL ACCENTS. WHILE SHE'S DRAWN TO DELICATE EVENTS, CALDER EMBRACES DIFFERENT TRENDS LIKE THE PRO THAT SHE IS.

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Hailed as the talk of the South by Garden and

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Gun in 2011, Calder Clark has garnered a

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on classic Southern entertaining. Designing

seamless affairs since 1999, Clark’s work has

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been featured frequently in Southern Living,

spreads the mantra that weddings can be re-

HGTV Magazine, Coastal Living, and Martha

laxed and chic without being trendy. Layering

Stewart Weddings, among others. Clark plans

events with bespoke linens, nuanced colors,

a limited number of exclusive weddings and

hand-picked furnishings, and ambient lighting,

events annually, in addition to styling photo

Clark has become established as the absolute

shoots and speaking nationally.

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BY HANNAH ASHE WRITER

NEW LIFE FOR

AN OLD CRAFT HAND LETTERING AND CALLIGRAPHY HAVE BEEN GAINING MOMENTUM FOR YEARS NOW, AND THE ONCE-ELITE STYLE IS BECOMING ACCESSIBLE TO BRIDES LIKE NEVER BEFORE. Hand lettering is a labor of love - love of the technique, the finished piece and the important role it plays in a client’s life. “People are really appreciating the process; that they can feel ink on the page” Sally Balt of Seattle-based studio La Happy muses. For big projects Balt spends days on the calligraphy alone, after spending time polishing the concept with her client and before proofing and editing the text. The popularity boom of this craft coincides with several other hand-made, small-batch products and services, like farm-to-table menus, furniture repurposing, film photography and many other DIY trends. Hand-crafted works like calligraphed or hand-lettered envelopes stand out as uniquely imperfect among other art forms. “I think that people really appreciate that somebody, a human being, has touched their invitation,” says Lindsay Sherbondy, the hand letterer behind Belvedere, Illinois-based studio Lindsay Letters.

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L I N D S AY S H E R B O N D Y

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Like her fellow calligraphers across the country, Sherbondy creates more than a beautiful envelope or a customized invitation - she also presents the tone for the most important day of her client’s life. It’s the combination of delicate, flowing style and friendly quirks that has made calligraphers and their craft so prominent throughout the wedding industry. Calligrapher Elizabeth Porcher Jones, who has run a small studio for more than 20 years shares, “People want something that’s uniquely theirs.” “Something that’s art.” Elizabeth Fishburne, a marketing professional for whom Jones calligraphed wedding envelopes agrees, “The envelope is the first thing our guests would see when they received the invitation. I wanted them to feel special when they saw the calligraphy,

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JENNY SANDERS & JESSICA BELTRAN

ELIZABETH PORCHER JONES

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to know that this was a special piece of mail.” Sherbondy asserts that the personal touch in both product and process is what sets hand-lettered invitations and envelopes apart from graphically designed pieces. “I think people really appreciate the personal nature of it,” she says. “These events are some of the most personal times of your life. So to be able to write something that really has personality is so important because it is the first step forward and it does create the tone for the event. I think hand lettering does that in a way that maybe 100 percent computer-generated type doesn't do.” Jenny Sanders, half of the duo behind Scottsdale’s Moira Ink, believes that image-driven social media is responsible for inspiring people’s rediscovered affection for hand-

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made products. “We're pretty involved in Instagram and posting our work.” Brides who were relegated to a small selection of invitation themes in years are now exposed to a world of customized options thanks to Instagram and other channels. Social media like Instagram and Pinterest have made Sanders and business partner Jessica Beltran more aware of other artists as well. Since Beltran first incorporated calligraphy into Moira Ink’s sister company Moira Events in 2009, the media landscape has changed drastically for small business- owners. Sanders says, “we weren’t aware of nearly as many calligraphers that were out there a few years ago as we are now because of how the social media world has connected people and gotten work out there.” But the two recognize that these media channels do more than connect clients and artists; Sanders and Baltran have found that the work they post influences the type of work clients request. Beltran explains, “clients tend to want the work they've seen most recently. I just told a friend who was complaining about how everybody just wants black ink, so I said ‘just throw some color on your Facebook and your Instagram and people will start wanting color,’ and sure enough that’s exactly what it was.” Pinterest in particular inspires countless brides, who weed through hundreds of boards entitled “calligraphy” and “hand lettering,” and thousands of wedding-themed pins. Looking at what brides-to-be have amassed on their boards can be a wonderful starting point. “I always have clients use Pinterest or pull images they really like and put together a mood board - things that inspire them,” says Balt. From there she meets with the client to move for-

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P H OT O / J E N N I N G S KI N G

ward with a defined concept, but a visual collection is always the first step. On the other hand, too much access to existing work can stifle the creative process. “I feel like people are seeing so much inspiration out there now that they're coming to you with a fully fleshed out concept,” Sherbondy said. “When I started doing this there was nothing to point at. People were coming to me with a dress and a fabric swatch and their personality.” While Sherbondy also takes to Pinterest for inspiration, she refuses to follow fellow calligraphers because the work out there is just too good. “In order for me to not go crazy thinking 'I suck at this!' I have to just be inspired by furniture instead.” Sherbondy’s reluctance to follow her peers through social media speaks to those media’s strength; the two most significant channels in this visual industry, Pinterest and Instagram, have risen fast and held their place among older staples like Facebook and Twitter. Beltran is confident that the hand lettering industry, too, will hold out at its peaked popularity. “Calligraphy has that unusual ability to grow very quickly with a trend because it's handwriting. It’s a very adaptable art form - if a style changes, you evolve with it.” Unlike Pinterest and Instagram, however, Beltran sees something in her industry that technology- based fields lack: Simplicity. Calligraphy, she says, “doesn't require software or programming, it doesn't require stock or overhead. It’s ink and a pen.”

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D U L U T H, M I N N E S O TA

photographed by LAURA IVANOVA PHOTOGRAPHY

Perched on the shores of Lake Superior, Glensheen Manor was the timeless setting for Madeline and Brian’s wedding. While the estate lent turn-of-the-century beauty, the events of the day were far from stuffy. Instead, the couple updated their historic venue with a color scheme of charcoals, grays, and ivories. The bride’s taste for fashion was represented in her Oscar de la Renta gown and the two different pairs of shoes she wore for the affair: both by Christian Louboutin, of course. Keeping with the couple’s passion for fashion-forward glamour, architectural graphics were seen throughout the event. Gray and ivory linens in chevron and linking patterns dominated the tablescapes. The patterns were replicated in the cake and the throw pillows adorning the ivory lounge furniture. A touch of whimsy softened the steely color palette and linear graphics: baby’s breath were used for the centerpieces and as an installation above the dance floor. While the chill of the night crept in across Lake Superior, the couple danced beneath the cloud-like installation. AUTUMN BRIM

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A ski resort in the Swiss Alps provided the perfect venue for Scottish couple Charlotte and Dave’s destination nuptials. The bride donned a beautiful Maggie Sottero gown that glistened as the sun set, and the groom wore a traditional Scottish kilt as a nod to his roots. Friends and family flew in from all over the world and enjoyed a true winter wonderland as Charlotte and Dave filled their palette with soft neutrals offset beautifully by snowflake details. As their soiree came to a close, the bride and groom invited guests to watch as fireworks lit up the winter Swiss Alps sky – a beautiful start to their marriage indeed. CARLY TOTTEN

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Pulling inspiration from Charleston’s William Aiken House, the bride and groom created a garden themed fete filled with a dash of tradition and a pop of formality. Judith walked down the rose petal adorned aisle in a gorgeous lace Paloma Blanca gown toward Tony who waited underneath a chuppah complete with a stunning crystal chandelier. The new Mr. and Mrs. danced the night away with family and friends surrounded by a palette filled with whites, blues, and gold – the perfect look for an early fall wedding filled with joy. Cheers, y’all! CARLY TOTTEN

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BRIDAL PORTRAITS FIND YOUR STYLE

EVERY BRIDE APPROACHES HER BRIDAL PORTRAITS WITH CARE, AND THE VARIETY OF OPTIONS ARE ENDLESS – HERE ARE SIX STYLES WE LOVE On the fence about bridal portraits? These sessions provide an opportunity for you to meet with your hair and makeup stylists for trial runs and wear your gown, allowing your photographer to truly capture your complete look prior to your wedding day. You’ll be dolled up with somewhere to go, and you’ll leave your session feeling relaxed and confident – exactly how you want to feel in front of the camera on your wedding day. Our favorite, and possibly most meaningful,

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reason for opting in for a bridal portrait is this session rewards you with the time to formally document this special moment in your life. In years to come, you will be thankful to have these portraits to share with family and friends. The style options for your bridal portraits are endless, but we’ve chosen six of our favorites from some of the most prominent photographers throughout the country.

Garden

Romance

boudoir A L T E R N AT I V E ARCHITECTURAL

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Q&A

Garden Romance

LAUREN JONAS of CHARLESTON WEDDING PHOTOGRAPHY

What are your top reasons for recommending bridal portraits to your brides?

How did the bride, Lindsay, achieve her bridal portrait look? What was important to her?

Chances are the bride has put a lot of

With hair and makeup scheduled, Lindsay

thought, time and money into finding that

also prepared by making her own bouquet!

perfect dress in which she gets married and

Lindsay’s wedding was held at Magnolia

sometimes the wedding day is on a very

Plantation and Gardens so it was very im-

tight schedule. This session allows the bride

portant for her to replicate the same feeling

to enjoy being in the dress while also getting

of romance and nature throughout her

some fabulous images of herself. Knowing

bridal photos.

that she’s already gotten these images out of the way alleviates any stress on her wedding day and allows her to focus on herself and her new husband’s photos as a couple.

Did Lindsay consider her wedding's overall style and location while planning for her portrait? Lindsay really wanted her bridal portraits to look as if they were taken the same day of the wedding so naturally we headed out to her venue at Magnolia Plantation and Gardens. We took them at the perfect time as the azaleas were just blooming so any location we chose had the garden romance feeling that she wanted.

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boudoir A L T E R N AT I V E

OLIVIA GRIFFIN of OLIVIA GRIFFIN PHOTOGRAPHY

How did you encourage your bride to prepare for her portraits? What should a bride expect of her session?

How did the bride, Heather, achieve her bridal portrait look? What was important to her?

I chat with my bride about two weeks before

We knew we wanted something a little edgy,

her session and give her a few easy sugges-

but still glamorous and classy.

tions to help her prepare prepare.

important to Heather was to feel amazing

- Bring a calm, encouraging person with you. - Bring your bouquet, wedding day shoes,

and beautiful and classy. She had been

veil/hair piece, jewelry, and anything else to

wanted something more modest. I suggest-

make your look complete.

ed that we do boudoir posing in a wedding

- Have nothing else planned for the day and

dress and we both loved the idea!

What was

interested in a boudoir session, but really

try to take the day off from work.

- And lastly have a drink...just one before the shoot.

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Fashion Forward

AMANDA BRINGHAM of PICTURESQUE PHOTOS BY AMANDA

What are your top reasons for recommending bridal portraits to your brides?

How did the bride, Kat, achieve her bridal portrait look? What was important to her?

Bridal portraits are a great time to get stun-

Kat is a close friend of mine that had done

ning portraits without the stress and time

some modeling in the past, so preparing her

limits of the wedding day. I schedule during

for bridal portraits wasn't very difficult. We

the golden hour for the best light, which is

wanted a very clean and classic look for her

rarely an option the day of. It also gives the

makeup, and opted for a more editorial look

bride a time try out their whole look before

with a side braid. Kat wanted to keep the

the wedding and see how it photographs

portraits fresh, modern and fun – while

including makeup, hair, and jewelry. I love

looking and feeling her best.

having this stress-free time with my brides! Many of my brides also want a bridal portrait to display at the reception.

What do you love most about bridal portrait sessions? In all of my portrait sessions, I strive to capture the natural beauty and personality of my bride. Bridals are so special because it’s not just a girl in a pretty dress, it’s a girl in the white dress she’s dreamed of as a child in which she expressed her love for the man of her dreams. I want to capture all of those emotions in my photos. I guess you could say, I love love!

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TR A DITION A L

LEIGH WEBBER of LEIGH WEBBER PHOTOGRAPHY

How did you encourage your bride to prepare for her portraits? What should a bride expect of her session?

How did the bride, Laura, achieve her bridal portrait look? What was important to her?

These days, a lot of brides are hiring stylists

I cannot advocate the power of professional

to help pull together their look from head to

hair and makeup enough! They are experts

toe and often times, come to the shoot to

and they know what looks good on camera.

style her look for the photos. Some brides

Also, itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s the perfect time for your trial run!

love the idea of wearing a statement piece of jewelry or accessory that may prove to be a little too much for a traditional church wedding. The bridal portrait is the perfect time to experiment and get the photos that you might not have taken on your wedding day.

Did Laura consider her wedding's overall style and location while planning for her portrait? Lauraâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s portrait session was at a different venue from where she was getting married. This is another wonderful thing about bridal portraits, you can do them wherever you like! If a bride decides not to have her portraits at the same venue, I often suggest choosing a location that have a variety of options as it helps to mix it up a little through the bridal session.

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D RA MA

CRYSTAL STOKES of CRYSTAL STOKES PHOTOGRAPHY

What are your top reasons for recommending bridal portraits to your brides?

How did the bride, Amy, achieve her bridal portrait look? What was important to her?

Bridal portraits prior to the wedding day

Amy had both hair and makeup on location

ensure that you have time to do them! It is

- if this is doable, I highly recommend it,

also an opportunity to try out different ‘looks’

especially if you’re trying out multiple looks.

with both makeup and hair to know what

Using a professional really does make a

you prefer for the wedding day. I love brid-

difference! Ensure the dress is steamed prior

al portraits because for me, they are about

too with alterations already in place! Dur-

the person IN the dress more than the dress

ing the session we just have a lot of fun!

itself - I want each and every bride I work

We started with a few traditional portraits

with to feel incredible & confident on their

and then moved along to more unique and

wedding day, and I want them to see before-

creative shots!

hand how incredibly BEAUTIFUL they are.

Do you have any advice for choosing a location for a bridal portrait session? I know location selection can seem like a BIG deal. However, don’t let yourself worry too much over that! They are about you, and remembering an important time in your life! I often isolate my brides from distracting backgrounds so they aren’t competing with them. Lastly, hire someone you’re comfortable with - the more you can be you, the more you will love the experience as well as the outcome! F A L L / W I N T E R 2 0 1 3 | 129

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ARCHITECTURAL

MONIKA GAUTHIER of MONIKA GAUTHIER PHOTOGRAPHY

How did you encourage your bride to prepare for her portraits? What should a bride expect of her session?

How did the bride, Karina, achieve her bridal portrait look? What was important to her?

Being a bride is a special time in any wom-

Before our session I spend some time get-

an’s life. From a photographer’s perspective,

ting to know the bride’s personality so she

it’s such a great opportunity to capture the

feels more relaxed and confident in front of

beautiful bride and all the details without

the camera. I’ll ask her to collect images of

the pressure of the wedding day. It’s one of

the style she has in her mind for the shoot.

the few times that a woman gets all primped

Pinterest makes this super easy! I suggest

and polished to feel like a queen for the day.

that a bouquet be used to add color and

The bride is also creating a comfort zone

dimension to the photographs. Also choos-

with me and getting used to being in front

ing a location that inspires the bride’s per-

of the camera.

sonality is key.

Any advice you think Brides should know? Every moment leading up to your wedding day is part of the experience – be creative, have fun and enjoy being a bride! Gown: Fabulous Frocks | Make-up: Pamela Lesch | Hair: Ashley Gardner, Salon Vantaggio | Jewelry: Candy Shop Vintage Florist: Frampton’s Flowers | Location: Castle Mugdock

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J IM S C OTT S R . G AR D ENS

LAKE MARTIN, AL

photographed by C H E L S E A PAT R I C I A P H O T O G R A P H Y

Whitney and Lance’s day had all the hallmarks of a young bohemian couple. Whitney did her hair and makeup that same morning and fixed flower hairpins from Forever21 in her locks. While the Jim Scott Sr. Garden’s featured organic colors of green and taupe, the bridesmaids brought a note of citrus in their orange dresses. The bride walked down a sandy aisle to a woven arbor adorned with wisteria booms. She later described the moment in one word – magical. There Lance awaited her, wearing an Urban Outfitters vest and TOMS. The romantic, undone feel of the ceremony carried into the reception, all executed by the sharp eye of the bride who coordinated the entire affair without professional help. Hand-cut flowers in mason jars sat atop old books with yellowed pages and the open ceremony and reception space invited the botanical elements of the gardens into the event. The DIY features – decorations made by the bride, cake by the bride’s sister – helped tell the story of the free-spirited, young romantics. AUTUMN BRIM

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the BR I DA L guide

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Stylist Lindsey Nowak Photography Leigh Webber

WITH THE BAND

for the nontraditional bride-explore options like hammered silver with diamonds or rose gold with turquoise RIN GS BY ASH HOFFMAN , A JEWELRY DESIGNER WITH A CRAFT F OR ONE OF A KIND, BOHEMIAN BLIN G PAT T I , 1 4 K R O S E G O L D w i t h T U R Q U O I S E MADISON, 4K YELLOW GOLD with 3 BEZEL SET DIAMONDS M A R I A , S T E R L I N G S I LV E R S K I N N Y w i t h G O L D B E Z E L L O R R A I N E , S T E R L I N G S I LV E R w i t h T R I P L E B E Z E L S E T T U R Q U O I S E K A S E Y, W I D E 1 4 K G O L D S AT I N F I N I S H B A N D C H L O E , S T E R L I N G S I LV E R W I D E B A N D S w i t h 4 B E Z E L S E T D I A M O N D S

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The Pro Pamela Lesch Photography Leigh Webber

WANT THE PERFECT SMOKY EYE?

look no further, we have broken it down to 4 steps for a modified smoky eye â&#x20AC;&#x201C; then 4 more steps to our ultimate smoky eye

The trick to creating a smoky eye is to take things in stages, and layer products. Begin with a primed eye lid. Here I used Urban Decay's lid primer in Original, from lash line to brow. A primed eye will take and hold on to color much longer than a bare lid. Creating smoky eyes are all about color, placement of liner, and blending. All a smokey eye involves is layering of colors, and blending. L O T S of blending. And then some more blending. The key is to take it in stages and build up to the intensity you desire. Many brides like a "modified smoky eye" to begin with. Steps 1-4 tell you how to get that beginner look. Steps 5-8 tell you how to build up to a full-blown smoky eye.

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THE MODIFIED

SMOKY EYE

Apply eyeliner closely to your upper lash

line. Using a "pencil" brush (a compact, densely packed and pointed tip), blend the eyeliner until it's 3/4 the size of the original line you drew on. Don't worry about drawing a perfect line because the blending motion will correct any "mistake." Make sure to swipe the pencil brush into your lash line. This creates color continuity.

Tightline the upper/inner lash line. Do this

by lifting your eyelid and placing a soft eyeliner pencil along the inner upper rim of your lash line. When you deposit color here, it helps give your lashes more definition while making your eye color "pop." Then using the same eyeliner, deposit color on the lower rim of your eye. This is called the waterline.

Line under your lashes with a soft gold or

other light color (not the color used on the upper lid). The light color under the bottom lash line will help open your eye and keep you from feeling quite as smolder-y as a full-on smoky eye.

Go back and touch up your eyelid primer,

keeping a nude-ish lid.

R E A D Y TO TA K E I T TO TH E N E XT LE V E L ? LET'S CONTINUE BUILDING AND BLENDING

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T H E U L T I M AT E

SMOKY EYE

Using a dense, shorter-bristle brush, begin

applying a very dark shadow (black, midnight blue, or deep brown shade) at the lash line and over the entire lid. Pack it on, but only on the lid.

Blend, blend, and blend some more. Use

circular motions to move the dark color over the entire lid.

The blending will lighten and move the col-

or from the lid into the crease of the eye. Do not apply more product at this point. . . work with what you've already applied. At this point, you should see the smokey eye taking shape. . . the darkest part at the lash line, gradually fading up into the crease. Apply a light shade over the crease, up onto the brow bone and finally using the lightest eyeshadow under the brow.

The last step is sweeping some of the dark

shadow under the lower lashes to round out a complete smoky eye.

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Words Kathleen McCormack

BAND

/ VS /

raise the roof, not the budget When I walk into a wedding reception, the first thing I do is check out the music. Will it be a band tonight, or will it be a DJ? I like both options, personally. But while I enjoy the energy of a live band, the more I see really good DJs, the more I appreciate the advantages of this choice for music. First and foremost, a DJ costs less than a live band. This is true across the country (except in the case of celebrity DJs, but that’s another story). For budget purposes, a DJ is always the cost-effective choice. But the decision to hire a DJ instead of a band is much more than a money ruling, and it doesn’t mean that you’re settling for less.

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Most DJs offer a variety of packages to accommodate different budgets. Ask for recommendations from your other vendors (reception venue, caterer, event coordinator, etc.). People in the wedding business in your area will have a sense of which DJs are the most popular and which are the highest/lowest priced. Because DJ prices vary considerably, call around to a number of DJs in your area and then set your music budget. Some will price by the hour (typically $150/hr$250/hr), and others will charge a flat rate for their service. If you want the DJ to the ceremony music, as well, be sure to factor in that additional cost. Be cautious. A DJ that charges just a few hundred dollars for several hours is likely to be a hobbyist.

If you’re looking for a wide range of music genres to be played throughout the night, DJs have access to thousands of songs, and those songs will sound exactly like you expect them to. Not only will you be able to have the song of your choice for your first dance (a band sometimes has to learn a particular song for you), but your guests can make requests, volume is easily controlled, and if the dance floor starts to clear, a DJ can quickly mix songs and get everyone grooving again. Most DJs offer a variety of packages to accommodate different budgets. Ask for suggestions from your other vendors (reception venue, caterer, event coordinator, etc.). People in the wedding business in your area will have a sense of which DJs are the most popular and which are the highest/lowest priced. Because DJ prices vary considerably, call around to a number of DJs in your area and then set your music budget. Some will price by the hour, and others will charge a flat rate for their service. If you want the DJ to the ceremony music, as well, be sure to factor in that additional cost. Be cautious. A DJ who charges just a few hundred dollars for several hours is likely to be a hobbyist. Bands typically require a lot of space in a reception venue, but DJs rarely need more than a table for their equipment. This

makes it easy to relocate a DJ should there be some last minute floor plan changes that you or your wedding planner need to make. Consider the fact that DJs don’t take breaks throughout the night. Bands, on the other hand, need to break at least once during the course of a reception. If you decide to go the DJ route, do your homework. The key is to find a DJ whose style matches your idea of the reception. You want to see the DJ in action. Don’t go crash another couple’s wedding reception, but do ask to see a taped performance, and ask for referrals. Inquire about back up equipment, too. A good DJ always has a Plan B. Scratch Weddings, a music company that represents the largest team of DJs in the country says, “There is definitely a misconception that to build the proper soundtrack for your wedding vision you need a pricey wedding band. But it’s just not true!” Great DJs are artists in their own right, providing thoughtful music mixes for your whole guest list to enjoy and sought after value for you and your wedding budget.

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THE WRITE WAY

invitations without the intimidation

Y ou and your fiance have gotten engaged, set a date, picked a venue, and are working

on the overall design and plan for your wedding, so you are ready to order your invitations, which is both an exciting and fun part of the planning process, but without the right guidance it can be a bit of a daunting task.

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There are so many wonderful customization and personalization options these days, that you could design six different beautiful invitations all of which would set just the right tone for your wedding. Keep in mind that setting the tone for your wedding via your invitations is about more than just selecting ink colors to coordinate with your decor or the style of calligraphy and selection of stamps, one of the most defining elements which sets the tone for a formal vs. informal wedding and the varying degrees of tradition or modernism therein, is the wording of the invitation. There is a correct way to word a formal invitation for a wedding held in a religious building, which is different from one not held in a religious building, and which is also different from the more expansive options when wording an informal invitation which can be much more playful. Here are a few examples of how to word your beautiful invitation to make sure that your guests get a good sense of what to expect and look forward to prior to your big day! FO R P ER SO NA L A S S I S TA N CE WI T H YO UR W ED D I N G I N VI TAT I O N S , VI S I T: WWW.DUL L ESDE S IGNS .C O M

a formal wedding HELD IN A RELIGIOUS BUILDING Mr. and Mrs. Winslow Gardner Sullivan Request the honour of your presence at the marriage of their daughter Mary Annalise to Mr. Philip Simmons Ford Saturday, The Seventh of June Two Thousand Fourteen At Six O'clock in the evening The Brick Presbyterian Church New York, New York

a formal wedding NOT HELD IN A RELIGIOUS BUILDING Mr. and Mrs. Winslow Gardner Sullivan Request the pleasure of your company at the marriage of their daughter Mary Annalise to Mr. Philip Simmons Ford Saturday, The Seventh of June Two Thousand Fourteen At Three O'clock in the Afternoon The Breakers Palm Beach, Florida

an informal wedding Elizabeth and Patrick Brown Jessica and Frank Mitchell Joyfully Invite you to The Marriage of Their Children Samantha and Benjamin Friday, The Sixth of June Two Thousand Fourteen At Four O'clock Whit Point Garden Charleston, South Carolina

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AMACUZAC

MEXICO

photographed by K R I S T E N W E AV E R P H O T O G R A P H Y

Katherine and Rafael’s love story was told by candlelight. Katherine wed Rafael underneath a leafy arch, wearing an Aire Barclona gown and lace-trimmed veil. The dramatic silhouette of her gown set her apart from her bridesmaids, who wore soft, bridal-inspired hues. After the ceremony, the couple and their guests – many who had traveled far to see the wedding - proceeded to the Hacienda San Gabriel de Las Palmas, an old building rich with the history of Mexico. Traditional Spanish elements tied in perfectly with the hacienda and the couple’s heritage. A fountain decorated with flowers and votive candles greeted the guests. Inside, hundreds of candles threw yellow light onto the arches and dark wood ceilings of the venue. Ceramic glassware, a nod to the Hispanic art form of pottery, were filled with petite rosebuds. The bride shed her Badgely Mischka heels for a pair of Old Gringo cowboy boots. It was a good thing that she did. By the time all the candles had burned low and the last of the lingering guests had said their goodbyes, it was 6am. AUTUMN BRIM

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RIVER OAKS CHARLESTON

SOUTH CAROLINA

photographed by TIM MCMANUS

Filled to the brim with Southern details, Emily and Ken’s vintage, handmade wedding was set at the picturesque River Oaks venue along the Wando River outside of Charleston. Emily looked stunning in her lace Monique Lhuillier gown and dreamy Jimmy Choo heels as she and her dashing groom recessed down the aisle to “Oh, Happy Day” sung by a Charleston gospel choir. At the reception, guests enjoyed a family style meal filled with ingredients from local farmers as well as cocktails featuring wine and spirits from Nashville while sitting at tables underneath strands of string lights along the river. Of course a fun-filled wedding is not complete without dancing, so Emily and Ken kept guests out on the floor square dancing under the Southern sky before a late night visit from Diggity Donuts capped off the evening. CARLY TOTTEN

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A venue with Southern grace, class, and distinguishing characteristics. . . an unforgettable location.

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PHOTO / TIM MCMANUS

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THANK YOU VENDORS Venue: Aynhoe Park Florals: Bella & Fifi Feather Gown: Charlotte Casadéjus Lace Gown: Charlotte Casadéjus Sequinned Top & Skirt: Wilden Bride Suits: HRH Holmes Bags & Jeweled Headpieces: Charlotte Casadéjus Feather & Flower Headbands: Bijou Shoes: Rachel Simpson Hair: Holly Power Make Up: MAKE UP Artist Boutique Car: Kushi Cars Wedding Yurts & The Raw Chocolate Parlour Cakes: Nevie Pie Cakes North Star Cakes The Sugared Saffron Claire Kemp Cake Studio Halsey’s Deli The Social Pantry Stationer y: Dolce Roopa Table Styling, Crocker y & Glassware: Lavender & Linen The Mint List Models: Valerie McCallum & William De Coverly

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MONOGRAM NAPKIN

Sometimes, among all those things you canÂ´t DIY - candles and plates and flatware, for example - itÂ´s nice to see something you made with your own hands. Follow these easy steps for custom napkins that will personalize your table. by GINA PROVENZANO

Wash, dry, then iron your linen napkin.

Use a ruler as a guide to press vinyl letters evenly over napkin; about 3.5 inches up from point. Press letters firmly.

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Iron Ruler Pencil Linen Napkin

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Measure about 8 inches along

each edge from point.

Use medium bristle btush to paint over entire point.

Painters Tape Small Paintbrush Metalic Paint Vinyl Press-on Letters

Mark then adhere tape across from one mark to the other.

Carefully peel off tape and vinyl letters.

Allow to dry.

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THANK YOU VENDORS

Florals Stylish Stems Cake Lush Cakery Gown Vera Wang via Fabulous Frocks of Atlanta

Earrings Chelsey Burleson Feather Hair Accessor y and Custom Runner Robintreelane Stationer y Buzzy Craftery Guestbook Yandi's Bindings Rentals Unlimited Party Rentals Venue Brickyard at Marietta Station Makeup Artist Lindsey Bartell Hairstylist Naomi Fowler Model Tayla Lowe

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Design | Inspired Living | Weddings

www.CarlyIsInspired.com

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SMITTEN MAGAZINE for

LEIGH WEBBER IS TEAMING UP WITH SMITTEN MAGAZINE, TO CO-LEAD A R E T R E AT T O T H E I N C R E D I B L E P E A C O C K PAV I L I O N S I N M A R R A K E C H , M O R O C C O

Designed to stimulate the senses, this 8-day itinerary is filled with Moroccan adventures and outings that allow you to step out of the daily grind and be re-inspired. Travel has a way of sparking creativity and this trip is designed to do just that.

In addition to sightseeing and adventuring, this retreat includes participation on a styled shoot that will be featured in a 2014 issue of Smitten Magazine! 202 | F A L L / W I N T E R 2 0 1 3

LEARN MORE HERE! www.leighwebberphotography.com/blog/retreats/

REQUEST AN INFO PACKET TODAY! leigh@leighwebber.com

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A STYLISH SHOOT BY J E S S I E H O L L O WAY P H O T O G R A P H Y SOUTHERN SOIREE

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THANK YOU VENDORS

Design Southern Soiree Cake Sweetface Cakes Gown b.Huges Bridal Linens & Coverings Southern Events Venue Mint Springs Farm Tennessee Models Beverly & Beau Headrich

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PHOTO BY LEIGH WEBBER

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