Kristen and Marlon came out from New York City for an intimate Las Vegas wedding with close family. We got together the next day for a day-after trash the dress session downtown.

These two are easy going and up-for-anything, which made hanging out and exploring the streets with them a total blast. And I think the photos we captured really show their chemistry and love for each other.

I love their retro style! Kristen was rockin’ a beautiful feather headpiece and Marlon a vintage skinny tie.

They were also sporting some awesome converse shoes!

K & M: You two are so perfect together. Congrats again on tying the knot!!

I’m beyond excited to share some photos from the Inspiration to Reality shoot that our Las Vegas team put together – and that it’s a 4-part feature on the front page of Style Me Pretty this weekend!

Our shoot took place at one of my FAVORITE ceremony and reception locations here Vegas, the gorgeous Springs Preserve! I loved how the blues popped against the warm desert backdrop. And our model bride, Gabi looked stunning with hair & makeup all done up by Allyson, Lauren & Monet at Las Vegas Style Sirens.

The Vera Wang gown provided by Dawn at Couture Bride Salon was THE perfect fit. And the whole look and style was a great match for the vintage aviation theme Tracey (of Your Las Vegas Wedding Concierge) came up with based off the movie The Aviator.

I first saw this dress on Gabi a couple weeks before the shoot. A bunch of us girls were hanging out in the bridal salon while Dawn was trying different dresses on Gabi. It was too funny because it was almost as if we were her bridesmaids. When she came out with this gown on there was one big synchronized “Oohh!” It was definitely THE ONE.

The ensemble was topped off by Stella & Dot Jewelry from stylist Carrie Hogan and a fantastic blue veil from MUMO hair accessories.

Jesus (our groom – who also happens to be the Catering Manager at Springs Preserve) was looking pretty darn sharp as well.

Details, details, details – I was definitely lovin’ all the eye candy! From the amazing feather bouquet by Emplume, the totally unique cakelets by Kristen at Gimme Some Sugar (SO love this idea to have multiple smaller cakes rather than one main one, or in addition to the main one), signature drink by Dress the Drink, peacock chair decor by Wildflower Linens, beautiful centerpiece by Randi at Naakiti Floral, the invitations that arrive in a vintage steamer trunk by Tifany at Gourmet Invitations, and so much more!

Be sure to hit up Style Me Pretty to see a ton more images in the 4-part feature! Here’s the links:

• Inspiration to Reality: The Board
• Inspiration to Reality: The Design
• Inspiration to Reality: The Design II
• Inspiration to Reality: The Design III

And I saved the best for last….

Here’s the behind the scenes video created by my incredibly talented other-half, Jayse!

BIG shout out and thanks to everyone that helped make this shoot a reality!! It was a blast working with such an awesome team people.

Major props to all those that made this wedding so wonderful: Juliet of Green Orchid events for making sure the day went seamless, Teresa at Enchanted Florist for lovely floral, the team over at Red Rock Casino for the excellent location (along with the cake and super cute mini root beer floats), and last but not least Amber+Bill for their mad good taste! Luv ya’s!

I’m so excited to share Amber and Bill’s vintage inspired wedding, full of the romance and elegance of the 50’s. Their wedding took place at the gorgeous Red Rock Casino and was coordinated by the fabulous Juliet of Green Orchid Events.

Here’s a bit more behind their special day in Amber’s words:

Our wedding day is inspired by the glitz and glamour of Las Vegas in the late 1950s and early 1960s, a time when Mr. and Mrs. America came to Hollywood’s playground and rubbed elbows at the roulette table next to Marilyn Monroe, Ann Margret, and a young Senator named Kennedy. Showrooms up and down the strip booked headliners like Frank and the boys, Liberace, Don Rickles, and Wayne Newton. It was a time when a man could get a shrimp cocktail or a juicy prime rib for a buck or two.

We love this special and more innocent era when space age optimists looked towards the sky to see the future, Lincoln Continentals cruised the Strip at 7 MPG, men were men, and it was ok for a fella to go crazy in the head over some broad. Bill would never dare call Amber a “broad,” but he loves her with the same spirit.

For a bit of extra special Vegas-style entertainment, Amber and Bill had showgirls greet their guests as they entered into the reception as well as a fantastic surprise Frank Sinatra impersonator! These gorgeous centerpieces were done by the very talented Teresa at Enchanted Florist. In addition to the beautiful floral, each table had a different framed image that paid tribute to the casinos of Vegas past.

Also, how adorable are these little root beer float shooters that were served with the cake?!

If you haven’t already seen it, click HERE to check out Amber and Bill’s Mad Men inspired engagement session in a vintage car. Amber and Bill – you definitely know how to put together a beautiful wedding! Thanks for letting me capture it!

The look was inspired after Amber and Bill’s favorite TV Show, Mad Men, and their 50’s vintage wedding theme. We had a blast playing it up! And it wouldn’t have been complete without Penny, a lovely 1955 Pontiac Starchief convertible.

Due to some engine problems, poor Penny never made it out of the parking lot. So instead we took Celeste, a beautiful 1953 corvette relpica, out for a night on the town!

It didn’t take too long for Sally’s sassy side to come out and play. Aren’t they great together?!

Now, some photos! Lets start things off with Trev chillin’ with his guys…

Then our newlyweds – Sara and Trevor looked incredible together!

And I totally loved their fun group of friends. This crowd definitely knows how to paartay! The dance floor was filled all night long.

Sara and Trevor – love ya guys! Best of luck with the move to San Diego! We’re going to miss you lots. Jayse and I will definitely have to come visit out there sometime, and don’t hesitate to call if you’re ever back in town!

After working up an appetite we all hit up the 50’s-diner ‘Cheeburger Cheeburger’ which was both delicious AND fit the theme! What a fun night!

Be sure to keep a look out for their May 30th wedding photos!

The plan: Up for anything! (my fave)
The Look: unique-vintage-funk – vegas neon night lights
The Location: Old-Schoo Las Vegas baby!

Thanks for rockin’ out this shoot with me Jackie!