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Your Guide To Bohemian Wedding Gowns

San Luis Obispo Fashion & Beauty & Styled Shoots

Dreaming of your wedding day almost always includes the perfect dress, right? Some brides have been pinning silhouettes, fabrics, and eggshells forever. Some brides, however, want to walk on the wild side of bridal fashion, and we love it! Check out this bridal editorial to inspire the wild hearted.

Greek Empress Styled Shoot

Paso Robles Fashion & Beauty & Styled Shoots

This Greek Empress inspired shoot has our eyes glued to the screen. Paso Robles, Allegretto Vineyard was the perfect canvas to show off everything from the model, to the flowers, to the makeup and of course Milk and Thistle's stunning work.

Floral Ties and Bow Ties for the Groom from Stag Handmade

San Luis Obispo Fashion & Beauty & Styled Shoots

Ladies don't forget about the groom when you're looking for San Luis Obispo Bridal Accessories. These floral ties and bow ties are one of a kind from Stag Handmade. Find the perfect print to fit your wedding theme! Lauren tells us more about Stag Handmade

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Engagement Party and Rehearsal Dinner Dresses

San Luis Obispo Fashion & Beauty, Planning Tips & Trending Styles

One of the most beautiful moments in a significant event are all of the details in between and the moments leading up to it. In fact, some say the anticipation of your big day is half the fun of it! We are here to help you romanticize every detail leading up to your wedding day. One of these big details is the engagement party and rehearsal dinner. Aside from finding the wedding dress of your dreams, shopping bridal outfits for all the other festivities in the year can be just as exciting. But what to wear, you ask? We have found some gorgeous pieces put together by a few sources including the ever so chic San Luis Obispo bridal shop Untamed Petals.

An Unforgettable Rehearsal Dinner at The Penny

San Luis Obispo Fashion & Beauty, Planning Tips, Trending Styles & Venues

Transform your wedding day into a wedding weekend with an unforgettable rehearsal dinner. Half the fun of a major event is the anticipation of it, which makes the day before just as enchanting as the day of! Nick and Anneke hosted their rehearsal dinner at San Luis Obispo event venue The Penny. Adorable decor tied into an industrial and chic venue, drinks, snacks and celebration with their loved ones made for the perfect start to their most memorable weekend.

The Perks of a Love Month Wedding

San Luis Obispo Fashion & Beauty, Planning Tips & Trending Styles

It's one of our favorite months of the year - love month! February is the month of love, a time for Valentine's Day and emphasizing the importance of love in our lives. Some folks prefer to separate the iconic month and day from their own celebration and anniversary, but for those who are all about big statements and iconic gestures should consider getting married during love month. Why? It's the perfect excuse to celebrate your love all month long, rather than just one single day. Keep reading for inspiration!

Vintage Valentine's Day Elopement

San Luis Obispo Fashion & Beauty, Styled Shoots & Trending Styles

Buckle up, sweethearts. It's officially love month and we are obsessing over this Valentine's Day elopement created by San Luis Obispo wedding planner Mark Dillon Luna Events. Inspired by the colors of the Fremont theater and the classic yet punk look of Madonna Inn, this group of incredibly talented Central Coast vendors curated the dreamiest styled shoot you could think of for Valentine's Day.

Boho-Styled Styled Wedding Shoot in Malibu

Malibu, San Luis Obispo Fashion & Beauty, Planning Tips, Styled Shoots & Trending Styles

There's nothing quite like intricate details, dramatic florals, elegant dresses and the rolling hills of Malibu. If you're looking for wedding inspiration with beautiful bohemian-like details, this styled shoot is the perfect gallery. I had the pleasure of interviewing the photographer about their vision and how what brought this shoot to life.

Our 2023 Wedding Trend Predictions

San Luis Obispo Fashion & Beauty, Planning Tips & Trending Styles

The 2023 wedding bells are ringing and the Pinterest boards are refreshing! We recently gave our two cents on which wedding trends we are leaving behind in 2022. The exciting news is that when one door closes, another door opens! We have done some research into what some of the best wedding planners predict for this year.

Sparkly and Unique After Party Bridal Dresses

San Luis Obispo Fashion & Beauty & Trending Styles

Girls just want to have fun... beautiful sparkly dresses for their wedding reception! It's that time of the year where all things sparkly comes to mind because the festive and fancy feeling we get around the holidays. If you're looking for an unforgettable after party bridal dress that makes you feel glamorous, the San Luis Obispo bridal shop Untamed Petals has incredible pieces that will truly bedazzle you!

Winter Wedding Accessories

San Luis Obispo Fashion & Beauty & Trending Styles

Creating the perfect winter wedding look isn't possible without the necessary accessories. Keep yourself warm with luxurious winter coats and classy chic gloves, enhance your snowy look with sparkly dangle earrings and pearly white veils, and hide your hand warmers in a textured clutch. We have come up with a list of gorgeous winter accessories that will completely elevate the entire evening, and thankfully San Luis Obispo bridal shop Untamed Petals have the perfect items for you to be dripping in elegance while walking down the aisle.

A Look Into Boudoir Photoshoots

San Luis Obispo Artists, Fashion & Beauty & Interviews

Turn up the spice and take your honeymoon phase to the next level with your partner. Boudoir photoshoots are a luxurious, classy, and intimate wedding gift that benefits both you and your spouse. San Luis Obispo photographer Kelli Avila Boudoir Photography knows how to find a balance of tasteful and unique with her designs and creative eye.

Winter Bridal Dresses

San Luis Obispo Fashion & Beauty & Trending Styles

Girls in white dresses with blue satin sashes, snowflakes that stay on our nose and eyelashes, pearly white details and sparkles that gleam, these are a few of our favorite things! Take from the book of Julie Andrews this holiday season and find your perfect winter wedding dress. After some extensive research into what bride's like to wear in the winter, we have narrowed down some of our favorite looks that accentuates all kinds of seasonal feels.

Perhaps Pearls are a Bride's Best Friend

California Fashion & Beauty & Trending Styles

If you're a bride who wants to be unique on their special day, pearls can be your best friend. If you want to see if this rising wedding fashion trend is for you, check out this post!

Memorable After Party Bridal Dresses

San Luis Obispo Fashion & Beauty, Planning Tips & Trending Styles

Compartmentalize your wedding day with two different dresses! After party bridal dresses are trending more than ever and it's no surprise to why. Nothing compares to the Cinderella-like feeling every woman gets when they walk down the aisle in their dream wedding dress, but having that feeling all over again AND being able to dance more freely and comfortably at your reception / after party? Yes, please! Ranging from classic, sparkly and chic to feathery, funky and boho, the creativity with these fun and beautiful dresses is endless.

5 Perfect Signature Groom Colognes

California Fashion & Beauty & Trending Styles

While it's more of a trend for the brides to find their signature scent, we love the idea of grooms finding their signature wedding scent alongside their fiancé! The nostalgia you'll get in the future reminiscing on the day you said "I do" is enough to try a signature scent. We chose 5 of our favorite classic colognes that we think will take your breath away!

5 Signature Bridal Perfumes

California Fashion & Beauty & Trending Styles

We love the new trend of modern brides choosing a bridal scent during the wedding season! All brides have different preferences and getting to choose your own unique wedding fragrance adds that special touch to your big day. We chose 5 classic signature perfumes that will carry with you through the day and night!

10 Luscious Velvet Dresses for Your Bridesmaids

California Fashion & Beauty, Planning Tips & Trending Styles

A little touch of velvet is perfect for the boldest of bridal parties! Not only does it add incredible texture and variety to any wedding look, but it is simply elegant. View 10 of our favorite velvet bridesmaid dresses ranging from different styles, fall colors, and budgets!

5 Ways to Prep your Skin

California Fashion & Beauty & Planning Tips

Looking for the glowing bridal look on your wedding day? Investing time to perfect your skincare routine for your wedding day may seem like a daunting task but is a very crucial step. Once you establish your wedding skin prep routine, your glow will make it hard to break, even long after you say your I do's!

The Beauty Breakdown

California Fashion & Beauty & Planning Tips

When it comes to wedding planning, there are so many steps to take in order to create your perfect day. Don't forget that this is your perfect time to pamper yourself, and relax! We have compiled the best pre-wedding checklist of appointments to make ahead of your wedding week to take off just a little bit of that stress. This guide will help you prepare for your wedding 6 months in advance. Keep scrolling for the ultimate timeline of when and what to pre-book for your bridal look!

The 2022 Wedding Dress Trends We Love

California Fashion & Beauty & Trending Styles

It might be difficult to believe, but we are officially halfway through 2022! With so many beautiful new brides in the past six months, we think it's time to share a few of our favorite bridal dress trends that we saw walk down the aisle! There's such a wide variety of trends, you're sure to love one of them.

Stunning 2022 Bridal Hair Trends

San Luis Obispo Fashion & Beauty & Trending Styles

When it comes to choosing how you're going to style your hair for your wedding, it seems like the possibilities are endless. Making it an overwhelming experience to narrow it down to just one hairstyle, but do not worry any longer. We collected a few inspirational bridal hair looks you may want to copy!

5 After Party Wedding Dresses for Cool Brides

California Fashion & Beauty

Even after the wedding ceremony transitions into a party, all eyes should be on the bride. With a perfectly selected little white dress, it can be easy to remain the most stylish and eye-catching person in sight. If you're curious about what the coolest brides might be wearing to their after party, take a glimpse at a few of our top picks.

Excellent Outfits for Your Mother At Your Wedding

California Fashion & Beauty, Planning Tips & Trending Styles

Your mom has provided you love and support throughout your life which has brought you to this moment. Just like yourself or your bridal party on your big day, it is important that your mother is looking and feeling her best. They have watched you grow into the wonderful adult that you are and will be by your side through the wedding day as well. We have gathered some of our favorite outfits for your mom to wear at your wedding for all different styles, prices and attires.

Chic Wedding Weekend Outfits

California Fashion & Beauty & Trending Styles

From rehearsal dinners, to welcome parties, to farewell brunches, weddings have expanded into full weekend events. Along with this growth comes the need for a handful of outfits to wear to each event. We have saved you some time by gathering some of our current favorites meeting all different budgets, styles, and events.

The Art of Mismatched Bridesmaid Dresses

California Fashion & Beauty, Planning Tips & Trending Styles

Throughout time we have seen bridesmaids dresses evolve significantly. From frilly full skirt dresses, to Hollywood glam, to simple silhouettes, we have seen it all. Traditionally, bridesmaids wore the same dress color and style, however brides are now mixing up styles and colors between their bridesmaids, adding a little flair to the day. This is not only a great way to help your girls stand out, but also a great way to accommodate everyones personal styles and make sure they are feeling comfortable throughout the day.

Starting your Bridal Beauty Routine

California Fashion & Beauty, Planning Tips & Trending Styles

As you creep closer to your wedding day, it is time to start dialing in your bridal beauty routine so you are looking and feeling your best, and what a great excuse for self care! Working on your beauty routine will give you the practice to to nail down your day-of look and reduce your stress.

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