Carolina Blue Fox Fur

Fur + Feathers + My Dress on Instagram

Can you thank God when life seems bad?  Pastor Rick does it again.  The more of that bad stuff that happens, to more I find I am able to do this.  “Though the fig tree does not bud and there are no grapes on the vines, though the olive crop fails and the fields produce no food, though there are no sheep in the pen and no cattle in the stalls, yet I will rejoice in the Lord, I will be joyful in God my Savior” (Habakkuk 3:17-18 NIV).

Temps are dropping and the holiday season is upon us!  Grocery store runs, playing with the Peanuts or work out wear to the Y...  It is time to break out the fur. 

Also, I am thrilled about my newest editorial contributorship to Scoop Charlotte.  Head over here to read my article about all things fur and feathers, and check out my top luxe, low and local picks just in time for the holidays. 

Next up, yesterday I was at Capitol shopping the 40% off sale for a client, and stumbled upon this Self Portrait frock.  This happens every time!!!  So many winners just waiting to be had.  If you love this dress (seriously my most liked Instagram photo ever!?  What??  Over the Peanuts on Halloween? Or qualifying for the Boston Marathon... Crazy!?!), you can snag it for yourself and shop all of my current Self Portrait favorites below or HERE if you are unable to see the images from your phone. 

Last but certainly not least I experienced THE most amazing facial of my life yesterday at Infinity MedSpa and Wellness. I had a facial plus some dermaplaning, which was seriously radical exfoliation.  If I could achieve one thing it would be that my face feels CLEAN and free of all the dirt and dust that flies through the air and goes into my pores.  I left feeling just that and more.  Shiney, clean skin thanks to Perri!  Get more info here!

Missoni Inspired Bold Bohemian Wedding

With Margherita Missoni's actual wedding as the inspiration, Margherita being the empress to the Italian fashion house Missoni, this bright and bold elegant lunch on the grass was “session two” for the day in the recent designer inspired editorial for Carolina Bride. Each vendor’s contribution truly made it what it is.  No stone was left unturned.  Margherita's wedding is THE fairy tail wedding dream in my eyes, and so I guess you could say this project was a dream too...

HER
Watters Sonara Gown from The Lily Rose (sleeve designed se moi), Vintage Buckle Head Piece and Vintage Pearl Dangle Earrings: Kristin Hayes Jewelry, Rings purchased at Diamonds Direct

HIM
Midnight Blue Tuxedo with Satin Shawl Lapel by Strong Suit, Spread Collar Formal Shirt by Eton, Onyx and Mother-of-Pearl Cuff Links and Studs by Taylor Richards & Conger, Hand-Tied Silk Bow and Cummerbund by R. Hanauer.  All from Taylor, Richards & Conger

 

Photography: CAPTURE ME CANDID | Planning: STUNNING AND BRILLIANT EVENTS | Florist: THE PLACE FOR FLOWERS | Makeup: ERIN ASHLEY MAKEUP | Hair: SEAN FOLEY HAIR | Second Shooter: Bryon Bench | Jewelry: KRISTIN HAYES JEWELRY | Stationary: OLIVE PAPER | Models: Megan Hollandsworth and RJ Crumpler | Marilyn's Agency Location: JOHNSON CARRIAGE HOUSE AND MEADOWS