Baton Rouge Engagement Session: Erica + Clay

Posted May 23, 2013 by EmmalineBride | ♥ 1 Comment

This Baton Rouge engagement session was fun and full of personality! Meet Erica and Clay, soon-to-be bride and groom. Erica’s a student at LSU and Clay is in the Air Force. They teamed up with Carolynn from Carolynn Seibert Photography for a delightful and compelling engagement shoot. Carolynn tells us, “Fun, honest, strong, quirky and nerdy are the words they used to describe their relationship- after hearing that I just couldn’t wait to spend time with them. We got creative with this shoot…”

20 Best Engagement Photo Ideas

Posted May 3, 2013 by EmmalineBride | ♥ 3 Comments

If you’re looking for the best engagement photo ideas, you’ve come to the right place! We feel extremely blessed to work with the most amazing wedding photographers in the industry and share Real Weddings and engagement photo ideas with you on a regular basis. When we feature a new engagement shoot, I can always recall a specific detail, like the surprise proposal, the rowboat, or the impromptu Scrabble game. When you’re planning, remember that the best engagement photo ideas are all about the details. Your location(s), attire, props, and the season you choose will contribute to a more memorable engagement session. Also, selecting an amazing engagement photographer is very important: he or she will be essential in properly bringing your engagement photo ideas to fruition and capturing you at your very best. To inspire you, we’ve rounded up twenty of the best engagement photo ideas… and I think you’re going to love what we’ve discovered! What’s your favorite?

Engagement Photo Table Numbers

Posted March 22, 2013 by EmmalineBride | ♥ 5 Comments

Here’s the dilemma: you took amazing engagement photos, shared them on Facebook, used a favorite as your save the date card, and now you’re wondering how else to use them. Meanwhile, you’re planning your wedding and looking to create unique table numbers for your reception. The solution? A little bit of both! We spotted these engagement photo table numbers at Willow Glen Stationery and LOVE them. Each of these table numbers can feature a different engagement photo so your guests can see them all! Read on to find out more…

Parking Structure Engagement Session: James + Emily

Posted February 7, 2013 by EmmalineBride | ♥ 2 Comments

James and Emily’s parking structure engagement session was fantastic! The location for their creative engagement session was at a modern parking structure in downtown Fayetteville, AR. The structure served as a perfect landscape. James and Emily worked with photographer Chasnie Vinson from Vinson Images to capture some incredible photographs. Find out more details and see their unique engagement session after the jump…

Arizona Engagement: April + Eric

Posted January 18, 2013 by EmmalineBride | ♥ 2 Comments

Happy Friday, lovelies! Today we’re sharing an incredibly sweet Scottsdale, Arizona Engagement. April and Eric brought their puppy, Ted, along for the engagement shoot, along with a vintage tandem bike. In true handmade fashion, they even dressed Ted in a bow tie from Amy’s Collars and More. This beautiful shoot was captured by Charity Maurer Photography. Read on to see more…

Illinois Engagement in Libertyville:
Arsine + Topher

Posted December 13, 2012 by EmmalineBride | ♥ 3 Comments

Hello, hello! To kick off this beautiful Thursday morning, we’re sharing an Illinois engagement with vintage details! Arsine and Topher arrived at their Illinois engagement shoot prepared with two cars full of vintage accessories and props. They met with the talented Kristin LaVoie Photography in Libertyville at Firkin, where Topher proposed to Arsine. To make their shoot memorable, they incorporated hobbies they like to do as a couple: skateboarding, biking, and having a picnic in a scenic grassy knoll. Once they reached the picnic area, they shared cheese, crackers, and wine, while their little pup joined in on the fun. Read on to see this beautiful engagement shoot + get inspired for your very own! Enjoy!

Twig Engagement Rings to Love +
Why a Wedding Ring is Worn on the Fourth Finger

Posted December 10, 2012 by EmmalineBride | ♥ 4 Comments

It’s the holiday season, I’m sipping on Peppermint Mocha, I have Christmas music on full blast here in the Emmaline Bride office, and there’s joy and love in the air. Ah, the holidays: a popular time of year for couples to get engaged. I mean, this week alone two of my friends got engaged – and it’s not even Christmas yet. If you’re thinking about popping the question soon – or you’re hoping to nudge him in the right direction with a gorgeous handmade engagement ring, today’s post is for you! We’re sharing some of our favorite twig engagement rings that are sure to put the sparkle in your season thanks to Barbara Michelle Jacobs Jewelry. And, we’re also sharing the answer to an often wondered question: why a wedding ring is worn on the fourth finger. Oh, and if you are trying to drop a hint for the holidays, just leave the window open on your laptop… you never know. ;) Enjoy!

Lip Dub Proposal: Brad + Emily Get Engaged!

Posted October 12, 2012 by EmmalineBride | ♥ 2 Comments

Once in awhile, you come across a video on YouTube that makes you laugh, cry, and watch through to the very end, cheering on the people in the video even though they are total strangers. This lip dub proposal is one of those videos. I sat here watching this lipdub proposal video with a huge smile on my face, which quickly turned to tears, then back to a smile. We are so happy for Brad and Emily and it’s clear to see they have an awesome amount of friends and family that contributed to make this a day to remember. So, watch this proposal video – you won’t regret it! The best part is that Emily has no idea what’s about to happen… great job, Brad + everyone!

Congrats, you two! Video by Bradley Productions (Brad + his team) based in Michigan! Yay for these fellow Michiganders. :)

♥
-E.

7 Handmade Wedding Rings Worth Obsessing Over

Posted October 3, 2012 by EmmalineBride | ♥ 2 Comments

Hello, hello! Have you crossed off wedding rings from your to-do list yet? If not, we’re here to help! At Emmaline Bride, you know we’re crazy about handmade wedding items because each item is crafted with love, care, and is made just for you. Handmade wedding rings are no exception! When you start shopping for wedding bands or engagement rings, consider handmade wedding rings. You’ll support an independent artisan, your ring will be completely original and made just for you, and if you have questions you can speak to the designer directly. Whether you’re browsing handmade wedding rings for your big day to complement your engagement ring – or looking to pop the question with a diamond ring soon – we’ve found one shop that does it all! Read on to find out about the lovely Barbara Michelle Jacobs, Featured Artisan in The Marketplace, and see seven hand-picked handmade wedding rings from her collection. We think you’re going to love what we’ve discovered…

Handmade Wedding Rings

We begin the list with the first five for the bride-to-be…

1. Classic Solitaire in Yellow Gold

Simple, elegant, and perfect for the bride who loves yellow gold and a diamond solitaire.

Canoe Engagement: Christie + Hagop

Posted August 7, 2012 by EmmalineBride | ♥ 5 Comments

When we took one look at this gorgeous canoe engagement shoot, we couldn’t wait to share it with you! Christie and Hagop took their engagement session outside and opted for a totally scenic location with water, sunshine, an old canoe, tons of greenery, stolen kisses… and their adorable little pup even tagged along! Read on to see this beautiful canoe engagement as captured by Kristin of Kristin La Voie Photography. Enjoy!

Monte Sano Mountain Engagement Session: Tara + Tyler

Posted August 2, 2012 by EmmalineBride | ♥ 1 Comment

This Monte Sano Mountain engagement session is flirtatious and fun! Tara and Tyler’s engagement session captured by Ashley from White Rabbit Studios started at the Booklegger bookstore in Huntsville, Alabama. Having found themselves in the romance section, kisses and smiles ensued. After the bookstore, they headed over to the Monte Sano State Park which was an awesome place to enjoy breathtaking views, trails, and even a slide on the playground. Join Tara and Ashley as they laugh, embrace, and jump for joy…

40 Best Handmade Rings Ever

Posted July 9, 2012 by EmmalineBride | ♥ 4 Comments

Happy Monday! Get ready for an explosion of gorgeousness! Today, we’ve rounded up the 40 best handmade rings we’ve ever seen from engagement rings to wedding bands, along with a few more casual rings for everyday wear. Instead of buying a mass produced ring from a factory, we encourage you to consider buying handmade. Handmade rings are custom for the recipient and made just for them… not pulled from a factory line and shipped to the masses. Read on to see the gorgeous handmade rings we’ve discovered including details like initials, “carvings”, twig-inspired styles, infinity rings, and much, much more. Enjoy!

40 Best Handmade Rings Ever

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Napa Valley Engagement: Sarah + Matt

Posted June 26, 2012 by EmmalineBride | ♥ Leave a Comment!

You’ll love this Napa Valley engagement session! Sarah, the future bride to be, has a strong affection for Napa Valley and its beautiful vineyards. The perfect location for their engagement photos were at Domaine Chandon in Yountville, CA. Sarah and Matt held hands and had fun strolling through the vineyard. As they walked along, Matt pulled Sarah close for an embraced kiss, dipped her as she laughed, and gazed into her eyes. Matt adding a little bad boy attitude brought along a Chevelle SS muscle car, so cool and hip they just had to pose with it. They finished off their Napa Valley engagement session near the Wine Train, an elegant and fully restored train that takes visitors through Napa’s most breathtaking vineyards. They’ll be married in November at the Viansa Winery in Sonoma. Capturing the many instants Sarah and Matt shared this day was Napa photographer Jen from Photography by Jen Philips. See this cute couple and their wonderful day after the jump…