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styled shoot

Unlike many wedding blogs, we don’t run a ton of styled shoots — photo shoots that use models instead of real couples — for reasons addressed here. That said, once a month or so, we see a shoot that’s so full of gorgeousness and lovely ideas that we feel compelled to share it. If you’re a photographer who would like to submit your styled shoot, click here.

Janelle Monáe-inspired Dandy Queen wedding inspiration that's dapper and stylish as hell

Janelle Monáe-inspired Dandy Queen wedding inspiration that’s dapper and stylish as hell

We’re loving the sapeur look of Dandy Queen style, which showcases amazingly dapper women rocking chic suits and menswear with panache. It’s cultural impact and rich roots make anyone who takes on the style an inspiration. For this particular wedding inspiration, Janelle Monáe was a huge influence since she has showcased the style impeccably.

So much edgy floral goodness at this urban art + distillery wedding inspiration

So much edgy floral goodness at this urban art + distillery wedding inspiration

With a lacy black gown and accompanying crown, cranberry cocktails, a custom tailored burgundy wool suit (with an antique honeybee pin), wrought iron, floral, and candle details, and dramatic proteas all around, this edgy wedding inspiration is totally bad-ass and chic at the same time.

It all took place in Hartford, Connecticut at Hartford Flavor Co. (a unique artisan liqueur distillery) and Hog River Brewing Co. (a favorite local brewery). A hand-painted vegan leather jacket and towering black wedding cake are a few of the must-see details…

Hot pink carnival meets rainbows & tulle at this Brooklyn vow renewal

Hot pink carnival meets rainbows & tulle at this Brooklyn vow renewal

This vow renewal inspiration with real couple Holly and Topher was inspired by a modern carnival and Holly’s bright pink hair.They wore their pink wedding attire from their wedding day and custom coordinated the tablescape, florals, stationary, and cake to match it all and look AMAZING.

The pink dress and matching ombre jacket are going to slay you…

Let's relive a seriously sweet surprise proposal at this engagement shoot in Spain

Let’s relive a seriously sweet surprise proposal at this engagement shoot in Spain

Álvaro and Josechu met while they were both playing in an opera orchestra which sounds terribly romantic to me. They fell in love and five years later, a proposal happened.

One morning, Álvaro found a note that lead him to the garden where Josechu had prepared a private picnic brunch… or at least that’s what got Álvaro to walk over…