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Kayla & Edward Get Married – Wedding Album

29 Thursday Oct 2015

Posted by melissaoconnor in Real Weddings, Weddings

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bride and groom, colorado wedding, gray star design, kayla and edward, real wedding, wedding, wedding album, wedding inspiration

This month I had the pleasure of designing the wedding album for Kayla and Edward, a Colorado couple. Their wedding was filled with unique and heartfelt touches and the landscape was simply stunning. Their wanted their vows and wedding song lyrics incorporated as well, which I always recommend, and they decided on my digital linen album in navy. A beautiful day for a super cute Mr. and Mrs. Here is a little sneak peak into their album.

Kayla & Edward Get Married - Wedding Album

Kayla & Edward Get Married - Wedding Album

Kayla & Edward Get Married - Wedding Album

Kayla & Edward Get Married - Wedding Album

Kayla & Edward Get Married - Wedding Album

Kayla & Edward Get Married - Wedding Album

Kayla & Edward Get Married - Wedding Album

Kayla & Edward Get Married - Wedding Album

Kayla & Edward Get Married - Wedding Album

Kayla & Edward Get Married - Wedding Album

Kayla & Edward Get Married - Wedding Album

Kayla & Edward Get Married - Wedding Album

Kayla & Edward Get Married - Wedding Album

Kayla & Edward Get Married - Wedding Album

Kayla & Edward Get Married - Wedding Album

Colleen + Ryan – Wedding Album

25 Tuesday Aug 2015

Posted by melissaoconnor in Real Weddings, Weddings

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album design, black and white wedding, buffalo wedding, classic wedding, colleen and ryan, custom album design, custom wedding album, design, elegant wedding, gray star design, traditional wedding, wedding album

I have been working alongside Colleen for about two years now. We started with her save the dates, which led to designing all her wedding stationery for the big day. I loved the elegant and classic style each item reflected and knew everything would come together beautifully. You can imagine I was excited to design her and Ryan’s wedding album a year after the event, as well as their parent albums. Finally, I got to see photos of the event and it really was spectacular.

It has been such a pleasure creating all these special items for this couple. I have also designed stationery for their friends and family, and am so thankful for Colleen referring me to all the special people in her life. Here is a little peek into their album. They chose my digital linen in light gray, such a pretty choice. All photos were taken by the talented Nathan Peracciny. Enjoy!

Colleen + Ryan: Wedding Album

Colleen + Ryan: Wedding Album

Colleen + Ryan: Wedding Album

Colleen + Ryan: Wedding Album

Colleen + Ryan: Wedding Album

Colleen + Ryan: Wedding Album

Colleen + Ryan: Wedding Album

Colleen + Ryan: Wedding Album

Colleen + Ryan: Wedding Album

Colleen + Ryan: Wedding Album

Colleen + Ryan: Wedding Album

Colleen + Ryan: Wedding Album

Katherine + Carlos – Wedding Album

12 Monday Jan 2015

Posted by melissaoconnor in Real Weddings, Weddings

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custom wedding album, destination wedding, gray star design, mexico, wedding, wedding album

Before the holidays I had a huge order for a client who wanted me to design three albums, two of which were wedding albums for her daughters and the other was a small digital album showcasing her granddaughters travels. Today I am sharing the beautiful wedding of Katherine and Carlos that took place in Mexico. From the breathtaking surroundings to the gorgeous couple themselves, this was a day to remember. Here is a little peek into their special day. Enjoy!

Katherine + Carlos - Wedding Album

Katherine + Carlos - Wedding Album

Katherine + Carlos - Wedding Album

Katherine + Carlos - Wedding Album

Katherine + Carlos - Wedding Album

Katherine + Carlos - Wedding Album

Katherine + Carlos - Wedding Album

Katherine + Carlos - Wedding Album

Katherine + Carlos - Wedding Album

Katherine + Carlos - Wedding Album

Katherine + Carlos - Wedding Album

Katherine + Carlos - Wedding Album

Jessica + Ken Tie the Knot

21 Friday Nov 2014

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classic, hooked, jessica tripodo, jimmy choo, ken powers, lindsey thorne, marthas vineyard, monique huillier, nautical, rustic wedding, save the dates, val cakes, wedding, wedding invitations

I was contacted by Jessica back in February of 2013 to design her and Ken’s save the dates. They were planning a Martha’s Vineyard wedding that September and it all sounded so exciting! The island was a special spot for these two lovebirds, as they frequently visited for vacation and it was the place they got engaged. I love the New England area so all the details Jessica was sharing sounded really beautiful and right up my alley.

They chose my Vintage Whale save the date which set the tone for the nautical inspired event. It was actually the customized version I created for them that I eventually fell in love with, so this is what I sell today. Thanks Jess! We both got along so well and found we have a lot in common so it was such a pleasure working with her. She also hired me to design her brother’s fiancĂ© bridal shower invites, her sister’s save the dates and engagement party invites, as well as her holiday cards, which was a lot of fun. Again, for her sister’s party I created custom invites and wound up loving it so much, you can now find it in my shop. I call it Whimsical Harvest.

So, May came around and we started working on the invitations for the wedding. What a journey that was. She really wanted beautiful paper so I sampled a few different types and we both decided on this gorgeous handmade paper with deckled edges by Green Field Paper Company. It was tricky to work with as far as printing but the invitations turned out amazing. They included a postcard rsvp, custom map of the events on the island, and reception card, all tied up with twine and a small tag with their initials. They chose recycled brown envelopes and kraft paper for the tag to bring in that rustic feel. I was so happy when Jessica told me she got tons of compliments.

Jessica + Ken Tie the Knot - Wedding Invitations by Gray Star Design

I also designed most of the wedding decor. The menus were rustic and listed local food, the programs and setting cards were navy on white and showcased the clean, nautical style they love, and the welcome guide I created for all their guests included the vintage whale from the save the dates and tons of information of what to do and where to go during the event weekend. Their thank you cards were simple and classic, you can find them in my shop.

Jessica + Ken Tie the Knot - Design by Gray Star Design

The ceremony was held at St. Elizabeth’s Catholic Church in Edgartown and the reception followed at Hooked in Oak Bluffs where everyone enjoyed cocktails and local, fresh cuisine. The newlyweds took a slice from a gorgeous cake made by Val Cakes and danced the night away with all the people they loved. What a day it was.

Jessica + Ken Tie the Knot

I am so happy their day was amazing. Not that I thought it wouldn’t be. Finally seeing the photos from that weekend really made me smile. It all came together perfectly and they both looked stunning. I love how they brought rustic elements into the nautical, classic setting, it was all really beautiful. And they just look so happy. I am sure it was a day they will never forget. Here is a little peek, enjoy! All photographs were taking by the talented Lindsey Thorne.

Jessica + Ken Tie the Knot = Photography by Lindsey Thorne

Jessica + Ken Tie the Knot = Photography by Lindsey Thorne

Jessica + Ken Tie the Knot = Photography by Lindsey Thorne

Jessica + Ken Tie the Knot = Photography by Lindsey Thorne

Jessica + Ken Tie the Knot = Photography by Lindsey Thorne

Jessica + Ken Tie the Knot = Photography by Lindsey Thorne

Jessica + Ken Tie the Knot = Photography by Lindsey Thorne

Jessica + Ken Tie the Knot = Photography by Lindsey Thorne

Jessica + Ken Tie the Knot = Photography by Lindsey Thorne

Jessica + Ken Tie the Knot = Photography by Lindsey Thorne

Jessica + Ken Tie the Knot = Photography by Lindsey Thorne

Jessica + Ken Tie the Knot = Photography by Lindsey Thorne

Jessica + Ken Tie the Knot = Photography by Lindsey Thorne

Jessica + Ken Tie the Knot = Photography by Lindsey Thorne

Jessica + Ken Tie the Knot = Photography by Lindsey Thorne

Jessica + Ken Tie the Knot = Photography by Lindsey Thorne

Jessica + Ken Tie the Knot = Photography by Lindsey Thorne

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