2013
What’s in My Closet Featuring Alison Lassiter
Mrs. Alison Lassiter is one of my favorite fashionable friends. Always sporting some ridiculously fabulous handbag, she can be seen toting everything from Louis Vuitton, Gucci and Jimmy Choo. In fact, when I get my hands on some new leather over-the-shoudler goodness she is one of the few people I boast to about my new purchase! And since she has such a tremendous eye for fashion, it’s no coincidence that she is an amazing photographer. Her company, Alison Lassiter Photography, is based in Connecticut and captures the most dreamy pictures of couples in love on their wedding day.
I loved reading Alison’s write up for our What’s in My… blog series and I know you will, too. Without further adieu, here is Alison in her own words describing her style and what she loves most in that treasure trove closet of hers!
“Style is so subjective, and it has little to do with what’s fashionable or on-trend. It’s wearing what you love; what makes you feel most confident. My personal style is pretty simple: comfortable chic. I gravitate towards effortless pieces that can transition from day to night. I love to incorporate special accessories and statement pieces into my daily wardrobe, so I tend to keep my clothing, for the most part, pretty easy and free of adornment. Except for sequins. There’s always room for a little sparkle. “
Here are some of Alison’s favorite things…
Beloved & one-of-a-kind
I saw these heels and had to have them. It was that kind of love. Forget the price tag ($328); forget the impracticality (they have a yellow silk upper). They would be unique. They would be memorable. They would be mine.
When I first showed them to my adorable, and practical, sister she said, “Alison, really? Those are gorgeous, but you can only wear them inside of a museum.” Hence, why they were dubbed my “museum shoes” between her and I. If she only knew how much I enjoy them! I was actually fearful of photographing them for this feature because when you look closely you can see some of the wear, but I really wanted all of you to see the beauty of a well-made, well-worn wardrobe favorite.
So, how did I justify the investment? I’m a sucker for statement pieces. The cherry on top is that I knew I’d be the only person in my social circle with a pair. I love that I can wear these heels once and, without fail, people who are seeing them for the first time continue to ask me about them for years to come. | Rachel Comey Silk Flora Pin Dot Heels from Anthropologie {pictured above}
Accessories Galore
Two of my most favorite smaller accessories are glamorous staples that I gifted myself. This vintage Louis Vuitton piece is special to me because I got it from an online reseller of vintage and used goods, and I got a superb deal on it. It’s the perfect size. I use it these days primarily as a wallet, but it can also be used as a clutch. I love the gusseted pockets and the small zipper compartment under the flap!
I once read that you should always splurge on anything you put on your face, because it is, after all, the first thing people see when they look at you. Ever since then, I’ve invested in designer sunglasses, lotions and creams, because they just make you look and feel fabulous. These are my current favorites by Karen Walker. They feature a modern spin on the traditional cat eye that will flatter any face shape. | Vintage Louis Vuitton Monogram Pochette Rabat (1985); Karen Walker Number One sunglasses in Crazy Tortoise {pictured above}
Merino wool sweaters
I practically collect fine-gauge knit merino wool sweaters from J.Crew. Cardigans, crewnecks, turtlenecks — doesn’t matter. I am in total lust with their coziness during our chilly New England winters. I own about a half dozen Tippi sweaters because they layer easily over blouses and under blazers, and the flattering crewneck looks amazing on everyone.
Billowy blouses
I have dozens of these breezy, light-as-air tops that pair perfectly with skinny jeans and flats for adorable and fashionable daytime weekend attire. Throw on a statement necklace and a blazer, and you’re set for a night out. | Blouses from The Limited; bubble necklace from J.Crew
Ballet flats
When I was in my 20s, I always felt like I had to wear heels because I’m only 5’2″. I wanted to be 5’6″ so badly. Huge mistake. I think I did irreversible damage on my lower back and, to this day, it is really difficult for me to wear a heel more than three inches high. Thank goodness ballet flats came back into style with a vengeance! They are the perfect addition to any outfit, come in a wide variety of colors, and, in my opinion, have just as significant of an impact as heels. I own about 25 pairs of ballets and never tire of wearing them.
Last year, in an interview with InStyle, Natalie Portman said that she really connected with Alber Elbaz of Lanvin because he always told her, “People will try to make you wear heels because you’re short. But that’s the most beautiful thing about you, so only wear flats.” She went on to say, “I’ve learned it’s very French to celebrate something about yourself that others might say is your flaw.”
I love that. (and we do too!)
The perfect party dress (+ heels!)
Here is my exception the rule with heels: they are a must when you are wearing a killer dress. You’ll hear most fashion critics say that a little black dress is the must-have in cocktail attire, but I don’t think cocktail dresses have to be black to be perfect. In fact, I have a few LBDs, but my favorite go-to dress is actually a simple, yet stunning, navy blue lace shift; it’s perfect with heels at a wedding, or to pair with black tights and flats for a more casual outfit, and the navy is a nice alternative to basic black. For the holidays I wanted something a bit more festive, so I went with this burgundy chiffon stunner. I love the fun gold foil dots and the one- shoulder detail. I paired it with these gorgeous sparkle heels for that little something extra.
Love for louis vuitton
My personal love for Louis Vuitton runs deep because my husband has bought me almost every piece I own. My favorite, and the most meaningful to me, is my Vernis Alma. On the morning of our second anniversary, I stepped out of the shower, wrapped a towel around myself and padded into our bedroom. On our bed was an enormous brown Louis Vuitton box. I absolutely squealed with excitement and I’m pretty sure I cried. Inside was the most beautiful bag I’ve ever seen. My husband just stood there grinning, so very pleased with what he had accomplished. I’m not easily surprised. He picked it out personally, and was convinced it would be the perfect addition to my fall wardrobe. He was so right. The rich aubergine hue is a pretty terrific neutral, and can be worn with a variety of colors.
Thank you Alison for sharing the treasures within your closet! To learn more about Alison and her photography visit her website and blog. xx!
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{image credit: headshot by jasmine balgobin }
2013
Mandi + Dan’s Destination Wedding in Costa Rica at Los Suenos Resort, Jaco as seen in Inside Weddings Magazine
I am so thrilled to share with you the gorgeous destination wedding of Mandi and Dan, now featured in the newest issue of Inside Weddings Magazine! Be sure to check out our portfolio page of Mandi + Dan in our wedding stories for more images.
Mandi and Dan were married in one of my all time favorite places on this earth: Costa Rica. I’ve been fortunate enough to have visited this beautiful country many times over the past few years and have made a lot of friends, memories, and participated in a few adventures! When Mandi and Dan got engaged they knew they wanted to have a destination wedding and as an avid surfer, Dan had traveled to Costa Rica on a boys trip a few moons ago and loved the country. While I was there on business, I scouted out some locations for them at Los Suenos Resort. They flew down shortly after and the rest is history!
They were married on the beach overlooking the bay just at sunset, spent some time at the local surf shop owned by my friend Alejandro, and dined with their guests at an amazing house known as Casa Marlin perched ontop of a mountain overlooking the rain forest. Can you say dreamy?
Guests were welcomed to Los Suenos with these amazing out of town bags designed by Mandi’s mom, who owns a company that creates these custom masterpieces. I absolutely adore mine and tote it to the beach whenever I get a chance!
Mandi’s vibrant color story was shades of sunset mixed with greens. I absolutely love the palette her bridesmaids wore in all different colors. Color was everywhere and as it should be; Costa Rica is a colorful country! We couldn’t have pulled this off without an amazing team, who I want to give kudos upon kudos to in our credit reel. Seriously. They are amazing.
Our ceremony was simple: a pretty structure draped with white linen, some benches with comfy cushions, parasols to shield guests from the sun, and THE Roberto Congoman on music. They have a CD. We have it. It is awesome.
We took over Casa Marlin, hid the furniture in the garage, removed the sliding glass doors that went out to the infinity pool and threw a rocking party. Long tables with centerpieces designed by Tony of Datura: A Modern Garden– mostly using foliage (and y’all say you don’t want foliage but look how pretty it is!) found in the houses garden. Yup. All the flowers you see– everywhere– from the bouquets to the centerpieces– Tony collected from the land. That’s what Tony does! He’s a floral magician.
Guests danced under a disco ball, aptly provided by our kick ass DJ who surprised us all with some blazing tunes. At some point in the night folks started diving in the pool fully clothed. We knew that was going to happen!
I have to say that I adore Mandi and Dan and their families. This amazing weekend filled with unique challenges (that only a destination wedding can bring! ever try to get a golf cart up a mountain? I don’t encourage it), lots of laughs, tears of joy, and feeling like you are more than just the wedding planner but an extended member of the family is the reason why I love what I do. I’m grateful to know that I get the opportunity to share in special life moments like this– where family histories are born. What an honor it is to have this job!
And without further adieu, here is the lovely wedding story of Mandi and Dan, as only Carla Ten Eyck can tell through that magic lens of hers. And be SURE to watch the amazing AMAZING AMAZING video by Jim Altieri of Vintage Cinema. Pura Vida! xx
Mandy and Dan Get Married from Jim Altieri on Vimeo.
Credit Reel
Bridal Gown: Modern Trousseau
Bridal Boutique: The White Dress by the shore
Cake/Catering: El Buensabor Chef Privado and Catering Service
Event Planning: Candice Coppola for Jubilee Events
Floral Design: Datura: A Modern Garden
Menswear: J.Crew
Invitations: Renaissance Writtings
Jewelry: Portobello Jewelers
Linens: Eventos Boadicea
Photography: Carla Ten Eyck
Rehearsal Dinner: The Terrace Lounge at Los Suenos Resort Marina Village
Rentals: Eventos Boadicea
Venue: Casa Marlin at Los Suenos
Videography: Vintage Cinema
2013
A Modern Black & White Wedding Photoshoot for WellWed Magazine
Be sure to pick up a copy of the newest issue of WellWed Magazine to see the gorgeous layout of this photoshoot in their glossy pages!
The inspiration for this shoot all started after picking up a copy of the coffee table book from Alexander McQueen’s show at the MET, Savage Beauty. I was lucky enough to wander endlessly through this exhibition with my friend Nichole Michel of Coral Pheasant when it came into town, and even at that time, I was largely inspired by McQueen’s Autumn / Winter collection of crisply tailored, fitted, and masculine jackets, skirts, pants and dresses. McQueen once said (and noted by a byline in the book next to images of this exhibit), “I want to empower women. I want people to be afraid of the women I dress.”
In tossing ideas around with our team, we set out to create a story of feminine meets masculine. I drafted up a pinterest board (the first time we’ve used one for our shoot!) and the rest is history.
We put together a simple color story of black and white, with shades of grey. Everywhere within the shoot you’ll see tailored lines, crisp typography, and masculine details like fitted jackets and top hats mixed with feminine frill of tulle and jewels. The fashion for this shoot was flawless, and leave it to none other than Beth Chapman to source some of the sickest accessories and custom made pieces, like the couture black suit made by Valentino Tailors. My favorite fashion look of the day is a toss up between our frilly tulle skirted dress with sexy black leather gloves, and the tulle skirt mixed with a tailored jacket– no shirt underneath. I also got to play a bit with my own closet here, bringing in my nude Jimmy Choo pumps and my most favorite and best shoe investment ever: my miu miu glitter booties.
Tony of Datura: A Modern Garden created a myriad of unqiue bouquets– everything from an embellished cane, to a whip (hello!) and some floral handcuffs (whew!). What I love most about Tony is that he’s never afraid to cross over boundaries, create something suggestive but beautiful and completely necessary. To me, he is my real life Alexander McQueen.
Our tablescape might be my favorite yet; simple in color with a lot of textures that don’t seem to compete. I love the sequin black and white chevron linen from La Tavola– the pattern is a sexy take on the stripe, and the sequin gives us our feminine edge. Pinned on top, we boxed out the tablescape with a quilted leather linen from Nuage Designs. Our enormous white containers, smooth with a sensuous shape, held long rectangular boxes trimmed out with black sequin fabric, brimming with white tulips. On the table, we layered plates and things to create dimension; I am especially fond of these curvaceous plates from BHLDN and the “stick” shaped drink stirrers in our white glassware. Even the chairs are sexy, with their hard lines and grey color. At the last minute we decided they needed a pop, so Tony attached some orchids.
Nichole of Coral Pheasant created a luxurious paper story complete with patent leather like printing. Everything about this paper story is sleek, simple, sexy and is an attribute to how delicious typography really is!
And of course, who else could shoot this madness except the effervescent Carla Ten Eyck and company? And don’t forget to peep the behind-the-scenes video by none other than Jim Altieri at the end, with interviews from the designers themselves!
Credit Reel
Cake: Hope Wright-Martell, A Little Imagination Cakes
Design & Coordination: Candice Coppola, Jubilee Events
Event Rentals: Nuage Designs, La Tavola, Party Rentals LTD.
Additional tabletop items were provided by BHLDN
Floral Design: Tony Palmieri AFID, Datura: A Modern Garden
Tuxedo: Custom Tuxedo by Valentino Tailors, Gowns: David Fielden, Modern Trousseau, Amsale, and Amy Kuschel from The White Dress by the Shore
Corsets: Beneath the Gown
Fashion Styling: Beth Chapman, The White Dress by the Shore
Hair: Terri L. Coon, Timothy Pammemt Salon
Invitations, Menus and Placecards: Nichole Michel
Calligraphy/Placecards: Abany Bauer, Brown Linen Goods
Makeup: Jennie Fresa & Maureen Sullivan of Jennie Fresa Makeup and Skincare Boutiquerie
Photography: Carla Ten Eyck, Carla Ten Eyck Photography
Reception Site: New Haven Lawn Club in New Haven, CT
Cinematography: Jim Altieri, Jim Altieri?s Vintage Cinema
2013
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2012
Paper Crush: Britt & Peter’s Save the Dates
We are totally crushing on our clients’ paper stories as of late, largely in part to the talented genius of Nichole Michel at Coral Pheasant Stationery + Design. She happens to be responsible for about 99% of our clients invitation stories, including this boozy save the date for Britt and Peter, who were married at Jonathan Edwards Winery this past September. They wanted something fun to send their guests, most of which were traveling from far and wide to attend their destination wedding on the Connecticut Shoreline. Nichole dreamed up this fun save the date with a red wine stain and some cheeky language. Love!
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