Calling any of Jose Villa’s photos outtakes seems sort of ridiculous, but here they are, more goodies from the Rue shoot. Above, Santa Barbara at sunset…

For the first setup of the day, I had a few adriondecks brought in from Found, pillows from Yeah Rentals and I brought a funky wicker side table and put my big brass swan filled with wax flowers on top of it.

For flowers, I wanted it to be very loose and very spring… I used lilac, tulips, ranunculus and jasmine vine. The basket was a thrift store find (love the aqua and blue pattern) and the main table’s container was from Anthropologie. Plates, flatware and glassware available for rental for the amazing Casa de Perrin.

After shooting the table and one look on the docks, we moved to the boat…

This dress didn’t make it into the magazine, but I’m obsessed with it! Its Rachel Zoe and the dress moves so pretty in the wind… I accessorized with a few chunky gold necklaces and a gold hammered cuff. Big thank you again to all who helped contribute!

I was so honored to do the Spring Harbor editoiral for Rue and to get the cover no less! The editorial came about when I saw Anne at the Design Sponge book signing in LA. Jose Villa and I had already been talking about a lifestyle shoot for a while and this seemed like the perfect venue for it. (Above aidrondeck from Found, the view of the pier, and the “crew” from left: myself, Cynthia Beard of Life Styled, Anne Sage of Rue & City Sage, Diana of Casa de Perrin, Rebecca Buenik, Jessica Nicole, and Jeni of Found Vintage Rentals).

I’ve sailed the Santa Barbara Harbor a few times before, so I knew the view of the shore would make the perfect backdrop for my little “Santa Barbara Chic” inspired editorial. So I went and found the prettiest sailboat I could…

There were sea lions, a whole pod of dolphins and of course these folks you might recognize… Jose Villa in action and Anne Sage enjoying the boat ride.

Thank you so much to Rue for the opportunity, Jose Villa for the stunning photos (and willingness to jump from one boat to another to get the overall boat shot– no I’m not kidding), Joel Serrato for his searingly beautiful film, Samantha from Could I have that & Dressed/Ready for letting me borrow all the pretty clothes (and helping me wardrobe style as well), Cat & Amy of Tresor Vintage at 33 Jewels for the pretty baubles, the amazing rentals courtesy of Found, Casa de Perrin and Yeah Rentals, Beta Unit for the hip male wardrobe, Duo Events for the beautiful food, Leslie Lewis Sigler for the hand painted oar menu, Noelle of Chateau Belle for the beautiful hair & makeup, our two models, Brandon & Rachel for rolling with the swells and the Santa Barbara Sailing Center for their pretty boat, Jenny Lane.

Photos from top: 1. Jeni of Found 2. Diana of Casa de Perrin (right & left & bottom) 3. Jose Villa on iphone 4. Jessica Nicole (right & left) 5. me (right), Anne Sage (left) 6. Anne Sage

Today’s stunning wedding was designed by the bride, Tamara, and photographed by Beaux Arts Photographie.

The beautiful flowers by Camille at Modern Day Design incorporated cafe au lait dahlias, pink veronica, succulents and silvery brunia.

The accessories for the wedding day are too die for! Lace from the mother of the bride’s wedding dress was used to make Tamara’s garter, such a sweet way to incorporate her family’s heirlooms.

Tamara’s present to her groom, Roland. A beautiful watch…

The simple ceremony was held at Butterfly Beach under an arbor the groom made. Bird seed packets were set out for guests to toss…

I love Tamara’s Enzoani wedding dress, the lace is to die for and the simple fingertip veil is the perfect accent… Stay tuned for part two, the reception!

I love this soft and romantic color palette with its delicate grays, soft pinks and aquas… Quite simply chic… Would you consider it for your wedding day?

One pair is never quite enough…

I’m so in love with this adorable pink and aqua wedding photographed by Beaux Arts Photographie.

For the ceremony, the bride made a backdrop of floaty pink and aqua fabric, that swayed in the breeze…

The bride’s bouquet was made up of garden roses, peonies and hydranga. For a keepsake of the day, a clock engraved with the couple’s wedding day was carried by the groom.

Brass bells were hung on aqua board for guests to ring after the couple’s kiss.

Pink and gold tea cups make a pretty vignette and aqua striped wine bottles are given as bridesmaid’s gifts…

The bridesmaids wore flowly pink chiffon dresses with greek sandals, hitting the perfect relaxed garden vibe…

Seating cards on lines of twine and elegant calligraphy is used for signs…

Pink dahlias, delicious flatbread, champagne, and a gorgeous pink cake all make for a relaxed and beautiful wedding reception…

Neon seems to be popping up every where.. I love the idea of a wedding design with touches of neon that is still really, really, elegant (it would be such a fun design challenge).

How rad would a neon wall be for a ceremony backdrop? SO RAD.

I love this sweet elopement photographed  by Patrick Moyer on Harbour Island… Can’t you just smell the salt water?

The color of water, some quite time with the one you love, sounds like perfection…

Oh what a tuesday shoesday… I love these gorgeous Louboutins paired with an equally gorgeous aqua and god box. I will take one of each please!

I love an ethereal and frothy wedding gown… It just seems so comfortable and elegant. Add in a dash of color in the jewelry and you’ve got a modern wedding day style…

Don’t you just love how this dress moves and how the collar frames the face? Its so pretty and designed by the always lovely, Alina Pizzano. Would you wear a floaty dress paired with modern jewelry down the aisle?