Adorable, no?! I’m a sucker for dogs in photos- you all know that by now! ;) I love those letters that they used too… perfect to use at the wedding as decor! That’s a great thing to keep in mind for your engagement photos- if you want a prop of some kind, either use something close to your heart (puppy dog!) or something that you can use again at your wedding! :) A huge thank you to Kate Triano for sharing this session with us! Oh, and don’t forget to check out her ELV listing to see more of her amazing work!

{The winner of the Blogiversary Table Number Giveaway will be announced today at 5pm EST! You still have time to get your comment entries in if you haven’t already!!! Do it!}

Okay, now moving on, I have this adorably sweet Fall tablescape from Robin Nathan Photography to share with you all today! It’s was fashioned as inspiration for an engagement party, complete with doughnuts as the centerpiece! YUM! I have a little bit about the shoot from Jamie, the designer and “model” for the shoot!

As we were discussing the photo shoot concept, we kept coming back to the fact that we wanted it to look comfortable, lovely, and inspired by all things autumn. As I thought about what comfort and autumn meant to me, I couldn’t help but reflect on the many autumns I had spent in the Midwest finding comfort in my mother’s cooking, the crispy crunch of orange-y, golden leaves, and lots of steaming cups of tea paired with sweet treats.

One of my fondest fall memories took place in Michigan at the Dexter Cider Mill, where I stood in line for an hour in early November waiting for their famous apple cider doughnuts. My friend and I sat out back and savored the fresh, warm doughnuts between gloved fingers and warmed our bones with hot apple cider, enjoying the clear skies through the changing foliage. Though I live in Atlanta now, I thought it would be fun to recreate my favorite fall memory in the Dexter Cider Mill and the Irwin Street Market provided the perfect backdrop. We made the doughnuts the focal point of the table and used simple materials reminiscent of the Midwest like wheat and river birch branches to bring the room to life.

My favorite part of the room was the sky blue walls that really reminded me of the sunny Midwest skies on a clear, cloudless Fall afternoon. We wanted the room to reflect a laid back, craft- meets -vintage engagement party where every guest leaves with their sweet tooth satisfied. Robin sweetly asked that my fiance and I pose for the shoot, as we were recently engaged, and still living on the “high” of our engagement. It was so fun to share this moment with my honey, as he got to see what really happens when I spend hours perfecting my DIY style.

So adorable, right? I love all of the Fall elements- absolutely perfect for today, being that’s it Thanksgiving and all! Thanks to Robin Nathan Photography for sharing this sweet shoot with us!

I’m so thankful for all of you who are a part of ELD! Thank you for allowing me to do what I love and educate and inspire all of you! And of course thank you for being so amazing! Have a Happy Thanksgiving everyone! :)

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So CUTE! I love their outfits too- it definitely makes them stand out among the crowd! A huge thank you to Indigo Photography for sharing this fun county fair engagement session with us!

If you haven’t already had your e-session, what are you planning? Or if you already had yours, what did you do? Anything fun and special?!

 And now pardon me while I go get some marshmallows and build a fire… seriously. My husband just got home and we’re going to store! ;) A big thanks to Elisa B. Photography for sharing this beautiful, cozy session with us!

So how many of you have your engagement sessions scheduled for sometime this fall? And who’s going to do something fun like this for it?!

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Jen & Scotlin – Navy Proposal from Natalie on Vimeo.

Wow, I just LOVE their emotion! How awesome is it to capture the elated emotions of JUST getting engaged?! And thanks to Natalie Franke, we’re able to witness it! What a GREAT way to start the week- with a surprise and tons of love! :)

So tell me- what’s your proposal story? Were you able to have anyone capture it, or did you revel in your happiness in private?

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Adorable! I love it! It’s perfect for the couple and that’s exactly what I like to see- something that reflects the couple and their life together. How many of you are doing (or have done) a little something special for your engagement session?

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Photography: Matthew R Photo | Rentals: Lucky Day Emporium

What a great way to end a session- with some beers! What are you planning on doing for your e-session? Or what have you already done? Anything fun?? A big thanks to Kat Braman for sharing this beautiful e-session with us!

Awesome photography, and I love the Mr and Mrs chairs! Definitely something that can be used for the wedding! A big thank you to Tea & Honey Photo for sending this e-session in! Can’t wait to see this wedding too! :)

It doesn’t get any better than oranges and balloons! Oh wait- that light in the last shots is pretty amazing. Thank you to Jordan Weiland for sharing this gorgeous session with us!