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Moody and Timeless Orchard House Wedding

Moody and Timeless Orchard House Wedding

by | Feb 1, 2022 | Wedding

The many couples who planned their weddings during the pandemic had to be flexible with their venue, their wedding date, and even their guest lists. Anna and Anthony were no strangers to these challenges—although you’d never guess their Orchard House wedding had any issues. By keeping their guest list low and hosting their wedding virtually, they created an intimate and timeless wedding. 

With a sword arch sendoff, a handfasting ceremony, guest poem readings, and the moody weather, their wedding had so many fun and unique details. To end the very special evening, they shared a special first dance that was unlike any other. Thankfully, Junebug member Nikk Nguyen Photo captured the day so keep scrolling to see what we mean. 

The Couple:

Anna and Anthony

The Wedding:

Texas Hill Country Orchard House, Austin, Texas, USA

Their First Look

The first look was something our photographer suggested and I was surprised how nervous we both were about it. I surprised my husband in a different dress so seeing his face was perfect. It was a wonderful and private shared moment of happiness before the big event.

Having An Orchard House Wedding

The pandemic drove our wedding venue choice. We were quite limited in what was even available. But, we chose an Airbnb that was honestly our dream spot.

Personalizing Their Wedding

We wrote our own vows and chose poems to read during the ceremony—one of which my husband wrote! We also had a handfasting portion that was officiated by a dear friend.

Working With Nikk Nguyen Photo

It was a dream to work with Nikk Nguyen Photo! He got every shot we could have wanted and snapped touching keepsakes we’ll always treasure. He stayed back to let the day happen but was full of gentle and very helpful direction for our portraits.

The Wedding Team:

Photography – Nikk Nguyen Photo
Venue – Texas Hill Country Orchard House

Congratulations to Anna and Anthony on their moody Orchard House wedding! Big shoutout to Junebug member Nikk Nguyen Photo for capturing and sharing this day with us. See more of his work on his profile of photographers from around the world. 

If you’re in the midst of planning your own wedding, remember that this day is about you and your partner. Create the wedding of your dreams, pay homage to your favorite things, and remember that it’s a day to celebrate your love. If you need help on your planning journey, we’ve got everything you’ll need right here.

 

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Intimate Terracotta Color Palette Olowalu Beach Wedding

Intimate Terracotta Color Palette Olowalu Beach Wedding

by | Jan 30, 2022 | Wedding

From oceanfront “I do’s” to a reception under the stars, this Olowalu beach wedding is proof micro weddings don’t have to be boring. With the help of wedding planner Bixby and Pine, Katie and Zach were able to bring to life an intimate, unique nuptial that celebrated their love for Hawaii and each other.

With both ocean and mountain views, Olowalu Plantation House was the perfect venue for this Hawaii-loving couple. They wanted Hawaii’s natural beauty to be the main event, with minimal decor and a terracotta color palette—subtle and show-stopping. Tropical florals by Reed and Rye were incorporated into the ceremony backdrop, bouquets, and reception tables to cohesively blend the ceremony and reception areas. 

Photographer and Junebug member Emma Quinn captured every moment and decor detail that’ll have you dreaming of hosting a smaller celebration. Get your Pinterest boards ready and keep scrolling for unique weddinginspiration we guarantee you’ll want to revisit. Plus, you won’t want to miss the traditional Hawaiian unity ceremony, neon aloha sign, and laid-back fashion. 

Photographer’s Thoughts On This Olowalu Beach Wedding

Katie and Zach took their time planning their Olowalu beach wedding. They’ve lived in Hawaii and decided it was important for their guests to experience this place they love so dearly. It really was an intimate wedding for the books.

The Couple:

Katie and Zach

The Wedding:

Maui, Hawaii

Sharing Their Love For Hawaii And Each Other

We prioritized many things when planning our wedding. First, having lots of time together as a couple. Prioritizing our time together in the day-of itinerary allowed us to really take in what was happening! Secondly, showing off the beauty of Hawaii to all our loved ones. Zach and I have spent the past three winters on the island, so it’s an important place to us. We wanted to be able to show our guests why it holds such a special place in our hearts.

Working With Photographer Emma Quinn

Working with Emma Quinn was easy and effortless. We’ve worked with Emma many times. She’s always had such an eye for capturing moments, taking a step back, and painting the picture of the day. Emma is a true storyteller! She’s also just a really fun and sweet person to have around. My family and friends just loved her. We also spent a night in a tiny cabin in Yosemite for our engagement session, then spent sunrise to sunset together, and never got sick of each other. Love that chick.

A Venue With Ocean And Mountain Views 

We’re so proud of how beautiful the venue was. I think all our guests were blown away when they arrived. The Olowalu Plantation House sits right on the water. From one side you have a view of the ocean and from the other side you have a view of the mountains. It had all of the Hawaii vibe we were going for. 

 

Local Beers Only At The Reception 

I loved that we served local beers and seltzers from Maui Brewing Company, Kona Brewing Company, and Ola Brewing Company. We had a beer pong table that was so fun during the reception. Honestly, we were proud of most elements of the day. We’re so happy with how it came together.

The Importance Of Hiring A Wedding Planner 

Our advice to couples everywhere is to hire a wedding planner! We’re in the wedding industry ourselves and we almost tried to do it on our own. After a few months of planning, we realized that the biggest gift we could give ourselves was hiring someone. Bixby and Pine did everything—I mean everything. It allowed us to solely focus on each other and let us really take in the meaning of the day. Let me say it louder for the people in the back: a wedding planner is a gift to yourselves! 

 

Incorporate Loved Ones In The Wedding 

The most memorable part of the day was our ceremony. And trust me, I wasn’t expecting that. But when you really love the person you’re marrying, saying your vows to one another in front of all your favorite people is pretty special. We were laughing, we were crying—it was just perfect. Plus, our officiant is our brother-in-law and he did such a good job centering the message around who we are as a couple. And my mom recited a bible verse about love. Then, we had a unity ceremony honoring Hawaiian culture. 

 

The Wedding Team:

Photography – Emma Quinn
Event Planning – Bixby and Pine
Ceremony + Reception Venue – Olowalu Plantation House
Floral Design – Reed and Rye
Catering – Food for the Soul Catering and Events
DJ – Michael of Maui DJ Services
Videography – Jay and Mack Films
Invitation Design – Kylie Morgan
Bridesmaids’ Apparel – Freepeople
Groomsmen’s Apparel – Topman
Rings – Devries Jewelers + Manly Bands
Rentals – Rio Event Design

 

Congratulations to Katie and Zach on their oceanfront Hawaiian nuptial. And big thanks to photographer and Junebug member Emma Quinn for capturing the love and laughter that radiated from this Olowalu beach wedding. 

 

Gorgeously Glam Micro Wedding in Greece

Gorgeously Glam Micro Wedding in Greece

by | Jan 27, 2022 | Wedding

There’s nothing more glamorous than tying the knot in far away places—this glam micro wedding in Crete, Greece is no exception. Yuliya and Pavlo wanted a day that prioritized comfort, fashion, and jaw-dropping views. Which was easy with local event planner Make Happy Memories by their side. 

This adventurous couple kicked off their celebration by exchanging romantic private beach “I do’s” at the Church of Ascension at Paleochora. This historic church added sentiment to their big day. It also made for an incredible photo backdrop when paired with pop-of-color florals by Manfler. That’s a double win. 

The mid-day ceremony took our breath away but this celebration truly came to life during their mountain top Art Villareception. The dreamy twenty-six person villa was complete with an infinity pool overlooking the bay of Mirabello, draped twinkle lights, and large chandeliers over the neutral reception table.

Whether you’re in search of destination wedding ideas or looking for ways to make your small wedding stand out, this is the inspiration you’ve been looking for. Get your Pinterest boards ready, these photos by Me and Georgia are filled with one-of-a-kind wedding inspo you’ll want to revisit.  

Me and Georgia’s Thoughts On This Glam Micro Wedding 

This was the first wedding we worked on after the covid restrictions were lifted. We were very happy to see destination micro weddings taking place again. It was a small wedding, but it was full of taste and elegance.

The Couple:

Yuliya and Pavlo

The Wedding:

Crete, Greece

The Struggle Of Planning A Destination Wedding 

We had to organize our wedding from far away. We ended up hiring a local wedding planner to help us avoid stress. That’s our biggest tip for couples planning a destination wedding—hire a local wedding planner. It’s really important to work with someone who really understands your desires and knows the area. 

Working With Me And Georgia

Hiring Me and Georgia was one of the best decisions we made while planning our wedding. They were super responsive, flexible, funny, and incredibly easy to work with. We knew that the photos would be the one thing we could cherish forever and we wanted them to be perfect. We cannot recommend them enough for every wedding day. 

A Reception With A View 

We chose Art Villa because of the unique and amazing landscape. With this venue we were able to rent a large modern villa for 26 people. 

The Wedding Team:

Photography – Me and Georgia
Event Planning + Invitation Design – Make Happy Memories
Ceremony Venue – Church of Ascension at Paleochora
Reception Venue – Art Villa
Floral Design – Manfler
Catering – Siganos Catering
Cake – Sugmar Sugarpaste Cakes
DJ – Ultra Special Events
Videography – Alexandros Ktistakis
Makeup Artist + Hair Styling – Natasha
Wedding Dress – Ellybride
Rentals – Ultra Special Events

Congratulations to Yuliya and Pavlo on their stunningly glam micro wedding in Crete, Greece. And big thanks to photographer Me and Georgia for capturing the special moments and details that make a destination wedding incredibly special.

Beautifully Blue Backyard Winter Wedding

Beautifully Blue Backyard Winter Wedding

by | Jan 23, 2022 | Wedding

With winter only a couple of months away, we’re soaking up as much winter wedding inspiration as possible. Ali and Joseph’s beautiful backyard wedding may have been small in size, but it had everything they asked for. From fur shawls to a stunning blue color palette perfect for the season to a decadent s’mores station.

Despite planning a wedding during COVID and having no wedding planner, the two transformed their backyard into a romantic backdrop, perfect for a micro wedding. But they did have some help from their friends and family! The team came together and tackled some serious DIY projects–including the flowers, the wedding lighting, and even the bride’s hair and makeup. 

Photographer Sopheak Smith did an amazing job of capturing how this ordinary space was converted into the perfect venue for the laid back couple. If you’re searching for creative ways to turn your own backyard into your dream venue, then keep scrolling!

The Couple:

Ali and Joseph

The Wedding:

Tulsa, Oklahoma, US

Simple Vibes At This Beautifully Blue Backyard Winter Wedding

Our backyard wedding was an eclectic boho chic blend of COVID-friendliness, child-proofness, convenience, whimsy, and low-stress beauty. As it was the second wedding for both of us, our main focus was our seven children becoming family with us. We transplanted a flowerbed, installed fence panels we found on Facebook marketplace, hung a lot of lights, ordered flowers online, and incorporated a lot of personal touches.

 

 

DIYing The Decor And Flowers

The florist–Joseph’s sister–could not come due to COVID, so my Matron of Honor stepped in to arrange the flowers and blew me away. Also, it became my Herculean task to hang lights around the backyard leading up to the wedding. I had attempted to hang–and ended up bursting many strands–of lights. The morning of the wedding, I asked my neighbor if we could bum some electricity from his outlet, and then realized we would have to rehang all the lights the opposite direction. I had to get ready, so I asked Joseph if he could do it and–amidst everything else he was doing–he didn’t even hesitate. He and a groomsman created the perfect ambiance for our post-sunset celebration. 

A Team Effort For The Bride’s Look

I love both a classy and earthy style. I ordered the dress online because I loved the look and shape, and I had a tailor add material under the lace because when it came in, it was see-through! I looked like a mermaid and it turned out perfect. I made the faux-fur wraps for the girls and myself because it was a winter outdoor wedding and we needed something warm. One of Joseph’s sisters is a hair stylist and took my naturally wavy hair to another level. And my Matron of Honor created my hair piece with hot glue and leftover flowers about 20-minutes before the ceremony began. I did my own makeup and had to send my sister-in-law to purchase some waterproof mascara for me since I figured I’d need it.

A Wide Selection Of Tasty Foods

Joseph is a taco enthusiast and his friend and business partner catered our reception with amazing tacos from his local restaurant. I own a business making locally-sourced bone broth, and we served it at the wedding, which was perfect for the cooler temperatures. Along with the wedding cake from Ludger’s, our groom’s cake was a cinnamon roll “cake” prepared by the owner of Missy’s Bakery–my family friend (who incidentally was also Joseph’s first boss)–and assembled by my mom. We also had a s’more station around a fire pit that was the kids’ favorite feature.

The Wedding Team:

Photography – Sopheak Smith
Catering – Taqueria Escondido
Cake – Ludger’s Bavarian Bakery
Officiant – Shane Hatfield
Invitation Design – Templett
Rentals – ABCO Rentals

 

Congratulations again to Ali and Joseph on their blue backyard winter wedding. And big thank you to Sopheak Smith for capturing the beauty of the day. To nail your own backyard wedding planning, be sure to check out our ultimate guide!

A Haute Couture Designer’s Glam Oasis Wedding

A Haute Couture Designer’s Glam Oasis Wedding

by | Jan 20, 2022 | Wedding

Your wedding day is one of the most memorable days of your life, so make it a multi-day party with your loved ones! That’s what Anne and Ahmad did for their glam Egyptian oasis wedding at Adrere Amellal. After preparing for their special day with excursions and a decadent dinner, the couple said “I do” in a small ceremony followed by a dance party under the stars and a firework show. 

With the help of planner Dina Iskander, the outdoor reception space was dressed up in an abundance of greenery and pampas grass, giving it a glitzy yet earthy aesthetic. It paired beautifully with the venue’s palm trees and desert facade. But it’s not just the decor we’re drooling over. Anne–an haute custom gown designer–created her own mermaid wedding gown, with beautiful intricate beading. Oh, and she also designed her rehearsal dress and her bridesmaids’ dresses too?

If you’re planning your own over-the-top destination wedding and you’re looking for some inspo, you’re not going to want to miss these gorgeous photos captured by Eslam Saleh. 

The Couple:

Anne and Ahmad

The Wedding:

Adrere Amellal, Siwa Oasis, Egypt

A Glimpse Into The Glam Oasis Wedding Weekend Festivities

The wedding took place over two days in the Siwa Oasis, a remote city in the western desert of Egypt. The pre-wedding day included a 4×4 caravan excursion into the Great Sand Sea, natural cold and hot springs, sandboarding, and traditional Siwan tea at sunset. The pre-wedding dinner and the wedding took place at the Adrere Amellal Eco-Lodge. 

 

Sustainable And Elegant Wedding Vibes

Adrere Amellal is a wholly sustainable resort comprising 40 unique, hand-built rooms. All the furniture and crafts in the hotel pay tribute to nature and talented local artisanship. With no electricity, the rooms are softly lit with a dozen beeswax candles and the starry desert sky. All meals were prepared using local ingredients in the traditional Amazigi Berber manner. Anne, an haute couture custom gown designer, created her own wedding gown, her pre-wedding gown, and all her bridesmaids’ dresses.

 

 

 

The Wedding Team:

Photography – Eslam Saleh
Event Planning – Dina Iskander
Reception Venue – Adrere Amellal
DJ – DJ Roro
Live Music – Armen Miran
Videography – Hassan Muhammad
Makeup Artist – Sally Rashid
Hair Styling – Mina Khamis
Wedding Dress – Anne L’Atelier
Groom’s Apparel – Bespoke Dubai

 

Congratulations again to Anne and Ahmad on their glam oasis wedding! Big thank you to Eslam Saleh for photographing their special day. If you’re in the beginning stages of wedding planning and these desert “I do’s” left you feeling inspired, check out these unconventional wedding venues for unique couples!

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