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Perfectly Boho Joshua Treehouse Elopement *

Perfectly Boho Joshua Treehouse Elopement *

by | Nov 23, 2021 | Wedding

Perfectly Boho Joshua Treehouse Elopement

While your wedding day is one of the most memorable days of your life, it’s also typically one of the most wasteful. So we love it when photographers and planners organize styled shoots that focus on sustainability. This perfectly boho Joshua Treehouse elopement–organized by photographer Eunice Beck–used vintage clothing and decor, dried florals, and the beauty of the Tucson desert to prove that sustainability is still stunning.

From the 70s inspired outfits in the pre-wedding portraits to the use of vintage rugs and floor pillows in the ceremony space, every detail was well-thought-out. Not to mention the pampas grass covered reception tables which were expertly executed. So whether you’re planning your own dreamy desert elopement or you’re just looking for ways to be more eco-conscious, you’re going to want to keep scrolling to see more of this one.

Want A Sustainable Wedding?

While a sustainable wedding may seem hard to host, there are a lot of small changes you can make to have an eco-conscious day. Check out these 20 small changes that are a great place to start!

 

 

 

 

Dream of Celebrating Under The Stars?

Us too! There’s nothing more romantic than celebrating your nuptials under the stars and fairy lights. To maximize the coziness of your reception, be sure to check out these cozy wedding reception tips!

The Talented Team:

Photography – Eunice Beck
Second Shooter – Natalie Allen
Venue – JTH Tucson
Floral Design – Cultivated by Faith
Makeup Artist – Eden Symone
Wedding Dress, Groom’s Apparel & Rentals – Buckhorn Vintage
Second Wedding Dress – Reformation

 

Big thank you to Eunice Beck for capturing and sharing this perfectly boho Joshua Treehouse elopement! To get ahead on your own elopement planning, be sure to check out this checklist.

 

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Fairytale Chateau Neercanne Wedding *

Fairytale Chateau Neercanne Wedding *

by | Nov 21, 2021 | Wedding

Fairytale Chateau Neercanne Wedding

One look at their wedding venue made Kristina and Gerwin fall in love—for good reason. Their Chateau Neercanne wedding was a real-life fairytale set at a gorgeous castle in the Netherlands. 

Event planner Nikki de Lang Wedding & Events added simple yet elegant decor and used the castle’s grounds to create a unique ceremony seating arrangement. On top of that, floral designer Moon Daisy dressed up the space with elegant arrangements, including a floral drenched circular arch, using soft blushes, eucalyptus, and gold details. 

To make the wedding even more special, Gerwin’s brothers, sisters, and dad recited a Dutch tradition in their Armstrong clan tartan. Get ready to see a fairytale wedding come to life with photos captured by Ik Trouw van Jou.

The Couple:

Kristina and Gerwin

The Wedding:

Chateau Neercane, Maastricht, The Netherlands

Something Old and Something Borrowed

For the “something borrowed”, one of my girls gave me a pin to borrow and then handed me “something old,” which was a bridal locket with my and my late grandmother’s picture in it! My grandmother was a mother figure to me. I was so touched by this, I couldn’t stop crying. So we pinned the locket to my bouquet so she was there. She blessed our day with sunshine and love.

Planning A Wedding During A Pandemic

We wanted a weekend wedding to accommodate everyone. Due to COVID-19, we needed to make it even smaller. So, we had to be strict with the guest lists—only direct family and closest friends. Ultimately, we were so happy with our 50 guests! The whole weekend gave us quality time with each other and we didn’t feel so rushed.

Created A New Wedding in 8 Weeks

Our original wedding venue burned down eight weeks prior to our wedding. We set this almost-brand-new wedding in those eight weeks! We wanted an entire weekend celebration, so we had to arrange new locations for everyone, change the invitations, and everything that goes along with changing venues. However, the details of the wedding were phenomenal— handwritten name cards, custom-made logos, and doorposts in our guests’ rooms.

Only Had Eyes For One Another

The ceremony was the most transcending moment of the wedding. We debated for so long on whether we were going to say our vows in front of everyone or not. We both felt so insecure, but we’re so happy we did. You could say we were in a bubble all day—we only had eyes for one another. Saying our vows to each other that day was so magical.

Advice From The Bride

Enjoy the wedding planning process, but also make a plan B and C. Spend the time to think about what is needed to have and nice to have and agree on that together. Finally, we built a few moments of alone time during the wedding and that was amazing. We used that time to just be alone together and take it all in.

Why A Chateau Neercanne Wedding?

We initially didn’t choose this venue. We had another venue in Belgium, which burned down eight weeks prior. We were so devastated but when we saw this location we just forgot about the other location. It was meant to be! Due to COVID-19 and a lot of cancellations, we were able to keep our wedding date too.

The Wedding Team:

Photography + Videography – Ik Trouw van Jou
Event Planning – Nikki de Lang Wedding & Events
Venue – Chateau Neercanne
Floral Design – Moon Daisy
Cake – Sugarlips Cakes
Officiant – Taco Willems
DJ – De vriendelijke DJ
Live Music – Simon Feenstra
Makeup Artist – Marion Bridal Hair & Make-up
Wedding Dress – Pronovias
Groom’s Apparel – Michael & Giso

 

Congratulations to Kristina and Gerwin on their fairytale Chateau Neercanne wedding. Thank you to Ik Trouw van Jou for capturing and sharing this day with us. For more fairytale-like wedding inspiration, check out this magnificent fairytale Colony 29 wedding and this naturally beautiful French Chateau de Varennes wedding.

 

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Florals Star In This Chic Laguna Beach Wedding *

Florals Star In This Chic Laguna Beach Wedding *

by | Nov 18, 2021 | Wedding

Florals Star In This Chic Laguna Beach Wedding

Despite fall quickly approaching, we’re not quite ready to let go of summer yet. So it’s no wonder that we can’t get enough of Colton and Tyler’s chic Laguna Beach wedding at Terra Laguna Beach. Despite the challenges of planning a wedding during the pandemic, the day turned out perfectly thanks to their planner, Events By Pure Lavish.

The draped florals of the ceremony backdrop–arranged by Sacred Romance Floral Design–added a glamorous touch to the venue’s lush landscape. Meanwhile, the use of greenery on the reception tables and agate name cards paired with the natural feel of the space perfectly. And, of course, it’d be a shame to talk about this wedding without mentioning how handsome the grooms looked in their burgundy and navy ASOS suits and matching Louboutin’s–which added a subtle pop of color to the day.

Junebug member and photographer Oh Lovely Wedding did an amazing job capturing every heartfelt moment of this special day–from the emotional first look to their seaside portraits. If you’re looking for oceanside wedding inspiration that still screams elegant, look no further because this one is a true treat.

The Couple:

Colton and Tyler

The Wedding:

Terra Laguna Beach, Laguna Beach, California

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Choosing Matching Wedding Shoes

We picked our wedding colors very early on. Tyler always wanted burgundy (despite his family’s hesitations to also be in burgundy), and Colton was always set on navy. We decided to buy both suits from ASOS to save money for the Louboutin’s we both had our hearts set on. We loved having matching dress shoes for the ceremony and then switching into matching Nikes for the reception.

Opting For A Chic Laguna Beach Wedding

We knew we wanted things to be outdoors and we knew we wanted to be married in Southern California where Tyler is from. In full honesty, we were also big fans of the show Laguna Beach which may have influenced us a little. From there, we made a list of venues and quickly fell in love with the blend of simplicity and dramatics the Terra provides in its design.

Including Friends And Personal Vows In The Ceremony

Our officiant Priscilla is a close friend of Tyler’s family who we grew up with. She was also one of the only adults from Tyler’s world that Colton spent time with in the early stages of our relationship. We knew we wanted someone who knew both of us and loved that Priscilla was also a marriage and family therapist with 50 years of marriage experience to speak from. Additionally, we wrote our own vows and referenced things that are special to our relationship like Sweet Home Alabama and Tyler vowed to kiss me anytime he wants—insert heart eyes here!.

Working With Junebug Member Oh Lovely Wedding

Amanda was simply incredible. She had also taken our engagement photos for us (at 6 am no less!), and we knew that her knowledge of us and our relationship would shine in our wedding photos. She made sure that the entire day was comfortable for each of us and that no moment was missed. I would genuinely say that we’ve become friends with Amanda over the last two years and that made all the difference on the big day!

Creating A Wedding Planning Mood Board

When we got engaged, we immediately started brainstorming how to bring our vision to life. We knew we wanted it to be entirely outdoors, we knew we wanted a familial vibe, and we knew we wanted a color scheme that lent itself to us wearing different colored suits. From there, we worked with our coordinator on a very detailed mood board that took into account the jewel and earth tones that we loved and the simple green and white florals that we thought would best compliment those colors. The final details came together as we looked for ways to build in each of our personalities.

The Wedding Team:

Photography – Oh Lovely Wedding
Event Planning – Events By Pure Lavish
Venue & Catering – Terra Laguna Beach
Floral Design – Sacred Romance Floral Design
Cake – SusieCakes
DJ – Halicia Ashford
Videography – Theatre 10
Rings – Designer’s Touch Jewelry
Rentals – Insta Booth LA
Signage – Borrowing Birch

 

Thank you again to Junebug member Oh Lovely Wedding for capturing and sharing this chic Laguna Beach wedding with us. To see more of her incredible work, check out her profile in our directory of wedding photographers from around the world! And be sure to check out our ultimate wedding planning roadmap to get you ready for your own special day.

 

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Beautiful Backyard Florida Wedding *

Beautiful Backyard Florida Wedding *

by | Nov 16, 2021 | Wedding

Beautiful Backyard Florida Wedding

This wedding was doused in florals and feathers. We mean it—Bridgerton’s got nothing on this backyard Florida wedding. Alexa and Javin decided to tie the knot at their home when COVID restrictions didn’t allow for a destination wedding. With florals by 2 Birds Events and help from wedding planner–and Junebug member–Carefully Curated Events, their backyard was completely transformed into a gorgeous fairy-tale wedding venue. 

Speaking of fairy tales, Alexa’s gorgeous blush-toned gown makes it easy to understand why brides are opting for more colorful wedding dresses. Her bridesmaids complemented her look with matching mauve gowns while the groom and groomsmen rocked dark green suits and floral ties. Thankfully, Britt & Bean Photography captured the essence of the entire wedding. Keep scrolling to see every detail of this beautiful backyard wedding.

The Couple:

Alexa and Javin

The Wedding:

Tampa, Florida

Bridal Quality Time With The Girls

While I was so incredibly happy with our decor and florals, the part of the day that filled my heart was being able to enjoy the day with the five most amazing girlfriends, my bridesmaids. It’s not easy to build healthy strong relationships and friendships that are filled with unconditional love. When I look back at photos at myself and my girls, I couldn’t be more proud to have had them by my side. Weddings are the perfect time to reflect on all the blessings you have—especially your people.

Marrying Your Best Friend

The most memorable part of the day was walking back up the aisle together. Everything happens so fast during the ceremony, you don’t even realize what is happening. But after it’s over and it’s just you two together, you can finally have your “Oh my god, I just got to marry my best friend” moment.

Choosing A Backyard Florida Wedding

We were originally supposed to have a destination wedding in North Carolina, but it didn’t work out due to COVID restrictions. So we picked the most beautiful, most comfortable place for us in Florida—my home!

Advice From The Bride

This is the most overstated and stereotypical piece of advice, but it’s also the most important: find a way to manage your stress. I won’t say “don’t stress” because that is impossible, but you have to find a way to handle it or it will steal your joy. Halfway through my planning process, I wanted to call off the whole big wedding and just go to the courthouse. It’s not a fun feeling so avoid it as much as possible.

The Wedding Team:

Photography – Britt & Bean Photography
Event Planning – Carefully Curated Events
Floral Design – 2 Birds Events
Catering – Saltblock Hospitality
Cake – Halelife Bakery
DJ – DJ Moreno
Photobooth – The Gala Photobooth
Videography – Julie Gomez/ Vidamotions 
Invitation Design – A&P Designs
Makeup Artist – Jennifer Beauty Co. and Sarah Dorado
Hair Styling – Jennifer Beauty Co
Bridesmaids’ Apparel – Azazie
Rings – Summit Diamonds
Rentals – Kate Ryan Events

 

Congratulations to Alexa and Javin on their beautiful backyard Florida wedding! Big thank you to Britt & Bean Photography for sharing and capturing this day with us. And, of course, thank you to Junebug member Carefully Curated Events for planning the entire day. To see more of their wedding planning, check out their profile in our directory of wedding planners from around the globe!

 

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Gorgeous And Glamorous Casa Baloyan Wedding *

Gorgeous And Glamorous Casa Baloyan Wedding *

by | Nov 14, 2021 | Wedding

Gorgeous And Glamorous Casa Baloyan Wedding

Daniela and Andres didn’t let COVID-19 stop them from having the French destination wedding of their dreams. Rather than tie the knot in a faraway place, the couple said “I do” at a stunning Casa Baloyan wedding that was dripping with French elegance–all while being close to their friends and family in Mexico! With the help of planner Alvaro Avila, the vineyard was transformed into a French-inspired space full of grand white florals from Oleandra, classic European-inspired table settings, and an abundance of candles.

From the getting-ready portraits to intimate moments in the villa’s library to a firework-lit reception, Junebug member and photographer Meraki Weddings captured every special moment from this glamorous wedding. They also did an amazing job summarizing details of the classic celebration below.

Photographer Meraki Weddings On The Day

Daniela and Andres got married at Casa Baloyan in Tijuana, which has an amazing architecture with green tones that perfectly matched the color palette they decided to use for their intimate and elegant event–white and green tones.

With combinations of greens, a beautiful arch of flowers in the backyard of the house, and a stunning view of the city and dreamy sunset, Daniela and Andres tied the knot surrounded by their closest family and friends. The intimate reception was held in the same location, with many floral arrangements illuminated by candle lights. The married couple danced all night under a magical full moon.

The Couple:

Daniela and Andres

The Wedding:

Casa Baloyan, Tijuana, Mexico

Utilizing Classic Bridal Fashion

Both of our styles were classic with a modern twist. My style inspiration was pulled from Grace Kelly, Audrey Hepburn, and my mom. I’ve always loved how brides look with minimalist makeup and a “pulled back” hairstyle. I love that our children will see our photos and we’ll have a classic and timeless look in them.

The Couple’s Favorite Wedding Photos

One of our favorite photos is of us at the ceremony listening to Father give the homily. We love it because we are very focused on what he is telling us and it was one of the most beautiful moments of the day. Another of our favorite photos is one that we are in the home’s library. The picture feels super dramatic and elegant at the same time.

Why A Casa Baloyan Wedding

The style of the wedding was inspired by a French Chateau. We wanted something elegant, timeless, romantic, and chic. This particular wedding venue belongs to a very good friend of my dad. We are very happy and grateful that he could lend us his residence, as it was perfect with our vision of the style of our wedding. 

The Wedding Team:

Photography & Videography – Meraki Weddings
Event Planning – Alvaro Avila
Venue – Casa Baloyan
Floral Design – Oleandra
Makeup Artist – Daisy Makeup Artist
Wedding Dress – Vera Wang

 

Congratulations again to Daniela and Andres on their Casa Baloyan wedding! And big thank you to Junebug member Meraki Weddings for capturing and sharing their special day with us. To see more of their incredible photos and videos, check out their profile in our directory of wedding videographers from around the world.

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Gorgeous Rainy Day Bower Estate Wedding *

Gorgeous Rainy Day Bower Estate Wedding *

by | Nov 11, 2021 | Wedding

Gorgeous Rainy Day Bower Estate Wedding

While many couples fear rain on their wedding day, it’s actually considered good luck in many cultures. And Jordan and Deshaun’s rainy day Bower Estate wedding is proof that not only is this true, but rain also makes for some seriously beautiful wedding photos! The couple tied the knot in an intimate outdoor ceremony surrounded by Queensland’s lush national parks before taking cover in a fairy-lit tent that can only be described as magical.

While Australia’s natural beauty during a rainstorm is hard to beat, the wedding fashion was the true star of the show. Jordan looked truly stunning in a blush custom Begitta gown complete with polka-dots and an oh-so-sexy slit, while Deshaun matched nature beautifully in his stone-colored suit. Not to mention the button-down ivory satin Shonna Joy bridesmaid dresses that tied both the bride and groom’s looks together perfectly.

So if earthy and effortless is what you’re looking for, keep scrolling through to see the beautiful photos captured by A’Daw Photography. And who knows, you may just change your mind about rainy day weddings. 

The Couple:

Jordan and Deshaun

The Wedding:

The Bower Estate, Queensland, Australia

Effortless Wedding Day Fashion

I always knew that our bridal party style would be made up of natural colors. I love unique pieces so getting a custom couture dress made by Begitta was the perfect choice. My bridesmaids wore cream color Shona Joydresses, and the boys had tailored stone color suits. I would say our overall style was natural and effortless. We had fresh, natural makeup looks by Alex Ouston and simple hairstyles by The Hair Therapist. 

A Memorable Rainy Walk Down The Aisle

We loved the entire day! Even the moments of sprinkling rain. Having all of our closest friends and family together was a pretty overwhelming feeling. There was so much love and happiness amongst everyone, and that’s the most special memory for us. We spent the day with everyone we love so much and who loves us. My uncle walking me down the aisle was such a special moment I’ll never forget.

Natural Vibes At The Bower Estate Wedding

Our wedding style was natural, effortless, and unrefined. It was made up of earthy, neutral color tones and was set amongst endless lush greenery and fairy lights. We had a family-style banquet and a beautiful caravan barfor everyone to enjoy. Our wedding had the most magical feel. It was filled with timeless selections that I know we’ll be obsessed with forever!

The Wedding Team:

Photography – A’Daw Photography
Venue – The Bower Estate
Floral Design – Daisy & Co
Cake – Bake Me Crazy
Officiant – Kate Totman
Live Music – Ali Crane, The Wayward Gentlemen
Videography – Wild Weddings
Makeup Artist – Alex Ouston
Wedding Dress – Begitta
Bridesmaids’ Apparel – Shona Joy
Photobooth – Botanical Booths
Glamping Tents – Glamping Hire Co

 

Congratulations again to Jordan and Deshaun on their rainy day Bower Estate wedding! Big thank you to A’Daw Photography for capturing and sharing their special day with Junebug. To find the photographer of your dreams who will help you capture every detail of your wedding, be sure to check out our directory of talented wedding photographers from around the world!

 

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