Fall is on its way and I’m planning a move to a lovely new house, so my mind is squarely set on everything to do with creating a cozy home (whenever it’s not thinking about weddings that is!) For all you soon-to-be-weds out there, I know it’s a familiar topic for you too – whether you’ve lived with your partner for years or you’re just planning your big move together now, decorating your home so […]
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Unique and Alternative Floral Ideas for your Wedding
Preserved flowers and other unusual organic elements like seed pods, grasses, ferns and moss, can be super creative additions to the floral arrangements at your wedding, and can help make them truly one of a kind! I love the modern shapes and textures that these unique blooms can create, and the way that they are sure to draw the attention of your guests and keep them guessing throughout the night. Best of all, when the […]
Elegant Rustic Colorado Mountain Wedding – Kirsten and Mike
Kirsten and Mike’s destination wedding, held on a crisp fall day in the mountains of Colorado, was both rustic and romantic with a sophisticated design scheme that lent an air of elegance to the entire celebration. From the incredible backdrop to the bride’s gown, this Real Wedding, shot by Adam and Imthiaz Photography, is absolutely exquisite. Check out all of the lovely details below! The Goals: Kirsten and Mike chose Telluride, Colorado for their destination […]
Phenomenal Films – stillmotion photo + cinema
At the heart of every wedding is a fantastic story – a story of love, of family, of triumph and of loss; the history that has made you, you. stillmotion photo + cinema, the incredibly talented Vancouver based photographers and film-makers (and Junebug members!) are experts at understanding the essence of their clients’ stories and masterfully telling them through film. This phenomenal film from the recent wedding of couple Mel and Joel is rich with […]
Planning a Wedding in 4 Weeks! The Decor
Well, this is it! We’re nearly there! This is the last weekly post before Laura and Billy’s big day this Friday! What a fun journey it’s been to follow along and watch this fantastic couple and their talented team plan a stunning and personal wedding in record time. Today we’re focusing on the table top design, flowers and decor details that event designer Daniela Faget of Bella Signature Design has been hard at work pulling […]
San Francisco Proposal and Engagement Photo Shoot
I love the infectious joy in these surprise proposal and engagement photos from Taken By Light Photography. New Yorkers Brandi and Everett just recently got engaged and tied the knot in a secret ceremony at San Francisco’s City Hall, and it’s clear from the pictures, that they are a perfect match. Check out this adorable couple and their sweet story below! When Everett was asked to fly out to San Francisco for a few weeks […]
Rustic Summer Green, Gray and Ivory Wedding on Orcas Island, Washington – Victoria and Drew
Victoria and Drew’s early summer wedding on Washington’s stunning Orcas Island, captured by talented Seattle-based photographer Jenny J, was a true Pacific Northwest celebration. Relaxed, rustic and outdoorsy, I am charmed by the country-feel of this sweet Real Wedding! The Goals: For Victoria and Drew, the most important aspects of their wedding day were the location and the music. They wanted their big day to have a woodsy, vintage feel to it, so they chose […]
A Summer Salad Recipe from Lisa Dupar Catering
As an award-winning catering company (and talented Junebug member!) Lisa Dupar Catering is known for their exceptionally delicious and successful events. The team’s extensive knowledge and professional expertise allow guests to have a complete dining experience – from the first sip of wine to that last bite of dessert. Lisa’s food is truly inspired culinary art, and her own sweet Southern hospitality makes her a joy to work with. Lisa recently let us take a […]
Couture Wedding Cake Creations from Maggie Austin Cakes
The cakes from Washington, D.C.’s Maggie Austin Cakes are truly pieces of edible art, and if you’re anything like me (owner of a giant sweet tooth and lover of all things pretty) we’re talking swoon-city! Chef and owner Maggie LaBaugh creates haute couture confectionery masterpieces using the freshest ingredients and the finest techniques. This former dancer and graduate of the French Pastry School draws on her training as a classical ballet dancer to create designs […]
Planning a Wedding in 4 Weeks! The Photography
Here we are in week three of Laura and Billy’s four week wedding planning process (so close to the big day!) and today we’re chatting with the bride herself about that all-important piece of the puzzle, the wedding photography. It just so happens that Laura is a wedding photographer herself with Laura Marchbanks Photography so her normal involvement with this subject happens behind the camera, not in front of it. But in less than two […]