This wedding in Massachusetts may be our new standard for casual wedding day style! Anna and John tied the knot at their private family lake house, which afforded them the comforts of home along with a spectacular setting. The bride’s halter-style BHLDN dress, gold flower hairpiece, and fishtail braid was summer bridal style at its finest and was matched by her bridesmaid’s blue and pink floral skirts and white satin camisoles from Banana Republic. Keeping with the laid-back summer […]
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You Have to See the Dress This Bride Designed for Her Union/Pine Wedding
This Portland couple’s Union/Pine wedding features warm industrial vibes and modern intimacy! Hillary and Michael wanted their wedding details to strike a balance between totally intentional and completely carefree, and we think they achieved that goal wonderfully. Hillary, an apparel designer, dreamed up and created her own stunning gown that featured a modern texture and was topped with a soft floral shawl. We can’t help but smile along with this couple’s portraits – Olivia Strohm Photography did such an […]
This Vibrant Multicultural Wedding at Micklefield Hall Had 3 Beautiful Ceremonies
Mansi and Angus had always wanted to honor their cultural backgrounds at their wedding, so instead of having just one ceremony, the couple’s special day featured 3 multicultural ceremonies! Their Micklefield Hall wedding began with a stunning Hindu ceremony, then was followed by civil and Jewish ceremonies next to a gorgeous pond. We love how seamless Mansi’s style transitions from traditional Hindu attire Photographer Ann-Kathrin Koch captured every beautiful moment of Mansi and Angus’s wedding, including their vibrant floral details. The Couple: […]
These Photographers Exchanged Vows in a Passionate Iceland Elopement
This Iceland elopement is full of inspiring portraits and tons of intimate moments! Cody and Allison are usually on the other side of the camera, but when they traveled to Iceland for their elopement, they were total naturals in front of the camera. After their emotional vow reading under a sprinkling of snow, the couple explored Iceland’s rocky terrain, dramatic waterfalls, and surreal icy structures decked out in their black, gold, and dark earth-toned attire. Cody […]
This Phoenix Wedding at The monOrchid Throws Convention Out the Window
Erin and Patrick wanted their New Year’s Eve wedding to feel like a cozy party among friends, and The monOrchid couldn’t have been a more perfect venue for the celebration. With a mix of wintry DIY details and an eye-catching pink ombré ceremony backdrop, the industrial warehouse venue transformed into a romantic setting fit for a wedding. Erin’s edgy bridal look is one for the books, including a sleek Rime Arodaky gown with geometric lace cut-outs, a […]
This Constellation-Inspired Kelowna Wedding is Positively Magical
Indian and Western cultures come together in a beautiful way in this backyard Kelowna wedding! Jen and Dhawal payed special tribute to the groom’s Indian heritage before the ceremony with a traditional Baraat procession, Varmala (garland exchange), and a walk around the sacred fire. The ceremony then continued with slight twists on Western wedding traditions, including a mad-lib style vow exchange! With the help of Top Knot Events, the couple created a constellation theme in shades of blue and […]
This Die Woud Wedding Blends South African Countryside and Hollywood Glamour
“Countryside” and “glam” are two words we don’t typically see (or write) together, but Lidia and Arno’s wedding at Die Woud made us realize just how magical that combination can be! The couple’s goal was to allow the South African forest and countryside landscapes to shine as much as possible while incorporating glamorous, vintage-inspired elements into the rustic venue. They used minimal décor that included gold lanterns and votive candle holders, as well as hand-painted poems as alternatives to table […]
Illinois Countryside Wedding at Emerson Creek Pottery and Tea Room
Jessica and Humberto’s wedding at Emerson Creek Pottery and Tea Room combined elegant style with rustic décor to create a beautiful celebration! The indoor/outdoor spaces of the farm venue spoke to the couple’s unique personalities because it allowed guests to choose either to be in a laid-back setting or right in the middle of the party during the reception. The bride’s brother brewed a special beer for the couple using ingredients from their respective home states – Illinois and Texas […]
Charming Norwegian Wedding in the Mountains
Julie and Narve’s small town Norwegian wedding will make you feel as if you’ve stepped into a fairytale! The couple chose the groom’s childhood town of Ørsta for their big day, making use of the surrounding mountains, fjords, and waterfalls for their gorgeous couple portrait session with Lieben Photography. In traditional Norwegian style, the Maid of Honor and guests donned intricate costumes, and the groom and his comrades sported military uniforms complete with swords, which they used for both […]