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 […]
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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 […]
Enchanting North Carolina Mountain Wedding at Old Edwards Inn
Martha Drake and Kristian brought glamour, elegance, and unexpectedly relaxed vibes to the farmhouse at Old Edwards Inn in their gorgeous autumn wedding! The couple exchanged vows in a lovely garden ceremony then danced the night away under the warm glow of cafe lights and antique chandeliers. The bride put her event planning and watercolor skills to work by planning the entire celebration and creating all of the paper goods, which included save-the-date cards, invitations, custom stamps, a map of […]
Dreamy Bali Destination Wedding at Alila Villas Uluwatu
This breathtaking destination wedding brings Bali’s signature dreamy vibes to the next level! Kee eun and Min’s wedding began with their waterfront ceremony in Alila Villas Uluwatu‘s gorgeous open-air space 100 meters above the Indian Ocean. With the help of Cosa Design & Decor, the couple decorated their amazing reception space with their favorite natural greenery, pink protea florals, and of course, tropical Bali details. We are so in love with how diktat photography captured Kee eun and […]
You’re Going to Love The Bohemian Vibes in This Palm Springs Wedding
It took Jilli and Max a while to figure out where their dream wedding would be, but once they settled on an intimate 30-person Palm Springs event, they knew their wedding would be perfectly “them.” With the help of Shindig Chic Creations, the couple decked out their gorgeous private estate venue to reflect their favorite styles: bohemian glam décor, rose gold everything, and the coolest Moroccan vibes. We are so in love with Jilli’s classic Vera Wang […]
Modern Rustic Northern California Wedding at Honey Run Covered Bridge
Shaylyn and Zane make rustic charm and DIY décor look effortless in their wedding at the Honey Run Covered Bridge. This bridge, which is one of only eleven covered bridges left in California, was the perfect canvas for this modern, laid-back wedding, which the couple brought to life with organic florals that included succulents, willow branches, and hanging plants, as well as macrame backdrops, chair coverings, and bouquet wrap. The bride channeled bohemian elegance in a long-sleeved white […]
Dusty Pink Australian Wedding at The Riverstone Estate
Elysia and Paul’s wedding at The Riverstone Estate was pretty in pink with a subtle boho chic vibe that was perfect for a summer garden wedding! The couple exchanged vows in a natural, intimate ceremony that featured a large wreath backdrop adorned with white and pink roses, then danced the night away under the stars. The bride’s custom Kara Jade Designs pink lace gown was the obvious star of the style show, but her bridesmaids’ boohoo lace top and satin pink skirt […]
Stylish New Orleans Elopement at the French Quarter Wedding Chapel
For those of you wondering how to plan a laid-back New Orleans elopement, Elizabeth and Rick’s no-fuss wedding at the French Quarter Wedding Chapel will show you how it’s done! This stylish couple and their two best friends booked hotel rooms in the heart of the city so they could explore, absorb the “big easy” vibe, oh, and so Elizabeth and Rick could get married! Their perfect location allowed them to walk to the chapel, which resulted in some fun street photos by The […]