When Heewon and Jimmy began planning their fall wedding at Cavallo Point Lodge, they weren’t just looking for a scenic backdrop. They wanted a setting that felt personal, reflected their life in San Francisco, and gave their traveling guests a true sense of place—bonus points for a Golden Gate Bridge cameo. Their story started thanks to mutual friends playing matchmaker. “After we met, we found out we literally lived three blocks away from each other […]
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A Glacier Elopement Made Possible by a Once-in-a-Lifetime Giveaway
With a helicopter landing on a glacier and their closest family along for the ride, Chelsey and Eli planned an adventure elopement that focused on experience over tradition. Their glacier elopement in Alaska blended dramatic scenery with thoughtful personal details, including a black, white, and pearl color palette inspired by Eli’s mom, seasonal fall florals in deep reds and purples, and a ceremony setting that felt as unforgettable as the moment itself. Behind the epic […]
Simplicity and Elegance Meet in This Malibu Wedding Inspiration
There’s something undeniably cinematic about the California coast. For this Malibu wedding inspiration, Junebug vendor Staci Brucks Photo set out to capture connection, fluidity, and timeless style against the dramatic ocean backdrop. “We wanted the shoot to feel cinematic yet effortless, blending refined editorial styling with organic, unscripted moments,” she shared. The result feels intimate, romantic, and modern, like a love story unfolding naturally. With soft coastal light, clean architectural lines, and sweeping waterfront views, […]
Elevated and Modern Western Wedding Inspired by the Spirit of the West
Set against a wide-open landscape where desert tones meet mountain views, this styled shoot offers a quieter take on a modern western wedding. Designed and photographed by Junebug vendor Becca Photo, the day balanced clean styling with personal meaning, centered around Thunder, a horse who is very much part of Becca’s life and family. “I’ve had horses my entire life,” Becca shared. “This particular horse, Thunder, is part of my family, which made the experience […]
A Deeply Personal Colorado Mountain Elopement at Loveland Pass
Some love stories circle back at exactly the right time. Taylor and Kellin first met more than a decade ago in high school, where they shared a softball league, band class, and overlapping friend groups. Back then, they were acquaintances. Years later, after both leaving abusive long-term marriages, they reconnected in 2024 with messages of support that quickly turned into daily conversations. “They always say you know when you know,” Taylor shared, “and that certainly […]
Otherworldly Beauty in This Bonneville Salt Flats Wedding Ceremony
From the very beginning, Rick and Maggie imagined their wedding as an adventure. Not a traditional ballroom affair or a tightly scheduled event, but an experience that reflected how they’ve always lived their lives together. That vision led them to an intimate ceremony on the Bonneville Salt Flats, where vast white landscapes and open skies became the most meaningful backdrop they could imagine. The two met through a mutual friend and coworker who was convinced […]
A Sunny Bay Area Garden Wedding at the Allied Arts Guild
From the very beginning, Jane and Eric’s priorities were clear. They wanted a wedding that felt fun and colorful, with space to be present and enjoy the day alongside their people. According to their photographer and Junebug vendor Julia Goldberg, that intention showed up in every moment. “Being around them always felt lighthearted and effortless,” she shared, noting how their playful dynamic shaped the entire celebration. Hosting their day at the Allied Arts Guild gave […]
A Classic Cape Cod Wedding That Captures the Heart of Northeast Style
Krista and Jack’s love story began far from home, in Park City, Utah, where a pandemic twist brought them together sooner and closer than either expected. Their connection unfolded easily, grounded in shared humor and a mutual love for the Cape. So when it came time to celebrate their marriage, their vision naturally aligned with the landscape that held so much meaning for them: a classic Cape Cod wedding. With Nauset Beach and the Atlantic […]
Inside a Wedding Planner’s Own Celebration at the Buffalo History Museum
When a professional wedding planner becomes the bride, expectations are high. But, for Kennedy and Ethan, that just meant creating something truly their own. After seven years together, the couple brought their dream day to life at the Buffalo History Museum, blending soft, garden-party romance with the architectural grandeur of one of the city’s most iconic venues. Their love story began in 2017 on a double date—with other people. “Clearly, those relationships didn’t work out,” […]