Thrive Modern put together a photography workshop at Holloway House, and we are in love with all the details that went into the styled shoot. The rust colored bridal jacket and statement necklace are the perfect accessories for Madison’s bridal look, and Jordan’s denim jacket and hat are great for a relaxed and hip vibe. The aztec print blanket is perfect for cozying next up to your honey during some couple portraits, and Madison and Jordan totally got […]
Wedding Ideas: Elegant Wedding
Rustic South African Farm Wedding Overlooking the Drakensberg Mountains
Claire and Marc’s South African wedding was held on the groom’s family farm that has been in the family for generations, the perfect setting for a large and inclusive celebration focused on simplicity and fun. The outdoor ceremony overlooked the Tugela River and the misty hills of the Drankensberg Mountain Range, simply decorated with a rustic ceremony arch to highlight the surrounding beauty. The reception was held in a bespoke marquee in the garden of […]
Enchanting Brisbane Indoor Garden Wedding at Vieille Branche
Vivien and Cienwen’s wedding at Vieille Branche, a creative urban garden in the heart of Brisbane, was a gorgeously delicate mix of emotion and beauty. Using the antique French ambiance, with plenty of planning help from Gathering Events and the expertise of Wild At Heart floral design, the backstreet venue was transformed into a magical indoor garden hidden from the outside world. The couple was stylishly dressed in a Catherine Deane wedding gown and elegant […]
This Gorgeous Dublin City Hall Wedding Absolutely Took Our Breaths Away
Edel and Damien’s small Dublin City Hall wedding was attended only by their closest friends and family, followed by a quick trip to the pub, and a fun-filled ballroom reception full of dancing, singing, and celebration at Fallon & Byrne. This sweet couple wanted a chilled and relaxed day, surrounded by their loved ones, with a few pints, good food, and great ‘craic.’ The couple’s rustic three-tiered, nearly naked cake from The Wedding Cake Boutique […]
This Elegant Foxhall Resort Wedding Celebrates the Couple’s Love of Travel
Zeinab and Sam’s elegant Foxhall Resort wedding has travel-inspired details that are made for the wanderlust at heart. Guests entered to see “where in the world” they are sitting, with each table named after a different city from all over the world. These travel details mixed with eucalyptus and white blooms from Jan’s Flowers add an elegant and romantic vibe to the reception space. With globes, suitcases, and old cameras strewed about, The Aisle went above and beyond planning and including […]
This San Francisco City Hall Elopement Ended with an Epic Sutro Baths Portrait Session
Kourtney and Jorge were faced with a difficult decision while planning their San Francisco City Hall elopement. They wanted to focus on their love and commitment, a low-key, unique, and intimate day without disappointing their many loved ones, but this incredibly romantic destination elopement was the perfect choice and their family and friends couldn’t have been happier! After their emotional first look and ceremony at gorgeous and historic city hall, this adventurous couple headed down […]
Organically Elegant Hoyt Arboretum Wedding in Portland, OR
Judy and BJ’s Hoyt Arboretum wedding style is classic and timeless. We are loving Judy’s bridal look with a bold red lip and soft updo created by Kiss and Makeup Artistry and Swept Away PDX. Her Liz Martinez wedding dress has a modern twist that goes perfectly with the geometric arch where she and BJ exchanged vows. Staying true to the arboretum’s view, they added touches of greenery to their ceremony space as well their reception. They kept the celebration going at Coopers […]
We’re Obsessed with the Use of Burgundy and Velvet in This Emotional Flagstaff Wedding
Grab some tissues because this Flagstaff wedding will have you weeping by the end of the post. Marisah and Steven’s wedding is an emotional day full of love and joyous tears. Marisah walked down the aisle in a Watters wedding dress where Steven was waiting for her in his luxe burgundy velvet jacket from ASOS. Looking dressed to kill, these two sang worship songs along with their guests before saying “I do.” Their romantic and rustic vibe was […]
This Enchanting Forest Elopement is Brimming with Edgy Wedding Fashion Ideas
Rebel Rabbit Photography and a team of talented local Minneapolis vendors added a handcrafted touch to this uniquely witchy and enchanting forest elopement scene. With a backdrop of decaying leaves and full of that late-fall feeling, the woodland setting was perfect for a captivating and mysterious reception. Sister Honey Floral Co created the artfully arranged ivory color palette, mimicking autumnal elements of dried wild grasses with fresh white roses and complete with overflowing ribbons. The […]
This Heaven and Earth Inspired Southern California Wedding was All About Equality and Intention
Andrea and Daren wanted to create a community during their Southern California wedding, with the end result a true reflection of their individual and married personalities: artistic, nontraditional, deeply committed, and deeply in love. The couple aimed to remain equal partners throughout the entire planning process and personalized every aspect of their backyard wedding ceremony, keeping only the traditions full of meaning. The bride wanted only to hold her husband’s hands and went without a […]