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Nomadic Souls Will Love This Algodones Dunes Wedding Inspiration

August 28, 2017 | Junebug Weddings

What happens when you mix a bohemian and Moroccan vibe with hints of vintage flair? Absolute magic. When Let’s Frolic Together shared this styled Algodones Dunes wedding shoot with us, we couldn’t help but get excited over the desert backdrop, stunning florals, and alternative bridesmaids bouquets – hello, tambourines! There is so much detail and inspiration in these images that it makes us want to pack our bags and head to the nearest desert!

From the Photographer: We gathered inspiration from the Sahara Desert with colorful, soulful tinges of Moroccan flair and bohemian carefree attitude.

Our couple in a bolo tie and flowing loose lace dress, our ceremony backdrop of ribbons and bells, tambourines instead of bridesmaids bouquets, and Moroccan poofs and rugs for ceremony setting – so much desert magic!

Extra special features included the giant 20 foot tent where we set up a main reception camp, a central table filled with golden details, ceramic plates, and corduroy napkins, and wooden wind chimes as place settings. We used fruits and nuts as core inspiration for style, with brass and glass for days. Our wedding party celebrated, goblets in hand, in a boho dreamland.

The Talented Team:

Photography – Let’s Frolic Together
Event Planning – Luna Wild Design
Venue – Algodones Dunes, California
Floral Design – Bespoke Occasions
Makeup Artist – Huxley Salon
Hair Styling – Huxley Salon
Wedding Dress – Jen’s Pirate Booty
Rentals – CC Vintage RentalsNot My Dish
Jewelry – Grey Theory Mill
Bags – Grace Design
Weavings and Pillows – One Wolff
Calligraphy – Twinkle and Toast
Models – Danielle Canseco, Noah Warren

 

Thank you Let’s Frolic Together for sharing this bit of magic you created! For more bohemian inspiration, check out this alternative desert elopement.

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The Lord of the Rings Meets Wes Anderson Wedding of Every Nerd’s Dreams

August 28, 2017 | Junebug Weddings

Lindsey and Nicholas’ wedding day is straight out of a movie – or a couple of them. This Wes Anderson inspired wedding has Lord of the Rings influence that shines in the details. Lindsey and Nicholas had many DIY projects that include a Wes Anderson canvas tent, ceramic mugs for their guests, and thrifted pieces for the centerpieces. It all tied together with Jason Lucas Photography and his incorporation of Wes Anderson’s affinity for centered composition and aerial shots in his work.

The Couple:

Lindsey and Nicholas

The Wedding:

Ya Ya Farm and Orchard, Longmont, Colorado

Before my mom brought me to Nicholas amidst our guests so that we could walk everyone to our ceremony site together, I was standing in the barn so that Nicky couldn’t see me. But I could see him. It was a special moment for me, to see my sexy man cake laughing with all of our loved ones and just being him. I could also look out at the orchard and absorb what we had created together. We put a lot of sweat, tears, and laughter into that day. We designed, handmade, and collected everything. Having those minutes to be a fly on the wall, happy butterflies in my stomach, will stick in my mind forever.

Our ceremony was completely “unplugged” and raw–we were in the trees, after all! Our friend played the bugle to call us all together, but after that, all you could hear was the birds.

I am honored to have a really loving set of mothers now. My mother and step-mother-in-law handmade over 200 ceramic cups for us. Each cup was completely different from the next! As the guests made their way to the bar, they got to pick their cup for the night and then take it home. It was incredibly special to have so much of our mothers in the day.

Courtney at Windflower Events nailed it. Nailed it! I had no idea I was so picky when it came to flowers! (Sorry, Courtney). But she was incredibly patient and even got down into specific varieties with me all the way until she went to collect the blooms. Not only were they stunning and exactly what we wanted, I got to revel in them for days and days after the wedding in my home.

We like to describe the vibe as Wes Anderson if he were to film the Shire. My husband is a huge Wes Anderson fan and I am steadfast Lord of the Rings nerd. Surprisingly, these two concepts came together very well! On our invites we encouraged vests (both Wes Anderson-y and hobbitish), we chose dark, rich tones and incorporated an absurd amount of antiques we acquired through estate sale shopping the year before. We even hand-built a canvas tent. Moonrise Kingdom, anyone? Our attire we picked to be utterly ourselves–so I think it’s pretty evident how much we love Wes Anderson and those silly Bagginses just from that.

 

Jason, our photographer, was incredibly thoughtful and thorough. I didn’t notice him at all during the ceremony (sneaky!). And when we got to take photos as a couple he made the process not only easy but relaxing! It felt like Nicky and I just got time together after our ceremony. But DANG! The photos are absolutely incredible. People aren’t joking when they say that the photographer is the most important vendor of the evening–the evidence is right here.

Instead of a first dance, Nicky and I did a “first karaoke”. We sang “Endless Love” by Diana Ross and Lionel Richie – the most heartfelt duet you will ever find. We did not hold back.

The Wedding Team:

Photography – Jason Lucas Photography
Venue – Ya Ya Farm and Orchard
Floral Design – Windflower Events
Catering – Roaming Bull Brasserie, Mac ‘N Noodles
Cake – Cinna Box
DJ – A Music Plus
Wedding Dress – Rebecca Schoneveld
Bridal Accessories – Vintage Lane Jewelry
Groom’s Apparel – Pinky Tailor
Rings – Brady Mesch Design, Dean Fredrick Custom Jewelry
Rentals – All Events Tent and Party Rentals
Transportation – Bus to Show
Favors – Deborah Britt Pottery, Moon Mud Ceramics

 

Thank you Jason Lucas Photography for sharing Lindsey and Nicholas’ day with Junebug! For other film inspired weddings, check out this Wes Anderson inspired wedding in Barcelona.

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This Caffino Ristorante Wedding Feels Like a European Getaway in Downtown Toronto

August 27, 2017 | Junebug Weddings

When Natalie and Mario stumbled across Caffino Ristorante, they realized their dreams of a European wedding could be recreated in downtown Toronto. The intimate space was perfect for a casual and fun wedding vibe true to the relaxed couple. Natalie, a graphic designer, created the invites, menus and thank you cards, as well as the fabulous lace chocker that went perfectly with her simple, sexy A La Robe wedding dress. Photographer Kayla Rocca captured the couple’s most memorable part of the day, their first look.

The Couple:

Natalie and Mario

The Wedding:

Caffeine Ristorante, Toronto

I didn’t have much style inspiration, I knew I wanted something simple and sexy for my dress. I kept my hair and makeup on the natural side, I wanted to look like myself. Bridesmaids wore different, long black dresses, that they choose.

I’m a graphic designer so I DIY’ed invites, menus, thank you cards, signage. I also DIY’ed the chocker necklace that I wore.

My photographer was amazing, I felt so comfortable with her and she was able to capture such beautiful moments. Our first look was the most memorable moment of the day.

Processional: Angels by The XX
Recessional: Real Love by Beach House
First Dance: Harvest Moon by Neil Young

We originally wanted to get married in Europe and came across Caffino which feels like a European Cafe. We choose Caffino because it was small, intimate and beautiful.

The Wedding Team:

Photography – Kayla Rocca
Event Planning – First Comes Love 
Venue – Caffino Ristorante
Floral Design – Timberlost
Cake – Cake Cove
DJ – Mobile Productions DJs
Invitations – Natalie Papanikolov
Wedding Dress – A La Robe
Groom’s Apparel – MADE Clothing
Rings – Kimberfire
Rentals – Majestic Chair Rentals
Favors – Cake Cove

 

Congratulations to Natalie and Mario on their beautiful day and special thanks to Kayla Rocca for the wonderful photos! For more European-insipred weddings, check out this Kildara Farms wedding full of antique European details.

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