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Rustic Rose Gold Oregon Wedding at Heiser Farms

August 18, 2017 | Junebug Weddings

Kendra and Wallace celebrated their rustic ranch wedding at Heiser Farms. The beautiful outdoor setting accommodated their large number of guests, who watched them exchange vows in a laid back and fun ceremony followed by an activity-packed barn reception. The wedding colors reflected the romantic theme with rose pinks, dusty blushes and champagnes, brought out in the bridesmaid dresses and flowers, designed by For the Love of Pete. Victoria Carlson Photography captured the happy couple enjoying a few silly, romantic moments away from the party.

The Couple:

Kendra and Wallace

The Wedding:

Heiser Farms, Dayton, Oregon

More than anything we wanted our wedding to be a true reflection of us both. The flowers, colors and other feminine details aren’t usually representative of most grooms. So, we worked together to create a look that was both beautiful, classic, and unique to who we are as a couple.

It was a must that our venue be outdoor. It was also a must that it could fit all of our guests! Heiser Farms provided us with both. It was a beautiful outdoor setting with plenty of room for our large guest list.

We wanted the ceremony to be short and sweet. Our family friend and pastor did a great job making the ceremony personal, but keeping it to the point. Our recessional song, the theme song from Star Wars, was the perfect nerdy touch to make the ceremony totally us!

Our wedding colors were a pallet of rose pinks, blushes, and champagne colors, mostly brought out in the florals and bridesmaid dressing. The groomsmen and groom brought out different shades of grey. It all came together on it’s own really. Once we found the bridesmaids dresses, the flowers and everything else followed.

We wanted our wedding to be fun and laid back. It was important to us that our guest enjoy themselves, and that we could enjoy the night with them. We had lots of activities throughout the night, from the traditional first dance and cutting of the cake, to a miniature train ride, and worship service at the end of the night.

Processional: Liz on Top of the World (Pride and Prejudice soundtrack)
Recessional: Star Wars and the Revenge of the Sith (Star Wars soundtrack)
First Dance: Then, by Brad Paisley

The photos taken in the flower field at our venue are our absolute favorite! It was as the sun was starting to set, so the lighting is romantic and warm. There is one of Wallacepicking me up and kissing me. White flowers surround us and the sun is peaking through behind us. It’s so romantic, like something out of a fairy tale.

The Wedding Team:

Photography – Victoria Carlson Photography
Floral Design – For the Love of Pete
Cake – Olive and Artisan 
Videography – Sean Thomas
Wedding Dress – The English Department
Bridesmaids’ Apparel – BHLDN
Rings – Staghead Designs
Rentals – Danner and Soli

 

Congratulations for Kendra and Wallace on their rustic, outdoor wedding! If you’re looking for more rustic wedding inspiration check out this rustic boho wedding at South Pond Farms.

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Floral-Inspired Oceanfront Wedding at Hotel Riu Palace Cabo San Lucas

August 17, 2017 | Junebug Weddings

Mandy and Drew’s dreamy destination wedding at Hotel Riu Palace in Cabo San Lucas, Mexico will have you wanting to pack your bags and take the next flight.  The happy couple chose a spot where everyone would have a good time, and they let the beautiful scenery inspire them for decor and overall vibe of their wedding. From an oceanfront ceremony to classic florals and a candlelit reception, their day was stress-free and full of romance. Sticking to the basics let them focus on what mattered most to them– each other. Tricia Victoria Photography was there to document the day and effortlessly portrayed Mandy and Drew’s love for one another.

The Couple:

Mandy and Drew

The Wedding:

Hotel Riu Palace, Cabo San Lucas, Mexico

My dress was Truvelle. I was obsessed with the chiffon and I had them customize the top so it would be more simple. I had Tiffany earrings, and my friend made us all floral crowns to match since the bridesmaid dresses were all a little different. 

Instead of exchanging bride and groom gifts the day of the wedding, we got a puppy when we got home. His name is Blue and he’s so silly!

The bridesmaids wore Show Me Your Mumu (such amazing dresses I was jealous, haha). They helped me pick them out and, the nice thing was, they came in different top styles so the girls didn’t have to feel uncomfortable– the material was made for hot weather. Men wore navy dress pants and white dress shirts from Simons. I also got the girls Melanie Auld necklaces that were dainty gold chains with a pink opal heart. I’m pretty sure they are all still wearing them.

Not sure if this was a surprise other than to anyone who saw… but after pictures before the reception, I had to pee so bad so I kissed Drew goodbye, ran 20 minutes down the beach by myself, hopped a fence, then ran through the resort looking for a bathroom. Barefoot in my wedding dress!

Processional and Recessional: Acoustic Guitar with no vocals
First Dance: I Choose You- Sarah Bareilles
Father/Daughter Dance: Three Little Birds- Bob Marley

Most of our professionals were through the resort but they were all amazing. Our photographer, Tricia, was so easy to be around and fun! I would definitely recommend her to be trusted for your big day. She made taking photos really fun and even made sure to scout locations ahead of time so we could stay on schedule with are day. She was always complimenting our party and made everyone feel at ease. Very professional and easy breezy!

The Wedding Team:

Photography – Tricia Victoria Photography
Event Planning – Wedding Vacations
Venue – Hotel Riu Palace
Invitations – Minted
Makeup Artist – Chelsea McCurdy
Wedding Dress – Truvelle
Bridal Accessories – Tiffany & Co.
Bridesmaids’ Apparel – Show Me Your Mumu
Groom’s Apparel – Simons
Groomsmen’s Apparel – Simons
Rings – Blue Nile
Favors – Starbucks, Trust the Bum

 

Thank you Tricia Victoria Photography for sharing this Cabo wedding with Junebug! For more destination wedding inspiration, check out this dreamy Bali wedding and this relaxed South African wedding.

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6 Ways to Get Your Groom Involved in the Wedding Planning Process

August 16, 2017 | Junebug Weddings

photo by The Image Is Found

When it comes to your wedding, the most important thing is that it is a reflection of you and your hubby-to-be! So, it just makes sense that you both should have a hand in the planning process. While it might be more natural for you, as the bride, to take the lead on most of the details, there are plenty of ways for your groom to get involved. Our advice is to suggest tasks for him to own based on his strengths! What is he naturally good at? What types of tasks does he actually enjoy doing? Whether he’s an artist at heart or a financial expert, here are six wedding planning to-dos your groom may actually love based on his unique personality!

photo by Madi Flournoy Photography

The Artist: Design the Invitations and/or Wedding Website

If your groom has an artistic eye, designing the wedding invitations is the perfect way for him to use his craft in a meaningful and memorable way. After you both decide on the theme and the color palette, let his creative genius take over to create a custom invitation suite that speaks to your unique style as a couple. If he wants to take it one step further, ask him to design the wedding website, as well! His attention to detail and his ability to create an aesthetically pleasing design will ensure you have a site your guests will love.

photo by Anni Graham Photography

The Handy Man: Build Custom Furniture or Décor

If your man spends his weekends building things by hand or tinkering with home improvement projects, why not put those skills to use creating pieces you can use in your wedding décor? This can include anything from ceremony backdrops to farm tables to dessert displays. We’ve seen so many impressive DIY construction projects, so get creative in finding things that could be built instead of bought. Not only will these pieces add a more personal touch to your wedding venue, but they could also save you money and become part of your home décor after the wedding.

photo by Justine Montigny

The Puzzle Solver: Coordinate the Seating Chart

You’ve made it through the stress of figuring out who to invite, but now you have the equally stressful task of figuring out where to seat everyone. This is the perfect task for the groom who has a natural ability to solve any puzzle you put in front of him. Just make sure he’s aware of any family/friend drama up front and then let him figure out how to make it work so that everyone is happy. Not only does it take a big stressor off your plate, but it’ll give that problem-solving brain of his an engaging and important challenge!

photo by Michael Carr

The Foodie: Select the Reception Food and Drink Menus

One of the most common ways for grooms to be involved in the planning process is to put together the bar. But why stop there? If your man loves all things food and drink, let him take the reins on the entire reception menu! Anyone who is a self-proclaimed foodie won’t be satisfied with anything less than the best, which is a win-win for everyone involved. Rather than settling for a standard buffet or seated dinner, let your groom explore his passion for food and drink to create a reception that will surprise and delight you, himself, and your guests.

photo by Claire Penn Photography

The Financial Guru: Own the Budget

Let’s be honest: there are some grooms who either have no idea or no interest in how to contribute to the artistic elements of a wedding. That’s okay! We’ve saved one of the most important tasks for those left-brained grooms who are great with numbers and logistics: the wedding budget. While you both should discuss and agree on your wedding budget before you start planning, your groom may love putting together and maintaining spreadsheets, forecasting costs, and finding ways to save money. It’s easy to get carried away with all the details while in planning mode, so having one person manage all the numbers is a great way to ensure that you both stay on track.

photo by Zephyr Image

The Adventure Lover: Plan the Honeymoon

Planning a honeymoon may not be as time-consuming as planning a wedding, but we think it’s an equally important part of the entire process of getting married. This is your first trip as husband and wife, so you want it to be well-planned! If your groom has a naturally adventurous spirit and the ability to put together a great trip, let him run with it! We recommend setting the expectation early about whether you want your honeymoon to be active, relaxing, or a healthy mix of both. But, once you’re on the same page, your adventurous hubby-to-be will love planning every detail — and all you have to do is pack and get ready to relax!

If your groom needs help getting started with any of these tasks, we’ve got him covered with these wedding planning resources:

The Best Wedding Websites to Give Your Guests the Deets

Pro Tips for Creating Your Wedding Reception Seating Chart

18 Creative Reception Bar Ideas

5 Dessert Ideas That Will Make You Reconsider Your Wedding Cake

Let’s Talk Wedding Budget + 6 Ways to Save

How to Plan Your Dream Honeymoon

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