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Backyard Fusion Wedding in Ontario

August 20, 2015 | Junebug Weddings

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Hien and Rob’s fusion wedding couldn’t have been more personal as it joined two different cultures and two different families together in one backyard in Ontario. The bride honored her Vietnamese background by donning a traditional red gown for the first part of the wedding ceremony, before changing into a sleek Maggie Sottero gown for the Western ceremony and reception. Luckily, photographer Sean McGrath was present to capture everything from the outfit changes to the quiet giggles shared between the newlyweds on their big day.

The Couple:

Hien and Rob

The Wedding:

Private Residence, Ontario,

The Inspiration:

With two ethnicities uniting, we wanted to respect both traditions in terms of ceremony. So we had a traditional Vietnamese ceremony in the morning and then I was able to walk down the aisle to Rob in the afternoon.
But we wanted to have one big party for our reception! Drinking and dancing is a universal language that everyone can connect to! The fashion and decor reflected that as well. The fashion was elegant, lightweight and movable for the dance floor!

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The Moments:

We both agreed that our favourite moment from our wedding was when we first saw each other. At that moment, we knew how much we’ve been through in the past 8 years and how much love there is and always will be. It was in that moment, we knew that we were going to spend the rest of our lives together and the vows we were about to say are words we will forever hold true.

The Couple Recommends:

Sean McGrath is hands down the best thing that happened to us for our wedding. When we were looking for a photographer, we had a specific style in mind. We wanted our day documented through moments and not poses. We wanted timeless editorial shots and he gave us that and more.

Sean exceeded our expectations! He was so easy to work with, he captured the best moments and he was a blast to have around. His work/portfolio speaks for itself and we would recommend him a thousand times over to anyone looking for a photographer that will take pictures that will last a life time.

The Wedding Team:

Photography – Sean McGrath Photography
Event Planning & Floral Design – Rossini Floral & Event Planning
Ceremony Venue – Private Residence
Reception Venue – Greek Canadian Club
Videography – Wyton Weddings
Wedding Dress – Maggie Sottero

A special thanks to Hien and Rob for sharing their fusion wedding in Ontario with Junebug! For more of Sean McGrath Photography‘s work, check out Andrea and Paul’s romantic New Brunswick beach engagement.

xoxoNicole

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Junebug’s 10 Favorite Summer Bouquet Trends

August 19, 2015 | Junebug Weddings

Flowers are the classic staple of any extraordinary wedding. They add life, texture, and a freshness that is much appreciated by your wedding design. Your unique floral combinations are what set your wedding apart from the rest, creating a one-of-a-kind atmosphere for your big day! The bridal bouquet is the signature floral piece, and that’s why it should be uniquely you. Over here at Junebug, we rave about awesome florals and truly can’t get enough of inspiring combinations for breathtaking weddings. Hoping to inspire an unforgettable floral design on your special day, we’ve gathered up some of our favorite summer bouquet trends. Take a look!

Alexa & Tyler - Katlyn Shanice Photography 1 Photography: Katelyn Shanice; Floral Design: Doniphan Flowers & Gifts; See more from the wedding here!

Caitlin B Photography Photography: Caitlin B Photography; Floral Design: Flower Power Products; See more from the styled shoot here!

Danielle Real Photography Photography: Danielle Real Photography; Floral Design: Wollam Gardens; See more from the wedding here!

Monica Mae Photography Photography: Monica Mae Photography; Floral Design: Andy Castano Design; See more from the wedding here!

MariaSundin_Wedding_Photographer Photography: Maria Sundin Photography; Floral Design: Antheia Flowers; See more from the styled shoot here!

Nyk + Cali, Wedding Photographers Photography: Nyk + Cali; Floral Design: A Village of Flowers; See more from the wedding here!

ScenemakersPhotography: Megan Robinson Photography; Floral Design: Scenemakers; See more from the styled shoot here!

Rebecca Silenzi Photography: Rebecca Silenzi; Floral Design: Grazie dei Fiori; See more from the styled shoot here!

Jess Petrie photography Photography: Jess Petrie Photography; Floral Design: Emma Weddings and Events; See more from the styled shoot here!

Sun + Life Phootgraphy Photography: Sun + Life Photography; Floral Design: Francine Biton; See more from the styled shoot here!

Got your summer bouquet covered but need more floral inspiration and design tips? Check out this Ask the Expert on How to Plan Your Floral Design!

xoxoJackie

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Casually Romantic Austin Wedding at Mercury Hall

August 19, 2015 | Junebug Weddings

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Lauren and Jon’s casual Austin wedding was filled with Texas Hill Country charm. The couple said “I do” beneath the large, twisting branches that have become a highlight of Mercury Hall weddings. Mercedes Morgan Photography captured every romantic detail, from Lauren’s curly up-do to the handmade crepe paper bouquets in shades of blush, coral, and fuchsia.

The Couple:

Lauren and Jon

The Wedding:

Mercury Hall, Austin, Texas

The Inspiration:

I think the unofficial theme of the wedding was casual elegance, if you can call that a theme! We were getting married at a modern venue with a bit of an Austin Hill Country vibe. It was the perfect amount of comfortable yet classic. My mom made all the wedding and ceremony flowers by hand from crepe paper; this was an incredibly meaningful and elegant touch.

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The Moments:

We hired a local group called Typewriter Rodeo that types custom poems on the spot based on any prompt. The poems were uniquely personal and memorable keepsakes for my guests. I was happy that so many people mentioned how much they enjoyed the personalized poems and what a sweet idea it was.

Also, I LOVED when Jon and I got in the middle of a dance circle and tore it up to “Uptown Funk.”

The Couple Recommends:

I would certainly recommend Mercedes Morgan Photography for being so easy to work with, keeping me calm, and producing fantastic work that speaks for itself. I didn’t have to worry about them capturing the right shot, I had absolute faith.

I would also highly recommend Mandy Millican with Modern Whimsy Events. She is organized and on top of everything, not to mention she also offers a wedding day yoga package for bride and bridesmaids which was glorious and really set the calm tone for the day.

The Wedding Team:

Photography – Mercedes Morgan Photography
Event Planning – Modern Whimsy Events
Venue – Mercury Hall
Catering – Royal Fig Catering
Cake – Michelle’s Patisserie
DJ – White Label Wedding DJs
Hair & Makeup Artist – Mindy Orsak
Wedding Dress – BCBG
Groom’s Apparel – Read Wall
Transportation – Cynthia’s Limousine

Congrats to Lauren and Jon on your Austin nuptials and thanks to Mercedes Morgan Photography for sharing the casually romantic day! Check out Courtney and Grant’s eclectic boho wedding at Mercury Hall to see more of the cool Austin venue!

xoxoNicole

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