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From Blogger to Bride – A Junebug Proposal Story!

February 18, 2015 | Junebug Weddings

Big news Junebug fans… I’m engaged! Over the holidays, my boyfriend of 3 years (Phil) got down on one knee and asked if I would spend the rest of my life with him. I shook, I cried, I smiled, and then I said “YES.” On October 3rd, 2015 we will be saying “I Do” and beginning a new and exciting adventure together. Inevitably, I will be sharing every detail of the wedding planning process over the next 9 months in a new series called “From Blogger to Bride.” If ever there was a moment to say “so much to do, so little time,” now seems pretty appropriate!

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Here’s me talking about the proposal! Along with blogging, you will see much more of me on our Vimeo and Youtube channels. Check them out!

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Here are a few photos we snapped the other day (thanks to our friend Briley Noel). Of course, I am planning an even bigger engagement session with one of my favorites, Studio Uma, which I will share in March!

I will be sharing everything with you over the next 9 months. The happiness, the stress, and the many lessons to be learned. We will also be launching some new bridal tools, interviewing awesome people, and doing a few other fun things along the way! I want (and need) all the help and advice in the world, so I would really appreciate it if fellow brides-to-be, professionals, and newlyweds would chime in! I want this series to be as interactive as possible.

At the end of “From Blogger to Bride,” I hope to share with you a wedding that was planned by the entire Junebug community. Not a perfect wedding, but a wedding that brings together beautiful moments, gorgeous details, and the incredibly passionate people that make it all happen. I’m so excited to plan this wedding with you all and to let you in on an intimate, personal journey of mine. Stay tuned for my next post, which will discuss how to get inspired for your wedding!

P.S. Do you want to be involved in “From Blogger to Bride”? Write to [email protected]. We would love to hear from you!

Pink and Purple Wedding in Pennsylvania

February 18, 2015 | Junebug Weddings

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Pennsylvania is the perfect setting for a traditional wedding with a twist. Kathryn and Rob’s pink and purple wedding began with a traditional church ceremony, before guests headed over to The Glasbern Inn for a rustic reception filled with dancing and cupcakes. The newlyweds spent their first moments together walking in the beautiful autumn leaves as the sun settled into the most breathtaking golden hour, where Alison Conklin Photography captured images the couple will cherish forever.

The Couple:

Kathryn and Rob

The Wedding:

The Glasbern Inn, Fogelsville, Pennsylvania

The Inspiration:

Rob and I love the rustic style that our venue offered. We wanted to keep our decor simple but elegant. We used wooden crates, wheat grass bouquets, and vintage books for our cocktail hour room decor, and kept the reception room simple with white-washed wooden boxes for the centerpieces that held garden roses, hydrangeas, seeded eucalyptus, and wheat grasses in them. We had mini blackboards as table numbers, and printed out our own “Thank You’s” to place at each table setting. Our attire was reflective of our personalities. We stayed true to who we are. I had a vintage-looking lace gown that was comfortable but still looked elegant. Rob wore a dark grey suit with a classic white shirt and skinny black tie. Both of us wanted to feel comfortable and feel ourselves on our wedding day and we definitely feel we achieved that.

The Moments:

Kathryn: My favorite moment of the wedding was the ceremony. It was very special to me because we were married at the Church I grew up going to and by the Monsignor I grew up with serving Sunday Mass. Having said my vows to Rob in such a sacred place is irreplaceable and something I will always cherish.

Rob: My favorite moment was seeing Kathryn walk down the aisle. She looked more beautiful than I ever imagined.

The Couple Recommends:

Without a doubt, Alison and Geoff Conklin were the highlight of our day. Not only were we left with the most amazing and beautiful pictures from our day, but we couldn’t have felt more at ease while getting ready in the morning and all throughout the day. Alison and Geoff are unmatched in the wedding field and the main reason, aside from their incredible talent, is that they are relatable, down-to-earth, and incredibly warm people! We are so blessed to have had them there to share our wedding day with!

The Wedding Team:

Photography – Alison Conklin Photography
Ceremony Venue – St. Thomas More Church
Reception Venue – The Glasbern Inn
Cake – Alice Bakery & Confectionery
Live Music – Slippery Band
Invitations – Minted
Hair Styling – Oliver’s Salon and Day Spa
Wedding Dress – Allure Bridals
Bridesmaids’ Apparel – Amsale
Groom’s Apparel – Jos. A Bank
Groomsmen’s Apparel – Jos. A Bank
Rings – Gabriel Jewelers
Transportation – J&J Luxury Transportation

Thanks to Alison Conklin Photography for giving Junebug a glimpse into Kathryn and Rob’s sweet pink and purple wedding in Pennsylvania. For more traditional wedding inspiration, check out Stefanie and Tim’s Ivy Lea Club wedding in Ontario.

Marsala Wedding Inspiration at the Barrister Winery

February 18, 2015 | Junebug Weddings

dark red gold purple sage green

In case you haven’t heard, 2015 is all about Marsala, a color you can find everywhere from New York Fashion Week to interior design inspiration. When we saw this Marsala wedding styled shoot from Valorie Darling Photography, we knew it would be the perfect source of inspiration for fashion-forward couples tying the knot in 2015. The Barrister Winery was the perfect Pacific Northwest venue for the shoot, with its dark wood elements and, of course, the wine! Event planner and designer Andrea Leslie‘s vision was carried out in every detail, from invitations to tablescape to cakes.

Here’s what the experts behind the shoot had to say about their inspiration:

We were inspired by the beauty of the Pacific Northwest in the winter. We included many textures in the florals, paper products, linens, attire and venue that were meant to represent the Evergreen State: the mountains (in the calligraphy font), raw nature elements (wood paneling, escort card branch and lush greenery), as well as wine (Washington state is the new Napa! So having the setting be in a winery was fitting).

For the tablescape, our theme was prevalent with the bold textured metal backdrop. It set the stage for the beautiful pops of metallics in the candles, silverware (or should I say “gold ware”) and sprinkled, rimmed chargers. The centerpiece was organic and free flowing down the table to capture the feeling of a woodsy feast. The place settings were a combination of vintage, cut-crystal and ruby glassware to give hints of the rich color palate as well as that metallic pop with the gold-leafed menus.

As for the cake, we loved the look of naked cakes because of the simplicity and rawness of the cake. The technique used to frost the inner layers creates somewhat of a dusted snow look, which played into our winter vibe. We were spoiled with more than one cake and Batch Bakeshop also created a painted cake with images of grapes and vines for the winery venue. The smooth texture and beautiful paint on the middle cake was perfectly complimented with the naked cakes that had accents of pomegranate berries and sage leaves.

The Talented Team:

Photography – Valorie Darling Photography
Event Planning – Andrea Leslie Weddings
Venue – Barrister Winery
Floral Design – Sunset Floral + Greenhouse
Cake – Batch Bakeshop
Invitations – Jacki Miller
Hair & Makeup Design – Valorie Darling Photography
Wedding Dress – Sarah Seven via The Dress Theory
Bridal Accessories – Trace Henningsen Bridal
Groom’s Apparel – Hugo Boss
Linens – La Tavola
Rentals – Attic Rentals, Event Rents

A warm thank you to Valorie Darling Photography for sharing this beautiful Barrister Winery wedding inspiration with Junebug! For more burgundy wedding details, check out Jennifer and Guillaume’s music festival wedding in France.

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