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Bridal Fashion – How to Rock a Short Wedding Dress

September 25, 2014 | Junebug Weddings

Forget the long, flowing gown and show off your legs with a short number on your wedding day. Long dresses are heavy, confining, and can be difficult to dance in if you’re a mover and a shaker (like me). Here are some of our favorite styles to help you decide which short dress to rock on your wedding day. Remember, whatever dress you choose should make you feel both beautiful AND comfortable.

1. Sweet Lace Overlay

Simple and feminine, a lace overlay adds grace and refinement to any short dress.

white dress for rehearsal dinner Photo by  Thierry Joubert, from PRETTY DAYS

2. Sleeveless and Form Fitting

Show off those toned arms and beautiful figure with a dress that hugs your curves in all the right places.

white short dress Photo by Taylor Lord Photography

3. Bohemian with Sleeves

Looking for a spunkier feel? Long sleeves always add a bit of mischief to any short dress. You can add more personality with embellishments, fringe, etc.

white dress rehearsal dinner Photo by Cat Hepple Photography

4. Preppy and Chic

Love pearls and bows? Choose a dress that pays homage to the 1950s with a wide bottom, cutesy details, and a fitted top.

white dress short Photo by Isabelle Armstrong

5. Silky Smooth

For the adventurous type, a silk dress can add a sultry vibe to your short dress.

short white dress Photo by Thierry Joubert, from PRETTY DAYS

If you are dead set on wearing a long gown for your ceremony, perhaps changing to a short wedding dress for your reception is the way to go.

For more fashion inspiration, take a look at our Fall 2014 Fashion Forecast post!

xoxoCarrie

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Pink and Gold Austin Inspired Wedding

September 25, 2014 | Junebug Weddings

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I am so excited to share Christina & Donna’s energy-filled wedding with you today. Celebrated with a hint of Texas flare, their pink and gold Austin inspired wedding was complete with smiles, tears, party, and of course, two beautiful gowns. Every moment, from the intimate first look to the dance floor festivities was creatively captured by Matthew Moore Photography. Please take a moment from your day to celebrate the beauty of love and the art of wedding photography. Enjoy!

The Couple: Christina and Donna

The Wedding: Barr Mansion

The Inspiration: We were inspired by rustic elegance. We used vintage vases and teacups as our centerpieces for our flowers. Mason jars filled with candles lined the tables. Festoon lights and chandeliers hung from the trees outside. It was beautiful!

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The Couple Recommends: All of our vendors were amazing! Each went over and above the expected. A special thank you to Katie and Matthew Moore, Elyse Shumsky-Alcorn, and Ryan Moore for the extra effort they put into making our day so very fabulous and memorable.

The Wedding Team:

Photographer: Matthew Moore Photography
Event Planner: Elyse Shumsky-Alcorn
Ceremony & Reception Venue:Barr Mansion
Videographer/Film Maker: Ryan Moore
Officiant: Krista Tuomi
Invitation Designer: Wedding Paper Divas
Catering: Barr Mansion
Florist: STEMS
Cake: Barr Mansion
Wedding Dress: Monique Lhuillier
Bridesmaids’ Apparel & Accessories: Kendra Scott Accessories
Groomsmen’s Apparel & Accessories: Brooks Brothers
Hair & Makeup: Katie Moore
DJ: DJ Gatsby
Live Music: Terra Vista Strings
Transportation: Transportation Consultants
Favors: Tears of Joy Hot Sauce

Thank you to Christina and Donna for sharing your wonderful wedding!

See more outdoor wedding inspiration in Lauri & Isaac’s Wedding at Holly Farm in Carmel, California.

 

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Outdoor Engagement Session in Los Angeles, California

September 24, 2014 | Junebug Weddings

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With a sweet and romantic idea in mind, Brenda & Ryan took to nature for their engagement shoot. Clasping hands and occasionally skipping through fields, the pair’s love for each other couldn’t be any more apparent. Beautifully captured by Evangeline Lane, the couple’s outdoor engagement session reflects their love of art, nature, and California perfectly.

 

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From the Couple: “Ryan and I met at Coachella 2012 through mutual friends as my girlfriend was dating his friend at the time. We felt instantly drawn to each other and we just kept hanging out the entire weekend and were glued to each others’ side. One day at the festival we went our separate ways to hangout with other friends. What was probably a few hours without him felt like an eternity. Even though we had only just met I missed him and couldn’t help wonder what show he was watching and when we might bump into each other again. I wondered, maybe he was thinking of me too? At that exact moment I received a text from him that simply said “I need you”. We found each other in the crazy sea of crowds during Radiohead’s performance. We walked out into the field sat down and watched the end of the show and that’s when we had our first kiss. Next Coachella in 2013, he proposed at the very same spot, which is where we’re getting married this December!” 

We are all obsessing over Brenda’s outfit, as she clearly knows how to rock the music festival look. And with the Austin Music Festival just around the corner, us Junebug girls are definitely taking notes!

Thanks so much to Brenda & Ryan for sharing their adorable photos and story with us! For more engagement shoot inspiration, check out Vancouver by Bike – Fun Engagement Shoot!

xoxoCarrie

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