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Alice in Wonderland Wedding Inspiration Photo Shoot at the Newhall Mansion

April 10, 2013 | editorial team

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There’s so much that’s magical about the story of Alice in Wonderland, so when I received this pretty styled wedding photo shoot that used the Alice story as their inspiration, I just couldn’t resist sharing it with you! From the whimsical floral designs to the keys and clocks dotting the decor design, to the playful fashion, hair and makeup, this shoot is bursting with fun wedding ideas. Here’s a little background on the shoot, and photos from Becca Rillo Photography

“The Newhall Mansion (formerly the Piru Mansion) is an iconic landmark that has been featured in many films like the original Hulk and Charlie’s Angels. Since being taken over in July of 2012, the new owners have completely furnished this gorgeous location with authentic elements from the original time is was built. We put together a team of our absolute favorite vendors for this shoot because this is the first styled shoot that has ever been done at this location. The new owners are so excited to start holding real weddings there starting in April 2013.

When we did our original walk through of the venue, there were so many gorgeous areas around the property, it was hard to narrow it down to a few to capture for the shoot. The beautiful, pastel, stained glass jumped out at us and we immediately thought of Alice in Wonderland as a perfect theme. We paired some vintage elements, mixed with modern accents to create this gorgeous wedding inspiration!”

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Alice in Wonderland wedding inspiration, Newhall Mansion, Touch of Gold Events, Wisteria Lane Floral Design Studio and Becca Rillo Photography | via junebugweddings.com

Alice in Wonderland wedding inspiration, Newhall Mansion, Touch of Gold Events, Wisteria Lane Floral Design Studio and Becca Rillo Photography | via junebugweddings.com

Alice in Wonderland wedding inspiration, Newhall Mansion, Touch of Gold Events, Wisteria Lane Floral Design Studio and Becca Rillo Photography | via junebugweddings.com

Alice in Wonderland wedding inspiration, Newhall Mansion, Touch of Gold Events, Wisteria Lane Floral Design Studio and Becca Rillo Photography | via junebugweddings.com

Alice in Wonderland wedding inspiration, Newhall Mansion, Touch of Gold Events, Wisteria Lane Floral Design Studio and Becca Rillo Photography | via junebugweddings.com

Alice in Wonderland wedding inspiration, Newhall Mansion, Touch of Gold Events, Wisteria Lane Floral Design Studio and Becca Rillo Photography | via junebugweddings.com

Alice in Wonderland wedding inspiration, Newhall Mansion, Touch of Gold Events, Wisteria Lane Floral Design Studio and Becca Rillo Photography | via junebugweddings.com

Alice in Wonderland wedding inspiration, Newhall Mansion, Touch of Gold Events, Wisteria Lane Floral Design Studio and Becca Rillo Photography | via junebugweddings.com

Alice in Wonderland wedding inspiration, Newhall Mansion, Touch of Gold Events, Wisteria Lane Floral Design Studio and Becca Rillo Photography | via junebugweddings.com

Alice in Wonderland wedding inspiration, Newhall Mansion, Touch of Gold Events, Wisteria Lane Floral Design Studio and Becca Rillo Photography | via junebugweddings.com

Alice in Wonderland wedding inspiration, Newhall Mansion, Touch of Gold Events, Wisteria Lane Floral Design Studio and Becca Rillo Photography | via junebugweddings.com

Alice in Wonderland wedding inspiration, Newhall Mansion, Touch of Gold Events, Wisteria Lane Floral Design Studio and Becca Rillo Photography | via junebugweddings.com

Alice in Wonderland wedding inspiration, Newhall Mansion, Touch of Gold Events, Wisteria Lane Floral Design Studio and Becca Rillo Photography | via junebugweddings.com

Alice in Wonderland wedding inspiration, Newhall Mansion, Touch of Gold Events, Wisteria Lane Floral Design Studio and Becca Rillo Photography | via junebugweddings.com

Alice in Wonderland wedding inspiration, Newhall Mansion, Touch of Gold Events, Wisteria Lane Floral Design Studio and Becca Rillo Photography | via junebugweddings.com

Alice in Wonderland wedding inspiration, Newhall Mansion, Touch of Gold Events, Wisteria Lane Floral Design Studio and Becca Rillo Photography | via junebugweddings.com

Alice in Wonderland wedding inspiration, Newhall Mansion, Touch of Gold Events, Wisteria Lane Floral Design Studio and Becca Rillo Photography | via junebugweddings.com

Alice in Wonderland wedding inspiration, Newhall Mansion, Touch of Gold Events, Wisteria Lane Floral Design Studio and Becca Rillo Photography | via junebugweddings.com

Alice in Wonderland wedding inspiration, Newhall Mansion, Touch of Gold Events, Wisteria Lane Floral Design Studio and Becca Rillo Photography | via junebugweddings.com

Alice in Wonderland wedding inspiration, Newhall Mansion, Touch of Gold Events, Wisteria Lane Floral Design Studio and Becca Rillo Photography | via junebugweddings.com

Alice in Wonderland wedding inspiration, Newhall Mansion, Touch of Gold Events, Wisteria Lane Floral Design Studio and Becca Rillo Photography | via junebugweddings.com

Photo Shoot Team: Photography: Becca Rillo Photography
Event Venue: Newhall Mansion
Event Planner: Touch of Gold Events
Floral Designer: Wisteria Lane Floral Design Studio
Hair Stylist: Shannon Hair
Musicians: Once Upon a Dream Harpist
Invitation Designer: Prim & Pixie
Dress Store: Le Soie Bridal
Cake Designer: Fantasy Frostings
Equipment Rentals: Archive Vintage Rentals
Makeup Artist: Doubletake Makeup Artistry
Tuxedo and Mens Attire: J. David’s Custom Clothiers

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Sweet Vintage Garden Wedding in New Zealand – Leah and Simon

April 9, 2013 | editorial team

colorful handmade wedding in New Zealand with photos by Mary Sylvia Photography Inc. | junebugweddings.com

The Couple: Leah and Simon

The Wedding: 1.26.13 – Private Family Home in Tauranga, New Zealand

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colorful handmade wedding in New Zealand with photos by Mary Sylvia Photography Inc. | junebugweddings.com

 

colorful handmade wedding in New Zealand with photos by Mary Sylvia Photography Inc. | junebugweddings.com

 

colorful handmade wedding in New Zealand with photos by Mary Sylvia Photography Inc. | junebugweddings.com

 

colorful handmade wedding in New Zealand with photos by Mary Sylvia Photography Inc. | junebugweddings.com

 

colorful handmade wedding in New Zealand with photos by Mary Sylvia Photography Inc. | junebugweddings.com

 

colorful handmade wedding in New Zealand with photos by Mary Sylvia Photography Inc. | junebugweddings.com

What three adjectives best describe your wedding day? Fun, homemade and loving

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colorful handmade wedding in New Zealand with photos by Mary Sylvia Photography Inc. | junebugweddings.com

 

colorful handmade wedding in New Zealand with photos by Mary Sylvia Photography Inc. | junebugweddings.com

 

colorful handmade wedding in New Zealand with photos by Mary Sylvia Photography Inc. | junebugweddings.com

 

colorful handmade wedding in New Zealand with photos by Mary Sylvia Photography Inc. | junebugweddings.com

 

colorful handmade wedding in New Zealand with photos by Mary Sylvia Photography Inc. | junebugweddings.com

 

colorful handmade wedding in New Zealand with photos by Mary Sylvia Photography Inc. | junebugweddings.com

 

colorful handmade wedding in New Zealand with photos by Mary Sylvia Photography Inc. | junebugweddings.com

Was there a decor theme that ran through your wedding? What was the inspiration for that particular idea and how did it reflect you as a couple? We didn’t have a decor theme as such, but I love anything retro and vintage. I love colour and I love florals and patterns. All those things were seen throughout the wedding.

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colorful handmade wedding in New Zealand with photos by Mary Sylvia Photography Inc. | junebugweddings.com

 

colorful handmade wedding in New Zealand with photos by Mary Sylvia Photography Inc. | junebugweddings.com

 

colorful handmade wedding in New Zealand with photos by Mary Sylvia Photography Inc. | junebugweddings.com

 

colorful handmade wedding in New Zealand with photos by Mary Sylvia Photography Inc. | junebugweddings.com

What were some of the different ways you used decor elements to create the beautiful, cohesive event you were envisioning? Wherever possible we made things ourselves and I think that made everything more original and special. We made all the tablecloths out of white calico and table runners out of hessian, plus we made more than 100 metres of bunting to decorate the venue. Our napkins were made out of mint, pink and yellow seersucker and we alternated the colors on the tables. Each place setting incorporated old vintage plates and tea cups too. We bought lots of colourful roses from a local grower and members from our family arranged them in old crystal vases for the tables. They were so beautiful and such a lovely way to get family members involved!

Our wedding favours were homemade plum jam – we put it in cute little jars with floral fabric around the top, and we tied place cards on to each one with twine. They looked so gorgeous on top of the colored napkins!

 

I collected old jars, decorated them and then turned them into hanging lanterns. We hung them off metal hooks that lined the pathways. They were beautiful during the day and even more beautiful at night, with tealight candles lit inside.

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colorful handmade wedding in New Zealand with photos by Mary Sylvia Photography Inc. | junebugweddings.com

Where did you choose to hold your wedding, and how did the location influence your decor decisions? We had our wedding at Simons family home. They have a beautiful villa on an avocado orchard. It’s where Simon grew up so it was really special for us and his family to be able to have it there. It was the perfect location for the summer garden wedding we wanted!

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colorful handmade wedding in New Zealand with photos by Mary Sylvia Photography Inc. | junebugweddings.com

 

colorful handmade wedding in New Zealand with photos by Mary Sylvia Photography Inc. | junebugweddings.com

 

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colorful handmade wedding in New Zealand with photos by Mary Sylvia Photography Inc. | junebugweddings.com

Looking back, do you have a favorite project or successful decor idea from your wedding? Tell us what you loved about it! All of it!!! I loved every little detail of our wedding. I loved how all our ideas came together so well. I loved how original it was. I loved that it was so family orientated and how all our family helped us!

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colorful handmade wedding in New Zealand with photos by Mary Sylvia Photography Inc. | junebugweddings.com

The Wedding Team:

Photographer: Mary Sylvia Photography Ltd.
Ceremony & Reception Venue: The groom’s family home
Officiant: Sally Guest from Savour It
Catering: A family friend – Goog Sutherland
Florist: A family friend – Penny Trubshaw
Cake: Simons aunty, Carol Cullen
Wedding Dress: A family friend – Carolyn Kee
Bridal Accessories: Crystal earrings borrowed from the groom’s mother, crystal necklace by Carolyn Kee
Bridesmaids Apparel & Accessories: Carolyn Kee
Groom & Groomsmen Apparel & Accessories: Molloys Menswear
Hair Stylist: The bride’s sister – Amy Poingdestre
Make-up: Lillybeth from A Beautiful Education
Live Music: DV8
Rings: Artisan Manufacturing Jewellers and Ashley Hilton

Thank you so much Leah and Simon!

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Vintage Wedding Style Furniture and Decor Rental from rEvolve

April 8, 2013 | editorial team

vintage and custom wedding furniture, decor and lighting rental from rEvolve | via junebugweddings.com

I love all of the new options for stylish vintage wedding furniture and decor rental that exist in the event space these days – inspired by the best in interior design, these relaxed and welcoming looks lend an aire of home to any celebration. A unique rental company I recently learned about that serves both the East and West Coasts is rEvolve Furniture Co. Recommended to us by the fabulous wedding planner and Junebug member Lyndsey Hamilton of Lyndsey Hamilton Events, rEvolve offers beautiful designs that she says her clients love! One look at these images from their recent look book, and I can see why. Check them out and get inspired!

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