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Real Weddings- Stacey and Andrew

August 7, 2009 | editorial team

gorgeous California bride and groom, Amelia Lyon Photography

Stacey and Andrew were married on a sunny spring day last April in San Clemente, California, in a wedding that was creative, romantic, and fun! Their goal was to really incorporate aspects of their personal style into the day so their guests got a feeling of who they were, from beginning to end. The day was full of friends and laid back fun, and photographers Amelia and Justin Lyon from Amelia Lyon Photography were there to capture every gorgeous moment.

Stylish California Real Wedding, Amsale Bali wedding dress, ivory, brown and blush color palette, Amelia Lyon Photography

The thoughtful fashion and decor details of the day were abundant, but all were clean, casual and full of fun-loving spirit. The white, ivory, peach and chocolate brown color palette they chose was inspired by the subtle layers of color in Stacey’s stunning Amsale “Bali” wedding dress. For her old, new borrowed and blue, Stacey’s pearl earrings were old, her dress was new, she borrowed her grandmother’s religious medal, and her garter underneath it all was blue. The groom and his groomsmen wore Calvin Klein Infinity Chocolate Brown striped tuxes with blush colored ties, and the bridesmaids wore short J.Crew Goddess dresses in ivory with brown pearl earrings. The reception decor incorporated white linens and all white flowers by JL Designs. (Different blooms were used at each table, but each vase only contained one type of flower.) Chocolate brown chairs surrounded the tables and white couches with blush throws for color were scattered throughout for guests to lounge on.

Stylish Real Wedding lounge decor details, white, ivory, brown and blush color palette, Amelia Lyon Photography

The wedding ceremony was performed by Stacey’s best friend Kris, who they thought would be a perfect symbol for what marriage means to them as he’s a wonderful father, husband and devoted family man. Dinner during the reception was all about being delicious, so they went with a Mexican food buffet including chipotle chicken, sweet corn cakes and vegetarian chile verde enchiladas, and for dessert instead of a traditional wedding cake they went with an alternative they loved even more- pies! They danced their first dance to The Way I Am by Ingrid Michaelson, and one of the most sentimental moments of the evening came when everyone was brought to tears by the toast Stacey’s mother gave, on the fly, celebrating the happy couple.

Outdoor California Real Wedding and wedding reception, alternative wedding cake, Amelia Lyon Photography

Thank you for sharing your wedding story with us Stacey and Andrew! To learn about all the wedding professionals who contributed to this wedding day, please visit our Real Weddings section.

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Phenomenal Photography- Spontaneous Wedding Emotions

August 6, 2009 | editorial team

This week’s wedding photography favorites from our Art Director Kim… 

The artists: The Image is Found, Jeff Newsom, Joy Marie Photography, Sean Flanigan Photography, Yours by John Photography, John and Joseph Photography

The adoration: Heart-felt, spontaneous emotions are all around us at weddings, and are the kind of moments I love to look for when I get to photograph someone’s wedding day. I love how people are quick to say “I love you”, and how even the most reserved members of the family let tears come to their eyes and huge smiles form on their lips. I love the looks exchanged between loved ones acknowledging that something sacred has just happened to change their lives. Here are some of my recent favorite photos taken by Junebug member photographers that really capture the emotions and essence of the wedding day.

emotional wedding reception image by The Image is Found
(Wedding reception image by The Image is Found)

 

wedding ceremony first kiss image by Jeff Newsom
(First kiss wedding ceremony image by Jeff Newsom)

 

Father of the bride wedding ceremony image by Joy Marie Photography
(Father of the bride wedding image by Joy Marie Photography)

 

Wedding ceremony blessing image by Joy Marie Photography
(Wedding ceremony blessing image by Joy Marie Photography)

 

Laughing bride and groom wedding reception image by Sean Flanigan Photography
(Laughing bride and groom image by Sean Flanigan Photography)

 

Wedding reception toast celebration image by Yours by John Photography
(Wedding reception celebration image by Yours by John Photography)

 

Wedding family image by John and Joseph Photography
(Wedding family image by John and Joseph Photography)

 

Wedding family father and grandmother image by Yours by John Photography
(Wedding family image by Yours by John Photography)

 

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Choosing Your Best Man

August 5, 2009 | editorial team

As a woman there are oh-so-many things that Im positive I dont know about the male mind, but one thing I am sure of is that a grooms choice of the best man at his wedding means a lot, in so many different ways. Whether its your best friend, brother, cousin or even father, anyone who you love, trust and are proud to have by your side can be your chosen guy. Because being the best man is a great honor as well as a big responsibility, do look for someone whos reliable and energetic, with time to commit to helping you throughout the wedding planning process. When you ask your best buddy to take on the job, be direct about the tasks and activities youre hoping hell participate in, and show your gratitude for his help all along the way.

Choosing your best man for your wedding, Image by Sean Flanigan
(Toasting groomsmen image by Sean Flanigan Photography)

The traditional responsibilities of your best man usually include the following. Use this list as a reference point and add and subtract duties specific to your wedding and personal style:

  • Your best man will help coordinate with the other groomsmen so everyones on the same page. Hell attend formal wear fittings and be sure each of your guys has all the information they need for the bachelor party, rehearsal dinner, and other events.
  • Hell plan and host your bachelor party. Be sure to tell him in advance what kind of party youre hoping to have, and if there are activities that you or other attendees are not excited about. (Bachelor parties can range from mild to wild, so straightforward communication can be a big help in avoiding uncomfortable situations!)
  • His traditional expenses are his wedding day attire, your bachelor party, and a wedding gift. If youre having a destination wedding or bachelor party, or want him to purchase his clothing instead of renting it, let him know well in advance to be sure this is something he can swing financially.
  • On the big day hell make sure the groomsmen show up on-time and on-task, stand by your side and hold your brides ring during the ceremony, sign your marriage license, give a toast at the reception, dance with your new wife, and assist and socialize with guests to keep the party flowing.
  • Hell be your businessman, getting things done. Delegate duties to your best man like delivering payments to vendors on the day of the wedding, collecting wedding gifts and making sure they get transported to your home, returning rental tuxes, and driving you to your hotel after the reception, or to the airport for your honeymoon.

Choosing your best man for your wedding
(Best man and groomsmen images by Sean Flanigan Photography, Laurel McConnell Photography, Alyssa Nicol Photography, GH Kim Photography, John and Joseph Photography, Laurel McConnell Photography, Yvette Roman Photography)

For much more groom related information including proposal stories, creative wedding planning ideas, honeymoon travel destinations, simple advice and men’s fashion inspiration, don’t miss our Groombug section!

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