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Real Weddings- Megan and Zeb

July 18, 2008 | editorial team

John and Joseph Photography, romantic Salish Lodge real wedding

Today’s Real Wedding of Megan and Zeb took place at the spectacularly picturesque Salish Lodge and Spa perched at the top of Snoqualmie Falls, and features some super creative touches. Megan and Zeb wanted their ceremony to feel formal and elegant, but wanted the reception and the rest of the weekend to feel casual, laid back, and spontaneous for all of their guests. With the help of wedding coordinator An Elegant Affair and the rest of their wedding team, they certainly did just that. I love how these photos by John Hong of John and Joseph Photography capture their excitement and joy. It looks like laughter must have been filling the air!

John and Joseph Photography, romantic Salish Lodge real wedding images

After their wedding ceremony in the meadow, the party moved up to the Lodge porch where lounge areas were arranged and summery green grass decorations covered the tabletops. Instead of a sit down dinner, Megan and Zeb created a fun barbeque atmosphere with all kinds of yummy dishes like grilled salmon, kabobs, salads served in martini glasses and other passed appetizers. They created 3 different signature drinks, strawberry mohitos, lemondrops and orance creamsicles, and served them in custom made ice sculptures from Creative Ice to keep them perfectly chilled. Thier unbelivable wedding cake from the ledgendary company Mike’s Amazing Cakes was a replica of a photo taken as Zeb proposed to Megan during a goldola ride in Venice. So fun! Sounds like a celebration no one will forget! Thanks so much for sharing your day with us Megan and Zeb!

John and Joseph Photography, outdoor lounge real wedding, appetizers and wedding cocktails

For all the rest of the details from this amazing celebration, be sure to visit our Real Weddings section.

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Wedding Veils and Bridal Hair Accessories

July 16, 2008 | editorial team

If you haven’t had a chance to checkout our guest blog post about wedding veils and other bridal hair accessories over at Wishpot.com yet, here you go! It was a such a treat to write- any time I get to concentrate on a fashion filled topic like wedding veils, I’m a happy girl! 

alternative bridal wedding veil
Image by Positive Light Photography, dress and veil by Kiko House of Couture

To veil or not to veil

The wedding veil is a quintessential bridal accessory. Those airy white layers and that lovely crowning halo create a magical transformative feeling the moment you put one on. Nothing says wedding quite like it! Wedding veils have been used throughout history to symbolize cultural and spiritual beliefs, and while some brides today wear a veil as a symbol, most brides wear one to make a fabulous fashion statement. Veils come in all shapes, lengths and styles and if you wear one youll want to choose the style that best accentuates your dresss features and adds a finishing touch to your look. 

classic veils, matilla veils and cage veils for the bride
Top row: Image by J. Garner Photography
Middle row: Images by Junebug Weddings, French Net Blusher by Erica Koesler available at All About Weddings, mantilla veil with scalloped gold edge from Luly Yang Couture
Bottom row: Image by J. Garner Photography

Classic veils fall to your elbow, your fingertip, to the floor or in a long train stretching out behind you, and can be made of a variety of fabrics and embellishments. A great classic veil alternative is the Mantilla veil, with its lovely lace edges and romantic Spanish influence. A fun retro inspired option that lends lots of personality to any look is the cage or birdcage style veil. Made of netting or very light tulle it beautifully frames your face and is perfect for a fashion forward bride.

bridal hair accessories and wedding veil alternatives
Top row: Image by Junebug Weddings, Ivory French net blusher with flower accent by Erica Koesler available at La Belle Reve
Second row: Velvet and silk orchid holly flower and Swarovski crystal encrusted Belinda headband by Jennifer Behr
Third row: Image by Junebug Weddings, fresh hair flower by Juniper Flowers, Devotion Silk Wedding Hair Flower by Mikiye Creations on Etsy.com
Bottom row: Yellow floral headband by Twigs & Honey by Myra Callan on Etsy.com, jeweled hair comb from Luly Yang Couture

If a traditional bridal look with a long flowing veil just isnt for you, there are an infinite number of other options for fabulous bridal hair accessories! Real fresh flowers tucked into your hair always look pretty and feminine and will never go out of style. (Be sure to purchase extra blooms and keep them available throughout the day in case the one youre wearing wilts and you want to freshen up.) Tiaras and other jeweled hairpins add sparkling glamour and formality, while headbands made of any material make for a sweet and youthful look. Fabric flowers and other creative designs can combine all of these accessories into one, and could be a fantastic DIY project for any crafty bride. No matter what you choose, stay true to your style and have fun with the process. Youre sure to look and feel amazing when your wedding day arrives!

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Four New Wedding Planning Books We Love

July 11, 2008 | editorial team

Its summer, the perfect time to put your feet up a read a good book! Thank goodness there is plenty of new reading material out there on our very favorite topic, wedding planning. Here are four of the latest and greatest editions to inspire you and help you plan the wedding youre dreaming of.

Mindy Weiss wedding and event planner, wedding planning book
Legendary wedding planner Mindy Weiss shares her latest labor of love, The Wedding Book- The Big Book for your Big Day. This must read, stylish, comprehensive tome is chocked full of great advice and common sense tips to take the stress out of wedding planning. Mindys devotion to helping brides just leaps off the pages, and even though she is a sought after celebrity wedding planner, her guidance is given with every bride in mind. Learn how to get organized, stay on budget, and wow your guests from the get-go, from a pro that knows.

Anne Chertoff and Russell and Hazel wedding planning workbook
Anne Chertoff, author of the popular blog From I Will to I Do, has partnered with Russell and Hazel to create a super cute and ultra useful workbook, The Wedding Organizer. Choose your exterior design from their fantastic options and then print out over 30 different wedding planning worksheets (for free, and as many times as you need) to add to their basic system and totally customize your wedding planning process. 

Susie Coelho wedding style expert, Style Your Drea Wedding
Style expert Susie Coelho has written Style Your Dream Wedding, a book absolutely packed full of incredible images, including many by our Junebug member photographers and dear friends John and Joey Hong of John and Joseph Photography. (Including the lovely one on the stairs above from Junebug’s Luly Yang at the Seattle Art Museum Fashion Report! Fun!) Susie breaks wedding planning down according to 8 different styles and provides advice and ideas for creating a perfectly personal and stylish event.

Christa Terry, Never teh bride, internet wedding planning book
iDo: Planning Your Wedding with Nothing But ‘Net comes to us from fellow blogger, Christa Terry at Manolo for the Brides. Christa knows that most brides would just as soon turn to the net when it comes to planning their weddings, but with a million wedding websites they often dont know where to turn or who to trust. Check out this handy guide and get on track planning your wedding in no time flat (and check out our mention on page 24! Thanks Christa!) 

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