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Week-Long Colorful Traditional Thai Wedding

After four years together and a romantic New York boathouse engagement, Sita and Matt planned for a grand celebration in the bride’s home country of Thailand. They wanted their wedding to feel more like a vacation with their loved ones, and that’s exactly what they did. With the help of planners Wedding Bliss Thailand and Easton Events, the pair achieved a week-long traditional Thai wedding full of color, show-stopping florals and decor, and fashion-forward attire.

Overlooking the rice paddies of Chiang Mai, the ceremony began with a gatecrashing parade, followed by a Buddhist monk and a water blessing. For the reception, a canopy of fairy lights drew the eyes to the breathtaking architecture of the Dhara Devi in the background and illuminated the stunning tablescape. Eye-catching arrangements of blooms and greenery were the highlight, and the same can be said about their western poolside celebration at Amanpuri a few days later. The standout features were a flower-filled aisle leading to the altar, towering oversized tropical centerpieces, and a floating floor surrounded by large lotus flowers.

On top of the gorgeous scenery and spectacular floral displays, their multi-day affair also had an array of epic outfit changes. It looked straight out of a magazine—from the bride’s glittering Siwalai and designer dresses to the groom’s crisp jacket with Mandarin collar and classic tuxedos. This wedding is a beautiful combination of traditional and contemporary, and all the details are definitely a must-see. Scroll through these swoon-worthy images captured by Jose Villa. They’re guaranteed to sweep you off your feet!

The Couple:

Sita and Matt

The Wedding:

Amanpuri, Phuket, Thailand

Traditional Thai wedding ceremony overlooking the rice paddies.

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The Wedding Team:

Photography – Amanpuri
Event Planning – The Wedding Bliss Thailand + Easton Events
Venue – Amanpuri
Floral Design – I Am Flower
Live Music – Elan Artists
Videography – StoryBox Cinema
Invitation Design – Emerence de Potesta
Wedding Dress – Hermione de Paula + Carolina Herrera + Asava + Sahroo
Groom’s Apparel – Asava + Tom Ford

 

Congratulations to Sita and Matt on their week-long traditional Thai wedding that was full of color. And a big thank you to Jose Villa for capturing this glamorous event’s breathtaking details. If you and your partner are searching for ways to take your destination wedding to the next level, draw inspiration from a multi-day celebration like this one.

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Perfectly Pink Palm Springs Wedding

October 22, 2022 | justine

When planning your dream wedding, there are two things you need to remember: stay true to your and your partner’s vision and stick to what you love! And this was exactly what Marina and Oscar did, pulling out all the stops at their pink Palm Springs wedding. The pair infused playful, sweet, and personal touches into every aspect of their big day—from the dreamy color palette and whimsical florals to the disco ball decor and funfetti cake.

The Ace Hotel and Swim Club was the perfect location for their modern celebration with its mid-century desert nights vibe and scenic views. For their poolside ceremony, a bubble gum-colored backdrop adorned with feathery pampas and blooms framed their vows in style. Taking the party to the clubhouse, their reception featured a romantic pink table setting and centerpieces in pastel with a surprising pop of red. And tying everything together were the overhead string lights and mirror balls that brought a dash of sparkle to their affair. 

Every detail was a nod to the couple’s favorites, and their trusted vendor team ensured that the day was unforgettable and special for them and their guests. Whether you and your partner want a fun or elegant event, these images captured by Mary Costa Photography will surely tickle you pink.

The Couple:

Marina and Oscar

The Wedding:

Ace Hotel & Swim Club, California, United States

How Their Pink Palm Springs Wedding Was Brought To Life

We wanted a modern, fun, and party-friendly vibe for our wedding. My favorite color is pink, and my engagement ring is a pink sapphire. My husband loves that I love it and wanted to incorporate it heavily into the design. We had so much fun working with Gabriela Pilar Events. She single-handedly helped bring our “teenage dream” vibe and design to life with custom-made decor, installs, and endless support.

Tying The Knot At Their Favorite Place

We chose The Ace Hotel and Swim Club because it’s our very favorite place to go to relax, connect, and have fun. We have many fond memories in Palm Springs and often travel there with friends and family. It’s also absolutely beautiful! Seeing our loved ones together and having fun was truly the best day ever.

Keeping The Focus On The Two Of Them During Their Pink Palm Springs Wedding Ceremony

It was all about the two of us. We chose to stand at the altar alone to really highlight this. We kept it short with no readings or poems, only beautiful opening words from my dad, who detailed our love story, and our written vows to each other. 

Prioritizing What’s Central To Their Values And Vision

It was important to infuse “us” into the entire day’s design, ceremony, and flow. For example, we skipped out on the flower and garter toss because it didn’t feel authentic to us. On the flip side, we prioritized the decor, music, photography, food, drinks, fashion, and overall party vibe! Everyone raved about how beautiful and fun the entire day was.

Take The Wedding Planning Stress In Stride

Start early and slow down. Planning was so stressful at times, but needlessly so. Take things day by day and incorporate non-planning days to stay sane. At the end of the day, it’s about you two and your love. Don’t lose sight of this.

The Wedding Team:

Photography – Mary Costa Photography
Event Planning – Gabriela Pilar Events
Ceremony + Reception Venue + Catering + Cake – Ace Hotel & Swim Club
Floral Design – Under New Mgmt
DJ – DJ Keelez
Videography – The Byrd Sisters
Invitation Design – Minted
Makeup + Hair Styling – Krystal Marquez
Wedding Dress – Willowby by Watters
Bridal Accessories – French Love Bridal Accessories
Bride’s Party Apparel – Mac Duggal
Groom’s Apparel – Indochino
Rings – Anna Sheffield Los Angeles
Ceremony Backdrops – Backup Backdrops

 

Congratulations to Marina and Oscar on their perfectly pink Palm Springs wedding. And big thanks to Mary Costa Photography for perfectly capturing all the memorable moments and beautiful details that unconventional couples will want to use as inspiration. If this sounds like you, start brainstorming how you’ll embrace a romantic color palette like this on your big day.

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15 Winter Bridal Accessories to Warm Up Your Look

October 21, 2022 | Junebug Weddings

Image by Jessica Amber

The temperatures are dropping, and winter weddings are amongst us. Whether you’re looking for a cozy jacket to wear during portraits in freezing temps, a pair of cute hiking boots for your snowy trek down the aisle during your adventure elopement, or a seasonal hair accessory to complete your look, we’re rounding up some winter bridal accessories that will keep you warm and stylish on your big day.

Winter Bridal Accessories

Jackets, Shrugs, and Capes

One of the easiest ways to stay warm on your wedding day is to throw on a jacket. Whether you choose to a customized denim jacket or faux fur, they’ll keep you comfortable and toasty all day long. Not a fan of wearing a jacket? Consider a shrug or a cape that gives you two looks in one.

Unreal Fur Faux Fur Tirage Cropped Jacket

LEIN X BHLDN Oxford Jacket

Unreal Fur Desire Jacket

Jenny by Jenny Yoo Tory Cape

Mrs. Pearl Jean Jacket

Winter Bridal Shoes

There are so many different shoe options when it to your big day. From heels to comfortable flats to booties, your choices are limitless.

Sam Edelman Leon Feather Heels

Seychelles Neve Heels

Loeffler Randall Shay Cappucino Heels

Sam Edleman Wrenley Pointed Toe High Heel Booties

Columbia Slopeside Peak™ Luxe Boot

Bridal Hats + Hair Accessories

From wool hats to headbands to beautiful hair pins, hair accessories are a fun way to dress up your wedding day hairstyle. When planning for winter, think of accessories with pearls, leaves, branches, snowflakes, and gemstones.

Wyeth London Hat

Lelet NY Jess Pearl and Crystal Headband

Simply Nova Satin Layered Bow

Twigs & Honey Frangine Hair Comb

Twigs & Honey Carlotta Tiara

We know that choosing your winter bridal accessories is much easier than choosing what wedding dress you’re going to wear. So if you have yet to choose your dress, check out these long sleeve wedding dresses perfect for winter brides. And of course, don’t forget to check out ways that you can incorporate the season into your big day with these five unique winter wedding ideas!

Image by Jessica Amber

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