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Dazzling and Laid-back Glacier National Park Elopement

March 7, 2022 | kailey

With towering mountain peaks and scenic lake vistas as their backdrop, this adventurous couple’s Glacier National Park elopement is what elopement dreams are made of. The couple started the day with an early hike to Grinnell Point and enjoyed the most beautiful sunrise as they exchanged their vows. Overlooking the most stunning views, the couple posed wearing their matching denim jackets and popped a bottle of champagne. 

After exchanging dreamy vows, the couple headed back to their cabin for a unique reception alternative. They shared a fun impromptu meal of chips and dip, mac and cheese, and ended with their wedding cake by the fire and sipping champagne from their mugs. 

Their big day was simple and romantic but in the most spectacular way. Scroll through these amazing photos captured by Junebug member Jessica Billings to see every beautiful and cozy moment of this intimate celebration.    

Jessica Billings’ Thoughts On This Glacier National Park Elopement

From a coincidental mutual download of Bumble while in the Nashville area to a proposal in Acadia National Park and saying “I do” in Glacier National Park, their love story has been one for the books. They had one of the most epic sunrises I have ev

The Couple:

Huck and Kate

The Wedding:

Glacier National Park, Montana, United States

Unexpected Situations Can Create An Amazing Adventure

Even though we ran into a lot of unexpected situations, we worked as a team and had an amazing adventure—and the perfect photographer to capture it.

Wedding Planning Advice From The Newlyweds

Don’t worry about what anyone else wants for your wedding day. It was most important to us that it would only be the two of us and our photographer Jessica Billings. We really wanted to cherish that time together. Do exactly what you want even if that means it’s just the two of you.

The Best Part Of Their Glacier National Park Elopement

Watching the sunrise over Grinnell Point as we had just finished saying our vows to each other was unforgettable.

Surprise Wedding Food

We said our vows at sunrise and so we didn’t eat before, but we’d looked up several breakfast options in the area. I was stoked to have a breakfast burrito after a quick nap, but we quickly found out that zero of those restaurants were in operation. The only place open was a convenience store that had mostly expired food. We managed to scrounge some things together–Cool Ranch Doritos, tortilla chips, and Velveeta Mac and Cheese. We still laugh about that part of our day, but I don’t think we’ll recreate that meal anytime soon.

The Wedding Team:

Photography – Jessica Billings
Ceremony Venue – Glacier National Park
Reception Venue – Park Cabin Company
Floral Design – Mum’s Flowers
Makeup Artist + Hair Styling – Bridal Bliss Hair & Makeup by Lana

 

Congratulations to Huck and Kate on their dazzling and laid-back Glacier National Park elopement. And a big shout out to Junebug member Jessica Billings for capturing the magic from every angle of this intimate and romantic celebration. To see more of Jessica’s work, check out her portfolio in our directory of wedding photographers from around the globe.

For couples like Huck and Kate, who want an elopement experience that is both adventurous and truly romantic with the best scenery, national parks make the ideal destination. Check out our list of the prettiest national parks to find the perfect setting to make your dream elopement a reality.

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Bold, Bright, and Modern Casa 1537 Wedding

March 6, 2022 | riley

There are weddings, and then there are Indian weddings. After moving their wedding date two times and planning their destination wedding under uncertain circumstances for over a year, Sebena and Rickin were able to pull off a memorable Casa 1537 wedding. Their four-day-long celebration was filled with bold colors, elaborate attire, lavish feasts, and fabulous florals

It started with the couple exploring the city with their photographer–and Junebug member–Take it Photo, taking in the amazing architecture and rich character of Cartagena. The festivities that followed took place across multiple different venues located at the historic colonial estate. The second day poolside Sangeet was a lush tropical paradise. It was filled with bright orange, pink, and yellow florals, a stunning display of rattan pendant lights over the pool, and stylish lounge areas. The couple also wore matching yellow attire that perfectly matched the setting. 

With lots of white florals, lush greenery, and candles, the ceremony and reception on the third day were a modern fairytale come to life. The couple wore a red saree and white sherwani before changing into a colorful lehenga and classic tux for the reception. They ended the night with a bang as they partied carnival style. They rounded the weekend off with a relaxing day at the beach, perfect after a weekend of drinking and dancing.

It all came together seamlessly thanks to their planner Caribe Cordial and floral designer Hojas Y Pistilos. From the many different floral arrangements to the sweet first look to the groom’s grand entrance in a vintage convertible, you need to see the many gorgeous details of this one. Scroll through these fabulous images for some serious destination wedding inspiration! 

The Couple:

Sabena and Rickin

The Wedding:

Casa 1537, Cartagena, Columbia

Working With TakeitPhoto

TakeitPhoto had already scouted out spots around the city they wanted to shoot, and we did a mix of indoor and outdoor portraits that ended up highlighting both Cartagena and us beautifully.

Recommended Reading: What To Expect When Attending An Indian Wedding

Wedding Planning Advice From The Newlyweds

Our advice is to enjoy the process! We had so much fun with everything–from picking our outfits to our signature cocktails. Decide what three aspects or vendors are most important to you and prioritize them when it comes to planning and budget. It will help keep things in perspective when there are a million decisions that need to be made. And once the wedding begins, let it go. Something will go wrong and there will be hiccups, but it doesn’t matter. Most of the time, no one but you will notice.

Recommended Reading: Use This Wedding Flower Checklist to Incorporate Flowers Throughout Your Day

It Was A Memorable Casa 1537 Wedding

The most memorable part of the wedding for both of us was just the feeling of having everyone we love in the same place and the palpable joy in the room. Having everything come together and seeing people we haven’t been able to see or celebrate with in so long was truly indescribable. Everything came together seamlessly. The final style was exactly what we wanted, and it was really representative of us as individuals and as a couple—and that’s what we wanted our guests to experience.

Recommended Reading: Should I Have A First Look At My Wedding?

How They Personalized Their Ceremony

We had a close friend officiate the ceremony and incorporate a mix of traditions from both our families and cultures, but with a modern twist. We also wrote our own vows and recited them, which was a really special moment.

 

Recommended Reading: Our Favorite Reception Dresses To Dance The Night Away In

The Wedding Team:

Photography – Take it Photo
Event Planning – Caribe Cordial
Venue – Casa 1537
Floral Design – Hojas Y Pistilos
Catering – Vanessa Figueroa Catering
DJ – DJ Sohbash
Videography – Ruiz Films
Makeup Artist & Hair Styling – Karla Brigitte
Wedding Dress – Seema Gujral
Bridal Accessories – Paisley Popup
Henna – Mafe Moreno
Rings – Point No Point Studio & Holden
Rentals – Playa Producciones

 

Congratulations to Sebena and Rickin on their bold, bright, and modern Casa 1537 wedding. And big thanks to Junebug photographer  Take it Photo for capturing this celebration that was truly a beautiful blend of rich cultures. To see more of their work, check out their profile in our directory of wedding photographers from all over the globe!

Planning a destination wedding can be challenging, especially during a pandemic. But just like Sebena and Rickin, by choosing and trusting the right team of vendors, you’ll be sure to pull off an unforgettable experience!

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The Best Etsy Bohemian Wedding Dresses

March 5, 2022 | kailey

Image by Stephanie Velez. See more of this real wedding here.

Etsy is one of our favorite resources for all things wedding—dresses and jumpsuits included. It doesn’t matter if you’re getting hitched in your local courthouse or planning the boho destination wedding of your dreams, there’s guaranteed to be dozens of unique wedding outfit options that’ll make you feel confident at an affordable price. Talk about the best of both worlds.  

If your wedding vision is laid-back, neutral, and packed with a whole lot of rattan, odds are you’re in the market for a boho wedding outfit. To help you say yes to the dress or jumpsuit of your dreams, we’ve created a round up packed with eye-catching bohemian outfits from our favorite Etsy shops. Keep scrolling for all the bell sleeves, flowy trains, and lace you’ve been searching for. 

Lebride Atelier Etsy Wedding Dresses

1. Open back boho wedding dress ($750); 2. Chiffon Bridal Gown With Long Sleeves ($400); 3. Stylish Chiffon Wedding Dress With Deep V-Neckline ($450); 4. Romantic Wedding Dress With Bows ($550)

We Are Reclamation Etsy Wedding Dresses

1. Much Love Gown Pre Order ($405); 2. The Wander With Me Dress ($1,315); 3. Magical Radiance In All Vintage ($877); 4. Summer Love Gown ($1,000)

Blush Fashion Etsy Wedding Dresses and Jumpsuits

1. Leaf Lace Ivory Blush color Wedding Dress ($468); 2. Ivory wrap Full Lace Bell Sleeves Wedding Dress ($440); 3. Ivory Wedding Lace Jumpsuit ($440); 4. Ivory One Shoulder Dress ($450)

Dreamers And Lovers

  1. Arabelle Boho Wedding Dress ($1,934); 2. Samantha Angel ($1,984); 3. Ivory Pure Silk Bohemian Wedding Dress ($2,505); 4. Ivory Lace Bohemian Backless Wedding Gown ($1,754)

Belle Lueur Gowns

1. Aurora Boho Wedding Gown ($479) 2. Ophelia Boho Wedding Gown ($424); 3. Rae Boho Wedding Gown ($561); 4. Luna Boho Wedding Gown ($466)

Now that you have your boho wedding dresses secured, it’s wedding party time. Start by grabbing inspiration from other real bohemian weddings. Then, check out our list of top-notch bohemian bridesmaid dresses that’ll complement any boho wedding, no matter the color palette.

Image by Abigail Renee Photography. See more of this real wedding here.

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