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Gorgeous Fairytale Tuscan Villa Wedding

July 24, 2022 | riley

Originally planning on tying the knot in Ireland, Amanda and Brendan decided to host a Tuscan villa wedding after one of their friends attended one and couldn’t stop gushing about how beautiful it was. And we’re so happy they did. With the help of Junebug member and planner The Tuscan Wedding, the destination “I do’s” looked like it came straight out of a storybook. 

Villa Le Piazzole served as the perfect venue for the newlyweds, who fell in love with its sweeping views of the surrounding vineyard and olive grove and close proximity to the city center. The ceremony space was decked out in bright, colorful flowers arranged by Flowers Living which sat beautifully against the rolling green hills. Meanwhile, the reception was complete with long family-style tables draped in table runners made of greenery and the same bold florals from the ceremony and fairy lights that set the ambiance once the sun set.

With a classic menu consisting of pasta and limoncello margaritas, olive oil wedding favors, incredible scenery, and a vivid color palette, their special day was the epitome of an Italian dream come true–and we’re so thankful that Angelo Latorre was there to capture every magical detail. 

The Couple:

Shelby & Brendan

The Wedding:

Villa Le Piazzole, Florence, Italy

Why The Newlyweds Chose Italy For Their Special Day

We knew we wanted an international wedding and had initially looked at Ireland as both of our families are Irish. One of our good friends returned from a wedding in Tuscany and said it was the most incredible experience and one of the most beautiful weddings she had ever been to. She encouraged us to look into Italy, and our families loved the idea as well! Once we settled on Tuscany, I found our planner. She sent over several venues, and it took us quite a while to choose which one was best because they were all so beautiful. Once we saw Villa Le Piazzole, we were sold. The location was perfect–it was only 15 minutes from the city center but still had the beauty of the Tuscan countryside.

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Incorporating Family Into Their Special Day

We had our brother-in-law marry us, and he was truly the best pick for that role. He speaks so eloquently and really customized the ceremony to be about us and what’s important to us as a couple. He included some Jewish aspects, as my family is Jewish, which was also extremely special. One of my closest childhood friends and my sister-in-law did readings which were also beautiful and very us.

How Junebug Member The Tuscan Wedding Helped Them Achieve Their Dream Wedding

We wanted a romantic garden wedding in the hills of Tuscany, and that is exactly what our planner, The Tuscan Wedding, created for us! We wanted lots of bold colors mixed with black and white details. We wanted to make a big impact with flowers, lighting, and great Italian food and drinks. Our Italian villa was something out of a fairytale and made for the most magical setting.

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Soaking Up Their Fairytale Tuscan Villa Wedding

Walking into our reception, with fairy lights illuminating the garden, seeing the beautiful florals, our family and closest friends smiling, and realizing we were together in the most beautiful country in the world, was truly surreal. We thought our dream wedding wasn’t going to happen in Italy. COVID changed many things at the last minute, but we were truly in heaven at that moment.

The Wedding Team:

Photography + Videography – Angelo Latorre
Event Planning – The Tuscan Wedding
Venue – Villa Le Piazzole
Floral Design – Flowers Living
Catering – Galateo
DJ – Audiodress
Invitation Design – Lairsey Paper Co.
Hair Styling – Giulia Cresci
Wedding Dress – Chosen by Kyha
Bridal Accessories – Untamed Petals + Christian Louboutin
Groom’s Apparel – TRIO Clothiers

 

Congratulations to Shelby and Brendan on their fairytale Tuscan villa wedding at Villa Le Piazzole. And a big thank you to Angelo Latorre for capturing the day. We’re so thankful that Junebug member The Tuscan Wedding was there to help them plan the day of their dreams. To see more of the incredible weddings planned by this talented team, check out their profile in our directory of wedding planners from around the world! And don’t forget to check out our guide to destination weddings to help you start planning your very own. 

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Unique New Year’s Eve Wedding In Minneapolis

July 23, 2022 | riley

When Amanda and Bret got engaged in January of 2020, they had no idea that a global pandemic would stop them from tying the knot on New Year’s Eve later that year. Much like many other couples all over the world, the couple was forced to postpone their wedding. Luckily, they didn’t have to give up their dream of having an NYE celebration.

With the help of planner This Love Weddings, the two said “I do” hours in a ceremony complete with candles and cafe lights galore, hanging florals and greenery, and small winter touches like wreaths and Christmas trees. The reception at The Varsity Theater that followed featured art deco signage, faux snow, and gilded gold details. Once the clock struck midnight, the newlyweds and all of their friends and family gathered in a circle to sing “Auld Lang Syne” and kick-off 2022 in one of the most memorable ways possible.

From the emotional first look to the snowy portraits in the heart of a Minnesota storm, Junebug member Adrian Steinbach did an amazing job of capturing all of the details of this vintage-inspired affair. Keep scrolling to take a step back in time and get inspired for your very own NYE nuptials.

The Couple:

Amanda & Bret

The Wedding:

The Varsity Theater, Minneapolis, Minnesota

Incorporating The Season Into Their Unique New Year’s Eve Wedding

We wanted to run with the New Year’s vibe in terms of the look and experience of the wedding, but we also wanted to embrace the cold, winter date of the wedding (it was well below freezing and lightly snowing on the day itself). Some choices were hence pretty straightforward. We used black, white, and gold as the general color scheme and leaned into a slightly art-deco design for our poster and printed materials. Bret and his groomsmen wore black suits to match the scheme. I wore a classic lace A-line dress, and my bridesmaids wore black dresses. A bit of a happy coincidence–our guests stayed a very art deco hotel downtown–the Foshay Tower

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Wedding Planning Advice From The Couple

In planning, we encourage others to embrace adaptability. The wedding planning market (especially with venues and dates) can be very difficult to navigate. It’s this strange paradox of having so many choices and–after making a selection–feeling locked in and committed to that choice. Just know that all will be fine if a particular element doesn’t work out. You’ll walk away from your wedding, valuing the shared time you have with your partner, family, and friends. All the particulars of the event are very secondary to that happiness.

How They Chose The Varsity As Their Venue

Before we knew what we wanted, we knew what we didn’t want. We sought to avoid country clubs and event spaces, namely those somewhat pre-fab spaces clearly designed for expensive, Instagram-y weddings. That’s not to say these venues cannot be perfect for couples. We just wanted a unique space. The Varsity Theater, once we saw it was available, was the first thing we booked. It was relatively affordable, strange and beautiful, fit for a live band, apt for an open and well-stocked bar, and historically interesting. Bret is a film studies professor, so he was in love with the venue’s history as a movie theater and its amazing marquee.

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DIY Details That Fit The Unique New Year’s Eve Wedding Theme

We DIYed all the printed material and designed it in the New Year’s/art deco style. We did the save the dates (photoshopping the event details into an artistic rendition of the Varsity marquee), the invitations, posters, table cards, welcome guides (listing event details and things to do in Minneapolis), and the specialty cocktail posters (for which we added gold foil ourselves onto a black background, white text). We also added a few flowers and candelabras to the Varsity decor.

Personalizing The Reception With Interactive Games

Given our friends and we are all kind of dorky, we wrote 15 trivia questions that each table could answer together. Split into three categories, these questions told each of our stories and our story together, using those details toward more general knowledge questions. Before the first dance, we announced the answers, giving us a platform to also thank our guests.

Ringing In The New Year With A Song

By the night’s end, we embraced the New Year’s event, handing out various hats and noisemakers at 11:30 pm. And at midnight, with an artificial snowfall over the dance floor, everyone sang “Auld Lang Syne” together to ring in the new year.

The Wedding Team:

Photography – Adrian Steinbach
Event Planning – This Love Weddings
Ceremony Venue – Gray’s Dinkytown
Reception Venue – The Varsity Theater
Catering – Loring Events
Cake – Angel Food
Live Music – Bluewater Kings
Makeup Artist – Blush Beauty Room
Hair Styling – Pure Beauty
Wedding Dress – Lulus
Groom’s Apparel – Indochino
Rings – Studebaker Metals
Transportation – Eclipse Global Transportation

 

Congratulations to Amanda and Bret on their unique New Year’s Eve wedding. We’re so thankful that Junebug member Adrian Steinbach was there to capture every well-thought-out detail. To see more of Adrian’s work, check out her profile in our directory of wedding photographers from around the globe!

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Unique and Colorful Glasgow Wedding

July 20, 2022 | justine

The changing leaves, the crisp air, the cozy and romantic feeling—it’s no wonder Alex and Mark chose autumn as the time to get married. With a charming converted church venue, a moody seasonal color palette, and well-placed pumpkin decor, the pair’s colorful Glasgow wedding had all the elements to make it a unique fall celebration.

Formerly a historic church with its original stained-glass windows and ornate stonework, Cottiers Theater was the perfect magical setting for their big day. Overgrown florals and foliage in autumn colors lined the aisle and adorned the pillars creating a beautiful backdrop for the couple’s vow exchange beneath the pulpit. These arrangements were repurposed as the space was flipped into a warm and inviting reception area. The pair embraced the best of the season through a charming tablescape of greenery, flowers in warm tones, and charming mini-pumpkins. Fairy lights draped across the ceiling amped up the dreamy vibe as the couple danced the night away with their guests. 

And as if the setting wasn’t spectacular enough, the two stood out in their stylish wedding attire. The groom was fashionably on-theme in his terracotta suit, while the bride was the definition of timeless elegance in a combined bateau and V-neckline dress. Are you falling in love with fall? We can’t blame you! Because not all pumpkins are destined to become Halloween jack-o’-lanterns. Take inspiration from these gorgeous images by Junebug member Martin McLellan for unique ideas that will make your big day an autumn dream come true.

The Couple:

Alex and Mark

The Wedding:

Cottiers Theatre, Glasgow, United Kingdom

How They Selected The Perfect Venue For Their Colorful Glasgow Wedding

Cottiers suited us for several reasons. It was local and central to most of our family and friends. It really suited the aesthetic we were going for. It had a good reputation as a wedding venue and was familiar with the other services we chose, which made planning a lot easier. Catering was also included, which removed the stress of organizing external catering.

Spending Time Together Just The Two Of Them On Their Wedding Day Was The Most Memorable Moment

The most memorable part was probably being taken for our photos as we went on a short drive near our venue, had a glass of champagne, and went for a lovely autumn walk around the west end of Glasgow, chatting and casually being photographed. It was the only time throughout the day that we had a minute to breathe and be alone together.

Creating Spreadsheets To Keep Wedding Planning On Track

We would definitely recommend using spreadsheets to keep track of everything—from budget and checklists to menu options and guest information. Having the guest spreadsheet was also helpful after the wedding to keep track of any gifts received to send out thank you cards.

Personalizing Their Wedding Through DIY Touches

We DIY’d our own favors, which we really enjoyed and felt gave a personal touch and cut some costs. We bought the bags from amazon, embroidered them with our initials with a small design, and made our own tablet. We arranged for a table and decorated it with flowers, wedding pictures of our parents and grandparents, and Jenga pieces for our guests to sign as an alternative guest book. We also made a music playlist that catered to all ages at the wedding and created a great atmosphere throughout the evening.

Photographer Captured Real And Natural Moments Of Their Special Day

Working with Martin McLellan was fantastic. We loved Martin’s candid shots and actually forgot he was there at times. Our guests commented on his professionalism and attention to detail, along with the fact that he didn’t interrupt the flow of the day with lots of staged photos. We really enjoyed the walk he took us on for our photos and the different types of pictures he created. Everyone loved the final photos and commented that he really captured the day well. Martin made us feel very comfortable as we were quite nervous and awkward about getting our picture taken. He made us laugh and was lovely to chat with throughout the day. We would highly recommend Martin!

The Wedding Team:

Photography – Martin McLellan
Ceremony + Reception Venue – Cottiers
Floral Design – Floral Menagerie
Cake – Rosewood Cakes
Invitation Design – Greta Mcilraith
Makeup Artist – Ambriene Sheikh
Hair Styling – Gavin Jamieson
Wedding Dress – Joyce Young
Bridal Accessories – Wed2b
Groom’s Apparel – Edinburgh Tailoring Company
Rings – James Porter & Son
Transportation – Gareth Ware
Favors – Alex

 

Congratulations to Alex and Mark on their unique and colorful Glasgow wedding. And big thanks to Junebug member Martin McLellan for capturing and sharing the most beautiful moments of their special day. To see more of Martin’s work, be sure to check out his profile in our directory of wedding photographers from around the world!

You can tie a fall wedding theme together by drawing inspiration from the season for floral arrangements, decor, attire, or venue. With its milder temperatures and exciting design possibilities, a fall wedding like this one can be stunning, incredibly romantic, and unforgettable.

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