WEDDING BLOG

Colorfully Retro Vegas Desert Elopement Inspiration

October 31, 2020 | riley

We love when talented pros come together to create magical wedding inspiration! This colorfully retro Vegas desert elopement shoot inspires groovy feelings in the best ways possible. Beautifully planned by The Counterfeit Wedding, jaws will drop over the brilliantly bold florals from Averi K Designs, the funky invite suite from Beauty Bright Design, and the intricate macrame by Ox & Nag.

Boho bridal fashion has never looked this effortless. The bride’s lace Chic Boho Dress gown—complete with over-the-top bell sleeves—serves as a reminder that boho looks chic in the heat. And although it’s an unconventional color, the groom paired perfectly with the desert landscape thanks to his coffee-colored suit from Friar Tux.

If you’ve been searching for some retro inspo, look no further. These photos captured by Jekalo Photography will surely have you feeling totally righteous!

Recommended reading: 16 Elopement Ideas to Make Your Small Wedding Special

The Talented Team:

Photography – Jekalo Photography
Event Planning – The Counterfeit Wedding
Floral Design – Averi K Designs
Videography – Alan Marshall Videography
Invite Suite – Beauty Bright Design
Makeup Artist – Alexis Navarrete
Hair Styling – Meg Dela Cruz
Wedding Dress – Chic Boho Dress
Groom’s Apparel – Friar Tux
Macrame – Ox & Nag
Embroidery – Sarah Evello
Tambourine – Coffee & Calligraphy
Rentals – BloomingBelles Rentals
Signage – Lettered By Luth
Sparklers & Smoke Bombs – Broadway Bridal

Many thanks to Jekalo Photography for sharing their colorfully retro Vegas desert elopement inspiration with us! If you’re planning your own elopement, then check out our ultimate elopement checklist!

Old Hollywood Glam Inspired Portland Backyard Wedding

October 30, 2020 | Junebug Weddings

When it comes to Old Hollywood, who wouldn’t want to travel back to that era? Sanda and Cooper’s wedding did just that—in their very own backyard! They included many vintage details while adding touches of modern flair. With the help of their wedding planner Bridal Bliss, they took their black and white on-screen vision and made it yellow, orange, red, and blue.

We can’t get over the giant crescent moon peeking through their photos while the bride stole the show in her flapper-style dress. Cooper also surprised Sanda by singing at their reception—we didn’t see it in person but the glamour of this surprise serenade gives chills in the best way. While we could go on about this glam wedding, we’ll let Junebug Member Dylan Howell’s photos do the talking.

The Couple:

Sanda and Cooper

The Wedding:

Portland, Oregon

An Old Hollywood Glam Portland Backyard Wedding

We were married where we live. It felt special to share it with our closest friends and family.

Two Unforgettable Moments

My most memorable part was getting ready with my ladies and walking down the aisle. Cooper’s was when I surprised him with a song.

Wedding Advice From the Bride

Trust your planner, hire good vendors, and try to enjoy every moment!

The Wedding Team:

Photography – Dylan Howell
Event Planning – Bridal Bliss
Floral Design – Blum Floral Design
Catering – Art of Catering
Cake – Dream Cakes
Officiant – Melissa Coe
Live Music – The Essentials
Lighting – Greenlight Creative
Videography – Focal Point
Rentals – Bridgewood Event Rentals and Classic Vintage Rentals

Congratulations again to Sanda and Cooper for tying the knot and for sharing this wonderful moment with us. Special thanks to Bridal Bliss for sharing this Portland backyard wedding with us. If you loved this couple’s venue choices, check out this post on how to plan a backyard wedding!

Swiss Alps Wedding Inspiration from The Big Fake Wedding

October 29, 2020 | riley

The Big Fake Wedding has delivered again. It seems only fitting when hosting in Denver—an area of the United States known for its mountain ranges—the event would be Swiss Alps wedding inspiration.

Creating a look referred to as “only accessible by ski lift,” this big fake couple brought together loved ones for a destination elopement. While the event took place in mountains covered with snow, their wedding had warm and cozy written all over it. We love the use of natural surroundings as decor and enhancing the beauty using strictly natural tones and textures.

The photos, expertly captured by Haley Hawn Photography, Heather Jackson Photography, and Jacie Marguerite Photography, gave us the impression we were attending the romantic mountain resort wedding of our dreams.

Want to get in touch with the incredible vendor team that made this all happen? Check them out at the bottom of the post to learn more.

Congratulations to Big Fake Wedding on this Swiss Alps wedding inspiration! Looking for more wedding inspiration? Find all of their upcoming events on their website. Even better—thanks to COVID—you can also attend their events virtually with digital passes. We’ll see you there!

In the meantime, check out the vendors who collaborated to create this beautiful wedding below.

The Wedding Team:

Photography – Haley Hawn Photography
Photography – Jacie Marguerite Fine Art Photographer
Photography – Heather Jackson Photography
Bar Service – Peak Beverage
Bridesmaids & Wedding Dresses – BHLDN
Catering – Rocky Mountain Catering + Events
Cookie Dough Bar – Dough Dreamery
Band & Emcee Ceremony Musician – Great Family Reunion
Event Rentals – Event Rents
Floral & Event Design: Table 1, Table 2, Personal Flowers – Petal and Bean
Event Design: Table 3, Table 4, Head Table – Premier Events
Event Design: Table 5, Table 6, Ceremony Backdrop – Vining Events
Hair and Makeup – CRŪ Studio
Hotel – JW Marriott Denver Cherry Creek
Invitations – Paper Girl Creative
Jewelry – Daniel Diamonds
Menswear – The Sharpsuiter
Planning & Coordination – Ivory Events
Photobooth – The ShutterBus Vintage VW Bus Photo Booth
Realtor – Keller Williams Partners
Registry – Macy’s
Signage – Oh My Custom Designs
Travel – Are You Still Here? Travel
Venue – The Woodlands
Videography – Andrew Minner Photography & Video
Wedding Day Map – Palindrome Studio
Wedding Cake – Snarky Sweet Cake Chick

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