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Creative + Modern Chinese Wedding at Hummingbird Nest Ranch

September 26, 2020 | riley

Here at Junebug, we love good food and fashion. So, when we saw that Tawny and Julian’s wedding had a welcome dinner complete with an In N Out food truck and three–yes, you read that correctly–different bridal looks, we were head over heels in love. With the help of expert planner CCL Weddings and Events, the couple’s nuptials at Hummingbird Nest Ranch were the perfect combination of creative, modern, and fashion-forward.

The pink flower arrangements put together by Of The Flowers added the perfect pop of color against the black and white decor and the fairy lights added a romantic feeling to an otherwise modern set-up. We’re thrilled that May Iosotaluno was there to capture every well-thought-out detail. From the tender moments of the ceremony to the futuristic LED light installation, this wedding is easily one of the most unique that we have ever seen.

The Couple:

Tawny and Julian

The Wedding:

Hummingbird Nest Ranch, Simi Valley, CA

A Welcome Event Complete With Goody Bags

The day before our wedding, we hosted a welcome event for all our guests to attend at Casita Hollywood! We had Guerilla Tacos, an In-N-Out truck, and cocktails! We also passed out personalized tote welcome bags for our guests, which included: a garden in a bag, Rx bars, Compartes chocolate, Sour Patch Kids, and a polaroid camera.

The Creative & Modern Wedding Vibes at Hummingbird Nest Ranch

We didn’t want the wedding to be too serious–as we are very laidback. We wanted our guests to have fun and relax with us. The wedding was influenced heavily by our love for food, so the menu was very important to us–from the snacks served at the welcome party to the after-party food. In terms of style and design, I wanted a more rustic vibe with touches of refined elegance. With wild florals placed inside a contained plexiglass box, you will see the perfect juxtaposition of neat and messy.

Multiple Wedding Day Surprises

We had so many surprises for our guests throughout the night! Julian and I choreographed our dance for our first dance to show our guests just how thankful we were to have every one of them. Julian’s mother and father also “Love me Tender” by Elvis Presley. This was by far the sweetest gift we received as a couple. Fashion is extremely important to me, so I had a total of 3 outfit changes! We also had a fashion-forward LED light installation designed and built by CCL Weddings, where our guests could take photos. We knew this would make our wedding stand out!

The Wedding Team:

Photography – May Iosotaluno
Event Planning – CCL Weddings and Events
Venue – Hummingbird Nest Ranch
Floral Design – Of the Flowers
Catering – Hungry Bear Catering
Cake – M Cakes Sweets
DJ – Hi Def Event Group
Videography – Wild Light
Makeup Artist & Hair Styling – Chelsea Shepard
Bridesmaid Makeup & Hair Styling – Studio MM&B
Wedding Dress – Pronovias
Bridal Outfit #1 – Lanvin
Bridal Outfit #2 – Toni Maticesvki
Bridal Outfit #3 – Dion Lee
Rentals – A Rental Connection, Borrowed Blu

 

Congratulations again to Tawny and Julian on their creative and modern wedding at Hummingbird Nest Ranch! Thank you so much to May Iosotaluno for capturing every magical minute of it. If you’re interested in throwing a one-of-a-kind wedding personalized to who you are as a couple, check out our guide on how to plan a unique wedding!

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Boho Singapore Beach Wedding at Shangri-La Rasa Sentosa

September 25, 2020 | riley

A wedding day full of Chinese traditions, silly photos, a glamorous beach set up, and four wedding dresses? Sign us up! Rachel and Anders boho Singapore beach wedding at Shangri-La Rasa Sentosa was the perfect amount of elegant, colorful, and boho. With the help of neutral flower arrangements and greenery by amyt.fleur, a whimsical flower crown, a personalized neon sign, and twinkle lights galore, the evening looked like a tropical fairytale. 

Photographer Bridelope Productions captured every detail of this day and the fun personalities of the two. It’s not every day that we get to see a wedding full of special family traditions and multiple clothing changes. We loved how Wan Yong of Bridefully Yours–the designer of the bride’s wedding gown–explained the traditions that Rachel and Anders honored:

Bridefully Yours’ Wan Yong On The Day

Rachel is Singaporean Chinese, while Anders is caucasian Chinese, so they had a few Chinese traditions in the wedding ceremony. This included a gatecrash and tea ceremony with the family before proceeding with the reception at the beach. So, many of the crazy photos you see at the beginning are part of the gatecrash–a ritual to “torture” the groom and his groomsmen so that he remembers how difficult it is to win his bride over and serves as a reminder to cherish her for a lifetime. To cater to Rachel’s Singaporean Chinese family, they also wore a traditional Chinese cheongsam and ma-kua for the tea ceremony.

The Couple:

Rachel and Anders

The Wedding:

Shangri-La Rasa Sentosa, Singapore

Beach Boho Vibes at Shangri-La Rasa Sentosa

We wanted to move away from the traditional banquet styled weddings you typically see in Singapore–where guests attend the wedding, sit, are served food, eat, and leave. A beach wedding with long table seating and buffet-style food is more open and allows people to get up, mingle, and interact more!

Wedding Advice From the Bride

Delegate the work and trust the people that you delegated the work to. They will do an excellent job for you. You delegated the work to them for a reason–so you won’t be overwhelmed! So don’t handhold whoever you asked for help. And don’t worry about the unnecessary things that you have no control of.

The Wedding Team:

Photography – Bridelope Productions
Event Planning – Arches & Co.
Venue & Catering – Shangri-La Rasa Sentosa
Floral Design – amyt.fleur
Live Music – After Ambers
Videography – Ppairscollective
Invitation Design & Calligraphy – Art & Wanders
Makeup Artist & Hair Styling – Esta Hsu
Wedding Dress – Bridefully Yours
Bridal Accessories – Talia, Athmis
Bridesmaids’ Apparel – All Would Envy
Groom’s Apparel – Mr. Gentleman
Rings – Jann Paul

 

Congratulations again to Rachel and Anders on their boho Singapore beach wedding at Shangri-La Rasa Sentosa! We’re so glad Bridelope Productions was there to capture the magic of the day. To see more boho beach inspo, check out Thu and Chris’ Beachy Boho Wedding at Sanctuary Ho Tram in Vietnam!

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Cozy Boho Backyard Wedding in Georgia

September 24, 2020 | riley

With temperatures quickly dropping and fall calling our names, we love the idea of backyard weddings with bonfires, fuzzy blankets, and warm colors. Caitlin and Ryan’s cozy boho backyard wedding in Georgia was just that–and it’s giving us all the feels. With the help of expert planner Sweet Magnolia Weddings, the pair put together a laid-back day where they tied the knot in front of their closest friends and family. 

The vintage rugs, neutral floral arrangements from The Funky Shack, and small teepees for the reception perfectly match the vibes of the surrounding forest. And Caitlin’s two-piece wedding dress from BHLDN and The Sentimentalist paired with the burgundy fur is the perfect mix of simple and elegant. We’re oh-so-glad that Junebug member Emily Battles Photography was there to capture the details of this intimate day and share it with us.

The Couple:

Caitlin and Ryan

The Wedding:

Tyron, Georgia

The Boho Backyard Wedding Vibe

We knew we wanted a laid-back, cozy, and all-inclusive atmosphere. We wanted people to be comfortable and enjoy themselves–including us. So, we made the space feel warm, energetic, and romantic.

Including Friends and Family in the Ceremony

Our ceremony was very personal because we asked one of our best friends–Brandon–to marry us. His words were heartfelt and sincere, which is what we wanted–to be surrounded by love. Instead of having a bridal party, Ryan and I both had our brothers stand by our side. Again, we wanted to be surrounded by love from our closest family and friends.

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A Diverse Wedding Menu

We had a giant charcuterie table open the entire night for guests to snack on. The main course was our favorite food, which is Indian from our favorite local Indian Restaurant. We wrapped the night up with Waffle House for guests to either eat while they were there or to take home with them.

The Wedding Team:

Photography – Emily Battles Photography
Event Planning – Sweet Magnolia Weddings
Floral Design – The Funky Shack
Catering – Star of India
Cake – Sweet T’s Bakery
Invitation Design – Minted
Wedding Dress – BHLDN, The Sentimentalist
Bridal Accessories – Manolo Blahnik
Groom’s Apparel – Trio Customs
Rentals – Classic Canopies

 

Congratulations again to Caitlin and Ryan on their boho backyard wedding in Georgia! Thank you to Junebug member Emily Battles Photography for sharing their special day with us. To see more of Emily’s work, check out her profile in our directory of best wedding photographers in the world!

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