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Intimate Las Vegas Desert Wedding in the Jean-Roach Dry Lake Bed

April 26, 2020 | Junebug Weddings

Golden light, boho vibes, the cutest pup, and pampas grass! Veronica and David’s intimate Las Vegas desert wedding is everything that free-spirited dreams are made of. We simply can’t get enough of the breathtaking landscape the Jean-Roach Dry Lake Bed provided for this couple’s magical day. Veronica’s Reclamation Design Company dress was the perfect choice for “I do’s” under the Nevada sun and we are swooning over the botanical-infused hairstyle that’s sure to be pinned to many bridal hairstyle inspiration boards. The Light & the Love Photography absolutely slayed capturing this day to all of its glory and even more. We can’t wait for you to obsess over every photo!

The Couple:

Veronica & David

The Wedding:

Jean-Roach Dry Lake Bed, Las Vegas, Nevada

iii Fold Events is an event planning company owned and run by three sisters. They went above and beyond to make everything so perfect and magical. They were so connected with the wedding, they understood perfectly what I wanted and brought to life every single one of my ideas and enhanced them with their own. To top it off they were able to get my dream photographer, Britany Maxwell of the light & the love photography to take the pictures.

We tried to go with the flow as much as we could to the point where neither of us wrote or prepared anything. We just got up there and spoke from our hearts.

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We got married in a micro wedding in the middle of the desert in Las Vegas, not the typical wedding reception and I wanted the vibe to go with the location. We definitely went with a bohemian style, but I added a little glam to it because I wanted to be able to identify myself with everything I picked.

The Wedding Team:

Photography – the light & the love photography
Event Planning – iii Fold Events
Floral Design – Flora Couture
Cake – The Chef and You
Hair Styling – Ashley Layton
Wedding Dress – Reclamation Design Company

 

Congratulations, Veronica and David, and many thanks to Junebug member the light & the love photography for sharing their day with us! For more of the light & the love photography‘s work, be sure to check out her page in our directory of the world’s best wedding photographers.

 

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Botanical Wedding Inspiration at Prospect House

April 25, 2020 | Junebug Weddings

If there’s one thing every Spring wedding needs: It’s blooms. We’re obsessed with this botanical wedding inspiration shoot at Prospect House brought to you by Nikk Nguyen and Big Time Creatives for the Southern Love Workshop. This set up was made even more incredible by the minimalist canvas the venue has — allowing for the dainty details to do all the talking! We also cannot get over this bride’s Marchesa Bridal dress that’s oh-so modern, fun and handpicked from Unbridaled in Austin, Texas. Lovers of organic details, simple color palettes, and spunky details, this one is for you!

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The Talented Team:

Photography – Nikk Nguyen Photo
Event Planning – Big Time Creatives
Workshop – Southern Love Workshop
Venue – Prospect House
Floral Design – Gypsy Floral
Catering – The Cake Plate
Stationery – The Creative Standard
Makeup Artist – LUSTREbella
Wedding Dress – Marchesa Bridal via Unbridaled
Groom’s Apparel – Bonobos
Plateware, Napkins + Napkin Ring – Table Manners
Furniture, Flatware, Pink Glasses – Bee Lavish Vintage Rentals
Models – Ana Peavy, Coleman Peavy

 

Many thanks to Nikk Nguyen for sharing this botanical wedding inspiration with us! If you love Nikk’s work, be sure to check out his page in our directory of the world’s best wedding photographers.

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The Ultimate Guide to Planning Your Rehearsal Dinner

April 24, 2020 | riley

Image by Blancorazon Wedding. Keep reading for our rehearsal dinner planning guide

As the final event before the big day, the rehearsal dinner acts as the bridge that takes the couple, the family, and the wedding party from planning mode to wedding weekend mode. While the general idea of the rehearsal dinner has remained the same, the execution and expectations have evolved through the years. In order to help you plan the perfect rehearsal dinner to kick off your wedding weekend, we’ve put together a guide with answers to the most common questions, theme ideas, and outfit suggestions.

Image by Lara Onac

Common Questions

Who pays for the rehearsal dinner?

Traditionally, one side of the family–typically the side that’s not helping pay for the wedding–pays for the rehearsal dinner. However, more and more couples today are either paying for the rehearsal dinner themselves or splitting with both sides of the family. If one partner’s parents are more traditional or you’re looking for ways to get the in-laws involved, this is a great opportunity to do that. It will give them a substantial role in the wedding weekend and will take one thing off your to-do list, which is a serious win-win.

Who is invited?

The guest list for your rehearsal dinner is entirely up to you. You can keep it small and traditional with just family, the wedding party and their plus-ones. You can also open it up to all out-of-town guests–especially if you’re having a destination wedding. Opening up the list to your rehearsal dinner can give you more quality time with your guests than you’ll be able to get on the wedding day, and in a much more casual setting.

If you want to meet somewhere in the middle between a traditional rehearsal dinner and a more modern pre-wedding event, you could also keep the dinner small and invite other guests to an after-party at a nearby bar or a relative’s home. That way you get an intimate dinner with your family and wedding party and also get to spend more time with guests before the big day.

Are invitations required?

If you’re keeping the rehearsal dinner small–with just immediate family and the wedding party–invitations aren’t required. Just be sure to let everyone know where they need to be and what time. If you’re opening the event to more guests, an invitation might be the best and easiest way to let everyone know the details and request an RSVP.

If you’re having a more formal wedding and want to carry that through all pre-wedding events, send paper invitations. If you want to keep things more casual, send an e-vite or put the rehearsal dinner information on your wedding website. All that matters is that everyone has the information they need. Don’t stress too much about how it’s delivered.

When should invitations be sent?

If you are sending invitations, you should send them at least four weeks before the dinner. You want them to arrive after the wedding invitation but with plenty of time for guests to RSVP.

When does the rehearsal dinner take place?

Traditionally, the rehearsal dinner takes place right after the ceremony rehearsal. Everyone who is involved in the ceremony will meet with the wedding planner and officiant to walk through the ceremony and iron out any last-minute details. Then, after the rehearsal, everyone celebrates with a meal or an activity.

What events typically happen at the rehearsal dinner?

Regardless of the format of your rehearsal dinner, there are some elements you should consider including. After the meal or during dessert, the hosts should make a toast to the couple, welcoming them into the family. Then, as a couple, you should make a toast to your wedding party and family, thanking them for all they’ve done to help the wedding come together.

Following those toasts, you could then open the floor for anyone to give a toast, so those who aren’t speaking at the wedding reception have a chance to tell you how much they love you both. It’s also a wonderful time to hand out wedding party and parent gifts.

Lastly, before the event wraps up, you should make any last-minute announcements or reminders for the wedding day, such as start times and locations or transportation details.

Theme And Activity Ideas

Even though the name hasn’t changed, the ideas and expectations certainly have. Gone are the days when the family needs to host a formal, sit-down dinner right after the ceremony rehearsal. Nowadays, couples are opting for unconventional meals or activities to kick off their wedding weekend celebrations and we are so here for it.

Brunch, a game night at home, or even a winery or brewery tour are all fantastic options for a rehearsal dinner get-together if a formal sit-down meal just doesn’t fit your vibe. We’ve got even more fun, unconventional ideas right here. And, if you’re having a summer wedding, we’ve got a list of fun summer rehearsal dinner ideas specifically curated for those warm summer days.

What to Wear

No matter what you decide to do, we know you’ll want to look your best. Your outfit should match the formality of your rehearsal dinner, but don’t be afraid to choose something a little dressier, even for a casual event. This is your wedding weekend, after all, so wear what makes you feel the best. Think dresses, jumpsuits, rompers, and suits.

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