WEDDING BLOG

The Emotional First Look in This Intimate Sapphire Point Overlook Wedding will Bring You to Tears

August 16, 2019 | Junebug Weddings

Grab your tissues now because Hailey and Taylor’s Sapphire Point Overlook wedding is going to give you all the feels! The couple decided to tie the knot in Colorado as a symbol of all the things they love, and as a sentimental reminder of the place they first said, “I love you.” With mountains in the distance, forests all around, and an intimate group of their nearest and dearest there to witness, they said, “I do” to forever with a celebration that was equal parts earthy and funky! Their reception table was filled with air plants, trinkets, and mismatched place settings, while their ceremony was as simple as could be with only rugs to stand on. Photographer Laurken Kendall took our breath away with every image she captured, but none more than the groom’s emotional reaction during the first look! *swoon*

The Couple:

Hailey and Taylor

The Wedding:

Sapphire Point Overlook, Summit County, Colorado

Seeing Taylor break down in tears, seeing me for the first time is something I will NEVER forget. I’ve never felt more seen and beautiful and loved in my life! And being able to share that with my best friend was something I would do over and over again every day.

Forget about the little things…they don’t matter! Remember it’s about your marriage — not the wedding day — and you should just have fun with the planning! Screw traditions and screw trends. Do what YOU wanna do, and go for it!

The Wedding Team:

Photography – Laurken Kendall
Floral Design – Urban Flora
Videography – Alyssa Cameron
Stationery – A Paper Wedding
Wedding Dress – Leanne Marshall
Bridal Jacket – Bash Calligraphy
Groom’s Apparel – Twisted Tailor
Rings – Manly Bands and Emi Conner

Congratulations to Hailey and Taylor, and a special thanks to Laurken Kendall for sharing this Sapphire Point Overlook wedding with Junebug! Love mountain weddings as much as we do? You have to see this minimalist rustic North Carolina VRBO wedding at Sugar Mountain House!

Havana Ooh Na Na – You’ll Love the Cuban Influence on This Dallas Wedding Inspiration at Monroe Pearson

August 15, 2019 | Junebug Weddings

photo by Surveyor Creative

If you’ve been craving a vacay, allow the Cuban influence in this Dallas wedding inspiration from The Big Fake Wedding Dallas at Monroe Pearson take you away! From jungle plants to Spanish tile to Havana nights-inspired bride and groom style, these talented Dallas-area wedding vendors truly knocked it out of the park for the stunning (fake) affair.

Floral and event designers Iris & Iree Floral Co., Alexandra Trevino Events, Wholesome Gatherings, Saving the Date each put their own spin on the Havana flair with color play, gold and brass accents, and a touch of rattan. As if the design weren’t enough, we absolutely cannot get enough of the wooden signage by Bash + Vibe, the pop-up Nightowl Coffee Cart, and the adorable Ramble & Roam Photo Booth. The whole event (and the seriously gorgeous couple!) was captured by Surveyor Creative, Whitney Grace Photography, Kendall Nicole Photography, and Nifty Fifty Films.

Not familiar with Big Fake Wedding? This bridal show alternative brings together wedding vendors in cities across the country to throw a big, fake wedding to show off their skills – and you’re invited! Check out the schedule of upcoming events for the rest of the year and scroll on to get inspired by the Big Fake Wedding Dallas Havana nights wedding inspiration at Monroe Pearson!

photo by Surveyor Creative

photo by Kendall Nicole Photography

photo by Surveyor Creative

photo by Whitney Grace Photography

photo by Kendall Nicole Photography

photo by Surveyor Creative

photo by Whitney Grace Photography

photo by Surveyor Creative

photo by Whitney Grace Photography

photo by photo by Whitney Grace Photography

photo by Surveyor Creative

photo by Kendall Nicole Photography

photo by Surveyor Creative

photo by Whitney Grace Photography

photo by Surveyor Creative

photo by Whitney Grace Photography

photos by Surveyor Creative

photo by Whitney Grace Photography

photo by Surveyor Creative

photo by Whitney Grace Photography

photo by Surveyor Creative

photo by Whitney Grace Photography

The Talented Team:

Photography – Surveyor Creative, Whitney Grace Photography, Kendall Nicole Photography
Day-Of Coordination – Party of Two Events
Venue – Monroe Pearson: a Walters Wedding Estates Venue
Floral & Event Design – Iris & Iree Floral Co. (Bouquets + Boutonnieres), Alexandra Trevino Events (Tables 1, 2 + Registration Table), Wholesome Gatherings (Tables 5, 6 + Head Table), Saving the Date (Tables 7, 8 + Ceremony Backdrop)
Floral Preservation – Glasshouse Collection
Catering – Monroe Pearson: a Walters Wedding Estates Venue
Cake – Loft22 Cakes
Pie Bar – Uncle Willie’s Pies Bakeshop & Catering
Coffee Cart – Nightowl Coffee Cart
DJ & Emcee – Go DJ Do
Videography – Nifty Fifty Films
Photo Booth – Ramble & Roam Photo Booth
Hair & Makeup Styling – Tease to Please Hair & Makeup
Wedding Dress – Kelly Chase Couture
Groom + Groomsmen Socks – Barx Sox
Men’s Wedding Band At-Home Try-On – Hitched
Signage – Bash + Vibe
Table Accents – The Write Calligraphy
Canvas Prints – CanvasHQ
Favors – Malvi: Marshmallow Confections
Hotel Accommodations – Best Western Premiere
Paint & Sip – Pinot’s Palette Addison
Travel Agent – Live Love Travel
Real Estate Agent – HorsePower Team, affiliated with Independent Realty
Event Staffing – Golden Table Staffing

Missed the Big Fake Wedding Dallas at Monroe Pearson? Be sure to check out their full list of locations to see when their next event is coming to your town! And don’t forget to check out our recap of The Big Fake Wedding Los Angeles’s blue and pink wedding inspiration!

This post is sponsored by Big Fake Wedding!

This Couple of 10 Years Celebrated Their Marriage with a Rustic Ethereal Latvia Wedding at Mazmezotne Manor

August 15, 2019 | Junebug Weddings

gold gray light pink white

After 10 years together, Ieva and Janis knew they wanted their wedding at Mazmezotne Manor to be about more than just them — they wanted it to be about all the people who have loved them along the way, as well! So, they brought in the very best team, led by the planner from Bannté to create over-the-top romance for their special day. The floral designs created by Love Letters were beyond our wildest dreams, and the combination of rustic and ethereal vintage vibes in the rest of the decor truly took our breath away. We’re talking balloon installations, giant chandeliers, candles galore, and more blooms than a quaint country garden! Miks Sels Photography did a brilliant job capturing it all, from first look to last dance and every moment in between!

The Couple:

Ieva and Janis

The Wedding:

Mazmezotne Manor, Latvia

The first look and reading our wows to each other was the most memorable part of the day. We did it a couple of hours before the wedding ceremony because I knew I would get too emotional in front of the guests. A wise person later told us that sometimes if we say things quietly to each other we say what we truly mean rather than saying them out loud in front of everyone. It was very special to share this moment with each other and just let us be ourselves in this very intimate moment.

We really wanted to make this day special for us and for everyone else too. Everything and everyone involved had a story behind. We loved to share everything we enjoy together as a couple – our favorite drinks, food, and music. We even managed to bring out a DJ who usually doesn’t play in weddings but we just wanted him so bad because we grew up dancing to his music at this one club when we were much younger. That night ended up being the best party we had ever been to.

Our best advice is to make your wedding day as personal as you can. Make your own rules because this day literally belongs to you! If possible, make all the reservations early but don’t be sad if something doesn’t go the way you wanted — it is most likely going to end up even better than you expected. Have fun. Think love.