WEDDING BLOG

This 5 Eleven Palafox Wedding Inspo Takes Modern Romance into 2019 with Woven Details and Unbelievable Floral Design

August 3, 2019 | Junebug Weddings

This 5 Eleven Palafox wedding inspiration shoot, designed by the brilliant mind of Kayla Nicole Photography, is perfect for couples who want to think outside the box for their wedding day! The ceremony setup, which was effortlessly converted into a photo booth, featured a gorgeous wooden arbor adorned with pretty blooms and a woven wall hanging made by MossHound Designs. The reception table combined asymmetry and boho flair in the most beautiful ways with off-center centerpieces, mismatched dinnerware, and layered linens. Even the bride’s look flirted the line between classic and non-traditional with an Essense of Australia ballgown and floral armpiece created by Vine + Petals in place of a bouquet. We’re head-over-heels for all the modern twists in this inspiration shoot — and officially need all the chocolate after seeing the dessert table!

The Talented Team:

Photography – Kayla Nicole Photography
Venue – 5 Eleven Palafox
Floral Design – Vine + Petals
Cake – Bonne Vie Specialty
Stationery – Half Moon Lettering
Hair and Makeup Artist – Morgan King Makeup
Nails – DESHI
Wedding Dress – Essense of Australia via Margaret Ellen Bridal
Groom’s Apparel – Gent’s Formal Wear
Rentals – Hemstitch Vintage
Linens and Woven Backdrop – MossHound Designs
Rug – TJMaxx

Our biggest thanks to Kayla Nicole Photography for sharing this 5 Eleven Palafox wedding inspiration with Junebug! Want to see even more non-traditional wedding inspiration? This Hangar 21 wedding inspiration shoot shows off industrial romantic vibes in a non-traditional setting!

This DIY Joshua Tree National Park Wedding Showed Off the Natural Beauty of Both the Desert and the Couple

August 3, 2019 | Junebug Weddings

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The desert was calling Gabby and Harry, and so they had the most perfect Joshua Tree National Park wedding! The intimate celebration, which began with a ceremony at Indian Cove Amphitheater and ended with a chic dinner party style reception at Colony Palms Hotel, was filled with DIY goodness from top to bottom. The couple didn’t add too much to either space, allowing the natural beauty of the desert to be a star of the day, second only to the bride’s incredible Grace Loves Lace gown, crystal headpiece, and white tassel earrings. Alyssa Marie Evans Photography and second shooter Cori Taylor Photography did a phenomenal job capturing every angle of this one-of-a-kind desert celebration!

The Couple:

Gabby and Harry

The Wedding:

Indian Cove Amphitheater and Colony Palms Hotel, Joshua Tree, California

The Wedding Team:

Photography – Alyssa Marie Evans Photography
Second Shooter – Cori Taylor Photography
Ceremony Venue – Indian Cove Amphitheater
Reception Venue – Colony Palms Hotel
Floral Design – Little Palm Springs
Cake – Swiss Donut
DJ – DJ Charlie
Live Music – Aaron Copenhaguen
Videography – Big Day Productions
Stationery – Honeyhue Paper Co.
Makeup Artist – Glammy Face by Sara
Hair Styling – Elle’s House of Glam
Wedding Dress – Grace Loves Lace
Bridal Accessories – Stella and Dot
Bridesmaids’ Apparel – Vera Wang

Congratulations to Gabby and Harry, and a special thanks to Alyssa Marie Evans Photography for sharing this Joshua Tree National Park wedding! Want even more desert wedding magic? You have to see this intimate southwestern desert wedding at Moab Under Canvas!

Sophisticated Americana Wedding at Buttermilk Falls Inn & Spa in Upstate New York

August 2, 2019 | Junebug Weddings

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Phillip and Patrick’s autumn wedding at Buttermilk Falls Inn & Spa was as sophisticated as could be! The couple tied the knot with their nearest and dearest in an outdoor ceremony that overlooked the Hudson River and then danced the night away in an Americana-inspired reception inside the venue’s cozy barn. The grooms’ sophisticated style, along with their wedding party’s chic looks, elevated the feel of the entire day and took rustic elegance to a whole new level. From their sweet first look to all the romantic moments between the ceremony and reception, Eliza Jane Photography did a phenomenal job capturing the love and pure joy this couple felt on their special day!

The Couple:

Phillip and Patrick

The Wedding:

Buttermilk Falls Inn & Spa, Milton, New York

A torrential downpour followed by the heavens opening up and blessing us with the crispest and most brisk, seasonal, sunny, and naturally beautiful day of fall! We felt like everyone was with us that day, near and far. The ceremony was the most memorable: the grace, humor, eloquence, articulation of our officiant, the sincerity of our vows, the beauty of the grooms’ parties and guests against the natural backdrop. The most impactful was the love and support of such a diverse group of family and friends.

Give yourself time to enjoy your engagement and provide an ample planning lead time! Make sure you are thorough with your vendors (especially your DJ/band). Manage realistic expectations; don’t overdo it. Leave the decisions to the couple and minimize any third (fourth, fifth…) party noise. Be courteous and gracious with your vendors — trust them to do their jobs but remain diligent with follow-up and direction. Hire a day-of coordinator. If you don’t have a fiancé who can plan between your busy schedules, get a planner! Be strategic with your budget and consistent in your savings; set a clear financial plan.