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This Bohemian Backyard Wedding in Dallas Has Larger Than Life Blooms and Personality

September 15, 2018 | Junebug Weddings

We like big blooms and we cannot lie, which is why we’re totally obsessed with this bohemian backyard wedding in Dallas! Hunter and Grant’s floral-forward designed created by Bella Flora was matched with boho decor and an autumnal color palette that made it equal parts stunning and stylish. This whimsical wedding took place in a non-conventional backyard space owned by their caterer, Food Glorious Food, which allowed the couple to have an entirely outdoor ceremony and a tent-covered reception that Diamond Affairs decorated with blush drapery, large floral installations, lush centerpieces, and boho-inspired gold accents. Grant Daniels Photography was on hand to capture every moment of this wedding, from the couple’s sweet first look to the epic dance party at the end of the night!

The Couple:

Hunter and Grant

The Wedding:

Private Residence, Dallas, Texas

We never wanted to lose sight of what ultimately mattered in our wedding — that we would be coming together as one in Christ. It was so special to be able to get married in front of our families and best friends, but the best part was knowing that we got to wake up the next morning and begin our journey of pursuing God together and cheering each other on in our pursuit of what we individually feel is our unique “calling.”

I went off of what makes me feel most comfortable. I really enjoy the outdoors and flowers, autumn, casual get-togethers, and making people feel at home. The entire wedding had a rustic and earthy feel, inspired by all of that.

Our photographer Grant Daniels is someone we consider a dear friend, so it was so much fun! Grant‘s wife Laine second-shoots for him, and we just love spending time with them. I felt so comfortable with them and thankful that they could document our day with such diligence and skill. They’re wonderful, and we would recommend them 100 times over!

The closer you get to the wedding day, the more precise the decisions become. I was tempted to get irritated or be flippant about certain things, declaring them “unnecessary” or “annoying,” but ultimately, all we needed to do was make the decision and it’d be over and done with. I think we had just gotten to the point of planning for so long that the fact that we were still planning was just driving us a little crazy. If I could go back, I would’ve tried harder to just enjoy it and relax.

Each of the guests received a small lantern (that held their table number) that they were able to take home with them. Out-of-town guests also received a welcome box with our favorite roasted-in-Dallas coffee beans, some popcorn, caramels, chips, and Topo Chico.

We wanted to be outside, and we wanted to have lots of room to dance and eat for our reception. Luckily, the man who owns the catering company we were using was kind enough to offer a plot of land he owns in Dallas behind his home. It’s a meadow surrounded by hedges and trees, enclosed in a residential area. The ceremony was entirely outdoors while we set up a tent for the reception.

Processional – Heaven’s Knife by Josh Garrels
Recessional – Uptown Funk by Mark Ronson ft. Bruno Mars
First Dance – She’s Like Texas by Josh Abbott Band

The Wedding Team:

Photography – Grant Daniels Photography
Event Planning – Diamond Affairs
Floral Design – Bella Flora
Catering – Food Glorious Food
Cake – Fancy Cakes by Lauren
DJ – Andy Austin
Live Music – Emerald City Band
Videography – Hunter Brothers
Stationery – A Fabulous Fete
Hair and Makeup Artist – Maitee Miles
Wedding Dress – a&bé
Bridal Accessories – Bario Neal and Bella Flora
Bridesmaids’ Apparel – BHLDN
Groom’s Apparel – J. Hilburn
Favors – Diamond Affairs

 

Congratulations to Hunter and Grant, and a big thanks to Grant Daniels Photography for sharing this incredible bohemian backyard wedding with Junebug! Looking for more backyard wedding inspiration? See how this backyard transformed into a colorful fairy garden wedding!

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This Relaxed Laurelville Manor Wedding Nails a Sense of Natural Sophistication

September 14, 2018 | Junebug Weddings

Black tie sophistication met laid-back bohemian vibes in Iva and Giulian’s Australian wedding at Laurelville Manor. Because the couple originally wanted to elope — but decided not to so all of their closest family could be involved — they found a private manor in the countryside that was large enough for everyone to spend the entire weekend celebrating. Their actual wedding day was filled with elegance and grace, from the cascading orchid bridal bouquet created by Travelling Jaspers to the bridesmaids’ chic red dresses to the soft color palette used for all the decor. But the addition of boho details, such as pampas grass in both the ceremony arch and the centerpieces and the lush greenery installations, gave the overall vibe a unique, relaxed feeling. iZO Photography went above and beyond to capture all the romantic moments of this unforgettable wedding!

The Couple:

Iva and Giulian

The Wedding:

Laurelville Manor, York, Australia

We chose our venue based on the vibe we were going for. We originally wanted to elope but with European parents- that was out of the questions. We wanted to elope because we were never really into the formality which comes with weddings. This venue fit our idea of a wedding perfectly. Outdoors in the beautiful town of York, no city lights, private manor, and enough room for all our closest family. The selling point was just that- our wedding turned into a weekend event at the manor.

We arrived on Friday night with our parents and bridal party and we all had dinner together at Laurelville where we were staying. We all woke up and had brekky together before the big day started. The best part was getting to wake up together on Sunday, not just as husband and wife but with everyone closest to us. We got to talk about the night before and hear about some of the action and choas we missed out on.

At some point during the reception, find a quiet place with your partner with an overview of the whole place. Sit, chat, people watch and take it all in. It will slow down the time and you’ll get a chance to catch up on your favourite bits so far.

The Wedding Team:

Photography – iZO Photography
Venue – Laurelville Manor
Floral Design – Travelling Jaspers
Catering – All Seasons Catering
Stationery – Fenton Ink
Wedding Dress – Zanzis Couture
Rings – Ross Ezekiel

 

Congratulations to Iva and Giulian, and a big thanks to Junebug member iZO Photography for sharing this Laurelville Manor wedding with Junebug! Want to see more black-tie wedding inspiration? Black tie elegance marries rustic industrial style in this Lace on Timber wedding!

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This Western Cape Desert Elopement is Stylish, Rugged, and Stunning

September 13, 2018 | Junebug Weddings

The rugged landscape of Cedeberg, South Africa was the perfect backdrop for the high-fashion bridal style featured in this desert elopement inspiration shoot. There were not one or two but five couture wedding gowns designed by Janita Toerien, ranging from sexy sheath dresses to romantic ballgowns to edgy sequined stunners! The planners at Nu Experiences and florists at Wildeflower rounded out this elopement inspiration by creating the coziest picnic-inspired sweetheart area, complete with antique rugs, throw pillows, and succulents, and an intimate ceremony location set up with pampas grass, dried palm fronds, and a geometric wood backdrop from Happinest Décor rentals. Claire Thomson Photography could not have captured the juxtaposition between the rugged landscape and stylish fashion of this desert elopement more perfectly!

The Talented Team:

Photography – Claire Thomson Photography
Event Planning – Nu Experiences
Floral Design – Wildeflower
Hair and Makeup Artist – Marnel Toerien
Wedding Dress – Janita Toerien
Bridesmaids’ Apparel – Janita Toerien and Wildeflower
Rentals – Happinest Décor
Models – Shane Burnell and Sinead Christy Malan

 

A big thanks to Claire Thomson Photography for sharing this stylish desert elopement with Junebug! Love the unique fashion featured in this elopement shoot? You’ll love the fashion choices in this classy cool Moss Denver wedding!

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