WEDDING BLOG

The Mediterranean Vibes in this Valencia Wedding at La Mozaira are What Dreams are Made Of

October 8, 2018 | Junebug Weddings

Get ready to fall head-over-heels with the Mediterranean vibes and old-world architecture in this destination wedding at La Mozaira! Using a clean and crisp black and white color palette, Nathalie and Tim added a classic and timeless look that allowed the natural beauty and gorgeous landscaping of the venue to take center stage. In addition to the beautiful design, this wedding was full of emotional and tender moments. As an alternative to a first look, the couple exchanged letters and prayed together before their garden ceremony. Afterward, they and Sophie Brendle Photography took full advantage of every romantic nook and cranny of the beautiful venue for their newlywed photo session. Nathalie and Tim were able to create a sophisticated yet approachable wedding that was one-of-a-kind and unforgettable.

The Couple:

Nathalie and Tim

The Wedding:

La Mozaira, Valencia, Spain

Tim and I really wanted to make decisions together. Whether that was what city in Spain to look for a venue in or what color tie the groomsmen were wearing, we wanted everything to be together.

During the ceremony, our pastor read the passage from the bible where the husband goes to his brides home to get her to start their life together. As I stood with my mom and dad, he said, “Tim go get your bride.” Being so close with my parents, it was a meaningful and tearful moment where I realized that Tim and I were becoming one.

Planning a wedding from a different country was an adventure! When we were looking for venues, we basically used google maps. When we found La Mozaira, I walked around in google maps getting so excited and praying that this would be the one. Since I am an architect, I was immediately drawn to the house, the gardens, and the veranda that was covered in greenery. It was the perfect Spanish/Mediterranean villa. I had a vision for the photography and just knew that this venue was the one. We knew that every detail would make it a special getaway for us and our family and friends.

I wanted my wedding day fashion to celebrate the different cultures that make me who I am. Since I was born in Colombia, one of my cousins gifted me a beautiful pair of gold earrings from Galeria Cano in Bogota. I also got to wear my grandmother’s emerald ring. The emerald was a gift to my grandmother from my dad and uncle from the first time they visited Colombia from France. My sweet grandmother passed away 2 months before our wedding and my grandfather gifted me the ring a week before the wedding. It was so special for me to wear it and remember how much she wanted to be there on that day! It was my favorite piece of jewelry aside from my engagement ring.

The Wedding Team:

Photography – Sophie Brendle Photography
Venue – La Mozaira
Live Music – Tuna Valenciana
Makeup Artist – Cristina Crespo
Wedding Dress – Tadashi Shoji for BHLDN
Bridal Accessories – CANO
Bridesmaids’ Apparel – Nordstrom, BHLDN, Lulus, and ASOS
Groom’s Apparel – Bar III (suit) and BHLDN (tie)

Congratulations to Nathalie and Tim, and a special thanks to Sophie Brendle Photography for sharing this beautiful La Mozaira wedding with Junebug! Looking for more wedding inspiration in Spain? You have to see this ethereal barefoot wedding in Formentera, Spain!

Romantic Rustic San Diego Wedding at BRICK Liberty Station

October 7, 2018 | Junebug Weddings

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Industrial elegance met rustic chic design in Brianna and Daniel’s San Diego wedding at BRICK Liberty Station! The planners at Bliss Events helped the couple bring their dream wedding to life with lush florals from Organic Elements and rustic farmhouse tables that added a charming yet casual feel to the all-brick venue. The creative couple and their family put their DIY skills to great use creating special details, from the hand-painted tile place cards to the wood and neon ceremony and sweetheart table backdrops. Even amid the chaos of the day, Brianna and Daniel had the chance to sneak away with Dani Purington Photography to enjoy a beer and to take the sweetest newlywed photos. From beginning to end, this San Diego wedding was a total love fest that completely stole our hearts!

The Couple:

Brianna and Daniel

The Wedding:

BRICK Liberty Station, San Diego, California

We wanted our day to reflect us entirely. Rather than a common arch as a focal point of the ceremony, I(bride) asked my dad to make a wooden backdrop, which we decorated with flowers and a neon “Davis” sign to display our last name. Each of the songs throughout our day held so much meaning. Our table numbers were beer growlers, naturally. Instead of a formal cake for everyone, we opted for customizable cookie ice cream sandwiches from a local business. Even the signature drinks — his, jack and coke, hers, spicy margarita — give insight into who we are as a couple.

The most memorable part of the day for us was when we snuck away from all that was going on to have a beer at the Bottlecraft, the beer shop across the street during cocktail hour. We made this time a priority as we knew we’d need a little getaway after the ceremony. The fact that our photographer and videographer were with us was perfect because they captured us in our element. It felt like we could experience our normal in such an abnormal day. We got back to us. We kissed, looked each other in the eye, and said, “Damn, life is good.”

The wedding planning advice that we’d give is to pick your top three priorities and plan those things out perfectly. Everything else will fall into place. The little details truly don’t matter. Things like the stitch on the napkin are things that you won’t remember or fret over a year down the road (or even a week down the road). It’s SO easy to get caught up in the details and pleasing every person on your guest list but the truth is that your guests will think it’s beautiful and you and your spouse will be over the moon. You’ll be officially married. That’s the only thing that matters.

The Wedding Team:

Photography – Dani Purington Photography
Event Planning – Bliss Events
Venue – BRICK Liberty Station
Floral Design – Organic Elements
Catering – Coast Catering
DJ – Movin-Tunes Entertainment
Videography – Wander On Studios
Hair and Makeup Artist – Elwynn & Cass
Wedding Dress – The Bustle
Bridesmaids’ Apparel – Lulus
Groom and Groomsmen’s Apparel – Men’s Wearhouse
Rings – Gems of La Costa
Rentals – Farm Tables and More

Congratulations to Brianna and Daniel, and a big thanks to Junebug member Dani Purington Photography for sharing this wedding at BRICK Liberty Station! Love the rustic vibes they created? This Race & Religious wedding was styled to the nines with upscale rustic flair!

This North Cascades National Park Elopement Inspiration Will Make You Want to Say “I Do” on a Mountaintop

October 6, 2018 | Junebug Weddings

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Morning coffee in a cozy cabin, s’mores made in an indoor fireplace, and mountaintop “I dos.” Could anything be dreamier than this North Cascades National Park elopement inspiration? After seeing these photos captured by Maggie Grace Photography and video by Becca Neblock, we don’t think so! The couple spent the morning getting ready together and then headed out to the summer location for an unforgettable elopement. Emily Aitken Events added an edgy vibe that popped against the natural landscape with a black ceremony backdrop screen adorned with moody florals from Bloomed Out and a rustic sweetheart table set with a handwritten table runner, black candlesticks, and a cake wrapped with fringe. If you’re looking for wedding inspiration that focuses on epic views, intimate moments, and stunning style, this North Cascades National Park elopement is for you!