WEDDING BLOG

Vintage-Inspired Garden Wedding at Sweet Meadow Farm

August 11, 2018 | Junebug Weddings

In true Georgia fashion, Kristin and Brian’s wedding at Sweet Meadow Farm was as sweet as could be and full of vintage inspiration. Although the weather took a turn for the worse after their first look and portrait session with Yellow Bird Visuals, this couple rolled with it and had the coziest ceremony inside the farmstead and an indoor-outdoor reception covered by a clear tent. For a touch of vintage charm, they rented mismatched place settings from The Prissy Plate Company and had The Botanical Studio design understated floral arrangements that added warmth to the décor. We are wholeheartedly in love with Kristin’s beaded Jenny Packham gown, which she paired with a delicate gold hairpiece from Twigs & Honey for a vintage-inspired bridal look that matched the vibe of the entire day — and looked so chic with the fur stole she added for the reception!

The Couple:

Kristin and Brian

The Wedding:

Sweet Meadow Farm, Tallapoosa, Georgia

I have always loved vintage gowns and long sleeves (swoon!) When I tried on my Jenny Packham gown, I didn’t think I would ever want to take it off! My incredible seamstress helped me customize the back with a peep-hole, created a custom belt, and made it fit like a glove! My vintage inspired headpiece from Twigs & Honey was the icing on the cake. My husband and his groomsmen wore beautiful blue suits fromGeneration Tux. He added a vest to his attire, which made him stand out and added some vintage flair. My bridesmaids were dressed in incredible beaded gowns by Adrianna Papell.

Brian and I are generally relaxed people, and we wanted our day to reflect that. We toured our venue, Sweet Meadow Farm, on a beautiful spring day and knew immediately that there was no comparison. Their focus on a “slow” wedding day and their awesome team allowed us to find some calm in the craziness of the day!

Our ceremony was the most memorable part of the day. It was a freezing day in Georgia — so cold you could see our breath when we said our vows. I was shivering so hard that I had to sidebar with our guests to tell them that I was not incredibly nervous! Brian and I planted a fiddle leaf fig for our unity ceremony, and we had to walk around our arbor to get to the tree. Brian walked around first and I (clumsy as can be) almost knocked myself out on the arbor. I announced that I was okay and we all had a great laugh. Our ceremony was even more perfect because of its imperfections!

Our best planning advice is to always prepare for the whims of mother nature, and try not to let crazy weather cause you to stress! April in Georgia is hit or miss, and we ended up with freezing weather and rain. Thankfully we planned ahead with a backup location for the ceremony and a completely clear, magical tent for the reception. Despite the rain and cold, our day was absolutely incredible!

We wanted something simple, casual, and delicious for our menu, so we immediately called the awesome team at Fox Bros. Bar-B-Q. We have always loved our neighborhood Fox Bros (an Atlanta staple) and chose some of our favorites for the day. We selected mini pork sliders, quartered chicken, and brisket chili, along with tons of delicious sides like mac & cheese and spicy green beans. The meal paired perfectly with our mismatched china from The Prissy Plate Company.

The Wedding Team:

Photography – Yellow Bird Visuals
Venue – Sweet Meadow Farm
Floral Design – The Botanical Studio
Catering – Fox Bros. Bar-B-Q
Cake – Peaches and Crème Bakery
Officiant – Carol Lane
DJ – Complete Weddings + Events
Live Music – Atlanta Sound Quartet
Videography – AHP Photo + Video
Stationery – Paradise Invitations
Makeup Artist – Carrie Roser
Hair Styling – Taylor Niele Hair
Wedding Dress – Jenny Packham via Kelly’s Closet
Bridal Accessories – Twigs & Honey
Dress Alterations – Sew Classy Bridal Designs
Bridesmaids’ Apparel – Adrianna Papell
Groom and Groomsmen’s Apparel – Generation Tux
Rentals – The Prissy Plate Company
Tent and Dance Floor – Unlimited Party & Event Rental
Favors – Oscar’s Donut Shop and Bakery

Congratulations to Kristin and Brian, and a big thanks to Yellow Bird Visuals for sharing this beautiful Sweet Meadow Farm wedding with Junebug! Looking for more vintage wedding inspiration? You have to see Katie and Kenneth’s elegant vintage-inspired outdoor wedding at The Ridge Asheville!

Free-Spirited California Countryside Wedding at a Private Ranch in Santa Ynez

August 11, 2018 | Junebug Weddings

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Bri and Boomer treated their guests to a day on a private ranch in their California countryside wedding, and it could not have been more idyllic! With the help of Nicole Symer Events, the couple created a cozy western-meets-vintage vibe for their day, bringing in vintage chairs, antlers, antique textiles, and rustic wood accents to add dimension to the outdoor space. After exchanging vows under a huge oak tree, the couple and their guests dined under the stars in front of an old-time Western saloon, hotel, and general store. Bri looked like a true bohemian goddess in her off-the-shoulder lace Rue De Seine gown and flower-adorned hair, and Boomer channeled his country roots in denim, white button down, and cowboy hat. As if these photos captured by Cork Creative aren’t dreamy enough, they also captured a video that’s truly swoon-worthy.

The Couple:

Bri and Boomer

The Wedding:

Private Ranch, Santa Ynez, California

While planning all of your little details, don’t forget WHY you are planning your wedding in the first place. It is a celebration of the love between you and your significant other, after all. That is what it should be about. When you feel yourself going over the edge of stress from planning, take moment to breathe and remember those details are only brief. It is the overwhelming love and joy you will feel the day of that is most important.

The moment when I pulled up to the ceremony site and saw all of my friends and family gathered together and my soon to be husband standing up top waiting for me. It was when I first cried. All of my emotions overcame me and I felt the happiest I have ever been. For Boomer, his most memorable moment was sharing our personal vows at the altar. Getting caught up in day-to-day life makes moments such as those ones you’ll never forget.

We went for a vintage, western vibe and really it just came naturally. It pretty much expresses who we are as a couple and everything we love. Our house is decorated that way, mostly from Boomer‘s side of the family. He holds a strong value in the history of the countryside and family. We wanted to emulate that feeling and vibe. I am not sure if we accomplished it correctly to the rest of our guests, but we loved it and it felt perfectly at home to us.

Processional – “Universal Sound” by Tyler Childers and “Just Let Go” by Sturgill Simpson
Recessional – “Oogum Boogum Song” by Brenton Wood
First Dance – “I Aint Goin’ Nowhere Baby” by Cody Johnson

The Wedding Team:

Photography and Videography – Cork Creative
Event Planning – Nicole Symer Events
Floral Design – Terra Bella Event Florals
Cake – Birkholm’s Bakery
Stationery – Rose Gold & Copper Design Company
Wedding Dress – Rue De Seine
Bridesmaids’ Apparel – Free People and BHLDN
Rings – Solvang Antiques
Rentals – The Tent Merchant

Congratulations to Bri and Boomer, and a big thanks to Cork Creative for sharing this lovely California countryside wedding with Junebug! Want to see more dreamy country wedding inspiration? This DIY Texas Hill Country wedding at Memory Lane Event Center gave rustic charm a quirky twist!

Spice Up Your Greenhouse Wedding with Ideas from This Ripley Castle Garden Elopement Inspiration

August 10, 2018 | Junebug Weddings

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With Palm trees, a macrame archway, and bohemian bride and groom style, it’s hard to believe this elopement inspiration took place at Ripley Castle in the UK and not in California! Natalie Pluck Photography had one goal in mind: to show couples that you can recreate a cool, California vibe anywhere in the world with a natural color palette, organic textiles, boho-inspired attire, and flawless styling. This greenhouse space was transformed into a cozy elopement hideaway with florals designed by Manor Garden, a beautiful marble cake baked by Gabriella Grace Cakes, and, of course, the macrame archway of our dreams from Larks Head Design. We can’t get enough of the bride’s two boho-inspired dresses from Shikoba Bride, her eclectic jewelry and hair crowns, and the casual, folksy vibes Dandy Threads channeled into the groom’s outfits.