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This Boschendal Estate Wedding in South Africa is a Floral Wonderland

June 1, 2018 | Junebug Weddings

We’ve seen some floral masterpieces in our time, and the array of centerpieces and installations Okasie created for Lisa and Jozef’s South African wedding at Boschendal Estate ranks very high on our list of favorites! Because the venue is set in one of the most biodiverse plant kingdoms on Earth, the couple wanted flowers to be the focus of the decor — and everything else fell into place around them. They had vibrant hi-low table arrangments, a wide assortment of greenery, a stunning floral chandelier, and even a green and white floral hoop as a backdrop for their ceremony inside the Moederkerk church. Their inspiration was timeless yet unforgettable, which they pulled off with elegant styling by Bride Sidekick and sophisticated attire from Demetrios and Eurosuit. We’re totally in love with the black tie look and secret garden feel of this South African wedding, and we can’t get over all the incredible images photographer Jenni Elizabeth from this special day!

The Couple:

Lisa and Jozef

The Wedding:

Moederkerk and Boschendal Estate, Franschhoek, South Africa

Boschendal Estate is located in the smallest but most biodiverse plant kingdom on the planet, which makes it a World Heritage site. In 1715, the first governor of the Cape Colony sold Boschendal to my great, great, great, great grandfather and it remained in the family for 164 years. The sentimental value is beyond measure, and there would not have been a more suited venue for our wedding anywhere else in the world.

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Everything was planned around the flowers! We tied the knot early in spring, showcasing beautiful blossom-clad branches in the arrangements. We also installed a massive floral ring umbrella under which the guests danced the night away.

The Wedding Team:

Photography – Jenni Elizabeth
Event Planning – Bride Sidekick
Ceremony Venue – Moederkerk
Reception Venue – Boschendal Estate
Floral Design – Okasie
Cake – The Birdcage
DJ – DJ Chopper
Live Music – The Rivertones
Makeup Artist – Algria Ferreira
Hair Styling – The Bang Bang Collective
Wedding Dress – Demetrios via ZORO
Bridal Accessories and Rings – Daneel Diamonds
Bridesmaids’ Apparel – Ayala Bar
Groom’s Apparel – Eurosuit
Groomsmen’s Apparel –  Isola

 

Our warmest congratulations to Lisa and Jozef, and a special thanks to Jenni Elizabeth for sharing this spectacular Boschendal Estate wedding with Junebug! Is floral design at the top of your priority list? The floral design will blow your mind in this wedding inspiration at The Modern!

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Affordable Bridesmaids Dresses and Separates So Cute Your Girls Will Actually Wear Them Again

May 31, 2018 | Junebug Weddings

We hear it all the time: brides looking for affordable bridesmaids dresses their girls can actually wear again. Singapore-based brand Love, Bonito is stepping up to solve the age-old search! LYLAS, the smart, stylish, and budget-friendly bridesmaids collection by Love, Bonito, is full of legitimately versatile and affordable bridesmaids dresses and separates that your best girls will be just as excited to wear to see you say “I do” as they are to brunch, date night, and parties for years to come.

LYLAS Leaves No Bridesmaid Behind

LYLAS, which stands for “love you like a sister,” celebrates the individuality of sisterhood, which is such a special part of being a bridesmaid! The collection was designed to fit the unique beauty of every woman. Imagine walking into a shop and being told you have to buy the exact same dress as the woman ahead of you in line, regardless of what looks best on your body and of what you feel best in. Love, Bonito is breaking the one-dress-for-all mold by making sure every bridesmaid looks and feels her best. The LYLAS collection features an extended size range of XXS to XXL, a variety of styles from dresses to pantsuits that fit and flatter each bridesmaid’s body type, and even specially selected colors to complement any skin tone. Mixing and matching to each bridesmaid’s preference while aligning with the overall wedding vibe has never been easier!

Romantic Bridesmaids Color Palettes

Speaking of color, the new LYLAS collection introduces three new gorgeous shades for bridesmaids to choose from:

  • Dusty Blue, which signifies feminity reworked, where the hint of grey elevates the blue with modern sensibility
  • Mauve, an understated yet sensual color which ignites a sense of light-heartedness and romance with an elegant touch
  • Maroon, a sophisticated and rich hue of red signifying passion and power

Affordable Bridesmaids Dresses and Separates

While many formal and semi-formal items are known to be pricey, the LYLAS collection is wallet-friendly without skimping on quality! Prices start from as low as SGD$36.90 ($27.56 USD) for separates and SGD$63.90 ($47.72 USD) for dresses.

The Latest LYLAS Collection from Love, Bonito

Bavryn Bustier Maxi Dress | Feldrine V-back Flutter Sleeve Maxi Dress

Laurae Lace Bustier Midi DressTiava Tie Back Camisole & Pautryne Pleated Midi Skirt

Trixya Asymmetrical Hem Top & Thysha Trumpet Pencil Skirt | Kresha Keyhole Top & Laran Asymmetrical Lace Pencil Skirt

Fiodrea Flutter Sleeve V Neck Jumpsuit  | Keia Knotted Flutter Sleeve Crop Top & Herayn High Waist Flare Pants

Maudine Lace Overlay Midi Dress | Olivane Lace Overlay Top & Laran Asymmetrical Lace Pencil Skirt

Faura Mesh Panel Foldover Dress | Kresha Keyhole Top & Soshya Slit Front Pants*

Be sure to check out the entire new LYLAS collection of affordable bridesmaids dresses and separates by Love, Bonito and don’t forget to send a link to your best girls so they can start selecting their favorite styles!

*Soshya Slit Front Pants will be available June 29

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Moody Moroccan Topanga Canyon Wedding at The 1909

May 31, 2018 | Junebug Weddings

If you think you’ve already seen the best of bohemian wedding decor, Angel and Brantly’s California wedding at The 1909 is going to blow your mind! Their Moroccan-inspired design included flowers galore, large macrame hangings, mini macrame plate decor created by Everyday Macrame, hand-painted tile name cards, antique lanterns, leather poufs, and just about every natural texture you could want for a cozy outdoor wedding. And that was just for their reception! Their ceremony backdrop, which featured a large mandala art piece created by The Creative Shift and pampas grass semicircle, was truly a sight to behold. As you can imagine, the wedding party style was also on point. Angel looked like a bohemian goddess in a cut-out lace Rue De Seine dress, messy braid, and Moroccan-inspired coin veil, and her girls brought vintage bohemia to life in emerald and rust-colored frocks from Free People and For Love and Lemons. Get ready to settle in with these photos captured by Sanford Creative for quite a while because, we guarantee, you’ll need to look twice to appreciate every dreamy detail.

The Couple:

Angel and Brantly

The Wedding:

The 1909, Topanga Canyon, California

The most important part of planning our wedding was making sure that everyone had fun, including ourselves. We had really fun brick oven specialty pizzas made, a cute 1970’s photo booth bus, and a character artist to draw the guests’ photos. Everyone loved it! We wanted to make sure the environment felt magical. Between the white drapery, majestic tall trees, and twinkling lights, I was sold!

When I asked my girls to be part of my wedding, I had an intimate Moroccan-style girls night in my backyard where we sat on the floor with a table decorated in lanterns and rattan fans under some twinkle lights. At that moment, I knew that was the style I wanted to go with. 

We wanted our ceremony to really stand out. We wanted a backdrop that hadn’t been done before in a wedding ceremony. I always loved the U-shape pampas surrounding us on the floor, which had been done before and decided to spruce it up and add a mandala backdrop to the mix.

“Give me all the pretty lace details!” Literally, that was in my head while on a mission looking for a dress and the Rue De Seine Avril gown was perfect! It was a dream! To add a Moroccan touch, I added the most beautiful coin veil. I also paired my white heels with Forever Soles jeweled anklet chains. For my hair, I was totally sold on a messy styled braid and it was styled with some amaranthus tucked in.

Advice from the bride: Flowers make all the difference! More flowers and less everything else is what I think really makes your day beautiful. Find a good florist to help make your vision come to life.

The most memorable part of the day was my 8-year-old son’s speech, which totally caught us off guard. He just casually got up picked up the mic and started speaking in front of 130 people. We were shocked! Not to mention the speech was a hit! He had everyone in tears, laughing and toasting everyone. We will never forget that perfect moment!

The Wedding Team:

Photography – Sanford Creative
Event Planning – The Foraged Fête
Venue – The 1909
Floral Design – I DEW FLOWERS
Catering – The Topanga Table
Videography – Rora Film Co.
Stationery – By Invitation Only
Makeup Artist – Key Beauty
Hair Styling – DKW Styling
Wedding Dress – Rue De Seine
Bridal Accessories – Forever Soles
Bridesmaids’ Apparel – Free People and For Love and Lemons
Groom’s Apparel – Nordstrom
Macrame – Everyday Macrame
Rentals – Circa Vintage Rentals and Otis + Pearl Vintage Rentals
Backdrop – The Creative Shift
Calligraphy – Creatively Spun

 

A huge thanks to Angel and Brantly for sharing their dreamy wedding at The 1909 with Junebug! Love the Moroccan vibes they used? Then you’ve got to see this Moroccan inspired Palm Springs wedding at Casa Cody!

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