{"id":811211,"date":"2023-07-31T01:00:58","date_gmt":"2023-07-31T06:00:58","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/junebugweddings.com\/wedding-blog\/?p=811211"},"modified":"2023-08-03T13:55:16","modified_gmt":"2023-08-03T18:55:16","slug":"youd-have-no-idea-this-floral-chilly-root-peony-farm-wedding-took-place-in-alaska","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/junebugweddings.com\/wedding-blog\/youd-have-no-idea-this-floral-chilly-root-peony-farm-wedding-took-place-in-alaska\/","title":{"rendered":"You&#8217;d Have No Idea This Floral Chilly Root Peony Farm Wedding Took Place in Alaska"},"content":{"rendered":"<!DOCTYPE html PUBLIC \"-\/\/W3C\/\/DTD HTML 4.0 Transitional\/\/EN\" \"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/TR\/REC-html40\/loose.dtd\">\n<html><body><p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-811216\" src=\"https:\/\/images.junebugweddings.com\/38\/53\/3853b760cfb1cfee.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"700\" height=\"466\"><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It all began when Jordan and Matthew decided to tour a family-owned peony farm and instantly fell in love with its charm. Both agreed that someday they needed to get married there. Fast forward six years, and their dream became a reality as they said their &ldquo;I do&rsquo;s&rdquo; in a dreamy <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/profile.php?id=100064152545356\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Chilly Root Peony Farm<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> wedding surrounded by endless acres of blooming peonies and breathtaking glacier mountain views. The bride&mdash;an <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/junebugweddings.com\/vendors\/wedding-planners\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">expert wedding planner<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and Junebug member&mdash;worked her magic to create an unforgettable day for everyone.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The pair envisioned a romantic and whimsical wedding with a garden floral party theme. As they walked down the aisle, stunning white blooms surrounded them, and a beautiful floral backdrop framed their heartfelt <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/junebugweddings.com\/wedding-blog\/10-unique-tips-for-writing-your-wedding-vows\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">vows<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. The tented reception brought the outdoors inside, filled with lots of <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/junebugweddings.com\/wedding-blog\/creative-floral-alternatives-wedding-decor\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">greenery<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/junebugweddings.com\/wedding-blog\/ultimate-guide-wedding-lighting\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">glowing terrariums<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, creating a truly magical atmosphere.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Their wedding day was nothing short of a fairy-tale celebration, brought to life in the most delightful and captivating way. At Junebug, we are incredibly proud to feature our member&rsquo;s weddings, and this one is no exception. Trust us when we say you&rsquo;ll be absolutely blown away by this enchanting outdoor floral-filled celebration, perfectly captured by <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/theresamcdonaldphotographer.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Theresa McDonald<\/span><\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/sarahfrenchphoto.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" data-saferedirecturl=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/url?q=https:\/\/sarahfrenchphoto.com\/&amp;source=gmail&amp;ust=1691161580047000&amp;usg=AOvVaw07vIWzRUc_4RY8nu3aIboA\">Sarah French Photo<\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 18pt;\"><em>The Couple:<\/em><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Jordan and Matthew<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 18pt;\"><em>The Wedding:<\/em><\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/profile.php?id=100064152545356\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Chilly Root Peony Farm<\/span><\/a>, Homer, Alaska, United States<br>\n<em><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-811231\" src=\"https:\/\/images.junebugweddings.com\/94\/2e\/942e8450b0a77c20.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"700\" height=\"467\"><\/span><\/em><\/p>\n<p><em><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> <img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-811232\" src=\"https:\/\/images.junebugweddings.com\/18\/ee\/18ee5b27901a167c.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"700\" height=\"1050\"><\/span><\/em><\/p>\n<p><em><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> <img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-811238\" src=\"https:\/\/images.junebugweddings.com\/4d\/df\/4ddf9e02bd27c616.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"700\" height=\"1053\"><\/span><\/em><\/p>\n<p><em><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> <img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-811245\" src=\"https:\/\/images.junebugweddings.com\/df\/31\/df313a912353cd5b.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"700\" height=\"466\"><\/span><\/em><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Creating a Garden Floral Party in the Middle of Alaska<\/span><\/h2>\n<p class=\"goldbox\"><em><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">We knew we wanted our day to feel romantic and whimsical and for the theme of our wedding to be a garden floral party. We worked with a <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/junebugweddings.com\/vendors\/wedding-florists\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">local florist<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> to create our dream <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/junebugweddings.com\/wedding-blog\/the-ultimate-guide-to-planning-your-wedding-ceremony\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">ceremony<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/junebugweddings.com\/wedding-blog\/the-ultimate-wedding-reception-timeline\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">reception<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> space featuring local blooms and greenery, all fitting within our colors and theme. I fell in love with a 3D floral applique dress. We asked my mom and grandmother to be our flower girls. And we worked with a local cake artist to design a five-tiered wedding cake adorned with sugar flowers.<\/span><\/em><\/p>\n<p><em><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> <img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-811234\" src=\"https:\/\/images.junebugweddings.com\/13\/c9\/13c9c48a968bcdb5.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"700\" height=\"466\"><\/span><\/em><\/p>\n<p><em><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> <img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-811235\" src=\"https:\/\/images.junebugweddings.com\/61\/5d\/615dd16d28b51ba3.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"700\" height=\"466\"><\/span><\/em><\/p>\n<p><em><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> <img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-811237\" src=\"https:\/\/images.junebugweddings.com\/fd\/83\/fd83a284ae8de36d.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"700\" height=\"466\"><\/span><\/em><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Florals That Stole The Show at their Chilly Root Peony Farm Wedding<\/span><\/h2>\n<p class=\"goldbox\"><em><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Our flowers were essential to me because flowers can completely transform a space. Our <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/junebugweddings.com\/vendors\/wedding-florists\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">florist<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> went above and beyond to ensure that our <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/junebugweddings.com\/wedding-blog\/use-this-wedding-floral-checklist-to-incorporate-flowers-throughout-your-day\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">wedding florals<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> were exactly what I wanted. We made many changes throughout the <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/junebugweddings.com\/wedding-blog\/wedding-planning-checklist\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">planning process<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> due to guest count and space\/dimension changes, and I often dreamed up ideas to add more flowers. Our florist spent four days preparing and arranging on-site, and the flowers could not have been more spectacular. Our friends and family are still talking about them now.<\/span><\/em><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-811239\" src=\"https:\/\/images.junebugweddings.com\/8d\/b9\/8db9f14cf5710650.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"700\" height=\"466\"><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-811230\" src=\"https:\/\/images.junebugweddings.com\/ea\/a3\/eaa3b8566f77657a.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"700\" height=\"1050\"><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-811227\" src=\"https:\/\/images.junebugweddings.com\/f9\/d1\/f9d1021ddb84f7a9.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"700\" height=\"467\"><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-811228\" src=\"https:\/\/images.junebugweddings.com\/07\/72\/0772d06c7f7dbddd.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"700\" height=\"1050\"><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-811229\" src=\"https:\/\/images.junebugweddings.com\/97\/da\/97daed646fa4914e.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"700\" height=\"1050\"><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Whimsical Fashion Choices to Match the Decor<\/span><\/h2>\n<p class=\"goldbox\"><em><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">I had my heart set on finding a dress with flowers. After trying on many dresses in multiple shops, I saw an <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/junebugweddings.com\/wedding-blog\/wedding-dress-shopping\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A-line gown<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> hanging with floral applique and knew it was the one. I fell in love with the dress immediately, and it could not have fit the theme of our wedding better. For my husband and his groomsmen, we opted for suits instead of tuxedos to keep it feeling like us. Their <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/junebugweddings.com\/wedding-blog\/unique-groom-style-ideas-for-well-dressed-guys\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">blue suits<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> complemented the setting super well. We asked our guests to dress formally. We knew if we didn&rsquo;t, people would show up wearing Xtratuf boots and flannels. It was so fun to see everyone looking all dressed up.<\/span><\/em><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-811214\" src=\"https:\/\/images.junebugweddings.com\/06\/07\/0607ef2a0a5b2275.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"700\" height=\"1050\"><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-811242\" src=\"https:\/\/images.junebugweddings.com\/8f\/7b\/8f7bf4d06ec3cb43.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"700\" height=\"1052\"><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-811215\" src=\"https:\/\/images.junebugweddings.com\/42\/43\/42433b71503538b0.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"700\" height=\"466\"><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-811216\" src=\"https:\/\/images.junebugweddings.com\/38\/53\/3853b760cfb1cfee.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"700\" height=\"466\"><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-811217\" src=\"https:\/\/images.junebugweddings.com\/2f\/09\/2f09611bebda1e30.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"700\" height=\"551\"><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">How Their Ceremony Reflected Their Love Story<\/span><\/h2>\n<p class=\"goldbox\"><em><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">We <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/junebugweddings.com\/wedding-blog\/9-ways-personalize-wedding-ceremony\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">wrote our ceremony script<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> very intentionally. We asked our parents to come up and accept us into their family and bless our marriage. A family member read a prayer, a friend shared a <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/junebugweddings.com\/wedding-blog\/12-romantic-love-poems-to-read-at-your-wedding-ceremony\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">poem<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, and a friend performed a surprise song on her guitar during our <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/junebugweddings.com\/wedding-blog\/the-ultimate-guide-to-planning-your-wedding-ceremony\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">ceremony<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. We didn&rsquo;t want the ceremony only to last five minutes. After all, the whole point of the day was to get married. Being pronounced husband and wife after being together for many years was beyond memorable. We shared our first kiss. And after, as soon as we saw our favorite people in one place, everything started to sink in.&nbsp;<\/span><\/em><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-811226\" src=\"https:\/\/images.junebugweddings.com\/28\/32\/2832a7d6ee8b6c64.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"700\" height=\"1049\"><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-811236\" src=\"https:\/\/images.junebugweddings.com\/14\/34\/1434d6ed643d0d4a.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"700\" height=\"1049\"><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-811241\" src=\"https:\/\/images.junebugweddings.com\/59\/09\/59099cd0e04fcf17.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"700\" height=\"467\"><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-811240\" src=\"https:\/\/images.junebugweddings.com\/4d\/0a\/4d0ad0f1e5cf0a41.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"700\" height=\"467\"><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-811225\" src=\"https:\/\/images.junebugweddings.com\/c3\/7f\/c37fb9d07fa10ac6.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"700\" height=\"1049\"><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-811224\" src=\"https:\/\/images.junebugweddings.com\/88\/e2\/88e2769f61842374.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"700\" height=\"467\"><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-811222\" src=\"https:\/\/images.junebugweddings.com\/b2\/5a\/b25a7c5a2578e906.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"700\" height=\"467\"><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-811223\" src=\"https:\/\/images.junebugweddings.com\/6a\/15\/6a15b2747d8c3b27.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"700\" height=\"467\"><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Their Fun Reception Featured Their Favorite Things<\/span><\/h2>\n<p class=\"goldbox\"><em><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">We wanted to celebrate with our friends and family and for our wedding to be a huge party. We were so proud of our friends and family for showing up and making it the best day ever. They showered us in love and celebrated with us into the wee hours.We created six unique signature floral <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/junebugweddings.com\/wedding-blog\/8-tips-for-a-killer-cocktail-hour\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">cocktails<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, think lavender lemonade gin and tonic, fireweed margaritas, etc., and offered local beers and wine. We picked gallons of local fireweed leading up to the wedding and made the simple syrup ourselves. We hired our favorite band, who didn&rsquo;t disappoint, and <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/junebugweddings.com\/wedding-blog\/this-wedding-reception-playlist-is-guaranteed-to-get-your-guests-on-the-dance-floor\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">kept the party going<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> into the wee hours lit by hundreds of candles hanging from the tent. Matthew and I are both big skiers and made shot skis to commemorate the night, which was a big hit. Even my 91-year-old grandma enjoyed the shot ski!&nbsp;<\/span><\/em><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-811220\" src=\"https:\/\/images.junebugweddings.com\/da\/3e\/da3ef8b359651d30.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"700\" height=\"1049\"><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-811246\" src=\"https:\/\/images.junebugweddings.com\/de\/14\/de140207151c6cab.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"700\" height=\"1052\"><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-811243\" src=\"https:\/\/images.junebugweddings.com\/69\/c2\/69c2b239ae08dc74.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"700\" height=\"1052\"><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-811247 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/images.junebugweddings.com\/e0\/63\/e0638c47b131d746.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"700\" height=\"1052\"><strong>Shop Similar Gold Cutlery: <\/strong>1. <a href=\"https:\/\/junebugweddings.com\/wedding-blog\/this-wedding-reception-playlist-is-guaranteed-to-get-your-guests-on-the-dance-floor\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Gold Flatware Set<\/a> 2. <a href=\"https:\/\/rstyle.me\/+VMeCQ9gEpTHwhkrUhcr-dA\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Gold Flatware Cutlery Set<\/a> 3.<a href=\"https:\/\/rstyle.me\/+rLr5kBVMFTQUy4UwkncVzQ\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Stainless Steel Golden Flatware Set<\/a><br>\n<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-811219 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/images.junebugweddings.com\/18\/89\/1889b74061dc0c0e.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"700\" height=\"1050\"><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-811218\" src=\"https:\/\/images.junebugweddings.com\/55\/a7\/55a770805bb5d955.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"700\" height=\"1049\"><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">From Planner to Bride: Letting Go and Enjoying the Perfect Chilly Root Peony Farm Wedding Day<\/span><\/h2>\n<p class=\"goldbox\"><em><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">As a full-time <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/junebugweddings.com\/vendors\/wedding-planners\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">wedding planner<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> in Alaska, I have dreamt about our wedding for as long as I can remember. I had a specific vision and spent months designing everything from the <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/junebugweddings.com\/wedding-blog\/the-ultimate-guide-to-planning-your-wedding-ceremony\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">ceremony<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> space to the <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/junebugweddings.com\/wedding-blog\/the-ultimate-wedding-reception-timeline\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">reception<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> tent and all the small details. The day of the wedding was even better than I had ever pictured. My advice for couples <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/junebugweddings.com\/wedding-blog\/wedding-planning-checklist\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">planning<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> their wedding is to <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/junebugweddings.com\/wedding-blog\/best-wedding-advice-from-real-couples\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">let go<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> at some point. There will be unexpected issues that pop up on the day. No matter how prepared you are and how hard you have worked to plan the perfect wedding. If you let go and know that the day will be amazing, it will be so much more enjoyable.<\/span><\/em><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-811248\" src=\"https:\/\/images.junebugweddings.com\/a1\/cc\/a1ccc0d1d2f57093.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"700\" height=\"466\"><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-811249\" src=\"https:\/\/images.junebugweddings.com\/65\/e1\/65e1d17582d21e35.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"700\" height=\"466\"><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-811251\" src=\"https:\/\/images.junebugweddings.com\/b0\/3a\/b03a8fcb75a4c111.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"700\" height=\"466\"><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-811250\" src=\"https:\/\/images.junebugweddings.com\/b3\/17\/b3171b2eec3db844.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"700\" height=\"466\"><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong>Recommended Reading:&nbsp;<\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/junebugweddings.com\/wedding-blog\/this-wedding-reception-playlist-is-guaranteed-to-get-your-guests-on-the-dance-floor\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">This Wedding Reception Playlist is Guaranteed to Get Your Guests on the Dance Floor<\/a><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-811253\" src=\"https:\/\/images.junebugweddings.com\/49\/6c\/496c50ca46658d2b.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"700\" height=\"1052\"><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-811254\" src=\"https:\/\/images.junebugweddings.com\/ec\/60\/ec60077d2402c861.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"700\" height=\"1052\"><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-811252\" src=\"https:\/\/images.junebugweddings.com\/49\/79\/497968f97686dfd3.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"700\" height=\"466\"><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-811256\" src=\"https:\/\/images.junebugweddings.com\/8b\/fd\/8bfdf72b9a10da73.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"700\" height=\"466\"><\/p>\n<div class=\"goldbox\">\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 18pt;\"><em>The Wedding Team:<\/em><\/span><\/p>\n<p>Photography &ndash; <a href=\"https:\/\/theresamcdonaldphotographer.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Theresa McDonald<\/span><\/a> + <a href=\"https:\/\/sarahfrenchphoto.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Sarah French Photo<\/a><br>\nEvent Planning &ndash; <a href=\"https:\/\/akhappenings.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">AKhappenings<\/a><br>\nSet Up and Day-Of Coordination &ndash; <a href=\"http:\/\/www.eventsbyayla.net\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Events by Ayla<\/a><br>\nVenue &ndash; <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/profile.php?id=100064152545356\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Chilly Root Peony Farm<\/a><\/span><br>\nFloral Design &ndash; <a href=\"https:\/\/lilyofthevalley.florist\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Lily of the Valley Floral<\/a><br>\nCatering &ndash; <a href=\"https:\/\/toddfeedsalaska.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Alaska Roots Catering<\/a><br>\nCake &ndash; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.akweddingcake.com\/about\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Alaska Wedding Cake Boutique<\/a><br>\nDJ &ndash; APE &ndash; <a href=\"https:\/\/gowithape.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Alaska Professional Entertainment<\/a><br>\nLive Music &ndash; <a href=\"https:\/\/alaskaweddingband.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Woodrow<\/a> + <a href=\"https:\/\/www.volozhanin.com\/anchoragequartet.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Anchorage String Quartet<\/a><br>\nVideography &ndash; <a href=\"https:\/\/shadesofjadefilms.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Shades of Jade<\/a><br>\nMakeup Artist &ndash; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/vibe.artistry\/?hl=en\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Vibe Artistry<\/a><br>\nHair Styling &ndash; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/ak.upstyles\/?hl=en\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">AK Upstyles<\/a><br>\nWedding Dress &ndash; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.demetrios.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Demetrios<\/a><br>\nBridesmaids&rsquo; Apparel &ndash; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.azazie.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Azazie<\/a><br>\nGroom&rsquo;s Apparel + Groomsmen&rsquo;s Apparel &ndash; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.stallonesmenswear.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Stallone&rsquo;s Mensware<\/a><br>\nRings &ndash; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.akdiamondco.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">5th Ave. Jewelers<\/a><br>\nIce Cream &ndash; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.woohooicecream.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Woohoo Ice Cream<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Congratulations to Jordan and Matthew on their enchanting floral <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/profile.php?id=100064152545356\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Chilly Root Peony Farm<\/a> wedding<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. A special thanks to <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/theresamcdonaldphotographer.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Theresa McDonald<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and <a href=\"https:\/\/sarahfrenchphoto.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Sarah French Photo<\/a> for beautifully capturing every detail for us to swoon over. If you&rsquo;re feeling inspired by their outdoorsy Alaskan wedding, check out the bride&rsquo;s <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/junebugweddings.com\/vendors\/wedding-planners\/alaska\/AKhappenings\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">profile<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> in our <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/junebugweddings.com\/vendors\/wedding-planners\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">directory of the world&rsquo;s best wedding planners<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Whether you&rsquo;ve found your dream garden <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/junebugweddings.com\/wedding-blog\/the-ultimate-guide-to-finding-your-wedding-venue\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">venue<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> or decided to have a lush backyard celebration, our <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/junebugweddings.com\/wedding-blog\/the-ultimate-guide-to-planning-a-backyard-wedding\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">guide<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> is here to help you plan your perfect outdoor soiree. With these ideas at your fingertips and a <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/junebugweddings.com\/vendors\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">talented team of vendors<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, you can bring to life the garden party you&rsquo;ve always dreamed of!<\/span><\/p>\n<\/body><\/html>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>It all began when Jordan and Matthew decided to tour a family-owned peony farm and instantly fell in love with its charm. Both agreed that someday they needed to get married there. Fast forward six years, and their dream became a reality as they said their &ldquo;I do&rsquo;s&rdquo; in a dreamy Chilly Root Peony Farm wedding surrounded by endless acres of blooming peonies and breathtaking glacier mountain views. 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