{"id":811883,"date":"2023-08-07T01:00:40","date_gmt":"2023-08-07T06:00:40","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/junebugweddings.com\/wedding-blog\/?p=811883"},"modified":"2023-08-07T18:26:33","modified_gmt":"2023-08-07T23:26:33","slug":"this-barn-at-flanagan-farm-wedding-was-inspired-by-the-couples-home","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/junebugweddings.com\/wedding-blog\/this-barn-at-flanagan-farm-wedding-was-inspired-by-the-couples-home\/","title":{"rendered":"This Barn at Flanagan Farm Wedding Was Inspired by the Couple&#8217;s Home"},"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=\"size-full wp-image-811947\" src=\"https:\/\/images.junebugweddings.com\/4c\/17\/4c1778b44bfb9956.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"700\" height=\"467\"><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Lucie and Dave&rsquo;s <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/themainebarns.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Flanagan Farm<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> wedding radiated a joyful, easygoing atmosphere that perfectly <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/junebugweddings.com\/wedding-blog\/unique-wedding-planning\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">mirrored their personalities<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. To create a sense of familiarity and comfort, they used a warm and bright <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/junebugweddings.com\/wedding-blog\/6-tips-for-choosing-your-wedding-colors\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">color palette<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, lots of greenery and <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/junebugweddings.com\/wedding-blog\/creative-floral-alternatives-wedding-decor\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">house plants<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, and even some playful touches. The whole style mixed nature and modern elements, with a fun twist added in. It was just like them&mdash;comfy, a bit silly, laid-back, and relaxed.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">They chose to say &lsquo;I do&rsquo; with the woodland sanctuary as the <\/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;\">backdrop<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. They kicked off the celebration with a <\/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;\"> surrounded by towering trees, followed by a <\/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;\"> featuring a unique mix of <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/junebugweddings.com\/wedding-blog\/get-inspired-by-these-cozy-wedding-reception-lounge-areas\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">lounge seating<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/junebugweddings.com\/wedding-blog\/wedding-catering-options-explained\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">food stations<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> scattered all over the property. The party then moved to the barn, filled with sparkles and disco vibes. The festivities continued with all-night <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/junebugweddings.com\/wedding-blog\/creative-wedding-after-party-ideas\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">karaoke<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and a delicious pizza feast.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You might think that&rsquo;s hard to beat, but wait till you see the outfits. Lucie was stunning in a <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/leannemarshall.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Leanne Marshall<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> wedding dress with a hand-dyed skirt that had pops of blue, green, orange, and yellow, perfectly matching the wedding colors. Dave rocked a custom <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/junebugweddings.com\/wedding-blog\/colorful-suit-roundup\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">green suit<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> with special messages and important dates embroidered inside. Even their dog Kiefer suited up for the big day! If you&rsquo;re looking for ideas to make your wedding fashion exciting or want to turn your <\/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;\">backyard<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> into a whimsical space, these photos by <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/henryandmac.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Henry and Mac<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> have all the inspiration you need.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 18pt;\"><em>The Couple:<\/em><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Lucie and Dave<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 18pt;\"><em>The Wedding:<\/em><\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/themainebarns.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Flanagan Farm<\/span><\/a>, Buxton, Maine, United States<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-811933\" src=\"https:\/\/images.junebugweddings.com\/e8\/0b\/e80b7ec572215fe1.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"700\" height=\"1050\"><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-811934\" src=\"https:\/\/images.junebugweddings.com\/db\/f2\/dbf2cd2da0454dbf.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"700\" height=\"1050\"><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-811935\" src=\"https:\/\/images.junebugweddings.com\/a7\/7b\/a77b2078a883a5d1.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"700\" height=\"1050\"><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-811936\" src=\"https:\/\/images.junebugweddings.com\/4e\/89\/4e8981895225e810.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"700\" height=\"1050\"><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Why They Chose A Flanagan Farm Wedding<\/span><\/h2>\n<p class=\"goldbox\"><em><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">We picked the <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/themainebarns.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Barn at Flanagan Farm<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> because it was just right&mdash;charming and naturally beautiful. Also, we wanted Lucie&rsquo;s grandma to be there (or at least see us dressed up), and she lived close by. The place had many outdoor areas and felt cozy, with lovely views that showed off the best of Maine. It was just what we needed for our playful celebration.<\/span><\/em><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-811937\" src=\"https:\/\/images.junebugweddings.com\/5a\/e0\/5ae061c899da52dc.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"700\" height=\"466\"><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-811938\" src=\"https:\/\/images.junebugweddings.com\/9f\/17\/9f176b470c43ac85.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"700\" height=\"1050\"><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-811939\" src=\"https:\/\/images.junebugweddings.com\/35\/fa\/35fa383e43d14013.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"700\" height=\"1050\"><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-811940\" src=\"https:\/\/images.junebugweddings.com\/ff\/4a\/ff4a9e285a7b670f.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"700\" height=\"1050\"><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-811941\" src=\"https:\/\/images.junebugweddings.com\/c6\/cd\/c6cd8c8da086ab1e.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"700\" height=\"1050\"><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Incorporating Personal Stories, Quotes, and a Toilet Paper Wrapper to the Ceremony<\/span><\/h2>\n<p class=\"goldbox\"><em><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">We made 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;\"> ours in a few special ways. To begin, we wrote our own <\/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;\"> that were all about us and our journey together. Our <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/junebugweddings.com\/wedding-blog\/how-to-find-and-choose-a-wedding-officiant\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">officiant<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, a close friend, added humor, stories about us, and <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/junebugweddings.com\/wedding-blog\/15-beautiful-nonreligious-readings-for-your-wedding-ceremony\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">meaningful quotes<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> to the ceremony, making it feel like &ldquo;us.&rdquo; I had a surprise for Dave too. I brought out the <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/junebugweddings.com\/wedding-blog\/9-ways-personalize-wedding-ceremony\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">toilet paper wrapper<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> he gave me the night we met (yes, seriously!). It was a funny and sweet gesture that made everyone laugh.<\/span><\/em><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-811959\" src=\"https:\/\/images.junebugweddings.com\/4a\/80\/4a80963f851abe97.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"700\" height=\"467\"><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-811961\" src=\"https:\/\/images.junebugweddings.com\/48\/14\/4814e57ef6b1dab0.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"700\" height=\"1050\"><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-811962\" src=\"https:\/\/images.junebugweddings.com\/35\/db\/35dbbff4441eb103.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"700\" height=\"1052\"><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-811960\" src=\"https:\/\/images.junebugweddings.com\/48\/6b\/486b961748369b7d.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"700\" height=\"467\"><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-811964\" src=\"https:\/\/images.junebugweddings.com\/da\/7c\/da7c383408cd3ba7.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"700\" height=\"1050\"><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-811963\" src=\"https:\/\/images.junebugweddings.com\/6d\/bf\/6dbfe3cf9377e22b.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"700\" height=\"1050\"><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-811965\" src=\"https:\/\/images.junebugweddings.com\/9c\/d1\/9cd19897fc93bb35.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"700\" height=\"467\"><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Custom Cornhole Lawn Games and Pickleback Shots: How They Made Their Day <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Theirs<\/span><\/i><\/h2>\n<p class=\"goldbox\"><em><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">We wanted our day to be genuinely <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">us<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. So we added <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/junebugweddings.com\/wedding-blog\/unique-wedding-planning\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">personal touches<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> that made it special. We had <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/junebugweddings.com\/wedding-blog\/the-best-wedding-lawn-games-for-an-unforgettable-backyard-wedding\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">custom cornhole boards<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> with our wedding design and even treated everyone to a pickleback shot before 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;\">, something we love. Our goal was to have a day that felt real and spend quality time with our loved ones. From the <\/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;\"> we wrote just for each other to the meaningful gifts we exchanged, every little thing was planned carefully to make it our own. Even our dog, Kiefer, got involved by sending out the <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/junebugweddings.com\/wedding-blog\/unique-save-dates-announce-wedding\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">save-the-dates<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (with custom coasters featuring his cute face). Our <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/junebugweddings.com\/vendors\/custom-wedding-invitations\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">invitations<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> also showcased our unique wedding design.&nbsp;<\/span><\/em><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-811970\" src=\"https:\/\/images.junebugweddings.com\/48\/aa\/48aad986e40e71cc.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"700\" height=\"467\"><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-811967\" src=\"https:\/\/images.junebugweddings.com\/c4\/a5\/c4a52cb80c3d1c6a.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"700\" height=\"1050\"><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-811973\" src=\"https:\/\/images.junebugweddings.com\/55\/5e\/555e7488cd8a9827.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"700\" height=\"467\"><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-811944\" src=\"https:\/\/images.junebugweddings.com\/83\/5b\/835b2839c6880341.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"700\" height=\"1050\"><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-811942\" src=\"https:\/\/images.junebugweddings.com\/57\/c2\/57c2538679297c76.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"700\" height=\"1050\"><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Setting the Laid-Back Tone with Comfort Food and a Relaxed Timeline<\/span><\/h2>\n<p class=\"goldbox\"><em><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Our top priority in <\/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;\"> our wedding was to make the most of our time with our <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/junebugweddings.com\/wedding-blog\/the-step-by-step-guide-to-creating-your-wedding-guest-list\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">dear loved ones<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, many of whom traveled long distances to be with us in Maine. We aimed to craft an atmosphere where our family and friends could unwind, have a blast, and relish our special day. That&rsquo;s why we went for a more laid-back approach, with passed-around bites, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/junebugweddings.com\/wedding-blog\/wedding-catering-options-explained\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">food stations<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> scattered throughout the evening, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/junebugweddings.com\/wedding-blog\/the-best-wedding-lawn-games-for-an-unforgettable-backyard-wedding\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">lawn games<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, an exciting dance party, and <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/junebugweddings.com\/wedding-blog\/creative-wedding-after-party-ideas\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">karaoke<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> for 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;\">. We even had a coal-fired pizza truck show up for a late-night treat. And instead of the usual wedding cake, we chose delightful individual <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/junebugweddings.com\/wedding-blog\/9-wedding-dessert-table-ideas-to-sweeten-your-reception-decor\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">chocolate lava cakes<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> that were incredibly delicious. We wanted everyone to feel at ease without formal schedules or assigned seats. Our focus was all about creating beautiful memories and cherishing quality time together.<\/span><\/em><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-811971\" src=\"https:\/\/images.junebugweddings.com\/49\/c9\/49c901740400378f.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"700\" height=\"1050\"><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-811972\" src=\"https:\/\/images.junebugweddings.com\/cb\/8f\/cb8fca1a6e38bac5.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"700\" height=\"1050\"><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-811958\" src=\"https:\/\/images.junebugweddings.com\/1a\/a2\/1aa2340b4639f9d3.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"700\" height=\"1050\"><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-811957\" src=\"https:\/\/images.junebugweddings.com\/a2\/e6\/a2e68583438b69b3.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"700\" height=\"1050\"><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-811945\" src=\"https:\/\/images.junebugweddings.com\/eb\/df\/ebdfa721173a8565.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"700\" height=\"467\"><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-811946\" src=\"https:\/\/images.junebugweddings.com\/77\/79\/777989b4ce941da5.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"700\" height=\"467\"><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Wedding Advice: Don&rsquo;t Feel Pressured to Follow Every Tradition or Trend<\/span><\/h2>\n<p class=\"goldbox\"><em>We suggest always staying true to who you are during the <a href=\"https:\/\/junebugweddings.com\/wedding-blog\/wedding-planning-checklist\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">wedding planning journey<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. You don&rsquo;t have to follow every tradition or trend if it doesn&rsquo;t feel like &ldquo;you.&rdquo; Your big day should reflect your genuine selves. Put your attention on what truly counts to both of you and make those things a priority. And don&rsquo;t forget, it&rsquo;s your wedding day, so enjoy it! Feel free to sprinkle your quirks and personalities into the celebration. Having some fun and <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/junebugweddings.com\/wedding-blog\/5-wedding-traditions-you-might-want-to-rethink-what-to-do-instead\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">breaking a few traditions<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> can be enjoyable. We had a blast mixing our family customs with our playful and unique approaches.<\/span><\/em><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-811948\" src=\"https:\/\/images.junebugweddings.com\/c6\/61\/c6610609471bffbb.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"700\" height=\"1050\"><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-811949\" src=\"https:\/\/images.junebugweddings.com\/d3\/4f\/d34f13d574ae785c.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"700\" height=\"1050\"><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-811950\" src=\"https:\/\/images.junebugweddings.com\/8c\/74\/8c74fda90099bf48.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"700\" height=\"1050\"><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-811951\" src=\"https:\/\/images.junebugweddings.com\/55\/af\/55affadf3656bb43.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"700\" height=\"1050\"><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">How They Stayed Within Their Flanagan Farm Wedding Budget<\/span><\/h2>\n<p class=\"goldbox\"><em><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Managing our <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/junebugweddings.com\/wedding-blog\/how-to-create-the-best-wedding-budget-for-you-and-your-partner\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">wedding budget<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> involved an open conversation where we discussed what truly mattered to us. We figured out the things we cared about most, like having both <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/junebugweddings.com\/wedding-blog\/the-best-wedding-entertainment-ideas-to-consider\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">live music<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/junebugweddings.com\/wedding-blog\/creative-wedding-after-party-ideas\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">karaoke<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, adding special personal details like lawn games, and getting <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/junebugweddings.com\/vendors\/wedding-photographers\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">outstanding photography<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. We decided to allocate more of our budget to these critical aspects. Our <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/junebugweddings.com\/vendors\/wedding-planners\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">wedding planning team<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> was a big help too. They researched and compared vendor prices, ensuring we could stay on track and adjust things to fit our budget.<\/span><\/em><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-811953\" src=\"https:\/\/images.junebugweddings.com\/20\/83\/20832208807e8f94.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"700\" height=\"1050\"><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-811954\" src=\"https:\/\/images.junebugweddings.com\/c5\/57\/c557dab07ee916c4.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"700\" height=\"467\"><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-811955\" src=\"https:\/\/images.junebugweddings.com\/b8\/70\/b87090c51a74620b.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"700\" height=\"467\"><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-811952\" src=\"https:\/\/images.junebugweddings.com\/03\/96\/03968e80bf300fd3.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"700\" height=\"1050\"><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-811956\" src=\"https:\/\/images.junebugweddings.com\/34\/f2\/34f2997c777c5e34.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"700\" height=\"467\"><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Setting The Right Festive Mood at Their Flanagan Farm Wedding with Live Entertainment<\/span><\/h2>\n<p class=\"goldbox\"><em><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Among our <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/junebugweddings.com\/vendors\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">amazing vendors<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, I<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.isaiahbennettmusic.com\/#:~:text=Isaiah%20Bennett%20is%20a%20Billboard,based%20out%20of%20Southern%20Maine.\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">saiah Bennett<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and his musicians truly shone. They played 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;\"> and <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/junebugweddings.com\/wedding-blog\/8-tips-for-a-killer-cocktail-hour\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">cocktail hour<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, and their music added the perfect vibe, filling the air with happiness right from the beginning. They even took our guests&rsquo; song requests, which was a delightful surprise. Their talent was exceptional, and they brought a contagious energy that kickstarted an absolutely lively celebration.<\/span><\/em><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-811968\" src=\"https:\/\/images.junebugweddings.com\/0e\/2c\/0e2c9f85a1e3dc2a.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"700\" height=\"1050\"><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-811969\" src=\"https:\/\/images.junebugweddings.com\/b3\/c9\/b3c9974c8b5cc608.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"700\" height=\"467\"><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-811978\" src=\"https:\/\/images.junebugweddings.com\/83\/a7\/83a7316e4ab3c934.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"700\" height=\"467\"><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-811977\" src=\"https:\/\/images.junebugweddings.com\/95\/46\/954643125ba0ef70.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"700\" height=\"1050\"><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-811974\" src=\"https:\/\/images.junebugweddings.com\/bb\/fd\/bbfdd690b0aef2ec.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"700\" height=\"467\"><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-811975\" src=\"https:\/\/images.junebugweddings.com\/61\/16\/6116b74c134c55b2.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"700\" height=\"1050\"><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-811976\" src=\"https:\/\/images.junebugweddings.com\/be\/bf\/bebf4d868ea0ac92.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"700\" height=\"467\"><\/p>\n<div class=\"goldbox\">\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 18pt;\"><em>The Wedding Team:<\/em><\/span><\/p>\n<p>Photography &ndash; &nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/henryandmac.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Henry and Mac<\/span><\/a><br>\nEvent Planning &ndash; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.afamilyaffairmaine.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">A Family Affair Maine<\/a><br>\nVenue &ndash; <a href=\"https:\/\/themainebarns.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Flanagan Farm<\/span><\/a><br>\nFloral Design &ndash; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.chevaughnmarie.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Chevaughn Marie Designs<\/a><br>\nCatering + Cake &ndash; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.fireandcompany.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Fire &amp; Co<\/a><br>\nRehearsal Dinner + Welcome Party&nbsp; &ndash; <a href=\"https:\/\/risingtidebrewing.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Rising Tide Brewing<\/a><br>\nDJ &ndash; <a href=\"https:\/\/djjon.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">DJ Jon<\/a><br>\nLive Music &ndash; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.isaiahbennettmusic.com\/#:~:text=Isaiah%20Bennett%20is%20a%20Billboard,based%20out%20of%20Southern%20Maine.\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Isaiah Bennett<\/a><br>\nVideography &ndash; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.clingpeck.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Cling and Peck<\/a><br>\nInvitation Design &ndash; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.chattypress.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Chatty Press<\/a><br>\nLighting &ndash; <a href=\"https:\/\/griffingriffinlighting.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Griffin &amp; Griffin Lighting<\/a><br>\nMakeup Artist + Hair Styling &ndash; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.hairthatmoves.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Hair That Moves<\/a><br>\nWedding Dress &ndash; <a href=\"https:\/\/leannemarshall.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Leanne Marshall<\/a><br>\nBridal Accessories &ndash; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.jenniferbehr.com\/collections\/wedding-headbands?utm_source=google&amp;utm_medium=paid&amp;utm_campaign=19699745453&amp;utm_content=149155887594&amp;utm_term=&amp;tw_source=google&amp;tw_adid=648528310265&amp;gad=1&amp;gclid=CjwKCAjwsvujBhAXEiwA_UXnAOmqlUU0p-q2eDlJiZaKd2lQPPUctLC_sYvjuTW7jKtBqrm3yXWE3hoClggQAvD_BwE\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Jennifer Behr<\/a><br>\nBridesmaids&rsquo; Apparel &ndash; Sourced by <a href=\"https:\/\/thestylishbride.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Stylish Bride<\/a><br>\nGroom&rsquo;s Accessories &ndash; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.omegawatches.com\/en-us\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Omega<\/a><br>\nGroomsmen&rsquo;s Apparel &ndash; <a href=\"https:\/\/theblacktux.com\/?utm_source=google&amp;utm_medium=search&amp;utm_campaign=BlackTux_Google_Search_US_EN_Branded&amp;utm_content=&amp;utm_term=black%20tux&amp;gad=1&amp;gclid=CjwKCAjwsvujBhAXEiwA_UXnAPrjHtUs_tr6zkzoFJjoZaKIIIpAw5w9YyP-UdORS8AzBO0e2vmE2RoCSWUQAvD_BwE\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Black Tux<\/a><br>\nRings &ndash; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.jordankleinjewelry.com\/about\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Jordan Klein Jewelry<\/a><br>\nRentals &ndash; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.wallaceevents.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">One Stop Event Rentals<\/a> + <a href=\"https:\/\/www.afamilyaffairmaine.com\/prop-rentals\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">A Family Affair Maine<\/a><br>\nTransportation &ndash; <a href=\"http:\/\/www.northeastchartertour.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Northeast Charter<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Congratulations to Lucie and Dave on their beautiful <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/themainebarns.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Flanagan Farm<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> wedding! And thank you to <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/henryandmac.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Henry and Mac<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> for skillfully capturing all the moments that tell their unique love story.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you&rsquo;re envisioning a wedding that&rsquo;s bursting with character, check out our <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/junebugweddings.com\/wedding-blog\/unique-wedding-planning\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">guide on planning a unique celebration<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. It&rsquo;s got lots of ideas to help you create a special day that&rsquo;s all about you and your partner.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/body><\/html>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-811947\" src=\"https:\/\/junebugweddings.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/henry-and-mac-flanagan-farm-wedding-17.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"700\" height=\"467\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Lucie and Dave&#8217;s <a href=\"https:\/\/themainebarns.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Flanagan Farm<\/a> wedding radiated a joyful, easygoing atmosphere that perfectly <a href=\"https:\/\/junebugweddings.com\/wedding-blog\/unique-wedding-planning\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">mirrored their personalities<\/a>. To create a sense of familiarity and comfort, they used a warm and bright <a href=\"https:\/\/junebugweddings.com\/wedding-blog\/6-tips-for-choosing-your-wedding-colors\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">color palette<\/a>, lots of greenery and <a href=\"https:\/\/junebugweddings.com\/wedding-blog\/creative-floral-alternatives-wedding-decor\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">house plants<\/a>, and even some playful touches. The whole style mixed nature and modern elements, with a fun twist added in. It was just like them\u2014comfy, a bit silly, laid-back, and relaxed.<\/p>\n<p>They chose to say &#8216;I do&#8217; with the woodland sanctuary as the <a href=\"https:\/\/junebugweddings.com\/wedding-blog\/the-ultimate-guide-to-finding-your-wedding-venue\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">backdrop<\/a>. They kicked off the celebration with a <a href=\"https:\/\/junebugweddings.com\/wedding-blog\/the-ultimate-guide-to-planning-your-wedding-ceremony\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">ceremony<\/a> surrounded by towering trees, followed by a <a href=\"https:\/\/junebugweddings.com\/wedding-blog\/the-ultimate-wedding-reception-timeline\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">reception<\/a> featuring a unique mix of <a href=\"https:\/\/junebugweddings.com\/wedding-blog\/get-inspired-by-these-cozy-wedding-reception-lounge-areas\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">lounge seating<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/junebugweddings.com\/wedding-blog\/wedding-catering-options-explained\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">food stations<\/a> scattered all over the property. The party then moved to the barn, filled with sparkles and disco vibes. The festivities continued with all-night <a href=\"https:\/\/junebugweddings.com\/wedding-blog\/creative-wedding-after-party-ideas\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">karaoke<\/a> and a delicious pizza feast.<\/p>\n<p>You might think that\u2019s hard to beat, but wait till you see the outfits. Lucie was stunning in a <a href=\"https:\/\/leannemarshall.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Leanne Marshall<\/a> wedding dress with a hand-dyed skirt that had pops of blue, green, orange, and yellow, perfectly matching the wedding colors. Dave rocked a custom <a href=\"https:\/\/junebugweddings.com\/wedding-blog\/colorful-suit-roundup\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">green suit<\/a> with special messages and important dates embroidered inside. Even their dog Kiefer suited up for the big day! If you&#8217;re looking for ideas to make your wedding fashion exciting or want to turn your <a href=\"https:\/\/junebugweddings.com\/wedding-blog\/the-ultimate-guide-to-planning-a-backyard-wedding\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">backyard<\/a> into a whimsical space, these photos by <a href=\"https:\/\/henryandmac.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Henry and Mac<\/a> have all the inspiration you need.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":38,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"om_disable_all_campaigns":false,"_monsterinsights_skip_tracking":false,"_monsterinsights_sitenote_active":false,"_monsterinsights_sitenote_note":"","_monsterinsights_sitenote_category":0,"kia_subtitle":"","footnotes":"","_wpscppro_dont_share_socialmedia":false,"_wpscppro_custom_social_share_image":0,"_facebook_share_type":"","_twitter_share_type":"","_linkedin_share_type":"","_pinterest_share_type":"","_linkedin_share_type_page":"","_instagram_share_type":"","_medium_share_type":"","_threads_share_type":"","_google_business_share_type":"","_selected_social_profile":[],"_wpsp_enable_custom_social_template":false,"_wpsp_social_scheduling":{"enabled":false,"datetime":null,"platforms":[],"status":"template_only","dateOption":"today","timeOption":"now","customDays":"","customHours":"","customDate":"","customTime":"","schedulingType":"absolute"},"_wpsp_active_default_template":true},"categories":[1368,1500,1384,1553,1005,1093],"tags":[1110,1108,1118,1100,1106,1117],"class_list":["post-811883","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry","category-backyard-wedding","category-farm-wedding","category-maine-wedding","category-quirky-wedding","category-real-weddings","category-whimsical-wedding","tag-dark-pink","tag-dark-red","tag-gold","tag-kelly-green","tag-orange","tag-silver"],"acf":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/junebugweddings.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/811883","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/junebugweddings.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/junebugweddings.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/junebugweddings.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/38"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/junebugweddings.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=811883"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/junebugweddings.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/811883\/revisions"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/junebugweddings.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=811883"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/junebugweddings.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=811883"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/junebugweddings.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=811883"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}