{"id":816764,"date":"2023-12-18T01:00:19","date_gmt":"2023-12-18T07:00:19","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/junebugweddings.com\/wedding-blog\/?p=816764"},"modified":"2023-12-11T04:44:35","modified_gmt":"2023-12-11T10:44:35","slug":"moody-and-flower-filled-alaska-elopement-inspiration-shoot","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/junebugweddings.com\/wedding-blog\/moody-and-flower-filled-alaska-elopement-inspiration-shoot\/","title":{"rendered":"Moody and Flower Filled Alaska Elopement Inspiration Shoot"},"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-816783\" src=\"https:\/\/images.junebugweddings.com\/14\/9a\/149ac1a44731c01a.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"700\" height=\"466\"><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Elopements can sometimes be a bit like d&eacute;j&agrave; vu&ndash;they all start to feel the same. That&rsquo;s why this team of <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/junebugweddings.com\/vendors\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">talented vendors<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (including Junebug member and planner <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/akhappenings.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">AKhappenings<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">) decided to shake things up. They were on a mission to crank up the excitement and dive headfirst into luxury on their big day. Picture this: elegance and sophistication dripping from every detail&mdash;lush <\/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;\">floral displays<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, tables intricately designed, and all the magical in-betweens. But here&rsquo;s the kicker. It&rsquo;s not your typical elopement scene. This Alaska elopement inspiration was all about ditching the ordinary, turning up the glam, and throwing a celebration that shouts, &ldquo;We&rsquo;re doing things our way!&rdquo;<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Imagine a stunning scene with majestic mountains as the backdrop and floral pillars elegantly framing the altar for a romantic waterside <\/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 that&rsquo;s just the beginning. The real showstopper was the enchanting <\/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;\"> for two, stealing the spotlight. A <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/junebugweddings.com\/wedding-blog\/?s=table+setting\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">tablescape<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> adorned with gorgeous white blooms transformed the space into an elegantly captivating setting. To top it off, those same floral pillars gracefully encircled the entire setup, adding an extra touch of sophistication.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you and your partner have ever envisioned an elegant and timeless celebration set against the backdrop of nature&rsquo;s beauty, this is the ultimate inspiration for you. Keep scrolling because <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.theresamcdonaldphotographer.com\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Theresa McDonald<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> beautifully captured every well-thought-of detail.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-816807\" src=\"https:\/\/images.junebugweddings.com\/78\/96\/789611e38cd46654.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"700\" height=\"466\"><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 18pt;\"><em><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-816775\" src=\"https:\/\/images.junebugweddings.com\/c4\/0f\/c40f3ce1d7fc9d15.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"700\" height=\"1052\"><\/em><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 18pt;\"><em> <img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-816776\" src=\"https:\/\/images.junebugweddings.com\/01\/32\/0132ac00e982272a.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"700\" height=\"466\"><\/em><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 18pt;\"><em> <img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-816779\" src=\"https:\/\/images.junebugweddings.com\/2a\/2c\/2a2ccdeb417bc5ac.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"700\" height=\"1052\"><\/em><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 18pt;\"><em> <img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-816777\" src=\"https:\/\/images.junebugweddings.com\/da\/3a\/da3ae1ad3334aac8.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"700\" height=\"466\"><\/em><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 18pt;\"><em> <img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-816780\" src=\"https:\/\/images.junebugweddings.com\/e4\/05\/e405604055f13cee.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"700\" height=\"466\"><\/em><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 18pt;\"><em> <img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-816781\" src=\"https:\/\/images.junebugweddings.com\/4b\/3a\/4b3af9ce421f7b2c.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"700\" height=\"1052\"><\/em><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 18pt;\"><em> <img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-816787\" src=\"https:\/\/images.junebugweddings.com\/c7\/98\/c79888473d905810.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"700\" height=\"466\"><\/em><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 18pt;\"><em> <img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-816784\" src=\"https:\/\/images.junebugweddings.com\/15\/7e\/157eab18bd23abbc.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"700\" height=\"1052\"><\/em><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 18pt;\"><em> <img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-816785\" src=\"https:\/\/images.junebugweddings.com\/de\/b9\/deb9c8425291aff5.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"700\" height=\"466\"><\/em><\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">How The Vendors Embraced Unpredictable Weather For This Alaska Elopement Inspiration Shoot&nbsp;<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\"><em><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Alaska&rsquo;s unpredictable weather introduced a twist to our plans. On the shoot day, 50mph winds posed challenges for 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;\">floral pillars<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/junebugweddings.com\/wedding-blog\/use-this-wedding-decor-checklist-to-help-you-nail-every-detail\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">decor<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. This led us to quickly pivot to an alternate location, offering more shelter from the elements. As the rain poured down, we embraced it, creating the perfect moody atmosphere. Ultimately, our styled shoot was a testament to the beauty of embracing the unpredictable in Alaska. It showed that elopements can be unique, elegant, and authentic, celebrating nature and the love shared between couples.<\/span><\/em><\/span><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-816786\" src=\"https:\/\/images.junebugweddings.com\/a8\/dc\/a8dce8b019b91e2d.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"700\" height=\"466\"><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-816789\" src=\"https:\/\/images.junebugweddings.com\/db\/f1\/dbf175a53d69adb5.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"700\" height=\"1052\"><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-816783\" src=\"https:\/\/images.junebugweddings.com\/14\/9a\/149ac1a44731c01a.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"700\" height=\"466\"><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-816782\" src=\"https:\/\/images.junebugweddings.com\/96\/f0\/96f0107e466d697d.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"700\" height=\"1052\"><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-816802\" src=\"https:\/\/images.junebugweddings.com\/48\/eb\/48ebd036f6325444.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"700\" height=\"1052\"><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-816808\" src=\"https:\/\/images.junebugweddings.com\/a0\/4e\/a04e7558e1586728.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"700\" height=\"466\"><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-816806\" src=\"https:\/\/images.junebugweddings.com\/a2\/d0\/a2d0ac2cc2a6eba6.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"700\" height=\"1052\"><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-816805\" src=\"https:\/\/images.junebugweddings.com\/fd\/d8\/fdd8603be92821ac.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"700\" height=\"466\"><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-816804\" src=\"https:\/\/images.junebugweddings.com\/c5\/bf\/c5bf4f6ec9c75f35.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"700\" height=\"1052\"><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-816803\" src=\"https:\/\/images.junebugweddings.com\/ab\/7f\/ab7fbb021ec0a4b2.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"700\" height=\"1052\"><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-816788\" src=\"https:\/\/images.junebugweddings.com\/16\/f3\/16f37d290a37831f.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"700\" height=\"1052\"><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Why Choosing A Real Life Couple Was Important To Bringing This Shoot to Life<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\"><em><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">To breathe life into our <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/junebugweddings.com\/wedding-blog\/5-steps-making-wedding-mood-board\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">vision<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, we knew we needed a real couple who could authentically portray the depth of love. Jenna and Chase, who are deeply in love and have been married for many years, were the perfect match. They weren&rsquo;t afraid to show their affectionate connection in front of the camera, which added a genuine touch to our shoot.<\/span><\/em><\/span><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-816791\" src=\"https:\/\/images.junebugweddings.com\/4c\/85\/4c85f57924ff6e13.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"700\" height=\"1052\"><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-816793\" src=\"https:\/\/images.junebugweddings.com\/41\/b2\/41b27c4f021b3780.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"700\" height=\"1052\"><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-816794\" src=\"https:\/\/images.junebugweddings.com\/59\/36\/593648365daef212.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"700\" height=\"1052\"><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-816790\" src=\"https:\/\/images.junebugweddings.com\/f1\/30\/f130eea17fee2d63.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"700\" height=\"1052\"><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-816792\" src=\"https:\/\/images.junebugweddings.com\/f6\/0d\/f60deac65a6bdefb.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"700\" height=\"1052\"><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-816795\" src=\"https:\/\/images.junebugweddings.com\/f9\/88\/f988b3500acea918.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"700\" height=\"1052\"><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-816796\" src=\"https:\/\/images.junebugweddings.com\/89\/98\/8998401aab318208.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"700\" height=\"1052\"><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-816797\" src=\"https:\/\/images.junebugweddings.com\/78\/a4\/78a4054f03207197.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"700\" height=\"1052\"><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-816798\" src=\"https:\/\/images.junebugweddings.com\/22\/e4\/22e47afd78d998be.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"700\" height=\"1052\"><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-816799\" src=\"https:\/\/images.junebugweddings.com\/17\/f1\/17f12bfedccae594.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"700\" height=\"1052\"><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-816800\" src=\"https:\/\/images.junebugweddings.com\/65\/c0\/65c00b00813342b7.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"700\" height=\"466\"><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-816801\" src=\"https:\/\/images.junebugweddings.com\/84\/6d\/846df2174efbc76f.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;&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.theresamcdonaldphotographer.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Theresa McDonald<\/span><\/a><br>\nEvent Planning &ndash; <a href=\"https:\/\/akhappenings.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">AKhappenings<\/span><\/a><br>\nFloral Design &ndash; <a href=\"https:\/\/sheas-wildflowers.myshopify.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Shea&rsquo;s Wildflower Company<\/a><br>\nCookies &ndash; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/cierrascookiery\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Cierra&rsquo;s Cookiery<\/a><br>\nCake &ndash; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/ak_wedding_cake\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Alaska Wedding Cake Boutique<\/a><br>\nVideography &ndash; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.joshvassarfilms.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Josh Vasaar Films<\/a><br>\nMakeup Artist + Hair Styling &ndash; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/vibe.artistry\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Vibe Artistry<\/a><br>\nGroom&rsquo;s Apparel &ndash; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/andersonsbride\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Anderson&rsquo;s Bride<\/a><br>\nRentals &ndash; <a href=\"https:\/\/rawgoldenrentals.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Raw and Golden Rentals<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Congratulations to the talented team for putting together and successfully pulling off this moody and flower-filled Alaska Elopement inspiration shoot. Huge thanks to <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.theresamcdonaldphotographer.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Theresa McDonald<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> for capturing every stunning detail, and a special shout out to Junebug member <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/akhappenings.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">AKhappenings<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> for planning the entire thing. To see more weddings they&rsquo;ve designed, check out their <\/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=\"nofollow noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">directory of the best wedding planners from around the world<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Be it a scenic mountain top, a quiet beach, or a charming city setting, the perfect location can lay the foundation for a truly memorable celebration. When it&rsquo;s just the two of you, you have the freedom to craft an experience entirely personalized to your love and commitment. Need help figuring out how to begin? Explore our <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/junebugweddings.com\/wedding-blog\/the-ultimate-elopement-planning-checklist\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">elopement planning<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and <\/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;\">budget guides<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">&mdash;valuable resources for your path to &ldquo;I do.&rdquo;<\/span><\/p>\n<\/body><\/html>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Elopements can sometimes be a bit like d&eacute;j&agrave; vu&ndash;they all start to feel the same. That&rsquo;s why this team of talented vendors (including Junebug member and planner AKhappenings) decided to shake things up. They were on a mission to crank up the excitement and dive headfirst into luxury on their big day. Picture this: elegance and sophistication dripping from every detail&mdash;lush floral displays, tables intricately designed, and all the magical in-betweens. But here&rsquo;s the kicker. 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