{"id":841325,"date":"2025-08-12T01:00:00","date_gmt":"2025-08-12T06:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/junebugweddings.com\/wedding-blog\/?p=841325"},"modified":"2025-08-05T14:48:30","modified_gmt":"2025-08-05T19:48:30","slug":"chic-refreshing-take-modern-wedding-style","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/junebugweddings.com\/wedding-blog\/chic-refreshing-take-modern-wedding-style\/","title":{"rendered":"A Chic and Refreshing Take on Modern Wedding Style"},"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>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/junebugweddings.com\/wedding-blog\/?attachment_id=841384\" rel=\"attachment wp-att-841384\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-841384\" src=\"https:\/\/images.junebugweddings.com\/b7\/e2\/b7e2bf67dcdfe68c.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"700\" height=\"1050\"><\/a><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Some weddings <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/junebugweddings.com\/wedding-blog\/unique-wedding-ideas-probably-never-heard\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">break the mold<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> in all the best ways. For Desiree and Elby, planning a modern wedding meant tossing tradition aside and creating something that felt true to them&mdash;a vibrant celebration filled with music, culture, intention, and personality. Held at <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/greatsouthernboxco.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The Great Southern Box Company<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> in Orlando, their day was as effortlessly stylish as it was unapologetically fun.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">&ldquo;We started by sketching out what a typical wedding usually looks like, and then we flipped the script,&rdquo; Desiree shared. &ldquo;We made a list of all the traditional elements that didn&rsquo;t feel like us and reimagined them into something more celebratory and personal.&rdquo;&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">From a <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/junebugweddings.com\/wedding-blog\/9-ways-personalize-wedding-ceremony\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">standing-room ceremony<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> with champagne in hand to hours of <\/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;\">nonstop dancing<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, this modern wedding was built around movement, music, and making every moment feel alive.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">What We Love About This Modern Wedding:<\/span><\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A reimagined ceremony setup with standing guests and post-vow toasts<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A stunning form-fitting dress that balanced simplicity and glam<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">DIY decor using 3D-printed vases and personalized details by the couple&rsquo;s own business<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A multicultural soundtrack blending Bachata, R&amp;B, Jazz, and more<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-841347\" src=\"https:\/\/images.junebugweddings.com\/af\/57\/af57967a7ebbe68e.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"700\" height=\"1045\"><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-841357\" src=\"https:\/\/images.junebugweddings.com\/84\/8a\/848a2345cd05c8c8.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"700\" height=\"1050\"><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-841359\" src=\"https:\/\/images.junebugweddings.com\/b5\/5e\/b55eec3281e5fda3.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"700\" height=\"1050\"><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><em>Featured Vendor:<\/em><\/h2>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/junebugweddings.com\/vendors\/wedding-photographers\/florida\/orlando-tampa\/patriciasilverio-co\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Patricia Silverio<\/a><\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-841360\" src=\"https:\/\/images.junebugweddings.com\/7e\/7c\/7e7c07719e3762d4.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"700\" height=\"1050\"><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-841356\" src=\"https:\/\/images.junebugweddings.com\/cd\/ad\/cdad861819be53cf.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"700\" height=\"1050\"><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Creating a Cohesive Look Without a Set Color Palette<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Desiree described their wedding style as &ldquo;effortless, clean, and refreshing.&rdquo; A vibe that came together naturally once she found their venue. &ldquo;Those gorgeous velvety green curtains sealed the deal. I knew I wanted to play off the greenery,&rdquo; she said. <\/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;\">Lilies<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, her favorite flower, and fresh <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/junebugweddings.com\/wedding-blog\/make-statement-unique-wedding-table-centerpieces\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">fruit<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> on the tables added a pop of color without feeling overdone.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Rather than choosing a specific color palette, she followed her gut and her personal sense of style: relaxed, minimal, and elegant.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>Shop Desiree&rsquo;s Bridal Style:<\/strong><\/p>\n<div class=\"shopthepost-widget\" data-widget-id=\"5355825\">\r\n                <script type=\"text\/javascript\" language=\"javascript\">\r\n                    !function(d,s,id){\r\n                        var e, p = \/^http:\/.test(d.location) ? 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Junebug vendor <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/junebugweddings.com\/vendors\/wedding-photographers\/florida\/orlando-tampa\/patriciasilverio-co\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Patricia Silverio Co.<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> was at the top of her list, and delivered exactly what they needed.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">&ldquo;She shot both our engagement and wedding photos, and nothing felt more seamless than working with someone who truly got our direction,&rdquo; Desiree said.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">From there, everything clicked into place: Patricia connected her to <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/styledwithnat.wixsite.com\/stylefashionnat\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Natalie Ruiz<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, who did her hair and makeup. 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;\">venue<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">&mdash;still new to hosting weddings&mdash;offered flexibility, warmth, and a built-in food hall that made catering a breeze.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-841363\" src=\"https:\/\/images.junebugweddings.com\/25\/e3\/25e31797333f80f5.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"700\" height=\"1050\"><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-841330\" src=\"https:\/\/images.junebugweddings.com\/ed\/30\/ed30f6ed33265385.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"700\" height=\"1050\"><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-841361\" src=\"https:\/\/images.junebugweddings.com\/3b\/ea\/3bea6ceb66439f43.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"700\" height=\"467\"><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-841354\" src=\"https:\/\/images.junebugweddings.com\/97\/27\/9727b9e125c939a1.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"700\" height=\"1050\"><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-841364\" src=\"https:\/\/images.junebugweddings.com\/37\/62\/37627313dc28a464.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"700\" height=\"467\"><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-841365\" src=\"https:\/\/images.junebugweddings.com\/09\/2c\/092cecbbcfbae8a4.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"700\" height=\"1050\"><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-841367\" src=\"https:\/\/images.junebugweddings.com\/f9\/b1\/f9b1ad5b3db9dabc.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"700\" height=\"467\"><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-841372\" src=\"https:\/\/images.junebugweddings.com\/b4\/04\/b404e5d63fe19d64.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"700\" height=\"1050\"><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Rethinking the Ceremony to Reflect Their Vibe<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Forget rows of chairs and solemn silence, Desiree and Elby&rsquo;s <\/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;\"> had guests standing with champagne in hand. &ldquo;It was short, intentional, and flowed perfectly into the party,&rdquo; Desiree shared.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Her mother-in-law offered a heartfelt blessing, and the couple opted out of a first look. &ldquo;Seeing him up there for the first time was everything. It felt like we were the only two people in the room.&rdquo;<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-841370\" src=\"https:\/\/images.junebugweddings.com\/46\/43\/46434e33b1b294b8.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"700\" height=\"467\"><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-841371\" src=\"https:\/\/images.junebugweddings.com\/0f\/a3\/0fa327f42a0cb1e8.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"700\" height=\"467\"> &nbsp;<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-841373\" src=\"https:\/\/images.junebugweddings.com\/8f\/36\/8f3617f0fcd55f51.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"700\" height=\"1050\"><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-841374\" src=\"https:\/\/images.junebugweddings.com\/20\/c5\/20c5655af120fb2b.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"700\" height=\"1050\"><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-841375\" src=\"https:\/\/images.junebugweddings.com\/91\/aa\/91aa152d5190ca24.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"700\" height=\"1050\"><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-841376\" src=\"https:\/\/images.junebugweddings.com\/da\/c3\/dac32c06a8afc1af.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"700\" height=\"467\"><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-841377\" src=\"https:\/\/images.junebugweddings.com\/64\/d5\/64d5cadf85b6a3c0.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"700\" height=\"467\"><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-841378\" src=\"https:\/\/images.junebugweddings.com\/b4\/1a\/b41a223e733e9211.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"700\" height=\"1050\"><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">How They Kept It Beautiful <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">and<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Budget-Conscious<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Desiree and Elby were determined to keep their modern wedding under $20K, and they came impressively close, landing at $22K. &ldquo;We created a <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/junebugweddings.com\/wedding-blog\/the-best-wedding-planning-tools-for-a-stress-free-engagement\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">spreadsheet<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> of all our non-negotiables and kept ranking things by importance. If it didn&rsquo;t matter in the long run, we cut it.&rdquo;<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/junebugweddings.com\/vendors\/wedding-photographers\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Photography<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, attire, music, 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;\"> topped the list. To <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/junebugweddings.com\/wedding-blog\/where-save-where-splurge-wedding-day\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">save<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> in other areas, they kept things in-house: their <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/junebugweddings.com\/vendors\/wedding-planners\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">planner<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> doubled as florist, and their own 3D-printing business produced everything from vases to glass charms.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">&ldquo;My best <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/junebugweddings.com\/wedding-blog\/best-wedding-advice-from-real-couples\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">advice<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> for anyone planning on a <\/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<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">? Think about your wedding as if it already happened&mdash;what would you regret not having? Then build from there.&rdquo;<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-841379\" src=\"https:\/\/images.junebugweddings.com\/4c\/c5\/4cc5a9a903480029.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"700\" height=\"1050\"><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-841380\" src=\"https:\/\/images.junebugweddings.com\/86\/c1\/86c12802865463bd.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"700\" height=\"1050\"><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-841383\" src=\"https:\/\/images.junebugweddings.com\/3c\/fb\/3cfbfa428e67e58f.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"700\" height=\"1050\"><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-841385\" src=\"https:\/\/images.junebugweddings.com\/b1\/87\/b1874370e7a9b701.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"700\" height=\"1050\"><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-841389\" src=\"https:\/\/images.junebugweddings.com\/3e\/b5\/3eb5feb6cd660c1b.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"700\" height=\"1050\"><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-841391\" src=\"https:\/\/images.junebugweddings.com\/b2\/0e\/b20eafd713b0aec1.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"700\" height=\"1050\"><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-841392\" src=\"https:\/\/images.junebugweddings.com\/8d\/85\/8d855d3d01df749d.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"700\" height=\"1050\"><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Turning the Reception Into a Nonstop Party<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">With nearly four hours dedicated to the dance floor, their modern wedding lived up to its goal of being one giant celebration. Their <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/junebugweddings.com\/vendors\/wedding-djs\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">DJ<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> kept energy high all night long, and even their young son joined in with bubbles and matching tux vibes.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">&ldquo;We brought out the big heads, which made it feel like a true party. The music was from every era. Just like how we dance at home together.&rdquo;<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-841362\" src=\"https:\/\/images.junebugweddings.com\/e4\/f1\/e4f1bb59ed651726.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"700\" height=\"1050\"><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-841340\" src=\"https:\/\/images.junebugweddings.com\/fc\/87\/fc878a9173952400.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"700\" height=\"467\"><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-841341\" src=\"https:\/\/images.junebugweddings.com\/0d\/c5\/0dc51dc8477cd976.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"700\" height=\"467\"><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-841337\" src=\"https:\/\/images.junebugweddings.com\/46\/21\/4621b61fa5ea57ef.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"700\" height=\"1050\"><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-841335\" src=\"https:\/\/images.junebugweddings.com\/8b\/48\/8b48e4f1527de171.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"700\" height=\"1050\"><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-841348\" src=\"https:\/\/images.junebugweddings.com\/99\/5e\/995e9dbf734cc253.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"700\" height=\"1050\"><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-841351\" src=\"https:\/\/images.junebugweddings.com\/a1\/0d\/a10d2ca4d3d584ac.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"700\" height=\"1050\"><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-841342\" src=\"https:\/\/images.junebugweddings.com\/4f\/c4\/4fc4d4155c15ab35.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"700\" height=\"1050\"><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Making Their Celebration Meaningful Without Overspending<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">&ldquo;Make your wedding exactly how you want it,&rdquo; Desiree said. &ldquo;Don&rsquo;t let other people&rsquo;s opinions sway you. You can absolutely have a beautiful, meaningful celebration on a budget that fits your lifestyle. Just bring in the right people and have fun with it!&rdquo; From <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/junebugweddings.com\/wedding-blog\/diy-wedding-guide\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">DIY<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> charm to community support, Desiree and Elby&rsquo;s modern wedding is proof that when you stay true to yourselves, the celebration becomes unforgettable.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-841394\" src=\"https:\/\/images.junebugweddings.com\/97\/28\/9728ac943153289e.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"700\" height=\"1050\"><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-841395\" src=\"https:\/\/images.junebugweddings.com\/aa\/a7\/aaa70277549b7ba2.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"700\" height=\"1050\"><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-841397\" src=\"https:\/\/images.junebugweddings.com\/e1\/81\/e18162ce6c2c63d2.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"700\" height=\"467\"><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-841401\" src=\"https:\/\/images.junebugweddings.com\/75\/f4\/75f41db806168c07.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"700\" height=\"1050\"><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-841403\" src=\"https:\/\/images.junebugweddings.com\/10\/56\/10563db7cbeda20e.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"700\" height=\"1050\"><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-841404\" src=\"https:\/\/images.junebugweddings.com\/dd\/4a\/dd4a8e528ea835ed.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"700\" height=\"1050\"><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-841411\" src=\"https:\/\/images.junebugweddings.com\/13\/51\/13516d52de05e492.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"700\" height=\"1050\"><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-841412\" src=\"https:\/\/images.junebugweddings.com\/cb\/39\/cb392abcca969836.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"700\" height=\"1050\"><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-841413\" src=\"https:\/\/images.junebugweddings.com\/fc\/20\/fc20e2acf1345bc7.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"700\" height=\"1050\"><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-841415\" src=\"https:\/\/images.junebugweddings.com\/de\/a0\/dea07cbb86768307.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"700\" height=\"467\"><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-841416\" src=\"https:\/\/images.junebugweddings.com\/55\/d7\/55d7be8e371b7a28.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"700\" height=\"1050\"><\/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:\/\/www.patriciasilverio.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Patricia Silverio<\/a><br>\nEvent Planning + Floral Design &ndash; Gerry Hernandez<br>\nVenue + Catering &ndash; <a href=\"https:\/\/greatsouthernboxco.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Great Southern Box Co<\/a><br>\nCake &ndash; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sfullysweet.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Moriah Tate<\/a><br>\nOfficiant &ndash; Jacarri Moore<br>\nDJ &ndash; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/thatdevastator\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Mike Harrison<\/a><br>\nInvitation Design &ndash; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.minted.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Minted<\/a><br>\nMakeup + Hair Styling &ndash; <a href=\"https:\/\/styledwithnat.wixsite.com\/stylefashionnat\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Natalie Ruiz<\/a><br>\nWedding Dress &ndash; <a href=\"https:\/\/app.houseofcb.com\/b\/martine-ivory-embellished-corset-wedding-gown\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">House of CB<\/a><br>\nBridal Accessories + Bridesmaids&rsquo; Apparel &ndash; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nordstromrack.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Nordstrom Rack<\/a><br>\nGroom&rsquo;s Apparel &ndash; <a href=\"https:\/\/theblacktux.com\/?utm_source=google&amp;utm_medium=search&amp;utm_campaign=BlackTux_Google_Pmax_US_Jun2024&amp;utm_content=&amp;utm_term=&amp;tw_source=google&amp;tw_adid=&amp;tw_campaign=21387813999&amp;tw_kwdid=&amp;gad_source=1&amp;gad_campaignid=21387817605&amp;gbraid=0AAAAADuodoEdpeqSZaot_3ZbEgMSlf8Dc&amp;gclid=CjwKCAjwprjDBhBTEiwA1m1d0oLmagb4sud1iqYHDPkgQNJBHEad8fHDNLOHpu4oRZHoqCzdUz_2pBoCC1sQAvD_BwE\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">The Black Tux<\/a><br>\nRentals &ndash; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.eventworksrentals.com\/?location=orlando\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Event Works Orlando<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/body><\/html>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>&nbsp; Some weddings break the mold in all the best ways. For Desiree and Elby, planning a modern wedding meant tossing tradition aside and creating something that felt true to them&mdash;a vibrant celebration filled with music, culture, intention, and personality. Held at The Great Southern Box Company in Orlando, their day was as effortlessly stylish as it was unapologetically fun. &ldquo;We started by sketching out what a typical wedding usually looks like, and then we [&hellip;]<\/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":null,"_wpscppro_custom_social_share_image":0,"_facebook_share_type":"default","_twitter_share_type":"default","_linkedin_share_type":"default","_pinterest_share_type":"default","_linkedin_share_type_page":"","_instagram_share_type":"default","_medium_share_type":"default","_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":[1257,1052,1160,1082,1164,1005,1709],"tags":[1121,1114,1100],"class_list":["post-841325","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry","category-best-wedding-photographer","category-best-wedding-photography","category-florida-wedding","category-modern-wedding","category-orlando-wedding","category-real-weddings","category-restaurant-wedding-wedding-style","tag-black","tag-ivory","tag-kelly-green"],"acf":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/junebugweddings.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/841325","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=841325"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/junebugweddings.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/841325\/revisions"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/junebugweddings.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=841325"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/junebugweddings.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=841325"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/junebugweddings.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=841325"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}