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A Luxurious Multicultural Chateau Wedding In The Summertime

Say hello to stunning, this summertime wedding will stop you in your tracks. AMV Weddings planned and designed a day that pulls out all the stops, from the flower-filled ceremony designed by Pedestals Floral Decorators to the endlessly romantic ballroom reception accented with hints of gold. Imagery by Amber Dawn Photography perfectly captures the love and joy of the heartfelt day, take a closer look inside the full gallery.

From Amber Dawn Photography… I had the honor of photographing Winnie and Zach’s Elegant Park Chateau Estate Wedding in East Brunswick, NJ. Their dreamy wedding day was filled with joy, and so many gorgeous details and memorable moments. New Jersey is home to several elegant and high-end wedding venues. Park Chateau Estate and Gardens is at the top of that list with their stunning event spaces and romantic elegance infused throughout. It is the perfect venue for a classic and timeless wedding day celebration.

Several amazing wedding vendors had a part in Winnie and Zach’s beautiful wedding day! Brooke of AMV Weddings did a fantastic job planning their special day and bringing their vision for the day to life! They make it a priority to customize every wedding experience for each couple to have the wedding of their dreams! I was blown away by all the details and how carefully orchestrated Winnie and Zach’s wedding day was. Everything flowed seamlessly. To capture their amazing wedding detail shots, I worked with my friend, Joanna of Hazel Dust Studios to style the flat lays! She does amazing work at styling wedding details to elevate the overall look and aesthetic. I highly recommend to all my brides to hire a stylist like Hazel Dust Studios for a more polished, higher-end, and GORGEOUS detail layout. The bride wore a stunning wedding dress with lace sleeves and collar details. She looked positively radiant! I am pretty sure her father agreed judging by his reaction during their first look in the bridal suite.

Pedestals Floral Decorators went above and beyond in the floral design! From the beautiful arrangements in the bouquets to the classic look of flower arrangements decorating the grand staircase, the eye-catching floral arch at the wedding ceremony, to the dreamy and romantic flower arrangement found in the center of each table at the reception and draping the front of the couple’s sweetheart table. Their work is impeccable with an eye for design, a passion for creativity, and a commitment to providing the best service and florals. Winnie and Zach had a gorgeous color pallet for their wedding that included neutral tones of white, peach, and pops of dusty blue. The way the colors were intertwined throughout their wedding and were brought to life with the floral displays was breathtaking! During their elegant celebration at their reception, the couple performed a very regal choreographed first dance set to orchestral music, unlike any first dance I’ve ever seen. It was mesmerizing to watch. They practiced their dance during cocktail hour prior to the beginning of the reception, and when it came time to perform it went flawlessly.

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Maui Wedding With A Touch Of Emerald Green

This Maui “I Do” is everything we love about weddings and more. With a touch of elegant emerald green, Couture Events planned a picturesque day that has us wanting to book a ticket to Hawaii ASAP. Floral design by Mandy Grace Floral & Event Design pairs perfectly with the beauty of the location, and artful imagery by Dmitri and Sandra Photography captures every moment in a way that’s meaningful. Visit the full gallery for every last detail.

From Dmitri and Sandra Photography… With the Pacific Ocean in the background, a garden of flowers surrounded Louise and Taylor as they said their I do’s.

The heartfelt ceremony was followed by a cozy cocktail hour into dinner.

The elevated tropical design with a laid back vibe welcomed guests to relax, sip on tropical cocktails and dine on local favorites. The color pallet of greens, whites, ivories and warm muted sunset hues set the tone for an intimate evening with their closest friends and family.

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A Floral Designer’s Artful Summer Wedding Teeming With Personal Touches

When the floral gene runs deep in your family (we’re talking dating back to the 1800’s deep), creating your dream floral design at your future wedding is part of your DNA. Summer blues, bright citrus hues and earthy mustards served as the perfect color palette for today’s cheerful yet artfully curated Virgina wedding – designed entirely by the bride herself, Avery of ASH TO OAK FLORISTRY. From the intimate church ceremony to the tented reception, see all the pretty captured by Kim Branagan at the full gallery!

Robert & Avery’s wedding start to finish was filled with intentional detail. Avery (bride) comes from a lineage of floral designers dating back to 1884 when her family first opened up a flower shop. Now, as a floral designer herself, you can imagine the floral focus of her wedding. The couple focused on Summer blues, citrus oranges, and earthy mustards and mauves to accomplish a cheerful yet artful wedding experience.

The invites included stamps curated by the couple to reflect their home states, current state, and their professions. (NC, SC, DC Engineering and Floral design). Robert engineered Avery’s engagement ring with a team of designer’s to make sure it reflected their love of tradition and beauty.

The ceremony aesthetic was framed by the couples love of their local church. The church is adorned with a modern twist to historic European architecture. Avery wore her aunt’s veil that was 51 years old. Her aunt’s church exit with petals in 1971 inspired her to recreate this same exit for their wedding as it is also a common appearance English Church weddings.

Groom’s attire was a nod to his southern roots and continuation of summer blues tones. The attire could be dressed up for the formal ceremony and then fit the atmosphere of a garden tent reception. Avery really wanted to work with texture and pattern for bridesmaids dresses and assure they could be used again. The immediate family coordinated outfits and the MOB custom designed her dress to pair well with the other bridesmaids.

Garden tent reception with a sailcloth tent and farm tables each designed uniquely. Avery wanted to give different dimension to the tent by using 3 different floral designs among the tables. Her floral team custom made the ceramic trough vessels to accomplish her vision. The goal was to have a tent brimming with flowers as this was some of her guests first time at a wedding she designed.

Avery was set on incorporating texture to the sailcloth. She handmade the fabric chandelier to add a bit of playfulness to the reception and bamboo lanterns as a nod to her southern roots.

The reception goal was an elevated garden oasis with casual and comfortable elements (watermelon, tacos, cookie table, popsicles).

The dance party was filled with fun bedazzled bride hat, Clemson tiger tails, a popsicle butler, and glow wands.

Swoon Worthy Florals Turn This Summer Wedding At The Groom’s Family Home Into A Fairytale

For a bride that loves whimsy, this elevated backyard wedding is an absolute must-see. From the textural bouquet to the cutest flower girl in floral sunglasses, every inch of this wedding has us falling in love. AaB Creates planned the dreamy day and N.T. Designs filled it with breathtaking blooms. McSween Photography perfectly captured the joy and fun of the day in timeless imagery. You’ll love every moment, including the gelato truck! See it all inside the full gallery.

From McSween Photography… Harry and I arrived in New York a day before Shannon and Phil’s Long Island wedding. Making a pit stop in Oyster Bay at the florist shop we decided we should look since their Planting Fields ArboretumWedding portraits would be there the next day. Seriously, if I lived in Oyster Bay I would be at Planting Fields all the time. It’s so gorgeous, everywhere you turn it’s like a dream. Especially now that it is summer and everything is in bloom. We went by to scout the venue and I am so glad we did because it is quite sprawling. We first went to the Italian garden and oh my heavens it is stunning. There is a hobbit-like house called the Tea House that sits adjacent to a crystal blue fountain surrounded by a plethora of flowers in bloom. We made our way around the estate visiting the Rose Arbors, and greenhouses. The next day for Shannon and Phil’s wedding day we arrived for their first look and start in front of the Tea House. An utterly perfect moment between Phil and Shannon. After a first look, we took a spin through the garden and then over to the Camellia House for family and bridal party photos. The Camellia House has exquisite architecture, perfect for Phil and Shannon’s family photos and bridal party pictures. Shannon and Phil’s Planting Fields Arboretum Wedding portraits will forever be some of my favorites.

When I used to think of backyard weddings, luxury is not something that came to mind. However, wait until you see this one, it is amazing. Shannon and Phil married a few weeks ago on a mild summer day in July. And when I say it was mild, a mere 82 degrees made for the perfect day! Literally, it’s normally so hot, but their day was amazing. Leaving this Long Island New York Wedding a must-see event. A sailcloth tent was set up behind the pool for an amazing wedding reception. And a gorgeous ceremony with an aisle flanked on both ends with gorgeous flower arches. Shannon walked down the aisle in a gorgeous Berta gown to Phil, who was crying tears of joy. They shared the most precious vows and shared rings and a kiss to seal their love. Exiting through guests tossing flower petals and another kiss at the end of the aisle, their forever together started. Their wedding reception started with a cocktail hour around the pool with a mixologist and three custom cocktails to choose from.

From cocktail-hour guests entered the gorgeous sail cloth tent to their seats for a delicious meal. Friends and family toasting the couple’s happiness, first dances, and special songs were all part of the celebration, followed by a fun party of dancing! We adore Phil and Shannon and the love they share. From the very first phone call, we knew these two were going to be an unstoppable force together. We love their day and the love they share. It is such a great honor to be a part of their magical day.

A Romantic Arizona Summer Garden Wedding

In search of your something blue? This incredibly romantic Arizona wedding planned by BTS Event Management uses the color in the most beautiful of ways. From bridesmaid dresses to wedding cakes, the hue brightens the elegant event. Floral designs by The Wildflower AZ are giving us all the feels, and Ashley Rae Photography captures every magical moment as only she can. See the full day unfold in the full gallery.

Kyle and I met in middle school, in English class. We sat next to each other in History class and developed a friendship. We started dating the summer going into our sophomore year of High School. Our wedding day ended up being one day shy of exactly 10 years since our first kiss. Our original wedding date, June 20, 2020, would have been 9 years to the day. We had been together for so long, so we talked about getting engaged a lot. Since our family is so important to us, my only request was that both of our families were there. Kyle proposed on Mother’s Day 2019 at Grayhawk Golf Club at a brunch planned for his mom, that my parents ended up attending as well to surprise me. We spent the evening with my parents and his dad and truly had the most perfect day. The most anticipated and most special moment of our wedding day was seeing each other and exchanging vows during our first look.

Romantic Summer Garden wedding was the theme we were going for. We wanted our wedding to be beautiful, romantic, and elegant, but also relaxed and fun – we wanted our guests to be comfortable and feel at home. We stuck to a lot of whites, blues, and neutrals throughout the wedding. My Uncle Scott, who was the minister at my parent’s wedding 30 years ago, also officiated our wedding. For the ceremony we chose the more intimate ceremony space at El Chorro, to make it seem more like the garden feel we wanted. We chose white wooden chairs paired with the greenery and floral archway and accented with white parasols and handheld fans to help with the Arizona heat.

At the cocktail hour we decorated with a customized blue seating chart, blue accents on the gift and sign-in table, and a white bar to match the white linens. In the reception space, we decorated with a beautiful custom dance floor wrap to match the bar and our invitations. We had different shades of blue on the linens and stationery on the tables, accented with white stone plates and gold flatware. The dance floor was a last-minute decision, and I am so glad we added it because it was so, special.

The florals were one of the pieces of the wedding I was most looking forward to and what many of our decisions were made around. We had flowers and greenery in almost every aspect of the wedding. For the ceremony, we had beautiful greenery and a floral arch as our backdrop, with floral arrangements placed at the beginning of the aisle that was covered in white rose petals. During cocktail hour we had some flower arrangements on the gift table and bar, as well as two larger floral pieces in front of the champagne tower. In the reception space, we had beautiful romantic floral centerpieces, with floral at the sweetheart table, as well as some greenery and floral hanging from chandeliers above the dance floor. My bouquet, along with the bridesmaid’s bouquets matched the rest of the flowers of the wedding and were predominately white and green. We personalized our day with a glam photo booth for our guests, as well as grilled cheese sandwiches and tater tots for a late-night snack. Based on my personality and pageant history, everyone expected me in a big, elaborate, sparkly dress. I opted for classic and simple because I wanted the whole day, including our attire, to truly be timeless. I wore a simple Carolina Herrera gown with buttons all down the back, with a little bit of sparkle added on the most amazing Mira Zwillinger veil. Kyle wore a custom blue suit with a blue floral tie, and a dress shirt adorned with his initials on the sleeves. To accessorize we also kept it very simple, I wore pear-shaped earrings, with Kyle’s late grandmother’s ring that she gifted to me for my college graduation.

Like everyone typically says, my advice is to truly be present in each moment, and soak in the whole day because it goes by in the blink of an eye. Another piece of advice I have is if you are contemplating a larger bridal party – do it. It is logistically a lot of work, and can of course get more expensive, but being able to spend the whole day with our very best friends was such a blessing and made our wedding even more special to us. Our vendors were all incredible, we truly had a dream team. Throughout one postponement and one change in venue, every single vendor was with us from start to finish. When we had to postpone, we picked the day around our vendors because we couldn’t even fathom moving forward if we didn’t have each and every one of them. If it were not for our planners, BTS Event Management, I think we would have thrown in the towel and eloped. They helped us first choose a new day, and then a little while later choose a new venue, all while keeping us calm. We had a very clear vision of what we wanted our wedding to look and feel like but had no idea how to execute it. BTS understood exactly what we were going for and put together the most incredible day, with the most incredible vendors. Without them, none of it would have been possible! Our photo and video team were AMAZING. Ashley, Molly, Luke and everyone else there to help were so pleasant to be around and brought a sense of joy and excitement to our wedding day that we did not know we needed. Not only did we love being around them, but they are seriously so talented and far exceeded any expectations we had. Our wedding day was HOT, but from looking at the photos by Ashley Rae Photography and video from LOVE STORY FILMS you would never be able to tell. Their work individually is incredible, to say the least, but their work goes together so well that we felt like we could not possibly have one without the other. We will cherish their artwork for the rest of our lives! Our florists The Wildflower AZ were incredible as well. They worked so well with our planners to execute our vision, and every arrangement truly was a work of art. I only wish that we could have saved all the flowers to keep forever too!

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A Modern Day Green and White Wedding at The Mason Dallas

These dreamy Fall temps aren’t the only thing getting us in the autumnal spirit! A floral adorned fireplace, an outfit change that’ll have you green with envy, and a cozy indoor reception – today’s wedding day inspo by Britt Jones Co. at The Mason Dallas is the perfect blueprint for a transitional wedding design. A summer color palette mixed with a cozy, warm setting? Yes please! It just doesn’t get better than this, friends! Head on over to the full gallery by Brittany Clark Photography to see for yourself :)

If you are wanting to see a unique twist on the traditional green and white wedding, this English Garden Inspiration captured by Brittany Clark Photography will do just the trick. In the wedding industry, most vendors prefer to steer clear from a green and white wedding palette. However when you start to play with all the tones and shades of green and white, magic can be made! These sliding scales of color variation add so much dimension to a design.

Ranging from lighter green tones to forest green tones and from creams to taupe, there are truly endless combinations that can be pulled from these two simple colors. Green and white is back, but looking so much more chic than ever before. In tandem of using color throughout the design, Britt Jones Co brought in green toile patterns and bust statue heads to capitalize on the feeling of old world romance. The bride and groom, Lya and Nicky, are incredibly well traveled around Europe. In order to intertwine this into their wandering love story, the goal was to transport their guests to the places they hold so near and dear to their hearts.

To fully grasp this vision, the perfect venue had to be selected. The Mason was just that as being one of the most desirable venues in downtown Dallas. It’s gallery like feel with intricate murals and artful styling is the framework that allowed for such a design to be curated. Although, the bride and groom wanted to share a worldly experience with their guests, each person took home a Texas themed welcome bag. What better way to tie their Texas roots than fresh salsa, Saltlick BBQ sauce, and margarita mix?

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Ultra Romantic Wedding Day Filled With Roses In Shades Of Red And Pink

Put your rose-colored glasses on, this ultra-luxe wedding day is filled with the beautiful blooms as far as the eye can see. A Good Affair Wedding & Event Production planned, produced, and designed the day filled with uber-romantic details in shades of pink and red. Floral design by Square Root from a jaw-dropping outdoor ceremony to a ballroom covered in blooms is nothing short of sensational. Each incredible image by Garrett Richardson Photography is more gorgeous than the next, you can see them all inside the full gallery.

Sam and Levi’s wedding was absolutely rosy – no, literally! This ultra glam bride wanted a luxe, feminine vibe for her wedding day, so they filled the day with roses in shades of red and pink everywhere guests turned.

After an outdoor ceremony surrounded by blooms, guests dined at long reception tables with scalloped chairs for a fun and mod twist.

Mirrored tabletops reflected back ombrè rose clusters in bud vases for a glamorous aesthetic that made this day feel oh-so-chic.

Romantic Rooftop DC Wedding with Secret Garden Vibes

Built on almost a lifetime of love (the couple met in 6th grade!), this special day is overflowing with sweet moments and style. Pamela Barefoot Events designed the romantic rooftop wedding and Sophie Felts Floral Design created floral installations that make you feel as if you’ve stumbled upon the chicest of secret gardens. Every magical moment is artfully captured in time by Audra Wrisley Photography, visit the full gallery to fall in love.

From the bride… Mark and I actually met when we were 12 years old in sixth grade math class. We went to middle school and high school together, but ran in different circles and were never close friends. It wasn’t until the summer of 2013, when we were rising college seniors interning in New York City, that we reconnected through a mutual friend. We shared our first date picnicking on wine and cheese on the High Line and have been snacking together ever since! My mom always says that the key to a successful marriage is being able to grow together. There’s a lot of big life changes that happen in your twenties — new careers, financial independence, family deaths — and we’ve been through it all together. I know we can grow old together, because we’ve already grown up together.

For our wedding, we wanted to return to our hometown of Washington, DC, where our families still live. So many of our guests have ties to the area, and we wanted our wedding to feel like a big homecoming for them as well. Our venue’s rooftop provided the most incomparable and iconic views of the monuments, while our wedding planner Pam of Pamela Barefoot Events designed the intimate secret garden of our dreams. The arches over the head tables were especially stunning.

They created an intimate oasis for our bridal party. We were thrilled with how the custom-designed lamp shades looked on our tables and the bar – such a unique touch when you typically just see candles! The same design was used to cover the dance floor, so we had flowers not just in the typical places but on the ground as well! The custom design by Plume Calligraphy was so gorgeous, we’re glad we got to utilize it in several aspects of our wedding design. But mostly, we loved watching all of the people in our lives come together in the city we love so much.

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Luxe Old World Romance Wedding Inspiration With Stunning Florals

This wedding day inspiration is all about the details. From the incredible floral installation draping the front of Carinwood Estate to the hand-painted cake, every aspect of the special day is a feast for the eyes. Heather Benge designed the dreamlike editorial, and Intrigue Designs filled it with endlessly romantic blooms. Imagery captured by Kimie James Of IYQ Photography is nothing short of spectacular, you can see it all inside the full gallery.

This shoot combined the best of old-world romance with a clean and classic garden inspiration.

The front of Carinwood Estate was draped with a gorgeous floral installation on each side of the entrance.

Details of the shoot included a hand-painted cake, a stunning estate table, some gorgeous flat lays, and a charming drink cart.

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Fairytale Cotswolds Wedding at the Manor House in Castle Combe

Today’s gorgeous Cotswolds wedding is nothing short of a fairytale. The idyllic English village of Castle Combe is frequently used as a film location, and after seeing the full gallery from Anneli Marinovich Photography – it’s easy to see why! Josh Tully Management alongside Flowers By Passion brought the bride and groom’s timeless wedding day to life with each thoughtful detail and delicate petal. To say we’re obsessed would be a major understatement, read on for more…

From Anneli Marinovich Photography… Alice & Kelston’s fairytale English wedding was set in Castle Combe – named one of the prettiest villages in England. Often used as a film location, the village is known for it’s picturesque church and chocolate box honey coloured Cotswold stone houses. The Manor House, their wedding reception venue, was walking distance from the village church, making it the perfect setting for their black-tie wedding celebration.

Alice chose two gowns for her special day – a floaty Sassi Holford gown for the daytime and a figure-hugging Pronovias party gown for the evening party. Her pearl-adorned Jimmy Choo heels and delicate Star crown added a contemporary feel to her bridal style.

The colour scheme for the day was all white with gold accents. Their timeless & classic wedding aesthetic incorporated an abundance of white flowers in the church and the reception, stunning gold foil wedding stationery, a showstopper wedding cake dripping in gold foil and the most breath-taking backdrop for photos.

As the sun set over Castle Combe, I took Alice & Kel for golden hour couple portraits in the wildflower garden overlooking The Manor House. Shortly after, Alice changed into her Pronovias party dress and they enjoyed their signature cocktails with their guests while dancing the night away beneath a giant disco ball.

If you are looking for elegant English wedding inspiration, Alice & Kelston’s wedding in Chippenham is for you.

Colorful Tuscan Spring Wedding Weekend At Villa Montanare

This Tuscan wedding will make all your Italian wedding weekend dreams come to life. The colorful day was planned and designed by Weddings by Silke and filled with the most beautiful of blooms from Flowers Living. From the scenic ceremony to the open-air reception, there are stylish details and a whole lot of love at every turn. Each image artfully captured by Anna Gianfrate Photography is more beautiful than the last, see them all inside the full gallery.

From Weddings by Silke… Saying “I do’s” in a beautiful est. 1640 rural Tuscan Villa in the old world – surrounded by olive gardens and breathtaking backdrops – sounds like a dream! And thanks to wedding planner, designer & stylist Weddings by Silke and a harmonious experienced team of talented wedding vendors, Alana & Stefan`s dream of a romantic Tuscan wedding weekend was brought to life in ways that have exceeded their and their guests’ expectations. With it’s stunning panoramic views over the pretty valley, the enchanting stand alone Villa Montanare in Cortona was the perfect setting for their romantic wedding weekend. The lovely couple from California invited their 60 wonderful guests to a funny laid back pizza party at the pergola terrace of the intimate Villa. To say warmly “Benvenuti in Tuscany” the couple decided to a beautiful typical Italian design – with a rustic set up with mixed herbs, tomatoes, spaghetti, and a lot of the most delicious pizza – of course out of the huge stone oven of the Villa Montanare. The gorgeous Italian folk trio around Salvo Falcone moved around the guests and made this night under the Tuscan sky just smooth and perfect. As a little surprise Stefan the groom lured his bride Alana into the romantic Cantina for a small intimate private concert.

On their dreamy wedding day, Stefan went with his best men’s to Cortona for a relaxed lunch, while Alana was relaxing by the pool with her bridal party with delicious pastries, fruits, and a surprise massage for the bride – offered from the venue. Alana felt treated like a goddess, surrounded just by love. After a calm getting ready the couple had an emotional romantic first look at the top of the gardens with a magnificent background. While their guests arrived slowly by shuttle and enjoyed the “Terrazza Bellavista” welcome drinks, the couple and their bridal and grooms party enjoyed a charming hidden pre-ceremony party at the beautiful pool bar. The scenic intimate ceremony was set in the backyard olive garden of the Villa with a dreamy view into the surrounding hills.

For a cozy atmosphere, the setup was like in an Amphitheatre and was followed by a wonderful Apertivo with drinks and a lot of delicious Tuscan appetizers at the picturesque Pergola Terrazza. The dreamy wedding reception and party took place at the lower olive garden of the Villa Montanare – the Giardino Paradiso. Together with the couple, the planner and designer Silke worked on the perfect design & styling concept which fits the personality of the couple and the venue and which turned out so dreamy and perfect. The colorful floral arrangements and the mismatch of lemons, grapefruits, and oranges were a beautiful addition to the blue tablecloth, elegant wooden chairs, and the neutral tableware and charming Limoncello guest gifts used as placeholders for their guests. Not to mention it was set all under the olive trees – filled with fairy lights – absolutely divine!

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A Colorful Summer Wedding at HF Bar Ranch in Wyoming

Bright pops of color, a ceremony by the stables, scenic mountainside portraits and the sweetest meaning behind their chosen locale – these are just a few details you can expect to fall for at this intimate Wyoming wedding designed by Mac’s Florals. If you’re a horse girl like me, the full gallery by Orange Photographie will quickly convince you to place HF Bar Ranch at the very top of your list of dream wedding venues! Trust us folks, this is one of the good ones.

From the Bride… As a couple who planned our own wedding, we thought we’d share our wedding story with you. Peter and I wedded on June 18, 2022 at the HF Bar Ranch in Saddlestring, Wyoming. I worked as a Horse Wrangler there in college and it was the perfect setting for us to celebrate our nuptials. Peter and I are both from the San Francisco Bay Area and have known each other since high school. We reconnected after college and spent the last 5 years fly fishing, riding horses, and enjoying the great outdoors together. When we struggled to find a venue closer to home, we knew the HF Bar was the place for us. We wanted our wedding to be more than just one day, and a destination wedding allowed us to do this.

Peter and I are both Program Managers at tech startups in Silicon Valley. Our professional experiences came in handy while planning our wedding. During the 1.5 years between our engagement and our big day, we created and managed spreadsheets, timelines, Google Docs, and more, to get us and everyone else organized. I sourced all of our vendors from either Instagram, Google Search, or wedding websites and all were local to either Wyoming or Montana. Once 2022 started, we were on a planning roll!

Unfortunately, in February 2022 (4 months before our wedding), we lost my uncle unexpectedly due to complications with his cancer. My uncle and I were very close. He was my favorite family member. We’ve vacationed together in Wyoming several times and shared many laughs trying to land fish that were way smarter than us. My dad’s other brother and mother had also both passed right after we got engaged in 2020, so this loss hit the family hard.

With this news, Peter & I started to think about moving the wedding back home. In one week, I booked 4 venue tours, interviewed 10 wedding planners, and reached out to a dozen more vendors to see if we could move our wedding home to Napa County all while trying to keep our same or similar wedding date. Every person we talked to ensured us that we had time; that they could help us make it work.

But, in the end, we decided to keep our wedding in Wyoming. I know my uncle wouldn’t have wanted us to change our wedding plans. He knew how much we loved the HF Bar Ranch and he was equally as excited to go on another dude ranch vacation with us.

Our wedding weekend was incredible. We kicked the weekend off on Thursday with the weekly barn dance. I took my bridesmaids on one of my favorite trail rides and the actual big day was everything we hoped it would be. Our vendors executed everything perfectly. Yes, there were some things that didn’t pan out exactly how we wanted, but at that point Peter and I just relished in the moments. Our photos do our wedding justice and we hope to share our story with other couples who are planning their weddings, experiencing unexpected road bumps, or who simply enjoy a good love story.

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Classic Summer Wedding in Rancho Santa Fe

A classic wedding will always be in style, and this Rancho Santa Fe wedding is no exception. Designed by the ever-talented Events by Talissa the fresh green and white color palette and timeless aesthetic has stolen our hearts. Floral design by Carla Kayes Floral Design is endlessly romantic, and the artful imagery by McKenzie Smith for Tanya Menoni is sure to make you swoon. See every magical moment inside the full gallery.

From McKenzie Smith for Tanya Menoni… Madison and Jonah tied the knot on a cool summer day in Rancho Santa Fe. Their traditional church ceremony was held at the Church of the Nativity and was followed by an outdoor reception at the Inn at Rancho Santa Fe.

Events by Talissa created a classic reception design with a white and cream color scheme. Likewise, Madison chose cream-colored bridesmaids’ dresses for her bridal party.

The couple shared many joyous moments with their bridal party and families, especially their first dance which brought the crowd to its feet!

Provençal Elegance at Chateau de Tourreau

If you’re looking for destination wedding inspiration that blends Provençal charm with timeless elegance – look no further. Today’s Chateau de Tourreau affair planned by Wanderlust Wedding will have you falling in love with the South of France all over again. Sisters and B created classic all-white arrangements that paired perfectly with the venue’s grandeur. See all the pretty captured by Jeremy Ferrero at the full gallery!

How we met

University, King’s College London. We were staying in the same block of flats in Stepney Green. When my flatmate and I worked out there was a group of guys from our campus living a couple of floors above us, we invited them over for drinks and that was the first time we met. Charles had a girlfriend at the time, but we quickly became best friends and fast forward 5 years of dancing around each other, and at long last admitting we were both in love with each other, we finally went on our first date. Fast forward another 5 years and we moved in together, bought our first property together, moved to Dubai to pursue our careers together, and are now husband and wife.

The Proposal

Charles surprised me on ‘date night’. We regularly plan our date nights but this time, Charles wanted to plan everything without me knowing. He just told me to dress up as I usually would and he would sort everything else. We arrived at The One And Only hotel and walked out on the beach where a romantic private set up of roses and candles had been arranged. He ordered 2 glasses of champagne, got down on one knee and there was a box and a ring. I was so surprised, I forgot to say ‘yes’ with all the crying!

Wedding Planning Process

I always had a vision of what I wanted for my wedding day, but thanks to Wanderlust Wedding it truly became a reality. And where to begin with planning a wedding! We always wanted a destination wedding, one that was elegant and intimate and of course, over a few days to make a full weekend of the celebrations! We met Lisa, Franck and team via Chateau de Tourreau, the venue in Provence that we decided would be the perfect place to celebrate our marriage.

From that point on, they led the way, interpreting all our wishes and desires to ensure our dream weekend came true, and we cannot thank them enough. From the welcome dinner, to D day to the pool party the day after, everything was executed perfectly. Everyone says that planning a wedding is one of the most stressful things, but in terms of planning, Wanderlust Wedding took the lead – which was definitely something we needed given the uncertainty of COVID and the difficulty in traveling to France to finalize details. The whole experience was magical, and I wish we could do it all again.

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Dreamy Fine Art Wedding Outside of Paris

This beautiful renaissance-inspired wedding combines everything we love about Paris. A beautiful mix of fashion, fine art, and fun Jennifer Fox Weddings designed a day worth dreaming about. Pink and yellow pastel florals by BayaFlor & Design beautifully brought the couple’s love story to life, and imagery by Molly Carr Photography forever captured the magical moments in time. Take a closer look at the full gallery for all the pretty little details.

From Jennifer Fox Weddings… Paris has always been a pioneer in fashion and elegance, and when Laurel and Chris decided to celebrate their love at Chateau De Champlatreux, they made no exception to the rule. Fashion is for sure a time traveler. This is why the bride and groom wanted a Renaissance style with a 30s twist. The perfect equipoise between refinement and gaiety. While wandering around Paris under the artistic direction of the renowned photographer Molly Carr Photography, our beautiful bride and groom first lived their Midnight in Paris dream with her Modern Bride Paris makeup and a Vera Wang gown. Then, the couple headed to a castle way of life at Le Chateau De Champlatreux. Before the ceremony, Laurel indulged herself in a Renaissance boudoir session. Full of grace, she was a queen in her castle. Taking this delicate time to create souvenirs to cherish. Before she even knew it, with the help of her sister, it was time to step into her vintage Carolina Herrera gown. A final touch-up by Kassaundra Stephens, and she was ready to walk down the aisle.

That day, History was made. Yet, History is everywhere you look in the Château. Each room is decorated differently, and I knew I had to incorporate those living pieces of art in the wedding design. The guests had to be transported into another realm. As a very intimate wedding of 40 guests, the ceremony was a moving ode to love. Love in its purest and most sincere element. An atmosphere BayaFlor & Design perfectly transposed into flowers. With pink and yellow pastel hues, the keyword was delicacy. As if the flowers were captivating every soul around in a soothing aura. Cocktails started in the black and white checkered Hall with a champagne tower under the gypsy tones of Jazz Around Midnight. Let the fun begin!

As the guests were finding their table numbers with the exquisite, fine work of Shasta Bell Calligraphy, the couple escaped for an intimate couple session in the Château’s garden at the back of the property. With wildflowers roaming freely (one of the reasons why the couple picked this particular venue) the ambiance was straight out of a Jane Austen book. Chandeliers, pastel blue shades echoing the ceremony, it was time to join their guests for dinner in The Grand Salon. The setting was the ultimate chic thanks to the collaboration of Madame de la Maison and Maison options. The delectable menu has been crafted by the talented Grand Chemin from the savory flavors to the historical croque-en-bouche. Anthony V Paris launched the party with a very special father and bride dance as the slow dance turned to uptown funk. The rest is memory; always preserved by the wonderful videography from Morning Light Film Co.

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Bright and Bold Star Wars Themed Maui Wedding

In a galaxy far, far away… (Maui that is 😉) a beautiful bride married her dream guy! Today’s gorgeous couple met while living on the island and decided it was the perfect place to tie the knot. In sorbet colored hues, tropical blooms by Bella Bloom Floral and subtle nods to the groom’s favorite films – the full gallery by Dmitri & Sandra Photography is jam packed with pin-worthy moments.

From Dmitri & Sandra Photography… Brittney and Matthew met while living on Maui, so what better place to tie the knot! After relocating to Florida and an engagement in 2019 they finally had the wedding of their dreams back on the island that means so much to them.

Brittney’s vision of an outdoor affair where her guests felt like royalty was beautifully produced by Opihi Love Weddings. With a fun color palette of soft sherbet hues, shades of pinks and accenting with touches of black, blue and green, the abundance of flowers delighted guests at every turn. Their lush floral aisle led to a semi circle altar, leaving the ocean and palm trees in the background. The inviting design consisting of textural and natural elements created a botanic, garden-like setting for the couple and their guests.

Incorporating Star Wars (Yes Star Wars!) was a surprise to Matthew from Brittney as he is a huge fan. Keeping with their modern, romantic design, little nods to the movies can be seen throughout their reception. From their signage to light sabers and in the end, star trooper costumes, it all blended in tastefully. We enjoyed capturing the joy, love, and beauty of their wedding day.

From our Bride… My ideal wedding is for our guests to arrive and feel like royalty. I want them to eat and drink like kings, and feel like the VIP guests that they are. I also want to them to have fun, and feel like they can see our personalities both shine through in the small details.

From Opihi Love Wedding & Event Design… When Brittney and I starting working on the overall design for her wedding I remember writing down the words, fun, colorful and PARTY. We worked together on adding in little details such as napkins with a different fun print and anemone flowers to tie in the darker color centers with the overall place setting glassware and flatware. Velvet Fox Designs helped to tie in the overall color palette as well with their gorgeous stationary and light wood cane textures which tied in the overall furniture we used throughout the event. The Star Wars theme (a surprise to Matthew) was so fun to incorporate as well through little touches. We went back and forth on gold or clear acrylic chairs but ultimately decided on clear acrylic chairs which I felt was a little more fitting for the theme.

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Seaside Cape Cod Wedding With All The Coastal Chic Details

Elements of rattan, layered patterns, and interesting textures lead the design aesthetic for this chic Cape Cod wedding. Relaxed elegance filled the day that was artfully planned by Always Yours Events, and filled with endlessly romantic blooms by Beach Plum Floral. The imagery by Hunter Ryan Photo will make you feel as if you’re at the party of the year on the seaside, visit the full gallery for a trip to Nantucket.

From Keri of Always Yours Events… Lauren and Ian’s wedding featured a design inspired by the chic coastal homes of their favorite island of Nantucket. Elegant yet approachable was the aesthetic set to the backdrop of the well-loved Chatham Bars Inn nestled in the heart of Chatham on Cape Cod. This couple had planned to host their wedding in the Summer of 2020, but when the world had other plans, they happily pivoted to a time in which they could celebrate with all of their family and friends. While their beautiful next chapter and life carried on, they still excitedly looked forward to their Wedding Day to come this past July 2022. When approaching their design, Always Yours Events explored a vision with Lauren and Ian that included elements found at home — from rattan chandeliers, layered patterns and textures through textiles, climbing cottage roses, woven baskets filled with coastal grasses and pops of modern style through the use of acrylic. We worked closely with the talented team at Beach Plum Floral to create focal points through florals throughout all of the spaces, making the venue feel truly unique to the couple. To frame the couple, we chose to cover the white pergola set along the beach with climbing roses as found along the lattice and cottages of Nantucket to create an awe-inspiring scene against the seaside backdrop. For the reception, our focal point included a thirty-foot head table with an installation of rattan chandeliers and greenery overhead to create a statement centerpiece, with undulating arrangements of florals mixed with cane accents and taper candles.

Some of our favorite custom details included cuisine inspired by Lauren and Ian’s favorite coastal travels (such as the lemon-scented ricotta canapes with black sea salt inspired by an Amalfi Coast adventure), the mix of woven chargers with white and gold modern flatware from Peak Event Services, the textured and blind impressed menu cards with grommeted place cards by Fete Collection and the tiered wedding cake with coastal home inspired accent layers to bring the design full circle. Since the time that Lauren and Ian had planned to host their wedding, they had a beautiful baby boy named Grady, who attended the wedding. It was an emotional first look for Ian as he held Grady, so he and his son could see Lauren for the first time on this momentous day, captured by the incredible photography team at Hunter Ryan Photo and cinema team at LMV Productions. For the Ceremony, Lauren wore a stunning Ines Di Santo gown with a chic silk bow. In front of all of their closest loved ones, the couple renewed their vows on the second anniversary of their official original wedding day, and it was truly a spectacular, emotive moment for all. The couple danced the night away along the ocean to the sounds of Steve Memmelo and the Classic Yellow Band. Lauren traded her gown for a white party dress and sneakers for late-night dancing. Guests enjoyed desserts and late-night bites before bringing the celebration to a close and heading to an after-party in Chatham center and their favorite local haunt, the Squire. Lauren and Ian’s remarkable wedding could not have been more magical — it was a celebration that exuded their love, told their story, and celebrated the next chapter of their lives together as not only husband and wife, but also as parents. So much love to the Murphys for being a dream couple, and to their vendor team who worked passionately to bring this wedding vision to life for the most deserving couple and family.

From Hunter Ryan Photo… Lauren and Ian began planning their perfect day in 2019 alongside Keri of Always Yours Events. Their wedding was originally scheduled for July 10, 2020 and it quickly became apparent during lockdown that they’d need to reschedule. Which they did – to September of 2020. And by July of 2020 it was once again evident that their September date would need to be moved yet again. But as the saying goes “third times a charm” and they landed on July 10, 2022 (2 years from their original date). Not wanting to delay their love and life – they opted to wed in an intimate backyard ceremony in the summer of 2020, and in 2021 found out they were expecting a baby boy in 2022! Their wedding day in July of 2022 ended up being an even bigger celebration than they had anticipated. It was the beautiful culmination of celebrating their “renewal” of vows, the life they were building together, and everything was made even more special by having their sweet son Grady there with them. He joined mom and dad for their “first look.” Which Lauren patiently waited THREE years to wear her dream dress – and she got to finally show off to the TWO loves of her life! The wedding day was absolutely perfect. 75 degrees and sunny with the most beautiful design. From the stationery to the florals to the rentals, Keri (of Always Yours Events) married all the soft textures of interior design with Nantucket cottage roses and coastal wedding aesthetics. The goal was “coastal living/dining room” feel where guests felt comfortable and welcome, and the design felt seamless with the surroundings of Cape Cod and the Chatham Bars Inn. (fun fact: this linen is BRAND NEW – first wedding it’s ever been used at) After 3 years in the making, there is not a more deserving couple of the most beautiful day! And – those 2 parents LIVED IT UP at their reception – after waiting that long – IT. WAS. A. PARTY!

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A Beautiful Blend of Cultures in the Mountains of Utah!

Surrounded by breathtaking backdrops, this couple brought their families together in a Colombian and Jewish wedding in the mountains of Utah at Blue Sky Ranch. With unforgettable views and a stunning chuppah adorned with florals by Brya Designs, the bride and groom became official! Whitney Hunt Photography captured the magic planned by Marae Event Management as they danced the night away with their nearest and dearest!

From the Planner…Eveyln and David often visited the little mountain town of Park City, Utah for family trips. When they started looking at destinations to host their dream celebration, this beautiful location easily climbed to the top of their list. They were drawn to the breathtaking landscapes and wanted to create an experience where their guests not only enjoyed the festivities but their surroundings too.

The wedding was hosted at Blue Sky Ranch and afforded the most stunning backdrop for their celebration. The bride spent the day getting ready with her daughter, mother, and dearest friend at The Lodge at Blue Sky. Once we were ready for the ceremony, the bride was ushered over to the Arena and tucked away so she wouldn’t be seen by her groom, David.

The ceremony took place on the Arena lawn, with sweeping views of the adjacent mountains. Floral pieces capped the ends of the aisles and an aspen chuppah was adorned with soft cream, blush, and tangerine hues. The cocktail hour was hosted on the Arena Terrace. Lounge groupings from Restoration Hardware were placed in a central location, so guests could participate in all aspects of the celebration, but still converse and enjoy the space. Sutherland Linens from BBJ La Tavola provided the perfect texture and tone for the cocktail hour tables, each topped with a collection of small blooms and candles.

Everyone moved into the Arena for a fabulous dinner. The mother of the bride wanted the tablescapes to feel warm and inviting. BBJ La Tavola Tuscany linens were paired with gold accents, terracotta votives, and floating candles. Three large hoop chandeliers with greenery lined the center of the barn.

The musical aspect was such an important piece to the bride and groom. Evelyn spent hours working with her DJ, curating selected options which we broke down into segments for the evening. During one of the first segments, we brought out plush stick ponies and handkerchiefs to play up the ranch aspect. A surprise interlude, later in the evening, included Evelyn and David‘s favorite salsa singer from Miami.

Evelyn and David’s wedding celebration was a beautiful melding of religious and cultural experiences for their guests to enjoy!

Planning with Evelyn was such a fun experience too. Evelyn is an amazing businesswoman; she is the owner of her own company called Hatch and Bloom. She is a Child Development Expert and Therapist, helping parents navigate interactions, experiences, and vital discussions. She’s very focused on the relationships between parents and their children and creating a healthy environment full of love.

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A Sustainable Summer Citrus Backyard Wedding

This sunny citrus-themed Texas wedding tugs on our heartstrings. It’s filled with sustainable choices for a low impact on Mother Earth (and an adorable pup to boot!) Grit + Gold brought the couple’s wildest wedding dreams to life, and bright and cheery floral installations by Moss Floral Design filled the day with a touch of romantic fun. The love and joy of the day radiate in beautiful imagery by Ellen Ashton Photography. Visit the full gallery for endless inspiration.

From Grit + Gold… When Victoria and Patrick met their freshman year at the University of Colorado, they would start as friends, then neighbored in the dorm halls (he was 3 doors down), then began dating and five years later he would propose. Although they had rooted in Boulder and had a great love for Colorado, Victoria knew she would be coming home to Texas for her wedding day. Her family home in Lucas was that place, her happy place. Two things that were a must for the day were zero waste (she is in Environmental Policy) and lots of color. It was important to the couple that we make a small impact on Mother Earth, so sustainable choices were made throughout the planning from recycled seed invites to being paper/plastic free, and even ending the night with a flower petal cannon shoot as a natural sub for confetti. As for design, the couple married their love for traveling with their love of the South. Nothing could have been more stunning than a sailcloth Sperry tent surrounded by the beautiful landscape and towering trees of their ranch. Victoria wanted to ensure that her guests felt right at home and for the day to be pressure free so the processional was removed, no uniform dresses and suits to be purchased, no wedding party requirements.

Instead, she opted for a simple intimate, 30-person ceremony below a huge shade tree that she played under as a child. Moreover, all of those childhood memories included her sister Meredith so it only seemed fitting that Meredith would stand in and officiate their union. It was about family, about those cherished times, and to set an environment for laughter and love. Victoria started the day getting ready in the same room she grew up in… she shared stories about running barefoot through the creek behind the property and the family legacy of her great grandmother, Mary Kay Ash. Comments from the planner, Lottie Fowler of Grit + Gold… We always ask our clients for sentimental heirloom pieces that we might incorporate into the flat lays for the wedding day. Gena, the sweetest MOB you could find, gave us a little diamond bumblebee pin… it belonged to Victoria’s great-grandmother. Gena proceeded to tell me the story of the significance of the bumblebee… She said, “The bumblebee defies all odds, aerodynamically it shouldn’t be able to fly. Its body is too big for its wings but you see… the bumblebee doesn’t know that when it takes flight.” That is the story behind their family legacy with the bumblebee being the icon that Mary Kay chose. Later when capturing photos of Victoria’s bridals we realized that tiny little bees were hiding in her bouquet blooms.

Our color palette was citrus/wildflower inspired with hues of yellow, tangerine, pinks, and greens. We incorporated fruits whether fresh or dried, herbs, and lots of texture as seen in the acacia wood chargers, bamboo chandeliers, and rattan lounge furniture. The design intention was to lend toward relaxation and nature with clay potted plants, a cocktail bar set in the herb garden that mom, Gena tends and toils in, and an Italian rustic-inspired dinner and libations. Just because the wedding party requirements were tossed out did not mean the bride and groom’s most important people were not by their side. Victoria’s bridal party selected playful/cheery colors and mixed patterns for their dresses, with even the moms joining in the fun. While Patrick’s best guys wore a mix of suits from navy to grey. Once the ceremony concluded, another 70 guests arrived by shuttle. Immediately they were greeted by cocktails and music around the pool then led to dinner as the Texas sun set. The guests danced and mingled the night away under a soft glowing tent. Words cannot describe the incredible beauty of the day. Fun Fact: The couple blended both their last names to create a new one. No longer Tadewald or Sherman, now united and bonded as the Tash’s.

Pastels in Positano For This Special Seaside Elopement!

For this romantic elopement, the bride hand-picked her amazing wedding vendors to create the wedding day of her dreams at Villa Magia in Positano. With her romantic style, the day came together with a mix of pastel blooms by Amalfi Loves Weddings, gorgeous bow details on her stunning wedding gown, and the most beautiful seaside backdrop. Amalfi Soirée planned this intimate day from start to finish, including an unforgettable sunset boat ride to the island of Li Galli, all captured by photographer, Sergio Sorrentino.

From Sergio Sorrentino…Just a brushstroke of love every day can make life more exciting! That’s the secret of Erick and Maricris, an adorable couple who decided to add a splash of color to their long-awaited getaway to Italy. In fact, Maricris worked with a selection of amazing vendors to create the wedding day of her dreams, including fine art photographer Sergio Sorrentino and videographer Diego Perrini, with planning and styling by Amalfi Soirée.

The team loved this bride’s romantic style, with her Rosa Clará Soft lace gown with a mermaid train and fluffy bows on the shoulders framing the plunging neckline in the back. A low chignon embellished with crystals, made by Ida Mascolo, completed the look.

The pastel color palette – Blush, Champagne, Peach, and Baby Blue -, was wonderfully suited to the irresistible atmospheres of Villa Magia, in the heart of Positano, and was expertly translated by Amalfi Loves Weddings into summery, airy, and dreamy floral arrangements of garden roses, delphinium, tweedia, hellebore, and lisianthus. A stationery suite was created by Amalfi Soirée and embellished with brushstrokes of color and gold foil, celebrating the groom’s artistic streak.

“Everything was absolutely perfect,” commented the bride, “but my favorite thing was our symbolic ceremony on the sea-view terrace. The sound of the violin and string piano made this moment so intimate and touching. Carmela from Italy Wedding Celebrant, our officiant, chose perfect words.”

After the ceremony, the couple took off for an unforgettable sunset boat tour that took them off the island of Li Galli. After an aperitif on the boat and a few photos on the beach, the evening ended with a candlelight dinner on the terrace of their private suite in Villa Magia, with a menu of traditional Italian dishes and the ever-present wedding cake.