The location is the most important part of any elopement – finding the spot that reflects your personality and sense of adventure.
From the grooms’ matching jewel-toned boutonnieres by Wild Escape Florals to the stark color contrast between the their looks, this shoot offers us a lesson in elevated western casual.
Photographer: Erika, Simply Shelby | @simplyshelbybyerika
Cake: Sweet Temptations by Rashi | @sweet_temptations_by_rashi
Florist: Wild Escape Florals | @wild_escape_florals
Decor: Tacy Ashby, Urban Blush Events | @urban_blush_events
Rugs: The Boheme Project | @thebohemeproject
Host: Utah Creatives | @utahcreatives
Models: Jordan | @jordanlundquist, Rowdy | @_just_standard
But make it modern.
Photographer: Whitney Mecham | @whitneyalyson.jpg
Model: Aurora McCausland | @auroramccausland
Dress: Karen Willis Holmes | @kwhbridal
Lush greenery is the perfect backdrop for punchy early-fall tones.
Photographer: Rachel Reyes Photography | @rachelreyesphoto
Florist: Starlie Squires, Blooms and Branches | @bloomsandbranches
Dress: Hannah’s Closet | @hannahsclosetdresses
Dress Designer: JOVANI | @jovanifashions
Model: Didi | @silenoidd
There is something undeniably beautiful about the arid charm of Zion’s vibrant land. The only thing we can think of that could make it more beautiful is a picture-perfect wedding surrounded by family and friends.
Keep scrolling to see Carlee & Jeremy’s fun-filled and picture-perfect Zion wedding.
For her gown, Carlee opted for a classic silhouette with intricate floral detailing by Love and Lace Bridal Salon.
The red rocks provide a starkly perfect contrast against the crisp white of the Carlee’s gown and the Jeremy’s black suit by Friar Tux.
The pair said “I do” in the middle of nowhere surrounded by family and friends against sunset-colored mountains and an endless desert sky.
Warm, rust-colored shades and hues bring the Zion sunset to life in this intimate reception setup. And, guests dined al fresco which allowed for stargazing when day turned to night.
The desert-themed decor all came together with the florals by Blooms by Brooklyn. The protea offers organic romance while the pampas grass and desert cattails provide a rugged twist.
Photographer: Nicole Kirshner Photography | @nicolekirshnerphotography
Wedding Dress: Love and Lace Bridal Salon | @loveandlacebridalsalon
Bridesmaids’ Dresses: Show Me Your Mumu | @showmeyourmumu, @mumuweddings
Groom’s Tux: Friar Tux | @friartux
Wedding Venue: Zion Red Rock | @zionredrock
DJ: Electric Audio 4 U | @electricaudio4u
Florist: Blooms by Brooklyn | @bloomsbybrooklyn, M. Floral Co. | @m.floral
Cake: Cupcakes by Julie | @cupcakejulie
Shoes: Dr. Martens | @drmartensofficial
Hair: Courtney Nicole | @courtney_hairdesign
Makeup: Eluvia Malyurek, Beauty by Luvi | @beautybyluvi
Fall is full of gorgeous colors—yellows, reds and oranges. The perfect fall-inspired flower crown is inspired by autumn and jewel-colored florals. Think: windswept hair, a bold lip and falling orange leaves.
Photographer: Sydnee Rayl Johnson | @sydneeraylphotography
Planners: @saguarorootseventco + @sydneeraylphotography
Model: Paityn Chynoweth | @paityn_chynoweth
Florist: Kelsey Thomas | @simply.larue.floral
HMUA: Melissa B. Beauty | @beautybymelissab_
Dress: Krista, J.Avery Dresses | @j.averydresses
The warm, organic lines and colors in the red rocks offer the perfect contrast for the intricate lace detailing on the Raw + Golden gown. Then–because boho wedding inspiration is about more than just the perfect dress–Wild Escape Florals offers a pop of color in the form of jewel-toned florals.
The looks are topped off with contrasting notes. For the bride, a messy slicked back bun is paired with a crystal headband. And for the groom, a black ribbon fashioned as a modern, chic bolo tie provides a stark departure from the crisp, white shirt.
Pro-tip on colorways: Note the light blue and gold colors on the groom’s watch brought out by the matching tones in the landscape.
Photographer: Tiffany Cito Photography | @tiffanycitophotography
Cake: Sweet Temptations by Rashi | @sweet_temptations_by_rashi
Florist: Wild Escape Florals | @wild_escape_florals
Gowns: Raw + Golden Rentals | @rawgoldenrentals
Decor: Tacy Ashby, Urban Blush Events | @urban_blush_events
Rugs: The Boheme Project | @thebohemeproject
Host: Utah Creatives | @utahcreatives
Models: Stacey | @stace.jpg, Cuauhtémoc | @aye.cuau
More and more couples are saying “I do” to getting married in the wilderness in lieu of traditional venues. The key to nailing a forest setting as the backdrop to your bridals or nuptials is enhancing the natural beauty of your surroundings–as captured here by Kayla Swayze–while adding pops of color or texture that provide contrast.
Kendall, of The Foxy Flora, provided a surprising pop of color in the form of a bright coral bouquet against the neutral, organic tones in the OffWhite Bride gown.
Keep scrolling for more enchanted forest inspiration…
Photographer: Kayla Swayze | @swayzek.photo
Host: Sydnee Rayl Johnson | @sydneeraylphotography, Brooke Johnson | @saguaroroots.eventco
Model: Amber | @ambernicotra
Hair: Adison Nicol | @lifeinbobbypins
Dress: OffWhite Bride | @offwhitebride
Florals: Kendall, The Foxy Flora | @thefoxyflora
The warm, organic lines and colors in the landscape offer the perfect contrast for the intricate lace detailing on the Raw + Golden gowns. Then–because western wedding inspiration is about more than just the perfect cowboy hat–Wild Escape Florals offers a pop of color in the form of jewel-toned florals.
Photographer: Tiffany Cito Photography | @tiffanycitophotography
Cake: Sweet Temptations by Rashi | @sweet_temptations_by_rashi
Florist: Wild Escape Florals | @wild_escape_florals
Gowns: Raw + Golden Rentals | @rawgoldenrentals
Decor: Tacy Ashby, Urban Blush Events | @urban_blush_events
Rugs: The Boheme Project | @thebohemeproject
Host: Utah Creatives | @utahcreatives
Models: Camilla | @camilla_israelsen, Vayanna | @vayannakruse
While many of us think of white when it comes to wedding dresses, red has been the color of choice for centuries. Red tones from scarlet to vermilion can pack a punch on your wedding day and are known across the world for bringing good luck and happiness–two things we are all looking for on our big day.
This shoot by Olive Avenue Photography offers tips on creating monochromatic magic on your wedding day.
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