Project Wedding Blog

If I had to describe Danielle and Cody’s day in two words… darling and dreamy are the two that come to mind. These college sweethearts planned a wedding centered around summer and their deep appreciation for family and friends.  Danielle is from Iowa, Cody from California, so their families are spread far and wide.  They knew it was a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to get all of their loved ones in the same place at the same time, so the week of the wedding was like a family reunion!  Everyone came together to help out with last minute details and the result was so lovely.  Get ready to swoon over the handmade details, gorgeous setting, and unforgettable vintage style, all photographed by Oz Visuals. 

Danielle is a country girl at heart, so Honey and Poppies used a variety of wildflowers and pastoral blooms in the floral design.   The bridesmaids wore fun, vintage style frocks by etsy designer Miss Brache.  A palette of teal, coral, yellow, green and white gave the romantic celebration a splash of sweet summertime whimsy.

The ceremony took place under a rustic floral archway on the awe-inspiring Saddlerock Ranch property.  Guests found shade under pastel parasols, as they reveled in the couple’s heartfelt vows.  Cody’s sweet expression of commitment moved Danielle and half the crowd to tears.

After a perfect ceremony, guests enjoyed a casual cocktail hour with blankets on the lawn, baskets of food, and bocce ball.  The reception was an absolute dream, with lights hanging from trees overhead, an elaborate spread of charming, eclectic décor and family style tables that encouraged conversation and connecting.  Danielle and Cody poured themselves into love-filled DIYs and you can tell that every last detail was thoughtfully planned and executed.  What a charmer!

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Photographs by Oz Visuals

Coordination by Krystal Nietzke, Memories Everlasting

Florals by Honey and Poppies

Bridal Gown by Enzoani; Bridesmaid Dresses by Miss Brache

Venue:  The Saddlerock Ranch

Brides Shoes by Bamboo via Modcloth.com

Catering by Contemporary Catering

Reception Entertainment by No Vacancy

Cake by Cake Monkey Bakery

Tags: country, green, romantic, Saddlerock Ranch, summer, vintage, wildflowers.

After Ruche came out with their debut bridal collection,  stylish brides on a budget rejoiced (and so did we)!  This week, the follow-up collection, Lace and Lavender, was released and it is just so lovely… Here’s a peek!  

Captured against a lush, romantic lavender field, these vintage-inspired beauties are just about as pretty as pretty gets.  See the full lookbook here.

Have a sweet summer weekend ya’ll…

xoxo

Bridal Collection by Ruche

Photography by Stephanie Williams from This Modern Romance 

Makeup by KC Witkamp

Florals by Star Events Floral Design

Paper Details by sakura paper co.

Location: Highland Springs Resorts

Furniture Rentals by  Found Vintage Rentals

Tags: affordable, Budget, lace and lavender, romance, Ruche, vintage-inspired, wedding dresses.

When I came across Sarah and Mike’s wedding photos, I immediately fell for their natural, organic style, their grounded approach to planning, and of course, Sarah’s darling gown by Ivy & Aster.   Both Sarah and Mike are lovers of the outdoors, travel, good food and wine, and especially coastal B.C.  They said I do on a pier in Pender Harbour this past June.  Enjoy all the natural loveliness, captured by Aubrey Joy Photography.  After a rainy morning of cozying up with her bridesmaids, Sarah dressed in the lovely Sweetpea gown, her long blond locks pinned back with a graceful Jennifer Behr hair flower.  As if it was perfectly choreographed,  the rain stopped just before the ceremony.  Joy and laughter-filled nuptials ensued with hints of sunshine peeking thru the clouds and the serene Strait of Georgia as the backdrop. Afterwards,  Sarah and Mike headed to a special, secluded spot for romantic, sweep-you-off-your-feet kind of portraits with Aubrey.   

The reception was embellished with simple florals, driftwood adornments, and herbal favors.  Sarah and Mike reported that the highlights of the evening were the heartfelt speeches and breathtaking view of the marina.

Sweet congratulations to the newlyweds…

♥

Photos by Aubrey Joy Photography

Day-Of Coordination by Coastal Weddings & Events

Bridal Gown & Bridesmaids Dresses by Ivy & Aster

Robes by Plum Pretty Sugar

Bride’s Hair by Lauren of DO Studio; Makeup by Chantale Walker of MAC

Hair Flower by Jennifer Behr

Florals by Flower Factory

Venue & Catering by Painted Boat Resort Spa & Marina

Ceremony Music by V & G Music; Reception Music by DJ Astrid

Rentals by Gibsons Party Rentals

Tags: coastal, earthy, Ivy & Aster, marina, natural, organic, pier, rustic.

We’ve got a slew of new DIYs over on PW… and don’t want you to miss a one!  You’ll be super impressed at how simple each of these projects is to execute, with results that will have your guests raving for days.

no. 1 Crepe Paper Flowers

no. 2 Pansy-Embellished Desserts

no. 3 Ombre Escort Cards

no. 4 Glittering Heart Dessert Toppers

Photos and Project Styling by 1. Victoria Hudgins 2. Chelsea Fuss 3. Mary Swenson 4. Victoria Hudgins

Need more ideas?  Our DIY experts have been hard at work.  Go wild perusing projects!

Tags: crepe paper flower bouquet, DIY, edible flowers, glittering heart cake toppers, ombre, pansies.