Today’s modern and rustic elopement captured by Jenny McCann is filled with fun, unique details inspired by the Spanish Mission. The one-shoulder, vintage Gossamer gown is certainly one of the shoot’s show-stopping pieces, as are the groom’s dark suit and Stetson hat, making them the perfectly styled duo for this Spanish-inspired affair. If you’re thinking about eloping or if you ever have a chance to participate in a styled shoot, I would recommend it 100%. What a fun and relaxing way to spend the day together and create an everlasting memory!
Three things I love in the wedding world are bohemian weddings, beach weddings, and weddings that use natural elements. This boho beach elopement inspired shoot from Jenny Ostenson has all three of these things - and let me tell you, my friends, my eyes just lit up when I gazed over everything. There are so many details to adore in this wonderfully atypical beach shoot. I’m talking major lush, colorful florals, mussel shell decor, and beautiful use of driftwood.
I’m thrilled to have this stunning styled shoot from Katie Grant on the blog today. It’s one of those that I can’t wait to share because its beautiful details are so emotive. I also love Katie’s work so it’s an honor to showcase this feature as her first on Belles & Bubbles. I’ll let her speak for the feature as her words capture it all perfectly.
From the photographer…The sharp edges of the windblown dunes call for attention, for action. They call for bare feet tracing their spines and ache for romance atop their peaks. Here, in the stillness of the dunes, is where our perfect elopement transpires. Amethyst geodes set the luscious palette of this intimate affair. They can be seen dancing on the ribbon of the bouquet, skirting the edges of the richly painted cake, and alongside the divine, hand-lettered elopement announcement suite. A table for four was loosely set to accommodate our bride, groom, and their two witnesses. Florals spill out of the antique brass centerpiece as lovely hand written menus announce the feast.Let us not forget our couple; silhouetted by the sinking sun and bathed in golden light as they commit themselves to each other. Our bride’s Houghton NYC gown perfectly catches the night breeze and the sun sings it’s praises as it shines through the gauzy fabric. It is truly a sight for the groom to behold and to forever cherish. This is indeed a night to remember in the Great Sand Dunes.
These images just stun me - the lighting is incredible and it’s work like this that is the reason I love film photography so much. And how about those details? I’m such a fan of all the styling, from the gorgeous gown to the color palette and the uber pin-worthy tablescape. Thanks so much to Katie for the images and stay tuned for some more of her gorgeous work on the blog soon!
Happy Monday, everyone. I’ve got a unique villa elopement to share with you taking place in Houston, captured by Jenna McElory. Originally, the couple was going to have a larger wedding, but during their planning process, they decided to mix them altogether and elope in a beautiful chapel with only their intimate families. Details to adore: the bride’s gorgeous diamond ring (actually, her dress…and veil too!), the groom’s dapper and classy suit, and the lovely interior of the Lanier Theological Chapel.
From the photographer…Katie and Anti remind me of everything I love about marriage - family, love, and excitement. When Katie first contacted me, she spun visions of an intimate dinner party in December with her dearest friends and family. I could hear the joy in her voice, instantly knowing a magical day was in store. But God had different plans, and it wasn’t more than a few weeks before Katie and Anti were walking down the aisle on a day they couldn’t have dreamed.
Katie’s classic plans soon became an even more exclusive affair - an elopement - to be shared only with their immediate family. The bride and groom surrounded themselves with everything dear to them on a beautiful Sunday evening in the majestic Lanier Theological Chapel in Houston. I found these two giddy with excitement and love. They read personal letters before the ceremony and spoke tearful vows under beautiful hand painted art. It was a day filled with the most beautiful things in this life - family, love, and excitement.
I have something truly special to show you today - a wedding that is certainly one for the books, and one that I hope will be seen by the masses because it is truly spectacular. Sarah Marie photographed a very intimate, African bush wedding. The bride’s aisle consisted of elephants, while numerous other African animals were present for this couple’s surreal and beautiful day.
From the bride…As we wound through the African bush, I closed my eyes and felt my soul awaken as I inhaled the crisp air into my lungs. The wind tugged at my curls and my skin tingled from the chill in the air… I could feel the spirit of the land running through my veins. The lull of the engine slowed as we approached the ceremony site, and my heart began to beat faster. In the distance, I could see my strapping groom in his tall leather boots and suspenders, waiting patiently. Jabulani and each of the other elephants saluted me with their trunks aimed toward the heavens as I grew closer to the lantern-lit aisle. I slowed, my body imploring that I take in each second. Jabulani, the gentle giant, and I locked eyes, and I resisted the urge to praise him for his patience. In the distance, I could hear the scoffs of disapproval from the baby elephants who were being shied away from their posing mothers. I felt as though I was soaking up the soul of Africa through my bare feet as I drifted over the rose petal covered bush floor. As I reached my groom, I exhaled euphorically and listened as the Ghost Birds gave their blessing. We became bonded through Christ as Mother Nature surrounded us and cloaked us in her beauty. Our souls will forever be willfully bound to this soil, and our hearts will ache to be in the presence of this ethereal land until we return once more.
