unwedding Mag No. 1

unwedding No. 01

hello!

I love the whole idea of throwing a fake wedding for real brides! It’s spectacular. It seem me and my friend, Vicki, would, at some point, turn into a fake planning session for a such plunge and host our first unWedding event. During our (real) brainstorming sessions, we rea time narrowing down our ideas into a single event concept, so we decided to pass the deci lected a number of style boards, uploaded them to our blog, and asked our readers to vote a number of days, and then the garden style board pulled ahead at the literal last minute. close second, we opted to let vintage styling influence our garden wedding. Next, we collec boards and put them up for voting. Not surprising, the colors of nudes, blushes and peach set: a vintage inspired garden affair in shades of peach, blush and nude tones. To say we understatement!

Many late, late (ahem, late) nights were spent pouring over fabulous weddings that have ins gorgeous blogs searching for bits of pretty things to get our creative juices flowing. Many were had in those witching hours. We discovered many silly things about each other that I’ regular daytime coverstation.

When we first let the cat out of the bag; unveiling our plan to our fabulous vendor friends, a look of “now what exactly are you thinking?!” They know us too well. Our team of vendor sible. They were gracious enough to combine their talents and finely honed skills with each compliments, and sincere thank you, go out to every single one of them. Our photographers true. It has been downright delightful experience to comb over the 4000 plus photographs same event through 5 different sets of eyes is truly fascinating.

I have hand picked each photo in this magazine and hope that I have chosen well; that the overflows these pages to lift and inspire you. (You’ll find our vendors credited throughout w at the back.) Please enjoy this lovely collection of photos from our first annual vintage gar

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med that any wedding discussion between an event, until finally we decided to take the alized that we were going to have a tough ision on to our blog readers. First, we cole on their favorite. It was a close race for With the vintage style board being such a cted some of our favorite color inspiration hues won by a landslide. Our theme was were elated to get to work would be an

spired us through the years and perusing great, and often hilarious, conversations ’m sure would not have ever come up in a

we were greeted first with enthusiasm, then r friends really made this whole event posh other for a truly synergystic effect. My s (5 of them!) were a dream team come taken of our unWedding event. Seeing the

sheer beauty of our first unWedding event with a complete list of exactly who did what rden inspired unWedding affair.

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............... photograph by Casey McFarland ...............

............... above photograph and engagement photographs by Jessica’s Photography invitation suite by Kara’s Koncepts ...............

behind the scenes

You’ll see that the ring bearer is the most adorable little man that has ever lived. Granted, I am biased and particularly fond of him; he is my big-hearted, high-spirited 5 year old. (His laugh can be heard all the way from page 59.)

The stories surrounding our models were many. My favorite, though, is finding groomsman #4. Vicki, my aforementioned dear friend and partner in creativity, was on an evening grocery shopping trip to the local market and happened to strike up a conversation with a young man shopping alone in the freezer aisle. (Can you hear the Hollywood music starting up in the background? Sort of. He is in college. She, a stylish grandma.) They chatted for a spell, then parted ways; only to bump into each other again a few aisle’s later.

After she walked away from him the first time, Vicki thought, “He would have been a perfect groomsman!” So as to not let regret have its way the second time, Vicki quickly asked, “Are you single?”

To which he replied, “Yes, do you have a daughter?!” As she explained our plight and how he would be perfect for the role, he graciously accepted. (See his charming self on page 56.) He later admitted that he was actually looking forward to the event; even more so when he learned that he got to spend a day getting pampered by Serendipity Salon and Glo Mobile Tanning.

Our unwedding couple were certainly the couple of the hour. They are two of the most delightful people I have had the pleasure of meeting. I dare say that I’ve never seen a boy so fond of his girl than Stewart is of Caroline. The smile in his eyes never waned. It was clear that she makes his world go ‘round. Caroline is as sweet as sugar and equally fond of Stewart.

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The “first look� is always something special.

Even with our unwedding couple, it was no exception. The nervousness while getting dressed; the anticipating groom; the smiling bride sneaking up behind him and finally, him turning to see her. In real life, our couple is getting married later this year. It was such a treat to catch a glimpse of their affection for one another. It was equally fun for them to have a dress rehearsal of their wedding from start to finish. photographs this page and next by Aya Photography ...............

............... photographs by Casey McFarland tuxedo from Men’s Wearhouse ...............

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............... photographs by Casey McFarland gown from Petals and Promises ...............

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............... photographs by Oakstream Photography hair and makeup by Carrie Purser Makeup and Hair Artistry spray tanning and teeth whitening by Glo Mobile Tannin jewelry from The Diamond Gallery ...............

............... this page photographs by Aya Photography and Casey McFarland opposite page photograph by Oakstream Photography ...............

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............... photograph by Oakstream Photography engagement ring from The Diamond Gallery ...............

............... above photograph by Aya Photography opposite photograph by Casey McFarland ...............

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I wouldn’t trade you for the world.

But, I’d trade the world for you. ...............

............... above photograph by Aya Photography opposite photgraph by Oakstream Photography necklace from The Diamond Gallery ...............

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by Oakstream Photography gown from Petals and Promises ...............

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............... photograph by Jessica’s Photography event held at The Riter Mansion ...............

............... photographs by Cascio Photography hair and makeup by Carrie Purser, Serendipity and Valhalla ...............

............... photographs this page Oakstream Photography photograph opposite page Cascio Photography personal flowers by Sego bridesmaid dresses from Dillards, Head over Heels, Ruche groomsmen tuxes from Men’s Wearhouse ...............

............... photographs this page and next Aya Photography ...............

............... left photograph by Aya Photography above photograph by Jessica’s Photography ...............

............... photograph by Oakstream Photography floral arrangement by Beautiful Blooms ...............

............... photograph by Casey McFarland ...............

............... photographs by Cascio Photography and Oakstream Photography aisle design by White Ginger Events urn floral arrangement by Ella Bella fruitwood chiavari chairs from Red Poppy Linens ...............

................. photograph by Cascio Photography ................

................. photograph by Casey McFarland ................

............... photograph by Aya Photography ...............

................. above photograph by Casey McFarland opposite photograph by Cascio Photography globe lighting and draperies by Embellish the Moment event held at The Riter Mansion above floral arrangement by Ella Bella fruitwood chiavari chairs from Red Poppy Linens ................

................. this page photograph by Aya Photography opposite photograph by Casey McFarland ................

................. photograph by Oakstream Photography ................

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................. photographs by Cascio Photography ................

................. above photograph by Aya Photography opposite photograph by Casey McFarland ................

................. photographs by Casey McFarland ................

................. photograph by Aya Photography ................

................. photograph by Casey McFarland globe lighting and draperies by Embellish the Moment event held at The Riter Mansion above floral arrangement by Ella Bella fruitwood chiavari chairs from Red Poppy Linens ................

................. photographs by Casey McFarland ................

................. photographs by Jessica’s Photography below floral arrangement by Ella Bella ................

................. photographs by Casey McFarland ................

............... above photograph by Cascio Photography left photography by Oakstream Photography ceremony aisle and doily lanterns by White Ginger Events linens, chiavari chairs and ties from Red Poppy Linens ...............

............... photographs by Cascio Photography above centerpiece by Sego left table and centerpieces by Ella Bella paper goods by Peter Loves Jane ...............

............... photographs by Aya Photography above cake by The Graceful Baker ...............

............... photograph by Aya Photography ...............

............... photograph by Cascio Photography featured table decor by White Ginger Events ...............

............... photograph by Cascio Photography bouquet by Sego gown from Petals and Promises ...............

............... photographs by Cascio Photography bride’s hair by Serendipity ...............

............... this page photograph by Oakstream Photography ...............

............... photograph by Cascio Photography ...............

............... photograph by Jessica’s Photography linen by Red Poppy Linens ...............

............... photographs by Jessica’s Photography sign in table floral arrangements by Beautiful Blooms ...............

............... below photograph by Jessica’s Photography left photograph by Casey McFarland lounge area from Ella Bella and Dahlia Event Planning and Floral Design ...............

............... above photograph by Cascio Photography right photograph by Casey McFarland cake by Cakes by Julie ...............

............... photograph by Cascio Photography cakes by Cakes by Julie and The Graceful Baker ...............

............... photographs by Cascio Photography lanterns by White Ginger Events ...............

............... left photograph Jessica’s Photography top photograph by Cascio Photography signage by Peter Loves Jane florals by Sego greenery garland by Ella Bella wooden crates from Embellish the Moment butterscotch pudding cups by Hamilton’s Off Premise Catering ...............

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Our guests received personal invitations to attend our unwedding event, and each bride arrived in style. They were greeted with butler passed delectable eats: coconut shrimp, prosciutto wrapped melon and smoked salmon mousse on artisan baguettes courtesy of Hamilton’s Off Premise Catering.

Simply the Best Photobooth set up a custom photobooth and helped the brides break the ice and get to know each other a little.

As if that wasn’t enough, Jerrick’s Fine Jewelry had some of their most sparkling and stunning pieces on display.

Our guests got to top off their night with complimentary manicures, massages and sugaring from the lovely people at Valhalla Salon and Spa, P.S. (posh skin) and Serendipity. below photographs by Oakstream Photography right photograph by Cascio Photography ...............

............... photographs by Oakstream Photography above bouquet by Sego opposite table by White Ginger Events ...............

............... photographs by Cascio Photography linens from Red Poppy Linens and White Ginger Events ...............

............... photographs by Casey McFarland first dance choreographed by Freestyle Dance Company ...............

............... left photography by Aya Photography above photograph by Cascio Photography centerpiece by Dahlia Event Planning and Floral Design ...............

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photography

Aya Photography, Cascio Photography, Casey McFarland, Jessica’s Photography, Oakstream Photography florals

personal flowers: Sego centerpieces: Beautiful Blooms, Dahlia Event Planning & Flowral Design, Ella Bella Event Planning & Floral Design, Sego venue

The Riter Mansion Invitations

Kara’s Koncepts Signage & Paper goods

Peter Loves Jane Photobooth

Simply the Best Photobooth ...............

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ceremony and reception decor

draperies and globe lighting: Embellish the Moment floral arrangements, pedestals, greenery garland and vineyard table: Ella Bella Event Planning & Floral Design aisle decor, lace lanterns, bride and groom table centerpiece and linens: White Ginger Events fruitwood chiavari chairs, table rentals, linens and chair ties: Red Poppy Linens & Chairs lounge: Ella Bella Event Planning & Floral Design, Dahlia Event Planning & Floral Design, Sego sign in table: Beautiful Blooms flutterfetti: Ella Bella Event Planning & Floral Design First Dance Choreography

Freestyle Dance Company wedding cakes

The Graceful Baker and Cakes by Julie catering

Hamilton’s Off Premise Catering videography

Ballam Films ...............

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bridesmaids and groomsmen

models: Lindsay Bangerter & Daren Laing Sara Eaton & Brad Yeates Chelsea Sidwell & Tom Orton Tera Gilsdorf & Blaze Rogers dresses: Dillards, Head Over Heels, Ruche jewelry: Jerrick’s Fine Jewelry, The Diamond Gallery shoes: Head Over Heels spray tanning: Glo Mobile Tanning, P.S. (posh skin) manicures, eyelash extensions, facial waxing: Valhalla Salon & Spa makeup and hair: Syna with Valhalla, Mary with Serendipity, Carrie Purser Makeup and Hair Artistry ...............

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bride and groom

models: Caroline Liston & Stewart Peterson gown and hair accessory: Petals and Promises shoes: Head Over Heels jewelry: The Diamond Gallery facials: P.S. (posh skin) spray tanning and teeth whitening: Glo Mobile Tanning makeup and hair: Carrie Purser Makeup and Hair Artistry, Serendipity tuxedo: Men’s Wearhouse watch: Jerrick’s Fine Jewelry ...............

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