This session from Sedona Wedding Studio represents what we love so much about inspiration shoots. There is a little something for everyone with a perfect blend of the old and the new, the timeless and the modern, the eclectic and the elegant. Arizona sweethearts are seriously lucky to have such a plethora of talented wedding folks at their fingertips! Check out all the steal-worthy details from vineyard to vintage in the full wedding gallery!
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From Sedona Wedding Studio… The photo shoot was intended to show the possibilities for Sedona weddings. There are so many options that are just as exciting as the famous red rocks of Sedona. Margaret Van Damme wanted to create an atmosphere incorporating vintage elements. ”The collaboration of talented Sedona Wedding Studio members resulted in this inspirational design that reflects a southwest image not often imagined by brides that live on the east coast or Midwest. In the midst of the rustic country feel is incorporated a sense of casual elegance that might be found in the Italian countryside.”
Colorful vintage bottles were used as a staple element through-out the shoot. Among other areas, bottles were hung from tree limbs and filled with flowers to create a charming and playful setting for the ceremony site. Also, wooden benches were used at the ceremony site instead of traditional folding chairs. Old bottles were set on the ends of the benches to serve as interesting aisle decorations. The explosive florals were made in vintage wire baskets straight out of the 1920′s, and included peach eremurus.
The gorgeous wedding bouquet, by Ken Heflin, of Events By Show Stoppers, incorporated a berry theme. Inspired by the vineyard location, complete with immature green grapes, Ken created a textured bouquet that was both elegant, unique, and vintage. Varieties of blown garden roses in various colors dotted the design. Pepper berries added a hot pink texture and spicy fragrance that blended with the scent of roses for an exciting composition. Echinacea (cone flowers) brought in another texture with the thistle look of the Southwest. Pale blue scabiosa gave the bouquet that touch of wildflowers that a vintage look demands.
Studio member Deborah Beggs, of Classic Party Rentals, provided her popular Descanso tables and Mahogany Chiavari chairs. Antique crochet table runners ran the length of the table, with mix-and-matched china, and dozens of vintage bottles in every size, color and shape imaginable. Pastel colored wine glasses accentuated the color of the bottles.
Kimberly McDowell, of Event Essentials, designed all the paper products under direction from Margaret Van Damme and Katrina Wallace. The invitation color scheme of ivory, wine, and Tiffany blue was lovely and maintained the theme. A wisp of feathers and tiny pearls finished the look.
Old planter boxes with pealing paint were used to house some of the vintage bottles in the center of the banquet table. This rustic look was just what the table needed. Bottles are so much fun to collect and can be wonderful keepsakes to use over-and-over, and as well, can be charming party favors.
Photography: Katrina Wallace and Andrew Mejia of Sedona Bride Photographers / Design + Coordination: Margaret Van Damme of Van Damme Weddings / Floral Design: Events by Show Stoppers / Venue: Dancing Apache Lodge / Wedding Cake: Sedona Cake Couture / Rentals: Classic Party Rentals / Make-Up Artist: Liz Margin / Hair Styling: Patricia Vega / Catering: Perfection Catering / Groom’s Attire: Saverio / Paper Products: Kimberly McDowell of The Event Essentials / Mask: Sweet Ruin / Models: Katie Anderson and William Copsey of M Model Management / Gown: Destiny’s Bridal
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love the accessories! fab colors!
Fabulous work from Sedona Bride and Van Damme! Love the necklace!
We are honored again to be featured on SMP Thanks to you all at the most fabulous wedding blog from Van Damme Weddings and the team at Sedona Wedding Studio.
Where is the necklace in the close up of the neck from? Love it!!!!
Gooorgeous photos.. how can you really go wrong when the bride and groom are that good looking! are we sure they're not professional models?? ;-)
The details are absolutely beautiful, especially the colors.
Thanks all... we had a ton of fun shooting it! We hope you'll come by the Sedona Wedding Studio to check out our work.
The accessories (and dresses) came from Destiny's Bride in Scottsdale (one of the best places in Arizona to find a gorgeous wedding dress). They were super gorgeous and so nice to make an exception for us and let us borrow their dresses and jewelry. Thanks again Lisa!
The turquoise necklace came from out of the gorgeous Indian jewelry collection Events by Showstoppers sells at their store. Margaret thought it would be a great nod to the Southwest and add a great touch of blue which it did! :)
Dancing Apache Lodge is just about 90 minutes north of Phoenix/Scottsdale and their gorges property filled with vineyards and creeks makes it a perfect venue for brides that had always dreamed a of a Napa Valley wedding but didn't want go all the way to CA. It's a quick and beautiful drive for a wedding that's local for Phoenicians but far enough to make it more of a special getaway.
It was a ton of work to put this all together but everyone did such a great job. We're glad you all like the shoot and enjoyed seeing a different side of having a wedding in Sedona and Arizona. xo {katrina + andrew}
Hey there Morgan... that necklace is from Destiny's Bride in Scottsdale. They have a great collection of dresses and accessories! I've also seen that necklace used as a hair band ... it's stunning used that way as well.
Hi there Nina! :) Yes they are models ... as stated in the intro this was a photoshoot. You can see a few images of this shoot in the newest issue of Phoenix Bride and Groom magazine. It just came out.
But honestly, if you get a fabulous photographer and you have fun on your wedding day you're going to love the way you look in your photos. We've never had a couple that didn't feel as gorgeous as models on their wedding day. Of course it doesn't hurt to have professionals help you with your look. Be sure to get great makeup and hair done by a professional as well... Patricia Vega and Liz Margin did a great job with hair and makeup for both the "bride" and "groom" on this shoot. {katrina}
I didn't even realize it was a photo shoot until I looked back again at the header. The weddings are typically SO amazing on here, I had just assumed this was yet another real wedding!
Oh, so beautiful! What a great way to showcase the variety of options for ones' wedding in gorgeous (and sunny!) Sedona. I absolutely love the hanging vases of flowers and the grooms suit is just perfect, but my favorite "detail" has to be the photography. Couples who choose Katrina & Andrew to photograph their affair are lucky indeed! Love, love, love this inspired shoot! xoxo...anne&bill
Hi katrina! silly me :-) i agree with ashley - it's really hard to tell the difference with SMP weddings! .. I've been waiting for the new Phoenix B&G Mag to come out - will go grab it today! Thanks!
These photos are just gorgeous! I love the styling. I have been searching for months, unsuccessfully, for a way to wear my hair. I have no idea how they did this, but it's exactly what I want envision! Just gorgeous!!
Beautiful! What more can one say?!
I love seeing AZ weddings! I love Sedona and if it had been possible, would have loved getting married there :)
Oops, I knew this was a photo shoot and still talked about it like it was a real wedding! Lol
Absolutely breathtaking! It never fails for Sedona Bride to always capture the most beautiful and telling moments in a wedding (real or for a shoot! ;)
Brides and Grooms, we were fortunate to have a couple of the Sedona Wedding Studio members (before its existence) help create our special day. (specifically Sedona Bride and Sedona Cake Couture). You are truly in luck if you get the opportunity to have this amazingly talented Studio help create yours! Best wishes to you and thanks Sedona Bride and Sedona Cake Couture for memories that our family/friends still talk about, 4 yrs later!! Cheers!
the flowers are so beautiful/
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this dress are so beautiful.
Yay!! A wedding done in natural colors and not all warmed up. I love the colors of the photography. So pretty.
Vineyard theme is great especially love the grape bouquet
Oh, so in love with this wedding! I love how the lace and glass detailing ties everything together. I think the necklace is the icing on the cake so to speak - it ties the bride to the atmosphere so gorgeously!
What beautifully crafted detailing!This would make such a beautiful outdoors wedding
Wow, I love all of the color in this. Can't wait to send this as inspiration to one of my clients! :)
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Love the cake and the bride's necklace!
I absolutely love the color palette! The lace cake is truly awesome.
The Net Veil and the Necklace with the oval pearl and rhinestone accents are custom hand made pieces by Renee Pawele Bride. www.reneepawelebride.com and are carried at Destiny's Bride in Scottsdale AZ
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