Well, I can cross "backyard wedding" off my bucket list with a huge flourish of a glittery golden pen because that's exactly how this wedding made me feel! If I could label it with one word, it would be WHIMSICAL. From Rose's delicate dress details, to the vintage books placed carefully on long farmhouse tables amongst candles and eucalyptus, to the bridesmaids with baby's breath flower crowns and every sweet little detail in between, this day was a total DREAM!
I was already excited when Rose told me she wanted to get married in the backyard of her childhood home in Miami Gardens, but after shooting Rose and Rick's engagement session a handful of months before, I was REALLY excited; they're textbook perfect clients AND perfect couple: laid back, very much in love, and photogenic as heck.
Not to mention, the more unique the wedding, the better! And getting married in a backyard where all the details have to be completely from scratch and customized to fit the couple, is the most exciting canvas for me to photograph! Being a DIY bride is not easy, but much of the decor was handmade by Rose, herself. I love me some creative brides!
Aside from the beautiful details, there were so many moments that made this wedding day so enjoyable to be a part of, like the “Not Really First Look” where Rose stood on the balcony above Rick to get photos together without actually seeing one another before the ceremony, and the last-minute decision for the bridesmaids to walk down the aisle barefoot in true backyard fashion. And of course, no truly emotional wedding is complete without happy tears all throughout the day!
I could legit post over 1,000 photos if there was no such thing as "overboard" with blogging because I'm completely obsessed with this beautiful couple's special day! But somehow I managed to handpick just the ones that display the essence of their day the best. Enjoy!
Special thanks to these vendors:
Planning & Design - Meghan Burke of Love Well Kitchen / Florals - Britt Cornett of Love Well Kitchen / Catering - Love Well Kitchen / Hair & Makeup - AC Beauty