For those of you who are regular readers, you’ll notice today’s post is later than usual, but know it’s because today/last night my step-daughter got married. Yep, one wedding and luckily, no funerals!
There are a few hundred photos just taken by me, the evil step-monster. I promise not to make you endure the family and guest pics but I did want to share some from the reception, which was lovely. There will be a few fashion shots of the step-monster (me) fitting into her dream dress later in the week.
So following are a few of my favourite wedding reception photos…enjoy.
Wedding Table Decorations
Rustic Theme: The reception theme was rustic and I think the bride did a great job getting the rustic yet elegant feel to the room.
Bridal Bouquet
Bridal Bouquet: My step-daughter asked me to do the flowers. I was a fair bit nervous but I think I did okay for an amateur. I loved adding in the gum-nuts as an ode to Australia.
Reception Tables
The Room: I was really pleased with how lovely the reception venue looked. The groom made the easel at the door from some branches and it held a chalk-board that he made from old timber. It was used for the setting with each table added in with coloured chalk.
Spread With Love Bonbonniere
Bonbonniere: The little jars of jam were too adorable! They were made by the bride, her brother a chef, her sister and the brides mum. Aren’t they a clever lot?!
Bridal Party Table
Bridal Party Table: The bridal party were at the front of the room at a long table. The rest of the guests sat at round tables.
Rustic Wedding Cake
The Wedding Cake: I was lucky enough to go with the bride to select a cake. She and I both love Red Velvet Cake and the first bakery we went to made a beautiful red velvet so they got the gig. I think they did a great job creating the brides dream cake…and I ate every bite of my cake!
Wedding Car – Desoto
Wedding Car: The bride, The Fashion Mister, the Bride’s Mum and daughter all rode in this fire-engine red Desoto to the wedding and the bride and groom rode in it to the reception. The bridesmaids and groomsmen came in a couple other vintage cars.
Bouquets on the Bridal table
Rustic place setting
It was a great day, but I’m well glad that it’s over! I should sleep well now that I have shared photos from our one wedding and no funerals!
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February 17th, 2013 at 02:09
I love the rustic theme!
February 17th, 2013 at 09:24
It turned out to be rustic but still elegant which was perfect.
They really did a great job with it.
Cheers,
Laura
February 17th, 2013 at 02:16
love the pics! really nice
February 17th, 2013 at 09:16
Thank you!
It was a great evening.
Pretty sure I will need a nap today.
Cheers,
Laura
February 17th, 2013 at 02:48
what a gorgeous wedding!! I love the little jam jars and the cake– you’re right, she did an amazing job making “rustic” elegant as well.
February 17th, 2013 at 09:25
Thanks Mary!
The jam jars were too adorable!
And absolutely everyone took theirs home which is a bit unusual.
Cheers,
Laura
February 17th, 2013 at 03:38
Congratulations!
February 17th, 2013 at 09:27
Thank you for the Bride and Groom!
In the next few days I’ll get a couple photos up of my outfit…of course it’s not as exciting as a wedding dress but I cleaned up okay.
Cheers,
Laura
February 17th, 2013 at 04:33
Congratulations to the newlyweds and newly minted in-laws. What beautiful pictures of a lovely reception. God bless you all!
February 17th, 2013 at 09:29
Thanks you Misses!
They are a fun and cute couple.
The new son-in-law is great for Megan and her Daughter.:)
Cheers,
Laura
February 17th, 2013 at 06:23
{Sigh} What a glorious, beautifully themed reception. I love it. Okay, now I have to read more and find out who is in Australia, and who is in the US.
Sue xo
February 17th, 2013 at 09:07
Thank you Sue!
It really was a lovely reception theme.
The Bride and Groom did a great job carrying out the vision.
And it seemed everyone had a great time which is even better!
Cheers,
Laura
February 17th, 2013 at 06:56
Wow looks like alot of effort and creativity went in, to make a special day for all involved …. lovely photos.
February 17th, 2013 at 09:08
There was a fair bit of thought and effort on the Bride and Grooms part.
The rest of us just followed orders to get it set up.
Cheers,
Laura
February 17th, 2013 at 08:08
Congratulations! And the shots are lovely and atmospheric. Nice theme.
February 17th, 2013 at 09:10
Thank you Richard!
That means a lot coming from you!
The beauty of digital for me is that if I take enough photos, there’s bound to be a few good ones.
Plus I’m getting a little better the more I take.
Cheers,
Laura
February 17th, 2013 at 09:15
What a lovely set of photos. Thanks for sharing the details. I really love the unique styling and the organic details of the cake, the framed chalkboard, and the centerpieces. You did a nice job with the flowers, too. I love that minty green, usually not one of my favorite colors but used to such wonderful effect here. A great day through and through. Are they honeymooning nearby, or are they off for an adventure?
February 17th, 2013 at 09:33
Thank you Alys!
They did a nice job with the pale green by keeping it to a minimum and just using it to highlight the theme. I loved the centerpieces with the slices of wood, candles and then the little gum-nuts sprinkled like confetti on the table. As you say, very organic. They have delayed the honeymoon for a couple of months and will stay in Australia. They don’t have the same wander-lust as the Fashion Mister and myself.
Cheers,
Laura
February 17th, 2013 at 11:34
How beautiful. Congrats to your step daughter.
February 17th, 2013 at 15:04
It really was lovely Gail.
I wasn’t so sure she was going to pull it off but I kept telling her that it was her wedding and they should do it their way. So glad she did!
Cheers,
Laura
February 18th, 2013 at 01:02
Beautiful wedding pics! Congrats to your step daughter
February 18th, 2013 at 07:50
Thank you!
It was a lovely day and evening.
Cheers,
Laura
February 18th, 2013 at 08:19
What lovely photos of the wedding decor!!
Looks like a picture-perfect wedding!! <3
May their marriage be a long and happy one!!
February 18th, 2013 at 18:36
Thanks Carmen!
It was lovely and exactly the feel they wanted which made it perfect.
Cheers,
Laura
February 18th, 2013 at 23:50
Beautiful table arrangements! I hope you had a great time at the wedding!
February 19th, 2013 at 00:50
Thanks Aura!
They did such a lovely job bringing all the little bits together.
We had a great time! Of course there was a bit of a scare with the boys car breaking down.
Cheers,
Laura
February 20th, 2013 at 20:30
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