Heather and Drew met back in 2016 and immediately bonded over their love of the outdoors. Because of this, the couple dreamed of having an outdoor wedding tucked away in the mountains?a sanctuary and perfect setting to celebrate their love, and that’s just what they had! The biggest advice they learned" Hire a planner, no matter the budget! In the long run, you end up saving money from all the tips the planner has learned through experience, and you’ll be able to enjoy the wedding process rather than feeling utterly lost and stressed.
Keep scrolling to read more of the couple’s advice from their experience around their big day and to see so many more photos by Ariele Chapman Photography of this day at Rancho Las Lomas. The photos feature planning and design by Stephy’s Bride Guide, flowers by Fox & Flora, and hair and makeup by Courtney Alvino. Make sure to click here to check out all the photos in the full gallery, also linked at the bottom of this post!
Creating a mood board along the way helped the bride maintain a cohesive color palette
For their wedding, the couple wanted earthy greens and neutrals paired with a rich terracotta. Their advice after creating this color palette" Create mood boards! Save your inspo along the way, and it will make decisions just that much easier for you in the long run. Matching the colors to their venue created a much more cohesive look and feel. The bridal party had mix and match dresses from ...