Us + Ewe Farm Wedding Inspiration…soft, natural colors were used to create the farm-themed look that many desire when dreaming of their big day. We especially loved the white gown with puffed sleeves poetically paired with light tan cowboy boots. Our groom was dressed to complement in white linens and a red plaid bowtie. But not everything was soft and demure. Some genuine self-expression was shown in the socks and suspenders! The floral explosion at the bow of the boat is especially impressive. 

We thought we would ask the Us & Ewe Farm Wedding designer, Jill, how it all came together. “The organic vintage charm and real working farm life inspire us! We started in grey weather just before the golden hour, but it all turned out beautifully.”

“The design execution and coordination by Your Dream Theme was planned to include everything. We started at Parry Bay Sheep Farm. The amazing three-tier cake by July Girls Cake Co is dripping with honeysuckle and wrapped in vintage newspaper fondant with fresh blossoms, finishing the delicious sight. The paper suite designed by West Coast Country Creative showed off uniquely hand-cut lace-shaped card stock envelopes with wax seal stamped place settings. These were placed beside old copper keys. The sweet essence of the West Coast blooms from Platinum Floral danced upon the bow of a romantic floating tin boat. Importantly,  each element is organically grown just miles away in Platinum Florals garden.”

“This design was meant to feel wholesome with every aspect and detail. We placed the table to be framed between two glowing trees, tying in nature’s color palette. Our favorite thing was the free-running sheep in the background! We used raw materials from the farm, including an outdoor farm table, vintage shutter doors, and varying textures of lace, velvet, terracotta, and wood elements. The irresistible couple completed the entire tableau. Aisling is stunning in a sensational organic linen custom-made dress by Lily Kennedy. Her makeup is done by artist Rachel Patterson, using naturally toned shades to compliment her complexion perfectly. The hair design by Willow Hairstyles was magic in how it held through the wind and rain. And to complete our show-stopping farm fashion, Justin is outfitted by Outlooks for Men in a natural tone suit and honey linen shirt with a pop of color from the Outway sock collection.”

“This afternoon of fun, beauty, and laughter was worth it, from standing in muddy water holding a ladder over the boat to being surrounded by hundreds of sheep – all to get that perfect shot. We can’t say enough about Becca from Rivkah Photography, who gifted us with this spectacular gallery.” –  Jill Cook, Owner, Planner, and Designer of Your Dream Theme Events.

PHOTOS: Rivkah Photography | DESIGN + COORDINATION: Your Dream Theme Event Design | VENUE: Parry Bay Sheep Farm | GOWN: Lily Kennedy Custom + Bridal Consignment House | FLORALS: Platinum Floral Designs | MODELS: Aisling + Justin| PAPER SUITE: West Coast Country Creative| MUA: Rachel Patterson Makeup Artistry | HAIR: Willow Hair Salon | HAIR JEWELS:  Pretty Things Co. | SUIT:  Outlooks for Men | SOCKS:  Endur Apparel| CAKE: July’s Girl Cake Co.

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Foxgloves are Forever Bridal Inspiration…a vintage boat, lush floral crown, gorgeous lace gown and a field of foxgloves. This is one of the most beautiful creative shoots and we just can’t take our eyes off of it! In fact, it only took seconds for us to message the photographer to ask if we could have it in the 2021 Vancouver Island print magazine.

The bride in this wedding palette is wearing a locally designed She Wore Flowers gown. Each piece of floral lace on the outer dress has been meticulously hand sewn onto a very light nude tulle, offering a stunning depth of textures and colors that change ever so slightly as the bride move freely in this soft fit and flare gown.

The story of the inspiration behind this palette is described by the photographer from Island Moments: “So once upon a time two women traded a photo session with one (lovely) woman in exchange for her beautiful blue boat. The boat was a little heavy and it wouldn’t necessarily float (without a little TLC & superglue that is!) especially since it spent a few lonely, wet winters in the wild forests of Nanoose. But every so often we would walk by this sweet lil vessel and try to think of a plan for her {other than becoming the huge flower pot} that Lisa’s hubby kept threatening as her fate. Then it hit us! Like a broad-sided oar. Flowers. Float this boat in a field of fleurs. With a @sheworeflowersbride gown. Of course. Add in the prettiest most whimiscal cake {and only a Coastal Cake Company creation will do}. Then a floral crown from our fave genius ladies at Petal & Kettle: Parksville Florist & Tea Co.. Lastly, bring in the sweetest real life lovers (how does the island have all these beautiful people?!) and voila.”

We are in love with the gorgeous floral crown and the light blue cake sitting on a solitary ivory chair. The vintage blue boat ‘floating’ in a field of flowers is beautifully artistic. What an advertisement for having your wedding during floral season…imagine having your wedding party in a field of flowers. Foxgloves are Forever Bridal is truly inspiring for all couples looking for a naturally beautiful Vancouver Island wedding.

PHOTOS: Island Moments Photography | FLORAL: Petal & Kettle | GOWN: She Wore Flowers | BAKERY: Coastal Cake Company

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A boat filled with lush florals? A lakeside elopement? Yes, Please! This styled elopement was a collaboration between photographer Art + The Aerialist, Menze Visuals, and florist Kaye Fleur in Pitt Meadows, BC.  The location, a remote sandbar on Pitt Lake, was only accessible by boat, which certainly added to the adventure!

The fresh color pallet complements the classic Canadian landscape of deep green forests and pale blue mountain ranges by mixing bold floral and bohemian details. Kaye Fleur designed the shoot and bedecked the models with beautiful floral details, including a wristband, shoulder corsage, floral crown, alternative pocket square, and bouquet. She also designed a lush floral piece for the couple’s canoe, which framed an intricate custom macrame design by Forage and Lace.

The bride wore two outfits – a coral, one-shoulder jumpsuit and a blush gown – and our groom wore a navy suit. It was an unnaturally warm evening, so the couple went barefoot and got playful in the water and mud. The floating floral boat was the perfect showcase for canoodling on the water. The evening ended on the dock at dusk, where they popped a bottle of champagne to celebrate.

You are invited to another BC Elopement!

Photographer: art and the aerialist | Second Shooter: menze visuals | Models/Real Life Couple: Kyle & Rae-Maryse Nagy | Florals + Design: kaye fleur | Ribbon: dh styling | Macrame: forage and lace 

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