Styled Shoot: Modern Shabby Chic Wedding

This is a very exciting photo shoot for the Abby Mitchell Events team! Not only were we were thrilled to have been featured on one of our favorite blogs, Wedding Chicks, but this shoot is also the product of our first Intern Design Challenge. During the Intern Design Challenge, interns were put into pairs, and had the task of planning each other's dream wedding. The winner and creative mind behind this shoot was intern rockstar, Jenna Bezzole. We are so proud of her design concept!

The concept behind this feature was to create a fresh take on a shabby chic wedding without resorting to cliche design elements that are often used. We also wanted to show design aspects that were pretty and romantic, but also attainable on any budget! Jessica Yates Photography captured these beautiful photos showcasing the hard work put forth from our talented vendor friends. Be sure to check them out below! 

Artistry in Bloom constructed a one of a kind bouquet for us with beautiful pink roses, peach ranunculus, and all natural cotton. The perfect balance of girly and rustic!

The gals at Vivo Salon did an INCREDIBLE job glamming up our models, and helping us add florals to the hairstyles. 

Hand-painted cake tier sandwiched between tiers of strawberry shortcake, and cascading with fresh berries and flowers?! Tanya with Style by the Slice, never ceases to amaze us! 

Brides and bridesmaids were perfectly outfitted with attire from Norman's Bridal. The flowing Allure Bridal gown paired with the sparkly head piece was absolute perfection! 

Photography: Jessica Yates Photography

Coordination: Abby Mitchell Events and Design 

Bridal Attire and Bridesmaid Dresses: Norman's Bridal

Floral Design: Artistry in Bloom 

Venue: The Round Bard on Clear Creek 

Cake: Style by the Slice

Salon: Vivo Salon

Invitations: Elizabeth Hakes

Plates, Chargers, and Rosette Runners: Eventful Rental
Harvest Table, Chairs, and Stools: Swept Away Rentals
Goblets and Flatware: SBBon Events
Cake Stand: Mix and Mingle Rentals 

Lace Chair Covers and Hand Painted Runner: Abby Mitchell Events and Design 

Behind the Scenes Wedding: Mandy and Ian

You might remember Mandy and Ian's fun and spunky relationship from their previous "Getting to know you" post. They are so full of life and adventure. Mandy is from Germany and there were lots of German traditions incorporated in the wedding. 

The big day took place at The Round Barn with a ceremony outside and the reception inside. It was a beautiful sunny day and guests were in great spirits as they danced the night away thanks to Brookline Station - the awesome band. 

Mandy and her beautiful maids all in their own color dress. 

Flowers were yellows, creams, and sprigs of lavender. The archway in the barn that served as their ceremony backdrop was hung with purple floral vines as well. 

Ceremony set up. 

Funny moment: right as we set up this seating arrangement sign it knocked over the tiered stand holding all the programs and we had to chase them down in the wind and set the whole thing back up... with the help of some heavy rocks the second time haha!

Guests tossed dried flower petals at the couple as they made their way back down the isle. 

A very Eco friendly couple, all the dining sets were earth friendly and made from recycled materials. 

Instead of table numbers guests were assigned to tables named after animals :) 

Brookline Station doing their thing! 

I love this picture of Mandy! This is just after their first German tradition of sawing a log in half together :) 

On to the next one! The wedding party breaks porcelain objects and then the couple has to clean them up. It demonstrates them being able to work together. 

We had some fun in the photobooth from Eventful Rentals! Lynlee's Jamaican hat is killing me haha!!! They also brought a light up bar for the night! 

Congrats to the happy couple! You two were so much fun!!