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Colorful Yosemite elopement

May 4, 2018
Colorful Yosemite elopement and picnic

So, how about one more bold, colorful wedding theme to end this first week of May? (We’ll assume you already fawned over this neo-pop art shoot and Frida-inspired wedding from yesterday.) Kristine Herman Photography sent over a Yosemite elopement editorial she captured at Glacier Point, and it’s full of cheerful tones and whimsical details set against one of the world’s most epic backdrops:

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Kristine says, Elise of Brannan Events and I based this shoot around the adventurous, free spirited and fun loving couple with a bohemian twist. We started at Glacier Point with views of Half Dome as the backdrop for the ceremony on a beautiful Summer day. We kept everything simple to showcase nature but still with attention to detail with Tumbleweed Floral Truck horseshoe floral arrangement that was broken for a more unique look and the beautiful rugs.

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Pretty watercolors and patterns in this invitation suite calligraphed by Honey Brush Design.

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They kept everything bright and fun for the laidback reception in the Yosemite Valley, complete with rugs and indigo details.

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Super into our mountain bride’s boho BHLDN dress.

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This pale blue is so lovely for a spring bridesmaid, don’t you think?

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Thanks to Kristine + the talented folks below for inspiring our weekends ahead…

Photography: Kristine Herman Photography / Location: Glacier Point & Yosemite Valley / Design & Planning: Brannan Events & Design / Floral Design Tumbleweed Floral Truck / Hair: Tay C Styles / Makeup: Allie Nicole MUA / Invitations & Calligraphy: Honey Brush Design / Rentals Bright Event Rentals / Specialty Rentals: Botanical Events / Linens: Party Crush Studio / Dresses: BHLDN from the Walnut Creek Anthropologie / Models Ashley Grimaldi, America Whitten, Jason Orloff, & Alec Howard