April 10, 2024
As the sun dipped below the horizon, Alicia and Garrett’s love bloomed at The Farm at South Mountain in Phoenix – a whimsical garden wedding venue.
You know, the goal is to marry the love of your life & everything else is extra.
These two? They did just that.
Here is a sneak peek into this couple’s Arizona wedding.
Finding Love in the Desert: The Farm at South Mountain
Nestled in Phoenix, The Farm at South Mountain provided the perfect backdrop for Alicia and Garrett’s non-traditional garden party. Its natural beauty complemented their love for Arizona, a place they’ve come to cherish despite not being natives.
Celebrating Unconventionality
At their wedding, guests’ seating was creatively arranged using vintage records, a nod to the couple’s eclectic tastes. The decor, featuring vibrant floral arrangements and quirky disco balls, reflected their playful personalities.
Their wedding colors were lilac purple, bright orange, light green to darker green tones, and burnt yellows mixed in. They weren’t afraid of utilizing color!
Embracing Simplicity: Skipping the Bridal Party
Alicia and Garrett decided against having a bridal party, opting for a more laid-back celebration. This choice spared their friends the stress of traditional roles and allowed everyone to focus on enjoying the day.
The PROS about NOT having a bridal party:
- More time for the couple to enjoy the moments with just themselves
- More time for photos with just the couple instead of big groups of people
- Having your day truly centered with just the two of you
- Shortens the ceremony
- The couple has more time with their guests to enjoy cocktail hour etc.
- No expectations from your friends
- If you are having a destination wedding, it leaves less stress for your friends attending.
- Less stress overall in planning and getting ready the morning of
- Won’t hurt any of your friends’ feelings if they weren’t a bridesmaid of groomsmen
- Avoid all Drama
As a reminder, it’s all personal preference what works for you and your boo. Center the day what truly matters. You can still incorporate your friends in other ways at your wedding
A Day Rooted in Love and Authenticity
From the heartfelt ceremony in the picturesque Stone Grove venue to the relaxed cocktail hour, every moment of Alicia and Garrett’s wedding exuded authenticity. Their love shone through, bringing joy to all in attendance.
Celebrating REAL Moments at The Farm at South Mountain
As the evening drew to a close, Alicia and Garrett danced under the stars, surrounded by loved ones. Their wedding at The Farm at South Mountain wasn’t just about saying “I do” – it was a reminder that weddings are about celebrating what truly matters: love, connection, and the beauty of being true to oneself.
CHECK OUT THEIR ENGAGEMENT SESSION: Desert Engagement Session in the Superstition Mountains
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Vendors:
Bride | @cyafahn
Planner | @riding_tandem
Photographer | @annetteambrose.photos
Florist | @formfloral
Venue | @thefarmarizona
HAMU | @lebeigebeauty
DJ | @ray.the.dj
Rentals | @dang.finerentals
Signage | @asterandpalm
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