Rugged Romance: Edgy Meets Bohemian Desert Elopement Inspiration with Pops of Peach + Lavender

Rugged Desert Wedding Inspiration

For those of you that can never seem to get enough of the desert (yes, that is us!), we’re dishing up a major dose of edgy meets bohemian inspiration at Rimrock Ranch (just outside of Joshua Tree). The retro-rustic grounds set the stage for Not Another Workshop, hosted by Jarrod J. Photo and Melissa Rey Photo, and made the most beautiful setting for all the glitz and the glam.

The designer, Laura of Fawn Events, tells us: Staying true to the edgy vibe of the property, we created the ultimate “Rugged Valentine Elopement.” The soft palette consisting of pale peach, shades of lilac, ivory, and muted sage was the perfect balance to the rustic surroundings.

Let’s see all the desert magic Jarrod J. Photo captured!

pink invitation

Isn’t this invitation suite from Four Things Paper simply DIVINE?! We love the use of the translucent paper atop the blush and florals to give it a touch of elegance.

The Ensembles

Rugged Desert Wedding Inspiration

Letting the bouquet and the desert serve as the sources of color, the team chose these GLAM modern + sparkly looks.

Rugged Desert Wedding Inspiration

Rugged Desert Wedding Inspiration

We’re all for that sparkly bridal cape + those glittering shoes on the groom!

Rugged Desert Wedding Inspiration

Isn’t that Sweet Caroline Styles gown a dream?! We adore how it can be dressed up or down.

Rugged Desert Wedding Inspiration

The Ceremony Space

Rugged Desert Wedding Inspiration

Hellooooo, my rugged Valentine! Playing with pops of peach and lavender, along with tons of white to soften the look, The Dainty Lion Floral Co. created these floral pieces to frame the ceremony site.

Rugged Desert Wedding Inspiration

Rugged Desert Wedding Inspiration

Aren’t those colors brilliant together?

Rugged Desert Wedding Inspiration

Rugged Desert Wedding Inspiration

The lounge took on a romantic and whimsical feeling, but with a desert edge. It’s all about adding contrast with the stark black and white looks, and incorporating those playful pops of color from the florals.

Edge It Up

bride on motorcycle

Rugged Desert Wedding Inspiration

Tulle for days, Sweet Caroline Styles’ new line of gorgeous flowing skirts and beaded bodysuits added that extra element of sophisticated sass!

Rugged Desert Wedding Inspiration

Isn’t this DREAMY? Hair By Kayti served up this gorgeous hairstyle with some messy braids woven in, and Meg O’Hare made sure the ladies looked glam all day long.

Rugged Desert Wedding Inspiration

As if this day couldn’t get any dreamier, Four Things Paper hand-painted a helmet with the words, “Ride away with me baby,” to pair with the  vintage BMW bike.

Rugged Desert Wedding Inspiration

Who else would love to take wedding portraits with a motorcycle?

nothing fancy signage

Love this!!

The Tablescape That is Pure Romance

Rugged Desert Wedding Inspiration

Kimberly of The Dainty Lion lined the tablescape with lush blooms and soft textures to create this whimsical + ethereal feeling. Isn’t this just darling?!

Rugged Desert Wedding Inspiration

Rugged Desert Wedding Inspiration

Yep, it’s OFFICIAL, we adore peach and lavender together!

pink dinner napkin

More tablescapes like this, please!! Wouldn’t you love to dine at this table with pieces from Hostess Haven?

Rugged Desert Wedding Inspiration

Rugged Desert Wedding Inspiration

Rugged Desert Wedding Inspiration

Rugged Desert Wedding Inspiration

So GOOD! And that bridal crown from MJF Bridal? Heavenly.

pink flower wedding cake

To top it all off, Sugar Crush Sweets created a cake covered in frosted petals and the most beautiful spread of mini desserts including macarons, cream puffs and eclairs.

photography: Jarrod J Photo (photo + host) // venue name: Rimrock Ranch, Pioneer Town, California, USA // event design: Fawn Events // planning: Fawn Events // florals: The Dainty Lion Floral Co. // wedding dress: Sweet Caroline Styles // hairpiece: MJF Bridal (crowns + veils) // hair stylist: Hair By Kayti // makeup artist: Meg O'Hare // groom attire: Friar Tux // paper goods: Four Things Paper // calligraphy: Four Things Paper // cake: Sugar Crush Sweets // desserts: Sugar Crush Sweets // tabletop rentals: Hostess Haven // specialty rentals: Papillon Rentals // models: Devin Joos, Kendall Cleveland, Joey Wilson and Anna Cate // accessories: Petals and Stones // second host: Melissa Rey

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