Let’s Flamingle! An Elegant + Colorful Palm Springs Wedding

Elegant and Wacky Palm Springs Wedding

It’s a classic story with a not-so-classic ending: EmilyJane + Ramzi plus their crew of 70 “flocked over” to sunny Palm Springs from the east coast to soak up the mid-century vibes. But here’s the catch—EmilyJane + Ramzi specifically requested an “elegantly wacky” wedding day from the queen of color, Holly at Anything But Gray Events. We’ve seen classic in Palm Springs and boho in Palm Springs, but wacky in Palm Springs? Bring. It. On!

A flock of lawn flamingos, personalized details, and a colorful mid-century modern twist all came together at the Parker Palm Springs for a totally customized + nontraditional day.

Jenn Emerling was there to capture the fun in a way only she can—let’s flamingle, shall we?!

pink and green wedding invitation

An incredibly happy invitation suite by Cecile’s Paper Co. set the stage!

custom denim jackets

Green Wedding Style!

Elegant and Wacky Palm Springs Wedding

Oh yeah, girl!

Elegant and Wacky Palm Springs Wedding

Notice anything different about their wedding looks? Here’s the scoop from EmilyJane:

It was really important for us to have a non-tradition and colorful outfits. We went with a green theme for both the custom RMINE gown and veil as well as the custom Diplomat Outfitters tuxedo. It was definitely worth the expense to get one of a kind pieces made.

Elegant and Wacky Palm Springs Wedding

Bridal Party in All the Colors

Elegant and Wacky Palm Springs Wedding

When the bride opts for green, you can bet her bridesmaids will follow in colorful suite! And those bright blooms by Shindig Chic fit in just effortlessly.

Elegant and Wacky Palm Springs Wedding

Elegant and Wacky Palm Springs Wedding

Remember this fun groomsmen look when we get to the reception design!

Elegant and Wacky Palm Springs Wedding

pink peony bouquet

Amazing how flowers give off a vibe, right? This is the cheeriest bunch!

Streams of Color for a Sunny Ceremony

Elegant and Wacky Palm Springs Wedding

Speaking of absolutely cheery!

rainbow garland

Our Musical Choices

Processional: Can't Help Falling In Love by Elvis

Recessional: I Feel the Earth Move by Carole King

First Dance: Skipped!

Elegant and Wacky Palm Springs Wedding

Elegant and Wacky Palm Springs Wedding

Our Favorite Memory From The Wedding

Entering the beautiful reception space and being announced as a couple to all of our friends and family for the first time. That magical feeling will never leave my heart.

The wedding made us feel like we were transported to a whole other world. From inception to design concept to the wedding day, our celebration was exactly what we wanted it to be.

Flock Together to the Reception

Elegant and Wacky Palm Springs Wedding

lets flamingle

Anything But Gray Events added flamingos throughout the cocktail hour, signage, table decor, photobooth, displays, and cake! There were more than 150 lawn flamingos throughout cocktail hour alone!

Elegant and Wacky Palm Springs Wedding

flamingo escort cards

Elegant and Wacky Palm Springs Wedding

Look familiar? The combo between these pink Town and Country Rentals chairs and the palm linens from BBJ Linen paralleled with the groomsmen style!

Elegant and Wacky Palm Springs Wedding

Elegant and Wacky Palm Springs Wedding

Elegant and Wacky Palm Springs Wedding

Ca-uuuute.

Elegant and Wacky Palm Springs Wedding

Elegant and Wacky Palm Springs Wedding

rainbow ribbon garland

When it came to all the bites, Parker Palm Springs delivered! They even crafted this colorful cake from a sketch designed by Anything But Gray Events.

floral wedding cake

Our Advice To Those Planning Now

Create the wedding of your dreams and forget all the critics.

Hire a professional and seasoned wedding planner! It makes all the difference in the world! Also, trusting the vendors to execute on our vision without micromanaging decisions was key. Our wedding vendor dream team consistently produced amazing layouts and designs when given the creative space to do so.

Elegant and Wacky Palm Springs Wedding

A super-fun flamingo photo booth by Paper Moon Shoppe rounded out the night! And what a fun one it was :) All our congrats to EmilyJane + Ramzi!

photography: Jenn Emerling // venue name: Parker Palm Springs, Palm Springs, California, USA // event design: Anything But Gray Events // planning: Anything But Gray Events // florals: Shindig Chic // wedding dress: RMINE // hairpiece: RMINE // bride's shoes: Irregular Choice // bride's ring: The Tiny Jewel Box // hair stylist: Diamond Beauty Hair & Beauty // makeup artist: Diamond Beauty Hair & Beauty // groom attire: Diplomat Outfitters and Knotty Ties // groom's ring: Tiffany & Co. // paper goods: Cecile's Paper Co. // catering: The Parker Palm Springs // cake: The Parker Palm Springs // desserts: The Parker Palm Springs // tabletop rentals: Town and Country Rentals // furniture rentals: Town and Country Rentals // linen rentals: BBJ Linen // music: Dart Collective // officiant: JP Reynolds // lighting: Lights For Nights // photo booth: Paper Moon Shoppe // bridal jacket: Daily Disco // bride's engagement ring: Anna Sheffield

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