Modern + Elegant VS Wild + Free Elopement in Joshua Tree—Choose Your Fave!

Elopement Two Ways in Joshua Tree

Do you remember those choose your own adventure books from your childhood? Well today, my friends, we’re doing something a little similar. But this adventure ends with a happily ever after—and one that is styled to perfection, we might add!

Do you have an affinity for all things modern and elegant? Perhaps you like minimalism, but with a pop of color? Well then, we have a feeling you’re going to love Laurel Street Events take on a sort of classic wedding. Or…do you prefer things to be a little unique, different. Would you forgo the traditional white wedding dress, say for something in a bold hue? Do you have a penchant for bohemian stylings and a more of a wild side? Then you’re going to love the wild + free look today!

Who knows—you might end up loving elements from both styles…we can’t wait to hear what you think! Now, let’s take a gander at all the photos snapped by Lindsay Hackney at The Joshua Tree House!

Modern Elegance

wedding invitation suite

If you’re wanting to mix two different styles, it works well to go with a minimal color palette in most places, and then mix in bold pops elsewhere. Isn’t this invitation suite from AMR Calligraphy so pretty? The yellow florals added even more dimension and tied in hues you’ll see later on… :)

BHLDN wedding dress

Lindsay Hackney shares: One of the things I hear so often from couples these days is that they want an intimate ceremony, but they also don’t want to miss out on a more traditional celebration with loved ones. Who says you can’t do both?

tropical yellow bouqute

light colored groom suit

Looking so dapper in this J.Crew ensemble!

Elopement Two Ways in Joshua Tree

Isn’t that BHLDN dress a dream?

Elopement Two Ways in Joshua Tree

A Classic Tablescape

Elopement Two Ways in Joshua Tree

Bringing in wood accents and neutral elements, along with all the dazzling florals from Apotheca Flower Shoppe, this darling tablescape could work with so many different styles!

Elopement Two Ways in Joshua Tree

Elopement Two Ways in Joshua Tree

We’re big fans of the mustard hues to add playful pops to the otherwise minimalistic look.

Elopement Two Ways in Joshua Tree

Elopement Two Ways in Joshua Tree

The best way to round out a tablescape? Adding a copious amount of fruits, of course!!

yellow floral wedding cake

And then there was the masterpiece of a cake by Autumn Nomad!

Wild + Free

Elopement Two Ways in Joshua Tree

The transformation for the bride took just minutes with the help of her hair and makeup team, Hair by Kayti + Jenny Face

Leanne Marshall Dress

To switch up the look, the bride switched in to this gold gown from Leanne Marshall.

Elopement Two Ways in Joshua Tree

Saving this hairstyle FOREVER!! We’re digging that messy fishtail!

Making Use of the Environment

Elopement Two Ways in Joshua Tree

Elopement Two Ways in Joshua Tree

The backdrop was kept minimal in order to let the surrounding environment shine.

tropical yellow bouquet

The same bouquet from Apotheca Flower Shoppe, but it takes on a whole new look when complemented by the gold gown!

Elopement Two Ways in Joshua Tree

Elopement Two Ways in Joshua Tree

Leanne Marshall Dress

Fancy this colorful gown? See Our Favorite Wedding Dresses with a Pop of Color!

Flowers for Days

Elopement Two Ways in Joshua Tree

Perhaps you want both a modern and classic look…but then more bohemian portraits with your love. This here is proof that you can quickly switch things up with just a few changes (hair, makeup, + dress!)

Elopement Two Ways in Joshua Tree

Elopement Two Ways in Joshua Tree

floral purse

Elopement Two Ways in Joshua Tree

It’s amazing how the lighting made such a difference to the appearance of the tablescape!

Elopement Two Ways in Joshua Tree

Elopement Two Ways in Joshua Tree

Leanne Marshall Dress

Like a dream! So, we’d love to hear—do you prefer the modern + classic look, or would you rock the more wild + free one? Perhaps you’re inspired to do both? Let us know in the comments below!

photography: Lindsay Hackney // venue name: The Joshua Tree House, Joshua Tree, California, USA // event design: Laurel Street Events // planning: Lindsay Hackney + Apotheca Flower Shoppe // florals: Apotheca Flower Shoppe // wedding dress: BHLDN (white dress) // wedding dress boutique: Leanne Marshall (gold dress) // hair stylist: Hair by Kayti // makeup artist: Jenny Face // groom attire: J.Crew // paper goods: AMR Calligraphy // cake: Autumn Nomad // models: Genevieve Abell and Joshua Butler // bride's earrings: J.Crew // bride's handbag: Cult Gaia // ceramics: Raba Marfa

Explore: