We’re in the height of summer right now. Temps are high, the sun is shining, and there’s just something about this time of year that has a magical fresh-picked feeling.
It’s the perfect moment to share with you this “Midsummer Muse” wedding shoot from Sifted + Sugared and a creative team of SoCal vendors that explores a *hot* new take on the wildly popular micro wedding trend.
The overall goal of the editorial? Keep things small but also so sophisticated, “blending high design with a sense of intimacy and warmth.” The colors are rich. The design vibe is delightfully modern. And The Garden House in San Diego, with its gorgeous garden, shines as a perfect greenhouse wedding venue.
“Every detail was thoughtfully designed to feel both refined and relaxed,” says Marissa of Sifted + Sugared. Talk about best of both worlds.
The team distilled its unique aesthetic down to “European garden romance with sculptural florals, fruit-forward styling, and elevated textures,” and Dehaan Photo captured the signature high summer chic with every beautiful shot.
“Midsummer Muse” was created for anyone “who values artful living and meaningful design- someone who’d trade a ballroom for a sun-drenched garden and a traditional bouquet for a basket of figs,” Marissa adds.
“This editorial isn’t just about pretty details (though there are plenty); it’s about redefining what a wedding day can feel like: intentional, personal, and wildly beautiful.“
A little bit art deco. A little bit cottage core. Vida Creative nailed it with the arched details, plaid envelope liners, and romantic purples + greens of these modern wedding invites!
A full-bloom summer wedding definitely calls for a custom welcome sign bursting with fresh florals. Brilliant work, Boho Babes!
You can help your guests beat the heat at a peak summer wedding by pairing your typical glass of bubbly with one of our fave wedding dessert ideas: frozen treats!
Swoonful supplied the shoot with its *super cool* Italian ice pops.
We LOVE the bold, maximalist print of this dreamy wedding reception seating chart’s leafy green wallpaper.
And of course, we are totally smitten with the idea of small woven baskets assigned to each guest, overflowing with fresh, colorful fruit – which doubles as the sweetest favor!
This stunner of a structured bodice strapless gown came from Blushing Bride. So simple yet sophisticated!
In love with the fact that these bold, summer-tone bridesmaid dresses perfectly match the fruit in the escort baskets 😍
Tinted glass stemware is such a great way to replace a typically low-key element of a day’s design with an eye-catching pop of color.
Faithful Beauty created the gorgeous, glam waves of this wedding hairstyle, and the shoot’s warm + sexy bridal makeup was by Omiglam Makeup.
Gather in the Greenhouse
At GWS, we really do adore a greenhouse wedding. There’s just something so romantic about that indoor-outdoor atmosphere. This intimate + enchanted Michigan wedding, this Dalí-meets-Wes Anderson Oregon wedding, and this funky floral California wedding are some of our other faves.
And check out our collection of greenhouse wedding venue ideas if glass walls + greenery are feeling like your vibe!
The light wood fluted base banquet table. The arched-back guest seating. These furniture elements from The Chiavari Guys were the definition midsummer modern.
Also, how gorg are these sculptural statement piece floral arrangements from Destined To Be Florals? Nothing says high summer like full-bloom hydrangeas + roses.
Every table decor detail from The Darling Dish was pitch perfect for the shoot’s relaxed-meets-refined vibe. That garden party-ready woven cane bottom glassware!
Love the combination of the old world vibes of these brass candlesticks balanced with the modern twisted white taper candles!
Cut Me a Slice!
One of the major pros of a micro wedding? When you’re not feeding a zillion guests, you can have a beyond-adorable small wedding cake like this one!
Not only did Sifted + Sugared handle all things planning + event design for this shoot, they were also behind the baking of this beautiful orchid-adorned avocado green cake!
Our Advice
Our advice for modern brides? Don’t be afraid to break the mold. Add that pop of chartreuse. Mix satin with rattan. Layer fruit with florals. The magic happens in the mix.
Do not miss our small wedding idea guide to start planning a micro wedding of your own!
See more from this day in the video below by Edelweiss Photos.
SO glad this “Midsummer Muse” editorial is here to inspire all the couples out there currently planning their own summer nuptials and intimate micro weddings! Congrats to the whole team!!
Wedding Vendors
Photography: Dehaan Photo // Venue: European Garden House // Event Design: Sifted and Sugared Studio // Florals: Destined to be Florals // Dress Boutique: Blushing Bride SoCal // Hair Stylist: Faithful Beauty // Makeup Artist: Omi Glam Makeup // Videography: Edelweiss Photos // Paper Goods: Vida Creative // Cake: Sifted and Sugared // Tabletop Rentals: The Darling Dish // Furniture Rentals: The Chiavari Guys // Models: Ashley Kratz // content creator: Love Note Media // italian ice bar: Swoonful // signage: Details by Boho Babes // vinyl wrap:: Bloom Prints LLC
