Rebellious Idea - Beach Bohemian Wedding

http://laviebohemestyle.blogspot.com/
"To days of inspiration,
playing hookey, making
something out of nothing,
the need to express---
To communicate,
to going against the grain,
going insane, going mad" -- Jonathan Larson (La Vie Boheme, The RENT Musical)


Hello Rebellious Brides,

Greetings from rainy Surigao City!

First of all, I am a big fan of your blog. I super love the bora hop wedding and Mica's anti-white gown. I'm writing to hopefully start a rebellious bride discussion. The fiance and I are planning to have our wedding in the place where it all began -- Boracay. Being former Boracay residents, we wanted to have a fun casual wedding which will capture the essence of our island life. I really want a Beach Bohemian theme, and I am hoping to get some ideas from former Boracay brides, and fellow rebellious brides since I am finding it hard to research for this kind of theme in sites here in the Philippines (I haven't seen any wedding featured with the same theme). I hope to hear from you soon!


Lots of love,
Jen


bcfamily.ca
I love Bohemianism! I am perhaps not you would call a hardcore, but I've always thought that I am a Bohemian at heart. Bohemianism is in essence going against convention. It's about finding "Freedom, Beauty, Truth, and Love" --some would say that these are the most basic doctrines of the Bohemian culture. Lifestyle and style-wise this translates to the most organic, most natural, and most free-spirited you could ever go for. 

It would even be hypocritical to "dictate" what a Bohemian Beach wedding should look like for the simple reason that the very core of being Bohemian is having no rules at all. 

While we will try our best here to churn out as much ideas as we can share, all I can say is, find it from within. 

Personally when I think of Bohemian the first thing that pops into my head are hues of turquoise, mood rings, eccentric fabrics, unkempt flowers, Moulin Rouge, Jonathan Larson (The RENT Musical), Drew Barrymore, among other points of inspiration. But what does Bohemian mean to you and your groom? If you love Boracay, and if you want a Boho Beach wedding, the answer lies basically on how you enjoy the island in its natural state. No frills, no fuss. Let the island guide you. And if you really MUST look for wedding pegs and you are finding it hard to look for some, then DON'T LOOK AT WEDDING PEGS. Search for the Bohemian lifestyle instead. That's where you will find your inspiration--from icons, to artists, to interior designs, maybe even songs, a flower, a fabric print--think of what resonates with you the most and convert it into the wedding of your dreams. 

Here are some ideas just to keep the ball rolling! 

All the ideas you will see below are keeping in mind that a Bohemian wedding has been done a million times over. Mostly, these Boho weddings go for the softer look. What you will see here is a more contemporary take on the Boho Beach vibe. More pops of color, more on the "no rules" edge, more on the freedom of expression.  


The Rebellious Boho Beach Bride

L-R: Boho Striped Gown (theivorydahlia.blogspot.com) / 
DIY Wreaths (fashionmargoggirl.blogspot.com)

If you are rebellious enough to take the plunge, I think a Boho beach wedding is not just perfect for the anti-white gown, but even perfect for the PRINTED gown. Instead of a veil, go for a DIY wreath but use colors that really POP.

The Rebellious Boho Beach Groom

L-R: Jack Johnson (http://www.last.fm) / Graphic Tees (ampersanddesignstudio.com)

If you are rebellious enough to ALLOW your groom to wear something very very laid back that is the Boho beach vibe, I'd take inspiration from a poet or an artist. For instance, singer/songwriter Jack Johnson is the epitome of beach coolness--perhaps we can see the groom riding a bike to the ceremony? Then have him wear an UBER wicked graphic tee with an artwork that was especially made just for the wedding--for an added touch of being formal at the very least, he can wear a linen suit over it.

The Flowers

L-R: Giant Paper Flowers (thelovelydept.com and designsponge.com)

Most previously executed Boho weddings have used fresh flowers that are not arranged--like it was just freshly picked that morning. But for a more updated take on things, how about going for giant flowers instead? They can serve as your ceremonial arc, and you can carry just a single one to walk down the aisle to! It creates an added whimsy, and such a refreshing thing to see on the beach!

The Entourage

L-R: Gypsy Bohemian Girls (thatbohemiangirl.tumblr.com and 
yellowbohemia.wordpress.com)

Since we are going for the more contemporary and edgier Boho look, have the entourage styled like sexy Bohemian gypsy girls with makeup that really pops, and with accessories that are so "effortlessly cool" with printed turbans or head pieces and layered chunky accessories.

The Ceremony

L-R: The Tree Planting Ceremony (greenweddingshoes.com)

Bohemians create their own rules pretty much. For the beach front ceremony, how about adding your very own tradition? Just like the couple in the picture who created their own "tree planting ceremony", how about incorporating in your wedding a "Boho painting ceremony" where you and your groom will paint together the words "Freedom, Beauty, Truth, and Love" in either blank canvases or shells, and vow to imbibe these things in your marriage.

The Anti-Reception

L-R: Manana, Boracay (dontaskmetosmile.wordpress.com and
jinlovestoeat.com)

What do you guys love most about Boracay? Honestly, if we still had the time (and budget) to add another stop in our Bora Hop, we would have added Manana. Pick the most significant place in Boracay for the both of you and have your reception there. If Manana is something that speaks to you as well, I would say go for it! The place has 2 floors plus a beach front! And the food?--- Still one of my favorites of all time! 

Read on for more ideas!

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Rebellious Couple - Brian & Apple's Customized & Interactive Vintage Wedding

I hope that you can feature our wedding as I wanted your blog feature to serve as a surprise post-wedding gift and tribute to my husband for ALL the efforts that he has put into our wedding. :) -- Rebellious Bride Apple

We LOVE surprises so your wish is our command our dear Rebellious Bride Apple! So Brian? This is for you! :)

There are a lot of ways to do a Vintage wedding. In fact, the theme itself is actually more on the classic, traditional side. But once in a blue moon we chance upon rebellious couples who gravitate towards this particular theme yet they manage to make an otherwise traditional theme into something fresh and new. This is the case with Rebellious Couple Brian & Apple who created an Art Deco Vintage wedding with a lot of customized crafty details, and executed a lot of engaging interactive twists to their wedding that are beyond real! Just a teaser of how they made things interactive for guests? Their invitations were sooooooo detailed it's almost like a Customer Relationship Marketing type of thing where they created various versions of their invitation design depending on the personality of each guest, then once you RSVP, you even receive a KEY to the reception! Amazing! 

But first, before I start gushing and rambling about the things we love about this rebellious wedding, here are excerpts from Rebellious Bride Apple's email :)


Photo by JROAN Photography
Dear Rebellious Brides,

Soon after Brian proposed, I started looking at wedding blogs for wedding ideas (including your blog!). I was instantly inspired by so many of the couple’s creativity and amazing DIY projects. I soon realized that even with a limited budget, my keenness for craftiness, help from my husband and a year to plan, DIY handmade ideas was the way to go for us to have a wedding that was “TOTALLY US.”

Brian and I are pretty laid back, so we wanted our wedding environment and celebration style to give our family and friends the feeling that they were invited over to their home for a party. We quickly fell in love with our venue because it had the old homey and backyard feel we wanted and could easily be customized into the vintage + fun ambiance we were going for. Needless to say, Brian and I (yes, my groom actually did some handcrafted items, too!) made the perfect day happen for the two of us!

......I am of course very grateful to Brian (my husband) who folded and cut papers, glued and sewn items, boxed up crafts, and most importantly, stayed with me every step of the way.

.....I hope that you can feature our wedding as I wanted your blog feature to serve as a surprise post-wedding gift and tribute to my husband for ALL the efforts that he has put into our wedding. :)

With much love and excitement, Apple 

Brian & Apple's wedding is literally bursting with so many fresh new ideas! We've categorized their ideas into three parts: 1) Rebellious Twists, 2) Crafty Customized Ideas, and 3) Interactive Ideas 

This is a long blog feature folks but it is so worth the read! SO MANY IDEAS! Read on and enjoy! :)

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Rebellious Wedding Ideas from Hollywood

Estee Stanley's masked celebrity guests (http://bonmariage.blogspot.com)

Hollywood is oozing with talent and creativity. Home to trendsetters and celebrities who have the vision to create their own mark in the industry, it's no surprise that rebellious wedding ideas crop up here and there. Take inspiration from some of the brilliant ideas invented by Tinseltown's greatest. 

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We Do It For Love goes Crazy in Love (Teaser)

Literally! Gem and Jay-r's love story is pure crazy in many sense of the word. Plus, this couple is really close to my heart since the bride-to-be is my youngest sister :) 

From the brainstorming to D-I-Ying for the props to the shoot itself, it was one helluva crazy ride. Much thanks to We Do It For Love for being wholeheartedly game. They went on board the crazy boat from the very beginning. I just love the energy of the whole concept! Awesome, guys!

Here's a teaser from our shoot:

Someone got hooked!

For more baliw-baliwan behind-the-scene shots (of the crew themselves), click below!
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A Rebellious Wedding on Friday the 13th

Denise & Bogey
"My rebellious wedding is coming up!! Friday the 13th, April 2012! :P"
-- Rebellious Bride Denise Gonzales

The other day, we blogged about finding out if any couple got married during April Fools Day. Sadly, we haven't received any emails yet. But one couple we know, is just in a whole other level of courageous rebelliousness. They didn't have a wedding on April Fools Day--they are having their wedding on April 13, 2012 and yes folks, the 13th falls on a FRIDAY.

We couldn't resist having Denise & Bogey in our blog even before their actual wedding because we want to applaud, salute, and celebrate their no "BS" attitude! So read on to know more about this couple and their wedding date!

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The Archie Comics Prenup

I was just about to create a Rebellious Wedding Idea out of the Archie Comics (because Summer somehow reminds me of the gang). Then *bam!* as if Nico Lavarez, Creative Director of Visionary Photography Hub just read my rebellious mind, he shares with us this prenup shoot.  Thank goodness I haven't written my draft yet!

There are photo shoots that don't need that much writing to sell it. And this is one of those shoots. The work, the concept, the couple, just speaks rebelliously by itself. Enjoy!

Jervy Santiago for Visionary Photography Hub



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