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Malibu Forest DIY Wedding: Stunning Details & Handmade Magic

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Bridesmaids in floral robes

Carly and Alex said “I do” in the Malibu forest at the lovely Malibu Phoenix venue. Almost every single detail of their day was DIY. A bridesmaid made their cakes, the bride designed her own dress, mismatched ivory bridesmaid dresses were all unique and vintage, and the bride made all her reception details. These two love nature, family, and each other, and their day was an absolute reflection of that.
There’s so much love bursting from the seams of this Malibu forest DIY wedding that we couldn’t fit it all in! See every darling detail in the full gallery here, beautifully captured by Intuitive Images Photography.

Beaded back wedding dress gown sheer elegant vintage

Light blue strappy high heel wedding shoes on white bed

Bridesmaids in beige dresses and rustic bouquets outdoors

Bride holds wildflower bouquet in lace wedding dress

Bride flower girls with cascading bouquets outdoors

Groomsmen in suspenders bow ties and baby wedding style

Couple in wedding attire outdoors

Boho chic couple embracing in forest wedding portrait

One of the details of this wedding that you absolutely cannot ignore, are the darling scrapbook-esque escort cards. Each one is completely unique and together hung in the frames create a stunning display.

Love chalkboard sign with ornate wooden frame on green grass

Sign the globe wedding guest book unique decoration

Wedding gifts and cards display

Rustic wedding seating chart display with ribbons frames

Rustic wedding seating chart with handmade name tags

The bride DIY’ed her heart out for her wedding. From the sweetheart table to the S’mores station; the flowers were also by the bride. She went to the downtown flower district the day before her wedding and chose from what was in season.

Flower girls and grandma walking on path with petals

Couple holding hands at outdoor wedding

Boho wedding in the woods with bride and groom hugging

If you can’t decide which two…or three, or four cake flavors you want at your wedding, let’s just face it, we all love cake, then no problem! Just have a range of smaller cakes and that way you get a large variety of flavors and designs!

Outdoor wedding reception with custom Love Potion beer favors

Colorful floral centerpiece on a table

Elegant table setting with plates, cutlery, and lace tablecloth

Romantic outdoor table setting with vintage chandelier and lights

Romantic wedding celebration with couple in black and white

Smores station with decorations and desserts for a party

White tiered wedding cakes with floral icing and vintage charm

Bride and groom cutting wedding cake at outdoor reception

Dancing at a party with a Boogie sign lit up in the night

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Bouquet: Antoinette Powell
Bride's Earrings: Antique Faire from Mychele Chamberlin
Bride's Ring: Agaurius Jewelers
Bride's Shoes: Zigi Soho
Bridesmaid's Custom Robes: SuperStoked Inc.
Cake: Sarah Miller
Caterer: MAX CITY BBQ
Dress: Designed by the Bride and constructed by L'ezu Atelier
Groom's Attire: JF Ferrar & Express Men
Groom's Shoes: Stacey Adams
Hair: Shannon Johnston
Make up: Malissa Miller
Officiant: Caitlin Doughty
Photographer: Intuitive Images Photography
Prop Rental & Coordinator: Timeless Love Events
Venue: Malibu Phoenix

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