A Whimsical and Romantic Rustic Wedding in Alabama

As written by the bride Amber . . .
Ismael and I did not want a traditional wedding. We wanted a whimsical experience that was a true representation of our personalities and relationship.  I have always loved the rustic and romantic feel of a barn so we decided to get married in the red barn at The American Village in Montevallo, AL.

The ceremony was in the barn and after we asked everyone to go to the courtyard beside it for bottled cokes. While guest were mingling in the courtyard the barn was then transformed for the reception.

I had dreamed of having a brooch bouquet but thought it would not be possible until Ismael surprised me. He had been working with Jennifer from The Ritzy Rose to create the perfect bouquet. It was a dream come true to receive that as my wedding gift from him.

My favorite thing about our reception was our dessert bar created by Proper Measures. It was themed around the movie UP since that was one of our favorites with balloons for a background and a perfect color palette. We had an amazing wedding cake and lots of other desserts which included oatmeal creme pies, macaroons and cake bites. The children’s area also had a candy table. We had a photo booth which made for great pictures of everyone for us to view after the wedding. Our giveaway was the little red I AM LOVED pins...perfect cheap giveaway!

To see the rest of Amber & Ismael's wedding, please visit pages 20-23
of the July issue of The Best Wedding Sites Magazine.

Photographer: Jeff Hall Photography
Venue: Red Barn, The American Village
Brooch Bouquet: The Ritzy Rose

To see the rest of Amber & Ismael's wedding, please visit pages 20-23
of the July issue of The Best Wedding Sites Magazine.