This gem of a wedding was sent over by the lovely Abi of Abi Q Photography! The couple, Laura + Phil, were super resourceful and found or made almost every single thing in their wedding!!! From thrift store items to family heirlooms, everything they incorporated into their day was uniquely them.

More from the bride, Laura:

We love all things vintage and our family, so of course we would start there. We scoured thrift stores to find the treasures that made up our wedding. Frames, the groomsmen suits, books, suitcases, you name it….. we found it at a thrift store! We are also very family oriented people so we wanted to reflect how much we love and honor our family. Several things in the wedding we borrowed from our parents and grandparents. It was special using their things to start our new life together.

My mom and sister, my maid of honor, went with me to the LA flower mart, then bought and arranged all the bouquets, arrangements, boutonnieres, etc. This saves a ridiculous amount of money. Do it!

I made my veil. All the veils I saw or found online were about $60+ and didn’t look like me. SO I went to downtown LA and found the material and flowers and made it in about 3 mins for $7.

Almost everything you see, my wonderful husband and I either found or made. Every dollar you can save adds up when planning a wedding. DIY as much a possible!

Some advice from Laura:

Create your wedding to reflect you and your fiance! Phil and I brainstormed what was really important to us before we started planning and that was the best way to start. We had a clear idea in mind and we stuck with it. Secondly, hire and Day-of wedding coordinator. On your wedding day you want to sit back and enjoy. Pick someone who isn’t afraid to make decisions and let them do it! Thirdly, do your vendor research. There are people who you will naturally click with, and people that make you think you took crazy pills. Be picky, it’s worth it! Lastly, enjoy your entire wedding day. Little things will go wrong, just laugh them off. They are not worth ruining your day. Savor getting your hair done, walking down the aisle, seeing your fiance eyes light up when he catches a glimpse of you, saying your vows with all your heart, and beginning the wonderful journey of marriage with the love of your life.

Wedding Vendors:

Photographer: Abi Q Photography
Venue: Freedom Church
Bridal Gown Rental: One Night Affair
Bride’s Shoes: Baker’s