If you have even one little creative bone in your body, you’ve likely caught the DIY bug as you’ve plunged into the wedding planning process. Good for you! In addition to being a smart way to cut costs, it can also be a fun way to ensure your vision and personal taste shine through in all of the details.
Of course, it’s always wise to know when to take on a tempting project yourself and when to call on a pro for help. (Hint: Any notions of baking your own cake or arranging your own flowers are probably overly ambitious if you plan to enjoy your big day.
Even professional photographers hire someone to shoot their wedding photos!) If you’re up for a creative outlet that will add meaning to your nuptials, take inspiration in some of these recent touches — some with a DIY bent. Each was captured at a top local venue by some of the desert’s most talented photographers.
2. Big Balloon Prop
photo by heather kincaid
Shot taken at the Avalon Hotel Palm Springs (the former Viceroy).
3. Custom-Made Bridal Shoes
photo by leslie nall photography
Created by Debra Horvel Footwear.
4. Long King's Tables
photo by Sun and Sparrow Photographers
Created by April Suess, The Bride & I at Cree Estate.
5. Wine Bottle Centerpieces
photo by Steven Wayne Photography
Shot at Miramonte Resort & Spa in Indian Wells.
6. Play Croquet
photo by michael segal photography
Shot at Parker Palm Springs.
7. Mr. and Mrs. Chairs
photo by brooke bakken
Created by Artisan Floral Event Décor at the Parker Palm Springs.
8. Tiny Guest List
photo by ashley laPrade
Shot at Omni Rancho Las Palmas Resort & Spa.
9. Melon Gazpacho Shooters
photo by mathieu photography
Shot at The Saguaro Palm Springs.
10. Streamer Wands
photo by matieu photography
Shot at The Saguaro Palm Springs.
11. Dancing Down the Aisle
photo courtesy of colony 29
Turn the walk down the aisle into an impromptu dance.
12. Gotta Wear Shades
photo by EP Love Photography
Created by Artisan Floral Event Décor in the desert landscape.
13. Blue Tuxedo Jacket
photo by ashley durham studios
Shot at Henry Mancini Estate.
14. Hot Pink Bridal Gown
photo by christine arnold photography
Shot at the Parker Palm Springs.
15. Keep Calm and Vacation on Gift Totel for Guests
photo by christine arnold photography
Created by Artisan Floral Event Décor and shot at Avalon Hotel Palm Springs.
16. Barefoot Bride
photo by Matthew David Studio
Shot at Sparrows Lodge in Palm Springs.
17. Confetti Dance Party
photo by Michael Segal Photography
Created by Artisan Floral Event Décor and shot at the Parker Palm Springs.
18. Limbo Lower
photo by katie mcgihon photography
Shot at Frederick Lowe Estate.
19. Floating Initials
photo by Ashley durham studios
Shot at the Henry Mancini Estate.
20. Rustic Touches
photo by sun and sparrow photography
Created by April Suess, The Bride & I at Cree Estate.
21. Boudoir Photos for the Groom
photo by ashley Durham studios
Shot at the Avalon Hotel Palm Springs.