Alyssa + Howard's Vintage Michigan Wedding

I have a very soft spot for Michigan weddings since I got married in Detroit, so this gorgeous vintage wedding in Ann Arbor makes my heart skip a beat. If that wasn’t enough reason for me to squeal to the point where my neighbors may think I am crazy, Jessica Johnston was the photographer in charge of capturing this wedding. A little side note, she was my very own wedding photographer. So needless to say, I am very excited to share another vintage wedding shot by Jessica and Nate Johnston.

The bride did everything herself, from the wedding cake to the flowers. Alyssa found her vintage wedding dress on eBay and her t strap shoes are Channel. They got married in her parents’ backyard in Ann Arbor, Michigan. The only vendor they hired besides the photographers was the caterer, by Katherine’s Catering. I am blown away with her bouquet. If Alyssa doesn’t own a flower shop, she should definitely consider it!

Vintage DIY Wedding in Ann Arbor Michigan by Jessica Johnston
Vintage DIY Wedding in Ann Arbor Michigan by Jessica Johnston
Vintage DIY Wedding in Ann Arbor Michigan by Jessica Johnston
Vintage DIY Wedding in Ann Arbor Michigan by Jessica Johnston
Vintage Cake Topper Ann Arbor Michigan by Jessica Johnston
Vintage DIY Wedding in Ann Arbor Michigan by Jessica Johnston

Jessica Johnston is based in Ann Arbor, Michigan but loves to travel worldwide. Click here to here more images from this wedding.

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Category: Real Weddings, Vintage Weddings

Comments
  1. 1
    Veronica on April 28, 2010

    AW! Everyone looks so pretty – I love it!

  2. 2
    Emily Heizer Photography on April 28, 2010

    Its lovely… it really is. i just love the tone and feel of the event… soft, romantic, vintage… gatsbyish in feel…

  3. 3
    lydia {ever ours} on April 28, 2010

    love the laid back feel of this wedding and her dress is so gorgeously vintage!

  4. 4
    Leigh Pearce on April 28, 2010

    I love the photos with the candelabras.. so sweet!

  5. 5
    Chaucee on April 28, 2010

    What a gorgeous place to have a wedding. I love the purple flowers outside of the house! And the tent outside is perfect.

  6. 6
    Lisa Rigby on April 28, 2010

    Wow what a treat! Love the candelabra, her fur stole, and the veil. And Jessica’s processing is a perfect match with the feel of this wedding.

  7. 7
    forget.me.knot.weddings on April 28, 2010

    Oh so beautiful! I love Jessica’s work just featured a great love shoot she did too! I love the brides wedding dress!

  8. 8
    Kate on April 28, 2010

    These photos are gorgeous. I especially love the night time pictures with the candlesticks! I love how the bride used vintage elements to add some glam their backyard wedding. Great post!

  9. 9
    Megan on April 28, 2010

    Beyond Gorgeous! Love it!

  10. 10
    Elizabeth @ Dapper Paper on April 28, 2010

    wow, this is beautiful! And i can’t believe she did it all! It’s got such a Great Gatsby feel!

    and her dress is GORGEOUS!

  11. 11
    Lauren on April 28, 2010

    I love those shots with the candelabras. So romantic.

  12. 12
    Tino&Pip Photography on April 28, 2010

    Beautiful wedding! Adore that veil!

  13. 13
    Kristen on April 28, 2010

    What a gorgeous wedding! I absolutely ADORE the dress!

  14. 14
    Sandy on April 28, 2010

    omg the weather and the light are amazing!! i was born and raised in ann arbor michigan so it was soooo great to see a wedding in my hometown! i wanted to hire jessica for my wedding but she was already booked up!! these are some amazing photos!!

  15. 15
    Heather on April 28, 2010

    That’s so awesome! I had no clue you were married in my neck of the woods! We’re getting married in Ann Arbor :)

  16. 16
    Stephanie on April 28, 2010

    Amazing wedding! Those pictures with the candelabras are great. And, I love her dress and veil so much! :)

  17. 17
    Aurora on April 29, 2010

    Where did she get that dress!!???? I LOVE IT!!!!!!!!!!!

  18. 18
    The Thirty-Something Bride on April 29, 2010

    So, so lovely.

  19. 19
    Elaine on May 2, 2010

    The wedding is beautiful and the love and emotion captured in the photography is amazing.

  20. 20
    Jes on May 4, 2010

    Beautiful!

    Is there any way to find out where she rented the first set of tables (it’s about 4 photos down)–the picnic looking ones?

    If you know, feel free to email me at oh.how.keen@gmail.com

  21. 21
    YesBride on September 17, 2010

    wow. i love these photos. the dress and shoes were amazing. i love the lace look and the shoes look too cute!

  22. 22
    Mark Chen on September 18, 2010

    Absolutely wonderful

  23. 23
    Claire on September 18, 2010

    Love her dress. I love the photos of the couple holding the candelabras, what a wonderful and romantic photo idea.

  24. 24
    Kris on November 13, 2010

    Love this set, especially the ones at sunset. Also, I agree, her dress is amazing!

  25. 25
    Christine {BlissFullEssence} on January 5, 2011

    I love the vintage feel this couple had in their wedding. So inspiring!!! Do you know who the designer was of her wedding dress?

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