We gotta admit, few and far between as they are, Halloween weddings are a pretty big hit around here. (Remember this gorgeous, rustic Halloween wedding and this enchanted forest inspiration?) It takes a special talent to pull off a dark and moody theme for an occasion as cheerful as a wedding, but as Katelyn Mallett Photography and Bad Rabbit Flowers prove in today’s post, it CAN be done. And oh so well, too. Take a peek!
First off, you really can’t go wrong with a pretty tablescape in a classic autumn setting, can you? Not in our books!
Little Ivy Paper Goods proves that dark, moody calligraphy can be just as romantic.
How about this fall foliage bouquet? Mega stunner!
On the concept: In the spirit of Halloween, this photoshoot was created to encompass the darker side of weddings. We showcased alternatives to the light and bright, and went for an edgy and mysterious whimsy with our decor and shooting style.
The Bar Association whipped up some spooky, smoky Halloween-inspired cocktails to sip outside. Scroll to the bottom for this Blackberry Margarita recipe!
And Landry’s Confections incorporated dried fruit, florals, and pavlova in the dark wedding cake design. So cool!
And the view from above…
Film by Novae Film & Photo.
Halloween Cocktail: Blackberry Margarita with Dry Ice
Ingredients
2 1/2 cups fresh blackberries
1 cup lime juice
3 ounces (2 shots) blackberry brandy
2 1/2 cups orange juice
3/4 cup Herradura tequila
3 tablespoons agave nectar (or more to taste)
blackberries and bamboo skewers
fancy glasses and dry ice
Instructions
1. Place the lime juice and blackberries in a small bowl. Using a muddler, muddle until fully combined. The smoother the better.
2. Pour the blackberry mixture through a fine mesh strainer to remove the seeds. Might need to help it through by pressing it through with a spoon to get all the juice out.
3. Pour the juice into a pitcher, followed by the blackberry brandy, orange juice, tequila, and agave. Stir to fully combine.
4. Fill each glass with the margarita mixture, top with a cube of dry ice and garnish with 3 blackberries on a bamboo skewer across the top. Enjoy! That’s the stuff.
IMPORTANT NOTE: Do not drink while the ice is still bubbling around. Once it has melted, it’s safe.
Thanks to the talented crew below for giving weddings this dark, Halloween twist!
Photography: Katelyn Mallett Photography / Videography: Novae Film & Photo / Flowers: Bad Rabbit Flowers / Stationery: Little Ivy Paper Goods / Cake: Landry’s Confections / Sweets: Bubbe & Bestemor’s Baking Company / Bar & Cocktails: The Bar Association / Jerky: Steindry / Beer: Rising Tide Brewing Company / Ceramics: Ae Ceramics / Ribbons: Natalie Stopka Studio / Jewelry: Flux Jewelry Studio / Models: Breanna & Parker Ferland
