Planning this editorial wedding design inspiration session was a passion project from start to finish. I’d been dreaming of creating a studio moment that brought together unexpected textures, funky elements, and a little bit of magic. I also wanted to prove that you don’t need a giant venue or outdoor view to make something stunning. This shoot came to life right in Atelier Tacoma, with a white studio backdrop, a tablescape built from scratch, and a ton of heart behind every layer.

The Vision: Whimsy Meets Sophistication

This shoot was inspired by a mix of fun foods, fungi, and coastal textures. Though these seem like three very different things, they somehow work perfectly when someone pulls them together with intention. I was especially drawn to the silvery tones that have been creeping back into wedding aesthetics. Between thrifted antiques and layered rentals, I wanted to show how you can use color, texture, and food as decor in ways that feel elevated and unexpected.

We kept the overall look clean and editorial while including a hint of sea-washed softness and bold personality peeking through the details. I used fruits, mushrooms, and cheeses as styling pieces. Then, I mixed in metallic accents and textured linens for that layered, tactile effect. Every element was hand-selected, down to the thrifted serving ware and linen textures I found online or antiqued myself.

Editorial Wedding Design Inspiration with a Coastal Twist

There’s something about film that just makes colors feel more alive, and this shoot reminded me exactly why I love it. The way the light hit the whites in the studio, the vibrancy of the florals, and the softness of our model’s lace-edged veil—it all translated beautifully on film. Though I did bring my digital camera along, in the end I chose to let the film images tell the full story. That soft glow and grain felt just right for the mood.

If you’re dreaming up your own editorial wedding design inspiration and wondering how to make it personal, don’t be afraid to mix the traditional and unconventional. Food can be decor. Silver doesn’t have to feel old-school. And texture brings life to even the most minimal space.

A Renewed Appreciation for Wedding Planners

I’ll be honest—planning this shoot by myself was so much harder than I expected. Between sourcing rentals, coordinating vendor timelines, setting everything up, and then tearing it all down after a five-hour shoot, I walked away with one major takeaway: you absolutely need a wedding planner.

Even if you love design, even if you’re organized—do not try to do it all on your wedding day. A planner (or at the very least, a day-of coordinator) handles all of the behind-the-scenes chaos so you can actually enjoy yourself. From design execution to vendor logistics to last-minute changes, they just know what they’re doing. And their presence can truly be the difference between overwhelm and ease.

Editorial Wedding Design Inspiration You Can Make Your Own

So, if you’re newly engaged and pulling ideas for your own wedding, I hope this inspires you to get creative. Editorial wedding design inspiration doesn’t have to be cold or formal—it can be rich with texture, grounded in personal touches, and styled in a way that still feels totally fun.

Think about layering different materials. Let your favorite foods inspire your decor. Mix vintage pieces with modern lines. Above all, remember, you can build something that feels like art and feels like you.

And please, hire someone to help bring it all together so you’re not running around setting candles and carrying trays in your wedding dress. I say this with love—and from lived experience.

Your Film-Loving Editorial Wedding Photographer

Interested in working together on your own emotive, editorial wedding photography shoot? Visit my contact page to get in touch or explore my info page for booking details and offerings. You can also follow along on Instagram for more behind-the-scenes and editorial inspiration.

Vendors Behind this Editorial Wedding Design Inspiration Session

Photography & Vision: Brooke Nalani

Florals: Kylie Hale Designs

Content Creator: Shae Socials

Rentals: Sincerely Diana Kunitsa

Studio: Atelier Tacoma

Model + HUMA: Victoria Perciun

Dress: The White Door Bridal + & For Love

Cake: Puffy Clouds Bespoke Cake + Pastries

Nails: MD Nail Studio