Jillian ♥ Jon: A Backyard LDS Wedding Reception Full of Heart
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Jillian ♥ Jon’s
Sweet Backyard LDS Wedding Reception
Sealed: Denver Colorado Temple
Photos courtesy of Effervescent Media Works
What a stunning photo! That soft blur of florals framing their temple kiss feels like a moment pulled from a dream.
This temple photo is pure heaven. The joy on their faces is matched only by the sacredness of the setting. What a beautiful beginning to forever.
Jillian’s dress was $99?! She looks like a million bucks. This bride is glowing with grace and gratitude.
This might be the happiest group photo ever taken on temple steps! From the little ones in strawberry dresses to grandmas waving their arms, you can just feel the joy. And that kiss? Swoon-worthy. This is the kind of love that brings generations together.
These images radiate joy and humor! Laughter, best friends, and one very sparkly new ring—these candid shots say it all!
Can we take a moment for those pink bow heels?! This is the kind of playful detail that turns a wedding into a fairytale. And that bouquet? Pure garden romance. This photo is giving 'happily ever after' vibes from the ground up.
These flower arrangements are bursting with garden-fresh joy. I can almost smell the roses from here!
Backyard wedding reception dreams come true! Look at those darling mismatched dishes and charming tea pots—every detail radiates warmth and love.
Can we just take a moment for this cake?! Three tiers of homemade beauty—and that floral topper is swoon-worthy.
The natural light, the greenery, the smiles—it’s all giving gentle summer garden party vibes in the very best way.
Talk about a twinkle-lit dream! From the bride’s radiant smile to the little ones boogying under string lights, this backyard reception is pure magic. The laughter, the joy, the dancing—it’s everything a celebration of forever should be. Jillian and Jon turned a simple space into a glowing haven of love.
The ring shot is just perfection. That unique Etsy sparkle? Totally romantic and completely Jillian.
Every temple wedding is beautiful. But Jillian and Jon’s day felt especially touched by heaven—surrounded by family, showered with love, and sealed for eternity.
It’s a joyful reminder that what matters most is already within reach: faith, family, and forever.
Reception: Brides’ Grandparents’ Garden
Catering: Grooms’ Mother
Cake: Family Friend Wedding
Gown: Bridal Expression Two
Brides’ Ring: Etsy
From the Bride:
My wedding details are little unorthodox. Since my parents have never been wealthy, my wedding budget was incredibly small: $1,500. Nevertheless, I was blessed beyond belief during the planning process: my grandparents provided their beautiful backyard for our reception, my mother-in-law provided the food, and a family friend made our gorgeous, delicious three-tiered cake.
I found my dress at Bridal Expression Two in Sandy, Utah; it’s the bargain sister store of Bridal Expressions–I tried on a dress that was absolutely perfect–it was the dress I would scribble on any paper I had in my hands. The dress had a small tear in the sash, but it was on sale for $99. Um, I think that was manageable! However, the sales associate brought up the same exact dress from the back room, still in the manufacturer’s packaging, and since there was no price tag on the new dress, she gave it to me for $99!
Also, I chose my ring off of Etsy. If you want a ring like no one else’s that isn’t too pricey, go there! We got my dream ring for less than $500.
If I have anything to tell future brides, it’s that the most important things about your special day are:
One, your sealing to the love of your life for all eternity in the Lord’s temple
Two, family: Enjoy the time you have with everyone you love in one place–that’s far more special than having a big, white, pricey wedding!
♥ Jillian
Thank you for sharing your love and insight with us, Jillian.
Your story reminds us that what truly matters isn’t the size of the budget—it’s the love, the laughter, and the sacred beginning inside the temple.
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