At Julie Rupert Events, we love celebrating the creative work of our partners, especially when the results feel as thoughtful, joyful, and beautifully designed as Blake & Jandi’s summer wedding in Lexington, Virginia.
Captured by Victoria V Photography, their day blended bold color, relaxed celebration, and Blue Ridge Mountain views in the most effortless way.
a Thoughtful Wedding Experience at The Seclusion
From the very beginning, the goal was clear: create a celebration that felt vibrant, welcoming, and true to Blake & Jandi’s adventurous personalities.
The Seclusion’s natural beauty paired beautifully with their tropical-inspired color palette. With sweeping mountain views, a private setting, and warm interiors, the venue allowed their bold design choices to shine without competing with the landscape.
For Blake & Jandi, we crafted a timeline that encouraged guests to settle in, savor the celebration, and genuinely feel part of the big day rather than being moved from moment to moment.
Designing a Wedding That Felt Like Them
Blake and Jandi chose a wedding design rooted in vibrant, tropical colors, a fun and unexpected contrast to the surrounding mountain landscape. Their selection of bold hues reflected not only their aesthetic preferences but also their personalities, full of energy, warmth, and joy.
As planners, we love it when couples choose aesthetics that reflect their life together. The bold florals, color-forward stationery, and playful details didn’t just look good — they told a story. And when design tells a story, the whole day becomes more meaningful for the couple and their guests.
Creating an Elevated Guest Experience
Every great wedding design considers the guests, not just the visuals.
For this celebration, we focused on unhurried transitions, thoughtful seating arrangements, and moments that encouraged connection.
As Blake and Jandi exchanged vows surrounded by family and friends, guests settled into the ceremony lawn naturally, embraced the cocktail hour with a gorgeous view, and entered the reception without feeling rushed or uncertain about what came next.
Reception: Where the Celebration Comes Alive
Once the sun disappeared behind the ridge, the celebration shifted indoors to candlelit tables, bold tropical centerpieces, and a high-energy dance floor that carried late into the night.
The reception was designed to feel relaxed yet elevated with heartfelt toasts, a slower dinner hour, then a dance floor that filled and stayed full. Those shifts in energy are intentional, and they’re what make receptions feel like a true celebration rather than a sequence of tasks.
How the Vendor Team Brought it all together
The best weddings aren’t just beautiful — they’re collaborative.
For Blake & Jandi, the vendor team worked together from start to finish, making space for a seamless guest experience and a stress-free celebration. Photographer Victoria V Photography beautifully documented the day, helping to ensure the timeline flowed smoothly for portraits, transitions, and the golden hour.
As planners, we lead communication across the vendor team, so the couple never has to manage logistics, timelines, or decisions on the day. When vendors work together intentionally, the couple gets to stay out of the timeline and inside the celebration — right where they belong.
Planning a Mountain Wedding in Virginia?
When thoughtful planning and the right vendor team come together, the result is a wedding day that feels effortless, personal, and truly unforgettable.
At JRE, we bring calm coordination and intentional design to every celebration—so you get to stay present and savor the moments that matter.
If that’s the kind of experience you’re dreaming of, we’d love to help bring it to life. Schedule your FREE consultation here.
Incredible Vendor Team
Venue: The Seclusion Website | Instagram
Planner: Julie Rupert Events Website | Instagram
Hair + Makeup Artist: Avonlea Beauty Collective Website | Instagram
Dress: The Bridal Room Website | Instagram
Tux: Hall Madden Website | Instagram
Catering: Lexington Catering Company Website | Instagram
Florist: Creative Occasion Events Website | Instagram
Cake: Nothing Bundt Cakes
DJ: Bela Sono Music Website | Instagram
