There are only three words fit to describe this unlike-any-other inspiration: bold, colorful, and utterly eccentric. Looking to break the traditional wedding boundaries, Ride or Die Retreats brought to life a styled shoot that challenges couples to think outside the box for their location, decor, and wedding day outfits—much like this Salvation Mountain elopement. Celebrating individuality, Salvation Mountain—a man-made, desert art installation with an outpouring message of hope and love—made for the perfect “I do” […]
Wedding Ideas: California Wedding
Chic, Modern, and Minimalist San Diego Wedding
Despite the pandemic affecting their wedding plans, Justinne and Gerie decided to keep their original wedding date and tied the knot in a private ceremony followed by an intimate backyard reception. The silver lining, however, was having the opportunity to have a bigger second celebration with their family and friends. And with the help of their planner Jessica Russell Black, boy did they deliver! An impressive venue featuring views of the bay, a classic monochromatic […]
Elegant and Chic Yosemite Elopement
Sharing a love for the great outdoors and hiking, there was no better way for Kayla and JohnTae to say their “I do’s” than with nature as their witness. Intimate and spectacular, their chic Yosemite elopement was the ultimate adventure brought to life in the most amazing place imaginable. With the iconic El Capitan and Yosemite falls as their backdrop, this adventurous couple exchanged emotional vows on the grassy meadows under the soft morning light. […]
Fashion-Forward and Timeless Malibu Mountaintop Wedding
Set in a beautiful Tuscan-style estate perched above the clouds, Natalie and Kevin’s Malibu mountaintop wedding was both fashion-forward and timeless. Between the beautiful vineyard, the stunning villa, and the spectacular ocean, mountain and city views, the Malibu Solstice Vineyards truly was the perfect venue for the couple as they toasted to their new life and marriage. While their guests looked on, the couple exchanged their heartfelt vows with the breathtaking Santa Monica mountains as […]
Creative and Unique Safari Park Wedding
Kimberly and David’s San Diego Safari Park wedding ticks all the right boxes of a magical and extraordinary celebration. Modeled after the African Serengeti and the vast expanse of the Asian plains, what’s more spectacular than saying “I do” surrounded by amazing wildlife, a tropical lagoon, and lush savanna? With panoramic views of the park and San Pasqual Valley, the couple exchanged emotional vows with the most idyllic backdrop. The reception that followed at the […]
Charming and Intimate Stable Cafe Wedding
After such a long time apart due to the pandemic, what Beth and Patrick really wanted was to have a relaxed and intimate celebration at their favorite restaurant—treating their family and friends to a delicious feast and an unforgettable experience. Surrounded by their loved ones and the perfect San Francisco weather, the couple’s Stable Cafe wedding was a day truly meant for them and their loved ones. Built in the 1800s as a carriage house […]
Beautifully Intimate Joshua Tree Micro Wedding
There’s something enchanting about tying the knot in the heart of the desert, surrounded by your closest friends, family, and the beautiful cacti-filled landscape. When it came time to plan their wedding, Chara and Peter knew that a Joshua Tree micro wedding was the perfect decision. The two said “I do” at Indian Cove Amphitheater in the national park before taking an old-school Cadillac over to Ace Hotel Palm Springs–the hotel they stayed at the […]
Fun and Intimate Winery SF Wedding
It’s been quite the wild ride since the pandemic started, especially for those planning a wedding. After postponing their date three times, Jen and Ihab decided to quickly tie the knot shortly after finding a venue they loved. With a postcard view of San Francisco in the background and 60 of their closest friends and family, their fun and intimate Winery SF wedding was one for the books. The couple had their ceremony right outside […]