Kimberly and Paul’s modern Santa Barbara wedding was inspired by the sleek elegance of fish scales. From the invitation design to actual koi and goldfish on site for the celebration, the fish scale motif was impeccably implemented by La Fete Weddings. The ceremony over the koi pond was such a beautifully planned aspect of the event, as the water reflected the couple and their love so clearly as they exchanged their vows. The Couple: Kimberly and […]
Wedding Ideas: California Wedding
Laid Back California Wedding at Sunset
The light was absolutely stunning throughout Julie and Tom’s laid back California wedding, and the exceptional photographers of Chaffin Cade Photography were there to capture every natural sun flare and tender moment. Bride Julie is a designer, so the aesthetics of the day were impeccable, from the sweet menus to the rustic chic place cards. The color palette for the celebration couldn’t have been better chosen, as the coral, orange, and yellow décor perfectly mimicked […]
Colorful Bike Engagement Session
We love when an engagement session shows off a couple’s style as well as their personality. Stylish couple Connie and Bryan teamed up with talented photographer Celeste Noche for their colorful bike engagement session in San Francisco. We just can’t help but smile looking at all the vibrant colors and genuine smiles from the loving pair. It looks like they had so much fun working with Celeste, which is a great start to their professional […]
Pink and Coral Wedding in Temecula, California
Jenny and Matthew’s pink and coral wedding at Lake Oak Meadows in the heart of Temecula Wine Country was exactly the elegant outdoor affair they had envisioned. The brilliant team at Intertwined Events combined sleek white elements with sweet details in coral and pink, adding in just a touch of rustic flair. The Couple: Jenny and Matthew The Wedding: Lake Oak Meadows, Temecula, California The Inspiration: “Classic, elegant and chic with al fresco atmosphere.” The Couple Recommends: “Katie and the […]
Modern Los Angeles Wedding
Richard and David may come from different sides of the pond, but their bond is strong and passionate. The pair wanted a celebration that reflected David’s British background as well as Richard’s cool California style. They carefully curated elements of the day from David’s hometown to infuse into their modern Los Angeles wedding. Not only did Richard and David decide on a signature cocktail for the reception, but they incorporated a fun and unique “Cosmo Unity […]
Wedding Venue Spotlight – The Ranch at Laguna Beach
Ah, it’s that time of year again! Time for engagements and wedding planning to begin. As choosing your venue is one of the biggest decisions you’ll make, we are going to be helping you out with venue spotlights along the way. Our first stop? The Ranch at Laguna Beach! This ocean-side, dream destination has it all, and we are just a wee bit obsessed with it’s California-cool vibes. An historic element of the Laguna community, The Ranch […]
Outdoor Summer Wedding at Holly Farm in Carmel, California – Lauri and Isaac
With Valentine's Day right around the corner, engagements are blossoming and weddings are being planned. Lauri and Isaac's summer wedding at The Holly Farm in Carmel, California is the perfect inspiration for all of the bright celebrations to come. Wispy air plants hung from glass balls, glittering lights graced the surrounding foliage and the venue's natural beauty formed an event that was both elegant and relaxed.
Romantic Los Angeles Wedding at Carondelet House
Carondelet House provided the perfect setting for Alannah and Evan’s romantic Los Angeles wedding, which balanced an airy elegance with distressed textures and vintage-inspired decor. An indoor venue can appear dark, but Carondelet is full of natural light, and Orange Blossom Special Events did a beautiful job of curating delicate, creamy-colored elements to contrast with the brick and wood interior. Marianne Wilson captured the mood of the day in every image, picking up on the smallest […]
Earthy Chic Long Beach Wedding
Looking to plan a chic and fun wedding, while still rocking a budget friendly event, Brianna and Hans put together a sweet affair full of DIY elements at the dreamy Rancho los Cerritos in Long Beach. Their wedding came complete with orchids for their guests to wear, bocci ball, and an adorable stool to close the couple’s height difference during the ceremony. Photographed by Jessica Fey, Brianna and Hans’ nuptials could not have better captured […]
Classic Seaside Wedding at Terrenea Resort
Incorporating modern elegance and a love of the water, Jeanie and Jesoo's classic seaside wedding was a wedding wish come true, realized with the vision of A Good Affair wedding planning and Coba Images. The beachfront first look portraits, stunning outdoor ceremony, and the decadent peach and white ceremony decor certainly achieved the couple's intended "coastal chic" celebration.