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Chic Beach Destination Wedding in Cabo San Lucas, Mexico – Scott Andrew Studio

February 18, 2011 | editorial team

elegant destination wedding at Villa Bellissima Pedregal, Cabo San Lucas, Mexico - photos by Scott Andrew Studio

Today’s destination real wedding in Cabo San Lucas, Mexico simply takes my breath away! Planned by One Happenings Weddings & Events and photographed by the talented Scott Andrew Studio, Nikki and Bobby’s beach wedding was an intimate, romantic and incredibly stylish celebration that looks as if it couldn’t have been any more chic. Enjoy!

elegant destination wedding at Villa Bellissima Pedregal, Cabo San Lucas, Mexico - photos by Scott Andrew Studio

The Goals: Nikki and Bobby chose to host a destination wedding because their main priority was to spend quality time with the people they love. They knew it was an unorthodox decision, but it turned out to be the very best one they made. “The wedding was truly perfect and it was extremely humbling to see the generosity of our friends and family – all of those who were able to attend, and even those that were not. We could not have asked for a more perfect day.”

elegant destination wedding at Villa Bellissima Pedregal, Cabo San Lucas, Mexico - photos by Scott Andrew Studio

The Design: The wedding ceremony took place on the beach for the location’s beauty and because Bobby is an avid fisherman and loves to be on the water. As they said their vows, a motorcycle stood off to the side to honor the memory of NIkki’s father who had passed away several years before. “It was an extremely important part of the ceremony and something we were so proud to be able to have there.” The aisle, altar and seating benches were decorated with clean and modern white fabric accented by tall, sculptural white and pink orchid arrangements from Mazarte Floral. Gorgeous!

The reception was held at at Villa Bellissima in the Pedregal community of Cabo San Lucas, an incredibly gorgeous home on the cliffs overlooking the ocean, where the elegant but modern look continued. White linens, calla lilies, candle light and touches of gold decorated the tabletops and place cards were displayed on mini fishing poles to delight those who know Bobby so well. Instead of wedding cake, the couple chose to have a dessert buffet from Lazy Gourmet filled with various white desserts.

The Look: Nikki’s Ramona Keveza wedding dress was “the one” and she knew it the moment she first tried it on at the famed Kleinfeld Bridal in New York. It was light and airy, ideal for the beach, but also a perfect match for Nikki’s personal style – “a little extravagant and edgy.” The bridesmaids wore pale gold dresses and Bobby and his groomsmen wore sleek black tuxedos. In Nikki’s dress was a special touch that was both her something old and something blue – a photo of herself and her father sewn in with a blue ribbon. Her something borrowed came in the form of a piece of jewelry from her mother, and her something new was a pair a diamond earring that Bobby bought her for the wedding day.

elegant destination wedding at Villa Bellissima Pedregal, Cabo San Lucas, Mexico - photos by Scott Andrew Studio

The Moments: To begin the wedding ceremony, Nikki’s brother walked her down the aisle in place of her father, which was an extremely meaningful and emotional gesture for Nikki and her family. “All of my life, my father and I talked about the moment he would have to give me away – where I would no longer be his little girl. Having my brother there to fill his shoes was an incredible moment for me. I felt my father’s presence then, as he watched us walk down the aisle together.”

During the ceremony and later during the first dance to James Taylor’s Something In The Way She Moves, Nikki and Bobby had sweet moments where they felt like, although there were 130 people watching them, they were the only ones there. Then, when fireworks went off at the beach to signify the start of the party, they loved sitting back together to enjoy the moment and see the joy of all the loved ones surrounding them.

The Pros: To learn about the whole team of wedding professionals who contributed to this amazing wedding, please visit Nikki and Bobby’s page in our Real Wedding Library!

elegant destination wedding at Villa Bellissima Pedregal, Cabo San Lucas, Mexico - photos by Scott Andrew Studio

Thank you so much Nikki and Bobby! What a spectacular wedding!

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Elegant Old-World European Wedding Style and Decor Inspiration

February 17, 2011 | editorial team

Elegant old-world European inspired wedding decor and tablescape, china and tabletop rentals from Small Masterpiece, images by Isabel Lawrence Photographers

An opulent and romantic wedding look inspired by old-world Europe? Yes please! Isabel Lawrence Photographers put together this inspiration shoot with a team of other talented wedding professionals at Palm Spring’s beautiful Korakia Pensione, and we love the layering of prints, textures, and colors that this lush wedding table scape includes. The antique place setting rentals from Southern California’s Small Masterpiece add an incredible extra touch that you just can get from modern silverware and china!

Here’s a description straight from Isabel of Isabel Lawrence Photographers, and don’t miss the full photo shoot team listed below: We wanted to inspire the modern bride with the feel of Old World Europe. Cut crystal and lushly dripping flowers and seedpods adorn the tables. Each place is set with antique dishes, stemware and utensils; much like a European bride might do after raiding her very stylish grandmothers butlers pantry. We also want to encourage the use of favorite books or objects collected from traveling abroad in the table scape. This uniquely personal touch is sure to delight guests. The linens were chosen to be reminiscent of a ball gown worn to an opera at La Scala and instead of a traditional wedding cake, we thought it would be fun to serve individual meringues.

Elegant old-world European inspired wedding decor and tablescape, china and tabletop rentals from Small Masterpiece, images by Isabel Lawrence Photographers

Photo shoot team:

Design and coordination: Celebrations of Joy
Photography: Isabel Lawrence Photographers
Venue: Korakia Pensione, Palm Springs
Floral design: Arrangements Floral & Party Design
Antique place settings: Small Masterpiece
Bridal gowns: Signature Bridal and Tuxedo, Palm Springs
Linens: T. Eitzinger Couture Linens

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Casual, Modern Yellow and Gray Wedding in Charlotte, NC – Joanna and Vernon

February 16, 2011 | editorial team

North Carolina wedding with a yellow and gray color palette, photos by Rachel Fesko Photography

The couple: Joanna and Vernon

The wedding: 9.17.10 – The Palisades Country Club, Charlotte, NC

What three adjectives that best describe your wedding? Casual, modern-vintage, easy-going.

What inspired your personal wedding style, and how did you incorporate your style and personalities into your big day? I wanted something that felt vintage but also fresh, very easy-going like both of us, and with comfort food. We had a mashed potato martini bar, sliders, mini-blts, mini pizzas, etc…

North Carolina wedding with a yellow and gray color palette, photos by Rachel Fesko Photography

Looking back, what are the moments, decisions or memories that you love the most about your wedding? I loved seeing my vision come to life, and being surrounded by the people that we love. One of the comments a guest made was that our wedding just seemed like us.

Wedding color palette: Gray and yellow

North Carolina wedding with a yellow and gray color palette, photos by Rachel Fesko Photography

The Wedding Team:

Photographer: Rachel Fesko Photography
Ceremony Venue: Central Steele Creek Presbyterian Church
Reception Venue: The Palisades Country Club
Officiant: Rev. Luke H. Maybry
Invitation Designer: Southern Fete Creative
Catering: The Palisades Country Club
Florist: The Flower Diva
Cake: Cake Lady Jill
Wedding dress: Mori Lee Bridal
Accessories: Shoes – Nina Shoes, Hair flower – Butterfly Enchantress, Veil – Anne Michelle Heirloom
Bridesmaids apparel and accessories: Dresses – Davids Bridal, Shoes – Luichiny, Wrist flowers – Pink Peppermint Design, these were also used as pins for mothers and grandmothers as corsages
Groom and groomsmen apparel and accessories: Tuxes – Mens Wearhouse, Ties – Express
Hair and make-up: Kymm McLean of Whos the Fairest
DJ: Eric Bowman of Bowties Entertainment
Transportation: Jaguar XK
Favors and Centerpieces: homemade pinwheels made by the sister of the groom
Rings: Diamonds Direct

 

Thank you Joanna and Vernon!

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All images above by Rachel Fesko Photography

 

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