Romantic fall wedding at Bernardus Lodge and Spa
Nestled in the rolling hills of Carmel Valley rests the beautiful luxury wedding venue Bernardus Lodge and Spa. Capable of hosting both small and large gatherings, the sprawling garden venue still provides an intimate and tranquil setting for every celebration. And for Lisa and Ryan’s wedding day, the luxury venue was the perfect place for the high school sweethearts to share their vows and celebrate with their 200-plus friends and family members.
Wild and whimsical floral wedding at Villa & Vine
When it comes to Santa Barbara wedding venues, one of the most quintessential and beautiful locations is by far Villa & Vine on State Street. This luxury venue is perfect for intimate celebrations and conveniently located within walking distance to the Santa Barbara County Courthouse. From timeless white florals to wild colorful designs, I’ve seen the space transformed into some of the most magical, romantic receptions!
Rustic meets modern at Oregon barn wedding
When I first spoke with Bailley and David about their wedding plans, they were excited to be getting married surrounded by all of their closest friends and family in Oregon. They were planning to mix Vietnamese and Western traditions into their day, customizing their celebration to prioritize what mattered most to them.
Bright and colorful wedding at Zaca Mesa Winery
For their wine country wedding, Jenny and Ben wanted something authentic that truly represented who they are as individuals and as a couple. They opted for bright and colorful florals, hired a wood fired pizza truck, and added a personal touches throughout, like a lego cake topper and temporary tattoos. Everything about their day was beautiful, thoughtful, and truly them.
3 ways to make your wedding reception unique
Doing something a little creative and unexpected can not only help make your wedding fun and memorable for your guests, but it can also help create a wedding experience that is more inline and representative of who you are as people. Here are three creative ideas I’ve seen couples do at their weddings that made their receptions unique and fun!
Dreamy wedding along the shores of South Lake Tahoe
Sara and Mark’s beautiful wedding day took place on a cool, crisp October day in 2021 along the shores of Lake Tahoe. The skies were the clearest blue, mirrored by the expansive lake and the couple’s color palette for their wedding.
What should you include in your wedding flat-lay photos?
Flat-lays are a beautiful way to capture all of the little details that make your wedding day uniquely yours. Here’s a list of items you can consider including on your wedding day.
How to get married at the Santa Barbara Courthouse
Getting married at the Santa Barbara Courthouse is easy! Here’s a simple three step guide to planning your wedding at one of the most beautiful courthouses in California.
What to do if it rains on your wedding day
When it comes to your wedding day, one of the few things you can’t control is the weather. With proper planning, your wedding can still be perfect—rain or shine.
5 things to ask before booking your wedding photographer
You’ve found some wedding photographers you love. Before signing a contract, here are a 5 important questions you should ask.
Why you should take golden hour photos on your wedding day
Blocking off time for you two to slip away during golden hour with your wedding photographer is both practical and incredibly romantic. Here are three benefits to adding in golden hour portraits on your wedding day.
3 reasons why you should do a first look at your wedding
As someone who has been involved in a lot of weddings over the years, doing a first look is my number one tip to improve your wedding day timeline. Here are three reasons why.
Tropical wedding at Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort
This past July, Lindsay and Trevor tied the knot at the Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort surrounded by their closest friends and family. Their wedding was absolutely perfect and so Santa Barbara.
How to plan your wedding using Pinterest
Pinterest can be an amazing way for you to truly hone in on the wedding of your dreams. From floral arrangements, dresses, wedding party attire, and miscellaneous decor, Pinterest has every idea you could imagine and so much more!
How to pick a wedding venue
Picking a wedding venue is important. It will be where your friends and family will gather to celebrate you and your love. So here are five things you should consider when trying to pick your perfect venue.
3 pro tips to make your wedding stress-free
Weddings can be stressful. Here are three ways to mitigate some of this stress so you can be fully present and enjoy your wedding day!
How to pick bridesmaid dresses for your wedding
Outside of picking your own wedding dress, you also have to pick your bridesmaid (or bridespeople) dresses. Here are some tips and tricks to help you pick!
Colorful Indian fusion wedding on the West Coast
Despite COVID-19 delaying their original wedding plans, everything about Riddhi and Evver’s spring Indian fusion wedding was colorful, fresh, and fun.
5 things to consider when planning your wedding reception
Wedding planning can be overwhelming. Here are five reception details that you should definitely consider when planning your wedding.
Santa Barbara bluffs elopement
Was this the wedding they planned? Nope! But with a lot of love and flexibility, they pulled off a sweet and intimate elopement on the Santa Barbara bluffs.
