Handmade Vineyard Wedding

Jacquelyn and Stewart’s wedding was a labor of love. Family members and friends gathered to help craft the “simple, natural and not over the top” vision Jacquelyn had for the day. They collected wine bottles and vintage containers from flea markets, which the bride’s mother filled with fresh flowers on the wedding day. A family friend welcomed the couple and their guests onto their private estate for the affair and “as you can see we were thrilled about that and felt so blessed by it,” Jacquelyn said. White tags tied to wine corks were pinned to a board and served as the couple’s escort card display, a detail we adore! Braedon Photography captured the natural beauty of the day so well that we feel as if we are basking in the sunshine with the bride and groom!

There’s so much style and whimsy pouring out of every single moment of Megan and Bobby’s wedding! The couple selected a private estate in Santa Barbara as their venue, which the homeowner has aptly named “Villa della Famiglia”, and the unique, family-oriented charm was carried through in the decor, which was a colorful extension of the Italian villa feel. Megan designed the day to be a reflection of them as a couple: intimate, fun, and full of so much love. Her vision for the flowers was “bright, beautiful, and free-spirited” and Jenn Sanchez Design delivered in spades! From lush coral peonies to purple alliums, the colorful blooms lit up the tables on the estate’s grounds and paired beautifully with the intermixed fresh fruits. Megan hand-painted all of the signage and along with one of her bridesmaids, Rachel, all of the votive holders, as well as creating the honey jar favors. Not a detail was left unfinished, right down to the on-trend naked cake from Frost It Cupcakery! When asked about the day, there was no doubt that sharing their vows and emptying their hearts to each other surrounded by their dearest family and friends was the most unforgettable moment, followed closely by walking down the aisle to “Your Hand in Mind” by Explosions in the Sky, which reminded them of peaceful moments together stargazing. We are absolutely head over heels for every magical image from Brooke Borough Photography!

Sonoma Valley weddings are one of the few guarantees in life: always breathtaking! Kristy and Charles chose B.R. Cohn Winery & Olive Oil Company in Glen Ellen for their festivities, and they got a picture-perfect day, which shows clearly in the images from photographer Julie Mikos. The short, salmon-colored lace bridesmaids dresses—custom made by Eileen West—are sweet and romantic paired with small bouquets of dahlias, parrot tulips and small succulents from PoppyStone Floral Couture. Olive topiaries placed at the ceremony site and on reception tables gave a nod to the vineyard locale. Kristy’s simple but fabulous Romona Keveza Collection gown complemented the surroundings as well, a timeless but statement-making strapless dress topped with a Swarovski Crystal necklace that’s fit for Cinderella! Meritage Catering took care of all the delicious details, including a small cake topped with the most adorable bride, groom and dog we’ve ever seen—the perfect ending to a fairy tale day!

“We knew that we wanted an intimate setting that was surrounded by lush greenery, and we fell in love with the beautiful Firestone Vineyard in Los Olivos, California,” says bride Amy. We’re in love, too, with every lush and gorgeous detail of Amy and Brett’s wedding, especially the peonies! “The flowers were some of most beautiful floral arrangements I have seen! “We were absolutely blown away by the work that Green Leaf Designs did,” says Amy. Fluffy bouquets and table centerpieces included peonies, garden roses, gardenias, and hydrangeas in shades of coral, peach, pink, and ivory. Also draped with gorgeous florals was the couple’s ceremony arch, beneath which Amy stood wearing a classic strapless gown and lace-edged veil. Coral bridesmaids dresses continued the color palette. We adore the whimsical details of the pink-and-blue trellis-print ceremony programs by Ree Jae Chi. Taking family duties far beyond the expected, Amy’s sister, a wedding planner at CCL Weddings & Events, engineered nearly every element of the big day herself. Enjoy these exquisite images from Christine Farah Photography!

We are simply dazzled by Devin and Ryan’s gorgeous Napa Valley wedding, held at a lush private estate in the heart of wine country! Lush spring blooms, olive branches, and details in lovely peach and green hues make this affair classic and pretty, all thanks to the expertise of Napa Valley Custom Events by Sharon Burns. Even the invitations from Foglio Press incorporate the olive leaf theme. Devin’s romantic strapless gown and filmy peach bridesmaids dresses are lovely at the outdoor ceremony, which was also punctuated with peonies and other exotic blooms from Julie Stevens Design. These images from Julie Kay Kelly Photography are just brimming with beautiful details, and we love them all!

Oh, we can’t stop smiling about Christina and Dan’s wedding at Atlanta’s Callanwolde Fine Arts Center! We are in love with the bright and colorful palette of blush, coral, tangerine, and even a hint of saffron, designed by the talented Amy Osaba. But the details — from the amazing calligraphy wedding stationery to the unbelievably cute flower girl — ensure our cheeks will be sore from smiling! These amazing photos from Erin Hearts Court show an effortlessly gorgeous and fresh day full of love, and it makes us positively giddy!

Brooke and Bobby’s big day was a total family affair in Valley Center, California. Held at the mother of the bride’s home—bordering a vineyard—Brooke describes the atmosphere as “like a Tuscan countryside at sunset with twinkling lights and candles set in the trees.” It certainly sounds breathtaking, and the images from Color Me Rad are just that, too. Brooke’s stepfather built a bridge for her to walk across—glowing in a dress designed by her stepmother and jewelry from ArtHappens—in lieu of an aisle. The Third Coast Jazz Band played as twilight settled over this perfect day. “You could just feel the love that went into this special occasion,” says Brooke.

We’re not sure it gets more breathtaking than celebrating your wedding at a winery in Sonoma! Stephanie and Frank chose the gorgeous Viansa Winery for theirs, and the couple agrees that “reality exceeded our expectations!” Volatile Photography captured every little detail, from the soft pink and cream blooms fashioned by Vanda Floral Design to the vibrant rose-topped cake from Fleur de Lisa. The romantic tented reception area, with lots of pink, white and gold details, is making us swoon. We are in ooh-la-la love with Stephanie’s hot pink Badgley Mischka shoes—the jewel-encrusted brooch on each one repeats the same detail as the edging of her Pronovias gown. It’s the little things that make a big day!

Laura and Brian let the chic vibes of the city drive their LA wedding, held at the modern Skirball Cultural Center. Soft, clustered floral arrangements—including hydrangeas, dahlias, and roses—from Yamaguchi’s Flowers dotted the outdoor reception tables, with everything meticulously planned by Master Plans Events & Designs. Laura’s flowy Vera Wang gown literally made us gasp, and we have no doubt she twirled the full ruffled skirt while dancing to tunes from Elegant Event Entertainment. At the end of their perfect night, Brian announced he wanted to do it all again! Luckily he—and we—have these breathtaking photos from Hazelnut Photography to remember the day.

What do you get when you mix an ivy-covered manor, bushels of baby’s breath and garden roses, a beautiful bride and a dapper groom? This romantic wedding celebrating the marriage of Mirah and Brysen! Set at Greencrest Manor in Battle Creek, Michigan, this couple wanted their wedding to be an intimate affair that reflected their personalities. For Mirah, this meant incorporating feminine touches with lots of personal details. For Brysen, the gathering needed to have a timeless and tailored vibe. From the handmade flower arrangements of blush garden roses and baby’s breath to the linen suits with cream ties, this wedding was definitely a perfect mix of the duo! Mirah looked amazing in her Victoria Nicole gown, and we can’t wait for you to see the way her veil caught in the wind in the images by Amy Carroll below. We love the romantic, classic and intimate feel of this wedding, and thank the couple for sharing their special day with us!

Meghan and Michael enjoyed a two year engagement, during which time the bride planned every detail of their day to perfection. “We started collecting vintage mercury glass the second I said ‘yes,’” she said. Meghan Haney Designs would later use the vessels to create a vintage chic affair with soft white and pink blooms. Wente Vineyards was the stunning backdrop for this California wedding, where photographer Bret Cole snapped some incredible portraits outside the property’s wine caves. We adore the soft patterned linens from Napa Valley Linens and the couple’s creative use of wine barrels as cocktail tables! Do you have a favorite detail?

File Kelly and Trevor’s Sonoma, California, wedding under “Exactly What to Do,” because it doesn’t get much better than this! A sophisticated celebration at Cline Cellars captured the essence of what the couple envisioned—one big, fun party for their friends and family. Understated Champagne-colored bridesmaids dresses allowed Kelly’s Ines Di Santo gown to take center stage beneath a canopy of trees at the outdoor ceremony. Pale peach, pink, and ivory bouquets and centerpieces by Violetta sit pretty against a rustic setting that included plenty of vineyard greenery and wine barrels. We can never get enough of creative, personalized details, like monogrammed Mr. and Mrs. chair covers, a whimsical bride-and-groom bird topper on the confection from Forget-Me-Not-Cakes, and—oh!—that fabulous vintage getaway car. Thanks to Troy Grover Photographers for making us feel like we were actually there!

Inspired by the colorful Mediterranean seaside, Stephanie and Niels created a romantic and vibrant soirée at a private estate nestled in the hills of Santa Barbara.  Stephanie’s vision was brought to life with poolside cocktails, colorful centerpieces in terracotta pots, and a Spanish-inspired dinner of paella and sangria.  Soigne Productions made sure that the day went off without a hitch, and we are utterly captivated by all of the gorgeous images from Michael + Anna Costa!

When a couple as creative as Josselyn and Jason get together with equally talented vendors and friends, wedding magic happens. This wedding was a relaxed and elegant affair in beautiful tones of blush, nude and cream, and was put together almost entirely by the couple and their friends. While Jolene Hilliard arranged stunning and organic floral bouquets, the couple and their nearest-and-dearest decorated a single 60-foot-long table with hanging tea lights and handmade napkins. Josselyn looked breathtakingly beautiful in her dress by Tadashi Shoji — so beautiful that we can’t stop staring at its beaded back! This couple truly transformed Redlands, California’s Oakmont Park into a magical, elegant and incredibly chic venue, and the photos by James Christianson are pure heaven!

Emily and Nicholas fell head-over-heels for their wedding venue—the former home of cowboy movie star Leo Carillo in Carlsbad, California. The ranch set the tone for this rustic affair, which was filled with personal details like napkins sewn by the bride and colorful escort cards pinned to a corkboard. The bride also arranged the flowers, making sure they looked “as if they were handpicked,” she said. Alders Photography preserved every DIY-detail, from the mason jars filled with lavender to the couple’s “just married” banner!

If Diana and Danny’s everyday lives are even half as chic as their Southern California wedding, they’re definitely some of the most stylish people ever! This beautiful couple was married at the Cravens Estate in Pasadena surrounded by friends and family from all over. There are many details about their wedding that I love (like Diana’s amazing shoes and accessories) but once I saw their colorful florals I was smitten! Rooted Harmony blended rich textures and colors to create bright and elegant arrangements that include peonies, roses, wax flower, astilbe, eucalyptus, and even succulents! What a gorgeous wedding with gorgeous photos by Connie Lyu Photography!

I’m pretty sure if I was still planning my own nuptials, Walker and Scott’s gorgeous Sonoma winery wedding would be at the top of my inspiration list. Reflecting the couple’s love of wine country, the event was fresh, elegant, and romantic. Stunning roses, hydrangeas, and orchids decorated Mayacama in a palette of soft peaches, creams, and bright greens. Guests dined under olive trees that were dotted with sparkly hanging votives as the sun set. Such an incredible wedding and I’m so excited to share these gorgeous photos by Julie Mikos with you! Enjoy!

Amanda and Troy’s wedding was a complete DIY labor of love – a product of caring friends and a loving and devoted family.  After considering several local venues, the couple looked closer to home and decided to marry outdoors at Amanda’s parents’ home, nestled amongst her grandfather’s farm, in Wooster, Ohio.  Blessed with green thumbs, Amanda and her mother grew all of the amazing flowers for the wedding, including an amazing array of gorgeous dahlias – bliss dahlias, koko puff dahlias, maki dahlias, Miss Molly dahlias, Zippity Do Da dahlias, and sonic bloom dahlias… I am swooning over all these delectable blooms beautifully arranged by CR Blooms, Amanda and her mum. With the help of family and friends, all the planning and DIY details came together seamlessly, and I’m utterly in love with all of the gorgeous images from Arielle Doneson!

Lisa and Jason are so lucky to have incredibly talented friends who all took part in putting together the couple’s big day. Held at Sova Gardens in Sebastopol, California, the entire event was filled with tons of colorful, fun details (pinwheels and fans at the ceremony!) I am gaga over the florals by Lisa’s friend Billy, especially those lush, buttery yellow peonies. Such a beautiful and totally personalized day captured by the always awesome Emily Takes Photos!

Leah and Jason were married at Casa Real in Pleasanton, CA. I’m a huge fan of the golds, creams, and pinks that they chose for their color palette, so warm and pretty! The flowers by Delford West Flowers feature some swoon-worthy blooms and were the perfect choice to help the couple create their classic and elegant feel. Leah and Jason look so beautiful and happy and as always, the images from Julie Mikos are stunning!