Vintage + Romantic California Wedding

Allison and Anthony’s Sacramento wedding is all-out modern winter glam! Allison is a vision in her stunning Alexander McQueen gown and Jimmy Choo pumps, with a lush ivory and blush bouquet by Flourish Designs and glamorous hair and makeup by Hello Glam. The Citizen Hotel was a perfect backdrop for the chic black and gold theme, featuring loads of sequins, glitter, and mercury glass. Allison’s sister Jessica was not only the Maid of Honor, but she also created all of the table numbers, menus, place cards, and signage! Anthony put his carpentry skills to work, building the ceremony side tables, seating chart easel, and even candlesticks! We are in love with the monochromatic reception blooms and sparkly linens from La Tavola, and all of the details dreamed up by Allison and her fabulous wedding planner Kate of Kate Miller Events. Swoon over each and every photo from The Goodness in the gallery!

Anna and Carly’s impossibly glamorous wedding is like a fairytale brought to life. For starters, Sacramento’s The Citizen Hotel is a stunning venue, with gold and ivory details by Kate Miller Events to make it even more luxe. Flourish used the same soft color palette for florals that shine–literally! We’re floored by the jewels woven in to Anna’s cream bouquet! We also love that more bling was added to the wedding cake from Sweet Cakes by Rebecca, so it sparkles like the rest of the details. Halter-style black bridesmaids dresses add another sophisticated element, as does Anna’s beaded strapless gown, all by Alfred Angelo. Anna’s bib necklace from A Heart’s Desires is swoon-worthy, just like every one of these images from Sarah Maren Photographers. This is an all-out gorgeous affair—swoon over it all in the gallery!

It sounds like a movie to me: two strangers meet randomly while traveling, fall in love, and have a beautiful wedding complete with military dress blues and a sword arch. Ok, so my pitch may not make it to the big movie studios, but Lyndsay Undseth Photography’s gorgeous photos of Kerri and Nute’s wedding would paint a beautiful picture of their story to the producers! The couple worked with Kate Miller Events to create an elegant, vintage, and DIY wedding with details reflecting the city of Chicago (the city where they randomly met) and Nute’s military career. A gorgeous couple, beautiful color palette, and fantastic vendors all working together helped to create this stunning event!

We love the mix of Dallas style in Rachael and Cam’s Santa Barbara destination wedding! The entire affair is equal parts California mod and Southern sophisticated, starting with Rachael’s contemporary column-style Amsale gown. But to offset the crisp lines, she chose soft white peonies and hydrangeas for florals by Juniper Designs. We also really like the look of black-and-white striped ribbon around bridesmaids bouquets, paired with their taupe Bari Jay dresses. The outdoor ceremony was held at the Four Seasons Resort The Biltmore, Santa Barbara, before guests entered the hotel’s Coral Casino Beach and Cabana Club for an indoor/outdoor reception. Events by Philippe ensured the details were perfect, like gold sequined linens atop cocktail tables, dramatic flower topiary centerpieces, and tailored striped chair cushions on Chiavari chairs to mimic the wedding details. The gold cake prepared by the resort is the perfect send-off for this elegant bash! We adore all of these spectacular images from the amazing Hazelnut Photography!

Pure magic is created when the right people come together in the right place to create a day filled to the brim with pure love and a healthy dose of style!  Montecito’s beautiful San Ysidro Ranch is the backdrop for Julie and Jason’s intimate and elegant wedding.  Julie is a stunning bride! For the ceremony, she chose a fabulous Vera Wang gown, then changed into a flowy and romantic Claire Pettibone sheath (and literally let her hair down!) for the reception, which featured romantic blush and pink arrangements by Florette Designs, and simple-but-lovely calligraphy table numbers.  We are head over heels for all of the gorgeous images from Jose Villa, and for Julie and Jason’s adorable pup too!

Katie and Aaron were married on the same weekend that her parents said “I Do” 31 years prior. After a traditional ceremony at St. Joseph’s Church, the wedding party made their way to The Millennium Knickerbocker Hotel, with its dramatic art deco ballroom. They fell in love with the magic of 1920’s inspired floral designs during their planning process, and the fabulous Kelly Marie from Fleur brought the vision to life with clematis blooms, peach cafe au lait dahlias, garden roses, ranunculus and hyrangea. The bridesmaids’ bouquets featured sparkly gold ribbons, which perfectly complemented their floor length navy gowns from Dessy. The couple sprinkled ersonal touches—such as their signature drinks named after their best man and maid of honor and family photo table—throughout the day to honor family and friends, and we love the fun of having bagpipers lead the guests into the ballroom after cocktails! Prepare to fall in love with each image from Sarah Postma Photography!

Sophisticated and oh-so-classic, Mekenzie and Eric’s wedding was held at the stately Fairfax at Embassy Row. With a elegant color palette of gold, ivory, gray, blush, and silver, their early-fall soiree (which turned out to be a brisk 90 degrees!) was perfect for the classic Washington DC setting. Edge Flowers created lovely, textural arrangements of ivory roses, hydrangea, and dusty miller, which set amongst a sea of candles atop tables dressed in billowing silver linens. The centerpiece of the ballroom is a 4-tier cake from Fancy Cakes by Leslie, with lace detail that’s a perfect match for Mekenzie’s Jim Hjelm gown. The day was full of laughter and love, and guests danced the night away to tunes from Sound Nation. Enjoy each and every beautiful image from Audra Wrisley Photography!

We are head over heels for Lauren and Taylor’s chic blue-and-white San Francisco wedding! Lauren, a wedding planner herself, immediately began pulling together ideas after Taylor’s proposal, so that—with the help of Ryder Sloan Events—they could have an outdoor affair to remember. She started with the location, Stable Cafe. The urban garden space was a great backdrop for a collection of blue-and-white ginger jars filled with florals from Mandolin Flowers. Plumosa fern garlands and cafe lights added an air of sophistication, while classic arrangements of hydrangeas, anemones, and roses accented tables covered with Swiss dot linens from La Tavola. Lauren wore her cousin’s couture Carolina Herrera Bridal gown with embellished blue Manolo Blahnik heels, a Christmas gift from Taylor; her bouquet was wrapped with long pieces of vintage lace and blue velvet ribbon. Amy Nichols Special Events ensured the day ran smoothly from start to finish, which included transforming the courtyard after the ceremony into a luxe space for dinner and dancing, along with lounging areas outfitted with seating from One True Love Vintage Rentals. Later in the evening, guests sipped warm spiked cocktails from the DIY coffee bar, the perfect accompaniment to a salted caramel wedding cake from Cake Coquette—the design of the dessert mimicked the ginger jar pattern. We are just in total love with all of these fabulous images from Julie Mikos!

“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!

Sara and Chris’s romantic garden wedding at Hartley Botanica simply has us swooning! For starters, Sara’s White by Vera Wang gown–in a soft and sweet shade of pink–is nothing short of amazing! And with a backdrop like that, pastel roses in more shades of pink and lavender are a must; we adore the lush bouquet by Belle of the Ball Designs that Sara carried! Whimsical floral stationery from Minted further grounded the theme of this affair, where Sara and Chris took their vows beneath a canopy of curly branches, twinkling lights, and a jaw-dropping chandelier covered in lush blooms. Don’t miss a single detail in these stunning images by Valentina Glidden Fine Art Photography–we can’t stop staring!

You know when two wedding photographers are getting married, it’s bound to be spectacular! And such is Sarah and Matt‘s magical affair at Salvage One. The industrial, whimsical locale was perfect for pastel florals from Fleur, romantic candlelight, and vintage decor from BHLDN. We adore their invites, elegant but fun with silhouettes, from Love vs. Design. Sarah said no to traditional bridesmaids and matching dresses, and instead focused on a gorgeous classic gown from J.Crew for herself paired with glittery Kate Spade shoes. Special touches at the event, coordinated by Liven It Up Events, included desserts from Molly’s Cupcakes, mini burgers from The Slide Ride food truck, and custom cloth napkins by Dot & Army. We’re swooning over the amazing images by Pen / Carlson and we know you’ll agree that it’s one of our favorites of 2013!

There’s no better way to start off the week than with an absolutely gorgeous wedding! Nicki and Matt’s stunning soiree at Santa Barbara’s Bacara Resort is complete and utter perfection. The clean and classic navy, ivory, and gold color palette complements the natural beauty of the resort perfectly, and we are swooning over every detail from the blue calligraphy to the glittery linens, and the lovely florals by Toast. You & Me Events made sure the day ran smoothly, and guests danced the night away to So Cal DJs. Jordana of Hazelnut Photography captured the day with all of her usual grace and we are head over heels! See it all in the gallery!

Ivy and Chase’s wedding can be summed up in two words: glamorous and elegant. Actually, these images from Julia Wade Photography say it all; soft pink and sparkly gold details in every picture make this a sophisticated soiree we won’t soon forget! The couple chose the Proximity Hotel in Greensboro, North Carolina for both the ceremony and reception. The 22-foot-high windows in The Social Lobby overlooked the gardens at sunset as Ivy and Chase repeated their vows. Corum Greenhouses & Florist took Ivy’s request for soft pinks and creams and chose hydrangeas, garden roses, spray roses, and lisianthus for bouquets; tables were draped in gold sequin linens and topped with blooms clustered in mint julep cups that the bride painted gold. Complementing the decor were Ivy’s bridesmaids, classically styled in pale pink Bill Levkoff dresses, while she opted for a lace gown by Tara Keely. For extra glam, Ivy chose gold Diane von Furstenberg sandals to pair with her gown and reception dress by Aidan Mattox. And while we’re just swooning over every detail, our favorite thing just might be the gold glitter dusted cake by A Piece of Cake Bakery—it’s magnificent! We are in love with all of the sweet details in the gallery!

Oh, how we adore the soft colors and romantic vibe of Mirna and Robin’s Bay Area wedding at Mission Santa Clara de Asis! These images from Caroline Tran are as ethereal as Mirna’s classic Monique Lhuillier gown—and we love the fresh flowers tucked into her sleek updo! Pink and white ruled the day, from flowers by Nicole Ha Designs to the blush-colored cake by Rosewood Sand Hill, also the site of the fabulous reception. Mirna’s bridesmaids wore long light taupe dresses by Saja Wedding to complement the surrounding pale pinks, a color combo that’s classic and fresh. Each carefully executed detail was overseen by Amazae Special Events. This fabulous fete is absolutely stunning!

We love a gorgeous spring wedding, and this one fills the bill perfectly. Stephanie and Jeremy’s wedding at the Hotel Bel Air was held in the garden beneath a gazebo draped with lush flowers and greenery by Flower Wild. The flowy light taupe of the Amsale bridesmaids dresses are elegant next to Stephanie’s ethereal Monique Lhuillier gown. We love the look of organic elements like tree bark and moss and twinkling lights shown in these photos from Gia Canali Photography. This is such a lovely, gorgeous affair!

Ashley and Erik’s low-key but gorgeous wedding at Kohl Mansion in Burlingame, California, in the Bay Area, has some fab details we’re loving! To name a few: updated traditional stationery from Papyrus and Paper Source, exquisite pastel bouquets that pop against dusty blue bridesmaids dresses, and a sweet dessert with sugar flowers from Studio Cake atop—are you ready for this?—a gold sequin tablecloth from La Tavola Fine Linen Rental. We die! Ashley’s Victoria Nicole gown is a classic silhouette with just enough bling, and mod blush-colored Miu Miu shoes are the perfect complement. These stylish images from Meg Perotti showcase a great party, courtesy of the Ashley’s Italian family living it up with Erik’s Midwest relatives—see all of the beautiful images in the gallery!

Stephanie and John’s Los Angeles wedding, captured by Milou + Olin Photography, is classic with a touch of vintage glamour, and we’re in love! We don’t know about you, but we can’t seem to peel our eyes away from Stephanie — her light and airy trumpet style gown and silver Jimmy Choo heels are seriously stunning! And how about the bridesmaids’ charcoal colored dresses? The pink sash really adds a soft pop of color to their outfits! Stephanie and John’s reception, held in a ballroom at the Millennium Biltmore Hotel, is awash in sophisticated gold and pearls. How sweet are the photo table numbers? What is your favorite detail?

When Amy and James wanted seemingly opposing aesthetics for their weddings day: modern design with romantic touches. By choosing the Nevada Museum of Art in Reno, Nevada, as their location and allowing florist B&B Designs to craft soft, pastel arrangements of dahlias, peonies and roses, this couple got the best of both worlds—and we’re smitten with the outcome! Amy looked stunning in her layered Pronovias ball gown, beside bridesmaids decked out in short purple dresses from J. Crew. The rooftop of the Nevada Museum of Art made for a stunning setting for Amy and James’ ceremony, while the indoors lent a crisp, clean slate for their simple reception decor. And the cake—oh the cake! By Nothing Bundt Cakes, Amy and James’ red velvet cake was dripping with flavorful icing so enticing we can almost taste it now! We just love these images from Courtney Aaron!

For their Lake Tahoe nuptials, Kristi and Don really wanted one last snowfall to hit the ground, so they spent the wedding day eve wishing and hoping for nature to cooperate. “It snowed heavily the night before and cleared up the afternoon of the wedding, which made it perfect for an outside celebration under the trees!” says Kristi.  Chic gray bridesmaids dresses from Priscilla of Boston were an elegant complement to Kristi’s Rivini gown. Art in Bloom Floral Wedding Designs created white, peach, and green bouquets and reception arrangements that reflected the rustic setting of the The Ritz-Carlton Lake Tahoe while still maintaining a sophisticated vibe. We’re in awe of the beautiful photos from Sloan Photographers—the gorgeous light reflects the glow in this happy couple’s eyes!

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!