Colorful Backyard Fiesta Wedding

When you look at the details of Liv and Greg’s wedding at the L.A. River Center—from his elegant boutonniere to the bridesmaids’ garden-inspired bouquets and their delicious pink cake—it’s hard to believe this wedding was almost completely DIY! The bride and her family picked and arranged the flowers from L.A.’s flower district, and the couple put the finishing touches on their cake during cocktail hour! And those gorgeous bridesmaids dresses? The bride dyed them herself! Photographer Adrienne Gunde captured the vibrant rainbow of pinks throughout this wedding—and this couple’s love—perfectly!

Let’s all take a moment (or two) out of our day to check out this bliss-inducing Janita Mestre wedding. It’s delightfully in the desert, so of course you’re going to spot a few cacti at Galway Downs, but you’re going to see such a dreamy color palette too. Being so close to Valentine’s Day, Stephanie and Alex wanted to evoke love all throughout, so they picked pink as their go-to hue. Big and bright blush and ivory florals by Events by Floral Sensations complemented the eye-catching David’s Bridal mauve bridesmaids’ dresses, and we loved this idea, too. Instead of continuing the soft tones everywhere, shake up the colors like Stephanie and Alex and throw a deep hue in the same color family somewhere that will be seen. Adding it to the bridesmaids’ dresses was a clever touch without overwhelming the couple’s desire to have an airy feel to their wedding 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!

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!

Liz and Jason’s elegant wedding completely eschews a modernist LA vibe for pretty pastels and soft touches that shine in these images from Christine Farah Photography! We’re enamored with the airy layers of Liz’s bridal gown, paired with delicate pearl jewelry and a romantic updo. Soft pink bridesmaids dresses set the tone for flowers in the same color family by Milieu Florals. With CCL Weddings and Events onboard to lead the planning and design, Liz and Jason created the perfect day for them and their friends and family. Following the ceremony at Los Angeles Full Gospel Church, the lovely Dorothy Chandler Pavilion at The Music Center played host to the reception. There, the couple took part in a tea ceremony to pay homage to their heritage. Pink chevron and vintage touches created a fairytale space for dinner, dancing, and a luscious dessert from Cakery Bakery. This affair couldn’t be more gorgeous. See it all right here!

Oh, we do love a playful theme around here, and Valerie and Michael’s wedding doesn’t disappoint! We love these happy images from Alders Photography, especially the ones centered around the Ferris wheel and oversize balloons! We also adore the drama of strands of lights hanging from the trees during the couple’s outdoor ceremony at Calamigos Ranch in Malibu. Mulberry Row weaved together arrangements of pink and green flowers dotted with succulents for a slightly rustic feel, and bridesmaids wore sweet pink dresses by Bill Levkoff that complemented the florals. Valerie stunned in a St. Patrick gown from Karoza Bridal. Continuing the carnival theme at the reception, the couple opted for fun touches like popcorn and a cotton candy cart from Dolly’s Sweet Dreams Cotton Candy, along with a simple cake from Nikol Nakamura. And we can’t leave out a nod to Mindy Roderick Weddings & Events, who pulled together this flawless affair—see it all in the gallery!

What a picture-perfect Los Angeles wedding Lynn and Steve had! We’d never guess this pretty pink and white affair is set in the heart of LA, with soft blooms from Stems Florist festooning the setting at Maguire Gardens, where the ceremony was held, and Cafe Pinot, site of the reception! Our friends at Minted contributed elegant stationery, and Caroline of Serenity Events helped Lynn and Steve coordinate the day of the wedding. Bridesmaids wore short light pink dresses from J.Crew, the perfect complement to Lynn’s stunning Monique Lhuillier gown. And we can’t leave out Steve, handsome in a Black by Vera Wang suit! We love the mod look of Lynn’s silver snakeskin Jimmy Choo heels, too. The outdoor soiree offered plenty of great natural light for Esther Sun to photograph it perfectly. We hear at the end of the night, Lynn and Steve surprised guests with a visit from the In-N-Out Burger Cookout Trailer—a delicious finish to the flawless event! See it all in the gallery!

We love the location of Kristy and Harnnull’s California wedding—tucked away in the gardens of Cafe Pinot in the heart of downtown LA! The couple carried the floral theme over into their invitations from It’s Amore Design + Letterpress and even used nature-inspired recipe cards for a guest book. Adrienne Gunde Photography captured the day of laid-back elegance for the couple, who had Bunch Studio and Sassy Girl Weddings & Events collaborate for chic, loose pink and green florals and reception decor that looks so pretty in the afternoon light. We think this lovely day was absolutely perfect—see it all in the gallery!

Held outdoors at Ocean Cliff in Newport, Rhode Island, Shiri and Ashwin’s wedding is exploding with bold, electric colors. Orange and pink flowers by Hana Floral Design and Boutique are stunning paired with the green landscape and dark purple Ivy & Aster bridesmaids dresses. The always fabulous Sloan Photographers took amazing photos that show a super-stylish day full of romance: the tents for the outdoor reception are ethereal wrapped in pink and white swags and grounded by rustic wood flooring, and Shiri is simply gorgeous in a Lazaro gown and Jimmy Choo shoes. One of our favorite things is Ashwin’s colorful argyle tie from Alexander Olch New York. Fall in love with this fabulous event in the gallery!

I can already tell Cara and Greg’s wedding is going to be one of my very favorites of the entire year! Every detail is absolute perfection! From the picturesque setting at Sherwood Country Club in Thousand Oaks, California, to Cara’s breathtaking Monique Lhuillier gown and everything in between, these images from Jessica Lewis Photography will send your heart aflutter. Chef David Laufer of Four Seasons Hotel Westlake Village made a simple, elegant buttercream cake festooned with single flowers. We especially love the vintage touches and vignettes throughout the reception! The flowing Bill Levkoff bridesmaids dresses are so pretty with the cream and blush bouquets—we really would wear those again! See even more gorgeousness in the gallery!

Morgan and Matt’s outdoor wedding at Bella Luna Farms was as rustic and charming as it was pretty and timeless. The lovely images from one of Michele M. Waite Photography‘s favorite weddings of this year showcase bold blooms in arrangements and bouquets, as well as Morgan’s classic column-style gown. Sweet farm animals meandered around the grounds as guests enjoyed first a ceremony—where the couple took vows beneath a traditional chuppah festooned with a floral garland—and then a reception inside a barn strung with lights. We think Chambers and Company did a fabulous job with the design of this fun and fabulous affair!

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.

“The recurring theme in my wedding,” Kassie said of her wine country nuptials to Skylar, “was everything had to be custom. Everything done by hand.” Take, for example, the couple’s deep violet invitations, letter pressed by Elizabeth Hubbell Studio on an antique printing machine. Or the fact that the bride hand-rolled cigars and gave them to guests as favors. Each floral vessel—some made of pipe fittings and scrap metal—was hand-picked by Kassie and event designer Dee Merz. But the pièce de résistance of this custom fête was the bride’s gift to her groom. “I surprised him by designing a table made of the Redwood his late father, Bruce, used to build his cabin,” Kassie said. “The table was set up as our head table and—in front of all of our guests—I gave my speech, revealing to Skylar what I had done with his dad’s Redwood. There wasn’t a dry eye in the room!” Soak up all the beauty photographed by Lisa Lefkowitz, if you can!

Jeff and Janet wanted their wedding to wedding to be “completely us,” said the bride. So the couple—a pair of antique-loving, flea market-shopping aficionados—scoured local shops and markets with florist Celina Wong for mason jar, tea cups and glasses that would complete their vintage theme. “We wanted elements that were very simple, yet full of beauty,” she said. The bride found her beautiful lace dress during a trunk show hosted by designer Kristie Kelly. Photographer Connie Lyu was there to capture the joyful day—the perfect day, according to the bride. She said, “Our wedding day is always going to be the most amazing day of my life.”

There are no words to truly express how head-over-heels we are with Julie and Sam’s wedding. Not only does it have the most gorgeous color palette, but the florals by Chestnut & Vine are also nothing short of phenomenal. White clematis, astilbe, raspberries, succulents, dahlias, and among several others, orchids? Amazing. Watercolor stationery and hand painted signs by Julie Song Ink? Melt. Colorful hanging cranes? Stop it. All of this and a beautiful couple who absolutely beam with adoration for each other? We’ll be swooning over this wedding for quite a while! Bravo to the incredible team of vendors who put it together and to the incomparable Jose Villa for capturing these stunning images!

A sea of candles, deep red roses, and deep Spanish wood… Amorina and Matt’s wedding is all about romance and rustic elegance.  Their champagne and red color palette is a perfect complement to the rolling green hills of Southern California’s Shady Canyon Golf Club, and the gorgeous rose topiary centerpieces and greenery garlands created by French Buckets echo the venue’s natural beauty.  These two could not be more in love, and their complete and utter joy is reflected in these beautiful images from Paul Von Rieter!

Anna and Jonathan were married under a large tree at Sonnet House in Leeds, Alabama. So fabulously Southern, wouldn’t you agree? Well, the Southern touches didn’t end there. There were mason jars, burlap, cigar boxes and Southern foods galore, but in addition to all of the rustic and casual details, Anna and Jonathan’s wedding was also artistic and vibrant with lots of colorful snapdragons, hydrangea, and garden roses in unique containers by Proper Measures. I love the laid-back, easy Southern charm in these lovely images from Crimson & Clover Photography!

Every now and then, a wedding comes along that I just can’t get enough of, and Kerali and Ryan’s Newport Beach wedding is absolutely one I can sink myself into and never come out!  Equal parts rustic and romantic, each little detail is perfection – from the beyond (beyond!) fabulous Ark & Co. bridesmaids dresses to the succulent accepts and burlap bouquet wraps and table runners.  And what better place to celebrate than your parents’ backyard?  I’m completely captivated by all of these gorgeous images from Rebekah Westover Photography!

Belinda and Jim’s wedding is not only about as sophisticated and elegant as it gets, but it’s got an utterly fantastic pop of bold color throughout too! Bridesmaids in bright pink BCBG dresses, vibrant pink and red florals dripping with crystals by City of Commerce Flower, and glittering pink favors at each place setting, all set against their stunning venue Athenaeum at Caltech. The venue by itself is amazing, but then add in all these incredible details? I’m 100% smitten. Oh and add in the perfection that is Belinda’s Valentino heels? Make that 110%. Bravo to the whole team responsible for this gorgeous wedding and to Marvin Tsai for the beautiful photos!

Josephine and Milo celebrated their wedding at Lake Merced Golf Club just outside San Francisco. Lots of luscious texture filled the event with lace details incorporated into everything from the invitations to the favors as well as the incredible linens from (the always incredible) La Tavola. The texture continued with Nancy Liu Chin‘s stunning floral arrangements: a mix of both compact and low as well as tall and full centerpieces. But hold your horses, ohmygoodnessgracious…Josephine’s BOUQUET! Perfection. I’m still swooning over that incredible mix of perfect peonies, orchids, roses, and ranunculus. A gorgeous wedding with touches of both Chinese and Hawaiian traditions with beautiful photos by Augie Chang.