Southern California DIY Ranch Wedding
This next wedding, brought to us by Matthew Morgan Photography, was a true labor of love for not only the bride and groom but for all their friends and family as well. It is a perfect example of a community coming together to celebrate a marriage. And, it is pretty hard to believe that they accomplished all of this in only four months! There are so many little details (think, a Polaroid wall and rustic furniture vignettes) that just made this already adorable wedding that more personal and precious. And it is so sweet that they were able to incorporate cherished items that belonged to the bride’s grandmother into the decor. Plus, with indie vendors like Elizabeth Dye and Twigs and Honey…it’s kind of perfection. There is so much more goodness in the gallery! xoxo Sweet Emilia Jane
More unique DIY details in the gallery!
From the bride, Jenna…Planning this wedding was SUCH a blast! It was a whirlwind of an engagement (about 4 months), and so timelines and strict schedules were sort of thrown out of the window. John and I are both very laid back people and when we started planning our wedding in April, everything just started falling into our laps! We knew early on that we wanted something simple and something memorable (who doesn’t?) that incorporated our personal memories. We wanted it to feel like a home with a bit of a Parisian flea-market feel, and once we told everyone our vision, everything started falling into place.
One of the many blessings we got to experience through this whole process was how all of our family and friends stepped up and helped us in tremendous ways. My grandma died about two weeks after we got engaged, but during that rough time my parents and rest of the family helped us collect a bunch of furniture, plates, old bottles, succulents, you name it, from her house to use at the wedding. And it was so cool to see all of those memories I had of my grandmother and her house at the wedding! She would’ve been so happy.
Not only that, but almost every week before the wedding, we had people over at my house in San Clemente, CA to help us with our wedding projects. I don’t think my mom and I were planning on making as many things as we did, but we just had so much fun… we couldn’t stop! We went all over southern California, Arizona, New Mexico, and Texas hopping from antique shop to antique shop, dumpster to dumpster (yep) to find billions of vintage plates, old coffee tins, the part of the gate for the bottle chandelier, and just random pieces of wood and furniture that we thought we could use and would look cute. It was so fun, and such a good time for my mom and I to have together before I got married.
Everything was perfect. John and I couldn’t have been more happy with how it turned out, and with all the help from everyone close to us, it really made for the most memorable time of our lives!
Photographer: Matthew Morgan Photography / Venue: Private field in Trabuco Canyon, CA / Bride’s dress: Elizabeth Dye / Jewelry: Sora Designs / Headpiece: Twigs and Honey / Shoes: Urban Outfitters / Groom’s suit: H&M / Catering: Piaggio / Cake: Caitlin Knoop / Videographer: Danny Lipinski / Florist: Pam Lowe of Pamela Lowe Floral Designs
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You had me at Elizabeth Dye dress! I just adore her dresses, although I surprised myself & ended up buying another designer. I drooled over the dress, so sweet!, & every other detail of this wedding!!
I absolutely loved this theme! It was unique and the bride and groom really embraced it and made it their own. Not to mention their adorable details, from the menu card fans, the "Mr. and Mrs." on the back of the chairs- were all so seamless and perfectly put together. I also really liked the creative photos!
What a gorgeous setting!! And that brown velvet couch - I want that in my lounge! Love her outfit too!
Wedding looks like so much fun, love the fact the brides maids are not matching. Having personal items at the wedding too adds the personal look. Bride looks great too.
Simply and utterly beautiful! :-) x x
I would love to find out how the succulent picture frame was made! It is amazing!
Are there any more details available about the venue? I know it says Private Field, but what does that mean? I love it, help!!!
OMG!! I love this wedding and I am also wondering where this venue is at and if it can be rented. I have been looking all over Orange County for a place like this one! Please help! Thanks! Love it!!!
THANK YOU for sharing this wonderful wedding! My fiance & I want to have a DIY camp-out wedding but were having a hard time describing the concept to our friends and family. Now we can show people that what we're talking about can still be elegant while informal.
Thanks for the inspiration!
I am absolutely in love with their wedding. It is so beautiful, I almost tear up looking at the photos. It looks so simple and pretty and full of love. The feel and warmth of their wedding is exactly what I hope mine will have.
This wedding, among others, is at The Parker Ranch in Trabuco Canyon, CA. 'sThe 102 acre ranch has been in The Parker Family for over 54 years. Rustic beautiful Oak Canapies, Olive Groves, a running stream, beautiful. Everyone decorates on their own, the way they want, within their own budget. Most of the fruit comes from the land. The photography is beautiful, the imagination of the bride and groom's families and friends in decorating is beyond belief.
Hi Barbara! Can you give any more information about the Parker Ranch? I can't find any info online. Is the ranch open to other brides or just friends of the family? I would love to get married there next year!
The photographs are simply amazing. Really good work from the photographer! And also lovely personal touches and details from the couple!
Hi, If possile, can you please send me info on the Parker Ranch? I have been looking everywhere for a settling like this! It is absolutely beautiful and so fun! Thanks so much!
To receive information on The Parker Ranch, which is open to not just family and friends, but to new couples we would like to have as new friends, contact Barbara Parker 949 278 6876 and you will be directed to the right person. You can also contact me by Google - Barbara Parkers Jewelry and this will direct you to my website.
Barbara
Inspired and touching work by Matthew Morgan, looks just like a day in heaven.
MATTHEW MORGAN KNOWS WHERE THE RIGHT LIGHTING IS, THE RIGHT SETTING, THE RIGHT EVERYTHING. IF YOU DO NOT HAVE A PHOTOGRAPHER FOR YOUR WEDDING, I WOULD HIGHLY RECOMMEND HIM. IT'S DEFINITELY WORTH CONTACTING HIM. YOU CAN ALSO CONTACT ME BY EMAILING ME AT BARBARA@BPARKERS.COM AND I CAN GIVE YOU ADDITIONAL INFORMATION.
amazing!