This backyard soiree is simply beyond gorgeous with its hints of purple and lavender (check out the chiavari chairs), vintage chic details, and amazing fabric seating chart with chicken wire and mini clothespins. Really, have you ever seen such a pretty seating chart before? Each and every photograph from Gabriel Ryan Photographers has me falling completely head over heels in love with this Calabasas wedding. And lucky for us there is so much more in the gallery!









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From Gabriel Ryan Photographers…I can’t tell you how many times we hear from engaged couples “we would LOVE to have a backyard wedding, but we just don’t know anyone with a cool backyard.” Fortunately, for Ashley and Cory, Ashley’s aunt & uncle were thrilled at the idea of hosting the wedding at their home tucked away in the hills of Calabasas. And the fact that their property was the perfect venue… well that was just a bonus.
From the purple chivaris, to the comfy cocktail lounge, to the chalkboard menu and made-to-order ice cream sandwiches, there were just enough details to make the event personal without being overwhelming. It was obvious that Ashley and Cory wanted an intimate gathering and a rocking’ party where everyone could “make themselves at home.” And thanks to the guiding hand of Lindye Galloway, a thoughtful offer from a family member and the intentional excitement from Ashley and Cory, their wedding was just that.
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Wedding Photography: Gabriel Ryan Photographers / Flowers: Blossom Floral / Event Design + Planning: Lindye Galloway + The Bride / Ceremony + Reception Location: Private Residence in Hidden Hills / Invitations + Stationery: Magpie Paperworks / Wedding Dress: Watters / Bridesmaid Dresses: J.Crew / Rentals: Town and Country / DJ: Eric Trine / Makeup: Bliss Makeup Artistry
WOW! this is absolutely stunning! I love the purple accents, its my fav colour ;) everything is beautiful, great job & congrats!!!
So pretty! I love the bridesmaid dresses and the backyard setting. Very homey and pretty!
groomsmen in jeans and patterned bridesmaid dresses? FANTASTIC!!
gorgeous, the textures are just gorg!
Where are the bride's beautiful shoes from? Love the colors of this wedding!!!
I am in love with the purple scroll fabric used throughout the wedding! Could you please tell me where you found this?
it is such an honor to share our work with your AH-MAZING readers! my hope is that ashley & cory's wedding photos inspire couples planning their own weddings :)
Wow, love this. Sometimes simple yet elegant trumps everything else. Great job on the photography Gabriel.
Awesome pictures!!! Everything looks so good! the depth of field is super clean too!!
ROCK ON!!! Beautiful work!
-Tim
Simply splendid!! The images are breathtaking, clever, and stylishly cool. Gabriel Ryan is masterful :)
Absolutely beautiful! :)
Absolutely love it! The wedding is gorgeous, the photos incredible. Gabriel Ryan always creates amazing work!
Oh my gosh, these images are amazing! I seriously LOVE Gabriel's work!! I'm smitten with all of the details- they are simple and understated, but so perfect! Love, love, love!!
Wow, thank you for the sweet words everyone! I am so glad you loved it as much as we did... especially our custom design pieces. The purple scroll fabric we used on the pieces (like the seating chat wall) was from Joann fabrics. :)
I love it! Makes me wish I could re-do my backyard wedding from several years ago. My favorite part was the crates on the wine table.
all the details are fantastic! i love the guys in jeans and the girls in their dresses...totally unique! gabriel, you guys did a fantastic job capturing their day.
Beautiful. Love the simple everyday elegance and charm.
such a beautiful wedding! amazing job!
beautiful! love all of the purple, and the classy details!
Love everything about it. Photography is amazing, and love all the beautiful shades of purple!
Ashley & Cory hit that sweet spot where relaxed and styled kiss - so perfectly gorgeous! And the warmth of the day totally shines in everyone's faces. Beautiful!
I love the uncluttered feel of this yet it retains interesting eye catching color and texture.
Most original
loved this wedding and its shades of purple.
Congrats to the beautiful couple.
What gorgeous Wedding Photos! This was such a beautiful wedding, the Photographers did such a great job!!!
Cheerio
-Melissa E Earle
What a beautiful event!
I love the altar made out of the branches. Where did you get that?
Wow! Just amazing. Love the details!
I love how the groomsmen wore jeans and converse! There are no rules just personal styles - I love it!
gorgeous images!
Beautiful! I have to know how you built your seating chart wall! Did you build the frame from scratch and is it free-standing? I want to do this for my guestbook: guest polaroids clothes-pinned to chicken wire. and I am totally stumped!
I cannot believe our wedding is featured on SMP!!! We are so excited and so grateful and appreciative of both Gabriel Ryan and Lindye Galloway. And, big thanks to SMP and to all of the people who left these beautiful comments- we feel very fortunate!
PS: One reader asked about my shoes- they are Kate Spade. I found them on a whim at Nordstom Rack!
Beautiful!
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