We’re not really sentimental types, so I never thought I would say this, but our wedding felt like pure magic that whole evening. It is the most incredible feeling to be surrounded by people who love you so much you can actually feel it in the air. Our ceremony took place overlooking the vineyards in the (hot!) late afternoon and the light was incredible. It was so bright, which was great in a way, because all we could really see was each other, the Rabbi, and those who came to the chuppah to speak. With all the craze of wedding planning and wedding weekend festivities, it was wonderful to have those moments to remember exactly why we were there.

The party got started immediately – we all sat down for an incredible wine country dinner under the trees and twinkly lights and that part was the biggest blur of the whole night because we were trying to relax and take in everything but we also wanted to speak to everyone individually. Because we kept the guest list somewhat small and it was a destination wedding, we both knew everyone there well and knew how much everyone had wanted to be there to celebrate with us. I think we started dancing before we were technically scheduled to start the dance portion of the evening, but that is the best part because we wanted the night to be organic and for everyone to enjoy all the moments. The dancing is what was really memorable to me, because it felt like it was on the dance floor that everyone was having the most fun, catching up with old friends, and meeting new ones. I have to give it to our DJ – Josh Dukes – for knowing exactly what everyone wanted to hear, even though the crowd ranged from ages 10 to 78!

We were planning from afar, so almost everything we saw at our wedding, from the centerpieces, to the escort cards, to our cigar and truffle bar, was new and exciting. It would not have been half as memorable, beautiful, and enjoyable without the help of our amazing vendors, and the support of our incredible friends and family.

Planner: A Savvy Event / Brunch: Eldorado Kitchen / Rehearsal Dinner: Scribe Winery / Wedding Venue: Gundlach Bundschu Winery / Photographer: Jessamyn Harris / Florist: Fleuressence / Catering: Girl & The Fig / Wedding Cake: Inticing Creations / DJ: Josh Dukes / Rentals: Wine Country Party & LaTavola Fine Linens / Hair & Make Up: It’s A Date at The Powder Room / Save the Dates: Lilikoi Design / Invitations: Golden Rectangle Press

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Their wedding was at the newly renovated Social Hollywood ~ a sleek, chic venue that is drop-dead gorgeous. Social Hollywood is a restaurant, lounge, club and event complex located in the reclaimed, historic landmark — The Hollywood Athletic Club — once known as the “playground of the stars.”

Leigh told us this was only the fourth wedding to be held at the Social.

Leigh completely captured Tim and Mindy’s love, their passion and their mmm…. gorgeousness!

The lighting in this room is sheer brilliance … a photographer’s dream-come-true …

One of those ‘take your breath away’ moments!

How unbelievably cool is this place? (And Leigh’s photography!)

Of course, in addition to the beautiful people, the beautiful place, the beautiful ceremony … there were beaucoups of beautiful details!

Did I mention how beautiful Tim and Mindy are?

These images from Leigh Miller Photography are simply staggering in their quality. And I have to tell you, every one of Leigh’s weddings is like this!

If you look at her blog, it is filled to overflowing with the most amazing images … look at Sherri and Scott’s CHIC Cancun Destination Wedding {white with yellow accents}. And then there’s Manuela and Eric’s Strawberry Farms FUN Wedding {lavendar and red accents are too pretty} … I could go on and on. Her blog photos are huge and soooo beautiful.

Lucky, Lucky you if you have Leigh photograph your wedding!

Congratulations Tim and Mindy on a super-fabulous wedding!

And a HUGE thanks to Leigh Miller Photography for sharing it with us today!

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