"Modern Day Design"

Call me a major wedding nerd, but just as soon as I saw this Santa Barbara beauty, I knew today was going to be a good day.  Not just because of the hot pink palette, the Kate Spade glitter pumps, or even the ombre petals trailing down the aisle, but because Joy de Vivre made sure the entire day was rustic glam done so, so right. ...

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Woodland romance meets West Coast cool in this California wedding so perfectly captured by Raya Carlisle Photography. Inspired by the groom's Mexican roots and the bride's Hawaiian heritage, Joy de Vivre helped design a beautiful blend of two cultures for a wedding of unparalleled pretty. Modern Day Design...

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The decadence of this wedding has me grinning from ear to ear on this rainy Wednesday. From the bride's gown with intricate detailing to the lush greenery surrounding this very handsome couple, XOXO Bride did a beyond fabulous job putting this day into reality. And the stunning work from Miki & Sonja Photography seals the deal for my love of the west coast. That's it, I am...

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When a wedding this pretty comes across our desk, it's not just a happy day. It's like this big sigh of "this is why I am never allowed to complain about my job" happy day. Because in life, beauty this rich and layered is decidedly rare and it easily reminds you that even on your cloudiest day, when it comes to weddings, all is good in the world. Designed by the lovely Joy de Vivre with flowers by...

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This Bride and Groom took their wedding, which is special in and of itself, and crafted a day centered around a spot they both hold dear, their alma mater. Celebrating their love where they met, where they grew together as a couple; that's the extra special sauce that makes this wedding stand out. And all the pretty garden details captured by Raya Carlisle Photography are the added bonus. They're details like huge, garden blooms...

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A wedding that kicked off their marriage with a bang - that was this couple's vision of their dream day, and I would say they got that and SO much more. Because this al fresco affair planned by Platinum Weddings by Kerrie and captured by Christine Farah Photography is a stunner. Stun-ner. It's so much more than a bang, it's bright and vibrant and full of...

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If there was ever a place where wedding dreams were born it would have to be Santa Barbara.  I become instantly obsessed with every wedding that comes out of this Southern California oasis and this little gem by Alexandra Kolendrianos is no exception.  It is the ultimate seaside soiree with pops of pink and teal, scrumptious arrangements of flowers tucked into every corner and the most effervescent bride and groom.  ...

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Oh, Santa Barbara...you have a serious hold on my heart.  I love your gorgeous views and breathtaking light that creates magic everywhere it goes.  Add in a wedding with the camera mastermind Meg Perotti and the perfect planners at The Stylish Soiree and you have me in a total and complete crush mode.  Modern romance abounds throughout this al fresco stunner and I can't get...

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Oh Leo, Leo, Leo Patrone, what would we do without your INSANELY gorgeous images? We've been poring over this gem from the moment it popped into our inbox. It's a Santa Barbara classic with PERFECTLY edited details by XOXO Bride. And, of course, one can't go without mentioning the crazy gorgeous style woven throughout the affair. Shoes: killer. Long, lustrous hair: out of this...

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San Ysidro is home to one of the most spectacular wedding venues on the face of the planet. So when you layer on top of that a wedding design by beloved designer, Ariel Yve Design, sweets by Vanilla Bake Shop and flowers + design  by Modern Day Design..well. You...

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