Today’s stunning San Juan Capistrano wedding is proof that indoor weddings can be JUST as beautiful as outdoor affairs. The bride and groom tied the knot in front of over 200 guests in a winter fête adorned with blooms in the dreamiest color scheme there ever was – white, burgundy, mauve, dusty rose, and plum (umm can you say #winterweddinggoals!?) Thanks to Amorette Events Co., the event went off without a hitch! Don’t forget to head on over to the full gallery for major indoor wedding inspo – taken by Amy Golding!
From Amy Golding… Gathered against the beautiful Southern California winter backdrop, Elisabeth and Paul celebrated their long-awaited wedding day with their Romanian family at Franciscan Gardens in San Juan Capistrano, California. Originally planning for an outdoor gathering, recent weather changed their plans, moving the celebrations indoors. Using Elisabeth’s vision, Amorette Events Co., alongside Modern Bouquet, created a beautiful setting where even a 200 person guest count could feel like an intimate dinner. The couple decided on a dusty blue and cream color scheme, which Modern Bouquet complemented with the most beautiful blooms in various shades of white, burgundy, mauve, dusty rose, and plum to create a subtle winter vibe.
They exchanged their vows at Crossline Community Church, in front of a lush, open arch that perfectly framed the altar. Afterwards, the reception was held at Franciscan Gardens, where Amorette Events Co. and Modern Bouquet created an intimate, indoor space with lush, garden-like centerpieces and tall candles that created a soft and romantic ambience. The bride created her own wedding invitations and stationery, with the help of Kari Winters Calligraphy for the calligraphy, vow books, and envelope liner. She lovingly handmade each menu, each escort card, and program for her dear guests by creating deckle edges for an effortless, organic touch.
THE PROPOSAL: From the bride… Paul and I did long distance our entire relationship so we would visit each other back and forth switching off from him flying to LA and me flying to Portland. It was my turn to fly to Portland in May. The few days before I left, Paul and my best friend were acting strange and just kept emphasizing the weather or what I would wear specifically on Tuesday. So naturally, I thought he would propose that day! On Monday, we had plans to hike to a waterfall with our friends but when we got to the trailhead, they texted us saying they were about 30 minutes away and that we should start the hike without them. We did the hike usual thing and set up a tripod at this waterfall to get some pictures of us two. After the camera timer went off, Paul proposed! I was completely thrown off because I had thought he would be proposing the next day! Right after that, I saw a couple photographers there and Paul said they were people he hired to take pictures (which turned out amazing!) and in the end our friends weren’t actually coming but they were used to throw me off because I knew he would never propose in front of a crowd. It was the most perfect proposal I could have ever dreamed of, especially since I’ve always wanted to be proposed to in front of a waterfall!
OUR FAVORITE MEMORY: My most memorable moment was probably walking down the aisle. Paul and I did a first look beforehand but we still had all the tears and emotions as if it were the first time we saw each other that day! It was such a surreal and special moment walking down and seeing Paul standing as my groom waiting for me!
THE DRESS: I knew I wanted long lace sleeves for a winter wedding dress. Paul and I had hoped to get married in December for a good while so as I waited to be engaged, I was already looking online for ideas of a wedding dress. I found it on Sophia Tolli’s website and out of all the dresses I saw online, it was the only one I loved!
OUR FAVORITE DETAIL: My favorite detail of the wedding day was my bouquet! I could not stop staring at the florals anytime we had downtime during our wedding day!
A TIP TO FUTURE BRIDES: Enjoy all the planning and festivities that come with your engagement because it goes by so fast!
Photographer: Amy Golding | Floral Design: Modern Bouquet | Ceremony Venue: Crossline Community Church | Reception Venue: Franciscan Gardens | Catering : Giracci Vineyards Farms | Venue: Mission San Juan Capistrano | Beauty: Danielle Ryan Beauty | Cake and Desserts: Butterhill Bakery Fullerton | Calligraphy, Signage, Vowbooks: Kari Winters Calligraphy | Film Lab: Goodman Film Lab | Menu Card: Pretty Little Papers | Planning: Amorette Events Co | Rentals: Create A Party | Rentals: Signature Party Rentals