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An Intimate Garden Romance in French Blue and Candlelight White at La Jolla Country Club

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The couple kept their wedding colors very elevated and simple. French Blue, Candlelight Whites, and Creams were at the forefront of their designs. They also included a lot of deep greenery for their ceremony floral, which was a beautiful contrast against the lighter shades.


Kiley & Charles wanted their wedding to have a very intimate, romantic, and garden feel...

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When Modern Elegance Meets the Bold Spirit of an Art Gallery

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Pops of pinks and orange, with the bridesmaids wearing different colored dresses, inspired by the pieces in the art gallery

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This modern wedding embraced clean, minimalist design with vibrant pops of color inspired by the surrounding art gallery, creating a contemporary elegance and creative expression. Bold floral installations and colorful accents echoed the artwork on...

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Marble, Linens, and Ceramics: A Tuscan Dream Reimagined in California

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Shades of pink, light blue, taupe, greenery

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Nick and I met in Florence, Italy, while studying abroad during our junior year of college, so Italy has always held a special place in our hearts. We initially considered getting married there, but ultimately, California made the most sense for our families. Still, we knew we wanted to bring a Tuscan-inspired feel to our wedding...

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An Amalfi Coast Celebration at Villa Eva Surrounded by Gardens and Sea Breezes

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Nathan & Bella chose Ravello as their special place three years ago, when Nathan proposed to Bella on the breathtaking Terrace of Infinity at Villa Cimbrone. From that magical moment, their love story began to unfold, and I had the honor of documenting both their proposal and their wedding in this...

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An Italian Lakeside Celebration at Villa Cortine Filled with Color Cuisine and Connection

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The color palette for this wedding was pulled from the villa itself: creamy sandstone to match the walls, soft, moody greens to pick up the interior wallpapers, dusty rose, and sunset shades to capture the colors glittering on the lake.


With an incredible guest experience as the key priority, this beautiful celebration was full of thoughtful touches that...

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A September Day in French Blue at the Historic Armour House in Lake Forest

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In everyday life, I lean very neutral. My closet is mostly black, and our home is mostly white. But something about this wedding felt like it called for color. I didn't want to rush right into a fall palette, given our September date, but didn't want anything too light or summery, either. We quickly landed on a French Blue that pulled ever-so-slightly gray that felt classic and...

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A Vineyard Wedding Filled with Ethereal Music and Endless Bloom at Sunstone Villa

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Spring Pastels (think Easter): Pastel rose pink, ballet slipper pink, spring peach, soft yellow, lavender

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A Romantic escape to a love-filled vineyard of flowers and beauty, ethereal music, elegant food and wine, warmth and love, luxury and celebration.

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A Love Story That’s Truly Out of This World When a diamond concierge meets a...

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An Oceanfront Ritz-Carlton Santa Barbara Wedding Blending Coastal Romance and Cultural Elegance

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Cool, coastal blues, earth tones, crisp white

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Aimee and Kavi’s wedding day at The Ritz-Carlton, Santa Barbara, beautifully reflected their love of the ocean and natural California landscapes. With the Pacific as their backdrop, they shared an intimate first look—Kavi in a classic tuxedo and Aimee in a stunning Vivienne Westwood gown—before exchanging vows in a heartfelt...

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Under the Canopy in Seaside Where Timeless Romance Finds a Modern Twist

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Set beneath a canopy of lush green trees and golden sunlight, this joyful occasion radiates warmth and happiness! Not every wedding in Seaside has to be a beach wedding, and this occasion was the perfect blend of classic charm and a fresh, contemporary approach.

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The Chapel at Seaside was the perfect...

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A Lake Como Wedding Where Layers of Pearl and Petals Steal the Spotlight

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White combined with rose tones and gold.

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Laura and Michael’s Lake Como wedding was a true floral fantasy, inspired by the 3D flowers from Laura’s Oscar de la Renta gown. We wove this detail throughout the design, from the stationery with delicate blind embossing and gold foil, to the opulent yet natural floral arrangements that surrounded their day. Laura dreamed of...

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A Southern Spring Wedding Infused With the Spirit of an Italian Villa

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We mostly designed around our Italian villa venue, soft colors, and things we liked. I would say we would categorize it as southern spring Italian, but we didn’t stick with one theme. The vision was to showcase the romantic vibe that Bella Cosa is! We loved the soft colors and textures that were brought into our tablescapes.

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A Palm-Lined Southern Wedding Blending Timeless Style With Thoughtful Details

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This wedding beautifully embraced its stunning setting, with each space thoughtfully designed to complement the surroundings. The vision was a seamless fusion of timeless, classic elegance with modern touches that nod to the Southern charm of the venue. The bride's vision for originality was realized through statement pieces like the patterned inlay on the dance floor...

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A Flower-Filled Celebration Where Every Detail Was Made for the People They Love Most

[section title="The Planning"] [field title="Wedding Colors"]Madison and Ben’s pink blue and orange and yellow wedding[/field] [field title="Design / Vibe / Vision"]

Our design vision was centered around incorporating color, flowers, and all of the people we love the most. I love anything colorful and have always loved flowers. I knew I wanted exaggerated florals for our wedding through both the ceremony and the reception. I also dreamed of having an outside ceremony with a dramatic...

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From Heritage to Hillside: A Multicultural Wedding at Pippin Hill Farm

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Blue and White with pops of soft pastel pink, butter yellow, and soft purple

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Yumi and Andrew wanted to embrace their heritage of Jewish, Japanese, and Danish, and combine the beautiful garden vineyard vibe of Pippin Hill.

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Custom Couture & Chic Details for a Garden Wedding with European Flair

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The welcome dinner featured vibrant hues of an Arizona sunset - burnt orange, fuchsia, blush, and white. The garden-inspired wedding featured soft pastel hues - blue, blush, greens, and white. We envisioned a garden-inspired theme, filled with lush greenery, soft summer hues that gracefully transitioned into fall, and a touch of Mediterranean elegance. The goal was to create the...

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A Wedding Photographer’s Guide on How to Pose for Wedding Photos

On your wedding day, the last thing you want is to worry about minute details for getting the dreamy, romantic shots.  Investing in the right photographer will definitely ensure that you have the wedding photos of your dreams, but is there a way to enhance your posing for these images? The answer is a resounding yes, and I am sharing with you the same exact tips I share with my couples before their wedding day!  Trust Your Wedding Photographer This likely goes without saying, but I want...

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Mediterranean Magic: A Mamma Mia-Inspired Wedding with a Cyprus Twist

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The wedding embraced a soft and airy color palette, evoking the carefree vibe of a summer afternoon. With hues of blush pink, sky blue, and hints of lavender, the celebration felt like a sun-dappled garden, where every detail reflected the light and warmth of the season.

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Inspired by the joyous spirit of Mamma Mia, the couple dreamed of a wedding that radiated the same...

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A Cultural and Romantic Fusion Among the Vineyards of Napa Valley

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The wedding palette was a romantic blend of soft pinks, muted purples, fresh greens, and classic whites. These tones came together to create an elegant yet whimsical atmosphere that perfectly reflected the couple’s vision.

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The design of Ayana and James’ wedding was a stunning fusion of elegance, cultural celebration, and personalized detail. Set against the rolling...

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Layered Neutrals and Sculptural Florals Set the Scene for This Los Cabos Wedding

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A soft, muted sunset palette guided the design—blush, warm peach, sandy neutrals, and tonal whites were layered throughout the florals, linens, and paper goods.

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The couple envisioned an intimate, effortless beach celebration grounded in natural textures and timeless design. Their wedding embraced the organic elements of Los Cabos: sand underfoot, an ocean breeze, and...

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A Seaside Celebration With Tennis, Tequila, and Timeless Romance at the Ritz-Carlton Bacara

[section title="The Planning"] [field title="Wedding Colors"]White, green, and blue, with pink bridesmaids![/field] [field title="Design / Vibe / Vision"]

Katrina and Zach's wedding weekend at the Ritz-Carlton Bacara featured a blend of relaxed elegance and vibrant fun. The welcome party had a beach club-inspired vibe with tropical flair, neutral tones, and pops of green, while the wedding day was a fairytale by the sea with a focus on timeless portraits and a magical reception. The...

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