Now that sounds intriguing, doesn’t it? My couple is very, very private, and so all I can do is call them “A” and “D” – by their initials. Don’t be disappointed – there will be no photos of a radiant bride to share (she WAS radiant on her wedding day!)… BUT she and her new husband did allow me to share a few detail shots and of course photos of their romantic venue, Holman Ranch, with you all! (Photographer Lyndsay Undseth elevated all these details to art status – you will see…)
The couple had invited only closest family and friends – every single guest had played an important role in their lives. Even at a guest count of around 100, their celebration felt close and intimate. The bride had specified a romantic style with blush pink as the accent color in addition to ivory, and our florists, Briana and Krista of Gavita Flora, did a marvelous job!
Beautifully calligraphed wood and chalkboard signs by HeartPaperSoul added an extra touch…
Ready for the ceremony – here are the rings!
… and the dress…
… a boutonniere…
… and the breathtaking bridal bouquet.
Our couple said their vows on the Ceremony Lawn overlooking the valley, with a dramatic backdrop of billowing clouds from wildfires raging on the other side of the mountain range separating Carmel Valley from the Pacific Coast.
Paddle fans doubling as ceremony programs were welcomed by all guests – it was a really hot day!
Guests showered the newlyweds with rose petals from cute little paper cones that they found on their chairs.
After ceremony and Cocktail Hour, guests were invited to the Rose Patio for a delicious meal by Paradise Catering.
Tables were set with linens and china from Chic Event Rentals and with gorgeous centerpieces in mercury glass containers by Gavita Flora:
In lieu of table numbers, tables were named after the groom’s favorite animals – on watercolor cards!
Outside, we were treated to a beautiful sunset:
Following dinner, guests walked over to the Carriage House Lawn…
where a buffet of wedding cake and Greek desserts (especially Baklava – from Epsilon Restaurant, honoring the bride’s heritage) was waiting.
… and then, of course, it was time for dancing! The Carriage House was illuminated by myriads of twinkling lights…
… and the Wonderbread 5 band got the crowd going…
Nobody wanted to leave! Bride and groom had seen that coming – and so the party continued through the night at a nearby bar. It was truly an epic celebration!