Last month, I had the total honor of seeing Carlie & Gabe’s intimate vow renewal in the Spring Issue of Martha Stewart Weddings Magazine. Their full story and details are also featured on the Martha Stewart Weddings Blog. So many great people were involved in making this day visually stunning. However, the love this family has for one another is just so pure and genuine the beauty of this day really was all about these four. After 10 years of marriage, Carlie & Gabe wanted to celebrate and renew their vows with their kids, how sweet is that? I loved being able to photograph this day and share in such a special day.
FEATURED! Martha Stewart Weddings Magazine: Carlie & Gabe
Its always such an honor to see my work published in Martha Stewart Weddings Magazine! Carlie & Gabe’s vow renewal was an intimate and super special day that felt like magic in the making. I can’t wait to share more from their day but until then, here’s a snippet from the fab feature on newsstands now!! Pick up the magazine or download it to your iPad to read more!
Featured! Martha Stewart Weddings // Vanessa & Joe, Carneros Inn
Vanessa and Joe are living the new american dream….two foodie entrepreneurs carving out a whole new industry right here in the bay area. Their story is not only inspiring but absolutely so much fun! Joe and Vanessa’s passion for food lead them to start Goldbely, a pretty rad concierge food service site that delivers some of the best foods (and desserts!) from all over the country right to your door. Of course, when it came time to plan their wedding, food was going to play a central role in all the details! Check out all their yummy food details here from their custom cookies, giant Momofuku cake, rice crispies and fried chicken. Martha Stewart Weddings did a fantastic job sharing their story and divulging even more details from their day, so be sure to check out their feature! Can we talk about Vanessa’s style for a quick second? Im pretty sure she wins for my favorite bridal style of the year. Vera Wang + Valentino and all that rad jewelry? I was in heaven, photographing a girl with style after my own heart. The wedding was unique from start to finish….from their morning ceremony, a musical march to the reception (so fun!!) and a picnic style lunch that did not disappoint. A big thanks to Martha Stewart Weddings for falling in love with Vanessa and Joe as much as I did!
COORDINATION: Cole Drake Events // LOCATION & CATERING: The Carneros Inn // FLOWERS: Julie Stevens Design //OFFICIANT: Rabbi Ryan Bauer // CAKE: Momofuku Milk Bar // MUSIC: Kugelplex; Pop Rocks // RENTALS: Wine Country Party & Events // VIDEOGRAPHY: Buster Brown Productions // HAIR: Shane Mauldin // MAKEUP: Priscilla Francine Makeup // DRESS: Vera Wang // SHOES: Valentino // VEIL: Twigs & Honey // BRACELET: Lionette // BRIDESMAID DRESSES: Jenny Yoo // GROOM’S SUIT: The Kooples // BOW TIE: Turnbull & Asser // GROOMSMEN: JCREW // CUSTOM COOKIES: Elle’s Belles
WEDDING PAPER DIVAS & BHLDN
Featured! Style Me Pretty // Vic & Naomi Wedding, Clos La Chance Winery
Styling: Amanda O’Shannessy Creative | Floral Designer: Huckleberry Karen Designs | Cakes: Dolce Cakes | Wedding Invitations: Minted | Brides Shoes: Joan & David | Bridesmaids Dresses: JCREW | Catering: Le Papillon | Lighting: Bloomsters | DJ: Big Fun DJ | Groom’s Shoes: Ferragamo | Groom’s Suit: JCREW | Officiant: Sanford Marshall, The Wedding Coach | Bride’s Dress: Pronovias | Cake Stands: Frances Lane | Ceremony & Reception: Clos La Chance | Desserts: Dolce Cakes | Linens: La Tavola | Makeup & Hair: Aimee Makeup Artistry | Paper Goods: Minted | Rentals: One True Love Vintage Rentals | Veil : Trudy’s Bridal | Videography: Event Horizon Pictures |
Featured! Style Me Pretty // Naomi & Vic
So thrilled to see Naomi & Vic’s wedding on Style Me Pretty today! They have such an effortless style and such sweet souls…I’m so glad their story was shared with so many. Their engagement session was also featured on last year and it truly was near and dear to my heart. Hope you get a chance to check out their wedding. I will share my personal favorites on the blog on Monday!
Dina & Yuval // Published in The Knot Magazine
Alex & Brandon // Big Bash On Treasure Island
Alex and Brandon had one big bash on Treasure Island! Their wedding was a quintessential San Francisco affair and every piece played a role in Alex and Brandon’s story. The church they chose to say “i do” was minutes from their place in North Beach, a neighborhood they have called home for years. Their guests filled the seats in the church and quickly filed onto shuttles that would drive them over the bridge to Treasure Island, where the party began. The big white tent welcomed all their guests and hosted a beautifully designed spread for dinner. Bustle Events really outdid themselves with this design…I mean look at all that gorgeous detail! The florals were designed by none other than Natalie Bowen who just captured the 1920s whimsical garden party feel that Alex was hoping to achieve. From sea foam greens, mint, blush and coral…it was such a beautiful party!! Dancing the night away under the big white tent, across from the iconic SF skyline…what could be better? Oh wait…fireworks. It really wouldn’t be the big bash on Treasure Island without the big fireworks at the end, how would it?
Event Design: Bustle Events // Gown: Monique Lhullier // Shoes: Jimmy Choo // Jewelry: Nadri Pearl Drop Earrings and Nadri Marquise Bracelet // Engagement ring: Northwest Diamonds and Jewelry // Wedding bands: Northwest Diamonds and Jewelry // Groom’s attire: Vera Wang // Bridesmaids’ dresses: Various Designers (Jil Stuart, Monique Lhullier, Bill Levkoff, etc.) // Groomsmen’s suits: Vera Wang // Save the Date: Minted // Invites: PaperSource // Menus & PlaceCards: Aerialist Press // Tables & Chairs: Hartmann // Table Linens: LaTavola // Table Numbers & Signage: Bustle Events // Florals: Natalie Bowen // Cake: Shannie Cakes // Desserts: Sweet San Francisco // Cake Topper: BetterOffWed on Etsy // Venue: Pavillion By the Bay // Catering: Wine Valley Catering // Band: Wall Street Band // DJ: Josh Dukes // Hair & Makeup: The Glamourist // Videography: Imagique Weddings // Lighting: Impact Lighting
**You can read all about their story on Martha Stewart Weddings!!**
Featured! Martha Stewart Weddings // Alex & Brandon, Treasure Island
Always such a sweet treat to see one of our weddings featured on Martha Stewart Weddings! Check out the feature on Martha Stewart for the full detail from this fantastic Treasure Island bash. We were so lucky to work with some great vendors and a team of creatives who I love collaborating with…I’ll be sharing my faves from the wedding tomorrow but in the meantime…check out Martha’s Blog!! Woot!
Chris & Jordan // Holman Ranch Winery, Carmel
I’m so happy that Style Me Pretty featured Jordan and Chris’ wedding and told their story in all its glory. They are such a lovely couple who are incredibly sweet and totally in love. It was such an honor to be part of their day. Their wedding was stunning, a perfect blend of sophistication and elegance. I just loved how they transformed Holman Ranch and created a party that really set the bar high. Chris has such a love and true passion for wine. So it was only fitting that his collection of fine wines made its debut along with his choice of italian imported salami for cocktail hour. The entire menu and dining experience revolved around the perfect wine pairings. It was magical. Jordan and Chris were surrounded by their close friends and family all weekend and really focused on celebrating with the people they cared most about. I had the pleasure of photographing their rehearsal dinner as well, which allowed me to share more time with their incredible families. It was such a special weekend…one to remember for sure.
Wedding Dress: Dakota By Enzoani Via Jin Wang Bridal | Floral Design: Floral Theory | Bride’s Shoes: Christian Louboutin | Bridesmaids Dresses: Dessy | Catering: A Taste Of Elegance | DJ: Marty Satow | Groom’s Suit: Tom Ford | Bride’s Diamond Suite + Engagement & Wedding Band: Fourtane Jewelers | Ceremony & Reception : Holman Ranch | Groom’s Wedding Band: Fourtane Jewelers | Invitations & Day Of Paper Goods: Obligation Letter Press Via Union Street Papery | Linens: La Tavola | Master Sommelier Team: Master Somm Catherine Fallis & Master Somm David Glancy | Mirror Seating Chart: Mariko Giverink, Bee Curious Designs | Rentals: Classic Party Rentals | Transportation: Main Event | Venue: Holman Ranch | Wedding Planning & Event Design: Simone Lennon: Soiree By Simone Lennon