Geoff proposed to me on our first anniversary. That night, we had dinner at C&O's in Venice (where we had our first date) and had drinks at Hotel Casa del Mar in Santa Monica (which we did on our third date). We went for a walk on the beach in front of the hotel at their wedding ceremony site, and then he got down on one knee!
I didn't really want an obvious theme for the wedding. I love so many different types of weddings and began to feel a little limited by the idea of choosing a theme. I began with my favorite colors and flowers and let it grow from there. The color of the bridesmaid's dresses was the first decision. Next, I chose the contrasting colors that would be in the bridesmaid's bouquets after falling in love with a bouquet I had seen.
I had already decided on the manzanita trees/gardenias at the altar. While looking at centerpieces, I immediately decided on the the manzanita branches/orchids once I saw Branch Out's website. The manzanita was the cohesive element and the predominant colors were white & green with accents of yellow & coral. During the reception we played a little French music, ate French food, had a French wedding cake (croquembouche), and included our favorite French pastries (macarons and canelés) to signify our favorite time together in Paris.
Photography: Adeline and Grace Photography / Venue and Catering: Auberge du Soleil / Flowers: Branch Out Floral and Event Design / Hair& Makeup: Deanna from It's a Date at the Powder Room / Bride's Dress: Amsale / Bride's Shoes: Chanel / Bride's Jewelry: Earrings, Nadri at Bloomingdales & bracelet, Whiteflash / Groom's Suit: Jos. A. Bank / Groom's Shoes: Johnston & Murphy / Groom's Tie: Turnbull and Asser / Engagement Ring and Wedding Bands: Tiffany & Co. & Whiteflash / Bridesmaid Dresses: Amsale / Invitations & Stationery: Folios by M. Thomas, Jacques at Hyegraph Invitations and Calligraphy