The Design For This Wedding Was Inspired By The Groom’s Proposal In A Sea Of Rose Petals

Melissa Hammam
February 3, 2022
Categories: Fall, Real Weddings, Romantic, Seasonal Wedding Trend, The Blog

We’re convinced the phrase “love in full bloom” was based on this California wedding. From the stunning ceremony arch to the sweetheart table, and everywhere in between, incredible installations of white roses by Organic Flora fill this fabulous day with romance. Events by Talissa created the classic and dreamy design with inspiration deriving from Adam’s proposal to Lauren in a sea of rose petals. All of the heartwarming details are beautifully captured in the imagery by Dear Lovers, you can see every magical moment in the full gallery.

From the bride… On June 22, 2019, 4 days after Lauren’s birthday, Adam planned the ultimate spa day for his future bride at the Park Hyatt Aviara Resort in Carlsbad, CA. Thinking her belated birthday massage and facial was the most thoughtful part of the day, Adam surprised Lauren when later that night he asked her to marry him surrounded by hundreds of rose petals and candles. The romantic, intimate proposal served as inspiration for the pair’s special day, which was brought to life by Talissa Arcangeli from Events by Talissa. Wanting to keep their day classic, timeless, and intimate, Talissa designed the most dreamy and romantic ceremony and reception space for Lauren and Adam’s 80 friends and family.

The bride walked down the all-white rose-lined aisle accompanied by both her mother and father, while guests watched the two exchange their vows from one of the bride’s favorite details of the day- bisque, French linen-backed chairs. Roses, roses, and more roses! A symbol of love for Lauren and Adam, Lauren worked closely with Leela from Organic Flora to source hundreds of white roses for a romantic and dreamy aisle installation and arch. Lauren and Adam were drawn to the Rancho Bernardo Inn because of its Mediterranean-inspired architecture and charm and all the beautiful rose bushes. It was the first and only venue they toured! On the search for a sleek and simple modern gown, the bride surprised her mom, matron of honors, and even herself when she said “yes to the dress” to a tulle, Badgley Mischka ballgown with lace rose appliques. The rose appliques caught Lauren’s eye right away as they reminded her of her groom-to-be. Adam always told Lauren he would plant rose bushes in their first home together to honor his dad who passed in 2002, as one of Adam’s favorite memories of his father growing up was watching him tend to his roses. Lauren loved the idea of honoring Adam’s dad on their wedding day, and she couldn’t get over how romantic and flowy the dress was. Lauren’s bridesmaids wore various styles of Birdy Grey dresses in the color taupe and held blooms full of white and mauve roses and ranunculus with lots of texture. The bride’s one junior bridesmaid, who was promoted from flower girl to junior bridesmaid after the pair’s wedding was postponed a year because of covid, wore a darker mauve color. Sugared Fig Paperie designed a neutral invitation suite for the bride and groom that included ivory paper, gold ink and magnolia-lined taupe-hued envelopes. Each guest received an invitation and details card wrapped in hand-dyed silk ribbon and a gold wax deal. The taupe-hue was an almost near-exact match to Lauren’s bridesmaid dresses and was the guest’s first glimpse into the pair’s romantic and personalized day. The Bride’s own “Gleaming Primrose Mirror”, a gold, vintage-inspired mirror fit with jeweled adornments, doubled as the seating chart with calligraphy by Betlem Calligraphy.

Weathered wood guest tables filled the intimate, outdoor reception space, which had guests in awe when they saw an outdoor fireplace adorned with greenery, flowers, and candles. Lauren and Adam danced their first dance as husband and wife during golden hour and once the sunset, the patio’s twinkle lights came to life and the reception space glistened. Guest tables were lined with white taper candles and centerpieces of white and mauve roses and ranunculus in ivory vases. Classic, romantic, and timeless! Jenny Wenny Cakes delivered the most delicious and timeless, 3-tiered wedding cake. Adorned with mauve florals from Organic Flora, the pair cut their cake to “How Sweet It Is To Be Loved By You” by James Taylor. Lauren and Adam also treated their guests to some of their favorite treats-cheesecake, tiramisu, lemon bars, brownies, and cookies.