This couple’s love story is told in coastal tones of blue and we can’t get enough of it. From the sweetest flower girls we’ve ever seen to signature cocktails served out of a restored 1951 Boles Aero trailer from Hitched Cocktail Co. these nuptials are equal parts heartwarming and fun. Embark Event Design planned the perfect California wedding day filled with lush white blooms designed by Noonan’s Wine Country Designs. The love and joy shine in the imagery by Jen Rodriguez Photography, visit the full gallery to get lost in all the fun.
From Embark Event Design… Michelle & Brendan’s love story is equal parts heartwarming and fun. The pair met at a dive bar with friends and although they had an instant and obvious connection, they did not ride off into the sunset together right away. After Brendan joked that he was “shook” that Michelle wouldn’t share another drink with him late that night, her response was just perfect. She told him to “shake the shook” and ask her out on a real date. Like the true gentleman he is (raised by an incredibly sweet & traditional mom of four boys), Brendan immediately obliged and the two had their first official date on the books. During Michelle & Brendan’s intimate and meaningful ceremony on their wedding day, Michelle shared that as he leaned in for a goodnight kiss on her doorstep that night she whispered “took you long enough,” not referring to their first kiss but his presence in her life. She shared that she had waited a long time for her future husband to show up – and suddenly here he was and she had never felt more at home. Set in the rolling hills of Edna Valley on a perfect Summer day, Michelle & Brendan’s wedding day was a reflection of their relationship. Filled with touches of fun and unique style, many nods to their sweet (and large!) family, and an epic dance party – the couple soaked up each moment of their perfect day with all of their favorite people.
I focused this design on blending the timeless story and natural vineyard setting with playful design elements including lots of color and texture. Michelle’s love for all things blue led the design & carefully depicted the beautiful custom invitation suite from Swell Press. The pair paid homage to their sweet pups with their signature cocktails served from a fun restored airstream from Hitched Cocktail Co. My favorite moment of the night was when the pair snuck away for sunset photos and Michelle surprised Brendan with her second dress! He had no idea that she was going to change, and slipping into something that she could get down in was such a fun surprise. I was thrilled to be able to help her pull this off, especially since I had the joy of going with her to try on & select both of her wedding gowns!”
Following an incredible al fresco style meal from Trumpet Vine Catering filled with seasonal and local finds, guests were invited inside for a night of dancing and fun for the entire party – from the smallest flower girls weaving in and out of the crowd & enjoying (a few too many) slices of the ‘Funfetti’ flavored wedding cake to guests exploring the fun photo booth and late-night indoor bar. Michelle & Brendan bring love and joy to every person that they meet, and their wedding weekend was a true testament to their story and their legacy to be.
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Photography: Jen Rodriguez Photography | Cinematography: Megan And Jeremy | Event Planning: Embark Event Design | Floral Design: Noonan's Designs | Stationery: Swell Press Paper Co. | Catering: Trumpet Vine Catering | Entertainment: Dart Collective | Wedding Venue: Greengate Ranch & Vineyard | Bartending: Hitched Company | Beauty: The Queens Bees | Dessert: The Wooden Spoon | Photo Bus: Bessy The Fotobus | Rentals: All About Events | Rentals: Avenue Twelve Rentals | Signage: Fete and Quill