Modern Farmhouse Wedding at Ojai Valley Inn

Sarah & Grant wanted a design that felt elegant, timeless and approachable. We used the beautiful architecture and design of the Farmhouse at Ojai Valley Inn and created a design that felt both celebratory and like it belonged in the space.

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Gown: Katherine Tash “Ilaria” Gown from Loho Bride Veil: Daphne Newman's Cathedral Length Silk Tulle Veil with Blusher - also from Loho Bride After party dress: Show Me Your Mumu - Jasmine Halter Mini Dress Shoes: Schutz Pearl Nappa Leather Pump Groom's Tux: Alton Lane Custom Tux Groom's Shoes: Crockett & Jones - The Pump

The bride's sisters wore black Macdugall floor length gowns.

Guests were greeted with Ojai Valley Inn's signature Lavender Lemonade before ceremony. For cocktail hour, guests enjoyed a full bar and the tray passed apps included Grilled Fig with Lavender Chevre and Ojai Honey on Toasted Brioche, Prosciutto di Parma Melon Lollipops, Big Eye Tuna Tartare Tacos, Avocado, Wasabi Crema, Short Rib Tartlets, Whipped Ricotta, Cabernet Jus, and Garden Artichoke Fritters with Smoked Tomato Aioli. Seated dinner included Warm Artisan Dinner Rolls and Sweet Butter. Baby Kale Salad, Heirloom Carrot, Avocado, Pepitas, Tomato, Pecorino, Cider Vinaigrette. Main Course was Cast Iron Jidori Half Chicken Garlic Rapini, Aged White Cheddar Grits, Lemon-Thyme Jus or Local White Sea Bass Potato Puree, Melted Leeks and Oyster Mushroom Ragout, Preserved Lemon Beurre Blanc or Grilled Yellow Cauliflower “Steak” Grilled Yellow Cauliflower ''Steak'', Smoked Eggplant Puree, Curried Lentils, Bengali Apricot Chutney The crowd favorite to end the night - The Ojai Valley Inn Signature Candy Bar Pretzel Cookie Crust, Peanut Butter Mousse, Caramel, Chocolate Ganache, Chocolate Sauce, Peanut Brittle, Vanilla Ice Cream

Sarah and Grant loved the look of a wild aisle not overly formal and guests seated in a semi circle for a more intimate feel. They stood on a circular raised platform surrounded my lush blooms that looked like they had been planted and grown there. All of the florals by Heavenly Blooms were a gorgeous white and crisp greens, for an effortless and timeless look.

Sarah & Grant opted for a 3 tiered buttercream cake with soft buttercream florals and greens to tie in the reception decor for ceremonial cutting and photos.

The bride's brother read Union by Robert Fulghum

Sarah & Grant hosted their California destination wedding weekend at the iconic Ojai Valley Inn, in Ojai, California. It was a destination wedding for all of their guests and save the date and wedding invitations were thoughtful, refined and excited the guests for the celebration to come. The intention was to create a design that honored the architecture of the modern farmhouse style venue and was black tie with an approachable feel. Each detail thoughtfully designed to add personal touches or enhance the guest experience. The weekend was filled with joy, laughter and smiles celebrating their love.

Cold sparklers wow'd the guests at 10pm and guided them across the path to the after party where dancing continued and they were treated to sweet and savory late night snacks.