13 02, 2013

Featured on Borrowed & Blue!

By |2013-02-13T14:58:58-07:00February 13th, 2013|Featured|

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  • A Santa Barbara wedding photo taken by Willa Kveta Photography
  • A Santa Barbara wedding photo taken by Willa Kveta Photography
  • TEAM Hair & Makeup contributed to this wedding photo.
  • A Santa Barbara wedding photo taken by Willa Kveta Photography
  • Santa barbara wedding photography by Willa Kveta Photography
  • Santa Barbara Air Bus contributed to this wedding photo.
  • Santa barbara wedding photography by Willa Kveta Photography
  • Camilla Flowers & Design and 3 others contributed to this wedding photo.
  • Soleil Events contributed to this wedding photo.
  • A Santa Barbara wedding photo taken by Willa Kveta Photography
  • Lorraine Lim Catering and 2 others contributed to this wedding photo.
  • Soleil Events contributed to this wedding photo.
  • Santa barbara wedding photography by Willa Kveta Photography
  • Ybarra Music and 1 other contributed to this wedding photo.
  • A Santa Barbara wedding photo taken by Willa Kveta Photography
  • Santa barbara wedding photography by Willa Kveta Photography
  • TEAM Hair & Makeup contributed to this wedding photo.
  • Camilla Flowers & Design contributed to this wedding photo.
  • A Santa Barbara wedding photo taken by Willa Kveta Photography
  • Ventura Rental Party Center contributed to this wedding photo.
  • Santa barbara wedding photography by Willa Kveta Photography
  • Bellavista Designs contributed to this wedding photo.
  • Soleil Events and 2 others contributed to this wedding photo.
  • Bellavista Designs and 1 other contributed to this wedding photo.
  • Soleil Events and 2 others contributed to this wedding photo.
  • Bellavista Designs and 2 others contributed to this wedding photo.
  • Montecito Confections contributed to this wedding photo.
  • TEAM Hair & Makeup and 1 other contributed to this wedding photo.
  • Bellavista Designs contributed to this wedding photo.
  • Santa barbara wedding photography by Willa Kveta Photography
  • A Santa Barbara wedding photo taken by Willa Kveta Photography
  • Bruce Barrios Productions and 1 other contributed to this wedding photo.
  • TEAM Hair & Makeup contributed to this wedding photo.

This Santa Barbara wedding is the reason that we live and breathe weddings. It’s perfectly put together, while having a relaxed vibe, and everything works together so beautifully it takes our breath away a little. Every wedding that we get from Willa Kveta Photography is stunning, but this one is really something special. The bride, Devon, just radiates beauty and joy, and we can tell that Lance feels the same way. Devon + Lance have the kind of love story that we all dream about; met at the age of 14, started dating after college, and have been together ever since. I don’t think there is anything sweeter than that. We could watch these two lovebirds frolic around the gorgeous grounds of this private estate all afternoon….just perfect.

From the bride….

Our wedding inspiration was ‘rustic elegance’. It was on our family ranch so we wanted to use as much of the outdoors and what the local plants and food of Santa Barbara had to offer.

Our Love Story

We met at the ripe age of 14. We went to the same high school and were around the same friends. We were always friends and then started dating 2 years after college. We have been together ever since.

What’s Next

We plan on staying local in Southern california. We would like to reside in San Clemente and have 4 kids. God willing, 3 of our own and one adopted.

Venue for This Wedding

  • Venue
    Private Lavender Estate

Vendors for This Wedding

11 02, 2013

Bacara Wedding Featured on Style Me Pretty!

By |2013-02-11T17:11:06-07:00February 11th, 2013|Featured|

Santa Barbara Resort Wedding from Joy de Vivre & Michael + Anna Costa

When a wedding this pretty comes across our desk, it’s not just a happy day. It’s like this big sigh of “this is why I am never allowed to complain about my job” happy day. Because in life, beauty this rich and layered is decidedly rare and it easily reminds you that even on your cloudiest day, when it comes to weddings, all is good in the world. Designed by the lovely Joy de Vivre with flowers by Modern Day Design and imagery by our friends Michael & Anna Costa, I could live and die in this celebration alone. Click here to see so much more.

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From the Bride… Steve and I met my last year of college.  We had tons of mutual friends but didn’t get around to being friends until he had already graduated.  We went on our first date soon after meeting, and from then on, we were pretty inseparable.  When Steve asked me to marry him in July 2011, there was no question of where we’d get married – Santa Barbara.  Being the planner that I am, I started reading Style Me Pretty religiously and putting together inspiration boards for our future wedding.

I am from Northern California, Steve is from Washington, and we live in LA, but Santa Barbara holds a special place in our heart.  Living in LA, it’s a place we like to visit at least once a year for so many reasons – the palm trees and Spanish architecture, the intimate feeling of a small city, the fact that you can go wine tasting and walk on the beach in the same day…oh and the perfect weather!  Since all guests but two had to travel into town, we wanted them to be able to make a vacation out of the trip.  Bacara is an amazing resort with multiple pools, ocean views, and tons of activities.  We were able to use the whole resort from the Rehearsal Dinner in the Spa Cafe, Welcome Reception on Ocean Terrance, and Newlywed Brunch on the Miro Lawn.  Our one goal for the weekend was to make sure our guests had an amazing time the whole weekend, and we couldn’t be happier with our decision to get married at Bacara.

I always had a vision of what I wanted our wedding to look like – soft, pretty, and intimate.  We put this look together with TONS of chandeliers, candles, muted colors, mercury glass, and wood.  I think my favorite details of the day were the handmade wooden signage and 21 chandeliers that filled the beautiful tent we put up on the Ocean Lawn.  Tracy Lazaro also did a beautiful job with all the paper products and calligraphy. I think my favorite moments of the wedding were seeing our friends and family dance together…and the late night cigar bar and pizza were a nice touch!  It was a day full of love, friendship, and family, and it was better than we could have ever imagined.

Swirl1Wedding Photography: Michael & Anna Costa / Wedding Venue: Bacara Resort & Spa in Goleta, California / Wedding Planning + Design: Joy de Vivre Wedding Coordination / Floral Design: Modern Day Design / Officiant: Judge Thomas Adams / Wedding Cinematography: Rising Moon Films / Wedding Stationery + Calligraphy: Lazaro Press / Band: Stew & the Crew / DJ: Gavin Roy Presents, DJ Gavin Roy / Wedding Signage: Julie Song Ink / Linens: La Tavola Fine Linen Rental / Lighting: Bella Vista Designs / Rentals: Classic Party Rentals / Transportation: Santa Barbara Airbus / Cigars: Anthony Fiset of Wedding Cigar Rollers / Wedding Dress + Belt: Christos via Saks Fifth Avenue / Bride’s Shoes + Clutch: Jimmy Choo / Veil: BHLDN / Bridesmaids’ Dresses: Amsale / Hair & Makeup: TEAM Hair & Makeup / Groom’s + Groomsmen’s Tuxes: J.Crew

Bella Vista Designs, Inc, Julie Song Ink, La Tavola Fine Linen Rental, Lazaro Press & Design, Michael & Anna Costa Photographers Ltd., Rising Moon Films and TEAM Hair and Makeup are members of our Little Black Book. For more information on how members are chosen, click here.
Amsale, BHLDN and J.Crew are members of our Look Book. For more information on how members are chosen, click here.

25 02, 2012

Featured in Martha Stewart Weddings Magazine!

By |2012-02-25T14:29:27-07:00February 25th, 2012|Featured|

Elizabeth and Matthew

For Elizabeth and Matthew the good things in life — oranges, avocados, and true love — can be found in Ojai. As a tribute to their SoCal alma mater, where they met, they designed their wedding around the school’s colors, orange and green.

On the big day, guests were greeted with citrus cocktails, and Elizabeth walked down an aisle lined with foliage and oranges. The theme continued to the reception, where tables were decorated with arrangements of fiery flowers and even more oranges.

The Invitation

Invitations, designed by Lisa “Ceci” Johnson at Ceci New York, featured fancy flourishes and a custom crest that includes “things important to us,” says the bride. “Like horses, an orange tree, an anchor for Matt’s love of sailing, and a toad — our high school mascot.”

Save the Date

Booklets with letterpressed wood-grain paper covers were mailed to loved ones to spread the news.

Bridal Party

The bride is flanked by her pals (in Vera Wang frocks), two of whom accessorized with cowboy boots.

Bridesmaid Bouquets

Each of Elizabeth’s nine bridesmaids carried a bouquet of tulips, gardenia foliage, rosemary, ranunculus, freesia, and oregano tied in orange ribbon

Groomsmen

Groomsmen, in J. Crew Suits, Hermes ties, and Sperry Top-Sider for J. Crew loafers, kick back with cold beverages.

The Boutonnieres

Rose hips, rose buds, Gomphrena ‘Strawberry Fields,’ and oregano added a bright pop to the men’s lapels.

The Location

The couple returned to the idyllic orange groves surrounding Thacher, their alma mater in Ojai, to exchange vows. They wanted to be reminded of the time they spent riding horses and snacking on fresh fruit in this very location.

To create “Thacher” the horse, florist and event designer Mindy Rice filled a life-size topiary frame with hay. The party animal “made his debut at the rehearsal dinner wearing New Mexican riding blankets,” says Mindy, then showed up at the ceremony, cocktail hour, and reception, each time sporting new attire.

Ceremony Programs

The wedding program, held here by Elizabeth’s brother, outlines the ceremony, gave a shout-out to the couple’s parents and grandparents, and thanked the Thacher School.

Ceremony Decor

A bustling arrangement in shades of tangerine, pink, and green adds a bright pop of color to the stone bridge leading to the ceremony site.

Vows with a View

With its spectacular vista of the Ojai Valley, Thacher’s Outdoor Chapel requires scant adornment. Simple touches, like a garland of fresh oranges and foliage draping from the podium, feel organic and natural.

Just Married

The couple share a private moment. “We knew we had to get married at Thacher to bring everything full circle,” says the bride.

The Reception

Guests headed to Ojai Valley Inn & Spa for the wedding reception. Foliage, fruit, and leafy wreaths on the chandeliers transform the inn’s ballroom into a lovely orchard.

Cocktail Hour

Chilled melon-mint soup provided refreshment for friends and family

Table Settings

Earthy linens and iridescent taupe charger plates offered a sleek, muted balance to vibrant flowers.

Reception Decor

Slatted wood boxes filled with fruit and orange blossoms brought fragrance and color to the cocktail tables.

Custom Headpiece

The bride’s custom headpiece used the same hand-painted fabric as one of the layers in her silk-and-tulle Vera Wang gown.

Sources

LocationsThe Thacher School(ceremony); Ojai Valley Inn & Spa(reception and catering)

Photography: Jose Villa Photo

Event PlanningLa Fleur Weddings & Events

Event Design and FlowersMindy Rice Floral and Event Design

StationeryCeci New York

CalligraphyLaura Hooper Calligraphy

DessertsLaStarr Cakes� and Enjoy Cupcakes

Music: Ceremony: Aurora Ensemble; cocktail hour: Anthony Ybarra; reception: James Gang

RentalsClassic Party Rentals

LinensLa Tavola

LightingBellavista Designs

Wedding FilmographyJoel Serrato Films

Hair and Makeup: Mar of Team Hair and Makeup

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