The free spirited, artistic touches from this lovely California coast ranch wedding has our hearts fluttering and inspired. And oh! That veil!

From the Bride…I wanted every last detail of my wedding to evoke emotions from our guests and ultimately myself as well. That was my vision. If I wasn’t moved by something when wedding planning, I’d cut or rework it. I used that as my gut check throughout the process. We got married in wintertime at Rancho Dos Pueblos outside Santa Barbara, California. It was very important to me that the color palette and style fit both the region and the season. We chose stark, ivory whites, bright pops of burnt orange and citrusy corals with dark, moody greens, and we asked our guests to wear their version of winter whites as well. I felt it was essential that our wedding feel cohesive but not over-styled. 

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Vendor credits include La Tavola Fine Linen Rental, Found Vintage Rentals, Twine Events, Wade Koch, and Michael Radford Photography

From a ceremonial color palette of blush and pops of pastel to a celebratory reception drenched in bright vibrant colors with lush greenery and gold, this Belmond El Encanto wedding gushed breathtaking romance. Beyond swoon-worthy florals and event design by Camellia Floral Design and Danae Grace Events, respectively, made this gala one for the books.

More from the bride on the nuptials, as photographed by Michelle Beller and featured on Style Me Pretty…

I relished in making every detail memorable – for us and our friends and family. When I first sat down with Danae Pearce, with Danae Grace Events, my wedding planner, she instantly understood my style and dream design. We really wanted to create something that complimented the El Encanto and its gorgeous ceremony site, including a wisteria-lined lily pond and brick courtyard. Our inspiration became “a timeless, elegant, romantic affair with breathtaking details” full of florals and pops of color…

… Danae was able to capture our inspiration in every fashion. On the day of the wedding, as my dad and I approached the bridge covered with rose petals built over the pond to serve as our aisle, I looked into Itai’s eyes and my heart was full. A bridge covered with rose petals was built over the pond and served as our aisle. The sun shone; it was 75 degrees; gorgeous flowers in shades of blush and pink surrounded us in all directions; and we could feel the love and support as we said our vows in front of those who mean the most to us.

Absolutely stunning.

Imagine being swept up in an atmosphere of pastel, Spring blooms for days, and sweet love. Feelin’ it? Now go ahead and dive into this lovely Ojai, California wedding celebration orchestrated by XOXO Bride, with florals by Idlewild, beauty by Mar, and photographed by Anna Delores for Style Me Pretty.

From the Photographer… Southern California couple Lauren and Justin chose the picturesque Ojai Valley Inn as the setting for their elegant April wedding celebration. Fluffy spring blooms by Idlewild Floral and a jaw-dropping reception setting were upstaged only by Lauren’s stunning long-sleeved illusion neckline Monique Lhuillier gown.

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