Orange County Engagement Photos | Miriam & Apolonio
Miriam & Apolonio's Orange County engagement photos were some of my favorites that I've photographed recently. These two have been sweethearts since high-school and I am so thrilled to document their journey through the next phase of their happily ever after. We started their session by exploring the historic urban streets of Downtown Santa Ana. For outfits, Miriam chose an adorable casual dress and strappy heels for her look and Apolonio kept it simple and classy with jeans and a solid long sleeve; A classic and casual "date night"...
Featured On Every Last Detail: All White Floral Wedding in Los Angeles
As an entrepreneur, it can be really easy to get caught up in the task list; there's always something that needs to get done and it can be overwhelming. Over the last decade, I've had to learn to occasionally stop, take in all in for a second, enjoy the journey and celebrate the little wins along the way. One such moment came last week when I heard that my favorite wedding blog Every Last Detail featured one of our 2019 clients! Thank You Every Last Detail team! ❤️ Ambar and...
Intimate Huntington Beach Wedding | Jefrrel & Chad
Jefrrel and Chad decided on an intimate soiree for their Huntington Beach wedding. They chose a spot near the ocean, just yards from where they first met, for their ceremony. A sign-in table topped with buttercream cupcakes greeted friends and family. A beautiful calligraphy sign nearby let guests know they were in the right place. The lanterns lining the aisle reminded me of miniature lighthouses, leading the bride’s way into the arms of her beloved husband to be. Gini of Serenade of Flowers created some stunning floral arrangements to...
Vendor Highlight: Simply Irresistible Cakes & Catering | Orange County & LA
Today I'm interviewing the incredible team over at Simply Irresistible Cakes & Catering, based out of La Habra, CA. I've been a fan of their work ever since we first had a wedding together a couple of years ago. Jennifer, Alison & Kayla are a team of very creative and passionate boss ladies behind this full service bakery and catering company based in La Habra, CA and I can't wait to introduce you to them! Take it away Simply Irresistible! Tell us about yourselves: We are Team Simply Irresistible! We...
White Florals Los Angeles River Center & Gardens Wedding | Ambar & Mark
Ambar chose all-white florals for her Los Angeles River Center & Gardens wedding and reception to reflect her personal understated elegant and high-class style. Guests felt like they were entering a white floral wonderland as they entered the event! Both Ambar and Mark opted to start their wedding day at the ultra-fabulous Intercontinental Hotel in Downtown Los Angeles for it’s great style and stunning views of the city. Hair and Makeup arrived early and started getting everyone ready for the big day! Once her hair and makeup were complete, Ambar...
Griffith Observatory Engagement Photos | Veronica & Robert
When Robert and Veronica were planning their engagement session they knew they wanted to incorporate two things for sure: Los Angeles and dramatic photography. The iconic Griffith Observatory with its epic view of Los Angeles was the perfect setting! For her attire, Veronica chose an elegant emerald green evening gown that popped with the white and green colors of the observatory. Robert wore one of his custom made suits to show off his style. The day of the session we met up at the observatory about an hour and a...
Serenade of Flowers an Orange County Wedding Florist
Years ago I had a series here on the blog that I called "Wedding Vendor Wednesday," where I would highlight local wedding pros throughout Southern California who's work I admired. I honestly loved doing these interviews, but life got in the way and over time, the whole project fell by the wayside. Recently, I attended Wedding MBA (an educational conference for wedding professionals) in Las Vegas and it inspired me to refresh the series and bring it back! I'm so excited to share this with you and I hope...
5 Wedding Venues in Orange County for an Indoor Ceremony
Whether you’re hoping to avoid the slight chance of rain during your winter wedding, shield your guests from the blazing sun during your summer wedding, or maybe you just want something a little unique for the big day, having your wedding ceremony entirely indoors has some great benefits. Regardless of your reason for wanting an indoor ceremony, there are some great options to choose from here locally. Let’s take a look at 5 wedding venues in Orange County that are great for hosting an indoor ceremony and reception. Before...
5 Tips for Emotional Wedding Photos
Your wedding day is going to be a whirlwind filled with emotion — excitement, joy, and laughter. Capturing those moments in a way that lets you relive those emotions all over again each time you open your wedding album is a critical part of your perfect wedding. So with that in mind, I’d like to share a few tips I’ve gathered over the years to get those perfect, emotional wedding photos that you’ll treasure. A First Look If you've been following my blog or social media for a little while...
Engagement Session at Laguna Beach | Victoria Beach Engagement Pictures
What could be more timeless and romantic than an engagement session at Laguna Beach's iconic Victoria Beach? That's exactly what we were going for when I helped Jade and Eric plan their engagement session with me. If you wanna find out more about having a session at this gorgeous location check out this post. In the meantime, here are a few of my favorite images from the session...