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FEATURES
16
FOOD & DRINK: SIGNATURE COCKTAILS
These signature cocktails almost look too
pretty to drink...almost!
34
STYLE: FOR THE LOVE OF SHOES
Life’s too short for boring shoes, especially
for your wedding day.
36
ADVICE FROM THE PROS:
MAP & COMPASS
Marriage is a journey; prepare yourself
for the ups, the downs and everything in
between.
38
STYLE / STYLED SHOOT:
LOVE AT FIRST BLUSH
Pops of color among the rolling greens of
the golf course...and a cotton candy station!
55
STYLE / STYLED SHOOT:
MODERN MEETS VINTAGE
Timeless mix of modern plus vintage, with a
healthy dose of color thrown in for a bit of
whimsy.
70
STYLE / STYLED SHOOT:
DISCO IN THE GARDEN
Groovy sparkly details mix with the lush
garden vibes in this inspirational styled
shoot.
87
STYLE / STYLED SHOOT:
LET’S GET MARRIED
Contemporary downtown vibe combined
with classically elegant details.
210
WORDS OF WISDOM
Cindy + Andy Celebrate
23 Years of Marriage
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Editor’s Letter
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Things We Love
Events Calendar
The Gift Guide: For the Girls
The Gift Guide: For the Boys
Style Files
Style Files: The White List Directory
Style Files: Flowers
Style Files: Cakes, Candies & Desserts
Style Files: Design & Décor
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CONGRATULATIONS TO OUR COVER MODEL COUPLE ANGELICA & MARCUS!
PHOTOGRAPHED EXCLUSIVELY BY NICOLE SEPULVEDA PHOTOGRAPHY ON LOCATION AT THE CITIZEN HOTEL.
ON ANGELICA:
EARRINGS BY ADORA BY SIMONA // GOWN FROM ONYX BRIDAL // SHOES FROM MACY’S // HAIR AND MAKEUP BY ALL DOLLED UP BEAUTY + BRIDAL
ON MARCUS:
SUIT, SHIRT AND SHOES FROM TUXEDO DEN // TIE FROM MACY’S
FROM OUR STYLED SHOOT DESIGNED BY THE 530 BRIDE—FOR MORE, TURN TO PAGE 87.
CONGRATULATIONS TO OUR COVER MODEL LAINY!
PHOTOGRAPHED EXCLUSIVELY BY PHILIPPE STUDIO PRO ON LOCATION AT CATTA VERDERA COUNTRY CLUB.
ON LAINY:
EARRINGS BY STYLE AVENUE STUDIOS // GOWN FROM ALWAYS ELEGANT BRIDAL & TUXEDO // HAIR AND MAKEUP BY PERSONIFY BRIDAL
BOUQUET BY THE WILD OLIVE FLORAL ARTISTRY WITH WHOLESALE FLOWERS FROM FIFTYFLOWERS.COM
FROM OUR STYLED SHOOT DESIGNED BY KENDALL MELISSA EVENTS—FOR MORE, TURN TO PAGE 38.
CONGRATULATIONS TO OUR COVER MODEL BRITTANY!
PHOTOGRAPHED EXCLUSIVELY BY KARISSA WRIGHT PRODUCTIONS
ON LOCATION AT THE WILLOW BALLROOM & EVENT CENTER.
ON BRITTANY:
HEADPIECE BY MARIELL // EARRINGS BY THE MODERN GEM // GOWN FROM THE BRIDAL BOX // HAIR AND MAKEUP BY THE FACE BEATER MAKEUP ARTIST
BOUQUET BY STRELITZIA FLOWER COMPANY WITH WHOLESALE FLOWERS FROM FIFTYFLOWERS.COM
FROM OUR STYLED SHOOT DESIGNED BY DRAGONFLY EVENTS & CO. WITH SET FLOWERS BY STRELITZIA FLOWER COMPANY WITH WHOLESALE FLOWERS FROM FIFTYFLOWERS.COM
AND RENTALS FROM BLOSSOM FARM VINTAGE RENTALS—FOR MORE, TURN TO PAGE 70.
CONGRATULATIONS TO OUR COVER MODEL COUPLE COURTNEY & RAKENZI!
PHOTOGRAPHED EXCLUSIVELY BY NICHOLE COLLINS PHOTOGRAPHY ON LOCATION AT THE NATIONAL EXCHANGE HOTEL.
ON RAKENZI:
EARRINGS BY STYLE AVENUE STUDIOS // GOWN FROM SPARKLE BRIDAL COUTURE
HAIR BY THE FACE BEATER MAKEUP ARTIST // MAKEUP BY HAPPILY BEAUTIFUL MAKEUP ARTISTRY & SKIN STUDIO
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ON COURTNEY:
SUIT, SHIRT, TIE AND SHOES FROM TUXEDO DEN
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FROM OUR STYLED SHOOT DESIGNED BY MOON MAMA EVENT CO.—FOR MORE, TURN TO PAGE 55.
editor’s letter
My husband, Terry, and I
recently celebrated our 22nd
wedding anniversary. And it
literally flew by in the blink of
an eye. As you start to plan
your life with your beloved, I
look back to our years together
and wonder, “What makes it
work for us?” And I have to say,
a whole lot of laughter. Every.
Single. Day.
Throughout your marriage,
there will be ups and downs
along the way. The way you
handle those hills and dips will
truly determine your marriage’s
success. Try to find the laughter
SPOTTING THE LOCH NESS MONSTER IN THE SCOTTISH HIGHLANDS, JUNE 2022
in everything as much as you
can.
The same can be said about
wedding planning! It’s an exceptionally
exciting time in your lives together, but with
it brings a fair amount of stress. Enjoy the
process and laugh along the way!
Of course, to help with your planning
process. we present this: our 30th issue! We love helping you find the best vendors through our magazine,
website and social media—all in the hopes of inspiring you to create your big day the way you’ve always
dreamed it!
In this issue, we’ve got massive photo shoot inspiration, with four stunning styled shoots, each with
unique themes. On each of these shoots, we had a great time playing dress up and working with talented
design teams to create inspiring décor sets. Oh, and if you want to see more photos from any of our
shoots, be sure to tune in to our website for each photo shoots’ blog series—we’ll overwhelm you with
more gorgeousness!
From “Things We Love,” “Signature Cocktails,” and our “Gift Guide” columns, to the 29 featured real
weddings and featured wedding pros in our “Style Files: The White List Directory,” and every page in
between, this issue is bursting at the seams!
Get inspired. Find your vendors. Plan the day
of your dreams...all with Real Weddings: the
magazine, website, blog and social media.
LAUGH.
EVERY DAY.
When you find your wedding
dream team through Real
Weddings—the magazine, blog,
website, mobile app, mobile directory
and our social media sites— be sure
to tell your wedding pros that you
found them through Real Weddings
and that you’re a Real Weddings’
reader because without their support,
we simply couldn’t do what we do to
inspire you!
(Oh, and P.S. Tell them that you’re a
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partners have special offers exclusively for
our readers. You can get a sneak peek of
them on our website at: realweddingsmag.
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As always, dear readers, happy planning!
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ON ANGELICA:
EARRINGS BY ADORA BY SIMONA // GOWN FROM ONYX BRIDAL // SHOES FROM MACY’S
HAIR AND MAKEUP BY ALL DOLLED UP BEAUTY + BRIDAL
ON MARCUS:
SUIT, SHIRT AND SHOES FROM TUXEDO DEN // TIE FROM MACY’S
FROM OUR STYLED SHOOT DESIGNED BY THE 530 BRIDE
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ON LOCATION AT THE CITIZEN HOTEL
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AND MAKEUP BY PERSONIFY BRIDAL
BOUQUET BY THE WILD OLIVE FLORAL ARTISTRY WITH WHOLESALE FLOWERS FROM
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FROM OUR STYLED SHOOT DESIGNED BY KENDALL MELISSA EVENTS
PHOTOGRAPHY BY PHILIPPE STUDIO PRO
ON LOCATION AT CATTA VERDERA COUNTRY CLUB
FOR MORE FROM THIS SHOOT, TURN TO PAGE 38.
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ON BRITTANY:
HEADPIECE BY MARIELL // EARRINGS BY THE MODERN GEM // GOWN FROM THE BRIDAL BOX
HAIR AND MAKEUP BY THE FACE BEATER MAKEUP ARTIST
BOUQUET BY STRELITZIA FLOWER COMPANY WITH WHOLESALE FLOWERS FROM FIFTYFLOWERS.COM
FROM OUR STYLED SHOOT DESIGNED BY DRAGONFLY EVENTS & CO.
PHOTOGRAPHY BY KARISSA WRIGHT PRODUCTIONS
ON LOCATION AT THE WILLOW BALLROOM & EVENT CENTER
SET FLOWERS BY STRELITZIA FLOWER COMPANY WITH WHOLESALE FLOWERS FROM
FIFTYFLOWERS.COM AND RENTALS FROM BLOSSOM FARM VINTAGE RENTALS
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ON RAKENZI:
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HAIR BY THE FACE BEATER MAKEUP ARTIST
MAKEUP BY HAPPILY BEAUTIFUL MAKEUP ARTISTRY & SKIN STUDIO
BOUQUET BY FLOWERS IN DESIGN WITH WHOLESALE FLOWERS FROM FIFTYFLOWERS.COM
ON COURTNEY:
SUIT, SHIRT, TIE AND SHOES FROM TUXEDO DEN
BOUTONNIÈRE BY FLOWERS IN DESIGN WITH WHOLESALE FLOWERS FROM FIFTYFLOWERS.COM
FROM OUR STYLED SHOOT DESIGNED BY MOON MAMA EVENT CO.
PHOTOGRAPHY BY NICHOLE COLLINS PHOTOGRAPHY
ON LOCATION AT THE NATIONAL EXCHANGE HOTEL
FOR MORE, TURN TO PAGE 55.

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PASSION FRUIT PALOMA
APEROL COCONUT MARGARITA
Ingredients
• 1 oz. lime juice
• 2 oz. vodka
• 1/2 oz. Aperol
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Sips & Floss | sipsandfloss.com
Directions
Add all ingredients to cocktail shaker with ice and
shake. Pour into coupe glass. Garnish with edible
floral and rock candy stick.
from our “Disco in the Garden” styled shoot, p. 70
Photography by Karissa Wright Productions for Real Weddings Magazine
submitted by
Sips & Floss | sipsandfloss.com
Ingredients
• 1/2 oz. passion fruit syrup
• 1/2 oz. lime juice
• 1/2 oz. grapefruit juice
• 1 1/2 oz. reposado tequila
• 2 oz. club soda
Directions
Add all ingredients to cocktail shaker with ice
and shake. Pour into coupe glass. Garnish with
dehydrated grapefruit and mint.
from our “Disco in the Garden” styled shoot, p. 70
Photography by Karissa Wright Productions for Real Weddings Magazine
submitted by
Sips & Floss | sipsandfloss.com
Ingredients
• 2 oz. tequila
• 1 oz. Aperol
• 3/4 oz. Cointreau
• 3/4 oz. coconut milk
• 3/4 oz. lime juice
Directions
Add all ingredients to cocktail shaker with ice
and shake. Pour into rocks glass. Garnish with
dehydrated lime and edible floral.
from our “Disco in the Garden” styled shoot, p. 70
Photography by Karissa Wright Productions for Real Weddings Magazine
PRICKLY PEAR MOJITO
Ingredients
• 1 mint sprig
• 2 oz. white rum
• 1 oz. lime juice
• 1/2 oz. simple syrup
• 1 oz. prickly pear syrup
Directions
Add all ingredients to cocktail shaker with ice and shake.
Pour into wine glass. Top with club soda. Garnish with
fresh pear, mint, and lime.
submitted by Kiara Stevens | Sips & Floss | sipsandfloss.com
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ehind-the-scenes
Ever want to know what goes on behind the
scenes at our photo shoots? Well, here’s a sneak
peek at our blog series at realweddingsmag.
com—click now to see videos from our shoots
featuring exclusive interviews with the wedding
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Um, what the heck is going on here?!
Can anyone tie a tie? Mike can!!
Nicole. Getting the shot.
Midori's spot. Now with Sam. We love that she's always happy.
Makes us happy.
Karissa. Getting the shot. I'm sensing a theme here.
We see you sneeking the shots, Sonya!
Did someone say shoes?
Wendy, you're in the shot.
We said, "Just a sip."
Now that's what we call a van-full-o-flowers.
Or in other words, happiness-on-wheels.
Strike that pose, Diane.
The fish was THIS big.
No posting. No posting.
We spy with our little eye...
Now that's what we call enthusiasm.
Kim, don't swallow those pins.
And that boutonniere is crazy
gorgeous! Holy cow!
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things we love...
PHOTO BY JASON-LOEB
TIPS.
TRENDS.
NEWS.
...and fun!
LAURA GORDON PHOTOGRAPHY, COURTESY OF BELLA BELLE SHOES
Real Weddings is here to inspire you and guide you
through the plethora of talented wedding professionals
in our area, but we also love to clue you in to
what’s going on in the wedding world—whether it’s
to share accomplishments, a romantic story, useful
tips, cool products or just something fun. Wedding
planning is hard. It’s stressful. It’s tiring. But it can
also be a whole lot of fun! Here, we’ll take your mind
off of wedding planning (if only for a bit) and share
tidbits from every corner of the wedding world. So,
let’s clink our drinks, pose for a pic and own the
dance floor!
—Emily Peter-Corey & Wendy Sipple
unique honeymoon experience
After the stress of wedding planning,
you deserve a honeymoon where you
can just chill. Instead of heading to a
beach, consider a ranch: a dude ranch.
Nestled in the heart of the Colorado
Rockies, Vista Verde Ranch (vistaverde.
com) is an all-inclusive ranch offering
newlyweds the perfect blend of adventure,
relaxation and romance.
Wake up to a quiet you’ve never experienced.
Ditch your electronics and
spend your days exploring breathtaking
mountain trails on horseback, hiking
through pristine forests, or discovering
the thrill of whitewater rafting.
After a day of adventure, unwind in
your cozy, private cabin, featuring rustic
elegance and modern amenities for a truly indulgent stay. Note the
rooms don’t have TVs—but trust us, you won’t miss them. However,
each cabin does have its own hot tub, and after a day spent using
muscles you haven’t used in some time, you’ll appreciate this amenity.
And did we mention the food? Savor gourmet meals prepared by
professionally trained chefs and enjoy the great company of the other guests
at communal dining tables.
Getting there is easy—both United Airlines and Southwest Airlines fly into Yampa Valley
Regional Airport (HDN) serving Steamboat Springs; and Vista Verde provides a shuttle to and from
the ranch.
With a warm and welcoming staff dedicated to making your honeymoon extraordinary, Vista
Verde Ranch promises a once-in-a-lifetime experience that you and your beloved will cherish forever.
SHOE FETISH
We are in love. Like seriously obsessed in love...
with each and every pair of shoes from Bella Belle
(bellabelleshoes.com). These handcrafted beauties
are engineered for comfort so that you can stand
tall all day and then dance the night away. From
flats to heels to booties, each exquisite pair is a
work of art and will make you think twice about
getting a short reception dress so that you can
show off your gorgeous tootsies!
STATEMENT HEADPIECES
Make a lasting impression on your wedding day with a stunning
statement headpiece that perfectly reflects your personal style
and adds a touch of glamour to your special day—I mean, come
on, is there any other day where you can add a little (or a lot!)
of glam?! From delicate filigree hair vines (we adore the ones
from Mariell, mariellonline.com) and dramatic crystal-encrusted
headpieces—like the Argentina headdress above from Adora
by Simona (adorabysimona.com) that we’re currently obsessed
with—to elegant tiaras (we love the ones from Luxurious Bridal,
luxuriousbridal.com), there’s a headpiece to suit every bride’s
unique taste.
LET YOUR FINGERS
DO THE TALKING
Want something truly
unique for your big day?
Introducing The Tess’ Vow
Gloves by Kerry Parker
(kerryparker.uk). These
bespoke hand-embroidered
gloves are made from
silk tulle and crafted
with delicate ivory silk
threadwork. They feature a
fingerless design, perfect for adding a touch of elegance to
your special day. And the best part? You can customize them
with your original text. Because they’re made solely for you,
make sure you order them well in advance: production time
is 4-6 weeks plus shipping time.
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The air's a little thinner,
the mountain's a little taller
and the sky's a whole lot bluer.
All of which explains why
vows ring a little louder.
Carson Valley is a blissful union of Mother Nature and human nature --
a setting where the scenery is rivaled only by the generosity and warmth
of people as excited about your wedding as you are.
Carson Valley Florist
Full-service Florist, Weddings, Classes,
DIY Assistance Available
775-266-9285 • find us on facebook & instagram
Carson Valley Inn Hotel/Casino
Receptions, Rehearsal Dinners, Bachelor & Bachelorette
Parties, Hotel-Motor Lodge-RV
775-783-6673 • Carsonvalleyinn.com
Douglas County Community Center
Wedding Receptions & Rehearsal Dinners
775-782-5500 ext. 1
eNVy Event Management
Coordinating, Consulting, Planning, Staffing Your
Next Event
775-901-0462 • envyeventmanagement.com
Genoa Town Hall, Genoa Church, Genoa Park
Indoor/Outdoor Venues, Historic Buildings, Receptions
775-782-8696 • genoanevada.org
Jacobs Berry Farm
5-Acre berry farm ceremony, reception, special events
775-790-0855 • jacobsberries.com
Orchard House
Located in Genoa, 2-Acres of Lawn, Gardens & Mature Trees
775-783-8070 • orchardhousegenoanevada.com
Park Home Ranch
Rustic Chic Historic Barn, 360 Degree views,
Weddings & Events
775-781-9719 • parkhomeranchvenue.com
Sierra Chef, Cynthia Ferris-Bennett
Coordination, Catering, Gourmet Appetizers,
Special Events
775-392-4417 • sierrachef.com
Sunridge Golf and Recreations
19-Hole Golf Course, Stunning Views, Event Tent
775-267-4448 • playsunridge.com
Tahoe Elevated Events
Event Rentals and Coordination
Twisting T-BAR Ranch
Charming 100-Acre Ranch, Historic Barn, Wedding & Events
775-790-4883 • twistingtbar.com
The Warehouse
Special events, industrial chic, indoor & outdoor
775-392-3931 • thewarehousenv.com
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On our “Modern Meets Vintage” styled shoot at The National
Exchange Hotel in early April, our editor, Wendy,
was honored to meet Edward Thompkins—a living legend
in the flower industry. He’s winding down to retire, and to
honor him, Kim Oosterman, with Flowers in Design, wrote
a little tribute about him and his accomplishments within
our community:
“Edward Thompkins, born in Mississippi 82 years ago,
began his incredible floristry career as a shop sweep. He
cleaned floors, buckets, and managed the trash; until one
day, the shop’s florist became gravely ill and unable to come
to work. The shop owner at the time was on the brink of
having to cancel events because he was unable to fulfill the
orders. That’s when Ed stepped out from the back room
and said, ‘I can design the flowers.’ The owner decided to
give Ed a shot. Little did anyone know that Ed kept a keen
eye on the design work, and learned from the shadows. A
career was launched.
Fast forward 62 years. After building a successful business,
Gene’s Flowers, a shop in Del Paso Heights, Ed enjoys
a semi-retired life. He comes into our Madison Avenue shop
three days a week to design special orders along with assisting
weddings and events. Ed is so meticulous about the
designs he creates and the work that he does that many of
the funeral homes and luxury hotels in the area request his
work. He has been instrumental in helping every one of our
designers through the years with training and pep talks.
Ed educates himself with the new design techniques in the
industry, as well as teaching his colleagues old school design
techniques; the latter was instrumental during the height of
COVID, when supplies were hard to come by.
Some years ago, Ed started a tradition asking clients,
‘What’s your favorite flower?’ His response when they answered
was always delightfully charming. [I can’t tell you
what it is; I can only say you must find out for yourself.] It’s
a lovely tradition I’ll keep going with clients for the rest of
my career, handed down to me by Ed Thompkins—a master
florist, but also my forever mentor and friend.”
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LOCAL MAKERS
things we love...
How lucky are we that our area is rife with talented
jewelry makers? Their creativity brings unique, handcrafted
pieces to life—from
intricate, delicate designs
to bold, statement
pieces, these talented
artisans infuse their
passion and skill into
every creation, ensuring
you find the
perfect accessory to
express your personal
style.
Earrings by
Style Avenue Studios
Some of our favorites
include: The Modern Gem, based in Carmichael
(themoderngem.com); MonJude Studio based in
Sacramento (monjudestudio.com); Renewable Jewels
based in Davis (renewablejewels.net); Style Avenue
Studios, based in Elk Grove (styleavenuestudios.
com); Wild Sierra Handmade, based in Applegate
(wildsierrahandmade.com).
Supporting local jewelry makers not only allows
you to wear one-of-a-kind pieces but also contributes
to the growth and sustainability of your community’s
thriving creative scene. Explore an array of styles,
materials, and techniques as you uncover the stories
behind each artisan’s work, celebrating the diversity
and authenticity of their craft.
YOUR OWN PERSONAL STYLIST
Elevate your shopping experience with Macy’s Personal
Stylists, dedicated to helping you find the perfect outfit for
every occasion (honeymoon outfits anyone?!). Say goodbye
to the stress of shopping and embrace a personalized
approach that caters to your individual
style, preferences and budget.
Plus, Macy’s offers their
MyStylist experience to its
shoppers for free (you pay
for the merchandise you
choose, of course).
If you’re headed to
Nafissa Beyomar, Macy’s at the Roseville
My Stylist@Macy’s at
Roseville Galleria Galleria, one of their resident
personal stylists is Nafissa
Beyomar. This über stylish lady has been with Macy’s for
five years and her passion for fashion is evident the moment
you set eyes on her. With her expert guidance and insider
knowledge on the latest trends, Naf is ready to assist you in
curating a wardrobe that reflects your unique personality.
Oh, and P.S. Macy’s Personal Stylists can not only help
you refresh your wardrobe, but help you find the perfect
gift and home décor items to spruce up your living space.
Make an appointment at your local store at macys.com/s/
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TIPS
from the
PROS
Collectively, the pros we work with have thousands
of years of experience. Over exaggeration?
Nope, we don’t think so. They’re experienced,
and we should listen to them. That’s
why we reached out to these local wedding
experts asking for some sage advice to pass on
to you! Here’s what they had to say.
Sacramento Masonic Temple
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We can easily accommodate up to 350 guests.
We are open for tours from 8am to 12pm, Monday through Friday.
Reservations for tours are necessary.
Reservations and Information: (916) 443-5058
1123 J Street, Sacramento, CA 95814
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Have an unplugged ceremony.
Now that just about everyone carries around a cell phone
with a camera, many couples are opting to have an
unplugged wedding ceremony so that family and friends
are fully present—not peeking out into the aisle with their
smartphone snapping shots of the bride coming up the aisle
(and incidentally running the gorgeous shots you hired your
photographer to capture!). After being part of hundreds of
weddings, we can honestly say that unplugged wedding
ceremonies have a completely different feel from ceremonies
where everyone, including your grandmother, is holding up an electronic device. If you invest
in having great wedding photography, know that your wedding day will be fully documented
in a beautiful and artistic way, allowing your family and friends to be fully engaged in your
ceremony and to relax and enjoy themselves.
—Melanie & Andrew | Andrew & Melanie Photography | andrewandmelanie.com
Create the perfect lounge area.
Provide Seating for Eight+: Make sure your
lounge area can accommodate at least eight
people so that it keeps a warm, social and
inviting space.
Lighting: Lighting the lounge is a fun way
to set the ambiance and glam up the space.
Decorate with Bold Accents: From pillows and
flowers to umbrellas, trees and light fixtures, pull
in pops of color around your main lounge area.
Add a Backdrop: Create a wall behind the lounge by
using boxwood hedges.
Create Multiple Lounges in One: Start with a table and a tall floral
arrangement as your center. Then, place the back side of four sofas or banquettes
around it, and build your lounges by adding more pieces to the four sides. Just be sure
to keep all four areas uniform in look.
Build a “Patio:” Set up your lounge to look like a “patio” off of your event space! Lay
down sisal rugs or carpet to cover the area and string café lights above, then set your
lounge up as you wish.
—Jennifer Corrigan | Sacramento Event Co. | sacramentoeventco.com
Be realistic about your budget.
If your pictures are a Pinterest masterpiece, keep in mind
that your budget may need to stretch a bit. Even all-greenery
weddings add up if you have 10 bridesmaids and 400
attendees and want all the bells and whistles. Be prepared
to cut a few items if necessary. Also, most florists use a standard
equation for creating their proposals, and their prices
are in a similar wheelhouse. So shop around for a florist that
really listens to you and whose work you love. They can all
definitely tell you if your budget is realistic for what you’re
envisioning.
—Cindy Magan | Hillside Blooms Floristry | hillsidebloomsfloristry.com
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things we love...
Sweetheart table or
head table?
Often, couples will ask us which one is
best: a sweetheart table or a head table?
Unless your dream wedding vision includes
an impressive head table, our vote is
sweetheart! With a sweetheart table, you
can take the time to design and dress it up
beautifully, creating a special space just
for the two of you. We find that couples
with a sweetheart table actually eat their
dinner, too! With a head table, there is more
socializing, but when you two are alone,
guests tend to let you eat. When you are
ready, you may then get up and walk around
to greet your guests. Head tables can be
tricky if you have wedding party members with spouses/partners who are sitting at
other tables. Sweetheart tables are a wonderful photo opportunity, too!
—Rick & Jennifer Tan | Tan Weddings & Events | tanweddingsandevents.com
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Keep it fresh...and flexible.
Hire a professional that’s been working with flowers
long enough that they not only know how to design
with them but what longevity each flower has.
There are a lot of flowers used in styled shoots and
on magazine covers that are not going to last for
your eight hour (and longer) wedding day. Discuss
flower options with your floral vendor in your design
meetings and trust them to make the designs amazing
based on their floral knowledge. They may need
to sub a floral variety due to the season, but they will
make it absolutely beautiful for your wedding day. Speaking
of seasonal flowers, area floral designers have been paying
attention and using local flowers when we can. Local flower farmers
in the Sacramento Valley are communicating with wedding florists like us to see what
colors are coming up so we can purchase more local blooms. Our experience with local
blooms is that they are cut from the field and handed over almost the same day, allowing
for stronger stemps and flower heads. Use local products for better design quality; make
sure your florist is not just design-oriented but flower knowledgeable, and trust your
florist to choose the flowers for you based on a design concept so you can get a better
product and better design. It’s a win-win for your wedding day.
—Suzanne O’Brien | Garden of Weedon Designs | gardenofweedon.com
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event, be sure to double check the
show producer’s website for any event
changes.
w Bridal Expos: June 28, 2023, 12-6
p.m. at The Chalet Event Center,
Rocklin. Admissions is $15. bridalexpos.com
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International Wedding
Festival Fresno: July 23, 2023
at The Grand 1401, Fresno. 11
a.m.–3 p.m. Admission is $15.
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International Wedding
Festival Santa Clara: August, 6, 2023
at Great America Pavilion Center,
Santa Clara. 11 a.m.–3 p.m. Admission is
$15. internationalweddingfestival.com
w Redding Bridal Show-Summer
Showcase: August 6, 2023 at the
Win-River Resort Casino, Redding.
12-4 p.m. Admission is $5.
reddingbridalshow.com
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w The Ridge Bridal Open House:
August 13, 2023 at The Ridge, Auburn.
11 a.m.-2 p.m. Admission is free but
you must RSVP in advance.
ridgegc.com
Bay Area Wedding Fair Berkeley:
August 20, 2023, 12-4 p.m. at
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w Chico Bridal Show: August 20,
2023 at Silver Dollar Fairgrounds,
Chico. 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Admission is $10
for adults; $1 for children 12 to 16;
children under 11 are free with paying
adult. chicobridalshow.com
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w Lakeview Estates & Winery Open
House: August 20, 2023 at Lakeview
Estates & Winery, Sacramento. 11 a.m.-
3 p.m. Admission is free but you must
RSVP in advance.
lakeviewestateweddings.com
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w Lake Natoma Inn Open House:
August 20, 2023 at Lake Natoma Inn,
Folsom. 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Admission is
free. lakenatomainn.com
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Bay Area Wedding Fair Concord:
August 27, 2023, 12-4 p.m. at
Concord Crowne Plaza Hotel,
Concord. Admissions is $15.
bayareaweddingfairs.com
w International Wedding
Festival Sacramento: August 27,
2023 at CalExpo, Sacramento.
11 a.m.–3 p.m. Admission is $15.
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Festival Modesto: September 10, 2023
at Modesto Centre Plaza, Modesto.
11 a.m.–3 p.m. Admission is $15.
internationalweddingfestival.com
w The National Exchange Hotel Open
House: September 10, 2023 at The
National Exchange Hotel, Nevada City.
10-2 p.m. Admission is free.
thenationalexchangehotel.com
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w Orchard Creek Bridal Expo:
September 12, 2023 at Orchard Creek
Lodge, Lincoln. 12-6 p.m. Admission is
$7. bridal-expos.com
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w The Sterling Hotel by Wedgewood
Weddings Open House: September
24, 2023 at Sterling Hotel, Sacramento.
11 a.m.–2 p.m. Admission is free but
you must RSVP in advance via email.
wedgewoodweddings.com
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w Vizcaya Sacramento Open House:
September 28, 2023 at Vizcaya,
Sacramento. 11 a.m.–2 p.m. Admission
is free but you must RSVP in advance.
vizcayasacramento.com
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Bay Area Wedding Fair Walnut
Creek: October 1, 2023, 12-4
p.m. at Walnut Creek Marriott,
Walnut Creek. Admissions is $15.
bayareaweddingfairs.com
w Reno Bridal & Beauty Expo:
October 22, 2023 at Grand Sierra
Resort, Reno. 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Admission
is $12. lockettshows.com
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w Sunset at The Ranch Wedding Fair:
November 4, 2023 at Hanford Ranch,
Galt. 3:30-6:30 p.m. Admission is $25.
hanfordranchwinery.com
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Bay Area Wedding Fair San
Francisco: November 5, 2023,
12-4 p.m. at W Hotel, San
Francisco. Admissions is $15.
bayareaweddingfairs.com
Bay Area Wedding Fair Sacramento:
November 12, 2023, 12-4 p.m. at
Sacramento Sheraton, Sacramento.
Admissions is $15.
bayareaweddingfairs.com
w The Maison Wedding Showcase:
January 7, 2024 at Antiquité Maison
Privee, Sacramento. 1-3 p.m. Admission
is $20. antiquitemidtown.com
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w Chico Bridal Show: January 14,
2024 at Silver Dollar Fairgrounds,
Chico. 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Admission is $10
for adults; $1 for children 12 to 16; children
under 11 are free with paying adult.
chicobridalshow.com
w International Wedding
Festival Sacramento: January 14,
2024 at CalExpo, Sacramento.
11 a.m.–3 p.m. Admission is $15.
internationalweddingfestival.com
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w Reno Grand Bridal Showcase: January
14, 2024 at Grand Sierra Resort, Reno.
10:30 a.m.-3 p.m. Admission is $12.
lockettshows.com
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w Pearls in the Pines Wedding Faire:
January 27, 2024 at Nevada County
Fairgrounds, Grass Valley. 11:30 a.m.–3:30
p.m. Admission is free but you must RSVP
in advance. wildandlovelyevents.com
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QUESTIONS TO ASK YOURSELVES:
• When, where and how did we first meet?
• What drew us to connect with each other?
MAP &
COMPASS
being on the trail together
by Rick and Jennifer Tan
There are miles of paths winding through brushy
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Photography by Lela Spiva Photography
enough—pick a place, plan the food,
invite people, get your attire and rings,
perform a ceremony, and then it’s party
time. But the reality is, to have your
dream wedding, while not losing sight
of why you are doing this in the first
place—being with your true love—you
need to tend to a few vital points. Like starting
• Do we consider ourselves to be best friends?
• What are some interests we enjoy doing together?
• What four qualities do we admire in each other?
• How do we support each other’s endeavors?
• How do we show love and sensitivity?
• What do trust and respect mean in a relationship?
• What is a promise, a vow, a covenant?
• Where do we envision the wedding to take place?
• How do we narrow down the guest list?
• What is important in our search for the ideal officiant?
• How are the exchange of rings significant to us?
• What symbols of unity are important to us?
• Will our faiths be incorporated into our wedding?
• Do we want cultural rituals included in our wedding?
hillsides and forested terrain at the Point Reyes
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The journey is a reward in itself, a magnificent
endeavor requiring endurance, patience and
dedication—the same can be said of being on the
wedding trail!
So you’ve met the love of your life, become
engaged, and talked endlessly as lovers do about
your future together. But to go from proposal
to pronouncement, you’ve got a wedding to
plan! At first, it seems like it would be easy
a hike, you need to be equipped for the journey,
which means being mentally and physically prepared.
And more importantly, you need to both
be on the same page together. Like having a map
and a compass, you need to have an overall view
of the terrain, as well as having a direction that
you both want to go in.
Here is a short list of questions you can both
ask yourselves as you prepare for the wedding
trail. They will help both of you get on the
trailhead together, to stay focused, to reach
decisions, and to make you think about what you
value and cherish in your married life as equal
partners.
• How do we picture the wedding celebration to be?
• What is important to our parents, friends, and family?
• How do we balance family wishes with ours?
• Will our faiths be a driving force in our married life?
• How will our cultural backgrounds enhance our life?
• What does equal partnership mean in a marriage?
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have developed Tan Weddings & Events
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For 15 years, Kendall has planned
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opulent, and specializes in event
coordination, design and execution.
In her free time, she can be
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FLORAL DESIGNER
THE WILD OLIVE
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Chelsea began working as a
floral designer in 2011. Now, she
is fully pursuing her passion and
making floral design her full-time
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through the process of working
with each client in bringing their
vision to life.
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While working and living in South
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of exporting cut flowers and helped
bridge the gap between the farms
and the floral customer by founding
FiftyFlowers.com in 2003. To date,
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CAKE AND
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BAKER & A BLACK CAT
Nikki Ozawa
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Nikki’s passion for baking and her
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appearances in many blogs and publications.
If she isn’t baking, you’ll find
her snuggled up with her cat Gambit,
reading a book or enjoying tater tots
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MACARONS
ROOFTOP MACARONS
Nancy Le
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Growing up, Nancy always loved
cooking and baking. What was once
a hobby turned into a passion and
career. Rooftop Macarons began as a
home-based business and has grown
into a Sacramento small business.
Nancy now enjoys sharing love and
happiness one macaron at a time.
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HAIR AND
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PERSONIFY BRIDAL
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Kiara Stevens
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Kiara and her husband, J’Michael,
opened Sips & Floss in 2021 to
bring sips, treats and good vibes
to weddings and special events
across Northern California..They offer
carts and bars to serve new and
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with customized cocktails, cotton
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pretzels and more.
Stephenie Spiller &
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Personify Bridal offers on-location
hair and makeup for a flawless
and truly beautiful look. They have
been doing weddings in California
and Nevada for more than 10 years
and pride themselves on creating
stylish yet timeless looks.
Jami Mark
renewablejewels.net
Jami has always admired antique
jewelry, and is captivated by the
designs of the past and fascinated
by their romantic and mysterious
history. This curiosity led her to
start her business, Renewable
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Emily Klein & Aaron Ward
barnswallowrentals.com
Christina Malm
cattaverdera.com
Wendy’s passion for helping
people realize their vision is what
inspired her to launch Fawcett
Ave Paper Co. in 2019. Her goal
is to bring your vision to life and
create tailored keepsakes you will
cherish for a lifetime.
Emily and Aaron started
Barnswallow Rentals in 2022,
a full-service event and wedding
rental company that specializes in
boutique rentals across Northern
California. They offer event design
and styling services that includes
white-glove delivery.
Catta Verdera Country Club’s
beautiful clubhouse and picturesque
golf course provide a stunning
backdrop to every event. Christina
has been on the events team at Catta
Verdera for nearly 15 years—she and
her team are committed to making
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WHAT MADE YOU WANT TO MODEL
FOR THIS PHOTO SHOOT?
Lainy + Jack: We wanted to enjoy the fun experience
of dressing up for a wedding before our big day! It also
seemed like a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to be magazine
models for a day and work with a great professional team. Lainy
dabbled in modeling in her younger years and loved the idea of
dressing up in different looks and having her makeup done. It also
seemed like a great way to hone in on how we want to design our
wedding-day looks.
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TELL US ABOUT YOUR MODELING EXPERIENCE.
Lainy + Jack: It was even better than we expected! Wendy deftly
balanced running a tight ship while also keeping things light and
very fun. The photographers were true professionals and were
lovely to work with. The hair and makeup team worked wonders in
very short amounts of time while also being personable and making
the experience as pleasant as possible. The venue was gorgeous,
and it felt like such a dream being able to model different weddingday
looks.
HOW WAS MODELING WITH YOUR SIGNIFICANT OTHER?
Lainy: It was really fun getting to see each other in clothes that we
wouldn’t normally wear and realizing we looked good in them. Jack
can rock a pink, velvet suit and I never would have known that if it
wasn’t for this shoot! It was great to have a trial run for our wedding
photos. We also got a lot of useful tips from the photographer and
Wendy that will be helpful when we take pictures on wedding day.
Jack: It was spellbinding to see my gorgeous bride-to-be done
up in professional wedding looks. She was stunning in each look
and in ways I had never seen before. Laughing together while
eating cotton candy or posing on a beautiful bridge while being
professionally photographed was surreal. I felt closer to her
afterward and it made me even more excited to marry her for real!
WHAT WAS YOUR FAVORITE PART OF THE SHOOT?
Lainy: Getting to be a model for the day! It was fun getting my hair
and makeup done while Jack fed me snacks, since I didn’t have
much time to take a break to eat. I loved being able to have so
many different, amazing looks. I was transformed into a new look
for each dress. Everyone on set was great with giving me direction
and praise as I modeled the looks. It was definitely a dream come
true!
Jack: Watching Lainy model in a variety of dresses and looking
like an absolute bombshell while doing so. Modeling together was
fun, but my favorite thing was being able to be an observer while
she modeled like she’s been doing it her whole life. A close second
was feeding each other freshly made cotton candy while laughing
gleefully and forgetting we were even modeling at all.OO
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A DÉCOR INSPIRATION STORY
PHOTOGRAPHY BY NICHOLE COLLINS PHOTOGRAPHY
DESIGN, STYLING AND COORDINATION BY MOON MAMA EVENT CO.
ON LOCATION AT THE NATIONAL EXCHANGE HOTEL
STARRING NEWLYWEDS RAKENZI + COURTNEY
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AT REALWEDDINGSMAG.COM
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THE DETAILS
VENUE, MACARONS
AND STYLED CUISINE
The National Exchange Hotel
thenationalexchangehotel.com
PHOTOGRAPHER
Nichole Collins Photography
nicholecollinsphoto.com
VIDEOGRAPHER
Philippe Studio Pro
philippestudiopro.com
DESIGN, STYLING AND COORDINATOR,
LINENS AND NEON SIGNS
Moon Mama Event Co.
moonmamaevent.co
DESIGN, STYLING AND FLORAL DESIGNER
Flowers in Design
flowersindesign.com
WHOLESALE FLOWERS
FiftyFlowers.com
fiftyflowers.com
CAKE DESIGNER
Spilled Milk Company
spilledmilkcompany.com
HAIR ARTIST
The Face Beater Makeup Artist
thefacebeater.com
MAKEUP ARTIST
Happily Beautiful Makeup Artistry & Skin Studio
happilybeautifulmakeup.com
GOWNS
Sparkle Bridal Couture
sparklebridalcouture.com
SHOES
DSW | dsw.com
SUITS
Tuxedo Den
tuxedoden.com
JEWELRY AND ACCESSORIES
Adora by Simona | adorabysimona.com
Luxurious Bridal | luxuriousbridal.com
Macy’s | Nafissa Beyomar, My Stylist@Macy's
Roseville Galleria | macys.com/mystylist
Mariell | mariellonline.com
Renewable Jewels | renewablejewels.net
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LOUNGE FURNITURE AND DÉCOR, RUGS, PILLOWS,
CHANDELIERS, SWEETHEART TABLE CHAIRS
AND FLATWARE
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PAPERIE
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SPECIAL THANKS TO OUR REAL COUPLE MODELS,
RAKENZI + COURTNEY,
AND ALL OF THE PROFESSIONALS
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PHOTOGRAPHER
NICHOLE COLLINS
PHOTOGRAPHY
Nichole Collins
nicholecollinsphoto.com
Based in Nevada City, Nichole is
a photographer of all things love,
specializing in intimate weddings
and elopements. She is an
adventurous soul with a love for
connection. Nichole captures
true, unique love. She believes
no love looks the same, and
that’s what makes everyone’s
story so special.
VIDEOGRAPHER
PHILIPPE STUDIO PRO
Philippe Calouro-Ngabonziza
philippestudiopro.com
Originally from Africa, Philippe met
his American wife and moved to
Sacramento in 2011 when he started
pursuing a career in photo and video.
His company, Philippe Studio Pro,
specializes in capturing weddings for
couples deeply in love and creating
story-driven vibrant imagery.
DESIGN, STYLING AND
COORDINATOR
MOON MAMA EVENT CO.
The Mamas
moonmamaevent.co
Moon Mama Event Co. is a
women-owned wedding and event
planning small business—they
are inclusive, love-focused and
community-centered. The Mamas
offer full-service event planning,
design, day-of content creation,
bartending services, DJ services
and more.
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MSTEPHENSPHOTO.COM
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FLORAL DESIGNER
FLOWERS IN DESIGN
Kim Oosterman
flowersindesign.com
With more than 20 years of floral
design experience, Kim and her
team of experienced designers at
Flowers In Design love to create
pieces that will "wow" their clients.
It's their goal to find ways to give
their clients the dream.
WHOLESALE FLOWERS
FIFTYFLOWERS.COM
Liza Roeser
fiftyflowers.com
While working and living in South
America, Liza saw the possibilities
of exporting cut flowers and helped
bridge the gap between the farms
and the floral customer by founding
FiftyFlowers.com in 2003. To
date, FiftyFlowers.com has shipped
blooms for more than one million
events!
CAKE DESIGNER
SPILLED MILK
COMPANY
Rahil Singh & Christina Narayan
spilledmilkcompany.com
Rahil and Christina opened
Spilled Milk Company in 2020
with the goal of creating stunning
wedding cakes that combine the
perfect balance of flavor, form
and execution. They are dedicated
to excellence and want to make
their clients' wedding days
unforgettable.
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HAIR ARTIST
THE FACE BEATER
Tanya Garboushian
thefacebeater.com
Tanya fell in love with makeup in
2013, and since then has elevated
and educated herself in the
industry. She has beat hundreds
of faces over the years, and has
gained skills and practices to
keep up with trends. Tanya was
recognized by The Knot’s
“Best of Weddings” in 2023.
MAKEUP ARTIST
HAPPILY BEAUTIFUL
MAKEUP ARTISTRY
& SKIN STUDIO
Happi Ybarra
happilybeautifulmakeup.com
Beauty-obsessed owner, Happi,
has several years of experience as
a makeup artist and esthetician,
giving her a well-rounded
knowledge of both skin care
and makeup. She’s developed a
unique approach to beauty: keep it
modern, organic and true.
SELECT RENTALS
BARNSWALLOW
RENTALS
Emily Klein & Aaron Ward
barnswallowrentals.com
Emily and Aaron started
Barnswallow Rentals in 2022,
a full-service event and wedding
rental company that specializes in
boutique rentals across Northern
California. They offer event design
and styling services that includes
white-glove delivery.
SELECT RENTALS
TWO RIVERS EVENTS
William Whetzel & Gwen Beland
tworiversevents.co
William and Gwen created Two
Rivers Events in 2022, an event
rental business serving Sacramento.
They strive to provide an excellent
customer experience, from the initial
meeting to the final event, in order to
make their clients' events as stressfree
as possible.
PAPERIE
MARINA LEE STYLES
Amber Turner
etsy.com/shop/marinaleestyles
With more than 25 years of experience
in client relationship management in
the corporate world, Amber started
Marina Lee Styles in 2022—not only
to offer affordable stationery for
weddings and special events, but also
to have a fun, creative outlet. Since
then, she's helped hundreds of clients
create beautiful signage and paperie.
VENUE
THE NATIONAL
EXCHANGE HOTEL
Sonya Krimsky
thenationalexchangehotel.com
Since 2020, Sonya has served as
the event guru for The National
Exchange Hotel and its sister
property, Holbrooke Hotel. These
premier hotels provide uniquely
curated private events with onsite
catering through their awardwinning
restaurants.
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ON RAKENZI:
HEADPIECE BY ADORA BY SIMONA
EARRINGS FROM MACY'S
GOWN FROM SPARKLE BRIDAL COUTURE
ON COURTNEY:
SUIT, SHIRT, AND SHOES
FROM TUXEDO DEN
TIE FROM MACY'S
WANT MORE?
HEAD TO OUR
WEBSITE TO SEE MORE
FROM THIS
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WHAT MADE YOU WANT TO
MODEL FOR THIS PHOTO SHOOT?
Rakenzi + Courtney: When asked
to model, we thought it looked like a fun
opportunity. Rakenzi also loves any reason to
dress up!
TELL US ABOUT YOUR MODELING
EXPERIENCE.
Rakenzi + Courtney: We both were very surprised
how much thought and planning goes into a
photo shoot like this. We were impressed about
how fast-paced it was and how organized
everything was. Even with so many moving parts,
we had a fun time!
HOW WAS MODELING WITH YOUR
SIGNIFICANT OTHER?
Rakenzi + Courtney: It was fun to see each other
in wedding attire other than what we got married
in; and also in attire that we typically would not
have picked out ourselves. Doing this shoot
together also added a level of comfort as we went
through the day.
DID YOU RELATE TO THE CONCEPT/THEME?
Rakenzi + Courtney: We related to light, bright,
and fun colors and the romantic feel of the shoot.
Our wedding had a similar feel where we picked
out brighter and bolder colors for our décor
with a fun, romantic feel. Rakenzi really liked the
contradiction of soft but bold elements of the
shoot.
WHAT WAS YOUR FAVORITE PART OF THE
SHOOT?
Rakenzi + Courtney: Getting to wear the different
outfits throughout the day. Plus, we both enjoyed
seeing the different ways the spaces were
decorated.
IF YOU COULD OFFER ANY ADVICE TO
ENGAGED COUPLES WHAT WOULD IT BE?
Rakenzi + Courtney: Hire a wedding planner!
At first, we thought we could plan our wedding
without one, but our planner, Sara with Rainbow
Weddings & Events, thought of things we never
woud have considered—our wedding day would
not have been so enjoyable without her help. Also,
don't stress the small stuff—this is about the love
you have for each other; and your guests will not
even realize if the small details are not perfect. OO
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ON COREY:
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ON BRITTANY:
HEADPIECE BY MARIELL
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GOWN FROM THE BRIDAL BOX
DISCO
in the GARDEN
A DÉCOR INSPIRATION STORY
PHOTOGRAPHY BY KARISSA WRIGHT PRODUCTIONS
DESIGN, STYLING AND COORDINATION BY DRAGONFLY EVENTS & CO.
ON LOCATION AT THE WILLOW BALLROOM & EVENT CENTER
STARRING BRIDE- AND GROOM-TO-BE BRITTANY + COREY
PRODUCED BY REAL WEDDINGS MAGAZINE TEAM: TATIANA JITARI, NATHALIA KALLAN AND WENDY SIPPLE
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ON BRITTANY:
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ON BRITTANY:
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ON BRITTANY:
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SHOES FROM DSW
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ON BRITTANY:
EARRINGS BY STYLE AVENUE STUDIOS
GOWN FROM THE BRIDAL BOX
SHOES FROM DSW
ON COREY:
GROOM’S OWN SUIT, SHIRT AND SHOES
TIE FROM MACY’S
READ ABOUT THE INSPIRATION BEHIND THIS SHOOT
AT REALWEDDINGSMAG.COM
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THE DETAILS
VENUE
The Willow Ballroom & Event Center
thewillowballroom.com
PHOTOGRAPHER
Karissa Wright Productions
karissawrightproductions.com
VIDEOGRAPHER
H & Company | hcophoto.com
DESIGN, STYLING AND COORDINATOR
Dragonfly Events & Co.
dragonflyeventsandco.com
DESIGN, STYLING AND FLORAL DESIGNER
Strelitzia Flower Company
weddingsbystrelitzia.com
WHOLESALE FLOWERS
FiftyFlowers.com | fiftyflowers.com
CAKE AND DESSERTS DESIGNER
Sugar Dreams by Odeza
sugardreamsbyodeza.com
CHARCUTERIE BOARD AND CUPS
The Dancer’s Pantry
thedancerspantry.com
BAR AND SIGNATURE COCKTAILS
Sips & Floss | sipsandfloss.com
HAIR AND MAKEUP ARTIST
The Face Beater Makeup Artist
thefacebeater.com
GOWNS
The Bridal Box | bbxbrides.com
Brides for a Cause | bridesforacause.com
De La Rosa’s Bridal & Tuxedo | delarosasbridal.com
Onyx Bridal | onyxbridal.com
Perfect Dress Party | perfectdressparty.com
SHOES
DSW | dsw.com
SUITS
Tuxedo Den | tuxedoden.com
JEWELRY AND ACCESSORIES
Adora by Simona | adorabysimona.com
Luxurious Bridal | luxuriousbridal.com
Macy’s | Nafissa Beyomar, My Stylist@Macy’s
Roseville Galleria | macys.com/mystylist
Mariell | mariellonline.com
The Modern Gem | themoderngem.com
MonJude Studio | monjudestudio.com
Renewable Jewels | renewablejewels.net
Sorrelli | sorrelli.com
Style Avenue Studios | styleavenuestudios.com
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AND LINEN RENTALS
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LOUNGE FURNITURE AND DÉCOR RENTALS
Blossom Farm Vintage Rentals
blossomfarmrentals.com
SIGNAGE AND MENUS
Linda Wilmarth Designs | lindawilmarthdesigns.com
SPECIAL THANKS TO OUR REAL COUPLE MODELS,
BRITTANY + COREY,
AND ALL OF THE PROFESSIONALS WHO
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KARISSA WRIGHT
PRODUCTIONS
Karissa Lucca & Gavin Moss
karissawrightproductions.com
While passionately serving their
clients to be their best selves while
in front of the camera, the KWP
team gives couples the freedom
to be present and in the moment
so that they can remember their
why. They’re an award-winning
photography team and have been
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VIDEOGRAPHER
H & COMPANY
Jaclyn & Alistair Hutcheson
hcophoto.com
Jaclyn and Alistair lead a curious
team of collaborators who believe
effective storytelling begins
with the human experience.
They provide end-to-end video
creative solutions from concept to
distribution. Founding the business
as photographers allowed them to
reveal the human experience in one
dimension, emotively through the
visual sense.
DESIGN, STYLING AND
COORDINATOR
DRAGONFLY
EVENTS & CO.
Kayla Garcia Mondragon
dragonflyeventsandco.com
Kayla is the founder of Dragonfly Events
& Co., a boutique wedding planning
company. They focus on telling each
couple’s unique love story through all
the little details of their wedding day
while striving to make sure their clients’
weddings and the planning leading up
to it is seamless and stress-free.
FLORAL DESIGNER
STRELITZIA FLOWER
COMPANY
WHOLESALE
FLOWERS
FIFTYFLOWERS.COM
CAKE DESIGNER
SUGAR DREAMS
BY ODEZA
Letitia Martin
& Samantha Widlund
weddingsbystrelitzia.com
From full-service to DIY, wholesale
orders and with no minimums,
family-owned Strelitzia takes joy in
helping clients make memorable
events. From modern and lush to
classic and everything in between,
Strelitzia is ready to satisfy every
floral need.
Liza Roeser
fiftyflowers.com
While working and living in South
America, Liza saw the possibilities
of exporting cut flowers and
helped bridge the gap between
the farms and the floral customer
by founding FiftyFlowers.com in
2003. Today, FiftyFlowers.com has
shipped blooms for more than one
million events.
Odeza Z. Epstein
sugardreamsbyodeza.com
Creating custom cakes for her
clients is a dream come true
for Odeza. She is a self-taught
home baker who specializes in
buttercream bespoke cake designs
with touches of elegance using
high-quality ingredients. She
applies creativity and innovations
to designing all her cakes.
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CHARCUTERIE BOARD
THE DANCER’S
PANTRY
SIGNATURE
COCKTAILS
SIPS & FLOSS
HAIR AND MAKEUP
ARTIST
THE FACE BEATER
Chelsea Farrah
thedancerspantry.com
From grandiose grazing tables
to cocktail hours and intimate
dining set-ups, Chelsea is
passionate about creating the
grazing experience you desire
for your special day!
Kiara Stevens
sipsandfloss.com
Kiara and her husband, J’Michael,
opened Sips & Floss in 2021 to
bring sips, treats and good vibes to
weddings and special events across
Northern California. They offer
carts and bars to serve new and
classic treats including bar service
with customized cocktails, cotton
candy, ice cream, churros, pancakes,
pretzels and more.
Tanya Garboushian
thefacebeater.com
Tanya fell in love with makeup in
2013, and since then has elevated
and educated herself in the
industry. She has beat hundreds
of faces over the years, and has
gained skills and practices to
keep up with trends. Tanya was
recognized by The Knot’s
“Best of Weddings” in 2023.
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SELECT RENTALS
BLOSSOM FARM
VINTAGE RENTALS
SIGNAGE AND MENUS
LINDA WILMARTH
DESIGNS
VENUE
THE WILLOW
BALLROOM
Kelly Peart
blossomfarmrentals.com
Linda Wilmarth
lindawilmarthdesigns.com
Angelica Whaley
thewillowballroom.com
Owner and designer, Kelly, loves
helping her clients achieve their
dream wedding. She’s always adding
new inventory and will go the extra
mile to find that perfect piece—or
she’ll have her husband make it.
As a working mom in the financial Angelica and her family opened
industry, Linda wasn’t able to
The Willow Ballroom & Event
express her creative side, so she Center more than seven years
started to create event signs, escort ago, and have hosted hundreds of
cards, table numbers and wedding weddings and special events since.
signs for her friends. Along the way, Their unique and urban warehouse
it turned into a business and Linda space exudes character, originality
Wilmarth Designs was born.
and old-world charm.
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ON COREY:
GROOM’S OWN SUIT, SHIRT AND SHOES
TIE FROM MACY’S
ON BRITTANY:
JEWELRY BY ADORA BY SIMONA
GOWN FROM BRIDES FOR A CAUSE
SHOES FROM DSW
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WHAT MADE YOU WANT TO MODEL
FOR THIS PHOTO SHOOT?
Brittany + Corey: We thought it would be a fun
way to meet different people in the wedding
industry.
TELL US ABOUT YOUR MODELING
EXPERIENCE.
Brittany + Corey: We had a blast! Wendy and
her team were great. We loved meeting all
the other vendors involved. Everyone kept the
energy up, even though it was a long day.
HOW WAS MODELING WITH
YOUR SIGNIFICANT OTHER?
Brittany + Corey: Surprisingly, it was more
comfortable than we thought. We have
never had photos taken by professionals. The
photographers, Karissa and Gavin with Karissa
Wright Productions, had such good chemistry
together that you can tell they love what they
do and enjoy working together. As a team,
they helped both of us feed off of their positive
energy, and we think it shows in the photos.
DID YOU RELATE TO THE CONCEPT/THEME?
Brittany + Corey: The theme was so fun and
unique! Disco balls were everywhere, creating
a hint of sparkle in every nook and cranny. We
especially loved the disco balls hanging from
the ceremony floral arch.
WHAT WAS YOUR FAVORITE PART
OF THE SHOOT?
Brittany + Corey: Getting all dressed up—it
was like a little trial run on how it will be on our
wedding day.
IF YOU COULD OFFER ANY ADVICE TO
ENGAGED COUPLES WHAT WOULD IT BE?
Brittany + Corey: Enjoy being together and
don’t let the stress of wedding planning put a
strain on your relationship—it’s supposed to be
a fun and exciting time. One of our favorite parts
of the planning process has been the food and
dessert tastings. And remember, your wedding
day is about you two, and your love for each
other. Have fun—it goes by fast! OO
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ON ANGELICA:
EARRINGS BY ADORA BY SIMONA
GOWN FROM ONYX BRIDAL
SHOES FROM MACY’S
ON MARCUS:
SUIT, SHIRT AND SHOES FROM TUXEDO DEN
TIE FROM MACY’S
LET’S
get
MARRIED
A DÉCOR INSPIRATION STORY
PHOTOGRAPHY BY NICOLE SEPULVEDA PHOTOGRAPHY
DESIGN, STYLING AND COORDINATION BY THE 530 BRIDE
ON LOCATION AT
ˆ THE CITIZEN HOTEL
STARRING BRIDE- AND GROOM-TO-BE ANGELICA + MARCUS
PRODUCED BY REAL WEDDINGS MAGAZINE TEAM: TATIANA JITARI AND WENDY SIPPLE
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ON ANGELICA:
EARRINGS BY MARIELL
GOWN FROM SPARKLE BRIDAL COUTURE
ON MARCUS:
SUIT, SHIRT AND SHOES FROM TUXEDO DEN
TIE FROM MACY’S
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ON ANGELICA:
VEIL AND EARRINGS BY MARIELL
BRACELET FROM MACY’S
GOWN FROM ONYX BRIDAL
ON MARCUS:
SUIT, SHIRT AND SHOES FROM TUXEDO DEN
TIE FROM MACY’S
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ON ANGELICA:
EARRINGS BY RENEWABLE JEWELS
GOWN FROM ONYX BRIDAL
ON MARCUS:
SUIT, SHIRT AND SHOES FROM TUXEDO DEN
TIE FROM MACY’S
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ON ANGELICA:
EARRINGS BY RENEWABLE JEWELS
GOWN FROM ONYX BRIDAL
ON MARCUS:
SUIT, SHIRT AND SHOES FROM TUXEDO DEN
TIE FROM MACY’S
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ON MARCUS:
SUIT, SHIRT AND SHOES FROM TUXEDO DEN
TIE FROM MACY’S
ON ANGELICA:
EARRINGS AND BRACELET FROM MACY’S
GOWN FROM THE BRIDAL BOX
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ON MARCUS:
SUIT, SHIRT AND SHOES FROM TUXEDO DEN
TIE FROM MACY’S
ON ANGELICA:
EARRINGS BY RENEWABLE JEWELS
GOWN FROM ONYX BRIDAL
READ ABOUT THE INSPIRATION BEHIND THIS SHOOT
AT REALWEDDINGSMAG.COM
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THE DETAILS
VENUE AND STYLED CUISINE
The Citizen Hotel
thecitizenhotel.com
PHOTOGRAPHER
Nicole Sepulveda Photography
nicolesepulveda.com
VIDEOGRAPHER
JB Wedding Photo & Videography
jbweddingphoto.com
DESIGN, STYLING AND COORDINATOR
The 530 Bride
the530bride.com
STYLING AND FLORAL DESIGNER
Visual Impact Design
visualimpact-design.com
WHOLESALE FLOWERS
FiftyFlowers.com
fiftyflowers.com
CAKE DESIGNER
Custom Cakes by Tara
customcakesbytara.com
HAIR AND MAKEUP ARTIST
All Dolled Up Beauty + Bridal
alldolleduphairandmakeup.com
GOWNS
The Bridal Box | bbxbrides.com
Brides for a Cause | bridesforacause.com
Onyx Bridal | onyxbridal.com
Sparkle Bridal Couture | sparklebridalcouture.com
SHOES
Bella Belle | bellabelleshoes.com
DSW | dsw.com
Macy’s | macys.com
SUITS
Tuxedo Den
tuxedoden.com
JEWELRY AND ACCESSORIES
Adora by Simona | adorabysimona.com
Macy’s | Nafissa Beyomar, My Stylist@Macy’s
Roseville Galleria | macys.com/mystylist
Mariell | mariellonline.com
The Modern Gem | themoderngem.com
MonJude Studio | monjudestudio.com
Renewable Jewels | renewablejewels.net
TABLETOP AND LINEN RENTALS
Celebrations! Party Rentals and Tents
celebrationspartyrentals.com
FURNITURE AND DÉCOR RENTALS
Sacramento Event Co.
sacramentoeventco.com
NEON SIGNS
Sactown Neon
sactownneon.com
SPECIALTY LIGHTING
Larcom’s Lighting
larcomslighting.com
PAPERIE
Fawcett Ave Paper Co.
fawcettave.com
SIGNAGE, MENUS AND DRINK TAGS
Markings by Monica
markingsbymonica.com
SPECIAL THANKS TO OUR REAL COUPLE MODELS,
ANGELICA + MARCUS,
AND ALL OF THE PROFESSIONALS WHO
CONTRIBUTED TO THIS FEATURE!

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CONGRATULATIONS TO OUR COVER MODEL WINNER: TORREY!
OUR COVER MODEL CONTEST FINALIST SHOOT WAS PHOTOGRAPHED EXCLUSIVELY BY JB WEDDING PHOTOGRAPHY
ON LOCATION AT THE CITIZEN HOTEL. FOR MORE, TURN TO PAGE 101.
ON TORREY: GOWN FROM SPARKLE BRIDAL COUTURE; HEADPIECE BY LUXURIOUS BRIDAL;
JEWELRY BY CHLOE + ISABEL; BOUQUET BY STRELITZIA FLOWER COMPANY
SET DESIGNED BY AMES HAUS DESIGN // SET FLOWERS DESIGNED BY AMES HAUS DESIGN WITH WHOLESALE FLOWERS FROM FIFTYFLOWERS.COM
REALWEDDINGSMAG.COM
CONGRATULATIONS TO OUR COVER MODEL WINNER MAGGIE!
OUR COVER MODEL CONTEST FINALIST SHOOT WAS PHOTOGRAPHED EXCLUSIVELY BY TY PENTECOST PHOTOGRAPHY
ON LOCATION AT SHERATON GRAND SACRAMENTO HOTEL. FOR MORE, TURN TO PAGE 111.
ON MAGGIE: GOWN FROM SECOND SUMMER BRIDE; EARRINGS BY CHLOE + ISABEL; BOUQUET BY RELLES FLORIST;
REALWEDDINGSMAG.COM
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OUR COVER MODEL CONTEST FINALIST SHOOT WAS PHOTOGRAPHED EXCLUSIVELY BY TY PENTECOST PHOTOGRAPHY
ON LOCATION AT SHERATON GRAND SACRAMENTO HOTEL. FOR MORE, TURN TO PAGE 111.
ON JOSEPHINE: GOWN FROM ALWAYS ELEGANT BRIDAL & TUXEDO; EARRINGS BY DEEPA GURNANI; HAIR AND MAKEUP BY ALL DOLLED UP HAIR AND MAKEUP ARTISTRY
REALWEDDINGSMAG.COM
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CAKE BY BAKER & A BLACK CAT
CONGRATULATIONS TO OUR COVER MODEL WINNER CURISSA!
OUR COVER MODEL CONTEST FINALIST SHOOT WAS PHOTOGRAPHED EXCLUSIVELY BY
FARRELL PHOTOGRAPHY ON LOCATION AT HOTEL SUTTER. FOR MORE, TURN TO PAGE 113.
GOWN FROM THE CLOTHES MINE; HEADPIECES BY LUXURIOUS BRIDAL; JEWELRY BY MARIELL;
BOUQUET BY AMES HAUS DESIGN; HAIR AND MAKEUP BY ALL DOLLED UP HAIR AND MAKEUP ARTISTRY
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CONGRATULATIONS TO OUR COVER MODEL WINNER CHRISTINA!
OUR COVER MODEL CONTEST FINALIST SHOOT WAS PHOTOGRAPHED EXCLUSIVELY BY
JAMES YOUNG PHOTOGRAPHY ON LOCATION AT OLD SUGAR MILL. FOR MORE, TURN TO PAGE 100.
ON CHRISTINA:
GOWN FROM DE LA ROSA’S BRIDAL & TUXEDO // EARRINGS BY MY TRENDY TRAILER // BRACELETS BY SATYA JEWELRY
BOUQUET BY PLACERVILLE FLOWERS ON MAIN // HAIR AND MAKEUP BY ALL DOLLED UP BEAUTY + BRIDAL
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CONGRATULATIONS TO OUR COVER MODEL CONTEST WINNER: DANIELLE!
OUR COVER MODEL CONTEST FINALIST SHOOT WAS PHOTOGRAPHED EXCLUSIVELY BY SHOOP’S PHOTOGRAPHY
ON LOCATION AT WINE & ROSES HOTEL, RESTAURANT AND SPA. FOR MORE, TURN TO PAGE 91.
REALWEDDINGSMAG.COM
CONGRATULATIONS TO OUR COVER MODEL WINNERS NICOLETTE AND QUINN!
OUR COVER MODEL CONTEST FINALIST SHOOT WAS PHOTOGRAPHED EXCLUSIVELY BY ROCHELLE WILHELMS PHOTOGRAPHY
ON LOCATION AT TRIPLE S RANCH. FOR MORE, TURN TO PAGE 87.
ON NIKKI (LEFT): GOWN FROM ANHA'S BRIDAL; EARRINGS BY PERFECT DETAILS; BRACELET BY ERICA KOESLER; SHOES FROM DSW;
BOUQUET BY RELLES FLORIST; HAIR BY HALO SALON & DAY SPA; MAKEUP BY HAPPILY BEAUTIFUL MAKEUP ARTISTRY AND SKIN STUDIO
ON QUINN (RIGHT): SKIRT FROM SPARKLE BRIDAL COUTURE; DENIM JACKET AND TANK TOP FROM OLD NAVY;
HEADPIECE BY LUXURIOUS BRIDAL; JEWELRY BY SORRELLI JEWELRY; BOUQUET BY THE BLOOM LAB; HAIR AND MAKEUP BY ALL DOLLED UP HAIR AND MAKEUP ARTISTRY
SET DESIGNED BY L SQUARED AFFAIRS; SET RENTALS FROM BLOSSOM FARM VINTAGE RENTALS;
SET FLOWERS DESIGNED BY L SQUARED AFFAIRS WITH WHOLESALE FLOWERS FROM FIFTYFLOWERS.COM
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CONGRATULATIONS TO OUR COVER MODEL WINNER ERICKA!
OUR COVER MODEL CONTEST FINALIST SHOOT WAS PHOTOGRAPHED EXCLUSIVELY BY
2 GIRLS 20 CAMERAS ON LOCATION AT THE KIMPTON SAWYER HOTEL. FOR MORE, TURN TO PAGE 89.
PANTSUIT FROM SECOND SUMMER BRIDE; EARRINGS BY CHLOE + ISABEL; BOUQUET BY MORNINGSIDE FLORIST;
HAIR BY HALO SALON & DAY SPA; MAKEUP BY HAPPILY BEAUTIFUL MAKEUP ARTISTRY & SKIN STUDIO
CONGRATULATIONS TO OUR COVER MODEL WINNER NATALIE!
OUR COVER MODEL CONTEST FINALIST SHOOT WAS PHOTOGRAPHED EXCLUSIVELY BY
JAMES YOUNG PHOTOGRAPHY ON LOCATION AT OLD SUGAR MILL. FOR MORE, TURN TO PAGE 100.
ON NATALIE:
GOWN FROM SPARKLE BRIDAL COUTURE // HAIR PINS AND JEWELRY BY ADORA BY SIMONA
BOUQUET BY WILD FLOWERS DESIGN GROUP WITH WHOLESALE FLOWERS FROM FIFTYFLOWERS.COM
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PHOTOGRAPHER
NICOLE SEPULVEDA
PHOTOGRAPY
Nicole Sepulveda
nicolesepulveda.com
Nicole draws from years of
experience photographing
weddings and events to bring
out the essence of her subjects
for imagery that is captivatingly
honest, naturally graceful and
the best representation of her
clients.
VIDEOGRAPHER
JB WEDDING PHOTO
AND VIDEOGRAPHY
Justin Buettner
jbweddingphoto.com
Justin is a storyteller and sees the
world in dynamic actions and bright,
vivid colors. He loves people, chaos,
parties, fun and romance, so wedding
photography is perfect for him!
Even after 25 years of professional
photography work, he’s just as excited
about the next event as he was
at his first one.
DESIGN, STYLING AND
COORDINATOR
THE 530 BRIDE
Veronica Enns
the530bride.com
As the founder and principal planner,
Veronica, along with her team, focuses
solely on weddings and offers couples
specialty rentals, graphic design and
bar services, in addition to wedding
planning and design. She loves cold
brew, spending time with her family,
and, of course, planning weddings.
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VISUAL IMPACT
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FLOWERS
FIFTYFLOWERS.COM
CAKE DESIGNER
CUSTOM CAKES
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Cathy Brooks
visualimpact-design.com
Visual Impact Design sprouted
in 1992 when owner Cathy
opened shop in her grandfather’s
warehouse. Since then, business
has blossomed and Visual
Impact Design now creates floral
masterpieces for weddings
and events.
Liza Roeser
fiftyflowers.com
While working and living in South
America, Liza saw the possibilities
of exporting cut flowers and
helped bridge the gap between
the farms and the floral customer
by founding FiftyFlowers.com in
2003. Today, FiftyFlowers.com has
shipped blooms for more than one
million events.
Tara Bodley
customcakesbytara.com
Tara’s business journey all started with
a dessert bar for her in-laws’ 40-year
anniversary party—what began as
a passion for baking small desserts
turned into creating custom, one-ofa-kind
cakes; and in 2019, Custom
Cakes by Tara officially launched as a
cottage bakery.
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Lynsee Perez
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Jennifer Corrigan
sacramentoeventco.com
Beatriz has been a master artist
with All Dolled Up for three
years. Specializing in both hair
and makeup, you can find her
behind the brush dolling up
brides and their parties all over
Northern California.
Lynsee has been in the beauty
world for more than 20 years.
She is a master artist and the
bridal beauty coordinator at All
Dolled Up. Lynsee loves helping
women look and feel beautiful.
Jennifer has more than 20 years
of experience in planning and
executing exclusive events from
conception through execution.
She started Sacramento Event Co.
in 2019, and it has quickly grown
to be a premiere luxury event
furniture rental and design studio
for the region.
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SPECIALTY LIGHTING
VENUE
MARKINGS BY MONICA
LARCOM’S LIGHTING
THE CITIZEN
Monica Schneider
markingsbymonica.com
Jeff Larcom
larcomslighting.com
Laura Kowalsky
thecitizenhotel.com
Monica is a calligrapher and engraver
serving Sacramento and the Bay
Area. She specializes in wedding
signage and live calligraphy for
events and brand activations.
Monica’s goal is to bring her client’s
vision to life while creating timeless
pieces and memories that they can
cherish forever.
Larcom’s Lighting was started as a
holiday decorating service in 2003.
This was a way for the founder
Jeff Larcom, to provide for his
family and to ensure his children
always had a great Christmas. Now,
Larcom’s Lighting specializes in
wedding and special event lighting.
Laura and the entire events team
are incredibly honored to be a part
of each couple’s big day and are
committed to providing them with
a magical experience highlighted
by locally inspired cuisine and
attentive service amidst our unique
venue with classic architecture and
sweeping city views.
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style: get to know our real couple models
ON ANGELICA:
EARRINGS BY MARIELL
BRACELET FROM MACY’S
GOWN FROM ONYX BRIDAL
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ON MARCUS:
SUIT AND SHIRT
FROM TUXEDO DEN
TIE FROM MACY’S
WHAT MADE YOU WANT TO MODEL
FOR THIS PHOTO SHOOT?
Angelica: I’ve been a part of the wedding
industry for more than seven years now; owning
The Willow Ballroom & Event Center. When we were
approached about being models for a styled shoot,
we jumped on the opportunity—we needed the
inspiration to start our own actual wedding planning!
Besides, anything that Wendy orchestrates, we’re in!
TELL US ABOUT YOUR MODELING EXPERIENCE.
Angelica: We loved getting pampered and posed for
each look. Me maybe a little more than Marcus...but it
was an amazing experience.
HOW WAS MODELING WITH
YOUR SIGNIFICANT OTHER?
Angelica: We had a great time getting comfortable
in front of the camera before doing our own
engagement photos. It was a fun practice session!
DID YOU RELATE TO THE CONCEPT/THEME?
Angelica: Absolutely! The details were so timeless
and elegant. We loved the old-world charm of the
venue mixed with the clean, modern aesthetic.
WHAT WAS YOUR FAVORITE
PART OF THE SHOOT?
Angelica: Working with such amazing vendors! The
photos at sunset on the balcony of The Citizen were
absolutely stunning!
TELL US ABOUT YOUR WEDDING DAY.
Angelica: We’re getting married at the Greek
Orthodox Church on a Thursday to honor my culture
and then having a Western wedding on Saturday at
my parents’ estate in Courtland on the Sacramento
Delta. Our aesthetic is vibrant, whimsical and Italian
inspired—and we cannot wait to watch all of the
details come together!
IF YOU COULD OFFER ANY ADVICE TO ENGAGED
COUPLES, WHAT WOULD IT BE?
Angelica: Take a moment and enjoy your
engagement. When you’re ready to start the
process, be flexible about dates and definitely set a
budget! It’s important to set boundaries to manage
your expectations and of those around you. Don’t
get caught up in trying to please everyone else
or meeting societal expectations. If you’re feeling
stressed and overwhelmed, remember to focus on
what’s important to you. Your wedding day is about
celebrating your love and the start of your next
chapter. OO
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Our favorite part was having
all our friends and family
in one place to celebrate
our special day with us!
—Ally
ALLY & ZACH
PHOTOGRAPHY BY LELA SPIVA PHOTOGRAPHY
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#VENDORRAVES
All of our vendors were fantastic! It was such a treat to
work so closely with my mom—Kelly of Blossom Farm
Vintage Rentals—to help create my vision. And, I cannot
say enough great things about Park Winters—their team
is amazing and everything was perfect!
ALLY’S FAVORITE DETAILS
I loved the florals! We also had a custom bar sign
made to honor our dogs; each of them got a
signature cocktail named after them. I loved having a
small way to include them on the day.
Additional Resources: Videographer: Jevin Films | Bride’s Hair and Makeup Artist: Kimmi Gustafon/Beauty
by Kimmi | Bridesmaids’ Hair and Makeup Artist: Emily Whitehead/ Untangled Beauty | Bride’s Attire: Grace
+ White Bridal | Bridesmaids’ Attire: Bella Bridesmaids | Groom’s and Groomsmen’s Attire: The Black Tux |
Signage: Emily Murphey Designs | Cakes: Palette Cakes | DJ, Lighting and Photo Booth: DeBorba Events |
Transportation: MGM Transportation | Linen Rentals: BBJ La Tavola
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BUDGET PRIORITY
We decided to spend most of our budget on florals
and the venue. I truly believe florals makes
any space look 100 times better!
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VENUE AND CATERER
Park Winters
parkwinters.com
See ad on page 202
PHOTOGRAPHER
Lela Spiva Photography
lelaspivaphotography.com
See ad on page 200
WEDDING PLANNER,
EVENT DESIGNER AND OFFICIANT
Tan Weddings & Events
tanweddingsandevents.com
See ad on page 143
EVENT DESIGNER AND SELECT RENTALS
Blossom Farm Vintage Rentals
blossomfarmrentals.com
See ad on page 189
FLORAL DESIGNER
Bloom & Vine
bloomandvine.net
See ad on page 198
SELECT RENTALS
Celebrations! Party Rentals and Tents
celebrationspartyrentals.com
See ad on page 27
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#CEREMONYGOALS
It was perfect. Our best friend of 17 years officiated for us, and we
had my brother, Joseph, as best man and Austin’s sister, Lacey, as
maid of honor. It was a short and sweet ceremony, surrounded by the
giraffes and zebras, beautiful trees, and all of our family and friends.
MAUREEN & AUSTIN
PHOTOGRAPHY BY DEE & KRIS PHOTOGRAPHY
Additional Resources: Venue and Caterer: Sacramento Zoo | Bride’s and Bridesmaids’ Hair and Makeup Artists: Claire
Ruiz and Amanda Cardwell / Salon 9294 | Bridesmaids’ Attire: Reformation and Baltic Born | Groom’s and Groomsmen’s
Attire: Men’s Wearhouse | Paperie and Signage: Shop Dreaming In Paper, The Design Brewery and Studio In
Budapest | Floral Designer and Select Rentals: Ido-Floral | Cake and Mini Bundt Cakes: Nothing Bundt Cakes | DJ
and Photo Booth: Function 45 Entertainment
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FUNNY MOMENT
Our flower girl fell asleep five minutes before the ceremony started. Rather than
risk a toddler tantrum, her dad stepped in and carried her down the aisle, tossing
petals along the way while she slept peacefully through the whole thing.
FAVORITE DETAIL
The carousel was so much fun;
we had a blast watching all of our
guests enjoy it. It was definitely
something you don’t usually
see at a wedding.
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PHOTOGRAPHER
Dee & Kris Photography
deeandkrisphotography.com
See ad on page 199
BRIDE’S ATTIRE
Sparkle Bridal Couture
sparklebridalcouture.com
See ad on page 53
SELECT RENTALS
Celebrations! Party Rentals and Tents
celebrationspartyrentals.com
See ad on page 27
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JASMINE & JEFFREY
PHOTOGRAPHY BY MVF PORTRAITS
#CEREMONYGOALS
We wrote our own vows and my brother was
the officiant, so our ceremony was intimate
and full of laughter.
Additional Resources: Venue and Caterer: Arden Hills | Videographer: Jake Soriano Media | Event Designer, Floral
Designer and Rentals: CL Décor | Bride’s Hair Designer: AmysLove4Hair | Bride’s Makeup Artist: Jasmine & Co. Hair
& Makeup | Bridesmaids’ Hair and Makeup Artist: Jasmine & Co. Hair & Makeup | Bride’s Attire: Miosa Bride | Bridesmaids’
Attire: Haute House Couture | Groomsmen’s Attire: Men’s Wearhouse | Cake: Lehua Defiesta | Cookies: Batter Up
Cakery | DJ and Lighting: MLS Sound Services | Photo Booth: Image Society Sacramento | Flower Wall: Adore Wall Sac
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BIGGEST CHALLENGE
Staying organized while working
full-time and owning my own
makeup and hair company; also,
finding the time to sit down
and actually plan.
FUNNY MOMENT
My brother forgot to ask everyone to sit
at our ceremony, so everyone stood the
whole time!
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PHOTOGRAPHER
MVF Portraits
mvfportraits.com
See ad on page 200
GROOM’S ATTIRE
Tuxedo Den
tuxedoden.com
See ad on page 33
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#WEDDINGGOALS
I wanted the
day to be fun
and have a party
atmosphere,
nothing too
formal. I didn’t
want to be
stressed or
nervous...we just
wanted it to be a
really fun day.
SPECIAL DETAIL
MELISSA & CASEY
PHOTOGRAPHY BY ADRIENNE & DANI PHOTOGRAPHY
My grandfather, who was on hospice
at the time, could not be there for
our special day. To make sure he
was still included and a part of our
day, my mother gave me a charm
with a picture of him to put on
my bouquet, which was incredibly
meaningful to me.
Additional Resources: Venue and Caterer: Evergreen Springs by Wedgewood Weddings | Bride’s and Bridesmaids’ Hair
Artist: Andrea Basham / Pretty Little Hairs | Bride’s and Bridesmaids’ Makeup Artist: Jessica Poeyus / The Glam Project
| Bride’s Attire: Miosa Bride | Bridesmaids’ Attire: Birdy Grey | Groom’s Attire: Nordstrom | Groomsmen’s Attire:
Macy’s, Amazon and Birdy Grey | Cake: Cake Castle Bakery | DJ: DJ Elliot | Photo Booth: Perfect Pixel Photo Booth
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PHOTOGRAPHER
Adrienne & Dani Photography
adrienneanddani.com
See ad on page 26
OFFICIANT
Tan Weddings & Events
tanweddingsandevents.com
See ad on page 143
FLORAL DESIGNER
Wild Flowers Design Group
wildflowersdesigngroup.com
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DANIEL & JOHAN
PHOTOGRAPHY BY AZARA IMAGES
MEMORABLE MOMENTS
Our first dance was to “Simply The Best” (from Schitt’s Creek)
and was followed by a surprise salsa performance by Johan
and me to a mix of “Conga” by Gloria Estefan and “Piragua”
by Eliseo Roman. Since Johan is Puerto Rican, this was a great
way to bring a bit of his culture and really got the crowd going.
Johan is a rehearsal director for a major contemporary ballet
company in New York, so yes, there were scheduled rehearsals
in our dining room every night for the month leading up to the
wedding. The speeches were all incredible and brought us to
tears, but our nieces and nephew were by far the highlight; in
their own way, they each shared heartfelt messages
and memories of our love for them.
Additional Resources: Venue: Tannenbaum Events Center | Floral Designer: Little Boy Flowers | Caterer: Roundabout
Catering | Cake and Cupcakes: Delicious Designs | DJ: DJ Funn
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ADVICE FROM THE COUPLE
Get a day-of coordinator (at least)—we
cannot stress this enough. We did not
plan for this; luckily, our gem-of-a-friend,
Chloe, stepped up and got us both
through the day. It’s the one thing we
look back on and say, “How did we not
think of that?”
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PHOTOGRAPHER
Azara Images
azaraimages.com
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#WEDDINGGOALS
We wanted our wedding to be a true representation of
us and find a way to elegantly showcase that. Everything,
from the décor to the music to the ceremony itself, was a
subtle nod to the things we love. I wanted to have a handfasting
ritual as part of the ceremony, as well as having a
sword to cut the cake. Randall wanted to smoke cigars
with his best man during the reception.
We accomplished it all!
BIGGEST CHALLENGE
MEAGHAN & RANDALL
PHOTOGRAPHY BY JB WEDDING PHOTO & VIDEOGRAPHY
When we had to stain, by hand, 100 wooden boxes
for our wedding favors. We decided to buy and decorate
the boxes ourselves, because we could not find anything
that fit exactly what we wanted. We are very appreciative
of our friends and family, who very kindly helped us
with this daunting task.
Venue, Caterer and Select Paperie: Jefferson Street Mansion by Wedgewood Weddings | Officiant:
Officially Yours | Bride’s Hair and Makeup Artist: Mei Zhou / Triple Twist Makeup and Hair
Design Bridesmaids’ Hair and Makeup Artist: Triple Twist Makeup and Hair Design | Bride’s and
Bridesmaids’ Attire: David’s Bridal | Groom’s and Groomsmen’s Attire: Men’s Wearhouse | Floral
Designer: A Loves in Bloom | Cake: Old Town Danville Bakery | DJ: iMobile DJs | Dance Lessons:
Arthur Murray Dance Studio Elk Grove
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PHOTOGRAPHER
JB Wedding Photo & Videography
jbweddingphoto.com
See ad on page 162
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#WEDDINGGOALS
We knew we really wanted to have a fun
party with our friends and family, so a lot of
our planning was focused on creating that type
of environment. We also knew we wanted the
venue to have a woodsy, magical feel with a
fall color palette. Our day exceeded any
expectations that we had while planning. It was
amazing to see everything we had been working
on for so long come together.
BROOKE & PAUL
PHOTOGRAPHY BY ASHTONIMAGERY PHOTOGRAPHY AND FILM
Additional Resources: Venue: Deer Park Villa | Wedding Planner and Event Designer: Joyeux Events | Bride’s and
Bridesmaids’ Hair and Makeup Artists: Beauty on Set | Bride’s Attire: J’aime Bridal | Bridesmaids’ Attire: BHLDN,
David’s Bridal, Baltic Born and Revelry | Groom’s Attire: Josh’s Tailoring & Design | Groomsmen’s Attire: Generation
Tux | Paperie and Signage: Minted and Ink + Co. | Floral Designer: Bella Nozze | Caterer and Desserts: Ray’s
Catering | Cake: Palette Cakes | DJ: Runaway DJ Lighting & Photobooth | Transportation: Strawberry Limousine |
Photo Booth: Social Snaps Photo Booth | Select Rentals: Heirloom Event Rentals
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BROOKE’S FAVORITE PART
Our private dinner in the reception
area while our guests enjoyed cocktail
hour. We weren’t sure about having
this in the schedule at first, but it was
so special to take a moment with each
other and soak in the fact that we just
got married.
PAUL’S FAVORITE PART
The whole day was great, but I’d say
having dinner with just the two of us and
then taking pictures together off-site
with the photographer.
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AND VIDEOGRAPHER
AshtonImagery Photography and Film
ashtonimagery.com
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SPECIAL CULTURAL TOUCHES
The night before the wedding, before we hosted
a welcome dinner/Mehndi fusion. We dressed in
traditional Pakistani outfits, served some really
delicious South Asian cuisine (courtesy of Indian
Oven in Grass Valley) and had a henna artist on site.
The evening was vibrant and colorful and a great
way for our families and friends to get introduced
and mingle with one another before the big day.
FREDES & YOUSEF
PHOTOGRAPHY BY DANIELLE ALYSSE PHOTOGRAPHY
Additional Resources: Venue: Harmony Ridge Lodge | Ceremony Musicians and Live Band: Ideateam |
Wedding Planner: Wild & Lovely Events | Bride’s Hair Artist: Alexa Straub / Bodyworks Salon | Bride’s
Makeup Artist: AR Artistry & Aesthetics | Bridesmaids’ Attire: Lulu’s and Birdy Grey | Groom’s and
Groomsmen’s Attire: Indochino | Floral Designer: Dinner Bell Farms | Caterer and Desserts: Antonio
Ayestaran Custom Catering | Rentals: SRC Party Rentals and Memorable Events Rentals | Floral Wall
Rental: Adore Wall Sacramento
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#CEREMONYGOALS
We opted to do the ceremony in the
forest area behind Harmony Ridge
Lodge. The air was clear, the lighting
was just right, and it felt like the trees
were hugging all of us. There was
something that felt truly special about
getting married under a canopy of
Tahoe National Forest trees.
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PHOTOGRAPHER
Danielle Alysse Photography
daniellealysse.com
See ad on page 199
BRIDE’S ATTIRE
Onyx Bridal
onyxbridal.com
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#WEDDINGGOALS
I knew I wanted the
reception to be outside,
and we both wanted to
get married in Lake Tahoe.
August is our favorite
summertime month in
Tahoe because the water is
the perfect temperature.
HEATHER & OWEN
PHOTOGRAPHY BY SHOOP’S PHOTOGRAPHY
Additional Resources: Venue: Valhalla Tahoe | Ceremony Musician: Dan Fuller | Day-of Coordinator:
The Perfect Pairing | Bride’s and Bridesmaids’ Hair and Makeup Artist: Lisa Pietrzak | Bride’s
Attire: a&bé bridal shop | Bridesmaids’ Attire: Reformation | Groom’s and Groomsmen’s Attire:
Men’s Wearhouse | Paperie: Minted | Floral Designer: Rose Petals Florist | Caterer: Roundabout
Catering | Cake: Flour Girl Wedding Cakes | DJ: McClain’s Mobile DJ
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The Davies Family Inn
at Shadowridge Ranch
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SPECIAL DETAIL
Having our wedding in Tahoe was a homage to my
grandparents. They built a cabin in South Shore in
the 1950s. My parents, cousins, siblings, and I have so
many core memories in Tahoe and in that cabin.
Located in the Historic Gold Country of the Sierra Foothills
3700 Fort Jim Rd., Placerville
Inn: 530-295-1000 Events: 530-919-4169
www.thedaviesfamilyinn.com
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shoopsphotography.com
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HOW WAS YOUR CEREMONY?
MCKENNA & BLAKE
PHOTOGRAPHY BY SUSIE MENDOZA PHOTOGRAPHY
Simple and sweet. We were
surrounded by all of our closest
friends and family and having
Blake’s grandpa officiate made
it even more special.
BIGGEST CHALLENGE
Planning it all within an eight-month
time frame. We had to move quickly
and secure vendors before
they were already booked.
Additional Resources: Venue: The Barn at Pheasant Trail Ranch | Videographer: IvanGabriel | Day-of
Coordinator: CES Weddings & Events | Bride’s Hair Artist: Courtney Piercy | Bride’s Makeup Artist: Diana
Cendejas | Bride’s Attire: David’s Bridal | Bridesmaids’ Attire: Azazie | Groom’s and Groomsmen’s Attire:
Men’s Wearhouse | Select Paperie: Minted | Floral Designer: Cambray Rose | Caterer: Special Times Catering
| Cake: Upper Crust Bakery & Café | Donuts: Donut Nook | DJ: The Wedding DJ
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BLAKE’S FAVORITE PART
The last dance was one of the best parts of the
day for me. Another was when we were
announced as husband and wife for the first time
after the ceremony, and then coming through
the barn doors to be greeted by all of our
friends and family members.
FAVORITE DETAIL
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Susie Mendoza Photography
susiemendozaphotography.com
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The personalized touches,
especially our specialty
drink sign featuring our
two dogs.
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RACHEL & JUAN FELIPE
PHOTOGRAPHY BY JAMES YOUNG PHOTOGRAPHY
#CEREMONYGOALS
The officiant has known me (the bride) since I was
a baby, so it was incredibly personal. It also featured
parts of the ceremony in Portuguese for the Brazilian
friends and family in attendance.
Additional Resources: Videographer: Jensen Films | Bride’s and Bridesmaids’ Hair Artist: Bryanna Lamb |
Bride’s Attire: Grace + White Bridal | Bridesmaids’ Attire: Reformation | Groom’s and Groomsmen’s Attire: Men’s
Wearhouse | Paperie: Minted | Calligrapher: Lettering by Liz | Floral Designer: Jackie’s Flowers | Caterer:
Jackson Catering | Cake: Something Sweet Bakery | Desserts: Brazilian Cultural Center | DJ, Photo Booth and
Lighting: Function 45 | Transportation: Universal Limousine and Transportation Co.
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HOW DID PLANNING GO?
Lots of little details were
overwhelming, but once we got our
key vendors in place it took a lot of
pressure off of us—then we could
focus on the fun aspects and really
make it our own.
MACA’S FAVORITE PART
The whole thing, but especially having my
mom there with us from Brazil.
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VENUE
Old Sugar Mill
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PHOTOGRAPHER
James Young Photography
jamesyoungphotography.com
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THELMA & THOMAS
PHOTOGRAPHY BY THE FRECKLED PHOTOGRAPHER
Our photographer, Wendy from
The Freckled Photographer, was
amazing! We felt relaxed around
her as she took pictures of us.
She gave suggestions and told us
how to stand, move and pose. She
was very creative and knew how
to capture the right light for the
perfect picture. She also listened
to us and what we wanted.
Additional Resources: Venue: Saureel Vineyards | Officiant: Michael Baggett, Bridges Singles
Ministry | Videographer: Luke Holbrook | Wedding Planner and Event Designer: A Dazzling Day
by Darcie | Bride’s and Bridesmaids’ Hair and Makeup Artist: Mili Simon | Bride’s Attire: Miosa
Bride | Groom’s and Groomsmen’s Attire: Men’s Wearhouse | Paperie: The Paper Garden | Caterer:
So Good Catering | Cake: Pretty Sweet | DJ and Lighting: Creative Memories Entertainment
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MEMORABLE MOMENTS
A few unique moments truly stood out. Iris, the flower girl,
is my granddaughter. She walked up the aisle pulling her
infant brother, Bodie, the ring bearer, in a cute, beautifully
decorated wooden wagon. Just as the ceremony was ending,
a magisterial bald eagle flew over the lake in the immediate
background, not 50 feet away! We felt God’s presence blessing
our marriage. Lastly, as I appeared in my horse-drawn carriage,
Thomas’s niece, six-year-old Audrey, excitedly exclaimed to her
mom, “Mom! Look! Look! A real princess!” It was charming.
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The Freckled Photographer
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SELECT BRIDESMAIDS’ ATTIRE
Sparkle Bridal Couture
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FLORAL DESIGNER
Visual Impact Design
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RENTALS
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HORSE AND CARRIAGE
Top Hand Ranch Carriage Company
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Our ceremony was romantic and sentimental. It was the first
time we had ever professed our love to each other in front of
200 people. It was so nerve-wracking to think that our most
inner thoughts and feelings about one another would be put
on blast in front of our family and friends. But once we were in
the moment, holding hands, looking at each other, everything
around us faded away, and it became such a personal moment.
Sharing vows is an unforgettable memory, so make it
everything you want it to be and don’t hold back!
SHELBY & PAIGE
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PAIGE’S FAVORITE PART
Seeing Shelby for the first time in her wedding dress. I was expecting
her to look beautiful, as always, but was completely shocked when I
saw her. I was mesmerized! I knew I was marrying the most beautiful
girl in the world, but I couldn’t help crying knowing that she was all
mine for the rest of our lives. I highly recommend taking photos of the
first look; I’m so thankful to have those pictures forever!
Additional Resources: Videographer: Last Light Pictures | Wedding Planner and Event Designer: Meant 2 Bee Events |
Brides’ and Attendants’ Hair Artist: Emma O’Bryan Hair | Brides’ and Attendants’ Makeup Artist: Jasmine & Co. Hair &
Makeup | Shelby’s Attire: a&bé bridal shop | Shelby’s Attendants Attire: Revelry | Paige’s and Attendant’s Attire: Express
| Selected Paperie: Minted | Cake: Ettore’s Bakery & Café | DJ, Photo Booth and Lighting: Party Image Entertainment |
Select Rentals: Memorable Events and Taylor Made Events
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SHELBY’S FAVORITE PART
Our first dance was the single most memorable moment in
my life. I remember wanting to stay in the moment forever!
During our dance, it finally sunk in that I married my best
friend and soul mate. It was our chance to take it all in and
appreciate our love. That dance was so special for us, and it is
something I look back on constantly!
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Timber Creek Ballroom
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Captured by Kay
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The Bouquet Man
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SPECIAL CULTURAL FEATURES
JAZMYNE & DANIEL
PHOTOGRAPHY BY KATHERINE ELYSE MEDIA
My husband wanted to impart
some of his Jewish culture into our
wedding, so he smashed a glass
at our ceremony. And I wanted
to embed my spiritual practice in
it, so we did a handfasting ritual.
It was really special because we
were both able to bring a little bit
of ourselves to the ceremony
for all to see.
Additional Resources: Venue and Caterer: Grace Vineyards | Bride’s Hair Artist: Denise White |
Bride’s Makeup Artist: Kyle Doan | Bride’s Attire: Janene’s Bridal | Bridesmaids’ Attire: Lulus
| Select Paperie: Peach Wolfe | Floral Designer: The Wild Thistle | DJ: Beat Fleet DJ | Photo
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Being able to see family
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to and friends I hadn’t seen in
a very long time all be in one
place, dancing and laughing
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JESSICA & SAM
PHOTOGRAPHY BY H & COMPANY
We knew we wanted to incorporate some British touches. We found
the British phone booth from Blueprint Studios—they created it for a
Harry Potter movie premiere but hadn’t used it since. Shortly after, we
discovered the voicemail guest book that uses a phone as a prop. We
put it in the phone booth, which was the perfect way to incorporate the
phone booth into the wedding without it looking too tacky or gimmicky.
We also had Pimm’s as our specialty drink, which is a popular cocktail at
British weddings. And, our tables were named after London tube stations.
Additional Resources: Ceremony Musicians: Montage | Bride’s Hair and Makeup Artist: M.U.A.H. Makeup and Hair |
Bride’s Attire: Trudy’s Brides | Bride’s Party Attire: BHLDN | Bridesmaids’ Attire Azazie | Groom’s Attire: Redmayne
1860 | Select Paperie: Minted | Floral Designer: La Bella Fiori | Cake and Cookies: Icing on the Cake | Live Band:
The Groove Doctors | Transportation: Corinthian | Select Rentals: Blueprint Studios and Chic Event Rentals | Voice
Guest Book: FeteFone
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HOW DID COVID AFFECT YOUR WEDDING PLANNING?
Planning was...long. We stopped and started so many times due
to COVID. The worst moment was early in 2020 when we had to
make the call to cancel it the first time. The best moment was in
early 2022 when we started to feel confident that the wedding
actually (and finally!) was going to happen.
FAVORITE DETAIL
We wrote short, personal notes on the back of
each person’s name card. It was fun to watch
people discover the notes on their own.
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The Hollins House
thehollinshouse.com
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H & Company
hcophoto.com
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ANALISE & MICHAEL
PHOTOGRAPHY BY COURTNEY ANNE PHOTOGRAPHY
I wanted the day to be as lowstress
and laid-back as possible;
I wanted our closest friends to
spend the day getting ready with
us, but I didn’t want them to have
to worry about matching outfits
or getting there at certain times
or taking pictures, so we decided
not to have a bridal party. I also
desperately wanted the light
teepee! It was quite the endeavor,
but my dad luckily knew
someone who was able to place a
telephone pole in our back yard,
and he and Mike engineered a
system to get the lights to the
top and string them from wire
connected to poles surrounding
the telephone pole.
Additional Resources: Venue: Private Estate | Videographer: Mellow Entertainment | Bride’s Hair Artist: Brittney
Dunne | Bride’s Makeup Artist: Vanessa Luna Makeup | Bride’s Attire: a&bé bridal shop | Bridesmaid’s Attire:
Anthropologie | Groom’s and Best Man’s Attire: R. Douglas Custom Clothier | Select Paperie: SatStudio and
Minted | Floral Designer: Flowers by Anda | Caterer: Bella Familia Wood Fired Pizza | Cake and Desserts:
CRUMB Bakery | DJ and Photo Booth: Sutherland Entertainment | Rentals: Dream Events Sac
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BIGGEST CHALLENGE
Since we were planning to do everything ourselves, the
biggest challenge was trying to think of everything we would
need for our big day. We weren’t at a venue that would have the
details lined up for us, so we had to think of every
possible scenario that could possibly pop up.
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Courtney Anne Photography
courtneyannephotography.com
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LEVI & JOEY
PHOTOGRAPHY BY ERICA BALDWIN PHOTOGRAPHY
JOEY’S FAVORITE PART
The speeches and looking around the room
seeing all of our friends and family from all
different parts of life all brought together to
celebrate us.
Additional Resources: Videographer: InFocus Love Studio | Select Paperie: Zazzle |
Cake: Something Sweet Bakery
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have a fun event we
would remember
with our friends
and family. We
did everything we
wanted to do and
nothing that we felt
obligated to do.
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a princess...
LEVI’S FAVORITE PART
The time we had on the dance floor
with all of our friends.
and look like one too!
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VENUE AND CATERER
Hyatt Regency Sacramento
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DAY-OF COORDINATOR
Amie Love,
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@amielovesweddings
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PHOTOGRAPHER
Erica Baldwin Photography
ericabaldwinphotography.com
See ad on page 66
FLORAL DESIGNER
Flowers by Jordan Marie
flowersbyjordanmarie.com
See ad on page 203
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musicandmoredj.com
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HOW DID PLANNING GO?
It was great! It was extremely helpful to have a wedding
planner. Lindsey from Blue Sky Events was amazing and a
true professional, but her expertise really came through on
the wedding day. She was so familiar with the venue, to the
point where she knew when the wind would come in off
the lake, and predicted the moment my veil would fly off!
She kept me calm and organized throughout the process.
JESSICA & JOHN
PHOTOGRAPHY BY LAUREN LINDLEY PHOTOGRAPHY
Additional Resources: Venue and Caterer: Edgewood Tahoe Resort | Wedding Planner and Event Designer: Blue Sky
Events | Bride’s Hair Artist: Mariah / The Makeup Bar | Bride’s Makeup Artist: Alexis / The Makeup Bar | Bride’s
Attire: The White Gown | Groom’s Attire: The Black Tux | Paperie: Minted | Floral Design: Art in Bloom | Cake:
Lake Tahoe Cakes | DJ and Lighting: Milton Merlos Productions | Linen Rentals: BBJ La Tavola
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WHAT WOULD YOU HAVE DONE DIFFERENTLY?
Invested in a videographer! Specifically because the day goes by
so fast; it’s emotional, and it’s difficult to remember the incredible
ceremony and speeches. The day was perfect—
I would love to relive it over and over.
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PHOTOGRAPHER
Lauren Lindley Photography
laurenlindley.com
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We knew we wanted a venue that was a blank canvas, so we could
add our personalities to it—something that felt industrial and
modern but classically elegant. The Willow Ballroom & Event Center
was the perfect fit! Our vision was an art gallery to help visually tell
our “Bay Area love story.” After hashing out some details, it became
the overall theme that our special day was built around.
JUSTINE & JOSEPH
PHOTOGRAPHY BY ANDREW & MELANIE PHOTOGRAPHY
JOSEPH’S FAVORITE PART
The beginning of the ceremony: watching
all of the important people in our lives walk
down the aisle and anticipating my future
wife coming down the aisle! It really felt like
a dream. The day came and went so quickly,
but for that time, it felt like time had stopped.
Additional Resources: Officiant: Kevin Cooke, Marriage & Family Pastor | Elder | Ceremony Musician:
Justin Ward Music | Videographer: Gino Mascadro | Wedding Coordinator: Erica Estrada Design | Bride’s
Hair Artist: Stacy / The Blowout | Bride’s Makeup Artist: Nancy / The Blowout | Select Bridesmaids’
Hair and Makeup Artists: The Blowout | Select Bridesmaids’ Makeup Artist: Khatera Safdari | Bride’s
Attire: Bride To Be Couture | Bridesmaids’ Attire: Jenny You and Dessy | Groom’s Attire: The Suit Shop
| Groomsmen’s Attire: The Black Tux | Floral Designer: Mahina and Soul | Bar Service: The Dapper
Bartenders | DJ and Photo Booth: Premier 6 Events | Signage: Shimmer & Stain
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SPECIAL CULTURAL FEATURES
During part of the reception, I wore a red lace
Vietnamese dress called ao dai, which is a tight-fitting
long silk dress with long sleeves that is worn over
long pants—I’m half Vietnamese and half Chinese and
wanted to celebrate my heritage.
HOW DID PLANNING GO?
It was a fun process—a great creative outlet for the
both of us to connect and collaborate. Some of our
favorite times were seeing some of our ambitious ideas
come to life, including our escort wall, which ended up
being our art gallery with bookshelves. We mixed in a
few art portraits of ourselves in different styles, along
with leather-bound books that had each guest’s name
and table number on them with a title on top that read
“You’re All Part of Our Story,” which tied in with
our theme perfectly.
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VENUE
The Willow Ballroom & Event Center
thewillowballroom.com
See ad on page 67
PHOTOGRAPHER
Andrew & Melanie Photography
andrewandmelanie.com
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CATERER
Randy Peters Catering
randypeterscatering.com
See ad on page 200
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Celebrations! Party Rentals and Tents
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MORGAN & GALEN
PHOTOGRAPHY BY HAYLEY CULP PHOTOGRAPHY
FUNNY MOMENTS
Our dogs, Cash and Lucy, were in our wedding party and the ceremony.
We had assumed that Cash, our black lab, would be energetic and whining during
the ceremony with all of the guests around, but he ended up lying down and sleeping
the whole time; while our cattle dog, Lucy, let out a whine while we were exchanging our
rings, which made everyone giggle. We also had our wedding party play “flip cup” as a
part of our entrance into the reception, which was a funny spectacle to watch— for us
and the guests. Another great memory was doing a “fake” first look, where the
best man surprised Galen in my mom’s old wedding dress from
the ‘80s—everyone had a great laugh.
Additional Resources: Venue: Red Barn Ranch | Bride’s Hair Artist: Kayla Catalano / I’d Brush That
| Bride’s and Bridesmaids’ Makeup Artist: Taylor Radakovitz / Rad Beauty Collective | Bride’s Attire:
Grace Loves Lace | Bridesmaids’ Attire: Revolve, Lulus and Azazie | Groom’s and Groomsmen’s
Attire: Boot Barn | Paperie: Minted and The Knot | Floral Designer: Full Bloom Flower Farm |
Caterer: Estrella’s Taquiza and Catering | DJ: Bryson Bowles | Transportation: Sonoma Sterling
Limousine | Rentals: Heirloom Events
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MEMORABLE MOMENT
Growing up line dancing and swing dancing, it was
so fun being able to bring that to the dance floor at
our wedding and to have all of our guests jump in
and try to learn and teach one another. We spent the
whole reception out on the dance floor until almost
midnight—it was a blast. We spent months practicing
our first dance in our kitchen, so it was really fun
finally being able to show everyone our dance moves
to one of our favorite songs!
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PHOTOGRAPHER
Hayley Culp Photography
hayleyculpphotography.com
See ad on page 67
CUPCAKES AND DESSERTS
Icing on the Cupcake
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MEMORABLE MOMENTS
OLIVIA & DANIEL
PHOTOGRAPHY BY EMMA PAUL PHOTOGRAPHY
The toasts from our siblings and parents
were both hilarious and thoughtful.
There was not a dry eye in the room—
whether it was from laughter or the
heartfelt words from our loved ones.
Naturally, we were on the dance floor all
night, but when the band started playing
“Dancing Queen” by ABBA we had a
moment in the middle of the dance floor
that felt like it was from a movie.
Additional Resources: Ceremony Site: St. Thomas Aquinas Cathedral | Wedding Planner and Event Designer:
Jálie | Reception Site: The Elm Estate | Bride’s and Bridesmaids’ Hair and Makeup Artists: Edin Carpenter
Makeup Artistry | Bride’s Attire: Alice in Ivory | Bridesmaids’ Attire: Birdy Grey | Groom’s Attire: In Italia
Men’s Wear | Groomsmen’s Attire: The Black Tux | Select Paperie: Minted | Select Paperie and Calligrapher:
Katie O’Brien Co. | Floral Designer: Twine Floral Co. | Caterer: Blend | Cake: Rebel Pioneer | Live Band: Ben
Mallare Band | Transportation: Reno Tahoe Limousine | Linen Rentals: Creative Coverings.
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DAN’S FAVORITE PARTS
The amazingly thoughtful wedding gift I woke up to from my wife; our
first look; the moment I kissed my wife on the altar; and, of course,
dancing so hard that I was sore the next day all stand out to me.
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Emma Paul Photography
emmawynnpaul.com
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HOW DID PLANNING GO?
Our favorite part was looking for a venue and sampling the different
cakes. The overall planning went smoothly. The hardest part was fine
tuning the songs and finalizing the seating arrangements.
LISA’S FAVORITE PART
I have three actually! My favorite part of the morning was spending
time creating memories and getting ready with our daughters, my
mother, bridesmaids, and maid of honor. My favorite part of the
afternoon was marrying my favorite man and becoming his wife!
And my favorite part of the evening was greeting all our family
and friends and dancing the night away.
LISA & MICHAEL
PHOTOGRAPHY BY TEMPLE PHOTOGRAPHY
Additional Resources: Bride’s Hair Artist: Julia Vorobets | Bride’s and Bridesmaids’ Makeup Artist: Julia Vorobets and
MissMarissArtistry | Bridesmaids’ Hair Artists: Julia Vorobets and Druscilla Wibben | Bride’s Attire: Blossoms Bridal |
Bridesmaids’ Attire: Gesinee’s Bridal | Groom’s and Groomsmen’s Attire: Men’s Wearhouse | Select Paperie: XOXOKristen
and Elegant Wedding Invites | Floral Designer: Bella Bloom Flowers | Caterer: The Ring of Fire | Bar Service: A
Perfect Pour | Cake: Above & Beyond Cakes (now in Tennessee) | DJ and Photo Booth: Sounds Unique Mobile DJ Services
146 | REAL WEDDINGS // /realweddings /realweddingssac /realweddingsmag /realweddingsmag /realweddingsmagTV

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VENUE
Wolfe Heights Estates
wolfeheights.com
See ad on page 201
PHOTOGRAPHER
Temple Photography & Photo Booth
ritatempleweddingphotography.com
See ad on page 202
WEDDING PLANNER
AND EVENT DESIGNER
The 530 Bride
the530bride.com
See ad on page 51
RENTALS
Celebrations! Party Rentals & Tents
celebrationspartyrentals.com
See ad on page 27
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ASHLEY & BENJAMIN
PHOTOGRAPHY BY KYLEE HICKS PHOTOGRAPHY
#CEREMONYGOALS
The ceremony was lakeside and quick so that we
could get on with the fun parts! My dad drove me
into the wedding in my grandfather’s old orange
Chevy for my entrance as my “something old.” My
grandpa is no longer with us so it was a special
way to incorporate him into the big day. My
“something borrowed” was my opa’s (grandfather
in German) wedding band. He passed away the
year prior and his ring was tied to my bouquet. My
“something blue” was a blue gem necklace that
Ben’s dad gave his mom after he was born; it also
was tied to my bouquet. My mom read “The Art of
Marriage” by Wilfred A. Peterson as a special part
of the ceremony. The guests also participated in a
community vow—vowing to help support us as a
couple through the highs and lows of life.
Additional Resources: Venue: The Lake at Apple Hill | Videographer: Reverie Films | Month-of Coordinator:
Courtney Lawhon Events | Bride’s and Bridesmaids’ Hair Artist: Bridal Hair by Kelsey | Bridesmaids’
Makeup Artist: Pey Does Makeup | Bride’s Attire: Bride to Be Couture | Bridesmaids’ Attire: Show Me
Your Mumu | Paperie: Minted | Floral Designer: Fig & Vine | Caterer: Sacramento Catering Collective |
Mobile Bar: The Old Pour Soul | Cake: Cake Lady Lindz | Cookies: Crumbl Cookies | DJ: Contemporary
DJs | Favors: Flashing Blinky Lights | Rentals: Mimosa Event Rentals and Memorable Event Rentals
148 | REAL WEDDINGS // /realweddings /realweddingssac /realweddingsmag /realweddingsmag /realweddingsmagTV

ASHLEY’S FAVORITE PART
Doing a first look with my grandmothers. They
were there at the house to get ready with the girls
for the day. Once my hair and makeup were done,
my mom and sister (my maid of honor) helped
me get into my dress. Both grandmothers walked
in with their eyes covered and got a first look at
me—I’ll cherish the photos and video forever!
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Kylee Hicks Photography
kyleehicksphotography.com
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BIGGEST CHALLENGE
Navigating different priorities for the
day and how to spend our money
and time; also, having too many ideas
to fit into one wedding! Cecily made
about five different wedding mood
boards before we settled on a theme/
vibe for the day.
CECILY & MONAE
PHOTOGRAPHY BY BLOOM PHOTOGRAPHY
Additional Resources: Venue: The BLOC Venue | Videographer: Vu Dao | Monae’s Hair Artist: Mahogany and Rose
| Cecily’s Attire: Miosa Bride | Monae’s Attire: ASOS | Attendants’ Attire: Azazie and Express | Paperie and Select
Signage: Minted, Sincerely by Nicole, Someday Paper Co., Postable and ZCreateDesign | Food Truck: Chando’s Tacos
| Mobile Bar: Salud! Mobile Bar | Day-of Staffing: Unlimited Helping Hands | Cake and Cupcakes: Let Them Eat
Cake | DJ and Lighting: JustINtertainment | Select Décor Signage: Shimmer & Stain | Tarot Reader: The Witching
Hour Collective
150 | REAL WEDDINGS // /realweddings /realweddingssac /realweddingsmag /realweddingsmag /realweddingsmagTV

ADVICE FROM THE COUPLE
Hire a wedding coordinator...even if it’s
just for the day-of or a couple months
before. Also, make time for each other
to reconnect and remember why
you are doing this. Sara, our wedding
coordinator, encouraged us to have
monthly dates to talk about nonwedding
things and when we did this,
it made a huge difference.
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PHOTOGRAPHER
Bloom Photography
bloomphotographyca.com
See ad on page 200
WEDDING PLANNER
AND EVENT DESIGNER
Rainbow Weddings & Events
rainbowweddingsbysara.com
See ad on page 200
CECILY’S AND ATTENDANTS’
HAIR AND MAKEUP ARTIST
All Dolled Up Beauty + Bridal
alldolleduphairandmakeup.com
See ad on page 105
FLORAL DESIGNER
Strelitzia Flower Company
weddingsbystrelitzia.com
See ad on page 147
SELECT RENTALS
Celebrations! Party Rentals and Tents
celebrationspartyrentals.com
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BIGGEST CHALLENGE
When having a large bridal party, communication is
key and can be challenging at times on both ends.
Fortunately, we had a really solid group of people.
REGINA & ROBERT
PHOTOGRAPHY BY POM PHOTOGRAPHY
MEMORABLE MOMENT
When we announced our pregnancy
to everyone during the garter toss
(we now have a beautiful baby boy)!
Additional Resources: Venue: McCauley Estate Vineyards | Event Designer, Floral Designer and Select Rentals:
Hamid Décor | Bride’s Hair Artist: Ayanna Aguayo | Bride’s and Bridesmaid’s Makeup Artist: Faced By Janea |
Bride’s Brow and Lash Artists: Beauty By Tredayy and Motif.Gyal | Bride’s Attire: Janene’s Bridal | Bridesmaids’
Attire: Pantora Bridal | Groom’s and Groomsmen’s Attire: Men’s Wearhouse | Select Paperie: Zazzle | Caterer:
Modern Fine Catering | Cake and Desserts: Tony’s Cakes | DJ: DJ Quam | Photo Booth: Magic Tymes Photo Booth
| Dance Floor: Naz Wrap | Fog Machine and Sparklers: Paul Stylez
152 | REAL WEDDINGS // /realweddings /realweddingssac /realweddingsmag /realweddingsmag /realweddingsmagTV

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other than that, I had an open mind about a lot,
especially given that we planned everything so quickly.
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PHOTOGRAPHER
AND VIDEOGRAPHER
Pom Photography
pomphoto.net
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HOW WAS YOUR CEREMONY?
Short, sweet, and personable. We had our good friend,
Marc “Mo” Van De Wall, as our officiant and he really personalized it all
so well. We aren’t a super religious couple, and we wanted to encompass
more of a nature-inspired ceremony. Mo did such a fantastic job
doing that. It’s something we will never forget!
MADISON & ADAM
PHOTOGRAPHY BY THE DELAURAS
Additional Resources: Venue: Paion Estate | Officiant: Marc Van De Wall | Wedding Planner and Event Designer: Elegant
Events | Bride’s Hair Artist: Julio Martinez | Bride’s Attire: Galia Lahav | Select Bridesmaids’ Attire: Anthropologie |
Groom’s Attire: The Grotto Menswear | Groomsmen’s Attire: The Black Tux | Select Paperie and Signage: Your Design
Bro and Minted | Floral Designer: Barefoot Floral | Catering: A Taste of Elegance | Bar Service: Pour Girl Bartending
| Cake: Edith Meyer Cakes | DJ: DNA Entertainment | Transportation: American International Transportation Service
| Rentals: Chic Event Rentals and Elan Events
154 | REAL WEDDINGS // /realweddings /realweddingssac /realweddingsmag /realweddingsmag /realweddingsmagTV

ADVICE FROM THE COUPLE
Roll with the punches, and be nice to
your vendors! It’s your wedding so try
to enjoy the process. Nobody really
cares what color your napkins are or
if you have expensive favors; they will
remember if they had fun though!
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PHOTOGRAPHER
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The DeLauras
thedelauras.com
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GAYLIENE’S FAVORITE PART
When the wedding party was introduced, the flower girl
and our dog, Shasta, came into the ballroom to
“Who Let the Dogs Out!” The place was roaring!
GAYLIENE & MARK
PHOTOGRAPHY BY FITS & STOPS PHOTOGRAPHY
Additional Resources: Venue and Caterer: Northridge Country Club | Videographer: InFocus Love
Studio | Bride’s Hair & Makeup Artist: Lea Buehler BGorgeous | Bride’s Attire: Grace + White
Bridal | Bridesmaids’ Attire: David’s Bridal | Groom and Groomsmen’s Attire: Men’s Wearhouse |
Paperie: Minted | Floral Designer: Angel’s Wings Floral Design | Desserts: Sugar Coated Cupcakes
| DJ and Lighting: MVMNT | Live Artist: Heather Renee
156 | REAL WEDDINGS // /realweddings /realweddingssac /realweddingsmag /realweddingsmag /realweddingsmagTV

FAVORITE DETAIL
We put wine on each table from our collection
with a poem I wrote hung on each bottle; and
our favor was a small wine glass.
We told our guests that one of our favorite
things to do is go wine tasting, so we wanted to
share some of our favorites with them,
hoping they would find something they
love as much as we do.
MEMORABLE MOMENT
Our first dance! We practiced so hard for
it— every week for eight months!
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PHOTOGRAPHER
Fits & Stops Photography
fitsandstopsphotography.com
See ad on page 12
WEDDING PLANNER
AND EVENT DESIGNER
The 530 Bride
the530bride.com
See ad on page 51
CAKE DESIGNER
Baker & A Black Cat
bakerandablackcat.com
See ad on page 185
DANCE LESSONS
Arthur Murray Dance Center Folsom
arthurmurrayfolsom.com
See ad on page 115
RENTALS
Celebrations! Party Rentals and Tents
celebrationspartyrentals.com
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CARE’S FAVORITE PART
Everything was magical, but I think my favorite
part was the end of the night—when everything
was winding down. Everyone’s shoes were off after
dancing, and Cass and I were just walking through
the olive grove under the stars to wind down,
basking in the afterglow of an incredible day.
CASSIDY & CAROLYN
PHOTOGRAPHY BY LIZ KOSTON PHOTOGRAPHY
Additional Resources: Venue and Caterer: Full Belly Farm | Brides’ Hair and Makeup Artist: Alisse Galde
/ Contour Bridal | Bridesmaids’ Hair and Makeup Artists: Alisse Galde and Melissa Canas / Contour Bridal
| Brides’ Attire: Christina Sfez | Bridesmaids’ Attire: Jenny You and Sezane | Paperie: Figgy Press | Floral
Designer: Farmer Hands / Full Belly Farm | Bar Service: Libations Unlimited | Pies: Tartine Bakery | DJ:
Lovesick Deejays | Select Rentals: Firehouse Entertainment & Event Rentals (now closed)
158 | REAL WEDDINGS // /realweddings /realweddingssac /realweddingsmag /realweddingsmag /realweddingsmagTV

HOW DID PLANNING GO?
Honestly, the planning went great. We worked with amazing and
easy vendors. We were able to divide the planning work to play to
our strengths and were both very involved.
#VENDORRAVES
Full Belly Farm was incredible!
They did the food, the flowers, and everything in
between; working with them was a delight.
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PHOTOGRAPHER
Liz Koston Photography
lizkoston.com
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ELIZABETH & RALPH
PHOTOGRAPHY BY AWESOMENESS.US
UNEXPECTED MOMENT
Right when the ceremony started, a neighbor (who had been
told about the wedding) started using a loud leaf blower.
I was standing at the front and saw Ralph’s sister throw a look at her
husband, who stood up and took off running toward the sound. He
had to sprint up a steep hill, champagne glass in hand, and
got the neighbor to stop leaf blowing. Ralph was so in the
zone that he apparently never even heard it!
Additional Resources: Venue: Private Estate | Ceremony Musician: Justin Diaz | Videographer: Sean Kenney Films
| Wedding Planner and Event Designer: Dandelion Events | Bride’s Hair Artist: Willow and Gold | Bride’s Makeup
Artist: Julie Dy | Bride’s Attire: Bergdorf Goodman Bridal Salon | Groom’s Attire: Suit Supply | Paperie: The Aerialist
Press | Floral Designer: Violets of the Valley | Caterer: Jessica Lasky Catering | Cake: Sweet Cakes Sonoma | DJ: DJ
Cams | Transportation: Pure Luxury Transportation | Rentals: Encore Event Rentals | Linen Rentals: BBJ La Tavola
| Restroom Rentals: Posh Privy | Lighting: Twilight Design
160 | REAL WEDDINGS // /realweddings /realweddingssac /realweddingsmag /realweddingsmag /realweddingsmagTV

#VENDORRAVES
Our wedding planner, Leslie from Dandelion Events, was just
spectacular—she pulled off a dream wedding at a private
residence in six months. She was calm, had amazing attention to
detail, fantastic relationships with the best vendors, and allowed
us to truly be guests at our own wedding. It was a joy to work
with her, and I could not recommend her highly enough.
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PHOTOGRAPHER
KABOO Photography | kaboophotography.com
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CAKE DESIGNER // Let Them Eat Cake
HAIR AND MAKEUP ARTIST // Jasmine & Co. Hair & Makeup
GOWNS AND ACCESSORIES
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style files: the white list directory
attire, accessories & alterations
gowns, tuxedos, jewelry, accessories and alterations
a&bé bridal shop w real | 916-446-8807
Alma’s Bridal Boutique w real 916-434-8084
Always Elegant Bridal & Tuxedo w real
530-755-4282 | 530-487-7110
alwayselegantbridal.net
See ad on page 25
Amira’s Fashion Couture | 209-451-3294
And Something Blue | 415-409-0217
Bella Bridesmaids | 916-706-3927
Bianca’s Bridal Couture | 209-575-5902
Blue Sky Bridal w real
415-655-3557 | blueskybridal.com
See ad on page 83
The Bridal Box w real
916-742-4638 | bbxbrides.com
See ad on page 147
The Bridal Vault | 209-559-9039
Bride To Be Couture w real | 916-972-8223
Brides for a Cause w real
916-594-9680 | bridesforacause.com
See ad on page 23
Charlotte Chiu Couture | 707-492-5645
The Clothes Mine w real
209-267-0417 | theclothesmine.com
See ad on page 99
Cocco’s Couture | 530-669-3683
De La Rosa’s Bridal & Tuxedo w real
916-983-3400 | delarosasbridal.com
See ad on page 115
Elizabeth of Lodi | 209-369-9046
Enchanted Boutique | 775-399-9884
Esmeralda Bridal w real | 916-649-2056
Grace + White Bridal | 916-210-9386
Haute House Couture | 916- 470-2369
Here Comes the Bride | 530-246-9937
Indochino w real | 916-755-3680
Luxurious Bridal w real
209-400-1915 | luxuriousbridal.com
See ad on page 137
Macy’s w real | 916-771-3333 | 916-444-3333
916-962-3333 | 916-925-2845
Miosa Bride w real | 916-443-1301
Onyx Bridal w real
onyxbridal.com
See ad on page 5
Perfect Dress Party w real
916-572-3018 | perfectdressparty.com
See ads on pages 86 and 199
Pure Bride | 916-662-3517
Sheryl Giles Bridal Couture | 209-224-5793
Sierra Bridal & Balloons | 209-532-2000
Sparkle Bridal Couture w real
916-538-6615 | sparklebridalcouture.com
See ad on page 53
Studio Inspire Bridal | 775-298-1881
Style Avenue Studios w real
916-812-1114
Swoon Bridal | 775-826-0505
Tuxedo Den w real
916-758-8167 | 530-671-0115
tuxedoden.com
See ad on page 33
cakes, candies & desserts
all the sweet stuff!
Aurita’s Cake Artistry | 916-662-5607
Baker & A Black Cat w real
530-748-5366 | bakerandablackcat.com
See ad on page 185
Bibi Pastry & Cake | 916-568-9930
California Flour | 530-497-0772
Capital Confections | 916-973-0249
Claire’s Cakez | 650-862-0779
Crazy Good Bakery And Cafe
530-600-1771
Crysi’s Cake Scene | 775-790-4088
Custom Cakes by Tara w real
916-342-1930 | customcakesbytara.com
See ad on page 201
Davis Creamery | 530-564-4315
Delicious Designs | 775-409-3397
Edible Memories w real
530-415-7330 | ediblememoriesbakery.com
See ad on page 187
Ela’s Sweet Treats | 916-385-4880
Ettore’s Bakery & Café w real
916-482-0708
Flour Girl Wedding Cakes | 530-573-1138
Frank Vilt’s Cakes w real | 530-409-7046
Freeport Bakery w real | 916-442-4256
Icing on the Cupcake w real
916-303-4333
icingonthecupcake.com/weddings
See ad on page 185
JoJo’s Bakery | 530-558-9062
Lake Tahoe Cakes | 530-318-2444
Let Them Eat Cake | 530-750-2253
Michaella Bakes | 707-592-0270
Nelah Bakes | 415-312-5497
Northstar Home Baking | 408-656-0830
Palette Cakes | 916-660-3747
Paris Custom Cakes | 775-544-4114
Pastry Heaven w real | 916-965-5408
Rooftop Macarons w real
916-896-0252
@rooftopmacarons
See ad on page 187
Secret Grove Bakery | 916-514-2271
Sierra Bakehouse | 530-562-9494
Sips & Floss w real
916-834-7754 | sipsandfloss.com
See ad on page 200
Snooks Candies & Chocolate Factory
916-985-0620
Something Sweet Bakery w real
209-745-9000
Spilled Milk Company w real
916-805-3150
spilledmilkcompany.com
See ad on page 23
Sugar Coated Cupcakes | 916-378-9200
Sugar Dreams by Odeza w real
917-703-5080
sugardreamsbyodeza.com
See ad on page 186
Sugar Sweetery | 775-544-5254
Sweet P’s Bakery | 916-295-6468
Sweet Tooth Ice Cream Cart w real
916-572-2521
sweettoothicecreamcart.com
See ad on page 199
Upper Crust Bakery & Eatery
530-895-3866
cosmetic serv. & procedures
dentists, cosmetic surgeons and med-spas
The Almonte Center | 916-771-2062
Destination Aesthetics | 916-844-4913
Entourage MD Skin & Wellness
916-534-7267
Lyons Orthodontics w real
916-933-8820 | 916-965-3336
lyonsorthodontics.com
See ad on page 97
Native Anatomy real
w
See ad on page 121
| nativeanatomy.com
Nuance Cosmetic Surgery | 916-984-4242
dance instruction
Arthur Murray Dance Centers w real
916-895-5600 | 916-655-7733
arthurmurrayfolsom.com
arthurmurrayrocklin.com
See ad on page 115
The Ballroom of Sacramento
916-456-2616
Spotlight Ballroom | 916-649-3269
destination weddings
Carson Valley w real
800-727-7677 | visitcarsonvalley.org
See ad on page 21
A & A Event Production w real
707-977-5737
sacramentoeventplanner.com
See ad on page 162
djs
Addictive Music & Sound - DJ Rockalot
916-804-6950
Beat Fleet DJs | 916-866-9698
Behind the Scene Sounds w real
916-912-2876
Contemporary DJs,
Photo Booths & Lighting
916-612-5781
DeBorba Events | 888-541-5530
EPIK Weddings & Events | 775-250-3745
Extreme Productions Entertainment w real
916-773-4329 | extremeprodjs.com
See ad on page 205
For the Love Entertainment
530-748-5292
Function 45 Entertainment
916-224-4386
Hip Entertainment and Events w real
916-354-9924
JD Productions DJs • MCs • Lighting w real
916-786-6935 | jdprodj.com
See ad on page 202
Latin Motion DJ/Emcee & Lighting Services
916-928-8240
Moon Mama Event Co. w real
916-359-9777
moonmamaevent.co
See ad on page 204
MR DJ Event Services | 916-716-2474
Music & More Entertainment w real
916-601-4107 | musicandmoredj.com
See ad on page 105
Music Express DJ Company | 530-401-3536
Music on the Move DJs & MCs w real
916-708-8035
SJ’s Disc Jockey | 916-300-3300
Someone Said Yes DJ & Photo Booth
530-802-5148
Sounds + Entertainment
209-206-3003
Stereo Fusion Entertainment
916-204-6201
floral designers
Accents by Sage Floral Design w real
916-799-6242 | accentsbysage.com
See ad on page 205
Amour Florist & Bridal w real
916-392-8168 | amourmoments.com
See ad on page 179
Angie Zimmerman Floral Designs w real
916-941-1171
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aAnna Radu Flowers | 916-542-2109
An Occasion Events w real
209-288-4894 | anoccasionevents.com
See ad on page 199
Art in Bloom | 775-720-7204
B & B Designs | 775-843-5898
Bears Garden Florist | 209-588-2727
Bees to Bloom | 530-988-9099
Bella Bloom w real | 916-498-8588
Bella Nozze | 831-206-5219
Blissful Rose Events + Floral
916-203-3327
Bloem Decor w real
916-447-2001 | bloemdecor.com
See ad on page 181
Bloom & Vine w real
530-312-9139 | bloomandvine.net
See ad on page 198
The Bloom Lab w real
916-996-5572 | thebloomlab.com
See ad on page 182
The Bloom Room w real | 916-546-5660
Blooms by Alli | 209-625-5373
The Bouquet Man w real
916-607-9390
thebouquetman.com
See ad on page 204
Carson Valley Florist w real
775-266-9285
@carsonvalleyflorist
See ad on page 21
CL Décor | 916-230-8625
Embellish Floral Design w real
209-481-4336
Fig & Vine | 916-532-2388
The Floral Apothecary
775-546-3943
Floral Loft | 916-942-9495
Flower Fix w real
flowerfix.com
See ad on page 182
The Flower Garage | 925-968-8117
Flowers by Jordan Marie w real
916-257-0835
flowersbyjordanmarie.com
See ad on page 203
Flowers in Design w real
916-896-1472 | flowersindesign.com
See ad on page 183
Full Bloom Flower Farm
707-591-6968
Garden of Weedon Designs w real
916-402-9356 | gardenofweedon.com
See ad on page 202
Hillside Blooms Floristry w real
hillsidebloomsfloristry.com
See ad on page 202
Jackie’s Flowers | 916-685-9233
Kathy’s Wedding Flowers
209-304-5653
Kelley Flower Farm | 209-968-3756
LeLe Floral | 916-735-9889
The Magnolia Mums | 530-354-5510
Mahina + Soul Floral Design
916-898-2570
Morningside Florist w real | 916-635-9891
Paradise Parkway Event Productions
916-384-5520
Paris Art & Design | 916-203-6388
Pearl Blooms | 916-678-9901
Placerville Flowers on Main w real
530-622-1121
The Posh Posey | 916-642-9569
Red Maple Ranch Flower Farm
530-218-7980
Relles Florist w real | 916-441-1478
Rose Petals Florist | 775-586-8811
Rustic RootsFlowers | 209-295-5105
Sonora Florist | 209-532-9533
Strelitzia Flower Company w real
530-758-5050
weddingsbystrelitzia.com
See ad on page 147
Sweet Lilacs Studio | 209-840-2949
Thistle Bee Floral Design w real
916-367-1221 | thistlebeeflorals.com
See ad on page 201
Three Summer Days Events
707-404-8504
Visual Impact Design w real
916-489-3746 | visualimpact-design.com
See ad on page 205
Walnut & Main | 916-718-3744
Wild Flowers Design Group w real
916-899-1289
wildflowersdesigngroup.com
See ad on page 183
The Wild Olive Floral Artistry w real
530-417-6971 | thewildoliveflorist.com
See ad on page 179
William Paul Floral Design | 916-542-2992
WTF What The Flowers | 916-261-1591
flowers—wholesale
FiftyFlowers.com w real
877-507-6737 | fiftyflowers.com
See ads on pages 86 and 186
J&D Wholesale Flowers w real
530-747-2300 | jdwholesale.net
See ad on page 181
food & drink
caterers, bar services & beverage services
Addy’s Paella | 209-365-1840
Antonio Ayestaran Custom Catering
530-401-8462
Bar Baby Co. | 925-548-3308
Bella Bru Café & Catering w real
916-704-9749 | 916-212-7571
Bella Familia Wood Fired Pizza
916-759-4566
The Boardroom Catering | 916-844-2553
Buckethead BBQ | 916-792-0751
Charcutebrie | 916-769-2437
Corteza Vineyards w real
925-406-9100 | cortezavineyards.com
See ad on page 198
Cowabunga BBQ w real
916-595-1671 | cowabungabbq.com
See ad on page 200
The Dancer’s Pantry w real
916-541-0619 | thedancerspantry.com
See ad on page 203
Dapper Bartenders | 916-542-2325
Diane Wilkinson Catering w real
530-622-0799
dianewilkinsoncatering.com
See ad on page 137
Drinks on Us Bartending | 916-260-7337
Etched in Elegance Catering
530-949-7043
Events by Wise w real
530-848-3843 | eventsbywise.com
See ad on page 10
Gathÿr Graze | 530-913-0489
Hannibal’s Catering & Events w real
916-638-4363
Happy Grazing | 916-628-4016
The Hidden Table w real
916-337-8613 | thehiddentablegourmet.com
See ad on page 143
Hillcrest Catering | 530-674-3320
Howe It’s Done Catering | 916-715-1592
Jackson Catering & Events w real
916-483-7300
Jessica Lasky Catering | 510-339-7157
Kombi Keg Sacramento | 972-400-5015
Libations Unlimited | 707-328-2132
Liberty Events & Catering | 775-336-1091
Moon Mama Event Co. w real
916-359-9777
moonmamaevent.co
See ad on page 204
Murphys Catering Company
209-213-3010
Off the Vine Catering Company w real
916-351-1592 | otvc.com
See ad on page 111
Off the Wagon Bar
916-626-7263
A Perfect Pour | 916-508-9813
Pina Provisions Mobile Bar
916-375-9091
Pour Girl Bartending | 831-233-1415
Randy Peters Catering & Event Center w real
916-726-2339
randypeterscatering.com
See ad on page 200
Roundabout Catering & Party Rentals
775-747-2090
Sacramento Catering Collective
916-413-8827
Sierra Chef w real
775-392-4417 | sierrachef.com
See ad on page 21
Simply Delish | 209-533-1177
So Good Catering | 209-663-5372
Table Nectar | 530-344-7613
The Wobbly Wagon | 818-294-9208
World Fare Catering | 916-201-9355
gifts, gift registries
and special touches
The Bridal Box w real
916-742-4638 | bbxbrides.com
See ad on page 147
Corteza Vineyards w real
925-406-9100 | cortezavineyards.com
See ad on page 198
Luxurious Bridal w real
209-400-1915 | luxuriousbridal.com
See ad on page 137
Macy’s w real 916-771-3333 | 916-444-3333
916-962-3333 | 916-925-2845
Pottery Barn Roseville w real | 916-788-1440
hair, makeup, grooming & spas
airbrush tan, on location services, salons and spas
All Dolled Up Beauty + Bridal w real
530-206-7775
alldolleduphairandmakeup.com
See ad on page 105
Allyson Marie & Co. | 559-314-5542
Arden Hills w real | 916-482-6111
Asante Spa w real | 916-933-8905
Beauty by Hazel Skye | 650-438-9583
Becca Kingsley | 916-316-3113
Bridal Beauty On-the-Go | 619-431-0540
Edin Carpenter Makeup Artistry
775-338-8798
The Face Beater Makeup Artist w real
916-802-5388 | thefacebeater.com
See ad on page 153
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Partners; bolded listings denote
Real Weddings Advertising Partners—
you can pick up a complimentary copy of
Real Weddings at these businesses!
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hair, makeup, grooming & spas (cont’d.)
airbrush tan, on location services, salons and spas
health & wellness
officiants
photo booths
Facial Sense - Skin Care by Phyllis w real
916-690-0063
@FacialSenseSkinCarebyPhyliss
See ad on page 35
Frances Camille Makeup & Photo
706-372-5368
Halo Salon & Day Spa w real
916-782-8842 | halosalondayspa.com
See ad on page 131
Happily Beautiful Makeup Artistry
& Skin Studio w real
530-632-0607
happilybeautifulmakeup.com
See ad on page 50
Hyatt Regency
Lake Tahoe Resort, Spa and Casino w real
775-886-6693 | hyatttahoeweddings.com
See ad on page 29
Jasmine & Co. Hair & Makeup
808-600-9257
Jenn X Hair | 916-799-0870
Kimmi Gustafson Beauty Services
530-312-2829
KS Artistry | 916-897-0938
Lea Buehler BGorgeous w real | 916-705-5827
Serenity Spa | Soul Yoga w real
916-542-7363 | 916-797-8550
serenityspaonline.com
See ad on page 102
A & A Event Production w real
707-977-5737
sacramentoeventplanner.com
See ad on page 162
lighting
Avenue Illumination | 916-369-0213
Chico Stage Lighting | 530-895-8233
Extreme Productions Entertainment w real
916-773-4329 | extremeprodjs.com
See ad on page 205
Illusions Lighting Design | 707-938-4382
JCD Atmospheric Studios | 209-550-5955
JD Productions DJs • MCs • Lighting w real
916-786-6935 | jdprodj.com
See ad on page 202
Larcom’s Lighting w real
916-834-0470 | larcomslighting.com
See ad on page 205
Amie Love, Ordained Officiant w real
916-598-7055
@amielovesweddings
See ad on page 202
As You Wish Weddings by Erin Summ
707-529-5159
Ceremonies by Meredith | 808-268-7985
Ceremonies by Sara | 209-770-2717
Cindie Wildling | 916-337-2787
Elsa Spaulding, Ordained Minister
530-736-1288
Meg’s Ceremonies | 203-464-2484
Moon Mama Event Co. w real
916-359-9777
moonmamaevent.co
See ad on page 204
Officially Yours!! | 510-697-5534
Our Cherished Vows | 209-263-9573
Rev. Luana DeLeon | 210-668-1699
Tan Weddings & Events w real
530-601-0914
tanweddingsandevents.com
See ad on page 143
A & A Event Production w real
707-977-5737
sacramentoeventplanner.com
See ad on page 162
Candid Fun Booths | 916-716-2474
Giggle & Riot Funbooths | 916-760-8414
Music & More Entertainment w real
916-601-4107 | musicandmoredj.com
See ad on page 105
Penny & Co. | 916-709-4787
Sierra Slow Motion Booth
775-225-3039
Social Snapshots Photobooth
916-204-6201
Temple Photography & Photo Booth w real
916-856-2543
ritatemplephotography.com
ritatempleweddingphotography.com
See ad on page 202
Vintage Wheels Party Co. | 916-841-3025
The Wandering Photo Bus
909-262-3101
What’s Up Photos | 408-205-7186
Lisa Harter Hair and Makeup Artist w real
530-559-7292 | lisamharter.com
See ad on page 205
Luna Belle Beauty | 818-746-7771
Mai Makeup Artistry | 916-633-2320
Makeup by Joslyn | 916-701-9801
Michele DeeAnn Makeup Artistry
916-865-6480
Miss Mariss Artistry | 530-400-2278
Moon Mama Event Co. w real
916-359-9777
moonmamaevent.co
See ad on page 204
Noelle Radosevich Hair | 707-372-1069
Monkey Glue Lighting | 916-452-3517
MR DJ Event Services | 916-716-2474
Music & More Entertainment w real
916-601-4107 | musicandmoredj.com
See ad on page 105
ShowBiz Event Lighting | 916-214-2689
Sierra Lighting | 530-414-9899
musicians
mariachi, bands and live musicians
Austin Najera, Spanish Guitar
916-813-7516
Billy The One Man Band | 415-370-2325
The Groove Doctors | 925-216-3439
Wine Country Rabbi | 818-207-1757
paperie & signage
calligraphy, invitations/wedding stationery
and signmakers
The Calligraphy Girl | 916-769-9585
Fawcett Ave Paper Co. | 832-229-3556
Fig & Olive Designs | 916-932-6603
Floral Dust | 408-644-0863
Ink Furie | 916-258-2277
Growth Rich Lettering | 808-799-9348
Lamplight Lettering & Design
916-412-0330
Linda Wilmarth Designs | 707-386-2747
photographers
Adrienne & Dani Photography w real
916-538-9763 | adrienneanddani.com
See ad on page 26
Andrew & Melanie Photography w real
530-274-2408 | andrewandmelanie.com
See ad on page 18
~AR Photography w real
530-303-7077 | ar-photo.net
See ad on page 198
AshtonImagery Photography and Film w real
530-218-2777 | ashtonimagery.com
See ad on page 50
AWESOMENESS.us w real
awesomeness.us
See ad on page 28
Personify Bridal w real
916-899-7047 | personifybridal.com
See ad on page 66
Pretty Little Hairs | 916-337-8317
Serenity Spa | Soul Yoga w real
916-542-7363 | 916-797-8550
serenityspaonline.com
See ad on page 102
Summer Bridal Beauty | 916-224-9353
Thunder Valley Casino Resort w real
916-408-8435 | thundervalleyresort.com
See ad on pages 2 & 3
Vibes by Steph | 530-263-6694
Wine & Roses Hotel,
Restaurant and Spa w real
209-371-6117 | winerose.com
See ad on page 212
Harmony Strings | 916-812-2258
Harpist Anne Roos | 530-541-2575
Hip Entertainment and Events w real
916-354-9924
Indestructibles | 916-204-6970
Mariachi Los Gallos | 916-731-7238
Milton Merlos Productions
775-830-5687
Nicholas Lefler Wedding Musician
209-559-6445
Ryan Hernandez Music | 916-601-0599
Tragically White Band | 916-919-5401
Wedding Music by Michael | 916-337-8734
Marina Lee Styles w real
916-893-1804
etsy.com/shop/marinaleestyles
See ad on page 26
Markings by Monica | 619-869-5568
The Paper Garden by Stephanie Nishikawa
916-487-2737
Paper Habit | 209-567-0605
Sacramento Copy & Print | 916-447-4438
Spilled Ink Calligraphy | 714-758-5647
True Love Lettering | 916-549-9891
Valley Press Co. | 559-361-9643
Azara Images w real
530-414-3144 | azaraimages.com
See ad on page 199
As the Crow Flies | 916-619-7688
Bloom Photography w real
916-844-5363 | bloomphotographyca.com
See ad on page 200
Capture Create Studios w real
916-393-6551 | capturecreatestudios.com
See ad on page 205
Captured by Kay w real
714-388-5310 | capturedbykay.com
See ad on page 201
Carmen Salazar Photography w real
916-747-3293
CharpLenz Photography
845-590-6210
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Charleton Churchill Photography w real
209-459-4453
Chase Daley | Photo + Film House
916-513-5244
Cheyenne Hoff Photography
916-844-2474
Courtney Anne Photography w real
courtneyannephotography.com
See ad on page 25
Danielle Alysse Photography w real
916-239-9403
daniellealysse.com
See ad on page 199
Dee & Kris Photography w real
916-246-0546
deeandkrisphotography.com
See ad on page 199
The DeLauras w real
831-250-3994 | thedelauras.com
See ad on page 202
Eleakis & Elder Photography w real
916-451-4892
Emma Paul Photography w real
775-846-5879 | emmawynnpaul.com
See ad on page 203
Erica Baldwin Photography w real
916-990-8826
ericabaldwinphotography.com
See ad on page 66
Erika Clesi Photography
916-666-2330
Fits & Stops Photography w real
916-281-9616
fitsandstopsphotography.com
See ad on page 12
The Freckled Photographer w real
916-224-4294
thefreckledphotographer.com
See ad on page 204
Golden & Good | 916-955-7516
H & Company w real
916-742-4570 | hcophoto.com
See ads on page 199
Hayley Culp Photography w real
hayleyculpphotography.com
See ads on page 67
KABOO Photography w real
916-718-0446
kaboophotography.com
See ad on page 83
Karissa Wright Productions w real
209-247-5083
karissawrightproductions.com
See ad on page 203
Katelyn Bradley Photography
916-934-9295
Katherine Elyse Media w real
916-812-5475
katherineelysemedia.com
See ad on page 203
Kaybebe Photography
916-316-6663
Kelsey J Photography | 775-846-6827
Kylee Hicks Photography w real
kyleehicksphotography.com
See ad on page 204
Lauren Lindley Photography w real
laurenlindley.com
See ad on page 201
Leilani Paular Photography
415-855-1742
Lela Spiva Photography w real
lelaspivaphotography.com
See ad on page 200
Lixxim Photography w real
916-508-7868
lixximphotography.com
See ad on page 98
Liz Koston Photography w real
702-321-5276 | lizkoston.com
See ad on page 29
Lydia Photography w real | 530-802-2006
Meghan Smolka Photography
831-239-5452
Morgan Alanna Photography
916-293-1789
MVF Portraits w real
mvfportraits.com
See ad on page 200
Natacha Jolene Photography + Film
916-892-5522
R.A.G.E. Media Group w real
213-679-8773
rageproductions93.wixsite.com/website
See ad on page 198
Samantha May Photography
916-827-0789
Shoop’s Photography w real
916-804-8578 | shoopsphotography.com
See ad on page 14
Siegel’s Portrait Design w real | 916-705-7392
Stephani Westberg Photography
530-913-5434
Susie Mendoza Photography w real
susiemendozaphotography.com
See ad on page 205
Sweet Marie Photography w real
707-685-7694
sweetmariephotography.com
See ad on page 24
Temple Photography & Photo Booth w real
916-856-2543
ritatemplephotography.com
ritatempleweddingphotography.com
See ad on page 202
Wedding Feels | 530-519-8002
planners, coordinators
& event designers
The 530 Bride w real
530-988-8344 | the530bride.com
See ad on page 51
AB Event Co. | 916-662-6747
Alexandria Elaine Events w real
alexandriaelaineevents.com
See ad on page 199
Amie Love, Ordained Officiant w real
916-598-7055
@amielovesweddings
See ad on page 202
An Occasion Events w real
209-288-4894 | anoccasionevents.com
See ad on page 199
Bailey Dewey Design Co.
209-262-8927
Blue Sky Events | 775-589-2210
Events by Wise w real
530-848-3843 | eventsbywise.com
See ad on page 10
Haley Nyal Events w real
916-276-8362 | haleynyalevents.com
See ad on page 204
Jálie | 775-781-6987
Jenn Robirds Events w real | 626-841-3758
Joyeux Events | 916-239-9121
JQ Events | 916-794-1699
Kate Whelan Events w real | 888-808-5283
Kendall Melissa Events w real
678-462-3952 | kendallmelissaevents.com
See ad on page 18
Kennedy Maddox Events | 916-825-9109
Lekker Event Designs | 916-581-1282
Magnolia Avenue Events w real
916-807-4505
magnoliaavenueevents.com
See ad on page 98
Meant 2 Bee Events | 916-995-7365
Moon Mama Event Co. w real
916-359-9777
moonmamaevent.co
See ad on page 204
Paradise Parkway Event Productions
916-384-5520
Rainbow Weddings & Events w real
530-405-9883
rainbowweddingsbysara.com
See ad on page 200
Red Carpet Events & Design
775-355-1501
Risa James Events | 424-225-1415
Sierra Chef w real
775-392-4417 | sierrachef.com
See ad on page 21
Simple Country Weddings | 916-271-6345
Strings & Champagne w real
916-397-9346
strings-champagne.com
See ad on page 203
InFocus Love Studio | 916-573-2626
James Young Photography w real
707-384-4646
jamesyoungphotography.com
See ad on page 82
JB Wedding Photo & Videography w real
916-220-0159 | jbweddingphoto.com
See ad on page 162
Jennifer Rapoza Photography
209-613-4476
Joleen Willis Photography
209-768-6016
Nichole Collins Photography w real
209-256-4465
nicholecollinsphoto.com
See ad on page 204
Nicole Sepulveda Photography w real
916-919-6174
nicolesepulvedaweddings.com
See ad on page 201
Northern Grace Photography
707-628-8423
Phillip Towles Photography | 916-273-2512
Philippe Studio Pro w real
916-900-6205 | philippestudiopro.com
See ad on page 99
Pom Photography w real
415-548-1914 | pomphoto.net
See ad on page 69
Cain Event Planning w real | 916-505-0990
CES Weddings and Events | 530-592-0728
Courtney Lawhon Events | 916-990-1772
Curated by Grace + White | 707-480-1170
Danielle Roe Events w real
925-890-5724 | danielleroeevents.com
See ad on page 205
Dragonfly Events & Co. w real
dragonflyeventsandco.com
See ad on page 131
eNVy Event Management w real
775-901-0462
envyeventmanagement.com
See ad on page 21
Events by Dallas | 530-798-9825
Tahoe Elevated Events w real
775-783-9300
tahoeelevatedevents.com
See ad on page 21
Tan Weddings & Events w real
530-601-0914
tanweddingsandevents.com
See ad on page 143
We Do Designs w real
530-399-0949
Wild & Lovely Events
530-913-3735
Wildflower Event Company
408-607-3791
w Denotes Real Weddings Distribution
Partners; bolded listings denote
Real Weddings Advertising Partners—
you can pick up a complimentary copy of
Real Weddings at these businesses!
real
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rentals & party supply
balloon installations, ice carvings, custom décor, décor rentals,
décor lighting rentals,dance floors, equipment, linens,
lounge furniture, restrooms, tables, tabletop, chairs, tents and more
Aba Daba Party & Equipment Rentals w real
916-484-7368 | 916-725-1553
Adore Wall Sac | 916-410-2554
All Occasion Party Rental | 775-828-4999
Amour Florist & Bridal w real
916-392-8168 | amourmoments.com
See ad on page 179
An Occasion Events w real
209-288-4894 | anoccasionevents.com
See ad on page 199
Barnswallow Rentals w real
916-720-9123 | barnswallowrentals.com
See ad on page 205
BBJ La Tavola w real
866-375-4809
Blessings From The Moon Events Co.
530-906-5777
Blossom Farm Vintage Rentals w real
530-681-8937 | blossomfarmrentals.com
See ad on page 189
Blueprint Studios | 707-742-7777
Bright Event Rentals | 707-940-6060
Camelot Party Rentals w real | 775-355-9004
Celebrations! Party Rentals and Tents w real
916-773-2133 | 775-773-8900
celebrationspartyrentals.com
See ad on page 27
iDesign Events | 916-396-7067
La Vera Party Rentals & Design
916-709-4603
Lush Balloons | 916-995-4301
Memorable Events Rentals
916-247-9888
MG Linen Services w real
916-648-1235 | mglinens.com
See ad on page 201
Mimosa Event Rentals | 916-200-5508
Party On! Events Co. | 707-628-1355
The Powder Room Luxury Restroom Trailers
209-365-3586
Premiere Event Rentals | 209-694-3178
Rise & Shine Balloon Design
916-538-4463
Rent-Rite The Party People w real
916-925-5866
Rion Designs w real | 707-416-2921
Sacramento Event Co w real
sacramentoeventco.com
See ad on page 17
SacTown Neon | 916-300-3300
Simply Perfect Weddings & Events
916-642-2910
Sips & Floss w real
916-834-7754 | sipsandfloss.com
See ad on page 200
We Do Designs w real
530-399-0949
White Elephant Co. Vintage Shop
& Event Rentals | 916-633-8800
transportation
baraat horse services, limousines, party buses,
carriages, valet services, vintage autos and more
About Time Limousines | 916-331-2211
Baja Limo | 916-638-1400
Folsom Tourism Bureau w real
visitfolsom.com
See ad on page 81
Mother Lode Adventures Charter Services
209-677-3183
Party Bus 916 | 916-446-1800
Regal Carriage Limousine
916-956-8507
Sac Town Vintage | 916-236-9360
Sentimental Journey
Vintage Transportation w real
916-862-1224
sentimentaljourneyvintage.com
See ad on page 204
Top Hand Ranch Carriage Company w real
916-496-0102 | 916-655-3444
tophandranch.com
See ad on page 200
travel
Exquisite Destination Weddings
& Honeymoons w real | 916-757-6363
Capture Create Studios w real
916-393-6551 | capturecreatestudios.com
See ad on page 205
Chase Daley | 916-513-5244
Darin Reyes Productions | 707-318-2970
The DeLauras w real
831-250-3994 | thedelauras.com
See ad on page 202
Dynamic Cinema Productions
530-417-6170
Everlasting Motion Pictures | 209-696-5653
Felipe Vilchez | 650-669-9431
Finisterre Visuals | 775-750-5567
H & Company w real
916-742-4570 | hcophoto.com
See ads on page 199
InFocus Love Studio | 916-573-2626
JB Wedding Photo & Videography w real
916-220-0159 | jbweddingphoto.com
See ad on page 162
Jensen Films | 916-334-9999
Katherine Elyse Media w real
916-812-5475
katherineelysemedia.com
See ad on page 203
Last Light Pictures | 714-318-4317
Love Unique Studios | 415-225-4262
Matthew David Films | 916-548-4103
Chico Party Rentals | 530-588-1756
The Comfort Station w real
916-343-8808 | comfortstationrentals.com
See ad on page 201
El Dorado Hills Party Rentals w real
916-933-2500 | edhpartyrentals.com
See ad on page 22
Elegance by Design | 209-353-2100
Encore Events Rentals | 707-963-0233
Events to Remember | 916-225-2310
Full Bloom Rentals | 209-602-8820
Hamid Decor | 209-627-6681
Harvest Rental Company | 541-912-7334
Hensley Event Resources
650-692-7007
SRC Party Rentals | 530-272-2266
Standard Event Rentals w real
209-524-1966
Stella + Co. w real | 916-400-0772
Stevenz Company w real
209-304-0835 | stevenzcompany.com
See ad on page 189
Sweet Little Details | 925-391-7954
Tahoe Elevated Events w real
775-783-9300
tahoeelevatedevents.com
See ad on page 21
Tin Roof Farmhouse w real | 415-269-6762
Two Rivers Events w real
916-333-8802 | tworiversevents.co
See ad on page 201
venue location finder
The Venue Vixens w real
916-374-0110 | thevenuevixens.com
See ad on page 5
venues
rehearsal dinner, ceremony and reception sites
PLEASE SEE BELOW AND FOLLOWING PAGES
FOR REHEARSAL DINNER AND
RECEPTION SITES INFORMATION
video & film
videographers and film makers
AshtonImagery Photography and Film w real
530-218-2777 | ashtonimagery.com
See ad on page 50
Capture Colour Studio | 209-493-2381
McAnally Moments | 209-675-3840
Philippe Studio Pro w real
916-900-6205 | philippestudiopro.com
See ad on page 99
Pom Photography w real
415-548-1914 | pomphoto.net
See ad on page 69
Sean Kenney Films | 916-201-8958
R.A.G.E. Media Group w real
213-679-8773
rageproductions93.wixsite.com/website
See ad on page 198
Tyler & Co Films | 530-632-9140
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venues—rehearsal dinner sites
VISCONTI’S RISTORANTE
2700 E. BIDWELL STREET, STE. 700 | FOLSOM, CA
COURTESY OF VENUE
MAX CAPACITY: PRIVATE DINING ROOM

venues—reception sites
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COURTESY OF VENUE
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style files: the white list directory
THE CORNER BARN
8929 CA-89 | GRAEAGLE, CA
COURTESY OF VENUE
MAX CAPACITY: BARN

style files: the white list directory
GRAEAGLE MEADOWS GOLF COURSE
6934 CA-89 | GRAEAGLE, CA
COURTESY OF VENUE.
MAX CAPACITY: 30-75 INDOORS;

style files: the white list directory
HOTEL SUTTER
53 MAIN STREET | SUTTER CREEK, CA
COURTESY OF VENUE
MAX CAPACITY: ONE BANQUET ROOM; BALCONY BAR AREA; TWO BARS
PRIMARY CONTACT: EVENTS TEAM
PHONE: 209-267-0242
EMAIL: events@hotelsutter.com
WEB: hotelsutter.com
SOCIAL: /hotelsutter
See ad on page 85
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ON-SITE CATERING
OUTSIDE CATERING ALLOWED
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ADDITIONAL INSURANCE REQUIRED
OUTSIDE SPACE OPTIONS
INSIDE SPACE OPTIONS
FREE PARKING
WEDDING SHUTTLE
ON-SITE ACCOMMODATIONS AVAILABLE
HYATT REGENCY LAKE TAHOE RESORT, SPA AND CASINO 111 COUNTRY CLUB DRIVE | INCLINE VILLAGE, NV
COURTESY OF VENUE
MAX CAPACITY: FLEXIBLE SET UPS FROM 40 - 750
PRIMARY CONTACT: EVENTS TEAM
PHONE: 775-886-6693
EMAIL: tvllt-rfp@hyatt.com
WEB: hyatttahoeweddings.com
SOCIAL: /hyattlaketahoe
See ad on page 29
HYATT REGENCY SACRAMENTO
PRICING: MULTIPLE OPTIONS AVAILABLE—Contact for details
OPEN YEAR ROUND
OPEN SEASONALLY
ON-SITE COORDINATOR PROVIDED
ON-SITE CATERING
OUTSIDE CATERING ALLOWED
BAR SERVICES AVAILABLE
ADDITIONAL INSURANCE REQUIRED
OUTSIDE SPACE OPTIONS
INSIDE SPACE OPTIONS
FREE PARKING
N. LAKE TAHOE’S ONLY PRIVATE BEACH
ON-SITE ACCOMMODATIONS AVAILABLE
1209 L STREET | SACRAMENTO, CA
COURTESY OF VENUE
MAX CAPACITY: REGENCY BALLROOM

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LONE WULFF RANCH
26810 COUNTY ROAD 97D | DAVIS, CA
COURTESY OF VENUE
LIZZIMBELMAN.COM
MAX CAPACITY:

style files: the white list directory
THE PALMS
2947 NORD AVENUE | CHICO, CA
KATELYNBRADLEYPHOTOGRAPHY.COM
COURTESY OF VENUE
MAX CAPACITY:

style files: the white list directory
COURTESY OF VENUE
SHANGRI-LA FAIR OAKS
MAX CAPACITY: INDOOR:

style files: the white list directory
THE WAREHOUSE
1428 MISSION STREET | GARDNERVILLE, NV
MAX CAPACITY:

style files: the white list directory
additional venues—
reception sites
Antiquité Maison Privee w real | 916-706-0886
Arden Hills w real | 916-482-6111
Bally’s Lake Tahoe w real | 775-588-3515
Bare Ranch by Michael David Winery w real
209-368-7384
Barns at Willow Creek w real | 530-742-8089
Bear Valley Lodge w real | 209-753-2301
Bella Vista Bed & Breakfast Inn w real
530-622-3456
Belle Vie Vineyard w real | 925-778-1900
The Gardens at Sutter Creek w real
209-304-4442
Gold Hill Vineyard and Brewery w real
530-626-6522
Granlibakken Tahoe w real | 530-583-4242
Hanford Ranch Winery w real | 916-812-5399
Harmony Ridge Lodge w real | 530-557-9745
Heavenly Mountain Resort w real
See website for contact info
The Hideout w real | 209-223-0718
Highlands Ranch Resort w real | 530-595-3388
Historic Hotel Woodland w real
530-662-3213
The Pavilion at Haggin Oaks w real
916-808-0957
Peppermill Resort Spa Casino w real
775-689-7244
Pinecrest Chalet w real | 209-965-3276
The Ranch at Stoney Creek w real
530-401-4940
Rancho Victoria Weddings w real
707-287-0291
The Ridge Golf Club & Events Center w real
530-888-7888
The Ridge Tahoe w real | 775-588-3553
Roses & Acorns Creekside Weddings w real
916-207-9441
St. Joseph’s Cultural Center w real
530-272-4725
Sterling Hotel
by Wedgewood Weddings w real
916-476-3695
Sunol’s Casa Bella Event Center w real
855-485-1525
Tahoe Donner w real | 530-587-9400
Union Brick
by Wedgewood Weddings w real
916-560-1945
Vacaville Opera House w real
707-446-4441
Viaggio Estate & Winery w real
209-368-1378
California Agricultural Museum
& Event Center w real | 530-666-9700
Cameron Park Country Club w real
530-672-7900
Capitol Plaza Ballrooms w real | 916-443-4483
Centerville Estate w real | 510-316-8425
The Century w real | 209-451-2292
Cielo Estate Winery w real | 530-672-8575
Clunie Community Center w real | 916-452-8011
Hotel Winters w real | 530-505-9123
Ironstone Vineyards w real | 209-728-1251
Kirkwood Mountain Resort w real
See website for contact info
Lake Tahoe Golf Course w real
530-577-0788
Lakeside at Bartley Cavanaugh w real
916-808-0957
Lakeview Estates & Winery w real
916-758-8081
Rusty Spurs Ranch w real | 209-772-2700
Ryde Hotel & Event Center w real
916-776-1318
Seka Hills w real | 530-796-2810
Sequoia Mansion
by Wedgewood Weddings w real
530-622-5222
Sequoia Woods Country Club w real
209-795-1000
Serrano Country Club w real | 916-933-5005
Vizcaya Sacramento w real | 916-594-9285
The Yolanda Ranch w real | 530-681-3311
w Denotes Real Weddings Distribution
Partners—you can pick up a
complimentary copy of Real Weddings
at these businesses!
real
Coloma Resort w real | 530-621-2267
Courtyard by Marriott Sac. Cal Expo w real
916-929-7900
David Girard Vineyards w real | 530-295-1833
The Delta King w real | 916-444-5464
DoubleTree by Hilton Sacramento w real
916-929-8855
Embassy Suites w real | 916-326-5000
Evergreen Springs
by Wedgewood Weddings w real
916-638-9850
Fausel Ranch w real | 530-622-4390
The Firehouse Restaurant w real
916-442-4772
The Flower Farm w real | 916-652-4200
Folsom Community Center w real
916-461-6620
The Landing Lake Tahoe Resort & Spa w real
855-700-5263
Mammoth Mountain Ski Area w real
800-626-6684
The Maples w real | 530-379-3681
Magari Estate w real | 209-403-8254
McConnell Estates Winery w real 916-685-5368
Mettler Vineyards w real 209-369-3045
Mitchells Mountain Meadows w real
775-427-5171
Morgan Creek Golf Club w real | 916-771-8370
Mountain House Estate w real | 707-385-1410
The Murieta Inn and Spa w real | 916-354-3900
Nakoma Resort w real | 530-897-2300
Niemuth Manor w real | 209-630-1099
Northstar California w real
See website for contact info
Sheldon Inn w real | 916-686-8330
Sheraton Grand Sacramento Hotel w real
916-447-1700
Sierra Banquet Center w real
530-644-0345
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BOUQUET
Flowers in Design
flowersindesign.com
WHOLESALE FLOWERS
FiftyFlowers.com
PHOTOGRAPHER
Nichole Collins Photography
nicholecollinsphoto.com
from our “Modern Meets Vintage” styled shoot, p. 55
See layout for additional credits.
BOUQUET
Strelitzia Flower Company
weddingsbystrelitzia.com
WHOLESALE FLOWERS
FiftyFlowers.com
PHOTOGRAPHER
Karissa Wright Productions
karissawrightproductions.com
from our “Disco in the Garden” styled shoot, p. 70
See layout for additional credits.
inspired
GET
BOUQUET
Visual Imact Design
visualimpact-design.com
WHOLESALE FLOWERS
FiftyFlowers.com
PHOTOGRAPHER
Nicole Sepulveda Photography
nicolesepulveda.com
from our “Let’s Get Married” styled shoot, p. 86
See layout for additional credits.
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style files: flowers
BOUQUET
Strelitzia Flower Company
weddingsbystrelitzia.com
WHOLESALE FLOWERS
FiftyFlowers.com
PHOTOGRAPHER
Karissa Wright Productions
karissawrightproductions.com
from our “Disco in the Garden” styled shoot, p. 70
See layout for additional credits.
CUSTOM FLORAL ARTISTRY
inspired by nat ure
530.417.6971
THEWILDOLIVEFLORALARTISTRY@GMAIL.COM
THEWILDOLIVEFLORIST
THEWILDOLIVEFLORIST.COM
The Wild Olive-Sacramento-Tahoe Wedding Florist Flowers Floral 5/3/22 Designer-#29-SF 4:57 PM
LIZZIMBELMAN.COM
Let us bring the wedding of
your dreams to life.
your dreams to life.
BOUQUET
The Wild Olive Floral Artistry
thewildoliveflorist.com
WHOLESALE FLOWERS
FiftyFlowers.com
PHOTOGRAPHER
Philippe Studio Pro
philippestudiopro.com
from our “Love at First Blush” styled shoot, p. 38
See layout for additional credits.
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916.392.8168
www.amourmoments.com
Definitely your one-stop wedding shop!
We are Sacramento’s leading
Wedding & Event Decor Specialist!
We offer upscale Floral Designs, Event Backdrops &
Draping, Specialty Linen Rentals and much more!!

style files: flowers
BOUQUET
An Occasion Events
anoccasionevents.com
JOLEENWILLIS.COM
FLOWERSBYJORDANMARIE.COM/JORDANMARIEPHOTOGRAPHY
BOUQUET
The Wild Olive Floral Artistry
thewildoliveflorist.com
COURTESY OF VENDOR
COURTESY OF VENDOR
BOUQUET
Flowers by Jordan Marie
flowersbyjordanmarie.com
BOUQUET
The Bouquet Man
thebouquetman.com
BOUQUET
Visual Impact Design
visualimpact-design.com
ETCHEDINTIMEPHOTOGRAPHY.COM
COURTESY OF VENDOR
BOUQUET
Visual Impact Design
visualimpact-design.com
CAPTUREDBYKAY.COM
COURTESY OF VENDOR
BOUQUET
An Occasion Events
anoccasionevents.com
BOUQUET
Bloem Decor
bloemdecor.com
BOUQUET
Bloom & Vine
bloomandvine.net
SARAHSCHWEYER.COM
COURTESY OF VENDOR
BOUQUET
Garden of Weedon Designs
gardenofweedon.com
COURTESY OF VENDOR
COURTESY OF VENDOR
BOUQUET
The Wild Olive Floral Artistry
thewildoliveflorist.com
BOUQUET
Hillside Blooms Floristry
hillsidebloomsfloristry.com
ASTHECROWFLIES.CO
CHRISTINABESTPHOTOGRAPHY.COM
COURTESY OF VENDOR
COURTESY OF VENDOR
BOUQUET
Wild Flowers Design Group
wildflowersdesigngroup.com
BOUQUET
Amour Florist & Bridal
amourmoments.com
BOUQUET
An Occasion Events
anoccasionevents.com
BOUQUET
Flowers in Design
flowersindesign.com
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ROCHELLEWILHELMS.COM
BOUQUET
Strelitzia Flower Company
weddingsbystrelitzia.com
ELLIEKOLEENPHOTOGRAPHY.COM
COURTESY OF VENDOR
BOUQUET
Carson Valley Florist
@carsonvalleyflorist
BOUQUET
Strelitzia Flower Company
weddingsbystrelitzia.com
ASHLEYMAXWELLPHOTO.COM
BOUQUET
Bloom & Vine
bloomandvine.net
ALLISONUPCHURCH.COM
ASHLEYNOELLEEDWARDS.COM
BOUQUET
Strelitzia Flower Company
weddingsbystrelitzia.com
BOUQUET
Flowers by Jordan Marie
flowersbyjordanmarie.com
MORGANALANNA.COM
BOUQUET
Strelitzia Flower Company
weddingsbystrelitzia.com
COURTESY OF VENDOR
BOUQUET
An Occasion Events
anoccasionevents.com
COURTESY OF VENDOR
BOUQUET
Hillside Blooms Floristry
hillsidebloomsfloristry.com
YOUR LOCAL FULL SERVICE FLORIST
COURTESY OF VENDOR
COURTESY OF VENDOR
DEEANDKRISPHOTOGRAPHY.COM
FLOWERSBYJORDANMARIE.COM/JORDANMARIEPHOTOGRAPHY
BOUQUET
Amour Florist & Bridal
amourmoments.com
BOUQUET
Amour Florist & Bridal
amourmoments.com
BOUQUET
Flowers by Jordan Marie
flowersbyjordanmarie.com
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1016 10TH ST, SACRAMENTO
916-447-2001 | BLOEMDECOR.COM

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VENUE
The Chalet Event Center | thechaleteventcenter.com
PLANNING, STYLING AND HOSTS
Natalya Mark Photography and Juliet Rogalskiy Photography
PHOTOGRAPHER
Lana Andruh Photography | andruh.com
FLORAL DESIGNERS | Marke and Co. and Lily Gavryush
CAKE DESIGNER | Rita’s Cake Designs
HAIR ARTIST | Victoria Styles Beauty
MAKEUP ARTIST | Makeup by Lenna
GOWNS | Pure Bride
HEADPIECES | Ellee Couture Boutique
RENTALS | Criate Rentals
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F A R M F R E S H . H A N D M A D E . I M P R E S S I V E .
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IRINASAVON.COM
BOUQUET
Carson Valley Florist
@carsonvalleyflorist
Specializing in custom wedding flowers
throughout Northern California
916-996-5572
www.thebloomlab.com
VENUE AND ARCH | The Elm Estate
PHOTOGRAPHER | Kelsey J Photography | kelseyjphotographyintl.com
FLORAL DESIGNER | B & B Designs
MAKEUP ARTIST | Nikki Sheerer
HAIR ARTST | Mila Twiss
GOWNS | Moonlight Lace
BOOTS | Lane Boots
go to our website to see more photos and the full vendor list
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style files: flowers
BAYWED BY A PERFECT IMPRESSION/BAYWED.COM
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WEBSITE TO SEE MORE
FROM THIS STYLED SHOOT
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VENUE | Park Winters | parkwinters.com
PHOTOGRAPHER, STYLING, DESIGN AND COORDINATOR
Katelyn Bradley Photography | katelynbradleyphotography.com
FLORAL DESIGNER | Flowers by Jordan Marie | flowersbyjordanmarie.com
CHARCUTERIE | The Dancer’s Pantry | thedancerspantry.com
MACARONS | Rooftop Macarons | @rooftopmacarons
BAR CART AND CURATED COCKTAILS | Sips & Floss | sipsandfloss.com
go to our website to see more photos and the full vendor list
wildflowersdesigngroup.com
916-899-1289 | wildflowersdg@gmail.com
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VENUE | Bailarin Cellars
PHOTOGRAPHER AND MAKEUP ARTIST
Frances Camille | francescamille.com
DESIGN, STYLING AND COORDINATOR | Shaquarrius Calloway Events
FLORAL DESIGNER | Thistle Bee Floral Design | thistlebeeflorals.com
GOWN | Bride for a Cause | bridesforacause.com
TUXEDO | Tuxedo Den | tuxedoden.com
go to our website to see more photos and the full vendor list
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CAKE
Baker & A Black Cat
bakerandablackcat.com
PHOTOGRAPHER
Philippe Studio Pro
philippestudiopro.com
from our “Love at First Blush” styled shoot, p. 38
See layout for additional credits.
CAKE AND DESSERTS
Sugar Dreams by Odeza
sugardreamsbyodeza.com
PHOTOGRAPHER
Karissa Wright Productions
karissawrightproductions.com
from our “Disco in the Garden” styled shoot, p. 70
See layout for additional credits.
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CAKES
Spilled Milk Company
spilledmilkcompany.com
MACARONS
The National Exchange Hotel
thenationalexchangehotel.com
PHOTOGRAPHER
Nichole Collins Photography
nicholecollinsphoto.com
from our “Modern Meets Vintage” styled shoot, p. 55
See layout for additional credits.
KATELYNBRADLEYPHOTOGRAPHY.COM
530.748.5366
BAKERANDABLACKCAT.COM
Baker & A Black Cat-Sacramento-Wedding Cakes-RW-SF22-#29-FINAL.indd 4/22/22 3:36 PM 1
on the
W E D D I N G S
Call to schedule your
complimentary tasting!
(916) 303-4333
CAKE
Custom Cakes by Tara
customcakesbytara.com
PHOTOGRAPHER
Nicole Sepulveda Photography
nicolesepulveda.com
from our “Let’s Get Married” styled shoot, p. 87
See layout for additional credits.
Cupcakes Cut Cakes
Dessert Bar Delivery
www.icingonthecupcake.com/weddings
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COURTESY OF VENDOR
CUSTOM MACARONS
Rooftop Macarons
instagram.com/rooftopmacarons
COURTESY OF VENDOR
CAKE
Edible Memories
ediblememoriesbakery.com
CAKE
Baker & A Black Cat
bakerandablackcat.com
COURTESY OF VENDOR
CAKE
Custom Cakes by Tara
customcakesbytara.com
CAKES
Edible Memories
ediblememoriesbakery.com
COURTESY OF VENDOR
COURTESY OF VENDOR
COURTESY OF VENDOR
your passionate home baker
917-703-5080 | sugardreamsbyodeza@gmail.com
sugardreamsbyodeza.com
/sugardreams_odeza
CAKE
Spilled Milk Company
spilledmilkcompany.com
COURTESY OF VENDOR
ugar Dreams by Odeza-Sacramento-Modesto-Wedding Cake Desserts-RW-SF22-#29-0522.indd 5/7/22 7:35 PM
5
COURTESY OF VENDOR
GLUTEN FREE CANDY
CANE CUPCAKE
Icing on the Cupcake
icingonthecupcake.com
COURTESY OF VENDOR
COURTESY OF VENDOR
CAKE
Baker & A Black Cat
bakerandablackcat.com
CAKE
Spilled Milk Company
spilledmilkcompany.com
CAKE
Sugar Dreams by Odeza
sugardreamsbyodeza.com
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style files: cakes, candies & desserts
COURTESY OF VENDOR
COURTESY OF VENDOR
CAKE
Edible Memories
ediblememoriesbakery.com
CAKE
Sugar Dreams by Odeza
sugardreamsbyodeza.com
CAKE
Spilled Milk Company
spilledmilkcompany.com
COURTESY OF VENDOR
COURTESY OF VENDOR
sarahihadden.com
COURTESY OF VENDOR
COURTESY OF VENDOR
MACARON CAKE
Rooftop Macarons
instagram.com/rooftopmacarons
CAKE
Custom Cakes by Tara
customcakesbytara.com
COURTESY OF VENDOR
CAKE
Baker & A Black Cat
bakerandablackcat.com
CAKE
Edible Memories
ediblememoriesbakery.com
COURTESY OF VENDOR
CAKE
Spilled Milk Company
spilledmilkcompany.com
COURTESY OF VENDOR
CAKE
Sugar Dreams by Odeza
sugardreamsbyodeza.com
COURTESY OF VENDOR
CAKES
Edible Memories
ediblememoriesbakery.com
WANT MORE?
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WEBSITE TO SEE MORE
STYLE FILES
#RWstylefiles
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530-415-7330
www.ediblememoriesbakery.com
/landiscakes /ediblememories_
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new storefront
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VENUE
The Ranch at Lone Oak Longhorns
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LEAD PHOTOGRAPHER
Ashley Clayton Photography | ashleymclayton.com
ADDITIONAL PHOTOGRAPHER
Jordan Marie Photography
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VIDEOGRAPHERS
Natacha Jolene Photography + Film
Katie Clare Photography
DESIGN, STYLING AND COORDINATOR
Haley Nyal Events | haleynyalevents.com
FLORAL DESIGNER
Flowers by Jordan Marie | flowersbyjordanmarie.com
CAKE DESIGNER // Molly Baked It
MACARONS // Rooftop Macarons | @rooftopmacarons
CHARCUTERIE BOARD
The Dancer’s Pantry | thedancerspantry.com
GRAZING TABLE // Heavenly Made Charcuterie
MOBILE BAR // The Old Pour Soul
HAIR ARTIST // Mai Makeup + Hair
MAKEUP ARTIST // Wild Beauty Aesthetics
RENTALS // Mimosa Event Rentals
BLACK CHAIR RENTALS // Memorable Event Rentals
PAPERIE // Fawcett Ave Paper Co.
OFFICIANT // Michael Efsaif
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VENUE AND STYLED CUISINE
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PHOTOGRAPHER
Elle Venture Photography | elleventurephoto.com
DESIGN, STYLING AND COORDINATION // Kennedy Maddox Events
FLORAL DESIGNER // Mahina + Soul Floral Design
CAKE DESIGNER // Biancaakaa Bakes
HAIR ARTIST // Hairstyles by Sara K
MAKEUP ARTIST // Pretty Wellthy
GOWN // Bride To Be Couture
SUITS // Tuxedo Den | tuxedoden.com
TABLETOP RENTALS // Sweet Lil Details
LINENS // Mimi & Co., now MG Linen Supply, mglinens.com
PAPERIE // MeghanKaite Co.
SIGNAGE AND PLACE CARDS // Linda Wilmarth Designs
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VENUE // Villa Montalvo
PHOTOGRAPHER, DESIGN, STYLING AND COORDINATION
Adrienne & Dani Photography | adrienneanddani.com
DESIGN, STYLING AND COORDINATION
Rainbow Weddings & Events | rainbowweddingsbysara.com
FLORAL DESIGNER // Autumn Marcelle Design
CAKE DESIGNER // Palette Cakes
HAIR AND MAKEUP ARTIST // bfab
GOWNS AND ACCESSORIES
Sparkle Bridal Couture | sparklebridalcouture.com
SUIT // Tuxedo Den | tuxedoden.com
RENTALS // Pleasanton Event Rentals
PAPERIE // Angela Sue Photography
SILK RIBBONS // Honey Silks & Co.
REAL COUPLE MODELS // Alahna & Markus
DOG MODEL // Bucky
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VENUE // The Palms | thepalmschico.com
PHOTOGRAPHER
Susie Mendoza Photography
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VIDEOGRAPHER // Dream House Production Co.
DESIGN, STYLING, COORDINATION AND RENTALS // We Do Designs
FLORAL DESIGNER
Strelitzia Flower Company | weddingsbystrelitzia.com
CAKE DESIGNER // Bakes Bakery Co.
PERSONAL CHEF // R&R Private Chef
MAKEUP ARTISTS // Rahat Khan and Ashley Sayegh
HENNA ARTIST // Sana Khan
HENNA OUTFITS // Desi Ever After
GOWNS AND SUITS
Always Elegant Bridal & Tuxedo | alwayselegantbridal.net
MOCKTAILS // Nor Cal Tap Wagon
VINTAGE CAR // On Broadway Chico
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PHOTOGRAPHER AND PHOTO BUS
Etnie Faith Photography | etniefaith.com
DESIGN, STYLING AND COORDINATION // Redding Weddings
FLORAL DESIGNER // Anderson Florist
CAKE DESIGNER // With Love + Sugar Cakery
HAIR ARTIST // McKinna Hayslett
MAKEUP ARTIST // Hailey K Beauty
GOWN // Revive Yo Soul
JEWELRY // Hello Luna Company
BALLOONS // It’s Your Day Balloons
PAPERIE // Coastal Kind Design Studio
REAL COUPLE MODELS // Kennedy & Mark
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VENUE, SIGNATURE COCKTAILS,
GRAZING BOARD AND FAVORS // The HIVE
PHOTOGRAPHER
Bloom Photography | bloomphotographyca.com
DESIGN, STYLING AND COORDINATION
Rainbow Weddings & Events | rainbowweddingsbysara.com
FLORAL DESIGNER
Strelitzia Flower Company | weddingsbystrelitzia.com
CAKE AND DESSERTS DESIGNER // Sugar Sweetery
HAIR AND MAKEUP ARTIST // DV Beauty
GOWNS // Brides for a Cause | bridesforacause.com
JEWELRY // Ayala Jewelers
SUIT // Tuxedo Den | tuxedoden.com
RENTALS
Blossom Farm Vintage Rentals | blossomfarmrentals.com
PAPERIE // Matinae Design Studio
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THE DETAILS
// Pheasant Trek
LEAD PHOTOGRAPHER
Erika Clesi Photography | erikaclesiphotography.com
SECOND SHOOTER
Katelyn Bradley Photography | katelynbradleyphotography.com
DESIGN, STYLING AND COORDINATION
Haley Nyal Events | haleynyalevents.com
FLORAL DESIGNER
Strelitzia Flower Company | weddingsbystrelitzia.com
CAKE AND DESSERTS DESIGNER // Molly Baked It
MOBILE BAR // Off The Wagon Bar
HAIR ARTIST // Hair by Courtney Nicole
MAKEUP ARTIST // Courtney Bradley
GOWN AND SUIT // Tuxedo Den | tuxedoden.com
RENTALS
// Simply Sweets and Rentals
BACKDROP AND BALLOON GARLAND
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PAPERIE // Fawcett Ave Paper Co.
SIGNAGE // Markings by Monica
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Kylee Hicks Photography | kyleehicksphotography.com
VIDEOGRAPHER // Tyler & Co.
DESIGN, STYLING AND COORDINATION
Magnolia Avenue Events | magnoliaavenueevents.com
FLORAL DESIGNER // Lisa Claire Floral
CAKE DESIGNER // Edible Memories | ediblememoriesbakery.com
BAR AND BEER BURROS // The Drunken Burro
HAIR AND MAKEUP ARTIST // Lydia Beauty
GOWNS // Perfect Dress Party | perfectdressparty.com
ACCESSORIES // Bride To Be Couture
RENTALS // Barnswallow Rentals | barnswallowrentals.com
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PHOTOGRAPHER, DESIGN,
STYLING AND COORDINATION
Morgan Alanna Photography | morganalanna.com
SWEETHEART TABLE AND DESSERT TABLE
STYLING AND DESIGN // AB Event Co.
FLORAL DESIGNER
Strelitzia Flower Company | weddingsbystrelitzia.com
CAKE AND DESSERTS DESIGNER // Sugar Sweetery
MAKEUP ARTIST // Makeup by Joslyn
GOWN AND SUIT // Onyx Bridal | onyxbridal.com
RENTALS
Celebrations! Party Rentals and Tents | celebrationspartyrentals.com
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the timeline
AS SOON AS YOU’RE ENGAGED:
Organize, organize, organize!
Set budget
Discuss time frame and dates
Determine wedding basics: formal vs. informal, day
vs. night, etc.
Use the Real Weddings Magazine’s timeline to help
keep you on track and use Real Weddings Magazine
(along with Real Weddings Magazine’s website and
social media pages!) to start your inspiration boards!
DATE: ..........................
Check out Real Weddings Magazine’s
9-12 Special Offers!
MONTHS Set the date (but be flexible until you
book your venue)
Hire a planner
Research venues, and then make the
decision on your venue as this will often guide other
decisions that you’ll need to make
Research and book other wedding pros ASAP:
caterer, photographer, videographer, dj, floral designer,
officiant, musicians, transportation, etc.
(see worksheets starting on page 10 to help you
identify the vendor categories that are most important
to you)
Choose colors and/or theme
Research the marriage license (see page 30 for help)
Invite attendants
Draft guest list (see worksheets on page 16 to get
started)
Register (it’s like virtual shopping! Go to our website
for some tips and ideas)
Start shopping for gown / attire
Set up engagement photo session
Set up wedding website
Once your guest list is finalized, send out save-thedate
cards. Pro Kate Whelan from Kate Whelan
Events says, “Save-the-date cards give ample
notice for out-of-town guests, especially if your
wedding will be during a holiday or on a popular
weekend. Be sure to include any airline or hotel room
8 information to make it easier for guests to make travel
arrangements.”
Beauty Boost: begin fitness regime
DATE: ..........................
6-9 Invitations/stationery. Pro Catrina
MONTHS
Arcularius from Catrina Maria Designs
says, “Overestimate your order by about
10 percent. It’s a great idea to order extra
envelopes in any case. If you’re on a short
timeline, try ordering the envelopes first while the
invitations are being printed so that you can get them
addressed early.”
the timeline
AS SOON AS YOU’RE ENGAGED:
Organize, organize, organize!
Set budget
Discuss time frame and dates
Determine wedding basics: formal vs. informal, day
vs. night, etc.
Use the Real Weddings Magazine’s timeline to help
keep you on track and use Real Weddings Magazine
(along with Real Weddings Magazine’s website and
social media pages!) to start your inspiration boards!
DATE: ..........................
Check out Real Weddings Magazine’s
9-12 Special Offers!
MONTHS Set the date (but be flexible until you
book your venue)
Hire a planner
Research venues, and then make the
decision on your venue as this will often guide other
decisions that you’ll need to make
Research and book other wedding pros ASAP:
caterer, photographer, videographer, dj, floral designer,
officiant, musicians, transportation, etc.
(see worksheets starting on page 10 to help you
identify the vendor categories that are most important
to you)
Choose colors and/or theme
Research the marriage license (see page 30 for help)
Invite attendants
Draft guest list (see worksheets on page 16 to get
started)
Register (it’s like virtual shopping! Go to our website
for some tips and ideas)
Start shopping for gown / attire
Set up engagement photo session
Set up wedding website
Once your guest list is finalized, send out save-thedate
cards. Pro Kate Whelan from Kate Whelan
Events says, “Save-the-date cards give ample
notice for out-of-town guests, especially if your
wedding will be during a holiday or on a popular
weekend. Be sure to include any airline or hotel room
8 information to make it easier for guests to make travel
arrangements.”
Beauty Boost: begin fitness regime
DATE: ..........................
6-9 Invitations/stationery. Pro Catrina
MONTHS
Arcularius from Catrina Maria Designs
says, “Overestimate your order by about
10 percent. It’s a great idea to order extra
envelopes in any case. If you’re on a short
timeline, try ordering the envelopes first while the
invitations are being printed so that you can get them
addressed early.”
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Book accommodations for out-of-town guests
Order cake and dessert bar
Sign vendor contracts/make deposits
Order gown and choose additional accessories
Choose attendants’ attire
Schedule time off from work
Book honeymoon arrangements
Mail thank you notes as you receive gifts
Begin dance lessons
Beauty Boost: start your med-spa treatments
DATE: ..........................
6 Schedule rehearsal and rehearsal
MONTHS
dinner
Book wedding night hotel
Arrange day-of transportation
Finalize guest list
Order and/or start making favors
Shop for ceremony/reception accessories (cake knife,
ring pillows, etc.)
Secure passports, visas, shots, if necessary
sacramento Beauty Boost: to start the thinking sierraabout wedding hair and
makeup—figure out the look you want now!
DATE: ..........................
4 Consult attorney for changes to
MONTHS
insurance, wills, accounts and, if you
choose, a prenuptial agreement
Gather other necessary paper work
that may be needed (such as proof of divorce,
death or annulment of previous marriage—this will be
needed when you get your marriage license)
Shop for and order wedding bands
Reserve rental items
Develop wedding hashtag
Order custom signage (don’t forget to include
wedding hastag where appropriate)
Choose groom and groomsmen attire
Shop for attendants’ gifts
Beauty boost: book wedding day appointments
DATE: ..........................
2 Arrange wedding-weekend
MONTHS
activities. Pro Lora Ward from The
Venue Vixens says, “‘After Glow’
brunches are often arranged, especially
if there are many out-of-town guests
attending. The invitation can include everyone
invited to the wedding, but most often is kept to
the out-of-towners and family. Depending on the
formality of this gathering, invitations may or may
not be necessary. Or consider a ‘Pre-Social’ hour
immediately before the wedding.”
Mail invitations (Don’t forget to make a spreadsheet
of your guests and assign each of them a number—
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Book accommodations for out-of-town guests
Order cake and dessert bar
Sign vendor contracts/make deposits
Order gown and choose additional accessories
Choose attendants’ attire
Schedule time off from work
Book honeymoon arrangements
Mail thank you notes as you receive gifts
Begin dance lessons
Beauty Boost: start your med-spa treatments
DATE: ..........................
6 Schedule rehearsal and rehearsal
MONTHS
dinner
Book wedding night hotel
Arrange day-of transportation
Finalize guest list
Order and/or start making favors
Shop for ceremony/reception accessories (cake knife,
ring pillows, etc.)
Secure passports, visas, shots, if necessary
Beauty Boost: start thinking about wedding hair and
makeup—figure out the look you want now!
DATE: ..........................
4 Consult attorney for changes to
MONTHS
insurance, wills, accounts and, if you
choose, a prenuptial agreement
Gather other necessary paper work
that may be needed (such as proof of divorce,
death or annulment of previous marriage—this will be
needed when you get your marriage license)
Shop for and order wedding bands
Reserve rental items
Develop wedding hashtag
Order custom signage (don’t forget to include
wedding hastag where appropriate)
Choose groom and groomsmen attire
Shop for attendants’ gifts
Beauty boost: book wedding day appointments
DATE: ..........................
2 Arrange wedding-weekend
MONTHS
activities. Pro Lora Ward from The
Venue Vixens says, “‘After Glow’
brunches are often arranged, especially
if there are many out-of-town guests
attending. The invitation can include everyone
invited to the wedding, but most often is kept to
the out-of-towners and family. Depending on the
formality of this gathering, invitations may or may
not be necessary. Or consider a ‘Pre-Social’ hour
immediately before the wedding.”
Mail invitations (Don’t forget to make a spreadsheet
of your guests and assign each of them a number—
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Prelude
Processional
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Ceremony
Ceremony
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Recessional
Postlude
RECEPTION
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Cocktail Hour
Bridal Party Arrival
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Last Dance
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expert advice
CHOOSING YOUR OFFICIANT
You’ve got the perfect venue to host your party, the cool DJ to play your song list, the
caterer to serve up exquisite hors d’oeuvres—the stage is set to host your wedding
celebration! But what about the ceremony? There is a key figure you will need: the
officiant!
BEING ON THE TRAIL TOGETHER
The person presiding over your ceremony and expressing the words that will take
BY RICK & JENNIFER TAN
you into your new life as a married couple plays an important role on your wedding
There are miles of paths winding through brushy hillsides day and can make all the difference between bliss and blah! Here are a few thoughts
and forested terrain at the Point Reyes National Seashore to consider.
along the coast of Northern California. Starting inland and
hiking west, you reach its sandy beaches and catch the
AT THE HEART OF THE CEREMONY
spray of the Pacific Ocean breaking against the headlands. So you’ve researched “wedding officiants,” maybe you’re following a recommendation
from your venue or a vendor, or checked out the vendor lists in Real Weddings
The journey is a reward in itself, a magnificent endeavor
requiring endurance, patience and dedication—the same Magazine and on realweddingsmag.com, and it all led you to query the officiant. In
can be said of being on the wedding trail!
your first meeting with him or her, listen for the words that will let you know you are
So you’ve met the love of your life, become engaged, on the right track, that important message of who the officiant understands is at the
and talked endlessly as lovers do about your future together.
But to go from proposal to pronouncement, you’ve
heart of the ceremony: “The ceremony is about the two of you.”
got a wedding to plan! At first, it seems like it would be
MEANINGFUL WORDS OF LOVE
easy enough—pick a place, plan the food, invite people,
You are two individuals on a shared path, enriched by different personalities, faiths
get your attire and rings, perform a ceremony, and then it’s and cultural backgrounds. The right officiant will embrace your unique qualities and
party time. But the reality is, to have your dream wedding, encourage you to express your love through meaningful ceremony words. The officiant
should be well-equipped in helping you create the perfect ceremony words where
while not losing sight of why you are doing this in the first
place—being with your true love—you need to tend to a few his or her expertise means offering you the freedom to customize your words, as well
vital points. Like starting a hike, you need to be equipped as access to outlines and passages, to give you direction and guidance. The right officiant
respects your specific needs like bilingual services, and inclusion of cultural and
for the journey, which means being mentally and physically
prepared. And more importantly, you need to both be on faith-based rituals. And he or she should be able to accommodate rituals of gratitude,
the same page together. Like having a map and a compass, words of remembrance and readings because the officiant also understands how
you need to have an overall view of the terrain, as well as important your family and friends are.
having a direction that you both want to go in.
Here is a short list of questions you can both ask yourselves
as you prepare for the wedding trail. They will help Communication. Collaboration. Convenience. From query to post-wedding check-
FROM START TO FINISH
both of you get on the trailhead together, to stay focused, in, your officiant should be able to provide you with timely communication through
to reach decisions, and to make you think about what you face-to-face meetings, emails, phone, text and Skype. Let your officiant know how
value and cherish in your married life as equal partners.
much guidance and assistance you need through
the wedding preparations—he or she should be
open to your need for collaboration, not only with
QUESTIONS TO
the process of revising and refining the ceremony
ASK YOURSELVES:
words, but with the brainstorming for ideas,
• When, where and how did we first meet?
feedback, and recommendations to fine tune
• What drew us to connect with each other?
the ceremony. Communication and collaboration
• Do we consider ourselves to be best friends?
should be achieved conveniently with a platform
• What are some interests we enjoy doing together?
for transacting business, as well with the exchange
• What four qualities do we admire in each other?
of ideas and ceremony drafts. The right officiant
• How do we support each other’s endeavors?
About Rick and Jennifer Tan: This
• How do we show love and sensitivity?
will balance these three components of a professional
service from start to finish.
years of experience as officiants 65
dynamic couple has more than 15
• What do trust and respect mean in a relationship?
and musicians, and have developed
Tan Weddings & Events to
• What is a promise, a vow, a covenant?
• Where do we envision the wedding to take place?