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I’ve had the honor of photographing Stacey and Johnson’s engagement, city hall wedding and now their intimate wedding celebration at the beautiful El Niguel Country Club. On a beautiful summer day friends and family traveled near and far to celebrate these two and it was amazing!
Venue: El Niguel Country Club
Paper Goods: Jenny Amaral
Band: N’Demand
Stacey and Johnson wanted to celebrate their engagement by popping some bottles at home with their cute beagle pup before heading to the San Juan Capistrano Mission. We can’t wait for your beautiful wedding at The El Niguel Country Club this summer!
Also, we send each of our clients a What to Wear Guide with some helpful tips for the sessions. Here’s what Stacey had to say about it.
Where to even start with this amazing wedding day? I first met Jenn and DJ for their beach engagement session. After that, I knew their wedding was going to be nothing but amazing! Jenn is the kind of person that becomes a friend the moment you meet. She is kind, genuine and lights up a room with her joy. And Dj is caring, compassionate and a romantic. He gifted his bride-to-be on the morning of the wedding day with a CD. She assumed it was a playlist with all of their favorite songs. When they got back from the honeymoon, she played the cd only to discover that - Dj was SINGING their favorite songs. He recorded an entire playlist of all their songs. Now you see what I mean by romantic?
These two fun-loving adventurers planned a beautiful wedding that summed up exactly who they are as a couple. Throughout the day, you could hear friends and family saying, "this wedding is so Jenn and Dj." There were so many memorable moments from the day but one of my favorites was during the ceremony when they read their hand-written vows to each other. Then her brother recited Dr. Seuss, "Oh the Places You'll Go." Let's just say there wasn't a dry eye...
Jenn and Dj - it was such an honor and joy to capture all the special moments leading up to one of the best days of your lives together. And thank you and your family for welcoming us and allowing us to document your legacy for generations to cherish. Cheers to the next chapter of your journey together! xoxo
Venue: Glen Ivy Golf Club
Florals: Maggie Jensen
DJ: Ovation Entertainment
Wedding Dress: Stella York
Bridesmaid's Dresses: Show Me Your Mumu
Groom's Suit: Calvin Klein
A tool with you that will CHANGE your life when planning your wedding! As a bride once myself, I know how overwhelming the whole process can be. You don't know where to even begin...when do we start looking at venues? How do we determine a budget? Who should we invite? We could probably chat all day with a list of questions, right?
I've narrowed down a list of my top ten personal favorite wedding venues. There are some sophisticated and elegant or rustic and modern. Let's get started!
Monarch Beach (formerly St. Regis Monarch Beach) in Dana Point is one of my all time favorite Orange County wedding venues. This beautiful resort tucked away off Pacific Coast Highway has amazing ocean views, a golf course, restaurants and so much more. There are several ceremony location options that make it the perfect place to get married in southern California. The resort is also AAA Five Diamond and Premier Resort Gold Medal winners.
My favorite part is this dramatic room. The hand painted ceiling, the staircase and that floor for obvious reasons!
The first kiss as husband and wife overlooking the blue waters in Dana Point!
Club 19 is the perfect setting for an outdoor intimate reception. A terrace wrapped with flowers overlooking the golf course and ocean views.
Event Design & Coordination: Pure Lavish Events | Photography: Ambre Williams | Florals: Florals by Jenny | Linens: Luxe Linen | Rentals: Chiavairi Chair Rentals
In the historic downtown San Juan Capistrano, a blossoming garden is tucked away behind wooden gates. It's an enchanting Spanish garden that has old world charm in an outdoor courtyard.
This gorgeous historic building is a hidden gem in Long Beach, one of my favorite wedding venues in southern California. It has beautiful architecture, tiled floors, chandeliers and skylights that take your breath away right when you walk through the doors.
The large rooms can accommodate all your guests for the reception. Look at the gorgeous orb chandilers!
Event Planning & Design: Megan Dileen Events | Photography: Ambre Williams Photography | Floral Design: Bellatula | Linens: La Tavola Fine Linen | Rentals: Baker Party Rentals | Cake: RooneyGirl Bakeshop
Tucked away in the heart of the Southern California wine country, hides this breathtaking vineyard. With it's rollings hills and tuscan inspired grounds, it's no wonder why Wilson Creek Winery is a top California wedding venue.
With upscale flair and vintage charm, it’s no wonder why this downtown Santa Ana building is a top new wedding venue in Orange County. The exposed ceiling, modern chandeliers, tile backdrop, large windows and bridal suite are just a few of my favorites!
The tile geometric backdrop can be for the ceremony backdrop and switched over for the reception while guests enjoy the private bar during cocktail hour.
There are so many photo opportunities in walking distance of the 1912 wedding venue. It adds to the urban vibe that couples love about the venue.
Photography: Ambre Williams Photography | Design + Coordination: Inconceivable Events | Desserts: Rooney Girl Bakeshop | Cookies: April's Sweet Creations | Bride's Attire: Mon Amie Bridal Salon | Groom's Tux: Friar Tux | Flowers: Love Anne Joy Design and Events | Furniture Rentals: Party Pieces by Perry | Dishware Rentals: Cherished Rentals | Chair + Linen Rentals: Classic Party Rentals | Stationary + Calligraphy: The Paper Mint Press | Hair + Make-up: Chelsea of Fuse Hair and Beauty | Jewelry: Estylo Jewelry
This private 10 acre estate is a hidden piece of paradise in Temecula Wine Country. There’s a hillside ceremony spot, red barn, pool deck, modern bridal suite, tree swing and more. I love these views from this ranch and the open space for an outdoor wedding.
The ceremony is underneath the pergola which you can decorate to your style and vision against the trees.
Guests can enjoy the views of Temecula while dining for the reception and end the night dancing under the stars.
This modern and rustic bar is inside the home with the pool right outside. There's also a bridal suite for the girls to get ready and a man cave where the guys can get ready, too. You can even start your honeymoon by staying the night at the house...
Photography: Ambre Williams Photography | Coordinators & Stylists: Pure Lavish Events | Rentals: Archive | Flowers: Doily Design Haus | Headpieces: What A Betty | Cakes: Sweet Layers Cakes | Fashion: Mon Amie | Paper Goods: Posh Paper | Custom Sign: Art By Kelly | Beauty: Elisa K. Wilson | Groom: Friar Tux
Oak Creek is a secluded and serene golf club that's tucked away in Irvine. It's Spanish architecture and stone terraces against the lush greens make it one of the top wedding venues in California.
Photography: Ambre Williams Photography | Wedding Planner & Event Coordinator: At Your Door Events, Sara Holland | Venue: Los Verdes Golf Course | Videography: Vnext Media | Florist: Flower Allie | Cake: Great Dane Bakery | Paper Goods: Paper Crew | Entertainment: Freelance Event Sound | Photo Booth: Pixel Photo Booth | Officiant: Pastor Danny Moon | Hair & Makeup: Fuse Hair & Beauty | Dove Release: White Dove Release
Transportation: United Royal Coach | Dress: Mon Ami Bridal | Shoes: Benjamin Adams | Jewelry: Adorn
This beautiful Wedgewood venue overlooks the Temescal Valley in Corona. Couples especially love this venue because it's all inclusive with a lot of vendor options included with the venue. There are plenty of locations on the golf course that make amazing bridal portraits. A perfect venue for an outdoor wedding.
Bistro strung lights create an intimate and romantic setting to enjoy the rest of the evening.
Photography: Ambre Williams Photography | Venue: The Champions Club at the Wedgewood Retreat | Florist: Floral Sensations | Cake, Paper goods, Photobooth: Venue | Entertainment: JC Entertainment | Officiant: David Cutler | Transportation: KLS Limo | Dress: Maggie Sottero | Bridesmaid Dresses: Vera Wang | Tuxes: Men's Wearhouse
Los Verdes Golf Club is a beautiful wedding venue in Rancho Palos Verdes. The open ballroom with floor to ceiling windows overlooks the green golf course and ocean views. There's a private circular entrance to wrought iron doors that create an experience for guests when they arrive on the wedding day.
Have you been to a wedding or event and seen those cool geofilters you can use on Snapchat? My Brides love when I share helpful resources to alleviate any stress with wedding planning. Last year, I hosted a party for the AW Bride Tribe (a community of newly engaged brides.) We made floral crowns, shopped and I showered them with gifts at Happily Ever Etched.
