You didn’t know you wanted a bridal cape until this luxe fall wedding

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This couple's journey has been challenging, yet so rewarding, and after working hard to train their adorable puppy Wrigley, they decided to take a vacation. On that vacation, the bride and groom flew home to go on a family lake weekend where the groom proposed! A short time later, they said "I do" at Trademark Venues on a perfect 80-degree day in Southern California. The bride danced beneath the stars in a twinkling garden that was truly magical thanks to Nancy Lobo Designs, all set to music courtesy of Pacific Entertainment. Keep scrolling to see how the entire event came together in photos captured by RPC Photo!

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A relationship made of endless support

This bride and groom met at Illinois State University where their first date was a chilly late-night dinner at Destihl in Normal, Illinois. After the groom graduated in 2016, they decided to move to Chicago, moving into a cute one-bedroom apartment on Clark and Cornelia in the heart of Wrigley, and it didn’t disappoint when the Cubs won the World Series in 2016! Ultimately, the bride and groom ended up in Las Vegas, with the groom pursuing his dream career as a police officer and the bride being a practicing nurse while dancing for the Vegas Golden Knights dance team. Spoiler alert: Scroll down to see a picture of the bride's surprise dance for the groom during the reception!

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A bridal cape: The perfect luxe accessory

The bride wore a dress by Netta Benshabu, complemented with a cape by Calla Blanche. With lace detailing around the neckline blending down into a cathedral length train, it was hard not to feel the regal vibe of this statement bridal accessory. The look was completed with natural glam courtesy of Devynne Johnson and Jessica Keife - OC Bridal Hair.

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After-the-fact advice from the bride

"My advice would be to enjoy the little moments because the day flies by so fast!" It's easy to get wrapped up in the details of the day that guests won't even notice as the special moments pass by you. Make sure to take a pause, breathe, and appreciate how amazingly all of your hard work has paid off! Spend some private time with your partner to honor the fact that you are celebrating how much you love each other with all those you, as a couple, love as well!

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candlelit outdoor reception

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Cozy Exit Attire

Embracing post-reception comfort, the bride and her squad opted for snug attire. Explore the luxurious sweatsuit sets from Monrow, where you can effortlessly bundle the entire ensemble—a bridesmaid gift destined for repeated wear.

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