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Floral boutonnieres in wooden pineapple shaped bowls

What a tropical treat! We are so in love with the look and feel of this beach chic wedding inspiration with a real life super adorable couple at the heart of it! The fabulous California wedding inspiration was beautifully photographed by Cari Courtright Photography at the Dream Inn, which you can see more of in our full gallery. This little slice of paradise was organized and fabulously pulled together by Ryanne Steele and Katie Hillenga, so keep scrolling to find more to love!

From Cari Courtright Photography 

Trying to evoke the feeling of summer afternoons spent beachside in the California sun, this styled shoot at Santa Cruz’s Dream Inn, showcases an effortless romantic tropical vibe. From ruffled tuxedo shirts, ice cream rose cocktails, bike rides and lush tropical florals, touches of vintage flare meet modern minimalism to create a truly inspirational “I do” kind of day with the cutest married couple (real couple) out there.

Tropical flower arrangement and leaf garland on bed

Two stylish blazers hanging on decorative sea themed hooksGroom with floral crown holding tropical flower bouquetMan in white ruffled shirt unbuttoning the top buttonWedding rings displayed on a succulent in a pink pot

Grooms embrace by vintage VW bus wedding in Santa Cruz

Two grooms at wedding in vintage van looking lovinglyTwo grooms ride bicycles with flowers at their wedding

Two grooms at a beach wedding holding hands under palm trees

Groom couple in suits embrace under pier at beach wedding

Colorful ice cream cones on display outside in the sunDecorated wooden ice cream cart with tropical plants

Groom couple shares ice cream at wedding ice cream stand

Tropical wedding decor with palm leaves and floral bouquet

Tropical wedding table number card with guest namesFestive tropical cocktails with lime and floral arrangement

Elegant tropical flower centerpiece on a rustic banquet table

Wedding table setting with menu and green leaf detailElegant floral centerpiece adorns a rustic wedding table

Elegant white wedding cake with floral decorations

Tropical themed wedding invitations stationery design

Gay couple at wedding table with flowers and candles

Two grooms in suits toast with cocktailsElegant wedding tablescape with rustic natural elements

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Cakes & Catering: The Buttery
engraved menus: Cousins Kiosk
Event Planning & Design: Ryanne Steele
Event Planning & Design: Katie Hillenga
Flowers: Laughin' Gal Florals
Groom & His Men: The Black Tux
Ice Cream Stand: Sweet Surf Catering
Photographers: Cari Courtright Photography
Rentals: One True Love Vintage Rentals
Rentals: chic event rentals
Rentals: BBJ Linens
Venues: Dream Inn
VW Bus: Brew Cruz
Wedding Films: Killer Creations
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