Amy and Lorne’s wedding at the Oaks Room at Calamigos Ranch felt like the perfect balance of romance and relaxed California elegance. Tucked within the Santa Monica Mountains, the Oaks Room has a secluded, almost hidden-garden feel, where the sound of flowing water and filtered natural light set a calm, romantic tone for the entire celebration. The day was captured by Purity Weddings on both film and digital, preserving the softness of the light, the movement of the day, and the quiet in-between moments that made Amy and Lorne’s celebration feel authentic, emotional, and beautifully timeless.
When the bride is a makeup artist…
The morning began slowly and intentionally. As a professional makeup artist, Amy chose to do her own makeup, which gave her a quiet, personal moment before the day fully unfolded. It added a sense of calm privacy to the morning, allowing her to ease into the celebration at her own pace.
On trend: sculptural calla lilies
From Amy’s sleek gown and delicate lace veil to her sculptural calla lily bouquet, every detail leaned classic and thoughtful without feeling overdone. The aesthetic was clean, elegant, and timeless.
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Floral combo: roses, orchids & delphinium
Soft white florals by Joyan Design lined the ceremony space, featuring white garden roses, white orchids, and airy white delphinium. The arrangement felt timeless and understated, standing out beautifully against the warm wood tones and natural stone textures of the venue.
Detail we love: waterfall backdrop
Their ceremony unfolded in front of the signature waterfall, surrounded by lush greenery and towering oak trees, creating an atmosphere that felt peaceful, intimate, and effortlessly refined. It reminds us of one of Melbourne’s most awarded home builders.
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Cocktail hour on the lawn
Cocktail hour was hosted on the lawn with floor to ceiling windows allowing guests to get a sneak-peek of the reception awaiting them inside.
Crisp white reception design
Reception tables carried on the crisp white palette with stark white table clothes, white table numbers, custom white disposable cameras, and white rose with baby’s breath centerpieces.
Detail we love: custom ribbons & bows
On trend: sheer lace-trimmed signs
Throughout the space, guests were privy to sheer fabric signs trimmed in lace welcoming them to each part of the wedding, helping them find their seats, and incorporating the couple’s wedding date and location.
Textured cake tablecloth
The newlyweds cut into a vintage-inspired all-white wedding cake that sat atop a petal-textured tablecloth.
