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Colorful Cuban Inspired Wedding in California by Big Fake Wedding

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Tropical wedding ceremony aisle with wooden chairs and palm leaves

Cuba came to stay in California for the day for Lindsay and Jonathan’s wedding. This sweet couple wanted to honor the bride’s roots as well as make the day feel modern and true to who they are. Post sponsors, Big Fake Wedding, did just that and oh so much more with an exceptional team of Orange County wedding vendors. You can find all the photos below as well as many more taken by Jenny Markham PhotographyBecca Romero Creative, and Gin and July in our full gallery

From Big Fake Wedding

This bride honors her family tradition while mixing in more modern elements to make it feel like her own. Vendors infused staple Cuban details like arching palms, rattan, colorful wallpaper, and black and white checkered tile. They were told to not be afraid to layer bold patterns, as Havana tends to be a bit eclectic. The whole day was inspired by the ornate architecture and by the bright splashes of color you see walking down the street. 

The Invites & Accessories

Elegant wedding invitation suite with dusty rose tones

Beautiful diamond and wedding rings in wooden bowl

Beautiful wedding rings are displayed on a succulentBeautiful white wedding dress hangs on a tree with shoes

Elegant white wedge sandals sit on a large outdoor rock

Elegant floral bouquet with white orchids and blush rosesMan wearing white shirt expertly knotting beige tie

Wedding day moment bride putting on her wedding shoes

The Wedding Party

Two smiling bridesmaids hold vibrant wedding bouquets

Happy bride groom and wedding party outdoor portrait

Happy bride and groom embrace lovingly on wedding dayExquisite gold wedding necklace on a beautiful bride

Happy bride and groom holding hands smiling outside

Happy bride and bridesmaids with beautiful flowersElegant bride holding large organic wedding bouquet

Smiling wedding party at Casino San Clemente wedding venue

The Ceremony

Cozy outdoor fireplace adorned with glowing candles

Wedding ceremony chairs and a sign saying good vibesLush tropical leaves decorating orange wooden chairsOutdoor wedding ceremony chairs and tropical aisle decor

Elegant couple walks down aisle at lovely outdoor weddingRomantic outdoor wedding ceremony with string lights

Groom dips and kisses his beautiful bride outdoorsHappy diverse couple walking down beautiful wedding aisle

Romantic wedding portrait of happy couple in garden

Cocktail Lounge

Blissful woman in wicker peacock chair with flowers

Beautiful wedding couple kissing outdoors on couch

Cozy patio lounge space featuring vintage peacock chairs

Classic bar cart setup with cigar box and decantersInviting outdoor bar with colorful cocktails and liquors

Expressive event bar ready to make delicious cocktails

Happy bride and groom in a beautiful outdoor peacock chair

The Reception & Tables

Stunning floral centerpiece on elegant event table

Expressive wedding welcome sign with tropical leavesJoyful bride and groom share a loving moment on wedding day

Tropical table setting with green glasses and orchids

Beautiful tropical table setting with monstera leaf and orchids

Elegant table setting floral centerpiece blue glasses

Elegant place setting with wooden accents and leaf name cardElegant wedding table decor with blush floral centerpiece

Elegant event dining table with festive decorationsElegant wedding table setting with menus and napkins

Elegant table setting with orange cloth and striped plates

bold black and white and terracotta wedding place setting

Lush floral centerpiece graces this elegant table setting

Gorgeous wedding table with yellow roses and gold details

Yellow and peach floral centerpiece with table number 7Elegant wedding table with marble plates and gold cutlery

Beautiful table setting featuring marble plates and a leaf name card

Beautiful white orchids and lush green palm leaves

Chic table setting featuring brown napkins and vintage green glasses

Elegant green dining table with floral centerpiece

Beautifully set wedding table with glowing candlesStylish table setting showcasing a beautiful blue tile

The Sweethearts Table

Lush tropical table setting with beautiful white orchids

Elegant table decor with white orchids and tropical leavesVintage luggage stack with orchids and tropical leaves

Stylish table setting with large monstera leaf and gold

Joyful newlyweds dancing together at their wedding

Beautiful couple shares a loving kiss during wedding danceVocalist singing passionately onstage during concert

Ecstatic man in suit dancing energetically at party

The Cake & Exit

Vibrant buffet with fruits charcuterie dips and initial decorRich charcuterie board with varied cheese fruit meat

Sweet as Love wedding cake flavors tasting displayWrapped sweet love party favors displayed attractively

Stunning tiered cake with tropical flowers plaid gold

Stylish wicker sign Let them eat cake tropical decorStunning floral wedding cake with green geometric base

Beautiful tiered cakes for a special event displayJoyful wedding cake cutting moment for happy couple

Romantic evening by the outdoor fireplace and candles

Excited newlyweds exit their wedding party at nightEmotional wedding kiss with guests waving celebratory ribbons

Flowers: Royal Bee Flower Co.
Rentals: Touched by Time Vintage Rentals
Band: Luminous by Etude
Calligraphy & Signage: Vika B Calligraphy
Catering: California Fresh Catering and Events
Coffee Cart: Iron & Kin Coffee Co.
Custom Backdrop Designer: BPS | Vision Graphics
Day-Of Coordinator & Event Design: Head Table & Tables 1,2: Events By Fran
Desserts: Just Crumbs Bakeshop
Floral & Event Design: Ceremony Backdrop & Tables 9, 10: Palm and Pine Events
Floral & Event Design: Dessert Backdrop & Tables 7, 8: Nicole Burbank Events
Floral & Event Design: Registration Area & Tables 5, 6: Isabel Kate
Hair & Makeup: Breluxe Beauty
Hand Lettered Table Accents: Letters By Shells
Invitation Suite: Michelle Renee Calligraphy
Jewelry: Buckley & Co.
Lighting: Crown Five
Live Painter: Renee Ortiz Wedding Painter
Marshmallow Favors: Malvi: Marshmallow Confections
Men's Wedding Band Home Try-On: Hitched
Photobooth: Viral Booth OC
Photographers: Jenny Markham Photography
Photographers: Becca Romero Creative
Photographers: Gin and July
Rentals: Signature Party
Smile Enhancements & Invisalign: Shoreline Dental Studio
Tabletop Rentals: Prim & Preux
Teeth Whitening: Naturally White Teeth Whitening
Travel Agent: Carefree Romantic Vacations, Inc.
Venues: The Casino San Clemente
Wedding Cake: Sweet as Love
Wedding Dresses: Mon Amie Inc.
Wedding Films: BE Studios
Wedding Registry: The Registry at Bloomingdales South Coast Plaza

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