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Family-Centric & Eco-Friendly Wedding in San Fernando Valley

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Wedding sign announces Theresa and Giovanni, with vintage VW bus in the background

Theresa and Giovanni wanted their wedding to be a family-centric and eco-friendly celebration, and we worked together to make it just that! Theresa’s family is largely from Iowa, while Giovanni’s is from Italy; so this wedding was such a fun fusion of cultures. They even hired an Italian DJ/emcee so that he could translate the ceremony into Italian for Giovanni’s family.
The venue was the garden of a private home in the San Fernando Valley owned by the founder/executive chef of Savor Solar Catering, Susan Rigali. Susan is an organic caterer with many years of experience in eco-conscious catering. She grows her own produce on the property and uses a huge solar-powered oven to prepare her delicious meals. Wedding guests dined alfresco at long feasting tables in the garden, enjoying an Italian-inspired feast prepared by Susan (who also happens to be Italian!).
Thanks to Katy Carrier Events for sharing this eco friendly wedding with us and Benjamin Lowry Photography for capturing this lovely wedding.

Bride with bouquet and groomsmen in sneakers at wedding

Outdoor wedding ceremony with bride, groom, and guests

Bride and groom share a kiss on their wedding day in a garden

Wedding couple kissing next to vintage Volkswagen bus

Wedding couple sitting on chairs in the garden portrait

People framed on a wallpaper, creative portraits or wedding decoration

Elegant wedding reception decor with pink flowers and menu

Bride and groom walking hand in hand on a path after wedding

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Wedding Planner: Katy Carrier Events Florals: Katy Carrier Photographer: Benjamin Lowry Photography Venue: Private home in Reseda Caterer:  Savor Solar: Susan Rigali DJ: Marco Lamberti Officiant: Elysia Skye Rentals: Anderson Party Rentals, Burbank, CA Dress: Pronovias Men’s Attire: H&M Bridesmaids’ Dresses: Dessy Hair: Muse Make-up Artistry: Margaret Wang

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