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A modern & elegant beach resort wedding in Encinitas, CA

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Josh & Karima wed against ocean views at Alila Marea Beach Resort in a romantic and elegant ceremony. The couple intentionally spent two years engaged to enjoy this new phase in their life and plan an intentional and beautiful day. Their wedding features modern details, Jewish tradition, and glamorous reception. 

Keep reading to see all the fabulous details from their dreamy California nuptials. All photography by Susie & Will.

Elegant hand town paper invitations

These elegant invitations were designed by Velvet Fox Designs.

Modern glamor bridal fashion

Karima and her bridesmaids stunned in glamorous beaded gown and pale blue bridesmaids dresses. The ladies had bright and fresh hair and makeup done by Blushin Babe Beauty and Brides by Bree

Glam bride and bridesmaids

Modern elegant wedding gown

Loved ones locket for bouquet

We love when brides incorporate sentimental lockets and charms – photos are such a special way to represent love ones that are lost or cannot attend in person. 

Bride putting on wedding heels

The bride’s modern gown stunned with ornate floral pattern beading.

Modern elegance bridal fashion

Modern pale blue bridesmaids dresses

The gorgeous bouquets were designed by Modern Bouquet; they pair so well with the pale blue bridesmaids dresses!

Elegant bride with lace veil

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Josh rocked the classic groom look with sharply tailored black suit. He added a traditional yarmulke to honor his Jewish heritage. 

Groom with wedding party boys

Oceanfront ceremony on a special anniversary

California ocean wedding venues

The couple wed with breathtaking ocean views! The California coast was just as full of warmth as their love story. After meeting at her sister’s birthday party, Josh proposed to Karima on their 6th anniversary. Not only did the couple wed on their 8th anniversary weekend but it was also Josh’s parents’ 40th anniversary!

Jewish wedding traditional yarmulkes

Jewish guests were offered kippot at the ceremony entrance, beside this elegant welcome sign. 

Oceanfront beach resort wedding ceremony

Glamorous bride walking down aisle

Oceanfront wedding ceremony in California

Elegant floral wedding bouquets

First kiss at SoCal beach wedding

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Romantic elegance wedding couple

The couple chose to read private vows after their ceremony, with the Pacific Ocean as a picturesque backdrop. 

Private vow reading at ocean wedding

Sunset ocean portraits with bride & groom

Romantic sunset ocean wedding ceremony

Luxurious floral-filled resort reception 

The modern and elegant reception was designed by Tres Chic Affairs. Fresh blush and ivory florals from Modern Bouquet paired with a large variety of refined rentals from Brilliant Event LightingAdore FolkloreCatalog AtelierCavalier Bars & Backdrops, and GBS Linens.

Modern chandelier wedding reception

Romantic blush and white centerpieces

Clear wedding menus & name cards

Romantic candlelit reception

Wood plate chargers

Romantic table number display

Congratulations Karima & Josh! Be sure to check out the full gallery to see even more modern elegant inspiration.

Event Planning & Design: Tres Chic Affairs
Flowers: Modern Bouquet
Hair, Makeup & Beauty: Brides by Bree
Hair, Makeup & Beauty: Blushin Babe Beauty
Wedding DJ: Just Dance Events
Lighting, Entertainment & Photo Booth: Brilliant Event Lighting
Wedding Photographers: Susie & Will
Rentals: Adore Folklore
Rentals: Catalog Atelier
Rentals: Cavalier Bars & Backdrops
Rentals: GBS Linens
Paper Goods & Calligraphy: Velvet Fox Designs
Venues: Alila Marea Beach Resort

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