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I Do Venues Design Inspiration: Vintage Details
Photography by: Amanda Bevington Summary The Bay Area is a mecca for vintage inspired venue choices. If you are planning a grand vintage affair, I would recommend the Julia Morgan Ballroom in downtown San Francisco. The room itself screams VINTAGE; ...
I Do Venues: Montclair Women's Cultural Arts Club Personal Style
Photography by: First Comes Love Summary If you desire a wedding celebration with sense of whimsy, then check out The Montclair Women's Cultural Arts Club. This wonderfully eclectic venue possesses its own bold personality. By bringing in elements ...
I Do Venues: Holman Ranch A Day With Amy Byrd Part II
Photography by: Zoom Photography Ask the expert 'The main inspiration for the entire weekend was the couple's love for family, friends, good food, and one another. The bride and mother of the bride loved everything about Holman Ranch, so wanted to ...
I Do Venues: Holman Ranch A Day With Amy Byrd Part I
Photography by: Zoom Photography Summary Who wouldn't want to have their wedding celebration here? A classic Spanish style hacienda, the Holman Ranch will embrace you in its warmth and charm from the moment you walk onto the property. The aura that ...
I Do Venues: Embrace your Natural Surroundings
Photography by: Bella Rose Photography Summary The primary theme of this celebration is a wonderful combination of complimentary soft greens paired with chocolate and wheat. The bridal bouquet combines pale green orchids, tulips, and nurines in a ...
I Do Venues: Attention to detail at The Carneros Inn
Photography By: Tiffany Fosnight of Adeline and Grace Photography Summary The Carneros Inn is a truly amazing venue; from your engagement to your wedding or even as a location to spend your honeymoon, this four star resort offers everything a couple ...
I Do Venues: Headlands Center For The Arts
Photography By: Kate Harrison Summary Have you ever heard the saying "We don't remember days. We remember moments?" That quote immediately comes to mind as I view these amazing photographs by Kate Harrison which document this couple's special ...
I Do Venues: Cline Cellars
Photography By: Tiffany Fosnight and Nicola Borland of Adeline and Grace Photography Summary As you drive down the Carneros Highway you are surrounded by wineries on all sides, but the Cline Cellars is the first winery you will encounter. It's a ...
I Do Venues: Dogpatch Studios
Photography By: Orange Photography Ask the expert I (Alicia) am a huge supporter of bringing elements of Feng Shui into events. It is something I have applied to my own home, so why not my events? The five elements of Feng Shui (fire, earth, wood, ...
I Do Venues: Auberge du Soleil in Napa Capture the Moment
Photography By: Julie Mikos Summary When planning your wedding, there is really only one thing that you can take away with you - your photographs. Your wedding photographs will be passed on to future generations and mark an event that will impact ...
I Do Venues: Nicholson Ranch A Black Tie Affair
Photography by: Tia and Claire Studio Ask the expert What an inspiring way to bring sophistication to the wine country - a black tie affair at Nicholson Ranch Winery. The winery sits atop a small bluff and it is hard to decide which is the better ...
I Do Venues: Calistoga Ranch Sneak Preview
Photography By: Elle Jae Sneak Preview Calistoga Ranch is a secluded resort tucked into the forested canyons of Calistoga. The facility is part of the Auberge family of resorts, so you can be assured your guests will enjoy an award-winning menu and ...
I Do Venues: Villagio Inn and Spa Breakaway from Tradition
Photography by: Jessamyn Harris Summary Wedding planners are a rare breed. What other job lets you be ultra creative, but also requires that you be uber organized, as well as insightful? If you think about it, we basically help complete strangers ...
I Do Venues: Terra Gallery Sneak Preview
Photography By: Tanja Lippert Summary A modern and creative approach to your wedding design is waiting to meet you at Terra Gallery in San Francisco. A fresh design pairing vibrant red with classic gossamer white and a dabble of basic black make ...
I Do Venues: Asian Art Museum in San Francisco
Photography By: Kevin Chin Photography Sneak Preview Before it was titled the Asian Art Museum - the historic structure at 200 Larkin Street was a bustling part of the Civic Center. Originally San Francisco's main library, the Asian Art Museum took ...
I Do Venues: Haas Lilienthal House Sneak Preview
Photography by: Billy Winters Photography Sneak Preview Transport your guests to a simpler time when hosting an elegant wedding celebration at The Haas Lilienthal House in San Francisco. Renowned for its 18th century Victorian architecture, this ...
I Do Venues Design Inspiration: The Perfect Beach Theme
Photography By: Zofia Photo Summary A blue ribbon winning wedding design does not have to be complicated. Start by surrounding yourself with fun details, choose the perfect color palette, and infuse it with lots of personalized mementos. Shades of ...
I Do Venues: Solage Calistoga
Photography by: Hong Photography Summary Solage Resort in Calistoga is a facility that redefines casual elegance. As an up-and-coming venue that is three years young, Solage offers its guests a sense of rustic charm. When all the elements unite, the ...
I Do Venues: Casa Real Design Tips
Photography By: Julie Mikos Summary If you are looking for an amazing venue to exchange traditional wedding vows, look no further. Casa Real, located in the Livermore Valley, has everything a traditional bride could want. The richly appointed ...
I Do Venues: Bently Reserve Gorgeous
Photography by: Andrew Weeks Summary Ceremonies at the Bently Reserve will take your breath away. The history of the facility paired with its detailed architecture creates a ceremony that is elegant and awe-inspiring. As your guests arrive, they ...
The Foundry at Puritan Mill | Atlanta Wedding | The Studio B Photography
After hearing how Claire and Jon started dating and got engaged, we just knew that their wedding was destined to be a marvelous affair. Read on to get the full scoop and your daily dose of romance! A few years ago a plane was on its way to Kenya ...
I Do Venues: Wildwood Acres in Lafayette
Photography By: Julie Mikos Summary If you rarely find yourself traveling through the Caldecot Tunnel - that infamous mysterious tunnel that separates Contra Costa and the Tri-Valley area from the rest of the East Bay and San Francisco - then you ...
I Do Venues: Barndiva in Healdsburg
Photography By: Jen Curtis Summary Barndiva is by far one of the coolest wedding venues I have come across. This assemblage of a sustainable farm, gourmet restaurant, and art gallery is the perfect location for the eco-friendly foodie who is dying ...
I Do Venues: San Francisco Film Centre
Photography By: Sarabek Images Summary The Palm Room at the San Francisco Film Centre is a wedding venue that can pack a definite punch. Located in the Presidio, this historic Spanish building has a classic look with old world character, but ...
I Do Venues: Villa Montalvo in Saratoga
Photography By: Geoff White Summary Marble columns, colorful frescos, and beautiful gilded accents set an arresting backdrop for this amazing crimson wedding at Villa Montalvo in Saratoga. Crimson has always been a sign of opulence, beauty, and ...
Sweet Treats + 20 Minute Wedding Favors
In this weeks, Sweet Treats we are going to inspire you to make a darling DIY wedding favor. It should take you around 20 minutes. Well that is how long the cupcakes take to bake. 1. Bake The cupcake. Recipe courtesy of babble. See the recipe ...
I Do Venues: Angel Island in San Francisco
Photography By: 39 East Photography Summary "The Ellis Island of the Pacific" has been the nickname of Angel Island for over a century. It is an amazing historic location for the couple who is blending cultures. 39 East Photography has captured the ...
I Do Venues: Check Out The Surf At Big Sur
Photography by: Jessamyn Harris Summary So, what do you do when you have a client who decides to get married completely off the grid? Any good event planner will tell you, it will happen and you better be prepared for anything. Last year, our own ...
I Do Venues: Nestledown in Los Gatos
Photography By: Andrew Weeks Summary From an upscale barn dance to a fairytale soiree, Nestldown in the Santa Cruz mountains provides over 40 acres of lush gardens, gorgeous ponds, waterfalls, and orchards to give any bride-to-be plenty of ...
I Do Venues: Golden Gate Club in San Francisco
Photography By: Ars Magna Studios Summary Do you remember when you were a kid and all the great books you read were alive with color and frivolity? As we mature, we often take a more serious look at the world, seeing things in muted shades rather ...
I Do Venues: Cavallo Point in Sausalito
Photography By: Julie Mikos Summary From a military post (Fort Baker) to a national park, to a world class luxury resort, Cavallo Point has been part of San Francisco's history for over 100 years. Many visitors, and probably many locals, have no ...
I Do Venues: Montclair Women's Cultural Arts Club in Oakland
Photography by: Julie Mikos Summary A bold statement of color is the best reason to choose the Montclair Women's Cultural Arts Club as your wedding venue. Visualize a festive party with a roaring 20's Beau Arts theme where flappers, flowers, and ...
I Do Venues: Flood Mansion San Francisco at its Best
Photography By: Julie Mikos Summary The incredible neighborhood of Pacific Heights, lined with Victorian Mansions, is where James Leary Flood built "a house of marble built on a hill of granite," better known as the Flood Mansion. This elegantly ...
I Do Venues: Ralston Hall Mansion Sneak Preview
Photography by: Geoff White Sneak Preview Glamor is the perfect description of the 1864 mansion in Belmont known as Ralston Hall. The exterior of this remarkable estate home resembles a classic Italian villa, while the interior takes you back in ...
I Do Venues: Paradise Ridge Winery Photography
Summary The charm and variety of scenic offerings at this venue are terrific. You must get a few shots of the bride and groom in the vineyards, but make sure you don't miss out on the architectural elements of the champagne cellar! A ceremony held ...
I Do Venues: Marin Art and Garden Center in Ross
Photography By: Julie Mikos Summary The Marin Art and Garden Center is nestled 15 miles north of the Golden Gate Bridge in the quaint town of Ross. The small town covers only 1.5 square miles, but it's wonderfully eclectic and rich with history. ...
Farmtastic Vermont Weddings at Amee Farm
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I Do Venues: Presidio Golden Gate Club in San Francisco
Photography By: Andrew Weeks The Presidio Golden Gate Club just screams location, location, location! You couldn't ask for a more spectacular venue as the club is positioned at the base of the Golden Gate Bridge. The dramatic two story windows in ...
I Do Venues: Paradise Ridge Winery in Santa Rosa
Photography By: Andrew Weeks Overview Paradise Ridge Winery is the perfect vintner's blend of classic wine country charm, avant garde art, perfectly manicured grounds, and a boutique winery that makes you feel like part of the family. Just outside ...
I Do Venues: Dunsmuir Hellman A Garden Estate in Oakland
Photography By: Rosemarie Lion Summary The Dunsmuir Hellman Estate is a stunning piece of living history nestled in the Oakland hills. The estate offers countless design opportunities, allowing you to dive deep into your imagination but not ...
I Do Venues: The Brazillian Room in Oakland
The hills of Oakland and Berkeley are home to so many hidden treasures. Steam trains, botanical gardens, and an antique merry-go-round are but a few of these treasures. One of the best well-known treasures in these hills is the Brazilian Room. This ...
I Do Venues: The Green Room ~ A San Fracisco Landmark
Photography By: Jen Molander The Green Room at San Francisco's War Memorial is a piece of San Francisco history. The beautifully ornate interior was designed to be an opulent gathering location for United States World War II veterans and is now a ...
Sweet Treats + Vintage Wedding Gowns
Before we dive into some scrumptious Sweet Treats, we want to make sure you stop on by this weekend for our new Weekend Weddings. 1. Next week we will be doing a giveaway with Blue Poppy Jewelry, so be sure to head over there and start scoping out ...
I Do Venues: Shabby Chic at Beltane Ranch Sonoma
Summary Do something creative and romantic for your wedding celebration: consider a Shabby Chic affair at Beltane Ranch. Beltane Ranch is a working ranch in the heart of Sonoma. The ranch was established in 1878 and is home to lush gardens and a ...
I Do Venues: 1 Fort Mason in San Francisco
Summary Vintage details find themselves at home inside the historic walls of 1 Fort Mason. The building was originally constructed in 1877 and embodies a Victorian feel from head to toe. The architectural elements both inside and out are true to ...
I Do Venues: Bimbo's 365 in San Francisco
Sneak Preview 1940's retro glam is what Bimbo's 365 Club does best. This landmark San Francisco nightclub provides a posh atmosphere that embraces playful yet polished design. The black and white checkered floor is a remarkable canvas for Rat Pack ...
I Do Venues: Magical Moments at Meadowood In Napa Valley
Resting high above the fertile floor of the Napa Valley, Meadowood is over 250 acres of gorgeous landscape and lush green forest. As a wedding venue, magical moments can be made to order at Meadowood. This facility is ideal for the couple looking ...
I Do Venues: Hotel Vitale in San Francisco
Photography By: Geoff White Sneak Preview A rooftop ceremony held at sunset with the historic Ferry Building Clock Tower in the background to mark the exact minute you say I do... This is an amazing way to begin your new life together, and one that ...
I Do Venues: The Bently Reserve in San Francisco
Photography By: Andrew Weeks Summary When considering design, the Bently Reserve in San Francisco is like a treasure trove of endless possibilities. The Bently hosts the beauty of old-world architectural details, honed marble floors, stone columns ...
I Do Venues: Kohl Mansion
Photography By: Andrew Weeks Summary If you are looking for a wedding venue that is reflective of parties memorialized in the classics like The Great Gatsby, then you must consider The Kohl Mansion. A private estate built during America's Jazz era, ...
Elegant La Jolla Wedding
Prepare for something simply delightful from Boutwell Studio that's totally going to inspire you. We have the elegant wedding of Brett and Melissa, held at one of our favorite San Diego wedding venues, The Estancia Resort. Nestled in the heart of ...
I Do Venues: Headlands Center for the Arts
Headlands Center for the Arts When you first arrive at the The Headlands Center for the Arts, near Sausalito California, it is hard to decide if it is an artist colony or bohemian beach resort. A free spirited piece of local history, it is the ...
Skylight One Hanson NYC Wedding
Chenin of Boutwell Studio flew across the country to capture the elegant wedding of Kathryn and Chris. They were married at Skylight One Hanson, an historic-bank-turned-special-events-venue. If you are scoping out New York City wedding venues, this ...
Yellow, Blue & Red All Over Wedding Details
Jesi Haack is is beyond magnificent! Her wedding design and event planning skills are seriously off the hook. Sara and Michael wanted to do something bright, fun and personal. Read on to see how Jessie's vision came to life. Watermelon ...
Tropical Hawaiian Wedding
Did you know that one of Amy's favorite places in the world is Hawaii? Just a fun Wedding Chick fact! Callaway Gable shared with us Matt and Heather's tropical love story. Matt and Heather were married at a private beachfront home in Wailea on the ...
Grove Park Inn Wedding | Asheville, NC
Erin & Thij had beautiful Grove Park Inn Wedding in Asheville, NC. One thing I love about working in Raleigh - you are close to the mountains and the beach so it's a short trip (relatively) to the mountains and, with venues such as this, I would ...
Barbara & Michael - Long Island Wedding
A stunning bride, a handsome groom, and a super-chic wedding at a couple of gorgeous venues. Head over to the blog for more! ...
Emily + Ben | Philadelphia Wedding Photographer | Onada Photography
Emily and Ben got married at Knowlton Mansion a beautiful estate formerly owned by a Philadelphia banker called William Rhawn and he used Knowlton as his summer home way back in 1879. In 1996 it was purchased by Conroy Catering and has since become ...
Wedding Cake Inspiration From Martha Stewart
These days wedding cakes no longer are just plain white with a few flowers, they have become beautiful accessories to your wedding day. In Martha Stewart's Wedding Cake Book, Wendy Kromer shares with us the method behind creating her one of ...
Santa Barbara Wedding From Jessica Lewis Photo
Maleia and Scott were married El Presidio de Santa Barbara Chapel, and a reception followed at the Santa Barbara Fess Parker