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Brooke + Nick were married on Cinco De Mayo. I had so much fun working with them to design their wedding. They are a great example of a couple who tastefully planned their wedding to give subtle nods to the holiday without going “overboard.” We did this in 5 distinct ways: 1) We started with a neutral color palette, as they were getting married in a beautiful greenhouse on the coast. We brought in bright pops of color in the florals to give the wedding a festive feel. 2) We served amazing Mexican food at the wedding - complete with a tortilla-making station manned by a chef! Guests had chips and guacamole on the tables, an interactive taco bar, and fresh churros. 3) At the end of the ceremony, guests tossed dried flowers into the air (reminiscent of confetti eggs, but much more eco-friendly). It was colorful and festive! 4) At the bar, the signature cocktails were margaritas. The bar at the reception was a “ranchero bar,” made with leather. Love that piece from The Tent Merchant! 5) Finally, we used subtle textures to bring in the “fiesta” vibe: small handpainted tiles on the place settings, textured linens from La Tavola, and beautiful handprinted signage and paper goods from Jessica Yee Calligraphy. I love the final product: a beautiful, elegant, timeless, classic wedding (with a touch of whimsy) and a wonderful “nod” to the holiday weekend! You don’t have to go overboard when planning your wedding around any holiday, but it is definitely fun to acknowledge and celebrate the holiday. We have a fun wedding coming up this 4th of July, and I am looking forward to bringing some fun Independence Day Details to life at that wedding! 
                      The Team That Made This Happen:
Coordinator/Florist: Tyler Speier Venue: Dos Pueblos Orchid Farm Rentals: The Tent Merchant Linen Rentals: La Tavola Fine Linen Photographer: Whitney Turner Transportation: Jump on the Schoolbus Hair/Makeup: Brianna Stewart Catering: Omni Catering Videography: Brett Williams Productions DJ: DJ Hecktik Photo booth: WittyBooth Officiant: Nick Bartsch Cake/Dessert: Crushcakes
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Alyssa + Scott wanted a South-Carolina-Inspired wedding in the heart of California Wine Country. It was so fun to bring in southern food, lace textures, chandeliers, a soft color palette of flowers, lots of greenery, and chiffon draping to the barn at the Crossroads Estate (by Firestone Winery) to create a beautiful atmosphere! For the ceremony, we had a chandelier suspended from an oak tree, and then I created a garland with roses and eucalyptus “growing up” the tree. Guests sat on beautiful redwood benches from All Heart Rentals. Then, guests were greeted with Firestone Vineyard Wines and southern-inspired lemonade in cocktail hour on the lawn, under a canopy of twinkle lights. A sumptuous southern-inspired dinner by Omni Catering was served in the barn, and guests danced late into the night. It felt like we were all transported right to a beautiful Southern home! 
                The Team That Made This Happen:
Coordinator/Florist: Tyler Speier Venue: Crossroads Estate Rentals: The Tent Merchant Specialty Rentals: All Heart Rentals Photographer: Heirlume Photography Transportation: Jump on the School Bus Hair/Makeup: Unveiled Hair and Makeup Catering: Omni Catering DJ: Scott Topper Officiant: Long Tran Bakery/Dessert: Enjoy Cupcakes Lighting: Spark Creative Events Videographer: Willow Street Films Cassie & Richard wanted a bright, playful, joyful wedding ceremony right on the Santa Barbara coast. They hosted their wedding at Rancho Dos Pueblos at the private beach. We used a neutral base color palette with white, creams, ivories, taupes, and natural woods, but then brought in pops of color in the florals and sea glass accents. Cassie + Richard said their vows in a beautiful wedding ceremony overlooking the ocean on the bluffs. I had so much fun creating a tropical-inspired, colorful wedding arch with bright florals and bougainvillea. After their heartfelt ceremony, guests enjoyed cocktails on the beach (and were even welcomed to walk on the beach and enjoy the view). Dinner was served under a canopy of beautiful lights. Guests dined at mismatched tables - round and rectangular - and danced the night away under the stars. I especially loved the lighting done by Bella Vista Designs - we collaborated to design a special wash of lighting over the ocean, so even after the sun set, guests could see the waves crashing on the shore (as if illuminated by moonlight). It was such a fun day! 
         The Team That Made This Happen:
Coordinator/Florist: Tyler Speier Venue: Dos Pueblos Ranch Rentals: The Tent Merchant Photographer: Allison Maginn Photography Videographer: Surreal Wedding Films Transportation: Jump on the School Bus Hair: Beckie Covarrubias Catering: Holdren’s Bartenders: Simply Cocktails DJ: DJ Hecktik Bathroom Trailer: Nicks Production Services Officiant: Ceremonies by Nanette Bakery/Dessert: Enjoy Cupcakes Lighting: Bella Vista Designs Calligraphy: Jessica Yee Maegan + James were married at Circle Bar B in the mountains just north of Santa Barbara. Their guests were able to stay at the venue all weekend, creating a camp-like, festive feel. Maegan and James were high school sweethearts (just like Tay and I), and it was so much fun to work with them to create something unique and fun for their wedding weekend. I especially loved how Maegan stayed true to her personal style when selecting her wedding gown. It was so unique and reflected her personality. At the wedding, guests were greeted with welcome cocktails, and then escorted through the woods to the ceremony. We created a simple, minimalist greenery arch suspended on an oak tree. Each guest was given a shot of whisky as a part of the ceremony to kickoff the party. Then, guests enjoyed an evening full of fun BBQ food, games, and dancing under the stars. In the reception, we kept the design minimalist and simple - mainly whites and greens, with some pops of purple in the glassware. I love creating beautiful celebrations for couples who are oh-so-in-love - it was such a joy to be a part of their special day! 
                The Team who made this happen:
Coordinator/Florals: Tyler Speier Venue: Circle Bar B Photographer: Indi Soul Photography DJ: DJ Hecktik Rentals: The Tent Merchant Bus Service: Jump on the School Bus Appetizer Service: Lazy Acres Hair and Makeup: Unveiled Make-up Officiant: Mona Freedman Dessert: Crushcakes Calligrapher: Jessica Yee Calligraphy Photobooth: 805 Camera Bus Kristi + Aaron's wedding was our first of the 2018 season. It was clean, elegant, timeless, and minimalist in design. I love how the modern/minimalist design trend is seen so strongly throughout the 2018 wedding season, and I think that we're going to see a lot more of it in 2019! I worked closely with Kristi & Aaron to develop their event design and vision: we used white, soft grays, and textured greenery to create a shared vision in a beautiful greenhouse on the Gaviota Coast. I especially loved creating the bridesmaids' bouquets with lots of textured greenery and small blooms. Their ceremony was overlooking the ocean on the Gaviota Coast. Their vows were so heartfelt and romantic - it was such a joy to witness them! At their reception, which took place in a large greenhouse, we put the tables in the shape of a large "U" - so all of the guests were included at a single, large feasting table. This table had long garlands, hundreds of candles, soft chiffon runners, and soft gray and metallic accents. We suspended flowing chiffon from the ceiling, created some hanging greenery chandeliers, and then divided the large greenhouse into two unique spaces: one for dining, one for dancing. In the dancing area, we had a fun lounge space and a bar for the guests to enjoy. Dividing the space made it feel more intimate and the romantic chiffon draping made the space feel more elegant and refined. It was so much fun bringing this wedding to life...such a fun way to kickoff the year. 
                Our Team:
Coordinator/Florist: Tyler Speier Venue: Private Farm/Estate on the Gaviota Coast Photographer: Josh Gruetzmacher Catering: Soho Taco Bartending Service/Servers: Simply Cocktails DJ: DJ Hecktik Rentals: The Tent Merchant Transportation: Jump on the Schoolbus Hair/Makeup: Style Me Kristi Dessert: McConnell’s Ice Cream Coco and Brandon were married at the iconic San Ysidro Ranch. As wedding season is now in full swing, so many of us in the industry are missing the incredible presence of this beautiful venue (which is still closed due to the tragic mudslides that hit our community back in January). I loved Coco + Brandon's beautiful, intimate celebration. Guests were greeted with beautiful welcome beverages as the harpist quietly played in the rose gardens. Everyone was enamored by Coco and her beautiful gown as her father escorted her down the aisle. After a beautiful ceremony (by the pastor who married Coco's parents!), guests enjoyed cocktail hour in the gardens followed by a sumptuous vegetarian dinner in the Hydrangea Cottage. Instead of traditional dancing, Coco and Brandon opted to have a less-traditional lounge setting created in the courtyard with fun desserts, an old-fashioned black-and-white film playing on a big screen, scented candles, and a Photo Booth. I loved being a part of their beautiful day! 
                              The Team That Made This Happen:
Coordinator + Florist: Tyler Speier + Team Venue/Catering: San Ysidro Ranch Photographer: Elate Photo Rentals: The Tent Merchant Sound: Sound Advice Productions Harpist: Laurie Rasmussen Photo Booth: My Social Booth Officiate: Dr. Brad Walker Hair/Make-up: Melina Ruiz Calligrapher: Calligraphy Nerd Bridal Gown: Kenneth Winston (from Panache) Wedding Gown: Panache - Kenneth Winston - Private Label We had so much fun designing and styling Sarah + Darren's wedding last fall at this beautiful private greenhouse on the Gaviota Coast. So honored seeing this on the front page of Style Me Pretty today! Loved using protea, neutral blooms, bright pops of greenery, mixed metals and woods, and mismatched place settings to create a textured but cohesive, neutral, Al Fresco design. 
                            The Team That Made This Happen
Event Design/Floral Arrangements: Tyler Speier Events Photography: Jodee Debes Venue: Private Greenhouse on the Gaviota Coast Rentals: The Tent Merchant Coordinator: Brides and Bouquets Catering: Savior Fair Hair: Style Me Kristi Makeup: Lisa Bassler We are so excited to see Phuong + Kevin's beautiful wedding in Bridal Guide Magazine today! We've been holding these stunning pictures for over a year so we are ecstatic that we finally get to share them with you. Our favorite design element of this wedding was the wisteria and pepper tree branch arrangement we created over the dance floor - the clean, minimalistic arrangement was a focal point of the entire event! 
                            The Team That Made This Happen
Coordinator/Florals: Tyler Speier Events Venue: The Orchid - (Private Estate) Prep Venue/Accommodations: Bacara Resort Catering: Omni Catering Rentals: The Tent Merchant Lighting: Bella Vista Designs, Inc DJ: Kyle Dineen Live Music: Matt Stokke Officiant: Pastor Kelly Bakery: Marie Shannon Confections Transportation: Jump On The School Bus Hair/Make-up: Unveiled Makeup Photo Booth: Witty Booth Photography: Rewind Photography--Matt Roberts Luxury Restroom Rentals: Marborg Late Night Dining: Woodstocks Pizza Bridal Gown Designer: Katie May We worked with Cynthia and Omar, planning their modern, romantic wedding in Santa Barbara for almost a year, only to have the largest wildfire in California history sweep through Santa Barbara, forcing us to relocate their wedding in just 72 hours to LA. Honestly, I can say that this was the most difficult task me and my team have ever encountered in my wedding planning career so far. But, my friends, we did it. It was one of the most beautiful weddings I've ever had the privilege of being a part of. And I will never forget it. These images (by the amazing Natalie Bray) were featured on the front page of Style Me Pretty: 
                     The Team That Made This Happen
Coordinator + Floral Design: Tyler Speier Venue: Private Members-Only Club in Downtown Los Angeles Photographer: Natalie Bray Catering: Omni Catering Rentals: The Tent Merchant Lighting: Bella Vista Designs Graphic Design: Lotus & Ash Ceremony DJ/MC: Gavin Roy Reception DJ: Sam Cooper Transportation: Jump on the Schoolbus Hair/Makeup: Priv Restroom Rental: Luxury Flush Guest Accommodations: The Freehand Hotel Bridal Gown: Tara Lauren Silk: Tono & Co |
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