As soon as Fall comes around, I always want to put on some cozy leggings, a loose sweater and head up to the mountains. The air is crisper, the leaves actually change color and coffee just tastes better when it’s cold out. This recent change of weather made me think of Chelsea and Patrick’s beautiful wedding in Big Sur, CA. These two Hawaiian yogis tied the knot at The Ventana Inn and it is still, to this day, one of my all-time favorites.
A woodsy and rainy first look
The plan was to have a rain-free weekend with a ceremony under the trees and a reception outside on the patio of the Ventana Inn overlooking the ocean. Well, Mother Nature had a different plan but luckily this couple went with the flow and it turned out to be an incredible wedding weekend nonetheless!
Rain or shine, Chelsea and Patrick were getting married! How adorable was that First Look at Glen Oaks? The girls all stopped getting ready to take a peek. Not gonna lie, I was also peeking from behind a tree.
The ceremony
Originally, we were going to have the ceremony under some of the tall redwoods and we tried so hard to keep the rain away with all sorts of dances and chants but unfortunately it didn’t work. Instead, we escorted guests into a small yet cozy community hall near by and it turned out really fun and colorful.
The reception at the Ventana Inn
The reception took place at the Ventana Inn where we got a clear tent and live music to keep everyone dancing. We set up the long dinner tables inside where it was warm and cozy. Although it wasn’t part of the plan to have dinner inside, the log-cabin feel of the room went really well with our decor.
Take a closer look at these table “numbers”. Each table had a beautiful photo that the couple took of some of their favorite travel places. Such a great way to add a personal touch!
Rain or shine, they danced!
Even with the change in weather, they still danced, ate, drank and ended the night as husband and wife. It was a good wedding to remind myself how amazing my last few years of clients have been. They’ve been ready to go with the flow and are just so happy to be together with their friends and family. And a little rain doesn’t put a damper on their big day!
Planning + Styling ‘Cause We Can Events // Photographer Evynn LeValley // Florals Big Sur Flowers // Venue Ventana Inn // Band Grasskickers // DJ Giancarlo // Rentals Chic Event Rentals
