Lindsey & Chris are wine aficionados, and chose to have their wedding at the gorgeous LaFond Winery and Vineyards in the Santa Ynez Valley. Their wedding day was truly a hand-crafted affair with fabric bunting and napkins made by Lindsay and Chris and Lindsay’s mother. I brought in twinkle lights, paper lanterns, TONS of two-toned purple confetti, and of course all of the floral decor. We created a loose, wild, rustic look with wildflowers, seasonal blooms, and fresh herbs. Tablescapes included potted plants such as lavender, hyacinth and assorted herbs, small arrangements and bud vases of iris, mint, and lilac, and collections of antique books and cork “confetti.” Lindsey & Chris’ ceremony was one of the most personal, meaningful services I’ve ever witnessed. Instead of a traditional unity candle or a sand or tea ceremony, they chose to plant a grapevine from the vineyard together! And because they care deeply about the environment, their wedding was entirely “green.” It was truly a magical weekend, and I was honored to be a part of it. Lindsey & Chris, I know you have an amazing life ahead of you, together, and I’m so glad that I get to continue watching it unfold!
CREDITS | Photography: Lauryl Lane | Floral & Event Design, Styling: Lauryl Lane (Die-cut stickers on vases: Brenda Walton’s Flora & Fauna scrapbooking collection)| Planning: The Bride & Groom | Day of Coordination: withGrace Productions | Venue: LaFond Winery & Vineyards | Catering: Events by Pierre LaFond | Desserts: Enjoy Cupcakes | Wedding Dress: Designed by the Bride, Constructed by Laura’s Bridal in Burbank | Makeup: Brittany Williams, The Perfect Face | Hair: Ashley Bule, Trichology Salon | Invitations: The Bride & Jordan Kolasinski | Bridal Jewelry: Beyond the Rockz | Special thanks also to my assistants on this event, Samuel Threadgill & Kelsey Sillerud.
What a fun and gorgeous wedding, Lauryl! I love that you included mint in the bouquets. That just makes me happy.
Thank you, Krista! The mint in the bouquets smelled soooo good! Someday I want to do a Spring wedding ALL in herbs & fresh veggies!
Great pics, comments and sharing your version of this awesome day. You did such a fantistic job on my daughter’s wedding! It was such a pleasure meeting and working with you!
Oh Kathleen, you are SO welcome! It was such a special day and such a pleasure to meet you, too. Thank you again for all your hard work on the bunting– top notch!!! xoxo
Triple YAY!!!!!!!!! Thank you for making my dream come true. I love you.
I love YOU!!! xoxo
Lauryl, thanks so much for sharing this blog. I live in Oklahoma and unfortunately did not get to witness this amazing ceremony. With your descriptions of the events and decor, I felt like I some how was a part. Excellent job. I love it.
Hi Misty! I’m so sorry you weren’t able to be at the wedding, but I’m glad that I was able to share a taste of it with you! Thank you so much!
We love the look of this wedding. Obviously, it’s eco-friendliness is right up our street! The photos are beautiful and we’ve used some of them in our latest post @ No Impact Bride. Hope you don’t mind.
http://www.noimpactbride.com/2011/07/live-plants-for-decorations-favours.html
Thanks,
Chamonix
Thank you! I strive to be eco-friendly always, so while this particular wedding LOOKS eco-friendly, in fact, ALL of my events are created from an environmentally-conscience standpoint. I don’t mind at all that you used my photo- thank you for the proper credit & link and for letting me know! Best! -LL