Megan Smith, 25, and Ben Vondrak, 29, first met on the rooftop of the W San Diego during an event for the San Diego Film Festival. At the time, they were both involved in other relationships. They continued to run into each other at events around town, but it was a chance encounter at The Casbah that brought the two together. Two years later, Ben surprised Megan with a candlelit proposal at her parents’ home in Scottsdale, Arizona. The couple tied the knot in front of 250 guests in a beautiful ceremony at the Park Hyatt Aviara. —Katelyn Montero

September 14, 2013

THEIR TALENTED TEAM

Coordination: Couture Events
Photography: True Photography Weddings
Ceremony, Reception, Cake, and Catering: Park Hyatt Aviara
Florals: Blush Botanicals
Ceremony Music: Michael Tiernan, Still Listening Productions
Reception Music: Wayne Foster Music & Entertainment
Gown: Monique Lhuillier
Shoe: Kate Spade New York
Paper Elements: Nic.Roc. Designs
Hair and Makeup: Audra René Studio
Rentals: Raphael’s Party Rentals
Officiant: Dr. Tim Scott
Photo Booth: Mobile Photo Booth