When James Gallivan, a 25-year-old known for being a jokester, got down on one knee at a Napa winery in front of Karina Hale, her parents, and a group of wine-tasting strangers, the 26-year-old’s first thought was, He’d better not be fake proposing to me right now. He wasn’t, and the couple married at Karina’s great-grandfather’s Ramona ranch in May; the circular ceremony made even their 250-guest wedding feel intimate.
“Stay true to you and your husband. Don’t get caught up in ‘perfection,’” Karina advises. “Nothing is perfect, but if you center your day on your top values, everything will fall into place.”

“The moment I put this dress on, I had a feeling it may be the one,” Karina remembers. “When I came out of the dressing room, my friends and family started crying. It was the perfect fit and the lace was like nothing I’d ever seen.”

“My great-grandfather turned 99 this year and was so honored to have us be married on his land,” says Karina. “We both fell completely in love with the pastures, the trees, and a space that we could truly make one of a kind.”

Krispy Kreme treats got the VIP treatment and guests were able to grab dessert at this charming donut bar.

Their Talented Team:

Coordinator: Couture Events 
Photography: Bryan N. Miller Photography
Ceremony and Reception: Karina’s great-grandfather’s ranch
Cinema: Amari Productions
Florals: Posies Flowers 858-693-7673
Catering: Eastbound Bar & Grill,  Tacos and Gorditas
Musician: Still Listening Productions 
Dress: Elle Bridal Boutique 
Dessert: Krispy Kreme 
Hair: Shawna Messner
Signage: Twinkle & Toast
Marquee Lights: My Marquee SD
Backdrops: Stuart Breeden Graphic ID
Bar: Snake Oil Cocktail
Bride’s dress and accessories: Elle Bridal Boutique
Bridesmaid’s Dresses: Vow To be Chic
Groom & Groomsmen Attire: Men’s Wearhouse
Bride’s Hair: Shawna Messner
Bridesmaid Hair: KC Witkamp
Makeup: Makeup by Kandice
Rentals: Platinum Pro  Classic Party Rentals
Photo Booth: Mobile Photo Booth
Officiant: Paul Murray