A beachside spread with bright florals, artistic desserts, and ocean-hued place settings make the most of this season. GET THE LOOK Photography: Jessica Rice Photography Coordination, Styling, and Florals: Love Anne Joy Rentals: Sweet Salvage Rentals Canopy: Sweet Jelly Parties Tabletop: Cherished Rentals Styling and Signage: Happily Ever …

From their first official date—a Padres game at Petco Park—to their spring wedding at Stone Brewing World Bistro and Gardens at Liberty Station, Jordan Gardner and Kristen Coker’s love story is a totally San Diego affair. The Pacific Beach–based couple celebrated their …

Your big day’s gonna go by in a blur. So why not pick a perfume that will remind you of it for years to come? We asked some of our favorite wedding coordinators to give us custom scent suggestions for a few …

Hotel marketer Drew Manios, 43, and event planner Erica Ahlin, 40, may have met online in 2014, but their courtship was old-school romance—they got to know each other over the phone. They’re both San Diegans now, but at the time, Erica lived …

An airy venue, cascading greenery, and sweet rustic details make it clear that spring has sprung. GET THE LOOK Photography and Fashiong Styling: Heidi-o-photo Event Design and Styling: Lauren Sharon Florals: Organic Elements Rentals: To Be Designed Custom Craft Cocktails: Snake Oil Cocktail Company …

The stars aligned for Allison Flaker when she was at a bar one night in 2010 and saw the “tall, bearded, and crazy handsome” Trader Joe’s employee, Jeffrey Derr, whom she’d been eyeing on her grocery trips. She introduced herself and the …

Black onyx represents strength, seriousness, and elegance. The gemstone is often associated with protection and is thought to absorb and transform negative vibes, helping to prevent the drain of personal energy—especially crucial during times of stress. GET THE LOOK 1. Black and White Statement …

San Diego natives David Aguierre III, 28, and Erika Bigbie, 27, met in October 2014 when they were in the same police academy class. And that’s exactly where David took Erika when he proposed in March 2016, and where they celebrated with …

Cake artist Stevi Auble is also a formally trained interior designer, so it’s no surprise that her delectable creations are known for their modern, minimalist aesthetic. Here, the San Diego–based dessert designer gives her tips for getting the wedding cake of your …

Though they live in Fullerton now, Christopher von Voigt, 27, and Samantha Spaulding, 25, met while they were both working at Kimpton Solamar Hotel in downtown San Diego—cute valet Chris quickly caught Sam’s eye from her spot as a front desk agent. …

Whitney Welch, 33, may have woken up with laryngitis on her wedding day, but lip-syncing her vows to her husband, Nicholas Kirmse, 38, while the officiant read them aloud is still one of her favorite moments from the ceremony. The Las Vegas–based …

California couple Justin Lee and Kelsey Todd make taking engagement photos look easy as pie (and breathtakingly gorgeous). Here, Kelsey offers tips for getting the most out of your pre-wedding pics. Why would you recommend doing an engagement shoot? Having your photo taken …