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A Garth Brooks Concert Led to This Ethereal Garden-Themed Wedding

Wednesday, June 3, 2020

Garth Brooks might have friends in low places but, it turns out, he also has soulmates in the 10th row of his concerts. At least, that’s how Kaylie and Tyler see it, as they first locked eyes at one of the country …

On Newsstands Now! Our February/March Cover Is Pure Wedded Bliss

Monday, January 27, 2020

They say third time’s a charm. But in the case of our February/March 2020 cover, it’s Fiona and Jared’s third wedding that had us totally charmed—so much so that we deemed their big day cover worthy. The San Diego sweethearts said “I …

Nikki and TJ’s Elegant Garden Wedding

Tuesday, August 6, 2019

Sometimes moms do know best. At least that was the case when TJ’s mom called Nikki to ask for help solving her son’s problem of having no prom date. “Even though Nikki was good friends with my sister, I had never actually …

Cassie & Dustin’s Autumn Garden Wedding in Balboa Park

Wednesday, September 12, 2018

By Jordan Lemke Cassie and Dustin called in an appropriate favor from their friends on their big day at Balboa Park’s Japanese Friendship Garden—they asked guests to abide by a phone-free ceremony! Sans distractions, the bride navigated a petal-lined aisle, styled by …

Briley and Vicki’s Boho Chic Fallbrook Wedding

Monday, March 5, 2018

By Jordan Lemke Briley and Vicki met in middle school, but are no middle school sweethearts. Their romance kicked off later in life and has persevered through challenging careers and adventures since. Vicki works in a high-stress ER as a registered nurse, …

Bridget and Molly’s Secret Garden Wedding

Monday, February 26, 2018

By Jordan Lemke Leaving the nest is a big step for anyone, but unbeknownst to Bridget and Molly, move-in day their freshmen year at Indiana University meant so much more. “We were both tired and sweaty from lugging boxes and mini-fridges up …

Elizabeth and Jimmy’s Elegant Carlsbad Garden Real Wedding

Thursday, May 25, 2017

Elizabeth Farasy, 47, and Jimmy L’Esperance, 49, live in Tulsa, Oklahoma, but when they saw the lush terraces at Carlsbad’s Aviara Resort, they knew that’s where they wanted to tie the knot. Elizabeth, a medical sales account manager, and Jimmy, a urologic …

Candice and Granger’s Intimate Rancho Bernardo Garden Real Wedding

Thursday, May 4, 2017

Soon after meeting Candice Colon, 31, on Match.com, Boston native Granger Beaton, 30, made their relationship official with a Sprinkles cupcake on Valentine’s Day, and later took it to the next level with a rose gold engagement ring and a romantic sunset-on-the-beach …

Point Loma Real Wedding: Katie and Garrett

Wednesday, November 9, 2016

Katie & Garrett tied the knot this September at The Thursday Club in Point Loma. Bride Katie chose beautiful details with lace and soft pink shades. We love the flower girl’s sweet dress that tied in perfectly with the bridesmaid’s dresses. Katie’s grandma baked her favorite banana pudding …

Vista Valley Country Club Real Wedding: Paige & Eric

Monday, October 3, 2016

When Eric Leboffe, 28, and Paige Chrisman, 26, played mini golf on their first date back in 2014, the loser had to treat the victor to Cold Stone ice cream. But we’re pretty sure they both ended up winners. After a helicopter …

Botanic Garden Real Wedding Jillian and Adam

Botanic Garden Encinitas Real Wedding: Jillian and Adam

Monday, October 3, 2016

Jillian Hunter, 29, “immediately noticed the good-looking man” living next door when she moved into a Pacific Beach apartment complex in 2008. Within a few weeks, that man, 34-year-old Adam Thayer, asked her out, and they’ve been together since. After a surprise …

Garden Estate Real Wedding: Christina & Jeremy

Friday, June 24, 2016

Christina and Jeremy were married at Twin Oaks Garden Estate in San Marcos with its quaint rustic touches, china, and antiques that adorn the property. We love all the special touches the bride planned: hand made hanky’s to catch tears, a special table for relatives …