Posts Tagged ‘L’Auberge’

High School Sweethearts

Friday, October 16th, 2009

We first met Annie when we helped coordinate her sister’s wedding a few years ago at their parents Encinitas home. So, we were thrilled to get a call when Annie got engaged to her high school sweetheart, Curtis! Being San Diego natives and sharing a love for the ocean, selecting L’Auberge Del Mar for their wedding just came naturally. And, Sea Grove Park was the ideal backdrop for their cliff side ceremony. Navy blue, lime green and crisp white was the preferred palette, so Annette Gomez created a clean look with white calla lilies and bright green wheat grass, anchored by a beautiful bamboo structure for the ceremony, and orchids, dahlias, roses, and a touch of lime for the reception arrangements. Michael Tiernan serenaded the guests during the ceremony and cocktail hour, and then put on his DJ hat for dinner and dancing. He is so talented! Instead of table numbers, Annie and Curtis framed pictures of their favorite eating spots in San Diego. As guests entered the ballroom for dancing and dessert, ladies were given navy blue flip flops with personalized size tags. Instead of traditional wedding cake, Annie and Curtis opted for an ice cream station stocked with all their favorite toppings! It was a beautiful day captured by the ever so talented Jennifer Dery, who never disappoints with her amazing photos. 

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An Intimate Affair

Thursday, September 24th, 2009

Patti and Ji flew from Maryland to marry at L’Auberge Del Mar (Kecia you rock!) with their closest family and friends. It was a small, intimate affair that was so beautifully done! (if I say so myself!) The ceremony, cocktail hour and reception were all in the same location at L’Auberge. Which worked out quite nicely with only 40 guests. Jennifer Cole created a gorgeous arch for the couple to marry under and later was moved over the cake table. Loved the hanging orchids! We did long rectangular tables which looked incredible on the terrace. Each guest was able to enjoy the breath taking sunset. (that was planned too) Tim Altbaum got the guests up and dancing and Michael Norwood captured the day with sophistication. Great job team!!  

 

 

East Coast Love

Tuesday, September 15th, 2009

Jamie and Joel planned their wedding from the east coast. This was a true destination wedding with all their guests coming from out of town to attend the celebration. We designed an entire weekend for Jamie, Joel and their guests to enjoy. On arrival, they were greeted with cocktails and hors d’ oeuvres at L’Auberge. The next day some guests went to the Zoo (Jamie is an animal lover), while others went golfing at the Torrey Pines Golf Course. Later all the guests reunited over a dinner at Candelas on the bay in Coronado. Each guest could relax knowing transportation to and from each event was taken care of. We even kept their appetites satisfied with snacks and cold water along the way.

The wedding was at L’Auberge on a beautiful Sunday afternoon. The entire theme of the wedding was based on Jamie’s wedding dress, which was covered with delicate little cherry blossoms. From the welcome bag totes to the menu cards on each place setting, we carried the cherry blossom motif throughout. It was adorable! Jamie told us the colors she wanted and basically let us create the rest. It was a team effort between Annette and our EverAfter Events team. We had so much fun brainstorming ideas to go with the theme. It is such a treat when our brides trust us like that, letting us go crazy with all our creative ideas! The wedding was on the Sunset Terrace and was decorated traditionally with a customized ivory runner and soft petals scattered on it. The chuppah was beautifully draped in champagne color fabric, adorned with orchids and spray roses and was over 8ft. tall for Rabbi Ian. Love him! For the reception on the Pacific Terrace, we had tables draped in soft antique rose-colored linens made by Wild Flower Linens. The head table had custom clips of fabric made that hung from each corner of the table, as well as the chairs. It was stunning! The crowd was entertained by the amazing NRG, who did a fantastic job on such a warm day! The cake, made by CAKE, was gorgeous, with an umbrella hanging over it dripping with balls of flowers and ivy. When we showed Jamie the reception area, she started to hyperventilate….she was so thrilled! What a compliment. Thank you, Garrett, for taking such phenomenal photos!

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J+J=Love

Thursday, September 10th, 2009

Jill and Jack Johnson were a true delight to work with! Such a savvy couple filled with impeccable taste and style with so much love for each other. Jill wore a stunning gown from M Bride with her “something blue” Christian Louboutin heels. We created a sleek, contemporary feel with the ultra amazing Kathy Wright & Co. at the chic L’Auberge Del Mar with a color palette of black, white and touches of lime green. Their initials popped everywhere from the name card table, dance floor and waterfall to the mini champagne bottle favors. The exquisite signage was designed by Posh Paperie.  Much thanks to the super fabulous, Jasmine Star for capturing the gorgeous shots and the talented Curtis of Living Cinema for shooting the perfect day.