We’d been looking forward to this weekend’s Serendipity Garden wedding for over a year now; and for so many reasons, we know it’s one that we’ll never forget. We met Lauren and Andrew in Big Bear, California for their engagement session last year, and knew right away they were our kind of people. They are two of the sweetest, most adventurous people, and they are so much fun to be around! Their wedding was tucked in the hills of Oak Glen at a private oasis over nearly eight acres. Serene ponds, towering pines and nearly a thousand white roses made this venue absolutely magical.
Lauren and Andrew, it was striking to us how much love you have for your family and friends. Your caring and concern for other is like almost nothing we’ve seen before. We loved how you brought together the people that mean most to you to celebrate your perseverance through good and bad times. Thank you for the honor and privilege. From the bottom of our heart, thank you for trusting us with documenting one of the most important days of your life. We wish you nothing but the best that marriage has to offer.
The day began in the Beauty Cottage at Serendipity Garden Weddings. It was a gorgeous room with white walls, white bedding, and wide open windows…Lauren stole my heart with her Kate Spade wedding shoes…
…and who isn’t obsessed with the Jo Malone peony & blush suede perfume?! It’s divine.
Everyone swooned over her Blush Bridal Boutique Hayley Paige dress when we took it outside to hang it up…
To have more room, Lauren decided to get ready outside with all of her bridesmaids.
They all looked adorable in their matching robes…
…and before we knew it, it was time for Lauren and Andrew’s first look…
He gave her the biggest smile when he saw her…
She cried. He cried. We cried!
After they wiped their tears of joy, Andrew spun her around so he could get a good look at her…
After their first look, they exchanged gifts. Lauren was especially excited for Andrew to open hers…
She totally surprised him and secretly had a boudoir shoot done before their wedding. His face was priceless…
After the initial shock of flipping through the book together, we got ready to do bridal party photos. The chandelier tunnel was jaw dropping…
The bridal party was a fun group of close family and friends…
Lauren surrounded her self with some of the most thoughtful bridesmaids…they all took such great care of her throughout the day.
So many giggle and inside jokes shared…
The florist Flowers, Ect. did an amazing job with all of the bouquets.
With a threatening chance of rain right before the ceremony began, the skies cleared and the weather was perfect.
As guests looked towards the rose bushes, a horse and carriage descended with Lauren and her dad inside.
Lauren’s dad proudly walked her down the aisle…
Sniffles and tears began when Lauren’s dad gave her final hug before giving her away to the man of her dreams…
They exchanged their personally written vows with each other…
During the ceremony they did whats called a black and tan. The black beer was a Guiness and the white beer was a fat tire.
Officially Mr. and Mrs!!!
After the ceremony, the celebration moved to the gorgeous cocktail terrace while.
We love those first moments as husband and wife…
Guests mingled while enjoying a cocktail, appetizers, and magnificent views while we awaited a golf cart to take us across the street.
The Serendipity Garden Wedding venue was the absolute perfect location to host all their friends and family…
The Olivine Collective made sure no decor detail was forgotten…
Even the bride and groom sweetheart table was perfect!
Guests indulged in a delicious catered meal at long, family-style tables.
We loved the blush and gold tones throughout the decor!
Michelle’s Bakery did such a wonderful job with the cake!
Meanwhile, we had taken a golf cart across the street to capture the glowing sunset…
It was nothing short of amazing!
When the sun set, we watched as Lauren and Andrew shared their first dance…
Then all the guests danced the night away under the twinkling cafe lights, ate s’mores and sang their favorite songs.
After an incredibly fun day, Lauren and Andrew left for their honeymoon through a tunnel of sparklers…
Have an amazing honeymoon you two!!! Thanks to the amazing team of people that made this happen…
Wedding Venue : Serendipity Garden Weddings
Wedding Dress : Blush Bridal Boutique Hayley Paige
Bridesmaids Dresses :Â Alfred Angelo
Wedding Shoes : Kate Spade
Makeup :Â Salon Maison
Wedding Decor : The Olivine Collective
Wedding Cake :Â Michelle’s Bakery
Florals : Flowers, Etc.Â
What a beautiful wedding, and you did such a great job of capturing all the special moments! They will sure love looking at all these memories for years to come! Love your work! ?
Nice wedding, and you did such an incredible activity of catching all the exceptional minutes! They will sure love taking a gander at all these recollections for a considerable length of time to come!