Heather loves Nick (Featured on Style Me Pretty!)

Oh how I love this wedding! I was originally approach this time last year by the Mother of the Groom, Joanne. Immediately, I fell in love with this entire family. Heather and Nick compliment each other oh so well, and the creative forces of Mother of the Bride Debbie and Joanne were quite the combination. The entire family chipped in to hand-create many of the items you see here. Most of the details, including all of the stationary, the brooch bridal bouquet and the hand-painted chargers (for 200 guests!) were created by Debbie. Melissa helped tie together all of the details, and designed the florals. All of the hard work and attention to details truly paid off! It was a beautiful day, captured by Acqua Photo. We were so excited when the wedding was featured on Style Me Pretty! See the feature, and all of the beautiful pics below. Heather and Nick, you are an incredible couple on the inside and the outside. Thank you for allowing me to help plan your celebration!

Style Me Pretty Feature:
http://www.stylemepretty.com/2011/11/11/vintage-san-diego-wedding-from-i-do-weddings-acqua-photo#comments

Click here for additional gallery images from the day.
Click here for Acqua Photos' blog post.


Vendors that helped make up the day:
Ceremony: Church of the Immaculate Concepcion
Reception: Marina Village
Florals and Coordination: Melissa, I Do...Weddings!
Photography: Acqua Photo
Music: Daniel Peterson

Renee loves Leland

Renee and Leland got married on August 6th, 2011 at First United Methodist church. I had the special privilege of knowing this couple personally, so helping them with their wedding was like no wedding I had planned before. To be honest it was like meeting and hanging out with friends the whole time. They are such a cute couple and this wedding was a long time coming....Leland:)

The ceremony was held in the same church that Renee's family had been attending for over 30 years. It was a special and memorable place. All of her family had been married there, even her parents, so traditional was the way to go. The amazing window that looked out onto the hillside out side the church made the perfect backdrop to the beautiful wedding. The ceremony was about the only thing that was traditional for the couple though.

The reception was huge! It was all outdoors at the Shelter Island park near Humphry's on the bay. Strung market lights light up the night like stars. Guests crowded the lawn and mingled to great music provided by Joe Woosely. The Hawaiian style feast was a huge hit by Encore catering, and the guests had no idea what was in store for them. Leland did a fire dance for the reception that left the crowd on their feet. The couples first dance was a sassy salsa that they had been practicing for weeks. The small touches of bright colors added to the beautiful water view that everyone got to enjoy. None of this wedding would have gone as smoothly if it weren't for Courtney Young the day of coordinator for the wedding. She made things smooth as silk. This was a party like no other. Renee and Leland were so great to help, and it was awesome to be part of their special day.

Thank you at all the great vendors!

Church: First United Methodist Church

Reception Venue: Shelter Island

Officiant: Molly Vetter: 619-297-4366, Mvetter@fumcsd.org

Florals: Melissa Barrad

Ceremony/Reception Music: Joe Woosely: 619-459-9080, djjoewoolz@yahoo.com

Photographer: Scott Lawrence

Cake: Euro Pastry

Rentals and Catering: Encore Catering(Christine)

Coordinator: I Do...Weddings! Rachel Leber and Courtney Young

Rochelle loves Rob

Rochelle and Rob married this past September at the Scripps Forum on one of those magical fall days where the sunset is just perfect. And, a perfect day it was! It made me so happy to see the bride and groom beaming all day. Although, it was the flower girl that stole the show--their beautiful daughter Gia is the cutest thing ever!

Rochelle and Rob wanted a fun, semi-formal day, with bright colors and decor. Though shells, starfish and sand dollars made an appearance, we worked together to ensure the details were fun, and not too beachy!

Rochelle and Rob, you throw a great party! I so enjoyed seeing you both out on the dance floor, and your reactions to the slideshow. Thank you for your trust, humor, patience and communication throughout the planning process!

Vendors that helped make up the day:

Photography: Kristina Chartier

Videography: Jeff Roldan

Coordination and Florals: Melissa, I Do...Weddings!

Music: Earl Henry

Catering and Baker: The French Gourmet

Shani loves Derek

Shani married Derek on September 23rd, 2011 at Paradise Point Resort. This couple were like two peas in a pod. Made for each other, and stuck close together. They couldn't have picked a better location for their intimate wedding of 40 guests. Shani was adamant about making sure that her friends and family had a good time, and boy did they. 

The ceremony was held on the Sunset Lawn, where the aisle was lined with peacock feathers, and gold sheer swagging from each chair. The weather held out for us and made the later afternoon wedding absolutely gorgeous. A family friend  Mike Mischke performed the ceremony while soft guitar music played in the background. Shani did a lot of the design planning on her own and made the ceremony very personal. Not a dry eye was in the crowd as the couple said their vows...especially Derek.

Soon after guests were invited to the dockside terrace to enjoy some amazing food and music, while the couple took photos along the water. It was a romantic and magical night for the Shani and Derek. The Dockside ballroom was covered in bright colored florals provide by Bethany from My splendid sentiments. The soft glow of the room made the whole reception the intimate space that Shani had hoped for. Great food, music, family and friends made the couples dream come true. I was truly honored to share in their special day!

Thanks to all the amazing vendors who made this wedding possible!

Venue: Paradise Point Resort(Julie)

Officiant: Mike Mischke

Florals: My Splendid Sentiments(Bethany)

Ceremony/cocktail music: Miles Moynier

Reception music: Sound Prodigy(Pat)

Photographer: AS Photography(Aaron)

Cake: Flour Power

Coordinator: I Do...Weddings!(Rachel)