Exquisite Weddings Magazine

The first thing I saw was Algin standing under a beautiful plumeria tree dressed with bistro lighting, surrounded by roses and candles and overlooking the beach,” recalls his partner, Miguel, who was told its customary to arrive to luaus blindfolded (which is why he was donning one up to this point). yes” to the splashy proposal, the couple took engagement photos on the spot (yes, Algin had thought of hiring a photographer for that, too!) and wrapped up the evening with a private dinner for two under that plumeria tree. The grooms were sure to marry both of their cultures as well on the big day, from a mariachi band playing at cocktail hour to their outfit change into barong tagalogs, traditional Filipino dress shirts. Korie Younger, Bliss Events Entertainment: Movin-Tunes Florals: Organic Elements Hair and Makeup: Unique and Flawless, Andrea Bernal Photography: The Rings:

Andrew and Melissa’s boho-meets-industrial destination wedding was magical in its own right. So, it was only appropriate that they pack their bags for their wedding, set in Liberty Station’s jaw-dropping all-white warehouse, Building 177. And with only 100 guests, it was important the couple create a laid-back experience, complete with cozy lounge areas, photo booths, lawn games, comfort-food stations brimming with the staples—mac and cheese, flatbreads, and tacos—and a full bar of local San Diego craft beers to boot. Little details tied together the couple’s boho-meets-industrial theme, such as incorporating desert flora and cacti in their arrangements and macramé and copper in the decor.

a. Bring on the boho vibes—and all the fringe, lace, sleeves, and flowy details that come with it. An outdoor wedding means you don’t need to stress over little things. all about gathering around your nearest and dearest, and downtown spaces most often deliver on this type of intimacy in a sleek and modern setting—with just enough room to subtly put your personal spins on the big day. You want everyone under the sun to attend your big day, and you’re sure as heck gonna make it your way.

Even when Amanda’s family moved to Houston, hers and Derek’s remained close, visiting each other every summer—and Amanda and Derek even more so. Their intimate family ties of over 20 years were seen in every detail: faux florals arranged by the bride’s cousin, sweets whipped up by the bride’s mom, and the groom’s cousin strumming ceremony music on the ukulele. Amanda, Derek, and their closest family and friends stayed at Condor’s Nest Ranch for three nights total. Derek proposed on New Year’s Eve in Las Vegas—and in a hot air balloon, per Amanda’s request.