Madison and Andrew wanted their wedding to feel like autumn in Ojai: rich, warm and a little moody. It started with the invitations, set on deep green velvet with their monogram in gold.
The groomsmen wore relaxed tan suits. The bridesmaids wore mismatched dresses in olive, moss and chocolate brown, so the wedding party looked like the valley in fall. Madison wore a tiered, romantic gown and a long veil that the littlest guests couldn’t resist playing with.
The ceremony took place on the lawn beneath tall trees, with low banks of white hydrangeas and garden roses framing the couple instead of an arch. When it was over, the whole lawn cheered.
After golden-hour portraits in the meadow grasses, everyone moved into the Farmhouse. Inside, we lowered the lights and let candles and chandeliers do the work. Long tables and rounds were set with green velvet chairs, and low arrangements ran down the center of each table. Dark curtains wrapped the room so it felt intimate, even full of family and friends.
The dancing went late, and so did the after party. A few of the youngest guests didn’t make it to the end, and that’s always the sign of a great night.
Vendor credits:
- Venue: the Farmhouse at Ojai Valley Inn
- Photography: Michelle Beller Photography
- Planning and design: Sonia Hopkins Events
- Florals: Ojala Floral
- Beauty: TEAM Hair & Makeup
- Rentals: BBJ La Tavola, Theoni Collection, Avenue Twelve, Ventura Rental Party & Events
- Lighting: Bella Vista Designs
- Music: Design Sound, West Coast Music, Good Mood
- Stationary: Caroline Haines