Wednesday, June 19, 2013 Posted in Weddings
Tiffany and Bill were both born in Texas (“where all good things come from”) but they didn’t have the pleasure of meeting until they both happened to be chillin’ with “$1 Miller Lites and tater tots” at a little place called Mac’s Café on High St. in Ohio. Bill knew the moment he saw Tiffany walk through that door, he would one day steal her heart and marry that girl. And on this lovely spring day in Charleston, South Carolina, just after a brewing storm had cleared, that’s exactly what he did!
And they did it with style! Coordination was rocked out by Candice Hilse of Yoj Events. Tiffany’s bouquet by Branch Design Studio was a gorgeous array of natural greens and pops of color. It was made from ranunculus, peonies, succulents and dusty miller which formed the perfect combination of elegance and unique style.
To enhance the close and intimate feel of their ceremony, Tiffany and Bill had friends and family gather in a close circle around them to witness them exchange their vows.
After almost eight years (and, as they will no-doubt remind you, 7 Ohio State victories over Michigan) – Tiffany and Bill are finally married! Congrats you two!! <3
CREDITS: McCrady’s in Charleston, SC / Wedding Coordination: Yoj Events / Floral: Branch Design Studio / Wedding Photography: Chelsea Nicole Photography / Band: Mr. Potato Head / Officiant: Terry Wilson / Transportation: Charleston Black Cab Co
Tuesday, June 4, 2013 Posted in Weddings
Wednesday, May 22, 2013 Posted in Weddings
It’s hard to know where to start with Liz and Jean. These two have become amazing friends to both Jayse and I through several fun photo-shoots and mini-adventures together over the past few years. You may remember them from their L.A. County Fair & Griffith Park engagement session that was featured on SMP earlier this year.
As you can probably tell from the photos, Liz and Jean are one of those couples you always feel happy just being around. I think part of it is that it’s easy to tell just how much they love each other, and how much they appreciate having good friends around.
And that’s how this wedding felt – a bunch of good friends and family gathering in sunny California for a stunning destination wedding on the romantic grounds of Greystone Mansion in Beverly Hills. The talented coordination trio, Scheme Events, was there to make sure every detail was in place and the entire day went flawless!
The morning started at The W Hotel in Hollywood, getting ready surrounded by close friends and loved ones.
I adored all the detail and love put into Liz and Jean’s wedding. The gorgeous floral was artfully created by the amazing team at Layers of Lovely, and custom letterpress invites were designed and made by Paper & Home.
For their first look, I brought Jean to a quiet private place between a long pathway of towering cypress trees. I think five years of loving Liz, and waiting for this day must have flooded Jean when he turned around to see his bride for the first time that day. His expression said it all.
The ceremony took place on the garden lawn, with a historic fountain and archway of soft peach and pink rose strands as the centerpiece.
The happy newlyweds – Mr. and Mrs. Sanchez! <3
The desert table was to die for (and incredibly delicious too!) Designed by Liz with the main cake by Peridot Sweets and smaller cakes and deserts by Sweet & Saucy Shop.
For their first dance as husband and wife Liz and Jean were serenaded by Frank Sinatra who sung “The Way You Look Tonight”.
A couple days after the wedding we met back up for an after-session and more photos in beautiful San Juan Capistrano:
L+J: Jayse and I love you guys!!! Congrats on finally tying the knot and becoming Mr & Mrs! You two are so perfect for each other. :-)
The fantastic team:
Wedding Venue: Greystone Mansion in Beverly Hills, California / Wedding Coordination: Scheme Events / Flowers: Layers of Lovely Floral Design / Invitations + Paper goods: Paper & Home / Custom chargers + decor: The Pottery Shop / Wedding Photography: Chelsea Nicole Photography / Catering: Wolfgang Puck / Entertainment: Frank Sinatra-Gary Anthony, Violinist-Tamboura Baptiste / Hair and Makeup: Le Brian Salon / DJ: Hey Mister DJ / Videographers: Something New Films / Officiant: JP Reynolds / Main Cake: Peridot Sweets / Mini-cakes and Desserts: Sweet & Saucy Shop / Rentals: Elm Concierge Rentals / Vintage Rentals: The Wooden Trunk + Layers of Lovely
Who could have guessed that a chance conversation, three years ago while on vacation, walking the Las Vegas strip, would lead to a marriage. Well sometimes it’s the simplest beginnings that lead to the strongest relationships. Savannah and Shane are living proof of this. They dated long distance for 2 years before settling in their current home in San Francisco.
To celebrate the next step of their adventures in life together, they decided to have their engagement photos in some of their favorite places close to home. The first of which are from Stow Lake, in Golden Gate Park:
One of Savannah and Shane’s favorite things to do is hike to pretty locations and have gourmet picnics. So, after boating around the lake, of course we just had to have a bite to eat in the meadow with their adorable maltese, Bexley (who will also be the ring bearer for their wedding). I think he rather enjoyed it!
We ended our day enjoying the sunset along Baker Beach. :-)
Savannah and Shane will be returning to Vegas, where it all started, for an outdoor wedding at the gorgeous Legend’s Ranch. Check back this fall for their wedding photos!
Monday, April 8, 2013 Posted in Weddings
Guin and Eric met at a softball game and soon became fast friends. They started just hanging out after the games, until one night things heated up a notch! While out at a house party, Guin’s friends mentioned that Eric was ‘totally into her’. Guin decided to take matters into her own hands, pinning Eric in a corner of the room and planting a kiss on him. It must have been an amazing first kiss. Fast forward 4 years, Guin and Eric are officially husband and wife!
Their wedding day was a laid-back, fun destination affair that took place at the gorgeous Springs Preserve in Las Vegas. And with the talented team at Scheme Events coordinating the day went absolutely perfect! 
To add an romantic touch to Guin & Eric’s outdoor ceremony in the Garden Arboretum, the wedding arch was adorned with vines, burlap fabric and an elegant chandelier.
The reception took place in the Gardens Terrace. All the beautiful floral was by Layers of Lovely, and the bistro sting lights provided by Kevin Cordova at LED Unplugged created a magical ambiance throughout the night. :-)
Wedding Venue: The Springs Preserve in Las Vegas, Nevada / Wedding Coordination: Scheme Events / Wedding Photography: Chelsea Nicole Photography / Flowers: Layers of Lovely Floral Design / DJ: Harry “O” Productions / Hair & Makeup: Makeup in the 702 / Lighting: LED Unplugged / Officiant:
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For more, check out the feature on Scheme Events Blog: Guin and Eric’s Springs Preserve Las Vegas Wedding
It was Holly’s last few days at the Quileute Indian reservation where she was doing volunteer work. Wednesday night was the weekly drum circle where residents would gather for food and festivities. Holly was working the dessert station serving her special home-made Chex Puppy Chow when Vince first laid eyes on her. Being the only two on the reservation who actually knew what this sugary dessert was, they instantly hit it off. But while Vince admits her puppy chow was extremely delicious, he says it was Holly’s smile that won him over. :-)
This June they’re heading back to where it all began: La Push, Washington! They’re saying their I Do’s on the 3-year anniversary of the day they first met. And yes, there will be drummers and there will be puppy chow! I can’t wait for the big day! But in the meantime here’s a few images from their engagement session:
Holly: It must have been the Chex puppy chow I served for dessert at the drum circle that made Vince want to follow me home :) I was volunteering with Global Citizens Network and Vince was working a summer job on the reservation. Vince came through the dessert line at the drum circle with his sweet smile, excited to try some of my homemade Chex puppy chow.
He turned out to be my knight in shining armor! I ended up locking myself out of my cabin – I couldn’t find any of my cabin mates so Vince helped me break in…twice! Seconds after he got me in the first time, I forgot the key on the kitchen counter…again :) He still wanted to hang out with me after that – definitely must have been the puppy chow, haha
Vince is a self proclaimed ‘popcorn addict’. They even have a B.Y.O.P (Bring Your Own Popcorn) sign on their mantle.
Vince: I have to admit, although the chex puppy chow was extremely delicious, it was Holly’s smile that caught my attention! I waited forever, well 45 minutes (but it seemed like forever), for her to finally step away from her group of friends so I would have a chance to talk to her. It was well worth the wait, who says you can’t meet your soul mate at a Native American drum circle.
During the first year of their relationship (while things were still long-distance), Vince would hand-write Holly love letters on baseballs. :-)
Vince’s family owns a gun factory that makes assault riffles and Holly and him love going shooting together, so they brought along a few toys. ;-)
You may remember Sarah and Clay from their sexy, playful 
S + C: Mazel tov! Wishing you two a lifetime of happiness. :-) May you always be this crazy in love!
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