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A Neutral, Elegant Wedding in Ojai, CA

Busy work schedules meant that Annemarie and Ante had a narrow window of time that would work for their wedding--it had to be in early winter. When we

Busy work schedules meant that Annemarie and Ante had a narrow window of time that would work for their wedding--it had to be in early winter. When weather concerns ruled out their hometowns, they decided on sunny Southern California. Using muted shades of cream, sage, taupe and blush, they crafted a formal yet relaxed night that flowed organically from outdoors to in.

Colorful Wonton Cup Appetizers
Ojai Valley Inn & Spa Wedding Ceremony
Clean Wedding Cake with Magnolia Flowers
Formal Wedding Attire
Custom Vince Camuto Bridal Shoes
Rustic stone planters filled with fern fronds, greenery and peach, white and lilac roses bookended the outdoor-ceremony aisle.
Modified Vera Wang Fawn Gown
Black Tie Wedding Attire
Neutral tones and warm candlelight brought the romantic evening to life. Ornate candelabras and gathered arrangements of berries, amaryllis, hydrangeas, peonies ad pastel-colored roses dotted the cozy tables.
Muted Organic Ceremony Decor
The elegant invitations were engraved in subtle white ink. For an impressive final detail, the envelopes were sealed with wax.
Annemarie's sisters wore the same custom-made cream dress with embroidered cap sleeves.
White Winter Bridal Bouquet
Trail Mix Wrapped in Burlap
Rustic Natural Centerpiece
Long ribbons of hand-dyed habutai silk flowed from Annemarie's bouquet, adding a casual touch to the cascading layers of Chantilly lace and organza of her feminine gown.
Elegant Reception Lounge
Subtle Organic Ceremony Flowers