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This wedding was total gorgeousness. Seb and Brian wanted an elegant, romantic, candlelit wedding with a touch of rustic charm. Their incredible Spanish-styled venue, Villa Del Sol, is a hidden courtyard tucked behind a few bars and restaurants in Downtown Fullerton. It's a beautiful little oasis from the rambunctious nightlife all around.

Brian and Seb chose a gorgeous color palette of dusty rose, lavender, and silver against a canvas of deep brown. One of the motifs was trees- dark wooden boxes for the centerpieces, manzanita branches for the ceremony, beautiful tree-stamped programs and bits of eucalyptus used as escort cards. The flowers of the day included roses, hydrangea, lisianthus, giant dinner plate dahlias, and fragrant sprigs of fresh English lavender. Hundreds and hundreds of mason jar candles added a warm glow to the long banquet tables. The atmosphere was classy yet cozy at the same time.

All of the following images are courtesy of talented Dennis Viera Photography. They captured the night so beautifully!

Labeled mason jars awaiting bouquets. Seb thought of everything!

Her Christian Louboutin shoes.

Her stunning hair adornment made of ruffled sheer fabric and beads.

Seb carried a simple bouquet of roses, dahlias, and deep purple hydrangea, wrapped in lace to match her gown.

My hubby hard at work hanging mason jar lanterns on the tall manzanita trees . It was Brian's idea to do a color gradation from pink roses on the bottom to lavender roses on the top. I love when grooms aren't afraid to collaborate on flowers!

Each dahlia was as big as my open hand.

His tie was the perfect silvery lavender shade.

Sweet corsages of ranuncula, lisianthus, pink snowberries, and sprigs of English lavender.

How cute are these silvery Anthropologie dresses? I love the demure silhouette, and the rosettes are just lovely. One of the prettiest bridal parties ever! The girls carried fluffy bouquets of white dahlias, roses, and hydrangea.

My favorite detail, created by the bride and groom: Beautiful programs printed on handmade paper with embedded cosmo seeds. Guests are able to plant their programs and hopefully see a gorgeous bloom in its place! I took a program home with me- I'll let you know if it starts to blossom. I'm great with cut flowers, but not so good with flowers in dirt.

A touching ceremony:

As the evening unfolded, the mason jars were lit, and the tables moved to the center of the courtyard. The scene was dazzling!

I loved working with the fresh sprigs of English lavender all week- I felt like I was at Burke Williams having a spa day. The silvery pink roses are called “Faith”, now one of my favorite varieties. You have to see them in person - the color is magical.

Simple wooden boxes were stained a deep brown- a nice alternative to vases or urns.

I can't take credit for any of the following details- these were all the genius ideas of the bride and groom.

Rosemary sprigs in the glasses- such a pretty touch.

Pretty water.

Pretty cake.

I love this idea- eucalyptus sprigs used for escort cards. Tiny birds swooped down to carry these little sprigs in their mouths and delivered them to each guest. In my little fantasy world! But that would be so cute.

Score! An awesome party favor that guests could munch on.

Brian and Seb, thank you for being so wonderful, considerate, and creative. You were a dream to work with! If weddings are a reflection of the couple, your wedding proves that you are elegant, laid-back, romantic, heartfelt and full of joy. Enjoy your life together as man and wife- may God bless you abundantly and guide your every step!

Thanks again to Dennis Viera Photography for sharing these images with me. You are awesome!