Amy + Kirill’s Wedding was different. In a good way of course. It was important to them to keep the ceremony intimate and special. We did an early morning ceremony (did you see that amazing romantic morning fog??) at Cordiano Winery followed by a full vegan breakfast and some toasts. Later that evening, Amy switched dresses and they had a kick ass party with the best vegan catering I’ve ever had! Amy is a vegan, Kirill is not. But Kirill wanted his bride to be able to enjoy everything edible at their wedding which I thought was such a sweet gesture. Their wedding had some of the most thoughtful and beautiful details I’ve seen. Shout out to Kim at Cordiano for making the gorgeousness happen! 

Ceremony Venue: Cordiano Winery
Reception Venue: Private Home
Photographer: Melissa McClure Photography
Coordinator, Designer & Cake: Kim with Cordiano Winery
Florist: Tessfresh
Ceremony Rentals: Rickety Swank

Courtney and Drew’s lovely faces are gracing the pages of the latest Exquisite Weddings Magazine! I highly recommend picking up this edition – so many real weddings in here, it’s awesome!

It was a beautiful and windy day in Rancho Mirage at the Ritz Carlton. We started out at Courtney’s parents home which was filled to the brim with excitement. The ceremony was heartfelt and full of laughter when Courtney’s veil attacked Drew! After, everyone partied til midnight and dined on amazing food and cake!

Coordination: Michelle Stansfield, Chic Production
Photography: Melissa McClure Photography
Ceremony, Reception, Catering, and Cake: The Ritz Carlton, Rancho Mirage
Ceremony Florals: Rancho Mirage Florist
Reception + Personal Florals: Moller Nursery
Dress: Hayley Paige
Hair and Makeup: Priscilla Villegas and Ally Scott, J.Russell! The Salon
Rentals: Signature Party Rentals
Videographer: By Design Films
Transportation: Cardiff Limos
DJ & Lighting: D’Jay Company

Jessica + Andrew dreamed of their rooftop ceremony and reception at the W Hotel in San Diego (now the Renaissance by Marriott) but unfortunately Mother Nature had her own plans! A massive storm came through on their wedding day which enforced a back up plan. But the rain stopped long enough for us to get some awesome portraits at Embarcadero Park! Venue: (Formerly)The W Hotel San Diego
Photographer: Melissa McClure Photography
Florist: Organic Elements
Hair Stylist: Audra Rene Studio

It never rains in Southern California.

Yeah right. Chris + Katie came to San Diego for their destination wedding with the dreams of dancing under stars and cafe lights. Mother Nature had her own plans. Throughout the many curve balls the rain sent our way, Katie and Chris remained positive and truly happy to become husband and wife. And the rain complied and let up after the ceremony so we could get some beach photos!  Venue: Paradise Point Resort
Photographer: Melissa McClure Photography
Coordinator: Regina – Aquilone Events
Florist: Embellishmint
DJ: Hit It Music Productions, Dave Cutler
Cake: Sweet Cheeks Baking Co
Cafe Lights: San Diego Events Lighting

This is a special one. Gaby and Khari met when they were only 13 years old. One week later, Gaby, an avid competitive swimmer, jumped in to the shallow end of a pool head first and her whole world changed. Her new friend Khari spent time with her in the hospital. They kept in touch off and on over the next couple years while Gaby was adjusting to life in a wheelchair. When Gaby needed a date to her senior prom, she remembered the cute boy who was there for her through a rough time. They have been together ever since! They are getting married TODAY at a beach in Malibu.

Gaby and Khari are so sweet together. Gaby is still in her wheelchair most of the time but as an incomplete quadriplegic she is able to stand and even walk with lots of help. Help that Khari is happy to provide. As I mentioned, Gaby is an avid swimmer and still is. They do weekly pool therapy so it was only natural to end their engagement session in their very own pool! It was my first time shooting an engagement session in a pool but I’m so thrilled to share that with these two. I couldn’t think of a better suited couple. I’m so excited to photograph their wedding today.