Danny and Rachelle – Mission San Luis Rey and Pacific Palisades Resort wedding

Rachelle and Danny have an amazing amount of love and support from their family and friends.  That definitely set the tone of the day!  I went to high school with the bride and groom so it was fun seeing some familiar faces there.

Rachelle got her makeup and hair done at the Grand Pacific Palisades Resort in Carlsbad.

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Rachelle is so tiny, I was worried she was going to get lost in her dress!  She almost did 🙂

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With a little help from her Maid and Matron of Honor!

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I adore this image 🙂

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They were married at the gorgeous San Luis Rey Mission in Oceanside

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I guess I wasn’t as inconspicuous as I thought…

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An awesome shot taken by my assistant, Mandi
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Another by Mandi, a completely candid moment just after they were pronounced married!
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The special garden area 🙂

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My fav <3
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The fun bridal party back at Grand Pacific Palisades for the reception!

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Rachelle and Danny’s adorable son Cruz!  He didn’t like the grass..awwww 

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Rachelle’s mom in a touching moment

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And the party begins!

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Cheers!

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Rachelle and Danny, I enjoyed spending time with you and your loved ones!  Best of luck to you in the future!  And give Cruz a cuddle and a kiss for me!

xoxo, M

 

Enjoy your slideshow!

 

 

7 Comments
  1. Ooo I love the shot of her popping up out of her dress while putting it on! Too cute! 🙂

  2. I’m trying to focus on the photos but I am distracted by the bride’s gorgeous dress!!! It’s so pretty!!!

  3. love the first dance shots! great job melissa!

  4. Allison Parker on

    Melissa, as always, these are wonderful. You are so talented!

  5. Patrish on

    Absolutely stunning photos, Melissa. Her dress is stunning as well. Beautiful couple. Thanks for posting these and the slideshow.

  6. Scott on

    Wonderful work once again Melissa! Kudos to Mandi also.

  7. I really love the dancing shots at the reception. I liked the ceremony shots. That’s a pretty chapel!

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