Tuesday, May 15, 2012

Maureen and Matt, a Big Sur Ventana Wedding

The Bride had impeccable taste, the back of this dress was made up of vintage fasteners (as a buyer for a major high end department store she knew how to shop!).




We went for a table set-up that would feel cozy, like a grand dinner party.
Loved Maureen's custom Keds with her wedding date stitched in lavender thread.


I love when couples display vintage family wedding pictures!


The lower deck at Ventana has the most amazing view of the coastline.






We sent the couple down to the beach post ceremony with Scott so they could catch this amazing light!
Edith made this sweet topper in the shape of their new shared initial.

I've posted a behind the scenes look at this wedding, but wanted to share the real shots of the day from the talented Scott Campbell. I loved working with Maureen and Matt, as well as this very talented vendor team.

The Vendor Team-
Photography- Scott Campbell Photography
Hair and Make Up- Shawn Cavlan Beauty
Florist- Linda of Country Essences
Cake- Edith Meyer
Rentals- Chic Event Rentals
Venue- Ventana Inn and Spa
Wedding Planner- Coastside Couture

Monday, May 14, 2012

Join our Amazing Team!!!




Photo by Orbie Pullen


Coastside Couture is seeking a very personable, responsible, and trustworthy p/t administrative assistant who will be comfortable working within a fast-paced event-producing environment. Responsibilities include (but are not limited to):


Handling communication between the lead planners and their clients
Answering phones, taking messages, sending e-mails
Filing pertinent paperwork
Organizing Coastside Couture database and inventory

We are looking for the following:
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Strong organizational skills and follow-up skills
Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously and balance competing priorities is key
Prompt, reliable, fun, hardworking and just an all around good human being. 

We would love someone who wants to grow with Coastside Couture. There is a bunch of room to grow here! We have lots of fun BUT we take our jobs VERY seriously this is hard work (we just make it look easy).

 We also have an internship position available too!

Please submit your resume and C.V. to karissa@coastsidecouture(dot)com


Wednesday, May 9, 2012

Bobby and Diane -A Pema Osel Ling, Amphitheater of the Redwoods wedding part two

We love Pema Osel Ling in the Santa Cruz Mountains for it's gorgeous amphitheater in the redwoods and rustic charm (the food is pretty great too!)  Joel Flory of Flory Photo got some really great shots while Country Essences Flowers created beautiful personals and centerpieces.

We loved the reaction Diane had to seeing her vision of the reception come to life!

Diane and Bobby shared lots of cool pictures of family and friends and also used the picture of them as the "theme" in their invites and favors

Escort Cards
Diane made all the wood signs and had lots of fun DYI details she did herself

Since Pema Osel Ling is in the mountains, we thought it was best to protect guests in case of anything that might "bug" them

Joel Flory of Flory Photo caught many sweet moments between the couple

Country Essences Flowers did the bright happy floral with locally grown flowers
A sweet moment

Day-Of Coordination was done by the fabulous Rebecca Guiney and Linnea Jones of Coastside Couture

Tuesday, May 8, 2012

Bobby and Diane -A Pema Osel Ling, Amphitheater of the Redwoods wedding part one


Happy Tuesday! 

We wanted to share this darling wedding of two darling and fun people, Bobby and Diane.
We love Pema Osel Ling in the Santa Cruz Mountains for it's gorgeous amphitheater in the redwoods and rustic charm (the food is pretty great too!)  Joel Flory of Flory Photo got some really great shots while Country Essences Flowers created beautiful personals and centerpieces.


The beautiful bride Diane and her amazing and contagious smile.
The girls goofing off for pictures

We loved the bridesmaids dresses!


This picture was too cute not to share, a big thumbs up for the groom




Immediately after the ceremony we had a trumpet player lead the bridal party and guests to the cocktail reception, it was a fun and festive way to get guests across the large property
Stay tuned for the reception and all the details tomorrow!

Wednesday, May 2, 2012

Lindsay and Ilan, a Sunset Wedding at Carmel Valley Ranch Part 2

The Coastside Couture Dynamic Duo in action getting the Bride ready for the ceremony.
Almost time!
We used local wine for the ceremony.
Heat and light are essentials for a sunset ceremony, especially on a cool evening at the end of October!
We back-lit the trees at the Vineyard Ceremony site for a dramatic ceremony backdrop.


The centerpieces comprised of small arrangements of deep red autumn floral which gave a richness to the room.

Susan, the Bride's Mom, made all the female guests facinators to wear during the reception. So fun!

The Vendor team who made it all happen~
Photography- Cody for Kaemmerling Photography
Rentals and lighting- Chic Event Rentals
DJ- DNA Entertainment
Cake- Edith Meyer Wedding Cakes
Floral- Swenson and Silacci
Venue and Catering- Carmel Valley Ranch