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The Knot | Madi & Jordan

If you could dream up your most extraordinary, one of a kind wedding, what would you do? Neon signs? Disco balls? Ombre hydrangeas greeting you at the end of the aisle? Well Madi and Jordan dreamt up their perfect wedding and it had all of those things and MORE! Alongside the amazing design/coordination duo, Lovelyfest, Madi and Jordan brought their lavender, pink, and iridescent vision to life!

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The 340 guests in attendance filled the flower lined peninsula. Idlewild went above and beyond when bringing Madi’s idea of a hydrangea filled ceremony to life. Madi has had a special place in her heart for the flower ever since she was young and visited the Azores, where her great-grandparents are from and where hydrangeas are a-plenty.

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The most extravagant escort display we have ever laid eyes on welcomed guests to the courtyard for cocktail hour. Madi and Jordan “had a vision of creating a three dimensional, colorful escort display to match their fun wedding design” and Lovelyfest absolutely nailed it. They went all out for this signage and we couldn’t be any more in love with it!

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Guests were seated under a canopy of lights on our Grand Lawn for dinner. The weather was perfect for an early evening dinner, with the space lighting up beautifully as the sun began to set. Dinner on the lawn brings such a different feel to the wedding while really taking advantage of what Greengate has to offer and we love when couples go that route!

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Barn transformation, anyone?! We could not believe how all of the vendors came together to bring our barn to LIFE. If those disco balls could be permanently installed, we wouldn’t be mad about it! “The Hines” neon sign brought everyone into the party and the dessert display and great music kept everyone there! Every detail of this barn transformation was so thought out and well executed—and also gave us some serious inspo for the future!

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Check out their wedding video by Steelhead Cinema here!

Photographer: Ashley Ludaescher | Design + Planning: Lovelyfest | Florals: Idlewild | Videographer: Steelhead Cinema | Dress: Miraz Willinger | Venue: Greengate Ranch | Hair + Makeup: The Queens Bees | Rentals: Theoni Collection, All About Events, Got You Covered Rentals | Lounge Rentals: Avenue Twelve, Scout Rental Co | Lighting + Draping: Bella Vista Designs | Linens: Blush Fine Linens, La Tavola Linens | Cake + Desserts: Pastry Chef Whitnie | Catering: Chefs Table Catering | Bar: Copper & Crystal | DJ: Epic Entertainment SLO | Photobooth: Rumor Photo Media | Neon: Sketch & Etch

Martha Stewart Weddings | A Bohemian Barn Wedding in San Luis Obispo

We’ve been waiting for this one! Kaitlyn and Kevin’s “bohemian barn wedding” was featured in Martha Stewart Weddings last month and we are so excited to share it with you. Natalie and Stephanie of Lovelyfest planned and design this gorgeous day—you can see their unique Lovelyfest touches throughout!

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The couple chose to hold their ceremony down at the pond and Kaitlyn made quite the entrance! “That was one of my favorite moments of the day —driving down the hill and seeing everyone for the first time” says Kaitlyn about having her dad drive her to the ceremony in one of his classic cars. Bride and groom then exchanged traditional vows underneath a tall square frame covered with blooms in neutral colors. It was a perfect, sunny day for all of their friends and family to witness their love.

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Outdoor lounges, pampas grass, and of course the signature Sidecar Cocktail Co. trailer set the scene for a quintessential central coast cocktail party. It was important to Kaitlyn & Kevin to take advantage of the season and enjoy the beautiful weather August has to offer! Guests sipped on Old Fashions and Margaritas or opted for a craft beer tasting while mingling and enjoying appetizers by Field to Table Catering & Events. Yum!

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White on white centerpieces and dried florals adorned the three different table set ups in the courtyard. The center of the courtyard was left open for Kaitlyn and Kevin to share their first dance as husband and wife. They danced to a George Straight song they have loved since they first started dating—so sweet!

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Soon after dinner was finished outside, everyone moved into the barn for some dancing and dessert from Paper Cake Events! Guests danced to their heart’s content under the lights and most beautiful dried floral installation. It was truly a night to remember!

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Check out their wedding video by Chromatic Collective here!

Martha Stewart Weddings | Contemporary Décor at This California Wedding

Our latest feature in Martha Stewart is getting us excited and ready for Summer to arrive! This July 2019 wedding was “a big party with all of our favorite people, amazing food, drinks, and music," Cait says. "All, of course, in a beautiful setting.” In our opinion, there’s nothing better! Can anyone else hear All Summer Long playing in your head?

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The secluded location of the pond was key in this serene, light-hearted ceremony. Decor that was “gentle on the senses” created an “overgrown, organic, garden-party feeling” says planner Vanessa Noel of Vanessa Noel Events. We couldn’t have imagined a better pairing than Avenue Twelve’s wooden garden chairs with our pond as a backdrop!

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Cait and Fletch could not have dreamed up a more perfect central coast day. “The weather was amazing, the music was exactly as we envisioned, and we enjoyed being in a little bubble together with all our friends and loved ones” said Cait about her big day. Idlewild Floral adorned the space with smokebush, foliage, and textural, airy florals contributing to the most romantic, yet relaxed atmosphere.

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As guests made their way down to cocktail hour in the courtyard they were greeted with this GORGEOUS lounge where they sat and enjoyed cocktails, appetizers, and each other! For their reception space, Cait & Fletch had a new and innovative vision for the barn. Aiming for a more natural look, they opted for muslin draping with white washed and gray beaded chandeliers. The barn is truly a blank canvas for brides to play with and we must say, what Cait, Fletch, and Vanessa dreamed up has been one of our absolute favorites!

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The perfect day turned into a magical evening which quickly gave way to dancing the night away! Every chair in the barn was empty as family and friends got down to the Lucky Devils Band. The best ending to the best day!

Vision on Fire captured their wedding day beautifully—check it out here!

Photography: Ashley Ludaescher Photography | Venue: Greengate Ranch & Vineyard | Event Design and Planning: Vanessa Noel Events | Videography: Vision on Fire | Flowers: Idlewild Floral | Invitations and Stationery: Fete & Quill | Officiants: Sarah Spooner and Cory Bangert | Bride's Gown: Rue De Seine | Jewelry: Dana Rebecca | Shoes: Alexandre Birman | Hair: Blushing Beauty | Makeup: Amanda Olson Beauty | Groom's Attire: Burdi Clothing | Engagement Ring: Tapper's | Wedding Bands: Brilliant EarthTapper's | Music: Lucky Devils Band | Catering: Field to Table Catering & Events | Ice Cream Truck: Negranti Creamery | Rentals: All About EventsAvenue TwelveEmbellish Vintage RentalsSCOUT Rental Co. | Transportation: SLO Safe Ride | Lighting: Bella Vista Designs | Bartending: Copper & Crystal