Fact: I cry at 110% of the weddings I shoot, sometimes during vows, or father-daughter dances, or the slideshow (there are BABY PICTURES, set to BEAUTIFUL MUSIC, for goodness sakes), and this time it was was during the toasts. Erin’s maid-of-honor read off a simple but beautiful collection of advice, and the final one spoke so much to my heart. She said it was a piece of advice given to her husband by his friend, at their own wedding 7 years ago, and it read: make sure you never fall out of love at the same time. She continued to elaborate that yes, marriage can be difficult, and feelings can be tested, and times can be hard, but as long as one of you is there to fight for it and hold each other together, you.will.always.be.okay. It is a beautiful concept to me to think that sometimes you have to take turns being the one to hold things together, even if I feel that Erin & Ernie will probably never face such situations – the love they have for each other is palpable, so pure and honest and true. When I first met with Erin over coffee, I noticed a little sparkle would appear in her eye everytime Ernie came up in conversation… and when I finally met him on the big day, whatdoyaknow – he had that same sparkle in his eye as well ;)

Their day was filled to the brim with love, and was the perfect way to kick off this year.

I’ve said this before and I’ll say it again – my dear brides, I will take EIGHT THOUSAND pictures of your shoes, and perhaps, NINE THOUSAND, if they’re as fabulous as this pair.

Beautiful details, an elegant backdrop, and the most joyous collection of family and friends made L & S’s wedding an absolutely dreamy occasion! They were married at the stunning St. Monica Church in Santa Monica, with a reception following at the Bel Air Bay Club and the day could not have been more beautiful. The occasion was adorned with the most lush and inspired details, from candlelit reception areas, to decadent floral arrangements (with a kumquat or two nestled in!), to a dessert bar brought in by none other than Vanilla Bake Shop. (Their macaroons have to be some of the best in town!)

With family and friends flying in all the way from Australia, it was so heartwarming to witness the closeness and warmth shared with both families and all their friends. A thank you to Dave Richards for having me along and Paola of Just Chic Events for coordinating a beautiful event!

Starting off with a first look, followed by portraits around the beautiful grounds of the Bay Club…

Loved the wispy powder blue bridesmaid dresses!