Jessica + Alex Featured on Style Me Pretty

Inspired by the rolling hills and lush landscape of St Francis Winery, we worked with Jessica and Alex to design a wedding celebration that would incorporate soft textures and lush floral displays. Hawthorn Flower Studio helped us achieve this incredible look through the use of moody mauve tones, loosely structured centerpieces, and flowing greenery over the arbors that displayed the seating charts.

Jessica and Alex’s wedding day was one of the highlights of our 2019 season and we are so excited to see them featured on Style Me Pretty! Keep reading for a snippet of what they had to say!

“Say hello to wedding goals! Organic, flowing florals by Hawthorn Flower Studio and a lush flower arch that served as both the ceremony and sweetheart table backdrop are just the beginning of this stunning California wedding day. L' Relyea Events worked with the bride and groom to create a warm and inviting celebration overflowing with fun details. Nathalie Cheng Photography flawlessly captured all the sweet moments and stylish design..” - Style Me Pretty

Keep scrolling for a look at all the beauty captured by Nathalie Cheng and head to Style Me Pretty for more details!

Planner/Designer: L’Relyea Events | Venue: St Francis Winery | Catering: Park Avenue Catering | Photography: Nathalie Cheng Photography | Florals: Hawthorn Flower Studio | Hair + Makeup: Beauty by Lela | Wedding Cake: Moustache Baked Goods | Rentals + Lighting: Encore Events Rentals | Reception Music: Rockit City DJs | Stationery: Paper and Toys | Wedding Gown: Ines di Santo

Leah + Mike Featured on Style Me Pretty

Last fall we worked with Leah and Mike to bring to life their earthy, yet modern wedding at The Barn at Tyge Williams Cellars. Pops of deep green, long farm tables, and leafy textured florals would come together perfectly for a beautiful celebration in Sonoma as the couple’s friends and family flew in from all over the country to celebrate Leah + Mike’s incredible love story. (Head to our blog for more details on the design and day HERE!)

We are thrilled to share that their Sonoma celebration has been featured on Style Me Pretty - keep reading for a sneak peek of the feature!

“When it came time to plan their wedding day, Leah along with L'Relyea Events took a look at her Pinterest board (as every bride creates,) and through that, the wedding came to life! Full of long farm-style tables and earthy greens with modern touches, the bride's original vision was exactly what was created on her wedding day, at The Barn at Tyge Cellars!

With a beautiful bridesmaid's dress color palette and the most adorable flower girls, the day was full of love, laughs, and stories, all captured by Mike Larson Photography. Add in Valley Flora's lush centerpieces and bouquets and you have a real-life Pinterest board brought to life!” - Style Me Pretty

Planning & Design: L’Relyea Events | Venue: Tyge Williams Cellars | Catering: Ramekins Culinary School | Photography: Mike Larson Photography | Cinema: Love Spun Films | Ceremony/ Reception Music: Golden State DJ | Donuts: Harvey’s Donuts | Floral: Valley Flora | Transportation: Pure Luxury | Hair and Makeup: Allie Beauty Salon | Rentals & Lighting: Encore Events Rentals | Stationary: Love Notes Paper

Christy + Alex Featured on Style Me Pretty

We recently shared Christy + Alex’s Annadel Estate Winery wedding on the L’Relyea Events blog, highlighting the unique decor details such as the floral tree installation that served as the ceremony backdrop and the sophisticated pop of black throughout the reception held in the estate’s beautiful ruins. We are now thrilled to see this wedding that we lovingly designed for Christy + Alex has been shared on Style Me Pretty!

“For childhood friends turned sweethearts, a mix of soft draping, blush tones and greenery set the tone for their Annadel Estate Winery wedding! L'Relyea Events put together the perfect day filled with a ceremony under a massive, beautiful tree and a golden retriever escort card display, where guests were instructed to "fetch" their seats! With a giant bridal party and elegant floral details by Julie Stevens Designs, not a detail was missed, like the intricate wedding cake by Moustache Baked Goods. “ - Style Me Pretty

For additional details on Christy + Alex’s beautiful day, head to the full feature HERE!

Planning & Design: L’Relyea Events | Venue: Annadel Estate Winery | Catering: Elaine Bell Catering | Photography: The De Jauregui’s Photography | Videography: LoveSpun Films | Ceremony & Reception Music: Boutique DJs | Florist: Julie Stevens Design | Cake: Moustache Bakery | Transportation: Pure Luxury Transportation | Hair & Makeup: The Powder Room | Rentals & Lighting: Encore Events Rentals & Bright Event Rentals

Rachel + Brian Featured on Carats and Cake

As seen featured recently on Carats and Cake, Rachel and Brian’s gorgeous wedding at Solage Calistoga had an effortless beauty to it that we loved designing for our sweet couple!

Our initial design inspirations involved tons of images of loose textured florals, sophisticated tabletop details, and the use of lush greenery throughout. With the help of the incredibly talented team of vendors we assembled, the end result for Rachel and Brian’s wedding is still one of our favorites to date!

The two said ‘‘I do” on the lush outdoor lawn at Solage Resort where the venues beautiful green landscape provided us the perfect palette to draw inspiration from. Hawthorn Flower Studio designed a chuppah for the focal point of the ceremony using natural elements for the frame of the structure and covered it with loose rich greenery and florals in tones of white and deep burgundy. Rachel embodied timeless beauty as she walked down the aisle in her Mira Zwillinger gown to exchange vows with Brian.

The celebration continued with an indoor reception where guests would celebrate the newlyweds and enjoy an incredible menu and perfectly paired wines. Just as we had envisioned in the original concepts, the reception tablescapes were minimalistic yet sophisticated with their loose textured floral centerpieces and a pop of black by way of the beautiful chairs used. To distinguish the head table, we worked with Hawthorn Flower Studio and Got Light on a truly romantic lighting installation over the rectangular table. The installation included Edison bulbs hanging from varying lengths accompanied by leafy greens and white florals. With the candles lit and the Edison bulbs on, the ambiance was really something special!

Scroll for more details and be sure to check out the feature on Carats and Cake, HERE.

Planner/Designer: L’Relyea Events | Ceremony/Reception Venue/Caterer: Solage Calistoga | Welcome Party Caterer: Oak Avenue Catering | Photographer: The de Jauregui’s | Reception Music: The Cheeseballs | Welcome Party Sound: Wine Country Entertainment | Ceremony Officiant: Rabbi Stephanie Kramer | Ceremony Music: Bellarosa String Quartet | Florist: Hawthorn Flower Studio | Transportation: Beau Wine Tours | Hair & Makeup: Marisa Perel | Rentals: Encore Events Rentals, Found Rentals | Lighting: Got Light | Linens: La Tavola Linen | Oysters: Hog Island Oyster Co | Stationery: Studio Luzance

Caitlin + Mike Featured on Destination I Do

Residing in San Francisco, Caitlin and Mike decided that a wine country wedding in Healdsburg at Chalk Hill Estate was the perfect locale for their wedding day. With Caitlin’s family coming in from New Jersey and Mike’s from Hawaii and San Diego, it was sure to be a destination event and the two were excited to share a place that they love with their family and friends flying in from afar. We loved working with Caitlin and Mike and are thrilled to see their wedding featured on Destination I Do!

“ ‘We vacationed in Healdsburg and fell in love with this adorable little Sonoma County town. It was our happy place and we couldn’t wait to share it with all our friends and family,’ the couple says.

Chalk Hill Estate provided a stunning backdrop for the wine country ceremony, overlooking the rolling hills covered in vineyards. Local to Sonoma, their wedding planner of L’Relyea Events provided a stellar list of vendor recommendations to carry out the couples’ desired ‘earthy’ theme.” - Destination I Do

Read more about the thoughtful details that went into their day (like handwritten notes to each and every guest) by visiting the full article on Destination I Do, HERE!

Planner/Designer: L’Relyea Events | Ceremony/Reception Venue + Catering: Chalk Hill Estate | Photography: Suzanne Karp Photography | Ceremony Music: Adam Leib | Reception Music: Take Two Band - Hip Entertainment | Florist: Vanda Floral Design | Wedding Cake: Moustache Baked Goods | Transportation: Pure Luxury Transportation | Hair + Makeup: Whimsy | Rentals + Lighting: Encore Event Rentals | Stationery: Love Notes Paper | Bartenders: Bartenders Unlimited | Dress Designer: Marisa | Tux Designer: Indochino

Lauren + Dell Featured On California Wedding Day

We recently shared details of Lauren and Dell’s beautiful European inspired wedding at Kunde Family Winery on our blog and today we are excited to see their wedding featured on California Wedding Day!

Being a leading local bridal media outlet, California Wedding Day focuses on sharing real wedding and gorgeous inspiration produced by talented creatives from all over the Golden State. It’s an honor to see Lauren and Dell’s wedding day highlighted along with our team of incredible vendors who helped us create such a special day for them.

“After saying their ‘I dos”’ at St. Francis Solano Church, Lauren and Dell invited their closest family and friends to a European tea party-inspired reception at Boot Hill at the Kunde Family Winery. The couple envisioned a classic and simple setting to highlight Sonoma’s natural beauty. The day’s elegant details included delicate, floral stationery from Bianca at Studio Luzance, hand-dyed silk ribbon and twinkling lights strung from 100+ year old oaks. Lush blooms and garlands hugged the wooden sweetheart table under the arch of an oak tree. The bridal party signed a special bottle of Kunde’s Moon Mountain District wine to be opened on the couple’s 10th anniversary. “ - California Wedding Day

See the full article HERE!

Planning and Design: L’Relyea Events | Ceremony Venue: St. Francis Solano Church | Reception Venue: Kunde Family Winery | Caterer: Ramekins Culinary School | Photography: Lori Paladino Photography | Reception Music: Hip Service | Florist: Valley Flora | Cinema: Love Spun Films | Cake and Dessert Bar: Moustache Bakery | Transportation: Beau Wine Tours | Hair and Makeup: The Powder Room | Rentals & Lighting: Encore Events Rentals

Olga + Michael Featured in Real Weddings Magazine

Completed in 1903, the beautiful and historic Hellman-Ehrman Mansion on Lake Tahoe (Tahoma, Ca) served as the stunning backdrop for Olga and Michael’s wedding last August which we had the pleasure of being part of. The lakeside ceremony and intimate reception on the lawn created an unforgettable day for our bride and groom and we are so excited to see their wedding featured in print in Real Weddings Magazine!

The long-awaited day started with Olga and Michael getting reach with their closet friends and parents in nearby rental homes where they sipped champagne, listened to music, and prepped for the big moment leading up. Once onsite, the groomsmen got to hang on the mansion terrace and enjoy the view with beers in hand while the ladies put their finishing touches on their look for the day while tucked away in the bridal cottage. Guests arrived and enjoyed the lake front view with refreshments and gathered hand-made ribbon wands to usher the couple down the aisle following their ‘I Do’s. The bride was escorted by her mom down the aisle to see her groom. Following their vows, they and guests transitioned into the reception on the lawn overlooking the lake. Hors d’oeuvres and dinner flowed along with toasts from friends and family featuring a family style dinner from Blend Catering. Guests found their seats for dinner with hand-made celebration poppers by the bride, which included paper head crowns and small treasures for each guest to enjoy during dinner; it was such a fun and festive addition and made for an extra joyful toast at dinner as guests donned their paper crowns. Following dinner guests enjoyed donuts from Doughboys Donuts and danced the night away to personal favorites like ‘3005’ by Childish Gambino. ‘It was one of my most played songs from college. When it came on everyone was so excited and started dancing and singing along, and it just really was exactly what I wanted the night to be,’ remembers Olga.

Their dreamy, unforgettable wedding that they happily shared with their family and friends is a memory they will both love and cherish for years to come. The bride remembers, ‘It wasn’t that long ago, but I can still picture the whole scene so vividly, and I hope that never changes.’ “ - Real Weddings Magazine

Thank you to Olga + Michael for including us in your special day in such a magical place, and thank you to Real Weddings Magazine for sharing all of the details of their day. See more in the full online feature HERE or pickup a copy of the magazine on stands now!

Planner/Designer: L’Relyea Events | Venue: Hellman-Ehrman Mansion | Catering: Blend Catering | Photography: White Daisy Photography | Cinema: Dax Victorino Films | Ceremony/Reception Music: Moonlight Mobile DJ | Florist: Bloominous | Rentals: Camelot Party Rentals

Nora + Tyler Featured in Bridal Guide Magazine

Nora and Tyler’s Annadel Estate Winery wedding was a joy to plan and design and we are so thrilled to see it featured in print in the May/June 2019 issue of Bridal Guide Magazine!

“Vineyards offer more than wine. Take this one: Annadel Estate Winery in Santa Rosa, California also cultivates heirloom roses and organic produce. ‘It’s in the middle of wine country, but it has a garden-like feel,’ says Lindsey Relyea, creative director of L’Relyea Events. To plan a fete at this captivating venue, Relyea followed the stylish couple’s lead.

‘The bride has this beautiful style,’ she says. ‘She pushed me to take a different approach than usual.’ To wit: an unexpected color palette in moody, sophisticated shades of slate blue, grey, and burgundy accented with dusty greens. Upon arrival, guests were escorted through a rose garden to the stone ruins of the original 1880s winery for the ceremony.” - Bridal Guide Magazine

Thank you to our dream team of creative partners who helped us bring Nora and Tyler’s exceptional vision to life at Annadel Estate Winery. See more of the beautiful details below and be sure to pick up your copy of Bridal Guide Magazine on stands now!

Planning/Design: L’Relyea Events | Location: Annadel Estate Winery | Floral Design: PoppyStone Floral Designs | Photography by: Hugh Forte Photography | Catering: The Girl & The Fig Caters | Music: Verducci Entertainment | Rentals: Encore Event Rentals | Lighting: Illusions Lighting | Stationery: Love Notes Paper | Transportation: Beau Wine Tours

Jenny + Frank Featured on Carats & Cake

We are so excited to share Jenny + Frank's romantic wine country Ramekins wedding is now featured on Carats & Cake! 

Surrounded by loved ones, Jenny and Frank said “I do” beneath a wooden pergola overflowing with lush greenery. The reception featured round tables draped in light gray linens with centerpieces made up of cream-colored blooms and greenery. Tabletops consisted of white china and silver flatware and individual menu cards. Following dinner, guests were invited inside the Great Room, which featured oak beam vaulted ceilings to observe the moving first dances and the cutting of the cake crafted by Ramekins, which was an impressive three-tiered cake with greenery and florals included on each layer.

To see the full feature, click HERE! 

Planner + Designer: L'Relyea Events | Ceremony Venue: Ramekins | Music: Boutique DJ's | Ceremony Officiant: Marry Me Wine Country | Photography: Amanda Crean Photography | Florist: Valley Flora | Cake: Ramekins | Hair + Makeup: Whimsy Bridal 

Maggie + Clayton Featured on Style Me Pretty

We are so thrilled to share we've been featured on Style Me Pretty for Maggie + Clayton stunning outdoor wedding at the beautiful Calistoga Ranch! Their wedding featured lush greenery, gorgeous florals, unique lighting installations and details we adore!

"Inspired by their love of nature, this couple infused their Calistoga Ranch wedding with natural elements that played homage to the great outdoors along with an insanely romantic twist of course. From a chic, greenery lined aisle to elegant alfesco dining under the most insane floral + lighting installations crafted by Loop Flowers & Event Arts and planned by L'Relyea Events, this wedding is luxury meets au naturel. Get up close and personal with all the pretty details captured by The De Jaureguis." - Erin Lepperd via Style Me Pretty 

"We love the outdoors, and wanted to incorporate natural elements, so we were highly inspired by different textures and colors found in nature; natural wood grains, the effects of lighting, petals/greenery/foliage. We chose our venue due to it's luxurious, natural setting. Some parts of the event come across as rustic, but I actually never thought of it that way. I prefer to think of it from the standpoint of the emotions evoked and the atmosphere that all of these elements together create. To add elegance and warmth, we included hints of cream/ivory and gold/rose gold, while featuring beautiful lighting throughout the spaces.

For the overall feel of each of the 3 locations in which our wedding events took place, we pursued a natural and lush feel: focusing on lighting and greenery. We sought to soften structures that may appear harsh aesthetically. The ceremony was in a structured tent with vines and garlands lining the cross bars, and a lovely draped garland at the altar, pooling in a grouping of ferns at the floor. The dinner took place on a lawn, with 2 long farm tables (with rose gold flatware) - hanging from the open air tent structure were custom built Edison bulb/wood plank "chandeliers" overflowing with foliage (greenery, and white flowers). Dancing took place in the wine cave, where we offered a contrast of elegant hops hanging from the more medieval style chandeliers, while 4 disco balls spun with dynamic colored lighting." - Maggie via Style Me Pretty

To see the full feature, click HERE.

Planning + Design: | L’Relyea Events | Venue & Catering  | Calistoga Ranch | Officiant | Jackie Chang | Photography | The de Jaureguis | Rentals | Encore Event Rentals | Rentals | Bright Event Rentals | Rentals | Archive Rentals | Rentals | Got Light | Ceremony & Cocktail Music | Lauren Alegre | Dinner & Dance Music |  King Most | Sound | Sound On Stage | Florals | Loop Flowers | Cake | Moustache Baked Goods | Transportation | Beau Wine Tours | Hair | Danielle Blanchet  | Makeup | Julie Dy

Megan + Brett Featured on Carats & Cake

We knew Megan + Brett's beautiful Beaulieu Gardens wedding was truly something special, so we are thrilled it is featured on Carats & Cake!

Given the stunning gardens on the estate property, we focused on embracing the property for design with a quintessential wine country estate garden wedding. Their classic and timeless style set the tone for this elegant fete slight touches of Kate Spade in modern accents of black and gold. Their ceremony was a dreamy fairy tale surrounded by lush gardens in the courtyard where guests were seated. A whispering fountain set in the center of the courtyard and the bride and groom took center stage under a natural birch arbor adorned with blooms. Guests meandered through the gardens sipping on handcrafted cocktails and champagne before retreating to the lush dining arbor for dinner. Their guests sat at long tables with crystal chandeliers overhead. Each guest had a dedicated seat with their customized menu printed.

To see the full feature, click HERE!

Planner | L’Relyea Events | Venue: Beaulieu Gardens | Catering: Paula de Luc Fine Catering | Photography:  Caitlin O’Reilly Photography | Videography: Weddings on Film | Ceremony Music: Bellarosa String Quartet | DJ: Boutique DJ’s | Florals: Valley Flora | Cake: Moustache Baked Goods | Transportation: Beau Wine Tours | Hair & Makeup: Whimsy Bridal | Photobooth: Joy Squad

Janelle + Javon Featured on The Black Tie Bride

We are so excited to share that Janelle + Javon's beautiful elegant wedding at Jacuzzi Family Vineyards is now featured on The Black Tie Bride! 

"This vineyard wedding by L’Relyea Events and Lindsey Tatum exudes classic style! We love the romance and elegance that the Jacuzzi Family Vineyards lend to the wedding. It’s a perfect fit for this classic bride who wears a satin ballgown with an elbow-length veil and stunning jeweled crown! She carries a grand, round bouquet of white roses by Pedy’s Petals, finishing her bridal look with a truly classic piece. We love that her well groomed groom wears a white dinner jacket with black trim! It’s a perfect compliment to her look. With their classic tastes and the romance of the vineyard, their outdoor ceremony reminds us of something from a fairytale. The indoor reception carries on the romantic feeling with glowing candles and sparkling gold details that catch the light. You’ll love the classic black tie style seen throughout their day. Enjoy!" 

To see the full feature click HERE. 

Planner + Designer: L’Relyea Events | Ceremony + Reception: Jacuzzi Family Vineyards | Catering: Park Avenue Catering | Ceremony Officiant: Pastor Rich | Photographer: Lindsey Tatum | Cinema: Wedding on Film | Ceremony + Reception Music: Verducci Entertainment | DJ: DJ E.T. Hazzard | Florist: Pedy’s Petals | Wedding Cake: Moustache Baked Goods | Hair: Angelica | Makeup: Nicole | Rentals: Bright Event Rentals

Carolyn + Scott Featured In The Knot

We are thrilled to share that we have been featured in print in The Knot for Carolyn + Scott's stunning clean and modern wedding! 

"We wanted the flexibility of a private venue and liked the intimate, low-key vibe of a backyard wedding,” Carolyn says of the at-home “I dos.” To keep the look modern yet elegant, the pair added neutral wood, crisp white and bright yellow"

White Eames-style chairs were set up for the backyard ceremony, and neutral stone vases held pale yellow king proteas and lots of greenery. Scott echoed the color palette with his custom navy linen suit and yellow accessories, while Carolyn carried an overflowing bouquet of ferns and golden blooms." - The Knot 

To see the full feature scroll below!

CEREMONY & RECEPTION SITE: Groom’s family home, San Rafael | PHOTOGRAPHY: onelove Photography | PLANNER: L’Relyea Events | FLOWERS: Hawthorn Flower Studio | GOWN & VEIL: Sarah Seven | SHOES: Chocolate Schubar | ENGAGEMENT RING: Rebecca Overmann | WEDDING RINGS Bride: Rebecca Overmann; Groom: Greenwich St. Jewelers | JEWELRY Necklace: Anthropologie; Bracelet: Whitney Staiger | HAIR & MAKEUP: The Powder Room | BRIDESMAID DRESSES: Various | MENSWEAR Groom: Suitsupply; Accessories: The Tie Bar; Shoes: Frye | STATIONERY Invitations: Confetti Grey; Programs, Escort cards & Menus: L’Relyea Events RENTALS: Bright Event Rentals; Classic Party Rentals;  | CATERING: The Pixie and the Scout | BAR: Libations Unlimited | DESSERTS: Moustache Baked Goods | MUSIC: Boutique DJs | TRANSPORTATION: Chariot Shuttle Service | ACCOMMODATIONS: Clift Hotel

Allison + Danny on Style Me Pretty

We absolutely loved getting to work with Allison + Danny on their hydrangea-filled wedding and we are thrilled to see all of the beautiful details featured on Style Me Pretty! 

"There's so much pretty in this hydrangea-inspired, Sonoma wedding. The bride's favorite flowers make their mark on almost every detail – the assortment of pastel bridesmaid dresses, the illustrated invitation suite, the delicate tablescape designed by L'Relyea Events – but my absolute favorite is the show-stopping ceremony arbor. Lucky for us, Brooke Beasley Photography and Weddings on Film were there to capture it all!" - Style Me Pretty

See the full feature HERE.

Planning & Design: L’Relyea Events | Ceremony & Reception Venue:  Private Residence, Sonoma Valley, California | Catering: Park Avenue Catering | Beverages: Libations Unlimited | Photography:
Brooke Beasley Photography | Cinema: Weddings On Film | Ceremony & Reception Music:
The Duvets | Florist: Cherries Flowers | Wedding Cake:  Moustache Baked Goods |
Transportation: Beau Wine Tour | Hair & Makeup: Powder Room | Rentals: Bright Event Rentals | Lighting: Got Light | Save The Dates: Minted | Photo Booth: Mag Booth | Wedding Gown: Monique Lhullier

Sarah + Sarah on Borrowed & Blue

We loved working with Sarah + Sarah on their beautiful outdoor Arista Winery wedding surrounded by lush trees under an open sky, and we are thrilled to see their special day featured on Borrowed & Blue!

See the full feature HERE.

Venue: Arista Winery | Planner + Design: L’Relyea Events | Caterer: Park Avenue Catering | Photographer: Brooke Beasley Photography | Cinema: Spencer Sarson Visuals | Music: AMS Entertainment | Florist: Hawthorn Flower Studio | Transportation: Beau Wine Tours | Hair + Makeup: The Powder Room | Rentals: Encore Events Rentals | Linen: La Tavola Linen | Rentals: Classic Party Rentals | Invitations: Minted