Bel Air, California Wedding from Melissa Brandman Photography

Pale blush and gold can be as classic a combo as black and white; at least in this girl’s eyes. It’s romantic without being overly done and this particular affair photographed by Melissa Brandman so embodies that idea of easy elegance and thoughtfully crafted moments. And it’s not just the decor details, but the ceremony that included a… Continue reading Bel Air, California Wedding from Melissa Brandman Photography

Rustic California wedding: Breanna + Caleb

Maybe it’s the mini apple pie jars, the cowboy boots, coffee bar complete with campfire marshmallows & syrups, or all the reclaimed wood details, but there’s something very homey about Breanna + Caleb’s wedding. Every little detail from their wedding had a fun and personal touch. Like their table names, themed after different parts of their… Continue reading Rustic California wedding: Breanna + Caleb

SMP California Welcomes Our Advertisers + A GIVEAWAY!

Morning lovelies! Grab another cup of coffee, because we have someone up our sleeve we promise you’ll want to  bestie-up with. Her name is Marcela of Escapes by Marcela, and she is a vacation planning genius. That, my dears, is a skill that shouldn’t be ignored. I’m not going to lie, as much as I love… Continue reading SMP California Welcomes Our Advertisers + A GIVEAWAY!

California Coral Wedding from Meg Smith Photography

I’m pretty positive that I could be best friends with this couple: a duo that had their first date and four years later, their engagement on the Colbert Report (see that proposal here!) and a Bride with a deep love for coral inspired by her favorite Essie nail polish color. You just know this wedding… Continue reading California Coral Wedding from Meg Smith Photography