Intimate Al Fresco Garden Party by Fig + Willow Studios
From Alycia Moore, Studio Manager at Fig + Willow Studios:
These babes love story is seriously one to remember. Alexandra and Noah have been together 10 whole years and finally got married at the most beautiful venue in Downtown Santa Barbara. This De La Vina Inn Wedding was full of gorgeous details, an intimate garden vibe, and much more. Their goal for their wedding day was an intimate a la fresco garden party with their closest loved ones in attendance.
De La Vina Inn is a newer bed and breakfast with the most beautiful courtyard that is perfect for small weddings like this one in Downtown Santa Barbara. The staff was incredibly accommodating and everything was perfect, cozy, and the perfect spot for a little celebration. The courtyard is where both the ceremony and reception space are and it is seriously magical. With string lights throughout, the twinkling lights made for the most romantic vibe. Also, they offer discounted stays for future anniversaries on-site since it's a bed and breakfast- isn't that amazing?! It's a rare treat to be able to have a vacation and stay in the same spot you say your nuptials years prior.
There are some seriously great photo op locations around the venue as well - including a gorgeous greenery arch to enter the garden, as well as lots of hidden little gems. It was really important to the couple that we take photos at the Santa Barbara Courthouse as well, which was a short drive away. We loved that we were able to incorporate the Courthouse into their wedding day to really elevate their wedding experience. Known as one of the prettiest Courthouses in all of California - it's a popular spot to get married, and do portraits at. Can you see why?! All the towering Spanish-style buildings around the complex are seriously a marvel and make the perfect backdrop for photos. Our personal favorite is the entryway arch which is just pure magic. Once we arrived at the location, our couple read private vows to each other inside the courtyard that were meant only for each other. It was incredibly romantic and such an honor to witness and document. We definitely didn't tear up, nope.
Their overall color scheme was very pastel and romantic, which added a wonderfully airy and relaxed vibe to the day. Complemented by a bohemian triangle arch that added some wonderful contrast to the day. The groomsmen wore a variety of suit colors - with Noah in a sharp tan suit to stand out against his groomsmen. And we can't talk about this wedding without talking about their adorable little cake toppers!! They had these custom-made for their wedding cake and we think they're seriously darling.
Honestly, we just loved all the little details that they put into their day. From little Max (The dog) getting his own tuxedo, to the beautiful vow books that they used to read their private vows to each other ... it was all magical. We loved how much thought was put into the details and it was so obvious that this couple was simply made for each other. Wishing these babes a lifetime of happiness together.
Photos: Fig + Willow Studios | Ceremony and Reception Venue: De La Vina Inn | Couples Portraits Location: Santa Barbara Courthouse | Dress Designer: Essense of Australia | Ring Designer: Sarah Poursh Designs | Wedding Invitation: Minted | HMUA: NV Glam Studio | Catering: Catering Connection | Florals: The Twisted Twig