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Outdoor California Wedding

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Outdoor California Wedding

Regina + Montgomery

San Ramon
- 04/22/2016
Total wedding budget $14,200
wedding mementos
bridal accessories
bridal gown
white and purple wedding bouquet
bridesmaid dresses
wedding stationery
wedding signage
wedding processional
outdoor wedding ceremony
first look
outdoor wedding ceremony
outdoor wedding ceremony
outdoor wedding ceremony
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wedding recessional
gray and purple wedding attire
gray and purple wedding attire
gray and purple wedding attire
gray groomsmen attire
gray and purple wedding attire
off-shoulder wedding dress
outdoor wedding photos
outdoor wedding photos
first kiss
couple photos
seating chart
sweetheart table
sweetheart table
wedding mementos
table decor
custom napkins
silver and purple wedding decor
wedding reception table decor
wedding reception table decor
silver and purple wedding decor
wedding speeches
wedding dances
wedding dancing
silver wedding cake
silver wedding cake
cake cutting
cake cutting
first dance

What was your budget?

  • Venue: $10,200.00
  • Photographers: $2,000.00
  • Photo booth: $500.00
  • Decorations and Flowers: $300.00
  • Dress: $650.00
  • Veil: $50.00
  • Bridesmaids dresses: $300.00 for all three together (Bride paid for them)
  • Tuxes (Groom, 3 Groomsmen, Father of Bride, and Father of Groom): $200 each tux rental
  • Hair: $0 (done by bridesmaid)
  • Makeup: $0 (done by BareMinerals)

Everything together: $14,200

How many guests did you have?

We had 88 guests.

What creative or personal aspects did you include in your wedding?

We added a southern twang/flair. We incorporated fleur de lis throughout the whole wedding. We incorporated how we met—at Relay 4 Life.  We honored the death of our loved ones.

Did you do any DIY projects or create any handmade items for your weddings?

We created the seating chart, seating cards, and bridal bouquets by ourselves.

What was the biggest thing you did to save money?

We just did research on each task, location, photobooths, music…  We figured out what we needed or wanted, and what we could compromise on. 

What’s the best advice you have for planning your wedding now that you’re on the other side?

Really think about what will make you happy. It is your day, but it is for everyone else and you don’t want to go overboard and regret in the morning. You are not marrying the wedding day; you are marrying your partner, so treasure that thought. If something goes awry, it’s okay. I can almost guarantee that no one will remember. 

What was your biggest splurge?

I think just having the wedding was our biggest splurge… haha. I could have gone with a different dress that was cheaper and that didn’t need alterations, but I felt very comfortable and beautiful in the dress that I chose. 

What was your favorite detail?

Everything!! I think my absolutely favorite deal was spiritually having my grandmother there. She loved Monty and couldn’t wait for us to get married. We were very close, and I tried to do what I can to have the wedding before she passed, but ultimately, the disease was stronger. I wanted her to be there, so we had a photo of her at the reception, she had her own spot at the table, I had a locket with her picture on it around my bouquet, and I wore a ring that she passed down from her grandmother. Even one of the desserts was a kind of cake that she used to make that NO ONE can replicate!!

In reality though, I loved it all. We really researched the cake topper and matched ribbon to the cake topper. We had fleur de lis cupcake toppers, cake topper, napkins, seating card holders, and a wax seal that sealed all the envelope party favors.

Favors: Donations to Breast Cancer Research Foundation, Dana Farber Cancer Institute, Bay Area Rescue Mission

What is the most memorable moment of your day?

The surprise lip-sync dance for the groom… and my mom RAPPED Juicy J’s part in “Dark Horse” by Katy Perry. Whaaaaat? 

VENDORS

Photography: Myke and Teri Photography • All-Inclusive Venue: Wedgewood San Ramon • Flowers: DIY • Centerpieces and sweetheart table: Dublin Floral • Favors: Donations to Breast Cancer Research Foundation, Dana Farber Cancer Institute, Bay Area Rescue Mission •  Cake: Old Towne Danville Bakery •  Cupcakes: Kara’s Cupcakes •  Napoleon Cake (Russian Cake): Babushka’s Deli • DJ: Adam Barrera • Lighting: Jeno Bise • Hair Stylist: Hannah Gershony • Hotel for Guests: Sheraton Pleasanton • Photobooth: Adam Barrera • Bridesmaids Dresses: Vera Wang via David’s Bridal • Bridal Salon or Shop: Posie Patch • Headpiece: Lynda Hats • Veil: Irina’s Sewing • Shoes: Touch of Nina via David’s Bridal • Groom and Groomsmen Attire: Men’s Wearhouse • Men’s Socks: Target • Men’s Cufflinks: SandSunandSurf • Custom Hanger: Wedding Hanger Studio