Atwood Ranch Wedding - Cristin and Capp

Yeehaw! This was a fun one! Starting with the rehearsal dinner hoedown at the Swiss Hotel in downtown Sonoma and the wedding at the ever gorgeous Atwood Ranch. Cristin and Capp and their guests had a blast throughout the weekend and Atwood Ranch was as always stunning with design by Julie Atwood, florals by Marie Philbin Floral Design and a fabulous family style meal by Sage Catering.

There was threat of rain all day and then during the ceremony the clouds broke up and the sun burst through just as they were ready to seal their marriage with a kiss! Cocktails were on the patio and then after a big group shot with pompoms (Cristin was a cheerleader and Capp was a football player!), the barn doors opened to reveal the gorgeous barn lit by candles and lovely chandeliers. After dinner the party really got started and late night (after I left) apparently a huge group stayed on for acoustic music by the outdoor fire into the night. 

What a gorgeous wedding! Congrats Cristin and Capp!

Venue: Atwood Ranch

Rehearsal Dinner Venue: Swiss Hotel

Event Coordinator: Julie Atwood Events

Floral Designer: Marie Philbin Floral Design

Caterer: Sage Catering

Cake Designer: Scandia Bakery

Hair and Make-up Artist: Rebecca Butz

DJ: Boutique DJs and Entertainment

Linen Rental: La Tavola

Rentals: Classic Party Rentals

 

Michele and Ron's rehearsal dinner at Merryvale Vineyards

The staff appropriately played the theme music from "The Godfather" when the doors opened to reveal the spectacular barrel room that was the setting for Michele and Ron's rehearsal dinner at Merryvale Vineyards in St. Helena. Spectacular with the candelabras and king's table, the New York crowd was dazzled by wine country at it's best! Catered by neighboring restaurant Tra Vigne, these destination wedding guests were in for a great treat. Michele did a tremendous job "branding" her wedding (it's what she does for a living). I thought the welcome bags were gorgeous, complete with their own new family "crest" and even a little post mark bearing their initials. Not a detail was missed. Check back later for Michelle and Ron's wedding images!

Merryvale Vineyards rehearsal dinner 1
Merryvale Vineyards rehearsal dinner 1
Merryvale Vineyards rehearsal dinner 2
Merryvale Vineyards rehearsal dinner 2
Merryvale Vineyards rehearsal dinner 3
Merryvale Vineyards rehearsal dinner 3
Merryvale Vineyards rehearsal dinner 4
Merryvale Vineyards rehearsal dinner 4
Merryvale Vineyards rehearsal dinner 5
Merryvale Vineyards rehearsal dinner 5

Martha and Phillippe's unique pizza rehearsal dinner

Martha and Phillippe had a very simple, very sweet rehearsal dinner. Hosted at a friend's house, the couple ordered pizza from several of their favorite local restaurants -- the kitchen was filled with so many yummy flavors and  scents! It's amazing how many great pizza places are in Oakland and Berkeley! Here are a few photos from Martha and Phillipe's fun rehearsal dinner, and check back tomorrow for photos from their gorgeous wedding!

Unique rehearsal dinner 1
Unique rehearsal dinner 1
Unique rehearsal dinner 2
Unique rehearsal dinner 2
Unique rehearsal dinner 3
Unique rehearsal dinner 3
Unique rehearsal dinner 4
Unique rehearsal dinner 4
Unique rehearsal dinner 5
Unique rehearsal dinner 5
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Unique rehearsal dinner 6