Tag: California Wedding

An Opulent Winter Wedding at The Beverly Hills Hotel

The bride standing under an altar of white flowers and lit-up icicle trees, holding her crystal bouquet.
Photography: John & Joseph Photography | Mindy Weiss | The Beverly Hills Hotel | Mark’s Garden | Galia Lahav | Maradee Wahl | Chris Appleton | Mary Phillips | Aaron Novak Films | Daylight Event Lighting | Vogue Candles | West Coast Music | Lehr & Black | Revelry Event Designers | Theoni Collection | Luxe Linen | RB Dance Floors

Nestled within the glamorous city of Beverly Hills, a winter wonderland came to life on December 7, 2022. The renowned Beverly Hills Hotel hosted a spectacular celebration that was nothing short of a fairy tale.

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Modern Beach Elopement Shoot By Esther Makau Photography

Man embraces a woman in a sequin mini dress on sunny Orange County beach with the waves of the Pacific Ocean behind them.
Photo: Esther Makau Photography

Elopements aren’t just for the movies, and amid the global uncertainties of the past year and the new wedding-planning nuances that came along with them, more couples have been opting instead for sweet weddings for two. This modern beach elopement styled shoot was captured by Esther Makau Photography in her signature candid, airy style. Esther Makau is passionate about freezing moments in time by taking candid wedding photos that tell a couple’s unique love story. “Timeless, romantic and candid moments are captured because of a couple’s connection with each other and their photographer. Your memories are as important to me as they are to you,” explains Esther. As you scroll through the photos from this shoot, you’ll almost feel the ocean breeze and the love and laughter shared between the bride and groom.  Click here to read the rest of this post »