60’s-Inspired Smog Shoppe Wedding: Shannon + Nick

60s inspired wedding

Guys, Shannon + Nick have some serious style! But we’re sure you could already tell for yourself from that opening image. For their incredible, timeless Smog Shoppe wedding, they were inspired by 1960’s style, Mia Farrow and “cool cats looking cool” (awesome!). They incorporated traditions they felt passionate about + ditched the ones they felt weren’t as meaningful to them – and we encourage all couples to do the same!

Their day was filled with all kinds of beautiful details crafted by The Love Riot + Jesi Haack Design, which you’ll see in a sec, like rustic hanging floral boxes, a lazer cut escort card backdrop and some the most incredible ceremony site draping ever! And we like that they put a big emphasis on the party aspect of things, too, inviting Pharmacie LA to whip up delicious drinks + keeping the party going strong with 80’s new wave + timeless garage rock courtesy of DART DJs!

And we’re super glad Steve Cowell was there to capture + share it all with us today!

invitation

bouquet

60s bride

lace bridal shoes

flower halo

vintage style rings

bride

Our Favorite Memory From The Wedding

Our accidental first look made for a special surprise moment! Instead of a posed/planned moment, which would have been lovely, Nick popped out of an elevator to find me being photographed on a landing in the lobby of the historic Culver Hotel.

first look

60s bride and groom

boutonniere

bride and groom

bride and groom

bride and groom


Wow, this bouquet! Honey & Poppies really hit the nail on the head with this, and all of the stunning florals from the day!

yellow and white bouquet

flower halo

boutonnieres

wedding party

plaid jacket

60s ring bearer


Serious love for everyone’s style! We especially adore Shannon’s BHLDN Rococo gown!

bridesmaids

bridesmaids

juliet rose bouquet

groomsmen

fabric drapery backdrop

fabric drapery backdrop

ceremony

ceremony


This draping is such a dream!

ceremony

ceremony

kiss

large printed program

escort cards

escort cards

hanging florals

hanging florals


The tables looked lovely with peach + pink linens and a time-honored, 60’s classy feel.

hanging florals

pink plate settings

anemones

amber colored glass

photo table names

dinner menu

dessert bar

banner dessert bar

mini desserts

smog shoppe reception

cake cutting

dancing silhouette


And since we kinda fell in love with Shannon + Nick’s wedding playlist, we thought we’d share it with you guys!

Our Advice To Those Planning Now

Get a planner. Prioritize where you want the money to go, realizing that you can't have everything you want. Don't be afraid to break tradition and add your own elements to the ceremony, ie, a "diamond" capped walking stick for an 11 yr old to escort his new aunt down the aisle.

photography: Steve Cowell // venue name: Smog Shoppe, Culver City, California // event design: Jesi Haack Design // planning: The Love Riot // florals: Honey & Poppies // wedding dress: BHLDN and "Rococo Gown" // bride's shoes: John Varvatos NYC Wingtip Spectator Boot // hair stylist: 10.11 Makeup // makeup artist: 10.11 Makeup // paper goods: Lupa & Pepi // catering: Huntington Catering // desserts: Rossmoor Bakery // music: DART DJs // officiant: Ty Rose // suit: Hugo Boss // bar service: Pharmacie LA // signage: Lupa & Pepi // table top rentals: Casa De Perrin // magician: David Bonfadini // flip book: A Little Scene // valet: Jeffrey Valet

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