Dreamy Wedding Inspiration at Carmel Valley Ranch

Carmel Valley Ranch inspiration

Ok, be totally honest, have you ever seen a dreamier ceremony site than this? The creatives who put together this truly stunning editorial were inspired single handedly by the the breathtaking space they set out to style: the new ceremony site at Carmel Valley Ranch. With just one look at the location, we say – how could you not be?! The designer behind the setting, Christine Cater, tells us a little bit more about all the pretty:

Our sole purpose was to leave the audience feeling dreamy and wide-eyed. From the ombre flowers on the Art Deco-inspired aisle runner and the lace gown from Haute Bride, to the sweeping Carmel Valley views and the ranch’s galloping goats and horses, it was a day full of beauty in every single direction.

We think (and hope!) the look they created will be super popular for weddings to come. Imagine a summer celebration here! Carlie Statsky’s romantic photography style was a perfect fit for all the gorgeousness. We’re ready to be whisked away to beautiful Caramel. What about you?

Haute Bride wedding dress

Haute Bride wedding dress

We kinda can’t even stand how pretty this dress is! Amsale at its absolute finest!

pink peony fern bouquet

feather crown flower girl

And this little cutie is wearing J.Crew!

feather crown flower girl

black tux groom

Carmel Valley Ranch inspiration

Carmel Valley Ranch inspiration

Christine Cater not only nailed it with the details, but those florals? Have you ever seen ferns look so artful + elegant?!

pink peony fern bouquet

Carmel Valley Ranch inspiration

pink peony fern bouquet

Carmel Valley Ranch inspiration

Carmel Valley Ranch inspiration

A peek at what is surely our new most favorite space for saying I Do…

Carmel Valley Ranch

Carmel Valley Ranch

flower art aisle

flower art aisle

pampas grass decor

Our team at Christine Cater created the ceremony space around a hand-painted aisle runner using ombre flowers in whites, pinks and plums that ended in a circular pampas grass altar surrounded by ghost chairs.

pampas grass decor

pampas grass decor

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goat

Carmel Valley Ranch

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If this stunning wedding style happens to be your dream aesthetic, shop with us to get the look!

styled tablescape

rose centerpiece

glass menu

glass menu

glass menu

tassel napkin holder

glass menu

The wooden dining table featured hand painted acrylic menus with each guest’s name at the top, gold flatware, plates and candlesticks from Anthropologie, chargers and bowls from Z Gallerie and custom made vintage jewelry and pampas grass tassels at each place setting.

tassel napkin holder

styled tablescape

fern flower chair decor

wire cake table

The simple, but pretty, cake was by Edith Meyer.

lounge

tassels

bud vases

fern flower chair decor

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Carmel Valley Ranch Carmel Valley Ranch horses

The swoonfest doesn’t have to end just yet! Be sure to watch the lovely film below by Luke Goodman to see even more:

Thanks so much to the super talented creatives below for sharing this stunning set-up with us! Are any couples tying the knot at Carmel Valley Ranch? What about at this particular space?

photography: Carlie Statsky // venue name: Carmel Valley Ranch, Carmel, California // event design: Christine Cater // planning: Christine Cater // florals: Christine Cater // bride's shoes: Christian Louboutin // hair stylist: Bianca & Kate // makeup artist: Bianca & Kate // groom attire: Franco Uomo // videography: Luke Goodman // cake: Edith Meyer // jewelry: Fourtane // bride's dress: Haute Bride // flower girl dress: J.Crew // macaroons: Edith Meyer // rentals: Blueprint Studios

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