Real Wedding: Joann + Jon’s 1920’s Nestldown Wedding

Happy Monday everyone! I have such a gorgeous wedding to start the week of today sent over from the talented duo at Paco & Betty. It’s at one of my favorite venues, Nestldown in northern California. With a ceremony among the Redwoods, what’s not to love! And with such a gorgeous location, you don’t need much as far as decor, but I LOVE their 1920’s inspired fashion for the groomsmen and the gorgeous flowers + dresses all the ladies are wearing – especially those pretty succulents in her hair! Big Congrats to Joann + Jon!

succulents in bride's hair

groomsmen in vintage hats and bowties

bride in the woods

groomsmen having fun

LOVE those fun photos of the guys! And how cute is this below? They had these adorable boys dressed up as paper boys delivering programs to all the guests.

ring bear paper boy

wedding at nestledown

groomsmen in blue converse shoes

couple walking down the aisle cheering

1920's inspired wedding photos

bride and groom in field of red flowers

vintage bride and groom

menu written on wood

The theme for the day wasn’t originally a theme, but sort of a plethora of things we’ve always been drawn to. When everything came all together, it just made sense somehow. We have always been interested in DIY and antique/vintage things, whether it be art, music, or even old ways of doing things like typewriting or handwriting a letter. I guess you could say that our goal wasn’t to do anything that hasn’t been done before, but to try and create a timeless memory by gathering things that have always been inspiring to us.

wooden bark centerpieces

bride in lace wedding dress

Most memorable moment of your wedding day? The most memorable moment for us was probably seeing family and friends in one place. Everyone happy, laughing, and just having a good time realizing that something like that is very rare.

bride serving ice cream from truck at wedding

Any advice for those planning now? Put yourselves in the places of your guests. Be the guest. Serve food you would want to eat, play music you would want to hear, see things you’ve always wanted to see and make it happen. The most memorable moments aren’t only the things that are supposed to go perfectly, but the little things you do to show what you both are all about to create spontaneity.

LOVE your vendors because we absolutely loved each and every one of them. We made new GREAT friends and recruited our talented family to help carry out our vision. We couldn’t have asked for a better dream team. If you are surrounded with creative and artistic people, let their talents shine with you guys!

Vendors:
Venue: Nestldown
Photography: Paco & Betty – You can see more from their wedding here on their blog
Cinematography: Paco & Betty, Sam Crayne
Caterer: Melons Catering and Events (We chose family style comfort food dining)
Ice Cream Truck: Aunt Lali
Candy Shop Baker: Our talented cousin Bernard Boo
Ceremony Music: Our talented cousin Marcia Robles
Reception Band: Gaucho Gypsy Jazz Band
DJ: Risky Bizness Productions
Officiant: Father Josh Favaolora from White Robed Monks
Event Design: Jon + JoAnn, Justin Boo, Details by Design Events
Event Planning: Details by Design Events & Brooke Greene from Nestldown
Flowers/Plants: Joseph Figueras & Jon + JoAnn’s moms and aunts
Invitations, Newspapers and Graphics: Our talented brother Justin Boo
Bride’s Dress: Monique Lhuillier
Bride’s Shoes: Ceremony: Bordello by Pleaser (Champagne Satin) / Reception: DKNYC Women’s Kiran Wedge (Yellow)
Hair: Kat Gregory from Wakshak Salon
Make-up: Joanna Tapang from M.A.C.
Bridesmaid’s Dress: Anthropologie, Therapy, & Trendy Tummy Maternity (For those who are expecting)
Groom’s Suit: Pinstripe Tommy Hilfiger Suit; Hat: Goorin; Shoes: Converse Chuck Taylor (Blue)

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