An Eclectic + Elegant Wedding At The Sands Hotel In Palm Springs

“We wanted our wedding to be an eclectic fusion of our passions — fashion, art and architecture,” say Beverly + Rafael. The couple said “I do” at The Sands Hotel in Palm Springs, California, and their passionate, aesthetic approach to planning led to a celebration full of show stopping florals and stylish wedding day looks.

Beverly + Rafael collaborated with event designers and planners from LB Events to create a super balanced and unique look for their big day. “We always said we wanted our wedding to be full of juxtapositions,” the couple says, ”feminine but masculine, modern yet classic.”

Jaw-dropping ceremony floral installations were balanced with minimalist signage. Pops of pink throughout the event’s design were playful nods to The Sands Hotel’s famously pink facade while muted ivories played a big role in the day’s color scheme. 

We can’t wait to show you Duey Photo’s gorgeous pictures of this design-forward day. Let’s dive in!

These chic and colorful invitations were created by Wildhouse Ink. Loving that fun scalloped edge detail and the pop of pale pink!

Beverly knew she didn’t want a traditional wedding dress or the traditional wedding dress search. Her passion for fashion had her looking through the ready-to-wear collections of all sorts of designers she loves and admires. That’s what led her to this high-neck, low-back, shimmery, beaded gown by Flora. “It’s not something I’d normally gravitate towards,” Beverly says, “but for some reason I couldn’t get the image out of my mind. That’s when I knew I had to try it on, and it was perfect.”

The First Look

Rafael’s light colored suit is perfect for southern California in September! Shop this off-white linen blend suit from J.Crew to recreate his chic-yet-casual look!

Beverly’s timeless low bun was the work of Bridal Buns By Ashley, and Makeup With Celeste created her rosy, elegant glow.

The Ceremony

Can you even believe what Rogue & Fox created out of greenery?!

More evidence of the way that juxtaposition guided Beverly + Rafael’s design vision: The sculptural installations of the ceremony backdrop are balanced perfectly by the wild, grassy arrangements lining the aisle.

“Throughout the planning process, we were continuously drawn to the idea of negative space,” says the couple. “We brought this curvature motif throughout our wedding from the invitation to the ceremony backdrop. The entire design felt easy because it was true to who we are as a couple – an organized chaos with the utmost intention.”

We love the idea of woven hand fans as guest favors in the Palm Springs heat!

Check out our collection of creative and unique wedding favors your guests will love.

Beverly’s embellished veil pairs so well with her beaded gown. Explore our list of the best wedding veils for every bridal style to narrow down all the different veil possibilities!

Definitely check out our collection of wedding aisle decor ideas we’re obsessed with if you are loving the immersive, overgrown vibes of Beverly + Rafael’s aisle florals.

Our Musical Choices
			
Processional: "Sundays" by FKJ & Prideful by j^p^n^ (piano version)
			
			
Recessional: "Wait" by NoMBe
			
			
First Dance: "Do You Go Up" by Khai
			
		

The Reception

Modern, minimalist seating charts were such a great way to balance the rich, lush greenery and florals. Take a peek at these 36 unique wedding seating chart ideas to spark some signage ideas of your own.

Beverly + Rafael found juxtaposition in their celebration’s setup, too! Tented poolside reception tables from Found Rental Co., struck a balance between indoor and outdoor. The best of both worlds!

Place settings from Greystone Table played with minimalist design while incorporating metallic pops of gold.

Loving these bright and bold linens from BBJ La Tavola. Check out these chartreuse linen napkins from Pottery Barn to recreate this tablescape on your own.

We are digging the organic feel of the rough-edge stone table numbers.

LOVE a his + hers cocktail moment! Look through our list of 17 creative ways to make your wedding cocktails stand out to start envisioning what your own signature cocktail menu might look like!

Our Advice To Those Planning Now
Your vendors are your team, so make sure the vendors you pick are ones you trust! It makes the day so much less stressful.

Our Favorite Memory From The Wedding
Our first dance was so special.

Congratulations, Beverly + Rafael, on your dreamy design-forward wedding day! It was pink Palm Springs perfection! All the best from GWS!