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It’s not often that I get to be a bridesmaid and a coordinator – it’s only happened once actually! It was an honor to do both for Stephanie and Paul! Happy anniversary to one of the most fun and adventurous couples I know! To see more photos from this fun celebration, see our original post

Thanks to Heather Elise for the photos! Cake by Sweet Cheeks Baking Company.

While many wedding formalities are becoming relaxed, addressing your wedding invitation envelopes is not one of them. Usually your wedding invitations will contain an inner envelope and an outer envelope.

The outer envelope should be addressed formally using guests’ full names and titles. Words in addresses should be spelled out, such as Avenue instead of Ave. The outer envelope should be addressed to both members of a married couple – for example, Mr. and Mrs. John Smith. If one of the guests is a doctor, use the Dr. abbreviation for their title – for example, Dr. Anna Haney and Mr. Paul Collins.

When inviting an unmarried couple, living at the same address, use both guests’ names and titles, for example, Ms. Elizabeth Kline and Mr. Paul Tobin.

When inviting children, the outer envelope should be addressed to the parents – children will be listed on the inner envelope. Similarly, if a guest will be inviting a date, the outer envelope should be addressed to your guest only – the date will be added on the inner envelope.

The inner envelope is more casual and should include the names of everyone invited. For example, the inner envelope for Mr. and Mrs. John Smith and their son, Brad, would be addressed as Mr. and Mrs. Smith on the top line and Brad Smith on the next line. For a guest inviting a date, the inner envelope should be addressed to your guest and date, for example, Mr. Richard Ramsey and Guest.

When the inner envelope is inserted into the outer envelope, it should be unsealed with the names of the guests visible when the outer envelope is opened. All of your inserts, such as RSVP cards, will be inside the inner envelope, printed side up in order of size.

Photo and calligraphy by Calligraphy858.

Stephanie and Jeff knew they wanted an outdoor wedding venue with a modern, fresh look. They also wanted a space where their friends and family could spend time together during the wedding weekend. La Costa Resort and Spa fit that description perfectly.

The romantic ceremony was held overlooking the golf course under a gorgeous canopy draped in blush and white flowers. The bridesmaids were stunning in matching blush gowns. 

The bride’s gold sparkle shoes and her crystal topped gown set the tone for the black-tie affair.

During the ceremony, the couple nailed a bottle of wine into a custom wooden box to be opened on their 1st wedding anniversary.

As guests arrived at the reception, they were greeted with glasses of champagne tied with their seating cards. 

The reception in the Poinsettia Ballroom featured tall blush and white centerpieces on cut glass candelabras with crystals and mercury glass candles, gold chiavari chairs, a pink and white candy station, a donut bar, live music and pale pink uplights.

Vendors:
Venue: Omni La Costa Resort and Spa
Photography: Melissa McClure Photography
Flowers: FloralWorks and Events
Charger Plates, Chairs, Dance Floor: Raphaels Party Rentals
Cake & Donuts: VG Donut and Bakery
Hair/Make-up: Audra Rene
Videographer: Donald Martin
Musicians: Soulville California Band
Planning & Design: Stephanie Rose Events

This elegant table created for San Diego Style Weddings Magazine sparkled with gold, silver and candlelight. The something blue accents complimented the delicate blue threads found in the table linen. Gold flecked champagne, silver and gold dusted macaroons and glittering white peacocks added bling while keeping the look sophisticated.

Thank you again to Cort Peters from St. Therese of Carmel Catholic Church for sharing his knowledge and passion about Catholic marriage and Dale Gottschalk, San Diego DJ & Video, David Zumaya, Weddings at California Photography, and  John Riedy, John Riedy Photography, for all of the amazing Catholic wedding images.