Franciscan Gardens – Orange County Weddings – Styled Shoot
There's something about weddings with a pastel color palette that leave us completely enchanted. Which is why we were inspired to partner with a dream team of vendors to create this lovelier than lovely styled shoot at the beautiful Franciscan Gardens. It truly took...
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Classic Nautical Invitations & Stationery
We love when we can tap into our classic nautical side with a dose of prep, and designing these darling invitations and wedding stationery accomplished just that! The tri-fold invitations are crisp and lovely in charcoal grey with a pop of coral, embellished with an...
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The MacArthur – Los Angeles Wedding – Sarah & James
What do you get when you combine old Hollywood glamour with rich jeweled tones and an incredibly fun Bride and Groom who met at The Magic Castle? Literally pure magic! To set the tone for the wedding weekend, we collaborated with Sarah and James on designing...
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Timeless Monogram Wedding Stationery Collection
It is no secret that we love pretty wedding stationery around here at Agape Planning. So when we were able to design a full wedding stationery collection for Elizabeth and Taylor's special day, complete with a lovely and timeless monogram all throughout, it took our...
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The Ranch at Laguna Beach – Orange County Wedding – Venue Highlight
THE RANCH AT LAGUNA BEACH We absolutely adore this gorgeous and unique Laguna Beach property where understated elegance meets laid-back luxury. Nestled between the coast and the majestic Aliso and Wood Canyons, this private resort is an idyllic and serene haven...
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Hyatt Huntington Beach – Orange County Wedding – Hannah & Sean
Lovely and elegant, this coastal affair was an absolute dream. The champagne and blush hues of Hannah and Sean’s gorgeous day perfectly complemented the beach setting of the Hyatt Regency Huntington Beach. The ceremony altar, a beautifully constructed birchwood arch,...
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Must-Know Tips for Better Getting Ready Photos
Getting ready for the big day is a cherished part of the wedding celebration. These photos are an important part of the storytelling process and capture the joy, excitement, and raw emotions of the day. While you want these moments to be authentic and spontaneous,...
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Yosemite National Park – Yosemite Wedding – Megan & Casey
The natural backdrop for this wedding was something out of a fairytale. Add in the charming camp-inspired details, rich and luxurious color palette, infectious love between two high school sweethearts, and a wedding dress we can't stop dreaming about, and you've got...
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Coastal Elegance Wedding Stationery
Today we are reflecting back on the gorgeous wedding stationery we designed for Ashley and Kevin's beachfront wedding at Surf & Sand Resort in Laguna Beach. Understated coastal elegance was at its finest with our crisp white wedding stationery accented with teal and...
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The Ranch at Laguna Beach – Orange County Wedding – Grace & Grayson
Where do we even begin? The beautiful blushing Bride. The soft and lovely pastel florals. The stunning mountain backdrop. The Groom's reaction to seeing his Bride for the first time (which we PROMISE will bring you to tears). Each and every detail from Grace and...
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What to Consider When Selecting a Rehearsal Dinner Venue – Orange County Wedding – Wedding Advice
The Rehearsal Dinner is a special part of the wedding weekend. All of your planning and hard work is complete and you can finally allow yourself to breathe, relax, and be fully present with the close friends and family who are joining in on your big day. It should be...
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Wedding Inspiration – Olive & Black – Orange County Wedding
The color palette of Olive and Black is so on-trend but also happens to be one of those things that will never go out of style! It has a sophisticated charm about it that we simply can't resist. You can easily capture this lovely, organic hue of olive...
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The Ultimate Guide to Creating Your Perfect Wedding Invitation – Orange County Wedding – Wedding Advice
We love anything wedding invitation related around here! From traditional, to modern, to vintage, to unique, we adore the countless ways in which one can design their invitations so that they reflect their style, personality, and give a sneak peek of the wedding day...
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Fashion Island Hotel – Orange County Wedding – Carly and Jeff
For those brides who love the classic look of a black-tie affair but want a little more pizzazz, this wedding is perfect for you! From the ultra-chic wedding invitations with black and gold trim, to the black striped table linens with shimmering gold...
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Aliso Viejo Country Club – Orange County Wedding – Venue Highlight
ALISO VIEJO COUNTRY CLUB This gem of a venue is a lovely location to host your special day. Boasting pristine panoramic views of Saddleback Mountain and rolling greens of their private golf course, Aliso Viejo Country Club offers a beautiful and majestic setting that...
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Essentials for Finding Your Perfect Wedding Dress – Orange County Wedding – Wedding Advice
Whether you are planning a wedding in Orange County or Los Angeles, or a Destination Wedding, finding a wedding dress is one of the most exciting parts of the planning process. It can also bring a lot of pressure and unnecessary stress, and we personally think that...
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Franciscan Gardens – Orange County Wedding – Allyx & Korey
This wedding is the epitome of loveliness. Allyx and Korey wanted a soft and neutral color palette of ivory, champagne, blush, and hints of lilac paired with lush greenery, and it could not have blended more perfectly with the beautiful surroundings at Franciscan...
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Aliso Viejo Country Club – Orange County Wedding – Elizabeth & Taylor
Elizabeth and Taylor's beautiful wedding was classic and elegant from start to finish. Taking place at the beautiful St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Catholic Church for the ceremony and the luxurious Aliso Viejo Country Club for the reception, their timeless affair was...
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Wedding Inspiration – Navy & Marsala – Orange County Wedding
This week we are inspired by the luxurious color palette of Navy and Marsala. If you gravitate toward bold colors, these rich hues are the perfect way to make a beautiful visual impact on your wedding day. Incorporate these vibrant tones in your bridesmaid dresses,...
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Franciscan Gardens – Orange County Wedding – Jean & Roger
To say that we're smitten by all of the lovely details of this romantic, garden-inspired wedding is an understatement. Taking place at Franciscan Gardens, Jean and Roger chose the most idyllic location for their special day. The ceremony arch -- overflowing with lush...
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Surf & Sand Resort – Orange County Wedding – Ashley & Kevin
This beauty of a wedding is coastal elegance done right. Ashley and Kevin love the outdoors and they could not have chosen a more spectacular location than the beautiful Surf & Sand Resort. For the ceremony, pretty blush, coral, and peach florals were combined with...
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The Hollywood Roosevelt Hotel – Los Angeles Wedding – Styled Shoot: Wedding Stationery Collection
You may have seen the fabulous Los Angeles Wedding Styled Shoot we planned, styled, and designed at The Hollywood Roosevelt Hotel. For those of you who missed it, you can check it out HERE -- it is a must see!! To complete our look, we custom designed a lavish...
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Romantic Tropical Styled Shoot: Wedding Stationery Collection
We included teaser images of our exclusive wedding stationery collection from our Romantic Tropical Wedding Styled Shoot but simply can't wait any longer to show you all of the pretty little details! From the first pop of the envelope, fresh and vibrant hues,...
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The Hollywood Roosevelt Hotel – Los Angeles Wedding – Styled Shoot
Hollywood style is definitely a leader in cutting edge design, dynamic trends and the perfect inspiration for brides who want something a little out of the box. The Hollywood Roosevelt Hotel was the perfect location for this incredible styled shoot, as it is a classic...
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The Resort at Pelican Hill – Orange County Wedding Venue – Venue Highlight
THE RESORT AT PELICAN HILL Timeless... breathtaking... exquisite. These are just a few words we use to describe The Resort at Pelican Hill. Perched upon the coastline in Newport Coast, and boasting one of the most magnificent views in the world, Pelican Hill is the...
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The Resort at Pelican Hill – Orange County Wedding – Tracey & Philip
The Resort at Pelican Hill is truly a dreamy location, from the gorgeous 180 degree views of the Pacific Ocean to their service and cuisine that is simply marvelous. Plus, who can top their timeless rotunda -- picture-perfect for only the most gorgeous wedding...
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Romantic Tropical Styled Shoot
There is something so dreamy and romantic about a destination wedding in a tropical locale, which is why we were so inspired to create this gorgeous and exotic styled wedding shoot that brings the vibrant vibes of the tropics to life. Bright...
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You’re Engaged, Now What? Here’s The Checklist Before the Checklist
You've become recently Engaged... Congratulations!!! Now many of you are asking - Now what?! Where do I start!? And your head begins to spin... First... Take a deep breath, think of your fiance, and smile! Second... Think about the best way to start your planning....
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Alec & Ryan’s Gorgeous Green Wedding
Alec and Ryan’s wedding was something out of a dream. It was such a joy to plan all of the special details alongside these college sweethearts. We loved having the bride’s personal style shine through every detail, from the vintage lounge furniture to the bohemian...
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Stephanie & Israel’s Beautiful Wedding
As I write about this beautiful couple, my heart aches and my eyes tear up as I relive this amazing day. It's not just that this special day was beautiful from start to finish, but it also reminds me of how fragile and precious life is. A few short weeks after...
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Vy Vy & Chris’ Exquisite City Wedding
Chris and Vy Vy's wedding is one for my history books! It is one of my all-time favorite weddings to date, and it was such an honor to be a part of the planning and design from start to finish. Chris is incredible — a loyal and dear friend, an uber-talented...
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Rich Greenery, White & Wood Wedding Inspiration at the Monarch Beach Resort
In case you missed it, we planned and designed a styled ceremony and reception at the Monarch Beach Resort (complete with not one, but two exquisite custom stationery collections), along with some of our absolute favorite, extremely talented wedding...
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Katie & Kevin’s Sweet Garden Wedding
You know you're blessed when you get the opportunity to work with amazing people, especially when those amazing people are referred to you by other incredible people. This was just the case with Katie and Kevin. Katie was referred to us by one of our other awesome...
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Stationery Shoot: A Sneak Peek at Our Second Styled Ceremony…
In case you missed it, we planned and designed an epic wedding ceremony and reception (complete with a gorgeous, complementary stationery collection) at the Monarch Beach Resort this spring...and we are back with more! We shot a second styled ceremony at the resort...
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Lush Coral & Blush Styled Wedding Reception at the Monarch Beach Resort
If you enjoyed the details from our styled ceremony shoot at the Monarch Beach Resort and the lovely stationery we designed for the occasion, you'll love this beautiful reception we staged on the resort's Botanical Lawn. We can almost feel the ocean breezes that blew...
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Lush Coral Wedding Stationery Collection
As seen in last week's post introducing the first of the photos from our spring styled shoot at the Monarch Beach Resort, we're so excited to share the first of two exclusive stationery collections we designed for the occasion! In keeping with the rich blush and coral...
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Lush Coral & Blush Wedding Inspiration at the Monarch Beach Resort
Inspired by the fresh new look of the Monarch Beach Resort and — as always — by the beautiful Southern California coast, we are so excited to share our June styled shoot at one of our very favorite venues in Orange County! In the spring, we planned and designed two...
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Mona & Mazi’s Elegant Persian Wedding
An absolute dream it was to work with this amazing duo, and to help them bring together all their lovely details as we planned their wedding from across time zones! Mona and Mazi were living in England during the entire wedding planning process, so it was my goal to...
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Naomi & Billy’s Blush & Beachy Wedding
I fell in LOVE with this couple the minute I first spoke to Naomi. She is truly a remarkable woman! Her caring heart and sweet disposition, combined with her awe-inspiring sense of style, make her truly a perfect friend — and for me, the perfect bride to work with....
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Cheeky Pink Wedding Stationery Collection
This pocket invitation collection was the perfect accompaniment to such a sweet wedding. Shades from baby pink to hot pink popped against the ivory invitation cards, which featured soft pink script and designs and included a details card, RSVP card and sendoff brunch...
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Romantic Blush Wedding Stationery
This romantic blush and ivory wedding stationery in a modern gold pocket envelope was such a fun expression of the lovely couple and their beautiful wedding. A scalloped edge with dainty cutouts bordered the invitation which featured soft, blush pink script and...
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Shruti & Neeraj’s Simply Stunning Wedding
Seriously, this couple made me smile through their whole planning process. Their deep love for each other, spunky personalities, and attention to detail made their wedding day absolutely special from start to finish. Usually Indian weddings are festive with bright...
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Venue Highlight: Hotel Irvine
HOTEL IRVINE A beautiful lifestyle hotel in the heart of Orange County, Hotel Irvine excels at personalizing each wedding down to the very last detail. Collaborating with you to concept creative design ideas and accommodate all of your wedding day needs and desires,...
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Sweet White & Gold Stationery Collection
This combination of gold script on white stationery cards was so simply perfect! The gold lining of each envelope really popped as each element of the invitation collection was revealed — the invite, details card and RSVP card. We also had the opportunity to design...
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Mission Hills Christian School 2016 Gala – A Night to Remember
Every year, I get to give back to a few nonprofits whose ministries and passions I truly LOVE and care deeply about. The Mission Hills Christian School Annual Gala at the Marriott Laguna Cliffs was targeted not only at raising funds for the school's tuition assistance...
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Magically Elegant Purple Invitation Collection
f This lavish wedding invitation collection was the perfect complement to a luxurious, wine-themed wedding full of opulent details — the chandelier is a perfect allusion to what was to come! Soft purple script on a silvery-white background was the theme of the...
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Action Force Network Gala
We had the privilege of planning and coordinating the first Annual Gala for Action Force Network (AFN), an Orange County-based non-profit organization focusing on breaking the chains and cycle of abuse. AFN is dedicated to bringing Awareness and Education to youth and...
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Silver & Royal Purple Swirl Panel Invitations
These eye-catching, royal purple panel invitations incorporated a silver border that really made it pop, and soft swirls that also graced the details card and RSVP card. We also designed the complementing menu for the wedding reception. Alternating purple and silver...
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Jennifer & Isaac’s Creative & Classy Wedding
Jennifer LOVED planning her wedding, and taking to heart all the little details that made her wedding special and unique. After Jen's Design Consultation with me, you could see the wheels spinning in her head as she quickly went to work to bring to life special...
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Laura & William’s Delightful Destination Wedding
I'll never forget my first conversation with Laura. Her sweet Southern charm and calm disposition left me feeling an instant connection to this Southern girl. I mean after all, I'm a southern Alabama girl (at heart) and knew I just had to be a part of Laura's...
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