Rebecca + Dan — Bella Collina San Clemente

Rebecca and Dan’s wedding reception was the first of the year for us and it definitely started our year off right! First off - they were the absolute cutest with one another! They had so much fun together, so much love for the other, and it was just so great to be a part of their wedding day.

Their big day started with each party getting ready at separate homes the morning of with their best girls and best guys and then heading to St. Edwards Catholic Church where the couple exchanged their vows. After their “I Do’s” the couple and their guests headed over to Bella Collina to kick off the celebration.

THE WELCOME

Guests were greeted in our lobby by a guest book with their engagement photos scattered throughout which then led them farther into our clubhouse. Guests then found a gorgeous pair of barn wood doors that had their table assignments beautifully strung across which led them into Cocktail Hour where catching up and conversation flowed along side the drinks.

THE RECEPTION

Once it was time, guests were invited into the ballroom where they’d find their names placed next to sprigs of greenery that complimented the neutral and elegant centerpieces that dressed up the tables oh-so perfectly. Market lights were strung adding a touch of charm while the center chandelier covered in greenery added to the rooms overall romantic feeling.

THE ROMANTICS

Jonathan Yacoub did such an amazing job capturing this couple and their authentic selves and happiness. Their smiles and laughter was contagious! And does anyone else love their “If I’m a Bird, You’re a Bird” moment as much as we are?!

THE PARTY

The Reception kicked off with the Bridal Party making their Grand Entrance followed by Rebecca and Dan’s First Dance as a married couple - which then broke out into a choreographed surprise for their guests. It was so fun!

Dinner followed, toasts were given, and then the dancing begun which was then accompanied by performances by Dan and his best friends, who actually used to play in a band together professionally for years. We later found out it had actually been years since they played together (some had moved out of state) so this was actually a reunion - the band was back together again!