I was thrilled when I found out that one of my sister’s life-long friends, Jasmine, was tying the knot with her long time boyfriend from New Zealand, Alastair! I hadn’t seen Jasmine in years and talking with her from across the world was so fun [and had to be timed out just right!]. Since they were such an international couple, they went with a travel theme to express themselves on their wedding day!
My shots are all over the place with this one, and I have graciously used another friend of my sister’s shots as well [thanks Heidi!!], so enjoy them as random as they are. We’re starting on the ceremony:
[This is the youngest of Jasmine's 4 sisters- yes. 5 kids, all girls!!]
Jas and Alastair got married in beautiful San Clemente at the mellow Ole Hanson Beach Club. The day started off overcast, but truly ended up with the most perfect beach weather a bride could ask for!!!
A detail of Jasmine’s dress [and her something blue]:
Immediately after the ceremony, Jas decided to greet the guests with a receiving line. Promptly, all of the New Zealand gents gave their coats over to the ladies [Jas's three other sisters, and her cousin]. I thought it was too cute!
During cocktails, our little flower girl Grace [youngest], got to show off her talent with their string quartet. The quartet gladly played with their guest member and it was such a cute little personal touch for the families!
The suitcase on this table is something that Alastair’s grandmother found and gave to them. A unique vintage touch for their guest book table!!
Into the room for some details…
One of Jasmine’s friends from college, Lara, stepped it up BIG time in providing the floral centerpieces and decor for the reception. For someone that doesn’t do florals full time, she blew me away! They were breath-taking!!
Yes, this is their cake. It’s INCREDIBLE. It was created by Black Market Bakery and was soo intricate. They got to hand pick the stickers on the luggage, too. They were all New Zealand inspired [did I mentioned that Jas and Al have been living there the past two or so years??]!
After the receiving line, they took a group photo from the entire wedding. I loved the idea, since the venue overlooks two grass fields and have great balcony areas overlooking!
All a-light!
Detail shot of their favors [mini suitcases with candy inside!]:
Their outdoor tables were round, and had these gorgeous centerpieces that went around their umbrellas!
A few snagged portrait pics:
Their reception was catered with Indian food [as Jasmine is half Pakistani], and it was all made by her aunt and uncle. Oh my, was it deeeelish!
My sister with her friends since elementary school:
Jas did her bouquet toss off the patio down to the grass- love it!
Thanks to Al for holding on, or else we may have had a bride overboard!!
I didn’t get pictures of everything, like speeches and the cutting of that phenomenal cake, but what I did capture was some beautiful memories of this day that was full of love, family, and friends! I couldn’t believe how many of Al’s friends flew out to be with him from NZ- that is one LONG flight!! Now that you’re back living in the states, my best to you both!!!!
