The Beautiful Casa Elar @ Ojai Valley Inn & Spa

Casa Elar (‘L’ ‘R’),  Ojai Valley Inn & Spa’s Private Estate, has recently been released for weddings and special events.  This beautiful Estate, design by Santa Barbara architect William Mahan, awaits you nestled in the hills of Ojai Valley just minutes from the Ojai Valley Inn & Spa.  This private 10,407 sq ft Italian styled villa is now available to you. Exclusive use of a Bentley-inspired golf cart, private spa and pool with shaded terrace, stone pizza oven and gas BBQ, 2 master suites, each with spacious his & hers bathrooms (OMG the hers bathroom I could live in!), outdoor balconies with fireplaces, private massage room, great room with dining for 12, library with built-in bar, gourmet kitchen, and so many more amenities it’s a must see for your wedding or next special event.
To celebrate the release of Casa Elar, XOXO BRIDE was asked to design a dinner in the gardens of the estate.  With a stellar cast of my favorite vendors we were spoiled by the staff of the Ojai Valley Inn & Spa to a delightful dinner followed by deserts and cordials in the library.
All photographs by Michael and Anna Costa Photography unless tagged otherwise.
The Beautiful Casa Elar @ Ojai Valley Inn and Spa
The Beautiful Casa Elar @ Ojai Valley Inn and Spa The Beautiful Casa Elar @ Ojai Valley Inn and Spa
The Beautiful Casa Elar @ Ojai Valley Inn and Spa
The design all started with the Nandini Net Guilded overlay by La Tavola.  I knew I wanted to use this overlay as it is the personification of royalty in lace.  I coupled it with a soft butter yellow Dupionique Iridescence linen and used the vintage pearl flatware line at Town & Country Event Rentals.  In addition, I couldn’t help but pull in their beautiful Vineyard Collection chairs rotating designs down the table.
The Beautiful Casa Elar @ Ojai Valley Inn and Spa
The Beautiful Casa Elar @ Ojai Valley Inn and Spa The Beautiful Casa Elar @ Ojai Valley Inn and Spa
The Beautiful Casa Elar @ Ojai Valley Inn and Spa
Holly Flora graciously provided our table scape of romantic blooms.  Holly’s expert eye caught every detail with books, vases, glassware and all kinds of goodies in every nook and cranny of our event.  My thoughts then ran to draping in decadence… and who better than Brent Jongeward of BAM Specialty Fabric & Event Draping to pull it together… literally!  I wanted to emulate an indoor formal dining room feeling and Brent knew exactly what I was going for and gave us an amazing display of his talents. Next, the frames!!  I dreamt of having the indoor experience outdoor and wanted to continue that feeling by pulling empty frames and suspending them in such a way you felt like you were in a dining room.
The Beautiful Casa Elar @ Ojai Valley Inn and Spa The Beautiful Casa Elar @ Ojai Valley Inn and Spa
The Beautiful Casa Elar @ Ojai Valley Inn and Spa
The Beautiful Casa Elar @ Ojai Valley Inn and Spa The Beautiful Casa Elar @ Ojai Valley Inn and Spa
The Beautiful Casa Elar @ Ojai Valley Inn and Spa
The Beautiful Casa Elar @ Ojai Valley Inn and Spa The Beautiful Casa Elar @ Ojai Valley Inn and Spa
The Beautiful Casa Elar @ Ojai Valley Inn & Spa The Beautiful Casa Elar @ Ojai Valley Inn & Spa
The Beautiful Casa Elar @ Ojai Valley Inn & Spa The Beautiful Casa Elar @ Ojai Valley Inn & Spa
One of my favorite parts was putting an oversized oval mirror on an easel at the foot of the dining table.  This small but impactful element provides an intimate dining room experience for guests.  The frames and the fabulous vintage rental furniture were provided by Krista Jon of Archive Vintage Rentals, love them! Notice those great benches by the ceremony arbor, very chic use of seating for guests.  The night was so beautifully illuminated by Images by Lighting.  Casa Elar was glowing in the night’s skyline and it was unmistakable that a VIP event was being held that night.  The pool glistened while we sipped wine and savored the wonderful foods.  Ceci New York provided us with beautiful designed menus.
The Beautiful Casa Elar @ Ojai Valley Inn and Spa
The Beautiful Casa Elar @ Ojai Valley Inn & Spa
A special thank you to Michael and Anna Costa Photography and Next Exit Photography for capturing Casa Elar’s release dinner so artistically.  We love you! Guests were treated to gift bag goodies provided by, The Ojai Vineyard winery, Ojai Olive Oil, New Oak Ranch lavender jam, Friends Ranch citrus cuties, Zena’s Gypsy Tea (my personal favorite is the Coconut Chai Tea… Amazing!), and a variety of Ojai Valley Inn & Spa Products.  Oh and who could forget Ojai Valley Inn & Spa Pastry Chef Calvin created seating cards for each guest in a sugar cookie with their personalized business logo, another of my favorite moments of the night.
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Storybook Love ~ Sarah and Matty ~ Featured on Style Me Pretty

Oh my goodness, love me some Sarah and Matty! The day I met them, I fell in love. Sarah’s eyes sparkled when she talked about Matty and their wedding. And who would have known that Matty, the strong silent type, was a funnyman with words! His humor was crisp, precise and definitely a footnote at the wedding. Sarah was inspired by love and all things beautiful.
Story Book Love ~ Sarah and Matty ~ Featured on Style Me Pretty
Story Book Love ~ Sarah and Matty ~ Featured on Style Me Pretty Story Book Love ~ Sarah and Matty ~ Featured on Style Me Pretty
Story Book Love ~ Sarah and Matty ~ Featured on Style Me Pretty Story Book Love ~ Sarah and Matty ~ Featured on Style Me Pretty
Story Book Love ~ Sarah and Matty ~ Featured on Style Me Pretty
Story Book Love ~ Sarah and Matty ~ Featured on Style Me Pretty
In keeping with Matty’s humor, Zenadia Designs created ad-lib RSVP cards, which I couldn’t resist displaying at the cocktail hour. I used my over-sized birdcage and strung each of the cards for guests to enjoy.
Story Book Love ~ Sarah and Matty ~ Featured on Style Me Pretty Story Book Love ~ Sarah and Matty ~ Featured on Style Me Pretty
Story Book Love ~ Sarah and Matty ~ Featured on Style Me Pretty
In keeping with Matty’s humor, Zenadia Designs created ad-lib RSVP cards, which I couldn’t resist displaying at the cocktail hour. I used my over-sized birdcage and strung each of the cards for guests to enjoy.
Story Book Love ~ Sarah and Matty ~ Featured on Style Me Pretty Story Book Love ~ Sarah and Matty ~ Featured on Style Me Pretty
Story Book Love ~ Sarah and Matty ~ Featured on Style Me Pretty Story Book Love ~ Sarah and Matty ~ Featured on Style Me Pretty
So it was settled, a storybook love was the inspiration to their wedding. Nico of NLC Productions expertly provided us each of the floral scenes that depicted exactly what we had envisioned. Behind the bride and groom stood Nico’s beautiful iron gates, exposing the Santa Barbara harbor view of sunset. A petite vanity with expressive blooms was the ideal decor at their ceremony.
Story Book Love ~ Sarah and Matty ~ Featured on Style Me Pretty Story Book Love ~ Sarah and Matty ~ Featured on Style Me Pretty
Story Book Love ~ Sarah and Matty ~ Featured on Style Me Pretty Story Book Love ~ Sarah and Matty ~ Featured on Style Me Pretty
Story Book Love ~ Sarah and Matty ~ Featured on Style Me Pretty
Story Book Love ~ Sarah and Matty ~ Featured on Style Me Pretty Story Book Love ~ Sarah and Matty ~ Featured on Style Me Pretty
Story Book Love ~ Sarah and Matty ~ Featured on Style Me Pretty Story Book Love ~ Sarah and Matty ~ Featured on Style Me Pretty
Story Book Love ~ Sarah and Matty ~ Featured on Style Me Pretty Story Book Love ~ Sarah and Matty ~ Featured on Style Me Pretty
Story Book Love ~ Sarah and Matty ~ Featured on Style Me Pretty Story Book Love ~ Sarah and Matty ~ Featured on Style Me Pretty
Story Book Love ~ Sarah and Matty ~ Featured on Style Me Pretty
Story Book Love ~ Sarah and Matty ~ Featured on Style Me Pretty
Story Book Love ~ Sarah and Matty ~ Featured on Style Me Pretty
Story Book Love ~ Sarah and Matty ~ Featured on Style Me Pretty
Outbursts of laughter were heard all night! Amelia Lyon, in all her talents, beautifully captures the days warmth and love. Her detailed eye caught moments of truth, love and laughter giving us these amazing images. Sarah and Matty are now creating the next chapter to their storybook love. Congratulations!
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Wedding Photography: Amelia Lyon Photography | Wedding Venue: Montecito Country Club | Floral Design: NLC Productions | Bakery: Montecito Confections | Wedding Stationery: Zenadia Design | Linens: Wildflower Linen | Vintage Rentals: The Source & Eye | Lighting: LBPS Events | Music: Jeff Nuss Music Services | Spray-Painted Books + Numbers: DIY by the Bride | Wedding Dress: La Sposa | Shoes: Jimmy Choo | Hair: Joseph Martin Salon | Makeup: The Studio Agency
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Vintage Chic Showcase with Small Masterpiece ~ Featured on Style Me Pretty

Small Masterpiece owner Jason Murakawa and XOXO BRIDE’s Sonia Hopkins come together to present Jason’s amazing 1840’s Haviland and 1950’s dish collection.  Nestled in the tranquil Herb Garden of the Ojai Valley Inn & Spa, our hearts were set on displaying these amazing showpiece dish, flatware and stemware collections.  Highlighted with romantic blooms by Dandelion Ranch, Clover created just the touch each table needed.  Brent Jongeward of BAM Specialty Fabric Draping gave us beautiful and textural draping of the Herb Garden providing a room outdoors.  The fabulous vintage chairs, settees and chandeliers were graciously provided by Krista Jon of Archive Vintage Rentals.
XOXO BRIDE & Small Masterpiece at Ojai Valley Inn & Spa
Beautiful Inspiration with Small Masterpiece at Ojai Valley Inn & Spa
Beautiful Inspiration with Small Masterpiece at Ojai Valley Inn & Spa Beautiful Inspiration with Small Masterpiece at Ojai Valley Inn & Spa
Beautiful Inspiration with Small Masterpiece at Ojai Valley Inn & Spa Beautiful Inspiration with Small Masterpiece at Ojai Valley Inn & Spa
Beautiful Inspiration with Small Masterpiece at Ojai Valley Inn & Spa
Beautiful Inspiration with Small Masterpiece at Ojai Valley Inn & Spa
Beautiful Inspiration with Small Masterpiece at Ojai Valley Inn & Spa
We chose a linen with yellow design that would pop with the 1950’s collection and a more classic and clean linen with the Haviland collection, all provided by La Tavola. The stunning (and oh so funny!) Michelle Beller of MiBelle Photography captured our soiree with an eye for detail and a talent in capturing all things beautiful.
Beautiful Inspiration with Small Masterpiece at Ojai Valley Inn & Spa Beautiful Inspiration with Small Masterpiece at Ojai Valley Inn & Spa
Beautiful Inspiration with Small Masterpiece at Ojai Valley Inn & Spa Beautiful Inspiration with Small Masterpiece at Ojai Valley Inn & Spa
Beautiful Inspiration with Small Masterpiece at Ojai Valley Inn & Spa
Beautiful Inspiration with Small Masterpiece at Ojai Valley Inn & Spa Beautiful Inspiration with Small Masterpiece at Ojai Valley Inn & Spa
Beautiful Inspiration with Small Masterpiece at Ojai Valley Inn & Spa Beautiful Inspiration with Small Masterpiece at Ojai Valley Inn & Spa
Beautiful Inspiration with Small Masterpiece at Ojai Valley Inn & Spa Beautiful Inspiration with Small Masterpiece at Ojai Valley Inn & Spa
Beautiful Inspiration with Small Masterpiece at Ojai Valley Inn & Spa
                                                                                   

 

Bacara Resort & Spa ~ Nancy and Greg ~ Featured on Style Me Pretty

Nancy and Gregg, our super fun and hip couple from downtown Manhattan, took California by storm with their wedding.  The festivities lasted all weekend beginning with a welcome dinner at Hope Ranch private beach.  Guests were transported back in time by riding a classic yellow school bus to the private beach where these trendy New Yorker’s kicked off their Manolo Blahnik’s and Ferragamo’s and tip toed through the warm sand.  Guests sipped cocktails and flirted with the waves until the dinner bell was rung.  Finger lickin’ food was in their near future with authentic BBQ served by the one and only Santa Barbara BBQ Gourmet Catering.  Sunset grew near and guests high tailed it back to the beach for a bonfire and S’mores delights.
Bacara Resort & Spa ~ Nancy and Greg
Bacara Resort & Spa ~ Nancy and Greg
Bacara Resort & Spa ~ Nancy and Greg
Weather was not in our favor on the wedding day so the ceremony was moved inside where we re-created a classic indoor space by draping the windows that showed the impending storm which rather provided a beautiful soft glow as their ceremony backdrop.  The bride in her amazing Vera Wang gown and groom smartly dressed in a custom tailored Tom Ford suit couldn’t resist the sand and took an opportunity to run and play one more time before dinner.  A nod to New York chic the bridesmaids wore black Thread dresses, the bride danced in her naughty but nice black lace up Jimmy Choo’s and we couldn’t resist talking about her stunning jewels by Rodrigo Otazu.  Breathtaking!
Bacara Resort & Spa ~ Nancy and Greg
Bacara Resort & Spa ~ Nancy and Greg Bacara Resort & Spa ~ Nancy and Greg
Bacara Resort & Spa ~ Nancy and Greg Bacara Resort & Spa ~ Nancy and Greg
Bacara Resort & Spa ~ Nancy and Greg
Bacara Resort & Spa ~ Nancy and Greg
Bacara Resort & Spa ~ Nancy and Greg Bacara Resort & Spa ~ Nancy and Greg
Bacara Resort & Spa ~ Nancy and Greg Bacara Resort & Spa ~ Nancy and Greg
Bacara Resort & Spa ~ Nancy and Greg Bacara Resort & Spa ~ Nancy and Greg
Bacara Resort & Spa ~ Nancy and Greg Bacara Resort & Spa ~ Nancy and Greg
Bacara Resort & Spa ~ Nancy and Greg
Bacara Resort & Spa ~ Nancy and Greg Bacara Resort & Spa ~ Nancy and Greg
Bacara Resort & Spa ~ Nancy and Greg Bacara Resort & Spa ~ Nancy and Greg
Bacara Resort & Spa ~ Nancy and Greg Bacara Resort & Spa ~ Nancy and Greg
Bacara Resort & Spa ~ Nancy and Greg
The couple and their guests danced the night away with custom scratching by DJ Phresh who was especially flown in from New York to spin for thier wedding.  Sunday brunch was hosted by the couple at Bacara’s Miro Restaurant.  The stunning California views, bloody mary’s and reminiscing of the night’s events left everyone in high spirits.  Congratulations to Nancy and Gregg.  We wish you a healthy and happy marriage.
Bacara Resort & Spa ~ Nancy and Greg Bacara Resort & Spa ~ Nancy and Greg
Bacara Resort & Spa ~ Nancy and Greg
Bacara Resort & Spa ~ Nancy and Greg
Cana Video Productions captured the event in this very beautiful and heartwarming clip.
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Photography: Leo Patrone Photography | Cinematography: Cana Video Production | Flowers: Modern Day Design | Ceremony Location: Bacara Resort and Spa | Reception Location: Bacara Resort and Spa | Shoes: Jimmy Choo | Dress: Vera Wang | Bakery: Bacara Resort and Spa | Hair and Makeup: Bliss Make-up Artistry | Ceremony and Reception Music: DJ Phresh | Lighting: Bella Vista Designs | Caterer: Santa Barbara BBQ Gourmet Catering
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A Montecito Country Club Wedding ~ Sarah and Marco

Meeting Sarah for the first time was a hoot!  We decided on a swank little restaurant in Westlake Village for lunch.  A glass of wine and 2 hours later I couldn’t wait to get started on their wedding.  Sarah and Marco were so much fun to be around.  Sarah’s personality is intoxicating.  You have to love a bride that giggles and says hi to her guests as she comes down the aisle.  She set the tone for a very fun ceremony.  She wore a Lazaro gown and Badgley Mischka shoes.  For her winter wedding we chose deep rich colors that were complimentary to the Montecito Country ClubCamilla Svensson Burns provided our floral vision perfectly with depth and soul.  Heidi with Zenadia Designs helped us create a beautiful suite of stationary to reflect Sarah and Marco’s desire to have a bit of the 40’s vibe but with a modern twist.  Melissa Musgrove sweetly had signs made for the bride and groom to play with during their photos. She’s such a thoughtful photographer!  They drank and were merry well into the night.  The bride hopped up on the stage to dance with the always fun Ian Musgrove of the MGA Band. Cheers to Sarah and Marco!!
A Montecito Country Club Wedding ~ Sarah and Marco
A Montecito Country Club Wedding ~ Sarah and Marco A Montecito Country Club Wedding ~ Sarah and Marco
A Montecito Country Club Wedding ~ Sarah and Marco A Montecito Country Club Wedding ~ Sarah and Marco
A Montecito Country Club Wedding ~ Sarah and Marco A Montecito Country Club Wedding ~ Sarah and Marco
A Montecito Country Club Wedding ~ Sarah and Marco
A Montecito Country Club Wedding ~ Sarah and Marco
A Montecito Country Club Wedding ~ Sarah and Marco A Montecito Country Club Wedding ~ Sarah and Marco
A Montecito Country Club Wedding ~ Sarah and Marco
A Montecito Country Club Wedding ~ Sarah and Marco
A Montecito Country Club Wedding ~ Sarah and Marco
A Montecito Country Club Wedding ~ Sarah and Marco A Montecito Country Club Wedding ~ Sarah and Marco
A Montecito Country Club Wedding ~ Sarah and Marco
A Montecito Country Club Wedding ~ Sarah and Marco A Montecito Country Club Wedding ~ Sarah and Marco
A Montecito Country Club Wedding ~ Sarah and Marco
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