Incorporating a twist of tropical style into your destination wedding doesn’t have to mean décor made up of seashells and shades of blue. For this photoshoot, our talented vendor team was inspired by fun patterns, tropical vibes and their coastal location. The Malibu, California setting is made modern with edgy black glassware and geometric details. Touches of tropical are introduced with creative catering and florals comprised of palm fronds and protea. A natural wood table and chairs are a nod to the rural, coastal landscape. This shoot is a perfect marriage between modern trends and tropical staples. Our groom, in a tux by The Grunion Run, only has eyes for his bride, while she can’t keep her eyes off her modern, tropical bouquet by Flower Duet. She’s lovely with hair and makeup by Mobile Bridal Salon, “Fringed Crescent Earrings” by Noonday Collection, the “Margot” veil by Elisha Caplan and in the “Kimberly Long” dress by Joanna August. The image described is shown above.

Vendors: Photographer: Sanaz Photography, Designer: GATHER Events, Venue: Private Residence in Malibu, California, Produced by: Be Inspired PR, Floral Design: Flower Duet, Stationery: Gourmet Invitations, Calligraphy: Calligraphy Katrina, Furniture Rentals: Found Rentals, Tabletop Rentals: Borrowed BLU, Catering: Modern Art Catering, Cake: Sweet and Saucy Shop, Hair & Makeup: Mobile Bridal Salon, Bridal Dress: “Kimberly Long” in the color “White Wedding” by Joanna August, Bridesmaids Dresses: “Iman,” “Regina” and “Kaleigh” by Azazie, Veil: “Margot” by Elisha Caplan, Jewelry: “Fringed Crescent Earrings,” “Droplet Necklace” and “Cow Horn Hoop Earrings” by Noonday Collection, Groom’s Tux & Accessories: The Grunion Run, Models: Brand Talent Agency & AMAX Talent

This article first appeared in Destination I Do’s Spring/Summer 2017 issue. You can order a copy here