We’re lucky to get beautiful sunshine most of the days here in So. Cal, but with the occasionally rainy weekend, we can’t help but adore the look of wearing super trendy Hunter Boots! Hey, maybe it wouldn’t be such a bad thing if it rained on your wedding day!

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Thanks Bridal Musings for posting these awesome processional songs. Check out their blog for samples of each of the songs below.

1. “Reign of Love” – Coldplay
2. “I Love NYE” – Badly Drawn Boy
3. “Longing to Belong” – Eddie Veder
4. “Can’t Help Falling In Love” – Ingrid Michaelson
5. “She” – Elvis Costello
6. “Hoppipolla” – Sigur Ros
7. “Moth’s Wings” – Passion Pit
8. “Rose of My Heart” – Johnny Cash
9. “Halo” (Beyonce cover) – One Republic
10. “Sparkplug Minuet” – Mark Mothersbaugh
11. “Let Me Tell You About My Boat” – Mark Mothersbaugh
12. “Sky Cloud Winter Breeze” – Orba Squara
13. “Falling In Love At a Coffeeshop” – Landon Pigg

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We introduced you to this lovely couple a few days ago, but here are the rest of the photos from their beautiful day at Ojai Valley Inn and Spa.

After the ceremony, the bride and groom led their guests through the resort with a mariachi band in tow. The band played through the fun and casual cocktail hour and as guests made their way into the reception room. After a delicious meal (grilled asparagus with prosciutto and parmigiano-reggiano, braised beef short ribs, white sea bass, broccolini, truffle mac & cheese…can you say droooooool?), a full night of dancing ensued, followed by a sweet (!) dessert station with chocolate chip cookies, milk, lemon meringue tarts, and mexican wedding cookies. The night couldn’t have been more perfect!

And thank you to our amazing bride and groom for this glowing review – “Simply put, Shannon and Vikki are exceptional at what they do – when you combine their team approach with their personal touches, the result is excellence and an unforgettable event. Worth every penny. If you are looking for a coordinator, stop looking and just hire Shannon and Vikki – you won’t regret it.”

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Thanks Real Simple for posting this great article about wedding dresses for every budget!

{BCBG gown for $288 here}

{JCrew gown for $450 here}

{ABS gown for $511 here}

{Anna Taylor gown for $895 here}

{White by Vera Wang for $1298 here}

Check out even more fab options here!

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I’ve been slightly obsessed with raw cotton lately…something about it…so dreamy, romantic…I could see it used for weddings in some many fun ways.

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This homage to kisses, hearts and strawberries is a perfect inspiration board for this day of love!

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Thanks Soundtrack To I Do for posting these great recessional songs!!

Fly Me To The Moon – Frank Sinatra

You Make My Dreams Come True – Hall & Oates

What I Like About You – The Romantics

We Found Love – Rihanna

God Only Knows – The Beach Boys

How Sweet It Is (To Be Loved By You) – Marvin Gaye

Sweet Disposition – The Temper Trap

Just Like Heaven – The Cure

I Gotta Feeling – The Black Eyed Peas

Now That We Found Love – Heavy D & The Boyz

Accidentally In Love – The Counting Crows

Crazy Little Thing Called Love – Queen

Good Life – Kanye West

Signed, Sealed, Delivered – Stevie Wonder

The Sweetest Thing – U2

I’d Rather Be With You – Joshua Radin

This Will Be (An Everlasting Love) – Natalie Cole

Home – Edward Sharpe & The Magnetic Zeros

I Got You (I Feel Good) – James Brown

Sunshine Goodtime – The Minnutes

You’re My Best Friend – Queen

We’re Going To Be Friends – The White Stripes (or Jack Johnson)

Forever – Chris Brown

Marry You – Bruno Mars

Everyday – Buddy Holly (or Rogue Wave)

All You Need Is Love – The Beatles

Say Hey (I Love You) – Michael Franti & Spearhead

I’m A Believer – The Monkees (or Smashmouth)

Beautiful Day – U2

Happy Together – The Turtles

Love Story – Taylor Swift

(I Can’t Help) Falling In Love With You – UB40

For Once In My Life – Stevie Wonder (or Frank Sinatra)

Walking On Sunshine – Katrina & The Waves

Let My Love Open The Door – Peter Townshend

Rhythm Of Love – Plain White T’s

She Loves You – The Beatles

Joy To The World – Three Dog Night

Lovely Day – Bill Withers

Wouldn’t It Be Nice – The Beach Boys

I Melt With You – Modern English (or Modern Romance)

Ain’t No Mountain High Enough – Marvin Gaye & Tammi Terrell

Love And Marriage – Frank Sinatra

Good Life – OneRepublic

Do You Realize??? – The Flaming Lips

Somebody To Love – Queen

Great Balls Of Fire – Jerry Lee Lewis

Gimme Some Lovin’ – The Spencer Davis Group

Crazy In Love – Beyonce

The Best Is Yet To Come – Tony Bennett (or Frank Sinatra)

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We wanted to take a quick moment to wish each and every one of you a Happy Valentine’s Day. Take a moment today to tell the people you love how special they are, how much they mean to you, and just how lucky you feel to have them in your life. And then take a moment to remember…

“All you need is love, love. Love is all you need.”

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We are absolutely loving this adorable place setting with a simple and sweet pinstriped napkin adorned with the menu. Looks expensive right? Well here is the best part, it isn’t! Check out this awesome DIY tutorial from Annapolis’ Wedding Blog and see how easy it is to make…without even having to pick up a needle!

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With one of the kindest families we have ever been lucky enough to meet, it was so heartwarming to witness this special day for Jeanine and Jeff’s wedding at Ojai Valley Inn and Spa. J+J had beautiful details, perfect fall style (love those pumpkins!) and such an incredible warmth and love between them that we just couldn’t keep the tears back! Thanks to our lovely photographer Jen Roper Photography for spending the day with us and snapping these gorg photos!

Here is part 1 – stay tuned for the rest!

Thanks to all these wonderful vendors for making it all happen:

Venue: Ojai Valley Inn and Spa

Rentals: Classic Party Rentals

Photographer: Jen Roper Photography

Floral: Holly Flora

Makeup/Hair: LunaBella

DJ: DJ THC Electra

Officiant: Marlene Morris

Lighting: Bella Vista

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