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JUNE 24, 2017, UNIVERSITY PLAZA WATERFRONT HOTEL

CHANELE & JAMIL Corbin

Fuchsia

Cream

Gold

University Plaza Waterfront Hotel 110 W. Fremont St., Stockton (209) 944-1140 | UniversityPlazaWaterfrontHotel.com

Your wedding day in a few words:

Royalty, Exciting, Beautiful, Fun, & so much Love!

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“In God’s timing he gave me you!”

A TIP FOR BRIDES-TO-BE:

“Dwell in every moment, it goes by so fast!”

Wedding Resources PHOTOGRAPHY:

Michael’s Wedding Group CEREMONY/RECEPTION VENUE:

University Plaza Waterfront Hotel WEDDING PLANNER:

Bride and Groom with Arrenia Corbin JEWELRY:

Magic Creations

by Inna

UNFORTGETTABLE MOMENT:

“The entire day!”

HAIR:

Hairstyles by my Malkia MAKEUP:

Makeup in Motion

by Tiffany MENSWEAR:

Sean John, Olympic Men’s Collection BRIDESMAID DRESSES:

Dessy.com CATERING:

Fresh and Quick BAKERY:

Sugah B Confections

by Samele FLORIST:

Flowers by Alis DJ SERVICE/BAND:

Willie Loggins Jr. & KMEL All Star DJ Black Marc VIDEOGRAPHER:

Michael’s Wedding Group TABLE SETTINGS:

NC Event Designs by Nikki T DESIGN AND DÉCOR:

NC Event Designs by Nikki T EVENT LIGHTING:

NC Event Designs by Nikki T

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JULY 22, 2017, VIAGGIO ESTATE & WINERY

CELESTE & KEVIN Pence

Our day was more perfect than we could have imagined! We felt surrounded by all the love and joy in the world, and it was the perfect way to begin our life together.�

Peach

Gold

Mint Green

Viaggio Estate & Winery (209) 368-1378 | 100 E Taddei Rd., Acampo ViaggioWinery.com

Your wedding day in a few words:

Exciting, Romantic, & Blissful

Wedding Resources PHOTOGRAPHY:

Briggs Photography CEREMONY/RECEPTION VENUE:

Viaggio Estate & Winery JEWELRY:

Sheryl Giles Bridal Couture HAIR:

Alyson Zastrow MAKEUP:

Aimee Pennington, The Make-Up And Skin Care Studio MENSWEAR:

Ralph Lauren Polo BRIDESMAID DRESSES:

Shop Revelry CATERING:

Viaggio Estate & Winery BAKERY:

Something Sweet Bakery TABLE FLORALS:

Viaggio Estate & Winery WEDDING PLANNER:

Stephanie White Viaggio DJ SERVICE/BAND:

Elite Entertainment

A TIP FOR BRIDES-TO-BE:

“Don’t sweat the small stuff. At the end of the day, you are going to be married to the love of your life, and that’s what it is all about!”

TABLE SETTINGS:

Viaggio Estate & Winery DESIGN AND DÉCOR:

Viaggio Estate & Winery EVENT LIGHTING:

Viaggio Estate & Winery

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MAY 26, 2018, STOCKTON GOLF & COUNTRY CLUB

TAILER & NICHOLAS Alonzo

Ivory

Champagne Navy

Taupe

Stockton Golf & Country Club (209) 466-4313 | 3800 W. Country Club Blvd., Stockton StocktonGolfCc.com

Your wedding day in a few words:

Love, Laughter, & Happily Ever After!

Wedding Resources PHOTOGRAPHY:

Amanda Collins Photography CEREMONY/RECEPTION:

Stockton Golf & Country Club DRESS AND VEIL:

Sottero & Midgley, BoLee Bridal Couture HAIR:

Dianna, MS Glamsquad MAKEUP:

"It felt incredible to look around and see all of our family and friends there to celebrate our love. We are truly blessed to have been able to join our families in a wonderful celebration!�

Marlene, MS Glamsquad MENSWEAR:

Tuxedos of Lodi BRIDESMAID DRESSES:

Sorella Vita, Bride To Be Couture CATERING:

Stockton Golf & Country Club BAKERY:

Fizz Bakery WEDDING PLANNER:

Bride DIY LINENS & PLATES:

Stockton Golf & Country Club DJ SERVICE/BAND:

Plural Music TABLE SETTINGS, DESIGN, AND FLORIST:

Bride DIY EVENT LIGHTING:

Plural Music FUN EXTRAS:

Dessert table, hand-made boxwood photo backdrop

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APRIL 28, 2018, VIAGGIO ESTATE & WINERY

ELISA & LANCE

Navy

Gold

Dusty Rose

Viaggio Estate & Winery (209) 368-1378 | 100 E Taddei Rd., Acampo ViaggioWinery.com

Your wedding day in a few words:

Romantic, Timeless, a Celebration of Love 10

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Wedding Resources PHOTOGRAPHY:

Amanda Collins Photography CEREMONY/RECEPTION VENUE:

Viaggio Estate & Winery WEDDING PLANNER:

Stephanie White, Viaggio JEWELRY:

Miosa Bride & Etsy HAIR AND MAKEUP:

Bobbi Kuivinen, Be Beautiful by Bobbi MENSWEAR:

Military Dress Blues BRIDESMAID DRESSES:

Azazie CATERING:

Viaggio Estate & Winery BAKERY:

Frosted Flour FLORIST:

Relles Florist DJ SERVICE/BAND:

Manny Duarte, DJ Manny D TABLE SETTINGS:

Viaggio Estate & Winery DESIGN AND DÉCOR:

Bride DIY & Viaggio EXTRAS:

We made our wedding favors! Basil infused olive oil—it was delicious!

VIDEOGRAPHER:

Rec the Wedding

A TIP FOR BRIDES-TO-BE: “Try to be as stress-free as possible on your big day! Enjoy every second, and don’t be afraid to delegate tasks to bridesmaids or your wedding planner.”

FIRST DANCE:

“Perfect” by Ed Sheeran

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JANUARY 27, 2018, WINE & ROSES

KELSEY & ANDREW Koepplin

Cream

Silver

Grey

Wine

Wine & Roses (209) 334-6988 | 2505 W. Turner Rd., Lodi WineRose.com

Your wedding day a few words:

Love, Laughter, Fun, & Emotion

Wedding Resources PHOTOGRAPHY:

XSight Sacramento CEREMONY/ RECEPTION VENUE:

Wine & Roses Garden Ball Room JEWELRY:

Family heirlooms & Kay Jewlers HAIR:

Tasha Mangrich MAKEUP:

Shandi Alegre-Hunt MENSWEAR:

Tuxedos Of Lodi BRIDESMAID DRESSES:

“This is one of those extraordinary times in life; when we think to ourselves, this is what is really great about life here on this earth! Marriage is one of God’s greatest blessings!”

Adrianna Papell CATERING:

Wine & Roses BAKERY:

Frosted Flour & Nothing Bundt Cakes FLORIST:

Belle’s Flower Shop WEDDING PLANNER:

Julie Clemings & Peggy Walters DJ SERVICE/BAND:

Elite Entertainment TABLE SETTINGS:

Belle’s Flower Shop DESIGN AND DÉCOR:

Bride DIY PHOTO BOOTH:

Custom FX Photo Booth

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DECEMBER 16, 2017, VIAGGIO ESTATE & WINERY

PAOLA & CHRISTOPHER Dumadag

Black

White

Champagne

Briggs Photography info@briggsphotography.com (209) 239-7542 | BriggsPhotography.com

Your wedding day in a few words:

Love passionately, live freely

Wedding Resources PHOTOGRAPHY:

Briggs Photography CEREMONY/RECEPTION VENUE:

A TIP FOR BRIDES-TO-BE:

Viaggio Estate & Winery

“Expect perfectly imperfect. Allow yourself to have some time with your spouse to have precious and mindful moments to take it all in.

Appreciate all your hard work... the food, the decorations, the amenities, your visions for the celebration all coming together.”

GOWN:

Miosa Bride, Maggie Sottero HAIR AND MAKEUP:

Beauty Struck Artistry by Lisa K GROOMS MENSWEAR:

The Elrey Tux by Jim’s Formal Wear GROOMSMEN:

Rossini’s Formal Wear CATERING:

“Falling in love with your best friend is the best decision you can make. We were best friends for over 10 years, and within three years, got engaged, married, & are now expecting our baby boy, Mason, on the way.”

Viaggio Estate & Winery BAKERY:

Something Sweet Bakery FLORIST:

Bella Bloom WEDDING PLANNER:

Viaggio Estate & Winery DJ SERVICE/BAND:

DJ’s Jason Ente, Gary Sison, DJ Jen Uy TABLE SETTINGS:

Floral by Bella Bloom & Bride DIY DESIGN AND DÉCOR:

Veronica’s Specialities EVENT LIGHTING:

Elite Entertainment VIDEOGRAPHER:

Muse Juice Media

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FEBRUARY 18, 2018, UNIVERSITY PLAZA WATERFRONT HOTEL

RENA & MIKE Crutchfield

Roayl Blue Orange University Plaza Waterfront Hotel 110 W. Fremont St., Stockton (209) 944-1140 UniversityPlazaWaterfrontHotel.com

Your wedding day in a few words:

Love, Laughter, & Family!

Wedding Resources

“Even later in life two families can find each other and become one!”

PHOTOGRAPHY:

Briggs Photography CEREMONY/RECEPTION VENUE:

University Plaza Waterfront Hotel WEDDING BANDS:

WSF Gems, Clovis BRIDE AND BRIDESMAIDS JEWELRY:

WSF Gems, Clovis HAIR & MAKEUP:

Marvelous Hair & Nails/ Perfect Balance Day Spa MENSWEAR:

A TIP FOR BRIDES-TO-BE:

“It all goes so fast!

Enjoy every moment and don’t let all the prior plans frustrate you!”

The Formal Connection BRIDES DRESS & VEIL:

House of Fashion Bridal Salon BRIDESMAIDS DRESSES:

David’s Bridal CATERING:

University Plaza Waterfront Hotel BAKERY:

Something Sweet Bakery FLORIST:

Adam Holbrook & Tony Morosco (family) DJ SERVICE:

Elite DJ DESIGN & DÉCOR:

Wood, lace, and flowers VIDEOGRAPHER:

Georgestreet Photo & Videography

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MARCH 31, 2018, MORRIS CHAPEL

SARA & ALEXANDER Cartner

“Looking around the room at everyone we love as we shared our first dance as husband and wife, and realizing that dreams really do come true!”

Mint

Champagne

Briggs Photography BriggsPhotography.com (209) 239-7542 info@briggsphotography.com

Your wedding day in a few words:

Cherished memories, true happiness

Wedding Resources PHOTOGRAPHY:

Briggs Photography CEREMONY VENUE:

Morris Chapel HAIR AND MAKEUP:

Beauty by Melissa Boyes MENSWEAR:

Men’s Wearhouse BRIDESMAID DRESS-

A TIP FOR BRIDES-TO-BE:

“Get things done ahead of time, so that you don’t have much to take care of the day-of, besides yourself.

Make sure to eat before the ceremony! Take the time to cherish the day because it is over in a blink of an eye.”

ES: Maxine’s Bridal CATERING:

De Vinci’s Delicatessen & Catering BAKERY:

Something Sweet Bakery FLORIST:

Belle’s Lodi Flower Shop DJ SERVICE/BAND:

Showtime Entertainment PARTY RENTAL:

Giuffra’s DESIGN AND DÉCOR:

Azco Rustic Designs EVENT LIGHTING:

Showtime Entertainment EXTRAS:

Candy/Dessert Cart & Cigar Bar

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MAY 5, 2018, THE RIVER MILL

GABRIELLE & JAVIER

Montanez

Grey

Light Pink

White

Lavender

Briggs Photography (209) 239-7542 BriggsPhotography.com info@briggsphotography.com

Your wedding day in a few words:

A day to remember forever!

Wedding Resources PHOTOGRAPHY:

Briggs Photography CEREMONY/RECEPTION VENUE:

The River Mill WEDDING PLANNER:

Cheri Marcus JEWELRY:

Borrowed family heirlooms HAIR:

Marisa Olmo @marisadoesmyhair MAKEUP:

Erica Bivens MENSWEAR:

Men’s Wearhouse BRIDESMAID DRESSES:

Sheryl Giles Bridal Couture CATERING:

The River Mill FAVORITE MOMENT: BAKERY:

“Finally getting to marry my best friend, and the dancing! Everyone was on the dance floor.”

Fizz Bakery FLORIST:

Silveria’s Flowers & Gifts DJ SERVICE:

Elite Entertainment TABLE SETTINGS:

The River Mill DESIGN AND DÉCOR:

The River Mill EVENT LIGHTING:

Elite Entertainment

A TIP FOR BRIDES-TO-BE:

“Enjoy the process, don’t sweat the small stuff, and remember to have fun through it all!”

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JUNE 16, 2018, MORRIS CHAPEL

VANESSA & DANIEL McNamara

Navy

Burgundy

Gold

Briggs Photography BriggsPhotography.com (209) 239-7542 info@briggsphotography.com

Your wedding day in a few words:

Surreal, unforgettable, fun!

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"It’s an amazing feeling to walk into a room, filled with all of your favorite people, hand-in-hand with your most favorite person in the world—knowing that they are all having just as much fun as you are.”

Wedding Resources PHOTOGRAPHY:

Briggs Photography CEREMONY:

Morris Chapel WEDDING RINGS:

Rankin Jewelers HAIR:

Barbra Hammond, POMP Salon MAKEUP:

Hanin Abdeljawad, POMP Salon MENSWEAR:

Men’s Wearhouse BRIDESMAID DRESSES:

The Elizabeth Bridal CATERING:

Bon Appetit BAKERY:

Ariana Esparza FLORIST:

Armando Rose DJ SERVICE/BAND:

Exclusive DJ Company TABLE SETTINGS:

Standard Party Rentals EVENT LIGHTING:

Exclusive DJ Company FUN EXTRAS:

Cowtown Creamery Ice Cream Truck

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JUNE 2, 2018, DURST WINERY & ESTATE

SARAH & KENNY Acosta

Blush

Peach

Dusty Rose

Ivory

Durst Winery & Estate 10173 E. Acampo Rd., Acampo | (209) 601-1413 DurstWinery.com

Your wedding day in a few words:

A relaxing & fun winery wedding 24

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Wedding Resources PHOTOGRAPHY:

Kristine Herman VENUE:

Durst Winery & Estate RINGS:

Shane Co. HAIR AND MAKEUP:

Cerise Salon GOWN:

La Soie Bridal BRIDESMAID DRESSES:

Azazie/BHLDN MENSWEAR:

Tommy Hilfiger & Men’s Wearhouse CATERING:

Tin Roof BBQ BAKERY:

Something Sweet Bakery FLORIST:

Blossoms by Lisa DJ SERVICE/BAND:

Mike Elliott TABLE SETTINGS:

Bella Festa DESIGN AND DÉCOR:

Bride DIY EXTRAS:

Donut board made by Bride, donuts by Star Donut VIDEOGRAPHER:

A TIP FOR BRIDES-TO-BE:

“Take a moment to look around and really drink in the special moments, because they will pass you by in a flash!”

Milligan Cinemas INVITATIONS:

CW Designs

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APRIL 28, 2018, HOTEL RANCHO BUENA VISTA

CARRIE & LUKE Speer

UNFORTGETTABLE MOMENT:

“Listening to Luke’s vows is for sure my #1 favorite part of our big day. The second is the people…we had friends and family from Los Angeles, Napa, San Francisco, Idaho, Colorado, Washington, Oregon, Nevada, Arizona, Michigan, Iowa, New York, Hawaii and Canada, all gathered around us in our special little Baja, Mexico town to celebrate our love."

Gold Rose Gold Lori Makabe Photography Lori@lorimakabe.com (916) 524-5600 | LoriMakabe.com

Your wedding day in a few words:

MexiWedding Fiesta Spectacular!

Wedding Resources PHOTOGRAPHY:

Lori Makabe Photography CEREMONY/ RECEPTION VENUE:

Hotel Rancho Buena Vista GOWN:

Made With Love Bridal JEWELRY:

HART Studio Earrings HAIR AND MAKEUP:

Sara Pinckney & Rodrigo Campa

It was beyond magical.”

CATERING:

Catering with Rogelio ENGAGEMENT RING:

Christopher & Company Fine Jewelry WEDDING BANDS:

Christopher & Company Fine Jewelry WEDDING PLANNER:

Mary Kufeldt-Antle, Baja Weddings & Events INVITATIONS:

Bride DIY

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MARCH 16, 2018, WINE & ROSES

NOELLE & MITCHELL Kirk

Lilac

Blush

Gold

Green

Wine & Roses 2505 W. Turner Rd., Lodi (209) 334-6988 WineRose.com

Your wedding day in a few words:

Perfect in every way!

Our evening was so special and went without a hitch. The flowers, the food, our family and friends, made it perfect. It was a wonderful beginning to the rest of our lives.�

Wedding Resources PHOTOGRAPHY:

Briggs Photography CEREMONY/ RECEPTION VENUE:

Wine & Roses JEWELRY:

Swarovski Bracelet HAIR:

Wine & Roses Spa MAKEUP:

Bride DIY MENSWEAR:

Rossini’s Formal Wear DRESSES:

Bill Levkoff, Blossoms Bridal and Formal FLORIST:

Big Bang Events BAKERY:

Something Sweet Bakery A TIP FOR BRIDES-TO-BE:

“What they say is true: Once you see your groom down the aisle, he is all you see. Don’t worry if you are shy or nervous!”

WEDDING PLANNER:

Julie, Wine & Roses TABLE SETTINGS:

Wine & Roses DESIGN & DÉCOR:

Big Bang DJ SERVICE/BAND:

Elite Entertainment

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JUNE 9, 2018, SPRING CREEK GOLF AND COUNTRY CLUB

CASEY & DANIEL Cardoza

UNFORTGETTABLE MOMENT: “Sharing that first dance toBlush White Spring Creek Golf and Country Club 1580 Spring Creek Dr., Ripon (209) 599-3258 | SpringCreekCc.com

Your wedding day in a few words:

Intimate, Elegant & Romantic

gether as husband and wife.

It was as if time had stopped just for us. We could truly feel the love and affection that our family and close friends have toward us.”

Wedding Resources PHOTOGRAPHY:

Ashlynn Escobar Photography CEREMONY/ RECEPTION VENUE:

Stockton Golf & Country Club GOWN:

Mira Bridal Couture BRACELET:

Bride’s mother’s diamond tennis bracelet as something borrowed.

ENGAGEMENT RING:

Ripon Jewelers MAKEUP:

Kaylah Sanders HAIR:

Stephanie Marsh

A TIP FOR BRIDES-TO-BE:

“Enjoy every little precious moment that comes your way. I will forever remember what my father told me just moments after we got married… ‘Casey, I now have 4 days that were the BEST DAYS of my life.

Marrying your mother, the births of our two daughters, and now today... getting to give you away.’ I will forever remember and cherish those words.”

MENSWEAR:

Men’s Wearhouse BRIDESMAID DRESSES:

David’s Bridal CATERING:

Spring Creek Golf & Country Club BAKERY:

Nothing Bundt Cakes BOUQUET FLORIST:

Farmington Flowers, Megan Dyk DJ SERVICE/BAND:

The Quake, Efren Martinez DESIGN AND DÉCOR:

Events 22 EXTRAS:

Late Night Snack Attack. Cheeseburger sliders and an assortment of fries.

AUGUST 12, 2017, IRONSTONE VINEYARDS

DANIELLE & ERIC Jaso

Pale Grey

Deep Blue Mixed Metals

Ironstone Vineyards 1894 6 Mile Rd., Murphys (209) 728-1251 | IronstoneWeddings.com

Your wedding day in a few words:

Beautifully perfect summer night

Wedding Resources PHOTOGRAPHY:

Josie Elle Photography CEREMONY/ RECEPTION VENUE:

Ironstone Vineyards WEDDING PLANNER:

Bride DIY JEWELRY:

My mom’s tennis bracelet

UNFORTGETTABLE MOMENT:

“Being on the dance floor with my husband and looking around and seeing quite literally the 200 most important people in my life in one place, just to celebrate love with us.”

HAIR:

Alisha Phillips MAKEUP:

The Hair and Makeup Company MENSWEAR:

Chookhare handmade custom Italian suits BRIDESMAID DRESSES:

Mix and match CATERING:

Lila & Sage BAKERY:

Custom ice cream/ cookie sandwich bar, The Baked Bear FLORIST:

Sweet Lilacs Studio DJ SERVICE/BAND:

Sound Extreme Productions VIDEOGRAPHER:

Josh Harney Productions TABLE SETTINGS:

Sweet Lilacs Studio DESIGN AND DÉCOR:

Lila & Sage, Sweet Lilacs Studio, Sound Extreme EVENT LIGHTING:

Sound Extreme SIGNAGE:

KLP Calligraphy EXTRAS:

Bellini & sangria bar, fans & parasols

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NOVEMBER 4, 2017, CATHEDRAL OF THE ANNUNCIATION

EMMA & ZACHARY

Conlin

White Vanilla Latte Champagne Greenery Mary Gillespie Photography 12 W. Pine St., Lodi (209) 339-4988, MaryGPhotography.com

Your wedding day in a few words:

Elegant, cheerful, a memory I will cherish for a lifetime.

Wedding Resources PHOTOGRAPHY:

Mary Gillespie Photography CEREMONY VENUE:

Cathedral of the Annunciation RECEPTION VENUE:

The River Mill GOWN: Sheryl

Giles Bridal Couture DAY-OF JEWELRY:

Marchesa Earrings

UNFORTGETTABLE MOMENT:

“The best part of the day, and something I highly recommend to brides is: When my husband and I rode together to the reception, it was just us! We were talking about the wedding and what the reception was going to look like. It gave us a moment in the day to pause and soak it all in.”

BRIDE'S HAIR:

Nelly Mata, The Beehive Salon BRIDESMAID’S HAIR:

Casey, The Beehive Salon MAKEUP:

Yvette, The Beehive Salon ENGAGEMENT RING:

Nazo, Design Jeweler WEDDING BANDS:

Nazo, Design Jeweler MENSWEAR:

Tuxedo’s of Lodi BRIDESMAID DRESSES:

Sheryl Giles Bridal Couture CATERING:

The River Mill BAKERY:

M & W Dutch American Bakery FLORIST:

Silveria’s Flowers & Gifts WEDDING PLANNER:

A TIP FOR BRIDES-TO-BE:

“Keep organized! I kept all my receipts, appointments, and contact information in one wedding book. I purchased my book from the Knot. It helped me keep track of everything.”

Jeri, The River Mill DJ SERVICE/BAND:

Elite Entertainment DESIGN & DÉCOR:

Silveria’s Flowers & Gifts / The Rivermill EVENT LIGHTING:

Elite Entertainment FUN EXTRAS:

Olive Oil bottled by the newlyweds, made from groom’s family ranch.

INVITATIONS:

Best Wishes VIDEOGRAPHER:

Larry, Starlight Video