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To Love and To Cherish Santa Barbara’s Complete Listing for Planning Your Wedding by Terry Ortega
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id you know that according to Greek folklore, if a bride hides a sugar cube somewhere on her person, it will “sweeten” the union? Or that in some cultures, pearls worn on your wedding day are said to represent tears that you will shed during your marriage? We here at the Santa Barbara Independent realize that this is not the type of information you need when planning your big day, so we have created our annual Wedding Resource Guide to provide inspiration and insights that will assist you during this process. In addition, Maggie Yates writes about an Ethiopian wedding in Santa Barbara filled with love, community, and traditions, as well as trends for 2020 that include “micro” weddings, florals, ruffles, colors, and the benefits of zero-waste events. Ninette Paloma sits down with a newly married bride and groom who work at the (not married to each other) and asks them what they learned during the wedding planning process, from engagement to nuptials. And finally, our readers’ top wedding movies are revealed from our “Tell Us Your Favorite Wedding Movie” online poll. Whether you believe in superstitions such as Egyptian women pinching the bride on her wedding day for good luck or Czech newlyweds being showered with peas instead of rice, let this list of area vendors in the complete Wedding Resource Guide supply you with all Santa Barbara has to offer to create a day that is as unique and extraordinary as you both are.
Look for information on how to be listed in the in next year’s guide in our paper and online in early January 2021. Listings are user submitted and do not automatically roll over from the previous year without verification.
Chelsea and Tyler share a sweet moment at Elings Park.
Compiled by Graham Brown and Terry Ortega Designed by Esperanza Carmona Edited by Terry Ortega
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Mr. and Mrs. Rob and Judy Hansen at Alice Keck Memorial Garden
Alice Keck Park Memorial Gardens Arbor: Capacity 150. Grass: Capacity 60. Santa Barbara, Garden, and Arrellaga Sts. (805) 897-1982.
santabarbaraca.gov/venues
Alhecama Theatre Capacity 140. 215-A E. Canon Perdido St. (805) 961-5376. jessica@sbthp.org.
sbthp.org/alhecamarental
Cabrillo Pavilion
Chase Palm Park (Outdoors)
Patio: Capacity 150. Banquet room: Capacity 50. 600 Olive St. Events: (805) 886-2842. Restaurant: (805) 962-5394.
Seated: Capacity 215. 1118 E. Cabrillo Blvd. (805) 897-1983.
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Floral Gateway: Capacity 200. Great Meadow: Capacity 3,000. Plaza: Capacity 300. Pavilion: Capacity 300. 323 E. Cabrillo Blvd. (805) 897-1983.
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Belmond El Encanto Outdoor ceremony locations: Capacity 44-200. Reception space: Capacity 14-200. 800 Alvarado Pl. (805) 845-5800. privateevents.ele@belmond.com.
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The Brewhouse 229 W. Montecito St. (805) 884-4664. jamieandraeanna@yahoo.com.
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Seated: Capacity 150-180. Cocktail style: Capacity 240. 223 E. Cabrillo Blvd. (805) 897-1983.
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Carr Winery Barrel Room & Patio Seated: Capacity 60. Standing: Capacity 200. 414 N. Salsipuedes St. (805) 965-7985. info@carrwinery.com.
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Carr Winery Warehouse Seated: Capacity 50. Standing: Capacity 200. 3563 Numancia St., #101, Santa Ynez. (805) 965-7985. info@carrwinery.com.
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Casa de la Guerra
sbthp.org/casa-de-la-guerra-rental
Casa Las Palmas Seated: Capacity 65. Cocktail style: Capacity 75. 323 E. Cabrillo Blvd. (805) 897-1983.
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Chase Palm Park Center The Kimpton Canary Rooftop proves a perfect venue for Iris and Claudia.
Seated: Capacity 100. Cocktail style: Capacity 125. 236 E. Cabrillo Blvd. (805) 897-1983.
Chuck’s Waterfront Grill & Endless Summer Bar-Café Seated: Capacity 150. Standing: Capacity 200. 113 Harbor Wy., Ste. 180. (805) 564-1200. events@chuckswaterfrontgrill.com.
chuckswaterfrontgrill.com/partiesevents
Circle Bar B Ranch Capacity 150. 1800 Refugio Rd., Goleta. (805) 968-1113. weddings@circlebarb.com.
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East Beach/Calle Puerto Vallarta Capacity 300. Cabrillo Blvd. at Calle Puerto Vallarta. (805) 897-1892.
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Eleven 14 Private Banquet: Capacity 90. Restaurant: Capacity 250. 1114 State St. (805) 956-4770. chris@1114sb.com.
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El Paseo Capacity 275. 813 Anacapa St. (805) 962-6050. manager@elpaseosb.com.
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Capacity 250. 15 E. De la Guerra St. (805) 961-5376. jessica@sbthp.org.
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Carousel House
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Elings Park Godric Grove: Capacity 200. Singleton Pavilion: Capacity 200. 1298 Las Positas Rd. (805) 569-5611.
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Four Seasons Resort The Biltmore Santa Barbara Capacity 300. 1260 Channel Dr. (805) 969-2261.
fourseasons.com/santabarbara/ weddings
Franklin Neighborhood Center Capacity 125. 1136 E. Montecito St. (805) 897-2582.
Granada Theatre Capacity 225. 1214 State St. (805) 899-3000. tdunn@granadasb.org.
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Historic Carrillo Ballroom Seated: Capacity 300. Cocktail style: Capacity 400. 100 E. Carrillo St. (805) 560-7557.
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Hotel Californian
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Morton and Lauren in the fields of Kestrel Park
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La Mesa Park Capacity 125. 295 Meigs Rd. (805) 897-1982.
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The Lark Full Restaurant: Seated: Capacity 130. Standing: Capacity 200. Partial Patio: Seated: Capacity: 50. Standing: Capacity 70. Private Dining Room: Seated: Capacity 50 131 Anacapa St. events@thelarksb.com.
Louise Lowry Davis Center
Mosher Alumni House
Leadbetter Beach
Capacity 100. 1232 De la Vina St. (805) 897-2566.
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Capacity 120. Located on UCSB campus. (805) 893-2957.
thelarksb.com
Beach: Capacity 200. Loma Alta & Shoreline Dr. (805) 897-1892.
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Loquita Full restaurant: Seated: Capacity 110. Standing: Capacity 150. Patio: Seated: Capacity 70. Standing: Capacity 100. Private Patio: Seated: Capacity 30. 202 State St. (805) 880-3380. events@loquitasb.com.
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MacKenzie Center Seated: Capacity 70. Cocktail style: Capacity 100. 3111 State St. (805) 897-2566 or (805) 897-2560.
santabarbaraca.gov/venues
Mission Rose Garden Capacity 200. Los Olivos and Laguna Sts. (805) 897-1892.
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ucsbalum.com/programs/mosher
MOXI, The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation Full Museum Package: Capacity 500. Sky Garden Package: Capacity 220. 125 State St. (805) 770-5010. events@moxi.org.
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The Narrative Loft Capacity 120. 1 N. Calle César Chávez, #240. (805) 845-8870.
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Ortega Welcome House Seated: Capacity 50. Cocktail style: Capacity 70. 632 E. Ortega St. (805) 897-2566 or (805) 897-2560.
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Restaurant: Seated: Capacity 100. Standing: Capacity 150. Patio: Seated: Capacity 40. Standing: Capacity 60. events@paradisecafe.com.
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Pearl Social
A fun moment on the steps of the S.B. County Courthouse for Susie, Lamar, and family
Full Restaurant: Capacity 70. Patio (semi-private): Capacity 30. 131 Anacapa St. events@pearlsocialsb.com.
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Capacity 250. 36 State St. (805) 882-0100. weddings@thehotelcalifornian.com.
Indoors: Ballroom Capacity 150. Rooftop: Capacity 120. 31 W. Carrillo St. (805) 879-9144. catering@canarysantabarbara.com.
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Kimpton Canary Hotel
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Presidio Chapel Capacity 250. 123 E. Canon Perdido St. (805) 961-5376. jessica@sbthp.org.
Indoors: Capacity 150. Outdoors: Capacity 200. 211 Stearns Wharf. (805) 962-2526 x111.
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S.B. Sailing Center
Capacity 600. 304 N. Los Carneros Rd., Goleta. (805) 681-7216. events@goletahistory.org.
Double Dolphin catamaran: Capacity 49. 302 W. Cabrillo Blvd. (805) 962-2826. anchor@sbsail.com.
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Capacity 350. 3805 Santa Claus Ln., Carpinteria. (805) 566-9933.
111 E. Haley St. (805) 963-5766.
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The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, S.B. Capacity 1,250 8301 Hollister Ave., Goleta. (805) 968-0100.
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Rosewood Miramar Beach, Montecito Capacity 350 1759 S. Jameson Ln., Montecito. (805) 900-8388.
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Santa Barbara Club Capacity 200. 1105 Chapala St. (805) 965-6547. jsteele@santabarbaraclub.org.
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Capacity 200. 900 San Ysidro Ln., Montecito. 565-1700.
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S.B. Botanic Garden Capacity 30-80 (12 locations). 1212 Mission Canyon Rd. (805) 682-4726 x103.
sbbg.org/venues
Fleischmann Auditorium: Capacity 350. Wooded Area + Broder Building: Capacity 200. Sprague Butterfly Pavilion + Plazas: Capacity 150. 2559 Puesta del Sol. (805) 682-4711 x112
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S.B. County Courthouse Sunken Gardens: Capacity 200. Palm Terrace: Capacity 125. Fiesta Stage: Capacity 80. Giant Bird of Paradise area: Capacity 50. Rotunda Lawn: Capacity 25. Mural Room: Capacity 100. 1100 Anacapa St. (805) 568-2460 x4.
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S.B. Woman’s Club Capacity 200. 670 Mission Canyon Rd. (805) 682-4546. rentals@sbwomansclub.com.
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countyofsb.org/parks
S.B. Event Space (805) 665-6532. kristine@sbeventspace.com.
sbeventspace.com
S.B. Historical Museum
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The Great Meadow The Winslow Maxwell Overlook Contact for capacity information. 721 Cliff Dr. (805) 965-0581 x2265. specialevents@sbcc.edu.
Full Restaurant: Seated: Capacity 50. Standing: Capacity 120. Semi-private options available. 131 Anacapa St., Ste. C. (805) 456-2700. events@santabarbarawinecollective.com.
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Capacity 200. 1205 San Antonio Creek Rd. (805) 683-4492 rentals@saintbarbara.net.
S.B. Museum of Natural History
Capacity 20-450. 136 E. De la Guerra St. (805) 966-1601. rentals@sbhistorical.org.
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S.B. Maritime Museum Capacity 12-400. 113 Harbor Wy., Ste. 190. 456-8749. events@sbmm.org.
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The Jubilant Celebration of an Ethiopian Wedding
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Saba and Robel are surrounded by love.
share her faith and culture and who could relate to the stress of a life displaced. “I grew up with amazing Christian faith,” said Tewolde. “But looking for an Ethiopian man in Santa Barbara was almost impossible. People said, ‘You must be crazy! You’ll never find him here!’ And I said, ‘No… God will connect me.’” The closest population of Ethiopian and Eritrean people is down the coast in Los Angeles. Tewolde began frequenting an Ethiopian church group there to connect with her past. There, a tall Eritrean man named Robel Beata caught her eye. “After we met, I spent one month, two months not taking his phone calls. I had to pray to see if he’s my Adam. I call him my Adam, from Adam and Eve. … My Adam is the right man. I was praying, asking God if [Robel] was from him.” Tewolde’s faith was rewarded with a sign: She attended a wedding in Los Angeles as a bridesmaid. Unbeknownst to Tewolde, one of the groomsmen was ill, leading to a last-minute replacement. Beata Just-married Robel and Saba at their reception joined the wedding party in a borrowed, ill-fitting suit. “It happened that he was there,” said Tewolde, “and I was 100 percent sure to call him to get to “These wonderful friends became my family, so I said, ‘I’m not going to look back; I’m going to know him.” have my wedding here in Santa Barbara and they When the couple decided to wed after several can come.’” months of courtship, they were faced with an The couple quickly discovered the hefty price emotional decision. So many important people, tag attached to a Santa Barbara wedding. They family and friends of both the bride and groom, continued to scale down their event to accomincluding Tewolde’s mother, were still in Africa. modate their limited budget, when an astoundThe pair considered a destination wedding in ing wave of generosity swept through Tewolde’s Eritrea, but that would exclude most of the adopted community. “Our friends, the Amerimportant people from the couple’s new life in icans, are the most giving, gracious, wonderful America. They ultimately decided to have the people,” said Tewolde of the Santa Barbarans wedding in Santa Barbara, where Beata was moving to join Tewolde as a caretaker. “God gave who pitched in with donated goods, services, me such a great family here, too,” said Tewolde. and a venue to create a one-of-a-kind wedding JUST KISS COLLECTIVE PHOTOS
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n Ethiopia and its northern neighbor Eritrea, more than a decade of civil war in the 1970s and ’80s displaced hundreds of thousands of people, many of whom made new lives for themselves in the United States. A refugee by her teen years, Ethiopian-born Saba Tewolde escaped conflict in her homeland and journeyed through Saudi Arabia, Romania, Germany, and Italy before she was able to join family in California, eventually making her way to Santa Barbara. Here, she lived with her grandmother, also an immigrant. From living in an African village in a warzone to working as a caretaker in Montecito, Tewolde has led a life defined by two distinctly different communities. The Ethiopian community in Santa Barbara is relatively nonexistent. Saba’s life for the last 15 years has had almost no local crossover between her new Californian community and the culture of her childhood. Despite loving her life in California, there were certain aspects of her home culture that she longed for. As the years passed, Tewolde turned her focus to marriage — she desperately wanted to marry a man from a similar background, an Ethiopian with whom she could
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With a venue, a photographer, a visual designer, and a host of other volunteers, Tewolde’s Santa Barbara community fashioned a wedding celebration that melded Tewolde and Beata’s two worlds. Guests came from Santa Barbara, and friends and family of the bride and groom represented the Ethiopian diaspora from L.A. to the East Coast, and as far away as Europe. Altogether, 250 people
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Saba takes a moment to reflect.
witnessed Tewolde and Beata’s union. Guests took part in the traditional Ethiopian coffee ceremony, took pictures with the bride and groom in front of a backdrop painted to look like their villages of origin, and, perhaps most notably to Dusebout, Stern, and Lynn, danced with a joyful fervor to lush gospel music. Tewolde described these songs of faith as having a rhythm for running and jumping. “It’s to move around with the sound,” she said. “You don’t have to understand the words or what kind of song they are singing to feel it and want to dance.” “When you go to an Ethiopian wedding, you will dance,” said Stern. “The Ethiopian women will grab your arm and pull you onto the dance floor. If you resist, they just pull you harder.” Lynn concurred: “If they were dancing and locked eyes with you, even as a random, white, Santa Barbara person, they pulled you into the dance floor, like, ‘Get out here! This is you; this is us; we’re celebrating!’ ” Any event with several hundred people is going to have its moments of chaos. “The caterer was wild,” said Stern. “He was late; everyone was late. That’s the thing with an Ethiopian wedding. It happens when it happens.” But despite the cultural surprises along the way — like the extra hundred guests on their own timetable, or the chef roasting a goat over an open flame in the poolhouse kitchen — the event was described by all as a jubilant celebration of love, community, and traditions foreign and familiar. For Tewolde and Beata, the outpouring of love and generosity has blessed their marriage with an auspicious beginning. “It was an Ethiopian wedding, but it was both,” said Tewolde. “We had the coffee ceremony and the food and the dress — we had the white dress and the Ethiopian dress — and the dancing, the jumping, and the sounds we make. It was so beautiful. … I [didn’t] know how [this] would be possible! We lost everything coming over from Eritrea and Ethiopia. And these families, the Americans … they are everything to us. And the wedding was so beautiful! It’s overwhelming.” Now married, Tewolde and Beata have dreams of opening up the Ethiopian restaurant that Santa Barbara is sorely missing. Tewolde, whose journey as a child of conflict took her from Ethiopia to Santa Barbara, and Beata, who escaped from Ethiopia to Kenya, then to South America, Mexico, and finally Los Angeles, are overjoyed by the love and community they’ve found in Santa Barbara. “You leave home,” said Tewolde with the wisdom that comes with loss, rebuilding, and
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that brought Tewolde and Beata’s Ethiopian and Eritrean heritage to blend with California culture. Vicki and Drew Dusebout of Hope Ranch met Tewolde through an area Bible study. At the time, their son was working on a project for school on the importance of clean water for needy communities across the world, and Tewolde, intrigued, reached out to the family. “Saba, she’s larger than life,” said Dusebout. “She said, ‘I’m on a prayer chain with 300 Ethiopian people, and we’ve heard of these boys, and I have to meet them. I am that person: I used to walk 20 miles from my village every day for clean water.’” Tewolde became close with the Dusebouts, who offered their spacious property as a venue for the wedding. “She was engaged to be married,” said Dusebout, “and she had no budget, nothing, and I said, ‘Do you want to get married in the backyard?’ And here we are.” Area professional photographer Joni Lynn of Joni Lynn Photography also offered her services. She’d been friends with Tewolde for a number of years, but they’d fallen out of touch. When Joni saw a Facebook posting from a local pastor soliciting help for the wedding of their Ethiopian friends, her interest was piqued. Lynn, who’s been a wedding photographer for two decades, thought to
herself as she clicked on the post, “If this is Saba, I’m doing her wedding.” Lynn then brought Heather Stern, an event designer with Blessed Be Productions, to the team. Stern, who didn’t meet Tewolde in person until the day of the wedding, was inspired to participate after resonating deeply with Tewolde’s passionate Christian faith. In the initial design of the visual elements of the event, Stern asked Tewolde what colors she wanted, and Tewolde requested red, to represent the blood of Christ. “That’s my girl,” said Heather. “She’s out there with her faith. … I like that she’s so brazen about it. I thought it was very cool.” Stern coordinated with Lynn and Dusebout and went on a hunt for flowers, foliage, and other unique and extravagant items to create a striking look that incorporated thematic features from both sides of the world. Tables were adorned with long branches, moss, and bloodred roses. There were long gladiolas for revelers to hold over the dancing newlyweds. “I’m also really religious,” said Stern, “and I also didn’t get married until later in life. I know that feeling of waiting so long and [wondering], ‘Where is he?’ I connected with that longing.”
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Villa & Vine Capacity 220. (805) 450-1102. info@villaandvineweddings.com.
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Westside Neighborhood Center
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Capacity 175. 423 Victoria St. (805) 897-2566 or (805) 897-2560.
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JEWELERS 33 Jewels at El Paseo 814 State Street. (805) 957-9100. diane33jewels@gmail.com.
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With this kiss, Lamar loves Susie.
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VENUES cont’d S.B. Zoo Capacity 250-1,000. 500 Niños Dr. (805) 962-5339. events@sbzoo.org.
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Serra Hall Capacity 150. 2201 Laguna St. (805) 682-4713 x154.
santabarbaramission.org/venues
Shoreline Park
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SOhO Restaurant & Music Club
Bryant & Sons, Ltd. 812 State St. (805) 966-9187. 1482 E. Valley Rd., Ste. 37, Montecito. (805) 565-4411. info@bryantandsons.com.
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Calla Gold Jewelry Personal jeweler. (805) 963-4157. calla@callagoldjewelry.com.
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POSH Fine Jewelers 3317 B State St. (805) 569-3393. nancy@poshsb.com.
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Capacity 300-400. 1221 State St., Ste. 205. (805) 962-7776.
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Capacity 125. La Marina and Shoreline Dr. (805) 897-1892.
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Capacity 400. 1500 State St. (805) 965-7419. office@trinitysb.org.
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Dan Willard Music Service
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DJ Darla Bea Award-winning wedding and event deejay. (805) 895-3400. djdarlabea@gmail.com.
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DJ Hecktik Pro DJ/MC, sound & lighting, and photobooth. (805) 259-8277. josh@djhecktik.com.
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TravelStore (Travel Agency) 1324 State St., Ste. C. (805) 963-6521. tanya.b@travelstore.com.
Elite Disc Jockeys
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Acoustic fingerstyle guitar. (805) 965-5559. brucegoldish@gmail.com.
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Men’s Wearhouse
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Deejay, emcee, photo booth, lighting, and video. (805) 331-4416. info@elitediscjockeys.com.
elitediscjockeys.com
719 State St. (805) 962-2694.
menswearhouse.com
Mission Tuxedos 135 W. Mission St. (805) 569-3334.
missiontuxedos.com
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AMS Entertainment Deejays, lighting, photo booths, and dance floors. (805) 899-4000. tad@ams-events.com.
ams-events.com
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Barbra Mousouris, I Do Santa Barbara, (805) 895-7428 www.IDoSantaBarbara.blogspot.com
Area 51 Best live funk, soul, rock ’n’ roll, and modern hits for receptions. (805) 637-3632.
area51livemusic.com
The hills are alive with Tyler and Chelsea.
Deejay extraordinaire and wedding officiant. (805) 453-1090. zerimat13@att.net.
GuitarWitt by Michael Witt (805) 334-0317. guitarwitt@gmail. com.
guitarwitt.com
jshmusic.com
Laurie Rasmussen laurierasmussen.com
Steven and Erika have a Nigerian wedding.
Mariachi Las Olas de Santa BĂĄrbara
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Harpist. (805) 320-9337. info@laurierasmussen.com.
Photo by @annadelores
Live bands, deejay/emcee, rehearsal dinner music. (510) 697-7392. jon@jshmusic.com.
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JSH Music Productions
So What Kombo
Mariachi, rancheras, sones, and boleros. (805) 455-3661. mariachilasolasdesb@gmail.com.
Jazz with a twist of R&B and funk. (805) 684-2930. ken@sowhatkombo.com.
tinyurl.com/MariachiLasOlas
sowhatkombo.com
Music by Bonnie & Co. Photo booths, deejays, and lighting. (805) 965-8249. bonnie@musicbybonnie.com.
INVITATIONS Alessaro Designs
Society Jazz
(805) 284-7984. info@alessaro.com.
Jazz trio with crooner. (805) 448-3788. sbcrooner@gmail.com.
Bella Mia Calligraphy
JESSICA SOFRANKO
societyjazz.com
alessaro.com
Wedding envelope addressing, place cards, and event signage. @bellamiacalligraphy
bellamiacalligraphy@gmail.com
Butterbean Studios
butterbeanstudios.com
Calligraphy by Leslee Sipress
The Sea Center rests atop the Pacific Ocean on historic Stearns Wharf, offering breathtaking views of Santa Barbara’s renowned coastline. SCHEDULE YOUR COMPLIMENTARY TOUR TODAY 805-682-4711 ext. 112 sbnature.org/rentals
(805) 966-6314.
tinyurl.com/CalligraphyByLesleeSipress
folio press & paperie 301 Motor Wy. (805) 966-1010. print@woottonprinting.com.
foliopressandpaperie.com
2559 Puesta del Sol Santa Barbara, CA 93105
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Nestled in nature are two unique settings for your special celebration at the Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History and Sea Center. The Museum is serenely located along the banks of Mission Creek, providing a whimsical and enchanting ceremony venue.
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Frank Ramirez
211 Stearns Wharf Santa Barbara, CA 93101
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Lindsey Drewes Photography
Kendall Pata Wedding invitations and all event graphic design needs. (805) 973-7968. kendall@type-a-creative.com.
(805) 699-6232. kelsey@kcrewsphoto.com.
(805) 245-1817. lindsey@lindseydrewes.com.
Kiel Rucker Photography
Michelle Lauren Photography
(805) 770-7733. kiel@kielrucker.com.
(805) 448-2534. michelle@michellelauren.com.
Kristen Beinke Photography
Photography by Isaac
110 W. Mission St. (805) 403-4742. info@kristenbeinke.com.
Photojournalistic-style photography and videography. (805) 455-0856. isaacarte@gmail.com.
type-a-creative.com
Wedding invitations, signage, and website. 735 State St., Ste. 222. (817) 343-7637. ted@wonderandwit.com.
wonderandwit.com/weddings
kielrucker.com
kristenbeinke.com
lindseydrewes.com
michellelauren.com
photographybyisaac.com
PHOTOGRAPHERS Design by Melanie Belanger
INVITATIONS cont’d Letter Perfect Ink Design & Nature
1150 Coast Village Rd., Ste. A. (805) 969-7998. letterperfectsb@gmail.com.
letterperfectsantabarbara.com
Paper Star 1726 Lasuen Rd. (805) 453-2340. diane@paperstarsb.com.
paperstarsb.com
The Barbarazzi
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(805) 637-0752. thebarbarazzi@gmail.com.
thebarbarazzi.com
ByCherry Photography (323) 377-2320. info@bycherryphotography.com.
bycherryphotography.com
Captured & Created (914) 330-1937. carlyotnessweddings@gmail.com.
capturedandcreated.com
Emily Hart-Roberts Photography
MICHELLE LAUREN PHOTOGRAPHY
emilyhart-roberts.com
Fine Heart Photography (805) 637-0752. barbarabyrge@gmail.com.
fineheartphotography.com
Head & Heart Photography headandheartphotography.com
Jocelyn & Spencer
Victor and Brandi among the lavender fields
hello@jocelynandspencer.com.
jocelynandspencer.com
Just Kiss Collective (805) 636-1124. hello@justkisscollective.com.
justkisscollective.com Anthony and Kat begin their journey together.
Leah Valentine Photography (805) 364-0204. leah@leahvalentine.com.
leahvalentine.com
Pinnel Photography (805) 319-9467. hello@pinnelphotography.com.
pinnelphotography.com
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Specializing in intimate S.B. weddings. (805) 448-5487. emilyhr@verizon.net.
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JOCELYN & SPENCER PHOTOGRAPHY
Wonder and Wit
kcrewsphoto.com
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Acme Hospitality offers a wide range of event venues and catering options to meet most every occasion and budget. All of our menus are hand-crafted using only the finest seasonal ingredients. Whether it’s a welcome reception, rehearsal dinner, intimate wedding dinner, or farewell brunch, Acme is here to make it effortless and memorable. For details, visit acmehospitality.com/private-events or contact events@acmehospitality.com Photos by: Ali Beck Photography top photos, James & Jess Photography bottom right, Mi Belle Photography bottom left
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Floral for any occasion interiors & landscaping Susie Hart @ 949 370 2648 hartles65@gmail.com Instagram: susiehartdesigns
Bella Mia Calligraphy
envelope addressing table numbers event signage place cards gift tags
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heartache in your matrimony viewing, check out Melancholia, Shakespeare in Love, Love Story, Rachel Getting Married, and Like Water for Chocolate. Other films that made our list of faves (in no particular order) were: Bridesmaids, Madea’s Family Reunion, Wedding Crashers, The Wedding Ringer, 27 Dresses, The Princess Bride, Four Weddings and a Funeral, Sixteen Candles, Corpse Bride, Sense & Sensibility, The Wedding Date, Fiddler on the Roof, Ever After: A Cinderella Story, Crazy Rich Asians, Sex and the City: The Movie, and The Sound of Music. What all of these movies have in common is the notion that patience is truly a virtue when holding out for true love. As the viewer, we are content in following these complicated and romantic journeys knowing that n love will find a way. Sigh.
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he Santa Barbara Independent recently conducted an online poll asking what people’s favorite wedding movies were and why. More than 30 different films were named with reasons including “romantic,” “amazing,” and “funny.” The 1991 remake of Father of the Bride was mentioned several times as a great modern classic, where fewer referenced the 1950 version with Spencer Tracy and Elizabeth Taylor. The 1940 film The Philadelphia Story with Katharine Hepburn as the bride who marries her ex (ooh, a divorcée), Cary Grant, and which also stars Jimmy Stewart was called out for its “witty dialogue.” There was the 1956 musical-romp remake High Society, with Grace Kelly, Bing Crosby, Frank Sinatra, and Louis Armstrong, with its hip songs by Cole Porter, which I happen to prefer. My Best Friend’s Wedding, Runaway Bride, Notting Hill, and Steel Magnolias all made our list, proving that Julia Roberts could be considered the queen of feel-good wedding movies. If happily ever after is not your jam and you prefer a little reality and
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Whatever the venue or theme, DJ Darla Bea will curate the perfect soundtrack to your Wedding! “Darla knew just what to “She crafted the perfect play at just the right time. playlist for each part of DEFINITELY book her” —Andrew our wedding day” —Nick “DJ Darla Bea is incredible!” —Olivia “I’ve worked with a LOT “Darla kept everyone of DJs, and Darla is by having fun until the far the best” —Megan end of the night!” —Sarah
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(805) 895-3400 . DJDarlaBea@gmail.com HHHHH
Wedding Resource Guide Issues marriage licenses and certified copies and performs English and Spanish civil marriage ceremonies. Hall of Records, 1100 Anacapa St. (805) 568-2250.
Riviera Productions Wedding and event videography. (805) 452-7069. jennie@rivierasb.com.
rivierasb.com
sbcrecorder.com
Sarita Relis Photography
Discount Party Rental
(805) 335-1485. info@saritarelis.com.
Everything from chairs to china. 423 N. Salsipuedes St. (805) 963-1336. info@discountpartyrental.com.
veilstailsphoto@gmail.com.
veilsandtailsphoto.com
Alessaro Designs Party favors. (805) 284-7984. info@alessaro.com.
alessaro.com
All Heart Rentals 1 S. Fairview Ave., Ste. B, Goleta. (805) 448-6325. allheartrentals@gmail.com.
allheartrentals.com
Alterations
tinyurl.com/BarbaraLoganAlterations Ambient Event Design creates a rustic vibe.
Elan Event Rentals Specialty decor. (805) 760-0544. info@elaneventrentals.com.
Including your furry family in the day is “pawsitively” adorable!
Islay Events
Ambient Event Design
Choozly
Lighting, sound, video, power, and floral design. (805) 886-8444. sales@ambientevent.com.
Referral-based wedding services listings.
ambientevent.com
AMS Events Lighting and photo booths. (805) 899-4000. tad@ams-events.com.
ams-events.com
elaneventrentals.com
choozly.org
Coast 2 Coast Collection Wedding registry, luxury gift, tableware, and jewelry boutique. La Arcada Courtyard, 1114 State St., Ste. 10. (805) 845-7888. info@c2ccollection.com.
coast2coastcollection.com
Lighting, sound, decor, power, video, and fabric treatments. 747 S. Kellogg Ave., Ste. C, Goleta. (805) 202-5510. sales@islayevents.com.
islayevents.com
Jensen Audio Visual 75 Aero Camino, Ste. 103, Goleta. (805) 886-7022. kelly@jensenav.com.
jensenav.com
Anything with Words Molly-Ann Leikin. Custom vows to last a lifetime. (805) 845-4535.
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Barbara Logan (805) 687-6677. barbjeanqueen@yahoo.com.
discountpartyrental.com
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VEILS AND TAILS PHOTOGRAPHY
saritarelis.com
Veils & Tails Photography
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anythingwithwords.com
Bella Vista Designs, Inc. Event design, lighting, audio, and visual. (805) 966-9616. mail@bellavistadesigns.com.
bellavistadesigns.com
Beth McDonald Consulting
AMBIENT EVENT DESIGNS
Bright Event Rentals 1120 Mark Ave., Carpinteria. (805) 566-3566. sales-sb@bright.com.
bright.com
Brandi’s mom, Martha, shares a special moment with her daughter.
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Corporate intuitive and astrologer. 22 N. Voluntario St., Ste. B. (805) 708-2935. thebusinesspsychic@gmail.com.
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For all Occasions
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JACK’S BISTRO
Letter Perfect Gift & Gallery 2346 Lillie Ave., Summerland. (805) 453-1465.
letterperfectsummerland.com
Lilys Sewing (805) 453-7101. lilsss350@gmail.com.
lilysewsalot.com
The Little Guest Professional on-site childcare service in S.B., Ojai, and Santa Ynez. (805) 688-1812. thelittleguest@gmail.com.
thelittleguest.com
Music by Bonnie & Co. Photo booths and lighting. (805) 965-8249. bonnie@musicbybonnie.com.
musicbybonnie.com Bride Brandi holds a bouquet by The Village Gardener.
SERVICES/RENTALS cont’d Dr. Jessica Higgins
Justen Alfama, Director of Catering justencater@cox.net
Parasols in Paradise Sales and rentals of parasols. (805) 636-0439. info@parasolsinparadise.com.
parasolsinparadise.com
Santa Barbara Company
Connected Couple: Your map to happy, lasting love. (805) 689-2285. jessica@drjessicahiggins.com.
Local wedding welcome gifts. 214 E. Victoria St. (805) 845-3700. events@santabarbaracompany.com.
drjessicahiggins.com
santabarbaracompany.com
Just 4 Fun Party Rentals
S.B. Wedding Dance
133 E. De la Guerra St., Ste. 62. Showroom, 721 E. Gutierrez St. (805) 680-5484. sales@just4funpartyrentals.com.
sbweddingdance.com
Traditional and specialty dances. 531 E. Cota St. (805) 966-5299. madeleine@sbdancearts.com.
just4funpartyrentals.com DAN SAUER PHOTOGRAPHY
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est. 1995 Wild harvested florals by Terra Malia Designs
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Soirée Photobooth Co.
The Tent Merchant Inc.
Modern photobooth service. (805) 585-7575. hello@soireephotoboothco.com.
Prop & Décor House, 436 E. Gutierrez St. Haley Will Call Warehouse, 202 E. Haley St. (805) 963-6064. info@thetentmerchant.com.
soireephotoboothco.com
Vintage decor. 113 W. Ocean Ave, Lompoc. (805) 588-5032. trsgrssn@aol.com
sweetbeginningslompoc.com
thetentmerchant.com
The Wedding Dancer Specializing in bride/groom and father/ daughter dances and flash mobs.
(805) 637-8932
Town & Country Event Rentals 1 N. Calle César Chávez, Ste. 7. (805) 770-3300. infosb@tacer.biz.
tacer.biz
Alexis Ireland Florals (805) 680-8965.
alexisirelandflorals.com
Bright Floral (917) 406-9120. amy@brightfloral.com.
brightfloral.com
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Create a Detailed Budget and Then Blow It on Gifted Freelancers When Hayden and Rivera first hashed out wedding budgets with their respective partners, they never predicted certain line items would be so expensive. “Flowers were so important to me,” recalled Rivera, “until the estimates came in.” Instead, Hayden suggested identifying your absolute must-haves and keeping the rest of the categories at bay. “I splurged on a suit,” he remembered, “and it was such a good decision.” Both also sited food as their biggest indulgences, wanting the bounty of Santa Barbara to be reflected in their wedding banquets. As for the anxiety that creeps in as the big day nears, both Rivera and Hayden stress the importance of tapping into paid time off the week before the wedding. “I know it’s not a luxury that everyone can afford,” said Hayden, “but if you can, taking that week to yourself helps you ease into the days leading up to the wedding.” For Rivera, that meant enjoying the dozens of out-of-town guests who flew in days before the ceremony, allowing her to have quality time with them in the absence of work or planning obligations. “There comes a time where you need to simply stop everything you’re doing and let someone else worry about it.” n
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Tyler and Chelsea enjoy the ease of the day after a year of planning.
The Internet Is Your Biggest Resource When Rivera first launched into her wedding research, a simple Google search revealed a well of information, from wedding planners to caterers and
all the storied company reviews in between. “Everything I needed quick access to, I could easily find with a few quick keywords,” she said, adding, “I’ll admit, a lot of it can be done at your work desk in between meetings and phone calls.” Both Hayden and Rivera also praised sites such as Pinterest and The Knot to help facilitate ideas and information among their wedding teams. “I just can’t imagine how people did it before,” laughed Rivera.
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Identify Your Talent, and Promote Accordingly It didn’t take Hayden long to realize that planning a spring wedding for 100 was a task better suited to the organizational prowess of his fiancée, and he relegated most of the heavy lifting to her while focusing on smaller, specific undertakings. “I’m an introvert and a procrastinator by nature,” he admitted, “and after a few minutes of staring at spreadsheets, my thoughts tend to drift off.” Instead, Hayden concentrated on researching the wedding location and arranging the musical talent, finding the specific division of labor to be both a relief and comfort. “A lot of people feel that they can’t afford to hire on a full team of professionals,” Rivera added, “but asking a trusted friend or family member to take on one or two responsibilities means one or two less things you need to worry about.”
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the present. “After being apart and covering all of the devastation, it’s easy to hold fast to the things that matter most,” he emphasized. For Rivera, a family gathering and backyard Easter egg hunt for her 2-month-old son, Eli, unearthed a golden egg filled with a sparkling engagement ring, and she soon found herself being proposed to by partner Victor Bryant. “I was still on maternity leave, and Victor and I were just settling into parenthood,” she recalled, “so it took a solid month before it really sank in that I was going to need to plan a wedding.” When it came down to the business of curating their nuptials, Rivera and Hayden approached the task like seasoned newshounds, using lessons gleaned from their experience running an award-winning weekly publication. Here, they offer newly engaged Santa Barbarans their top three tips on how best to navigate the treacherous waters of wedding planning — and come out backstroking on the other side. JOCELYN & SPENCER PHOTOGRAPHY
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ccording to the National Center for Health Statistics, more than two million U.S. couples tied the knot in 2018, with California coming in hot as the top-ranked state for weddings performed. And yet despite the Golden State’s abundance of bucolic settings and serene landscapes, a significant portion of couples surveyed described the wedding planning process as “anxiety-inducing,” an “unofficial full-time job,” and an “inescapable energy sucker.” So what happens when you need to plan a wedding and you’re already committed to the demands of a fastpaced career — not to mention all of those energy-sucking responsibilities? Santa Barbara Independent Publisher Brandi Rivera and Senior Editor Tyler Hayden were faced with that conundrum when they found themselves engaged while otherwise being engaged in a flurry of work and family urgencies. “We had been ordered to evacuate [our home] during the Thomas Fire,” recalled Hayden of his decision to propose to then-girlfriend Chelsea Lyon, “and Chelsea had gone up north with her mom while I stayed back to cover the whole thing for the paper.” Hayden, who had recently ordered a bespoke engagement ring and would soon begin researching locations for the big ask, found both the ring and Lyon on their doorstep the day evacuation notices were lifted and decided there was no time like
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CATERING
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thevillagegardenersb.com
Catering by Woody’s (805) 964-8824. info@cateringbywoodys.com.
cateringbywoodys.com
Country Catering Company 5925 Calle Real, Goleta. (805) 964-3811. events@countrycateringcompany.com.
countrycateringcompany.com
Creative Services Catering creativeservicescatering.com
Island View Catering
Enjoy Cupcakes uses fresh flowers in their cake design.
(805) 569-5747. avrey@ivcatering.com.
Appetizer station by Pure Joy Catering
ivcatering.com
FLOWERS cont’d
Pure Joy Catering
Jolly Brothers Catering
Cody Floral Design
(805) 791-5593. jolly.bros1@gmail.com.
111 E. Haley St. (805) 963-5766. events@purejoycatering.com.
jollybros.com
Laura Sangas. (805) 403-4100.
codyfloraldesign.com
Lorraine Lim Catering
Effloresce Floral
(805) 646-2200. lorrainelimcatering@gmail.com.
(805) 450-7088. shannon@efflorescefloral.com.
lorrainelimcatering.com
purejoycatering.com
Zoo Catering Services by Rincon (805) 566-9933 sales@eventsbyrincon.com.
zoocateringbyrincon.com
240 E. Hwy. 246, Ste. 105, Buellton. (805) 691-9106. studio@ellaandlouie.com.
ellaandlouie.com
Susie Hart Design
CARRIE ROGERS PHOTOGRAPHY
ella & louie flowers
Jessica Foster Confections (805) 637-6985.
jessicafosterconfections.com
Lilac Pâtisserie 1017 State St. (805) 845-7400. events@lilacpatisserie.com.
lilacpatisserie.com/wedding
Lorraine Lim Catering (805) 646-2200. lorrainelimcatering@gmail.com.
lorrainelimcatering.com
Nothing Bundt Cakes
instagram.com/susiehartdesigns
nothingbundtcakes.com
Terra Malia Designs
Rori’s Creamery
Terra Basche. (805) 966-5521. info@terramaliadesigns.com.
Customized scoops, sundae, or madeto-order ice cream sandwich cart. (805) 220-6019. events@roriscreamery.com.
terramaliadesigns.com
The Village Gardener
rorisartisanalcreamery.com
(805) 745-1125. villagegardener1@verizon.net.
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Bundt cakes, Bundtinis, and tiered cakes. 5784 Calle Real, Goleta. (805) 845-4899.
(949) 370-2648. hartles65@gmail.com.
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efflorescefloral.com
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(805) 965-9121. events@creativeservicescatering.com.
Pure Joy Catering can provide a Brazilian BBQ.
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OFFICIANTS Barbara Rose Sherman Nondenominational, interfaith, Jewish traditions. (805) 569-5659. barbararosesherman@me.com.
barbararoseweddings.com
(805) 895-7428. momouse1@outlook.com.
idosantabarbara.blogspot.com
Ceremonies by Nanette Joyful and creative ceremonies for all couples. (805) 452-0056. nanette@ceremoniesbynanette.com.
ceremoniesbynanette.com
Rev. Dani Antman Sacred and unique ceremonies. (609) 306-8038. dantman170@aol.com.
daniantman.com/weddings
Father Jerry Bellamy
That
Special first dance that will be a special memory forever
Retired Catholic priest. Weddings for all faiths. (805) 687-4248. jerry@bellamyservices.com.
weddingwire.com/fatherjerrybellamy
Vasily Golovin Professional ballroom dance instructor and performer 805.452.2311 golovin64501@gmail.com
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Nanette McIntyre creates a joyful ceremony for Rachel and Conrad.
Gail Kelley Murray (805) 455-5205. gaelkm@yahoo.com.
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Miriam Lindbeck (805) 452-0954. miriam@weddingsantabarbara.com.
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Patrice Handley Nondenominational, interfaith, and same-sex ceremonies. (805) 886-5930. patrice@sbclassicweddings.com.
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Rabbi Elihu Gevirtz (805) 886-3502.
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Bill’s Bus Wedding charters and private events. (805) 284-BILL (2455). billsbussb@gmail.com.
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Wine tours, private charters, weddings, and airport transfers. 500 Anacapa St. (805) 683-9636. contact@eossantabarbara.com
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Gold Coast Events & Tours Dedicated service for weddings and events. 3463 State St., Ste. 408. (805) 966-5466. reservations@goldcoastlimos.com.
Rockstar Transportation
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Signature Parking
Rockstar Trolley (805) 451-9999. events@rockstartrolley.com.
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S.B. Chauffeuring & Tours (805) 637-6320. info@sbchauffeuring.com.
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S.B. Trolley 1 Garden St. (805) 965-0353. info@sbtrolley.com.
1221 State St., Ste. 90218. (888) 255-8992. info@alegriabydesign.com.
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couples are opting for brightly colored neon, tube light, or LED accents. Sustainability continues to be an important trend. Consider committing to a zero-waste event by using repurposed materials and donating your florals after the wedding. Challenge yourself to a minimal carbon footprint by using locally sourced products and local vendors. Consider potted plants rather than cut flowers in your arrangements, and avoid confetti, fireworks, or anything else that leaves a trace on the environment. Couples living together before marriage is common, making classic gift registry items of linens, china, and appliances inapt. Instead, people are setting up websites where guests can gift money for honeymoon experiences, future investments (such as a house down payment or a preschool fund), or donations to the couple’s favorite charity. Weddings are no longer a passive viewers’ activity with an included meal — personal variations on cultural traditions offer a more deliberate, authentic n experience for the couple and their guests.
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a minimalistic feel at the he wedding trends for Dos Pueblos Orchid Farm. the new decade are all about intimacy and personalization. The priorities of the current generation of brides and grooms tend toward sustainability over excess and a less formal sensibility that aligns with a more secular culpuffed sleeves, and intriture. The vibes of this year’s cate floral patterns are en vogue over the plain white weddings are minimalism, eclecticism, and celebration of gown, making it easier to choose upcycled clothing. the couple’s unique love. Rather than the stress and The black suit, too, has price tag of a 200-person gala, fallen out of necessity, and couples are shaving their wedcolorful jackets are becomdings down to the essentials. ing a more popular way to “Micro” weddings are intiexpress individuality. mate, small-scale ceremonies The Pantone color of the with only a core contingent of year is Classic Blue, which family and friends. These 20-person-or-fewer nup- pairs well with modern, bold palettes and softer, tials can be held in unique spaces and can feature natural color stories. Bright pops of color, including experience-based events, such as a ride-and-sip bicy- dyed garlands and spray-painted flower stems, adorn cle wine-tasting weekend that begins with sunrise tables and furniture and drape from the ceilings. nuptials in a vineyard. Without having to cater to a Dried flowers offer an unexpected texture to floral parade of acquaintances and plus-ones, the couple arrangements, and edible flowers can be found garcan focus on each other and their immediate com- nishing cocktails, frozen into ice cubes, and sprinkled over salads and cakes. The refurbished-hardware munity in a more conscious way. People of all genders are embracing lighthearted look is giving way to architectural furniture with a adaptations of wedding fashion with exciting col- sleek, modern vibe, and, as always, mood lighting is ors and sophisticated silhouettes. Layers of ruffles, integral to any event. Candles are timeless, but many
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Alexandra Kolendrianos Wedding planner. (323) 363-9005. ak@alexandrak.com.
alexandrak.com
SALONS, SPAS, MAKEUP, & HAIR Cielo Spa Boutique 1725 State St., Ste. C. (805) 687-8979.
cielospasb.com
Dreamcatcher Artistry
Ann Johnson Events
On-location makeup and hair. (805) 453-5029. info@dreamcatcherartistry.com.
Wedding coordinator, planning, and styling. (805) 570-6396. ann@annjohnsonevents.com.
dreamcatcherartistry.com
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Float Luxury Spa
Davia Lee Weddings & Events
18 E. Canon Perdido St. (805) 845-7777.
(805) 588-4793. info@davialee.com.
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Julie Morgan Hair Makeup
Imagine Weddings & Special Events
(415) 786-3765. julie@juliemorganhairandmakeup.com.
imaginesb.com
Jill & Co. Events (805) 455-0722. jill@jillandcoevents.com.
jillandcoevents.com
La Fleur Weddings & Events (805) 350-3281. jill@lafleurweddings.com.
lafleurweddings.com
Love + Story Events (805) 729-2410. hello@loveandstoryevents.com.
loveandstoryevents.com
juliemorganhairandmakeup.com The Hilton S.B. Beachfront Resort is the place for Mary Catherine and Michael’s first dance.
Magnolia Event Design
Wild Heart Events
(805) 691-2757. hello@magnoliaed.com.
(805) 252-7566. hello@wildheartevents.com.
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Le Rêve Organic Spa & Boutique 21 W. Gutierrez St. (805) 564-2977.
le-reve.com
S.B. Mobile Massage & Spa Massages and facials. (805) 284-9244. mje@sbmobilespa.com.
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315 Meigs Rd., Ste. A337 (805) 682-6700. rebecca@imaginesb.com.
Wedding coordinating and event planning. (805) 453-6172. sbonceinalifetime@gmail.com.
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Rani Hoover Inspired Weddings & Events LLC. (805) 245-8199. ranihoover@gmail.com.
ranihoover.com
S.B. Elopement 1221 State St., Ste. 90218. (888) 255-8992. info@sbelopement.com.
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S.B. Wedding Coordinator Toby Theule. (805) 330-1729. toby@sbweddingcoordinator.com.
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S.B. Wedding Style Dreamcatcher Artistry styles the bride perfectly.
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High-fiving new married couple Olivia and Griffin
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Wildly Romantic, Elegantly Exotic Featuring ceremony and reception sites set amidst the lush gardens of a former private estate, with the capacity for 650 seated dinner guests, catered exclusively by Rincon Events. As if the sweeping ocean and mountain views aren’t enough, ask about adding flamingos or giraffes to your guest list. An indoor reception site with audio/visual capabilities and room for up to 225 is also available. Call (805) 962-5339 or visit sbzoo.org/weddings for more information.
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