Oh So Chic Wedding & Event Planning: Real Wedding: Jez & Rai

Over the past 8 years of being a wedding planner I've had the great pleasure of working with some wonderful clients. In 2010, I had the pleasure of being a part of planning An & Chris' wedding. The groom Jezriel was Chris' best man which is how I initially met him. I then had the chance to meet the beautiful bride Rachel at their friends, Nancy & Kyung's wedding which they all attended. So over the past couple of years it's been a wonderful experience being a part of this group of friends and helping them plan such momentous occasions.

During the planning process Rai & Jez were both incredibly busy with school and work but had quite a few of the major components worked out when they hired me. Every time I would meet with Rai her planning binder was thicker and thicker. I would tease her and tell her by the time the wedding day arrives she would be pulling that thing around in one of those wheeled backpacks =) They were so kind sweet and fun to work with that I was just excited about the wedding as they were.

The wedding was held Saturday, August 25th. It was a beautiful day with wonderful weather. The couple was getting ready just down the road at The Rancho Bernardo Inn. Rai asked me to stop by her hotel prior to heading over to begin set up at the reception venue. I stopped in to check on her while her and her girls were having their hair and make up done. I had a few items to pick from her so I didn't find it odd that she had asked me to come by. To my surprise she had Sprinkles cupcakes for me and her and her bridesmaids sang Happy Birthday to me for my 30th birthday which was that coming Monday. It was one of those heartfelt moments that always reminds me that I have the best job in the world.

The ceremony was held at the beautiful St. Therese of Carmel Catholic church followed by an outdoor cocktail hour and reception at the Rancho Bernardo Courtyard. It was a day full of love and merriment. The color scheme of grey, white, ivory and yellow gave an ethereal and romantic feel to the Spanish style courtyard. The guests listened to live guitar while sipping the bride and grooms specialty cocktails and nibbled on fine tray passed hor d' oeuvres. The best man, Chris, gave a hilarious ~~roast~~ toast and had everyone in tears with laughter. One of the highlights of the evening was watching a same day edit video of the events that had taken place just hours prior on this magical day. Guests raved about their overall experience and the couple expressed a wealth of gratitude for an amazing day. Enjoy the gorgeous video and photos.