Blush Pink & Mint Church Wedding

January 26, 2015 Leave a Comment

Excuse me while I swoon over this super cute church wedding. I can not stand how darn adorable and pretty this wedding is. Inspired by the 50s era, this bride and her groom had a gorgeous wedding with the prettiest of details. From the adorable blush pink bridal dress, the beautiful bouquet, the handsome bowties, and cute converse shoes, this bride and groom totally rocked it.  How adorable and sweet is this bride? I have never met her, but I can guess from the photographs, that she has a bubbly personality that makes everyone smile.  I so want to be her friend and hang out with her! I love this wedding and I even love it more with Manya Photography on hand to capture it all.  You will not want to miss this wedding, so take a moment to check out all the fabulous details.

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From the bride…

We met on an online dating website called Plenty of Fish. I created a profile on a whim. He already had one and had gone out with a bunch of ‘crazies’ as he puts it. He went on to delete his profile and it was my first day on the site… I showed up in his ‘you might be interested in’ section and he sent me an e-mail. We exchanged e-mails, spoke on the phone and he asked me out. He showed up with a bouquet of white roses. We talked and laughed the whole time and we both knew we were done in.

Steven purposed to me September 28, 2013 we were having a BBQ. We had invited lots of old friends and Steve just felt it was the right time. We were all sitting on the patio and he got down on one knee, with our puppy Pepper on my lap, I cried and said YES!!!

My vision for the wedding was vintage, casual chic. I was very inspired by the 50’s and early 60’s and wanted to set tradition on its ear. I wanted shades of mint, blush and cream. I wanted the boys to be jacket less and wear converse. The chapel only held 100 people so our ceremony was rather small. My aunt had gotten married there and my grandparents had celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary there. It was quaint, vintage and had a southern baptist feel that I loved!!

There were many aspects of the ceremony that made it unique and that’s what I was going for. The chapel was special to our family and my cousin’s husband officiated the wedding. I picked the music meticulously… it was all acoustic guitar. The family walked out to ‘Dream A Little Dream’, my bridesmaids walked out to ‘Moonriver’ and I walked out to the traditional bridal march on acoustic guitar wearing a pink and champagne dress. The boys each wore mint bowties of different patterns that I commissioned a friend to make. I picked out our vows after reading hundreds of renditions and am so happy with the ones that were chosen. And, finally after we were pronounced husband and wife we danced down the aisle to Hall & Oates ‘You Make My Dreams’.

Our reception was at the Anaheim Community Center and had a very vintage prom feel. We had a company stage the place with lights, dj, bartenders and a Photobooth. It was amazing and so fun! The food was awesome and the cake and cupcakes could not have been better. Everything turned out perfectly. All of the little details came together, but most importantly we were surrounded by love we had the best party ever! And that was what we were going for!

On the Thursday before the wedding one of my maids of honor went with me to the flower mart in LA and picked up bunches of flowers that would compliments the pink and white roses my mom already picked up for the centerpieces. That night I had all the bridesmaids over for a bouquet making party and we all made our own bouquets. In mine I was sure to add a dried white rose that I had kept from Steven and my first date.

The cake was another 50’s inspiration! Swiss dots. My mom baked my favorite cookies (Snickerdoodles) and we packaged them in threes for each guest.

 

Vendors:

Reception Venue: Anaheim Community Center

Bridal Dress: Dolly Couture in LA

Shoes: Betsey Johnson

Veil: Etsy shop called AnnLeslie

Jewelry: Forever21

Groom’s attire: Men’s Warehouse

Caterer:  Cortina’s in Anaheim

Cake: Amazing Cakes in Anaheim

DJ, Photo Booth, Lighting, & Bar:  MyEvent Pros

Photographer: Manya Photography

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Valentine’s Day Inspired Picnic Styled Shoot

February 10, 2014 Leave a Comment

Honestly, this post does not need much of an introduction except for the fact that is so full of pretty details that it has me tickled pink.  With Valentine’s Day around the corner, this styled shoot has all the ingredients for a perfect Valentine’s Day date. Are you ready for some gorgeous Valentine’s Day inspiration? That’s exactly what we’re serving up this morning, and we have to warn you, it is a pretty good one! This super stunning Valentine’s Day inspired shoot is really amazing because Perfectly Made Weddings, together with a group of fabulous vendors  created a lovely romantic affair.  It has everything that any girl and guy would want for their special day!

What makes this gorgeous styled shoot extra special is the fact that this couple is a real couple.  These high school sweethearts were recently engaged, which made this styled shoot even more real. It is a true representation of sweet love shared between this  young couple who expresses their love in the most beautiful of ways. You can feel the love this couple shares with just one peek at the photographs below.  I think you will find that these two are the cutest couple! When on-site for this shoot, all I was saying was, “OMG, you guys are SO CUTE!”. I could not help it, they are that darn adorable. I think that is why this styled shoot was so seamless. When you have a couple like this one, and Manya Photography to capture all the cuteness, then you have yourself some breathtaking images. You will need to grab a cup of coffee, (or two), as you will want to view these photos over and over.

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From Perfectly Made Weddings…

Idea and inspiration behind the shoot:

The idea and inspiration came from the designer’s love for romantic, rustic and vintage details. Since Valentine’ Day was coming up, we wanted to create a  romantic picnic style setting for a couple celebrating their love with each other. Simple, but full of love.  Valentine’s Day seems to always be about going out to a fancy restaurant and sharing a nice dinner with a whole lot of other couples. Often, couples find going out is crowded and not as private and romantic. So instead,  the idea was that we wanted to create a very intimate setting with a lovely picnic, surrounded by nature’s pretty details. This was to bring about a feeling of romance, while celebrating their love with just the two of them there. The setting? Thomas F. Riley Wilderness Park. It was the perfect location to set up a picnic.  We wanted to make the couple feel like they were the only ones in the middle of a gorgeous outdoor setting.  The concept of the picnic was simple.  We really did not want to over decorate and take away from the couple’s love for each other. We added a few items to compliment the couple’s true love. Simple does not allow for any interruptions or frills, just a romantic day with the one you love.

Color palette:

The main color palette for the shoot consists of neutral colors, soft blushes and ivories, and pairing them with gold.

Fashion: We wanted to stay with a Valentine’s Day theme while keeping it simple with soft fabrics and romantic details.

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 Vendor Information:

Event Styling and Design: Perfectly Made Weddings

Photographer: Manya Photography

Wardrobe Styling: Hope Stanley

Hair & Make-up: Sharon Han with Joyce Luck Style 

Floral Design: Floral Riot

Floral Headpiece: Something Treasured

Location: Thomas F. Riley Wilderness Park 

Models: Jaquelynn and Josh (Real Couple)

 

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San Francisco, California Wedding from Manya Photography

December 18, 2013 Leave a Comment

San Francisco, California will forever be one of my favorite cities. Growing up as a Southern California girl with my heart close to the lovely beaches, beautiful weather, and wonderful friends and family, I have always considered Southern California my home. That being said, I am really drawn to Northern California, and the city of San Francisco specifically. I think its the fabulous combo of  city life, great cuisines, fantastic shopping, unique details which brings back to this amazing city.  That is why today I am overjoyed with this gorgeous San Francisco wedding.  It has all the details that has my city loving heart in total overdrive.  Even though no photographs were allowed during the ceremony, I have to say that I am not totally sad about that. The images from the bride and groom and their reception are evidence that these two share such an amazing love for each other. The happiness totally shows. Thank you to the very talented  Manya Photography  for capturing all the romantic and lovely images. 

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From Manya Photography…

Brian & Anna got married in San Francisco, California. My first San Francisco wedding! The weather was perfect with beautiful blue skies and cool air. Brian & Anna met at a mutual friends gathering but Anna admitted that she had seen Brian around town and was interested. Anna is Russian, so they had a Russian ceremony. There were no photos taken during the ceremony so you won’t see any, but I assure you it was wonderful! The day started out at Potrero Hill and ended at the Ferry Building for photos. The Ferry Building is Brian’s favorite! Anna wanted to get a photo with a Street Car and we happened to be at the right place at the right time and got it! The reception had a beautiful view of the San Francisco bay. It was a clear day so you could see everything. The bride’s niece Joanna made her beautiful sash for her dress as well as the bride’s headpiece and veil. All put together using feathers and antique broaches. Chai is a big deal with the Russian culture.  The bride’s sister put together a special display of different teas for people to drink in beautiful teapots and a Russian samovar.  All in all it was a beautiful wedding day!

Vendors:

Photographer: Manya Photography

Reception Venue: Potrero Hill Neighborhood House

Florist: Floral Fantasy

Cake: Onya Bagdonoff
Makeup: Barbra Gago
Caterer: Matthew Susoev with Matthew’s Personal Chef and Catering

 

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Rustic Fall Wedding Inspired Styled Shoot by Manya Photography

December 3, 2013 3 Comments

I have to admit, I do not want to say good-bye to the fall season quite yet. I just love all the fall details, and when combined with weddings, then I am really in trouble. I love the colors, the smells, the cool weather, the rustic details, and delicious foods. (pumpkin pie!). So, to keep the fall loving details going a little longer, we thought to add a bit of fall wedding inspiration on the agenda this week. Fall in Southern California can be really pretty. Especially when you have talented stylist, Hope Stanley, and fabulous florist, Sarah Toner of Floral Riot on hand to style and design the most romantic and beautifully styled shoot. Oh, and add  Manya Photography to capture it all? Then you have yourself an amazing fall inspired wedding shoot with breathtaking photos guaranteed to knock your pretty little socks off. There are so many pretty details that are competing for my fall loving heart. The lovely trees, the beautiful tabletop, the gorgeous surroundings, the stunning blooms, and the sweet couple adorned with the loveliest of details. I can go on for hours or even days about this shoot, but I think its best if you see what I am so obviously obsessed with.

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The inspiration...

From Event Stylist, Hope Stanley…

What inspired me was the gold on the gown. I wanted something that would keep with more of the retro feel of the gown with out being to formal and stiff. I chose blue shoes to add a bit of personality and to make the gown suited more for a young bride eloping. The tie has touches of the blue and gold in the paisley print. We wanted to keep the setting natural and fall inspired Deer plates with a hint of blue where used and gold antique silver. We wanted the feel of a woodland cabin but outside in the fall.

From Sarah Toner of Floral Riot…
I saw the gold embellishments in the dress. They were very detailed. Coupling that with the fall shoot, I started with French marigolds. They have the brown accents just like the beading on the dress. From there I choose fall foliage (maple, oak and ginkgo). Ginkgo has the fluttery golden leaves, which I love. Cream tuberose was added for its fragrance and golden celosia provided the visual highlight for the piece.

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Location: Horsethief Canyon Park

Event Styling and Design: Hope Stanley & Sarah Toner of Floral Riot

Photography: Manya Photography

Hair & Make-up: Beauty by Lucy Han 

Flowers: Floral Riot

Bridal Gown: Mary Me Bridal

Bridal Stylist: Hope Stanley

Models: Lauren Dea and Felipe Bezerra de Menezes

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Crystal Cove, Newport Beach Engagement Session from Manya Photography

November 27, 2013 Leave a Comment

It has been a sweet holiday week so far, and we are halfway there. Tomorrow marks a day of eating, watching football, being with family or  doing absolutely nothing. Sounds pretty good right? But, before all that, how about treating yourself to the most romantic, sweet, and adorable engagement session from Manya Photography. As you are finalizing the menu, or stuffing that delicious turkey, take a break and prepare yourselves for a romantic e-session surrounded by gorgeous beachside details.  This couple is so cute, my heart  got a bit more happy, just by viewing their adorable photographs. You can tell they are totally in love. Their love totally compliments the beautiful details surrounding their e-session.  What a wonderful way to get your holiday cheer on right? View the incredibly romantic photographs which Manya Photography captured. See why each and every photo is gushing with sweet love. Enjoy an e-session before all the holiday festivities begin!

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From Manya Photography...

Meet Johnnie & Amy: They are both such a sweet and lovely couple. You can see how much love they have for each other. It is so obvious!  They choose Crystal Cove, Newport Beach for their engagement shoot because it’s where Johnnie proposed to Amy. How sweet is that?  I always like my couples to feel comfortable, have a lot of fun, and to join in on the creativity. I tell my couples if they want to try out something, I’m all for it! I love capturing such a milestone in a couple’s lives. It was special to be part of that moment. It was a great experience. They were a lot of fun to work with. They love to smile, laugh, be romantic, silly and sweet, those are my favorite type of couples. I’m was honored to be Johnnie & Amy’s wedding photographer. They got married in Kerman, CA and  had a traditional Russian wedding.

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Open Field Bridal Session from Manya Photography

September 11, 2013 Leave a Comment

I am not sure how your Wedding Wednesday is looking like today, but I can tell you that you will not want to miss this. I am talking about the prettiest bridal session I have ever seen. I am totally serious. You will want to clear your schedule and set some time aside to see this oh-so-gorgeous bridal session.  This session features a stunning bride in a quaint setting, (a vast and open field), wearing a gorgeous couture gown from Jim Hjelm, paired with a lovely bouquet from Floral Riot.  The talent behind it all? Stylist Hope Stanley together with talented photographer Manya Photography created a most perfect bridal session. Manya Photography was on hand to capture each and every lovely moment of this romantic bridal shoot. Grab your morning coffee, sit back and enjoy the images that will add a bit of loveliness to your day.

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 Our lovely model was Taylor Dukes and our location was the Quail Hill Trailhead in Irvine, California. I wanted to shoot a beautiful bridal gown in a big open field because I pictured this beautiful bridal gown that is soft, romantic, with modern touches in an open field that was opposite of the couture gown. When I saw the gown on Taylor, it reminded me of a ballerina. So I chose the simple hairstyle of a bun with braids with a silver strip of lace added for decoration. The gown has so much texture to it that I didn’t want to take away from it. So the hair, makeup and accessories were kept simple. If you are wondering where the poodle came from, well a women was walking her dog and I thought it would be perfect to photograph with Taylor’s dress. I went ahead and asked the women if I can photograph the dog for the shoot, and she agreed. She was super nice and the poodle was well behaved! All in all, it was a lovely bridal shoot. 

Location: Quail Hill Trailhead

Event Styling and Design: Hope Stanley  & Manya Photography

Photography: Manya Photography

Hair & Make-up: Lucy Han of Joyce Luck STYLE

Flowers: Floral Riot

Bridal Gown: Mary Me Bridal

Bridal Stylist: Hope Stanley from Mary Me Bridal

Model: Taylor Dukes

 

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