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. 

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!

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Photographer: Manya Photography

Reception Venue: Potrero Hill Neighborhood House

Florist: Floral Fantasy