Fantasy Inspired Sacramento Wedding with the Groom in a Cape!

Kat

Lllena Vida Media

October 17, 2025

As wedding planners themselves, Alissa and Luke had a pretty solid idea of what they wanted for their own wedding: fantasy, maximalism, and pure joy. They invited guests to go all out and come dressed in their nerdy best, and the result was a celebration that felt like a cross between a cinematic epic and a family gathering. The groom wasn't going to be outshone either - he paired a homemade cape with his rental suit!

The Phantom of the Opera at the Madonna Inn

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Lacey Moranville

October 14, 2025

Cassie and Curtis matched on Tinder and bonded over a shared love of alternative music. Early on, they made a promise: if they ever got married, they’d do it their way. Years later, they kept that promise with a darkly romantic celebration at the Madonna Inn in California, complete with red velvet walls, golden cherubs, and a red wedding dress inspired by Cassie’s parents’ first dance song, Lady in Red.

All-Pink Drag Race Inspired Palm Springs Wedding

Kat

Kelly Jane Creative

September 25, 2025

Lisa and Logan’s wedding was kitschy, camp, and covered in pink. Their playful Palm Springs day began with them saying their vows at Moorten Botanical Garden, they then cruised around in a bubblegum-coloured Ford Thunderbird and took portraits at the iconic Trixie Motel.

Spooky & Romantic Fall Harvest Wedding

Kat

Gina & Ryan

September 15, 2025

Maya and Collin chose Halloween season as the backdrop for their wedding. They kicked things off with a trip to Halloween Horror Nights, and wanted a day that was part goth, part fall harvest, part Day of the Dead. "We were thinking spooky romantic", Maya said. Their florist, The Little Branch pulled their styling ideas together with dark plums, branches, moss, and skulls. The look felt old-world and atmospheric without needing much direction.

Whimsical Calaveras Big Tree State Park Elopement

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Julia Mina

September 8, 2025

Esther and Fernando’s wedding was about weaving their cultures, their humour, and their grief together to make their day feel personal. They called their theme “Chicano meets Coreano. California sober. Whimsy” and that’s exactly how it played out.

A Private Joshua Tree Elopement with Edge

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Love and Lattitudes

July 22, 2025

Vegas natives Sara and Anthony decided to marry away from the neon lights, wanting something a bit quieter, that felt more like them. They had visited the park together many times so when it came time to plan their wedding, they knew it would be the perfect place. They even booked the same AirBnB that they stayed in on their very first trip together. “We wanted our theme to be a mix of our love of the desert, our Vegas roots, and a little edge,” they explained. “The inspiration was ultimately the things we love and who we are.”

David Lynch and Tarot at Hollywood Forever Cemetery

Kat

The Hendrys

June 13, 2025

Some weddings are built like a scene from your favourite film – full of intention, style, and little details that mean everything. For Natasha and Josh, planning theirs was exactly that. Inspired by the surreal world of David Lynch, their intimate wedding took place at the iconic Hollywood Forever Cemetery – the perfect setting for a celebration on February 24th, Twin Peaks Day.

Retro Rock ‘n’ Roll ‘Cry-Baby’ Inspired Wedding at The Madonna Inn

Kat

Dylan Kyle

April 1, 2025

From the moment they first stayed at the Madonna Inn, which is a California landmark famous for its eccentric rooms and technicolor kitsch, Jennifer and Kyle they could picture their wedding there.

Elegant Jurassic Park Wedding

Kat

Hanna Walkowaik

December 23, 2024

Have you ever wondered what it would look like if a six-year-old threw the most epic birthday party imaginable? That’s exactly the vibe of Jordan and Kyle’s wedding—so much so that two separate guests arrived late to the ceremony because they thought they’d accidentally stumbled into a child’s birthday party after seeing the decor!

Gothic Romance Meets Dark Academia Wedding

Kat

Darling Darlene

October 3, 2024

Melissa and Heder’s wedding was gothic romance themed day in September. The couple exchanged vows at the St. Francis Chapel, an architectural gem tucked inside Balboa Park’s Museum of Us. “We love history, art, and architecture, and our venues reflect that,” Melissa says. “The chapel looks like something out of an old Catholic church, but it’s actually an exhibit. It’s unconsecrated, which made it feel like we were bending the rules just a little.”

Eclectic, Western Disco Wedding at Furstwurld, Joshua Tree

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Danya Izarraraz

September 27, 2024

When Kira and McKinna set their sights on Joshua Tree for their wedding, they knew they wanted something as eclectic and dynamic as their relationship. “Joshua Tree is a gorgeous place, and it’s also very eclectic,” Kira says. “We wanted our guests to experience both sides of this, so we selected Indian Cove Amphitheater for our ceremony and a private music and art venue called FurstWurld for the reception. Both places are special to us as climbers, music lovers, and seasonal high desert dwellers.”

Bright & Colourful Mexican American Wedding

Kat

The Hendrys

August 21, 2024

The top priority for Kat and Paul, who had been together for 12 years when they got married, was that their wedding was super bright and colourful. Both Mexican Americans they also wanted to bring little nods of their shared heritage and the Day of the Dead, which was the weekend before, into the day as well.

Boho Backyard Wedding Inspired by the Colours of California

Kat

Brooke Miller

July 10, 2024

A vinyl record seating chart... mini records on the table... vintage colourful glassware... a green and orange heart-shaped cake... a temporary tattoo station... Anna and Cole's California wedding was classic Rock n Roll Bride. Blending boho charm with the colours of California made for a picturesque celebration, which they hosted in the groom's parents back garden.

Kitsch, John Waters’ Valentine’s Prom at the Madonna Inn

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Elizabeth Burgi

May 30, 2024

Jade and Tony's wedding was a delightfully kitsch blast from the past, combining the whimsicality of the 1950s with the flamboyant flair of John Waters' films. Held at the iconic Madonna Inn, their day was a celebration of their love, but also a great excuse to have a grown up prom!

Southern California Casual Wedding with a Golden Hour Colour Palette & Accessibility in Mind

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Chris Wojdak

February 20, 2024

Jeff and Karla's wedding in Los Angeles was the epitome of Southern Californian casual charm. Their golden-hour palette combined the beauty of a late-summer sunset with the backdrop of the Verdugo mountains. They also included some accessibility features, such as a sign language interpreter during the ceremony, to ensure all their guests were able to enjoy the day. They had lawn games and plenty of room for the kids to run about and play.

A Pink Fairytale Matrimony at The Madonna Inn

Kat

Jessi Mcdole Weddings

February 12, 2024

Once upon a time in the middle of a pandemic, Ellysa and Jaimy met on Hinge. They moved in together in 2021 and planned a quick getaway to their dream lodging, The Madonna Inn in San Luis Obispo, CA. While they were there, they couldn’t stop talking about how much the place just felt like them, and even though they weren't even engaged, spoke about how one day they would get married there!

Timeless Rockstar Elopement

Kat

Kim Films Weddings

October 31, 2023

Cast your mind back to October 2020, when the world was locked down and people's weddings were getting postponed for months, or even years later. Michelle and Francesco didn't want to wait though, so they downsized their plans to an elopement with only a couple of their family members in attendance.

Pink and Red Vintage Wedding at the Madonna Inn

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Nicole Huffman for Alexandra Wallace

February 9, 2023

Never ones to shy away from colour or kitsch, Sara and Adam wanted their bold and unexpected style reflected in their wedding day. 

Colourful DTLA Wedding with Tropical Flowers

Kat

Cheers Babe Photo

December 13, 2022

truly encapsulated their relationship. They wanted to throw the best party both they and their friends and family had ever been to. They also had a lot of fun of turning tradition on its head.

Honeymoon Travel Guide: Southern California

Kat

November 23, 2022

The land of movie stars, Disneyland, impressive beaches and desert escapes, California’s breath-taking diversity makes it a truly wonderful place to go on honeymoon. But where should you stay? Here are some of our favourite spots for you to stop over while you explore everything the Golden State has to offer.