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Opulent Wedding Weekend: From Welcome Party to Brunch Send Off

Each event, from the Asian-infused welcome dinner to the Amalfi-esque burnch the day after, was intentionally curated with a luxury through line reflective of the couple's exquisite taste.

June 17, 2026
Lush altarspace at Equestria West

Enya and Elle's wedding weekend was opulent and carefully crafted from top to bottom. Each event, from the Asian-infused welcome dinner to the Amalfi-esque burnch the day after, was intentionally curated with a luxury through line reflective of the couple's exquisite taste. 

Citrus Celebration - The Welcome Party

Setting the tone for the nuptials, no detail was spared as citrus hues came to life at a private residence in Woodland. Riich textures and patterns mixed together for a truly one-of-a-kind scene that was both intimate and grandeur in its execution. A show-stopping meadow installation featuring sunset-hued florals sat swaying in the breeze amidst the lively tablescapes while unique geometric lanterns and playful draping floated from the ceiling. 

From the small detail of the delicate origami-style name cards to the luxe lakeside lounge vignettes ideal for relaxation, this rehearsal dinner created an infectious and elevated vibe for the events that would follow. 

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Floral-Forward Wedding Day

The happy couple's wedding day at Equestria West was the very definition of opulence that appears effortless. A breathtaking floor-to-ceiling floral installation allowed for the altar to serve as the brides’ own personal enchanted garden as they exchanged vows that cemented their love into marriage. 

A bookshelf guided guests to their seats in a truly gorgeous scene where chandeliers, lush florals and simple employment of drapery hung above the candlelit reception tables. Dimensionality was at the core of this design, prioritizing texture (and even standing menus at each place setting) for a truly rich ambiance while the happy couple and their guests enjoyed food and entertainment. 

Prioritizing the guest experience, Enya and Elle were careful to include immersive offerings such as a tattoo artist, custom perfume bar, a variety of late-night bites and multiple musicians to score the evening. The end result was a wedding day as beautiful as the love shared between Elle and Enya. 

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Sunny Send Off - Day After Brunch

Nothing punctuates a wedding weekend quite like a brunch the day after the main event, and this sunny tented oasis was the perfect way to bring Elle and Enya's celebrations full circle. 

Leaning into a different citrus hue than the welcome dinner, sunshine touched every corner of this laid-back event, with bright yellow florals bedecking tables bursting with bagels and other breakfast fare. Lounge vignettes encouraged guests to quell their exhaustion from the night before in style with striped furniture that calls to mind the languid vibrance of the Amalfi coast. 

Paired with champagne and stunning lighting fixtures hanging above, this brunch is the perfec tinspiration for couples looking to end their celebrations with a serene luxury. 

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Ashley Fox DesignsFlorals
D'Amico HospitalityCatering | Wedding Day
Chowgirls CateringCatering | Rehearsal + Brunch
BBJ La TavolaRentals
Lady Vamp Artistry Hair & Makeup
PHOS EventsRentals
Renee's LimousinesTransportation
Equestria West at Bavaria DownsVenue
Poppati EventsPlanning & Design
Lollipop MediaPhotography & Videography
Bernadett VajdaBridal Attire | Styling
Le LaurierBridal Attire
Casa de PerrinRentals
Collected & Co.Rentals
Rock With UMusic | Wedding Day
Laura NeilsenMusic | Wedding Day
Enticing EntertainmentMusic | Wedding Day
Michael ShynesMusic | Rehearsal + Brunch
Bios ApothecaryPerfume Bar
Milestone Event RentalRentals
Something PaintedDance Floor
AV For YouSound
Erin Braun DesignStationery
Uplift TattooTattoos
Pretty Creative EventsRentals
Girl Friday CreativeRentals
Sugar Spoon DessertsCake
Après Event Décor & Tent RentalRentals
Uptown Valet Inc.Valet
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