Secluded Elopement in the Redwoods

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Together for 10 years, John and Stephanie decided they weren't interested all the planning that comes with planning a full-on wedding and decided instead on an intimate elopement. The artistic duo created a day that was bursting with thoughtful, symbolic details: many of which were handmade and completely unique to their relationship.

After a quiet morning getting ready at home (where Stephanie made their floral pieces from clippings from their own garden!) they set off to a favorite spot in the redwoods, where a mobile tintype studio was waiting for them! Their ceremony included touching personal vows and a weaving they plan to hang in their home. 

After making it official on their own, John and Steph joined their family for dinner, followed by a 1920s-themed reception with their friends at a favorite music-school-turned-bar, Tupper and Reed.

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Hair & Makeup: Marisa Perel    |    Florals + Invitations: Bowerbird Atelier  |   Rings: Metal Works SF   |   Tintype: The Shop Shop     |   Dress: Decades of Fashion    |    Suit: Asos   |   Officiant: Avi Singh