What do you say when instead of words, you’re just feeling an endless array of emotions? I teared up like 20 gajillion times today as I basked in the sunshiney joy that was this Ace Hotel wedding, this celebration of wonder, this rallying of so many colossally great human beings. It was my wedding anniversary this same weekend, and I couldn’t ask for a better gift than the depth of creative energy, style, love, and laughter that was this wild day. My husband got adorably annoyed at how I oohed and aaahed over these boys when we went out to celebrate our anniversary the next day—he claimed I might just love them more than him. Ooops!
Working with the team from After the Engagement is always an absolute dream, and they had this day flowing effortlessly from the start. From getting ready together with their furball of delight (Buster) to drinks with their besties to their handfasting ceremony by the amazing Bethel Nathan to speeches that left us in fits of giggles and tears to a spectacular wrap-up with everyone leaping into the pool fully clothed—including yours truly—it was the kind of day we dream about. Full of feels, memories, and people we’ll cherish forever and ever. This here? This is what it’s all about and this is what leaves me feeling like the very luckiest person around. I’m so, so, so glad to have these wonderful folks in my life—the kind of people that inspire others, that make us believe the world is good and we can do anything. Beyond privileged to document the tender, ridiculous, wild, and wonderful experience shared by this community that welcomed us with such wide open arms.
Ryan and Tim are beyond creative wunderkids, so the vast majority of the design and the style of this day came from them. They made these invites, for example. How much do we LOVE?
Having Buster along for the ride was a must. He’s just the sweetest, furriest, snaggle-toothiest cutie.
Ryan and Tim decided against having a formal wedding party but were in favor of treating their family formals with a little extra zest. So basically, we had the most fun family groupings ever!
The story behind these purple paper wisteria flowers everywhere is kind of amazing. They sourced it *all* from a merchandising shop display—check out the reception space later to see how much of it there was!
I might’ve cried a little. Not gonna lie, this ceremony was incredible.
Their revelers brought the sass. ‘Nuff said.
OMG I love them so much, and we had the best time, and damn this world shines brighter because of this union.
Their kitschy cowboy theme was everything adorable.
Man, I cannot say enough about how fun it is to have amazing live music on your wedding day!
I mean they couldn’t NOT end the night in the pool, right? So I joined them because YOLO and whatever the kids are saying.
This delightful celebration was also featured on 100 Layer cake. Scope it out for more fun and awesome details!
TALENT ROLL CALL:
Photography: Let’s Frolic Together / Planning: After the Engagement – San Diego Wedding Planning, Courtney Tibbets & Johnny Montes / Venue & Catering: Ace Hotel & Swim Club / Florals: The Lavender Rose / DJ: Choice Entertainment – DJ Matt Phipps / Officiant: Ceremonies By Bethel / Desserts: Over the Rainbow Desserts / Live Music: South Bay Duo – Olivia Pucci / Photobooth: Union Booth / Associate Photography: Julie Ferneau
I’ve been dying to see this wedding in its entirety (the previews have been extra teasy!) and holy wow it did not disappoint!! I don’t even know this couple and yet your photos had me laughing and crying right along with them. You totally killed this one, Jasmine. Hats off!
Oh, Erin, you are a treasure. Thank you infinitely for this awesome support!
Wow, love these! The colors and the details are all amazing. Beautiful work!
Thank you so much, Kristin, it was so inspiring!
They look like the had the best time of their lives! And you did such an amazing job document it all in all details. Amazingly done!
Thank you lots and lots, they really made it magic!
These are simply magical!
A million thanks, Melissa!
WOW! The wedding, the style, the location the decor, all fabulous. You are amazing !!!
Heather, you’re so sweet, thank you!
So much fun! Love the colors, the balloons, Buster… you never disappoint! So good!
Haha, Buster was pretty much the best, :P Thanks, Sophie!
Those guys have so much personality! I was having fun just looking though the images of this day. Those group shots, the one at the large table, are priceless. The image of the balloon reflection in the pool, so clever!
I just loved their creative energy, it absolutely fed my own creative energy! Thanks, Ashley!
Your attention to every. single. detail…amazing! LOVE the pool & dancing. The energy has me wishing I was invited!
I feel lucky to have been there to document the wild awesomeness! <3
Well you knocked it out of the park once again Jasmine! Made me wish I was partying with all of them! I love the details in this wedding. So eclectic and fun!
Thank you SO very much, it was an amazing party and I count my lucky stars!