Belmond El Encanto Wedding // Ashley & Justin
Ashley & Justin’s wedding will forever be a memorable one for us. It was our first wedding back from our maternity & paternity leave after our second baby girl was born earlier this year. It was also our first wedding back with no restrictions after the rollercoaster pandemic year. After so much downtime, micro-weddings, and elopements, it was a shock in the absolute BEST way to be around a large group of people again, seeing everyone enjoy a meal together at one giant table, and best of all.. DANCING!!
Ash & Justin had quite the adventure that led them to their wedding day at the El Encanto Hotel in Santa Barbara. Their original plan was to get married at Grand Cayman in the Cayman Islands. Unfortunately, after multiple postponements, they decided to cancel their destination wedding and moved the party to Santa Barbara. They lived in SB for a short time together for Justin’s job, so it was a familiar location for them to host their special day while still having a destination-vibe.
It was a classic foggy morning in mid-May. Ashley & Justin have a tight-knit group of friends that made up their bridesmaids & groomsmen. Their guest count was on the smaller side, but the wedding party made up for it with lots of personality and good energy. Everything came together serendipitously. Their outfits, originally meant for Grand Cayman, worked out perfectly with the vibrant colors and natural foliage in Santa Barbara. They had one of the prettiest tablescapes we’ve had the pleasure of photographing, at their reception. Their day was full of big emotions, hilarious moments, and a palpable amount love. It was such an honor to be a part and we couldn’t be happier for this phenomenal couple!
Venue: El Encanto, A Belmond Hotel
Coordination: Anne Wilner
Florals: Wisteria Lane Floral Design Studio
Makeup: Shanie Crosbie
Rentals: The Tent Merchant
