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Romantic Mountain Top Wedding in California

Bride and groom outdoors during sunset wedding day

It doesn’t get more romantic than this! Lauren and Mark had a gorgeous wedding at Sacred Mountain in Julian, California. This private ranch location in the mountains was picture perfect for their intimate weekend long celebration with all of their friends and family. 

From their circle ceremony arbor to the rustic farm tables, their big day has so many swoon-worthy details it’s almost dizzying. Catch all the highlights below beautifully captured by Michelle Lillywhite Photography and don’t miss out on the full gallery after.

Lace wedding dress on floral decorated circle arch

Bride holding bouquet and hat saying happily ever after Bride with bridesmaids in robes holding drinks outdoors

Bride in robe holds wedding bouquet on rustic porch

How they met

From Stylish Details: Mark and Lauren's love story began at an unlikely place. They were both attending Austin City Limits Music Festival and had no idea that their lives were about to change forever when they met during the concerts. The two began dating shortly after and the rest is history! Their shared love for good music, tropical vacations, and great food were just a few of the things these two had in common. They are both two of the sweetest, most genuine people you'll ever meet and it was a pleasure to plan their big day!

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Bride holding elegant pink and white wedding bouquet

Groomsmen in stylish suits and sunglasses at a wedding Three rustic wedding boutonnieres on wooden surface

Sacred mountain wedding

They chose to tie the knot at Sacred Mountain, a private ranch located at the top of a hill in charming Julian, CA. Mark and Lauren wanted a location where their friends and family could stay on site the night before and the night of the wedding. The venue has several charming cottages where guests can feel at home during the wedding weekend.

Mark and Laurens wedding welcome sign with flowers

Floral decorated circular wedding arch outdoor scene

Bride and groom at outdoor wedding ceremony location

Bride and groom share first kiss at wedding ceremony

Bride and groom holding hands on their wedding day

Happily ever after hat at an outdoor wedding couple portrait

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Golden hour wedding couple embracing in a circular arch

Romantic + intimate

Lauren's vision was to create a romantic and intimate feel for all of their guests. With jewel tone florals executed to perfection by Emily with Urban Garden Floral and farmhouse tables by Cedar and Pine, the scene was set for a gorgeous wedding in the mountains. It was the little details that made the day extra special!

Rustic wedding seating chart with floral decor

Elegant wedding table setting with floral centerpiece Elegant wedding table setting with menu card

Rustic farm table reception

Wedding menu design Wedding table number in gold

Dessert table

Modern navy, white, and gold wedding cake

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Fun details

It was the little details that made the day extra special! Both Mark and Lauren love coffee so they had a custom espresso station by Cappuccino on Call. They even had a custom sign we ordered from etsy that said "Our Love is Brewing", which was such a cute touch! They also served all different flavors of La Croix at the bar, how fun is that??

Custom wedding sign

Nightime reception

Cut the cake kiss

To get a closer look at this Sacred Mountain wedding check out the wedding film Emma Lynn Cinema created below.

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