Elegant yet laid-back wedding on the water in malibu

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Nothing says Malibu like a wedding on the beach with a poolside reception! In true Cali style, this couple wanted a laid-back wedding day, but of course, they still wanted it to feel special and celebratory. Along with help from Coastal Coordinates, they focused on finding the perfect venue, one that epitomized everything they were going for, we're here to say, they nailed it! Keep scrolling to see why we're so in love with this Malibu wedding and to see even more of these beautiful photos by Alexandra Wallace.

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love at first sight

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John and Amanda met in 2018 while both working at the same accounting firm in San Francisco. For the two accounting nerds, it was love at first sight. Four years and a move down to LA later, John proposed at their favorite spot overlooking the ocean in Santa Monica. From the start, John and Amanda had a very simple vision for their wedding–tacos and margaritas on the beach surrounded by family and friends.

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Amanda and John tied the knot at the historic Adamson House, right off Highway 1 in Malibu. Mere feet from the ocean, they tied the knot with personal vows, followed by a reception at sunset. The Adamson House was the perfect venue with the Pacific Ocean as the backdrop and the freedom to hire the vendors that could bring their vision to life. Kon Tiki Taco catered the event serving a wide array of Mexican favorites while The Whaling Club served signature cocktails such as a spicy cucumber margarita. With all the colorful tile and native wildflowers throughout the property, they worked with Blooming Events by Terry to create a simple floral palette of neutrals and whites with pops of pale blue.

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what they wore

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The bridal party wore shades of blue and navy to complement the florals. Amanda wore a gorgeous low-back gown from A and Be Bridal shop. She was drawn to "Pearl" by Jenny Yoo, because she fell in love with the pearl detailing on the straps, a nod to the coastal venue.

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a heartfelt ceremony

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The "cottage-core" wedding decor aesthetic was executed beautifully by Lindsy of Coastal Coordinates. They were married by one of their best friends in a tear-jerking ceremony with personal vows and words of wisdom from their parents.

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the perfect California evening reception

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Guests were invited to tour the historic house during cocktail hour before settling into the reception space overlooking the Malibu pier. Speeches and dances took place as the sun set over the ocean and surfers caught the last waves of the evening, a perfect California-inspired event.

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