Fun and Feisty Forest Wedding at Bell Hallow in Santa Cruz

Bride and groom pose in a forest on their wedding day

Sometimes we run across a bride and groom with such big personalities that you can see evidence of it all throughout their wedding day, but Mallory and Ky's entire wedding party is full of fun and feisty personalities. Which we love! Adriane White, one of our favorite photographers, admits how much fun she had working with this group and we don't doubt it.
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Bride admires dress in mirror and engagement ring detail

Bride and bridesmaids getting ready for wedding day

From Adriane White Photography:There is a comfortableness and ease between Mallory and Ky and I could sense that they truly know each other. I was inspired by their loving families and long time friendships. I'm honored to have photographed Mallory and Ky's wedding day.

Bride and bridesmaids in white dresses with bouquets

Four brides in wedding dresses with colorful bouquets

Woman with braided half updo and gold hair rings

Groomsmen in vests pose at outdoor wedding party

Mallory and Ky married on the quaint grounds of Bell Hallow nestled in the beautiful Santa Cruz mountains. The cottage was a playground for photographic creativity and the grounds offered countless picturesque, natural settings! In addition to the bride, the bridesmaids all wore white. This added a unique, timeless feeling and it didn't hurt that they were photogenic and enthusiastic about taking photos as well.

Directional signage for an outdoor wedding ceremony location

Cute flower girl and ring bearer holding hands outdoors

Bride and groom on their wedding day outdoors

Bride and groom share a kiss on wedding day outdoor

From the Bride:It's hard to think of anything that I would have done differently! I suppose I would have placed us, (the officiant and the wedding party) differently, since some guest couldn't see. However, it was nice to have our own private circle of loved ones so it was less nerve racking.

Rustic wedding decor including guest book and restroom sign

Wildflower bouquet in mason jar centerpiece outdoors

Lego bride and groom with three excited children

Bride with floral crown and lace dress from behind

Emotional bride and groom at rustic wedding reception

Our budget was around $20,000 Splurges: the dress, the invitations, the venue, the groom's shoes, DJ Savings: The catering (since he provided seating, service, etc.), the flowers, the bridesmaid dresses, my shoes, signs and center pieces, the alcohol. We didn't do too much DIY except for welcome signs, but we found ways to save from going local and booking things early.

Outdoor wedding reception with bride groom flowers and toasts