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This vibrant Carmel-By-The-Sea wedding is classically radiant

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Kirk and Laura wed in Carmel-By-The-Sea, wed at the historic Carmel Mission Basilica in an event that radiated classic elegance. The gorgeous tan architecture of the mission and their upscale reception at Tehama Golf Club was punctuated with vibrant magenta blooms.

Keep reading to see how to seamlessly blend pops of color against vintage California venues! All photography by McCall and Nikki Ryan Photography.

Elegant Upscale Wedding Invitation Suite

Classic bride & groom fashion

The bride and groom stunned in classic wedding style, with Laura wearing an elegant lace gown and Kirk wearing a sharp black tuxedo. Laura and her bridesmaids were glammed to perfection by Blush Makeup Studio in bright and light styles that matched the radiant atmosphere.

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Jimmy Choo wedding high heels

Bride and bridesmaids toasting champagne in pjs

Lace fitted wedding gown

Laura's gorgeous gown is designed by Enzoani, a bespoke luxury designer out of California.

Bride with vibrant magenta bouquet

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The bride wore a special memorial pendant on her beautiful magenta bouquet by Fleurs du Soleil; the groom had a matching memorial keepsake with vintage locket.

Modern luxury groom details

Classic black tux groom

Bride with cathedral length veil

Romantic mission cathedral ceremony

The ceremony was held at the Carmel Mission Basilica, which provided a deeply romantic setting for the exchanging of vows and sun-soaked outdoor couple portraits. The historic landscape paired perfectly with the impressive cathedral nuptials.

Mission Cathedral Wedding Ceremony

Bride walking down cathedral aisle

Catholic wedding ceremony in Carmel

Newlyweds cheer in Catholic cathedral

First kiss at cathedral wedding

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Vibrant Wedding At Carmel Mission

Newlywed cheers with magenta florals

Bride and groom portraits at Carmel Mission Basilica

Romantic classic wedding couple

Catholic mission wedding in Carmel

Light & dark monochrome bridal party

The couple's bridal party looked absolutely chic, in true monochrome attire. Laura's bridesmaids stunned in all white dresses in unique styles! Kirk's groomsmen kept it classic with matching black tuxedos. 

All white bridesmaids dresses

All black groomsmen tuxedos

The pop of magenta in the bridal party's bouquets and boutonnieres added a vibrant touch to their elegant attire. 

Elegant monochrome bridesmaids with pink bouquets

Monochrome bridal party attire

Colorful magenta golf course reception

Event designer Pocketful of Plans created a truly vibrant and luxurious reception at Tehama Golf Club, filled to the brim with lavish florals from Fleurs du SoleilBougainvillea was the main inspiration behind the vibrant pink and red florals. Colorful bouquets hung from the ceilings, were woven into lanterns, arranged in colorful pottery, and even danced on top of their wedding cake.

Magenta lavish wedding reception

Elegant blue and magenta place settings Magenta floral wedding reception

Magenta and greenery centerpiece

The chic rentals from Copper RoseTheoni, and Chic Event Rentals paired beautifully with the blue & cream linens from La Tavola Linen.

Elegant

Custom unique almond jar favors

"Kirk and Laura also constructed an incredible DIY seating chart display. Kirk and his family are farmers and chose to incorporate their own family-farmed almonds as wedding favors. Elegantly, their display boasts the cheeky slogan, “You’re the cream of our crop,” constructed to greet their guests with delightful gifts." Pocketful of Plans

Colorful floral seating chart with almonds Unique almond seating chart display

Custom linen bar menu for wedding

Blushing bride custom cocktail Wedding fun facts cocktail napkin

Elegant monogramed wedding cake

Grand entrance at country club wedding

Sparkler first dance dip

LED wand grand exit for wedding

Congratulations Kirk and Laura! Be sure to check out the full gallery of images to see more vibrant and classic inspiration. 

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