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Anna + Drew's Breathtaking Beachfront Wedding at Occasions at Laguna Village in Laguna Beach
You might already know that your wedding day is one of the most special days of yours and your partner's life. But, did you know that planning it at Occasions at Laguna Village in Laguna Beach, California can make it even more magical and memorable! Situated along Laguna's coastline, this beachfront venue offers a dreamy setting that combines the breathtaking beauty of nature with top-notch services to ensure your day is extra special. Today, we will share the lovely wedding of Anna & Drew! We have captured a number of beautiful wedding memories at this wonderful venue and we want to share all the tips and tricks for planning your dream beach wedding here. So, let's see some beautiful wedding memories and what makes Occasions at Laguna Village one of the best beachfront wedding venues in SoCal!
Beachfront Wedding Memories: A Romantic Tale
The Prelude: Getting Ready
This unforgettable wedding day began with the soft morning light shining into the bridal suite. Anna, radiant and excited, was a vision of bridal beauty. Surrounded by her closest loved ones, the candid moments of everyone's laughter made for special getting ready photos. As a wedding photographer, capturing getting ready moments is a beautiful time to document the essence of the day's beginning. The beach views from the bridal suite was a great sneak peek for the rest of the beauty to come!
The Ceremony: A Promise by the Sea
As guests took their seats, the ocean’s horizon was the ceremony backdrop. Drew stood eagerly waiting and his eyes lit up with tears of joy as Anna walked down the aisle. Even with some overcast weather, the beach views were breathtaking and gorgeous! They exchanged heartfelt promises and made their vows to forever; it was perfect. Those big smiles as the newly weds walk hand in hand down the aisle says it all. Cheers to Anna + Drew!
The Beach Photoshoot: Featuring a Furry Friend
Post-ceremony, the mandatory beach photoshoot adventure begins! First a moment for the groom and ALL of his best mates. 🐶 Drew and his dog looked so awesome in their sunglasses. And as a huge fan of watches, I loved their matching watches! Then, the newlyweds, along with their bridal party, groomsmen, family, and even their beloved dog, made their way to the shore. The sand and rolling waves were the perfect companions to Anna & Drew's love story. And let’s not forget their furry friend, a dapper dog who stole the show and warmed hearts as an honorary member of the wedding party. He was such a good boy! Seeing Anna & Drew get to celebrate with ALL of their best friends and family was truly special. Next, a wonderful wedding reception!
The Reception: A Celebration Under the Stars
As the sun dipped below the horizon, the reception came alive with beautiful toasts, delicious food, groovy music, and non-stop dancing. The first dance, speeches that tugged at heartstrings, the cutting of the cake – each moment was a joy to capture and full of beautiful emotions. The night ended with more dancing, laughter, and love, all under the canopy of a starlit sky and sound of crashing waves. The perfect way to end the perfect day! A big thank you and cheers to Anna & Drew!
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