What I love about these two is how much they laugh together. Well, actually, how much Mike makes Dara laugh. Constantly. And I love that this infatuation with laughter makes everybody around them laugh too. It's like an unstoppable ripple effect - the joy these two share flows like a mini flood of cheer to those that just happen to stand within their lovely laughter presence. And I feel like their ability to take life a bit less seriously probably makes them a little less afraid. It makes them a little bolder, knowing that they have each other's back. That no matter what life deals them, they will always be able to laugh together.
Mike and Dara held an intimate wedding at the boutique Tuscali Mountain Inn in the mountains outside of Malibu. It was such a lovely affair in every way - the soft details, the gorgeous surroundings, and the close friendships made for such a meaningful and sweet day! I'm so excited to share everything about this wedding - just wait until you see the adorable details they put together!
Dara waited until she was all ready (hair, makeup, dress) to pick out her jewelry for the day, and her girls helped her pick the gem of a necklace that she settled upon. *love*
The finishing touches.
Beautiful!
Dara said she got these custom peacock details for her shoes off of Etsy just for me! She knows how much I love to photograph cute shoes!
Tuscali Mountain Inn is so tiny and sweet - I love the ribbon and grass details that Dara incorporated into the flowers.
Dara and Mike gave each of their guests a succulent as the favor - what a cute idea!
They also used a mix of long and round tables tucked into the corners of the inn to add to the intimate feel of the reception.
I also loved Dara's choice in linens. The soft browns and grays played off of the olive trees around the inn.
Since the Inn is so teeny, we headed a few minutes down the road for their First Look and portraits. There was definitely no shortage of goodness from these two.
My favorites from the day!! Dara is so stinkin' elegant!
Such an emotional First Look!
The mountains were so unbelievably gorgeous! We could have photographed these guys for HOURS.
Love, love, love! Mike is so handsome!
Major props go out to Mike and Dara for tromping out to the middle of a field for us. They're pretty much rockstars!
Loved hanging out with Mike and Dara's friends. What fun people!
We're barely getting started with Mike and Dara's Tuscali Mountain Inn wedding. Stay tuned for Part Two tomorrow!
Hugs,
Erin
10 comments
Amrita Skye Blaine - I love the attention to detail–both in how the ceremony was planned, and in how the photographers captured it all.
Wonderful!
Amrita
Shaun David - Great wedding photos! So many great shots and they are such a lucky couple to have you photograph their weeding.
Linnie MacConnell - Oh my – what absolutely BEEAUTIIIIFUL wedding pictures, and what a gorgeous bride and handsome groom!!! The setting is fabulous. WOW! Hope I get to see more!!! Linnie
Sally - These are phenomenal! And so must be the two of you. Love and best wishes for many, many years of laughter together!
Doris Jancha - How extraordinarily beautiful!!!! You, Dara, the wedding, the people, the setting… Even more beautiful than your Mom said. Blessings on you and Mike and your life together. Doris
Sue - Dara, what a beautiful day for a beautiful person. Best wishes to you and your husband. I can’t wait to see the rest of the pictures.
Lynn Woodward - Jeff and Erin, I am so impressed with these images. You so captured the beauty of this day. My compliments to you both: You are awesome! I can’t wait to see the rest.
Lauren @ ELD - Awesome wedding! Those flowers are gorgeous!
Robin McQuay Anderson - What beautiful images – the people, the setting, the emotions. Lovely work – lovely wedding.
Kate and josh - my sweet “bean” you know just as well as we do the pure magic and love that goes along with these photos. My heart goes silly for the pure excitement and joy you must feel about your big day. The images capture every second perfectly and I can’t wait to see the rest! I love you so much and I’m just so happy your happy!!
love-
kbean