Wednesday, January 4, 2012

{real wedding} magalie + mike's beach elopement

Today real wedding is pretty special to me.  It's from a fellow blogger and friend, Magalie from The Demoiselle.  I was so excited that she was willing to share her wedding with us on P&P. 
Take it away, Magalie... ?A big hello to all you Postcard & Pretties readers out there.  I'm thrilled to be sharing one of the best moments of my life with a friend and blogger who keeps me inspired on a daily basis.  It was February 16th when we learned the Empire State Building Observatory only holds weddings for 14 couples once annually on the 14th of February. There went the only site in NYC we could picture ourselves getting hitched. Onward to Plan B...

For Christmas he had surprised me with a mid-winter escape to Casa Laguna in Laguna Beach and we were scheduled to fly out the following week on the February 24th. In eight days I found a stunningly sweet site overlooking the oceanan Officiant, a driver, the best Laguna Beach florist ever and my wardrobe.  Did I mention I also designed my own ring? It's astounding what can be accomplished when you put your mind to it.

For me, eloping was a no-brainer because it meant no worries about the guest list or the bouquet
toss or anything other than the two of us. For him, the instant gratification and adventure of it all
was impossible to resist. At the heart of the decision was a focus on the life journey we’re beginning
together."
Our wedding day was momentous but it also felt like happenstance. It was kismet...simply meant to be.
In that moment and every day since, we fit.
A special thanks to Jen Lauren Grant who’s incredible energy and photographic talent was indispensible on the big day.
{Photography} Jen Lauren Grant


24 comments :

  1. Simply beautiful! The way a wedding should be about u two. I wish u both a long and lovely life together!

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  2. so pretty and sweet! they look like a very happy couple. xoxo jillian:: cornflake dreams

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  3. Magalie, the pictures are beautiful. You to looks so perfectly happy together. here is to a wonderful life! Big XO

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  4. Perfect little feature for a perfect little wedding. Gorg.

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  5. Elopements are SO romantic! & clearly perfect for this happy, beautiful couple. Congratulations~

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  6. Beautiful! Magalie, you are stunning! So happy to get a glimpse into this special day!

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  7. You are so stunning Magalie! What a sweet elopement!

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  8. *squeals* I can 'see' you and you are more beautiful than I could have imagined! Congratulations on your big day wishing you so many wonderful years together *big cheesy grin*

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  9. love love LOVE!! congrats to the happy couple :)

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  10. What an amazing surprise!!!! Magalie is so beautiful and they make such a happy couple!!! Love to see this special day in one of my favorite blogs!!! Thank you ladies for making this winter day so warm and happy ;)

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  11. Oh my goodness, what a stunning, stylish bride! I love EVERYTHING about your bridal look from the frothy skirt to your delicate nose stud. Such an intimate, special day.

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  12. Oh Magalie, I'm in tears-what an absolutely beautiful day!

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  13. Thanks Chris, for helping me share it all. It was SUCH a beautiful day in EVERY way. I LOVE looking at these photos!! Glad everyone seems to feel the love!

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  14. Congratulations Magalie!! You look absolutely stunning!!! So so gorgeous, and what a lovely way to celebrate! I wish you nothing but happiness!! xo

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  15. I have to repeat it again you are stunning my dear stunning! I am so happy for you both! I'm here tearing up because the picture when he is looking at you put the ring on his finger...just perfect. Your happiness makes me smile like this :-)))))
    Thank you Chris for featuring it! Bananas in a very good way! XO

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  16. Such a beautiful wedding. They really look so happy and a great couple. Thanks for sharing.

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  17. Very beautiful wedding pics. I wish you both the best of luck and a wonderful life together. For any of you viewers interested in a beach wedding, we have some awesome views and private beaches down here in Costa Rica at www.redpalmvillas.com.

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  18. Amazing photos, you did really nice work. Thanks for sharing.

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  19. This bride is so beautiful. She looks like a model.

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