Tasha and Jim wanted “to mesh a very traditional Serbian Orthodox wedding ceremony at a more relaxed, beachy, outdoor location” and enlisted Details Event Planning to help implement their vision at Montage Laguna Beach. A casual elegance underlies the design of the garden ceremony reception while spectacular greenery and florals by Mark’s Garden grace every detail. Stationery and custom crest is by Papel Paper and Press, cake by Fantasy Frostings and it’s all captured by Birds of a Feather Photography.
What made the wedding special and unique?
Our venue! We wanted to mesh a very traditional Serbian Orthodox wedding ceremony at a more relaxed, beachy, outdoor location. We also wanted it to feel formal enough for the occasion and the Montage in Laguna Beach was absolutely perfect. Dancing under the canopy of fairy lights and flowing ribbons while the waves crashed on the beach below is something we and our guests will never forget!
Tell us about the gown and where/how you found it!
My gown was Carolina Herrera and I found it at her boutique in Beverly Hills. I wanted something simple, classic, and elegant – my only stipulation (or so I thought) was no strapless, but as soon as I tried on my gown I knew it was the one! I especially loved the tuxedo bow detail in the back!
What were some touches added to make the wedding personal?
We had an artist create a Perry family crest for our big day, we used this in our invitation suite and throughout all the paper goods for the wedding. It was such a special way to commemorate this amazing day that started our life together, we even put the crest up in our bedroom to remind us of our beginning as husband and wife.
What was the most memorable part of the day?
As the sun was setting, my new husband and I took a few minutes to step away and take some photos with this gorgeous backdrop of a Laguna Beach sunset. We finally had some time to take in the meaning of the day and be thankful for celebrating this momentous occasion with all of our family and friends. It is a moment that neither of us will ever forget.
Tell us how you met and became engaged.
We met on the tried and true Tinder App, which we will laugh about forever! He proposed to me on his birthday, knowing that was the only way he could truly surprise me! I had planned a big birthday dinner out for him with some surprise birthday gifts so was completely caught off guard when he popped the question that night!
Montage, Laguna Beach Wedding // Tasha and Jim from Robert Michael Films on Vimeo.
Photographer: Birds of a Feather // Event Planning: Details Event Planning // Florals: Mark’s Garden // Paper Goods: Papel Paper and Press // Venue: Montage Laguna Beach // Bride’s Dress: Carolina Herrera // Videographer: Robert Michael Films // Cake: Fantasy Frostings // Hair: Sheila Raye Stone // Makeup: Thierry Pourtoy Makeup // Reception Band: The Lowdown | West Coast Music // Lighting: Images by Lighting // Rentals: Signature Party Rentals / Archive Rentals