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Gabe+Nikki
Wedding at Nestldown

Vitaliy and I fell in love with Gabe and Nikki on a chilly winter day last November.

We were so head over heels that we rendezvoused in Utah. We played in the snow, laughed until our tummies hurt, and took a lot of pictures. Then they invited us to their engagement party and we realized that we loved their friends and family just as much. That first meeting last November started a business relationship, but what we have now is nothing less than a true friendship. And for this, we are very thankful.

We’d like to think we are unique, but after getting to know Nikki and Gabe and hearing the stories told at their wedding, they are just the kind of people that love others well. Nikki is passionate, she smiles big, and though she’s petite, she hugs like a giant. Gabe is a gentleman through and through. He’s the kind of guy who will hold the door open no matter who you are. And I admire the way he’s not afraid to love Nikki out loud for the world to see.

Gabe and Nikki had their fairytale wedding at Nestldown in Los Gatos. Their ceremony was so sweet I had to hold back the tears. And their reception was so fun I had to hold back my dance moves. The entire day was perfect in every way. A big thank you to Caitlin Arnold and her team for working so hard and for making sure that no detail was missed. We also want to thank Monika Greenaway for joining us in making sure every detail and moment was captured.

Gabe and Nikki, thank you for giving us the pleasure of being your photographers, and now your friends. You are a one of a kind couple and we are so thankful to know you both. Your wedding day was magical and we are so happy to have been a part of it all. Congratulations! We wish you a marriage filled with love and laughter.

You can read Gabe and Nikki’s love story. And you can also view our favorite memories from their day here: GABE AND NIKKI: THE HIGHLIGHTS.

Below is the team of vendors that helped make the day so perfect.

THE TEAM:

Ceremony and Reception: Nestldown

Hotel: Toll House Hotel

Coordinator: Caitlin Arnold Weddings and Events

Floral Design: Sweetness and Light

Videography: OneDay Pictures

Dessert Table and Design: Honeycomb Events and Design

Wedding Dress: Vera Wang

Shoes: Manolo Blahnik 

Men’s Tuxedo’s: Vera Wang

DJ: Ron Grandia

Officiant: Rev. Irene Pak

Linens: Napa Valley Linens

Catering: Cafe Primavera

Stationery: DIY from the Bride and Groom

Hair: Colleen Moore Wright

Makeup: Grace Colindres

Photographer: Pictilio

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Anthony+Nicole
A San Francisco
Greek Wedding

Anthony and Nicole’s wedding was a quintessential San Francisco affair with all the elements of a big fat Greek wedding. It doesn’t get any better than that!

The two were married at the Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Church then took a cable car ride to the Marine’s Memorial Club & Hotel for their reception. And this is where the party of all parties unfolded. To start things off, Anthony and Nicole and the entire wedding party were announced into the reception by a prerecording from the famous broadcaster Duane Kuiper of the San Francisco Giants. I’m telling you, the Greeks do it big!

If that wasn’t memorable enough, Nicole’s brother James stood up to toast the happy couple but instead broke out in dance which resulted in a flash mob complete with flying confetti. Nicole’s mom informed me that the flash mob was a first for a Greek wedding, but the way Greeks celebrate, I thought it fit right in.

There were so many more unforgettable moments like this, but what really made this wedding so special was the people. This was our very first Greek wedding and I only hope it won’t be our last. Everyone gave us such a warm welcome we were ready to turn Greek by the end of the night. Opa!

Anthony and Nicole, thank you for being you! Two people who are truly beautiful inside and out. I laughed and cried my way through your pictures preparing to share them today. I hope they help you relive the day all over again. Congratulations! We wish you a marriage filled with love and laughter. Love to you and your families!

You can read Anthony and Nicole’s love story. And you can also view our favorite memories from their day here – ANTHONY AND NICOLE: THE HIGHLIGHTS.

Below is the team of vendors that helped make the day so perfect.

THE TEAM:

Ceremony: Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Church

Reception: Marines’ Memorial Club

Florist: Julie Snead

Cake: Mazzetti’s Bakery

Hair: DiDi Salon

Makeup: Social Beauty Co.

Cocktail Hour Musicians: Hallie Pridham

DJ: DJ GSTAV

Band: Lou Skoby

Dress: Maggie Sottero

Shoes: Nine West

Paper Goods: Signatures by Sarah

Suit/Tux: Selix

Videographer: Marmalade Sky Films

Photographer: Pictilio

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Jeffrey & Phoebe
The Wedding

Jeffrey and Phoebe go together like peanut butter and jelly. He is the fruity to her nutty.

When you see these two together you realize it’s more than just an inside joke. These two really are like peanut butter and jelly – better together. So much so, it was a constant theme intertwined throughout their wedding day details.

They danced their way into the reception with the “Peanut Butter Jelly Time” song playing in the background. And it’s precisely this quirky humor that makes everyone fall in love with them. It was the perfect introduction to the perfect evening. A night filled with good food, good people, and whole lot of laughter.

Jeffrey and Phoebe, your wedding day was a constant mix of beauty and humor. After meeting your families, we can see where you both get it from. Thank you for inviting us to be a part of your special day. It was an honor and a pleasure! Peanut butter and jelly will never be the same in our minds. We’ll now always think of the two of you and smile. Congratulations! Much love to you both!

You can read Jeffrey and Phoebe’s love story. And you can also view our favorite memories from their day here – JEFFREY AND PHOEBE: THE HIGHLIGHTS.

THE TEAM:

Ceremony: Valley Presbyterian Church

Reception: Cetrella Restaurant

Flowers: Twig and Petals

Pie Pops: Sweet Lauren Cakes

Photobooth: Bay Area Flipbook

Videographer: Moving Portraits

Photographers: Pictilio

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