Celebrate! Sarah and Mel's Colorful Oakland Wedding

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The fun fashioned invitations set the tone and excite guests for the Celebration. The Ceremony took place in the lush, green backyard where paper poms in white, orange and turquoise hung from trees, and similarly colored pennant flags and burlap set the fun and festive mood. Beautiful bright dahlias and antique touches added to the ambiance.  The Ceremony was made all the more special as it was conducted by Bride Sarah’s Father. The vows had it all, bringing laughter and tears to the crowd. Guests tossed brightly colored, sparkling, fabric poms during the recessional to wish the couple good luck. For the Reception, the party moved to Cerruti Cellars Wine Bar in Jack London Square where they enjoyed a sweet slide show, delicious Cerruti wine and a fabulous whole roasted pig, catered by The Chop Bar. Escort cards were  attached to old fashioned keys and strung between two antique ladders. Fun, festive pennant flags strung over the reception dinner tables . Tables were festively appointed with turquoise linen napkins, burlap runners and multiple milk glass and mason jar vases of orange, yellow, cream dahlia's and zinnia's.  The desert room was a masterpiece of old fashion touches, pies and other beautifully appointed goodies. Desserts were provided by Petaluma Pie Company. Photo Booth was provided by Moments to Memories Photobooth. Photography by Jessica Gruaex. Congratulations to this beautiful couple! I was honored to be a part of your perfect day!