How to Style a Cali Inspired Wedding

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If you'd like to transport your wedding guests to the sunny skies of California no matter what the season, we've got the right style guide for you! We’ve created this gorgeous theme, along with a mood board and 6 steps to follow so you can recreate our Cali Inspired Wedding look.

STEP ONE - Colour Pallet
​For a Cali wedding start with a base of white on white, if you find this too simple try using different monochromatic textures and patterns. Next add in oranges and corals, these will bring warmth to your design. Add some small accents of pale blue and green and your done! Keeping colour simple and concentrated will ensure design stays sophisticated, be mindful that your florals, attire, and venue all contribute to your wedding colours.

STEP TWO - Rose Gold
​I always love including metallics in my wedding design, for this style I chose to work with rose-gold because it blends with the oranges and corals of the colour pallet. I wanted a metallic that wouldn’t stand out too much and would add soft touches of light, depth, and texture.

STEP THREE - Florals
​For your floral choices mix bold blooms, tropical greenery and succulents! You don’t need to go crazy with flowers for this wedding a few bold accents will go a long way, focus on your bouquets, bouts and isle. Succulents can be used as part of your centerpieces and given as wedding favors at the end of the night. If you want larger succulents to decorate your space or to create a photo background check with family and friends many people have plants in their homes!​

STEP FOUR - Venue 
For this type of wedding I love an indoor/outdoor venue, consider a roof top pool or an outdoor terrace. If you’re working with an indoor venue look for a space with large windows, terracotta floors, or white brick walls. All these features will contribute to a fresh Cali look.

STEP FIVE - Attire
​Keep your clothing light and casual! Try a wedding gown that has bold lace and a flowing skirt. For your Maids consider long gowns with a plunging neckline or a thigh high slit in mix-matched shades of coral and orange. For the guys go with linen suits and skip the ties.

STEP SIX - Accents
Finally add a few accent pieces, mix and match both geometric and bohemian styles for a unique look. These pieces could be a floral or jewelled headpiece, a macramé wall hanging, barefoot sandals, terrariums, geometric candlestick holders, or a triangular arch at the end of your isle. Get creative and choose pieces that speak to you!

I hope this Cali Inspired Style has warmed your heart and spiked your creativity! If you need help bringing your theme to life, creating a mood board or transforming a space check out our 'You've Got Style' package you can also send any questions (big or small) to info@joyeventsandco.com.
XOXO,
Rachel