An Intimate & Classic Winter Wedding at The Hotel Bel Air 

Rooted in legacy and layered with intention, this intimate wedding honored both families’ histories—held on the bride’s parents’ anniversary at the very hotel where the groom’s parents were married. The bride, deeply connected to her late mother’s elegant spirit, envisioned something classic and timeless: a garden ceremony beside Swan Lake and a private dinner that felt personal, refined, and quietly luxurious.

Starting with a green-and-white foundation, we infused the design with touches of black, plum, and deep emerald for added depth. Florals mirrored the surrounding garden, creating the illusion that the landscape had grown into the ceremony itself. From heirloom-inspired glassware to a candle selection bar of California scents, every detail was curated with memory and meaning in mind. Under soft candlelight, surrounded by early spring blooms, it felt less like a wedding and more like a love letter—to family, to presence, and to home.

Photography — Ashley Ludaescher
Planning & Design — The Nouveau Romantics
Venue — Hotel Bel Air
Florals — Jenya Florals