Shahla and Carlos met while salsa dancing, and needless to say, their First Dance pretty much rocked everyone's socks off! They picked a beautiful hidden gem of Livermore to celebrate their wedding, the Purple Orchid, a bed and breakfast surrounded by rolling green hills with olive trees and vineyards. After the ceremony, the couple took a quiet moment just for themselves, which is such a nice way to have a meaningful pause on a busy wedding day. Carlos wore his dress military uniform for the ceremony, then changed into a dashing all-white suit for the reception. It was a beautiful day, filled with lots of love and happy new beginnings.

 A letter from Carlos to Shahla, the morning of their wedding.

 The bride coming down the aisle with her parents, and the groom’s first look...

  Remembering Carlos' father and the sand ceremony uniting their new family.

The Purple Orchid has such a great location for a cocktail hour!

A quiet moment together after the ceremony.

 The newlyweds at sunset in the beautiful olive orchard.

Vendor Credits:

Venue: 

The Purple Orchid Wine Country Resort & Spa

Photography: 

Sonya Yruel

Caterer: 

Bon Vivant

Make-up:  Vy from

Exquisite Faces

Hair:  Bina Morris

Floral Design:  Moriah Harris

DJ: 

Spencer Sutherland

Cake: 

Cake Delight

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