Courthouse Elopement with a Delightful East Beach Photoshoot
We are in love with today’s featured couple and their stunning yet simple elopement. The simplicity of the day was what really allowed the bride and groom’s unique relationship and pure joy to shine through. Santa Barbara Elopement planned the day, starting at the lavish Ritz-Carlton Bacara. Chris J. Evans captured a few shots of the bride and groom at some of the venue’s most notable spots before heading to the Santa Barbara Courthouse for the ceremony.
The couple tied the knot in the courthouse gardens with a little help from Judge Brian Hill. After both rings and vows were exchanged, Santa Barbara’s East Beach became the couple’s playground as they danced, celebrated, and even enjoyed their wedding cake from Lelé Pâtisserie as the ocean waves crashed in the background.
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Venue: The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara Courthouse, & East Beach | Planner: Santa Barbara Elopement | Photographer & Videographer: Chris J. Evans | Florals: Intrepid Floral Co. | Officiant: Judge Brian Hill | Cake: Lelé Pâtisserie | Beauty: TEAM Hair & Makeup