Roxanne + Jess decided to host an entire weekend at Villa Royale Hotel in the heart Palm Springs for their wedding. Their guests traveled from all over the world to celebrate their glamorous-yet-laid-back wedding.
It was an epic day filled with meaningful touches, bright, colorful colors, and Old Hollywood vibes. The bride loves anything vintage and retro, hence why she chose a chic, timeless gown to wear and lots of disco ball touches in her decor. The vibrant, warm florals and boho furniture made the desert venue come to life and made everything romantic and glamorous.
Every single aspect of the day was fun and set the tone for an all-night party. The entire thing felt like a glamorous house party, from the pool, to the food trucks, live band, and lots of disposable cameras for guests to capture the raw moments of the night.
As of today, we’re honored to announce that this wedding was featured on Green Wedding Shoes! This was one of the most special, beautiful, and fun weddings I’ve ever photographed, and I’m so happy such a big platform is celebrating this amazing couple!
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The bride and groom rented out the entire Villa Royale Hotel, a boutique hotel in the heart of Palm Springs, to host their wedding and guests for the weekend.
retro-inspired invitations, save the dates, and taking their vision from the desert landscape and Palm Springs art deco vibe.
these newspapers were one of the unique things from this wedding! they serve as a wedding website, only old school!
retro-inspired invitations, save the dates, and taking their vision from the desert landscape and Palm Springs art deco vibe.
bridesmaids getting ready in their champagne-colored robes and bridal heart sunglasses
Jess’s sleek black wedding suit came from The Grotto. The dark forest green suits for the boys were from Friar Tux.
wild and vibrant flowers by Sparks and Sand. Champagne satin bridesmaid dresses by Jenny Yoo
our stunning bride. That elegant updo was created by Beauty By Laren, and Roxanne’s glam makeup look was the work of Christy Yoo Artistry.
the desert oasis venue’s natural beauty was so pretty to capture!
when the bride wanted her group photos to look like a “renaissance painting, where everyone has a random pose looking off into the distance” … and the rest of her photos to reflect their vibe
they’re too cool for me ngl 😜
As a nod to her Chinese cultural traditions, the bride wanted to do a traditional tea ceremony. Except she wanted it to reflect them and make it unique, so they did a tequila shot together instead!
Another unique wedding idea: rice paper confetti during their first kiss at the ceremony!
Elegant pool party reception
We Stan charcuterie cups!
Boho, disco ball, colorful sweetheart table to die for!
Now that’s how to make your welcome/gift table epic!
unique printed acrylic cocktail hour bar sign.
unique turnstile table numbers and name cards
party sign
Poolside bar in the vibrant colors of retro Palm Springs
Amazingly unique wedding cake featuring cat figurines to represent their cats at home!
Instead of a traditional cocktail hour and sit-down formal dinner, they opted for more casual and fun food trucks!
These two did a funky custom/personalized first dance. It got the party started right away! First Dance: "Let’s Groove" and "September" medly by Earth, Wind, Fire.
Roxanne said:
“Our first dance! We had been working on it for months. It had been a really nice way to stop and connect and have fun leading up to the wedding. And a really tangible way to feel progress!
Day of, we were both so nervous right until we got to the dance floor. And just boogied away. It was such a fun and energetic way to start the true party/celebration part of the day; and it set the perfect tone for the rest of the evening.”
we had to capture some fun and model-esque flash photos while their guests continued to party just outside. They loved taking this time to themselves to really soak in the moment in the quiet!
VENDORS:
Venue @villaroyale_palmsprings
Planning @featheredarrowevents
Photography @parallel33photography
Videography @ramediaco
Florals @sparksandsand
Rentals @sigpartyrentals @planksandpatina
Hair @beauty.by.laren
Makeup @christyyoo_artistry
Save the Dates @lovelybonespaperie
Invites @swellpress
Napkins & coasters: @foryourparty
Newspapers @theceremonyclub
Food Trucks @dinasdumpling and Comfort Food Inn
Live Band @luckydevilsband
Cake @lauramariecakes
Bridal gown, Ceremony: Seraphine by @elyseebridaldesign
Bridal gown, Reception: Skirt is @lizmartinezbridal, Top is @catherine__deane
Dress Shop @thewhiteflower
Veil: @justinemcouture
Earrings & hair accessories: @jenniferbehr
Bridal Shoes @charlottemillsshoes
Rings @frankdarling
Girl’s sunglasses: @untamedpetals
Bridesmaid dresses: @jennyyoonyc
Matching necklaces: custom made by @za_jewellery
Wedding scent (perfume): @creedboutique
Wedding scent (candle): Santal 26 by @lelabofragrances
Groom’s suit: @thegrottomenswear
Groomsmen suits: @friartux
Groomsmen sunglasses: @rayban
Groom’s tie pin: @tedbaker
Couple @jesscoastbestcoast @roxanorama
