Laughter and Love for Elle and Michael
A blind date at a comedy club turned out to be true love for Elle and Michael — which is why this lovely couple tied the knot at the Villa earlier this year. Their April Nuptials had a striking rust and navy color scheme, plus a rustic vibe that we couldn’t get enough of!
The wedding party really dressed to impress for the big day. Elle’s bridesmaids wore elegant rust-colored spaghetti-strapped gowns, while Michael and his groomsmen wore navy suits with rust bow ties. Elle wore a Mia Solano ball gown with a v-neck, lace detailing along the bodice, and a cathedral length veil for a long, dramatic train. She was an absolute vision, and you could tell that Michael knew he was a very lucky man.
The ceremony took place in our Plaza Toscana, which was decorated with white floral arrangements and a wooden cross that Michael had made by hand. It was a family affair, with Elle’s grandfather officiating the ceremony and another family member singing during the unity candle ceremony. Elle and Michael exchanged vows and rings, then kissed and officially became husband and wife (yay!)
After the ceremony, guests enjoyed cocktail hour (complete with a performance by musician Lee Perreira) before moving inside for dinner and dancing. The newlyweds kicked things off by dancing to “Heaven” by Jason Aldean and Bryan Adams, before Michael and his mother danced to Zac Brown Band’s “Chicken Fried.”
Guests enjoyed a meal of spring mix salad (with baby spinach, strawberries, apples, grapes, feta cheese, and pecans with a poppy seed vinaigrette), green beans with toasted almond slivers, herb roasted red potatoes, chicken breast in a mushroom and marsala wine reduction, and filet mignon with burgundy bordelaise and mushroom duxelles sauce.
The reception was a fun-filled affair, with plenty of dancing, laughing, and raising a glass to the happy couple. By the time everyone gathered outside for the sparkler exit, everyone was wearing big, beaming smiles — but no one was happier than our newlyweds. We were so happy to be part of Elle and Michael’s big day, and we wish them all the best!
Photography By: Kaylee Michelle Photography