California Archives

Wild child Southwest wedding at Rimrock Ranch in Pioneertown, California

Fin Leary 0 3 min read

Jared loved the idea of getting hitched in the Southwest, someplace spirited and peaceful. Matt knew he wanted an outdoor wedding with a camp-like feel.

lesbians in love, women cuddling with a fence behind them. both are white and have straight blonde hair and are wearing brides beaded bracelets

Engagement

Sweet lesbian proposal on a gondola [VIDEO]

Kirsten Palladino 0 1 min read

Amy and Chasity got engaged not once, but twice! Watch their sweet proposal video when Amy proposes during a gondola.

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Sunlit San Francisco wedding with evening boat cruise

Molly Sprayregen 0 1 min read

"We wanted to incorporate simplicity with grandeur, nontraditional and humor," the couple writes.

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Glamorous winter wedding in San Diego

Molly Sprayregen 1 1 min read

Warm up with this glamorous winter wedding featuring an urban cityscapes backdrop and a gorgeous blue tuxedo!

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This Great Gatsby wedding in Walnut Grove, California, featured a casino speakeasy reception

Kirsten Palladino 0 3 min read

Lisa and Christina's love of the Titanic movie, as well as the Great Gatsby and all the splendor of the 1920s, inspired their themed wedding.

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California beach photo session to celebrate virtual wedding

Molly Sprayregen 0 1 min read

"Their playfulness, passion, friendship and lastly, true love for each other showed with every look and touch."

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San Francisco restaurant wedding with jazz band and dog cake topper

Molly Sprayregen 0 1 min read

The outdoor space included a snazzy fireplace and was decorated with beautiful succulents and wood carved dinnerware.

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Sweet and simple Los Angeles wedding with flowing pink dress

Molly Sprayregen 0 1 min read

"We felt the stars aligned when our souls met 8 years ago."

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A spring garden wedding for Bay Area grooms with whimsical wildflower centerpieces and white paper lanterns

Marley Madding 0 2 min read

For their May wedding, Ian (he/him) and Brian (he/him) chose a romantic and whimsical aesthetic to match the atmosphere of their outdoor garden venue.

Two white marriers hug in front of a large boulder. One wears a white dress with gold earrings, and the other has a white wide brim hat.

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Tinder brides marry in California ranch-chic wedding with wildflowers, queer music and a beer truck

Marley Madding 0 5 min read

Lily (she/her) and Sarah Beth (she/they) met on Tinder, fell in love at Pride and married in a quirky ceremony encompassing everything they cherish.

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Colorful and glamorous wedding at historic Hollywood house

Molly Sprayregen 0 2 min read

"When we first came to the Sowden House for a special event, we were absolutely blown away by the beauty and uniqueness of the space."

two white gay brides surrounded by bubbles

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Tara and Emma’s purple and ivory wedding at Berkeley City Club in Berkeley, California

Kirsten Palladino 0 1 min read

Tara and Emma's purple and ivory wedding at Berkeley City Club in Berkeley, California, had vintage vibes with a modern twist.

throuple wedding for three white people. Two white women with short brown hair with a white man with blonde hair in a french braid all smile and kiss while holding onto ribbons

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Emily, Willie and Sarah’s DIY throuple wedding at the Inn on the Russian River in Monte Rio, California

Kirsten Palladino 0 10 min read

Emily (she/her), Willie (he/him) and Sarah (she/her) enjoyed a low-key waterside throuple wedding at Inn on the Russian River in Monte Rio, California. The queer...