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Real Weddings: Nichole + Joel

I am in love with every detail of today’s wedding, photographed by the fabulous Aaron Shintaku (assisted by Ashley Rose) in San Clemente, CA.  Nichole and Joel pulled together the entire event themselves - with the help of Nichole’s mother - and it’s one of the most beautiful DIY weddings I’ve ever seen! 

Nichole is positively stunning, isn’t she?

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{Aaron Shintaku}

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Peach is one of my favorite colors for weddings and it’s not used enough - so I was so excited to see these gorgeous peach bridesmaid dresses, paired with casual gold sandals.  Perfect for a beach wedding!

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{Aaron Shintaku}

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Not to be outdone, the men were handsome in light blue suits.

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The ceremony was held at the Calafia Beach County Park in San Clemente.  There were tons of great spots for photos!

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All of the programs were accented with fabric flower details.

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{Aaron Shintaku}

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(how cute are the ring bearers?)

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{Aaron Shintaku}

The reception venue, The Historic Cottage at San Clemente State Beach, was the perfect backdrop for all of Nichole and Joel’s DIY details.

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{Ashley Rose}

Nichole’s aunt created all of the flower arrangements and her mother sewed these gorgeous table runners!

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Guests were treated to homemade cookies and cupcakes and lemonade in mason jars.

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Last but not least, my favorite photo - I love how happy and relaxed Nichole and Joel are. That’s what a wedding should be all about!

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{Ashley Rose}

Aaron, thank you so much for sharing Nichole and Joel’s wedding with EAD! 

E.

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I’m always a sucker for portraits on/near train tracks - gorgeous! I also haven’t seen mason jar drinks in a cooler like that before, with the lids on - what a great idea!
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Thank you soooo much Ami for feature this wedding =) it was an honor to capture the day alongside Aaron and an honor to be featured on your lovely blog =) xo.

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Looove the dress and shoes not to mention the beautiful backdrop, thanks for sharing!
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Michael Tex Cook writes... {September 22, 2009 at 5:32 pm}

Aaron, way to capture the moment, you are one of the best photographers I’ve ever seen! And might I add, I was at this wedding and they did an awesome job at celebrating their big day. So excited for Joel and Nichole!

- Tex

Wow, super, super, super cute wedding. First of all, I love her dress and LOVE her shoes. The programs are lovely. Thanks for sharing!
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Beautiful job, Aaron! It was a true honor to be at this wedding. Nicole and Joel are such a great couple AND had the most beautiful wedding style! Thanks for posting these, EAD!
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I love how so many grooms are going away from the traditional black tux. Very stylish!

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