I felt like the Goldilocks of wedding venues. We visited eight, three in Southern California and four in Northern California. This one didn’t have enough room, this one didn’t have a coordinator, we didn’t like the coordinator at this one, there wasn’t an easy way to park at that one, the bathrooms had a leak at this one, there were …

It’s been a busy week.  I got my dream job offer, flew to DC, found an apartment, and have packed 7 fridge-sized boxes since yesterday in preparation for my big move to DC this weekend.  Although this means my fiance and I will continue our long-distance relationship for another 6 months or so before we re-evaluate our next move, NYC …

Justin Fone shared the positively charming video from Maureen and Nathan’s Napa Valley wedding with us.  Maureen and Nathan are from London and held a beautiful destination wedding at the V. Sattui Winery.  The whole event was filmed in Super 8mm film – which is so classic and timeless…

Maureen & Nathan from Justin Fone on Vimeo.

… and paired with this …

We have two beautiful real weddings for you today!  Starting us off will be the unique and beautiful vineyard wedding of Lori and Brian, captured by Allegro Photography.

I love this romantic wedding Alison Hotchkiss, creative director of Alison Events, sent over last week for today’s real wedding feature. You’ve probably seen a number of Alison’s gorgeous weddings floating around the blogging world…..she is definitely a favorite among the wedding bloggers!

Laura and William were married at the beautiful Historic Del Monte Building in Sunnyvale, California.  They were lucky enough to snag Jo and David from Allegro Photography to capture their event!

Meet Laura, the beautiful bride, and William with his handsome groomsmen!

San Francisco’s City Hall is one of the most gorgeous and glamorous wedding venues I have ever encountered.  I am *in love* with the elegant flooring, beautiful rotundas, and amazing staircase.

All images via SF.gov

It is definitely not cheap (prices range from $5,000 to $30,000) but if you have a large party to throw, where better than here?  And everyone always …