Where the Ocean Meets Elegance: Ashlynne & Craig’s Intimate Celebration at L’Auberge Del Mar
June 22, 2022
Overlooking the Pacific from the stunning cliffs of San Diego, Ashlynne and Craig promised forever in a heartfelt, ocean-kissed ceremony at L’Auberge Del Mar. Their wedding day was defined by sincere moments, sweeping views, and a radiant bride who had found not just the perfect dress—but the perfect feeling in it.
After trying on ten gowns at two different bridal boutiques, Ashlynne walked into Lovella Bridal with an open heart and a few doubts. “Every dress I had tried on felt like ‘a beautiful dress,’” she recalls. “But then Shannon, my stylist, pulled the first gown at Lovella—an Ines di Santo—and when I put it on, it wasn’t about the dress being beautiful. I felt beautiful.”
That gown, with its timeless design and elevated silhouette, became a symbol of Ashlynne’s joy and grace. And she knew from the start it would be something worth treasuring forever. “I just love my gown so much—I want to save it forever,” she says, entrusting cleaning and preservation to Elegance Preserved based on Lovella’s trusted recommendation. Now it rests securely in one of their signature Wedding Dress Preservation Boxes, a timeless keepsake from an unforgettable day.
For the ceremony, Ashlynne and Craig made a meaningful decision: no bridal party. “We wanted to focus on each other and our new family,” she says. Only Craig’s children walked down the aisle, sitting front and center with their parents—a gentle, loving choice that set the tone for the day.
The most unforgettable moment? Their vows. “We wrote our own, and it was the best decision we made. They were sincere, heartfelt, and uniquely ours,” says Ashlynne.
The celebration was brought to life by an extraordinary team: Sweet Blossom Weddings coordinated every detail, while The Little Fleur Co adorned the space with lush florals. Eliana Strings set the ambiance during the ceremony, and the joy was captured forever by Erica Streelman Photography and SidebySide Cinema. Dancing DJ Productions kept the evening lively, and the couple looked picture-perfect thanks to Makeup by Chris Tran and Hairspray Studio. Rentals were provided by Bright Rentals, and the fun continued with a photo booth from Pixter.
For Ashlynne, the day was full of grace, laughter, and intention—a celebration of not just love, but family and presence. Preserving the gown that carried her through it all was simply the final, elegant touch.
{ D E T A I L S }
Venue – L’Auberge Del Mar | Gown – Ines di Santo via Lovella Bridal | Planner – Sweet Blossom Weddings | Florist – The Little Fleur Co | Ceremony Music – Eliana Strings | Photographer – Erica Streelman | Videographer – SidebySide Cinema | DJ – Dancing DJ Productions | HMUA – Makeup by Chris Tran, Hairspray Studio | Rentals – Bright Rentals | Photo Booth – Pixter | Gown Preservation – Elegance Preserved
