A Heartfelt Celebration of Love for Gabriela and Jordan at Belmond El Encanto
August 23, 2024
Gabriela and Jordan’s wedding at Belmond El Encanto in Santa Barbara was a day rich in elegance and deep personal meaning. As college sweethearts, they chose an intimate gathering of 30 close friends and family, crafting a serene ambiance overlooking the breathtaking Santa Barbara coastline.
Gabriela was radiant in a two-piece bridal ensemble from Chosen by Kyha, purchased at En Blanc in Santa Monica. The Kasia Corset and Skirt captured her unique sense of style and was beautifully complemented by a matching veil and a special bridal scarf handmade by her mother just before the wedding. Gabriela knew this gown was “The One” shortly after trying it on. Even as she traveled to her next appointment, thoughts of the gown lingered, and a dream confirmed it as her perfect choice. Upon returning to Los Angeles a week later, she headed straight to En Blanc to make it her own.
One of the most cherished memories was a 15-minute retreat arranged by her father-in-law, who also acted as the wedding planner. This private time gave Gabriela and Jordan a chance to savor their first moments as husband and wife, away from the festivities.
After the wedding, Gabriela chose Elegance Preserved for the careful cleaning and preservation of her gown. Knowing she might wear the corset again for their one-year anniversary, Gabriela also hoped to preserve the ensemble as an heirloom, perhaps to be repurposed by a future family member. Confident in Elegance Preserved’s expertise, she entrusted them to maintain the timeless beauty of her gown.
Their celebration at Belmond El Encanto was a blend of elegance, sentimentality, and intimacy that perfectly captured Gabriela and Jordan’s love story, leaving them and their guests with memories to treasure forever.
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Venue: Belmond El Encanto | Planner: Pat Glenn Productions | Photographer: Mark DeLeon Photography | Florist: LouLoudi Design | Cake: Room for Cake SB | Music: Tony Ybarra Guitar | HMU: Samara Beauty SB
