A Vibrant Mediterranean Tablescape...

This vibrant and summery tablescape was sent over by Nick & Aleah of The Good Life Events- a husband and wife event design duo based in San Diego. They created a beautiful rooftop cocktail scene that evokes the look and feel of the Mediterranean. This style is a bit of a departure from what I usually post, but I love the bold colors and how clean and simple they kept things. It is absolutely perfect for a chic summer celebration!

{Photos by Llanes Weddings}

Aleah was kind enough to share some of the inspiration and thought behind this design.

Our inspiration: With summer quickly approaching, Nick and I wanted to inspire brides and grooms to think a little outside the wedding box. Our favorite region of the world, the Mediterranean coast from Saint Tropez, France to San Remo, Italy, gave us inspiration to design a cheery, vibrant, and lighthearted wedding celebration. For this bride and groom we kept the décor and ambiance light to mesh with their rooftop cocktail celebration.

The attire: Our bride donned a gorgeous fuchsia frock for the celebration and the groom was styling in a pale pink linen dress shirt and khaki linen pants, perfect for a light and airy soiree. We are seeing many trends and various twists on wedding celebration events and love helping brides and grooms to envision something a little off beat. For those brides who are looking for a gorgeous wedding dress but don’t wait to spend thousands, look to bridesmaids dresses! Bella Bridesmaid carries some lovely frocks with gorgeous ruffles, light fabrics, and amazing colors at a fraction of the cost of a traditional wedding gown.

Keep it simple: By playing up bright, sunshine inspired colors in the linens, we were able to downplay the centerpieces and keep them simple. Arranging lemons in striking turquoise containers was incredibly inexpensive and gave a unique look against the remarkable blue of the Pacific Ocean. We always try to inspire our clients with fun and different décor ideas – draw from your natural surroundings or your hobbies. If you love to travel, tie in the colors you remember from a recent trip. Bring in smells and dishes that represent the trip where your fiancé proposed. If it’s lemons from a trip to Nice, France, bright hibiscus tones from a Hawaiian weekend, delicious cuisine from an Aspen vacation, or a postcard from a Parisian getaway, tying in sweet memories here and there will ensure your wedding is a true reflection of you.

Consider alternatives: Again, we do so much thinking outside of the box and always love putting new twists on classic celebrations. With warmer weather on its way, why not celebrate your nuptials with your nearest and dearest at an elegant and fun beach celebration? If you’re not looking to have a traditional dinner reception with a large guest list, look to fabulous venues with unique spaces and décor, like Tower 23 Hotel in San Diego. Host a rooftop wedding bash and your wedding will be remembered for many years to come! Whatever you choose to do, remember to have fun during the process!

The Vendors:

Shoot design, styling, and floral: Nick + Aleah – The Good Life Special Events
Photography: Joseph and Jenny Llanes from Llanes Weddings
Stationery goods: Kristy Rice from Momental Designs
Bride’s attire: Bella Bridesmaid in La Jolla; Lela Rose raspberry halter $310
Groom’s attire: Tommy Bahama in La Jolla
Hair and Makeup: Char Sanchez
Linens: Wildflower Linen
The location: Tower 23 Hotel

Thank you Nick & Aleah for sharing!