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Paula & Michael’s Wedding at the Hilton Hotel

Tuesday, November 10, 2009 Posted in Uncategorized, weddings

Paula and Michael married on a beautiful day on the rooftop of the San Gabriel Hilton Hotel in front of their dearest family and friends. I loved the vibrant fall colors that they chose for their day and all the little details they thought up!

I started off with Paula and she had so many wonderful details for me to shoot. I loved her dress, her shoes, her jewelry, everything was perfection.

Their gorgeous rings. I just had to post both!

Paula’s earrings and bracelet on her veil.

Their rings again, on top of the ring pillow.

Paula getting glammified.

Loved the soft floof of fabric on the toe of Paula’s Badgley Mischka pumps!

Jeret got some cool pictures of Michael getting ready as well.

How fun are the guys’s shoes and socks?

It really does take a team to get the bride all dressed on her big day.

I love the image on the left showcasing the low row of buttons down the back of her dress. Such a classic!

Their first look was done on one of the upper levels of the hotel where there was some gorgeous soft light filtering in.

Then we headed to the roofop for some more portraits of Paula and Michael and their wedding party. Loved the rosette detailing on the bridesmaids dresses as well as their bouquets of rust colored mini calla lilies.

The guys all had coordinating argyle socks and I have to say, they rocked them out!

I just love shoe shots!

Paula getting walked down the aisle by her Father.

How ridiculously gorgeous is this gazebo? The draping, the flowers, the coordinating paper lanterns transformed the space into something that was truly unique.

I saw this little girl after the ceremony sitting and blowing bubbles and couldn’t resist a quick picture. I think I’m in love. The windswept hair, totally oblivious to me as she’s so caught up with the bubble wand, her long lashes and those cheeks! I’m such a sucker for baby cheeks!

Their candy buffet was such a hit, I don’t think it lasted more than 10 minutes. Seriously.

Mini pots of honey covered with vintage fabrics and personalized tags.

First dance as husband and wife!

Venue: San Gabriel Hilton Hotel

Coordinator: Irene Aquino

Hair and Makeup: Sherry McAnelly

Videographer: Michael Shu

Lighting: TMMPro

Cake: King’s Hawaiian

by Sarah K Chen

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November 10, 2009 - 3:59 pm connieMchung - sarah! these are perfection!

November 10, 2009 - 7:12 pm Jenny - Love the calla Lilies ! I wanted them at my wedding, but couldn't get it.... love your detail shots, so yummy ! Your post shows so much of their personality, it's so fun to read !

November 11, 2009 - 2:03 pm Alexander Mo - Wow, I grew up there! (San Marino to be exact). Such amazing photography work. The one standing straight with their backs facing the camera is my favorite. Classic. Everything is insanely amazing.

November 13, 2009 - 11:53 am lane dittoe - that cake shot is amazing!! great job!! thanks

November 22, 2009 - 2:52 am William Massey - Awesome shots! You're so good at getting all the little details and making them look spectacular!

November 25, 2009 - 6:11 pm Christine Pobke - Okay that's it - I am totally bookmarking you... You are AMAZING!!! :) Love these shots, you get the most beautiful brides!! :)

December 7, 2009 - 6:12 pm caroline tran - sarah! i don't know how i missed these! fantastic job! as always, you captured the day so beautifully!

January 10, 2010 - 6:27 pm amy symes - Wow Sarah, you never cease to amaze!! I haven't been on your blog in ages so was going through many of your recent shoots...all stunning!! You are so lucky to be able to shoot at so many natural light venues! Your body of work is just incredible and so ever-inspiring! Also, Ellie is so sweet!! One year already!! My husband and I are expecting our first in June. Take care! Amy

February 19, 2010 - 11:00 pm Michael Shu - Hi Sarah! Mike the cinematographer here. Great working with you that day! These are AMAZING photos! I would love to work with you again!

April 15, 2010 - 4:36 pm Patrícia from Brasil - P-E-R-F-E-I-T-O!!! PERFECT!!! I LOVED!!!

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