Nicole Chapman Design

FLoral + Design:

On the Bride’s Side

Planning + Design:

Zach & Dune

Photo + Video:

Summer

Season:

Hotel Californian, Santa Barbara, CA

Venue + Catering:

TIFFANY AND LAURENCE'S VISION:

For Tiffany and Laurence, The Hotel Californian’s Moroccan-inspired architecture and harbor views set the perfect scene for an opulent wedding that felt straight out of a Dutch Master painting. The bride wore her mother’s wedding dress—a rich nod to legacy—and held a bouquet of gloriosa lilies, a vibrant accent to the summer sun. They envisioned a celebration that was both sumptuous and evocative, weaving together lush hues, bold textures, and the layered elegance of a still-life masterpiece.

Tiffany & Laurence

Opulent. Sumptuous. Evocative.

THE CEREMONY:

Held atop a rooftop terrace overlooking the sparkling harbor, the ceremony was a canvas of color and pattern. Marigolds and summer berries spilled onto Moroccan-tiled floors, while arrangements of sunset-hued roses and dahlias added warmth and depth to the scene. Guests were greeted by the scent of fresh blooms mingling with the salty ocean air, and the sun’s golden light cast everything in a soft, painterly glow. With the Santa Barbara coastline as their witness, Tiffany and Laurence exchanged vows in a ceremony as vibrant and timeless as their vision.

THE RECEPTION:

Stepping into the reception was like entering a world where art and reality intertwined. Curry velvet linens dressed the tables, offset by overflowing arrangements of marigolds spilling forth limes, lemons, oranges and grapefruits feeling decadent in their abundance. Layered displays of citrus and summer fruit provided striking pops of color and texture, bringing an bright opulence to each table. In homage to the evening’s still-life theme, rich jewel tones and lush fabrics evoked a sense of tactile luxury, while delicate candles flickered throughout, casting a warm, intimate glow.

Tiffany and Laurence’s wedding was a sensory masterpiece, crafted with an eye for balance between artful richness and natural beauty. Nicole Chapman Design transformed the setting into a celebration that felt alive with color, texture, and history—a wedding that captured the essence of romance in the golden heart of Santa Barbara.

A ceremony as vibrant and timeless as their vision

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