Just after the First Look, when Derrek and Katie saw each other for the first time, Katie said to me “All that time planning it is so incredible to finally see everything come to life!” Everything was perfect – even the blue skies and light breeze were on point. So many details went into this DIY wedding and those personal touches did not go unnoticed.
Eight years ago Derrek and Katie first started dating. Throughout college and learning who they wanted to be they grew together in their relationship and are looking forward to a new journey as husband and wife in June 2017. This new chapter will continue on the foundation of love and friendship that they’ve built and my hope for them is that they continue to adventure together and always cherish the years of love they have.
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Derrek and Katie tied the knot this summer at Coto Valley Country Club. Their ceremony took place on the grand lawn in front of a romantic iron gazebo. Coto Valley Country Club was originally opened in 1970 and recently renovated. It is surrounded by acres of natural woodlands, trails and trees in the heart of Coto de Caza in Orange County.
Katie wore rhinestone lined white Rainbow Sandals! My kind of girl! The bride and her sis-in-law hand planted all of the succulents, and put together all the centerpiece flowers decorating the reception. Talk about a DIY project!⠀
After their picture perfect wedding day, Derrek and Katie celebrated their honeymoon in beautiful Jamaica!
Derrek + Katie, I am so happy for you two. After talking with you for over a year about your wedding it was so amazing to see how everything came together. You two are so sweet together and balance each other well. Congratulations!! Wishing you all the love and happiness!!
Derrek and Katie had each of their guests take a Polaroid selfie and insert it in their guestbook. Great way to remember everyone that came!⠀
Be sure to make time for just the two of you at your wedding. It’s so easy to get caught up in the production of the day, it’s good to take a step back and remember that you are there to make a commitment of love to each other and enjoy the ignition of this new life together.
Meet the wedding team of vendors:
Venue // Coto Valley Country Club // @cotovalleycountryclub
Caterer // The Habit // @habitburgergrill
Florist // 800rosebig // @800rosebigcom
Hair + Makeup // Beauty & the Beach // @beautyandthebeach.oc
DJ // DJ IanB (Ian Brawner)
Videographer // FocalPoint (Clint Popineau) // @focalpoint_film
Cake // Susie Cakes // @susiecakesbakery
Wedding Dress // The Wedding Day // @theweddingdaybridal
Grooms Tux // Macy’s // @macys
Photographer // Wheeland Photography // @wheelandphoto
So happy to have the sun out! ☀️
Bride | @kaykays
Groom | @kevingocke
Venue | Casa Romantica @casaromanticaweddings
Coordinator | Michelle Searles @joy_n_company
Caterer | 24 Carrots Catering @24carrotscatering
Florist | Malorie @collectedwithlove
DJ | Keith Divel @keithdivel
Cake | Its All About Cake @itsallaboutcake
Hair + Makeup | Niki Marshall @beautyandthebeach.oc
Live Music | Dream Brother @dreambrothermusic
Officiant | Jeff Vance
Valet | Cedars Parking
Videographer | Carver Weddings @bravencarver
Photobooth | Orange Box @orangeboxphotobooth
Photographer | Janet Wheeland Photography @wheelandphoto ...
Nothing was going to stop Rebekah and Dallas from enjoying their wedding day! There was a light drizzle now and again but everything worked out. I’m so happy for them!! ...
I’m going on a wildflower scout on Wednesday to find the local flowers. Let me know if you have any tips. 🌼 ...
I feel like it’s already Spring! 🌼🌸 With all the rain we’ve been having everything looks so green and the flowers are already blooming! Who’s down for a wildflower photo session?! 🌸🌼🌺🌸🌼🌺🌸🌼🌺🌸🌼🌺🌸🌼
Bride | Megan @mmason__
Venue | La Ventura @laventuraeventcenter
Coordinator | Havilah @laventuraeventcenter
Cake | Sugar Blossom Bake Shop @sugarblossombakeshop
DJ | Epic 1 Entertainment @epic1dj
Florals | Collected With Love Mallory @collectedwithlove
Makeup | Sit Pretty With Kay @sitprettywithkay
Officiant | Jake (brides brother)
Photographer | Janet Wheeland Photography @wheelandphoto
Rentals | Signature @sigpartyrentals
Wedding Dress | Grace Loves Lace @grace_loves_lace ...
THIRD WHEEL coming this Summer! Trav and I are having a baby girl! We can’t wait to meet her! 💛💗💛💗💛
Photos by @devynleonephoto ...
Date night with my hubs. 🥰 We’ve been talking about going to Kauai for a “baby moon” so we got @hapajs and dreamed about Hawaii. 🌺🪸🍍 ...
Hidden behind Giracci Vineyards is a dreamy open field. If you’re having your wedding there, be sure to make time to sneak off for some romantic sunset photos. The staff is so sweet and will drive us over in a golf cart so dont worry about needing to hike anywhere in heels.
Also, keep in mind that the sun sets earlier than you think because it gets hidden behind the hills.
Bride | Aubrey @aubreezy113
Groom | Anthony @curatolaanthony
Venue | Giracci Vineyards @giraccivineyards
Coordinator | Joy n' Company @joy_n_company
Caterer | 24 Carrots Catering @24carrotscatering
Florist | Petite Bouquet @petitebouquet
DJ | Extreme DJ @extremedjservice
Cake | Plumeria Cake Studio @plumeriacakestudio
Hair + Makeup | Vanity Belle @vanitybelles
Officiant | Matt Walker (friend)
Photobooth | Photo Q Booth @photoqbooth
Photographer | Janet Wheeland Photography @wheelandphoto ...
Happy one year anniversary Kayla + Vincent!! 💗
Venue @casaromanticaweddings
Florist @thenatureofthings
Coordinator | Christina with Carbonara Catering
Caterer @carbonaracaterings
DJ | DJ Todd @epic1dj
Photographer @wheelandphoto
Hair @beautybybost
Makeup @beauty.by.chelsearoach
#thepriceisright22 ...
Sun came out just in time for Brooke and David’s Engagement Session. ☀️
Makeup by @designvisage
Wedding coordinator @joy_n_company ...