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An Outdoor Wedding in Pala, CA

  • Photos: Leigh Miller Photography, San Diego, CA | Day-of Coordination: Katrina Hetrick/The Cheshire Kat Design Studio, Los Angeles, CA | Location: The Condor's Nest Ranch
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Katie & Preston in Pala, CA
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see more: san diego, casual, outdoor/garden, spring
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For a just-picked look, Katie held a mix of thistle and wildflowers in earthy tones.
For a just-picked look, Katie held a mix of thistle and wildflowers in earthy tones.
see more: bridal bouquets, rustic, thistle
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Bright-red anemones added a pop of color to the bridesmaids’ thistle and wildflower bouquets.
Bright-red anemones added a pop of color to the bridesmaids’ thistle and wildflower bouquets.
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Preston and his groomsmen wore boutonnieres of thistle and wildflowers.
Preston and his groomsmen wore boutonnieres of thistle and wildflowers.
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Katie knew she wanted to wear blue shoes, so when she found a pair made by designer Kate Preston (get it? Katie and Preston), that sealed the deal.
Katie knew she wanted to wear blue shoes, so when she found a pair made by designer Kate Preston (get it? Katie and Preston), that sealed the deal.
see more: accessories, shoes
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The invitations looked like playbills with tear-off RSVP stubs. Preston’s mom typed everyone’s names onto the envelopes, and Katie had a stamping and stuffing party to get the job done.
The invitations looked like playbills with tear-off RSVP stubs. Preston’s mom typed everyone’s names onto the envelopes, and Katie had a stamping and stuffing party to get the job done.
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For optimal natural lighting, the ceremony took place about an hour and a half before sunset. The couple stood beneath an oak tree, with a gorgeous view of the valley behind the ranch.
For optimal natural lighting, the ceremony took place about an hour and a half before sunset. The couple stood beneath an oak tree, with a gorgeous view of the valley behind the ranch.
see more: ceremony, outdoor/garden
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Preston and his dad made more than 20 benches for the ceremony seating, and the couple rented hay bales as well. They topped them all off with quilts.
Preston and his dad made more than 20 benches for the ceremony seating, and the couple rented hay bales as well. They topped them all off with quilts.
see more: ceremony decor, outdoor/garden, rustic
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Katie, Preston and their guests had The Condor’s Nest Ranch to themselves for the entire weekend -- including the barn and pool.
Katie, Preston and their guests had The Condor’s Nest Ranch to themselves for the entire weekend -- including the barn and pool.
see more: reception, outdoor/garden
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To keep the natural look going, the flowers were set into varying vessels—like pieces of driftwood.
To keep the natural look going, the flowers were set into varying vessels—like pieces of driftwood.
see more: centerpieces, blue, rustic
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To make the reception feel more intimate, the couple opted for mismatched plates and napkins, and drinks served in Mason jars.
To make the reception feel more intimate, the couple opted for mismatched plates and napkins, and drinks served in Mason jars.
see more: reception decor, vintage, place settings
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In addition to a traditional guest book, the couple set up a photo booth with a few props. Preston made three chalkboard talk bubbles so guests could write messages.
In addition to a traditional guest book, the couple set up a photo booth with a few props. Preston made three chalkboard talk bubbles so guests could write messages.
see more: favors, guest book
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The couple thanked guests for coming with this hand-painted wood sign.
The couple thanked guests for coming with this hand-painted wood sign.
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Katie & Preston in Pala, CA

The Bride Katie Hatfield, 26, a photographer The Groom Preston Vowels, 25, a special education teacher’s aide The Date April 10 Katie and Preston wanted their ranch wedding to feel like home—a look they achieved with loose flower arrangements and mismatched plates, centerpieces and napkins.
- Jaimie Dalessio
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