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Highlands Inn – Carmel |Intimate Mini Wedding|Melissa and Howard

July 25, 2020

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Back in early June, Melissa reached out to Brian and I with Weddings in Monterey to see if we could assist with officiating and wedding photography. The two of them were going to meld their two families together – they both had children on both sides.

We were thrilled when they found us and what a day we had with them! We started with the ceremony at the gorgeous Hyatt Highlands Inn, which overlooks the Pacific Ocean on a cliff. At their first kiss.. you’ll always hear the “POP” of the champagne cork compliments of the fabulous staff at the hotel. Jessica was spot on as always and served them champagne immediately (Voss for the kids) and a few passed apps.

After the had a moment to revel in it all, we started with their pictures at the arch (flowers done by the amazing Fiona Floral) and then off to Garrapata Big Sur for some memorable moments.

Wishing M and H all the best with their new marriage and family!

Vendor Team

Venue – Highlands Inn – @highlandsinn

Secondary Location – Garrapata in Big Sur

Photographer – Heidi Borgia – @heidiborgiaphotography

Officiant – Brian Borgia – @montereyweddingofficiant

Floral – Lorettas Floral Truck – @lalorettasfloraltruck

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