Weddings/Events

A Private Beach Wedding Ceremony

When A Beach Wedding Becomes An Epic Beach Party

Groom in bold print shirt and tan suit with groom in bold print shirt and blue suit stands with dog in floral collar for private beach wedding

As the summer season comes to a close, I wanted to share this amazing private beach wedding for my clients, Laurance + Jordan. Because nothing says summer wedding season like getting married on the beach! For Laurance + Jordan’s big day, they used a family friend’s beach house with access to a private beach. Their ceremony was small + intimate, inviting only their immediate family members. We set up 10 chairs directly on the beach and created an aisle for Laurance + Jordan to walk down with their moms (and adorable dog, Stevie). They exchanged vows on the sand with the sound of waves crashing in the background and some birds overhead. Talk about romantic!  

After the ceremony, the remaining guests joined in for a cocktail hour/reception. Drinks, a taco truck, music, hula hoops, wigs, and a drag performance…the party was on! Everyone danced the night away celebrating! I really love how we were able to create a stress-free ceremony and an epic party that still felt personable to Laurance + Jordan. It just proves that you don’t have to follow “traditional” wedding timelines and you can have a wedding that is truly a reflection of what’s important to you + your partner! 

Finding Your Ideal Wedding Venue

It never ceases to amaze me how many different landscapes and backdrops we have here in SoCal. From mountain weddings, to a vineyardskyscraperdesertgreenhouseocean views, etc. We really are spoiled here and have it all! If you’re feeling overwhelmed with all the choices available to host your wedding, never fear. I can guide you and your partner to finding the right place to have an epic wedding party! Including a list of questions to ask your wedding venue while hunting for the perfect spot. Contact me on my homepage here to set up a FREE consultation call!

Vendors:

Planner/Designer: Feathered Arrow Studio

Venue: Private Beach House 

Photographer: Bones Then Skin

Catering: The Lime Truck + For Love and Graze

Bar & Beverage: The Whaling Club

Staffing: Rollin Hero Waitstaff

Desserts: Levain Bakery

Florist: Poppyhill Flowers

Music: DJ Keelez and Associates, DJ Niki Duran

Photobooth: The Bosco

Special Drag Performance By: Foxie Adjuia

Rentals: La Pinata Party Rentals + MTB Rentals

Dumpster Rentals: Bins N Bins

Transportation: Riz Transportation

Rehearsal: Nostalgia Bar

LATTE OBSESSED, OVERACHIEVER, Outdoor Lover, Sucker for Live Music, Donut fanatic, Life Long Grey's Anatomy Fan, DOG MOM + now mom to my girl Rye. 

Hi, I'm Kari.
Wedding Planner, Podcaster, & Creative Entrepreneur.

The founder and lead planner behind Feathered Arrow Studio. Over the past 11 years, I’ve designed and executed more than 175 weddings throughout Southern California, helping couples create celebrations that feel deeply personal and beautiful.

My approach blends thoughtful design with genuine hospitality. I care deeply about how a wedding feels not just how it looks. I want every detail to be intentional and every guest to feel taken care of. Together we take your inspiration, your story, and your priorities and turn them into a celebration that feels effortless, welcoming, and unmistakably yours.

Not every couple needs full-service planning, which is why I also offer wedding consults and planning guides for those navigating the process on their own. I’m also the co-host of Just Another Biz Podcast, where we have honest conversations about the wedding industry with fellow creatives behind the scenes.

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