Heather and Matt { wedded bliss }

El Portal was the perfect retreat for Heather and Matt's intimate destination wedding.

Heather and Matt are super sweet, in love, gracious and have fabulous taste! We were so happy to be a part of your day and start our friendship together! Thank you so very much for having us be a part of your amazing wedding day!

Here is a list of the vendors that helped make the day extra special...

Venue - El Portal
Floral and Decor - Events by Showstoppers
Cake Artist - Sedona Cake Couture
Makeup Artist - Liz Margin
Wedding Dress - J.Crew
Live Music Trio - Artists in Rhythm

Be sure to view their wedding day love story in the slideshow (opens in a new window) or click on the image below to start their slideshow on this page... you would not want to miss all the laughs, moments and fun. :) Enjoy!





Heather's dress from J.Crew



The decor by Jim and Ken was just stunning... instead of just a center piece the inner side of the table was lined with a more free flow of gorgeous flowers. In pure Showstopper style, Jim used something unexpected ... mushrooms and birds nests with eggs and manzanita branches creating a truly whimsical and showstopping decor.



Love the long connected tables ... it makes it so much more intimate.



The schedule was tight, so while Katrina was covering the girls prep Andrew was able to get some shots of Matt getting ready.



It's very chic right now to have the brides shoes match the color of the grooms tie... they did it in pink.







The gorgeous rose petal carpet that led Heather and her dad to an anxious and happy Matt.



We love to catch moments on the faces of parents and loved ones... Heather's dad with a look of pure joy as he hands his daughter off to Matt one moment and then the next moment in tears.



Everyone always wants the kids to behave but we think it's so cute when they just are themselves and walk around during the ceremony... we caught this cute shot in the middle of the ceremony.



Just married!!



Rose petal fun!



The beautiful newlyweds!!





Matt is a cyclist so Heather got him these super cute cufflinks.





There are many fabulous things about El Portal... two of which are the picture perfect property and spectacular food.



Andrea's sugar flower peonies are intricate and beautiful. Look at this stunning cake and cake table!



Because everyone was staying at El Portal... after dinner the guests were able to change into comfy clothes and enjoy stories next to the bonfire. I can't think of a better way to end a wedding day than to relax with a wine, family and friends late into the night.



We're so happy for you both! Heather and Matt, thank you for being so sweet and fun to work with!

~xoxo~
katrina+andrew

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