[Wedding] Winny & Conan – Ritz Carlton in San Francisco, CA

Ah, the City by the Bay. From the rolling hills of its surrounding countryside to the rolling hills of the inner city, there’s just so much to love about San Francisco; with all the great food, people, places and things that it offers in abundance to all its denizens.  Every trip is a new adventure for a life-long East-Coaster like me. Despite having spent a number of years in Canada, Winny and Conan both currently call San Francisco their home. They met us over a year ago, and reached out to us when it was time to plan their gorgeous San Francisco wedding. The evening of festivities would be hosted at the venerable Ritz Carlton in downtown San Francisco. Their morning began in a quiet bridal suite upstairs.

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Venue: Ritz Carlton San Francisco // Catering: Ritz Carlton San Francisco // Hair: Li Ann from Alist Make-up // Make-up: Li Ann from Alist Make-up // Dress: Wish by Paraezo // Alterations: Fichu // Bridesmaid Attire: David’s Bridal // Shoes: Ferragamo // Groom’s attire: Men’s Warehouse // Floral/Décor: Pedals Flowers // Entertainment: Atha Fong & DJ Circle Entertainment // Stationery: Joanne Wong, H&H Printing // Favors: Bluebottle Coffee // Cinematography: OTALKO // Planner/Coordinator: Cierra from Dreams on a Dime // Photo booth: DJ Circle Entertainment

 

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