Leyla and Mathew love the natural mood of redwood forests, so for their wedding, they brought their guests out to the middle of a forest for two elegant ceremonies and a romantic tented reception. The bride is Persian-American, so the couple decided on having a traditional Persian ceremony to honor her roots following their western ceremony. Photographer Bethany Carlson captured every gorgeous detail of Leyla and Mathew’s estate wedding, including the fresh and greenery-inspired décor the couple chose to complement their outdoor venue’s organic vibes. A huge storm on the radar threatened the couple’s outdoors-only wedding, so their planner Coastside Couture worked around the clock with their talented team of vendors to ensure that the entire space was tented in preparation for the rain – the results were gorgeous, and the guests stayed perfectly dry! The Couple:
Leyla and Mathew
The Wedding:
Private Estate, San Gregorio, California

From the planner: The Island Farm is an enchanted private estate nestled in the middle of a redwood forest off the coast of Central California. This venue impresses with its towering redwood groves, rustic log cabins, and a tranquil pond.

From the planner: The bride came from a Persian-American background and wanted to incorporate both of these cultures into her wedding day. Leyla and Mathew wanted a traditional American ceremony that their dear friend officiated, as well as a Persian ceremony with a sofre...