After the most unpredictable year ever, more couples are purposefully choosing alternative venues that allow flexibility and freedom to make choices that feel more intimate and personal. For Diana and Michael, choosing their family’s picturesque San Diego property for their colorful and lavish backyard wedding couldn’t have been more perfect. 
The couple took full advantage of the beautiful setting by having the ceremony and reception in the same space. To keep the transition seamless, they tapped wedding planner Mario Alberto for help. The stunning ceremony decor included a beautiful arch filled to the brim with a mix of bright colorful blooms and lush foliage, a petal-covered aisle, and hanging white papel picado banners. The romantic ceremony space was then transformed into a festive reception and all-out dance party complete with a mariachi band, LED foam sticks, fountain fireworks, and tequila shots. If you’re dreaming of a lavish backyard wedding of your own, keep scrolling to see the photos captured by Junebug member Ash Gabes for great and fun ideas for your big day! 
The Couple:
Diana and Michael
The Wedding:
San Diego, California

Wedding Advice From The Newlyweds
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