Complimentary first session for new clients, this week only.

Claim yours
The Journal · Weddings · September 25, 2022 · 2 min read

A La Playa Hotel Carmel Wedding: Jen Brown

Jen's Carmel wedding brought refined black tie style, lush garden florals, emotional toasts, and intimate portraits to La Playa Hotel.

Jen standing in sunset light in the La Playa Hotel gardens

Jen Brown's wedding at La Playa Hotel Carmel paired refined black tie style with a lush garden ceremony and relaxed outdoor reception. White florals and greenery filled the courtyard while the hotel's interiors created a quieter setting for preparation and portraits.

The result felt elegant without losing the warmth of a close family celebration.

A Quiet Carmel Morning

Jen prepared in the hotel's window light before joining family for emotional final moments.

Jen preparing in a hotel room before the wedding
The groom waiting at the garden ceremony

A Garden Ceremony

The couple exchanged vows beneath an arch overflowing with white flowers and greenery.

Jen and her partner exchanging vows in the garden
The newlyweds walking through their guests

Portraits and Toasts

The garden remained the center of the celebration as the couple moved into portraits, dinner, and emotional toasts.

Jen and her partner embracing in the garden
The newlyweds walking through the hotel garden
Jen laughing during the reception
Jen in a dramatic evening portrait inside the hotel

Planning a Carmel Wedding?

Explore destination wedding photography, see collections and pricing, or contact us to begin planning.

Reading is planning. The next step is a conversation.