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The Journal · Weddings · May 27, 2019 · 2 min read

A Serendipity Gardens Wedding: Dominique and Marc

Dominique and Marc's Serendipity Gardens wedding featured mountain views, garden portraits, a horse-drawn carriage, soft lavender florals, and a sparkler exit.

Dominique and Marc beneath a dramatic night sky at Serendipity Gardens

Dominique Montalvo and Marc Jafari celebrated at Serendipity Gardens with mountain views, layered greenery, and soft lavender flowers. Marc's white dinner jacket and Dominique's detailed gown gave the portraits a formal look within the natural setting.

A horse-drawn carriage, garden paths, and a sparkler exit made the day especially cinematic.

Lavender Wedding Details

Dominique's bouquet mixed lavender, blush, and cream flowers with greenery, while the invitation suite and bridal accessories kept the preparation story cohesive. Her open-back gown and long veil added movement once the portraits began.

Soft indoor light preserved the texture of the lace without losing the quiet mood of preparation.

Dominique's wedding invitation, shoes, and rings arranged together
Dominique getting ready in her lace wedding gown

An Outdoor Ceremony With Mountain Views

The ceremony took place on the lawn with the surrounding hills visible beyond the guests. Dominique arrived by horse-drawn carriage, creating a memorable entrance that fit the garden setting.

A mix of wide ceremony photographs and closer emotional frames preserved both the landscape and the vows.

Dominique and Marc at their outdoor garden wedding ceremony
Dominique and Marc riding in a white horse-drawn carriage

Garden Portraits and an Evening Celebration

Rose-covered paths, stone walls, and mature trees gave Dominique and Marc a varied portrait route around the property. The landscape provided visual depth while the couple's light attire remained the focus.

After dinner and cake, a sparkler exit closed the gallery with the same sense of movement that began with the carriage arrival.

Dominique and Marc embracing on a rose-covered garden path
Dominique and Marc sharing a portrait beside a stone bridge
Dominique and Marc cutting their floral wedding cake
Dominique and Marc leaving through a sparkler exit

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