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Paul + Eliav | Mad Men in Napa | Cole Drake Events
This wedding was incredible…I don’t even know where to begin. From an amazing start of a board game invitation suite by Ceci New York to every single detail thoughtfully planned by Stephanie of Cole Drake Events. These two dapper men had the idea of Mad Men in Napa and all of the vendors took the fantastic idea and ran with it! Their guests were treated to a bruch with Tre Postri, Wine Blending at Franciscan, Cooking school at CIA, an over the top wedding at Calistoga Ranch and a champagne tour and brunch at Domaine Chandon. But the most memorable part of this weekend but not just the exceptional events that were planned but the love and respect that these two men had for each other and their friends & family. I was touched many times throughout the weekend by the sweetness, thoughtfulness and gentle humor that they shared. It was a gift to work with them!
Everyone worked tirelessly on this wedding to make these two gentleman’s dream come true! It was an awesome sight to see!
| PLANNER: | Cole Drake Events |
| Stephanie Cole | |
| VENUE & CATERING: | Calistoga Ranch |
| 500 Lommel Rd, Calistoga, CA | |
| PHOTOGRAPHY: | Briana Marie Photography |
| Briana Marie & Brian David Forgie | |
| CINEMA: | Aaron Lee Films |
| FLORAL: | Fleur de France |
| Jessica Switala | |
| WELCOME, WEDDING, | Wine Country Entertainment |
| BRUNCH MUSICIANS, | Angela Takeishi |
| AND SOUND PACKAGE | Synchronicity Strings Quartet, |
| ICE SCULPTURE | Clear Memories |
| HAIR & MAKE-UP | Bella Bridal |
| Jocelyn Locy | |
| RENTALS | Classic Party Rentals |
| Kristina Pahlow | |
| Bright Rentals | |
| Ana Stone | |
| Bickner Dance Floors | |
| Standard Party Rentals | |
| Jessica Sharp | |
| La Tavola | |
| Eileen Wagstaffe | |
| LIGHTING DESIGN | Twlight Design |
| Jeffry Mills | |
| FAMILY LUNCH | TrePosti Events & Catering |
| Kimmie Husted | |
| WINE BLENDING EVENT | Franciscan Estate |
| Michael Lea | |
| WELCOME DINNER | Culinary Institute of America |
| Samantha Chavez | |
| SPARKLING WINE BRUNCH | Domaine Chandon |
| Kristine K Events | |
| SPARKLING WINE BRUNCH | Elaine Bell Catering |
| CATERER | Debbe Dellinger |
| GUEST TRANSPORATION: | Napa Valley Tours & Transportation |
Molly + Graham | Vintage Estates | Cole Drake Events
I stood in awe of these two. Their love looked so easy. Their laughter so genuine. Their friends and family embraced them and we were all got to watch it shine! I love what I do. Molly & Graham- thank you for the inspiration!
Wedding Planner: Stephanie Cole, Cole Drake Events
Venue/Caterer: Tracee Alves, Vintage Estates
Florist: Jennifer Cole, Jennifer Cole Florals
Cake: Condra Easley, Patisserie Angelica
Photography: Briana Marie Photography
Videography: Peter’s Video
Entertainment: Angela Takeishi, Wine Country Entertainment; 707.287-0085;
Ceremony Music: Perfect Prime, WCE
Cocktail Music: Perfect Prime, WCE
Dinner Music: WCE Sound Tech
Dance Music: Entourage; WCE
Hair and Make-up: Bella Bridal, Alexandra
Officiant: Herminia (Mimi) Hernandez (friend)
Rentals: Ana Stone, Bright Event Rentals
Lighting: Vintage Estates
Rehearsal Dinner: Kimmie Husted, Tra Vigne
Transportation: Gina Rodriguez, Pure Luxury Transportation
Lynn + JP | Napa Valley Ranch Wedding
What happens when a super fun couple from two farm families find each other and fall in love? … an amazing ranch wedding with adorable country kids, a stage made of flat-bed trucks, fresh pies, vintage metal chairs, lots of cowboy boots and lights strung among an olive orchard. But more than anything I saw a lot of love and goodness shared! I loved being a part of this day!
Photographer: Briana Marie Photography
Coordinator: Marlee Rodrigue
Caterer: Lombardi’s | Petaluma
Band: Joe Sharino band
Dress: BHLDN
Florals: Groom’s mother, aunt, and their friends
Olivia + Murphy | Chalkhill Estate | Cole Drake Events
A gorgeous spring wedding with an amazing couple…couldn’t ask for anything better! A few times during the day I caught myself simply smiling, teary eyed…in awe of their love for each other! Stephanie Cole & Meredith Law of M. Design pulled together a beautiful spring palate with soft romantic tones to compliment the natural beauty of Chalk Hill Estate.
What a start to the wedding season! 
To create a seamless beautiful wedding like this you need an amazing team. I was so proud to a part of this one:
Planning / Coordination: Stephanie Cole | Cole Drake Events
Venue: Chalk Hill Estate
Florals / Design: Meredith Law | M Designs
Cake: Condra Easley | Patisserie Angelica
Make Up \ Hair: Deanna Reese | It’s a Date
Rentals / Linens: Encore Events | La Tavola Linens
Transportation: Pure Luxury
Music: Angela Takeishi | Wine Country Entertainment
Officiant: Pete Shaw
Caroline + Jon | Calistoga Ranch | Napa Valley Film Photography
This sweet couple enjoyed a gorgeous dinner along Lommel Lawn at Calistoga Ranch below a super moon. As Jon so eloquently said during his toast to his bride….the moon and stars came together for us to be together! With amazing florals by M Design this Napa Valley affair had a bit of a modern twist and an incredible intimate ceremony in the wine cave! Such love. Such joy! 
Kudos to the amazing team that designed, planned and executed this gorgeous day!
Venue: Calistoga Ranch
Planner: Stephanie Cole | Cole Drake Events
Florals: Meredith Law | M Design
Photographer: Briana Marie Photography
Cake: Leyla | Sift
Seamstress: Heidi Johnson | Sew Heidi
Makeup / Hair: Jocelyn Locy | Bella Bridal
Cigar Roller: Patricio Angulo | Oye Productions
Music: Wine Country Entertainment
Linens: La Tavola
Rentals: Classic
Hedging: Five Star Productions
Cigar Roller: Oye Productions
Nikki + Andrew | Solage Calistoga | Napa Valley Film Photographer
A classic Napa Valley beauty! True love, humor and the connection these two had was so lovely to capture on film. Oh…and that Napa Valley light…a photographer’s dream wedding!
Many thanks to this team for helping to create a gorgeous wedding for N + A !
Venue: Solage Calistoga
Planner: Echo | A Dream Wedding
Hair: DeeAnna | It’s a Date at the Powder Room
Officiant | Kimberly Thompson
Rental | Classic
Ceremony Music: Eloquence Strings Quartet
Band | Entorage Dance | Wine Country Entertainment
Photography | Briana Marie Photography
Video: Love Spun Films
Photobooth: Smile City Photo Booth
Florals: Poppystone Floral Design
Rachel + Wes | Calistoga Ranch Wedding Photography
Her amazing smile. His fantastic sense of humor. Together; their charisma and gorgeous style made for a perfect day!
Brittany Payton of A Savy Event pulled together a stellar group of professionals and made it all happen…seamlessly!
Photography: Briana Marie Photography
Venue: Calistoga Ranch
Florals: Susan Garden | Garden Party
Dress: Nardos Imam – Dallas
Shoes: Jimmy Choo
Invites/Calligraphy:
Cake: Model Bakery
Rentals: Bright
Linens: Susan | Garden Party
Chelsea + Jason | Calistoga | Napa Valley Wedding Photography
These two, that were friends first, gathered with their family and friends to celebrate the love that has grown! With great friends, a fabulous family and a venue like this…what’s not to love about this wedding?! 
Venue: Chateau Montelena
Coordination: George Blankensee
Photography: Briana & Brian Forgie | Briana Marie Photography
Cake: Patisserie Angelica
Florist / Design: Kate Stanley
Caterer: Jimtown Store
Music: Aaron Meyer | Time Bandits
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