An Amazing Wedding Weekend With Two Unique Ceremonies In Palm Springs

Dala and Craig first met at a dance club in Hollywood, where Craig was showing around friends who had flown in for a wedding and Dala was celebrating a brand new job. After two years together, Craig proposed to his future bride in his hometown of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania in the beautiful outdoor gardens of Phipps Conservatory.

Palm Springs was the go-to spot for the couple's big day, its amazing architecture and desert vibe capturing exactly what Dala and Craig wanted in a location, and The Cree Estate's versatile outdoor spaces were just what the two were looking for.

The couple wanted to incorporate Dala's Lao heritage into the wedding, opting for two separate affairs: a traditional Laotian wedding on Friday and an American style wedding on Saturday. The duo spent one year planning their dream wedding weekend, taking the Friday ceremony mostly into their own hands and enlisting the expertise of Artisan Events for their American ceremony.

Dala stunned in an incredible Made With Love gown showcasing crochet lace and a sleek bodice for the American ceremony, the perfect gown for the desert vibe of Palm Springs. Classic waves and flawless natural makeup completed her bridal look. Craig opted for a Calvin Klein tuxedo and Steelers cufflinks gifted to him by his bride as a nod to his hometown.

The two tied the knot on Saturday on the outdoor lawn in front of 165 of their closest friends before providing their guests with a killer reception. Dala and Craig walked into the party to "We Found Love" by Rihanna and Calvin Harris, paying homage to how they first met. Guests were gifted hexagonal coasters personalized with their name which doubled as the cutest escort cards. At the end of the evening, many guests joined the groom and his groomsmen in the estate's massive swimming pool.

The bride's best piece of advice? Taking couple's photos before the ceremony, as it allowed them to join their guests sooner during the cocktail hour!

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