The Best of You

Cue the confetti! It’s time to celebrate the best wedding professionals in California. This extensive list is an essential resource for planning your big day, from finding the perfect venue to hiring your dream photographer. Industry pros and newlyweds determine the finalists through a monthlong voting process, culminating in the unveiling of the winners at our annual gala event and in this issue (cue the applause).

We threw it back to the ’90s for our fashion editorial, channeling our inner supermodel with chic wedding gowns. Gourmands will appreciate our “Better Together” feature, inspired by beloved food pairings—such as bread and butter—that bring the bounty to the table as the ingredients become part of the tabletop design.

Florals are in bloom throughout the issue, from the “Secret Garden” story to the desert dream “Opulent Oasis.” Plus, we’ve gathered inspiration on the year’s chicest color palette, the best beauty products, and fresh ideas for bachelorette parties. Don’t miss our Real Weddings section, filled with authentic love stories and stunning inspiration for your own wedding.

And with that, I raise a champagne coupe to your big day. May you dream a little dream ... into reality. 

Lara Burnap

Editorial Director, California Wedding Day