Laughter and Lush Tropicals: Eclectic Wedding Day at The Valentine in Downtown Los Angeles

When Ethan Edenburg dropped down on one knee to propose at their favorite Italian restaurant, Aliya Kamalova thought he might be joking – they met working a comedy show after all. Thankfully the closest to a punchline they would get is saying “I do” amidst the tropical greenery at The Valentine in Downtown Los Angeles. Aliya was gifted custom silver Kazakh jewelry by her grandparents, a traditional nod that accessorized her simple off-the-shoulder gown to look effortlessly cool. The happy couple laughed through their vows at an altar of asymmetrical florals of robust reds, peaches, and pinks, before heading into their lively reception. Childhood photos peppered the tables along with bud vases featuring roses and dahlias, fostering a sentimental energy for the evening. Ethan and Aliya cheekily advise future couples planning weddings to, “Keep it moving! Long ceremonies are boring,” and their day was anything but.