This summer afternoon wedding nestled in the foothills of Montecito evoked European elegance with a relaxed, at-home charm—where friends and family were at the center of the celebration.

The bride and groom exchanged vows under an arch that was built by friends and given to the couple as a wedding gift. Their wedding date was designed into the metal scrollwork, a piece of art they will cherish forever in their own garden. The bridal party donned gorgeous, custom designed gowns, courtesy of the bride's brilliantly talented fashion designer friend. Guests sipped fresh watermelon cocktails and elderflower juice as a collection of tiny wooden boats floated by in the pool of the bride's family home. The celebration continued late into the night as guests danced under the stars to the sweet sound of the couple's friends' band.

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