Hey friend! As you plan your wedding weekend, I wanted to share an idea that makes a big impact:



Consider hosting a WELCOME PARTY instead of a day-after brunch. From my experience, a welcome party lets you truly enjoy quality time with your guests, and here’s why it can be even better than a post-wedding brunch:🌟


  1. ✨ Connect When You’re Fresh and Excited: After the wedding, you might be feeling a little tired or even groggy! It’s common for brunch to feel a bit rushed with guests focused on flights and schedules. A welcome party lets you be fully present and spend meaningful time with loved ones—without the day-after (let’s be real, hungover) fog!
  2. 🤗 Catch Up Before the Busy Wedding Day: At your wedding, there’s so much happening that it’s hard to connect with every guest. There were guests at our own wedding we didn’t even get a chance to greet, and I’m so glad we had our welcome party the day before to spend real time together.
  3. 🤝 Break the Ice Before the Big Day: A welcome party gives your guests a chance to mingle and get comfortable before the wedding. 💖 I loved being able to introduce friends and family who might be at the same table, making things feel even more relaxed on the wedding day.


Now, let's take a look at Gloria & Austin's gorgeous welcome party at the Omni La Costa resort!


Pre-Party Portraits:


Before the party started I was able to capture the couple in the most gorgeous part at the venue!

The Details:


They put so much thought into the little details of the welcome party and it all came out so beautifully!

The Party:


They had speeches and the best time celebrating with their friends and family the night before their wedding!

Hosting a welcome party is such a meaningful way to kick off your wedding weekend! It sets the tone for all the celebrations to come, gives you extra time with your guests, and makes your wedding day feel even more relaxed and connected. Whether it’s an intimate gathering or a lively soirée, a welcome party is a special touch that your guests will absolutely love.

If you're considering adding one to your wedding weekend, I’d love to capture those moments for you! Let’s chat about how we can document every beautiful detail—from the welcome party to the big day itself. 💛


And a big thanks to Gloria & Austin for letting me celebrate their pre-wedding festivities with them.