Kali and Michael had a very specific reason for choosing the Carefree Resort and Conference Center for their April wedding: We wanted to introduce our guests to Arizona, so the Carefree Resort was the perfect choice. People were blown away by the mountain views, large cacti and old southwestern feel of the resort. Having everything in one place was also very convenient for everyone. 

As a fan of Arizona, I personally love to see people  embracing what Arizona has to offer- sunshine, mountains, lush desert landscape and a teeny tiny touch of the old days…

 

Kali isn’t a “high heels kind of girl” so she changed into these sneakers right after the ceremony

Kali’s shares this special details with us about her flowers: My uncle works with an orchid company and gave us the orchids for the floral arrangements. The flowers were actually grown in his personal greenhouse. I loved this personal, familial touch to the flowers.

  

   

 

 

  

  

 

 

Other than marrying the love of my life, the biggest highlight for me was having all of my family and friends in one place. Besides my parents, who live in Scottsdale, everyone traveled into Arizona from all over the east coast, midwest, northwest and even one from Japan. I remember looking out into the room at one point during the reception at everyone and just thinking ” wow this is so magical “.

  

 

One more thing I love about Arizona- the showstopper sunsets!

 Kali and Michael, thank you so much for sharing your day with us and CONGRATULATIONS!

Kali and Michael’s Real Wedding Team:

Ceremony Site: Carefree Resort and Conference Center

Recpetion Site: The Opera House at Carefree Resort and Conference Center

Photographer: Iris Creative Photography

Bridal Gown Store: Paloma Blanca

Bridesmaids Dresses: Bride and Bella

Florist: The Studio at Cactus Flower

Videographer: Ken Walker

Caterer: Carefree Resort and Conference Center

Cake: Fleur de Lis

Invitations: Wedding Paper Divas

Entertainment: Professional Mobile Entertainment

Make-up Artist: Q Cosmetics, Jacque Oldham

Hair Stylist: Karsen Walker

Officiant: Pastor Brian Erickson

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Weddings that are done well are deliciously dreamy. The design of the event fits the couple perfectly who in turn are so comfortable with their wedding day that they radiate. On a day like Amber and Warren’s day, wedding experts joined forces to create a seamless aesthetic and we are all left with inspiration to make things more beautiful, honor our traditions more creatively and bask in the love that surround newlyweds who are in love.

Amber was very into flowers and cherry blossoms were Amber’s inspiration for the weding but they were out of season but with The Flower Studio’s expertise, the end result was gorgeous!

Amber and Warren are cool and comfortable, oh and a bit glamorous too!  Amber wore an antique flower in her hair made by her  mother that was crafted with vintage flowers and was part of her Grandmother’s wedding dress. Stunning. 

The cones that held rose petals were made by Amber’s mother- so sweet!

Details abound!  Wedding coordinator Victoria Canada has a knack for making events special for each of her couples. The cake by Julia Baker Confections is still being discussed in wedding circles- it’s called “The Valentino” (Amber is Italian). Warren honored his Vietnamese heritage by handing out Lai See as favors, which are small red envelopes that  bring good luck, love, and good fortune.

Amber and Warren achieved the perfect balance of incorporating family traditions with modern touches. We adore the couple and the beautiful wedding they shared with us!

The team that made it all happen:

Coordinator: Victoria Canada Weddings and Events

Reception Site: Intercontinental Montelucia Resort and Spa

Florist: The Flower Studio

Photographer: Keith Pitts

Videography: Serendipity Videography

Cake: Julia Baker Confections

Invitations: Signatures Invitations and Gifts

Cerremony Musicians: String Serenade

Entertainment: The Walkens

Gown: Destiny’s Bride

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