Carmel By The Sea Wedding Elopement

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🌊 A Dreamy Carmel by the Sea Wedding | Margaret & Jake 💍

Margaret and Jake’s Carmel by the Sea wedding was the perfect blend of romance, adventure, and intentional moments. From charming coastal streets to dramatic ocean cliffs, their elopement day was thoughtfully designed to reflect who they are and what they value most—quality time, meaningful experiences, and stunning California scenery ✨

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💄 Getting Ready for Their Carmel by the Sea Wedding

The day began at their cozy vacation rental in Carmel-by-the-Sea, where the morning was calm and filled with anticipation. Margaret enjoyed professional hair and makeup while soaking in the quiet excitement of the day 💕 Once dressed, the couple shared a heartfelt first look in the courtyard—an intimate moment that set the tone for their entire Carmel by the Sea wedding.

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🏘️ Exploring Downtown Carmel

After their first look, we headed into downtown Carmel to capture relaxed, joyful moments strolling along the iconic sidewalks. One fun highlight was stopping by Carmel City Hall, where Margaret picked up her symbolic “high-heels permit” 👠—a playful tradition tied to the town’s unique history and charm.

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🐾 Carmel Beach Portraits with Ocean Views

No Carmel by the Sea wedding is complete without a visit to the beach 🌊 We made our way to Carmel Beach, where dogs are welcome and the crashing waves created a stunning natural backdrop. These moments felt effortless, romantic, and timeless—exactly what Margaret and Jake envisioned for their elopement.

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🌲 Vows, Redwoods, and Cliffsides

Later in the day, we explored nearby redwoods and dramatic cliffsides, where Margaret and Jake exchanged personal vows overlooking the Pacific Ocean 💞 I officially pronounced them married in one of the most breathtaking settings imaginable. The evening continued with portraits at Bixby Bridge and concluded with magical starry night photos ✨

Their Carmel by the Sea wedding was truly unforgettable—proof that elopements can be just as meaningful, emotional, and epic as any traditional wedding.

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