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A Wedding to Remember: Marissa and Nick's Elegant Vintage Celebration at Hummingbird Nest Ranch
If you're searching for the perfect blend of elegance and vintage charm for your wedding, look no further than Marissa and Nick's unforgettable celebration at the stunning Hummingbird Nest Ranch. Nestled in the picturesque hills of Simi Valley, this enchanting venue provided the ideal backdrop for their special day. With the expert planning, design, and coordination by Jamison + Tania Events, every detail was impeccably curated to create a day that Marissa, Nick, and their guests will cherish forever.
If you're searching for the perfect blend of elegance and vintage charm for your wedding, look no further than Marissa and Nick's unforgettable celebration at the stunning Hummingbird Nest Ranch. Nestled in the picturesque hills of Simi Valley, this enchanting venue provided the ideal backdrop for their special day. With the expert planning, design, and coordination by Jamison + Tania Events, every detail was impeccably curated to create a day that Marissa, Nick, and their guests will cherish forever.
The Venue: Hummingbird Nest Ranch
Hummingbird Nest Ranch (@hummingbirdnestevents) is a dream wedding venue, renowned for its breathtaking landscapes, sprawling grounds, and Spanish-style architecture. The ranch's serene ambiance, combined with its luxurious amenities, made it the perfect location for Marissa and Nick's wedding. The venue's natural beauty and timeless elegance set the stage for a day filled with love, laughter, and stunning moments.
Planning and Coordination
Jamison + Tania Events (@jamisonandtaniaevents) took Marissa and Nick's vision and turned it into reality. Their expertise in wedding planning and coordination ensured that every aspect of the day ran smoothly. From the initial concept to the final send-off, Jamison + Tania Events handled every detail with precision and care, allowing the couple to fully enjoy their celebration.
Capturing the Moments
The magical moments of Marissa and Nick's wedding were beautifully captured by Lauren Newman Photography (@laurenlnewman) and Jeremy Foster Films (@jeremyfosterfilms). Every smile, tear, and dance was documented, creating a visual story that the couple will treasure for a lifetime.
Music and Entertainment
Entertainment played a pivotal role in creating an unforgettable atmosphere. Bouquet Sound (@bouquetsound) and Tyler Varnell Music LLC (@tylervarnell) provided a seamless blend of DJ and live music, ensuring that the dance floor was always packed and the energy remained high throughout the night.
Elegant and Vintage Décor
The décor was a stunning mix of elegant touches and vintage vibes, perfectly executed by Kate Flowers LA (@kateflowersla), A Rental Connection (@arentalconnection), MTB Rentals (@mtb_event_rentals), and Jamison + Tania Events. From the exquisite floral arrangements to the carefully chosen rentals, every element contributed to the overall aesthetic of the day.
Fun and Unique Details
Marissa and Nick's wedding featured several unique elements that added a personal touch. Guests enjoyed the fun and interactive Hollywood Photo Booth (@hollywood_photobooth) and left heartfelt messages using FeteFone (@fetefone) as the guestbook. The invitations and personalized décor by The 84th Hour (@the84thhour) added a special touch that reflected the couple's style and personality.
Culinary Delights
The culinary experience was a highlight of the celebration, with Command Performance Catering (@commandperformancecatering) providing a delectable feast. Guests also enjoyed a special oyster bar by Hemingway's Mobile Oyster Bars (@hemingways_mobile_oyster_bars) and late-night bites from Slice House (@slicehouse_socal). The beautiful wedding cake by Susie Cakes (@susiecakesbakery) was a sweet finale to a perfect meal.
Beauty and Attire
Marissa looked stunning in her bridal gown from Ever After Bridal (@e.a.bridal), with flawless hair by Love Laura Rocha (@lovelaurarocha) and makeup by 805 Makeup - Lacey Maxwell (@805makeup). Nick and his groomsmen were dapper in their attire from The Black Tux (@theblacktux), adding a touch of sophistication to the vintage-themed wedding.
Guest Accommodations and Transportation
For the convenience of their guests, accommodations were arranged at Courtyard Simi Valley (@courtyardsimivalley) and Residence Inn Westlake Village (@residenceinnwestlakevillage). SoCal Valet (#socalvalet) and Sandman Security (#sandmansecurity) ensured smooth transportation and safety throughout the event.
A Day to Remember
Marissa and Nick's wedding at Hummingbird Nest Ranch was a beautiful blend of elegance, vintage charm, and personal touches. Thanks to the meticulous planning and coordination by Jamison + Tania Events, the couple's dream wedding came to life in the most spectacular way. From the stunning venue to the exquisite details, every moment was crafted to perfection, creating a day that will be remembered by all who attended.
If you're dreaming of an elegant wedding with vintage flair, Hummingbird Nest Ranch and Jamison + Tania Events are the perfect combination to bring your vision to life. Contact Jamison + Tania Events today to start planning your own unforgettable celebration.
Teresa & Joseph - Winter Wedding at Los Robles Greens
After a full week of rain prior to Teresa and Joseph’s big day, their December wedding was beautiful with stunning daytime weather. Although it got chilly at night, Los Robles Greens offers a tent of their entire lawn space to their December couples! Primrose and Petals did an amazing job utilizing flowers with the Winter colors. They were stunning pops of green and red, but also a subtle mix of other Winter colors, as you can see in the photos above.
After a full week of rain prior to Teresa and Joseph’s big day, their December wedding was beautiful with stunning daytime weather. Although it got chilly at night, Los Robles Greens offers a tent of their entire lawn space to their December couples! Primrose and Petals did an amazing job utilizing flowers with the Winter colors. They were stunning pops of green and red, but also a subtle mix of other Winter colors, as you can see in the photos above.
Jamison Events truly had such an incredible opportunity to work with some of the best vendors, including the amazing Christine Skari (who I totally didn’t fangirl over *wink wink*) and Jana and Co Hair & Makeup. Everyone was even able to enjoy yummy Churros by Sunset Churros. I often crave their vanilla ice cream and cinnamon churros combo! And Bouquet Sound ensured they danced the night away.
Erika + Manny: A Radiant Wedding at Spanish Hills Club
This is a night Erika & Manny will surely remember! Scroll through their wedding gallery to be inspired.
We loved the romantic, tearful video shot by Light Up Videos, and the captivating photos by Taylor Ashley Photography. The venue of course is fantastic; with their various photo locations & views, friendly staff, and accommodations that make choosing you venue here, easy. An incredible DJ (Bouquet Sound), who we know as Dominiq —who is not only great at mixing your ideal wedding playlist, but is also an charismatic MC. The florist company (Camarillo Flower Shop) is not only a local, friendly vendor but their flowers are delightful, especially when lit up by marquee lights by Alpha Lit Los Angeles. And we love the makeup by Beauty by Alicia Leming AND the local bridal boutique, Bella Bridal Couture, where our brides always find their perfect wedding gown.
Find these awesome vendors BELOW:
Venue @spanishhillsspecialevents
Planner @jamisonevents
Planning Associate @coordinationbycasnova
Photographer @taylerashleyphotography
Videography @lightupvideos
DJ @bouquetsound
Hair and Makeup @beautybyalicialeming
Florist @camarilloflowershop
Cake @camarillocupcake
Marquee @alphalitlosangeles
Dress @bellabridalcouture
Brie + Stephen: A Telltale, Chic Wedding in the Garden
Enjoy this real, multi-colored wedding inspiration of Brie + Stephen! If you like any of the ideas, pin anything to your very own Pinterest board!
the super awesome vendors:
Photography @bairlymedia
Venue @eventslrg
Videography @vue_visuals
DJ @vdk.djs
"Rooted in Love" an American/Sri Lanken Fusion Wedding - Kasuni & Mike
When a couple comes to us, looking to celebrate their multicultural roots — we are always so excited to design & honor them in a way that makes their wedding day feel authentic and custom. When we met Kasuni and Mike, we committed to creating a vision for their wedding that met every Sri Laken & American tradition they desired (which you’ll find out along the story!)
A creative way that we infused the Sri Laken & American cultures was by weaving TWO separate ceremonies into the couple’s timeline. Rather than fuse both together or take away any significance from the 1 type of ceremony — having two ceremonies ended up being so wonderful for not only the couple, but their guests too!
Ceremony 1: Sri Lanken
The couple were first dressed in Sri Laken style attire that has the bride in all gold that flowed down the aisle and the groom in gold with burgundy pants and a sash. For this processional, the Bride and her family were escorted down the aisle by a traditional Sri Lanken drum line. Swipe through the gallery to see these incredible moments, captured by Anokiart Photography (one of Jamison’s favorite photographers).
In order to execute a easygoing flow between the ceremonies, we initiated a break between the two ceremonies and served Lavender Tea to the guests while the couple changed into Western wedding attire.
Ceremony 2: Western-American
The bride changed into a form-fitting satin gown with lace covering the bodice, hips, and train. And the groom changed into a deep blue suit with a pale pink tie. And the processional consisted of bridesmaids in teal blue, and groomsmen in the same dark blue suit as the groom.
The Reception
After both ceremonies ended, the couple took family & bridal party photos while guests enjoyed a brief cocktail hour before gathering in the Spanish Hills ballroom for reception. A grand entrance took place with the bridal party (still wearing the Western attire) including a fun Sri-Laken inspired dance to entertain the guests. Kasuni and Mike then enjoyed a romantic first dance, followed by dinner, and speeches.
As the dance floor opened, the guests enjoyed dancing and an adorable mini donut bar by Lil Sweet Somethings while the bride & groom cut their cake. And the rest of the night was fun and blissfully romantic. Congratulations to Kasuni & Mike!!
Overall, we got to work with amazing vendors including Alona, from Anokiart Photography (one of Jamison’s favorites):
Venue @spanishhillsspecialevents
Planner @jamisonevents
Planning Associate @coordinationbycasnova
Photographer @anokiart_photography
DJ @bouquetsound
Hair and Makeup @luonglastingteam
Florist @primroseandpetals
Thath Jith Dance @thathjith
Videography @sohi.productions
Cake @sugarlabbakeshop
Donuts @lilsweetsomethings
Cappuccino @cappexpress
Indoor vs Outdoor Weddings: Let’s Hear the PROS & CONS!
So, you’re trying to decide if you want to have an indoor or outdoor wedding or maybe you haven’t considered ALL the factors yet. How do you choose? This is actually one of the biggest decisions you have to make when deciding on a wedding venue.
For continued support on finding your wedding venue, here is Top 10 Things to Consider BEFORE booking your Wedding Venue.
Whether you see yourselves getting married in a lush backyard garden or exquisite ballroom, when it comes down to making hard decision like this…it’s time to pull out a good, old fashioned PROS + CONS list!
Indoor
Pro: Weather worries, no problem!
No matter what season your wedding is, indoor weddings will put your mind at ease about undesirable weather. From a little light breeze to a rainy forecast, indoor venues ensure your festivities will go on and your guests will be comfortable.
Con: Extra Costs
Indoor weddings tend to have a higher price tag than other outdoor locations. This is because there is more space to fill with décor and additional luxuries such as bridal & groom suites, restrooms, and lounge areas — these accommodable features will cost you some extra cash.
Pro: Design Opportunities
Your event design options are seemingly endless as long as you follow your venue's regulations. Indoor venues have lots of blank walls and ceilings tp create the perfect backdrops with cute decorations, and you’ll find some some already furnished! And you definitely don't need to worry about the wind knocking over your centerpieces or blowing our your reception candles.
Con: Photo/Video Lighting
If you choose an indoor wedding venue, then make sure your photographer AND videographer know how to capture an indoor event. Indoor photos generally aren’t bright & airy, like outdoor venues unless your venue has indoor + outdoor selections, so ensure your photographer/videographer has some specialty shooting indoors.
Pro: Intimate & Cozy
Indoor weddings gather all of your guests into one room for a more enclosed, cozy feel. There will be much less external distractions such as overhead airplanes, car horns, etc. to interrupt your ceremony & toasts.
Now that you’ve read our PROS & CONS list for indoor venues, for our more adventurous couples — take a look at the outdoor venue list!
Outdoor
Pro: Gorgeous views & scenery.
You want that bright & airy, open space look for your wedding? Choose an outdoor venue where there’s plenty of natural lighting for photos, cost effective natural beauty, and a pretty backdrop for all your events.
Con: Unpredictable Nature
Remember, an outdoor wedding has beautiful sights, but you can’t control nature. Bugs will inevitably crash your outdoor wedding and although you can’t fully prepare for undesirable weather or nature conditions, you can make preparations in advance! This includes purchasing a tent, heaters, using heavier materials (less paper), LED candles, and any backups you can think of.
Pro: No Space Constraints
More space can prove to be very family friendly to couples who want to invite a larger number of guests. You also have more space to design creatively and create an epic event.
Con: Rental Costs
Generally, outdoor wedding venues come as a clean slate. Yes, there is plenty of natural beauty, but because you want to PREPARE and protect against the natural elements, this can set you back thousands of dollars (tents generally being the costly item). And depending on your venue, you may need to spend extra cash on items such as portable restrooms, a dance floor, tables, chairs, and lighting.
Pro: Family Friendly Atmosphere
While some couples may not choose to invite children, an outdoor setting welcomes these little ones. Children will have plenty of space to run around, which will hopefully maintain their wild energy and keep tantrums to a minimum. And lawn games can be a fun purchase to keep the little ones (and adults!) occupied.
Still unsure?
Ultimately, your decision between an indoor vs. outdoor wedding venue will be control. Scroll back over the two lists. The type A bride who might be reading this will lean towards an indoor venue, because it allows you to hold the reigns on your big day with ease. However, if nature is your second home — an outdoor venue would serve your desires best.
And who knows — after doing a bit of venue searching you may find one you love that has a hybrid (indoor + outdoor spaces for use)!
Jina & Kevin: A Fairytale Wedding at Los Robles Greens
When the wedding is SO sweet, there's not a dry eye when the bride comes down the aisle. This fairytale wedding romance is one for the books!
If I had to say anything about J & K, they were such an adorable couple who focused the day around their family. Not only were they good people, but I absolutely loved the springtime blush and white tones for their color palette.
On their wedding day, both the bride and the groom had the best time getting ready with their bridesmaids and groomsmen. And when it came time for the first look, the groom (Kevin) got emotional seeing his bride for the first time. Not even I could hold back the flood of emotion this gave me! When it came time for the ceremony, each person walked gracefully down the aisle and the bride entered to the song “I Get To Love You” by Ruelle. The entire crowd, including vendors were teary eyed until they said “I do!”
We had the best vendors at this wedding, including Katie Jane Photography (who I got to work with TWICE in one week). The reception was equally beautiful with classic wedding vibes. Yamaguchi Flowers outdid themselves with stunning florals throughout the wedding, which the guests admired thoughtfully. And entertaining the night was Bouquet Sound (an incredible DJ & Emcee). The night was filled with sweet memories & fun as Subzero Ice Cream provided a late night snack of their specialty liquid nitrogen ice cream!
And overall, this wedding couldn’t have been more perfect & we will remember the sweetness of this wedding for a lifetime. A huge thank you to all of these vendors:
Venue @eventslrg
Planner @jamisonevents
Planning Associate @trombettatania
Photographer @katiejphoto
Video @matrimonyfilms
DJ @bouquetsound
Hair and Makeup @beautybykellytran
Florist @yamaguchisn
Cake @sugarlabbakes
Photobooth @sspsuperfunphotobooth
Ice Cream @subzero_simi_valley
Dress @bellaposawedding
Suite @suitsupply
Tony + Mayra: A Hint of Fantasy at the Spanish Hills Club
If you love big laughs, beautiful florals, and the best Harry Potter decor ever — then you’ll love Tony & Mayra’s wedding. After a magical morning of getting ready, the couple got ready to do their first look, where they in fact surprised the groom by dressing the Best Man in a gown and veil. The groom laughed so hard he was falling over (see our Instagram highlight “BTS 5” to hear his amazing, big laugh!
Then we got the wedding started with a beautiful ceremony on the Spanish Hills Club stairs outside. Casa Blanca Flowers put up the most gorgeous sunset colored flowers all over the arch and down the aisle; truly incredible creations! As we moved on to the cocktail hour and reception, guests were greeted by the cutest, lego Hedwig (the bride built it herself!), where guests signed a guestbook with a feather pen. The wedding reception was so fun, and when dessert time came around there were Mickey Mouse shaped cookies, Snitch cake pops, cupcakes, the couple’s cake by Denise (@cakesby_denise) + when treats ran out, churros were served by the staff at Spanish Hills Club. A night they will never forget!!
Venue @spanishhillsspecialevents
Planning @jamisonevents
Planning Associate @coordinationbycasanova
Flowers @casablancaflowers
Photography @stunning_photography805
DJ @dj__irock
Cake @cakesby_denise
Esther & Hector - Sweet Spanish Hills Romance
A wedding filled with laughter, love, and lots of dancing; Esther & Hector couldn’t have asked for a more perfect day! Their wedding colors, red and succulent green, complimented each other beautifully, & letting the beautiful landscape of Spanish Hills Club shine in their photos.
I have to say, the entire wedding, this couple was surrounded by the best hype men & ladies, not only in their bridal party but with their guests who danced the night away. Esther & Hector’s wedding timeline incorporated a first look, a beautiful ceremony, the traditional dances, and bouquet + garter toss, however they opted for DONUTS instead of cake. Congratulations to the wonderful bride & groom from Jamison Events.
And of course, we couldn’t do it without the help of these amazing vendors:
Venue @spanishhillsspecialevents
Planner @jamisonevents
Planning Associate @coordinationbycasanova
Photographer @theoaphoto
DJ @bouquetsound
Hair and Makeup @ciaobellabeautyco_
Florist @intobloomsflowers
Donuts @cappexpress
Taking a Tour of Hummingbird Nest Ranch!
With FOUR incredible main venues on the Hummingbird Nest Ranch property, the Jamison Events team couldn’t pass up the chance to tour this wedding venue site! With Ariel, from Magnolia West Photography, able to capture the incredible tour moments — here’s what we discovered, so you don’t have to.
Hummingbird Nest Ranch is one of Simi Valley’s best kept secrets AND a spectacular site for special events including weddings, private parties, movie/tv and photo shoots…
This extraordinary property has “an exquisite main villa with regal Spanish architecture and décor, a gorgeous array of outdoor spaces perfect for ceremonies, receptions and private events, giving guests a feeling of unsurpassed warmth and luxury.”
We had a full touring day ahead of us, so we took a golf cart around the venue with the welcoming representatives from Hummingbird Nest Ranch. As we visited each of the 4 wedding venue locations, the sales rep was able to show us incredible inspiration photos of how to use each space. Scroll down below to see each of the four sites!
The Villas
This venue site is located in front of the main house, with a gorgeous courtyard and rippling fountain in the center. Lush plants fill the empty space and bring life to this location. If you love this location, you can find inspiration photos HERE. This wedding spot is also right by where the couple and guests can book villas for the entire weekend!
2. The Sitting Bull
From the Villas, we took a golf cart to this beautiful Italian courtyard space with olive trees and brick walls. This space reminded me of an Italian piazza, which can perfectly fit a luxurious cocktail hour. You will find lush green bushes and trees as well, with a lovely blue pool for admiring OR a post-wedding dip! Find wedding inspiration photos for the Sitting Bull HERE.
3. The Main Barn
The main barn is a breathtaking, high ceiling space that is perfect for a romantic or country style. We were so impressed by how large the indoor space was; 300 horses could have fit! You can fill this space with a laid-back vibe or elevate the space with drapery and and pops of greenery. While the indoor space is lovely, you can also host a wedding on the outdoor space on the lake & lawn area. Find wedding inspiration photos HERE.
4. Q Vineyards by Hummingbird
Q Vineyards is the all inclusive venue, in conjunction with Command Performance catering. This location has a helicopter pad, and a barn with twinkle lights inside. Keep an eye out in August for a styled shoot COMING SOON, with all wedding inspiration on how to use this event space!
After touring each STUNNING location, here are few things to know if you book the Hummingbird Nest Ranch for your wedding:
Wedding Planning Tips & Things to Know
There are some wonderful accommodations such as: 24-hour rental of the event space, bridal party dressing suite, dumpsters on site for vendor trash disposal, restrooms & restroom attendants.
You will find the most beautiful onsite villas to rent for guests and/or the bride & groom! You can rent them for the entire weekend, plus, they are affordable! (Q Vineyard does not include overnight stay)
Hummingbird Nest offers a list of exclusive catering companies from which events are required to select their catering vendor. They offer many diverse caterers, with many ethnic and Kosher options.
If you need wedding transportation, their vendor Performance Limo LA by Scott Rouge (transportation is required at Q Vineyards).
This venue requires security and valet (which is always a great addition to your wedding), through exclusive companies, to be contracted separately at an additional cost.
Lastly, the cost of this venue is determined specific to each wedding. Everyone has different budgets, but expect to spend a minimum of $70,000 for most Villa or Sitting Bull weddings. For Q Vineyard weddings, expect to spend a minimum of $40,000.
