Having a wedding at the Lyford House in Tiburon is a special and very unique venue. It stands resting proudly on 10.5 acres overlooking Richardson Bay and the stunning views of San Francisco. Weddings there are usually exquisite and encompass a vintage vibe. The lyford house is captivating in its architectural beauty and can accommodate a wedding of any size.
Lyford House came to rest on the cliffs of Richardson Bay by an unrequited love story. The Victorian mansion was built in 1876 by Benjamin Lyford. Lyford’s son, John Paul Reed, fell in love with Rose Rodrigues da Fonta. Fonta was the daughter of a man in his employ. They were never able to marry.
On his death bed John Paul gifted the Lyford House to his beloved Rose.
I knew I wanted to create an inspirational styled shoot that honored the love story.
It was important to me to create beautiful wedding imagery that was timeless and elegant.
I teamed up with Kandis of Blue Daphne Events. She created a painterly piece of art that would celebrate the history and love story of the majestic mansion. Shooting film gave this inspirational shoot the old world touch. In wanting the gallery to feel timeless, painterly and harmonious with a modern touch to the colors in the photographs. Our palette began with soft hues antique whites,. We added delicate blush and apricots and a contrast of navy blue for the accent.
We partnered with amazing vendors to make this shoot complete. The fully restored 1954 MG matched perfectly in color and style for the Lyford House romance. It added to the ambiance and essence of the shoot. Kandis created the exquisite floral design using lots of dried floral accents for a more antiquated vibe. Our table decor designed using antique floral inlayed dishes accompanied with silver chargers, goblets and crystal wine glasses.
The bride wore a gorgeous yet simple A-lined tulle lace gown. Added Puff sleeves were the perfect romantic touch to keep in line with that era. No gown could be complete without the Bella Belle shoes that dazzled. The groom wore a dapper slim fit royal navy velvet Manhattan Tuxedo from Stitch and Tie. We set up a small cocktail station on an old antique wooden dresser. It felt enticing for an after dinner drink paired nicely with the parfait desert cups by Sarah Metahi.
Our three tiered cake design was a breathtaking sculptural piece with accents of marble and hints of gold leaf.
An incredible invitation suite and artwork was sent in from South Africa by Papier Handmade
The calligraphed love letter by Caitlin O’bryant designs added the perfect touch to the story of our shoot.
Every detail made me entranced with the Lyford House and the historical love story that existed within it. I couldn’t have asked for a better team.
They helped bring my vision of the recreation of this love story to fruition.
Photography / Videography Concept – Blue Note Weddings
Planning / Styling & Floral design – Blue Daphne Events
Venue – Lyford House
Invitation Suite – Papier Handmade
Calligrapher – Caitlin O’bryant Designs
Makeup and Hair – Caysi Jean Artistry
Shoes – Bella Belle Shoes
Dress – Helen Miller for And Something Blue
Suit – Stitch and Tie
Cake – Shwaika Cakes
Product/Service – La Tavola Fine Linen
Models – JE models – http://www.jemodel.com
