Would You Take a Helicopter to Elope on a Secluded Island?

We here at GWS are alllllllll about destination elopements… So today’s styled shoot + elopement inspiration gets a major stamp of approval from us! Candace Jolee Events planned this stunning day at the brand new Hangar 21 Venue, located in Fullerton, California… And then the couple took off via helicopter to say their vows on the secluded island of Catalina, right off the coast of Southern California! So cool, right?!

Ready to take flight and see how it all went down? Let’s take a gander at all the dreamy inspo captured by Alexandria Monette!

Emulating the hues of the ocean at golden hour, we’re diggin’ this luxe invitation suite from Made by Meer.

Hi pretty emerald ring by Studio 1040!

Gold, black, copper, and greenery galore — all the florals were done by Sweet Stems Florist! This setup is seriously DREAMY. Props to Perfectly Poised Events for the day-of styling!

Want to create a similar look? All of those pretty tabletop pieces are from Crate & Barrel.

Who else is drooling over these delectable bites provided by Jay’s Catering?

Introducing Hangar 21 Venue! The venue is fairly new, just this year they started opening their doors to weddings and events! Love it? Well it just so happens that on June 21st, 2017 they are hosting a Grand Opening for everyone to view the space. There will be a *GIVEAWAY* and also free helicopter tours. (So cool!)

HER LACE TOP!! Isn’t it just darling? It’s by Sweet Caroline Styles. Just wait until you see the watercolor-inspired skirt to match it!

Can you imagine doing this?! How fun!!

Talk about GORGEOUS…

Wasn’t that pure *MAGIC*?! A huge thank you to the talented team behind this shoot for all the California cool elopement inspiration.

Make sure to pop on over to Hangar 21 Venue for more info regarding their June 21st, 2017 Grand Opening celebration!

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For just a little bit more, check out this video by JC Guzman!

photography: Alexandria Monette // venue name: Hangar 21 Venue, Fullerton, California, USA // event design: Candace Jolee Events // planning: Candace Jolee Events // florals: Sweet Stems Florist // wedding dress: Sweet Caroline Styles // hairpiece: jewelry from Petals and Stones // bride’s ring: Studio 1040 // hair stylist: Sandra Michelle Artistry // makeup artist: Sandra Michelle Artistry // videography: JC Guzman // paper goods: Made by Meer // calligraphy: Made by Meer // catering: Jay’s Catering // cake: Little Hunnys Cakery // desserts: Jay’s Catering // tabletop rentals: Crate and Barrel // furniture rentals: Jake Duke Studios // officiant: Jake // models: Kimiko and Kai // lighting: Lights for Nights // styling: Perfectly Poised Events