“I Do” or “Be Mine?” 💘 Why not both?
Valentine’s Day fell on a Tuesday in 2023, but the mid-week date didn’t stop romantics Amy + Jeff from making it their wedding day!
This quirky + creative couple gathered their friends and loved ones at Ace Hotel Palm Springs for a celebration best described as a colorful, eclectic 1960’s Valentine’s Day prom. Thanks to the help of planner Sabrina from Moon Realm and tons of DIY brilliance, Amy + Jeff immersed their guests (all dressed festively in their “brightest, happiest, wildest, most sparkly, or most dapper outfits and their dancing shoes,” btw) in all sorts of vibrant Valentine’s romance + fun.
But this isn’t your run-of-the-mill pink + red Valentine’s Day moment. Amy + Jeff chose to lean into all kinds of color—blues, greens, yellows, fuchsias, you name it— to capture the retro whimsy of a vintage Valentine.
We can’t get enough of Amy’s powder blue vintage-inspired custom wedding gown, and we are so excited to show you all of Mary Costa’s gorgeous pics of this one-of-a-kind Valentine’s Day wedding!
So into Jeff’s deep green velvet jacket tuxedo from Cosiani. Perfect for the vintage prom vibes of the day.
The First Look
Sneaking a peek with your person before the ceremony can be so romantic!! Check out our 8 reasons why we love a first look if you still need some convincing.
Our Advice To Those Planning Now From the bride: Don't be afraid of a theme! It's only tacky if you make it tacky, and it's a lot of fun!
Don't be afraid of color! Especially if wild, maximalist decor tickles your fancy.
There will be many small details that do not go according to plan, especially if you're doing it yourself. Don't fret: it will all turn out fine and it won't matter in the end.
DIY? Start early and don't get too crazy on your Pinterest boards! I certainly had too many ideas, and it was hard to edit down. Make sure to pace yourself, and don't leave everything to the end, otherwise it will be unbelievably overwhelming.
Indecisive? Find a sounding-board friend! My wedding party friends all lived far away and had small children, so I didn't want to bother them with details, and I wished I had reached out earlier for help.
Amy + Jeff’s two-tier vintage-inspired red and blush stunner of a wedding cake was created by Over the Rainbow Desserts.
Congratulations, Amy + Jeff! Your vintage Valentine’s Day prom wedding in Palm Springs was colorful, eclectic midcentury magic. ❤️ GWS wishes you many happy Valentine’s Day anniversaries to come!
photography: Mary Costa Photography // venue name: Ace Hotel & Swim Club Palm Springs, Palm Springs, California, USA // event design: Bride // planning: Moon Realm (Sabrina Zeile) // florals: Bride & friends // wedding dress: Miss Tashina & Bride // hairpiece: Bride’s mom’s veil // bride’s shoes: Betsey Johnson // bride’s ring: Mason Grace // bridesmaid dresses: Ivy City Co // hair stylist: Ace Hotel Feel Good Spa // makeup artist: Ace Hotel Feel Good Spa // groom attire: Cosiani // groom’s ring: Zales // groomsmen attire: Coofandy // paper goods: Bride using Canva // handmade details: Bride // cake: Over the Rainbow Desserts // desserts: Over the Rainbow Desserts // music: Supermoon DJs // photo booth: California Booth Bus