Crystal Cove State Park Elopement // Muffy & Jarred

Muffy & Jarred traveled all the way from Florida for their sweet little elopement in Newport Beach this past March. In some ways, their special day feels like yesterday and in some ways it feels like a lifetime ago with all that has gone on in the world in such a short time. Muffy and Jarred arrived in California just in time before the COVID restrictions were set in place. Because of all the closures, nothing went according to plan - nail salons had closed, restaurants were doing take-out only, and there was rain in the forecast all week. Jarred is an accomplished fisherman and knows all about weather patterns; we even switched around their whole day-of schedule in hopes of missing the rain. Wouldn’t you know it, when their elopement day arrived, we got dumped on! However, even with so many things not going according to plan, what we remember most about this cozy celebration, was the deeply heart-felt emotion that was shared between Muffy, Jarred, and their small group of family and friends that gathered around to honor their love for each other. 

Their ceremony took place at the beautiful Crystal Cove State Park. They reserved a lookout that made us feel like we were floating on top of the ocean. The rain parted just as Muffy & Jarred finished their self-written vows and had their first kiss. It was a magnificent site to capture! We got a little break from the rain for some fun romantic shots and finished the day with another down pour and photos of them dancing in the rain. Muffy & Jarred embraced every part of their day with gratitude. We left feeling so inspired and thankful for these two! 

Just as we got in our cars to head home, we got a flood of notifications about California officially being on lockdown. It was a day we will never forget and we are so happy that Muffy & Jarred’s special elopement happened when it did! 

Venue: Crystal Cove State Park

Brides Dress: BHLDN

Groom’s Attire: Southern Gents

Brides Rings: David Yurman

Hair & Makeup: Bibbidy Bobbidy Beauty

Florals: Designs by Tricia