The happy couple

You are invited to celebrate

Emma & James

Saturday, September 18, 2027

Villa Serena, Santa Barbara, California

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Our Story

How We Met

Emma and James met at the Santa Barbara farmers market on a bright Tuesday morning. James was holding a paper cone of baby's breath he claimed was for his mother; Emma was choosing peonies. He offered her the baby's breath instead, and by the end of the morning they had walked every stall twice. Since then: coastal walks at golden hour, slow Sunday markets, and a life built quietly and well.

On a golden evening on the sand at Butterfly Beach, James asked, the ring hidden inside a bouquet of baby's breath and ivory roses, and Emma said yes before he had finished the question.

When & Where

Ceremony & Reception

Ceremony

Saturday, September 18, 2027
3:30 p.m. on the Garden Terrace
Villa Serena
200 Sample Lane, Santa Barbara, CA

Reception

5:00 p.m. to 11:30 p.m.
The Courtyard, same venue
Dinner and dancing
Dress code: Cocktail

The Venue

A sunlit ivory villa above the coast, garden terraces, olive trees and string lights over the courtyard. The whole celebration is outdoors, on the lawn and terrace.

The Day

Schedule

  • Guest arrival
  • Ceremony on the Garden Terrace
  • Cocktail hour on the terrace
  • Dinner in the Courtyard
  • Speeches & first dance
  • Dancing
  • Farewell

Getting There

Directions & Venue

Villa Serena, 200 Sample Lane, Santa Barbara, CA. Parking is available at the venue, and taxis and rideshares serve the waterfront throughout the evening.

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Stay

Accommodation

The Harbor Inn

45 Sample Road, Santa Barbara
Group code: EMMAJAMES
Book by August 1, 2027.

Garden Inns

Santa Barbara’s inns and hotels are plentiful nearby, book early, September is a popular month in the city.

Registry

Gift Registry

Your presence is gift enough. If you wish to give more, our registry links are below, placed here from the details we shared with our guests.

Registry Store One Registry Store Two

Please Respond

RSVP

Please respond by August 18, 2027 so we can save you a seat.

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Questions

FAQ

What should I wear?

Cocktail dress, a suit or a summer evening dress is perfect; the celebration is on grass, so choose footwear accordingly.

Are children invited?

Adults-only unless named on your invitation.

Is the celebration indoors?

No, the ceremony and reception are outdoors at Villa Serena, on the lawn and terrace, with shade and heaters provided.

Can I bring a plus-one?

Only if named on your invitation.

What if a detail changes after my website is delivered?

Message us anytime, your first two details updates are free, and there's no deadline. We'll change your names, date, venue, times or photo, on us.