Sunset & Soil: A Love Rooted in Nature and Wine
A wedding design plan celebrating the union of Sophie "Soph" Carter and Liam "Lee" Harper, this presentation outlines a nature-inspired celebration that blends California's coastal vineyards with French pastoral elegance.
Their love story is thoughtfully woven throughout every element of the day, from personalized wine-blending ceremonies to sustainable décor choices that reflect their shared values and unique personalities.
Meet the Couple
Sophie "Soph" Carter
Age 28, INFP personality type. A nature lover with French heritage who brings a thoughtful, introspective energy to the relationship.
Liam "Lee" Harper
Age 30, ENFJ personality type. An adventurer and sustainability advocate who balances Sophie's quiet nature with his outgoing spirit.
Meaningful Symbols
The numbers 8 (their meeting month) and 22 (proposal date) will be subtly integrated throughout the celebration, along with hidden jazz music snippets from their first date.
Wedding Theme: "Sunset & Soil"
Authentic Connection
Celebrating their genuine bond
Wine Appreciation
Shared passion for viticulture
Nature-Inspired
Reflecting their environmental values
The "Sunset & Soil" theme creates a beautiful fusion of California's coastal vineyards and French pastoral elegance. This carefully crafted aesthetic celebrates the couple's shared love for nature, wine, and meaningful connections, creating an atmosphere that is both sophisticated and warmly inviting.
Core Elements & Metaphors
Wine-Blending Ceremony
A shared decanter symbolizes their merging lives, while guests receive mini "blending kits" for interactive toasts, creating a communal celebration of their union.
Sunflower & Lavender Motif
Sunflowers represent joy and resilience, while lavender embodies calm devotion—together they mirror the complementary personalities of the couple.
Reclaimed Materials
Eco-conscious textures of reclaimed wood and natural linen reflect the couple's commitment to sustainability and authentic living.
Hidden Numerology
The numbers 8 and 22 are subtly engraved on wine glasses and incorporated into table numbers, adding personal significance throughout.
Space Design
Ceremony
Asymmetrical reclaimed wood arch draped with olive-green silk and sunflowers. Aisle lined with eucalyptus garlands and lavender petals, guests seated on linen-draped wooden benches.
Reception & Dinner
Tables adorned with olive-green linen, reclaimed wood centerpieces featuring sunflowers, lavender sprigs, and numbered wine bottles. Sunset coral lanterns and Edison bulbs strung above, with mirrored trays amplifying golden-hour light.
Dance Floor
Circular reclaimed wood platform under fairy lights, creating an intimate space for celebration.
After-Party
Bonfire pit surrounded by organic cotton floor cushions, with telescopes available for stargazing.
Culinary Theme: "From Soil to Table"
French-Californian Fusion
Buffet featuring creative combinations like ratatouille-stuffed ravioli and organic Santa Barbara tri-tip
Wine Pairings
Local biodynamic wines complemented by French champagne
Artisanal Desserts
Lavender-honey macarons and mini berry tarts
DIY Touches
Reclaimed wood table cards with pressed lavender
Attire
The Bride
Sophie will wear an off-white lace gown featuring delicate sunflower embroidery at the hem, creating a subtle connection to the wedding's floral motif. Her hair will be styled in loose braids interwoven with sprigs of fresh lavender, embodying the natural, effortless elegance of the celebration.
The Groom
Liam will complement Sophie's look with an olive-green linen suit paired with a vibrant coral pocket square that echoes the sunset theme. His choice of leather hiking boots adds a touch of rustic charm and personal authenticity, reflecting his adventurous spirit.
Key Moments
Processional
A folk guitar cover of Édith Piaf's "La Vie en Rose" will accompany the processional, offering a subtle nod to Sophie's French heritage while setting a romantic, timeless tone for the ceremony.
Wine-Blending Ritual
The couple will perform a symbolic blending of Cabernet (his favorite) and Rosé (her favorite) into a custom "Sunset Blend," representing the beautiful merging of their lives and tastes.
First Dance
"Ho Hey" by The Lumineers will provide the soundtrack for their first dance as a married couple, performed under the magical golden-hour light filtering through the vineyard.
Bonfire Toast
Guests will write wishes on recycled paper to burn in the bonfire, releasing lavender-scented smoke into the night sky as a collective blessing on the couple's future.
Guest Experience
Arrival Comforts
Guests will be welcomed with refreshing lavender-infused towels and reusable bamboo fans, immediately immersing them in the sensory experience of the day.
Interactive Elements
A DIY wine-blending station invites participation, while a scavenger hunt for hidden jazz notes (redeemable for Polaroid keepsakes) adds playful engagement.
Meaningful Favors
Plantable lavender seedlings in hand-stamped burlap pouches allow guests to grow a living memory of the celebration.
Sensory Memories
Sunset coral napkins, eucalyptus-scented program booklets, and a communal guestbook painted on reclaimed wood create multi-sensory touchpoints.
A Love Letter to Nature and Adventure
Modern Simplicity
Linen, reclaimed wood, and sustainable elements
Whimsical Romance
Sunflowers, fairy lights, and personal touches
Lasting Impressions
Laughter, organic wine, and coastal sunset warmth
Soph and Lee's wedding is a thoughtful celebration of their journey from a Santa Barbara vineyard meeting to a sunset proposal. Every detail—from the wine-blending ritual to the Thoreau-inspired vows—echoes their shared values and unique love story.
The design creates an experience where guests will leave with multi-sensory memories of a day that perfectly embodied the couple's authentic connection to nature, sustainability, and each other.