Let’s be completely honest here, we just absolutely adore Brendan + Rocio. From the very first Skype date, we knew we were destined to be friends and have this amazing journey together toward their wedding day when Rocio said, “Gilmore Girls is my favorite show, too!” Ever since that day a few months ago, we’ve stalked followed each other on Instagram and Facebook, sending each other updates about our favorite Stars Hallow friends (including a shared sadness we couldn’t see the panel at ATX earlier this year in June). Rocio’s love of Gilmore Girls is not the only thing we just loved about her – she’s genuinely one of the most kind and fun-to-be-around people we’ve ever met. Her smile is infectious, she’s quick with the verbal wit, and her love for her family is unparalleled.
And Brendan? He is as incredible as his new wife. Brian, the best man, told us all during his speech how Brendan has always been someone that he looks up to and how much respect he has for Brendan because he “saves the world for a living” (which is pretty rad, if you think about it!). But together? Together, these two are unstoppable. We swear, they have this kind of chemistry together that rubs off on anyone in a 12-foot radius, beaming rays of joy and love and this we-have-the-most-amazing-life-ever vibes … and their wedding was a gorgeous culmination of their class, culture, love for each other and love for their family.
Planned by the amazingly talented Emma Seitz of First Pick Planning (and assisted by Sarah Bond), Brendan + Rocio’s O’Donnell House Wedding in Palm Springs this past weekend was a dream come true. With two readings (one from The Amber Spyglass and also Soneto XVII by Pablo Neruda), their mixed-culture sunset ceremony was short yet heartfelt and funny, complete with a lasso ceremony (where their mothers placed a rope lasso around the two of them, to symbolize tying their lives together). It’s not so rare that Ashley gets choked up at weddings, but it is pretty rare for there not to be a single dry eye – which is exactly what happened. Everyone just loved Rocio + Brendan’s heartfelt, handwritten vows.
After their ceremony, everyone gathered for one of the funnest receptions we’ve yet to go to. Everyone was up on the dance floor, singing to DJ Henry Jones of VOX DJ’s mix of Spanish and English tunes. Henry, Rocio’s dad, just couldn’t stop gushing about how happy he was, how joyous this occasion was, and how glad he, Marlene and the entire family is to have Brendan as their new son and brother. And Monica and Reggie, Brendan’s parents, were just as thrilled with how amazing these two are for each other – just beaming from ear to ear the entire day.
And now, less than a week after their O’Donnell House wedding, these two are already on to their next big adventure: moving to Geneva! While we’re super sad they won’t be living close to us anymore, we are so excited for them and everything they are going to get to see and do while in Europe. Congratulations, Brendan + Rocio – we just love you!
Vendor Love
Venue // The O’Donnell House, Palm Springs
Wedding Planner // Emma Seitz, First Pick Planning
Assistant Day-Of Coordinator // Sarah Bond, First Pick Planning
Hair and Makeup // Jen Martens, Jen Plus Colour
Bride’s Dress // Essense of Australia
Groom’s Attire // The Black Tux
DJ // Henry Jones, VOX DJ’s
Floral // Artisan Events
Catering // Westwood Catering
Wedding Cake // Jensen’s
Invitations // Minted
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Congratulations to the newlyweds. Gorgeous wedding in a haute location!
These pictures are absolutely beautiful! Love you guys, hope you are enjoying Europe! <333
Honey! I have to say these are the best damn wedding photos I have seen in a VERY long time!!!!!!
Korin
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Congratulations to the beautiful couple!
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What a beautiful wedding! The bride was gorgeous and the entire wedding looked perfect! I I love the formal portraits of the bride and groom.
Gorgeous work – it’s so clear that you really connected with this couple! Great job rocking the harsh afternoon light and totally using it your advantage. You also do a masterful job of pulling together colors and motifs to accent various settings at a wedding. I love the variety of ring shots, too!
I love, love love the photos! They capture the essences of two souls in love and the Framily that loves and will support them always. Love Aunt B.
Still on cloud 9! Every photo captures all the love and happiness surrounding this remarkable couple.
Thank you Randy + Ashley, every photo is a work of art.
Happy Wedding Nina & Uncle Bren!!! XOXO
The pictures were so amazing. Best wishes to you both.
I could not have imagined better images capturing that day. Everything about the day, including these photos was perfect! Thank you!!!
Beautiful photos!!! And a gorgeous wedding!
Love captured in every picture. Many blessings to you love birds and thank you for letting me be part of this memorable event in your life!
beautiful wedding!!!
Your wedding was magical and they captured it perfectly. Thanks for sharing!
Que bonitas todas las fotos!
What a good looking couple! Such LOVELY images!!
Best wedding ever – straight out of “Hollywood”! The pictures reflect warmth, beauty and love. Thank you so much for letting us be part of this special day. We love you both.
I love all the details, their first look, and her veil!
Absolutely beautiful!
Everything was absolutely GORGEOUS!! Thank you for having us be a part of your special day!! I had soo much fun at your wedding, Love you guys!!
So much happy and so much pretty!! Love the view 🙂
Amazing pictures and such an amazing wedding. We’re so excited for you too and can’t wait to visit you
Whoa. I could write a novel on all these images I love!! But I won’t. 😉 I absolutely love how much character and personality you bring into your photos. You know how to anticipate the moments that can so easily be missed on a day that has the photographer hopping! I can feel the care and attention you bring to your photography. So well done!
Thank you for your sweet comment!!!
You captured the love they share with each other & the families beautifully! ????????
I love how bright, fresh and fun these photos are! This day couldn’t of been more gorgeous and you captured it beautifully 🙂
This wedding looks dope
Stunning! Beautiful work! 🙂
The photos are gorgeous!! You captured the day perfectly!! Even the road runner! 😀
Perfection! Thanks for sharing the blog and the wedding with us all.
These photos are all amazing!!! Thank you for sharing these Brendan and Ro! We already miss you and we’ll come visit soon!
WOW! Thank you so much Ashley & Randy. Even more magical than I remember. You two rock my socks!
A bride who loves Gilmore Girls AND bling?! Ahh! Love this, SOO gorgeous!! And I can’t get over that location!