Romantic Rainy Wedding at Mirabella Estate in Southern California
Rain may not have been part of Ashleigh and Vince’s original Southern California wedding plans, but when the forecast called for a last-minute change at Mirabella Estate, the unexpected weather became one of the most beautiful parts of their celebration. With Plan B quickly brought to life, their wedding transformed into an intimate, candlelit gathering filled with vibrant color, warmth, and the kind of romance that only a rainy day can create.
Rather than allowing the weather to dictate the mood, Ashleigh and Vince embraced the change. Rich florals and colorful details brought energy indoors while layers of candlelight created a cozy contrast to the rain outside. The result felt less like a backup plan and more like it had been designed that way all along – intimate, atmospheric, and effortlessly inviting.
More importantly, the couple wanted the celebration itself to keep moving and remain centered on what mattered most. They traded lengthy speeches and formal pauses for time spent together, great food, and a lively evening surrounded by the people they loved. Their Mirabella Estate wedding is a beautiful reminder that sometimes the unexpected elements are the ones that give a wedding its character – and a little Southern California rain can make an already romantic day feel downright cinematic.
“What began as Plan B became part of the magic – an intimate, candlelit celebration made even more romantic by the rain outside.”
Design & Planning: COJ Events / @coj_events
Photography: Hannah Greenwood / @hannahgreenwoodphoto
Floral, Rentals & Lighting: Luna Design Studios / @luna_design_studios
Venue: Mirabella Estate / @mirabellaestate
Catering: Desert Dine / @desert.dine
Bar: Benji Mobile Bar / @benjimobilebar
Rentals: Ricky’s Party Rentals / @rickyspartyrentals
Videography: Buckley Photo & Video / @buckleyvideography
Entertainment: Ben Mallare Events and Entertainment / @benmallareentertainment
Beauty: Kylee Hudson Studio / @kyleehudsonstudio
Cigars: Fumar Cigars / @fumarcigarswco
Linens: BBJ La Tavola / @bbjlatavola
Wedding PR: Be Inspired PR / @beinspiredpr
