Elias and Caroline's Wedding Part 1: The Dress

Caroline had imagined the perfect dress for her wedding. She went to a trunk show at Mon Amie with her friends to try to find the dream dress she'd imagined. But after trying on several beautiful dresses, she just didn't feel satisfied that any of them were "the one." In her mind, she knew exactly what she wanted but just couldn't find it.  

Little did Caroline know, Ines Di Santo happened to be in the store and was watching her search for the perfect dress. The designer didn't say who she was, but began to ask her what she was looking for. She then started to sketch Caroline’s ideas on paper, exactly the way Caroline described it. As Ines Di Santo turned the drawing around, Caroline saw that it was exactly what she had envisioned. And that's how Ines Di Santo became Caroline's dress designer and how Caroline's dream dress came to fruition! 

Ines de Santo was born in Italy and is recognized as a leading designer of evening and bridal couture. Her collections are sophisticated, feminine, superbly tailored, luxurious and completely original. Ines' attention to detail and high standard of quality is so important to her brand that she personally oversees the production of every gown!

St. Regis Monarch Beach

The St. Regis Resort in Laguna Beach is one of the most beautiful venues in the world for your big day! The Tuscan style resort boasts the Forbes Five-Star and AAA Five-Diamond awards and once you've spent time there you can see why. The 18-hole oceanfront golf course with panoramic views is one of the best in the world and is nestled along one of the most beautiful and exclusive beaches in Southern California. The St. Regis Spa Gaucin is also Forbes Five-Star Rated and celebrity Chef Michael Mina will amaze you with his culinary genius at Stonehill Tavern.

I love working at the St. Regis Monarch Beach and being surrounded by the amazingly beautiful scenery. The staff here is always helpful and professional. I have some a Divine-Occasion weddings that we designed at the St. Regis Resort to share with you!

Photos by Jim Kennedy Photography

Photos by Toby Morris Photography

Photos by Crandall Photography

Featured Vendor: Pepper Nix Photography

Pepper Nix is an incredible person with an extraordinary talent for capturing beautiful and powerful images. Her warm and welcoming personality is always a joy to be around and her artwork has appeared on ABC's Good Morning America, KTVX TV's Good Things Utah, and has been featured in both bridal and photographic publications; receiving multiple awards in international print competitions. 


In 2007 Pepper Nix was voted Best Utah Photographer in the 2007 Utah Best of State Awards. But she doesn't limit her work to only Utah. Pepper travels all over the world, photographing brides, celebrities and anyone who is lucky enough to book her for their event. Pepper Nix Photography maintains offices in Salt Lake City, UT and Orange County, CA, though she travels extensively to meet her clients' needs. I love working with Pepper Nix and I'm always thrilled to see the photos after a wedding or event she's photographed! Below are some examples of a Divine-Occasion's collaborations with Pepper Nix: