Sabina & Ian's Wedding (Clift Hotel, San Francisco)

Last Sunday, it was my pleasure to photograph the classy and stylish wedding of Sabina and Ian in San Francisco. For their wedding, they had rented out the stunning Spanish Suite at the Clift Hotel in downtown. Outside, the weather was out of control--I hear rain on your wedding day is for good luck ;)--but inside it was warm and cozy, as Sabina and Ian celebrated this most special of days with their closest friends and family.

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This might be a good time to mention that Sabina really likes Photoshop effects and expressly asked me to make the photos as unconventional as possible. :)

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There were about two hours when the weather cleared up before the rain started coming down again (and with a vengeance no less). But during those few hours, it was just gorgeous and the covered glass patio in the Spanish Suite was lit beautifully by reflected light and elaborate chandeliers.

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During the cocktail hour I stole Sabina and Ian away for a quickie bridal session in the hotel. Given our severe time limitations, I would say we did quite well! :)

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And here are those fabulous chandeliers that I was mentioning earlier. :)

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An intimate moment before heading into the reception.

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During the cocktail hour, the hard-working staff at the Clift transformed the room where the ceremony had been into a cozy dining room!

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Aykut of Aykut Events was the MC and DJ for the evening. He was really great, by the way, and had everyone on their feet dancing when the music started, but we'll get to that.

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Family and friends gave heart-warming and funny toasts. I personally love the toasts because you learn a lot about the couple from what their friends and family have to say about them.

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The first dance had the bride spinning and the groom jiving.

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Only a handful of guests standing around. The rest were on the dance floor, getting their groove on.

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And now for one of my favorite images from the wedding--the bride kicks up her feet as the evening is winding to a close. All that's left to do is to find that little garter somewhere under her skirt and toss it to the boys.

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Until next time!
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Congratulations Ian and Sabina! You had such a gorgeous and fun wedding and it was my honor to be a part of it!

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