A Baroque Bridgerton Garden Party Wedding at Vizcaya
It was a love story worthy of a period drama, a little modern-day serendipity mixed with timeless romance. When Sara and Benjamin exchanged vows at Vizcaya in Sacramento, the air was filled with the scent of jasmine, the warmth of late summer, and the kind of joy that lingers in memory long after the last song plays. Their wedding vision was Baroque Bridgerton Garden Party, ornate yet organic, with lush romantic blooms in soft blush, warm beige, and ivory tones that felt straight out of an 18th-century garden fête.
From Tinder Match to Forever
Sara and Benjamin’s story began in 2016 when they matched on Tinder while both working for the same tech company in Madison, Wisconsin. After a few months of scheduling mishaps, they finally met at a trendy restaurant called Lucille, followed by drinks at a cozy pub and a kiss in front of the capitol building that Sara still remembers as the most “sparky” kiss she had ever experienced.
From there, their love story unfolded across states and seasons, from Madison to Los Angeles, and eventually to Sacramento where they settled near Benjamin’s family. The proposal came on Christmas Eve 2022 in Sara’s hometown, in a gazebo twinkling with holiday lights. Despite a last-minute change in plans and a broken toe, Benjamin orchestrated the perfect surprise with her family hiding in the trees to capture the moment.
The Wedding Vision
Sara wanted the day to feel deeply personal, timeless, and authentically theirs. Emily from Asteria Florals described the look as Baroque Bridgerton Garden Party, romantic garden florals, ornate gold accents, ivory and blush tones, and arrangements that felt like they could have been painted in an oil portrait.
Fragrant white jasmine vine wove through bouquets and ceremony arrangements, a must-have for the bride. Textured blooms like blush butterfly ranunculus, dried beige tulips, brown lisianthus, and warm-toned roses filled out the palette, while sweet peas added an intoxicating scent.
Her asymmetrical bouquet was a work of art, organic in shape, filled with movement, and tied with a trailing ribbon. The bridesmaids carried smaller versions in harmony with their soft rose-colored gowns, creating a romantic monochromatic effect.
A Ceremony Bathed in Light
On the day of the wedding, Sacramento’s summer heat reached 105 degrees but the joy was palpable. Guests were greeted with an aisle framed by floral arrangements in urns, leading to a white arch overflowing with jasmine and roses.
Sara’s brother officiated, lending a deeply personal touch to the vows, which the couple wrote themselves. Hers were heartfelt and dream-filled. His were a perfect blend of humor, sincerity, and promise.
Reception Romance
After the “I do’s,” guests moved into the reception where low garden arrangements adorned round tables and hightop cocktail tables featured delicate bud vases. Family wedding photos from parents, grandparents, and great-grandparents graced the décor, connecting the day to generations past.
The sweetheart table became a floral focal point, framed by the ceremony urns repurposed for the evening. The setting felt intimate yet grand, an ideal reflection of Sara and Benjamin’s love story.
A Few Surprises
In true wedding-day fashion, not everything went according to plan. Sara’s dress proved a touch too long, leading to a quick, collaborative “hemming” with safety pins by her maid of honor and the Vizcaya staff. But in Sara’s words, “things happen exactly as they’re meant to, and the resulting memories are more special than anything you could have planned.”
Advice from the Newlyweds
From Sara: Yes, it is stressful and things will go wrong, but on the day-of, it all comes together in the way it is meant to.
From Benjamin: Embrace spreadsheets, set early deadlines for RSVPs, and avoid surprises except good ones.
A Love as Timeless as the Setting
From their first date to their final dance, Sara and Benjamin’s wedding was a perfect blend of elegance, romance, and heart. For couples dreaming of a wedding that feels like it belongs on the pages of a period romance, fragrant florals, warm tones, and heirloom touches, this Baroque Bridgerton Garden Party at Vizcaya is pure inspiration.
Planning your own romantic garden wedding? Reach out to Asteria Florals to bring your floral dreams to life.
Vendor Team
Hair/Makeup – Christi Reynolds
Flowers – Asteria Florals
Cake – Icing on the Cupcake
Transportation – Lux Bus
Music – The Albertson Duo
Photography – Hailey Ayson Photography
Videography – Everlasting Motion Pictures
Venue – Vizcaya
Ice Cream Cart – Rich’s Ice Cream Catering
Glassware Rentals – Celebrations
Misting Fans – Valley Luxury Events
