MATTHEW & GRAEME

THE WEDDING

THE CEREMONY

Friday, August 16, 2024

four in the afternoon
the ritz-carlton bacara
santa barbara, california


dress to impress
black tie attire encouraged

COCKTAIL HOUR

to follow the ceremony
on the ocean lawn
passed apps & cocktails

THE RECEPTION

come celebrate with us
seated dinner & dancing
till late

WEEKEND EVENTS

WELCOME DRINKS

Thursday, August 15, 2024

six in the evening
the bluff
cocktails & bites

FAREWELL BRUNCH

Saturday, August 17, 2024

eleven in the morning
ocean terrace
brunch

HOW WE MET

Our story started at a 4th of July BBQ! Although Matthew and I had many mutual friends, our paths hadn't actually crossed until he walked in with our friend Jeff. We sat by the pool and talked for awhile before exchanging numbers. We didn't see each other again for about 6 months until we were both at a holiday toy drive party. We went on our first date a couple days later, which ended up with us back at his apartment sharing America's Got Talent videos until 1am. The entire date was amazing and absolutely effortless. Then next couple months progressed with a lingering fear that Matthew would be moving to New York to pursue his Master's degree at Columbia. We did long distance, lived through a pandemic, and have moved more times than we can count. If we can handle these things, I know we can handle anything as long as we are together. #wefoundloveinLA

ACCOMMODATIONS

PSA: How to Reserve Your Room

We are so excited for you to come celebrate our wedding with us!

Our wedding is at the Ritz Carlton Bacara. We have arranged a block of rooms for your convenience. If you are looking to stay for a couple nights at Bacara, the link at the bottom of the next section or phone number is best for booking - if you are looking to book additional nights (up to FOUR), you can reach out to our reservations specialist, Kayla: Kayla.Rad@ritzcarlton.com (reference our wedding if you email her):

Online and phone reservations will be accepted until Tuesday July 16th, 2024.
Telephone: (800) 542-8680

For your convenience, if you are looking to book an extended stay at the Ritz Carlton Bacara (FIVE nights or more), the concierge team at Wedaways Travel can assist you with your reservation. You can contact Maria directly to set this up: office@wedaways.com.

We have also arranged for a room block at the nearby Leta Hotel. Please use the booking link below.

THE RITZ-CARLTON BACARA

Room Block Date Range: Thursday, August 15, 2024 to Sunday, August 18, 2024

Tucked onto 78 acres overlooking the Pacific, The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara combines the appeal of this coastal city with the beauty of its natural surroundings. Here, you can escape to the tranquility of two beaches, three infinity-edge pools and a 42,000-sq-ft spa. You can relax in spacious suites, or you can indulge in the region’s abundance with locally sourced cuisine. At this Santa Barbara resort, every moment is one to savor. A daily resort fee of $30 applies, as well as overnight parking fee of $40.

THE LETA

Room Block Date Range: Thursday, August 15, 2024 to Saturday, August 17, 2024

A chic stay in easygoing Goleta. Along Highway 1, this boutique hotel is 15 minutes from beaches, hiking trails, and downtown Santa Barbara. The Leta is a short drive from Sandpiper Golf Club, Lake Los Carneros, and Goleta Monarch Butterfly Grove.

Kindly Reply by July 1, 2024

The Wedding on Friday, August 16, 2024

Welcome Drinks on Thursday, August 15, 2024

Farewell Brunch on Saturday, August 17, 2024

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HONEYMOON FUND

Honeymoon Fund

Your presence at our wedding is present enough! However, for friends and family who have been asking for gift ideas, we’ve created a honeymoon fund!