Visit Martha Stewart Weddings Weddings Real Weddings A Seafoam and Ivory Wedding With Gold Touches in Pebble Beach, California By Martha Stewart Editors Martha Stewart Editors An article attributed to "Martha Stewart Editors" indicates when several writers and editors have contributed to an article over the years. These collaborations allow us to provide you with the most accurate, up-to-date, and comprehensive information available.The Martha Stewart team aims to teach and inspire readers daily with tested-until-perfected recipes, creative DIY projects, and elevated home and entertaining ideas. They are experts in their fields who research, create, and test the best ways to help readers design the life they want. The joy is in the doing. Editorial Guidelines Updated on June 14, 2022 Share Tweet Pin Email Trending Videos Marwa and Peter Tanja Lippert Photography Marwa and Peter met while working the overnight shift at the hospital where they're physicians. The love doctor must have stepped in for these two, because one month later the duo went sailing for a first date and started a relationship that was made official on May 24, 2013, not far from their home in Marin, California. The Pebble Beach soiree was befitting a couple that met on the open water, with stately architecture, ocean views, and proximity to one of the couple's favorite vacation spots of Carmel. They made it their own by reflecting her Middle Eastern roots and his Italian heritage, choosing a palette of seafoam green and blush pink with accents of gold, and creating a wedding that was the perfect balance of relaxed and elegant. 01 of 20 The Invitations Tanja Lippert Photography Julie Song Ink designed the stationery suite, with inspiration from the wedding's color palette, Carmel's iconic Lone Cypress tree, Middle Eastern tile motifs, and Italian and Arabic calligraphy. Letterpress was printed on thick, textured paper with the couple's names pressed in gold foil; a custom watercolor map highlighting the weekend's locations was also included. 02 of 20 The Fashions Tanja Lippert Photography Peter donned a Hugo Boss ensemble while his blushing bride opted for a Vera Wang gown and veil and Prada shoes. 03 of 20 The Bridal Bouquet Tanja Lippert Photography Marwa clutched a bouquet of blush and white peonies, white sweet peas, variegated geranium leaves, and jasmine. The stems were tied with ivory satin ribbon and an evil-eye charm, a gift from her grandmother. 04 of 20 The Bridesmaids Tanja Lippert Photography Wearing blush-colored Amsale gowns, Marwa's bridesmaids each carried bouquets with three peonies and geranium leaves. 05 of 20 The Ring Pillow Tanja Lippert Photography Peter's mother sewed and embroidered the ring pillow, which was housed in a box from Marwa's maternal grandmother, who sadly could not make the trip from Egypt to attend the wedding. 06 of 20 The Program Tanja Lippert Photography Julie Song Ink designed all of the day's paper goods -- or fabric goods, in the case of the ceremony programs, which were printed on linen. Bringing in the watercolor of the cypress tree, they were rolled around pieces of driftwood and secured with silk ribbons. 07 of 20 The Ceremony Tanja Lippert Photography Chairs were arranged in a semicircular fashion on the 18th lawn, with white rose petals sprinkled down the aisle and small clusters of flowers encircling the area where the couple stood. Prior to the ceremony, the 60 guests sipped on lavender lemonade and rosewater iced tea. The intimate service incorporated readings that reflected Marwa's Middle Eastern heritage, personalized vows, and music by the couple's favorite composers. 08 of 20 The Seating Chart Tanja Lippert Photography Using the same watercolor motif from the stationery, an oversized chart outlined seating assignments for the reception. 09 of 20 Cocktail Hour Fare Tanja Lippert Photography Dreamed up by event designer Jacin Fitzgerald of Lovely Little Details, a wood table at cocktail hour overflowed with cheeses and all the fixings. Marble boards with five varieties of the good stuff (Roaring Forties Blue, St. Andre triple-cream brie, Boschetto al Tartufo, Fiscalini cheddar, and Yellow Buck Camembert) sat atop a cheesecloth runner. Dried fruit chutney, figs, honeycomb, clover honey, toasted walnuts, red grapes, baguettes, and crackers were on hand to be paired with the selections. An arrangement of cascading jasmine, white ranunculus, and clematis adorned the table. 10 of 20 The Guestbook Tanja Lippert Photography A natural-linen guest book was set out with instant cameras and signage that read, "Capture an instant memory and share a wish for the bride and groom." Gold washi tape secured the snapshots in the book. 11 of 20 The Reception Tanja Lippert Photography The celebration moved indoors for the seated reception. Tables were anchored with arrangements of blush and cream peonies and garden roses, blush clematis, variegated geranium leaves, and jasmine. 12 of 20 The Menus Tanja Lippert Photography Menus were printed on Belgian linen and personalized with each guest's name using the same script font as other paperie. Gold thread hemmed the sides. The Lodge at Pebble Beach created a feast of roasted portobello mushroom ravioli, asparagus and butter lettuce salad with pine nuts, buffalo mozzarella, and cherry tomatoes with lemon rosemary vinaigrette, with a choice of butternut squash gateau with Bloomsdale spinach and sweet tomatoes; pan-seared filet mignon with Madeira sauce and truffle butter, roasted red potatoes, baby carrots, green beans, and forest mushrooms; or grilled line-caught swordfish with red and yellow tomatoes, capers, and Kalamata olives, with herbed couscous and seasonal vegetables. 13 of 20 Special Seating Tanja Lippert Photography The backs of Marwa and Peter's chairs were festooned with bouquets of flowers tied with seafoam bows. 14 of 20 The Wedding Cake Tanja Lippert Photography A three-tier cake covered with ruffles was accented by blush roses and peonies. The bottom layer boasted rich chocolate cake with Grand Marnier syrup, milk chocolate mousse, and fresh raspberries. As if you couldn't get tastier than that, the top two tiers were vanilla sponge cake with framboise syrup, fresh raspberries, and white chocolate mousse. 15 of 20 The First Dance Tanja Lippert Photography The newlyweds chose Elvis Presley's "Can't Help Falling in Love" for their first dance song. 16 of 20 Father-Daughter Dance Tanja Lippert Photography "Lullabye (Goodnight My Angel)" by Billy Joel played as Marwa and her father shared a dance. 17 of 20 Mother-Son Dance Tanja Lippert Photography Peter took to the dance floor with his mother as Josh Groban's "You Raise Me Up" played. 18 of 20 Sweet Treats Tanja Lippert Photography Raspberry, espresso, and dark chocolate with hazelnut gelatos were served with wooden spoons stamped with "Thank You." 19 of 20 A Night to Remember Tanja Lippert Photography The evening concluded with a sparkler circle and a final kiss under the glow of the full moon. 20 of 20 Sources Tanja Lippert Photography Photography: Tanja Lippert PhotographyLocation, catering, cake, and flowers: The Lodge at Pebble BeachEvent planning and design: Jacin Fitzgerald of Lovely Little DetailsOfficiant: Colette CucciaStationery and calligraphy: Julie Song InkMusic: The Monterey String Duo; [Kanun player] Sara MichaelRentals: La Tavola LinenHair and makeup: Tia Reagan of Freebird Productions Was this page helpful? 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