Ben and Lauren’s November wedding at Scripps Seaside Forum in La Jolla, California, was more than a beautiful coastal wedding. Instead, it was an intentional celebration designed to bring their two worlds together. While Lauren is from Boston, Ben is from California, so having Lauren’s family and friends travel across the country to celebrate made the weekend especially meaningful. Because of this, the couple wanted their wedding day to feel like an introduction to the California coast they love.
Throughout the day, they centered their celebration around the places, food, scenery, and laid-back energy that make Southern California so special. From the Pacific Ocean and La Jolla coastline to California burritos, tacos, and thoughtful coastal-inspired decor, every detail was carefully chosen to share a little piece of California with their guests. Ultimately, every part of the day felt personal to Ben and Lauren and reflected the two places they call home.
Bringing Boston and California Together
One of the most meaningful parts of Ben and Lauren’s wedding day was the way they brought their families and backgrounds together. Lauren’s family and friends traveled from Boston to Southern California to celebrate with them. Rather than creating a wedding that felt like a production and separate from their lives, Ben and Lauren incorporated the things that make their relationship and their home special. The result was a wedding that felt distinctly California while still carrying the warmth and familiarity of the East Coast family and friends who traveled so far to be there. Their wedding day became a beautiful meeting point between Boston and California, with everyone gathering beside the Pacific Ocean to celebrate their marriage <3
A Wedding Day Built Around Experience at Scripps Seaside Forum
For couples planning a La Jolla wedding at Scripps Seaside Forum, it can be easy to focus solely on the incredible ocean views. Ben and Lauren’s wedding is a beautiful example of how much more meaningful a wedding can become when you build the day around the experience you want your guests to have. They were not simply bringing everyone to La Jolla, they were bringing their people into their world. Every detail gave Lauren’s Boston family and friends another opportunity to experience California alongside the couple.
Iconic Wedding Portraits Alongside the California Coast
One of the biggest perks of a Scripps Seaside Forum wedding is the incredible scenery. Not only does the California coast create a stunning backdrop for the ceremony and reception, but it also gives couples the perfect setting for personal, meaningful wedding portraits. For Ben and Lauren, stepping away for portraits felt less like a formal photo session and more like an adventure along the La Jolla coastline. With the Pacific Ocean stretching out behind them, they wandered along the beach, taking in the views and soaking up a few quiet moments together. The coastline became part of the visual story of their wedding day and a beautiful representation of the place where their two worlds came together. The natural scenery gave their La Jolla wedding portraits an effortless, editorial feel while still leaving plenty of room for movement, laughter, and personality.
Film-Filled Moments at Ben + Lauren’s Scripps Seaside Forum Wedding
Take a little scroll through these film snapshots below from Ben and Lauren’s beautiful Scripps Seaside Forum wedding day.
Photography: Bri Berry Photography
Venue: Scripps Seaside Forum
Planner: I Do Weddings and Events
Content Creator: Love Note Media
Catering: Coast Catering
Bridal Gown: Love Era
Hair: Touch of Rose SD
Makeup: Kyla Stewart Makeup
Live Band: SegaGenecide
