A white aisle lined with white roses leading to a floral arch on a lawn above the Pacific at Terranea Resort

We're getting married

Elena&Marcus

On the bluffs, above the Pacific

Terranea Resort, Rancho Palos Verdes.

Saturday

September 18, 2027

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Elena & Marcus

We met over a bowl that fell apart, and we've been making things together ever since. Come spend a September weekend with us on the Palos Verdes Peninsula: a ceremony above the water, a long dinner as the light goes, and a dance floor we fully intend to use.

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days until September 18

Our story

It started with a collapsed bowl

  1. 2019

    Wet clay

    A Tuesday night pottery class in Long Beach. Elena's first bowl folded in on itself. Marcus asked if he could keep it. He still has it.

  2. 2022

    The long way home

    Our first road trip, up the coast with no plan and one working speaker. We came back knowing we'd do everything this way.

  3. 2025

    The question

    On a foggy walk along the Palos Verdes bluffs. Marcus had made a small cup to hold the ring. For once, it didn't collapse.

  4. 2027

    The weekend

    The same stretch of coast, everyone we love, and much better dishes.

The day

Saturday, September 18

  1. 4:00 pm

    Arrive

    Terranea Resort

    Cold drinks when you get here. Take a minute with the view. We did, and then we booked it.

  2. 4:30 pm

    Ceremony

    On the lawn above the ocean

    Outdoors and short. We promise. Bring sunglasses, and leave your phone in your pocket.

  3. 5:15 pm

    Cocktails

    On the terrace

    Find someone you haven't met. The sun goes down around seven, and you'll want to be outside for it.

  4. 7:00 pm

    Dinner & dancing

    In the ballroom

    One long dinner, a few short speeches, then the band. Last song at midnight.

What to wear

Black tie, with a sea breeze

Ceremony & dinner

Black tie

We'd love to see black, white and anything in between. It cools down fast after sunset, so bring a layer. Block heels do better on the lawn.

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Getting there

Rancho Palos Verdes, California

Terranea Resort, 100 Terranea Way, Rancho Palos Verdes, CA 90275. LAX and Long Beach are the closest airports, each about 30 to 45 minutes away depending on traffic. Leave extra time on a Saturday afternoon.

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Where to stay

Rooms we've held for you

Mention our names when you book. Rooms are held until July 1.

Terranea Resort

On site · Book by July 1

Where it's all happening. Stay here and your walk home is the shortest of anyone's.

Portofino Hotel & Marina

About 30 minutes by car · Book by July 1

On the water in Redondo Beach. A good pick if you're making a longer trip of it.

Good to know

Questions, answered

Can I bring a plus-one?

If your invitation names one, yes. We've kept the list small, so please check yours before you reply.

Are children welcome?

We love your kids, and this one is for grown-ups. Babies in arms are welcome.

Where do I park?

Valet at the resort entrance. It's on us, so just give them our names.

What if it rains?

It rarely does here in September. If it does, we'll move the ceremony indoors and tell you that morning.

Can I take photos?

Please keep your phone away during the ceremony. After that, take as many as you like.

Registry

If you'd like to give a gift

Having you there is the gift. If you'd still like to give something, here are two ideas.

The kiln fund

We'd like a kiln of our own. Demo link, it goes nowhere.

Our home list

A few things for the kitchen. Demo link, it goes nowhere.

RSVP

Will you join us?

Please reply by July 31. One form per household.