Bonphotage California Luxury Wedding Photography - Sunstone Villa Welcome Dinner - Mikyla and Justin

Sunstone Villa Winery Santa Ynez Wedding Welcome Dinner - Bonphotage Chicago and Los Angeles Fine Art Wedding Photography and Videography

A true celebration of refinement and romance, Mikyla and Justin’s welcome dinner and rehearsal at Sunstone Villa in the Santa Ynez Valley was nothing short of extraordinary.

Set against the rolling hills and vineyards of California’s Central Coast, the evening unfolded at the iconic Tuscan-style estate, where olive trees lined the pathways and rows of vines framed a long, candlelit dinner table. Every detail was curated with timeless elegance in mind—from the soft ivory and sage florals overflowing at the table’s edge to the delicate textile runners and crystal glassware that added a sense of tactile luxury.

Mikyla was a vision in an ethereal embroidered gown, a couture and custom piece that blended modern grace with old-world charm, while Justin’s sharp suit provided the perfect tailored contrast. Their impeccable fashion choices elevated the ambiance, turning the rehearsal into a fashion-forward affair that still felt deeply personal.

Captured on both film and drone photography, the story of the evening was documented with a cinematic lens—soft, romantic textures interspersed with sweeping aerial views of the sun-drenched vineyards and the villa’s timeless architecture. The use of film imbued every frame with a nostalgic warmth, while the drone brought the full grandeur of the setting into focus.

From every angle, Mikyla and Justin’s welcome evening was a masterclass in luxury wedding design—a perfect prelude to a weekend full of intentional beauty, thoughtful details, and unforgettable moments.

Congratulations you two - it was an honor to document your wedding weekend!

xo,

Bonphotage

Photography & Videography: @bonphotage

Venue: @sunstonevilla
Planning & Design: @krissycampbell_celebrations
Floral Design: @bloomsbymorgan
Stationery & Signage: @maddielaidigdesigns
Catering & Beverage: @firstandoak
Cake: @roomforcakesb
Lighting & Escort Mirror: @bellavistadesigns
Linens, Tabletop & Furniture Rentals: @theonicollection
Furniture & Tabletop Rentals: @venturarental
Music & Entertainment: @amsevents_sb
Hair and Makeup (Rehearsal): @janet_villa
Hair and Makeup (Wedding): @chialimengartistry
Restrooms: marborg_industries
Transportation: LL Transportation