Santa Barbara Courthouse Vendor Recommendations
Okay real talk-planning a wedding can be stressful (lol), and if you’re traveling for a destination elopement at the Santa Barbara Courthouse, the details can add an extra layer of stress. But one thing that shouldn’t feel overwhelming is finding the right team of vendors. That’s exactly why I’ve put together my Santa Barbara Courthouse vendor recommendations—a curated list of professionals I know, trust, and love working with.
From hair and makeup artists to florists, rental companies, and even acoustic musicians (since amplified sound isn’t permitted at the courthouse), these are the vendors who can help bring your vision to life.
Just like it takes a village to raise kids, it takes a village to plan a wedding—no matter how big or small. You deserve to feel supported, you deserve to feel present on your wedding day- and the right vendors will make that happen for you, I promise! That’s why I’m sharing this list of trusted Santa Barbara Courthouse vendor recommendations—people I’ve worked with (who i can vouch for!) and who will make your day the absolute best.
Florals
Fleur De Rye Floral Studio
PRAISED by a past bride of mine, Fleur De Rye is owned by Caitlyn, with a small team by her side. She has shops in both Santa Barbara and Ventura, specializing in a whimsical, garden style floral design. 95% of her flowers are locally grown and she does everyday flowers to full service events. “I love elopements so I curate my events with no minimums so cool people can have cool flowers and can party how they want to.”
Aivy Floral Studio
Aivy Floral Studio creates art-forward floral experiences that blend culture, emotion and community- all sourced with seasonal and local blooms. SB Local, Ivy describes her style as cottage garden with a modern edge! She offers wedding floral design for big and small weddings.
Planning
Burlap and Bordeaux
I don’t want to come on here and say that Brooke of Burlap and Bordeaux is my favorite.. but she kind of is lol. She is such a talented creative that can can bring any wedding vision to life. She exudes confidence, grace, and puts every bride and groom she passes at ease. I just love her and her work. Curating bespoke weddings & events with personalized floral designs, she is an exceptional option for full planning design, florals or both!
ELC Events
Another SB Local fav of mine! Dedicated to creating a stress-free planning experience for your special day, ELC caters to Santa Barbara with a team of professional event coordinators. ” With a focus on smart spending and sustainability, we ensure that every event we plan is not only memorable but also mindful of our impact on the enviroment.”
Summer Set Events
I first met Brooklynn of Summer Set Events while working an SB Courthouse wedding together and she instantly became my bff. Love folowing her work and she’s a great option if you’re looking for full planning, partial planning or 2 months of coordination. “Where intentional planning meets elevated design”- she’s your girl.
Hair+ Makeup
Shanie Crosbie
Shanie Crosbie is just the sweetest soul to work with and has a talent of making all my brides look so effortlessly beautiful. Based in Santa Barbara, she specializes in natural beauty with 2 decades of experience in the bridal and beauty industry.
805 Makeup
Oh Lacey from 805 Makeup.. she is my new SB Local favorite. Although we have worked together plenty of times, she just recently did my own make-up for a branding shoot and she slays ( this is coming from someone who doesn’t wear much makeup)! With over a decade of makeup artistry experience, she is a highly desired artist for all your beauty and bridal needs!
Samara Beauty SB
This lady’s instagram and website speaks for itself. Samara Beauty SB is also a well-oiled machine in the SB community and have crossed paths with her a handful of times throughout the years. I just love her aesthetic and feels great to have her on this curated list of mine 🙂 Nicole has a studio a few blocks from the courthouse where she hosts trials and does courthouse elopements and mico weddings ALL THE TIME. 16 stylists on staff and 5 lead stylists (including herself), she specializes in glowy, fresh, natural bridal hair and makeup.
Santa Barbara Bridal
Sierra from Santa Barbara Bridal! I can fan-girl over her all day! She is my personal hair-stylist ( I see her for a cut once a year lol) and my top referral for brides when looking for someone to do their hair. Sierra works great alongside all make-up artists above and brings mindful beauty through intentional conversation while enhancing your natural elegance. In summary, HIRE HER. I just love her!
Hair by Corinne V
Another hair stylist that I have crossed paths with many times and OBSESSED with her work! Hair by Corrine V has done countless SB Courthouse elopements, micro and full weddings! Her instagram also speaks for itself.
Rentals
Just 4 Fun Party Rentals
These guys know the SB Courthouse like the back of their hand and make setting up and breaking down look so easy! My SB Courthouse couples love Just 4 Fun Rentals so it’s a no-brianer to have them on the list!
Backdrop Boutique SB
Another great rental company is SB, Backdrop Boutique SB have experience at the SB Courthouse and specialize in custom-made chuppahs, arbors and backdrops! A local fav among my couples and wedding vendors!
Otis and Pearl
Absolutely adore Otis and Pearl Partywares. They are based in Ventura but have offered services to SB area for over 12 years. Otis and Pearl is a specialty event rental company offering curated collections of vintage and modern tabletop pieces- china, glassware, flatware, serving items, and decor pieces- to help create thoughful, timeless celebrations.
Bakery
Frances Baking Co.
I first found out about Frances Baking Co. when i saw the cake at one of my weddings and thought “woah who made THAT.” Her cakes are beautiful. Her cakes are works of art.. and they’re delicious. Each made from scratch especially for you, this is one yummy vendor to support.
Acoustic Guitarist
Dante Brunetto
If you’re looking for some nice musical ambiance in either the Mural Room or Sunken Gardens for your wedding event, Dante Brunetto is your guy! I met him at the SB Courthouse and loved his vibe and that he was local! Have kept his contact close ever since!
For more tips and advice, check out How to get married at the Santa Barbara Courthouse here!
Officiant
Seaside Ceremonies
I have crossed paths with Kristin from Seaside Ceremonies multiple times in my photography career and she is a solid officiant to consider. Not only does she have experience at the courthouse but she has performed ceremonies for over 500 couples!
Videographer
Scrap Media
Drew of Scrap Media is SO cool. He’s a documentary wedding videographer that offers 16mm film and digital, with experience at the SB Courthouse. Although OC-based he is SO exceptionally good and cant help but include him in this list.
Riley Ann Films
It took (barely) an introduction to Riley Ann Films while working with her at the Santa Barbara Courthouse to know we were not just a team, but a COOL TEAM. Based in LA but willing to travel, her video is such a vibe- and she offers Super 8! Check her out.
For any type of vendor NOT listed, please don’t hesitate to reach out! Hope this makes the planning process easier on ya!
