Tender. Elegant. Soft.
As we reflect on the day of Ernesto and Donnalyn’s wedding, we can’t help but see these themes strung throughout both their relationship and their special day. From the time this Evermoore couple met five years earlier and became high school sweethearts, it was clear that they shared a gentle love, and what a joy it was to be a part of their beautiful memories on May 20th!
Both working as nurses, Ernesto and Donnalyn show the essence of compassion and care for other people. “There’s three really important things in this life” — Ernesto reminded wedding guests — “friends, family, and your significant other.” And it’s pretty clear he means it. The traditional wedding they shared demonstrated their deep love and commitment to each other, yet they also made it a priority to involve the ones they loved in special ways.
When we asked Donnalyn about her choice of colors, she replied they were “the Evermoore colors” — a sophisticated white and dreamy blue. The gorgeous lace of her David’s Bridal gown was accented by a sparkly sash, perfectly complementing the Kay Jewelers ring her left finger would soon wear. Donnalyn’s hair, by Gema Gonzalez, and her makeup, by Yaelh, added to the elegancy of the day. Bridesmaids in that spring-blue, bouquets from Leslie’s Custom Floral, and the ladies were set! On the guys’s end, both the Men’s Wearhouse suits and the matching blue ties made for a handsome groom and groomsmen.
It must be hard for a father to give away his daughter to another man. From the sweet First Look Donnalyn and her father shared, to a dance together later that evening and all the moments in between, her sweetness and compassion again debuted in her words, facial expressions, and movements. Beautifully balanced with Ernesto’s positivity and encouraging impact on those around him, this couple’s loyalty for each other flows deeply.
The wedding ceremony took place at St. Philip the Apostle Catholic Church with heartfelt vows and the pronouncement that Ernesto and Donnalyn were now husband and wife! Next, the bridal party and guests headed over to El Tango Reception Hall for dancing with AllSound Music Entertainment. Between the dinner and yummy treats of NV Catering and Cakes by Karen, guests were not disappointed. And wow, that cake! Four layers, sparkled bands, and every bit as sophisticated as the wedding.
Thanks to GiL Photography, their wedding day memories are captured forever in photos, and we are so excited to share their wedding video as well! Congratulations to the bride and groom from Evermoore Films!
CREDITS
CAST
Starring Actor: Ernesto
Starring Actress: Donnalyn
Officiant: Father Sal
CREW
Film Producer: Evermoore Films
Film Director: Joshua Moore
Cinematographers: Marteen & Noelle Arredondo
Film Editor: John Hamlin
Photographer: GiL Photography
DJ: AllSound Music Entertainment
WARDROBE DEPARTMENT
Jeweler: Kay Jewelers
Tailor: Men’s Wearhouse
Dress Shop: David’s Bridal
Hair Stylist: Gema Gonzalez
Makeup Artist: Yaelh Makeup
ART DEPARTMENT
Florist: Leslie’s Custom Floral
Rentals: El Tango Reception Hall
Linens: El Tango Reception Hall
Lighting: AllSound Music Entertainment
Monogram: AllSound Music Entertainment
Invitations: Valley Printers
CRAFT SERVICES
Catering: NV Catering
Bakery: Cakes by Karen
SET LOCATIONS
Preps Venue: Private Residence
Ceremony Venue: St. Philip the Apostle Catholic Church
Reception Venue: El Tango Reception Hall
Location: Bakersfield, California
SOUNDTRACK
“Hold On To Me” by Tyler Williams courtesy of MusicBed
Evermoore Films is a video production company based in Bakersfield, California, providing corporate promotional videos and cinematic wedding films to Kern County and beyond.