Loretta and Andrew’s Palace Hotel San Francisco wedding was exactly the vibe they described from the beginning: fun, silly, and editorial. Their ceremony took place in Sunset Court, followed by a reception in the Ralston Room at the iconic Palace Hotel. The Palace is also part of Loretta’s family story — her father worked at the hotel for nearly 30 years — which made the setting feel even more meaningful. One of Loretta’s biggest requests was simple: take lots of photos of the guests. The day was designed to feel like a reunion of their favorite humans, and they plan to send photos to friends and family afterward so everyone gets a little piece of the celebration.

This wedding was also a great example of collaboration. During a site visit with the couple and the Palace team, we walked through the hotel and mapped out how we would photograph each space. We created portraits across from the Garden Court, using the dramatic ceiling and chandeliers to frame the image. We also made time to stop by the legendary Pied Piper Bar, which the couple absolutely loves, grabbing wedding party photos and portraits in the iconic high-back green leather chairs. Throughout the day the focus was wide, layered images that showed people doing their thing — guests laughing, conversations happening, and the couple right in the middle of it all. The teasers below are just a glimpse, but their full gallery is packed with photos celebrating their people, their vibe, and a wedding day that was full of personality.

Loretta & Andrew’s Palace Hotel San Francisco Wedding

Wedding morning energy in the hotel suites at the Palace Hotel San Francisco.

Wedding morning energy in the hotel suites at the Palace Hotel San Francisco.

Wedding morning energy in the hotel suites at the Palace Hotel San Francisco.

Wedding morning energy in the hotel suites at the Palace Hotel San Francisco.

Wedding morning energy in the hotel suites at the Palace Hotel San Francisco.

Quiet moments while Loretta and her family and friends got ready at the Palace Hotel before the ceremony.

Wedding morning energy in the hotel suites at the Palace Hotel San Francisco.

Loretta and Andrew shared their first look on the staircase at the Palace Hotel San Francisco.

Loretta and Andrew shared their first look on the staircase at the Palace Hotel San Francisco.

A quick stop in the historic elevators at the Palace Hotel San Francisco for a few playful portraits.

Portraits inside the iconic Pied Piper Bar before it opened for the evening.

The Pied Piper Bar is one of Loretta and Andrew’s favorite spots in the Palace Hotel.

A quick portrait stop outside the historic Palace Hotel

Stepping outside the Palace Hotel for a few San Francisco city portraits.

Stepping outside the Palace Hotel for a few San Francisco city portraits.

Portraits across from the Garden Court celebrating the iconic Palace Hotel architecture.

A joyful ceremony surrounded by friends and family in Sunset Court.

Loretta and Andrew’s ceremony in Sunset Court at the historic Palace Hotel San Francisco.

Loretta and Andrew’s ceremony in Sunset Court at the historic Palace Hotel San Francisco.

The celebration continued in the Ralston Room at the Palace Hotel San Francisco.

The celebration continued in the Ralston Room at the Palace Hotel San Francisco.

Guests filled the dance floor as the reception got underway.

Guests filled the dance floor as the reception got underway.

The celebration continued in the Ralston Room at the Palace Hotel San Francisco.

A quick portrait stop outside the historic Palace Hotel on Market Street.

A quick portrait stop outside the historic Palace Hotel on Market Street.

A quick portrait stop outside the historic Palace Hotel on Market Street.

A quick portrait stop outside the historic Palace Hotel on Market Street.

A quick portrait stop outside the historic Palace Hotel on Market Street.

Venue: @palacehotelsf + @piedpipersf
Photo: @brandirollinsphoto
Video: @last_light_weddings
Florals: @asmahobab
Make-up and Hair: @annettelyon_hair_mua
DJ: @fourleafentertainment
Photobooth: @selfieboothco
Officiant: @jessicaclarendon

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