A Love Story: Ronika Stone & Jordan Love
Some weddings just sparkle differently — Ronika Stone and Jordan Love’s was one of those. When an NFL quarterback and a professional volleyball star come together to celebrate their love, you know the energy is going to be unmatched. And when we at The Wife of the Party got to design and produce their big day at The Ritz-Carlton Laguna Niguel? Let’s just say the ballroom became a moody garden dream that had everyone talking — and that was after the jaw-dropping scenery at the ceremony.
The Pacific Promenade Ballroom is already a showstopper, but we wanted to give Ronika and Jordan something that felt like them — elevated, romantic, and a little unexpected. We worked with our friends at Butterfly Floral, who completely nailed the lush, layered look. Think garden roses, peonies, ranunculus, and more, all styled in a way that felt organic but still oh-so-sophisticated. The flowers weren’t just décor; they set the tone for the night.
Of course, it takes more than flowers to transform a space. We partnered with MTB Rentals, Soiree 8, Rental Ave, and our partners at Create Event Design to bring in statement pieces that added texture and depth. Rich green velvet draping, candlelight that danced across ivory linens, and chandeliers hung just so — the kind of touches that make a ballroom feel warm, inviting, and personal.
One of our favorite moments? When Ronika and Jordan stepped onto their custom monogrammed dance floor for their first dance. Surrounded by hundreds of flickering candles and their closest family and friends, the atmosphere was electric. It was one of those dreamy moments you wish you could bottle up forever.
And here’s the thing — while the ballroom was breathtaking, the real magic was in the joy that filled it. Guests weren’t just impressed by the design (though, trust us, phones were out snapping photos all night). They were fully immersed in the love story unfolding around them. Laughter carried through the room, hugs lasted a little longer, and every toast felt heartfelt and personal. Then the dancing got started — and it never stopped! Especially after re-energizing with a good helping of In N Out burgers!
That’s always our goal when designing a wedding at The Wife of the Party: to create an environment where the couple’s story takes center stage. Yes, the chandeliers, florals, and linens are gorgeous, but they’re all in service of that bigger picture — making sure Ronika and Jordan’s love felt like the true star of the night.
It was an honor to design and produce this celebration with such a talented vendor team and to see two incredible people begin their forever in a way that was so authentically theirs — the ultimate Love story.