“RHOC” alumnus Alexis Bellino gets married to John Janssen at “Rural” Wedding (Exclusive)

Alexis Bellino is tied!

Real housewife in Orange County The 48-year-old alum married on Friday, October 3 at a “whimsical, rustic venue” in Laguna Beach, California. RHOC's Judge Tamra, Joe Dela Rosa and Heather Amin and Mai DynastyGalyna Saltkovska.

“We envision a dreamy, romantic, rustic chic atmosphere,” Belino told people exclusively.

The Bravo star immediately knew her “stunning” venue was the car she visited for the first time and “immediately felt” the presence of her mother, Penelope, who died in August 2023.

“Our venue provides us with a perfect combination of natural beauty and privacy, nestled between the canyon and the sea,” she said. “It feels like we are celebrating in a secret garden of the ocean.”

The site is decorated with “soft white, dusty roses, green and natural wood”. Guests are asked to wear clothes with a “light and earthy tones” and a “highly discouraged black” palette to “fit the whimsical nature”.

As for Bellino, she wears three different bridal looks. The ritual gowns for the reality TV star were created in Scottsdale, Arizona by Julie Hurt, owner and founder and creative director and designer of the Modern Bride.

“We created a timeless, elegant, dress, but I didn't want to wear white,” Bellino shared. “I was attracted by the romantic outline, the feeling when I put it on: powerful, feminine, and ready to marry my lifelong love. My dresses are all jewelry, so I felt like a diamond that walked towards him.”

Below this dress is a custom metal garter with an exquisite cross on it, designed by Lisa Valenzuela, the owner of truly blessed jewelry. “This is a sacred personal style that I will cherish forever,” Belino noted.

Later in the evening, she became two more appearances.

“My ritual gown became more stylish after removing the train and veil I wore during my first hour at reception,” explains Bellino. “My next gown was short, white, smoother, lighter and made for dancing. It still retains all the bridal charm, but for the night of cutting cakes and dancing, it's comfortable!”

One of Bellino's non-negotiators is that her family is involved as much as possible on the big day. For example, Bellino's children – James, 19, Miles, 17, and Mackenna, 17, who shares with her ex-husband Jim and Janssen's children – Jessica, Juliet and Joseph – each playing a “meaningful role.”

As a “symbol moment of fusing family,” the bride and groom gave their daughter a beautifully handmade bracelet that Bellino co-designed with Valenzuela. Meanwhile, their sons gave out custom bracelets from Kenton Michael Jewelry.

Afterward, during the ceremony, Bellino and Janssen walked down the aisle with their respective children and shared their handwritten vows loudly. As Bellino's “Emotion and Sacred” walks along the aisle, the “Ocean (Feet May Fail)” by Joey Molina Sang Hillsed, a pastor who worships Joey Molina, is accompanied by a string quartet.

Next comes a “incredible emotional and spiritual” rose ceremony, honoring the couple’s loved ones as the “peedy maker” who plays backstage.

The ceremony was held by the couple's long-time pastor, Jon Krist.

At the reception, the newlyweds danced for the first time on Sonny & Cher's “I Get Baby.” Guests then approach the “interactive and fun food station,” a menu curated around the couple’s favorite foods, including: a gourmet taco bar, a carving station and a seafood spill.

For dessert is a four-layer cake with salted chocolate ganache and vanilla beans stuffed with vanilla beans. Miles insists that Bellino and Jensen have wedding cakes despite not being cake lovers and he is honored to serve and cut the first piece with McKenna. Naples ice cream sundae and coffee station also adds a “sweet ending of a sweet day”.

Other notable wedding details include a “fabulous” DJ, rock violinist, custom rap written and performed by personal chef Mac Noodlez, magic castle magician and rancher Hat Bar.

“We wanted an intimate, unique ritual atmosphere, and then an ever-evolving entertainment throughout the evening and surprise guests in every corner!” Bellino continued: “And, great food, great music and entertainment, it makes guests wonder what’s going to happen next! We want moments that feel like us.”

“We want it to be about contact and celebrations every moment,” she added.

“This wedding is definitely a dream come true,” she told people. “Emotional, happy, sacred, so we. It's really the most amazing day of our lives.”

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Bellino and Janssen were introduced by a mutual friend in a quiet woman at Corona del Mar, “to connect with family values, beliefs and laughter immediately.” Sparks are “undeniable”.

The couple got engaged after dating for nine months on August 27, 2024 at San Ysidro Ranch in Santa Barbara, California.

The couple had a pre-celebration parade in Alaska before the wedding and planned to “calm down” the formal honeymoon after the holiday. They want to visit “Bora Bora, the Maldives or the romantic, tropical locations that neither of us”.

In addition, the two are looking forward to “more love, more adventures, more family memories”.

Belino tells people about her future plans. “Obviously, there are many grandchildren. With six children, there will be many grandchildren!”

She continued: “We are excited for the quiet mornings, six wild adult children, traveling and the new traditions as couples.”

Other credits:
Wedding Planner: Mary Dann Luxury Tours & Events
Rent: Signature party rent
Photographer: Jeremy Fraser/Los Angeles exposed
Photographer: Kim Sprenger / Despicable Production
Hair and Makeup: Jennifer Jansen
Entertainment: KC Campbell, Vox DJ and Entertainment
The groom's suit: custom made by David August
Wedding Ring: Winston's Jewelry