Nikki Reed and Ian Somerhalder kiss as they tie the knot

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Started dating in July 2014, two months after her split from ex-husband
Second wedding for Nikki following previous marriage to Paul McDonald
Tied the knot in romantic ceremony in Santa Monica mountains
Guests included Lea Michele and her boyfriend Matthew Paetz

By Rebecca Davison for MailOnline

Published: 03:15 EST, 27 April 2015 | Updated: 08:37 EST, 27 April 2015

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Ian Somerhalder and Nikki Reed are officially married.

The Vampire Diaries actor and his Twilight actress fiancée tied the knot on Sunday in a romantic ceremony in the Santa Monica mountains.

Nikki, 26 - who was previously married to singer-songwriter Paul McDonald - was pictured wearing a stunning white lace long-sleeved gown while Ian, 36, donned a white suit and shirt.

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They do: Nikki Reed and Ian Somerhalder embrace in a passionate kiss as they tie the knot in romantic ceremony after nine-month whirlwind relationship on Sunday

True gent: The handsome chap carried his bride down a muddy slope to ensure her dress didn't get dirty

With her hair worn to one side and in flowing curls, she pinned her locks in place with an exquisite diamond slide as she carried an elegant floral bouquet.

At one point Ian carried his bride down a muddy slope so that her dress didn't get dirty, before they shared a sweet kiss among their gathered friends and relatives.

He was seen carefully picking up the train of her dress to protect it from the floor as the couple held hands - at one point, he dutifully tucked her hair behind her ear as they had their photos taken.

Style sensations: Nikki looked elegant in white lace, while her man wore a cream suit with a cornflower blue tie for the occasion

Taking in the moment: One wedding photographer art directed the couple as he captured them at their most beautiful

A little assistance: The 26-year-old held onto her man as she navigated her way down a gravelly slope

Fairytale ending: Nikki kissed her man's face as he carried her in his arms

Something to remember: The photographer captured every single moment as Ian showed off his manly prowess

Clearly enamoured with his new wife, the handsome star crouched down in the grass to snap selfies on his mobile phone as they enjoyed a moment to themselves.

He was caught gazing at her as he drank in their surroundings, savouring every moment of their special day together.

The former Lost actor - who previously dated his co-star Nina Dobrev - confirmed the wedding had taken place on Twitter, where he gushed about the big day.

Special time: The couple are said to be 'soulmates' and certainly seemed to be very much in love as they stepped out into the sunshine

Happiest day of her life: Nikki could barely keep the smile from her face as her man carefully tucked a piece of hair from her face

Saving the memory: The actress was pictured giggling away while a photographer captured the beautiful moment

Lingering: Ian and Nikki couldn't stop kissing as he took care not to step on the train of her dress

He wrote: 'Most beautiful morning ever... (sic).'

Ian also revealed that he and Nikki had been working out in preparation for the special occasion after posting a picture of them both lifting weights on Instagram last week.

Meanwhile, Ian's Vampire Diaries co-star Kat Graham recently confessed that she believes the couple are true 'soul mates'.

He wants to remember it all: Every so often, the 36-year-old would take a moment to gaze at the love of his life

X marks the spot: The couple were shown the way as they navigated their way across the space

Big day: Us Weekly reported Nikki affirmed the big news while attending the Catdance Festival at Sundance on Saturday, where she said of her husband-to-be: 'He's so beautiful inside and out!'

Keeping close: The couple held hands as they enjoyed every second of their special day

She said previously: 'I haven't met two people that were more of soul mates than those guys. They are so absolutely amazing. Everyone loves them, and I really can't imagine him with anyone else.'

After a six-month courtship, Nikki's engagement to Ian was confirmed in January - the same month her divorce from first husband Paul McDonald was finalised.

Us Weekly reported Nikki affirmed the big news while attending the Catdance Festival at Sundance on Saturday, where she said of her husband-to-be: 'He's so beautiful inside and out!'

Top names: Lea Michele was part of the guestlist, along with her boyfriend Matthew Paetz

Joining in the festivities: Lea looked incredible in a long grey dress which had a split running up the front of the number

Milling around: The couple were pictured talking to the rest of the guests while soaking up the sun

Intimate setting: Ian and Nikki had a stage set-up with a live band at their wedding reception

What a delight: Elegant table settings were laid out in the field where guests mingled with one another

Keeping refreshed: Attendees treated themselves to a bar which was placed next to a large umbrella

Nikki, who has been dating the star since July, added: 'He's quite possibly the most amazing man that's ever walked the planet, it's crazy. I'm so lucky, I love him.'

Earlier in January, In Touch magazine claimed the hunk popped the question to the star during the holiday season.

Ian had previously dated his Vampire Diaries co-star Nina Dobrev for three years before splitting in 2013.

Beautiful moment: Ian stopped for a time to crouch down in the grass to capture his bride in the Santa Monica mountains

Not leaving anything to chance: He continued to take pictures of her on his mobile phone, despite the attendance of several photographers

Isn't she lovely? Ian surveyed his snaps as he continued to savour every moment of the couple's big day

Spring time beauty: Nikki carried a bouquet of flowers in her hands which set the scene perfectly

Taking care: The handsome actor carefully lifted up the back of her dress for her as she made her way across the terrain

Though it seems the two ended things on great terms as they continued to play lovers as Elena and Damon on The CW show.

Filming for Nina's final episode proved friendly too as she posted Polaroids of herself with Ian online to mark the end of an era.

Nikki's divorce from ex-husband Paul McDonald was finalised in January and according to TMZ, the American Idol star got to keep their Nashville home.

That was quick! Ian Somerhalder and Nikki Reed officially married on Sunday in California

Loved up: Nikki's engagement to Ian was confirmed in January

Reed got three other homes and three vehicles: a Range Rover, Toyota Tundra, and Toyota Rav4, as well as custody of their German Shepherd, Enzo.

She had married Paul at a private ranch in Malibu back in October 2011 after just seven months of dating.

The pair amicably ended their marriage in March 2014, with Reed filing for divorce two months later.

Ian Somerhalder tells Extra he 'couldn't be happier' with Nikki

Nikki and McDonald still collaborate musically and have an album together, called I'm Not Falling

'Both Nikki and I are so proud of this album,' Paul told Yahoo! Music. 'I feel like through the process of writing and recording the album, we both grew significantly as songwriters and collaborators. It's been amazing watching Nikki grow as singer and discover a new confidence as an artist.

'Right now our passion for this project couldn't be stronger. We're planning on booking a tour soon.'