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Eau de Parfum by Vera Wang
An exotic fruity, floral bouquet teased with vanilla and an unexpected
twist of pink guava. The gold crown cap contains a hidden treasure: a
keepsake gold band studded with tiny amethyst-colored crystals. $42 -
$68 verawang.com
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Autumn Starburst Hair Pin - Delicate sprays of crystals burst from a cluster. (Also available in other Swarovski crystal colors.) Perfectdetails.com
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THE ERA OF THE COCKTAIL has made a comeback, and we are,
once again, becoming a cocktail culture. With this in mind, what could
be more appealing than turning cocktail and bar accessories into your
wedding gift registry theme? With the accessories you see here, you’ll
be all set for company.
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Annick
Goutal Petite Cherie Eau de Toilette - For the 10th Anniversary, the classic
ribbed bottle is frosted in a soft, celadon green. Petite Cherie is a
fresh combination of fruity and floral ingredients including peach, musk
rose, pear, fresh cut grass and vanilla, Bloomingdales.com,
Retail $115
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A Hawaiian-destination wedding awaits you with warm, balmy weather and spectacular sunsets over the ocean. Karina McGee, an event-planning specialist, pointed us to these dreamy Hawaiian places:
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Your northern California wedding has some distinct offerings: Golden Gate’s proud city surrounded by beautiful wine countryside – Napa Valley. Cindy Danbom of Bella Notte Events knows the city well, and gave us these ideas:
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Principal consultant, Jeannie Ward began her company in 2000 with the goal of “unparalleled customer service.” Maintaining a boutique sensibility, she and her staff accept a limited number of events per year, allowing them to focus solely on each couple and their event. Jeannie has combined her business acumen, passion for weddings and floral design experience, to make her one of the most inventive, respected and sought after wedding professionals in Los Angeles.
Living and working in Southern California keeps Jeannie inspired. The region’s excitement and diversity ensure that no two weddings will ever be alike. Couples can be assured that their culture, style, interests and personalities will be combined to create a stunning, one of a kind event.
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What is her favorite thing about weddings? “The wedding day itself,” she says. “Arriving at the venue and watching the space transform is a delight for me. It’s an exciting experience watching all the moving parts that you’ve worked so hard on come together seamlessly. When the couple comes to me and tells me that it’s exactly what they wanted, now that’s magic!”
Through dedication and professionalism, Jeannie has managed to compile a much envied vendor list. In fact, venues and vendors are her greatest source of referrals. They know that if she’s on the job, it will be done to the highest standards and no detail will be left undone.
Jeannie’s expertise has been recognized by national publications such as Latina Magazine and Photo District News. Latina turned to Jeannie when creating a feature on “Planning a Latin Wedding.” Photo District News featured Jeannie in an article on the hottest trends in Wedding Photography.
Looking to the future, Jeannie is excited about the prospect of destination weddings in Mexico and Hawaii. Why? Jeannie says “bringing families together for two or three days, and involving them in the local culture, bonds them together. That bond makes the wedding celebration more deeply heartfelt and appreciated.” She asked us to tell our YWD readers, “My passport is ready and so am I!”
Areas of service include Los Angeles, Orange County, San Diego/Temecula, Santa Barbara, Palm Springs, and Las Vegas.
Whether your wedding will be local, or at an exotic destination, Jeannie is ready to grant your every wedding wish.
By Susan Hart Hellman, Executive Editor
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#11 QUICK FIX
Traveling with an emergency kit is like the American Express campaign, “Don’t leave home without it.” It should have everything from panty hose and nail glue to smelling salts and Tums, but the most commonly used item is SAFETY PINS! Although you should have a needle and thread, I have resorted to using safety pins for fixing hems on tuxedos, bustling the brides gown, pinning broken bra straps and creating a veil or headpiece out of tulle when the bride’s was left at home. Safety pins are great for a “quick fix.”
Toby Kay Applebay & Associates
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#31 FLORAL DECOR
No wedding is complete without flowers. Try updating the traditional
centerpiece by using masses of your favorite flowers in a variety of
complementary tones for added texture and interest. For instance, if
your bloom-of-choice is the gerbera daisy, try one centerpiece with
dozens of red gerberas, another with orange, and another with
fuchsia-colored bunches. Let your imagination run wild!
Ariel Yve, Ariel Yve Design
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#26 MARRYING MINDFULLY
Creating the “perfect wedding” can easily overshadow what is really
important about getting married—creating a sacred and lifelong bond
with your beloved. Your wedding is not a “to-do” list. Take time to
tend to your relationship and to yourselves so that you enter into the
celebration relaxed, joyful, and with a full heart.
Carmina McGee, Skin – Health - Well-Being
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