Janice S. Casacca explores the Central Coast’s effortless beauty and the flavor of old California where the sprawling countyside meets the deep blue Pacific Ocean.
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:
Malibu Cocktail Shaker
Liven
up any party with this ceramic cocktail shaker with Malibu print. This
7oz shaker is presented in a decorative printed gift box ~ $42 Weddingish
The enchantment of the Santa Barbara and Santa Ynez regions, unfolding their miraculous natural beauty, cast their spell on Jill la Fleur, The Wedding Planner.
Art of Shaving
Generates a rich lather for the classic wet shaving experience
with a shaving brush – close yet comfortable. Formulated with glycerin and coconut oil. In an elegant teakwood bowl.
~ $45 Fred Segal Beauty, shop.fredsegalbeauty.com,
310.451.5155
With the trend of destination weddings on the rise, brides-to-be are constantly in search of that perfect wedding weekend locale. Palm Springs gives the destination wedding vibe.
Mon Amie Bridal Salon ~ 355 Bristol St Costa Mesa CA 92626 714-546-5700 10am to 5pm Contact: info@monamie
March 12th-14th, 2010 10:00am Meet the Liancarlo creative director at his only Southern California appearance for Winter 2010
#21 LA FLEUR TABLE
Cover your entire table top with a single bold color of petals. Not
just a scattering, but the entire top of the table with a thick layer
of petals! You can purchase them at a farmers market or order them
through your florist. Place your chargers, place settings, glassware
and centerpieces in a contrasting color and lots of candles directly
onto the petals for a stunning, romantic look!
Jill La Fleur, The Wedding Planner
#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
#16 COMFORTABLE RECEPTIONS
Reception spaces are taking on a comfort
theme nowadays. Rather than using cocktail tables alone, couples are
creating a lounge effect in their reception areas by adding cozy
furniture groupings of sofas and coffee tables, along with tenting and
draping, lamps and lanterns, lit up trees and dozens of candles. You
may want to hire a jazz quartet or flamenco trio to create a sultry
ambiance. Some couples are even hiring cigar rollers! You can also
use this set-up outdoors for a living room beneath the stars!
Jill La Fleur, The Wedding Planner
EVENTS 
Malibu Cocktail Shaker
Art of Shaving 
