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 Juicy Couture Set
Pamper her the Juicy Couture way with this limited edition fragrance set. The travel size spray is perfect for Juicy girls on the go. It’s adorned with an exclusive Juicy Lipstick charm and paired with a hydrating body moisturizer. Give the gift of Juicy—it’s fashionably romantic and fun. $95, sephora.com
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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.
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SANTA BARBARA has been called the American Riviera, and it only takes one drive through this stunning intimate city nestled between gentle cascading hills and the deep blue Pacific...
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Skip the never-ending search for the perfect favor and head straight to the valet! Surprise your guests with an old-fashioned donut cart stationed upon the exit.
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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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 Red Butterfly Ornaments - Made of fabric with glitter accents, Potterybarn.com
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Why Hire a Wedding Planner? |
 One of my favorite topics is, "Should I hire a wedding planner and why? After all, my mother and her mom did mom's wedding and everything came out just fine!"...
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Planning an Estate Wedding |
 You’ve imagined your wedding day a million times and in so many different ways. Each time, you look amazing in your couture wedding gown, all of the details are in place, and you are surrounded by your loved ones who have traveled from all over to witness your special day. But the question is, “How do you get from ‘Will you marry me?’ to ‘I do?’” With so many details to consider and decisions to be made, where is a girl (or guy) to begin?...
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Marriage Preparation in the Wedding Planning Process |
 It was right before a friend’s wedding a few years ago that I realized families aren’t always pleasant to each other during the wedding process. For years it has been suggested that couples seek the advice of the clergy to prepare for their commitment to marriage in the form of “pre-marital counseling”. More frequently now the family has been getting involved.
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The Necessity of a Wedding Planner |
 During my first year working as a wedding coordinator, I was pleasantly surprised to find my favorite movie, Father of the Bride playing on TV. I immediately grabbed a box of tissues for the heart-wrenching scene where Steve Martin’s character, ‘George,’ ushers his little girl down the aisle,
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Wedding Etiquette Q & A, Part 1 |
 The bridal party’s accommodations are traditionally taken care of by the bride and groom. For the couple who can afford it, paying for the travel expenses as well is a gracious gesture...
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Wedding Etiquette Q & A, Part 2 |
 Synchronizing the ceremony and reception times is a common challenge for brides. Often, reception venues offer two time slots, generally 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. and 6 p.m. to midnight...
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Wedding Etiquette Q & A, Part 3 |
 This sounds like a clear case of Mom feeling left out. She may not be able to accompany you on vendor appointments, but there is no reason she can’t participate in the planning...
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Wedding Etiquette Q & A, Part 4 |
 Since engagement gifts are not obligatory, not everyone will bring one. So it would not be appropriate to open gifts at the party. The person greeting the arriving guests should...
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Wedding Etiquette Q & A, Part 5 |
 The idea of a “hospitality suite” at a hotel, perhaps the one where your reception is taking place, or one where many of your guests are staying, will probably be suggested to you...
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Planning a Destination Wedding on the Central California Coast |
 It’s 10:00 in the morning. Our wedding is less than eight hours away! The last few months of planning, the meetings, emails, all the time spent thinking about today...
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Wedding Coordination Myths & Realities |
 Movies like Father of the Bride and The Wedding Planner create images of event planners taking on roles that are essentially Hollywood creations. This contributes to perpetrating myths that could...
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Tips |
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# 6 RECIPES FOR FAVORS
Gather together the favorite recipes that you remember as a child. They could be special family recipes, holiday menus, etc. Have them bound in small books, affix a wedding label on the front with your monogram and date that you were married. And there you have it, a unique favor that your guests will use again and again. Also, it is a wonderful way to acknowledge grandmothers and mothers.
Melissa Lee, Events of Santa Barbara
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#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
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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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