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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.
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On her A-List, Linda Pitelli of Eventful Designing is captured by the magic and imagination of Los Angeles and it's major star factor.
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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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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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Ruby Red Crystal Chandelier – Hand-cut and
polished, 100% crystal with 7 light’s each resting in a bobache,
Exclusively available for event design and personal home décor, Rrivreworks.com
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Inspirational words from Claire Pettibone |
Something old, something new, something edgy, something you. Claire
Pettibone drew inspiration from rock music, tattoos and the 1970s in
her 2009 spring collection titled Rock n’ Roll bride....
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DRESS: Monique Lhuillier , Spring 2009, Venice Corset and Skirt, Embellished re-embroidered lace corset and silk gazar hand tufted skirt with self sash, $7920
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Roberta Chiarella , Crystal Wreath Necklace, a wreath of Swarovski Crystal in platinum and pink, Retail $3000.00 Botanical Bracelet, 100% Swarovski crystals in platinum and pink with floral centerpeice, Retail $98.00
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DRESS: J Crew Stwist Dress , Marigold, Fitted and floaty in lightweight
silk chiffon with a delicate crinkled texture. $170 SHOES: Vintage Suede Pump. Stylist’s own
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LINGERIE: Felina seductive neckline bra, and hi-cut panty provided by Aphrodite’s Lingerie & Gift Gallery, aphroditesonline.com
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GOWN: “STYLE 479” Stunning Thai silk mermaid dress is fully hand embroidered with delicate floral cutwork over organza, with a scoop neckline and spaghetti straps. A cocktail train completes the look, $5,490. Avine Perucci, A Division of St. Pucchi
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Gown: Crinkle chiffon rose embroidered column gown with fluted skirt, $8,800.
Anna Maier~Ulla-Maija, Style “Frances,” ulla-maija.com
Jewelry: Cuff made of moonstone, tourmaline, pearls, 14k yellow gold clasp, $675.
Andrea Gutierrez, (213) 255-1338
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For Cocoe Voci, the dream began when she was just a child. “As a very young child my imagination soared with the fantasy of the gown. At the time...
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Your wedding gown covers you in gentle, smooth and beautiful fabrics. You can almost hear the soft whispers from the heavens above when wrapped in French Chantilly lace, Duchess satin and organza...
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Gowns: (left) thread social botanical print, cotton, pink, $700; (right) thread bridesmaid sophie, chiffon, sunshine, $480 Thread Bridesmaids
Jewelry: kismet jewelry waterfall necklace, gold and semi-precious gemstones, $380
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Searching for the perfect gown is an expedition, a pursuit that should
be fun and exciting. You’ve entered a world of fashion that’s fanciful,
a world where dreams become tangible in silks and satins, organza,
charmeuse, chiffon, tulle among many other delicate fabrics and jewels.
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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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#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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#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
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