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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.
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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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 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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 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
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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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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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Photography by Norma Molina Photography
Location Montalvo Arts Center, Saratoga, CA
Makeup, Fashion & Accessory Styling by Cathryn Van Breene, The Studio Agency
Hair Styling by Erika Harding, ArchiTexture Salon and Spa
GOWN: “VIENNA” High-Neck Halter Gown of Chiffon Crochet with Bugle Beads, $6,930.
Elizabeth Fillmore Bridal, elizabethfillmorebridal.com
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GOWN: “HANA” Sheer Silk Chiffon bodice with plunging V-neckline. Sheath skirt is fashioned in Silk Charmeuse, $2,160.
Amy Kuschel Bridal, amykuschel.com
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GOWN: “SOFIA” Sheer Silk Chiffon combined with Silk Charmeuse with an asymmetrically draped cowl neckline and open back, $1,920. Amy Kuschel Bridal, amykuschel.com
HAIR: The New ghd Styler, ghd Thermal Protect, GHD Creation Spray, and GHD Ultimate Hairspray
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GOWN: “STYLE 475” Thai Silk dropped waist bodice features sheer panels at the deep V neckline and sides of the waist. Embroidered wide straps crisscross in the back. The full organza skirt is hand embroidered in a geometric pattern with embroidered bows and streamers cascading down the length of the bustled skirt. A sweep train completes the look, $6,050. Avine Perucci, A Division of St. Pucchi, stpucchi.com
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GOWN: “STYLE 2707” Bias sheath gown with draped neckline and scattered floral beading, $4,800. Kirstie Kelly , kirstiekelly.com
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GOWN: “LA FLEUR FALL 2006, #3” Fitted and flared strapless gown of white silk taffeta with pleated neckline, pin-tucked bands accented with beading and embroidery and flared skirt with sweep train, $3,070. Anne Barge, annebarge.com
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HAT WITH BOW: Made with ivory silk taffeta, with a brouche made of silver and diamonds, Coque feathers and Italian Tulle, $1,250. Cherie Steinberg Cotè, cheriefoto.com
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GOWN: “BLACK LABEL FALL 2007, #465” Halter mermaid gown of pearl Chantilly lace lined in latte silk charmeuse accented with buttons in the back, $6,370. Anne Barge, annebarge.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, stpucchi.com
ROSE HAT: All flowers are handmade of white Dupioni silk, Coque feathers, French veil and Italian Tulle, $1,250. Cherie Steinberg Cotè, cheriefoto.com
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GOWN: “STYLE 2707” Bias sheath gown with draped neckline and scattered floral beading, $4,800. Kirstie Kelly , kirstiekelly.com
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GOWN (front): “KYRA” Sheer Silk Chiffon with Silk Charmeuse and sashed waistline with Che Bella brooch detail, $1,920. Amy Kuschel Bridal, amykuschel.com
HAT WITH BOW: Made with ivory silk taffeta, with a brouche made of silver and diamonds, Coque feathers and Italian Tulle, $1,250. Cherie Steinberg Cotè, cheriefoto.com
GOWN (back): “STYLE 2620” Two piece, beaded jacket with A-Line ball gown skirt, $4,883. Kirstie Kelly , kirstiekelly.com
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 For the reception, Jemie changed into a Chinese Chi Pao dress which, in keeping with the ocean theme, was custom-made by Helen’s Chi Pao in blue instead of the traditional red...
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 “Hindu weddings have rituals that have evolved since early times,” Monica says, “and they differ in many ways from the modern Western wedding ceremony.”...
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 After a yacht ride across San Francisco Bay and dinner with Alvin’s parents, they wound up alone on the top floor of the St. Francis Hotel...
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 On the eve of her birthday, Maria was with friends at the Spotted Pig restaurant in New York, standing alone at the bar waiting for her drink....
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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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# 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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#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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