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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
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Any diamond will carry a romantic message to a beloved bride, but only one will set her heart on fire. A diamond that is so perfectly cut that it has all the classic elements of a diamond’s beauty—brilliance, dispersion and scintillation. A diamond that sparkles like a red-hot fire. A Hearts On Fire diamond.
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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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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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She left her heart in San Francisco. Melissa A. Panico, with MAP Events, swoons over the elegance and the urban Bay Bridge views.
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In the words of the Brooklyn-based premier perfumer Christopher Brosius, “We live because we breathe, and with each breath we smell. This is inevitable. The sense of smell is our first and most immediate link to the world around us....
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City Hall Rotunda, San Jose, CA

Patricia and Robert were first introduced by a mutual friend at a social gathering. They also became good friends, and eventually began to date.

Because they had dated for several years, when Robert proposed to her on New Year’s Eve 2005 in Palm Springs where they were visiting, Patricia says she was totally surprised.

To honor their parents, who had passed away, on the church pews the couple arranged a spray of flowers in honor of each of their mothers, a fedora hat in honor of Robert’s father, and to honor Patricia’s father, there was a stethoscope.
Guests were greeted at the San Jose City Hall Rotunda by a lighted entryway from the curb to the door. The Muchismo Mariachi group, some of Robert’s favorite music, serenaded the guests as they arrived.
For the ceremony, Patricia chose an Ines De Santos, Ivory Silk Mermaid gown and Jimmy Choo shoes. Her hair and make-up were done by Umbrella Salon. Robert chose a tuxedo by Selix.
After the ceremony, the Mariachis entertained again during cocktails. Then an elegant reception dinner was presented, including a first course of Scallop Ceviche with Avocado and Mango Tartar; a second course of heirloom Tomato Consommé, and for the Intermezzo, Red Current Sorbet was served. For the main course, guests had a selection of Grilled Filet Mignon or Wild Alaskan Halibut with Dungeness Crab Fondue. The wedding cake was by Debbie Smith of Not Just Cheesecake.
The couple chose theme colors in Chocolate Brown, Chartreuse, and Ivory, and these colors were reflected in their linens and china pattern. The Rotunda was draped in Crème chiffon fabric, designed to create an aura of mystery and romance. Soft lighting in apricot, created by John Woods of Enhanced Lighting added to the romantic mood. Music was provided by Wendell Davis, Full Swing Entertainment.
Other celebrations included a rehearsal dinner at Original Joe’s in San Jose.

Patricia and Robert spent their wedding night at the Montgomery Hotel in San Jose, then spent several weeks visiting New York, London, and Paris.
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Kim & Niki Photographers
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Event Designer and Wedding Consultant:
Taylor Nguyen, Ha Lé Events
Ceremony Site: Cathedral Basilica of St. Joseph
Reception Site: New City Hall Rotundra
Photographer: Kim and Niki, Photographers
Officiant: Rev. J. Patrick Brown
Bridal Designer: Ines Di Santo
Lingerie: Nieman Marcus
Shoes: Jimmy Choo
Hair Stylist: Katrina Carroll, Umbrella Salon
Makeup Artist: Emy Vo, Umbrella Salon
Jewelry: Assael Pearl
Formalwear: Selix
Caterer: Componere Catering, Ethan Mantle
Wedding Cake: Not Just Cheesecake
Florist: Asiel Design
Rentals: Classic Party Rentals
Lighting: Enhanced Lighting
Entertainment: Muchismo Mariachi
Videography: Oren Arieli, Awesome Shot Studios
Rehearsal Dinner: Original Joe’s
Wedding Night Accommodations: Hotel Montgomery
Honeymoon Accommodations:
The Michelangelo, New York City
Lord Mt. Batten Covent Garden, London
The Lancaster, Paris
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