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

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

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.

New York, New York... The Big Apple, The Empire City, The City That Never Sleeps, or simply, The City...there are a dozen nicknames for this great town, and below are half a dozen reasons why you want to be there.

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...

Your northern California wedding has some distinct offerings: Golden Gate’s proud city surrounded by beautiful wine countryside – Napa Valley. Cindy Danbom of Bella Notte Events knows the city well, and gave us these ideas: