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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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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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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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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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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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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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Style Tips #6 through #10 on Favors, Décor, Music Entertainment & more…
# 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
# 7 PLAYING DRESS UP
Entertainment is becoming popular at receptions. Whether it’s a live act, such as Salsa or Tango dancers, or a dress-up area by a photo station to take fun photos with your friends, create something unique for your guests during your celebration. If you have an outdoor garden wedding, play some champagne croquet or have a wedding piñata. You can still have an elegant event with a bit of good fun thrown in!
Jill La Fleur, The Wedding Planner
# 8 WEDDING DECORATIONS
Matching is out when it comes to wedding décor. The current rage in tabletop arrangements is to replace the traditional centerpieces with several different displays that work well together. Mix It Up! Vibrant flower combinations, candlescapes of varying heights, a mix of round, square, and long tables will add a new dynamic vibe with perfect harmony. Mary Anne Knox, MAK Events, Inc.
# 9 BEST FOOT FORWARD
A lot of couples have said that the time they spend rehearsing for the first dance is like a brief romantic get-away before the wedding. Sometimes couples realize a little too late that, “Oh, we will be dancing solo in front of our entire wedding party.” To achieve confidence in your performance, couples should inquire four to six months before their wedding for dance lessons. For an elaborate presentation, six months is enough time to become comfortable in your steps, and for a simple routine, four months is fine. Waiting until the last few weeks to prepare a dance routine simply puts too much pressure on the couple and spoils the fun.
Karen Hermanson, Arthur Murray Dance Studios
# 10 MUSIC
You don’t have to decide between a live band or a DJ. Have both! Start the day with a classical trio for the ceremony; have them play jazz, flamenco, or island music during the cocktail hour. During dinner, move to a solo pianist or full band, then bring on the DJ for after-dinner dancing. Your guests will love the variety, and you’ll get to hear all the music you want.
Jill La Fleur, The Wedding Planner
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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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# 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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#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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