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Northern California’s wine region is ranked as one of the nation’s top five destination wedding locations. Robbin Montero unites the wedding, wine, and tourism industry of Northern Califorina.
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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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 Michael Aram, Coral Reef Black Serving Set - The Coral Reef Collection
takes its inspiration from the mystical and serene symbolism associated
with aquatic imagery, Michaelaram.com , Retail $70
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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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 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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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.
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Hotel Gansevoort
Head of its Class for accommodations & weddings The Dutch name “Gansevoort” means “goose at the head of the flock,” but this Manhattan venue is head of its class. Sleek and stylish, the historic Meatpacking District hotel features a cosmopolitan rooftop/event loft with stunning 360-degree river and city views; richly landscaped gardens; outdoor pool with underwater lights; and a Plunge Bar.
Address: Hotel Gansevoort,
18 9th Avenue, New York, NY
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The Gansevoort Spa & Lounge offers a range of experiences including couples’ massages in private garden cabanas; Hiro Haraguchi hair salon services including rare Himalayan salts in manicures/pedicures, facials, and soaking treatments. The fitness center features state-of-the-art cardio and weight machines, and locker rooms have full vanities, marble rainfall showers, and teak cabinetry.
Phone: (877) 426-7386
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Classic, with Classic Cocktails: M Bar
The elegant hotel, The Mansfield, in a 1904 in Beaux Arts and Second Empire style, still reflect its century of history and classic charm. It’s M Bar, with original domed skylight, is known for that charm too. Enjoy classic cocktails, small plates, and live jazz, all in an intimate, romantic atmosphere.
Address: M Bar, The Mansfield,
12 West 44th Street, near Fifth Ave.,
New York, NY
Phone: (212) 277-8888
Web: mansfieldhotel.com
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Ultra-nightclubing: The Marquee
The exclusive Chelsea ultra-lounge, Marquee, has been called “the universe’s hottest club.” The venue combines strong architecture, including the famous wishbone-shaped staircase; privacy, in separate-yet-connected spaces such as ROOM3, a glassed-in VIP lounge and a place to unwind amid the seamlessly flowing crowd of celebrities, jet setters, and VIPs.
Address: The Marquee,
289 10th Ave., New York, NY
Phone: (646) 473-0202
Web: marqueeny.com
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Celebrating Large: Le Cirque
The legendary Le Cirque restaurant is pure luxury, with Reidel glassware, Villeroy & Boch china, and Greggio and Ricciarelli silverware; a wait staff in designer-created ties; and guests in jacket attire. Le Cirque overlooks Bloomberg Tower’s circular courtyard, and a focal point, the custom-designed two-story, white metal and glass wine tower, housing Le Cirque’s 2,000 bottles in 700 varietal.
Address: Le Cirque, One Beacon Court,
151 E. 58th St., New York, NY
Phone: (212) 644-0202
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Last, But Not Least: Tribeca Treats Dessert
Tribeca Treats, from
cupcakes to truffles, provides the definitive wedding-related stress
escape. Of course, those are happy stressors, but any excuse to visit
Tribeca! Shop at Tribeca too, for invitations, cards, gifts, and cook
books, and if yours is a New York destination wedding, order your
Tribeca Treats wedding cake and other wedding weekend confections.
Address: Tribeca Treats,
94 Reade Street, New York, NY
Phone: (212) 571-0500
Web: tribecatreats.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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#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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# 1 - LOUNGING ANYWHERE
Wonder what to do to a resort ballroom to make it more interesting and intimate? You can create individual lounge areas by renting tents of sheer flowing fabric and adding sofas and coffee tables with lots of candlelight in them. You’ve suddenly created that romantic lounge atmosphere in a standard ballroom and given it more intimacy. Your guests can move to different “rooms” during the cocktails hour or or they can dance the night away. Jill La Fleur, The Wedding Planner
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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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