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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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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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 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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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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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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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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With the trend of destination weddings on the rise, brides-to-be are constantly in search of that perfect wedding weekend locale. Far enough to give you that destination wedding vibe – and no passport required, Lisa Vorce with Oh, How Charming! is charmed by Palm Springs.
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The Parker Palm Springs
The Parker Palm Springs is an incredible destination for wedding receptions, rehearsal dinners, and for the ultimate spa experience. For the rehearsal dinner, Mister Parker’s is one of the hippest places to dine. The décor and vibe is reminiscent of a 1920’s speakeasy - dark and seductive. Hit the PSYC at the Parker Palm Springs for a luxurious but whimsically light-hearted spa experience.
(760) 770-5000
http://www.theparkerpalmsprings.com
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 Balloon Above The Desert
Drift in the beautiful desert skies. The trip includes a shuttle van pick up at The Parker Palm Springs and return.
(760) 416-2856 click for website
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Koffi
The hippest java joint in town. Enjoy exceptional coffee in an upscale environment that is very Palm Springs. They also have an interior courtyard where you can bring your pup to hang out with you.
(760) 416-2244
http://www.kofficoffee.com
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Viceroy Palm Springs
This is a very cool hotel, featuring the interior design of Kelly Wearstler. As an added bonus, the Viceroy is launching Sunday pool parties so sun-lovers can now bask, sip the signature libations from Citron Bar, and enjoy the DJ’s chilled electronica mixes. Just a few steps from the Viceroy’s lobby, Citron’s offers California modern food with a French twist. It is among the best in town.
(760) 320-4117
http://www.viceroypalmsprings.com
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Trina Turk Boutique Trina Turk’s boutique features vintage-inspired resort wear in a swanky setting. (760) 416-2856
http://www.trinaturk.com
Googie Drive-By Palm Springs is a mecca of modernist (aka Googie) architecture from the masters including William Cody, Richard Neutra, John Lautner, and Albert Frey. The Palm Springs Modern Committee publishes a map and driving guide to 52 historic buildings, and this is available at the Palm Springs Visitor Information Center or at palm-springs.org.
Hit the Greens! For the golf lover, here are four locations to check out.
Indian Canyons indiancanyonsgolf.com Desert Willow desertwillow.com
Tahquitz Creek tahquitzcreek.com Cimarron Golf Resort cimarrongolf.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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# 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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# 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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