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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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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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 Autumn Starburst Hair Pin - Delicate sprays of crystals burst from a cluster. (Also available in other Swarovski crystal colors.) Perfectdetails.com
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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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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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 Monogrammed Straw Handbag - Monogrammed striped straw handbag with faux
leather handle, Colors available: Aqua/Lime, Lime/Pink, Pink/Orange,
Tigerlillyjewelry.com , Retail $56
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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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Villa de Buena Vista
This new Tuscan-style bed and breakfast offers a beautiful courtyard, patio with a stunning infinity pool, and vista of nearby vineyards for your ceremony and reception. A very private location complete with trolley service to transport guests.
(805) 296-2580
http://www.villadebuenavista.com
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Papagallo II
Sail the calm waters of Morro Bay and watch the amazing sunset on a 72-foot luxury yacht complete with a personal chef and staff. The Papagallo II is perfect for a rehearsal dinner or intimate wedding.
(805) 927-5705
http://www.onboardnauticalevents.com
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Down the Aisle
For a great bridal boutique with exceptional service, visit Down the Aisle. The owners, Sharon and Andrea, have an acute eye for detail and provide phenomenal service. They carry more than just bridal gowns; they also have formalwear and attire for the mother-of-the-bride, bridesmaids, and the flower girl. This includes shoes and all the extras!
(805) 474-4295
http://www.downtheaislesite.com
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Avila Village Inn
A Craftsman-style inn nestled in Avila Valley, Avila Village Inn provides a getaway for those seeking comfortable elegance. This location is a lovely choice for your wedding, especially for your guests, and they’ll leave feeling fully pampered.
(800) 454-0840
http://www.avilavillageinn.com
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 Giuseppe’s Restaurant
For an authentic Italian meal for your rehearsal dinner, Guiseppe’s Restaurant is the choice! Their recipes originate from the Pugliese region in Italy, particularly Bari, a seaport on the Adriatic Sea. And for an exceptionally delicious wedding feast, the courtyard behind the restaurant is a charming setting for your reception.
(805) 773-2870 ext. 10
http://www.giuseppesrestaurant.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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#16 COMFORTABLE RECEPTIONS
Reception spaces are taking on a comfort
theme nowadays. Rather than using cocktail tables alone, couples are
creating a lounge effect in their reception areas by adding cozy
furniture groupings of sofas and coffee tables, along with tenting and
draping, lamps and lanterns, lit up trees and dozens of candles. You
may want to hire a jazz quartet or flamenco trio to create a sultry
ambiance. Some couples are even hiring cigar rollers! You can also
use this set-up outdoors for a living room beneath the stars!
Jill La Fleur, The Wedding Planner
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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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