Congratulations Daniella and Larry!

 

 

April 1, 2012 was a very Lucky Day for Daniella and Larry as they were married in front of 190 family and friends at the Coronado Community Center yesterday.

The day was beautiful and sunny and no one was smiling more than the Bride as Daniella walked down the aisle on her Father’s arm to her awaiting handsome Groom.  Personal touches were everywhere, including a custom caricature of Larry’s romantic proposal on the Spruce Street Bridge.  Daniella surprised Larry with a gorgeous Ice Sculpture of their bridge, which was such a huge hit with the guests!

But that wasn’t the biggest surprise of the night as Daniella ask all the guests to help her serenade Larry with the words from”Happy Together” by the Turtles. (Even I joined in!)

Thank you to all the amazing vendors that made this day perfect for the happy couple.

Venue: Coronado Community Center

Photographer: James Aronovsky

Videographer: Luke McCain Videography

Catering: Artquest Catering

Entertainment: Classy Event Group

Cake: Edelweiss Bakery

Rentals: Best Rentals

And a special Thank You to Jennifer Campbell from Third Bloom, for not only saving the day yesterday with a last minute floral emergency, but sending me a few lovely photos that she took of her flowers yesterday to give us a sneak peek at the day, before the official photos from James are ready for viewing!

Daniella’s Beautiful Bouquet

Larry’s Stylish Boutonniere

Fresh orchid blooms placed onto piped branches on the delicious Edelweiss cake!

Half of the Guests table were decorated with fresh manzanita trees, orchid blooms and hanging votives.

A trio of glass vases, with submerged Mokara Orchids and river stones.

 

 

 

A Dream Wedding by Sharon at the La Jolla Woman’s Club 2012 Spring Bridal Show

Yesterdays Bridal Show at the La Jolla Woman’s Club was so beautiful! Dispite the rain that began just as the show came to a close (not so fun for the vendors trying to pack up and go home), the whole event was so well organized and I had the oportunity to say Hello and reconnect with so many wonderful San Diego Vendors that I know and love working with.

I did get the chance to meet and talk with 3 very interesting Brides and Grooms, and 1 Mother and Father of the Bride about their upcoming weddings at the La Jolla Woman’s Club. I offered a free Budget or Calendar Worksheet Consultation as well as a preferred venue discount on any of my Coordination Packages.

The best part of any Bridal Show is designing a fun and eye catching table-scape with a few of my San Diego Soiree members.

At this show I of course teamed up with the very talented Irene Gonzales of A Perfect Table to showcase her gorgeous linens (you can’t have a beautiful table with out them!) and together we designed the details for all the coordinating event tables. We chose a twist on the traditional vintage look but using Carmel Shantung as the floor length linen and her new beautiful Silver Mina Vintage Lace overlay that gives the design an old world feel. The carmel napkins were wrapped using a tight pearl cluster napkin ring, and the backs of the silver chiavari chairs (provided by Best Rentals) were drapped in a custom cap made from the same silver lace and the chair pads were custom made with silver shantung fabric.

La Jolla Womans Club Bridal Show 2012

We asked Jennifer Campbell with Third Bloom to create a few stunning floral arrangements for our tables, and she went above and beyond with what we hoped for! All the little details of flowers goes a long way. I loved that Jen handed out a long stem rose to all the Ladies that attend the show!

La Jolla Woman's Club March 2012 Bridal Show with Third Bloom

Tammy Johnson with Candy Girl Candy Buffets created a delicious candy bar display with just the right touches and candy assortments to make the guests at the Show feel like a kid again. Jenn Ragusa with Pink Star Design custom made all the candy bar signs and the cupcake and table sign that showcased all the vendors hard work. Thank you so much ladies!

La Jolla Woman's Club March 2012 Bridal Show, Candy Girl Candy BuffetsLa Jolla Woman's Club March 2012 Bridal Show, Candy Girl Candy Buffets

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Speaking of cupcakes, Sweet Cheeks Baking Company provided us with 2 dozen delicious cupcakes for our cupcake tower. (One was actually missing at the end of the show and I don’t blame the lucky recipient who enjoyed it on the way home) . The cupcake boxes were hand crafted by A Perfect Table (you can now get your own custom cake stands made to match your table linens from A Perfect Table!), and A Dream Wedding Invitations and Accessories provided the die cut silver lace cupcake liners.

La Jolla Woman's Club March 2012 Bridal Show, Sweet Cheeks Baking Company

To add the final elegant touch, we asked Maria Harman of San Diego Events Lighting to provide warm amber uplights to showcase our tables in a warm and elegant glow. (see photos above)  Lighting is so important and one element of and event that should not be over looked. (Maria also provided a custom Gobo design and bright pink uplights for the ballroom to make all the rooms pop with color at the the Bridal Show)

La Jolla Woman's Club March 2012 Bridal Show, San Diego Events Lighting

Thank you to Sharlene Thompson, Executive Director of the La Jolla Woman’s Club for inviting us to participate in this wonderful event!

I can’t wait to see which couples from yesterday contacts me to help them have their Dream Wedding at the La Jolla Woman’s Club!

(Photos curtesy of ABM Photography) Thanks Brian!

If you want more information about the La Jolla Woman’s Club, or any of the vendors mentioned in this post, call me at 619 723-0674.

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Have your Dream Wedding at the Coronado Island Marriott Resort & Spa

I’m so excited to be showcasing one of the most beautiful San Diego bay front venues,

The Coronado Island Marriott Resort & Spa.

Yesterday I stopped by to visit with Amber Palmer, Senior Catering Sales Executive at the Resort.

We took a walk through the newly renovated Black Swan Room.

I was so impressed with the all the added details to the room and patio, it’s now my favorite spot in the Resort.

Amber sent over a few photos so you can see for yourselves the changes that make this an ideal location for a

small wedding reception, celebration party or rehearsal dinner.

Black Swan Room

Notice the new large screen TV that is on the wall. Perfect for a wedding slide show or anniversary memories!

The large feast table can be used for rehearsal dinners. It seats 12 with the chairs seen below, or 20 with standard banquet chairs.

The room inside can seat 40 easily, with this table removed.

Black Swan Room, Coronado Island Marriott, small wedding reception venues

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Choosing the right Invitation Design

Today I am putting together the Invitation details for Leah and Sean’s wedding.

I love seeing the right invite chosen that matches both the style and venue for the event.

I can’t show you the exact invitation that Leah and Sean have chosen as they have not been mailed yet to their guests, but it made me think of a great way to blog today about what to look for in an invite design.

Here are a few helpful tips in how to chose the right invitation design for your wedding or special event:

Black Tie Event

Choose Letterpress or Blind Embossed on 100% Cotton Paper. Black Ink is standard. the words”Black Tie” is added to the left hand corner of the invite.

Evening Ballroom Reception

 

Traditional Style

Choose and invitation that gives your guests a hint of what to expect from your event.

The invite, if possible,  should show what attire is appropriate, which is often the most asked questions from your guests.

Contemporary Style

There are so many contemporary styles to choose from. Pocket Fold, Tri-fold, Embossed and Monogram invitations

Outdoor Ceremony

Garden Wedding

Here is where you can have fun with your invitation. Find an invitation that matches your venue. Is it a home wedding?  English Rose Garden? Local Park? There are literally hundreds of designs to choose from.

Beach or Destination Wedding

San Diego is a huge destination location! As with any destination invitation, add the extra pieces to give your guests the information that they need to have a great time as they celebrate your special event with you!

 

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A Dream Wedding Invitations and Accessories

 

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Happy Valentines Day from San Diego Soiree

 

Happy Valentines Day

Happy Valentines Day from San Diego Soiree!

A Perfect Table

San Diego Events Lighting

Chiavari Chair Rentals

A Dream Wedding by Sharon Cole

*thank you to Tessilk Flowers for the Valentines centerpiece.

Spend Valentines Day with your Honey & Win a Dream Wedding at the San Diego Botanic Gardens

San Diego Botanic Garden is offering a one-of-a-kind romantic evening on Valentine’s Day, February 14, 2011.

From 5 – 7 pm, couples will enjoy a sunset stroll through the Garden, complete with special touches including champagne, hors d’oeuvres, cake, chocolate, flowers, music, a professional photo for each couple, photo booth and more. Appetizers include a Mashed Potato Bar with toppings and a Gourmet Brie & Cheddar Cheese Macaroni Bar with a variety of toppings. Couples will also have the chance to win a special all-inclusive wedding worth over $11,000 at the Garden.

The highlight of the evening, one lucky couple will win the wedding of their dreams, valued at over $11,000 courtesy of San Diego Botanic Garden and several wedding vendor partners. The wedding package includes:
• Use of the SDBG Lawn House Garden for a Wedding/Reception for up to 50 guests with tables and chairs
• A full hot catered lunch provided by The Abbey Catering & Event Design
• Photography provided by Glenn Currie Photography
• Flowers provided by Kathy Wright and Co.
• Videography provided by D.J. Randy
• Disc Jockey provided by D.J. Randy
• Wedding Cake provided by VG Bakery
• Ceremony Officiating provided by Pastor David Plank
• And more

Tickets: $50 per couple. Limited tickets available. Every couple purchasing a ticket will be entered in the raffle. Couples who are already married or otherwise wishing to do so may use the prize as another kind of event, such as anniversary or birthday party. Winner will be announced at the event. Need not be present to win. Tickets must be purchased by noon, February, 11, 2011 via PayPal at www.SDBGarden.org/valentines.htm or by calling 760 436-3036 x224 with a credit card.

Official rules available at www.SDBGarden.org/valentines.htm
This special evening also offers the first glimpse of the Garden’s new event venue, the Lawn House Garden. Directly adjacent to the Garden’s Gazebo Lawn Garden, the new Lawn House Garden provides an intimate event location surrounded by stately tropical plants and trees further enhanced by the relaxing sounds of our three-story waterfall directly behind.

San Diego Botanic Garden is located at 230 Quail Gardens Dr., Encinitas, CA 92024. 760 436-3036 x206 www.SDBGarden.org

Thank you from the Mother of the Groom

Sharon:

“Stunning, spectacular, unspeakably beautiful..astonishing, ” were just a few of the comments we heard- and ESPECIALLY, “Diana did such an incredible job of showing the world  true, breathtaking
beauty…”

     Sharon, we cannot thank you enough…We are flooded with such  wonderful memories-  John and I want to give it some thought, and then we would like to write back to you our impressions of Quinn and Ali’s wonderful , astonishing moments.
     Yesterday afternoon, Quinn and Ali came over to say that all the family HAD to come over to the DEL to see their room ( unbelievable)  Never have I seen Quinn so happy- and he said he was still stunned by the beauty of his wedding day, the house, EVERYTHING!
     Thank you for everything and John and I will get back to you soon- You were right, your job does GIVE- and in such a special special way- such joy. love, and beauty!

Much love, Sherrill

Make Up by Natalie Dixon

When your planning your weddnig in San Diego and are ready to select a makeup artist, it is critical to consider the talent, experience and reliability of the professional you select to be part of this most important day in your life.  The proper application of makeup can make all the difference in bringing out your best qualities, creating a natural yet beautiful appearance, and ensuring that your photographs are the magical mementos you hoped for.

With more than 25 years as a professional makeup artist, Natalie Dixon will bring both expertise and high style to you on your wedding day. For every woman who wishes to look beautiful in front of the camera, Natalie is an expert artist who is the choice of celebrities and models and her work has been featured widely in film, television, videos and print.

She not only gives you that classic look on the most memorable of days, but also utilizes the most exciting technique available in Makeup Artistry today . . .  Airbrushed Makeup.

make up artist san diegoFor those flawless photographs that every bride wants, Natalie carefully applies water-based foundation that is sprayed through a very fine airbrush device onto the skin. This extra special technique gives your skin that flawless, soft and youthful look that all brides wish to capture forever.

Before that most special and magical of days, Natalie will happily meet with you first for a trial makeup session in order to create just the perfect look that you want.

On the day of your wedding, the only person in the world who matters is you. Natalie will arrive on time at the location of your choice to lend her expertise and artistry to you and your wedding party and help make this day even more beautiful than you have dreamed.

This will be perhaps the most important and memorable moment of your life . . . Let Natalie help to make it the most beautiful.

A Dream Wedding by Sharon has a new website!

After countless hours, sleepless nights and a few added wrinkles to my face, A Dream Wedding has had a new face lift.

I’m so thankful to Maria and Marc for all their hard work, answering all my endless questions and for creating a site that exceeded my expectations.

I hope you like it!