Why is it bad luck for the groom to see his bride before the ceremony?

Once, it was considered bad luck for the groom to see his bride and for the bride to see herself in a mirror in her wedding clothes before the wedding. Because the wedding ceremony marked a break between old and new, never to overlap, people thought that if the groom saw the bride before the ceremony, she would not be pure and new and if the bride saw herself in a mirror before the wedding she would leave some of herself behind in the reflection.

Brides stay away from those mirrors!

Ken and Lisa Wedding ~ USC Town & Gown

I have the nicest clients. Lisa and Ken got married May 29, 2010 at USC Town & Gown. I had so much fun working with them. I'll have more photos soon provided by Damien Smith Photography to post soon. They gave me the greatest review. Lisa and Ken may your marriage be filled with Love, Peace and Joy!

"Wow, where do I start? I hired Leave It To Me Events for my wedding coordinator. Beverly is the best! At first, my parents kept telling me that I could handle all the wedding details myself - that I didn't need a coordinator. With my non-flexible work schedule and a guest list of over 360 people who responded yes to the RSVP (several from out of town), I knew that would be a huge mistake. I could see foresee a disaster. I was so stressed out staying up late after work, trying to everything myself. I took matters into my own hands and found Beverly-an Angel! Thank goodness!

I talked to her on the phone first, then by email a few times before actually meeting her. The very first time I met her in person, I felt like I'd known her for a long time. I felt completely at ease - like a huge weight had been lifted off my shoulders. Beverly is so organized, has a great personality, is always on time, and has great ideas and solutions to problems. She always responds to emails promptly. She handled all the communications with my vendors, something I didn't have much time to do especially during the day while I was working. She kept all the vendors on track. She even went to my rehearsal dinner location to make sure everything was OK.

In the two weeks before the wedding, she gives you a detailed timeline of the schedule of events. She made sure all of the vendors were on the correct schedule for deliveries and payments. The day of my wedding was absolutely phenomenal. Everyone always talks about some disaster that happens that can't be foreseen and I was waiting for it. I can say that I had no problems whatsoever! Everyone in my bridal party and inner circle is still talking about how smooth everything went. Guests are still complimenting me on how organized my wedding was and how professional, efficient my coordinators were. My other vendors even commented on how organized she was and how much they liked working with her. Beverly and her team were really on top of everything. So many of my guests tell me it's one of the nicest weddings they've ever been to.

My parents admitted that I definitely did need a wedding coordinator and are now really happy that I hired Beverly. They, along with my husband and inner circle say she and her team were worth every cent! I feel so lucky to have met such a wonderful person whom I now consider a great friend."

First Female Photographer In The Cover of Bodas USA

Today I was informed that one of my weddings is featured in the Bodas USA Verano/Otoño issue of the magazine.

Gloria Mesa of Gloria Mesa Photographer, the photographer for Diana and Danny's wedding is the first female photographer to grace the covers with her photo of the bride, Diana. This Magazine is beautiful and full of information for brides to be. You can find Bodas USA in your local Bookstores and retail stores. The Wedding was held at Camarillo Ranch House Foundation in the City of Camarillo.

I would like to show my appreciation to all the people that worked on the magazine from start to finish, and to Diana and Danny for having such a fantastic wedding event, and of course for choosing me as their wedding coordinator. Also, a speical thank you to Gloria Mesa for making this happen. Congratulations, a job well done!

Also, thanks to...

Lillian De la Torre Director of publishing
Sandra Evans, Art Director
Angela Gomez-Holbrok, USA, (Consultant Graphic Designer)

Who Said Event Planners Can't Have Fun While Working An Event?

At Lisa and Ken's wedding this past weekend at USC Town & Gown, my team and I decided to have a little fun. After taking funny photos with Shutter Box Photo Booth and eating some veggies, we were recharged and ready to resume all duties.

Who pays for the pre-wedding parties?

The bride's family may host the first engagement party to announce the news. The bride hosts the bridesmaid's lunch.

The groom's family may host an engagement party. The groom and/or his family may host a bachelor dinner and rehearsal dinner.

The maid of honor and/or bridesmaids host a bridal shower and may host a "girls night out." The best man and/or ushers host a bachelor party. Friends may host an engagement party.

The bride's family may host the rehearsal dinner. Out-of-towner's brunch or pool party, barbecue, etc. may be co-hosted.

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Why is it traditional to have bridesmaids and ushers?

Long ago, marriage by capture was the norm. A groom's friend helped him kidnap his mate and defended him against anyone who might try to steal the bride--including her family. The best man and ushers represent the warriors. At the altar, the groom always stood on the bride's right side, leaving his right hand--his sword hand--free to defend her.

In later years, it was customary for the bride to travel to her groom's village accompanied by escorts, her "bridesmaids," who were dressed in similar bride-like gowns to confuse rival suitors and robbers. In England, the bride was escorted to the church by boys, or "bride knights," symbolizing her innocent status; on the way home, she was escorted by married men, or "bridegroom men."

What are some questions I should ask my florist?

First I'd like to congratulate you on your upcoming wedding. I would ask your florist the following questions:

1. What are some wedding-flower trends?
2. Can you create a sample bouquet?
3. How will my bouquet complement my dress?
4. How will the centerpieces coordinate with the bouquets? How can I sue flowers to enchance my wedding site?
5. Will the flowers I'm interested in be available at the time of my wedding?
6. Will the flowers I've chosen hold up throughout my wedding?

I hope this helps, if not please ask again.

Ask me anything