Beverly Hills | Beverly Hills Hotel Weddings

While visiting The Beverly Hills Hotel to look at venue space for future clients, I was approached by a wonderful team of staff people.  I felt so special.  When getting out of my car at the valet, I was approached by a gentlemen who grabbed my hand and helped me out of the car.  Such a sweet guy.  That's when I walked into the hotel entrance way. So beautiful!

Each ballroom is unique with their foyer for cocktail receptions.  The stately Rodeo Ballroom has a private terrace.  The Sunset Ballroom is stunningly hand-painted.  The magnificent Crystal Ballroom is crowned by a spectacular Venetian crystal chandelier and opens onto a lush formal gardens.  The photo below is of the Crystal Ballroom.

Thank you Anne Giapapas for a lovely walk-through and lunch at The Beverly Hills Hotel.

Beverly Harris Weddings & Events

(310) 487-9698

Renée Strauss l Brides of Beverly Hills Premiere on TLC

This Friday, TLC premieres its latest bridal reality show, Brides of Beverly Hills (Oct. 28, 10 p.m. ET). The series follows Renée Strauss, owner of the Beverly Hills boutique Renée Strauss for the Bride.  On the first episode my client, Rebecca Tullao was featured.  Congratulations to Renée and Rebecca for such a wonderful job!

Beverly Harris Weddings & Events

(310) 487-9698

Is This You, The Busy Bride?

You go to work. You go home to have a life. Now you have a wedding to plan.

It’s 9:00 a.m. on a weekday morning and you are buried in paperwork on your desk, you need to return phone calls, reply to emails, schedule doctor appointments, etc. But now you have to add to your long list of tasks, wedding planning. You are beginning to feel overwhelmed and stressed. This should a very happy time in your life, but you’re beginning to hate it. WHO NEEDS THAT! STOP! Contact Beverly Harris Weddings & Events for a FREE consultation. Once you unload your wedding details on us, you will feel absolutely stress-free.

CAN’T make all your phone calls to vendors during the day! Beverly  Harris Weddings & Events can.

CAN’T figure out the next step! Beverly Harris Weddings & Events will provide you with a Wedding Planning To Do List.

CAN’T figure out how much to spend on each vendor! Beverly Harris Weddings & Events will create a customized wedding budget for you.

CAN’T get any vendor discounts! Beverly Harris Weddings & Events have vendor relationships so we are able to negotiate discounts for you.

CAN’T find anyone who will listen to your venting! Beverly Harris Weddings & Events will be there for you every step of the way.

CAN’T find time to make your fiance’ a romantic dinner! Beverly Harris Weddings & Events, well you are on your own on this one.

WHO NEEDS THAT! STOP AND CALL

Beverly Harris, President & Founder
Beverly Harris Weddings & Events
Tel: (310) 487-9698 Fax: (323) 936-0677
Website: http://bev-harris.com
Email: beverly@bev-harris.com

Why is it customary for the bride to wear something blue?

Brides in ancient Israel wore a blue ribbon on the border of their fringed robes to denote modesty, fidelity, and love - ideals still associated with that color. Blue is also the color that represents the purity and innocence of the Virgin Mary.

Photo by: Jonathan Rosen Photography

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!

A Wedding Consultant's Duties

The person you hire should:

• Listen to your ideas, make suggestions, and research your options
• Come up with an overall wedding plan that meets your tastes and budget
• Make appointments with wedding-service providers
• Help handle the selection of invitations, flowers, and caterer
• Make sure that everything goes smoothly by staying in touch with vendors and service providers
• Be on hand on your wedding day to see that all services and details proceed as planned (e.g. the tent is set up correctly, the cake arrive, the flowers arrive, and the service personnel know what is expected)
• Deal with any emergencies that occur; an experienced a consultant is well versed in wedding etiquette and has directed many weddings

That is why you should hire Beverly Harris Weddings & Events to plan your wedding!

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I Told You I Was Fabulous!

What Everyone Should Know About DJ Lee Dyson AKA Hey Mister DJ

Q. Who are you and what makes you so Awesome to work with?

A. DJ Lee Dyson AKA Hey Mister DJ


Hey Mister DJ consists of a very talented group of Disc Jockeys and entertainers that have many years of experience with weddings, corporate events, private parties and nightclubs.


All of our DJs and entertainers are seasoned professionals and highly skilled in their craft. Their ability to adapt, read a crowd and respond accordingly with the correct music selection is second to none.


Q. How long have you been in business?


A. 15 years


Q. What are some of your unique qualities?


A. We provide a slightly more sophisticated and hip alternative to the stereotypical wedding or mobile DJ experience.


Q. What is it like working a wedding without a wedding coordinator?


A. Stressful. Clients don't always realize how many things can go wrong or need to be managed throughout the entire day. All the other vendors are usually focused on their own task so it's important to have a Captain of the ship keeping everyone working cohesively.


Q. What makes a coordinator good?


A. A high level of organizational skills, but also the ability to be flexible and throw the finely tuned timeline out the window if the room dictates that things need to be done differently.


A sense of calm and patience are also essential.


Q. Why should I hire you?


A. Because we are highly skilled in our craft and there is a big difference between a DJ who just shows up and plays songs vs. a DJ that is actually a music programmer who creates a custom playlist and vibe to perfectly match your taste & style.


We understand that hiring is a DJ is difficult because what we do isn't "tangible" until the big day and by then if you've chosen poorly then it's too late.


That's why we are always happy to meet with you in person to explain our style, philosophy on how to play a room and make sure you feel comfortable with all aspects of the entertainment and how it will affect your day.


Also, because…..WE ROCK! :o)

Lee Dyson

Hey Mister DJPublish Post
Web: http://www.heymisterdj.com
Blog: http://www.heymisterdjla.blogspot.com
Email: Lee@heymisterdj.com
Office: 310-591-0988
Cell: 818-415-7810
Fax: 818-788-8090

Here's What You Need To Know About Lok In The Moment Photography

One day I received a phone call from Mikal introducing himself and his business.  It was the first time a vendor invited me out to dinner and it was for barbecue.  Yum, yum, yum!  I love barbecue.  I knew then that Mikal and I were going to hit it off.  He was kind and very excited about his photography business.  We kept in touch and have built a wonderful working relationship.  Now I'll let Mikal tell you more about Lok In The Moment Photography. 

Q. Who are you and what makes you so Awesome to work with?

A.  My name is Mikal Lok with Lok In The Moment Photography. I am honored to work with different clients on their wedding day. I am a funny and positive person. I love bringing my positive attitude to all photo shoots.

Q. How long have you been in business?

A.  Lok In The Moment Photography has been in business for three years. We’ve been blessed to work with the best vendors in the industry. I’ve also been honored by many photography awards and feature in wedding magazines.


Q. What are some of your unique qualities?

A. Our style is catered to the modern bride and groom. Our style is fashion meets wedding. Our clients know how to rock the camera and that’s how we like it. We love to embrace our clients’ lifestyle.

Q. What is it like working a wedding WITHOUT a wedding coordinator?

A.  A coordinator is so important for any event. There time management and coordinating skills definitely go unnoticed. I recommend all brides get a coordinator to get them the best deals with vendors and keep the wedding smooth.

Q. Why should I hire you?

A. Lok In The Moment is all about creating the best experience for our clients. We want our clients to be excited about what we are able to offer. Every client that we’ve worked with will go away with an experience to last a lifetime. We are all about having fun and capturing life at its best.

Website: http://www.lokinthemoment.com/

Blog: http://lokinthemoment.wordpress.com/

Telephone: 562-673-5172

Ask Beverly: Questions To Ask A Wedding Coordinator

What can you tell me about your business?

When Beverly Harris founded Beverly Harris Weddings & Events in 2006, her vision is to assist individuals, companies and non-profits in maximizing their events through strategic planning and creating fun, original and fabulous atmospheres for their guests. Beverly who holds a MBA has professionally coordinated corporate events for major Fortune 500 companies, planned parties and coordinated weddings for families and friends. She and her professional team are constantly evolving by staying on top of the market and enhancing their skills through their relationships with vendors, associations and the industry, at large.

Beverly Harris Weddings & Events is based in Los Angeles and doing business in surrounding areas such as, Beverly Hills, Orange County, Ventura County and the South Bay. Beverly Harris Weddings & Events was Nominated in the Top 5 Best Businesses in the Inland Empire, won the 2011 and 2010 Brides Choice Award, featured in the Los Angeles Times, Bodas USA Magazine and on numerous blogs. Beverly Harris Weddings & Events will take care of all your planning needs and be rest assured that all the details, large and small, will be taken care of so you can feel like a guest at your own event. Beverly Harris Weddings & Events is seeking the ultimate opportunity to build and establish a personal/professional relationship with clients and are committed and totally dedicated in assisting customers, in bringing their Vision to Life!

What is a Bridal Consultant, and do I need one?

Beverly Harris Weddings & Events is a professional service that has endless hours of training and experience. We use highly qualified vendors and will concentrate on making your day run perfectly stress free as you relax and enjoy. You can choose any or all of the roles we play such as coordinator, advocate/point person, mediator, supervisor, advisor, budget assistant and so on. We work behind the scene to make it all happen.

What will a consultant do for me?

Beverly Harris Weddings & Events objective is to assist in making your dream day a reality while helping you stay within the budget, save you precious time, and avoid any costly mistakes. We would handle as much of the details as you would like and be there to smooth all of those complex relationships that sometimes come about with family and friends. We will reduce your stress and help you enjoy your engagement and wedding.

Both Ceremony and reception sites have an on-site planner, why would I need a consultant?

This is a common question and quite justified. Some places do include their own "on-site" coordinator, when this happens Beverly Harris Weddings & Events does not infringe on their responsibilities. They do a wonderful job getting done what is contracted, but they are usually focused on the venue they work for; leaving the question of who will manage the details you have spent hours working on, such as flowers for readers, groomsmen, grandparents, assuring the musicians, limo, and photographer are on time, programs are handed out, candles are lit, bows on chairs are straight, DJ is on time, and much more. On site coordinators are frequently not prepared or else willing to take care of the little things or problems. We are your personal assistant for the entire day. Knowing what the big picture is and assuring that every detail is in its place, looking as beautiful as you have dreamed it would.

If you have more questions, please give us a call.

Beverly Harris Weddings & Events

(310) 487-9698