Karina & Mario's Wedding

Karina and Mario were awesome clients. I had so much fun planning their wedding. Both Karina and Mario work for Lexus in a professional capacity. Their wedding was in October with a fall theme, colors: orange, brown, gold and white. Karina and Mario booked my "Month Of" wedding package. However, we spent time together picking out linen, looking for a harpist to play at the ceremony, deciding what kind of menzanite tree to use for the placecards and they even added my service to decorate their candy buffet using their theme colors. As usual, the wedding is over and my clients are living their lives as a married couple. I wish Karina and Mario all the happiness and blessings!

Ceremony:  St. Mary Magdalen Church

Venue: Sportsmen's Lodge - Studio City

Coordinator: Beverly Harris Weddings & Events

Photographer:  Glenn Currie Photography

Ceremony music: Pat Maki Players

Videographer:  Javier Cardenas

Table linen:  Imperial Party Rentals

Candy Buffet:  Beverly Harris Weddings & Events

Menzanite Tree:  Best Party Center

Flowers:  Lopez Flowers

DJ:  DJ Gonzo

Cake:  La Creme Bakery

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 does the bride wear something old and something new?

The custom stems from an Old English rhyme, "Something old, something new, something borrowed, something blue, and a sixpence in her shoe..." Brides throughout the decades have taken care to include these touches in their bridal outfit, a nod to tradition and superstition. The symbolism: continuity, optimism for the future, borrowed happiness, fidelity, and good fortune.

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."

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

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