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City of Pasadena Engagement Session | Suzie + Cliff

Welcome to my blog.  Today I want to share with you Suzie and Cliff's engagement photos as their wedding day is just around the corner.  These beautiful engagement photos were taken in the City of Pasadena, California.  Thanks to Evoke Photography for sharing these lovely photos.  I'm so excited about their wedding and can't wait to help put it all together.  Congratulatons Suzie and Cliff!

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Altadena Town & Country Club Wedding | Sandra + James

Sandra and James are the type of people that are so appreciative, so sincere, and so in love that, as a wedding coordinator, you can’t help but get caught up in the emotion of the day. The lovely couple chose to get married at the Altadena Town and Country Club, a beautiful wedding venue with a unique charm and personality.  Thank you both for allowing me to share in your special day.

 

Wedding Coordinator: Beverly Harris Weddings & Events (Thanks to my awesome assistants: Vanessa Segui, Stacy Trujeque and Melody Martinez)
Venue: Altadena Town & Country Club
Hair/Make-Up Artist: Yana Beauty Studio
DJ: Hey Mister DJ
Flowers: Creative Floral Designs
Photographer: Bella Pictures
Violinist: Reiko Nakano
Transportation: Corporate Coach Charter & Tours
Cake: Pastries by Nancy

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Balboa Bay Club & Resort - Newport Beach Wedding | Robyn + Jeremy

A few weeks ago, I attended Robin and Jeremy's housewarming party.  I'm so grateful that more than a year after their wedding at the beautiful Balboa Bay Club and Resort Newport Beach, I'm still apart of their life.  Robin and Jeremy were not only one of my favorite client's, but they are very good friends.  I look forward to sharing in more events with them.  Congratulations Robin and Jeremy on your new home.

Wedding Coordinator: Beverly Harris WeddingsDonald Norris Photography & Events (A big thank you to my assistants: Chalyse Wynne, Chantelle McMillian and Stephanie Wu)

Venue: Balboa Bay Club and Resort - Newport Beach

Hair Stylist: Tiffany Monday

Make-up Artist: Make-up by Berit

Linens: Stefanie's Linens & More

Florist: Bella Fiore

Photographer: Donald Norris Photography

Chairs: Fusion Linens

Videographer:  A Timeless Memory

Officiant: Sharone Rosen

Ceremony Music: Pat Maki Players

DJ: Charisma Entertainment

Cake: Sweet Art Wedding Cake

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Survive a Summer Wedding with Tips on What NOT to Wear ! (taken from Slice.ca website interview)

Renée Strauss, owner of Beverly Hills bridal boutique Renée Strauss for the Bride and host of Slice show Brides of Beverly Hills, shares her top 5 do’s and don’ts for summer wedding fashion:

1. Brides always come first! After they all, they are the main attraction. Stay away from heavy fabrics. Silk chiffon and organza draped and flowing are both lightweight and comfortable alternatives. If you’re looking for a more formal look, crisp and fresh silk taffeta with a full ballroom skirt and a flowing train give a lush appearance without being heavy.

2. Grooms in Europe are wearing dashing brocades in ivory and even pastels. I often see linen jackets paired with beautifully tailored trousers.

3. The Mother of the Bride and Mother of the Groom are the First Ladies of the wedding! It’s wonderful if they can discuss the colour scheme with the bride. In my part of the world, we even incorporate step-in-laws into the wedding parties, which, if not handled with care can quickly become the out-laws! No matter how stunning these women may be, they cannot possibly upstage the bride. So as long as it is tasteful and culturally/religiously appropriate, they will look beautiful.

4. Bridesmaids chiffon is in! Tea-length/cocktail length is in demand even for more formal weddings but you still cannot go wrong with long, full-length gowns. Designer Bill Levkoff makes flowy bridesmaids dresses with well-constructed bodices that flatter all shapes and sizes. Therefore, I always recommend their line when the bridal party faces these challenges. Eggplant and soft pink are the most popular colour choices!

5. Flowergirls steal the show! The little angels look adorable in just about anything. It is important, however, to be careful that the dresses not be too long. The active living dolls can get very excited and once they start twirling, there can be risk of injury if they stumble on their hemline. Neutrals like white and ivory, depending upon the bride’s gown, are the most lovely. If the bride wears white, so should the flowergirls. The same goes for ivory

You can visit Renée Strauss at her website http://www.reneestrauss.com/

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Need Hotel Accommodations Assistance? Try HelmsBriscoe!

Farrah Tauvaa, Manager of Global Accounts

Whether you are booking a social event, a destination wedding, a large scale association meeting, or smaller corporate function, HelmsBriscoe can locate, evaluate and contract the ideal venue. Best of all, this comes at no cost to you.

Once we identify venues that match your criteria, we negotiate rates and concessions and facilitate the contracting process. As a client, you receive the highest possible return on your meeting, because your event has been negotiated and secured by an organization with the purchasing power and know-how that comes with booking more than $675 million in room nights in 2010 alone. In addition you, our client, remain in control throughout the entire process. We represent your interests. With HB, you just added more than 1200 professionals to your team!

A few key points to help you with your site selection process:

1. We can help you search for the perfect location and there is no additional cost for the service.
2. Rates are not increased due to our involvement (this is included in the hotel's contract)
3. We have access to exclusive promotions and perks just for you
4. We can help you coordinate site inspections upon request
5. We guarantee we will bring you value and happy to provide you with a cost savings worksheet on the hotel of your choice

Contact Information: 

Farrah Tauvaa, Regional Director

ftauvaa@HelmsBriscoe.com

Phone: (800) 397-0054

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Wedding Inspiration: Oooh and Aaah Factor!

Question: Beverly my wedding is going to be simple, but elegant.  My mom and I would like to know how to incorporate the "Oooh and Aaah" factor into a simple, but elegant wedding?

Answer:  This is a great question.  Whether you are having a wedding that is simple, elaborate, elegant or plain you should always incorporate the "Oooh and Aaah" factor into your wedding.  What that is will be based on your budget. 

If  you have a sizable budget to work with, you can go with an elaborate ice sculpture so long as it is not going to sit outdoors in the summer months.  I also like the idea of illuminated bubble bars. If you want your focal point to be on your centerpieces, go with very tall floral arrangement with crystals and and lights shining down on each centerpiece.  Or have a lighted dance floor.  If you plan to have steak, chicken or salmon, also have a food station set alone that serves sliders, tiny hot dogs in a blanket (junk food) or an ice cream bar or a candy station/dessert station, etc.

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If you have a modest budget, you can use up lights around the room.  Use candles as your centerpieces that sit on mirror plates.  If it's a winter season wedding, place white crystals on your place cad table to make it look like snow. 

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