Agoura Hills Wedding | Rebecca + Gian

OMG, It's Here! Backstage Bridal Pro Acadamy Has Launched!

Created by Tami Brown of Fabulously Wed and Lisa Smith of Gabbi Grace Events, Backstage Bridal Pro Academy was developed to bring a broader and more comprehensive education program to aspiring, novice and veteran wedding planners like you! They will provide you with tools and applications that can be immediately implemented into your business to ensure a greater level of success.  Go to Backstage Bridal Pro for more information and hope to see you there!

Ask Beverly: Is an outdoor wedding less expensive than an indoor wedding in a ballroom?

Beverly I'm on a budget and was wondering if having my wedding outdoors in less expensive than an indoor wedding in a ballroom?

No, when you add in all the things you'll need to rent (like tents, tables, chairs, silverware, china lights, etc.) it can add up to even more.  So don't rule this option out, as you can make it work in your budget, but don't look at this as an always cheaper answer to your prayers. The same goes for an at home wedding.  Once you add in extra rental expenses and the costs for before and after site cleaning, it can run you more in the final budget.

Photo by Gloria Mesa Photography

Beverly Harris Weddings & Events

(310) 487-9698

What are the qualities of a good wedding consultant?

Wedding consultants are known for saving time and money for their clients.  Some qualities to look for in a wedding consultant:

• Experience: A good track record is usually the best guide, so check references and talk frankly with previous clients.
• Professionalism: The consultant should understand the wedding business. 
• Congeniality: A congenial consultant works with you: they won't pressure you into decisions you aren't comfortable making.
• Good chemistry:  It's important that you feel comfortable with the consultant that you'll work with.  Is this someone who you'll want to spend time with? Confide in?
• Excellent listening skills: Your consultant is going to plan your wedding. They are a good listener.
• Courtesy: A consultant's manners may indicate how well they will work with you.  This person will be your wedding expert and will also serve as your intermediary with officiants, site managers, vendors, and even members of the wedding party.  You want to be represented positively.

Contact Beverly Harris Weddings & Events today at (310) 487-9698.

Becky + Gian Wedding | Club Style!



white swag, white lounge furniture, white bubble bar, white food station

stir fry food station



a wedding set for a prince & princess



mac & cheese food station with a huge white floral



white lounge furniture and an area setup for the older folks



hand-painted photo of the lovely couple



white candles and a white flower centerpiece



chandeliers over the white dance floor



white cabana roped off for the bridal party with champagne inside



a mirror to add a more contemporary look



here's a close-up of the bubble bar



an elegant table setting



a close-up of that beautiful hand painting



coffee station



setup for the older folks



Thanks to Imperial Party Rentals and Kitchen12000

Beverly Harris Weddings & Events

(310) 487-9698

Paolo Costagli is celebrating women for the month of September with the "It's All About You" Contest.

Paolo Costagli is celebrating women for the month of September with the "It's All About You" Contest. Sometimes women forget that they deserve and need to treat themselves. Join us in celebrating "you" by entering your information below for a chance to win a Paolo Costagli Blue Sapphire Ring from the Ombre Collection. You may enter the contest starting 6 a.m. Eastern Time, September 1, 2011, and ending 11 p.m. September 30, 2011 (Limit one entry per individual.). One winner will be chosen randomly and announced Monday, October 17, 2011.

By entering your information, you will also receive news on the latest designer jewels, collections plus exclusive access to private events.

Click here for complete contest rules and details.

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711 Fifth Avenue
New York, NY 10022
www.paolocostagli.com
Phone: 212-974-9360
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Ask Beverly: What should I be doing a week before my wedding?

Some brides find it hard to relax and leave all the final details to the professionals (wedding vendors).  Here's a list of "TO DO's" I provide my clients one week prior to the wedding.

1 Week Before the Wedding

• Pamper yourself with a relaxing massage, a manicure and a facial treatment.
• The groom will want to get a haircut.
• Give final count to the reception facility, caterer and bartending service.
• Remind men in the wedding party to pick up their formal wear and to double check the fit.
• Prepare your toasts of thanks to family and friends to be presented at the reception.
• Make a schedule outlining the details of the wedding day and give a copy to each person in the wedding party at your rehearsal.
• Pack for your honeymoon.
• Mail "thank you" gifts to parents to arrive just after the wedding.
 

1 to 2 Days Before the Wedding

• Attend the rehearsal with the minister/officiant, and wedding party.
• Enjoy your rehearsal dinner with family and friends.
• Set aside a quiet time to exchange gifts with your partner.
• Take a long, soaking, relaxing, warm bath before going to bed.
• Do your best to get to bed early the night before your wedding.

Beverly Harris Weddings & Events

(310) 487-9698