Archive for February, 2010

L’Auberge Del Mar | San Diego Wedding Venue

Saturday, February 27th, 2010

Nestled in the seaside town of Del Mar, LAuberge Del Mar is a premiere hotel and wedding local in Souther California. With beautiful decks and an unobscured view of the California coastline, this gorgeous hotel is a premier option for any bride looking for an unexpected and beautiful location.
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Red Corral Ranch | Austin, TX

Friday, February 26th, 2010

We have hosted weddings with Brides and Grooms from all over Texas! Our Central Texas wedding venue is an ideal location for everyone. Whether your guests stay with us or one of our nearby Bed & Breakfast friends, your guests will have the best of the Texas Hill Country to enjoy. We are the not-too-far-from-home destination wedding for you.

Red Corral Ranch is an 1,100 acre natural sanctuary, nestled in the heart of the Texas Hill Country near Wimberley.

Red Corral Ranch is an enchanting, close to nature wedding destination.

The Inn at Wild Rose Hall | Austin, TX

Friday, February 26th, 2010

Imagine…

- having your wedding on a lush green lawn, under a canopy of 100 year old oak trees

- a setting so comfortable and so peaceful there’s just no way to get stressed out.

- your friends and family gathering around you in a beautiful Texas Hill Country ranch home

- dancing the night away under the twinkling lights of our covered veranda.

- spending the night in our beautiful and romantic bridal suite.

- the wedding you have always dreamed about becoming a reality under the Texas stars.

The Inn at Wild Rose Hall,

where your imagination becomes reality.

The Allan House | Austin, TX

Friday, February 26th, 2010

Located in the heart of Downtown Austin, The Allan House offers a truly unique place for people to gather. Recently named the Best Spot for an Austin Wedding, the Victorian mansion and spacious courtyard provide the perfect balance of indoor and outdoor space for wedding ceremonies, receptions, bridal showers, rehearsal dinners, and special events of any kind.

Our philosophy is that The Allan House is the stage on which you create your vision. Our flexibility is our hallmark. We’re happy to recommend, but do not require that you use our Preferred Vendors.

We pride ourselves on offering our clients an affordable and accommodating venue in which to hold your special event. We offer payment plans and will personalize your time frame and rental rate in order to accommodate smaller events whenever possible.

Angel Springs Event Center | Austin, TX

Friday, February 26th, 2010

Our hill country styled wedding and reception venue is located on a secluded hill surrounded by majestic oak trees. A courtyard and grand entrance greet your guests as they arrive to share your special day. Soaring ceilings rise over the main hall, which can seat 200 guests. A private bride’s suite and groom’s den await them and their attendants.  We are located just a few miles north of Austin, Texas.

Unbridaled Dress Boutique | Austin, TX

Friday, February 26th, 2010

Unbridaled is “the cure for the uncommon bride.”

We offer bridal and bridesmaids fashions that are as unique as the girl wearing them.  We have a diverse selection of dress styles and prices that will befit any bride and the style of wedding she is creating.

From simple elegance, to short and sassy, to destination, to couture gowns, to vintage-inspired, and even eco-friendly, Unbridaled offers an eclectic assortment of fashion-forward formal wear that let’s the brides personality shine through.

Unbridaled offers a refreshing and modern shopping experience.  You will enjoy spacious fitting rooms with large mirrors, pedestals, and seating for your guests.

We have enjoyed working with hundreds of Austin brides and bridesmaids for five years and look forward to many more.

The Driskill Hotel | Austin, TX

Friday, February 26th, 2010

Built in 1886 as the showplace of cattle baron Jesse Driskill, The Driskill Hotel remains a landmark of Texas hospitality. As a member of The Historic Hotels of America and Associated Luxury Hotels International, The Driskill offers an elite level of luxury and service to rank as one the world’s finest hotels.

The Driskill Hotel is the premier site for Austin weddings and is unrivaled when it comes to romantic wedding receptions. The Driskill’s majestic rooms are ideal for the grandest of wedding receptions, and the superb staff has a reputation for excellence, discretion and thoughtfulness. No other Austin wedding location provides the level of service offered by The Driskill. From creating a personalized menu and selecting a cake to reserving guestrooms, the staff is pleased to accommodate your needs.

Austin Museum of Art – Laguna Gloria | Austin, TX

Friday, February 26th, 2010

AMOA-Laguna Gloria is an indoor/outdoor venue that consists of twelve acres of some of the most beautiful parkland in central Texas, including a mile of Lake Austin shoreline. Home to the Austin Museum of Art-Laguna Gloria, the site features a Mediterranean-style villa built in 1916 by Clara Driscoll, best known as savior of the Alamo. The house and surrounding grounds are listed on local, state, and federal historic site registries. Centrally located off 35th Street and MoPac, AMOA-Laguna Gloria is only a 15-minute drive from downtown Austin.

Consider Carrying a Family Pendant

Friday, February 26th, 2010

By: Jennifer Juhos

Some of us may not be so lucky as to have all our loved ones at our wedding.  Fortunately, there are ways to honor those family members or dear friends who are no longer with us.

A simple & thoughtful way to preserve the memory of someone is by keeping a single ceremony chair in the front row empty with a lovely note or ribbon.  Guests will take notice and walk by the chair to find a subtle, kind remembrance.

Keep someone close to your heart while you walk down the aisle by attaching a charm or small photo of him/her.  A florist will be able to pin or incorporate the item into your bouquet or ribbon handle.

Keep someone’s memory close by adding a fashionable heirloom to your wedding attire.  Broaches or vintage jewelry will bring flair to most dress styles and allow you to share a legacy of someone meaningful to you.

Incorporate a photo or series of photos in a visible area of your wedding to keep a memory alive.  A sign in or escort card table during cocktail hour may seem perfect so that guests can take their time viewing the photos.  Another area may be a fireplace mantle or coffee table in a lounge area.

These subtle gestures will involve your guests and allow you to keep your memories close!

The Blog: Chic Pinatas | Wedding Decor

Friday, February 26th, 2010

Hi Novias!

So you may have seen these floating around the blogosphere. But, we had to share!! These chic super styley pinatas definitely take those old cartoon standbys and well convince us we don’t have to settle for just a run of the mill pinata.  These options are definitely going to knock the socks off your guests.

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Casa Fuster | Barcelona, SP

Thursday, February 25th, 2010

Without a doubt Hotel Casa Fuster is the most emblematic property of the Hoteles Center chain. Located in the heart of Barcelona it is the jewel in the crown of famous Catalan architect Lluís Domenech i Montaner, symbolizing the spirit of modernism in its most utmost splendor. The hotel holds a 5 star luxury grand monument rating and offers superior and meticulous attention to every last detail; ideal for both business and leisure travelers alike.

The building has been restored to perfection while being converted into an establishment of a great luxury for the city of Barcelona. It’s one of the five selected hotels by The Leading Small Hotels of the World for offering it’s guests unmatched luxury service.

The Blog: Kelli Murray Save The Dates

Thursday, February 25th, 2010

Ok so we love getting little reminders and notes from different artists around the blogosphere.  Sometimes we even subscribe to different blogs.  Ok actually we subscribe to a lot of different blogs to get reminders on what the deal is….So when we got this cool little RSS Feed from Aaron Shintaku we had to take a look.

These SAVE THE DATES are so rock and roll so for our rock and roll week (or shall we say month or months!) we are bringing you some totally incredible designs from Kelli Murray.

Kelli these are insane!

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Hotel Omm | Barcelona, SP

Thursday, February 25th, 2010

BARCELONA. DOWNTOWN. PASEO DE GRACIA CONTEMPORARY COOL. A MODERN DESIGN BOUTIQUE HOTEL WITH ARTISTIC STYLETHE LUXURY OF WELLBEING & SPA. DESIGN, GASTRONOMY AND WINE CELLAR AWARDED ROOFTOP TERRACE AND POOL WITH VIEWS OF GAUDI’S CASA MILÁ… Have a small wedding on the 6th floor with a panoramic view of the Paseo De Gracia or a larger wedding near by the hotel in a stately home with private gardens and a library.

EN BARCELONA, CENTRICO, PASEO DE GRACIA MODERNO CON ENCANTO HOTEL BOUTIQUE DE DISEÑO EL LUJO DEL BIENESTAR PREMIOS DE DISEÑO GASTRONOMIA Y BODEGA SPA Y PELUQUERIA TERRAZA CON PISCINA Y VISTAS A LA CASA MILA

Wedded Luxe l New York Wedding Planner

Thursday, February 25th, 2010

It’s not about the amount of money you spend on your wedding but the quality of the service you receive. No matter your budget, you should have the best wedding planning experience possible and adding luxury will do the trick!

Wedded Luxe is more than just wedding planning, it’s a couples’ support system throughout their wedding planning process.  As your wedding planner, Wedded Luxe will be there to help you pick the best vendors, stay within your budget, design your wedding according to your personality and so much more.

Code Pink Boot Camp

Thursday, February 25th, 2010

CODE PINK Boot Camp specializes in women’s fitness for all levels and abilities. It was founded and is operated by a woman, for women! With over 26 years of experience in group training, there is a great variety of exercises you will learn. Come and enjoy a fun, safe and very effective boot camp workout where you will enjoy something different, everyday!

“Your wedding day is one of the most exciting days of your life! You want to look radiant, feel fit and beautiful! Sometimes shedding 10lbs. or so has to happen fast! We make it happen fast! Dedicated women in camp often lose 12lbs in just one month’s session. Code Pink Boot Camp is dedicated to helping women look and feel their very best. We have some terrific bridal packages!”

Bridal Package 1: When a bride registers alone she receives the 5-day package for the 3-day price of $199 ($100 savings)

Bridal Package 2: When a bride registers with a minimum of 4 bridesmaids (or mother, aunt, etc.) The bride gets boot camp free. The bridesmaids receive the 5-day package for the 3-day price $199 ($100 savings)

Bridal Package 3: We offer 1 co-ed camp. (Mission Viejo 6:30 p.m.) When the bride and groom register together for the 5-day session, the groom gets boot camp for free!

Sand, Surf, Romance: Shutters on the Beach

Thursday, February 25th, 2010

Close you’re your eyes and imagine the sounds of the sea, the caress of a warm breeze, and the majestic view just outside Shutters on the Beach. Located on prime coastline in Santa Monica, Shutters is a posh, sophisticated venue featuring pristine beaches, a stunning poolside reception area and luxurious accommodations. You’ll forever remember the moment you said I Do at Shutters.

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Courtesy of Shutters On The Beach

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Courtesy of Shutters On The Beach

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Courtesy of Shutters On The Beach

Inspiration #26: Rosy Pink, Turquoise, & Tainted Snow

Wednesday, February 24th, 2010
With winter still here, we thought we would bring some beautiful photos from winter weddings for those Novias planning their weddings in places where yes snow still falls in March, April and even May.
This is a gorgeous wedding direct from the beautiful website Style Me Pretty.
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images from the Style Me Pretty blog and Jessica Claire photography
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Tuesday Tip: How to Make Owl Swizzle Sticks

Tuesday, February 23rd, 2010

Ok.  So with all the rock-n-roll wedding themed info we have been providing, we wanted to give you a new twist.  Another big trend hitting the wedding world, as you may have noticed, is the OWL!  These birds are everywhere.  From invites and menus to his and her chairs. For this post, we wanted to bring you a cool how to video on HOW TO create these adorable swizzle sticks straight from designer extraordinaire Jesi Haack:

How-to w/ Jesi Haack weddings from CraftHouse Productions on Vimeo.

Registry Ideas We Love: Deposit a Gift

Tuesday, February 23rd, 2010

By Veronika Lazabal

Ladies, let’s talk about gift registries. They can be a great way to pick and choose what you’d love to receive for your new home. Plus, they’re the perfect way for friends and family to shop for you and your beau without stressing over whether or not you’re going to like what’s in the box.

But what happens when you’ve already got a toaster, dishes, and not one, but two glass punchbowls? What if what you really want is to take a fabulous honeymoon, or make some home repairs on that great little fixer-upper that you just put a down payment on? Let’s face it, times are tough right now, and sometimes cash would just make the perfect present. Not that you would ever ask for money as a wedding present… it’s just not done, right?

Well Deposit a Gift is changing the way a lot of people think about gift registries! Forget impersonal envelopes of dollar bills or standing in department store lines to exchange that food processor for cash. Deposit a Gift is an online cash gift registry service.

Here’s how it works: You sign up online, and set up your very own wedding page—where your guests can go to get updates on the big day, wedding details, see pics of you and your future hubby, and check out your registry. You can let your peeps know exactly what you’d like, and they contribute money towards specific parts of your dream. Instead of buying you “stuff” they put dinero into an account that you can cash out after the big day.

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Total flexibility… and completely hassle free. Now there’s a bright idea in wedding registries! Check below for an example of what your registry site could look like and some video tutorials!

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How to Create a Registry

 

How to Give a Gift

The Blog: Creative Wedding Invitations

Monday, February 22nd, 2010

Check out these awesome super-creative wedding invitations! They are so unique and fun…It’s to die for!

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Take a look at these invitations that were a part of a “Theatre-themed” wedding! Such a creative and fun way for guests to receive these cute invites in the mail!

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Do you guys remember those 3-D Magic Eye books that used to be so popular a long time ago?? Why not bring back the old-time trend with your loved ones by sending them a “Magic Eye” invite! They’ll have fun putting on those funny 3-d glasses while trying to figure out the secret message.

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It’s always nice to incorporate your culture, religion, or traditions into your wedding. This “Day of the Dead” themed invitation shows how you can remember your ancestors and loved ones along with your wedding celebration!

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This invitation doesnt even need an explanation. It shows that a little bit of creativity can go a long way!

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Image courtesy of Pink Posh Photography

Real Wedding: Danielle & Alex in Ilhabela, Brazil

Monday, February 22nd, 2010

How did you and the groom meet?

Alex and I met online: we were both accepted to the same graduate program at Johns Hopkins, and there was an online forum where you could meet the other incoming students. I asked if anyone else spoke Portuguese, and Alex was the only one who did. After meeting for drinks one night in Brazil, we spent the next year emailing and talking over the phone because we went to different campuses; I was in Italy and he was in Washington DC.

How long did you date before getting engaged? How did he propose?

Once we were together in the same city, it didn’t take long before we both knew we were meant to be together, and we were talking about getting married soon after. Our wedding was more than four years after our first posts to the online student forum!

Images from Ale Borges blog
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What were the main colors & theme of your wedding? Is there any significance to your colors?

Our colors were red, purple, and deep pink. I wanted to create an ambiance full of powerful, bold colors against the backdrop of white linens and calming blue waters. I am pretty girly, and many of my guests said that the decorations really reflected my personality.

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How did you choose your wedding venue?

My family lives in Rio de Janeiro and Alex’s in Sao Paulo. We wanted a location that wouldn’t really favor either family, and someplace that would be safe and easy for foreign travelers. Alex had grown up spending vacations at his family’s beachhouse facing the island of Ilhabela, and it so it held quite a bit of sentimental value.

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Once we decided on Ilhabela, the venue itself was easy; it was the best place on the island for a wedding. The pier had outdoor space with views of the marina and the mainland and benefited from an indoor reception area with air conditioning, bathrooms, a full kitchen, and a bar. As an added benefit, it was at the edge of town, so guests were able to have a variety of hotels and inns to choose from within walking distance to the venue.

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Did you integrate any special elements?

I said my vows in English and Alex said in Portuguese, and then we danced our first dance to salsa music in Spanish!

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In Brazil, the recent trend has been to give Havaiana flipflops as party favors, which all of the out of town guests adored. Did I mention this made everyone able to kick off their heels early in the evening and keep the dancing going until late? We also had a traditional Brazilian wedding cookie, “bem casados”, wrapped up in little linens and bows for guests to take with them.

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As a gift from one of our guests, we had locally made gourmet popsicles handed out of an ice cream cart to keep guests cool at during the reception.

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What part did your coordinator play in helping you make those decisions?

My mother-in-law is amazing; she’s the best coordinator I could have ever hoped for. She helped find the best vendors in the area, talking to people who had done weddings in the area to see what they recommended. I also spent hours looking at photos from other brides who had gotten married in the same location and was able to determine what decorator, caterer, etc. I knew would fit my tastes just from the photos.

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My wedding coordinator got involved in the last month or so of the wedding planning;  she made sure that all of the vendors knew what their roles were and orchestrated the activities on the day of the wedding. She was also a great source of support for all of the guests who didn’t speak Portuguese.

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What would you do different?

I fell down the stairs after getting ready; right before walking down the aisle! A few words of wisdom: wait to put your heels on at the ceremony site. If they’re brand new and leather bottomed, they’re likely to be slippery.

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Vendors / Proveedores

Photography: Alexandre Borges
Hair and Makeup: Guida’s Cabeleireiros – (12) 3896-3479
Venue: Píer 151 – Mariana, (12) 3896-1288 –
Buffet & catering: Trópikos (12) 3935-7575
Decorations: Mara Perez
Ice Cream: Sorvete Rocha: José Medeiros
Cake, sweets, and party favors: Ana Luiza – analuizasm@ibest.com.br
Furniture: Mercador
DJ: Hermes Pinna – djhermespinna@gmail.com
Hotel: Fita Azul

Exclusive Access: Quiero Mi Boda Season 1

Saturday, February 20th, 2010

Chicas, we are excited to bring you full access to Quiero Mi Boda Season 1… Watch current episodes and see whats coming up!

Click on the links below to watch your favorite episodes.

Quiero Mi Boda: Season 1

Beth & Josh

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Beth and Josh’s wedding story at ages 20 and 21, seems to have been pulled
out straight from a fairy tale. At a young age, and with no financial support from
their families, the couple has managed to use their life savings to have their
dream wedding… Vegas style. With an 11p.m. curfew, no cooking experience,
and very little income, the Mexican bride is convinced that this is the perfect
time to get married. Her parents, set on their strong conservative Mexican ways,
are totally convinced of the opposite and truly doubt their daughter is ready to
become a traditional housewife. On the other hand, Joshua’s all American
family would be more than happy to see their son marry, only of course, if his
future wife converts to Christianity. It almost seems like Beth’s Catholic Mexican
wedding with church bells ringing and mariachis playing might just not happen
as she dreamt. The only thing certain about Beth and Josh is the true love for
each other and their desperate desire to finally be away from their parents’
rules.

Ethel & Martin

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When Martin and Ethel decided to take their relationship to the next level, they
realized how different Jewish New Yorkers really are from Catholic Guatemalans.
To start off, Ethel as any full on Latin bride would do, is determined to pull an all
nighter Latino dance reception party, far from knowing that Martin and his
family strictly refuse to dance at all. Absolutely nothing guarantees family
integration, especially considering the language barrier that will present itself as
a major obstacle on party day. And to top it all off, Martin is getting fed up with
his in laws’ cultural demands and Ethel’s insistence to have her dog be part of
the ceremony. The clock will tick and unforeseen troubles might just cause the
groom to be late to his own Wedding! With all the drama going on, will this be a
white wedding or will it be the bloodiest battle of the year?

Cindy & Maykel

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One might think that Cindy and Maykel don’t have many differences. They’re
both from Caribbean islands, both are successful professionals and both have
interesting personalities. But Cindy is the typical intense Dominican bride who
wants to micromanage her own wedding and she is dragging Maykel down
with her. However, it has been Cindy’s strong character that has united her with
Maykel and pulled her away from her parents’ strict Pentecostal religion. After
leaving countless voicemails citing bible quotes, Cindy’s parents have had to
accept the reality of a non-religious ceremony. And it doesn’t end here. Open
bar consumption and Ice sculpture shots might just lead Cindy’s parents to
exiting the party before they even cut the cake. It seems that this couple is
about to discover the true consequences of merging two strong Caribbean
Cultures.

Coming Soon…

Yisel & Max

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At first glance, Yisel and Max might seem like your typical soon-to-be-married
couple. But everyone has a story to tell and Yisel and Max’s love story is anything
but average. First of all, Yisel comes from a traditional Catholic Mexican family
where the norm is for the woman to serve her man at all times no matter what;
Yisel won¹t have any of that. On top of it all, she has been putting up with her
mother setting her up with “nice Mexican boys” all because she is the oldest of
four siblings where two have already gotten married.
Enter Max, the dashing Air Force pilot who seems like everything Yisel has
dreamed about in a man. Not so fast though. There’s a catch: Max lives in a
different state, moves frequently from military base to military base, he’s five and
a half years Yisel’s junior and must be married by a rabbi, per his father’s wishes.
All these obstacles have turned Yisel into such a stressful mess that she’s lost
almost 15 pounds! And if that wasn’t enough, she’s been forced to find a rabbi
all by herself in addition to planning her own wedding because Max is so far
away. Will she be able to make it to the altar in one piece or will she lose it all to
a nervous breakdown?

Click here for a Sneak Peak!
Premiering February 22nd 2010 on MTV Tr3s @ 9pm

Rukiya & Jose

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Being an interracial couple is the smallest difference Rukiya and Jose have
faced over the course of their relationship. With a very strict Haitian mother, a
father who has been around very little and a set of traditional Dominican
parents Rukiya and Jose are still trying to find a tactful way to tell their families
about the engagement. However this is not an easy task. Fearing their parents’
reactions has led Jose and Rukiya to hold off on spilling the news until a month
before the wedding. Jose’s Dominican family wants a civil wedding first and a
church wedding much after, but Rukiya’s strong tempered Haitian mother
would never accept her daughter living with a man unless married under the
eyes of God. Rukiya wants a three language ceremony, which Jose opposes.
Jose wants a Dominican cake and Rukiya wants a Haitian one. With endless
fights on the way, a month might be a lot for this couple. Will they make it to the
wedding day together or will they just have to end up calling the whole thing
off?

Premiering March 1st 2010 on MTV Tr3s @ 9pm

Heather & Hector

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The Latino vibe captured Heather’s heart after she moved to Miami’s crowded
melting pot. After living the American style of life, Heather is now fascinated with
her very own sexy Latin lover. But little did she know that she was marrying him
and a whole new culture as well. From deciding on locations to decoration
colors and center pieces, Hector has done it all, and he’s done it in his own
Dominican way. Unfortunately, for this couple, the Dominican way does not
necessarily work. Changing venues and cancelled churches have led Heather
to question Hector’s abilities and have forced her to learn Spanish and the
couple to travel to Santo Domingo. As Heather puts her wedding puzzle
together and attempts to understand the Dominican slang, she slowly learns
what her wedding is about, certainly the opposite of what she ever imagined.

Premiering March 8th 2010 on MTV Tr3s @ 9pm

Indri & Victor

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Talk about lost in translation! Indri and Victor who hail from Indonesia and
Mexico, have decided to get married after five long and difficult years of
communication problems and religious differences (Indri is Muslim and Victor is
Catholic)… While Indri tries to pass Victor off as Muslim, he’s becoming annoyed
at the entire situation. Therefore they have come to the conclusion of having a
civil ceremony all to the dismay of Indri’s stubborn dad who is doing all he can
to impose his Indonesian customs in the mix. Victor is starting to feel out of place
not only because of the cultural differences but also because his family won’t
be able to make it to the wedding due to the fact that they don’t have the
required US visas. Will Victor be able to put his foot down and have his Mexican
traditions take center stage or will Indri’s Indonesian traditions make a coup out
of the whole wedding?

Premiering March 15th 2010 on MTV Tr3s @ 9pm

The Blog: Bird & Lavender Details

Friday, February 19th, 2010

We love everything birds and dry flowers, they just add the perfect touch to an already beautiful wedding.

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Images courtesy of Pink Posh Photography

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Images courtesy of Pink Posh Photography

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Images courtesy of Pink Posh Photography

Quiero Mi Boda: Cindy & Maykel in Tampa, FL

Friday, February 19th, 2010


One might think that Cindy and Maykel don’t have many differences. They’re
both from Caribbean islands, both are successful professionals and both have
interesting personalities. But Cindy is the typical intense Dominican bride who
wants to micromanage her own wedding and she is dragging Maykel down
with her. However, it has been Cindy’s strong character that has united her with
Maykel and pulled her away from her parents’ strict Pentecostal religion. After
leaving countless voicemails citing bible quotes, Cindy’s parents have had to
accept the reality of a non-religious ceremony. And it doesn’t end here. Open
bar consumption and Ice sculpture shots might just lead Cindy’s parents to
exiting the party before they even cut the cake. It seems that this couple is
about to discover the true consequences of merging two strong Caribbean
Cultures.

Quiero Mi Boda: Ethel & Martin in Miami, FL

Friday, February 19th, 2010

When Martin and Ethel decided to take their relationship to the next level, they
realized how different Jewish New Yorkers really are from Catholic Guatemalans.
To start off, Ethel as any full on Latin bride would do, is determined to pull an all
nighter Latino dance reception party, far from knowing that Martin and his
family strictly refuse to dance at all. Absolutely nothing guarantees family
integration, especially considering the language barrier that will present itself as
a major obstacle on party day. And to top it all off, Martin is getting fed up with
his in laws’ cultural demands and Ethel’s insistence to have her dog be part of
the ceremony. The clock will tick and unforeseen troubles might just cause the
groom to be late to his own Wedding! With all the drama going on, will this be a
white wedding or will it be the bloodiest battle of the year?

Want to see the next episode? Click here!

Quiero Mi Boda: Bethsabe & Joshua in Las Vegas, NV

Friday, February 19th, 2010

Beth and Josh’s wedding story at ages 20 and 21, seems to have been pulled
out straight from a fairy tale. At a young age, and with no financial support from
their families, the couple has managed to use their life savings to have their
dream wedding… Vegas style. With an 11p.m. curfew, no cooking experience,
and very little income, the Mexican bride is convinced that this is the perfect
time to get married. Her parents, set on their strong conservative Mexican ways,
are totally convinced of the opposite and truly doubt their daughter is ready to
become a traditional housewife. On the other hand, Joshua’s all American
family would be more than happy to see their son marry, only of course, if his
future wife converts to Christianity. It almost seems like Beth’s Catholic Mexican
wedding with church bells ringing and mariachis playing might just not happen
as she dreamt. The only thing certain about Beth and Josh is the true love for
each other and their desperate desire to finally be away from their parents’
rules.

Want to see the next episode? Click here!

De la pista a la boda Pasillo: Tendencias en las Bodas de 2010

Friday, February 19th, 2010

Por: Candice Lapin

Buscando inspiración para su boda? Una novia-a-ser no tiene que mirar más allá de la pista de aterrizaje para algunos grandes tendencias nuevas y las paletas de colores para una boda. Este Primavera colores, negros y blancos, flores grandes y paletas de inspiración étnica arrasaron las pistas de Milan, Nueva York, Brazil y Paris. ¿Cómo es posible traducir esta temporada Ready-to-Wear tendencias en algo listos para el matrimonio?

1. Colores Atrevidos

Hay tantas maneras diferentes de incorporar colores vivos en su día grande. Considere la posibilidad de una gama de colores de rosa y naranja para su fiesta de primavera. Puede seleccionar tonos de estos colores como un coral en caliente y un encendedor de color naranja para mezclar un poco. A continuación, iniciar la selección de la forma de llevar en sus colores de la firma en toda la boda.

Para empezar, ponga sus damas de honor en colores fuertes. Y hablas con su florista acerca de la incorporación de los colores fuertes en su ramo de personal y flor en el ojal de su novio. Hablas con su proveedor de comida para introducir sus colores en la comida or en los platos.

Recuerde, se trata de toques de color. Entonces, considera la corbata.  O introducir colores fuertes en las cajas a favor o en la una torta.

Por una playa de inspiración de la boda, combinar un color verde inusual como chartreuse con aguamarina. Puede introducir el azul a través de su servilletas y vasos de agua. A continuación, utilice el color verde brillante en su florales.

2. Blanco y negro

Obtener inspirado en blanco y negro. Perfecto para una fiesta por la noche o simplemente para añadir un toque de Swank para su evento.  Blanco y negro es pura simplicidad para una boda. Para sus vestidos y ropa de las damas de honor, se puede tirar en sencillos vestidos de negro.

La mejor parte de esta idea es que sus damas de honor pueden llevar el mismo vestido negro o que pueden mezclar y combinar con vestidos de negro que coinciden con su forma y estilo de la carrocería.

Obtener inspirado en blanco y negro. Perfecto para una boda por la noche o simplemente para añadir un toque de Swank para la recepción de su boda. La combinación de blanco y negro es pura simplicidad.

Para vestimenta sus damas de honor, se puede usar sencillos vestidos negro. La mejor parte de esta idea es que sus damas de honor pueden llevar el mismo vestido negro. O puede usar diferentes damas de honor vestidas de negro que coinciden con su forma y estilo de la carrocería.

Para la decoración, los detalles de iluminación suave con champán farolillos de colores iluminada con bombillas pequeñas. Sobre las mesas, se puede agregar dimensión monocromática mediante la colocación de contenedores de diferentes tamaños negro con flores de color champán.

Para un do-it-yourself punta en la creación de tejido negro envuelto contenedores, haga clic aquí.

Para el papel y las invitaciones, tire en un diseño blanco y negro, elegante y retirar el mismo diseño en sus menús y en las tarjetas de asientos. Con el blanco y negro, hay patrones como lunares, flores, “pool stripes”.

3. Flores

Florales femininas están de vuelta en una gran forma. Piense en Palm Beach en la década de 1950 o imaginar un retro party en el jardín. Florales son una gran manera de introducir una variedad de colores de manera suave.

Para los trajes, las damas de honor pueden usar vestidos florales largos o cortos. J. Crew tiene una increíble selección de vestidos florales o tratar de Forever 21 para una alternativa más barata.

Para la comida y el bar, introducir los alimentos con un nombre de flores o incorporar florales comestibles en su menú del día. A continuación, llevar este tema a través de la boda con el nombre de tablas de tus flores favoritas.

Con las invitaciones, los cielos el límite. Hay tantos estilos de papel, es difícil decidir. Para cute con motivos florales, nos encanta Linda & Bartlett, echa un vistazo a su costumbre, invita increíble.

4. étnicas

Para la novia trotamundos, nada habla de la aventura como una boda inspirada de Africa or Asia.Las bodas étnicas todo lo que necesita para instalarse en el es la ubicación y luego déjese llevar. Para una boda temática marroquí, puede que desee intentar aguamarina y coral. Trae toques de estilo étnico, con piezas de joyería inspiradas para usted y sus damas de honor.


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Quince Dress Spotlight: J Crew

Friday, February 19th, 2010

Ok… I know what you’re thinking: J Crew? Um, a little too preppy for my taste, thank you very much. Don’t they do sweater sets? Well, the truth is, J Crew is a whole different place than it used to be. Hey… if the first lady shops there, it has to be cool, right?

You may be surprised to know that J Crew did a complete in-house 180 not to long ago, and are now designing incredibly chic wedding dresses that are amazing—and make stylish and unique options for your quince. Yes, a quince!

From princess dresses to perfect party frocks, these wedding and quince options are simple and chic alternatives to some of the more blinged out stuff. Not only are they the ideal choice for a chica that would rather not go with a traditional ball gown for her quince, but we also like them as second dress options after you have had your turn on the dance floor with your court. Amazing.

Oh, and the fact that they are ridiculously affordable? Well that’s just the icing on the (birthday) cake!

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The Blog: Unique Paper Wedding Toppers

Thursday, February 18th, 2010

Now you can have your wedding cake stand out and be extraordinary with these paper wedding toppers! Personalize and have your wedding toppers hand-made and perfected to your own style and preference. Each topper is meticulously crafted with acid-free paper giving it an artistic and crafted look.

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Wedding Traditions of Argentina

Thursday, February 18th, 2010

By Veronika Lazabal

Planning a traditional Argentinean wedding? Look no further: we’ve got all the info you need to put together a fantastic soiree, complete with time honored customs straight from the heart of Argentina.

For starters, Argentinean couples don’t exchange rings during the wedding ceremony. Instead, they exchange wedding rings at the time of their engagement, and simply have the priest bless the rings at the church. Something else that traditional Argentinean weddings do without is large bridal party. There are no bridesmaids, groomsmen or maids of honor. The groom’s mother and bride’s father (or a similar parental figure) escort the couple down the aisle, and stand with them throughout the ceremony.

When it comes time for the reception, modern Argentinean weddings often reflect the fact that the country was once a melting pot for Jewish, Spanish, and Arab immigrants. For example, instead of a continuous meal, followed by dancing and music, it’s not uncommon to alternate each course with a few songs on the dance floor. (A custom that began as a Jewish influence, and is now simply a part of traditional weddings in Argentina)

And, of course, the waltz is quite often replaced by a sultry tango in Argentinean weddings, as well.

Tradiciones de Bodas Argentinas

Thursday, February 18th, 2010

By Veronika Lazabal

¿Estas planeando una boda Argentina tradicional? No busques mas: tenemos toda la información que necesitas para armar una fiesta fantástica, completa con costumbres honrados desde el corazón de Argentina.

Para empezar, las parejas Argentinas no cambian anillos durante la ceremonia de boda. En vez, ellos se dan los anillos durante el compromiso, y simplemente piden la bendición del sacerdote en la iglesia. Otra cosa que no se ve en las bodas tradicionales Argentinas es la corte de honor. El padre de la novia, la madre del novio (o similares figuras paternales) caminan con la pareja hasta el altar, y se quedan ahí durante la ceremonia.

Cuando viene tiempo para la recepción, las bodas Argentinas modernas a menudo reflejan el hecho que el país una vez fue un centro de fusión para inmigrantes Judíos, Españoles, y Árabes. Por ejemplo, en vez de una cena continuada, seguida por música y baile, es común alternan cada curso con unas canciones en la pista de baile. (Es un costumbre que empezó como una influencia Judía, pero hoy en día simplemente es parte de la boda Argentina tradicional)

¡Y, claro, muchas veces el vals es substituido por un tango sensual en las bodas Argentinas tanbien!

The Blog: Quiero Mi Boda Sneak Peak

Wednesday, February 17th, 2010

Hi Ladies,

We have something extra special for you today… Here is an exclusive sneak peak at Quiero Mi Boda airing next week on MTV Tr3s. We will be bringing you more exclusive footage all year long so stay tuned!

Inspiration Board #25: Lavender, Olive, & Silver

Wednesday, February 17th, 2010

We adore pale colors that invoke vintage feelings in weddings. Check out the amazing decor in this elegant flower garden wedding. From watering kettle flower pots to delicious chocolate desserts you are sure to be inspired!

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Adele Wecschler: The Bridal Designer You Need to Know

Tuesday, February 16th, 2010

We’re all about planet friendly weddings: Recycled invitations, balsa wood flowers, (you know, the ones that last forever) and locally grown, organic foods… It all sounds fantastic. But eco-friendly dresses? Yikes! Hemp and burlap bags come to mind.

However, after last weeks amazing Project Runway, I dare say don’t discount hemp or burlap!  In fact, you might be saying – I might just want a burlap dress!   Yet, most brides have trouble equating eco-friendly dresses with eco-chic style especially in the absence of Tim Gunn’s watchful eyes.

Well, with our latest designer spotlight – Adele Weschler – you really can be both eco-conscious and super-stylish!

In fact, Adele Weschler put the fabulous in eco-fabulous wedding dresses.  Her designer wedding dresses are beyond stylish and seriously affordable. Designing for the “bride who cares about the world in which she lives” has led Adele to create some of the most beautiful collections of environmentally friendly wedding dresses we’ve ever seen. Period.

Need another reason to look into these exquisite gowns? How about the fact that you can get two dresses for one? With Weschler’s “Chrysalis” gowns, you have the option of a traditional long, formal dress for the ceremony that converts to a shorter, more laid back version of itself for the reception. Now how’s that for fabulous?

Click here to see her gorgeous dresses

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The Blog: More Photos from Wine Trolley Wedding

Monday, February 15th, 2010

Ok we just couldn’t resist showing you now part 3 of this incredible all day fete.  It may just be one of the dreamiest coolest weddings ever!

Check out this beautiful pic of the actual farmhouse at the winery…It looks like it is straight out of a magazine.
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Image courtesy of Mike Larson Photography from Lolliblog

Check out the Color Palette

The rich burnt red with the robin’s egg blue is so clean and cool. Its perfect for any season. Particularly when you live in California.

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Cake

The Cake is meant to look like birch.  How cool is that.

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Photography Credit: Mike Larson Photography – www.mikelarson.com

Real Wedding: Renata & Fabio in Ubatuba, SP

Monday, February 15th, 2010

How did you and the Groom Meet?

Renata: The groom was with another girl for 7 years.  But, we had mutual friends and we started to all hang as a group. Then Fabio broke up with his ex-girlfriend and started to hang out with us. At the beginning we were just friends and was very hard for us to show our feelings for each other. We had the same group of friends after almost 01 year. Eventually, we couldn’t hold back the feelings anymore and talked with each other about it.
Then we start dateing 11/06/2000. One day before Valentines day in Brazil ( 12/06)
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How long did you date before getting engaged? How did he propose?

We are not very formal. We didnt even get engaged.  In 2006 we went to Australia to live together for 01 year. When we came back to Brazil we found a house and started to live together. We couldnt live far away anymore. We used to live 45kms of distance.

In January 2009, a friend of ours came to visit.  They talked about getting how they had gotten married and went to live in Spain. They started to talk about how good it was. They talked about how important the celebration was to them. All the positive vibration on it. So we decide to get married.

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What were the main colors & theme of your wedding? Is there any significance to your colors?

Everythimg was very spontaneous. We are surfers and wanted something very clean, beach style, hippie chic and  natural. We choose the local typical flowers. Good for the budget and matched perfect with the place.  The lace at the clothes is tipical from Brazil. ( and i was loved it !!)

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Did you incorporate anything unique into your wedding (Cultural Traditions and Latina Background)? Did you integrate any DIY (do-it-yourself) elements?

In Brazil at the new year´s eve we used to wear all white. We belive it brings positive vibrations, purifications…any many things hard to translate for me. Have a look at our website www.renataefabio.com.br

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Was budget a factor?

Budget was is factor but we didnt want anything to big ,  we belive “ less is more”. Clean and simple but at the same time  sophisticated.  Less means less money too. We focused on the importants things, location, food and fun.

Plus, the beach is all ready pretty and special for us we didnt need much to make it beatifull.

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?   The bride come in a boat, the mothers brought water from the ocean to bless the rings, my father readed a poem and my father in law the “corintos 13”. A friend at the end readed a letter made by her and make every one cry. The priest told me to give a petal of my flower to everyone, so we did small pieces and give to the crawd. Insted of throw the buque ( flower) i throw a frog (plush) so how got it need to kiss it and she win a KEN( barbie boyfriend) groom. EVERY ONE WEARS WHITE CLOTHES

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Vendors / Proveedores

Venue: Itamambuca Eco Resort (Adriana Alves e toda equipe.)

Tel (12) 3834-3000


Photographer:  Ale Borges – Fotografia (pictures)

Tel: (11) 4771-8697

Cel: (11) 8587-9733


Filmagem e Som / Cerimonia: Élson di Campos ( beach music)

Tel ( 12) 8163-9729, Tel (12) 4141-2289, elsondicampos@gmail.com

Banda O Clero:  Nilo e amigos

Tel : (12) 7812-9541

nilo_mariano@hotmail.com

Beach Music: Guilherme

Tel: (11) 2283-3439

Cel: (11) 7157-3031

guilhermefsax@hotmail.com

Sweets: Sandra Cuzziol

Tel: (11) 4121-9348

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Bar e Barman: Priscila e toda equipe (Drinks)

Tel: (11) 3831-8329

Hotel: Pousada Warung Araras – ( hotel near resort)

Paola  e Bigu, Tel: ( 11) 7812-6886

Sandals: Chinelos-  Noguti ind (Tel: (13) 3821-2704)

Wedding Dress:   Martha Medeiros

Tel: ( 11) 3062-7909


Wedding Night Kit: Kit Nupcias by Siricutico

Tel: (11 ) 3384-7429


Drinks: Casa Lisboa – Poliana ( drinks / whisky and champs)

Tel: (11) 2097-4888


Colores y Inspiracion: Rojo, Anaranjado, y Chocolate

Saturday, February 13th, 2010

Estas buscando una paleta de color unico….por que no piensas en rojo! Aqui tenemos una boda en rojo, chocolate y amarillo que nos encanta!

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The Blog: Green Apples & Picnic Wedding Lunches

Friday, February 12th, 2010

Love love love Apples and these amazing barrels in red and white….This is one of the amazing meals shared by the guests at the amazing Wine Trolley Wedding from earlier this week. How incredible of those Lolli Ladies!!

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The Tables!

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Mas, Mas, Mas

How adorable on the chocolate boxes on the tables….They are so chic and elegant and I wish I had one at my desk right now!

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Las Manzanas

What a perfect way to celebrate the season with some gorgeous green apples.

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Otros Detalles

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The Blog: Ring Pics We Adore

Friday, February 12th, 2010

Elizabeth Medina is one of our favorite photographers and she does an amazing job creating the perfect setting to show off wedding rings. The colors really pop and the rings really shine, we just had to show off some of her amazing work and some of the most beautiful rings we have ever seen!

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And although its not a set of rings, check out these gorgeous pair of earrings!

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Tell us which one you liked the most!! We would love to hear from you.

Bridal Planning Checklist: One Week to Go!

Friday, February 12th, 2010

By Veronika Lazabal

The week of your wedding can be a hectic time. It may seem like there are a million things to take care of before you finally get to say “I do”, but here’s a checklist to make sure your final days as a single lady go as smoothly as possible:

Early in the Week

1.  Pack your honeymoon bags and double check all of your travel arrangements.

2. Have your maid of honor call anyone who hasn’t RSVP’d and ask if they’re coming.

3.  Confirm with your limo or transportation company—give them a schedule and accurate addresses.

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The Middle of the Week

4.   Contact your caterers and give them a final head count.

(It’s probably a good idea to ask if they make any “extra” meals in case any of your “I don’t knows” turn into unexpected shows.

5.  Finalize all payment arrangements with your DJ, photographer, limo, etc. and then meet up with your MOH (or have your guy talk to his best man).

6.  Hand over the checks, and give detailed instructions as to who to give them to on the wedding night.

7.  Make sure you have picked up your marriage license.

8.  Double check all of the details for the rehearsal dinner.

9.  Do any last minute shopping for your honeymoon or wedding day kit.

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The end of the week

10.  Enjoy your hair and nail appointments!

11.  Put together your wedding day survival kit.

12.  Make sure your thank you speeches and notes are written down.

It may seem like you don’t have any time to do anything other than organize and plan, but it’s essential that you take some time out towards the end of the week to do something nice for yourself. Go to the gym, catch a movie, take a walk… anything that lets you decompress and clear your mind.

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Courtesy of Lin & Jirsa Photography

Daniela Garza Photography

Thursday, February 11th, 2010

Daniela Garza’s work is characterized by a very particular aesthetics; her images convey great strength and passion. She captures the true essence of the subjects in front of her camera, and being extremely detail oriented, she will not cease until she documents even the smallest aspect of every wedding she photographs. Producing for her clients, memorable and unique pieces of art that will beautifully tell their love story forever.

El trabajo de Daniela Garza se caracteriza por una estética muy particular, sus imágenes expresan gran fuerza y pasión. Ella captura la verdadera esencia de quienes se encuentren frente a su cámara, y siendo extremadamente detallista, no cejará hasta documentar  todos los aspectos de cada boda que fotografía. El resultado de su trabajo son  memorables y únicas piezas de arte que contarán bellamente la histora de amor de sus clientes para siempre.

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The Mitten Building I Riverside Venues

Thursday, February 11th, 2010

One of Riverside’s coolest wedding venues, the Mitten Building offers a little bit for everyone.  Nestled in the Redlands, if you are looking for an interesting wedding venue that mixes a bit of history with a bit of urban chic, then look no further.

Union Station | Los Angeles Venue

Thursday, February 11th, 2010

In the heart of downtown L.A., lies one of Los Angeles oldest and most historic landmarks – Union Station.  Gorgeous and filled with beautiful architectural details, it is a brides dream come true.

Viceroy Hotel | Santa Monica Venue

Thursday, February 11th, 2010

Welcome to Viceroy Hotels and Resorts

In skyscraping cities and pacesetting playgrounds, Viceroy Hotels and Resorts in Miami, Palm Springs, Santa Monica, Snowmass and Anguilla embody the essence of style and service.

Expansive oceanfront villas in Anguilla, exclusive cosmopolitan suites in Miami and concierge-attended Snowmass, Palm Springs and Santa Monica resort enclaves: discover surroundings that inspire discerning guests and residents to indulge in a life as singular as it is sumptuous.

Tu Luna de Miel: Cuba Cautivante

Thursday, February 11th, 2010

 

By: Veronika Lazabal

¿Buscas un paraíso tropical adonde celebrar tus primeros días como una mujer casada? 90 millas desde la punta de Florida encontraras una isla con playas espectaculares, centros históricos, arquitectura bella y unos de las personas mas amistosas en America Latina—Cuba!

Aquí hay algunas ideas de lugares en Cuba adonde puedes pasar una luna de miel romántico, divertido, y completamente inesperado:

Varadero:

Las playas más famosas de la isla se encuentran en Varadero. Aquí tanbien encontraras resortes de cuatro estrellas, tiendas, restaurantes, y deportes de todos estilos.

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Cayo Largo:

Si buscas un lugar tranquilo y retirado, Cayo Largo es el escape perfecto. Imagínate una isla natural, con playas vírgenes de arena blanca… ahh .

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Habana:

 

La cuidad mas vivaz del Caribe, Habana es el lugar perfecto para encontrar fiestas y clubs que duran toda la noche, cultura y museos, y antiguos iglesias y palacios españoles.

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Cayo Coco:

Con playas tan preciosas como las de Varadero (pero con menos gente) Cayo Coco es una de las islas mas bellas del archipiélago “Jardines del Rey”. Mirando la puesta del sol desde tu balcón privado, pensaras, si solo por un momento, que has encontrado a un lugar adonde el resto del mundo jamás te volverá a encontrar.

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Your Honeymoon: Captivating Cuba

Thursday, February 11th, 2010

By Veronika Lazabal

Looking for a tropical paradise where you can celebrate your Forst days as a married woman? Ninety miles from the edge of Florida, there’s an island with spectacular beaches, historic centers, gorgeous architecture, and some of the warmest people in all of Latin America- Cuba!

Here are some ideas for places in Cuba where you can spend a romantic, fun, and completely unexpected honeymoon:

Varadero: The most famous beaches on the island can be found at Varadero. Here, you’ll also find four star resorts, shops, restaurants, and all kinds of sports and activities.

Cayo Largo: If you’re looking for a quiet and secluded escape, Cayo Largo is the perfect place. Imagine a pristine island, with white sand and virgin beaches… ahhh

Havana: The liveliest city in the carribean, Havana is the perfect place to find clubs, parties that last all night, culture and museums, and ancient churches and Spanish palaces.

Cayo Coco: With beaches that are just as awesome as Varadero (but not quite as crowded) Cayo Coco is one of the most amazing islands is the “Jardines del Rey” archipelago. Watching the sun set from your private balcony you might think, if only for a moment, that you’ve found the one spot where the rest of the world will never find you again.

Inspiration Board #24: Grass, Rose, & Violet

Wednesday, February 10th, 2010
You can probably already tell that over here at Para ti Novia we absolutely love outdoor weddings. Or pretty much any wedding that looks like it is held in a backyard!
This wedding is absolutely no exception.  You might even recognize it as it inspired another idea we absolutely love – long elegant tables!
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Garden Touches

You don’t need to be a green thumb to appreciate how chic and simple these amazing florals are in simple mason jars.
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Tuesday Tip: Mix Mustard Yellow with Blue

Tuesday, February 9th, 2010

This week I have really really focused on blue but certainly wanted to give you a bit of a new direction-mustard.

The pairing can be quite incredible.  We loved this particular shade of mustard against the robin’s egg.

On the Table:

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Look how chic the escort cards look….in brown with the yellow and blue.

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The white hydrangea do an incredible job of muting the brown and letting the blue really shine.
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California Dreamin: The Terranea Hotel

Tuesday, February 9th, 2010

The Terranea Hotel located in Rancho Palos Verdes is one of Southern California’s premiere wedding destinations. Indoors you’ll find Mediterranean-style ballrooms with private lawns and breathtaking ocean views.  Outside, you can tie the knot atop picturesque bluffs while enjoying the sunset at Catalina Point. The hotel offers world-class amenities along with luxurious guest rooms, suites, casitas and villas.  You’ll also enjoy creating you own one-of-a-kind dinner menu prepared by an unparalleled culinary staff.  Sharing your wedding day with The Terranea Hotel will be a memory you’ll cherish for a lifetime.

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Brion Hopkins Photography

Monday, February 8th, 2010

Somewhere between magical and mystical lies Brion Hopkins awe inspiring photography.  He captures moments and transforms those moments into individual pieces of art.

One look at his website and you will see that he is more than just a wedding photographer he is a visionary and one that we at Paratinovia.com feel is needed in the world of weddings.

The Blog: We love Daytime Weddings

Monday, February 8th, 2010

By: Candice Lapin, Founder

As part of a four day post session, we are going to be featuring the amazing work of the Lollipop Ladies! Their work is probably some of my all time favorite – I think it represents a new style of wedding planning that is thoughtful, playful and colorful.

We just cannot believe how awesome there are – oh and did you know that one of the owners is Latina! Yes, ladies!  She is Cubana.

Ok, now onto the wedding inspiration….

Ethereal Wedding Details

We love that this wedding was so ethereal and dreamy.  From the selection of the wedding area to the wedding ceremony Canopy, it just looks so dreamy and fresh.

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Also, check out the grass aisle runner.  How rad is that!  It is so garden perfect and introduces a little bit of green to this earthy wedding.

Invitations Details

Holy invitation!  What do you think of this amazing chic invite?  In blue, ivory and wood, it has a bit of country feel which is so in style in weddings right now.

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More Paper Deets

That’s right, when we can show them we love to show you some of the cool things that brides and planners are doing in weddings.  Little touches like printing on paper bags directly is so in!!

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The Ceremony Site

We wanted to share one or two more pics of the ceremony site so that you can check out how incredible this venue was in San Luis Obispo.

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Boda Real: Laura y Robert en Los Angeles, CA

Monday, February 8th, 2010

¡Hola chicas! 

Estamos muy contentos con la boda para este semana.  Era algo increíble en Los Angeles, CA.  Quizas que conoces a Union Station en Los Angeles – es un local incredible con muchisima historia. 

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Cómo se conocieron:      

Nos conocimos en el gimnasio. Me acababa de mudar  a Los Ángeles despues de universidad (UC Santa Barbara). Cuando entré en el gimnasio local, encontré a un amigo, Ed (que no había visto en años, que trabajó en este gimnasio). Ed me presentara a mi marido, como era también un amigo. 

 

 

 

 

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Y el resto es historia –

Después de un par de veces, le pedí a Robert si quería tomar una taza de café algun dia, y, por supuesto, aceptó:).  Y, la noche siguiente nos encontramos en un café … 

 

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La propuesta: 

Fue en una noche entre semana. Cuando llegabamos a casa, ya estaba oscuro, salió a nuestro patio a buscar a nuestro perro. Quite mis zapatos. Me di cuenta de que estaba afuera más tiempo de lo normal, pero me imaginaba que estaba jugando con nuestro perro. Él me pidió que saliera porque quería mostrar algo. 

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Yo no tenía ganas de poner mis zapatos de nuevo.  Pero, cuando salí, lo encontré en una rodilla, con el perro a su lado meneando la cola.  Y dijo: “Mira lo que encontré.”

 

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¿Cuáles son los colores principales y tema de su boda? 

Nuestros colores: Naranja quemado, con toques de oro, amarillo, y rojo. 

 Los vestidos de las damas fueron – tango de mango.

 Me encanta el estilo Vintage y clásica.

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Incorporar algo único en su boda? 

Para empezar, mi marido es culturalmente mixta. Nació en Argentina a una madre Alemana y padre Español-Japonés. Yo soy de Los Ángeles (Culver City), de padres mexicanos – estoy segunda generación Latina. 

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Mi marido construyó un “puerta” Torii, algo tradicional y muy japonés,  y nos casabamos debajo de ese Gate. En la cultura japonesa, una puerta Torii es una entrada tradicional en cualquier lugar sagrado. Nuestro diseño de invitaciónes también llevó a un tema japonés sutil mediante la incorporación de flores de cerezo. 

 Nuestra vida en América estuvo presente en nuestra selección musical.  Tuvimos un cuarteto, Cascada de Flores, durante la ceremonia y la cena, y su música es parecido a las canciones tradicionales de México con una mezcla de sonidos afro-cubanos y puertorriqueños. 

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¿Cómo elegir tu equipo?

Cogí mi equipo a través de una investigación incansable. No teníamos un coordinador! Teníamos un amigo muy amable que ofreció sus servicios como coordinador. Pero toda la planificación, selección de proveedores, etc, fue hecho por mi marido y yo.  

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El presupuesto

Por ejemplo, como la sala de Fred Harvey era tan bella no tenía necesidad de gastar mucho alquilar sillas etc,. Por lo tanto, nos optó por la simplicidad. Nos pareció que la decoración de la Sala era suficiente.  

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Sinceramente, estamos tan contentos con la boda!!  Todos nuestros proveedores son tan profesional y fiable desde el principio. 

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Fotografía cortesía de Juan Turcios

Proveedores

Venue:  Union Station – Jeff Cooper

Catering: Angelini Osteria Catering (EJ Peters, Catering Director)

Florist: Floral Fields

Photography:  Juan Turcios Photography

Invitations:  Flora and Fauna Press, Christine Brandt

Music:  Cascada de Flores

            Arwen Lawrence de Castellanos

DJ:     Best DJ & MC Entertainment, James Lee

Hair/Make-Up:   Nyrie Aitken

Rentals:  Town & Country

Real Wedding: Laura & Robert in Los Angeles, CA

Monday, February 8th, 2010

Hi Chicas,

We are so thrilled to have you check out this weeks incredible wedding at Union Station.  Not only are the bride and groom incredible people but their story is wonderful too.

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How they Met:

We met at the gym.  I had just moved back home to LA from college (UC  Santa Barbara).  When I joined the local gym, I ran into a friend, Ed, who I hadn’t seen in years, who also worked out at this gym.  He was the one to introduce me to my husband, as he was also a friend of his (total coinsidence).

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And the rest is history–after a few times of running into each other at the gym, I asked Robert if he wanted to grab a cup of coffee “one of these days,” and of course, he accepted:)  We met up the following night at a coffee shop…

We dated for 5 years, 3 months before he proposed.

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The proposal:

It was on a weeknight.  We had been out running some errands–a night like many others.  When we got home, it was already dark, he went outside to our backyard to fetch our dog.  I settled in on the couch, took off my shoes.  I noticed he was back there longer than usual, but I just figured he was playing with our dog.  He asked me to come outside because he wanted to show me something.

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I kind of grumbled to myself being that I didn’t feel like putting my shoes back on and get up from my comfy spot.  When I went outside, I found him on one knee holding something in his hand, dog next to him wagging her tail, and he says, “look what i found.”  It took me a few seconds to register what was going on…needless to say, I figured it out.

What were the main colors & theme of your wedding?

Our colors were fall-inspired, being that we got married in October.  Burnt orange, with splashes of gold, yellow, red.  My bridesmaid’s dresses were “mango tango.”  As far as the theme, we didn’t specifically set out to have one, but I am very much inclined to the old, classic look, which our venue (old L.A.), my dress, my hair style embodied to a certain extent.

How did you choose your wedding venue?

Our venue was Union Station’s courtyard and Fred Harvey room in Downtown LA.  After doing a good amount of research and visiting several different venues, as soon as we did a tour of Union Station, it felt “right” for a variety of reasons.

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First, it’s historical significance to the city was something we appreciated, being that we both grew up in Los Angeles and many of our roots culturally, emotionally, an socially are deeply embedded here.  Second, it had such a timeless feel to it, like one stepped into a time warp, which was right up my alley in my affinity for all things classic.

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Third, from a logistical stand point, it was one of the few (if not only) venue that allowed us access to the venue on the day of the wedding for 24 hours, thus making things easier not only for us, but for our vendors.  There also wasn’t a concern with noise levels after a certain time, and we kept the party going until midnight.  Most other venues we contacted only gave us access for 5 hours on the day of, or wanted the party to be wrapped up by no later than 10pm.

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Incorporate anything unique into your wedding?

Well for starters, my husband is culturally mixed.  He was born in Argentina to a German-Spanish mother and Japanese father.  I was born in Los Angeles (Culver City) to Mexican parents–I’m second generation Mexican.

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My husband moved to LA with his family when he was 7 years old, and has lived here since.  Specifically, he grew up in Culver City, which is where I grew up as well.  With that said, we did incorporate traditional elements into our event.

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My husband built a traditional Japanese Torii Gate, which we were married under.  In Japanese culture, a Torii Gate is a traditional entry into any sacred place.  Our invitation design also carried a subtle Japanese theme by incorporating cherry blossoms.  Our Latin background was present in our musical selection.  We had a quartet, Cascada de Flores, play during the ceremony and dinner, and their music is reminsicsent of old traditional Mexican songs with a mixture of Afro-Cuban and Puerto Rican sounds.

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I actually surprised my husband during the ceremony and sang him an old song by Jose Alfredo Jimenez, “Que Bonito Amor,” which I had coordinated with the musicians beforehand.  Cascada de Flores was amazing and were well received by our guests.  As far as DIY elements, as mentioned above, my husband built the Torii Gate; my maid of honor and I made the place cards and table numbers.

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How did you pick your team?

I picked my team through tireless research, word of mouth recommendations, and meetings with vendors.  We did not have a coordinator, so all the decision-making was entirely up to us!  We did have a friend who very graciously volunteered to be our day-of coordinator, but again, all the planning, selecting of vendors, etc. was executed by my husband and I.

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Was budget a factor? If so in what way?

Budget was a factor, although we were well aware that we would be going over. The key was knowing how much we could go over and knowing what items we could compromise on.  For instance, we went with the most cost-efficient rentals in terms of chairs, linens, and dinnerware because we felt that the Fred Harvey room itself was so beautiful that we did not need to break the bank on these items, and thus, we opted for simplicity.  We felt that we’d let the decor of the room and the floral centerpieces speak for themselves.

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What would you do different?

Honestly, we are so happy with how our day unfolded, that I don’t know if I would do anything different.  All of our vendors were extremely professional, reliable, and delivered the quality they touted from the outset.  And the proof of this was how our guests perceived our wedding; we have received numerous compliments on everything from our caterer (quality of food and service), our music, flowers, photography, etc., that it’s hard to say that there’s something I would do differently.

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Gorgeous photography courtesy of Juan Turcios

Vendors:

Venue:  Union Station – Jeff Cooper

Catering: Angelini Osteria Catering (EJ Peters, Catering Director)

Florist: Floral Fields

Photography:  Juan Turcios Photography

Invitations:  Flora and Fauna Press, Christine Brandt

Music:  Cascada de Flores

Arwen Lawrence de Castellanos

DJ:     Best DJ & MC Entertainment, James Lee

Hair/Make-Up:   Nyrie Aitken

Rentals:  Town & Country

If you are looking to submit your wedding or share your story as you plan your wedding, contact us.

Bodas Reales: Una boda en San Luis Obispo

Monday, February 8th, 2010

Por: Candice Lapin, Editora

Vamos a presentar el trabajo increible de las Damas Lollipop! Su trabajo es, probablemente, algunos de los favoritos – creo que representa un nuevo estilo de planificación en bodas que es super homemade y chic.  

¡oh, Sabes, que….una de las duenas de este compania es Cubana! 

Detalles de la boda de Ethereal 

Nos encanta que esta boda fue tan etéreo. 

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Imagenes from I love Lolli Blog

 

Además, puedes ver el corredor del pasillo de hierba. ¿Que chulo! Es tan jardín perfecto y se introduce un poco de verde a esta boda tierra.

   

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Invitaciones

 

 

¿Qué piensa usted de este increíble invitacion? En marfil, azul y madera, se ve como “country”.  Pero este estilo “country” es tan de moda en este momento. 

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Sitio de La Ceremonia

Queríamos compartir unos fotos de la ceremonia (para que pueda comprobar cómo increíble este lugar fue en San Luis Obispo). 

 

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Day 1: Where to Start Your Wedding Planning

Friday, February 5th, 2010

Hi Readers!  We are so excited to share our awesome news–starting in February we are going to be featuring 101 tips to planning your wedding on any budget.  That’s right, we are going to share all of our favorite tips, questions, concerns and all around fab fashion finds to help every latina girl plan the wedding of her dreams!

You ready?

Ok then, here goes.  Everyone wants to start with venues, but we think you need to start with budget.

Tip 1: BUDGET, BUDGET, BUDGET

Stick to you guns girls.  Its a recession out there.  And, we can’t spend the same on a wedding like we used to. But, that doesn’t mean you can have a fabulous wedding. We just need to figure out where to spend and where to splurge.

1.  Who is paying for the wedding?

Good question.  Who is paying for your wedding. If you are a young Latina chica out there, most likely you may have family helping to pay for part or the entire thing. But, how much have your parents thought about putting towards the wedding….

2.  Have you Talked with Your Parents About Their Contribution?

If your parents or family is contributing, have you had the conversation? Make sure you have this conversation!!!  It is super important.

3.  How much are YOU contributing?

Now if you are a little older, it is likely that you are also contributing to the mix. Yeah!  It can be so fun to actually start helping right?

4.  Make a List of Who is Contributing and How Much!

Ok, now once you start figuring out who is contributing, this will totally totally help!!!

You will need to start thinking about little things like cost of food, the dress, alcohol, party favors, etc. So you want to be fully armed with all the information you can get about how much you will be able to spend.

Trust us, you need to know so that you can start planning all the fun stuff.

AND….btw whether your budget is big or small – you can have the wedding of your dreams.

The Marriott Courtyard Old Town Hotel| San Diego Venue

Friday, February 5th, 2010

Enjoy the perfect blend of old-world charm and modern comfort at the Courtyard San Diego Old Town Hotel by Marriott. Less than 5 miles from the San Diego Airport (SAN) this elegant San Diego Old Town hotel offers the perfect location. Restaurants, shops and historic sites like the Gaslamp Quarter begin right outside our door. Close to Balboa Park and Historic venues, The Courtyard San Diego Old Town hotel is a perfect location for a any wedding event.

Highlights:

  • Experience this warm, welcoming San Diego Old Town hotel ideal for weddings.
  • Explore the vibrant surroundings of our Courtyard San Diego hotel, where it’s always a fiesta.
  • Delight in the uniqueness of this Spanish-style property.

The W Hotel | San Diego Venue

Friday, February 5th, 2010

Make your Vow Day a Wow Day with the W Hotel.  A glamorous wedding dinner, a chic commitment ceremony, a reception soirée, an intimate rehearsal dinner, or a private night that celebrates just the two of you, the W Hotel in San Diego will make it an experience of a lifetime.

Be wedded or pledge till death do you part with our Whatever/Whenever service philosophy…. We mean it, really! Your wish is truly our command and we’ll make your special moment magical and transform dreams into reality. Whatever you want. Whenever you want it (as long as it’s legal!). The W Hotel can make it happen.

The Prado at Balboa Park | Venue

Friday, February 5th, 2010

Whether it’s an intimate dinner for 15 close friends, a business presentation for 40, a sit-down brunch for 60, a wedding for 250, The Prado at Balboa Park is ready to accommodate your every need. Our sophisticated, congenial staff will provide the ultimate, value-oriented dining experience for any occasion. From corporate dinners to bridal showers, baby showers and rehearsal dinners, we’re here with the perfect combination of settings, menus and amenities to create an unparalleled event for you and your guests. The Prado at Balboa Park is a National Historic Landmark which was originally built for the 1915-16 Panama-California Exposition. This two year festival was held in Balboa Park to promote San Diego and to celebrate the 1914 opening of the Panama Canal. The House of Hospitality recently reopened after complete reconstruction and modernization. The 3-year renovation restored the building’s architecture, artwork, sculptures, alcoves, gardens and fountains.

Our Take:

The Prado at Balboa Park boasts of both a wedding ceremony site and an assortment of reception rooms to choose from at their venue. The Prado’s ceremony area is adorned with fountains, terraces and even a wishing well to add that special uniqueness to the wedding ceremony. This site offers multiple reception rooms: the Grand Ballroom, with hardwood floors and twenty-seven foot high hand-stencilled ceilings; the Loggia Room, an elegant room which opens to the courtyard below; and finally the Alhambra Room, opening to a private balcony enabling guests to take in the views from the beautiful gardens below .

Top 5 Wedding Entrance Songs

Friday, February 5th, 2010

By: Veronika Lazabal

Looking for fun wedding entrance song ideas to kick off your reception with a touch of personality? Who says you have to go with the slow strains of a romantic melody? Some of the most memorable reception entrance songs are those that bring a smile to everyone’s face.

1.  Chris Brown’s Forever

Remember, that amazing couple that choreographed their very own entrance repleat with all of their attendants.  If you don’t already know, this couple and their bridesmaids and groomsmen were so popular that they went on NBC’s “the Today Show.”  Yes, that’s right, they were so awesome, that they were featured on NBC.

Here is the awesome wedding:

Here is the Chris Brown video just in case…

2.  Black Eyed Peas “I gotta Feeling”

Ok. We love this. Its fun, its lively and if you are the kinda couple that likes to get the party started this will certainly help.  Of course, you could always just play “Let’s Get it Started” but this seems a little more contemporary.

Okfor those who want something just a little more sentimental.

3.  “I See You”by Leona Lewis (from Avatar)

This is one of those songs where guests might just get a tear in their eye but that’s ok.  Its a special day right?

If you are one of those novias who is looking for the perfect awwww moment, then Leona Lewis is great. Or, there are still those wedding entrance songs that manage to be sweet without sounding sugary. We love When I’m 64 by the Beatles and Frank Siantra’s Love and Marriage.

4.   Celebration by Kool and the Gang.

For example, we heard of one bride who decided to forgo the traditional grand wedding entrance song for a Soul Train style dance line. The bride, groom, and bridal party sashayed into the reception to the strains of Celebration by Kool and the Gang.  Or what about the theme from Austin Powers.

5.   REM’s The End of the World… as we Know It.

Or, for a little tongue in cheek fun, you might want to consider a reception entrance song that’s nontraditional (to say the least). REM’s song is hilarious or ay homage to the end of your single days with Queen’s Another one Bites the Dust, Highway to Hell by AC/DC

The Blog: We Heart Teal Blue for Weddings!

Friday, February 5th, 2010

We love spotting new trends especially in colors and palettes.  And just as a treat we thought, hmm, let’s showcase an amazing photo we spotted off of Aaron Shintaku’s blog.  So gorgeous.  We love this color way and well the palette is ridiculously awesome whether it is November or May.

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El Cortez | Venue

Thursday, February 4th, 2010

All of us at El Cortez are thrilled at the possibility of hosting your Wedding Reception and/or Ceremony!

The octagon shaped Don Room with 24-karat gold carved ceiling makes a grand setting for an elegant wedding and our 10,000 square foot “urban” Terrace is a generous location for a pre-reception cocktail party or ceremony. The unexpected Terrace fireplace creates a special glow your guests will certainly take pleasure from.

Our Take:

At the top of San Diego ’s Cortez Hill, stands the unique El Cortez. The Don Room at El Cortez makes for a breathtaking reception location. Their outdoor terrace with its outdoor fireplace and the famous Don Room with its gold carved ceiling both have been making guests and celebrities alike enjoy an event they will always remember. El Cortez hosts one event per day in order to deliver that special elegance for any occasion.

Adventure Honeymoons: Active Escapes for Daring Couples

Thursday, February 4th, 2010

By Veronika Lazabal

Sipping Mai-Tai’s while lounging by the pool at a luxury resort may sound like heaven to some, but there are plenty of thrill seeking chicas who would much rather spend their honeymoon on a wild adventure than lying in the sun. If you and your man are a little more daredevil than couch potato, then consider one of these active honeymoon ideas:

Tokyo & Mt. Fuji

It’s tough to beat Tokyo for a fast paced, urban, and completely unique honeymoon. Add to the adventure by planning a nighttime hike to the top of Mt. Fuji. The world’s most recognizable mountain (and Japan’s highest peak) is spectacular from any angle—but it’s hard to beat the view from the top. Set out early, and you’ll make it to the summit in time to see the sun rise.

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Belize & the Mayan Ruins

You’d be hard pressed to find a more exciting place to honeymoon than Belize. Kayaking, scuba diving, rain forests, and jungles all make for a different adventure on every day of your vacation. But make sure you set aside some time to visit the Xunatunich and Cahal Pech Mayan Ruins. The former home of a Maya royal family, these ruins are amazingly well preserved—and a once in a lifetime trip.

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Egypt, the Nile & the Pyramids

To the kings and queens of ancient Egypt, the Nile River was the source of fertility, luck, and life. Today, you can start your honeymoon with a sail down the Nile, and then take in the sights and sounds of Cairo before embarking on an adventure to Giza and the Pyramids.

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Lunas de Miel Venturosas para Parejas Atrevidas

Thursday, February 4th, 2010

By Veronika Lazabal

Tomando cervezas acostada al lado de la alberca de un resorte lujoso sonará como paraíso a algunas parejas, pero hay bastantes chicas atrevidas que prefieren pasar su luna de miel en una aventura salvaje que reposada en el sol. Si tu y tu hombre son más temerarios que telé adictos, entonces considera alguno de estas ideas para una luna de miel activa:

Tokio & MT. Fuji

Es difícil ganarle a Tokio para una luna de miel urbana, rápido, y completamente único. Agregue a la aventura con planear un alza nocturna a la punta de la montaña Fuji. La MT más conocida del mundo (y el punto más alto en Japón) es espectacular de cualquier ángulo—pero es difícil ganar la vista desde arriba. Empiecen temprano, y llegaran al pináculo a tiempo para ver la salida del sol.

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Belize & Las Ruinas Mayas

Se te haría difícil encontrar un lugar más emocionante para ir de luna de miel que Belize. Buceo, selvas de lluvia, y kayaking todos hacen para una aventura nueva en cada día de tus vacaciones. Pero asegúrate te apartes tiempo para visitar las ruinas Maya de Xunatunich y Cahal Pech. Antes eran la casa de una familia regal, y hoy en día estas ruinas están asombrosamente bien conservados.

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Egipto, El Nilo, & los Pirámides

Para los reyes y reinas de Egipto antiguo, el río Nilo era la fuente de fertilidad, suerte, y vida. Hoy, puedes empezar tu luna de miel navegando por el río, entonces ver las vistas de Cairo antes de embarcar en una aventura a Giza y las Pirámides.

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Rock-n-Roll Wedding: Red, Pink & White

Wednesday, February 3rd, 2010

Alright. So sometimes we come across a bad-ass wedding that we can’t even one day to share. That’s right. We saw this and well we posted.

The Bride

From the dress to the jewels, this was a totally Para ti wedding.  From the Sara Yates photography blog…

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Putting on the Jewels

Photos from Sara Yates photography blog.

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Getting Ready

Photos from Sara Yates photography blog.

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More Getting Ready

Photos from Sara Yates photography blog.

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Now more

Photos from Sara Yates photography blog.

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The Girls!

Photos from Sara Yates photography blog.

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More party party

Photos from Sara Yates photography blog.

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Photos from Sara Yates photography blog.

The Party Was Going Nuts!

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A Stolen Moment

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That’s it for now….

Colores para Bodas: Azul & Blanco

Wednesday, February 3rd, 2010

Cada boda cuenta una historia. Una historia de color de los novi0s.  Hoy, me enamoré de este aqua y blanca. Romántico y etéreo, las flores eran también de tipo vintage.

Cada uno de las damas de honor llevaban lirios. La novia llevaba una mescla de flores.

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Ver la rununculas blanco, peonías y otras flores. Están perfectamente dispuestas en el mismo tono de blanco.

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Me encantó la sencillez de este aspecto.

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Ahora mira este fila de flores. Wow!

The Blog: Ethereal Blue and Ivory

Wednesday, February 3rd, 2010

Each wedding tells a story.  A color story about the bride and groom.  This week, I fell in love with this beautiful aqua and white story.  Romantic and ethereal, the flowers were also sort of architectural and cool.

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Each bridesmaids carried lilies.  The Bride carried an assortment of flowers.

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See the white rununculas, peonies, and other flowers.  They aren’t perfect, the are perfectly picked and arranged in the same shade of white.

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I loved how simple this looked. But regal right?

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Now look at the all in a row with flowers thrown around. Amazing right?

Color Inspiration Board #23: Opaque, Deep Purple, Rosy Pink

Wednesday, February 3rd, 2010

How about an off the beaten path color combination for brides looking for an alternative to dreamy pastels? When it comes to color combinations, black and white are always a big hit. Here, they go from formal to feisty with the addition of deep purple and rosy pink hues!

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Images by Erin Hearts Court and La Partie

Everything about this wedding—from the colors to the playful winter vegetable table décor—just says fabulous. It just goes to show… your wedding doesn’t have to be frou-frou to be romantic!

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Images by Erin Hearts Court and La Partie

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Images by Erin Hearts Court and La Partie

Vendor Spotlight: Alina Pizzano in Los Angeles, CA

Tuesday, February 2nd, 2010

By: Veronika Lazabal

Every girl dreams of some day walking down the aisle in a made just for her couture dress created by a fabulous designer—but that’s a luxury reserved for the rich and famous, right? Not anymore! Los Angeles based dress designer extraordinaire Alina Pizzano is making couture accessible to more brides than ever before. And she’s doing it with her collection of elegant, feminine, and completely personalized wedding gowns.

You don’t have to be a celebrity to be treated like one at this creative Cubana’s Pasadena bridal boutique. From the time you walk through the doors, you’ll know you’re in for a unique dress shopping experience. For starters, Miss Pizzano closes the entire shop for your consultation. How’s that for individualized service?

What’s more, Alina makes sure that her brides are involved in every step of the design process. From the first sketches to the final fitting… every dress is made to suit not only the bride’s body, but her personality to a tee. An affordable, custom made to order gown just for you? Move over J-Lo, there’s a new celeb diva in town!

Images from the Alina Pizzano (left) and David Kim Photography (right)

Images from the Alina Pizzano (left) and David Kim Photography (right)

images from the Alina Pizzano gallery

images from the Alina Pizzano gallery

images from the Alina Pizzano gallery