Keep The Romance Alive: Dates That Won't Break The Bank

Needing some help thinking of creative dates for you and your hubby-to-be? With Valentine's Day right around the corner we all are thinking of unique things to do and places to go that won't break the bank. We all know we are trying to plan a wedding right now and we are a little strapped for extra cash, right? One of our fabulous writers for San Diego Style Weddings Magazine, Kathryn Bechen from Kathryn Bechen Ink, has composed a list of wonderful dates and things to do around San Diego and wanted to share it with you. Click here for a link to her blog. Have fun!!

Photography by Love Art Photography and Brett Charles Rose Photography.

Garden Whimsy

A closer look at the romantic tablescape design  "Garden Whimsy", created by CZ Events and Peony Floral for our 2010 SDSW edition. Giving a modern, eclectic spin on a European garden party, this tablescape uses yellows and purples to pop against the lush green landscape. We love the bench style seating with the comfy pillows and little birds nest place cards! Great idea for an afternoon wedding reception or a bridal shower! 

Coordinator: CZ Events, Florist: Peony Floral, Location Villa de Flores, Photography: Zelo Photography, Chairs & Linens: Indulge Wedding & Special Events, Stationery & Favors, Cali Cards.

New February/March 2011 Cover!!

Find our NEW Feb/Mar 2011 Cover in stores NOW!! Thank you to Chantelle Photography, The Bustle, Chandra Campos Make-up Artistry, Designworks Florals, Vessels Ranch and Rachel Larraine for the hair accessory. What a great team to work with!!

Real Wedding: Allison Daughton and Tyler DeWildt

The Connect: After graduating from SDSU, Allison moved to the Bay Area to be close to her family. Tyler, who grew up in San Diego, had moved to Walnut Creek for work. While out with mutual friends at a local bar, their worlds came together. 
The Proposal: While running along Torrey Pines State Beach, Tyler stopped to “stretch” and secretly pulled out a beautiful engagement ring that was tied to the drawstring of his shorts. As Allison turned around, Tyler was down on one knee and asked her to marry him. 
The Celebration: The couple planned an intimate beachfront ceremony on the sand followed by a garden patio reception at  La Jolla Shores Hotel. Although the wedding was picture perfect, Allison says her favorite part of the wedding was going back to their room after the most enchanted evening and opening their honeymoon suite to find rose petals scattered throughout the candlelit room. On their balcony, overlooking La Jolla Shores, were two cupcakes and a sparkling bottle of Dom Perignon. The newlywed couple enjoyed the view while soaking in all the memories they had just created from the perfect evening. 

Ingredients: VENUE La Jolla Shores Hotel  COORDINATOR Annie Toft PHOTOGRAPHER Kristina Chartier Photography OFFICIANT Steve Bombaci FLORIST Whimsey Florals CAKE Cupcakes Squared ENTERTAINMENT The Fabulous Pelicans  LINENS GBS Linens INVITATIONS Papyrus HAIR & MAKE-UP Melanie Pheasant & Nikki from Bloomingdales MEN'S FORMALWEAR Calvin Klein 

Steel Magnolias

Today we take a closer look at the Steel Magnolia tablescape created for our 2010/11 issue. Inspired by the movie Steel Magnolias, this romantic tablescape was created by Amorology and Twigg Botanicals. The blend of soft and strong, seen in the contrast of the cotton and burlap, represents the beautiful masculine and feminine elements of a marriage. The details of this table are "picture perfect" with the graphic quotes from the movie, the personalized hand wrapped utensils that duo as place cards, little favors of delectable pink candies that are tied with a "Blush and Bashful" quote and the delicate clusters of blush floral with magnolias.
Coordinator: Amorology Weddings, Florist Twigg Botanicals, Photography by Schnack Studios, Linens & Rentals: Classic Party Rentals, Chairs: Amorology, Stationery: Brightly Designed, Favors Amorology, Cake Erica O'Brien Cake Design.

Flour Pot Cookies

Featured on Oprah's O-List,  Flour Pot Cookies are a great way to personalize your wedding and have an unforgettable favor for your guests to take home! They can do custom monogram cookies or use your existing monogram. The above "greetings from" cookies are a great gift to put in your hotel welcome gift bags! www.flourpotcookies.com.

The Perfect Valentine's Gift

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Shadow Boudoir

Looking for a Valentine's gift for your man that is sure to please? How about a boudoir session! Boudoir photography is a sexy, classy and cutting edge way to do something for your hubby-to-be that he will never forget! Check out our boudoir photographers here.