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Wedding Wednesday: Tessa & Thomas

Although they first met while working together, it wasn't until later on a trip to the desert they felt a spark. Tessa went with Tommy and his family on vacation to Kauai. A picturesque lagoon and waterfall provided the perfect backdrop for Tommy to drop to one knee and ask for Tessa's hand in marriage. Vintana Wine and Dine provided a unique setting for their wedding and pulled out all the stops to make it perfect for them.

SDSW Vendors

Location Vintana Wine & Dine

Florist Third Bloom

Cake Cute Cakes

Celebrar lo mejor de Tecate, México!

This past Monday, San Diego Style Weddings Magazine along with it's new amazing south-of-the-border partner, Rancho La Peurta Resort & Spa teamed up to give some of San Diego's local coordinators a grand tour of one of the world's most exclusive wedding destinations. Here is a sneak-peak at the day's wonders...Check back this week for a posting of a full gallery of the amazing day and be sure to check out Rancho La Puerta and see all the amazing things they have to offer for a top-notch and unique wedding experience!

 Photos: Adam Walter & Dena Malasek

In case you missed it...

This past weekend's "Enlighten Bridal Workshop" was such an amazing hit! Check out the highlights here!



Enlighten Bridal Workshop from Ashley Nicole Video on Vimeo.

Vendor Spotlight: Candy Girl Buffets

Candy Girl Candy Buffets!

Contact
Phone 619.578.4038
Email candygirlinfo@earthlink.net
Website www.candygirlcandybuffets.com
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Candy Girl Candy Buffets in three words:
Fun, Fabulous, Affordable

How would you describe Candy Girl Candy Buffet experience?
Guests will delight in a stunning visual display. They will become excited with anticipation to enjoy all the wonderful sweet treats.

What is Candy Girl's specialty?
Personalization! We design every candy buffet to showcase the bride and groom, their unique personalities along with what vision they have for their wedding day. For example, this coming June we will be designing a sophisticated Comic Con themed candy station for the superhero groom and his groomsman.

What got you interested in candy buffets?
I have been designing corporate and hospitality gifts with gourmet foods, chocolates, and candy since 2001. Candy buffets started as a trend about 6 years ago. I fell in love with the candy and dessert buffets concept. I am happy they have become a permanent option for all of life's celebrations and not just a trend.

What is the most rewarding part of your job?
My sweet reward is the fact that we get to play a part in one of the most important days of a couple's life. On their 25th anniversary, they will not remember me but they will remember "candy" at their reception.

If you weren't creating candy buffets for weddings, what would you be doing?
I would work for a non-profit as event coordinator/ fundraiser.

What is one thing that sets Candy Girl Candy Buffets apart from your competitors?
Our experience! Our passion! Our impeccable service dedicated to detail and designing a candy buffet with a lasting impression.

Fashion Friday: Elyse Reuben Gown

We love the simplicity of this special elyseREUBEN custom couture gown. Its classic silhouette against a stunning backdrop like the one at Miramonte Winery makes for an overall timeless look! 

Ingredients

Dress elyseREUBEN Custom Couture

Venue Miramonte Winery

Photographer Hulse Photo

Photo Credit: Hulse Photo

Photo Credit: Hulse Photo

Photo Credit: Hulse Photo

Vendor Spotlight: W Hotel San Diego

Venue W San Diego
Location 421 W. B Street, San Diego 92101
Phone 619.610.8939
Email sandiegoleads@starwoodhotels.com
Website www.thewsandiegohotel.com
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Venue Background
W San Diego is situated in the Columbia District of downtown San Diego, just steps away from Little Italy and the vibrant Gaslamp Quarter. Only three miles from the San Diego International Airport and one mile from the San Diego Convention Center, W San Diego's location is incredibly accessible. Also conveniently accessed are many of the city's most popular attractions, including world famous San Diego Zoo, Balboa Park, SeaWorld, and Seaport Village.

As San Diego's premiere design-led lifestyle boutique hotel, we aim to take the travel and meetings experience to a new level. Offering highly stylized nuances throughout your stay - from guestrooms, to conference set-ups, to indulging in W San Diego's incomparable dining and nightlife  - we are dedicated to making your SoCal urban-chic experience entirely unforgettable.

In June 2012, W San Diego unveiled an entirely new collection of spacious indoor/ outdoor meeting and events facilities as well as a series of chic lounge and dining options designed to inspire.

How would you describe the atmosphere of the W San Diego in three words?
Music, Fashion, Design

What makes W San Diego stand out as a wedding venue?
The fully renovated 20,000 square feet of meeting space features lush textures and nuances that are only matched by the technologically advanced capabilities offered for meeting and event production. Whether you're planning a fabulous social event, large corporate function or intimate wedding reception, allow W San Diego to make your meeting memorable and your special event spectacular.

What spaces are available for ceremonies/ receptions? How many people can you accommodate?
Ceremony
Rooftop - under 200
Grand - 120
Great - 200

Reception
Rooftop - under 200
Grand/ Kelvin - under 200
Great - under 200
Rooftop/ Great - 300

Is there in-house catering?
Yes

Is there a day-of coordinator?
No

How would you describe the W San Diego experience?
From the moment the doors open, guests are greeted by a scene pulsing with the promise of exciting possibilities. Inspiration ignites in the newly imagined Living Room where vibrant colors collide and heat up the lounge-like atmosphere, featuring stylish accents, all as a backdrop to a vividly-lit bar and elevated DJ stage. As the original rooftop lounge in San Diego, Rooftop at W San Diego features a gorgeous restyle with beautiful wood flooring, bountiful lush seating, private bottle-service cabanas, and a brilliantly concepted bonfire sculpture to bring heat and blaze to the Rooftop ambiance. Also included in the recent relaunch is Kelvin restaurant, serving up a Latin-influenced menu that plays with creativity and temperature range in an equally imaginative atmosphere.

What is one important piece of advice you would like to share with couples in choosing a wedding venue?
When you walk into a venue, imagine the whole experience of your wedding day. Focus on the feeling that you want to give your guests and the mood of the event, rather than just seeing what is on the surface. We can make any dream come true.