Mangia Monday: S'mores Bar

Who said camping can't be classy?  A s'mores bar is a fun and entertaining food station idea for an outdoor reception.  Let your guests roast their mellows to perfection on their own in a real fire pit or spruce it up and let professionals do it for you on styled burners.  Here is warm and gooey family friendly idea that will keep guests amused and having a good time.

PHOTO CREDIT theknot.com

 PHOTO CREDIT Jolynne Photography

-JW

Fashion Friday: The Modern Age

This is the age of minimalism, so make a bold statement with a structured and modern silhouette.  If beads and lace aren't your thing, you can still standout with a less is more look.  A bold structure and clean cut lines will flatter your figure and create amazing shape.  Play it up with jewelry and a dramatic hairstyle.  Look clean, fresh and ready to amaze in a dress that won't take away from the most important thing of the day, your natural beauty!

 Angel Sanchez

 Angel Sanchez Spring 2014

Amsale Fall 2014: Blake Dress

Amsale Fall 2014: Preston Dress

 Rosa Clara 2015 Collection

-JW

Inspiration Thursday: Creative Cupcakes

Cupcakes have become an insanely popular alternative to a wedding cake. Who could say no to indulging on a small piece of heaven?  Cupcakes Squared did an amazing cupcake tree with inventive square shaped cupcakes finished with delicious buttercream icing and an assortment of small orchids and edible flowers.

Photo Credits Clifton Photography

Wedding Wednesday: Sela & Chris

Sela & Chris said “I do” at the historical Mission Basilica San Diego de Alcala and then rode in style in a vintage Rolls Royce to their reception at the Prado.  Blush pinks and champagnes decorated the ballroom as the happy couple danced the night away with professional flamenco dancers.  Guests enjoyed a photo booth and the night closed with touching speeches from the bridal party and family members.

Highlighted Vendors
Wedding Coordinator: Ann's Plans
Florist: Ashley Elizabeth Floral Design & Styling
Reception Location: The Prado at Balboa Park
Photographer: Studio Carre
Videographer: The Emotion Picture Studios
Reception Entertainment: Artistic Productions and Anthony Garcia and his Flamenco Dancers
Wedding Cake: Flour Power
Invitations & Stationery: Wedding Paper Divas
Hair & Make-up: Beauti On The Go
Dress: Justin Alexander
Linens: A Perfect Table
Rentals: San Diego Events Lighting
Transportation: Classic Limos

-JW

Vendor Spotlight: Rhapsody Rentals

Company Name: Rhapsody Rentals
Phone: 858.384.6009
Location: 4888 Ronson Court, Suite K, San Diego, CA
Email: info@rhapsodyrentals.com
Website: www.rhapsodyrentals.com
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About Us:
We are Shawna and Caroline from Rhapsody Rentals, two home decorators extraordinaire who had the good fortune to sit next to each other in class and share ideas about building exciting furniture props while pursuing their interior design degree. We are flea market lovers, furniture repurposers and collection makers! Treasure hunting is what excites us and wakes us up in the morning….. Making a difference in people’s life through enabling them to create a perfect day is what fills our hearts. And we say NO to boring white plastic wedding arches!

How would you describe Rhapsody Rentals?
We love modern, vintage, mid-century, bohemian and period furniture all the same… Our rentals reflect our curiosity for all cultures and eras.

Shawna’s loves:
Farmer markets, mani and pedis (especially the massage part!), dirty martinis (extra dirty please!), purses and shoes, and her sweet kitty Milano.

Caroline’s loves:
FOOD, WINE (major points of excitement in my life), Texas Hold’em, anything about the universe AND riding my Harley!

Rent unique and personalized items from Rhapsody Rentals for styled shoots or engagement shoots! Even rent a one of a kind arch to say "I do" under.

Table Design Tuesday: Citrus Summer Squeeze

Inspired by the love of summer, this tablescape uses the signature colors of summer and citrus.  Bright orange gerber daises and sunny yellow tulips coupled with fresh oranges limes and lemons give this table a sun-kissed feel.  Together this creates a rustic setting to enjoy with your "Main Squeeze"! Citrus accents at a summer wedding in Southern California will make your guests swoon.

Photographer: Soul Photography
Florist: Moments in Bloom

-JW

Mangia Monday: Bacon Jam-Goat Cheese

For all those bacon lovers out there (and let's be honest, who isn't), here is a delectable appetizer that will make your mouth water.  Continental Catering created this Bacon Jam-Goat Cheese appetizer that turns the hearty breakfast staple into a sophisticated reception starter.  Everyone is experimenting with bacon these days and it wouldn't be uncommon to see it as a reoccurring ingredient on reception menus this year.  With a generous smear of goat cheese on top of an edible cracker spoon and garnished with some tasty bacon, this creation makes a delicious first course for any wedding reception.

PHOTO CREDIT Continental Catering

-JW