Vendor Spotlight: La Reine des Macarons

Vendor: La Reine des Macarons

Location: La Jolla, CA
Website: LaReinedesMacarons.com

Specializes In: Macaron Favors for Weddings! We specialize in Artisan French Macarons for Macaron Favors and Macaron Towers.
Signature Style: We provide the most customizable Macaron Favors with your own wedding colors and style. Glamorous gold/silver/pearl shimmer is available for your macarons, as well as additional décor or heart shape macarons. Your macarons and packaging colors match your own wedding colors, plus you may pair any macaron color with any flavor you want to enjoy.
Wedding Tip: Show us a picture of your wedding colors and styling for your reception so we can design your unique wedding favors together.

"Artisan French Macarons created and designed for your personalized Macaron Favors."

Free delivery in San Diego area for Macaron Favors booked before May 30thh 2016.
SDWS: Please run the add on April or May 2016

Table Design Tuesday: Simply Sparkling

the visionaries
Photography DAPhotoZ 
Location Omni La Costa Resort & Spa 
Coordinator/Linens Simply Classic Events 
Florist Sweet Ribbon Events 
Chairs Anar Party Rentals
Rentals Enticing Enticing Tables / Sweet Ribbon Events 
Cake Kuba Kreations 
Stationery Soirée and Showers Stationery

Vendor Spotlight: Artistic Productions featuring Lady DJ Merrlyn

Vendor: Artistic Productions featuring Lady DJ Merrylin

Location: 5173 Waring Rd. #170 San Diego, CA 92120
Website: Artistic-Productions.com

Specializes In: Award-winning disc jockey, emcee & event specialist
Wedding Tip: Book someone you “connect with,” who is listening to you and your vision. It’s the key to a successful celebration.

"When you’re happy, you enjoy the music. But, when you’re sad, you understand the lyrics."

 When you book, I’ll include four uprights at no charge!

(a $200 value)

Vendor Spotlight EVENT SPECIAL: University Club atop Symphony Towers

Vendor: University Club atop Symphony Towers

Location: 750 B St #3400, San Diego, CA 92101
Website: ClubCorp.com/Clubs/University-Club-atop-Symphony-Towers

Specializes In: Complete with breathtaking panoramic views of downtown San Diego, The University Club Atop Symphony Towers is the perfect backdrop for a wedding celebration. All private dining rooms capture this amazing view in their intimate and exclusive settings. The University Club is a full service private club which means we provide all food and beverages needed for your wedding. Our Executive Chef is happy to customize a menu to suit your specific tastes and preferences for your upcoming wedding... the options are limitless!

"Complete with breathtaking panoramic views of downtown San Diego, The University Club Atop Symphony Towers is the perfect backdrop for a wedding celebration!"

Inspiration Thursday: Ranch Regality

The inspiration the team had was to do something opposite of rustic or vintage – more elegant and refined, but with a twist.  Fun and a touch whimsical.  Kate Spade was the first thought that came to mind.  Champagne and confetti, gold polka dots, stripes and classic pearls.  A punch of vibrant color. We love the combination of navy and coral together for this shoot and they wanted preppy navy stripes but not so much that it took a turn towards nautical. Soiree Design did such a great job with the florals in different shades of peach and coral and pops of dark blue.  The striped navy bow on the bouquet was a darling touch to tie in with the chair sashes she provided. The centerpiece design was lush with elegant simplicity.


One of our favorite aspects of the shoot was the bridal gown.  Not only is Jaime Elyse a talented gown designer and generous professional, she has now achieved rock star status and we couldn’t be more honored to work alongside a local celebrity! This exact gown made its debut on the runway at New York’s Fashion Week on September 10th of 2015! We were beyond excited when she let me use it in the shoot well in advance of the show.  If you look closely at it, the fabric itself has stripes in it so it tied in nicely with the design. Domenica created the perfectly chic and timeless look for our bride and made those blue eyes just mesmerizing!

It was a nice addition to include the rich wood table from Rustic Urban Events.  It complemented the warm earthy tones of the venue itself and it was still a polished enough piece that was able to frame the more sophisticated décor. Jake Duke’s collection of eye-catching vases, gorgeous clear plates and glassware completed the look.  Truly Madly Sweetly Bake Shop contributed more fun to the design with their simple and sweet gold polka dot cake and Michelle Garibay added the “XO” cake topper to tie in with the stemware tags on the tables. Paper Villa tied all of the details together with their gold foil confetti invitation suite and paper detail.  We loved the pop of coral for the reply envelope.

Any, shoot (or wedding!) cannot be done any justice without a talented photographer behind the lens, in this case, the dynamic duo of Leah and Marcella of Leah Marie Photography. They are gifted, amazing professionals!

visionaries:
Location:  Monte de Oro Winery
Design Concept, Coordination and Styling:  Michelle Garibay Events
Photography:  Leah Marie Photography
Flowers:  Soiree Design and Events
Hair and Makeup:  Domenica Beauty
Cake:  Truly Madly Sweetly Bake Shop
Bridal Gown, Accessories and Flower Girl Dress:  elyseREUBEN Couture
Groom and Ring Bearer Tuxes and Accessories:  Friar Tux Shop
Invitation Suite:  Paper Villa Stationery
Tables and Bench: Rustic Urban Events
Ghost Chairs and Table Runners:  Signature Party Rentals
Napkins:  Designer Specialty Linens
Vases and Place Settings: Jake Duke Studios
Models: Natalie and Zach via Jaime Elyse Couture

Wedding Wednesday: Gina & Jeff *Video Special!*

8/29/2015  |  Private Residence  |  Rayne Wedding Films

Gina and Jeff were married in beautiful San Diego California at the Scripps Forum. The number one emotion they wanted Rayne Wedding Films to capture was there laughter and love for each along with their friends and family.

Gina + Jeff // San Diego, California "Scripps Forum" from Rayne Films on Vimeo.

Wedding Wednesday: Amanda & Chris

May 5, 2015 | Private Residence

their story: Amanda and Chris’s bright, boho-vintage style wedding was held at Amanda’s family’s ranch style home in wine country.  They were married under a beautiful floral arch that doubled as a backdrop for their sweetheart table.  Keeping it untraditional, the couple opted for a cake table with several, specially crafted mini cakes in different styles and flavors. Amanda and Chris’s tastefully, mix matched vision came together perfectly for a trendy day they will never forget.

ingredients
Photographer: Leah Marie Photography
Ceremony & Reception Venue: Private Residence
Coordinator / Wedding Planner: Celebrations by Diana & Co.
Gown: Deborah's Bridal
Hair & Makeup: Privé Beauty Group
Florist: MFG Floral Designs and Events
Catering: Vineyard Gourmet Catering
Cake: Sweet Layers
Entertainment: Timmy D Productions
Invitations/ Stationery: Minted
Rentals: Madam Palooza