Fashion Friday: Sareh Nouri New York

The classic, yet modern 'Dahlia' exudes style and grace, with a gorgeous silk gazar peplum ball gown, three dimensional lace bodice and lace detailing trickling down the train.  Paired with the matching three dimensional lace jacket, this gown is a show stopper!

Thursday Inspiration: Vintage Americana

Vintage Americana
Vintage is the ever popular look brides are wanting with the many ranches to choose from, Campbell Creek Ranch Estate was a great backdrop for this American Vintage styled shoot.

Wedding Professionals

Photographer
Eisenhower Photography

Ceremony & Reception Venue
Campbell Creek Ranch/Estate

Rentals
Farm Tables and More

Gown
Here Comes The Bride

Men's Wear
A Better Deal Tuxedo

Makeup
Chandra Campos Make-up Artistry

Hair
Nancy Vestal Hair Design

Invitations/ Stationery
Inviting Invites

Florist
Designworks

Catering
Continental Catering

Cake
Artistic Wedding Cakes by the Grove

Wedding Wednesday: Ashley & Rick

6/26/2015  |  L'Auberge Del Mar

Ashley and Rick knew they wanted to incorporate the beach into their special day, but they wanted to add a modern twist to it.  Bold color blocked floral arrangements and multi-textured linens in the ballroom added a wow factor to the seaside wedding.  Each location throughout the day had a cohesive theme, yet had its own exciting look.  The ceremony was classic and simple while the reception brought the club scene and bling.

ingredients:
Location: L'Auberge Del Mar
Wedding Coordinator: Ever After Events
Photographer: True Photography Weddings
Videographer: Film Monkey Studios
Florist: Blush Botanicals
Linens: La Tavola
Entertainment: Extreme DJ
Catering: L'Auberge Del Mar
Wedding Cake: Sweet Cheeks Baking Company
Invitations/Stationery: Wedding Paper Divas
Gown: Jinny's Bridal
Menswear: Friar Tux Shop
Rentals: Lounge Appeal

Wedding Wednesday: August & Ramzi

8/8/2015  |  Port Pavilion on Broadway Pier

The bride and groom wanted their family and friends to experience the best of San Diego. The couple had an elegant and traditional ceremony at All Soul's Episcopal Church in Point Loma, surrounded by stained glass and mid-century modern design. In a twist, the bride was given away by her younger sister due to their close relationship. The reception occurred at the Port Pavilion on Broadway Pier. This indoor/outdoor venue provided sleek city skyline views as well as gorgeous sparking bay views. 

ingredients:
Ceremony Location: All Souls Episcopal Church 
Reception Location: Port Pavilion on Broadway Pier
Wedding Coordinator: At Your Side Planning
Photographer: Anika London Photography
Videographer: Blue Tiger Films
Florist: Barliz Flowers
Linens: Abbey Catering & Event Design Co.
Entertainment: Ruben Valenzuela / Premier Entertainment
Catering: Abbey Catering & Event Design Co.
Invitations/Stationery: Wedding Paper Divas
Gown: Here Comes the Bride
Menswear: Tux City
Rentals: Lauren Sharon Vintage Rentals
Other: Sweet Treats Ice Cream and Dessert Truck

Wedding Wednesday: Kat & Willem

10/17/2015  | La jolla Beach and Tennis Club

After graduation, and nearly two years of long-distance dating, both Kat and Willem would eventually settle in for a new adventure in Portland. Willem thought he had the one when Kat agreed to watch 100-plus A's games in the summer of 2014. He knew he had the one when Kat didn't leave him after his meltdown in the hours following the A's collapse in the playoffs.With his mind made up, Willem planned his proposal. Knowing that Kat's only wish in life is to get a puppy, Willem put a deposit down for a Golden Doodle. He then bought a collar with the name of the couple's future dog (Andi, short for Anderson, if you're wondering) and placed the collar on Snowy, the Suyderhoud family dog. While walking Snowy on Baker Beach in San Francisco, Willem surprised Kat with the collar and the news of the soon-to-be arriving addition to their apartment. Moments later, Willem followed up with a proposal. Kat channeled her inner Marv Albert and said, "Yes!"

ingredients:
Photography: Bob Hoffman Photography
Location: La Jolla Beach and Tennis Club 


Florist: Diane's Flowers Floral Designer 

Cake/Dessert: Sweet Cheeks Baking Company
Gown: The Bustle Del Mar Dress Store

Ask Abby: Hair and Makeup Ettiquette

On the day of my wedding, who am I responsible for paying for their hair and makeup?

This one is entirely up to you! Traditionally, the bride will pay for herself and her bridesmaids. However, if you're trying to save a little money, you could ask your bridesmaids to pay for themselves. Just make sure it's known before the day of who is paying for what so you can avoid any potentially awkward situations. 

Doing hair and makeup sample days before the wedding to figure out what style you want is always recommended and can be a fun bonding activity for your bridal party!  So start looking through hair and makeup artists' portfolios and figure out what style you're going for and get ready to feel fabulous!

Hair and Makeup by Elizabeth C Williams Hair and Makeup