This year has definitely been the year of warp speed planning.  Just a few months ago I received a call from Diana asking if I could plan a wedding in two months?  You read that correctly my friends, two months.  So the search began.  We were fortunate enough to book The Los Angeles Rive and Center Garden, where Melissa and Bernies wedding just took place.  That in itself was a miracle.  If you're not familiar with the River, this venue usually books 18 months in advance.  All the planning is complete, my studio is packed with all the decor, finalizing a few last minute details and we're ready for show time next week. 

I'm excited to share with you a few of their engagement photos that Jenny Park took.  Jenny is working on a new site, so unfortunately can't share her work with you just yet, but I will link back once it is up. (Link is up)

 

Melissa + Bernie's Wedding at the Los Angeles River and Garden Center this past weekend was by far one of my most favorite weddings ever.  I couldn't have imagined spending my holiday weekend anywhere else other than with Melissa and Bernie, no one parties better than these two.  

I want to thank Kristen and Rafael for introducing me to such a lovely couple.  From the very first consultation I knew that we would not only have a great time planning the wedding but we would definitely remain friends after the big day.  (I'm seeing her today, any excuse to keep her coming back)

Sunday's celebration at one of my favorite little hidden gems  Los Angeles River Center and Gardens could not have happened without the help of my partners in crime Deanne of Bella Fiore and Henry of Henry Chen Photography, this is one of many weddings The Wedding Clique will be working on together this year. 

This wedding is a perfect example of how you can use several colors without having it look like a skittles factory.  The focal point of the wedding were the Carlisle Lamour linens by BBJ Linens.  Everything from hand painted wedding invitations using that pattern, to all the table names, programs and signs were inspired by this table cloth.  

I feel honored and blessed to have been a part of such a special day.  What started out as an idea in my head and a year of planning all came to fruition.  The joy in Melissa's face when she saw it all put together is priceless. 

Vendor Highlight:  This DJ had the dance floor on fire.  Loved him. Luke of Premiere Events

Ceremony and reception locations: Los Angeles River Center and Gardens in Los Angeles, CA

Planner, coordinator, and stationery: NOZZA Studio

Officiant: Father Mike Javor

Dress: La Soie Bridal Shop #1

Florist: Bella Fiore

Cake: Rossmoor Pastries

Music: Ricky Rasura Harpist 

Transportation: Hilltop Limousine Service

I am beyond excited to have met both Yolanda and Hanson. Thank you Henry Chen Photography for blogging about me. Because of you Yolanda found me. We've had so much much finding a venue in the San Ynez area and recently completed their Mexcian, Chinese, and American inspired save-the-date cards. I can't wait to share those with everyone as well. Congratulations Yolanda and Hanson, you're e-session pictures are beautiful. I can't wait for your wedding day.

This was by far one of the most stressful weddings I've ever had to plan. There are several lessons to be learned but I think the most important lesson I learned was that as long as you have friends, family and a community that supports you everything and anything is possible. Zoila and Arturo are blessed to have a community and a loving family that were willing to do whatever it takes to make their special day possible. Two weeks prior to her wedding the venue that they had booked informed them that another wedding was also booked that day and they would have to find an alternative venue. With two weeks to the date we worked hard to pull it all together. To all the vendors that help me with your support I want to thank you from the bottom of my heart. I also am blessed to have a great network of wedding vendors to work with. Congratulations Zoila and Arturo, if you managed to make it through this you can make it through anything.

Photos by Studio 7 Photography

Less than six months ago my friends Ivis + Mike surprised us at their house warming party with the announcement of their engagement.  We were all so excited for both of them, but soon after that a date was set and the next few words came out of her mouth "Do you think you can plan a wedding in four months?"  Oh, how I love a challenge. 



Ivis is one of the most creative and crafty people I know.  I knew my friend was talented, but I didn't know she was this talented.  Before I get into all the craziness that took place in such a short amount of time, I want to thank two of my favorite boys.  Henry of Henry Chen Photography and Will of William Kim Photography for capturing all the very special moments of my dear friends wedding day.
 
The staff at The Mitten Building went above and beyond to help me set up and keep things running smoothly throughout the night.  I even had a local volunteer roll and wrap every single napkin, I mean only in Redlands would that happen. Farm Artisan Foods and its staff was one of the easiest catering companies I've worked with in a long time.  I have to say it was really nice to start off my season working with such competent vendors. 

This post will most definitely have to have a part two.  There are so many little details of this wedding the require its own post.  Ivis not only challenged me to help her plan a wedding within four months, she also decided she was going to make every single element from centerpieces to homemade infused vodka favors.  I fell in love with the brides bouquet, hair piece, bridesmaids bouquet and the flowers girls piece so much so that I want to start selling her items in my store.  They were so adorable.  There is so much to describe from guest book board to the cake table displays that it most definitely requires a follow up post.  I'll leave you with a few shots and if you want to view more click over to Henry's Blog.