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Real Wedding :: Nancy + Angel 7 Degrees Laguna Beach

Fri, 08 Apr 2011 17:27:00 -0700

I never thought this day would come! Now let me clarify, I knew that someday my beautiful niece would find her perfect match, however it's the end of planning this wedding I thought would never come. It doesn't matter how many years or experience you have in the industry, when it comes to working with family the expectations and pressures we put on ourselves are ridiculous. I'm so happy and fortunate that I was able to share these past 18 months of planning with Nancy. She's grown up to be such an amazing and beautiful person from the inside out.

After many hours of planning and working with some of my favorite "friendors" the wedding was a huge success. Not only did Nancy and Angel have a touching ceremony they managed to enjoy every single moment of the wedding without missing a single detail. I want to say a special thanks to my partners in crime Henry Chen and Deanne of Bella Fiore for helping me pull this off. I also want to thank my dear friend Victor Sanchez, who's an amazing chef for coming out to set up the Churro stand for everyone's end of night midnight snack, people are still talking about those yummy churros!

Vendor:

Ceremony location: St. Catherine of Siena in Laguna Beach, CA

Reception location and caterer: Seven Degrees in Laguna Beach, CA

Planner, coordinator, and stationery: NOZZA Studio

Make-up artist and hair stylist: Karen Cobb

Florist: Bella Fiore

Cake and pastries: Jay's Catering

Churro stand: Victor Sanchez

DJ and MC: Premier Events Group

Linens: La Tavola Linens and Luz Pencyla

Chairs: Elegant Chiavari Chairs 4 Rent

Suit: Rik Ducar

PRESS :: Featured In Utterly Engaged E-Magazine Issue #13

Sun, 07 Nov 2010 14:57:25 -0700

It is always a pleasure working with the ladies of EU, and this time it was no different. As many of you may know I have a love for all things PAPER! I first approached EU with the idea of creating three different concepts using Envelopments as the basis for our themes. I find that a lot of the times my brides get so caught up in having to have a specific "theme" for their wedding that they forget how to simply enjoy the process.

The wonderful thing about working with Envelopment products is that you can create your entire color concept and even wedding theme with a card stock pattern. From the design of your tables to the details on the cake. This photo shoot was challenging but so rewarding. It allowed me to work with some great vendors and show couples out there how to pull together an entire design using paper as your inspiration.

This photo shoot was published in the latest issue of Utterly Engaged's online magazine. Please check out the inspirational, creative, and original work below! To read the entire article and Issue #13, please click here.

Design and coordination: NOZZA Studio

Photography: Henry Chen

Cake designs: Erica O'Brien Cake Design

Floral designs: Bella Fiore

Invitation design and art direction: D*LSH Studio

Cover and table of contents:

Real Wedding :: Elisabeth + Damian Wayfarers Chapel and The Reef

Sat, 06 Nov 2010 14:20:22 -0700

Photography: William Kim Photography
Flowers: Bella Fiore
Wedding Planning & Stationery: NOZZA Studio
Ceremony: Wayfarers Chapel
Reception: The Reef

Real Wedding :: Alexandra + Chris Hotel Maya Long Beach

Sat, 09 Oct 2010 13:44:51 -0700

Photography: Eric Stoner Photography
Venue: Hotel Maya Double Tree
Flowers & Favors : Bella Fiore
Stationery : By Groom and Bride
Cake : Rossmoor Pastries
Event Coordinating: NOZZA Studio

Sneak Peak : Custom Wedding Invitation

Mon, 04 Oct 2010 13:10:29 -0700

*Sneak Peak picture off my Black Berry. Another Arte Crisol creation. George proposed to Caryn right on that bench on a walking trail next to the ocean in Orange County. The couple gave us a picture taken of that very spot and Nuvia was able to paint that exact place. Free lance graphic designer Paper Cut Industries and products by Envelopements.

Custom Wedding Invitations : By Peach Mail Box

Mon, 04 Oct 2010 12:27:16 -0700

Custom Wedding invitations designed by Peach Mail Box. When Christina first approached me she loved the idea of having a painting done just like the one we did for Melissa + Bernie's wedding. Her wedding would be taking place at the LA River and Garden Center as well but her style was more reflective of the rod iron doors and historic buildings.

Gamie created this custom invite with vintage design that reflected both the clients and the venues needs. You can view more photos on Just Peachy Blog. Nuvia of Arte Crisol created a custom painting for them to display at the wedding reception which was also used as the front cover of their wedding invitations. Can't wait to see the professional shots of the wedding in the meantime enjoy the little sneak peak picture off my trusty black berry.

Real Wedding :: Sergio + Claudia Marriott Hotel Long Beach

Sat, 02 Oct 2010 12:40:24 -0700

Photography: William Kim Photography
Flowers: Bella Fiore
Venue: Marriott Hotel
Event Planning & Stationery : NOZZA Studio

Real Wedding : Casey + Chase Calamigos Ranch Malibu

Thu, 30 Sep 2010 16:42:55 -0700

I can't believe how fast time passes us by. Casey and I have been emailing back and forth recently about her new venture FutureWise Consulting and realized that a year had quickly gone by since her wedding.

I didn't have a chance to post any pictures from her wedding since it's been quite difficult to get a hold of her photographer, however, I did manage to pull some pictures off her personal site to share with you all as well as a short video that my friend Andrew of Tour LA formely Iobon Cinema shot of their wedding.

I'm so proud of you Casey and what you are doing to help mentor students through the college transition. We need more people like you in this world.

Casey and Chase Short Film from tourla.tv on Vimeo.

Venue & Catering : Calamigos Ranch

Wedding Coordinator & Stationery: NOZZA

Entertainment: Pawn Shop Kings & DJ FX Entertainment

Cake: Bread Basket Cake

Real Wedding:: Blanca + Eric Our Lady of Perpetual Help + Renaissance Hotel Long Beach

Sat, 25 Sep 2010 14:56:16 -0700

Photography: Desi Bayton Photography
Flowers: Bella Fiore
Coordinating & Stationery: NOZZA Studio
Ceremony: Our Lady of Perpetual Help (Donwey)
Reception: Renaissance Hotel Long Beach

Claudia + Sergio : Engagement Session Long Beach

Mon, 20 Sep 2010 17:27:16 -0700

Claudia just radiates with happiness. She has the most beautiful smile that can just light up a room. I'm so excited for her upcoming wedding in just a few weeks. William of William Kim Photography has out done himself again. I'm delighted to be working with him this year. He has simply become one of my favorite photographers. He has such a caring demeanor about him and a calming effect with dealing with my clients. I hear nothing but raves on how comfortable he makes them feel.

Claudia and I met many moons ago while attending the same high school. Although we lost touch after high school the miracle that is FACEBOOK and mutual friends have managed to get us reconnected. When she emailed me asking if I would help her and her fiance plan their upcoming wedding, I was simply honored. I love planning weddings but I especially love planning my friends weddings. There is just a different level of mutual respect for one another and the bonds that are formed during the process are just irreplaceable. Thank you Claudia for allowing me to be a part of your special day. I can't wait for your wedding!

Real Wedding :: Veronica + Briana Hotel Maya Long Beach

Tue, 14 Sep 2010 14:42:43 -0700

If ever two people were meant to spend the rest of their lives together, these two are it. I can't remember the last time I had so much fun at a wedding. Raul of R&R kept the music going till the lights went on, and then some. We even managed to get in the action for the last song.

Everything about Ronnie and Briana was special, from the very first moment I met them both there was this calmness that Ronnie brought to Briana's life. Briana's mom was involved in every step of the way making their commitment ceremony a memorable one for both of them. Briana's father beamed with joy and welcomed Ronnie with open arms into their family. I've never been a part of a group of people so overwhelmed with love and support for two individuals. I was honored to be a part of their celebration.

I'm thrilled to share with you the lovely pictures that Red Loft Studio captured that day. It was such a pleasure working with them. I love when Long Beach vendors come together to make special days come to fruition. My trusty partner in crime Deanne of Bella Fiore provided the beautiful floral arrangements, NOZZA Press and Paper Cut Industries created all the wedding stationery and lastly the yummy cake was made by Rossmoore Pastries.

Wedding Location: Hotel Maya Long Beach

Wedding Stationery + Coordination: Nozza Studio

Flowers: Bella Fiore

DJ: R&R Entertainment

Hair and Makeup: Karen Cobb

Photography: Red Loft Studios

Cake: Rossmoore Pastries

Elisabeth + Damian : Engagement Session Long Beach | Belmont Shores

Tue, 14 Sep 2010 14:04:22 -0700

I can't believe the year is winding down. For as much as I'm looking forward to my mini vacation in December, I'm definitely going to miss all my wonderful clients. I'm so fortunate to work with amazing individuals such as Elisabeth and Damian. It's been so much fun picking out colors, creating invitations, selecting floral designs and now as we approach the final details of the wedding are coming together.

Once again William Kim of William Kim Photography has managed to capture the love, love, love between Elisabeth + Damian along with their two little adorable dogs. I'm looking forward to their celebration this upcoming November.

Blanca + Eric : Egagement Session Griffith Park Observatory

Wed, 01 Sep 2010 19:01:22 -0700

This past weekend was the wedding celebration of Eric and Blanca at the Renaissance Hotel of Long Beach. Although it's only been a few days I can't wait to see all the amazing picture that Desi of Desi Baytan Photography took. Here is a little sneak peak at their engagement session while we wait for the wedding pictures to be processed.

Real Wedding :: Veronica + Haitham Renaissance Hotel Long Beach

Tue, 17 Aug 2010 18:21:38 -0700

This year has definitely been the year of warp speed planning. I received a phone call from one of my sisters asking me if I would help plan one of her best friends wedding, Veronica to Haitham at the start of spring. I said sure not problem, but you do realize that it's in two months time? Having planned a few weddings already this year within two months I immediately got to work.

Veronica and Haitham were so easy to work with. They knew they wanted to keep the wedding intimate with focus on family and close friends. I knew that based on their budget and size of wedding the perfect venue for them would be The Renaissance Hotel in Long Beach. They offer an all inclusive package that includes venue, food, cake, and flowers. Lucky for us Deanne of Bella Fiore is the hotels preferred florist so the choice was an easy one.

One of Veronica + Haitham's friend brought an abundance of pastries for everyone to enjoy. Haitham's family is from Egypt and they couldn't attend the wedding celebration but not a single moment was missed. We set up a web cam so they wouldn't miss a thing. Haitham even had a little dance with him mother via the cam.

I want to thank Will William Kim Photography for capturing the night. He was so attentive and kind. I truly enjoy working with him.

Allison + Nathan :: Engagement Session + Wedding Invitations

Wed, 11 Aug 2010 19:48:28 -0700

These two crazy kids are getting married! I love working with wedding photographers when it comes to planning their own wedding. It's been a great year for The Wedding Clique and this wedding will be special for all of us involved. Henry Chen will be photographing their wedding on a very special date 10-10-10! You can see some more of their engagement session by visiting HCP blog.

Lucky for me my lovely friends are photographers and are nice enough to shot some great photos of their invitations. After a couple meetings with Allison + Nathan we finally got the color scheme down and made a design selection. As some of you may already know I'm fortunate enough to work with some amazing local stationery designers. After selecting the new Pocket Fold and one of my absolutely new favorite card stock Anvil from Envelopments we chose one of Monica's of Paper Cut Industries signature designs.

I just love how you can take two different concepts and mix it up a bit to create your very own semi-custom design. I love the color combination we came up with and the new pocket fold lends perfect with the modern inspired wedding. Thanks Nathan for taking pictures of your invitations.