EDITION 2021 LAS VEGAS
A romantic, magical journey to CASA de LOS SIETE PATIOS in Baja California.
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A Letter to Our Readers, Welcome to Layers of Luxe Weddings + Travel Magazine Nº 5. Despite the changes that have swept throughout the Globe, 2020 was a year of mixed feelings and the Wedding Industry was significantly impacted. We welcome new beginnings - Our focus on this new stage of Layers of Luxe Weddings Magazine is to showcase extraordinary Weddings + Travel inspiration, a great way to re-ignite the planning of your special day.
EDITION 2021 LAS VEGAS
Publisher | Creative Director Oscar Diaz Editor | Public Relations Rosie Cuevas
And now, the moment we’ve all been waiting as the City of Lights - Las Vegas celebrates the reopening at 100% capacity, couples can host their wedding with the whole family. We just can’t wait to see the full weddings and awesome events get back on track_ _Brides can you feel it? Spread the LOVE - Las Vegas is Here!! We invite you to browse our gorgeous pages for inspiration from first class wedding professionals as your embark on your love story. Get excited and start planning! Love,
Rosie & Oscar
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STYLED SHOOTS Al Fresco A Rustic Touch on Regal Elegance A Ray of Sunshine Parisian Summer Garden Wedding A Timeless Affair Luxe Outdoor History Museum Wedding with Fall Tones Luxury Winter Styled Wedding Modern Romance In Miami Monarca Butterfly Bright and Modern Mini Wedding Over the Top Prismatic Art Gallery Wedding
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LOVE STORIES Elaine & Rudy Brooke & Jonathan Maria & Peter Mckenzie & Bill
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Your Bridal Look Experience
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C A S A DE LOS SIETE PATIOS A romantic, magical journey to one of the best venues with breathtaking view In Baja California.
ENSENADA BC, MEXICO VENUE: Casa De Los Siete Patios PLANNING + FLOWER DESIGN: By Felix Garay WEDDING GOWNS: Coco Melody Mexico PHOTO + VIDEO: Alpa Media MX MODELS: Shastaty Osuna + Luna Cañedo
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Casa de los Siete Patios was designed by owner and architect JeanLoup Bitterlin, in 1969, as the family estate for his mother Doña Pepita, founder of El Rey Sol, Mexico’s oldest French restaurant.
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The patios include a neatly groomed garden surrounding a twostory playhouse, oceanview pool and spa and an ocean’s edge eucalyptus grove, and an antique carrousel for your children’s delight.
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Perched a top a dramatic ocean bluff, overlooking the ever blue and sometimes emerald glistening waters of the Pacific Ocean of Ensenada, is Casa De Los Siete Patios.
amenities, then you will know why I designed and built this as my dream home. Come with family and friends, relax and make it yours, too!
This is mi Casa and I welcome you to experience something very special and memorable. When you see its perfect oceanfront location, modern and contemporary architecture, along with its numerous
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ATHENS, GREECE Event Planner: Sparkling Day Events Invitation Designer: Atelier Invitations Rentals: Zazoo Event Rentals Jewelry: Iordanis Jewelry Cake Designer: The Cakers Shoes: Panos Papadopoulos Dress Designer: Mary Theotoki Haute Couture Floral Designer: Fleur Du Jour Athens Makeup Artist: Irene Kyranis Luxury Bridal Services Photographer: Stelios Tsikas Photography
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A Rustic Touch on Regal Elegance
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THE LIRIODENDRON MANSION, BEL AIR Photographer: Clapp Studios Venue: The Liriodendron Mansion Event Planner: Tira Lynn Events Wedding Gown: Elite Secrets Bridal Apparel: Christopher Schafer Clothier Rentals: Something Vintage Linens and Coverings: BBJ Linen
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BEL AIR, MD Photographer: Marie Medina Photography Event Planner: Keyla Alanes Events Floral Designer: PETALOS DC Event Venue: Liriodendron Mansion Linens and Coverings: Select Event Group Dress Store: The Bridal Boutique Makeup Artist: MAB Artistry Invitation Designer: Tortoise Designs Bakery: Mimi's Mocha Treats
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Yetunde Oso Event Designer My name is Yetunde Oso and I am the Founder and Creative Director of The UpperRoom Events.. PRESENTS
KATY, TEXAS Photographer: IMG Artistry Venue: The Bowery House & Gardens Event Planner: The UpperRoom Events
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"If you don’t have a mission -if you don’t have any goals- if you don’t have a purpose, you’re wasting great potential. So live life with purpose and on purpose." - YETUNDE OSO
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A Timeless Affair
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THE VIRGINIA HOUSE, RICHMOND Photographer: Fresh Look Photography Event Venue: The Virginia House Event Planner: Heather Benge Events Invitation Designer: West bloom paper co Makeup Artist: Cameron B. Carson, LLC Hair Stylist: Kelsea Dayberry Dress Designer: Jaye Applewaite Cake Designer: Kadi Bakes Floral Designer: Intrigue Designs Linens and Coverings: Nuage Designs Rentals: White Glove Rentals Shoes: Bella Belle Shoes Jewelry: Ariem Treasures
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TORONTO, ON Photographer: Dani Marie Photography Rentals: Nayos Event Planner: The Memory Vine Design and Decor: Table Tales Floral Designer: Ruth Chin Events Calligrapher: Clarice Gomes Designs Invitation Designer: ID Inspired Designs Cinema and Video: SDE Weddings Studio Venue: Mint Room Studios Cake Designer: Isabella Sweet Cakes Hair Stylist: Carley Artistry Dress Designer: Lovable Victoria Jewelry: Flair By Monique Model: Raluca
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HOTEL COLONNADE, MIAMI BEACH Photographer: Rosina DiBello's Photography Studio Event Venue: Hotel Colonnade Event Planner: Elite Events Management Floral Designer: Why Not Wild Flowers LLC DJ: DJ Dave Trakz Beauty: Seventh Level Salon & Spa Dress Store: Lavie Bridal Event Designer: Sensational Experiences Event Cake Designer: Betty's Cakes Mens Attire: Men's Wearhouse Apparel: RashawnRose Bridal & Prom Beauty: Kozmetik Kreationz Rentals: Different Look Rentals: Decora Event Rentals Cake Designer: Elite Cake Creations Cinema and Video: Chris & Audrey
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LEBANON, OH Photographer: Cassidy Alane Photography Event Venue: The Honey Farm Rentals: Lost and Found Event Rentals Floral Designer: Floral V Designs Event Planner: KMC Weddings and Events Design and Decor: Paige Makes Makeup Artist: Let's Do Make Up and Hair Other: Kosins Tents & Events Design and Decor: The Pop Up BNB Bakery: Icon Cakes Dress Designer: Louise Christine Bridal Boutique & Atelier Tuxedo: Topman Calligrapher: Eden and Vine
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DANVILLE, CALIFORNIA Photographer: Melanie Sammis Creative Event Planner: Events by Pins & Petals Floral Designer: LC Floral Design
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Bright and Modern Mini Wedding
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LIVE! CASINO AND HOTEL, HANOVER Photographer: Clapp Studios Event Planner: Bird of Paradise Events Venue: LIVE! Casino and Hotel Floral Designer: Bella Fiori Florals Hair Stylist: MasterShearz Beauty: KatchStudios Invitation Designer: Devine Designs by Diesha Tuxedo: Miguel Wilson Collection Wedding Gown: Amanda Ritchey Bridal Rentals: Media Minds Lingerie: Journey Down the Aisle Model: Nioby Scarbrough Model: Isaiah Austin
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THE CLARIDGE, ATLANTIC CITY Photographer: Taylor Nicolle Photo Event Designer: Devoted Wolf Events Event Venue: The Claridge Beauty: Gina Jost Makeup and Hair Artistry Cinema and Video: Alyssa Kaufman Films Bakery: The Crafty Cakery Dress Store: Wedding Belles Boutique Tuxedo and Mens Attire: Chazmatazz Formalwear Musicians: Ceremonious Strings Invitation Designer: Stephanie Somodi Designs Floral Designer: Blossom And Bee Floral And Event Design Floral Designer: Eden Events Floral Designer: Flower Peach Floral Floral Designer: RSVP By Anastasia Floral Designer: Tame Florals
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Caked Las Vegas
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Wh a t a r e t h e t h r e e m o s t p opu l a r d es i g n s on you r r a c k s? Mermaids & Alines seem to be the winning styles.
Wh a t i s i t a b ou t br i d a l g o w n s t h a t g et s you a l l g l o w y? W h at i s the B r i d al Salon Name?
The brides expression when she finds her dream gown.
Couture Bride
Ho w h ave you a d a pt ed i n- s t or e t o t h e on g oi n g pr es e n c e of C OVID-19? Challenge, We have decided to work by appointment only and not keep to regular business hours or days. When you are ready for us we are here for you.
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Wh a t h a s b e e n you r bi g g es t c h a l l e n g e a f t e r op e n i n g t o t h e pu bli c? Steaming the gowns after each try on, limiting the number of guests per bride, and limiting the number of appointments in our store.
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Wh a t ’s n e w for 2 0 2 2 ? We are looking forward to having a busy year. Doubling our appointments and being able to hug again! Bring on 2022.
Wh a t i s t h e Pr i c e r a n g e? $1,500 - $8,000
Wh a t d o es a n a pp oi n t m e n t t y pi c a l ly l o o k li k e a f t e r C OVID-19? For br i d es wa n t i n g t o t r y on g o w n s A S A P, c a n you t el l u s h o w you h av e a d a pt ed i n- s t or e t o t h e on g oi n g pr es e n c e of C ov i d 19? Our designers have been working with us on rush orders, which is truly amazing these days. Also we are able to sell our gowns off the rack if need be. We keep our samples immaculate with out having them in a bag.
A bride and her party of three all wearing masks. They are greeted at the door with hand sanitizer before they can touch the gowns. The saddest part of all is no more hugs. We truly miss that connection.
COUTURE BRIDE | Las Vegas 950 S Durango Dr #130, Las Vegas, NV 891457 p: 702.647.7778 w: www.couturebridelasvegas.com
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W h at i s the B r i d al Salon Name? Grey Pearl a Bridal Gallery
Wh a t i s t h e Pr i c e r a n g e? Ho w h ave you a d a pt ed i n- s t or e t o t h e on g oi n g pr es e n c e of C OVID-19? 2020 has been unexpected. Is that too predictable of an answer? As a small business, every year you’re working towards a goal to “making it work.” At the end of 2019/beginning of 2020, all signs were pointing to our first real year of business success. So it felt like the rug being pulled out from under me. I didn’t want my brides to get anxious about their dresses, so I spent all of March-May making a lot of phone calls and writing emails. We also offered virtual appointments and a couple of at-home appointments while the shop was closed to keep up with brides and all their shopping needs. Now we’re able to see our brides with minimal changes to the experience.
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$1800-$5000; but our sweet spot right now is $2300- $3000
Wh a t a r e t h e t h r e e m o s t p opu l a r d es i g n s on you r r a c k s? 1. Fitted crepe; 2. Textured (not traditional lace) A-Line; 3. Graphic lace fit-to-flare
Wh a t h a s b e e n you r bi g g es t c h a l l e n g e a f t e r op e n i n g t o t h e pu bli c? We’ve definitely become more of a therapist for our brides than ever before. It’s not just wedding planning for them. They’ve experienced job loss, deaths of friends and family, illnesses, almost everything that you don’t wish on anyone. I love that they trust us with their feelings, so we worked really hard to be the best listening ear for all of the frustrations they’ve had to deal with over the last year.
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Wh a t i s i t a b ou t br i d a l g o w n s t h a t g et s you a l l g l o w y?
For br i d es wa n t i n g t o t r y on g o w n s A S A P, c a n you t el l u s h o w you h av e a d a pt ed i n- s t or e t o t h e on g oi n g pr es e n c e of C ov i d 19? We’re open and ready to welcome all the brides! We’re lucky that we’ve already created an intimate space. We work with independent and emerging bridal designers, so we already have great communication with them for our brides. We had a quick learning experience of how to adapt in March 2020, so we feel like we’re prepared for almost anything. Our designers are ready to rush gowns for brides that want to hurry up and plan something quick, or if we can’t make something happen we’re very transparent. But it’s pretty rare these days, which is such a good feeling. We also have acquire some great samples that are available to take with you same day for those last minute brides.
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Honestly, it’s not just about the gown for me. There is something special about the emotional connection that you get to make with brides while they’re shopping for their wedding gown. What makes wedding gowns so special isn’t just the fit or the fabric, it’s about the day you wear it. It’s how it makes you feel on such a life changing day. I always want my brides to feel like a magnified version of themselves. They’re celebrating their love and their life, so it should feel good to wear it and feel like it’s part of that celebration, too!
Wh a t ’s n e w for 2 0 2 2 ? Wh a t d o es a n a pp oi n t m e n t t y pi c a l ly l o o k li k e a f t e r C OVID-19? It honestly hasn’t changed that much, except for the mask wearing! We’ve always been open by private appointment only, with inviting smaller entourages. It’s the best set up for a great shopping appointment for the bride. You know that you’re coming in for all eyes and ears on you. There’s no distractions with other clients in the shop. And by encouraging brides to only bring 1-3 guests with them, it allows them to not get caught up in all the opinion noise—love you, mom, sisters, and friends! I promise! Sometimes too many people in an appointment can send brides into a mental spin when trying to make decisions).
I’m always looking out for new brands and dreaming of bringing them to Vegas. I want to host more trunk shows (one or two weekends showcasing gowns that are borrowed from the designer for a limited time experience) with more fashion forward designers to give brides an opportunity to try and buy gowns that they may not have ever seen otherwise.
GRAY PEARL 4555 South Fort Apache Road Suite 146 Las Vegas, NV 89147 p: 702.888.3361 w: www.greypearlbridal.com
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MyloFleur Designs Designer, Musician, and Architect Graduate School. Mylo specializes in fresh and silk floral art installations, unique and private events, high-end weddings, and bohemian elopement designs. PRESENTS
WEDDING FLORAL DESIGN LAS VEGAS, NV Planner: Desirable Events by Desi Photographer & videographer: Susie & Will Floral: Mylofleur Venue: South Shore Country Club Lighting: LED Unplugged Photo booth: Smashbooth Rentals: Jovani LinenS Stationary: Alligator Soup DJ: Ivan Barrera Cake: Las Vegas Custom Cakes Live Streaming: M Place Pro
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"She designs a floral world she loves" - MYLO
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WATERFRONT WEDDING IN REHOBOTH BEACH Photographer: Savannah Smith Photography Event Planner: Happy Hour Events Floral Designer: Strange Vine Studio Cake Designer: Carolina Sugar Fairy Cinema and Video: Good Clean Fun Rentals: Coastal Tented Events Rentals: Pretty Little Wedding Co. Transportation: Atlantic Transportation Services Lighting: Light Action Productions Calligrapher: Lewes Lettering Co. Dress Designer: Danielle Frankel Studio
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MYSTERY OF THE CASTLE Photographer: iMarry Event Planner: iMarry
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HAMILTON FARM GOLF CLUB, GLADSTONE Photographer: Laurel Creative Event Planner: Hamilton Farm Golf Club Venue: Hamilton Farm Golf Club Cinema and Video: DP Weddings Floral Designer: Narcissus Florals Hair Stylist: Boho Hair Salon Musicians: Hank Lane Music Photo Booth Equipment: Hipstr Tuxedo and Mens Attire: Tessuto Other: Shake Shack
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Ella Gagiano | Photographer & Owner of Ella Gagiano Studios 6551 Las Vegas Blvd South C-143, Las Vegas, NV 89119 | info@ellagagianostudios.com | 702.340.5505 www.ellagagianostudios.com
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SCHEME WEDDING & EVENT DESIGN
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Modern-Vintage Rentals | Specialty Rentals & Event Styling rentals@modern-vintagerentals.com | Phone: 702.480.3406 www.modern-vintagerentals.com
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Proprietor’s Reserve 6635 West Badura Ave, Suite 180 | Phone: 702.893.6444 reserve@pr.vegas
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A studio for the love of mine.
M y L o fl e u r & M y l o 2 7 M u s i c
MYLO XYLOTO LLC Fine Arts Studio
MYLO XYLOTO LLC Fine Arts Studio Myriam "Mylo" Lopez | Floral Designer & Musician Cell: 702.817.7855 | info@mylofleur.com www.mylofleur.com
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Félix Garay | Floristeria /fgfloristeria |
fgfloristeria@gmail.com | 646.131.96.78
Ensenada, Baja California Mexico
Invitation Suites
Visual Identity Design
Seating Charts / Menu Design
Graphic Design / Illustration
Foil / Letterpress / Digital
Personalized Glassware
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