L.A. BRIDAL Fall/Winter Edition 2014

Publisher

Sierra James Publishing Editor in Chief

Devon Mercurio

Sales & Marketing Director Lisa Mercurio 562.304.6198 lisa@labridal.com

Account Executives Lisa Mercurio Jimmy Mercurio Margaret Loya

Bridal Fair Team Lexy James Fran Pisciotta Jenel Lopez Anissa Martinez Aubray Zell Madison Jones Brandon Pisciotta

Graphic Design L.A. BRIDAL Design Team

Covershoot Contributors Wedding Gown Designer Florist Photographer Venue Makeup/Hairstylist Jewelers Veil Weights Model

Elyse Reuben Custom Couture Flowers by Sam Cameron Taylor Photography Marriott Marina Del Rey Sweet Smiles Artistry Sarah Leonard Fine Jewelers Save the Veil Cayla Unverzagt

Contributing Photographers

Cameron Taylor Photography Jenna Norman Photography Captured in a Flash Photography Maple & Elm Photography Lin & Jirsa Photography Harvard Photography

Contributing Writers Fergie Rosales

Website Design

MrMontoya.com

Printers

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Fall/Winter 2014 In Every I s s u e . .

4

Letter from the Editor

6

Countdown to Your Perfect Wedding

16 Quick Guide to Venues

Rea l We ddings 46

Jenna Norman Photography 48

72 Marriage License Info

Eric & Julie Schweers Harvard Photography

20 Covershoot 2014 46 Real Weddings

Nick & Theresa Hanten

50

Marty & Brittany Magana Lin & Jirsa Photography

52

Billy & Suni Fourney

Captured in a Flash Photography 54

Maple & Elm Photography

C ont en t 8 24 26 31 34 37 40 56 58 60 61 62 65 66 68 70 73 74 74 80 86

Venues Wedding Coordinators Gowns & Tuxedos Bridal Beauty Catering Rehearsal Dinners Photography/Videography Wedding Cakes Entertainment / DJ Officiant Florists Jewelers Bridal Necessities Honeymoons Transportation Rentals Invitations Real Estate Bridal Shows Professional Vendor Listing Destination Wedding Resources

Joe & Sydney Chao

Fea t ure A r tic le s 19

Stitches of Love

36

How to Incorporate Loved Ones on your Wedding Day

44

Find the Perfect Destination Wedding Location for You

62

7 Common Diamond Buying Mistakes

88

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Your Resource to

Los Angeles

Bridal Professionals in

Congratulations on your engagement!

The question you are thinking leads to..Now what?

Well most of us think..Now let the planning begin!

But I want to take this time to encourage you and your fiancé to enjoy your engagement!

After the excitement and joy with announcing your engagement to family & friends, take some time for you and your fiancé to enjoy it!

Go on a mini vacation even if its close to home.

Southern California is the best place for backyard getaways.

Marriage is a lasting commitment. So enjoy your engagement!

When it comes time for you and your fiancé to plan your wedding.

Utilize L.A. BRIDAL and LABRIDAL.com as your GO-TO resource for your wedding in the L.A. area and destination locations.

You will find wedding professionals, tips, tricks, latest trends and so much more to get you started!

The L.A. BRIDAL team and I, Devon Mercurio, are here to help you on beginning the journey to planning your fairy-tale wedding day.

Live. Laugh. Love

Devon Mercurio Editor

@la_bridal

#labridal

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Our Favorite Wedding Details Details! Details! Details!

Don’t be afraid to put your very own unique touch into your wedding. With the current rising and changing culture, having a traditional wedding is not expected. Let your wedding be an expression of you and your fiancé.

1 Theresa added her very own vintage style floral headpiece for her romantic backyard wedding

2 Julie was bold by changing traditional white wedding shoes for stylish teal heels to match her color scheme on her wedding day.

2

1

3

3 Brittany showed her glamorous personality by spicing up and glitzing her wedding ring finger.

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4 Some couples pour sand into a vase or smash a glass as a symbol of uniting their marriage. Billy & Suni, our country couple, branded their initials onto a piece of homemade furniture to be used in their future home together.

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Wedding Planning Checklist 12+ months  Congratulations! Announce engagement.  Choose a date.  Talk budget and determine who is contributing what.  Decide on wedding style.  Choose wedding party: Maid of Honor and Bridesmaids, Best Man and Groomsmen, Flower Girl and Ring Bearer.  Create a wedding website.  Get engagement ring insured and consider purchasing wedding insurance.  Take engagement photo.  Personalize and order Save the Date.  Begin compiling guest list.  Research ceremony and reception venues.  Research wedding planner and vendors: photographer, videographer, caterer, and musicians.  Research wedding dress and veil styles.  Sign up for Pinterest and create wedding style/idea boards. Start pinning!  Subscribe to L..A. BRIDAL e-newsletter.  ____________________________________ 10-12 months  Mail Save the Dates.  Research florists.  Choose bridesmaids & Maid of Honor attire and accessories.  Book ceremony and reception venues.  Book officiant.  Book photographer, videographer, caterer, musicians, and planner.  Purchase wedding dress and veil.  Establish a fitness routine.  Establish a skin care/beauty routine.  ____________________________________ 8-10 months  Research three hotels for out-of-town guests.  Finalize guest list.  Register at three national retailers.  Book florist.  ____________________________________

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6-8 months  Research Wedding Invitation designs.  Research Favors and Thank You Cards.  Research wedding day hair and makeup styles.  Meet with officiant to discuss plans for ceremony.  Reserve rentals: chairs, linens, lighting, décor, etc.  Begin planning honeymoon.  Choose cake style and schedule tastings.  Choose groomsmen attire.  Book ceremony musicians.  Book transportation to and from venues.  Purchase wedding bands.  Personalize and order Wedding Invitations  ____________________________________ 4-6 months  Choose flowers: wedding party, venues, cake, attendants.  Plan welcome baskets for out-of-town guests.  Schedule dress fittings.  Prepare {play/do not play} playlists for DJ/band.  Book honeymoon flights and hotels.  Book room for wedding night.  Order wedding cake.  Order Wedding Invitations.  Order Favors & Thank You Cards.  ____________________________________ 3 months  Plan ceremony and reception seating arrangements.  Experiment with hair and veil with stylist.  Finalize readers and readings.  Book rehearsal dinner venue.  Purchase: toasting flutes, serving pieces, guestbook, flower basket and ring-bearer pillow.  Finalize reception menu.  Order Menu Cards.  Order Rehearsal Dinner Invitations.  ___________________________________

2 months  Mail Invitations.  Develop system for organizing RSVPs.  Begin writing vows.  Review ceremony details with officiant.  Lay out the content for Wedding Programs.  Apply for marriage license: order 2-3 extra.  Finalize wedding day timeline.  Finalize seating arrangements.  Finalize playlists with musicians.  Finalize fittings and attire for wedding party and parents.  Create “wedding day” schedule and send to vendors and officiant.  Create honeymoon itinerary for family at home.  Decide “Something Old, New, Borrowed, Blue.”  Book spa and beauty treatments for you and bridal party.  Book wedding day transportation.  Purchase gifts for attendants.  ___________________________________ 1 month  Call vendors to confirm date, times and location.  Final dress fitting.  Confirm honeymoon reservations.  Pick up wedding rings.  Pick up marriage license.  Pack for honeymoon.  Write Thank You notes as gifts are received.  Order Wedding Programs.  ___________________________________ 2 weeks  Follow up with guests who haven’t yet RSVP’d.  Give final count to caterer.  Update registries.  Begin breaking in wedding shoes.  Make arrangements for the caring of pets and plants while on honeymoon.  Get final haircut and color.  Get playlists to DJ/Musicians.  Delegate wedding day duties: gift table, guestbook, etc.  Delegate someone to return tuxes, rentals and tend to wedding dress.  Send directions to wedding day limo/transportation driver.  ___________________________________

1 week  Prepare final payments to vendors + cash tips for service personnel.  Prepare wedding day emergency kit.  Lay out wedding clothes.  Give readers their scripts, if necessary.  Give photographer and videographer your image and video requests.  Get spa treatments for you and the bridal party.  ___________________________________ The Day Before  Deliver welcome baskets.  Get Mani/Pedi/Massage.  Attend wedding rehearsal.  Have fun at the rehearsal dinner.  Get to bed at a decent hour!  ___________________________________ Wedding Day  Eat a good breakfast!  Allow yourself plenty of time to get ready.  Give wedding rings and officiant fee to Best Man.  Congratulations! ENJOY the Day!  ___________________________________ After the Wedding  Return tuxes, rentals.  Get wedding dress to preservationist or cleaners.  ___________________________________ After the Honeymoon  Send Thank You Cards as soon as possible.  Enjoy your marriage!  ____________________________________

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California 90802

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weddings starting at

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The Perfect Wedding at the perfect location. . .

Imagine starting the next chapter of your life while overlooking a panoramic view of Los Angeles.

The Santa Monica Mountains, Pacific Ocean and Los Angeles skyline will be the backdrop as the Marina del Rey Marriott provides a once in a lifetime experience for your wedding.

To learn more, visit Marriott.com/LAXMB.

MARINA DEL REY MARRIOTT 4100 Admiralty Way Marina del Rey, CA 90292 310.448.4891 Marriott.com/LAXMB

gQuick Guide To Venuesh Location

G = Garden P = Patio Starting V = View price per Ceremony Indoor Outdoor Max W = Water Front R= Rooftop Capacity Person ($) Area Avail. Facilities Facilities Y = Yes for category, * = Call for more details

Belamar HoteL

3501 N. Sepulveda Blvd, Manhattan Beach 310.750.0300, thebelamar.com

Beverly Hilton

9876 Wilshire Boulevard, Beverly Hills 310. 274.7777, beverlyhilton.com

Casa Torres

12341 San Fernando Rd. Sylmar 91342 818.365.9695 / palaciotorres.com

California Yacht Club

4469 Admiralty Way, Marina Del Rey 310.448.4771 , calyachtclub.com

Carondelet House

627 S Carondelet St, Los Angeles 323.466.1835, carondelethouse.com

Casa Del Mar

1910 Ocean Way, Santa Monica 310.581.5533, hotelcasadelmar.com

Crowne Plaza Beverly Hills

1150 South Beverly Drive, Los Angeles 310.553.6561, mybeverlyhillshotel.com

Crowne Plaza LAX

5985 W. Century Blvd, Los Angeles 310.258.1334, crowneplazalax.com

Doubletree by Hilton

6161 West Centinela Ave. Culver City, 310.348.4515, losangeleswestside.doubletreebyhilton.com

Doubletree by Hilton

222 N Vineyard Ave., Ontario 909.937.0900 doubletreebyhilton.com

Duke’s

21150 Pacific Coast Hwy, Malibu 310.317.6204, www.dukesmalibu.com

Earl Burns Miller Japanese Garden CSULB

6300 State University Drive, Long Beach 562.985.2239, www.csulb.edu/~jgarden

Fairmont Hotel

101 Wilshire Boulevard, Santa Monica 310.576.7777, www.fairmont.com/santamonica

Fess Parker

633 East Cabrillo Boulevard Santa Barbara, CA 93103 805-884-8515 www.fpdtr.com

Gladstone

17300 Pacific Coast Hwy, Pacific Palisades 310.454.3474, www.sbe.com/gladstones

Hilton Pasadena

168 South Los Robles Ave, Pasadena 626.584.3170, www.hilton.com

Outside Rehearsals Catering Post Permitted Wedding

Y

G, P

125

$$

Y

Y

Y

G, P

1200

$$$

Y

Y

Y

G

300

$

Y

Y

P,V,W

250

$$

Y

Y

G,P,W

150

$$

Y

Y

G,P,V,W

320

$$$

Y

Y

Y

Y

P

300

$

Y

Y

Y

Y

G,P,

675

$$

Y

Y

Y

Y

G,P

400

$

Y

Y

Y

P

900

$$

Y

Y

V,W

250

$

Y

Y

G, P

165

$

Y

G, P, V

450

$$$

Y

G,P,V,W

750

$$

G,P,V,W

200

G,P

700

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Y

Y

Y Y

Y Y

*

Y

Y

Y Y

Y Y

Y

Y

Y

Y

*

Y

Y

Y

Y

*

Y

$$

Y

Y

Y

Y

Y

$$

Y

Y

Y

gQuick Guide To Venuesh Location

G = Garden P = Patio Starting V = View price per Ceremony Indoor Outdoor Max W = Water Front R= Rooftop Capacity Person ($) Area Avail. Facilities Facilities Y = Yes for category, * = Call for more details

Hilton Ontario Airport

700 N. Haven Ave. Ontario 909.980.0400 hhontario.com

Hilton San Garbiel

225 West Valley. San Gabriel 626.270.2700, hilton.com

Hilton Woodland Hills

6360 Canoga Avenue, Woodland Hills 818. 444.2586, woodlandhillshotel.com

Hyatt Regency Century Plaza

2025 Avenue of the Stars, Los Angeles 310.228.1234 centuryplaza.hyatt.com

Long Beach Museum of Art 2300 East Ocean Boulevard,Long Beach lbma.org (562) 439-2119 Hyatt Westlake Village

880 S. Westlake Blvd., Westlake Village 818.889.1460, westlake.hyatt.com

Y

Outside Rehearsals Catering Post Permitted Wedding

Y

Y

Y

Y

P

450

$$

Y

Y

P,G

530

$$

Y

Y

P

450

$$

Y

Y

V, W

1500

$$

Y

Y

Y

G,P,V,W

300

$$

Y

Y

Y

Y

G,P

200

$$

Y

Y

Y

Y

G, V

650

$$$

Y

Y

Y

Y

G,P

400

Y

Y

Y

Y

G, P

1200

$

Y

Y

Y

*

800

$$

Y

Y

P

500

$$

Y

Y

Y

Y

Y

P,V

360

$$

Y

Y

Y

Y

Y

P,G,V

450

$$$$

Y

Y

Y

*

Y

G,P

375

$

Y

Y

Y

G,P,V

600

Y

Y

Y

Y

Y

Y

V, W

500

$

Y

Y

Y

*

Y

Y Y

Y

Langham Huntington Hotel 1401 S Oak Knoll Ave, Pasadena, CA 91106 (626) 568-3900 / pasadena.langhamhotels.com

Long Beach Marriott

4700 Aiport Plaza Dr.Long Beach CA 90815 562 627 8055 / lbmarriott.com

Los Angeles Marriott Burbank

2500 North Hollywood Way, Burbank 818.840.6487, www.marriott.com

Majestic Hall

650 South Spring Street, LA 213.278.7162 www.majestichalls.com

Marriott Anaheim

700 West Convention Way, Anaheim 714.748.2461, marriott.com

Marriott Marina Del Rey

4100 Admiralty Way Marina Del Rey 310.448.4890, www.marriott.com

Montage Beverly Hills

225 North Canon Drive, Beverly Hills 310.860.7800, www.montagebeverlyhills.com

Museum of Latin American Art

628 Alamitos Avenue, Long Beach 562.437.1689, www.molaa.com

Pacific Palms Hotel & Conference Center

One Industry Hills Pkwy, City of Industry 626.854.2315, www.pacificpalmsresort.com

Queen Mary

1126 Queens Highway, Long Beach, 562.499.1749 www.queenmary.com

Y

Y Y

Y

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gQuick Guide To Venuesh Location

G = Garden P = Patio Starting V = View price per Ceremony Indoor Outdoor Max W = Water Front R= Rooftop Capacity Person ($) Area Avail. Facilities Facilities Y = Yes for category, * = Call for more details

Renaissance Long Beach

111 E. Ocean Boulevard, Long Beach 562.437.5900 www.renaissancelongbeach.com

Riviera Country Club

1250 Capri Drive, Pacific Palisades, 310.454.6591 www.therivieracountryclub.com

Saddle Peak Lodge 419 Cold Canyon Road, Calabasas, CA 91302 (818) 222-3888 / saddlepeaklodge.com Sheraton Cerritos

12725 Towne Center Court Dr, Cerritos sheratoncerritos.com

Sheraton Delfina Santa Monica

530 Pico Boulevard, Santa Monica 310.399.9344, www.sheratondelfina.com

Sheraton Pasadena Hotel

303 East Cordova St, Pasadena 626.449.4000, sheratonpasadena.com/

Shutters

1 Pico Blvd, Santa Monica 310.458.0030, www.shuttersonthebeach.com

SLS Hotel Beverly Hills

465 South La Cienega Boulevard, Los Angeles, 310.247.0400, slshotel.com

The Loft on Pine 230 Pine Avenue Long Beach facebook.com/TheLoftOnPine (562) 888-2303

Taglyan Cultural Complex

1201 N. Vine St., LA 323.978.0005 www.taglyancomplex.com

Outside Rehearsals Catering Post Permitted Wedding

Y

Y

P,V

450

$$

Y

Y

Y

G, P, V

500

$$$

Y

Y

Y

G, P, V

200

$$

Y

Y

Y

Y

Y

P

220

$$

Y

Y

Y

Y

Y

P,V

300

$$$

Y

Y

Y

P

250

$$

Y

Y

P, V, W

220

$$$

Y

Y

Y

Y

G,P

400

$$$$

Y

Y

Y

Y

V

*

$$

Y

Y

G,P

500

$$$

Y

Y

1000

$$$

Y

Terranea Rancho Palos Verdes G,P,V,W

100 Terranea Way, Rancho Palos Verdes 310.265.2800, www.terranea.com

Y

Y Y

Y

*

Y

Y

Y

Y

Y

Y

*

Y

Tiato Garden Cafe & Venue

G,P

200

$$

Y

Y

Y

Y

Trump National

G,P,V

300

$$$

Y

Y

Y

Y

*

$$$

Y

Y

Y

350

$

Y

Y

Y

2700 Colorado Ave. Ste 190, Santa Monica 310.866.5228, www.tiato.com 1 Trump National Dr, Rancho Palos Verdes 310.303.3220, www.trumpnationallosangeles.com

Verandas G,P,V,W

401 Rosecrans Ave, Manhattan Beach 310.546.7805, www.verandasmb.com

Wedgwood Wedding and Banquet Centers G,P,V,W 16 Locations in CA 866. 966.3009, wedgewoodbanquet.com

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Y

Stitches of Love

Let me begin by telling you my story and that I

not wear anything other than what had been

dreamt about a prince who would sweep me off

dress for me, I felt like a princess and that is

my feet and take me away from all the negative

exactly how

situations that

“It was then, that I promised myself I would not wear any other wedding dress than what had been made by my mother.”

am a big dreamer... When

I was young, I always

I was witnessing as a child. I grew up in a time of war, starvation, and the agony of natural disaster that broke up my hometown. In the midst of these hard times, I had very loving and understanding parents that went though

many difficulties to try to provide for our family and make us happy. My father always came

up with ideas to provide for his family and my

mother stood by his side every step of the way.

My father and mother had a lot of things in

common. One of the common characteristics that they shared was their love for fashion and clothing. My dad was a clothing designer and

made by my mother. Every time she created a new

I want to feel on my wedding day.

When my prince proposed to me, without a doubt, my mom got to work. My dress is in the process of being created especially for me.

Naturally, I was excited and couldn’t wait to

my mom has been a seamstress for over thirty

come up with a design so we got started as soon

wonderful person

I have ever known. I am so happy, today, to call her “my mom”. I loved

and work on fabric opened up my eyes to the

watching her create new clothes and alter old

dresses and photographing them. Today, I create

years. She is the most humble, patient, and

ones.

as possible. Watching my mom create new styles

creative world. Since then, I have started creating unique high fashion clothing and find beautiful

settings with models for my photography shoots.

I have been doing photography for the past ten I love what I do.

years and

As for the wedding, we have designed a very special dress. What inspired me is the combination of fairytale brides. For the material, we have chosen to use French lace with tulle and added embellishments. Armenian tradition allows for the groom to arrive at the bride’s home and ask her father for her hand in

marriage prior to the celebrations. After approval, the father brings the bride out of her room to present her to the groom. That is the moment

I

am looking forward to most. Our wedding date

She always helped my dad with his big projects and designs and, together, they always created wonderful pieces of work. She helped my dad with men’s suits, but every time she had to work on fancy dresses or wedding gowns her eyes lit up. It was then, that

I promised myself I would

is set for

November twenty first of two

thousand and fourteen. I know that, together with my mom, we will create something

wonderful and extremely memorable which cherish forever.

I will

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Covershoot 2014 Vendor Love

By: Fergie Rosales A combination of elegance and beauty is what every bride aims for on her wedding day. In our Fall/Winter photo-shoot, we worked with a team that was not only professional but also poised. It took place at the Marina Del Rey Marriott, less than 15 minutes away from Dockweiler State Beach.

With it’s elongated hallways with dim lighting and breathtaking balcony views Marina Del Rey Marriott made our bride glow. The hotel staff obliged to requests for our photo-shoot and without a doubt will do the same for your special day. All of your guests can benefit from their amenities from personalized meal plans to personalized traditional ceremonies.

Our bride is wearing a wedding gown from Elyse Reuben custom couture. ElyseReuben participates in non-profit runway shows that strive to promote modesty and sophistication. They stitch dresses for every body type including the flower girl, the mother of the bride and your custom bridal gown. Silhouettes vary from long to short with styles like sweetheart strapless, slim fitting mermaid, gorgeous ball gown including eloquent sleeves, with textures of silk and lace. Topping the look off with feathers, diamonds or a handcrafted belt creates endless possibilities.

There is no better way to illuminate in your gown than by having flawless hair and makeup. The Sweet Smiles Artistry hair and makeup team believes in quality and perfecting their beautiful brides.

Their services vary from classic/traditional to vintage/glam for both hair and makeup.

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For our photo-shoot the team created an elegant neutral look. Nicholas Reynolds created two varied hairstyles. One hairstyle displayed soft loose curls and the other was a chic side curly updo. Sweet Smiles Artistry entail flawless, long lasting results.

Flowers by Sam, Sam Robinson, is a very talented floral designer who can take every increment detail about your wedding and incorporate your unique style into his designs. The bouquets and centerpieces can be a mixture of different flowers including roses, sunflower, lilly, calla lilly, and gerber daisy. The bouquets incorporated in the photo-shoot have different shades of purple, red-orange, and ivory. Alongside the bridal gown, the fluorescent bouquet enhances the bride’s dress. The naturalness and brightness of the flowers will add an edge to your look.

Get started and get your free consultation at Flowers by Sam. The ring on your finger is just as essential as the gown you are wearing on your special day. At Sarah Leonard Fine Jewelers you can fine vintage, classic and customized rings made by expert designers. Each designer ring displays unique styles including diamonds with gold accents, complementary sets for both you and your fiancé, elegant rings with a large diamond set surrounded by eloquently placed small stones and rings with a diamond band proving to be classy and elegant.

Our bride is wearing the Tacori Dantela platinum semi mount ring paired with a Tacori crescent silhouette dia eternity band with a complementary drop necklace and earrings, which helps completes her look.

This gorgeous jewelry also pairs beautifully with Jill Watson’s Save the Veil, veil weights.

The magnetic weights impeccably stay on your veil to avoid the wind carrying your veil out of your hair and obstructing pictures and the ceremony. Not only do the weights help restrain your veil in a sophisticated manner, but it also works as an accessory. Save the Veil has four options to choose from, oval with crystal, oval with pearl, round with crystal or round with pearl.

Cameron Taylor and Lucas Parker from Cameron Taylor Photography do a phenomenal job at capturing every intimate detail on your wedding day.

The photographers captured our bride in every possible natural pose and setting from the grand lobby to the stunning balcony views. They captured her complexion, her ring, veil, dress, and bouquet. The photographs from your wedding are the most essential gifts and memories you can receive.

Cameron and Lucas act as storytellers through the journey of your wedding and do their best to share your love story through their photographs.

These wedding professinoals are sure to provide you with stress-free and remarkale memories on your wedding day.

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Sarah Leonard Fine Jewelers

Save the Veil ~ Veil Weights

Elyse Reuben Custom Couture

Sarah Leonard Fine Jewelers

Flowers by Sam

Marriott Marina Del Rey

Marriott Marina Del Rey Save the Veil ~ Veil Weights

Elyse Reuben Custom Couture

Cameron Taylor Photography

Flowers by Sam

Cameron Taylor Photography

Wedding & Event Planning

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How to Choose the

Perfect Wedding Planner

Your Wedding Planner must be PROFESSIONAL Your Wedding Planner must be CONNECTED & RESPECTED. – This ensures that you will get the highest caliber of vendors to give you the best price.

Your Wedding Planner must be a good LISTENER. They will have to listen to you, the Bride, but also to other family members who are participating in the ceremony.

Your Wedding Planner must respect and be able to work within your BUDGET. Your Wedding Planner should have CLASS & RESPECT. Your Wedding Planner should have REFERENCES. You will want to speak to a few of their most recent clients and you want to ask them the hard questions such as: * How does your potential planner behave under pressure? * Are they timely? * Do they follow through? * How did they handle the vendors? * Did they make excuses or make it happen? * How did the wedding end up? * Were they 100% satisfied with the wedding planner?

Your Wedding Planner should have a SET FEE. Either an hourly or a Wedding Project Fee, depending on what services they are providing for you and not have “add-on” fees.

Your Wedding Planner should have a CONTRACT for you and the vendors. The Wedding Planners should be the leader in all conversations with vendors and a true advocate for the Bride and Groom. From pricing to quality, the planner should have your best interest at 100%.

Your Wedding Planner should have the CAPABILITY to: * Create a time-line from the beginning until the day that you and your spouse get home from the honeymoon and begin your life together * Select Invitations as well as appropriate wording * Work with your Pastor or WOfficiant * Select and reserve your ceremony and reception site * Select, hire and manage desired suppliers and vendors

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Whether you want a custom gown or ready made we have it all in stock for you to try on.

Not certain of your style of gown, have our experienced staff with over twenty-five years of experience, help you find just the perfect style. If your dream gown is unique, we can sketch your gown, as well as show you samples of materials. We can make almost anything, even replicas of existing gowns. So you love a dress but want a different color or fabric, we can do that also!

We even do custom beading so there is no limit to your options at Brides by Liza. Our goal is to make you look your very best for your special day. We are located at 8685 Wilshire Blvd, Beverly Hills, CA, 90211. So give us a call at 310.652.2218 to set up an appointment.

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Find the Perfect Destination Wedding Location for You!

1. Pick the perfect spot — for you and your fiancé.

Take your time deciding your perfect Destination Wedding Location! Make sure the spot represents you and your significant other.

2. Be prepared for any kind of weather.

Most destination weddings tend to be outside so be ready with your Save the Veil: Veil Weights so when the wind blows your veil won’t! (pg. 65) 3. Time it perfectly.

Make sure you’re not booking your wedding during another big event or your guests will have a hard time booking hotel rooms. Also, keep in touch with your wedding party and try to work around their schedule as well.

4. Dress for the location.

Make sure you tailor your dress and makeup to your location, whether it be a beach wedding or an extravagant church wedding don’t be afraid to try different styles.

5. Keep a budget in mind.

Just remember that not everyone can afford super-expensive plane tickets or a five-star hotel. Fancy isn’t always better, just be yourselves. Also, don’t forget to keep track of your wedding budget!

6. Use wild and local flowers for your decor.

It’s the little things that will make your day truly stand out. Try incorporating colors that you and your significant other both love, but don’t get too stuck on a “color palette”.

7. Ask your family and friends first.

Be positive that your guests and wedding party are on board with traveling for your wedding before planning it out.

8. Encourage your guests to try new things.

Write out a local guide — one of the best parts of a destination wedding is doing something you normally wouldn’t try. If you and your significant other are foodies, try making a restaurant guide for them to follow!

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9. Research the local cuisine.

Try to combine local foods into the reception. It will fit the theme and be super fresh!

10. Go for a “planning trip” first.

Make sure you take at LEAST one planning trip before booking your destination wedding. You’re definitely going to want to see it in person first. Heck, try out a few places! You might not know it until you see it.

(See below) 11. Double check the local marriage requirements.

Everywhere is different, make sure you know the laws before you plan the ceremony!

12. Send out travel-themed invitations and save-the-dates.

Maps, postcards, and passport themes are perfect for this. Super cute.

Rather than buying pre-made invites, try hiring a designer who can capture your aesthetic perfectly.

13. Take care of yourself.

Traveling can take a lot out of anybody, so make sure you get plenty of rest and stay healthy and beautiful for your big day. Drink lots of water and keep your face clean and luminous, especially when visiting a humid climate.

14. Consider a “trash the dress” ceremony before you pack your bags.

Take advantage of the local nature, and throw the perfect “trash the dress” photoshoot!

15. Take care of your guests as much as possible.

Your guests traveled far and wide for your big day, make sure they’re taken care of!

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Entertainment With Passion Unmatched In Performance EXPERIENCE IT! The good Lord has blessed me with a talent to understand what people need, want and expect when it comes to quality and service in entertainment and hospitality. At the end of each event, when I see the guests talking and smiling is what motivates me to keep doing what I was called to do, and that is to entertain.

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Entertainment Band

Tijuana Dogs Southern California’s top entertainment band brings you over fifteen years of experience rocking crowds everywhere!

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JEWELERS

7 Common Diamond Buying Mistakes 1. Buying a diamond based on the certificate While a diamond certificate can give you an “idea” of what a diamond will look like, it can never tell the whole story. That is why jewelers and gemologists only buy diamonds they have been inspected in person. Every color grade and every clarity grade is a range, so not all G-SI1 diamonds are the same! That is just one of the many reasons why there can be such large price differences between diamonds that appear seemingly the same. If you are considering a shape other than round this becomes even more critical. These other shapes can frequently have different numbers of facets, different facet arrangements, and of course, very different proportions. It can also impact how large the diamond appears—carat is a measure of weight, not size, so not all 1.00ct diamonds will have the same surface area. The best diamond cutters in the world balance visible size with maximum light performance, and seeing the diamond in person is the only way to know which is the most dazzling!

2. Demanding a GIA Certificate GIA is generally regarded as the foremost authority in gemology and diamond grading in the world. However, every diamond IS whatever it IS, regardless of which lab has graded it. It is CRITICAL that you understand the differences between labs, but ultimately if you have two diamonds side by side and one is prettier and less expensive, but not graded

by GIA, who cares? In other words, diamond grading is NOT an exact science! This is why it is so important to see the diamonds in person AND to work with a trusted professional who can offer their guidance and expertise.

3. Misunderstanding color and clarity Clarity in particular is often given far too much emphasis by uneducated buyers. We all want clean gorgeous diamonds, but properly graded SI1 diamonds are just as “clean” to the naked eye as a flawless diamond costing thousands more! Even the best I1 clarity diamonds can be surprisingly clean and spectacular if they are cut well. Remember that each color grade is a range, and that the difference from one color to the next is almost indistinguishable once a diamond is set in a ring.

4. Putting too much, or not enough, emphasis on the lesser factors Some people get caught up in the exact dimensions/ proportions of diamonds they are considering. Or they demand certain polish and symmetry grades.

Here is the critical point—it is the relationship of ALL the quality factors of a diamond that determine how our eye perceives it’s brilliance, fire, and overall beauty. Look at each diamond, compare them side by side, and let your EYE tell you which is the most spectacular diamond, not a piece of paper.

5. Misunderstanding fluorescence Fluorescence is the natural phenomenon found in some diamonds that cause them to “glow” when exposed to UV light (including sunlight). It CAN be bad if it is strong or very strong and results in what is known as a “chalky” or “milky” appearance. But this only occurs in a tiny percentage of diamonds. Most fluorescent diamonds have little or no visible affect and in many cases, especially with near colorless or light yellow stones, will actually IMPROVE the appearance while also saving you money!

6. Not checking the upgrade policy Many stores offer upgrade policies on their diamonds. Some don’t offer one at all, while others require that you DOUBLE your investment any time you want to upgrade. Other stores may have looser policies that will give you more flexibility in the future if you choose to upgrade your diamond. Be sure to ask and make sure the policy is the best for you in the long term. Remember, a diamond is an investment for life, and your jeweler and their programs should be a part of the lifetime of celebrations.

7. Not working with an educated professional Sure you want to get the best price. Who doesn’t?

But don’t you think it’s worth a few extra dollars to have an expert guide you through one of the most important financial and emotional purchases of your life? Find a gemologist you TRUST, with lots of experience, and let them educate you further about the things I listed above. See it for yourself, and let them help you discover the best VALUE. Most importantly, working with an expert can help you relax and HAVE FUN! This process should be exciting and enjoyable… let them take some of the stress and worry away so you can cherish the experience.

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Marriage Licenses

BY LINDSAY GOWER It’s the must-have accessory for every bride: A Marriage License! So let’s review the basics you need to know about getting licensed to wed.

Getting the License Both bride and groom must go, in person together, to a County Clerk’s office. In California, you can go to the Clerk’s Office in any county; it does not need to be the county in which you are having the wedding. Neither of you needs to be a California resident to apply for a California marriage license. No blood test or medical exam is required and there is no waiting period: You apply, pay, and receive the license then and there.

You both must: • Be at least 18 years old. If you’re younger, you need consent of parent or guardian.

• Bring a government- issued valid picture ID (such as a driver’s license) that includes your full legal name and date of birth.

• If you have been married before, bring Proof of Dissolution. You cannot apply for a marriage license if you are married, even if your divorce is almost final.

What to Do With the License You receive an unsigned license. Here’s what makes it an official wedding certificate: • Get married within 90 days of the date the license is issued!

• Before the wedding, give the license to the person who’ll officiate at the ceremony. The officiant is required to review the license before conducting the ceremony. It’s a good idea to bring it to the rehearsal for go over it with the officiant, and of course bring it to the wedding.

• After the ceremony, the officiant will complete and sign the license, and have it signed by bride, groom, and at least one witness.

• The officiant will return the license to the County Clerk’s office within 10 days of the ceremony, so it can be officially recorded. Once recorded, you can buy a copy of your wedding certificate (depending on the county, you don’t receive one automatically).

IN LOS ANGELES, YOU CAN APPLY FOR A MARRIAGE LICENSE ONLINE. IT’S EASY AND SAVES TIME! Once you complete the online application you can come to the Registrar-Recorder/County Clerk headquarters in Norwalk or go to any one of our branch offices to pick up your marriage license, pay the license fee, and arrange for a civil marriage ceremony, if desired. Call or visit any of the branches listed below for further details.

Catalina Branch Court Avalon (310) 510-0026 (Call for appointment) 9355 Burton Way, 1st Floor Beverly Hills (310) 288-1261 Hrs.: 8:30 a.m. - 3:00 p.m., M-F 1028 W. Avenue J2 Lancaster (661) 945-6446 Hrs: 8:30 a.m. - 3:00 p.m., M-F 11701 S. La Cienega Blvd, 6th Flr LAX Court (310) 727-6142 Hrs: 8:30 a.m. - 3:00 p.m., M-F 4716 East Cesar Chavez Avenue Los Angeles (323) 260-2991 Hrs: 8:30 a.m. - 3:00 p.m., M-F 7807 S. Compton Avenue Los Angeles (323) 586-6192 Hrs. 8:30 a.m. - 3:00 p.m., M-F 12400 Imperial Highway Norwalk (562) 462-2137 Hrs: 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m., M-F 14340 West Sylvan Street Van Nuys (818) 376-3700 Hrs: 8:30 a.m. - 3:00 p.m., M-F

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A-Alpha Wedding Invitations 818 243 3263 aalphaprint.com Erika’s Elegance 626 430 6099 erikaselegance.com Tange Design Couture Invitations 562 692 1515 tangedesign.com Nex Graphics Invitations 21777 Ventura Blvd #217 Woodland Hills, CA 91364 nexinvitations.com

Bridal Fair Tips

INVITATIONS

Sloan Events New York / Los Angeles 866-646.7087

When attending bridal fairs bring along the following: Don’t get Writers cramp!

Bring custom return address label stamp OR Print a page of address labels with your name, email and wedding date.

Wear comfortable shoes!

You will be on your feet for a long period of time gathering information and talking to vendors so wearing your comfiest shoes will help!

Bring your Entourage!

Be sure to bring your mom, mother of the groom and/or your bridesmaids for a fun filled day! They can help you get information, fill out forms and be a great support group!

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Bridal Showplace Bridal Shows 2014 August 10, 2014

The Queen Mary 1126 Queens Hwy., Long Beach

September 21, 2014 Westin Hotel 333 Ocean Blvd., Long Beach

October 12, 2014

Knott’s Berry Farm Resort Hotel 7675 Crescent Ave., Buena Park

November 2, 2014 Hilton Hotel 168 S. Los Robles Ave., Pasadena with Special Guest “ DAVID TUTERA”

Door Prizes worth $1,000’s including 3 Luxurious Honeymoons

January 4, 2015 The Queen Mary 1126 Queens Hwy., Long Beach

11:00am - 3:00pm

Meet some of Southern California’s most distinguished wedding professionals offering everything you need to plan your perfect wedding - from bakeries, dj’s and florists, to invitations, photographers, venues & everything in between. * Taste cake, hors d’oeuvres & chocolate delicacies

Image taken by Photographic Memories www.photomem.biz

The first 50 Brides at the door will receive an awesome “SWAG BAG”

* Listen to the live Entertainment Showcase * Enjoy a beauty makeover, spa massage, have your photo taken at the photo booths * Dazzling choreographed Fashion Shows for the entire bridal party * Learn the latest trends at the fabulous “Bride & Groom 101 Seminars”

Visit www.bridalshowplace.net or call 562.381.2865

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Tickets: $10.00 at the door or $7.00 when you purchase online at: www.bridalshowplace.net

Don’t Miss the Wedding Wonderland Event of the Year!

July 20th, 2014 1pm to 5pm

Embassy Suites Anaheim-South 11767 Harbor Blvd. Garden Grove CA 92840 Creating an Upscale Wedding Showcase Experience for Vendors and Brides alike!

SHOW HIGHLIGHT: $10,000 Wedding Trunk will be given away to 1 Lucky Bride!

Pre-register by purchasing tickets online to enter!

Ticket Link: www.EmbassyWeddingWonderlandEvent.Eventbrite.com

50% OFF Ticket Code: WWE50

WeddingWonderlandevent.com 714.683.6779 WeddingWonderlandevent@gmail.com

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Professional Vendor Listings

Bachelorette Parties

Hells Belles Burlesque burlesquebachelorette.com 818-850-1743

Bridal Beauty

NERIUM AD dmercurio.neriumproducts.com 562.201.0662 pg. 31 Penelope’s Pit Stop Lashes pvander@mac.com penelopepitstoplashes.com 714.293.1673 pg. 33 Jamie Leonard/Hair & Makeup Artist jamjleonard@gmail.com jamleonard.com 831.239.4889 pg. 33 Sweet Smiles Artistry sweetsmilesartistry@gmail.com sweetsmilesartistry.com 714.683.6779 pg. 32

Bridal Necessities

Save the Veil: Veil Weights savetheveil.com 949.498.3037 / 800.808.1333 pg. 33, 65 Twisted Hangers twistedhangers.com pg. 65

Bridal Showplace Bridal Shows

Sunday, November 2nd Hilton Hotel, Pasadena

Sunday, August 10 The Queen Mary

Sunday, January 4th Sunday,September 21st Westin Hotel, Long Beach The Queen Mary Sunday, October 12th Knotts Berry Farm Resort

Hotel

bridalshowplace.net 562.381.2865 pg. 76 Bridal Show Southern California

Sunday, August 17th, Canyon Crest Country Club 11:00-3:00

Sunday, September 14th, Shandin Hills Golf Club 11:00-3:00

Sunday, November 9th, Westridge Golf Club 11:30-3:30 Sunday, January 11th, 2015 Shandin Hills Golf Club 11:00-3:00

bridalshowsoutherncalifornia.com 209.250.6405 pg. 75 I Do Bridal Event Sunday, January 26th 2014 Langham Huntington Hotel Noon-4:00pm Idobridalevent.com pg. 78 Wedding/Teen Expo

Sunday, June 22 Radisson Whittier

Sunday, July 27th Courtyard by Marriott/Baldwin Park

Sunday, October 19th Courtyard by Marriott/Culver City Sunday, November 16th Howard Johnson Inn Fullerton

Bridal Shows

Sunday, August 24, Holiday LAX

Bellisima Bride Bridal Show September 28th, 2014 Hyatt Regency Valencia BellisimaBride.com pg. 79

Sunday, September 21, Crowne Plaza LA Harbor

Bridal Premiere August 10th, 2014 Hyatt Westlake bridalpremiere.com 805.376.3515 pg. 79 80 • LABRIDAL.COM Fall/Winter 2014

Wedding Wonderland Sunday, July 20th 2014 Embassy Suties Anaheim-South 1:00-5:00 weddingwonderlandevnt.com 714.683.6779 pg. 77

Sunday, January 25th 2015 Holiday Inn LAX

wtexpos.com 714.357.4400 pg.74

Cakes Eat Cake Cafe 19705 E. Colima Road Ste. #6 Rowland Heights CA 91748 info@eatcakecafe.com eatcakecafe.com 909.468.2253 pg. 57

Contemporary Catering 310-558-8190 contemporary-catering.com Cube 615 N. La Brea Ave, Los Angeles 323-939-1148 eatatcube.com

Hansen’s Cakes 1072 S. Fairfax Ave. Los Angeles CA 90019 323.936.4332 / 323.936.5527

Eco Los Angeles 310.728.6005 ecocaters.com

193 S. Beverly Dr. Beverly Hils CA 90212 310.273.3759 / 310.271.4670

Hokkaido Culinary Catering Group SoCal 818-602-0186 hokkaidocatering.com

18432 Ventura Blvd.

Tarzana CA 91356 hansenscakes.com pg. 56 Sweet and Saucy Shop 7922 E. Coast Highway., Newport Coast 949.715.0920 3722 Atlantic Ave., Long Beach 562.598.8340 sweetandsaucyshop.com pg. 56

Catering 24 Carrots Catering and Events 17851 Sky Park Circle Ste F, Irvine 800.717.1545 24carrots.com

Il Fornaio 301 North Beverly Drive, Beverly Hills 310.550.8330 1551 Ocean Avenue, Santa Monica 310-451-7800 1800 Rosecrans Avenue, Manhattan Beach 310-725-9555 ilfornaio.com Jay’s Catering 10581 Garden Grove Blvd.

Garden Grove, CA 92843 info@jayscatering.com 714.636.6045 jaycatering.com Sweet Wheels 818-939-5565 sweetwheels.org

Aliotta’s Via Firenze 4485 Torrance Blvd, Torrance 310-371-9555 aliottas.com

Taglyan Cultural Complex 877.taglyan tagylan.com pg. 15, 38

An Catering 2700 Colorado Ave Ste 190, Santa Monica 323-460-2645 ancatering.com pg. 34

Taste 538 Palisades Drive, Pacific Palisade 310-459-9808 ilovetaste.com

Animal 435 N. Fairfax Ave.Los Angels 323-782-9225 animalrestaurant.com Bollywood Bites 310-403-1661 thebollywoodbites.com

Truly Yours Catering 10940 Burbank Blvd, North Hollywood 818- 753-9100 trulyyourscatering.com

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Churches

Event/Wedding Coordinators

Hollywood United Methodist Church 6817 Franklin Ave. Los Angeles 323.874.2104 hollywoodumc.org

Erika’s Elegance info@erikaselegance.com erikaselegance.com 626.430.6099 pg. 24

Immanuel Presbyterian Church 3300 Wilshire Boulevard, Los Angeles immanuelpres.org Wayfarers Chapel 5755 Palos Verdes Dr S, Rancho Palos Verdes 310.377.1650 wayfarerschapel.org pg. Inside Front Cover Westwood United Methodist Church 10497 Wilshire Blvd Los Angeles 310.474.4511, westwoodumc.org Saint Timothy RC 10425 W. Pico Boulevard, Los Angeles 310.474.1216 sttimothyla.org

L.A. BRIDAL Wedding & Event Planning devon.labridal@gmail.com 562.201.0662 pg. 24

Favors Arlana’s Gourmet Cookies agcookies.com 888.919.5572 Favors in Bloom 818.523.2083 favorsinbloom.com

Entertainment/DJ

Florists

Bell Canto LA 562.833.6444 bellcantola.com pg.60

Devynn’s Gardens 16441 Pacific Coast Hghwy., Sunset Beach 562.592.2610 5305 E. 2nd St., Long Beach 562.439.0308

Raymar Productions raymarproductions.com 714.632.9202 / 877.772.9627 pg. 58 Tijuana Dogs tijuanadogs@gmail.com tijuanadogs.com 714.916.7890 pg. 59 Soli Entertainment 714.615.2813 solientertainment.com pg. Inside Back Cover The Sinatra Tribute Band sinatratributeband@gmail.com sinatrabigband.com 714.916.7890 pg. 59

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712 Marina Dr., Seal Beach 562.594.0104 devynnsgarden.com pg. 61 Flowers by Sam sam@flowersbysam.com flowersbysam.com 323.206.6305 pg. 61 PINK DAFFODIL 19 Spectrum Pointe #607 Lake Forest, CA 92630 Studio Hours: By Appointment Only info@pinkdaffodil.com pinkdaffodil.com (949) 294.9519

Gowns & Tuxedos

Invitations

Bridal Elegance 2172 Torrance Boulevard Torrance CA 90501 info@bridalelegancesalon.com bridalelegance.com 310.406.3917 pg. 28

A-Alpha Wedding Invitations 818.243.3263 aalphaprint.com

Brides by Liza 8685 Wilshire Blvd., Beverly Hills bridesbyliza.us 310.652.2218 pg. 26 Elyse Reuben Custom Couture elysereuben.com pg. 29 J Birds Bridal 5526 Sepulveda Blvd, Culver City California 90230 424.228.2296 jbirdsbridal.com Panache Bridal Salon 9740 Wilshire Blvd, Beverly Hills 310.860.9221 3077 Bristol Street, Costa Mesa 714.540.7800 82 S. Fair Oaks Avenue, Pasadena 626.585.8201 1315 State Street, Santa Barbara 805.892.4000 panachebridals.com Friar Tux Shop FriarTux.com 888-friartux pg. 30

Soolip 310.360.0545 soolip.com Tange Design Couture Invitations 562 692 1515 tangedesign.com

Jewelers Sarah Leonard Fine Jewelers 1055 Westwood Blvd.

Westwood Village L.A. CA 90024 310.208.3131 sarahleonardjewelers.com pg. 63 Jeweled by Jeri Origami Owl Designer 619 322 2116 pg. 64 Raphael’s 90210 9529 Santa Monica Beverly HIlls 310.275.6211 raphaels90210.com pg. 64 UDE Collection, Inc. 606 S Olive St Ste 1014 Los Angeles, CA 90014 213.622.7887 UDEcollection.com

Men’s Wearhouse menswearhouse.com pg. 30

Honeymoons

Officiant

Romantic Getaways RomanticGetaways.travel 888.338.0852 pg. 66

Larry Leslie A76oiler@gmail.com 714.334.3629 pg. 60 Fall/Winter 2014 LABRIDAL.COM • 83

Photography

Rehearsal Dinners

Cameron Taylor Photography inquiries@ctaylorphotos.com ctaylorphotos.com 562.726.4198 pg. 43

Bravo Cucina 1319 3rd St. Promenade, Santa Monica 310.394.0374 bravosantamonica.com

Captured in a Flash Photography capturedinaflashimages.com 970.623.3047 pg. 52, 53 Harvard Photograhy info@harvardphotography.com harvardphotgraphy.com 714-522-3700 pg. 48, 49 Jenna Norman Photography jennanormanphotography.com jknorman714@yahoo.com 714.659.4271 pg. 46, 47 Jim Kennedy Photography jimkennedyphotographers.com 800.264.4558 pg. 41 Lin & Jirsa linandjirsa.com 949.287.2153 pg. 50, 51 Maple & Elm Photography CODYANDSHAUNA@GMAIL.COM mapleandelm.com 562.250.7305 pg. 54, 55 Rossetti Photography www.rossettiphotography.com 209.604.4404 pg. 40 Zoom Theory zoomtheory.com 310.433.4221 pg. 40

Real Estate

Long Beach Real Estate-Jack Pisciotta zillow.com/profile/Jack-Pisciotta 562.547.3517 pg. 74 84 • LABRIDAL.COM Fall/Winter 2014

Bui Sushi 23733 Malibu Colony Road # 700 Malibu, CA 90265 310.456.1500 Buisushi.com pg. 37 California Yacht Club 4469 Admiralty Way, Marina del Rey 310.823.4567 calyachtclub.com Claire’s 2300 East Ocean Boulevard Long Beach, CA 90803 562.439.2119 lbma.org pg. 38 Coogies 23750 Pacific Coast Highway Malibu, CA 90265 310.317.1444 Coogiescafe.com pg. 37 Crustacean 9646 Little Santa Monica Blvd, Beverly Hills 310.205.8990 anfamily.com Duck Dive Gastropub 29169 Heathercliff Road, Suite 102 Malibu, CA 90265 310.589.2200 Duckdivegastropub.com pg. 37 Duke’s 21150 Pacific Coast Highway, Malibu 310.317.0777 dukesmalibu.com pg. 11, 38 Fleming’s 6373 Topanga Canyon Blvd, Woodland Hills 818.346.1005 flemingssteakhouse.com

Gladstones 17300 PCH, Pacific Palisades 310.454.3474 sbe.com/gladstones Il Fornaio 301 North Beverly Drive, Beverly Hills 310.550.8330 1551 Ocean Avenue, Santa Monica 310.451.7800

Fabulous Events Photo Booth FabulousEventsPhotoBooth@gmail.com FabulousEventsPhotoBooth.com 714.683.6779 pg. 70 Foto Fun Adventures fotofunadventures.com 562.965.5261 / 949.306.6927 pg. 71

1800 Rosecrans Avenue, Manhattan Beach 310.725.9555 ilfornaio.com

Hollywood Event Rentals SoCal 818-602-9309 hollywoodeventrentals.com

L’Opera 101 Pine Ave, Long Beach 562.491.0066 lopera.com

Royal Restrooms 4470 W. Sunset Blvd 877.922.9980 royalrestrooms.com pg. 70

Locanda del Lago 231 Arizona Ave. Santa Monica 310.451.3525 lagosantamonica.com Porta Villa 424 North Canon Drive, Beverly Hills CA. 90210 310.274.6534 Taglyan Cultural Complex 877.taglyan tagylan.com pg. 15, 38 Tiato 2700 Colorado Ave Ste190, Santa Monica 310.866.5228 tiato.com pg. 8

Rentals A Cut Above The Rest Productions 818-835-3344 www.acutabove.tv Big Top Rentals linda@bigtoprentals.com bigtoprentals.com 714.231.1527 pg. 71

Step and Repeat Backdrops 10518 Johanna Ave., Shadow Hills 818-434-7591 stepandrepeatla.com

Transportation Pedaler Society pedalersociety.com 562.980.1861 pg. 69 Call L.A. BRIDAL at 562.304.6198 for Limousine References

Videography A Light Wedding alice@alightwedding.com alightwedding.com 310.736.5115 pg. 1, 41 Pivotal Media P.O. Box Valley Village CA 91617 info@pivotalmediaonline.com pivotalmediaonline.com 818.884.6263 pg. 41

Venues

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Hawaii

Callaway Vineyard & Winery 951.676.4001 callawaywinery.com

JULIAN & COCO EVENTS 808.315.6780 julianandcoco.com

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Ponte Winery 951.694.8855 pontewinery.com

Mexico South Coast Winery 951.587.WINE(9463) southcoastwinery.com

Villa Paraiso 322.222.4420 villaparaiso-pv.com Wilson Creek Winery 951.699.9463 x 121 wilsoncreekwinery.com

CHURON WINERY 951-694-9070 innatchuronwinery.com MONTE DE ORO WINERY 951-491-6551 montedeoro.com 86 • LABRIDAL.COM Fall/Winter 2014

Santa Barbara

Riveria Mansion 805.884.8703 rivieramansionwedding.com The Fess Parker – A Doubletree by Hilton Resort 633 East Cabrillo Boulevard Santa Barbara, CA 93103 805-884-8515 www.fpdtr.com Unitarian Society of Santa Barbara 805.965.4583 ussb.org Rincon Beach Club and Catering 805.566.9933 rinconbeachclub.com

Destination Vendors

Elyse Reuben Custom Couture www.elysereuben.com pg. 29

Flower lowers am

“Your Person

Exquisite Design – Exception

Gues DAVID TUTERA’S HIT

Flowers by Sam sam@flowersbysam.com flowersbysam.com 323.206.6305 pg. 61

Sam Robinson sam@flowersbysam.com www.flowersbysam.com

Save the Veil: Veil Weights savetheveil.com 949.498.3037 / 800.808.1333 pg. 33, 72

Soli Entertainment 714.615.2813 solientertainment.com

See Pages 44 & 45 for Tips on Finding the Perfect Destination Wedding Location for you and your fiancé!

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The Soundtrack to Your Life By: Eric Jay - President of Soli Studios Music, Inc.

Your wedding day is you and your spouse’s first, most public and forever memorable expression of your love for one another. Every little detail from the colors of the flowers and fabrics to the perfect location and date, you strive to make sure it is all exactly perfect in how it speaks to your guests and expresses your love and commitment. All of this seems manageable enough, until you get to the music. Lot’s of questions arise. What is the best style of music for my wedding? Should I just have the DJ start and stop a CD? Do I want to walk down the aisle to a pre-recorded song, or would live music express what I want better? What kinds of instruments should I have play? Where can I find musicians to play what I want?

“Where words fail, music speaks.” Hans Christian Andersen couldn’t be more right! Of all the preparations you have made for your wedding day, no other element will bring more joy and celebration, or express the often speechless love you have with your spouse more eloquently than the accompaniment of professional live music. Imagine - as your guests arrive they are serenaded by the ethereal sounds of a

So many brides have no idea what they are missing out on when they allow the DJ to try and express through music what only live professional musicians are able to provide. harpist, or the relaxing background melodies of the piano. With anticipation at its peak, the string quartet fills the air with the announcement that the ceremony is beginning. The quartet continues to narrate the story of your love as the parents, bridesmaids and flower girls process down the aisle.

The quartet then quietly resolves their last note, and

after a moment of silent excitement, three sterling silver trumpets herald your guests to their feet and announce the entrance of the beautiful bride. As you walk down the aisle toward the love of your life, the harp, piano, trumpets and strings perfectly play the special songs you have picked for this once in a lifetime journey. As the ceremony ends, the music crescendos to celebrate your new life together and you recess out and into your new life. Your guests continue to be entertained during the cocktail hour by the sounds of the piano, trumpet and violin player who now have your guests smiling to the sounds of Frank Sinatra, Broadway, Pop/Jazz and all the special requests you’ve made. Finally, before the party begins with the thump of the DJ’s speakers, the string quartet provides the perfect mood music as your guests enjoy dinner with the new bride and groom.

So many brides have no idea what they are missing out on when they allow the DJ to try and express through music what only live professional musicians are able to provide. Here at Soli Entertainment, we are all established music industry professionals.

From traditional classical weddings in the chapel, to rock-weddings in a warehouse, to everything in between, Soli Entertainment provides you with the best of any kind or style of musicians, bands, DJ’s and live music entertainment for your special event. So much goes into ensuring your wedding music is perfect: acoustics of the venue, the right instruments for the genre of music you want, the best musicians for the job, coordinating with the wedding planner, and more. After 10 years of providing the finest live music entertainment around, Soli Entertainment does it all, magnificently.

You have a beautiful love to share with the world.

Let Soli Entertainment help you express and share that love by providing the Soundtrack to Your Life!

The Soundtrack to Your Life!

949-916-2435 www.solientertainment.com