California Wedding Wave

Karen Chittenden and Andy Fathollahi’s fortuitous meeting occurred when Karen, who was a server at the time, spilled a glass of water on her guest, Andy! His proposal of marriage to Karen in the middle of Union Square led to a gem of a wedding that was accented with rich jewel-toned floral arrangements and decór. The love, joy and humor of their friends and family made it a special day for the couple. Karen and Andy not only are married to one another, they also work together at Incipio Technologies.

Venue & Caterer: Balboa Bay Club
Photographer: JNP Studios
Floral Design: Bliss Fine Florals
Linens and Rentals: Fusion Linens
Lighting: Sounds Good Troy
Invitations: The Paper House
Cake: Sweet-Art
Bridal Jewelry, Hairpiece & Veil: The White Dress
Bridal Shoes: Valentino
Bridesmaid Dresses: Vera Wang

Sandra Geiger and Bruce Richardson were brought together at the engagement party of mutual friends in New York City where Sandra’s thoughtful gesture of offering Bruce a slice of German Chocolate Cake (his favorite) brought them together. The Seattle based attorneys incorporated Sandra’s love of the hues of crimson, champagne and mint, and Bruce’s love of German Chocolate Cake into their wedding. They fondly recall after jumping the broom walking down the aisle to the song “Magic Touch” by Mary J. Blige and Robin Thicke.

Venue & Caterer: The Dana on Mission Bay
Photographer: Aquario Studio
Wedding Consultant: Unforgettable Event
Floral Design: Katrina O’Donnell Custom Florals
Linens: Dreams Do Come True
Lighting: Tim Altbaum Productions
Invitations: Envelop Me
Cake: Flour Power
Favors: California Cupcake Company
Entertainment: Q-20 Entertainment – DJ & Arnessa Ricket – Wedding Singer
Gown Designer: Mon Cheri Bridals
Bridal Salon: The Wedding Bell
Bridal Jewelry: Tacori
Hair: Patricia Grooms-Jones of Beauty Haven
Makeup: Sarah Price of Couture Makeup Artistry
Formal Wear: Joseph & Feiss at Men’s Wearhouse
Bridesmaid & Flower Girl Dresses: The Dessy Group
Mothers’ Dresses: St. John
Wedding Rings: Verigold Jewelry & Helzberg Diamonds

Glitz and glamour exuded from the celebration of marriage between Melissa Zohrabian and Armin Eshagian. The Beverly Hills Hotel set the stage for over the top elegance and style.

Venue & Caterer: Beverly Hills Hotel
Photographer: Couture Foto
Wedding Consultant: Fancy That! Event Design & Coordination
Floral Design & Favors: Design by Gilda
Linens: White Night Designs
Rentals & Lighting: Town & Country Event Rentals
Invitations: Creative Works Designs
Cake: Cake Sensations
Entertainment: Johnny Jordan & Band
Videographer: BGS Productions
Gown Designer: Reem Acra
Bridal Salon, Hairpiece & Veil: Saks Fifth Avenue
Bridal Shoes: Jimmy Choo
Hair & Makeup: Warren Tricomi
Formal Wear: Dolce & Gabbana
Bridesmaid Dresses: Priscilla of Boston
Mothers’ Dresses: Elie Tahari
Flower Girl Dresses: David’s Bridals
Wedding Rings: Tiffany & Co.

The celebration of Rachell Gregory and Travis Vasquez’s marriage was pure sunshine all around! Since they were engaged beneath the warm California sun, it only seemed fitting that they marry there too. While the lemon colored decór brought warmth and positivity to the event, it was the couple’s rendition of the tango from Scent of a Woman that really “wowed” the crowd.

Ceremony Site: Crystal Cove Historic State Beach
Reception Site, Caterer, Linens, Rentals & Lighting: The Jones Victorian Estate
Photographer: Studio EMP
Floral & Ceremony Design: Flower Allie
Cake: Missy Devine Cakes
Wedding Dance Choreography: New Energy Dance Studio
Gown Designer: San Patrick Bridal
Bridal Shoes: Rainbow Sandals
Bridal Jewelry & Wedding Rings: Ocean Eyz Jewelry (Customized Vintage Jewelry)
Hair & Makeup: Wedding Hair by Rebecca Gill
Formal Wear: Hawaiian Tropics
Bridesmaid Dresses: B2 by Jasmine

Sarah Devereaux and John Engle were college sweethearts who met over breakfast on their first day of school their freshmen year. This kind-hearted couple sought to stick to the concept of reduce, reuse and recycle for their wedding. Potted succulents were used in place of cut flowers, then given as favors and invitations were sent out and RSVP’d strictly online! Sarah and John gave themselves a wedding gift to be treasured for years to come; the love of Bessie Lu and Tinker Belle, the dogs they rescued from the animal shelter.

Ceremony Site: Private Residence, Rancho Santa Fe
Photographer: Theorie
Wedding Consultant: CBS Weddings
Floral Design: Andre Jackson
Linens & Rentals: Trent Smiley Rental, Linens, glassware and utensils were purchased at antique shops then donated to the Assistance League of Hemacinto
Caterer: Claire St. James
Cake: Jenny Williams
Entertainment: Jeff Bishop Guitar & DJ Neko aka Calvin Beuchler
Gown Designer: Priscilla of Boston
Bridal Salon: Chez Bride Moderne
Bridal Shoes: Havianas
Hair & Makeup: Denise Ealy & Cathy Cipriano of Tops Salon
Formal Wear: Banana Republic
Bridesmaid Dresses: BCBG Max Azria
Mothers’ Dresses: Nordstrom
Flower Girl Dresses: Macy’s

The wedding of Kristin Myers and Eric Harvey was woven with elements of their heritage and passions. Although they are both from different places originally, Kristin and Eric chose Pasadena as the location for their nuptials because it is the place in which they met. Roses played a significant role in their decór theme. The Rennie Mackintosh Rose on the stationery hearkens to Eric’s Scottish heritage while Rose is also Kristin’s middle name. Of course, we can’t forget that the rose is an important symbol of the city of Pasadena itself.  Their passion for literature named their reception tables. What beautiful ways to make their wedding their own!

Ceremony Site: Rose Garden, Los Angeles Arboretum
Reception Site, Caterer & Cake: Rococco Room, Pasadena
Photographer: Caroline Tran Photography
Floral Design: Fleuretica
Linens: Elegant Design Specialty Linens
Rentals: Bonanza Party Rentals
Entertainment: Royal Entertainment
Videographer: Chris Sikorowski
Gown Designer: Casa Blanca Bridal
Bridal Salon, Hairpiece & Veil: Yelena Bridal
Bridal Shoes: Brass Plum
Hair & Makeup: Che Bangs by Rio Wattier & Sydney Griz
Formal Wear: Clansman Knitwear
Bridesmaid Dresses: J. Crew
Wedding Rings: Darbini Jewelry

Ledena Veloria and Chris Cayetano’s vivaciousness and energy shone through their joyous celebration. Music was at the center of the festivities, starting with the string quartet playing only contemporary music. Ledena walked down the aisle to November Rain by Guns N’ Roses. A steel drum band, a lounge dj and Wayne Foster Entertainment kept guests and the couple bouncing from dinner through to the midnight snack.

Venue: Rancho Las Lomas
Photographer: Barnet Photography
Wedding Consultant: SuMac Productions
Floral Design: Marcia L. Johnson Floral Artistry
Caterer and Rentals: 24 Carrots Catering
Linens: Fusion Linens
Rentals: Lounge Appeal
Lighting: Pro Audio & Lighting
Videographer: Ashley Video
Favors: Photo Booth by Photo Works Interactive, Sprinkles Cupcakes, The Candy Baron
Invitations: Party Life Paper of Beverly Hills
Cake: The Great Dane Baking Company
Entertainment: Wayne Foster Entertainment, Arroyo String Quartet, Sounds of Paradise Steel Drums, DJ JuStyle
Gown Designer, Bridal Salon, Bridal Shoes, Bridal Jewelry, Hairpiece & Veil: Mon Amie Bridal Salon
Hair & Makeup: Hair Comes the Bride
Formal Wear: Macy’s
Bridesmaid Dresses: Alvina Valenta
Wedding Rings: Tacori

Timing was the key to Pernel Morgan and Aaron Martin’s meeting. Although they had been serving in the same high school ministry for over a year, they had not met. When they did finally cross paths, they knew it was meant to be. Their “lemon and lace” inspired decór kept the mood sunny and joyous. The crowd was wooed by the couple’s swing dance talent as well!

Venue: Naval Training Center, The North Chapel and The South Promenade Lawn
Photographer: Hugh Forte Photography
Wedding Consultant: Amorology Weddings
Floral Design: Twigg Botanicals
Linens: Wildflower Linen
Rentals: Classic Party Rentals
Invitations: Beth Ann Greenberg Photography
Caterer: L & D Evans Catering
Cake: Sweet Cheeks Baking Co.
Entertainment: Eric Trine DJ
Videographer: Firth Enterprises
Transportation: Simply Elegant Vintage Vehicle
Gown Designer: Elizabeth Fillmore
Reception Dress: Unique Vintage
Bridal Salon: The White Dress
Hairpiece & Veil: Enchantment 4 All
Bridal Shoes & Formal Wear: Macy’s
Bridal Jewelry & Bridesmaid Dresses: Anthropologie
Hair: Stephanie Bonnici
Flower Girl Dresses: Cutie Clothes

The Adamson House on the gorgeous coast of the Pacific in Malibu was an ideal backdrop for the nuptials of  Andrea and Mark Demarest. This ideally SoCal couple makes a point to surf together everyday. Mark even proposed to Andrea on one of their surfing ventures in Venice Beach. The earthy elegance of the design elements complemented the natural beauty of the seascape providing a chic event for this adoring couple.

Venue – The Adamson House
Photographer – John Solano Photography
Wedding Consultant  – Tiffany Cannis Events
Floral Design  – White Lilac
Caterer – Brian Dobbin
Linens, Lighting and Rentals – Classic Party Rentals
Cake – Pastries by Vreeke
Entertainment – West Coast Music – Side Effect
Invitations – Soolip
Gown Designer, Bridal Salon, Hairpiece & Veil – Jenny Lee Bridal
Bridal Shoes – Jimmy Choo
Bridal Jewelry and Wedding Rings – Alan Friedman Diamonds
Formal Wear – Joseph and Feiss
Bridesmaid Dresses and Flower Girl Dresses – Jenny Yoo Collection

1154 Lill Studio brings bridal parties together for fun and fashion. You and your bridesmaids can create purses to complement the dresses for the big day.  You choose the fabrics and styles that make a statement about who you are.  Lisa Lill Studio provides representatives for home parties in the Los Angeles, Orange County, San Diego and San Francisco areas and arrangements can be made on their website. Or, surprise your maids by designing a bag for each of them using the uber cool interactive on-line design feature. (Be careful: you will get hooked!) By the way, I couldn’t resist showing you the Andi bag…so chic!