Congratulations to Scott and Elisa!

We had a wonderful time this past Saturday coordinating a home wedding for Scott and Elisa. We've been working together since last September and from the moment I walked into their fantastic home I could see why they chose to use it as the venue for their special day. In fact, when the home was on sale earlier that year the previous owner had several interested buyers. So Scott and Elisa wrote a personal note, explaining that they planned to be married there. Well, who could say no to that? Scott and Elisa got the house and less than a year later, they were married there. Elisa had always dreamed of being married on the anniversary of her grandparents' wedding and - as if it had been written in the stars - that date happened to fall on a Saturday this year. Elisa and Scott invited 50 fun and lively friends and family and they (literally) partied the night away. Chef Greg and Adeline from Maison Catering provided the AMAZING Tuscan-inspired meals, followed by the most amazing Italian cookies anyone has ever tasted. The meals and desserts were all prepared onsite in Scott and Elisa's kitchen, so guests could watch and enjoy the fun as each course was prepared beautifully. Music was provided by Todd Buteaux of Feet First Entertainment and he did a fabulous job of keeping everyone on the dance floor, with the help of two very talented servers/dancers from Maison Catering who couldn't resist joining in the fun. Photography was provided by Jihan Photography and we are bursting to see the photos she took. Videography was provided by Jeff Roy and Sherry from Visioneer Media and we are so excited to see how some of the very creative setups came out on video. We're confident from past experience it will be amazing. Mocha Kiss arrived later in the evening with a full-service coffee cart and we're certain the large amounts of espresso consumed kept the party going into the wee hours of the morning. All in all it was a beautiful wedding for a fabulous couple and we couldn't be happier for them. And I have to thank them once again for the adorable Easter Bunny they gave me to bring home to Avery since their wedding was the night before Easter. It says a lot about a couple when they remember and have time to go out and buy a gift for their coordinator's daughter during such an incredibly busy time. Thank you so much!

Here are a few preview snapshots. The first three are from Jeff Roy, their videographer from Visioneer Media. The others are snapshots we took. We'll post the photos from their photographer, Jihan Photography as soon as they're ready so please stay tuned.

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Congratulations Jackie and Wayne!

Oh my gosh, we still haven't come down from the high that was Jackie and Wayne's wedding this past weekend! Talk about an affair to remember! This amazing couple decided to make it official and tie the knot after 10 whole years together. They were married on Saturday at the breathtaking Rancho del Cielo in Malibu. Although the weather has been slightly uncooperative in the past few months, on Saturday it couldn't have been more perfect. It was in the 80s with a slight breeze and spectacular, unobstructed views of the ocean from everywhere you looked. We began working with Jackie about 9 months ago because her 30-hour shifts as a Resident at a local hospital didn't allow her much time for wedding planning. Early on we decided on a blue color palatte, using different shades of blue to compliment the shades of the sea and sky. We paired it with a bit of merigold, which was also a prominent color at the venue. The owner of the estate told me that when she first arrived in California she saw the blue and yellow license plates and immediately associated those colors with California lifestyle. So they became the official colors of Rancho del Cielo and of Jackie and Wayne's wedding. We added more "pop" to the tables with colorful candies and Malibu postcards for guests to take home as favors. The invitations, escort cards and table names were custom designed by us through our sister site My Little Wish using Jackie's favorite animal - the dolphin - as inspiration. Jackie then personally wrote a message on each favor tag and chose a special love-themed quote to write on the back of each escort card. How thoughtful is she?! The wedding ceremony was absolutely perfect with ocean views all around and the blissful quiet that comes with being way up in the clouds. The ceremony was followed by a lovely cocktail hour with "Blue Dolphins" and "Golden Boys" as signature cocktails. Finally, guests were treated to Italian-style dinner with a manned Pasta Station (the chef created pastas using each guest's favorite toppings), as well as chicken, roasted potatoes, roasted veggies, and so much more. Dinner was followed by dancing under the stars and two beautiful candle-lit lounges by fireplaces. The day couldn't have been more perfect and we are honored to have been able to bring it together for such a special couple. Jackie and Wayne are truly one-of-a-kind and it has been SUCH a pleasure!! Congratulations you two!

Here are a few of the photos courtesy of James Johnson Photography: 

Flowers: Wish Wonder Dream, Music: Feet First Entertainment, Photography: James Johnson Photography, Catering: Truly Yours, Cake: Jamaica's Cakes, Coordination: Whitney Wing Drake, Nida Kowathana, and Daniel Drake for Wish Wonder Dream           

Congratulations Martha and John!

All we can say is WOW! We had such a wonderful time coordinating Martha and John's beautiful Malibu wedding at the West Beach Club last week and it was truly amazing. The amount of thought and consideration that Martha and John gave to each of their guests was incredible. Guests were wined and dined with delicious wines and fabulous meals from the delectable Maison Catering (who we HIGHLY recommend) and Cody from Feet First Entertainment kept the dance floor packed all night. A coffee cart was brought in for late night lattes and espressos and late-night pizzas were even on standby. Guests went home with personal floral arrangements and a delicious macaroon from a friend of the bride's. The ceremony was gorgeous with a private beach as the backdrop. You can't do much better than that! :) And then the deck was transformed into a beautiful lounge lit up in candlelight once the sun went down.

We have really enjoyed getting to know Martha and John. They are such a warm and fun-loving couple, and it doesn't hurt that Martha is ridiculously creative and can make her own wedding dress or that John is absolutely hilarious and can play a mean air guitar. Spend 5 minutes with this couple and you'll know that they are truly in love and it feels good just to be near them. Thanks for making us a part of your special day. It was wonderful!

Here are some shots from the uber talented Heidi Ryder photography. The engagement shots she took of Martha and John can be seen below and the rest of the wedding photos can be seen by clicking here. Heidi, these are gorgeous!

Flowers, Rentals, Decor: CFS Designs, Music: Feet First Entertainment, Photography: Heidi Ryder Photography, Catering: Maison Catering, Coffee Cart: Mocha Kiss, Coordination: Whitney Wing Drake and Daniel Drake for Wish Wonder Dream