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2011-09-07T12:52:00.000-07:00

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{ Xochitl + Ian :: Vibiana, July 16, 2011 }

2011-08-30T11:55:00.000-07:00

So excited to feature another Fresh Events Company event that took place at the Vibiana in Downtown Los Angeles, one of our all time favorite venues, and for good reason! A gorgeous event space with high ceilings, white pillars, beautiful dark wood floors, and an outside garden perfect for a beautiful ceremony or an exciting cocktail hour filled with lounge areas and a Mariachi band, just like our client's Xochitl and Ian did!

Taking advantage of all of the gorgeous natural lighting during the daytime, we opted for a simple and clean ceremony inside the Main Hall, followed by a Mexican inspired cocktail hour filled with colorful Mexican sarapes, lavender infused drinks, Mariachi Band, and amazing food. We had an hour to flip the entire inside space for the reception, where we brought in punches of lavender and touches of red, creating an icy yet romantic feel to the gorgeous wedding cake down to the sleek white dance floor.

Design and Coordination: Fresh Events Company

Ceremony and Reception: Vibiana

Lighting and Sound: Amber Event Productions

Florist: Holly Flora

Photographer: Kari Kochar Photography

Rentals: Luna Party Rentals

Mariachi Band: Las Divas

Cake: Sweet Lady Jane

Small Cameras for Big Personalities!!

2011-08-15T20:43:00.000-07:00

One of our favorite photographers is hosting this complimentary photography class. Take advantage of it if you love taking photos. Have Aaron from FotoNuova teach you some tricks to impress your family and friends later :)

"Ahh the point and shoot camera! We all own these little point and shoot cameras but very few folks use them to their full potential. Those little compact darlings that are capable of sometimes producing horror and other times absolute beauty.

We buy them with the intention to capture the memories of our lives. The intention to capture our kids growing from year to year. The intention of documenting our family vacations and reunions. What often happens is we end up with a series of photos that leave much to be desired.

Now, how would you like to impress Grandma and Grandpa with beautiful photos of your little bambinos taken by your little point and shoot camera? How would you like to be the envy of all your friends and family for creating such wonderful photos of your kids with your little camera? How would you like to be the absolute superstar of your Facebook network with all of those amazing images of their kids? Is that something you might be interested in?

You are in luck! FotoNuova is hosting a point and shoot workshop: "Small Cameras for Big Personalities!"

You will be exploring and learning just a few simple picture taking principals that will enhance your images considerably! Some tips you will learn will be:

-How to best compose photographs of your kids to make them far more interesting!
-What kind of light to avoid when photographing your children or family
-The most user friendly software to enhance your photos and remove the dull image quality that digital cameras produce
-Where to have high quality prints made to preserve your precious memories
And more.. "

Here are the details:
Date: Saturday, August 20, 2011 | 10am - 1pm
Location: FotoNuova Studio - 936 Huntington Dr | Suite E | San Marino, CA | 91108
Cost: $0 - Yes, that's right! Zero dollars!
RSVP Info: Call 626-588-2445 or Email aaron@fotonuova.com with your Name, Contact Number and Email

This learning opportunity is limited to the first 10 people to reserve so RSVP early!! All parents, aunts, uncles, grandparents and interested persons welcome!!

{ The Knot Magazine Industry Event :: Natural History Museum, June 22, 2011 }

2011-08-11T09:42:00.000-07:00

We were so honored and excited when The Knot Magazine selected Fresh Events Company out of a pool of planners to coordinate and plan their yearly industry networking event. This event is an amazing night of networking and seeing whats hot and new in the event industry and is held in major cities all across the country. Being located in Los Angeles, we knew right away we needed a unique and iconic venue, and what better venue than the Natural History Museum is there to represent the rich culture and history of Los Angeles!

The night was filled with amazing food from LA's hottest food trucks, live entertainment from both a band and a DJ, tons of sweets and fabulous desserts, and raffle prizes galore! Check out the photos below and the list of AMAZING vendors we worked with at the event:

Check out the amazing vendors we had the privilege of working with!!

Planner: Fresh Events Company

Venue: Natural History Museum

Photographer: Henry Chen Photography

Videographer: Film Foto Fusion

Catering: About Thyme Catering

Food Trucks: White Rabbit Truck, Komodo Food

Alcohol: St. Germain

Florist: Le Petit Gardenia, and The Human Vase by: Jennifer Aspinall & Alison Franchi

Linens: Wildflower Linens

Rentals: AFR Rentals

DJ: Hey Mister DJ

Band: Wayne Foster Entertainment

Cake: Cake Divas

Photobooth: Magnolia Photobooth Co.

Desserts: Sweet Lucie's, Tasty Clouds, Oh Those Mini Donuts!

{ Diana + Enoch :: Pasadena Convention Center, May 29, 2011 }

2011-08-11T08:55:00.000-07:00

Getting that e-mail or phone call from a photographer telling us that photos are finally published and ready to view is one of the best feelings in the world! We had the pleasure of working with Enoch and Diana for their classic and romantic wedding that took place on May 29, 2011. They had a simple and beautiful ceremony at the Oneonta Church in Pasadena with their reception being held at the modern and contemporary Pasadena Convention Center. Soft hues of lavender, creams, and flowing white drapes helped create this classic and clean look.

Planning: Fresh Events Company

Ceremony: Oneonta Church, Pasadena

Reception: Pasadena Convention Center

Photographer: Picotte Photography

Florist: Creative Floral Designs

Cake: Nancy Kay Confections

theknot Magazine's Annual Networking Event

2011-07-20T13:12:00.001-07:00

We had the pleasure of producing theknot Magazine's Annual Networking Event. They said it was the best event ever! Special thanks to Film Foto Fusion for sharing this great video that captured the essence of the event.

Special thanks also to all the vendors who made the event possible!

Wedding Featured on StyleMePretty!

2011-07-12T11:47:00.001-07:00

Ever wonder what a wedding planner's wedding is like? One of our very own wedding planner is now married and her wedding is featured on StyleMePretty! Congratulations AMANDA+KELLY!!

"For most girls, planning a wedding is a once in a lifetime affair, but for a professional wedding planner it’s something that they do frequently. So after producing so many weddings and seen it all, what is a wedding planner’s wedding like? I would like you to meet me and my now husband Kelly. We have been dating for five years and decided to tie the knot this May. Our wedding day started out with the traditional tea ceremony which at first I was dreading because it meant I had to wake up early. However, I am so glad that I did it! I loved the infusion of East meets West. Started out at the bride’s house and then the groom’s house to pay respect to the parents, delicious tea and lots of lotus seeds and dates soup (symbolizing kids! yes, our parents were making sure we had lots!) There were lots of laughter, hugs, tears and as my photographer said, “full of emotions and she got lots of pictures!” We were surrounded by all the people we cherish starting from the morning. What a great way to kick off the wedding.

I knew right away that I wanted a color palette that was vibrant and fun. What better colors then gold and fuchsia! I have always been a fan of pink and fuchsia is just the vibrant version of pink. Since my husband is a huge USC fan he gets gold, so we ended up with gold and fuchsia. We wanted the wedding to be modern and fun and Westin Pasadena fit perfectly into that. I am always telling my client, incorporate your interest, hobbies, personality into your wedding. You want your guests to arrive and know immediately they are at the right place. So true to my own words.. that is what I did. Its no secret that I love champagne so I had a friend help me collect champagne toppers and boxes. And yes, we helped too by drinking some champagne. If only all wedding tasks were that fun. We succeeded in collecting 170+ champagne toppers and various champagne and wine boxes to help us set the tone for our escort card display. And Kelly loves to play scrabble. I remember at one point in our relationship on date night we wanted to just stay home and play scrabble with each other. I also love anything round. So throughout the wedding, you will find all things CIRCULAR! From ceremony decor to floral vases. The ceremony was simple and adorn with cherry blossom trees. Its one of my favorite plus its good luck for romance. For reception, I went with the warm feel and splashes of champagne bubble on the wall (yes, that champagne thing just keeps surfacing!) The layout is mix of long banquet tables with round tables, white seamless dance floor with the amazing decal splashed on the floor, and of course a cabana lounge set so while some guests are dancing the night away, others can talk the night away.

The candy station was filled with my favorite candies (some from Asia and other for local stores). Candy quotes such as “If you get melted chocolate all over your hands, you’re eating it too slowly. ” ~Author Unknown. And of course no wedding is complete without a mojito bar! Throughout the night, we also had a photobooth contest for most original to funniest photos. Kelly is known to be a photobooth lover. Pretty much at all the other weddings we attend, if I can’t find him, he is in the photobooth! For our own wedding, I seriously considered getting two photobooths. One for him and one for the guests. We are both superfans of our respective schools, BU and USC so we made photobooth props to show our love! Ultimately, it was a spectacular wedding. I hope all brides and my clients have as much fun as my husband and I had. The day goes by fast, enjoy every moment!"

Event Design + Planning: Fresh Events Company / Wedding Photography: Adrienne Gunde Photography / Wedding Cinematography: Walter Pawluk Videography / Floral Design: Le Petit Gardenia / Location: Westin Pasadena / Invitations: I Do Concepts / Bride’s Hair + Make-up: Kelly Zhang / DJ: 11H Entertainment / Dessert: Popcakes / Cupcakes: Dots Cupcakes / Bride’s Shoes: Badgley Mischka

Los Angeles Wedding featured on Style Me Pretty!

2011-04-26T09:54:00.000-07:00

We have had the privilege of working with one of the most adorable and stylish brides and her awesome fiance, Jacqui & Amir. Check out the fabulous wedding that was featured on Style Me Pretty, photographed by the wonderful Erin Hearts Court. And see even more details in the video below by one of our favorite videographers, Curtis Heyne from Living Cinema. We truly love working with such wonderful vendors!

Check out the full blog post on STYLE ME PRETTY!

West Hollywood Glamour from Living Cinema on Vimeo.

{ Audrey + Mark :: Athenaeum Wedding }

2011-04-11T14:45:00.000-07:00

Photos by: Henry Chen Photography
Floral by: Le Petit Gardenia
Entertainment: 11H Entertainment (Infusion Experience)
Venue: Private Club, Pasadena

Doubletree Hotel Monrovia Open House!

2011-03-18T11:22:00.000-07:00

Come check out Fresh Events Company who will be exhibiting at the upcoming open house at the gorgeous and modern Doubletree Hotel in Monrovia!

Featured Wedding in Style Me Pretty

2011-03-17T17:40:00.000-07:00

We are so excited to see one of our of our past Fresh Events Company weddings featured in stylempretty.com
Check out the beautiful details!

Photography: ErinHeartsCourt
eremony Location: Greystone Mansion, Beverly Hills
Reception Location: The London West Hollywood Hotel
Coordination: Fresh Events Company
Flowers: La Partie Events
Cinematography: Living Cinema
Bridal Gown: Monique Lhuillier
Bridesmaids Dresses: Amsale
Groom’s Suit: Theory
Cake: Vanilla Bakeshop
Invitations: Wiley Valentine
Photo Kiosk: Lensley

{ Janet + Jeff :: Terranea Resort Wedding }

2011-03-07T14:05:00.001-08:00

The day was perfect for a beachfront wedding ceremony. The view of Terranea’s Resort private beach in Rancho Palos Verdes was gorgeous. The string quartet played while guest mingled and waited for their favorite couple Janet and Jeff. The purple, pink, and white floral arrangement looked beautiful against the green backdrop of the grass and white chairs. Guests from the hotel stood on the sidelines and were amazed at the beauty of the ceremony.

After the ceremony concluded, guest were escorted to the cocktail area where they were able to see thee magnificent scenic view and the view was accompanied by whales as well. Guests were greeted with cocktails and Petite Beef Kabobs, Smoked Salmon and Herbed Crème Fraiche Atop a Bilini. Yum!

The reception was held in the The Terranea Resort's Marineland Ballroom. The ballroom was transformed with full floral centerpieces, ranging from tall glamorous vase arrangements and low full floral arrangements. There was beaming blush pink up lighting and Cherry blossoms projections that were sprung against the sidewalls. Guest enjoyed the classic white photo booth complete with props and even a station to decorate their pictures; scrap book style! Guest were thrilled to see an elaborate candy station from American favorites Whoopers, Gummy Bears, Green Apple Jelly Beans, and Milk Nouget imported from China and of course much more sweet tooth favorites! The couple shared a documentary of how they met and their engagement story, leaving the guests with laughter and tears of joy. The dance floor was filled with everyone moving and grooving to the DJ’s assorted play list. Hope you enjoyed reading this as much as we enjoyed planning this wedding.

These beautiful photos were captured by the talented team at Apertura

Vendor Spotlight :: Wildflower Linens

2011-03-07T13:58:00.000-08:00

Looking for ways to dress up your reception dinner tables for you wedding? Fun, sexy, and flirty looks are all available! Check out this amazing linen company and the wide variety they carry. Every time we incorporate these fabulous and creative linens, it gets noticed.
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Alina Pizzano Trunk Show!

2011-03-07T11:52:00.000-08:00

Costa Rica Honeymoon!

2011-02-23T14:41:00.000-08:00

Take a look at the adorable and gorgeous photo below of one of our client's on their honeymoon! For those of you looking for a great package for your honeymoon in Costa Rica, check out http://www.honeymoonincostarica.com/, where they will help you plan and coordinate your honeymoon from start to finish at great prices too!

Here's what our client had to say:

"We would like to let you know thanks for recommending that website: honeymoonincostarica.. We had an awesome time , the hotels, tours and services were exceptional. Hope all is well." --Janice and Ziggy

Check them out today to get your dream honeymoon planned!

Friar Tux Promo Code, $100 VISA GIFT CARD

2011-02-21T08:35:00.001-08:00

Grooms and their Groomsmen, you are in luck! Friar Tux is offering a promotion when you Pre-register your wedding at www.friartux.com, you will receive a $100 VISA GIFT CARD and Groom’s Tux is free as long as you have 5 paid rentals. There are even more additional specials on ring bearer, grandfather & groomsmen attire.

To receive these savings, visit www.friartux.com & pre-register your wedding using promo code A2369.

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{ Joyce+ Allan :: Ritz Carlton Wedding }

2011-02-18T08:49:00.000-08:00

Photos by: The Images Is Found

{ Arlene + Danny :: Downtown Loft Wedding }

2011-02-18T08:31:00.000-08:00

Photos By: Twin Lens

{ Anna + Geroge :: Biltmore Wedding }

2011-02-18T08:19:00.000-08:00

Vera Wang Trunk Show

2011-02-10T17:19:00.000-08:00

photos, photos and more photos! inspiring wedding idea

2011-02-10T17:08:00.000-08:00

Use this Fiji Instant mini to capture your wedding day.

Vendor Spotlight:: Kiss The Groom

2011-02-10T16:51:00.000-08:00

For those of you that already know of this photographer, you know she is so talented. For those of you that do not, you are in for a treat. Check out some of her recent photos. Amazing as always.

http://www.kissthegroom.com/
Photo Credit: www.kissthegroom.com

Venue Spotlight :: The Langham

2011-02-08T15:18:00.000-08:00

Here at Fresh Events, we consider ourselves fortunate and lucky to be so close to such a beautiful wedding venue: The Langham Huntington. Being so close by has given us many opportunities to work on this beautiful property and plan weddings for many of our clients. This 5-star property ensures each of their clients are very well-taken care of, offering beautiful ceremony and reception sites, as well as gorgeous guestrooms and amenities for brides, grooms, and all of their friends and families.

They not only have outstanding service, but also very talented chefs that can help create a delicious wedding banquet and meal, allowing guests to enjoy themselves all throughout the evening, to which they can all retire to the gorgeous suites. A wedding at the Langham is truly one that will remain remembered and cherished. Contact us at Fresh Events Company to help set-up a meeting and venue visit by e-mailing info@fresheventscompany.com!

2011 Wedding Trends

2011-02-02T14:10:00.001-08:00

1. Vintage Touches

The timeless look of vintage and retro-inspired décor and details are timeless for a reason, they keep on coming back! What’s old always looks new and beautiful and can be incorporated into so many details of your wedding from a vintage dress with cap sleeves, beautiful textures and colors in vintage finds such as vases, furniture, and décor, to ornate details found in your choice of venue too. Vintage just doesn’t stop there! You can create the look and feel of a vintage photobooth with draped backdrops, and even hire a videographer who can film in 8mm!

2. Eco-Friendly Weddings

With so many of us being considerate of the environment in our attempts to go green, this certainly is being shown in today’s weddings as well. You can be green just by buying a used wedding dress, using LED lights, using recycled paper for your invitations and programs, and even buy using food from local farms and providers. Many couples these days are also doing charity donations instead of giving out favors and saving paper by sending out digital save the dates invitations!

3. Modern Choices

While you can go vintage in some areas, modern and contemporary choices are big and bold in 2011! We see many couples going for non-traditional elements such as one-shoulder wedding dresses, to short cocktail dresses, and even dresses that have a hint of color too! Modern choices can also be seen in décor as well, such as using square and rectangular tables instead of your traditional round tables, to incorporating hip and lush lounge furniture around your dance floor. Don’t be afraid to play with color as well, allowing bright hues to really reflect your personality and style.

By: Shirley Han

Wedding Inspiration :: Blue & Khaki

2011-02-02T14:09:00.000-08:00

With winter fading away, comes more sunshine and spring weather, which is what inspired this color palette for brides getting married anytime between spring up to summer! The cool blue and green, complemented with the neutral khaki is clean, effortless, and very modern. You can incorporate the muted khaki into gorgeous linen runners and table cloths, as well as bridesmaids dresses, allowing blue and green florals to add that beautiful pop of color. What a perfect palette for spring!

Vendor Spotlight ::Le Petit Gardenia

2011-02-02T14:06:00.000-08:00

We are so excited today to feature one of our fabulous vendors, Alison Franchi, and her company, Le Petit Gardenia Inc. Owner and founder of Le Petit Gardenia Inc., Alison Franchi, has been creating and experimenting in floral design at an early age, and continues to fascinate and come up with fresh and innovative designs using the beauty of florals. Her talent and inspiration shows through all of her designs and her professional nature is what makes us proud to have her be a preferred vendor on our list!

Alison recently paired with fellow artist Jennifer Aspinall to celebrate an evening of "Living Art" where art literally came to life as models were beautifully painted and decorated with beautiful flowers, turning them into walking and breathing masterpieces. Check out some of the gorgeous and creative artpieces below!

And check out her website at www.lepetitgardenia.com for more information on her company and services!

Calling All Brides and Their Moms!

2011-01-31T12:40:00.001-08:00

You and your mom have a chance to star in a reality TV show! If you are getting married in April or May of 2011, you may be just who they are looking for.

Do you and your Mother have completely different opinions/visions for your big day? Is the pressure of perfection causing you to bicker of the simplest of things? If this describes your relationship and you both live in Southern California, they want you!

Moms and brides will also each receive $2500 for participating and appearing in the program. You can e-mail photos and a description of your relationship to tvbrides@gmail.com or call 818-842-2496 for more information. Good luck!

Renee Strauss Trunk Show!

2011-01-27T09:47:00.000-08:00

We are excited to share with you all the upcoming 3 DAY TRUNK SHOW going from February 18-21! There is much to be excited for as designer Stalo Theodorou is making her DEBUT APPEARANCE in North America exclusively at Renée Strauss, Beverly Hills! This show is BY APPOINTMENT ONLY, so be sure to call now to reserve your spot today! 310.657.1700 appts@reneestrauss.com

Renée Strauss

8692 Wilshire Boulevard

Beverly Hills, CA 90211

310-657-1700

www.reneestrauss.com

Vendor Spotlight::: 11H Entertainment

2011-01-24T15:57:00.000-08:00

The artists at 11H Entertainment are masters at making celebrations unforgettable; it's no wonder they're sought after by celebrity consultants and stylish couples looking to ensure their event will be raved about for years to come. Without a doubt, you can count on their expert team to perfectly match your vision, and to create an experience from mild to wild that is classy and fun for your family and friends. Exemplary customer service is the number one priority at 11H Entertainment, their talented team of DJs and lighting experts are ready to exceed your expectations. They can create a sexy lounge experience or a dance floor that's full all night long. Extraordinary DJ and Emcee services for your wedding are just one call away. Ask about their famous Infusion Xperience, a sensational musical blend of recorded and live music that's simply amazing! Don’t take it from us, here is what Celebrity Wedding Planner David Tutera of the award winning show “My Fair Wedding” had to say about 11H: “11H Entertainment provides something that I, work so hard to try to find, which is the UNIQUENESS, something that TRULY BRINGS THE ENERGY TO THE PARTY. Which is always said, the Heart-Beat to any party is the entertainment and with them you will have the most memorable experience of a lifetime – Hands down best Entertainment we’ve ever had on the show”

Check out their website: www.11hentertainment.com/

Featured Wedding in Hostess with the Mostess

2011-01-17T15:20:00.000-08:00

Check out our featured wedding in Hostess with the Mostess. Our client had a great inspiration and we are honored to carry out that inspiration into reality.
If you have yet seen this Modern + Romantic feature don't miss it. Special thanks for the love from the ladies at Hostess with the Mostess! xoxo

Hot Chocolate on a Spoon

2011-01-03T13:45:00.000-08:00

With the cold winter around us, what better way than to crawl into bed with a cup of delicious hot chocolate? The Chocolate Company has no better way of enjoying a good cup of hot chocolate than with their Hot Chocolate on a Spoon, that you stir into your hot milk. This adorable and clever creation can be picked up in various flavors and make the perfect afternoon pick-me-up, and not to mention, a creative and wonderful wedding favor. While they are based in Germany, they have serviced countries all over the world from the Netherlands to Japan, Sweden, and Canada! Check out their website at http://www.chocolatecompany.nl/ for ordering information and a list of other delicious treats!

{ Lauren + Ryu :: Langham Huntington Wedding }

2010-12-28T17:09:00.000-08:00

This gorgeous wedding was captured by Kari Kochar Photography. Kari and I work together quite frequently at the Langham Huntington. Its always so much fun working with her and seeing the end results.

Vendor Spotlight::: DeBois Entertainment

2010-12-28T15:55:00.000-08:00

Over the years we have the pleasure of working with many talented entertainment companies. I am excited to share one of our favorites- DeBois Entertainment. Their bands have such fantastic energy, when they are present, the crowd is engaged. My clients are always more than thrilled with this company. And put a cherry on top, they are so pleasant to work with and professional too. For their band, they have a designated person who is a MC, which is great for the announcements that you will need to make to welcome your guests and major moments to be announced.

DeBois Entertainment

You can listen to some of their wedding bands. But they are even better LIVE!

Rainy Weddings

2010-12-21T12:17:00.000-08:00

With all this rain pouring in Southern California, I couldn't help but wonder how many couples had gotten married over the weekend in the rain, which many find to be unfortunate, while many others think otherwise.
There is an old saying that rain on your wedding day is actually a lucky omen, and with some tips and backup plans, you can still enjoy your perfect wedding day in beautiful and refreshing way!

When planning to have an outdoor wedding in the winter and spring seasons, you should always have a contingency plan no matter what. You can start early by checking an almanac or researching online when the driest times of year are in your area. If you have a tent outside, consider renting a floor, to prevent guests from waking into a muddy reception area.

If getting married indoors, the rain becomes more of an annoyance than a real problem. Have plenty of golf umbrellas readily available for guests, family, and bridal party, to shuttle back and forth outside. Last but not least, if it does end up raining on your wedding day, the best thing to do is grin and accept it and really try to not let it ruin your day. After all, some of the most beautiful photos and moments come from singing, dancing, and playing in the rain!

Photos courtesy of iStockPhoto.

A Chalkboard Wedding!

2010-12-16T14:57:00.000-08:00

Chalkboards are an adorable and unique way to add personal detail to your wedding! They can be tied in with your invitations, all the way to placecards, table settings, table numbers, and of course, a number of signs and messages that can be placed all throughout your wedding!

Using them in photobooths for guests to write their own personal messages to the bride and groom are also another fun and popular way to incorporate the look. Chalkboards are relatively inexpensive as well and can be found in craft stores, thrift stores, and even antique shops. You can also make a fun do-it-yourself project by taking gorgeous antique frames and putting chalkboard sheets in them for some beautiful one-of-a-kind signs!

Featured wedding in the Knot Magazine!

2010-12-13T22:41:00.000-08:00

We are so honored to announce another one of our weddings have been selected as the 'FEATURED WEDDING IN THEKNOT MAGAZINE' in the most recent issue. This wedding was held at The Langham Huntington in Pasadena. Pinyu and John's picked red and gold as their color palette for their wedding. Hope you enjoy reading about the details! xoxo~

Pictures by: Kari Kochar Photography
Venue: The Langham Huntington, Pasadena

Vendor Spotlight:: Kelly Zhang Make Up + Hair Studio

2010-12-07T16:26:00.000-08:00

{ Beauty tip for your big day }

- Beauty Touchup Kit -
Wedding days are filled with surprises and some are not so good surprises. That is why every bride should pack an emergency kit for surprise pantyhose holes, loose curls, chipped nails, and Aunt Betty’s makeup that rubbed off on your cheek! Include items like tissues, lipstick, nail polish, bobby pins, dental floss, toothpaste, a hair brush, deodorant, eye drops, and all the makeup that you put on in the morning so you can refresh your look for photos.

- Don’t try Anything New -
Trying a new facial cream, mask, makeup, or acne treatment too close to your wedding day may make your skin break out in a rash. If you want to try a new product on your face start at least six months before the day of your wedding and consult a dermatologist if you don’t already have one.

No new hair style -
Do not try out any new hair colors or cuts in the months leading up to the wedding, You don’t want to try something different and trendy and then hate it leaving you no time to grow it out. Stick to what you know suits you. Also going for the most up to date styles isn’t recommended you don’t want to look back on your photos in ten years time explaining to your kids how it was fashionable at the time.

- Leave the Blemish Be -
If you have a problem pimple a few days before the wedding or even the night before leave it be. Trying to pop it may make it even worse. I know that to be true for myself when I try to get rid of some; They get bigger and leave a red mark on my face.

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CAPE Soiree Honors Asians in Entertainment

2010-12-06T11:42:00.000-08:00

Fresh Events with actor and honoree, Ken Jeong.

Last week, Fresh Events Company had the privilege of working with CAPE (Coalition of Asian Pacifics in Entertainment) to help put together their yearly CAPE Soiree held at the beautiful Vibiana, honoring exceptional individuals who continue to contribute and enrich the entertainment industry. This year, CAPE's honorees included actor Ken Jeong and President of CBS Entertainment, Nina Tassler.

The event was a glamorous red carpet affair filled with Hollywood celebrities, fabulous awards, live entertainment, cocktails, casino tables, and contemporary eats from restaurants all over Los Angeles. Fresh Events decided to bring a modern flair to the event by setting up VIP lounge areas for the major sponsors who were able to dine on sushi and drinks while enjoying the awards ceremony in white plush leather sofas. The evening continued with a fabulous silent auction to help raise money for the organization as well as a photobooth, Pinkberry yogurt, casino, and more!

The Original Runner Co. Annual Sale!

2010-12-06T09:36:00.000-08:00

Custom aisle runners are a beautiful and elegant way to add detail to your special day. You can add your monogram to match the rest of your decor as you walk down the aisle and The Original Runner Company is having their huge annual sale for you take advantage of some fantastic savings! They are offering 20% off custom aisle runners! Hurry now as orders must be placed between Wednesday, December 8th until December 10th. Make sure to add the promotional code: AnnSale2010.

Contact them directly at info@originalrunners.com for more information or call them at 973-744-7070.

Things to Consider for Your Wedding

2010-12-01T13:33:00.000-08:00

It's definitely a reality that most brides have to deal with a budget for their wedding nowadays. The most important thing to remember is to focus on YOU, the bride and groom, and what's important to you so you can efficiently spend the right amount of money in the right places, regardless of what friends or family may tell you!

Less is definitely more, whether this means simplifying your floral arrangements to cut costs (after all, flowers don't last forever!), or hiring a DJ versus a band. While bands are delightful, they can cost up to $10,000 and a great DJ can keep the crowd up on their feet all night!

Cakes are gorgeous, but keep in mind, that after you cut your first piece, the cake gets taken away and sliced for the guests to eat. Consider having a smaller fancy cake, and then getting a sheet cake to cover the rest of your cake slices.

Pictures are another important area to consider. If having tangible memories of the day are very important to you, then don't leave your choice of photographer until the last minute. Booking your photographer a year or more in advance means you'll have a better chance that they'll be available on your wedding, and you'll lock them in at their current rates.

We hope these small tips will be of great help in the coordinating and planning of the biggest day of your life!

Farewell to Fall!

2010-12-01T13:05:00.000-08:00

Can you believe it's already December? As we say farewell to fall we here at Fresh Events are reminded of the fresh new ideas we put into our design and decor, like the one pictured here! We look forward to all of the wonderful holidays coming up and the things around us that inspire our ideas for events. To get a look like above, simply fill glass vases with colored rocks or stones to anchor the manzanita branches, from where you can hang beautiful jewels, tags, and other fun items.

Happy Fall!

Arlene + Daniel Wedding Featured on Junebug Weddings

2010-11-24T09:02:00.000-08:00

We are so excited that one of our weddings is now featured on Junebug Weddings. Check it out. Congrats to Arlene+ Daniel again.

"A modern, urban and ultra-creative approach was used to plan the wedding of Arlene and Danny, and the photos by Twin Lens Images brilliantly capture the fun feeling of the day. After a ceremony in the stunning Cathedral of Our Lady of Angels, a movie and tv backlot themed reception took place at Lot 613 in Downtown Los Angeles. Tables were named after the couple's favorite movies, a children's craft area was set up foir the younger guests, and their Filipino and Korean heritages were incorporated in both traditional and fun-loving ways."- Junebug Weddings

Photo Credit: Twin Lens

Bridal Show. Event Design Ideas

2010-11-22T15:20:00.000-08:00

This past weekend, we attended a bridal show and surprisingly there were a lot of great design elements that we came across so we wanted to share with all our fans.

Celebrate This Holiday Season

2010-11-22T15:16:00.001-08:00

Since the holidays is a season for celebration and sharing good memories with friends and family, why not throw a holiday themed soiree?

Here are some of our favorite surprising and delightful ideas to incorporate in your upcoming holiday party. Follow these steps to make your party the talk of the town!

• Get the Fireplace Crackling. If you have a fireplace, this is the time to use it!

• Your Signature Tini. Make guests feel like VIPs by greeting guests with a welcome cocktail named after you or your favorite thing and add “–tini” to the end of it. Make the cocktail red or green or holiday colors. You can mix juices from all types of fruits, such as juicy pomegranate or green apples. For non-drinkers, try a coke soda garnished with pomegranate seeds. Delicious and guaranteed to be a crowd pleaser!

• Create Lush, Holiday Inspired Decor. Create beautiful, holiday inspired centerpieces by gathering long tree branches, birch or Manzanita and placing them in a vase for dramatic impact. Collect pine cones from your front yard and place them in a nice big bowl. Have your main centerpiece in the hallway and have note cards and have guests write personal notes and messages on them to attach to the tree. Bundle lots of candles together in a concentrated area to create a festive and beautiful décor.

• Have Fun with a “Hot Cider Bar” or “Hot Cocoa Bar.” This self serve, interactive bar lets guests concoct their own version of the loved and nostalgic hot cider or cocoa. Let guests have fun by adding some spice, brandy, cognac or some other type of spirit. Of course, don’t forget to give them an option of garnishing with star anis, marshmallows or cinnamon sticks!

• Add Drama to Your Table Setting. Holiday is such a colorful season, don’t be shy to experiment with color, textures and materials for your table setting! Why not have luxurious (faux) fur for a table runner? Or how about having mini green apples as placecards set on each plate, each apple with an attached note with the guest’s name?

• Unforgettable Favors. For the women, have colorful pashminas in a straw basket available as favors. Make an endearing sign, “Grab a pashmina and cuddle”. It’s a great favor since Pashminas serve double duty as a favor and to keep warm! For men, think about hiring a cigar roller to make freshly rolled cigars.

• Pool Party during the holidays? If you live in California, it’s likely that you’ll have a pool. A favorite thing to do is to add floating candles in the pool, mixed with floating floral blooms. Candlelight and floating blooms make an evening spent outside magical. If you have the time, compliment the candlelight by adding some string lighting overhead. Make sure to have plenty heaters if you plan to host the event outside.

• A Soundtrack to Complete the Picture. And to top it off, throw on a great soundtrack to complete the party. Mix it up to your genre liking. If you like jazz, play Billie Holiday’s or Etta James. Or crowd favorites like Michael Buble. If you like a more of a modern lounge or laid back soundtrack, try Jose Gonzales, Nick Drake or Zero 7. Rock? Nickel Creek.

And of course, if you want to just enjoy the holiday and leave this to a professional contact Fresh Events Company at (626) 799.8010 or info@FreshEventsCompany.com and they will help you create a spectacular holiday celebration!

Lauren and Ryu Wedding- Rock 'n Roll Same Day Edit

2010-11-22T14:58:00.000-08:00

This wedding was held at the Langham, Pasadena. Lauren and Ryu were the perfect couple for Elysium's Rock 'n Roll Same Day Edit- they rehearsed, knew all the lyrics, and incorporated their closest family and friends into their awesome music video! Lauren was a stunning bride, she radiated in her gorgeous gown, fashionable birdcage veil, and blue Bebe shoes and we can't forget Ryu looking pretty sharp himself! They included a traditional Japanese performance into their reception, which was also really cool! Check out this super cute Rock 'n Roll Same Day Edit.

Celebrate the New Year with the Tournament of Roses Official Tour!

2010-11-17T17:51:00.000-08:00

Enjoy an early evening of dinner, dancing, party favors and a champagne toast! Join the Tournament of Roses Official Tour. You and your friends can bring in the New Year as the “Ball” drops at New York’s Time Square (9 pm PST). This will allow you time to relax for an early, January 1, Rose Parade morning departure.

What: New Year’s Eve Dinner Celebration

When: Friday, December 31, 2010

Where: Pasadena Conference Center

Lower Level Conference Building

300 E. Green Street

Pasadena, CA 91101

Festive Attire

No host bar

Dinner and Celebration

Time: 6 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.

Cost: $160 per person

Advance Payment by MasterCard,VISA or American Express

Confirm by Monday, December 12, 2010

Limited availability - By Reservations Only

Contact Wadie Gravely at tofrtours@rosemail.org or 626 449-9550 ext. 347 to request a reservation form or for additional information.

Cakes Galore!

2010-11-16T11:54:00.000-08:00

Picking out the cake can be the most fun part of wedding planning, from tasting and design to finally eating it on the day of your wedding! For inspiration, take a look at some of our favorite cakes from the weddings we have done this year. We love to see the range our clients come up with from traditional and elegant cakes, to the whimsical and dreamy cakes that make all their wedding guests stay til the end of cake cutting to make sure they get a slice! See a cake you love? Contact us at Fresh Events to help get you connected to some of the best bakeries in town!

Invitations with Style

2010-11-16T11:33:00.000-08:00

Whether you are a bride who is simple, modern, extravagant, or elegant, there is an invitation design that is perfectly customizable and suited for you and the vision of your wedding! Your wedding invitations are your guests' first glimpse into your wedding style -- from the overall vibe and aesthetic to specific color combos and the level of formality. So it's important to make them count! Above are some awesome ideas that our own clients here at Fresh Events came up with. They range from a creative take on a movie premiere with 3D glasses to get the full effect, to beautiful and elegant designs with plum, teal and platinum. What’s your style?

Deputy Commissioner for a Day

2010-11-16T10:41:00.001-08:00

Why hire just anyone to perform your marriage ceremony when you can have a close family or friend do it? Many California counties now allow couples to just do that. The Registrar/Recorder-County Clerk has a program that allows individuals to be deputized for a day to perform a wedding ceremony. All it takes are a few simple steps which are listed below:

All those requesting to be deputized should fill out the form provided on the web or send in a letter detailing:

· the full name of the person to be deputized

· the telephone number and address to contact that person

· the name of the parties

· the date of the wedding

· the location of the wedding

The letter or application should be mailed in to the address below with a check or money order for $75, made payable to RR/CC, 2 months prior to the wedding. Applications received less than one month prior to the wedding if accepted, will be subject to a $13 expediting fee. Mail the letter or application to:

Deputy Commissioner For A Day
Registrar-Recorder/County Clerk
12400 Imperial Highway
Room 5001A
Norwalk, CA 90650

After confirmation is received, the individual just needs to be sworn in at the office, which can be done through appointments. Call 562-462-2081 for more information, now go find your own personal deputy to perform your ceremony today!

Friar Tux Promo Code, $100 VISA GIFT CARD

2010-11-15T21:53:00.001-08:00

Maggie + Kevin's Wedding Video

2010-11-15T21:32:00.000-08:00

Our good friends at American Cinema shared with us Maggie + Kevin's Wedding Video. This is a travel theme wedding that we did back in May and watching the video brings back all the good memories. The groom's speech to the bride was so touching too!

Click here to view the video:http://americanacinemablog.com/wordpress/

Photo Credit: FotoNuova Photography

New Product Discovery: Double stick garment tape that keeps your fashion fastened

2010-11-15T21:23:00.000-08:00

I recently came across this awesome product. This is so handy and I have used it a few times myself.

ShowStoppers is double stick garment or "fashion" tape that keeps your fashion fastened. The product can fix a revealing dress, close a shirt gap, conceal bra straps, or create a perfect hem (check out our Instructional Video at www.showstopshop.com). For brides, it can keep the perfect dress (especially strapless) on during your most important day, it can hold the bustle, and it can fix any fashion mishap so it does not ruin your lovely day. Each convenient pack of durable/industrial grade fashion tape contains 24 strips, 12 nude and 12 black (perfect for bridesmaids. Each individual pack sells for $7.00 retail and $9.99 online plus free shipping.

Currently, they are selling at Fred Segal in Santa Monica, Kitson and 48 additional retailers nationwide!

Additionally, in an effort to give back to the community, ShowStoppers has partnered with the ONEHOPE Foundation. With this partnership they donate a portion of their proceeds to the fight against breast cancer.

Check out more about this product at www.showstopshop.com

"So You Just Got Engaged?"

2010-11-12T11:40:00.001-08:00

With the holidays coming up, many couples are getting engaged, which means shortly after, comes the first stages of planning a wedding! It may seem like a challenge with so many things to plan and organize, but before contacting wedding vendors and venues, take some time to brainstorm and jot down some ideas that you envision for your big day.

Whether you have a specific "theme" in mind or not, one thing that will help tie everything together throughout the planning process is to decide on your wedding colors - this will of course be influenced by the time of year (a spring garden wedding might inspire green tones while a winter wedding silver or gold), but selecting a color or two that you feel really speaks to you will also help you out with choosing flowers, bridesmaid dresses and decor. You may also want to come up with an overall style idea for your wedding: "simple chic", "eco-friendly", "old hollywood", etc. This will really help narrow down the wide range of wedding ideas out there into something much more manageable.

What’s so great about the internet are the endless resources you can find such as this wedding checklist, which gives you a good breakdown of your planning timeline. As you make your way through all the planning all the way to when you walk down the aisle, remember to have fun with it and don’t feel too restricted with guidelines, but do what feels right!

Photo courtesy of Fresh Events Co.

Source: http://www.littleweddingguide.com/checklist/

“The Perfect Pumpkin Martini for your Halloween Party”

2010-10-29T14:01:00.001-07:00

It’s October and Halloween is just around the corner! Here are some Pumpkin inspired ways to make sure this is the best Halloween your family and friends have ever had!

Hosting a classy Halloween party and need something delicious to serve to your guests as they mingle in the living room while you slave away in the kitchen? Here’s a recipe for a classic fall drink that will really set the holiday mood for your fabulous party.

Pumpkin Martini

Ingredients:
• 3 oz Infused Spiced Pumpkin Vodka (can also substitute with 2 1/2 oz cinnamon vodka and 1/2 oz Bols Pumpkin Smash Liqueur)
• 1 oz Amaretto
• Toasted pumpkin seeds or Cinnamon for garnish

Preparation:
In a shaker filled with ice, combine all ingredients and stir gently. Strain into a chilled cocktail glass and top with toasted pumpkin seeds, or a cinnamon stick and serve!

Décor idea to go with your Pumpkin Martini:
Go one step further and decorate the coffee table or living room area where your guests will be enjoying their Pumpkin Martini’s with this simple décor idea:

Place some decorative pumpkins (or real ones) as small centerpieces along your table. Cake stands, or platters serve as perfect display methods. Adding some fabric fall colored leaves or candles around the pumpkins will also give it that October touch.

Recipe courtesy of www.foodnetwork.com

Friar Tux Promotion

2010-09-29T14:50:00.001-07:00

Friar Tux Promotion
Grooms and their Groomsmen, you are in luck! Friar Tux is offering a promotion when you pre-register your wedding at friartux.com. Once you pre-register your wedding online, The Groom’s tuxedo or suit rental is FREE! There are even more additional specials on ring bearer, grandfather & groomsmen attire.

To receive these savings, visit www.friartux.com & pre-register your wedding using promo code A2369.

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10.10.10 Pamper Me Fabulous (Woman's Day Out) Event

2010-09-21T17:42:00.001-07:00

Words of Wisdom from the Father of the Groom

2010-09-20T11:30:00.000-07:00

At the wedding at Terranea, Rancho Palos Verdes last Saturday, the Groom's father passed down some Words of Wisdom during his welcome speech that I think all future wedding clients can benefit from.

He reviewed his speech with me prior to the wedding and after I heard what he was going to say.. I immediately asked him if it was okay for me to share this with you all. So here it is. Please feel free to forward this to your newly engaged friends and/or family.

He has been happily married for 40 years and here is the secret.

1. COMMITMENT
a. Open your mind- Be open minded about your spouse
b. Compromise- learn to compromise, both can't win all the time
c. Avoid cold war- never have cold war, it doesn't solve any problems

2. CARE
a. Health- take care of your health
b. Finance - take care of your financial health
c. Behavior- be mindful of your behavior

3. COMMON SENSE
a. Complement- remember to complement each other frequently
b. Change- be adaptable to change
c. Appreciation- remember to always appreciate one another

Special thanks to Mr. Chen for sharing his wisdom with us.

More Macarons Please!

2010-09-15T16:30:00.001-07:00

While driving through the lovely streets of Beverly Hills last weekend, I finally had the chance to try out Paulette’s, a delightful little macaron shop just past all of the ritzy shops. The vivid hues of their unique macarons are not only beautiful to look at, but so delicious too, and the packaging is so adorable. Owner Paulette Koumetz has definitely perfect the art of the macaron! These perfect cookies would make a great addition to any wedding or special event as a dessert, favor, or even décor. You can even order online and request overnight shipping and in-store pickup as well. Visit www.paulettemacarons.com for more information and their full list of flavors!

Photos courtesy of Paulette Macarons

Bride and Groom’s Best Friend

2010-09-15T16:29:00.001-07:00

When it comes to your special day, you want to include your closest friends and family, so why not get Fido involved as well? Add your furry best friend to your processional and the festivities of the day is fun, personal, and create many great photo moments. Be sure to double-check with your venue to see if they will allow pets to be on the property and also ensure that a close friend or family will be willing to watch over your furry friend with plenty of food, water, and even a place for them to be kept while you dance the night away.

Photo and recipe courtesy of FotoNuova Photography and Serendipity

Pretty in Pink

2010-09-15T16:27:00.001-07:00

I love when brides are not afraid to break tradition by doing something, or in this case, wearing something that they want, like wearing these beautiful PINK wedding dresses! This is such a fun way to incorporate a favorite color or really show your cool, creative, and even daring personality. I say pink definitely stands out just as much as a white dress!

Photos courtesy of Love Me Do Photography

Look to the Fair for Inspiration!

2010-09-15T16:23:00.000-07:00

The Los Angeles Fair has finally arrived in Pomona at the Fairplex! The fair is not only a great place to get away for some fun and games, but a fun place to go for some inspired wedding ideas or even the setting for a fun and quirky engagement photo shoot. From September 4th all the way through October 3rd, join the festivities at only $12 for admission on weekdays, and $17 on the weekend. Check out www.lacountyfair.com for more event information.

Photo courtesy of LA County Fair

FREE workshop - "secrets" for getting "great portraits" out of your tiny point & shoot camera

2010-09-14T11:01:00.000-07:00

FotoNuova Photography is offering a FREE workshop - "secrets" for getting "great portraits" out of your tiny point & shoot camera.

Details...
If you would like to take more interesting portraits that are sharp, evenly lit, compliment your subject and want to learn how to get THE MOST out of your little camera, then this workshop is for you.

He will be sharing:
How do I compose a portrait so that it's more interesting?
How do I find the best lighting?
What are some of the settings on my camera that will help me?
And much more!

This workshop is limited to 6 attendees only and seating will be given on a "first come, first served" basis.

I'm hosting the workshop at my San Marino studio on October 2 from 10am to 1pm.

If you'd like to claim one of the 6 spots, here's what you have to do...
Call (626-588-2445) or email (aaron@fotonuova.com) with your name, cell phone number (just in case there's a last minute change), and the make/model of the camera you're using and bringing (if you know it).

If you make a reservation but can't make it, please let me know ASAP as I will be keeping a waiting list as well.

Happy Learning!

Last week for early bird tickets to Pamper Me Fabulous

2010-09-09T14:51:00.000-07:00

We love this event! No idea what to do for your wedding shower and birthday celebrations! Here is your answer.

The Early Bird Pricing Ends this Friday, September 10, 2010 ~
So don't miss out and purchase your tickets now.

Sunday, October 10, 2010
11:00am-5:00pm
Hyatt Regency Huntington Beach Resort & Spa, Huntington Beach

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{ Angelina + David :: Dazzling Chandelier }

2010-09-08T18:23:00.000-07:00

Recently we planned and designed a remarkable wedding all under two months. Yes, for those of you who have your mouths wide open due to shock.. it is possible. The wedding took place at the client’s beautiful home in Arcadia, CA. We completely transformed the place. We build a pool plank over the pool for the ceremony to add drama and flair. Low floral hedges and multiple pillar candles lining the edges of the bridge. More hurricanes filed with pillar candles and rose petals were placed around the perimeter of the pool. Four 6' Tall candelabras placed on the corners of the pool. As the string quartet started to play the Wedding March, the bride walked down the aisle in a gorgeous designer gown.

The reception area sits partially draped tents with crystal chandeliers stood over the platinum covered tables. In the center of the reception was a clean and modern white dance floor surrounded by lounge sets. The head table was embellished with gorgeous three-foot tall floral pieces and flood with candles. Florals were everywhere. Each corner there is a striking element that just keeps your eyes entertained. Next to the head table was five-tiered cupcake display. No one can ever imagine that this space was just a regular tennis court a day ago. Even the tennis coach that was a guest at the wedding was amazed how we have transformed the space. The guests enjoyed a scrumptious three course meal of mozzarella and tomato salad, sea bass and short ribs, and a variety of mini dessert shots. As the evening went on, everyone danced the night away to a live band playing upbeat jazz and popular music.

It was incredibly gratifying when the client told us that this wedding had exceeded their expectations and asked me to send them some more business cards because so many of their guests were asking who planned the wedding.

{ Mary + JR :: Malibu Wedding }

2010-09-08T18:11:00.000-07:00

It was a warm summer day with cool light breezes in the hills of Malibu, perfect for a summer wedding. The ceremony and reception took place at a private estate. Most of the guests traveled from far away to come to sunny California to witness the matrimony of Mary and JR. It was a small intimate wedding filled with so much love and joy. The color palette was fresh green and plum, which blend perfectly with the beautiful scenery that the Malibu hills had to offer.

Mary walked down the grassy aisle wearing a stunning vintage wedding dress looking simply gorgeous! JR watched his beautiful bride to be with a big smile on his face as she approached him. He also looked handsome with his khaki suit and purple tie. During the ceremony, JR’s daughter performed on her cello for the bride, groom, and guests. I do’s were exchanged and the couple walked away hand in hand.

After the ceremony guest were escorted to the pool and lounge area where tasty hors d’oeuvre were passed around and the bar was open and ready to start mixing, shaking, and stirring. Keeping true with the color scheme guests were pleasantly surprised to find their escort cards pinned on plump smooth green limes. Mary and JR made their grand entrance with their loyal dog behind them; we didn’t even have to cue the dog, he knew exactly where to go and when, amazing right?

The Bride and Groom did not go with the traditional tiered towering cake; instead they had three separate cakes- Lemon, Red Velvet, and Dolce.

The night sky was adorned with bistro lighting we set up over the reception and dance area. Guests danced the night away. Thank goodness for baby Jack who kicked off the dance with his all time favorite Usher song- “ OMG“. The candy station was a bit hit with the kids and even adults. Classics candy from Sour Gummy Worms, Rock Lollipops, to Peanut M&M’s were all present.

The bride and groom were sent off by their beloved friends waving shinning sparklers, it was a magical sight to see and a perfect way to end a perfect day!

Photo Credit: FotoNuova

Friar Tux Promotion

2010-09-07T17:45:00.001-07:00

Fall 2011 Fashion Color Trends

2010-08-27T15:24:00.000-07:00

What are the hot colors for the next fall wedding season?
According to Pantone, the standard for worldwide color matching and trends, these shades and colorings will be popular for next fall in fashion and ready to wear!

Be one step ahead of everyone else and design your Fall Wedding palette using these gorgeous colors. We love the nontraditional color combination. Yellow and grey, green and orange.. etc.

Alina Pizzano: Fall Collection

2010-08-26T17:01:00.000-07:00

Alina Pizzano couture, located in Pasadena, is proud to present her new Fall Collection for 2010. Check out her website www.alinapizzano.com for a look at her gorgeous couture gowns and call 626-584-0076 to set up an appointment to come in to try them on.

Color Me Pretty

2010-08-26T17:00:00.001-07:00

Create the perfect color palette for your wedding using Adobe® Kuler™! It is a web-hosted application for generating color themes that can inspire any project. You can create your own color palettes, experiment quickly with color variations, and even browse thousand of color themes that others post and share! A great start to laying out a theme and color scheme for your wedding or any event!

So Fresh!

2010-08-26T16:58:00.000-07:00

Incorporating fresh fruit in with your theme and décor of the wedding is not only fresh and beautiful, but also inexpensive and unique! Using them as escort cards, or even putting a handful of fresh berries in cute baskets also serve as great fillers on the table and add pops of colors to your floral arrangements.

We have used several of this idea at our event and they are always refreshing and a big hit. Try it at your next event.. what fruit would you use?

Modern Wedding Art

2010-08-26T16:57:00.000-07:00

Photo mounting and art panels have always been a fun way to decorate your home or office…why not add them to your wedding for a creative and new twist? Plywerk specializes in photo mounting and creating art panels using photos that you select and submit. What’s even better is that they are eco-conscious, using only sustainable materials. Create a wall of panels at your reception for a modern and fun twist, making you the star of your own art gallery, and even when the party’s over, enjoy the panels in your home! Check out www.plywerk.com for ordering information.

Photo courtesy of Plywerk

Dazzle with this Sparkler

2010-08-26T16:56:00.001-07:00

When I came across this beautiful bottle of raspberry flavored vodka at my local market, I thought to myself this would be a perfect fit to create a fresh summer cocktail to entertain all your wedding guests with! Check out this fresh recipe for a delightful treat and check out www.purspirits.com for more fresh recipes and where you can purchase PurGeist.

Purr Razz Sparkler
3/4 oz. Pur Geist Raspberry Vodka
1/4 oz. Chambord
Fill the champagne flute with Moscati d'Asti (about 4 oz.)
Garnish with one fresh raspberry float.

Photo and recipe courtesy of PurSpirits

Winne Couture Labor Day SALES EVENT

2010-08-24T09:26:00.000-07:00

Winne Couture Labor Day SALES EVENT

25% off towards ANY bridal gown purchase!
September 3rd - 6th, 2010
(price starting at $1400)

Calll(310) 858-8868 to
reserve your private showing appointment today and
Let The Design of Your Dream Gown Begin!
(fittings by appointment only)

To preview the complete Winne Couture collection, please visit
www.winniecouture.com

Winnie Couture Flagship Bridal Salon
9393 Wilshire Blvd., Beverly Hills, CA 90210
Phone: (310) 858-8868
Email: bhbrides@winniecouture.com

10.10.10 Pamper Me Fabulous (Woman's Day Out) Event

2010-08-12T14:43:00.000-07:00

Sunday, October 10, 2010
11:00am-5:00pm
Hyatt Regency Huntington Beach Resort & Spa, Huntington Beach

Now to August 15 Buy A Ticket and be entered to win a
New Beauty Magazine Gift Set (valued at $300)

Welcome to Pamper Me Fabulous: the oh-so-chic spa, beauty, and health & wellness event for women by women about women!

Pamper Me Fabulous brings together all the things you and your girlfriend love. Take a break from the stresses of life to be enlightened by experts in the "Expert Corner", luxuriate in mini beauty and spa services from the best spas and salons, shop for "it" products and other must-haves, taste gourmet sweets in the Sweets Cafe and score a swag bag all under one swanky roof.

(If all this "getting" is overwhelming, remember that you'll be "giving" too! Ten percent of all ticket sales to the event benefit Step Up Women's Network.)

Buy Tickets

“Say Cheese!”

2010-08-11T17:39:00.000-07:00

With your wedding day quickly approaching, you want to make sure your beauty routine is up to speed and with so many photo moments coming up on your big day, you want to make sure you don’t forget your teeth! Here are some great and affordable products that are easy to find and purchase at your local drugstore that restore and refresh your smile, just in time for your “I Do’s!” Brush On Smile Teeth Whitening Pen $19.95 (www.brushonsmile.com), REMBRANDT Plus Peroxide Whitening Mouthwash $7.99 (www.drugstore.com), and Burt’s Beeds Adult Flouride Whitening Natural Toothpaste $5 (www.burtsbees.com).

And if you want a professional to assist you, check out Rockstar White. They have multiple locations and service products for the end consumer. For those of you with sensitive teeth, this is your lucky day. Their treatment doesn't hurt at all.

Photos courtesy of BrushOnSmile, Rembrandt, and Burt’s Bees

A Guestbook You’ll Remember

2010-08-11T17:37:00.000-07:00

Rather than just having a book out on a table full of autographs that will likely be stored away in your house, these non-traditional guestbooks will not only be fun for your guests to fill out, but for you to read many years down the road! Each guest will receive their own guestbook page for them to fill out and share special messages, and then at the end of the event you can fill your personalized guestbook with all of the pages! Check out www.guestbookstore.com for the different styles and pricing information.

Photo courtesy of GuestBookStore

Vendor Spotlight: FotoNuova Photography

2010-08-10T11:10:00.000-07:00

I am always grateful and proud when we work with some of the best of the best vendors. They are not only talented but most importantly professional and they provide excellent customer service. If you have not heard of FotoNuova yet, get out your blackberry and save this number now. Aaron from FotoNuova is a passionate photographer and just last Saturday we worked on a wedding together. The entire planning process with him was so pleasant! Not to mention on the day of, he and his team - EXCELLENT!

Looking forward to working with him again and have him capture the event details.

http://fotonuova.com/
Aaron Gil
626.588.2445

Wedding Etiquette: Who Sits at the Head Table?

2010-08-05T12:16:00.000-07:00

Recently while working with one of our clients, they had a question about who sits at the head table. Traditionally, the head table includes the bride, groom, bridesmaids and groomsmen. You can alternate male and female or have bridesmaid sit on one side and groomsmen sit on the other side.

If you have too big of a wedding party, you also can opt to do a sweetheart table (only sits bride and groom) and have your wedding sit by a table nearby with their significant others if applicable.

{ Angela + Brent :: Fairytale Wedding } LA Times Feature

2010-08-02T15:30:00.000-07:00

{ Amy + David :: Westin Pasadena Wedding } LA Times- Wedding Feature

2010-08-02T15:23:00.001-07:00

Dazzling Gowns that won't break the bank

2010-08-02T15:15:00.000-07:00

We all dream about that perfect wedding gown, but the high price tag is another story. Well, let us introduce you to Encore Bridal.
They offers new, sample, and nearly-new couture that will love, but won't break the bank.

Check out their events:
On the second and last Sundays of every month at their Manhattan Beach, California store, you are able to view discounted designer wedding dresses and bridal accessories currently in their e-Boutique.

When: Second and last Sundays of the month from 11am - 4pm.

Upcoming Dates:
* August 8
* August 22
* September 26 -- Special Guest Nicolle Proskalo from Proskalo Inc. will be joining us!

Where:
Encore Bridal showroom
3215 Highland Ave (at 33rd street)
Manhattan Beach, California

Happy Shopping!

Beautiful Table Inspiration

2010-08-02T09:50:00.000-07:00

I recently came across Johnny Miller’s website as I was looking at photographers during my free time. I ventured into non-wedding photographers and came across this! I was so pleasantly surprised when I loaded his website and I was treated to these beautiful shots on his homepage. Such a simple idea but a wonderful idea that can easily be incorporated into a wedding centerpiece.

Now all I want to do is throw a reception that has a really long guest table with a runner down the center, and a long line of bottles that gradient from one end of the color spectrum to another. Wouldn’t that be dreamy?

Photos courtesy of Johnny Miller

Tying the Knot – Forage Bowties!

2010-08-02T09:49:00.000-07:00

Two things I love: colorful-modern and diagonal stripes. I’ve found a little bit of both in these adorable bow ties hand crafted by Shauna and Stephen of Something’s Hiding in Here (www.somethingshidinginhere.com). These would be adorable on your groom and groomsmen for a whimsical or more casual wedding, and are a cute and thoughtful way to incorporate your wedding colors into even the smallest details!

Photos courtesy of Forage

{ Angela + Brent :: Fairytale Wedding }

2010-07-29T15:24:00.000-07:00

We come across all kinds of interesting weddings each year. At this particular wedding it had so much energy and interesting activities.
First, we cued the 20+ wedding party down the aisle.
Secondly, we had a surprise skit at the ceremony and one of the guests shout out "I object!" Soon the guests realized that it was a skit, and not actually someone objecting to the wedding. Then for the Grand Entrance the bride arrived on a beautiful carriage with a white horse and two coachman. Right before the exchange of vows, the surprise singer emerged from the crowd and started to sing "Always & Forever". At the wedding reception, the couple did an amazing performance of three dance sets consisted of Riding Dirty, Thriller, ending with a slow dance.
The guests danced the night away as the white tent transformed into a purple paradise.

Congratulations to our happy couple!

A Pink Wedding by Fresh Events

2010-07-29T15:17:00.000-07:00

We are very honored to have one of our weddings featured on Project Wedding's blog this week:

Project wedding blog

Calling all Taco Lovers

2010-07-26T17:35:00.001-07:00

If you are a Taco Lover you are in luck!!

TINGA opens on Thursday, July 29th.

The address is: 142 S. La Brea 90036

It's located between first and second by American Rag.

{ Maggie + Kevin :: Yacht Wedding } LA Times- Wedding Feature

2010-07-26T17:08:00.001-07:00

We are honored that one of our wedding was featured in the LA Times recently-
Maggie & Kevin Wedding on a Yacht

Photos courtesy of Fotonuova

Great gift ideas from Wedding Chicks

2010-07-26T17:07:00.000-07:00

Show your bridesmaids how much you love and appreciate them by giving them one of these adorable customizable totes! When I came across this website I couldn’t wait to have my own bridesmaids to shower them with these gifts. All the totes, t-shirts and cards are customizable to match and coordinate with your colors and are cute ways of letting people know just who’s who in your wedding party! Check out the rest of the adorable gifts on http://www.weddingchicks.com/shop/

Photos courtesy of the Wedding Chicks

Chocolate Diamonds!

2010-07-12T15:55:00.000-07:00

We were pleasantly surprised when a box arrived at our office from Goossens Chocolate and when we opened it, we saw these beautiful sparkling diamonds…that yes, were made out of chocolate! Not only were they beautiful, but the chocolate tasted delicious too!

Goossens chocolate diamonds make for the perfect corporate event, engagement party or wedding favors. Imagine these white, brilliant diamonds packaged in a clear favor box against an all white-color palate, or a mound of these diamonds set on a dessert bar. Visit www.goossensbelgianchocolates.com to see the rest of their delicious line of chocolates and to order some for your next event!

Photos courtesy of Goossens Chocolate

Alina Pizzano: Wedding Gown Sale

2010-07-12T15:54:00.001-07:00

Great news! Another sale has come into town. In celebration of their Second Year Anniversary, Alina Pizzano, located in Pasadena, is offering 20% off all of their gowns! If you or any brides you know are interested in either the Collection or a unique Couture gown, they can come in to receive their discount, which is only good for the month of July. Call them at 626-584-0076 for more information and visit www.alinapizzano.com to see their collection. They are located on 235 East Colorado Blvd., Pasadena, CA 91101. Happy shopping!

Photos courtesy of Alina Pizzano

Pretty Up Your Drinks

2010-07-12T15:52:00.000-07:00

If you’re like me, you like to think of all the pretty details of your wedding or event…all the way down to the color of the straws! This is a simple and inexpensive way to incorporate some design, color, and flavor to your event. Your guests will appreciate the extra effort put into dressing up your cocktails! Colorful straws can be purchased at local grocery superstores or party supplies.

Photos courtesy of Martha Stewart

Mobile Food!

2010-07-12T15:51:00.001-07:00

Mobile food trucks are a fun and creative way to keep your guests’ stomachs full and their feet dancing well into the night as they are energized and well-fed! You can opt to have several trucks come for the main course in lieu of sit-down catering, or have them roll up late into the night as guests are dancing for a fun surprise. In Los Angeles alone we have an incredible variety and availability, ranging from a grilled cheese truck, a sushi truck, a fry truck, a green truck. The list goes on. And following in Kogi’s brilliant foot steps, they all tweet their location as they arrive. Which means you can track them and follow all of them at once @foodtruckla.

Photos courtesy of 100 Layer Cake

Groom Attire: Friar Tux Promotion

2010-06-28T16:21:00.001-07:00

Custom Creativity

2010-06-28T13:32:00.001-07:00

In the world we live in today, almost everything comes from an assembly line with thousands that are identical. But at evelynH, it’s all about customizing and creating jewelry pieces that are unique and made specifically for you in mind.
What better wedding gift to give your bridal party, yourself, or someone else, than a beautifully and custom-made piece of jewelry?
From start to finish, the whole experience is catered to you. Whether it is a delectable ring for the perfect proposal or an exclusive signature piece to commemorate a milestone, evelynH will help you create that perfect piece. Visit
http://www.evelynh.com or email info@evelynh.com for more information and to begin unleashing your creativity!

Photo courtesy of evelynH

Crazy for Cupcakes!

2010-06-28T13:28:00.000-07:00

As you know, we girls here at Fresh Events are crazy about cupcakes so we were thrilled when this delightful shop opened up nearby in Pasadena on Lake Avenue called Polkatots Cupcakes! Baked fresh daily, they offer 14 delicious different flavors in addition to a special Flavor of the Month Cupcake. They’re sweet, moist, and so adorable! What’s even better is that they also offer great wedding packages if you’re looking to design and excite your guests with a delicious cupcake tower filled with all of your favorite flavors and colors.

Check out their adorable website at http://www.polkatotscupcakes.com to see their full list of cupcake flavors and for more information! Happy eating!

Photo Courtesy of Polkatots Cupcakes

Tips for a Perfect Wedding Day

2010-06-22T16:43:00.000-07:00

With every event we plan, we strive to make it an enjoyable and memorable event. The important thing to remember is that on your wedding day, you aren’t going to care if the flower girl’s hair isn’t perfect, or if they ran out of programs during the ceremony. Let go and just enjoy...why? because you are getting married, and there is no greater joy!

But it is important for us to avoid as many glitches as possible, here’s a top 5 list of things to remember:

1. Plan for the details. An itemized budget will help you cover all expenses, especially all the little details, since they can really add up at the end of the day if not accounted for.
2. Remember the wedding. Couples are often so focused on celebrating with their friends and family at a fun reception, that the details of the actual ceremony are the last thing to be planned.
3. Plan well, but be adaptable. Whether it be a sudden storm or twenty unexpected guests, couples need to plan as much as possible for any situation. Try to make your guest list early in the planning and be honest with yourselves about how many people might eventually be added to it, and if you really want to get married outdoors, it is absolutely essential to have a back-up plan in case the weather goes against you.
4. It takes a village. The foundation to for couples to have their own support team. Trusted friends and family important to not only a beautiful event, but also just maintaining your sanity!
5. It’s just a day. Granted you have been dreaming of this day your whole life, it’s not reason to lose sight of why you are having the party in the first place. Keep it all in perspective and remember what is most important about their wedding day: the joining of two people in marriage!

Photo Courtesy of Fresh Events Company

Flowers: No Need to Coordinate!

2010-06-22T16:42:00.000-07:00

Flowers: No Need to Coordinate!

When it comes to adding that pop of color and freshness to your bridemaid’s bouquets, what better way to personalize them than by giving each one a different color and flower that matches their personality and style?

Having different pops of colors stand out against neutral bridesmaids’ dresses are a fun and flirty way to add color and give each guests something interesting to look at and enjoy. No need to coordinate colors, have fun with it!

Photo courtesy of The Knot.

DIY Bridesmaids Cards

2010-06-22T16:41:00.001-07:00

I’m always looking for cute do-it-yourself projects to incorporate into weddings. They’re a great way to not only save money, but be creative as well, such as these adorable linked bridesmaids cards! I love the paper chain people that we all learned to make in grade school and this project uses that simple concept to introduce your bridesmaids to everyone. Cut out the shape of the dress you plan on using in the color you desire and personalize each person with some paper hair. You can then wrap them around a personalized card asking “will you be my bridesmaid?” before mailing them out to each of your girls!

Source: http://www.oncewed.com

A Wedding Shoe That Loves You!

2010-06-22T16:37:00.000-07:00

We came across OKA b at Pamper Me Fabulous. We fell in love with how comfortable, fashionable, and affordable they were! And they now have a bridal line that will fit perfectly with the rest of your wedding ensemble!
OKA b shoes are based on a reflexology-inspired design and each pair has an ergonomic foot bed which includes massage beads. These shoes can provide you with style and comfort throughout your wedding day – from your walk down the aisle until the last dance of the night! Visit their website for more designs and ordering info at http://www.shoesthatloveyou.com.
Photo Courtesy of OKAb

Monique Lhuillier Sample Sale- Sunday, June 27th

2010-06-21T15:32:00.001-07:00