We’ve entered a new age. When I began my career as a wedding planner, clients would approach me with their selected colors, an overall feeling, a spending limit, and so on. They would have purchased a few bridal magazines and page after page would be dog-eared, marking stories of what they envisioned. During meetings, couples would tell me with sincerity that they wanted an event that was “pretty,” “glamorous,” or a thousand other words that were completely subjective and could be interpreted in a myriad of ways. Everything has changed since those days. Now one of the first topics we discuss in meetings with new clients is not only the same dog-eared magazines, but also what they are admiring on shared-image ... More »
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Nestled on twenty-three acres of beautifully landscaped gardens perfect for al fresco weddings in gorgeous Southern California, The Langham Huntington, Pasadena is a landmark hotel noted for its essence of grandeur, storied history, and tradition of luxury. Indoor and outdoor space in excess of 50,000 square feet is available for events, and w... More »
It's clear that Mark Zuckerberg had an amazing week. But what made it end in spectacular fashion is when he wed his longtime girlfriend Priscilla Chan on Saturday, May 19, 2012 in an intimate ceremony at his Palo Alto, California property. Though the public has grown accustomed to seeing the Facebook co-founder in his usual hoodie, he donne... More »
When it came to the perfect marriage proposal, I had it all figured out: charmed speech; ideal setting; and a big, captivating rock. Fortunately for me, my pear-shaped proposal went swimmingly. Unfortunately, what followed did not. Called upon to help plan a posh wedding of fairy-tale proportions by my equally busy full-time fiancée, I wa... More »
Plenty of excellent advice has been given by the experts on how to handle the usual wedding snafus, such as rain on your big day, guests who don't RSVP, and battles over guest lists. However, there are some challenges that tend to get overlooked in the wedding-planning books, and we'd like to tackle them a few at a time. Read on for some tips ... More »
As a writer and assistant editor for Inside Weddings magazine, I often read statements from featured brides and grooms who exclaim how perfect their weddings were. With glowing words and jovial memories they reflect on what was one of the best days of their lives, and claim that if they could go back and relive the occasion, they would absolut... More »
Want to don celebrity-worthy baubles on your wedding day? You can! Feel just as confident walking down the aisle as your favorite superstar strutting the red carpet by borrowing show-stopping jewels. Montage Beverly Hills has recently partnered with noted jeweler Michael Beaudry to create “Something Borrowed,” an exclusive new prog... More »
You may think that because you have a beautiful hotel, country club, or home in place as your venue that the catering manager, catering company, or event coordinator will be a professional wedding planner. This fallacy can be a major determent to your wedding day. A catering manager is employed by the venue and primarily specializes in food an... More »
Day in and day out, couples come to me and ask, “Is it okay if I do this, or will it look all wrong?” to which I always respond, “It’s your wedding – you make the rules!” The very first (and probably most important) piece of advice I give my clients is to just do what they love. Of course, that is always easie... More »
Congratulations – you’re engaged! Now, have you received your mother’s guest list? How about a list from your future mother-in-law? A wedding is one of the rare occasions when you can get all of your favorite people in the same place at the same time. Although this is very exciting, coordinating your guest... More »
After the gown, jewelry is the most important accessory on a bride’s body on her wedding day. Brides need to remember that their jewelry will be in every photo and finish her ensemble on her special day. It is the complement to the gown, elevating and completing the entire wedding-day look. ACCESSORIZE EARLYI recommend that a bride begi... More »
PHOTOGRAPHY I regularly compare wedding photography to sports photography. Like a professional sports photographer, your wedding photographer has only one chance to capture small–yet critical–moments. Many of those moments throughout a day’s work move at a lightning fast pace. Both photographers rely on the... More »
As the wedding-planning industry has grown, so too have the levels and types of wedding-planning services from which you can choose. Options range from a “Day-of” package to full coordination, and depending on the consultant, the services included in each can vary. Which choice is best for you rests upon a number of factors, includ... More »
Although the ceremony is typically the shortest part of your wedding day it is also the essential reason that you, your fiancé, and your friends and family are gathered to celebrate. Too many couples end up disappointed after relying on their officiant to handle the details of the service without any input. Make sure your vow exchange doe... More »
You may have selected your location, your photographer, and almost everything else you need to have the wedding of your dreams, but without an officiant the marriage is not going to happen. Selecting someone to perform your ceremony may not be the most exciting decision you make, but whether you're getting married in a house of worship, come f... More »
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Article: Mark Zuckerberg's Bride Clearly "Liked" Claire Pettibone Gown
Photography: Elizabeth Messina
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Article: "Something Borrowed" Wedding Jewelry by Beaudry
Photography: Jay Lawrence Goldman Photography
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