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Men Can Get Pampered Too Wedding Styles In the planning process we always think about pampering the bride and her bridesmaids and don't think about pampering the groom and groomsmen.   However these days there is an upcoming trend that is from back in the day, but with some modern twists, men's luxury barber shops.   These shops are tailored around a man's world with leather chairs, flat screen televisions, and men's magazines.   Men can enjoy a simple hair cut, a hot towel treatment, or have an old fashioned straight blade shave and end with a cigar and cocktail.   What better way for the groom and groomsmen to have a little pampering of their own minus the typical fru fru woman's salon atmosphere. Cheers to the men in our lives that enjoy a little pampering too!

CHEERS TO WILLIAM AND CATHERINE By Pauline Parry In Britain, a Royal Wedding is reason to celebrate! And perhaps it's even more important to those of us Brits living here in the United States. It makes us feel connected to our friends and family back home plus it gives us a chance to share our culture with friends and family here. And really, how often does one get to watch TV in their pajamas and a tiara? At 1 a.m. my guests, brave souls that they are, began to arrive. The evening (or morning?) started with hors d'oeuvres and champagne with hibiscus blossoms (see first photo). Dan Smith, our resident mixologist at Good Gracious (and creative director) had created this drink plus a fabulous Blonde Tomato Vodka Martini that we'd have later with breakfast. Our chef de cuisine, Joanne Purnell had created a menu that was English at heart but with a California spin, as you will see! Here is the appetizer menu... And at 3 a.m. as Catherine and William were entering Westminster A...

Wedding Styles By Desire� Recently I was in Palm Springs for a walk through with an amazing couple that is getting married at the Korakia Penisone in the fall.   And while I was in town I had the pleasure of visiting a few other fabulous properties.   While taking in the swanky details of each location I realized how amazing Palm Springs is for weddings.   Where else in Southern California do you have almost perfect weather all year round and are just far away enough from the major surrounding cities that you feel like you've just reached a desert oasis?   Every location in Palm Springs has its own style, whether it is bohemenian, modern, or old Hollywood glamour.   Here are three venues that I wanted to share as they all offer that something special and an incredible setting, where you can create your signature wedding celebration. Korakia Penisone : Bohemenian Chic Hyatt Regency Suites Palm Springs : Desert Modern Viceroy : Old Hollywood Glamour Along with a...

By Aaron Kaniecki Believe it or not a year has gone by since my arrival here in the United States. So much has happened on both a personal and professional level in such a short space of time. Personally, I arrived, lived with my aunt/boss Pauline Parry, saved up and bought a car three months in, moved into a friend�s house, and learned how to live the �American way� Professionally, I have traveled to Washington DC, Arizona, Kentucky and Las Vegas to name a few, I have worked on events for 1500 people down to 10 people, I have been to some of the most amazing hotels and locations southern California has to offer, and also been to some of the smallest houses. The events industry is massive, and a party can be thrown at any place at any time� it just takes planning. As for my time in the office, I have seen some changes take place. I was sad to see some people leave, yet excited for the prospects of the new people arriving. I have got to know and relate to all of my new colleagues, even ...

Wedding Styles After the proposal, the excitement, the sparkle and the sharing with family and friends it is then �Let the Wedding Planning Begin�.  You have selected your planner, determined a date and selected the location for this wonderful occasion and the fun begins! The invitation is an essential part to the celebration and completely sets the tone for �your wedding� in addition to providing all the necessary details to your guests. It should convey what the overall ambiance will be, if the wedding is going to be casual or formal, the wedding invitations should reflect it.  If there is a specific style or theme, this is ideal time to begin �to make it your own� wedding.  Keep in mind there are a variety of invitation options to choose from and you can be INSPIRED to create a style, a color, a monogram and any other design details that will bring your wedding vision alive. It is always quite wise to send a Save the Date card so guests can �mark� their calendar....

For the LOVE of cocktail hour! Wedding Styles There are a plethora of classic cocktails and other trendy mixed drinks out in the world, so it's no surprise that couples are opting for a signature drink or specialty beverage station at their wedding.  Or of course, the traditional bar offering various liquors and wine and beer, which works just as well.  However, having this just adds another personal touch on their special day.   Couples have nicknamed mixed drinks, chosen cocktails that match their wedding colors, or have a love for a specific beverage.  Limiting the amount of beverages can also help lower the costs for your beverages. Here are just a few of our favorites... A little Bit of Bubbly It can be as simple as adding an edible floral garnish or customizing mini bottles  of champagne with the couples monogram. The Beer Aficionado Creating a micro brew bar can let your guests experience a variety of different local breweries,  in Cal...

Inspired by wooden tables, shades of honeysuckle, and touches of lace... Wedding Styles   Last week our creative team designed a showcase tabletop for the Wedding Industry Professionals Association 's (WIPA) March meeting at the Vibiana in Downtown LA.  We wanted to design a tabletop that could be glamorous, yet light hearted and playful for a daytime reception.  As we continue to see the trend of wedding receptions during the week or in the morning on the weekend.   And with spring around the corner, bright colors are beginning to "spring" back into weddings.  And what better color palette to design with then this year's "IT" colors honeysuckle.  Along with one of the bridal industry's most timeless and traditional fabrics, lace.        Starting with a large oval feasting table ( Rrive Works ), each place setting was layered with oversized lace placemats, cerise chargers ( BBJ Linen ), and bone china ( Classic Party Rent...