Weddings

A "Grande" Wedding | Petite Productions

Words by: Petite Production
Photos by: Natalie Moser Photography

Nothing "petite" about this event! Dear friends Ben & Jennee got married at my old stomping grounds. While not a typical representation of my current clientele, weddings are my "first luv" and it was such a joy to be a part of their beautiful celebration!

Weather reports forecasted rain... and it did! But the day cleared up nicely for our ceremony on the Grand Lawn.

Romantic shades of purples, blues, and silvers highlighted their dinner reception.

Magnificent cake from Grace at Sweet Jems! Best red velvet I have ever had, and am not the biggest fan of red velvet!


Thank you Ben & Jennee - I had so much fun with you and wish for many more blessings and great memories throughout your marriage!

** VENDORS **
Event by: Petite Production
Venue: The St. Regis, Monarch Beach | Floral: White Lilac, Inc.
Linens: Wildflower Linens | Rentals: ChiavariChairRentals.com
DJ: Vive Entertainment | Photography: Natalie Moser Photography
Videography: Cloud 9 Cinematography | Cake: Sweet Gems
Stationary: Nida's Boutique

Cakes By Christine + White Collections

By: Kathy Choi-Lee

When Christine from Cakes by Christine NY had invited me to her invite only cake tasting event in NYC, I made a strong mental note to be there. Do you like cake? I do. Yes, I do! It was held at The White Collections wedding boutique owned by Korean American entrepreneur Jenny Yun. As I walked through the door, I was so happy to see a great group of friends all there to support Christine's cake business. They were standing in front of a visually stimulating buffet of cupcakes, mini cheesecakes and designer fondant cakes.

Christine went to the French Culinary Institute and now bakes custom cakes at the same level of all the TV cake shows you can find on the Food Network and TLC. Her cakes are so yummy, I doubt TV show cakes could be as delicious. Just my opinion. Take a look at some of the photos I took that night. And, if you're looking for a wedding dress in NYC, The Wedding Collection has great service and a fabulous selection of shoes, jewelry and dresses for the bride and the whole bridal party.

Christine Jeohn standing with her tasty cupcakes and designer cakes.

Cakes by Christine NY
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The White Collection (Wedding Salon/Boutique)
‎164-07 Northern Boulevard, Flushing, NY 11358-2646 Tel: (718) 886-7777‎

Tommy + Kathy | Korean Wedding

Congrats to Tommy and Kathy! A Long Beach, California wedding. My favorite part of the wedding was the reception when the best man had to take the garter off of the groom. It was hilarious and he was a good sport about it. enjoy! - James Hong (Photographer)

Photography: Perpxel Photo.com | Photos By: James Hong
Contact me wth any questions or comments.

Janet & Inho's Wedding | Min Mi Photography

MNM Photography | MNM Photography Blog

5307 Beach Blvd. #118 Buena Park, CA 90621 | Tel.714.562.9282

A. Hana Design | San Francisco

For beautiful flowers for your wedding in the San Francisco Bay Area, consider the designs of Asako Han. Email for appointment, please: asako@ahanadesign.com

Website: www.AHanaDesign.com | Contact: asako@ahanadesign.com
Blog: www.ahanadesign.blogspot.com

Diane & Daniel Cho | California Real Wedding

The happy couple, Diane and Daniel Cho wed last year on August 16th 2009. They met at church, Fullerton Presbyterian Church where Daniel is a worship leader. Venue was the Muckenthaler Mansion in Fullerton. Catering and wedding cake was by Colette's Catering. The flowers were arranged by the bride and bridesmaids.

Photography: Perpixel Photo ::  Photos taken by: James Hong
Venue :: Muckenthaler Mansion | Catering/cake :: Colette’s

Minhee and Truman: Fullerton, California

Little did these former elementary school classmates know they would grow up to be husband and wife. At their school-themed wedding, the pair recaptured their school days with all sorts of nostalgic details based on their affection for vintage items.



In lieu of bouquets, each of Minhee's bridesmaids carried a custom-made satin handbags by Lauren Merkin with a prom-worthy white carnation corsage and striped ribbon pinned to the front.



In keeping with the school theme, letterpress invitations, maps and reply cards were printed on vintage notebook paper by Minhee's company, Paper + Cup. Attendance reports asked guests to indicate who was coming. All the components slipped inside a small manilla folder printed with the couple's names and address label peek through the outer envelope. A brown paper favor bag contained custom school supplies including a handmade journal.




Vintage lunch trays were for guest to collect their dinner cafeteria-style. The wooden utensils were hot-stamped with the couple's names, and paper napkins were rubber stamped with the date. Each guest's place was outlined in chalk on a roll of black paper. Red artist's tape secured the corners to the tablecloth and single-flower arrangements rested in milk bottles, lattes bowls and ceramic tumblers. Votive candles illuminated paper bags trimmed with scalloping shears.




The bride and groom's parents stood with the couple for a formal portrait. The mothers each wore a hanbok, which is a traditional Korean dress. Self-adhesive photo corners were attached to the pages of a vintage accounting book in advance so guests could easily slip pictures into place. A table by the board held extra film and cameras, plus the guest book and pens for attendees to write messages next to their pictures.

 

The newlyweds sampled the wedding cake decorated with sugar daisies.



Minhee and Truman hold hands and enjoy a moment together at the reception.

Wedding sources for Minhee and Truman's wedding in Fullerton, California:

Reception Venue: Fullerton Arboretum
Wedding planner: Sally Lee of Sallee Designs
Cake: Beverly's Best Bakery | Stationery: Paper + Cup Design
Wooden utensils: Paper + Cup Design | Wedding gown: Angel Sanchez
Bridesmaid gowns: Aspeed Design | Bridesmaid handbags: Lauren Merkin
Groom's attire: Paul Smith | Photography: Meg Smith
:: See more photos from Minhee and Truman's Wedding ::

From Martha Stewart Weddings

Gossip Girl Inspired Bridal Shower

As Featured on HostessWithTheMostess.com

Featured is a gorgeous “Gossip Girl Inspired” Bridal Shower created by event planner Carolyn Chen of The Special Day. The details of this party are absolutely fabulous… from the fluffy pink peony arrangements and aubergine ruffle placemats (swoon!) to the lovely guests who were all decked out in black & white “Upper East Side Chic” to match the party’s color palette & style!

This look would also translate beautifully for a wedding or other extra-special occasion or dinner party! Read on for tons of gorgeous eye candy and more party details, as told by Carolyn…

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“Inspired by the Gossip Girl show (since this is one of the bride’s ultimate favorite TV shows), and also because the bride is originally from New York, we created her bridal shower with an Upper East Side flair, fit for a shower that Blaire Waldorf would host.

The invitations were simple & elegant – and we asked all the ladies to dress in black or whites, Upper East Side Chic, and accessorize.

For those that were not as familiar with the Gossip Girl show or “Upper East Side Chic” we showed fashion inspiration boards of what Blaire Waldorf would wear including accessories – especially head bands, handbags, shoes. When the ladies arrived, they were asked to pick a head band, which also doubled as their party favor. The head bands were of various styles with gems, feathers, embroidery, etc.

The color palette was very Chanel – black & white, with accents of aubergine & pink.

We were deciding between using Casablanca Lilies for the main florals since the Bride’s name is Lily, and also in the show “Lily Bass” loves Casablanca Lillies, or to have Blaire Waldorf’s favorite flowers – peonies.

We ended up going with fluffy pink peonies with containers dressed in a velvety purple wrap & ribbon made to look like a flower.

The tablescape was accessorized with various heights of pillar candles & glass holders, votives adorned with ribbon, and crystal like standing chandeliers.

Long tables were draped in a ivory white and set with with aubergine ruffle placemats & rhinestone-bedecked charger base plates.

For the bride’s chair, we chose a bustled ivory chair cover resembling a wedding dress.”

Scroll down for details on the yummy food & drinks that the ladies were treated to, as well as the (non-cheesy!) bridal shower activities they participated in, as told by event designer Carolyn Chen…

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ON THE MENU
• Caprese Skewers with Marinated Mozzarella, Basil and Tomatoes
• Traditional Waldorf Salad (a la Blaire Waldorf)
• Turkey Salad on Baby Brioche with Bacon and Roasted Roma Tomatoes
• Mini Crabcake Sliders
• Roast Beef, Blue Cheese and Pear Tea Sandwiches
• Egg Salad with Dill and Cucumber
• Blueberry and Cheddar-Chive Scones
• Preserves, Butter, Lemon Curd & Honey

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DESSERTS:
• Coconut Cream Pies
• Espresso Macarons with Chocolate Ganache
• Petit Fours with Preserves and Swiss Buttercream
• Individual Strawberry Cheesecakes

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DRINKS:
• Melon-Mint Water, Cucumber Water and Raspberry Lemonade served in glass apothecary beverage jar dispensers
• Hot Tea & Coffee
• Mix-ins: Cream, Sugar, Honey, & Lemon Wedges

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Activities:
“Fun activities for the shower included “Spice of Life” game in which the ladies were put into teams and had to determine the names of all of the spices – sort of a spin to “smell the baby food” like you would play at baby showers.

For individual games, we played “Famous TV Couples” which of course included Chuck & Blaire from Gossip Girl, as well as “How Well Do You Know the Bride” questionnaire.”

:: Credits & Resources ::

Event Design & Planning: The Special Day, Carolyn Chen
Photography: Jan Garcia Photography | Linens: Wildflower Linen
Catering & Desserts: The Dotted Apron | Florals: Mille Fiori