Jenn and Justin are Getting Married!

Today we celebrate this fun loving couple at the beautiful Darlington House!

Feast your eyes on these beautiful photos by Frank at I against I photography!

Happy Wedding Day Kelly and Michael!

Kelly and Michael had their first date at the Prado- Balboa Park, a lovely place for a meal! (If you haven't been, check it out, delicious food and a beautiful view from the terrace!)
I think on that first date, they were smitten and destined to be together.
It must be true, because today they are getting married!

After traveling all over the world, today they will celebrate with family and dear friends in a beautiful celebration of their love with a garden themed wedding at Rancho Bernardo Inn.
Please enjoy these photos from their engagement shoot at Rancho Bernardo Winery by the talented Bethann Greenberg Photography. 

Catamaran Wedding

I finally get to share the beautiful photos of Beth and Mike's summer wedding at the lovely Catamaran Resort! It was a beautiful day and being surrounded by family and friends was a perfect way to start their new life together. Right after the wedding, the bride moved back to Arkansas where her husband was residing, and where she was originally from!

Please enjoy the photos by Alexandra Oat Photography.

To learn more about this day, in Beth's own words, please keep reading....

How long did you take to plan your wedding?

6 months.  We were engaged over Thanksgiving.  I started planning right around the end of the year for a July 9th wedding.

Did you go over budget?

Yes.  The items that put me over were primarily the venue (Catamaran) and hiring a videographer.  Those turned out to be totally worth it!

What made you choose your venue?

The location.  The Catamaran has gorgeous views, it was close to the ceremony and my home, and it gave my guests a place to enjoy themselves in the hours between the ceremony and the reception.  Also, we wanted to have a venue that would handle most of the reception details for us, including food, drinks, cake, etc.

What unique touches did you add to personalize your event?

We used my own convertible for the getaway car.  We didn't have a ringbearer or flower girl at the ceremony, but we had all our nieces and nephews "introduce" us at the reception.  We opened up the speeches to everyone after the Best Man and Maid of Honor, and those were full of personal anecdotes that had us all laughing and crying!

Did you include any special family traditions?

Not really.  I wore my mother's pearl necklace but that was about it.

What was your theme?

We didn't have one.

Did you do a first look, yes or no, and why?

No.  We had plenty of time after the ceremony before the reception started (Catholic gap) to get photos.  I think first looks are usually done to get the photos out of the way so that you can move straight to the reception from the ceremony.  Plus we wanted our first look to be as I walked down the aisle.

What was the best part of your day?

When I saw my fiance at the front of the church.  He was so choked up with emotion and I knew that he was feeling the same depth of love and awe at what we were about to do that I was.  But really the whole day was one big best part!  I enjoyed every minute of it.

How many guests were invited? How many attended?

Originally 76 were invited and we guaranteed 50.  We only got 42 from the original invites, so I sent an additional 10 at the last minute to fill the guarantee.  So that makes 86 total invited and 52 attended (including the bride and groom).

Did you DIY? Which parts?

Yes, I did pretty much all the stationery.  Invitations, programs, menus, escort cards, and table numbers.  I also made "wedding wands" to wave as we walked down the aisle and sewed cute little fabric baskets for the flower girls.

All about the food/music- describe why you selected what you did:

The Catamaran offered a package that included hors d'oeuvres, cocktails, table wine, champagne toast, and 3-course dinner of appetizer, entree, and wedding cake.  We were trying to keep costs down, so although the Catamaran has many food options, we went with the chicken and negotiated an additional salmon entree.  Their food  and the cake from Flour Power were delicious!

As for music, my now-husband has very unique tastes.  We wanted to be able to have specific songs played, so we opted for a DJ instead of a band.  The DJ played all his "unusual" music during the cocktail hour and my "normal" music for the dancing.  We also didn't want a cheesy loud DJ.  Ours was just right--he did all the announcements but after that he let the music speak for itself.

Did you have an absolute favorite vendor?

I love our wedding video from Murasaki Media.  Every time I watch it, I tear up and it brings me back to the moment.

See the teaser-

Beth & Mike {teaser} from Murasaki Media on Vimeo.

Any advice for engaged couples-

You have to find what works for you.  Don't let other people influence you--it's your wedding!  Find what is most important to you and don't worry about the rest.  If you don't have [photo booth / favors / video / open bar / 200 guests / whatever], at the end of the day you will still be married and that is the most important part.

Vendor Love:

Venues- St Brigid Parish and Catamaran Resort
Photographer- Alex Oat Photography
Videographer- Murasaki Media
Florist- Elegant Touch Floral Designs
Cake- Flour Power
DJ-Kevin Noble
Coordinator-Affairs by Amy

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Monday Trends

More of an insight today, but still a current trend!

Why you should do a "first look" before your ceremony-

Given the schedule of events on your wedding day, there is generally no time for the couple to connect and enjoy each other until well into the evening hours, if at all. The ceremony happens, quick photos together, add in bridal party and family, grand entrance, and the night is well under way. Before you know it, its all over.

If you do a first look, its a scheduled time to have some privacy, just the two of you. And a big concern is "the groom won't be emotional when I walk down the aisle." YES HE WILL!!! It is STILL a VERY emotional moment.
During your first look, he is thinking "wow, she looks amazing, I am the luckiest man alive"
During the ceremony, he is overwhelmed with emotions as you walk towards him in front of your loved ones and hear the music and look into each others eyes.
You don't miss out on anything by doing a first look. In fact, you gain amazing photos you would not normally get, taken from a far by your photographer as you reveal yourselves to each other.

They make for amazing shots, and you will NOT regret it!!
For all you couples not wanting to do it because you feel it would ruin the moment when you are at the altar, reconsider, if you need testimonials from couples that are glad they did it,email me, I have them!!

wedding Wednesday!

Sharing a gorgeous inspiration board today from Micanonymous!
Love the pops of orange and the proteas!

Monday Trends

For today I would like to share a link to some amazing photos of the biggest wedding in Hollywood this last weekend.
Kim+Kris

Photos at link by Bauer Griffin, posted photo from E!
If you would like to see more, E is showing a feature video at 7 and 10 Pm

Trends

Why not have a Cigar Lounge for the men at your wedding?

the ladies can always visit too!

Photos from rpscissors.typepad.com, getmarried.com, theknot.com

Wedding Wednesday

Seems like we skipped Monday!
So for today's inspiration, we have some rockabilly fun!

For help planning your themed, or traditional wedding, contact us!
info@affairsbyamy.com

images from-
rockabillyshirt.net, phaedraphotography.com, pinterest.com, weddingbycolor.com,
polkadotbride.com, petdogonline.com, tattoedbride.com, cheapweddingcenterpieces.net, idoinspirations.blogspot.com

Trends

Cupcakes

One of the hottest wedding trends to hit is the cupcake fad.
Serve them on a dessert bar, in place of a traditional cake, or along with the couples cutting cake.
CUPS an organic cupcakery is ready willing and able to make the most delicious cupcakes ever for your big day! Mini and regular sizes available, and they also do cakes!

Visit them today and try some!

Images from Cups La Jolla

Wedding Day!

It's Heather and Tim's wedding day!!
Congratulations to this super fun couple!

They are one of the couples we are lucky enough to share with Iliana Morton Photography

Wedding Wednesday

Growing up most little girls dream of having a romantic fairy tale wedding. Here are some ideas to help create your very own fairy tale wedding!


Photos c/o: weddings-avenue.com, weddingsalon.com, bridetreasures.com, victorialodging.com, disneyeveyday.com, fairytaleweddingaccessories.com, trulyweddingfavors.com

Trends

Center pieces at your wedding bring the wow factor to your guests when they are sitting at their table. There are many different options for your center piece.

Low center pieces create a more intimate feeling for your wedding. You can use flowers, candles and even crystals to make this look.

High center pieces create a more extravagant wedding feel. This look can be created with tall vases with flowers coming out of them, embellished trees and even vases filled with floating candles.

Not all center pieces have to be flowers, candles make for beautiful center pieces and they make a room glow. Trees create a very dramatic effect. You can hang candles, flowers and crystals off of them to tie in your color theme.

Contact us today for more ideas or a custom wedding theme just for you!

Xoxo Krishele

Photos c/o: wishspecialevents.com, theweddingvendors.com, memorableweddingideas.com

Wedding Wednesday

Deep Red and Black are the perfect combination for a night time wedding. Red is the color of passion and love making it fitting for a day to celebrate two peoples love.

For more ideas or to plan a red and black wedding contact us today!

XOXO Krishele

Photos c/o: westweddings.com, pinkcakebox.com, 4thewedding.com, alldesigns.onsugar.com, weddinobsession.com, reinsformalwear.com

Trends

Belly Bars and lounge furniture have taken over wedding receptions and now you can use them with colored light accents. Many companies are offering bars, belly bars, uplighting and monograms to enhance the ambiance of your wedding. Most items come with a remote to change the color to match your theme. When having a night time outdoor wedding or even one in an event space that can be made dark these are great add ins to give your wedding a warm yet modern feel. Often, when using glowing belly bars and lounge furniture there is no need for extravagant flowers to accent them, a simple vase with crystals will catch the light provided and dazzle your guests. Finding a company that offers monograms is always a plus because you can put you and your sweeties name on the dance floor, behind the band or even spotlighting a sweetheart table. We love the endless options and extra pop you can add to your wedding with uplights and glowing furniture. Xoxo Krishele

Photos C/O: ormondproductios.blogspot.com, getmarried.com wedding-club.com