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3 Things to Remember When You're Throwing A Backyard Wedding

#Throwback Thursday – This was my submission for a blog hop I participated in last year with Natalie Bradley Events.  Engagement season is gearing up now, and outdoor summer weddings are being planned, so I thought this would be a good primer. If you’d like to receive more tips on creating a fantastic wedding day in Los…

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#DTLAWedSearch – The Recap

On Saturday, I went with one of my couples downtown to look at four wedding venues. Venue search is included in my full-service coordination package. During the tour, I also posted pictures on Instagram. Here are some highlights : Venue #1 –Skyspace LA, at the top of the U.S. Bank building. My couple wanted a view,…

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Ask Liz: Do I Have to Use My Venue's Preferred Vendors?

Dear Liz,  My fiancé and I have finally (!) picked our wedding venue and now we are to the point where we are selecting our photographer, caterer, and florist. Our venue has a list of their preferred companies, but I don’t know if I want to use them. For instance I have my heart set on…

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Wedding Wise Wednesday – Welcome to Wedding World

On Wednesdays, I bring you the best wedding stories, events and deals in Los Angeles, and from around the web. And we call it Wedding Wise Wednesday. Welcome! Cool Wedding Thing of the Week It’s here! I was so thrilled when Meg Keene asked me to contribute to A Practical Wedding Planner,  the follow up…

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Meet Me in Pasadena at the Premier Bridal Show – Your Ticket is on ME.

  So, remember that list of bridal shows I gave you yesterday? I’m going to have a booth at the Pasadena Hilton show this Sunday, January 10. I would love to see you there, AND I have a code for 4 free tickets. You can use them for yourself, or pass them on to anyone…

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Wedding Wise Wednesday – Pick a Sign For A Side

On Wednesdays, I bring you the best wedding stories, deals and events in Los Angeles and from around the web. And we call it Wedding Wise Wednesday. Welcome! Cool Wedding Thing of the Week: Brit & Co: 15 Same-Sex Wedding Goodies That Break Away from “Bride + Groom.” And there are plenty more where this came from….

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My Wedding Weekend – Congratulations Naushin and Moz!

Photo by Photography by Paulina. My first wedding of 2016 was completely awesome. I love coordinating Los Angeles “destination” weddings – Naushin is originally from here but lives in D.C.  now, and Moz works in…wait for it…Geneva. Lots of emails, lots of phone calls, lots of logistics, but it’s cool being a couple’s “savvy local.” planner….

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