Introducing Mr. & Mrs. Reyes!

Laura & Floyd were married on May 22nd, 2010 at St. Roberts Church in San Bruno. The celebration continued at the Hyatt Regency in Burlingame. Enjoy these beautiful photos by LucyXYZ Photography!







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Videography - Lumitone Productions
Lighting - Allegra Entertainment & Events
Cake - Shannie Cakes
Flower Design - Floramor
Linen - AGS Linen
Day-Of Coordination - The Test Of Time Weddings!

Wedding Day Breakfast

You already know that it's important to sit down for breakfast on the morning of your wedding -- but did you know that eating certain foods can actually help you relax? With that in mind, treat your bridesmaids to a simple preceremony brunch of proven nerve calmers: Blueberries and orange juice are rich in vitamin C, which has been shown to reduce stress; the live cultures in yogurt can help settle an upset stomach; whole-wheat toast is full of vitamin B, which helps ease anxiety; and chamomile tea promotes relaxation. The only thing missing? A few sips of bubbly.


Great Tip from Martha Stewart Weddings

Under The Big Top

Hope everyone had a wonderful Mother's Day! My mom and I spent the day at the Walt Disney Family Museum in San Francisco along with my fiancé and my dad. My whole family are huge Disney fans and love learning about the history of it all. Dumbo was Disney's fourth full length movie and I am sure everyone remembers what it was about. It is one of my favorite Disney movies (though it is impossible to choose just one) and was my favorite ride a Disneyland as a kid.

When trying to think of a theme for my inspiration board this week, I wanted to do something Disney though not the obvious Cinderella/princess wedding with a huge ballgown and tiara. Although beautiful, its been done. I began thinking of Disney's early movies and remembered the lovable baby elephant with the enormous ears that captured out hearts. Its a story about overcoming obstacles and believing in yourself and others. Great messages for the beginning of your life together and besides, isn't life just a big circus!

Its Time To Rock n' Roll!

Starry Eyed

Does your fiancé make you starry eyed? Have a Heaven on Earth Wedding and go over the top glam with fairy lights everywhere. What a perfect theme for a midnight wedding on New Year's Eve! Say your I Dos in a planetarium or atop a hill under a canopy of stars.

Unleash your inner goddess in a Grecian inspired gown with lots of drama! Midnight black details like the wedding favor boxes and the black Calla lily bouquet, bring the darkness of the night sky. Make sure to brighten it back up with lots of bling!



Credits (Clockwise from upper left) - Astro Star Lamp, projects the heavens right into the room; Sisterhood Necklace, the constellation of Pleiades, or the seven sisters is a perfect bridesmaids gift; Goddess Gown; Star Covered Draped Ceiling, echo the night sky with hundred of fairy lights; Midnight Black Favor Boxes, go for the blackest of black; Black Calla Lily Bouquet, love the touch of bling in the wrap; SPARKLERS!, enough said; Wine Bottle Candles, unique and eco-friendly and what a way to drop some jaws!

Feeling Green!

Spent the afternoon planting lavender and daisy seeds for my centerpieces for my own wedding. A much greener option than cut flowers and Brook and I can plant them in our garden after the wedding and be reminded of our wedding day when they bloom year after year! Now let's just cross our fingers that I don't kill them before the wedding. I have already over watered the daisies and had to try and soak up the excess with towels. I don't have the greenest thumb but luckily I haven't killed a plant yet.

Green Wedding Dresses!

Ok so I don't mean green as in the color though there is something quite fetching about the idea of a bride gliding down the aisle in a beautiful emerald green gown. Kind of makes me think of something Arwen of Lord of the Ring would wear. Did she ever even wear green?

Anyway, back on topic! These stunning gowns by Chris Cole are every bit as elegant as a gown made of satin or organza yet all made of natural fibers like cotton, silk, and linen. There is a style to fit every bride, from classic to vintage, edgy to bohemian, so you can look amazing while still being kind to Mother Earth!

Click here to view all the gowns.

Sunny Days, Sweeping the Clouds Away

I am truely loving this warm weather we have been having the past couple days! Perhaps I am rushing it a bit, as it is barely spring, but I am diving into summer head first! Today's inspiration come from sunny days on the porch with a glass of lemonade and little kids running through a field of daisies!

Bridezilla?

If anyone accuses you of being a bridezilla, show them this!

This 1947 bride made her bridal party wear custom made dresses. Sounds glamourous, right? Think again. These custom made dresses were made of TURKEY FEATHERS! Each gown was valued at $18,000! (or $175,000 in today's dollars!)

So if any of your girls complain about their dress, tell them at least they aren't wearing turkey feather!

Wish Upon A Wedding

Wish Upon A Wedding just lauched in January! If you haven't heard about this amazing organization, listen up! Wish Upon A wedding is the nations first and only wedding wish granting organization. They produce weddings and civil unions at destinations across the nation for terminally ill individuals, regardless of sexual orientation!

Wish Upon A Wedding's first wedding will be March 13th and will join Florence and Michael! (for their story grab some tissue and click here and here!) Their gorgeous engagement photos were captured by one of the many generous Wish Granters, Stellasweet Photography, who will also be filming their wedding day.


Get involved! Wish Upon A Wedding is looking for wedding vendors nationwide from photographers to caterers to venues to help fullfill many more wedding dreams. Sign up to volunteer your services or venue.

Not a wedding vendor but still want to help? Don't worry! There are many other ways! Click here to learn how.

Do you want to have your own wedding wish granted? Wish Upon A Wedding is here to help! Visit their website to learn more about the wish granting process and who can apply. To be considered as a wish recipient you can also fill out a quick application online.

Wish Upon A Wedding is such an awesome organization that I am proud to do all I can to help!

National Wedding Month!!

So apparently I need to start paying better attention to this kind of stuff. I just found out that February is National Wedding Month! So rather than offering some special and then only giving you one day to react, I have decided to extend National Wedding Month one more month and continue to celebrate through March by offering $300 my "Audrey" and "Marilyn" packages! For those not sure what that means, check out my website. Please contact me for a free consultation!

Have Your Cake & Eat It Too!

Or have something else!


One of the top trends for 2010 is to break all trends. Who says you have to have a wedding "cake"? Now we have all seen wedding cupcakes by why not wedding pies? This is such a great idea for a casual backyard wedding or a warm holiday wedding. It really brings you back home and brings a reminder of family traditions and down home values.


Now... What about those of you who are fun loving, maybe just a little bit goofy? How about donuts? Yes I said donuts! Pile them into a tiered tower to take the shape of a "traditional" wedding cake or hand them out as to your guests as favors.


Or who says you have to choose just one? You can combine your love of all things sweet (including your fiancé) into one large dessert buffet! Have petit fours, candied apples, chocolate mousse, tarts, crème brûlée, chocolate fountain, or any other delicious favorites of you and your fiancé!

Simply, let your imaginations run wild. Just because Emily and Peggy Post say one thing, doesn't mean that is the only way!

Eco-Fetti!

Be bright and cheery and still allow for a bright and cheery planet! Check out Eco-Confetti! There are a couple different versions of this. One just washes away with the next rain fall or a quick hose down and is completely biodegradable. Another is emplanted with wildflower seeds so when it is tossed it will then grow into beautiful wildflowers!

When providing anything for your guests to throw, be sure to check with your venue first, especially with the wildflower confetti.

You can buy it here and here and here!

Let Those Who Stand By You In Life, Stand By You Today

As you stand at the alter about to marry the person of your dreams, you want those who are most important to you, who have always stood by you, to stand by your side on your wedding day as well. Well what if you are a woman and your best friend is a MAN! What about your brother who you have always been close to? Well, I guess you could always pawn them off on your groom if you want. But why? He is your best friend. Your brother. Break with "tradition" and honor your friends by having them support YOU! Here's how...

What should he wear?
Now, most men won't wear a bridesmaid's dress! (If they will, well, great! Saves you the trouble of reading the rest!) Dress your guy pals in similar attire to any attendents on your partner's side. Signify who's side he is on by using different color ties, vests, etc. He also does have to carry a bouquet either. Pin on a boutonneire that mimics the girls' bouquets.

What should she wear?
Now the same deal goes for any grooms who want to have female attendants. If she wants to wear a tux or a pant suit, that's fine. If she perfers a dress, you can match her to the rest of the girls, though this may cause some confusion. Best may be to dress her in the same color as the guys' tuxedos or suits.

What do we call them?
Here are a few title options for you:
Bridesman/Groomswoman
Bride's Witness/Groom's Witness
Man of Honor/Best Woman/Best Lady
Honor Attendant
Friend of Honor
Bride's Attendant/Groom's Attendant *This is my favorite! It works for everyone!

Now, what do they do?
Just because you may have an attendant who is of the opposite sex of you, their duties are the same as the rest of your attendants. As far as Bridal Showers and Bachelorette/Bachelor Parties, this may depend on their comfort level. Perhaps a co-ed Bridal Shower?

Hope this all helps! If you have more questions, just ask! Just remember to mix it up and make sure your wedding reflects you and ALL your relationships! Don't be afraid to do things a little bit different. You aren't a cookie cutter couple so why have a cookie cutter wedding!

Cootie Catchers!

I just found these online and they are one of the new hot trends this year. Kat's Cootie Catchers have been featured in Style Magazine, New York Weddings Magazine(Summer 2009 issue), and Brides.com! They can be customized with every detail and be used as your program, menu, or just a fun way to entertain your guests with trivia questions about the wedding couple or wedding dares (Ask a stranger to dance!), or a combination of it all! Have a wedding favor that is truely different and guarenteed to wow your guests. You can purchase for about $1 each at Kat's Krafts.

Tons of Photos received today!

I got the photos from both Marianne and Jeff's wedding as well as Candyce & Justin's wedding that just happened this past Sunday. Was so excited! I had already seen Marianne and Jeff's photos but now I have my copies. Here is the link to my flickr page that has them all! They turned out great. Their wedding was so much fun and they partied all night! Thought we were going to have to kick everyone out at the end of the night!

Now, Candyce and Justin are such an awesome couple! Candyce has become a great friend and I am sure we will continue to hang out even now that the wedding is over. Their pictures are great and you can just see the love and happiness in their eyes. The dreamy look Candyce gets when she looks at Justin is adorable. You can even see the beads of sweat on Justin's forehead during the ceremony. Here is a link to a slide show of just a portion of the over 2,000 photos the photographers took.

Happy New Year!

So I am a little behind but better late than never. Hope everyone had a wonder holiday season and is looking forward to the new year as much as I am!

Candyce & Justin's wedding is next weekend! I can't wait! Candyce and Justin are such an awesome couple and have been such a joy to work with. I think I will be sad when it is all over.

Stay tuned for photos of this beautiful couple!