TLC’s Four Weddings Episode Recap: June 13th

Did you tune into last night’s episode of  “Four Weddings” on TLC?  What are your thoughts of the four brides and their weddings? What details stood out for you? Was there one bride which had a total “wow” wedding day? If you missed it, we have a recap of the episode right here:

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Who are the Brides?: 

  • Karen is ready to marry the love of her life and share that love with her two kids. Her wedding day starts with a evening ceremony set inside a banquet hall. The ceremony space is decorated with simple decor consisting of  many candles and flowers. Karen walked in wearing a mermaid wedding gown with beading all throughout.  The ceremony was personalized with the bride’s uncle officiating  personal vows were shared, and all included were Karen’s two boys.  After the kiss, the two love birds were handcuffed together as they exited the ceremony. Just adjacent to the ceremony location, the reception room was ready for the guests. The centerpieces featured vases with candles floating on top, a single rose, candles, and all on top of a square mirror.  After a buffet which consisted of sandwiches, the guests joined the couple and danced the night away.
  • Michelle a bride who is ready to dazzle her guests with purple colored details. Her ceremony is set at a church with purple details all throughout. The pews are decorated with purple bows, the alter is decorated with white and purple flowers, and greenery. The bridesmaids all wearing purple dresses with purple flowers tied with a silver ribbon. After a heartfelt ceremony, and jumping over the broom, guests enter into the reception space. The centerpieces were very simple, and the four tiered white cake had touches of bling. Michelle had a dress change, and her second dress was a V-necked short white dress with some sparkle. After the wedding festivities, the couple exited their wedding with a red sports car.
  • Megan is a bride who goes Southern with a vintage style at her wedding. Her wedding is set at an old plantation with the ceremony outside. The ceremony featured white chairs, a white alter with pink and white flowers, and a picket fence on the sides of the alter. The aisle was decorated with tin cans filled with baby’s breath hanging off the chairs. Megan’s brother walked her down the aisle and then joined her groom at the alter. During the vows, the groom’s daughter joined the couple.  After the “I Do’s”, the couple exit the ceremony and the guests go inside the plantation for cocktail hour. The reception took place under a white tent outside. The guest tables featured a simple centerpiece. Candles and baby breath flowers. The cake was four tiered cream colored with lace, and a flower arrangement on top.
  • Tamika is ready to “wow” her guests at her over the top bling wedding. The wedding took place at the famous Superdome where the New Orleans Saints play football.  Outside the Superdome, the ceremony took place with very minimal decor. A white aisle runner, crystal chandeliers down the aisle, and chairs with purple sashes.  After the exchange of the rings and the kiss, the ceremony is complete. The reception took place at the club close by.  Simple tables with rhinestone candles, white lounge furniture, and purple up lighting.  The cake table had a personalized crystal centerpiece and featured four cakes all decorated with bling and flowers. When the second line started, guests danced from the inside all the way to the outside.

A Hot Detail:  There was one detail from each wedding that stood out for me. What I thought was so super unique and personal at Karen’s wedding was the cake. Her four tiered cake complimented her wedding gown, with all the bling and other gorgeous details. I thought this made her cake very personalized and memorable.  What I absolutely loved at Michelle wedding was the second line featuring a brass band. There were purple umbrellas and lots of high energy! I thought it was something fun for guests to enjoy . Very memorable!   I adored Megan’s  bridal gown. It was a fitted A-line lace dress with a beautiful veil. It was perfect for her vintage style wedding.   At Tamika’wedding ceremony was her grand entrance. She came in with a white horse and carriage. It looked like Cinderella’s carriage.  A total “wow” factor, and perfect for a princess bride!

Who won?: Congrats to Megan for winning!  She and her husband won an all expenses paid honeymoon to Ancient Israel.  I was not surprised about Megan winning at all, she seemed to deserve it! As soon as I saw her wedding, I knew that she would win. I loved it! Her wedding did not compare to the rest. I loved it all!  While I can not account for the food since I wasn’t actually there, all the other details – venue,  bride’s dress, and originality – were owned by Megan’s wedding. I thought that every detail of her Southern vintage theme was absolutely perfect. Her flowers, the dress, the gorgeous venue, and that cake, was all amazing. Simply beautiful! Great job Megan!  So how did the other three brides score? Tamika came in second, Michelle in third, and Karen in fourth. Were you surprised by the results?  Love to hear from you, so please share!

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Sneak Peek of TLC’s “I Found the Gown” Episode: June 14th

Fridays are the best because it is almost time for the weekend, which makes me very happy! What also makes me jump for joy is the sneak peak of tonight’s episode of TLC’s, “I Found the Gown”. This show is amazing and full of surprises. If you have not ever seen the show, well let me tell you all about it, and hopefully you will get hooked just like I did. This show features a lovely married couple, Rick and Leslie DeAngelo who own VOWS, a discount bridal boutique in Boston, Massachusetts.  They provide brides high-end designer gowns with very affordable price tags. Selling these deeply discounted bridal gowns for 50-80% off retail is no easy task. Rick and Leslie search high and low in factory attics, boutique back rooms, and department store warehouses across the world to score these sought-after looks for less. Each episode will follow their journey to find these amazing treasures, and then back at the shop to share them with three brides and the VOWS consultants.

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Before you run off to start your weekend, check out the sneak peek for tonight’s episode.

On tonight’s first episode: 

  • Michelle  is an fashionista bride who wants that stylish gown for an affordable price. She is looking for a gown with a sexy top and  a princess style bottom. Amanda on the other hand, is a bride with no fashion experience, and wants to find that perfect princess bridal gown. Erin comes to VOWS in hope of finding a gown which is meant for a woodland princess. An unusual request, but will she walk away with the gown of her dreams?

On the Second episode:

  • Rachel is in search for a designer gown for a great price. She has not had found the one yet, but is hoping she will find a bridal gown which will make her fall in love!  Natasha is looking for vintage style gown with lace. She loves her mother’s bridal gown and is hoping she can find one that resembles the lace gown her mother wore on her wedding day.  Bride, Leah has a specific color in mind. She wants to find a sweetheart neckline, fitted gown which is a true bright white color. Will she find the perfect shade of white for her gown?

Tune in tonight to find out if these brides find the gowns of their dreams for that discounted price!

TLC’s ” I Found the Gown” airs Friday at 10/9c. So set your DVR’s, or watch it live tonight!

TLC’s Four Weddings Sneak Peek: June 13th

It is Thursday and that means it is time for this week’s sneak peak of “Four Weddings” on TLC. Are you ready?   If you have never seen the show, let me tell you a little about it.  This show features four completely different brides who have never met, and attend each other’s weddings with one wedding being deemed “the winner” at the end. The brides rate the food, dress, venue, originality, and overall experience of each wedding, except for their own. At the end, all the scores of each bride are tallied, and the one with the highest score wins an all expenses paid honeymoon.

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On tonight’s episode the four brides are :  A bride who wants to share her special cake with her guests, a bride who is over the top and wants to “wow” her guests, a bride who goes Southern with a vintage feel, and a bride who adores the purple colored details.  Each of these brides share their unique style and taste on their wedding day. Which bride will be your favorite? Which bride’s detail’s will you like the best? Which dress will stand out the most? What ceremony will be the most touching? Which bride do you think will win? What do I think? You will have to wait until Friday where I will provide a re-cap on this episode. All I can tell you know is that you do not want to miss this episode! Handcuffs and the SuperDome?  What does that mean? Well, you will have to tune in tonight and find out.

TLC’s Four Weddings airs Thursdays at 9/8c. So set your DVR’s, or watch it live tonight!

For more information on Four Weddings, check out the website: http://tlc.howstuffworks.com/tv/four-weddings

Sneak Peek of TLC’s “I Found the Gown” Episode: June 7th

It is almost weekend time! So to kick the weekend off, we have a sneak peek of tonight’s episode of TLC’s, “I Found the Gown”. This show is amazing and full of surprises. If you have not ever seen the show, well let me tell you all about it, and hopefully you will get hooked just like I did. This show features a lovely married couple, Rick and Leslie DeAngelo who own VOWS, a discount bridal boutique in Boston, Massachusetts.  They provide brides high-end designer gowns with very affordable price tags. Selling these deeply discounted bridal gowns for 50-80% off retail is no easy task. Rick and Leslie search high and low in factory attics, boutique back rooms, and department store warehouses across the world to score these sought-after looks for less. Each episode will follow their journey to find these amazing treasures, and then back at the shop to share them with three brides and the VOWS consultants.

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Before you run off to start your weekend, check out the sneak peek for tonight’s episode.

On tonight’s first episode: 

  • Jessica  is an LA bride who is in search for a runway-ready gown. Canadian bride, Emilia is hoping to find the perfect gown to compliment her very unique Batman themed wedding. Then there is bride, Sabrina who falls in love with a gown that may not be able to hold everything in. Which gown will they choose to walk down the aisle in?

On the Second episode:

  • Windsor is a bride who is looking for an even better deal on a specific gown she has her heart set on. Bride, Sarah is on the hunt for an inexpensive dress that can be redesigned by using pieces of her mother’s 1984 wedding gown. She wants to go with something old.  Kim is a bride who is nontraditional and refuses to wear white on her big day. Will these brides find the gown which they were searching for?

Tune in tonight to find out if these brides find the gowns of their dreams for that discounted price!

TLC’s ” I Found the Gown” airs Friday at 10/9c. So set your DVR’s, or watch it live tonight!

For more information on TLC’s : “I Found the Gown” please click right here

 

TLC’s Four Weddings Sneak Peek: June 6th

It is Thursday and that means it is time for this week’s sneak peak of “Four Weddings” on TLC. Are you ready?   If you have never seen the show, let me tell you a little about it.  This show features four completely different brides who have never met, and attend each other’s weddings with one wedding being deemed “the winner” at the end. The brides rate the food, dress, venue, originality, and overall experience of each wedding, except for their own. At the end, all the scores of each bride are tallied, and the one with the highest score wins an all expenses paid honeymoon.

On tonight’s episode the four brides are :  A bride who walks down the aisle barefoot, a bride who loves yachts, a bride who likes to hula dance, and a bride who goes for the wow factor at her wedding.  Each of these brides share their unique style and taste on their wedding day. Which bride will be your favorite? Which bride’s detail’s will you like the best? Which dress will stand out the most? What ceremony will be the most touching? Which bride do you think will win? What do I think? You will have to wait until Friday where I will provide a re-cap on this episode. All I can tell you know is that you do not want to miss this episode! Some like it hot, and some really don’t. What does that mean? Well, you will have to tune in tonight and find out.

TLC’s Four Weddings airs Thursdays at 9/8c. So set your DVR’s, or watch it live tonight!

For more information on Four Weddings, check out the website: http://tlc.howstuffworks.com/tv/four-weddings

BHL Vendor Hot Pick: Scott Cummings Music

bridal-hot-list-vendor-hot-pickThere are certain vendors out in the wedding world that just seem to really bring in the “wow” factor. Vendors like this, deserve a standing ovation. So that is why we have added this fabulous new vendor to our “Vendor Hot Picks”. This incredible vendor brings in the best of the best in entertainment with a touch of fun and class. It is this type of vendor which we have fallen in love with and honestly, will never get tired of.  All courtesy of Scott Cummings Music .  When we have had the joy of seeing some of the bands play, we can not help but dance and get our bodies moving. Whether it is an up tempo beat, or soft Jazz music, we are definitely smiling from ear to ear.   The music is almost intoxicating. Yep, it is THAT good. If you do not believe us, then check out some of the amazing music Scott Cummings Music has to offer. So get ready to dance or bob your head up and down, or side to side.  Enjoy!

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About Scott Cummings Music  

Scott Cummings Music was created to give our clients only the best in fresh talent for their weddings and events. With groups ranging from solo violin, harp, guitar and piano, to string quartets, jazz bands, dance bands and Indian Classical music whatever you’re looking for we’re sure to have you covered.

Each event is personally tailored from start to finish to fit the needs of the client. Our musicians have toured the world and performed and recorded with musicians such as Will.i.am, CeeLo Green, The American Idol Band, Mayer Hawthorne to name a few. We’ve done countless private and corporate events for the Hilton, Marriott and Hyatt hotels as well as corporate clients ranging from AAG mortgage, Brinker International, Pinkberry, to the Los Angles Zoo.

Sneak Peek of TLC’s “I Found the Gown” Episode: May 31st

TGIF. Yes it is Friday and I am super excited. Today is BrideDay on TLC, which means there is a new episode of TLC’s, “I Found the Gown”. This show is amazing and full of surprises. If you have not ever seen the show, well let me tell you all about it, and hopefully you will get hooked just like I did. This show features a lovely married couple, Rick and Leslie DeAngelo who own VOWS, a discount bridal boutique in Boston, Massachusetts.  They provide brides high-end designer gowns with very affordable price tags. Selling these deeply discounted bridal gowns for 50-80% off retail is no easy task. Rick and Leslie search high and low in factory attics, boutique back rooms, and department store warehouses across the world to score these sought-after looks for less. Each episode will follow their journey to find these amazing treasures, and then back at the shop to share them with three brides and the VOWS consultants.

Before you run off to start your weekend, check out the sneak peek for tonight’s episode.

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On tonight’s first episode:

  • The first bride is Patricia who wants a high end designer gown for an affordable price. But she has already purchased three gowns! She is a total bargain shopper and when she sees a deal, she can not resist! She is hoping to find a white, blinged out dress to meet her bargain loving heart.
  • The second bride is Sharifa who has brought in her daughter to help find the perfect wedding dress. She is looking for a gown which is sexy and sleek to show off her new figure. Will VOWS find her the ultimate wedding gown? Which sexy gown will she choose to walk down the aisle in?
  • The third bride is Christine who has arrived with two specific designers in mind. Lazaro and Monique Lhuillier. She wants to find a designer gown for a discount price.  Which designer will she go fall in love with?

On the Second episode:

  • The first bride is Jenna who is looking for a shabby chic look. She loves to find a gown with a full skirt, lace, and off the shoulder. Her budget? Well, both the bride and her mother want to spend the least amount of money on the gown. So will they find the perfect gown for the right price?
  • The second bride is Jacobi who is hoping to find a gown to meet her bohemian style. She is looking for a mermaid dress with a total “wow” factor.  Will she find her dream gown to wear at her destination wedding
  • The third bride is Heather who has arrived with one designer in mind. Lazaro! She is in love with Lazaro gowns, and hopes she can find one that she can afford.

Tune in tonight to find out if these brides find the gowns of their dreams for that discounted price!

TLC’s ” I Found the Gown” airs Friday at 10/9c. So set your DVR’s, or watch it live tonight!

For more information on TLC’s : “I Found the Gown” please click right here

Rehearsal Dinner Event at the House of Blues Anaheim

You know what has my heart in total overdrive right now? I am talking crazy mad love.  A venue and its fabulous location. Location Location Location. Well, this venue has the hottest location of them all. A location which I have been obesseing over for years.  Five words.  “The Happiest Place on Earth”. Yep, that is right.  Well, it is not inside the happiest park in the world, but close enough. Downtown Disney is is the location of this fantastic venue which offers an amazing experience. Nestled in the heart of Downtown Disney, House of Blues Anaheim offers unique venue spaces, delicious cuisines, and live music. House of Blues Anaheim is not just for concerts and dinner. When I visited and had a private tour of the venue, I was really impressed. I was not only impressed with the unique and extraordinary spaces, but I really enjoyed the food. You know I love my food, and good food means everything. However the food was not good, it was EXCELLENT. Oh and I absolutely loved the decor. I could not stop starting. A collection of  amazing art pieces and cool designs which I totally love.

Imagine your rehearsal dinner on the private patio overlooking fantastic views of Downtown Disney. If you want to be closer to the action, then you can choose to have your event on one of the two patios on the ground level.
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Now, if you really want to go all out and impress your guests, you can have your rehearsal dinner inside the exclusive space where the stage is the located. How cool would it be to have dinner while a fabulous live band plays music for you and your guest?  It would be like your own personal concert. That would make for a memorable evening.  Check out how amazing this space is! I love it! Total bliss.IMG_3593 IMG_3608

If you want to keep more low key and intimate, then you consider holding your rehearsal dinner inside the restaurant. Guess what? The colors of the ceilings change color! Yep,  pretty neat right? IMG_3673

Whatever location you choose, you and your guests will have an unforgettable experience.

About House of Blues Anaheim...

Located in the DOWNTOWN DISNEY® District, House of Blues® is a richly unique setting for corporate and private events, meetings and parties.We provide the best in live music and eclectic cuisine, for events both large and small.

All House of Blues catering is done in house. Our chefs will provide you with the ultimate dining experience! We specialize in Southern-style style cuisine however can create custom menus based on your event needs. Our founders’ passion for the South guided the creation of our unique menu. Our chef’s developed artistic adaptations of traditional southern favorites such as Creole Jambalaya and BBQ Baby Back Ribs while creating dishes like Pan Seared Voodoo Shrimp. We take great pride in cooking from scratch with the freshest ingredients served with soulful southern hospitality.

House of Blues Restaurant & Music Hall reflect our signature “Juke Joint” atmosphere, featuring a large collection of American folk art pieces including pictures, paintings, furniture and sculpture. Home to the unique Quilts of Gees Bend, some of the pieces displayed date back to the early 1900’s and been featured as US postage stamps. Photos of the women who created their original quilts are displayed next to their work.

From commemorative co-branded House of Blues merchandise, customized gobo lights, interactive entertainment and creative decor options, House of Blues Anaheim’s versatility can perfectly complement your private event objectives. House of Blues and Live Nation bring knowledge, experience and event planning style, helping you create an everlasting special event to remember. Our in-house team can assist clients with event planning, including booking local bands, DJs or headline artists.

Weddings at the Flower Fields at Carlsbad Ranch

It is not always easy to see the long weekend go, and all the festivities, relaxation, and fun with it.  As sad as we are to see it go, we are pretty excited for the week because of all the amazing wedding details we have to share. The wedding fun is just getting started here at BHL. So, we hope to make your Tuesday morning a bit brighter with a beautiful venue we found to be pretty spectacular.  A venue which is located in the beautiful city of Carlsbad, California which offers spacious outdoor space, breathtaking ocean views, and a whole lot of gorgeous blooms. We are talking rows and rows of beautiful flowers which seem to go on forever. Sounds fabulous right? All courtesy of The Flower Fields at Carlsbad Ranch.  A popular destination spot for tourists and even the locals.  At least once a year, you will find us immersed in the sea of blooms in total awe. Every time we turn around, and in almost all directions, we find the most extraordianary colors. A hillside full of gorgeous flowers just staring with all its beauty. Spending time at the flower fields has our hearts at full swoon mode. We like flowers. OK, we admit we LOVE flowers. So, when we discoverd that The Flower Fields at Carlsbad Ranch offers a space for weddings, we could not be any happier. Our two loves, weddings and pretty blooms? Head over heels in love.  We think this is the perfect venue for the bride who adores gorgeous blooms and wants that rustic wedding feel.

Imagine your ceremony outside with the spectacular array of colorful flowers as the backdrop and stunning ocean views. Flowers AND the ocean? Yep, pretty amazing.  How about the reception? We think the lovely and charming barn is perfect. We are in love with the rustic and elegant feel.

The Flower Fields at Carlsbad Ranch also offers a varitey of food options right on site. Whatever your taste buds, they offer something for everyone. Just ask!

The friendly and professional staff are standing by to make your day picture perfect! Consider The Flower Fields at Carlsbad Ranch for your wedding event.
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The Flower Fields at Carlsbad, California, not only provides its visitors with 50 acres of Giant Tecolote Ranunculus, an additional three acres of roses, orchids, sweet pea blossoms, petunias, poinsettias and an ocean view; it sets the stage for weddings to take place in its newly built Paul Ecke Jr. Barn. March through May are the most ideal months for a wedding because the flowers are in bloom. However, The Flower Fields is open for weddings throughout the year (January – December), allowing guests the option to be wed in the season of their choice. Conveniently located in North San Diego County, The Paul Ecke Jr. Barn is nestled among a 50-acre working ranch with breathtaking views of the Pacific Ocean, making it better than any hotel in the area. It is 3,240 square feet and can accommodate up to 200 people, offering acres of outdoor space for receptions and other wedding festivities. Parking is free and spacious, providing easy accessibility for guests; and catering options are available, giving guests the opportunity to save both time and money coordinating with outside vendors. If you’re looking to make the most important day of your life the most beautiful day as well, there’s no place more fitting to throw the bouquet than at The Flower Fields.

Must Have Wedding Accessories from Lavanna Events

Good morning Sunday goers! It is a lovely one here at BHL, and we have a gorgeous feature today. All we can say is Details Details Details. Yep, it is all about those fabulous, beautiful, and intricate details we love so much. Without it, weddings are a bore right? Who wants that? Not us. We love ourselves all the details we can get. Today, our inbox is filled with the most lovely of details. All courtesy of a pair of amazing and very talented gals from Lavanna Events. They bring elegance, handmade talent, crazy creativity, and oh-so-chic details. Our wedding loving hearts could not be any happier. So before you start your day, grab your morning coffee, and get ready to be inspired!

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  • A guest book decorated with flowers. Oh, and these flowers are not just ordinary flowers. No, not at all. Do you see the gold trim around the edges? Oh my! This is a gorgeous one.
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  • Ivory & Gold Napkin Ring beautifully decorated with delicate jewelries and accessories. Probably the most lovely napkin ring we have seen. Simply stunning!

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  • Table numbers decorated with flowers. How adorable are these? We are thinking that these can be perfect for a garden wedding. Right? Yes, we are thinking it would be just the right touch.

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  •  A hand made wedding favor uniquely designed in gold and purple. Each favor holds two to three Jordan Almonds. What an elegant wedding favor. Any guest would feel pretty glam receiving one of these fabulous favors. Just so beautiful.

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  • Lace covered favor box decorated with crystals, and filled with Jordan Almonds. If you love gold, then this is the favor for you. It is the loveliest of boxes, and the lace…oh the lace is just fantastic. Classic.

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  • An elegant and chic tabletop showing off all the beautifullu hand crafted accessories including a customized menu, customized sign, wedding favor, and place card.

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  • A close up of the delicate and hand made place card decorated with Swarovski crystals. Just enough bling. Gold and crystals never looked so good on a place card.

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  • Wedding favor bag decorated with Swarovski crystal and  a gold ribbon. Inside? Some delicious candies. Do you see the flower? So pretty!

 

About Lavanna Events 

We are a devoted team of event designers striving to bring your dream events into reality! Whether you’re looking forward to the most wonderful wedding reception or anticipating a well-orchestrated business event, our designers will create THE unique atmosphere that will truly reflect you and your preferences! We will stay by your side throughout the long and often-winding planning process providing personal and honest advice. After all, planning our own weddings and events was what inspired us to pursue a career in professional event and wedding planning!As the saying goes, “It’s all in the details” and when it comes to details, nothing is more important than the accessories that ornate your special day. Accessories make your special day unique and outstanding​.

We offer our own brand of elegant and handcrafted accessories including wedding favors, invitation cards, card boxes, ring bearer pillows, flower girl baskets, guest books, bridal garters and much more. When it comes to accessories our clients have access to a wealth of options without a doubt!