Lakewood Wedding
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The Daily PetalSarinya was amazing! She has all of the qualities you want in a wedding vendor. I met with her a few months before my wedding and she was sweet, creative, and very flexible. By email she always responded quickly. I didn’t have a large budget for flowers, but I did not want to skimp on bouquets since they are always in the pictures. Sarinya created our beautiful bouquets for us, as well as a large manzanita tree for our reception. All of them came out amazing and they were delivered on time with no problem. At first I was unsure of what I wanted in terms of style, but she gave me many ideas to choose from. She was very understanding and willing to stay within my budget. I received countless compliments on my bouquet and I would recommend her to anyone.
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My Life Media DJ ServicesJim was very easy to work with and was willing to meet us wherever to accomodate our schedules. He was also very great on pricing and has a really cool future to pay online as well as request music online. The only thing is when announcing us at the reception, he mispronounced my husband's last name wrong. He also plaid a few songs that was on our "Do Not Play" list, i.e. country music and some of the tacky ones and started a congo line. There were also a couple songs that we requested to play and he didn't, but he got the most important ones right. He's a great option for the cost and for being a low-key DJ, but make sure he knows how to pronounce your name and make sure you go over the playlist right before the wedding.
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Lifestyles CateringLifestyles catering was wonderful! The food was delicious, as I'm still receiving compliments from friends and family, and the staff was fantastic. Kari was our main contact with the company and she was more than helpful with everything. The reception went smoothly and the catering captain was incredible! The staff checked on the bridal party during pictures after the ceremony and brought us water and appetizers out where we were taking pictures. I would absolutely recommend using Lifestyles Catering for your wedding!
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The Daily PetalSarinya is a master of her craft and words cannot express how pleased I am with the arrangements and bouquets she created for my wedding. I am not a flower person, so when I began planning my wedding, flowers were at the bottom of my list. When I initially met with Sarinya, I had a few cut outs of bouquets and centerpieces that I liked and many scattered ideas in my head. Sarinya was patient and EXTREMELY knowledgeable and with out much direction on my part, helped create the magical and romantic florals I had hoped for. I was always able to get ahold of her and never too intimidated to ask about something. Additionally, Sarinya was INCREDIBLY flexible with any changes I came to her with. A few days before the wedding my fiancee decided to add a few gentlemen to the bridal party and without missing a beat, Sarinya was able to get their boutonnieres done as well. I cannot say enough great things about Sarinya. She is professional, prompt, reliable, talented, flexible, knowledgeable and truly has a passion for her work. She is able to work with any budget and give any bride beautiful and elegant looking flowers. I would work with Sarinya again in a heartbeat!
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The Daily PetalWe were really happy with our choice. Sarinya understood our budgets constraints and worked with it without asking us to give up on certain items.
The spread on the arch was so gorgeous and classy: a real piece of art that we tried to include in as many photos as possible.
Thank you for making our day so special.
Stefania & Hayden
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anyone get their makeup done in lakewood or tacoma WA and love it? i looked at the vendors on here, not quite sure about them. ill probably end up DIYing my makeup.
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Show us your beautiful wedding venue ladies! I want to see those lovely locations!
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I am so turned around and confused about what I want - wedding planning is going find - search for a dress - HORRIBLE. Would you girls mind sharing where you got your wedding dress?
Thanks - Tara aka: sockgirl
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Can someone help me find good wording since 3 of the 4 of our parents are deceased? I hate this part of planning. :(
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What does your wedding venue look like and what is one feature you love best about your venue?????
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I just tested out my old breast pump. It was a hand me down and the suction isn't working right. I've heard rumors about $98 Medela Freestyles on clearance at Target. I checked all my Targets in my area and came up empty. Has anyone seen these? I live in SoCal.
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Lakewood Wedding Bios
this is what my bouquet will look like~these are cattleya orchids. Once my florist saw my gown, she knew these would be perfect, as they mimic the beautiful ruffled neckline of my gown!
My Florist is Cara Ewald of Blooms in
Bridgeport, WV-Cara first began her training at Phipp's Conservatory in Pittsburgh PA, then attendeed Hixson's School of Floral Design in Lakewood OH before studying floral design under Paula Pryke in London, England. Cara previosuly co-owned a flower shop in
Pittsburgh PA before moving back to her hometown of Brideport, WV
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Here's a sneak peek of the wedding week and the ceremony! I love my maid of honor for bringing her camera EVERYWHERE!
Welcome lunch for the family and half the bridal party at Grand Lux, Beverly Center
Rehearsal at Wayfarers Chapel
Rehearsal Dinner with my Maid of Honor at Bubba Gump in Long Beach
Mark's awesome Groom Cake from Cake and Art in Hollywood
The cutest pageboys ever! My nephews holding the banner
Girls getting ready in the chapel's bridal suite
Showing off the tatts =)
Our vows
Kiss the bride!
Hubby and Wifey
Greatest freakin wedding cake EVER by Sarah Witt, For the Love of Sugar in Lakewood, CA
Candid shot at Wayfarers Chapel
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ceremony & reception: Long Beach, CA
doc: Alicia Coulter
main photography: Kristi_Klemens, Newport Beach, CA
videography: Paul_Bennett, Newport Beach, CA
boudoir pics photographer: Tressa_Lefevre, San Francisco Bay Area
photostation photographer: Cari_Hollis, Winnetka, CA
bride's pre-ceremony gown: Model Novias
bride's ceremony gown: Henry Roth
bride's shoes: Loubs and Preview
bride's custom veil: Crowning Glory Designs By Candi Merle, Brea, CA
bride's earrings: for ceremony & reception: Emitations (purchased from PW bride sandposi); for first reveal & pre-ceremony pics: Old Navy (yes, Old Navy! haha)
groom's tux & gm wear: Bellflower Suit Outlet, Bellflower, CA
his shoes: Nike Air Jordans
bridesmaid's dresses: Ralph Lauren and Jones New York, purchased from Ross and Dress Barn respectively (all bridesmaids wore different kneelength dresses in black)
flowergirl dresses: Target (part of their Holiday Dress Line)
cupcakes: Frosted_Cupcakery, Long Beach, CA
DJ: Dean Henderson, Royal Entertainment
makeup artist: Susie_Chhour, Westwood, CA
first set invitation, map, and monogram design: Design_Illustration_By_Alex, Lakewood, CA
first set of invitation letterpress by: TheAerialistPress
honeymoon travel: Uniglobe Executive Travel, Phillip Powell, Liesure Travel Mgr, Stevenson Ranch, CA
2nd set invitations / menus / programs: DIY using MS word, Wedding DNA ; cardstock & envelopes: Stardream from Paper and More
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REHEARSAL / REHEARSAL DINNER:
dress:
earrings: silver hoops from emitations
shoes:
rehearsal dinner: p.f. changs, long beach, ca
makeup & hair: DIY; makeup used: smashbox HD, MAC eyeshadow, blush, lipgloss
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The adult only reception will be held at the Lakewood Ranch Country Club Ballroom at 7:00 pm.
Cocktail hour will be held on the Balcony pictured below.
The Bridesmaids and I will get ready for the ceremony in the Bridal Suite pictured below. Isn't the "Romeo & Juliet" Balcony which overlooks the foyer adorable?!
The Ballroom.
Facility Layout.
Reception Images found here
The DJ for the Reception is John Strandberg of DJ by CJ. He DJ's for Jordan Sparks when she is in Tampa. His equipment set-up complete with projector screen which will show a slideshow of us during dinner and music videos to accompany popular songs when it's time to get our groove on later in the night.
DJ Images found here
The Reception food and menu's are listed below. Doesn't it look yummy:)
Cocktail Reception
Tray Passed Hors D'oeuvres
Assorted Mini Quiche
Fresh Mozzarella, Basil and Tomato Bruschetta
Pot Sticker Dumplings with Thai Chili Sauce
Chicken and Grape Salad in a Belgian Endive Leaf
Served Dinner
Salad
Field Green Salad with Balsamic Vinaigrette
Combination Plate
Flat Iron Sirloin Steak with Sherry Mushroom Sauce
and
Chicken Breast with Fried Capers, Lemon Beurre Blanc
Truffle Mashed Potatoes
Seasonal Vegetables
Vegetarian Alternative
Portabella Mushroom Napoleon with Wilted Spinach, Tomato, Zucchini, Squash, Roasted Red Peppers Coulis
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Will be celebrating 20years of marriage 5/27/15 renewing vows Memorial Day Weekend 2015 with friends and family in a formal setting in New Jersey but possible location could be either Philadelphia or remote in Puerto Rico. Have four years to blames will decide in two years as I will be planning a black, royal purple, gold wedding our church colors we are the Pastors of Lakewood Church of God in Lakewood NJ.
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