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Be fearlessly authentic. Bravely be you
“Authentic.” When trying to come up with a way to describe Ryan and Buddie’s wedding at the San Francisco Botanical Garden, authentic seemed to fit perfectly. That word not only fits the green and blue haired couple, but all of their guests. As part of their invite, the couple included a line typically not found…
Read More“Always dress like it’s the best day of your life”
When it comes to weddings, the trend is to focus on the bride. But, what about the groom[s]?! For this month’s post, we want to draw attention to some of the sharp looking men we’ve been lucky enough to work with. Black tuxedos used to be the norm; now, while clothes don’t necessarily make the…
Read More“January is the Monday of months” – F. Scott Fitzgerald
Typically, the start of the year and end of the year are the slowest months for weddings. Maybe it’s the colder weather, maybe there are already so many holidays happening during those months, couples don’t want to mix their special occasions. Whatever the reason, it always leaves us a bit in a lurch for what…
Read More“Write it on your heart that every day is the best day in the year.” – Ralph Waldo Emerson
As we close the door on 2024, we look forward to the new year with eager optimism. While it may seem that COVID is mostly behind us, those of us in hospitality and the event industry are still feeling the effects of the pandemic. But, with each year, things continue to look more and more…
Read More“We’ll get it done!”
That phrase became a running joke between me, Corinne, and Wayne. When the couple, who live in New York, first reached out in February 2024, they let me know they both had super busy schedules, so I was fully prepared to provide a little extra prodding when things were due. But, as the phrase says,…
Read MoreA Love Rooted in Nature
Ciara and Chris’s love story began through their shared passion for the environment. With Ciara’s Irish heritage and Chris’s deep connection to nature, it was only fitting they chose to marry in the Redwood Grove at UC Berkeley Botanical Gardens, surrounded by towering trees. Honoring an Irish tradition, the couple shared a quiet walk through…
Read More“Finding True Love in 11 Easy Steps” (according to Billy F)
To the envy of many, Billy was able to unearth the secrets to finding a soulmate in easy-to-follow steps (granted, they were steps he created). His surefire plan seemed to do the trick as it only took 10 steps for Rachel to accept his proposal. Over the past 12 years, the couple managed to complete…
Read More“It’s never too late for a new beginning” – Sherri Franklin, Muttville Founder, CEO, & Animal Lover
It takes a certain type of person with a certain type of heart to bring a senior dog into their lives. Knowing that they may only have that pup as part of the family for a short time no doubt pulls at the heartstrings, but giving a dog the best during their latter years is…
Read More“Hahahaha, my friends think they are hilarious”
That was my favorite email from the groom, it doesn’t even matter if you have no idea what he’s talking about. Lydia and Drew were such a joy to work with! The couple married earlier in the year at a civil ceremony but still wanted the party to share the celebration with friends and family.…
Read MoreThe plural of LEGO is LEGO
The plural of sheep is sheep, of jeans is jeans, and, apparently, of Lego is Lego. Grace and Paul met on a dating app shortly before the start of the pandemic and wound up getting to know one another by sheltering-in-place together. During their vows, Paul shared his appreciation for Grace’s attention, “when you talk…
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