As many of you know, I really love what I do and part of that is working with great clients and amazing vendors.  I was thrilled that I got a chance to work with Vero Suh(and her fine assistant, AC).  They were so fun to work with and made the day so relaxing.  It was also great to see Andrea + Jamie of Coquette Events who did a great job on this event.  Finally, how could one forget the cupcakes.  Crystal and I will always remember the kindness of the baker who brought all vendors cupcakes to sample.  Who doesn't appreciate a tasty cupcake?

California

What made this wedding so wonderful was working with planner Frances Liu of Charmed Events.  Her professionalism stands out.  Throughout the planning process, she remained focused, positive, and supportive.  Her communication was excellent and made for such creativity.  Since much of my interaction is often with the planner, I love it when there's this calm spirit and fun energy.

The photographer, Geoff White Photographers captured this amazing wedding.  One of my favorite images is of the couple with a great tree in the background.  The sun is shining.  You could never tell that it was a day in April.

Thanks SMP, Frances, GWP and our beautiful couple.

Best Thing Ever: Reception Decor

Recently I was doing some research on backdrops.  I don't know how it happened but my internet search led me to this amazing table.  I was blown away by this wall of paper flowers.  Amazing - yes.  Fabulous - definitely.  Inspiring - absolutely.  Beautiful - for sure.  Transforming - positively.

This wall was designed by the talented crews at Hartmann Studios and let me say - bravo.
Best Thing Ever.

Real Wedding: Summer Soiree

Mandi & Khoa | Asian Art Museum Wedding from IQvideography on Vimeo.

Mandi and Khoa are such a sassy and sweet couple.  Mandi is inherently kind and warm. Khoa is reserved and calm.  Together they are just perfect.   I'm so honored to have worked with them on their Asian Art Summer Soiree!!!!

This beautiful and sweet short film by IQ Videography is charming to the core.  You will love it.

Part of why this wedding was so charming and elegant was the fact that I got to work with a few wonderful vendors including Gwen Helbush of Where to Start, Alicia Slater of Global Gourmet Catering,  and Cliff Brunk the so cool photographer.

Sit back and enjoy this short story! (If you can identify me in the video, I'll send you a "sparkly" gift - Only 1 winner!)

Press: Vogue Japan

Photography from Leslie and Jeff's wedding by Lisa Lefkowitz

Thrilled that some of the floral details from Leslie and Jeff's Refreshingly Beautiful wedding was featured in Vogue Japan.

If the images look familiar, it's because some of the details of Leslie and Jeff's wedding designed by my super talented buddy, Gloria Wong was already featured in Brides Magazine.

Lisa Lefkowitz who I admire so much worked her magic on these details and I am blushing just to have a few of the floral pieces in their wedding guide!!!

Aren't all the details so clever.

Edible Trends: Biscuits Lovin' from Pink Blossom List

A week or so ago, I announced that I would be featuring some of my favorite posts from Pink Blossom List. Today, I'm featuring some of Erin's Food posts. 

Being a lover of biscuits, this article makes me hungry which is so appropriate as fall is a season for restoring the soul.  With the fall harvest, Thanksgiving, and other end of the year parties, it's time to enjoy some good eats.

Inspired by New York Times article You are Making Your Biscuits Wrong, we couldn't help but feature the homemade biscuit as our food of the week. With ingredients as simple as flour, baking powder and little milk, who could imagine that there countless ways to make them "wrong". Whether you use heavy cream or milk, salt or sugar, a fresh baked biscuit is certain to be a crowd pleaser if styled correctly.

Here is some eye candy that proves how this classic treat can be the sweetest addition to any affair, once you get your recipe perfected, that is...

Biscuits can be classic...or cutesy!

Real Weddings: Spring City Charm

"Just Married". 

More from Maria and Fred's wedding, planned by Jubilee Lau Events and captured by Sarah Peet.

One of the things I love about Sarah is her easy going spirit. She interacts comfortably and openly with the brides and grooms that she photographs. Like the final set of photos from Maria and Fred's wedding, their responses are definitely sincere and genuine. We are so glad that Sarah was able to share this wedding with the Brown Bag. Enjoy!