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#1 Set Your Goals for Your Wedding

admin — Mon, 28 Feb 2011 19:50:35 +0000

Let’s begin planning!!! What do you want your wedding to look like, your vision and how would you like the outcome to be? Beautiful, incredible, breathtaking! But what does that really look like. For one bride beautiful might be the tender moments between her and her mother on her wedding day or the tear drop she are wipes off her groom’s face when she see him for the first time that day. To the next bride it might be a nightmare if she doesn’t get along with her mother or she hates when people cry. Be specific on what your vision looks like. This is why setting goals for your wedding is so significant and magical because you can have the day of your dreams. Are you crazy? Setting goals for a wedding? I set goals for my business or career but for a wedding? Yes, anything you plan should be thought out to the fine details of how you want to say your vows to how you would like your wedding night to end. You are planning a huge event, treat as if you are doing a project for work to present to an important client or a final exam that has a presentation and it will be 75% of your grade, your wedding is just as detailed as any important time of your life. You won’t get graded or lose your job, if it goes south, but it won’t be the memory you were expecting. I know it doesn’t hum romance, but it can be if you choose it to be. Whatever you want for your wedding can happen exactly or better if you plan it. Make a list of at least 100, yes, you heard me at the very least a hundred things that you want for your wedding day. (It should be a 1000 things and more if you really want a killer wedding, be greedy it’s your wedding day). You don’t have to do it all in one sitting, but once you get started you can’t stop. It’s “The Secret” of planning your wedding, but to include the things you want and watch them manifest. Remember your reticular activator? Once you write it down your brain want to find it for you, your brain likes to solve problems. You will be more tuned into what you want instead of being on autopilot hoping and praying that you get what you want or just taking what you get. Brian Tracy, a world renounced personal motivational speaker on goal setting said, “at least 65% of everything you put on a list will come true within a year”. But I don’t have a year, well get started now!!!! Okay, I’ll try it, but I don’t know where to begin Annette… just start off with something as simple as this 1. I want my family and the groom’s family to get along famously, just laughing and having a great time every time they are together. 2. I want to find my Vera Wang dress at $2,000.00 instead of $10,000.00 3. I want to have the kiss of a lifetime on my wedding day. 4. Etc… it’s your turn to write down what you want. Be sure to put it in the positive and be very detailed as possible. Share your list with me I want to read it and with other brides. Let’s make it happen, this is your candy store list for your wedding day and your life. I’ve done lists like this before and you will be surprised at the incredible things that you get just by putting it on a list. I’ve had things that I only fantasized about happen in my life. I know it sounds crazy, but it’s real. What will it hurt to try and see what happens? Some of your goals will materialize quickly and some will materialize slowly but they will come true if you work towards them. 65% is awesome compared to 0%. Autopilot is for Bridezillas that have no focus or direction, goals are for Cinderellas with dreams that come true.

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Cinderella 101

admin — Wed, 23 Feb 2011 18:58:00 +0000

stress free wedding planning

Now when I refer to Cinderella, I am speaking of the modern day educated professional, 40-60 hour working woman, college student, premed, MBA or MFA. The bride that is juggling more than just planning her wedding day. The bride that has hopes and dreams for her future. This bride wants to leave her mark or make a difference in this world. The bride that still believes in romance and the magic of falling in love. She dreams of a wonderful life. Loves watching “Chick flicks” because it reminds you of how you fell in love with your groom. This is the Cinderella bride that I am referring to. I am not expecting you to be any different than you are but allow your femininity to come out and play. You work the rest of you time to get ahead and live in this deadline, stressful, political, judgmental, sometimes negative, man’s world, 9-5 days where you have to be “ON” and be who ever “They” need you to be. This is the time to be you the beautiful, incredible, stunningly gorgeous, gifted, talented, intelligent, feminine you. Don’t let those lines cross. When they do Bridezilla is summoned to create chaos and destruction to your wedding plans. Don’t be everything everyone wants you to be on your wedding day. Use the plethora of wedding information as a guide line and don’t let it misguide you into believing that it is the truth. Trust yourself, you will make the right decisions. Remember that feeling of falling in love as you plan your wedding day and what love means to you. A wedding is the celebration of two people falling in love and creating the dream of being together for the rest of their lives. Experiencing life together, sharing life together, facing difficulties together and coming out on the other side, having the joy of children, growing old together, enjoying the good things in life together. This is the Cinderella life!!!

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Annette Yonemitsu- Los Angeles Celebrity Wedding Planner

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Cinderella vs. Bridezilla

admin — Tue, 22 Feb 2011 23:31:21 +0000

Whether it was on the Eiffel tower in Paris, written in the sky or a romantic getaway, hearing those four magical words “ Will You Marry Me” echoes the song by Miles Davis “ Some Day My Prince Will Come” and that day has arrived, you are engaged to marry to the man of your dreams. OH Yeah!!!!! You are on cloud 9, on top of the world. But you float back down to reality, now what? As your reticular activator kicks in your life becomes about the wedding planning 24/7. The need for perfection rears it’s ugly head and sometimes you can be like Cinderella and some times like Bridezilla. How do you make this an experience you want to remember the rest of your life and not one you just want to forget and beg for a “Do Over”. Where do you start? What do you do? It’s fun and exciting to be planning a wedding that most of you have dreamed of all your life, for some brides’ part of their lives and still others never really gave it much thought. You are all in the same boat, planning this event that includes more than just you and your Groom for a night out. I’ll be giving you tips, advice and some insight along your journey of one of the magical milestones in your life, the memory that will last your lifetime. Let’s make it a royal affair and not the destruction of Tokyo.

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Choosing your Bridal Bouquet by Wedding Gown Shape

admin — Mon, 20 Dec 2010 19:41:17 +0000

Your wedding ceremony is just once in your life. Your important day, where guests will come and many pictures of you will be taken.
You want your bridal bouquet to be perfect. But, there are so many to choose from. You are having difficulty choosing bridal bouquets.

The best advice to give you is to first pick your wedding dress. Then, select your bridal bouquet based on the shape of your wedding dress or silhouette.

Once you’ve decided on your dress, you can now choose your bridal bouquet. This guide below will help you…

Princess Line Dress
Just like a princess, the skirt of this type of is full. Very similar to a gown when attending a ball.

Because of its full skirt, a bouquet with volume is suitable.

Round bouquets, oval bouquets, pomanders and are all suitable.

Sheath Dress

This is a slim dress, that follows the bodyline very closely. This dress is best portrayed when standing up and most suitable for tall brides.

For this type of dress, a casual bouquet or a bouquet with a flow line is suitable.

Round bouquets, oval bouquets, cascade bouquets, clutch bouquets and arm bouquets are suitable.

A Line Dress
This dress looks like the alphabet A. The difference from the sheath type is that the skirt starts to flare out gradually starting from the waistline right to the bottom.

Since this dress compliments various body shapes, many bridal bouquets can be suitable.

Round bouquets, oval bouquets, crescent bouquets, cascade bouquets, clutch bouquets, pomanders and bag bouquets are all suitable.

Mermaid Line Dress
The curvy line of this type of dress makes it sexy-looking. The skirt flares out from the knees

Because of its stylishness, the bouquet that goes well with it should also be modern and sophisticated.

Matching bouquets include round bouquets, oval bouquets, cascade bouquets and arm bouquets.

Empire Dress
The characteristics of an empire dress is the high waistline that starts from just below the bust, right to the bottom. Suitable for tall brides.

If you want to achieve a traditional look for your wedding, go for this type of dress.

Round bouquets, oval bouquets, cascade bouquets, clutch bouquets and arm bouquets are all go-aheads.

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Wedding Trends for 2011

admin — Fri, 10 Dec 2010 04:02:58 +0000

Keeping up with new wedding trends and preparing for my next year’s brides, I came to find out that my favorite venue… the beautiful outdoors is the new trend. Also lots of details, creativity and Rustic-Chic concepts.
Whether you are into Country Weddings or not, keep this trends in mind while planning your wedding. Just add your personality and style to have an unique, fun and elegant wedding that commemorate the both of you!

Outdoor Weddings
Celebrating out in the open is so special, unique, fun and comforting! Even though it would be hard to predict the weather, having an outdoor wedding that fits your style and theme is a fabulous way to give your guests an unique experience. Not to mention that it can be easier in your pocket. The only thing is that you must remember to have a plan B, just in case the heavens would like to bless you with a little rain.

Above photo courtesy of Perfect Outdoor Weddings

Bringing Past to the Present
Vintage is definitely back! The growing trend is to bring into your celebration details that were used in the past. Create an atmosphere of evocative romance with vintage vases, flowers and light, including your ancestors pictures in the decorations. If possible, recycling your grandmother’s wedding dress will not only give you a chick and unique look but it will also help your budget. Shopping at your local vintage store for a recycled wedding dress could be another alternative.

Simple and Beautiful
You probably heard the saying that “Less is more”. It is true! Country flower centerpieces can be fewer and lower in a long table creating an elegant and sophisticated look. Also recycling glass recipients and tin cans are a growing trend to create an eco-chic and rustic ambiance, making your celebration original. Spigot jars are so in! Inexpensive, chick and fun way to provide water drink, lemonades and cold teas.

It’s All About the Details
Somehow they can’t go unnoticed. The smallest detain makes a huge difference. And this coming year, details are even more important than ever! Everything needs to be planned from the wedding dress to the last detail. The wedding color palates for 2011 are just bright, fun and you guested, vintage. They should be carefully planned. The escort cards, place cards and guest book should be original and personalized. The tables and chairs should have your touch. Planning some type of entertainment or interaction for the end of the night is always a good idea. It could be a slide show of the coupe’s life, an exit of the bride and groom under sparklers lid by all the guest, photo booth or a fun, unique and yummy late night snack. If you do not have the time or creativity for details, think about hiring a wedding planner such as myself to transform your dream wedding into a reality.

Rustic Cakes
The cake is the highlight of the celebration right after the bride’s dress. It should be beautiful and match the wedding theme. The popular styles will continue to include various tears with elegance but a touch of rustic-chic. Butter cream will replace fondant and large sugar flowers are substituted by natural flowers and sugar glazed fruits or just fun details. A wedding cake dessert table will continue to be a hit next year.

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Wearable Food

admin — Thu, 09 Dec 2010 00:28:40 +0000

For those who are looking for unique wedding gowns , these literally mouthwatering dresses, will be up to your speed. South Korean artist Sung Yeonju started her “Wearable Food” series two years ago using everyday edible items like eggplant and bubblegum to create stunning dresses and corsets. This series forces viewers to defy the actual meaning, the functionality, and the aspects of what clothing signifies in our lives. Check out full collection here

Bread gown Lotus Root gown Bubble gum gown

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Wedding Season 2010

admin — Wed, 02 Jun 2010 17:16:01 +0000

As Memorial Day weekend came to a close I popped in one of my favorite movies of all time, Wedding Crashers, and thought of all those happy couples that were about to take that the reigns and tie the knot. It is the beginning of wedding season 2010, and you can feel the excitement in the air here at Century City Flower Market. I would be hard pressed to think of anything our flower designers like more than creating truly beautiful and unique flower arrangements, center pieces, bridal bouquets, and all the other wonderful floral nuances that highlight weddings throughout the summer. So come in and talk to any one of our designers. I guarantee they’ll leave you feeling confident, satisfied, and with one less thing to worry about come wedding day.

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A checklist to help you keep it together while you’re planning life’s big get-together.

admin — Tue, 09 Mar 2010 16:00:42 +0000

6+ Months

Nail a style (i.e., big and casual? Small and fancy? Totally secret with a postelopement party?)
Set your spending limits
Make a guest list
Collect addresses
Pick the date and place
Assemble your wedding party
Send save-the-dates
Hunt down gown, shoes, and accessories
Plan the honeymoon
Start a gift registry

4+ Months

Bring in the pros: officiant, caterer, florist, photographer/videographer, entertainment, hairstylist/makeup artist
Block out rooms for out-of-towners
Order invites, thank-you notes, and other custom paper pieces
Hire calligrapher
Buy wedding bands
Sort out the groom’s getup
Decide on attendants’ attire
Book wedding-night accommodations

2+ Months

Write vows, toasts, and anything else you want scripted
Start dance lessons
Select gifts for wedding party, the perfect lingerie
Start welcome gift bags for out-of-towners
Order guest favors

1+ Months

Prep documents if you’re changing your name
Run through hair and makeup looks
Have final dress fitting
Take final guest count
Finalize catering plan
Find out where everyone’s staying
Start wearing your wedding shoes around the house

1 Week to Go

Confirm seating plan, sort out place cards
Delegate absolutely everything you can (i.e., passing out boutonnieres, mailing announcements, pet sitting)
Get your hands on your dress
Pack for your honeymoon
Gather all travel docs in one place

1 Day to Go

Start day with deluxe mani/pedi
Confirm wedding day transportation
Sort out payments and set aside vendor tips
Do a play-by-play of the wedding day
Have rehearsal dinner or welcome reception
Say your thanks and hand out gifts (you may not have time tomorrow)

The Big Day

Have fun!

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BEAUTIFUL BACKYARD WEDDING IN PASADENA

admin — Mon, 08 Mar 2010 18:06:01 +0000

Good morning dearest readers! We have a quite lovely treat for you to start off the week. So lovely in fact that we’re inspired to start every week off with a perfectly styled summer wedding shot by the very talented Marisa Holms .The details and flowers were simply fabulous thanks to the bride’s wonderful taste and Century City Flower Market.

Take a look at their fabulous photos!

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To Air condition or Not???

admin — Tue, 02 Mar 2010 17:14:13 +0000

This may seem like a no-brainer, but it’s not. Many venues charge $1500 and up for air conditioning as an add-on. Consider the following when making your decision:
Does the venue allow you to make a “last minute” decision about the AC?
How many elderly guests will be in attendance?
Is your date near one of the cut-off months (July/August)?
September Weddings can hit ‘Indian Summer’ heat waves
Where would the budgeted amount be applied if not to Air?
You would be surprised at the way different venues hold onto daytime heat. Visit your venue of choice in the evening and experience it yourself. Take along a friend who won’t be swayed by your monetary concerns, and ask for their honest opinion.
Also check the weather for your wedding at
http://www.weather.com/index.html

I recently had a late June bride who got away without air conditioning because her Reception Venue had a large out-door area where everyone could escape the heat.
Annette
weddings@centurycityflowermarket.com

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