Winter Wonderland Wedding

 Images Courtesy of Australia Entertains

Courtesy of Pearls Events

Dinner in the Dark?

Are you looking for a new "date night" or an Over the Top Rehearsal Dinner or Bachelor/Bachelorette Outing?


Opaque Los Angeles could be the place...
Just imagine, that you can not see for an hour or two, that you are abandoning vision in exchange for a new, multi-sensual dining experience.Opaque is enhancing our senses of taste, smell, touch, and hearing by abandoning one that we often take for granted – this is “Dining in the Dark”. 

Brought to you by Opaque, the dining in the dark experience allows you to willingly plunge into a world of sensitivity you have never experienced before, taking you through a journey of taste, sound and touch, all in the dark. 

Opaque - Dining in the Dark – will seat you in a literally pitch-black dining room where you will be guided and served by blind or visually impaired individuals that have been specially trained to serve meals in the dark, casually and comfortably offering guidance and reassurance for sighted guests.

Upon arriving at the Dining in the Dark venue, you will be welcomed in a lighted lounge area where you will pick from a specially prepared menu (designed by a sighted local ‘star’ chef), and we check your coat or bag as you don't need anything but your senses. Once you have ordered, you will be personally guided into the darkened dining room. Special security measures are taken to make your experience both safe and enjoyable.

For more information, please visit www.darkdining.com to check event dates, directions or book your journey. 
Parking:
Valet Parking is available for $7/Car.

Driving directions:
To V Lounge

2020 Wilshire Blvd
Santa Monica
California 90403
Tel: 310 546 7619

Holiday Party Season is Upon us...

While we adults probably have multiple "office" functions to go to...keep in mind the little ones love to celebrate too!

Nicole Wills, owner of Tradewind Tiaras sent in these gorgeous photos, along with all of the details of how she created this exquisite Sugar Plum Fairy/Nutcracker party! 

Kristi sent in pictures from her Gingerbread House Party

This Adorable Vintage Rudolph Party comes from the great minds of TomKat Studio, 

Laura Winslow Photography, Modern Frills and Pink Taffy

Checkout the Reindeer "Food" to leave out Christmas Eve

(courtesy of Tomkat Studio)

Sweet Eats

Good news! Pastry extraordinaire Melody Brandon from the popular dessert studio Sweet and Saucy Shop just opened up a brand new online store that features many of the same stylish pieces that she uses to display her own desserts! You’ll find gorgeous cake stands, bowls & platters, display domes, and decorative cupcake liners at the new Sweet and Saucy Supply.

A few personal favorites are pictured above… and I’m definitely thinking this will be a great place for Santa to shop… how about you?

Happy Thanksgiving!

I am thankful for so much this year and I am looking forward to a delicious Thanksgiving at my Mother-in-Law's house.  Here are a few beautiful tablescapes to inspire you...

A Mod Thanksgiving Table

Hostess with the Mostess  

A Kid's Outdoor Table

www.livinglocurto.com

Dwell Studio

If the Shoe Fits...

Red, Yellow, Blue, Purple...there's a rainbow of color out there.

Spice up your Wedding Attire with Shoes that really show your personality...

[Image Courtesy of Manolo the Shoe Blogger]

[Image Courtesy of Tanya Hanson]

Photo Courtesy of www.bridalcookie.com

{Photo Credits: TOP ROW: Max Studio Scent Lilac Satin by PiperLime, Jacer Blue Suede Shoes by Nine West, Faith Yellow Chigwell Court Shoes by Debenhams.com, Green Rose Satin Shoes by Debenhams.com. SECOND ROW: Nine West Two Tone T-Bar Shoes by Oli, Nine West Pink Gatier Peep Toe Pump by Kaboodle.com, Nina Electra Red Evening Sandal by Macy’s, Precious Premium Teal High Shoes by TopShop.com. THIRD ROW: Christian Louboutin Blue Satin Very Noeud Slingbacks by BlueFly.com, Johnsons Yellow Fayruz Strappy Sandals byEndless.com, Nine West Green Jojus by Kaboodle.com, Faith Fuchsia Frill Front T-Bar Sandals byOli. FOURTH ROW: ASOS Pink Premium Side Corsage Satin Shoes by Asos.com, Lavender Shallow-Lace Up Shoes by TopShop.com, Nine West Turquoise Jojus Open Toe byKaboodle.com, Red Satin Corsage Peep Toe Shoes by KarenMillen.com. FIFTH ROW: Carvela Greet Green Classic Shoes by KurtGeiger.com, Seychelles Reservations For Two Teal Shoes byZappos.com, Prada Slate Suede Petal Peep Toe Pumps by BlueFly.com, Electra Fuchsia Luster Satin by NinaShoes.com}

Dresses to Love...

You don't have to wear an all white wedding dress.  Here are some unique takes on the Wedding Dress...


Bride Quinn had this beautiful butterfly dress custom made for her by the talented Collen Quen Couture.

Kevin and Loralie were married in San Francisco and the Bride's dress was her "Something Blue".  Photo Courtesy of Flory Photo.

They called her "Mello Yellow"...what a sweet looking couple.  The Bride, Katie was gorgeous in her yellow gown by Vera Wang.  Images courtesy of Di Bezi Photography.

The "Delilah" by Vera Wang Bridal is a stunning gown for an evening Wedding.

A "Movember" to Remember

The Mo, slang for moustache, and November come together each year for Movember.  

Movember challenges men to change their appearance and the face of men’s health by growing a moustache. The rules are simple, start Movember 1st  clean-shaven and then grow a moustache for the entire month.  The moustache becomes the ribbon for men’s health, the means by which awareness and funds are raised for cancers that affect men.  Much like the commitment to run or walk for charity, the men of Movember commit to growing a moustache for 30 days.  

Fun mustaches can light up any party (or any photo op imaginable)! Give your guests the chance to show off their silly side... and to talk about it for months to come!

Let your family and friends experience the joy of the mustache....Mustache on a stick.