Tag Archives: Wendy Dahl

Orange County Beach Wedding Venue:
The Ritz-Carlton, Laguna Niguel

Posted on September 13, 2011 by Wendy

Of all of the coastal locations in Orange County, The Ritz-Carlton, Laguna Niguel is one of our favorites. You are literally right on top of the ocean. All of the outdoor ceremony locations offer unobstructed views of the Pacific Ocean. … Continue reading →

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Wedding Gown Trends from 2011 Fall Fashion Week : Monique Lhuillier

Posted on September 12, 2011 by Wendy

It is Fall Fashion Week in NYC! You know what that means…new wedding gowns! One of our favorite designers, Monique Lhuillier, just released her Spring 2012 collection. (Click on her name above to take a peek at her gorgeous designs!) … Continue reading →

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Wedding Design: 2012 Spring Color Forecast

Posted on September 9, 2011 by Wendy

Click Me To Make Me Big! Want to see the fresh new colors for next year? Pantone just released the latest palette in their Spring 2012 Color Report. Over the next few months you will see these colors pop up … Continue reading →

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Wedding Generalists – A New Breed Of Wedding Pros

Posted on September 8, 2011 by Wendy

Would you hire a chef to take your wedding pictures? It sounds like a stretch doesn’t it? Scenarios like this are rampant right now in the wedding industry. Officiants have become wedding coordinators, lighting companies are offering sweets stations, and … Continue reading →

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Cinema Inspired Ceremony Music

Posted on September 7, 2011 by Wendy

You become a sponge for all things wedding once you get engaged. It is as if your perspective shifts from the real world to wedding world. Imagine working with weddings for over a decade. Oh yes, I notice all sorts … Continue reading →

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Orange County Beach Wedding Venue: The Laguna Cliffs Marriott Resort & Spa

Posted on September 6, 2011 by Wendy

Perched above Dana Point Harbor, the Laguna Cliffs Marriott offers a serene setting for couples in search of a location overlooking the Pacific.  It was renovated in 2010 and is a gorgeous setting for weddings!  There are three outdoor venues … Continue reading →

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11 Questions That Determine What Equipment Is Included With Your Wedding Package

Posted on September 5, 2011 by Wendy

Most venues offer standard equipment to use at wedding celebrations I call “Hotel Standards.” The trick is to know exactly what is available so you can determine how much customization you need to do. Not sure what to ask your … Continue reading →

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Mocktails: Mock Cocktails For Non-Alcoholic Bars

Posted on September 2, 2011 by Wendy

Introducing…. the Mocktail Bar!  Just what is a mocktail bar?  You serve all of the fun and flirty drinks people are accustomed to drinking, just with no alcohol!  Sure they have the same look, and the same sexy glass, but … Continue reading →

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Wedding Design Inspiration Board – Crystal Trees

Posted on September 1, 2011 by Wendy

I adore crystal trees!  There are so many good things about them, I thought I should do a blog post about it.  So pull up a chair and read about my 4 reasons why a bride who likes to bring … Continue reading →

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Wedding Moments Set To Music

Posted on August 31, 2011 by Wendy

I had a friend once tell me that I’d make a great lady DJ. I suppose he could be right because I truly love music and sometimes find myself thinking of the perfect song for the perfect moment. Well, that … Continue reading →

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