Wedding Wednesday: Fun placecards!

One of our favorite companies to order from is Moo and here they are paired with a reception essential! Moo products are high quality and we love the look and feel of their cards.

Here a bride has used their mini cards to make her place cards:


Cute right?? Check out their website to get the how to: Moo Cards

Also! Use this code: Q6B6NQ to get 20% off your order. It's only valid until 11.59pm (PT) 30th March 2011 TODAY- so make sure to place your order before then! The 20% discount does not apply to Shipping, Rush Printing, or Logo Design.

Diaz Wedding

The 1940s was full of class and fashion to die for. The Diaz wedding that took place this winter embodied that very image. The bridesmaids were fitted in a calved length 40s black gown and cute bright red wedges. The groomsmen took the traditional suits and added a red tie to match the ladies. Guests arrived in their best 40s design. WWII soldiers ushered people to their seats, and 40s gangsters provided the mood music; however, outshining the red accents of this black and white wedding, were the smiles of both the bride and the groom. As soon as she walked down the stairway of the amphitheater, a bright smiled formed on the grooms face. As the bride came closer, tears formed in his eyes. It was a precious moment to see them not only exchange smiles, but also vows that will hold through their lifetime. I was honored to capture this life changing day for the Diaz's and I wish them all the best!

Wedding Wednesday: We ALL love us some Costco

The day you pick out the perfect dress....
Standing in the middle of yards and yards of tulle....
Staring at the reflection of you as a future bride...
in the middle of Costco?

We love Costco like most people, the samples, the enormous packs of TP, the $1.50 dog and pop. But would we buy our wedding dress from Costco? Knowing the frugal gals that we are, we just might! Hey if the dress is right and the price even better, we're pretty sure our groom doesn't give a hoot if it was purchased in a stuffy boutique or a wholesale warehouse - as long as we're happy, he's happy.

Here's to dress shopping, no matter where that may be! Take your girls and enjoy the day :)

http://articles.latimes.com/2011/mar/18/business/la-fi-costco-wedding-dress-20110318

Wedding Wednesday: Sweet & Sassy

One of our newest projects is the Bachelorette Boudoir Party! We're bringing a sexy new twist to the traditional girls night out!



Sweet treats....
Girly drinks...
Perfect hair and makeup...
and a studio session for your sweet heart that will make him melt!

We're pulling together all the elements for an unforgettable bachelorette party! Host it in a hotel room you've booked for your ladies or in our trendy studio location, and then go out to celebrate after the shoot already all dolled up. We'll provide everything you need to bring out your inner vixen or pin up. :)

Of course, this isn't limited for only the bride to be, book your birthday celebration, after baby body, or just a girls night out!

Wedding Wednesday: Bridal Make Up

*photos by Laurel isle Photography|MUA: Dollface Makeup

As a bride, figuring out who will do your make up is probably one of the items on your to do checklist. It's important to find an artist who will not only make you look your best but understands what kind of look you are going for. We suggest you find a make up artist who will give you a trial run before the big day so you can fine tune the details and simply enjoy your wedding day. Hiring a make up artist will help ensure that the photos of your most memorable moments show your best side.

One of our favorite make up artists to work with is Dee Dee of Dollface Makeup. Her years of experience show in the polished look she gives all her brides.

http://dollfacemakeup.showitsite.com/

http://www.facebook.com/DollfaceMakeupbyDeeDee

Araceli: Sweet Love

There are moments during the wedding day which kind of stick in my mind,

snapshots of the day which I captured with my camera but are made memorable by being there and experiencing it.

Like Rob's heartfelt toast or Mike's dedication of "Shots". I love these moments.

Araceli's videographer asked her to record a special message for her soon to be husband.

I could tell Araceli was a little nervous, but as she spoke, her love shone through.

I found myself tearing up, even though I only caught a few of the words (my high school spanish class was a long time ago....),

I could see and hear the emotion and love she felt for this man.

I love these moments.