Super Stylish Sunday ~ Engagement Session Gone Wild!

I know that this will surprise you, but I like to have fun. Seriously, sometimes a girl just needs to let her hair down and get a little bit crazy. But, what happens when you throw in some paint (and maybe even some booze) and bring your man with you? A fucking awesome engagement shoot! That's what!

Gotta be honest (because I don't know how to be any other way), I LOVE to work with people who like to have fun. It certainly makes my job so much easier and more enjoyable when a couple is great to work with, and rock a fantastic sense of humor. And this engagement shoot? Well, they definitely have a sense of humor!

And you know what else? The shoot? It's super stylish too. What a great idea for an engagment session! I mean, I love all of the bright colors, the natural surroundings of Mount Charleston, and the whimsy fabulousness, don't you? But, most of all? I really dig how Ayla and Jon play with each other. It's clear that they have deep connection, and I bet a superb love life too! Sorry... Couldn't help it! Anyway, enjoy the cool photographs! I hope they inspire you, bridey, to break out of the mold and let your true colors (haha!) shine through!

In case there was any question of who the groom was!

Or the bride...

I love Ayla! She's always laughing; her mouth constantly stuck in a smile...

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Fantasy Friday ~ A Shore Thing

I'm falling over. No seriously, I really feel like I'm gonna fall over. Like ass on the floor falling over... I mean, this bitch needs a break. Actually, if I had a real fantasy, like one that would actually come true (not that Fantasy Friday isn't fabulous...), then I'd wish for a FREEZE button. I really would... It would be this really lovely, hot pink button that I could push, and everything would just freeze. Just stop... Just go away... Then I could get more shit done, or I could sleep, or I could smoke a cigarette and not have it "count".

But, I don't have a fucking cool, hot pink freeze button, I'm really spent, and just need to check out. So when I saw this fab beach wedding waiting for me, I wanted to be there. I wanted to drink a cold beer, have a piece of their ice cream wedding cake and party with the bride and groom. It became my escape, and I had to share it with all of you.

Seriously, I love the Tommy Bahama clothes, the sunglasses, and the unique Cabbage Shed Wedding reception location. Another cool touch? Wild flowers for the bouquet and on the tables. Alright, enough out of me because I'm totally rambling... Basically brideys, just take this one in and enjoy... I did! 

Isn't that a beautiful shot? Can't you just feel the breeze? Just an amazing wedding dress, and I totally dig the stunning flower in her hair.

That surf board? Custom. And you know what they did with it? All of the guests signed. How rad is that?

I really like the double B... Imagine that.

Wild flowers!

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Real Wedding Wednesday ~ Retro Elopement in Vegas!

I love this couple! Seriously, I love them so much... And maybe it's because I'm a teeny tiny bit partial because I also eloped in Las Vegas, but seeing how they look at each other makes me feel like I know them! Or like I just want to be near them. Does that make any sense? C'mon! You know what I mean! Anyway... Tara and Tim met through friends, and just one year later, they got hitched! Amazing right? But, bridey, when you know, you know. Right?

The other thing I love? Their style. Tara looks stunning with her gorgeous makeup, the birdcage veil and her cool ass dress, and Tim rocks Vegas in his a fedora and suspenders. Check it out!

Look how pretty Tara is without makeup! As a self proclaimed girly girl, this chick looks hot even without the frills...  

I just LOVE Vegas. A picture with the sign is a must!

These two photographs make me happy. The emotion shining through the details is just beautiful. (Yes, BB can get a bit mushy... occasionally, bridey! Don't get used to it!)

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The Truth Hurts Tuesday ~ When the Event Planner Quits

Sooooo... I almost hesitated writing about this because it's not always a guarantee, but if you've chosen your venue wisely, then frankly, bridey, you need to chill the fuck out. What is "it"? Well, if you're not down with the ins and outs of "the industry", then it can be pretty shocking and upsetting for you, bridey, if the assigned event planner (at the venue where you are getting married) gives notice. Scary, huh? Well, it doesn't have to be...

Some brides have told me that when "their person" leaves, they feel, "completely let down" and now "they can't be sure of anything". I mean, a little bit dramatic, right? RIGHT! Bridey, you KNOW that the decision to leave a job is a very personal one, regardless of the industry and no matter the position. And we all know that staying in a job that you either don't love or have simply outgrown can be toxic... for everybody.

But, in this case, I really need you to step off of your bridal soapbox and recognize that "your" event planner (at the venue) is not deciding to leave YOU, they are deciding to leave the property.

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Super Stylish Sunday ~ A Winery Engagement Session

Seriously, thank God for Sunday. I think we can all agree that perhaps we need to rest our weary heads and relax a bit after the craziness in Boston. And I really couldn't think of a better way to do that then to show you an engagement session at a winery. Right? And as you read the note from the bride, and scroll down to check out the photographs, I hope you will see what I did. PURE LOVE. As a wedding planner, when I see couples like this, it truly makes me proud to help create and orchestrate a kick ass celebration for two people who just "get it". And Sirinya and Khiem? Well, they get it...

(And, not for nothing... I love that Sirinya and Khiem chose to have their engagement session somewhere cool; somewhere that allowed them to act naturally with each other... almost as if the photographer wasn't event there. Know what I mean, bridey?)

From Sirinya, the bride: We met over 10 years ago through mutual friends but didn't start dating until a couple of years later. We were always attracted to each other but hesitant because we've been friends for so long. In October of 2005, we decided to break the seal and went on our first date to a Dodger game. I knew Khiem was a keeper when he bought me a beer, garlic fries and my very first Dodger dog. We soon made it official on January 5th, 2006.

The more time we spent together creating new life experiences, the deeper we fell in love. We both have a passion for food and traveling, soon becoming partners in crime everywhere we went. Khiem always likes to surprise me and recently bought tickets to the Jason Mraz concert on my birthday. The night was perfect! We drank wine, we sang and danced until the very last song. Moments like these are ones that we cherish the most and we're so excited to spend the rest of our time by each other's side.

I love this photograph. Seriously, it's as if they are the only two in the place! Nothing else matters... just them.

I need these wine glasses.

I have to admit, for some reason, seeing empty wine glasses makes be a teeny, tiny bit jealous at the moment... 

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