Wednesday, September 16, 2009

Engagement Photos in New York City

We posted earlier about Gigi and Billy's wedding which will be happening this weekend at the Four Season's Biltmore. Melissa Musgrove will be photographing this amazing wedding we have been working on since March of this year. Gigi and Billy flew Melissa back to New York to do their engagement shots, since that is the city they live in, and where they fell in love! We cannot wait to post all the details for you soon.

Wednesday, September 2, 2009

Amazing Rehearsal Dinner at the San Ysidro Ranch

I had the pleasure of helping my client plan four events in 24 hours~ we began a month ago, and the results were amazing at each event. This client was thrilled! I helped design the rehearsal dinner which was the fourth event at the beautiful San Ysidro Ranch. The colors we did looked stunning in the wine room and garden. Rentals were from Classic Party Rentals, Laura of Cody Floral Design did the florals for me. They included thistles, artichokes, fresh peaches and stunning roses! Dwight Kennedy provided the musical entertainment with wonderful flute and guitar. Lazaro Designs Tracy worked with me and we did both the invites, and the beautiful placecard menus for this event.

Tuesday, August 25, 2009

Exclusive New Location ~ Vista del Mar


This stunning private estate is a La Fete exclusive ~ call us for booking details!


Saturday, August 22, 2009

No such thing as Day of Planner!


I am so proud and honored to have my beautiful daughter Kaitlin be in my company! She is beyond a mother's dream of a daughter...I have experienced so many amazing compliments about her joy, kindness, and talent at being a wedding planner. We have a blast doing this together, and alone she is amazing!

We want to let our clients know that there is no such thing as a "day of" wedding coordination. Not sure where that term came from. We offer both full service and the finishing touch package. For those who have planned their events and need to have help a few months or a few weeks out, then you need someone like Kaitlin so you can enjoy your day. We promise to let it all just flow perfectly. I am ecstatic to have her work along side me for our larger events. If you need a full service planner and you're on a budget Kaitlin is the one to have...she is terrific with detail and decor. It is wonderful to hear your own daughter say, " I have learned from the best!" It is an honor and a thrill to have her on our team with La Fete!

Wednesday, August 19, 2009

Creative inspiration for Gigi and Billy's wedding~

Gigi has amazing taste...the Loggia Ballroom at the Four Seasons with added fabric draped ceiling, candle walls around the edges and cozy vignettes are sure to wow her guests attending this wedding next month. The white dance floor bordered in black and their names in lights for just the added touch. We cannot wait to see this event come together!

Thursday, August 6, 2009

Chosen one of Top SoCal Wedding Planners~

We are honored to be chosen as one of Southern California's Top Wedding Planners by Junebug. Please check out the link here.

This beautiful planning site has wonderful tools and amazing "Real Weddings" ~ we will be featuring some very soon!

Saturday, July 18, 2009

Jennifer & Jeremy~Perfect June 6th Wedding!




















When I first met Jennifer and her parents, it was an instant connection...she loved the garden style wedding we had done for Lily and John, which was featured in Martha Stewart Weddings Magazine. She loved all the beautiful Spring flowers, and pink and green were her favorite color combinations. The florals were done by Cody Floral Brian and Brady at bb photography captured the joy on their faces all day long! The location and ocean views from the Mariposa Garden at the Four Seasons were stunning, and Maria Axiotis the catering manager was superb in organizing all the catering details. Crumbs did the grooms cake, since he loved playing volleyball. Tracy from Lazaro Design did the menus and favor/escorts for us...inside was a chocolate starfish!

"Thanks so much again for everything! I couldn't have asked for a more beautiful wedding". I cannot wait to see the photos...Jennifer & Jeremy, bride and groom.

"You certainly were the perfect wedding coordinator-I'm so glad I purchased that copy of "Martha Stewart Weddings" that listed your name! Thanks for finding great vendors, your attention to detail in creating beautiful tablescapes and your
kindness to Jenny, John and me."

We will miss you!
Dana, Mother of the Bride

Sunday, May 17, 2009

New Location~Almenara







This charming Italian Style Villa is perfect for your wedding or after wedding Brunch...it does have overnight accommodations. Please call La Fete if you are interested in booking this site for your next event. It is located on the East side of Santa Barbara.