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Contents 805 Weddings | 2008 Edition

Real Weddings

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96 | Shawn strub & mike kellogg Adamson House, Malibu jose villa Contents 805 Weddings | 2008 Edition

Fashion & Beauty 24 | bedazzled Beautiful baubles for the .

26 | elegant Trimmings Finishing touches for a beautiful you.

28 | power of pink Enhance the romance with the universal color of love.

30 | all the groom’s men Give your best buds what they really want.

32 | This one’s for the ladies Say thanks to your dearest friends in 805 style.

60 | favorite bridal gowns Elegant sheath and mermaid-style gowns make our short list.

104 | california couture 76 Scott Corridan’s new White Chocolate Label wedding E lizabeth Messina are inspired by—and made in—Southern California.

Planning 34 | finds Sweets, trims, favors, and more to add a personal touch to your big day.

44 | nuptial nests Linger longer at these luxurious lodgings.

50 | sweet love Flowers lend romance to these gorgeous wedding cakes.

54 | by invitation only Couture invitations serve as the prelude to a letter-perfect wedding celebration.

100 | the perfect clutch Great bouquets to lead you down the aisle in style. 100 Travel/Honeymoon the english garden 110 | travel Resources and tips for and guest lodgings.

113 | riviera nayarit 24 Finding paradise in a mostly undiscovered part of Mexico.

In Every Issue 60 14 | editor’s note

64 | point of view I Was a Male : Surviving the uncharted waters of modern manhood.

120 | the a-list Select wedding resources to help make your dream day come true.

136 | the getaway

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Dreaming of Your Wedding Day

f you’ve picked up this magazine then chances are you’ve begun PREMIER ISSUE the planning stage of your wedding. Congratulations—to you Iand to us. To you because you’re embarking on one of life’s most dreamlike journeys. The time leading up to when you walk down the aisle will fly by just as sure as how it now feels endless. As for us, we’re patting ourselves on the back because we finally completed this project, which was no easy task. Getting all this information in between the covers of 805 Weddings was quite an adventure because some of the best wedding sites, florists, and other resources are located right here. And because we live in one of the best and most scenic places in the world to have a ceremony, Hot test T he we wanted to make this guide as complete as possible. A-List: Honey moon 805’s Best Having said all that, please remember that despite what you Ha ngout Resources may have been told, planning a wedding is not nearly as taxing Great Bouquets Beautiful Baubles 5 Fabulous as you think. Big or small, indoor or outdoor, grand or intimate, Real Weddings your wedding will be a wonderful experience for you and your CELEBRATE IN guests because the day is about good times and not about stress. STYLE So use the local and regional resources in the pages ahead to help check off nearly every item of your “To Do” list. And remember on the cover: Fabulous flowers that as the details of your wedding come together, make some are the cornerstone of any stylish time to focus on you. wedding celebration, and this garden As I looked over the issue one last time before going to print, rose bouquet by Tricia Fountaine is no exception. The talented team I noticed that we’ve covered just about everything except for one of Ryan and Carrie Phillips of Ryan issue: the weather. That, I’m afraid, is all in Mother Nature’s Phillips Photography shot the image hands. But again, thankfully we live in Southern California. So for the cover of our premier issue. create the canvas that you want. Find your own style. Dream your own dream.

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Westlake Village-based photographer herself as a “an artist and mother who loves to Fine-art wedding photographer JOSE MICHAEL BRANNIGAN is a partner in David bring a little more sweetness and beauty into VILLA (Real Weddings, pages 82 and Michael Photography (www.davidmichael- the world.” She has photographed weddings 92) is based in Solvang, and he shoots photo.com) which specializes in shooting near and far, and counts celebrities such as weddings all over the world. His work has high-end weddings. The team shot Marcia Brooke Shields and Tori Spelling among her appeared in Martha Stewart Weddings, Cross’ wedding, and over the years has clients. Her work has appeared in numerous InStyle Weddings, The Knot, Modern Bride, photographed more than 10,000 couples magazines, including Town & Country, Elegant , Grace Ormonde Wedding Style, and tying the knot. In this issue are Brannigan’s Bride, Grace Ormonde Wedding Style, and many more. To see more of his work visit images of the Loftin wedding (Real Weddings, Brides. To see more of her photography visit www.josevillaphoto.com. page 88). His work has appeared in People, www.elizabethmessinaweddings.com. The Bride & Bloom, and Hello!, among many Westlake Village-based personal shopper other magazines. LAURA SAMUEL MEYN (Finds, page 34 and television costume supervisor MARY and “Sweet Love,” page 50) indulged her WALBRIDGE went undercover as a bride- Finding memorable attendant gifts just got a sweet tooth by rounding up some of Southern to-be to choose the best spring wedding little easier, thanks to the shopping-savvy of California’s best edible wedding favors and gowns from boutiques all over Southern freelance writer TORY DAVIS (Finds, pages welcome gifts for the guests—and fantasiz- California (see “Favorite Bridal Gowns,” 30 and 32). Her work has appeared in Bon ing about the flavors she would have chosen page 60). Walbridge was nominated for an Appétit and Western Interiors & Design. had she been involved in planning her own Emmy for her work on Will & Grace (which wedding nearly nine years ago (she did little included Grace’s on-screen wedding); her ANTHONY HEAD (“I Was a Male Bridesmaid,” more than request a tiramisu-flavored wed- more recent work has included the ABC page 64; Real Weddings, page 74; “Nuptial ding cake, show up, and thank her parents show Big Shots. In her personal shopping Nests,” page 44; and a profile on honeymoon- profusely). Meyn is a freelance food writer and business, Walbridge often dresses clients for hotspot Riviera Nayarit, page 113) has been a regular contributor to 805 Living. special occasions; for more information visit wedded for almost four years. His wife, Michele, www.yourownpersonalshopper.com. is a good sport who happily puts up with his Camarillo-based photographer KATIE MOOS writing career. (Even though he told her he was (Real Weddings, page 96) says, “When I was a LESLIE A. WESTBROOK (Finds, page 40) is a a CIA agent, and didn’t divulge the truth until kid I would look at my grandmother’s wedding writer based in Summerland; her favorite top- after the wedding ceremony. And then he punc- album and think about what it was like to be at ics are travel (including honeymoon destina- tuated the declaration with, “Ha! You’re stuck her wedding ... now I am fortunate enough to tions), design, and people. In fact, her recent with me now!”) Head has written for such pub- capture those pictures for future generations.” work for Modern Bride magazine has included lications as Robb Report, Shape, and Luxury Her work has appeared in InStyle Weddings, assignments on honeymoon destinations in Golf & Travel. So it’s not been all that bad. Wedding Dresses magazine, Your Wedding Thailand, Carmel Valley, and Aspen, Colorado. Day, Wedding Celebrations, and Santa Her articles have appeared in numerous pub- Freelance writer MALLORY McCREARY—who Barbara Magazine, among others, and will be lications, including Traditional Home, Sunset, designed the logo, save-the-date cards, invi- in the next issue of The Knot. To see more of tations, programs, gift bags, cake, and menu her photography visit www.katiemoos.com. Westways, and the San Francisco Chronicle. for her own wedding—knows firsthand how Westbrook edited the recently released book important the smallest of details can be. In 805 Weddings and 805 Living photo editor The Happy Couple (www.askdrbradley.com), Finds, page 42, she profiles some companies GARY MOSS had a hand in selecting all of a guide for successful marriages. that offer their own ideas for little details that the gorgeous images used in this debut issue. can make a big impact on your wedding day. Plus, he shot our story on wedding invitations Additional photography provided by (page 54). Moss’ images have appeared in Bon Captured Images by Dee, Jennifer S. Rau Los Angeles-based photographer ELIZABETH Appétit, Wine Enthusiast, and Town & Country, Photography, Mi Belle, Michelle Warren MESSINA (Real Weddings, page 74; and among many others. To see more of his work Photography, Ryan Phillips Photography, “California Couture,” page 104) describes visit www.garymossphotography.com. and Susan Dean Photography.

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STYLE | FOR THE BRIDE

Bedazzled beautiful baubles for the bride. clockwise from top left: Penny Preville 18-karat pave diamond open-scroll earrings ($6,160) from Polacheck’s Jewelers; www.polachecks.com. | Erica Courtney platinum and diamond “Jesse” ring ($25,000) from Malibu Rock Star; 310-456- 7374 or www.ericacourtney.com. | Kwiat plati­ num and diamond necklace from the Brocade Collection ($55,850) from Dejaun Jewelers; www.dejaun.com. | Spiral pearl earrings ($5,200) from Silverhorn; www.silverhorn.com. | Doron Isaak “Stone Canyon” 3-carat emerald-cut diamond mounted in platinum setting encrusted with 260 diamonds (price on request; ring can be customized to any size stone) from Moyen & Co. Jewellers; www.moyenco.com. | “Rosina” by ArtCarved round ring ($1,099 not including center stone) and wedding band ($825) from Athena & Co. Jewelers; www. athenacojewelers.com. | Tiffany “Novo” solitaire (price on request) from Tiffany; www.tiffany.com. | Single Stone’s hand-crafted platinum eternity bands from the Vintage Inspired Collection (starting at $1,200); www.singlestone.com.

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STYLE | FOR THE BRIDE

Elegant Trimmings Finishing touches for a beautiful you. By jemma wildermuth from left to right: Vintage cameos (prices vary) available at The Agoura Antique Mart, 28863 Agoura Road, Agoura Hills, 818- 706-8366. | Seven Sisters Jewelry double- strand necklace made with Swarovski pearls and sterling oval clasp ($125) available at Central Coast Wedding Center, 749 Higuera St., San Luis Obispo, 805-543- 4936 or www.sevensistersjewelry.com. | Maria Elena Swarovski crystal silk handbag ($650) available at Renée Strauss For The Bride, 8692 Wilshire Blvd., Beverly Hills, 310-657-1700; or www.mariaelenaheadpieces. com | “Muse” white satin slingback ($275) from Kate Spade, 866-999-5283 or www.katespade. com | “Pomposo” white satin pump ($325) available at Stuart Weitzman, 437 N. Rodeo Drive, Beverly Hills, 310-860-9600. | “Karolina” white satin pump ($255) from Kate Spade, 866-999-5283 or www.katespade.com. | Bobbi Brown’s new limited-edition bridal kit ($75) available at Nordstrom Topanga Plaza, 21725 Victory Blvd., Canoga Park, 818-884-7900. | Lisa Simon “Wedding Day” radiance facial mask ($83) available at Beautyhabit, 2991 E. Thousand Oaks Blvd., Thousand Oaks, 805-496-1011 or www. beautyhabit.com. | Creative Scentualization’s “Joy” eau de parfum from the “What Comes from Within” collection ($95) available at Beautyhabit, 2991 E. Thousand Oaks Blvd., Thousand Oaks, 805-496-1011 or www.beautyhabit.com. ISTO CKP HOTO .C O M/ A ngelo Mar c antonio c a m eo: C O PY RIGHT

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Power of Pink Enhance the romance with the universal color of love.

from top: Philippi sleek leather and stainless steel “Giorgio” shoe horn ($38) available at French Marketplace, 1145 Lindero Canyon Road, Westlake Village, 818-879-1190; or www.philippi-design.de. | “Orchid” woven silk men’s tie ($100) available at Thomas Pink at Westfield Century City, 10250 Santa Monica Blvd., Los Angeles, 310-843-0014 or www.thomaspink.com. | Pink cymbidium orchid boutonniere by Luna Gardens, 9062 W. Pico Blvd., Los Angeles, 310-281- 2565 or www.lunagardens.com. | Baume & Mercier “Classima Executives” chronograph stainless steel automatic watch with alligator strap ($2,895) available at Polacheck’s Jewelers at The Lakes, 2200 E. Thousand au

Oaks Blvd., Thousand Oaks, 805-230-0035 R . or www.polachecks.com. | Denisonboston S er

zinc alloy cufflinks ($65) available at www. f denisonboston.com. | Giorgio Armani’s enni timeless scent “Attitude Pour Homme” ($55) J y available at Saks Fifth Avenue, 1001 State St., h b Santa Barbara, 805-884-9997 or www. p saksfifthavenue.com. | Goldman 18-karat white gold and platinum wedding band ($889) available at Athena & Co. Jewelers at The Simi Valley Town Center, 1555 Simi Town Center Way, Simi Valley, 805-520- 3858 or www.athenacojewelers.com. boutonniere Photogra 28 | 805 weddings 2008 EDITION 2008 EDITION 805 weddings | * FINDS | gifts

All the Groom’s Men Give your best buds what they really want. By Tory Davis

These guys are the real deal. They’ve stuck by you, helped you improve your game, and given wise counsel in trying times. Once you get hitched some things will change, but this won’t: how much they mean to you. Show them some love with the gifts here—more meaningful than the usual, inebriated “I love you, man!”

For the Best Man Tune In. Everyone knows Sirius radio is the way to go. The sleek new “Stiletto 2” ($349) combines satellite radio, your own MP3 music library, and the ability to connect to Internet radio from any accessible Wi-Fi network. It also has replay to rewind live radio, a personalized sports ticker, and optional accessories for connecting in your car or office. Available at Costco, 2660 Park Center Drive, Simi Valley, 805-578-3301; or at Best Buy, 390 N. Moorpark Road, Thousand Oaks, 805-494-8370; or 2300 N. Rose Ave., Oxnard, 805-278-9555; or at www.sirius.com. Shade Up. Sometimes you’re just too cool for school. Enter Prada’s newest sunglasses for spring in acetate with a sophisticated L-shaped metal trim on the temple joint ($385). Available at 9026-Eyes, 2859 Agoura Road, Westlake Village, 805-557-2700; or at www.prada.com.

For Groomsmen Field of Dreams. This time it’s personal: Get each guy ballpark cufflinks from his favorite team. These hand-numbered squares of baseball history are made from salvaged seats from Yankee Stadium, Dodger Stadium, Wrigley Field, and others, with bright sterling silver swivel backing ($150-230 per set). Available at www.redenvelope.com. Spacing Out. The original Fisher Space Pen is awesome: It writes upside down, underwater, and in outer space. It’s guaranteed to last a lifetime without running out of ink, and can be hand-engraved. The Millennium model with a chrome and black-titanium finish ($130) is cosmically elegant. Available at Magellan’s, 110 W. Sola St., Santa Barbara, 805-568-5400; or at www.fisherpen.com. Retro Sleek. Philippi designed this thoroughly modern “Yap” stainless steel backgammon game ($160) with old-school style and panache. The magnetic pieces make it the perfect choice for taking on the road to enjoy with cigars, fine Scotch, and old friends. Available at French Marketplace, 1145 Lindero Canyon Road, Westlake Village, 818-879-1190; or www.philippi-design.de.

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FINDS | gifts This One’s for the Ladies Say thanks to your dearest friends in 805 style. By Tory Davis

Your gals have licked a zillion envelopes, held your hand, dried your tears, talked you through the jitters, and agreed to wear the you chose … this friendship is love in action. On your day, show them how much they mean to you with these thoughtful gifts.

Sweet Luxuries. Pamper your peeps with Mor Cosmetics’ “Dolce Marshmallow Bath Soak” ($22) and “Soap Boxette Trio” ($25), which both come in pretty pink packaging. Available at Beauty Collection at The Commons at Calabasas, 4732 Commons Way, Calabasas, 818-225-9424; or at www.morcosmetics.com. Classic Beauty. If it fits your budget (or the bridal party is small), why not give your maids the best gift of all: their dress! Try this timeless design from David’s Bridal: style 20325 in truffle, made of crinkle chiffon ($170). Available at David’s Bridal, 2330 N. Rose Ave., Oxnard, 805-278-2811 or www.davidsbridal.com. Rock On. The 1-GB iPod Shuffle ($79) holds up to 12 continuous hours of music. Add the super-chic Swarovski crystal-studded chicBuds earphones with retractable cord ($46) and you’ve got the perfect gift. iPod available at The Apple Store at The Oaks Shopping Center, 432 W. Hillcrest Drive, Thousand Oaks, 805-497-7660 or www.apple.com. chicBuds are available at www.chicbuds.com. Scents in the City. Bond No. 9 New York’s “Chinatown” candle ($78) effuses a bouquet of scents—patchouli, peach blossom, peony, gardenia, tuberose, and cardamom—for 60 hours. Available at Beauty Collection at The Commons at Calabasas, 4732 Commons Way, Calabasas, 818-225-9424. Cuddle Up. These cute and comfy jammies from P.J. Salvage are the perfect post- wedding loungewear. The “Donut” print has sweet treats dancing all over the cozy cotton flannel set ($71). Available at Nordstrom, 17 W. Canon Perdido St., Santa Barbara, 805-564-8770; or www.pjsalvage.com. A Thousand Words. Put a picture of you and your best friends on each side of these pretty cosmetic bags with a personal note. Toss in a sassy lip gloss and some wedding-day essentials and you’ve got a gift that’ll warm her heart each time she sees it. Bagettes creates the 4x7-inch heavyweight satin bags with nylon liner ($23, or $26 with a custom note on the zipper pull). Available at www.bagettes.com.

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exotic truffles Though Jessica Foster launched her Santa Barbara- based company, Jessica Foster Confections (805-637-6985 or www.jessicafosterconfections.com), less than five years ago, she’s already noticed a trend: For weddings favors, her White Chocolate Meyer Lemon truffles are hands-down the most popular flavor. But clients can select from more than two-dozen varieties of handmade truffles—including Dark Chocolate Chai and Milk Chocolate Madras Curry. Truffles come in personalized handmade bags that hold two pieces, or boxes of two or four pieces ($5.50, $4, and $8 respectively). “I absolutely love weddings,” says Foster. “You really get to know the client and create something that fits perfectly in their vision.” Delivery is complimentary for large orders from Carpinteria to Goleta. Brides take note: These truffles are handmade without preservatives and need to be kept cool—so they work best for indoor or cooler-weather celebrations.

A Tasteful Welcome These treats unique to Southern California make delicious wedding favors—or welcome gifts to leave at the hotel for out-of-towners. by laura samuel meyn hg

chic chocolates Santa Barbara Chocolate Co. (805-477-7682 or www. santabarbarachocolate.com) is best known for its wholesale chocolates—which can, by the way, be used to created a chocolate buffet at a wedding—but they also offer their chocolates packaged as favors for brides and other party hosts (celebrity party planner Colin Cowie is a client). Chocolates come in six-piece boxes ($5.50 to $8 each, depending on the number ordered) that can be topped with personalized labels; a variety of box and ribbon color choices is available to coordinate with the wedding. Among the many chocolates are nut-studded California Clusters, Mint Chocolate Truffles (which taste like a gourmet take on Andes Mints), and Dark Chocolate Truffles that chocoholics will savor. “We have made many wedding favors for local brides,” says chocolatier and company co-founder Jason hoto: gerard bello Vishnefske. “The peanut butter truffle slightly edges out the p m others.” For couples who want to keep things “green,” try

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cookies on demand With guests arriving from all ends of the earth, wouldn’t it be sweet if you baked cookies and left them at the hotel as a delicious welcome for those who’ve traveled so far? But if there’s one thing a busy bride needs to know how to do, it’s delegate—so dial in your cookie delivery list to the Santa Barbara-based HotCookie.com (805-564-2397 or www. hotcookie.com) and let owner Christina Gumpert take care of the rest. You can choose from six homey varieties (how about Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip or Oatmeal Raisin?) to have hand-delivered to hotels in the area, or shipped to locales further afield. For an especially warm welcome, try the one- dozen gift box for each room ($22.50), or work with Gumpert to create unique wedding favors for the reception—single cookies packaged in mini cellophane gift bags ($2.50 each), tied with raffia in your choice of colors. Why cookies? Gumpert’s motto says it all: “Because you can’t eat flowers.”

Tip: When it comes to favors and gifts, taste is important—but why not pick a treat that has personal significance for you as well? Include a card with your favor or guest box that explains the meaning—whether it’s that you like to support local businesses or because you dined on truffles on your first date—to add a more personal touch.

tony toffee Upscale toffee gorgeously packaged is the specialty of the Silverlake-based Valerie Confections (888-706-1408 or www.valerieconfections.com). Co-owner Stan Weightman Jr. recommends the company’s two-piece box ($7 each) as wedding favors, and the six-piece box ($20 each) as welcome gifts. “They’re all handmade in small batches using the best ingredients: Plugra butter, organic nuts, and Valrhona chocolate,” he says. “Instead of being a bark, as most toffees are, we enrobe each piece by hand, sealing the toffee, and thus preserving its freshness.” The flavors—among them Almond Fleur de Sel Toffee and Hazelnut Toffee—will keep foodies intrigued. And the dizzying packaging options—your choice of box size and color, ribbon color, personalization, and even a fortune insert inside each box—will delight detail- oriented brides. The toffee doesn’t need to be refrigerated, but it does need to be stored in a cool environment, so this is a good choice for indoor events, or to leave at the hotel. 

Listed prices are approximate and will vary depending upon the size and scope of your order. Personalization, tax, and shipping are usually extra, although complimentary hand-delivery is available from some companies to nearby locations.

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Both traditional and contemporary brides will find an array of page templates and color choices in Pixtorie’s photo albums.

Memories Made Easy Formal photos are a must, of course—bride and groom, wedding party, family—but wouldn’t it be great to have something more than a photo to capture the spirit of your special day? Camarillo-based Pixtorie creates beautifully designed virtual and real-world wedding scrapbooks complete with the ribbons and embellishments that make a scrapbook so fun. Upload your photos, choose from a variety of theme and color layouts, and enter custom or pre-designed captions and text. Or create a group scrapbook that others (, family, wedding guests) can add to. Online albums are free; archival-quality scrapbooks start at just under $100 for wedding albums (available in late February) and can be recreated for as DesignVary idea:the style but many people as request it. For more information call keep the colors in 805-484-9888 or 877-749-8674 or visit www.pixtorie.com. the same family for ~Mallory McCreary your page templates, as shown here, for a unique but still unified wedding scrapbook.

Recipe Swap Beautifully bound and incredibly customizable, a TasteBook is a great idea Maybe you’re marrying into a family of gourmets for a wedding shower. Each and want them to share the wealth (of recipes). guest can submit a recipe (in Or you need a fresh idea for attendant gifts: a advance) for the book, then cookbook of your wedding menu, perhaps? Or bring a kitchen item used to make the dish for the bride you’re searching for an appetizers-only cookbook, to open at the shower. or vegetarian one-dish meals, or a book of all-white foods … whatever your bent, you can custom- create your own culinary keepsake with TasteBook. erimages

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DesignLayer idea: several embellishments in different tints of the same hue (as shown on the boxes at left) to make a strong color statement. Or for favors and gifts that really stand out, pick a contrasting, instead of coor- dinating, color from a color wheel (available at arts and crafts stores). That pop of red against lime green details will really make an impression.

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Labels from a never-before-seen find, simply personalize it with a label or tag from My Wedding MyWeddingLabels.com Labels. “Orders make good conversation around here,” says founder Jeanne come in many colors and Williamson. “We guess that ‘Sweets to End the Sweetest Day’ is for candies, and ‘A designs to tie in perfectly with your wedding theme. Whole Lotto Love’ is attached to a lottery ticket. But what accompanies ‘Romance is the fuel that keeps love burning hot’? The more creative a couple gets, the more personal the result.” Elegant styles ranging from traditional to contemporary will satisfy even the most design-conscious bride; add a photo for a more personal touch. Labels cost $9 per sheet; the number of labels per sheet varies based on the size and shape chosen. For more information visit www.myweddinglabels.com.

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A Barrel of Fun At $9,000 a barrel, a private-label wedding wine from Artiste Winery, located in historic downtown Santa Ynez, could be the ultimate memento of your auspicious occasion. Winemaker Bion Rice (his parents own Sunstone Winery, a superb location for a wedding and/or reception in the Santa Ynez Valley) teaches the bride and groom how to blend their own vino. The private seminar includes wine sampling— friends, family, or wedding party members welcome—and covers the origins, history, and traditional use of each varietal. The couple then creates their wine and a unique label made from a painting they make together (using wine as paint), a photograph, or any special image or symbolic design. It’s worth joining Artiste’s wine club: The price is discounted to $7,200 for a custom barrel, which equals 24 cases of wine. Serve your special vintage at your , send each guest home with a bottle, or, best of all, cellar bottles for your golden anniversary. Châteaux Lovebirds, anyone? For more information call 805-686-2626 or go to www.artiste.com. ~Leslie A. Westbrook { front label } { back label }

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FINDS | details Sealed with a (Wax) Kiss An unbroken wax seal on correspondence used to mean that no prying eyes had seen the contents; today’s faux wax seals ensure the recipient knows there’s something special inside—like your save-the- date, shower, party, and wedding invitations. Wax Works makes custom hand-stampers (from $45) and faux wax sticks ($1.50 each) in 26 colors (including white, pearl, ivory, copper, gold, and silver). If stamping proves too time-consuming (what with everything else involved in planning your big day), order sheets of prestamped peel-and-stick seals. (Costs vary from 38 cents to $1.45 per seal, based on size of seal and quantity ordered.) Popular stock designs include initials, wedding bells, hearts, champagne flutes, and flowers, but Wax Works is happy to create a personal design just for you. For more information call 800-317-7270 or visit www.waxseals.com. Custom wax ~Mallory McCreary seals add an elegant, textural embellishment to wedding items, from invites to favors. Postage Portrait Wedding invitations are instantly recognizable in the mailbox: thick envelopes, beautifully calligraphed, nearly all sporting the same attractive, but expected, “love” stamp. Why not add a personal touch and stand out from the crowd with PhotoStamps? Think of the possibilities: a casual pic of you and your sweetie for the save-the-date card, a romantic shot for the invitation, and the perfect wedding portrait for your thank-you notes Or find an image that ties in with your wedding theme. Simply upload a photo and choose the postage amount; your personalized stamps will arrive in the mail soon after. Sheets of 20 41-cent stamps range from $14.99 to $18.99, m); depending on the quantity ordered. For more information visit www.photostamps.com. co

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t’s not necessary to have attained the country’s highest office in order The suite’s dining area has elegant hand-painted silk wall to enjoy a stay in the Presidential Suite. The luxurious and warm coverings; and while you could use the adjacent kitchen to cook pre- Iaccommodations, plus the exceptional Four Seasons service, make a wedding goodies, there’s no need to bother because a Four Seasons stay here fall somewhere between stately and utterly splendid. chef can also prepare a private dinner or send up gourmet snacks. The views from this seventh-floor suite show off the surrounding The bedroom features a four-poster mahogany king-size bed with landscaped courtyard and brindle-colored Santa Monica foothills. upholstered canopy, a high-definition plasma television, and a large Inside the 2,525-square-foot accommodations, cherrywood floors, walk-in closet. The master bathroom has a whirlpool tub, steam shower, mahogany furnishings, hand-embroidered draperies, and crystal private sauna, marble vanity, and a 12-inch flat-screen television. chandeliers provide a refined, handsome ambiance. The mahogany- The hotel offers indoor and outdoor settings for intimate parties paneled living room features handmade woolen rugs and a fireplace and grand soirees of up to 1,000 guests, plus an assigned wedding accented with an onyx hearth. Additional amenities include a specialist, on-site catering (including an in-house kosher kitchen), private bar, 42-inch high-definition plasma screen television, CD and recommendations for floral designers. For more information call and DVD players, and in-room movies. 818-575-3000 or visit www.fourseasons.com/westlakevillage. »

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he lavish Ojai Valley Inn The residence has a magnifi- & Spa is simply one of cent rotunda entryway and a dozen TCalifornia’s most breath- fireplaces. There’s also a living taking locations for a wedding. room, library, and a dining room The resort features beautiful with seating for 12. Each of the outdoor courtyards, lush lawns, four bedroom suites has a private herb gardens, and a dedicated terrace, and the home includes a wedding staff to help put together hair salon and a massage room to a memorable ceremony any time make preparations on the big day of the year. simple and stress-free. Casa Elar is the inn’s 10,147- Outside, there’s a swimming square-foot estate home that over- pool and spa plus an outdoor pizza looks the seventh fairway on the oven—just in case the bridal party 18-hole championship golf course. gets hungry before the big show. This Tuscan-style villa boasts spec- Hotel services, like twice-daily tacular views of the Ojai Valley housekeeping, are offered at the and the Topa Topa Mountains. It’s guest’s request. perfect for a wedding party that Casa Elar can accommodate up wants the comforts of throwing a to 100 guests for a ceremony and/or wedding at home matched with reception and provides on-site cater- Casa Elar boasts a pool, an outdoor pizza oven, the services and conveniences of a ing. For more information call 888-697- private terraces—even a massage room. The only deluxe hotel. 8780 or visit www.ojairesort.com. » drawback? At some point, you’ll have to leave.

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ust knowing that John and Jacqueline Kennedy honeymooned Memories of the stellar at San Ysidro Ranch is enough for some couples to consider setting and the Jbooking this classic Montecito destination. But knowing that comfortable elegance of today’s guests can indulge in even more magnificent surroundings the Warner than the Kennedys adds extra appeal. Cottage will last long past your The Warner Cottage is the crown jewel of the Ranch—a 2,200- wedding day. square-foot, single-level home appointed with antiques and draped in rich fabrics inspired by a European country estate. It’s also furnished with state-of-the-art amenities, including such high-tech goodies as flat-screen televisions, DVD players, and a Wi-Fi home entertainment system. Both master bedroom suites open up to furnished patios that provide wonderful views of the Pacific Ocean and the Montecito foothills. Inside, the rooms have fireplaces and private bathrooms with steam showers, oversized tubs, and radiant-heated floors. The private fenced yard features an outdoor rain shower, a heated swim- ming pool, and a hot tub. The San Ysidro Ranch is a site for old-world romance and modern comforts for intimate weddings in classic California style. The Ranch offers catering and wedding coordination for events of up to 50 guests. For more information call 805-565-1700 or visit www.sanysidroranch.com. 

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Flowers lend romance to these gorgeous wedding cakes.

50 | 805 weddings 2008 EDITION Opposite page: Morning Star Creations (805- 785-0566 or www.morningstarcakes.com) made this vanilla cake with Bavarian cream filling and ollalie­berry filling—using berries grown in Cambria. Photograph by Michelle Warren Photography (www.michellewarrenphotography.com). | This page, clockwise from top left: Decadence Wedding Cakes (805-686-2860 or www.decadenceweddingcakes. com) baked this classic vanilla genoise cake, filled it with lemon Bavarian cream and lemon curd, and frosted it with an Italian meringue but- tercream. Photograph by Michelle Warren Photography (www.michellewarrenphotography.com) | Layers Cake Design Studio (818-784-3918) thrills chocoholics and purists alike. First, a layer of chocolate cake with chocolate chip truffle and chocolate mousse filling; then a layer of butter cake with French cream, white chocolate chips, and fresh raspberry puree—all frosted in ivory icing and wrapped with a band of chocolate brown fondant with a design inspired by the ocean’s waves. Then Fiore Designs (818-980-6410 or www.fioredesigns. com) trimmed the cake with gorgeous Safari and champagne roses. Photograph by Ryan Phillips Photography (www.ryanphillips.com). | Morning Star Creations (805-785-0566 or www.morningstar- cakes.com) stacked up a tower of dark choco- late chunk, carrot, and lemon cupcakes—each topped with vanilla frosting. A six-inch cake tops the presentation, crowned with fresh flowers and decorated with a ribbon and the couple’s mono- gram. Photograph by Michelle Warren Photography (www.michellewarrenphotography.com).

2008 EDITION 805 weddings | 51 Clockwise from top left: Deborah James of Bella Vita Events (818-874-0776 or www. bellavitaevents.com) carried the wedding color theme through to this dramatic layer cake by LaStarr & Co. (805-642-2814 or www. lastarrcakes.com). Frosted in cream-colored French buttercream with accents of Tiffany blue, the cake includes gum-paste roses that cascade down the top tier. Layers of French vanilla cake with apricot puree and apricot mousse alternate with layers of chocolate cake with Bavarian cream. Photograph by Captured Moments by Dee (www.capturedmomentsbydee.com). | This feminine cake from Rosebud Cakes (310- 657-6207 or www.rosebudcakes.com) is topped with a bow and adorned with pink flowers— both decorations are handmade from gum paste—and it’s decorated with a textured design in buttercream. The inside can contain any of a number of combinations of cakes— such as chocolate, lemon, or hazelnut—and fillings like white chocolate Bavarian cream or whipped cream with chocolate ganache. Photograph by Jennifer S. Rau Photography (www. jsrphotography.com). | Cake Divas (310-287-2609 or www.cakedivas.com) made this four-tier chocolate marble cake with old-fashioned fudge filling and buttercream frosting and embellished it with delicate scrollwork. Hidden Garden Floral Design (818-832-4009 or www.hiddengardenflowers.com) adorned it with pink roses. Photograph by Mi Belle (www. mibelleinc.com).

52 | 805 weddings 2008 EDITION Learn the Lingo Brush up on these wedding cake terms and you’ll be talking the talk in no time.

Bavarian cream: This rich custard combined with whipped cream and gelatin is often used as a wedding cake filling. Buttercream: A traditional cake frosting that’s creamy and soft and can be colored or flavored in any number of ways. It’s made with plenty of butter—so it’s a good choice for an indoor or cool-weather celebration. Curd: Lemon juice is the most common flavoring for this pudding-like fruit spread that’s enriched with egg yolks and butter and used as a cake filling. It can also be made with orange juice or lime juice. Dacquoise: A cake of nut-flavored meringue usually filled with buttercream or sweetened whipped cream. Fondant: This smooth candy icing is rolled out in sheets and draped over cake layers for a smooth, flawless appearance; it can be colored and flavored to any taste. Fondant is an ideal choice for outdoor cele- brations, as it doesn’t need to be refriger- ated; it does have a chewy texture, however. Ganache: This luscious combination of melted chocolate and cream can be used as a cake filling or icing (it’s poured over cake layers when still warm), but the latter use should be limited to indoor or cool- weather celebrations, as ganache can melt at warmer temperatures. Genoise: Similar to sponge cake, this versatile cake (said to be named after the Italian city of Genoa) is used in petits fours and wedding cakes, among other desserts; some renditions are flavored with cocoa. Gum paste: It sounds unappetizing, but this is also called “sugar paste.” Either way, it’s made of gelatin, cornstarch, and sugar and is used to create edible decorations. Reportedly, gum-paste decorations will last for many years as a keepsake from your wedding cake. Italian or Swiss meringue: This soft merin- gue, which can be used as a frosting, is made from a gently cooked mixture of sugar and egg whites; the resulting frosting can be spread or piped. Italian or Swiss meringue is often enriched with butter for a meringue buttercream frosting. Marzipan: This almond paste can be used in a filling or frosting, but it’s probably best

known for being molded into flowers and Style in PeopleBringing Together fruits—often brightly colored—which make whimsical garnishes for wedding cakes and other confections. Mousse: Whether chocolate or fruit-flavored, this fluffy dessert is made from whipped events by cream or beaten egg whites, and often gelatin, too. It makes a light-textured filling for wedding cakes. Royal icing: Royal icing is the “glue” that AnnMarieevent production planning direction holds gingerbread houses together. This mix of confectioners’ sugar and egg whites, which can be tinted with food coloring, hardens as it dries; wedding cake bakers 818.400.6211 often use it to pipe on decorations. www.eventsbyannmarie.com For additional cake resources, turn to page 121. ~Laura Samuel Meyn 2008 EDITION 805 weddings | 53 Couture invitations serve as the prelude to a letter-perfect wedding celebration. g ar y moss 54 | 805 weddings 2008 EDITION opposite: Invitations and place cards for Margot and James’ wedding are embellished with hand calligraphy and floating freshwater pearls. From Soolip, 310-360-0545 or www.soolip.com. right: Amanda and Eric’s invitations from the Wiley Valentine Foster Collection are adorned with graphic flourishes and printed on European cotton/linen-blend paper. Wiley Valentine, 949-764-9338 or www.wileyvalentine.com.

left: Olivia and Alexander’s sophisticated invite gets dressed up with an embossed and foil-stamped flower border. The suite also includes table number cards, place cards, and personal stationery. From Encore Studios; available at The Invitation Spot, 805-777-8898 or www.invitationspot.com; and at BaileyGirl, 805-517-1985 or www.kbaileygirl.com. » g ar y moss 2008 EDITION 805 weddings | 55 clockwise from top: Lauren Beth and Robert’s “We’re tying the knot!” playful polka dot invitation suite includes a matching menu, Sugarcube Press created these as well as escort and table cards thank-you and save-the-date printed on coaster-style rounds. cards to accompany a wine- From Ceci New York, 212-989- country . 0695 or www.cecinewyork.com. Sugarcube Press, 805-340-5862 or www.sugarcubepress.com. Sharon and Ken’s invitation suite features the bride’s favorite Sienna and Charles’ “Vintage flower—the orchid—also used in Vineyard” invitation and save- the floral arrangements at their the-date postcard for their Santa elegant beach wedding. From Ynez wine-country wedding is Emily Rose Papers, 805-582-2232 from Lazaro Design, 805-861-8409 g ar y moss or www.emilyrosepapers.com. or www.lazaro-design.com. » NOW PLAYING EVERYWHERE! BRUCE BARRIOS ��� 12 TIME WINNER! ��� BEST D.J. IN VENTURA COUNTY "Brides will change their wedding date to get Bruce!" - Patrick Ward, Wedgewood Wedding & Banquets "Bruce keeps every guest entertained and part of the action - you will be sorry if you don’t hire Bruce." - Jennifer Musitano, Moorpark Country Club

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Fla-de-Dahs 30941 W. Agoura Road Westlake Village, 818-597-9375 www.fla-de-dahs.com Lehr & Black 8921 W. Pico Blvd. Los Angeles, 310-278-8182 www.lehrandblack.com Letter Perfect Stationery 1227 Coast Village Road Santa Barbara, 805-969-7998 www.letterperfectstationery.com Parchment 960 S. Westlake Blvd. Westlake Village, 805-497-9228 www.parchmentshop.com Personalized Invitations & Printing Westlake Village, 818-943-8368 The Art of Paper 19654 Ventura Blvd. Tarzana, 818-708-3352 The Stationery Collection 1470 E. Valley Road Montecito, 805-969-3414 www.stationerycollection.com g ar y moss VERA WANG BOUTIQUE ALVINA VALENTA ANNE BARGE CARMELA SUTERA CAROLINA HERRERA ELIANA BEN-ZEEV ELIZABETH FILLMORE HENRY ROTH JENNY LEE LAZARO MELISSA SWEET MICHELLE ROTH REEM ACRA REVA MIVASAGAR WATTERS & WATTERS VINEYARD AND MORE....

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FAVORITE BRIDAL GOWNS Though each bride should choose her based on her preferences and style, our favorite picks from this season’s bridal collections lean more toward elegant sheath and mermaid-style gowns versus big ball or princess-style gowns. Sophisticated AND ALLURING cinched waists with a wide belt or contrasting color sash—as shown on our cover—graced many designers’ runways and made our short list. by Mary walbridge

clockwise from top left: Monique Lhuillier ivory strapless silk organza gown with pleated tulip bodice ($3,960) available at Monique Lhuillier, Melrose Place Salon, 8485 Melrose Place, Los Angeles, 323-655-1088; www.moniquelhuillier.com. | Badgley Mischka “The Tory” Italian silk satin gown with chiffon ruching and beaded bodice ($5,930) available at Badgley Mischka, 8667 Sunset Blvd., West Hollywood, 310-248-3750; www.badgleymishka.com. | Carolina Herrera strapless lace dress with detachable skirt ($5,500) available at The Bridal Suite at Saks Fifth Avenue, 9600 Wilshire Blvd., Beverly Hills, 310-887-5509. | Cymbeline Paris “Bambou” taffeta gown ($2,760) available at Lili Bridals, 18663 Ventura Blvd., Tarzana, 818-774-9700.

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STYLE | THE DRESS clockwise from top left: Amsale sheath gown made of Alençon lace with scalloped V-neckline and bias-flared hem ($4,500) available at The Bridal Suite at Saks Fifth Avenue, 9600 Wilshire Blvd., Beverly Hills, 310-887-5509. | Reem Acra “Soft” silk chiffon gown with hand-draped Empire top and crystal embroidery ($4,600) available at Santa Barbara Bridal, 15 W. Figueroa St., Santa Barbara, 805-730-7300. | Vera Wang Bridal off-the-shoulder sheath with draped tulle train ($4,190) available at Santa Barbara Bridal, 15 W. Figueroa St., Santa Barbara, 805-730-7300. | Alvina Valenta duchess satin soft fluted gown with halter neckline and low back ($2,410) available at Santa Barbara Bridal, 15 W. Figueroa St., Santa Barbara, 805-730- 7300; or at Mon Amie Bridal Salon, 355 Bristol St., Costa Mesa, 714-546-5700.

above: Vera Wang Bridal silk taffeta one-shoulder draped mermaid gown with golden laurel back appliqué ($6,890) available at Santa Barbara Bridal, 15 W. Figueroa St., Santa Barbara, 805-730-7300.

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t’s wedding season again and things sure are different. Of course, the brides-to-be are doing what they do. And any guy Iwho has a couple of brick-heavy issues of bridal magazines lying around the house will undoubtedly be renting a tuxedo soon. Other men, who aren’t taking a bride but must still take part in the festivities, are giving their shoes a spit-shine and unearthing that dark blue suit. And then there’s that little-known third group of males that’s a true cultural enigma: the male bridesmaid. Sure, the role is getting to be a bit more common these days. But I can tell you it wasn’t always so. Some of us pioneers had to slog through the dark ages of wedding attendant experimentation. This is my story. Back when the 21st century was very young, Bill Clinton was still the president, Y2K proved to be a whole lot of nothing, and Britney art u k o v i ch Spears was only just beginning to emerge from her shy little shell. kat ie My year 2000 started with a conversation that sounded like a good song being played on an out-of-tune piano. “I would like for you to stand up on my side of the wedding,” announced my very good friend Katie. c ou rt esy o f Don’t get me wrong, I was honored to be asked, but even Katie couldn’t keep a straight face when I asked for clarification. “You ph o t want me to be a bridesmaid?” “No. Well, yes. But we’ll call you a bridesman,” she snickered. And then, as ludicrous as this sounds, I found myself asking, “Do 10 Rules for Being a I have to wear a dress?” Back then, modern wedding culture meant bridesmaids were still Bridesman women and groomsmen were still men. So when I expressed my concerns, Katie assured me that there would be a counterweight of 1. It is not your responsibility to help the bride shop for anything sorts. Matt, the groom, had asked his friend Juliet to stand on his connected with the wedding. (You’ll just screw it up, anyway.) side. She, too, would become a gender-busting icon of modern wed- 2. You need not attend a unless there are ding traditions. So when the laughter died down, I vowed to take gender-neutral activities planned. Examples would be extreme paintball, a barbecue buffet, or anything involving chrome. my appointment seriously. 3. If you are invited to the , be prepared to prove I gave my opinions on food and flowers (none were taken seri- that you’re not a spy for the bride. This proof may involve baby ously). I even memorized the wedding colors. (They were something oil and a woman named Tinsel. like midnight moonlight and peacock’s plume-de-royal, but I just 4. There is no acceptable color for tuxedo socks other than called them silver and purple.) And as the months passed I tried to black—no matter how hard the other bridesmaids beg you research my role, but it was clear that I was in uncharted territory. to wear midnight moonlight instead. Emily Post never uttered a word on the subject of males as bridal 5. It’s okay to flirt with the other (female) bridesmaids. attendants. Bridal magazines were keeping mum about it as well. 6. During the wedding ceremony, however, is not the proper time Even the World Wide Web was surprisingly empty of useful knowl- to boast about your covert work with the CIA. edge. When I asked my older brother, Mark, he could only counsel 7. There is no shame in crying at the wedding. Just keep telling me to make sure I had earrings that matched my gown. yourself that they’ll restock the bar at their earliest convenience. Taking matters into my own hands, I declined the invitation to “a 8. No matter how tempting, do not flip the middle finger to that kid day of indulgence” (manicures, pedicures, seaweed body wraps, etc.) in the fourth row who keeps smirking at you. (Wait until after the with Katie and the other bridesmaids. Instead, I begged for—and ceremony and then dump a bucket of ice down his pants.) received—the green light to attend the bachelor party. That’s where 9. Do not let anyone catch you committing rule number 8. I should have been from the start, I thought, as we ingested mascu- 10. Never try to prove your gender-preferences to the groom’s line food, drank American beer, and headed out for, uh, mischief. mother after consuming four Jack-and-Cokes.

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But the other fellas wouldn’t let me thoroughly enjoy the evening. Eventually I stopped counting the times I was asked if I’d forgotten my dress. “I’m not a bridesmaid, guys,” I whimpered. “Once and for all, I’m a bridesman. Now can I please take off this tiara?” Here’s the thing: The word bridesman is actually an antique. In the early 1800s it referred to a man who attended both the bride and groom. Over time, his service was reserved exclusively for the groom, and he was eventually designated the “best man.” The term bridesman had never been successfully resurrected, at least not to the point where it was recognizable, even to those in the wedding business. Case in point: the tuxedo shop. “So, are you an usher or one of the groomsmen?” asked the woman with sparkling gemstone eyes who stood behind the counter. “Well, actually I’m a bridesman.” “I’m sorry. A what?” “I’m standing up on the bride’s side of the wedding,” I said, squaring my shoulders and dropping my voice a full octave. “Oh,” she finally said with a grin that revealed a desire to set me up with her friend, David. “I understand. I think that’s so progressive.” Things got worse at the when I was intro- duced to the groom’s mother. “Oh really, what’s that? The head What you do on “I’m not a bridesmaid, guys,” the Dance Floor I whimpered. “Once and for all, I’m a bridesman. Now is Our Business can I please take off this tiara?” With all the things to think about on your Wedding Day, your feet should not be one of them. usher?” she asked. She thought we were joking as I explained the Our trained instructors will give you the confi dence situation for like the millionth time. To this day, that woman’s you need in just a few fun and easy lessons. laugh—like a ghoulish blast from the ninth circle of hell—still echoes in my ears. It began as a clamorous oh-you-kids-today! barrel laugh, rumbled low to a nervous okay-the-joke-is-over chuckle, and ended abruptly with a well-I-never! snort. On the morning of the ceremony, once again, I was a man with- out a country. I couldn’t hang out with the ladies, since I thought it would be especially bad luck for the bridesman to see the bride dressing before the ceremony (and afterwards, too, I suppose); and the groomsmen were having their photos taken. But when the moment of truth came, I manned up. I proudly walked Juliet to the altar steps where we parted. I joined my ladies, she stood with her men. And when I turned around I saw so many curious faces. Of course they were watching the ceremony, but I also know that some of them were grinning because they just knew in their tiny little Westlake Village s 805.495.1445 brains that we had screwed up and walked to the wrong sides. In the end, the day came off perfectly. The sun shone. The Santa Barbara s 805.963.6658 bride was beautiful. My friends got hitched. I survived. And when Ventura s 805.644.5999 the wedding photos came back, I liked what I saw. There I was, surrounded by lovely ladies, sporting a grin like that of an explorer, just back from a supremely satisfying excursion to the unknown. I www.arthurmurray.com think that, at least for that day, I really was the best man. Our designer wedding cakes will CoutureWedding Cakes make your special day complete. Call for your Private Cake Tasting appointment. Or log on to our web site to learn more.

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Four Seasons Resort, The Biltmore Santa Barbara

Photographs by Elizabeth Messina Left to right, from top: Jasmine, serene and happy before the wedding; Michael’s shoes from Zegna await their entrance; even Oscar gets the bridal treatment, in a rhinestone collar and leash made by the bride; the groom’s suite at the Four Seasons Resort; Jasmine redesigned her Vera Wang dress to show off her back: “I wanted to feel elegant and sexy;” the bridal bouquet: “I’m partial to white roses because that’s what Michael always brings home to me;” the wedding ceremony; Michael happily awaits his bride under a huppah of white roses, hydrangea, ivy, fresh herbs, and rope.

78 | 805 weddings 2008 EDITION asmine and Michael share a love of horses. They play polo and Jasmine competes in hunter jumpers, so naturally a bit of an equine theme ran through their wedding day. Held at the Four Seasons Resort, The Biltmore Santa Barbara, the celebration included two large white ceramic horseheads on display at their sweetheart table, and an elegant horsehead pendant in Michael’s boutonniere. “There was also some rope twirled in with the fresh flowers and white roses on the huppah,” says Jasmine. “During the ceremony I walked around Michael three times as a symbol of our marriage—but the huppah was tight and I really had to squeeze around him to make my circles. It was so sweet.” The couple exchanged vows on the hotel’s manicured lawn in front of about 90 guests and two dogs—Panda, an Aussie, and Oscar, a Yorkie—both wearing rhinestone collars and satin leashes made by the bride. As the waves broke gently onto Butterfly Beach and a pair of seabirds flew above the wedding site, everyone moved inside for the reception.

2008 EDITION 805 weddings | 79 The happy couple celebrates at their sweetheart table. Opposite The handsome Spanish Colonial resort provided various locations to congregate, including the din- page, left to right: The first ing room, dance floor, and a humidor lounge with couches and tables on the terrace for guests to smoke heady moments as a married cigars and drink cognac. And the highlight of the evening’s festivities was surely the Flamenco dancers. couple: “We were falling in love all over again;” Michael shows Jasmine says she knew exactly how she wanted the day to feel for her guests: “I really wanted the off his new ring; a tight cluster ceremony to be simple and intimate, but have a little touch of excitement at the reception. More than of white roses decorates the anything, I wanted people to have fun. I remember everything about the day and I recall being so happy cake table; white horseheads on the sweetheart table tie in to that it all came together just right.” the theme; the El Mar room at Their wedding planner, Scott Corridan, appeared on the HGTV show Design Star, but Jasmine says the Four Seasons: “I loved the dramatic fireplace and Spanish he brought more than just design cache. “Scott and I ride together. We also worked together on an event accents—and that it opened up for the Dream Foundation where I saw his wonderful work firsthand. So I asked him to do my wedding. to a lounge area that overlooks I really didn’t give him much direction, and he embellished the day with so many personal touches.”  the ocean,” says Jasmine.

80 | 805 weddings 2008 EDITION Rothbard Wedding Vendors

Invitations: The Stationery Collection; 805-969-3414 or www.stationerycollection.com

Wedding Coordinator: Scott Corridan, Corridan & Company Design Studios; 805-565- 9770 or www.corridanandco.com

Wedding Location: Four Seasons Resort, The Biltmore Santa Barbara; 805-969-2261 or www.fourseasons.com/santabarbara

Photographer: Elizabeth Messina; 310-779-9151 or www.elizabethmessina.com

Floral Design: Corridan & Company Design Studios; 805-565-9770 or www.corridanandco.com

Wedding Cake: Montecito Confections, Santa Barbara; 805-965-8150 or www.montecitoconfections.com

Wedding Favors: Recchiuti Confections; www.recchiuticonfections.com

Rentals: Classic Party Rentals, Carpinteria, 805-566-3566, or Santa Barbara, 805-563-3800, or www.santabarbara. classicpartyrentals.com; Designer 8 Event Furniture Rental, Santa Barbara, 800-709-7007 or www.designer8furniturerental.com; Corridan & Company Design Studios, 805-565-9770 or www.corridanandco.com

Wedding Dress Designer: Vera Wang; www.verawang.com

Groomswear Designer: Ermenegildo Zegna Boutique, Beverly Hills; 310-247-8827 or www.zegna.com

Hairstylist: Andrea Ridgell, Mishay Salon & Spa; 805-563-6700

Makeup Artist: Diane Trudeau; 805-896-4986 or [email protected] 2008 EDITION 805 weddings | 81 Carrie and Andrew on a post-ceremony vineyard stroll. Opposite page, from top: the bride’s niece, Emma, displays potted succulents that served as table decor and a take-home reminder; blue sky and yellow grasses set a natural ambiance; the couple’s personality shows in their distinctive choice of footwear; Andrew holds the bride’s bouquet of lady slipper orchids and white sweet pea. oak savanna vineyard santa ynez valley

Photographs by Jose Villa

2008 EDITION 805 weddings | 83 arrie and Andrew were married in a beautiful out- ceremony and reception received special deliberation. “My door ceremony at the Oak Savanna Vineyard in the husband wanted to be involved and we’re both creative people. Santa Ynez Valley. Amid lush vineyards, rolling hills, We had this vision of what we wanted the day to look like, right and tranquil ponds, this Los Olivos hideaway proved down to the luminarias and flowers. We also decided to keep to be a picture-perfect setting for their wedding. But don’t try things as local and as ‘green’ as possible,” Carrie says. to secure it for yourself, cautions Carrie. “I did the recipe test- That meant that the menu featured organic and locally ing for the owners’ cookbook, Fandango, and got to know them produced ingredients when possible. The reception began really well. They don’t normally rent out the space, but it’s such with specialty cocktails—Pimm’s Cups and Lapu-Lapus (a mai- a beautiful spot that we just had to ask. We were overjoyed when tai-like drink from the Royal Hawaiian restaurant in Laguna they agreed to let us use it.” Beach)—and finger foods for noshing. There were salads, Carrie is a food stylist and Andrew is a photographer, so potatoes, and other side dishes to support the entrées: salmon there’s no doubt that the tiny details of their wine-country wrapped in fig leaves with nasturtium butter; flank steak with

84 | 805 weddings 2008 EDITION Opposite page, from top, left to right: Hand-written table assignments peek out of antique soda bottle crates planted with Irish moss; the bride and groom; guests nibbled on french fries served in paper cones during the cocktail hour; groomsmen sport brown “Chucks” for a casual look; calla lily boutonnieres accent the groomsmen’s tan and brown polka-dot ties from Banana Republic. This page: Carrie and Andrew offered an array of desserts, including this banana wedding cake with cream cheese frosting from Decadence Wedding Cakes. chimichurri sauce; and three kinds of grilled pizzas. The Purcells also served three local wines: Alma Rosa Pinot Gris, Babcock Pinot Noir, and Stolpman Poetry in Red. “Everybody told us that the day was a unique time, a lot of fun, and very ‘us.’ We had about 140 guests and we were really excited that many people who we expected to take off after we cut the cake stayed well past midnight,” says Carrie. Her advice to those just beginning the process of planning a wedding is to simply have faith that it gets easier as time goes by. “The hardest part of planning is the beginning—and those are the big things,” Carrie says, who chose the date of the wedding based on the photographer’s availability. “The rest—those little details which make it so special—are so much fun to envision and make happen.” 

86 | 805 weddings 2008 EDITION Invitations Letter Perfect Stationery, Santa Barbara; 805-969-7998 or www.letterperfectstationery.com

Rehearsal Dinner Cold Spring Tavern, Santa Barbara; 805-967-0066 or www.coldspringtavern.com

Wedding Coordinator Kelly Clark, Event of the Season, Santa Barbara; 805-705-9727 or www.sbeventcoordinators.com

Officiant Matt Mills, Santa Barbara; 805-689-6026 or [email protected]

Photographer Jose Villa, Solvang; 805-688-8654 or www.josevillaphoto.com

Entertainment DJ Bill Dup, Santa Barbara; [email protected]

Floral Design Renae’s Bouquet, Santa Barbara; 805-691-1660 or www.renaesbouquet.com

Wedding Cake Decadence Wedding Cakes, Santa Ynez; 805-344-4077 or www.decadenceweddingcakes.com

Caterer Kim Schiffer, Fresh Foods Catering, Santa Barbara; 805-687-7535 or [email protected]

Rentals Ventura Rental Center, Ventura; 805-644-4496 or www.venturarental.com

Wedding Night Accommodations Bacara Resort & Spa, Santa Barbara; 805-968-0100 or www.bacararesort.com

Wedding Dress Designer Peter Langner, www.peterlangner.com; M Bride Salon, La Jolla, 858-551-1718 or www.mbrideaslon.com

Headpiece Designer Mercedes Trump, Beautiful Boutique, Santa Barbara; 805-687-7433

Groomswear Designer Hickey Freeman, available at Garys, Newport Beach, 949-759-1622; or at Nordstrom, Santa Barbara, 805-564-8770; or at Patrick James, San Luis Obispo, 805-549-9593; or at www.hickeyfreeman.com Opposite page, clockwise from top: A candy buffet included Lemonheads, Tootsie Pops, Bridesmaid Dresses caramels, and Smarties for guests to take home J.Crew, Thousand Oaks, 805-230-2697; Santa Barbara, as a favor; the couple cut all the twigs for the table assignment cards from Felix Doolittle 805-563-0373; or www.jcrew.com (www.felixdoolittle.com); Andrew’s aunt donated birch logs from her Colorado woodpile Hairstylist that Andrew and a friend built into a cupcake- Darin Jon Studio, Santa Barbara; 805-962-1884 serving “landscape;” guests dined at long tables: “I wanted it to be casual and intimate and feel like a real dinner table,” Carrie says.

2008 EDITION 805 weddings | 87 Treasure Hill Ranch, Hidden Valley Photographs by Michael Brannigan

his is how I always dreamed it. I wouldn’t have gotten married anywhere else.” That’s the way Rachel Loftin describes her choice of location for her wedding day. “TAnd last May she married Charles at her parents’ home in Hidden Valley. Named “Treasure Hill Ranch,” this 20-acre estate is an iconic California portrait, complete with a barn, split-rail fence, and horses in the pasture. The day’s events were held in different locations. For the ceremony, which took place as the sun was beginning to set over the woodsy backdrop, the Loftins exchanged vows in a beautiful garden setting. This would normally be considered a once-in-a-lifetime wedding site, except in this case it was the exact spot where Rachel’s parents had been married about 30 years prior. Such history was important on this day, also told in Rachel’s bouquet adorned with photographs of grandparents and great-grandparents who had passed away. Having anointed the day with the theme, “Love, luck, and laughter,” the Loftins had yet another playful element for the occasion—this one colored a rather distinct hue. “Pink’s my signature color,” Rachel says. “I’ve always loved the color pink. I just ran with it.” So when the 300 guests arrived at an enormous reception tent they found it swathed in pink. Cherry- blossom trees brought in for the occasion, napkins, fresh-cut flowers, ribbons and bows—nearly everything was pink. So was Charles’ boutonniere. So were the pashminas given as gifts to the female guests. And naturally, so was the cotton candy. The band and a fancy barbecue buffet were going strong from the first moment, so guests could do as they pleased—dance, mingle, eat—whenever they wanted. Rachel is a makeup artist and Charles is a distributor of industrial engines and generators throughout the Southwest. Rachel’s family’s company used to manufacture gumball machines. “So we had gumballs,”—no doubt many of them pink—“everywhere, even floating in the cham- pagne glasses,” she says. “We wanted the reception to just be a great party and a great big thank you to all our guests, so we did whatever we could do to make it fun.”  88 | 805 weddings 2008 EDITION top: Reflection of a beautiful day in Hidden Valley. “It was like we were standing on water!” says Rachel. Below, left to right: Votives hung from graceful ivy-covered arches marking the aisle and in trees around the ceremony site, creating a soft glow; even the groom’s boutonniere was pink; a kiss seals the deal.

2008 EDITION 805 weddings | 89 Loftin Wedding Vendors Invitations: Hadco, Canoga Park; Caterer: Someone’s In the Kitchen, Above: The pinked-out party 818-888-8928 or www.hadcoforms.com Tarzana; 818-343-5151 or www.sitk.com tent looked “absolutely amaz- ing,” gushes Rachel. “By the time we got there after pictures Rehearsal Dinner: Westlake Village Inn, Wedding Favors: Irish Crystal Company, everyone was already dancing.” Westlake Village; 818-889-0230 or Thousand Oaks; 805-494-9422 Opposite page, clockwise from www.westlakevillageinn.com top: Even the water in the cen- Rentals: Classic Party Rentals, terpieces was dyed to match the Wedding Coordinator: Churchill House Carpinteria, 805-566-3566, or Santa Barbara, theme; pink sweet pea bedecked the bride’s and groom’s chairs ViP Events, Westlake Village; 805-338-0490 805-563-3800, or El Segundo, 310-535-3660 at their sweetheart table; Mr. or 805-496-3160 or www.churchill-intl.com or www.classicpartyrentals.com and Mrs. Loftin’s as man and wife; “Vivien Leigh” Photographer: Michael Brannigan, Wedding Dress Designer: bridesmaid dresses from Siri Westlake Village; 805-418-9868 or Vera Wang; www.verawang.com (www.siriinc.com); the floral www.davidmichaelphoto.com arch from the ceremony high- Wedding Night Accommodations: lights the cake, accented with Floral Design: Fleur De Liz, Sherman Oaks; pink peonies and topped with a Westlake Village Inn, Westlake Village; Waterford crystal horseshoe. 818-907-5442 or www.fleurdelizevents.com 818-889-0230 or www.westlakevillageinn.com

Wedding Cake: Bread Basket Cake Company, Camarillo; 805-482-1337 or www.breadbasketcake.com “We wanted the reception to just be a great party and a great big thank you to all our guests, so we did whatever we could do to make it fun.”

90 | 805 weddings 2008 EDITION 2008 EDITION 805 weddings | 91 92 | 805 weddings 2008 EDITION Bacara Resort & Spa Santa Barbara Photographs by Jose Villa

yan and I love going wine tasting in the Santa Ynez “R Valley. After so many trips up there, we also fell in love with Santa Barbara,” says Brittany. She’s a graduate student in social work at San Diego State University, and her husband, Ryan, is a San Diego-based attorney. When it came to planning their big day, they liked the idea of a destination wedding in Santa Barbara, which wasn’t too far away for friends and family to attend. “We thought Bacara [Resort & Spa in Santa Barbara] was going to be perfect.”

2008 EDITION 805 weddings | 93 Clockwise from top: Colorful fans (the other side of which served as a program) and parasols bought in LA’s Chinatown added a festive touch and kept guests comfortable; the new Mr. and Mrs. Kirby share a kiss along a path overlooking the ocean; Brittany walked down a rose- petal-strewn aisle in front of 150 guests on Bacara’s Miró Lawn.

And according to Brittany, it was. The Kirbys had an outdoor ceremony at Bacara on a beautiful late- summer day with 150 guests in attendance. Ryan had four groomsmen attending him, while Brittany had six bridesmaids in chocolate-brown dresses plus a junior bridesmaid. They personalized the occasion by express- ing their own vows, and also read aloud their “Top Ten” lists of what they love about each other. Once the wedding ceremony was completed, the reception guests left Miró Lawn, which overlooks the ocean, and gathered in the Rotunda Room for dinner, dancing, and cake-cutting. Guests popped into a photo booth that supplied a pair of portraits: One to take home (in a frame given as a gift for attending the ceremony), and the other for a guest book along with well-wishes for the happy couple. “What I heard from many of my guests afterward was that they felt like they were witnessing a very intimate ceremony and then attending a party in an elegant dining room in a beautiful home. My mom and I did a lot of planning but we also used Jill La Fleur for the final planning. I remember sitting down at the reception and seeing all the twinkle lights and happy people and being so content about how it all came together—better than I could have expected.” 

“What I heard from many of my guests afterward was that they felt like they were witnessing a very intimate ceremony…”

94 | 805 weddings 2008 EDITION Kirby Wedding Vendors

Invitations: Paper Source; www.paper-source.com Rehearsal Dinner: Bouchon, Santa Barbara; 805-730-1160 Wedding Coordinator: Jill La Fleur; 805-688-7805 or www.lafleurweddings.com Wedding Location: Bacara Resort & Spa, Santa Barbara; 805-968-0100 or www.bacararesort.com; Whitney Byxbee, Bridal Director Officiant: Jon Ireland; 805-886-2913 or [email protected] Photographer: Jose Villa, Solvang; 805-688-8654 or www.josevillaphoto.com Entertainment (DJ): AMS Entertainment; 805-899-4000 or www.amsentertainment.com Floral Design: Camille Panzarello, Modern Day Design, Santa Barbara; 805-689-6197 or www.moderndaydesign.com Wedding Dress Designer: Jenny Lee, Santa Barbara Bridal, Santa Barbara; 805-730-7300 or www.santabarbarabridal.com Bridesmaid Dresses: Nicole Miller, La Jolla, 858-454-3434; or West Hollywood, 310-652-1629; or Saks Fifth Avenue, Santa Barbara, 805-884-9997; or www.nicolemiller.com Hairstylist: Trina Duarte, The Studio Agency, Santa Barbara; 805-436-2828 or www.thestudioagency.com Makeup Artist: Cathryn VanBreene, Santa Barbara; 805-436-2828 or www.cvbmakeup.com Red Cheese Photo Booth: 888-770-2266 or www.redcheese.com

From top: Pretty maids in a row with the ; three julep cups brimming with imported Vendela roses, peppermint geranium, and maidenhair fern dressed the reception tables; table assignments rest in a mossy bed trimmed with pieris, ferns, and vines; the gilt wedding cake detail tied in to a design from the invitations; a photo booth at the reception provided a take-home keepsake in silver frames also used for place cards; Brittany and Ryan pose with the program fans.

2008 EDITION 805 weddings | 95 “I’m a graphic designer and Mike’s a computer programmer working mainly on developing Web sites,” explains Shawn while strub talking about why they chose specific wedding colors. “Being a designer, I love colors and I wanted to have a lot of them. We had Shawn red, brown, orange, and lime green. I didn’t intentionally choose them for the location, but they really fit in well with the setting.” +MIKE That setting was at the Adamson House in Malibu. On the grounds of this 1930s estate, now a National Historical Site and a Kellogg registered California Landmark, is a house and other structures Adamson House, Malibu built in the Spanish Colonial Revival style. Everywhere on the grounds there are ceramic tiles that just happened to match the Photographs by Katie Moos couple’s bold color palette.

96 | 805 weddings 2008 EDITION The site also features great views of Malibu Beach, the lagoon, Opposite page: Shawn and Mike enjoying the colorful architectural details of the Adamson House (and each other). This page, clockwise from top: Mike’s nieces, and the pier. “I wanted the day to be elegant and near the ocean Erycka and Reece, served as flower girls; a whimsical feather detail adorns Shawn’s without having our guests’ feet in the sand the whole time. I ‘do; “Dahlias [are] my favorite flower. They come in so many gorgeous colors, especially reds and oranges which I LOVE;” Shawn hand-picked Japanese paper to couldn’t believe how wonderful the Adamson House was. We bind the booklet invitations, which she also designed. loved it because it was the best of both worlds,” says Shawn. The ceremony was held in the early evening with about 75 guests attending. Solo Spanish guitarist Anthony Ybarra played during the ceremony while a good friend of the couple’s performed the rites. As the guests moved to the reception area and the sun began to set over the Pacific Ocean, two other musicians joined Ybarra to play during cocktails and hors d’oeurves. The couple chose an

2008 EDITION 805 weddings | 97 Eye-catching array: Shawn’s mother made table runners from fabric Shawn collected while traveling through Japan (below left). Clever system: Place cards were color-coded based on guests’ meal orders, to make serving a snap (below bottom right). Opposite page, clockwise: A small cake still packs a big punch for the cutting ceremony; mini cupcakes from Leda’s Bake Shop (“There were none left at the end of the night for us to take home!” laments Shawn); a designer friend (www.miraaster.com) made the favors—bookmarks—out of the same paper used for the invitations.

eclectic mix of Mexican and Japanese influences for their wed- VENDORS ding, the latter reflected in the invitations, place cards, and guest Strub-Kellogg Wedding book Shawn designed. Friends and family slipped good wishes Invitations: Papel Paper & Press; 323-653-6771 or for the couple into glassine envelopes in the guest book and then www.papelpress.com decorated the pages with Japanese stamps. Rehearsal Dinner: Gladstone’s Malibu, Pacific Palisades; After dinner, the trio of musicians became a quartet and 310-459-9734 or www.gladstones.com Shawn says her first dance with Mike was the most memorable Wedding Coordinator: Stephanie Lairson; 949-285-4933 or part of the day. But for the guests, she guesses, it was probably www.stephanielairson.com the wedding cakes. Cupcakes, to be exact. “Instead of a tradi- tional wedding cake we had big trays full of miniature cupcakes Wedding Location: Adamson House, Malibu; 310-457-8185 or from Leda’s Bake Shop in Sherman Oaks,” she says. “We had www.adamsonhouse.org different flavors and they just looked so yummy. People went Officiant: David McRae; 760-985-4376 or www.vestedpower.com crazy for them. That was fun.”

98 | 805 weddings 2008 EDITION Photographer: Katie Moos; 805-469-3505 or www.katiemoos.com Rentals: LA Party Rents; 877-527-2789 or www.lapartyrents.com Entertainment: Anthony Ybarra; 805-403-6375 or Wedding Night Accommodations: Casa Del Mar, Santa Monica; www.ybarramusic.com 310-581-5533 or www.hotelcasadelmar.com Floral Design: Kate Holt, Flower Wild, Burbank; 818-729-0309 Wedding Dress Designer: Nicole Miller, West Hollywood, or www.flowerwild.com 310-652-1629 or www.nicolemiller.com Wedding Cupcakes: Leda’s Bake Shop, Sherman Oaks; Groomswear Designer: Hugo Boss at Barneys New York, 818-386-9644 or www.ledasbakeshop.com Beverly Hills; 310-276-4400 or www.barneys.com Caterer: Gary Weddle, The Spanish Kitchen, Los Angeles; Bridesmaid Dresses: J.Crew, Thousand Oaks, 805-230-2697; 310-659-4794 or www.thespanishkitchen.com Santa Barbara, 805-563-0373; or www.jcrew.com Wedding Favors: Mira Aster; www.miraaster.com Makeup Artist: Jackie Brubaker; www.dollfaceartists.com

2008 EDITION 805 weddings | 99 Great bouquets to lead you down the aisle in style.

100 | 805 weddings 2008 EDITION Opposite page: Romantic hand-tied bouquet of white garden roses and hydrangea by Tricia Fountaine, 805- 450-8753. Photograph by Ryan Phillips Photography (www.ryanphillips.com). This page, left to right: Bold bouquet of green and apricot cymbidium orchids with roses from Modern Day Design, 805-689-6197 or www. moderndaydesign.com. Photograph by Katie Moos (www.katiemoos.com). | Pretty pink cymbidium orchids and pink roses with white stephanotis garnished with pearls from Luna Gardens, 310-281-2565 or www.lunagardens. com. Photograph by Jennifer S. Rau Photography (www.jsrphotography.com). | Sophisticated bouquet of pure white roses punctuated with pearl-garnished stephanotis from Happy Flowers, 818-597-0272. Photograph by Captured Moments by Dee (www.capturedmomentsbydee.com). | Cheerful yellow and pink roses with white dahlia, accented with hypericum berries from Your Neighborhood Florist, 805-498-2162 or www.yourneighborhoodflorist.net. Photograph by Mi Belle (www.mibelleinc.com). »

2008 EDITION 805 weddings | 101 This page, left to right: Luscious cluster of Mexican lavender with ribbon-wrapped stems by Mindy Rice Floral Design, 805-688-2499 or 310-308-3735 or www.mindyrice.com. Photograph by Elizabeth Messina (www. elizabethmessina.com). | Striking white-on-white bouquet of double tulips, ornithogalium, lisianthius, and lily of the valley surrounded by a cuff of amber cymbidium orchids by Unique Floral Designs, 805-522-1669 or www. uniquefloraldesigns.com. Photograph by Mi Belle (www.mibelleinc.com). | Exotic bouquet of white miniature calla lilies and green cymbidium orchids accented with touches of freesia by Modern Day Design, 805-689-6197 or www.moderndaydesign.com. Photograph by Jennifer S. Rau Photography (www.jsrphotography.com). | Perfect pink and cream roses accented with sweet pea and feathery pink and cream astilbe by Stacey Martin, 818-718-0797 or www.flowersbystacey.net. Photograph by Mi Belle (www.mibelleinc.com). Opposite page: Fragrant bouquet of Australian blushing bride, miniature calla lilies, brunellia, stephanotis studded with crystals, gardenia, silver brunia, and orange blossom by Asiel Design, 800-942-7435 or www.asieldesign.com. Photograph by Jennifer S. Rau Photography (www.jsrphotography.com). For additional flower resources, turn to page 122. 2008 EDITION 805 weddings | 103 At left: Event producer Scott Corridan is launching his own line of wedding gowns—White Chocolate Label—after more than a dozen years of helping select and fit clients’ wedding dresses. Opposite: Corridan’s West Coast roots and love of the equestrian lifestyle were both major sources of inspiration in designing the new line—as were many of the brides he has worked with over the years.

California Couture Scott Corridan’s new White Chocolate Label wedding dresses are inspired by—and made in—Southern California. By Laura Samuel Meyn Photographs by Elizabeth Messina

anta Barbara-based event producer Scott Corridan of Corridan & Company Design Studios has been making weddings and other special events stylish, inspired, and Spersonal for 14 years. (Those who haven’t seen his work in person or on the pages of magazines might have caught the designer in his turn on HGTV’s Design Star.) So, after accompanying many a bride to the bridal salon to help select or fit her dress—he thinks of the dress as the cornerstone of a wedding, after all—it was a natural transition for Corridan to design his own line of wedding gowns: White Chocolate Label (prices range from $6,000 to $20,000). 805 Weddings caught up with Corridan—as he was working on the gowns in anticipation of a spring launch date—to find out more about the high-end line made from such sumptuous fabrics as cashmere, silk satin, and silk chiffon.

104 | 805 weddings 2008 EDITION 2008 EDITION 805 weddings | 105 805 Weddings: Why design wedding dresses—which needs were you inspired to answer? Scott Corridan: I’m a West Coast designer, a born and bred California boy. It’s important to bring a voice and perspective to the West Coast, to get away from that heavy East Coast and European idea of what it is to be a bride.

805: How are your gowns different? SC: People who have viewed samples say, “This is going to be a woman who knows herself.” The point of view is very West Coast. The girls I grew up with are equestrians, sailors, surfers … strong athletic women who are gorgeous and can show up in a couture gown in the evening … or muck a stall, take care of a foal. It’s fun to incorporate the details that make up the equestrian lifestyle into some of the wedding gowns in the collection; we’re using mini horse bits as clasps, and very, very stylized horseshoes—in a clean, Tiffany, sterling-silver way—as cufflinks.

805: What’s the significance of your name for the line—White Chocolate Label? SC: I wear a lot of chocolate brown; it’s my most complimentary color. So the notion of white chocolate came to mind: white chocolate poured over a woman’s body and creating a gown on her body.

805: Beyond the designs, how will you be involved? SC: I hate it when girls are starving to themselves to fit into a dress; it damages their psyche and the alterations process. I want them to be normal and healthy girls. When they order a dress they’ll get a box of white chocolate truffles and a note from me. Every fifth Saturday I’ll be in the salon to work with fitting and altering the gowns with the seamstress. Every woman’s body is different; I’m excited to get in the salons and fit them properly to accentuate their assets.

805: The gowns each have a woman’s name—Bianca, Devanee, Jessica, Heather, and Jasmine—what’s the story there? SC: They’re real women—girls I’ve worked with in the past 14 years … this is what I would’ve done if I’d been doing their dress myself. I’ve reached out to each one of them [with the designs]: There were giggles and squeals and “I wish we could turn back time” or “I wish I could get married again.” It’s funny.

805: What do you love about weddings? SC: Weddings embody so much that we hold true and dear and right in the world; it’s a moment in time when we are our biggest and greatest … if we could always live in that place! I want to frame her with this dress, add to that incredible moment. 

For more information on White Chocolate Label call 866-925-2235 or visit www.whitechocolatelabel.com.

Left: From sketches to fabric selection, Corridan has seen his first collec- tion of high-end wedding gowns from conception through completion; soon they’ll be showing up exclusively in five handpicked California bridal salons. Opposite, clockwise from top left: Corridan found inspiration for design- ing the gowns in several of his past clients; elegant fabrics, many sourced from Italy, are used in constructing the dresses; Corridan plans to stay hands-on with his designs, making regular visits to the bridal salons carry- ing White Chocolate Label to assist with fitting the gowns; the line debuts with Corridan’s Fall/Winter 2008 collection, featuring five distinct designs. 106 | 805 weddings 2008 EDITION 2008 EDITION 805 weddings | 107

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Jewelry Provided By: Anderson Jewelers www. ensington .com (805) 529-5844 K Beauty Photography By: Cherie Carlson Photography (805) 298 -2420 (310) 867-9240 FINDS | tr avel The Day After the Wedding If this is your year to get married—first of all, congratulations!—but for heaven’s sake don’t forget to plan the honeymoon. The editors of the Honeymooner’s Review Guide Web site report that the Fiji Islands top the destination wish list for hopeful honeymooners. (FYI: Hawaii and French Polynesia follow closely behind.) To make it easier to plan the big getaway, this Web site provides couples with updated information on travel destinations and accommodations, whether you’re looking for an active backpacking trip in the mountains, a cruise in the Caribbean, or a luxurious retreat to a five-star hotel. The site also includes ideas for sparking romance, tips for what to pack, and advice on how to book a romantic room. Much of the information comes straight from newlyweds who have already taken the honeymoon plunge. For more information visit www.honeymoonersreviewguide.com. —anthony head

where will the guests stay? You think you’ve thought of see who’s coming, where they everything: the location for will be staying, as well as the your wedding, the invitations, wedding party schedule, if you music, food, and flowers. But have a rash of activities planned what about out-of-town family around your special day. and guests? Of course, you will need to Santa Barbara-based Anna contact her before you mail your Leek, to the rescue. As founder invitations, but you remembered of MrsWeddingTravel.com, that, right? Leek can also help Leek has vast knowledge couples who use her services Perfect for s of Central Coast hotels and create their dream honeymoon, provides complimentary rcur booking air, accommodations, i A services that include assisting and transfers that include Lovebirds ur the bride and groom in R/Y E

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Riviera Nayarit Finding paradise in a mostly undiscovered part of Mexico. By Anthony Head

The couple at the Puerto Vallarta International Airport walked arm in arm, both of their sun-tanned faces completely relaxed and worry-free. She leaned over and gave him a kiss, and he looked back at her as if he had just awakened from a blissful dream only to find himself in another. They then proceeded to board their plane, because, in fact, they were leaving. But if their demeanor were any indication, they would probably return home filled with tranquil harmony. Such

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2008 EDITION 805 weddings | 113 The aquamarine waters of the Pacific Ocean are a playground for fishing, swimming, boating, and many more activities.

114 | 805 weddings 2008 EDITION As far as honeymoon destinations go, Mexico is always near the Sea turtles are protected along the top of the list, and for good reason: It’s close by. The US dollar is still Nayarit coast, and strong south of the border. And Mexican hospitality remains timeless they use the beaches and inviting. They are our neighbors, after all, and that recognition as nesting sites. Below: The Four transcends government boundaries. Seasons Punta Mita Puerto Vallarta is as popular as ever. The city of 350,000 residents famous “Tail of the greets nearly three million tourists each year, many of them de-planing Whale” green, on hole 3B, is set on and heading straight for Banderas Bay. This is an international port a natural island in for the world’s cruise lines, and throughout the week it’s possible to the Pacific Ocean. see as many as three floating behemoths anchored in the calm waters at one time. Puerto Vallarta is also a shopping and dining hub, and as more resorts and hotels come to town, the choices for spending your money on food, clothes, and souvenirs have grown considerably. Café des Artistes Bistro Gourmet has been the reigning hotspot for elegant dining for many years. Mixing some Mexican ingredients with European cooking techniques, chef and owner Thierry Blouet still commands culinary respect with his unique creations. Make your reservations before leaving home, though. Those visitors wanting to get a bit off the beaten path need only take a scenic drive north to discover mostly unknown treasures of Central Mexico. The Riviera Nayarit spans about 100 miles from just north of Nuevo Vallarta to the historic colonial town of San Blas. This coastal drive, much like California’s Highway 1, touches many differ- ent landscapes. Along with long, undeveloped lengths of coastline, there are myriad towns with dusty, crumbling streets, and tiny palm- tree-dotted fishing villages. On one side of the road the boats bob gently in the bay and on the other side, lush jungle flows to the Sierra Madre Mountains, which can be seen far in the distance. The whole Riviera Nayarit region features some of the best vaca- tion activities: whale watching along the coast; snorkeling, diving, and fishing in the Pacific Ocean; Jeep and hiking tours of the Sierra Madres; bird watching in La Tovara National Park; and learning all about native sea turtles at the Grupo Ecológico de la Costa Verde, located in the San Francisco area (also called San Pancho). But it’s still early in Nayarit’s development. The area was recently re-launched by local tourism boards and governments (even the Riviera Nayarit name is new). As more visitors discover the relaxed “Old Mexico” ambiance, the future is quickly catching on. Today, there are some highly visible patches of development in the forms of cinderblock and cement infrastructure where nothing but jungle once stood. These new buildings are going up as quickly as the old ones are folding over; and now colorful hotels and private residences scallop the contours of the hillsides. But there are still many opportu- nities to enjoy a rustic experience in a tiny village or have a wonderful stay in one of the many boutique hotels. Bucerías, for example, is a quaint fishing town just a few miles north of Puerto Vallarta. It retains much of its historic cobblestone charm. There are plenty of cantinas and casual beachside restau- rants. A local favorite is Sandrina’s, a Mediterranean restaurant with a garden courtyard. The menu here emphasizes Greek specialties, like spanakopita and chicken souvlaki. Up in San Blas there are no condos or major resorts, but there are still wonderful accommodations. Located in town and just a mile from the beach, Hotel Hacienda Flamingos is a perfect home base to return to after a 12-mile boat ride through the jungle to spot croco- diles, turtles, and exotic birds. The pinnacle of Riviera Nayarit, though, is Punta Mita, an angular, Those visitors wanting to get a bit off 1,500-acre peninsula where aquamarine waves break onto coastal the beaten path need only take a rocks before rolling lazily onto sandy beaches. Perched on the hill- side of this geographical tip (Punta Mita translates to “arrow point”) scenic drive north to discover mostly is the Four Seasons Resort, a wonderful location for any couple to unknown treasures of Central Mexico. get to know one another better in luxurious surroundings. The resort is spaciously spread out on lushly landscaped grounds where exotic birds nest and the occasional iguana suns itself on the rocks.

2008 EDITION 805 weddings | 115 P E T R V I TAL E

During the winter, humpback whales migrate through the slate-gray open waters, occasionally breaking the surface directly in view from the beach. With only 141 guestrooms and 32 suites, the resort never feels crowded. Accommodations are elegant but not over-the-top weighty. Instead of heavy antiques or other cumbersome bric-a-brac, the rooms are lightly furnished with traditional Mexican art and dark-wood furniture, creating a breezy ambiance suitable for returning to after a day at the beach. (Or, if the situation warrants, remaining indoors for extended periods.) Along with the beaches framing the peninsula, the Four Seasons also has a variety of swimming pools (one just for adults) as well as a “lazy river” feature with a very gentle current for guests to float along with around a family-friendly oasis. The links at the Four Seasons are certainly world-class, but golf can be a touchy subject when it comes to romantic vacations. The game has been known to strain relationships, and has no place on a honey- moon unless both people agree to it up front. Ranked number one in 2006 by the readers of Condé Nast Traveler, the Jack Nicklaus-designed course here is considered one of the finest in the world. If nothing else, the 200-acre course wraps itself to the shoreline and is a terrific walk for couples. But for those who are serious about the game, there are five sets of tee boxes that provide 5,037 to 7,014 yards of play. The signature 3B hole—referred to fondly as the “Tail of the Whale”—has players hit onto a green that is set on a natural island 194 yards from the tee. During low tide, golfers cross a rock path to the hole; at high tide they must ride in a water taxi. There are certainly more indulgent ways to pass the time, such as enjoying treatments at the Apuane Spa. The signature Hakali massage, for instance, is a true Mexican rejuvenating experience that

uses a warm “meringue” of prickly pear cactus and pulque (fermented NI CHOL S agave sap) for a massage and body wrap that rehydrates the skin, removes toxins, and leaves the body feeling invigorated. There’s also MARY a Mayan Mud treatment, a penetrating massage with richly textured Guestrooms at the Four Seasons Punta Mita feature fango volcanic mud that’s said to stimulate the energy systems. spectacular ocean views and are comfortably furnished Treatments can be enjoyed at the spa or in the guests’ hotel room, with traditional Mexican art. Above: The infinity pool at the Four Seasons Punta Mita appears to flow as well as in ocean- and garden-view cabanas. There is also the deluxe directly into the waters of the Pacific Ocean. Apuane Suite, a romantic hideaway for couples that features twin massage tables, a private Jacuzzi, sundeck, and sauna. To take such pleasures to the next level, there are also after-dark spa experiences, which combine gourmet dining and exotic treatments. For example, after a Watsu massage by the pool, couples can enjoy a candlelit dinner in a private cabana.

116 | 805 weddings 2008 EDITION Speaking of dining, there are four different on-site restaurants cultural center for nightly Spanish lessons and other activities, such ranging from the more casual beachside Bahia grill to the elegant as tequila tastings. They’ll also find plenty of information on the rich Aramara dining room. Seafood reigns as Riviera Nayarit’s signature traditions of the area’s pre-Columbian history. cuisine, and three days a week local fishermen bring their freshest fish While it may be surprising that more people haven’t yet heard of directly to the Four Seasons’ beach. Chefs then consult with guests to Riviera Nayarit, it’s not so shocking to learn that the Four Seasons select from this “catch of the day” for menu specials, such as tangy will soon have company on Punta Mita. A St. Regis Resort, as well as ceviche or grilled red snapper. a second Jack Nicklaus-designed golf course, are scheduled to open This interaction between visitors and locals is one of ways the resort later this year. Such development is sure to mean more honeymooners provides a strong sense of place. Guests can also visit the library and returning home awfully happy after a magical trip to Mexico.

2008 EDITION 805 weddings | 117 When viewed from the Punta Mita peninsula, the Mexican sunsets are as soothing as any spa treatment. NI CHOL S MARY

Destination Wedding: Riviera Nayarit Resources Four Seasons Punta Mita

Café des Artistes Punta Mita is not just an ideal location for honeymooners and anniversary couples. It’s the perfect Bistro Gourmet place to get married, too. From an intimate ceremony with the couple exchanging vows before a Puerto Vallarta few close friends to an extravagant celebration with 150 guests, each facet of the wedding can be www.cafedesartistes.com handled to the guests’ delight. Four Seasons Liliana Rico is the Four Seasons’ dedicated wedding planner at Punta Mita. She says the resort Punta Mita hosts at least 30 weddings each year. “Some of our couples are first-time guests who have never www.fourseasons.com/puntamita been to the property before, but have had it recommended to them. Others have been here before and simply fell in love with the area,” Rico says. “We can take care of the photography, the cake, Hotel Hacienda Flamingos the catering. We can handle delivering welcome amenities for arriving guests. We can make sure San Blas the groom’s boutonniere is perfect. And this is not just a one-size-fits-all package. We tailor our www.sanblas.com.mx services to what the couple wants and needs.” Sandrina’s Restaurant That means you can do as much or as little as you desire. Even if you forget the wedding gown— Bucerías which Rico says has happened—they’ll be able to find one for you. As for a ceremony site, there www.sandrinas.com are several to choose from, each with the beach as a wonderful backdrop. For smaller ceremonies with fewer guests, the ultimate setting would be on “the rock.” This natural formation juts out over the water and provides wonderful 360-degree views of the beach, ocean, and the peninsula itself. Larger weddings can set up in numerous locations on the sand. Dinner, dancing, and cake-cutting can all take place in the wonderful Mexican sunshine. The Four Seasons can also help arrange post-wedding excursions such as snorkeling, shopping trips to Puerto Vallarta, and a day spent on the Four Seasons yacht. For more information contact Liliana Rico at 011-52-329-291-6099 or [email protected].

118 | 805 weddings 2008 EDITION Snorkeling along the beautiful Riviera Nayarit is just one way for honeymooners to spend

mo ss quality time in Mexico. g ary

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Justine’s Private Cuisine •Bijoux Events The Wedding Planner, Jill La Fleur 805-657-6885 Santa Barbara, 805-403-1618 Santa Barbara, 805-688-7805 www.justinesprivatecuisine.com www.bijouxevents.com www.lafleurweddings.com

Lafond’s Pampered Palate Brownstone Place XOXO Bride 5670 Cielo Ave. 805-499-3314 805-644-9696 Santa Barbara, 805-683-7665 www.brownstoneplace.com www.xoxobride.com www.lafondcatering.com •Churchill House ViP Events | | •National Association of Catering Executives Westlake Village, 805-338-0490 FILM & VIDEO 805-532-2834 www.churchill-intl.com Joel Serrato, Super 8 Film www.venturanace.net joelserratofilms.bigfolioblog.com Corridan & Company Design Studios Phoenix Fine Catering Santa Barbara, 805-565-9770 •Moonlight Video Productions San Luis Obispo, 805-544-4889 www.corridanandco.com 5554 Reseda Blvd. www.phoenixfinecatering.com Tarzana, 800-401-8433 •Events by AnnMarie www.moonlightvideo.net Pierre’s Catering 1348 E. Hillcrest Drive 31210 La Baya Drive Thousand Oaks, 818-400-6211 •New Dawn Cinema of Beverly Hills Westlake Village, 818-707-1327 9107 Wilshire Blvd. www.pierrecatering.com Events by Philippe Beverly Hills, 310-461-3503 254 E. Calle Laureles www.vki-party.com Pure Joy Catering Santa Barbara, 805-687-3979 710 E. Haley St. www.eventsbyphilippe.com Paradise Film & Video Santa Barbara, 805-963-5766 2112 Eastman Ave. www.purejoycatering.com •Exquisite Events Ventura, 805-477-7680 Westlake Village, 818-620-2665 www.paradisefilmandvideo.com •RSVP – The Catering Company www.exquisevents.com 24623 Arch St. Super 8 Girl Newhall, 661-291-1155 Imagine, Rebecca S. Gigandet 135 E. De La Guerra St. www.cateringbyrsvp.com 315 Meigs Drive Santa Barbara, 805-701-2281 Santa Barbara, 805-682-6700 www.super8girl.com Santa Barbara BBQ www.imaginesb.com 1915 de la Vina St. Santa Barbara, 805-687-4900 In Any Event, Lisa Blades |FLORISTS| www.sbbbq.com 805-455-0687 www.inanyevent.net Adornments Seasons Catering San Luis Obispo, 805-543-3948 Carpinteria, 805-339-9665 •Occasions Bridal Consulting & Event Design www.adornmentsflowers.com www.seasonscateringsb.com Mary Sushinski 818-548-5297 Arroyo Grande Flower Shop •Status Catering www.occasiontoremember.com Santa Maria, 888-249-0733 1111 Rancho Conejo Blvd. www.arroyo-grande-flower-shop.com Newbury Park, 805-375-7636 Oh How Charming, by Lisa Vorce www.statuscatering.com 943 E. Santa Ana Blvd. Asiel Design Santa Ana, 310-927-1696 Los Angeles, 800-942-7435 Two Cooks Catering www.ohhowcharming.com www.asieldesign.com 805-540-0840 www.twocookscateringonline.com Pamela Galvin Botanik 805-403-3515 2329 Lillie Ave. Wolfgang Puck Catering [email protected] Summerland, 805-565-3831 www.wolfgangpuckcatering.com Santa Barbara Wine Country Weddings & Events Camilla Svensson Burns Santa Barbara, 805-610-2166 | | 805-688-2934 CIGAR ROLLERS www.sbwinecountryevents.com www.camillaflowers.com

Old Oaks Cigar & Wine Co. David Jeffrey Designs 3006 E. Thousand Oaks Blvd. S.R. Hogue & Company Exclusive Floral and Event Design 1560 Newbury Road Thousand Oaks, 805-494-1886 Newbury Park, 805-496-9887 www.smokezone.com 525 San Ysidro Road Montecito, 805-969-1343 www.davidjeffreydesigns.com www.srhogue.com |DANCE INSTRUCTION| Elegant Details Floral & Event Design Stacy Porras Wedding Consultant Santa Maria, 805-260-2430 •Arthur Murray Dance Studio 818-842-0711 www.elegant-details.com www.arthurmurray.com www.porrasweddingconsulting.com End Design 310-248-5212 |EVENT PLANNERS & DESIGNERS| •Tiffany Cannis Events Los Angeles, 323-512-7573 www.end-design.com Alegria by Design www.tiffanycannis.com •The English Garden Santa Barbara, 805-884-0450 31143 Via Colinas www.alegriabydesign.com •Toby Kay Applebay & Associates Ventura, 805-653-5351 Westlake Village, 818-597-1501 www.theenglishgarden.com •A Touch of Grace Events www.tobykay.net Thousand Oaks, 805-496-8758 Fiore Designs www.atouchofgraceevents.com VP Events Santa Monica, Santa Barbara, Westlake Village 11600 Ventura Blvd. Studio City, 818-980-6410 •Bella Vita Events 805-492-2114 www.fioredesigns.com Westlake Village, 818-874-0776 www.vpevents.com www.bellavitaevents.com 122 | 805 weddings 2008 EDITION Flower Wild 4004 Riverside Drive Burbank, 818-729-0309 www.flowerwild.com

Flowers by Denise Templeton, 805-434-1810 www.flowersbydenise.com

•Greenwich Floral Design Thousand Oaks, 805-427-3399 www.greenwichfloral.com

Happy Flowers 818-597-0272 www.happyflowersinc.com

Hoot & Heart Flower Company 9630 Santa Rosa Road Santa Rosa Valley, 805-491-2029 or Hoot & Heart Modern & Old World Flowers + Found Objects 1016 Montana Ave. Santa Monica, 310-319-9700 www.hootandheart.com

Kaleidoscope Flowers 1341 State St. Santa Barbara, 805-962-0032 www.kaleidoscopeflowers.com

Modern Day Design 805-689-6197 www.moderndaydesign.com

Mindy Rice Floral Design 805-688-2499 www.mindyrice.com

Nico Designs 5329 Calle Real Santa Barbara, 805-680-5497 www.nicosb.com

Panacea Event Floral Design San Luis Obispo, 805-595-7795 www.panaceaflowers.com

Renae’s Bouquet 17 W. Gutierrez St. Santa Barbara, 805-563-0226 or 3605 Sagunto St. Santa Ynez, 805-691-1660 www.renaesbouquet.com

S.R. Hogue & Company Exclusive Floral and Event Design 525 San Ysidro Road Montecito, 805-969-1343 www.srhogue.com

•Tivoli Floral Newbury Park, 805-231-7431 www.tivolifloral.com

Westlake Florist & Westlake Plaza Florist 2851 Agoura Road Westlake Village, 805-497-9777 or 960 S. Westlake Blvd. Westlake Village, 805-379-2210 www.westlakeflowers.com »

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|HAIR SALONS/MAKEUP|

•Artistic Ink 3625 E. Thousand Oaks Blvd. Westlake Village, 805-494-0405 www.artisticinkstudio.com

•Beloved Beauty Thousand Oaks, 805-297-5689 www.mybelovedbeauty.com

Cathryn VanBreene Santa Barbara, 805-436-2828 www.cvbmakeup.com

•Kalologie Skincare 2200 E. Thousand Oaks Blvd. Thousand Oaks, 805-497-9400 www.kalologie.com

•Kensington Make-up Artists Moorpark, 805-298-2420 www.kensingtonbeauty.com

•Rejuvenation, A Hair Salon 100 Rancho Road Thousand Oaks, 805-778-1602 www.rejuvenationahairsalon.com

Rhonda Johnson Cambria, 805-395-0175 www.bridalmakeupandhair.com

|HEALTH/FITNESS|

•Extreme Boot Camp Thousand Oaks, 805-905-9998 www.extremebootcamp.com

|INVITATIONS|

The Art of Paper 19654 Ventura Blvd. Tarzana, 818-708-3352

BaileyGirl Fine Stationery & Wedding Boutique 485 E. High St. Moorpark, 805-517-1985 www.kbaileygirl.com

Ceci New York 212-989-0695 www.cecinewyork.com

Emily Rose Papers 805-582-2232 www.emilyrosepapers.com

•Fla-de-Dahs 30941 W. Agoura Road Westlake Village, 818-597-9375 www.fla-de-dahs.com

Impressive Weddings 805-685-2200 www.imppresiveweddings.com

•The Invitation Spot 265 N. Moorpark Road Thousand Oaks, 805-777-8898 www.invitationspot.com

Lazaro Design Ventura, 805-861-8409 www.lazaro-design.com

Letter Perfect Stationery 1227 Coast Village Road Santa Barbara, 805-969-7998 124 | 805 weddings 2008 EDITION www.letterperfectstationery.com Pale Blue Hanky Santa Barbara, 805-686-2508 www.palebluehanky.com

Parchment 960 S. Westlake Blvd. Westlake Village, 805-497-9228 www.parchmentshop.com

•Personalized Invitations & Printing Westlake Village, 818-943-8368

Soolip Paperie & Press 8646 Melrose Ave. West Hollywood, 310-360-0545 www.soolip.com

The Stationery Collection 1470 E. Valley Road, Studio K Montecito, 805-969-3414

•Sugarcube Press 512 Cañada Road Ojai, 805-340-5862 www.sugarcubepress.com

Wiley Valentine 175 Rochester Costa Mesa, 949-764-9338 www.wileyvalentine.com

|JEWELERS|

•Athena & Co. 1555 Simi Town Center Way Simi Valley, 805-520-3858 www.athenacojewelers.com

•Dejaun Jewelers The Oaks 424 W. Hillcrest Drive Thousand Oaks, 805-495-1425 or North Ranch Mall 3845 E. Thousand Oaks Blvd. Westlake Village, 805-373-1002 or Westfield Topanga Plaza 6600 Topanga Canyon Blvd. Canoga Park, 818-888-8304 or 14006 Riverside Drive Sherman Oaks, 818-783-3960 www.dejaun.com

•Malibu Rock Star 3835 Cross Creek Road Malibu, 310-456-7374

•Moyen & Co. Jewellers 2806-A Townsgate Road Westlake Village, 805-494-8114 www.moyenco.com

•Polacheck’s Jewelers 4719 Commons Way Calabasas, 818-225-0600 or 2200 Thousand Oaks Blvd. Thousand Oaks, 805-230-0035 www.polachecksjewelers.com

•Seven Sisters Jewelry Design San Luis Obispo, 805-748-3076 www.sevensistersjewelry.com »

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|LOCATIONS—GOLF COURSES/ COUNTRY CLUBS|

•Calabasas Country Club 4515 Park Entrada Calabasas, 818-222-8111 www.calabasasgolf.com

Hidden Oaks Golf Course 4760 Calle Camarada Santa Barbara, 805-967-3493 specialty gift baskets s luscious chocolate creations Hunter Ranch Golf Course handmade & innovative cakes s private parties & catering available 4041 Highway 46 East Paso Robles, 805-237-7440 & s & blissful wedding party favors irresistible petits fours croques en bouche www.hunterranchgolf.com

La Purisima Golf Course 3455 Highway 246 Lompoc, 805-735-8395 www.lapurisimagolf.com Visit our Lost Canyons Golf Club Web site today 3301 Lost Canyons Drive chocolatine.net Simi Valley, 805-306-3805 www.lostcanyons.com

tues–thurs 9–6 •Moorpark Country Club fri–sat 9–7:30 11800 Championship Drive Moorpark, 805-532-2834 sun 9–6 www.moorparkgolf.com closed on mondays North Ranch Country Club 4761 Valley Springs Drive 2955 E. Thousand Oaks Blvd. Westlake Village, 805-496-1995 805-557-0561 www.northranchcc.org

Olivas Links 3750 Olivas Park Drive Ventura, 805-642-2907 www.olivaslinks.com

Sandpiper Golf Club 7925 Hollister Ave. Santa Barbara, 805-968-1541 www.sandpipergolf.com

Santa Barbara Golf Club 3500 McCaw Ave. Santa Barbara, 805-687-7087 www.sbgolf.com

Santa Barbara Polo & Racquet Club 3375 Foothill Road Carpinteria, 805-684-6683 www.sbpolo.com/events/social.htm

Saticoy Country Club 4450 N. Clubhouse Drive Somis, 805-485-4956, ext.19 www.saticoycountryclub.com

Sherwood Country Club 320 W. Stafford Road Thousand Oaks, 805-496-3036, ext. 225 www.sherwoodcc.com

•Spanish Hills Country Club 999 Crestview Ave. Camarillo, 805-388-5000 www.spanishhillswedding.com

Tierra Rejada Golf Club 15187 Tierra Rejada Road Moorpark, 805-531-9300, ext. 16 www.tierrarejadagolf.com

Valley Club of Montecito 1901 E. Valley Road Santa Barbara, 805-969-2215, ext. 16 126 | 805 weddings 2008 EDITION Wood Ranch Golf Club 301 Wood Ranch Parkway Simi Valley, 805-527-9663 www.woodranchgc.com

|LOCATIONS—HOTELS/RESORTS|

The Alisal Guest Ranch & Resort 1054 Alisal Road Solvang, 805-688-6411 www.alisal.com

Bacara Resort & Spa 8301 Hollister Ave. Santa Barbara, 805-968-0100 www.bacararesort.com

The Beverly Hills Hotel 9641 Sunset Blvd. Beverly Hills, 310-276-2251 www.thebeverlyhillshotel.com

The Beverly Hilton 9876 Wilshire Blvd. Beverly Hills, 310-274-7777 www.beverlyhilton.com

Beverly Wilshire, a Four Seasons Hotel 9500 Wilshire Blvd. Beverly Hills, 310-275-5200 www.fourseasons.com/beverlywilshire/weddings

Canary Hotel (formerly the Hotel Andalucia) 31 W. Carrillo St. Santa Barbara, 805-884-0300 www.andaluciasb.com

Casa Del Mar 1910 Ocean Way Santa Monica, 310-581-5533 www.hotelcasadelmar.com

The Cliffs Resort 2757 Shell Beach Road ARTISTIC INK Pismo Beach, 805-773-5000 www.cliffsresort.com

Crowne Plaza Ventura Beach 450 E. Harbor Blvd. Ventura, 805-648-2100 www.cpventura.com/weddings.html Bridal Special

Embassy Suites Mandalay Beach Resort 2101 Mandalay Beach Road Oxnard, 805-984-2500 www.embassymandalay.com I apply more lashes The Fairmont Miramar Hotel per eye than anybody! 101 Wilshire Blvd. Santa Monica, 310-576-7777 www.fairmont.com/santamonica Mention this ad

Fess Parker’s Double Tree Resort and get $25.00 off 633 E. Cabrillo Blvd. Santa Barbara, 805-564-4333 www.fpdtr.com/weddings.html

Four Seasons Hotel Los Angeles at Beverly Hills 300 S. Doheny Drive Before After Los Angeles, 310-273-2222 www.fourseasons.com/losangeles/weddings

Four Seasons Hotel Westlake Village Private Studio 2 Dole Drive By appointment only Westlake Village, 818-575-3000 www.fourseasons.com/westlakevillage/weddings» 805.494.0405

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Four Seasons Resort The Biltmore Santa Barbara 1260 Channel Drive Santa Barbara, 805-969-2261 www.fourseasons.com/santabarbara/weddings

Hotel Bel-Air 701 Stone Canyon Road Los Angeles, 310-472-1211 www.hotelbelair.com

Hotel Cheval 1021 Pine St. Paso Robles, 805-226-9995 www.hotelcheval.com

Hyatt Westlake Plaza 880 S. Westlake Blvd. Westlake Village, 805-557-1234 www.westlake.hyatt.com

The Inn at Morro Bay 60 State Park Road Morro Bay, 805-772-5651 www.innatmorrobay.com

Ojai Valley Inn & Spa 905 Country Club Road Ojai, 805-646-1111 www.ojairesort.com

Paso Robles Inn 1103 Spring St. Paso Robles, 800-676-1713 www.pasoroblesinn.com

The Peninsula Beverly Hills 9882 S. Santa Monica Blvd. Beverly Hills, 310-551-2888 www.beverlyhills.peninsula.com

The Pierpont Inn 550 Sanjon Road Ventura, 805-643-6144 www.pierpontinn.com

San Ysidro Ranch 900 San Ysidro Lane Santa Barbara, 805-565-1700 www.sanysidroranch.com

Sheraton Delfina Santa Monica 530 W. Pico Blvd. Santa Monica, 310-399-9344 www.sheratonsantamonica.com

Shutters Hotel on the Beach 1 Pico Blvd. Santa Monica, 310-458-0030 www.shuttersonthebeach.com

•Westlake Village Inn 31943 Agoura Road Westlake Village, 818-889-0230 www.westlakevillageinn.com

|LOCATIONS—RESTAURANTS|

Akwa 1413 Fifth St. Santa Monica, 310-656-9688

Arts and Letters Café 7 E. Anapamu St. Santa Barbara, 805-730-1463

Beau Rivage Restaurant 26025 Pacific Coast Highway Malibu, 310-456-5733 www.beaurivagerestaurant.com 128 | 805 weddings 2008 EDITION Cicada Restaurant 617 S. Olive St. Los Angeles, 213-448-9488 www.cicadarestaurant.com

•Duke’s Malibu 21150 Pacific Coast Highway Malibu, 310-317-0777 www.dukesmalibu.com

Geoffrey’s Malibu 27400 Pacific Coast Highway Malibu, 310-457-1519 www.geoffreysmalibu.com

Il Cielo 9018 Burton Way Beverly Hills, 310-276-9990 www.ilcielo.com

Inn of the Seventh Ray 128 Old Topanga Road Topanga, 310-455-1311 www.innoftheseventhray.com

Mondial 201 W. Carrillo St. Santa Barbara, 805-884-0885 www.mondialsantabarbara.com

Saddle Peak Lodge 419 Cold Canyon Road Calabasas, 818-222-3888 www.saddlepeaklodge.com

The Sunset Restaurant 6800 Westward Beach Road Malibu, 310-589-2027 www.thesunsetrestaurant.com

Yamashiro CalAsian Cuisine 1999 N. Sycamore Ave. Hollywood, 323-466-5125 www.yamashirorestaurant.com astries By reeke |LOCATIONS/VENUES| P V Acacia Mansion 205 S. Lomita Ave. Ojai, 805-403-6356 www.acaciamansion.com

Adamson House Malibu, 310-457-8185 www.adamsonhouse.org

Belle Loréve Tuscan Villa and Gardens 805-921-0671 www.belleloreve.com

•Calamigos Equestrian Burbank, 818-972-5940 www.calamigosequestrian.com

Calamigos Ranch 327 S. Latigo Canyon Road Malibu, 818-889-6280 www.malibuweddings.com

Camarillo Ranch 201 Camarillo Ranch Road Extraordinary wedding& special occasion cakes Camarillo, 805-389-8182 www.camarilloranch.org Not just a piece of cake, but a piece of art!

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Cass House Inn 222 N. Ocean Ave. Cayucos, 805-995-3669 www.casshouseinn.com

El Capitan Ranch 10920 Calle Real Santa Barbara, 805-685-1147 www.elcapranch.com

Eucalyptus Lane Ventura, 805-643-0981 www.rodhouckpresents.com/locations.php

Figueroa Mountain Farmhouse Santa Ynez, 877-431-5200 www.figueroamountainfarmhouse.com

Hidden Chateau & Garden 23130 Sherman Way West Hills, 818-610-3228 www.hiddenchateau.com

Hartley Botanica 4465 Balcon Canyon Road Somis, 805-532-1997 www.hartleybotanica.com

Maravilla Gardens 8620 Santa Rosa Road Camarillo, 805-491-1400 www.mgardens.com

McCormick Home Ranch Camarillo, 805-482-1549

McGrath Ranch & Garden 5100 Olivas Park Drive Ventura, 805-644-1235 www.mcgrathranchandgarden.com

Park Ballroom 1232 Park St. Paso Robles, 805-238-1945 www.parkballroom.com

Rancho del Cielo Malibu www.ranchodelcielomalibu.com

Rose Story Farm Carpinteria, 805-566-4885 www.rosestoryfarm.com

River Oaks Hot Springs & Spa 800 Clubhouse Drive Paso Robles, 805-238-4600 www.riveroakshotsprings.com

Saddle Rock Ranch 31727 Mulholland Highway Malibu, 818-889-0008

Santa Barbara Botanic Gardens 1212 Mission Canyon Road Santa Barbara, 805-682-4726 www.sbbg.org

Santa Barbara Museum 136 E. De La Guerra St. Santa Barbara, 805-966-1601 www.santabarbaramuseum.com

Santa Ynez Inn 3627 Sagunto St. Santa Ynez, 805-688-5588 www.santaynezinn.com

Simpson House Inn 121 E. Arrellaga Santa Barbara, 800-676-1280 130 | 805 weddings 2008 EDITION www.simpsonhouseinn.com •United Methodist Church of Thousand Oaks 1000 Janss Road Thousand Oaks, 805-495-7215 www.umcto.org

Villa Amodei Thousand Oaks, 805-217-9634 www.villaamodei.com

Villa de Buena Vista Bed & Breakfast Paso Robles, 805-296-2580 www.villadebuenavista.com

•Villa Piacere 22160 Ventura Blvd. Woodland Hills, 877-924-0555 www.villapiacere.com

Villa Toscana 4230 Buena Vista Paso Robles, 805-238-5600 www.myvillatoscana.com

|LOCATIONS— WINERIES/VINEYARDS|

Bella Victorian Vineyard Camarillo, 805-732-1262 www.bellavictorianvineyard.com

Bianchi Winery 3380 Branch Road Paso Robles, 805-226-9922 www.bianchiwine.com

Castoro Cellars 1315 N. Bethel Road Templeton, 805-238-0725 www.castorocellars.com

Crossroads Estate 5000 Zaca Station Road Los Olivos, 805-688-3940 www.firestonewine.com

Eagle Castle Winery 3090 Anderson Road Paso Robles, 805-227-1428 www.eaglecastlewinery.com

Eberle Winery Paso Robles, 805-238-9607 www.eberlewinery.com

Edna Valley Vineyard 2585 Biddle Ranch Road San Luis Obispo, 805-544-5855 www.ednavalleyvineyard.com

Fess Parker Winery 6200 Foxen Canyon Road Los Olivos, 805-686-1545 www.fessparker.com

Firestone Vineyard 5017 Zaca Station Road Los Olivos, 805-688-3940 or 2300 Airport Road Paso Robles, 805-591-8050 www.firestonewine.com

Foley Estates Vineyard 6121 E. Highway 246 Lompoc, 805-737-6222 www.foleywines.com

Gainey Vineyard 3950 E. Highway 246 Santa Ynez, 805-688-0558 www.gaineyvineyard.com = ADVERTISER » • 2008 EDITION 805 weddings | 131 BRIDAL | RESOURCES

•Herzog Wine Cellars 3201 Camino Del Sol Oxnard, 805-983-1560 www.herzogwinecellars.com

Lincourt Vineyards 1711 Alamo Pintado Road Solvang, 805-688-8554 www.lincourtwines.com

Martin & Weyrich Winery 4230 Buena Vista Drive Paso Robles, 805-238-9234 www.martinweyrich.com

•Meridian Vineyards 7000 Highway 46 East Paso Robles, 805-226-7133 www.meridianvineyards.com

•Peachy Canyon Winery 1480 N. Bethel Road Templeton, 805-237-1577 www.peachycanyon.com

Robert Hall Winery 3443 Mill Road Paso Robles, 805-239-1616 www.roberthallwinery.com

Silver Horse Winery 2995 Pleasant Road San Miguel, 805-467-9463 www.silverhorse.com

Stacked Stone Cellars 1525 Peachy Canyon Road Cover2Cover1-3pgAD 12/14/07 3:32 PM Page 1 Paso Robles, 805-238-7872 www.stackedstone.com

Still Waters Vineyards 2750 Old Grove Lane Paso Robles, 805-237-9231 www.stillwatersvineyards.com

Summerwood Winery & Inn 2175 Arbor Road Paso Robles, 805-227-1365 www.summerwoodwine.com

Swallow Creek Ranch 6030 Highway 1 Cayucos, 805-686-5175 www.swallowcreekranch.com

•Vina Robles 3700 Mill Road Paso Robles, 805-227-4812 www.vinarobles.com

|MATCHMAKING|

• DJs •Cupid’s Coach 2625 Townsgate Road • Bands Westlake Village, 877-345-5683 www.cupidscoach.com • Harpists Coordinating live music, DJs, & entertainment • String Quartets for over 20 years. |MUSIC & ENTERTAINMENT| • Chamber Groups •Bruce Barrios Mobile Disc Jockey • Brass Ensembles Ventura, 805-658-7565

• Classical Guitarists •Cover 2 Cover Music & Entertainment • Bagpipers Thousand Oaks, 805-492-8150 www.cover2covermusic.com • Steel Drums 805.492.8150 ...and much more! www.cover2covermusic.com •Gold Dust Entertainment Agoura Hills, 800-700-2877 www.golddustentertainment.com 132 | 805 weddings 2008 EDITION •Harp Music by Vonette & Musical Networks 805-531-3725 web.mac.com/vonharp

Harpworks Music Woodland Hills, 818-888-2661 www.harpworksmusic.com

Pipe Dream Flutes 818-640-5896 pipedreamflutes.googlepages.com/home

|OFFICIANTS|

The Rev. Jerry Bellamy 805-687-4248 www.santabarbaraweddingminister.com

•The Rev. Barbara Laughray A Hallmark Wedding Calabasas, 805-496-3988 www.revbarbaralaughray.com

The Rev. John Martin 805-484-9222

•The Rev. John Southwick Valley Orthodox Church 3205 Fletcher St. Simi Valley, 805-522-5186 818.912.1433 www.wemarryyou.com serving southern california •Dr. Kimber Lee Wilkes Elegant Weddings Custom Cake Studio www.asweetdesign.info Westlake Village, 818-889-8706 www.theringplease.com

|ON-SITE CHILD CARE|

The Little Guest 805-688-1812 www.thelittleguest.com

|PARTY FAVORS|

Good Fortunes (custom fortune cookies) 21218 Vanowen Canoga Park, 818-595-1555 www.goodfortunes.com

HotCookie.com 805-564-2397 www.hotcookie.com

Jessica Foster Confections Santa Barbara, 805-637-6985 & ASSOCIATES www.jessicafosterconfections.com

Marry Me Favors 310-542-3857 www.marrymefavors.com

Santa Barbara Chocolate Co. Expert Wedding 805-477-7682 www.santabarbarachocolate.com Consultant & Coordinator

Truffle Garden San Luis Obispo, 805-788-4688 10 years experience www.trufflegarden.com 805.653.5351 |PARTY RENTALS & www.tobykay.net EVENT PRODUCTION| email: [email protected] Amigo Party Rentals 665 N. Ventura Ave. Ventura, 805-653-6518 www.amigopartyrental.com » = • ADVERTISER 2008 EDITION 805 weddings | 133 BRIDAL | RESOURCES

Bella Vista Designs LBPS Elizabeth Messina Photography Santa Barbara, 805-966-9616 Santa Barbara, 805-201-6262 310-779-9151 www.bellavistadesigns.com www.lbpsevents.com www.elizabethmessina.com

•The Cappuccino Club Wildflower Linen •Harmony Wedding Photography 4856 Amalfi Way Pacific Design Center Los Angeles, 323-788-1306 Oxnard, 805-815-4185 8687 Melrose Ave. www.harmonyweddingphotography.com www.thecappuccinoclub.com Los Angeles, 310-360-9899 www.wildflowerlinens.com Jeff Newsom Photographer •Classic Party Rentals 805-610-4337 1120 Mark Ave. | | www.jeffnewsom.com Carpinteria, 805-566-3566 PARTY RENTALS—TENTS or Raj Tents Jennifer S. Rau Photography 2310 E. Imperial Highway 2908 Oregon Court 805-496-8191 El Segundo, 310-535-3660 Torrance, 310-320-6600 www.jsrphotography.com www.classicpartyrentals.com www.rajtents.com Joan Allen Event Rents The Tent Merchant 310-614-3215 4350 Transport St. 301 E. Gutierrez St. www.joanallenstudio.com Ventura, 805-658-3636 Santa Barbara, 805-963-6064 www.eventrents.com www.thetentmerchant.com Jose Villa Photography 1470 Aarhus Drive Solvang, 805-688-8654 |PHOTO BOOTHS| www.josevillaphoto.com

LA Photo Party Judi Bumstead Photography 310-997-0019 Newbury Park, 805-208-5492 www.laphotoparty.com www.judibumsteadphotography.com

Red Cheese •Kimberlee Miller Photography 888-770-2266 Moorpark, 805-529-8489 www.redcheese.com www.kimberleemiller.com

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