Since things have finally calmed down a little bit after my wedding, I'm happy to be able to share a few things from it! My bridal shower was thrown for me by my mother and sister in October at one of my favorite restaurants in Marin, Tavern at Lark Creek. I do a lot of weddings there, and it is the quaintest place with some of the best comfort food, plus their famous butterscotch pudding. I got to pick our our three course menu options for the guests, which was a late brunch. We started with a Greek yogurt fruit and granola parfait, a choice of a country eggs Benedict, a veggie scramble or a Cobb salad, followed with their butterscotch pudding for dessert. Along with perfect mimosa's, it was an amazing meal! 
 
My sister took over everything regarding the planning and went all out to create an "Around The Clock" shower theme. I was so busy in October with the business weddings as well as the finishing touches on ours, that I had to hand it all over. It was hard, but she really paid attention to every single detail. It was so nice to be honored and showered with love by my friends and family. Enjoy these photos by Nicole Paulson (there are some more images over on her blog as well).

Each guest received a personalized escort card packet that let them know what table they were seated at as well as all the game forms

The invitations gave each guest a time for them to structure their gift around. If they forgot the hand stamped time clock tag my sister included in the invitation, she had more for the guests when they arrived. She thought of everything!

This wedding was so beautiful, and we're so happy to share the feature that is in the new Ceremony Magazine, on shelves now. Lexy & Yates were married at the timeless Flood Mansion, and the design and planning was done by Brittani Waldman. Their photographers were Erin and Dave from Ben Chrisman Photography, which we will be featuring here soon!

Cheers,

I have not only used Minted for my own events, my clients use them as well. Their products are printed on quality papers, and they are really helpful and thorough to make sure your order is to perfection. This month, they are giving away a $500 gift certificate towards your wedding stationery! One winner will be drawn per week, so you have multiple chances to win!

Enter now through this link, and good luck!! 
 
Cheers,

Every wedding we do is so special, and we really love it when we can share those weddings with everyone as with Jenn & Caleb's wedding from October which was just featured on Style Me Pretty California.

Their wedding was perfect in every way, and captured everything about what they enjoy and what inspires them. We also shared this wedding on our blog, so you can see more images and links to the vendors here. 
 
Cheers,

GUMP'S PRESENTS San Francisco's Most Elegant Bridal Event 
 
SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 12, 2012 
11:00 A.M. TO 1:00 P.M. 
 
We've brought together a team of experts to inspire and assist you 
in planning your wedding. Sip sparkling wine and enjoy a continental brunch 
by Taste Caterings as you stroll among the gorgeous tables created by our stylists. 
 
$30 PER PERSON 
 
To purchase tickets online, click here. 
 
Please call 415.984.9250 for tickets and more information. 
 
135 Post Street, San Francisco, CA 
Complimentary Valet Parking 
Complimentary Gift Bag of Surprises 
 
 
TABLETOP PLATINUM SPONSORS: Alberto Pinto ? Anna Weatherly ? 
Baccarat ? Cristal Saint-Louis ? Bernardaud ? Buccellati Silver ? Ercuis ? 
Haviland-Parlon ? Hermes ? Jaune de Chrome ? Jean-Louis Coquet ? 
Jean Couzon ? Mariposa ? Mottahedeh ? Puiforcat ? Raynaud ? 
Robbe and Berking ?Rogaska ? Simon Pearce 
 
PLUS: 
- Representatives from Gump's China, Crystal, Silver, Jewelry 
and Stationery Galleries. 
- Visit our Bridal Lounge to meet bridal expert Kathleen Rende and 
Katie Nichols as they give you the scoop on our Wedding & 
Gift Registry and our upcoming Charm School. 
- Brides who make an appointment and create registry by the end 
of May 31, 2012, will be eligible for 20% off the completed order. 
 
WEDDING PARTNERS SHOWING EXCLUSIVELY AT OUR EVENT: 
Chardonnay & Sparkling Wine: Iron Horse 
Flowers: Kathleen Deery Design 
Wedding Planner: Laurie Arons Special Events 
Photography: Andria Lo 
Catering: Taste Catering 
Desserts: Yigit Pura, Executive Pastry Chef, Taste Catering and Winner of Top Chef Just Desserts 2010 who will be providing wedding cake consultations. 
Candy & Favors Boutique: Miette 
Contemporary Couture Collection: Christopher Collins from Project Runway contestant, Season 8 
Design Décor Production: Blueprint Studios 
Hair & Makeup: Joseph Cozza Salon 
Wedding Gowns: Marina Morrison Bridal Salon 
Music/DJ Services: Sounds Ahead 
Live Entertainment: BACKSWING 
Wedding Cakes: Fleur de Lisa  
Hotel: The Palace 
Calligrapher: Billy Ola Hutchinson 
Book Bindery and Graphic Design: Jade Studio Productions 
Cupcakes: Sift Cupcakes & Desserts 
Jewelry: Gump's Fine Jewelry and Jewelry by Nikki Baker

Meet with local wedding vendors hand-picked by a premier wedding planner. Different than a bridal show, these tours take an intimate approach to wedding planning that is not only educational but a lot of fun too.