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The Slow Motion Booth
We have had the privilege of performing for so many beautiful weddings, and today's vendor spotlight showcases our new favorite interactive video booth, The Slow Motion Booth.
We experienced firsthand just how hilarious and memorable this booth was at a wedding in Malibu with our band The A-List. The videos speak for themselves:
The Slow Motion Booth's set up was very impressive and easy to envision at any venue. Throughout the night, guests had fun choosing from the props that were provided and watching their videos on instant playback.
For more information on this awesome company, visit theslowmotionbooth.com.
Gold Standard + CASBO EVENT
CASBO and our band, Gold Standard, partnered up for their annual conference to create an amazing night for all of their guests at the Pasadena Convention Center last year.
CASBO definitely brought on a night of festivities by having incredible food and entertainment such as roulette table and so much more.
Not only did they try to keep their guests in an awesome environment but turned it up a notch by letting us do what we love to do! The night was filled with dancing and laughter as soon as Gold Standard took the stage.
Winter Wedding Destinations
The term “Destination Wedding” commonly incites imagery of blue oceans and white sandy beaches, but wintertime can be just as intimate and appealing for the big day if you find the right location.
For a true winter wonderland wedding, surrounding yourself with a snowy landscape and warm, luxurious accommodations is key, not to mention the added bonus of roaring fireplaces, horse drawn carriages, lodging with mountain views and more!
Get inspired to cozy up and say “I Do” with these images from real weddings, and check out our recommended locations for your dream destination winter wedding:
Hotel de Glace (Quebec City, Quebec)
ICEHOTEL (Jukkasjärvi, Sweden)
The Ranch at Rock Creek (Philipsburg, MO)
The Ritz-Carlton, Lake Tahoe (Lake Tahoe, CA)
Snapmotive
Our Vendor Spotlight for today goes out to a very talented artist, Snapmotive aka Daniel Han! Snapmotive produces amazing photos by keeping it simple and effortlessly capturing a love story between couples. Check out some of his work!
Take a look at the details!
It's been a pleasure for us to witness Snapmotive in action and we couldn't be more showcase their work. For more info please head to their site at www.snapmotive.com
The Booth Bus
Create an exciting experience for your guests and family at your special day by adding a new, modern and hip photo booth! Check out whats "in" in the world of event photo booths and check out one of our favorites, The Booth Bus!
We had the pleasure of seeing The Booth Bus at one of our weddings and we were amazed at how many people gravitated towards their booth! Don't hesitate and check out their website! www.theboothbus.com
Where Should You Host Your Wedding?
So you are planning your wedding and starting to think about the big question, "Where will I host my big day?" The location of the wedding will make a huge impact of the feel and atmosphere of the day. Picking a good venue or location can seem like a daunting task but if we start by figuring out the region you feel would work best, we can start to narrow down the field quickly.
When thinking about location some factors to consider are:
a.) who do I want in attendance?
b.) how many people do I want in attendance?
If you are looking to have an intimate wedding, a destination wedding could be unforgettable!
The easier or the harder you make it for your loved ones to make an appearance will help determine the number of guests and what to start planning for.
Other things to consider are:
1.) Do you live in a warm place or want to get married somewhere warm?
2.) Does Europe call your name?
3.) Or does travel just sound fun?!
There are countless reasons and places to get married so we are gonna spend the next few weeks talking about fun exciting places to make your big day the most memorable!
At the end of the day, what matters most is spending your special moment with the people you love but doing it away from home is always fun!
Julie Lee Wedding Planners
We had the pleasure of working with Julie and her team and all we can say is wow! Check out more of their stuff and all that they have to offer to make your special day even more special. www.julieleeweddings.com
They have a ton of color palettes to cast vision of what your wedding can look like; and from experience they are more than capable of executing and producing exactly what you're looking for.
Intimate Wedding Venues
Want an intimate wedding? Take a look at a few of our favorite venues to have the perfect intimate setting for your special day! We've had the pleasure of performing at all 3 locations and all we can say is, they are all great.
1. The Ruby Street
The Ruby Street is definitely a place that can change into whatever you'd want it to look, feel and envision it to be. For more info head on down to The Ruby Street!
2. SmogShoppe
If you're looking for a modern and industrial space, look no further because SmogShoppe is the venue for you! Head to their website and take a look at their work.
3. The Sunset Restaurant
The Sunset Restaurant in Malibu is a venue that fits the criteria of a California wedding. From a ceremony on the sand to a beach vibe reception, this is one way to celebrate your DAY!
The A-List + AVALON Hollywood
Our #SundaySpotlight goes to this awesome venue that's located in the heart of Hollywood, AVALON! Dance band The A-List had the opportunity to do a private event this past Saturday and it was definitely an awesome time. Check it out!
For more info please visit www.avalonhollywood.com
Winter Engagement Photoshoots Inspo
Happy Engagement Season once again! It gets a bit tricky when the holiday season hits but here are a few ideas to stay in the spirit of the holidays and in the spirit of your wedding.
We've found some awesome photoshoots that includes both, check them out!
These are just a few ideas and theres so much more. Get out there and get creative!
Photography: India Earl | Colin Cowie Weddings
Top California Wedding Venues
In celebration of the start of engagement season, we couldn’t help but share our favorite California wedding venues for our soon-to-be brides looking for their dream-wedding destination! And yes, we’ve worked with all of these!
1. THE RESORT AT PELICAN HILL (NEWPORT BEACH, CA)
For more information, visit www.pelicanhill.com
2. VIBIANA (LOS ANGELES, CA)
For more information, visit www.vibiana.com
3. SADDLEROCK RANCH (MALIBU, CA)
For more information, visit www.saddlerock-ranch.com
Blake Entertainment
Downbeat LA bands love traveling outside of their home base in California to perform at destination weddings and events around the world. Gold Standard recently came back from their second annual trip to Hawaii working with event planning company, Blake Entertainment.
Melissa Blake and her team are an absolute dream to work with and are incredibly accommodating to the needs of both their clients and vendors. From rolling out the red carpet to creating impressive themes with gorgeous décor, they can do it all!
For more information on Blake Entertainment, visit them at blakeentertainmenthawaii.com.
DPARK Photo & Video
Having recently worked with California-based photo and film team DPARK at Mirei and Ben’s Monoarch Beach Resort wedding, we couldn’t recommend them more after seeing the quality of work they produced as well as witnessing the professionalism they exhibited.
Junebug Weddings impressively named the DPARK team one of the “World’s Best Wedding Photographers.” And if that isn’t enough, EventDV Magazine lists them amongst the “Top 25 Hottest and Most Influential Event Flimmakers in the World.”
We consider ourselves lucky to get to work with DPARK on weddings and events in California. See how gorgeous their work is for yourself:
Same Day Edit
Holiday Wedding DOs & DON'Ts
Everyone celebrates and observes holidays differently, which is why it’s important to consider the following DO’s and DON’Ts of booking your wedding on or around a major holiday.
- Do give guests as much notice as possible. Travel costs are always inflated around holidays, and family members who typically go on vacation will need to plan accordingly.
- Don’t be surprised when prices are higher. Venues and vendors may charge higher rates during holiday weekends. If your budget is tight, consider the Friday or Monday over a long weekend, as Saturday’s and Sunday’s are the more expensive days for weddings.
- Do incorporate holiday elements into your ceremony and reception. This can be in the form of favors, music, signature cocktails, or more!
- Don't be disappointed if the guest count isn’t as high as you expected, as holiday celebrations can be very important to some people who aren’t willing to sacrifice their traditions.
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Photography: The Bride Link | Martha Stewart
Wild Heart Events
Santa Barbara wedding and event design company, Wild Heart Events, is beyond impressive to work with! It is clear how dedicated the entire team is to their clients and fellow vendors when it comes to executing a big day.
The great thing about Wild Heart Events is that they cater to their couples and clients, whether they are looking for partial or full service planning.
For more information on Wild Heart Events, visit wildheartevents.com.
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How To Brand Your Wedding
Your wedding brand is the overall look and feel of your special day. Here are the steps to consider when choosing the brand you want for your wedding:
1. What represents you as a couple?
This can be applied to either the general aesthetic or specific elements such as flowers, colors, etc. As a couple, are you more romantic? Rustic? Modern? Inspiration boards can be helpful in determining this.
2. What colors do you love or are important to you?
This might simply be your favorite color, or you can let the season you’re getting married in determine these as well, but having a color palette and a selected metallic or texture/pattern is a step in the right direction of branding.
3. Select fonts or create custom logo
Fonts and logos can be used throughout the entire process, from save-the-dates all the way up to wedding day escort cards and signs. Additionally, if you have a family crest or can create a custom logo that resembles who you are as a couple, this is a wonderful touch to include on all of your stationary items.
4. Which details will you choose to convey the overall look and feel for your night?
Details are the final step in bringing your wedding brand to life. Signature cocktails, desserts, music selection and various reception activities can all be representative of who you are and help to create the desired environment for your wedding.
Bacara Resort & Spa
If you’re looking for luxury, Bacara Resort & Spa delivers far beyond expectation! AMFM recently helped celebrate Elizabeth and Philip’s wedding at this gorgeous Santa Barbara venue.
We absolutely love the dramatic ocean view atop their outdoor ceremony and reception site, The Bluff, and have also had the pleasure of performing in the Bacara Ballroom for indoor receptions as well.
Bacara truly offers everything California brides and grooms could ever ask for!
For more information on Bacara Resort & Spa in Santa Barbara, visit meritagecollection.com/bacararesort.
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Photography: XOXO Bride | Magnolia Event Design
Wedding Day Signs You Need
Welcome signs, directional posters, bar rules and food menus are just a few examples of the types of signs we recommend having at weddings to prevent guests from asking questions and wondering what comes next.
Most planners and venues will have insight on this, but DIY brides can have fun and get creative as well! Here are important signs every wedding needs.
WELCOME
Consider a big custom framed sign to excite guests and let them know they’re in the right place!
DIRECTIONAL
Avoid any issues with navigating around a large venue with strategically placed directional signs to all of the key areas, including ceremony, cocktail hour, reception and bar.
FOOD AND DRINK
Do you have a signature cocktail? Are there specific bar rules guests must follow? Serving late night snacks? These are all important things you’ll want to communicate to guests on signs that can be placed on bar tops and food stations.
BRIDE AND GROOM/CELEBRATORY
Personal touches on the backs of your dinner chairs or at guest check-in signs create more excitement on the big day. Whether it’s a simple, “Mr. & Mrs.” sign or something more elaborate, make it personal and appropriate for you as a couple.
David Hutchinson
Our Sunday Spotlight goes to this incredible film maker who had the chance of working with! It's hard to understand how an individual can capture the special moments knowing that theres a lot, but David Hutchinson can. If you don't believe us, check out some of his work below!
For more info, head to his website and view his other works! www.davidhutchinsonmedia.com
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