"Our wedding day went by incredibly fast, but so smoothly as well! You and Niki did a fantastic job at allowing us and our families to totally enjoy the day, and not worry about hickups or logistics! The vendors you suggested were fantastic - Phoenix (DELICIOUS food! So many positive comments), AMS (professional and fun!), Savvi Skin and TD Parker Salon (both were amazing!) not to mention Spanish Oaks as an event site and Amy Wellenkamp! Our families were happy, we were happy, and I can't wait to relive the day with seeing the rest of the photos as well as the video."
Nicole
Bride
September 20 Wedding
September 26, 2008
September 24, 2008
September 20, 2008 Nicole + Dan
Nicole and Dan had a very beautiful wedding this past weekend. They met while at Cal Poly, and have since relocated to the Bay area. Their tear-filled Catholic ceremony at the Mission was followed by a dance party reception at Spanish Oaks in Santa Margarita. Nicole chose bright royal blue and silver, with simple and sweet wild flower arrangements to compliment the venue.
We hope that you have a long and happy life together as husband and wife! Congratulations!
Vendors: Mission San Luis Obispo de Tolosa, Spanish Oaks Ranch, Amy Wellenkamp Photography, Fleur Flowers, Phoenix Fine Catering, Morning Star Creations, AMS Entertainment, Unlimited Events
All photos by Amy Wellenkamp photography
September 20, 2008
Applause! September 13 Wedding
"I highly recommend Events Redefined! Jonnell and Niki were incredibly helpful and really pulled everything together. They worked well with our vendors and made everything run so smoothly. And...they did it all with a smile!"
Tami
Bride
September 13 Wedding
Tami
Bride
September 13 Wedding
September 15, 2008
Tami + Mat, September 13, 2008
This past weekend was Mat and Tami's wedding at the lovely Eagle Castle Winery off of Highway 46 West. Mat and Tami are just the nicest couple ever, hailing all the way from the midwest for their big day.
The original plan was to have their ceremony on the rooftop Sunrise terrace, and their reception on the Sunset terrace. However, after the entire reception was set up Mother Nature had other plans for us! It was so windy that 30 minutes before ceremony start time we had to break down the ENTIRE reception, move everything (tables, chairs, you name it!) downstairs to the ballroom, and re-set all of the tables! Jonnell and I felt like we were on some wedding reality show! Thankfully, the caterers were there to help us and the rooftop ceremony started on time as planned.
This was another wedding that was planned mostly via email. And even though Tami is a former wedding coordinator, it was Mat who was our primary contact and planner! You did an excellent job spoiling your new wife, Mat! We wish you guys the best!
Vendors-
Photographer- Mike Larson, Inc.
Venues- Sue Casa Bed and Breakfast + Eagle Castle Winery
Caterer- Trumpet Vine Catering
Baker- The Cakery
Florist- Panacea
Ceremony Music- Paul Dunn, Bagpiper
DJ- Central Coast DJ
Rentals- Unlimited Events, Inc.
Officiant- Barbara Koenig
Transportation- Gold Coast Limo
Hair- Studio 522
September 9, 2008
Applause! September 6 Wedding
"Thanks so much for everything!! Yesterday was amazing and everyone loved the wedding. Also, everyone commented how nice and on top of things you guys were!! We couldn't have done this without you!"
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Melanie
Bride
September 6 Wedding
"Thank you so much for your wonderful planning and execution of Saturday's event! Melanie and Gavin were on cloud 9 (still are) and the way you and Niki helped them throughout was both professional and caring. You make a great team."
Karen
Mother of the Bride
September 6 Wedding
"Thanks for all you did to make this such a perfect event in Melanie, Gavin, and our lives."
Alan
Father of the Bride
September 6 Wedding
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Melanie
Bride
September 6 Wedding
"Thank you so much for your wonderful planning and execution of Saturday's event! Melanie and Gavin were on cloud 9 (still are) and the way you and Niki helped them throughout was both professional and caring. You make a great team."
Karen
Mother of the Bride
September 6 Wedding
"Thanks for all you did to make this such a perfect event in Melanie, Gavin, and our lives."
Alan
Father of the Bride
September 6 Wedding
"Hello Jonnell + Niki! The wedding was A-MAZ-ING on Saturday! Thanks for doing such awesome work and for keeping me on track and comfy. "
Cameron Ingalls
Photographer
September 6 Wedding
Cameron Ingalls
Photographer
September 6 Wedding
September 8, 2008
Melanie + Gavin, September 6, 2008
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This past weekend was Melanie and Gavin's wedding! They are both Cal Poly alums who live on the east coast, so Jonnell and I didn't meet either of them (in person) until just days before the rehearsal.
We enjoyed working with Laurel from Adornments to bring Melanie's distinct vision to life. This proves that you can plan 99% of a wedding via email! We also finally had a chance to work with Cameron Ingalls! He was nice enough to let us use his images on our promotional materials when we were just starting out, without knowing who we were or if we could even coordinate a wedding. Thank you Cameron for having faith in us!
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Their ceremony was held on the bluffs at South Palisades Park in Pismo Beach and their reception was just a short drive inland to Holland Ranch. Holland Ranch is an AWESOME venue that both Jonnell and I have fallen in love with. We actually just booked it for our MBHS 10 year high school reunion next year! But back to Melanie and Gavin...their wedding was one big party! Gavin's cousin even brought his vintage A&W rootbeer float truck- the coolest thing we've ever seen! Everyone danced the night away to San Luis Jazz Band and the groom's ipod mix...with glow sticks to boot!
Thanks for letting us be a part of the party! Congrats!
Vendors-
*Featured in Southern Weddings Magazine*
*Featured in The Knot: Southern California Fall/Winter Issue 2009*
Photographer- Cameron Ingalls, Inc.
Ceremony Location- South Palisades Park
Reception Venue- Holland Ranch
Caterer- Phoenix Fine Catering
Baker- Cakes by Judy
Florist- Adornments
Entertainment- San Luis Jazz Band
Rentals- Got You Cover'd
Hair- Sunnie Brook Jones
*Featured in The Knot: Southern California Fall/Winter Issue 2009*
Photographer- Cameron Ingalls, Inc.
Ceremony Location- South Palisades Park
Reception Venue- Holland Ranch
Caterer- Phoenix Fine Catering
Baker- Cakes by Judy
Florist- Adornments
Entertainment- San Luis Jazz Band
Rentals- Got You Cover'd
Hair- Sunnie Brook Jones
September 1, 2008
10 Things to Never Do at a Wedding
Taken from "Foxy Festivities" by Elycia Rubin & Rita Mauceri
The day two people exchange vows may not be your special day, but it's someone's special day, so be on your best behavior -- all the way from the I -do's to the obligatory Gloria Gaynor dance marathon...
Don't Be Fashionably Late As the song says, get to the church on time! Allow enough time to get to there 15 minutes early or more no matter what weather, traffic, or other acts of divine intervention pop up. Print out directions to both the ceremony and the reception (if it's at a different location). Many a wedding has been hampered by guests who got lost and showed up an hour late.
Don't Produce Sound Effects While at a wedding and reception, turn off your Blackberries and cell phones, put them on vibrate, or better yet, don't even take them!
Don't Talk Trash It may sound obvious, but it happens all the time. No matter how big or how loud a wedding is, things get overheard. So, be on your best and most polite behavior. No gossip about any of the other guests. No complaining out loud about anything -- whether it's the food or the long line at the ladies' room. And no comparisons to other weddings! As far as the bride and groom are concerned, this is a perfect day, and so it should be!
Don't Come Bearing Gifts Whether you're planning on gifting the happy couple a Cuisinart or cold hard cash, do them a huge favor and don't bring it on the wedding day. If you do, they have to keep track of it and haul it home at the end of the night. Send the gift ahead of time, or after the actual ceremony -- at a time when they can really relax and enjoy it.
**Note from Events Redefined-- While sending the gift ahead of time is convenient, it is definitely okay to bring the gift to the reception. Especially if they have a coordinator, because most likely we're the ones hauling the gifts out to the car and keeping track of loose cards. **
Don't Dress Down Whatever you choose to wear, make the effort to look your best for the bride and groom. They'll appreciate that you got dolled or duded up for the occasion. If the invitation doesn't specify dress code, put in a friendly email or call to the bride, groom, their parents, or attendants to get more info. Black Tie means you've got to dust off that long silk dress or rent a tux. If it's an outdoor affair, there may be more leeway, but get details on the location, so you can come prepared (because it's isn't fun to be traipsing around in the sand in your stilettos!).
Don't Bring Mr. or Ms. Random If you're single, choose your date carefully. If it's someone you've only been out with once, it may not be the best idea (could be awkward for you, your date, and the newlyweds). Same if it's someone you recently "sort of" broke up with. Weddings are intimate affairs and bringing in a stranger should be done with thought. Let the bride or groom know if you decide to come alone so they can seat you with other fun "ones!" And as much as you may love your kiddos, don't take them if children aren't invited.
Don't Steal the Show Wedding ceremonies take all forms -- from religious to poetic, musical, or humorous. Whatever the vibe, let the bride and groom set the tone and follow their lead. If you're normally a loud, life-of-the-party type, bring it down a notch and let the wedding couple stand out. If you're a weeper, bring tissues and sit where you can sob without disturbing the I Do's. If the ceremony includes religious rituals, find out what you should do (or not do) ahead of time.
Don't Pig Out If food is serve-yourself, avoid the buffet line stampede and wait until the crowd dies down. Also, avoid going back for thirds. Take a break and save room for cake! Seconds might be okay, once you've seen that everyone has eaten. If the food is served sit-down, eat what is served without requesting substitutions or omissions, unless you have a food allergy. Otherwise, pick delicately or chow down, but don't gripe that you "don't like fish." Worse comes to worst, you can hit Burger King on the way home!
Don't Drag Out Skeletons If the bride blushes, it should be from pride, joy, or sheer love. Not because someone just stood up and told a humiliating story about the loser she dated in high school! Ingratiate yourself to the lady and her groom by avoiding any potentially embarrassing or juvenile behavior -- no bawdy jokes, no tales about their dating habits or exploits, no overdrinking, and no overly sexy dancing. Have fun, but don't have it at anyone else's expense.
Don't Stockpile Party Favors At the end of the night, as you're saying your thank-yous and farewells, avoid the urge to hog all the super-cool (or yummy) party favors! You don't need to take some for people who weren't able to attend. You don't need extras. Take one for yourself, unless someone in the wedding party urges you to do otherwise.
The day two people exchange vows may not be your special day, but it's someone's special day, so be on your best behavior -- all the way from the I -do's to the obligatory Gloria Gaynor dance marathon...
Don't Be Fashionably Late As the song says, get to the church on time! Allow enough time to get to there 15 minutes early or more no matter what weather, traffic, or other acts of divine intervention pop up. Print out directions to both the ceremony and the reception (if it's at a different location). Many a wedding has been hampered by guests who got lost and showed up an hour late.
Don't Produce Sound Effects While at a wedding and reception, turn off your Blackberries and cell phones, put them on vibrate, or better yet, don't even take them!
Don't Talk Trash It may sound obvious, but it happens all the time. No matter how big or how loud a wedding is, things get overheard. So, be on your best and most polite behavior. No gossip about any of the other guests. No complaining out loud about anything -- whether it's the food or the long line at the ladies' room. And no comparisons to other weddings! As far as the bride and groom are concerned, this is a perfect day, and so it should be!
Don't Come Bearing Gifts Whether you're planning on gifting the happy couple a Cuisinart or cold hard cash, do them a huge favor and don't bring it on the wedding day. If you do, they have to keep track of it and haul it home at the end of the night. Send the gift ahead of time, or after the actual ceremony -- at a time when they can really relax and enjoy it.
**Note from Events Redefined-- While sending the gift ahead of time is convenient, it is definitely okay to bring the gift to the reception. Especially if they have a coordinator, because most likely we're the ones hauling the gifts out to the car and keeping track of loose cards. **
Don't Dress Down Whatever you choose to wear, make the effort to look your best for the bride and groom. They'll appreciate that you got dolled or duded up for the occasion. If the invitation doesn't specify dress code, put in a friendly email or call to the bride, groom, their parents, or attendants to get more info. Black Tie means you've got to dust off that long silk dress or rent a tux. If it's an outdoor affair, there may be more leeway, but get details on the location, so you can come prepared (because it's isn't fun to be traipsing around in the sand in your stilettos!).
Don't Bring Mr. or Ms. Random If you're single, choose your date carefully. If it's someone you've only been out with once, it may not be the best idea (could be awkward for you, your date, and the newlyweds). Same if it's someone you recently "sort of" broke up with. Weddings are intimate affairs and bringing in a stranger should be done with thought. Let the bride or groom know if you decide to come alone so they can seat you with other fun "ones!" And as much as you may love your kiddos, don't take them if children aren't invited.
Don't Steal the Show Wedding ceremonies take all forms -- from religious to poetic, musical, or humorous. Whatever the vibe, let the bride and groom set the tone and follow their lead. If you're normally a loud, life-of-the-party type, bring it down a notch and let the wedding couple stand out. If you're a weeper, bring tissues and sit where you can sob without disturbing the I Do's. If the ceremony includes religious rituals, find out what you should do (or not do) ahead of time.
Don't Pig Out If food is serve-yourself, avoid the buffet line stampede and wait until the crowd dies down. Also, avoid going back for thirds. Take a break and save room for cake! Seconds might be okay, once you've seen that everyone has eaten. If the food is served sit-down, eat what is served without requesting substitutions or omissions, unless you have a food allergy. Otherwise, pick delicately or chow down, but don't gripe that you "don't like fish." Worse comes to worst, you can hit Burger King on the way home!
Don't Drag Out Skeletons If the bride blushes, it should be from pride, joy, or sheer love. Not because someone just stood up and told a humiliating story about the loser she dated in high school! Ingratiate yourself to the lady and her groom by avoiding any potentially embarrassing or juvenile behavior -- no bawdy jokes, no tales about their dating habits or exploits, no overdrinking, and no overly sexy dancing. Have fun, but don't have it at anyone else's expense.
Don't Stockpile Party Favors At the end of the night, as you're saying your thank-yous and farewells, avoid the urge to hog all the super-cool (or yummy) party favors! You don't need to take some for people who weren't able to attend. You don't need extras. Take one for yourself, unless someone in the wedding party urges you to do otherwise.
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