Duo Catering & Events is known for crafting their inspired, innovative menus from only the best, local growers, and resources, and for always producing delectable seasonal fare.  Amongst Duo’s vast group of loyal followers (many who also enjoy Duo’s phenomenal Dinners-to-Go service)  there has been a outcry for a product line of some of their [...]

Today the Pantone Palette isn’t just for your graphic designer or your event designer–Pantone colors are everywhere.  You may even remember a post on this blog about some fabulous Pantone folding chairs a couple of months ago.  If you have a fondness for Fall colors you may want to sample some of these pretty Pantone [...]

There’s a new gourmet flatbread pizza menu in Santa Barbara and it’s available from Fire and Ice Events right in the heart of the funk zone. Fire and Ice Events has been providing outstanding food and stellar service for private events for years. Just recently, they began offering an assortment of fresh, mouth-watering, made to [...]

Town and Country Event Rentals is already hard at work designing and manufacturing their latest chic lines of event furniture for release this Fall 2011.  Two new lines will be available this Fall for your late 2011 or 2012 events. The “Montreal” line offers four pieces with elegant French styling and bold contemporary charcoal palate. The [...]

The other weekend I was wandering through the C.A.L.M. Antique Show and came across this most lovely framed wedding handkerchief.  This was the second time I had seen one of these framed wedding handkerchiefs and thought it was a brilliant idea. It’s a simple thing to do and can be placed on a solid background [...]

I’m pretty sure if you’re online reading a wedding blog, you’re already familiar with the crafter-vintage-shopping mecca called Etsy. It’s a great resource for wedding accessories, dresses, etc. (which we will re-visit in another post soon) but today I wanted to explore the vintage side of Etsy.  With so many destination weddings in Santa Barbara [...]

Santa Barbara based, Lazaro Press & Design created these darling, custom save-the-dates for Victoria and Justin.  Each announcement was uniquely printed on a vintage, lace-trimmed linen handkerchief and delicately wrapped for mailing on a coordinating card with a tiny lock or key.  I just love this inviting design with a dash of vintage charm. . [...]

These adorable tote bags by Lazaro Press feature a hand-drawn map of Santa Barbara and Montecito, and are offered in a variety of beautiful colors. Perfect for welcoming out of town guests, bridesmaids gifts, or to buy for yourself  a fun memento from your destination wedding in Santa Barbara. You can order your tote bags [...]

Continuing with the Fiesta inspiration, I’m excited to share the cutest Fiesta inspired gift boxes created by Santa Barbara Gift Baskets (AKA Be Gifted) and Lazaro Press & Design. The packaging itself is completely adorable with a hinged wooden box, adorned with a beautiful vintage Santa Barbara “Bienvenidos” (welcome) label, all tied up with a [...]

Choosing the perfect dress goes hand in hand with choosing the perfect location. Your dress should reflect the feeling of where you decide to say ‘I Do’. The secret is to match style to style without losing your own personal identity. Stay true to your taste and ensure your dress works with your body type. [...]