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member spotlight :: pink star design

admin — Wed, 18 Jan 2012 22:00:31 +0000

photos courtesy of Pink Star Design

Jenn Ragusa rocks out invitations with her company Pink Star Design. Based out of San Diego, but servicing all of the US & international, her mantra is “Invite With Style!” As a member of Weddings of Distinction, Jenn & Pink Star exudes quality. Guidance, etiquette, creating a perfect match for your vision…these aspects are what she is all about. After all, your invitation is the first impression of your wedding.

Their aim is to create couture invitations at a reasonable price. Pink Star is very unique in that they are one of the few local invitation businesses who design, print & produce the invites, save-the-dates, seating charts, favor tags, place cards, etc. in house. They are everything paper. Pink Star offers additional services such as complete assembly, mailing & computer or hand calligraphy.

Five pieces of advice:

1) Your invitation is the 1^st impression for your guests. Choose to reflect your tastes & personality.

2) Ask upfront about additional costs: extra fees for color, insert card, return address printing, etc.

3) Quality. Can you touch & feel the product ahead of time? Thickness, feel, style, quality?

4) You, the bride, must proof the product. Have others (family, friends) read it & double-check for spelling & style.

5) Caution ~ if shopping online, look at their return policy, options, reprint fees, etc.

Pink Star Design will create a custom designed invitation to match your dream & vision. Trust the professional to take care of your special day’s 1^st impression!!

member spotlight :: the prado at balboa park + lois mathews design

admin — Fri, 10 Jun 2011 06:51:28 +0000

Andrea Pena – Catering Sales Manager at The Prado at Balboa Park

Come discover why there is nothing else like The Prado at Balboa Park! Even the most discriminating bride will fall in love with its natural beauty and stylish setting. Create your dream wedding in the historical gardens at the House of Hospitality, in the elegant banquet rooms or the grandeur of the historic Casa Del Rey Moro Gardens. With over 22,000 square feet of indoor and outdoor event space you can have an intimate wedding with only 20 guests or a grande feast with 2,000 guests! Contact Andrea Pena, the Catering Sales Manager, so you can take a personalized tour of the most stunningly romantic venue in all of San Diego.

1549 El Prado Suite 12
San Diego, CA 92101

Andrea Pena
Phone: (619) 557-9441 x213
Web Site:www.balboaparkweddings.com
E-mail: andrea@pradobalboa.com

Lois Mathews, of Lois Mathews Design, is dedicated to creating a unique wedding for each and every bride. Lois’ years of floral and party experience, coupled with dedicated service and extraordinary vision, help to create your “dream” wedding. Lois takes a personal interest in each bride and adapts her designs to suit her bride and groom’s personal tastes. Prior to starting her own business, Lois worked at various venues around San Diego, including the legendary Hotel Del Coronado. Lois possesses an intense passion for her work and exemplifies trustworthiness ~ key factors for success. As advice for brides, Lois can adjust her design materials to fit any client’s budgets. One way is to buy seasonal products from local markets. Another is to take advantage of equipment and décor items Lois has gathered and stored over the years. To plan for your special day, visit Lois by appointment at her vintage barn and garden studio in Bankers Hill.

Lois Mathews
Phone: (619) 255-9144
Web Site: www.loismathews.com
E-mail: lois@loismathews.com

member spotlight :: elle.g photography

admin — Sat, 05 Mar 2011 06:06:23 +0000

San Diego wedding photographer, Lisa, of elle. g photography is an easy going, down-to-earth, happy, fun person to be around. She is a beach girl with a relentless passion for taking pictures, loving life and following her dreams, because you only get one shot at this life! Her easygoing attitude and unobtrusive style help make even the most camera shy people feel comfortable. She believes wedding photography should capture the day as it really looked, putting an emphasis on candid, unexpected images.

Your wedding day is something she doesn’t take lightly and will do everything in her power to capture every tear, every smile and every kind of happy, GUARANTEED!

www.ellegphotography.com :: ellegphotography@me.com :: 858.274.3554

member spotlight :: hilton del mar

admin — Tue, 14 Dec 2010 21:46:57 +0000

Whether it’s a stunning sunset ceremony or a dazzling ballroom gala, the Hilton San Diego Del Mar sets the stage for elegance. Declare your love during an intimate ceremony in our breathtaking, lush Courtyard. Lose yourself in the rustic yet romantic Del Mar Ballroom, which is outfitted in warm colors and wrought-iron chandeliers. Discover an inspired setting for an event of your lifetime! Contact Tiffany Cooper to learn more. (858) 764-6044 or email tiffany.cooper@delmarhilton.com

member spotlight :: calicards

admin — Mon, 22 Nov 2010 17:00:03 +0000

Invitations, announcements, personal note cards…are much more than just paper and ink, they tell a story – your story. Cali Cards is a custom design company with the vision to bring your personal style to life. Through the use of creative medians, colors and original designs, they will set the stage for your wedding and have your guest buzzing about the event. Like a well done movie trailer or creative book cover, invitations are a glimpse of what is to come. Let them help you set that stage with hand crafted original Cali Card designs… Please contact Tiffany Lord Arnaldo to get things started. 858.688.2230 or tiffany@calicards.com

member spotlight :: the prado at balboa park

admin — Mon, 27 Sep 2010 02:54:15 +0000

Discover why there is nothing else like The Prado at Balboa Park! Historic charm blends with contemporary elegance to create a memorable backdrop. The most discriminating brides will fall in love with this stunning venue, offering the finest combination of natural beauty and stylish settings. For a venue that is both romantic and entertaining, The Prado provides a unique atmosphere for your once-in-a-lifetime event. The renovated House of Hospitality features lush historical gardens and a courtyard, elegant banquet rooms, romantic terraces and the outdoor grandeur of the historic Casa Del Rey Moro Gardens. The Prado at Balboa Park offers more than 22,000 square feet of indoor and outdoor event space and can accommodate groups of 20-20,000 guests. Please contact Andrea Pena to receive more information about this one-of-a-kind venue. Phone: (619) 557-9441 x213
Web Site:www.balboaparkweddings.com | E-mail: andrea@pradobalboa.com

member spotlight :: studio carre’

admin — Sun, 19 Sep 2010 18:05:02 +0000

Shannon’s experience with photography first began in high school in Lake Tahoe. What originally began as a new hobby quickly became a full-time passion in which she felt at at home with and found exciting to share with the world.

Now, based in San Diego for about 7 years, she is able to share her passion for photography (in many aspects), and meet great people who entrust her to capture the sweetest of moments in their lives. Shannon believes that photography is not just an art form, but an extension of herself and her interpretation of the relationship and experience together with the client(s). Her style could be described as modern, eclectic, distinctive, feminine, stylish, yet simple and timeless.

Feel free to check out her website at www.studiocarre.com or give her a call at 619.670.6183 to chat about your event!

member spotlight :: patricia coleman

admin — Tue, 07 Sep 2010 19:59:30 +0000

As a non-denominational wedding celebrant with a calling and passion for what she does, Patricia can assist you in composing a joyful, meaningful and personalized wedding celebration at any of the beautiful locations in the San Diego area. Together you will create a wedding ceremony that will capture your essence and symbolize your commitment to each other marking the beginning of your journey together. She can assure you that your wedding ceremony will be a memorable one!

Please stop by Patricia’s website at www.aweddingcelebration.com or give her a call at 760.744.2760 today.

member spotlight :: definitive events

admin — Tue, 24 Aug 2010 08:52:04 +0000

As you take your first step down the aisle toward the beginning of your new lives together, you’ll have peace of mind knowing that Definitive Events will execute your vision perfectly. With many years of experience, they specialize in full service, day of, and month of wedding coordination. Their constant personalized dedication throughout the entire wedding planning process allows you to enjoy a unique and stress-free event. Contact them today for a consultation.

Web Site: www.definitiveevents.com

E-mail: info@definitiveevents.com

Phone: 619.990.4999 or 619.565.8274

member spolight :: anthony garcia, flamenco guitarist

admin — Mon, 09 Aug 2010 14:53:12 +0000

Although very common at weddings in southern Spain, flamenco is less common here in the US. Weddings of Distinction member, Anthony, plays a contemporary flamenco style, taking elements of jazz and classical and fusing them into traditional flamenco. The result is a music that spans the spectrum of textures from relaxed, easy going music that puts guests at ease, to fun, warm rhythmic music that gets people tapping their feet or fingers…. to much faster, more intense music that gets guests in the mood for dancing.

Anthony is available for weddings and special events. If you haven’t heard this beautiful art form before, please stop by Caffe Carpe Diem today Aug 9th 6:30pm – 8:30pm
Location 3401 1st Avenue, San Diego, 92101

OR visit Anthony’s website. www.agarciaguitar.com
He can also be reached by phone 858.882.7152