Katie & Mark Featured in Wedding Magazine!

This is our first wedding featured in a magazine based across the pond! Katie & Mark's creative vision & Heather Kincaid's brilliant photography skills has been noticed & enjoyed by others. What an honor. You can see more from their wedding on Green Wedding Shoes.

Heather & David Trailer

Thank you, Charles Lauren Films, for sharing this trailer with us!  The ending is a must watch. Heather & David are such an admirable couple. Love them. Love Saddlerock Ranch, too.
Cannot wait to see more from this gorgeous day!

jpr weddings

Two weekends ago, I had the pleasure of reconnecting with JP Reynolds at a charming Pasadena wedding we collaborated on.

Even though I refer JPR Weddings to many of my clients, this run-in reminded me of the wealth of knowledge this man is when it comes to wedding unions - which is the purpose behind this post. I want to share with you the remarkable books available, written by JP.

Regardless where, who, & the whats behind a wedding, a ceremony lead by JP is always beautiful, out-of-the-box, & memorable. At every wedding I have been at, officiated by JP, has guests raving about the ceremony well into the dancing hour.

I suggest taking this opportunity to browse one of his books. There is certain to be a couple of inspiring elements to take away from such reads.

Tania & Paul M-A-R-R-I-E-D!

There are many reasons to love the Bel-Air Bay Club. I have so many fond memories there. From the beautiful architecture, to the terrace off the bridal suite, to the incredible cuisine, to the AMAZING staff & let's not ignore the breathtaking views of the Pacific. My clients are certainly taken care of there!

I had a blast working with some of my fave pros at Tania & Paul's most gorgeous day. You cannot even tell Paul was suffering from a miserable flu the day before! Tania's style, grace, & beauty is unmatched. I just adore her gown. I will always remember her emotional walk down the path to the top of the aisle with her loving father. Their first look is one of my all time favorites. 

Enjoy these lovely photos from Phoebe Joy Photography!

an honest glimpse of what the guys are usually up to

I just love the details of her gown.

first look love!

Clearly,  this wedding party is not lacking in personality. I wish I could share ALL of their funny photos from throughout the day!

These were reused at the dessert table.

Simple & elegant! These were reused as centerpieces.

Married!

Tania has a sweet tooth!

Late night milkshake shots!

Coordinator - Theresa at Hustle & Bustle

Photographer - Phoebe Joy Photography

Makeup for bridesmaids - Christine Chung Designs

Bridal hair/makeup - Lauren Goodman

Florist - The Flower Lab

Dessert bar - Susie Cakes & Emil's Swiss Pastry

Ceremony Musicians - Subito Strings

Venue - Bel-Air Bay Club

5 Tips for Picking Your Wedding Planner

HELLO.

{sigh}

I must admit, I have become consumed with wedding season. Along with that, the simplicity of just "tweeting" & "facebooking" has shoved the "blogging" aside like an old sock.

Team H & B has been hustling & bustling & thoroughly enjoying our year. We hope you are enjoying your summer, as well.

We have rocked out so many exciting weddings. I know that sounds vague but, seriously, the weddings have been loaded with personality & style.  Our couples are the coolest cats around.

Some exciting things have, luckily, fallen into our laps. I had the opportunity to contribute to a little article for the fantastically interesting blog, Oh Lovely Day.

It's titled "5 tips for finding your wedding planner".

I touch on key pointers, like: Personality, contracts, correspondence - all that fun stuff!

Take a peak & if you know any brides/grooms-to-be, go ahead & share some of these tips with them!

Tomorrow, I will share some sweet photographs from a wedding at Bel-Air Bay Club

(like this one from Phoebe Joy Photography)....

More Wonderful News! The Knot Best of Weddings 2013!

This is so exciting! Thank you, The Knot, for this honor. Most of all, thank you, to Kaci & Tanya for allowing Hustle & Bustle to step up & become the wedding planning firm it is. The latter part of 2011 & the entire year of 2012 were basically controlled by Kaci & Tanya while I was a bit occupied delivering a baby. It amazes me when I try to reminisce what planning weddings & executing the events were like prior to 2010 - when the fabulous K & T joined my team.

While I continue to learn the intricate balance of motherhood & owning a successful business, I am constantly aware of how lucky I am to have won the hard work, dedication, & fun spirits of these two women. They won this!

2013 Bride's Choice Awards!

For the third year in a row, we are ecstatic to have won this award from Wedding Wire!

Thank you, Wedding Wire, for including Hustle & Bustle in this honor. We love what we do & are so flattered to receive a little recognition for it.