Spring Bridal Show

March 3, 2013 • 2:00 - 5:00pm Spring Wedding Expo Black Gold Golf Club One Black Gold Dr., Yorba Linda Mock Wedding Ceremony, Complimentary Admission, Hors d'oeuvres & Champagne See our Wind Waves in action at this beautiful outdoor ceremony location. (714) 961-0060 www.blackgoldgolf.com

Bridal event on Wednesday

Wednesday, February 27, 2013 - 6:30pm DoubleTree by Hilton - San Pedro 2800 Via Cabrillo Marina, San Pedro. Tickets $5 in advance / $7 at the door. Wedding and Special Events Association (WSEA) The WSEA presents four fun and comprehensive wedding faires every year, showcasing the latest in wedding trends by the South Bay’s most reliable and talented vendors. Spend an evening meeting and speaking with our professionals - they will guide you, effortlessly, through the joys and intricacies of planning your dream celebration. Every faire provides: Door Prizes - Fashion Show - Complimentary Hors d'oeuvres & Cake Tasting. A portion of proceeds donated to local charities. WSEA Wedding Faires (310) 530-3003 • www.wsea.com

Avoid Wedding Planning Stress

Avoiding Stress As anyone who has ever planned a wedding can tell you, the months leading up to your big day can be a time of stress as well as happiness. There’s so much to think about and do, and all this while you are having the inevitable bridal jitters. Fortunately, there are ways to control our anxiety. Below are a few common sense suggestions: Communicate Your Feelings Be open and honest if you’re feeling upset. Tell your fiancé or family what is bothering you. Don’t try to keep stressful feelings to yourself as they may transfer to something or someone else. Take positive action whenever possible - worrying never solved a problem. Share Responsibilities Do not assume you have to do everything yourself. This idea is outdated and exhausting. Ask your fiancé to go over the checklists in this book and handle as many of the planning functions as possible. Pace Yourself In the beginning stages of planning your wedding, you have several major decisions to make. Do not try to tackle them all at once. Plan to accomplish one major job a day. Have A System It will give you the secure feeling that you are not forgetting something crucial. Try to break down each task into organized steps. Then decide how long each step should take and who will do it. Set a completion date for each step and stay on schedule. Take Care Of Your Health Eat right and be sure to get enough rest and exercise. Take advantage of time-tested soothers at night, such as a hot bath, warm milk or a back rub.

After Valentine's Day Bridal expos

Valentine's Day means many Brides-To-Be. Congratulations to you! A perfect way to celebrate your engagement is by attending a local Wedding expo. We will be handing out The Wedding Guide books, and displaying our Elegant Wind Waves at two Bridal shows this Sunday. Hope to see you at both of them! Bridal Showplace Bridal Show - February 17, 2013 11:00am - 3:00pm Knott's Berry Farm Resort Hotel - Buena Park 7675 Crescent Ave Buena Park, CA 90620 You can have your photo taken at the photo booths, learn the latest trends at the Wedding Planning Seminars, Ask the Experts, get free wedding planners and magazines. Preview the latest bridal fashions for the entire bridal party featured in our beautifully choreographed fashion shows. Enter to win thousands of $$$ in Door Prizes. Grooms are special too - at each event we hold a separate "Groom's Only Drawing".

__AND__ Premier Bridal Show Sunday, February 17, 2013 Radisson Hotel Newport Beach 4545 MacArthur Blvd. Newport Beach, CA 92660 Show Hours: 11 am - 3 pm. Showcasing Southern California's top wedding professionals for all your wedding planning needs. Shop, compare and get insights and advice from the leading wedding experts. Preview new ideas and fresh styles. Taste gourmet cake and cuisine, see fashion, enjoy music/entertainment and take advantage of show discounts and giveaways. Have fun while discovering the best options to make your dream wedding come true!

Two Wedding expos this weekend

Two great Bridal shows we will be attending this weekend. Sunday, February 10, 2013 Long Beach Convention Center 300 East Ocean Blvd. Long Beach, CA 90802 Show Hours: 11 am - 4 pm Premier Bride showcases Southern California's top wedding professionals for all your wedding planning needs. Shop, compare and get insights and advice from the leading wedding experts. Preview new ideas and fresh styles. Taste gourmet cake and cuisine, see fashion, enjoy music/entertainment and take advantage of show discounts and giveaways. Have fun while discovering the best options to make your dream wedding come true! (714) 572 -1363 www.PremierBridalShows.com

__AND__ Sunday, February 10, 2013 10am - 4pm $10 admission. Sheraton Park Hotel 1855 S Harbor Blvd Anaheim, CA 92802 BrideWorld simplifies your registration process by providing up 80 peel-and-stick labels (each with your name, address, and email address, but no phone numbers), so you can register with exhibitors of your choosing with a simple slap of a label onto their registration form. This is a definite time saver that you and your friends with appreciate. You must register in advance to allow time to compile and print the labels for you. Please register at least 24 hours prior to an expo. You'll pick up your labels upon check in. (800) 600-7080 • www.brideworld.com

Wedding Planning Timeline

Your Time Table Careful planning will enable you to truly enjoy every moment of your Wedding Day. Arrangements for a large formal wedding should ideally begin at least 8 – 12 months in advance. However, many beautiful weddings are put together in considerably less time. The important thing is to follow a timetable, read the articles in this guide and let your contracted suppliers help you. Share the planning duties with your fiancé, your family and your attendants — much of the fun is doing it together!

Six to Twelve Months •Decide budget; discuss sharing of expenses. •Decide type of wedding: a) formal, b) semi-formal, c) informal •Choose location of ceremony. •Discuss alternative dates with clergy or officiator. •Decide size of wedding party; choose attendants. •Select gown style. •Select veil style. •Select attendants & apparel. •Choose reception facility. •Select caterer/wedding consultant. •Plan details of reception. •Select photographer. •Have engagement photos taken. •Select music for reception. •Select videographer. •Select florist. •Compile guest list. •No. of Guests: Bride's _____________ Groom's ___________ •Discuss gown colors & styles with mothers of bride & groom. Four to Six Months •Select men's formal wear; order. •Select ceremony musician & music. •Make honeymoon plans. Travel Agent. •Decide on new living arrangement; buying, leasing, renting? •Consult decorator about home decor. •Register gift preferences with one or more bridal registries. •Order invitations, personal stationary, programs, napkins, etc. •Stationer _________________ Del. date __________ •Professionally prepare & print map to include with invitations. •Set aside hotel rooms for out-of-town guests. •Have physical examinations & update immunizations. •Buy wedding rings; order engraving. Two to Four Months •Reserve rental items (candelabra, arches, canopy, linens, etc.). •Arrange rehearsal dinner. •Shop for trousseau and apparel for honeymoon & prenuptial parties. •Reserve limousine, carriage, trolley or coach transportation. ••Address wedding invitations; consider professional calligrapher. •Review florist arrangements; finalize order. •Buy attendants & gifts and gifts for each other. •Experiment with hairstyles and make-up changes. •Buy bride's and attendants' shoes; send to dyer. •Order wedding and groom's cakes. One to Two Months •Mail invitations four to six weeks before wedding. •Final bridal fitting. •Final attendants & fittings. •Confirm honeymoon reservations, begin packing. •Select reception decorations (balloons, candles, flowers, table favors, etc.). •Select ceremony accessories (unity candle, ring pillow, guestbook, etc.). •Select personal accessories (handbag, garter, engraved goblets, guest mementos, etc.). •Arrange bridemaids & brunch or luncheon. •Schedule appointments for hair stylist, facial, manicure, massage. •Buy marriage license; have blood tests if needed. Two Weeks •Invite wedding party & guests to rehearsal dinner. •Move your personal and mutual belongings to new home. •Review reception seating and order place cards from calligrapher. •Confirm out-of-town guests & lodging with reserved hotels. •Confirm wedding party transportation and arrival times. •Record gifts as you receive them; write thank you notes. •Schedule caterer for gift opening party. •Arrange for gown cleaning and bouquet preservation after wedding. One to Two Weeks •Pick up wedding rings, check engravings and sizes. •Final consultations: Florist, hall decorator, musicians, photographer, videographer. •Give final guest count to reception facility and caterer. •Remind men to pick up formal wear and shoes; check for fit. •Make wedding day schedule and give everyone copies at rehearsal dinner. •Relax the day before; keep personal appointments; finish honeymoon packing. •Your planning is complete. Your day will be wonderful!!!

Last Bridal shows in January

There are two more really good Wedding Expos this last weekend in January. One is on Saturday, and one is on Sunday, so Brides - you can go to both shows! They will be at two completely different locations, and will have different vendors. We will be at both Bridal shows this weekend, and hope to see you there... Upcoming 2013 Bridal Shows: Saturday, January 26, 2013 Brea Community Center 11:00am - 3:00pm 695 E. Madison Way Brea · (714) 671-4427 www.breabridalshow.com

__AND__ Coyote Hills Golf Course January 27, 2013 • 11am - 2pm FREE Admission, sample Hors d' oeuvres and great Prizes. 1440E. Bastanchury Rd. Fullerton • (714) 672-6800 x5 www.coyotehillsgc.com