Dia De Los Muertos

I have been fascinated with Spanish style, art, food, architecture, people for as long as I can remember.

Years ago I put together a traditional alter for a Dia De Los Muertos celebration for a client in Los Angeles. She had purchased several traditional items to include in the decor and it was an amazing piece when it was finished.

I have a couple small permanent alters in my home, but last week I decided I was going to decorate my mantle with my "specials" and some items that represent what they enjoyed. It makes me smile when I look at it, and although it's personal I wanted to share it with you.

enjoy,

xo
laura

Engagement Party

A celebration at Boca Nova, Jack London Square.

A cute private dining room with a view of the docks,

perfect for a small party.

enjoy,

xo 

laura

Danya & Ivar

 Danya & Ivar married at The Bellevue Club overlooking Lake Merritt in Oakland. The building is impressive as to how they have kept up the original detail. I love old classic buildings and this is another stunner! Danya and Ivar who own "The Key printing and binding" made every guest a journal as their take away gift, wow, and I got one too, THANK YOU!!!
Danya picked a few of her favorite elements and colors from some of my past weddings and had me combine them
together to come up with a stunning overall look and feel.
I had so much fun this past weekend working on three different events, but I must say the bride and bridesmaids bouquets are now in my "favorites" category.

enjoy,

xo
laura

bridesmaids bouquets

 bridal bouquet

grooms boutonniere

 mother's, father, and grandmother

 groomsmen

 mantel decor

 centerpieces

 guests take away gifts

 venue details

Kathleen & Chris

Congratulations Kathleen and Chris!!!

Kathleen had a clear vision of her wedding day, and with a tiny bit of outside help she created a sunning magical night. The colors were so rich and yummy, the day was beautiful, and her dress to die for. The overall vibe a perfect mix of romantic and vibrant. The candle light mixed in with the up lighting made the venue shine. Her friends created a "incredible" dessert buffet, the catering (Work of Art, S.F.), the DJ (Dave Tutton) and the photography, not the images below (Heather Elizabeth) made for a FANTASTIC team. It was great fun for me to work on this event and see it all come to life.

enjoy,

xo

laura

 bridal bouquet

bridesmaids bouquets

 grooms boutonniere

groomsmen boutonniere

mother's corsage

 mantle decor

 programs

 bar area

 centerpiece designs

 ceremony area

Howdy

I'm really sorry to report my lack of photos this past weekend. I did two beautiful weddings which I took not even one photo. I'm sure I will get something at some point in the future, but I hate not being able to share them with you. Stay tuned, I will get back on track this weekend, promise.

xo

Laura

Thank You Daily Candy!

A BIG THANK YOU to the Daily Candy team for the feature in the fall San Francisco wedding guide. What a nice honor to be mentioned on this list. I'm very grateful for including me as one of the best.

xo
laura

Kim & Eric

The extreme efforts put into this intimate wedding of 60 paid off in the end, the Nimitz Mansion looked beautiful. Kim & Eric treated their guests to a magical day of  many touches that they enjoyed together as a couple. It started with sangria and tapas on the brick terrace with colorful paper lanterns hung above to create a warm fun atmosphere and finished with English line dancing back under the glow of the brightly colored lanterns. In between there was a sunset ceremony, a favorite cake baked by the talented Carolyn Wong (this was a masterpiece so beautiful I can't believe it was eaten), a family-style meal created by Monica Hobbs Catering ( and her right hand Kathy) that was fantastic! More photos to come really really soon.
enjoy,

xo
laura

bridal bouquet

mantel decor

view of the tables in both rooms

centerpiece and the mantle in dining room

ceremony area