The Grand Del Mar ~ February 14, 2011
Wedding photography by Tim Otto Photography
Tim Otto Photography is a pre-screened member of the bridal bar.| SARAH & SCOTT | 05.26.11 |
La Estancia La Jolla ~ February 19, 2011
Wedding photography by Tim Otto Photography
Tim Otto Photography is a pre-screened member of the bridal bar.
| PRINCESS CATHERINE’S WEDDING DAY LOOKS | 04.30.11 |
The lace applique for the gown’s bodice and skirt was handmade by the Royal School of Needlework, based at Hampton Court Palace. It was designed by Sarah Burton for Alexander McQueen.
The bride’s gown featured individual flowers hand-cut from lace and hand-engineered onto ivory silk tulle to create an organic design with rose, thistle, daffodil and shamrock motifs.
The bride wore a translucent veil, apparently in spite of a tradition for a royal bride to leave her face uncovered in order to show she is not an impostor.
The wedding gown was classic-looking, in silk gazar with long, intricate Chantilly lace sleeves and a V-shaped neckline.
Catherine’s dress is likely to be a force of pop culture for years to come, influencing fashion trends and reinforcing the sociological significance of the white wedding gown.
The bride slipped into her second wedding dress — also designed by Sarah Burton for Alexander McQueen — to attend an evening reception hosted by her new father-in-law, the Prince of Wales. The dress is a white satin strapless gown with a circle skirt and diamente detailing around the waist.
Catherine demonstrated that she was more than fit to become a princess with her amazing choices. She looked stunning and we believe that choosing the house of McQueen shows great homage payed by her to a great fashion icon and has placed her in the same iconic status.
Courtesy of The Los Angeles Times
| WEDDING VISION: VENUE ~ LA JOLLA SHORES HOTEL | 04.21.11 |
A marriage of private gardens and picturesque ocean views make the La Jolla Shores Hotel the ideal location for a memorable wedding ceremony or reception.
Located on two beautifully landscaped acres at the edge of the ocean, there is no better setting to say your vows than on the sands of La Jolla Shores. That is why, year after year, La Jolla Shores Hotel continues to be one of the most desirable wedding locations in San Diego.
With the waves crashing just beyond, your guests will witness your ceremony with the sand under their feet and blue Pacific waters as the backdrop. Allow the full-service catering staff to plan your event with the warmth and personal attention you deserve – and discover a variety of endless possibilities.
| JENNIFER & JOSH | 04.15.11 |
Preppy & Posh Beach Wedding
Jennifer and Josh Judman’s wedding included everything I adore – -a bright sunny day at the Hotel Del Coronado, stunning seaside ceremony featuring florals by Kathy Wright and Co. and pretty details at every turn for the guests to delight in.
Their wedding was designed by Susanne Duffy of Crown Weddings and included all the special touches Susanne brings to every event. Using a palette of navy blue, crisp white, magenta and emerald green, the Hotel Del was transformed into a preppy paradise reminiscent of an F. Scott Fitzgerald novel.
Simply Posh Design worked with the couple’s custom monogram and incorporated it into all their reception stationery to include bejeweled program booklets, place cards, menus and table signs. In addition, we carried their monogram from the printed page onto the dance floor for a special finishing touch.
Thanks to Luna Photo for capturing their day.
Congratulations Jennifer and Josh!
~ Jennifer
From a lifelong passion for paper, design and all things visual arts Simply Posh Design was born. Jennifer Dailard brings more than a decade of advertising and design talents to the table and now, nearly three years since its inception, Simply Posh Design is a full service paper production company offering extraordinary custom invitations and personal stationery. We believe it is a privilege to share in the happy events that lead clients to Simply Posh Design and are happy to work with you.
Simply Posh Design has aligned itself with several premier companies offering premier invitation components. Current partners include, Envelopments, Waste Not Paper, Green Paper Company and Marsupial Pouches.
| WEDDING VISION: VENUE ~ LA JOLLA BEACH & TENNIS CLUB | 04.14.11 |
The La Jolla Beach & Tennis Club graces 12 acres of beautifully landscaped grounds on one of Southern California’s only private beaches and offers a variety of picturesque venues. The full-service catering staff, under the culinary direction of award-winning Executive Chef, Bernard Guillas will help you plan a wedding that will surpass all of your expectations.
From a casual oceanfront affair to an elegant wedding under the stars, the La Jolla Beach & Tennis Club is the perfect location to begin a lifetime of timeless traditions.
| WEDDING VISION: VENUE ~ HOTEL PARISI | 03.25.11 |
Hotel Parisi is a beautiful, urban boutique retreat featuring just 29 guest suites ranging from 450 to 700 square feet, several offering partial ocean views. It has been described as having perfect “Zen-elegance”, due to its fusion of ancient cultures and modern contemporary comfort.
Hotel Parisi provides a lavish environment perfect for a private wedding reception, rehearsal dinner or honeymoon stay.
Since Hotel Parisi allows outside catering into the facility, your wedding day can be as unique and customized as its surroundings.
| GRAHAM & EVER ~ DESTINATION: COSTA RICA | 03.18.11 |
Graham & Ever decided that their dreams would come to life in beautiful and enchanting Santa Teresa, Costa Rica where the waves are epic for surfing and the relaxed beach atmosphere is ideal for unforgettable wedding celebrations.
Casa Capitan which boasts the largest and most extravagant house in Santa Teresa, and that’s an understatement, makes it the most amazing venue for quaint weddings of 50 guests or less.
The ceremony took place on the beach at sunset, followed by the wedding reception which was a short stroll up the sandy path through the palms to the house and nestled by the infinity pool.
The hanging lights and votives mixed perfectly with the surrounding palm fronds and myriad of strategically arranged Cali lily, orchid, and hydrangea arrangements, all done in the corresponding colors of white and green.
In lieu of wedding favors, guests signed custom made coasters and dropped the coaster into a bowl for the charity of their choice, including a local school, an environmental cause, and an animal shelter. {Which by the way, is just a magnificent idea!}
Congratulations to Graham & Ever, may they have a long and joyous life journey together!!
~ Don
Don Mirra Photography fuses a passionate, artistic eye of composition and light with a photojournalism approach of spontaneity and responsiveness to the “decisive moment”. Don Mirra Weddings’ expansive line of style, confidence, and experience combined with Don’s comfort in capturing formal and informal images ensures all aspects of your wedding experience are documented while providing the exclusive bride and groom with avant-garde photographic memories.
| VENDOR FEATURE: TIM OTTO PHOTOGRAPHY ~ INSIDE WEDDINGS MAGAZINE WINTER 2011 | 03.03.11 |
Sarah Keeter arranged to meet Jason Fontana on New Year’s Eve 2009-2010 at Our Lady of the Rosary in Little Italy where they would exchange their vows ceremony. Mr & Mrs Fontana would then head over to the US Grant to celebrate becoming husband & wife in a festive and fun wedding reception. All the while, every single moment of this most spectacular day was being documented by one of San Diego’s top photographers, Tim Otto of Tim Otto Photography.
We are very happy to share with you, Tim’s beautiful images of this amazing event featured in Inside Weddings Magazine – Winter 2011 Issue
Jason & Sarah Fontana ~ 12.31.2009 
Tim’s passion and creativity result in unique and contemporary photographs for all occasions, from intimate weddings on the beach to grand elegant celebrations. His enthusiastic, warm and friendly personality creates a comfortable atmosphere of trust, allowing couples to relax and feel confident that every important and beautiful moment will be captured in an instinctive and unobtrusive style. Tim is respected for his outstanding service and high-quality work, his wedding images have been published in numerous publications, including Grace Ormonde, InStyle, Town and Country and People.
| VENDOR FEATURE: HARTWORKS FLORAL DESIGN | 02.18.11 |
Our very own Hartworks Floral Design was featured in the San Diego Ceremony Magazine 2011 issue!
Congratulations to Frankie Hartwell & Classic Party Rentals on their beautiful collaboration!!
