Vietnamese Wedding Kim & Van

When given the opportunity to plan a wedding from a different culture, it is always a joy. You learn to appreciate their customs, traditions and it also gives you a different perspective. Unlike our American wedding ceremonies which are 30 mins, in the Vietnamese culture it is a multiple event! Journey with me through the two tea ceremonies, traditional mass and a 10 course dinner reception!

The first ceremony of the day takes place early at 8AM!!! Was I even woke at 8am on my wedding day??? The groom's family makes a processional to the Bride's home...and they don't come empty handed:)Gifts are presented to the Bride and her family. The Bride received gifts including diamond earrings, necklace and of course a ring...talk about BLING BLING!!

Following the two tea ceremonies, the couple and their family had a traditional Mass at their church. The Bride went through seven dress changes throughout the day!



Now its time to eat and party!!!! My design team transformed the banquet hall with a red carpet entrance, wall drapery, satin linens, chair covers and ceiling drapery. We pulled together a simple back drop for the couple to take pictures with EVERY guest, yes I said every. Talk about working for your wedding gift:) On the menu they had EVERYTHING crab, lobster, Peking duck, Chinese chicken salad and an OPEN bar...talk about a party.

Kim and Van were such a pleasure to work with, I wish them all the best in the coming years!!!

A BIG thank you to my staff for helping me pull everything together and Maty's Chair Covers!!!

Purple+Green=FABUOLOSITY!

At times the oddest items make the greatest designs. When you think of purple and green, then add a peacock feather you may question the combination. Trust the creative mind in your planner to dish out amazing design concepts like the wedding following. Check out these photos and let them inspire you too!

To add more drama, why settle for just one centerpiece design. One may be the design you really want, but it will bust your budget if you had one for every guest table. So opt for a more inexpensive centerpiece. (Floral Design by Apropos for Flowers:)

As if a chandelier wasn't enough, this glam bride wanted total BLING BLING. The added hanging crystals gave the ballroom the extra bling and glam factor!

Great designs and flawless execution makes a happy Bride!

A special thanks to the photographer on duty Heidi Jones Photography. Linens provided by Town & Country Rentals...you rock Janice!