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First Dance - WeddingCompass.com - Michael Jonathan Studios

Creating your First Dance as a couple You’ve made it through the ceremony and are now entering the reception as the newly pronounced Mr. & Mrs. so what’s next? If you’re having a reception, inevitably that means you have a first dance within moments. If the thought of this moment READ MORE…

Mini Bites - mini sandwiches - 24carrots - weddingcompass.com

The Mini Bite Trend Can Be Anything You Want It To Be Recently, I’ve gone to a few parties that have had one thing in common: Mini Bites. I never thought these bite-sized versions of larger meals would be such a hit, but lately, I’ve seen sliders, stuffed tartlets, mini READ MORE…

Rehearsal Dinner - Mozambique Dining Room Laguna Beach

Traditions of the Rehearsal Dinner SEARCH this page for Rehearsal Dinner information: RehearsalDinner.com You’ve got an engagement ring, the invitations, the dress and everything else in place. What about the Rehearsal Dinner? Private Banquet Room: Mozambique Restaurant, Laguna Beach You’re counting down to the moment you both say “I do,” READ MORE…

Wedgewood Pacific View Tower Club

A wedding location on a rooftop with a city view gives your outdoor wedding an urban, modern edge. You’ve always been more of an urban chic than outdoor adventure girl. You prefer city to mountains and heels to boots. If this is you, why not try a wedding with a READ MORE…

A mix of bright blossoms and tropical greens, creates a stunning arrangement. Image provided by Lois Mathews Floral Design Photography by Kristina Chartier Photography

Some Like It Hot Some of the most beautiful locations around the world are in tropical settings and as such, many of you may dream of a tropical beach themed wedding. Longing to have a destination wedding without the destination? Try a tropical themed wedding and bring the destination to READ MORE…

Vintage Style for the Groom Bing Crosby. Fred Astaire. Gene Kelly. Humphrey Bogart. And my grandfather. When I think of the Vintage suit styles, I’m immediately taken back to a time of great music, movies and these men. It’s easily my favorite era and for good reason. Today, many people READ MORE…

Trends of ice sculptures and luges This year’s trend in weddings is the ice sculpture. Once seen as classic must haves in wedding receptions, brides are now indulging in these works of frozen art to reflect their personal tastes and to add a sophisticated touch to their evening. Today’s ice READ MORE…

Beach Invitations by Tango_featured

Living along the Southern California coast has its perks. Of the many advantages, having a beach wedding is on top of the list. If you decide to have a beach wedding or a beach themed wedding, you can incorporate a lot of “beach” ideas into your wedding. First, decide what READ MORE…