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Taking Care of Business
Taking Care of Business

Hello Readers! We have a couple pieces of business to take care of: ONE - You may have noticed that this week is a Giveaway Extravaganza! We are posting a new giveaway every single day this week! We hope that you are enjoying these cool products and ...

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Party Pieces Giveway!
Party Pieces Giveway!

You may have seen our guest post on The Hostess Blog yesterday! Today we are giving away the handmade pottery that was featured in the post. One lucky winner will win all four beautiful pieces! Leave a comment below to win one flower holder, two ...

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i saw red
i saw red

RED ~ noun {the primary color at one extreme end of the visible spectrum} Move over red power ties, make room for the power bride! What does red say about a bride? It says she's fun, confident, strong, and commands attention! The Wedding Chicks ...

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Miss Now Mrs. Giveaway!
Miss Now Mrs. Giveaway!

MissNowMrs.com is the premier online name-change service created to simplify the name-change process for newlyweds. Once you select a package, you will be on your way to changing your name the easy way. MissNowMrs.com will guide you through our ...

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Exit Strategy
Exit Strategy

Will you choose the very classic rice exit? It looks super old fashioned and cool! The rice won't hurt anyone, but it can and will get stuck in your up-do! I say sacrifice the 'do for the very cool experience! P.S. It's just a myth that birds who ...

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Home Sweet Home
Home Sweet Home

The moment when he asked you to marry him you had no idea how involved this would be: the tastings, choosing the perfect dress, where to hold the reception, the license, invitations, the money, the stress, the fun, the memories. Now that it’s all ...

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We Dream of Cake, Too!
We Dream of Cake, Too!

I Dream of Cake was established by artist Shinmin Li. Based in San Francisco, Shinmin creates her delectable masterpieces using only the finest ingredients in her signature style. From wedding cake to haute couture cake, Shinmin's artistry shines ...

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Give Him the Bout!
Give Him the Bout!

When it comes to the groom, there aren't a ton of ways to show his personal style, but the boutonniere is one way! So come on ladies, give your guy some style! Be sure to choose something different, I especially love the succulent and the bamboo! ...

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A French Feté
A French Feté

As an alternative to plain Champagne, try this cocktail for rehearsal-dinner toasts. To make a Blushing Bride, pour 2 ounces of chilled passion-fruit nectar into a glass; gently pour in 3 ounces of cold Champagne, then 1/2 teaspoon grenadine. Do not ...

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The Latest Look Book!
The Latest Look Book!

Have a peek at our latest Look Book by the delightful Chenin Boutwell! The Wedding Chicks love Chenin's eclectic style! Not only is she an award winning photographer, but she is also a super sassy chick! Have a look at Chenin in the Wedding Chicks ...

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Check Us Out!! Video Look Books!
Check Us Out!! Video Look Books!

You might have heard that Elysium filmed the Real Housewives of Orange County's wedding of Laurie and George. What fun! This video is no longer available to view. Please visit Elysium Productions on their website or blog. ...

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COURTHOUSE GLAM
COURTHOUSE GLAM

Some of us will opt not to have an elaborate wedding with 300 guests, custom aisle runners and personalized table favors. Some of us will choose to have a elegant waterside brunch with a few family and friends after a local courthouse wedding while ...

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The Bold and the Beautiful
The Bold and the Beautiful

Don't be afraid to go BOLD with your details! Bold colors make a statement and really liven the place up! There is something so delicious about pink and orange! So make your wedding stand out with some courageous colors! {bouquet and petal runner by ...

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DON'T FORGET!
DON'T FORGET!

You are in the process of planning one of the biggest events of your life. On top of this you are more than likely also planning an elaborate honeymoon! Needless to say you have a lot going on and more than likely some things are going to slip your ...

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Fiore Beauty
Fiore Beauty

  Fiore Beauty is a mobile, luxury beauty service that will pamper you and your favorite people with exceptional nail services anywhere in Southern California. They pride themselves on providing a personalized service expertly done and use only the ...

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Haute Bride Pixie Hair Pins Winner!
Haute Bride Pixie Hair Pins Winner!

The lucky winner of the much sought after Haute Bride Pixie Hair Pins is Brenda D.! Please send your shipping information to [email protected] with "Pixie Hair Pins!" as the subject. Congratulations! We hope you enjoy your pins! ...

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Skirball Cultural Center
Skirball Cultural Center

Bride and Groom: Anna Duran and Pablo Pacheco Venue: Skirball Cultural Center Coordination: Bella Vita Events Dress: Amsale and Badgley Mischka Shoes: Jimmy Choo Photography: Amy Squires and Lane Dittoe Videography: Buckley Video Flowers: F. ...

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40% off at sumthin savvy
40% off at sumthin savvy

Hey Girls stock up on your honeymoon gear! We heard of a great little boutique, www.sumthinsavvy.com, that just opened and they are offering 40% off their entire inventory for 3 days only! What really caught our eye where the super new stylish ...

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The Rehearsal Dinner
The Rehearsal Dinner

Traditionally, the rehearsal dinner is hosted by the groom’s parents 1-2 nights before the wedding. The guest list usually includes, the bride and groom, the wedding party along with their spouses, the immediate family of both bride and groom, and ...

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Feel Good Favors
Feel Good Favors

The I Do Foundation celebrates generosity. Plain and simple. Give. If you would like to have a feel good favor at your wedding, have a peek at the The I Do Foundation. You have four cool options for alternative favors. Giving makes the Wedding ...

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Look Out for the Brand New Look Books!
Look Out for the Brand New Look Books!

The Wedding Chicks know how busy you are and we want to help you find just what you need as quickly as possible! That is why we are introducing vendor Look Books! You will find them in the directory soon. They are just brand spankin' new so you'll ...

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Sweet and Saucy
Sweet and Saucy

How adorable are these cookies?? Bikini cookies with a monogram?!! The Wedding Chicks LOVE this idea. These cookies would be adorable for any kind of shower, party or wedding! We just found out about Melody Brandon and her business Sweet and Saucy! ...

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Wear-It-Forever
Wear-It-Forever

Playing with notions of art through nature is what Sarah Perlis does best. Her handmade jewelry is created in her downtown New York City studio. Her newest collection, "In the Rough," incorporates 22k recycled gold and alluvial responsibly ...

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Menu Trends
Menu Trends

Lorraine Keseloff, The Wedding Fairy, was raised in a restaurant/pub in England, is a contributing food writer for Culinary Trends Magazine, and was a former Wedding Sales Manager for one of OC's top wedding caterers. Say after me no more rubber ...

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What's your 'Couple Style'?
What's your 'Couple Style'?

Choosing your engagement location can sometimes be difficult. You want your photos to look like "YOU" and show off your personal style. It helps to determine what you want in the look and feel of your photos before deciding on your ...

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COLOR INSPIRATION {GREEN}
COLOR INSPIRATION {GREEN}

Here are some fabulous green inspirations! Green is such an amazing color and rarely gets the attention it deserves. We recall a certain quote from a certain frog "It's not easy being green." Well, no more my friends! It's time to be green ...

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Mac Looks
Mac Looks

MAC Cosmetics has been a leader in innovative colors and fabulous looks as far back as we can remember! We love all of the delicious colors, especially the pinks and peaches! The colors are so feminine and pretty - just perfect for a bride! {On the ...

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Groom Style
Groom Style

The Wedding Chicks believe that the groom should have a style all his own. Be it casual, formal, bold, hipster ... whatever, he should look like himself on the wedding day! Your man can show off his personal style (or yours, ha ha) with the cut of ...

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AS YOU WHISH
AS YOU WHISH

Pamper yourself from head to toe on your special day! Ok pamper yourself everyday. Whish revolution introduces a line of shaving products that promote smooth, healthy, ageless skin. These “magic potions” smell delicious and are wonderfully ...

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Small Packages For Good Things
Small Packages For Good Things

We know how hard it is to find perfect favors that reflect your style and match perfectly with your big day! We came across Karen Smallbone who was recently featured in In Style Weddings spring issue. She has the cutest custom favors from perfectly ...

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Tan Youself Silly!
Tan Youself Silly!

With self-tanners all the rage to keep our skin bronze, beautiful and young; the Wedding Chicks did a little research about some of the top rated self-tanning products out there! Let us know if you have tried something different that you love! 1. ...

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bliss
bliss

We found one of New York's hottest spas - in LA! What a great place to spend the day with your bridesmaids! Read on to learn a little more about Bliss and what they have to say about their spa. After giving a million massages, a trillion triple ...

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John Partridge Photography
John Partridge Photography

The Wedding Chicks love John Partridge Photography! John's a hip Orange County Photographer based in San Clemente. We love John's fresh and crisp take on wedding photography. With cool angles and great candids, John is a definite Chick pick! Be sure ...

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Pueblo Bonito Los Cabos
Pueblo Bonito Los Cabos

Pueblo Bonito Los Cabos This oceanfront, boutique adults-only resort with cutting-edge, minimalist style sits by itself on a rugged 2.5-mi stretch of sand beach on the Pacific side of Cabo. The holistic spa offers signature treatments, a meditation ...

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The Art of The Pupu
The Art of The Pupu

Five of Maui's most talented chefs share their favorite appetizers. (poo-poo) noun, Polynesian-Hawaiian Cookery any hot or cold bite-size appetizer, often served in a varied assortment. (Origin: Hawaiian pupu) First impressions are everything, ...

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You're So Fancy!
You're So Fancy!

Impress your guest with personalized FREE wine labels created especially for you. You can also design a wine tasting party mat, wedding program and favor tags. Those items will have to be printed at home. Did we mention it was FREE! It only takes a ...

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Wedding Chicks' Favorite Skin Care
Wedding Chicks' Favorite Skin Care

The Wedding Chicks love, love, love Borghese skin care products. They are wonderful and they are never tested on animals, plus they help make us look and feel great! Here is a great line up for normal skin! {from left to right} ...

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For Your Party
For Your Party

We found a great resource for party accessories! Sari, president and founder of For Your Party as well as passionate party hostess, has long seen the need for unique, personalized party accessories. After several unsatisfying online ordering ...

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DESTINATION WEDDING PHOTOGRAPHY GIVEAWAY!
DESTINATION WEDDING PHOTOGRAPHY GIVEAWAY!

The wildly talented Heather Moreau, Vallentyne Photography, is giving away a photography package for a destination wedding to one of our Wedding Chick readers! The lucky chick and her man will receive: - Heather's photographic talent for their ...

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Dress Shopping Tip
Dress Shopping Tip

Here are a few tips to consider when shopping for your dress: • Make an appointment {if you don't have one, it is likely that you won't get the attention you need} • Bring a friend or your mom {it's always nice to have honest opinions} • Get ...

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And the Winner is ...
And the Winner is ...

Congratulations Jenn R.! You are the winner of Style Your Dream Wedding, by Susie Coelho! Jenn will be married on Sept. 19th, 2008 in Tuscany, Italy! We can't wait to see photos from your super stylish wedding! Please send your shipping information ...

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Hey, Mister DJ ...
Hey, Mister DJ ...

The Wedding Chicks love VOX DJs! KC Campbell, owner, first worked with the Wedding Chicks in 2003. Since then, VOX DJs has become our favorite DJ company and top referral. KC's magnetic personality, outgoing nature, and level of professionalism set ...

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Shoes - Things to consider before you choose!
Shoes - Things to consider before you choose!

These Manolo Blahnik's were both darling and comfortable! Shoes shopping is always a good time, but when shopping for your wedding shoes there are some things to consider that you may not think about! They may look TO DIE FOR on the shelf, but once ...

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Vallentyne Photography
Vallentyne Photography

The Wedding Chicks love Heather Moreau of Vallentyne Photography! Heather is a fresh new photographer who has burst on to the scene with her creative compositions, beautiful use of light, and ability to connect with clients. Her background stems ...

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Erin Cole Couture Bridal
Erin Cole Couture Bridal

Erin Cole is a darling bridal salon in Costa Mesa, California. Here you can find Erin Cole's entire line of couture gowns as well the gowns of several other amazing designers. Erin Cole also carries a full line of fabulous accessories. Erin Cole is ...

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Our FIRST Chick Giveaway!
Our FIRST Chick Giveaway!

The lucky winner of this Chick Giveway will receive a copy of Style Your Dream Wedding, by Susie Coelho! This book is full of fabulous ideas and photographs! HOW TO ENTER: • Post a comment: Tell us your wedding theme and date. • Be sure to use ...

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Chic Cocktails
Chic Cocktails

Signature cocktails are a fun way to spruce up the cocktail hour! Triple Shot Espresso Bean there, done that? Create a cuppa joe cocktail that delivers a java jolt. • 1 shot Van Gogh Espresso Vodka • 1 shot Kahlua coffee liqueur • 1 shot ...

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On the Dot!
On the Dot!

Everyone loves the polka dot! A classic look that will never go out of style! Hey - polka dots might even make your dinner look more sassy! We love Kate Spade’s home collection - so many adorable things! Well, we prety much love everything that ...

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Spa Day for the Girls!
Spa Day for the Girls!

Plan a spa day with your bridesmaids to get pampered and have some girl time! Escape to a gentler pace at The Ritz-Carlton Spa, Laguna Niguel, where the constant presence of the ocean inspires renewal. All 11 treatment rooms within this newly ...

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Peach & Plum
Peach & Plum

Choosing your colors can be a bit daunting and at times, the colors all seem to blend together and you get lost in a sea of pinks, purples and chocolate browns. The chicks would suggest choosing one primary and one or two accents. Then be sure to ...

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