Cool Ideas

Today was unusually scorching here in San Diego. And, as with most every random thought of mine, my mind wandered to something wedding-related. So, as I turned the fan on "high", I immediately pictured guests awaiting the bride's arrival as they sat miserably in the beaming sun. Now that's a horrible scene to have on your wedding day!

Yes, we all love warm sunny weather, but I'm certain that you don't want your guests to be uncomfortable. So, if you're planning an outdoor wedding (especially in the summer), be sure to consider ways of keeping your family and friends cool and comfortable.

Consider these options:

Rent umbrellas to create shade or have a basket of parasols for guests to grab on the way to their seats.


Arrange for a water station containing chilled bottles

or dispensers filled with cucumber and fruit-infused water


Fans can be placed on each seat and they also serve as a special keepsake.

But, in addition to keeping your guests cool, don't forget to keep them protected as well. Cute little monogrammed bottles of sunscreen are a nice and thoughtful touch.

Wedding Planning 101

CALLING ALL BRIDES!!!!!!!

Come on out to the Bridal Insider Studio on Thursday 10/5/10 and learn how to get started in the right direction with your wedding planning.

Join my wedding planner colleague, DeShai Roberson (of Oh So Chic Wedding & Event Planning) and myself (What A Wedding!) as we provide you with information that will help you avoid planning pitfalls and unnecessary stress.

We look forward to seeing you there!

Click here for additional information and to RSVP.

A Real Wedding Sneak Peek

CONGRATS to the newlyweds Quinn & Joe who were married on 8/28/10 at a private residence in Encinitas, California! They were truly a joy to work with, the wedding was beautiful and the event went off without a hitch.

Cole Joseph Photography captured the special wedding moments. Take a look at a few of the photos from their blog.

OUR NEW WEBSITE HAS ARRIVED!!!!!!!

Drum roll please...........


What A Wedding! is happy to announce the launching of our new website. Check it out, take a look around and let us know what you think (but please be patient while the kinks are worked out) :-)

It's been a long time in the making, but we love the final product!!!!!

And we can't go without sending a huge "THANK YOU" to Cathy (of Love-Inspired) for designing the site.


Enjoy and HAPPY PLANNING!!!!!!!