RHAPSODY IN BLOOM

EXQUISITE WEDDINGS MAGAZINE FALL 2013

Monarch Weddings is  so proud to see our Rhapsody in Bloom tabletop design in the Fall 2013 Issue of Exquisite Weddings Magazine.  It was wonderful to collaborate with Bethany of Splendid Sentiments Floral Design and Concepts Event Design on this vibrant, modern, whimsical meets a touch of rustic themed table top.

The design process started with a few of my favorite flowers, the Coral “Charm” Peony, Purple Phalaenopsis, and the blush Cafe Au Lait Dahlia. An unlikely combination of colors & florals. Then for the furniture pieces, I loved the chic modern lines and clean look of the white throne chair & side chairs from Concepts Event Design, but wanted a little more whimsy and earthiness, so used a juxtaposing element of a farm table (Concepts Event Design).   The vibrant and contrasting colors of the flowers  really popped against the clean white pieces.  Then for an additional touch of whimsy, I added in monarch butterflies. nestled in different areas and created full butterfly wing place-mats. Layering each place-mat with “faux” butterfly wings.   Then added a white Moroccan style frame  from Z Gallery for another layer of charger and a gold charger plate on top of that which looked butterfly wings up close. Polished off the place setting with a beautiful designed menu from J Grace. read more

 EXCITING NEWS FOR MONARCH WEDDINGS!!!! 

As a San Diego native, Balboa Park has been a long time favorite places to visit in San Diego.  When I was young, my mom would take us kids down to Balboa Park to walk around and see all the beautiful sites of the Park and Museums. I feel in love with the beautiful architecture, the sites and sounds, and the experience of learning more about San Diego’s history.  As I began my journey as an event planner, The Prado at Balboa Park was a popular event spot and I was blessed to have opportunities to manage  weddings at the venue.  The Prado at Balboa Park quickly became one of my favorite venues to manage events at in San Diego. read more

NICK & JACKIE

THE PRADO AT BALBOA PARK – SAN DIEGO, CA

PART 2 –  THE CELEBRATION

It was such an honor to have the wonderful opportunity to work with this adorable fun loving couple (Nick and Jackie).  As you will see from the images captured by True Photography, this was such a vibrant, pretty and really FUN wedding.

After the ceremony at the Wishing Well, guests enjoyed cocktails & delicious appetizers while listening to the sounds of a Mariachi band playing in the Courtyard.  Then moving inside the Prado Ballroom, It’s easy to see from the images captured… the energy of this wedding was… fun… fun…fun!!! read more

NICK AND JACKIE

THE PRADO AT BALBOA PARK – SAN DIEGO, CA 

PART 1 – PRE-CEREMONY & CEREMONY

It was such an honor to have the wonderful opportunity to work with this adorable fun loving couple (Nick and Jackie).  As you will see from the images captured by True Photography, this was such a vibrant, pretty and really FUN wedding.

Both bridal parties got ready at the Marriott Downtown San Diego then a stretched limo over to the Prado at Balboa Park for the pre-ceremony photos, First Look,  ceremony and reception.  At the end of the evening, many guests and the entire bridal party ended up back at the Marriott for the fun “after-party”. read more

TIME-LAPSE VIDEO OF INTIMATE LODGE AT TORREY PINES WEDDING.

Check out this cool time-lapse video courtesy of Darin Fong Photography of our setup of this intimate rustic, blush wedding at the Lodge at Torrey Pines for Nina and Dan this past August 9, 2013.

It’s always so fun to see these time-lapse videos on how it all comes together on the big day!

VENDOR LOVE:

WEDDING PLANNER: KELI CHRISTENSON, OF MONARCH WEDDINGS

PHOTOGRAPHY: DARIN FONG PHOTOGRAPHY

VIDEOGRAPHY: DARIN FONG PHOTOGRAPHY

FLORIST:  SPLENDID SENTIMENTS FLORAL DESIGN

PAPER ELEMENTS: WHIMSIQUE DESIGNER INVITATION & STATIONERY read more

Below are a few sneak peak photos from a recent wedding Monarch Weddings planned at La Valencia. 

More photos from this stunning blush, black and white wedding coming soon! read more

MATT & KELLY

RANCH HO– USE AT DEL SUR

PART 2 {THE CELEBRATION!}

The rolling hills in the background and the sun slowly setting provided the perfect backdrop for the heartfelt first dance and father/daughter dance.   While the delicious, organic food prepared  by caterer A Perfect Everytime Catering was a huge hit for everyone – it was not only visually appealing, it was extremely fresh and flavorful! YUM!!

Here’s some of the reception celebration photos from Kelly & Matt’s Romance on the Ranch, rustic shabby chic wedding at the Del Sur Ranch House in San Diego, CA. read more

MATT & KELLY
RANCH HO– USE AT DEL SUE
PART 1 {CEREMONY}

Kelly and Matt were such a  joy to work with. It was fun planning their rustic shabby chic wedding at the Del Sur Ranch House in Santa Luz.  This  San Diego wedding was beautiful, intimate, and a perfect reflection of their easy going, natural, clean, but chic styles.   Their family was so helpful to the couple  and set up the white fabric draping, lighting and other items.  Everyone, of course including Monarch Weddings team, pulled together to make sure Kelly and Matt had their dream wedding .  There was so much joy and love in the air… it was palatable. read more

EXCITING NEWS FOR MONARCH WEDDINGS!

Strictly Weddings features the stunning french vintage wedding at the Westgate hotel on their blog! 

Monarch Weddings is very honored that such a well respected and prominent national bridal website (Strictly Weddings) would feature one of our weddings.  This is a blessing and another wonderful step forward for Monarch Weddings.

Strictly Weddings Blog 

Click the image of screen shot of their blog below to view Strictly Weddings complete blog coverage of this  Stunning French Vintage Inspired SoCal Wedding

VENDOR LOVE: read more

MANDY & JAMIE ~ LOVE AT FIRST BLUSH PART 2

{RECEPTION DETAILS & THE CELEBRATION}

I’m excited to share Part 2 of Mandy & Jamie’s stunning blush French vintage wedding at beautiful Parisian designed Westgate Hotel in downtown San Diego.  We will showcase the delicate and beautiful details and of course, the wonderful wedding celebration.

WANT MORE OF THIS STUNNING FRENCH VINTAGE WEDDING… CHECK OUT MANDY & JAMIE’S  WEDDING VIDEO CREATED BY SIDE BY SIDE CINEMA

THIS WEDDING WAS FEATURED IN CEREMONY MAGAZINE:

VENDOR LOVE:

WEDDING PLANNER: KELI CHRISTENSON, OWNER OF MONARCH WEDDINGS read more