A few weeks ago, Elizabeth McDonald, Catering Sales Manager and Linda Dimeglio, Entertainment Sales Manager at the Inter-Continental Hotel in Century City invited me to a gourmet lunch and a VIP tour of the newly renovated ballroom with the fabulous Robert Nichols, Director of Catering and Convention Services.
Contact - Elizabeth McDonald
Catering Sales Manager
elizabeth.mcdonald@ihg.com
INTERCONTINENTAL LOS ANGELES
CENTURY CITY AT BEVERLY HILLS
2151 Avenue of the Stars, Los Angeles, CA 90067
Direct: 310 789 6402
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I am a little late this week - with the Fourth of July holiday and wedding season in full swing.
Have a great weekend!
Planning Tips
If you are one of those people, like me, who does not like to wear a lot of make up, your wedding day is not the time to skip this important step.
I always recommend having a make up and hair trial session, so you know exactly how you want your hair and makeup to look on your wedding day. Trial sessions are important - you have an opportunity to see if you like the artist's work and if you connect. Plus, a professional make up artist and hair stylist knows what to do, so you will look great in your photos.
At the trial, make sure your stylist takes photos of the final look and I recommend that you take a few photos for your own records.
Ask your makeup artist which shade of lipstick he or she is using on you, so you have the same shade in your clutch for touch ups on your wedding day!
I always ask our brides to choose their venue (church, temple, estate, hotel, vineyard, etc.) before they start shopping for their wedding dress.
Some dress designs might not work as well at a rustic vineyard as they would at an elegant hotel.
Something Special for the Groom and his Groomsmen
Los Angeles has some very cool shaving shops around town - makes a cool gift to spoil the man in your life.
The Brighton Shave has their own pool table.
Prices start at $45.
Throwing a Party at Home
Getting Ready for Guests to Arrive:
When I was growing up, my mom would prepare a pitcher of martinis and place it the refrigerator, then she would take the martini glasses and place them in the freezer about an hour before the guests would arrive. Our guests would enjoy the effect. My mom is one of the best hostesses that I know. xo
Special Touches:
Make sure there are places in your home or apartment where your guests can talk without the music blasting in their ears. Your guests, who want to catch up will thank you for this opportunity. xo
If your invite time is 8:30 pm or 9:00 pm, have appetizers and beverages ready for your guests upon their arrival. You don't want your guests to be hungry or thirsty while you are making the final touches on your signature dish.
Toasts for the Couple:
If your wedding party or family is asking for toasting tips, check out "Words for the Wedding: Creative Ideas for Personalizing Your Vows, Toasts, Invitations and More (Perigee Trade Paperback, $15.00)
Picks of the week
blush dress
peonies
princess
more peonies :-)
love this clutch
romantic
pretty
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