Flowers: Pink is still In

We know that pink is a perennial favorite hue for brides but Paula Pryke has taken pink to a new level with her book, Simply Pink now available in hardback.  A favorite amongst floral designer, Paula Pryke has been inspiring brides, planners, and floral enthusiastic with her manicured, English, lush style.

Just remember that there are many shades of pink and no matter which shade is here today, it will never be gone.  For great floral ideas that are just as beautiful for the home as it is for a wedding, we encourage you to browse Paula's new book.

Industry News: A Promise, A Pearl

What is Promise and Pearls? It's an annual San Francisco bridal soiree featuring unique vendors, trends, and great social networking.  Both great for bride's, groom's and professionals who want to mingle and see who's who's and what's new.

Founders, Beverly Yip and Michelle Barrionuevo-Mazzini are the two wonderful gals behind this.

Industry News: Smart Tool: Apple Iphone Apps for Wedding Vendor

What's the newest tool for your business?  Perhaps you should now consider an Apple Iphone and/or Ipad App.

Why should your business create an Apple App? 

The Pro's: It's likely that more potential clients are on the go downloading information via their smartphones than even their desktops - simply put, an App is a great way to get that potential client to see your work.  

It also establishes your business as a legitimate player in your market.  

More importantly, if you are consciously aware of your branding, to have an Apple App tells your clients that you are not only a trendsetter but also tech savvy.  

And remember, if your clients are choosing between multiple vendors, you have to step up and make your brand distinctively different. 

Here's just one example of the name Wedding Related App that you can download in the Apple Iphone App's store by Nancy Liu Chin Designs.

Venue: Honeymoon II

Most people don't think about venturing to India for their honeymoon.  However, we are hoping that the beautiful Raas resort in the city of Jodhpur, in the Indian state of Rajasthan might tempt you.

A city known for its palaces, forts, and temples against the stark contrast of the Thar desert, Sun City as Jodhpur is referred to is a sunny and bright place where the weather is warm year round.  What a magestic to escape to.

The problem was beautiful places is that you will never want to return to the normal afterwards.

Industry News: SF Dream Wedding Video

2010 SF Dream Wedding Vanessa + Mike from andrew msv on Vimeo.

The uber talented filmmaker, Andrew Hsu of MSV shot this video for Vanessa and Mike, the recipients of the 1st ever San Francisco Dream Wedding Giveaway.  Their love does conquer all especially as Vanessa is battling life threatening cancer.  Our prayers go out to Vanessa as she continues with her fight against Hodgkin's Lymphoma.

Many vendors were involved with this event - we call them our heroes.  And we applaud them for making dreams happen.

Inspirations: Sexy, Sultry City

So Sex and the City opened last week to mildly disappointing reviews but you can't blame fans of Carrie Bradshaw and Company for drooling over the fashion eye candy.

We found this sultry, sexy inspiration board a perfect combination of luxe, decadence and ubercoolness that defines this second dose of SATC.