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Fall in LOVE with Indy!

This year, the Association of Bridal Consultants (ABC) hosted their annual conference in Indianapolis, Indiana and I was there!! This was my first conference since becoming a member 3 years ago and I really enjoyed myself. It was a whirlwind and it all seemed to go by so quickly, but here are some of the most exciting parts.

Day one I checked into the Hyatt Regency in downtown Indianapolis and attended a meeting on “How to Market and Position your Business to Mainstream Media,” by Editor in Chief of Get Married Magazine, Stephanie Davis. Later that evening they hosted the opening reception titled “Diamonds are a Girls Best Friend.” Day two Frank Andonoplas, MBC - Frank’s Event Design, Chicago, IL was one of the key note speakers and gave us all inspiration to be better planners. We had a great lunch with a “Fashionista” theme and L. Gene Huddleson from Detail+Design Indianapolis In.  went over 5 different priced tablescapes, and how you can make a beautiful table with any budget, it was amazing. The last day topped it all off with Ciara Daykin of Firefly Occasions and Rockstar Wedding Planner speaking at our luncheon, Peggy Post giving us all updates on Wedding Etiquette and closing out the convention was Sylivia Weinstock! She is an amazing and extremely talented lady.

Next year’s conference will be in Phoenix Az., closer to home so I will be attending! Check out some pictures below and for more pictures become a Fan of Platinum Lining Events on Facebook!

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Staci Sunshine and Gary Bright

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Staci and Gary were an awesome couple. I am so glad PLE got the opportunity to help plan their wedding. Although I didn’t get great pictures their wedding was fabulous. The pictures don’t do justice but they used great vendors such as Irises Designs, Moon Dust DJ. They had their wedding at First United Methodist Church in Ontario and the reception was at Crestmore Manor in Riverside. They had a very cool photo booth that could hold at least 10-15 people at one time. Open bar with Michelle the bartender from Rhythem Ent. she was the Best bar tender I have ever used.  All of this for under 20K! So cheers to the Sunshine-Bright wedding - you gotta love the last names. Staci is going from Sunshine to Bright!!!!!!!!!! Great Couple.

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Monique & Yahmin 11-8-08

This was a beautiful wedding that we planned for Monique and Yahmin. They were married on Nov. 8, 2008 at the St. Philips Episcopal Church in Los Angeles and then the 150+ guest reception was held at the beautifully remolded Universal Sheraton in the Roof Top Garden room. Their 5 tier cake was so beautiful in the room against all the windows that overlooked the city.  Their guest enjoyed a wonderful 3 course meal and a chocolate fountain full of treats for dessert. This wedding was planned for over a year with the Bride and groom living in separate states for the majority of the planning this was definitely the type of wedding that a coordinator is a must have. For more information about this wedding please contact us. www.platinumlining.com
Vendors used in this wedding:
Coordinator: Platinum Lining Events
Flowers: Irises Floral Designs
Photogrpaher: True Emotions
DJ: Beverly Hills DJ Company
Cake: Porto’s Bakery
Location: Universal Sheraton
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Larsen/Baker Wedding 10-4-08

Wow, this was a great wedding to coordinate and I had such a great time with the entire family. There were so many details to keep track of, items to prioritize, vendors to book and family traditions to preserve.  Here is the story of my most recent wedding event: When Amy Larsen and Derek Baker discussed “something old” for their October wedding, the choice was obvious - The Maclin family compound, known around the world as Maclin’s Open Air Market. While a location known for antiques, livestock auctions and swap meet bargains seems to be an unusual background for exchanging wedding vows, the young couple actually honors an earlier family marriage that took place in July 1932.

Amy’s great grandparents were married 76 years ago in the living room of one of the homes that remains on the compound. While many traditions were followed, many things were fresh and new in this wedding. The guest list was over 150, they enjoyed a four-course dinner provided under a 3,000 square foot tent by Gourmet Gourmet Catering, custom designed cake from Sweet Art Cakes, amazing lighting effects and a fun interactive DJ from The D’Jay Company and amazing pictures by Joseph’s Photographic Design (see below).  We had a light drizzle all day but everything went just as planned and it even stopped raining for the outdoor ceremony.

In today’s tight economy many brides may think one item to cut from their budget could be a coordinator, but it may end up costing you more in the long run if you don’t hire a coordinator. I can say I used all my experience and connections for this wedding and we came in under the original budgeted amount and it couldn’t have been more beautiful!  

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