ST. REGIS + WEDDING JEANNIE + PARADISE DELIGHT = HOT BOLLYWOOD WEDDING

Paradise Delight, Orange County's leading wedding florist, joined forces with Jeannie Ward of The Wedding Jeannie for a memorable Indian Wedding at the St. Regis Resort & Spa in Monarch Beach. 

We were honored to work with Jen from  Photojenics Photography.  Also,  J. Mac, a photography student of Calvary Chapel High School shot these amazing images from the ceremony and reception ballroom.  It was for her project.  Check back soon....more images are forthcoming!

LEARN HOW TO SAVE $1,500.00 OFF YOUR WEDDING BUDGET

Paradise Delight, Orange County wedding florist, was honored to be the guest speaker for a wedding planning class. Our focus was to provide proven tips and techniques to transform a celebration without breaking the bank.

With over 25 in attendance, Paradise Delight emphasized that “customization” is the critical ingredient for today’s weddings. Here are some of the tips in shaving at least $1,500.00 off the wedding budget.

Savings Tip # 1 - Food and beverage will account for half of your wedding budget. So select a venue that has the décor and theme of your celebration. For example, if you are looking for a wine theme, select a vineyard or wine cellar. Nautical or ocean feel, select a venue such as Aquarium of the Pacific where all the décor is already in place. Any addition of décor elements that is not already in place will add to your budget.

Savings Tip # 2  -  If possible, select a Friday or Sunday for a lower food and beverage minimum order. Factor in another 30% for service charge and sales tax. For example, if the venue quotes $100.00 per person for the food and beverage, it is more likely $130.00 per person with sales tax and service charge.

Savings Tip # 3  -  Utilize seasonal flowers to shave your floral budget. You may embellish with premium flower for a more refined look. However, utilizing all premium flowers will be 3 times to 5 times more than seasonal flowers.  Also, re-purpose ceremony flowers for the reception ballroom.

Savings Tip # 4  -  First impression leaves a lasting impression. Utilize specialty lighting (up lights, pin spots, washes) to enhance the mood. Votives, pillars and floating candles makes the mood more romantic. Personalize with specialty linens or nakins.

Savings Tip # 5  -  Prioritize, edit and play with the numbers of décor. The higher the priority, the more the budget allocation should be.

To find out more on how we can help you save $1,500.00 from your wedding, visit Orange County Wedding Florist or call (949) 851-4739 for a complimentary consultation.

JOIN PARADISE DELIGHT AT ST. REGIS RESORT BRIDAL OPEN HOUSE

Paradise Delight is in the business of creating beautiful environments for Orange County discerning brides and grooms.

Join us as we showcase the latest wedding trends along with our innovative floral artwork at the St. Regis Resort in Monarch Beach on Sunday, March 8th.

The location is amazing! The St. Regis Monarch Beach commands the Dana Point coastline - an Orange County luxury resort, imaginatively conceived to envelop the senses, answer every desire and stir the soul. With its oceanfront allure, Tuscan style and timeless attentiveness, The SoCal experience at its most legendary, the perfect home base for exploring all things OC...and the address for inspired abandon.

Reservations are required! For more information, visit St. Regis Weddings or call (949) 234-3455.

LEGENDS & ICONS BALL - PART II

Paradise Delight is in the business of creating beautiful environments for special events.

Hired just three weeks prior to the Professional Beauty Association Opening Gala, Paradise Delight was tasked to create, design and execute for trend setting beauty professionals worldwide.

By understanding the big picture, Paradise Delight was able to create a fresh, innovative and contemporary theme that reflected the true essence of our client.  (Oh yes, pictures are forthcoming!)

Also, the good news is that the proceeds would benefit Dining For Change, a non-profit organization whose focus is to make a difference in the lives of those impacted by cancer, domestic abuse and natural disasters.

It is a grassroots fundraising initiative based on a new and growing model of localized charitable work called "giving circles" - groups of individuals networked with other small groups to make a difference.   For more information, visit Dining For Change.