THE HUNTLEY HOTEL - THE HIDDEN TREASURE IN THE HEART OF SANTA MONICA

When the Wedding Jeannie talks, everyone listens! Jeannie Ward, The Wedding Jeannie, has guided our path to an amazing treasure in the heart of Santa Monica, The Huntley Hotel.

Over an amazing meal at The Penthouse, we brain stormed concepts for an urban chic wedding for a wedding couple from New York City. Subsequently, the couple loved our concept. Paradise Delight is honored to be part of the celebration, in conjunction with amazing photographer, Marianne Lozano.

At The Penthouse, LA dining and nightlife soars to breathtaking new heights. Venture into a Santa Monica restaurant and ultra lounge that pulses with excitement 18 stories above the California shore. Contemporary cuisine and creative cocktails blend with a surge of style and celebrity, sweeping through the intimate cabanas and fireside hangouts.

And while many will come to witness the scene, it's the stunning 360º views through a sweeping wall of windows that of¬fers this destination's greatest spectacle. From the Pacific Ocean to the Malibu beach and cliffs to the bright lights of Hollywood, you are truly above it all.

This is The Penthouse, a Huntley Hotel treasure that satisfies your taste for fine American dining while indulging your sense of adventure in an exhilarating ultra lounge atmosphere. Come rise into The Penthouse for a signature LA experience.

The Huntley Hotel is located at 1111 Second Street in Santa Monica.  For more information about hosting your event at The Huntley, contact Rodney Pruchel, Director of Catering at (310) 354-5454

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.

HAPPY VALENTINE'S DAY!

Paradise Delight, The Floral and Event Stylist extends a Valentine's blessing to all.

Love can transform the most commonplace
Into beauty and splendor and sweetness and grace.

Love is unselfish, understanding, and kind,

For it sees with its heart and not with its mind.

PARADISE DELIGHT SELECTED AS THE DESIGNER FOR THE LEGENDS AND ICON BALL – PART I

Paradise Delight, The Floral and Event Stylist, is honored to be the designer for the Legends and Icon Ball for the National Cosmetology Association.

For the first time ever, International Salon & Spa Expo (ISSE) in cooperation with the Professional Beauty Association (PBA), will host the National Cosmetology Association’s (NCA) Legends and Icons Charity Gala.

The 2010 gala honors iconic individuals who have made an indelible mark on the direction of the beauty industry and the lives of literally countless salon professionals. Honorees include Ann Mincey, Robert Cromeans and Sonya & Christopher Dove.

The celebration will take place at the Hyatt Regency Hotel in Long Beach on January 30th, 2010 from 7:00 p.m.

Sponsors for the special event include Redken, Pureology, John Paul Mitchell Systems, and Wella.

For reservations about the Legends and Icon Ball or the International Salon & Spa Expo, visit ProBeauty.org