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A Spectacular Journey of Love: Peter and Pallavi's Indian Wedding
As the wedding planning and design team at Jamison + Tania Events, we had the incredible privilege of working closely with this lovely couple for over a year, crafting two unforgettable events that celebrated their love and diverse cultures. This blog post will take you through the highlights of their enchanting Sangeet and their breathtaking wedding day.
As the wedding planning and design team at Jamison + Tania Events, we had the incredible privilege of working closely with this lovely couple for over a year, crafting two unforgettable events that celebrated their love and diverse cultures. This blog post will take you through the highlights of their enchanting Sangeet and their breathtaking wedding day.
The Sangeet: A Celebration of Music, Dance and Henna
The festivities began with a mesmerizing Sangeet at the Westlake Village Inn, a picturesque venue that set the stage for an evening of vibrant colors and rich traditions. The Sangeet is a pre-wedding celebration in Indian culture, where music, dance, and joyous performances take center stage.
Venue: The Westlake Village Inn provided a stunning backdrop with its lush gardens and elegant architecture.
Design: With careful consideration of Peter and Pallavi's vision, our team created a decor that seamlessly blended Indian and Western elements. We adorned the venue with vibrant florals and warm lighting to create an inviting atmosphere.
Henna Ceremony: Ladies adorned their hands with intricate henna designs, a time-honored tradition signifying love and good fortune.
Performances: The evening was filled with energetic and heartwarming performances from both the couple and their friends and family. The fusion of traditional Indian dances and modern hits added an electrifying touch to the celebration.
The Wedding Day: A Fusion of Cultures at Spanish Hills Club
The wedding day took place at the Spanish Hills Club in Camarillo, a setting that exuded elegance and charm. The fusion of cultures was beautifully reflected in every aspect of this special day.
Venue: The Spanish Hills Club, with its breathtaking views and luxurious ambiance, provided the perfect canvas for Peter and Pallavi's dream wedding.
Design: Our team created a stunning design that harmoniously combined Indian and Western aesthetics. A color palette of coral, pinks and reds beautifully contrasted with the lush greenery of the incredible view.
Ceremony: The couple's love story was beautifully told during the ceremony, blending Indian rituals and a stunning Mandap. Their union was a true representation of love's ability to bring different worlds together.
Reception: The celebration continued with a grand reception where family and friends came together to honor Peter and Pallavi's love. The decor, featuring opulent florals and warm lighting, created an enchanting atmosphere.
Vendors Who Made It Possible
Behind every grand event are the dedicated professionals who make it all come to life. Peter and Pallavi's wedding was no exception, and we are grateful for the talented team of vendors who worked tirelessly to create these unforgettable moments:
Photography: @jennysmithandco_
Videography: @pressfilms
DJ: @voxdjs
Florals: @primroseandpetals
Catering: @manoharsdelhipalace
Cake: @veinjanes
Saree Draping: @draping_by_akta
Hair & Makeup: @dreamvmakeup
Rentals: @arentalconnection
Transportation: @riztransportation
The Haldi Ceremony: A Unique and Joyful Tradition
In addition to the Sangeet and wedding day, Peter and Pallavi incorporated a unique and culturally significant tradition into their wedding festivities—the Haldi ceremony. This vibrant and heartwarming event took place as part of their wedding celebrations and was a delightful surprise for all involved.
Haldi Ceremony: The Haldi ceremony is a cherished tradition in Indian weddings, signifying the purification and beautification of the bride and groom before their wedding. It involves applying a paste made from turmeric, herbs, and aromatic oils to the bride and groom's skin, which is believed to bring good luck and enhance their beauty.
Yellow Theme: For this special occasion, the couple invited Jamison, Tania, and Ashley to join in the celebration. Everyone was dressed in shades of yellow, a color symbolizing joy and happiness. The radiant yellow attire added a pop of color and brightness to the event.
Turmeric Application: Amidst laughter and joy, family and friends took turns applying the turmeric paste to the bride and groom. This interactive and lively ritual was filled with cheerful banter and well-wishes for Peter and Pallavi's future together.
Hosting a Wedding Weekend
Sometimes one day wedding isn't enough! If you have a lot of out-of-town guests OR just want to make your wedding a really fun memory, consider hosting a wedding weekend.
Now you may be wondering — what IS a wedding weekend & how much is this going to cost me? Everyone’s wedding budget looks a bit different, but for suggestions on all inclusive resorts/venues here in California, check out these package options:
Twenty Mile House (one of our couples got married HERE!)
Inviting Guests to Your Wedding Weekend
On the invitations, if not everyone is involved to a particular event, do not include it on your website or invitations. Offer personal invites to events that certain guests are invited to and make sure they know it’s not an open event. This will cut opportunities for any hurt feelings.
After handling all your invites— what does a wedding weekend timeline look like & what kind of events do you add? If you REALLY want to make your wedding weekend EPIC, pay attention to these tips:
Your Wedding Weekend Timeline
Photo: from BRIDES
1.Host a Welcome Party
This could be elaborate (catered with decor) or small (park and BBQ) but will kick off your weekend and welcome guests. A rule of thumb - the welcome party is typically separate from your rehearsal dinner/lunch, but it can be any time the day-before your wedding. Just don’t cram all these events together.
Another helpful tip: if the Welcome Party is the night before, don’t go TOO late! This ensures your guests are not too tired/hungover for the Wedding Day.
Photo: by Pigeon Forge
2. Plan an activity or excursion
From hanging by the resort pool to axe throwing to river rafting — we have seen our Couples plan amazing activities that create memories!
Tip: Do this at least 2-3 days before your wedding to ensure everyone has recovered from the day for your wedding day.
Photo: by Composing Reality Photography
3. Wedding Afterparty!
If you are at a resort or need to end before 10pm on your wedding day, you might consider an after- party. First, take a good look at your guest list to determine if this is something your crowd would be into. Secondly, choose a location that isn’t too far away from your venue (such as a nearby bar, house, etc.)
Photo: from Restaurant Clicks
4. Day-After Brunch
The day after your wedding, if you are wanting to spend extra time with your guests (especially those out of town people you don’t see very often), a day-after brunch is a great way to “thank” your guests for a great weekend. You’re going to want to plan brunch for after around 9:30am (no one wants to jump out of bed the day after a wedding).
Photo: from iStock
Tip: Plan to head off to your honeymoon/night away after your brunch.
Lastly, make sure to do all wedding activities prior to your wedding day and plan for one-on-one moments during & after your wedding day. This will make it feel like a genuine celebration.
Top 10 Things to Consider BEFORE booking your Wedding Venue
What are the two most challenging decisions you’ll make in your wedding planning process? Your Venue and Wedding Dress. And did you know that there are over 701 Venues in Ventura County alone? That number gets much higher the farther you spread your venue search.
(Photo by: Lisa Lorene)
What are the two most challenging decisions you’ll make in your wedding planning process? Your Venue and Wedding Dress. And did you know that there are over 701 Venues in Ventura County alone? That number gets much higher the farther you spread your venue search.
That being said, choosing your venue can be overwhelming with the amount of choices…
Often the experience is more of a love at first sight phenomenon… You walk the venue, fall in love and MAKE it work for your budget, needs and date.
My recommendation is to slow down the process. These will help you narrow down your venue:
Narrow down the search online to your top 10 venues you might be interested in.
Contact each venue and ask for availability and their packages.
Sit down and create a realistic budget. Your Wedding Planner will help you do this!
Plan your guest list. How many guests will you be expecting? On average, 80% of your guest list will attend. So, make sure you are considering this when looking into venue seating.
Go visit 3 of those venues in a 1-3 week time frame (take notes on what you love and dont love about each).
Ask for a full proposal of all of the fees that might be included. Catering, Rentals, Bar, Fees, etc.
Repeat the second and third step until you’ve seen all 10.
Compare your proposals and notes.
Make a decision. Have your wedding planner look over the contract.
Now that you’ve gotten rid of the overwhelming amount of choices, I recommend that all of my couples ask themselves how practical their venue is.
Here are the “Top 10 things to consider BEFORE booking your Wedding Venue”:
Where is the Location? As they say in Real Estate “Location, Location, Location.” Couples are often attracted to venues that offer a unique vibe, but consider the venue from your guests’ perspective. Will they need to book a hotel? Will you need to book transportation? These small considerations will ensure a more comfortable and less stressful experience for your guests.
How has the Inquiry Process been? I’m going to put this frankly, if the booking manager has been slow to respond, rude, or off putting...you’ll have that experience the ENTIRE time. On the other hand, if the booking manager has been kind, responsive and helpful, there’s a good chance that most everyone that works there has the same mentality. Don’t settle for a lack of customer service, because you love the venue aesthetic!
What is your Budget? Will the venue keep you on budget? Often couples opt for a venue where they can bring in their own Catering, Bar, etc. However, I recommend you talk to your planner prior to making this choice. Bringing in all of your own vendors may lead to a higher budget. So truly, run the numbers to ensure the venue will stick to your budget.
Are there Hidden Fees? Things like insurance, taxes, service fees, gratuities can add up. Ensure that you truly understand every fee and that it is within your budget. **Important note- MOST service fees are not considered gratuities and are taxed.** Again, make sure you totally understand the amount you will be charged.
Is Transportation Required? Another big factor in choosing your venue is the parking & transportation needs. Do you need to rent a bus to get guests to the venue? Is their valet or available parking? Is parking on a busy road?
Is it an Accessible Venue? If you plan to invite an older grandparent or have a family member who is in a wheelchair, then you need to make sure your venue is wheelchair or easily accessible for those who have a hard time walking. Are their stairs, a steep incline or gravel? Make sure you consider all of the accessibility aspects prior to booking.
Time of the Wedding. Does the venue require a certain in and out time? Does music have to be off at a certain time? We typically ask for about 3 hour setup time prior to the invitation time and 1-2 hours of clean-up after the event has ended.
How is the Weather? What happens if it rains and your event is fully outside? Can the space be tented and what is the average cost of a tent?
Does the Venue Fit Your Style? I often tell my couples not to settle for style, but I’ll also remind them not to go too far out of their comfort zone as well. For example- let’s say you LOVE a modern vibe but you chose a venue that is Rustic. Will you look back and love your pictures? Will you need to bring in rentals to make the space work for your aesthetic? Does the venue look well kept and in good condition? All this will ensure your style needs are met.
Will there be Multiple Weddings going on that day? Years ago, I attended a wedding as a guest and at the end of the night we were jumping on our provided bus to head back to our hotel. It was only after we left that I realized I was on the wrong bus, for the wrong wedding. While it made for a funny story for my friends, make sure you consider how you’d feel if you weren't the only wedding going on at the same time, at the same venue.
All things considered, you are sure to choose the perfect venue!
Check out this free checklist & venue profile below to guide you through the venue choosing process.
Joy + David Wedding
This Wedding reflected the Couple personalities perfectly. Beautiful, laid-back, fun and full of dancing. I was referred to Joy and David by Tania the Director of the exclusive Santa Monica Beach Club and we immediately clicked. I was so honored to be apart of this amazing day. From sweet floral decor to a classic cake, we incorporated the Beach Club’s Coastal Decor and stunning beach view!
This Wedding reflected the Couple personalities perfectly. Beautiful, laid-back, fun and full of dancing. I was referred to Joy and David by Tania the Director of the exclusive Santa Monica Beach Club and we immediately clicked. I was so honored to be apart of this amazing day. From sweet floral decor to a classic cake, we incorporated the Beach Club’s Coastal Decor and stunning beach view!
Photography & Videography - https://www.studio7photo.net/
Planning - Jamison Events
DJ - https://voxdjs.com/
Flowers - https://www.westwoodflowergarden.com/
Cake - https://www.sweetladyjane.com/
Makeup & Hair - http://www.makeupbykarenlee.com/
Diana & Adam's Great Gatsby Wedding!
Great Gatsby themed Wedding, I was so excited and honored. Not only is Diana genuinely an amazing person but Adam (her groom) truly completes her. They mesh so well together and of course this… makes it even more enjoyable to help them plan their day.
Diana (the beautiful bride) and I both went to the same High School and we were teammates on the HS Dance Team. So, when she came to me about her ideas of a Great Gatsby themed Wedding, I was so excited and honored. Not only is Diana genuinely an amazing person but Adam (her groom) truly completes her. They mesh so well together and of course this… makes it even more enjoyable to help them plan their day.
Diana did most of the decor design herself. As you can tell, her amazing eye for design made her theme truly stand out in a classy (non-cheesy way). I was so taken back at the room when it was complete, the design truly did her theme right and we really enjoyed making her ideas come to life.
Every guest got into it too, from beautiful flapper dresses to canes and flat caps. Guests came dressed up and ready to party!
Vendors Involved-
Planning & Coordination – Jamison Events
Photographer - Milkshake Photo https://milkshakephotography.mypixieset.com/
Videography - Andrew Fels https://www.andrewfelsproductions.com/
DJ Clever
Lighting- In the Mix http://inthemixevents.com/
Hotel Accomodations -Grand Vista Hotel http://grandvistasimi.com/
Cigar Bar - Old Oaks Cigar & Wine Co. https://www.oaksliquors.com/
Photobooth - Magical Events by Yami https://www.photomagicbyyami.com/
Champagne Skirt- UNIFIER Entertainment https://unifierentertainment.com/
Balloon Decor - The Deluxe Balloon Company https://www.thedeluxeballooncompany.com/
Summer Wedding at the Los Robles Greens, Thousand Oaks
Lauren and Winston get married Summer 2019 at the Los Robles Greens in Thousand Oaks CA.
Lauren and Winston were the happiest couple I’ve ever met. Their love shinned through on their special day at the Los Robles Greens venue. Their hints of light blue and navy blue went well with the venue and they danced the night away under the beautiful stars.
Vendors-
Venue- Los Robles Greens
Coordination- Jamison Events
DJ- Bouquet Sound- DJ Matt Nasby
Photography- Jenny Rolapp
Video- Erik Werlin
Florals- Unique Floral Designs
Cake- Sweet Art Bake Shop
Modern meets Romantic at North Ranch CC
A few months ago our friends at North Ranch Country Club went into renovation mode. They planned to revamp their main inside space of their club for a fresh, clean look. We were especially excited for this because their space is a hidden gem and new this renovation would accelerate the space to be truly beautiful!
A few months ago our friends at North Ranch Country Club went into renovation mode. They planned to revamp their main inside space of their club for a fresh, clean look. We were especially excited for this because their space is a hidden gem and new this renovation would accelerate the space to be truly beautiful!
So, when Emma of Emma + Josh Photography reached out to collaborate on a Styled Shoot that would feature their renovation, we jumped on board. At Jamison Events, we don’t do Styled Shoots often, mainly because our availability is minimal, but this was one we were absolutely excited about. As we reached out to some of the areas top vendors, we found that Modern Romantic theme to be exactly the pace for 2019! Clean lined, geo shapes, pops of gold and white floral are the popular choices for this year.
We started out our shoot with the Ceremony spots. North Ranch Country Club has two directions you can chose to face. One features a black iron Gazebo that is beautiful to decorate and the second direction is towards the incredible mountains!
Something I learned the hard way… I really wanted infinity or ghost chairs by Imperial Rentals for the Ceremony space. We learned quick that they are actually really difficult to take photos of since they are…. ghostly. So, Mindy of Primrose and Petals acted quick and made a few extra pieces to accentuate the space and show the amazing chairs.
The Second Ceremony site was so fun to dream up. The DeLuxe Balloon company, Primrose and Petals and myself came up with a Modern Circle Arch featuring all white Balloons and a mix of florals and greenery. I loved how the greenery looked as though they were climbing up the arch!!
The “Lounge” area was my favorite because it featured some modern pieces by everyone involved. When I thought about this Styled Shoot I knew this was one spot I wanted to feature. I’m so proud with how these shots came out!
When we moved into the Ballroom to really feature the new renovation. This was where the design aspect got really fun! I just picture the coolest light meets dark styles in this space. I loved the blue lighting with Dark Grey Linens, it felt so warm yet classy!
Lastly we couldn’t not have some of the extra incredible shots by Emma + Josh Photography as they featured some of the amazing details of this day!
Photographer | Emma + Josh Photography - @emma.and.josh https://emmaandjosh.com/
Planning and Design | Jamison Events - @jamisonevents https://www.jamisonevents.com/
Models | Male- Arnold Park- @coreparkour
Models | Female- Kayla Bailey- @kaylabaileymusic
Hair + Makeup | Cheek to Cheek Artistry- @cheektocheekartistry https://www.bookcheektocheek.com/
Rentals | Papillon Rentals- @papillionrentals https://papillonrentals.com/ and @internationalrental https://www.internationalrentalco.com/
Venue | North Ranch Country Club- @northranchcc https://www.northranchcc.org/
Dress | Cerise Charline- @cerisecharline https://www.cerisecouture.com/
Menswear | Friar Tux- @friartux https://www.friartux.com/
Flowers | Primerose and Petals- @primroseandpetals https://www.primroseandpetals.com/
Cake | Sweet Art Bake Shop- @sweetartbakeshop https://www.sweetartbakeshop.com/
Stationery | Fla-de-Dahs- @fladedahs http://fladedahs.com/
Balloon Decor | The Deluxe Balloon Company- @thedeluxeballooncompany https://www.thedeluxeballooncompany.com/
DJ and Lighting | GTZ Entertainment- @gtzentertainment https://www.gtzentertainment.com/
Linens | Sitting Pretty- @sittingprettyelegantlinens https://www.sittingprettyelegantlinens.com/
With HoneyBook we found Success!
As a Wedding Planner being organized is pretty much our main job. ONE JOB people! So, I needed a program that was almost more organized than me and that still meshed well with my brand. I realized in the first few months of running my business that having a professional, cohesive brand is key. So when I sent out brochures and information to potential clients, I needed that to be universal to my style. In researching HoneyBook, I learned they had custom brochure templates that helped you look consistent, professional and organized. From there, it wasn't a difficult decision to jump on the HoneyBook train.
