Real Wedding Inspiration: Moroccan Inspired Wedding

Photography: Elizabeth Messina
Blog: Kiss the Groom

Elizabeth Messina Snippet: lisa vorce of OH, HOW CHARMING! is truly amazing….she is a talented and devoted
event producer….she literally brings a couple’s dreams to life….and does so with such
grace….her weddings capture the personal style of a couple…feast your eyes on this….

Elizabeth Messina Snippet: this beautiful wedding took place at the figueroa hotel in los angeles….the bride’s
lovely beaded wedding gown was stunning….everything was truly magnificent…..

Elizabeth Messina Snippet: the location was perfectly suited to the bride & groom’s desire for a morocccan
celebration….and lisa’s attention to detail added the the overall experience…..
from the rich colors & stunning florals to the aroma of incense in the air…..

Elizabeth Messina Snippet: the couple had a beautiful huppa was made from pieces of fabric that had been sent
to all their guests before the wedding ….each guest made a square in honor of their
nuptials….they were literally standing beneath the blessing of their loved ones….

Elizabeth Messina Snippet: even the yamakas complimented the overall look & feel of the wedding….

Elizabeth Messina Snippet: lisa vorce is a truly talented woman….who weaves a couple’s personal style into
every event she produces….the result is beautiful events with intimate touches…..

Real Wedding Inspiration: Alice in Wonderland Tea Party

Photography: Elizabeth Messina
Blog: Kiss the Groom

Elizabeth Messina snippet: the happy couple danced in the garden and dined on mini sandwiches & cookies….and hot tea…..

Elizabeth Messina snippet: mindy weiss created a day inspired by lewis carroll’s “alice in wonderland”….it was truly magical….

Elizabeth Messina snippet: each table was unique….the colors were lovely and fresh….there were little tea sandwiches & sweets for everyone…and beautiful coasters with vintage “alice in wonderland” drawings….and a collection of antique clocks keeping time…..this lovely tea party set the tone for the truly unbelievable wedding that followed…..mindy weiss is an incredibly talented & an extraordinarily sweet person….xoxoxo

Real Wedding Inspiration: A Fairy Wedding

Photography: Elizabeth Messina of Kiss the Groom Blog

Elizabeth Messina Snippet: the high priestess was the officiant & blessed the lovely faery nuptials….

Elizabeth Messina Snippet: the nuptials took place in a forest clearing at the foot of the two most ancient trees

Elizabeth Messina Snippet: the rings were miniature replicas of a golden crown & were presented on a bed of moss

Elizabeth Messina Snippet: all of this beauty, costumes, flowers & decor was created by
tricia fountaine…a visionay & a lover of all things faery…..

Real Wedding Inspiration: Nicole & Michael

Photography: Elizabeth Messina

Photographer's Snippet: Nicole & Michael were married at an extravagant malibu estate…their wedding was beautifully created by event designer sasha souza….the details of the day were so rich & luscious….nicole dahm was stunning in a custom made dress by Baracci….her shoes were by Rene Caovilla….the bride’s style set the tone for the entire celebration….enjoy this feast for the eyes….

Photographer's Snippet: The Details….
After a heartfelt ceremony, the quests made their way to the cocktail party. The cocktail party was stunning, with a 16′ ice bar that served 5 pounds of Osetra Caviar and Vodka, which was the centerpiece of the event. There were also two champagne bars serving vintage Dom Perignon….all in frosted glassware. Although there were scatter showers through out the day…the event was so wonderful. Sasha Souza worked her magic & took care of every detail with such grace….The rain was gone in time for the guests to enjoy the cocktail party. After cocktails came the equally stunning wedding dinner. The wedding dinner was simply beautiful, with incredibly sexy rich fabric, 15,000 red Ecuadorian roses, black crystal chandeliers, three kinds of custom linen and crystal buckles on the menus and chair backs. The ceiling also held special meaning as it was a pattern which was derived from a special tattoo the bride has (which she shares with her triplet sisters)…..

Photographer's Snippet:: The After Party….
The music was incredible! Celebrity DJ, Clinton Sparks, spun tunes, but most amazing part was the band, Camp Freddy. Camp Freddy is comprised of four regular members Dave Navarro (Red Hot Chili Peppers, Jane’s Addiction), Matt Sorum (Guns ‘n Roses, Velvet Revolver), Chris Chaney (Alanis Morrisette, Jane’s Addiction) and Donovan Leach (music legend Donovan’s son). They then brought on the guest stars which included Steve Jones (P.I.L), Steve Stevens (Billy Idol), Cory Taylor (Slipknot - without the mask), Royston Langdon (Spacehog), Paul Cook (Sex Pistols), Duff McKagan (Guns ‘n Roses, Velvet Revolver) and as the big surprise Paul Stanley from Kiss…..this wedding was amazing from start to finish….from the fireworks after dinner….to the champange….to the music…every detail was so well thought out…..sasha souza created a one of a kind event….

Photographer's Snippet: this beautiful event was documented in its entirety by the one & only bliss

Real Wedding Inspiration: Julie & Ian

Photography: Elizabeth Messina
Location: Firestone Vineyard

Real Wedding Inspiration: Julie & Ian

Photography: Elizabeth Messina
Location: Firestone Vineyard