Given that our wedding is during the Memorial Day holiday weekend, we felt it was necessary to send save-the-date cards. Initially, I thought I would send them in January for our May wedding but was quickly told by some close friends and family, and even some vendors that the sooner you send, the better, and ideally anywhere between 8-10 months before the wedding. I started shopping around for some ideas, and settled on using Shutterfly’s Wedding Divas services. They have an option, where you can choose several styles, colors, and layouts and they will send you a sample package. It was the most convenient and inexpensive way to go. Plus, it was an excuse for me to convince Serj to take some engagement photos.

Rolan and Roxy established Royal Cakes in 2010. Roxy’s family had long been in the bakery industry, starting from her grandfather. He was known as the town’s best baker and made special cakes for all the birthdays! When Rolan and Roxy met and got engaged, they decided to grow the business and founded Royal Cakes.

Royal Cakes has since been known for its’ beautiful designs and delicious flavors. The company has ensured their stunning cakes match in taste. Their design ideas are inspired by Rolan and Roxy’s imaginations. The intricate details of the cakes make them amazing creations! The cakes are covered in fondant, allowing more creativity in the design aspect. Also, the sugar flowers are handmade making them stand out and mirror perfection.

"We’re engaged!" The most exciting thing we had the pleasure of announcing. The first thing everyone was asking us was, "So when’s the big day?" Before we did any type of planning though, we decided to take engagement photos so that we could always remember how excited we truly were!

John and Mary's wedding is picture perfect! From Mary's gorgeous gown, the cake, to the flowers, every detail is stunning. We spoke with Memorable Moments Event Planning and they shared some of the highlights from the wedding.

Wedding day makeup can be tricky but fun, as you’ll likely wear more cosmetics than normal but still want to look like yourself. Essentially the goal is to be the most beautiful version of you, explains featured Makeup/Brow Artist Andrew Velazquez. “Makeup is emotional! If you look good then you feel good!” Finding the right makeup artist is therefore vital, and trial runs where the artist comes to your house or you go to their space to test a look is highly recommended. At the trial is where together you can determine what the best look is for you, customized to compliment your features. If dreaming of a fresh, modern approach for your big day, check out some of the top wedding day makeup trends for this year!

Professional Makeup/Brow Artist Andrew Velazquez shares the latest wedding day trends along with beautiful photos for your inspiration. Have fun trying out these different looks with your makeup artist before deciding on one look for your special day!

Technology has evolved exponentially within the last ten years, and the wedding planning process has joined the evolution. Where once, brides would carry around heavy binders filled with information on venues, caterers, photographers, and all other wedding vendors they were considering, today they have the luxury of browsing, calling, and ultimately choosing all of their vendors from one small, pocket-sized device, thanks to wedding planning smartphone apps. There are tons of wedding apps out there, each with a different layout or functionality. Here are our top 10 favorites. 

Photo source Pass the Bouquet 

The first question people often ask when they hear you are engaged is, “so when is the big day?” and realistically, the answer is “whenever I find a hall.” At first, Serj and I were very adamant that we wanted to shy away from the typical Armenian banquet hall. Realistically our dream was to get married at Hummingbirds Nest Ranch in Santa Susana. We reserved a date, a random Saturday, then were told that the location had been booked almost all summer for the filming of a show or movie. So we started our search for an outdoor location all over again and our dreams of an outdoor wedding were quickly crushed when we learned about the costs and restrictions associated with those types of locations. 

Photo by Metropol Banquet

Your wedding photographer is one of the most important wedding vendors you choose. Some couples already know who they want to hire before there is even a ring involved! But others who are at the beginning stages of the planning process may not know how to assess one photographer’s services from another. While some couples use budget as their deciding factor, it is important to consider a photographer’s style and personality. Does their work speak to you? Are they someone you can get along with? Most couples may not realize that a photographer is like an extra member of their wedding party and will be with them all day. To navigate through this important and personal decision here are few questions to keep in mind.

Photo by Armen Asadorian Photography 

Besides choosing your cake, sweets and decorations for your bridal shower, the fun games are a big part of the celebration. As the host, it's important to choose the right games to ensure your guests are having fun and participating in the event. Depending on the setting and your audience, you might choose simple or active games. Here are twelve fun game ideas. 

Photo by Rene Zadori Photography 

1. How well do you know the Bride & Groom? 

Have everyone try to answer 10-20 questions about the bride & groom-to-be to see who knows them best. 

If you love seafood or you’re hosting an event where seafood matches the theme best, then you’re going to love Little Mermaid Smokehouse. Little Mermaid Smokehouse offers high quality seafood catering. The company specializes in seafood, making them unique and different from other catering services.

As you may be thinking, the name of the smokehouse is inspired by the Disney Character and means Jra Hars in Armenian. The company has been in business since 2012 and has 25 years of experience in the food industry. With the commitment to ensuring quality in every aspect, Little Mermaid Smokehouse is the manufacturer of their products. Meaning every item is made to order and freshly smoked. Some of their most popular items include Smoked Salmon, Smoked Sturgeon, and Smoked Balik/Kpitan.