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November 11, 2010

These past two months have been such fun, exciting, and busy months!  As I mentioned before, two of our very close friends got married at the beginning of October and we are so incredibly happy for them!

I met Vivian in the dorms at UCI and we ended up being roommates for 3 years, while Lloyd’s search for a place to live eventually led to him moving in with Jeremy.  I wish we could say we played a part in the two of them meeting, but for two years we all went to the same school, Jeremy and I were dating, Viv was my roommate, Lloyd was Jeremy’s roommate…and they never met!

Thankfully they did eventually meet, we all went on a memorable/infamous spring break trip together….and the rest is history!

Their wedding day was beyond beautiful!  They put so much thought into every detail of their wedding and really tried to personalize everything.  And despite some really crazy, unexpected things happening, Viv remained so cool & calm about it all.  I was so honored to be one of her bridesmaids that day!  Of course, the photographer in me couldn’t help but take a few photos throughout the day, so here’s a glimpse into our morning of getting ready at the Viceroy in Santa Monica.

I took some photos at their beautiful reception, too, and I’ll share those in my next post!

Jen Wang did make-up for the bridesmaids, while Nicole DeAnne worked on the bride.  They both did such an amazing job!

Viv & Lloyd exchanged gifts that morning.  Yes, that is a Cartier bag you see!

Viv gave us the coolest bridesmaids gifts ever….two-finger rings from Heist Jewelry!  And don’t you love how Viv wrapped it?

Viv got one for herself, too!


Their first look

Her something blue

Getting Ready Hotel:  Viceroy Santa Monica

Wedding Gown:  Marisa

Florist:  Royal Florist

Hair & Make-up Artists:  Nicole DeAnne, Jen Wang (jwangb@gmail.com), Tracey Wong

Bridal Hair Piece & Belt:  Erin Cole

Rings:  Heist Jewelry

Bridesmaid Dresses:  BCBG

November 7, 2010

Last week was my birthday and we celebrated in style……Jersey Shore style that is!  Alice and I both have birthdays in October, so we decided to throw a Jerseylicious birthday bash together and it was such a blast!  I have no shame in admitting that I watch Jersey Shore (hey, everyone needs their “reality TV” fix), and that I even made a ringtone of Pauly D saying “Oh yeah…Wake up, yeah!”

We originally planned to throw an 80′s themed party, but at the last minute decided a Jersey Shore themed party would be even more ridiculous and outrageous.  Well, our friends did not disappoint!  Everyone came dressed in their best Ed Hardy shirts, animal print dresses, Snooki poofs, and fake tan!  You all are awesome!

I promise we don’t normally dress like this. =P

Darla showing off her amazing abs, and Lydia with Charlie, the lobster Snooki tried to save from being cooked.

The guys beating up the beat!

The bday girls with our cake

And to top it all off, I got to preview Conan’s new show on my birthday!  It was hilarious!  Can’t wait for his new show to premier this Monday!

November 5, 2010


October 12, 2010

Congrats to my good friends Viv & Lloyd!  Your wedding was so beautiful and I am so so so happy for you guys!  Love you!

Here’s a sweet moment from their wedding day.  More to come. =)

October 9, 2010

Two of our very good friends are getting married tomorrow and we couldn’t be more excited!  This past week has been DIY mania at my house as we’ve been finishing up stuff for the wedding.  We’ve been making buttons, seating cards, giant letters, cookies, heart straws, and fabric banners, and we’ve been staying up till all hours of the night.  It’s seriously been like a week long slumber party here!

I’m going to miss all the DIY projects and having people over everyday, but I seriously couldn’t be happier for my friends Viv & Lloyd.  Can’t wait for tomorrow!  Love you guys!

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