You just got engaged and you're so excited, you don't know where to start. A great way to start planning your wedding is by setting your budget. Your magic number. Your budget will help you stay on track and out of debt.
Establishing a budget helps you determine what aspect of your wedding is most important to you and how much you want to spend in each area. Do you want flowers flown in from all parts of the world or would you prefer locally grown seasonal flowers for your wedding? Would you like to offer a 7-course meal full of gourmet delicacies? These, as well as many more, are important questions to consider when figuring out what your budget will be.
Whatever your magic number is, make sure it's an amount that you are comfortable spending to ensure that your wedding is exactly what YOU want it to be. It's also important to include a little extra money in case any surprises arise because, although you will have a wonderful wedding planner to assist you & make sure everything goes as planned, it's always a great idea to have a back up plan. So...what's your magic number?
Happy Planning!!
Friday, December 18, 2009
What's Your Magic Number?
Sunday, August 9, 2009
Tuesday, June 2, 2009
Recession-Proof Wedding Tips
We know that times are getting tough, but that doesn't mean that you have to delay your wedding planning. We've come up with some tips to help you successfully execute an elegant event.
-Set a budget and stick to it! I can't stress how important it is to set a budget. Whether it's $1,500 or $15,000. Know exactly how much you can afford. Cut back on spending habits. This is YOUR wedding that you are planning.
-Wedding decor can be expensive, but don't let that get you down. Ask a few friends to help you decorate. Search the web, look for DIY alternatives (check out DIY Bride, she's the best!), and get creative.
- Have your wedding at a friend or family members home or at your local park.
-DJ's are expesive but you can download all your songs on your ipod and time your play list.
- Shorten your guest list. We know that sounds crazy, but it can help.
We hope these tips could help you in any way.
La Bella Vision is here to help you plan. No budget is too small for us. We are help to help!
Tuesday, March 24, 2009
Congratulations Andrea & Glenn!!!
They had a very glamorous wedding that was taped for Platinum Weddings on WE. We had a great time working hard to make their wedding day special while also ringing in the new year with all of their close family and friends. Thank you Andrea and Glenn for allowing us to be apart of your special day!! We wish you nothing but blessings and happiness in the future.
Friday, February 6, 2009
Valentine's Day Special
We thought it would be nice to give you our gift early. Enjoy affordable wedding planning services from La Bella Vision. We want to help you make your day unforgettable! So we are offering this special to brides and grooms as a way to cut back costs while you are planning your wedding. For information on package details, call or email us now!! We can't wait to hear from you!
* Must book by February 28, 2009.
Tuesday, January 20, 2009
What's for Dessert at Your Inauguration Celebration?
Congratulations to our 44th President of the United States, Barack Obama!!
Photo Credit: Hansen's Cakes
If you haven't decided yet, Hansen's Cakes has got you covered. They have ready-to-go cakes available on a first-come, first-served basis at their Los Angeles location. If you want something more personal, just let them know by two o'clock today and they will take care of you.
Stop by or call one of their three locations to fulfill your celebratory needs:
Los Angeles
1072 South Fairfax Avenue
Los Angeles, CA 90019
323.936.4332
Beverly Hills
193 South Beverly Drive
Beverly Hills, CA 90212
310.273.3759
Tarzana
18432 Ventura Blvd.
Tarzana, CA 91358
818.708.1208
Email your questions to Suzi Finer, hansencakes@gmail.com
Friday, January 16, 2009
Flowers on Mars January Showcase
Our friends at Flowers on Mars are extending an invitation to their showroom to all brides-to-be and soon-to-be engaged women. This is a great opportunity for brides to get ideas for their special day as well as meet some great industry professionals.
Photo by Maya Myers from the December Showcase
Flowers on Mars Event Design Showroom for Brides
Winter Wonderland Theme
January 18, 2009
11AM to 4PM
Featuring Wedding Planner Wenda Evans from More Than Just Weddings and photographer Janice Trowbridge.
6033 West Century Blvd., 4th Floor
Los Angeles, CA 90045
RSVP to info@flowersonmars.com
Also check out their blog here for more inspiration and ideas.
Thursday, January 1, 2009
Happy New Year!!!
We wish you a blessed, prosperous 2009!!!!
Here is a look back at what we have done this past year.
McGlynn Wedding - August 31, 2008
Christen and Brendan had a very intimate gathering at The Proud Bird Restaurant in the Lemay Room, where we had beautiful city views all evening long.
The flowers were arranged by Flowers on Mars and we just can't get enough of their awesome work.
The happy couple sharing their first after being pronounced husband and wife by Rev. Bob Schneider.
Congratulations again, Mr. and Mrs. McGlynn!! May 2009 bring you much success and prosperity.
