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23 January 2012 0 Comments

Liza & Kendra’s Wedding Wrap-up

We are so excited about Liza and Kendra’s Wedding Wrap-up!  This is a new blog feature in which our illustrious wedding director, Liza Isacsson, and celebrated wedding coordinator, Kendra Koenig, sound off about their favorite features of recent Los Willows weddings.  We hope you are inspired! Sunday, January 15 Couple: Debbie & Josue – This [...]

9 January 2012 0 Comments

Thank you, Warriors …

Josue and Debbie Barron

As Los Willows Wedding Estate prepares for Josue and Debbie’s wedding, we want to acknowledge all warriors who have put themselves in harm’s way to serve our country and protect others.  We just cannot thank you enough.  To the men and women who are learning to move forward after life-changing injuries, you are a profound [...]

20 December 2011 0 Comments

Booking Season is Heating Up

If you are (or think you will be) kicking off the new year as a bride-to-be, CONGRATULATIONS!!!  If you are planning to get married in 2012, then you will want to start researching wedding locations right away because January and February are major booking months and there will be a lot of competition for the [...]

5 December 2011 0 Comments

Entertainment Ideas for 2012

From the article, “Top Ideas for Planning a Memorable Wedding” Author: Graham When it comes to getting married, location is a key factor. For couples that have chosen the San Diego area, there are plenty of venues, catering services and other options to choose from that can make this event one to remember. With the [...]

29 November 2011 0 Comments

2012 Wedding Trends to Watch

From the Article “2012 Wedding Dress and Hairstyle Trends” Author: osaki raysor 2012 is going to be a year of ultra-romance and vintage charm when it comes the design trends in every aspect of weddings, including the wedding dress, accessories, hairstyles, wedding cake and more. In this competitive market, wedding gown designers are becoming more [...]

23 November 2011 2 Comments

How to Avoid Fainting on the Wedding Day

An exerpt from the article “Wedding Ceremony Fainters” Author: Maureen Thomson Any professional wedding officiant with a substantial level of experience can share a story or two of wedding ceremony fainters. My personal favorite is the wedding I performed where the maid of honor saw the best man starting to wobble and subsequently executed a [...]

21 November 2011 0 Comments

Choosing a Wedding Venue

Perhaps one of the biggest decisions an engaged couple can make is what venue to book for your wedding. Sometimes choices can seem overwhelming, but have no fear: there are, in fact, some easy ways to narrow down your choices. The size of your planned affair can determine where you book your wedding; however, most [...]

16 November 2011 0 Comments

Lighting Your Wedding Reception

How to Properly Integrate Wedding Lights into your Special Event Author: Kathryn Dawson On the big day, it seems that everything needs to be perfect. The littlest thing wrong with a wedding day can throw the bride, or even the groom, for a loop because they have waited so long for this day to arrive. [...]

15 November 2011 0 Comments

Fun with Fall and Winter Color

Fall And Winter Offer Both New And Timeless Wedding Color Schemes Author: Roger Ghost Fall and winter weddings are often overlooked. Spring and summer weddings offer the common theme of birth and renewal and the opportunity for bright color schemes. Fall and winter weddings, on the other hand, provide wonderful opportunities to enhance your wedding [...]

10 November 2011 1 Comment

More on Catering Trucks for Weddings!

Brides who like to be on the cutting edge of the latest trends are lucky if they live in California. That’s because one of the biggest crazes to hit the wedding industry is the catering truck. This is not your father’s “roach coach” that has a selection of rubbery hotdogs and greasy sausage, but rather [...]

7 November 2011 1 Comment

How to Eliminate the Stress and Enjoy Your Wedding!

Here in San Diego, locals and out-of-state residents alike often take advantage of the rolling hills, temperate weather and beautiful views when looking to host memorable events. San Diego is especially popular for weddings – the most memorable of memorable events –due to the California city’s high concentration of quality reception sites. However, despite the [...]

3 November 2011 0 Comments

Preserving Your Wedding Flowers

Flower Preservation Tips: Learn From Professional Florists How to Get the Most Life From Your Flowers Author: Lauren Mamane Although many people are not aware of this fact, plants don’t die the moment they are uprooted. They are alive for quite a long time after and may be replanted, as long as the roots are [...]

31 October 2011 3 Comments

Hiring the Right Wedding Planner

If you are aiming for a near-perfect wedding day, you’ll want to make sure you hire the perfect wedding planner for you.  Here are some things to consider: • Do you need a full service planner? The answer to this question is often determined by your budget. If you hire a service to handle every [...]

15 October 2011 2 Comments

Catering Trucks: A New Trend for Weddings

Catering Trucks for Weddings

A new trend for weddings being seen at reception sites in San Diego and around the country is catering –not just by an outside company, but by that outside company’s truck. That’s right – a truck! Not all venues allow catering trucks to serve at their weddings, but it is a growing trend to which [...]

17 September 2011 2 Comments

Choosing the Right Menu for Your Wedding

If you are planning a wedding in San Diego or anywhere else in the nation, then you probably know that one of the most important things to consider when picking among reception sites is the menu. Though it seems like a simple detail, the menu can actually determine the overall price of your wedding. The [...]

17 September 2011 0 Comments

When to Hire A Wedding Planner

When planning a wedding, the devil is in the details. There is just so much to think about, and with today’s couples who are juggling two careers and perhaps even children, planning a wedding is not for the faint of heart. That’s why so many couples—and parents who are just as busy as their kids—hire [...]

16 June 2011 1 Comment

Fun and Luxurious Accommodations at Los Willows

There’s nothing stuffy about our elegant Los Willows B&B. Yes, you will enjoy five star luxury accommodations but you don’t have to put up with any snootiness. Your day is special and a time for fun and relaxation so let down your hair and let the good times roll! Thank you, photographer Justin Hulse for [...]

9 June 2011 0 Comments

We Know Military Weddings

The Owner of Los Willows happens to be a retired Marine Colonel. Each chair set up for your ceremony is precisely placed as if they were soldiers on a parade ground. Nothing sloppy about Los Willows! We pay attention to the details so you don’t have to! Thank you, photographer Justin Hulse for capturing this [...]

2 June 2011 0 Comments

The Cake is Included!

Your wedding cake is a special part of your reception and how it’s displayed is equally important. We showcase your cake to its best advantage for magnificent pictures. Besides how delicious our cakes are, they are truly a work of art. Tell us you flavors, tell us your theme and our masterful baker will do [...]

26 May 2011 0 Comments

Los Willows Loves Dogs

Do you realize that on non-wedding days we have four dogs enjoying Los Willows? Yes, our owners have two yellow labs, one brown retriever and a toy poodle. If your best friend happens to be a dog, then invite him/her to your wedding. We love animals and they can add such a special touch to [...]