Fabulous Los Angeles wedding venues by Los Angeles Wedding Planner

Los Angeles is a big, beautiful city! And there are lots of wedding venues to choose from. Depending on your budget, style and guest count, there are numerous choices to look at, and some that are not so well known. From lavish gala affairs to sophisticated and chic weddings, here are three unique Los Angeles wedding venue choices:

1. Oviatt Penthouse, Downtown Los Angeles
An art deco inspired venue with spectacular views of the Downtown LA skyline, and delicious food catered by Truly Yours Catering make this a unique and very special choice.

2. Marvimon, Los Angeles
An 80-year old building with exposed vintage bricks and a lush garden ceremony setting, completely run by solar power (LOVE!). This venue has that "lofty" feel with amazing wood trusses and other unique details. Perfect for an eclectic, chic or vintage style wedding with an intimate feel and guest count.

3. The Langham Huntington Hotel in Pasadena (formerly the Ritz-Carlton)
A grand five star hotel surround by 23 acres of beautiful scenery and set within a quiet, upscale residential neighborhood This choice boasts romantic ballrooms and lush gardens. Opulent without being garish. A perfect option for a lavish affair.

Pretty in Pink Wedding at the Sheraton Universal Hotel, Los Angeles Wedding Coordinator

We met Ellen at a bridal show in January of 2010. We kept in touch, and she didnt end up hiring us until that Summer, but we are so happy she did! Ellen did an excellent job planning most of the wedding all by herself. Bella Sophia Events just stepped in to make sure everything ran according to her plan. We arrived before the ceremony and were greeted so warmly by everyone, and for the entire day, we felt like we were a part of the Family! The ceremony and reception flowed like a dream, and the view from the top of the Sheraton Universal Hotel was breathtaking!

California Vintage Wedding with Hollywood Glamour, Los Angeles Wedding Planner

Victoria and Mario were married on a beautiful August day at Little Bridges Hall of Music in Claremont. The music hall on the Claremont Colleges campus is a little-known gem of a wedding ceremony location, and is exquisitely beautiful. It was the perfect fit for their chic wedding with a vintage twist. After their emotional vows, their guests enjoyed the reception at a gorgeous estate not far away. With touches of succulents, lace, and vintage embellishments, this wedding was elegant without being overdone. The Bride, Victoria, scoured antique marts and craigslist to find alot of the vintage touches that were incorporated into her wedding, and it made a lovely day that much more personal.

Winner winner, chicken dinner! Los Angeles Wedding Planner

Okay, that is a silly title for such an awesome award! But we are really thrilled that the ever-popular "Wedding Wire" website (part of the Martha Stewart wedding network), named us for their "Brides Choice Awards, 2011"! And, what's even better, is that this means that we are in the top 5% percent of Wedding Planners nationwide!

It makes me so happy to know that I'm doing what I love for people in love, and those people are happy with our services! Thanks for all your continued support and referrals! It truly means so much to me...

~Laurel

Dia de los Muertos (Day Of The Dead) Wedding, Los Angeles Wedding Planner

Dia de los Muertos is often thought to be a "spooky" or somber day, but it is actually just the opposite! A celebration in Central and South American cultures, Dia de los Muertos or "Day of the Dead" is full of color, food and fun festivities.

I had the honor of helping design some of the elements for Kasey and Charles' "Day of the Dead" wedding, held this past May. Not every couple wants to follow the traditonal path when it comes to their wedding day, and it makes my job that much more fun and interesting when they don't!

Kasey hand-made all of her sugar skulls as the table centerpieces! Her save the date cards were hand-stamped by yours truly with a handmade stamp fashioned into a bride and groom skull couple!

How deliciously divine is this? Edible glitter!

I absolutely adore this idea for weddings, showers, sweet sixteens, bat mitzvah and little princess parties! Definitely adds a touch of glamour!

Thanks to Hansen's Cakes in Los Angeles for this yummy idea and equally delicious cakes!