Wednesday, September 30, 2009

Gotta Have S'more

the details... We have created many themed dessert bars for our clients. The two top photos shown is a dessert bar for a CLAMBAKE event and the twist on the very tasty, however often messy Smores. With a guest list of elite professionals the Smores were placed into champagne glasses, which created an easier way of eating this very delicious dessert. Carmen Lindner of Gotta Have S'more has one of the best unique dessert item for your next event. The classic s'more has evolved. Gotta Have S'more S'muffins, the uniquely stylish take on the s'more. The bite size S'more S'muffin is heavenly delicious. If you think you can eat just one, you're sadly mistaking.
Gotta Have S'more S'muffins make the perfect parting gift for your wedding guests. It's just the right treat for your guests and they will be talking with friends s'more , s'more & s'more. S'more S'muffins come in a variety of flavors and local delivery and pick up is available. Get S'more now! Contact Carmen Lindner at:888-95-SMORE, or email Carmen@gottahavesmore.com.

"Style Has It's Rewards at Ann Taylor"

GLAM ALERT... Glamour Magazine Sunday, Sept 27th, VIP Event Showcasing Ann Taylor new Fashion line. Kimberly Clark Event Producer from drezrehersal Event Planning & Los Angeles Glambassador for Glamour Magazine , touched on (3) easy steps to change the "Little Black Dress" from the Office to a Networking Event to Evening Wedding.
Can You Say??? Accessories, Accessories, Accessories
Ann Taylor new line is simply classy and chic sexy. The ladies who attended got first hand secrets on how to Glam Up that "Little Black Dress" Thanks to Keesh Winkler-Smith my make-up artist & personal make-up artist to Toccara Jones from Americas Next Top Model for showing my VIP ladies how to Glam your make-up from Morining-Afternoon-Evening. Just a few simple touches that will make anyone take a double look. Lucy Manalo ,
Manalo Empire Photography; Carmen Lindner of Gotta Have S'More The classic s'more has evolved. Carmen is a vendor of mine and provided her newly creation; Gotta Have S'more S'muffins, the uniquely stylish take on the s'more. They're to die for (REALLY) and I must not forget my beautiful model Chanel Ritchie. Many Thanks to Christiebelle ,General Manager and her staff of Ann Taylor located in Glendale. Go Get Glam Ready For Fall at Ann Taylor with a hot fresh look from there new head designer. Ann Taylor is more than ever, your one-stop fashion destination. From perfectly fitting suits to party dresses, Ann Taylor has all the looks you need to take you from the office to an evening event and everywhere in-between. Don't just take my word for it. Here are a few "quotes" from my chic savvy girls: 1."The make-up demo and tips were very helpful in helping me to change the look of a Little Black Dress"
2."The second Ann Taylor Black Dress Chanel model was very sleek & pretty. The ruffles down the middle were simple and Kimberly's tip on accessorizing were GREAT. I really didn't know you could change the look of one dress in so many ways".
3."I really love the New Line. the dresses were beautiful and just added those settle touches from the accessories Ann Taylor carries. I know I will look gorgeous at my upcoming event".
4."The make-up and beauty tips were very helpful. I love the idea of carrying accessories in a travel bag & leaving in the trunk of your car. Thanks for the tip Kimberly"
5."New Line is very classy chic and affordable. I just LOVE IT!"
6."Actually, I liked everything in the store. I was always a fan of Ann Taylor, however the new designer hit a home run with this one".
7."I never knew how important accessories were. I will definitely get a lot more out of my little black dress".
8."The variety of blouses, skirts, purses and shoes just wonderful. There was such a huge selection to select from I felt like a kid at Christmas receiving many gifts".
If you like to get GLAM Ready for fall be sure to visit your nearest Ann Taylor store. To get hot tips on current designs styles, contest, events and exclusive offers at your fingertips view: glamalert.com or become a Facebook Fan of drezrehersal Event Planning Co.

Wednesday, September 23, 2009

"VERY GLAM FABULOUS"

The New Fragrance “Very Hollywood” by Michael Kors is "Very Glam Fabulous" I have always been a huge fan of Michael Kors, so I may be bias, but I absolutely love this one. The Eau de Parfum goes on so soft it’s like powder, as you rub your wrist together you feel so sexy and sensual. The scene-stealing gardenia fragrance is Unforgettable. I can’t stop smelling my wrist and if I love it, I'm pretty sure you will and your significant other will be all over it. Get Red Carpet Ready at VERYHOLLYWOOD.COM. or visit your nearest department store to test.
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10 Little Ways To Shop BIG This Fall!

Ready to put the LOVE Back in Shopping? Make room in your closet & clear out your makeup bag because as a Glamour Ambassador I will be showing your wallet some love this fall with exclusive deals just for you. Don’t be left out, attend my Sept 27th “New Ann” preview at Ann Taylor and pick up your exclusive I LOVE Shopping Discount Booklet. There’s a few steps you must follow to receive my VIP Savings. STEP 1: Please provide me your originals receipts for any purchases you make by: 11/16/09 I know you’re thinking What if I need to return? Why would you want to return, when you’re getting such a fabulous VIP savings? Make copies for yourself. STEP 2: Feel free to share the information with your friends and chic savvy divas. They will love you for it. You may also go to: GLAMOUR.COM/SHOPPING for more information or pick-up the October issue of Glamour Magazine. STEP 3: (10 little ways to shop BIG this fall) Let the Shopping Begin…
kate spade Elizabeth Arden AX Armani Exchange Bare Escentuals Express Calvin Klein IDOLE d’ARMANI Michael Kors Ann Taylor H&M

Sunday, September 20, 2009

"I'm Ready For My Close Up"

These past few months have been a world wind for me and I'm truly blessed to have such a passion for what "I Do". I often get to create magical moments & memories for my clients. With hard work & dedication anything is possible. One of my favorite photographers , Lucy Manalo of Empire Photography recently created my magical moment:

Lucy's message: Today I had the honor of photographing Kimberly Clark of drezrehersal Event Planning. We've worked together on several occasions, and I can honestly say, she is a real pleasure to work with. The reason for the shoot? We wanted to update her headshots. And just in time too! Because she was just honored for the second year "Who's Who in Black Los Angeles 2009". Thanks Lucy you are always a pleasure to work with as well. To learn more about Lucy and her amazing work click here.

I want to thank all my clients, friends and associates for placing your vote for drezrehersal Event Planning Co. as the Best Wedding Planner on myfoxla's HOTLIST. Voting continues until November 6th , if you haven't done so, there's still time. Vote for drezrehersal Event Planning Co.

A little background on Who's Who in Black Los Angeles. WWIBLA focuses on the positive, build awareness, celebrates success, uplifts and inspires. WWIBLA honors Entrepreneurs ,Teachers, Lawyers, Entertainers, Professional Athletes, Corporate Executives, Artists, Public Officials, Clergy, Philanthropists just to name a few.

Just a little sneak peak of my photo shoot. Stay tuned for new images on my website and come back soon to view the publication of my honor of 2009 Who's Who In Black Los Angeles. Many Thanks to Lucy for doing a fabulous job on my photos and my Make-Up Artist Keesh Winkler-Smith of MakingFacesKeesh and renowned Celebrity Make-Up Artist.

Thursday, September 10, 2009

SHOP BIG THIS FALL!!!

This fall, Glamour is not taking the economy lying down and neither should you! We are hooking our readers up with the hottest deals from the coolest brands. In Glamour Magazine October issue there is a coupon booklet with amazing discounts. In addition to the savings found in-book, shoppers who visit our mobile tour will also receive a limited-edition Glamour tote bag and a free mini- makeover, courtesy of Lancôme from 12:00 to 5:00 P.M. at any of the malls below:
Looking for ways to get a little more Glamour in your life?
Get your hands on Glamour’s exclusive I Love Shopping booklet right in the October issue. It's filled with killer deals you can't find anywhere else. Shoppers at our mobile tour will also receive our limited-edition Glamour tote bag and a free mini-makeover, courtesy of Lancôme. Pick up your booklet from 12:00 to 5:00 P.M. at any of the malls below:
September 12: King of Prussia Mall, King of Prussia, PA
September 19: Fashion Valley Mall, San Diego, CA
September 26: Tysons Corner Center, McLean, VA
Participating advertisers include: Ann Taylor, Armani Exchange, Bare Essentials, Calvin Klein Underwear, Express, H+M, Kate Spade & Prevage
If online shopping is your thing, visit glamour.com/shopping to check out even more amazing offers. If you cant make it to any of the mall dates above, make sure to join me ;Glamour Magazine, Los Angeles Glambassador for an exclusive Preview of the "New Ann" at Ann Taylor in Glendale, CA on Sunday, September 27th and I will give the coupon booklet to the first (10) who RSVP at: kclark@drezrehersal.com.

Tuesday, September 8, 2009

"You're Invited to a Glamour VIP Event"

"Get Ready To Change Into Something More Beautiful" You're Invited to a Glamour Magazine VIP Event on Sunday, September 27th. Have a Special Event to attend and nothing to wear? Join me & my clique savvy divas to view Ann Taylor new fashions and see just how far the "The Little Black Dress" (LBD) can take you from the office to the evening and everywhere in-between.
Join me from 12:00 pm - 2:00 pm as we showcase :"The Little Black Dress"Kimberly Clark from drezrehersal Event Planning Co. and Glamour Magazine Los Angeles Glambassador will show you (3) easy steps to change the Little Black Dress from the Office to a Networking Event to Evening Wedding or a Night on the town.
Come view the "New Ann" and see the fabulous collection of fashions that Ann Taylor has to offer: Cocktail Dresses, Bridesmaid Dress, Suits, Shoes, Jewelry, Handbags, Belts, Scarves, Accessories, Leg Wear and Shape Wear, just to name a few. OH! did I mention we will even show you how to complete your "Little Black Dress" with a few finishing touches. Oh yes, the outfit isn't complete without fabulous make-up. We will show you how to go Glam for Morning to Glamorous in the Evening with personal make-up artist to America's Next Top Model Toccara Jones.
While in the store we will be taking photographs and shooting video footage and gathering quotes from you our VIP's. All the images & video footage will be sent to Glamour Magazine and there just may be a chance for you to be in picture's. "Get Your Smile Red Carpet Ready"
Ann Taylor (Glendale Galleria)
100 W. Broadway, Glendale, CA 91210
Must RSVP to: kclark@drezrehersal.com by: Sept 19th
Store is located near Macy's Entrance on First Floor

Monday, September 7, 2009

Vote Now Best Wedding Planner "myfoxla's HOTLIST"

We've been nominated for another year Best Wedding Planner on "myfoxla's HOTLIST" Are you ready...Voting starts today and runs until Nov 6th! It's with your support that drezrehersal may continue to grow their business and expand on the details...the drezrehersal...the I Do's.
VOTE NOW... for drezrehersal Event Planning Co.
Remember live everyday like its a "FABULOUS" Party

Saturday, September 5, 2009

AFWPi Mixer "Weddings on the Green" at Angeles National Golf Club

The Southern California Association for Wedding Professionals International (AFWPi) Networking Mixer for event professionals. “Weddings on the Green" Eco-Friendly took place at the beautiful Angeles National Golf Course on August 25th. I've had the pleasure of designing & planning many Eco-Friendly events for Brides, Grooms, & Non-Profits. This Mixer I wanted to educate other event professionals on How Easy It is to "GREEN" Your Next Event.
Meaning: Environmentally Friendly (also Eco-friendly, nature friendly, and green) are synonyms used to refer to goods and services considered to inflict minimal or no harm on the environment To make consumers aware, environmentally friendly goods and services often are marked with Eco-labels. Candace Ketopian of Jasmine’s Garden unveiled its Eco-Friendly line of Wedding Floral at our Eco-Friendly mixer. Eco-Friendly floral designs come in all colors, shapes and sizes. They use Eco friendly materials like containers made out of recycled glass, rocks, moss, and greens makes these arrangements Eco-friendly. (JG) avoided using chemically based products like plastic, nylon and colored dyes . One of the arrangements designed was made out of succulent plants. These are drought tolerant plants, meaning that they survive in our desert /hot weather conditions and do not require much water. More and more of my clients are using succulent plants for their design decor on their special day. Using Eco-friendly materials are small things that we can do to cut down pollution and conserve natural resources and make the earth a cleaner safer place, not just for us in our lifetime, but also for others in future. (JG) Eco-Friendly Floral Line is a result of the green movement and their growing consciousness effort to create floral arrangements with bio-degradable and natural materials without chemically based plastic, nylon, and color dyes that can either be recycled or will not tax the environment. It's Quite Easy To Be Eco-Friendly “GREEN”
Green Weddings: 10 Eco-Friendly Wedding Reception Ideas
1.Reduce & Reuse The key to an Eco-friendly wedding that's still style-conscious is to simplify. Reusing accents or materials doesn't just save money, it saves resources. Work with what you've got nearby
(and in season) and feel good about your efforts. 2.Printing/Or Not Every event starts with an invitation. Should you choose to have a Green event the invitations set's the tone for the festivities. If printing go with recycled paper that is at least 10% Post Consumer Recovered Fiber Elemental Chlorine Free. Your invitation should include the Recycled Logo, this may only be included if the printing company has permission to do so. Another option is to send Evite, .Free online invitations, free ecards, birthday invitations, party invitations and birthday ecards.
3.Choose a Site with Significance Look for a space that will benefit from your event, like a museum, a cultural organization, or an art gallery. Ask how the site will use your fee (hopefully toward new programs and upkeep of the institution). Want an outdoor wedding? Opt for a botanical garden, arboretum, or the grounds of a historic home (Angeles National Golf Club is a perfect Eco-Friendly location). 4.Recycle Your Un-Used Food When coordinating an event you will always need to provide your venue with a guest count at least a week before event date. At times guest who have RSVP may not always show-up at your event. The venue has still purchase food & chef will prepare your menu based on the guest numbers you have given and typically prepares between 3-10 percent over. A good way to not waste food is to contact your local Mission and they will schedule a pick-up from your venue location for any food that is un-used. Please make sure to check with your catering director or food & beverage manager to see if they will be willing to participate. Various locations have very strick rules on food leaving there premises. I have use Los Angels Downtown Mission many times for events and its such a good feeling to give back.The Los Angeles Mission is a non-profit 501(c)(3) agency, supported 100% by gifts from the private sector. 5.Recycle Your Decor Decorate your wedding ceremony space with items you can reuse at the reception, whether it's topiaries that go from the altar to the entryway or arrangements that decorate the program table and dress up your guest book area. You'll save money and waste less. When the evening is over, plan to donate the pieces to a nursing home or hospital. Call ahead to see if you can arrange a pickup from your site.
6.Dress Your Tables Choose Linen for event that is Eco-Friendly (Hemp) or at least choose a Linen Company that takes many steps to save our environment. For the mixer I wanted linen that was Eco-Friendly and a great vendor to use is Dress My Party. Dress My Party prides itself on caring about the environment. (DMP) takes great measures to implement Eco-friendly products and procedures in their operations. For example, two of their favorite Eco-friendly cleaners are baking soda and vinegar. They reduce the company's energy usage through high-efficiency cleaning equipment and clean many items by hand.
7.Buy Organic Blooms Pesticide-free petals show off a flower's natural beauty. "Conventionally grown roses are so genetically engineered that they don't even smell like roses anymore, so they are sprayed with an artificial scent," "Organic roses smell how they should smell." If you can't find a local florist who can track down organic flowers, contact Jasmine Gardens . 8.Decorate with Bamboo A great and modern-looking option, bamboo is considered one of the most sustainable materials on earth -- it can grow up to two feet a day. Use tall stalks of curly bamboo in centerpieces, or choose bamboo chargers for your reception tables. And of course, mini stalks of lucky bamboo are always a favorite favor.
9.Arrive in (Low Emission) Style A Prius limo? That might not yet be a reality, but there are ecologically friendly options out there. If your wedding is near the water, leave your ceremony in a canoe. We've also seen couples depart on tandem bicycles, rickshaws, or old-school conveyances like a horse and buggy.
10.Light Soy Candles Candlelight isn't only romantic, it's energy efficient. Look for soy candles -- they're made from a renewable resource , are cleaner and longer burning than regular candles, plus spills are easy to clean (just use soap and hot water). They're available in nearly every size, shape, color, and scent you can imagine.
Eco-Fashionable Bridal Gift Ideas Get earthy with the natural Eco-Fashionable Tanks & Tees as Kimberly showcase at the mixer. (Shown in the photo above is the Bride Tank with emerald green crystals also available in Bridesmaid, Jr. Bridesmaid, Maid of Honor, or Matron of Honor complete with a removable soft organza butterfly pin. The tank is 100% Organic ribbed cotton, combed for softness and comfort. Accepting Pre-Order's now, please email us at: info@drezrehersal.com.
Visit our drezrehersal E-Studio for your all access pass to fabulous Eco-Friendly party favors for your upcoming wedding, bridal shower, baby shower, birthday party, brunch or dinner party. Whatever fabulous party you're having, there are plenty of favors to choose from.
For more Eco-Friendly Decor ideas or assistance in planning your wedding or upcoming event, please give drezrehersal Event Planning Co. a call to set-up your complimentary consultation. I like to express my thanks once again to the vendors who provided a service for the AFWPi mixer and believed in reaching out to other event professionals, as we educate them on taking better steps to save the environment. Please consider them when planning your next event. Angeles National Golf Club- Carrie Contreras, Director of Catering BitterSweet Treats, Danielle Keene Dress My Party, Jennifer Rice Jasmine's Garden, Candace Kentopian JazHarp Records, Lori Andrews & Bart Samolis
Special Thanks to Lucy Manalo of Manalo Empire for providing photography services for the event.