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This Sunday, WeTv will be airing the final episodes of “Shannen Says”, featuring Shannen Doherty’s Malibu wedding to photographer Kurt Iswarienko. It’s the last few episodes where we finally get to see how everything comes together for her big day. Of course, with the help of celebrity designer and planning of My Fair Wedding, David Tutera, the event is sure to be nothing but spectacular!

Shannen Doherty & Kurt Iswarienko Wedding

Shannen and Kurt sharing a special moment together

We also wanted to mention Shannen’s to-die-for 5-tier wedding cake that was created by Stephanie and the pastry chefs from  Cupcakes Couture.  The yummy layers were alternating red velvet and white chocolate cake  that were filled with cream cheese frosting and  raspberry jam! Delish!

Pastry Chefs from Cupcakes Couture prepping Shannen's 5 tier wedding cake

The 5 Tier Wedding Cake by Cupcakes Couture Manhattan Beach

We were told Shannen also requested Cupcakes Couture to make a special surprise grooms cake for Kurt in the shape of his own private plane!  It came equipped with it’s own landing pad, dirt path and water – made of fondant and icing of course!

Grooms Airplane Cake by Cupcakes Couture Manhattan Beach

We got a chance to get up close and personal with Shannen during filming in Malibu. “She is such a smart, beautiful and powerful woman!  I love her!” says Youngsong Martin, owner and principal designer of Wildflower Linen.

Shannen Doherty and Youngsong Martin

Click here to see Shannen Doherty’s Wedding Album and exclusive photos from US Weekly of her Malibu Wedding!

Watch the Wedding on “Shannen Says” on WeTV Sunday, May 13 @ 10/9 central.

CELEBRITY WEDDINGS IN MALIBU

Speaking of Malibu, Celebrities and Weddings, we can’t help to mention other gorgeous couples that were also married in Malibu, CA.  There are such amazing venues in Malibu as well that leaves a perfect place for your dream wedding and getaway.  Take a look at a few we found from Celebrity Bride Guide, a great website to follow your favorite celebrities and their weddings.

PAUL MCDONALD AND NIKKI REED

Paul McDonald and Nikki Reed

Nikki Reed, most famously known for her role as Rosalie Cullen in The Twilight Saga Series married Paul McDonald, one of the final 10 contestants from American Idol on October 11, 2011.  They wed in front of 130 of their closest family and friends at the Saddlerock Ranch in Malibu, CA on a hilltop in the middle of the vineyards at Chateau Le Dome .

NIECY NASH AND JAY TUCKER

Niecy Nash & Jay Tucker - Flynet Pictures

Although it was quite a blustery day, Niecy Nash of Clean House and Leave it to Niecy, married her beau Jay Tucker in a gorgeous outside wedding at the Church Estate Vineyards in Malibu, CA last May.  A special guest performance by Brandy singing the couple’s first dance, “At Last” hit the spot!   Hope you enjoy your 1 year anniversary this month!!

STEPHEN MOYER AND ANNA PAQUIN

Stephen Moyer and Anna Paquin INF Photography

Other celebrities, like Stephen Moyer and Oscar Winner Anna Paquin from HBO’s True Blood opted to get married at a private estate in Malibu.  150 guest had the chance to enjoy their intimate and special moments including Moyer jumping into the ocean with some of his guests!

JENNA DEWAN AND CHANNING TATUM

Dewan & Channing Wedding - Flynet Pictures

It looks like their love on screen in the movie STEP-UP was just as strong off screen!  Jenna Dewan and Channing Tatum, seen in the recent movie 21 Jump Street,  married in an outdoor wedding at the Church Estate Vineyards in Malibu, CA.  This was the same location as Niecy Nash and Fergie.  Mark’s Garden provided the gorgeous floral decor as the couple said their vows overlooking the ocean in front of 220 guests.

Channing Tatum And Jenna Dewan Wedding

FERGIE AND JOSH DUHAMEL

Fergie & Josh Duhamel - Stephen Shore Photography

Stacey Ferguson (ask Fergie) of the Black Eye Peas married Transformer’s heartthrob Josh Duhamel at the Church Estate Vineyards in Malibu, CA.  Celebrity Planner, Mindy Weiss, helped them put together a rumored $1 million dollar affair for 367 guests!

So there you have it…. Malibu, CA is a beautiful place to have a wedding.  It is obviously a favorite for celebs but also for us brides as well!  If you’re not fortunate enough to know someone with a private estate, you can choose amazing venues like the Saddleback Ranch, Church Estate Vineyards or others we’ve found like the Malibu Conference Center at Calamigos Ranch and Villa Sancti Di Bella Vista!

Good Luck with your dream Malibu Wedding!

Wildflower Linen was so excited to have the opportunity to work once again with celebrity designer, Brian Worley  and his business partner at  YourBASH! Events for a photoshoot at Hotel Del Coronado in San Diego, CA.

Below are photos courtesy of 2me Studios showing the “Acrylic and Lace” theme, showing a juxtaposition of the modern edge of the acrylic elements mixed with the soft and romantic pieces of the lace overlay table linens…

VENDOR CREDITS:

Photos: Sean Twomey of 2me Studios (www.2mestudios.com)
Venue: Hotel Del Coronado (www.hoteldel.com)
Design: YourBASH! (www.your-bash.com)
Linens: Wildflower Linens (www.wildflowerlinens.com)
Lighting: PSAV and Daylight (www.daylight.com)
Menus/Name Cards: Posh Paperie (www.poshpaperie.com)
Florals: Dawn Stone (www.embellishmint.com)
Furniture: Hire Elegance (www.hire-elegance.com) Ghost Chairs, Couches
Dance Floor: Platinum Pro (www.platinumpro.com)
Chairs and Chargers: Raphael’s (www.raphaels.com)
Stylist: Keylee Sanders (www.keyleesanders.com)
Hair and Make-up: Lisa G (www.lisagartistry.com)

OTHER EVENTS WITH BRIAN WORLEY & YourBASH!:

Other past events included working on the CW’s series, Shedding for the Wedding:
Photos: Pam Scott (www.pamelascottphotography.com)
Designer: Brian Worley (www.brianworley.com)
Location: La Terrena Resort (www.terranea.com)
Florals: Karen Tran (www.karentran.com)
Linen: Wildflower Linen (www.wildflowerlinens.com)

and

The Prince William & Kate Middleton Polo Match Luncheon sponsored by Tiffany & Co.
Designer: YourBASH! (www.your-bash.com)
Location: Santa Barbara Polo & Racquet Ball Club (www.sbpolo.com)
Linen: Wildflower Linen (www.wildflowerlinens.com)

Youngsong Martin, owner and principal designer of Wildflower Linen has done it again with another successful fashion runway show, taking place in Orange County, CA for guests of the Women of Chapman organization.

Nearly 70 seats were filled for an afternoon of fabulous decor, amazing food and a special treat as they witnessed  gorgeous models wearing dozens of different designer dresses created by Youngsong Martin.  The Wildflower Linen Fashion Runway Show began 2 years ago and continues to be a highlight for event functions and fundraisers.  It wouldn’t be significant without its signature concept; every model is “draped and pinned” with an ACTUAL table linen or chair cover that would otherwise be used as a rental for an event.   Models not only have 2 minutes between walks to get dressed, but Youngsong must also pin and prep them for stage…. from Table Linen straight into Dress Linen, literally.   It’s a feat that we must say even the top designers in the nation would have a hard time topping.  You thought 24 hours was difficult to make a dress, try a few minutes!  Move over Project Runway and make room for Wildflower Linen – YSM’s Runway!

Here’s a sneak peak of the event courtesy of Elysium Productions:

Wildflower Linen Fashion Show from Elysium Productions on Vimeo.

THE INVITATION:

THE DECOR:

The event took place in one of Orange County, CA’s newest up and coming location, SOCO Collections.   Wildflower Linen dressed the tables in a delicate lavender tone using carolyn lace caps and a variety of lace chair covers to seat nearly 70.  With the help of wedding coordinator, Carolyn Chen from The Special Day, the event ran smoothly while the decor was stunning!  Florals in light pastel colors & soft candlelight were created by The Mille Fiore while menu and paper goods from Cherish Paperie were the perfect touch to round out the decor.  Culinary creations by Good Gracious! Events included Sweet Pea & Caprese Salad, Pan Roasted Lemon Pepper Salmon Roulade and an Espresso Cappuccino Milkshake Float.

Photos courtesy of Gene Higa Photography & Jessica Claire Photography.

THE FASHION SHOW:

View the Wildflower Linen Fashion Show courtesy of Elysium Productions.

Youngsong Martin in action…

Wildflower Linen’s Fashion Show received rave reviews from Orange County’s Daily Pilot which also shared names of some of the distinguished guests that attended.

Print Material Courtesy of Rayce PR.

Click HERE to view the article from Daily Pilot.

ABOUT THE WOMEN OF CHAPMAN:

Women of Chapman is a vibrant group of philanthropic-minded women who are strongly dedicated to a program of service to Chapman University. Members enjoy a number of educational and fashion-oriented programs throughout the year, including the group’s signature fundraising event, Christmas at The Ritz (internal link to Christmas at The Ritz page.) Starting with just 35 members when it was founded in 1971, the group now comprises more than 220 Women of Chapman.

Over the past four decades, Women of Chapman has given nearly $5 million in gifts to support Chapman University. Gifts from Women of Chapman have been designated for student scholarships and various programs and capital campaigns across campus.

The group’s recent $1.5 million pledge of support to two major capital campaigns is the largest in Women of Chapman history. This gift will name the Women of Chapman Center Stage in the state-of-the-art new Center for the Arts and the Women of Chapman Open-Air Bridge in Millennial Studios, the planned expansion of Dodge College’s Marion Knott Studios.

Notable gifts to Chapman University include:
Women of Chapman Endowed Filmmaker Fund, which supports senior film projects for students in Dodge College of Film and Media Arts
Scholarship support over the years to World Campus Afloat (Semester at Sea) and later to Chapman’s general scholarship fund
Dr. Albert Schweitzer public exhibit (located in Argyros Forum)
The Fashionables Courtyard and Sacred Mound Garden in the Fish Interfaith Center
The Fashionables Terrace in the Leatherby Libraries
The Fashionable Women of Chapman Rotunda Boardroom and Terrace in Marion Knott Studios

An Excerpt from History of Women of Chapman
Written by Donna Bunce

We have given Chapman University close to $5 million dollars, most notably since “Christmas at The Ritz” was launched, which has allowed The Fashionable Women of Chapman – we did change our name about 10 years ago – to give $250,000 to the Leatherby Libraries, $1 million to the building of Marion Knott Studios, home of the amazing Dodge College of Film and Media Arts, with another $1 million pledged to an endowment that will fund senior film projects for Dodge College students. And, that’s not all… since we are close to fulfilling that million-dollar endowment pledge, our board just approved a $1 million pledge to Chapman’s proposed Center for the Arts naming the Women of Chapman Center Stage, and $500,000 to the building of Dodge College’s Millennial Studios and the naming of the Women of Chapman Open-Air Bridge.

Today, we stand at a membership of 220, with a group of impassioned women “running the show.” I do want to thank our group’s presidents who carried on after Mary Lou passed the torch. You are all responsible for keeping this group viable and fun. Mary Dell Barkouras, Joan Riach-Gayner, the late Betty Belden Palmer, Adrienne Brennan, Karen Elliott, Leslie Cancellieri, Charlene Prager, and Adrienne again this year — and I had a two-year stint in there as well.

Our programs have become legendary, from visiting Tony Duquette’s legendary Dawnridge estate in Beverly Hills and meeting His Imperial Royal Highness Archduke Dr. Geza von Habsburg, the curator of Fabergé and the great-great-grandson of Austrian Emperor Franz-Joseph, to meeting Tony Bill, producer of the The Sting, winner of the Academy Award for Best Picture in 1973, and making fools of ourselves creating our own commercials while Dodge College film students filmed and edited us.

The friendships formed here are deep-felt and solid. I love this group because it is not a stereotype. There are ladies of all ages and all walks of life in the Women of Chapman, our official name as of July 1st, who have a common vision to help make Chapman University the best it can be. And, we are busting our buttons that Chapman has been selected as one of America’s finest universities – and also as one of the “Best in the West” – in the 2011 edition of the independent education services company Princeton Review, and continues to be counted among the best in the nation by the prestigious U.S. News & World Report. Now, that’s impressive!

VENDOR TEAM & SPONSORS:

Of course this and many events would not be possible without the support and talent of the sponsors:

Catering
Good Gracious! Events
Pauline Parry

www.goodgraciousevents.com

Venue
SOCO Collection & Burnham USA
Scott Burnham

www.burnhamusa.com

Fashion & Linen
Wildflower Linens
Youngsong Martin

www.wildflowerlinens.com

Floral Design

The Mille Fiori
Gina Park

www.themillefiori.com

Music Entertainment
Honored Occasions
James Izzo

www.honoredoccasions.com

Photography
Jessica Claire Photography
Jessica Claire

www.jessicaclaire.net

Gene Higa Photography
Gene Higa

www.genehiga.com

Video
Elysium Productions
Julie Hill

www.elysiumproductions.com

Rentals & Lighting
Chiavarichairrentals.com
Steven Sun

www.chiavarichairrentals.com

Signature Party Rentals
Corie Lovelace

www.signatureparty.com

Paper Pretties
Cherish Paperie
Adrienne Coerper

www.cherishpaperie.com

Cheese Board
Cheese Shop @ The Mix
Dawn Mednick

www.cellarcheeseshop.com

Models
Refresh Talent Agency
Alice Kim Cowell

www.refreshtalent.com

Hair & Makeup
Joyce Luck Style
Joyce Luck

www.joyceluckstyle.com

Model Jewelry
Christina Noelle Designs
Christine Remo

www.christinanoelle.com

Model Handbags
Jessica Grant Handbags
Suzan Lee Paek

www.jessicagranthandbags.com

Event Planner
The Special Day
Carolyn Chen

www.thespecialday.net

Wildflower Linen is excited about the all new reality tv show called Shannen Says on WeTv!  This show stars the iconic Shannen Doherty  who many of you know, was part of the original cast of 90210.  The show is dedicated in sharing Shannen’s life as she plans her wedding in only 7 weeks!  Shannen hires the help of Hollywood planner, David Tutera and of course, no wedding would be perfect without Wildflower Linen!  We will be featured in a later episode (106), but for now, enjoy the show…we know we will!

Shannen Says premieres tonight, Tuesday April 10, 2012 @ 10/9 central on WeTv!

An international icon, a devoted daughter, a perfectionist and a bride-to-be (for the third time) – there’s more to Shannen Doherty than tabloids have led you to believe. In the original series, Shannen Says, Shannen Doherty takes viewers on the bumpy and hilarious ride toward the altar with her fiancé, famed photographer Kurt Iswarienko. As if wedding preparations aren’t stressful enough, Shannen has only seven weeks to plan and pull off her big day. When the pressure becomes too much, Shannen enlists My Fair Wedding host David Tutera to help bring her vision to life. Pre-wedding jitters, a career-distracted groom, a trip to Prague, family turmoil and wardrobe malfunctions should be enough to make them pull the plug – but maybe love will conquer all, in Shannen Says.

Shannen Says premieres Tuesday, April 10 at 10|9c.

Spring is in the air… and so are some amazing and gorgeous photoshoots!  We recently worked on a photoshoot with the celebrity event company, YourBASH!

These photos along with full details about the photoshoot were published in the online national wedding blog Hostess with the Mostess.

Here is an excerpt from the blog:

This styled shoot took place at the beautiful La Costa Resort & Spa – located in North County San Diego – to help celebrate & showcase their new wedding & event spaces: the Valley Promenade (pictured in the reception photos) and the Legend’s Lawn, which has a panaoramic golf course view.

Vendor Credit:

– Design & Production: YourBASH!
– Venue: La Costa Resort & Spa (Valley Promenade & Legend’s Lawn)
– Furniture: Hire Elegance
– Florals: Kathy Wright & Co.
– Linen: Wildflower Linen
– Chairs & Chargers: Classic Party Rentals, San Diego
– Menus & Place Cards: Jenn Sbranti (HWTM)

GETTING THIS LOOK:

Linen: King in Lemon

Napkins: Charmeuse in Lemon

YOU MAY ALSO LIKE…

Linen: Andromeda in Mango

Linen: Lilybelle overlay in Gold

Linen, Chair Cover or Accent Piece: Curly Willow in Yellow

Chair Cover: Coquette in Gold

Wildflower Linen was featured in a recent issue of Event Solutions Magazine and will be appearing at the Catersource Conference and Tradeshow in Vegas, NV on February 26-29, 2012.   See below for more information and how to get your Free Admission into the Tradeshow.

See more images of the tablescape, photographed by Joy Marie Photography.

The photoshoot was designed in collaboration with Exquisite Events and White Lilac, Inc.

CATERSOURCE CONFERENCE AND TRADESHOW 2012

Not only will Wildflower Linen be displaying their new collections for 2012, we will bring you The Twilight: Breaking Dawn Part 1 Collection as seen in the movie wedding scene of Bella and Edward, at the Official Twilight Convention in Los Angeles, and the Movie Premier After Party .

The Twilight: Breaking Dawn – Part 1 Collection are official licensed merchandise from Wildflower Linen Home and will be available for purchase at the tradeshow.

Location

The 2012 Tradeshow will take place at the Las Vegas Convention Center North Hall:
Las Vegas Convention Center
3150 Paradise Road
Las Vegas, NV 89109
www.lvcva.com

WILDFLOWER LINEN – BOOTH #827

Show Dates and Hours
Tuesday 2/28   11:00am – 6:00pm
Wednesday 2/29   9:00am – 2:00pm

FREE ADMISSION TO THE TRADESHOW:

Please come by our booth #827!  We look forward to seeing you there!

This Valentine’s week, while you’re watching the new release of The Twilight Saga: Breaking Dawn Part 1 on dvd with your sweetheart, (its also available on Itunes for $14.99) don’t forget to pause, rewind, play and pause again during the Bella and Edward Wedding scenes.  About 18.5 minutes into the movie, you will see Wildflower Linen’s “lilypad linen collection” in moss color used for the entire wedding reception!

Although we showed you a sneak peak of what it was like to be at Movie Premiere of The Twilight Saga: Breaking Dawn - Part 1, we want to share some official images taken from Line 8 Photography of the event.  The entire event production was put together by the talented Chad Hudson Events.  The main area of the tent for 3,000 guest paid homage to the Wedding scenes of Bella and Edward while other areas were a recreation of the private honeymoon island called Isle Esme.   We’ll let the photos speak for themselves on how amazing the event was.

Linens: Wildflower Linen Bars, Bar Staffing:  Wolfgang Puck Catering | Cake:  Cake and Art | Carpeting, Astroturf, Decking, Rentals,Tenting: Classic Party Rentals | Catering: Along Came Mary Productions Inc. | 
Chairs: Chameleon Chair Collection | D:J Manny Lehman | Fabric, Flowers: La Premier | 
Furniture Rentals: CHE Rentals | Furniture Rentals: Designer8
Greenery | Beach/Ocean Fabrication, Rocks: Jackson Shrub Supply Inc. |Moon: Balloon:  Airstar America
Power | Distribution: Cat Entertainment Services | Design, Event Management, Production, Sponsorship Procurement, Staffing:  Chad Hudson Events | 
Furniture Rentals, Scenic Fabrication, Renderings:  Angel City Designs | 
Sound: AuntieM
Lighting | Rigging, Projections:  Kinetic
Staffing | Venue: Event Deck at L.A. Live | Photography: Line 8 Photography

Contact a Wildflower Linen representative today to rent these linens for your wedding or order them for purchase from our home store.

The entire Wildflower Linen Team would like to wish you a very Happy Holidays!

The lovely images are courtesy of Karen French Photography.

Click HERE to check out the lovely blog by Occasions Magazine.

Excerpt from Occasions Magazine:

I know that we’re no Disney World, but I like to think that every now and then we’re making a few dreams come true. Take today for example. For the Breaking Dawn fans out there who have been reading our coverage of both the wedding and the premiere party, we’ve got some great news for you. Thanks to Wildflower Linen, the elegant, forest inspired linens seen at Bella and Edwards wedding can be seen at your own special event!

ABOUT OCCASIONS MAGAZINE:

Occasions is the magazine for celebrating in style.  We’re a whole new breed apart from the usual wedding-specific media, because although brides are our readers, so is everyone else. Think about it. Whether you are planning a wedding, mitzvah, gala, fundraiser, birthday party, cocktail soiree, or business launch you’re going to need the same stuff. Event essentials like a venue, food, invitations and entertainment are all on the list. So, we bridged the gap between events and blazed a new trail to discovering painless party planning, talented, quality-centric vendors and fashion-forward fetes for our readers.

“The Design Collective presented by Milagro Tequila and Los Angeles Confidential magazine with a special performance by Common at South Coast Collection”

Youngsong Martin, owner and principal designer of Wildflower Linen’s designer table linen and chair cover rentals, will be one of 4 designers that will be honored by LA Confidential Magazine in tonight’s celebrity filled event!

By Invitation Only:

NICHE MEDIA’S LOS ANGELES CONFIDENTIAL MAGAZINE AND MILAGRO TEQUILA PRESENT THE DESIGN COLLECTIVE WITH A SPECIAL PERFORMANCE BY COMMON

WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 14, 2011

WHAT:

Los Angeles Confidential magazine and Milagro Tequila host The Design Collective at South Coast Collection(SoCo), the only progressive shopping center of its kind in Orange County with over 300,000 square feet of design showrooms and creative studios.  SoCo designers will celebrate the space with Group Publisher Alison Miller and Editor-in-Chief Sari Tuschman.  Invitees will enjoy a special performance by Grammy Award winning artist, actor, writer, Common, whose new album The Dreamer/The Believer will be released on December 20^th.  Guests will sip on specialty cocktails from Milagro Tequila while exploring SoCo showrooms and meeting the designers.  A portion of proceeds from sales that evening will benefit J/P HRO, an organization founded by Sean Penn immediately following the devastating earthquake in 2010.  Led by a predominantly Haitian staff, J/P HRO provides emergency medical and primary care services with the goal of assisting the hundreds of thousands of Haitian people still displaced from the earthquake to return home by rebuilding and regenerating neighborhoods.

WHEN:

Wednesday, December 14, 2011

7:00 PM – 10:00 PM

WHO:

Common

Benjamin Walker, Celebrity DJ

Alison Miller, Niche Media Group Publisher

Sari Tuschman, Editor-in-Chief

Andy Drakeford and Heather Artukovich, 88 Orange for body and home

Lee Stanton, Lee Stanton’s Stash

Youngsong Martin, Wildflower Linen

Melissa Palazzo, Pal + Smith Interior Design Lab and Studio

WHERE:

South Coast Collection(SoCo)

3303-3323 Hyland Ave.

Costa Mesa, CA 92626

MEDIA:

Media call time is 6:45 PM.  Red carpet arrivals begin at 7:00 PM.

Contacts:  Fox Greenberg Public Relations

Kacy Shaw, Kacy@foxgreenberg.com, 323.933.8900 x2

Tiffany Chong, Tiffany@foxgreenberg.com, 212-334-1212

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Stay tuned for amazing photos and the full celebrity guest list that’s attending this evening!!!

** Be sure to visit the Wildflower Linen HOME STORE, now open at South Coast Collections (SOCO) in Costa Mesa.