WILDFLOWER LINEN

We’re excited to bring you Part 2 of the Phoenix Bride and Groom Magazine Summer/Fall 2011 coverage.  In Part 1, we featured our popular empress lace butter linen and a lovely photo shoot designed by Victoria Canada.  In Part 2, we’ll be sharing a romantic photoshoot set in the Arizona dessert designed by Sedona Luxury Wedding and Events.

A few of the amazing vendors:

Location: The Club at Seven Canyons

Photography: Sedona Bride

Design and Coordination: Sedona Luxury Wedding and Events

Floral Design and Decor: Events by Show Stoppers

Linens:  Wildflower Linen

Click on Page 165 for All Vendor Details.

Featured in this photoshoot:

Our new linen – King in Gold (comes in Platinum and Butter)

Iridescent Taffeta Stardust Diana Chair Cover (comes in various colors)

Following today’s part one of  two Featured Weddings from the new Summer 2011 issue of  Inside Weddings Magazine, below is the wedding of  Alyssa and Todd who married at the St. Regis Monarch Beach Resort in Dana Point, California.

Here are some of the vendors listed for Alyssa and Todd’s Wedding: (Full list can be viewed on Page 72)

Venue: The St. Regis Monarch Beach Resort

Event Coordinator: Once Upon a Time Events

Florist:  Enchanted Florist

Table Linen and Chair Cover Rentals: Wildflower Linen

Photography:  Hoffmann Photography

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Alyssa and Todd chose a more bolder take on colors with starting off with deep eggplants and rich aqua blue hues that were then softened by accented with citron green and lavenders. 

Below are samples of their linen choices and others that may work with the mix.

From L to R: Matte Satin Citron, Iridescent Taffeta Aqua, Crinkle Taffeta Eggplant, Pallettes Lavender, Iridescent Taffeta Peacock

We are in LOVE with the issue of South Asian Bride (SAB) which also is The Anniversary Issue.  It’s absolutely stunning and has some amazing images!  They show everything from the most gorgeous of sari’s to the latest trends inspired from South Asian culture.

We are honored to have an entire spread in the magazine called Luxury Chair Covers featuring some our signature chair covers. 

We are also featured this issue through SAB’s “winter tablescape” section as well as the other “seasons”. 

Today, our close friend and celebrity planner, Diann Valentine finally made an announcement about the special projects she’s been working so hard on this year and we couldn’t be more excited to help her spread the word!  Diann is the star and executive producer of the highly anticipated new show on WeTv called I Do Over.  This show is about giving couples who experienced a devastating first wedding a second chance at their dream wedding. 

See the commercial currently airing on WeTV to promote all the shows coming this season.  They can’t  air anything about the show just yet but we love the cute promo anyway!

Wildflower Linen is of course excited because we were chosen as the exclusive designer table linen and chair cover rentals for all the couples this season on I Do Over.  With the creative collaboration of Diann Valentine with Wildflower Linen’s Creative Director, Youngsong Martin, these couples definitely will have an amazing dream wedding.   Youngsong  even created custom pieces  for each client’s big “second” day! 

We can’t wait to see the episodes and share with you the decor elements and linen items provided to each couple.

With no official listing on when I Do Over will air, it’s rumored to begin sometime this summer!  We will keep you posted. 

Till then, congratulations on this successful venture Diann! 

Congratulations to Youngsong Martin, owner and creative director for Wildflower Linen for being noted as one of only 68 event professionals across American to be  BizBash’s Most Innovative Event Pros for 2011.  From elite fashion designer to leader in designer table linen and chair cover rentals, her innovative designs and cutting edge  style has truly brought a whole new world of opportunities for the wedding and events industry. 

Below is the Press Release for the local Los Angeles Most Innovative People.

For Immediate Release                                                     

Contact:

James Humphrey

917.602.0886
james.humphrey@me.com

BizBash Names 8 Los Angeles Professionals to its
Most Innovative People in Events List

Back row, from left to right: Raymond McCallister, Branden Chapman, Cara Kleinhaut, Suzanne Goin; front row: Youngsong Martin, Larry Abel, Craig Waldman, Carleen Cappalletti. 

MAY 10, 2011 — In its first “Innovation Issue,” BizBash Media names eight Los Angeles event professionals to its list of the 68 most innovative people in the event industry. As the event business sees an influx of new ideas, technologies, and engagement strategies, these are the faces who are changing the face of the event industry.

“We looked for people who are affecting the way events work today, people who are creating new event models and ways to engage meeting attendees, and people who are at the forefront of how this industry is changing,” said Chad Kaydo, editor in chief of BizBash Media.

Featured are:

• Larry Abel & Raymond McCallister, partners, Abel McCallister Designs L.L.C. Built an entire Oprah Winfrey Show set entirely out of Godiva chocolate. 
• Carleen Cappelletti, president, Bounce-AEG. Produces events like the Governors Ball and the MOCA gala.
• Branden Chapman, vice president of production and process management, the Recording Academy. Oversees all live music initiatives for the Recording Academy, including the annual Grammy Week events and productions.
• Youngsong Martin, founder and chief designer, Wildflower Linen, Buena Park, California. Redefining high-style, high-quality “designer” linens for the event rental industry.
• Suzanne Goin, chef and owner, Lucques Catering.Catered the Hammer Museum’s annual gala for 500 and the luxe SAG Awards dinner, which requires both camera- and tastebud-friendly fare, in addition to running Lucques and A.O.C. restaurants.
• Cara Kleinhaut, owner, Caravents Inc. Event Production & Design. Produces creative, bi-coastal, full-service events for clients like Elle, In Style, and Target.
• Craig Waldman, owner, 15/40 Productions Ltd., Hawthorne, California. Transformed the mundane red carpet arrival into a piece of art, now producing over 80 arrivals a year.

 The article, “The 68 Most Innovative Event Pros,” is featured in the May/June 2011 issue of the BizBash New York and Los Angeles print and digital editions, revealed today, and will be published in its other market editions—Chicago, Miami/South Florida, Toronto—over the next month. The story goes live on BizBash.com today.

BizBash’s “Innovation Issue” also names the 10 most innovative brands that are using events as a crucial part of their marketing mix, including Target, Red Bull, and Coca-Cola.

The digital edition of the New York issue is available online at http://info.bizbash.com/Bicoastal0606NY.html.

For more information

Chad Kaydo, BizBash’s editor in chief, is available for additional comments, and BizBash can connect you to any of the “Most Innovative People” for interviews.

About BizBash
Founded in 2000, BizBash is the leading trade media for the event industry. Through its magazine, website, email newsletters, and trade shows, BizBash inspires effective events and meetings by sharing the latest ideas and strategies, providing essential tools and resources, and fostering community. BizBash serves the following markets: Boston, Chicago, Las Vegas, Los Angeles, Miami/South Florida, New York, Orlando, Toronto, and Washington.

BizBash’s 68 Most Innovative People Event Pros

Congratulations to Youngsong Martin and all her achievements!  We are proud to have her not only as our leader, but as an inspiration for the events industry…all while making things extra pretty!!!

With over 90 top event planners and media from Southern Califorina attending this afternoon Tea with E Party @ Langham Huntington Hotel in Pasadena, we knew great people and amazing decor were in store for the event!

Photos courtesy of Cean One Photography

Guest enjoyed afternoon tea fit for the Queen including; Candied Ginger and Blueberry Scones, delectable Tea Sandwiches of Smoked Salmon Tower on Sourdough Bread, Coconut Shrimp on Garlic Herb Bread and Bacon and Eggs on Wheat Bread and  desserts with Chocolate Caramel Slice with Sea Salt, Brulee Fruit Tart, Tropical Mango Cone, and a Chocolate Orange Gateau with Grand Marnier.

These images were provided by Raychelle Devilla for Marianne Lozano Photography.

The Noble History of Afternoon Tea

The luxurious ritual of afternoon tea was established in 1840 by Anna, 7th Duchess of Bedford, who served it to ward off hunger pangs in the long hours between lunch and dinner. Her personal indulgence grew into an experience to be shared with her friends, and soon a tradition was born.

The Langham, London Serves World’s First Afternoon Tea at a Luxury Hotel in Europe

The Langham, London opened its doors on June 10, 1865 and served its first afternoon tea for the princely sum of one hilling, six pence. Billed as Teas, Plain, the first afternoon tea consisted of simple but dainty items including cakes, sweets, bread and butter and, of course, tea.

Afternoon Tea in The Lobby Lounge

Today, Langham Hotel serves Langham’s Signature Afternoon tea in their Lobby Lounge Thursday through Saturday and a special Chocolate Afternoon Tea on Sunday.

Take a sneak peak of chair covers that will be available soon on the Wildflower Linen Website.

EVENT SPONSORS:  Because of Raye C Marketing, we are able to provide a detailed description of each vendor involved that sponsored this event.   Their work is superb and often times not acknowledged; so we are happy to give a big cheer to each of them listed below!

tic-tock Couture Florals

www.tictock.com

Celebrity florist tic-tock Couture Florals is the most in-demand florist in Los Angeles.

For over twenty years, tic-tock’s original and breathtaking floral arrangements have made tic-tock the first call for A-List personalities,

event designers and producers, the best wedding planners and entertainment industry heavy-hitters.

Eddie Zaratsian Creative Director

eddie@tictock.com

323-874-3034 office

@tictockflorals

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The Langham Huntington, Pasadena

www.langhamhuntingtonweddings.com

Quietly nestled just minutes from Downtown Los Angeles in beautiful Pasadena,
The Langham Huntington captures the grace and elegance of classic Southern California.
With 23 acres of meticulously cultivated gardens and historic ballrooms, this iconic
landmark hotel is the perfect wedding venue where life long memories are created.
It is here where your fairytale begins.

Jill Hilts  Director of Catering Sales

jill.hilts@langhamhotels.com

626.585.6408

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Revelry Event Designers

www.revelryllc.com

www.revelryeventdesigners.com coming soon

Revelry Event Designers are an exceptional visionary team who create the look and feel of events ranging from the

Academy Award Governor’s Ball and Grammy’s to the Disney Hall and Staples Center Gala Openings.

Purveyors of Fine Furniture, Artistic Drapery, One-of-a-kind Chandeliers Oversized Mirrors and Unique Props.

Edgar Zamora – President

Edgar@reverlyllc.com

Giancarlo Tellarico

gt@revelryeventdesigners.com

323.263.1657 office

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Wildflower Linen

www.wildflowerlinens.com

Wildflower Linen is the leading designer and producer of specialty table linens and chair covers for event rentals

Founder Youngsong Martin, formerly a nationally known fashion designer and marketer of high-style women’s apparel, launched Wildflower Linen in 2001 in Southern California.

Our full-service rental company has since redefined the special-event linen field in terms of style,

glamour and customer care while becoming a prestigious provider to clients nationwide and abroad, for functions of all sizes, budgets and occasions

Youngsong Martin  - Owner

Lily Yeung –  Director of Marketing

Young@wildflowerlinens.com

lily@wildflowerlinens.com

714.522.2777 office

@wildflowerlinen

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Cean One Photography

www.ceanonela.com

Based in sunny Southern California and available worldwide, Cean One Photography is anything but traditional.

With over 18 years of experience in the business, Cean One strives to shake things up with shoots and photographs that are inspiring, creative, awesome, colorful and fun, to say the least!

Cean One Photography offers the best of the best; amazing photography and unique videography.

With a crew of passionate photographers that aspire to create and document once in a lifetime moments.

Besides, after all is said and done only one thing will remain…your amazing photographs captured by Cean One Photography!

Cean Orrett – Owner

Cean@ceanone.com

213.221.7090 office

@ceaononephotography

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Raye C Marketing

www.rayecmarketing.com

We are a boutique PR Marketing firm focused on Special Events and Luxury Lifestyle Markets.

We believe in Creative Marketing and New Business Development with a foundation deeply rooted in consistency.

Great ideas mean little without organized implementation and follow through.

At Raye C Marketing we create, implement and succeed for clients!

Rhonda Couchigian President

Rhonda@RayeCMarketing.com

562.338.5101 cell

@Rhonda_RayeC

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Images by Lighting

www.imagesbylighting.com

We are a team of creative lighting designers providing innovative concepts and design
in all areas requiring illumination.

We specialize in the controlled manipulation of light.

Images is unique as it draws together excellence and experience in lighting design and technology,

with associated technical calculations, architectural feeling, computer simulated imagery and project management.

Lonnie Thompson

Designer / Account Manager

lthompson@imagesbylighting.com

904.377.4662 cell

310.641.2500 office

@imagesbylighting

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Creative Works Designs

www.creativeworksdesigns.com

Creative Works Designs was established to delight our clients with

custom-designed invitations and stationary for every occasion. Since 2005, we

have offered premium invitations using the finest quality papers and

embellishments. Our hand-made invitations are enhanced by in-house graphic

designers and product designers and customized to reflect your personality,

theme and style.

Sherry Nalbandian Owner / Designer

creative-works@sbcglobal.net

818.556.6264 office

__________________________________________________________________________

Classic Party Rentals

www.classicpartyrentals.com

At Classic Culver City, every event gets the red carpet treatment.

Whether you’re hosting an Academy Award gala for thousands or an intimate dinner for eight, we make sure that every rental detail – from tent top to table top – is given top billing.

While our numerous awards – including a number one ranking by the Zagat Survey – make us the critic’s choice, at Classic, we recognize our most important audience is you.

Matt Wiltshire | General Manager

Culver City Classic Party Rentals

mwiltshire@classicpartyrentals.com

310.202.0011 office

818.259.4328 cell

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Our Entertainment

Brenna Whitaker

www.Brennawhitaker.com

Born and raised in Kansas City, Brenna grew up a professional theater kid. She found herself in New York City at 17 studying and working

with Wynn Handman {American Palace Theater}, Neil Wolfe {Columbia Records] and broadway veteran, Nancy Evers.

Her love for the American songbook and singers like Peggy Lee, Nina Simone, Dinah Washington, Cab Calloway and Etta James took her focus from theater to the music industry.

Through years of ups and downs, paying dues and rediscovery, she has quickly established herself as one of the top vocalists in Los Angeles.

Brandt Jacobus

www.brandtjacobus.com

Spanish Classical Guitarist

Brandt Jacobus is a talented and soulful performer. His peaceful, rich melodies blend perfectly with any elegant, upscale event. Brandt’s impressive venue list is extensive.
He’s performed at The Getty Center, The Langham Huntington, The Bel Air Hotel, Doheny Mansion, Tiffany & Company, The Luxe Hotel, Park Hyatt and The Palos Verdes Country Club, just to name a few.

This year’s collection has been slowly popping up in various events across the nation; anywhere from Conventions and Tradeshows to magazine covers and photoshoots. 

We would like to finally introduce some of them properly and want to start with a show stopper called the Annette.  This linen is one of the most delicate fabrics we’ve ever worked with but yet, it’s also one of the most beautiful.  It’s made out of tiny sequin that are hand sewn on a transparent mesh fabric.   They currently come in 90″SQ overlays and 132″ rounds.

Morgan Doan of Morgan Events selected these linens above to be showcased at her open house earlier this year with photos taken by Orange Photography.  The Annette linen in silver was paired with an Iridescent Taffeta Teal linen to create an ultra modern and chic feel to match the ambience.

The Annette linen was also seen on the KTLA reel with Brian Worley’s Royal Wedding table in GOLD.  It was used on the CAKE TABLE to the left above.  Click HERE to see the KTLA bit.

Beside the table linen, the Annette is also available in chair cover rentals which  has also gained its own fan base.  The Annette Chivari Chair Cover is unique in that it can have many looks.  You can begin with just using the Annette as a chair back or sleeve.  As a chair back, it will run just below the seat of a chivari chair.  As a sleeve, the Annette  goes straight down the back of the chivari to the floor.  For added fun and flair and depending on your style and needs, you can even add a bottom skirt piece to really make a statement.  These skirts include  fun and frilly Havana style ruffles or for a cleaner look, you can use the fitted nu silk skirt with kick pleats.

Annette Floral Chair Back in Silver

Annette Floral Chair Back in Silver with Havana Skirt

Annette Floral Chair Back in Silver with Nu Silk Silver Fitted Skirt.

These lovely chair cover photos were taken by Karen French Photography. 

Contact any Wildflower Linen Showroom today to design your own Annette Table scape and Chair Covers today!

We are honored to be featured on StrictlyWeddings.com, an amazing bridal resource guide for those in the Chicago, Dallas and New York areas.  They are unique in that they only allow 3 vendors per category to ensure the highest calibar of service to be offered to brides.

About Strictly Weddings:

Absolutely stunning weddings do not happen without the valuable input of seasoned wedding experts.

For each wedding service category, we have hand-selected professionals only ranking in the top tier for your city. These experts have been chosen for their high standards and unprecedented attention to detail demanded by the most discriminating brides. In other words, Strictly Weddings is strictly the best.

Years of experience in the luxury marketplace provided Kay Kestler with a unique set of credentials: innovator, tastemaker and visionary, plus the innate ability to recognize opportunity when she sees it. So in response to unprecedented growth in the upscale bridal business, she formulated an idea to streamline the wedding planning process. A concept that would help brides and wedding planners identify the ultimate team of professionals in every major bridal category.The result – Strictlyweddings.com, a comprehensive, unprecedented online website committed to showcasing the very best in class. Kestler is not only company founder; she is, in every sense, the quintessential “editor,” selecting participating partners based on their quality, professionalism and reliability. “What makes our site different is that we focus on only the top three vendors. That way, a bride knows she’s choosing from the very best of the best,” says Kestler. “My goal is be a one-stop destination, the only site a bride needs to visit.”

Here are some of the photos showcased on their blog:

Photography by: Triplecord Photography, Barnett Photography, Studio Emp Photography and Karen French Photography.

Strictly Weddings also blogged last month about Unique Wedding Ideas – Nautical Wedding Touches.

Source for Nautical Wedding Blog : StrictlyWeddings.com & Junebugweddings.com

Event Design, Production and Planning: Kristin Banta Events
Photography: Miki & Sonja
Venue: Korakia Pensione
Catering: Savore Catering
Floral & Décor: R. Jack Balthazar
Lighting: The Lighter Side
Linens: Wildflower Linens
Rentals: Classic Party Rentals

Don’t miss out on watching Shedding for the Wedding, premiering this evening on the CW network, home of some of our favorite guilty pleasures – Gossip Girl, One Tree Hill, Vampire Diaries, Hell Cats… need we say more???  You’ll see the contestants choose our designer linens for their weddings in later episodes but we want you to get hooked NOW!  Watch for our designer linens on March 23 when the couples choose their wedding designs and decor and on April 13 as you find out who wins Shedding for the Wedding!  We’ll keep you posted on these special episodes!

Click HERE to watch some trailers.

About Shedding for the Wedding:

Thanks to our lovely and talented planner from Sacramento, Debra Hiebert from Tres Fabu Event Planning and Design, we’ve been featured in the latest issue of The Knot Northern California.

Get this look: (also featured in Style Me Pretty)

Photo Credits: Michael and Anna Costa Photography & Ariel Yve Design

Crepe Back Satin Blush, Empress Lace Butter, Curly Willow Collection