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2012-01-11T17:54:00.001-08:00

Happy New Year, as we’ve made the transition into a new and exciting year, 2012 holds endless possibilities and opportunities for engaged couples planning the perfect wedding. The New Year brings plenty of fresh and original fashion looks for brides-to-be. This season, expect to see lots of lace as designers are utilizing this feminine fabric to create stunning wedding gowns. This classic material is reappearing in many designs but, coupled with modern cuts and lots of sparkling details, these dresses are both traditional and fashion forward. Gowns with plenty of lace overlay and lace on hourglass style dresses are just a few examples of how lace is being used for dress designs. Check out our bridal gown gallery for other wedding dress ideas!

In addition, view the latest dress styles at the upcoming Mon Amie Fashion Show on January 14th featuring the newest Lazaro Couture Bridal Collection. Showcasing an array of wedding dresses, you can find the one that’s right for you. It’s never too early to get a start on your search for the perfect wedding gown. Also, enter our dress giveaway for a chance to win your beautiful wedding gown!

This year’s fashion doesn’t only focus on brides though. Have your groom check out these latest additions to our Tuxedo and Suits Vendors to help decide on male attire for the wedding. Tuxedo Plus, SuitFellas, and La Suit Guy (Giorgio Rossi/Paolo Cellini) are all featured stores that provide top-quality and affordable tuxedos.

Just got engaged this holiday season? Never fear because we at LATINO BRIDE & GROOM are here to offer advice and news on all aspects of weddings. Follow us on Twitter at LBrideGroom or like our page on Facebook for up-to-the-minute information. Furthermore, be on the lookout for our brand new LATINO BRIDE & GROOM app for iPhone, iPad, and Android!

-By Lauren Ho

GET THE IDEAS: 2011 Celebrity Weddings

2011-12-21T19:02:00.000-08:00

As this year nears closer to 2012, reminisce over 10 celebrity weddings of the year! From the up-scale and glamorous to the more low-key and classic, here are celebrity weddings that made headlines as couples tied the knot.

-By Lauren Ho

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WEDDING DRESS IDEAS: Trends from Bridal Week

2011-10-24T15:57:00.000-07:00

Bridal week has just ended but the trends that emerged on the runway are still creating great excitement. Several previous styles, such as floral accents and ruffles, are still going strong but new and bold fashion is taking the spotlight. These are 5 trends that we’re paying particular attention to:

1. Colored gowns. Perhaps the most attention grabbing gowns at Fashion Week were Vera Wang’s black wedding dresses. Opposite of the traditional white, these dresses were bold and dramatic. While the black gowns were shockers, Wang’s golden and peach colored dresses were soft and inviting. If you’re someone that is fashion forward, stun guests with a gown that’s an unconventional color. If you are more traditional, take a small risk by wearing an off-white dress. Wearing a peach color will warm up your complexion and is perfect for a spring wedding.

2. Short dresses. Spring brings warmer weather and this is reflected in the short wedding dresses displayed during fashion week. Airy and easy to move in, these dresses are a delight for outdoor weddings at the beach or park. Amsale’s dress is simple on the top half with a full skirt to balance it out. Another option, if you want a more retro feel, look for a simple dress similar to Monique Lhuillier’s which you can accessorize with elegant and elaborate jewelry.

3. Contrast ties. Emphasize your best feature with a tie that contrasts with your dress. Rivini’s lavender bow with its large brooch is feminine and graceful. Wrap a band around your middle to emphasize your waist and accentuate your hourglass feature. For a more modern look, have an embellished or jeweled band to sparkle and attract attention. This is an effortless way to look stunning on your wedding day.

4. Floral accents. Atelier Aimee’s gown reflects spring’s blooming flowers with its large floral accents. The accents make a seemingly basic structure unique and the flowers’ pink color gives a slight contrast to crisp white color of the gown. Large flowers are bold whereas a smaller bunch of flowers are subtle. There’s no doubt though that floral accents are sweet and fit for the upcoming season.

5. Ruffles. The ruffles trend is still prevalent in many of the recent styles because of the elegant touch that it brings to wedding gowns. Elizabeth Fillmore’s dress, with its understated ruffles, is heavenly yet simple. On the other hand, the ruffles on Monique Lhuillier’s gown are matched with a lace bodice and white bow to create a magnificent display that is anything but simple. Whatever appearance you’re looking for, you can’t go wrong with ruffles.

- By Lauren Ho

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WEDDING DRESS IDEAS: Red Carpet Trends 2011

2011-10-03T16:50:00.000-07:00

The Emmys last month held lots of surprises as well as delightful fashion choices. We at Latino Bride & Groom are here to tell you how you can incorporate these star styles into your wedding outfit. Straight from the red carpet, here are the 4 latest dress trends, courtesy of your favorite celebrities:

1. Mermaid dress. The popularity of mermaid dresses has yet to decrease due to the form-fitting and feminine silhouette that it produces. Paula Abdul and Nina Dobrev looked stunning in their dramatic mermaid styled dresses. Abdul contrasted the flared ruffles on the bottom of her dress with a jeweled band above her waist. If you choose a mermaid dress, look for details that slim your waist or draw attention to the upper half of your body while still showing off your curves.

2. One shouldered. Ellie Kemper radiated glamour in her sequined one shouldered dress but she was just one of many top stars who appeared in one shouldered dresses. Kemper along with Sofia Vergara, Maria Bello, and Aimee Teegarden opted to flaunt their fierce side in this strong and regal style. One shouldered dresses exude confidence but to also display your softer side, pick a wedding dress with floral embroidery and lots of subtle detail.

3. High collar. Audrey Plaza took a risk by wearing a dress with a high collar but she pulled it off effortlessly. A high collar is unique and adds instant elegance. If Plaza had worn the same dress but with spaghetti straps, the dress might have looked too simple. A high collar is perfect for wedding gowns as they are eye-catching and bold. To accentuate this point, match a high collar with lace or a long layered skirt.

4. Column dress. While the mermaid dress is still very much in demand, column dresses are steadily gaining admiration. At first, they may seem basic and simple but that just leaves you with lots of accessories and added touches you can add on your dress. For example, Cat Deeley’s sequins made her dress a stunner. Other great touches are a flower band to emphasize your figure, soft ruffles, or delicate beading.

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-By Lauren Ho

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GET THE STYLE: Your Wedding Day Hair

2011-09-14T19:02:00.000-07:00

The hairstyle that you wear on your wedding day is just as important as the accessories that you put on to complement that hairstyle. Whether you want a carefree, elegant, or royal appearance, we’ll tell you how to achieve the look that’s right for you. Read on to find five hair ideas that will create the perfect wedding look!

1. Elegant Royalty. On your wedding day, you should be treated like royalty as well as look like royalty. To channel a regal princess, wear a tiara. A tiara will add instant glamour as well as timeless elegance. If you want the main focus to be your wedding dress wear your hair down and simple like Kate Middleton whose lace dress was stunning and unique. For an outdoor wedding, a tiara with flowers and leaves on it will match an open-air setting perfectly.

2. Cultural Princess. Nothing may be more important to you than to display your cultural heritage proudly to all of your guests. To accomplish this, a headpiece like the one Kim Kardashian wore on her wedding day, does the job effortlessly. Look at your mother’s or grandmother’s wedding photos to get ideas of how you want your headpiece to look like. Wearing flowers in your hair with a flower embroidered veil also looks traditional and beautiful.

3. Carefree Chic. If you’re not looking for an extravagant and posh wedding but rather a less formal and fun wedding, simplicity is key. A floor sweeping veil adds flair to your wedding but having tiny flowers embroidered on the veil and loose waves keeps the look sweet and simple. For example, at Kate Moss’s wedding, the structure of her dress was simple but it was the added details to her outfit that made her stand out.

4. Upscale Updo. Candice Crawford’s bun framed with a jeweled pin on her wedding day was great when paired with her high and floral designed collar. An updo with a pretty clip is sophisticated and, with a tall collar, elongates your neck to make it seem slimmer. Even if a hair accessory is small, it’s an easy way to instantly look glamorous. If you want to emphasize a certain part of your body, your hairstyle can do that!

5. Country Style. A short wedding dress looks pretty with an uncomplicated headband like the one Miranda Lambert wore for her wedding. The netting on the headband made her look a classic leading lady. The country singer left her hair straight and natural. She added country flair by wearing white high heeled boots to match her white dress and headband. The result was that Lambert looked carefree and stylish.
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-By Lauren Ho

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DREAM BRIDAL DRESS GIVEAWAY

2011-08-27T18:14:00.000-07:00

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GET THE IDEAS: Kim Kardashian’s Wedding

2011-08-23T19:46:00.000-07:00

This weekend, reality show celebrity Kim Kardashian and basketball star Kris Humphries tied the knot at an extravagant estate in Montecito, California and we at Latino Bride & Groom couldn’t be more excited!

Kardashian wore a strapless ivory Vera Wang dress as she walked down the aisle and accessorized with huge diamond drop earrings, a dazzling diamond drop headpiece, and a tulle veil. The bride incorporated her Armenian background into her wedding outfit with the diamond headpiece, not a common bridal accessory, surprising guests and America. An insider told Us Weekly that “[Kardashian] looked like an Armenian princess.”

Ryan Seacrest, one of the 440 wedding guests, tweeted that Kardashian looked “regal”. Other guests included Eva Longoria, Lindsay Lohan, Mario Lopez, Avril Lavigne, Julianna Hough, Ciara, and George Lopez. An unusual twist to the wedding attire was that Kardashian and Humphries set a black and white dress code for their guests. Kardashian’s sisters Khloe, Kourtney, Kendall, and Kylie wore white Vera Wang dresses. Humphries’s outfit consisted of a white tuxedo jacket, black tuxedo pants, a white shirt, and a white bow tie.

In contrast to her glamorous outfit, Kardashian kept her makeup relatively simple with pink lips, smoky eyes, full brows, and long lashes. We loved how she kept her makeup minimal and classic while still emphasizing her best features.

We love that Kim decided to keep some of her heritage in her special day; here are some ideas on how you too can add that Latino sabor into your wedding:

1. Wear mantilla veil
2. Use laso and arras during ceremony
3. Incorporate vivid colors in decoration
4. Instead of basic vases use talavera containers
5. Have tres leches cake and polvorones (mexican wedding cookies)
6. Get more tips in our latest issue of Latino Bride & Groom!

What are some of your ideas?

- By Lauren Ho

BRIDESMAID DRESS GALLERY

2011-08-03T18:23:00.000-07:00

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TIPS FOR PICTURE PERFECT BRIDESMAIDS

2011-08-03T18:04:00.000-07:00

Bridesmaid dresses have the reputation for being unflattering and cumbersome but we at Latino Bride & Groom have discovered the solution to prevent these wedding mishaps. One suggestion and the latest trend for choosing bridesmaids’ dresses is to have your bridesmaids pick their own dress style according to your wedding color palette. This contemporary approach is the smartest decision a bride can ever make, as your bridesmaids know best the styles that flatter them. Here are five tips to ensure that your bridesmaids look picture-perfect:

1. Compromise. Often times, bridesmaids buy their dresses so let them have some fashion freedom by choosing the dress that they like the best but don’t be afraid to make some suggestions of your own. After all, it is your wedding and it’s still appropriate for you to give your bridesmaids advice. The same dress will not look the same on every woman, as there are many different body types so by compromising between you and your bridesmaids, you can decide on a dress that leaves both parties satisfied.

2. Research outfits and styles. Ask your bridesmaids to research outfits and styles that they like. In addition, you should research what dresses you like. A great place to start is with our bridesmaid fashion section in every issue of Latino Bride & Groom magazine and with our bridal store vendors. See below for a link to see some great new bridesmaid looks and sort through your favorites before taking them dress shopping. Researching will give you ideas about what dresses would be the most suitable for your bridesmaids and can shorten the time that it takes to pick the bridesmaid dresses.

3. Consider the time and place. Keep in mind the type of wedding that you are having and the wedding venue. For example, a short dress is more fitting for a summer wedding at the beach than a winter wedding in a large church as it is casual and won’t be soiled when walking in the sand. A dress that touches the floor is more elegant and formal. Remember that the bridesmaid dress should not only complement the bridesmaid but also the wedding.

4. Have a dress up party. Plan to meet your bridal party at your favorite bridal store and stage a fun fashion show. Have them try on different styles and everyone can help each other choose the perfect dress for their body type. Keep the event fun and energetic by playing music but make sure that you get permission from the salespeople and aren’t disturbing other shoppers. Encourage your girls to strut down the aisle and model for their fellow bridesmaids.

5. Buy dresses early. Don’t wait until it’s too late to go shopping for bridesmaid dresses. Buy the bridesmaid dresses at least one month before the wedding as this will give you time to make alterations so that the dresses fit perfectly. One month is the perfect time to purchase the dresses because it is early enough to make changes to the dresses but not too early that your bridesmaids change and don’t fit it perfectly anymore. We often want to lose weight before a wedding so a dress bought several months before the wedding may be too loose once the big day comes.

- By Lauren Ho

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LBG INTRODUCES YOU LOVELLA BRIDAL

2011-07-18T19:13:00.000-07:00

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After 41 years of providing engaged couples with a wide variety of couture wedding attire and excellent service, Jobyna’s Bridal is transforming into Lovella Bridal. According to Angie and Isabel, owners of formally Jobyna’s Bridal, this change is a celebration of the company’s “desire to offer an ever-evolving collection of classic and modern designer wedding gowns, with enhanced service both on and offline, and with a greater sense of community.”

In other words, all of the things that you love about Jobyna’s Bridal, such as its large selection of dresses and helpful staff, will remain unchanged but added modifications include a new and improved website (www.lovellabridal.com) in which upcoming brides will be able to shop and purchase items through the website.

Jobyna’s Bridal commemorated their rebranding and renaming launch with ribbon cutting ceremonies at Lovella Bridal Verdugo on July 12th and at Lovella Bridal by Ines di Santo on July 14th. Later, the company held a reception at Lovella Bridal by Ines di Santo, located in the Americana in Glendale, CA, where they featured the Lovella dress designed by Ines di Santo and an appearance from the famous designer herself. Also, at Lovella Bridal by Ines di Santo, a trunk show was held from July 14th-16th featuring the 2012 Ines di Santo Couture Collection.

So don’t be afraid if you hear that Jobyna’s Bridal is no more. This welcome transformation from Jobyna’s Bridal to Lovella Bridal represents a more modern and technology savvy company that still offers unparalleled service and stunning wedding gowns. Check out their new website now to see what Lovella Bridal has to offer!

- By Lauren Ho

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PICKING THE PERFECT BEST MAN

2011-07-08T16:45:00.000-07:00

Beware grooms! Besides the sentimental bonds, there is more to choosing a best man than just somebody with whom you’ve hanged out with throughout your life. Believe it or not, a best man is a very important element of the wedding process, and take it from us, you want to have the perfect wedding for your amazing soon-to-be wife. In order for this to happen, you will want to consider a couple of things which we have laid out for you, these tips will help you pick the perfect best man.

• Strong Ties
First of all, you will need somebody that understands why you’re getting married and most importantly, why you picked your bride. You need the moral support to boost up your blissful future as husband and wife, not somebody that will make you second-guess anything.

• Complete Reliability
Although we all make mistakes, your wedding ceremony should be aimed to be as perfect as possible. You will need for your best man to live exactly up to his expectations. He will carry his enormous responsibilities of having the ring throughout the ceremony, the first toast for the bride and groom, dancing with the maid of honor and bride, signing the marriage license as a witness, and take the groom to the wedding venue. You need somebody you can trust and know he’ll execute his role smoothly and not cause you or the bride any stress.

• Take up Responsibilities
Honestly, you don’t need somebody that thinks he just has to show up, carry a ring, and sign a wedding license. You will be too busy to think about smaller details like decorating the getaway car, collecting gift envelopes, organizing the bachelor party, or giving the wedding officiator a sealed envelope with his or her fee. Choose somebody who will step up and help you out by taking up some responsibilities.

Follow these guidelines and we can guarantee the perfect best man for you! And do not worry about sparing anybody’s feelings, after all, they will forget about it at the wedding party!

- By Jose Zavala

Previously featured in Latino Bride & Groom magazine.

5 GREAT SUMMER WEDDING TRENDS

2011-06-29T16:07:00.000-07:00

Summer is truly here as the days seem longer and the temperature starts to rise. Summer brings in new wedding styles and here are the 5 trends that we have spotted to help you have a perfect summer wedding:

Soft and feminine dresses. Instead of a wedding dress that has many heavy layers, look for one made with lightweight materials such as tulle or chiffon. Forego formfitting dresses for something more comfortable and easy to move in. Consider a knee length wedding dress rather than the traditional floor sweeping gowns. Summer brings sweet and feminine styles so look out for wedding dresses with lace or flowers.

Incorporating your story. More couples are personalizing their wedding by including elements that represent themselves or a part of their story together as a couple into their wedding. Make the day more meaningful by choosing the theme, music, decorations, or wedding favors that is special to you and your fiancé. Go over important events in your relationship such as where you met, where he proposed, or if you have a special song. Also, write down a list of characteristics, hobbies, or likes that you have in common and pick a few details to have on your big day.

Natural makeup. For your big day, highlight your best features without applying too much makeup. The ideal summer bride wears minimal makeup. She has a natural yet flawless look. Opt for pink lipstick to emphasize your natural lip color and a neutral eye shadow to draw attention to your eyes. Also, the summer heat can easily smear makeup and “melt” makeup, meaning that it will not last as long. Combat these problems by using waterproof makeup and make sure to apply a primer before you put on foundation. Don't forget your emergency kit with touch up make-up products for that impeccable look all day long!

Creative favors. A big summer trend, especially in this tough economy, is do-it-yourself projects. Save money and add a personal touch by making your own party favors. Create your own decorations like cutting out paper flowers or putting together your own guestbook. Homemade treats such as cookies, jam, and cookie mix are great do-it-yourself wedding favors. If there is anything that you can do yourself, research to see if doing it yourself will be more inexpensive than buying it. Keep in mind though that DIY projects take more time than buying it already prepared.

Go green. There are many things that you can do to have an eco-friendly wedding this summer! Save trees by printing your wedding invitations, place cards, or thank you cards on recycled paper or tree-free paper. Create your bouquet using organic flowers or ask your florist to use flowers that aren’t sprayed with chemicals. Also, research eco-friendly wedding favors or centerpieces!

- By: Lauren Ho

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TONY ROMO AND CANDICE CRAWFORD WEDDING

2011-05-27T15:15:00.000-07:00

The Premier Latino National/Local Bridal magazine, Latino Bride and Groom (www.latinobrideandgroom.com), has been invited to cover the Dallas Cowboy's quarterback Tony Romo (Antonio Ramiro Romo) and fiancé Candice Crawford wedding, in Dallas this weekend.

The 31-year-old quarterback is getting married this Saturday to Dallas TV reporter Candice Crawford, reported ESPN. The magazine will feature the Romo wedding to allow readers to take a peek at Latino superstar's big day. Romo and fiancé Candice Crawford are tying the knot on May 28 at Arlington Hall at Lee Park. Word has it that they rented the swanky historic Arlington Hall Mansion for the whole day.

As they say everything's bigger in Texas, and that includes the couple weddings. Romo and Crawford are going all-out to ensure their privacy and to have one hell of a bash. The Texas twosome will tie the knot in the early evening of May 28 and they've booked the entire property so they can party the night away.

Wedding guests are staying at the lavish Rosewood Manison on Turtle Creek, Latino Bride and Groom has learned exclusively. Looks like Tony and Candice are sparing no expense for friends and family, as this is the only five-star hotel in the Big D. The happy couple has been dating since the summer 2009 and got engaged on Candice's 24th birthday this past December.

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LOS ANGELES EVENT CALENDAR

2011-05-23T17:35:00.000-07:00

February 10-12, 2012
Jim Hjelm Blush Trunk Show
www.monamie.com

February 10-12, 2012
Hailey Paige Trunk Show
www.monamie.com

February 17-19, 2012
Stephen Yearick & YSA Makino Trunk Show
www.monamie.com

February 19, 2012
Moda2000 Expo Show
4:00 PM
921 S. Euclid St.
Anaheim, CA 92802
(714) 885-7537
www.moda2000partydresses.com

February 24-26, 2012
Justina McCaffrey Trunk Show
www.monamie.com

February 26, 2012
The Bellisima Bride
Bridal Show
Hyatt Regency Valencia
10:00 AM to 4:00 PM
www.bellisimabride.com

March 2-4, 2012
Victoria Nicole Trunk Show
www.monamie.com

March 9-11, 2012
Amy Michelson Trunk Show
www.monamie.com

March 16-18, 2012
Tara Keely by Lazaro Trunk Show
www.monamie.com

March 23-25, 2012
Liancarlo Trunk Show
www.monamie.com

March 30- April 1, 2012
Yumi Katsura Trunk Show
www.monamie.com

May 18-20, 2012
Augusta Jones Trunk Show
www.monamie.com

Latino Bride & Groom maintains this calendar of bridal expos and trunk shows, but we don’t produce these events. For more information about any of the wedding events listed here, please contact the event producer directly.

Want to post your bridal expo or bridal event on our calendar? Please email us at info@latinobrideandgroom.com.

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DALLAS/FORT WORTH EVENT CALENDAR

2011-05-23T17:34:00.000-07:00

February 26, 2012 12PM-5PM
Latino Bridal & Quince Girl Expo
Julissa's Fashion Show
Dallas Fair Park Automobile Building
(214) 824-7495
www.quincegirlexpos.com

Latino Bride & Groom maintains this calendar of bridal expos and trunk shows, but we don’t produce these events. For more information about any of the wedding events listed here, please contact the event producer directly.

Want to post your bridal expo or bridal event on our calendar? Please email us at info@latinobrideandgroom.com.

Find: Wedding Venues • Wedding Dress Shops • Wedding Vendors • Groom Tuxedos

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LBG NEWS - APRIL 2011- Latino Bride & Groom

2011-04-29T18:38:00.000-07:00

We are in full swing of wedding season; warm sunshine and clear skies make the perfect background for a spring reception. Of course, we at LBG have been following all of the Royal Wedding preparations and now the actual event, it certainly was nothing short of what we expected. Look out for our recap of Prince William and Catherine's memorable day in our Editor's Blog.

You can plan your own royal wedding with the newest issue of LATINO BRIDE & GROOM, our Bridal Fashion Issue, is out on newsstands or online, you can also check out our brand new Bridal Buzz section a segment that features news, ideas, and fun finds to help you plan your ideal wedding. We also feature top reception sites, and one that stands out is the San Pedro Fish Market a quaint place with a beautiful view of the San Pedro port with its ships resting on the sea tide. The restaurant offers a large variety of seafood dishes and theme dinners, such as Island Luau and a tostada/burrito bar. Check out our wedding venues and find one in your area.

Are you stressed because you are juggling your day-to-day responsibilities with planning everything for your wedding? Make things easier by visiting VintageOrchid.com. These experienced wedding planners will take the weight off your shoulders while working with you to create the wedding that you’ve always imagined. Two savvy Latinas that are skilled at interacting with vendors and coordinating events, Vintage Orchid Event Planning will make sure that your special day goes as planned. They offer wedding packages as well as custom designed packages to meet specific needs.

Take some time out with the girls and go see Bridesmaids, the movie, a hilarious comedy coming out on May 13. And, plan a trip to Sara’s Lingerie for sexy, beautiful, and feminine undergarments for an unforgettable wedding night and honeymoon. Don’t forget to enter our Romantic Weekend Giveaway. The deadline is the end of May so enter now before you miss the chance for some much needed rest and relaxation!

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BRIDESMAID TRAILER

2011-04-29T18:34:00.000-07:00

MON AMIE BRIDAL SALON

2011-04-20T17:39:00.001-07:00

Mon Amie is a family owned & operated bridal salon that has served as Orange County's, Southern California's, and the West Coast's most elegant & premiere bridal salon for 35 years. We present to our brides an unparalleled selection of designer gowns in our spacious 20,000 sq. ft. boutique. Our enthusiastic & knowledgeable staff are renowned for their sincere personalized service.

In addition to our couture collection of bridal gowns, Mon Amie offers a wide selection of special occasion gowns, mother-of-the-bride gowns, flower girl dresses, veils & bridal accessories to complete your wedding day look. Mon Amie is also proud to offer an outstanding team of alteration-ists on staff to tailor your gown.

We will turn the search for your perfect gown into an event full of memories to be treasured forever! Finding your special gown is truly a magical experience at Mon Amie.

Mon Amie Bridal Salon
355 Bristol Street
Costa Mesa, CA 92626
(714) 546-5700
info@monamie.com
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TOP 5 TRENDS FROM BRIDAL WEEK

2011-04-20T16:41:00.000-07:00

Bridal week just finished in New York City and we have got all of the hottest trends straight from the runway. We have compiled the top 5 trends that we loved. Get inspired by all of these great styles and ideas!

Vera Wang

1. Off-white dresses – We tweeted about loving Reese Witherspoon’s pale pink wedding dress and now more designers seem to be breaking away from traditional white wedding dresses. Vera Wang caught our interest by showing a wide array of gowns ranging from pale green to muted purple to slate grey.

Vera Wang

2. Sheer Layers – One thing that we saw on the runway was a lot of tulle and sheer layers finishing the dresses. Vera Wang’s dress was magnificent with its contrasting sheer layers and this over the simple sweetheart neckline kept the dress from looking too plain.

Oscar de la Renta

3. Scallop Layers – Dresses from bridal week took our breath away with their intricate designs and delicate details. Oscar de la Renta’s dress consisted of different types of details that complemented each other to create an elegant and feminine dress to remember.

Monique Lhuillier

4. Soft Ruffles – Dresses similar to the ones Monique Lhuillier presented definitely grabbed our attention. The ruffles on a full skirt had us thinking of royalty whereas ruffles on a short dress reminded us of blooming flowers.

Carolina Herrera

5. Flower print/embroidery – Spring is here and designers incorporated the refreshing essence of the season into their fashion. The unexpected flowers embroidered onto Carolina Herrera’s dress brought a bit of color to the all-white dress.

Check out our Bridal Gown Gallery for gown ideas!

- By Lauren Ho

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2011-04-11T16:15:00.000-07:00

8 THINGS TO CONSIDER FOR A DESTINATION WEDDING

2011-03-30T18:34:00.000-07:00

Getting married away from home provides an exotic and memorable adventure. Compared to a traditional wedding, a destination wedding may be less costly and more close-knit as it usually includes a small group of family and friends. Here are some things to consider when planning your dream destination wedding.

1. Hire a local wedding planner in the area that you plan to be married. A wedding planner offers helpful advice, gets you the best local deals, and knows the best vendors. Having a wedding planner means less stress but also less control.

2. Decide how family and friends will travel and where they will stay. Covering their travel and accommodation expenses will be more expensive but guests that have to plan all of these details on their own may have trouble finding affordable and satisfactory methods of transportation or places to stay.

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3. Incorporate local cuisine and flowers at your wedding. Having your wedding in an exotic location is an once-in-a-lifetime opportunity so make sure to take advantage of that. Research popular dishes or flowers that are in season.

4. Find out if your hotel or resort offers wedding packages. These packages often take care of a lot of the planning for you and for one affordable price. If you book multiple hotel rooms, you might also receive a discount.

5. If you are getting married in a popular travel spot, choose to have your wedding during the off-season. This will provide you with lower costs for things such as transportation and you will have less difficulty booking vendors.

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6. Contact the local city halls in the place that you will be having your wedding to find out all the requirements to get married. You will need an interpreter if you do now know the language of the region. To get married, you may need to have a certain number of witnesses, take blood tests, or have immunization certificates.

7. Look into destination wedding insurance. Wedding insurance will cover some of the expenses in case of severe weather, illness, or if an airline cancels flights.

8. Send your invitations out as soon as possible. By notifying your guests well in advance, they can plan accordingly because destination weddings often involve the couple celebrating for several days with family and friends. Guests will have to take time off to attend the wedding and travel to and from the wedding site.

Check out our Travel/Honeymoon specialists.

- By Lauren Ho

VINTAGE WEDDING VIDEO

2011-01-25T12:04:00.000-08:00

Talk about technology, Bride Pop and Monachetti shot a wedding completely on the iPhone 4 with no filters or special color correction or rigs or anything. We think this is great and thinking outside the box.

Vintage Wedding Video Shot Entirely on iPhone 4

Send us your wedding videos for a chance to be featured in our Editor's Blog, plus they give brides-to-be ideas and inspiration for their own special day!

Check out some great videographers in your area.

PICKING RECEPTION SITES

2011-01-14T16:34:00.000-08:00

¡Feliz Año Nuevo! Brides-to-be,

We at Latino Bride & Groom are looking forward to a great 2011 and wish all of you a wonderful year while getting ready for your much anticipated wedding. In this our first blog post of the year, we are going to give you some ideas on picking your reception site along with pictures from real venues!

You have options of where you want to have your wedding, for instance, an outdoor wedding in a place with a spectacular view, a casual wedding in a local banquet hall or a formal wedding in an elegant hotel. This is a great place to start. Yet, do you want a place where you have the flexibility of having your own caterer or perhaps a venue that takes care of everything? These are questions that you need to discuss with your fiancé, keeping your budget in mind.

Here we feature some of the best venues and they each have their own special elements. Puddingstone Resort in San Dimas, CA has an overwhelming view overlooking Puddingstone Lake. The Queen Mary in Long Beach, CA is not only filled with lots of history (built in 1936) but it also offers world-class cuisine and superb service. The Joule Hotel in Downtown Dallas, TX is an award-winning venue with the past and present mingled together for the contemporary bride. And The Palace Events in Dallas, TX is the perfect place to have your traditional wedding filled with all your closest family members.

Check out our complete guide of venues in our resource guide.

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LBG NEWS - Latino Bride & Groom

2010-12-15T18:41:00.000-08:00

Everyone here in LBG would like to wish you Happy Holidays and may the joy of the season be with you. Yet, don't let this time of joy and happiness cause you stress with all the gift giving, holiday gatherings, plus the wedding preparations on your to-do list. Get help from our resourceful vendors, like Alice Makeup Land & Beauty Salon for a flawless look or El Pueblo Bakery for that delightful cake or even El Monte Jewelers for the special ring.

Are you feeling lost on your sense of direction on where to have your wedding? Are you aware of what sort of preparations you have to prepare for your big event? How are you going to get your makeup done? Will you hire a makeup artist? What about your hair? You cannot neglect the hair on the day where everyone gazes at you as you walk down the aisle. And don’t forget the dress, it has to be gorgeous and flattering. Sometimes handling such big events can be overwhelming and you’ll need some support and guidance through it. LBG magazine and LatinoBrideandGroom.com offers information to help aid you through the list of tasks to complete in order to have your big day go as smooth as possible. Don't miss our latest issue out in newsstands and online!

Now for all those gals in Dallas getting ready for their big day, we have recently launched LBG in Dallas, Texas! Expanding our advice to more women seeking a bit of help. Not only that, but we have also been featured on American Latino TV because of our success in assisting many brides-to-be accomplish having their dream wedding go as planned.

Be sure to save the date for Pop Bridal event of the year at The Americana at Brand on February 6, see our event calendar for more information. Where you will be able to get a FREE issue of our latest magazine, so be sure to attend.

Happy Holidays & Best Wishes for a Great New Year in 2011!

RING GALLERY

2010-12-03T17:54:00.000-08:00

RINGS BY JAMES ALLEN

Find Wedding Jewelers:
Florists • Invitations • Accessories & Gifts • Vendors

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LATINO BRIDE & GROOM ON AMERICAN LATINO TV

2010-11-24T14:50:00.000-08:00

VIDEOGRAPHERS - DALLAS/FORTWORTH

2010-11-22T13:26:00.001-08:00

A CLASSIC VIDEO PRODUCTION
Dallas (241) 865-3742

HAKIM SONS FILMS
1430 Dragon St, Studio 17
Dallas (800) 713-8913
www.hakimsonsfilm.com

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VIDEOGRAPHERS - LOS ANGELES

2010-11-22T13:26:00.000-08:00

LINOUS PHOTOGRAPHY
2573 Clarendon Ave
Huntington Park, CA 90255
(323) 585-2752
www.linousproductions.net

M.C. VIDEO PRODUCTIONS
1250 N Lakeview Ave. #L
Anaheim Hills, CA 92807
(714) 777-4800

THE WEDDING STREAMER
(310) 463-4948
www.theweddingstreamer.com

VIDIAC PRODUCIONS
21237 Kent Ave.
Torrance, CA 90503
(310) 543-4598

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TRANSPORTATION - DALLAS/FORTWORTH

2010-11-22T13:18:00.001-08:00

CHOICE LUXERY LIMO
(214) 823-7475
www.choiceluxerylimo.com

DIVA LIMOUSINE
(800) 427-DIVA
www.divalimo.com

LA STAR LIMOUSINE
(214) 536-8396

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TRANSPORTATION - LOS ANGELES

2010-11-22T13:18:00.000-08:00

DIVA LIMOUSINE
1-800-427-DIVA
www.divalimo.com

G & F CARRIAGES
2175 S Willow Ave
Bloomington, CA 92316
(866) 590-0054
www.cinderellacarriage.net

LA EXOTIC LIMO
(562) 318-7051

LA STAR LIMOUSINE
(562) 536-8396

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RENTALS - DALLAS/FORTWORTH

2010-11-22T13:12:00.001-08:00

CFE PARTY RENTALS
(214) 594-0933

DI FIORI
2431 Shorecrest Cr Ste
D9
Dallas (241) 741-3145
www.difiori.com

UR PARTY RENTALS
8034 Greenway Parks
Dallas (214) 823-823-8889

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RENTALS - LOS ANGELES

2010-11-22T13:12:00.000-08:00

A-PACKAGED PARTIES
6635 Independence Ave.
Canoga Park, CA 91303
(818) 710-1222
www.a-packagedparties.com

AMERICAN RENTALS
(323) 567-RENT
www.american-rentals.com

CFE PARTY RENTALS
(310) 594-0933

ORBIT PARTY RENTALS
12061 E Slauson Ave.
Santa Fe Springs, CA 90670
(562) 696-8875
www.orbitpartyrentals.com

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PHOTOGRAPHERS - DALLAS/FORTWORTH

2010-11-22T12:43:00.000-08:00

AC PHOTOGRAPHY
www.acphotography.com

ERICK POZOS - Destination Wedding Photographer - Mexico
www.erickpozos.com

MARCUS LOPEZ PHOTOGRAPHY
(214) 603-3215
www.marcuslopez.com

MARISA GALLEGOS PHOTOGRAPHY
(214) 981-8007
www.marisagallegos.com

MAYELA PHOTOGRAPHY
2829 Saturn Rd. Ste #108
Garland
(214) 926-1654

VIDEO ARTE PHOTOGRAPHY
Dallas (214) 941-0996
www.videoartepro.net

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PHOTOGRAPHERS - LOS ANGELES

2010-11-22T12:42:00.000-08:00

AC PHOTOGRAPHY
www.acphotography.com

ERICK POZOS - Destination Wedding Photographer - Mexico
www.erickpozos.com

GAVIN HOLT PHOTOGRAPHY
www.gavinphotography.com

LINOUS PHOTOGRAPHY
2573 Clarendon Ave
Huntington Park, CA 90255
(323) 585-2752
www.linousproductions.net

MARISA LEIGH PHOTOGRAPHY
www.marisaleigh.com

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PARTY SUPPLIES - LOS ANGELES

2010-11-19T18:42:00.001-08:00

MICHAEL'S STORES, INC.
1155 E Colorado Blvd.
Pasadena, CA 91106
(626) 431-2850
www.michaels.com

ORBIT PARTY RENTALS
12061 E Slauson Ave.
Santa Fe Springs, CA 90670
(562) 696-8875
www.orbitpartyrentals.com

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PARTY SUPPLIES - DALLAS/FORTWORTH

2010-11-19T18:42:00.000-08:00

UNIQUELY QUINCE
(877) 475-3525
www.uniquelyquince.com

UR PARTY RENTALS
8034 Greenway Parks
Dallas (214) 823-8889

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MAKE-UP/HAIR/NAILS - LOS ANGELES

2010-11-19T18:12:00.001-08:00

AGUA DE VIDA SPA
119 1/2 & 121 N. San Gabriel Blvd.
San Gabriel, CA 91775
(626) 286-6312
www.aguadevidaspa.com

ALICE MAKEUP LAND & BEAUTY SALON
217 S. Glendale Avenue
Glendale, CA 91205
(818) 247-2944
www.alicemakeupland.com

ALMA PEREA
Professional Make-up Artist
almaperea@yahoo.com

COSMOS HAIR SALON
3515 Whittier Blvd. Unit 3
Los Angeles, CA 90023
(323) 268-7556

HAPPY HOUR SALON & SPA
4833 E. Florence Ave.
Bell, CA 90201
(323) 533-1247

IMAGEN HAIR SALON
2930 Whittier Blvd.
Los Angeles, CA 90023
(323) 263-9495

MELISSA ACHONDO
501 E Verdugo Ave. #7
Burbank, CA 91501
(626) 251-3655

RITA MARIE
(213) 422-4851
ritamarieb@sbcglobal.net

SALON EVE
610 E Route 66
Glendora, CA 91740
(626) 335-5790
www.saloneve.com

SPA ESCAPES WITH BEAUTICONTROL
(818) 974-5291
relaxationspas@gmail.com

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MAKE-UP/HAIR/NAILS - DALLAS/FORTWORH

2010-11-19T18:12:00.000-08:00

ALMA PEREA PROFESSIONAL MAKE-UP ARTIST
almaperea@yahoo.com

AVALON SALON & SPA
3699 McKinney Ave
Ste 412-D
Dallas (214) 969-1901
www.avalon-salon.com

GRAND SPA
5100 Belt Line Rd Ste 620
Dallas (972) 392-9393
www.grandspa.com

MARY KAY
Miriam Calderon
(214) 205-6626

NY LOOKS
(469) 774-6998
www.myspace.com/ny_looks

SALON 2122
2122 Boll St
Dallas (214) 219-1411

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JEWELERS - DALLAS/FORTWORTH

2010-11-19T17:44:00.000-08:00

ANSCHAR DIAMONDS, INC
12900 Preston Rd
Dallas (972) 233-1804
www.anschardiamonds.com

EISEMAN JEWELS
514 NorthPark Center
Dallas (214) 369-6100
www.eisemanjewels.com

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JEWELERS - LOS ANGELES

2010-11-19T17:41:00.000-08:00

BHH GREKA FINE JEWELRY
617 S Olive St. Ste. 300
Los Angeles, CA 90014
(213) 623-4747
www.bhhgreka.com

CARTIER
1-877-CARTIER
www.bridal.cartier.com

CHORS JEWELRY DESIGNS
18421 E Colima Rd.
Rowland Heights, CA 91748
(626) 964-1188
www.chorsjewelrydesign.com

DEBEERS
www.debeers.com

JAMES ALLEN
www.jamesallen.com

EL MONTE JEWELERS
10914¼ Valley Mall
El Monte, CA 91731
(626) 279-2004

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INVITATIONS - DALLAS/FORTWORTH

2010-11-19T17:28:00.000-08:00

CAMPBELL STATIONERS
6131 Luther Ln
Dallas (214) 692-8380

PAPYRUS/NORTH PARK CENTER
1460 NorthPark Center
Dallas (214) 265-7187
www.papyrusonline.com

UNIQUELY QUINCE
(877) 475-3525
www.uniquelyquince.com

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INVITATIONS - LOS ANGELES

2010-11-19T17:27:00.000-08:00

EXCLUSIVELY WEDDINGS
2305 Soabar St.
Greensboro, NC 27406
1-800-759-7666
www.exclusivelyweddings.com

TRANSPACIFIC DESIGNS
696 E Colorado Blvd.
Pasadena, CA 91101
(626) 568-2885

WHITE WEDDING/TOO CUTE
7028 Greenleaf Ave.
Whittier, CA 90602
(562)789-2817
www.weddingandafter.com
www.toocutefootwear.com

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FORMAL WEAR - SUITS/TUXEDOS - LOS ANGELES

2010-11-19T17:07:00.001-08:00

FRIAR TUX SHOP
www.friartux.com

GIORGIO ROSSI
830 S Los Angeles St
Los Angeles, CA 90014
(213) 623-9909
lasuitguy@gmail.com
www.lasuitguy.com

JEAN YVES
www.jeanyvescatalog.com

PAOLO CELLINI
753 S Los Angeles St
Los Angeles, CA 90014
(213) 892-0026
lasuitguy@gmail.com
www.lasuitguy.com

SUIT FELLAS
756 S Los Angeles St
Los Angeles, CA 90014
(213) 627-7111

SUIT MAN
1000-1 Maple St
Los Angeles, CA 90015
(213) 749-1400

SUIT SMART
923-1 Santee St
Los Angeles, CA 90015
(213) 688-7711
suitfellas@yahoo.com
www.suitfellas.com

TUXEDO PLUS
2730 West Imperial Highway
Inglewood, CA 90303
(323) 418-8182
tppete@aol.com
www.tuxedoplus.net

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FORMAL WEAR - SUITS/TUXEDOS - DALLAS/FORT WORTH

2010-11-19T17:05:00.000-08:00

ELEGANCIA FORMAL WEAR
2630 N. Josey Ln. #111
Carrollton, TX 75007
(972) 820-6372
eleganciaformal@gmail.com

JEAN YVES
www.jeanyvescatalog.com

JIM'S FORMALWEAR
www.jimsformalwear.com

MARYS BRIDAL
9788 Walnut Street
Dallas (214) 575-4000

MII'S BRIDAL & TUX, INC.
9440 Garland Rd Ste 186
Dallas (214) 319-8381

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FLORISTS - DALLAS/FORT WORTH

2010-11-03T17:51:00.000-07:00

BRIDAL BLOOMS
409 W Virginia St
McKinney (972) 907-8804
www.bridalblooms.com

CARREN'S FLOWERS
4341 Lovers lane
Dallas (214) 522-2020

DI FIORI
2431 Shorecrest Cr Ste D9
Dallas (214) 741-3145
www.difiori.com

ENCHANTED FLORIST
9879 Beltline Road
Farmers Branch (214) 919-3404

FREESIA
1621 Dragon St
Dallas (214) 658-9757
www.freesiadallas.com

NEST FLORAL STUDIO
135 W Main St
Lewisville (469) 955-8017
www.nestfloralstudio.com

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FLORISTS - LOS ANGELES

2010-11-03T17:49:00.000-07:00

CITRUS VALLEY FLORIST
143 S. Citrus Ave.
Covina, CA 91723
(626) 331-0551

1601 S. Grand Ave.
Glendora, CA 91740
(626) 963-7511

2161 S. Fullerton Rd.
Rowland Heights, CA 91748
(626) 839-3029
www.citrusvalleyflorist.com

DURAN'S FLOWERS
315 S. Arroyo Parkway
Pasadena, CA 91105
(626) 405-0048
info@duransflowers.com
www.duransflowers.com

FORGET ME NOT FLOWERS
2012 Glenoaks Blvd
San Fernando, CA 91340
(818) 365-7370
forgetmenot.flowers@yahoo.com

FRAGRANT FLOWERS
700 1/2 W. Las Tunas Dr.
San Gabriel, CA 91776
(626) 588-2855
fragrant.flowers@sbcglobal.net

FRIENDLY FLOWERS
8023 E. Florence Ave
Downey, CA 90240
(562) 806-3886

L'ODEON FLOWERS
6310 San Fernando Rd.
Glendale, CA 91502
(818) 240-4684

MARIO DEL FANTE FLORIST
811 West Covina Pkwy.
West Covina, CA 91790
(626) 919-3404
www.mariodelfanteflorist.com

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ENTERTAINERS - DALLAS/FORT WORTH

2010-11-03T17:47:00.000-07:00

INSIDE OUT BRAND
(214) 534-214
http://www.insideoutinfo.com

Mariachi Quetzal
www.mariachiquetzal.com

TEXAS BOYS CHOIR
3901 S. Hulen St
Ft Worth (817) 924-1482
www.texasboyschoir.org

UNIQUE DJ ENTERTAINMENT
Dallas (214) 403-7124
www.uniquedallas.com

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ENTERTAINERS - LOS ANGELES

2010-11-03T17:27:00.000-07:00

J & M ENTERTAINMENT
28472 Constellation Rd.
Valencia, CA 91355
(661) 257-1725

MUSICAL SERVICES
(818) 667-1274
www.musicalservices.com

PIANIST ON CALL
(626) 284-0036
pianistoncall@yahoo.com

NITE TIME ENTERTAINMENT
3401 Union Pacific Ave.
Los Angeles, CA 90023
(562) 947-2615

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CATERERS - DALLAS/FORT WORTH

2010-11-03T16:21:00.000-07:00

AMBASSADOR CAKES & CATERNG
DALLAS/ROCK WALL
(972) 463-1704
www.ambassadorcakesandcatering.com

BONNELL'S
4259 Bryant Irvin Rd
Ft Worth (827)736-5489
www.bonneltexas.com

III FORKS
17776 Dallas Pkwy
Dallas (972) 267-1776
www.iiiforks.com

ROSI'S FERGUSON CAFE
219 Ferguson Village Ctr
Dallas (214) 320-9173

TASTE CATERING & EVENTS
11047 Ables Ln
Dallas (214)256-9122
www.tastecateringandevents.com

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CATERERS - LOS ANGELES

2010-11-03T16:18:00.000-07:00

BOMBAY RESTAURANT
405 N Vineyard Ave. Ste. A
Ontario, CA 91764
(909) 937-1282
www.bombaycuisine.com

FELIX'S CATERING
(951) 205-3255
cheffelixmejia@gmail.com

FRESCA'S MEXICAN GRILL
150 Citadel Dr.
Commerce, CA 90040
(323) 721-3534

GUADALAJARA GRILL
14610 Garvey Ave.
Baldwin Park, CA 91706
(626) 337-8168

MARACAS CAFE & CATERING
3300 N. Broadway
Los Angeles, CA 90031
(323) 574-9925
maracas1956@gmail.com

MUÑOZ CATERING
(626) 292-CARNE (2276)
dave@muñozcatering.com
www.affordableweddingcatering.com

SAN PEDRO FISH MARKET
1190 Nagoya Way
San Pedro, CA 90731
(310) 832-4251
www.sanpedrofishmarket.com

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CAKES - DALLAS/FORT WORTH

2010-11-03T15:17:00.000-07:00

AMBASSADOR CAKES & CATERING
Dallas/Rockwall
(972) 463-1704
www.ambassadorcakesandcatering.com

CAKE CAROUSEL
1002 N Central Expwy
Richardson (972) 690-4628
www.cakecarousel.com

CANDELARIA'S BAKERY
5211 Gus Thomasson Rd
Mesquite (972) 270-8188
irisi0992@yahoo.com

CUCALU CRUFFLES & CAKES
Dallas
(214) 518-5039
www.cucalu.com

FROSTED ART BAKERY
1546 Edison St
Dallas (214) 760-8707
www.frostedart.com

SUBLIME BAKERY
5512 Bellair Dr.
S Ft. Worth (817) 570-9630
www.sublimebakery.com

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CAKES - LOS ANGELES

2010-11-03T15:15:00.001-07:00

CAKELAND GALLERY
11852 S. Paramount Blvd.
Downey, CA 90241
(562) 869-4088
www.aboutcakeland.com

EL MANJAR PERUANO
12802 Paramount Blvd.
Downey, CA 90242
(562) 904-8001
www.elmanjarperuano.com

EL PUEBLO, BAKERY INC.
3625 Tweedy Blvd.
South Gate, CA 90280
(323) 567-0551
1-800-PASTELES

HELENA WIRTH CAKES
14042 Burbank Blvd.
Sherman Oaks, CA 91401
(818) 904-9566
www.helenawirthcakes.com

LA FAVORITA BAKERY
2305 E. 4th Street
Los Angeles, CA 90033
(323) 265-4445

3867 Whittier Blvd.
Los Angeles, CA 90033
(323) 266-1474

5116 Central Ave.
Los Angeles, CA 90011
(323) 234-2017

1037 W. Gardena Blvd.
Gardena, CA 90247
(310) 323-3688

4149 Tweedy Blvd. (C)
South Gate, CA 90280
(323) 563-1888

11124 Long Beach Blvd.
Lynwood, CA 90262
(310) 637-4090

11555 Atlantic Ave.
Lynwood, CA 90262
(310) 763-9842

3559 E. First St.
Los Angeles, CA 90063
(323) 261-1420
www.lafavoritabakery.net

PORTO'S BAKERY & CAFE
315 N Brand Blvd.
Glendale, CA 91203
(818) 956-5996 ext. 241
www.portosbakery.com

VREJ PASTRY
1074 N. Allen Ave.
Pasadena, CA 91104
(626) 797-2331

1791 E. Route 66
Glendora, CA 91740
(626) 914-1940

11148 Balboa Blvd.
Granada Hills, CA 91344
(818) 366-2526
www.kingofpastry.com

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BRIDAL STORES - LOS ANGELES

2010-11-01T16:55:00.000-07:00

PREMIUM VENDORS

	MON AMIE BRIDAL SALON Mon Amie Bridal Salon is a family owned & operated bridal salon that has served as Southern California's most elegant & premiere bridal salon for 35 years. We present to our brides an unparalleled selection of designer gowns in our spacious 20,000 sq. ft. boutique...(more)

FEATURED VENDORS

ALBERTO RODRIGUEZ COUTURE
Av. Vallarta 1300 col, Americana
Guadalajara, Jalisco, Mexico 44160
www.albertorodriguez.com

CAROLINA HERRERA
www.carolinaherrera.com

LOVELLA BRIDAL
Lovella Bridal by Ines Di Santo
171 Caruso Avenue
Glendale, CA 91210
(818) 248-INES

Lovella Bridal
3325 N. Verdugo Road
Glendale, CA 91208
(818) 248-0026
www.lovellabridal.com

JIM HJELM OCCASIONS
www.jimhjelmoccasions.com

LAZARO BRIDAL
www.lazarobridal.com

LILY'S BRIDAL SHOP
13918-C Francisquito Ave
Baldwin Park, CA 91706
(818) 338-3089

MAGGIE SOTTERO
www.maggiesottero.com

PALOMA BLANCA
www.palomablanca.com

PRINCESS 15 & BRIDAL
3430 Tweedy Blvd.
South Gate, CA 90280
(323) 271-5814
princessxvbridal@gmail.com

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BRIDAL STORES - DALLAS/FORT WORTH

2010-11-01T16:51:00.000-07:00

ABC FASHION
312 E. Main St.
Grand Prairie (972) 264-9100
www.abcfashion.net

ALBERTO RODRIGUEZ COUTURE
www.albertorodriguez.com

ALFRED ANGELO BRIDAL
www.alfredangelo.com

ELEGANCIA FORMAL WEAR
2630 N. Josey Ln. #111
Carrollton, TX 75007
(972) 820-6372
eleganciaformal@gmail.com
www.eleganciaformalwear.com

MARIELA'S UNLIMITED
920 W Jefferson Blvd
Dallas (214) 944-5520

MARTHA'S BRIDAL BOUTIQUE
5441 E Grand Ave
Dallas (214) 887-8130

MII'S BRIDAL & TUX
9440 Garland Rd Ste 186
Dallas (214) 319-8381

MAYRA'S BRIDAL BOUTIQUE
204 S Tyler Street
Dallas (214) 941-3000

ONE NIGHT AFFAIR
12926 Midway Rd
Dallas (972) 233-0262

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ACCESSORIES AND GIFTS - DALLAS/FORT WORTH

2010-10-30T15:00:00.000-07:00

MARIELA'S UNLIMITED
920 W Jefferson Blvd
Dallas (214) 944-5520

TOOTSIES
8300 Preston Road Ste 200
Dallas (214) 696-9993
www.tootsies.com

UNIQUELY QUINCE
(817) 475-3525
www.uniquelyquince.com

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ACCESSORIES AND GIFTS - LOS ANGELES

2010-10-30T14:53:00.001-07:00

HEAVENLY CHOICE
534 N Montebello Blvd.
Montebello, CA 90640
(323) 728-2798
weddingplanner@msn.com
www.heavenlychoice.com

ROYAL ACCESSORIES
305 E. 9th St. #125
Los Angeles, CA 90015
(213) 623-3184
www.royalaccessory.com

WEDDING TENNIS & FORMAL SHOES
(714) 970-6380
www.weddingtennies.com

WHITE WEDDING/TOO CUTE
7028 Greenleaf Ave.
Whittier, CA 90602
(562) 789-2817
www.weddingandafter.com
www.toocutefootwear.com

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DALLAS/FORT WORTH RECEPTION SITES

2010-10-25T17:26:00.001-07:00

AGUILAR EVENTS
715 Ryan Plaza Dr Suite 102
Arlington, TX 76011
(817) 902-1110
(817) 902-1110
www.aguilarevents.com

CITYPLACE
2711 N Haskell Ave
Dallas
(214) 515-5103
chgcityplace.com

CLARION HOTEL PARK CENTRAL
8102 Lyndon B Johnson
Dallas
(972) 960-6555
www.clarionparkcentral.com

CROWNE PLAZA PARK CENTRAL SUITES
7800 Alpha Rd
Dallas
(972) 233-7600
www.cpdallas.com

CROWNE PLAZA DALLAS MARKET CENTER
7050 N Stemmons Frwy
Dallas
(214) 259-0503

DAVE & BUSTER'S/CENTRAL
8021 Walnut Hill Lane
Dallas
(214) 361-5553
www.daveandbusters.com

HILTON GARDEN INN DALLAS/DUNCANVILLE
800 N. Main Street
Duncanville
(972) 283-9777

HILTON GARDEN INN DALLAS/LEWISVILLE
785 SH 121 Bypass
Lewisville
(972) 459-4600

HILTON DALLAS/ROCKWALL
2055 Summer Lee Dr
Rockwall
(214) 771-3700

HOLIDAY INN GARLAND NORTH
5110 N George Bush Frwy
Garland, TX 75040
(972) 495-1144
www.holidayinn.com

HYATT PLACE DALLAS/GARLAND
5101 North President George Bush Highway
Garland
(972) 414-3500

III FORKS
17776 Dallas Pkwy
Dallas (972) 267-1776
www.iiiforks.com

MARRIOTT DALLAS MARKET CENTER
2493 N Stemmons Frwy
Dallas
(214) 905-0050

MERCADO EVENT CENTER
1500 N. Main St.
Fort Worth, TX 76164

IBEW LOCAL UNION 20
684 W. Tarrant Rd.
Grand Prairie, TX 75050
(817) 902-1110
(817) 902-1111
www.mercadoevencenter.com

METROPLEX SPORTSERVICE RANGERS BALL PARK IN ARLINGTON
1090 Ballpark Way
Arlington
(817) 795-8838
www.txbaseball.com

ROSI'S FERGUSON CAFE
219 Ferguson Village Ctr
Dallas
(214) 320-9143

THE PALACE EVENTS
9011 W John Carpenter Frwy Ste 106
Dallas, TX 75247
(214) 336-2723

THE ELLINGTON ROOM
3515 Ellington St
Dallas
(214) 381-7411

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8 WAYS TO SAVE ON YOUR HONEYMOON

2010-10-18T16:05:00.000-07:00

Very excited because I just went all over the southwest to find the best places for a memorable honeymoon, here in the United States. Check out the article in our next issue of Latino Bride & Groom. Since I am in honeymoon mode, I decided to give you some pointers on how to save for your first trip as husband and wife.

1. Plan well in advance to get the best deals. Particularly right now with the way the economy is, there are deals out there which are very, very good, but you have to know where to look for them. And, as soon as you see them, jump on them.

2. Travel agents can suggest lower-priced alternatives, for example instead of a Caribbean honeymoon they might suggest a Mayan Riviera because of the savings in airfare.

3. Exercise caution with online booking. You have to be diligent to find online deals, since these can come and go quickly. Many "deals" are just teasers to lure you to a site. If you book, make sure you get what was advertised.

4. Avoid peak periods such as summer vacation, spring break, and holidays. Airfares and accommodations are greatly reduced in the offseason. Save on airfare by traveling Monday through Thursday.

5. Consider all-inclusive resorts or cruises.

6. Honeymoon close to home, hence my article on the beautiful southwest.

7. A honeymoon registry can help finance your trip. You might want to shorten your wedding registry and include your honeymoon registry as an option.

8. A scaled-back honeymoon is better than no honeymoon. "It is nice to have a honeymoon, because once you start your life together, there's too much that can get in the way: jobs, kids, obligations," said Ana Garcia, wife and mother of two. "A honeymoon is a lovely start to your life together."

Check out our honeymoon specialists!

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YOUR WEDDING-DAY TUNES

2010-09-10T17:31:00.000-07:00

Your Wedding-Day Tunes
By Ofelia Hernandez

If you are like many other couples that do not know where to begin in looking for their wedding day music and entertainment? No need to worry, our music expert, Michael Duarte from Musical Services is here to give you a helping hand with tips and answers to your frequently asked questions.

Starting the Play List
Music is a very important aspect of your wedding. It walks with you down the aisle for the marriage ceremony, accompanies you when you leave the ceremony as husband and wife, and entertains your guests throughout the reception. With this in mind, Duarte recommends, “Searching for entertainers at least 3-6 months in advance. Sit down with them and find out if they use professional equipment, wireless microphones, do they have reliable transportation, do they use a format, are they flexible to the events and music, do they have appropriate attire for the reception, and most importantly do they use a contract.”
Now when it comes to creating the palette of tu musica they are 3 important things that Duarte wants you to keep in mind, “One, try to keep it as "classy" as possible, two, the music you choose for the events at the reception will give it the feeling of class, organization and fun, and three, try to work with the entertainer to perform music that everyone can enjoy.” Remember that the music you pick will set the mood of the wedding and it should reflect and complement the personality of the couple.

Coordinate Your Selection
If you plan on getting married in a religious ceremony remember to check with the church officials before selecting your music. There may be limitations on the music and instrumentation that is allowed to be used. Now, for your wedding reception party, you can select any songs that you both like, and not forgetting tus abuelito’s music either, this will make it memorable for everyone attending.

Duarte mentions, “The easiest way to coordinate the events is to sit down with the entertainer and have that person lay out a format for the events. Try to be flexible, create a timeline and take the serving of the food into strong consideration.” He adds, “For the events themselves, choose a happy song for the Grand Entrance ex. “Love and Marriage” from Sinatra, “Sugar, Sugar” from The Archies for the Cake Cutting. Slow songs for the Money Dance and dance music for the Bouquet/Garter Toss. Your First Dance Song should be a love song picked by the both of you, but keep it short.”

Enjoy the Rhythms
Greet your guest by having the music playing before they arrive, so that your event looks planned and organized. Many times guests see the poorly planned things and will remember them regardless of how well the rest of the day goes. In order to avoid this, Duarte suggests you to communicate with your entertainer at least 3 times before your wedding, “One at the initial meeting, where you should lay out plans for the events of the day and the music, two, at least 1 month before the reception, when a contract should be completed and you should be choosing your music and discussing the list of events, and finally, at least 1-2 weeks before the big day to finalize all music choices, the format, and discuss any details that you two might want to add.”
Some final and important thoughts from Duarte, “Try to keep it fun. Play all types of music and play music for everyone. It's a celebration of a union between two lovers and their families. If you play all types of music, the crowd will dance and everyone will remember this reception long after the music has stopped.”

Previously featured in Latino Bride & Groom magazine.

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ACCESSORIZING FOR YOUR BIG DAY

2010-09-08T19:01:00.000-07:00

You finally decided on your ideal dress, you love the style and it makes you look great, but how can you accessorize and complete the whole look? Here at LBG, we consistently look for the latest looks and accessories are perfect to adding your unique touch.

Necklaces

Add a necklace to enhance your décolleté and emphasize your personal style, for a strapless dress style a smaller necklace or choker complements well. A longer necklace works best on spaghetti strap dresses, see these styles from jlmcouture.com. Avoid using necklaces on high neck dress styles and dresses with an intricate neckline, go for a headpiece instead.

Hairpieces

Just as mentioned hairpieces are perfect finish touches to elaborate dress styles and they also add a special detail to your hairstyle. Plus, it is a great way to complement certain dress details, such as rhinestone motifs or lace patterns. Instead of the traditional long veil, you can use this small veil style from Maria Elena Headpieces, see bottom right image above, found at jobynasbridal.com. This same style shows the headband worn as a belt.

Check out our Accessory Vendors to help you with your bridal accents!

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LATINO THEMED WEDDINGS

2010-08-25T16:51:00.000-07:00

Latino Theme Weddings: A throw back to Traditions
¡Felicidades! You're getting married. We've got some great ideas with Latin Flair to help make your fiesta fabulous.

¿A Donde Casarse? (Where to Marry)
Choose a meaningful spot for your wedding. Look for a place that holds Latin-American significance, such as a cultural museum, an important church, a historical site, or a Latin-owned restaurant. Or look for a site with a Latin feel, like a Spanish mission, a hacienda, or even the tropical foliage in a local botanical garden. And don't forget about the decorations: use brightly colored linens, flowers, and pottery. You can even hang piñatas from the ceiling. At Puerto Rican weddings, a doll dressed in a bridal gown is placed at the head table.

Para La Novia (For the Bride)
Trying to decide on your vestido de bodas (wedding dress)? For a subtle Latin feel consider wearing a dramatic mantilla veil, or a slim dress with a bolero jacket. Or look for a dress with Flamenco-style ruffles at the hem. Need something blue? Brides in many Latin-American countries wear a light blue petticoat or slip beneath their dresses. White not your color? Well, in Spain, brides wear black dresses to show their devotion until death. Touches of red and black, for both bride and groom, also add a Latin touch. But, if this seems like too much for you to handle, consider dressing your wedding party in red and black. Check out our Bridal Gown Gallery!

La Procesión (The Procession)
Who's walking you down the aisle? At Argentinean weddings as well as many Latin countries, her father escorts the bride. There are no bridesmaids or groomsmen, and only the couple's parents and padrinos stand with them at the altar.

Arras (Coins)
During Catholic ceremonies in Spain, Panama, and Mexico, the groom presents the bride with 13 gold coins, known as Arras, to represent his ability to support the bride. The coins are blessed by the priest and passed through the hands of the newlyweds several times, ending up with the bride. Want to make the ritual a little more balanced? Consider giving each other coins, to symbolize shared responsibility.

Los Anillos (The Rings)
Not everyone waits until their big day to get their wedding bands. In Chile, engaged couples wear rings on their right hand until they are married and switch to the left hand after the wedding. Argentinean couples also exchange rings when they get engaged.

Madrinas y Padrinos (Godparents)
Throughout Latin America, specially chosen godparents guide couples through their wedding ceremony. In Mexico, madrinas and padrinos serve as wedding sponsors, supporting the couple both financially and spiritually. In Bolivia and Ecuador, compadres or compadrazgo are chosen either at birth or marriage. They play a large role in the wedding, and continue to support the couple throughout their lives.

Ate el Nudo (Tie the Knot)
In Guatemala, the couple binds themselves together during the ceremony with a silver rope. Mexican couples perform a similar ritual, where a rosary or white rope, el laso, is wound around their shoulders in a figure eight to symbolize their union. While the couple is bound together, the priest may recite the following: "Let the union of binding together this rosary of the Blessed Virgin Mary be an inspiration to you both. Remember the holiness necessary to preserve your new family can only be obtained by mutual sacrifice and love."

Bebidas (Drinks)
Time to celebrate! Have your bartender mix up a giant batch of sangria, a delicious punch made from a secret combination of wine, brandy, sugar, fruit, and seltzer. Or serve a selection of Latin-American cocktails such as Caipirinha, a Brazilian potion of fresh lime juice, sugar, and sugar cane liquor; and the time-tested Cuban favorite, rum and Coke. As for wine, Chile, Argentina, and Spain all produce excellent white, red, and sparkling wines. For non-alcoholic drinks, Mexican sodas come in a variety of tropical flavors, and batidos are popular fruit shakes made from fresh fruit, ice and milk. And don't forget to serve some strong cafe con leche with your wedding cake.

Comidas Latinas (Latino Food)
For appetizers, try pastelitos, Puerto Rican meat patties, or empanadas, Colombian pastries stuffed with meat and vegetables. Spanish tapas make perfect appetizers. These bite-sized morsels come in an astounding variety, such as pickles, olives, spicy veggies, cheeses, omelets, garlic shrimp, and chunks of grilled peasant bread. For real Latin-American flavor set up stations of make-your-own fajitas and tacos. Other must-have dishes include rice and beans, paella, arroz con pollo (chicken with rice), ropa vieja (beef stew), and plantains (fried bananas). And for dessert? Flan, of course. This delicious custard made from milk, eggs, vanilla, and caramelized sugar is the perfect way to end the night. In Mexico, Panama, and throughout the Caribbean, traditional wedding cakes are made with nuts and dried fruit, and are soaked in lots of rum. Check out our Caterer Vendors!

Bailemos (Let's Dance)
There is an endless variety of Latin music to choose from: salsa, merengue, mambo, flamenco, and samba, to name just a few. For a really dramatic first dance, take some tango lessons before your big day, and surprise your guests with a performance. Hire a Mexican mariachi group or Cuban big band to get everyone dancing. Before the dancing really begins at Mexican weddings, guests gather around the couple in a heart-shaped ring. Cuban and other Latin weddings often include a money dance, in which each man who dances with the bride attaches money to her gown.

Recuerdos (Gift Favors)
In Puerto Rico, small favors, called capias, are presented to the guests in a receiving line. They are made of feathers tied with ribbon and printed with the couple's names and wedding date. For your wedding, you can give guests little Mexican wedding cookies wrapped in tulle, Spanish fans, a volume of Pablo Neruda's love poems, or note cards with paintings by Frida Kahlo or Diego Rivera tied with ribbon. If you're up for it, the little bride and groom skeletons used during the Mexican holiday Día de los Muertos (Day of the Dead, which is really a celebration of life) would be perfect favors.

¿Donde Están? (Where Are They?)
Can't wait for the honeymoon to begin? Well, in Venezuela, it isn't uncommon for a couple to sneak away from their own reception. But no one gets upset once they discover the newlyweds are missing -- it's actually considered good luck.

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2010-08-23T19:57:00.000-07:00

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WEDDING RECEPTION MESS-UPS

2010-08-16T13:01:00.000-07:00

I have been to several weddings and I agree that the bride and groom should have the wedding just the way they want it. Yet, you also have to keep in mind that you are the host of your event and you would want your guests to feel invited and comfortable in the celebration of your pledge together. Learn from the following so that your reception runs as smooth as possible.

Dishing out Money to Attend
While your wedding needn’t be a drink fest, let’s face it: Nobody likes a cash bar. It’s essentially saying, “Pay to celebrate our love”! If your budget is tight, consider pouring lower-priced wines and beer, with top-shelf options available for purchase. Another way to save when it comes to alcohol is with a signature cocktail instead of a full bar -- fun, festive, and friendlier on the bottom line.

Big Journey, Small Bites
Destination weddings are lovely but can be pricey for guests. If people are traveling long distances or overseas for your wedding, they’ve earned themselves a sit-down meal. As destination weddings tend to be more intimate, consider a seated dinner or buffet instead of a variety of botanas -- your jet-lagged guests will thank you.

All Fried Food
While antojitos Latinos are delicious, flavorful, and hard-to-resist (Sopes! Fried Empanadas! Refried Beans!), try to avoid a menu that’s excessively fatty. Include a few healthful appetizers into the rotation to give your diet-conscious guests a break -- and potentially more energy on the dance floor.

No Veggie Option
According to an April 2008 poll, 3.2 percent of Americans claim to be vegetarians, and 10 percent claim to follow a "vegetarian-inclined" diet. So, for the sake of 3-10 percent of your guests, try to incorporate a meat-free entree option or a few hearty veggie-friendly sides and appetizers.

Wedding Reception Purgatory
Standing in a hotel courtyard or milling in front of a church, overdressed, underfed, sneaking a glance at your watch while making pained small talk. While logistics of event planning vary, the bride and groom should take care to ensure that guests are not left waiting for an hour or more with nothing to do, eat, or drink.

Don’t Cut Corners on Food
I once attended a very elegant wedding, the bride wore a designer dress, the groom looked straight out of GQ, and the venue was to die for. Yet, I could not believe that in the duration of this five-hour affair, I was only able to nimble on mini-squash empanadas, chicken skewers, and tomato basil florets. My thought, en route to the nearest drive-through on the way home: Being frugal is fine, but don't skimp on the food.

The Wedding Cake Face Smash
A curious tradition indeed. The bride and groom cut the cake under the joyous gaze of friends, family, and possibly religious figures, and then, to cement the union, the groom smashes a handful of pricey pastel on the (impeccably made-up) bride. Who started this? Who actually enjoys this uneasy ritual? My humble opinion: Save the frosting frolicking for the honeymoon.

To avoid these and other wedding mess-ups, check out the latest Latino Bride & Groom magazine for the FAQ answered.

Do you have any wedding pet peeves, horror stories, or, on the bright side, standout wedding experiences? Share with us in the comments section below!

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FOODS THAT BOOST BEAUTY

2010-08-04T19:59:00.001-07:00

For your big day, you want to look the best and what you eat makes a big difference in your appearance. We researched and came up with eight great foods that boost a healthy complexion.

ORANGE VEGETABLES
RESTORE AND REGENERATE
Vegetables that are orange in color, like carrots and sweet potatoes, are rich in vitamin A, which restores and regenerates collagen.

WHITE TEA
SUPPORTS STRUCTURE
According to research conducted by Kingston University and Neal’s Yard Remedies, white tea may protect the structural proteins of the skin. It’s believed to prevent enzyme activity that breaks down collagen, contributing to lines and wrinkles.

BERRIES
WARD OFF DAMAGE
Blackberries and raspberries scavenge free radicals while simultaneously increasing collagen levels.

DARK GREEN VEGETABLES
REV UP COLLAGEN PRODUCTION
Rich in vitamin C, dark green vegetables like spinach and kale can rev up collagen production.

WATER-RICH VEGETABLES
KEY FOR COLLAGEN PRODUCTION
Vegetables like cucumber and celery have high sulfur content, which is important in collagen production. Collagen can’t be produced if sulfur isn’t present.

FISH
CREATES STRONGER CELLS
Fish like tuna and salmon are loaded with omega-3 fatty acids. A fatty membrane that protects them will then surround skin cells. When the cells are healthy, they are able to support the structure of the skin.

SOY
BLOCKS AGING
Whether sourced from soy milk, cheese or tofu, soy contains genistein (plant hormones that serve as antioxidants), which prompts collagen production and helps to block enzymes.

RED VEGETABLES
NATURAL FORM OF SPF
Tomatoes, peppers and beets contain the antioxidant lycopene. “Lycopene also acts as a natural sun block, protecting the skin from damage while increasing collagen levels,” explains New York City nutritionist Brooke Alpert.

Eating from this list will give you a radiance that your fiancé will love. You will want to keep this regime throughout your life for a brilliant look for all your anniversaries to come.

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CONTACT THE SALES & MARKETING OF LBG

2010-07-30T19:08:00.000-07:00

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CONTACT THE EDITORS OF LATINO BRIDE & GROOM

2010-07-30T18:29:00.000-07:00

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Send us your questions and comments and you could be featured in Latino Bride & Groom magazine or latinobrideandgroom.com.

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- Wedding date
- City and State in which the wedding took place
- The photographer's contact information
- Digital photos of the event

Send submissions via e-mail.

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TUXEDO AND SUIT GALLERY

2010-07-30T16:44:00.000-07:00

Tuxedos by After Six Formal Wear

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BEAUTY ILLUSIONS

2010-07-28T16:32:00.003-07:00

BEAUTY ILLUSIONS
Art of Make-Up and Hair
1712 W Beverly Blvd Ste 103
Montebello (323) 574-1967
beautyillusions08@yahoo.com

BEAUTY ILLUSIONS

2010-07-28T16:32:00.002-07:00

BEAUTY ILLUSIONS
Art of Make-Up and Hair
1712 W Beverly Blvd Ste 103
Montebello (323) 574-1967
beautyillusions08@yahoo.com

BEAUTY ILLUSIONS

2010-07-28T16:32:00.001-07:00

BEAUTY ILLUSIONS
Art of Make-Up and Hair
1712 W Beverly Blvd Ste 103
Montebello (323) 574-1967
beautyillusions08@yahoo.com

LBG NEWS - Latino Bride & Groom

2010-07-12T19:15:00.000-07:00

When it comes to getting advice on picking the perfect dress, trunk shows are a terrific way to see the latest collections, get great discounts and savings, get a chance to meet the designer, and get first hand answers to the collection and tips on finding your dress. Check out our Event Calendar for the upcoming trunk shows in your area.

Don't miss a chance to meet Ines Di Santo at Jobyna's Bridal by Ines Di Santo's trunk show, July 29-31 at The Americana at Brand. You will have the opportunity to see the latest collection not seen before and ask the designer for her expert advice.

Having trouble figuring out your wedding day hairstyle? Here are some of the latest tips and bridal hairstyles, from the classic French Twist to Half Up Half Down. A French Twist will work for a formal wedding and is created by folding the hair lengthwise, from a low ponytail to form a tight twist. This style can be worn with the bangs and hair framing the face smooth down for a sleek, sophisticated look or can also be worn loose, for a softer look.

The key to the Half Up Half Down hairstyle is a head full of healthy defined curls, which means no frizz. A curling iron or twirling strands of hair around your fingers and using a diffuser can help to achieve this look. You can add a flower or hairpin pushed toward the back so that your face and dress stand out.

Take a look at our Make-Up and Hair Specialists, they will help you with your ideal wedding look, you will find specialists like Beauty Illusions in Montebello that will provide at home service the day of your wedding! Talk about customer service.

Look out for our Summer issue that is filled with the hottest styles, skincare tips, 5 great cake trends, ideas on having an elegant reception, and how to achieve a relaxing honeymoon to name a few. Contact us with your questions and keep sending us your ideas and pictures.

LBG SPRING GROOM EDITORIAL

2010-07-07T15:49:00.000-07:00

Open publication - Free publishing - More tuxedos

YOUR REHEARSAL DINNER

2010-05-28T19:09:00.000-07:00

Your Rehearsal Dinner
By Lucy Torres

The rehearsal dinner. If this makes you think of one more thing in your to-do-list, don’t worry. In fact, the rehearsal dinner can be as low-key as you and your fiancé want it to be, ensuring you and your guests the perfect opportunity to relax before the big day.

Traditionally, the groom’s parents pay the bill on this one, but nowadays, the bride’s family may decide to do it, or both families might decide to share the cost. And the cost doesn’t have to be big. Many couples opt for casual barbeques, and some even decide to have their rehearsal dinner at local Mexican restaurants, see our Resource Guide for ideal places. Just try to vary the menu so guests won’t have to order the same meal two days in a row. But as long as your guests enjoy themselves, feel free to get creative with your rehearsal dinner ideas.

As for the guests, proper etiquette dictates you invite the bride and the groom’s immediate families as well as the wedding party, which includes bridesmaids, groomsmen, the best man, and maid of honor; if you like, you can also invite out-of-town relatives that you won’t get a chance to talk to during the actual wedding reception.

And finally, take this opportunity to thank everyone involved in the grueling process of wedding planning by giving toasts and gifts. While it’s generally the guests toasting the bride and groom, it’s also common courtesy to express your gratitude towards your wedding party’s efforts in helping you make your dream wedding come true.

Previously featured in Latino Bride & Groom magazine.

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FINDING THE PERFECT SHOES

2010-05-28T19:01:00.000-07:00

After fighting to find the ideal dress, now another similar battle approaches you: the perfect shoes, don’t worry and take notes.

There is not a single detail that is not important on your special day, but the selection of a good pair of shoes is indispensable. The day of your wedding you should, not only look impeccable with your dress and shoes, but also be comfortable enough to endure the night-long dancing and, also the back and forth of the all day celebration.

• THE STYLE – The most popular footwear for the brides are the shoes with straps around the ankle that show off your heel. And while some brides prefer them smooth and simple, according to Cindy Leiber of Wedding Tennies & Formal Shoes, "Others like for their shoes to match the beading on their dress."

• OPTIONS – If heels are not your thing, then you can buy slippers or special tennis shoes for brides. Leiber came about, for that reason, to give more options to the brides, with her tennis shoes and flip-flops, brides all over the world have a solution for comfortable footwear. She can even customize them to represent your own style!

• THE HEIGHT –The best thing is to opt for high shoes of medium height, so that you can show off your dress. If you decide to buy tennis shoes or flip-flops for the reception make sure that they are of the same height as the shoes from the ceremony. When you fit your gown, make sure that you have a shoe with the same type of heel that you will be wearing at your wedding.

• NEVER! – Wear the shoes the same day of the wedding before having broken them in. Several days before the wedding, walk with them around your house since this will help your shoes mold to your feet. Never buy shoes that will not match exactly to the hem of your dress.

Whether you pick shoes that are open or close toe, with straps, tennis shoes, or flip-flops, they should always complement your dress.

- By Lucy Torres

Previously featured in Latino Bride & Groom magazine.

PERFECT MAKE-UP PALETTE

2010-05-28T18:45:00.000-07:00

Perfect Make-Up Palette
By Gloria Guevara

You are going to look fabulous with these bridal makeup tips, but remember to stay true to yourself, and don't overdo it. The goal is to enhance your beauty, and not look like a complete stranger in photos . . .

◈ Have your eyebrows arched 3-5 days before the wedding. You may experience some redness after the procedure, and that can be difficult to cover up with concealer.
◈ I always recommend applying a little more eyeshadow and blush (not too much) because the flashbulb from the camera can soften your look in photos. The result will be more natural than you originally had that day.
◈ For lasting lips, use a lipstick with a matte finish. For a more glossy appearance, use a lipstick as the base, then apply a lipgloss on top.
◈ For lipsticks with a satin or luster finish, apply a light layer of powder over the lipstick first, then complete with another layer of lipstick. This is another excellent bridal makeup tip to achieve lasting lips.
◈ If you are applying your own makeup, schedule a trial-run with a beauty consultant and purchase your products at least 2-3 months in advance. Make sure he/she provides very detailed instructions about the application methods, and practice, practice, practice!
◈ Don’t forget the waterproof mascara for those weepy eyes!
◈ Keep your powder and lipstick in your purse in case you want to freshen up later in the evening.
◈ If you get a few pimples on your wedding day, just apply Visene (to get the red out) and cover it with a little bit of concealer afterwards. Don’t go overboard with the concealer because it can result in a very cakey appearance.
◈ It is a good idea to wear a button-down shirt before applying your makeup to avoid ruining the look later on. When slipping into your wedding dress, place a plastic shower cap over your face so that you don’t get makeup on your dress.
◈ Avoid shimmery and glittery looks – these looks do not photograph well because they will leave you with a very shiny appearance.
◈ For brighter eyes, line the inside of your lower lids (waterline) with a white pencil. This is one excellent bridal makeup tip!
◈ For a look that photographs well, wear a “matte” look in natural tones, and try to avoid trendy looks because they go out of style fast. Don’t wear frosted eyeshadows, because they appear too bright in photographs.
◈ If your wedding is in the morning, go for a more natural look. Evening weddings usually require warm and darker colors, but don't go overboard. Sensuality is the key!
◈ If your skin has a slightly green cast in the winter, a bronzing powder will give you a warm, tanned look. Don't forget to apply some color on the apples of your cheeks. Remember rosy colors -- not oranges -- work best in counteracting the green cast.
◈ Many Latino women naturally have a beautiful dark color to their lips, so deep lipsticks and softer colors look quite lovely.

YOUR PERFECT WEDDING DAY LOOK

2010-05-05T18:33:00.001-07:00

Your Perfect Wedding-Day Body
By Lala Sanchez

No bride wants to look less than her best on her wedding day, whether that means styling the perfect chignon, putting on flawless makeup, or getting rid of unflattering pre-wedding body bulges. Fortunately, there are ways to whip your body into shape so that when you stand in front of the mirror in your wedding gown, you'll see the bride you've always envisioned yourself to be.

Cardio
Cardio training is a crucial part of your wedding fitness; it speeds up the heart rate so that you can burn extra calories off your body. Activities like jogging, running, or swimming for at least half an hour a few times a week is definitely going to help you trim off some fat from your body and guarantee a leaner shape on your wedding day.

Resistance training
Resistance training is crucial for toning your upper body, which is what most people will first notice as you walk down the aisle. The easiest way to work out your arms and upper body is doing dumbbell reps, using resistance bands, or utilizing a weight machine so that you won't have to worry about jiggling arms as you toss your bouquet. Squats and lunges also help with toning your lower body if you plan on showing some leg in your dress.

Flexibility
Stretching is incredibly important after exercise, because it loosens the muscles and can really ease soreness after even a moderate regimen, especially if you're just getting started. Flexibility can also improve your overall fitness level, leaving you with more endurance to handle tougher exercise schedules.

Nutrition
The most important for any fitness plan is ultimately nutrition. Eating the right foods is crucial to maintaining a healthy body, and fulfills the most basic requirements for fat loss: burn more calories than you take in. That being said, stay away from Tia Berta’s fried tacos, butter on your flour tortillas, Abuelita’s flan, and those great Jarritos, which can all increase your fat. Instead, opt for healthier vegetables, oatmeal, and yogurt. Once you develop a daily eating routine, you'll see your health improve in weeks, and that carries over to your overall body figure.

While most brides wish they could focus all their energy on shaping and sculpting the perfect wedding figure, the truth is, there is still work and wedding plans to think about, leaving what seems like only a short break for doing a thirty-minute run. If you feel your motivation starting to dwindle, think about bringing aboard a fitness buddy – say, your fiancé – to help you stick to your fitness plan. Both of you can sign up for dance classes, so you'll be able to wow your guests with both a healthier figure and smooth moves on the dance floor. In addition, brides tend to expect miracles; don't. It's more realistic to lose a pound a week of fat. Anything more will only make you shave off weight from loss of water, making you look like a thinner version of your current self. If you go into your fitness plan with eyes wide open and stick to it, chances are, you'll still feel great about yourself when it's time to strut down the aisle.

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CLARION HOTEL ANAHEIM RESORT
626 W. Convention Way
Anaheim, CA 92802
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1500 S Raymond Ave
Fullerton, CA 92831
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21333 Hawthrone Blvd.
Torrance, CA 90503
(310) 765-4426
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701 West Beach Blvd.
Long Beach, CA 90831
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700 Queensway Drive
Long Beach, CA 90802
(526) 481-3897
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14299 Firestone Blvd
La Mirada, CA 90638
(714) 690-2121

SAN PEDRO FISH MARKET
1190 Nagoya Way
San Pedro, CA 90731
(310) 832-4251
www.sanpedrofishmarket.com

THE QUEEN MARY
1126 Queens highway
Long Beach (562) 499-1619
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LOS ANGELES RECEPTION SITES

2010-03-31T18:39:00.001-07:00

COURTYARD BY MARRIOTT LA WESTSIDE
6333 Bristol Pkwy.
Culver City (310) 590-215
www.courtyardlawestside.com

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700 W. Huntington Drive
Monrovia (626) 357-5211

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924 W Huntington Dr.
Monrovia, CA 91016
(626) 357-2900
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5990 Green Valley Circle
Culver City, CA 90230
(310) 641-7740
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482 N. Garfield Avenue
Montebello, CA 90640
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5711 W Century Blvd.
Los Angeles, CA 90045
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168 S Los Robles Ave
Pasadena, CA 91101
(626) 577-100
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555 Universal Terrace Parkway
Universal City, CA 91608-1001
(818) 506-2020
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1175 N. Lake Avenue
Pasadena, CA 91104
(626) 398-9898
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(562) 864-6867
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530 W Pico Blvd
Santa Monica, (310) 399-2504

THE WILSHIRE HOTEL
3515 Wilshire Blvd
Los Angeles, CA 90010
(213) 381-7411
www.thewilshirehotel.com

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A POLICY THAT RINGS TRUE

2010-02-22T21:23:00.000-08:00

If you've recently gotten engaged, just like the other 10% of all couples that got engaged on Valentine's Day, you're probably busy starting to plan your wedding. Don't forget one important (I must add not as less exciting) task: insuring your engagement ring. Although your homeowners or renters policy covers your belongings, there are usually limits on certain high-value items. You can protect your ring (and other valuable items) by adding an endorsement to your policy that either increases the limit or insures a specific item.

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2010-02-15T12:08:00.000-08:00

February, the month of love and romance...flowers and chocolate...

Enjoying your time with your fiancé? Well, bring him along to these upcoming events!

February 18: Party Rental King is hosting Sweetest Perfection, a walk through the whimsical garden of life!

February 21: Bellisima Bridal Show in Hyatt, Valencia
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March 6-7: Taylor's Lace Bridal is having a La Sposa Trunk Show at Taylor's Lace Bridal Salon! Open to everyone and is FREE with hourly raffles, fashion show, and local vendors!

March 21: Here Come the Brides Bridal Show in Crystal Ballroom, Laguna Hills

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DOUBLETREE HOTEL CLAREMONT

2010-01-11T13:58:00.001-08:00

This unique location is situated in the beautiful little and eclectic town of Claremont, California. This wonderful site offers its guest an outdoor courtyard with cascading waterfall that makes the perfect spot for either your wedding ceremony or your cocktail party! The botel boasts three separate ballrooms, the largest being able to accommodate up to 250 guests. The Doubltree Hotel Claremont, nested in the foothills of the beautiful San Gabriel Mountains between Southern California's dynamic Inland Empire and the Los Angeles Basin on Historic Route 66, is just blocks from the seven Claremont Colleges and ten miles from Ontario International Airport (ONT).

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2009-12-07T15:09:00.000-08:00

So you’ve popped the question, and she actually said yes! You thought your part was over, but hold on there wild stallion you’re not out of the gate yet! Nothing shows off a beautiful bride and your devotion, like a well-kept groom. Your wedding is a once in a lifetime chance to honor the woman you love in a way she’ll remember forever! So don’t blow it! If you’ve already started sweating, take a deep breath. You’ve come to the right place. We’ve got everything you need.

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A groundbreaking publication, LATINO BRIDE AND GROOM (LBG) celebrates the culture and traditions of Latinos in the U.S. while providing an indispensable wedding guide to enhance and blend their upbringings into their wedding day. We also reach a wide readership of influential Americans who are anxious to learn more about Latino culture and customs.

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GUIDE TO PROPER GROOMING

2009-11-20T13:48:00.000-08:00

Guide to Proper Grooming

Carlos Benavides

You and your fiancé have checked off the wedding checklist, the wedding venue is secured, the florist knows exactly which flowers your loved one wants, you just finished the cake tasting and you can’t wait for your guests to take a bite out of yours...Now what about you getting the tips on how to look your very best on the long-awaited day!

Clean Shaven
”It's all about shaving with the grain in the spots where you get irritated,” says Joseph Garcia, MD, a dermatologist who also treats many grooms. He suggests using a lubricating shave gel (not foam) on wet skin, and letting it soak in for a few minutes to straighten the follicle. Then shave with a manual - not electric - blade.

Out of Control Follicles
The best way to handle out-of-control eyebrows is to wax, if you can be a man and handle a little pain. Waxed hairs take longer to grow back and, when they eventually do, they'll grow in thinner and sparser. You could also undertake the painstaking (and we mean pain) process of plucking the bridge of your nose. If pain isn't your game, ask your barber to trim your brows with a pair of scissors. Whatever you do, don't shave your brows - you'll just be asking for unsightly stubble and ingrown hairs.

Unwanted Breakouts
”If your acne feeds on stress, you may need to ward off an attack a week in advance by taking a prescription steroid like Prednisone,” says Dr. Garcia. If it's too late and those unwanted breakouts have already arrived, a dermatologist can give you a cortisone cream to immediately reduce swelling and redness. Can't get to a doctor? An over-the-counter topical cream with sulfur will dry out the spot. Dr. Garcia suggests a tinted solution like Rezamid or Liquimat to conceal while it heals.

Excessive Sweating
Technically called hyperhidrosis, an overabundance of perspiration on your armpits and palms is often triggered by stressful situations (yes, getting married could fall into that category). When over-the-counter products don't work, you may need a serious prescription antiperspirant. Drysol is one of the most popular brands.