LAB 2014 FW - Updated

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Editor in Chief
Devon Mercurio
Sales & Marketing Director

Lisa Mercurio
562.304.6198
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Jimmy Mercurio
Margaret Loya
Bridal Fair Team

Lexy James
Fran Pisciotta
Jenel Lopez
Anissa Martinez
Aubray Zell
Madison Jones
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Graphic Design
L.A. BRIDAL Design Team
Covershoot Contributors
Wedding Gown Designer
Florist
Photographer
Venue
Makeup/Hairstylist
Jewelers
Veil Weights
Model
Elyse Reuben Custom Couture

Flowers by Sam
Cameron Taylor Photography
Marriott Marina Del Rey
Sweet Smiles Artistry
Sarah Leonard Fine Jewelers
Save the Veil
Cayla Unverzagt
Contributing Photographers

Jenna Norman Photography
Captured in a Flash Photography
Maple & Elm Photography
Lin & Jirsa Photography
Harvard Photography
Contributing Writers
Fergie Rosales
Website Design
MrMontoya.com
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Letter from the Editor
Countdown to Your Perfect Wedding
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Rea l We ddings
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Eric & Julie Schweers

Harvard Photography
20 Covershoot 2014
46 Real Weddings
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Lin & Jirsa Photography
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Destination Wedding Resources
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Stitches of Love
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How to Incorporate
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Wedding Location for You
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Congratulations on your engagement!

The question you are thinking leads to..Now what?
Well most of us think..Now let the planning begin!
But I want to take this time to encourage you and your fianc to enjoy your engagement!
After the excitement and joy with announcing your engagement to family & friends, take some
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Go on a mini vacation even if its close to home.
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Our Favorite Wedding Details

Details! Details! Details!
Dont be afraid to put your very own unique touch into

your wedding. With the current rising and changing culture,
having a traditional wedding is not expected. Let your
wedding be an expression of you and your fianc.
1 Theresa added her very own vintage

style floral headpiece for her romantic
backyard wedding
2 Julie was bold by changing traditional

white wedding shoes for stylish teal
heels to match her color scheme on her
wedding day.
3 Brittany showed her glamorous

personality by spicing up and glitzing her
wedding ring finger.
4 Some couples pour sand into a vase or

smash a glass as a symbol of uniting their
marriage. Billy & Suni, our country couple,
branded their initials onto a piece of
homemade furniture to be used in their
future home together.
Wedding Planning Checklist

12+ months
Congratulations! Announce engagement.
Choose a date.
Talk budget and determine who is contributing what.
Decide on wedding style.
Choose wedding party: Maid of Honor and
Bridesmaids, Best Man and Groomsmen, Flower Girl
and Ring Bearer.
Create a wedding website.
Get engagement ring insured and consider
purchasing wedding insurance.
Take engagement photo.
Personalize and order Save the Date.
Begin compiling guest list.
Research ceremony and reception venues.
Research wedding planner and vendors:
photographer, videographer, caterer, and musicians.
Research wedding dress and veil styles.
Sign up for Pinterest and create wedding style/idea
boards. Start pinning!
Subscribe to L..A. BRIDAL e-newsletter.
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10-12 months
Mail Save the Dates.
Research florists.
Choose bridesmaids & Maid of Honor attire
and accessories.
Book ceremony and reception venues.
Book officiant.
Book photographer, videographer, caterer,
musicians, and planner.
Purchase wedding dress and veil.
Establish a fitness routine.
Establish a skin care/beauty routine.
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8-10 months
Research three hotels for out-of-town guests.
Finalize guest list.
Register at three national retailers.
Book florist.
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6-8 months
Research Wedding Invitation designs.
Research Favors and Thank You Cards.
Research wedding day hair and makeup styles.
Meet with officiant to discuss plans for ceremony.
Reserve rentals: chairs, linens, lighting, dcor, etc.
Begin planning honeymoon.
Choose cake style and schedule tastings.
Choose groomsmen attire.
Book ceremony musicians.
Book transportation to and from venues.
Purchase wedding bands.
Personalize and order Wedding Invitations
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4-6 months
Choose flowers: wedding party, venues,
cake, attendants.
Plan welcome baskets for out-of-town guests.
Schedule dress fittings.
Prepare {play/do not play} playlists for DJ/band.
Book honeymoon flights and hotels.
Book room for wedding night.
Order wedding cake.
Order Wedding Invitations.
Order Favors & Thank You Cards.
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3 months
Plan ceremony and reception seating arrangements.
Experiment with hair and veil with stylist.
Finalize readers and readings.
Book rehearsal dinner venue.
Purchase: toasting flutes, serving pieces,
guestbook, flower basket and ring-bearer pillow.
Finalize reception menu.
Order Menu Cards.
Order Rehearsal Dinner Invitations.
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2 months
Mail Invitations.
Develop system for organizing RSVPs.
Begin writing vows.
Review ceremony details with officiant.
Lay out the content for Wedding Programs.
Apply for marriage license: order 2-3 extra.
Finalize wedding day timeline.
Finalize seating arrangements.
Finalize playlists with musicians.
Finalize fittings and attire for wedding party
and parents.
Create wedding day schedule and send to
vendors and officiant.
Create honeymoon itinerary for family at home.
Decide Something Old, New, Borrowed, Blue.
Book spa and beauty treatments for you and
bridal party.
Book wedding day transportation.
Purchase gifts for attendants.
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1 month
Call vendors to confirm date, times and location.
Final dress fitting.
Confirm honeymoon reservations.
Pick up wedding rings.
Pick up marriage license.
Pack for honeymoon.
Write Thank You notes as gifts are received.
Order Wedding Programs.
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2 weeks
Follow up with guests who havent yet RSVPd.
Give final count to caterer.
Update registries.
Begin breaking in wedding shoes.
Make arrangements for the caring of pets
and plants while on honeymoon.
Get final haircut and color.
Get playlists to DJ/Musicians.
Delegate wedding day duties: gift table,
guestbook, etc.
Delegate someone to return tuxes, rentals and
tend to wedding dress.
Send directions to wedding day
limo/transportation driver.
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1 week
Prepare final payments to vendors + cash tips for
service personnel.
Prepare wedding day emergency kit.
Lay out wedding clothes.
Give readers their scripts, if necessary.
Give photographer and videographer your image
and video requests.
Get spa treatments for you and the bridal party.
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The Day Before
Deliver welcome baskets.
Get Mani/Pedi/Massage.
Attend wedding rehearsal.
Have fun at the rehearsal dinner.
Get to bed at a decent hour!
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Wedding Day
Eat a good breakfast!
Allow yourself plenty of time to get ready.
Give wedding rings and officiant fee to Best Man.
Congratulations! ENJOY the Day!
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After the Wedding
Return tuxes, rentals.
Get wedding dress to preservationist or cleaners.
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After the Honeymoon
Send Thank You Cards as soon as possible.
Enjoy your marriage!
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Location
G = Garden
P = Patio
Starting
V = View
price
per Ceremony Indoor Outdoor
Max
W = Water Front
R= Rooftop Capacity Person ($) Area Avail. Facilities Facilities
Y = Yes for category, * = Call for more details
Belamar HoteL
3501 N. Sepulveda Blvd, Manhattan Beach

310.750.0300, thebelamar.com
Beverly Hilton
9876 Wilshire Boulevard, Beverly Hills

310. 274.7777, beverlyhilton.com
Casa Torres
12341 San Fernando Rd. Sylmar 91342

818.365.9695 / palaciotorres.com
California Yacht Club
4469 Admiralty Way, Marina Del Rey

310.448.4771 , calyachtclub.com
Carondelet House
627 S Carondelet St, Los Angeles

323.466.1835, carondelethouse.com
Casa Del Mar
1910 Ocean Way, Santa Monica

310.581.5533, hotelcasadelmar.com
Crowne Plaza Beverly Hills
1150 South Beverly Drive, Los Angeles

310.553.6561, mybeverlyhillshotel.com
Crowne Plaza LAX
5985 W. Century Blvd, Los Angeles

310.258.1334, crowneplazalax.com
Doubletree by Hilton
6161 West Centinela Ave. Culver City, 310.348.4515,

losangeleswestside.doubletreebyhilton.com
Doubletree by Hilton
222 N Vineyard Ave., Ontario

909.937.0900 doubletreebyhilton.com
Dukes
21150 Pacific Coast Hwy, Malibu

310.317.6204, www.dukesmalibu.com
Earl Burns Miller Japanese Garden CSULB
6300 State University Drive, Long Beach

562.985.2239, www.csulb.edu/~jgarden
Fairmont Hotel
101 Wilshire Boulevard, Santa Monica

310.576.7777, www.fairmont.com/santamonica
Fess Parker
633 East Cabrillo Boulevard Santa Barbara, CA 93103

805-884-8515 www.fpdtr.com
Gladstone
17300 Pacific Coast Hwy, Pacific Palisades

310.454.3474, www.sbe.com/gladstones
Hilton Pasadena
168 South Los Robles Ave, Pasadena

626.584.3170, www.hilton.com
Outside
Rehearsals
Catering
Post
Permitted Wedding
G, P
125
$$
G, P
1200
$$$
300
P,V,W
250
$$
G,P,W
150
$$
G,P,V,W
320
$$$
300
G,P,
675
$$
G,P
400
900
$$
V,W
250
G, P
165
G, P, V
450
$$$
G,P,V,W
750
$$
G,P,V,W
200
G,P
700
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Y
Y
Y
Y
Y
Y
Y
Y
$$
$$

Location
G = Garden
P = Patio
Starting
V = View
price
Max
W = Water Front
Hilton Ontario Airport
700 N. Haven Ave. Ontario

909.980.0400 hhontario.com
Hilton San Garbiel
225 West Valley. San Gabriel

626.270.2700, hilton.com
Hilton Woodland Hills
6360 Canoga Avenue, Woodland Hills

818. 444.2586, woodlandhillshotel.com
Hyatt Regency Century Plaza
2025 Avenue of the Stars, Los Angeles

310.228.1234 centuryplaza.hyatt.com
Long Beach Museum of Art

2300 East Ocean Boulevard,Long Beach
lbma.org (562) 439-2119
Hyatt Westlake Village
880 S. Westlake Blvd., Westlake Village

818.889.1460, westlake.hyatt.com
Outside
Rehearsals
Catering
Post
Permitted Wedding
450
$$
P,G
530
$$
450
$$
V, W
1500
$$
G,P,V,W
300
$$
G,P
200
$$
G, V
650
$$$
G,P
400
G, P
1200
800
$$
500
$$
P,V
360
$$
P,G,V
450
$$$$
G,P
375
G,P,V
600
V, W
500
Y
Y
Langham Huntington Hotel

1401 S Oak Knoll Ave, Pasadena, CA 91106
(626) 568-3900 / pasadena.langhamhotels.com
Long Beach Marriott
4700 Aiport Plaza Dr.Long Beach CA 90815

562 627 8055 / lbmarriott.com
Los Angeles Marriott Burbank
2500 North Hollywood Way, Burbank

818.840.6487, www.marriott.com
Majestic Hall
650 South Spring Street, LA

213.278.7162 www.majestichalls.com
Marriott Anaheim
700 West Convention Way, Anaheim

714.748.2461, marriott.com
4100 Admiralty Way Marina Del Rey

310.448.4890, www.marriott.com
Montage Beverly Hills
225 North Canon Drive, Beverly Hills

310.860.7800, www.montagebeverlyhills.com
Museum of Latin American Art
628 Alamitos Avenue, Long Beach

562.437.1689, www.molaa.com
Pacific Palms Hotel & Conference Center
One Industry Hills Pkwy, City of Industry

626.854.2315, www.pacificpalmsresort.com
Queen Mary
1126 Queens Highway, Long Beach,

562.499.1749 www.queenmary.com
Y
Y
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Location
G = Garden
P = Patio
Starting
V = View
price
Max
W = Water Front
Renaissance Long Beach
111 E. Ocean Boulevard, Long Beach 562.437.5900

www.renaissancelongbeach.com
Riviera Country Club
1250 Capri Drive, Pacific Palisades,

310.454.6591 www.therivieracountryclub.com
Saddle Peak Lodge

419 Cold Canyon Road, Calabasas, CA 91302
(818) 222-3888 / saddlepeaklodge.com
Sheraton Cerritos
12725 Towne Center Court Dr, Cerritos

sheratoncerritos.com
Sheraton Delfina Santa Monica
530 Pico Boulevard, Santa Monica

310.399.9344, www.sheratondelfina.com
Sheraton Pasadena Hotel
303 East Cordova St, Pasadena

626.449.4000, sheratonpasadena.com/
Shutters
1 Pico Blvd, Santa Monica

310.458.0030, www.shuttersonthebeach.com
SLS Hotel Beverly Hills
465 South La Cienega Boulevard, Los Angeles,

310.247.0400, slshotel.com
The Loft on Pine

230 Pine Avenue Long Beach
facebook.com/TheLoftOnPine (562) 888-2303
Taglyan Cultural Complex
1201 N. Vine St., LA

323.978.0005 www.taglyancomplex.com
Outside
Rehearsals
Catering
Post
Permitted Wedding
P,V
450
$$
G, P, V
500
$$$
G, P, V
200
$$
220
$$
P,V
300
$$$
250
$$
P, V, W
220
$$$
G,P
400
$$$$
$$
G,P
500
$$$
1000
$$$
Terranea Rancho Palos Verdes G,P,V,W
100 Terranea Way, Rancho Palos Verdes

310.265.2800, www.terranea.com
Y
Y
Tiato Garden Cafe & Venue
G,P
200
$$
Trump National
G,P,V
300
$$$
$$$
350
2700 Colorado Ave. Ste 190, Santa Monica

310.866.5228, www.tiato.com
1 Trump National Dr, Rancho Palos Verdes
310.303.3220, www.trumpnationallosangeles.com
Verandas G,P,V,W
401 Rosecrans Ave, Manhattan Beach

310.546.7805, www.verandasmb.com
Wedgwood Wedding and Banquet Centers G,P,V,W

16 Locations in CA
866. 966.3009, wedgewoodbanquet.com
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2014
Stitches of Love
Let me begin by telling you my story and that I
not wear anything other than what had been
dreamt about a prince who would sweep me off
dress for me, I felt like a princess and that is
my feet and take me away from all the negative
exactly how
situations that
It was then, that I

promised myself I would
not wear any other
wedding dress than what
had been made by my
mother.
am a big dreamer... When
I was young, I always
I was witnessing as a child. I grew

up in a time of war, starvation, and the agony of
natural disaster that broke up my hometown. In
the midst of these hard times, I had very loving
and understanding parents that went though
many difficulties to try to provide for our family and make us happy. My father always came
up with ideas to provide for his family and my
mother stood by his side every step of the way.
My father and mother had a lot of things in
common. One of the common characteristics

that they shared was their love for fashion and
clothing. My dad was a clothing designer and
made by my mother. Every time she created a new
I want to feel on my wedding day.
When my prince proposed to me, without a

doubt, my mom got to work. My dress is in the
process of being created especially for me.
Naturally, I was excited and couldnt wait to
my mom has been a seamstress for over thirty
come up with a design so we got started as soon
wonderful person
I have ever known. I am so

happy, today, to call her my mom. I loved
and work on fabric opened up my eyes to the
watching her create new clothes and alter old
dresses and photographing them. Today, I create
years. She is the most humble, patient, and
ones.
as possible. Watching my mom create new styles
creative world. Since then, I have started creating

unique high fashion clothing and find beautiful
settings with models for my photography shoots.
I have been doing photography for the past ten

I love what I do.
years and
As for the wedding, we have designed a very

special dress. What inspired me is the
combination of fairytale brides. For the material,
we have chosen to use French lace with tulle
and added embellishments. Armenian tradition
allows for the groom to arrive at the brides
home and ask her father for her hand in
marriage prior to the celebrations. After approval,

the father brings the bride out of her room to
present her to the groom. That is the moment
am looking forward to most. Our wedding date
She always helped my dad with his big projects

and designs and, together, they always created
wonderful pieces of work. She helped my dad
with mens suits, but every time she had to work
on fancy dresses or wedding gowns her eyes lit
up. It was then, that
I promised myself I would
is set for
November twenty first of two
thousand and fourteen. I know that, together

with my mom, we will create something
wonderful and extremely memorable which

cherish forever.
I will
-Elena Zadouri
Covershoot 2014
Vendor Love
By: Fergie Rosales

A combination of elegance and beauty is
what every bride aims for on her
wedding day. In our Fall/Winter photo-shoot,
we worked with a team that was not only
professional but also poised. It took place at
the Marina Del Rey Marriott, less than 15
minutes away from Dockweiler State Beach.
With its elongated hallways with dim lighting
and breathtaking balcony views Marina Del
Rey Marriott made our bride glow. The hotel
staff obliged to requests for our
photo-shoot and without a doubt will do
the same for your special day. All of your
guests can benefit from their amenities from
personalized meal plans to personalized
traditional ceremonies.
Our bride is wearing a wedding gown from
Elyse Reuben custom couture. ElyseReuben
participates in non-profit runway shows that
strive to promote modesty and
sophistication. They stitch dresses for every
body type including the flower girl, the
mother of the bride and your custom bridal
gown. Silhouettes vary from long to short
with styles like sweetheart strapless, slim
fitting mermaid, gorgeous ball gown
including eloquent sleeves, with textures of
silk and lace. Topping the look off with
feathers, diamonds or a handcrafted belt
creates endless possibilities.
There is no better way to illuminate in
your gown than by having flawless hair and
makeup. The Sweet Smiles Artistry hair and
makeup team believes in quality and
perfecting their beautiful brides.
Their services vary from classic/traditional to
vintage/glam for both hair and makeup.
For our photo-shoot the team created an

elegant neutral look. Nicholas Reynolds
created two varied hairstyles. One hairstyle
displayed soft loose curls and the other was
a chic side curly updo. Sweet Smiles Artistry
entail flawless, long lasting results.
Flowers by Sam, Sam Robinson, is a very
talented floral designer who can take every
increment detail about your wedding and
incorporate your unique style into his
designs. The bouquets and centerpieces can
be a mixture of different flowers including
roses, sunflower, lilly, calla lilly, and gerber
daisy. The bouquets incorporated in the
photo-shoot have different shades of purple,
red-orange, and ivory. Alongside the bridal
gown, the fluorescent bouquet enhances the
brides dress. The naturalness and brightness
of the flowers will add an edge to your look.
Get started and get your free consultation
at Flowers by Sam.
The ring on your finger is just as
essential as the gown you are wearing on
your special day. At Sarah Leonard Fine
Jewelers you can fine vintage, classic and
customized rings made by expert
designers. Each designer ring displays unique
styles including diamonds with gold accents,
complementary sets for both you and your
fianc, elegant rings with a large diamond
set surrounded by eloquently placed small
stones and rings with a diamond band
proving to be classy and elegant.
Our bride is wearing the Tacori Dantela

platinum semi mount ring paired with a
Tacori crescent silhouette dia eternity band
with a complementary drop necklace and
earrings, which helps completes her look.
This gorgeous jewelry also pairs beautifully
with Jill Watsons Save the Veil, veil weights.
The magnetic weights impeccably stay on
your veil to avoid the wind carrying your veil
out of your hair and obstructing pictures and
the ceremony. Not only do the weights help
restrain your veil in a sophisticated manner,
but it also works as an accessory. Save the Veil
has four options to choose from, oval with
crystal, oval with pearl, round with crystal or
round with pearl.
Cameron Taylor and Lucas Parker from
Cameron Taylor Photography do a
phenomenal job at capturing every intimate
detail on your wedding day.
The photographers captured our bride in
every possible natural pose and setting from
the grand lobby to the stunning balcony
views. They captured her complexion, her
ring, veil, dress, and bouquet. The photographs
from your wedding are the most essential
gifts and memories you can receive.
Cameron and Lucas act as storytellers
through the journey of your wedding and do
their best to share your love story through
their photographs.
These wedding professinoals are sure to
provide you with stress-free and remarkale
memories on your wedding day.
Save the Veil ~ Veil Weights
Flowers by Sam

Save the Veil ~ Veil Weights
Flowers by Sam
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How to Choose the
Perfect Wedding Planner
Your Wedding Planner must be PROFESSIONAL

Your Wedding Planner must be CONNECTED & RESPECTED. This ensures that you will get
the highest caliber of vendors to give you the best price.
Your Wedding Planner must be a good LISTENER. They will have to listen to you, the Bride, but
also to other family members who are participating in the ceremony.
Your Wedding Planner must respect and be able to work within your BUDGET.
Your Wedding Planner should have CLASS & RESPECT.
Your Wedding Planner should have REFERENCES. You will want to speak to a few of their most
recent clients and you want to ask them the hard questions such as:
* How does your potential planner behave under pressure?
* Are they timely?
* Do they follow through?
* How did they handle the vendors?
* Did they make excuses or make it happen?
* How did the wedding end up?
* Were they 100% satisfied with the wedding planner?
Your Wedding Planner should have a SET FEE. Either an hourly or a Wedding Project Fee,
depending on what services they are providing for you and not have add-on fees.
Your Wedding Planner should have a CONTRACT for you and the vendors. The Wedding
Planners should be the leader in all conversations with vendors and a true advocate for the Bride
and Groom. From pricing to quality, the planner should have your best interest at 100%.
Your Wedding Planner should have the CAPABILITY to:
* Create a time-line from the beginning until the day that you and your spouse get
home from the honeymoon and begin your life together
* Select Invitations as well as appropriate wording
* Work with your Pastor or WOfficiant
* Select and reserve your ceremony and reception site
* Select, hire and manage desired suppliers and vendors
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By: Owner Jeff Heiman
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FabulousEventsPhotoBooth.com
A Cut Above The Rest Productions

818-835-3344
www.acutabove.tv
Hollywood Event Rentals
SoCal
818-602-9309
hollywoodeventrentals.com
Royal Restrooms
4470 W. Sunset Blvd
877-922-9980
www.royalrestrooms.com
Step and Repeat Backdrops
10518 Johanna Ave., Shadow Hills
818-434-7591
www.stepandrepeatla.com
Royal Restrooms is an upscale mobile restroom

and shower trailer company which offers all the
comforts of home for your wedding or event.
All Trailers are equipped with:
Flushing Porcelain Toilets
Lighted Vanity / Mirror / Sink
Climate Controlled
Private / Semi Private Stalls
Exterior Lighting
Our trailers are fully self

contained and range in size so
we can accommodate any size of
event and location with style!
Treat Your Guests like Royalty!
877-922-9980 www.RoyalRestroomsCA.com
Linda Range
714.231.1527
linda@bigtoprentals.com
bigtoprentals.com
Marriage Licenses
BY LINDSAY GOWER
Its the must-have accessory for every bride: A Marriage License! So lets review the basics you need to
know about getting licensed to wed.
Getting the License
Both bride and groom must go, in person together, to a County Clerks office. In California, you can
go to the Clerks Office in any county; it does not need to be the county in which you are having the
wedding. Neither of you needs to be a California resident to apply for a California marriage license. No
blood test or medical exam is required and there is no waiting period: You apply, pay, and receive the
license then and there.
You both must:
Be at least 18 years old. If youre younger, you need consent of parent or guardian.
Bring a government- issued valid picture ID (such as a drivers license) that includes your full
legal name and date of birth.
If you have been married before, bring Proof of Dissolution. You cannot apply for a marriage
license if you are married, even if your divorce is almost final.
What to Do With the License
You receive an unsigned license. Heres what makes it an official wedding certificate:
Get married within 90 days of the date the license is issued!
Before the wedding, give the license to the person wholl officiate at the ceremony. The officiant is
required to review the license before conducting the ceremony. Its a good idea to bring it to the
rehearsal for go over it with the officiant, and of course bring it to the wedding.
After the ceremony, the officiant will complete and sign the license, and have it signed by bride,
groom, and at least one witness.
The officiant will return the license to the County Clerks office within 10 days of the ceremony,
so it can be officially recorded. Once recorded, you can buy a copy of your wedding certificate
(depending on the county, you dont receive one automatically).
IN LOS ANGELES, YOU CAN APPLY FOR A MARRIAGE LICENSE ONLINE.

ITS EASY AND SAVES TIME!
Once you complete the online application you can come to the Registrar-Recorder/County Clerk
headquarters in Norwalk or go to any one of our branch offices to pick up your marriage license, pay the
license fee, and arrange for a civil marriage ceremony, if desired. Call or visit any of the branches listed
below for further details.
Catalina Branch Court Avalon
(310) 510-0026 (Call for appointment)
9355 Burton Way, 1st Floor Beverly Hills (310) 288-1261 Hrs.: 8:30 a.m. - 3:00 p.m., M-F
1028 W. Avenue J2
Lancaster (661) 945-6446 Hrs: 8:30 a.m. - 3:00 p.m., M-F
11701 S. La Cienega Blvd, 6th Flr LAX Court (310) 727-6142 Hrs: 8:30 a.m. - 3:00 p.m., M-F
4716 East Cesar Chavez Avenue Los Angeles (323) 260-2991 Hrs: 8:30 a.m. - 3:00 p.m., M-F
7807 S. Compton Avenue Los Angeles (323) 586-6192 Hrs. 8:30 a.m. - 3:00 p.m., M-F
12400 Imperial Highway Norwalk (562) 462-2137 Hrs: 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m., M-F
14340 West Sylvan Street Van Nuys (818) 376-3700 Hrs: 8:30 a.m. - 3:00 p.m., M-F
A-Alpha Wedding Invitations

818 243 3263
aalphaprint.com
Erikas Elegance
626 430 6099
erikaselegance.com
Tange Design
Couture Invitations
562 692 1515
tangedesign.com
Nex Graphics Invitations
21777 Ventura Blvd #217
Woodland Hills, CA 91364
nexinvitations.com
Bridal Fair Tips
INVITATIONS
Sloan Events
New York / Los Angeles
866-646.7087
When attending bridal fairs bring along the following:

Dont get Writers cramp!
Bring custom return address label stamp
OR
Print a page of address labels with your name, email and wedding date.
Wear comfortable shoes!
You will be on your feet for a long period of time gathering information and
talking to vendors so wearing your comfiest shoes will help!
Bring your Entourage!
Be sure to bring your mom, mother of the groom and/or your bridesmaids for
a fun filled day! They can help you get information, fill out forms and be a great
support group!
BRIDAL SHOWS
Bridal Showplace
Bridal Shows
2014
August 10, 2014
The Queen Mary 1126 Queens Hwy., Long Beach
September 21, 2014

Westin Hotel 333 Ocean Blvd., Long Beach
October 12, 2014
Knotts Berry Farm Resort Hotel

7675 Crescent Ave., Buena Park
November 2, 2014
Hilton Hotel 168 S. Los Robles Ave., Pasadena
with Special Guest
DAVID TUTERA
Door Prizes worth

$1,000s including
3 Luxurious
Honeymoons
January 4, 2015
The Queen Mary 1126 Queens Hwy., Long Beach
11:00am - 3:00pm
Meet some of Southern Californias most distinguished

wedding professionals offering everything you need to
plan your perfect wedding - from bakeries, djs and
florists, to invitations, photographers, venues
& everything in between.
* Taste cake, hors doeuvres & chocolate delicacies
Image taken by Photographic Memories

www.photomem.biz
The first 50 Brides at the door will

receive an awesome SWAG BAG
* Listen to the live Entertainment Showcase

* Enjoy a beauty makeover, spa massage, have
your photo taken at the photo booths
* Dazzling choreographed Fashion Shows
for the entire bridal party
* Learn the latest trends at the fabulous
Bride & Groom 101 Seminars
Visit www.bridalshowplace.net or call 562.381.2865
76 LABRIDAL.COM Spring/Summer 2014
Tickets: $10.00 at the door or $7.00 when you purchase online at: www.bridalshowplace.net
Dont Miss the Wedding Wonderland Event of the Year!
July 20th, 2014

1pm to 5pm
Embassy Suites Anaheim-South

11767 Harbor Blvd. Garden Grove CA 92840
Creating an Upscale Wedding Showcase Experience for Vendors and Brides alike!
SHOW HIGHLIGHT: $10,000 Wedding Trunk will be given away to 1 Lucky Bride!
Pre-register by purchasing tickets online to enter!
Ticket Link:
www.EmbassyWeddingWonderlandEvent.Eventbrite.com
50% OFF Ticket Code: WWE50
WeddingWonderlandevent.com 714.683.6779 WeddingWonderlandevent@gmail.com
engagedbridalevent.com
Professional Vendor Listings
Bachelorette Parties
Hells Belles Burlesque

burlesquebachelorette.com
818-850-1743
Bridal Beauty
NERIUM AD
dmercurio.neriumproducts.com
562.201.0662
pg. 31
Penelopes Pit Stop Lashes
pvander@mac.com
penelopepitstoplashes.com
714.293.1673
pg. 33
Jamie Leonard/Hair & Makeup Artist
jamjleonard@gmail.com
jamleonard.com
831.239.4889
pg. 33
sweetsmilesartistry@gmail.com
sweetsmilesartistry.com
714.683.6779
pg. 32
Bridal Necessities
Save the Veil: Veil Weights

savetheveil.com
949.498.3037 / 800.808.1333
pg. 33, 65
Twisted Hangers
twistedhangers.com
pg. 65
Bridal Showplace Bridal Shows
Sunday, November 2nd

Hilton Hotel, Pasadena
Sunday, August 10
The Queen Mary
Sunday, January 4th

Sunday,September 21st
Westin Hotel, Long Beach The Queen Mary
Sunday, October 12th
Knotts Berry Farm Resort
Hotel
bridalshowplace.net
562.381.2865
pg. 76
Bridal Show Southern California
Sunday, August 17th,

Canyon Crest Country
Club
11:00-3:00
Sunday, September 14th,

Shandin Hills Golf Club
11:00-3:00
Sunday, November 9th,

Westridge Golf Club
11:30-3:30
Sunday, January 11th,
2015
Shandin Hills Golf Club
11:00-3:00
bridalshowsoutherncalifornia.com
209.250.6405
pg. 75
I Do Bridal Event
Sunday, January 26th 2014
Langham Huntington Hotel
Noon-4:00pm
Idobridalevent.com
pg. 78
Wedding/Teen Expo
Sunday, June 22
Radisson Whittier
Sunday, July 27th

Courtyard by
Marriott/Baldwin Park
Sunday, October 19th

Courtyard by
Marriott/Culver City
Sunday, November 16th
Howard Johnson Inn
Fullerton
Bridal Shows
Sunday, August 24,

Holiday LAX
Bellisima Bride Bridal Show

September 28th, 2014
Hyatt Regency Valencia
BellisimaBride.com
pg. 79
Sunday, September 21,

Crowne Plaza LA Harbor
Bridal Premiere
August 10th, 2014
Hyatt Westlake
bridalpremiere.com
805.376.3515
pg. 79
Wedding Wonderland
Sunday, July 20th 2014
Embassy Suties Anaheim-South
1:00-5:00
weddingwonderlandevnt.com
714.683.6779
pg. 77
Sunday, January 25th

2015
Holiday Inn LAX
wtexpos.com
714.357.4400
pg.74
Cakes
Eat Cake Cafe
19705 E. Colima Road Ste. #6
Rowland Heights CA 91748
info@eatcakecafe.com
eatcakecafe.com
909.468.2253
pg. 57
Contemporary Catering
310-558-8190
contemporary-catering.com
Cube
615 N. La Brea Ave, Los Angeles
323-939-1148
eatatcube.com
Hansens Cakes
1072 S. Fairfax Ave.
Los Angeles CA 90019
323.936.4332 / 323.936.5527
Eco
Los Angeles
310.728.6005
ecocaters.com
193 S. Beverly Dr.

Beverly Hils CA 90212
310.273.3759 / 310.271.4670
Hokkaido Culinary Catering Group

SoCal
818-602-0186
hokkaidocatering.com
18432 Ventura Blvd.

Tarzana CA 91356
hansenscakes.com
pg. 56
Sweet and Saucy Shop
7922 E. Coast Highway., Newport Coast
949.715.0920
3722 Atlantic Ave., Long Beach
562.598.8340
sweetandsaucyshop.com
pg. 56
Catering
24 Carrots Catering and Events
17851 Sky Park Circle Ste F, Irvine
800.717.1545
24carrots.com
Il Fornaio
310.550.8330
310-451-7800
1800 Rosecrans Avenue, Manhattan Beach
310-725-9555
ilfornaio.com
Jays Catering
10581 Garden Grove Blvd.
Garden Grove, CA 92843
info@jayscatering.com
714.636.6045
jaycatering.com
Sweet Wheels
818-939-5565
sweetwheels.org
Aliottas Via Firenze

4485 Torrance Blvd, Torrance
310-371-9555
aliottas.com

877.taglyan
tagylan.com
pg. 15, 38
An Catering
2700 Colorado Ave Ste 190, Santa Monica
323-460-2645
ancatering.com
pg. 34
Taste
310-459-9808
ilovetaste.com
Animal
435 N. Fairfax Ave.Los Angels
323-782-9225
animalrestaurant.com
Bollywood Bites
310-403-1661
thebollywoodbites.com
Truly Yours Catering

10940 Burbank Blvd, North Hollywood
818- 753-9100
trulyyourscatering.com
Churches
Event/Wedding Coordinators
Hollywood United Methodist Church

6817 Franklin Ave. Los Angeles
323.874.2104
hollywoodumc.org
Erikas Elegance
info@erikaselegance.com
erikaselegance.com
626.430.6099
pg. 24
Immanuel Presbyterian Church

3300 Wilshire Boulevard, Los Angeles
immanuelpres.org
Wayfarers Chapel
5755 Palos Verdes Dr S, Rancho Palos Verdes
310.377.1650
wayfarerschapel.org
pg. Inside Front Cover
Westwood United Methodist Church
10497 Wilshire Blvd Los Angeles
310.474.4511,
westwoodumc.org
Saint Timothy RC
10425 W. Pico Boulevard, Los Angeles
310.474.1216
sttimothyla.org
L.A. BRIDAL Wedding & Event Planning

devon.labridal@gmail.com
562.201.0662
pg. 24
Favors
Arlanas Gourmet Cookies
agcookies.com
888.919.5572
Favors in Bloom
818.523.2083
favorsinbloom.com
Entertainment/DJ
Florists
Bell Canto LA
562.833.6444
bellcantola.com
pg.60
Devynns Gardens
16441 Pacific Coast Hghwy., Sunset Beach
562.592.2610
5305 E. 2nd St., Long Beach
562.439.0308
Raymar Productions
raymarproductions.com
714.632.9202 / 877.772.9627
pg. 58
Tijuana Dogs
tijuanadogs@gmail.com
tijuanadogs.com
714.916.7890
pg. 59
Soli Entertainment
714.615.2813
solientertainment.com
pg. Inside Back Cover
The Sinatra Tribute Band
sinatratributeband@gmail.com
sinatrabigband.com
714.916.7890
pg. 59
712 Marina Dr., Seal Beach

562.594.0104
devynnsgarden.com
pg. 61
Flowers by Sam
flowersbysam.com
323.206.6305
pg. 61
PINK DAFFODIL
19 Spectrum Pointe #607 Lake Forest, CA
92630
Studio Hours: By Appointment Only
info@pinkdaffodil.com
pinkdaffodil.com
(949) 294.9519
Gowns & Tuxedos
Invitations
Bridal Elegance
2172 Torrance Boulevard
Torrance CA 90501
info@bridalelegancesalon.com
bridalelegance.com
310.406.3917
pg. 28
A-Alpha Wedding Invitations

818.243.3263
aalphaprint.com
Brides by Liza
8685 Wilshire Blvd., Beverly Hills
bridesbyliza.us
310.652.2218
pg. 26
elysereuben.com
pg. 29
J Birds Bridal
5526 Sepulveda Blvd,
Culver City California 90230
424.228.2296
jbirdsbridal.com
Panache Bridal Salon
9740 Wilshire Blvd, Beverly Hills
310.860.9221
3077 Bristol Street, Costa Mesa
714.540.7800
82 S. Fair Oaks Avenue, Pasadena
626.585.8201
1315 State Street, Santa Barbara
805.892.4000
panachebridals.com
Friar Tux Shop
FriarTux.com
888-friartux
pg. 30
Soolip
310.360.0545
soolip.com
Tange Design
Couture Invitations
562 692 1515
tangedesign.com
Jewelers
1055 Westwood Blvd.
Westwood Village L.A. CA 90024
310.208.3131
sarahleonardjewelers.com
pg. 63
Jeweled by Jeri
Origami Owl Designer
619 322 2116
pg. 64
Raphaels 90210
9529 Santa Monica Beverly HIlls
310.275.6211
raphaels90210.com
pg. 64
UDE Collection, Inc.
606 S Olive St Ste 1014
213.622.7887
UDEcollection.com
Mens Wearhouse
menswearhouse.com
pg. 30
Honeymoons
Officiant
Romantic Getaways
888.338.0852
pg. 66
Larry Leslie
A76oiler@gmail.com
714.334.3629
pg. 60
Photography
Rehearsal Dinners

inquiries@ctaylorphotos.com
ctaylorphotos.com
562.726.4198
pg. 43
Bravo Cucina
310.394.0374

capturedinaflashimages.com
970.623.3047
pg. 52, 53
Harvard Photograhy
info@harvardphotography.com
harvardphotgraphy.com
714-522-3700
pg. 48, 49
jennanormanphotography.com
jknorman714@yahoo.com
714.659.4271
pg. 46, 47
Jim Kennedy Photography
jimkennedyphotographers.com
800.264.4558
pg. 41
Lin & Jirsa
linandjirsa.com
949.287.2153
pg. 50, 51
CODYANDSHAUNA@GMAIL.COM
mapleandelm.com
562.250.7305
pg. 54, 55
Rossetti Photography
www.rossettiphotography.com
209.604.4404
pg. 40
Zoom Theory
zoomtheory.com
310.433.4221
pg. 40
Real Estate
Long Beach Real Estate-Jack Pisciotta

zillow.com/profile/Jack-Pisciotta
562.547.3517
pg. 74
Bui Sushi
Malibu, CA 90265
310.456.1500
Buisushi.com
pg. 37
4469 Admiralty Way, Marina del Rey
310.823.4567
calyachtclub.com
Claires
2300 East Ocean Boulevard
Long Beach, CA 90803
562.439.2119
lbma.org
pg. 38
Coogies
23750 Pacific Coast Highway
Malibu, CA 90265
310.317.1444
Coogiescafe.com
pg. 37
Crustacean
9646 Little Santa Monica Blvd,
Beverly Hills
310.205.8990
anfamily.com
Duck Dive Gastropub
29169 Heathercliff Road, Suite 102
Malibu, CA 90265
310.589.2200
pg. 37
Dukes
21150 Pacific Coast Highway, Malibu
310.317.0777
dukesmalibu.com
pg. 11, 38
Flemings
6373 Topanga Canyon Blvd, Woodland Hills
818.346.1005
flemingssteakhouse.com
Gladstones
17300 PCH, Pacific Palisades
310.454.3474
sbe.com/gladstones
Il Fornaio
310.550.8330
310.451.7800
Fabulous Events Photo Booth

FabulousEventsPhotoBooth@gmail.com
FabulousEventsPhotoBooth.com
714.683.6779
pg. 70
Foto Fun Adventures
fotofunadventures.com
562.965.5261 / 949.306.6927
pg. 71
1800 Rosecrans Avenue, Manhattan Beach

310.725.9555
ilfornaio.com
Hollywood Event Rentals

SoCal
818-602-9309
hollywoodeventrentals.com
LOpera
101 Pine Ave, Long Beach
562.491.0066
lopera.com
Royal Restrooms
4470 W. Sunset Blvd
877.922.9980
royalrestrooms.com
pg. 70
Locanda del Lago

231 Arizona Ave. Santa Monica
310.451.3525
lagosantamonica.com
Porta Villa
424 North Canon Drive,
Beverly Hills CA. 90210
310.274.6534
877.taglyan
tagylan.com
pg. 15, 38
Tiato
2700 Colorado Ave Ste190,
Santa Monica
310.866.5228
tiato.com
pg. 8
Rentals
A Cut Above The Rest Productions
818-835-3344
www.acutabove.tv
Big Top Rentals
linda@bigtoprentals.com
bigtoprentals.com
714.231.1527
pg. 71
Step and Repeat Backdrops

10518 Johanna Ave., Shadow Hills
818-434-7591
stepandrepeatla.com
Transportation
Pedaler Society
pedalersociety.com
562.980.1861
pg. 69
Call L.A. BRIDAL at 562.304.6198
for Limousine References
Videography
A Light Wedding
alice@alightwedding.com
alightwedding.com
310.736.5115
pg. 1, 41
Pivotal Media
P.O. Box
Valley Village CA 91617
pivotalmediaonline.com
818.884.6263
pg. 41
Venues
See pg. 16,17,18 for a complete list of Venues

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Callaway Vineyard & Winery

951.676.4001
callawaywinery.com
JULIAN & COCO EVENTS

808.315.6780
julianandcoco.com
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Temecula
Ponte Winery
951.694.8855
pontewinery.com
Mexico
South Coast Winery
951.587.WINE(9463)
southcoastwinery.com
Villa Paraiso
322.222.4420
villaparaiso-pv.com
Wilson Creek Winery
951.699.9463 x 121
wilsoncreekwinery.com
CHURON WINERY
951-694-9070
innatchuronwinery.com
MONTE DE ORO WINERY
951-491-6551
montedeoro.com
Santa Barbara
Riveria Mansion
805.884.8703
rivieramansionwedding.com
The Fess Parker A Doubletree by Hilton Resort
633 East Cabrillo Boulevard Santa Barbara,
CA 93103
805-884-8515
www.fpdtr.com
Unitarian Society of Santa Barbara
805.965.4583
ussb.org
Rincon Beach Club and Catering
805.566.9933
rinconbeachclub.com
Destination Vendors

www.elysereuben.com
pg. 29
Flower
lowers
am
Your Person
Exquisite Design Exception
Gues
DAVID TUTERAS HIT
Flowers by Sam
flowersbysam.com
323.206.6305
pg. 61
Sam Robinson
www.flowersbysam.com
Save the Veil: Veil Weights

savetheveil.com
949.498.3037 / 800.808.1333
pg. 33, 72
Soli Entertainment
714.615.2813
solientertainment.com
See Pages 44 & 45 for Tips on Finding

the Perfect Destination Wedding
Location for you and your fianc!

inquires@ctaylorphotos.com
ctaylorphotos.com
562.726.4198
pg. 43
The Soundtrack to Your Life

By:
Eric Jay - President of Soli Studios Music, Inc.
Your wedding day is you and your spouses first, most

public and forever memorable expression of your love
for one another. Every little detail from the colors of
the flowers and fabrics to the perfect location and
date, you strive to make sure it is all exactly perfect
in how it speaks to your guests and expresses your
love and commitment. All of this seems manageable
enough, until you get to the music. Lots of questions
arise. What is the best style of music for my
wedding? Should I just have the DJ start and stop a
CD? Do I want to walk down the aisle to a
pre-recorded song, or would live music express what
I want better? What kinds of instruments should I
have play? Where can I find musicians to play what
I want?

Where words fail, music speaks. Hans Christian
Andersen couldnt be more right! Of all the
preparations you have made for your wedding day, no
other element will bring more joy and celebration, or
express the often speechless love you have with your
spouse more eloquently than the accompaniment
of professional live music. Imagine - as your guests
arrive they are serenaded by the ethereal sounds of a
So many brides have no idea

what they are missing out on
when they allow the DJ to try
and express through music what
only live professional musicians
are able to provide.
harpist, or the relaxing background melodies of the
piano. With anticipation at its peak, the string
quartet fills the air with the announcement that
the ceremony is beginning. The quartet continues
to narrate the story of your love as the parents,
bridesmaids and flower girls process down the aisle.
The quartet then quietly resolves their last note, and
after a moment of silent excitement, three sterling

silver trumpets herald your guests to their feet and
announce the entrance of the beautiful bride. As you
walk down the aisle toward the love of your life, the
harp, piano, trumpets and strings perfectly play
the special songs you have picked for this once in a
lifetime journey. As the ceremony ends, the music
crescendos to celebrate your new life together and
you recess out and into your new life. Your guests
continue to be entertained during the cocktail hour
by the sounds of the piano, trumpet and violin player
who now have your guests smiling to the sounds of
Frank Sinatra, Broadway, Pop/Jazz and all the special
requests youve made. Finally, before the party
begins with the thump of the DJs speakers, the string
quartet provides the perfect mood music as your
guests enjoy dinner with the new bride and groom.

So many brides have no idea what they are missing
out on when they allow the DJ to try and express
through music what only live professional musicians
are able to provide. Here at Soli Entertainment, we
are all established music industry professionals.
From traditional classical weddings in the chapel, to
rock-weddings in a warehouse, to everything in
between, Soli Entertainment provides you with the
best of any kind or style of musicians, bands, DJs and
live music entertainment for your special event. So
much goes into ensuring your wedding music is
perfect: acoustics of the venue, the right instruments
for the genre of music you want, the best musicians
for the job, coordinating with the wedding planner,
and more. After 10 years of providing the finest live
music entertainment around, Soli Entertainment
does it all, magnificently.

You have a beautiful love to share with the world.

Let Soli Entertainment help you express and share
that love by providing the Soundtrack to Your Life!
The Soundtrack to
Your Life!
949-916-2435
www.solientertainment.com

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9876 Wilshire Boulevard, Beverly Hills

12341 San Fernando Rd. Sylmar 91342

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4469 Admiralty Way, Marina Del Rey

627 S Carondelet St, Los Angeles

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1910 Ocean Way, Santa Monica

Crowne Plaza Beverly Hills

1150 South Beverly Drive, Los Angeles

Crowne Plaza LAX

5985 W. Century Blvd, Los Angeles

6161 West Centinela Ave. Culver City, 310.348.4515,

222 N Vineyard Ave., Ontario

21150 Pacific Coast Hwy, Malibu

Earl Burns Miller Japanese Garden CSULB

6300 State University Drive, Long Beach

101 Wilshire Boulevard, Santa Monica