Sweet Emilia Jane

The NotWedding

admin — Tue, 14 May 2013 18:48:41 +0000

A couple months ago I got the chance to participate in a great event here in LA. When I was engaged back in 2009/2010 The NotWedding in Atlanta was one of the few sources for non-traditional wedding inspiration and I always hoped that it would make its way to the west coast so to say I was excited to be asked to join the very first LA event would be a big understatement. We got to design several tables at the event from the linens to the centerpieces using their neon, urban chic board for inspiration. We found ourselves also inspired by Kate Spade, geometric shapes and a little touch of retro. I personally LOVE how the centerpieces turned out and that the tables are a little more modern, bold and playful…a look I’d love to recreate for a real wedding! Big thanks to Candice Benjamin for these photos!

See more from the event here!

*Mad Libs by Something Turquoise

roomforty Pop-up Dinners

admin — Fri, 12 Apr 2013 18:06:09 +0000

I can’t even begin to tell you how happy I am that my path crossed with roomforty’s a few months ago. Steve, Lisa and the rest of the gang over there are pretty awesome folks and are doing crazy amazing things in the catering world. Not only do they serve up some of the most creative, delicious, beautiful food for weddings and events but they also host pop-up dinners in LA and Orange County that you are not going to want to miss. I was so honored that Steve asked me to provide florals for their last pop-up dinner at one of my favorite places in LA – the last bookstore. On a recent walk I had found these crazy vines taking over an alley by our new house/studio in Pasadena and had been waiting for the opportunity to do some ninja foraging. I love how the wild yet elegant arrangements turned out! Feast your eyes on Ashley Kelemen’s beautiful photos from the evening…and then sign yourself up for May’s pop-up dinner!!!

Rustic Bundle

admin — Tue, 02 Apr 2013 06:51:45 +0000

Not only was this bundle named Lover.ly‘s bundle of the week awhile back but it also made it into Magnolia Rouge’s latest rustic issue! I have to say I’m quite smitten with the collection of inspiration and would love to bring it to life!

Inspiration for the Los Alamos Ranch Wedding

admin — Wed, 27 Mar 2013 14:50:02 +0000

OH and I have to share the inspiration board for this dreamy coastal ranch wedding. We really wanted to take inspiration from the natural beauty of the ranch with a little bit of a nod to the Southern California coast. The result was an earthy elegance that matched the setting so perfectly.

More inspiration and credits on their Pinterest board!

Los Alamos Wedding by Ken Kienow on Style Me Pretty

admin — Tue, 26 Mar 2013 17:49:43 +0000

I am seriously behind on blogging! There are so many amazing events in the queue that I’m dying to share with you…some are waiting to be published on blogs and in magazines and some, well, I’ve just been too busy to blog. BUT I really, really need to share this Los Alamos wedding with you. I know I say this every time but it really was one of my favorite weddings and this straight-out-of-a-Ralph-Lauren-ad-couple were my dream client. They are so sweet and smart and funny and just plain awesome! This wedding definitely kicked my butt since it was on a HUGE ranch and these party animals were going strong till 2am but it was worth it! Check out more pictures from the oh-so-talented Ken Kienow on Style Me Pretty!

Wedding Photography: Ken Kienow Wedding Photography / Venue: Private Residence in Los Alamos, California / Wedding Coordination + Design: Sweet Emilia Jane / Floral Design: Maggie LePley / Catering: Duo Catering & Events / Wedding Cake: Enjoy Cupcakes / Music: John Sherry (ceremony, drinks & dinner) / Band: SambaDa / Wedding Dress: Maggie Sottero / Hair & Makeup: Symmetry Beauty by Nyrie

Intern!

admin — Tue, 12 Mar 2013 21:40:22 +0000

It’s that time of year again! I’m looking to bring on a fresh, new face to the SEJ team this wedding season. This is an unpaid intern position but a great opportunity for someone who wants to see how a small wedding biz is run as well as learn more about wedding planning, design, decor production and florals!

Requirements:

Based in Los Angeles / Pasadena

Must be available on event dates plus possibly 1-2 days a week to work in the studio located in Pasadena

Interested in learning more about wedding planning and design including florals

Must be stylish, sweet and savvy

Must have own car

Duties:

Office organization

Inspiration research

Decor creation and floral design assistance

Coordination assistance on day-of

If you think this is a good match then please send me an email – info@sweetemiliajane.com – with a cover letter and resume.

{photo by Captured by Aimee}

Happy Valentine’s Day!

admin — Thu, 14 Feb 2013 20:20:54 +0000

I hope you are having a Valentine’s day that is full of lots of love! I’m going to spend the day with my favorite little Valentine celebrating her very first Valentine’s day! If you need some last minute ideas for what to get the favorite people in your life make sure you check out the Valentine’s Day Series I put together for A Subtle Revelry. There’s something for everyone from your hubby to your best friend!

NotWedding 2013 Giveaway

admin — Mon, 28 Jan 2013 19:14:46 +0000

OK We’re going to try this again!

I’m so excited to announce that I’ll be teaming up with some pretty stellar vendors for the Los Angeles NotWedding. I remember oohing and aahing over the very first NotWedding in Atlanta. I had never seen anything like it before…a bridal show like no other…with cool, out-of-the-box ideas for those of us who didn’t want a cookie cutter wedding. I’m hoping to bring that same level of freshness to the table this year and I think with the help of folks like The Little Branch and Smitten on Paper the creativity will be through the roof!

I hope you’ll join us on Wednesday, February 27th for what is sure to be an awesome night packed with inspiration! Get your tickets here or enter right now for a chance to get a ticket for $5! Just a few rules: to win you must be engaged, must agree to get more information from the NotWedding vendors and must list Sweet Emilia Jane as the vendor who referred you.

OK, so to enter simply leave a comment here about why you want to go to the NotWedding and I’ll pick a winner at random next week.

Make sure you find me in the Tunnel of Love and say hello! I’ll be giving away some sweet goodies to the first 100 people or so who stop by!

*Winning ticket will be $30 off regular priced ticket.

Mr. and Mrs. Signs

admin — Wed, 16 Jan 2013 18:25:25 +0000

A while back Jessica of A Vintage Affair Rentals found my Etsy shop and asked me to recreate the Mr. and Mrs. signs that I had made for Devon and Jake’s wedding for her own elegant, rustic wedding. I love how the white ink on kraft paper turned out and the rest of her romantic celebration is just stunning. You can see some of the sweet details shot by Laura Murray on Martha Stewart Weddings!

Carol + Byron’s Modern, Romantic Wedding at SmogShoppe

admin — Fri, 11 Jan 2013 00:01:04 +0000

Another amazing SmogShoppe wedding coming your way! Here are a few of my favorite Kari Kochar photos that were featured on 100 Layer Cake today! This was definitely one of the best weddings everwith Whoa Nelly! Catering, Cake Monkey Bakery and DJ Lady Sinclair. Such an awesome round-up of vendors and a truly magical night!

Photographer: Kari Kochar / Wedding Coordinator + Florals: Sweet Emilia Jane / Caterer: Whoa Nelly! Catering / Wedding Cake: Cake Monkey Bakery / Hair & Makeup: Susie Chhuor / Officiant: Teddy Chao (friend) / Rentals: Premiere Party Rents / Venue: Smog Shoppe / Videographer: Clint Gage (friend) / Valet: Jeffery Valet / Alchohol & Beverages: K+L Wines / DJ: DJ Lady Sinclair / Musicians:Angelica Strings / Wedding Dress: Jenny Yoo / Birdcage veil: Sara Gabriel / Bride’s shoes: Kate Spade/ Bride’s rings: victorian antique from Bell and Bird / Bride’s purse: borrowed from maid of honor / Bridal and Bridesmaids Jewelry: Kendra Scott / Bridesmaid’s dresses: their own / Groom’s ring: etsy / Groom’s Suit: Prada / Groom’s tie: Hugo Boss / Groom’s shoes: HELM Boots / Groomsmen’s suits: their own / Groomsmen’s shirts and ties: Banana Republic