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So you've booked your hair & makeup trials, but you're not sure how to prepare for them...here are 6 of our favorite tips to remember for these crucial planning occasions! Bring Inspiration Pictures Come prepared with a few inspiration pictures for makeup and hair. It's important to remember saying, "I want something natural and timeless" is not enough direction. Not all "naturals" are created equally. You might have a different vision on what you think "natural" means compared to the previous clients the artist had before. If you are waiting to discuss with your stylist what makeup or hair they would recommend based on your vision, aesthetics, and physical features, it's still important to bring a few inspiration pictures that showcase the level of glam you are hoping to achieve at the very least! Budget for Your Trials Be sure to ask your potential hair & makeup artists quotes for their trials when inquiring about their wedding services. Trials are typically priced separately, so it's important to make sure you note the costs associated ahead of time and how it fits into your budget! Be Selective Decision fatigue is a real thing! The last thing you want to feel is overwhelmed during your hair & makeup trial. Limit your audience to just one, maybe two, people to go along with you. Make sure these guests have taste you respect and a way of delivering feedback in a kind manner. You'll want to avoid having a million different opinions to consider and having a smaller audience will make it easier to focus on what makes you feel beautiful first and foremost. Hydrate, Hydrate, Hydrate. Drink plenty of water, not just the day of your trial, not just the day before your trial, but the entire week or even weeks leading up to your trial. Our bodies are made up of 50-60% of water and our skin is impacted by this easily. Water helps with dry skin, dry lips, fine lines and wrinkles, and overall texture and bounce that our skin needs to look its best! But like most things - consistency is key to see the most positive effect! Bonus tip - be sure to also get plenty of sleep :) Bring Your Accessories or Hold Off Purchasing Do you have a vintage hair pin someone passed down to you? Do you have glamorous and dramatic earrings you want to make sure have a moment? Is your veil especially unique where certain hairstyles might not work? Bring these items to your trial so your hair stylist can play with them and create a style to suit everything perfectly! Or, planning time permitted, hold off on purchasing any accessories at all until after your trials entirely. Speak Up If you're the type of person who never sends food back at a restaurant or is hesitant to raise concerns in customer service settings in general, your hair and makeup trial is not the place to hold back. Be confident in your concerns, adjustments, or questions that you might have - this is why we have trials in the first place afterall! Your hair or makeup artist will not be offended with changes you might want as this meeting is to make sure they have your vision right to feel your most beautiful self on your wedding day. Did you enjoy these tips and find them helpful? We love giving wedding advice in all shapes and forms - contact us today to see how we can be a part of your special day! 
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Photography: Brandie Marquez Photography ⠀ Planning & Coordination: Tan Wedding & Events⠀ Venue, Catering, Cake & Accommodations: Fairmont Sonoma Mission Inn⠀ DJ & Lighting: Deborba Events⠀ Florals: Vanda Floral Design Videography: Mok Photo and Films ⠀ Cinematography: Visuals by Thavirus & It's Smalls⠀ Hair: Kat Nacario Hairstylist Makeup: Makeup by Yeezy Dancers: Khmer Ballet Dance Troupe⠀ Paperie: Shine Wedding Invitations
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 See this wedding - featured on Wedding Chicks! A Moment of Joy Amidst cheers of excitement and joyful approval, Annie and Jonathan held hands as they walked the aisle as newlyweds. Beaming with radiant smiles, the couple made their way to a grassy knoll overlooking the vineyard, followed by their wedding party. Rick Tan, principal planner with Tan Weddings & Events, had motioned for all of them to gather for photos. With a mix of pride, gratitude, and sheer joy, Rick and the newlyweds fell into an embrace, a genuine hug of happiness. Collaboration In Action As planners, we share in the celebration of a couple’s commitment and connection. It is why we do what we do! When we have built that level of trust and respect, the flow of creativity and care follows, and it informs every level of our work in planning, designing, and executing the event. For Annie and Jonathan, the planning meant being involved from start to finish, developing their vision, securing a top notch vendor team, collaborating with design decisions, and being timely with deadlines. TWE kept them and the vendors in the loop of all aspects of the planning process to create a cohesive aesthetic that maximized the vineyard setting at BR Cohn. It culminated in a fabulous summer event that was elegant and fun, celebrating the couple’s love and joy, shared with family, friends, and their planners! 
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Photography: Weddings by Scott & Dana Planning, Design & Production: Tan Weddings & Events Venue: BR Cohn Winery Catering: Fairmont Sonoma Mission Inn & Spa Florals: Flourish Cake: Rose Gillen Rentals, Lighting & Draping: Bright Event Rentals DJ: SJs Disc Jockey Signage & Papery: Linda Wilmarth Designs HMUA: Jenn V Beauty Officiant: Bishop Robert Steams Suit: Men’s Wearhouse Dress: Antonio Gual from Gilded Bridal Classic Car: Classic Convertible Wine Tours  Flowers are one our personal favorite types of decor! Who doesn't love the fresh smells, textures, and colors they bring to any wedding design scape. Florals can be customized to fit your aesthetic and dress up an event in ways that other decor lacks. Florals can be a large wedding expense though, so we're here to share some ways to help save! J Blooms J Blooms is owned and ran by Jessica Prince and she's been a florist for an amazing 5 years! Jessica is known for her garden gathered, natural aesthetic, beautifully delicate and elegant arrangements. Her favorite part about being a florist is, "creating beautiful arrangements and working at such wonderful venues throughout Napa Valley. I love the creative aspect of this career and being able to work with so many amazing flowers!" Jessica's advice when it comes to choosing the perfect florist for you is "choose them because you love their work. In turn, this will allow you to feel comfortable giving more creative freedom to your florist, and the end result will be amazing!" Repurposing Florals One of Jessica's favorite ways to repurpose florals in a wedding is, "ground aisle florals from your ceremony make a great statement in front of the band, or at the base of your cake table for a fun 'wow' moment!" Whenever you can, repurposing ceremony arrangements are a great way to add florals to other spaces without as high of an added cost. Bud vases at the ends of chair rows make great cocktail table arrangements. Large alter arrangements can later frame the sweetheart table beautifully. A floral arch is a great photo back drop in the reception space. Even your bridesmaid's bouquets can be added arrangements around your sweetheart table or other lounge areas. Jessica points out when considering ways to repurpose florals is, "that florals are extremely fragile and we work tirelessly to ensure that they are looking beautiful and perfect for your wedding day, especially during the hot months!" Although you won't be investing additional floral costs, additional labor or staffing costs might apply to make sure your florist has an adequate team on site to make these on the fly changes when the time is right, but typically this method still ends up saving you money - and who doesn't love that! :) Other Tips The night has come to a beautiful end, now what to do with all of these beautiful arrangements? Many florists will assemble arrangements in compotes or vases that guests can pop out of their vessels and take home. Another great use for florals is donate them to a local women's shelter or nursing home as they always brighten someone's day. When it comes to your bouquet, consider drying and preserving it as a special memory from your wedding day! Need help choosing the perfect florist to complete your wedding vision? Contact us today to find out how our team can connect you with your dream vendor team! 
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Photography: Weddings by Scott & Dana Planning, Design & Production: Tan Weddings & Events Venue: Sonoma Golf Club Catering, Bar, Accommodations: Fairmont Sonoma Mission Inn & Spa Cake: Flour & Bloom Florals: J Blooms DJ: Spintronix Events Rentals: Bright Event Rentals Photo Booth: Say Ya! Photo Booth Signage & Paperie: Shimmer & Stain HMUA: Rachel Lusk  The first dance shared between a couple is one of our favorite wedding moments! It really showcases the love, care, and joy the two bring to their relationship and wedding day. Now I'm sure you can imagine, couples might feel a lot of pressure to choose the perfect first dance song. What goes into a couple choosing a certain tune for this special moment? We wanted to dive a layer deeper and find out from a fellow wedding vendor who would know best, Matt Brys with Extreme Productions Entertainment! Extreme Productions Entertainment Matt has been in business for an amazing 28 years! Each and every one of them enjoyable. There's a lot to love about being in the DJ business, but what Matt loves most is, "The people. Hands down. From the amazing vendors we have the pleasure to work alongside to the wonderful couples and clients we are blessed to share experiences with...it's always about the people." Give Us the Songs! Amongst Extreme Productions Entertainment's clientele, the most recent First Dance songs featured have been: "Simply the Best" (from Schitts Creek) by Noah Reid "Lady May" by Tyler Childers "Joy of My Life" by Chris Stapleton "Perfect" by Ed Sheeran "You Are The Best Thing" by Ray LaMontagne Based on some further research some additional current top first dance songs are the following (some truly current, some forever classic): "Can't Help Falling in Love" by Elvis Presley "Lover" by Taylor Swift "At Last" by Etta James "Better Together" by Luke Combs "Beyond" by Leon Bridges All of these songs have one thing in common - they are undeniably love letters. Think of your first dance as a moment written in time, a love letter shared through movement instead of words. When choosing a first dance song, there is not right or wrong way - find a song that resonates with your soul knowing you'll be able to cherish it for years to come. Real Reviews! "I really don't know where to begin, but how about here? Thank you! Thank you so much for being so good at what you do and really bringing a wedding ceremony and reception together! We received so many compliments about you, the music, the way you kept the wedding and reception moving, and just overall YOU! (We) are thrilled with everything you did, and mostly we really like you! From the pre-meetings, the thought and care of what works best at weddings, to the up-lighting, music selections, getting to know us, sending recordings to make sure you had the versions we wanted, all just awesome! I do want to let you know that the Homewood Marina, next door to Westshore Café (our venue), told (us) it was the best music they have heard from a wedding ever. I truly believe they said ever! :) Trust me if we ever have a reason for entertainment, you will be the ONE! We love you Matt, and our hearts are so full with all that you did before during and after our wedding!" Besides cueing up the perfect songs with smooth timing, keeping the pulse of your party going, and being a charismatic emcee, Matt's fun fact he wanted to share is, "when I drive home from a wedding, I don't listen to music. It's either a podcast or silence and the wind from the window. ALSO - Taco Bell at the end of a wedding day just hits different :)" We loved spotlighting Extreme Productions Entertainment and are happy to assist you in finding stellar vendors to make up your wedding dream team! 
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Photography: Nicole Sepulveda Photography Planning, Design & Production: Tan Weddings & Events Ceremony: St. Thomas Aquinas RCC Venue, Catering, and Bar: Silverado Resort & Spa Florals: Flourish Cake: Sweetie Pies Rentals: Bright Event Rentals DJ: Extreme Productions Entertainment Singer: Mary Eggers Organist: Gregory Whitfield Video: Jensen Films HMUA: Veronica Marshall Transportation: Napa Valley Wine Country Tours Getaway Car: 1 Way Tesla Suit: Indochino Dress: Allure Bridals  Often, the vision of a wedding is driven by the couple. Occasionally, parents are involved, and though that might make some planners cringe at the notion, for Sydney and Jason’s wedding, the collaboration was welcomed by Tan Weddings & Events. It was clear from the start that the bride’s parents genuinely cared about the scope and the aesthetics of their daughter’s wedding and enjoyed being a part of the process just as much as the couple! This is where the experience of planners like Tan Weddings & Events is essential - they possess a balance of diplomacy and decisiveness, of collaboration and curating. They scheduled a series of meetings online and in person to discuss priorities and expectations, they met at various showrooms to see and touch the place settings and linens, they visited the venue with the family to visualize the flow - where guests would be lining up for the bar, where they would dance, dine, and enjoy the vineyard views. TWE assembled a top notch team to orchestrate a three-day event with a welcome soiree, wedding day and after party, and farewell brunch. The tablescape, for instance, to achieve effortless elegance, required the masterful blend of Theoni tables and place settings, BBJ La Tavola linens, Shimmer & Stain menus, and Flourish floral arrangements. The wedding weekend allowed for all their friends and family to fully enjoy the wine country region, to spend time with each other, to celebrate togetherness. The couple chose B.R. Cohn Winery to host their main event because of its "relaxed vibe, but it was also still elegant and beautiful. It definitely reminded us of our relationship and we are excited to go back and visit!" as the bride, Sydney, recalls fondly. As the couple would say their main priority was to "not have to worry about things on the day of" and could relax "knowing everything was taken care of!" The experience for the couple and the parents was of joy and gratitude. When asked what was their favorite part, we were met with their joyful answer of, "Everything! We seriously loved every minute." In fact, parents Kendra and Dan hired TWE for their other daughter’s wedding in Arizona later this year! Contact us today to find out how we can be a part of your celebration!
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Photography: Nicole Sepulveda Photography Planning, Design & Production: Tan Weddings & Events Venue: B.R. Cohn After Party Venue: Fairmont Sonoma Mission Inn & Spa Catering & Accommodations: Fairmont Sonoma Mission Inn & Spa Florals: Flourish DJ: Function 45 Entertainment Live Music: Justin Diaz Music Video: Phillip Alan Films Cake: Flour & Bloom Dessert: Cafe Apae Rentals: Theoni Collection, Bright Event Rentals Linens: BBJ La Tavola Linen Signage & Paperie: Shimmer & Stain HMUA: Jenn V Beauty Transportation: Napa Valley Wine Country Tours Classic Trolley: Sonoma Valley Wine Trolley Suit: The Black Tux Dress: Calla Blanche from Schaffer's Bridal One of the most exciting steps of wedding planning is wedding dress shopping! Who wouldn't love playing dress up for one of most important days of their life? As thrilling as the process can be, it can also be overwhelming. We have three tips to keep in mind to keep the process as smooth as it should be whether you are looking for one dress, two, or even three! Have A Budget in Mind Make sure you have a budget in mind plus 30% extra for alterations. Whether you are prioritizing your budget or prioritizing your dress, a budget is a great first factor in narrowing down a selection. Wedding gown retailers have hundreds, if not thousands of choices - a clear budget will start you in the right direction! Shop EARLY! Some dresses take months just to get in stock! Some brides end up creating a custom gown with different elements, some gowns require lengthy production times or need a surplus of time for a variety of alterations. If you're purchasing multiple gowns, the time should only be increased to make sure all of your pieces come together. The last thing you want is to be stressed that your dress won't be ready on time, so fight the procrastination and knock this out early! You'll be so happy and relieved that you did. Consider Bustling Decide if the dress will be floor length without bustling, visualize whether you want a train that will need bustling, or consider whether you want to purchase or rent a second dress for dancing all together! Be sure to have a designated person from the wedding attend your alternation appointments to learn how to bustle your dress if needed. Take videos of the process and make sure they're comfortable with the steps prior to the wedding day. On wedding day itself, have a crochet hook handy as these are incredibly helpful for those tiny buttons and loops! Our team is full of great advice and tips and we'd love to share with you how we can be a part of your special day :)
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Planning, Coordination, Design, Piano & Gift Bags: Tan Weddings & Events Venue & Catering: CIA Greystone Calistoga Ranch Florals: Scarlett & Grace HMUA: Jenn V Beauty Dress: Vera Wang Shoes: Cinderollies Tux: Tom Ford There’s nothing quite like a stunning detailed composition full of the most delicate pieces from your wedding day. These flat lay photos leave space for the imagination to journey down paths of what a wedding could shape up to be. They capture the things that wedding guests often overlook and preserve the items' special qualities for the years to come to reflect on with pure joy. Now how exactly do you achieve creating these dreamy photos? Everyone will remember their wedding shoes, rings, ties, and hair accessories, but here’s our list of 3 must-have items to be sure to pack for your wedding photographer that you might not initially think of. Full Invitation Suite And yes! We mean FULL invitation suite. Include your invite, the envelope, the RSVP card, details card, even the stamps if they go with your aesthetic! These start the base of so many amazing detail shots and it’s something you likely wouldn’t think of needing on the day of the wedding :) Perfume & Cologne Bottles Some people are tempted to pack a travel sized fragrance for convenience reasons on their wedding day. Instead, take up the extra space and bring the full size bottle! These are always so much prettier and bring a textural element to your photos. Extra Floral Blooms & Ribbons When planning ahead with your florist, be sure to ask them to include a few extra blooms for your photographer to incorporate into your detail shots. Florists will often have stunning ribbon choices as well and we highly recommend requesting a couple extra feet to add another layer to the composition! We’re here to remember the little things and to help you with tasks both large and small! Schedule your consultation meeting today for more information on how we can make your day a complete success :) 
Even before linens, placesettings, and florals beautifully grace the dinner tables, a well-conceived layout is essential to the experience of the wedding celebration. Early in the design phase of planning, Tan Weddings & Events accounts for the character and strengths of the venue to optimize the setting, the flow, and the fun of the event. The placement of ceremony chairs, the orientation of the sweetheart table, the spacing of dinner rounds and farm tables, location of the dance floor, DJ, and lighting, the bar and cocktail tables, the proximity of coffee and dessert stations to the dinner space, and the caterer's prep area - these are just a few of the layout details that warrant thoughtful and keen consideration. TWE starts with concept renderings that are shared with the client and the vendor team, then fine-tuned and finalized, and on day of production, the TWE team supervises placement of furnishings and decor. Rick Tan, principal planner and designer, brings a tape measure on production day to ensure dinner tables are perfectly placed and chairs are evenly set! "Little-known fact, I am certified in feng shui! Along with an obsession for symmetry, I believe layout design should give guests a good sense of orientation, they should be able to fluidly transition through the different parts of the event, to have a sensual experience. In reality, if the layout is well-conceived, the couple and their guests should not even notice it, only that they are having a fabulously fun evening!"     Photography: Nicole Sepulveda Planning, Design & Production: Tan Weddings & Events Venue: BR Cohn After Party Venue: Fairmont Sonoma Mission Inn & Spa Catering & Accommodations: Fairmont Sonoma Mission Inn & Spa Florals: Flourish DJ: Function 45 Entertainment Live Music: Justin Diaz Video: Phillip Alan Film Cake: Flour & Bloom Dessert: Cafe Apae Rentals: Theoni Collection, Bright Event Rentals Linens: BBJ Linen Signage & Paperie: Shimmer & Stain HMUA: Jenn V Beauty Transportation: Napa Valley Wine Country Tours Classic Trolley: Sonoma Wine Trolley Suit: The Black Tux Dress: Calla Blanche from Schaffer's Bridal  Emily & Renzo's wedding was an epitome of a Summer in love. Their day exuded warmth, intimacy, joy, and genuine adoration. From every small detail, whether it was the photos of every year in their relationship leading up to their marriage, whether it was their incredibly unique and dedicated vows, or whether it was the obvious love and support their friends & family have of their blooming marriage, the day was one to remember. Emily herself created the signage and menus for the day - her design choices tied perfectly with the color scheme and aesthetic of their day. One of Emily & Renzo's friends actually created and handmade their wedding rings! Truly a one of a kind gift of love. Joyce Zhou Designs enhanced Emily's and made sure there was not a curl out of place. Her team even stayed extra long for a hair change before the reception! Once the gowns were on, the hair was pinned, the ties were tied, it was showtime. Carneros Resort and Spa provided the perfect July evening backdrop with the sun setting behind the wine country hills. Their team created the tastiest of appetizers, entrees, and desserts. Strelitzia Flower Co. delicately created succulent centerpieces which doubled as the perfect guest favor for the end of the evening! The evening ended with s'mores by the fire and a dancing crowd that loved to move - DeBorba Events made sure the party was a hit from the very start! Kate Kennedy Photo did an incredible job capturing the essence of the day and made sure the couple's personalized touches will be cherished forever.
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Photography: Kate Kennedy Photo Planning, Design & Production: Tan Weddings & Events Venue, Catering & Accommodations: Carneros Resort & Spa Florals: Strelitzia Flower Co. DJ: DeBorba Events HMUA: Joyce Zhou Designs  “We are partners and colleagues and friends and lovers,” declared Laurie and Alfonse, of their relationship, adding, “and into French Art Nouveau!” It inspired their planners Rick and Jennifer Tan of Tan Weddings & Events to create an event that was sweet and soulful, romantic and joyful. After visiting some venues in Napa and Sonoma with their planners, the couple chose Silverado Resort & Spa. Its sprawling manicured lawns, luxe accommodations, and top notch catering offered the perfect setting for hosting their guests - colleagues and friends and families. The mansion was designed and built over 150 years ago with touches of Italian and French architecture, which resonated with the couple’s aesthetic. A favorite poster the couple owned by Art Nouveau painter Alfonse Mucha provided the color palette and the spirit of the event. Florals by Flourish Designs were lush, whimsical, and colorful. The signage and paperie by Nikisha King Design House was en pointe with gold tool line motifs. But it was the soul of the couple - their genuine love, sense of gratitude, humor, fun, and flair that radiated to make their celebration magnifique!
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