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Dressing for a wedding can be complicated, but when the invitation suggests “semi-formal attire” you may be more confused than ever! You know that flip flops and ball gowns are a no-go, but there’s a pretty big range of options in between to choose from. Many weddings with a “semi-formal” dress code leave guests wondering […]

Over the past few years, I have had the pleasure of coordinating several weddings at the beautiful Ocean Institute in Dana Point, California. The Ocean Institute is a unique venue, doubling as an environmental research facility. Each year, thousands of visitors enjoy exploring The Pilgrim (a full-sized replica of the hide brig of Richard Henry Dana […]

The suggestion of a winter wedding may seem a little risky if you live in colder areas of the country, but couples in Southern California don’t have the same concerns. In fact, choosing to celebrate in the “off-season” can give you all the perks of a spring wedding with the added benefit of choosing florals, […]

You may be wondering if you have to wear your mom’s wedding dress and a blue-lace garter to adhere to an old bridal tradition, but you shouldn’t sacrifice your own personal taste to embrace “something old, something new, something borrowed, something blue.” Hints of tradition sprinkled throughout your wedding can celebrate family history and honor […]

Just because we think of red and green when we think of December does not mean we have to limit our holiday home decor. Although I have always lived in Southern California and have never had a “White Christmas”, I love the idea of bringing the snow inside.  No, not literally. I am not encouraging […]

My name is Nicolette Moody, Founder and Event Coordinator for Sparkling Soirées, and I welcome you to the launch of my custom, full-service wedding & event planning company based in Orange County, California. After years of working in the wedding industry, including the coordination of more than a hundred events in Orange County, a new […]