The Journal

Now that you have your bridal party by your side, its time to celebrate! Say goodbye to the single life the right way with a bachelorette weekend with your favorite gals. For my ladies in the Orange County area, here are a few of our favorite getaway locations. We hope you enjoy!   Vegas, Baby […]

Dreams are made of the perfect June wedding, but every wedding season has its pros and cons. Sunny, blue skies can be the perfect backdrop for your celebration, but there are a few things to consider before walking down the aisle on a summer day. Choosing a summer wedding date can help you avoid the […]

Dreams are made of the perfect June wedding, but every wedding season has its pros and cons. Sunny, blue skies can be the perfect backdrop for your celebration, but there are a few things to consider before walking down the aisle on a summer day. Choosing a summer wedding date can help you avoid the […]

We’ve all heard it. “The groom shouldn’t see the bride before the wedding!” In an effort to avoid any supposed bad luck, a groom traditionally wouldn’t see his bride until she appeared at the end of the aisle. If you’ve seen the romantic comedy 27 Dresses, you know that as everyone else’s eyes are on […]

Including children in your wedding day can be wonderful, but challenging. While they radiate sweetness and excitement, young kids can be unpredictable and easily bored. If you’d like to involve them in your ceremony and/or reception, think abut your options, discuss the details with your wedding coordinator, and have fun with your youngest guests. Ceremony, […]

The idea of having a fancy white book with blank pages for your friends and family to write their names in as they arrive at your wedding probably seems a bit antiquated. Instead of having a non-descript book that will sit in a box in your closet, choose from some of our favorite “guest book” […]

The idea of having a fancy white book with blank pages for your friends and family to write their names in as they arrive at your wedding probably seems a bit antiquated. Instead of having a non-descript book that will sit in a box in your closet, choose from some of our favorite “guest book” […]

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 […]

(This page contains affiliate links, meaning I will make a commission at no extra cost to you, should you click through and make a purchase. Read my disclosure for more info.) The big day is here! After years of hoping to find your Prince Charming and months of planning, you finally get to marry the man of […]

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 […]

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 […]