The Journal

Hi Brides & Grooms-to-be! As a thank you for supporting Sparkling Soirees, we put together a Bridal Black Friday 2020 blog full of great deals & fun ideas for your upcoming weddings.  As a bride myself, I used Black Friday last year to grab all the goodies for my big day. It saved me hundreds […]

As you are lining up, ready to walk down the aisle, here are a few tips to keep in mind. For a traditional American ceremony, the ladies stand on the left side (when looking at the alter as a guest) and the gentlemen on the right side. Make sure the bridal party walks down the […]

As you are lining up, ready to walk down the aisle, here are a few tips to keep in mind. For a traditional American ceremony, the ladies stand on the left side (when looking at the alter as a guest) and the gentlemen on the right side. Make sure the bridal party walks down the […]

(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.) If you are one of the hundreds of brides and grooms who have had to postpone their wedding due to the coronavirus pandemic, we totally understand […]

Hi Brides & Grooms-to-be! As a thank you for supporting Sparkling Soirees, we put together a Black Friday blog full of great deals & fun ideas for your upcoming weddings. Happy Shopping!  Bridal Gowns Blush Bridal Couture November 29th, doors open 7am (in store) Wedding Dresses for $550 out the door – CASH ONLY All […]

Themed wedding drinks are a great, creative way to personalize your big day. We all know the bar will be a hot spot during the cocktail hour and reception, so add a special touch to this area as well with personalized cocktail names! Whether you want to incorporate your wedding colors, you and your spouse’s […]

Themed wedding drinks are a great, creative way to personalize your big day. We all know the bar will be a hot spot during the cocktail hour and reception, so add a special touch to this area as well with personalized cocktail names! Whether you want to incorporate your wedding colors, you and your spouse’s […]

When Tiffany and Eric’s loved ones yelled “jump,” the energy and excitement in the air was palpable. On a beautiful September day in Southern California, the bride and groom embraced the centuries-old tradition of “jumping the broom.” With symbolism rooted in African history, a beautifully decorated broom was laid on the ground in front of […]

(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.) Many brides and grooms want to thank their guests for celebrating with them, but many couples struggle to pick out a small gift that reflects the […]

Want to have your guests talking about your wedding for years to come? Dancing the night away to a fun DJ is always memorable, but why not surprise them with alternative entertainment, as well?  Consider some of these sensational ways to liven up your reception! Photo Booth After all, a picture is worth a thousand words! […]

Want to have your guests talking about your wedding for years to come? Dancing the night away to a fun DJ is always memorable, but why not surprise them with alternative entertainment, as well?  Consider some of these sensational ways to liven up your reception! Photo Booth After all, a picture is worth a thousand words! […]

Elizabeth and Claudio were married at the picturesque El Adobe De Capistrano on a stunning November afternoon. With tall palms providing vibrant, rich greenery contrasting with shades of beige and chestnut of the venue, this wedding was as stunning as the bride and groom. As our team prepped for their small, intimate ceremony, we told […]

Our beach babes began their love story surfing, so the waves crashing into a private beach in Southern California served as the perfect witness to their union. Our bride and groom stood on the sand in Laguna Beach’s Three Arch Bay as they committed to each other on a beautiful September afternoon. While the bridal […]