Venue: Ole Hanson Beach Club, San Clemente

I pull up to this location almost every Sunday to go run below along the beach path. I think this is the most striking location for a bride looking to get married outdoors and "by the beach" (which always seems to be a criteria among California brides). I love the Ole Hanson Beach Club in San Clemente. Look up top too, dinner and dancing outdoors, under the stars. Now how perfect is that?

I love the big long white benches...

and the sheppard hooks with river rocks...so clever!

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Working on rebranding the logo...here's the new go-forward "Kiley Walker Events" logo.

{ Amanda + Jeff } Seagrove Park and Brigantine Wedding

This was a unique wedding for me in that I actually was a guest! I have never been a guest at one of "my" weddings. My friends Amanda and Jeff made me promise that I couldn't do any work on the day of the wedding. They only allowed me to take part in helping with everything leading up to the wedding, but then on the day of the Rehearsal all the reigns were passed over to my fabulous Assistant Elizabeth Meizen. She did everything on her own, like a champ (although we did chat during the day to make sure all was going well!). That little worker-bee did a fabulous job for Amanda and Jeff, covering all the bases and ensuring everything was excuted upon just as they had asked. We loved the vibrant "yellow" that was tied in everywhere. From the flowers, to the bridesmaids dresses (they all picked their own yellow dress), to the cupcakes, chalkboard table names and lemons for fillers in the centerpieces. I think yellow sybolized Amanda's personality - a ray of sunshine, full of cheer, smiles and happiness. Weddings at Seagrove Park are always gorgeous, espcially this time of year. The fun outdoor Reception just up the road was at the imfamous "Brig." We loved this wedding big time!! Special thanks to the photos from the talented and amazing Zach Hodges Photography.

Coordinator: Kiley Walker Events
Ceremony: Seagrove Park
Reception: Brigantine Restaurant
Photographer: Zach Hodges Photography
Florist: Feather Acres Nursery
Videographer: Zach Goldman Video
Cupcakes: Cupcake Love

my next three are my favorites!

{ Suzy + Ron } St. Regis Wedding

The day turned out to be perfect. The sun was shining, the Bride was glowing, and the Groom, well he was choked up at the first site of his fiance walking down the aisle. The wedding day was perfect for these two who had only close friends and family gather to witness them sharing personal vows with one another at the lawn at Club 19 at the St. Regis Monarch Beach hotel.

These photos were taken with my phone during the Rehearsal and at the Wedding (only caught a few since we were so busy!).

Special thanks to Kelly O'Dell, the Catering Manager at the St. Regis.

Wedding Coordinator: Kiley Walker Events
Location: St. Regis Monarch Beach
Photographer: Neil Gruen Photography
Linens: Wildflower Linens
Calligraphy: Laura Hooper Calligraphy

New Venue: Montecito Gardens, San Juan Capistrano

I always love hearing about unique locations for weddings, being able to share such treasures with my prospective clients. I recently was invited to come and tour the Montecito Gardens in San Juan Capistrano. Nestled on one acre, this location is ideal for someone looking to have a private, sweet, intimate wedding. All in one...

What's not to love at the St. Regis?

The Wedding Show at the St. Regis this past weekend was stunning. Truly a beautiful event, marked with sunshine, great attendance and the vendors who helped put them all together are wonderful. Special thanks to just a few: Fantasy Florals, Enchanted Florist, Ashley Video, White Flite, Vive Entertainment, Lounge Appeal andthe St. Regis’ very own Vogue Salon for all the hair and make-up on our models. Special thanks to Erin Cole Couture Bridal Salon for providing all of the Wedding gowns for the Fashion Show. Thank you so much Tara!

Location: Arroyo Trabuco Golf Club

My husband, son and I enjoyed Valentine’s Day Brunch at Arroyo Trabuco Golf Club. It is one of my favorite locations in Orange County for a wedding. Since I had my camera with me I thought I’d take a few pictures for those who have never seen this location.

St.Regis Coordinator's Luncheon

It was an honor and a privilidge to attend the St. Regis Monarch Beach Wedding Forum and Luncheon this past week. Myself and a handful of other wedding vendors were treated to an amazing 5 course lunch with champagne, wine and at the end chocolates and more desserts (galore) upstairs in their Presedential Suite.

The St. Regis has so many choices for a bride looking to get married. They are very reasonable in their pricing and would be ideal for anyone looking to have an afternoon ceremony or evening wedding, overlooking the ocean or within one of their ballrooms. Guest counts can range from small to large, they can accomodate and work within a budget. All Saturday's in May 2010 are available too! For more information please visit St. Regis Monach Beach.

Thank you Kelly O'Dell and Amy Botdorf for your thoughtfulness and invitation to such a nice luncheon.