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Maximum Capacity Events is honored and thrilled to have been nominated for San Diego’s Best Wedding Planner! There are just a few days left to vote (polls close September 3!) so if you haven’t voted for us yet, please do! The Best of 10news.com’s A-List features more than 3,800 of San Diego’s best local businesses.
Glimpse Into Their Love Story
Take a quick peek into the weddings of some wonderful Maximum Capacity Clients!
Beat the Wedding Day Heat
One third of weddings take place in the hottest season of the year. While sunny skies and warm summer breezes may be the ideal setting for a picnic or day at the beach, they can create some problems for the bride and groom on their special day. Fortunately, we have some tips to help avoid
When (and How) to Give Thanks
Growing up, our parents taught that we should always thank people for giving us a gift. However, when it comes to weddings, there are so many gifts exchanged that it can be difficult to figure out exactly when and how to give thanks. Here are some pointers: 1) Always send a formal thank-you letter via
Table Talk: A Couple Things To Consider
When you are considering what type of decor to add to your guest’s table there are a couple things to keep in mind. Large centerpieces may look appealing in the store but oftentimes when placed in the center of a round table your guests will be unable to see each other, so try to keep
Welcome to the Wedding World: Nicole
Wow! I am already amazed at how much I have learned about planning a wedding in the two weeks since I joined the team at Maximum Capacity Events. I am looking forward to helping couples make their special day run as smoothly as possible! None of my friends were surprised when I told them that I have an
Help!! I’m a Bridesmaid
As we all know the long journey to the aisle can be a stressful one, event for the bridesmaids. Don’t sweat the bridezilla, here are some simple tips and tricks to making the experience a great one. Provide emotional support at all times. Take some of the work load off her shoulders by making phone
Top To Die For Weddings
With all the talk to Chelsea Clintons over the top wedding, we wanted to take a look back at some of the most expensive high profile weddings. Tiger Woods and Elin Nordegren’s weddings comes in at an estimated $1.5 million, which only proves that a larger budged does not equal a longer marriage. Michael Douglas and Catherine
Chelsea’s Wedding of the Century
Everyone is talking about bride to be Chelsea Clinton. She has been in the public eye since her awkward teens, but now with the prestige of a Presidential Wedding and all that that inferes she has been watched under a microscope. The Covert Wedding Operation will take place this Saturday, July 31st in upstate New
Learning the Ropes: Kimberly von Fremd
I am very excited to start this new internship and be apart of the Maximum Capacity team! I know there is a lot I can learn while gaining valuable experience from this company. I am most excited to get a first hand look behind the scenes of wedding planning by meeting with different vendors and
Wedding Party Responsibilities. Who Does What!?
Bride and Groom : Together Decide on your budget. Consult with your parents, if they are paying for or contributing to the wedding. Decide on and set the style, theme, date, time, and the place of ceremony and reception. Make the reservations and deposits. Meet with your wedding officiate and participate in any premarital counseling
Say What? A Guide to Wedding Day Lingo.
A la Carte – A menu style which allows guests to order from a menu. Basque- refers to a style of waistline that drops 2-inches below the natural waist and often dips into a point in the center. Bomboniere – Gifts purchased for the guests by the bride and groom usually passed around or left
Flowers for Weddings – By Season
SPRING Anemone * Blue, red, pink, white * Jan-May and Aug-Dec. Bells of Ireland * Green * January-October Boronia * Pink * April-May Casa Blanca Lily * White * January-October Daffodil * Yellow * January-Early May Delphinium * White, Blue * April- October Hyacinth * Purple, Pink or White Lilacs * Violet or White
Wedding Traditions
BRIDE’S BOUQUET In history, a bride carried her bouquet for protective reasons. Carrying strong spelling spices or garlic could help to drive away evil spirits which might plague the wedding. Eventually the floral bouquet became prevalent and symbolized fertility and the hope for a large family. Each flower was assigned a particular meaning when carried
How to Address Wedding Invitations
Addressing wedding invitations properly can be tricky and tiresome. Use this handy chart to help you address each invite correctly, no matter the status of your guest may be. SITUATION INNER ENVELOPE(NO 1st NAME or ADDY) OUTER ENVELOPE (HAS 1st NAME & ADDY) Husband and Wife with Same Surname Mr. and Mrs. Giles
3 Weddings in 3 Days – What’s in my Emergency Kit?
Hello All! I’m so sorry that I’ve been such a slacker on posting lately. I have 3 weddings in 3 days, in 2 different counties, 3 different cities, and 3 very different couples. Needless to say, it’s been pretty hectic, and Friday, Saturday, and Sunday will require a lot of Red Bull and coffee! Regardless, I love
We Support the Troops
************ I wanted everyone to make note of the military spouse discount. Since I’m well aware of the trials and tribulations that are associated with marrying someone in the armed forces, I’ve decided to offer a very special discount to those marrying into the military. Maximum Capacity Events is offering the Day-Of Wedding Coordination
Sky Couture Custom Gowns
We recently met an amazing family of women who own and operate Sky Couture Custom Gown. This what they are all about: “Southern California – Sky Couture Custom Gowns is the face of local alta costura, with affluent beauty, style, lines and silhouettes fit for every shape and size. Originality is the key word in
New Couple in the Maximum Capacity Events Family
As we get more into this whole blogging thing, I’ve decided that we will keep the world updated on some the weddings we plan and the amazing couples we plan them for. Usually, all the public sees is the end result, so this will be a fun way to let everyone know some of the
Bar Guide
Bar Guide It’s a common problem among brides and grooms to either purchase too little or too much alcohol for their guests. It can also be difficult to figure out the appropriate quantity of liquors, beers, and wines to stock, to ensure you don’t run out until the night has ended. Here is a little
10 Reasons to Hire a Wedding Planner
1) Piece of mind Stress is a big part of any wedding. A wedding planner can help alleviate the stress by helping you with the most difficult parts of a wedding. They can also be someone to vent to and a voice of reason. 2) Avoid the business side of wedding A wedding planner
Escort Cards Vs. Place Cards
These terms are often used interchangeably, but they actually play different roles in the wedding reception. Escort Cards: Escort cards are used to let the guests know where their assigned seat is. The escort card is usually a folded tent card, lined up on a table with a few other decorative elements. The escort
The Perfect Gown for an Imperfect Body
If only we could all look like Heidi Klum or Gisele Bundchen. Alas, most brides happen to only be human, and thus unable to look like a supermodel in every wedding gown they try on. Here are a few tips for finding the perfect style for your body type. GOWN TYPE Mermaid: A mermaid dress
Crystal Vision Bridal Gala
Last week was spent in gloriously hectic preparation for the bridal show, Crystal Vision Bridal Gala, in Fontana, California. Since we primarily serve San Diego and Orange County, it was quite a trek for us all the way up to Fontana. Many brides from that area have held their weddings in Orange County, so