Persian Panache

Easily the crowned glory of our summer wedding series, our handsome couple Nina and Sam celebrated their masterpiece realized at The Langham Huntington in Pasadena with MJSE at their side every (jeweled) step of the way. White Lilac created a beautiful white and pale pink paradise for the couple's ceremony with fabric flitting in the breeze. Renowned musicians played traditional instruments such as the Setar and Tombak as the bride walked down the aisle towards a truly modern and stunning Sofreh. After bestowing the couple with gifts, guests were led to a chic cocktail area with plush white lounge pieces, mirrored bars and striking turquoise and peacock colored linens and floral arrangements. We helped Nina into her reception dress, a sensational Grecian number by Monique Lhuillier and prepped the couple for their Grand Entrance into the dazzling Viennese Ballroom which was adorned with a gorgeous silver base laying way for varying shades of plum and mauve. A singer serenaded the couple during their first dance and scintillating performers took to the dance floor to rev up the party. Many details went into the planning, and we are quite proud of the results. Enjoy! Photography courtesy of Apertura.

Dewey Decimal Delight

A true testament to the design powers that be at MJSE! After presenting a few custom color schemes to our dynamic scientist duo (yes, they are both scientists!), our book-loving couple chose a gorgeous and clean burnt orange, crisp blue and off-white palette. Since the wedding location was none other than the Los Angeles Public Library (double yay!), we HAD to incorporate all of the appropriate details. Book marks were sent as Save the Dates; an old card catalog was used to display guests' escort cards which were fashioned after cards used in old catalogs; tables were named after the Dewey Decimal System (you are seated at table 514: Topology); and guests were sent home with one of several classic books wrapped with an elegant ribbon (think The Gift of the Magi, Pride & Prejudice, and Peter Rabbit). We had more in store for guests than just a kitschy academic ambiance - a gourmet meal from Lucques was served as well! Cucumber mint cocktails paved the way for a four course gastronomic masterpiece. What is the one thing just as delicious as the food? The photos from Michael & Anna Costa of course!