What's Happening - August 2010

It's that time again!!!  Here on the Platinum Touch Events blog, we like to round up all of the happenings of the month, to keep you informed, prepared, and inspired when it comes to planning your BIG day.  So without further ado, here are just a few of the bridal events taking place this month:

Friday, Aug. 6, 2010

Haute Bride Accessories Trunk Show

Mary Linn's Bridal
9740 Wilshire Blvd.,
Beverly Hills, CA 90212
1pm-4pm (Note: This is a 3 day event)

Designer Lindsie Jones will be present to help you create and design the perfect accessories for your special day! Space is limited so please call (310) 860-9221  to book an appt.

Sunday, Aug. 8, 2010

BrideWorld Expo

Crown Plaza Hotel
300 N Harbor Dr.
Redondo Beach, CA 90015
10am-4pm
$10 admission

Don't miss the South Bay's largest wedding planning expo of the year. Discover aisles of unique and hard-to-find wedding items. Shop and compare 90 local wedding professionals, products and services. Find the best wedding prices and packages. Fashion shows at 12 pm and 2 pm. Planning Seminar 1pm. Driving directions and complete list of participating companies online. Register in advance to save time and reserve FREE magazines and workbooks.

Bridal Premiere

Hyatt Hotel - Westlake Village
880 S. Westlake Blvd.
Westlake Village, CA 91361
11am-3pm
$10 admission

The Bridal Premier, now in its 28th year, offers a fun-day filled with ideas, expert advice, and plenty of prizes for the lucky bride-to-be and her groom!
Meet over 65 wedding professionals ready to assist with all aspects of wedding planning, view fashion shows that feature the latest in wedding attire, stroll the aisles, sample tasty treats from caterers and bakeries, be snapped at the photo booth, and register for thousands of dollars in door prizes. The first 100 Brides to enter the show are entered to win a Hyatt "Honeymoon" Weekend!

Tuesday, Aug. 10, 2010

Crash the Wedding: An Eco-Forward Staged Wedding for Charity

357 S. Robertson Blvd.
Beverly Hills, CA 90211
6pm-10pm
Admission: $50 per couple

Imagine getting the opportunity to experience a wedding first hand with the top specialists in the area at one of the most beautiful locations. Brides and grooms get to see first hand through a touch and feel experience unlike any wedding show out there.

Sunday, Aug. 15, 2010

Bridal Showplace - Long Beach Wedding Expo

Queen Mary - Long Beach
1126 Queens Hwy.
Long Beach, CA 90802
11am-4pm
$5 Admission

Sunday, Aug. 29, 2010

Here Comes The Bride - The Elegant Bridal Experience

Radisson Hotel Los Angeles Westside
Pacifica Ballroom, 2nd Floor
6161 W Centinela Ave.
Culver City, 90230
12pm-4pm
$8 Admission w/ website coupon (http://HereComeTheBrides.net )

Come relax and enjoy yourself at our bridal show as you and your groom meet and interview some of the most trust-worthy wedding professionals waiting to serve you! Sample cake and mouthwatering goodies. See beautiful bridal fashions from local wedding salons at the runway fashion show. From cake to travel, and all things in between, the show will help you shorten your needs list.




As always, wishing you a happy planning experience!

Nikola

**Please note that Platinum Touch Events does not endorse, nor are we affiliated with any of these events.  The list is purely for informational purposes.

"A Themed Occasion" Open House/Networking Event

Last weekend, Platinum Touch Events hosted "A Themed Occasion" Open House/Networking Mixer at the American Rent All Showroom in Tarzana.  I would like to thank all of the AMAZING vendors that participated to make this event happen:

American Rent All/Party Rentals Pro - Event Rentals
The Legacy Boutique - Photography
Bittersweet Treats - Dessert
Ashley Reed/Mary Kay Cosmetics - Gift Bags
Your Special Night Entertainment - DJ
PAMA/Hypnotiq - Bartender/Cocktails
Lili Lutu - Jewelry Design
Sweet Seductionz - Adult Party Consultants
Sherri J Photography - Gift Cards

Professional pics coming soon, but in the meantime, here is a sneak peek:

Tables set-up at American Rent All:

"Something Blue" Bridal Shower tablescape:

"Diva Bling" Sweet 16 Tablescape:

Yellow, black, & white baby shower tablescape:

This area was set up as the "VIP Bridal Suite":

Cocktails were provided by PAMA/Hypnotiq (they were sooo yummy!!!)

Missed the photo of the yummy food/dessert spread; this photo was taken after the event.  Leftovers were delivered to a homeless shelter in downtown LA.

"A Themed Occasion" was developed from a concept to provide a day of "networking, inspiration, and fun".  I am looking forward to planning the next open house event, which I am hoping to do on a yearly, or maybe even seasonal basis. Stay tuned for more details...the next event will be BIGGER and BETTER!!!

Startup Nation's Leading Moms in Business Competition

Last year, I was bummed that I had I missed the deadline to enter the Leading Moms in Business Competition.  So, when I found out that Startup Nation decided to bring the competition back for a second year, I was more than excited to enter!!!  Winning this contest would not only be a great opportunity to take Platinum Touch Events to the next level, but it's an opportunity to combine the two things I am most in love with: being a mom and entrepreneur!  I love that this contest is shining the light on amazing women from all walks of life who are chasing their dreams while taking care of home.  Being a mother is not an easy task...being a mother with a startup business is even more challenging.  However, there are countless superwomen out there that are making it happen: scheduling numerous appointments, working long hours, constantly on the go...but making sure they make it to every cheerleading competition, every school play, every parent-teacher conference...then home in time to make dinner, help with homework, and prepare for the next day to do it all over again.  The saying "a mother's work is never done" is an understatement!

With all that being said, I would truly appreciate the support of all those who know and believe in me...heck, even if you don't know or believe in me, your vote would be greatly appreciated in helping me realize my dream of being a successful businesswoman.  You can show your support by clicking on the "Vote for Platinum Touch Events" icon located on the right hand side of this blog, or by clicking on this link.

Good things are on the horizon!!!

Open House 2010

Over the last couple of weeks, I have been extremely busy: preparing a new marketing campaign, attending networking events and client meetings, etc. Also, this past Friday, I had the privilege of coordinating the wedding of my super adorable clients Tatiana & Ryan (more on them soon)! I definitely have to send a HUGE thank you to my wonderful assistant Jacqueline for helping to make sure everything ran smoothly. Believe me when I say that she is amazing and truly a joy to have on my team!

So what's next for Platinum Touch Events? Well, I have a few things brewing in the pot, but the one I am most excited about is my very first Open House. I decided to put on an event that will showcase exactly what it is that Platinum Touch Events can do for our clients. This will be an opportunity for past, present, and future clients to get a glimpse of what PTE has to offer. I will be presenting several themed tablescapes to showcase my work, there will be fabulous vendors on hand to help make your wedding/event planning process a breeze, along with tasty appetizers, exciting entertainment, and yummy cocktails, this will be an event that you will NOT want to miss.

The Open House is in it's very early planning stages, but more details will be coming soon. I am soooo excited to have the opportunity to give everyone a glimpse into my world. Stay tuned!

What's Going On?!

I have been a bad, BAD blogger. If you're like me, you don't like hearing excuses, so I'll keep it simple and honest: I have been a busy woman! But, I am back and ready to present to you the goings-on in the wonderful world of weddings:

Sunday, Apr. 18, 2010

Alisa Benay Bridal Couture Trunk Show

The Bridal Bar

624 North Doheny Dr.

West Hollywood, CA

www.alisabenay.com

All brides will receive 10% off gowns, which will include the unveiling of the 2010 Winter Collection and new line "BeLoved by Alisa Benay". This event is by appointment only. Call (303) 646-7055 to schedule an appointment.

Here Comes the Bride (Bridal Show)

Warner Center Marriott Hotel, Grand Ballroom

21850 Oxnard st.

Woodland Hills, CA

12pm-4pm

Last Minute Bride (Bridal Boutique)

Valentino's Salon and Spa

1403 West Kenneth Rd.

Glendale, CA

1pm-5pm

www.justwenderful.blogspot.com

There are always last minute details to be filled to make the wedding day perfect, so local businesses are banding together and bringing the last minute bride's one stop bridal shop. This is a free event.

Bridal - Fashion Show

Doubletree Hotel

222 N. Vineyard Ave.

Ontario, CA

11am-4pm

www.cethosia.com

Meet some of the Inland Empires most distinguished wedding professionals offering everything you need to plan for your perfect wedding. There will be a drawing for a free wedding gown!

Saturday, Apr. 24, 2010

Eco Event for the Bride

Mon Amie Bridal Salon

355 Bristol St.

Costa Mesa, CA

930am-5pm

www.monamie.com

Learn how to incorporate green elements into your wedding planning, meet with eco-friendly vendors, enjoy a runway fashion show, and have a chace to win a give-away! Call (714) 546-5700 for more info.

Monday, Apr. 25, 2010

"Get It Started" (Bridal Show)

Universal City Hilton

555 Universal Terrace Pkwy

Universal City, CA

11am-3pm

www.expobridal.com

Brides-to-be, here is your chance to find all the services you need in one location. $7 + 1 free guest with online registration.

Premiere Bridal Show

Long Beach Convention Center

11am-4pm

www.premierbridalexpos.com

Showcasing southern California's top wedding professionals. Shop, preview, and get insights and advice from the leading wedding experts. Admission is $10

Thursday, Apr. 29, 2010

Evening With the Masters

Marina Del Rey Hotel

13534 Bali Way

Marina Del Rey, CA 90292

630pm-930pm

www.premierebridela.com

Come spend an intimate evening with some of the wedding industry's finest professionals who know the in's and out's of making your wedding the best it can be. $5 admission with a guest. RSVP for free admission to paula@premierebride.com or call (818) 788-5305

WSEA Wedding Faire

Ayres Hotel

14400 Hindry Ave

Hawthorn, CA 90250

630pm-830pm

www.wsea.com

Come out for a chance to meet with premier wedding specialists. Cost is $5 w/ advance registration, $7 at the door

Happy Planning!