Day 2: Down the Aisle with Style

I promised eye-candy, and boy do I have a treat for you!  I am almost drooling over these photos I came across of some amazingly beautiful decorated wedding aisles.  You don't have to go as over-the-top as this, but you can definitely get inspiration on ways to spruce it up so that you can walk down the aisle in style!

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Until next time, happy planning!

Nikola Ahaiwe

Owner/Lead Coordinator

Platinum Touch Events
(310) 722-2873

email: info@platinumtoucheventsla.com

web: http://www.platinumtoucheventsla.com/

blog: http://www.platinumtouchevents.blogspot.com/

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30 Day Blogging Challenge & We've Been Featured!

Hello out there! Did you miss me?! My poor blog has been neglected lately and I feel awful.  When I started this blog, my goal was to post 3-4 times per week, but because of my busy schedule, that goal has fallen somewhere by the wayside.  But, because I believe everyone has a chance to redeem themselves, I have come up with a solution: the 30-Day Blogging Challenge! That's right my friends, I have committed myself to blogging every single day for the next 30 days (with the exception of my already scheduled vacation March 4-7).  So, what does this mean for you? Well, that's an easy one: more informative tips, advice, ideas, and of course some delicious eye candy to help get you on your way to planning a fabulous event!  I'll even throw in a few video blog posts from time to time.

Now don't get me wrong, I am not planning to disappear into oblivion again after the 30days.  The purpose is to get myself back in the writing groove and to follow my original vision to bring fresh content to my readers 3-4 times a week.  So sit back, relax, and enjoy the journey because boy do I have some good stuff in store for you!



To kick off the 30 Day Challenge on a positive note, I wanted to share some exciting news: Platinum Touch Events has been featured on The Favour Shoppe blog!  It was our first article contribution ever...how awesome is that?!  Show some love by clicking here to check out the article "Ten Money-Saving Tips for Your Wedding".  Be sure to leave a comment below to let me know what you think of it.

Remember to check back tomorrow for Day 2 of the 30 Day Blogging Challenge!

Nikola

Romance Concierge Services

Valentine's Day is just around the corner (two weeks to be exact)!!!  Still haven't planned anything for your significant other? Well, Platinum Touch Events has got you covered!  We are pleased to introduce our signature Romance Concierge services, just in time for the most romantic day of the year!

If you would like to plan an amazing, romantic evening, Platinum Touch Events can help you arrange everything.  Acting as your personal romance concierge, we can handle all hotel, dinner, and transportation reservations (upon request). We have a variety of packages to choose from , or we can work together to customize a package to suit your needs.

Services include, but not limited to:

*Suite Decoration

*Dinner/Hotel Reservations

*Romantic getaway planning

*Couples Spa/Massages

*Boudoir Photo Sessions

*In-Home Decor

*Personal Shopping

*Sensual Gift Baskets

...and much more!

Are you thinking about proposing to the man/woman in your life, but not sure where to get started or how to pull it off? Contact Platinum Touch Events today! We can help you create the most spectacular, memorable proposal ever! 

Call today for a free consultation!!!

Platinum Touch Events

www.platinumtoucheventsla.com

info@platinumtoucheventsla.com

(310) 722-2873

Real Parties: Dora Fiesta 3rd Birthday

A couple of weekends ago, I had the pleasure of putting together a Dora Fiesta 3rd Birthday Party for the most adorable twin girls in the world (ok, I may be a little biased because they're MY twins girls, but they are beautiful nonetheless).  For weeks as I planned the party I had one major concern: the weather! For the past two years, the weather has been terrible on the twins' birthday: the first year it was raining, the second year it was SUPER windy. I had some awesome entertainment lined up, so the last thing I needed was for mother nature to rain on our parade, literally!

But the weather was great!  It was bright and sunny...the perfect day for a party! So, party is what we did.  The theme was "A Dora Fiesta", and the kids (and adults) had a great time feasting on Mexican food (ceviche, enchiladas, beans, and spanish rice), jumping in the bounce house, and riding the party train.  There was even a special surprise appearance by Dora.

Check the pics below for all the Fiesta fun!

The kid's tables set-up...

A close-up of the place settings...

Dora birthday banner served as a nice backdrop...

The favor table/drink station...

The Manzanita Photo Tree was a party highlight...guests enjoyed seeing photos of the twins throughout the years...

I handmade these Dora "Backpacks" for the girls and Diego "Rescue Packs" for the boys...aren't they the cutest?!?!

No kids party is complete without a jumper (aka bounce house)...

We had a clown to entertain the kids...

and Dora herself made an appearance...

But the ultimate highlight of the party was, hands-down, the Trackless Party Train!!!

I had a chance to ride on the train and I think I may have had a little more fun than the kids!

The train played music as it wheeled the kids around the neighborhood...

The birthday girls!

The cake featured a picture of the birthday girls...

I wonder what they wished for as they blew out the candles...a bike perhaps?!

Wishes come true!!!

Come On, Vamanos! It's a Dora Fiesta!

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*Singing* - Come on vamanos, everybody let's go!!!!!!

My twin daughters, Aaliya & Alexis love Dora the Explorer. So, it was really a no-brainer when it was time to decide on a theme for their 3rd birthday party: a Dora Fiesta!!! I am so excited because I have some really great ideas for the party and I've been working on some really fun and cute DIY projects. As usual, i'm really anxious to see how everything comes together. I only have one MAJOR concern: the weather, ugh! Their birthday is at the end of January, so it's usually raining (keeping fingers crossed that it doesn't this year) or super cold. Either way, I'm sure we'll have a blast!

Here is a photo of me and the twins at 2 years old....awww, they grow up sooo fast!

I'll be posting from time to time with updates on the party so you'll definitely want to stay tuned.

Until next time, happy planning!

Nikola Ahaiwe
Platinum Touch Events
(310) 722-2873
email: info@platinumtoucheventsla.com
web: http://www.platinumtoucheventsla.com/
blog: http://www.platinumtouchevents.blogspot.com/
facebook: www.facebook.com/platinumtouchevents

Floral Eye Candy

OMG, I spotted this on the Lemiga Events blog and just HAD to share.  If you look really closely, you'll see  a yellow zipper attached to the leaf! How creative is that!!!  The floral arrangement was designed by StudioWed Atlanta vendor, The Savage Garden, for the Atlantan Brides Evening of Luxury event.  Here are a few more pics for your viewing pleasure:

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Now that is what I call attention to detail! I am a firm believer that the smallest details can make the biggest impact, and this definately backs up my theory!

To see the entire tablescape, and more pics from the event, click here.

Thanksgiving: Preston Bailey Style!

I've spent the entire day trying to recover from the 4-day weekend. I had a wonderful Thanksgiving, shared with the people that matter to me most: my family! This was my first year cooking the Thanksgiving meal, and I have to say, I am very proud of myself because it came out great!

So, this morning, I was scoping out the blogosphere (one of my daily routines), and I came across a post on Preston Bailey's blog showcasing how he celebrated Thanksgiving with his family. I was impressed to say the least.  This man truly does everything BIG! If you don't know who Preston Bailey is, I suggest you Google him ASAP. His work is absolutely phenomenal. 

Check out a few photos of a Thanksgiving celebration done Preston Bailey style:

The flower arrangements are STUNNING!

Simply gorgeous!

So much attention to detail.

What better way to say "Thanks" than with cash?

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The dinner was held at his NYC studio for 50 of his closest friends and family members. Now, that is a Thanksgiving celebration I would have loved to crash! For more photos, check out Preston's blog.

Nikola Ahaiwe

Owner/Lead Coordinator

Platinum Touch Events
(310) 722-2873

email: info@platinumtoucheventsla.com

web: http://www.platinumtoucheventsla.com/

blog: http://www.platinumtouchevents.blogspot.com/

facebook: www.facebook.com/platinumtouchevents