Palatine Book & Art Show

The Palatine Book & Art Show was composed as a celebration for someone we love.

A dear friend of our family endured a loss that all pray to avoid.  With a strong will and unwavering faith, Armen Bacon, with Nancy Miller, churned something wonderful from a devastating experience.  Through this journey, she has touched the lives of so many and published a novel of "an intimate portrait of love, loss, & unlikely friendship".

Our event on Thursday, October 11, 2012 celebrated Armen's success. As one of the most artful ladies we know, this was the perfect arena to honor her in.  Local fans with dear friends & family of this exemplary woman came throughout the evening and while picking up their very own autographed copy of Griefland, were able to enjoy live music by Tom Scott, new pieces by local artists & shopping in the Palatine Building.

Credits to Armen Bacon & Nancy Miller, Authors of Griefland

Credits to artists: Jason Casey, Jennifer Hubbard, Chance James & Britt Osburn Photography

Credits to sponsors: RSVP Please, Stems at the Palatine, Gianni Fine Jewelers & Slates Restaurant

Photo credits to Palatine Paparazzi

 

 

   

 

 

 

 

Wedding Feature: Christina & Matthew

LACE...LETTERPRESS...LOVE! 

Christina and Matthew are a beautiful Armenian-American couple who had a very distinct vintage flair.  As dear childhood friends, we were overjoyed to help them in creating their dream wedding celebration!

We thoroughly relish when we find someone who loves letterpress as much as we do - Christina & Matthew's invitation suite delivered the perfect introduction to their elegant and traditional wedding celebration. Considering their design inspiration, incorporating lace into the invitation was a must... And if I do say so myself, this design wore the letterpress SO well!  The impression deeply pierced the delicate cotton paper, and the ornate typesetting fit the hand-drawn lining of the design like a glove. Their wedding accessories also incorporated these elements and complimented their celebration table decor.

Two very unique details: Their wedding programs - included a darling envelope inside of the program, enclosing tissue "for happy tears". Loved this!  And their etched-mirror seating chart - the mirror incorporated the vintage lace design offering a mid-evening 'spramp' location for guests and {more importantly} a keepsake for the bride & groom's home, post-wedding!

Stems at the Palatine did beautiful designs for their wedding centerpieces and bridal bouquets featuring soft tones of anemones, peonies & cabbage roses!  The altar at their ceremony was framed with two large ivy-filled urns, which were also incorporated into the reception.  Another fun feature were their varied centerpieces, adding a wonderful element of dimension to the design of the room.

The evening was perfect as guests danced the night away with this bride & groom.  A union of two very loving families and a big congratulations Mr. & Mrs. Matthew Zakarian - We loved your wedding style & we love you. Cheers!!

The fabulous photography you see here is by iDropPhoto.
Additional credits to the following vendors:  Town & Country Rental, Sherri Mosher, Sweet Dreams Cakery, Erin Cole Couture, Black Tie & Bridal Lace for Tuxedos, Pardini's Catering, Stems at the Palatine, RSVP Please.

 

Wedding Feature: Armen & Stephanie

In our next few posts of featured weddings from 2011 & 2012, we thought it only appropriate to begin with our very own Stephanie Jelladian {now Bedrosian} as one of the beautiful featured brides!

Being that we are wedding professionals, the expectation was set high when Stephanie and Armen got engaged in November 2010! Introducing this extravagant celebration was nearly the most important. Taking note of the traditional Armenian Church ceremony, the desire to encompass the Armenian language and to capture the opulence of this event were inspiring details that guided Gina as she began sketches for this invitation design. Once the invitations were mailed, personal notes and phone calls came rolling in with the buzz about the wedding...the excitement was overwhelming! From the china and table linens to dinner selections and table decor - Love was in the details displayed throughout every element of this celebration!

Stephanie and Armen were married on November 19, 2011 at Holy Trinity Armenian Apostolic Church with their reception following at the Holiday Inn Downtown in Fresno, California. The day was rich with Armenian tradition - from the morning festivities and the traditional wedding ceremony to the breaking of china and evening entertainment. Their bridal party of 24 offered a tower of anticipation as Stephanie and Armen finally entered the ballroom surrounded by the professional Armenian dance troupe, who dazzled the guests during dinner. The Armenian and American bands each provided unbelievable entertainment to family & friends who danced the night away.

Every moment was unforgettable. Only eight months have passed since the treasured memory of this evening and we remember it everyday! In our business, we have the joy of experiencing the excitement brides and their families feel leading up to the wedding - it was so thrilling to have experienced that joy first hand at the celebration for Stephanie and Armen.

A big thanks to the people and vendors who made this beautiful event come together:

RSVP Please, Stems at the Palatine, Xpress Yourself, The Holiday Inn, Sweet Dreams Cakery, Elegant Bride, Mia Bella Couture, GaGa Chic, Alchemy Salon, Mikhaila Thomas, La Bella Vita Photography and The Velvet Society.