All About the Groom: Mister Brown’s Barber Shop

Mister Brown’s Barber Shop is a return to the classic gentlemen’s parlor located in North Park. Mister Brown’s  caters to the modern man from the suit & tie to the low key rocking vans and a white tee by providing high quality services, products and the ultimate social experience. 

Mister Brown’s Barber Shop services include cuts, trims and hot shaves. Retail is comprised of high end men’s grooming products and hardware. Once the doors close Mister Brown’s transforms to host some of the most exclusive private events in all of San Diego.

The concept goes well beyond the traditional barbershop, to include an old school signature experience with pool table, TV, intricate lounge, kitchen and dressing room. Mister Brown’s creates an identity and brand, where men come for services and stay to enjoy.  This barber shop is the perfect getaway location for a grromsmen party! You can close the shop for you and your groomsmen, offering your top guys a cut above the rest before your special day!

Featured on StoryMix Media!

20 Classy Ideas for Fall Wedding Decorations + Details

“Just because you’re getting married in the autumn months doesn’t mean that you have to use pumpkins as table numbers or put orange foliage in your bouquet! On the contrary, your fall wedding decorations should be a fun representation of your personal style.  All the natural beauty of autumn should be used to fit the vision you had for your wedding — not the other way around!” - StoryMixMedia

We are so excited our advise on fall wedding decor and ideas has been featured on StoryMixMedia!  There are so many great ideas out there for designing a special fall wedding while adding a personalized touch to your special day!

“Perfect autumn-themed colors are Sangria, Cobalt Blue or Royal Blue, Mauve Mist and Aluminum,” said expert multicultural wedding planner, Nahid Farhound. “Another color hot for fall are Aurora Red, which could be mixed with Cypress and Radiant Orchard. I love the idea of vintage wedding dress and using a colored sash to add a pop of color.” - StoryMixMedia

To see the full post and more of our fall wedding decor ideas, click HERE.

A Japanese-Indian Fusion Wedding

Miharue and Vivek wanted a fabulous wedding full of details and colors inspired by their Japanese and Indian roots.  This gorgeous wedding was held at a private estate and the couple had a traditional Indian ceremony complete with a gorgeous mandap and a Japanese entrance.

Miharue wore a beautiful Indian gown and later changed into a Japanese kumon for the reception.  There were both Japanese and Indian dancers in the reception to show off both cultures.  There was also Japanese influence throughout the reception decor, with hanging lanterns, bamboo centerpieces and, of course, Sake on each table.  Bold colors like red, orange, and gold were prominent throughout the reception decor, floral, and wedding cake, showing off the beautiful Indian culture of Vivek.  This Japanese-Indian fusion wedding was such a blast and turned out so beautiful with so many unique elements from both cultures.

Venue: Private estate in Inland Empire

Photography: Brett Charles Rose Photography

Gowns: Atirma, Indian Gown and kumon from Japan

Groom’s formalwear: Imported from Japan

Florist:  ArtQuest Floral

Lighting: Amber Yin Event Design

Catering & Rentals: Indulge Contemporary Catering

Reception Entertainment: Needle Free Pugs DJ; Reiko Obata (Japanese Performers)

Cake: Dream Cakes

Invitations: From India

Jewelry: Highglow Jewelers

Hair & Makeup: KC Stylist Studio

Sydney-Themed Reception Tablescape

As seen on California Wedding Day, this Sydney-themed reception tablescape was so much fun to design!   We chose the Sydney Opera House, Aquarium, and the world-famous Harbour Bridge so show off sunny Australia’s best features, adding in bright blue’s and yellow’s with touches of gold.

“Known for it’s warm weather and sunny beaches, Sydney, Australia has always been a sought-after travel destination. Tourist attractions include the Sydney Opera House, Aquarium, and harbour cruises to view the world-famous Harbour Bridge. When it came to designing a tablescape inspired by the city, Wedding Elegance wanted the bridge to be the star of the show. Butterfly Florals adorned the bridge in white flowers and surrounded it with eye-catching yellow, orange, and green arrangements that represented the city’s natural beauty. The rich blue table linens from La Tavola were textured with ripples to look and feel like ocean water and the folded napkins resembled rolling waves. From the artistic menu cards to the blue ombre glassware, every detail was planned and executed flawlessly which resulted in a tablescape that truly feels like you’ve taken a trip down under.” - California Wedding Day

Photography: Brian Leahy Photography
Artwork: Commemory Fine Art by Bethany
Culinary Design: Indulchi by Chef Scotty
Florals: Butterfly Floral
Menu Cards: CopperWillow Paper Studio
Rentals:  Blueprint Studios & Classic Party Rentals
Linens: La Tavola
Design: Wedding Elegance by Nahid

A Casino-Themed Prom

A casino-themed prom is so unique and so much fun for the students! There is so much you can do with casino-theme colors and decor, the night will be incredible!   Using casino tables with black linen and silver chairs or silver chair covers is a great base for a casino-themed event.   You can also add fun things like silver beaded table runners, red and white flowers and LED candles throughout the room.  It is very important to have a good DJ for a prom, as the party ultimately revolves around dancing! A photobooth or photo backdrop are also great additions to a prom party.

Here are some of our favorite ideas for planning a casino-themed prom:

Of course, the grand entrance is a critical part of the party! You want the students to get excited when entering their prom.  Adding streamers or beads can be a great way to show off the theme before the party begins!

We love this gold photo backdrop if you are not using a rented photobooth.  Students have a larger area to take group photos with their friends, and the gold is always a fun color to add to any photo!

These black linens, silver chairs and red flowers make the perfect casino-theme table decor!  You can add dice, cards, signage, etc… for extra decor, making the theme come to life!

This playing card suite garland is also a great addition or backdrop.  You can hang it behind the soft drink bar, the candy or dessert table, or anywhere you would like!

Cookies never disappoint, and how perfect are these suited sugar cookies!

A dessert bar or candy bar is a critical addition to a prom, and we can guarantee it will not go to waste! You can dress it up and add whatever decor you would like – students will definitely enjoy the sweets!