Promises and Pearls 2010 - Recap

It's almost that time of the year... but let's recap on 2010! 

Promises and Pearls was created by Michelle Barrionuevo-Mazzini, owner of MB Wedding Design and Events and yours truly, Beverly Yip in 2007. Our boutique style soiree is a one of a kind event that allows couples to find wedding resources in a low-key, yet swanky environment. Designed to focus on brides and grooms who know what they want and don’t want to endlessly shop around, only one or two vendors per category are invited each year to participate. We pride ourselves in showcasing only the finest event professionals in each category. 

Each professional is hand-picked by Michelle and Beverly and participation is by invitation only. 

In 2010, Promises and Pearls was held at the Beautiful, Bently Reserve.

One of the Room Designed by my co-founder, MB Wedding Designs and Events

 Photo by: Gustavo Fernandez

This was our Invitation, by Card de Luxe 

Special Thanks to our Amazing Team of Vendors in 2011:

and MORE photos to share... Just one more for now :)

{Venue: Olympic Club, San Francisco}

What a Beautiful Day in San Francisco prestigious, Olympic Club!
Thank you to Photographer Victor Sizemore More photos to follow!

Beautiful Tiffany Blue Colored Bridesmaid Dresses

The Handsome Groom and Groomsmen

Tiffany Blue Table Cloths

White Chair Covers with Charcoal Grey Satin Sashes

Bev Personal: I {love} Cameron House

I don't share my personal life on the web often. Mainly because I try to protect my privacy and my whereabouts. I'm the person who will post my travels after I've visited the country, or "Check In" at a restaurants a few days later. Anyway, I'd love to tell you about a very special place, near and dear to my heart. It's Cameron House.

Cameron House is a Chinatown-based multi-service agency serving Asian communities in the San Francisco Bay Area. Motivated by our Christian commitment to promote healthy communities, we have served individuals, immigrant families and youth since 1874.


To me, Cameron House is my 2nd home. A place where I grew up doing my homework after school, a place where I learned American traditions and values, and most importantly, a place where I practiced to serve the Lord, and do good unto others. 


Every year, we honor those individuals who have contributed to the Community in one way or the other. This year, at the 10th Annual Soul & Elegance Gala held on February 18, 2012, I will be among 4 others who will be receiving the "Donaldina Cameron House - Excellence in Community Service" award. I am extremely humbled and hope that you'l join me at this amazing fundraiser this year.

Date: February 18, 2012, Saturday evening. 

Time: 5:30PM -11PM

Location: South San Francisco Conference Center

For more information on this Event, 

visit us at www.cameronhouse.org 

{Venue: St Francis Yacht Club} Clifton & Armaita Lim

This was one of my favorite Weddings of 2011. Doesn't hurt that the bride reminds me of Kate Middleton :) I've know Clifton since grade school, and so happy for him and his bride, Armaita. More pictures to follow :) TGIF! 

Our Stunning: Silver Chivari Chairs & White Cushions with Charcoal Grey Satin Pintuck Linens

Mrs. and Mr. LIM!

Awwww, our EY groom is so Cute!

 Hair and Make Up: Jane Kim 

Work it Girl!!!!! 

Photo Credit: Chris Miguel 

Real Wedding: San Francisco AT&T Park Wedding

The Logo Says it All... WORLD CHAMPIONS!

I can't even begin to describe how much I enjoyed myself as a Guest and as a Vendor at this Wedding. I've known the groom, Bryan since 1993, friends from George Washington High School.  Aubrey is my home girl. I known her since 2002, right after I graduated from San Francisco State University.

Together as a couple, they couldn't be more "perfect". Their love for each other, their love for their families and their love for sports, especially our San Francisco Giants!!

To give my side of this personal story on how they met, (not to make this a really Long Story :) Bryan asked me to set him up with my hot friend, waaaaay before their "official matchmaker" entered the picture. One night, Aubrey and I was at a 30th birthday party, I invited Bryan to come out to meet Aubrey. He didn't show up, but months later, they finally met through their "official" matchmaker, which makes me the "1st "Unofficial Matchmaker. 

The rest is history. They're expecting their first bundle of joy this June!! 

I am so happy for my good friends, Mr. and Mrs. Aubrey & Bryan Wong.

Enough about the story, Let's get on with the amazing photos by Shoot me Now Photography!

These were the Best Save the Dates Ever by NVS Designs!

Husband and Wife, First Dance.

Personal Photos of my girlfriends and the groom :) Sorry, they are a little blurry! 

I love my Hawaii Girls ... Bernice, (myself), Aubrey, Anthia and Ericka.

Venue: AT & T Park - Ryann Simms

Chivari Chairs & Dance Floor - Especially Yours Chair Covers 

Photography: Shoot me Now - Darwin - My buddie! 

Cake: Inticing Creations -  Kelly (Her work is AMAZING!) 

Invitations and Stationery: NVS Designs - Natalie Ocampo (SUPER Talented!)

Bev Personal: I {love} to Travel..

Twice a year, I head back East to see the world and pay respects to my Grandparents. I met a new friend today who works for Lassen Tours and I couldn't resist to share this amazing deal! It's only $49 per person for 7 days, Land only (which means includes hotels and most meals!). Flying out of Shanghai to China. 

If you ever wanted to visit Shanghai or China, here's your chance!!

Here's where they'll take you:

7 days Shanghai, Suzhou, Nanjing, Wuxi, Hangzhou, Shanghai Land Package 2012

More Information: http://www.lassentours.com/PDF/JN7.pdf

Tour Operator: Lassen Tours 

391 Sutter Street, Suite 504
San Francisco, CA 94108, USA

Tel:  (415)421-217

Safe Travels and send me a post card! 

xoxo,

Bev

I {love} Bridal Bouquets

One of my the favorite parts of the Wedding day is seeing the Bridal Bouquet. It's such a special piece of art. Something made especially for you, The Bride. So delicate, so beautiful. Thanks for the following photographers for sharing their photos with me.

If you are in search of a Florist, please contact my Floral Buddies in the Bay Area: 

In no particular order: 

Nancy Liu Chin Designs, Poppy's Petalworks, Nicole Ha, Annie Siu, Floramor, 

Mints Designs, Asiel Design, Amy Burke Designs, Huckleberry Karen

Here are some of my Fave's:

Cliff Brunk Photography

Augie Chang Photography

Thai Mai Photography

Forgot the Credit, sorry!!

Forgot the Credit, sorry!!

Happy New Year, 2012!

Hello Friends! Happy New Year! I hope everyone had a wonderful holiday and now getting back into the groove of things. It was a GREAT year for us at EY, but we are looking forward to exciting news 

and a Fabulous year with our partnerships and Vendors.

As Chinese New Year approaches on January 23, 2012, I'd like to be the first to send
Greetings of Happiness, Love and most importantly, Good Heath in the Year of the Dragon. 

Below are photos from a Recent Wedding at the Marines Memorial Club. Isn't our bride just gorgeous? I love all the details about her Wedding.  From meeting Jessica and her mother at our warehouse, I knew the Wedding was going to be amazing -- and it was! 

Beginning with Photos of our Gold Chivari Chairs in the Commandants Ballroom 

Let the fun begin! 

I love Candy Bars :)

The Beautiful Bride, Jessica

The Lovely Ladies in Jessica's Life...

I think the Young Man in the Giants Uniform looks HOT if you ask me ;) Go Giants!

MARRIED!!!

At the Palace of Fine Arts, San Francisco

Let us see the KISS!

Read Jessica's review on YELP!

Photo Credits: Rizzariz Photography and additional photos: visit their Blog!

Venue: Marines Memorial Club

Contact: Jennifer Chin, Wedding Sales Manager

Direct: 415-921-2689

DIY Friday Baby Breath Bouquet

I have only recently discovered the baby’s breath bouquet, and I love what I see!

When it’s come to wedding flowers, baby’s breath might just be the new carnation. Like carnations, baby’s breath is not exactly glamorous. In fact, it has a reputation for being a cheapo filler flower. But en masse – wonderful!

To me, a bouquet of baby’s breath reminds me of gentle snowflakes or delicate lace. Perfect for a wedding!

If you’d like to learn how make a baby’s breath bouquet, check out this tutorial over at Real Simple.

Meantime, feast your eyes on these lovely creations!