Should you have a wedding? Or just elope?

So often, people wonder if they should plan the wedding of their dreams,,,,,with old relatives they haven't seen in years, new in-laws as bridesmaids, a fairytale gown, sparklers, music, food and booze.........OR if they should save the money and go to the courthouse.  Or a drive through chapel in Vegas.  Or their local courthouse.  You get the picture.  How can you decide if you should have a wedding or elope?

It can be a tough decision.  With the possible exception of luxury brides and grooms, most people think about the expense.  With the average standard wedding in the US costing almost $26,000 according to the Wedding Report, Inc. ($29,668 in Los Angeles County, California), it is a consideration.  And of course, that is just for standard weddings.  For what would be considered a premium wedding, you can expect to pay between $30,000 and $95,000.  For a luxury wedding, you can expect to pay between $95.000 and up.  Most luxury wedding couples spend between $105,000 and $150,000 on their weddings.  

A common refrain is that the wedding budget could be a great down payment on a home. This is true.  The wedding budget could be used to pay off all outstanding debts of the bride and groom.  This is also true.  Of course, the money could be invested on their behalf.  Possibly riskier, but also true.  

Another argument for not having a wedding is the failure rate of marriages.  The good news is that the divorce rate in America has fallen fairly steadily since the 1970's, when it spiked dramatically after "no-fault" divorce laws were passed, and when women entered the workforce in huge numbers (impacting home life in a new way.)  If you are interested in statistics regarding divorce, check out current divorce rate statistics here ~ it has all the deets.  

So why have a wedding?  Let's take a step back and look at the overall picture rather than just the money and the future possibilities.  

One of the main reasons to have a wedding today is for the ceremony and the celebration.  Many families are now far flung from each other.  Many relatives don't get to see each other very often.  Even with the advent of social media, most people do not get that wondrous face-to-face time with each other.....visits with depth and dimension....stress and joy....hugs and kisses.  In fact, other than weddings, one of the main times that families unite is for funerals.  We recently planned an encore wedding (third time for both the bride and the groom) with 100 guests, black tie, and amazing food and drink.  They both wanted to wedding so that all of their friends and family would have a reason to get together other than someone passing away.

There is a certain distance that has permeated our culture.  A busy-ness that consumes our days.  Pressure that shifts our focus so easily from extended family to the pressing matters of day-to-day life.  Faith Popcorn refers to this phenomenon as "99 Lives".  In her TrendBank, she describes it as having too fast a pace, too little time, causing societal schizophrenia and forcing people to assume multiple roles.  (www.faithpopcorn.com for more information)  Having a wedding creates a break in the flow, a step outside of the ordinary.  A time to reflect on where you are in life and love yourself.  

Our society has also experienced a loss of formality (in some ways ~ hooray!)  Casual Friday has seeped into everyday.  A wedding is an opportunity to show that you can still "clean up real nice" so to speak.  Most people actually take the time to preen and prepare for a wedding.  We all improve our personal curb appeal for the event!  How often does that happen? We have worked with a client that wanted a full Marie Antoinette wedding theme.  She offered information for rental companies for guests that wanted to dress in full regalia for the wedding, as well as letting people know that it was optional.  More than half of the guests came in Louis XIV attire!  Talk about an escape from your everyday.  It was memorable and magnificent.  (If you opt for this wedding, make sure your wedding planner allows space among the tables for the huge dresses!)

In a similar vein, our society has also become heavily reliant on technology for communication and socializing.  Television watching is still the king when it comes to American's free time (In the last three months of 2011, the average American with a TV set at home spent 153 hours and 19 minutes watching “traditional TV” according to Neilson.)  Game playing and watching television on computers and tablets are not even included in that figure.  Going to a wedding coerces the cocooning hordes to disconnect from their technology and interface with humans!  The gamers will have to come out of the basement and breathe the fresh air!  They will take the time to smell your wedding flowers so to speak.

get off the XBox and put on a suit

To me, these are all great reasons, and we have not even mentioned the bride and groom yet!  There is a public and open statement made when two people in love vow to do their best to make this union thrive.  They are making a declaration that they are in love, and that they are willing to stick their necks out to say we are meant for each other, and we want everyone to know.  Faith Popcorn also explores the concept of "EGOnomics", where in an attempt to offset a de-personalized society, consumers crave recognition of their individuality.  What better avenue for two people in love to show their individuality than having a wedding to proclaim their love?  

Many people think that an encore wedding should be more subdued than a first wedding. (For more of An Amazing Affair's thoughts on this, check out our blog post on Encore Brides)  We say pish tosh.  Especially if children are involved, it may be more important to have the ceremony, the formality, the recognition that a new family is being established on this very day of the wedding.  And if you believe in love enough to get married again after a marriage that did not work out ~ celebrate it!

One last reason to have a wedding ~ they are fun and entertaining!  And when they are not fun and entertaining, they are something to talk about!  Much the same way that any press is good press, any wedding will have it's own stories.  There is a reason that nearly every episode of "America's Funniest Videos" has not only one wedding video but a MONTAGE of wedding videos.  The possibilities are endless when multiple generations of two different families with friends that parents may like or not like thrown in for good measure are all together.  Make your loved ones laugh.  Have a wedding.

I have no idea what happened at this wedding ~ clearly they needed the help of An Amazing Affair Wedding Coordination!

I just returned from Denver after attending the Association of Bridal Consultants Annual Conference.  When I arrived in Denver, I ended up sharing a ride downtown with a French woman in Denver for another conference.  Although she is French, she has lived in the US for many years, mainly in Vermont with her American husband.  Inevitably, we started chatting in during the ride (could Denver International Airport be any further away from downtown Denver?)  She asked what I was in town for, and I excitedly answered that I was attending the ABC Annual conference.

Her oh-so-French response? (Let me preface this by saying I am a francophile and je parle français aussi) "Oh my.....big weddings are such a waste of money."  Then she went on about the best wedding she ever attended...one for her nephew.  She literally described in as magical.  She told me about the food and the music and the decor....and how sad she was when it was over.  She added that in France, when people have a party, they party until the sun comes up and that we should learn from them about that idea ~ I agree!  Let's enjoy life more!  Her eyes actually took on a faraway look, a sparkle, as she described the wedding to me.  

That description, that memory that she could relate to a stranger of the sights, the sounds, the atmosphere, the food, that recollection that took her away to another place in her mind ~ that is why we have weddings.

Let's celebrate life and love!  Contact Bridget Ann Dooney at bridgetanndooney@anamazingaffair.com for more information, or visit us at www.anamazingaffair.com! 

An Amazing Affair - Dream Tablescapes - Santa Monica, CA

An Amazing Affair - Dream Tablescapes - Santa Monica, CA

Urban Elegance Awaits at the Los Angeles Athletic Club

There are some places, some buildings, that are so inviting and magnetic that you just don't want to leave after you arrive.  The historic Los Angeles Athletic Club is one such building.  As you pull up to the 100 year old Beaux-Art style building, it's very presence says "Welcome" to you and your guests.  It is - without question - one of the most elegant, spacious, stylish, and memorable venues for your Los Angeles wedding. 

The history of the building adds depth to the venue.  The Los Angeles Athletic Club began it's life in 1880 at a location on Spring Street downtown.  When a hotel was demolished on the current 7th Street location, they seized the opportunity to build their club building, and opened this location in 1912.  It was the first building in Los Angeles to have an indoor pool on an upper floor.  Entering the building, you sense the feeling of time, the feeling that you are almost taking a step back to another time and another place.....that embodies our romanticized visions of what glamorous Los Angeles life was like over the course of the past 100 years.  It is at once comforting and refreshing, and offers a perfect backdrop for your event.

The ballroom floor will make your jaw drop from the time the elevator doors open.  It is simply beautiful and welcoming.  The high ceilings, dramatically large windows, the rich flooring and detailed carpet, the warmth of the wood paneling, the feminine touch of the intricate chandeliers, the spaciousness that allows your guests comfort throughout your day are all magnificent.  The Los Angeles Athletic Club is one wedding venue where your guests will never feel cramped or claustrophobic.  You and your guests have the entire third floor at your disposal...the ballroom, the foyer, the club room with a quintessential wooden bar, and the vast hall.  

The rooftop is available for both ceremonies and receptions as well.  When you step onto the rooftop, it takes your breath away.  On one level, it almost makes you feel like a kid again, looking up at the skyscrapers surrounding you like a modern day forest.  The iconic Southern California skies shine down on you and your guests as you celebrate your love and your future in a place that so few people will ever see.  It is magical.  At An Amazing Affair, we recommend having your ceremony on the rooftop, and your reception in the ballroom for a perfectly wondrous event (although you can do both in either place).  

But what about the food?  Certainly your food choices are one of the most important aspects of your wedding!  Rest assured - the food at your LAAC wedding will be memorable for all of the right reasons!   The gourmet food is not only delicious and varied, it is also beautifully presented and graciously served.  

Working together with the chef, you can personalize your Los Angeles Athletic Club wedding menu to reflect the style and taste of both of you, as a couple.  

There is a delightful Bridal Lounge where the bride and her attendants can relax and prepare for the big event.  It is private, quiet, and offers to opportunity for some great candid shots and posed portraits.  The bridal party has access to this lounge throughout the event, offering a refuge from the madding crowd if needed!  

One of the reasons we love the Los Angeles Athletic Club is because the attention to detail, the style, the feeling, the romance, permeates the entire building.  Frankly, in some venues, the foyer and entryway are nice, and the front of the ceremony room might be nice, but the rest of the place may be vanilla and plain.  Not so at the LAAC - every detail - down to the newly built women's restroom on the third floor - is authentic, inspiring, and beautiful.  

If you are considering a Los Angeles Destination Wedding, you definitely need to look at the LAAC.  The boutique hotel is highly rated, and newly renovated.  Your guests will be treated to breakfast each morning, and will be able to use the gym as well during their stay.  Having your wedding at the LAAC makes it easy to turn it into a whole weekend event, maximizing the amount of time you have to spend with friends and family creating memories that will last a lifetime.

As far as style goes, this is a venue that allows you to have any type of style or theme at your wedding that you desire.  If you are considering having an Art Deco themed wedding, it would be hard to find a place better suited than the Los Angeles Athletic Club.  

A few practical notes about having your wedding at LAAC - 

*  Even though it has a vibrant downtown location, parking is no problem as they have their own private parking garage.

*  The LAAC Ballroom and third floor will accommodate up to 350 guests wonderfully.  The rooftop will hold 200 guests comfortably.

Contact us for more information or to schedule a tour of this iconic, historic, romantic venue at bridgetanndooney@anamazingaffair.com.  An Amazing Affair will be happy to help you create the wedding of a lifetime for you and your loved ones.  

Top 10 Fresh Ideas for Kids at Your Wedding

Ever wonder how many brides and grooms have children at their weddings?  According to a recent Brides Magazine survey, 63% of couple have children at their wedding and their reception!  If you are one of the 37% of couple with no kids at the wedding, check out our blog on personalizing your wedding.  But if you are going to have children at your wedding, read on!  We have assembled our Top 10 Fresh Ideas for what to do to ensure your littlest guests have a memorable time and the adults do too.  These ideas are mainly for the 12 and under set, as most teens enjoy the opportunity to play "grown up" and want to be treated as the adults are treated.

One note for the ceremony - have the ushers seat the families with children towards the rear of the ceremony location, and near the aisle.  Have your wedding coordinator ready to escort any parents with a distressed child to a room in the venue where they can calm the child without disrupting the ceremony.  At An Amazing Affair Wedding Planning, we set up a lounge area with bottled water, coffee for the parents, a few snacks, books, toys, and a comfortable place to sit for the calming area.  

For the Ceremony

1.  Goody baskets!  Have your ushers greet families with children as they enter your ceremony location and have them hand out small baskets or fabric bags with quiet toys and a book.  Make sure that the container itself is not noisy!  Paper bags and plastic bags make noise taking things in and out.  Some possible items would be a small picture book, felt finger puppets, small stuffed animals, or a soft doll.  If you put any snacks in the bag, make sure they are not cellophane wrapped!  Goldfish or Cheerios in a small plastic container with a flip top would be quiet.  If you are only having a handful of children, take the time to personalize their goody basket.  

2.  Rehearse! Rehearse! Rehearse with the children!  Especially the younger ones!  Oftentimes at rehearsals, people use words that may be unfamiliar to a 4 year old, and they may nod in agreement out of their natural desire to do a good job for the wedding.  "Walk slowly down the aisle" is everyday to us...a youngster may not be so sure about what that really means.  Have them do it several times.  It is something that your wedding planner can do with any children in the wedding while the officiant is speaking to the couple and the bridal party.  

For the Pictures:

3.  Get the photos with the kids FIRST!!  Let me be frank - I even got bored while getting my pictures taken at my own wedding....and I am in my forties!!  Photo sessions can be torturous for children, and can be the beginning of a spiral effect of bad behavior carrying over into the reception.  Plan with your photographer to get those first, then set the children free!  

4.  Get Real...Candids of children will be some of your most beautiful photos.  Make sure to ask your photographer to capture candids of your youngest guests throughout their time at the celebration.  have your wedding coordinator or one of the bridesmaids let the parents of children know that we want to capture them when they are unaware, and ask them not to say "Smile!" or "Say Cheese!" or distract their precious little ones when they see their photo being taken! (nicely, of course)

For the Cocktail Hour and Reception: (make sure you read number 10!)

5.  COCKTAIL HOUR is critical!  If children are not considered for the cocktail hour, it can set the seeds of discontent, distraction, and disturbance for the reception!!  We call it "taking a kid's eye view" of the cocktail hour.  Have a full service lemonade stand set up near one of the bars just for the kids.  Your reception sitter can man the stand.  Have a child sized hor d'oeuvres table set up near the lemonade stand, with a table for them to sit and enjoy their snacks and relax as a reward for their excellent behavior during the ceremony.  BONUS - this allows the parents to relax during cocktail hour too.  

6.  All together now!  Have the children sit together at a child sized table if possible. Offer a child friendly menu! Think about when you were a kid....didn't you love it when things were sized down for you?  I did.  It seemed more special.  *Again - this should be for 12 and under-ish.  If you know the children, you will know if they want to be with the kids or with the grown ups.  We create special arrangements just for the kids' table.  Here is a list of great items to have on the kids' table:

• tic-tac-toe boards
• small puzzles and games (travel sizes are awesome!)
• a photo album with pictures of them, their families, and their pets - they can look through and try to find themselves! (I have seen groups of kids around one chair all looking to see themselves.  We actually can coordinate with the parents bringing children to your event and get the photos and assemble this for you.)
• disposable cameras - you will be amazed at the pictures they take.  Some will be amazingly awful....some will be amazingly touching, from a child's perspective.

7.  VIP Kids Lounge - especially if there will be more than 8 children attending the wedding and reception.  We love to set up a separate tent or room as the VIP kid's area.  It is stocked with everything kid's would love.  Games, toys, electronics when possible, bean bag chairs or low slung gaming seats, easels & smocks in a painting area, craft kits, drinks, food, music, movies, even a ball pit depending on how many kids there will be.  This can help you avoid one of the common pet peeves of having children at a wedding - when they dominate the dance floor.  If they have their own enticing area, you are more likely to avoid this situation.

8.  Let them eat (their own) CAKE!  Have a children's cake, and join them to cut it.  Take a moment for the bride and the groom to go to the children's lounge, and have them cut the children's cake surrounded by all the children who have participated in and attended their special day.  This creates such a lovely photo!!  

9.  Give them a MYSTERY to solve!  When you know you will have a lot of 8 - 11 year olds attending, give them a mystery to solve, or a scavenger hunt to follow.  Children at this age love to utilize their improving reading skills and cunning insight to figure things out.  At An Amazing Affair, we have four different mystery scenarios - complete with props, clues, and materials ready for you to implement for your younger guests.  We also create scavenger hunts as needed, taking the theme of the wedding and the venue into consideration.  This makes it so memorable for the children, and there is not even a chance for them to get bored (unless of course, as so often happens, one of your young guests has a sardonic side that comes out).   

10.  Most important!!  HIRE A PROFESSIONAL SITTER!!  Please please please trust us when we tell you - your 14 year-old niece does NOT want to be the sitter for your wedding.  She wants to wear a gorgeous dress, mix and mingle with any other teens that may be there, observe the young adults, and dream of her own big day in the future!  She will say yes to you out of obligation.....not desire.  Also, as wonderful as your niece may be, unless she is a trained camp counselor during the summer, she probably does not have experience wrangling a group of children, possibly jacked up on sugar, in fancy clothes they may not be used to wearing, wondering why Mommy and Daddy are paying attention to everyone else and listening to grown ups prattle on and on.  A professional child care provider will add such a layer of confidence to you and the parents of the children attending.  It will allow all of your guests to truly be guests, and not be harried watching over the children.  You should have a professional child care provider available from the beginning of the cocktail hour through the reception.  We will work with you to set up however many sitters you will need based on how many children will be there.  This service can be custom tailored to whatever needs you and your guests may have.  It is money well spent, if you are going down the road of having pint-sized guests.  They should also sit at the children's table through the dinner.

Children can add life, humor, and feelings of family to a wedding in a unique way.  Just make sure that you and your planner do a separate "children's plan" to ensure that their needs are considered throughout the event, and that it will be fun and memorable for them as well as the adults.  

 What ideas do you have for children at a wedding?  We would love to hear what you did at your wedding for the little ones.  Contact us at bridgetanndooney@anamazingaffair.com for more information, or for assistance planning your wedding, wherever you may be located!

An Amazing Affair - Floral Inspiration - Santa Monica, CA

An Amazing Affair - Floral Inspiration - Santa Monica, CA Incredible gallery of gorgeous flowers for weddings.....scan through to see if any of these inspire you for your big day.  The Wedding Planners at An Amazing Affair can help you create unique floral bouquets and arrangements for your wedding.

A Romantic Soiree Under the Stars...Il Cielo Beverly Hills Wedding Venue

Snuggled in the outskirts of Beverly Hills is a romantic escape at the beautiful Il Cielo Restaurant.  Located on Burton Way, Il Cielo is in a charming building that used to be a home.  And when you walk through the gorgeous front entryway, you will feel as if you have arrived at a special home indeed.  The architectural details are delightful, and the atmosphere is intimate.  It has an old world feel that transports you and your guests to another world even though you are right here in the city.

The owner, Pasquale Vericella, has built a restaurant in Los Angeles that feels like an Italian bungalow!  He grew up in both the country side in Italy and the country side in Pennsylvania.  he has brought the magic, serenity, and charm of those places to life in this spectacular Beverly Hills wedding venue.  Il Cielo is widely considered to be one of the most romantic spots in all of Los Angeles.  It has also been ranked as one of the top 7 places to get married in Los Angeles.  

And before we get too lost in what Il Cielo offers for your wedding day, let's not forget the food!  The food at Il Cielo is spectacular.  

Zagat rates the food and service at "very good to excellent", and the decor at "extraordinary to perfection".  

Yelp users have ranked Il Cielo a four star restaurant with over 130 5 star rankings ( more 5 star rankings than any other number.)  This is a favorite among locals for sure.

Not only will your guests feel the magic of the atmosphere at Il Cielo, they will be happily satisfied by their meal in celebration of your love!

Il Cielo offers several different areas for your event - both indoors and out.  The ceremonies take place in a room with a retractable glass roof, giving you the option of a starry night wedding!  For cocktail hour, you and your guests can move to the front patio which is open air three seasons of the year, and has a Cinderella-like clear tent in the winter months.  The tent just adds to the charm ~ there are two stunning sister chandeliers suspended from the peak of the tent.....just lovely.  The twinkling of the stars combined with the twinkling of the lights creates a magical sight.

The inside of the restaurant is equally charming, with a heart warming fireplace, and elegantly rustic decor throughout.  The fresh take on the bar area gives your guests another place to chat, visit, and celebrate.

There is a private room for the bridal party to prepare for the wedding, and for the bride and groom to lounge in private after the ceremony.  The potential for great wedding photos is great.  Il Cielo feels as if it was created to celebrate love.....a place where fairy-tales are brought to life.

Frankly, Il Cielo is so lovely, it should be a go to place for nearly any romantic event you need to plan.  Looking for the perfect place to pop the question?  Anniversary dinner?  Ready to take your relationship to the next level?  Make a reservation at Il Cielo right away.

We consider Il Cielo to be a wonderful venue for vow renewal as well. 

A few considerations in regards to having your wedding at Il Cielo ~ it is a perfect venue for an intimate, exclusive celebration.  For an evening with dining and dancing, your number of guests should be about 90 or less.  They can accommodate a few more guests; however, you will lose some of the dance floor space if there are many more over 90.  

So if you are looking for the feel of a Tuscan wedding without having to leave our beloved city......then Il Cielo is for you!  Contact us and we will be happy to send you more information, or meet with you to view this precious venue for your wedding needs.   With An Amazing Affair wedding coordination and Il Cielo as your Beverly Hills wedding venue.....you are guaranteed a memorable celebration!  Contact us at bridgetanndooney@anamazingaffair.com. 

Greystone Mansion: A Perfect Venue for Your Beverly Hills Wedding!

When you arrive at Greystone Mansion in Beverly Hills, it is hard to believe that you are just a couple of blocks up from the world famous Sunset Boulevard.  You feel as if you have been transported to an estate in Europe with the manicured gardens, the tree-lined promenades, and of course the fantastical mansion itself.  The breathtaking location overlooks the city offering skyline views that add a perfect backdrop for your Beverly Hills wedding.

Greystone Mansion truly is one of An Amazing Affair's favorite wedding venues in Beverly Hills, and frankly the entire Los Angeles area.  Let us share some of the reasons why we think you should consider Greystone Mansion for your wedding, shower, vow renewal, or anniversary celebration.  

The Gardens, Courtyards, and Fountains

Greystone Mansion has several different areas for your ceremony and reception, each with their own special charm and atmosphere.

The Formal Gardens is one of the original features of the estate, with a lush green lawn surrounded by a slate promenade.  The original fountain at the head of the lawn is the centerpiece of your wedding ceremony in the Formal Gardens.  One of the amazing features of this area is that it accommodates up to 400 seated wedding guests comfortably.  This area is for ceremonies only.  You can select one of the other beautiful sites for your reception.  Although it can seat 400, it can also be scaled to suit a smaller wedding quite effectively.  

The Inner Courtyard is an escape from the everyday for your wedding.  The Inner Courtyard is created by the walls of the mansion itself with an arched portico entryway framing the fountain in the center of the courtyard.  The Inner Courtyard creates an intimate feeling for your guests and wedding even though it easily holds up to 200 guests.  There is nearly a fairytale atmosphere in the Inner Courtyard, without being too much.  Embrace your wedding guests in the arms of the Inner Courtyard.

The Terrace is a secret jewel for your exclusive wedding.  It offers a front row view of the cities of Beverly Hills and Los Angeles from the slated grounds with the equally stunning view of the mansion behind you.  The reflection pool adds a serene touch to the Terrace, and this area accommodates up to 80 guests.  Even the pathway walking to the Terrace has a feeling of being in a different time and a different place. 

The Pool creates a classically glamorous Beverly Hills event.  The original pool has been filled in with the outline of the pool incorporated into the design of the bricks.  The pool house provides changing and lounges for the bridal party, and private restrooms for the guests.  Mostly though, the pool house contributes the charm of a bygone era.  The Pool comfortably holds up to 150 seated guests.

The Mansion Itself

The First Floor of the Greystone Mansion is now open for events!  In years past, the only areas available for ceremonies and receptions were outdoors (which is still FANTASTIC!).  However, we are so excited that the First Floor is also ready to provide the atmosphere for your wedding!  With original features, including the iconic black-and-white checkered floors, your wedding at Greystone Mansion will create vivid memories for you and your guests.  With the intimate option of a seated dinner for up to 60 in the Grand Ballroom - to the grander option of utilizing the entire first floor for up to 200 guests, this indoor option is a dream that can come true for you and your guests.  

Ambiance and Opportunity

The grounds and the mansion provide the canvas and space for nearly any type of wedding, with any level of formality.  You could have a low key, outdoor garden wedding to an ultra formal, black tie event.  In addition, the Greystone Mansion adapts to many different themes or stories.  If you have always dreamt of a full blown Marie Antoinette wedding, a Renaissance Wedding, a Fairy themed event, and any decade of the 1900's from the Twenties on - this is the venue that can make your dreams a reality.  It is one of the best venues for a Goth wedding, hands down.  Masked Ball to Hollywood Glamour ~ Greystone Mansion would be a key player in your event!

The opportunities for before and after parties and events surrounding your wedding day are endless, as you are just a couple of blocks from Sunset Boulevard, and a few more blocks from Santa Monica Boulevard.  You are within reach of Hollywood, Santa Monica, and all that Beverly Hills has to offer.

If you are planning a destination wedding to the Los Angeles area, we also recommend  Greystone Mansion.  It truly creates a once in a lifetime event for you and your guests.

It is difficult to convey in words across the internet the depth of the beauty, the feeling of history, the charm and grace of the Greystone Mansion.  To quote our Creative Director, Max Gough, "Every wedding - aside from the beach weddings - should be held at Greystone Mansion!"   When you are on the grounds, it is hard not to have that feeling.  

We would love to take you on a tour of the grounds and the facilities to see if this is the special place you have been searching for ...for your Beverly Hills wedding.  We can also share preliminary information regarding fees and regulations.  Contact us at info@anamazingaffair.com or give us a call at 310.909.6769 and ask for Bridget. 
Bridget Ann Dooney, Certified Bridal Consultant, An Amazing Affair

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