Ask The Celebration Advisor: Ok, so I'm starting to get a little bit manic because my wedding is happening in a month. My fiance and I picked a caterer who doesn't supply the tables and chairs and what not. I have NO idea where to look to rent that stuff. What do I do!? ~ Kaley L. in Los Angeles, CA

The Celebration Advisor: First, take a deep breath! It'll be ok! You came to the right place to find wedding rental stores in Los Angeles CA.

Second, make a list of the things that you need. This will help when you call/visit the wedding rental store. The clerk will be able to find the chairs, tables, linens and all of those things that you'll need. Since you are having a catered reception, consider renting things like these for your wedding:

• Tables & Chairs — Renting tables and chairs may save you a fee at the banquet hall.
• Crystal Glasses — Your guests have to drink from something!
• China & Silverware — Don't have guests eating off of paper plates at your wedding. It's unheard of in L.A.
• Linens — Linen rentals include napkins, tablecloths and other similar things.
• Chair Covers — Chair covers make those rental chairs look far better!

No matter what part of L.A. you are in, finding a place to rent wedding supplies is simple. Also, consider party rentals and party supplies stores in Los Angeles. They will have great wedding favors and may also have a different variety of rental items for your wedding.

Lastly, have a great time! You're only a click away from a wedding rental store. Relax! Have a great time and live itup!

Ask The Celebration Advisor: I married into a Hispanic family that lives in Bell Gardens, CA and my niece is celebrating her Quinceanera in about a month. Im not familiar with the Quinceanera tradtions at all. Im helping her buy a Quinceanera dress, is their dress traditions I should be aware of before going out to shop for one? – Stephanie.

The Celebration Advisor: In Bell Gardens, CA Quinceanera dress traditions are traditions that have been passed on for many generations. The typical Quinceanera dress was originally a white ball gown. While many girls still choose to continue this tradition, color is becoming an acceptable way to make a grand statement.If you wanted to go traditional but still wanted color, you could look for a white dress with colored beading or embroidery. But if you want a contemporary spin select a dress in your favorite color anything from fuchsia to orange or yellow to blue.

Decision Making When Choosing Your Quinceanera Dress

When it comes to choosing Quinceanera dresses, one major thing to consider before buying the dress is the weather. The temperature varies in Bell Gardens, California. The temperature can range from 49 to 70 F in January to being 64 to 89 F in mid July its never certain what the weather will be like. The weather is definitely something you really want to consider when making that final decision on a Quinceanera dress. You want to be sure you're going to be comfortable the whole time in your dress.

Dress Picks In Bell Gardens, CA

California is known for its great fashion sense. Bell Gardens happens to be near one of California's biggest fashion cities, Los Angeles. If you're having trouble finding that perfect Quinceanera dress in Bell Gardens, driving 15 minutes to a local Los Angeles dress shop widen your options of finding a Quinceanera dress. Dont pass up the wonderful Quinceanera dresses you can find at a Bell Gardens dress shop. Two handy tips for selecting a Quinceanera dress in the Bell Gardens are are:

• When it comes to color, there are no limits. Quinceanera dress color choices can be from royal blues to simple peach to bright yellows. Its all up to you and what you think looks best on you.
• Choosing the perfect style for your Quinceanera dress can be difficult but it's worth it in the end. Look for styles that fit your body best and will make you stand out at your Quinceanera celebration.

If you cant find your ideal Quinceanera dress in Bell Gardens, drive to a local Los Angeles dress shop for a wider variety.

Ask The Celebration Advisor: Appropriate color of a mans jacket for a rehearsal dinner in Los Angeles. Dinner to be held in brides house in Beverly Hills. Black tie wedding the next day with reception at the Beverly wilshire. Is a pale blue silk and cashmere jacket appropriate or should the jacket be darker in shade? Thank you, Leonard

The Celebration Advisor: Leonard, good question! Most people don't think much of rehearsal dinner attire until they arrive at the actual dinner. Though there are no hard and fast etiquette rules about rehearsal dinner attire, it's generally best to err on the side of formality especially in the Beverly Hills area. Also, rehearsal dinner attire you choose should be based on the formality of the occasion. Since the rehearsal dinner you are attending is in Beverly Hills (and followed by a formal wedding), it's best to assume that it will be a semi-formal wedding rehearsal dinner. In this case, the darker jacket is more appropriate. After all, it's always better to be overdressed than underdressed for this type of occasion.

If you feel that the pale blue silk and cashmere jacket is appropriate formal wear for the occasion, go for it! If you're not quite sure and you want to be on the safe side, opt for a darker suit jacket.

Have fun at the dinner!

Ask The Celebration Advisor: Hi: Regarding Party Favors at a reception only event.

I have a cousin, who just told the bride, that there is a new trend in party favors.  In lieu of giving out party favors, the couple "donate to their favorite charity"

I am questioning this, because, first and foremost, this relative is NOT a wedding planner, nor does she have any background in weddings other then being a "guest."

I desperately need your advice, because the bride is from another country and has selected this "relative" to be her "wedding planner"

HELP  Helen from Los Angeles Ca

Many many thanks.

PS:  We are a American-Japanese family.  And I know that most of the relatives will be expecting a "token" favor.

The Celebration Advisor:

Donating to a charity is a very admirable thing to do.  Many couples are choosing to forgo the wedding party favors in lieu of a charitable donation.  While wedding favors are not a requirement, many couples give favors as a way to thank guests for participating in their day.  Many cultures believe the bride and groom must give guests a token of their appreciation.  Therefore the culture of the families involved dictates the proper etiquette concerning wedding favors.  For example, in Mediterranean countries the wedding favors are Jordon almonds which represent the bitter and sweet sides of marriage.

In the Japanese culture wedding guests are thought to bring luck with them for the bride and groom and thus should be given a gift (favor) in return.  I doubt that a charitable donation as a wedding favor would be deemed an appropriate gift in the Japanese culture.

Although it is nice to have family help plan your wedding, knowing the etiquette that governs all parts of the wedding is crucial.  It is essential that you follow proper etiquette so as not to offend any of your guests. That is why professional Los Angeles wedding planners are well versed in several cultures and their wedding traditions and etiquette.  This gives them the ability to incorporate contemporary fads with cultural wedding traditions.

I would highly recommend that your cousin consult a local Los Angeles wedding planner that can work with your family "wedding planner" to combine cultural wedding favors and etiquette with contemporary ideas.

If your cousin really likes the idea of a charitable donation party favor, I would combine it with a bag of candied almonds or chocolates.  This way the bride gets what she wants without offending her guests.

Los Angeles Bakeries Offer a Slice of the Good Life!

Los Angeles, California is a place of fantasies. Here, some of the most hard-working and creative people make dreams a reality. Whether it’s music or movies, the world looks to L.A. for the best of everything, including wedding cakes and pastries. The desire for perfection and the love of the fantastical doesn’t disappear once the cameras stop rolling. It’s in the people. When your order a novelty cake from a Los Angeles bakery, you’ll be getting a slice of what makes this city so great!

Not only are Los Angeles bakeries amazing, create tasty cakes from a variety of ingredients. Gluten-free, vegan, organic, and every other kind of specialized baked goods can be found in L.A. and with a scrumptious taste to boot! The advantage of ordering from a Los Angeles, California bakery is having access to everything!

Not only can a bakery in Los Angeles bake you a theme cake to fit a special need, they can also bake one to suit any special occasion. With a population of almost 4 million, bakers in Los Angeles must be knowledgeable about numerous cultures and celebrations from around the world! Bakers in L.A. can provide the perfect cake for a wedding, Quinceanera, or the many unique celebrations held in this melting pot of a city!

Want something a little out-of-the-ordinary? Los Angeles bakeries offer world-class sculptural cakes made from the best ingredients. Faces, dogs, cars, and just about anything imaginable can be constructed out of gourmet cake. Imagine a fire truck for a young boy’s birthday or a sports car for a sweet sixteen. Any cake is possible in the hands of a Los Angeles baker!

The best ideas, the best ingredients, and the best bakeries make Los Angeles a wonderful city to place an order for a cake. Just like the movies, L.A. specializes in taking that far-out fantasy and making it a reality!