By Tina Swithin

There is something truly enchanting about vineyard weddings in San Luis Obispo County.  With summertime approaching, that notion becomes even more appealing.  Imagine your guests dancing the night away while soaking in the warm summer nights in Paso Robles.

Zenaida Cellars is a Central Coast wedding venue that offers a fun and festive setting for a vineyard wedding.  The property is located in the Templeton Gap area, west of Paso Robles and is nestled into the base of the Santa Lucia Mountains.  This 36-acre property is made up of 22 acres of rolling vineyards, open space, wooded areas and the winery itself.  I recently spoke to CCWP photographer, Mark Winkler of Mark Winkler Photography about his experiences at Zenaida Cellars.  “I always enjoy working at Zenaida Cellars -- it's such a great venue and offers so many different options for wedding photography”. 

This family-owned winery is available for a variety of events such as weddings, parties, anniversaries, vow–renewals and birthdays.  Depending on your specific needs, Zenaida Cellars has two different options for your wedding or event.

• The Barrel Room is available for your event December through August. This spectacular wood paneled room has super-high ceilings and surrounds your guests with a dramatic backdrop of oak barrels.  The Barrel Room is perfect for smaller gatherings such as rehearsal dinners, meetings or small catered events.  The Barrel Room can accommodate 50-60 guests.
• The Zenaida Cellars Patio offers a tranquil setting for your special event featuring 1,200 square feet of oak-shaded lawn and garden complete with old, red wood fountain. Ceremony vignettes can be set-up in a couple of different locations throughout the winery property. The outdoor event facilities at Zenaida Cellars are available year-round.

As an added benefit, you may stay in Loft or the Suite during the time of your event.

• The Winemaker’s Loft is a 1500 square foot, two bedroom suite located above the winery. This home-away-from-home offers comfortable accommodations for up to four adult guests, a fully equipped kitchen and breathtaking views of the vineyard.
• The Cellar Master’s Suite is a 350-square foot master bedroom suite featuring a California King sized luxury bed and a relaxing whirlpool tub. The window above the bed actually looks out into the cellar. The Suite has a spa-like feel to it and is designed for one to two guests.

CCWP Photography Credit to:

• Mark Winkler Photography (Upper photos)
• David Pascolla Photography (Lower photos)

Also shown is CCWP Member Jeffrey Peters, The Wedding Guitarist

Zenaida Cellars
1550 Highway 46 West, Paso Robles
(805) 227-0382

Tina Swithin is the Social Media Queen and Blog Manager for Central Coast Wedding Professionals.  Follow the CCWP Blog, Facebook and Twitter  for the latest and greatest in Central Coast weddings. As a lifelong Central Coast resident, Tina looks forward to keeping you “in the know” when it comes to anything old, new, borrowed or blue.

By Tina Swithin

The fine folks at Robert Hall Winery proudly describe themselves as the “Essence of Paso Robles” and by all accounts, I happen to agree with them.  If you are planning a wedding on the Central Coast then I highly recommend stopping by Robert Hall Winery while perusing venues.  The appeal of a wine country wedding in such an elegant, romantic setting is sure to delight everyone involved.

Upon your arrival, you are greeted by a stunning setting that will take your breath away.  On the property, you will find a majestic oak tree and a gorgeous vineyard backdrop.  The winery is nestled on a hilltop overlooking Syrah and Cabernet vines.  An elegant yet inviting ambiance only adds to the charm of this Paso Robles wedding venue.  Robert Hall is the perfect venue for a local or a destination wedding.

I asked Dennis Swanson of Studio 101 West Photography about his experiences at Robert Hall Winery and this is what he told me, “The architecture and setting of Robert Hall Winery is really hard to beat.  They have the ability to move the wedding indoors if the weather turns bad. This particular event was a wedding vow renewal for Jeff and Debra's 24th anniversary and was put on entirely by members of the Central Coast Wedding Professionals. The ceremony was originally planned to take place outside overlooking the oak studded vineyards but with rain in the forecast it was moved into the wine caves. Elegance was added to the caves by the use of some great up-lighting and floral arrangements.”

The CCWP members participating in this event were:

• Lighting by Bailey Entertainment and Decor Lighting
• Floral design from Flowers By Kim
• Food by In Good Taste Catering
• Officiant Rev. Mike from Wine Country Weddings
• Music by Jennifer Eckerman and Many Mestas
• Photography by Dennis Swanson, Studio 101 West Photography
• Video by Jack Hutchinson Videography 
• Wedding dress by Down the Aisle, Inc.
• Hair and Make-up by Hair & Make-Up by Angell

Central Coast Wedding Venue:

Robert Hall Winery
3443 Mill Road, Paso Robles, California
805.239.1616 ext. 24
events@roberthallwinery.com

Tina Swithin is the Social Media Queen and Blog Manager for Central Coast Wedding Professionals.  Follow the CCWP Blog, Facebook and Twitter  for the latest and greatest in Central Coast weddings. As a lifelong Central Coast resident, Tina looks forward to keeping you “in the know” when it comes to anything old, new, borrowed or blue.

by Tina Swithin

In San Luis Obispo County, we aren't only known for our stunning central coast wedding venues, we are also known for our talented wedding professionals.  At Central Coast Wedding Professionals, we love when our members are recognized and properly spotlighted for the award winning work that they do on a daily basis.  While we already know that they are amazing, it’s nice to see them be recognized by their peers and by the wedding industry as a whole.

We would like to take a moment and shine the CCWP Spotlight on Brittany App of App Photography for a huge accomplishment.  One of Brittany's photographs was recently published in the May Issue of PDN (Photo District News).  I spoke to Brittany yesterday who explained, "I've been waiting and working my entire professional career for this.  This exciting news comes just a few months after being published in an article in Photographer's Forum Magazine, another leading magazine in the photography world".

PDN holds an annual wedding photography contest called "Top Knots : The New School of Wedding Photography Contest".  Brittany was selected as a PDN Top Knots Finalist in the "Candids Category" for 2012.  The finalists images are then printed in the magazine as well.  This sounds like a photographer's dream come true!

On behalf of Central Coast Wedding Professionals, we congratulate Brittany for this amazing award!
Brittany App of App's Photography
(805) 704-3996
brittany@appsphotography.com
PO Box 3304
San Luis Obispo, CA 93403

To find Brittany App of App's Photography and other fabulous CCWP Wedding Photographers, click here.

In San Luis Obispo County, we aren't only known for our stunning central coast wedding venues, we are also known for our talented wedding professionals.  At Central Coast Wedding Professionals, we love when our members are recognized and properly spotlighted for the award winning work that they do on a daily basis.  While we already know that they are amazing, it’s nice to see them be recognized by their peers and by the wedding industry as a whole.

We would like to take a moment and shine the CCWP Spotlight on Martin Fitzpatrick of Fitzpatrick Studios for his recent recognition at WPPI.  Martin Fitzpatrick's work was honored at the recent Wedding and Portrait Photographers International 16X20 print competitions. Martin was recognized with an accolade of excellence award in the Wedding Photojournalism category. Martin 
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On behalf of Central Coast Wedding Professionals, we congratulate Martin for this amazing award!
Fitzpatrick Studios
Email: melissa@fitzpatrickstudios.com
Phone: 805-783-0313

To find Fitzpatrick Studios and other fabulous CCWP Wedding Photographers, click here.

By Tina Swithin

One of the joys of working for Central Coast Wedding Professionals is hearing the wedding stories.  There are so many categories when it comes to wedding stories—from inspirational to downright humorous.  Have you ever heard the phrase, “if only these walls could talk”?  I’ve re-coined the phrase for the wedding industry to say, “if only these CCWP DJ’s could talk”.  When you really think about it, they see it all.  From the first meeting with the engaged couple to the best man’s speech that leaves everyone completely speechless.  They get to see the behind the scenes fiascoes and that very last dancer who is a bit over-confident in his dancing abilities during the song, “Baby’s Got Back”.

I was recently talking to DJ Bob Stock about a wedding for the memory books.  It turns out that the bride and groom had less than a month to get out the invitations, find their vendors and plan for the entire wedding.  This would prove daunting to most but not this couple.  They had three secret weapons: Mom, Dad and Central Coast Wedding Professionals.  Talk about a Dream Team!  The first part of their mission was quite simple, they got on the phone and booked their favorite resort: Avila Beach Resort and with Alex at the helm, you can’t go wrong with this beautiful Central Coast wedding venue.  With the location problem solved, they moved onto the next task: FOOD!  Chef Mike Foley of GCR Catering gladly came on board to create a feast for the eyes and the stomach.  The decision to hire the Collective Photographers utilizing the talents of William McKee and his partner were also an easy decision for this couple.  At this point, they were on the right track with a solid and amazing team of wedding professionals.

One potential challenge with a February wedding is weather.  Luckily, the rain that was expected that day decided to grace this couple with a sunny day yet sent the wind in its place.  The sun set and temperatures dropped to a chilly 47 degrees.  This is when it pays to have a professional caterer from CCWP who will ensure that despite the weather, your guests will be eating hot, delicious food.  Careful planning goes into developing a menu that follows the bride’s guidelines but also takes Mother Nature’s guidelines into consideration.

At this point, the stage was set for a truly wild, fun and even unexpected evening. The energy these two families had was off the charts as they were bouncing in their seats to the background music and loving every minute of DJ Bob’s rhythms. The volume of the conversations was loud and crazy from the very first minute and carried all the way through dinner and into the traditional events.  They went through the normal song progression such as the first dance, Father-Daughter dance and everyone’s favorite: the bouquet/garter toss.  The evening was perfect in every way but it was missing one thing: the Grandma Dance!

You are probably scratching your head about now.  The Grandma Dance?  One day, I hope to BE this Grandma.  This conservatively-dressed Grandma arrived on the dance floor and let her inner freak loose.  Rumor has it that she was pulling guys onto the dance floor and just having a full blown dance party of her own. I was told that she affectionately received the name, “Lady GaGa” and by the end of the night, she had a fan club of her own!  “Grandma GaGa” is now a wedding legend- glowing with fun and became the total life of the party.

Tina Swithin is the Social Media Queen and Blog Manager for Central Coast Wedding Professionals.  Follow the CCWP Blog, Facebook and Twitter  for the latest and greatest in Central Coast weddings. As a lifelong Central Coast resident, Tina looks forward to keeping you “in the know” when it comes to anything old, new, borrowed and blue.

By Tina Swithin

Imagine your Central Coast wedding complete with rolling hills, vineyards in the distance and an unbeatable location.  Now close your eyes and picture the lush greens lawns that only a golf course can provide. A Tuscan-Inspired clubhouse awaits you complete with an Executive Chef on standby by to cater to your every whim.  It isn’t a dream- it’s reality.  It’s the San Luis Obispo Country Club and it is the ideal venue for your Central Coast wedding.

The San Luis Obispo Country Club is located within minutes from the San Luis Obispo Airport, wineries, shopping, restaurants, hotels, beaches and the vibrant Downtown San Luis Obispo.  This gorgeous wedding venue offers a

plethora of breathtaking views whether you are in the main dining room, fireside room or terrace.  There is an extensive banquet menu available or you can create a custom wine country menu with the assistance of their award-winning chef, Troy Tolbert.  Let their full-time event coordinator personally ensure that every aspect of your wedding is handled with the utmost care and professionalism.

Step outside where the grounds themselves offer a multitude of photo opportunities that you will cherish year after year as you look back at your special day.  I recently asked Amy Wellenkamp, to describe the Country Club from a photographer’s perspective and here is what she said, “The San Luis Obispo Country Club has so much to offer. The ceremony site itself is over the top gorgeous. After the ceremony, you are escorted by your photographer and the wedding coordinator to a few ‘sweet’ spots for your ‘just married’ photos”.  As one who has personally attended several weddings at this venue, I give it a thumbs-up!

If you are interested in learning more about having your wedding at the San Luis Obispo Country Club, feel free to give them a call as they are ready to help you plan the wedding of your dreams

The San Luis Obispo Country Club
255 Country Club Drive, San Luis Obispo, CA
(805) 543-3400 or www.slocountryclub.com

Photo credits to:

• Amy Wellenkamp Photographers
• Photography by Jimmy de

Additional credit to CCWP wedding officiant, Barbara Koenig (shown in photo by Jimmy de)

Tina Swithin is the Social Media Queen and Blog Manager for Central Coast Wedding Professionals.  Follow the CCWP Blog, Facebook and Twitter  for the latest and greatest in Central Coast weddings. As a lifelong Central Coast resident, Tina looks forward to keeping you “in the know” when it comes to anything old, new, borrowed and blue.

Making Central Coast Weddings Easy

Your wedding day is one of the most exciting days of your life, but planning a successful event can be daunting and knowing where to begin can be tricky.

Most brides will immediately think of the perfect Central Coast wedding venue and dream wedding gown, but there are a number of other things that should be considered first.

Make sure your wedding planning process runs smoothly, on time and on budget with the quick wedding checklist below.

Central Coast Weddings Checklist

1. The Guest List - Put together a list of all the people you'd like to invite to your special day. Then review it and decide if it is an acceptable number. Keep in mind that the larger your guest list gets, the larger Central Coast wedding venues you will need.
2. The Wedding Party - Figure out who the best man, maid of honor, bridesmaids and ushers will be and invite them.
3. The Budget - Wedding budgets can be a sensitive subject, but must be considered to establish your limits. If you're managing your wedding yourself, make a detailed list of every item that will cost you and prioritize them. If you have a wedding planner, they will do this for you and make sure you stay within budget!
4. The Date - The most important things to consider are: season and weather, bridal party availability, religious limitations, ideal honeymoon location, day of the week and wedding venue size and availability.
5. The Insurance - Many people overlook the value of wedding insurance. The sooner you can get coverage the better, as your policy can cover scenarios such as losing your wedding rings, damage to your bridal gown and wedding venue double bookings.
6. The Planner - A professional wedding planner can take on full management of your wedding, specific aspects or just guide you through a detailed plan of action and provide you with advice. CCWP wedding planners have many Central Coast wedding contacts and can usually negotiate better rates than if you go direct.
7. The Service - The two most important things to think about in regards to your service are whether or not your service will be civil or religious and whether or not you'd like your ceremony and reception held in the same wedding venue or in multiple locations.  Some Central Coast wedding venues have designated areas for receptions while others do not.
8. The Venue - If you want your ceremony and reception in one location, look for Central Coast wedding venues that can accommodate this. Things to consider: cost, capacities, number of rooms, space for dancing, licenses and time restrictions. For separate venues, consider the distance between the two and transportation factors.  Here’s a list of San Luis Obispo County wedding venues.
9. The Timeline - Most people spend an average of one year planning their wedding. Many popular Central Coast wedding venues are booked up well over a year in advance! Plan and prioritize accordingly.
10. The Suppliers - Work out if the venue will provide the suppliers - florists, caterers and decorations. This is important if you have a local florist or caterer you wish to use. Here are the  CCWP members located in San Luis Obispo County:

• Wedding Apparel

1. Something Blue & True
2. Down The Aisle

• Wedding Bakeries

1. Madonna Inn
2. The Cakery
3. Cassie’s Custom Cakes

• Wedding Catering

1. In Good Taste
2. Mama’s Meatball
3. The Coffee Diva
4. Epic Weddings
5. Testa Catering
6. GCR Catering
7. Phil’s Catering
8. Pacific Harvest Catering
9. Linda Mora’s Classic Catering

• Wedding Coordinators

1. All Traditions
2. Arranged By Patrice
3. A Heart To Heart Wedding Consultant
4. CJN Event Planning

• Wedding DJ’s

1. Muir Music
2. Phase 1 Mobile DJ
3. The Central Coast DJ
4. At Your Service Weddings
5. Kramer Weddings
6. Bailey Entertainment
7. Entertainment Now
8. Escape DJ
9. Guy Ryder
10. AMS Entertainment
11. Joe Labarbera

• Wedding Flowers

1. Festive Designs
2. Fleur Flowers
3. Flowers By Denise
4. Flowers By Kim
5. Flowers To You By Jessica
6. Jenny McNiece Flowers
7. Adornments
8. Shell Beach Floral Design
9. Elegant Details
10. Harbor Floral
11. D&D Floral Design
12. Cambria Nursery
13. Bloom N Grow

• Wedding Hair & Makeup

1. Karla Murray (Mary Kay)
2. Bridal Makeup & Hair
3. Hair & Makeup By Angell
4. Kim & Co. Salon

• Wedding Invitations

1. All Traditions

• Wedding Lighting

1. Bailey Entertainment
2. Kramer Weddings
3. Grand Event Lighting

• Wedding Officiants

1. The Roc N Rev
2. Wine Country Weddings
3. Barbara Koenig
4. Reverend Mike Brewster
5. A Central Coast Wedding
6. Ronn Howe

• Wedding Music

1. Jeffrey Peters (Guitarist)
2. Manny Mestas
3. The Candlelight Strings
4. Carter House Productions
5. Jennifer Eckerman
6. Larkspur String Quartet
7. Penny Beavers

• Wedding Photo Booths

1. The Photobooth Experience
2. ShutterBooth

• Wedding Photographers

1. Mark Nakamura
2. Marcia Michael
3. Tom Meinhold Photography
4. Touch of Grace
5. Brittany App
6. Art Designs Photography
7. Blessed Beyond Belief
8. Blue Photo
9. Colleen Rosenthal Photography
10. Dasmann Photography
11. David Pascolla
12. Fitzpatrick Studios
13. Frame 37 Studio
14. Jimmy De
15. A. Blake Photography
16. White Wolf Studio
17. Bella Castle Photography
18. Mark Winkler
19. Studio 101 West
20. Allyson Magda Photography
21. Amy Wellenkamp
22. The Collective Photographers

• Wedding Publications

1. Central Coast Bride

• Wedding Rentals

1. Taylor Rental
2. Cover Ups
3. Got You Cover’d
4. All About Tabletops

• Wedding Transportation

1. Elegant Rentals
2. Nolands Carriage
3. Canyon Shadow Carriages
4. Wine Country Charters

• Wedding Videographers

1. Figleaf Video
2. Jack Hutchinson Videography
3. Caballero Videos
4. Jimmy De

Central Coast Weddings Are Easy With CCWP

There are many elements to planning a wedding, but hopefully you will find these tips useful to get you started.  Feel free to contact any of the Central Coast Wedding Professionals members located in San Luis Obispo or check out our directory of over 120 pre-screened local wedding professionals.

Check out the Central Coast Wedding Professional membership process if you’d like to add your San Luis Obispo wedding service to this list.

Central Coast Weddings are easy with CCWP.  Use this checklist to plan your San Luis Obispo wedding and check out our directory of over 120 prescreened local wedding vendors.

by Tina Swithin

The Central Coast is the premier location for coastal weddings in California.

Pristine beaches and stunning ocean views provide the dream setting for a San Luis Obispo County wedding.  I recently had the pleasure of discussing coastal weddings with Jenny McNiece of Jenny McNiece Flowers who was kind enough to give me her thoughts on a few coastal wedding venues.

Q: Jenny, you’ve been involved with hundreds of weddings on the Central Coast.  What are some of your favorite central coast wedding venues?

A: The Cliffs Resort is one of my favorite venues for a few reasons. My husband and I were married there almost 17 years ago so it definitely holds a special place in my heart. I really enjoy working with Anna Fergus, the Cliffs coordinator and

her entire staff.  Anna is very efficient and has a pleasant and sweet demeanor.  I also love this venue because of its location on the coast line.  It truly takes your breath away.

Q: There is another fabulous venue right next door.  What are your thoughts on the Dolphin Bay Resort?

A: The Dolphin Bay is another magical spot. The moment you step foot onto this luxurious resort you feel like you have been transported to a tropical island. From the perfectly manicured landscape to the most amazing food you will ever taste.  This is one of the most beautiful spots on the Central Coast. I have worked with Denai Vine, the Event Coordinator at Dolphin Bay for many years. She is both professional and fun to work with.

Q: Just down the road is the Sea Venture Resort.  Give me your thoughts on this particular wedding venue.

A: This is one of the only resorts along the Central Coast where the ceremony actually takes place in the sand. It's very unique and ideal for a couple seeking a more casual beach setting. The food is wonderful and the view is unobstructed.  In addition, it’s a great place for your guests to stay as it boasts cozy rooms with balcony hot tubs, fire places and soft down comforters on all the beds.

Q: Another great wedding venue that comes to mind is the Shore Cliff and Ventana Grill.  It seems like the Shore Cliff gazebo has become a wedding icon for both locals and destination weddings.

A: Yes!  The Shore Cliff is like a second home to me. Over the years I have been fortunate enough to decorate hundreds of weddings at this site. The banquet room has been newly remodeled and it is stunning. There really is no other banquet room on the Central Coast with comparable panoramic views of the Pacific Ocean. The food is exceptional and the staff is so easy to work with.

Photo Credit: Ashley Blake Photography

Tina Swithin is the Social Media Queen and Blog Manager for Central Coast Wedding Professionals.  Follow the CCWP Blog, Facebook and Twitter  for the latest and greatest in Central Coast weddings. As a lifelong Central Coast resident, Tina looks forward to keeping you “in the know” when it comes to anything old, new, borrowed or blue.

by Tina Swithin

As a little girl, my dream home was a fabulous Victorian House with gorgeous flowers lining a perfectly manicured walkway and a white gazebo in the backyard.  When I stumbled upon the stunning Kaleidoscope Inn, I had to pinch myself to make sure I wasn’t dreaming.  If I were personally planning a Central Coast wedding, this would score in the top five wedding venues on my list.

This wedding venue is truly a bride’s dream come true whether you are a local bride or planning a destination wedding in San Luis Obispo County.  While doing a bit of research, I reached out to CCWP wedding photographer, Keith Dunlop of Frame 37 about his experience at the Kaleidoscope Inn.  "The Kaleidoscope Inn is one of my favorite venues because it provides a wealth of image making opportunities in one place-- everything from the gardens, the Victorian architecture, and the interiors of the B&B itself. The venue really makes my job very easy as a photographer", explained Keith.  I also had the pleasure of speaking to another one of the CCWP photographers, Photography by Marcia and Michael who added, "The Kaleidoscope Inn has the most beautiful gardens, and the lighting and atmosphere is simply magical".

A few things you should know about the Kaleidoscope Inn:

• The Inn and gardens were renovated to recreate the elegance and charm of the Victorian era.
• You will discover one-acre of lush, flower-filled gardens which are stunning
• The site can accommodate up to 300 guests.
• Recommended times for a wedding in the gardens: Spring, Summer and Fall.
• They only allow one wedding per day to give proper focus and attention to each wedding.

Wedding Photography Credit for featured weddings:

Photography by Marcia and Michael
Frame 37 | photography by keith dunlop

To see a list of all CCWP photographers, please click here.

Other CCWP Members who participated in the featured weddings:
Down The Aisle
Flowers to You by Jessica
DJ Bob Stock

To see a list of all CCWP members, please click here.

Kaleidoscope Inn
130 E. Dana Street, Nipomo, California 93444
Info@Kaleidoscopeinn.com
(866) 504-5444.

To see other Central Coast wedding venues and reception sites, please click here.

Tina Swithin is the Social Media Queen and Blog Manager for Central Coast Wedding Professionals.  Follow the CCWP Blog, Facebook and Twitter  for the latest and greatest in Central Coast weddings. As a lifelong Central Coast resident, Tina looks forward to keeping you “in the know” when it comes to anything old, new, borrowed or blue.

By Taffy Gonzalez

If classic elegance fascinates you, why not bring that passion to your wedding day?  There are a handful of fabulous Central Coast wedding venues that will make your dream a reality.  If you are seeking a truly vintage-themed venue, you will want to check out the historic Officer's Club at Camp San Luis.   The Officer’s Club was built in 1928 and will allow you to plan the vintage wedding of your dreams.

Camp San Luis also has a quaint chapel on the property so that you can hold your ceremony at the same location if you’d like to add a more traditional piece to your special day.  Photography opportunities abound, from the 1950's' and 1960's historic airplanes that are on-site to the beautiful oak trees throughout the historic property. Make the day fun and unique by

having guests arrive by trolley or maybe you can park some vintage cars in front for a great photo op.  You can really have some fun by inviting your guests to arrive in vintage costumes which will set the scene for your special day.

As with many Central Coast wedding venues, there is so much that you can do when planning a wedding at the Camp San Luis Officer’s Club.  Step inside and discover the “fireplace room” which greets you at the entrance.  This area can accommodate up to 125 people and it is perfect for welcoming your guests, serving appetizers or displaying photos.  The Officer’s Club boasts a newly remodeled commercial kitchen, bar service, tables and chairs.  The ballroom alone can accommodate up to 350 people and there is room for an additional 300 guests outdoors.  Another perk of having a

wedding at Camp San Luis is that all of the basics including restrooms, tables and chairs are covered.  This means that you can focus your energy on adding your unique vintage touch.  You can use themed-vintage linens and china or turn the bar into a speakeasy. A vintage wedding is elegant and the Officer's Club makes it affordable.

Happy planning! -Taffy

All Traditions can be reached at (805) 781-8660

Taffy Holmes Gonzalez is the proud owner of All Traditions, a wedding planning and coordination company. Taffy enjoys helping brides plan their wedding in a relaxed and stress-free manner. Her goal is to make the bride's special engagement time fun, instead of burdened.