CHRISTINA & BILLY

" 5 stars all around for Duncan, who lived up to his legendary reputation. Duncan was actually the first vendor we hired. My husband had experienced Duncan's talent at his older brother's wedding and kept saying how smooth everything was. We were lucky that Duncan was available on our date and hired him without hesitation.  Starting the month before the wedding, Duncan was the main point of contact for every vendor we had hired. A wedding is such a production with so many people involved, so it was super helpful to have a coordinator handle major communications and follow up. Duncan came up with a detailed, 6-page timeline and ensured everyone knew where they needed to be at all times. He has great ideas and is always accessible, quick to respond, and detail-oriented.  One example that impressed me was how Duncan caught an error on my seating chart. To organize our guests, we had three different spreadsheets in Google Docs. One spreadsheet indicated everyone's entree selections. Another spreadsheet listed everyone by table. A third spreadsheet organized everyone alphabetically. Without my asking, Duncan cross-referenced the three spreadsheets and asked me if one guest was still coming, because her name with missing from the alphabetical order spreadsheet. Good thing Duncan caught that, because I was using the alphabetical order spreadsheet to lay out my seating chart! His timing couldn't have been better because he caught the error before I printed the chart.  Whenever anyone asks me how my wedding went, I tell them it was everything I hoped it would be and more. The day really was about as perfect as it could have been! I give a huge chunk of the credit to Duncan for making sure everything went off without a hitch. A relaxed bride is a happy bride. I absolutely recommend Duncan as someone you can trust to make your day happen. Hire him so that you can kick back and enjoy every moment! "

-- Christina Chiou-Yeh

Thanks to my amazing team of Wedding Pros who helped me create a fabulous Wedding for Christina & Billy.  It was a labor of love!

Wedding & Event Planning - Duncan Reyes and Mimi Renfro-Rodriguez with f. duncan reyes events by design

Photography - Larissa Cleveland and Jennifer Graham with Larissa Cleveland Wedding Photography

Catering and Reception Venue - Diane Fennikoh with Chardonnay Golf Club

Entertainment - Hubie Wang with Big Bounce Orchestra

Floral Design - Lisa Brown with Floralisa

Hair and Make-Up - Mei Zhou with Triple Twist, along with Jira, Matt and Yoong with Wowpretty Jira

Hotel Accommodations - Double Tree by Hilton Napa Valley American Canyon Hotel and Spa

Lighting Design - StefaNia Contreras with Atmosphere Lighting

Officiant - Rev. Michel Marcil

Photo Booth - Chris Wong with Perfect Pixel Photo Booth

Printing and Stationery - Buzzsaw Media

Wedding Ceremony Venue - Debbie Fradelizio with St. Helena Catholic Church

Wedding Cake - Alison Mitchell with SheChefs

Wedding Dress - Amy Kuschel

Wedding Dresses (Bridesmaids) - Mori Lee Affairs from Tom's Bridal

HEIDI & DAVE

I had the pleasure of coordinating HEIDI and DAVE’s wedding last August at the beautiful Golf Club at Boulder Ridge in San Jose. I really didn’t get involved in the coordination of the wedding until about just over 3 weeks prior. And even while we communicated via phone, e-mail and text, the planning process was seemless.  Having known Heidi and Dave in a very short time, it felt like we’ve known each other for a very long time.  This is what I like so much about the two of them – easygoing, friendly, humble, sweet, loving and fun!  And when we finally first met at their Ceremony Rehearsal, I knew they were going to be amazing clients.  And that they were, as were their incredible parents, Dr. and Mrs. Richard and Deane Giuffrida, and Mr. and Mrs. Robert and Lee Weber, both of whom welcomed me like Family.  I’ve always said “ . . . show me who your friends are, and I’ll show you who you are “ – and clearly, they have become my newfound Friends … and Family!

It was a picture-perfect day, replete with sunny and blue skies, followed by a romantic sunset, then a full moon to end their magical evening.  The room was full of love and great energy – what a wonderful way to start a fabulous new life together. 

Congratulations, Heidi and Dave – here’s wishing you all good things life has to offer, and that the love you share today and the blessings sent your way will follow you throughout your years together.

My special thanks to yet again my “Dream Team” for helping me create a very memorable and fabulous Wedding for two very special people.  I am only as good as the people who helped me behind and in front of the scenes! … you guys rocked this Wedding.  KUDOS!

Cake – Margaret Novak with Margaret’s French Bakery

Catering – Jondel Goldsmith, Owner Mike Mashayekh and Chef Scott Cooper with Le Papillon Catering

Entertainment, Event Lighting and Ceremony Sound – Master DJ Jason Mitchell with Music Solutions Disc Jockeys

Floral Designer – Kren Rasmussen with Bloomsters

Hair Stylist – Cindy Jacome

Hotel Accommodations – Katie Holland with The Fairmont Hotel San Jose and Gayle Roebuck with The Marriott San Jose

Make-Up Artist – Anita Daniels with Make-Up Artistry by Anita

Officiant – Tom Moore (Friend of Heidi and Dave’s)

Photographer – Heather Elizabeth Sumter along with Matthew Sumter with Heather Elizabeth Photography

Transportation – Andrew Tarling with LeGrande Affaire and Martha Rangel with Royal Coach Tours

Tuxedo Rental and Sales – Eli Thomas For Men

Venue (Ceremony and Reception) – Lisa Nunes with The Golf Club at Boulder Ridge and Pavilion Event Center

Venue (Rehearsal Dinner) – Maggiano’s

Videographer – Master Videographer David Ethridge along with Ryan Black and Brian Ethridge with AVR Films

Wedding Coordination and Event Services – Duncan Reyes along with Eileen Chiu with f. duncan reyes events by design