Colorado Springs Wedding Planner| Southern California Maternity Photo Shoot

We often times are most critical of ourselves and how we look whether it's every day or in pictures. I am exactly that person, I dislike pictures of me and think that I look horrible in every one! Add to that a pregnancy and you will not see me anywhere near a camera. After finding out I was pregnant with my second child, I decided that after 7 years I should probably finish Natali's baby book. (don't judge me!!!) A friend of mine got me hooked on Becky Higgins Project Life. While I could not go back in time and capture every day of Natali's life, I decided to re-do Natali's baby book in this format. While going through old pictures I came across maternity pictures I had done while pregnant with her.

I remember the exact same feeling I feel now back then; not feeling pretty, feeling HUGE and uncomfortable, but looking back I am thankful I had them done. So I decided to get in the mind frame to have them done for this pregnancy. I wanted something different from the typical norm that I see living here in Colorado. My daughter was heading to Southern California for spring break to visit her grandparents and great-grandmother. I instantly thought how a beach photo shoot would be something different from the obvious mountains. My grandmothers house over looks the ocean in Rancho Palos Verdes and I remember as a kid playing in the backyard with the amazing view of the ocean set behind us. I reached out to Ala Cortez of Love Ala a Southern California based photographer after falling in love with her work. She was a recommendation from the ever so talented Jasmine Star and anything from J* has got to be amazing! After speaking with Ala she told me lived in Rancho Palos Verdes near my grandmothers house, that she agreed on my style for the shoot and from there it felt so meant to be! I think she did an amazing job of capturing such a special moment with both my children!

  

From the first time Natali could give and understand a hug as a little girl, she gave the absolute best ones. She squeezed so tight and held them for so long and to this day I LOVE getting hugs from my baby girl.

  





Ala created such a special memory for Natali and I. While these pictures were also about Lucas Alexander and his growing process at 23 weeks pregnany, I saw through these pictures how much Natali loves and adores her mother. We all want that from our children and I feel truly blessed to have her as my daughter.

Thank you again to Love Ala Photography for creating such a memorable experience. If you are ever in Southern California think about reaching out to her! She is a doll and made us both feel comfortable!

Sarah Viera

Owner/Creative Designer
Sarah Viera Event Planning & Design
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Valentine's Day Gift Ideas for your Groom | Colorado Springs Weddingplanner

Calling all brides!!!! Do you know what your getting your soon to be groom for the big V day?!?!?!? Either you are filled with excitement as you already have the perfect gift planned or you are like me and dreading all the days leading up to it till you find that perfect gift. Well look no further....SVE is here to help!

Here is what would be on my "idea" board for my hubby if we were to being getting married. Yes we are already married (10 years in fact) but I'm sure he wouldn't mind a few of these gifts!

Jenna Walker Photography

1. Personalized Cuff Links
Red Envelope has personalized cuff links where you can put a special message on a scroll to give your mate before he walks down the aisle. 












2. Personalized Shirt
Buying your soon to be groom a personalized shirt to wear under his tux or suit is a small detail that will last a lifetime! Buying that special brand or type of shirt, having it personalized with initials will make him feel that much more comfortable on the big day! 

Tracey Carolyn Photography

3. Shaving Accessories
What would be better than having your groom have a soft kissable face on your wedding day? Give your groom to be his own personal shave kit or a gift certificate to a custom shave! (My husband has always said he wants a custom shave, so that is top on my list!)

Jenna Walker Photography

4. Couples Massage
So many times grooms give their soon to be wife a massage so they can relax on the days prior to the big event. But why not have him join in on the massage. Relax together and truly enjoy the experience of unwinding and the bliss of soon to be marriage. Mateo's Day Spa has amazing spa packages that I have taken advantage of numerous times.

5. Add a little bling to his attire on the big day! Not only will this gift be worthwhile on the wedding day, but for many other days after. When putting this gift on daily or just or special events he will always think of you. 


































6. Boudoir Photos
While this is not my cup of tea (way too shy!!) some brides are outgoing and would love to do this. There are so many tasteful pictures one can take that will truly impress your groom to be! 












Hope these items help you find that perfect gift! 

Sarah Viera

Owner/Creative Designer
Sarah Viera Event Planning & Design

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**Caption this photo** | Colorado Springs wedding planner

I  love when I have bridal parties that are over the top funny. This group was no different and this is just one of the hilarious pictures captured on their special day. 

If you could caption this picture what would it say?....GO!

Venue: Spruce Mountain Guest Ranch
Photography: Jenna Walker Photography

The details on Colorado bridal show | Wine & Nosh 2013 | Colorado Springs wedding planner

Ooh bridal show season is in full swing!! Haven't you been hearing about them on the radio? This one is giving away a entire wedding and that one has discounts galore! Well I am here to tell you about ONE more! :) We aren't giving away an entire wedding but we have an amazing line up of events planned!

Wine & Nosh 2013 is a unique approach to the bridal show world. Three years ago when we did the first Wine & Nosh you didn't see many other bridal shows like this! What's so different you ask? You will not walk in and see 8ft tables squeezed against the wall with no room in between. Vendors will not be jumping out from behind their table with their sales car approach, but instead we invite you to come and relax in a inviting atmosphere. The vendors selected for this event were hand picked and chosen with great care in regards for the atmosphere of the event. We hope you enjoy meeting them as much as I have enjoyed working with all of them! They truly are all FABULOUS!!! 

Besides the inviting atmosphere we welcome you to come sip on a glass of wine, enjoy a little nosh (definition: to eat a small snack) and see a spectacular fashion show put on by the Castle Rock bridal boutique Wedding Treasures. In addition to the fashion show we will have flair bartenders from Peak Beverage showing off their bartender skills (or acting like Tom Cruise in Cocktail!!!!), throwing up bottles and glasses for all to see. How cool would that be to have at your own wedding?

Raffle drawings will take place throughout the night for all attending brides with chances to win free attire, photography deals, entertainment discounts and so much more! There are so many artistic and talented vendors participating in the show that you just need to come and see for yourself! 

You don't want to miss this amazing bridal show in Albert's Lodge at the beautiful Spruce Mountain Ranch on February 9 at 4pm. Please RSVP to Sarah@sarahvieraevents.com for your spot. First 50 brides will receive a gift bag full of goodies and a bottle of wine to take home!!!!

Participating Vendors:
All Digital Studios
A Vintage Affair Rentals
Amanda Lamb Photography
Anna Be
Art & Style Baking
Artistry Events & Design
Bellamint Photography
Captivate by Aleigha
Cassidy Brooke Photography
Celebrity Dj
Charming Chairs
Cloud 9
DDG Classic Transportation
Event Rents
Hillside Consultants
Jade Darrough
Magnifica Bella
Newberry Brothers Floral
Peak Beverage
Sarah Viera Event Planning & Design
Shutterbooth Denver
Splendor for your Guests
Spruce Mountain Ranch
Starkey Productions
Sugarplum Cake Shoppe
The Bundt Shoppe
Tony Rosacci's Fine Catering
Twigs and Posies Floral

Wedding Treasures Bridal and Tuxedo

A SPECIAL thanks to the following vendors for contributing their amazing talents to make Wine & Nosh 2013 possible.

Attire/fashion show: Wedding Treasures
Catering: Tony Rossaci's Fine Catering
Chair Rentals: Charming Chairs
Design: Sarah Viera Event Planning & Design
Desserts: The Bundt Shoppe
Entertainment: Starkey Productions
Floral: Hillside Consultants
Furniture Rentals: A Vintage Affair Rentals & Artistry Events
Hair: Captivate by Aleigha
Makeup: Magnifica Bella
Rentals: Event Rents
Venue: Spruce Mountain Ranch

Colorado Springs wedding planner | **BIG** news!

We have BIG and EXCITING news here at Sarah Viera Event Planning & Design! (SVE). Where to begin? Well we are getting ready for another exciting wedding season ahead of us. Last year ended on a high note and we couldn't be happier with the brides and clients we worked with! Each of them were fantastic in their own special way and I truly enjoyed providing my services for them! Not only did SVE coordinate weddings, bridal showers, and engagement parties, but we also ventured to the Corporate world and did a Holiday and New Years Eve party. Couldn't be happier with how 2012 ended! 

For 2013 we have our books full again! (Yay!!!!-me jumping up and down right now). While we still have a few open dates on the books left we are looking to have yet another busy summer and fall wedding season. SVE gets to head to some amazing Colorado venues and we couldn't be happier with where the job takes us! 

Another **BIG** and exciting adventure for SVE was a revamp in branding. While I still love my original branding, I wanted something new and fresh! I wanted to incorporate SVE into the brand so clients (and myself) don't feel like they have to say the full name of Sarah Viera Event Planning & Design. It can be a little long at times, especially when on the phone and letting people know who I am! So here it is....

  
Thoughts? Do you love? I do!!! Its so clean and simple and well....me! Thank you to The Tiny Cottage for designing! With re branding comes re-doing everything! I am so thankful to have my amazing designer/assistant Michelle on board. She has been great with helping update materials and is so willing to take a bigger role in SVE this coming year. Look for Michelle at weddings, stop by and say hello to her as she is a huge asset to SVE! On another note SVE may be growing by one more...someone else who wants to get into the wedding industry and was a former client. So like I said **BIG** things to come in 2013. 

And one final **BIG** news announcement...SVE is actually growing by one more and not in the terms of more assistants! We are expecting our very own Viera Bebe! We couldn't be happier and are excited to expand the Viera Family! 

"You're off to Great Places! 

Today is your day

Your mountain is waiting,

So...get on your way!" -Dr.Seuss

Wedding Invitations | Colorado Springs Wedding Planner

Creating your wedding invitations can be as exciting and fun as selecting your wedding attire. Wedding couples today have so many choices when it comes to selecting their wedding invitations. What's so impressive about wedding invitations for today's couples is how custom and unique they can be made to truly fit every style and preference. During the planning process, there are many decisions to make such as finding the perfect wedding dress, venue, cuisine, and stunning flowers..you name it! Wedding invitations should really be at the top of this list, as they set the tone for your celebration. Your invitations will be your guests' first sneak peek preview into your wedding day. The color palette, typography, layout and graphical elements combined will tell a story to each recipient. Make sure it's telling your story. For example, if you are hosting a formal Black-Tie Affair, it is influential your invitations reflect the same style by selecting a more Traditional and Sophisticated Font along with select choice of words while keeping the graphical elements to a minimum. If a more Casual or Destination wedding is more desirable, you can have fun with Contemporary Fonts. At Pier 9, we also help you select a theme that will showcase your individuality and personality. Your invitations will be a special keepsake that will be cherished forever. So it is important that while selecting and designing your invitations with a particular theme, to still keep them fresh, original and timeless.

Last but not least-you also need to consider paper selection. Papers are rated in terms of paper weight. Some of the most common include 100#, 110#, 120#, 130# and Cover. I advise my brides to not go less than 100#. Avoid text weight papers all together. These will not give the desired value of thickness for the occasion. Papers can also be referred to with points: 12, 14 and 16. A higher the point will give a heavier weight. Some specialty papers include Felt Weaves, Linens, Metallic and Brown Kraft.

Most printers today will print your invitations on a digital press to keep costs down. Color can shift with this method from one print job to another. So it's important to order your main stationary such as invitations  RSVP cards, and directions at the same time in one order. Offset printing is an option for brides looking to match a particular color; however, this will require a increased budget.

Every season brings us new color palettes that emerge as the hottest and most up-to-date trends of the year. In 2013, we will see vintage birds and birdcages combined with mint as just one of those "must have" combinations.

At Pier 9, I have a passion meeting with brides and unveiling their unique style and see it come to life through design. Whether it's Vintage, Classic, Modern, or a Destination Wedding- every bride has a vision that can be married to her event. Pier 9 promises to make it happen! Your wedding day is a celebration that is all about you! Make your invitations follow suit!

For more information please contact Sarah Viera Event Planning & Design 

or 

Pier 9 Design. 

smckean@pier9design.com | www.pier9design.com

Colorado Springs Wedding Planner

Sarah Viera Event Planning & Design (SVE) started out as a idea and vision in my head. I was tired of working at a job that did not motivate me nor require me to use the creativity I had to the fullest. I felt like I needed more, and that is when SVE was born. It has been an amazing and long experience with still so much more to grow and learn from. We are not quite there yet, but we are so proud of the progress we have made. 

With owning my own business I have found it difficult to find interns and/or employees that are willing to give your business or the task at hand 100%. I find they just want to be apart of the fun aspect and decorate weddings. The business and social media side do not appeal to them in the slightest, but I am always willing to give them a shot at what they think is fun. Soon enough they learn the decor portion is not always as fun as they imagined. Time constraints can be demanding and stressful which can put some interns in stress mode. 

But I feel at this point I have a diamond of an intern. Michelle, contacted me wanting to learn the ropes of wedding/event planning business. She had just planned her own wedding and wanted to continue that passion. She wanted to start out as an intern and see where it led from there. Which to me is the right frame of mind when getting into this industry. Today, she has become lead designer with SVE! Michelle not only loves the decor, design and fun side to the business, but she also wants to learn the business side! And with that, I am SO happy she is apart of my team. 

In February of 2010 Michelle became engaged to her husband. She began a two year engagement full of excitement and wedding planning. They were married in St. Thomas, USVI on March of 2012. 

Michelle graduated from Colorado Technical University in 2007 with a BA in Visual Communications. She is currently pursuing a Marketing Certificate with the College of Business at UCCS and hopes to continue on for a Master's degree in Business Administration. 

Michelle is originally from Michigan. She moved to Colorado in 2004 and has enjoyed living here ever since. 




























Please feel free to reach out to Michelle and welcome her to the SVE team. We are thrilled to have her and can't wait for her to start coordinating weddings! 



If interested in becoming an intern with SVE please contact Sarah Viera, owner of Sarah Viera Event Planning & Design.

Vintage Inspired Wedding | Colorado Springs Wedding Coordinator

Sometimes no words need to be spoken...

Please enjoy the beautiful pictures from Lola Elise Photography.

Thank you to the following vendors who made this wedding a success:

Baker: Sugarplum Cake Shoppe

Caterer: Tony Rosacci's Fine Catering

Ceremony Venue: 7 Minute Spring

Coordinator: Sarah Viera Event Planning & Design

Entertainment: Sensational Sounds

Florist: Twigs and Posies

Makeup: Magnifica Bella

Officiant: A Bridal Blessing

Parasols: Splendor for your Guest

Photographer: Lola Elise Photography

Reception Venue: The Carter Payne

Rentals: Event Rents

Rentals: A Vintage Affair Rentals