Brad and Tiffany

Brad and Tiffany had an amazing wedding this past Saturday on 12/11/10. It couldn't have been more perfect. They had a memorable date and had custom designed the chapel to exactly how they wanted it.

I was excited to coordinate this wedding because I got to take out all of the floral decorations that are normally in our LaCapella chapel because Tiffany had custom ordered pew markers, beautiful single sunflower arrangements with holly green ribbon to be placed on the end of each pew. She also custom ordered a beautiful sunflower floral spray to be displayed as the centerpiece. Our ladies in floral did an amazing job putting the arrangements together. We also placed pillar candles on the sides of the chapel with holly green ribbon wrapped around the candles.















They had sunflower boutonnieres for all the gentleman, 2 sunflower bouquets for the bridesmaids, and a gorgeous full sunflower bouquet for the bride.

Tiffany looked beautiful as she lined up next to her mother and father to walk down the aisle. She started to cry a little bit and said she keeps trying to remember funny movie quotes so that she wouldn't cry. They had a guitarist play Canon in D for the bridal party to walk into and the Bridal March for Tiffany and her parents.

The ceremony was beautiful, many tears were shed and smiles were had, and lots of years to look forward to. Congratulations to both of you and thank you for letting me be a part of your special day!

What are you doing for Thanksgiving? Getting Married!

I can't imagine anyone wanting to give up an entire day of cooking just so they could go get married. (insert sarcasm here)

But that's exactly what Kenneth and Stephanie did along with 7 other couples on Thanksgiving day this year.

Kenneth and Stephanie came to Vegas, just the two of them, to get married on this very special holiday. Thanksgiving is such a great day to get married on because what could you be more thankful for, than for someone to commit their life to yours, for better or worse. Thanksgiving is all about gratitude and really reflecting on the good things you have in your life to be thankful for.

Congratulations to all our couples who got married on this day.

Pure

Chris and Aliesha were wed at Chapel of the Flowers on November 23, 2010. They came in glowing, smiling, laughing, and could not stop kissing. The love they have for each other just sparkled in their eyes.

Chris and Aliesha met here in Las Vegas at Pure Nightclub. It would only make sense for them to come to Vegas and be married in the town where they met. They brought along a few family and friends. Aliesha had two of her family members walk her down the isle while Chris waited. When I closed the chapel doors behind Aliesha I could see Chris and how happy he was.

The best part of the whole ceremony is what they wore. There outfits is what they wore the night they met. I thought it was a great touch! Aliesha looked stunning in her red cocktail dress and Chris looked handsome in his button down shirt and slacks.




Thank you Chris and Aliesha for letting me part of your special day. I wish you the best and many years of happiness! You two truly know the meaning of love.

There's A First For Everything

Trond and Nicola Sorensen were so in love! I was privileged to be their wedding coordinator. They were so kind even though it was my first time coordinating a wedding! As I was putting the boutinierre on the groom, he said, "I have faith in you, Marci!" I said, "Well, at least someone does while I have a pin and flower in my hands!" Luckily, I didn't end up poking him. :)

Their wedding was a success! I wish Trond and Nicola many years of happiness and joy together. Thank you for letting me be your coordinator and being my first couple to coordinate for.

Inspirational Bride

On November 12, 2010 Laura and Peter got married in our Victorian Chapel. Laura was such an inspiration to all of us that worked that day. I wanted to share her special day, in the hopes, that she inspires you!

Laura looked beautiful on her wedding day.
Her dress was perfect! It was strapless with a a long train.
I knew that she wanted to show off that gorgeous gown to her friends and family that were watching.

I asked Laura if she was going to be in her wheelchair during the ceremony. She said that her friend was going to walk her down and that she would like to stand the whole time. I thought that was amazing!

When it was time to get married Laura stood up, held on to her friend, and walked down that isle with such grace and class.

I closed the chapel doors behind her and my eyes started to fill with tears...

As the ceremony ended I opened the chapel doors and my eyes started to fill up again with tears. Her wonderful husband, Peter, carried her up the isle as they were pronounced husband and wife!

Congratulations Laura and Peter!
It was truly an honor to be part of your special day.

Thirty Years of Delightful Surprises

Brian Dennis, has been married to his wonderful wife, Kim, for thirty years. Brian came home on Friday, and told Kim to pack her bags that he was taking her to Las Vegas, to celebrate their 30th anniversary. Little did she know that the two of them were really going to renewal their vows. Not only did he take Kim to Las Vegas, he also bought her a new diamond ring, that she did not see, until the ring exchange during the ceremony, and he also treated his wife to many dinners and shows. Kim is blessed to have a wonderful partner, and also to have a fabulous story to share!

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Favorite Dresses & Awesome Hair Pieces

Short and Sweet- Samantha (awesome name by the way) came over with her fiance from the UK to get married to her sweetheart. She was cute as a button with an adorable personality and a dress to match. It was short with a plain cream tank dress underneath of a long sleeve sheer cover with silver sequins and embroidery on it and a wide satin cream band at the bottom securing the two layers together. So simple but elegant and beautiful.









Absolutely beautiful- It was just Alia and her groom that day and I have to say that she is one of the most beautiful brides I have ever seen. They had an amazing photo shoot with tons of awesome pictures. Her dress was a lace halter with a long lace train. I love lace. There is just something so elegant and classy about it, it reminds me of the early 1900's. I guess I can be a sucker for the traditional.

My All Time Favorite- I saw Harmoni get out of the limo and said "that's the Galina dress model#SV9563!" I already knew this dress as it has been my favorite wedding dress for some time now. The line provides a long beautiful silhouette, a soft silky fabric with a free flowing train, a beaded dropped waist and ruching where the front of the dress overlaps at the waist.
She also had a great vintage hair piece to wear with it. I couldn't stop telling her how amazing she looked.

Ten Wonderful Years

Andy and Jenney Brown renewed their vows here at Chapel of the Flowers, where they were married ten years ago. The couple was so excited to be back, and they remembered everything from their wedding day. They also brought their unity candle from their wedding day, and lit it together one more time. The candle was in the original packaging, and it was the first time they saw the candle since their wedding day! Andy was a helpless romantic and Jenney was thrilled to be back! We wish them more years to come.

Texas Style Wedding

August 21, 2010 Justin and Sara had a beautiful ceremony in our gardens. They enjoy the outdoors and it only made sense for them to have their special day outside at Chapel of the Flowers.

Sara and her bridesmaids looked stunning in their dresses.
Justin and his groomsman sported a casual Texas style. They wore jeans, collared shirts, cowboy boots, and their cowboy hats!
Thank you Justin and Sara for bringing your Texas style to Vegas!

I really enjoyed meeting you and your family.
Enjoy married life! It was an honor to be part of your day.

Southern Belle Beauties

I had the opportunity to meet Sonny and Jessica! I first met them at their consultation with Michelle, who is one of our wedding planners. The next time I saw them was at their check out in our gift shop after their ceremony. The final time we met was at their photo appointment the following day. They were both still glowing from the realization that they are both married. Both Sonny and Jessica are photogenic, so their pictures turned out amazing!

They have been together since they were 15 years old and met in homeroom class in high school. He noticed her putting her make-up on and she finally just gave him a piece of paper with her name and number and said, "You will be my boyfriend, call me!" He did just that. It worked because now they are happily married after 12 years!

Congratulations to Sonny and Jessica for letting us be a part of your special day!

Elvis is in the Chapel!!!

Richard and Alexandra were married on August 14, 2009 in our La Capella chapel.

They are a super sweet couple! Alexandra looked absolutely stunning in her vintage style dress and her red heels! We all loved her looked! Richard rocked his pink tie!

Richard and Alexandra had a small ceremony. They brought along two family members with them that also matched there wedding decor! Alexandra had Elvis, Yes Elvis, walk her down the isle! She was so excited, but her sister was just a little more excited than she was!

When Elvis walked through the chapel doors I thought her sister was going to fall over! She could not believe her eyes. To her it was like seeing the "real" Elvis!

Elvis went to set up and practice for a moment before the ceremony. He starting singing and Alex's sister told us that she is in love! We all joked that we needed to hold he back!

Elvis sang three songs through out the ceremony. It was like having there own private concert!
Along with our beautiful bride and groom, some staff members also enjoyed listening to the sounds of Elvis!

Richard and Alexandra had purchased there rings here in Las Vegas. They decided that it would be a nice touch to get there wedding bands in the town they were married in!

Congratulations! I enjoyed meeting you and your family members! It was a joy to be part of your special day! Best of luck to you!

True Love

Tom and Julie have been a couple for seventeen years and decided to get married and not tell anyone that today was the day. So, they eloped to Las Vegas where Chapel of the Flowers made their wedding day the most exciting day of their lives.

Together they walked down the aisle with Julie in her beautiful wedding gown and Tom in his tuxedo and charming smile. They exchanged vows, rings and lit the unity candle stating that they are now united as one.

Let us all wish them congratulations and a long and happy married life. May the celebration begin!

20 years and more to come

Enjoying their first 20 years as a married couple with a terrific family, Toni and Anthony traveled from New York to share a renewal of vows ceremony.

This family had a fun loving and relaxed way about them, enjoying the fun rides, great food and all that Las Vegas has to offer.

We here at Chapel of the Flowers look forward to seeing them in a repeat renewal of vows ceremony. See you in 5 years!

John and Mandy

This past Monday was a really big day here at the chapel and I didn't even know it. It was 8-9-10 and a big day that a lot of people wanted to get married so we were unusually busier this past Monday than normal.

I had the privelage of coordinating in the La Capella chapel that day and I totally fell in love with John and Mandy. I was so grateful that I got to be part of their day as their coordinator. When Mandy first came in, she was wearing a beautiful, sort of vintage dress, all lace, reminiscent of 1952, a short veil, a little lace bolero with cap sleeves and shiny red heels. Mandy looked fierce. When she came in, she actually couldn't look at any of her family or friends because she would start crying, so I would joke around with her to try and keep her from crying and messing up her make-up.

Her bouquet was gorgeous, deep red roses, deep red dahlia's, and black (eggplant) lilies. Mandy has good taste.

She also did not have an engagement ring but instead had a diamond tattooed on her ring finger. Once again, her style blew me away.

My favorite part of my time with them was before I was going to line up Mandy to walk down the aisle, I went into the minister's office where she was waiting and I asked her if she was ready to get married and she was so nervous that she couldn't really answer me. So I gave her a little pep talk, took her by the hand, told her I wouldn't let her fall down, I said I would walk down the aisle beside her if she needed me to. Of course, that would be silly but I wanted to be there for her in whatever way she needed me.

They also had an amazing wedding cake created by Shannon at Shannicakes. I loved everything they chose that day.

One of my favorite things about a bride and groom is when they cry. Crying in public doesn't always get a good reputation. Some people say that crying is a sign of weakness, but I believe it's a sign of strength. It takes a lot of strength to be completely vulnerable and to be that vulnerable in front of people takes even more strength. So, when two people are so in love that it trumps everything else, the way they may look to other people, what could happen to the bride's make-up, what if your voice cracks when you repeat your vows, to be so overwhelmed with emotion that none of that matters anymore... that's strength. And so I almost started crying with them when they both came out of the chapel with tears running down their face. I love it when the bride cries, but I love it even more when I see the groom cry.

John and Mandy totally hold a place in my heart and I wish them all the happiness possible in their future.

E Harmony

On August 9, 2010 I had the pleasure of meeting a wonderful couple. Randy and Amanda were so excited to be getting married! I met them in reservations and while walking back to the chapel I got to know how they met. They met through an online dating site called e harmony. They informed me they only have been together for a little over two months! I would have never guessed because they were so in love. They looked like they have been together their whole lives. Amanda read on Randy's profile that he 3 boys, all grown, that attend college. Amanda also has a son and would be attending the same college as Randy's boys this fall. Once she read that she knew she had to talk to him. They spoke every night for 3 or more hours on the phone. Randy flew Amanda out to California from Texas and he told me once she got off that plane he knew he wanted to spend his life with her. Amanda went back to Texas, left her job, packed her stuff and moved to California to be Randy. They decided to get married here in Vegas at Chapel of the Flowers. They wanted a romantic ceremony that only involved them two! All 4 boys watched online as there families became one!

Thank you Randy and Amanda for letting me be part of your special day! I really enjoyed hearing your story! Best of luck!

40 years and still so in love...

Jim and Doris were married 40 years and five days on July 30th.
Doris wore a bright sunny yellow dress with a disposition to match. They were so sweet with each other as Doris would show Jim where to sign his name.

Before they were married 40 years ago, they dated for 7 years before that!

It was also really cute when they would sneak smooches with each other. At the end of their ceremony, Doris planted a kiss on Jim that would make a 20 year old blush.

Thanks Jim and Doris for letting me be a part of your renewal.

Flowers at the Chapel

Here at the Chapel, we have our very own floral shop, hints the name Chapel of the Flowers. Here our couples can customize and create their own bouquets, corsages, boutonnieres, and even hair accessories. The florists can work with any flower, color, or ribbon that you may like. We offer anything from a simple red Rose or to an exotic Mango Calla Lilly. The floral department is very creative and artistic, and they are sure to meet your expectations!

Cheers!

Claire Coombes and Robert Buckingham flew all the way from England and were married here at the Little Chapel of Flowers. Claire was wearing a very fun blue sparkling dress which was accompanied by equally sparkley nail polish! Claire and Robert booked Elvis to sing and marry them and were definitely not disappointed with their choice as they could be seen dancing down the aisle to "Wonder of You." They also sang along with "Love Me Tender" at the candle lighting and danced and sang back out of the chapel to "Good Luck Charm"!

Claire and Robert had been together for 31/2 - 4years and were very much in love. They were an adorable couple! We are very grateful to have had a part in their wedding and hope they have many long and loved filled years together.

A Shared Experience

Brittany Wilkerson didn't need much influencing to use the Chapel of the Flowers for her wedding site. Her parents were married here at the chapel 25 years ago and enjoyed their experience so much that they wanted their daughter to share in that joy.

Today they became Mr. and Mrs. Phil Houghton before the happy Wilderson family members. In a few weeks the couple will be leaving for England to start their life's journey as husband and wife.

Our final request was that they return to the chapel in 5 years to celebrate their renewal of vows for their 30th and 5th years of marriage.

Mr. & Mrs. Flores

It was the day that Thelema Medrano and Enrique Flores were to be married. Thelema and Enrique had chosen to have a First Look Service. With this type of ceremony neither the bride nor the groom see each other the day of the wedding. Enrique was standing in the front of the Victorian chapel eagerly awaiting the grand entrance of his bride. Thelema was outside of the chapel doors in the lobby with her father and brother who were escorting her down the aisle. She looked stunning as her white dress contrasted with the dark curls cascading around her shoulders. Bride and Groom arrived separately to the chapel but left together as one, Mr. & Mrs. Flores. Thelema and Enrique have now started on their journey as husband and wife. We wish them many years of joy and success as they grow and learn together through the years that they will share together.

Intimate First Looks

Young and in love, Sandy and Lacey Van Every planned an intimate first look service here at Chapel of the Flowers. The couple traveled alone all the way from Charlotte, North Carolina to secretly get married here in Las Vegas.
To make their wedding day a dream, they did not want to see each other before the ceremony began. Sandy came on his own to the chapel and awaited for Lacey. Once the Chapel doors opened and they saw each other for the first time, there smiles never faded,and you could tell this was true love.

A Family Affair

When I met Tracy and Brian Conwell their story took me by surprise. Look at this couple and you'll see what I mean; they are so young looking and they have 2 young grandchildren. Does this mean that the old saying is that children keep you young? It appears that this is true for Tracy and Brian.

Driving from Mesa, AZ, the couple brought their family to help them celebrate their 20th anniversay and enjoy the fun of Las Vegas.

The Chapel of the Flowers staff enjoyed celebrating your special day with you and we hope to see you in 5 years to make your 25th anniversary extra special.

Planner Assistant

Hello! My name is Marci. I am doing an internship with the Chapel of the Flowers as an assistant to the wedding planners. I absolutely love my internship for the variety of tasks I get to do in the Photo Gallery, Wedding Information and Gift Shop. I knew I wanted to work in the wedding industry after watching the movie, The Wedding Planner... believe it or not! :) I love to plan weddings, events, parties - you name it! I feel so privileged to be a part of a great staff that makes each wedding special for each and every couple.

I almost started crying with her...

This past Saturday, I had the pleasure of coordinating the 3 1/2 year Vow Renewal of Alex and Michelle. When they arrived, Michelle was crying and laughing through her tears because her awesome husband had planned this surprise Renewal for the two of them while here in Vegas. It took me by surprise but I almost started crying with her. They are from Washington D.C. which made my day because my home is close by to D.C. and I always enjoy running into people who I can chat about areas of town we both know back home.

Not only did Alex plan a great surprise for his wife, but they also had so many other fun plans while they were here in Vegas, from attending the Garth Brooks concert that night, to spending the entire next day at the Grand Canyon.

Alex and Michelle have been married 3 1/2 years but have been together a total of 8 1/2 years. They were first married on the beach and had brought the same vows from their wedding 3 years ago to read to each other today. I got to stand behind our videographer and listen in on what they were saying to eachother. With each line, I'd quietly say "aww" or "that's so sweet."

Not only did I feel privileged getting to be a witness to the love between the two of them, but to get to laugh and joke around with them as well really made my day.

Thanks Alex and Michelle for being super cool and letting me be a part of your (second) special day!

New Blogger!

Hi Chapel of the Flowers Blog readers. My name is Samantha and I am a Wedding Coordinator at Chapel of the Flowers and will be one of the newest bloggers here. I'm excited to get to know my couples and share their stories and my favorite things about their ceremony with you.

Wedding Coordinator, Mercedes

Hello!
I am Mercedes Sanchez, and I am a wedding coordinator at Chapel of the Flowers which is located on the one and only Las Vegas Strip!
I am just sixteen, and I am finally a senior at Valley High School, Academy of Hospitality and Tourism.
One of my favorite hobbies is scrapbooking! I love taking pictures and making special memories.
Along with that, I enjoy watching sports, but I love playing them!
But the one thing you just have to know about me is that I love to laugh and have fun, what sixteen year old doesn't?!

Blogger Mania!

Hello, Blog readers! I am Rebecca. I am a wedding coordinator and am one of the many new faces here at the Chapel of the Flowers. I enjoy writing, though I have never blogged before, so I'm sure you'll see many new posts from me.

I am happily married to my best friend in the whole world, and have a beautiful little girl named September Rose.

I love working at the Chapel of the Flowers as a wedding coordinator because I love to see the bride and groom on their wedding day before and after the ceremony. My favorite type of ceremony is the First Look, It's where the groom arrives early to fill out his paperwork and is hidden inside the chapel. The bride arrives a little later and after signing the last few papers is given her bouquet and stands out of sight in the lobby of the chapel. The music plays and she has a grand entrance into the chapel and they see each other all dressed up for the first time. Sometimes the groom will even have tears in his eyes at how beautiful his lovely bride is!

Here at the Chapel of Flowers I know it's safe to say that each and every employee works their hardest to make sure the couple's day is memorable, beautiful and every thing they imagined.

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Revewal of Vows

Who says you can't remarry as often as you wish?

Lawrence and Elsie were married here at Chapel of the Flowers in 1985 and enjoyed their experience so much that every 5 years they return here to renew their vows. Today, Elsie wore her mother's wedding dress and veil to celebrate their 25th wedding anniversary.

The chapel grounds have changed since they first wed but this couple looked regal and splendid as they vowed to continue their journey of life together. Their hearty goodbye was a resonant "See you in 5 years"!