• 2009-06-02T00:00:26Z Brendas Wedding Blog

    Today I'll be featuring a Real Wedding from Beth Helmstetter Events, LLC, but first I just had to share with you some of the amazing tablescape designs I saw while looking thru Beth's online 'details gallery'. In a little while, I'll be back with one of Beth's weddings from Mexico (I love the calming colors in this beach wedding). In the 1st and last photo below, the location is the same, but you can see how the tablescape and choice of chairs gives the event a completely different vibe.Photo Credits:Hughes Photographics (first and last), Visionari (second), Brad Uyehara & Rachel Robertson...

  • 2008-06-13T07:45:45Z Style Me Pretty

    Today's post isn't so much a real wedding...it's actually not even relevant to the blog at all. It's a baby shower! BUT, it's such a funky, completely unique shower, that it could provide hours of inspiration for anyone looking to throw an eclectic, fun wedding reception filled with oh-so-unique handmade touches and details. Beth Helmstetter sent me these images from the shower that she planned for her best friend... VENUE & CATERING: The Herb Garden at the Blue Bird Bistro / PLANNING & DESIGN, FORALS and ACCENTS: Beth Helmstetter Events / LINENS: Wildflower Linens, RENTALS: ...

  • 2009-11-19T07:15:09Z Style Me Pretty

    For anyone that has ever spent time in Napa Valley, you know that it’s basically like a little piece of heaven. There is just something about the organic elegance of the town, something that screams sophistication and warm, approachable style. So today, I have two really pretty Napa-esque weddings to share that I know you are going to love. And the best part about each one is that they have details that anyone can replicate…on any budget, with any weddings style. The first wedding that Beth Helmstetter designed, actually took place in Los Angeles and yet it captures the vibe of Napa Valley...

  • 2009-12-04T09:00:31Z Style Me Pretty

    It’s time for another DIY Holiday Project and this one, by Beth Helmstetter, is total perfection. Whether you gift it to your girlfriends for the holidays or you use it as decor in your own affair, the end result is pure loveliness. Oh and by the way, Beth’s blog is FULL of inspiration and ideas that are so easy to fall in love with, so easy to obsess over. image by Jose Villa From Beth… Every now and then I receive emails from brides searching for the candles used in Louisa and John’s wedding. Truth be told, these were a super easy, DIY project created by my team for the wedding whic...

  • 2010-06-10T10:00:11Z Style Me Pretty

    This next rehearsal has me a little jealous and a little hungry. I’m particularly jealous of the gorgeous dress the bride is rocking, but also of the sweet and totally approachable style. Perfectly suited for a rehearsal dinner filled with close family and friends. Homemade Asian fare, flowers tucked in tea tins and perfect cans of Sofia champagne. Beyond. Designed by the fabulous Beth Helmstetter and photographed by the equally fabulous Steve Steinhardt, this rehearsal is total perfection. Click here to see even more. Click here to see all of the gorgeous pics…perfect for a rehearsa...

  • 2011-01-28T05:00:30Z The Brides Guide

    Beth Helmstetter is the creative director and founder of Beth Helmstetter Events, a boutique planning and design firm based in Los Angeles. Her company specializes in intimate events and destination weddings. She has organized everything from events held in her own backyard to destinations all over the world. Whether in Costa Rica or New Jersey, California or Hawaii, Beth and her team focus on creating personal moments and environments that are effortlessly stylish, approachable, and charming. Today, Beth is sharing three steps to help jump-start your wedding planning! 1. Envision your day: O...

  • 2011-03-15T13:00:15Z Style Me Pretty

    And speaking of the fabulousness that is Laura Hooper…apparently, good taste runs in the family. Since we are celebrating Laura’s soon-to-be nuptials, we thought we’d also share with you this little shindig that Laura and Beth Helmstetter put together for her sister’s rehearsal dinner. It’s gorgeousness defined and yet another example of just how talented these two ladies are. Click here to see even more! click here to see the full gallery! This beautiful rehearsal dinner, designed by Beth Helmstetter, took place in the Wine Cellar at Westlake Village Inn in Southern California....

  • 2010-03-02T08:28:40Z Style Me Pretty

    The invitations for this next party were pretty much enough to send me clear over the edge. And the super cute, super casual party that followed? Well, I was totally charmed to say the least. Not terribly shocking considering this event was designed by Beth Helmstetter with help from Laura Hooper for Laura’s adorable sister’s engagement (that was a mouthful!). And when these two girls get their hands on a party, you just KNOW the details are going to be off the charts great. photography by Steve Steinhardt Having just moved to San Diego, Ryan and I wanted to choose a restaurant in LA s...

  • 2011-01-20T10:00:15Z Style Me Pretty

    As promised, we are back and bearing gifts of the delightful wedding kind. If you thought the first part of this picture perfect Maui wedding was to-die-for, you are going to go absolutely bananas over the rest of this day. They say the magic is in the details and we couldn’t agree more. From Jose Villa’s gorgeous way of capturing the essence of a wedding, to every single petal and bloom beautifully crafted by Holly Flora, to all details that Beth Helmstetter has so effortlessly infused with style, this day really couldn’t be more magical. So sit back and prepare to get lost for a bit i...

  • 2009-11-16T12:00:00Z A Lucky Orchid Wedding

    I'm so excited to announce that one of my favorite event designers, Beth Helmstetter, has launched a "Real Life Bride" series on her blog which will follow the journey of a bride to the altar. And that lucky bride is....my sister, Alyssa Hooper! Some of you may know that my sister got engaged to her boyfriend of over two years, Ryan, on this past Halloween and this series will chronicle their journey to the altar from her perspective.{My sister and her betrothed! in Oahu in May}Be sure to head on over to Beth's blog to check it out, along with other wedding planning advice, gorgeous real weddi...