2011 Celebrity Weddings, who doesn’t love to dream! – Philadelphia Wedding and Event Planner – Angela MALICKI events

We all know the big wedding of the year was, of course, the Royal Wedding – but there are plenty of other A-list celebs that tied the knot! So we wanted to recap for you some of the other  festivities that took place this year thus far. This mid-year review will put us in a good position for our end of the year recap. Check out our blog post from last year’s nuptials and split-skis

Valerie Bertinelli and Tom Vitale - After dating for more than six years they decided to tie the knot in their Malibu home on New Year’s Day with close friends and family. Her dress was designed exclusively by David Meister, whom I had the pleasure meeting a few years ago at a private event.  One guest that will remain near and dear to her heart, Eddie Van Halen, married for 25 years. was front and center while Val and Tom were exchanging their vows. I guess Valerie will take “One Day at a Time”. I wonder what their first song was – Can’t stop loving you, I doubt it!!!

Shania Twain and Fred Thiebaud - Another celeb wedding took place on New Year’s Day in Puerto Rico with only 40 guests during a sunset ceremony on the beach. Shania’s nine year old son walked her down the aisle. She wore Calvin Klein shoes with a dress from a small store in Switzerland. Thanks heavens it wasn’t the uber tight and sexy leopard catsuit she wore in her 1998 music video “That don’t impress me much” After the ceremony, Shania sang at her own reception!

Kelsey Grammer and Kayte Walsh - Although this couple has nearly 26 years in between them, they wed at the Longacre Theater on February 25th in New York City (far from his Beverly Hills ex, Camille.) The reception followed at the Plaza Hotel with a mix of Hollywood and Uptown style. Maybe four times the charm for Kelsey! Love the Gold Manolos!

Reese Witherspoon and Jim Toth - This gorgeous couple wed on March 26th on Libbey Ranch in Ojai, California with nearly 100 guests. Monique Lhuillier designed the wedding dress with Jimmy Choo sandals. Some of the guests included Sean Penn, Scarlett Johansson, Tobey Maguire, Renee Zellweger, Robert Downey Jr. and Alyssa Milano.

Michael Bublé and  Luisana Lopilato - They first exchanged vows in a civil ceremony in Buenos Aires, Argentina on March 31st.  A few days later the couple celebrated with a 300 guest reception at a private mansion. The bride was seen wearing a satin gown featuring a plunging neckline and tiered skirt by Argentinean designer Sylvie Burstin and Christian Louboutin (one of our fav designers) heels. Their second celebration took place in Canada on May 20th at the Pan Pacific Hotel with another 500 guests!

Leann Rimes and Eddie Cibrian - Surprise! That is what happened to the 40 guests who arrived to the ‘engagement party” or so they thought on April 22nd in Malibu. It turned out that the couple would actually wed that day in a private ceremony. The very un-traditional couple were together nearly all day getting ready and sipping cocktails before their vows. Leann wore a Reem Acra gown and looked stunning!

 Lorenzo Lamas and Shawna Craig - On April 30th 53 year old  Renegade Star, wed his much younger lady (even one year younger than his own daughter and Bachelor finalist) at the Casa Dorada Resort in Cabo San Lucas. Shortly after the ceremony, Lorenzo took his new bride on a jetski for a ride before the reception, I guess the LOVE BOAT was not available that day. This is Lorenzo’s fifth marriage! Seriously, this guys has been around for a LONG time – a few noted shows he was on – Love Boat, Falcons Crest, Bold and the Beautiful and ofcouse the Renegade.

Marie Osmond and Stephen Craig - Yes, they wed for the second time! The couple shared vows on May 4th at the Mormon Temple in Vegas. The reception followed at their Nevada home, where Marie wore the same dress as their first marriage. I wonder what their first dance was – the cha-cha, the paso or perhaps the two step???

Miranda Lambert and Blake Shelton - This country singing powerhouse couple tied the knot on May 14th at Don Strange Ranch in Boerne, Texas. Miranda wore her mother’s wedding gown, then later changed in another gown and Blake wore blue jeans! Some of the 550 guests included Katherine Heigl, Josh Kelley, Reba McEntire, Dierks Bentley, Laura Bell Bundy, Cee Lo Green, Martina McBride, and Kelly Clarkson.If you haven’t seen their wedding pics, they are fabulous and the details – STUNNING!

Sara Rue and Kevin Price - Shedding for the Wedding is an understatement! Sara looked amazing in her Amsale gown on her wedding on May 21st in Pacific Palisades, California. It was a traditional Jewish wedding, with Jewish dishes and two wedding cakes! I think the diet plan fell out the window for one day

Tony Romo and Candice Crawford - The most recent celeb wedding took place on May 28th in Dallas, Texas (surprise). Of course, Jerry Jones was there along with many past and present Cowboys players. The couple exchanged vows under a tent at Arlington Hall with 600 guests watching. I guess Jessica Simpson did not get the invite! The guests received custom gift bags that included a Neiman Marcus gift card, assorted treats from Great One Cookies, a miniature bottle of Moet champagne, a box of Dude Sweet Chocolates, gourmet popcorn, chips and salsa, “Killer Pecans” from Bandera Foods, Voss bottled water, and an assortment of Kiehl’s beauty and body product – talk about swag!! -” THESE ARE A FEW OF MY FAVORITE THINGS” – as Julie Andrews is singing in the background

So who is next, Kim Kardashian and Kris Humpries? Will Hugh Hefner ever actually marry Crystal Harris? You also have Paul McCartney and Nancy Shevell. Who do you think will make it to the alter first?

xoxo
Ang & Ash

Did Hot Mama get a Hot Deal? – Philadelphia Wedding and Event Planner – Angela MALICKI events

Lets cut to the chase – did Hot Mama Deidrea sink or swim with the sharks? You’re probably dying to know! Although you should of been watching the show, we can tell you all the inside scoop.

Deidrea, owner of Hot Mama Gowns, pitched her company to the sharks on ABC’s show, Shark Tank, on Friday, April 22nd. Of course we planned a fabulous viewing party for her at McKenzie Brew House in Glen Mills for all of her family and friends to watch the exciting outcome together. Well the answer is – she both sank and swam with the sharks! Deidrea did get an offer from real estate mogul Barbara Corcoran, butturned it down! Crazy, right! Barbara wanted to change some things about the gowns, including sizing, which Deidrea felt was not beneficial. Hot Mama Gowns are made specifically for real women sizes – we all know that small, medium, large doesn’t always work for our body types! Barbara also offered to give Deidrea the $30,000 she asked for but wanted 40% of  her company. (I don’t blame her for saying no, you put in all that work, why would you want to give so much away?)

Some of Deidrea’s very real reactions while watching herself on Shark Tank.

The viewing party at McKenzie’s was definitely a hot mama party! So many of Deidrea’s “cheerleaders” were there rooting her on. Everyone was so excited and anxious to see what had happened, since Deidrea had to keep it a secret since October! The party was held in a private room downstairs of McKenzie’s with televisions all around to watch. Everyone who came through the door was simply thrilled to be there – you could just tell by the look on their face. Luckily, Kevin York Photography was there to capture each moment of the night.

Of course, since we are now “professional swaggers” – there were amazing swag boxes given away to guests at the end of the night! The boxes were stuffed with “mommy” gifts including tea from Earth Mama Angel Baby Organics, adorable hair clips from Kula Klips, cloth diaper detergent from Rockin’ Green Soap, a face cloth fromLunaPads, a delicious oatcake from Effie’s Homemade, organic baby soap from Sweet Knee, and a beautiful blanket from Babi Layers. The Belly Button Boutique also donated a UPPA baby VISTA stroller (worth $679.99) that Deidrea raffled off the night of the viewing. After stuffing 100 swag boxes with baby goodness, I think Ash and I are experts on what to suggest to mommy’s to be.

The space was decked out with all of Deidrea’s Hot Mama items. She had two gowns on display, along with swaddling blankets. Hot Mama Gowns even had their own custom M&M’s! The Orginial Runner Co. donated a hot pink aisle runner for the entrance, which looked absolutely amazing! The event was packed with hot mamas (and some dads too)!

The night started out FABULOUS, D wore these will shoes with hints of pink. I love her entire outfit, including her chic coiff ! All guests were photographed in front of the step and repeat board that we designed and set up. How glamorous!!!
Deidrea with some of her fellow hot mamas i, bottom left photo includes (L) Pina Rahill of Parent Express Magazine, Karla Trotman (3), Hot Mama herself, and  Shannon Choe(R) , founder of Premier Baby Concierge and Karla Trotman, owner of Belly Button Boutique.

Some of Deidrea’s “cheerleaders” as she likes to call her family and friends. Pictured in the top left photo is Veronica Utz, owner of babyB designs (center)

Deidrea really tells the story best. We can only imagine the adrenaline running through her body the night of the viewing! After the show Deidrea did a breif Q&A session – and it turns out that since the show she has had an “angel investor” come into her life. We won’t give away too many details – so you can read it yourself on her Hot Mama Blog.

Deidrea looking like a hot mama during her Q & A session!

Hot Mama Gowns has really made its footprint on the mama map and we have been happy to be a part of her journey! We wish you all the best Deidrea!

Ang, owner of Angela MALICKI events and Deidrea, the Hot Mama!!!
xoxo
Ang & Ash

One Hot Mama Dives Into The Shark Tank – Philadelphia Wedding and Event Planner – Angela MALICKI events

It’s true, one of our clients, Deidrea Haysel, is taking a huge plunge into the shark tank! Not the shark tank you’re probably thinking of, but ABC’s hit show Shark Tank. Deidra owns Hot Mama Gowns the latest and most fashionable way to dress during maternity.

We have had the honor to plan Deidrea’s viewing party which is happening THISFriday, April 22nd at McKenzie Brew House in Glenn Mills from 6:30-9:30pm. And yes – of course you can come! It’s easy, just RSVP to info@angelamalickievents.com and we will handle the rest! You will be able to view the show which airs at 8pm, there will be a lot of great prizes to win and you will even go home with your very own swag bag full of goodies!

Deidrea came up with the idea of Hot Mama Gowns during her own pregnancy in 2006. She was not thrilled with what she calls the, “itchy, chemical smelling, faded hospital gowns.” Right then and there was when her idea came to life! Deidrea went through many prototypes but eventually came up with a great design, plus the gowns are 100% pure organic cotton. The gowns are absolutely beautiful and range from sizes 2-24, with many styles to choose from. (Too bad neither of us are pregnant, or we would buy some ourselves!)

Delaware’s own, Hot Mama, Deidrea.

Now if you don’t know what Shark Tank is all about, it’s simple. The basic concept is that entrepreneurs put their company or idea out of the line, for the ‘sharks’ to take a bite at. Those ‘sharks’ consist of Mark Cuban, Jeff Foxworthy, real estate mogul Barbara Corcoran, infomercial industry pioneer Kevin Harrington, technology innovator Robert Herjavec, fashion icon Daymond John and financial expert Kevin O’Leary – not an easy crowd to please! The sharks decide whether or not they want to use their contacts and expertise to invest in the company. So on Friday, we will see if Hot Mama Gowns sank or swam with the sharks!

This is going to be a fabulous viewing party you will not want to miss! We are having a amazing group of sponsors including McKenzie Brew House, Kevin York Photography, and The Original Runner Co. Also, a list of companies who donated to our swag boxes can be found on the Hot Mama Blog.

It’s really a no brainer. An awesome venue, hot mamas, prizes, swag boxes, amazing photography by Kevin York, and a chance to party with us!

Hope to see you there!

xoxo
Ang & Ash