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The fresh, beautiful, romantic cherry blossoms are almost in season and we cannot wait to create show stopping centerpieces. These ultra-glamorous, elegant flowers are the perfect balance between simple and dramatic to execute any spring themed wedding.  See some of our favorite cherry blossom centerpieces below:

One of the perks of being a luxury wedding planner is being able to experience some of the most sought out, exclusive properties in the world. We have become the top experts when it comes to finding the perfect locations for your destination wedding. Last week SJS Events got to experience some these amazing venues while in Milan, Lake Como, …

She said yes! We cannot help but swoon over Jennifer Lopez’s 15 carat, highest clarity, and colorless, six-figure diamond ring. We’ve all been following their picturesque love story and we couldn’t be more excited to congratulate J.Lo and A-Rod on their engagement! Take a look at some of our favorite looks from the beloved couple:

We just witnessed the grandest wedding celebration ever! While the Internet could not stop discussing the star-studded event, we are obsessed with all of the fashions that took our breath away. From the intricate details of hand embroidered traditional Indian silhouettes to the statement diamonds pieces, we just cannot get enough of these luxe embellished custom vogue-worthy styles. #AkuStoleTheShlo Nita …

Known for his extraordinary, larger than life decor, Preston Bailey has revolutionized theatrics, technology, and art to create some of the most amazing designs ever seen in the events industry.  His breathtaking and elaborate installations are without a doubt unconventional, remarkable, and a true work of creative genius. With that being said, we were so thrilled that Preston and the Langham …

Located on Grand Cayman’s famed Seven Mile Beach, The Grand Cayman Marriott Beach Resort is a fabulous getaway to take your family and friends for a grandiose wedding weekend. This scenic oceanfront venue exudes romance, elegance, and the perfect touch of flawlessness for any luxury wedding. We can’t wait to plan more destination weddings at this resort. Enjoy these photos:  

We can’t believe it’s a been a week since we’ve had the pleasure of planning the wedding celebrations for our lovely couple, Sibani & Apas. We couldn’t have asked for a more perfect weekend at the Waldorf Astoria Orlando. Thank you to all the amazing vendors who have helped in creating one more magical kingdom in Orlando where dreams do come …

We’re always on the creative edge of finding companies that we cannot get enough off. Right now Pinch Food Design is grabbing our attention with their creative, innovative, and absolutely delicious foods. It’s not enough to make sure that it tastes good, the perfect presentation changes the entire experience of eating. We’ve had the pleasure of working with Pinch and experiencing …

It’s award season and of course, we couldn’t wait to get some amazing reception dress inspirations. The glamorous Oscar awards ceremony took place last night and these breathtaking fashions are sure to influence a few fab looks for your next event. Take a look at some of our favorite looks of the night: Photo Credits: Enews  

The sky’s the limit when it comes to weddings, literally. The initmate, transformative features of ceiling decor can make any room feel like a romantic garden or a royal room of chandeliers. These dramatic yet elegant desings will sure to be the main attraction for  your guests. We’ve found some amazing inspiration for your big day : Photo credit to: …

Our job as wedding as wedding planners is to transform any ballroom. We hear time and time again! “Oh I hate the carpeting.” We have a fantastic solution, lets re-carpet. Through working with different decorators we’ve realized this is not expensive as one might not think. Take a look at some amazing re-carpeted receptions by Brion Shemeley, founder & creative …

As if weddings weren’t already filled with intricate details and dramatic floral pieces, why stop there? If there is one trend that’s elevating wedding decor right now it’s gorgeous hanging cakes. These unique, over the top designs are becoming the highlight of any reception and we’re starting to do them more and more in 2019.

Welcoming a new born is always a special moment and being able to share that joy with family and friends calls for an intimate setting. The last thing a mom to be might want to do is plan her own shower so what better way to pamper her than celebrating her evening at a lavish venue. Finding the perfect location …

What better place to release stress from wedding planning than at a winery. Napa isn’t the only place to enjoy the serenity and views of a vineyard. Share some good laughs, unwind, and enjoy the savory tastes of wine here in New York. Here are some of our favorite vineyards: Brotherhood Winery Wagner Vineyards Benmarl Dr. Konstantin Frank’s winery Lamoreaux

The world of wedding décor is only getting bigger and bigger. One trend we are loving is monogrammed pillows. If you’re ever looking for a customized touch to any event, monogrammed pillows are a nice way to make your event more intimate and personal.    

Who doesn’t love receiving a little something at weddings? A wedding favor is beautiful way of surprising and expressing gratitude to guests who made time to be with you on your special day. The perfect favor would be the one that exhibits thoughtfulness, commemoration and is yet alluring. While planning for a wedding in Aruba, here are a few options …

As fashion continues to inspire our day-day, we are always on the lookout for how it transcends into our wedding décor. The wildly sensationalized leopard print that hit haute couture in the 1950s, now accentuated with lovely red roses is what ‘s catching our eye. Here’s a few exquisite Dolce & Gabbana rose and leopard print fashion pieces that will …

We love the tradition of gifting bridesmaids with a little something special. They’ve laughed with you, they’ve cried with you, and now they’re here to help you celebrate one of the biggest days of your life. We know there is so much that goes into planning the perfect wedding. With our help, you’ll be inspired by these fabulous gift ideas …

Along with the mandap, the aisleway is one of the most important and photographed elements of design at a wedding. Beautiful aisleways can transform your venue and add so much to your wedding ceremony. Our brides keep turning to us for creative ideas for aisleways. Here are some of our favorites:

We are back in the office after a sunny weekend in Cancun, Mexico for our lovely couple, Ami and Samir. The #SAMIKISHAADI celebrations began with a Mexican themed welcome night at the Villa Del Palmar. Pinata’s, otomi pillows, sombrero hats and Mexican serapes added perfectly to the evening.   For the wedding day, our gorgeous bride walked down the aisle in …

We couldn’t have asked for a better start to our 2019 than the INSANELY BEAUTIFUL #MehtaForceBeWithYou wedding week! Words fall short to describe this three day mega celebration that the SJS team planned in just 4 months. With more than 100 vendors involved, this wedding promises to be the show stopper for 2019! It all began with a Mehendi night …

It has been an incredibly beautiful year with the SJS Team being a part of over 20 luxury weddings! We feel extremely honored and grateful to have had so many of these couples and their families put their trust in us. From planning our first same-sex wedding to traveling all over the globe to plan unforgettable celebrations, we have done …

We had such an amazing time being back in Puerto Rico, one of our favorite destination places for weddings! Cannot believe how beautiful this photoshoot went with the most amazing dream team by our side!  Our Team: Venue: @doradobeachreserve Photo: @joseruizphoto Video: @rayromanfilms Decor: @emilioolabarrieta DJ: @djsuhel Hair, Makeup, & Styling: @cinderellabridez Dresses: @sajdabysuman Jewelry: @reematdesigns_ Menu Cards: @cecinewyork Cake: @doradobeachreserve …

Thank you so much PartySlate! Can’t believe of this beautiful and gorgeous photo by Clane Gessel  is the most liked photo of the year on PartySlate’s “Top Instagrams of 2018”  newsletter.