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Kristeen and Josh had a romantic, intimate wedding to remember, marrying in Los Angeles at the gorgeous, hip Marvimon. Both the bride and groom wanted the event to reflect who they were as a couple, while being surrounded by their closest friends and family. Every detail, from their fun Simpsons cake topper to home-baked cookies, were executed perfectly. Kristeen loved planning her wedding so much that she is now a fabulous event planner!

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The Details

  1. Bride’s Name: Kristeen Nelson (now LaBrot)
  2. Groom’s Name: Josh LaBrot
  3. Venue(s)Marvimon
  4. Wedding Date: 11.22.08
  5. Bridal Gown Designer: Pronovias
  6. FloristThe Treasured Petal
  7. PhotographerTrista Lerit
  8. Videographer: n/a
  9. CakeVanilla Bake Shop
  10. Wedding Coordinator: Design by Kristeen LaBrot Events/Day Of Coordination provided by Demaray Events
  11. Bridesmaid DressesJim Hjelm
  12. OfficiantJP Reynolds
  13. HairAll Made Up
  14. Makeup: Beth Cocuzzi
  15. Honeymoon: We did a 2 stop honeymoon — The St. Regis in Aspen for a few days and then flew to Playa Mujeres, MX to stay at the Excellence Resort.  That way we got snow and sand.

The Story:

Our wedding was everything Josh and I wanted it to be — small and intimate with our personalities showing through details such as a Simpsons cake topper and homemade cookies baked in the shape of our cats.  Our theme was “organic glam” — we included elements like feathers, manzanitas and river rocks but added a sophisticated edge with dangling crystals and chiavari chairs.  One of my favorite elements of the day was the crystal and cymbidium orchid curtain that hung behind us during our ceremony.

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I loved our guests’ reactions when they walked in the venue because from the outside, Marvimon can appear scary but once you walk through the doors, it’s incredible.

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I wish I would have given myself a chance to enjoy our food!  People aren’t kidding when they say you won’t get a chance to eat. I was famished by the time we got to the hotel.  Thank goodness we packed a to-go box!

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Have fun while you plan your wedding!  This is one of the happiest times in your lives and it goes by way too quickly to stress over the little stuff.

For more info on Kristeen’s beautiful wedding, check out her Project Wedding Bio!

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11 Responses to “Real Wedding: Kristeen and Josh”

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clarebee
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clarebee (message)  2,766 posts, Sugar bee

LOVE your caketopper!!! Where did you get it? :-) Also - love the idea of the cookie cats! We are having pictures of our animals as each table number as a way to have them be a part of our day! Your wedding was absolutely beautiful and you looked amazing!!! Congratulations!

 
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Mrs. Leopard
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Mrs. Leopard (message)  808 posts, Busy bee

Thank you! I got the Simpsons cake topper on eBay as a gift for Josh. It’s one of my favorite wedding purchases still.

 
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Miss Socks (message)  1,323 posts, Bumble bee

Gorgeous!! I love all of your details and your venue looks incredible!

 
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Lillindy
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Lillindy (message)  7,974 posts, Bee Keeper

I’ve always loved all the details from your wedding, you did a beautiful job!

 
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superstarkld (message)  25 posts, Newbee

I just have to say how crazy it is how similar I am planning my wedding to yours. This is the first time i’ve seen any of your pictures, but its just kinda freaking me out a little. I’m Kristen (very close to your name), and marrying a josh, our colors are black and white (with red accents) and the girls are wearing black dresses, my dress is almost identical to yours (same neckline, very similar bodice pattern, and very similar a-line skirt. there are too many things to mention about how similar my planning is to what you have done, but i love it and it makes me even more excited to continue on with my planning because all of your pictures of your event are gorgeous! Thanks!

 
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superstarkld (message)  25 posts, Newbee

Oh I forgot to ask my question, it looks like you wore a veil and/or flower in some of the pictures? I would love to see pictures from behind to see how that comes together because i want a veil but I don’t want a big one, and I was thinking about a flower in my hair for the reception… So if you could send me or post any pics of that if you have it or just let me know the specifics of your veil it would be greatly appreciated.

 
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Mrs. Leopard
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Mrs. Leopard (message)  808 posts, Busy bee

Thank you everyone!

@superstarkld - Here’s a photo of my veil from the back: http://www.facebook.com/photo.php?pid=2130773&l=183c51262c&id=558466045

You can also see a few different photos as well as some of my planning on my Project Wedding bio:
http://www.projectwedding.com/biography/list/kristeen

 
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bellenga
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bellenga (message)  7,536 posts, Bee Keeper

Wow Kristeen you are a gorgeous bride! What details! I love everything about your wedding –no wonder you’re a planner! Perfect details.
I showed the simpsons topper and cake to my son (a big fan) and he said “wow..that’s way cool”!

So so beautiful…just perfect. Thanks for sharing!

 
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winter
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winter (message)  1,333 posts, Bumble bee

that is so beautiful and i love the simpsons cake topper

 
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Clarissa

Beautiful pictures, Kristeen, I love how much personality is in the details<3

 
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Blue Bend Photography

so many beautiful details! love the orchid on the branches!

 

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