The Soolip Fix

A Soolip Wedding has come and gone, and I am proud to say that Sunday’s event was the best yet. I’m still beaming with that joyful feeling of pride and accomplishment.  Having been pushing up that challenging hill of producing an this event  of this magnitude for the last few months, boy does it feel good to stand on top of that mountain and take in the gorgeous view for a change!

And gorgeous it was! Along with my partners, Erica Ahlin and Brooke Barnes, we transformed the downtown Los Angeles Vibiana into a magical space full of beauty and inspiration for the attending brides.  The luscious decor, delectable food, show stopping Monique Lhuillier gowns, and oh-so-stylish vendors were a feast for the eyes.  For me, however, the most beautiful part of this day was having the opportunity to share my philosophy on planning a wedding.

I’ve learned that it is tempting to be mesmerized by wanting the perfect wedding. And so,  I challenged the brides at this year’s event to envision the perfect wedding as one not out of the editorial pages of the magazines, but rather something greater, something more inspired and heartfelt. A perfect wedding is one in which the unexpected events and surprises turn into the most glorious and memorable moments. It is one in which the smallest details are tended to, and where each and every guest feels special, considered, and honored. It is one in which the wedding and all of its elements reflect you and your partner, and not anybody else. And finally, a perfect wedding is one in which the process of getting married is as fun as the wedding day itself, and that the meaning behind getting married is not lost in the process.

I think that last bit can be applied to just about any big undertaking in life. All too often we become fixated on achieving the perfect outcome for every project that we take on. And while striving for perfection is commendable, I believe that it is the process that is more important. To enjoy the experience, learn from those bumps in the road, and never lose sight of one’s purpose is truly what counts. As I reflect on A Soolip Wedding, I can proudly say that this year’s event was certainly more impressive than the last, but each bit of improvement resulted from the many lessons learned along the way. I can’t to see what the next one teaches me! Cheers!