Parker Palm Springs Affair
I love, love, love this wedding. I know that I say that all the time so it’s a little like the boy who cried wolf, but this time. Well, you’ll see. Remember the incredible rehearsal dinner that the fabulous Alison Hotchkiss planned and Jose Villa (who really needs no words of introduction) photographed? Well, today, we are all about their wedding!
Ummm, fabulous, right? The lovely Alison Hotchkiss has been sweet enough to share all of the oh-so-fun details with us so I am just going to pass the mic over to her!
Alisa and Shahraab were originally planned to get marred in Mexico at the beautiful Esperanza Hotel (an Auberge hotel) and do their rehearsal dinner at the Marquis Los Cabos. Two pretty epic spots. Swine flu broke out two weeks before the wedding date and in 5 days determined it was best to move it somewhere else in California. Being a warm climate was important to the couple (since it was winter in NYC) and many of the guests coming form China would be flying through LA. My event producer Kelsey, went down to LA and scouted hotels up and down the coast for her and ended up in Palm Springs for another client meeting when a light went off that it was the perfect spot. Due to the fact the wedding was so last minute they got great hotel rates and in the end spent about 20k less then they would have in Mexico.
We have a gazillion photos to show you from this incredible affair…from drool inducing flowers to perfect bridesmaids and tables that are going ot make you jump for joy! More in just a bit!
The colors of this wedding are great! So bold & bright!
Would love more info. on the bride's necklace -- it's beautiful!
I stayed at the Parker just a few weeks ago. Great staff, nice property and yes it's all about the funk. It's definately a venue for the "hip couple," althought I did peak into an empty ball room that looked like it could be decorated to suit just about any style, from traditional to funk.
I stayed in one of the larger rooms, it had a private balcony and a large "party" shower ( I'll let you use your imaginations). There is also a super funky James Bond/ Austin Power restaurant that's beyond retro, mixed with some classic French elements. There's a nice private pool area and spa.
I can't believe you moved a wedding to a whole other country in 9 days.. amazing!!! Jose is always stunning!!!
I can't believe you were able to find a place on such short notice. Amazing!!
I think that is the prettiest ring shot ever! Love it.
I am obsessed with The Parker!! If I got married again I would definitely have my wedding there. I am so excited to see more of this wedding. Those flowers are amazing!!!
love the dress!!!
Her bouquet may be the most fabulous thing I've ever seen!
Love the dress. Love the color palette. Love the location. Love the place. All in all a perfect wedding for the couple!
Beautiful!! I *love* the hugs/love pillow in the background of a couple of these photos. Can anyone share where the pillow was found? Thanks!
the flowers infront of the pillow... my favorite shot!
I love all the orange flowers.
I, too, would love to know the source for the pillow. So fun! Thanks -
WOW!!! Love the vibrant colors of this wedding! Your blog is so wonderful! I can spend hours and hours here :)