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My blog is for those planning their events and for those who like to attend events. Whether your event is big (weddings, bar/bat mitzvah, anniversary parties, milestone birthdays, etc.) or small (dinner parties, cocktail affairs, etc.) we have something for you.

Come visit my blog for "everything events!" Need tips on how to save on your wedding? Want to know what DC-area galas, festivals, fundraisers are going on? Want to find out about Trunk shows, Bridal shows, Mitzvah shows, Expos, and Venue Open Houses? Need tips on planning your dinner party? Need a Diamond Ring Shopping 101? Want to learn about different DC-area vendors and venues? Recently engaged and need advice on how to get started? Want to get ideas from some Cristina Maria weddings and events? Want to view some inspirational pictures of our favorites things to possibly spark an idea for your event theme? You have come to the right place.

Come and visit often!

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Wednesday, April 29, 2009

Financial Questions For Engaged Couples


Check out the article just posted on CNN. "25 Financial questions to ask before the wedding" by Real Simple.

I promise you these questions are more thorough then your priest will ask you at pre-canna or your overprotective (and loving!) parents will ask you about your significant other.

Great questions to talk about and consider especially if you are thinking about getting engaged.

I'm Love's number one fan. I also know that Love takes work. It is an every day commitment. Commitment can't exist without open and frequent communication. So communicate about your finances.

If you have any further questions please do not hestitate to contact Cristina Maria Special Events at info@cristinamariaevents.com. We are happy to help!

Laugh & Love!


Monday, April 27, 2009

Cupcakes with bling!

I love diamonds. I love cupcakes. What is better than putting the two of them together?! Jonathan Mervis of Mervis Diamond was thinking the same thing when designing their $30,000 diamond encrusted cupcake with Classic Bakery for the April 3-4 Wedding Ring Trunk Show at their Tysons Corner location. Check out the gorgeous pictures taken by Labor of Love at the Mervis Diamond Blog.




This one below has eight round brilliant diamonds surrounding one 2-carat asscher cut to top it off like a cherry on top except even better!
I attended the April Trunk Show and it was great! Designers JBStar and Frederick Goldman exhibited their collection.

I tried on this amazing cushion cut yellow sapphire platinum diamond ring. My hand was shaking because it was so beautiful. I felt like the luckiest woman in the whole world.

Please enjoy some of the pictures I took of the wonderful rings they presented.

And it just gets better...





Don't worry if you missed seeing the debut of their diamond encrusted cupcake. They are bringing it back for this weekend's Wedding Ring Trunk Show! You're not going to want to miss it. This Friday and Saturday, May 1-2 Mervis Diamond's Wedding Ring Trunk Show will showcase the entire collections of designers Martin Flyer and Coast. They are flying it all in just for this event! You'll want to come and check them out if for no other reason than the fact that there will be a yummy diamond cupcake and the designers are offering special discounts for this event only. They'll be showing hundreds of different styles in both platinum and gold, for both men and women.


Of course for the women like me and wondering, "will I just have to look at the bling cupcakes but not get a chance to taste their yumminess?" don't fret because Classic Bakery will have complimentary cupcakes for you to enjoy!

Here are the details for this weekend's events:

Where:

When:
Friday, May 1, 10:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Saturday, May 2, 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.


If you stop by the Rockville location, ask for Marilyn. Let her know I sent you. She's great and she'll take care of you.


I hope to see you there!

Thursday, April 9, 2009

Welcome!

Welcome to our new blog!

Cristina Maria Special Events has lots of fun things in store! We have several fun and informative articles to be posted soon – Upcoming Bridal & Trunk Shows, Mitzvah Shows, Vendor Spotlights, Venue Spotlights, Details on Cristina Maria's Weddings and Private Parties, Creative Party Ideas, Ring Shopping 101, Themed Parties Tips, Special Invitations to Exclusive Events, and much more! Stay tuned! You also will have a chance to get to know more about Cristina Maria and its team of wonderful, enthusiastic event service associates.

Find us on the Cristina Maria Special Events page on Facebook, Wedding Wire and follow us on Twitter.

Lots going on! I am so excited to share my passion for events and event planning with you!

If you, your family, or friends need help with planning a special event or need our services for on-site event management (unlike most day of coordination packages out there our includes 30 days of service instead of 5 and we offer a less expensive rate), feel free to contact me at info@cristinamariaevents.com. I’m happy to help!

Shine in your moment!