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Let’s have a real talk moment, shall we? It’s about Pinterest vs. Reality. Brace yourself. After 15 years of planning weddings in Los Angeles and owning Anything But Gray Events, I’ve learned that the biggest disconnect couples face isn’t between florals or flatware—it’s between expectation and budget. And a lot of that confusion […]
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A Cosmic Love Story Realized This celestial-themed wedding was more than just an event; it was a manifestation of the couple’s love story, written in the stars. From the intricate design elements to the personal touches, every aspect was thoughtfully crafted to celebrate their unique journey together. In the heart of California, amidst the […]
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Featured in Green Wedding Shoes. Planned and designed from top to bottom with love by our team at Anything But Gray Events, this celestial celebration of Queer Love was as unique as the couple it represented. Hiring an LGBTQIA+-affirming vendor team was incredibly important to the couple. Giving back to not only inclusive, small businesses, […]
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Welcome to this Elegantly Wacky Wedding at The Parker in Palm Springs. It’s a classic story with a not-so-classic ending: EmilyJane and Ramzi plus their crew of 70 “flocked over” to sunny Palm Springs from the East Coast to soak up the mid-century vibes for this Elegantly Wacky Wedding at The Parker Palm Springs. […]
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In this blog post, Demystifying Wedding Planner Costs in Los Angeles, we will shed light on the factors that influence the cost of hiring a wedding planner in Los Angeles and provide a general understanding of what to look for and expect. We share this information not to scare you, but rather to educate you […]
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Wedding planning is often associated with romance, excitement, and dreams of a perfect day. Cue any Hallmark movie. I am here to get REALLY honest with ya’ll, and say that wedding planning isn’t always so shiny, and perfection, of any kind, does not exist. You know that at Anything But Gray Events, we keep it […]
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Embrace the Beauty of Compromise: No Wedding Venue Will Have It All Photo by Mary Costa Photography at Valentine. Let’s talk about wedding venues! As a colorful maximalist Los Angeles wedding planner, I understand the desire to find the perfect wedding venue that fulfills all your dreams. However, it’s important to acknowledge that no venue […]
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A story of joy, acceptance, and universal love, Bono and Joel bring their unique personalities and combined interests to this one-of-a-kind, Panda meets Lego wedding celebration at Millwick in downtown Los Angeles planned and designed by Anything But Gray Events and featured in Love Inc. Magazine. The Couple Photos: Danforth Neal Photography Both hailing […]
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Linzy and Jeff, both teachers, are probably the kindest couple I have ever worked with. Their original wedding was set to be at Disney’s Grand Californian Hotel in June 2021. It was going to be a proposal turned surprise wedding with a much larger guest count. Then comes COVID-19 and plans changed dramatically. This wedding […]
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Carly & Matt Carly and Matt wanted a vintage-inspired engagement shoot that reflected their style and creative personalities. A costume change or two (or three) never hurts either! Please enjoy this colorful and creative engagement shoot at The Ebell of Los Angeles planned and design by Anything But Gray Events with photos by Miki […]
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