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This is the Anything But Gray Events blog, where caffeine and kindness power me as I relive the most fantastical events through poignant write-ups and gorgeous images. 

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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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When Broadway meets Hollywood Historical Glam, there is always room for a costume change (or two!) The Couple Next time you find yourself in Las Vegas, stop by Showboy Bakeshop for a sweet treat and to meet Stephen and Jared. The grooms met while working in the entertainment industry in Las Vegas, where they live. […]

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2021 seemed to be more of an extension of 2020 than any of us hoped. With all the reopenings and the subsequent closures happening almost weekly, the Event and Hospitality industries in Los Angeles were left feeling as if we were muddling through days, looking at life through a foggy windshield. Never knowing what tomorrow […]

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Frank and Connor were engaged during an epic double surprise proposal weekend at a winery in Napa, California last year. Unfortunately, due to the pandemic, they were not able to celebrate this special occasion with their friends and family as they would have liked. One of the most incredible things about celebrating and showcasing LGBTQ+ […]

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For years, I have admired Hayley Paige’s style and designs. Her out-of-the-box creativity is a breath of fresh air. Hayley Paige is youthful, spirited and plays with hues as no other bridal designer can! She is a magical, fashion unicorn and designing this event for her was colorful dream come true for Anything But Gray […]

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Beauty blogger Chia Habte and Rapper-Comedian Tim Delaghetto wanted a Non-Traditional yet Classically Elegant Wedding in Sunny California that would incorporate their unique cultures and big personalities! The palm tree soaked Bel Air Bay Club was the perfect beach lined backdrop for this larger than life creative couple! Enjoy these gorgeous sneak peek images from […]

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Summer is here and it’s a hot one! Use these helpful tips from Anything But Gray Events to beat the heat, take care of your guests and enjoy your outdoor Summer Wedding! Summer Wedding Rules: Just like Fight Club, The first rule of HEAT is: You do not talk about HEAT. The second rule of […]

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Check out Gloria Mesa Photography interviewing Holly Gray of Anything But Gray Events at Ruby Street in Highland Park. Click here for the full interview.  Thank you to Sergio Colchado of Sergio Anthony Films for capturing this fun and informative gab session while filling viewers in on all the beautiful spaces that make up Ruby Street! I […]

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I am thrilled to be sharing this beautiful Maravilla Gardens wedding with you! Jessica + Brian wanted a romantic and soft Summer wedding with lots of personal details and classic flare. The results were….absolutely stunning! The Couple: Jessica + Brian are young and fun professionals who are both big wigs in the music industry.  They also […]

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(The) Wedding is Coming… Megan + Mike’s Northern California Redwood Wedding at his family home in the Anderson Valley was EPIIIIIC! This gorgeous redwood filled sprawling estate was the backdrop for a whimsical Game Of Thrones/Offbeat/Foodie/ Colorful themed wedding. With an out of this world style combo the stage was set for one hell of […]

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