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Hello from Twine!

Erica Espana — Fri, 02 Dec 2011 02:57:41 +0000

After a year in the making, my website has finally made its appearance! This labor of love is definitely not possible without all the encouragement and inspiring vendor friends that have guided me to this launch. I was able to collaborate with such talented professionals in the industry and couldn't be more grateful. Looking forward to 2012 and more lovely couples!

Take a peek at the website to see my recent weddings and photo shoot projects. www.TwineEvents.com

facebook.com/TwineEvents & twitter.com/ericaespana

A big thank you to my wonderful beau for programming my website. So patient and kind. We are also looking to collaborate more on our wedding websites, 5tiers. Perfect for the couples looking for a sleek and modern, informative wedsite for their guests. More fun layouts designed by the beau and I! P.S. My website was also designed by moi. A great and heartwarming feat for me!

Email me with any questions and inquires! Say hello: erica@twineevents.com

Fun with Calligraphy!

Erica Espana — Mon, 31 Oct 2011 04:52:55 +0000

I'm about to finish my first calligraphy course and it has been a whirlwind. The style taught was italic, the most popular yet hardest style in calligraphy. Now I can understand why! It's like learning how to write again with plenty of rules to make your head spin. However, after you catch on and you start to see the progress it's a great feeling!

With our first "artwork" piece and not being able to use gird paper, it was a challenge. A four hour process that included practicing, writing, lining, paste stubbing, lining again, and ultimately the final writing! Took me two tries, but here's the final piece. Not too shabby for my first class and piece with no grid paper....

Cheers to my next course in a couple of weeks! Hopefully we get to learn Copperplate. The pretty style!

Real Wedding: Sneak Peek at San Ysidro Ranch

Erica Espana — Thu, 29 Sep 2011 17:14:19 +0000

My new event planning + design website is underway....I'm thrilled to launch it and aiming for its debut in mid-October to early November (hopefully!)

Meanwhile, I got a sneak peek of my bride's wedding from photographer Gia Canali. So much beauty oozing from my computer screen. Here are two photos of the location and my bride walking down the aisle with her father. So blessed to have such a gracious and fun bride. She was so beautiful inside and out. Also, if you haven't been to San Ysidro Ranch in Montecito, you are missing out! Go for the day and you'll absolutely get lost in its charm and elegance from the lavender fields to serene cottages. You'll be in your own little heaven.

I can't wait to show you more! xo!

Love Threads: Wedding Shoot

Erica Espana — Wed, 03 Aug 2011 22:53:59 +0000

So happy to share, that my Love Threads Shoot is on Style Me Pretty! It was published yesterday and so thrilled with the outcome. All the love and support has been wonderful. The team I collaborated with couldn't have been more awesome, inspiring, and sweet. A big thank you to them!

Here are the fab people:

Venue: Petit Ermitage / Photography: William Kim Photography / Designer + Florals: Bunch Studio / Planner + Stylist: Erica Espana / Paper Goods: Pitbulls and Posies / Rentals: PowWow Vintage Rentals / Cake: IBI Cake / Beauty: Kelly Zhang / Gown: Winnie Couture / Models: Todd Hughlett + Lindsey Nelson

Click on Style Me Pretty's post for the full description and gallery!

Looking forward to more projects and publications! I can't wait to share!

Home Loveliness in Process!

Erica Espana — Wed, 13 Jul 2011 00:54:57 +0000

Why hello there. I've missed you blog. Lots of changes and fun things happening that has kept me from you. It's been a month now since my boyfriend and I settled in our new place in Santa Monica. A 15 minute walk to the beach is magical. We are definitely earning "beach bum" statuses.

As a big decor and interior design junkie, this place has been a dream project. I cannot wait till it's complete and feels homey. I'm not at the point yet where I want people to visit because "It's not finishedddd". I know, silly, but I want a semi-complete feeling... Hopefully, my vision comes across on my little striving budget. Definitely a challenge. With a boy involved, balance is key too. My love for vintage, bohemian chic must meet his modern, simple style. Tough, but fun!!

On a happy note, my bride's wedding is finally near. A year's planning all coming to make its appearance next weekend in beautiful Montecito, CA. I can't wait to share! Stay tuned. xo.

Here are a few sneak peek photos!

Style Muse: Olivia P.

Erica Espana — Thu, 28 Apr 2011 19:45:18 +0000

Her style is impeccable and meticulous. Whether Olivia Palermo is running errands, at a job, or a gala she is sure to turn heads. Every piece of item is well thought out and always fitted to the occasion. She's even got the handsome boyfriend to match (last photo)! I especially love that she looks ultra comfortable in all her outfits. You would never know a size of clothing is too big or small or a blister is brewing. Oh, to be an American Socialite, rough life... At least she carries herself well. Thank you for the fashion inspiration!

Must Haves:

Big Black Leather Bag

Tailored Blazers

Statement Jewelry

Ballet Flats

Bright Pop of Color

My Style Muse:

Comfortable, Chic, and Confident.

Spice up your room: Wallpaper

Erica Espana — Fri, 15 Apr 2011 18:25:41 +0000

The days are near where I get to be creating vision boards for the rooms in my new place. I can't wait to move out again and have the option to really decorate and settle comfortably. I truly love a well decorated room and someone who has the interior design skills! One thing I do enjoy seeing is the use of design wallpaper. A bathroom would be the perfect place to try out these kinds of designs. A great design worthy backdrop with simple white touches. The white touches being the towels in a woven basket, small flower arrangement, soap & tray, and candles. How soothing and luxurious does this sound?? The next post on wallpaper will be my actual walls...stay tuned, but don't hold your breath! ;-)

Wallpaper designs via ModCloth, Urban Outfitters, and Ballard Designs.

@5Tiers Wedding Websites

Erica Espana — Thu, 24 Mar 2011 18:30:01 +0000

5Tiers.com was created to bring a whole new level of quality and leisure to the Wedding Website world. Layouts are designed to not only fit the current wedding trends, but timelessness of your wedding day. With great customer support and customization options, you'll feel at ease. No added stress with this task of the wedding planning! Guests will be left feeling informed and excited about your big day!

Built with an intuitive content management system, couples are able to edit content and images with simplicity and assurance. Choose a theme, add photos, display wedding details, show off your wedding party, or keep track of RSVPs, the essentials are here.

Take a peek for yourself and sign up for a free 14 day trial.

Like what you see? Use promo code "launch100" for $100 off any plan!

www.5tiers.com

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Little, Dainty Necklaces

Erica Espana — Mon, 28 Feb 2011 19:00:19 +0000

I think every girl needs something dainty and pretty to grace their neck. These little gems will do the job. Just enough to make you feminine and romantic everyday without making a statement.

"Women wish to be loved not because they are pretty, or good, or well bred, or graceful, or intelligent, but because they are themselves."

From top to bottom:

Etsy Store, Makiemonster $20

Etsy Store, Studioro $26

Anthropologie, $48

BHLDN, $560

Nail Polish Power

Erica Espana — Tue, 22 Feb 2011 19:00:58 +0000

Chip. Smear. Dent. Nick. Smudge.

More than half will happen to me by the end of the week when I get a manicure. At least one by the time I get home from salon place. No, I'm not a total klutz... I try so hard not to smudge my newly painted nails, yet a mishap happens. I finally found two amazing solutions! An affordable and a luxe option.

What I love about both: no dry time and long-lasting!

Sticker Strips

The first, and sensible priced option are Sally Hansen's Salon Effects Nail Polish Strips. These "sticker strips" are applied to your nails and fitted to size with a mini file-buffer and cuticle stick. With fun graphics and colors, you'll have a set of star-worthy nails in no time. Super easy too. Suppose to last ten days. Currently, going on four...

Tip: Be extra thrifty and use the other side of the strip for another nail.

Gel Polish

The luxe option is using Shellac Nail Polish. This new trend uses the Gel Appliquéd and UV Light to create shiny, luscious nails. Not all salons are offering it yet, so call in beforehand to check. I was able to leave without any worry about banging them. My nails have never been so perfect and lasted 3 weeks! The only downside, it's a little work to remove the polish. So worth it!