Fantasy Sound in Ceremony Magazine!

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We were over the moon to see our feature in the 2015 San Francisco Ceremony Magazine! These lovely images, courtesy of Dana Todd Photography, come from a fabulous styled shoot we did at Casa Real at Ruby Hill Winery. Many thanks to Ceremony Magazine for the feature! See the full spread here! Proudly serving Bay Area Weddings […]

Say Hello to Melanie!

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We are so excited to announce that we have added a new member to the Fantasy Sound team- Melanie Wing! She will be serving as our Administrative Assistant and will be the main point of contact for all of our couples. We wanted to give her a chance to introduce herself, so without further ado…here […]

Stephanie and Matthew’s Casa Real Wedding

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Stephanie and Matthew are such a delight and we were so happy to work with them at Casa Real at the Ruby Hill Winery! From saying “I do” under our 12-light chandeliers to grooving to our DJ’s tunes, their warm smiles lasted all night long and gave the wedding such a loving feel. Our fun and festive […]

Choose Fantasy Sound as your Videographer!

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You already know Fantasy Sound Event Services has an amazing team for DJing and lighting/design, but did you know we offer videography services as well? Our extremely talented crew of videographers will make sure you’re able to relive the excitement of your wedding day whenever you want! Let Fantasy Sound capture every detail of your love story […]

How-To: Get Parents Involved

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We get it – when you’re planning a wedding, the last thing you want is an overbearing parent or two to think they can take charge of every last detail of your big day. That being said, there are ways to involve your parents in your wedding planning without losing control – it is your […]

Tina and Lance’s Wedding at Casa Real!

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To say Tina and Lance’s wedding was jaw-dropping would be an understatement! It’s always a pleasure working at Casa Real and this was no exception. We provided drapery and a custom GOBO for the ceremony, as well as the drapery and 12-light crystal chandeliers for the reception area. Danny Dong captured some incredible images and we loved […]

Rachel and Jonathan’s Casa Real Wedding

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Rain on a wedding day isn’t always a bad thing – in fact, we’ve heard it brings good luck! Rachel and Jonathan didn’t let the weather affect them; if anything, they embraced the rain and made the most of it. This pair was so easygoing and so wonderful to work with! For their reception, we used a fun […]

How To: 3 Ways to Have a Stress-Free Wedding

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Planning your wedding seem like a stressful process, but lucky for you, today we’re happy to share some ways to keep from getting overwhelmed. So put that wine glass down and read on! Be Organized When you first get engaged, there’s no doubt that you’ll have a million ideas running through your mind about your dream wedding […]

Introducing our Antique Chandeliers!

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Planning a rustic, yet elegant wedding? Well, look no further! Today, we are pleased to share our new Antique Rust Chandeliers! Featuring 12 lights and a beautiful antique rust finish, our chandeliers will shine in any industrial chic wedding! Measuring at 32″ wide and 40.5″ high, these are perfect for both dancing and dining. Interested in them for […]

How To: Let’s Talk Budget

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So, it’s time for the budget talk… While it’s not the most romantic part of planning your wedding, it is one of the most important steps that you and your partner will take together. It is imperative that the two of you take the time to sit down early in the process to ensure that […]

April and Nathan on Style Me Pretty!

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Happy Friday! We wanted to celebrate this special weekend by sharing this romantic Style Me Pretty feature that is bound to knock your socks off! Not only did Concannon Vineyard make the perfect rustic backdrop for April and Nathan’s big day, but the pair’s palette choice of dusty pinks and blue-grey made this wedding one to remember. […]

Jacob and Emelie’s Livermore Valley Wedding

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Nothing makes us happier than a gorgeous California wedding, so we couldn’t wait to share Jacob and Emelie’s big day with you today! Set at the scenic Murrieta’s Well Winery, this pair’s wedding was one for the books. These high school sweethearts were such a blast to work with and we were pleased to help create a beautifully romantic […]

Julie and Ralph’s Casa Real Wedding on Style Me Pretty!

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We couldn’t wait to share this lovely feature of Julie and Ralph’s special day on Style Me Pretty with you today! Kudos to A Day to Remember and The Flower House for designing such a breathtaking event for the pair! The Youngrens beautifully captured every little detail of Julie’s pretty-in-pink wedding day at Casa Real at Ruby Hill Winery. Click here to enjoy the […]

How To: Select the Right Songs for your Playlist

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Your wedding will be one of the most memorable days of your life – doesn’t it deserve a great soundtrack? Selecting songs for your wedding playlist can be lots of fun, but there are several guidelines that you should follow to ensure happy guests and a lively dance floor! Sit down with your partner. Narrowing down your ideal […]

Upcoming Meet and Greet!

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Are you still looking for a DJ for your special event? Join us for our Meet and Greet event on February 21st, 2015 to see what we’re all about! This is an awesome opportunity to get to know our team all at once. We have a lot happening and we would love to share what’s up-and-coming with you! Those […]

How To: Considerations for Selecting a Venue

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Choosing a venue is such an integral part of the planning process – it’s one of the first steps you’ll need to take before selecting your vendors. However, there are several things you’ll need to consider before taking the plunge and we’re here today to share our expertise: First and foremost, each venue has its own […]

Introducing our Mandap!

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Today, we are thrilled to tell you about a new product we’ve been working on! In Hindu and Jain weddings, it is an ancient custom for wedding ceremonies to take place under a Mandap, which are intricately constructed from wood and includes seating for the couple and their parents. Our very own Mandap features gold […]

Casa Amore Recap From Casa Real

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We had an absolute blast participating in the Casa Amore event at Casa Real at the Ruby Hill Winery! Each year, Casa Real and Palm Event Center host a showcase for engaged couples where vendors are put into designated teams that design different areas of the property. At this year’s event, we teamed up with […]

Chris and Courtney featured on Style Me Pretty!

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Today, we’re just thrilled to share the gorgeous Sonoma wedding of Chris and Courtney, who were recently featured on Style Me Pretty. Our friends at A Savvy Event created a memorable day for this blush and grey affair hosted at the bride’s family home, while Allyson Wiley captured all of the great details and moments […]

How To: Make the Most Out of Attending a Bridal Show

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Bridal shows are a wonderful way to connect with a number of wedding professionals at one time, but they can also be a bit overwhelming. That’s why we are here to provide you with a few tips to make the most out of your time at a bridal show! Arrive with a game plan! Preparedness […]

Disc Jockey Meet and Greet

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Still looking for a wedding DJ? Trying to find plans the last weekend in January? Also wanted to know what a room full of DJ’s looks like? Well you’re in luck as we are excited to share that we will be having a Disc Jockey Meet and Greet on January 31st, 2015! The very best […]

Pleasanton Wedding: Elizabeth and Aurash at Ruby Hill

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We loved designing Elizabeth and Aurash’s wedding – they were a lovely couple to work with! For their special day, we provided elegant ivory drapery, paired with a champagne colored Scrolling Leaves GOBO wash. Medium violet uplighting brought in a fun pop of color to the already gorgeous Ruby Hill Golf Club. Elizabeth and Aurash […]

Upcoming Events

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If you’re engaged, then your days are no doubt filled with vendor appointments as you work toward assembling the perfect wedding day team. The beauty of bridal shows is that you can meet a number of professionals at once- in fact, it’s one of our favorite ways to connect with couples! This month, we’re excited […]

How To: I just said YES! What’s Next?

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Did you ring in the New Year in a special way? Congratulations on your new engagement – what a great way to start 2015. As the excitement and jitters start to wane, you might be wondering what the next step is. Do not fear – we want to offer some tips about what your first […]

Happy Holidays

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Happy holidays to all! We hope you are having a wonderful holiday season full of food, family and fun. With the thought of fresh starts and resolutions on our minds, we are so very thrilled to announce the launch of our brand new web site! Planning a wedding should be an exciting time, but it seems too […]

Style Us Shocked!

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We are SO excited to announce that we were involved in two Style Me Pretty features in two days! It’s hard enough to be featured once, so imagine our surprise when we found out that two of the weddings we were involved in were selected, and we were even more surprised when they were published back to […]

Engagement Shoot Tips!

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If you’re anything like me, one of the first questions I always ask before doing anything is “What am I going to wear?!” An engagement photo shoot would be no exception. Engagement photos are a great way to capture the beginning of a new chapter of your lives together, and also serve as a nice […]

Catelyn and Daryl Tie The Knot!

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James of Bel Inizio Photography recently posted some pictures of Catelyn and Daryl’s October wedding at Casa Real at the Ruby Hill Winery, and when we saw them we knew we needed to get our hands on them for our blog! We absolutely love working with James and we can always count on him to […]

When Should I Have My Wedding?

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It’s engagement season, and a lot of couples have just begun their planning. Many questions arise at the beginning of the planning process, and one of the biggest questions is WHEN do we want to have our wedding. Now, there are some brides that have been planning a spring wedding since they were kids, and […]

2013 Romance in the Vineyards!

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We were SO excited to receive the images from 2013’s Romance in the Vineyards showcase at the Palm Event Center! We were lucky enough to work with a great group of vendors, and we were all really pleased with how our vignettes came out. Each vignette had a different theme, which allowed all of us […]

We Are SO Thankful!

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Well, can you believe it’s already the holiday season? We sure can’t! This year has absolutely flown by for us because we have been so busy, and it’s made us realize how thankful we are for a lot of things. We are so grateful to be in this industry where we can work with people […]

We Are Crazy for Chandeliers!

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Chandeliers have been one of our most popular inventory items the past few years, and it doesn’t look like the trend will be slowing down any time soon. Our chandelier inventory has steadily been increasing over the past 5 years, and we are always on the hunt for our next favorite chandelier! Want to check out […]

Sneak Peeks- Romance in the Vineyards Edition!

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Romance in the Vineyards took place at the Palm Event Center on October 30th, and we had a great time setting up all of our different vignettes. We wanted to wait until we received the professional photos before we shared them with you….but we just couldn’t wait! Here a few sneak peeks of our different […]