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Photo of the Month – Wooden Chandeliers

The perfect touches to your big day are in all the little details. However, these gorgeous chandeliers hardly feel like little details! Elegantly draped with wooden beads and encased with modern black iron, these stunning light fixtures fit so many beautiful styles. 

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This gorgeous photo is brought to life with the captivating floral arrangements done by Nicole Ha Design that add the perfect pop of color. The stunning scene sets the stage for the happy couple and all their loved ones to celebrate their big day with the perfect lighting shining down! 

Want these gorgeous chandeliers at your wedding? Get in touch with us!

Photographer: Corinna Rose Photography  

Lighting, DJ, Video, Photo Booth: Fantasy Sound Event Services

Florist: Nicole Ha Design

Rentals: Pleasanton Rentals

Venue: Palm Event Center in the Vineyard

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Event Lighting Q&A

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Lighting is critical to the success of your big day. You will want more than a few light switches controlling the look of your space, so it’s best to have a professional handle it! The last thing you want is to poor lighting reflecting in your pictures and videos of your big day after all […]

Jinger Leonard-Norton, The Flower House {Creative Partner Spotlight}

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In this edition of the Creative Partner Spotlight, we’re thrilled to present The Flower House! We love interviewing local vendors and our friends at The Flower House are no different.  So without further ado, allow us to introduce you to the owner, Jinger Leonard-Norton!  Tell us a bit about your professional background. What brought you […]

Follow Us on Social Media

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Planning a wedding? We’ve got all the inspiration you need over on the Fantasy Sound Instagram page!  The show-stopping lighting and gorgeous photos are enough to hit the follow button, but we’ve also got all the tips and tricks to make your wedding planning a breeze. Whether you’re looking for stunning pictures as inspiration or […]

Wedding Planning Roundup: 5 Helpful Resources

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Getting engaged is such an exciting time in your life! The last thing you want is to feel overwhelmed by planning all of the fun. Lucky for you, we’ve gathered some helpful wedding planning resources to save you from the stress.  Let’s get this party planning started! 2022 Wedding Trends (Martha Stewart Weddings) Turns out […]

Summer Wedding Trends: 6 to Know in 2022

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Who doesn’t love a beautiful summer wedding? There’s a reason it is the most popular time of year to get married! The warm weather, bright green grass, and flourishing landscape make for a gorgeous wedding day.  Don’t even get us started on summer destination weddings. Hello, mini-vacation! Let’s make sure your summer wedding hits all […]

Photo of the Week: Ceremony in the Round

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Have you ever considered a ceremony in the round? Perhaps you’ve never seen it before! This dynamic layout is a great way to ensure all of your guests get a great view. It’s also a sweet way to literally surround yourself with loved ones as you step into your happily ever after. Our round beaded […]

5 Spring Wedding Trends to Know & Love in 2022

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Spring is a time of rebirth, as flowers bloom and nature comes back to life. It’s also one of our favorite seasons because there’s just something so special about a pretty spring wedding! Between colorful themes, beautiful weather, and bountiful florals, it’s truly a season to celebrate. Thanks to two years of postponed nuptials, we’re expecting […]

Event Services Showcase: Get to Know Us on March 10!

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Psst — we have another Event Services Showcase coming up on March 10 and we would LOVE to see you there. Immerse yourself in the full Fantasy Sound experience and fall in love with all we have to offer for your big day! RSVP to our Event Services Showcase and get ready for: Answers to […]

Weekday Weddings on AP {New Press}

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If you have been considering a weekday wedding, you are not alone! Weekday weddings are becoming part of the norm as the industry navigates an unprecedented “wedding boom” in the wake of the pandemic — and it turns out couples and their guests are actually loving the midweek nuptials! Not only do weekday weddings tend […]

Photo of the Week: Floral Explosion

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Can we talk about the gorgeous scene from Anie + Jason’s wedding? We’re calling this a floral explosion because blooms are EVERYWHERE! We love how Wish Social Events dressed up our drapery to create this one-of-a-kind arbor — a beautiful addition to frame the sweetheart table!

Photo of the Week: Sweet Wedding Recessional

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Today, we’re celebrating that “just married” excitement that is always present during a couple’s wedding recessional! They’ve worked so hard to get down that aisle, and now there’s nothing left to do but party! (And the marriage part, but first things first…) These lovebirds said “I do!” at Palm Event Center and you can just […]

Wedding Lighting: 6 Types to Consider for Your Big Day

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Once you dive into wedding planning, it’s easy to get excited about all of the little details that go into your perfect day. Chair types, linen choices, centerpieces… There’s a lot to consider when it comes to the look and feel of your big day. But there’s one element that allows your whole design to […]

Kate Boyle, The Club at Ruby Hill {Creative Partner Spotlight}

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We are thrilled to shine our spotlight Kate Boyle to the blog today! Kate is the Private Events Administrative Assistant at The Club at Ruby Hill, which means she’s the one keeping the trains moving for all of their onsite events. Get to know Kate and how she supports couples at The Club at Ruby […]

LAST CALL: Event Services Showcase – Jan. 13

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The clock is ticking — have you RSVPed for next week’s Event Services Showcase? Join us on January 13 for a step inside the Fantasy Sound experience. We can’t wait to have you! Here’s what you can expect at our Event Services Showcase: Answers to all of your questions from our amazing team of event […]

Looking Ahead at 2022 Wedding Trends

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It’s here, it’s here! The New Year is here and, with it, we’re welcoming a whole slate of 2022 wedding trends fresh for the picking. For our fellow industry pros, you’re well aware that we’re in for a busy year. And for the engaged couples out there, you’re probably in the thick of wedding planning […]

Happy New Year!

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2022 is just around the corner, and we are all set to celebrate! We hope you’re taking the next few days to celebrate the New Year in style: surrounded by loved ones, good food, and fun festivities. So without further ado, Happy New Year from the team at Fantasy Sound! P.S. Did you know that […]

Adam Clark, Adam J. Clark Photography {Creative Partner Spotlight}

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This week, we’re highlighting the owner and lead photographer of Adam J. Clark Photography… Adam Clark, himself! You may recognize Adam’s name from the gorgeous photos of his that we’ve shared on our blog and social media. He’s truly a visionary behind the lens, and we love collaborating with him to bring our clients’ events […]

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Won’t you join us as we ring in the New Year with our next Event Services Showcase? Come out on January 13 and see why we’re the top event lighting & entertainment provider around! Meet with our team of professionals, test out our photo booth (props included!), see our renowned lighting fixtures up close and […]

New Press: Popped! | Holiday Proposals

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With the holidays upon us, we loved seeing Kevin’s latest feature on Popped! as he speaks to planning meaningful holiday proposals! According to The Knot, peak proposal season falls between Thanksgiving and Valentine’s Day with 40% (!!) of engagements taking place between November and February. The most popular days are, of course, for holiday proposals: […]

4 Reasons We Love Winter Weddings

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Winter is quite a romantic season, making it perfect for saying “I do.” There’s no better time for couples to cozy up by a fire, go ice skating, or enjoy a lovely evening stroll. Here in California, we all love a little winter coziness and are complete suckers for dreamy winter weddings! Whether you’re still […]

Happy Thanksgiving!

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Happy Thanksgiving! Today is a day for practicing gratitude and we wanted to let our clients and colleagues know how much we appreciate them. Thank you for all that you do! We hope you are spending the day enjoying food, family, and football!

New Press: BRIDES | Planning a Beach Proposal

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Is there anything more romantic than a sweet and sandy beach proposal? Swoon! Kevin was recently featured on BRIDES sharing advice for popping the question in a picture-perfect setting. Read the full feature here! So before you book your flight and pack your flip flops next to that sparkling ring, make sure to read this […]

Bria + Ryan’s Pleasanton Wedding Featured on PartySlate

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Be still our hearts! We were thrilled to see Bria and Ryan’s gorgeous Casa Real wedding featured on PartySlate in all of its glory. Now, the photos below are just a glimpse of the reception. But wait until you see the romantic ceremony setup and the stunning outdoor lounge space! The combination of draping, greenery, […]

4 Clever Holiday Event Décor Ideas

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The holiday season is upon us! This is the perfect time to celebrate and create wonderful memories that you and your loved ones will remember fondly for years to come. If you’re planning a holiday event this time of year, make sure to bring the cheer! You can start by adding some decorative elements and […]

You’re Invited: Event Services Showcase on November 17

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The clock is ticking — our next Event Services Showcase is just around the corner! Join us next Wednesday, November 17, as we show off the exciting new inventory we have in stock along with all of our lighting and décor all-stars. We can’t wait to meet you and show you how we can help […]

Photo of the Week: Wedding Dragon Dance

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We always get excited when our couples infuse their weddings with cultural traditions that celebrate their heritage. This wedding dragon dance at Palm Event Center was no exception! Our rustic beam Edison chandelier looked lovely paired with our reclaimed wood wall with personalized monogram letters. Cue the confetti, indeed!

A Guide to Creating Your Wedding Guest List

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Once engaged, the excitement starts to build and most couples eagerly anticipate the day they get to say “I do” in front of their friends and family. But curating the guest list can be challenging — deciding who should and shouldn’t be invited can be an emotionally draining experience. If this resonates with you, don’t worry! […]

New Press: WeddingWire – Vendor Cancellations

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Last-minute wedding vendor cancellations sound like a nightmare, right? It certainly isn’t the ideal situation. Rest assured that the rest of your event team knows what to do — especially your wedding planner. Kevin chimed in on this topic for a roundup on WeddingWire alongside a number of other wedding experts. Kevin’s take on vendor […]

5 Wedding Themes for Your Big Day

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As an engaged couple, one of the most crucial decisions you’ll have to make while planning your big day is your theme. There are a number of creative wedding themes to choose one, so it’s about finding one that fits you and your partner’s tastes! It should incorporate elements that truly reflect who you are […]

New Press: Catering Foodservice & Events

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The holiday season is upon us, which means it’s time to start planning those holiday celebrations! Kevin’s latest feature in Catering Foodservice & Events Magazine is getting us in the spirit for decorating. In it, he encourages the mixing and matching of decor to keep things interesting and add layers to a design: “It’s a […]

7 Wedding Traditions to Know and Love

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Engaged couples are not the only ones excited for their big day—so are their loved ones! During the planning stage, your family and close friends will often offer suggestions on how to make the festivities more meaningful and memorable. While it is ultimately up to you and your partner how your event will go, many […]

New Press: Goodshuffle Pro

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New week, new press! This time, Kevin chimed in on Goodshuffle Pro in a roundup about employee retention in the special events industry. As any business owner knows, our teams are our most valuable assets! Here’s a glimpse at what Kevin had to share: “If there’s anything I learned during the height of 2020, it’s […]