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I was first introduced to Vanessa through our awesome Amber Events team member, Jackie Hsu. These ladies are neighbors and friends. It was great to have them both work on Blake and Quade’s wedding together and actually have Jackie show her the ropes. Take a look at Vanessa’s experience working on Blake and Quade’s wedding. {nira}

 

How did you learn about Interning or Assisting for Amber Events?

I learned about interning for Amber Events from a former intern, Jackie! We both performed on the same hip-hop dance team, and now she’s my neighbor. She would always tell me how much fun she had interning for Amber Events, so I had to find out for myself!

 

Tell us about yourself and how it relates to the wedding industry.

Well, I don’t have much of a background that directly relates to the wedding industry. I graduated from Cal Poly Pomona in 2010 with a bachelor’s degree in music. In my personal life, I love being organized and enjoy watching HGTV. I have developed an appreciation for aesthetics, so assisting at weddings seems to be right up my alley.

 

What tasks did you complete for this wedding?

I helped to create the table settings by fitting the table runners and forming the table numbers. I also helped fold napkins; the entire team including event management and the catering company was very helpful to each other in completing all the tasks. I also helped tend to the bridesmaids as they were preparing for the ceremony.

 

What surprised you?

I was surprised at how relaxed the entire event was. Many times, I was just able to observe and enjoy the beauty of the space and the liveliness of the guests. Apparently, it’s never that relaxed so I will cherish this memory as my first wedding assist.

 

What is your favorite part of this wedding?

My favorite part of this wedding was getting to meet Nira and Lacey, the other intern, plus working with Jackie. My second favorite part would have to be that the couple served individual pies instead of cake. They were delicious!

 

What shoes did you wear?

I wore black, leather flats with pointed toes and ankle straps. They are from Pied Juste at Anthropologie. It was my first time wearing them, and luckily the pain wasn’t too bad by the time I left.

 

The uniform for the Amber Events staff is a black button down shirt and slacks. What did you do to Jazz up your look?

My accessories included a black and gold hand piece, my rose gold watch from Fossil, mismatched sparkly earrings, and a skinny leather belt.

 

What is your favorite wedding scene from a movie?

I can’t say that I have a favorite movie wedding scene. I do enjoy an occasional chick flick, though.

 

Do you have any words for anyone wanting to join the wedding industry?

From what I’ve learned so far, being able to think and solve problems quickly is a valuable skill as a wedding assistant.

 

Final Comments

Thank you so much to Amber and Nira for giving me this opportunity! I look forward to the next one. Shout out to the rest of Team Awesome!

 

Melissa’s first wedding experience with Amber Events was with us at Erin and Austin’s Hotel Bel Air Wedding. This was a soft, romantic, and classy event at the ever beautiful Hotel Bel Air. Melissa was a great addition as she assisted us with the entire setup, transition, and flow of the evening.  This gal is super fun and smart and It was an honor to work with her. Let’s just see what she had to say about her day. {nira}

How did you learn about Interning or Assisting for Amber Events?

I first heard if amber events through a club at cal poly Pomona.

Tell us about yourself and how it relates to the wedding industry.

I am a second year hospitality management major at cal poly Pomona, and I have been interested in weddings since a very young age. I have always been the go to girl when it come to planning parties or events. I planned all the major school events at my high school with one if my dear friends. I have always envisioned myself planning weddings and parties for people.

What tasks did you complete for this wedding?

At the wedding I did a bit if everything. I helped with the escort card, placing the menus on the assigned seats, checking linens, assisting guest in signing the guest book upon arrival, helping end the ceremony, showing guest their tables.

What surprised you?

I was surprised at how smoothly everything went. You usually hear about weddings never sticking to the timeline, but Amber and Nira made sure everything was always on time.

What is your favorite part of this wedding?

I loved everything about this wedding! The thing I think I will never forget though is doing the HORA! That was on of the most intense but fun things I have ever done. 

What shoes did you wear?

I wore comfy black flats.

The uniform for the Amber Events staff is a black button down shirt and slacks. What did you do to Jazz up your look?

I wore a black shirt, but they had gold buttons to jazz it up a bit. 

What is your favorite wedding scene from a movie?

My favorite movie scene is at the end of 27 dresses when Jane is no longer a bridesmaid, and finally a bride!

Do you have any words for anyone wanting to join the wedding industry?

The one piece of advice I can give is to build relationships with others in the industry and it will help make life a bit easier!

Final Comments:

I am so greatful that I got to do this particular wedding. It was beyond beautiful and I will never forget it! I am forever thankful to Amber and Nira for letting me be apart of that day!