Happy Trndez! For those not familiar with this Armenian tradition, we're featuring Christine's blog from 2016 where she explains this Armenian holiday that takes place on February 13th.

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Last weekend, Victor and I, celebrated a very special day, Trndez, with our families. Trndez or Candlemas Day is considered to be one of the most loved holidays among newly engaged couples and newlyweds. According to church rituals originating from Ancient Armenia, Christian Armenians create a bonfire which "resembles the Lord's light and warmth". Traditionally, newly engaged or newlyweds jump over the fire symbolizing joy and happiness. Trndez takes place on the evening of February 13th overlapping with Valentine's Day! 

Transportation for your wedding day could be a major concern for many brides and grooms a like. We are so lucky and fortunate to be working with Love Boat Limousine on our wedding day. Love Boat Limo so graciously participated in the Bride's Story contest. Victor and I are so happy that we won a gift card for our limo service for our wedding day.

Our wedding date, July 03, 2016, is getting closer and closer! The next big event before my wedding is my bridal shower and I couldn't be more excited! My mom is hosting my bridal shower for me and she let me choose the theme and venue. I'm really excited to see how things pan out. I'm planning on having my bridal shower in June, a month before my wedding. It will be an intimate event at The Villa in Woodland Hills. My mom, cousin, and I went to brunch there and I fell in love with the scenery. It is perfect for a bridal shower. The Privato is a private room up a gorgeous staircase with a cozy fireplace and furnished balcony. It feels like home!

Makeup definitely isn't my strong point as I rarely wear makeup! When it comes to makeup, I don't even know where to start. Not only do I not know what products to use, but I don't know any makeup artists either. After doing some research, I decided to try out DollYou_Up when I saw her Instagram page.