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  • ABOUT DUNCAN

    His successful career all began as a Corporate Event Planner until his tenure as Catering Manager for luxury hotels such as The Portman Hotel and The Pan Pacific Hotel San Francisco, The Fairmont Hotel San Francisco & Chicago, General Manager and Director of Events at The Julia Morgan Ballroom at the Merchants Exchange Building, and at the historic Westin St. Francis Hotel San Francisco as their Catering Manager for Weddings and Social Events.

    His impressive accolades have given him credentials to recognize him as an Independent Food Editor, Restaurant Critic and a Contributing Writer for San Francisco, Chicago and New York media publications. Spanning over 30 years in Wedding, Corporate and Social Event Planning, his passion has taken him to new career heights that led him to create F. Duncan Reyes Events By Design and is renowned as the Event Industry’s most Premiere Wedding and Event Planner Extraordinnaire. In January 2009, he was honored by the San Francisco Business Times as one of the Top 100 New Businesses for 2009 and as published in their “Book of Lists 2009”. Duncan is a member of the National Association of Catered Events both for the San Francisco and Silicon Valley Chapters, and was voted in April 2010 as NACE’S “Member of the Year”. And just recently in January 2011, 2012, 2013 and 2014, was recognized by WeddingWire Bride’s Choice Awards for Wedding Planning. Committed to creating special events that are as distinctive as his clientele, he creates and executes flawless affairs with sophistication and panache yet with a personable approach that represent your own unique style, exceeding expectations for the planning and design experience. The myriad of Weddings, Corporate and Social Events accommodate all requests large and small with a touch of class. With years of experience conceptualizing ideas, themes and budgets for all events, his capabilities and resources are endless in an effort to create memories that will last a lifetime.

    . . . . Hundreds of Dreams . . . Thousands of Details . . . Millions of Memories

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JEFFREY MANGIONE & KATELYN GOYETTE

Fairy tales really do come true, and for Katelyn & Jeff, they embody all of them.  Humble, heartwarming, enthusiastic, fun and loving – these are all the key elements to a wonderful marriage.  And for this fabulous couple, we pulled out all the stops to make their Wedding become a reality, and it certainly proved to be just that – a magical affair.

Congratulations again to both of you … we’re all so very happy to have been a part of your beautiful day.  Here’s to a Honeymoon that will last forever!

Thanks to my incredible team of Wedding Vendors who created a gorgeous Wedding for Katelyn & Jeff … you are all stellar at what you do!

Wedding Planning & Event Design  |  Duncan Reyes & Alex Barranco – F. Duncan Reyes Events By Design

Cake  |  Jen’s Cakes

Catering  |  Kristin Murphy – The Cellar Door Catering

Floral Design  |  Kren Rasmussen & Elizabeth Price – Bloomster’s

Hair & Make-Up  |  Frankie Jones – Artistry Hair

Officiant  |  Kevin Kelly

Photographer  |  Deanna Graham-Garcia & Joanna Lemus – Deanna Graham Photography

Valet Parking  |  Derek Turner – Precision Parking

Venue  |  Kristin Murphy – Clos LaChance Winery

Videography  |  David Ethridge, Billy Kessler & Jim Snow – AVR Films

Wedding Video by AVR Films

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VICTORIA BARRY & DANIEL LORETO

Here’s a couple you would love to love – VICTORIA & DANIEL. Once in a while, you come across someone that has an infectious smile … the one you envy … a smile that is always showing and full of joy.  If they smile at you, there’s no chance that you can’t help but smile back.  If you catch them smiling at each other, there’s no doubt in your heart that they are head over heels in love.  Victoria is one of those people, and Daniel brings it out in her.  And how can you not – he’s a handsome Venezuelan Latin Lover and she’s an American Beauty with eyes that mesmerize.  They both exuded love beyond anything everything and everyone. It’s no wonder these two are perfect for each other. So this was their special day, their special moment, together as one . . . at last.

” Not sure where to begin.  You were absolutely amazing, truly!  I’m not sure how you stay so calm and patient.  You are a Pro, and as a result, we had the perfect Wedding.  Thank you so much for all your sage wisdom – you made our Wedding unforgettable! ” — Victoria & Daniel

Wedding Planning & Event Design:  Duncan Reyes & Heather Vaughan, f. duncan reyes events by design

Photography:  Brian & Malia Wedge, Boathouse Studios

Cinematography:  David Ethridge & William Kessler, AVR Films

Audio-Visual at The Fairmont San Francisco (Rehearsal Dinner):  Francis Crisostomo, PSAV

Audio-Visual at Cavallo Point (Wedding Reception):  Patrick Marquis, PSAV

Catering & Rehearsal Dinner Venue:  Katie Kelly, The Crown Room at The Fairmont San Francisco

Catering, Hotel Accommodations, Wedding Ceremony & Reception Venue:  Lorraine Salceda, Cavallo Point

Entertainment (Ceremony):  Anthony Blea, Anthony Blea String Quartet

Entertainment (Rehearsal Dinner):  Rachel Turner-Houk, Synchronicity Strings

Entertainment (Wedding Reception):  DJ Steve Wozniak, DJ Steve Miguel and Emcee Adam Goldstein, Gatsby Entertainment

Entertainment (Latin Band):  Anthony Blea, Anthony Blea y Su Charanga

Floral Design (Rehearsal Dinner):  Jeeryn Dang, Tanjeeryn Designs

Floral Design (Wedding Reception):  David Braddy

Hair Stylist:  Nona Zandinejad, DiPietro Todd Salon

Lighting Design:  Ashley Hugus, Got Light

Make-Up Artist:  Lupe Muller, Lupe Muller Hair & Make-Up Services

Officiant:  Charley Scandlyn, Menlo Park Presbyterian Church

Printing & Stationeries:  Jacques Oskanian, Hyegraph

Rentals:  Mindy Roark-Aldridge, Classic Party Rentals San Francisco

Wedding Gown by Jim Hjelm

WEDDING REHEARSAL DINNER |  THE CROWN ROOM AT THE FAIRMONT SAN FRANCISCO

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WEDDING RECEPTION  |  CAVALLO POINT, THE LODGE AT THE GOLDEN GATE, SAUSALITO

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Dominic and Matt planned a day that would truly give their guests a glimpse into the very best that Wine Country has to offer.  But throughout the entire day there was one thing even more captivating than the sights: the remarkable couple at the center of it all.  Dominic and Matt were beaming with joy and went out of their way to ensure the people they love most had the most incredible evening.

And it only got better from there.  From their emotional ceremony officiated by a special friend to the heartfelt, hilarious toasts and, finally, their very romantic first dance – Dominic and Matt’s day was all about everything that means the most to them – their love for each other and their dedication to their family and friends.

They are two people who would do anything for the people they love; two people whose clear and evident love for each other could soften even the hardest of hearts.  That’s exactly how Dominic and Matt’s day was – a joyous event where the general consensus was that these two people were just made for each other.  When it came to planning their wedding, it was really important to Dominic and Matt that the day was going to be, above all else, a ton of fun … and so we delivered.  From the beginning of the Ceremony, to the Cocktail hour and throughout the Reception, it was a celebration that truly fit the couple.  Because Dominic and Matt, and their lively group of friends, bring the party no matter where they go.  Even better, they make sure to encourage everyone around them to be as happy as they are.  Of course all you needed to do throughout their wedding day was look at both of them and see how truly, visibly in love they were with each other and you couldn’t help but feel great that these two found each other.

To Dominic and Matt, my heartiest congratulations on your marriage and may it be like a cloudless night of sky, filled with sparkling stars of love, joy and care.

My sincerest gratitude to my remarkable “Wedding Dream Team” for helping me create a day they will long remember . . . BRAVO!

Wedding Planning & Event Design  |  Duncan Reyes, Chandler Hess Von Bayer & Halina Brown – F. Duncan Reyes Events By Design

Photography  |  Sandra Marie Fazzino & Laurie Passey – Sandra Fazzino Photography

Audio-Visual  |  Vince Becquiot – Indigo Live

Catering, Lodging & Venue  |  Arielle Larson – Madrona Manor

Desserts & Pastries  |  Condra Easeley & Deborah Morris – Patisserie Angelica

First Dance Choreography  |  Cynthia Glinka – Dance With Glinka

Entertainment  |  Brian Wolfe – Lucky Devils Band

Floral Design  |  Bonnie Z – Dragonfly Floral

Lawn Games  |  Mynor Arana – Plan-It Interactive

Lodging Accommodations (Overflow)  |  Best Western Dry Creek Inn

Officiant  |  Russell S. Roeca (Friend of the Grooms)

Photo Booth  |  Dan Baldwin – Magnolia Photo Booth Company

Post-Wedding Rehearsal Dinner Venue  |  Barbara Gordon – Healdsburg Bar & Grill

Pre-Wedding Rehearsal Dinner Picnic Venue  |  Macrostie Winery & Vineyards

Printing & Wedding Stationeries  |  Jacques Oskanian & Munnie Tran – Hyegraph

Rehearsal Dinner  |  Lindsay Rudell – The Carriage House at Hotel Healdsburg

Rentals  |  Gwendolyn Anderson – Stuart Party Rentals

Transportation (Rehearsal Dinner)  |  Woody Guderian – Woody’s Wine Tours

Transportation (Wedding Day)  |  Sonoma Sterling Limousines

Wedding Favors (Custom-Bottled Miniature Olive Oils)  |  Peggy O’Kelley – St. Helena Olive Oil

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Frida Kahlo de Rivera was a Mexican painter who was best known for her self-portraits, and her work which has been celebrated in Mexico as emblematic of national and indigenous tradition and by feminists for its uncompromising depiction of the female experience and form.  Considered one of Mexico’s greatest artists, Frida Kahlo began painting after she was severely injured in a bus accident. Kahlo later became politically active and married fellow communist artist Diego Rivera in the 1920’s.

Her artful use of bold, vibrant and festive colors was a true inspiration not just to myself, but to my clients, Kristina Quiñones & Danny Miller, both married recently at Mission Dolores Basilica followed by a grandiose Wedding Reception at The Julia Morgan Ballroom.  And from this blossomed a spectacular transformation of the venue bursting with a palate of red, orange, pink, purple, turquoise and gold.  These stunning images were captured by the keen eye of Clane Gessel with Clane Gessel Photography.  Be on the lookout for my forthcoming blog on KRISTINA & DANNY’s spectacular Wedding, with amazing images from their Wedding Photographers, Amanda Lopez and Trevor Traynor of Amanda Lopez Photography.

Wedding Planning & Event Design:  Duncan Reyes, F. Duncan Reyes Events By Design

Event Photography:  Clane Gessel, Clane Gessel Photography

Videography:  David Ethridge, Billy Kessler, Phil Sheffield & Noah Clark, AVR Films

Floral Design:  Jeeryn Dang, Tanjeeryn Designs

Wedding Invitations and “Day Of” Stationeries:  Mimi Renfro-Rodriguez, Creative Designs by Mimi

Lighting Design, DJ & Emcee Entertainment:  Jason Mitchell, Gatsby Entertainment

Tablescape Rentals & Specialty Linens:  Mindy Roark-Aldridge, Classic Party Rentals San Francisco

Specialty Linens:  Diana Cardenas, Napa Valley Linens

Wedding Cake:  Jasmine DeLung, Jasmine Rae Bakery

Catering & Venue:  Lillian Phan & Elexis Feldbrill, The Julia Morgan Ballroom at The Merchants Exchange

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JACQUI DE BORJA + KEVIN CARANNA

Congratulations to the NEW “Mr. & Mrs. Kevin Caranna” who tied the knot last September 12, 2015 at Farmstead at Long Meadow Ranch Winery in St. Helena.  These stunning images were captured by the keen eye of Ginny Silver with Retrospect Images, and you can only imagine how amazing the rest will look like.  Meanwhile, take a look at Jacqui & Kevin’s special day … more to come!

Special KUDOS to my uber-talented team of wedding professionals who helped me create a day they will never forget.

Wedding Planning & Event Design:  Duncan Reyes and Chandler Hess Von Bayer – F. Duncan Reyes Events By Design

Photography:  Ginny Silver – Retrospect Images

Cake:  Model Bakery

Catering:  Elizabeth Harris and Ashlynn Marston – Farmstead at Long Meadow Ranch

DJ Entertainment:  Paul Burchfield and Mike Calpito – Big Fun Disc Jockeys

Floral Design:  Erica Veronica Grabue – EV Floral Design

Hair:  Brittany

Make-Up:  Josette

Officiant:  Tony Sy (Bride’s Uncle)

Venue (Ceremony & Reception):  Elizabeth Harris and Ashlynn Marston – Farmstead at Long Meadow Ranch

Venue (Wedding Rehearsal Dinner Picnic):  Crane Park, St. Helena

Videography:  Eisen Tuazon and Ross (On-Site Videographer) – Orange Blossom Films

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