This is the Transcript of the #WeddingMarket Chat on February 12th with Wedding Planner and Event Designer Kevin Lee.  The answers were made on Twitter so responses will appear different.

Kevin Lee is a grand trendsetter of today’s time. He is known for the most innovative designs and cutting edge events. He has been involved in numerous works with the Oscar’s, Grammy’s and Emmy’s. In addition, Kevin Lee has been noted on many television stations such as NBC, CBS, CNN, ABC, E! Entertainment, WE Network and Style Network. He has also been noted in numerous publications including People Magazine, Architectural Digest and In-Style Magazine along with many others. Kevin Lee with his creative passion in design and event entertainment, continues to strive in many grand paths. His persistence in creating only the best and concentration on small detail continues to result in the most grand and fabulous works of art ever imagined.

Learn more about Kevin Lee at www.LAPremier.com

Q1:  How did you get involved with weddings & events ?

Answer:

Kevin Lee: That’s my passion. I’ve always loved it and still do!

 

Q2: Now were you the Inspiration for Martin Short’s character “Franck Eggelhoffer” in the movie Father of the Bride?

Answer:

Kevin Lee:  Is there any other “Franck” out there?? Who else?

 

Q3: What was your first paid event?

Answer:

Kevin Lee:   Now you’re testing my memory! There too many events to remember my earliest one!

 

Q4: Will you be planning Jennifer Aniston & Justin Theroux’s Wedding in 2014?

Answer:

Kevin Lee: If I get the second chance to, I would love to!

 

Q5:  What type of wedding did she have with Brad Pitt ?

Answer:

Kevin Lee:  Ocean view Malibu wedding. For any event designer, it was a dream come true!

 

Q6: What are your favorite wedding trends this year?

Answer:

Kevin Lee: Mixture of gold and silver. So chic!

 

Q7: What tips do you have for brides planning a wedding?

Answer:

Kevin Lee: Use your first instinct/idea and don’t let a planner change that. Work with them on it!

Q8: What launched your involvement with Celebrity Events?

Answer:

Kevin Lee: E! Entertainment launched it!

 

Q9: What TV shows have you been involved with?

Answer:

Kevin Lee:  Bravo and TLC network mostly!

 

Q10: What has been your favorite celebrity wedding?

Answer:

Kevin Lee: Brad Pitt and Jennifer Aniston’s wedding! Just FABULOUS!

 

Q11: What advice do you have for wedding planners just starting their business?

Answer:

Kevin Lee: Experience! Make sure to always keep learning (from other planners, from other events) & be open to new ideas!

 

Q12: How do you come up with trendsetting ideas?

Answer:

Kevin Lee: Included? Fashion, dahhling!

 

Q13: How do you initially meet with the bride or couple planning their wedding?

Answer:

Kevin Lee:  With a venue meeting while listening to their hopes & ideas for their absolute dream wedding!

 

Q14: What was it like to work with Elizabeth Taylor ?

Answer:

Kevin Lee:  She was a sweet and lovely lady.

 

Q15: Do you have any events or interesting projects coming up?

Answer:

Kevin Lee: Ohhh yes!! Always do!!

 

Q16: What would you like everyone to take away from this #WeddingMarket Chat ?

Answer:

Kevin Lee:  Be creative, think outside of the box and always be FABULOUS!

 

#WeddingMarket Questions From Twitter:

1. @WedGail  What is your favorite flower?

Answer:

Kevin Lee:  As long as its beautiful and can be incorporated to make a stunning arrangement!

 

2. @Wed_Developer  What has been the most outrageous wedding you have ever planned?

Answer:

Kevin Lee: It must have been Aniston&Pitt! Everything about it was outrageous and over the top gorgeous!

 

3. @EventsDEEsigned  What would you say to a bride that doesn’t think a planner is important to fit into her budget?

Answer:

Kevin Lee:   I tell them that it is absolutely crucial! I am here to make sure that the bride and groom are guests at their own wedding! No stress, no worries!

 

4. @StCroixWeddings  Have you planned any weddings for the Caribbean?

Answer:

Kevin Lee:  I love the Caribbean! Such a fabulous place to have a destination wedding.

 

5. @SandyMalone_  What’s the bottom budget you’ll work with when new client approaches u?

Answer:

Kevin Lee:  It all depends on their personal budget.  I just want to make sure that they can have their absolute dream wedding!

 

6. @Wed_Developer  What do you think are going to be the top wedding trends for 2014?

Answer:

Kevin Lee:  It has to be the mixture of silver and gold. Chic chic chic!

 

7. @Stand_Out_Style What advice would you give to someone wanting to get in the wedding market?

Answer:

Kevin Lee : Make sure you love it and that its your passion! Find someone to learn from!

 

8. @MonkSally  R U doing any LGBTQ weddings?

Answer:

Kevin Lee:   I always keep my wedding planning options open!

 

9. @STphotoOttawa  If you could choose anywhere in the world what would be your dream destination wedding location?

Answer:

Kevin Lee: I LOVE doing destination weddings and it would have to be Versailles in France!

 

10. @FiggieShoes    When you do destination weddings, how much time do you spend there vs. planning from your home base?

Answer:

Kevin Lee:  It all depends on the destination, the wedding itself, and my team here and at the destination!