Puttin' on the glitz for nuptials

We asked Yifat Oren, party planner to the socialites and stars, for the dish on how affluent Southern Californian brides and grooms are spending big for their big day beyond carats and couture. ¶ She should know: Kevin Costner, Mariska Hargitay and designer Jenni Kayne are on her client list, and most drop $1,000 to $6,000 per guest. Oren's fee is about 15% of the total cost. Here's where the cash goes:

By Kimi Yoshino

December 21, 2007