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2010 Volume I
Atlanta Bride And Groom Planner is published semi-annually by
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Table of Contents
CALENDAR & APPOINTMENTS . . . . . . . . . . . 11-38 PLANNING & SCHEDULING . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39 Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
The Wedding Party . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42-45
Countdown & Timeline . . . . . . . . . . . 46 Bride’s Checklist . . . . . . . Groom’s Checklist . . . . . . Wedding Week Schedule. Wedding Day Planner . . .
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Budget & Worksheets . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60
Breakdown of Expenses . . . . . . . . . . . . 61-62 Expense Worksheet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63-72
Traditions & Etiquette . . . . . . . . . . . . . 74
Traditions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75-79 Etiquette. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 80-87
Marriage Licenses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 88
GIFT REGISTRIES & BRIDAL SHOWS
Gift Registry . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Macy’s Wedding & Gift Registry. Atlanta Bridal Extravaganza . . . . Brides Against Breast Cancer Gown Sale. . . Chic Occasions Bridal Show . . . International Bridal Affair 2010 . Roswell Wedding Showcase . . . . The Atlanta Bridal Show. . . . . . . Upcoming Bridal Shows . . . . . . . 5
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Bridal Attire, Gowns, Men’s Formal Wear, Intimate Apparel Bel Fiore Bridal & Special Occasion Salon Bridals by Lori Tie The Knot Olive Tuxedo WearHouse Savvi Formalwear O’B. Tuckers Bridal Shop Dream Day Affairs LLC
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Frosted Pumpkin Gourmet Bold American Catering Soiree Catering & Events A Divine Event Catering Celso’s Cakes Sweet N Sinful Chocolate Pink
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Edge Design Group
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Culinary: Cakes, Confections & Catering
Decorations, Rentals & Lighting Wedding Services Peachtree Weddings & Events Susan Graham Signature Events Athens Wedding Professionals StudioWed Envi Event Planning Day After Ministries, Inc.
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Edge Design Group The Flower Post Heather’s Flowers Floristique
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Gwinnett Convention & Visitors Bureau Atlanta Marriott Norcross
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Flowers
Guest Lodging
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Health & Beauty The Moore Agency Kristin McGregor BLEND Custom Parfum Muse Salon & Spa
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Honeymoon, Travel & Destination Weddings Hilton Head Island Chamber of Commerce Robinson Travel Agency Honeymoons Inc. Honeymoon Giveaway All Honeymoons & Romantic Travel
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DecoMarj Valerie Johnson Designs BLEND Custom Parfum WOW PhotoBooth
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Mayors Jewelers Helzberg Diamonds Iroff & Son
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Spectrum Entertainment Moxie They’re Playing Our Song Blue Sky Atlanta Audio Celebrations Lethal Rhythms WOW PhotoBooth
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Invitations, Favors & Bridal Gifts
Jewelry
Music & Entertainment
Photography Eric Wittmayer Shari Zellers Photography Nadia D In The Moment Photographs Lytle foto Autofocus Studios 7
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Tracey Brown Photography Doug Smith Photography Seitz Photography Studio Terry Cavender John Campbell Photographers Solstice Images Mandi Danielle Photography Spectrum Entertainment
Preservation - Gown & Flowers
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Receptions The Metropolitan Club Four Seasons Hotel Atlanta Anthony’s Fine Dining Atlanta National Golf Club Polo Golf & Country Club 1420 Room The 173 Carlyle House The Georgia Club Vecoma At The Yellow River Gwinnett Environmental & Heritage Center Café 267 Banquet & Event Facility Eleven 15 Events Merle Manders Conference Center They’re Playing Our Song Gwinnett Historic Courthouse Eagle’s Landing Country Club Carl House Atlanta Marriott Norcross The Georgia Center
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Rehearsal Dinners & Parties Chocolate Pink Bridal Shower Boutique Anthony’s Fine Dining
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Transportation Cooper-Atlanta Transportation A Formal Image Limousine A White Rolls Royce & Bentley
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Creative Video Moments Spectrum Entertainment Current Events Productions
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Video & Cinema Professionals
Your Future Wendy Bear-State Farm Insurance FDS Bank
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Calendar & Appointments
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Calendar & Appointments
November 2009 1
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All Saint’s Day
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Veterans Day
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Thanksgiving
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December 2009 Sunday
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25 Christmas
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Kwanza Begins
January 2010 Sunday
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18 MLK Day
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Orthodox New Year
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15 President’s Day
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Arbor Day
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March 2010 Sunday
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April 2010 Sunday
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Easter Sunday Orthodox Easter
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Ascension Day
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Trinity Sunday
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June 2010 Sunday
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Father’s Day
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June Solstice
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July 2010 Sunday
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November 2010 Sunday
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All Saint’s Day
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January 2011 Sunday
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Good Friday
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Holy Saturday
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You’re Getting Married Let the wedding celebration make a statement of your personal style. Fill it with your favorite people, food, music and flowers. It is a day for sharing love, happiness and tradition with those closest to you. A wedding is one of life's most joyous occasions. With careful planning and attention to detail you can craft the exact wedding you want. Use this wedding planner as your source book. It will walk you through the necessary steps of planning, ordering and contracting for a memorable event. The city's most respected wedding suppliers and merchants are listed in these pages. They can help expertly guide you in making critical decisions effortlessly; so you can enjoy the process. You will find your Bride and Groom Value Card in the front of the planner. Simply
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activate your card then present it to the participating merchants you frequent to qualify for specials or rewards. Merchants and suppliers are indexed alphabetically at the back of the book or can be found by service category in a specific section. Please present your card at the beginning of all transactions or you will not be entitled to the special discounts offered. This should be one of the most exciting times of your life. Anticipate your special day and let the momentum of this happy occasion carry on in your life together as a couple. Weddings are as unique as brides and grooms themselves. There are so many lovely customs to choose from and so many ways to plan a celebration that make it your own. The wedding ceremony is a rite of passage; revered by people today and in times past. Think of tradition as a framework‌leave in what feels right and omit what doesn't.
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The type of wedding you choose will reflect your taste and style. Will it be a formal, semiformal or informal event? Will you have a religious or civil ceremony? What kind of location and time of day do you prefer? Which traditions do you want to keep in the wedding? What is your budget? Planning your wedding together is an exercise in thinking as a couple. You and your groom will make many decisions together; as well as negotiating and compromising with everyone from wedding vendors to attendants, guests and parents. Remember, the bride and groom set the standard for graciousness and courtesy on this monumental occasion. Included in this section is a timeline, or countdown. Use it as a tool to keep you on schedule and stay organized. It will help assure you that all the important aspects of your wedding are covered in a timely fashion.
The quotations and traditions you find in the planner will remind you of the timelessness, beauty and romance that have always been associated with weddings.
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The Wedding Party
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Selecting attendants for the wedding is one of the earliest planning decisions you will make. The choices may be simple and quick or require great tact and consideration. Traditionally the bride's sister or best friend is the maid of honor (matron of honor if married) while the groom selects his brother or best friend as best man. Other attendants may include one or more bridesmaids and groomsmen chosen from close friends. A groom's sister may be invited to serve as a bridesmaid or the bride's brother may be a groomsman.
Brides were once believed to be especially vulnerable to jealous evil spirits. To fool the spirits, their best friends would dress up like the bride and the groom's friends would dress like him. Thus was born the wedding party! The number of attendants you have will generally depend on the size and formality of the wedding. In a more formal wedding you may choose to include a ring bearer (a child usually between the ages of three and six) and a flower girl (age four to eight). In Victorian times, three or four young girls served as bridesmaids, a custom still followed in European weddings and in British royal weddings.
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The Maid or Matron of Honor is a source of support and help to the bride. On the wedding day she will help the bride dress and during the ceremony she holds the groom's ring, the bride's bouquet, adjusts the veil and train, and signs the marriage license as a witness.
Bridesmaids
may help the bride
with errands and participate in prewedding parties and showers. On the wedding day, bridesmaids mingle with guests at the reception.
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The Flower Girl,
generally between the ages of four and eight, carries a
decorated basket on her arm and walks down the aisle just before the bride, sprinkling fresh flower petals for the bride to walk on.
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The Best Man offers the same degree of support to the groom, as a maid of honor provides to the bride. He helps take care of any last minute details, and may host a bachelor party. At the ceremony he holds the bride's ring and signs the marriage license as a witness. At the reception he traditionally offers the first toast to the couple.
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Ushers offer assistance to the groom, help the best man with the bachelor party and escort guests to their seats before the ceremony. At the reception they dance with the bridesmaids and mingle with other guests.
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The Ring Bearer, usually a young boy between three and six, precedes the flower girl down the aisle carrying a satin pillow on which two rings have been sewn. These rings are symbolic, as the best man and maid of honor have the real wedding rings.
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Bride’s Checklist
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6 to 12 months before:
Set a date and time for the wedding. Determine the size and degree of formality of your wedding. Discuss expenses with all concerned and make a preliminary budget. Interview and hire a wedding consultant if you plan to use one. Make a guest list and begin compiling addresses. Reserve the site for the wedding. Retain the officiant to perform the ceremony. Select bridal attendants and inform them of all pertinent dates. Plan the reception. Book the location and begin to research and select wedding professionals such as the florist, caterer, cake baker and musicians. Research and select a photographer and videographer. Have engagement photos taken if desired and an announcement put in the newspaper. Shop for wedding gown and accessories and bridesmaids dresses. Consult with groom on men's wedding attire. Have invitations and personal stationery designed and printed. Begin planning honeymoon with fiancĂŠ. Begin house or apartment hunting. Call to schedule dance lessons.
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6 to 12 months before: Search for a salon/spa you are comfortable with. Decide on hair style and show your stylist your ideas, make sure that their time and yours are not conflicting the day of your wedding. Shop for wedding rings. Allow time to have them engraved, if desired.
Register with a bridal registry in the town or towns of both families.
Plan the ceremony rehearsal and consult with groom's parents about the type of rehearsal dinner you will have. Make reservations for rehearsal dinner. Finalize all contracts with wedding professionals (deposits paid, contracts signed). Hire wedding related transportation (vans, limousines) if needed. Finalize the guest list. Address invitations and prepare maps and enclosures to include with the invitations. Reserve blocks of rooms, if needed, for out-of-town guests. Book wedding night accommodations, if different from honeymoon accommodations.
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3 to 6 months before:
Have mothers select their attire.
2 to 3 months before:
Reconfirm date and time of rehearsal with officiant. Reconfirm dates and finalize details with wedding professionals. Finalize wedding attendants' duties. Plan a get-together in honor of your attendants. Select gifts for attendants. Your fiancĂŠ should also do so. Devise a system for recording gifts. Begin writing thank-you notes with groom for wedding presents. Book beauty-related professionals (hair stylist, facialist, manicurist) as needed. Choose your going away outfit and honeymoon trousseau. Make appointment with photographer for bridal portrait.
4 to 6 weeks before:
Mail wedding invitations. Start a list to track guests' responses. Compose, design and print ceremony program if necessary. Arrange final fittings of your wedding gown and attendants' dresses. Prepare wedding announcements for newspapers and arrange to send with wedding photo after ceremony. Confirm honeymoon reservations and travel arrangements. Obtain marriage license with fiancĂŠ. Pick up wedding rings with fiancĂŠ.
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Select wedding present for groom. Make sure you have all wedding accessories (toasting goblets, ring pillow, garter, candles, guest book, etc.). Finalize the order of events for the reception. Bring in veil or other hair accessories, ask your stylist and make up artist to do your hair and face exactly the way you want them to look on your wedding day.
4 to 6 weeks before:
Make changes to insurance policies, banking information, wills and other legal documents.
Review toast, welcome, or introduction assignments. If you are thinking of body waxing you need to let your hair grow a minimum of 3 weeks before the service and schedule an appointment.
Decide who will be seated within the ribbon. Finalize plans for rehearsal and rehearsal dinner. Finalize list of plans with photographer for list of poses you want taken during the ceremony and reception. Reconfirm reservations and final details with all wedding professionals. Provide a list of all vendor contacts to each. Make sure clothing and accessories for all members of bridal party are in order.
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2 to 3 weeks before:
Reconfirm accommodations for out-of-town guests.
1 week before:
Give final guest count to caterer or hotel. Assemble your wedding attire. Enjoy the planned get-together with your bridesmaids. The day before, or the day of the wedding, have a manicure and pedicure if desired. Make sure you, your parents or your groom have all wedding gratuities and checks for balances due to vendors. Attend wedding rehearsal and rehearsal dinner. Finish packing for honeymoon. Make arrangements for transporting gifts from reception.
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Make arrangements for the return of rental items.
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Have hair styled and make-up applied. Dress with help of mother and bridesmaids. Allow at least two hours before you have to be at the ceremony for photographs. Have wedding gift and note delivered to groom. Make sure groom has rings and marriage license to bring to ceremony. Take along a quick-fix kit to ceremony: needle and thread, safety pins, aspirin, tape, band-aids, breath mints, comb and brush, hair spray, tissues, hand towelettes, make-up and hose. Have ambient music start fifteen minutes before the music program. Have guests seated as they arrive. Five minutes before the ceremony, have groom's parents seated. Immediately before the procession, have the bride's mother seated.
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the wedding day:
Rest and relax with a bath and possibly a massage. Eat a good breakfast!
6 to 12 months before:
Groom’s Checklist Discuss with fiancée date and type of wedding. Compile your guest list. Decide financial obligations. Select your best man and ushers. Begin planning and making arrangements for honeymoon with fiancée. Discuss plans for your new home together. Shop with fiancée for wedding rings.
3 to 6 months before: Complete your guest list, including addresses and phone numbers.
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Check requirements for marriage licenses in your area. Select and order men's attire with fiancée. Finalize honeymoon plans and send in required deposits. Assist parents with plans for rehearsal dinner party.
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Purchase gifts for best man and ushers. Purchase wedding gift for fiancĂŠe. Pick up wedding rings. Arrange accommodations for your out-of-town attendants. Take care of business and legal affairs (add bride's name to insurance policies and medical plans, make a new will, add her name to joint checking accounts or joint charge cards). Reconfirm that ushers have been fitted and attire has been ordered. Pick up marriage license with fiancĂŠe.
2 to 3 weeks before: Reconfirm accommodations for out-oftown attendants. If moving, give change-of-address card to post office; arrange to have utilities and phone service turned on in new home. If not moving, finish cleaning and reorganizing your home; help your fiancĂŠe move her things.
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1 to 3 months before:
Meet with officiant to finalize ceremony details.
1 week before:
Finalize all details with fiancĂŠe; offer to help where needed. Pick up and try on wedding attire. See that ushers get their wedding attire. Pack for honeymoon. Re-confirm honeymoon reservations. See to it that you and your ushers are at the rehearsal and know their duties. Go over seating arrangements with ushers. Attend rehearsal dinner. Arrange with fiancĂŠe for gifts brought to the reception to be taken to your new home. Pack luggage in the car. Attend bachelor party or get-together with ushers. Wittmayer Photographers
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Eat a good breakfast.
Give the bride's wedding ring to your best man. Place the officiant's fee in a sealed envelope and give it to the best man to present after the ceremony. Either you or the best man must bring the marriage license to the ceremony. Arrive on time for the ceremony! Have the best man and maid of honor sign the certificate as witnesses. At the wedding reception, dance first with your bride, then with each mother and the bridesmaids. Remember to thank the bride's parents and say farewell to your parents before leaving the reception.
after the wedding: Be sure to send flowers or a gift expressing your appreciation and thanking the bride's parents for a beautiful wedding and reception. Best man collects all men's attire and return to formalwear shop. Help make sure rental items are returned. Assist in writing thank-you notes.
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the wedding day:
Allow adequate time to get dressed (at least one hour prior to ceremony).
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you may want to make copies of the Weeding Week Planner and Wedding Day Schedule to give your attendants and family members prior to the wedding.
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Budget Percentages Reception Facility (includes hall & alcohol)
15-18%
Beauty & Health
2-3%
Bridal Attire
6-7%
Cakes & Pastries
2-4%
Catering
18-22%
Ceremony
3-5%
Decorations & Rentals
6-7%
Flowers
5-8%
Invitations & Favors
3-4%
Music & Entertainment
3-6%
Transportation
2-3%
Video Services
7-9%
Jewelry & Gifts (excludes engagement ring)
2-3%
Photography
8-10%
Tuxedos
1-2%
Wedding Consultant
5-10%
The honeymoon is not normally considered a direct wedding expense.
When you begin planning your wedding, determine how much you can spend and prioritize how to spend it. Thoughtful planning and organization is key to your success in staying within your budget. Consult with both families and decide who is willing and able to pay for the wedding or for specific expenses. Couples may opt to pay for their own wedding. It is important to remain realistic, communicate openly and be courteous. All weddings regardless of the budget or number of guests have the same basic percentages spent on individual category items as it relates to the total budget. This breakdown includes all aspects of the wedding celebration regardless of who is responsible for the item.
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Breakdown of Expenses The Bride & Her Family Wedding dress and accessories. Announcements, invitations (costs depend on the quality of paper and fee for printing, letter press or engraving). Wedding consultant services if used. Ceremony fees. Reception costs. Some vendors may negotiate prices depending on season, day and time. January and February weddings will generally be less expensive, as will weddings held on days and times other than Saturday evening. Photographer and Videographer. Musicians. Wedding cake. Wittmayer Photographers
Transportation costs to ceremony and reception.
Bridesmaids' luncheon, their gifts and bouquets. Groom's wedding ring and gift. Flowers (flowers in season are typically less expensive). Lodging for out-of-town attendants (optional).
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Breakdown of Expenses The Groom & His Family Engagement and wedding rings for bride. Rehearsal dinner expenses. Officiant's fee. Marriage license. Bride's bouquet, corsages and boutonniere' for immediate family members. Groom's wedding attire. Wedding gift for bride. Honeymoon expenses. Accommodations for out-of-town ushers and best man.
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Accommodations
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Clothing
Alterations Bridal Attendant’s Grooming: Hair Makeup Nails Jewelry Bride’s Ensemble: Dress or Suit Hair Headpiece & Veil Jewelry Makeup & Nails Shoes & Gloves Undergarments Groom’s Garb: Cufflinks & Cumberbund Shoes & Tie Tuxedo or Suit
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Ceremony: Altar Flowers/Aisle Runners Candelabra Flowers Chuppah Entry or Door Flowers Personal Bouquets Corsage & Boutonnieres Flower Girl Baskets Pew Bows or Flowers Unity Candle Reception: Buffet Centerpieces Cake Flowers Cocktail Reception Flowers Entry or Door Flowers Table Centerpieces Place Card Table Flowers Powder Room Flowers Rental Plants Toss Bouquet Flowers Totals
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gifts, favors, baskets & bags
Gifts
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Miscellaneous
Babysitting Service Children's Gifts & Activities Gratuities Dance Lessons Invitations to Children's Reception Massages for Bride & Groom
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Band or DJ Ceremony musicians: Organist Trumpeter Trio or Quartet Bagpiper Vocalist Cartage Fees (loading in & out) Cocktail Music Costuming Disc Jockey Early Setup/Late Teardown Fees
Instrument Rental (piano) Microphone For Toasts Overtime Sound System Music Totals
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Music
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Bridal luncheon: Food Facility & Décor
Next-day Breakfast/Brunch:
Food Facility & Décor
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Food Facility & Décor Other Events Totals
Photography
Engagement Portrait Photographer's Fee: Albums Assistants Film & Processing Parent's albums Pre-wedding Bridal Portrait Signature portrait: Print Finished Frame Reprints Photography Totals
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Rentals: (including all delivery, removal and set-up fees) Band Platform Candles Chairs Cleaning Fees Room Treatment Additional DĂŠcor
Space/Room/Hall Rental Coat Check: Rack Hangers Tags Dance Floor Glassware Linens Silverware Tables Portable Restrooms Restroom Toiletries Tents: Catering Tent Guest Tent Electricity Floor Lighting AC/Heat
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Bride's Wedding Band Groom's Wedding Band Rings Totals Transportation: Bride & Groom Guests Parents Wedding Party Transportation Totals Video & Cinema Services: Growing-Up Photo Montage Love Story Video Video Presentation: Rehearsal/Reception Wedding Video Pre-Ceremony Ceremony (# of cameras____) Formal Photo Session Taping Reception (# of cameras____) Hi-Lite Montage Duplications (copies)
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Rich History & Symbolism Tradition: A tradition is defined as a practice or custom. Although the way we live and love has changed significantly from years ago, the wedding celebration remains the most traditional rite of passage.
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Etiquette: Etiquette is the polite or conventional manner in which traditions are carried out. The social details help guide us and keep us secure that we are doing things well. Etiquette does not mean being rigid or pretentious, but rather being well mannered, considerate, and socially capable. Handle the details with finesse. Following basic etiquette throughout your wedding will help make it a more successful experience for all.
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The Betrothal: Traditionally, the betrothal, or engagement, is the time used to make wedding arrangements. Parents are told the good news and formal engagement announcements may be placed in the papers. A betrothal today is a pledge to marry made out of love. In the Middle Ages, however, t he bet rot hal was an arrangement made between two families, not just the bride and groom. If the couple happened to fall in love, so much the bet ter. At the time of the betrothal, a ring was placed on the right hand of the bride-to-be and a kiss confirmed the arrangement. The ring was transferred over to the third finger of the left hand during the marriage ceremony. The practice of wearing the ring on the third finger of the left hand appeared as early as ancient Greece, because it was thought that t he nerve of t his finger had a direct connection to the heart.
The wedding ring today remains a powerful symbol of a couple's love; a love with no beginning and no end, a form of eternity. Early rings were made of bronze, ivory and bone. In the late Middle Ages and Renaissance, rings were made of iron, gold and silver, and often festooned with diamonds or precious stones. By the seventeenth century, the thin gold band came into vogue. The gold rings were often fashioned into symbols of unity such as hands and hearts clasped together, tied bows, and buckles. The romantic Victorians often included personal inscriptions such as “Ever Thine.�
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Wedding Traditions Showers & Parties: The first bridal shower was reportedly due to a Dutch father refusing to give his daughter a dowry if she persisted in her intent to marry a poor miller. The miller's friends came to their aid and "showered" the bride-to-be with household items she would need in married life. Legend has it that bachelor parties were devised to raise a "fun fund" for the groom so he could still carouse with his friends even after his wife seized control of the household funds!
The Ceremony: Marriage rites have been found in virtually every known society. The e xpression "tying the knot" comes from the ancient Romans, who literally tied the bride and groom
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to purchase the bride from her father. A bride was often married against her will. To help curb this practice, societies began to require at least two witnesses who would at test to the bride's willingness to be married. One of these would be her closest friend, or maid of honor.
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Wedding Traditions A young Queen Victoria was the first to wear the classic bridal outfit in her marriage ceremony to Prince Albert in 1840. She broke with royal tradition (white and silver robes) by appearing in a stunning all-white ensemble and floor-length lace veil. The white wedding gown has come to symbolize purity, and the veil, modesty. Earlier forms of the wedding veil (not Queen Victoria's fashionable floor-length style) may have been worn by the Bride to protect her from unfriendly and envious stares. The color white, according to the ancient Greeks, was the supreme symbol of joy. June is a popular month for marriages. This tradition can be at tributed to the ancient Romans who named the month of June for Juno, goddess of women and marriage, who, according to legend, vowed to protect those who married during her month. Nadia D.
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Wedding Traditions The Reception:
Ancient societies cheered weddings because they symbolized good fortune. An elaborate feast was presented in the town square and the entire village celebrated for days. In Elizabethan times guests were presented with small bouquets of flowers tied with ribbons, which were called favors. Favors at a wealthy nobleman's wedding were more e xtravagant: jewelry, handkerchiefs, gloves and scarves, often stitched with the bride and groom's initials. These were the possible forerunners of monogrammed napkins and matchbooks. Wedding cakes are derived from an ancient Roman ritual in which the wedding guests would throw grains of wheat at the couple t o promot e fert ility. Bakers eventually made small wheat cakes for the groom to John Campbell Photographers break above the head of his bride. Guests would nibble at the crumbs, sharing in their fortune. In the Middle Ages the wheat cakes were replaced by sweet rolls that were piled into a tall pyramid, over which the bride and groom kissed. A French baker thought to frost the concoction, thus creating the first layered wedding cake.
Saving the top tier of the cake began as a superstition. If the cake crumbled before the first year of marriage had passed, the marriage would face trouble. By tradition, the groom's boutonniere is a flower plucked from the bridal bouquet. The tossing of the bride's bouquet is thought to bring good luck and a husband to the recipient. The garter was first thrown in the 14th century to prevent guests from tearing at the bride's dress. (Having a piece of the bride's clothing was considered good luck.)
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Wedding Traditions The French began the custom of "toasting" the new couple. At sixteenth century wedding celebrations, a piece of toasted bread was placed in the bot tom of a goblet. The glass was filled with wine and passed among the ladies. The lady who received the glass with the last sip, would also receive the bit of toast; and the hope of good fortune in finding her ideal mate.
The Honeymoon:
Wedding lore has it that couples honeymooning in Niagara Falls will have good fortune if they remember to toss pennies in the Bridal Veil Falls. The term "honeymoon" may derive from an ancient German custom of drinking a beverage containing honey for 30 days, one cycle of the moon, after the wedding. The Vict orians referred to honeymoon as the "bridal tour."
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Trousseau is a French word meaning "bundle." It originally defined a bundle of clothing and personal possessions that the bride carried with her into her new home. A proper Victorian bride would include "12 of everything" in her wedding trousseau: night dresses, chemises, stockings, gloves and hankies. In addition, she would bring with her enough breakfast gowns, day outfits, tea outfits, evening at tire and outerwear to last her for many years. Statistics show that 98% of all newly married couples take a honeymoon; the average length of which is eight days.
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Wedding Etiquette The Engagement:
When announcing the good news, first inform the bride-to-be's parents, then the groom's parents. After that, inform your close family members and friends. Both sets of parents should get in touch at that point, and meet if possible. The bride's family may host an engagement party where the happy news is announced. A toast by the bride's parents e xpressing their delight at the engagement is followed by the groom's toast in praise of his future in-laws. You may want to submit an announcement of your engagement to your local newspapers. (Most newspapers will send you a form to complete and write the announcement based on that information.) Another meeting with parents discuss budget parameters, the wedding and the guest list. people invited is traditionally between the two families.
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The Invitation:
Formal invitations utilize white, ivory or cream heavy paper stock, folded, with the te xt of the invitation engraved in black ink on the front outside panel. A less formal invitation may be printed on an unfolded cream or ivory card, or colored paper.
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Do not use abbreviations e xcept for Mr., Mrs., Ms., Dr., or Jr. Envelopes should be addressed by hand in black ink. If children are included in the invitation, their names should be writ ten beneath their parents' names. If a single guest is welcome to bring a date, the words "and Guest" appear after their name on the inner envelope.
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Wedding Etiquette Remember to invite the following: the of ficiant and their spouse, parents of flower girls or ring bearers, spouses or fiancĂŠs of anyone in the wedding party, or anyone who has been invited to a pre-wedding party or shower, unless your wedding is a strictly private family af fair. You should not invite some of the guests to the ceremony only and not to the reception, but you may invite guests to the reception and not to the ceremony if the ceremony location is small. The proper wording for a formal invitation is as follows:
Mr. and Mrs. John Smith request the honor of your presence at the marriage of their daughter Patricia Smith to Mr. Terry Jones
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on Saturday, the fifteenth of May at five o'clock Saint Peter Cathedral City, State, Zip
Response cards are placed inside their own envelopes. Place the invitation, fold-side down in the inside envelope. (Tissue paper is placed over the invitation to prevent smudging.) All enclosures are placed inside the envelope with the invitation, and this envelope is placed inside the outer mailing envelope face-side up toward the flap.
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Wedding Style Formal:
Long white dress and veil - Formal men's wear - Church ceremony held in t he evening or late afternoon - Several at tendants Catered reception - Organist, musicians or soloist - 100 guests, or more - Engraved invitations
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The Ceremony In a traditional wedding ,
the bride's guests sit on the left as one enters the church, and the groom's sit on the right. Music begins 20-30 minutes prior to the ceremony. The groom's mother should be seated five minutes before the mother of the bride is seated. The head usher escorts her to the first pew on the right. Her husband follows and sits with her, along with other immediate family members. The
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head usher also escorts the bride's mother to her seat in the first pew on the left. She should be seated near the aisle, with space left for her husband to sit. The church doors are then closed, and the processional begins. If traditional seating procedures do not apply due to special family circumstances such as divorce, discuss the mat ter with all concerned and choose a seating arrangement most comfortable for all.
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1. Bride - 2. Groom - 3. Maid of Honor 4. Best Man - 5. Bride’s Maids - 6. Ushers 7. Flower Girl - 8. Ring Bearer 9. Father Of The Bride 10. Clergy - 11. Mother Of The Bride 12. Father Of The Groom 13. Mother Of The Groom
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is the celebration of your marriage and should be a fun and memorable af fair. If you choose to do so, the receiving line may be in place as guests enter the reception, if it has not been held immediately following the service. This is the time for the wedding party to greet their guests.
If you would like a head table, the bride sits to the groom's right, the best man ne xt to her and the maid of honor ne xt to the groom. The at tendants also sit at the table in alternating man/woman fashion. The parents generally have tables nearby and are seated with other close relatives and the of ficiant. The first toast is given by the best man when everyone is seated. He toasts the bride and groom, who remain seated. The groom then stands, thanks the best man, and proceeds to toast the bride, the parents, and the bridesmaids. The best man thanks the groom on behalf of the bridesmaids. At this time an usher or a close friend may also make a toast, if invited to do so. The father of the bride of fers a welcome on behalf of his wife and himself, thanking everyone for coming and signaling for the festivities to begin.
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The Ceremony The first dance is reserved for the bride and groom. The bride's father then dances with the mother of the groom, and the groom's father dances with the mother of the bride. At tendants and guests may join in. The bride also dances with her father and the father of the groom, and the groom with his mother and his bride's mother. Cut the cake just before, or during, the cof fee service. The groom places his right hand over the bride's and together they cut the first slice. They of fer each other a bite, which symbolizes a willingness to share their lives. The bride may then of fer her new inlaws a slice, and the groom should do the same for her parents. Guests are then served. The bride tosses her bridal bouquet over her shoulder to the assembled, unmarried women.
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Essentials The groom removes the garter from the bride's leg and tosses it over his shoulder to all unmarried men. This is traditionally done just before the bride and groom change into their going away outfits. They re-appear for a final goodbye before leaving in a shower of rice and good wishes.
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are the center of at tention at their wedding. How they present themselves to the public on this occasion is important. If they treat others with courtesy, even when dif ficult situations arise, this indicates their style and graciousness.
Here are some simple rules to follow: - Be on time for appointments. Canceling long-standing appointments with vendors at the last minute is rude. - Say thank-you in writing for gifts you receive. Writing notes e xpressing your gratitude for e xceptional service or thoughtful acts is also appreciated. - Give your at tendants a gift in token of their support. Also send a gift and thank-you note to your parents after the wedding. - Compromise, when necessary, and work with others. Keep a perspective and know what's worth worrying about and what isn't. - Do not ask for gifts. You are inviting people to the wedding to share in your special event, not for what they may give you. You should not list where you are registered on your wedding invitation, but you may inform people if they ask you. - Your guests should be made to feel welcome at your wedding celebration. Acting with thoughtfulness and consideration will enhance the e xperience for all.
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What To Do & Where To Go Typical Marriage License Requirements: The average fee is in the range of $50.00 - $100.00, payable in cash. The marriage ceremony may be performed anywhere in your state unless otherwise restricted by the county in which the ceremony will take place. A premarital physical Clayton County: 21 South McDonough St. Jonesboro, GA: 770-477-3301 e xamination and blood test may be required. A marriage license Cherokee County: 90 North St., Suite 340, Canton, GA: 678-493-6160 is valid for a limited period of time. Clarke County: 325 E. Washington St. Minimum age requirements usually Athens, GA: 706-613-3320 apply. Cobb County: 32 Waddel St., Bldg D, Probate Court Marietta, GA: 770-528-1921 To apply for a marriage license, typCoweta County: 22 East Broad St. ically both parties must appear and Newnan, GA: 770-254-2640 present documentation. Typical docuDekalb County: 556 North McDonough St, Rm G1B, ments include: Birth Certificate, Driver’s Decatur, GA: 404-371-2601 License, Passport, and Social Security Douglas County: 8700 Hospital Dr. Card. Douglasville, GA: 770-920-7249 Fayette County: One Center Ave. Fayetteville, GA: 770-716-4225
Forsyth County: 112 West Maple St., Suite 101, Cumming, GA: 770-781-2140
Fulton County: 136 Pryor St., Suite C230 Atlanta, GA: 404-730-4692
Gwinnett County: 75 Langley Dr. Lawrenceville,GA: 770-822-8250
Hall County: 225 Green St Gainesville, GA: 770-531-6921
Note: Original documents are required.
A Marriage ceremony cannot take place unless a valid marriage license has been issued. Always call the County Courthouse well in advance of your ceremony date to determine specific requirements needed.
Henry County: 99 Sims St. McDonough, GA: 770-228-7600 Newton County: 1132 Usher St., Room 148, Covington, GA: 770-784-2045 Rockdale County: 922 Court St., Room 107, Conyers, GA: 770-929-4057
Oconee County: 23 N. Main St. Watkinsville, GA: 706-769-3936 Beaufort County - 102 Ribaut Road, Beaufort, SC 843-470-5319
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Gift Registries Macy’s Wedding & Gift Registry: Arbor Place Mall Gwinnett Place Mall Mall of Georgia Perimeter Mall
678-391-2277 770-497-2839 678-546-4276 770-396-2813
Cumberland Mall 770-434-2601 Lenox Square Mall 404-231-2601 North Point Mall 770-410-2630 Town Center Mall 770-423-2630
Bed, Bath & Beyond: Akers Mill Buckhead Cumming East Cobb Moreland Avenue Snellville
770-916-9832 404-869-0457 770-781-8162 770-971-2405 404-522-3210 770-982-6263
Alpharetta Buford Duluth Kennesaw Perimeter Center
770-475-3036 678-482-2315 770-495-8255 770-499-8863 770-673-0171
Fragile: Sandy Springs Circle 404-257-1323
Bloomingdale’s Wedding & Gift Registry: Perimeter Mall Lenox Mall
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Upcoming Bridal Shows January 3, 2010 The Georgia Bridal Show:
February 28, 2010 The Georgia Bridal Show
A Boutique Wedding Style Preview
12:30pm - 5:00pm Savannah Civic Center Liberty at Montgomery www.eliteevents.com
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January 10, 2010 Wedding Extavaganza
March 14, 2010 The Georgia Bridal Show
12:30pm - 4:30pm Columbus Convention & Trade www.weddingsofgeorgia.com
12:30pm - 5:00pm Cobb Galleria Centre www.eliteevents.com
January 17, 2010 Insider Secret’s Bridal Show & Wedding Boot Camp 12:00pm - 5:00pm Georgia World Congress Center site.amazingevents365.com
January 17, 2010 9th Annual Roswell Wedding Showcase 12:00pm - 4:00pm Double Tree Hotel, Roswell www.roswellweddings.com
January 24, 2010 The Georgia Bridal Show 12:30pm - 4:00pm Bell Auditorium, Augusta www.eliteevents.com
January 31, 2010 The Georgia Bridal Show 12:30pm - 4:00pm Classic Center, Athens www.eliteevents.com
February 7, 2010 The Georgia Bridal Show 12:00pm - 5:00pm Gwinnett Center, Duluth www.eliteevents.com
February 21, 2010 Roll Out The Red Carpet Bridal Show 12:00pm - 4:00pm Fox Theatre www.chicoccasions.com
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Attire
Dresses, Tuxedos, Men’s Wear, Accessories, Lingerie. Comparison Bids and Notes 1
2
3
4
105
106
107
108
110
113
Culinary - Cakes, Catering & Confections
Culinary Cakes, Catering & Confections Comparison Bids and Notes
Culinary - Cakes, Catering & Confections
1
2
3
4
117
118
119
120
121
122
123
Decorations & Rentals
Decorations & Rentals:
Event Accessories, Doves, Ice Carving, Linens & Lighting
Comparison Bids and Notes
Decorations & Rentals
1
2
3
4
127
128
129
Wedding Services
Wedding Services: Party Planning, Event Planners, Officiants & Chapels Comparison Bids and Notes
1
Wedding Services
2
3
4
133
134
135
136
137
138
139
Flowers
Flowers
Comparison Bids and Notes
1
2
Flowers
3
4
143
144
146
147
Guest Lodging
Guest Lodging
Comparison Bids and Notes 1
2
3
Guest Lodging
4
152
153
Health & Beauty
Health & Beauty
Health & Beauty:
Fitness, Spas, Dentistry, Cosmetic Surgery Comparison Bids and Notes 1
2
3
4
157
159
160
161
Honeymoon, Travel & Destination Weddings
Honeymoon & Travel
Comparison Bids and Notes
Honeymoon, Travel & Destination Weddings
1
2
3
4
165
166
169
Invitations - Favors Gifts
Invitations, Favors & Gifts:
Print Design, Welcome Baskets, Wedding Party Gifts
Comparison Bids and Notes
Invitations - Favors Gifts
1
2
3
4
173
174
175
176
177
Jewelry
Jewelry:
Engagement Rings & Wedding Rings Comparison Bids and Notes 1
Jewelry
2
3
4
181
182 182
183
184
185
Music & Entertainment
Music & Entertainment:
Live Music, DJs, Dance Lessons & Vocals Comparison Bids and Notes 1
2
Music & Entertainment
3
4
190
195
196
197
Photography
Photography
Comparison Bids and Notes 1
2
3
Photography
4
201
203
204
205
206
207
210
211
212
214
215
Preservation
Gown & Flowers
Preservation
Gown & Flowers
Preservation Gown & Flowers Comparison Bids and Notes
1
2
3
4
219
220
221
Receptions
Receptions:
Ballrooms, Reception Centers & Banquet Halls Comparison Bids and Notes
Receptions
1
2
3
4
225
226
227
228
229
230
231
232
235
236
238
239
240
241
242
243
Rehearsal Dinners & Parties
Rehearsal Dinners & Parties: Bachelor/Bachelorette, Luncheons, Dinners & Showers Comparison Bids and Notes
Rehearsal Dinners & Parties
1
2
3
4
248
249
Transportation
Transportation:
Carriages, Limousines & Car Rentals Comparison Bids and Notes 1
Transportation
2
3
4
253
254
255
256
257
Video & Cinema Professionals
Video & Cinema Professionals Comparison Bids and Notes
1
2
Video & Cinema Professionals
3
4
262
263
Your Future
Your Future: Interior Decor, Real Estate, Insurance, Finance & Legal Comparison Bids and Notes
1
2
3
Your Future
4
267
268
269
Index
A
1420 Room . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .230 173 Carlyle House, The . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .231 A Divine Event Catering . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .120 A Formal Image Limousine . . . . . . . .254 A White Rolls Royce & Bentley .255 All Honeymoons & Romantic Travel . . . . . . . . . . . . .169 Anya Bridal Warehouse . . . . . . . .IFC Anthony’s Fine Dining . . . . .227, 248 Athens Wedding Professionals . . . . . . . . . . .135, IBC Atlanta Bridal Extravagnza . . . . . .93 Atlanta Bridal Show . . . . . . . . . . . . .97 Atlanta Marriott Norcross . .152, 240 Atlanta National Golf Club . . . . .228 Audio Celebrations . . . . . . . . .193, BC Autofocus Studios . . . . . . . . . . . . .206
B
Bel Fiore Bridal & Special Occasion Salon . . . . . . . . . . . . . .105 BLEND Custom Parfum . . . .159, 176 Blue Sky Atlanta . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .192 Bold American Catering . . . . . . . . .118 Bridals by Lori . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .106 Brides Against Breast Cancer Gown Sale . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .94
C
Café 267 Banquet & Event Facility . . . . . . . . . . . .235 Carl House . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .240 Celso’s Cakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .121 Chic Occasions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .95 Chocolate Pink . . . . . . . . . . . .122, 247 Cooper-Atlanta Transportation . . . . . . . . . . . . . .253 Creative Video Moments . . . . . . . .261 Current Events Productions . . . .263
D
Day After Ministries, Inc . . . . . . . .137 DecoMarj . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .173 Doug Smith Photography . . . . . . .208 Dream Day Affairs LLC . . . . . . . . . .112 270
E
Eagle’s Landing Country Club . .239 Edge Design Group . . . . . . . . .127, 143 Eleven 15 Events . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .235 Envi Event Planning . . . . . . . . . . . .137 Eric Wittmayer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .201
F
FDS Bank . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .268 Floristique . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .146 Flower Post,The . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .144 Four Seasons Hotel Atlanta . . . . .226 Frosted Pumpkin Gourmet . . . . . .117
G
Georgia Center, The . . . . . . . . . . . .241 Georgia Club, The . . . . . . . . . . . . . .232 Gwinnett Convention & Visitors Bureau . . . . . . . . . . . . . .151 Gwinnett Environmental And Heritage Center . . . . . . . .234 Gwinnett Historic Courthouse . .238
H
Heathers Flowers . . . . . . . . . . . . . .145 Helzberg Diamonds . . . . . . . . . . . .182 Hilton Head Island Chamber Of Commerce . . . . . .165 Honeymoon Giveaway . . . . . . . . . .168 Honeymoons Inc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .167
I
Iroff & Son . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .183 In The Moment Photographs . . .204 International Bridal Affair ‘10 . . . .96
J
John Campbell Photographers . . .211
K
Kristin McGregor . . . . . . . . . . . . . .158
L
Index
Lethal Rhythms . . . . . . . . . . . .194-195 Lytle foto . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .205
M
Macy’s Wedding & Gift Registry . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .92 Mandi Danielle Photography . . . .213 Mayors Jewelers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .181 Merle Manders Conference Center . . . . .IFB, 236 Metropolitan Club, The . . . . . . . .225 Moore Agency, The . . . . . . . . . . . . .157 Moxie . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .190 Muse Salon & Spa . . . . . . . . . . . . . .160
N
Nadia D . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .203
O
T
Terry Cavender . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .210 They’re Playing Our Song . . .191, 237 Tie The Knot . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .107 Tracey Brown Photography . . . . .207 Tuxedo WearHouse . . . . . . . . . . . .109
U V
Valerie Johnson Designs . . . . . . . .174 Vecoma At The Yellow River . . . .233
W
Wendy Bear-State Farm Ins. . . . .267 WOW PhotoBooth . . . . . . . . .177, 196
X, Y & Z
O’B. Tuckers Bridal Shop . . . . . . . .111 Olive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .108
P
Peachtree Weddings & Events . .133 Polo Golf & Country Club . . . . . .229
Q R
Robinson Travel Agency . . . . . . . .166 Roswell Wedding Showcase . . . . .96
S
Savvi Formalwear . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .110 Seitz Photography Studio . . . . . . .209 Shari Zellers Photography . . . . . .202 Soiree Catering & Events . . . . . . .119 Solstice Images . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .212 Spectrum Entertainment . . . . .189, 214, 262 State Farm Ins.-Wendy Bear . . . .267 StudioWed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .136 Susan Graham Signature Events .134 Sweet N Sinful . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .121
271