2018
NORTHERN AZ
WEDDING EXPO
SATURDAY, JAN. 20, 2018 11AM - 4PM
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Booth 1: The Aspen Room Booth 2: Ryan Williams Photography Booth 3: Fat Olives / Salsa Brava Booth 4: Big Foot BBQ Booth 5: Copperstate Satelitte Booth 6: Step Right Up
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Booth 7: Highlands Chateau Booth 8: Flagsatff Cake Company Booth 9: Getting Hitched Booth 10: Roux 66 Events Booth 11: Peaks Pro Events Booth 12: JP Photography
Booth 13: Verve Valley Rentals/ Bliss Floral Booth 14: Little America Booth 15: Mormon Lake Lodge Booth 16: Downtown Browne Productions Booth 17: Jacqueline Rose
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Cakery Booth 18: Birdsong Photography Booth 19: KissASun Booth 20: Foster Wright Floral Design Booth 21: AZ Event Professionals
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Booth 22: Insignia Travel Services Booth 23: Christmas Décor Booth 24: Good Times Rolling Booth 25: Mary Kay Booth 26: Sounds Good Entertainment
Booth 27: 3 Kings Kasbar Booth 28: Northern Arizona Limousine and Transportation Booth 29: Agave of Sedona Booth 30: Julia Romano Photography Booth 31: Forest Highlands
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Booth 32: Kim Duncan Design Booth 33: Classic Party Rentals Booth 35: Casey Green Booth 36: Fit in Your Dress Booth 37: Rioridan Mansion
PUBLISHER/PRESIDENT Don Rowley ADVERTISING DIRECTOR Colleen Brady ACCOUNT EXECUTIVES Zachary Meier, Kevin Moore, Lydia Smith ART DIRECTOR Keith Hickey ADVERTISING DESIGN Calliope Luedeker, Victoria Flook
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TABLE OF CONTENTS | WEDDING EXPO 2018
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Thank You Card Etiquette
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All About the Hair
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All About the Entertainment
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Love In Layers
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Bouquets to Swoon Over
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Registry Must-Haves
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WEDDING EXPO 2018 | AFTER THE WEDDING
Say “I Do” to
Thank You Card Etiquette
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eceiving wedding gifts is an added joy of getting married. Writing thank-you notes for each of these gifts, however, can be a challenge.
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CELEBRATE LIFE’S SIGNIFICANT MOMENTS AT THE AGAVE OF SEDONA
This is especially true if you receive a large number of gifts. Not to worry, with this simple guide, your thank-yous will be thoughtfully written and in the mail in no time.
WHO TO THANK
Everyone who has given you a gift should receive your thanks. Be sure to add anyone who helped in planning, organizing, and decorating or ran errands on your behalf. Your wedding would not have been what it was without help. Start by making a list. This will ensure you don’t forget anyone and makes it easy to cross off each name as cards are written.
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WHEN TO SEND
For every gift you receive before your big day, you have a couple of weeks to post a thank you note. For every gift received at or after your wedding, you generally have a few months. This is not to say you should wait until the end of this etiquette deadline. Try to send your thank-you notes out as quickly as possible — ideally within the first few weeks after you return from your honeymoon.
WHAT TO SAY As a culture, we have always struggled with the best way to say, “thank you.” The best way to pen a mass quantity of thankyou notes is to stick with a simple formula, with a touch of personalization. Start with a simple greeting: Dear __________________________,
LET’S MAKE YOUR EVENT THE TALK OF THE TOWN!
Then express your gratitude: Thank you so much for __________________________. Next, mention the gift by name and add a personal detail. This could be how you plan on using or displaying the gift. If the person has given money, describe how you plan to spend it. Follow up this sentence by stating when you hope to see the person again, what the person means to you, or just that you’re thinking of her. Finally, end with your regards.
MAKING IT FUN
You can relieve much of your anxiety about the task by making the experience an enjoyable one. Start off by stocking up on some beautiful stationery. Thank-you cards are items you will need again and again, so you can take advantage of bulk deals without worrying about waste. Make it an “event.” Put on some fun music, pour a glass of wine and pick up your favorite pen. Don’t forget to split the task with your beloved.
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WEDDING EXPO 2018 | THE LOOK
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All About the Hair
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our hair is a central component of the overall bridal look. What you choose to do with it — and adorn it with — can dramatically change your finished appearance. How you look will be an obvious focus of wedding planning since everyone else’s eyes will be on you.
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THE LOOK | WEDDING EXPO 2018 But don’t fret just yet. Follow these tips and tricks, and you are sure to be happy with the results.
UPDO — OR DOWN?
Before you choose a hairstyle, you must take into consideration the style of your gown, as well as the overall tone you are hoping to set for your wedding. Your hairstyle should complement these aspects — not compete with them. Your face shape also will play a role in your overall decision. Just remember, the goal is to look like the best version of yourself — not someone completely different. So consider styles that don’t stray far from your everyday look. If you regularly wear your naturally wavy hair loose, a simple side-swept bun with a long veil will look more appropriate than tight ringlets and a tiara.
VEILS: THE LONG AND SHORT OF IT
The veil has become a classic wedding accoutrement and is available in many lengths, styles and fabrics. Consider the style of your dress when
choosing a veil; ideally, these items will be purchased at the same time. Will you want to show off the back of the dress? Stick with a veil of sheer silk netting. Is your dress an ankle-length, vintage chic stunner? A birdcage veil is the likely choice. When choosing a hairstyle, be sure it allows for the veil of your choice to be easily secured.
HEADPIECES AND HAIR JEWELRY
Another option is to forgo the veil altogether. Baubles designed specifically with your locks in mind are getting more and more popular. Think golden floral combs, delicate headbands and whimsical bun wreaths. You can leave behind jewels and
metals of all kind, and go floral; a wreath of delicate rosebuds or one elegant magnolia bloom can add a breath-taking touch of romance.
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WEDDING EXPO 2018 | ENTERTAINMENT
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All About Entertainment
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our wedding should not be just a day for you to remember. Traditionally, a wedding reception is a party thrown in honor of the bridal couple, but is hosted for the wedding guests as a thank you for their presence at the nuptials and for their gifts.
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THE HONEYMOON OF YOUR
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With the right planning, your reception can be just as memorable for your guests as it is for you and your family. Do research and think about what you’ve enjoyed (and haven’t enjoyed) as a guest at weddings. Here are a few suggestions to get you started.
with them at the end of the evening.
HIRE DANCE INSTRUCTORS
Sometimes enticing guests out on the dance floor can be a struggle. Offering up some entertainment on the dance floor could be just the ticket to get guests into the groove of things. HIRE A CARICATURIST Instructors can frequently be hired by the Caricaturists always add a playful dose of hour, so you can easily limit your costs. Your entertainment, and their popularity at weddings guests will never forget that your wedding is in recent years has grown significantly. where they learned (or relearned) how to swing, Not only are they entertaining to watch durwaltz or salsa. ing your reception, but they can offer your guests a unique, personalized item — which OFFER A PHOTO BOOTH you can use as a wedding favor — to take home A photo booth is quickly becoming an icon at
contemporary weddings. Remember, while many professional photographers offer a photo booth as an add-on option to most packages, a photo booth does not need to be professionally installed or wreck your budget. Consider crafting your own backdrop. Pick up fun props at a party store or thrift store, and use an iPad on a tripod to capture the mischief. If you’ve got young cousins itching to be involved, have one of them man the camera. You don’t need to spend a fortune. But whatever you choose, you need to enjoy it. If you are happy and having fun, your guests will, too.
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WEDDING EXPO 2018 | DRESS
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DRESS | WEDDING EXPO 2018
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LOVE IN LAYERS
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etting married in the colder months doesn’t mean you have to be cold. Use the season as an excuse to add stylish — and essential — accessories to your bridal look.
Here are a few elegant and on-trend suggestions to keep you and the entire bridal party nice and toasty.
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FOR THE BRIDE
Snow drifting down softly over your shoulders — and a chilly winter breeze at your back — is the perfect reason to partake in the latest bridal fashion trend: the cape. Bridal capes have hit the runways in every style, length and fabric, but all are chic, classic, and most importantly, warm. If you have your heart set on a stole, consider going vintage; you will likely find a quality fur at an affordable price and won’t be contributing to the current fur industry, as you will be reusing a vintage piece.
AND HER LADIES
Pretty shawls, soft pashminas and cute mittens keep bridesmaids warm and offer a stylish accessory that a bride can gift to her girls. If you are getting hitched in a seriously snowy location, don’t forget about a set of colorful Wellies to keep everyone’s toes nice and dry. These accessories also can add some serious punch to any bridal photo shoot.
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FOR THE GROOM
There is nothing more dapper than a groom in a well-tailored overcoat. Keep to classic accessories, such as butter-soft gloves and a thick woolen scarf in a subdued hue. Keep fabric in mind and choose a suit or tux in a wool blend. If your wedding is more rustic or informal, consider having the groom wear a rich
sweater in luxe cashmere. Don’t be afraid to think outside the box.
AND HIS FELLAS
Gifting the groomsmen bright scarves can make for a stunning scene. Think of a row of groomsmen in navy suits and white scarves, or black suits and red scarves, or brown with burgundy.
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WEDDING EXPO 2018 | FLORAL
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arrying a bouquet that is “in season” will not only help tie your wedding together, but is oftentimes gentler on the budget. Fall foliage offers rich hues, exciting textures, and plenty of harvest bounty to inspire and create beautiful arrangements.
FLORAL | WEDDING EXPO 2018
Need help putting together a memorable bouquet? Make a trip downtown to your local flower shop. Bring a notebook of ideas and see how they can help you make it happen while meeting your budget. Consider the following elements when dreaming up your perfect bridal bouquet:
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DEEP AND VIVID COLORS Spring and summer are typically the seasons we associate with budding flowers, but many blossoms are blooming like crazy this time of year and are available in many colors. Ranunculus, roses and heather are always classic beauties. But not to be missed are velvety coxcomb, cornflowers and dahlias in early fall, and Amaryllis in late fall. Don’t forget a sprig of heather for good luck.
LOTS OF TEXTURE While a lush bouquet accented with plenty of greenery is a classic choice, don’t overlook the other options the autumn season brings. Leaves, berries and grasses all add a spark of cold-weather beauty. Also consider lotus pods, fiddlehead ferns and fuzzy lamb’s ear for a distinct look.
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FRUITS AND VEGETABLES Adding fruit or vegetables to a bouquet can be absolutely stunning — and perfectly on-trend. Pomegranates and artichokes are popular choices right now, and apples are clearly a fall favorite. Don’t forget smaller fruits, such as cheery little kumquats. If you love your greens, cabbage and kale also add a dramatic flare to any arrangement.
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RIBBON AND TWINE What you use to secure your bouquet can significantly add to its beauty. If you are having a rustic wedding, consider twine, which can be found in many colors. Using a ribbon is a classic choice with so many options. Consider the thickness of the ribbon, material (silk, satin, velvet, lace) — not to mention color. Be sure the color you choose complements the bouquet rather than detracting from it.
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Registry Must-Haves R egistering is one of the most fun tasks on any wedding planning to-do list. Going to stores and choosing things for your new home together is exciting and can melt away the stress of other aspects of planning.
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GIFTS | WEDDING EXPO 2018
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However, even the most diligent bride and groom will tell you that there are things they wish they had registered for. Even if you don’t think someone will buy you these items, put them on your registry anyway. Most retailers offer a discount on un-bought registry items. Here’s what you need to know:
KITCHEN KNIVES The best investment you can make in your kitchen is in high-quality knives. Think knives that don’t come in a set. This allows you to choose individual knives that meet your needs and mix and match brands.
A QUALITY VACUUM CLEANER It is time for a serious vacuum. Higher-end vacuums also frequently come with manufacturer warranties — so when it goes on the fritz you should be able to get it repaired or replaced.
A DUTCH OVEN
LUGGAGE
This universal kitchen item is a lifetime lifesaver. It can go from stovetop to oven to grill, is great for soups and braising meats, and can be substituted at any time for other cookware pieces, should you choose or need to.
Luggage is a great registry item because it is often expensive and most high-end lines on the market have a lifetime guarantee. Don’t forget, you will most likely be using it soon on your honeymoon.
IRON OR STEAMER
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Ironing is a basic skill that everyone should know. If the task seems too time-consuming, go for the steamer. This handy tool takes wrinkles out of clothing without making contact with the fabric.
Items for your home together make great registry items, but these pieces are often overlooked. Rugs bring both a “homey” feeling and put-together look to a room. However, they are expensive — so let someone else splurge for you.
BATH TOWELS Even if you and your fiance currently live together and have towels, register for new ones — nicer ones. Quality towels can be pricey and not necessarily something you will want to invest in later. Plus, you will find that good bath towels get softer with use rather than nubby and coarse.
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FUN GEAR This could be camping gear, water sport accessories — whatever your hobbies are. Many couples are choosing to set up “honeymoon registries,” where they register for excursions or add-ons that guests can purchase to enhance the couple’s trip. Wedding Expo 2018 | 15
Thank you To all the vendors from Forest Highlands and the Arizona Daily Sun.
We look forward to seeing you all at the event on January 20th!
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