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Bermuda Sun 19 Elliott Street, Hamilton, Bermuda HM 10 Tel 295-3902 Fax 292-5597 E-mail feedback@bermudasun.bm This special supplement is produced and published by Bermuda Sun Limited and printed in Bermuda by Island Press Limited.
Inside this supplement ‘A Midsummer Night’s Dream’ wedding Pages 2-3 Wedding Competition finalists Page 4 A day in the life of a wedding planner Page 5 When best friends fall in love and marry Pages 6-7 Hair and makeup artist creates special look Page 9 Benefits of two wedding photographers Pages 10-12 Creating the dress that was made for you Page 13 Famous and infamous Las Vegas weddings Page 14 What to consider when changing your name Page 15
Publisher Randy French President Lisa Beauchamp Editorial Amanda Dale Editorial Layout Jack Garstang Advertising Sales Carlita Burgess (Deputy Advertising Manager) Diane Gilbert, Claire James, Larissa French Creative Services Christina White, Colby Medeiros Circulation & Distribution Nick Tavares
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THE LOOK SAYS IT ALL: Patricia Outerbridge and Andrew Borland were married at St John’s Church in Pembroke on May 23 and held their wedding reception at Patricia’s uncle Stephen Outerbridge’s home in Fairylands. See ‘A Midsummer’s Night Dream’, Pages 2-3.
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‘A Midsummer Night’s Dream’ wedding By Amanda Dale adale@bermudasun.bm
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Midsummer Night’s Dream was the theme for Patricia Outerbridge and Andrew Borland’s magical Bermudian wedding. From a full moon and a tent filled with cherry trees and fairy lights, to strawberry plant favours, their wedding was a dreamy day to remember. Patricia, 29, and Andrew, 31, married at St John’s Church in Pembroke on May 23, and held their wedding reception at Patricia’s uncle Stephen Outerbridge’s home in the aptly-named Fairylands. This was also the place where they grew up together as teenagers. “I was 12 and Andrew was 14 when we met,” said Patricia. “We both grew up together as we were in the same group of friends. “Later on we both went to college, but then reconnected five years ago. We started dating and everything just blossomed from there. “Everything happened so naturally; it was just easy. Even now, our relationship is still very laidback. We just have a natural connection. “It feels right and our love just grows stronger and stronger.” Two years after they started dating, Patricia and Andrew moved into an apartment together. Patricia then became pregnant with their son, Hunter. Five weeks after the birth of Hunter, Andrew proposed, in September 2011, on Labour Day weekend. Patricia said although she knew they were meant for each other, the proposal was still a surprise. “We were out on our friends’ boat in Castle Harbour and needed to get some things for sleeping over, so we went to the dock to collect some items from Andrew’s mother. “However, Andrew was scheming behind the scenes. He had bought the ring a month earlier, and was just waiting for the right moment. “So that weekend was the weekend. “Andrew called his mom and asked her to also bring the ring with her. After we left the dock, he asked me to tuck in the lines at the front of the boat. “I asked, ‘What lines?’ as they were already in the boat. But he was just trying to get the ring out of the box when I wasn’t looking. “As we were tootling along in the Yellowfin (centre console), he was being very affectionate, but I thought nothing of it as he is always affectionate. “He remarked on what a lovely family weekend it had been and he was being really sweet. Then he asked me to hold the wheel for a few minutes. He then said, ‘Hey babe’. “I turned around and saw that he was down on one knee. He said, ‘Will you marry me?’ “I said, ‘Yes’. It was very exciting and emotional. I felt so happy I started
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sealed with a kiss: Patricia and Andrew enjoy a special moment with their son Hunter who turns two on July 30. crying. I knew how much we loved each other and had hoped that one day he would ask me to marry him, but it was a surprise. “It was an amazing day.” Andrew, a general contractor, said: “I knew we were going to spend our lives together, and we had talked about it previously, but it just felt like the right time; we were having such a good time on the boat.” Friends Cary and Spencer Butterfield helped the couple to celebrate the engagement on Foreign Exchange, which was moored in front of one of Castle Harbour’s beautiful beaches. As Patricia and Andrew began the wedding preparations, Patricia took the lead in planning her dream wedding. “Andrew was very sweet and said, ‘Whatever you want, baby’, but one request he did have was that he wanted an old-style Bermudian wedding. “That’s why we had the wedding on a Thursday afternoon and did not have a formal sit-down dinner but hors d’oeuvres and cocktails.” The couple married at St John’s Church in Pembroke and then had
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SAY IT WITH STRAWBERRIES: Patricia’s mother Lily had grown strawberry plants six months before the wedding. Guests were invited to take home a plant as their wedding favours. their reception at Patricia’s uncle’s home in Fairylands. “This was where we both grew up, as Andrew and I used to hang out with Stephen’s son, my cousin Graham, here when we were younger,” said
Patricia. “This property has been in my family for generations, so it seemed very fitting to hold the wedding celebrations here.” Patricia picked a Vera Wang ‘mermaid’ dress from the designer’s
boutique in Madison Avenue, New York. “It was a classic, but also ‘edgy’ dress, with a fitted top and wider at the bottom,” she said. “It was the first dress I tried on. I had originally thought I would choose an
all-lace dress but the assistant obviously knew what she was doing, because I immediately fell in love with it. “After I tried it on, that was it. The assistant said that 97 per cent of the time, most brides end up
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for couple who grew up in Fairylands choosing the first dress they try on.” Andrew and his six groomsmen were tailored in traditional Bermudian attire, with blue blazers, khaki pants, white shirts and ties. Andrew’s best man was his friend, Dana Martin. Patricia’s maid of honour was her cousin, Ashley Outerbridge. Her six bridesmaids included her cousins and best friend, Cary Butterfield. Each wore a moss green dress with an empire waist, from J. Crew. “The look was very ‘Greek goddess’,” said Patricia. “I wanted to go for ‘rustic elegance’, to reflect the Midsummer Night’s Dream theme. Everything was green and white.” Patricia, an interior designer, designed the wedding reception tent together with tent designer, Michael Mello of Elements. “Michael brought in cherry trees to wrap around the tent poles and chandeliers for the ‘ceiling’,” she said. “We also hung raffia and fairy lights, so it was really pretty.” Up to 200 guests, family and friends attended the wedding reception. The couple had traditional Bermudian wedding cakes — one in gold and the other in silver icing, to symbolize prosperity and a fruitful marriage. The cakes were also decorated with Bermuda cedar saplings, to reflect their growing love through marriage. “We also used tree trunks for the base of the cakes, to reflect the Midsummer Night’s Dream theme,” said Patricia. The main tiered wedding cake was created by Paula Hayward of Sweet Pea, from a magazine picture Patricia found. It was a banana cake with passion fruit, topped with guava butter cream. Another unusual touch was the strawberry cart. Guests were invited to take home a strawberry plant as their wedding favours. Patricia explained: “My mother (Lily) had grown the plants six months earlier, as a thank you gift for all of our guests. “They were beautifullywrapped in burlap and tied with a raffia bow. The story behind them is that strawberries used to grow on that property many years ago, and we used to pick them as children. “Our guests were asked to take a plant home, but any plants left over would then be replanted for the next generation of our family.” The evening’s entertainment was provided by the Tom Ray Band while the Little Venice Group provided the catering. As the champagne flowed, Patricia said everyone seemed to have a wonderful time. “It was a beautiful wedding, and our guests loved it; everyone I spoke to said they had a fantastic time,” she said. “It was just perfect, but the whole wedding day
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DREAM TEAM: Patricia’s maid of honour was her cousin, Ashley Outerbridge. The bridesmaids, looking like Greek goddesses, wore moss green dresses with an empire waist and the groomsmen wore Ralph Lauren navy blazers, Brooks Brothers shirts and pants.
Wedding details CEREMONY AND RECEPTION Ceremony: St John’s Church. Officiate: Reverend Nick Dill. String Trio: The Menuhin. Reception: Bride’s uncle Stephen Outerbridge’s home in Fairylands. Band: Tom Ray Band. Flowers: Suzan Sickling. Catering: Little Venice. Photography: Amanda Temple and Alex Masters. Videography: Andrew Kirkpatrick. Gown: Vera Wang ‘Ethel’. Shoes: Vera Wang ‘Lavender’. Veil: Family heirloom from bride’s mother’s side. Suits: Ralph Lauren navy blazers, Brooks Brothers shirts and pants (supplied by AS Coopers). Hair and make-up: Vernon G at Strands and Kenny, hair assistant to the bridesmaids. Bridesmaids’ attire: J. Crew, Arabelle Long. Colour: Dusty Shale. Shoes: Steve Madden wedges. Maid of Honour: J. Crew, Lucienne Long. Colour: Dusty Shale. Shoes: Steve Madden wedges. Bridesmaids gifts: Kate Spade earrings and bracelets with J. Crew emergency kits and a split of Champagne. Wedding planning: Bride and mother. Wedding day management and source for cocktail tablecloths: Nikki Begg, Bermuda Bride. Transportation: Horse and carriage, Marquis Ranch. Tent designer/details: Michael Mello, Elements. Welcome bags: 9x11 burlap bags from Save-on-Crafts. Wedding invitations: Mr Boddington’s Studio, NYC. Rehearsal dinner: Hamilton Princess, Harbour View Suite Terrace, hosted by groom’s parents Peter and Pam Borland. Tent rental: Undercover Rentals. Thank you gifts for guests: Homegrown strawberry plants supplied by bride’s mother Lily Outerbridge. After-party: Fairmont Hamilton Princess, Regency Terrace. was just stunning. Having everyone there made it very special; magical even. We had a full moon that night as well which lit up the garden.” At midnight the celebrations did not stop but moved on to the Fairmont Hamilton Princess’s Regency Terrace, with music by DJ Chubb and grilled cheese and French fries served up as snacks.
Patricia said: “It all went by so fast but was the most incredible day. If we could do it all over again, we would. But we have our memories and the photos to live by. “Hunter being born was the best day of our lives, but our wedding day comes a close second.” The couple honeymooned on a Mediterranean cruise, aboard a SeaBourn Cruise
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dream theme: Patricia, an interior designer, designed the wedding reception tent together with tent designer, Michael Mello of Elements. Line ship, followed by two nights in Rome. “It was a very memorable, fantastic time together,” said Patricia. Patricia and Andrew now live in Smith’s with
Hunter, who turns two on July 30. “Since getting married, nothing has really changed because we lived together before, but it’s nice for me to be a Borland now, and
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Denise Moniz and Dean Moniz Married: 16 March, 2013 Venue: Ceremony at Caso’s Point, The Reefs and reception at Pompano Beach Club. Photographer: Alex Masters
Katrina Clara Flath and Matthew Thomas Carr Married: 25 May, 2013 Venue: Family garden in Devonshire where the bride’s grandparents had their wedding. Photographer: Alex Masters
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ALL THE TRIMMINGS: Katie Trimingham believes she ‘has the best job ever’ creating beautiful weddings and events.
Just another day in the life of a wedding planner Katie Trimingham is in the business of making it happen, even at short notice By Katie Trimingham Owner of All the Trimmings (Wedding and Events)
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t’s late Friday afternoon, and you’ve been from one end of the island to the other a thousand times. Your phone hasn’t stopped ringing, which makes you wonder if you should buy shares in BTC. Tomorrow at 4pm is a wedding with 250 guests. The forecast is now calling for rain; luckily you were able to arrange for a large tent, which will be decorated beyond perfection. Deep down you know the weather will not matter to anyone once the beautiful bride begins her descent down the aisle and focuses her gaze on her handsome groom. The checklist you’ve gone over is in your hand and you double-check everything for the 50th time that day. Everything is done. Cake will be delivered on time, as well as the bride. As you settle back on your sofa with a large glass of wine, you think to yourself, “I am so lucky to be a part of such a special day for so many people. This is
Katie Trimingham the best job ever.” As you take a sip, the phone rings once more. You take a deep breath and answer. On the other end is a frantic voice explaining that she is getting married in three weeks and was planning everything on her own, but realized she is overwhelmed and can not do it by herself. You tell her not to worry. This is what you are here for; this is what you love to do. You can help her. You hear her breathe a sigh of relief and can almost feel her stress level decrease. You hope she has a location booked, the officiate, caterer, but even if some of these items have been overlooked, you know that you
can make it all happen. All The Trimmings is what I offer. I am in this business because I love to create beautiful weddings and events. No job is too big or too small. Whether I have a year’s notice or a week, I can make it happen. A day in the life of a wedding planner is an adventure I wouldn’t trade for anything. I have three ‘vows’ that I’ve set out for myself:
1. Relationships
Build rapport immediately with your clients and your contacts. It is imperative that you have a good relationship with the bride, groom, family and any vendors involved. You are there as an advocate on their behalf. Your clients and contacts need to trust you and believe that your priority is in the success of their special day.
2. Fix it
If there is a concern, a complaint, a crisis or an emergency, then do whatever it takes to fix it. It is your job to handle any problems and to make things run as smoothly as possible from the initial inquiry through to the big day. Be efficient and consistent always.
‘On the other end is a frantic 3. Be happy You will get a lot further voice explaining that she is getting in life with a smile on your face and a positive attitude. This is a joyous and married in three weeks and was happy occasion so show it be thankful that you’ve planning everything on her own, but and been blessed with the opportunity to be apart of realized she is overwhelmed and can the one day this couple will remember forever. The satisfaction of my not do it by herself.’ clients is what makes being a wedding planner worthwhile.
The smile on a bride’s face and the tears of joy in the grooms eyes are the binding force and drive behind all that goes into the
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When best friends fall in love and marry By Amanda Dale adale@bermudasun.bm
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riendship is the key to a happy marriage, and no one knows that more than teenage sweethearts Jill and R.C. Crofton. The couple met through friends almost 10 years ago, when Jill was 15 and R.C. was 17. Jill said: “From the beginning we could talk for hours and never had those awkward silences. “We first of all became best friends, and we are still very best friends to this day. I think that is the most important aspect of our relationship, the fact that we are more than
husband and wife; we are best friends, each other’s rock and support system. “I grew up in Paget and R.C. in Warwick. After we met, after no time at all — maybe only a couple of months — we were in a fully committed relationship. “I think some people might have thought we were too young, but our commitment never changed over the next nine and a half years, until we got married, and to this day. “Some people grow up and grow apart but we just grew together. We just fitted in with each other, I guess. “We went through high
school, college, new jobs, and we even moved to England together for a year for university,” she said. Jill, nee Harrington, studied science and R.C. studied information technology at the University of Sussex, but they both returned to Bermuda after a year. “Unfortunately it didn’t pan out in the end but when we came back, we then found out I was pregnant and we decided to stay in Bermuda. “Laila Rose is now over two years old and she’s the best thing that’s ever happened to either of us. “Before we found out I was pregnant, my husband had been planning our
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teenage sweethearts Jill and R.C. Crofton met when they were both young but decided to wait nine years to marry. Their daughter Laila Rose is now over two years old and Jill says, ‘she’s the best thing that’s ever happened to either of us’.
THE BERMUDA SUN engagement and was saving for my ring. However, the news of our baby came up a couple of months before the proposal he had planned. “Then on Christmas morning 2010, as a meal was baking in the kitchen, we were sitting around the tree as a family, getting ready to exchange gifts. “First of all we exchanged our Christmas cards. As I was reading mine I turned to my side to see that R.C. had gotten down on one knee and had a box with the most beautiful ring I could ever have wanted. “He proceeded to say all the beautiful things a girl can dream of and asked me to marry him. I burst into tears and of course, said ‘yes’. “We both knew many years ago that we would be ‘it’ for each other, but as we got together so young we wanted to wait and just be a little bit older and to maybe have a little bit more experience before marriage.” Jill and R.C. got married on August 25, 2012, at Tucker’s Point. Jill said: “I always wanted a beach wedding with a Bermudian atmosphere, with people mingling. “I wanted a princess style dress and a dusky rose colour for the bridesmaids. I found my dress on a trip to London, at Alfred Angelo Bridal. RC wore salmon pink Bermuda shorts and the groomsmen wore beige. “The wedding day itself was like a whirlwind but went very smoothly. “Although some people might think we did things backwards by having a child first, I think it was also meant to be that Laila Rose was there and to walk down the aisle with us.
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feeling married: Jill wore a princess style dress and the bridesmaids’ dresses were a dusky rose colour. She found her dress on a trip to London, at Alfred Angelo Bridal. “We’ve been together for so long that we actually felt married, but to have the wedding ceremony and have everyone around us, it was very special. It was like a celebration of young love. “The wedding was a beautiful day, as I’m sure and hope that all brides’ wedding days are. “We had the wedding ceremony on the croquet lawn at Tucker’s Point and the reception by the
pool. But probably the best time of the day was going down to the beach with our photographer, Gavin Howarth. “Talking and laughing with all of our friends on the beach, and having the portraits done with my husband was amazing. We then went back up to the pool area where there were speeches, delicious food, good company and music and dancing until well after midnight.”
Although the couple have not yet gone on their honeymoon, they are planning a trip around Europe next year. Jill said: “For us, married life is amazing, and to have that bond is very special. “We have been together for over nine years now. We have lived together overseas and in Bermuda, and we also have a daughter. “Our lives together started before marriage but
that doesn’t make marriage any less special or any less important to either of us; it just makes it even better. “We love our little life together, and having a gorgeous wedding day to celebrate made it all the more special.” Jill, 23, and R.C., 26, live in Flatts, where Jill raises Laila Rose and R.C. is a Digicel smartphone technician. Jill said: “We enjoy the same things, such as travel-
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ling, and also enjoy each other’s differences. “R.C. is the strong and silent type, whereas I tend to be more outgoing, so we are partly opposites, but we are also very similar in other respects. “It is also nice we have a different heritage. R.C. is Bermudian-Filipino whereas I’m Bermudian-Scottish. “In any relationship a good sense of humour is also important. R.C. could always — and still — makes me laugh. “Being friends is very important because, to be in love, you have to like each other, trust each other, enjoy each other’s company and be able to count on that person for anything big or small. “If it’s an issue with a job, children, friends or family, you need someone that will listen to you and understand you. “Also, you want to spend time with this person, so you want to be able to have fun and go for dinners, go to the movies or have a quiet night in, and I think the basis of that is a friendship. “I don’t think you can get any luckier than to find someone who you can have a friendship with and then have that become something even more, and have that person become a boyfriend, girlfriend, fiancé, a husband or wife. “And then if you’re even luckier, you can have a child with that person and have a whole life with someone that means so much to you. “It’s the best thing I know; it’s been one of the best parts of my life to fall in love with my best friend.” n
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the artist’s work: Vernon G’s skill is evident in the ‘Midsummer Night’s Dream’ theme wedding of Patricia Outerbridge and Andrew Borland (see pages 1-3). Vernon said: ‘I just could not see the bridesmaids in anything other than big, high buns, because the dresses flowed’, therefore he felt he needed ‘to be a bit more dramatic with the buns and smoky eyes’.
Top hair and make-up artist aims for your special look Vernon G draws on his wide experience to offer essential advice to future brides By Vernon G Hair and make-up artist
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remember my first wedding as a hair and makeup artist 22 years ago in South Africa. The hair was set in big rollers and backcombed high on the head. Flowers were placed meticulously in the right place and the diamante clips placed to enhance the hairstyle. Make-up was flawless and absolutely gorgeous with lots of mascara and layers of eye shadows to create the perfect look for the bride. Months of planning goes into creating that special look for each and every bride, together with liaising with the bride every step of the way. Years later, I still apply the same principle to every wedding that I have been given the opportunity to create a special look for the bride. Whether I know the bride, or meet a destination bride, there is always a sense of discovering and celebrating the moment when two souls connect with each other in a matrimonial ceremony. And still, each time when the can of hairspray is put down and the bride is ready to get dressed, a sense of pride and joy overwhelms me. It takes years of practice to understand the concept of each and every bride from the theme, the dress, the shoes, the jewellery from grandma, the antique family heirloom veil, the
music, the food, the bridesmaids and yes, the groom. The drama before a wedding is sometimes the best part of planning the look. I have had many moments of joy and laughter with a bride where ideas are exchanged and new ideas are conveyed as a result of sharing our combined visions of what her big day will be like. I always ask my future brides to tell me about how they fell in love, and who their favourite celebrity bride is. Many times, it is the classic bridal look, that is the curls, the soft bun, the side swept fringe, and most important, that pictureperfect look for their special day. Other times, a look that was chosen by a bride is just not the right look for her, and it is my responsibility to create and guide her in a different direction. I recently did a theme wedding that was “A Midsummer’s Night Dream” — ethereal, magical and very feminine. I just could not see the bridesmaids in anything other than big, high buns. Why? The dresses flowed; it was soft, sheer and very whimsical — I needed it to be a bit more dramatic with the buns and smoky eyes. It worked beautifully and the bride stood out in her own right with soft, slightly messy hand curls with a big soft white flower on the side of her head. Smoky bronzed eyes and a soft subtle nude lip ruled
‘Perfect make-up also creates the most gorgeous photos. I look back at some of my brides that I did 22 years ago, and the face looks flawless, perfect iridescent eyes, shiny cheekbones and beautiful lip gloss.’ the victory to this gorgeous flow of the theme. Moments like these take my breath away and always remind me why I enjoy the art of hair and make-up in this day and age. Make-up is one of my biggest passions… it is the art of painting and sculpting, the art of creating the perfect illusion to the naked eye and to the camera lens. I believe that every bride has the ability to wear beautiful smoky eyes, like a top super model. When you mention smoky eyes to a bride, you will immediately receive the reaction: “I want a natural look”. True, natural make-up does mean that the skin should glow, enhanced with a gorgeous peachy blush, contoured cheeks and fabulous lashes. Perfect make-up also creates the most gorgeous photos. I look back at some of my brides that I did 22
years ago, and the face looks flawless, perfect iridescent eyes, shiny cheekbones and beautiful lip gloss. Hair and make-up is an art that is sheer creativity, mixed with a sensitive understanding of the idea and concept of your bride. You play an essential role to create the image that every bride dreams of when she was a little girl.
Six months to go
Plan ahead. Once your wedding date has been set, you should book your appointments for hair and make-up. Beautiful skin. Start your bridal skin care regimen now to ensure a glowing complexion on your big day. Book a Clarins facial treatment today and discuss a course of treatments and home care for the best results. Manicure and pedicure. These are essential treatments for a beautiful total look, especially if you want
to be able to show off your beautiful wedding ring. We offer Clarins “Beautiful hand and foot” treatments for the best results. Hair. Book your wedding day hair trial now. Bring in pictures from magazines or web sites that you like. This will help our stylists achieve the best results. It is always a good idea to bring along your veil or any other hair accessories that you are considering. Make-up. Book your make-up trial now. We can offer stylists who also are make-up artists, or our beauty therapists who will be able to create that flawless look. You may wish to try false lashes to add that extra bit of drama. Here is a handy checklist to help you in planning your big day.
consider a Clarins cleansing back treatment. It will make you look and feel great. Beautiful and tanned without the sun. Clarins offers a great self-tan treatment to give that special sun-kissed glow. Honeymoon sundries. Stop by our retail centre and stock up on all your hair care, skincare and sun products. We also carry Travel Packs by Clarins, “Gorgeous Getaways” and “Travel @ Clarins”. Beautifully soft body. Try one of our Clarins “Sweet and Savory” exfoliating treatments. Smooth to the touch. We offer a wide range of waxing treatments (bikini, Brazilian, eyebrows, lips, under arms and legs) that will ensure the perfect you.
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Consider one of our Clarins treatment massages to help melt away fatigue and stress.
Bridal party gifts are essential. Strands Gift Cards are always a great way to say thank you and are available for any treatment package or dollar amount (see spa packages). Don’t forget Mom. Let us take care of Mom for a day. From hair and make-up to manicure and pedicure, give her a special Strands treat because she deserves it.
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Your pre-wedding facial. This should occur two to three weeks before your wedding day. If you are planning on wearing a backless dress, then you might want to
Day before stress relief
On the big day
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JOYFUL GAZE: Bermudian couple Kofi Dill and Cherie Simons, married on August 11, 2012, pose at the Botanical Gardens.
A day in the life of a wedding photographer Two is better than one when it comes to capturing creative shots and the crucial details By Amanda Dale adale@bermudasun.bm
The memories of the biggest day of your lives should last forever. That is why, when it comes to weddings, one of your most important considerations will be who to choose as your photographer. Just as you want your hair, make-up, dress, shoes and accessories to be perfect, so you will want perfect images that you can treasure for a lifetime. On such a momentous day, preparation is the key, and so it’s important to plan the flow of events and style of shoot beforehand with your photographer. What goes into shooting a wedding and the traditions and events surrounding it? The Bermuda Sun spoke to Jamie MacMillan and Rohan Shastri of Moongate Productions to find out what happens in a typical day in the life of a wedding photographer. Mr MacMillan, 27, and Mr Shastri, 26, both studied photography in the UK and formed Moongate Productions on their return to Bermuda, in 2011. Mr MacMillan completed a degree in photography and video at the University of Sunderland while Mr Shastri graduated in photography from the University for the Creative Arts (UCA) in Surrey. He also completed a foundation course at Central Saint Martins College of Art and
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‘People will tend to choose a certain photographer to match their own personal style, so they already have an idea of what they want, from looking at your website.’ Rohan Shastri Moongate Productions Design in London. The pair met through friends and at Dolphin Quest Bermuda, where Mr MacMillan was working for the summer. Mr Shastri taught photography for the ‘Youth, Camera, Action’ project at the Bermuda National Gallery. He said: “We started throwing ideas around and realized there was a gap for us in the market, as both photographers and videographers. So we launched
Moongate Productions in November. “As we do a combination of video and photography, we have that diversity.” Moongate Productions now has a variety of projects in its portfolio, ranging from weddings to family portraits, to promotional material for the Department of Tourism, commercial work, and even a video for the Norwegian Breakaway cruise liner. For weddings, Mr Shastri and Mr MacMillan say that
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LOOK OF LOVE: Zach and Gina Cooper from overseas gaze at each at Elbow Beach on May 4, 2013. having two photographers is a definite advantage. “This gives one of us a chance to do more creative shots while the other will be capturing the crucial details, so we don’t miss anything,” said Mr MacMillan. “If we have a location such as Stonehole Bay, one of us can go on top of the rocks on the cliff while the other stays around the ceremony, for example.” Mr Shastri said if it is just a small wedding party,
only one photographer is usually needed, but this is discussed with the wedding planner and/or bride and groom. Their bookings tend to be “half and half” of local and destination weddings. “We did 26 weddings last year and this year we’ve had more than 10 so far,” said Mr Shastri. “It averages one or two a week during the summer. But in July and August Bermudians don’t tend to get married at that time so
there are more destination weddings at this time.” Before each couple’s big day, they will sit down to talk to Mr Shastri and Mr MacMillan about the day’s events and shooting/filming. Mr Shastri said although ‘diva’-like/Bridezilla requests were rare, the talk tends to set boundaries as well as outline each individual couple’s priorities. “This meeting is the most important part of planning the day’s shoot,” he said.
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JUMP FOR JOY: Newlywed Jennifer Leonard and her bridesmaids leaping at Elbow Beach on June 6, 2013. “We will walk the couple through the process and what we are able to achieve within a certain time, and so that also tends to get rid of any funny requests. “You sometimes get people who are ‘detailoriented’, but most people know what they want, rather than them being demanding, and so this can be useful.” Most couples will already have an idea of the style of photographer they are booking, from Internet searches. “People will tend to choose a certain photographer to match their own personal style, so they already have an idea of what they want, from looking at your website,” said Mr Shastri. “My advice to any couple getting married is to get to know your photographer(s) and their work before you make a decision. “As a photographer, your ‘personality’ should also match up with the couple, particularly with the bride.” Mr MacMillan said: “On the wedding day itself we usually spend more time with the couple than 90 per cent of their guests, so we are basically the extended wedding party.” Mr Shastri added: “They will also look to you for guidance on the day, to the flow of proceedings, so you are almost like a wedding planner in a way. “They also sometimes need advice on certain traditions, such as a groom may ask you whether he has his boutonniere placed correctly.” Although most weddings are traditional in Bermuda, and themed or unusual weddings are rare, there are plenty of opportunities to have some fun, say Mr Shastri and Mr MacMillan. “There was one couple who had met at the athletics stadium (National Sports Centre) and who
‘One of us will cover the bride getting ready, and the other, the groom. That’s the advantage of having two photographers.’ Jamie MacMillan Moongate Productions
were sprinters, and so we took photos of them sprinting on the track and of the wedding rings tied between the laces of the running shoes. That was a fun day,” said Mr Shastri. Being Bermudian, it also helps to bring local knowledge to each wedding location, they say. “We know every church and location on the island, so we get to understand how certain styles of photography will work in each environment,” said Mr Shastri. Mr MacMillan added: “We are quite diverse in our photography because the light changes so much here in Bermuda. Brides will ask us what is the best time will be to shoot a particular scene and we will do our best for them, but sometimes we won’t get much of a choice. “For example, if it’s midday in August you have to deal with a harsh light, but we try to work around that to produce the best look. “There are various effects we can achieve in a shoot, such as blurring the background into a soft white, or going the other way and bringing out the blue of the sky or ocean; keeping those colours. “It’s about trying to find a happy medium, which is always our style.” Although sometimes things may not go exactly to plan, such as the arrival of sudden inclement weath-
er, Mr Shastri said it was important to “never show frustration and to keep smiling”. “We do everything with a smile,” he said. “It’s important to make everyone feel comfortable and work through anything.” If they are both photographers for the day, Mr Shastri usually shoots the men in their preparations, while Mr MacMillan will capture the women. “One of us will cover the bride getting ready, and the other, the groom. That’s the advantage of having two photographers,” said Mr MacMillan. They usually take a break from shooting when the wedding party has dinner, and so only charge for shooting time, as opposed to continuous time. When it comes to videography, he said this brings more of a ‘documentary style’ to the day’s events. “I always find there’s a huge difference between photography and video, because with photography you’re constantly interacting with the bride and groom, regarding their posture and they way they face and kiss each other. It’s quite intimate, whereas video is more about documenting the day and trying to be invisible.” Moongate Productions has various packages to suit every budget. “We will work with whatever budget the couple has,
even if it’s only for a few hours,” said Mr MacMillan. “We have different packages available, or can make custom packages,” said Mr Shastri. “We have bronze, silver and gold packages, or different options such as video, the fun photo booth and the engagement party shoot. “The photo booth is a great way of taking photos of your guests. We have various backdrops and props, such as glasses, hats and flags. It’s like playing dress-up and goes down really well.” When it comes to the finished product, Moongate Productions provides a set of the photos to the bride and groom on a disc, as well as edited versions and
a selection of their favourites. “We might colour-correct some pictures or balance them out,” said Mr Shastri. “We will also provide a selection of our favourite pictures to the couple, which we feel tells the story of the day. “If they want any photos done in a more creative edit, we can also do that for them.” The process takes two weeks to a month, but can take between three and six weeks in the summer months. For local weddings they usually produce between 400-700 photos of the day, however “it’s all situational”, according to Mr Shastri. “Documenting an event, it’s tough to put a number
on it as different things happen.” For any destination wedding, the photos will be a priority and the couple will receive the disc of all their photos the next day. For all Moongate Productions bookings, each couple will receive two CDs of their photos — one of hi-res photos they can print from, and the other, low-res photos that are optimized and suitable for posting online. There is also a professional prints and wedding book service. Despite this age of digital technology, in which most people have a digital/SLR camera or smartphone, Mr Shastri and Mr MacMillan say most couples still see See MOONGATE, page 12
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MOONGATE Continued from page 11 the importance of hiring a professional photographer. “It’s reassurance,” said Mr MacMillan. “Getting a professional in gives you peace of mind; you know everything is covered and that you will get good results. “The couple will have spent so much money on the wedding that they will want good results. After the day has ended the wedding photos are one of the things left they will have to savour, when everything else has gone.” However he said that couples have to be warned about amateur photographers during the ceremony. “Everyone is a photographer these days and we try to warn couples about this, to watch out for their family paparazzi. “One of my pet peeves is someone taking pictures with an iPad, poking their head out of the aisle just as the bride is walking down it. Also, people taking pictures on their cellphones. “As the bride is walking down the aisle, all she sees are the phones and flashes, she doesn’t see anyone’s faces.” Mr Shastri said: “Our contract includes tips and tricks to making your day go along smoothly. This includes advice for each couple to ask their guests not to do this. “IPads are particularly a weird one, because it’s someone holding up a large pad which blocks their whole face. “With tablets and smartphones these days, your wedding pictures could
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Can’t Bear to look: Youngsters try to hide their embarrassment as the O’Brien’s, from overseas, kiss at Elbow Beach on October 12, 2012. be up on Facebook before you’ve even got the ring on your finger. So sometimes it’s best to say something to your guests beforehand.” The wedding photographers usually have an allocated spot during the service and will sometimes borrow a chair on which to
“get some height”. Mr MacMillan said: “Most of the locations, we have shot in before and so we know where the best places are to get the best shots, but each wedding is different.” They also have an allocated ‘bad weather spot’ for
each location.“If it starts raining, it helps if the couple know where to go,” said Mr Shastri. The life of a wedding photographer is never dull as they capture a range of human emotions, and the Moongate Productions photographers love
their job. Mr MacMillan said: “Young Bermudian weddings are always fun and I like destination weddings, especially when there’s just the couple and no one else — that feels quite special. Sometimes we even have to sign the witness book.” n
For more information call Moongate Productions on 300-5005 or e-mail info@ moongateproductions.com. Website www.moongateproductions.com. Also see the Facebook page Moongate Productions Bermuda.
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Designer creates the dress that was made for you ‘Loving the magic of weddings’ drove Kandra Dears to open bridal boutique By Amanda Dale adale@bermudasun.bm
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n the biggest day of your life you want your wedding dress to reflect who you are, your beauty and hopes and dreams. There is a good choice of bridal gowns in the island’s stores but what happens if you want to create your own dress; is this possible in Bermuda? Fortunately, at theBeautik Kandra Dears can make your dreams come true. Since making her own wedding dress 12 years ago, she has created many bespoke gowns for Bermuda’s brides. “For as long as I can recall, I have always loved the magic of weddings,” said Mrs Dears. “I constructed my first wedding dress, for myself, by taking the top and bottom of two separate dresses. “I bought the dresses from a boutique in Reid Street and customized them into my dream dress (see photo below). “I took a V-neck strapless beaded, open back top, and joined it to a straight A-line dress for the bottom. I also made a letter ‘K’ from beads and brocade for the back of the train. “After that first design experience I knew that creating dresses was what I wanted to do. It all went from there really. “I had been working as a wedding planner with a friend of mine but she moved to the UK and so I then decided to do something on my own. “My family’s reaction was to ‘go for it’ and my husband Stephen was one hundred per cent behind me. “Now I have been able to develop my dream business theBeautik, and I can honestly say that I am blessed. “During my first year the business was not advertised, but travelled through word of mouth by customers, family and friends. “I was then invited to
participate in my first bridal fair by Anthony (Easton) of Anthony’s Annual Bridal Fair and Fashion Show, in 2010. He showed me a lot of support and encouragement.” Mrs Dears said family and friends modelled four dresses at the event, from her supplier in Florida, US. Brides-to-be at the show were also impressed by her designer dresses. “Business grew from the bridal fair as potential customers began calling and asking for custommade dresses for their weddings,” she said. “Clients will bring in pictures of the styles they have in mind, the colour and fabrics, and we go from there. “I take the customers’ measurements and details. Most clients are Bermudian brides-to-be. “I work in satin, taffeta, elastic silk and chiffon. These fabrics come in all colours. “Once you make the down payment (of half the cost), it takes four weeks.” Mrs Dears’ bespoke custom dresses are made by her tailor and cost $600 and up. TheBeautik is now in its third year of operation and also has an ‘off the rack’ line. Mrs Dears said she started this in response to customer inquiries about ‘ready-made’ dresses. “After some consideration I further developed theBeautik to supply ‘off the rack’ wedding, prom and flower girls’ dresses,” she said. “I work alongside an American supplier in Florida to ensure customers have a good range of designs to choose from. It is proving very popular.” The dresses are available in a wide range of colours, fabrics, shapes and sizes, including plus sizes. Traditional and modern gowns are all available at reasonable prices. The current trend is for “pastels, particularly lilac”, according to Mrs Dears. If theBeautik does not
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ELEGANCE AND STYLE: The bride is wearing a billowing veil/train dress by Kandra Dears. have your particular size or preferred colour in on a given day, it can be ordered direct from her Florida supplier in six days. Special orders for specific dresses not available in her ‘off the rack’ range take six months. Mrs Dears is assisted at theBeautik by Theresa Roban and Calshae Dill. n
TheBeautik is based at 5 Forest Hills, Warwick, and is open by appointment, on Mondays, Tuesdays and Thursdays, from 6:30-8pm. You can also view what the boutique has to offer on Saturdays, from 11am-3pm. To make an appointment, call 238-3026. To find out more about Mrs Dears’ dresses made to order, see www.thebeautik.com
‘She was a lifesaver for me and I know I could never repay her for that’ Letter from Vernita Ja Young, who married Cavoleri Thomas in a bridal gown created by Kandra Dears. “Kandra would come to my job at Hayward’s Gro (Supermarket) most mornings to get her cereal and a newspaper. “One particular morning she overheard me talking to a co-worker about my wedding. She told me that she could bring in my wedding gown. “I thought she was joking with me, so I laughed at her, but she told me that it wasn’t a joke and gave me her card. “She said she already had a dress in mind for me, and when I eventually went to see it I fell in love with it. It fit me perfectly and was just what I had imagined myself in. “I knew that dress was
meant for me. I paid for it and she held it for me after I lost my job and had to postpone my wedding day until six months later. “She held my girls’ (bridesmaids’) dresses as well without taking a penny. She was a lifesaver for me and I know I could never repay her for that. “She was there to dress me and made sure everything went how it was supposed to go. “My wedding was beautiful and I will never forget what Kandra did for me. She is a very caring person and will go the extra mile to make sure her brides are happy and glowing on their perfect day.” n
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dressed herself: Kandra Dears on her wedding day 12 years ago in the dress she designed for herself.
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A prom dress by Kandra Dears worn by Calshae Dill on graduating from the Berkeley Institute in 2010.
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Bruce Willis and Demi Moore, left, were married in 1987 in Las Vegas and separated in 1998. Michael Caine and Shakira Caine married in 1973 and are still together.
Rolling the dice: A look at some of the most famous — and infamous — weddings in Las Vegas history Ric Anderson , Rebecca Clifford-Cruz Las Vegas Sun (MCT)
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fter their May 1967 wedding at the Aladdin Hotel in Las Vegas, Elvis and Priscilla Presley spent only six years as a married couple before divorcing in 1973. Compared with a lot of celebrities who married in Las Vegas, that’s practi-
cally a lifetime. Remember basketball star Dennis Rodman and actress Carmen Electra? They were married at the Little Chapel of the Flowers in November 1998. Rodman filed for an annulment nine days later, although the marriage wasn’t officially over; Electra filed for divorce five months after that. The marriage between
actor Dennis Hopper and singer Michelle Phillips lasted eight days after their October 1970 wedding. Granted, not all celebrity marriages that started in Las Vegas had such short legs. Notably, Paul Newman and Joanne Woodward were wed in 1958 at the El Rancho, and they were still married when Newman died 50 years later. But
Newman and Woodward are definitely the celebrity exception to the rule. Here’s a look back at some of the most notable weddings in Vegas history: 2004 — Britney Spears and Jason Allen Alexander Childhood friends Britney Spears and Jason Allen Alexander tied the knot at the Little White Wedding Chapel early on January 3, 2004.
The pop princess, who was staying at the Palms, leaned on gaming mogul and family friend George Maloof for legal advice. The couple’s marriage was annulled 55 hours later. 2000 — Angelina Jolie and Billy Bob Thornton Actress Angelina Jolie tied the knot to screenwriter/actor Billy Bob Thornton on May 5, 2000, at the Little Church of the West following a whirlwind romance. The couple was known for eccentric behaviour, such as wearing vials of each other’s blood around their necks. Jolie filed for divorce on July 17, 2002, citing irreconcilable differences. 1989 — Michael Jordan and Juanita Vanoy Michael Jordan and Juanita Vanoy got married on September 2, 1989, at the Little White Wedding Chapel. She filed for divorce from the basketball star in January 2002 only to withdraw the petition a few months later. On December 29, 2006, the couple filed a joint divorce petition, citing irreconcilable differences. 1987 — Bruce Willis and Demi Moore Actors Bruce Willis and Demi Moore were married in November 1987 in a private ceremony in Las Vegas. The couple separated in 1998 and then permanently called it quits in October 2002 when they filed for divorce at the Blaine County Court in
Idaho, where they owned property and had raised their family. 1976 — Don Johnson and Melanie Griffith Actor Don Johnson and actress Melanie Griffith had a quickie Las Vegas wedding in 1976. At the time, Griffith had just turned 18 and the marriage lasted only six months. The two remarried in June 1989 only to divorce again in May 1995. 1991 — Richard Gere and Cindy Crawford Richard Gere married supermodel Cindy Crawford on December 12, 1991, in an intimate ceremony at the Little Church of the West Wedding Chapel. The first marriage for both ended 11 days before their third anniversary. 2004 — Nicky Hilton and Todd Meister Socialite and hotel heiress Nicky Hilton and New York financial manager Todd Meister married on August 15, 2004. Less than three months later, a Las Vegas judge granted the couple an annulment. 1973 — Michael Caine and Shakira Baksh Actor Michael Caine and his model wife Shakira Baksh married in Las Vegas on January 8, 1973. Caine had seen Baksh on a British coffee commercial, became smitten and managed to meet her. The pair has remained married. n
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Brides: What to consider when changing your name Banks, Government departments and employers need to know your new identity Amanda Dale adale@bermudasun.bm
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ying the knot marks the start of an exciting new life together, and for some, a new identity. Whether you are taking your husband’s name or opting for a hyphenated version, marriage brings a name change. So what can you do to bring all your affairs and paperwork up to date? Here is some advice on how a bride should go about this.
Name options
Traditionally the wife takes the husband’s name, but a more modern approach is to retain your maiden name and add your husband’s name with a hyphen. Alternatively you can retain your maiden name as your middle name. Another option is for women to keep their maiden name at work, but to take their husband’s surname on a social and legal basis. Whatever option you decide, this will involve extensive paperwork.
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Inform your employer so he/she can change your e-mail address and business cards. Tell your family and friends — just in case anyone is buying a monogrammed gift. Make honeymoon reservations in your maiden name, as your passport and driver’s licence will still be in your old name.
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The first step to changing your name is obtaining your marriage certificate. Once you have this, the next step is a new driver’s licence from TCD (Transport Control Department). You will then need to change your name with Government for social insurance/security purposes and with the Parliamentary Registrar for voter registration. At work, your human resources department will also need to see documentation to change your name on the payroll and for tax/ pension deductions. You will also need to present paperwork at your bank, mortgage provider, credit card company, insurance and utility companies. At financial institutions, you should request credit/ debit cards and cheques in your new name. Professional organizations, clubs, societies and unions also need to be informed. Some organizations may only require a phone call while others will need to see a copy of your marriage certificate and/or social insurance card.
Checklist
The easiest way for a bride to tackle this change is to draw up a name change checklist. This should include: Government agencies;
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WHAT’S IN A NAME? If you change your name on marriage be sure to bring your paperwork up-to-date. passport issuing agency; transportation authority (car registration/ driving licence); work and employment (employer and professional organizations); banks and financial institutions; home (insurers and utility companies); medical matters (doctor, dentist, and so on); family and friends; post office; social media and Internet (such as social and professional networking sites); and other legal documents (such as property deeds,
trusts and your will). Marlene Christopher, Bermuda’s Registrar General, said: “At civil marriages that take place here in the Registry General, we ask the brides if they are going to assume their husband’s surname or retain their maiden names.
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“We then have them sign the marriage register with the name that they will either retain or assume upon their marriage.
“I do not think that this is the general practice for marriages taking place outside of the Registry (such as church weddings) and which are performed by Marriage Officers.
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“However, a married woman is entitled to assume the surname of her husband legally and the production of a marriage certificate should be sufficient evidence of the name change.
“She will then have to go to the various departments of interest, such as the Department of Social Insurance, TCD, Parliamentary Registrar and the Immigration Department, to change the name on her Bermuda passport. “The marriage certificate is proof of the marriage, the couple don’t need to go through a deed poll. “But if the woman is assuming a hyphenated name, she will have to go to a lawyer to prepare a deed
poll, for the legal change of name. “The lawyer would prepare the document and advertise the change of name in the Official Gazette (Bermuda Sun). “The woman would then need to bring the document here to the Registry General for the name change to be recorded.” n
For more information contact the Registry General at www.gov.bm or call 297-7739.
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