Wedding Planner May 2017 by Billings Gazette

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Advertiser Index Billings Depot

9, 11

Bin 119

Chancey’s Event Center

5, 11

Gainan’s Flowers

11, 12

Northern Hotel

7, 11

Red Lion Hotel & Convention Center

10, 11

Red Lodge Mountain Resort

8, 11

Step’n Out

3, 11

Wetzel’s Quality Cleaners

10, 11

Inside There’s an App for That

Dress Trends

Embellished Invitations

Taking it Outdoors

Tips & Tricks

Seasonal Touches

Choosing a Hotel for Your Wedding Guests

Prevent Wedding Day Foot Pain

Insider tips for a stress-free, debt-free wedding

Ask the Photographer

Vendor Listings

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Behind the Scenes General Manager Dave Worstell

Advertising Director Ryan Brosseau

Special Sections Coordinator Spencyr Knatterud

Sunday, May 21, 2017

There’s an App for That Green Shoot Media

feel the color must be incorporated in your wedding, Pantone Studio allows you to upload a photo of it Planning and celebrating your wedding has never (whatever “it” is), and show you other hues that perbeen easier thanks to the technology of smartphones fectly complement your color. No more wondering if and other handheld devices. There are mobile and colors match, or what “goes” with what. digital applications for every aspect of the wedding process, from planning to communicating with For Planning your guests to reveling in the fun after the big day Wedding Happy allows you to keep track of your has come to an end. to-do list and add tasks, while syncing with your Here are just a few worth taking a closer look at: phone’s calendar and address book to help you keep track of appointments with potential vendors For Dresses or dress fittings. Wedding Happy also keeps all your The Knot Wedding LookBook lets you research vendors and costs in one place, keeps track of paythrough major designers and current trends to help ments and will adjust your remaining budget and you narrow down your wish list before ever step- cost per guest when you enter an expenditure or ping foot into a salon. The app lets you refine your payment. It’s never been easier to stay on budget. search by style, shape and price point, as well as shop for others in your bridal party, including the mother For Photosharing of the bride and attendants — both adult and pintWedpics is a modern take on passing out dispossized. Perk? The app also will make suggestions to able cameras to your guests. This app allows all your you based on your saved favorites. guests to share their photos of your special day with you. You just need to create a wedding ID and share For Decor it with your guests. This is great information to inPantone Studio app is perhaps one of the most clude on your wedding website and at your reception useful applications but is easy to overlook. This app to remind guests to use it. You can even download is extremely helpful in helping you curate the perfect high-resolution copies of your guests’ photos and color palette. When you find something you love and order prints directly from the app.

Dress

Trends Green Shoot Media

Choosing a wedding gown can be one of the hardest decisions a woman makes. It is built up through history, through the media and through the sheer fact that it is most likely one of the most expensive garment purchases she will make in her lifetime. Picking a gown for a summer wedding can add to the stress, as a bride must consider how the heat might come into play. Here are a few dress options that pair perfectly with a summer wedding.

Ethereal Ethereal wedding gowns have soft and feminine silhouettes. Romance is the name of the game with ethereal dresses. They’re ideal for the bride who covets billowing tulle or admires a beaded sleeve. Ethereal dresses also pair well with nature and are a fantastic option for the beach bride, or brides choosing to marry outdoors.

Minimalist Forgo the complicated bustles, layers of tulle and overly embellished details in favor of a simple stunner. Remember, you want to wear the dress, the dress shouldn’t wear you. Dresses that stick to simple lines and luxe fabrics allow you to shine. Make sure it fits like a dream and you will feel like you’re in a fairytale all evening.

Off The Shoulder

Open backs and plunging necklines are everywhere in bridal fashion these days, and while both are alluring options for flashing some skin, don’t overlook their more demure and classic, “off-the-shoulder” sister. Off-the-shoulder dresses scream romance but give more detail than strapless gowns. The best part? So many designers are incorporating the trend that you are guaranteed to find one in your style — whether covered in lace or a more structured satin fashion.

Blushing This is the time of year when the days are longer and the sun kisses the sky at dusk, throwing a pink haze over everything. Why not have your dress match the long summer nights in a blushing shade of pink? Blushcolored dresses range in hues of a whispery light pink to a deeper rose. Ombre dresses — or dresses that layer color to start lighter and deepen with the length of the dress — embrace the summer season with gusto and really allow a bride to flaunt some personality.

Short Audrey Hepburn and Mia Farrow both went short on their big day, and you can’t get more iconic than that. Embrace the summer heat, show some leg (tastefully, of course), and evoke a chic, old Hollywood style. Whether you choose a mini or a dress that shows your ankles but no more, you are guaranteed to have all eyes on you.

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INVITATIONS Green Shoot Media

Invitations are more than just pieces of paper. Adding details to your paper products is a great way to add personality and originality to your wedding in a budget-friendly way. Think outside the box by adding or changing traditional elements for something more unexpected. Invitations give guests a preview of the style of your wedding, as the invitation is the first piece of it they will see. Make your invitation one to keep by considering the following embellishments.

Add a Belly Band A belly band (a thick piece of paper that wraps around your invitation) is both beautiful and functional. You can use bands printed in a complementary print or for a pop of color, all the while keeping your invitation and coordinating inserts organized.

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Line the Envelopes

transfer your invitations to another surface, such Belly bands aren’t the as wooden slats or vintage only place to incorporate handkerchiefs. some pattern or color to your invites. Consider lining the envelopes. This can Play with the Edging be done inexpensively by While traditionally ininvesting a little time, a lot vitations have had sharp, of patience and scrapbook- square edging, this does ing paper from your local not have to be the case. craft store. Think outside the box and give your invitations Mix Paper Colors rounded corners or scalContemplate using dif- loped edges. ferent, complementing colors of paper for each Create a Suite piece of your invitations. There is so much more to Instead of white for evinvitations now than enveerything, maybe choose cream-colored invitations lopes, RSVP cards and the but a brightly colored en- invitation itself. Create a velope. Or use a solid color separate card for each piece for your invitation and a of information: a card for muted print for your RSVP the reception, one for dicards. rections and even a separate card for your wedding Consider Texture website. Expanding your Try out different paper invitations into a suite can samples, as not all are cre- make your wedding feel ated equal. Linen paper like the event of the season. provides a thicker feel and Pocket fold envelopes can sense of luxury. Or forgo keep your invitation suite paper completely and neat and organized.

Taking it Outdoors Green Shoot Media

While holding weddings in a church remains the most popular venue for marriage celebrations, more and more brides are seeking alternative settings. Summer can be a great season to embrace the great outdoors and work with the beauty of nature for your wedding. Consider the pros and cons of the following options:

A Backyard

with the sound of waves crashing softly against the shore behind you. Cons: Of course, the gentle breeze could be a strong wind, depending on the day. And this might not be the venue for you if you are worried about your dress getting untidy and perhaps a bit wet.

Inns and B&Bs Pros: Probably the best aspect of hosting an outdoor wedding at an inn or bed and breakfast over the backyard of a loved one is that there is an option to stay. Don’t want your guests to worry about transportation? They can book a room and stay the night. The celebration can continue for as long as you wish. Cons: You may have to rent out the entire place in order to host the ceremony or reception at a bed and breakfast. While incredibly beautiful, bed and breakfasts are usually on the smaller side, so if you have to move the party inside for any reason, it can start to feel cramped very quickly.

Pros: If you know someone with a large backyard or have one yourself, this location can be a great option for keeping costs low. There will be almost no rules for how you can decorate and who you can work with. (Be respectful of your host, of course.) Stringing lights across the yard? Go for it. In love with a certain caterer? Book them without worrying if they are on a preferred vendors list. Cons: Be aware that outdoor venues don’t hold the same acoustics as many indoor venues; this can make it hard for guests to hear the ceremony. Consider small microphones that can be Vineyards & Wineries worn discreetly, or be prepared to Pros: These venues also norfeel like you’re shouting in order mally offer stunning indoor opfor the back row to hear the nuptions in case of inclement weather, tials. making your investment feel more secure. The Beach Cons: Wineries and vineyards Pros: The beach can be a magi- can be very expensive. These local place to get married. Imagine cations have gone vogue for wedwalking barefoot toward your ding venues in the last decade, so significant other, a gentle breeze expect to pay top dollar for the blowing through your hair, all privilege.

Tips Tricks Courtesy of Chancey’s Event Center

Personalize Your Checklist Set aside time on a weekly basis to plan. Choose a day or two during the week to focus on wedding planning. Divide and Conquer still communicating. Make a list and divide the list in half and each of you work on the list. Prioritize, Prioritize, and Prioritize. Choose the things most important to you and be flexible on some of the other details. Be flexible and fair. You both have to be willing to bend. Take one thing at a time. Don’t get overwhelmed in planning. Enjoy the journey. Once you select a date and determine your budget the rest will fall into place. Finish your to-do-list. The sooner you finalize smaller tasks, the better. Make your wedding appointments fun with venue tours and food and cake tastings. It doesn’t have to be all business. Take time to enjoy each other’s company. Take time for each other make sure there are moments throughout your planning to enjoy each other. Remember it is your day and it can be just like you want it to be. Decide early on if you would like children at your wedding or if you prefer not to have children and plan accordingly. This allows people to make arrangements for child care if needed. Book early. Vendors book quickly and your date may

be taken. Delayed planning crastinate and stay in your is stressful. Most vendor’s budget. offer installment payments. Budget for your wedding It’s Your Day to take the sting out overBe present in each mospending. ment and enjoy all the love and joy of your wedding day. Contracts and Do a first look it allows Negotiation you to enjoy a moment seeBe sure to clarify all your ing each other for the first details and expectations time. during your initial discusDon’t get caught up in sions with vendors. Show perfection. Your wedding vendors what you want. day is an expression of you. Make sure each contract It’s just the beginning. spells out all the details. Share a part of you, someTrust that the vendors thing personal and unique you’ve contracted with with your guest. Tell your know your vision and that story. they will do a good job. Be a team throughout the Take your Time entire process. Make choices Giving yourself more time together go with your heart will keep your stress levels the two of you are at the down and you will be able to center of everything. save time for the things that Always keep in mind you really want. what’s more important remembering this is a celDécor ebration of the union of two Let your creativity flow. people. Select a style to match your Celebrate your love and personality, Simple, mod- let other share your joy. A ern, vintage, DIY, rustic, wedding is an opportunity whichever style you choose, to share your joy with othno one knows your vision ers and thank the important better than you. people in your life for their While considering a love and support. venue, ask what décor is Kiss your husband as provided in the rental price. many times as you can, How much additional decoCherish every moment berating is needed to enhance cause it goes by so fast. It’s your look? Large décor pieces can all about the two of you. Take time to eat on your transform your ceremony wedding day. Don’t wear and reception. Are ceremony yourself out. backdrops and reception déKeep the big picture in cor included in pricing? Show vendors what you mind. Remember what the want. Colors vary so it is day is really all about and a good idea to take along a stay close and united. Don’t get too caught up color swatch so that everyin the details. Remember one is on the same page. Plan ahead, don’t pro- what’s important.

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Seasonal

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Consider hanging a large piece of luxe fabric behind sion by placing lanterns of various heights on tables or the officiant, or standing between two large planters lining doorways. If you are after a real “wow” factor, plan hether you’re planning outdoor nuptials or filled with flowers or greenery. Other places on which a send-off with sparklers. a reception in the comfort of air condition- you might want to concentrate could be the dance floor ing, there are a lot of things to consider while or head table, if you choose to have one. Have Fun Communicating preparing decor. Guests are there happiest when they are informed. While details feel important, don’t get lost in them. Let There Be Light Everyone likes to know what to expect, where to go Pick just a few areas and concentrate your efforts there. If Paying special attention to lighting at your event and what they need to do. Have fun communicatyou invest your labors in concentrated areas, your guests can be a great way to punch up the style of your sum- ing to your guests. Sandwich boards (the two-sided are sure to notice your hard work. mer wedding. Cafe lights are great for illuminating an chalkboards commonly seen in cafes) are a great way outdoor ceremony or reception, and any type of strung to point guests in the direction of seating, the dance Create a Focal Point lighting complements white paper lanterns hung at floor or the ceremony space if you are hosting the cerIf you are having an outdoor ceremony, the area you varying levels. emony and reception in the same location. will definitely want to focus on is creating an altar. This Easels are fantastic for displaying menus or placMason jars can be found on the cheap at many flea can be done by choosing a location that already provides markets and yard sales and are the perfect vessel for ards, and chalk board hangtags add a special touch to a landmark, such as a live oak. containing small votive candles. You can create dimen- drink stations and buffet tables.

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Choosing a Hotel for Your Wedding Guests Courtesy of The Northern Hotel

Congratulations!! You are now embarking on one of the most exciting times of your lives. There are many things to consider when you are looking to choose a location for your out-of-town loved ones to stay at while they celebrate your special day.

Location Location is arguably the most important consideration when choosing a wedding hotel. If you are hosting your wedding at a hotel, reach out to that same hotel to see about group room rates for your guests to stay at. What is better than taking the “elevator home?” If you are not getting married at a hotel, look to hotels that are close to your reception venue. A lot of these properties will provide trans-

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The Northern Boutique, located inside The Northern Hotel, carries a large selection of locally made apparel and home decor. portation for your guests. This Attractions gives your guests flexibility to Attractions are another imstay and celebrate as long (or as portant factor to consider when choosing a hotel for your wedding little!) as they would like!

guests. Brides and grooms-tobe will be busy throughout the weekend, but wedding guests who arrive in town on Friday for a Saturday ceremony will have lots of free time on their hands. Unless your wedding weekend is intended to be a weekend retreat for you and your guests, try to find a hotel in a lively neighborhood with plenty of nearby attractions so guests have something to do in the days and hours before the wedding. Many hotels will provide concierge services complimentary to their guests. You can work with the hotel concierge to get maps of the local area, recommendations for shopping, dining, spas, etc.

Full Service

Make sure the hotel you are looking for your guests to stay at matches the needs of your guests. Look for a full service hotel with additional amenities

so that your guests will have everything they need. Restaurants on property, room service, a gift shop, transportation, etc.

Transportation Transportation will be important for your out-of-town wedding guests. Some will choose to rent a car, but some may want to stay at a location that will provide transportation to the airport, wedding venue, and the local area. Ask the wedding Sales Manager when booking your room block about the transportation services that are offered to their guests. They will be able to assist with internal options, or will be able to provide information for local transportation companies. Making your wedding guests comfortable during the time they spend to celebrate with you will make your wedding unforgettable.

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Prevent Wedding Day Foot Pain Metro Services

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While some couples may get cold feet on their wedding days, there’s no reason for anyone, including brides who don high heels in the name of fashion, to endure foot pain. Foot pain is a common complaint for those unaccustomed to wearing stilettos or formal footwear. Wedding attire is not worn every day, so it’s no surprise that wedding footwear may contribute to some aches and pains. Podiatrists warn that heels between one and two inches in height are the best to maintain foot health. But that heal size does not work for all brides. Brides-to-be, bridesmaids and others can employ these tips to keep their feet pain-free throughout the ceremony and reception.  Give your feet a break. Swap out a higher heel with a lower one every couple of hours. Do not wait until you start feeling pain to switch to a lower heel or more comfortable shoe.  Choose shoes that fit and leave a little room. Standing and dancing can cause feet to swell, sometimes as much as one half-size larger. Make sure the shoes you plan to wear to the wedding afford potentially swollen feet a little breathing room.  Slip in a pair of insoles. Stores carry a variety of insoles that can add cushioning, distribute weight and prevent rubbing or chafing of the feet.

 Break in the shoes. It’s not a good idea to wear a brand new pair of shoes when you know you’ll be on your feet most of the day. Instead, purchase wedding shoes several weeks in advance of the event. Wear them around the house with a pair of socks to stretch out straps and enable them to mold to your foot shape. Wearing them in advance also helps identify spots that rub or are likely to cause blisters.  Consider wearing stockings. It’s now less of a fashion faux pas to attend formal events with bare legs thank it once was, but it may be in your best interest to wear a pair of stockings to a wedding. The thin material will help alleviate rubbing and hot spots from skin-on-shoe direct contact.  Stretch and soak feet prior and afterward. Wearing heels can put strain on your calves, creating extra pain. Stretch your feet and legs whenever possible. And after a long night, make sure a pedicure is one of the first spa experiences you enjoy on your honeymoon.

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Insider tips for a stress-free, debt-free wedding! Courtesy of Jennifer Mercer Billings Depot

Step one: Create your overall budget

Before you choose a single vendor, sit down and figure out what your overall budget is for the wedding. How much total can you afford to spend, without creating stress from overspending? Many couples end up spending far more than planned simply because they started hiring vendors without having a game plan in mind, and those costs can add up quickly, leading to overspending and unnecessary panic! The simplest way to do this is to build a budget first. Once you have the total dollar amount figured out, discuss which items are your top priorities, and which are less important to you. (Pro’s Secret: hiring a wedding planner with experience for a few hours of their time can save you a fortune in the long run! They know all the tips and tricks!) You

also can schedule a free Wedding Budget Planning Consultation with the non-profit historic Billings Depot, and they will walk you through not only how to build a budget within your resources, but also help get you connected with great vendors that fit both your individual style and your budget. Helping couples pull off a stress-free, debt-free wedding is part of the mission of this community owned historic venue, so the consultation is always free.

Stay flexible on a date!

One of the most commonlymade mistakes that causes unnecessary stress for couples is prematurely picking a date, before learning the crucial information. Did you know that some months and days of the week are far less expensive than others? Or that some days will allow you a free day to get everything set up early, so that your wedding day can be relax-

ing and more enjoyable? You need to check out the venues you are interested in and see how they fit in your budget and overall “feel” of what you are looking for on your wedding day, and then find out what dates would be available. Pre-selecting your date in advance eliminates many venue options that might be the best choice for your budget and your overall style, and causes undue stress when you can’t find what you want. Staying flexible allows you to get all the information you need to make the right decision for you without being under pressure to “hurry up and decide”!

Choose the right photographer

Photographers are one of the most important decisions you will make for the entire wedding. A truly great photographer captures the feelings and memories in a way that will be priceless to you later, and the photos are often the only tangible things you

will get to keep from your wedding day! To find the best photographer, feel free to narrow things down using websites, but always schedule consultations with your final 3-4 favorites and ask to see an entire wedding (or two) from beginning to end. That way you get a sense of both their personality and their overall photography style, and not just the best “cherry- picked” shots used on websites!

Keep the main thing, the main thing!

You are marrying the person that you love most in the world. In the end, the seating chart, style of invitations, the color of the linens, and which menu items you picked won’t really matter. Take a deep breath and remember what this is really about... you are marrying your best friend! Allowing yourself to get stressed about the details just takes away your enjoyment. Have fun, and congratulations on your journey ahead!

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Sunday, May 21, 2017

Ask the

What is your deposit and refund policy?

Photographer

Why to ask: Know the particulars. When is the money due and what happens if catastrophe strikes and you have to postpone or cancel?

Do you prefer to work off a shot list or capture events and festivities as they unfold?

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Choosing a wedding photographer can be a tricky business. Start by finding a photographer to whom both you and your fiance are drawn through their personal style. But that overloads himself. what else do you need to know? There are several questions you need answered before What is your favorite part you hand over a check. of a wedding?

How many weddings have you shot, and how many do you shoot pe year? Why to ask: This will tell you several things. You want to know that this is his profession, and he has shot enough weddings to be sufficiently experienced to deal with the pressures that come on the big day. You also want to know you will be prioritized on your day. You don’t want a photographer

raphers if you don’t know what is included for the price. Prints? Digital copies? Do they put together an album or include an engagement shoot for free? How many Why to ask: This can tell you a lot about hours of coverage do you get? how your photographer approaches weddings and what she might inherently pay more attention to. It is important that you Will touch-ups happen before find someone who shares your priorities or after I see the proofs? and helps you see the beauty in moments Why to ask: Touch-ups are how photos you might overlook. become magazine-worthy. Some photographers will perform this technique on What type of packages all your photos, while others only want do you offer? to spend time doing this on photos you Why to ask: You cannot compare photog- choose.

Why to ask: It is good to find a photographer who works on a mixture of these two approaches. While a shot list provides a guide (and guarantees that you get at least one photo with grandma) you are hiring a photographer for his expertise. Allow him to capture the events while you focus on living them.

How long after the wedding before we see the photos? Why to ask: You will be wanting to see photos of your wedding the very next day. While this is impossible, knowing when you will get to clasp eyes on them will help you manage the waiting.

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STEP N’ OUT 1816 Grand Ave., Billings, MT 59102 (406) 652-1380 - www.stepn-out.com For over 30 years, we’ve had the pleasure of helping brides and grooms from across the region. Our experienced consultants strive to make the selection process smooth and simple. Whether your style is traditionally classic or follows the latest trends, you are sure to find it here. Our expansive collections of bridal and bridesmaid dresses, tuxedos and suits rival any metropolitan area. Convenient West End location.

WETZEL’S QUALITY CLEANERS 117 N. 30th St., Billings, MT 59101 (406) 545-0794 - wetzelscleaners.com Welcome to Wetzel’s Quality Cleaners, serving the dry cleaning needs of Billings and eastern Montana for over 100 years. You can trust us with your precious items. We are certified Master Dry Cleaners and specialize in many areas, including wedding gown preservation. Mail order services are also available.

American Bistro & Wine Bar Our downtown restaurant provides the highest quality seasonal dishes with a first-class wine & beer selection. The dining ambiance is pleasantly casual and intimate, with seating available in a charming interior setting or romantic garden patio.

119 N. Broadway • 294.9119 • www.Bin119.net

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WEDDING MAKE THE

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What’s your wedding dream? From mountains to masquerade, western to whimsical, Gainan’s offers over 65 years of experience to help make your wedding vision a reality.

FLOWERS | RENTAL | DECOR GIFT REGISTRY | DELIVERY MONTANA’S premier WEDDING FLORIST and GIFT REGISTRY

Call today for your personal consultation: 406-238-3161

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We specialize in destination weddings including: Billings, Red Lodge, Moonlight Basin, Big Sky, Flathead Lake & Northern Wyoming

SPECIAL OFFERS

$50 toward the bride’s bouquet, if your total order is $500 or more. 10% of gift registry sales returned to the bride and groom as a gift card.