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Congratulations on your engagement! I’m sure you are excited and overwhelmed. You probably feel like you have taken on another full time job. No worries! We have you cov-
ered on all aspects of what you need to do to plan a wedding and when you
need to do it. Over the years, Cincinnati Bride & Groom Planner has helped thou-
sands of brides and their families plan a memorable, once in a lifetime wedding.
Whether you are planning a large traditional wedding or a more intimate affair,
Cincinnati Bride & Groom Planner is the ultimate resource to make your wedding day fabulous and unforgettable.
We are fortunate to have some of the most talented wedding vendors in the tri-
state. Whether you are dreaming of a traditional or non-traditional wedding, we
have it all. I have been working with so many fantastic vendors and am
impressed with their skills, style and willingness to go above and beyond to make sure that you have the wedding of your dreams. As you are selecting your wedding vendors, please take the time to contact the incredible resources in this book. I’m positive you will find ones that fit your individual style and budget.
You can find additional information on our website such as; upcoming events,
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choose one lucky bride and give her the opportunity to customize her own “Swag Bag” full of goodies!
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Table of Contents Calendar & Appointments . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11-38 Planning & Scheduling. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39 Introduction. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40 The Wedding Party . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42 - 45 Countdown & Timeline . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46 Bride’s Checklist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46 - 51 Groom’s Checklist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52 - 55 Wedding Week Schedule . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56 Wedding Day Planner . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57 - 58 Budget & Worksheets. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60 Breakdown of Expenses. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61 - 62 Expense Worksheet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63 - 72 Traditions & Etiquette . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 74 Traditions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75 - 79 Etiquette . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 80 - 87 Marriage Licenses. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 88 Gift Registries & Bridal Shows Macy’s Wedding & Gift Registry. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 92 Sterling Cut Glass . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 93 Gift Registries Do’s & Don’ts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 94-95 List of Cincinnati-Dayton Bridal Shows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 96 Wendy’s Bridal Show . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 97 Cincinnati Wedding Showcase . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 98 Wedding Mafia . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 99 Bridal Rama. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100 Anderson Bridal Show . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101
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Bridal Attire, Gowns, Men’s Formal Wear, Intimate Apparel Wendy’s Bridal Galleria 105 Cincinnati Bride 106 Folchi’s Formal Wear 107 Skeffington’s Formal Wear 108 Peppe Ramundo & Son 109 Madison Avenue Bridal 110 New Bridal Beginning 111 Sheer Necessities Lingerie/Sew Much 112 Brogan Hesketh Formal Wear 113
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Culinary: Cakes, Confections & Catering Incredible Endings Jack’s Catering Village Pantry Catering Vonderhaar’s Catering, Inc. Busy Bistro Catering Funky’s Catering A Spoon Fulla Sugar Patricia’s Cakes MPG Events & Catering Fantasy in Frosting Celebrations Catering All Things Catered North College Hill Bakery Raffels Catering Diane’s Cake Candy & Cookie Supplies DessertWorks Cakery
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Decorations, Rentals & Lighting A Sign of Peace Entertainment Unlimited Academy Rentals A Day To Remeber USA Fitz The Occasion
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Flowers Swan Floral & Gift Shop Village Floral Design Ruttle & Neltner Yellow Canary Robinson Floral Designs Greene’s Flower Shoppe Polk’s Petals
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Perfect Petals Florist Jack Herb Florist Brian’s Flowers
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Wedding Services Eventurous Cork-n-Bottle Details By Dawn Wed Now Cincinnati MyCincinnatiChapple.com Party Hoppers Pure Romance by Christy
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Guest Lodging Health & Beauty Aularale Skin Care & Cosmetics Mandarine Hair, Foot & Body Spa Figure Weight Loss Community Weight Loss Challenge Ashley Matho
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Honeymoon & Travel First Discount Travel Travel Authority, The Provident Travel Victoria Travel
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Invitations, Favors & Gifts Land of Oz Wedding Invitation Outlet, The Personalized By Request Poeme Lia Sophia Inkredible Creations
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Jewelry James Free Jewelers Stafford Jewelers Richter & Phillips Jewelers Eddie Lane’s Diamond Showroom Rogers Jewelers Hannoush Jewelers Schulz & Sons Jewelers Inc.
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Music, Dance & Entertainment Hey Mr. DJ Entertainment R.M.P.C. DJ & Karaoke McFadden Music C & C Music Services A Quality Sounds DJ Party Pleasers Steve Bender Production OneStop Entertainment Weddings Remembered Priceless DJs Party Tyme Entertainment Ballroom Dancing by Bud Walters Jack Garrett Productions
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Photography A Thousand Words Photography Tom Taylor Photography Masterworks Photography Creighton Photography Gentry Photography E. Larkin Photographer Essenza Studio Patrick Banfield Photography Aaron Asch Photographer CJ Photography White Photography Molly Grosse Photography Studio 66 Jeff Schaeffer Photography Pottinger Photography JMM Photography PhotoGraphic Memories Lifemark Studios Images by Daniel Michael Finished Vision Photography
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Receptions Mariners Inn 253 20th Century Theater & Catering 254 Farm, The 255 Farfield Banquet & Convention Center 256 R.S.V.P. Conference Center 257 Phoenix, The 258-259 Oasis Conference Center 260-261 Savannah Center at Chappell Crossing 262-263 Fairfield Community Arts Center 264 Destiny’s Catering at Beckett Ridge Country Club 265 Chateau Pomije 266 Oscar Event Center 267 Raffels Catering, Inc. 268 Aston Oaks Golf Club 269 Pebble Creek Golf & Event Center 270-271 Venue 222 272 Laurel Court 273 Destiny Yacht Charters 274 Anderson Center 275 Kings Island Resort & Conference Center 276 Barn N Bunk 277 FOP Events Center at Joyce Park 277 Golf Center at Kings Island, The 278 Rehearsal Dinners & Parties Sunset Room Atop the Waterfront, The Jeff Ruby’s The Precinct Carlo & Johnny Destiny Yacht Charters Pebble Creek Golf Club McCormick & Shmicks Seafood Jag’s Steak & Seafood Maggiano’s Lodge Bar
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Video & Cinema Professionals R Max Video Digital Video Productions Take One Studio Lifemark Studio
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Your Future Cathy Fields of Sibcy Cline Realtors
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Introduction
You’re Getting Married
Let the wedding celebration make a statement of your personal style. Fill it with your favorite people, food, music and flowers. It is a day for sharing love, happiness and tradition with those closest to you. A wedding is one of life's most joyous occasions. With careful planning and attention to detail you can craft the exact wedding you want. Use this wedding planner as your source book. It will walk you through the necessary steps of planning, ordering and contracting for a memorable event. The city's most respected wedding suppliers and merchants are listed in these pages. They can help expertly guide you in making critical decisions effortlessly; so you can enjoy the process. The Bride and Groom Planner encourages you to become a VIB (Very Important Bride) Club Member. As a VIB Club Member you will receive the “Red Carpet”
Planning
experience you deserve. Each month a prize of significant value will be given to one lucky winner. All you have to do is visit our website at www.BrideandGroomPlanner.com and look for the VIB button. This should be one of the most exciting times of your life. Anticipate your special day and let the momentum of this happy occasion carry on in your life together as a couple. Weddings are as unique as brides and grooms themselves. There are so many lovely customs to choose from and so many ways to plan a celebration that make it your own. The wedding ceremony is a rite of passage; revered by people today and in times past. Think of tradition as a framework…leave in what feels right and omit what doesn't.
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Introduction The type of wedding you choose will
reflect your taste and style. Will it be a formal, semiformal or informal event?
Will you have a religious or civil cere-
mony? What kind of location and time of day do you prefer? Which traditions do you want to keep in the wedding? What is your budget?
Planning your wedding together is an exercise in thinking as a couple. You
and your groom will make many decisions together; as well as negotiating and compromising with everyone
from wedding vendors to attendants, guests and parents. Remember, the
bride and groom set the standard for graciousness and courtesy on this monumental occasion.
Included in this section is a timeline, or countdown. Use it as a tool to keep
you on schedule and stay organized. It will help assure you that all the
important aspects of your wedding are covered in a timely fashion.
The quotations and traditions you find in the planner will remind you of the timelessness, beauty and romance that have always been associated with weddings. Creighton Photography 41
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Introduction
The Wedding Party
JMM Photography Selecting attendants for the wedding is one of the earliest planning decisions you will
make. The choices may be simple and quick or require great tact and consideration.
Traditionally the bride's sister or best friend is the maid of honor (matron of honor if
married) while the groom selects his brother or best friend as best man. Other atten-
dants may include one or more bridesmaids and groomsmen chosen from close
friends. A groom's sister may be invited to serve as a bridesmaid or the bride's brother may be a groomsman.
Brides were once believed to be especially vulnerable to jealous evil spirits. To fool the spirits, their best friends would dress up like the bride and the groom's friends would dress like him. Thus was born the wedding party! The number of attendants you have will generally depend on the size and formality of the wedding. In a more formal wedding you may choose to include a ring bearer (a child usually between the ages of three and six) and a flower girl (age four to eight). In Victorian times, three or four young girls served as bridesmaids, a custom still fol-
lowed in European weddings and in British royal weddings.
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Introduction The Maid of Honor
is a source of support and help to
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the bride. On the wedding day she
will help the bride dress and during the ceremony she holds the groom's
ring, the bride's bouquet, adjusts the
veil and train, and signs the marriage license as a witness.
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and showers. On the wedding day,
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Introduction
The Flower Girl
generally between the ages of four and eight, carries a decorated bas-
ket on her arm and walks down the aisle just before the bride, sprinkling fresh flower petals for the bride to walk on.
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Introduction The Best Man
offers the same degree of support to the groom, as a maid of honor provides to
the bride. He helps take care of any last minute details, and may host a bach-
elor party. At the ceremony he holds the bride's ring and signs the marriage
license as a witness. At the reception he traditionally offers the first toast to the couple.
the best man Ushers offer assistance to the groom, help the best man with the bachelor party and escort guests to their seats before the ceremony. At the reception they dance with the bridesmaids and mingle with other guests.
the ushers
The Ring Bearer, usually a young boy between three and six, precedes
the flower girl down the aisle carrying a satin pillow on which two rings have
been sewn. These rings are symbolic, as the best man and maid of honor have the real wedding rings.
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Countdown & Timeline Bride’s Checklist 6 to 12 months before:
Set a date and time for the wedding. Determine the size and degree of formality of your wedding.
Discuss expenses with all concerned and make a preliminary budget. Interview and hire a wedding consultant if you plan to use one. Make a guest list and begin compiling addresses. Reserve the site for the wedding. Retain the officiant to perform the ceremony. Select bridal attendants and inform them of all pertinent dates. Plan the reception. Book the location and begin to research and select wedding professionals such as the florist, caterer, cake baker and musicians. Research and select a photographer and videographer. Have engagement photos taken if desired and an announcement put in the newspaper. Shop for wedding gown and accessories and bridesmaids dresses. Consult with groom on men's wedding attire. Have invitations and personal stationery designed and printed. Begin planning honeymoon with fiancĂŠ. Begin house or apartment hunting. Call to schedule dance lessons. 46
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Countdown & Timeline 6 to 12 months before: Search for a salon/spa you are comfortable with. Decide on hair style and show your stylist your ideas, make sure that their time and yours are not conflicting the day of your wedding. Shop for wedding rings. Allow time to have them engraved, if desired.
3 to 6 months before:
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Register with a bridal registry in the town or towns of both families. Have mothers select their attire. Plan the ceremony rehearsal and consult with groom's parents about the type of rehearsal dinner you will have. Make reservations for rehearsal dinner. Finalize all contracts with wedding professionals (deposits paid, contracts signed). Hire wedding related transportation (vans, limousines) if needed. Finalize the guest list. Address invitations and prepare maps and enclosures to include with the invitations. Reserve blocks of rooms, if needed, for out-of-town guests. Book wedding night accommodations, if different from honeymoon accommodations.
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Countdown & Timeline 2 to 3 months before: Reconfirm date and time of rehearsal with officiant. Reconfirm dates and finalize details with wedding professionals. Finalize wedding attendants' duties. Plan a get-together in honor of your attendants. Select gifts for attendants. Your fiancĂŠ should also do so. Devise a system for recording gifts. Begin writing thank-you notes with groom for wedding presents. Book beauty-related professionals (hair stylist, facialist, manicurist) as needed. Choose your going away outfit and honeymoon trousseau. Make appointment with photographer for bridal portrait.
4 to 6 weeks before: Mail wedding invitations. Start a list to track guests' responses. Compose, design and print ceremony program if necessary. Arrange final fittings of your wedding gown and attendants' dresses. Prepare wedding announcements for newspapers and arrange to send with wedding photo after ceremony. Confirm honeymoon reservations and travel arrangements. Obtain marriage license with fiancĂŠ. Pick up wedding rings with fiancĂŠ.
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Countdown & Timeline 4 to 6 weeks before: Make changes to insurance policies, banking information, wills and other legal documents. Select wedding present for groom. Make sure you have all wedding accessories (toasting goblets, ring pillow, garter, candles, guest book, etc.). Finalize the order of events for the reception. Bring in veil or other hair accessories, ask your stylist and make up artist to do your hair and face exactly the way you want them to look on your wedding day. Review toast, welcome, or introduction assignments. If you are thinking of body waxing you need to let your hair grow a minimum of 3 weeks before the service and schedule an appointment.
2 to 3 weeks before: Reconfirm accommodations for out-of-town guests. Decide who will be seated within the ribbon. Finalize plans for rehearsal and rehearsal dinner. Finalize list of plans with photographer for list of poses you want taken during the ceremony and reception. Reconfirm reservations and final details with all wedding professionals. Provide a list of all vendor contacts to each. Make sure clothing and accessories for all members of bridal party are in order.
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Countdown & Timeline 1 week before: Give final guest count to caterer or hotel. Assemble your wedding attire. Enjoy the planned get-together with your bridesmaids. The day before, or the day of the wedding, have a manicure and pedicure if desired. Make sure you, your parents or your groom have all wedding gratuities and checks for balances due to vendors. Attend wedding rehearsal and rehearsal dinner. Finish packing for honeymoon. Make arrangements for transporting gifts from reception. Make arrangements for the return of rental items.
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Countdown & Timeline the wedding day: Rest and relax with a bath and possibly a massage. Eat a good breakfast! Have hair styled and make-up applied. Dress with help of mother and bridesmaids. Allow at least two hours before you have to be at the ceremony for photographs. Have wedding gift and note delivered to groom. Make sure groom has rings and marriage license to bring to ceremony. Take along a quick-fix kit to ceremony: needle and thread, safety pins, aspirin, tape, band-aids, breath mints, comb and brush, hair spray, tissues, hand towelettes, make-up and hose. Have ambient music start fifteen minutes before the music program. Have guests seated as they arrive. Five minutes before the ceremony, have groom's parents seated. Immediately before the procession, have the bride's mother seated.
after the wedding: Best Man and/or Maid of Honor brings home wedding gifts from reception. Maid of Honor collects all bridal apparel. Arrange to have it cleaned and stored. Return borrowed or rented items. Write thank-you notes to everyone who helped make the wedding a success.
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Countdown & Timeline Groom’s Checklist 6 to 12 months before:
Discuss with fiancée date and type of wedding. Compile your guest list. Decide financial obligations. Select your best man and ushers. Begin planning and making arrangements for honeymoon with fiancée. Discuss plans for your new home together. Shop with fiancée for wedding rings.
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3 to 6 months before: Complete your guest list, including addresses and phone numbers. Check requirements for marriage licenses in your area. Select and order men's attire with fiancée. Finalize honeymoon plans and send in required deposits. Assist parents with plans for rehearsal dinner party.
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Countdown & Timeline 1 to 3 months before:
Meet with officiant to finalize ceremony details.
Purchase gifts for best man and ushers. Purchase wedding gift for fiancĂŠe. Pick up wedding rings. Arrange accommodations for your out-of-town attendants. Take care of business and legal affairs (add bride's name to insurance policies and medical plans, make a new will, add her name to joint checking accounts or joint charge cards). Reconfirm that ushers have been fitted and attire has been ordered. Pick up marriage license with fiancĂŠe.
2 to 3 weeks before: Reconfirm accommodations for out-of- town attendants. If moving, give change-of-address card to post office; arrange to have utilities and phone service turned on in new home. If not moving, finish cleaning and reorganizing your home; help your fiancĂŠe move her things.
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Countdown & Timeline 1 week before: Finalize all details with fiancĂŠe; offer to help where needed. Pick up and try on wedding attire. See that ushers get their wedding attire. Pack for honeymoon. Re-confirm honeymoon reservations. See to it that you and your ushers are at the rehearsal and know their duties. Go over seating arrangements with ushers. Attend rehearsal dinner. Arrange with fiancĂŠe for gifts brought to the reception to be taken to your new home. Pack luggage in the car. Attend bachelor party or get-together with ushers.
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Countdown & Timeline the wedding day: Eat a good breakfast. Allow adequate time to get dressed (at least one hour prior to ceremony). Give the bride's wedding ring to your best man. Place the officiant's fee in a sealed envelope and give it to the best man to present after the ceremony. Either you or the best man must bring the marriage license to the ceremony. Arrive on time for the ceremony! Have the best man and maid of honor sign the certificate as witnesses. At the wedding reception, dance first with your bride, then with each mother and the bridesmaids. Remember to thank the bride's parents and say farewell to your parents before leaving the reception.
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MONDAY
TUESDAY
WEDNESDAY
THURSDAY
FRIDAY SATURDAY
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Budget & Worksheet Budget Percentages Reception Facility (includes hall & alcohol)
15-18%
Beauty & Health
2-3%
Cakes & Pastries
2-4%
Bridal Attire Catering
Ceremony
Decorations & Rentals
6-7% 18-22% 3-5% 6-7%
Flowers
5-8%
Music & Entertainment
3-18%
Invitations & Favors Transportation
Video Services
Jewelry & Gifts (excludes engagement ring)
3-4% 2-3% 7-9% 2-3%
Photography
8-10%
Wedding Consultant
5-10%
Tuxedos
1-2%
The honeymoon is not normally considered a direct wedding expense.
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Budget & Worksheet Breakdown of Expenses
The Bride & Her Family Wedding dress and accessories.
Announcements, invitations (costs depend on the quality of paper and fee for printing, letter press or engraving). Wedding consultant services if used.
Ceremony fees.
Reception costs. Some vendors may negotiate prices depending on season, day and time. January and February weddings will generally be less expensive, as will weddings held on days and times other than Saturday evening.
Photographer and Videographer.
Musicians.
Wedding cake.
Transportation costs to ceremony and reception.
Bridesmaids' luncheon, their gifts and bouquets. Groom's wedding ring and gift.
Flowers (flowers in season are typically less expensive).
Lodging for out-of-town attendants (optional).
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Budget & Worksheet Breakdown of Expenses
The Groom & His Family Engagement and wedding rings for bride. Rehearsal dinner expenses. Officiant's fee. Marriage license. Bride's bouquet, corsages and boutonniere' for immediate family members. Groom's wedding attire. Wedding gift for bride. Honeymoon expenses. Accommodations for out-oftown ushers and best man.
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Transportation, if coming from out-of-town - Apparel and accessories / Rental of formalwear - Gift for bride / Gift for groom - Bridal shower; girl's night out / Bachelor party
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Accommodations
Estimated Cost
Actual Cost
Night before wedding: Bride
Groom
Out of town attendants: Bridesmaids
Groomsmen
Wedding night: Bride & Groom
Accommodations Totals
Bridal Consultant
Additional Staff Expenses
Service Fee
Bridal Consultant Totals
Ceremony
Church Fee
Officiant Fee Programs
Ring Pillow or
Bell Ringer’s Bell Yarmulkes
Cermony Totals
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Budget & Worksheet Bridal Attire & Formal Wear
Clothing
Estimated Cost
Actual Cost
Bridal Attendant’s
Grooming: Makeup Nails
Jewelry
Bride’s Ensemble: Dress or Suit Hair
Headpiece & Veil
Jewelry
Makeup & Nails Shoes & Gloves
Undergarments Groom’s Garb:
Cufflinks & Cumberbund
Shoes & Tie
Tuxedo or Suit Clothing Totals
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Flowers
Estimated Cost
Actual Cost
Ceremony:
Altar Flowers/Aisle Runners
Candelabra Flowers Chuppah
Entry or Door Flowers Personal
Bouquets
Corsage & Boutonnieres
Flower Girl Baskets
Pew Bows or Flowers Unity Candle
Reception:
Buffet Centerpieces
Cake Flowers
Cocktail Reception Flowers
Entry or Door Flowers Table Centerpieces
Place Card Table Flowers
Powder Room Flowers Rental Plants
Toss Bouquet Flowers Totals
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Gifts
Estimated Cost
Actual Cost
Attendants
Bride & Groom Parents
Guest Table Favors
Welcome Basket or Bags Gifts Total
Miscellaneous
Babysitting Service
Children’s Gifts & Activities
Gratuities
Dance Lessons
Invitations to Children’s
Reception
Massages for Bride &
Groom Other
Miscellaneous Totals
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Music
Estimated Cost
Actual Cost
Band or DJ
Ceremony musicians: Organist
Trumpeter
Trio or Quartet Bagpiper
Cartage Fees
Vocalist
(loading in & out)
Cocktail Music
Costuming
Disc Jockey
Early Setup/Late Teardown Fees
Instrument Rental (piano)
Microphone for Toasts
Overtime
Sound System Music Total
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Bridal Luncheon:
Estimated Cost
Actual Cost
Food
Facility & Decor
Next-day Breakfast/Brunch:
Food
Facility & Decor
Rehearsal dinner: Food
Facility & Decor
Other Events Totals
Photography:
Engagements Portrait Photographer’s Fee: Albums
Assistant
Film & Processing Parent’s albums
Pre-wedding Bridal Portrait
Signature portait:
Finished Frame Reprints
Photography Totals
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Additional personnel:
Estimated Cost
Actual Cost
Coat Check Attendants Parking Attendants
Beverage:
Bar Setups
Alcohol
(Juice Mixers, Etc.)
Cake:
Delivery Fee
Groom’s Cake
Wedding Cake Catering:
Cake Cutting Fee
Delivery Fee Guest Meal
Gratuity & Sales Tax
Serving Staff Fee
Vendor Meals:
Photo/Videographer Consultant & Staff
Band /Disc Jockey Reception Totals
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Rentals:
Estimated Cost
Actual Cost
Band Platform Candles
Chairs
Cleaning Fees
Room Treatment
Additional Decor
Space/Room/Hall Rental
Coat Check: Rack
Hangers
Tags
Dance Floor Glassware Linens
Silverware Tables
Portable Restrooms Restroom Toiletries
Tents:
Catering Tent
Guest Tent Electricity
Floor
Lighting
AC/Heat
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Budget & Worksheet already over your budget?
Specialty Lighting:
Estimated Cost
Actual Cost
Ceiling Patterns
Centerpiece Pin Spotting Dance Floor
Wall Up-Lights
Table Numbers
Reception Totals
Stationery:
At-Home Cards
Calligraphy
Escort Cards
Guest Books
Reception/Cermony Cards
Map & Direction Cards
Pew Cards
Reply Cards
Thank You Notes
Invitations:
Inner & Outer Envelopes
Stationery Tools
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Rings:
Estimated Cost
Actual Cost
Ceiling Patterns
Centerpiece Pin Spotting Dance Floor
Wall Up-Lights
Table Numbers
Reception Totals
Transportation:
Bride & Groom Guests
Parents
Wedding Party
Transportation Total
Video & Cinema Service:
Growing-Up Photo Montage
Love Story Video
Video Pesentation:
Rehearsal/Reception Wedding Video: Pre-Ceremony
Ceremony
(# of cameras__)
Formal Photo Session Taping
Reception
(# of cameras_)
Hi-Lite Montage
Duplications (copies)
Videos & Cinema Totals
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TRADITIONS & ETIQUETTE Rich History & Symbolism Tradition:
A tradition is defined as a practice or custom. Although the way we live
and love has changed significantly from years ago, the wedding celebra-
tion remains the most traditional rite of passage.
Etiquette:
Etiquette is the polite or conventional man-
ner in which traditions are carried out. The social details help guide us and keep us secure that we are doing things well.
Etiquette does not mean being rigid or pre-
tentious, but rather being well mannered,
considerate, and socially capable. Handle the details with finesse. Following basic etiquette throughout your wedding will help
make it a more successful experience for all.
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TRADITIONS & ETIQUETTE Wedding Traditions The Betrothal:
Traditionally, the betrothal, or engagement, is the time used to make wedding arrangements. Parents are told the good news and formal engagement announcements may be placed in the papers. A betrothal today is a pledge to marry made out of love. In the Middle Ages, however, the betrothal was an arrangement made between two families, not just the bride and groom. If the couple happened to fall in love, so much the better. At the time of the betrothal, a ring was placed on the right hand of the bride-to-be and a kiss confirmed the arrangement. The ring was transferred over to the third finger of the left hand during the marriage ceremony. The practice of wearing the ring on the third finger of the left hand appeared as early as ancient Greece, because it was thought that the nerve of this finger had a direct connection to the heart. The wedding ring today remains a power ful symbol of a couple's love; a love with no beginning and no end, a form of eternity.
Early rings were made of bronze, ivory and bone. In the late Middle Ages and Renaissance, rings were made of iron, gold and silver, and often festooned with diamonds or precious stones. By the seventeenth century, the thin gold band came into vogue. The gold rings were often fashioned into symbols of unity such as hands and hearts clasped together, tied bows, and buckles. The romantic Victorians often included personal inscriptions such as “Ever Thine.�
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TRADITIONS & ETIQUETTE Wedding Traditions
Showers & Parties:
The first bridal shower was reportedly due to a Dutch father refusing to give his daughter a dowry if she persisted in her
intent to marry a poor miller. The miller's friends came to their
aid and "showered" the bride-to-be with household items she would need in married life.
Legend has it that bachelor parties were devised to raise a "fun
fund" for the groom so he could still carouse with his friends even after his wife seized control of the household funds!
The Ceremony:
Marriage rites have been found in virtually every known society. The expression "tying the knot" comes from the ancient Romans, who literally tied the bride and groom together with ribbon
before the ceremony to symbolize their joining into one family.
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TRADITIONS & ETIQUETTE Wedding Traditions Many wedding customs in the United States are Anglo-Saxon in origin. The word 'wed' dates back to the early custom of wife purchase in which the prospective groom pledged money, cattle or property as the 'wed' or
security to purchase the bride from her father. A bride was often married against her will. To help curb this practice, societies began to require at
least two witnesses who would attest to the bride's willingness to be married. One of these would be her closest friend, or maid of honor.
A young Queen Victoria was the first to wear the classic bridal outfit in her marriage ceremony to Prince Albert in 1840. She broke with royal tradi-
tion (white and silver robes) by appearing in a stunning all-white ensem-
ble and floor-length lace veil.
The white wedding gown has come to symbolize purity, and the veil, modesty. Earlier forms of the wedding veil (not Queen Victoria's fashionable
floor-length style) may have been worn by the Bride to protect her from unfriendly and envious stares. The color white, according to the ancient
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TRADITIONS & ETIQUETTE Wedding Traditions Greeks, was the supreme symbol of joy.
June is a popular month for marriages. This tradition can be attributed to the ancient Romans who named the month of June for Juno, goddess of women and marriage, who, according to legend, vowed to protect those who married during her month.
The Reception:
Ancient societies cheered weddings because they symbolized good fortune. An elaborate feast was presented in the town square and the entire village celebrated for days. In Elizabethan times guests were presented with small bouquets of flowers tied with ribbons, which were called favors. Favors at a wealthy nobleman's wedding were more extravagant: jewelry, handkerchiefs, gloves and scarves, often stitched with the bride and groom's initials. These were the possible forerunners of monogrammed napkins and matchbooks. Wedding cakes are derived from an ancient Roman ritual in which the wedding guests would throw grains of wheat at the couple to promote fertility. Bakers eventually made small wheat cakes for the groom to break above the head of his bride. Guests would nibble at the crumbs, sharing in their fortune. In the Middle Ages the wheat cakes were replaced by sweet rolls that were piled into a tall pyramid, over which the bride and groom kissed. A French baker thought to frost the concoction, thus creating the first layered wedding cake.
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TRADITIONS & ETIQUETTE Wedding Traditions The garter was first thrown in the 14th century to prevent guests from tearing at the bride's dress. (Having a piece of the bride's clothing was considered good luck.) The French began the custom of "toasting" the new couple. At sixteenth century wedding celebrations, a piece of toasted bread was placed in the bottom of a goblet. The glass was filled with wine and passed among the ladies. The lady who received the glass with the last sip, would also receive the bit of toast; and the hope of good fortune in finding her ideal mate.
The Honeymoon:
Wedding lore has it that couples honeymooning in Niagara Falls will have good fortune if they remember to toss pennies in the Bridal Veil Falls. The term "honeymoon" may derive from an ancient German custom of drinking a beverage containing honey for 30 days, one cycle of the moon, after the wedding. The Victorians referred to the honeymoon as the "bridal tour." Trousseau is a French word meaning "bundle." It originally Molly Grosse Photography defined a bundle of clothing and personal possessions that the bride carried with her into her
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TRADITIONS & ETIQUETTE Wedding Etiquette new home. A proper Victorian bride would include "12 of everything" in her wedding trousseau: night dresses, chemises, stockings, gloves and hankies. In addition, she would bring with her enough breakfast gowns, day outfits, tea outfits, evening attire and outerwear to last her for many years. Statistics show that 98% of all newly married couples take a honeymoon; the average length of which is eight days.
The Engagement:
When announcing the good news, first inform the bride-to-be's parents, then the groom's parents. After that, inform your close family members and friends. Both sets of parents should get in touch at that point, and meet if possible. The bride's family may host an engagement party where the happy news is announced. A toast by the bride's parents expressing their delight at the engagement is followed by the groom's toast in praise of his future in-laws. You may want to submit an announcement of your engagement to your local newspapers. (Most newspapers will send you a form to complete and write the announcement based on that information.) Another meeting with parents may be Pottinger Photography used to discuss budget parameters, the style and size of wedding and the guest list. The number of people invited is traditionally divided equally between the two families.
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TRADITIONS & ETIQUETTE Wedding Etiquette unfolded cream or ivory card, or colored paper. Do not use abbreviations except for Mr., Mrs., Ms., Dr., or Jr. Envelopes should be addressed by hand in black ink. If children are included in the invitation, their names should be written beneath their parents' names. If a single guest is welcome to bring a date, the words "and Guest" appear after their name on the inner envelope. Remember to invite the following: the officiant and their spouse, parents of flower girls or ring bearers, spouses or fiancĂŠs of anyone in the wedding party, or anyone who has been invited to a pre-wedding party or shower, unless your wedding is a strictly private family affair. You should not invite some of the guests to the ceremony only and not to the reception, but you may invite guests to the reception and not to the ceremony if the ceremony location is small. *Response cards are placed inside their own envelopes. Place the invitation, fold-side down in the inside envelope. (Tissue paper is placed over the invitation to The proper wording for a prevent smudging.) All enclosures are placed inside the envelope with the invitation, and this envelope is placed inside the outer mailing envelope face-side up toward the flap.
formal invitation is as follows: Mr. and Mrs. John Smith
request the honor of your presence at the marriage of their daughter Patricia Smith to
Mr. Terry Jones on Saturday, the fifteenth of May at five o'clock
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TRADITIONS & ETIQUETTE Wedding Style Formal:
Long white dress and veil - Formal men's wear - Church ceremony held in the evening or late afternoon - Several attendants Catered reception - Organist, musicians or soloist - 100 guests, or more - Engraved invitations
Semi-Formal:
Street length or simple floor length dress with a simple headpiece - Dark suits for men - Any time of day - Fewer attendants Engraved or printed invitations
In-Formal:
Bride wears suit or dress; the groom wears a suit - Two attendants - Morning or afternoon ceremony - Handwritten or novelty invitations - Unique or unusual location may be used for the ceremony
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TRADITIONS & ETIQUETTE The Ceremony In a traditional wedding ,
the bride's guests sit on the left as one enters the church, and the groom's sit on the right. Music begins 20-30 minutes prior to the ceremony. The groom's mother should be seated five minutes before the mother of the bride is seated. The head usher escorts her to the first pew on the right. Her husband follows and sits with her, along with other immediate family members. The head usher also escorts the bride's mother to her seat in the first pew on the left. She should be
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seated near the aisle, with space left for her husband to sit. The church doors are then closed, and the processional begins. If traditional seating procedures do not apply due to special family circumstances such as divorce, discuss the mat ter with all concerned and choose a seating arrangement most comfortable for all.
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Christian Tradition
Jewish Tradition
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TRADITIONS & ETIQUETTE The Reception The reception
is the celebration of your marriage and should be a fun and memorable affair. If you choose to do so, the receiving line may be in place as guests enter the reception, if it has not been held immediately following the service. This is the time for the wedding party to greet their guests.
If you would like a head table, the bride sits to the groom's right, the best man next to her and the maid of honor next to the groom. The attendants also sit at the table in alternating man/woman fashion. The parents generally have tables nearby and are seated with other close relatives and the officiant. The first toast is given by the best man when everyone is seated. He toasts the bride and groom, who remain seated. The groom then stands, thanks the best man, and proceeds to toast the bride, the parents, and the bridesmaids. The best man thanks the groom on behalf of the bridesmaids. At this time an usher or a close friend may also make a toast, if invited to do so. The father of the bride offers a welcome on behalf of
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TRADITIONS & ETIQUETTE The Ceremony his wife and himself, thanking everyone for coming and signaling for the festivities to begin. The first dance is reserved for the bride and groom. The bride's father then dances with the mother of the groom, and the groom's father dances with the mother of the bride. Attendants and guests may join in. The bride also dances with her father and the father of the groom, and the groom with his mother and his bride's mother. Cut the cake just before, or during, the coffee service. The groom places his right hand over the bride's and together they cut the first slice. They offer each other a bite, which symbolizes a willingness to share their lives. The bride may then offer her new in-laws a slice, and the groom should do the same for her parents. Guests are then served. The bride tosses her bridal bouquet over her shoulder to the assembled, unmarried women. The groom removes the garter from the bride's leg and tosses it over his
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TRADITIONS & ETIQUETTE Essentials shoulder to all unmarried men. This is traditionally done just before the bride and groom change into their going away outfits. They re-appear for a final goodbye before leaving in a shower of rice and good wishes.
The bride and groom
are the center of attention at their wedding. How they present themselves to the public on this occasion is important. If they treat others with courtesy, even when difficult situations arise, this indicates their style and graciousness.
Here are some simple rules to follow:
- Be on time for appointments. Canceling long-standing appointments with vendors at the last minute is rude. - Say thank-you in writing for gifts you receive. Writing notes expressing your gratitude for exceptional service or thoughtful acts is also appreciated. - Give your attendants a gift in token of their support. Also send a gift and thank-you note to your parents after the wedding. - Compromise, when necessary, and work with others. Keep a perspective and know what's worth worrying about and what isn't. - Do not ask for gifts. You are inviting people to the wedding to share in your special event, not for what they may give you. You should not list where you are registered on your wedding invitation, but you may inform people if they ask you. - Your guests should be made to feel welcome at your wedding celebration. Acting with thoughtfulness and consideration will enhance the experience for all.
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Marriage Licenses What To Do & Where To Go Ohio
Butler County 513-887-3299 513-887-3300
Brown County 937-378-3956
Clermont County 513-732-7243 Clinton County 937-382-2280
Hamilton County 513-946-3590 513-946-3589
Montgomery County 937-225-4645 Warren County 513-695-1175
Kentucky Boone County 859-334-2112
Campbell County 859-292-3885 Gallatin County 606-567-5411 Grant County 606-824-3321
Kenton County 859-491-0702
Pendleton County 606-654-3380
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Typical Marriage License Requirements:
Indiana Dearborn County 812-5371040
The average fee is in the range of $50.00 - $100.00, payable in cash. The marriage ceremony may be per formed anywhere in your state unless otherwise restricted by the county in which the ceremony will take place. A premarital physical examination and blood test may be required. A marriage license is valid for a limited period of time. Minimum age requirements usually apply. To apply for a marriage license, typically both parties must appear and present documentation. Typical documents include: Birth Certificate, Driver’s License, Passport, and Social Security Card. Note: Original documents are required.
A Marriage ceremony cannot take place unless a valid marriage license has been issued. Always call the County Courthouse well in advance of your ceremony date to determine specific requirements needed.
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Gift Registries
Macy’s Wedding & Gift Registry: www.macys.com
Kenwood Towne Ctr. Anderson Town Ctr. Northgate Mall Tri County Mall Florence Mall Fairfield Commons Dayton Mall Fountain Place
Bed, Bath & Beyond: Tri County Eastgate Rookwood Commons Western Hills Bridge Water Falls
513-671-3408 513-947-0361 513-731-5170 513-661-2978 513-867-1800
513-247-6377 513-624-4242 513-245-5317 513-782-2242 859-525-5542 937-320-2445 937-439-2136 513-361-4200 Mason (Deerfield) Centerville Beaver Creek Crestview Hills
513-770-6740 937-312-9480 937-431-5260 859-331-4410
Sterling Cut Glass:
www.sterlingcutglass.com
Gift Registries & Bridal Shows
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UPCOMING BRIDAL SHOWS AUG 15TH 2010 Bridal Rama Summer Showcase Duke Energy Center www.bridalrama.net 1-888-323-2966
AUG 21ST 2010 The Anderson Center Bridal Show www.andersoncenterevents.org ameyer@andersontownship.org 513-688-8400
SEPT 23RD 2010 Wedding Mafia A Bridal Affair With The Mafia www.weddingmafia.com info@yourweddingmafia.com 513-794-4177
FALL 2010 Fairfield Banquet & Convention Center Bridal Show www.fairfieldconventionctr.com 513-859-8400
NOV 2010 Got Wedding Stuff? www.gotweddingstuff.com
JAN 8TH-9TH 2011 Cincinnati Wedding Showcase Sharonville Convention Center www.cincinnatiweddingshowcase.com info@cincinnatiweddingshowcase.com 513-891-4701 JAN 15TH-16TH 2011Wendy’s Bridal Show Cincinnati Convention Center www.wendysbridalshow.com info@wendysbridalshow.com 513-984-1708 JAN 2011
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Receptions Banquet & Conference Center Bridal Show Receptions Fairfield www.receptionsinc.com 513-860-4100
WINTER 2011Mattfeld’s Greenhouse and Florist Flower Show www.mattfelds.com 513-385-6577 FEB 2011-
Bridal Rama Winter Showcase Duke Energy Center www.bridalrama.net 1-888-323-2966
SPRING 2011Fairfield Banquet & Convention Center Bridal Show www.fairfieldconventionctr.com 513-859-8400 Hyde Park Bridal Show www.hydeparkbridalshow.com info@hydeparkbridalshow.com 513-885-3799 The Color of Love Bridal Expo www.coloroflove.net events@thecoloroflove.net
SUMMER 2011Bridal Rama Summer Showcase Duke Energy Center www.bridalrama.net 1-888-323-2966
Hara Complex Annual Bridal Gala in Dayton www.haracomplex.com cmonie@haracomplex.com 937-322-8767 McClure Events & Bridal Show www.mcclureeventspromotions.com mmevents@sbcglobal.net 937-322-8767 Clairborne Productions www.clairborneproductions.com tracy@clairborneproductions.com 877-234-9333
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Attire
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Attire:
Dresses, Tuxedos, Men’s Wear, Accessories, Lingerie. Comparison Bids and Notes 1
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Culinary - Cakes, Catering & Confections
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Culinary:
Cakes, Catering & Confections Comparison Bids and Notes
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Decorations & Rentals
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Decorations & Rentals:
Event Accessories, Doves, Ice Carving, Linens & Lighting Comparison Bids and Notes
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Flowers
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Flowers:
Comparison Bids and Notes
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Wedding Services
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Wedding Services:
Party Planning, Event Planners, Officiants & Chapels Comparison Bids and Notes 1
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Guest Lodging
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Guest Lodging:
Comparison Bids and Notes
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Health & Beauty
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Health & Beauty:
Fitness, Spas, Dentistry, Cosmetic Surgery Comparison Bids and Notes 1
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Honeymoon, Travel & Destination Weddings
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Honeymoon & Travel: Comparison Bids and Notes
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Invitations - Favors Gifts
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Invitations, Favors & Gifts:
Print Design, Welcome Baskets, Wedding Party Gifts Comparison Bids and Notes
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Jewelry
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Jewelry:
Engagement Rings & Wedding Rings Comparison Bids and Notes 1
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Music, Dance & Entertainment
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Music & Entertainment:
Live Music, DJs, Dance Lessons & Vocals Comparison Bids and Notes 1
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Photography:
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Preservation Gown & Flowers: Comparison Bids and Notes
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Receptions
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Receptions:
Ballrooms, Reception Centers & Banquet Halls Comparison Bids and Notes
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Rehearsal Dinners & Parties: Bachelor/Bachelorette, Luncheons, Dinners & Showers Comparison Bids and Notes
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Transportation:
Carriages, Limousines & Car Rentals Comparison Bids and Notes 1
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Video & Cinema Professionals
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Video & Cinema Professionals: Comparison Bids and Notes
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Your Future
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Your Future:
Interior Decor, Real Estate, Insurance, Finance & Legal Comparison Bids and Notes 1
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Index
A AB Cincy Limo . . . . . . . . . . . . . .300 A Day to Remember USA . . . .138 A Quality Sounds DJ . . . . . . . . .211 A Savannah Nite . . . . . . . .298-299 A Sign of Peace . . . . . . . . . . . .135 A Spoon Fulla Sugar . . . . . . . . .124 A Steve Bender Productions . .214 A Thousand Words Photography . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .225 Aaron Asch Photographer . . .234 Academy Rentals . . . . . . . . . . .137 All Things Catered . . . . . . . . . .129 Anderson Bridal Show . . . . . . .101 Anderson Center . . . . . . . . . . .275 Ashley Matho Makeup Artistry 173 Aston Oaks Banquet Center . .269 Aularale Skin Care & Cosmetics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .169 B Ballroom Dancing by Bud Walters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .219 Barn N Bunk . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .277 Bridal Rama . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .100 Brogan Hesketh Formal Wear .113 Bryan’s Flowers . . . . . . . . . . . . .150 Busy Bistro Catering . . . . . . . . .121
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C C&C Music Services . . . . . . . . .210 Carlo & Johnny . . . . . . . . . . . . .286 Cathy Fields of Sibcy Cline Realtors . . . . . . . . . . . . . .315 Celebrations Catering . . . . . . .128 Chateau Pomije . . . . . . . . . . . .266 Cincinnati Bride . . . . . . . . . . . .106 Cincinnati Wedding Showcase . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .98 CJ Photography . . . . . . . . . . . .235 Community Weight
Loss Challenge . . . . . . . . . . . . .173 Cork n Bottle . . . .156, Back Cover Creighton Photography . . . . .229 D DessertWorks Cakery . . . . . . . .131 Destinys Catering at Beckett Ridge Country Club . . . . . . . . . . . . . .265 Destiny Yacht Charters . .274, 287 Details by Dawn . . . . . . . . . . . .157 Diane’s Cake, Candy & Cookie Supplies . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .131
E E. Larkin Photography . . . . . . .231 Eddie Lane’s Diamond Showroom . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .198 Empire Transportation . . . . . . .303 Entertainment Unlimited . . . . .136 Essenza Studio . . . . . . . . . . . . . .232 Eventurous . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .155 F Faigle & Sons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .202 Fairfield Banquet & Convention Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .256 Fairfield Community Arts Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .264 Fantasy in Frosting . . . . . . . . . .127 Farm, The . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .255 Figure Weight Loss . . . . . . . . . .172 Finished Vision Photography . .245 First Discount Travel . . . . . . . . .179 Fitz The Occasion . . . . . . . . . . .139 Folchi’s Formal Wear . . . . . . . .107 FOP Events Center at Joyce Park . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .277 Funky’s Catering . . . . . . . .122-123 G Gallant Coach Services . . . . .303 Gangsters Duelling Piano
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Bar . . . . . . . . . . . . .Front of pocket Gentry Photography . . . . . . . .230 Golf Center at Kings Island, The . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .278 Greene’s Flower Shoppe . . . . .148 H Hannoush Jewelers . . . . . . . . .200 Heirloom Flowers . . . . . . . . . . . .249 Hey Mr. DJ Entertainment . . . .207 I Images by Daniel Michael . . .244 Incredible Endings . . . . . . . . . .117 Inkredible Creations . . . . . . . . .190 J Jack Garrett Productions . . . .220 Jack Herb Florist . . . . . . . . . . . .149 Jack’s Catering . . . . . . . . . . . .118 Jag’s Steak & Seafood . . . . . .290 James Free Jewelers . . . . . . . .195 Jeff Ruby’s . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .284 Jeff Schaeffer Photography . .239 JMM Photography . . . . . . . . . .241
K Kings Island Resort and Conference Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .276 L L&L Limousine . . . . . . . . . . . . . .301 Land of Oz Wedding Invitation Outlet, The . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .187 Laurel Court . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .273 Lia Sophia . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .189 Lifemark Studios . . . . . . . .243, 311 Limo Unlimited . . . . . . . . . . . . .302 Live {Click} Photobooths . .Inside back cover Lodge Bar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .292 M M&M Limousine Company . . .297
Macy’s Wedding & Gift Registry . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .92 Madison Avenue Bridal . . . . . .110 Maggiano’s . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .291 Mandarine Hair, Foot & Body Spa . . . . . . . . . . . . . .170-171 Mariner’s Inn . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .253 Masterworks Photography . . .228 McCormick & Scmicks Seafood . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .289 McFadden Music . . . . . . . . . . .209 Molly Grosse Photography . . .237 Monmouth Jewelers . . . . . . . .202 MPG Events & Catering . . . . . .126 MyCincinnatiChappel.com . .159 N New Bridal Beginning . . . . . . . .111 North College Hill Bakery . . . . .130
O Oasis Conference Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .206-261 OneStop Entertainment . . . . . .215 Oscar Event Center . . . . . . . . .267 P Party Hoppers . . . . . . . . . . . . . .160 Party Pleasers . . . . . . . . . . .212-213 Party Tyme Entertainment . . . .218 Patricia’s Cakes . . . . . . . . . . . .125 Patrick Banfield Photography .233 Pebble Creek Golf Club . . . . . . . . . . . . . .270-271, 288 Peppe Ramundo & Son . . . . .109 Perfect Petals Florist . . . . . . . . .149 Personalized By Request . . . . .187 Phoenix, The . . . . . . . . . . . .258-259 PhotoGraphic Memories . . . . .242 Poeme . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .188 Polk’s Petals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .148
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Precinct, The . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .285 Priceless DJs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .217 Provident Travel . . . . . . . . . . . .181 Pure Romance by Christy . . . .160 Q
R Raffel’s Catering . . . . . . . .130, 268 R.M.P.C. DJ Entertainment & Karaoke . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .208 RMAX Video Digital Video Productions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .309 Richter & Phillips Company . . .197 Robinson Floral Designs . . . . . .147 Rogers Jeweler . . . . . . . . . . . . .199 R.S.V.P. Conference Center . .257 Ruttle & Neltner . . . . . . . . . . . .145 S Savannah Center at Chappell Crossing . . . . . . . . . . .262-263, IFC Schulz & Sons Diamond Jewelers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .201 Sheer Necessities Lingerie/Sew Much . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .112 Shutter Booth Photobooth . . .320 Skeffington’s Formal Wear . . .108 Stafford Jewelers . . . . . . . . . . .196 Sterling Cut Glass . . . . . . . . . . . .93 Studio 66 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .238 Sunset Room Atop the Waterfront, The . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .283 Swan Floral & Gift Shop . . . . . .143
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T Take One Studio . . . . . . . . . . . .310 Tom Taylor Photography .226-227 Travel Authority, The . . . . . . . . .180 20th Century Theater & Catering . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .253
U V Venue 222 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .272 Victoria Travel . . . . . . . . . . . . . .182 Village Floral Design . . . . . . . . .144 Village Pantry Catering . . . . . .119 Vondehaar’s Catering . . . . . . .120 W Wed Now Cincinnati . . . . . . . .158 Wedding Mafia, The . . . . . . . . .99 Weddings Remembered . . . . .216 Wendy’s Bridal . . . . . . . . . . . . .105 Wendy’s Bridal Show . . . . . . . . .97 White Photography . . . . . . . . .236 X, Y & Z Yellow Canary . . . . . . . . . . . . . .146 Your Chauffeur Limo . . . . . . . .304
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