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Table of Contents Welcome to the Brides Club Wedding Expo
P H O T O G R A P H Y BY: Christiaan Phleger and Lexi Mackenzie
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Thank You to Our Troops
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A Message from Brad Buckles
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Spotlight - Infinite Professional
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Catering to Fit Your Needs
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Spotlight - Wedding Planner 808
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Wedding Etiquette
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After the Expo
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Index - Floor Plans & Merchants
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A MES SAG E F R OM B R AD BUCK L ES We are proud to introduce to you to WEDDING SPOTLIGHT, an e-magazine brought to you by BRIDES CLUB. As President of Brides Club, I would like to personally thank you for your interest in participating in the most exciting bridal event of the season, the NORTHWEST WEDDING EXPO. Over 1400 brides attend the Expo every year, as we offer you, your groom, and the whole wedding party access to exceptional services by wedding industry leaders and the information to help you plan and inspire the wedding beyond your wildest dreams. The collection of retailers & wedding service providers we have gathered are experts in their respective markets and are happy to provide you with answers to your most difficult inquiries and with ideas to suit your unique tastes and budgets. Come early and bring your friends, as our vendors’ calendars fill up quickly! I wish you the happiest wedding day & the most beautiful memories to follow,
Black and White Photography by Christiaan Phleger and Lexi Mackenzie. (pgs. 2-3) “ Our style is classic photojournalism to capture the moment. The black and white images are hand printed by Christiaan on fiber-based paper to create exquisite fine art museum quality prints. We have been professional wedding and fashion photographers for 14 years and are now developing a new TV show for KFVE called Hot Hawaiian Weddings. ” For more information, visit www.christiaanphleger.com W E D D I N G S P OT L I G H T M AG A Z I N E b y B R I D E S C L U B
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W H AT O T H E R R E F E R R A L S S AY A B O U T M E : I am always thinking three steps ahead while multi tasking on the present. I am the Jack of All Trades and Master of Each unlike many that try to do too many things, but none very well. W H AT ’ S M Y FAV O R I T E S AY I N G : Our imagination is our destination. F U N N Y W E D D I N G M O M E N T: The Bride was ready, the groom was waiting to walk down the aisle, people and guests were all seated, but the minister was nowhere. He was later found locked in the comfort room. I B E G A N M Y B U S I N E S S B E C A U S E : I have a passion for organizing and entertaining. Noticing details at many weddings while I was a DJ over the years, it was natural for me to jump in and help wherever help was needed. The experience continued to grow as I learned how to manage entire weddings. People continued to ask for me to help them with their events and so I began the business because I love to help others and see the happiness and appreciation when I helped them create the perfect event. I G E T I N S P I R E D W H E N : Someone asks for help. I love to help people and I want to always jump in immediately and say yes, every time. G R E AT E S T D E S I R E : To be able to provide for those that need it. W E A K N E S S : Saying No. C O N T R I B U T I O N S : Volunteer and organizer for Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Gala, GSBA Scholarship Awards Dinner, Seattle United Soccer League FAV O R I T E C H A R I T I E S : American Cancer Society Relay for Life, Lifelong, GSBA H O W M A N Y Y E A R S I N B U S I N E S S ? 20 H O W M A N Y W E D D I N G S A Y E A R ? 15
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SPOTLIGHT what creates a fun and successful wedding every time. A S W I T H A L L M AT T E R S O F T H E H E A R T: Be grateful for what you have. Many are less fortunate, so share an opportunity with someone, because someone has shared them with me. 3 T H I N G S I ’ M G R AT E F U L F O R : 1. Parents. 2. My talent and skill set. 3. People who make me a better person.
H O W M A N Y W E D D I N G S O V E R A L L ? 250 WHY SHOU LD A B RIDE OR VE N DOR WOR K W I T H YO U ? I like to listen to the details. I take notes when an idea is thought of by a client. I like to develop those ideas into special surprises to share during the process of arranging a wedding. Preparation and Planning are key essentials throughout the design and planning process and I am always prepared with a contingency for the unexpected. Being organized and good planning is
10 TH INGS PEOPLE DON ’ T KNOW ABOUT M E : 1. Passionate 2. Dedicated 3. Hard Working 4. Attention to Detail 5. Perfectionist 6. Coach 7. Athlete 8. Compassionate 9. Christian 10. Gay
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“ I want to create the perfect wedding every ti I L I K E : I like to surround myself with positive people. I D O N ’ T L I K E : Judgmental people, Gossip or Violence I L O V E : Keno, my Boxer I have had since he was six weeks old. He will be twelve this year. H O B B I E S : Entertaining, Board Games and Playing Sports. FAV O R I T E F O O D/ M E A L : Love surf and Turf. Could sit on a beach at the Ocean all day with a bucket of Steamers and a few Dungeness Crab or fire up the Grill for some Ribs or a 10 oz. Rib Eye Steak.
FAV O R I T E T I M E P E R I O D : 40s 60s 80s. I would love to go back to the Forties, when the Big Band Sound was around and life was more simple. However, today we can communicate all over the globe and the ability to travel is more available than before. FAV O R I T E Q U O T E : Be more concerned with your character than your reputation, because your character is what you really are, while your reputation is merely what others think you are. “John Wooden” B O O K : Face_Book?
D E S S E R T S : Butter Toffee Ice Cream and my mom’s Old Fashioned Chocolate Chip Cookies
S O N G : American Pie-Don Mclean, Come Sail Away-”Grand Illusion” Styx, Sunny Side of the Street-”Father of the Bride” Steve Tyrell
C A N DY : Hershey Kisses (Cont.)
A R T I S T: Rembrandt...not the musical group, the Artist.
P E T S : Keno (see above)
M O V I E S : The Wedding Planner, Devil Wears Prada, Caddyshack
C O L O R : Blue WAY I R E L A X : Hot tub. Relaxing, soothing and therapeutic. 3 WAY S I I N S P I R E M Y S E L F : 1. Walk through downtown and see all the people and feel the vitality and energy of the city. 2. Remind myself how fortunate I am all the time to be healthy, have family and be blessed with a mind that continually wants to expand and learn. 3. When I think of an idea. FAV O R I T E P E O P L E : Family, elder folks who I admire and because of their wholesomeness and experiences.
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M O V I E Q U O T E : “Build it and they will come” Field of Dreams C E L E B R I T I E S : Sandra Bullock, Ellen Degeneres, Betty White P E O P L E S AY I L O O K L I K E : Someone they know. So many times people come up to me and say… Do I know you? You look like someone I know. S U P E R H E R O : Superman - I would love to be able to fly. V I D E O G A M E : Don’t play them. Rather be doing something productive than playing with an electronic device.
ime we are involved.” FA M I LY : I could not be bigger fans of anyone more than my parents. They raised me to be respectful, kind, compassionate, courageous and to always do the right thing. My mom and I are so much alike, I tell her it’s her fault that I love to do what I do. She always gets worried and asks me “What abouts” and I always get to tell her I have thought of it already. Great minds think alike. Dad is always there to help just in case.
T R I P S TA K E N : Love Vegas! Or Las Vegas? N E X T T R I P I WA N T T O TA K E : Need to get to Hawaii for some golf after all the weddings this year. FAV O R I T E P O S S E S S I O N : A Cross-stitch of an actual Monopoly Board.
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Choosing the right caterer ranks among the most important tasks Follow these tips to make sure you find the balance between valu One of the most important aspects of planning your special day is finding the right caterer because the food you serve will be one of the most memorable parts of the reception for your guests. Caterers can be booked up to a year in advance, so it is wise to search one out early. A simple timeline for finding the perfect caterer is to start looking for one at least 10 months before the wedding, make sure you have booked the caterer by 8 months, and decide on a menu by 6 months. A good caterer does more than one might think. They are well trained in food selection and preparation, reception staging, serving and clean up. Some go as far as to decorate for you, hire bartenders, and provide the wedding cake. Others may only prepare and serve the food and then clean up. When looking for a caterer, keep the following in mind: • •
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Find a caterer with a good reputation whose food you can sample before signing a contract. Make appointments and interview many different caterers to find the right one for you. Some caterers may even give you phone numbers of past customers who were pleased with the caterer’s work. Many reception sites have their own catering services, so when you’re looking for a hall, decide if it has what you want in both catering and atmosphere. Check to see what services the caterers will provide other than just the meal (electricity, lighting, tents, tables, linens, chairs, etc.)
If you feel like you have found the right caterer, wait to sign a contract until the caterer understands your expectations and you understand the terms of agreement. Keep in mind questions such as: will the cost be a flat rate or a per-person fee? Are gratuities automatically added? Are you going to have a sit-down dinner or a buffet? Will drinks be included in the price? Catering is one of the most expensive parts of the wedding, so when it comes to cost, it is up to you whether you want to spend any amount or keep costs down. There are different ways to serve food at your wedding that will vary the price. Some tips can to keep in mind are: • • •
Most caterers will charge per-person, which means the cost will depend on the number of guests that you expect to come. American food will cost much less to serve than an exotic or international dish such as French, Mediterranean, Thai, or Indian. Cost will increase if you decide to have the caterer take care of the wine and
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the wedding cake instead of doing that yourself. Buffet-style catering will cost less than if waiters serve your guests, yet it is also elegant. Most caterers include set up and clean up in perperson cost; if they do not, that will increase cost. Most caterers have special rates for children, so be sure to ask about that. Overtime costs, gratuities or taxes will all affect the final cost of drinks when planning for a caterer. This can really rack up the price depending on what you want to serve for beverages: 1. The least expensive option is to not serve alcohol and instead have a cash bar where guests can buy their own drinks. If you decide to do this, inform your guests so they know to bring their own money. 2. A nicer option, but more expensive, is to serve only beer and wine. You can buy the beer and wine yourself or have the caterer provide them. 3. The most expensive option will be to have an open bar with free drinks. Your guests will love this and you won’t have to worry about providing drinks yourself. Remember to include champagne for the wedding toast.
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Wedding Spotlight : Wedding Planner 808 W E DDI NG PL A N N E R 8 0 8 E V E N T PL A N N I NG JA N IC E M .T. B AC H I L L E R , OW N E R Web: www.weddingplanner808.com Phone: 808.688.4405 Email: marie@weddingplanner808.com Facebook: www.facebook.com/WeddingPlanner808
W H AT O T H E R R E F E R R A L S S AY A B O U T M E : People say I’m very passionate about my clients, each wedding, and life in general. W H AT ’ S M Y FAV O R I T E S AY I N G : Anything is possible if you have faith, and when you believe – You can Achieve and Succeed! Work Hard, Play Harder and Party Like a Rock Star. F U N N Y W E D D I N G M O M E N T: Most recent is my wedding rehearsal on Saturday, May 19, 2012. When I asked the bride and groom to say a few words after The Hawaiian Lei Exchange, the bride starts laughing and stated that she loved the groom longer than the telephone pole in a Filipino accent. It was hilarious because no one else was Filipino except for me at the rehearsal. S E N T I M E N TA L W E D D I N G M O M E N T: It is very touching for me to see the bridal couples’ raw emotion of loving bliss and tears when they are doing their vows and the first time they see the ceremony and reception completely decorated and are in “awe” because it was executed better than they had envisioned. S P E C I A L I N S I D E R TA L E N T: Although I am very career oriented and ambitious, I am a DOMESTICATED GODDESS. I love every aspect of a harmonious home – I love to cook, bake, clean house, babysit and care for children. My special talent is organizing spaces and folding laundry in a professional way. W H AT K I N D O F FA C E B O O K U S E R A R E YO U : I’m a moderate Facebook user updating it based on my interests, experiences, work status, travels and activities. I want to be
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uplifting and enrich people’s lives versus being negative online. I also have a Wedding Planner 808 page. W H Y I B E G A N M Y B U S I N E S S : I began my business in June 2004 and Celebrating my 8th Years Anniversary this year. I started my business because I was already doing weddings and events for families and friends as a hobby. I am naturally organized, detail oriented and have mastered time management from an early age. Being the oldest and closest to my grandparents growing up, I was a natural leader and was appointed the family organizer and coordinator for all our family events. I have been planning and organizing special occasions and high school special events; and my own Sweet 16th since 1989 in high school. Seeing all of their happy expressions and nal production of everything I planned brought a natural high for me. Coordinating everything became second nature and I thought that if I could do any business in this world, it would be something I loved doing. Being a Wedding Planner is a dream career in the making. I G E T I N S P I R E D W H E N : I get inspired when meet bridal couples that have a vision of what they want their wedding day to turn out. Learning their personality, style and knowing their budget allows me to get creative using their color schematics and theme to produce a one of a kind and unique wedding for each and every client. No two weddings are the same nor will they ever be duplicated. Inspiration comes from the bridal couple alone. M Y G R E AT E S T D E S I R E : My greatest desire is to have an entourage of wedding planners/coordinators to duplicate my wedding planning and coordination procedures throughout the world by expanding to provide future bridal couples the
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SPOTLIGHT Wedding Planner 808 (Cont)... opportunity to experience our excellent customer service model. We want our weddings to be an inspiration to future brides seeking our awesome services. Not every bridal couple requires a wedding planner but every couple deserves to have a coordinator. W E A K N E S S : Being able to say NO to others who require my help or assistance. I love to help people, and not just clients either - even other wedding coordinators! C O N T R I B U T I O N : My contribution to this world is to succeed and share my blessings and experiences with others less fortunate than me. I am passionate about raising awareness and educating people about stopping Domestic Violence through sponsorship and The Ronald McDonald House Charities of Hawaii throughdonation and volunteering. OUR SOCIAL & ENVIRONMENTAL RESPONSIBILITY INITIATIVE Wedding Planner 808 is working to provide our clients with the best eco-friendly options for their wedding day and beyond! Our green credentials set us apart from the competition and help us stand out to the growing number of couples seeking green alternatives. We received 5 Leaves – APPROVED VENDOR! I would like to lessen my carbon footprint in this world and leave it a better place than when I entered it. I A M G R AT E F U L F O R : I am grateful for my life and being given this opportunity and blessing of living my dreams doing what I love most and for being able to enjoy life, family and friends simultaneously. Y E A R S I N B U S I N E S S : 8 years in June 2012, averaging 19-21 weddings per year ranging from destination weddings of a bridal couple of two to 300 guests. Our average guest list is from 200 to 300 guests. The largest guest list was for a party with over 800 guests for a wedding on 07/07/07. W H Y S H O U L D A B R I D E O R V E N D O R W O R K W I T H YO U : with me will be provided with excellent customer service through interpersonal communications, personalized service by attention to detail and making a conscious effort to remember all of the details of each and every wedding without reference to any notes or client flle. I value every relationship I encounter as if they are family. Every person that enters my life becomes lifetime friends professionally and personally.
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WEDDING INVITATIONS Wedding invitations should be mailed out six weeks prior to the wedding day, unless friends or relatives need to fly in from out of town. Then the invitation should be mailed eight to ten weeks in advance to give your guests time to make travel and hotel ar rangements, Custom also has it that invitations need to be mailed from the bride’s home, even if the guests are friends and family of the groom, The envelope should have the full names of the family or individual you are inviting, and the inside card should just have first names. When you are inviting a single person, it is polite to write “and Guest” next to their name. Wedding invitation wording should reflect the for mality of your wedding, The more formal, the closer to tradition you would want to be. Invitations should tell your guests exactly what they need to know. The wording you use is also important, although there are many vaieties to choose from. Consult a wedding guide or catalog before you order your invitations to know which wording will suit you best. For destination weddings, make sure you mail “Save the Date” cards at least a year in advance so guests can begin making travel plans. THANK YOU NOTES It used to be that if you said thank you to someone in person for his or her gift, a thank you note was not
required. But these days, when couples are inviting more guests to the wedding, and more people send gifts through mail, thank you notes are the only way to express your sincere appreciation. When should you send out thank you notes for your bridal shower or wedding? ASAP! The sooner, the better. Everyone appreciates a thank you note, espe cially if it comes soon after the event. For the shower, notes should be sent out 10-14 days after the event.
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Handwritten notes are the only way to go. If a guest receives a pre-printed thank you note, he or she may feel unappreciated for the time and effort they took in choosing your wedding gift. No matter how short your handwritten note is, it adds a personal touch which expresses your appreciation so much better. Lastly, your wedding day could not be possible with out the special people you share it with - express your gratitude in your own unique way to everyone who made your wedding the most memorable experience. A thank you note to those who least expect it shows that you noticed all the little details that make the biggest difference.
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Now that you have attended the Bride’s Club Wedding Expo, what brochures, business cards, and giveaways that you’ve received? Organize them into different categories (e.g. venues, coordinators, photographers, videographers, DJ’s florists, hair/makeup artists, etc.) After that re-order each category by personal preference based on the quality, style, or personality of the vendor. Narrow the categories even further by choosing 3-5 vendors that really interest you. Take note of all the special offers on all the flyers and brochures, as well as any expiration dates. Contact the vendors for a consultation, and make sure to find out if it’s complimentary to make sure there are no surprises. Create a budget for each aspect of the wedding. Having a budget will help you shorten your list of companies even further, and is invaluable when you eventually meet with the vendors. Meet with the vendors and don’t be afraid to ask questions. Look to meet with at least 3 different wedding planners, caterers, dj’s, etc. to ensure you’re making the right choice in getting the services your wedding will require, and within budget. Ask about contract policies, deposits, special offers, as well as guarantee of work and completion date with deadlines. Make no commitments until you’re done shopping around. Ask the vendor if they will be working with you directly or will someone else assist you, as you should be consulting with the person that will help you up until you say, “I do” versus having a stranger show up to your wedding. Now comes the big decision…determine which vendor works well with your personality, style, and budget. Remember, you will be working with them for weeks, even months, from the planning stage up until your wedding day.
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What sets your company apart from your competitor? What unique products or services do you provide? How long have you been in business? Tell me about your level of expertise in the wedding industry. Do you belong to any professional associations, clubs, or non-profit organizations? Will you be working with me directly or will you be sending someone else? What are your working hours from set up, breakdown, and end time? (e.g. some vendors may charge extra for parties that go past 9pm) What do your charges entail (e.g. service fees, gas, mileage, parking, overtime) and how transparent are these fees in the billing process? What are your event policies and what is not covered under your contract? When are initial payments due? Subsequent payments? What type of payments do you accept? What are your cancellation and refund policies? Do you carry General Liability Insurance? Would I be covered under your insurance? How many weddings can you accommodate in one day or in one weekend?
Lastly, if you are unsure about the vendor, do a little research by asking friends and family for referrals, reading online reviews on sites like Yelp or Google+, or contact the Better Business Bureau for additional information.
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ACC E S S O R I E S CL ASSIC ST YLE DE SIG N Lynn Clendenen www.classicstyledesigns.etsy.com (360) 668-9318 smallfarmer6@msn.com
K ATO E NTE R PRIS E S , LLC Janet Kato www.katoenterprises.com (206) 427-6247 katoenterprises @live.com
TH E ST YLE U WANT Mira Abolink www.thestyleuwant.com (801) 833-3585 Work ijainvoice@gmail.com
TH INGS R E M E M B E R E D Rachel Frutkin www.thingsremembered.com (440) 473-2000 Ext. 5346 rfrutkin@thingsremembered.com
MICH E BAGS Shirley Diaz www.sd.miche.com (253) 202-9462 s_b_diaz@hotmail.com
B AC H E L O R E T T E PA R T I E S TOY BOX PARTIE S Carli McSorley www.toyboxparties.biz (425) 301-0721 carli@toyboxparties.biz
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ADVOCAR E Jonathan LeBaron (206) 423-3338 jon@sparkchampions.com
AM E RICAN L AS E R CE NTE RS Megan Sullivan www.americanlaser.com (248) 426-8250 Ext. 308 msullivan@alcpartner.com
L ASIK PLUS VISION CE NTE RS Shay Maney www.lasikplus.com (513) 354-5910 smaney@lca.com
MARY K AY COS M ETIC S Cindy Wallace (253) 719-8957 ambitious93@comcast.net
PARTINGTON PLASTIC SURGERY Carolyn Miglino www.partingtonps.com (425) 883-2243 carolynmiglino@aol.com
ZIJA Ann Meier (360) 390-8933 healthyhemsley@gmail.com
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B R I DA L C O N S U LTA N T S LOVE B LOOM S WE DDING & E VE NT DE SIG N Caity Garness www.lovebloomseventdesign.com (425) 890-0760 lovebloomscontact@gmail.com
B R I DA L G OW N S & D R E S S E S ALFR E D ANG E LO B RIDAL Mary Jane Fillman www.alfredangelostores.com (267) 948-1159 mjfillman@alfredangelo.com
B RIDE S & B E YON D Mounira Dlaikan www.bridesandbeyond.us (425) 275-7521 mdlaikan@yahoo.com
DAVID ’ S B RIDAL Ingrid Kelly www.davidsbridal.com (610) 943-6217 ingrid_kelly@davidsbridal.net
LOR R AIN E B RIDAL Lorraine Layman www.lorrainebridal.com (206) 295-8221 lorrainebridal@hotmail.com
PROM S & PROMIS E S Betty J Dietz www.promspromises.com (206) 363-5869 dietzbetty@comcast.net
TH E WE DDING B E LL Kim Miller www.theweddingbellbride.com (253) 279-7473 info@theweddingbellbride.com
B R I DA L R E G I S T R Y DIN N E R FOR T WO BY 21ST CE NTU RY ’ S R P Jerry Russo www.todaysbride.com (973) 586-2316 potluckrp@yahoo.com
MY NAKE D KITCH E N www.mynakedkitchen.com (858) 488-8382 info@mynakedkitchen.com
PAM PE R E D CH E F Heather Walsh www.pamperedchef.biz (206) 790-6063 wahokie10@gmail.com
CAKES & DESSERTS HAPPY E N DINGS DE SSE RT Heather Lakefish www.happyendingsdessert.com (206) 607-7267 hcbakefish@hotmail.com
MY CAKE S Cynthia Gulgope www.mycakes.biz (425) 281-5211 cgulgope@hotmail.com
TH E PEOPLE ’ S CAKE Kaysie Lackey www.thepeoplescake.com (206) 484-2063 info@thepeoplescake.com
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C A N DY B U F F E T S CL ASSIC ST YLE DE SIG N Lynn Clendenen www.classicstyledesigns.etsy.com (360) 668-9318 smallfarmer6@msn.com
C AT E R E R S DE SIG N PE R FEC T Daina/Mark Carter www.dpcatering.com (425) 467-8129 orders@dpcatering.com
SCOOTE R ’ S CUSTOM CATE RING Ralph Manguso www.scooterscustomcatering.com (206) 445-3400 scooterscustomcatering@gmail.com
CHAPE L S + CLE RGY A H E AVE N LY CE R E M ONY Rev Pat Stimac www.aheavenlyceremony.com (206) 789-9788 pat@aheavenlyceremony.com
CE LE B R ATION S BY AM B E R Amber Bartz www.celebrationsbyamber.com (360) 301-0243 amber@celebrationsbyamber.com
D E C O R AT I O N S & R E N TA L S G R AN D E VE NT R E NTAL S Eddie Redman www.grandeventrentalswa.com (425) 462-7368 eddier@grandevents.com
PROP GALLE RY E VE NTS Rachel Meade www.propgallery.com (206) 762-6808 rachel@propgallery.com
D I S C J O C K E Y S + AU D I O LE U JAM PRODUC TION S Dave Leu www.leujam.com (253) 537-5955 david@leujam.com
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OT TOMATIC MOB ILE M USIC Eric Olson: www.ottoolson.com (425) 750-4111 otto@ottoolson.com
VIVA PRODUC TION S Johnny Gargano www.viva-productions.com (206) 542-5733 johnny@viva-productions.com
FITNESS & NUTRITION CR 50 0 WE IG HT LOSS SYSTE M Sandra (206) 423-7293 sandra@annieschoc.com
IT WOR KS! G LOBAL Stephanie Hardin www.stephanieh.myitworks.com (253) 202-8627 jasonandstephanie@hotmail.com
F L O R I S T S & F L OW E R S B R E N NA’ S BOUQ U ETS Brenna Smith www.wix.com/brennasbouquets (360) 886-0680 brennamonasmith@yahoo.com
CONTE M P OR ARY FLOR AL Kristin www.contemporaryfloral.com (206) 354-4132 kristen@contemporaryfloral.com
FLOVE RY Hoc Phan www.flovery.com (206) 734-7805 sales@flovery.com
VIC TORIA G R ACE SON Vicky Grace www.vgraceflowers.com (425) 443-7905 vicky@vgraceflowers.com
FORMAL WEAR & TUXEDOS M E N S WE AR HOUS E Maureen Ryan www.menswherehouse.com (925) 849-68436 mtryan@tmw.com
TH E TUX S HOP Nancy Fox www.thetuxshops.com (503) 260-2476 marketing@mrformalinc.com
HAIR ST YLISTS B R E E IN NORTH - HAIR ST YLE Breein North (425) 444-5442 breeinn@gmail.com
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H O N E Y M O O N VAC AT I O N S E XECUTIVE TR AVE L CON SU LTANTS - VACATION S Tina Skelton www.etctravel.com (425) 453-8200 tina@etctravel.com
VACATION INTE R NATIONAL JW WOR LD R E SOU RCE S Jeff Jackson www.viresorts.com (425) 835-3809 mailbox.jackson@gmail.com
W YN DHAM WOR LDWIDE Rebecca David www.wyndhamworldwide.com (206) 315-8657
B E N B RIDG E J E WE LE RS Stephanie Ingle www.benbridge.com (206) 239-6864 sengle@benbridge.com
J LEWIS JEWELRY Jill Lewis www.jlewisjewelry.com (425) 455-2204 petejlry@msn.com
rebecca.david@wyn.comÂ
JEWELERS & RINGS A WEDDING RING EXPERIENCE Lewis Barnes www.aweddingringexperience.com (619) 583-6982 wrw-usa@cox.net COOKIE LE E Shirley Diaz (253) 202-9462 s_b_diaz@hotmail.com
L I M O & T R A N S P O R TAT I O N B LISS LUXU RY LIM OS www.blissluxurylimos.com (253) 880-4486 blissluxurylimos@aol.com
LIVE MUSICIANS CAM EO STRING Q UARTET Jennifer Sokol www.myseattlewedding.com (206) 453-5969 jennifermsokol@aol.com
NUTRITION & WEIGHTLOSS 5 HOU R SAM PLE Zac Carr www.fivehour.com (206) 235-7448 zcarr@fivehour.com
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XOCAI (S HOW CAI) Ray Bloom www.chocolatebloom.com (425) 736-1077 rayb@chocolatebloom.com
PHOTO BOOTHS DIG I PHOTO BOOTH Luis Ongpin www.todaysbride.com (206) 501-1960 luisongpin@gmail.com
EZ PHOTO Travis Elmquist www.ezphoto.co (253) 569-8748 sales@ezphoto.co
P ORTAB LE PAPAR A ZZI Tim Auld (425) 417-7862 portablepaparazzillc@gmail.com
PHOTOG R APHE RS 5TH AVE N U E LIFE ST YLE PHOTOG R APHY BY R ACH E LLE Rachelle Erickson www.photosbyrachelle.com (425) 829-0532 info@photosbyrachelle.com
CAREN MORRIS PHOTOGRAPHY Caren Morris www.carenmorrisphotography.com (425) 786-7787 Info@carenmorrisphotography.com
CARINO & TAM PHOTOGRAPHY Chris Carino www.carinotam.com (253) 256-2050 chris@carinotam.com
CE LE B R ATE YOU R S E X Y Scott Barrie www.celebrateyoursexy.com (509) 332-0106 smbimage@aol.com
CICCAR E LLLI PHOTOG R APHY Eric Ciccarelli (614) 893-9027
G R ANT HORI UCH I PHOTOG R APHY Grant Horiuchi www.horiuchi.com (206) 261-7681 grant@horiuchi.com
HEATHER LYNN PHOTOGRAPHY Heather Cournoyer www.heatherlynnphotographie.com (360) 927-2552 kingheather@hotmail.com
HILDE B R AN D PHOTOG R APHY Brandon Hildebrand www.hildebrandphoto.com (425) 239-5915 info@hildebrandphoto.com
H R NORTHWE ST PHOTOG R APHY Ryan & Heather Shipley www.hrnorthwestphotography.com (425) 420-5944 ryan@hrnorthwestphotography.com
LU NA B E LL A E VE NTS Kyle Miller www.lunabellaevents.com (253) 307-4488 kyle@lunabellaevents.com
MARI US PHOTOG R APHY Marius Bildar www.mariusphoto.com (425) 268-6622 contact@mariusphoto.com
HILDE B R AN D PHOTOG R APHY Brandon Hildebrand www.hildebrandphoto.com (425) 239-5915 info@hildebrandphoto.com
MAT T FE R R E LL PHOTOG R APHY Matt Ferrell www.mattferrellphotography.com (425) 772-8608 matt@mattferrellphotography.com
MOLLY LANDRETH PHOTOGRAPHY Molly Landreth www.mollylandrethweddings.com (206) 234-9003 mollylandreth@gmail.com
NOLD PHOTOG R APHY Kurtis Nold www.noldphotography.com (206) 226-1285 info@noldphotography.com
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PHOTOG R APHE RS PIC TU R E THIS DIG ITAL G U E STBOOK TJ Lefty www.getpicturethis.com/seattle (425) 761-1224 tj@getpicturethis.com
STU DIO 7 PHOTOG R APHY Jean Durnal www.studio7wa.com (425) 283-8771 jean@studio7wa.com
VAN WHYE PHOTOG R APHY Gabriel Van Whye www.vanwyhephotography.com (253) 208-9872 vanwyhephoto@gmail.com
VOIR PHOTOG R APHY Vladimir www.voirphotography.com (206) 769-8417 info@voirphotography.com
R E C E P T I O N L O C AT I O N S B LU E RIB BON COOKING Vanessa Johns-Webster www.blueribboncooking.com (206) 328-2442 vanessa@blueribboncooking.com
CROWN PL AZA HOTEL SEATTLE Kim Straight www.cphotelseattle.com (206) 676-3921 kstraight@cphotelseattle.com
HOLLY WOOD SCHOOLHOUSE Lori Reeder www.hollywoodschoolhouse.com (425) 481-7925 info@hollywoodschoolhouse.com
METROPOLITAN BANQUET HALL Rashpal Buttar www.metropolitanbanquethall.com (425) 306-9331 rashpalbuttar1@gmail.com
MOUNT BAKER ROWING & SAILING CENTER Philly Hoshko www.mbrsc.org (206) 724-4083 phillyhoshko@gmail.com
SALT Y ’ S ALKI B E ACH Jeff Wilson www.saltys.com/alkicatering (206) 937-1085 jwilson@saltys.com
TPC SNOQUALMIE RIDGE Rashpal Buttar www.metropolitanbanquethall.com (425) 306-9331 rashpalbuttar1@gmail.com
VIDEOGRAPHERS FLIPPE D OUT PRODUC TION S Josh Hershfield www.flippedoutproductions.com (425) 433-8344 fun@flippedoutproductions.com
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WE B SE RVICES PIRQ Caterine Pellanda www.pirq.com (360) 480-6090 catherine.pellanda@pirq.com
WEDDING VENUES B IG SK Y R E SORT Margo Humphries www.bigskyresort.com/weddings (406) 995-5886 mhumphries@bigskyresort.com
HOLIDAY IN N SEQ U IM Bret Wirta www.wirtahospitalityworldwide.com (206) 295-0247 bretw@wirtahospitalityworldwide.com
MONTE CRISTO BALLROOM Tawana Moses www.montecristoballroom.com (425) 740-5045 tawana@montecristoballroom.com
OL SON MAN SION Adrielle Flinders www.olsonmansionrental.com (425) 432-1359 adrielle@galluccis.com
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AC C E S S O R I E S B LING - ACCE SSORIE S Michael Stock (253) 447-8257 macen33@aol.com
M ICH E BAGS Shirley Diaz www.sd.miche.com (253) 202-9462 s_b_diaz@hotmail.com
TH E ST YLE U WANT Mira Abolink www.thestyleuwant.com (801) 833-3585 ijainvoice@gmail.com
THINGS REMEMBERED Rachel Frutkin www.thingsremembered.com (440) 473-2000 Ext. 5346 rfrutkin@thingsremembered.com
TH E MIX Randy Hamilton www.themixtacoma.com (253) 383-4327 gm@themixtacoma.com
B AC H E L O R E T T E PA R T I E S PUG ET SOU N D PASSION S PASSION PARTIE S Robyn Rosas-Renner www.pugetsoundpassions.com (253) 678-2188 pugetsoundpassions@comcast.net
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ADVOCAR E Jonathan LeBaron (206) 423-3338 jon@sparkchampions.com
ALDE R B ROOK R E SORT & SPA Mark Phelan www.alderbrookresort.com (360) 898-5505 mark.phelan@alderbrookresort.com
AM E RICAN L AS E R CE NTE RS Megan Sullivan www.americanlaser.com (248) 426-8250 Ext. 308 msullivan@alcpartner.com
MARY K AY COS M ETIC S Cindy Wallace (253) 719-8957 ambitious93@comcast.net
SUNKISSED GOLDEN MOBILE SPRAY TANNING Elizabeth Williams (253) 245-0165 sunkissedgoldenmobilespraytan@ yahoo.com
ZIJA Ann Meier (360) 390-8933 healthyhemsley@gmail.com
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B R I DA L C O N S U LTA N T S DILIG E NT DETAIL S E VE NT & WE DDING PL AN N ING Donna Gonzalez www.diligentdetails.com (253) 232-0570 donna@diligentdetails.com
IN FIN ITE PROFE SSIONAL Dennis Weymouth www.infiniteprofessionals.com (206) 694-9317 events@infiniteprofessional.com
J U B ILE E WE DDINGS AN D E VE NTS Melissa Pelletier www.jubilee-events.biz (253) 861-3002 melissa_pelletier@yahoo.com YOU AR E TH E STAR WE DDINGS & E VE NTS Atiya Canley www.youarethestarweddings.com (253) 468-3903 atiya@youarethestarweddings.com
B R I DA L G OW N S & D R E S S E S ALFR E D ANG E LO B RIDAL Mary Jane Fillman www.alfredangelostores.com (267) 948-1159 mjfillman@alfredangelo.com
B RIDE S & B E YON D Mounira Dlaikan www.bridesandbeyond.us (425) 275-7521 mdlaikan@yahoo.com
DAVID ’ S B RIDAL Ingrid Kelly www.davidsbridal.com (610) 943-6217 ingrid_kelly@davidsbridal.net
GOODWILL - TACOMA N E IG H BOR HOOD B ISTRO John Nadeau www.tacomagoodwill.org (253) 573-6696 jnadeau@tacomagoodwill.org
N E W B EG IN N INGS B RIDAL Tina Berry www.nbbridalstudio.com (253) 841-9455 tina@nbbridalstudio.com
PROM S & PROMIS E S Betty J Dietz www.promspromises.com (206) 363-5869 dietzbetty@comcast.net
TH E WE DDING B E LL Kim Miller www.theweddingbellbride.com (253) 279-7473 info@theweddingbellbride.com
WE DDINGS WITH J OY Angela Bossard www.weddingswithjoy.com (360) 943-9860 angela@weddingswithjoy.com
B R I DA L R E G I S T R Y B E D BATH & B E YON D Sasha Gersaba www.bedbath.com (808) 486-3791 sashagersaba@bedbath.com
DIN N E R FOR T WO BY 21ST CE NTU RY ’ S R P Jerry Russo www.todaysbride.com (973) 586-2316 potluckrp@yahoo.com
PART YLITE Kelly Nalley www.partylite.biz/kellyscandles (253) 927-851 kelscandle@aol.com
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B R I DA L S H OW E R S PAM PE R E D CH E F Heather Walsh www.pamperedchef.biz (206) 790-6063 wahokie10@gmail.com
B R I DA L S H OW S KOH LE R E XP OS www.kohlerexpo.com (616)532-8133
CAKES & DESSERTS CE LE B RIT Y CAKE S & DE SSE RTS Odette & Dave D’Aniello www.celebritycakestudio.com (253) 627-4773 cakestudio@wamail.net
C AT E R E R S AC T 3 CATE RING Laura Gately www.act3catering.com (425) 251-9102 bill@act3catering.com
CAR RS R E STAU R ANT Ellie Carr www.carrsrestaurant.net (253) 584-4622 billingsley_carr@yahoo.com
E LYS E ’ S CATE RING/ SCH MIDT HOUS E Judi Davis www.elysescatering.com (360) 943-5555 judid@elysescatering.com
GALLUCCI ’ S CATE RING Ronald & Treia Gallucci www.galluccis.com (253) 826-1799 bill@act3catering.com
LE GAR MACH E CATE RING Betsy Jolliffe www.legarmache.com (360) 895-0602 legarmache@aol.com
PAPA E DDIE ’ S CATE RING/ AFIFI S H RIN E Zachary Hill www.papaeddiescatering.com (360) 943-5555 zachary.hill@comcast.net
SCOOTE R ’ S CUSTOM CATE RING Ralph Manguso (206) 445-3400 scooterscustomcatering@gmail.com
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D E C O R AT I O N S & R E N TA L S AM E RICAN PART Y PL ACE Lori Dunham www.americanpartyplace.com (425) 462-7368 info@americanpartyplace.com
G R AN D E VE NT R E NTAL S Eddie Redman www.grandrents.com (425) 462-7368 eddier@grandevents.com
S DP LIG HTING & DE SIG N Andy Pope www.sdplighting.com (425) 829-2524 apope@sdplighting.com
TENTS & EVENTS PARTY RENTALS Kim or Penny (253) 872-6020 tentsandevents@gmail.com
D I S C J O C K E Y S + AU D I O ADAM S DJ SE RVICE & NW E VE NT LIG HTING Adam Tiegs www.adamsdjservice.com (425) 652-6690 adam@adamsdjservice.com
CLU BTE K PRODUC TION S Todd McKellips www.clubtekproductions.com (253) 353-1417 contact@clubtekproductions.com
INTEG R AL DJ ’ S Marc Matsui www.integraldjs.com (206) 850-5840 info@integraldjs.com
LE U JAM PRODUC TION S Dave Leu www.leujam.com (253) 537-5955 david@leujam.com
TM P PRODUC TION S Ty Podeszwa www.tmpproductionsnw.com (253) 347-2184 tmpproductions1@gmail.com
VIVA PRODUC TION S Johnny Gargano www.viva-productions.com (206) 542-5733 johnny@viva-productions.com
FITNESS + NUTRITION IT WOR KS! G LOBAL Stephanie Hardin www.stephanieh.myitworks.com (253) 202-8627 jasonandstephanie@hotmail.com
M E LT Zach Walker www.meltwellness.com (253) 777-5541 zachary@meltwellness.com
F L O R I S T S & F L OW E R S B R E N NA’ S BOUQ U ETS Brenna Smith www.wix.com/brennasbouquets (360) 886-0680 brennamonasmith@yahoo.com
PLU M TR E E FLOR AL DE SIG N S Jennifer Klingenstein (206) 227-4771 plumtreefloraldesign@gmail.com
P OS H WE DDING FLOWE RS Maureen Croft www.gardenpartytogo.com (253) 380-3500 mo@gardenpartytogo.com
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FORMAL WEAR & TUXEDOS FOR MAL IMAG E Marcus Jellen Sr www.formalimageinc.com (253) 922-3898 marcussr@formalimageinc.com
M E N S WE AR HOUS E Maureen Ryan www.menswherehouse.com (925) 849-68436 mtryan@tmw.com
TH E TUX S HOP Nancy Fox www.thetuxshops.com (503) 260-2476 marketing@mrformalinc.com
G U E S T AC C O M M O DAT I O N S HAM P TON IN N SU ITE S Autumn Shuffield www.hamptontacoma.com (253) 539-228 autumn.shuffield@hilton.com
P OU L S BO IN N & SU ITE S Shawna Seals www.poulsboinn.com (360) 779-3921 salesmgr@poulsboinn.com
HAIR ST YLISTS B R E E IN NORTH - HAIR ST YLE Breein North (425) 444-5442 breeinn@gmail.com
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ALE X’ S TR AVE L LE ADE RS Teri Trettin www.travelcenter4u.com (253) 383-8000 maryg@travelcenter4u.com
KIANA LODG E Pamela Weatherill www.kianalodge.com (206) 282-4633 pamela@kianalodge.com
VACATION INTE R NATIONAL JW WOR LD R E SOU RCE S Jeff Jackson www.viresorts.com (425) 835-3809 mailbox.jackson@gmail.com
W YN DHAM WOR LDWIDE Rebecca David www.wyndhamworldwide.com (206) 315-8657 rebecca.david@wyn.com
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TR AVE L N ET WOR K KE NT SAN DAL S Lorraine Glenn www.travelnetworkkent.net (253) 859-2040 lorraine@travelnetworkkent.net
JEWELERS & RINGS A WEDDING RING EXPERIENCE Lewis Barnes www.aweddingringexperience.com (619) 583-6982 wrw-usa@cox.net
B E N B RIDG E J E WE LE RS Stephanie Ingle www.benbridge.com (206) 239-6864 sengle@benbridge.com
COOKIE LE E Shirley Diaz (253) 202-9462 s_b_diaz@hotmail.com
KEN WALKER JEWELERS Stacey Frient www.kenwalkerjewelers.com (253) 851-6516 marketing@kenwalkerjewelers.com
MARCI JEWELRY John Borghess www.marcijewelry.com (425) 455-4567 john@marcijewelry.com
L I M O & T R A N S P O R TAT I O N A AM E RICAN LIMO Bryan Groves www.aamericanlimo.com (253) 298-7224 bryangroves@aamericanlimo.com
B LISS LUXU RY LIMOS Coral Slater www.blissluxurylimos.com (253) 880-4486 blissluxurylimos@aol.com
LIVE MUSICIANS S E AT TLE M USICIAN S ASS N LOCAL 76 - 493 Susan McLain www.local76-493.org (206) 441-7600 greensleevesharp@aol.com
PA I N T I N G PA R T I E S MOYE R STU DIO Kandance Moyer www.kandacemoyer.com (701) 351-4175 kandace42@hotmail.com
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PHOTOG R APHE RS 5TH AVE LIFE ST YLE PHOTOG R APHY BY R ACH E LLE Rachelle Erickson www.photosbyrachelle.com (425) 829-0532 info@photosbyrachelle.com
ALEX STUDIO Alex Shiu www.alexphotography.com (206) 728-9056 info@alexphotography.com
B E AUX ARTS STU DIO Lorie Weldon www.beauxartsstudio.com (253) 838-2941 lorie@beauxartsstudio.com
CE LE B R ATE YOU R S E X Y Scott Barrie www.celebrateyoursexy.com (509) 332-0106 smbimage@aol.com
COLLE E N CAR ROLL PHOTOG R APHY Colleen Carroll www.colleencarrollphotography.com (253) 278-2938 info@colleencarrollphotography.com
F7 PHOTOG R APHY Jennifer Guzman www.f7photography.com (425) 868-6829 jenniferg@f7photography.com
FR E D CALMA PHOTOG R APHY Fred Calma www.fredcalma.com (253) 927-2920 info@fredcalma.com
G R ANT HORI UCH I PHOTOG R APHY Grant Horiuchi www.horiuchi.com (206) 261-7681 grant@horiuchi.com
J OS H UA MAHAR PHOTOG R APHY Joshua Mahar www.joshuamahar.com (253) 777-2397 joshuamahar@gmail.com
LU NA B E LL A E VE NTS Kyle Miller www.lunabellaevents.com (253) 307-4488 kyle@lunabellaevents.com
PIC TU R E THIS DIG ITAL G U E STBOOK TJ Lefty www.getpicturethis.com/seattle (425) 761-1224 tj@getpicturethis.com
R E B ECCA JAN E PHOTOG R APHY Rebecca Jane www.rebeccajanephotography.net (206) 313-1731 rebecca@rebeccajane photography.net
SCOT T TU R N E R PHOTOG R APHY Scott Turner www.scottturnerphotography.com (253) 857-4895 scott@scottturnerphotography.com
VAN WHYE PHOTOG R APHY Gabriel Van Whye www.vanwyhephotography.com (253) 208-9872 vanwyhephoto@gmail.com
VOIR PHOTOG R APHY Vladimir www.voirphotography.com (206) 769-8417 info@voirphotography.com
R E C E P T I O N L O C AT I O N S B LU E RIB BON COOKING Vanessa Johns-Webster www.blueribboncooking.com (206) 328-2442 vanessa@blueribboncooking.com
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CROWN PL AZA HOTEL SEATTLE Kim Straight www.cphotelseattle.com (206) 676-3921 kstraight@cphotelseattle.com
IN DIAN SU M M E R GOLF & COU NTRY CLU B Trish Huff www.indiansummergolf.com (360) 923-1075 susan.aaron@indiansummer golf.com
KING COU NT Y AQ UATIC CE NTE R Donna Toombs www.kingcounty.gov/recreation/ parks/pools.aspx (206) 296-4550 donna.toombs@kingcounty.gov
LAKE WILDERNESS LODGE Tannley DeVincent www.maplevalleywa.gov (425) 432-9953 tannley.devincent@ maplevalleywa.gov
LE MAY - AMERICAN CAR MUSEUM Trudy Cofchin www.lemaymarymount.org (253) 536-2885 trudy@lemaymarymount.org
MCCORMICK WOODS GOLF Tiffany Schenk www.mccormickwoodsgolf.com (360) 895-0142 tschenk@clubhousemw.com
METROPOLITAN BANQUET HALL Rashpal Buttar www.metropolitanbanquethall.com (425) 306-9331 rashpalbuttar1@gmail.com
OLSON MANSION Adrielle Flinders www.olsonmansionrental.com (425) 432-1359 adrielle@galluccis.com
PIERCE COUNTY PARKS & RECREATION Andrea Clay www.piercecountywa.org/parks (253) 798-7427 aclay@co.pierce.wa.us
POINT DEFIANCE ZOO & AQUARIUM Heidi Radunzel www.pdza.org (253) 404-3805 heidi.radunzel@pdza.org
PORT GAMBLE Julie McAfee www.portgambleweddings.com (360) 297-8074 Ext. 23 jmcafee@orminc.com
REIN FIRE RANCH Rich Kaalaas www.reinfireranch.com (360) 886-5102 info@reinfireranch.com
SALT Y ’ S ALKI B E ACH Jeff Wilson www.saltys.com/alkicatering (206) 937-1085 jwilson@saltys.com
TACOMA L ANDMARK CONVENTION CENTER Lynne Blaylock www.tacomaslandmark.com (253) 272-2042 phillyhoshko@gmail.com
THORNEWOOD CASTLE Wayne & Deanna Robinson www.thornewoodcastle.com (253) 584-4393 info@thornewoodcastle.com
TROPHY L AKE GOLF & CASTING CLUB Trista Shinnick www.trophylakegolfclub.com (360) 876-8994 tristas@trophylakegolf.com
WINE & ROSES COUNTRY ESTATE Johanna Wolters www.wineandrosescountryestate.com (206) 226-9892 johannawolters@yahoo.com
WE B SE RVICES PIRQ Caterine Pellanda www.pirq.com (360) 480-6090 catherine.pellanda@pirq.com
TH E KNOT Jacqueline Ornellas www.theknot.com (877) 476-4317 jornellas@theknot.com
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WEDDING VENUES E VE NTS ON 6TH Jim Sheridan www.eventson6th.com (253) 279-7473 info@eventson6th.com
TH E R AINIE R ROOM AT TH E TRU IT T B U ILDING David Allen www.truittevents.com (253) 804-3555 david@longhornbarbecue.com
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LIB E RT Y TH E ATE R Adrielle Flinders www.thelibertytheater.com (425) 432-1359 adrielle@galluccis.com
OLD G E N E R AL STOR E WE DDINGS Diana Riehm www.generalstoreweddingand eventcenter.com (425) 740-5045 diana.generalstore@gmail.com
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AC C E S S O R I E S MICH E BAGS Shirley Diaz www.sd.miche.com (253) 202-9462 s_b_diaz@hotmail.com
THINGS REMEMBERED Rachel Frutkin www.thingsremembered.com (440) 473-2000 Ext. 5346 rfrutkin@thingsremembered.com
B E AU T Y & S K I N C A R E ADVOCAR E Jonathan LeBaron (206) 423-3338 jon@sparkchampions.com
B AC H E L O R E T T E PA R T I E S PASSION PARTIE S Jessica Pagan www.yourpassionconsultant.com/ consultants/jessicapagan/ (253) 670-0735 yourpassionhelper@gmail.com
B R I DA L C O N S U LTA N T S IN FINITE PROFE SSIONAL Dennis Weymouth www.infiniteprofessionals.com (206) 694-9317 events@infiniteprofessional.com
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B R I DA L G OW N S & D R E S S E S ALFR E D ANG E LO B RIDAL Mary Jane Fillman www.alfredangelostores.com (267) 948-1159 mjfillman@alfredangelo.com
B RIDE S & B E YON D Mounira Dlaikan www.bridesandbeyond.us (425) 275-7521 mdlaikan@yahoo.com
B R I DA L R E G I S T R Y B E D BATH & B E YON D Sasha Gersaba www.bedbath.com (808) 486-3791 sashagersaba@bedbath.com
DIN N E R FOR T WO BY 21ST CE NTU RY ’ S R P Jerry Russo www.todaysbride.com (973) 586-2316 potluckrp@yahoo.com
B R I DA L S H OW S KOH LE R E XP OS www.kohlerexpo.com (616)532-8133
C AT E R E R S ROSE ’ S CL ASSIC CATE RING Jean Cole www.rosesclassiccateringllc.com (425) 772-2292 rosesclassiccateringllc@comcast.net
DA N C E L E S S O N S ARTH U R M U R R AY - SHOR E LIN E Juliana Lee www.youcouldbedancing.com (206) 805-1815 shorelinedancers@aol.com
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SCOOTE R ’ S CUSTOM CATE RING Ralph Manguso www.scooterscustomcatering.com (206) 774-9122 scooterscustomcatering@gmail.com
DAVID ’ S B RIDAL Ingrid Kelly www.davidsbridal.com (610) 943-6217 ingrid_kelly@davidsbridal.net
D E C O R AT I O N S & R E N TA L S G R AN D E VE NT R E NTAL S Eddie Redman www.grandrents.com (425) 462-7368 eddier@grandevents.com
S DP LIG HTING & DE SIG N Andy Pope www.sdplighting.com (425) 829-2524 apope@sdplighting.com
D I S C J O C K E Y S + AU D I O LE U JAM PRODUC TION S Dave Leu www.leujam.com (253) 537-5955 david@leujam.com
OT TOMATIC MOB ILE M USIC Eric Olson www.ottoolson.com (425) 750-4111 otto@ottoolson.com
PUG ET SOU N D DJ Alan Chitlik www.pugetsounddj.com (206) 890-2930 alan@pugetsounddj.com
VIVA PRODUC TION S Johnny Gargano www.viva-productions.com (206) 542-5733 johnny@viva-productions.com
FORMAL WEAR & TUXEDOS M E N S WE AR HOUS E Maureen Ryan www.menswherehouse.com (925) 849-68436 mtryan@tmw.com
TH E TUX S HOP Nancy Fox www.thetuxshops.com (503) 260-2476 marketing@mrformalinc.com
H O N E Y M O O N VAC AT I O N S VACATION INTE R NATIONAL JW WOR LD R E SOU RCE S Jeff Jackson www.viresorts.com (425) 835-3809 mailbox.jackson@gmail.com
W YN DHAM WOR LDWIDE Rebecca David www.wyndhamworldwide.com (206) 315-8657 rebecca.david@wyn.comÂ
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JEWELERS & RINGS A WEDDING RING EXPERIENCE Lewis Barnes www.aweddingringexperience.com (619) 583-6982 wrw-usa@cox.net
B E N B RIDG E J E WE LE RS Stephanie Ingle www.benbridge.com (206) 239-6864 sengle@benbridge.com
COOKIE LE E Shirley Diaz (253) 202-9462 s_b_diaz@hotmail.com
NUTRITION & WEIGHTLOSS XOCAI (SHOW CAI) Ray Bloom www.chocolatebloom.com (425) 736-1077 rayb@chocolatebloom.com
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ALEX STUDIO Alex Shiu www.alexphotography.com (206) 728-9056 info@alexphotography.com
BLUE DOOR STUDIO PHOTOGRAPHY Heather Morris bluedoorstudiophotography.com (503) 475-4746 heather@bluedoorstudio photography.com
BSMART PHOTOG R APHY Jenny Tan www.bsmartphoto.com (206) 890-8880 jtan28@hotmail.com
CE LE B R ATE YOU R SE X Y Scott Barrie www.celebrateyoursexy.com (509) 332-0106 smbimage@aol.com
LU NA B E LL A E VE NTS Kyle Miller www.lunabellaevents.com (253) 307-4488 kyle@lunabellaevents.com
PIC TU R E THIS DIG ITAL G U E STBOOK TJ Lefty www.getpicturethis.com/seattle (425) 761-1224 tj@getpicturethis.com
STU DIO 7 Jean Durnal www.studio7wa.com (425) 283-8771 jean@studio7wa.com
VAN WHYE PHOTOG R APHY Gabriel Van Whye www.vanwyhephotography.com (253) 208-9872 vanwyhephoto@gmail.com
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R E C E P T I O N L O C AT I O N S A CHAPE L ON SWAN S TR AIL Lynn Hallstrom www.swanstrailchapel.com (425) 315-5623 lynn@swanstrailchapel.com
B LU E RIB BON COOKING Vanessa Johns-Webster www.blueribboncooking.com (206) 328-2442 vanessa@blueribboncooking.com
HOLLY WOOD SCHOOLHOUSE Lori Reeder www.hollywoodschoolhouse.com (425) 481-7925 info@hollywoodschoolhouse.com
KNIG HTS OF COLU M B US Cindy Roeter www.kofchall.com (425) 418-3185 roeterhouse@frontier.com
TH E OLD S PAG H ET TI FAC TORY Rachael Steer www.oss.com (425) 672-7006 lynnwood2@oss.com
WE B SE RVICES PIRQ Caterine Pellanda www.pirq.com (360) 480-6090 catherine.pellanda@pirq.com
WEDDING VENUES LE IFE R MANOR Melody Leifer-Fitzmaurice www.leifermanor.com (360) 659-2285 leifermanor@yahoo.com
MONTE CRISTO BALLROOM Tawana Moses www.montecristoballroom.com (425) 740-5045 tawana@montecristoballroom.com
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