Classic Wedding Magazine Spring 2019

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The perfect location for a beautifully elegant and unique wedding, reception or any special occasion.

Specializing in any size events; making your vision a reality.

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TIMELESS ELEGANCE

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9 Oaks Farm is located in rural Monroe, Georgia. The sprawling landscape sets the scene for an intimate wedding surrounded by cultivated gardens, towering trees, and pastoral fields. We can host up to 250 guests.

9 Oaks Farm works to make each wedding as unique as the couple. Visit us online to find out more and start planning the wedding of your dreams today!

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CLASSIC WEDDING MAGAZINE | SPRING / SUMMER 2019

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Michelle Houston Photography

Morgan Blake Photography

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255 Milledge Hardeman-Sams Estate 255 S Milledge Ave Athens, GA 30605 (706) 549-1116 www.255milledge.com events@255milledge.com See more about 255 Milledge on pages 28-89 Photography by Morgan Blake Photography

SUMMER ISSUE

2425 Warehouse 2425 GA Highway 83 Monroe, GA 36055 (706 ) 296-0945 2425warehouse.com info@2425warehouse.com See more about 2425 Warehouse on pages 28-89 Photography by June Bird Photography

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Destination: Dominican Republic

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TIPS FROM A PROFESSIONAL Wedding Design

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TIPS FROM A PROFESSIONAL Trending Colors

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LOCAL FAVORITES

REAL WEDDING

Boland Wedding Photography

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Pretty & Practical

Historic Smithonia Farm

WEDDING HAIR STYLES

REAL WEDDING

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DESTINATION HONEYMOON India

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THE LANGUAGE OF FLOWERS

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Great Looks For Your Special Day

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REAL WEDDING

Destination: South Africa

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FROM the

editor Publisher Susan Alvarado Editor Kaitlin Hawthorne

Celebrate Your Love

While I love all of our editions, this one is particularly dear to me. It features the wedding of two of my best friends who had their gorgeous wedding in South Africa.

While being an attendant in and celebrating with the small but amazing group of us who ventured there it really struck me the importance of people at your wedding. Planning a wedding whether it is local or a destination always has the challenge of who to invite and who will attend. Manners will always dictate that some people will have to be invited, but some I want to encourage you to think about who sparks joy in your life and make sure that they make the cut. (I have been binge watching Marie Kondo on Netflix, if you are combining your houses or not we could all use some tidying up) There are a lot of events surrounding a wedding: showers, and parties. These are the perfect opportunity to start introducing guests to each other and encourage merriment. Before events are particularly important if you have groups of people who do not know each other and will add to everyone’s enjoyment of the wedding. Because we all traveled so far, we had ample time for bonding and really made the wedding feel like a family affair, this can be easily emulated in your event by planning dinners and events closer to the time for anyone traveling to your wedding.

After all, your wedding is a celebration of your love and the people who love you celebrating together.

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Contributing Editors Amy Locke Kim Moss Jennifer Sapp Creative Director Mike McDaniel Web Design Kaitlin Hawthorne Advertising 770.364.7491 sales@classicweddingmagazine.com susan@classicweddingmagazine.com McMahan Productions PO Box 897 Suwanee, Ga 30024 The Classic Wedding Magazine PO Box 897 Suwanee, GA 30024 www.classicweddingmagazine.com The Classic Wedding Magazine A McMahan Productions publication McMahan Productions, LLC All rights reserved.

The Classic Wedding Magazine is published quarterly by McMahan Productions. The opinions expressed by contributing writers are not necessarily those of the editor, the publisher or of The Classic Wedding Magazine. No part of this magazine may be reproduced without prior consent of the publisher.

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Des na on: Dominican Republic

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Emily & Matt

The couple first met each other playing video games. Not the most common way for a couple to meet and get to know each other, and then eventually fall in love. But playing xbox seemed to be the shot of Cupid’s Arrow that struck them both. Their destination wedding was in the Dominican Republic at an all inclusive resort.

They were married in the Dominican afternoon sun and had a sunset reception complete with dinner and cocktails, surrounded by family and close friends.

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Vendors

Venue and Catering: Dreams Resort and Spa Punta Cana, Dominican Republic Photography: Carrie Jean Photography, Gainesville, GA

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Tips From a Professional

Is Pinterest Helping or Hurting Your Wedding Design?

Featured Business Partner: It Takes Two Events You have too much on your plate to waste time on Pinterest! Make the most of your time and money with the help of a design-focused Wedding Planner.

Have you ever browsed Pinterest for what seems like an eternity, only to come away more confused and disorganized than before?

This is what we call the Black Hole. You go in searching for greenery and white peonies, but you come out rethinking your entire wedding design! Don’t get me wrong - I love the inspiration that can come from the internet, but sifting through it is intimidating, to say the least.

Hiring talented vendors is key to making your vision come to life, and hiring one person to help you find those vendors and communicate your vision should be one of the first steps you take.

Along with keeping you organized and on-track, a Wedding Planner will dive into the details of your design to create a cohesive, personalized aesthetic. You’re still guiding the vision, but you’ll find you won’t be wasting your time searching for images and the vendors who can recreate them! You may need to hire multiple design vendors to achieve the look you envision, and your Planner will know where to find them, whether they’re in your budget, and if their style is in line with yours.

We especially appreciate details like:

Elements from your reception design being included in wedding stationery, like bringing the greenery from your estate table to your invitation liner

Thoughtful signage and favors that incorporate your passions, like custom sketches of your puppies on glass tumblers

Specialty linens that add texture, depth, and personality

Lighting that delivers the perfect mood and sets the tone

Lastly, your Wedding Planner will be the one who is tying together all of the little details, like perfectly aligning chairs, adjusting napkin folds, and hiding stray stems, giving you the publication-ready wedding you envisioned!

Wedding Planner - Jennifer Sapp, It Takes Two Events See our ad on Page 14.

Photos: Michele Houston Photography Florals: Everything and More Events Venue: 255 Milledge Rentals: Goodwin Events

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Tips From a Professional

Incorporate Pantone’s Color of the Year in Your Wedding Featured Business Partner: Kim Moss, 255 Milledge Wedding & Event Venue In case you haven’t heard by now, Pantone’s 2019 Color of the Year is “living coral”— Selected for its animating and life-affirming hue, the golden undertone is said to be energizing and enlivening with a softer edge” For 20 years, the Pantone Color Institute has chosen the “Color of the Year” – meant to be a symbol of the new year to come. The Pantone Color Institute describes this year’s shade as embracing people with warmth and nourishment to provide comfort in our continually shifting environment.

Representing optimism, joy, and playfulness, coral would make an admirable accent color for weddings – especially those in the spring or summer months.

All that is to say, the hue is ideal if you’re still planning out the color palette of your wedding celebration, Living Coral is NOT just for the sandy beach wedding and no it’s not as hard to use as you may think. There are many ways to incorporate Living Coral to lighten and brighten your day without it stealing the whole show. If you are looking for a warmer palette, some golds and mustard yellows would tone down the coral. For a brighter color palette, try turquoise and aqua, to help enhance the coral Pair will dark blue with it for a classic color palette. This truly is a versatile color that can be mixed many different ways to make your dream palette.

I was fortunate enough to have a bride who chose this color palette long before Pantone made it Color of the Year. It’s on trend, yes, but it’s also naturally timeless, bright and joyful. (Seriously—how could you not smile seeing this shade?) From fruits to florals, check out some of the ways our bride used living coral into their wedding celebration.

A wedding is a personal expression of your love. Using colors and textures can help make your unique wedding day come to life.

Kim Moss Beautifully captured by Mo Blake Photography

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Jar cakes are perfect for any occasion especially wedding favors for your guests at the wedding reception. All of my cakes are homemade and 3rd generation recipes.

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LIVE WIRE ATHENS is a rustic, industrial event venue nestled in downtown Athens, GA.

Whether you host your event on-site or at another location, the Robertson Family can provide the services you need for a top-notch event.

Locally owned and operated by the Robertson Family, this former warehouse has been transformed into a multifaceted venue perfect for your upcoming event.

Family hospitality with professional service for your custom occasion.

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EnChanning Occasions has endless photo ops both natural and thoughtfully planned. Unique to our venue is the 22 foot wide, full masonry fireplace and our beautiful Bridal Suite housed within the barn made to look like a tiny-house style cottage.

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Your ceremony is the heart of your wedding day. Make it special!

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Tell Judy about your ideal ceremony and let her help you realize your dream.

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Thompson House is a stunning Victorian farmhouse from the 1880’s. It embodies southern charm and hospitality creating a beautifully unique setting for any event.

We can host up to 200 guests. Visit us online to find out more and start planning the wedding of your dreams today!

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Cailey & Daniel

Cailey & Daniel met on the very first day of their sophomore year of high school. They were seated next to each other in history class, and the rest is history!

Their wedding at 9 Oaks Farm was a fairy-tale. It was a very personalized wedding with numerous details such as custom m&ms, hershey’s kisses, koozies, cups, cookies, etc. When it was time for the ceremony, Cailey surprised Daniel by arriving in a horse & carriage. Later at the reception, they were both surprised by the arrival of King of Pops (their favorite!).

It was a bright and sunny day ALL day... except for about 10 minutes that fell during the ceremony! Everyone had such awesome attitudes and laughed it off. Right after Cailey & Daniel shared their first kiss as husband and wife and proceeded back down the aisle, the rain stopped. It will make for a great story when they reminisce over their wedding day.

To end this fairy-tale wedding, the couple left under a sky of fireworks, a more perfect exit for these two Disney lovers.

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Venue: 9 Oaks Farm Hair & Makeup: Bombshell Creations Bride’s dress: Winnie Couture Bridesmaids dresses: Formally Yours

Vendors

Rings: Gainesville Jewelry Mens’ wear: Men’s Wearhouse DJ: Randy Burton of Dynamite Entertainment

Florist: Flowers by On Caterer: Mama’s Boy Cake: The Baking Grounds Videographer: Sam Welbourne Films

Planner: Weddings by Clellie Photography: Claire Diana Photography Photo Booth: Family Ties Photo Booth Popsicles: King of Pops Horse & Carriage: Back When Carriage Rides

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TRACI POUNDS Ge o r g i a Ma s t e r Fl o r i s t

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We can run your reception from planning to cleanup and everything in between.

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Laura & Kyle

Sometimes you meet the love of your life while working. That’s what happened for Laura and Kyle. The couple met in 2008, when stuntman Kyle helped fit actress, singer & musician Laura for a harness while working on a commercial with Taylor Swift.

They did not see each other again until 2015, when Kyle’s friend re-introduced them. Two years later in 2017, Kyle proposed at sunrise at the Grand Canyon. Born in Athens, Laura chose Historic Smithonia Farm to host their boot friendly, country casual, wedding. The ceremony took place outdoors and her pup Henri served as “best dog.” After the wedding the guests were served local barbecue and enjoyed music and dancing.

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Vendors

Venue: Historic Smithonia Farm Flowers - Sheila Rivera Wedding Coordinator - Duncan & Company Catering - Tom Little, Hot Thomas BBQ Photography - Matthew Coleman

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Honeymoon in India Looking for a romantic honeymoon destination that combines adventure with relaxation? India enchants with exotic appeal that permeates the country, from the snowy peaks of the Himalayas to the tropical forested peninsula.

Like your new marriage, India is synonymous with grace, beauty, and intrigue. Be transported into this land of contrasts, where bustling city streets meet languid-river villages. Explore sacred temples and ancient palaces. Get lost in a dizzying cacophony of sights, scents, and sounds.

India’s vivid colors, vibrant spices, and exquisite architecture create an inimitable mélange that beguiles all who visit. Still, there’s an intangible quality that mysteriously touches the soul. While India’s intrigue may forever evade description, it’s inextricably tied to the people you’ll meet.

India offers a different aspect of her personality—exotic, extravagant, elegant, eclectic—to each traveler. However, the overall theme throughout the entire country is simply “love.” What better place for a honeymoon, since love is what your brand-new marriage is all about?

Ready for your honeymoon in India? Set up a consultation with a Global Escapes honeymoon specialist today by calling 706-549-1164 or emailing info@globalescapes.com.

Article Contributed by Global Escapes.

Global Escapes is a travel consulting company based in Athens, Georgia.

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The modern wedding has a lot to thank the Victorian Age for. After all, it was Queen Victoria that made wearing a white dress all the rage in bridal fashion. Before her marriage to Prince Albert, Western wedding dresses came in a variety of colors.

Another trend that was popular during the Victorian Age? The Language of Flowers of Floriography. (Perhaps bonus points for trivia nights) There is a lot of symbols on your wedding day, the veil, the rings, the attendants, the vows. Why not choose some flowers that will speak for you on what you want to convey about your love on your wedding day?

Here are a few popular flowers for bouquets and the meaning behind them according to the Victorian Language of Flowers.

Anemone: Anticipation and excitement for something in the future Baby Breath: The ultimate bouquet filler: Everlasting love.

Calla Lily: Overwhelming beauty. Yes please!

Carnation: Love. In the Victorian era, admirers would send replies to love decorations by colored carnations. Yellow was no, so that might be something to keep in mind, or not we aren’t in the Victorian age.

Dahilia: Lasting love and commitment Boland Weddings

Daisy: True love – because each daisy flower is really two flowers blended together in harmony. That’s a big message for a relatively unassuming flower.

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Boland Weddings

Gardenia: You’re lovely. Thanks, flower!

You’re not so bad yourself Hydrangea: Heartfelt emotion Orchid: Love and Beauty Peony: Honor, Wealth and Romantic Love.

Yes to all of this please!

Ranunculus: Radiant charm Rose: Love, Beauty, Devotion, Timelessness.

With over 100 species this flower has about as many things to say.

Sweet Pea: Blissful pleasure.

Tulip: Perfect, enduring love.

Bonus: The meaning behind the main flower of our South African Destination Wedding: Protea- Courage and Compassion Different colors of flowers can also have different meanings. If you are interested flowermeaning.com is a beautiful resource.

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Discuss the budget and who will pay for what Choose the kind of wedding you will have – theme, date, and time o Start your (private) pinterest board Decide on your venue o Begin your search at www.classicweddingmagazine.com o It’s hard to sometimes be concrete on date until you confirm venue! o Find out church/venue requirements to plan remainder of big day Look at reception locations and reserve Hire a wedding consultant Choose the honored roles – bridesmaids, groomsmen, ushers, flower girl, ring bearer Discuss the guest list with fiancé and families Discuss honeymoon and reservations o Give plenty of time to get passport if needed o Contact Global Escapes on page 29 Develop an organization system for contracts, ideas, photos, invitations, gifts, and thank you notes Start looking for a wedding gown, veil, accessories and your attendant’s attire

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Start customizing and looking at invitations Finalize Guest list Begin to send out save-the-date cards Select your photographer, florist, caterer, and/or videographer and band/DJ o Schedule engagement photo’s Sign up for your gift registry

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Place wedding announcement in local newspaper Order wedding stationary (invitations, envelopes, programs) Start shopping for the bridal party’s attire Book limo/transportation Finalize arrangements with a florist Select a caterer Select wedding cake Start planning wedding decorations and book rental items needed Decide on wedding favors to go with theme or personalize a gift Set time, date and location for rehearsal dinner Arrange accommodations for out-of-town guests Select and book honeymoon night suite

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2-3 Months -

Buy the cake knife, guest book, toasting glasses and garter Choose gifts for bridal party, parents and helpers Host a “invitation writing party” and send out invitations Customize your wedding vows, if you plan to do them yourself Check state/county marriage license requirements Plan rehearsal/dinner, ceremony, reception, menus, and all music involved Buy wedding bands Trial run of hair and makeup; bring your headpiece (veil) o Get formal bridal portrait Begin putting together your ceremony program

1 Month -

Confirm honeymoon reservations Meet with your photographer and videographer for last minute details Discuss final details with wedding consultant Maintain a record of RSVP’s Pick up marriage license Confirm all final payment amounts, dates and times with vendors Select ushers to seat your guests Mail invitations for rehearsal dinner Select something old, new, borrowed and blue

2 Weeks -

Write seating cards and place cards for the reception Call guests who have not yet responded to wedding and rehearsal dinner invitations Decide on rehearsal/receptions toasts – who you would like to speak Final fittings for yourself and bridesmaids

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Make a wedding day itinerary Pick up wedding rings Give photographer a photo checklist Give musicians a list of your music selection Confirm honeymoon plans

1 Week -

Give reception/caterer final number of guests Confirm ALL vendors you have hired and give them the number of your wedding consultant Pick up men’s formalwear and your wedding gown Pack for honeymoon and wedding night Clean engagement ring Arrange mail collection and pet for while you are on honeymoon Remind wedding party and families what time they need to show up for rehearsal

1 Day before -

Drop all wedding accessories and décor off at ceremony and reception locations Get manicure and pedicure At rehearsal, confirm wedding party and family knows time to be ready for pictures

Wedding Day -

Send groom special notes and/or gifts throughout the day Switch engagement ring to your right hand before the ceremony Make sure the Maid of Honor has the grooms ring and Best Man has brides ring

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Tips From a Professional

Pretty and Practical: Picking the Perfect Wedding Venue Featured Business Partner: Hays - McDonald Farm By: Amy Locke When a bride starts the search for the perfect venue she has a dream of beautiful lighting, elegant table settings, and gorgeous flowers.

Every little detail is perfect. Touring wedding venues seeing the pretty is easy but remember to take a step back and see the practical. Think of entering your wedding as a guest and as a vendor.

Practical guest accommodations at your wedding will make your day more enjoyable for everyone. Happy guest stay longer, dance more and leave happy. Think about how your guest enter your reception: where will they park, is there handicap parking or drop off area? If your ceremony is outdoors does your venue have a rain plan? Are the restrooms convenient and accessible? Is there a place to feed/change a baby? Does Uber or Lyft service the area? The answers to these questions will help make sure your guest enjoy your special day.

Next think about your vendors/services. What does the venue supply? Does the venue provide the services or can you choose your own? How much time are you allowed to setup/cleanup? Is there a kitchen? Access to water for caterers and bartender? Refrigeration for cake and flowers? Electricity for your DJ or band? Where do vendors setup and park? Do you need security? What are the insurance requirements? Enough room for a Photobooth? A place for food trucks? Making sure your vendors have everything the vendors need to do a great job for your wedding day will take away the stress.

It is easy to get excited by the pretty of a wedding venue just remember the practical helps make your day run smoothly. The pretty and the practical will make your wedding day perfect.

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When Annabelle & Scot met on her first day of work, it was not love at first sight. When Scot left for another job, he realized how much he missed seeing her every day and looked for an opportunity to bring Annabelle on board at his new company. When they started working together again, it became apparent to them (it already was to all of their friends) that they were meant to be together. When Annabelle needed a place to move her cats in pinch, Scot volunteered his apartment and the rest is, as they say, history.

Annabelle and Scot share a love of travel, food, and wine. Scot proposed to Annabelle at the Warwick Wine Estate in Stellenbosch, South Africa.

Seeing as they both had family and friends spread throughout the globe, they decided South Africa would be the place that they also wanted to get married.

Their mini United Nations of guests descended upon Cape Town and the surrounding area for a celebration of the love between these two. Everyone was encouraged to see the city, but dinners were largely together for additional bonding. The wine themed wedding took place in Stellenbosch.

After the ceremony, guests were encouraged to drink up, and play lawn games before having a South African Braai dinner with Portuguese Fish Station. After dinner was dancing and general merriment before a midnight taco truck to end the evening. The wedding was truly a celebration of the love between these two and the people who love them both.

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Photography: Natasha Louw and Markus Gericke for Boland Weddings Wedding Dress: BHLDN Grooms Suit: Twisted Tailor Bridesmaids Dresses: ASOS

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Live Wire Athens 706.543.8283 www.Livewireathens.com 227 W Dougherty St, Athens, GA See Page 18 jefferson civic center 706.367.5754 www.cityofjeffersonga.com/civiccenter 65 Kissam St, Jefferson, GA See Page 2 Madison Welcome Center 706.342.4454 115 E Jefferson St, Madison, GA See Page 37 TAYLOR GRADY HOUSE 706.549.8688 www.taylorgradyhouse.com 634 Prince Ave, Athens, GA See Page 3 The State Botanical Gardens of Georgia 706.542.1244 www.botgarden.uga.edu 2450 S Milledge Ave, Athens, GA See Page 9 The Thompson House 770.725.6252 www.Thethompsonhouseandgardens.com 1431 Atlanta Hwy, Bogart, GA See Page 21

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