The Classic Wedding Magazine - Spring 23

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All photos by Focused Photography by Beth

Taylor Handte Photography

Taylor Handte Photography

Taylor Handte Photography

Taylor Handte Photography

Taylor Ann Photography

Abigail Cartwright Photography

Pinnacle Photography

Savannah H Photography

Savannah H Photography

Wild Cicada Images

Danielle Hulsey Photography

Taylor Handte Photography

Molly Price Photography

Video Wiz Productions

Photography by Anna Hall

Photography by Anna Hall

Photography by Anna Hall

Photography by Anna Hall

Photography by Anna Hall

Inspiration

As the temperatures rise and the flowers bloom, we welcome you to the Spring and Summer editions of the Classic Wedding Magazine. This is the time of year when love is in the air, and we are thrilled to bring you the latest trends and inspiration to help you plan your dream wedding.

In this issue, you’ll find an array of stunning real weddings that showcase the natural beauty of the North Georgia region. From rustic barns to elegant mansions, we’ve got something for every couple’s taste.

We know that planning a wedding can be overwhelming, which is why we’ve included articles to assist in wedding planning and how to choose the right wedding vendors for your big day. We’ve also got tips on how to be creative and make your wedding uniquely yours.

We hope you enjoy this edition of our magazine and find it helpful in planning your perfect North Georgia wedding. As always, we love to hear from our readers, so please share your wedding stories and photos with us on social media using the hashtag #ClassicWeddingMagazine

Happy Planning!

the editor FROM Kaitl

TIPS FROM A PROFESSIONAL

Mak g the traditi al traditi al

Wedding cakes are usually one of the first things couples think about when planning their weddings. Wedding cakes have been a tradition since medieval times. Different cultures have different versions and flavors of cakes and there are many customs regarding the cake. Do you want to save the top tier for your first anniversary? Many couples decide against this for various reasons and chose to order the same cake from their baker for their first anniversary. I have been recreating a “top tier” for one couple for ten years now.

One tradition that still stands is cutting the cake. Most weddings include the couple cutting the cake with both hands on one knife for their photo album. This represents the first thing they accomplish together in their marriage and feeding each other the first bite of cake can symbolize providing and caring for one another.

Wedding cakes can be naked-iced, rustic, decorated like a tree stump, covered in flowers, designed like a slab of marble, have succulent details, have elaborate/glamorous scrollwork, or elegant stenciling, have a boho theme with pampas grass and dried botanicals, along with many more motifs. More and more cakes have tantalizing flavors like spice cake with browned butter frosting, cookies and cream cake with buttercream infused with sandwich cookies, strawberry lemonade, champagne, orange, key lime, Italian cream, or even something fun like confetti or rainbow colors inside.

Traditionally, the groom’s cake would have a richer flavor such as chocolate, peanut butter, red velvet, or carrot cake. In years past, the groom's cake was a simple layered dessert cake. In a popular movie that came out in the late 80s, the groom’s cake was an armadillo shape with red velvet flavored cake.

There are many options to consider when ordering a groom’s cake. Some couples pick out the design together. It can complement a bride’s cake on the same table or staged somewhere alone. Brides sometimes like to pick out a groom’s cake as a surprise for a wedding gift. The

CREATIVE CAKES

Business Partner: Julie McDaniel

Artful Cakery By Julie

groom might know the bride is ordering a cake for their special day but not know the design or they could be completely surprised by having a groom’s cake at all. Another idea is to serve the groom’s cake at the rehearsal dinner the day before the wedding. Popular groom’s cake inspiration comes from numerous interests. Some are sports themed or show another interest like gaming playing chess, board games, or billiards. If a groom has a favorite vehicle, whether one he owns or a dream ride, that could be replicated. Musically inclined couples may choose a boom box, guitar pick, or instrument. Many couples wish to include their pets or other beloved animals onto the cake since they often cannot attend the wedding. Additionally favorite foods are represented in some groom’s cakes. Does he like hamburgers, hotdogs or pizza? How about beer, whiskey, wine, cola, or milk and cookies? Professions can also be turned into cake in the way of uniforms, a fire truck, or a stethoscope for a doctor.

Consider other options for your wedding besides just cake. Popular ideas from the past few years would be a cutting cake for pictures and for the couple to share but cupcakes for the guests. Dessert table buffets are a prominent option now. Several ideas would be cake pops, brownies, royal icing decorated sugar cookies, wedding cookies, chocolate chip or sugar sandwich cookies, cookie cakes, dessert cakes, crispy rice treats chocolate covered sandwich cookies, brownie bites, cupcakes, two-bite mini cupcakes, pies, petit fours, or dessert shots. For a brunch wedding, a sweet traditional cake might not be as popular a choice as pastries, donuts, scones, cinnamon rolls, muffins, banana bread or other similar items.

As you can see, couples are now thinking outside the box with a unique spin on their dessert offerings that represent the couple’s interests, history, and flavor preferences. Do not feel pressured to go with traditions if the untraditional seems a better fit for your dream wedding.

Julie McDaniel Artful Cakery By Julie See Our Ad On Page 14

Tracey & Caleb

Tracey & Caleb have been together since they were 18. They met at the veterinary clinic where Tracey worked. It was love at first sight for Tracey as the moment she saw him she knew he was “the one”. They got married in July at 9 Oaks Farm in Monroe,Ga. Tracey shared “It was by far one of the best days ever. All of our vendors went above and beyond to make our day so special for not only us but our families and friends as well”.

A unique feature of the wedding was Tracey and Caleb decided to brand a piece of wood for their unity ceremony. The brand was the first initial of each of their names and a heart in the middle. They chose this because it was different from the usual unity ceremony. Tracy rodeos and her parents have a farm and they thought it would be cool to have their own brand. It was quite an interesting task to figure out how to get the brand hot enough to work. Caleb tried several things like a charcoal grill to a blowtorch to get it hot in a timely manner and not catch anything or anyone on fire!

There are so many memories that were so special for the couple from Caleb getting their sweet puppy Sadie as a wedding gift to the special dance they did for Tracey’s uncle and his daughter.....and oh my, the fireworks send off ! They feel truly blessed that God placed each and every person that was a part of the wedding ( vendors, guests, family) into our lives. Tracey will never forget the moment she walked down the aisle to the love of her life and felt it truly was magical. They couple have a handsome little three-year-old together who is their pride and joy.

Photography: Molly Price Photography

Venue: 9 Oaks Farm*

Coordination: Simply I Do Weddings and Events*

Florals: Flowers by On

DJ: DJ Randy; Dynamite Entertainment

Pyrotechnics: Dynamite Entertainment

Video: Watson Videography

Hair and Makeup: Kayla Walters Hair and Makeup*

Dress: Magnolia Laine Bridal

Cake: The Posh Cakery

Catering: Masters Table

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9 Oaks Farm is located in rural Monroe, Georgia, only 25 minutes from downtown Athens and a short drive from Atlanta. The sprawling landscape and rustic barn sets the scene for an intimate wedding surrounded by cultivated gardens, towering trees, and pastoral fields. With a capacity of 200 guests, an in-house florist, a variety of decor and onsite tables, chairs, and linens, 9 Oaks Farm handles the heavy lifting of wedding planning!

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Jas & Eth

Jasan and Ethan met in high school. Ethan had to move schools halfway through his junior year and met Jasan during his first day at the new high school. They became friends and started dating a few months later. They both attended UGA and worked together at the Olive Garden in Athens during college.

Ethan proposed in December under the big Christmas tree in downtown Athens. Ethan’s sister called in a favor and had a videographer stationed far enough away so Jasan didn’t get suspicious. He also had a group of friends and family hiding around the block so that after she said yes, they came out to celebrate.

Jasan & Ethan tied the knot in June 2022, twice. Her family planned several events prior to the actual wedding that took place over fi ve days: a pre-wedding ceremony called a vatna (where the family puts yogurt on the faces of the couple and acts as kind of a blessing over the rest of the events), a henna ceremony, a preengagement party,a horse and buggy ride through their small town

square, the actual wedding at the Gurdwara in Stone Mountain, a send off, and a reception.

Immediately after, they had the Athens wedding. Instead of a unity candle, the couple decided to build a bench. They built it themselves and put the final screw in during the ceremony. At the reception they used the bench as their guest book, and now the bottom side is covered with signatures that would usually be left unseen in a guest book. The thinking behind the bench was that they wanted something with more utility instead of pure symbolism--something solid that represents their relationship (they had to build it together, literally and figuratively). Ethan also liked the idea of using power tools on stage. The bench now resides in their foyer.

It was a wild ride and everyone was exhausted by the end of it, but it was wonderful to celebrate with the people they love and who love them.

1st Ceremony Venue: Gurdwara Sahib Sikh Study Circle - Stone Mountain

2nd Ceremony Venue: First Baptist Church, Athens

Reception Venue: 255 Milledge*

Wedding Coordinator: Christina Holloway with Just Peachy Events

Photographer for 1st ceremony events: Video Wiz Productions

Photographer for 2nd ceremony events: Wildlands Photos

Videographer: Chad Reid with Legacy Media Group

Florist: Your Best Guest

DJ: Chris Anani with Sound Insight

Catering: Trumps Catering* & Taste of India

Hair & Makeup: Bree Alexander Brown

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Surita V Photography

Sarah Eubanks Photography

Michelle Scott Photography

Michelle Scott Photography

Michelle Scott Photography

Michelle Scott Photography

Michelle Scott Photography

Michelle Scott Photography

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presenting you with limited options to choose from, we thoughtfully combine cultural heritage, dietary

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to create a deliciously cohesive menu that speaks to each couple.

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TIPS FROM A PROFESSIONAL

W e d g r wedd g c y?

Through the centuries and across many cultures, wine has been a part of the wedding tradition. Wine and vineyards were considered the source of life, vitality, and love which were precious gifts from Dionysus, the ancient Greek god of wine (also called Bacchus in ancient Rome).

Today, wine ceremonies are becoming more and more popular signifying the joining or blending of families. A wine ritual can be included in the ceremony several different ways.

Like a lovely Bordeaux, your marriage is a beautiful blended representation of families coming together. At the beginning of the ceremony, both sides of the families will choose a bottle of wine, and pour a glass which is then presented as a gesture of goodwill to their incoming family member.

WINE WITH YOUR WEDDING

Business Partner: Stacey Cornelius

First Mountain Tasting Room

Another popular ritual is blending of wines, which usually takes place after the ring exchange. An empty carafe called a “Marriage Carafe” and two full wine glasses are placed on a small table near the couple. The couple blends the wines together in the carafe, the two pour the blended wine back into the glasses, and then toast each other.

Perhaps an intimate wine tasting with your wedding party before the big event is more your style. Who doesn’t enjoy wine with friends and family while getting ready for the big event? Your rehearsal dinner or reception will be the talk of the town if you include a wine pairing with the meal. Regardless of how a couple chooses to use wine as a part of their celebration, it will definitely add a touch of elegance.

Stacey Cornelius

First Mountain Tasting Room

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“A good wine, like a good marriage, is the result of many years of hard work. Nurturing the vine, tender care of the grape, thoughtful mix of ingredients, patient fermenting yields unique flavors and sophistication with each passing year.”

Honor

At Foxhall, we believe your wedding deserves a one-of-akind setting - a place that reflects your love of the great outdoors, and embraces the true meaning of Southern hospitality and life’s simple pleasures. We invite you to celebrate your wedding amid the rustic, refined beauty of the South’s premier outdoor lifestyle resort. Located less than 25 minutes from Atlanta’s HartsfieldJackson International Airport, Foxhall Resort offers a unique collection of event venues, ranging from a stately stone stable to an expansive lakeside event lawn.

(770)489-4380

Photo by Be Light Photography

Ansley d J es

Imagine meeting your future spouse in first grade. That’s exactly what happened to James and Ansley ! Way back in first grade they created a strong friendship which carried them through high school and into college at the University of Georgia. The couple began dating the summer before their senior year. James and Ansley knew as they drove home after their second date with huge smiles on their faces that they had found their forever. Throughout their four years of dating, they enjoyed attending Georgia football games, playing golf, and raising their golden retriever, Maverick.

When it came time to propose, James asked Ansley’s father for permission, purchased the perfect engagement ring, and reached out to Ansley’s cousin, Mary Ellen Baker to plan a surprise engagement. James knew the location had to be North Campus. He planned a trip to Athens telling Ansley they were there to celebrate her birthday. Mary Ellen, who owns Georgia Grace Weddings, helped James book an amazing photographer and they put their plan into motion. Before Ansley knew it, James was on one knee as both of their families watched from a nearby building.

Ansley & James knew they wanted a classic wedding with simple and clean designs. The most important factors to them were floral design and including small details that would express their personalities and interests. Mary Ellen went from proposal planner to wedding planner, and helped the couple choose a dream team of vendors which started with their venue, The Farm at High Shoals. Before they knew it, James and Ansley were surrounded by their friends and family on a beautiful day in May.

Looking back on their wedding day, they quickly agree their first look was one of the best moments because they were able to share their personal vows to each other all alone. James also puts the moment he saw Ansley turn the corner to walk down the aisle at the top of his list.

From their romantic outdoor ceremony, to their picturesque cocktail hour on the venue’s island, to their dance party reception featuring the band, Az-Izz...the whole day was truly one no one will ever forget.

Venue: The Farm at High Shoals

Wedding Planning: Mary Ellen Baker, *Georgia Grace Weddings

Florist: Gardenia Floral Design

Catering: Hallie Jane’s Catering

Photographer: Danielle Hulsey

Videographer: Daniel Shackleford

Ceremony Musicians: Athena Quartet

Hair & Makeup: Rachel Carter

Wedding Cake: The Frosted Pumpkin

Soft Seating: Lake Oconee Rentals

Tent, Chair & Bar Rentals: Oconee Events

Specialty Linens: BBJ La Tavola

Late Night Snack: Chick-Fil-A

Transportation: Urbana and Fat Boys Golf Carts

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Forever Love Photography- Tamela Hall

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Checklist Wedd g

6-12 Months

Discuss the budget and who will pay for what

Choose the kind of wedding you will have – theme, date, and time Start your (private) pinterest board

Decide on your venue

Begin your search at www.classicweddingmagazine.com

It’s hard to sometimes be concrete on date until you confirm venue!

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

Give plenty of time to get passport if needed Contact Travel Agency

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

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

Schedule engagement photos

Sign up for your gift registry

4-5 Months

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

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)

_ 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

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

Av ie & C n

Connor and Averie’s love story began at the University of West Georgia. They went to high school together but didn’t cross paths until college. They remained friends for a while, but as time went on they knew their was an undeniable spark between them.

A week after getting engaged, Averie found White Fox Cottage and was drawn to its simple elegance. They had decided that a spring or summer wedding fit them best and White Fox was the perfect canvas for Averie’s bright floral inspiration. Choosing wedding colors can be tricky, but they decided on pinks, corals, whites and lots of greenery. These colors represented Connor and Averie’s fun and positive personalities and suited them so well. Weddings by Epic brought Averie’s floral dreams to life. Wedding planning comes with lots of choices and hard decisions, but looking back it’s the memories made that are so special. Averie and her dad Michael had a surprise dance which included family and the wedding party. It was the talk of the night. Getting off the dance floor was the most difficult task, but they ended with Chick-fil-A sandwiches which was a great send off! This night will be unforgettable to them thanks to great vendors, family and friends who helped make it the night of their dreams.

DJ

Hair/

Food - Classic City Chef, Mickey

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Officiant, Scott Davis

Cake, Tis So Sweet, Carol Hamby * See Our Ad

Venue - White Fox Cottage*

Photographer/Videographer- Taylor Handte Photography

Make-up - Make Me Up Georgia

- Sounds Right Entertainment, Seth Martin

By Epic florist- Jennifer Lott

Res rce Registry

ACCOMMODATIONS, HOTELS & VENUES

2425 WAREHOUSE AT 9 OAKS FARM

706.296.0945

2425warehouse.com

2425 Highway 83 Monroe, GA

See page 37

255 MILLEDGE HARDEMAN-SAMS HOUSE & GARDENS

255milledge.com

255 South Milledge Avenue, Athens GA

Spring Issue page 23

Summer Issue pages 24-25

9 OAKS FARM

678.635.7157

9oaksfarm.com

2425 Ga Highway 83 Monroe, GA

See page 13

COUNTRYSIDE MANOR

404.488.5011

404.422.4673

countryside-manor.com

56 Grove Chapel Church Rd, Winterville, GA

See page 28

FOXHALL RESORT

770.489.4380

foxhallresort.com

8000 Capps Ferry Rd, Douglasville, GA

See page 31

HIDDEN ACRES WEDDING & EVENT BARN

678.283.5633

hiddenacresweddingandeventbarn.com

6467 Old Gillsville Rd, Gillsville, GA

See page 4

BEAUTY

KAYLA WALTERS HAIR & MAKE UP

404.788.5302

kaylawaltershair.com

See page 15

HOLLYWOOD FARMS

478.256.5125

hollywoodfarmsga.com

1286 Hwy 96 East, Jeffersonville, GA

See page 15

JEFFERSON CIVIC CENTER

706.367.5754

cityofjeffersonga.com/civiccenter

65 Kissam St, Jefferson, GA

See page 2

LIVE WIRE ATHENS

706.543.8283

Livewireathens.com

227 W Dougherty St, Athens, GA

See page 20

THE FACTORY AT WALTON MILL

678.699.0733

thefactoryatwaltonmill.com

600 South Broad Street Monroe, GA

See page 26

THE THOMPSON HOUSE

770.725.6252

Thethompsonhouseandgardens.com

1431 Atlanta Hwy, Bogart, GA

See page 7

WAYFARER HOTELS & EVENTS

678.871.8642

wayfarerhotelandevents.com

114 N Broad St, Monroe, GA

See page 46

WHITE FOX COTTAGE

706.521.9322

whitefoxcottage.com

736 Blacks Creek Church Rd, Commerce, GA

See page 3

CATERING, CAKES, COCKTAILS AND RESTAURANTS

ARTFUL CAKERY BY JULIE

770.315.1555

artfulcakery.com

See page 24

A.V. GOURMET

678.222.3472

avgourmet.com

10 Glenlake Pkwy NE, Atlanta, GA

Spring Issue pages 24-25

Summer Issue page 23

FIREFLY CATERING

678.355.8230

firefly-catering.com

See page 21

FIRST MOUNTAIN TASTING ROOM

706.301.3929

firstmountaintasting.com

69 N Main St, Jasper, GA

See page 36

OLIVE & GRAZE

404.840.8094

See page 30

TRUMPS CATERING

706.546.1320

trumpscatering.com

2026 S. Milledge Avenue, Athens, GA

See page 22

DANCE LESSONS

DANCING GARDENS LAKE HARTWELL

706.436.7698

dancinggardenslakehartwell.com

See page 35

DRESSES AND TUXEDOES

TOWN & COUNTRY

706.342.7702

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townandcountrymadisonga

204 W Washington St, Madison, GA

See page 5

ENTERTAINMENT

CARRIE SCRUGGS HARPIST

706.369.1902

carriescruggs.com

See page 21

HYOUN JOO SONG KEYBOARDIST

See page 35

EVENT PLANNING

GEORGIA GRACE

706.255.4713

georgiagraceweddings.com

See page 35

SIMPLY I DO

678.989.8862

simplyidoweddingsandevents.com

See page 36

FLORIST & EVENT DESIGN

JL FLORAL DESIGNS

770.267.5061

jldesignsfloral.com

120 N Wayne St, Monroe, GA

See page 26

GIFTS

THE ARTISTRY OF CHERYL CHASTAIN

404.490.7135

See page 29

OFFICIANTS

SIMPLY I DO

678-989-8862

simplyidoweddingsandevents.com

See page 36

PHOTOGRAPHY

DANIELLE HULSEY

daniellehulsey.com

FOCUS PHOTOGRAPHY BY BETH

706.202.6938

FOREVER LOVE PHOTOGRAPHY

TAMELA HALL

678.707.8612

foreverlovephotography.com

LISA MICHELE PHOTOGRAPHY

678.979.3125

lisamichelephotography.net

See page 43

MICHELE SCOTT PHOTOGRAPHY

312.869.4043

michellescottphoto.com

MOLLY PRICE PHOTOGRAPHY

678.654.7343

mollypricephotography.com

TAYLOR HANDTE PHOTOGRAPHY

taylorhandtephotography.com

VIDEO WIZ PRODUCTIONS

678.772.9745

WILDLANDS PHOTOS

865.773.4439

wildlandsphotos.com

REAL ESTATE

FUNARI REALTY

770.967.9889

funarirealty.com

3704 Village Way,Suite A, Braselton GA

See page 47

RE RENTALS

BRIDELIGHTS

404.433.2990

See page 28

E&S SPECIAL MEMORIES

404.368.5570

See page 19

MANNING BROTHERS FOOD EQUIPMENT COMPANY

800.554.3004

manningbrothers.com

210 Sandy Creek Rd, Athens, GA

See page 36

SPA AND WELLNESS

ZEN RELAXING WELLNESS CENTER

706.350.5999

zenrw.com

271 W Washington St #140, Madison, GA

See page 48

TRAVEL

GLOBAL ESCAPES

706.549.1164

globalescapes.com

697 S Milledge Ave #1, Athens, GA

See page 38

We offer concierge planning services for you and yours. We will listen to your goals for your time at ZEN and handle everything from there. This could include just a one-hour session all the way up to a complete day of personalized services with plated food and beverage all personalized to your theme and taste. We offer this planning service at no additional cost to the services or meals.

Whether your visit is to celebrate with your bridal party or your groom and his guys, spending time with your parents, other family members, or special friends, or even getting away to simply be alone, we offer modalities and independent practitioners to support your journey. There are two Infrared Saunas (one includes Chromotherapy), Ionic Foot Detox, Whole-body Cryotherapy, Float Therapy (Sensory Deprivation), and a captivating Salt Room for Halotherapy. The tranquil, private suites provide the perfect atmosphere to detox, relax, unwind, and reset while soaking up all the benefits of each service. Benefits of all services encompass detox and stress relief along with wellbeing and other specific benefits. A personalized day package could begin with sauna, float, plated lunch, salt room session, and ionic foot detox. We can offer add-ons such as facials, whole-body cryotherapy, IV hydration, and massage. If you do not want to spend the whole day, we can plan any variation that works with your schedule and budget. The services at ZEN begin at $35 and go up to only $55 (private practitioners’ pricing will vary). Very affordable for all. The men in your life will embrace and enjoy all these services too!

Stop by ZEN Relaxing Wellness Center located in the Historic Icehouse (next to Ricardo’s Kouzzina) for a personalized tour and discover how you can be wedding day ready using healthy alternatives to have you glowing, healthy, and increased overall well-being.