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Table of Contents

In Every Issue 10 12 14 16 104 107 110 115 130

Editor’s Note Contests & Giveaways Online Guide Cover Challenge 20 Under $20 Inspiration Boards Best Loved Blogs Local Resources Lucky 7

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Departments What’s Hot

23 Alice in Wonderland
–
Play
with
this
funky,
colorful
theme 24 Garden
–
Bring
in
nature
with
an
outdoor
soiree 25 Coral
–
A
modern
take
on
beachy
chic 26 Mad Men –
Go
with
this
suave
style
for
your
bash

DIY 28 Deconstructed
–
This
month’s
how‐to
project
all
started
with
a
poppy
invita8on
 32
It’s All Fun and Games
–
Surprise
your
li;le
guests
with
a
table
of
their
own 33 Smart Fixes
–
Sweep
mishaps
and
blunders
out
of
sight
with
these
ni?y
gadgets

Paper Affairs 34 Stuck On You!
–
Magne8c
op8ons
worthy
of
display
on
the
fridge 35 Today’s Specials
–
Serve
up
a
delectable
array
of
personalized
menu
cards 36 To Your Places, Everyone
–
Icebreakers
are
unnecessary
when
greeted

with
these
saluta8ons

Personal Expressions 38 On the Menu
–
Mary
Giuliani
serves
up
a
few
foodie
8ps
and
trends 40 Sugar High and Groom’s Grub
–
It’s
a
roundup
of
the
sweetest
cakes

p.

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in
the
bridal
biz

42 Don’t Be So Rehearsed
–
The
recipe
for
an
easygoing
rehearsal
dinner 43 Tuxes & Tails
–
Incorporate
your
“other
child”
into
your
nup8als 44 Rites & Traditions
–
A
crash
course
on
a
few
wedding‐day
rituals 45 Bloom’n Brilliance
–
Bouquets
that
POP
with
color 46 Shiny & New
–
A
li;le
bit
of
pla8num
and
ice
goes
a
long,
long
way 47 If The Shoe Fits
–
Envelope
your
tootsies
in
Technicolor 48 Undercover Lover
–
An
invita8on
into
our
top
drawer Gift Guide 50 What a Girl Wants –
Bridesmaid
gi?s
so
cool
you’ll
want
to
keep
them
for
yourself

51 Present-ing Parents –
Say
“thank
you”
with
gi?s
they
really
want 52 Registry Redefined
–
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issue’s
nes8ng
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Features

56 Runway Report –
An
inside
look
into
the
bridal
fashion
industry
 with
design
guru,
Michael
She;el,
and
peruse
this
season’s
ho;est
 styles
and
accessories

67 Style Spotlight: Simply Modern
–
Go
ga‐ga
for
our
cityscape
 beauty
and
style
shoot

71 Translating the Trends

–
Capture
the
whimsy
of
Peacocks,
 Dandelions,
Stars
or
Fleur
de
Lis
in
your
fabulous
affair

76 Summer Cheer
–
Modern
invita8ons
that
are
sure
to
make
any
 guest
smile

80 Class Acts
–
Classic
invita8ons
that
are
effortlessly
chic 82 Real Weddings
–
Everyday
girls
share
their
weddings
with
GM

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On The Cover 16 Cover Challenge –

Jon
Buick
from
Xquisite
Events
created
 this
issue’s
bling‐tas8c
cover
in
four
 short
days.
Photographer
Donna
 Newman
captures
the
magic.

readers—from
a
candy‐colored
affair
in
Utah
to
country
music
style
 in
Nashville

94 Destination Hotspot
–
We’ll
take
you
to…Aruba,
Los
Cabos,
 Telluride
and
West
Palm
Beach.
Plus,
items
for
your
fantasy
 honeymoon!

102 Vegas, Baby!
‐
Products
that
gamble
with
a
Vegas‐inspired
affair 103 Straight From the Heart
‐
A
few
ways
to
put
a
li;le
extra
 “heart”
into
your
wedding

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Breathe Easy

It’s
all
good.
At
the
end
of
the
day,
you’re
going
to
be
married.

That
 much
 is
 true,
 so—during
 all
 the
 crazily
 fun
 planning—take
 a
 deep
 breath
and
know
that
all
the
decisions
you
make
will
culminate
into
 what
is
your
uniquely
special
day.

Over
the
past
few
issues,
you
have
 shared
with
us
the
biggies,
those
things
that
are
ultra
important
on
 your
wedding‐planning
list:
1)
uncovering
original
and
absolutely
YOU
 wedding
 details,
 2)
 discovering
 amazing
 wedding
 products—from
 invita8ons
 to
 registry—that
 fit
 your
 individual
 taste
 (we
 know,
 we
 know…it’s
not
your
mama’s
wedding),
and
3)
finding
the
most
perfect
 dress
that
makes
you
feel
like
a
rock
star
(or
princess
for
that
ma;er!).
 Well,
 ladies,
 we
 listened
 and
 delivered!
 
 We’ve
 got
 some
 awesome
 ideas
for
you,
and
we’ll
help
you
rock
it
out. 
 Our
team
scoured
through
thousands
of
products,
accessories,
real
 weddings,
 honeymoon
 des8na8ons
 and
 wedding‐planner
 ideas
 to
 select
ones
that
speak
directly
to
what’s
most
important
to
you!
Check
 out
our
inspiring
themes,
from
the
edgiest
like
Alice
in
Wonderland
 and
Peacock
(pages
23
and
72)
to
the
more
subdued
like
Water
and
 Stars
 (109
 and
 74).
 If
 you
 have
 visions
 of
 a
 no‐frills
 yet
 all‐inclusive
 fun
 rehearsal
 dinner,
 we
 show
 you
 how
 to
 throw
 a
 laid‐back‐style
 version
 on
 page
 42—doesn’t
 a
 Mexican
 fiesta
 sound
 like
 more
 of
 a
 blast
anyway?
Before
you
make
your
salon
appointments,
peruse
the
 latest
dress
trends
to
get
a
handle
on
what
you’re
looking
for—we’ve
 got
tons
to
choose
from
and
are
loving
this
season’s
short
numbers
 and
sassy
mermaid
styles
(page
59).
Whatever
you
need,
we’ve
got
it
 somewhere
in
this
issue! 
 So,
 make
 the
 most
 of
 long
 summer
 days
 and
 try
 not
 to
 stress
 out
 about
your
super‐long
to‐do
list—instead,
use
them
as
an
excuse
to
 kick
back
on
the
weekends
by
the
pool
with
your
laptop
and
magazine.
 Feel
free
to
rip
our
pages
out
(we
won’t
ever
know!)
and
post
them
 on
your
inspira8on
boards
(see
how
to
create
one
on
page
107).
And
 once
the
day
has
passed,
we
hope
you’ll
send
us
photos
that
we
can
 consider
for
our
next
issue.
Happy
planning
and
shopping!

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Cover Challenge

Bring in the Bling Styling By Jon Buick • Xquisite Events Photography by Donna Newman THE CHALLENGE:

Create a blinged-out tablescape for a Florida bride in four days with Get Married’s box full of “goodies”

THE LOCATION:

On the beach at the elegant Ritz-Carlton, Palm Beach

gn Insp iratio n for the desi n came from this invitatio

W

e
challenged
designer
Jon
Buick
of
Xquisite
 Events
in
Boca
Raton
to
create
a
blinged‐ out
tablescape
for
an
over‐the‐top,
outdoor
 wedding
recep8on
in
West
Palm
Beach.
Buick
 is
no
stranger
to
this
type
of
affair.
“We
like
to
use
a
lot
 of
bling
elements
in
our
designs,”
Buick
says.
“It
works
 for
day
and
evening.
I
love
how
candles
at
night
catch
the
 rhinestones
and
create
a
very
roman8c
ambiance
for
a
 wedding
recep8on.”
 With
only
four
days
to
go
before
our
cover
shoot,
we
 sent
Buick
a
box
full
of
products
(at
right)
that
included
 an
invita8on,
place
card,
reply
card,
cocktail
napkins,
 as
well
as
a
few
items
to
add
some
“ice”
to
the
table— rhinestones,
diamond‐inspired
wine
stoppers
and
glass
 vo8ves.
We
also
provided
him
with
Lenox
china
(see
page
 20
to
win
it!),
glassware
and
silverware.
 Buick
found
his
inspira8on
for
the
design
from
the
 invita8on.
“I
worked
off
of
the
invita8on’s
colors.
Its
base
 color
is
white,
so
the
table
and
chairs
are
white.

 And
I
used
the
bright
pink
and
green
as
inspira8on
for

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the
centerpiece
and
other
elements
on
the
table,”

 Buick
explains.
 A
total
of
150
different
blooms
were
used
in
one
 centerpiece
alone.
The
flowers
included
green
 cymbidium
orchids,
blue
and
hot
pink
Vanda
orchids,
hot
 pink
Phalaenopsis
orchids,
fuchsia
peonies
and
hot
pink
 spray
roses.
“Orchids
are
very
versatile
flowers,
and
are
 available
for
brides
all
year
round,”
Buick
notes.
To
top
 off
the
arrangement
with
some
standout
sparkle,
Buick
 used
the
diamond
wine
stoppers
we
sent
him
to
stud
 the
arrangement. The
centerpiece’s
rectangular,
vase‐like
structure
is
made
 of
see‐through
Lucite
(a
fancy
word
for
plas8c!)
so
that
 guests
can
admire
the
ocean
and
see
their
friends
on
 the
other
side
of
the
table.
“I
wanted
a
tall
and
drama8c
 centerpiece,
but
didn’t
want
to
block
the
vision
of
the
 beau8ful
sea,”
Buick
says.
“Plus,
if
it’s
too
large,
guests
 can
get
irritated
and
I’ve
even
seen
them
move
it
off
the
 table.”
Another
important
thing
Buick
notes
to
consider
at
 an
outdoor
affair
is
the
wind.
“This
structure
is
tucked
into

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1

a
solid
base
so
it
can’t
blow
away—you
 have
no
idea
how
o?en
this
happens
at
 outdoor
weddings
if
the
wind
picks
up!” Within
the
centerpiece,
Buick’s
team
 used
aluminum
floral
wire
to
thread
 orchid
blooms
to
add
even
more
 dimension
to
the
piece.
Strands
of
 Vene8an
crystals
were
a;ached
to
each
 corner
of
the
vase
for
a
gli;ery
touch. The
team
at
Xquisite
Events
made
the
 vo8ves
into
flower
cups
and
filled
them
 with
pink
gel
beads
and
small
green
 cymbidium
orchids.
For
addi8onal
 bling,
they
made
use
of
the
rhinestones
 from
our
box
to
stud
the
outside
of
 the
vo8ves.
They
also
used
matching
 rhinestones
around
the
edges
of
the
 menus,
table
and
centerpiece
base.

8

The
napkin
sashes
were
custom‐made
 from
fuchsia
velvet
and
Buick
chose
 rhinestone
belt
buckles
to
8e
it
all
 together.
The
same
belt
buckles
were
 used
to
cinch
the
white
bengaline
fabric
 on
the
backs
of
the
chairs.
 “While
this
look
might
seem
too
 over‐the‐top
for,
say,
a
New
England
 wedding,
Florida
brides
o?en
want
 drama
and
it
works
here,”
Buick
says.
 “The
more
bling,
the
be;er,
really.”

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CAPTIONS:
(Clockwise
From
Top
LeV)
1.
Buick
8ed
on
some
bling
with
a
rhinestone
belt
buckle
 on
the
velvet
napkin
sashes
and

2.
to
the
backs
of
the
chairs
for
a
sophis8cated
beach
look.

 3.
Buick’s
box
included
these
eye‐catching
yet
simple
place
cards.
4.
The
designer
added
 these
Vene8an
crystal
strands
to
amp
up
the
bling
factor
on
the
centerpiece.
5.
The
crystal
 wine
bo;le
stoppers
iced
up
the
top
of
the
centerpiece.
6.
The
150
flowers
in
the
centerpiece
 included
green
cymbidium
orchids,
blue
and
hot
pink
Vanda
orchids,
hot
pink
Phalaenopsis
 orchids,
fuchsia
peonies
and
hot
pink
spray
roses.
7.
Serving
sets
are
an
easy
place
to
add
a
 li;le
extra
sparkle.
Personalize
these
with
your
name
and
wedding
date—Pink
Gli;er
Galore
 Knife
and
Server,
$58.95,
Pink
Gli;er
Galore
Flutes,
$54.95,
shop.getmarried.com.
8.
The
cake
 was
created
by
The
Ritz‐Carlton’s
pastry
chef
and
decorated
by
Buick’s
team
with
blooms
that
 matched
the
centerpiece.
Rhinestone
Cake
Le;ers,
shop.getmarried.com,
$22.

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 lenox.com $54
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is a wonderfully

fun concept to play with. You can go for a gothic take or stick to sugary sweet pastels—there are plenty of charming, Photo
credits:
bouquet:
Ariela
Bonen,
dress:
suewong.com,
shoes:
melissaplas8cdreams.com,













cake:
cakenouveau.com,
bracelet:
Lucas
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Francombe Editor‐in‐Chief
and

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Married
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host

kooky pieces to choose from.

- Stacie Francombe

These “flowers” don’t sing, but they’re cute as a button. Tickled
pink
and
black
saEn
 bu"on
bouquet
 rbkcreaEons.com/store $80

A very merry unbirthday to you with this playful bracelet! Tom
Binns
for
Disney
Couture
 Mad
Ha"er
Wrap
Bracelet
 macys.com 
$200

Give your gals a punchy pink dress to suit their inner adventuress. A108 suewong.com $329

Radiant pigments and eclectic designs work for a magical couple. Tea
Party
InvitaEon shop.getmarried.com
 $94.50
for
100

No mad hatter in sight with this sweet headband.

Queen of Hearts, with a sweet side.

Sarah
headband
 bambako.com
 $38

Vivienne
Westwood

Anglomania
 +
lady
dragon
heart
 bergdorfgoodman.com
 $150

A hint of madness and a touch of whimsy makes the cake of your dreams. cakenouveau.com Price
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what’s hot

Flowers and garden

parties remind me

of my connection to the earth and its natural beauty. I am bringing this theme into my event by using plants,

Nikki
Cascone

trees and wildflowers that are in season.

Top
Chef
Finalist Season
4

- Nikki Cascone

Romantic heels with delicate petals inspired by garden romance.

Cherry
Blossom
Time‐
 Citrine
Wedding
InvitaEon shop.getmarried.com
 $94.50
for
100

A secret garden scene hides jewels within.

The
Garden
Jewelry
Box shop.getmarried.com $29.95

Pair a sweet sundress for an al fresco afternoon event.

Hint at your outdoor celebration with invites that imitate nature’s colors.

Nina
Dress
 siriinc.com price
upon
request

Garden
Wedding
InvitaEon shop.getmarried.com $94.50
for
100

A cascading flourish is icing on the cake! zillycakes.com price
upon
request

Make your own Boudoir bouquets from recycled panty hose and wire. Calla
Lily
Kit
 newsheer.com $6.50
for
set
of
8

Feed your love and watch it grow.

Seeded
Heart
on
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50

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Photo
Credits:
shoes:
courtesy
of
Ann
Taylor,
cake:
Yulia
Shevchenko
of
Yuka
Photo
Art
Inc,
dress:
siriinc.com

A sophisticated yet simple nod to nature.

Camille
Bloom
Sandal
 anntaylor.com
 $158

beachy, modern and contemporary...CORAL My theme is

will lend sexy

sophistication to my romance-inspired wedding! Paf
Stanger

- Patti Stanger

Millionaire
Matchmaker

One–of–a–kind splendor in an intricate setting. Style
ALR‐3202 odeliacollecEon.com
 price
upon
request

A delicate clip with a vintage vibe.

Coral
Floral
Hair
Clips
 allthingsoriginal.com $12.25

A cute tagalong to your favorite wedding favors.

Photo
credit:
cake:
Marina
Sousa

Favor
Bells
and
Floral
Bell
Cards shop.getmarried.com
 $23.99
for
24
Floral
Bell
Cards $11
for
24
Favor
Bells

I see sea shells... return address labels for your seaside bash!

Coral
Return
Address
Labels shop.getmarried.com
 $8.95
per
144

A sea–inspired stunner in an unexpected palette. Coral
Cake
 justcake.com
 price
upon
request

Swim away with this coral–accented invite

Colorful
Coral
invitaEon shop.getmarried.com $199.95
for
100

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Your bridesmaids will be radiant in ruffles.

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what’s hot Ad men of the ’50s knew how to make an impression. I love seeing the way grooms are incorporating Don Draper’s suave

MAD MEN style into their weddings with classic accessories, Karina
Timmel

well-tailored suits and spectacular cocktail hours.

Get
Married
Execu8ve
Editor

- Karina Timmel

Conduct a few fun “bachelor party planning” meetings with your groomsmen. $32.99
for
750
ml
bo"le
 www.woodfordreserve.com

All ad men know that a great presentation rests on its tiny details.

You’ll be such a good-looking couple with him in this suit, Don and Betty would be jealous.

What’s a cocktail party without a selection of good-lookin’ glasses? Etched
Drinking
Glasses
 shop.getmarried.com
 $33.99
for
set
of
4

Worsted
wool
ludlow
two‐bu"on
Suit
 Jacket
and
Suit
Pants jcrew.com Jacket:
$395,
Pants:
$195

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 Place
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 shop.getmarried.com
 $3.95
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 $199.95
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100

Lucrative friendships could form at your cordial wedding dinner.

Dolce
&
Gabbana
The
One
For
Men
 Eau
de
Toile"e
Spray dillards.com 1.7
oz.:
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oz.:
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Start off your decadent affair with an invitation that matches your dapper ceremony.

Cocktails
Anyone!?
MarEni
 Glass
Gel
Candle
 shop.getmarried.com
 $5.60
each

A pocket watch makes your best man look smooth. Silver
Brushed
Pocket
Watch
 shop.getmarried.com
 $32.99

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credits:
cologne:

Dillards,
suit:
J.
Crew,
bourbon:
Woodford
Reserve
Small
Batch
Bourbon

Personalized
Regency
Sterling
Silver
Cufflinks
 shop.getmarried.com
 $53.99
for
boxed
set

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deconstructed The inspiration: Spring Orange Poppy Invitation

Weddings are so inspirational—the emotions, the promises and the beauty all add up to romantic thoughts and sentimental memories. But you need inspiration to create that beautiful wedding, especially when you’re a determined DIY-er! Where do you start when you want to put together a wedding that’s one-of-a-kind and totally you? Jean M Wedding Invitations and Accessories says to think: color, design, pattern, season, details…and let your imagination run wild! The Spring Orange Poppy Invitation is eye-catching with its turquoise and orange color combination. The bold, mod flowers made us immediately envision a festive affair filled with unapologetically bright colors and special personal touches. Take some cues from our DIY projects here and get ready to start adding all sorts of creative touches to your wedding! Spring
Poppy
InvitaEon shop.getmarried.com $119.95
for
100

products-repurposed Who
says
a
photo
album
always
 has
to
be
a
photo
album?
We
 loved
this
aqua
album
so
much
 for
its
contemporary
style
and
 its
great
color
that
we
didn’t
 want
you
to
wait
un8l
a?er
the
 ceremony
to
use
it—so,
we
turned
 it
into
a
scrapbook/guest
book
to
 use
during
the
celebra8on,
too!
 How
do
you
make
it
yours?
Cut
 colorful
paper
to
fit
the
sleeves,
 add
your
photos,
and
set
the
 pages
out
for
guests
to
sign
at
 your
wedding.
Then,
assemble

 the
signed
pages
into
the
album
 for
a
keepsake
you’ll
cherish.

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Aqua
Leather
Photo
Album shop.getmarried.com $28

a fun idea:
Ask
a
friend
to
take
photos

of
guests
as
they
sign
your
album
and
add
 the
photos
to
the
book
a?er
the
wedding
for
 great
memories!

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Orange
and
Turquoise
3/8"
SaEn
Ribbon shop.getmarried.com $29.99
for
100‐yard
roll Table
Number
Stands shop.getmarried.com Short
$9.95
 Tall
$11.95

diy: fillin' station

Aqua
and
Spice
 bellaTINA
Favor
Envelopes shop.getmarried.com $26
for
25

Signature
drinks
for
your
cocktail
hour
are
all
the
rage.
Talk
to
 your
bartender
about
crea8ng
a
specialty
drink
that
not
only
suits
 your
taste
buds,
but
also
coordinates
with
your
color
scheme!
 Supplement
with
other
bo;led
beverages
in
racy
hues
and
with
 water
bo;les
made
peppy
and
fun
with
personalized
wraps.
 And
don’t
forget
the
personalized
cocktail
napkins
and
coasters
in
 colors
that
make
the
drinks
even
more
tantalizing. Remember,
presenta8on
is
everything—don’t
hide
your
snazzy
 DIY
items
behind
the
bar!
Put
some
stylish
trays
to
work
for
you
 and
set
filled
toas8ng
flutes,
napkins
and
other
beverages
within
 easy‐access
range
of
thirsty
guests.

Turquoise
and
 Spice
Cocktail
Napkins shop.getmarried.com $18
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100

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White
Personalized
Coasters shop.getmarried.com $45
for
50

Hannah
Cupcake
Wraps
‐
Citrus/Bright
Pink bellacupcakecouture.com $12
for
12
wrappers

Palm
Tree
Water
Bo"le
Wraps shop.getmarried.com $38.95
for
50

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self-service? sweet! How
do
you
get
your
guests
as
excited
as
kids
 in
a
candy
shop?
Set
up
a
candy
buffet
filled
 with
sweet
treats
in
your
wedding
colors
and
let
 guests
dig
in!

Square
Glass
VoEve
Holders shop.getmarried.com $28
for
12

Variety
is
the
key
to
making
a
candy
buffet
 work.
Choose
vases,
jars
and
pla;ers
of
 different
heights
and
sizes
to
make
the
goodies
 accessible
to
guests.
Then,
choose
different
 types
of
candies
in
all
sorts
of
shapes
and
sizes
 and
in
all
shades
of
the
colors
that
fit
your
 scheme.
Find
fun
li;le
scoops
for
guests
to
use
 when
filling
up
their
favor
boxes
or
envelopes.
 And
so
guests
will
know
what’s
what,
make
li;le
 signs
and
prop
them
in
stands
accented
with
 ribbon
next
to
the
candy.

Rectangular
Vases shop.getmarried.com Small
$9 Large
$12

The
hard
part?
Keeping
your
hands
out
of
the
 candy
jar
before
the
big
day! All
candy
kindly
provided
by
Sweet
Things
Inc., swee$hingsinc.com

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Flared
Vases shop.getmarried.com Small
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Let your younger guests off the hook with a table crafted specifically for them. Bright candy, crayons and a furry friend are sure to set the kiddies at ease.

Like getting a gold star, but even better.

Ring Bearer and Flower Girl Books, shop.getmarried.com, $12 each

Parties are always more fun with a pal to hang with.

Ring Bearer and Flower Girl Bears, shop.getmarried.com, $14 each

Did someone say chocolate milk? Yum!

Children’s Mugs, shop.getmarried.com, $12.95 each

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Whether
it
be
a
wrinkled
dress,
garlic
breath
or
lint
on
your
hubby’s
pants,
 you’ll
be
prepared
for
any
last‐minute
issue.
So,
welcome
the
good,
quick
 fix
the
bad
with
these
handy
items
and
you’ll
be
good
to
go!

blot
it
out

Stain‐trea8ng
towele;es
are
 perfect
for
keeping
dresses
 and
tuxes
looking
lovely
 despite
spills. Eucalan
Wipes shopatron.com $3.50
for
a
pack

clean
sweep

Disposable
toothbrushes
 on
the
cheap.
Brilliant!
 Brush
on
the
go,
then
 discard
the
evidence.

 Colgate
Wisps colgatewisps.com $7.99
for
16

comfy
cups

giving
thanks

The
best
thank
you
notes
are
 short,
sweet
and
genuine,
just
 like
this
helpful
li;le
guide.

 Short
&
Sweet
 Thank
You
Guide
 shop.getmarried.com $6.95

hang
it
out

Who
needs
a
clean
car
when
you’ve
 got
a
kickin’
garment
bag?
Protect
 against
dirt,
wrinkles
and
accident
 from
wedding
day
nerves.


 Bridal
Gown
Bag shop.getmarried.com $12.95

signature
style

like
a
rose

Glow
with
love…not
sweat
 and
smell
sweet
as
a
rose
at
 your
outdoor
wedding.
 Speziali
FiorenEni
Camelia
 and
Coriander
Deodorant shoplondons.com $20

simply
brilliant

Keep
clu;er
and
your
 goodies
in
one
stylish
pail.
 Mr.
&
Mrs.
Bucket
 shop.getmarried.com
 $28

goodbye
ki"y

Goodbye
chicken
scratch
 hello
classy
calligraphy.


 Personalized
Self‐Inking
 Address
Stamp shop.getmarried.com $40
 No
need
to
be
unnecessarily
 perky.
Self‐adhesive
silicone
 make
these
a
must
have!
 Hollywood
Cover
Ups
 goodtobeyou.com
 $15.95

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No
more
bulky
lint
rollers
to
 carry
around.
Removes
hair,
 lint,
fuzz
and
dandruff.
 Lint‐on‐the‐go
Sheets shopgogirl.com
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paper affairs Do double duty with this magnetic reminder.

Jump right in with a fun save the date that is so very “you”!

Bold
Save
the
Date
 shop.getmarried.com $94.50
for
100

Taking
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Plunge
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Sealed with a kiss! Romantics will swoon for this sweet one.

The crisp contrast of lime green and bright white is perfect for a spring or summer soiree. Green
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the
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Nod to your new name with a simple, one-letter monogram.

An on-trend peacock plume for the fashion-forward bride and groom.

On
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for
100

Peacock
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Go out on a limb with cheery cherry blossoms. Birds
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100

This gorgeous, brick-red pattern is reminiscent of vintage wallpaper. DramaEc
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To Your Places, Everyone! Give friends and family a place of their own with one of these timeless designs

This is an easy (and adorable) way to include your color scheme into the place settings. Place
Card
with
Ribbon shop.getmarried.com $74
for
100

Play with a cute cartoon of your choice. Design
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for
100

Clean, simple designs can bring a sense of calm to an over-the-top reception. Cream
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for
100

Share the love with your very favorite people! Design
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bouquet:
heavenonearthfloraldesigns.com,
deidrelynnphotography.com,
ring:
kirkkara.com,
preciousplaEnum.com,
cake:
Eat
Cake
Be
Merry,

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of
 eatcakebemerry.com,
ring
pillow:
Blooms
by
Martha
Andrews,
Anne
Andrews,
shoe:
jcrew.com,
cake:
Jessica’s
Cakes,
Katrina
Hannemann
of
Studio
Laguna

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An Interview with Mary Giuliani Mary Giuliani’s inventive flair is known throughout the fashion elite. Here, in excerpts from her Get Married TV interview, she dishes on the latest crazes in food.

What
are
you
seeing
as
the
latest
food
trends
for
weddings? MG:
I’m
definitely
seeing
“the
less
is
more
trend.”
So,
in
replacement
of
overly
 abundant
buffets
where
o?en
most
of
the
food
goes
to
waste,
we’re
finding
ways
 to
shrink
it
down,
make
it
small
and
bring
the
experience
to
the
guest.

Do
you
have
any
suggesEons
on
ways
that
people
can
include
a
buffet
 as
part
of
the
recepEon
while
keeping
waste
at
a
minimum?

Photo
credit:
Ryan
Giuliani

MG:
Bringing
in
the
buffet
to
your
guests
is
a
great
way
to
eliminate
waste
and
also
 to
get
guests
to
put
their
unique
take
on
what’s
being
passed
around.
Our
favorite
 is
our
passed
mac‐n‐cheese
bar,
which
includes
li;le
mac‐n‐cheese
tartlets
that
you
 can
customize.
We
usually
include
condiments
like
truffle
oil,
bacon
and
jalapeños
 for
guests
to
add
to
the
dish.
The
food
is
s8ll
going
to
the
guest
and
she
can
s8ll
 engage
in
cocktail
conversa8on,
but
she’ll
avoid
carrying
around
a
huge
heaping
 plate
of
something.

bring the experience to the guest Explain
a
li"le
bit
about
what
“perfect
pairing”
means
 and
the
ways
that
couples
can
incorporate
this
idea
into
 their
own
ceremonies.

MG:
The
trend
of
perfect
pairing
really
came
into
play
when
we
started
 talking
about
how
to
bring
food
and
drink
to
the
bride
and
groom
so
 they
can
enjoy
their
party
and
their
guests
can
too!
We
started
to
look
 for
the
perfect
matches
of
food
and
drink.
We
came
up
with
ideas
like
 mini
tuna
tacos
with
chilled
lime
margaritas
or
Brazilian
black
bean
 soup
with
a
Kasasha
shot
or
chips
with
mini
pints
of
Guinness
beer.
We
 do
tradi8onal
and
non‐tradi8onal
pairings.
It’s
a
really
great
way
for
the
 bride
and
groom
to
express
their
likes
in
food
and
beverages
and
we
 just
sort
of
shrink
it
down
and
bring
it
to
them.

Comfort
food
is
also
a
trend
right
now.
What
advice
do

 you
have
for
brides
looking
to
bring
their
favorite
dishes

 to
the
table? MG:
I
think
when
a
bride
is
beau8ful
and
elegant
and
it’s
her
day,
 comfort
food
should
wait
un8l
the
end
of
the
party.
I
think,
in
the
 beginning,
her
chowing
down
on
a
cheeseburger
may
not
be
the
best
 thing.
Keep
it
elegant
in
the
beginning
and
then
a?er
dessert,
when
 your
guests
are
dancing
and
they’re
having
some
drinks,
surprise
them
 with
their
favorite
munchies.
So,
we
do
cheeseburgers
and
fries
and
 truffle
grilled
cheese.
They’re
so
excited
to
see
it!

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Set the stage for a food-centric celebration. In
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sugar high With the sweetness of summer ceremonies in full bloom, bright blossom confections are sprouting up everywhere!

A Complementary Pair

sugarchef.com

Take Me As I Am occakestudio.com

Blue Blossoms

Happy–Go–Lucky

savannahcustomcakes.com

Take your cake to go!

Petals, Petals Everywhere

Large
Cake
Box shop.getmarried.com $21
per
50

cakesuite.com

A mirror image!

Reflec8ons
Cake
Pick shop.getmarried.com $17.95

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morsels

Finger foods are undeniably fun to devour, giggle at and maneuver through crowds with. They’re easy to hold and satisfying to nibble on. While we loved the cupcake trend, mini cakes pull at our heartstrings even harder. They’re adorable and perfectly detailed without a wrapper to worry about. It’s what we’ve always dreamed of: smart, cute, beautiful food in one small delicious mouthful.

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cakesuite.com,
sugarchef.com,
kimberleemiller.com,
occakestudio.com,
savannahcustomcakes.com,
Linda
Brudz,
 Sweet
and
Saucy
Shop,
Cupcake
Envy

vanillabakeshop.com

You Got Game

ma;ycakes.com

People Call Me The Iceman

sweetmemoriesbakery.com

Photo
credits:
jessicascakes.com,
cakestoday.com,
ma;ycakes.com,
sweetmemoriesbakery.com,
irenemaston.com

groom’s grub If your guy hasn’t felt included with all of the planning lately, here’s your chance to give him his say. You know he has passion, so let him express himself through his groom’s cake. The options are limitless!

Party Boy

jessicascakes.com

Music Man

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Just a slice...

Silver
Plated
Knife
and
Server shop.getmarried.com $48.95

sweet for your

Eat My Wake…I Mean Cake

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sweetie

Give him free reign on colors, shapes and themes that reflect his interests. Hobbies and professions are a huge trend in groom’s cake styles. No one will doubt whose wedding they’re attending when they set eyes on your hubby’s cake!

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By Stephanie Frazier Grimm, coutureparties.com Dinner is served! Now is your chance to sit back, relax and refocus on what your wedding is really about: food, good friends, drinks, family and relationships. The new trend is about keeping it basic and casual, so follow these tips for a stress-free, fun-filled, lip-smackin’ good time.

INVITE WHOMEVER YOU WANT. This is the time when all the running around has come to an end and you and your fiancé can sit back and have a few laughs with your closest friends and family. Though traditionally most people just invite a small group of friends and family, remember that there isn’t a “rule” for whom you have to invite to dinner.

A Toast Invitation shop.getmarried.com $94.50 for 100

Rehearsal Dinner Invitation shop.getmarried.com $94.50 for 100

Lantern Invitation shop.getmarried.com $129.95 for 100

KEEP IT CASUAL. More and more couples are doing fun, unique rehearsal dinners. A New England clambake is a great way to relax before the wedding. A backyard BBQ bash is a favorite, cost-effective option. Have family members make their favorite BBQ specialties, fire up the grill and hire someone to man it so no one gets stuck cooking all night. HIRE A PHOTOGRAPHER. When you hire a photographer for your wedding, ask if they would be willing to come to the rehearsal dinner for an hour. They will be able to capture the moments leading up to your big day.

IDEAS GO LOCAL.

Nothing beats a menu with locally grown veggies, just caught fish, and farm-raised eggs. Serve local wines, coffee and meats. Support your local farmers and give guests a spectacular first glimpse at how much your city has to offer.

BE A HOMEBODY.

Backyard BBQ, Mexicanstyle fiestas, outside picnics, and potluck comfort foods are all the rage. Get your foodie friends to help you craft a memorable, relaxing rehearsal dinner at your house or at one of theirs for a cost-effective yet delicious celebration.

DIY DECORATING.

You’re bringing together your family and friends for a casual, enjoyable evening, so don’t be shy with your decorating ideas. Some examples: Make your own paper lanterns for an evening outdoor party, create colorful paper cranes to sit around the table. Let your homemade candles light the way up to the front door.

CHOOSE A LOCATION YOU ARE FAMILIAR WITH. Look at locations you and your fiancé love to dine in. Do they have the best truffle mac and cheese you have ever eaten? Be sure to add it to your menu so your guests can experience some of your favorites. PLAY WITH THE INVITATIONS. The invitation usually sets the tone of an event, so go with something that will reflect the setting you are trying to achieve. They can be as kooky and fun as you would like. Rehearsal dinners are usually sent out four weeks in advance. DON’T FORGET THE KIDS. Most out-of-town guests are not comfortable hiring a babysitter locally, so hire a babysitter from within the family—a bored teenager in need of some cash! TOAST. Be sure to thank everyone for making your wedding the special day it is going to be.

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The recipe for a memorable rehearsal dinner

S E X TUand When your “I dos” include Fido

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Photo
credits:

Elizabeth
Messina,
kissthegroom.com

ore and more couples are choosing to include their four-legged companions in their nuptials. Although sometimes controversial (check with your venue about pet policies), a little good humor and flexibility goes a long way when incorporating a furry family member. Consider these ideas when thinking of your little guest: 1) Don’t pass up including your dog in your rehearsal. Consider taking your pup to the venue prior to the event so he will be comfortable in the new environment. 2) Supply your pups with chews and favors to keep them occupied and prevent them from stealing the spotlight in a negative way. 3) Arrange for a person dedicated to handling the dog on the wedding day. The last thing you want is doggie duty on the big day. 4) Dress them properly and they’ll not only fit in, they’ll (hopefully!) rise to the occasion. Although the chances that your “best man” might think the bouquet is a lovely mid-ceremony snack are high, the emotional pros of including a pet in your wedding far outweigh the cons.

Humorous hanky fit for a man’s best friend. Dog
Wedding
Bandanas
 shop.getmarried.com $12.95

Bow wow wow–pooch is ready to help you get hitched! Dog
Ring
Pillow
 shop.getmarried.com $18.95

The perfect cake for a paw-loving couple. Poodle
Wedding
Cake
 cakesbyshara.net price
upon
request

Flaunt your puppy love with this invite. Dog
Party
Invite
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100

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While you may have updated your hairstyle, makeup, flower arrangements and dress designs from what the ladies in your family used and wore before you, these super cool traditions have stood the test of time. So, make like one of your ancestors and merge the past with the present.

Tea Ceremony: China, Vietnam

After the wedding ceremony, the bride and groom serve tea to members from both sides of the family in order from oldest to youngest from groom’s family to bride’s. Women with good marriages serve as helpers in the ceremony, and lotus seeds and two red dates are dropped in the tea to promote a fertile marriage.

Sand Ceremony: Universal

The joining of husband and wife into one is symbolized as two vessels of multi-colored sand are poured into a third vessel or thrown into the wind. Performed most often in locations with beaches (like Hawaii, California or destination weddings), the ritual is believed to have originated as an American Indian tradition or as a Hawaiian tradition. It is often practiced in place of lighting unity candles.

Two
lives
join
 as
one
in
the
 unity
cross
 ceremony.
 The
bride
 snaps
her
 inner
por8on
 of
the
cross
to
 the
groom’s
 outer
sec8on,
 represen8ng
a
 combining
of
 lives,
values,

 and
spirits. The
Unity
Cross shop.getmarried.com $99.95

Use
brightly
hued
sand
in
your
 sand
ceremony
for
a
keepsake
that
 will
be
beau8ful
and
meaningful.
 Ceremony
Sand shop.getmarried.com $4.95
per
2
lb.
bag

Yugal/Cord Ceremony: Philippines In Filipino tradition, during the wedding ceremony man and wife have a yugal placed upon both of their shoulders in a figure eight arrangement by sponsors. Meant to symbolize the infinity of the marriage bond and fidelity, the yugal can be anything from a silken cord or strand of flowers to a cord of coins or diamonds.

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In
the
Jewish
 Tradi8on,
bride
and
 groom
sign
a
Ketubah
 document
like
this
 during
a
special
 ceremony
sta8ng
 their
vows
to
one
 another.
O?en8mes
 it
decorates
the
 home
in
the
years
 a?erward.
 My
Beloved
is
Mine Artwork
by
Veronique
Jonas ketubahketubah.com
 $200

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credits:

Geoff
White
Photography,
Lori
Miles
(SweetPea
 Photography);
ketubah:ketubahketubah.com

o d way t A sp irite ur vows! say yo

Robust reds, greens, pinks and purples punctuate the wedding processional with color and personality. Burst with optimism and romance as you walk the aisle this summer holding a royal–hued bouquet!

Photo
credits:
1.
jeremygilliam.com
2.
abri"onphotography.com
3.
karapurtell.com
4.deidrelynnphotography.com
5.Norman‐ photography.com
a.
damontucci.com
b.mikemoonstudio.com
c.
raeflorae.com
d.Pedalion
ProducEons

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Who said all of summer’s fun, electric colors were reserved for flip-flops and swim trunks? Let funky brights like hot pinks and yellows or jewel tones like purple and teal sneak out from beneath your gown for a hint of your zingin’ sense of style.

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fun!
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those
legs
with
a
style
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adore,
whether
it
be
simple
 and
sweet,
or
a
li;le
more
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Oscar
de
la
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Ruffled
 and
Refined
Chemise
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Credits:
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Apparel

Brulee’s
teddy
in
plum
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black
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In the navy.

Navy
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We
heard
it
through
the
grapevine
that
some
brides
are
making
their
 honeymoon
lingerie
into
an
en8cing
game
of
espionage.
These
undercover
 lovers
buy
mul8ple
nighvme
looks
and
keep
each
one
in
a
bag
or
suitcase
 and
each
evening,
their
hubbies
are
in
for
a
sizzling
new
surprise.
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 and
match
dangerous,
daring,
sweet,
subtle
and
luxurious.
One
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a
princess
bride,
the
next
night
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to
a
sultry
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think
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and
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we
could
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with
the
tab
on
the
 big
day,
but
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always
there
when
you
need
them.
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are
a
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1

DIY
gi?:
Create
a
calendar
using
pictures
 from
your
wedding
and
honeymoon.
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Calendar shu"erfly.com,
$19.99

3 Hanky Panky

Beau8fully
embroidered
handkerchiefs
are
a
 sen8mental
classic. Mom
and
Dad
Hankies shop.getmarried.com,
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each

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4 Up to Your Neck

A
perfectly
packaged
pendant
that
says
all
the
 right
things
to
the
M.O.B.
(Mother
of
the
Bride). A
Le"er
to
Mom
Pendant shop.getmarried.com,
$44.95

5 Pack a Punch!

2

Dad
gets
a
12‐pack
in
the
mail
once
a
month.
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the
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that
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Beer
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Mrs.,
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commemora8ng
your
big
day.
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$50

6

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Dad
can
wear
so
many
different
hats
on
your
big
 day.
Help
him
get
prepared
with
a
survival
kit. Personalized
Sportsmen’s
GiV
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$26.99

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Nesting is the best part of post-engagement preparations. (Oh! Besides planning the wedding, of course.) Making a wish list of the gadgets and goodies you’ll soon fill your new home with is almost as dreamy as getting that ring on your finger. After all, what bride doesn’t love to shop? When crafting your registry, get creative. Ignore the conventional, bypass the blah and fill your lists with smart, sophisticated stuff. Here, our Get Married shoppers found the most daring but darling fare out there. Happy homemaking!

1

1 Thou shalt not covet thy neighbor’s butter

dish. Guests will want to get their slippery little hands on this.

2

Milkmaid
Bu"er
Dish anthropologie.com $28

2 This vintage pattern’s ornate style is retro-cool. Michelangelo
Five
Piece
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6

3 Traditional tea gets a futuristic boost

with this two-cup, stainless–steel teapot. Sorapot
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for a party, it would wear this color. So glam-rustic. Country
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in
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5 Sip it like royalty with this set replicating patterns from 1900 to 1940. CommemoraEve
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Cup
Set
by
Royal
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Sam
Buffet
Lamp
by
Jane
Gray
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Dog
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7 It’s electric! Toss your coats and

scarves on this vibrant fixture. Blu
dot
2d:3d
Coat
Rack
 Hivemodern.com $89

8 Lend graphic drama to a drab table with

a set of patterned, silk-screened placemats. Jennifer
Judd‐McGee
Tablemats nahco"a.bigcartel.com $68
for
set
of
four

9 These bright bowls offer a size for

every dip and dish.

12

10 Blow one over with this fan disguised

as an owl.

Deco
Breeze
“Owl”
Fan dillards.com $100

8

11 This garden lantern lights up a

romantic evening. Leaf
Lantern
 pachadesign.co.uk
 $18.90

12 Techy meets tasty with this cutting-edge

smoothie machine.

Waring
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PDM‐121
Drink
Mixer macys.com
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credits:
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Dillards,
mixer:

Waring,
dish:

Anthropolgie,
placemat:
Michael
Winters,
bowls:
Williams‐Sonoma,
lamp:

Stray
Dog
Designs,
 soup
bowl:
Kohls,
coat
rack:
Hive,
Modern,
plates:
Nambe,
bookends:
Fizsu,
french
press:
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MulE‐color
Bowls,
Set
of
seven williams‐sonoma.com $179

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mark bookends.

Quote‐Unquote
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–
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by
Eric
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14 Dress up movie night snuggling with a

gold–trimmed blanket.

13

Striped
Linen
with
Gold
Trim
Blanket
 patchnyc.com
 $365

18

15 Soup up your cookin’ with this

funky bowl.

Rachel
Ray
Souped
Up
Bowl
 kohls.com
 $19.99

16 Toss a few pillows on a

neutral-toned chair or couch and voilà! Home sweet home.

Village
Pillows
–
Yellow
and
White
on

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Duck
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start
at
$12

17 Sleek, modern and too cool for

14

school. These plates transform the simplest of dishes into a gourmet meal! Ravine
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Dinnerware
Set
 design
by
Lou
Henry
 nambe.com $85

18 Wake up and smell the espresso with

this French press.

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BEAN
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Michael Shettel from Alfred Angelo

What
is
your
favorite
thing
about
your
job? MS:
One
of
the
most
rewarding
parts
of
being
a
bridal
designer
is
 sugges8ng
a
completely
different
silhoue;e
for
a
bride.
Watching
the
joy,
 uncertainty
and
then
euphoria
on
her
face
when
she
looks
in
the
mirror
 and
knows
she
found
her
dress—it’s
irreplaceable! 
 Where
do
you
draw
inspiraEon
from
as
a
designer? MS:
Nature,
art
and
photography,
both
past
and
present,
as
well
as
each
 bride
I
meet.
 
 What
are
your
biggest
influences? MS:
Fashion
throughout
the
decades—I
love
and
admire
the
 connec8on
fashion
has
to
culture,
society
and
how
it
sets
the
 standards
of
the
8mes.

I have been working in bridal with Alfred Angelo for 11 years. Since 1999, I’ve been privileged to be a part of taking many brides’ wedding days from simple to show stopping.

What
are
your
favorite
pieces
from
the
Spring
2010
line? MS:
2117
is
one
of
my
favorite
styles
for
the
season
because
 it
is
modern
and
boldly
understated.
Its
crystal‐beaded
 sweetheart
neckline,
drama8cally
draped
mermaid

 silhoue;e
and
cloud‐like
skirt
are
a
perfect
combina8on

 for
today’s
bride. Alfred
Angelo
has
been
called
America’s
favorite
 bridesmaids’
dresses.
What
is
it
about
your
bridesmaid
 dress
collecEon
that
appeals
to
everyone? MS:
Color,
color,
color!
Color
is
key
and,
at
Alfred
Angelo,
 color
is
how
we
start
each
season.
Styling
is
equally
 important.
With
details
like
delicate
shirring,
draped
 waistlines
and
glamorous
necklines,
the
collec8on
can
be
 dressed
up
or
worn
casual.
We
are
equally
successful
with
long
 and
short
bridesmaid
dresses.

Some
styles
are
offered
in
both
a
 long
and
short
version. What
recent
project
are
you
most
excited
about
working

 on
right
now? MS:
We
are
very
excited
about
our
eco‐friendly
bridesmaids
 collec8on,
Purely
Alfred
Angelo.
The
new
collec8on
is
cra?ed
 with
silk
dupioni
(solids
and
plaids),
crinkle
chiffon,
co;on
 sateen
and
floral‐printed
voiles.
The
colors
are
vibrant
 and
bright—like
Island
Pink,
and
Orange
Sunset—or
 are
natural
tones,
such
as
Fern
and
Maize.
All
of
the
 dresses
are
short
and
with
a
few
accessories,

 can
be
worn
a?er
the
wedding
to
the
office

 or
a
Sunday
brunch.
Purely
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a
sign
of
the

 8mes
and
an
exci8ng
new
addi8on
to
all

 of
the
current
collec8ons.

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numerous
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complete
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done well, it provides a sultry definition to the eye that’s not overdone, but looks appealing to nearly all colors and skin tones,” she says. Matching these standout beauty elements to the overall vision of your wedding is simple. “I choose the lip color according to the color theme —taking into consideration the color of the flowers and bridesmaids dresses, in addition to the bride’s overall coloring,” Hoag says. The trick to achieving this look is balance. Eye shadows are kept to a neutral palette, so lip and blush colors can be used to make features pop. But, it’s not just about the colors—it’s all in the technique. “If this look is not done well, it can be a hot mess,” Hoag says, laughing. “I prefer to use the fade technique, where a black and brown pencil is applied to the lash line, and blended out until the line dissipates. A smoky color is applied over the pencil, which creates definition on the lash line,” Hoag explains. Then, a pressed powder is applied under the brow with a touch of shimmer if necessary.

he Look. Before deciding on the look that was right for her, we gave our bride-to-be, Maya Egosi, the Get Married “What’s Your Bridal Style?” personality quiz. She scored as “Charlotte,” as in Sex in the City Charlotte, which means her traditional taste stands the test of time while incorporating modern elements and trends. (To take your own Get Married bride personality quiz, visit http://www.getmarried. com/discover-your-style.) The Dessy Destination Bridal Style 1027 dress was selected to achieve both elegance and edge. Its traditional, sweetheart neckline is updated with a modern twist-drape on the bodice that goes to the natural waist, and a matching belt accentuates a petite midsection. The flowing chiffon in ivory is light and airy for the summer bride. “I love it,” Egosi says. “It’s fun and beautiful!” The dress offered a simple surface to add over-the-top elements and mix-and-match accessories, such as a trendy necklace and bracelet or clutch full of panache. “It’s flirty and trendy, but there are traditional elements in this look,” says Stylist Carlen Funk. “Jewelry can turn a simple dress into a show-stopping outfit. Adorn yourself with chunky pearls, which are simultaneously sophisticated and playful. For more drama, a large, beaded felt necklace is confident and very on-trend right now.” Finally, a white bouquet makes a classy statement—it’s understated with the sweet charm of a traditional wedding.

The Hair. Maya’s hair was fashioned into this updated Breakfast at Tiffany’s ’do by Daniel Jones, hairstylist and owner of Muse Salon & Spa. “Modern classic is just a spin off of a classic style with a sleek, clean, modern edge,” Jones says about his vision for this trend. “Accessories, such as the Dessy headband, add a little flair to the look.” Though Maya’s curly hair was straightened before wrapping her strands into this style du jour, headbands are an amazing trend right now and look fantastic in curly hair and curled up-dos as well, Jones explains. To achieve this look, Jones first set her locks into a low pony, folded onto itself. Next, hair was wrapped around the elastic band to cover hide it. Kérastase Resistance Double Force Multi-Protective hairspray was used to hold the final up-do in place.

The Makeup. We enlisted Alyson Hoag, makeup guru and owner of Authentic Beauty, to create an elegant, flawless look for Maya. “I like the smoky eye for the classically modern bride because if it’s

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wedding
scene
is
encountering
a
huge
burst
in
crea8vity
for
the
major
trends
this
 season.
We’re
seeing
bright,
bold
and
innova8ve
designs
flowing
through
wedding
 a?er
wedding
as
brides
trade
tradi8onal
looks
for
something
a
bit
more
adventurous.
 Flaunt
your
flair
with
a
PEACOCK
feather
–
adorned
headpiece
as
you
walk
the
walk.
We
adore
 this
look!
Everyone
knows
you’re
a
superstar.
 Find
a
li;le
inspira8on
from
STAR
designs
that
are
out
of
this
world.
Punctuate
your
neckline
or
 your
dinner
napkins
with
a
dis8nguished
FLEUR
DE
LIS
for
a
chic,
hipster
vibe.
And
fall
in
love
all
 over
again
with
the
delicate
DANDELION
in
the
form
of
bright
jewelry
and
en8cing
invita8ons.
 From
bridesmaid
dresses
and
candy‐8nted
gems
to
place
cards
and
favor
boxes,
grab
on
to
one
 or
all
of
these
unusual
trends
and
make
them
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A vibrant headband as a finishing touch. Peacock
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Make an entrance and a statement at the same time with this feathery clutch. Peacock
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Peacock

“ Peacock is part of the fine-feather category and it’s huge right now. You can use the feathers with any kind of flower to add extravagance to the bridal processional or in the bride’s hair to give her look an extra edge.” –
Samantha
Goldberg,
celebrity
wedding
designer

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100

This uber-bold get-up is made for the adventurous bride. (We’re waiting for Lady Gaga to don these threads.) Raging
Raven
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My, that bird sure has a delicious, I mean, delightful plumage. Peacock
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credit:
purse:
Clutch
That!,
cake:
Perfect
Wedding
Cake,
 dress:
Jeff
Edney
Studios,
bouquet:

Jeff
Tisman,
headband:

Faigie

The more blues and greens, the more mesmerizing.

A single–swooping feather will make a lasting impression on wedding guests.

The sweetest thing in the meadow combined with a pop of violet color adds whimsy. Sweet
Dandelions
 Candy
Violet
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Everything’s just dandy when you adorn your bridesmaids with this friendly ring.

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“A dandelion represents wishes, hopes and dreams—all the things brides are made of. As you leave from your wedding, instead of throwing rice or roses, have your friends and family ‘wish’ you away.” –
Heidi
Elnora,
designer
and
Project
Runway
alum

Dish it out on graphic black-and-white china—it even makes takeout look masterful. Photo
credit:
lamp:
Hannah
Nunn,
plates:
Cb2,
ring:
McTeigue
&
McClelland,
cake:
Darren
DiPietro

Dandelion
Plates cb2.com $4.95
and
up

Your love nest will bloom alongside a glowing mood lamp. Dandelion
lights Small
Allium
Table
Lamp etsy.com/shop/Hannahnunn $88

Giving comes naturally with these custom-printed bags. Recycled
Favor
Bags shop.getmarried.com $32.90
for
50
bags

Make a wedding wish and blow out the dandelions on this funky green cake. Dandelion
Cake
 occakestudio.com price
upon
request

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When you wish upon this star, you’ll smell like an angel—that’s soft notes of bergamot, dewberry and vanilla. Thierry
Mugler
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Bridesmaids shine in this glittery rhinestone headband.

Zooey Deschanel would love the indie-cool vibe of these cartoon stars.

Belle’s
Rhinestone
Double
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Headband
 EmitaEons.com
 $19.99

Banner
Day
Save
the
Date

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100

Stars

“Stars fill the sky in a starry night-inspired wedding. Use clusters of stars for aisle markers, and your flower girl can toss starry glitter as you ascend the aisle.” –
Bruce
Vassar
and
Ma$hew
Tre$el,
The
Wedding
Guys

Star light, star bright, add these sparkly floaters to fountains or beverages.

You’re the star of this show, so why not go with a fitting invitation? Star
Wedding
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for
100

A cosmic cake to rocket you into marital bliss! perfectweddingcake.com Price
upon
request

Party like a rock star at a bachelorette shindig with this cotton tunic. Party
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Star
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Ask guests to join in the tradition with this regal invite.

Black
Fleur‐de‐Lis
Wedding
InvitaEon shop.getmarried.com $94.50
for
100

Legend has it that the “flower of the lily” is a good luck charm. abeladesigns.com price
upon
request

Fleur de Lis

“ There’s something about the Fleur de Lis that is regal, appealing to men and women alike and perfectly fitting for the day when you should be Queen with your groom as the King.” –
Danielle
Atkinson,
WedificaAon

A contemporary, colorful spin on the time-honored element. notacrumb.com
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upon
request

Fit for a Queen—adorn your finger with some royal bling. kcdesignsnyc.com price
upon
request

Put a cork in it with a tasteful bottle topper.

Fleur‐de‐Lis
Elegant
Chrome
Bo"le
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Display your coat of arms on guest towels at home. Ecru
Guest
Towels
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50

Photo
credits:
ring:
Tom
Tragale,
cake:
Not
a
Crumb

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Glam
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Bright Beginnings

A candy-colored reception in Utah shows off a couple’s sweet dream Photography
by
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Westover

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nnie Kimball was never one to fit the mold. Though a devout Mormon, she opted not to get married right away, deciding instead to travel the world and to wait until she found the perfect guy before settling down. Annie moved to a new town and when she attended church, there stood Jon, the man who would later be the one. Three days after the two caught a glimpse of one another, Jon gave Annie a call. Since that date, the pair has been inseparable. Jon proposed to Annie on a long distance road trip from Utah to California through a series of 10 gifts that got bigger and better the closer the couple got to California. For the finale, he held her hand and led her through the quiet greens of the private golf course he grew up practicing on in Santa Barbara. Then he dropped to one knee. The couple was sealed in a traditional Mormon ceremony in August, 2009, at the Salt Lake City Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints temple, one of the oldest churches in the country. All ten of Jon’s siblings attended giving him a whopping total of 14 groomsmen. Annie topped that with a group befitting 27 Dresses fame—she had 20 bridesmaids. “I wanted the wedding to be happy and bright,” says Annie of the reception afterwards. She chose hot pink, yellow and melon with aqua as her wedding colors. With only two months to plan, Annie was still able to pull off a gorgeous wedding with the help of family and friends. Her sister-in-law Autumn designed hundreds of handcrafted fans and her family and friends assembled them all. The reception was held at Robert Redford’s Sundance Canyon, where brilliantly hued candy tables, bridesmaids in all forms of pastels, a five-layered cake, a savory menu and music by Party Train filled the rustic space.

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LeV
to
Right:
1.
Annie’s
sister‐in‐law
Autumn
 designed
250
fans
from
wallpaper,
spray
paint
and
 fishing
line.
Her
family
and
friends
assembled
them
 all.
2.
Carrie’s
Cakes
cra?ed
a
five‐layer
cake
for
the
 couple.
Each
layer
had
its
own
dis8nct
flavor,
like
red
 velvet
and
chocolate
filling,
lemon
poppy‐seed
and
 bu;er
cream
filling,
and
almond
and
raspberry
swirl
 cake
with
bu;er
cream
filling.
3.
Annie
wore
a
gown
 by
local
wedding
dress
maker
Melissa
Blackburn.
 “She
was
so
great,
she
even
offered
marriage
advice
 during
the
fivngs,”
says
Annie.
4.
“I
had
fun
designing
 the
table!”
says
Annie.
The
chandeliers
were
from
 Anthropologie.
Autumn
painted
them
aqua.
5.
 Jessica
Hatch
included
garden
roses,
hydrangeas,
billy
 balls,
champagne
daisies
and
calla
lilies
in
the
bridal
 bouquet.
6.
Florist
Jessica
Hatch
incorporated
bright
 summer
colors
into
the
table
sevng.
7.“I
have
an
 obsession
with
candy
and
I
have
since
I
was
li;le,”
says
 the
bride.
The
groom
obliged
his
wife’s
sweet
tooth.

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A Love Song A water cooler romance leads to a melodic reception at Nashville’s Country Music Hall of Fame Design
by
Karen
Kaforey,
Photography
by
Patsy
Brown

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ob and Anna Peebles still can’t track down where they were when they first crossed paths at the Dell office where they worked. He claims it was the water fountain, she says it was the ice machine. “I still remember what he wore when we first met,” gushes Anna. Soon the pair were spending off-the-clock hours together as well. Though their lives eventually pulled them in different directions, the couple reunited on Anna’s birthday in 2007 and they’ve been together ever since. In a proposal that gives office romance a boon, Rob grabbed Anna to take their dog to the park on a Saturday afternoon. As they went for a walk along the nature trails, they came across a field full of wildflowers. Anna began picking flowers and then, “I looked over at Rob and he was on his knees beside our dog Scout with tears streaming down his face.” With aspirations of country music stardom, it just made sense for Anna to book her wedding at the Country Music Hall of Fame. Since Anna is from Alabama and Rob is from Texas, it was a destination wedding for everyone in the family except for the couple. Despite the amazing décor, the venue and Anna’s performance of “Sweet Home Alabama” at the reception, the bride lists all of the simpler moments as her most treasured. Her grandfather walked her down the aisle, and just before the doors opened, he squeezed her hand. Then there was the moment she first saw Rob’s face. “I remember what his face looked like when he saw me.” Later he confessed, “I was blown away by the way she looked.”

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to
Right:
1.
Rob
and
Anna
Peebles
were
wed
 at
the
West
End
United
Methodist
Church
on
Aug.
1,
2009.
 They
held
their
recep8on
at
the
Country
Music
Hall
of
Fame
in
 Nashville.
2.
The
bride
carried
a
bouquet
by
Joe
Smith
of
Ilex
of
 green
ivy
and
amaranths
with
off‐white
french
garden
roses
and
 stephano8s
with
a
touch
of
so?
coral
3.
Ten
tall,
bistro
tables
 were
decorated
with
stacks
of
birch
branches
sivng
on
a
bed
of
 fresh
mood
moss
with
clusters
of
roses,
hydrangeas
and
berries,
 by
Joe
Smith
at
Ilex.
4.
This
Nashville
bride
wore
cowboy
boots
 by
Ariat.
Her
Muna
Couture
gown
incorporated
lace
from
her
 mother’s
wedding
dress.
5.
Maples
Wedding
Cakes
cra?ed
a
 sourcream
and
almond
cake.
6.
Rob
and
Anna’s
love
of
Mexican
 cuisine
transferred
into
a
“Roberita”
bar,
the
couple’s
signature
 drink.
7.
Krystal
burgers
were
brought
in
as
a
late‐night
snack
for
 guests.

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Windy City Wedding Elegance permeates elements of a modern Chicago affair Design
by
Engaging
Events
by
Ali,
Photography
by
Becky
Hill

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ubrey Verdun had a fun-filled afternoon of activities planned on the day he popped the question to Nicole Hasbrouck. After indulging in spa treatments, a late lunch, a church service and a tantalizing, grand–tasting menu at Vetri Italian restaurant, Nicole thought things couldn’t get much better…but then they did! “He finished off the night by taking me to the gazebo in the back of the Philadelphia Museum of Art overlooking the river, and proposed to me there. It was a beautiful day!” says Nicole. The couple decided to wed at the Ritz-Carlton, Chicago on October 2009. “We live in Philadelphia but I’m from Chicago, and we love Michigan Avenue and thought it would be a fun place for all of our guests. The Ritz-Carlton Ballroom is one of a kind and it’s beautiful,” says Nicole, who was especially impressed by the space’s floor-to-ceiling windows, large (yet intimate) feeling room and the stunning, Swarovski Crystal chandelier. The bride’s parents put on a lavish, fun-filled event complete with the Ritz-Carlton’s champagne processional, a gourmet cocktail hour and a top–notch band, The Peter Hennes Orchestra. “The selection of the band was very important as they wanted the guests to dance, dance, dance and that they did,” says wedding planner, Ali Phillips. “Nicole and Aubrey wanted the wedding to be fun yet intimate. With lighting, we allowed for the room of the ceremony to have a soft glow with the taller branch centerpieces appointed down the aisle and pin-spotted,” says Ali. The pair gave their wedding additional personalization by monogramming their napkins with their initials and by replicating the invitation design onto their wedding cake. During the ceremony, the couple performed a special African ceremony of jumping the broom to represent their commitment to one another.

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LeV
to
Right:
1.
Sarah’s
Pastries
&
Candies
created
this
savory
graham
cracker
cake
 with
two
layers
of
amare;o
mouse
and
one
layer
of
cream
cheese
fros8ng.
2.

Flower
Firm
 put
together
lavish
florals
for
the
wedding.
In
this
photo,
the
bride
holds
a
pure‐white
calla
lily
 bouquet.
3.
Aubrey
and
Nicole,
both
doctors,
had
li;le
8me
to
put
their
wedding
together,
but
 with
the
help
of
several
skilled
vendors
they
were
able
to
enjoy
a
spectacular
event.
4.
Chicago
 is
known
for
its
deep
dish
pizza,
so
Nicole
and
Aubrey
sent
guests
home
with
pizza
cu;ers
and
 a
cute
note
with
the
city
skyline
on
it.
5.
Ali
Phillips
gave
the
room
a
warm,
comfortable
feel
 despite
its
large
size
by
crea8ng
tablescapes
like
this.
6.
Bride
and
groom
partake
in
the
African
 tradi8on
of
jumping
the
broom.
7.
Nicole
found
inspira8on
in
Sarah
Jessica
Parker’s
Carrie
 Bradshaw
and
wore
Manolo
Blahniks
similar
to
those
featured
in
the
Sex
and
the
City
movie.
8.
 The
friend
who
introduced
bride
and
groom
salutes
the
couple
in
tradi8onal
African
garb.
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Sweet Serenade

Rachel and Arthur make beautiful music at The Walt Disney Concert Hall Planning
by
Lisa
Vorce,
Photography
by
Elizabeth
Messina

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week after Arthur and Rachel Lee were set up on a blind date at what Rachel describes as “an awkward group dinner in San Francisco’s Little Italy,” Arthur called her. From that day on, he would call at least once a day despite the long distance between New York and San Francisco. The lovelorn couple struggled with long distance for two and a half years. “When I finally moved up to California to be close to him, he planned a day trip to Napa within weeks of me moving there. We went on all of these wine tours and basically ended up at the Vintage Inn for the night. Arthur had arranged for a huge bouquet of roses to be in the room and I went over and touched them. They were so beautiful I couldn’t believe they were real. Then, I opened the note tucked in the bouquet (handwritten by Arthur) and it said ‘close your eyes,’ so I did. When he told me to open them, he was kneeling with a ring,” says Rachel. The two wed in a ceremony at The Walt Disney Concert Hall Amphitheater in Los Angeles officiated by a mutual friend. Both originally from L.A., the couple chose a location that would make travel easy for their family and friends. “They loved the architecture and simple lines of The Walt Disney Concert Hall,” says Designer Lisa Vorce. Lisa helped the couple create a look that, like the venue, was simple. Post-ceremony, guests were invited into a cocktail hour with a string quartet playing as the sun set. The party eventually moved inside the concert hall for a four-course dinner. The band, Impulse, played their own rendition of Jack Johnson’s “Better When We’re Together” while the couple impressed the crowd with a choreographed West Coast swing dance. “The band really helped to make it a memorable evening,” says Rachel. “But the moment my husband and his friends surprised me with a sweet serenade stole the show.”

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Clockwise
from
Top
LeV:
1.
The
ceremony
was
 held
in
the
round
at
an
amphitheater
at
The
Walt
 Disney
Concert
Hall
in
Los
Angeles.
2.
Rachel’s
 dress,
designed
by
Monique
Lhuillier,
was
the
 first
one
she
tried
on.
3.
Bridesmaids
wore
 Laundry
by
Shelli
Segal

4.

and
carried
bouquets
 of
chartreuse
cymbidium
orchids
and
so?
white
 roses
by
Fleure8ca.
5.
A
tradi8onal
dress
worn
by
 one
of
the
couple’s
grandmothers.
6.
Bride,
groom
 and
wedding
officiant
stood
among
yellow
rose
 petals
during
the
ceremony.
7.
The
four‐8er
cake
 by
Pavcakes
in
Altadena
was
on
display.
8.
Wraps
 were
provided
to
keep
guests
warm
during
the
 cocktail
hour
as
the
sun
set.

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Napa Valley Nuptials A Jewish ceremony takes place amidst the lavender fields of wine country Design
by
Sasha
Souza,
Photography
by
Alisha
&
Brook

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n a bright August day at a private estate in the Napa Valley, Melissa and Justin Schmidt exchanged vows. The uniqueness of the spot created a Midsummer Night’s Dream aura around the event. “Guests were so close to the grapes, they could smell the aroma of fresh grapes during the ceremony!” says the bride. “Justin and I have always loved Napa. It’s just so incredibly beautiful, romantic and you can’t get better food or wine anywhere else.” Although the wedding went off without a hitch, Justin’s proposal wasn’t quite as easy to execute. Two days into a luxurious vacation in Mexico, the couple ate locally and Melissa got incredibly sick. “Little did I know, poor Justin was planning on proposing the next night!” After recovering from four days of the worst cold she’d ever had, Justin swept her off to the boat docks. “Once we headed out onto the open ocean, I saw the most amazing sailboat in the distance,” says Melissa. They boarded the stunning schooner and sailed out while the sun was setting. Justin proposed amidst a family of dolphins jumping on either side of the boat. Their ceremony and reception would turn out to be as romantic as the proposal. “Melissa is an interior designer and had a clear vision from the start about what the wedding was going to feel like,” says celebrity wedding designer Sasha Souza, who created the event. “Their aesthetic was very glam-rustic with wood branches, clear glass, crystals and country style flowers all mixed together.” With 90 guests, it was all about family and making everybody feel welcome. Hence, the single, 96 foot dining table. The centerpieces had a flea-market chic sort of feeling that the bride and groom loved. Sasha’s use of pewter and silver elements with the mink and carnation hues created an unexpected, cool-toned décor.

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Clockwise
from
Top
LeV:
1.
The
chuppah
was
staged
under
an
enormous
eucalyptus
tree
tucked
 back
in
a
corner
of
the
property.
2.
The
bridal
bouquet,
by
Leah
Lowery
for
Sasha
Souza
Events,
 was
finished
with
a
locket
that
had
a
picture
of
Melissa
and
her
mother
in
it.
3.
The
raised
fabric
 rose;es
on
the
tablecloth,
coupled
with
the
vintage,
flea‐market
flair
of
the
sevng,
made
this
an
 incredible
table.
4.
The
three‐8ered
cake
is
by
Lisa
Colley
of
Fleur
De
Lisa
Cakes.
“She
is
one
of
the
 most
amazing,
crea8ve
and
tuned‐in
bakers,”
says
Sasha.
5.
“Jus8n
and
I
love
tequila,”
says
the
 bride.
“Once
everyone
sat
down,
we
gave
a
toast
and
our
guests
took
a
shot!”
6.“We
are
definitely
 foodies,”
says
Melissa.
Roasted
baby
ar8choke
hearts
with
parmesan
and
hollandaise
were
 circulated.
7.
Sasha
Souza
created
a
cozy
lounge
area
for
guests
below
a
drama8c
oak
tree.

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Napa Valley Nuptials

Sweet Serendae

Windy City Wedding

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Relax
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the
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Beach
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Aruba.

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ruba is for newlyweds who are eyeing an island escape that offers more than just a beach. Enjoy every possible water sport imaginable and five white-sand beaches or upscale duty-free shopping and fine dining. If you’re a do-er duo, the island’s rich history dating back to the Arawak Indians lends itself no.
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DO: Start off your honeymoon with a service at the luxurious Mandara Spa (mandaraspa.com). We recommend a 50–minute couple’s massage or their signature Balinese Boreh Scrub and Aloe Cucumber wrap, guaranteed to fix even the worst case of jet lag. If you’d rather spend some time on the green than in the spa, the Tierra Del Sol Golf & Country Club (tierradelsol.com) is located only half a mile from the hotel. They offer both club and shoe rental, so you don’t have to worry about losing your prized iron on the flight. Aruba has a variety of beaches and water sports, but perhaps the most popular is scuba diving at one of the reefs or wrecks in the area, where you can see a ton of different fish and coral. Make sure you take advantage of the duty-free shopping at the Renaissance Mall, which includes high-end designers such as Gucci, Rolex, Louis Vuitton and Cartier—all at dutyfree prices (shoprenaissancearuba.com). A little sparkly something to remember your honeymoon by makes for a great first anniversary gift. GO: Grab a taxi or hop a bus for Oranjestad, the island’s capital. Travel back in time with a visit to The Archaeological Museum of Aruba, where visitors can see tools, shells and artifacts from when humans first inhabited Aruba more than 4,500 years ago. Animal-lovers shouldn’t miss the chance to interact with ostriches face-to-face at Aruba Ostrich Farm (arubaostrichfarm.com).

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Love the iconic ski lodge exterior and the mod décor interior.

Telluride, CO By Diane Smith

ramatic and spectacular scenery are the backdrop to a cozy, sweet ski honeymoon in Telluride in the San Juan Mountains of Colorado. Its streets are lined with 19th-century gingerbread houses and quaint shops. But if being out and about in the village isn’t your thing, you can have a dream vacation spent in front of a warm fire with Mr. New Husband.

STAY: In pure luxury at the Lumière where each room comes romance-ready with a fireplace and oversized tub. Lumière means “light” and is a sustainable, tech-heavy, environmentally astute property (www. lumierehotels.com) that is ski in/ski out right on the slope. With only 30 opulent units available for guests, newlyweds will have a unique experience in a boutique setting. Spend your honeymoon canoodling in Egyptian cotton sheets with a personal attendant to cater to your every need. The decadence begins upon check-in with a lit fire, a glass of wine and a selection of artisan cheeses. . at
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DO: For an intimate, rustic French dinner, reserve a table at La Marmotte (lamarmotte. com), a 125-year-old former icehouse. The menu changes with the seasons and Chef Mark Cozy
up
i n
front
o Reggiannini, who trained in NYC f
the
lob by
firepla ce.
 under some of the world’s best chefs, is now on perma-vacation in this gorgeous resort town creating incredible cuisine for its inhabitants. For dessert, have The Hot Chocolate spa treatment at Lumière’s Spa, a soothing chocolate milk bath. GO: Skiing on some of the world’s best slopes. A new, spectacular bowl with European-style terrain opened last year(capellatelluride.com). It’s an unbelievably scenic setting for sleigh rides, dog sledding, guided snowshoe tours and ice skating. Take a gondola ride to a peak 1,800 feet above Telluride for a one-ofa-kind, aerial-style dinner at 221 South Oak Bistro (221southoak.com). If it’s on the menu, don’t skip the Colorado elk with zinfandel sauce and Vermont cheddar-stuffed potato. If you visit in the summer, you may catch a bluegrass or wine festival in the village streets.

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Perfect Paraiso

Los Cabos, Mexico By Brianne Gantt

Free,
loaded
iPods
await
you
at
the
infinity
pool.

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Photo
credit:
Rosewood
Resorts

t’s hard to find something wrong with Las Ventanas al Paraiso, A Rosewood Resort. Mexico has always been an enchanting place to honeymoon, but Las Ventanas is one of those unique, secret spots that in-the-know travelers must t
 
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can whisper to each other in passing. Its starkly, The
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seaside
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DO: Relax with a two-hour massage. Indulgent? Sure. Partake in the sonic crystal meditation circle outside the lounge after your treatment if you feel guilty about your indulgence. Lay in hammocks on the beach or enjoy a special, five-course tasting menu showcasing the unique flavors of the Baja A
desert
faca de
welcomes Peninsula in La Cava, 
you
to
Las
V entanas.
 a 3,500-bottle wine room. Finish the night with mini key lime pies and churros. GO: If you’re in the mood for adventure, the hotel can arrange for you to rent a yacht. The staff will prepare you a gourmet lunch to go out snorkeling at Lover’s Beach or the Sea of Cortez. Jump off a colossal rock into the ocean holding hands with your new Mr. Husband. If you’re more daring, take an ATV ride through the magnificent Baja desert or a helicopter ride over it.

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alm Beach radiates with the lifestyles of a distinctly eclectic set. It’s part coastal town with low, colorful buildings, tacky pink flamingos and palm trees, and part lavish beach getaway with affluent homes and hotels designed with bold, lively décor and carefully manicured landscapes. The two opposites fit perfectly and create an intriguing atmosphere for visitors. STAY: Wake up with your new hubby to the sound of waves lapping against the shore when you stay at one of the The Ritz Carlton, Palm Beach’s luxurious oceanfront suites. The resort, offering 310 guest rooms, two pools on a 3,000-square-foot ocean-side terrace, a beach, a fully equipped fitness center, an outdoor fire pit lounging station, onsite shopping and four diverse restaurants, is designed to be self-contained so that you never really have to leave it. DO: Be sure to spend a significant amount of time at the Eau Spa, a glamorous 42,000-square-foot space that focuses on sensory experiences with touches of wet, wit and whimsy. When you enter, there’s a wishing well that allows guests to light a tea light and make a wish. While lounging between or after treatments, you’ll sit in a

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A WEDDING THEME FIT FOR A HIGH ROLLER Since Las Vegas can be kind of a madhouse for planning a wedding, Dennis Silknitter, assistant director of catering at Four Seasons Hotel Las Vegas recommends looking ahead and asking questions. “Ask thorough questions such as whether there are any restrictions on vendors, noise restrictions or curfews,” Silknitter says. “Also check the city’s Convention Calendar for large conventions or meetings that may affect guest room rates and airport fares. Narrow your search to the top four venues early on, keeping in mind your ambiance and budget preferences.” Then, go play!

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Since
1994,
Savoir
Faire
Band/DJ
combina8on
has
 specialized
in
Weddings
providing
a
wide
variety
 of
home
run
hits
for
all
genera8ons
to
enjoy
the
 entertainment.
Our
Band
leader/Emcee/Vocalist
 Stu
Cornick
handles
all
booking
and
i8nerary
 assistance
directly
with
clients,
planners
and
 facility
managers
to
insure
successful
events.
Over
 1,000
Band
and
Disc
Jockey
events
performed
at
 Hotels,
Country
Clubs,
Restaurants
and
Clubs. Bay
Area;
San
Francisco,
San
Jose,
Wine
Country 408.221.8272

•

www.SavoirFaireBand.com

Percy Sales Events

He
got
down
on
one
knee….
and
you
said
YES!

 Let
the
planning
begin.
At
Des8na8on
Wedding
 Consul8ng
we
know
how
many
ques8ons
there
are
 to
answer
and
that
it
takes
8me.
Our
consul8ng
 packages
are
designed
with
you,
the
bride,
in
mind.

 We
know
it
is
your
day
and
we
want
to
be
with
you
 from
the
start
to
the
aisle. By
appointment
only 888.338.0852
 www.desEnaEonweddingconsulEng.com

7705
Brookmill
Road,
Downey,
CA
90241 562.305.3744
•
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Simply Chic

Destination Wedding Consulting CA

Mira Bridal Couture

CA

The
Central
Valley’s
Premier
Bridal
Salon.
Offering
 classic
designs
for
the
stylish
bride
and
groom.
 Exclusive
wedding
gown
designers,
unique
bridal
 party
dresses,
adorable
flower
girl
dresses,
tuxedos
 and
accessories.
Wedding
consultants
offering
 complete
wedding
planning
services,
day
of
 wedding
services
and
partnerships
with
the
areas
 best
wedding
vendors. 1019
J
St.,
Modesto,
CA
95354 209.338.9333
•
www.mirabridal.com

CA

JTB Event Designers

CA

L
Party
Designs
is
a
full
service
event
planning
and
 floral
design
studio. Our
ambi8on
is
to
design
and
create
a
look
for
your
 event
that
is
striking
and
unforge;able.
Everyone
 is
unique
and
with
our
personalized
service,
we
 will
help
you
cra?
the
atmosphere
and
mood
you
 desire.
No
occasion
is
too
big
or
too
small;
from
 concep8on
to
comple8on…we’ll
be
by
your
side.

JTB
Event
Designers
plan
special
events
for
 corporate
and
private
clients.
We’re
dedicated
to
 making
every
special
event
memorable.
We
provide
 top
quality,
crea8ve,
and
cost‐effec8ve
planning.

 We
will
take
your
event
from
concept
to
comple8on
 without
burdening
you,
your
family,
staff,
or
 volunteers.
Contact
the
best
event
planners
in
the
 business.
Let
JTB
turn
your
dreams
into
a
reality.

By
Appointment
Only 323.474.8540
•
www.LPartyDesigns.com

2851
West
120th
St.,
Suite
E108, Hawthorne,
CA

90250 323.750.1988
•
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California
‐
Florida

Ceremonies by Bethel

CA

How
do
you
want
your
wedding
to
feel?
Let’s
 work
together
to
design
a
ceremony
that
will
 mean
the
most
to
you
–
one
that
reflects
your
 feelings
for
each
other,
includes
your
desired
 tradi8ons,
and
provides
your
family
and
 friends
a
sense
of
your
unique
rela8onship.
 Ordained
officiant
open
to
all.

101
Alice
St.,
Bridgeport,
CT
06606 203.683.7442 www.ardysslife.com/2MYSHAPE CA

As
an
Interna8onal
Award
winning
photographer
my
 images
are
a
mix
of
pure
romance
&
magazine
style
 photojournalism.
I
have
a
genuine
love
for
all
people
 &
my
exper8se
is
des8na8on
wedding
photography.
 I
do
have
a
gi?
of
making
people
feel
comfortable
 and
as
a
crea8ve
soul
my
enthusias8c
energy
is
 contagious!
My
clients
love
that
I
photograph
them
 with
my
talent,
but
also
with
my
heart. Southern
California 1.877.266.7380

•

www.teriloweryphotography.com

Bridal Showplace Bridal Shows

CT

Welcome,
I
would
like
to
introduce
you
to
a
 phenomenon
called
2myshape.
We
offer
a
complete
 line
of
stylish
yet
comfortable
undergarments
for
 both
men
and
women.
These
garments
are
designed
 to
reshape
the
body
to
a
desired
shape
and
size.

 These
garments
are
made
of
study
lightweight
fabric
 that
allows
the
skin
to
breath,
while
holding
the
 redefined
body
shape.

Located
in
San
Diego
–
please
call
for
appointment 619.302.3035
•
www.ceremoniesbybethel.com

Teri Lowery Photography

2Myshape

CA

Little Black Dress Weddings

DC

Specializing
in
out‐of‐town
bags
(from
design
to
 guest
room
delivery!)
and
recep8on
accessories
 like
cake
stands,
bathroom
recep8on
kits,
candy
 buffets,
kids’
entertainment
kits,
card
boxes
 and
more.
Services
include
wedding
style
and
 design
plans
with
our
wedding
stylist
to
define
 your
wedding
theme
and
implement
it
crea8vely
 throughout
your
wedding. 1728
20th
St.
NW.,
Washington,
DC
20009 202.701.8696
•
www.lbdweddings.com

Candy Scoop Store

FL

This
is
the
“Showplace”
to
meet
Southern
California’s
 most
dis8nguished
wedding
professionals,
over
 100
exhibitors
offering
every
product
and
service
 you
need.
Taste
gourmet
cake,
hors
d’oeuvres
and
 chocolate
delicacies,
listen
to
the
Entertainment
 Showcase,
get
ideas
from
the
wedding
planning
 seminars,
see
the
choreographed
fashion
shows
and
 win
door
prizes
galore!

Join
us
in
celebra8ng
our
 100th
show
at
the
Queen
Mary
on
8/15/10.



 All
of
Southern
CA 562.381.2865
•
www.bridalshowplace.net

Everybody
LOVES
candy!
Candy
buffets
are
 replacing
tradi8onal
wedding
favors
at
weddings
 these
days.
Here
at
the
Candy
Scoop
Store,
we
carry
 scoops,
tongs,
ladles
and
spoons
for
your
candy
 buffet
scooping
needs.
Over
60
styles,
shapes,
sizes
 and
colors
to
choose
from,
we
have
a
scoop
that
 will
fit
your
wedding
theme/colors.
Most
under
$5!
 Love
IS
SWEET,
why
not
scoop
it
up?

Elevation Studio

La Vie en Rose Floral Designs

CO

I
am
so
blessed
to
share
in
one
of
the
most
 important
days
of
a
couple’s
life
together!
From
 the
pre–ceremony
ji;ers
and
the
tears
of
joy,
to
 the
mischievousness
of
your
flowergirl,
it
is
my
 job
to
an8cipate
those
in8mate
moments
and
 cra?
your
images
into
a
one–of–a–kind
album.
 All
packages
include
an
online
gallery
and
high
 resolu8on
images
on
disk.

1306
S.
Dale
Mabry
Hwy.,
Tampa,
FL
33629 813.253.3905

•

www.lavieflorist.com CT

“Dreams
will
come
true,
we
create
memories
that
 you’ll
cherish
for
a
life8me.” Perfect
Princess
Events
is
passionate
about
making
 weddings
fabulous.

We
love
designing
and
planning
 weddings
that
will
best
enhance
the
look
and
feel
 of
your
wedding.

A;en8on
to
detail
is
our
specialty,
 along
with
our
personal
touch.

Every
couple
is
unique
 and
“you”
should
have
a
wedding
that
truly
reflects
 your
personal
style. Vernon 860.985.8009

•

www.PerfectPrincessEvents.com

Bev Knox Consulting Firm

Allan Jay Images

FL

Treasured
memories
that
last
a
life8me Allan
Jay
Images
is
a
caring,
professional
photographer
 based
in
Central
Florida.
Allan
Jay
Images
specializes
 in
crea8ve,
photojournalis8c
wedding
photography.
 Establishing
a
personal
rela8onship
with
each
client
 results
in
images
that
are
natural,
in8mate
and
 spontaneous.
We
focus
on
making
sure
our
brides
 and
grooms
are
comfortable
on
their
special
day
so
 no
request
is
too
big
or
too
small.
 Serving
Central
Florida 407.252.8094

•

www.allanjayimages.com

CT

Weddings
for
Less…
We
are
not
only
FABULOUS
at
 what
we
do,
but
we
take
a
unique
approach
based
 on
our
client’s
need
and
budget.
Our
professional
 staff
work
diligently
to
create
a
direct
reflec8on
 of
client’s
personality
and
fantasy.
We
specialize
 in
All‐inclusive
Weddings
$10k
or
less.
Pick
your
 budget,
and
we
do
the
rest.
We
handle
all
the
 arrangements
from
A‐Z. P.O.
Box
1137,
Old
Saybrook,
CT
06475
Serving
CT
&
RI 866.346.1469
•
www.BevKnox.com

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FL

Our
goal
is
to
produce
the
finest
in
floral
designs. La
Vie
en
Rose
will
assist
you,
a
chic,
modern
 thinking
bride
with
making
your
“Big”
day
an
 unforge;able
experience
by
crea8ng
space
 transforma8ons
through
expertly
cra?ed
modern
 floral
designs
coupled
with
crea8ve
ligh8ng,
fine
 linens
and
draping
décor
services.
Known
for
quality
 and
choice
of
flowers
that
stay
vibrant
into
the
night.
 Consulta8on
by
appointment.
Available
for
travel.

Colorado 719.352.2187

•
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Perfect Princess Events

USA
and
Worldwide 888.806.1946
•
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C & C Designs Flowers and Events

FL

Congratula8ons!
C
&
C
Designs
specializes
in
crea8ng
 floral
designs
that
fit
your
personality,
style
and
 budget.
In
addi8on,
our
Accredited
Bridal
Consultant
 is
able
to
assist
you
in
planning
your
dream
wedding,
 whether
you
need
full
planning
or
just
want
a
 professional
to
handle
the
details
of
your
wedding
 day.
Call
us
today
so
that
we
can
begin
crea8ng
your
 beau8fully
memorable
event.
 Serving
South
Florida
and
DesEnaEons 954.649.7441
•
www.ccdesignsfl.com

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Florida

Ashira Photography

FL

Every
li;le
detail
that
is
present
in
a
wedding
 day
is
a
memory
wai8ng
to
be
created.
With
my
 camera,
I
capture
those
moments
where
the
 Bride
&
Groom’s
world
stops,
when
even
though
 everyone
special
to
you
is
in
the
room,
nothing
 else
ma;ers,
but
the
couple.
I
am
so
excited
to
 work
with
you
and
capture
your
wedding
day
 Bold
&
Sassy
style!

Orlando,
FL 407.242.5433

•

www.ashiraphotography.com

Florida,
available
for
Travel
Worldwide 850.910.1893
•
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RW Events

FL

In
a
word
or
phrase
‐
Remembering
When
is
 contemporary,
chic,
sassy,
trendse;ers,
organized,
 accomplished,
go
ge;ers,
love
junkies,
crea8ve
 and
poised.
We
are
Central
Florida’s
elite
wedding
 designers
and
planners.
We
are
the
perfect
fit
 for
the
savvy
and
discerning
bride!
Imagine
the
 unbelievable
and
we’ll
take
it
from
there!

Absolutely Gorgeous Brides

FL

FL

Olde Naples Chocolate

Affordable
Dream
Weddings
and
Events
offers
a
 fairy
tale
sevng
to
host
your
special
day.
 Whether
you’re
planning
an
in8mate
gathering
or
 a
wedding
recep8on
for
600.
We
have
the
perfect
 Venue
for
you.
Our
services
include:
Catering,
 decor,
photo,
video,
flowers,
entertainment,
and
 more.
Our
specialty
is
planning
unforge;able
 des8na8on
weddings
in
South
Florida

Featured
in
major
magazines
and
television,
Olde
 Naples
Chocolate
has
been
helping
brides
create
 memorable
weddings
since
2003.
At
ONC
we
are
 commi;ed
to
bringing
you
only
the
finest
hand‐ cra?ed
chocolates
and
crea8ng
affordable
luxury
 with
favors
that
are
uniquely
yours—making
your
 special
day
an
event
to
remember.
We
can
work
 with
your
style,
and
your
budget,
to
create
the
 items
that
make
your
wedding
memorable.

954.822.7273
•
marinarieken@aol.com www.AffordableDreamWeddingsandEvents.com

945
5th
Ave.
N.,
Naples,
FL
34102 239.262.3975

•

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 FL

Orlando Events by Design

FL

FL

Orlando
Events
by
Design
has
been
in
business
 since
1995,
providing
wedding
planning
and
 design
for
hundreds
of
happy
couples
in
the
 central
Florida
area.
For
more
informa8on
visit
 our
website.
Call
today
to
schedule
your
no
 obliga8on
consulta8on.

SW
Florida‐Available
for
Travel 239.776.4854
•
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Uniquely Yours Wedding & Event Specialist

FL

P.O.
Box
7445,
Pensacola,
FL
32534 850.572.8724
or
850.293.3269 h"p://the‐marriage‐knot.com

The
guest
tables
are
set,
your
tabletops
are
 looking
gorgeous...
what
is
surrounding
your
 beau8ful
tables?

Finish
the
look
with
beau8ful
 chairs
that
coordinate
your
specific
look
and
 color
palate.

From
a
formal
chiavari
ballroom
 chair
or
casual
garden
chair,
to
an
exo8c
bamboo
 folding
chair,
perfect
for
that
special
beach
 wedding
or
a
tropical
theme.
Make
a
statement
 on
your
special
day!

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L&R Enterprises

L
&
R
Enterprises
is
a
privately
owned
business.
It’s
 owners
Larry
J.
Aucoin
and
Richard
Thomas
Jr.
have
 long
shared
a
strong
mutual
interest
in
ceremonial
 type
ameni8es
that
would
be
of
great
benefit
to
the
 general
public
(married
or
unmarried)
and
certainly
 an
asset
to
businesses
both
large
and
small.

2431
Aloma
Ave.,
Suite
277,
Winter
Park,
FL 407.218.0505

•

www.lgcdinc.com

Niche Event Rentals

FL

4277
E
Main
St.,
Jupiter,
FL
33458 561.324.9200
•
www.MyUlEmatePlanner.com

Your
wedding
is
one
of
the
most
remembered
 days
of
your
life;
we
want
to
make
sure
that
we
 do
everything
we
can
do
to
make
you
look
as
 radiant
as
you
feel.
Allow
Absolutely
Gorgeous
 Brides
to
customize
a
bridal
package
for
you
and
 your
bridesmaids.

Pampering
par8es,
on
loca8on
 hair
and
make
up,
we
will
exceed
all
of
your
 expecta8ons.
Available
for
travel.

Affordable Dream Weddings and Events

The Ultimate Event Planner, LLC.

FL

The
Ul8mate
Event
Planner
is
a
one
stop
event
and
 wedding
planning
source.
No
event
is
too
big
or
too
 small;
we
coordinate
and
plan
any
type
of
event. At
The
Ul8mate
Event
Planner,
we
work
with
all
 ranges
of
budgets
and
8me
frames.
The
Ul8mate
 Event
Planner
LLC.
is
simply
here
to
guide
you
 and
make
this
process
as
easy
and
as
stress
free
 as
possible.

1215
East
Concord
St.,
Orlando,
FL
32803 407.374.2534

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118

Bold & Sassy Studio

Welcome
to
Central
Florida’s
best
kept
secret:
 Ashira
Photography
Studio,
a
fashion‐forward
 alterna8ve
to
tradi8onal
wedding
photography.
 We
take
pride
in
capturing
your
special
moments
 in
life
with
a
stylish
unique
edge.
Here
at
Ashira
 Photography
Studio
we
take
the
8me
to
build
 rela8onships
that
last
a
life8me.
Ashira
Photography
 will
be
with
you
from
your
engagement
shoot,
to
 your
honeymoon.
Available
for
Travel
Worldwide.

407.797.4747

•

www.orlandoeventsbydesign.com FL

Omarr Photography

FL

Modern
sophis8ca8on,
vintage
charm,
or
classic
 chic
‐
whatever
your
style,
Uniquely
Yours
offers
 customized
planning
services
to
fulfill
your
unique
 goals
and
needs.
Whether
you
desire
an
in8mate
 affair
for
10
or
a
lavish
recep8on
for
500,
you
can
 rely
on
our
experience
and
crea8vity
as
one
of
 Central
Florida’s
most
trusted
planning
firms
to
bring
 your
love
story
and
personal
style
aesthe8c
to
life.

Omarr
Photography
offers
you
extraordinary
 memories
from
your
life
events,
through
our
 perspec8ve,
knowledge
and
experience.
Our
 incomparable
passion
for
photography
and
precise
 a;en8on
to
detail
will
shine
above
others!
There
 are
many
beau8es,
special
events
and
memories
 throughout
a
life8me.
Let
us
bring
you
the
perfect
 balance
of
crea8vity
and
beauty
for
your
needs.
 Omarr
Photography:
where
beauty
meets
crea8vity!

Serving
the
State
of
Florida
and
Beyond 321.454.2144
•
407.267.3458
•
www.uywedding.com

Serving
Central
Florida
‐
Available
to
travel
worldwide
 407.327.4128
•
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MB Entertainment & Company Inc.

FL

Flourish Floral Productions

NOT
CHEESY!
NOT
TACKY!
NOT
CHEAP! “We
will
never
treat
your
wedding
like
just
 another
party!” MB
Entertainment...there
is
a
difference...

Serving
All
of
South
Florida 954.316.2149
•
www.mbweddingentertainment.com

2251
Lynx
Lane,
Suite
2,
Orlando,
FL
32804 407.644.7474

•

www.flourishproducEons.com

Deborah Lee Photography

Elegant Imagery Photography

FL

Florida,
New
York
and
Worldwide 407.363.9946
•
646.434.5677
 www.eleganEmageryphoto.com

1809
Edgewater
Drive 321.278.4442
•
www.debleephoto.com

Innovative Planning for Unforgettable Events

Ocean Breeze Weddings and Events

BOLD
concepts BEAUTIFUL
design
 BRILLIANT
coordina8on BREATHTAKING
results
 BLISSFUL
memories
 Cer8fied
Wedding
Consultants
 &
Special
Event
Producers

Ocean
Breeze
Weddings
is
a
full
service
wedding
 planning
company
located
on
Florida’s
beau8ful
 Gulf
Coast
servicing
Northwest
Florida
and
beyond.
 We
tailor
our
services
to
you
and
will
coordinate
 (within
your
budget)
as
much
or
as
li;le
of
your
 wedding
as
you
wish,
so
you
can
relax
and
enjoy
 your
special
day.

Serving
South
Florida 786.499.5329
•
954.336.2617

548
Mary
Esther
Cutoff,
No.
288,
Fort
Walton
Beach,
 FL
32548
•
850.420.1335 www.OceanBreezeWeddings.com

The Platinum Bride Bridal Showcase

FL

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FL

Clark
Gardens
Botanical
Park
is
a
breathtaking
oasis
 offering
unique
venues
for
weddings
and
recep8ons.
 Couples
choose
Clark
Gardens
for
the
variety
 of
wedding
venues,
from
the
picturesque
party
 pavilions
alongside
shimmering
waters
to
the
two
 permanent
carpeted
tents,
lit
by
chandeliers,
and
 heated
for
cooler
weather,
set
amidst
rose
scented
 gardens.
Clark
Gardens,
a
short
45
minute
drive
from
 the
Metroplex. 3815
NW
125th
St.,
Miami,
FL
33054 305.525.5485
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Lambert Lynn Event Studio, LLC

FL

We
offer
each
client
customized
bridal
consulta8on
 and
event
planning,
regardless
of
budget.

Whether
 you
envision
an
in8mate
affair
or
a
fairytale
gala,
you
 can
rest
assured
that
every
detail
from
e8que;e
to
 vendor
rela8ons
and
everything
in
between
will
be
 expertly
a;ended
to.

You
deserve
the
wedding
of
 your
dreams
but
you
need
help
to
make
it
happen.

 Call
us
today!





 Orlando,
FL 386.383.3990
•
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Special Moments

FL

FL

Event
planning
company
that
specializes
in
Beach
 Weddings
&
Out
of
the
Box
Events.
Offering
 Des8na8on
Weddings
at
a
wide
span
of
loca8ons,
 Day
of
Coordina8on,
Full
Service
Event
Planning,
 Invita8ons
and
a
variety
of
Rental
Items.
We
wish
 you
all
the
success
with
your
event
and
ask
that
you
 allow
us
the
possibility
of
helping
you
get
there.
 Member
of
the
Associa8on
of
Bridal
Consultants. 4989
71st
Ave.
North,
Pinellas
Park,
FL
33781 727.343.0800
•
www.eventsbyspecialmoments.com www.SoSimplySpecial.com

Serving
South
Florida 786.499.5329
•
954.336.2617

Admardecor’ Event Design and Planning Group

FL

Why
se;le
for
anything
less?
Florida
and
New
York’s
 most
sought
a?er
photography
studio
captures
 the
fairytale
story
of
your
wedding
day
with
an
 unobtrusive,
photojournalis8c
style
that
is
chic
and
 modern.

Elegant
Imagery
is
known
worldwide
as
 consummate
wedding
photographers
and
their
client
 list
includes
some
of
the
most
pres8gious
celebri8es.

Deborah
Lee
Photography
is
based
in
Central
 Florida,
and
we
specialize
in
capturing
your
unique
 extraordinary
8meless
moments
of
laughter,
 romance,
and
wedding
details.
Offering,
two
 photographers,
affordable
packages
with
the
 highest
quality
Image
DVD
in
the
market,
and
a
pre
 planning
session
to
customize
your
perfect
day.

 Allow
us
to
con8nue
telling
your
story
for
years
to
 come.
Visit
us
online.
Call
for
appointment.

BB Special Events

FL

Flourish
Produc8ons
is
an
award
winning
floral
 design
and
event
produc8on
company,
based
in
 Orlando,
Florida.
Our
dis8nc8ve
design
style
is
 influenced
by
the
elements
of
fashion
and
interior
 design
trends
both
8meless
and
cuvng
edge.
 Several
of
our
memorable
weddings
have
been
 featured

on
na8onally
televised
programs.

Pavé Weddings by Nicole

FL

Central
Florida’s
premier
wedding
planner
specializing
 in
luxury
and
des8na8on
weddings.
For
couples
 with
discerning
taste,
anything
is
possible.
From
 chic
events
and
lavish
affairs
to
classic
elegance
and
 in8mate
ceremonies,
every
detail
of
a
Pavé
Wedding
 is
perfectly
planned
and
flawlessly
executed.
From
 Day‐Of
Coordina8on
to
Full‐Service
Planning,
our
 exper8se
and
personal
a;en8on
will
create
a
truly
 luxurious
event.
Let
your
wedding
radiate
brilliance!




 Serving
All
of
Florida
and
Worldwide
DesEnaEons 407.697.6251
•
www.pavebynicole.com

Maria Angela Photography

FL

Mul8ple
award
winning,
locally
recognized.
 We
capture
real,
unscripted
moments
which
 are
treasured
for
genera8ons
to
come.

9330
Marino
Circle,
No.
104,
Naples,
FL
34114 239.348.5065
•
www.maria‐angela.com

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Florida Selective Events by Evelyn

FL

Who
knew
planning
an
event
could
be
this
much
 fun?
We
are
solely
focused
on
crea8ng
your
 beau8ful,
memorable
event
in
the
most
gorgeous
 sevng.
From
Roman8c
shores
of
Central
Florida’s
 stunning
beaches,
to
lush
parks
and
gardens
and
 opulent
venues
in
this
magnificent
area…selec8ve
 events
is
the
perfect
choice
for
a
fun,
memorable,
 and
affordable
experience.
When
choosing
a
partner
 for
your
event...be
selec8ve!

 P.O.
Box
452333,
Kissimmee,
FL
34745 407.962.0838
•
www.sebyevelyn.com

Ambassador Limousine & Sedan

FL

Ambassador
Limousine
&
Sedan
features
the
most
 extensive
and
luxurious
fleet
of
vehicles
on
the
 west
coast
of
Florida.

We
specialize
in
Wedding
 with
our
fleet
of
Cadillac,
Lincoln,
Mercedes‐Benz
 and
Rolls
Royce,
all
come
with
Red‐
Carpet
Service.

 No
ma;er
what
your
Wedding
Day
Transporta8on
 needs
are
Ambassador
Limousine
&
Sedan
is
here
 to
help. 17116
US
19
North,
Clearwater,
FL
33764 727.442.9050
•
www.ambassadorlimo.net

TampaBayDJ.com

FL

Every
bride
wants
her
wedding
day
to
be
roman8c,
 fun
and
uniquely
their
own.
Our
forte’
is
in
helping
 you
to
create
a
beau8ful
ceremony
and
an
exci8ng
 recep8on
filled
with
the
music
you
and
your
 guests
will
dance
to
and
remember
for
a
life8me.
 Walk
down
the
aisle
to
the
sound
of
live
trumpet,
 and
celebrate
on
the
beach
or
in
a
ballroom.

Entertaining
Florida
and
Georgia 813.425.2782
•
877.352.3571
•
www.TampaBayDJ.com

Kebbie Hollingsworth Floral Design

FL

Kebbie
Hollingsworth
Floral
Designs
specializes
in
 wedding
floral
décor.
A
full
service
design
studio
 that
is
commi;ed
to
making
your
wedding
florals
 all
you
desire.
Personal
consulta8ons
and
customer
 rela8onships
are
our
trademark.

Your
vision,
our
 exper8se!
Conver8ng
your
vision
into
beau8ful
floral
 arrangements
is
our
strength.
The
decision
making
 process
can
and
will
be
fun.

Available
for
travel.



 Serving
the
Gulf
Coast 850.457.4515
•
www.khfloral.com

Paper Presence

FL

At
Paper
Presence,
we
specialize
in
unique,
 custom
designed,
hand‐assembled
invita8ons
and
 announcements
that
help
capture
the
spirit
and
 personality
of
your
special
event.
From
concept
to
 crea8on,
we
work
with
you
to
create
the
ul8mate
 impression
of
what’s
to
come.
We
go
beyond
paper
 and
ink,
and
u8lize
an
array
of
fabrics,
ribbons,
 embellishments
and
paper
products
to
design
 sta8onery
as
unique
as
you
are.

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FL

A
Sweet
Affair
Wedding
Consul8ng
is
one
of
Florida’s
 premier
wedding
and
special
event
consul8ng
 firm.
We
specialize
in
capturing
the
true
vision
and
 helping
it
become
an
awesome
reality.

With
our
 vast
network
of
vendors
we
will
make
your
event
as
 unique
and
magnificent
as
you
dreamed.
The
unique
 blend
of
our
wedding
planning
and
design
exper8se
 will
make
the
fairytale
dream
come
true.


 Tampa,
FL 954.479.6358 www.asweetaffairweddingconsulEng.com

Florida Beachside Weddings

FL

Florida
des8na8on
beach
wedding
specialist!
 Providing
affordable
packages
including
decora8ons,
 officiant/minister,
professional
photography,
loca8on,
 music,
and
much
more!
We
have
an
experienced
 design
team
to
create
a
site
of
beauty
at
the
loca8on
 of
your
choice
that
will
make
a
las8ng
impression
on
 you
and
your
guests.
We
handle
everything.
All
you
 have
to
do
is
bring
the
rings
and
the
love! Serving
All
of
Florida 321.536.3972 www.FloridaBeachsideWeddings.com

Grand Occasions Weddings & Events

FL

If
you
can
dream
it,
We
can
do
it!
Allow
Grand
 Occasions
to
bring
your
fairy
tale
wedding
to
life.
 Whatever
your
budget,
we
will
create
the
perfect
 day
you’ve
always
dreamed
of.
Our
coordinators
will
 serve
as
guides,
financial
managers,
consultants,
 mediators
and
constant
source
of
reassurance.
We
 will
customize
a
service
package

specially
for
you
 including
as
much
or
as
li;le
as
you
need.

By
Appointment
Only
‐
Available
NaEonwide 727.366.3882
•
www.paper‐presence.com

Brushed Beauty, Inc.

A Sweet Affair Wedding Consulting

Doral,
FL 305.967.8776
•
www.grand‐occasions.com

 FL

GF Wedding Concepts LLC

Makeup
Ar8st
in
South
Florida
and
surrounding
 areas
for

print,
editorial,
commercial,
bridal,
 pageantry
and
special
events.

Hairstyling
 services
available.
Able
to
travel
interna8onally
 upon
request.

GF
Wedding
Concepts
“From
Concept
to
Frui8on”.
 Let
us
create
and
accomplish
your
dream
day.
We
 design,
plan
and
coordinate
all
types
of
events.
Our
 events
are
one
of
a
kind
and
hassle
free.
Our
staff
 has
experience
in
corporate,
private
and
wedding
 planning.
We
want
to
work
with
you.
Divisions
 located
in
Kissimmee
/
Orlando,
Daytona
Beach,
 Jacksonville
and
serving
all
of
Florida.
Call
Today!

P.O.
Box
82,
Lake
Worth,
FL 954.249.7009
•
www.alvinmaEum.com

386.957.1933

•

407.394.1933
•
904.697.1933 www.GFWeddingConcepts.com

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Georgia

Joie de Vie Weddings & Events

FL

GA

Catering
•
Floral
•
Décor

Joie
de
Vie
Weddings
&
Events,
Inc.
delivers
an
 event
that
captures
your
unique
personality
and
 style.
Our
refreshing
approach
makes
your
event
an
 unforge;able
one!
We
have
a
range
of
professional
 services
to
fit
your
specific
need
as
you
plan
all
of
 your
wedding
events.
We
will
handle
the
details… you
enjoy
the
day!
Please
contact
us
for
your
 wedding
consulta8on.

Serving
the
Southeast Atlanta
•
Athens
•
Augusta
•
Savannah •
Sea
Island
•
Highlands
•
Birmingham
and
beyond
 www.Ep8ngevents.com www.ep8ngeventsblog.wordpress.com

P.O.
Box
1263,
Winderemere,
FL
34786 407.296.4008

•

www.joiedevieevents.com

Divine Occasions

Epting Events

2425
Jefferson
Hwy.,
Athens,
GA
30608

 888.422.0015 GA

David Murray Weddings

GA

Divine
Occasions
is
a
full‐service
wedding
planning
 and
design
firm
based
in
Metro
Atlanta.
We
are
 dedicated
solely
to
providing
impeccable
service
 and
specialize
in
event
design
that
will
reflect
your
 personality
and
style!
Let
Divine
Occasions
take
 away
your
stresses
as
we
focus
on
perfec8ng
every
 detail
while
leaving
your
guest
in
awe!
Contact
us
 today
for
a
complimentary
consulta8on.
 Photo
courtesy:
www.pla8numbridephotography.com

This
bou8que
wedding
photography
studio
serves
 a
discerning
clientele
who
value
storytelling
&
 documen8ng
family
history.
David
Murray
Weddings
 combines
the
talents
of
a
Pul8zer‐Prize
finalist
 photojournalist
&
an
Emmy‐nominated
former
 network
news
correspondent.
Though
they
now
 travel
the
globe
covering
weddings
instead
of
wars,
 one
things
has
remained
the
same:
their
passion
for
 uniquely
recording
the
stories
of
our
lives.

P.O.
Box
391103,
Snellville,
GA
30039 678.458.1199

•

www.yourdivineoccasion.com

Atlanta,
Georgia 1.800.ring101
•
www.davidmurrayweddings.com

Milestone Occasions, LLC

GA

Milestone
Occasions,
LLC,
is
a
complete
solu8on
for
 planning,
designing
and
producing
all
of
life’s
special
 celebra8ons.
Our
professionally
trained
and
cer8fied
 staff
of
event
consultants
offer
an
excep8onal
service
 experience
to
wedding,
social
and
corporate
clients
 who
desire
a
high‐level
of
a;en8on
to
detail.
We
 commit
to
making
sure
every
detail
of
your
event
is
 memorable.
Call
for
your
FREE
consulta8on
and
let
us
 help
you
Celebrate
Life! P.O.
Box
80984,
Conyers,
GA
30013 770.602.2768

•

www.Milestone‐Occasions.com

The Beauty That Is You

Sweet Sensations

GA

•
Delectable
Cakes,
Exquisite
Designs
 •
Service
and
delivery
with
integrity
 •
Serving
Atlanta
and
Metro
areas

10
The
Boulevard,
Suite
209,
Newnan,
GA
30263 770.252.9117

•

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Waters Mill, Inc

GA

We
offer
different
medical
reshaping
garments
for
 both
Men
and
Women.
Our
flagship
garment:
The
 Body
Magic
will
instantly
drop
you
2‐3
dress
sizes
 its
liposculpture
WITHOUT
surgery,
pills,
exercise
 or
diet.
Become
the
size
you
are
des8ne
to
be.
 Call
me
for
your
measuring
needs
661‐414‐4626.

Waters
Mill
is
a
full‐service
event
facility
specializing
 in
weddings.
We
have
on‐staff
an
experienced
and
 talented
culinary
staff
preparing
only
the
freshest
 dishes
from
fresh
ingredients,
floral
design
center
 on
site
and
wedding
consultants
to
assist
with
your
 planning.
At
Waters
Mill,
we
give
you
and
your
 guests
the
experience.
Voted
Best
Place
to
get
 Married
in
Dahlonega,
GA.

Available
NaEonwide
 661.414.4626
•
www.thebeautythaEsyou.info

765
Guy
Waters
Road,
Dahlonega,
GA
30533 678.725.9245

•

www.watersmill.com

Frosted Pumpkin Gourmet, Inc.

Posh Petals and Pearls

GA

Alphare"a,
GA 770.205.7998
•
www.frostedpumpkin.com

Posh
Petals
and
Pearls
provides
full‐service
wedding
 and
event
coordina8ng;
specializing
in
classy,
8meless
 and
elegant
designs
serving
the
greater
Savannah
 and
coastal
Carolina
areas.
We
provide
packages
 ranging
from
day‐of
direc8ng
to
full‐service
wedding
 consul8ng.
Posh
Petals
and
Pearls
will
be
your
friend,
 advisor,
event
coordinator,
financial
planner
and
 problem
solver,
making
the
most
of
your
8me
and
 budget,
while
reducing
your
stress.

 Savannah,
GA 912.596.6064
•
912.659.9590 www.poshpetalsandpearls.com

Notable Weddings and Events GA

Social Lilly

GA

A
Bridal
resource
center
catering
to
the
busy
 professional
woman.

We
schedule
appointments
for
 the
bride
to
meet
with
wedding
professionals
at
our
 office
where
the
Bride
can
relax.
We
create
a
stress
 free
environment
where
big
decisions
can
be
made
 without
the
pressure
of
running
all
over
town.
 
We
would
be
honored
to
be
your
trusted
resource.

 Our
services
are
free
to
the
Bride.

Social
Lilly,
a
collec8on
of
Atlanta’s
bridal
 trendse;ers,
is
a
unique
source
for
brides
to
plan
 their
dream
wedding
by
engaging
with
vendors
 through
events,
a
published
book,
website,
blog
 and
interac8ve
social
media.
The
Social
Lilly
 guide
can
be
found
on
our
website,
at
Studio
 Wed
and
at
local
bridal
shows.
Be
Social.
Follow
 our
blog
and
twi;er
account
@sociallilly.

3005
Old
Alabama
Road,
Alphare"a,
GA
30022 770.740.1341
•
www.NotableWeddings.com

15
Lenox
Pointe
NE‐Suite
C.,
Atlanta,
GA
30324 404.842.9944
•
www.sociallilly.com

GA

•
Superior
taste
with
all
the
eye
candy •
Specializing
in
Wedding
Cakes •
Excep8onal
Customer
Service

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Georgia
‐
Illinois

Three Ring Media

GA

3490
Quail
Hollow
Trail,
Suite
1,
Snellville,
GA
30039 404.963.8757
•
www.threeringweddings.com

By
Appointment 770.500.4472
•
www.roomsinbloomflowers.com

Bold American

Elegant Occasions of Canton

GA

GA

From
large
corporate
events
to
in8mate
social
 gatherings,
we
make
it
excep8onal,
memorable
 and
bold!
We
feature
innova8ve,
chef‐inspired
 menus;
breathtaking
florals
and
decor;
 professional,
skilled
sales
people,
event
planners
 and
wait
staff;
and
rela8onships
with
premier
 venues
throughout
the
city,
including
our
own
 King
Plow
Event
Gallery
and
Studio
887
in
Atlanta’s
 trendy
Westside
neighborhood.

Elegant
Occasions
of
Canton
is
a
full
service
wedding
 and
event
planning
firm
serving
the
North
metro
 and
Metro
Atlanta
area.

We
plan
events
of
any
size
 and
for
every
budget
with
me8culous
a;en8on
to
 detail
leaving
our
clients
stress
free
and
able
to
enjoy
 the
fes8vi8es.

Call
today
for
your
complementary
 consulta8on
and
let
us
make
your
next
event
an
 “Elegant
Occasion”!

887
W.
Marie"a
St.,
NW,
Studio
K102 404.815.1178

•

www.boldamerican.com

Canton,
GA
 770.345.6260

•

www.elegantoccasionsofcanton.com

 GA

A
Divine
Event
has
been
carrying
on
a
passionate
 love
affair
with
food
for
more
than
a
decade
now.
 So
of
course,
we
feature
breathtaking
design,
 smooth
organiza8on
and
caring,
a;en8ve
service
 delivery
when
catering
an
event.

And
so
do
many
 others.
But
our
food
is
where
we
truly
stand
out.
 Because
if
the
food
isn’t
treacherously
tasty
and
 mischievously
mouthwatering,
what’s
the
point?

4 Weddings & Events Inc.

GA

Your
individual
wedding
style
is
our
focus
as
we
 guide
you
effortlessly
through
a
detailed
planning
 process.
From
invita8ons
and
guest
management
 to
coordina8ng
your
wedding
day,
your
Cer8fied
 Bridal
Consultant
will
make
all
that
falls
in
 between
a
journey
of
love.
We
will
be
your
guide
 to
the
venue,
vendors
and
wedding
e8que;e
 that
will
become
an
affair
to
remember.
Call
to
 schedule
your
consulta8on.

1420
Dunwoody
Village
Parkway
 Dunwoody,
GA


30338 770.587.9117
•
www.adivineevent.com

199
14th
St.
NE.,
Atlanta,
GA
30309 404.575.0056
•
www.4weddingsandevents.com

Eagle’s Landing Floral Design

GA

A
bride’s
job
on
her
wedding
day
is
to
be
BEAUTIFUL
 AND
STRESS‐FREE.
The
worry
of
choosing
exquisite
 centerpieces,
managing
vendors,
and
a
wedding
day
 8me‐line,
is
work
that
should
be
handled
by
a
crea8ve
 and
industry‐educated
professional.
Photographer.
 Videographer.
Catering
and
music
to
suit
all
of
your
 guests…where
do
you
start?

With
NWEM.
Let’s
chat
 today!
Service
packages
star8ng
at
$750.
 Photo
courtesy
of
Elizabeth
Keele Serving
Metro
Atlanta
and
Beyond 678.525.0940
•
www.niqevents.com

Whether
a
simple
ceremony
or
elaborate
event,
 you
can’t
go
wrong
with
the
staff
at
Eagle’s
Landing
 Floral
Design
to
make
your
wedding
a
day
to
 remember.
From
rehearsal
to
recep8on,
our
award
 winning
and
crea8ve
wedding
planners
will
thrill
 you
with
details
built
upon
your
ideas.
At
Eagle’s
 Landing
Floral
Design,
we
don’t
just
deliver
flowers;
 we
deliver
“WOW!”
Call
for
a
FREE
consulta8on. 1060
Eagle’s
Landing
Pkwy.,
Suite
250
 Stockbridge,
GA
30281 770.968.7743 www.eagleslandingfloral.com/ourweddings.asp

Our Labor of Love

Total Image Hair & Makeup

IL

Niq Williams Event Management LLC

GA

GA

We
think
you,
your
family
celebra8ons,
friends
 and
true
loves
are
beau8ful,
and
any
images
that
 represent
these
milestones
should
illustrate
the
 pure
joy
of
these
moments.
We
will
no
doubt
 give
you
arxul
photographs
that
are
so
achingly
 beau8ful
they
will
make
your
heart
break.
Our
 hope
here
at
Our
Labor
of
Love
Photography
is
to
 break
open
everyone’s
heart,
because
a
closed
 heart
is
not
photogenic.

Total
Image
has
been
making
brides
beau8ful
 on
their
special
day
for
over
twelve
years.

We
 specialize
in
on
loca8on
hair,
makeup
and
airbrush
 makeup
and
now
have
an
airbrush
studio
that
 houses
our
airbrush
tanning
rooms.
Our
website
has
 an
extensive
photo
gallery
that
showcases
our
work.
 So
let
us
take
the
stress
out
of
your
wedding
day
 and
bring
our
exper8se
to
you!

523
Seminole
Ave.
Northeast 404.827.9621
•
www.ourlaboroflove.com

707
E.
Roosevelt
Road,
Lombard,
IL 630.963.2442
•
www.totalimagebridal.com

Authentic Beauty

GA

The
best
makeup
ar8sts
and
the
Brow
Guru
of
 Atlanta,
Authen8c
Beauty
is
more
than
makeup.
 Our
philosophy
is
that
your
groom
should
see
“you”
 walking
down
the
aisle,
NOT
your
makeup.

We
also
 offer
group
events
in
our
studio‐Champagne
and
 Shadows
and
Bachelore;e
Par8es.
See
our
work
 featured
in
the
beauty
sec8on
of
Get
Married.
Love
 What
You
See
When
You
Look
in
the
Mirror!

404.849.0443
•
www.myimagejourney.com

SUMMER 2010

GA

Flowers
are
an
important
element
when
crea8ng
a
 beau8ful
wedding
and
should
be
unique
and
personal.
 Owner
Paul
Brummer
(Formerly
of
New
York’s
 legendary
Tavern
On
The
Green
and
The
Russian
 Tea
Room)
brings
an
elegant
and
new
perspec8ve
 to
the
greater
Atlanta
area
with
his
design
styles
for
 weddings
in
all
sizes
and
budgets. Rooms
In
Bloom...
turning
your
floral
fantasy
into
 affordable
reality.

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Rooms In Bloom

By
focusing
on
the
story
behind
your
special
day
 we
capture
not
only
the
vows,
but
also
what
lead
 you
to
each
other.
With
a
unique
cinema8c
flair,
 we
create
a
high
defini8on
wedding
video
that
 blends
tradi8onal
content
with
modern
style,
 giving
your
viewers
an
experience
like
none
other.

C & C Eve n t Plan n in g & M gt ., I n c .

IL

C&C
Event
Planning
&
Mgt.,
Inc.
is
a
premier
full
 service
event
planning
and
bou8que
design
firm,
 specializing
in
dis8nc8ve
weddings,
lavish
social
and
 non‐for‐profit
events
and
corporate
func8ons.
We
are
 able
to
accommodate
the
wide
ranging
needs
of
our
 clients
by
offering
several
levels
of
services,
including
 shaping
and
refining
design,
par8al
event
and
wedding
 planning
or
producing
and
execu8ng
your
en8re
event. 3501
N.
Southport
Ave.,
Ste.
153,
Chicago,
IL P
312.962.1988

•

F
312.962.1988 www.eventplanning‐info.com

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Illinois
‐
Massachuse;s

Dream Filled Weddings

IL

Dream
Filled
Weddings
is
passionate
about
making
 your
day
everything
you
have
ever
imagined!

We
 offer
several
packages
ranging
from
our
“Start
to
 Finish”
wedding
design,
planning
and
coordina8on
 to
the
“Big
Day”
services
needed
to
ensure
your
 wedding
day
is
exactly
right
for
you.

Offering
variety
 makes
it
possible
for
everyone
to
fit
Dream
Filled
 Weddings
into
their
budget. Chicago
and
Suburban
Area 630.464.7676
•
www.DreamFilledWeddings.com

Kay Krober Invitations & Celebratons

IN

Kay
Krober
InvitaEons
&
CelebraEons… a
luxury
design,
planning
and
coordina8ng
bou8que created
In
1992
to
fulfill
your
vision
of
the
perfect
 celebra8on…from
the
save
the
date
card
and
Invita8on
 to
a
ceremony
filled
with
memories
to
the
fabulous
 and
fun
recep8on
to
a
magical
honeymoon…exceeding
 expecta8ons
every
event
with
excellence
In
a;en8on
 to
detail. 3107
Wildman
Lane,
Carmel,
IN
46032 317.733.9570

•

www.kaykrober.com

Brides a la mode

IN

DayDreams by Danielle

MD

Carta Bella Designs

MD

DayDreams
by
Danielle
offers
premier
wedding
 coordina8on
services
in
the
Bal8more
Metro
area.
 Danielle
combines
personal
touch
with
flawless
 execu8on.
 •
Personal
Assistant
–
Full
Service
wedding
planning •
Helping
Hand
Service
–
Day
of
wedding
 •
Des8na8on
Weddings
•
A
La
Carte
‐
Specific
services
 •
Skin
care
and
color
cosme8cs‐
Free
wedding
facial. Contact
me
for
details
of
my
extensive
range
of
custom
 wedding
packages. Serving
the
BalEmore
Metro
Area
 440.213.0304

•

www.daydreamsbydanielle.com

Our
custom
invita8on
studio
is
dedicated
to
crea8ng
 beau8ful
sta8onery
ensembles
for
your
special
 event.
With
an
emphasis
on
presenta8on
and
style,
 we
capture
your
vision
and
details
with
coordina8ng
 invita8ons,
table
numbers,
programs,
menus,
favors,
 etc.
Our
exquisite
papers,
luxurious
ribbons,
and
 brilliant
crystals
help
set
the
tone
for
the
most
 important
events
of
your
life.Use
code
GM10
and
 get
15%
off
your
invita8ons. www.facebook.com/cartabelladesigns 301.523.1550
•
www.cartabelladesigns.com

Simple yet Elegant Affairs, LLC

MD

With
a
“to‐do”
list
a
mile
long,
Michiana
area
 brides
can
be
overwhelmed
with
the
barrage
of
 vendors
available
to
them.
Who’s
good?
Who’s
 not?
Brides
a
la
mode
is
a
complimentary
resource
 for
brides
providing
qualified
and
prescreened
 wedding
professionals
in
every
category
and
price
 point
in
a
relaxing
studio
filled
with
the
latest
in
 wedding
trends.
Notre
Dame
Basilica
brides
are
 our
specialty!

Simplicity
.
Elegance
.
Timeless SYE
Affairs,
LLC
is
dedicated
to
making
your
wedding
 reflect
who
you
are.
With
our
exquisite
a;en8on
to
 detail,
we
will
design,
implement,
and
orchestrate
a
 memorable
affair.
 We
offer
various
customizable
services,
such
as:
 •
Full
Wedding
Planning
•
Wedding
Mentor
 •
Exclusive
Service
Tailored
to
the
Groom
•
Contract
 Nego8a8on
•
Pre
&
Post‐Wedding
Soirees

1217
E.
University
Dr.,
Granger,
IN
46530 574.855.3494
•
www.bridesalamode.com

Serving
Maryland,
Delaware,
DC,
and
N.
Virginia
 1.877.SYE.2332

•

www.syeaffairs.com

Weddings by Michele

KY

Beechwood Hotel

Tradi8onal,
Modern
or
Ethnic
‐
Extraordinary
Weddings
 Don’t
Just
Happen!
Twelve
years
of
experience
and
 over
200
weddings
makes
this
Accredited
Bridal
 Consultant
a
popular
choice
for
Kentucky
brides.
 Specializing
in
outdoor,
mul8‐cultural
and
des8na8on
 weddings,
Michele
and
her
team
love
crea8ng
custom
 touches
that
allow
a
couple’s
personality
to
shine.
 Always
on
the
leading
edge,
there
is
no
subs8tute
for
 experience
and
proven
success.

Worcester’s
only
luxury
bou8que
hotel.
Exchange
 vows
in
the
authen8c
Victorian
Wedding
Chapel,
 entertain
guests
under
the
evening
stars
on
the
 Clocktower
Terrace
and
dance
the
night
away
 within
the
magnificent
Grand
Ballroom.
Sample
 award‐winning
cuisine
and
stay
overnight
in
one
of
 the
luxurious
rooms.
All
planned
by
a
professional
 Wedding
Consultant.

2800
Ashbrooke
Dr.,
Lexington,
KY
40513 859.913.9132

•

www.weddingsbymichele.net

363
PlantaEon
St.,
Worcester,
MA

01605 508.453.1112

•

www.beechwoodhotel.com

Pretty Impressions LLC

KY

BKB Photography

MA

BKB
Photography
is
a
full
service
wedding
studio
 specializing
in
dis8nct
editorial
imagery
and
award
 winning
photography.
Contact
us
to
reserve
your
 wedding
date!

Pre;y
Impressions
opened
in
Feb
of
2006.
We
are
 located
in
Hazard,
KY
at
2108
North
Main
St.
We
 are
a
full‐service
brick
and
mortar
bridal/prom
and
 formal
wear
store.
We
strive
to
give
our
customers
 the
very
best
service
and
prices.
We
will
personally
 try
to
accomodate
every
need.
For
informa8on
 please
call
606‐435‐2717.

2108
N.
Main
St.,
Hazard,
KY
 606.435.2717
•
www.pre"yimpressionsonline.com

888.842.8050

•

www.bkbphoto.com

GlamFab Affairs, LLC

Maureen Ford Photography

MD

Some
say
event
planning
is
stressful;
but
they’re
 never
clients
of
GlamFab
Affairs.
Your
event
should
 be
everything
you’ve
ever
dreamed
of.

A?er
all,
 you’ve
probably
been
imagining
this
day
since
you
 were
a
li;le
girl.
GlamFab
Affairs
is
here
to
make
your
 dreams
come
true.
From
the
floral
arrangements
to
 the
ligh8ng
and
everything
in
between,
we’ll
make
 sure
your
event
is
picture
perfect. Photo
courtesy
of
Carlton
Thompson
Photography

Maureen
is
a
bou8que
style
wedding
photographer
 who
shoots
a
limited
number
of
weddings
per
year
 to
ensure
the
utmost
energy
and
crea8vity
for
 her
clients!
Maureen’s
fresh
perspec8ve
will
leave
 you
with
vivid,
unique
imagery
that
you’ll
love
for
 decades
to
come.

2934
Greenmount
Ave.,
BalEmore,
MD
21218 888.247.5066

•

www.glamfabaffairs.com

Boston,
MA
and
Beyond 617.459.3121
•
www.maureenfordweddings.com

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‐
New
Jersey

Tammy Tatro Fine Art Photography

MA

Tammy
Tatro

has
been
shoo8ng
weddings

for
the
 past
17
years.
By
choice,
shoots
film
photography
as
 she
feels
it
provides
the
highest
quality.
Her
technique

 is
to
get
it
right
the
first
8me
in
the
camera.
Trained
 in
all
aspects
of
photography,
including
modern
 and
tradi8onal
styles.
Tammy
has
been
featured
in
 magazines
and
on
several
magazine
covers.Specials
 are
available.
Please
visit
her
site
to
view
her
porxolio. 28
Valley
View
Circle,
Rutland,
MS
01543 508.886.6467
•
www.tammytatro.com

Events to Envy

MI

Events
to
Envy
is
a
one‐stop
shop
with
the
busy
 bride
in
mind.
We
offer
a
wide
range
of
products
 and
services
from
save
the
date
cards,
invita8ons
 and
favors
to
floral
and
event
planning.
Experience
 personalized
service,
fresh
ideas,
the
latest
trends
 and
commitment
to
quality,
all
wrapped
up
in
a
 relaxed
bou8que
sevng.
Events
to
Envy...
for
the
 moments
that
ma;er.

Trailside Photography

NV

Fine Art Productions

NJ

7754
Pine
Island
Dr.,
Belmont,
MI
49306 616.887‐8680
•
800.284.9896
•
www.cardsofwood.com

Let
the
professional
and
crea8ve
photographers
of
 Fine
Art
Produc8ons
&
its
associates
‐
The
Studio
 Karishma
provide
its
wedding
photography
&
 cinematography
services
for
your
wedding.
They
 don’t
simply
click
and
process
pictures
but
preserve
 the
exact
emo8on
you
had
during
your
wedding.
 Each
wedding
photographer
captures
every
 unforge;able
moment
on
your
wedding
day
and
 makes
it
yours
to
keep
in
your
trove
of
memories. Serving
New
Jersey
&
Florida 732.662.5555
•
407.979.4749 www.fineartproducEons.net

Full Circle Eventi

Reshape Moore

NJ

MI

MI

“Full
Circle
Even8
is
the
newest
jewel
in
the
Michigan
 wedding
landscape.”

Based
in
Metro
Detroit,
Full
 Circle
Even8’s
full
scale
design
&
coordina8on
 specializes
in
culturally
infused
wedding
&
soirees.

 Drama8c
to
Demure,
we
ensure
all
events
are
 executed
with
the
utmost
professionalism,
perfec8on,
 &
personality.
Full
Circle
Even8
skillfully
plans
opulent
 Chaldean,
South
Asian,
&
Jewish
occasions.

Full
Circle
 Even8
also
offers
Strolling
Table.

We

specialize
in
dynamic
body
garments
and
 nutri8onal
supplements
that
are
ideal
for
body
 reshaping,
posture
correc8on,
waist
reduc8on
 and

weight
loss.

Business
opportuni8es
 available.
An
appointment
with
Reshape
More
 will
change
your
life.

Clawson,
MI 248.930.9195
•
www.fullcircleevenE.com

81
Hickory
Hill
Blvd.,
Totowa,
NJ 973.955.8920
•
www.ardysslife/reshapemoore.com

Creative Eye Photography

MO

Daydream Events

NJ

Tired
of
boring,
tradi8onal
wedding
photography?
 So
are
we!
 That
is
why
our
mo;o
is:
FUN.
UNIQUE.
VIVID. We
focus
on
the
uniqueness
of
your
day.
Our
 crea8ve
eye
and
style
enables
us
to
capture
the
 nature
and
detail
of
each
moment.
Rest
assured
 that
the
images
from
your
wedding
day,
will
be
as
 vibrant
and
as
special
as
the
occasion.

Daydream
Events
is
your
one
stop
shop
for
ALL
of
 your
wedding
event
needs.

Daydream
Events
will
be
 there
from
the
beginning
to
the
end
to
Make
Your
 Dreams
Turn
Into
Reality.
We
also
provide
unlimited
 e‐mail
access
so
that
our
BUSY
BRIDES
can
s8ll
make
 their
Daydreams
fulfilled.
We
can
cater
to
any
budget
 to
create
the
Picture
from
your
Daydreams.
Visit
us
 WWW.MyDreamsTurnIntoReality.com.

3840
Washington
Blvd.,
Suite
218 St.
Louis,
MO
63108 314.261.8497
•
www.CreaEveEyeSTL.com

1010
Rose
Ave.,
Suite
D,

Runnemede,
NJ
08078 877.383.6801
Ext.
102
 www.mydreamsturnintoreality.com

Harrah’s St. Louis Casino & Hotel

SUMMER 2010

7735
Wornall
Road,
Kansas
City,
MO
64114 816.523.4566

•

www.almarprinEng.com

702.884.3374
•
www.trailsidephotography.com

100%
eco‐friendly
sustainably
harvested
wood.
 Located
in
Western
Michigan.
Cards
of
Wood
 combines
real
wood,
with
the
newest
technologies
 in
veneer
to
produce
paper
thin
products. Save‐the‐Dates,
invita8ons,
RSVP/reply
cards,
 programs,
menus,
thank
you
cards,
table
numbers,
 hang
tags
‐
you
name
it
‐
we
can
do
it.
Custom
design
 and
samples
available.
Perfect
for
any
season
wedding
 or
occasion.
SERVING
NATIONWIDE

124

MO

Almar
Prin8ng
has
a
staff
with
a
combined
record
of
 over
80
years
of
experience
in
helping
brides
with
 their
wedding
sta8onery.
For
44
years,
this
family
 owned
company
has
taken
pride
in
how
we
take
care
 of
our
customers. You
have
a
million
things
to
take
care
of
before
that
 special
day—don’t
take
a
chance
on
a
bad
experience
 with
your
invita8ons.

Fun,
Natural,
Beau8ful,
Uniquely
YOU! We
capture
the
magic
of
your
special
day
in
a
fun,
 easy‐going,
natural
style.
We
have
a
passion
for
our
 art
and
an
eye
for
detail.
You
can
trust
us
to
capture
 the
candid,
emo8onal
moments
as
well
as
the
fun
 and
excitement
of
your
wedding
in
a
style
that
 reflects
you
as
a
couple. Serving
Zion
N.P.
,
Las
Vegas
and
des8na8ons
 worldwide.

4880
Rochester
Road,
Troy,
MI
48085 248.519.1900
•
www.events‐to‐envy.com

Cards of Wood, Inc.

Almar Printing Inc.

MO

Christine Valmy Salon and Day Spa

NJ

At
Harrah’s
St.
Louis,
you
will
enjoy
your
day,
your
 way.
With
4,000+
square
feet
available,
we
can
 accommodate
an
in8mate
rehearsal
dinner
or
gala
 event.
Weddings
at
Harrah’s
St.
Louis
include
a
 complimentary
room
for
the
newlyweds,
discounted
 room
rates
for
your
guests,
complimentary
dance
floor
 and
the
biggest
bonus:
the
ac8on‐packed
casino
floor!
 We
have
everything
to
make
your
day
extra
special!

At
Chris8ne
Valmy,
we
pride
ourselves
at
coordina8ng
 Bridal
Par8es
large
and
small.
Our
unique
 environment
is
the
perfect
sevng
for
a
Bachelore;e
 Party.
A?er
the
many
months
of
planning
the
perfect
 wedding,
our
commitment
is
to
help
you
look
and
 feel
fabulous.
Our
Bridal
Coordinator
will
personally
 assist
you
with
all
the
plans
for
that
special
day.
Every
 detail
is
our
focus
and
priority.

777
Casino
Center
Dr.,
Maryland
Heights,
MO

63043 314.770.7634
•
www.harrahs.com/stlweddings

335
Johnson
Ave.,
River
Edge,
NJ
07661 201.488.3335
•
www.cvdayspa.com

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more
lis8ngs
at
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Local Resources

New
Jersey
‐
New
York

Verga Photography

NJ

A World of Cakes, LLC

For
thirty‐five
years,
we
have
presented
many
 genera8ons
with
photos
and
video
that
will
always
 be
remembered.
Our
work
is
exquisite
and
we
 capture
moments
forever
etched
in
our
clients
 memory.
Verga
Photography
is
at
the
cuvng
edge
 of
the
digital
age.
We
create
individualized
mul8‐ image
digital
albums
with
covers
available
in
exo8c
 leather.
For
quality,
crea8vity
and
reliability
call
 Verga
Photography.

A
World
of
Cakes,
LLC
works
with
you
to
interpret
 your
style
to
create
a
wedding
cake
that
tastes
 delicious
and
looks
spectacular!
Our
approach
 is
high‐service
with
consulta8ons
to
match
 colors,
fabric,
décor.
Fresh
ingredients,
real
 bu;er
and
natural
flavors
are
used
to
delight
 the
palate.
Sugar
flowers
are
amazingly
realis8c
 and
coordinate
with
the
atmosphere.
One
 complimentary
cake
is
included
with
your
tas8ng!

386
Broadway
Bayonne,
NJ
07002 201.858.4700
•
www.vergastudio.com

Chappaqua,
New
York
by
appointment
only 914.238.0020
•
www.aworldofcakes.com

Simply Glamorous Wedding & Event Planner

NJ

Planning
is
a
truly
fabulous
event
that
is
o?en
 8me‐consuming
and
a
tedious
process.
With
Simply
 Glamorous
Wedding
&
Event
Planner,
you
will
not
 have
to
stress
over
the
details
that
go
into
crea8ng
 a
memorable
day.
Having
our
professional
wedding
 planner
at
your
side
will
allow
you
to
relax,
enjoy
 and
celebrate
this
joyous
occasion
with
your
family
 and
friends.




 Serving
New
Jersey 908.249.7647
•
609.528.0087 www.simplyglamorousevents.com

Fruition Events, Inc.

NY

Eye Do

NY

Eye
Do
was
structured
to
accommodate
the
bridal
 market
and
complete
the
fairytale
with
explicit
 a;en8on
to
fit
each
Bride’s
ideal
image.
Ashley
 will
travel
to
your
loca8on
and
is
con8nuously
 educated
in
every
service
available
to
you
to
assure
 the
highest
quality.
She
has
the
ability
to
transform
 her
spontaneous
crea8vity
so
that
you
portray
 your
own
unique
appeal.
Services
include
Hair/ Airbrush
Makeup. 300
Ninth
Avenue,
Pelham 914.356.6913
•
www.eyedohairandmakeup.com

D3W Creative Concepts

We
are
a
full
service
event
planning
company
 that
specializes
in
the
customiza8on
of
every
 affair.
Rather
than
packages,
we
tailor
our
 services
based
on
each
individual’s
needs,
desires
 and
budget.
Our
knowledgeable
staff
would
be
 honored
to
assist
you
with
their
expert
advice
 and
intricate
detail.
At
Frui8on,
we
work
for
you
 and
with
you
to
realize
your
perfect
affair.

Our
Wedding
Division
specializes
in
event
planning,
 floral/décor
and
custom
invita8on
design.
Give
 us
a
call
and
allow
us
to
assist
you
in
crea8ng
a
 personalized
wedding
you’ll
never
forget.

Our
 consultants
will
work
with
you
to
seamlessly
 execute
your
dream
wedding
while
giving
you
 the
peace
of
mind
that
comes
with
knowing
that
 you’re
taken
care
of.
For
promo8onal
deals
find
us
 on
FACEBOOK.

Nassau/Suffolk
Long
Island,
New
York
City 631.521.4871
•
www.fruiEon‐events.com

Info@d3wcreaEveconcepts.com 347.760.0727
•
www.d3wcreaEveconcepts.com

Bridal Reflections

NY

Incomparable
fashion,
personalized
service
and
 couture
tailoring
dis8nguish
Bridal
Reflec8ons
 as
one
of
America’s
finest
names
in
Bridal
Wear.

 Now
in
their
newly
expanded
Fi?h
Avenue
salon
 featuring
an
Evening
Wear
bou8que
and
Bridal
Shoe
 collec8on.
Also
on
Long
Island.
Visit
their
website
 for
store
loca8ons
and
a
list
of
upcoming
trunk
 shows
and
special
events.

Above & Beyond Event Planners, LLC

NY

NY

Be
a
guest
at
your
wedding!
We
are
here
to
make
 your
dreams
come
true!
We
will
take
care
of
every
 detail
of
your
wedding
or
just
part
of
it.
Above
&
 Beyond
Event
Planners
will
take
away
the
stress
 that
comes
with
planning
a
perfect
wedding
 without
sacrificing
quality.
It’s
8me
to
celebrate
 your
life
in
style! 867
Jefferson
Ave.,
Buffalo,
NY
14204 716.898.0959
•
www.ABEventPlanners.com

260
FiVh
Ave.,
New
York,
NY
10001 212.764.3040
•
www.bridalreflecEons.com

Album Boutique

NY

NY

One In A Million Floral Designs NY

Your
wedding
is
one
of
the
most
wonderful
 moments
in
your
life
and
the
photos
that
capture
 this
special
day
deserve
to
be
showcased...
in
an
 album
that’s
ar8s8c,
sophis8cated,
and
finely
 bound,
so
it
can
pass
through
many
loving
hands,
 many
8mes.

ALBUM
BOUTIQUE
is
an
online
 storefront
of
beau8fully
cra?ed
wedding
albums
 that
you’ll
be
proud
to
share
with
your
children.

We
will
make
your
event
one
of
a
kind,
 extraordinary
within
your
budget.

Specializing
in
 silk
floral
designs
that
look
real
enough
to
confuse
 the
bees
yet
durable
enough
to
maintain
its
beauty.

 Our
team
will
provide
the
following
services
with
 spirit
of
excellence:
bouquet
designs
(custom,
 couture,
bejeweled
and
tradi8onal.)

Floral
 arrangements
for
ceremonies,
recep8ons,
special
 occasions
and
event
décor.
Let’s
meet
and
create.

130
W
57th
St.,
New
York,
NY
10019 800.453.9511
•
www.albumbouEque.com

5
Humming
Lane,
Suffolk,
NY 631.846.4964

Planning This Day

NY

Planning
This
Day
is
here
to
make
sure
your
dream
 wedding
becomes
a
reality,
whether
unconven8onal,
 modern,
classis,
tradi8onal,
des8na8on
crea8ve
and
 adventurous.
PTD
will
assist
with
each
detail
involved
 in
planning
your
extraordinary
day.
Whether
it’s
the
 en8re
wedding
or
the
day‐of
to
ensure
that
everything
 happens
according
to
plan
so
you
can
relax
and
take
 pleasure
in
your
special
day.
 Althea
Gaskin
Feurich 193
Clinton
Ave.,
No.
8F,
Brooklyn,
NY
11205 T
718.852.6456
•
C
646.322.2417 www.wedeventplanner.com

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The Lavender Letter

NY

The
Lavender
Le;er
is
a
full
service
sta8onary
shoppe specializing
in
Invita8ons
and
all
items
for
your
 Engagement,
Shower
and
Wedding
needs.
 Personalized
service
is
our
specialty
to
help
guide
you
 through
this
exci8ng
and
special,
but
stressful
8me!
 Customized
programs,
placecards
and
menus
are
also
 available
upon
request.
Ask
about
our
new
Thank
You
 card
wri8ng
service,
to
help
a?er
your
event
is
over! 
 1870
Jericho
Turnpike,
Dix
Hills,
NY
11743 631.681.2716
•
www.TheLavenderLe"er.com

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more
lis8ngs
at
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Local Resources

New
York
‐
Pennsylvania

Go Glam Beauty

NY

High
end,
top
quality
hair
and
makeup
service.
 There
are
two
words
to
describe
our
style;
fresh
 and
always
fashionable.
Go
Glam
Beauty
ar8sts
 have
a
concentra8on
on
bridal
beauty,
so
we
can
 provide
expert
advice
and
insight
on
crea8ng
 your
perfect
bridal
look.
We
are
commi;ed
to
 making
you
shine
and
feel
your
most
confident
and
 beau8ful
on
your
wedding
day.
Shine,
you
will...

980.522.2933
•
www.ChrisEFallsPhotography.com

Cloud Nove Events

NY

Cloud
Nove
Events
offers
wedding
planning
and
 coordina8on,
specializing
in
Day
of
Coordina8on
 services.
We
bring
together
all
of
the
elements you
have
planned
to
execute
a
fabulous,
stress‐free
 event
for
you
and
your
guests.
You’ve
planned
your
 dream
wedding
‐
let
us
coordinate
your
day
so
you
 can
relax,
and
leave
the
details
to
us.

OH

2000
Bri"ain
Road,
Akron,
OH
44310 1.330.633.8000 www.bnbridal.com www.bellenocheromance.com (Our
Honeymoon
Registry)

 NY

FRESH French Floral Boutique OH

Planning
a
wedding
of
any
size
or
variety
can
 be
challenging.
Exquisite
Events
can
manage
 everything
from
start
to
finish,
allowing
you
 to
enjoy
the
party.
Whether
you
are
seeking
a
 consultant
for
the
en8re
planning
process,
or
are
 in
need
of
assistance
in
the
final
stages
of
crea8ng
 an
unforge;able
Wedding
Day,
we
look
forward
to
 working
with
you
to
create
memories
of
a
life8me. Photo
by
JoVon

FRESH
French
Floral
Bou8que
hand
selects
 the
finest
quality
and
freshest
flowers
for
your
 celebra8on.
Our
floral
specialists
coordinate
every
 detail
for
a
seamless
celebra8on.
Our
goal
is
to
 design
and
deliver
an
experience
especially
for
you.
 We
pride
ourselves
in
crea8ng
an
original
concept
 that
truly
reflects
the
bride
and
groom.
Bridal
 Packages
are
available
to
fit
every
budget
looking
 for
quality
and
style.

2
Main
St.,
Suite
2,
Roslyn,
NY 516.292.3338
•
www.exquisiteeventsnewyork.com

1629
W
1st
Ave.,
Grandview
Heights,
OH
43212 877.826.2111
•
www.freshfrenchfloral.com

JC Carolina Formals LLC

Paper Trendz

NC

We
are
a
custom
bridal
and
formal
gown
designer
 offering
VIP
tuxedo
sales
and
rentals.
 Evenings
out,
par8es,
proms,
weddings,
christenings,
 whatever
the
occasion
or
style
from
casual,
classic,
 elegantly
simple
or
beau8fully
elaborate,
visit
us
and
 watch
that
perfect
dress
being
created
for
you.
We
 also
offer
altera8ons
and
preserva8on
services
all
at
 an
affordable
price.
 Member
‐
Associa8on
of
Bridal
Consultants

OK

The
invita8on
sets
the
tone
for
your
big
day
and
gives
 your
honored
guests
a
glimpse
of
what’s
to
come.
 Whether
custom
or
semi‐custom,
Paper
Trendz
is
 commi;ed
to
helping
you
make
that
first
impression
 memorable.
Partnering
with
Sooner
Calligraphy
for
 your
custom
hand
addressing,
place
cards,
table
 numbers
and
more...
we
have
everything
you
will
 need
in
one
place.
 MenEon
GetMarried
for
15%
off!

2282
Onslow
Dr.,
Jacksonville,
NC
28540 910.934.0237
•
www.jccarolinaformals.com

Serving
the
enEre
state
of
Oklahoma 405.415.6784


•

www.papertrendz.com

In His Service Productions, LLC NC

Charlotte’s Wedding & More

In
His
Service
Produc8ons
knows
that
this
day
is
more
 than
just
a
wonderful
celebra8on.
It
is
a
day
in
which
 God
will
be
glorified
as
you
celebrate
your
love.

We
 love
weddings
because
we
believe
marriage
is
such
a
 beau8ful
manifesta8on
of
the
glorious
love
that
Christ
 has
for
us.
This
passion
for
our
work
shows
in
our
 wedding
videos.

Charlo;e’s
Weddings
&
More
is
a
full‐service
bridal
 bou8que.

We
have
a
long
standing
reputa8on
for
great
 service,
private
bridal
suites,
large
selec8on
of
gowns
 and
knowledgeable
staff.

Your
personal
consultant
 makes
finding
the
perfect
gown
and
your
accessories
a
 fun
and
relaxing
experience.

Our
goal
is
to
assist
you
 in
crea8ng
the
perfect
look
for
your
wedding
day
and
 your
en8re
bridal
party,
even
the
groom!

P.O.
Box
596,
1611
Jamestown
Road,
 Morganton,
NC

28680 800.842.9615

•

www.ihspllc.com

Behind The Scenes, Inc.

SUMMER 2010

Belle Noche’ Bridal Belle
Noche’…..The
things
your
dreams
are
 made
of…….
Book
you’re
appointment
today!

Serving
Long
Island
and
the
NYC
Metro
Area 646.209.7768
•
www.cloudnoveevents.com

126

NC

I
love
to
be
involved
in
the
happy
moments
of
 life...and
gevng
married
is
one
of
the
happiest
 8mes
ever!
I
love
to
be
able
to
document
this
 special
8me
and
create
a
las8ng
work
of
art
 you’ll
treasure
forever.

Serve
on
locaEon
in
New
York,
all
five
boroughs,
 New
Jersey
and
ConnecEcut. 1.888.311.1371
•
www.goglambeauty.com

Exquisite Events

Christi Falls Photography

OR

8925
SW
Beaverton
Hillsdale
Hwy.,
Portland,
OR
97225 503.297.9677

•

www.charlo"esweddings.com NC

Weddings and Events by Eliese

PA

Let
us
make
your
wedding
vision
a
reality.
Our
 a;en8on
to
detail
will
keep
you
organized
and
 ensure
that
details
are
not
overlooked.
We
will
 work
with
you
to
design
out
of
the
box
personal
 touches
to
make
the
day
uniquely
yours.
Whether
 you
are
planning
an
in8mate
affair
or
an
elaborate
 gala,
you
need
a
consultant
that
will
assist
you
 every
step
of
the
way.

Weddings
and
Events
by
Eliese
makes
your
dream
our
 reality.
We
know
you
want
a
full
service
wedding
and
 event
consul8ng
company.
We
will
assist
you
with
 innova8ve
ways
to
create
your
dream
wedding
or
 event
on
any
budget.
We
provide
wedding
packages
 designed
to
meet
your
wedding
needs.
Please
take
 a
moment
to
review
our
service
to
determine
which
 package
is
ideal
for
you.

Free
consulta8on.

2302
W.
Meadowview
Road,
Ste
115 Greensboro,
NC
27407 336.375.3164

•

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Allentown/Philadelphia 484.515.9527

•

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‐
Texas

Arrangements Unlimited

PA

Whatever
your
wedding
dreams
might
be,
our
 talented
designers
and
planners
work
together
with
 you
to
make
your
dreams
a
reality.
We
feel
sure
 that
our
caring
partnership
with
you,
along
with
 our
a;en8on
to
detail,
will
ensure
that
you
have
a
 spectacular
experience.
Our
goal
is
to
make
your
 wedding
day
unforge;able.

Castleton Farms

TN

Surrounded
by
the
mountains
of
Loudon,
 Tennessee,
Castleton
Farms
sits
on
108
acres
of
 rolling
pasture.
Our
Greek
Manor,
beau8fully
 manicured
grounds,
Koi
pond,
vineyard,
and
island
 with
a
Grecian
gazebo
are
just
some
of
the
elite
 features
that
give
you
the
fairytale
wedding
you’ve
 always
dreamed
of.
Let
us
assist
you
with
one
of
 our
all‐inclusive
packages
designed
to
make
your
 wedding...
Nothing
less
than
unforge;able.

1020
Matsonford
Road,
West
Conshohocken,
 PA
19428
•
610.834.7335 www.arrangements‐unlimited.com

150

Cedar
Grove
Lane,
Loudon,
TN
37774 865.376.9040
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Sharyn Frenkel Photography

PA

Unique Wine Cellar

TN

Our
unique
perspec8ves
capture
the
en8re
story
 of
your
day,
from
the
poignant
moments
to
the
 beau8ful
details.
Each
image
represents
an
important
 piece
of
your
story,
adding
in
an
ar8s8c
approach
as
 well
as
a
vintage
shabby‐chic
appeal.
We
also
work
 with
eco‐friendly
products
–
from
our
packaging
 materials
to
our
wedding
albums
–
all
items
are
 sustainable
and
good
for
the
environment!

Wan8ng
to
add
a
UNIQUE
touch
and
make
a
 las8ng
impression?
Wine
Tas8ngs
&
Personalized
 Wines
are
Trendy
&
Stylish
ways
to
turn
Wedding
 Showers,
Bachelore;e
Par8es,
Rehearsal
Dinners,
 and
Wedding
Recep8ons
into
your
very
own
private
 winery.
Design
Personalized
Wines
with
your
photo
 and
personal
message
great
for
Wedding
Party
&
out
 of
town
guests.
Cheers
to
Happiness
&
Making
Your
 Dreams
Come
True!

Tri‐state
area
and
beyond. 267.902.9772

•

www.sharynfrenkelphotography.com

Contact
us
to
check
our
service
area
for
your
state 931.339.3301
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A Little Soirée

How To Write Your Own Wedding Vows

PA

We
are
an
innova8ve
and
in8mate
event
planning
 company
servicing
clients
from
the
New
Jersey
 Shore
to
Lancaster
County!
We
are
pleased
to
offer
 an
array
of
event
planning
services
in
addi8on
to
 custom
“necessi8es”
such
as
sweet
tables,
sea8ng
 charts,
table
numbers
and
menus.
Our
goal
is
to
 take
your
vision
and
make
it
a
reality
while
ensuring
 no
detail
is
forgo;en. Serving
the
Tri‐State
area 484.949.4521
•
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Block Island Wedding Show

TN

Carol
and
Robert,
authors,
have
been
together
for
 32
years.
They’ve
drawn
on
those
years
as
ar8st/ educators
to
design
a
step‐by‐step
process
that
 leads
you
through
wri8ng
the
best
words
for
each
 vow,
toast,
or
wedding
speech.
They
show
you
how
 to
rehearse
your
perfect
words
to
eliminate
“stage
 fright”.
Make
your
vows
the
center
of
your
wedding
 and
the
founda8on
for
your
marriage. Serving
NaEonwide 615.227.3876
•
www.vowsandtoasts.com

RI

Exquisite Events, Inc.

TX

An
amazing
des8na8on
for
your
wedding!
Located
 just
12
miles
off
the
coast
of
Rhode
Island,
Block
 Island
is
an
easy
trip
for
your
guests,
yet
they
will
 feel
like
they
are
worlds
away.
At
the
Block
Island
 Wedding
Show
our
finest
vendors
will
be
gathered
 under
one
roof‐
venues,
caterers,
photographers,
 florists,
musicians
and
more.
Sunday,
July
11th,
 2010,
12
pm
–
5
pm

Time
constraints
and
stress
can
hinder
any
event.
 Our
coordinators
based
in
Atlanta,
GA
and
Corpus
 Chris8,
TX
will
remove
the
stress
and
worry
from
 your
event.
With
over
ten
years
experience,
Exquisite
 Events
u8lizes
its
imagina8on
and
exper8se
to
help
 you
avoid
planning
mishaps
and
to
a;end
to
last
 minute
details.
Let
your
desires
and
our
imagina8on
 shape
your
event
into
an
absolutely
exquisite
event.

Drawer
A,
Corn
Neck
Road,
Block
Island,
RI
02807 401.466.5031
•
www.BlockIslandWeddingShow.com

Corpus
ChrisE,
TX
and
Atlanta,
GA 888.779.2530

•

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Anderson Ocean Club and Spa

SC

Simply Jubilee Events

TX

Located
oceanfront
in
the
heart
of
Myrtle
Beach
SC,
 Anderson
Ocean
Club
and
Spa
sets
a
new
standard
of
 luxury
and
dis8nc8on.
The
complement
of
ameni8es
 at
the
Anderson
Ocean
Club
and
Spa
include
a
full
 service
day
spa,
The
Awakening
Spa,
a
wide
variety
of
 water
ameni8es,
valet
parking
and
room
service.
This
 full‐service
resort
is
the
ul8mate
retreat
for
roman8c
 honeymoon
getaway
or
groom’s
golf
getaway.

Simply
Jubilee
Events,
an
award
winning
full‐service
 event
design
and
wedding
consul8ng
firm,
is
 commited
to
unsurpassed
personalized
service
 with
an
unrivaled
enthusiasm
for
details.
Our
 swoon‐worthy
designs
are
created
to
capture
and
 reflect
your
individualism
and
style.
We
are
here
 to
exceed
your
expecta8ons
and
create
a
truly
 unique
wedding
experience.
Services
are
available
 na8onally
and
abroad.

2600
North
Ocean
Blvd.,
Myrtle
Beach 866.578.8494
•
www.andersonoceanclubonline.com

3202
Mercer
St.,
Houston,
TX
77027 713.443.2588
•
www.simplyjubilee.com

Bay Watch Resort and Conference Center

Imagine Videos

SC

Bay
Watch
Resort
&
Conference
Center
is
located
 in
the
heart
of
North
Myrtle
Beach
and
is
an
ideal
 oceanfront
des8na8on
for
beach
weddings
or
 roman8c
honeymoon.
At
Bay
Watch
Resort,
our
 oceanfront
views
are
just
the
beginning
of
a
great
 getaway.
Ameni8es
include
18
outdoor/indoor
pools,
 lazy
river,
Free
Wi‐Fi,
on‐site
restaurant,
beach
bar
 and
6,
500
sq.
?.
of
banquet
space.




 2701
South
Ocean
Blvd.,
North
Myrtle
Beach 800.845.9700
•
www.baywatchresort.com

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TX

Imagine
Videos
is
an
exclusive
video
bou8que
 serving
the
Houston
area
and
beyond.
We
build
 quality
rela8onships
with
our
clients
and
produce
 a
breathtaking
experience
for
them,
both
on
and
 off
the
screen.
We
like
to
watch
the
day
naturally
 unfold
and
then
edit
a
beau8ful
piece
to
show
you
 the
most
meaningful
and
beau8ful
segments
of
the
 day,
just
how
you
want
to
remember
it. 104
Industrial
Blvd.,
Ste
Q,

Sugar
Land,
TX
77478 281.277.1743
•
www.imaginevideos.com

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‐
Utah

The Wedding Studio

TX

The
Wedding
Studio
is
an
all‐service
wedding
 planning
company
specializing
in
weddings
for
the
 San
Antonio,
TX
area.
Complete
wedding
packages
 are
available
with
monthly
payment
plans
to
assist
all
 budgets.
We
offer
complimentary
venue
searches
and
 consulta8ons.
Make
San
Antonio
your
des8na8on
for
 a
wedding
full
of
heritage,
history
and
beauty.
We’ll
 see
that
all
accommoda8ons
and
services
are
taken
 care
of
for
you.

Dallas/Ft
Worth 817.614.5530
•
www.aflairforelegance@earthlink.net

Clark Gardens Botanical Park TX

Houston Event Planning’s Signature Manor

Hummingbird House

6968
Howell‐Sugarland
Road,
Houston,
TX
77083 713.541.1000
•
www.HoustonEventVenue.com
 TX

Blue Wave Photography

As
you
round
the
drive
and
pull
in
through
the
 Iron
Gate,
you
already
get
a
sense
the
elegance
of
 your
event.

Five
and
a
half
beau8fully
landscaped
 and
manicured
acres,
you
will
feel
far
away
from
 the
ordinary,
a
true
oasis
of
lush
greens,
blooming
 lflowers
and
large
palms.
The
perfect
back
drop
for
 your
perfect
day!

Blue
Wave
Photography,
established
in
2001,
has
 made
their
mark
by
capturing
once
in
a
life8me
 moments
of
hundreds
of
weddings
over
the
years.
 We
deliver
elegant,
ar8s8c
photographs
from
your
 special
day
u8lizing
both
photojournalis8c
and
 tradi8onal
styles
of
photography.

Your
wedding
 day
is
unique,
and
you
can
count
on
Blue
Wave
 Photography
to
capture
each
moment
for
you
to
 enjoy
for
years
to
come.

12805
Arroyo
Doble
Dr.,
Manchaca,
TX
78652 512.934.0201
•
www.hummingbirdhouse.info

Serving
Dallas,
Texas
 800.381.1023
•
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Extraordinary Settings Event Planning

TX

Extraordinary
Sevngs
Event
Planning,
LLC
is
a
 bou8que
agency
that
specializes
in
full
service
event
 planning
and
coordina8on.
Our
me8culous
a;en8on
 to
detail
complements
our
unwavering
service
we
 provide
to
every
client.
With
our
impeccable
sense
of
 style
we
pride
ourselves
with
taking
your
vision
and
 crea8ng
a
“WOW”
factor
to
be
remembered.
It’s
all
in
 the
details
and
we
plan
them
from
start
to
finish.

 600
Sandau
Road,
Suite
300 800.762.4113
•
www.extraordinarysefngs.com

Farmers Branch Historical Park

TX

Signature
Manor
is
your
one
stop
shop
for
all
of
 your
event
planning
and
venue
needs.
With
24,000
 square
feet
of
space,
our
experienced
staff
can
 customize
it
to
fulfill
your
wishes.
Also,
you
have
 the
flexibility
to
use
your
own
caterer
or
our
own
 execu8ve
chef.
Come
and
experience
the
elegance
 of
Signature
Manor,
where
our
staff
can
make
your
 dreams
come
true.

567
Maddux
Road,
Weatherford,
TX
76088 940.682.4856
•
www.clarkgardens.com

Dutchess Bridal, Inc

TX

TX

Dutchess
Bridal
is
a
family
owned
business
started
 to
give
brides
more
choices.
Our
wish
is
that
our
 custom
accessories
will
allow
you
to
be
crea8ve
 and
have
fun.
Each
accessory
is
uniquely
cra?ed
 using
an
assortment
of
fabrics,
laces
and
ribbons
 from
around
the
world.
Come
let
us
show
you
how
 we
can
add
a
special
touch
to
your
dream
wedding.

PO
Box
200694,
Arlington,
TX
76006 469.277.6876
•
www.dutchessbridal.com

 TX

Kelly Hornberger Photography TX

A
unique
sevng
amongst
history
and
tradi8on.

 Experience
your
special
day
surrounded
by
vintage
 structures,
beau8ful
gardens
and
green
meadows.

 Contact
us
today
to
schedule
a
tour!

Allow
me
to
document
every
nook
and
cranny
 out
of
your
big
day
of
“i
do”
and
the
moments
 leading
up
to
it!
I
desire
to
capture
images
you
 can
look
back
on
50
years
from
now
and
s8ll
see
 the
emo8on
and
light
of
those
first
days
when
you
 promised
yourselves
to
each
other.

2540
Farmers
Branch
Lane,
Farmers
Branch,
TX
75234 972.406.0184
•
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7623
Fountaingrove
Spring,
TX
77379 832.549.9834
•
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Cynthia’s Cakes

Shandalace Weddings

TX

Cynthia’s
Cakes
brings
elegance,
taste
and
crea8vity
 together
to
make
your
wedding
cake
a
las8ng
 impression
and
delicious
memory.
We
pride
ourselves
 in
offering
an
extensive
variety
of
techniques
and
 mediums
to
work
with
to
create
and
inspire
the
 perfect
sweet
centerpiece
for
your
very
special
 wedding
day.

SUMMER 2010

TX

We
have
a
passion
for
weddings!
At
A
Flair
for
 Elegance,
Inc
that
passion
shows
through
in
 the
work
we
do
for
you
to
make
the
wedding
 you’ve
been
dreaming
of
a
reality.
We
provide
a
 personalized
level
of
service
that
has
your
unique
 personality
as
a
couple
in
mind.
Call
us
and
find
 out
how
we
can
de‐stress
your
wedding
planning.

150
W.
Rhapsody
Dr.,
San
Antonio 210.601.2318
•
www.theweddingstudiosa.com

Clark
Gardens
Botanical
Park
is
a
breathtaking
 oasis
offering
unique
venues
for
weddings
and
 recep8ons.
Couples
choose
Clark
Gardens
for
the
 variety
of
wedding
venues,
from
the
picturesque
 party
pavilions
alongside
shimmering
waters
to
the
 two
permanent
carpeted
tents,
lit
by
chandeliers,
 and
heated
for
cooler
weather,
set
amidst
rose
 scented
gardens.
Clark
Gardens,
a
short
45
minute
 drive
from
the
Metroplex.

128

A Flair for Elegance, Inc.

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by:
RGVPhotography

We
are
a
one
stop
wedding
shop! We
are
a
Marys
Bridal
retailer.
Get
all
of
your
 wedding
avre
right
here.
Visit
our
online
store
 for
lingerie,
organic
bath
products
and
perfume.
 Become
a
Shandalace
Bride...we
offer
Signature
 Bridal
Scents...you
design
your
fragrance...bo;le... you
name
it
it’s
your
baby.
It
would
be
an
honor
to
 share
your
day!

4112
N.
Dooli"le
Road,
Edinburg,
TX
78542 956.381.0008
•
www.cynthiascakes.com

67
North
Mt
Peal,
Moab,
UT
84532
 dream@shandalaceweddings.com 435.220.0222

•

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Virginia
‐
Wisconsin,
Bermuda,
Ecuador,
Mexico
&
Puerto
Rico

I Do Photography Inc.

VA

Timeless Events, LLC

Susan
and
Randy
Wyant’s
innova8ve
and
comfortable
 style
of
photography
has
their
clients
coming
back
 for
more!
They
are
spontaneous
and
yet
organized.
 Engagement
sessions,
personalized
slideshows
and
 albums
tell
the
story
of
each
couple’s
love.
Are
you
 looking
for
great
photographers
that
consistently
 create
amazing
images?
Do
you
value
experience
 and
exper8se?
Then
Susan
and
Randy
are
the
 photographers
for
your
wedding!
Call
today!

Planning
an
event
can
be
overwhelming.
Whether
 you
need
a
li;le
help
or
a
lot,
we
are
here
to
make
 sure
your
special
day
is
everything
you
want
it
 to
be.
Free
consulta8ons
available
and
packages
 customized
just
for
you.
Visit
our
website
to
see
 how
we
can
help!

Serving
Virginia,
DC
and
Maryland 703.502.8800

•

www.idophoto.com

Serving
the
Greater
Milwaukee
area 262.751.6355
•
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The Grande Affair

VA

Our
services
are
customized
to
each
bride’s
own
 needs
and
include
wedding
planning,
coordina8on,
 event
décor
and
design,
accessories,
favors
and
 invita8ons.
The
elegant
touches
and
special
details
 we
provide
will
create
an
atmosphere
that
will
 be
uniquely
your
own.
Contact
us
to
schedule
a
 complimentary
consulta8on
and
receive
a
free
gi?.
 Let
The
Grande
Affair
make
your
wedding
an
affair
 to
remember.

98
Spice
Hill
Road,
P.O.
Box
WK
537 Warwick
WK
BX
Bermuda 866.919.7473
•
www.tohaveandtoholdbermuda.com

 VA

We
specialize
in
bringing
your
wedding
dreams
to
 life
in
unique
venues
all
over
the
Washington,
DC
 area
and
Virginia.
From
Georgetown
to
Leesburg,
 from
Alexandria
to
Charlo;esville,
from
McLean
 to
Virginia
Beach
and
everywhere
in‐between!

 We
listen
to
you
and
create
the
perfect
backdrop
 for
your
once
in
a
life8me
day.
Don’t
leave
these
 irreplaceable
moments
to
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 Serving
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EC

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 Northern
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Washington
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Penzi Weddings

MX

Specializing
in
planning
weddings
in
San
Miguel
de
 Allende.
This
wonderful
colonial
town
is
located
in
the
 center
of
Mexico,
full
of
roman8c
streets,
restaurants,
 fun
bars,
sensa8onal
stores
and
galleries. Penzi..!
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LOVE
or
DESIRE,
our
company
is
 inspired
on
this
feelings
to
make
sure
your
wedding
 is
memorable.

Penzi
will
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wedding
in
San
 Miguel
amazing
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you
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11,
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Miguel
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415
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Ferrer Video Productions

PR

Fusion Floral Art

PR

Ferrer
Video
Produc8ons,
a
highly
experience
 videographers
team,
is
known
for
being
 unobtrusive,
yet
capturing
all
the
details
of
the
 day.
They
approach
every
wedding
with
ar8s8c
 individuality,
carefully
capture
client’s
definings
 moments
in
a
manner
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is
both
engaging
and
 unique.
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Video’s
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to
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 people
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comfortable,
their
easygoing
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 result
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images
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crea8ve
 and
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Rico 787.283.7309

•

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Crea8ng
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 sta8ons,
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 freshly
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or
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Portsmouth
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Bobbi Roth Wedding Design

Terrasenses & ETICA Events

Imagine:
lush,
fragrant
Ecuadorian
roses
gree8ng
you
 as
you
step
into
your
suite…toas8ng
under
a
bamboo
 arch
in
the
middle
of
the
rainforest…saying
your
“I
 do’s”
on
board
the
Galapagos
Islands’
most
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 ship,
celebra8ng
this
special
day
surrounded
by
loved
 ones…
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are
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 specialized
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Each
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just
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you!

 Whatever
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occasion,
we
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event
 unforge;ably
sweet!
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today!

SilverSpoon Bakery

BM

To
every
couple
we
promise
that…whatever
the
 wish,
our
wedding
services
will
be
tailored
to
suit
 you
and
your

fiance’s
needs…
that
you
receive
the
 highest
level
of
professionalism
and
commitment…
 that
you
will
enjoy
the
process
and
have
loads
of
 fun…your
wedding
will
be
sophis8cated,
embody
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vision,
essence
and
be
rich
with
details…we
 will
surpass
all
of
your
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DC,
MD,
VA,
&
NaEonwide 571.271.2395

•

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From
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the
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friends,
we
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you
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crea8ng
unique
flower
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 décor
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 ceremony/recep8on
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Washington
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