The Cocoanut Grove Ocean-front elegance and Santa Cruz charm Guests have been dancing by moonlight in California’s classic Cocoanut Grove since 1907. The famous landmark, with its grand beachfront location, is ideal for weddings, dances, banquets and celebrations of all sizes. Over the past 100 years, the Grove has been the setting for many important West Coast events including the state’s first Miss California Ball and the greatest performers of the Big Band era. The 20,000-square-foot facility has been tastefully updated in a way that preserves the building’s unique character and historic roots. The Grove’s professional staff provides full banquet, bar and kitchen services, as well as complete event planning with menu and beverage options for up to 1,000 guests.
The Sun Room features breathtaking views and a retractable glass ceiling, capturing sunshine and ocean breezes during the day and glittering with starlight after dark. The Grand Ballroom with its elegant oval lines, a tiered stage, wooden dance floor, and balcony seating, reflects the glamour and romance of the 1940s. A spectacular ocean-front setting and experienced, friendly staff make the elegant Cocoanut Grove the perfect choice for weddings and receptions of all sizes.
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For more information on the Cocoanut Grove, call 423-2053, or visit cocoanutgrovesantacruz.com.
Less Stress Advice for brides-to-be from Cocoanut Grove staff: 2 Listen to the experts—that’s what you pay them for.
6 Keep accurate notes of what you discuss with vendors and make sure all vendors are aware of changes that may have been made during various planning sessions.
3 Make a list of “must haves” for your event. Set priorities from very important to those on a wish list.
7 Your site coordinator, photographer, and DJ or bandleader should all be given an accurate timeline prior to the event.
4 Be prepared to compromise and be flexible within reason. This is “your day” but the wishes of both families should be considered.
8 If you aren’t hiring a wedding coordinator, ask a friend or family member to be the vendor liaison on the day of the event.
5 Ask for clarification when you don’t understand something. Your vendors may use unfamiliar terms and they need to know if something is confusing to you.
9 Try to enjoy the planning process—take time to relax along the way.
1 Know your budget and try to stick to it.
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611 Ocean Street, Santa Cruz 831.425.7100 | sales@theyhotelparadox.com thehotelparadox.com
10 Don’t lose the magic of your wedding day by getting bogged down in tiny details.
2013 Bridal Expo Exhibitor Listing Elegant Lace Bridal
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Booth 73
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Booth 65
(408) 978-2230 www.elegantlacebridal.com
Jewels on Pacific (831) 239-6039 www.jewelsportfolio.com
Meg Ryan Design (831) 239-9798 www.StylebyMeg.com
Men’s Wearhouse
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(800) 776-SUIT www.menswearhouse.com
BRIDAL REGISTRY Annieglass
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(831) 427-4260 • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •(Sun Room) www.annieglass.com
Princess House
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Table N
(831) 588-5939 • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •(Sun Room) www.princesshouse.com/consultants/cshaefer
CAKES & DESSERTS Buttercup Cakes & Farm House Frosting
Booth 67
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(831) 466-0373 www.farmhousefrosting.com
Cakes by Veronica
Booth 53
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(831) 246-0207 CakesbyVeronica.com
Blending Table Inc. Santa Cruz and the Monterey Bay Area offer some of the most unique and stunning wedding venues in the world. Whether you picture yourself barefoot on the beach, in a traditional dress at a local church, or dancing under the redwoods, there are hundreds of options to fit your style and budget. Planning your wedding should be a wonderful adventure, and with the right experts on your team, it will be. Our area is lucky to have an abundance of creative, skilled professionals, excited to share their knowledge and make your life a lot easier. The 2013 Bridal Expo brings more than 100 vendors together under one roof to help make the process a little easier. You’ll see gorgeous bridal fashions, stunning photography, fantastic cakes, and amazing décor. You’ll also get to sample food from top caterers, and meet the talented people who can work their magic for you. And you might even win a valuable door prize, including a romantic getaway valued at over $1,000. (Tip: Bring your own return address labels to easily sign up for the many prize drawings.) Bring your best friend and make a day of it!
Highlights: 100+ Vendors, Fashion Shows, Door Prizes including $1,000 getaway. Where: The Cocoanut Grove When: Cost:
400 Beach St., Santa Cruz Sunday, Jan. 27, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. $7 per person or $5 with coupon on website
More Info:
www.cocoanutgrovesantacruz.com or (831) 423-2053
SPONSORS
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(831) 212-1447 www.edithmeyer.com
Booth 77
Freedom Bakery & Confections Booth 10 •
(408) 390-5074 • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •(Sun Room) www.blendingtable.com
(831) 722-5223 www.FBandC.com
Crescent Moon Paper Company
Second Street Café
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Booth 26
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Booth 21
(831) 724-7500
(831) 239-4148 www.crescentmoonpaper.com
STARZ Cupcakes
Enframing Press
(831) 332-9243 www.starzcupcakes.com
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(831) 251-5003 www.enframingpress.com
The Buttery
Exquisite Inks
(831) 458-3020 www.butterybakery.com
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Booth 62
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Booth 25
(214) 316-9726 www.exquisiteinks.com
National Healthstyles
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CATERERS
www.nationalhealthstyles.com
Barbara & Co. Catering
Palomar Ballroom
(831) 426-6051 www.barbara-company.com
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Booth 70
(831) 426-1221 www.palomarballroom.com
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Bruno’s BBQ Restaurant and Catering
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Santa Cruz County Clerk
Table S
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(831) 454-2060 www.sccoclerk.com
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Booth 47
(831) 438-2227 www.brunosbbq.com
Crown Café Catering Booths 1, 2 Lobby •
South Hill Designs
(831) 588-9543 • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •(Sun Room) www.southhilldesigns.com
State Farm Insurance
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(831) 685-1111 • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •(Sun Room) www.reneedavidson.com
Stella Page Design
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Booth 20
(831) 601-3730 www.stellapage.com
(831) 566-1425 www.crowncafecatering.com
Five Star Catering
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(831) 728-3090 www.fivestarcatering.us
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(831) 458-3007 www.kimberleyscatering.com
BRIDAL GOWNS, TUXEDOS, APPAREL Bridal Veil Fashions (831) 476-6777 www.bridalveilfashions.com
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Peach Girl Catering
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Sunny’s Catering
Booth 33
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WELCOME
Edith Meyer Wedding Cakes Booth 30
BRIDAL SERVICES & ENHANCEMENTS
2013 Bridal Expo Exhibitor Listing Tony & Alba’s Pizza & Pasta
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Booth 78 (Sun Room)
HEALTH & BEAUTY
PhotoWorks Interactive
Monterey Bay Laser Aesthetics
(831) 588-4425 www.tonyandalbas.com
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Booth 34
(831) 234-5050 www.reflectionartistry.com
Serene Skin & Body
Choice Music, Inc.
(831) 427-1912 www.sereneskincare.com
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Booth 46
(831) 345-9956 musicsantacruz.com
The Healthy Way
DNA Entertainment
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Booth 65
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(831) 462-5900 thehealthyway.com
Visalus
Joel Nelson Productions
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Table I
(831) 588-1731 www.tamarfrey.myvi.net
(831) 426-6773 www.joelnelson.com
Ken Constable Guitarist
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Booth 39
(831) 462-5896 www.kenconstable.com
Music Now
(831) 423-4423 www.musicnowdj.com
MINISTERS & CEREMONY OFFICIANTS Honey in the Heart
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Booth 29
(831) 325-7254 www.honeyintheheart.net
Wedding Minister Barbara Boyd Booth 43 •
Santa Cruz DJ Company
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Booth 59
(831) 325-3609 www.santacruzlivemusic.com ••••••••••••••••••••
Booth 11
(831) 427-0700 www.soundinmotion.com
Adriane White Photography
Boulder Creek Flowers and Design Center
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Coastline Floral Designs
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Booth 68
(831) 713-5996 www.gavitaflora.com •••••••••••••••••••••••••
Booth 4
(831) 601-1531 www.lezliejohnson.com /www.montereyeventflowers.com
Laughin Gal Floral
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(831) 207-1780 www.laughingalfloral.com
Santa Cruz Floral
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Seascape Flowers
Booth 80 (Sun Room)
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Booth 36
(831) 662-9030 www.seascapeflowers.com
Sweeley’s Design Shop
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Booth 57
(831) 334-6670 arvizuweddings.com
Covello & Covello Photography
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Booth 48
(831) 423-2922 www.covellocovello.com
Sun and Life Photography
(831) 372-5863 www.montereycountyfair.com
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(831) 600-7216 www.sunandlifephotography.com
Roaring Camp
Windel Hill Photography
(831) 335-4484 www.roaringcamp.com
Booth 72
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Danny Quijano
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Table H
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Booth 55
(831) 588-9069 www.expressivephotographics.com
Mike Danen Photography & Cinema
BRIDAL
EXPO 2013
Mike De Boer Photo
Booth 44
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Booth 52
(831) 477-2806 www.mikedeboerphoto.com
Booth 33
Now Fly Away
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Booth 36
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Booth 45
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Booth 22
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Booth 28
Seascape Golf Club
Central Coast Bride
(831) 688-3213 x 217 www.seascapegc.com
Booth 60
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The Hotel Paradox (831) 600-4507 www.thehotelpardox.com
Booth A (Lobby)
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Booth 70
Amphitheatre of the Redwoods
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(831) 761-6270 POLMountainRetreat.com
At The Dunes
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Booth 83
(831) 768-7285 • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •(Sun Room) www.atthedunes.com
Bargetto Winery
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Booth 59
(831) 475-2258 x 11 www.bargettowinery.com
Best Western Plus Seacliff Inn Booth 56 •
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Booth 63
(831) 818-2231 www.catalystclub.com ••••••
Booth 38
(831) 465-3452 www.chaminade.com
# Cocoanut Grove Host Of The Bridal Expo 2013
Booth 81 (Sun Room)
BALLROOM STAGE~Registration for the Grand Prize Giveaway (831) 423-2053 www.cocoanutgrovesantacruz.com
Dream Inn
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Booth 64
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Booth 27
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Neil Simmons Photography
Booth 12
(831) 662-7174 www.seascaperesort.com
Chaminade Resort & Spa
Expressive Photographics
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Seascape Beach Resort
Catalyst Nightclub
(831) 325-9904 www.mikedanen.com
(831) 458-9232 www.santacruzfloral.com
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Country Essence Flowers
EventScapes Inc.
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Monterey County Fairgrounds Booth 74
RECEPTIONS & LODGING
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(831) 722-4549 www.countryessencesflowers.com
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Booth B
Central Coast ShutterBooth Booth 35
Grand Design
Booth 62
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Booth 58
University Center & Catering at UCSC (831) 459-2081 catering.ucsc.edu
(831) 566-9090 www.videoweddingguide.com
(831) 722-9108
Gavita Flora
Still Music
(Lobby)
Arvizu Wedding Films
(831) 462-9276 www.bouldercreekflowers.net
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Video Wedding Guide
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Annie K. Rowland
Booth 6
(831) 479-9777 www.michaelsonmain.net
Monterey Bay Aquarium
(831) 688-7549 www.coastalwedding.com
(831) 234-4604 adrianewhitephotography.com
FLORISTS
Booth 19
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(831) 325-4183 www.rebeccastarkphotography.com
Times Publishing Group/ Coastal Weddings
PHOTOGRAPHERS & VIDEOGRAPHERS & PHOTO BOOTHS
Kennolyn
Michael's on Main Booth 29
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Santa Cruz Live Music
Sound in Motion
(831) 325-8808
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(831) 479-6700 www.kennolyn.com
(831) 840-5547 www.elysedestout.com
Rebecca Stark Photography
(831) 566-4672 www.alloccasionsnow.com
Booth 9
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Sarah Nicole Makeup & Hair Booth 50
Jardines de San Juan (831) 623-4466 www.jardinesrestaurant.com
Photography by Elyse Destout
(831) 475-1077 www.montereybaylaser.com
ENTERTAINMENT
Lobby C
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Booths 84, 85
(512) 289-1388 • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •(Sun Room) www.nowflyaway.com
Hilton Santa Cruz/ Scotts Valley
RENTAL SERVICES & EVENT DECOR A Festive Affair Party Rental
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Alexis Party Rental
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Booths 40-42
(831) 458-6080 www.alexispartyrental.com
Celebrations Party & Rentals Booth 51 (831) 724-9999 www.celebrationspartyandrentals.com
EventScapes Inc.
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(831) 728-2980 www.eventscapesinc.com
M & M Party Rentals
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Booth 14
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Booth 71
(831) 728-0721 www.mmpartyrentals.com
Sauce Boat
(650) 619-3774 sauceboatvintage.com
TRANSPORTATION & TRAVEL Rides 4 Brides
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Table R
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Weddy Moons
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Booth 3
(831) 325-9407 www.weddymoons.com
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Booth 69
(831) 430-3228 www.santacruzscottsvalley.hilton.com
Hollins House Restaurant
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Booth 8
(831) 431-3231 www.thehollinshouse.com
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1205 Pacific Ave., Suite 301 Santa Cruz, CA 95060 • 831-458-1100 Bridal Expo is a publication of Good Times • Copyright © 2013
Joyce Anderson Productions Fashionista alert: expect another alluring fashion show at this year’s expo Joyce Anderson is right at home in the spotlight. As creator of her own company, Joyce Anderson Productions, she is involved in television production and public relations, has appeared on television countless times, including on her show Inside Santa Cruz, which has been running for 18 years. And she is an ace at organizing fashion shows. Once again, Anderson is putting on the popular fashion show as part of the 2013 Bridal Expo at the Cocoanut Grove on Jan. 27. “I have been coordinating fashion shows for over 35 years, all over the Bay Area,” Anderson says. “And I have trained hundreds of models.” As well as training models on deportment and how to use the runway correctly, Anderson is also a fashion stylist and works with models to help them get the right look. She also works with South Bay Accent magazine on their covers. In the fashion show at the Bridal Expo, Anderson uses about 30 to 40 models. She is particularly excited to be featuring the beautiful and talented Miss Santa Cruz in this year’s show, Jessica Vo, who recently participated in the Miss California pageant in Pasadena. Anderson is also thrilled to have Moda Bellissima; Jewels on Pacific; Hair by Kye; The Cosmo Factory; Elements Salon & Spa; and Sound in Motion providing the music. “This year it’s not all wedding dresses,” she
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adds. “Moda Bellissima is going to be showing destination wear—dresses and casual wear when you’re not in a bridal dress. I’m glad to have Moda Bellissima because it’s their one-year anniversary of being in business downtown. They will be supplying a dress for Jessica to wear, and also a dress for her interview [on the Miss California pageant],” Anderson says, who also worked with Vo for the Miss California pageant. “I’m also happy that Jewels on Pacific is participating. It’s the 10-year anniversary of their store and they are showing a Sue Wong collection.” Anderson is also featuring Bridal Veil Fashions in the show. The popular Capitola business has been around for 50 years, and present owners Joanne Cecchettini and her daughter Lisa Cecchettini have run the place for 38 years. Another Capitola company, Men’s Wearhouse on 41st Avenue, will be showing men’s tuxedos. “This is my 15th anniversary of doing the bridal fashion show for the Seaside Company,” Anderson says. “I’m very proud of the work I have done.” | Josie Cowden
AT A GLANCE
For more information, call 831-454-0715 or email joyceproductions@aol.com. joyceandersonproductions.com.
It’s the Groom’s Day, Too Just as bridal fashions change from year to year, so does the groom’s attire. After all, the wedding is not only about what the bride is wearing—the groom also wants to look his very best. And a fashionable look is very important. These days, formal dress can mean many things. It can be a traditional tuxedo, white shirt, black tie and cummerbund to an elegant dark suit with plain shirt, tie and dress shoes. The choices are many. This year’s trend features much more color than before—lavenders, emerald greens, pastels—and even shoes of a different hue. Purple is a big hit, shirts have more patterns, and skinny ties are definitely in. Gray and charcoal tuxedos are trendy, and slim-fitting pants with flat fronts are now more in vogue than pants with pleats. Dark suits are always popular, of course, because they can be worn over and over. Blue and also lavender shirts, some with stripes, are taking the place of the plain white shirt. But whatever the choices, the groom might not want to go to the expense of buying an outfit he might not wear again. Jos. A. Bank is the expert in men’s apparel, and just about any type of clothing you can imagine can be bought or rented from them. Shirts of all
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Jos. A Bank is the expert in men’s apparel, and just about any type of clothing you can imagine can be bought or rented from them. shades and suits of all patterns are available – you simply have to choose your style. Do you want to wear a dark blue suit and red vest? No problem. A tailored jacket or slim fit, they have it. Jos. A. Bank carries the most up-to-date clothing for the groom, and the choices are multiple. With stores all over the Bay Area, the closest to Santa Cruz being Los Gatos, it’s easy to head to a branch and get fitted out by a professional. And one thing is sure, when planning your outfit, some expert help comes in handy. | Josie Cowden
AT A GLANCE
150 West Main St., Los Gatos. Contact (408) 354-1451, Josbank.com.
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Choice Music DJ Company
The local entity lets its music and service speak for itself Every wedding needs music. “When you talk about wedding music, it hasn’t really changed over the years because there is always such a wide range of ages at any given ceremony,” explains Kurt Montgomery, sole owner of Choice Music Disc Jockey Services. He says that his company always plays a little of the Top 40, some oldies, big band songs, and, “at almost every wedding I’ve done … a Madonna song.” With a crew of talented DJs and more than 20 years of experience, Choice Music has been doling out the finest in wedding services since its inception in 1989. Moving alongside the advents of technology over the years, Choice has remained relevant today by offering more than just DJ services. “[Aside from] our DJ service, we do rentals, we do sales of new equipment, we do karaoke, we do videography, we have screens, projectors, and audio equipment of all types available,” notes Montgomery. “It’s really an audio-visual experience with us.” Choice DJs meet with couples ahead of time to coordinate an event-by-event schedule of what music will be played for each segment of the wedding. “We can play 100 percent of the songs [couples] request in advance, and 99 percent of what anyone requests at the ceremony,” Montgomery notes. With four mediums for playing music—a smart phone, computer, and two CD players— Choice DJs can access practically any song available on the Internet or in their extensive music database for on-the-spot requests or unexpected changes the day of the wedding. Movement from one location to another is no obstacle for Choice either. Over the years almost every major venue in Santa Cruz County has been serviced by Choice, including the Cocoanut Grove, Chaminade, and the Seymour Marine Discovery Center. Because of their extensive wedding experience, Choice even asserts that their DJs can serve as impromptu wedding ‘coordinators’. By working with the venue, vendors and guests on the special day, DJs can help maintain a stress-free flow from the ceremony to the reception and anything else in between. With weddings taking up roughly 30 percent of business every year, Choice employees
have seen anything from couples reaffirming their wedding vows, to partners getting married for the first time in their teens. “We’ve done all kinds of weddings, but my favorite are the very genuine weddings,” comments Montgomery. “You can physically feel that energy.” Overall, the members of Choice want to do everything in their power to complement the couple’s special day. “We’ve developed a pecking order,” jokes Montgomery. “When everything is said and done our goal is for the bride to be happy—that is number one, number two is the bride’s mother, and number three is the groom.” | Jenny Simeone
Three Tips for Securing the Perfect Wedding Tunes 1 “What most people do anyway, but
bears repeating is, pick the music that speaks to you, that makes you feel alive—the way you want to be on your wedding,” Montgomery notes. 2 “Pick a DJ that you can relate with
on a personal level—not just business level. Make sure you are [selecting someone] who is responsive to your needs and easy to work with before and during the wedding.” 3 “Don’t get so hung up on music, I
recommend including an open mic where all your guests have an opportunity to tell you how much they love you. It doesn’t have to be forever, but do give them that chance.”
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Boulder Creek Flowers and Design Center The local entity wins points for its expertise When creating the look you want for your wedding, flowers play a huge role. A lot of money can be spent on floral arrangements so it is important to get what you want and get everything just right. The bride might want a huge bouquet of red and white roses, or a simple posy of all spring flowers. But that is only the first step. Then there are flowers for the location, displays for the reception room, boutonnieres for the groom, best man and groomsmen—and on and on. All of this takes a great deal of planning. And budget plays a huge role as well. This is where Boulder Creek Flowers comes in. In business for more than 30 years, they are not just “an ordinary retail florist.” They like to help the bride and groom create the look they want on their very special day—and within their price range. As with most florists, they have consultants who are trained to plan floral arrangements for weddings down to the last detail. Because Boulder Creek sells wholesale as well as retail, flowers can be bought from them to make up arrangements yourselves. Many people
go this route as no labor is involved and it is much less expensive. The florist will help you decide on the right flowers for the occasion, and you can have them delivered or pick them up from their store. Boulder Creek Flowers also has a large selection of glassware and floral supplies. And if you go the route of purchasing flowers from them to do your own floral arrangements, their team can help you determine “exactly how much product to order and show you some ways to save time and money when doing your own wedding work.” Manager Stacy Anders, who has been with Boulder Creek Flowers for eight years, says creams, ivories and very open lush roses are the latest trend. “It’s a shabby-chic look or antique look with soft colors, and it’s really pretty,” she says. “It’s a more natural, rustic look. | Josie Cowden
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Variety and creativity make for good partners at this unique wedding portal With more than 20 years’ experience under its belt, Peach Girl Catering knows a thing or two about weddings. With a varied assortment of foods to choose from, whether it is hors d’oeuvres, a full meal, vegetarian options, an Italian-style Tuscan platter or desserts, there is something to suite all tastes. Menus at Peach Girl are broken down into different categories, each one given a name. “Manresa,” for example offers a hearty selection of various foods such as a Chef’s Carving Station and a Pasta Station. “Sunrise,” as the name suggests, offers a delicious morning champagne buffet including Belgian waffles, eggs Benedict and an omelet station. “Sunset” is more dinner oriented, with offerings such as Virginia baked ham and poached king salmon. With so many menu ideas all laid out, the bridge and groom simply have to choose one that is good for them, keeping in mind the time of day of the wedding and budget. And whether it’s your dream location, the beach, or your own backyard, Peach Girl will help you with the right meal plan. And if you need set-
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