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THE EXCLUSIVE WEDDING ALBUM GUIDE BY 28 NORTH’S SAMMY AND JOEL KUHN

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THE BOUTONNIERE SUCCULENTS OR HERBS

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CONTENTS 6 FASHION & STYLE THROUGH THE GENERATIONS

a family's wedding tradition p.6

FOR THE GROOM: BOUTONNIERES what style is right for him p.8

FEATURE PICTURE PERFECT

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tips for an amazing wedding album p.10

THE WEDDING GUIDE STATIONERY

the complete set for your wedding p.16

what to serve to wow your guests p.18

HONEYMOONS

the top three honeymoon locations p.20

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Faye DeMore Growing up with an event planning mother,

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Faye was surrounded by the wedding industry and understood all the preparation that went into ewvents. She always loved rewarding feelings of celebration and joy at weddings, whether or not they went according to plan.

EDITOR SUSAN BARNES CREATIVE DIRECTOR MARY JANE MULLINS ART DIRECTOR COLIN JOST

Tobias Garcia After studying fashion at Savannah College of Art and Design, Tobias became a professor at his aluma mater. Tobias brings a creative and artistic touch to New Traditions. His amazing rapport with up and coming designers allows New Traditions to host local events for future brides across the country.

CONTRIBUTING WRITERS ANGELA GROTOWSKI SAM MACINTOSH NANCY MATTIA AMANDA FIGUROA EVELYN GRAY MARKETING DIRECTOR TAYNA HUNT SENIOR ACCOUNT EXECUTIVE MELISSA WESS ACCOUNT EXECUTIVE DONALD GLOVER

Maya Sinclair With a career background beginning in broadcasting for television networks, Maya recently started dabbling in print media with New Traditions. Maya is always bringing fresh and new ideas to the magazine with her delightfully energetic personality.

ADVERTISING SERVICES MINDY KALING EDITORIAL ASSISTANT KATY HOLMES MARKETING ASSISTANT CHARLIE SNIPES New Traditions is published quarterly by Valenica College Publications in coordination with Valencia's Marketing and Strategic Communications Division for approximately 46 cents an issue. Opinions expressed in this magazine do not necessarily reflect the official position of Valencia College. Valencia College provides equal opportunities and emplyment to all. Contact the Office of Human Resources and Diversity for more information.

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three generations of women share a wedding tradition

BOUTONNIERES the perfect floral arrangement to make your groom stand out

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Three generations of women said their vows while wearing the same wedding dress on their special day to keep the family tradition of long-lasting marriages, starting in 1958.

by Angela Grotowski

“It was really special,” said Delgado whose mother, Lynn Mitterholzer, saw Delgado marry in the multi-generational dress.

Delgado’s grandmother, Jane Beckdahl, purchased the dress at a store in her hometown of Mansfield, Ohio that she wore on her wedding in the April 1953. Beckdahl kept the dress stored in a closet in her home until Delgado’s mom wanted to wear it at her own wedding in late January 1981.

“I feel pleased and very honored she continued the tradition I began,” said Mitterholzer. “I hope they have as many happy years of marriage as my mother and father enjoyed together.”

Mitterholzer had a similar moment to her father when she watched Delgado, the first of her three daughters, walk down the aisle in their shared dress.

“It was breathtaking to see her in that dress and the little adjustments that she had made added a little of her own style that fit made it even more perfect,” said Mitterholzer.

The dress required a few patches of lace and slight alterations to fit Delgado. The alterations process though took three months because of the delicate nature and old age of the dress.

Delgado also wore a hand crafted veil that her grandmother created special for her mom.

She said the dress was well worth the wait.

Mitterholzer said she remembers the moment her father saw her in the wedding dress her mother wore twenty-eight years before on her own wedding day.

“My mom got a little teary-eyed looking at it and said it looked the same that it did on her wedding day years ago,” said Delgado. “My only wish was my that my grandmother was still alive to be with me today.”

“It really pulled at my heartstrings, seeing the look on his face and knowing that I was wearing the wedding dress he married his wife in and I was their only daughter,” she said.

Delgado hopes the tradition will live on through her family with future generations of women.

Nevertheless, this special dress will always have great memories for Delgado and her family.

mother and daughter share a special moment as they get ready

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Jordan Delgado, 23, walked down the aisle in the same wedding dress worn by her mother and her grandmother.

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BOUTONNIERES Try these techniques to create the perfect boutonniere for your groom and his groomsmen that makes him stand out and match your wedding style

By Sam Macintosh

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mixing textures

classic fresh blooms

use a combination of classics like spray roses and lillies to create a boutonniere to match your wedding style

earthy fragrance

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using fresh garden herbs, such as basil, sage, and rosemary can add texture and a delicious fragrance

themed combinations

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pair arrangments with your wedding colors and add rustic elements like this soft brown twine

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fresh fruit and berries

fresh berries of the season can add some fun shapes and colors to your boutonniere

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these spikey succulents and twine bring in some added texture

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CT New Traditions spoke with Joel and Sammy Kuhn from 28 North, a young couple who specializes in engagement and wedding photography, about the importance of good wedding photos for your album.

Article by Evelyn Gray Photography by 28 North

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FEATURE

YOUR PHOTO ALBUM

SHARING YOUR NEWS

Engagement photos not only provide you with a set of beautiful pictures to celebrate your news with friends and family, but they

Its a storybook of your special day that you will treasure and share with your loved ones forever. We want you to be able to look back on the moments

let you explore your adventurous side. We love taking clients beautiful locations we know will be the perfect backdrop for their individual personalities. These practice shoots

captured - the messy, quirky, and authentic moments - and fall in love all over again. We created this list to

will help you to feel at ease in front of the camera and result in a picture-perfect wedding day, as

ensure that you capture the most

you feel more comfortable and

magical moments to create an album

confident around the camera.

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FINDING THE ONE

Choosing the right photographer for you is essential, and one of the most important decisions for your day. It’s their job to preserve memories for you and your loved ones. Adventurous couples come to us looking for our creative new take on old traditions. Booking your photographer is not something to rush into - do your research, ask around, and find “the one.”

you can cherish forever.

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THE FIRST LOOK

An increasingly popular trend couples are opting to set up is a first look photo opportunity before the ceremony and away from the wedding party. Capturing this intimate experience is one of our favorite moments. The first time you lock eyes with your loved on your wedding day is a tender moment, which can be best captured in private for beautiful photographs you will have in your storybook forever. These first looks are not limited to your soon-to-be spouse, but also your parents, grandparents, or other special family members.

A heart-warming first look reaction between the grandfather and bride

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WHO, WHAT, WHERE

One of the most useful things you can do to help both your photographer and yourself is to create a timeline of the day. Communicating when and where the photos will take place and allowing plenty of time in the schedule can benefit your photographing experience. Obviously things can change on the day, but it is useful to have a running order in advance to keep things organized. A lessstressed bride is a happy bride and a happy bride makes for great wedding photos.

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PRACTICE MAKES PERFECT

You want your hair and make-up to be perfect for a flawless look throughout the day, so make sure that you have a trial run first and that you are completely happy with the results. It can prove very useful to take a camera along to your trial too, as some foundations are highly reflective. Your make-up should last all day, so put it to the test ahead of your wedding; you don’t want to find out on the day that is has faded and you have not looked your bridal best. Ensure that your make-up is waterproof too, and make a point to pack some to take along for touching up on the big day.

A couple explores a field at dusk for their engagement photoshoot

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LOCATION, LOCATION, LOCATION

When choosing your wedding venue, think about the locations of where your wedding photography could take place. Consider both in and outdoor options, since you can’t always rely on the weather. Take into account lighting during the different times of day and ensure that your photographer visits the venue ahead of time to brainstorm creative and artistic ideas special Newlyweds enjoy the private lake of their venue at sunset

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to you. We always carry our drone on us just in case the wedding location deserves a different perspective.

DELEGATION IS KEY

Stay stress-free and looking great in your pictures by getting help from others. Let someone else take care of things for you on your big day, whether it’s a coordinator, friend, or maid of honor. All questions and concerns should be directed to that specified person so you can remain calm and relaxed and only think about being beautiful and enjoying your day.

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ENJOY YOUR DAY

A lot of people get stressed about all the little details remember to relax, you can have an amazing wedding day. Just remember, this day is about you and your partner, so whatever makes the two of you happy should be the focus of the day. The best photos are those of a happy bride and groom, so just relax and enjoy every second of your special day and you will have a bunch of amazing pictures to fill your album, share with your loved ones, and look back on for a lifetime.

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Sharing a final kiss with family and friends under sparklers

all images courtesy of 28north.co

during their big day. If you follow these tips and

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the delicious desserts to wow all your guests

A GUIDE TO STATIONERY all the paper products you need for your wedding

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If you haven't realized, weddings require a lot of paper. Wedding guests require invitations and save-the-dates in order to help them plan attending your wedding long before the invite. Here is the full list for your stationery needs.

by Nancy Mattia Save-the-Date Card: Send these out if your wedding date needs special attention; if its a holiday weekend or at a destination.

These shouldn't be formal like the wedding invitation — lots of couples include photos of themselves to give these cards some personality.

Wedding Invitation: The basic stationery suite includes the main card, the reply card (or RSVP), and the self-addressed return envelopes. For the invitation, include the bride's and groom's names, the names of the hosts — normally the bride's parents, the wedding date, time, and location. You can list the reception details at the end of the invitation if you want to be economical, but the new trend is a customized package that includes all essential information, including reception cards, location or directional cards that normally come with a map, and

accommodation cards. Your special guests should also be recieving rehersal dinner cards to tell them where to be the night before the wedding.

Reception Cards: This is where you give the details about the party. The when, where, and what to know.

Accommodations Cards: List hotel options for out-of-town guests at three different price points, from low to high. If you've reserved a block of rooms, give the details here (price, dates, any booking codes).

Directions Cards: Map apps have made sending directions cards nearly obsolete, but think about sending these cards if the wedding location is remote.

Rehearsal Dinner Card: This can be informal, even playful with a theme. Or, you can include the

card about the rehearsal dinner along with the wedding invitations as a package, for those guests attending the rehearsal.

Ceremony Program: At the wedding, guests will recieve a list of the readings and music in order to get a sense of the proceedings to come. Couples often also list the names of the officiant and each member of the bridal party and their relationship to the bride or groom.

Thank You Card: One of the most important pieces of stationery is the thank you card! Plan to hand-write some personal thank you's to your guests for taking the time to celebrate with you on your special day.

Guests deserve something more original than "Thanks for the gift."

Keep track of gifts as you open them with your spouse to make sure you are personal and show your gratitude toward guests.

Finding Custom Stationery for your wedding is simple.

These companies will make stationery that gets your guests excited about your wedding with the tone of their hand-made stationery.

Wide Eyes Paper Co.

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handmade watercolor creations

by Julie and Patrick Simmons combine your own style with some fun colors, customized to your wedding wideeyespaperco.com

Odd Daughter Paper Co.

quirky and playful wedding invitations with customized illustrations by Alex LaJoy will have to be framed alongside your wedding photos odddaughterpaperco.com

Katie Fischer Designs

classy, and elegant lettering done by calligraphy specialist, Katie Fischer, will make unique, personalized invitations for a beautiful start to your wedding kfischerdesigns.com

courtesy of modletter.com

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We are seeing more and more desserts at weddings offering a wide range of yummy options. Sugary

delights are a sweet surprise for guests who are expecting the traditional vanilla cake. We interviewed

By Amanda Figuroa

Opt for Seasonal Favorites While almost everyone will enjoy a chocolate dessert any day of the year, there are some desserts that are best served during certain seasons. “We see lighter flavors like lemon and key lime in summer months,” explains Dina Silnicky of Catering by Seasons. “Spring and summer are all about citrus and stone fruit.” Dina recommends ice cream, sorbets and fruit bars for summer weddings too.

For fall and winter months, Brenton says that their dessert menu features richer and heavier desserts with warm spices like cardamom, cinnamon, and nutmeg. “Warm desserts like cobblers, crisps, pie, cookies and brownies or fall pies made with autumn fruits are on the menu during the cooler weather to warm up guests,” adds Dina.

Pass Desserts During Dancing If you expect your friends and family to spend the night on the dance floor, don’t let the party end by having them return to their seats for dessert. “Passing bite-sized desserts while your guests are on the dance floor keeps the party moving and is a fun and welcome surprise!” explains Glynis Keith of Catering By Seasons. Make sure that passed desserts are small enough to be eaten in one or two bites max, and are fingerfriendly so they don’t require any utensils. Some bite-sized desserts you may want to pass at your wedding include miniature versions of fruit pies, cheesecake, a variety of flavors of fruit tarts, mini brownies, doughnut holes, tiny cupcakes, colorful macaroons, and crispy cinnamon churro stick bites.

doughnut holes are a delicious and an easy treat to serve to your guests

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caterers across the country to find out what trendy dessert options they are serving up today.

Some fruit flavors couples may want to consider for their dessert menu include key lime, lemon with blackberry filling and strawberry.

Toast with Dessert Cocktails You don’t have to limit signature drinks to just the cocktail hour and dinner. Pick a specialty cocktail or two to serve only during dessert. “We create cocktails that parallel the fare of the evening,” explains Gayle, “as well as the personal likes and dislikes of the couple.” You can go with classics such as a Grasshopper, White Russian, and Chocolate Espresso Martini, suggests Brenton. Or pick a cocktail that matches your wedding’s color palette or theme. You can also make specialty ice cubes by freezing fresh cut fruit with fruit juices or herbs. macaroons come in a rainbow of colors to create a beautiful and tasty display at your wedding

CAN'T CHOOSE JUST ONE DESSERT? OFFER A MEDLEY!

Pies In All Shapes and Flavors Some couples favor a slice of pie over cake for their wedding dessert, and all the caterers we interviewed shared that pies are very popular in all sorts of sizes and flavors. Pie options include micro pies, pie pops and a buffet of pies for guests to choose between five or six flavors.

“Adding the option to add a scoop of vanilla bean ice cream is always a hit,” says Brenton.

Ice Cream on the Go As guests mingle around the room have waiters pass mini ice cream cones. And couples are looking beyond the classic vanilla and chocolate flavors, like unique flavors, such as avocado ice cream with wasabi sprinkles.

Another option is to serve frozen treats from an old-fashioned boardwalk ice cream cart.

New Flavors to Consider In addition to herb-infused dessert cocktails, Dina explains that herbs are now the go-to ingredients for a variety of desserts.“ Herbs such as Thai basil, lavender and verbena are now commonplace.” Alcohol and liquors are also enhancing dessert flavors in fillings, frostings and custards.”

Flavors In Several Fruity Ways Pies, sorbets and fruity fillings are some of the fruit-flavored desserts being requested at weddings. “Blood orange and compressed fruits are popping up more and are really fun to play with in new ways,” explains Brenton. Fresh fruit can be a garnish to a richer dessert, such as crème anglaise and mixed berries or a slice of pie complemented with a seasonal fruit.

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Serve a Medley at the Table If you can't decide on just one and want to offer more than one dessert, but want guests to be served at the reception table, then offer a dessert medley. “We're seeing more and more people adding a medley of other desserts to complement the cake,” says Brenton Schumacher of Pink Avocado Catering. A medley is where two different desserts are served, one to every other person, so couples seated together can get an even better expereince by trying both by eating from each other’s plate. Another version is to serve two small dessert portions on the same plate so each person, including those without a date, can try both delicious dessert items without having to share. This idea is perfect for couples who would prefer that their guests stay on the dance floor, the last hour of the reception can offer sweets served with waiters passing bite-sized desserts and after-dinner cocktails.

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BORA BORA, FRENCH POLYNESIA

These top honeymoon destinations are for

WHY GO: It's a honeymoon fantasy: crystal clear waters, picturesque mountains and a coral reef with colorful fish. No wonder it was recently voted one of the best islands in the world.

those adventurous couples who want to do more than just relax on a beach after their big day. These exotic destinations are a great start to amazing experiences and memories.

By Joe Deangelo

WHERE TO STAY: The Four Seasons Resort in Bora Bora (from $919) is located on a coral reef with a turquoise lagoon.

CHEFCHAOUEN, MOROCCO

WHAT TO DO: Helicopter around towering Mount Otemanu, then touch down on a nearby island for a tour of a indigenous black pearl farm or a vanilla bean farm.

WHY GO: For decades designers and artists have been visiting this North African city rich in history and the ability to inspire. You'll feel like you wandered onto a movie set complete with snake charmers, belly dancers, horse-drawn carriage rides andan extensive maze of markets.

PALAWAN, PHILIPPINES

WHERE TO STAY: The ancient Medina, a sultry Selman Marrakech (from $424) offers many views of the beautiful majestic Atlas Mountains.

WHERE TO STAY: Save green at the Sheridan Beach Resort and Spa (from $137), an ecoresort nestled between mountains and the West Philippine Sea.

WHAT TO DO: Visit “Love" — a large collection of posters with the word “love" individually hand scrawled on each one.

WHAT TO DO: Kayak the Puerto Princesa Underground River, one of the new Seven Wonders of Nature in the world.

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WHY GO: An unspoiled province of jaw-dropping natural waterscapes and tropical beauty.

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