2011 Bridal Guide

The Herald and News 2011

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TA B L E of CONTENTS Announcement Guidelines Announcement Forms Gowns Get Splashes of Color and Individuality Ask Carley

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BRIDESMAIDS Ten Bridesmaid Dresses By Shape 14 How To Pick Your Bridesmaids In Four Easy Steps 16 BRIDAL SHOW SECTION Schedule of Events Sponsors Map Vendors

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The Biggest Wedding Planning Mistakes (And What It’ll Cost You) 12 Creative Wedding Ideas Sweets Aren’t Made in a Day

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BUDGET BRIDE Brides on the Cost Cutting Edge Cut The Cake: 15 Ways to Reduce Wedding Expenses FITNESS Shape Up for the Big Day How To … Lose Those Last 5 Or 10 Pounds

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GROOMS CORNER The Grooms Duties: Carry Your Weight 36 The Engagement Ring: 9 Rules For Saving Money 37 Groom’s Wedding Planning Timeline 38 BRIDAL

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ANNOUNCEMENT GUIDELINES Weddings, engagements and anniversary announcements appear one time in the Saturday Connections Section of the Herald and News and online at klamathconnections. com for 30 days. Announcements should be submitted to the Herald and News by 11 a.m. on Wednesday one week before the desired date of publication. To ensure the timely publication of announcements, the Herald and News requests that notices and photos be submitted within one month after the celebration has occurred.

Anniversary, wedding and engagement notices need to be submitted on the appropriate form provided by the Herald and News, with complete information about the couple. Electronically submitted forms and photos are preferred. Forms are available on klamathconnections. com. All announcements should show that the couple has strong times to the area.

You may purchase additional copies of the Saturday edition of the Herald and News for the day your special event is published for a special reduced price of $4.00 for ten copies or $6.00 for twenty copies. Copies must be ordered and paid for the day your announcement is submitted. Be sure to stop by any day of the week after your event and pick up your copies of the paper.

Complimentary copies of the Herald and News’ Bridal Guide advertising supplement may be picked up anytime at the Herald and News, 2701 Foothills Blvd, Klamath Falls.

Should you have any questions regarding the Herald and News’ Announcements Guidelines or would like assistance with your announcement, please call 541.885.4410.

Please send quality, original photos only.

Digital photos may be e-mailed to announcements@heraldandnews.com or mailed to: Herald and News Announcements Desk 2701 Foothills Blvd, Klamath Falls, Oregon 97601 Please include a self-addressed, stamped envelope if you would like the photo returned. You may also pick up the photo directly at the Herald and News. Please call before you come to pick up a photo.

Announce your special occasion in the Herald and News and create a wonderful keepsake with a customized announcement in the Herald and News’ Saturday Connections Section and online at klamathconnections.com.

With Six different packages, you have the option to include as much detail as you want about your celebration.

A) 2-INCH ANNOUNCEMENT

C) 10-INCH ANNOUNCEMENT

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D) 14-INCH ANNOUNCEMENT

F) 30-INCH ANNOUNCEMENT

This announcement is 1 col. (1.6458”) wide x 2” high and includes up to 55 words with no photo.

COST: Free of charge

This announcement is 1 col. wide x 5.5” high and includes up to 100 words with a 1 col. x 1.75” photo.

COST: $50.00 B/W $75.00 COLOR

This announcement is 2 col. (3.4167”) wide x 5” high and includes up to 150 words with a 2 col. x 2” photo.

COST: $100.00 B/W $150.00 COLOR

This announcement is 2 col. (3.4167”) wide x 7” high and includes up to 200 words with a 2 col. x 3” photo.

COST: $175.00 B/W $225.00 COLOR

Please fill out the appropriate announcement form on the following pages and submit your photo and check or credit card authorization to: Announcements Desk 2701 Foothills Blvd Klamath Falls, OR 97603 Forms are also available online at klamathconnections.com.

For assistance or further information, please call 541.885.4410.

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This announcement is 2 col. (3.4167”) wide x 10” high and includes up to 250 words with a 2 col. x 5.5” photo.

COST: $255.00 B/W $330.00 COLOR

This announcement is 3 col. (5.1875”) wide x 10” high and includes up to 330 words with a 3 col. x 5.5” photo.

COST: $380.00 B/W $480.00 COLOR

ENGAGEMENT ANNOUNCEMENT FORM (Please fill out all that apply - Remember to print - Use another sheet of paper for the narrative submission) Electronic submission is preferred. Forms are available on klamathconnections.com Photo: Yes

No

Package/Size Choice

Cost $

Bride’s Full Name

Bride’s Parents Names

Bride’s Parents City and State of Residence

Groom’s Full Name

Groom’s Parents Names

Groom’s Parents City and State of Residence

Date of wedding ceremony Short summary of bride’s life (education and occupation)

Short summary of groom’s life (education and occupation)

THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION IS MANDATORY AND MUST BE FILLED OUT COMPLETELY TO RELEASE PUBLICATION Bride’s Full Name (Print) Bride’s Signature

Date

Address: Groom’s Full Name (Print) Groom’s Signature

Date

Address: ( ) Daytime Telephone: Bride:

( ) Groom:

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E-mail:

WEDDING ANNOUNCEMENT FORM (Please fill out all that apply - Remember to print - Use another sheet of paper for the narrative submission) Electronic submission is preferred. Forms are available on klamathconnections.com Photo: Yes

No

Package/Size Choice

Cost $

Bride’s Full Name

Bride’s Mother

Bride’s Stepfather (if applicable)

Bride’s City and State of Residence

Groom’s Mother

Groom’s Stepfather (if applicable)

Groom’s City and State of Residence

Bride given away by

Location of Reception:

Groom’s Full Name Bride’s Father Bride’s Stepmother (if applicable) Parents City and State of Residence (if different) Groom’s Father Groom’s Stepmother (if applicable) Parents City and State of Residence (if different) Date and Location of Wedding Ceremony Wedding Trip (where taken)

Short summary of bride’s life (education and occupation)

Short summary of groom’s life (education and occupation)

THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION IS MANDATORY AND MUST BE FILLED OUT COMPLETELY TO RELEASE PUBLICATION Bride’s Full Name (Print) Bride’s Signature

Date

Groom’s Full Name (Print) Groom’s Signature

Date

Couple’s Current Address: City and State: ( ) Daytime Telephone: Bride:

( ) Groom:

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E-mail:

ANNIVERSARY ANNOUNCEMENT FORM Electronic submission is preferred. Forms are available on klamathconnections.com 50th anniversary announcements receive the 5.5 inch announcement free of charge or 50% off any other package Photo: Yes

No

Package/Size Choice

Cost $

Formal Name of the Couple

City & State of Residence

Anniversary Observed (25th, 50th, etc.)

How the Anniversary was Celebrated

When & Where Event was Held:

Who Hosted the Event (relationship to couple, if applicable)

Additional Comments (i.e., special guests, etc.)

Short Summary of Wife’s Life (include maiden name, home town, career, etc.)

Short Summary of Husband’s Life (include home town, career, etc.)

Date & Location of Original Wedding

Number of Children & Grandchildren (if applicable) Is an Anniversary Trip Planned? If so, Where?

THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION IS MANDATORY AND MUST BE FILLED OUT COMPLETELY TO RELEASE PUBLICATION Signature: Address: Daytime Telephone: BRIDAL

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GOWNS GET SPLASHES OF COLOR AND INDIVIDUALITY Bridal gowns can be sexy, shapely, simple, romantic, sophisticated and wildly glamorous. The trends are fueled by the shifting winds of the culture and fashion.

In a somewhat recent development, brides are eschewing the cookie-cutter stereotypical wedding gown and onesize-fits all wedding.

“I do believe girls today do not want to look like their friends,” says Atlantabased bridal designer Anne Barge, who often offers color and print trim to set her gowns apart. “The bride wants to make the gown her own.”

Leawood, Kan., bridal consultant Michael Nolte says 80 percent of the gowns he sells in his store are personalized in some way. “It may be as simple as raising a neckline or changing a sleeve.”

Brides also may personalize their gowns with color. Think gold, apple red or champagne in the trim, lining, embroidery or shoes. They sometimes carry the same hue through in their bridesmaids’ gowns and even cakes and reception themes, says Cindi Freeburn, a New York-based public relations executive with David’s Bridal.

Brides also are venturing away from the norm with accessories such as their grandmother’s purse or custom-designed jewelry.

“Wear yellow shoes,” suggests Millie

Martini Bratten, editor in chief of Bride’s magazine. “They also may want to wear fur shrugs or wraps for the ceremony.”

A colored gown can have considerable appeal, although it’s a long way from the traditional “Father of the Bride” look of past decades.

Barge asks brides to “think outside the white gown box.” Champagne, taupe, pale pink and brown are strong possibilities. In Asia, red is the traditional color for weddings.

Another factor affecting styling is the increasing popularity among couples of flying off to an island or hilltop to say their vows. It’s not always easy to wrestle a ball gown with a voluminous skirt into a suitcase.

So designers are pumping up the quota of narrow silhouettes in soft, lightweight drapeable fabrics that look pretty on a beach or mountain. Silk organza, charmeuse and Irish linen are favorites.

As for other important trends, the strapless bodice is the most common image seen in magazines and on Web sites.

“I don’t know of any trend that has had such a hold on the market,” says Barge, who considers bare the mark of a modern dress.

“Bare is definitely there,” adds Freeburn. “It’s the major trend.”

By Jackie White Distributed by Knight Ridder/Tribune Information Services.

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GOWN-BUYIN G T I P S • Don’t take more than one person to shop with you. You’ll get confused by advice from many voices.

• Research the Internet and magazines before you go to a store. Get an idea of what’s out there and what it costs.

• Keep an open mind. Remember that what might look wonderful on a Hollywood starlet or even your best friend may not be right for your body.

• Be open to color, especially in trims and embroidery.

• Go to a store with a wide range of sizes. You’ll feel much better trying on a dress as close to your size as possible.

• Set a budget and tell the consultant at the store what you can spend.

• If you fall in love with a gown out of your price range, ask to see the store’s mark down rack.

• If the dress you love is too expensive, consider having a dressmaker copy it in a different fabric or look for similar dresses in a lower price range. Bridal companies make many dresses in different fabrics or with fewer details to control prices.

• Make sure you have the right foundation garments, usually a longline strapless bra.

• If you want lots of attention when you are shopping, schedule a weekday appointment when fewer people are in the store. If you need less attention, go on weekends when sales associates are busier.

• Finally, make sure you have the right man, adds designer Anne Barge. The event is all about marriage, not the wedding.

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If you have your heart set on a specific wedding or bridesmaids dress, ask local vendors if they can order it. Bring your magazine tear outs to Royal touch and they’ll set to task finding it and ordering it for you.

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Ask Carley

Pulling off a wedding-reception after-party

Q A

How does a wedding-reception after-party work?

Do you have any planning pointers?

The best thing about a wedding-reception after-party is that there really are no rules. The planning and execution are entirely up to you.

That said, the one etiquette must is inviting all of your wedding guests. A majority of them (like your parents’ friends) probably won’t attend, but they’ll appreciate the offer.

In terms of planning, you can host an open-bar gathering in another room at your reception site, reserve a space or a few tables at your favorite bar or lounge in advance, or make it more of a spontaneous, let’s-keep-the-party-going affair.

Start and end times are entirely your call, too.

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Is it OK to have a male bridesmaid?

Can I have a male bridesmaid? With the exception of one girlfriend, all of my close friends are guys. What am I supposed to do about the bridal shower, the bachelorette party and, most importantly, the wedding party? Also, my fiance and I share many of the same friends, with only a few exceptions.

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If you’re set on a bridal shower, perhaps your mom or another female relative can plan and host it. (You may have heard that this is a no-no, but these days, it’s no longer a faux pas for the bride’s mom to throw the shower.) You might also consider a couple shower for you and your fiance. You can invite all your male pals to that party.

For your bachelorette party, why not just go out with your close girlfriend for dinner and drinks? As far as the wedding party goes, there’s no rule that says the bride must have all

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female attendants -- or any females at all, for that matter. You can definitely choose male pals to stand up for you.

If you and your groom share friends, decide between yourselves who will stand where. When you really think about it, all the attendants stand for both of you, right? Just make sure all the guys wear matching formalwear.

Telling close friends you want a family-only wedding party

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I’ve decided to have a family-only wedding party. I know some friends expect to be bridesmaids and will be hurt, but should I even address it? How can I show them that they’re still really important to me?

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This is a tough one, and brides-to-be have long debated whether they should even say something to girlfriends who assumed they’d be bridesmaids. We say: Better to let them down gently. Be open and honest about your decision to have a family-only wedding party (no matter the reason) instead of ignoring the fact that your best friends may have pictured themselves standing by your side on your wedding day.

If you’re looking for ways to involve them, ask them to read at the ceremony or give toasts at the reception. And find another way to honor them, maybe with a rose at either.

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Choose flower girl for maturity, not age

Is a 2-year-old too young to be a flower girl? Both her parents are in the wedding party, which I believe would make it easier on her.

There’s really no age limit, because maturity levels can vary greatly from child to child.

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in their ceremonies because their actions can be, well, unpredictable. But others find it adds a charming touch when their precious flower girl decides to chomp on a few rose petals rather than throw them.

If you’re worried about how the flower girl will act at your wedding, you’d be better off choosing a child who is a few years older. If you’re going to choose a toddler, though, it’s always best if she can set her sights on Mom and Dad up at the altar and walk toward them. It’ll definitely make things easier if her parents are both in the wedding party.

You also could have her walk down the aisle holding her mom’s hand during the processional, or have her dad walk with them and meet the other groomsmen at the altar. You may want to make sure that when your little petal-tosser finishes her walk, she sits with an assigned relative (grandma and grandpa) for the remainder of the ceremony.

Moving beyond the menu-reception standbys

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We’ve been to a lot of weddings this year with the same old reception-dinner choices: chicken or beef, and chicken or beef. Are there any reception-entree choices out there that are a little more unconventional (but not so exotic that our less-adventurous guests will go hungry)?

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There’s no reason to plan your reception menu around the old standbys, especially when there’s a world of options out there that will please the palates of even your most picky partiers.

When it comes to planning your reception menu, think outside the normal continental cuisine and look for inspiration elsewhere. Do you have any time-honored family recipes that you love? See whether your caterer can incorporate an upscale take on your aunt’s famous ravioli, or include your great-grandpa’s gingersnaps into your dessert options.

Have the two of you traveled places together and discovered cultural cuisine that you love? You can add new life to any entree option -- yes, even chicken and beef -- by presenting it in a new way, whether it’s an Indian-influenced curry sauce or a Jamaican jerk chicken.

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Adding cute captions to your menu cards will clue in your guests to the sweet significance of your choices. And even if you decide to stick to traditional entrees, don’t be afraid to go out on a limb with appetizers and sides. Unconventional accents, from sushi bars to raw bars and martini bars, are a major wedding trend, and one we’re glad to see.

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BRIDESMAIDS TEN BRIDESMAID DRESSES BY SHAPE

by Justine Lorelle Blanchard

A ONE-SHOULDER COCKTAIL DRESS Who it’s for: Your pear-shaped bridesmaid Your friends with shapelier hips will love a one-shoulder dress with an eye-catching strap and sweetheart neckline to draw the eye up and away from any trouble spots below.

Don’t make her wear this if she: is super busty.

A STRAPLESS A-LINE DRESS Who it’s for: Your stick-thin bridesmaid Give her some feminine curves with a ruffled, waist-cinching strapless number that fills out from the waist down.

Don’t make her wear this if she: already has curves to spare.

A ONE-SHOULDER FLARED DRESS Who it’s for: Your petite bridesmaid Add height to your shorter bridesmaids with a daring aboveknee skirt and one-shouldered neckline.

Don’t make her wear this if she: hates to show off her legs.

A STRAPLESS SWEETHEART DRESS Who it’s for: Your small-busted bridesmaid For girls who don’t have a lot going on up top, a sweetheart neckline will make a smaller bust appear shapelier.

Don’t make her wear this if she: needs more support up top.

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A TEA-LENGTH HALTER DRESS

A halter dress will complement an hourglass figure

Who it’s for: Your hourglassshaped bridesmaid Complement an hourglass figure with a halter dress with flared skirt and cinched waist.

Don’t make her wear this if she: is petite.

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ou want your maids to look their best as they strut down the aisle. Why not pick a dress that flatters each girl’s individual shape? Here are the best new bridesmaid dresses to suit every body type.

A one-shoulder flared dress will look great on your petite bridesmaid.

A FLOOR-LENGTH COLUMN DRESS Who it’s for: Your tall bridesmaid Play up her model-esque figure with a long, floaty gown.

Don’t make her wear this if she: is apple-shaped.

A CINCHED V-NECK DRESS Who it’s for: Your full-figured bridesmaid A V-neckline and a sash at the waist will give her support up top while cinching in the waist. Be bold with a pale color, like blush or soft pink.

Don’t make her wear this if she: carries all her weight in her hips.

BRIDESMAIDS TEN BRIDESMAID DRESSES BY SHAPE

Who it’s for: Your tummyconscious bridesmaid A ruffled neckline top and a curvehugging pencil skirt in a dark material will draw the eye away from her middle.

Don’t make her wear this if she: is self-conscious about her upper arms.

Give her a chic cover-up in a structured bolero paired with a slimming taffeta sheath.

Don’t make her wear this if she: doesn’t have a defined waist.

A CLASSIC A-LINE DRESS

A SWEETHEART DRESS WITH BOLERO

Who it’s for: Almost any bridesmaid You’ll be hard-pressed to find a bridesmaid that this dress doesn’t flatter. An A-line silhouette and spaghetti straps on a dress make a universally perfect design.

Who it’s for: Your arm-conscious bridesmaid

Distributed by McClatchy-Tribune Information Services.

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A ONE-SHOULDER BLOUSE AND PENCIL SKIRT

A strapless sweetheart dress will make a smaller bust appear shapelier

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BRIDESMAIDS HOW TO PICK YOUR BRIDESMAIDS IN FOUR EASY STEPS Distributed by McClatchy-Tribune Information Services.

You’re marrying the guy of your dreams, and you couldn’t be more prepared: You know the exact dress you want, which flowers will make up your bouquet, and even who your DJ will be.

But what about your bridesmaid roster? Sure, you’ve probably had a rough lineup in mind even before he popped the question, but a lot more goes into picking your bridesmaids than who looks good in pink. Follow these four steps before officially extending any bridal party invites.

Step 1: Don’t Give in to Pressure

Step 3: Assess Her Situation

So what if you were a bridesmaid at her wedding, or she made you promise to make her your maid of honor when you were in the fifth grade? There’s no such thing as a guaranteed spot in someone’s wedding _ yours included. (This also goes for anyone your mom or future mother-in-law would like to see added!) You and your bridesmaids will be spending a lot of time together during the planning process, and you will want your best girls prepping you to walk down the aisle on your big day. As you pick your attendants, follow your heart, but don’t lose your head. If someone isn’t a good fit and you know it, don’t fill a spot to make someone else happy. Remember, it’s your day.

Is your best friend already committed to be in two other weddings this year? Maybe she’s working two jobs or finishing grad school? If this sounds like one of your possible picks, believe it or not, she might be a much happier guest. Being a bridesmaid is not an easy, or cheap, job (think: dress fittings, bachelorette parties, showers, etc.). Maybe now isn’t the time to ask her to buy a pricey dress and chip in for the bridal shower.

The same goes for family members or close friends with small children. There are other ways to include them in a special way without asking so much of them.

You still need someone to monitor the guest book and hand out programs at the ceremony, don’t you? If you’re not sure, you can always have a chat with them before extending official invitations to find out what they prefer.

Step 2: Sleep on It

We know there’s no stopping you from calling the girls immediately after the big proposal _ we’re probably talking about a matter of seconds here _ but you should avoid dropping the “b” word too soon. Gush all you want about how he stumbled over his words, or dropped down on bended knee, but whatever you do, be sure the word “bridesmaid” is kept out of the conversation. If you act impulsively and make the offer too soon, you run the risk of possibly regretting it later, or committing to an arrangement that will put a damper on your wedding day (like offering the maid of honor role to your fiance’s sister instead of your best friend because it seemed like the “right thing to do”). Once you’ve slept on it, you’ll have a better idea of what you truly want. Keep in mind, while you can always ask someone to be in your wedding, kicking them out is not so easy.

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Step 4: Think About the Group as a Whole

Are your close friends also friends with each other? Like it or not, you may have to break up the group in order to keep the peace at your wedding! Instead of asking two feuding friends to be bridesmaids, try assigning them other roles in the ceremony that they’ll enjoy just as much, like reading a poem or religious passage, or perhaps even performing a special song. (The same goes for relatives who are at odds or ex-coworkers who parted under bad circumstances.)

Otherwise, you can’t expect two people who don’t get along any other day to magically let bygones be bygones for your wedding. It’s a nice idea, but it’s not always realistic. If they’re going to pull off events like your bachelorette party and bridal shower drama-free, your bridesmaids will need to work well together.

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Klamath County 2011 Bridal & Event Show Sunday, February 13, 2011 The Running Y Ranch 11:00 am to 4:00 pm

Presented By: Party Time Events, the Running Y Ranch and the Herald and News BRIDAL

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Welcome to the 2011 Klamath County Bridal & Event Show This year’s Klamath County Bridal & Event Show is brought to you by Party Time Events, the Running Y Ranch and the Herald and News. We are excited to provide an exciting yet affordable venue showcasing the area’s top wedding professionals.

Our bridal show is a great opportunity to discover the best options to make your dream wedding come true. Let our trust-worthy wedding professionals help you shop for the best wedding planning values, products and services to suit your own unique style and budget—all in one relaxed and stress-free location. You’ll be able to meet one-on-one with caterers, florists, photographers, music and entertainment professionals, jewelers, bridal gown and tuxedo shops, hair & makeup professionals and more to discuss in detail the plans for your special day. Have fun while you preview new ideas, see the latest styles and trends and shop in one convenient location. The show also features mini-sessions, live fashion shows, demonstrations and exciting prize giveaways!

Delight in all the sights, sounds and tastes that will help create a sensational wedding day. If you’re just starting with wedding details or looking for last minute ideas, you’ll find what you need at this year’s show. Thank you for coming and enjoy your day discovering the best options to make your dream wedding come true!

Schedule of Events 11:00 AM

Doors Open

MINI SESSION & SHOW SCHEDULE:

1:20 PM

Simply Elegant (Booth 15)

1:40 PM

New Discoveries (Booth 13)

2:00 PM

Fashion Show, featuring the latest,

most beautiful bridal gowns and formal

wear for your entire bridal party

(brought to you by Cordially Invited

and Bogatay’s Tuxedo’s)

3:00 PM

Sherm’s Thunderbird (Booth 5)

3:20 PM

Avalon Salon & Spa (Booth 2)

11:00 AM

Cruise Planners (Booth 20)

11:20 AM

Pure Skin Care (Booth 7)

11:40 AM

Red Rooster (Booth 12)

12:00 PM

Pure Romance (Booth 24)

12:20 PM

County Cork (Booth 19)

12:40 PM

Mary K (Booth 8)

3:40 PM

Wyatts American Eatery (Booth 3)

1:00 PM

Main St. Jewelers (Booth 14)

4:00 PM

End of Show…Thank you for Coming!

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Party Time Events would like to thank the Klamath Basin for their ongoing loyalty and allowing us to create events that become memories of a lifetime! We are a 4th generation, locally owned and operated family business. The business began in 1989 in the basement of our home after being approached by Harry’s mother Fonda about starting a party and wedding supply store to compliment her very popular cakes and pastries that Fonda and Harry Sr. operated for over 20 years. We quickly grew out of our small basement setup and established a storefront business in 1994 on 5143 South Street, Klamath Falls, where you can still find us today.

Party Time Events is the premier rental location for weddings, receptions, company parties, birthday and anniversary celebrations, fundraisers and more. Whatever it is you’d like to celebrate, Party Time Events can help turn that vision into reality.

We will continue to provide Southern Oregon with the quality service and professionalism we have been delivering for over 22 years. We look forward to seeing you at this year’s Klamath County Bridal Event & Show at the Running Y. Thank You from our family at Party Time Events!

Carol, Harry, Jeff, Tiffany, Darlena, Stacey, Matt, Dave and our Jr. Party Event Specialists Mya and Koy!

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The Running Y Ranch is thrilled to be the location for this year’s Klamath County Bridal & Event Show. We hope you take this opportunity to meet one on one with the area’s finest wedding professionals, and of course, experience what your day could be like if you select this special site for your wedding. The Running Y Ranch has blossomed to become a premier location for weddings and receptions. We offer a variety of packages, from small intimate receptions for close friends and families to grand affairs up to five hundred people. Whatever style or size wedding you seek, we can help you make that dream day come true. Visit our booth today and learn more about our spectacular wedding and reception venues and packages. Enjoy your day!

Herald and News

• Herald andto have News The Herald and News is thrilled teamed up with Party Time

Events and the Running Y Ranch to bring you Klamath County’s premier Bridal Show. For many brides, the details of planning a wedding can be overwhelming— especially if you are trying to do it yourself. And we know – the process is much more difficult when you don’t know where to start, what to do, or where to go for the information you need to plan your Southern Oregon wedding. We hope our 2011 Bridal Guide helps you as your wedding planning process begins, answers many of your wedding planning questions and helps ensure a successful wedding day.

This Guide is made possible by the support of our advertisers. When planning your wedding, be sure to patronize these great establishments to ensure that your wedding is as perfect as you’ve always dreamed! Also, be sure to get your engagement and wedding story published in the Herald and News!

You’ll find all the forms and information you need on www.klamathconnections.com.

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MAP Running Y Conference Center

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Booth 1: M’Bellish Booth 2: Avalon Salon Booth 3: Wyatts American Eatery Booth 4: Nu U’ Laser Booth 5: Sherm’s Thunderbird Booth 6: Craig Douglas Photography Booth 7: Pure Skin Care Booth 8: Mary K Booth 9: Running Y Ranch

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Booth 10: 9th Street Venue Booth 11: Ultimate Sound Booth 12: Red Rooster Booth 13: New Discoveries Booth 14: Main St. Jewelers Booth 15: Simply Elegant Booth 16: Bogatay’s Tuxedo Booth 17: Fit N Trim Booth 18: Estilo Hair Studio BRIDAL

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Booth 19: County Cork Booth 20: Cruise Planners Booth 21: Adams Images by Kristi Booth 22: Holliday Jewelry Booth 23: Cordially Invited Booth 24: Pure Romance DJ Booth: One Way Entertainment Foyer: Party Time Events, Herald and News, Above and Beyond Catering

VENDOR LIST Booth 1:

Booth 5:

mbellishonmain.com

shermsmarkets.com

M’Bellish 522 Main St Klamath Falls, OR 97601 541.884.4361

Sherm’s Thunderbird 1877 Avalon Street Klamath Falls, OR 97603 541.884.1758

Booth 2:

Booth 6:

klamathfallsspa.com

craigdouglasphoto.com

Avalon Salon 2650 Washburn Way # 130 Klamath Falls, OR 97603 541.884.2800

Craig Douglas Photography 1330 Main St Klamath Falls, OR 97601 541.884.2885

Booth 3:

Booth 7:

runningy.com/Amenities

pureskincare1.com

Booth 4:

Booth 8:

Wyatts American Eatery Pure Skin Care 621 Klamath Ave. 5417 Running Y Rd, Klamath Falls, OR 97601 Klamath Falls, OR 97601 Middle 541.891.5044 541.205.5005

Nu U Laser Aesthetic & Vein 2900 Daggett Ave Klamath Falls, OR 97601 541.887.8151

Mary K 4348 Homedale Road Klamath Falls, OR 97603 541.882.8514

marykay.com

Booth 9:

Booth 12:

Running Y 5500 Running Y Road Klamath Falls, OR 97601 541.850.5500

Red Rooster 3608 South 6th Street Klamath Falls, OR 97603 541.205.6420

runningy.com

Booth 10: 9th Street Venue 829 Klamath Avenue Klamath Falls, OR 97601 541.891.7915

Booth 11: Ultimate Sound Dan and Penny Nelson Phone 541-508-1210

www.ultimatesound.info info@ultimatesound.info

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Booth 13: New Discoveries Debby Curran 541.882.3933

Booth 14: Main St. Jewelers 701 Main Street Klamath Falls, OR 97601 Phone: 541.884.1077

www.mainstjewelers.com

Booth 15:

Booth 18:

Simply Elegant Klamath Falls, OR 97601 541.591.3351

Estilo Hair Studio, 2542 Shasta Way Klamath Falls, OR 97601 541.882.3447

Booth 16: Bogatay’s Tuxedo 119 South 8th Street Klamath Falls, OR 97601 541.884.8811

Booth 17: Fit N Trim 541.331.2375 541.274.1150

www.fitntrim.tsfl.com

Booth 19: County Cork 14141 Falvey Road Merrill, OR 97633 541.798.5096

countycorkcollectibles.com

Booth 20: Cruise Planners Klamath Falls, OR 541.205.3152

www.cruiseplanners.me

Booth 21:

DJ Booth:

www.adamsimagesbykristi.com Kristi@adamsimagesbykristi.com

One Way Entertainment (DJ Services) Dave Davenport 541.331.1432

Booth 22:

Foyer:

www.hollidayjewelry.com

Party Time Events 5143 South 6th Street Klamath Falls, OR 541.884.0114

Adams Images by Kristi 541.882.4617 or 916.622.8615

Holliday Jewelry Klamath Falls, OR 97603 541.884.9033

www.powerpacrentals.com

Booth 23:

Cordially Invited 370 SE 3rd St Bend, OR 97702 541.330.8887

Above & Beyond Catering Running Y Ranch Klamath Falls, OR 97601 541.884.0114

Booth 24:

Herald and News 2701 Foothills Boulevard Klamath Falls, OR 97601 541.885.4410

www.cordiallyinvitedbridal.net

Pure Romance Merrill, OR 541.891.6746

www.terrirobinette.pureromance.com

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www.heraldandnews.com

The wedding attire featured at this year’s Klamath County Bridal & Event Show is presented by:

Cordially Invited & Bogatay’s Tuxedos Cordially Invited has been helping Oregon brides find the dress they have always wanted for over ten years. The Bend, Oregon store carries an extensive selection of informal, traditional, fashion forward, couture and destination style wedding gowns, as well as a great selection of dresses for flower girls and brides maids, shoes, veils and jewelry.

At Bogatay’s Tuxedos Rentals and Sales, you’ll find an extensive in-store selection of the latest styles and classic looks. Tuxedo and suit rentals, accessories and custom fittings available.

For personalized service, visit Bogatay’s Tuxedos in downtown Klamath Falls.

Cordially Invited 370 SE 3rd St., Bend, OR 97702 Phone: 541.330.8887

Bogatay’s Tuxedo 119 South 8th Street Klamath Falls, OR 97601 Phone: 541.884.8811

www.cordiallyinvitedbridal.net

Thank you for coming!

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Details Every Bride Forgets

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By Justine Lorelle Blanchard

Think you’ve got it all covered?

Think again. We’re betting there are at least a couple items on this list you missed.

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Pack a wedding night bag: You’ve micromanaged every detail of your wedding day — but what about your wedding night?

Put together an overnight bag packed with toiletries, sexy lingerie and clothes for the next morning. Then ask a bridesmaid to drop it for you at your wedding night room.

4

Eat dinner (and cake!):

Remember all that time you spent deliberating over tastings and miniature portions of cake? Put someone in charge (your wedding planner, maid of honor, or a close family member are all great choices) of making you and your groom plates of food (if it’s a buffet) and then reminding you to actually eat it. At the very least, ask your caterer about preparing a togo box (complete with a slice of cake) for you to share after the reception.

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Bring extra cash:

Whether it’s tipping your hairstylist, the band, or the hotel bellhop, you’ll want to have some extra cash (including singles) on hand.

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Write your

Get international

travel documents: Don’t get so excited for that honeymoon to Europe that you forget the basics. Check with your airline as soon as you book your flights to make sure you have all the documentation you need. It can take up to a few months to get a passport, so start early.

Pack an emergency kit:

Buy a cake-cutting set:

Considering what a big photo op the cake cutting is, you’ll want to have something a little nicer than a plastic spatula. Buy a set or see if a family member or friend will lend you theirs — and (a la your “something borrowed”) don’t forget to return it.

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Bring your cell-phone

charger: You’re going to get a bunch of calls on your wedding day from frazzled guests, lost vendors and anxious family members who need fast answers. Make sure your phone is fully charged — and then put someone else in charge of answering it.

Ask local businesses if they have bridal registries.

M’Bellish downtown and At Home on Hope St on Hope street are two local businesses that do. Don’t forget to register for a cake-cutting set!

Spice up your wedding night with lingerie from Kijos Boutique on South 6th street.

thank-you speech: While you don’t have to give a full public address, it is nice to say a few words at the reception to thank parents, bridal party members, and anyone else who supported you through life. Take an hour or so to jot down a few thoughts to make sure you don’t forget anyone.

Head off any day-of issues by putting together an emergency kit with bobby pins, a sewing kit, safety pins, clear nail polish, extra hose, bandages, aspirin, antacids, tissues and anything else you think you might need. Even better, ask a bridesmaid to do this for you.

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Create a weekend

itinerary: Just because you know the schedule doesn’t mean everyone else does. Make sure your family, bridal party and out-of-town guests know where to be when. This will save you a ton of phone calls on the day of, too!

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Tell family about

reserved seating: It won’t matter how cute your “Reserved” sign is if your family doesn’t know the seats are meant for them. Have your wedding planner or bridal party help spread the word.

Distributed by McClatchy-Tribune Information Services.

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Indoor or Outdoor... Spring or Fall...

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Let Party Time Events assist you with our knowledge of event equipment, logistics, and our unmatched inventory of party rental equipment to make your vision a reality.

• Tables and Chairs • Arches • Candelabras • Champagne Fountains • Dance Floors

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Call today to set up a Free Event Consultation 541-884-0114

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T H E B I G G E S T W E D D I N G P L A N N I N G M I S TA K E S ( A N D W H AT I T ’ L L C O S T Y O U )

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any brides start planning their wedding the second the ring is on their finger, but rushing your decisions can cost you big time.

Here are five common planning mistakes and how to avoid them so you don’t lose sight of your budget (or your mind!).

M I S TA K E N O . 1 :

Asking all your friends to be in your bridal party the second you get engaged OK, we know you’re excited, but putting your whole sorority house in the wedding party will run you a major tab.

What it’ll cost you: Bridesmaid bouquets aren’t cheap. The average price of a wedding bouquet is around $75, so you probably can’t afford to buy one for every woman you’ve ever known.

How to avoid it: Don’t ask anyone to be in your wedding more than six months out, and determine the number of people you ask by what your budget allows, not by your

cell phone contact list. If anyone hassles you about not being asked, just explain that you’re so excited to have them support you as a wedding guest — and change the subject.

M I S TA K E N O . 2 :

Throwing a backyard wedding It seems nice, right? A quaint celebration in the comfort of your own home — or better yet, your childhood home. But here’s an uncomfortable thought: the cost of wedding rentals!

What it’ll cost you: Combine the cost of a table and eight chairs (up to around $75 per set) with linens ($2 to $3 per chair cover and around $20 per tablecloth) plus set-up and delivery fees, not to mention a tent in case of bad weather (around $900) and a dance floor (up to $2,000), and your “small wedding” budget just jumped almost $4,000. (And we haven’t even mentioned the caterer!)

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How to avoid it: Unless you happen to have access to a bunch of banquet tables and chairs, it might be worth your money to book a reception hall. Many hotels and local venues will throw tables, chairs, and even linens into your wedding package — a major savings!

M I S TA K E N O . 3 :

DIY-ing your wedding invitations You’re just as crafty as any other bride, so why not put your personal touch on your wedding stationery?

Turns out, if you don’t do your research first, we have a lot of reasons why you shouldn’t.

What it’ll cost you: Let’s say you have 100 wedding guests.

Purchasing the paper for the invitations and save-the-dates, pocketfolds, envelopes, inserts, reply cards, plus printing and shipping fees can run you well over several hundred dollars. And that’s not counting any redos in case you make a mistake!

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How to avoid it: Instead of starting from scratch, look into buying DIY kits sold at craft stores. You’ll get the same personalized feeling at a lower cost, plus you’ll be saving on time as well as money!

M I S TA K E N O . 4 :

Buying a wedding dress online When you’re looking at a gorgeous wedding dress online, the “purchase now” button can become mighty tempting. But if it’s a gown you’ve never tried on (or even seen in person!), you should take a breather before you buy.

What it’ll cost you: There’s no way to know what a dress will really look like on you until you’ve tried it on.

If the dress that arrives isn’t as lovely as you thought, you could be stuck with an expensive gown you’ll never wear. Even if you like the dress, unexpected fitting problems could mean hundreds of dollars in alterations alone.

Have it your way ~ Uncompromising quality at a price you can afford.

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900 Main Street Artist on Premises www.MarkLondonDesign.com 541 850-GOLD (4653)

How to avoid it: Two words: return policy. Triple check that the website you’re ordering from lets you return dresses if they aren’t as stunning on screen. Better yet, go to a bridal salon and first find the dress you like and then scour online for the cheaper deal.

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M I S TA K E N O . 5 :

Choosing out-of-season flowers Before you set your heart on those frilly peonies or lily of the valley for your fall wedding, keep one thing in mind: your budget.

What it’ll cost you: The average cost of wedding flowers is around $700, but when you start incorporating out-of-season blooms, which often have to be flown into your location, the price will leap.

How to avoid it: Again, research is key. Ask your florist which blooms are in season or locally available during the time of your wedding to cut down on costs. And unless you’re really set on a particular flower, ask if there is another (cheaper) bloom that can stand in its place (Hint: Tightly clustered carnations can mimic pricier hydrangeas for a fraction of the cost!).

By Justine Lorelle Blanchard Distributed by McClatchy-Tribune Information Services

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12 CREATIVE WEDDING IDEAS SET UP A BEVERAGE TABLE

As guests arrive at the ceremony, have a table set up with pitchers of iced tea, lemonade, or even just ice water with slices of cucumber for everyone to enjoy while they wait for the ceremony to start.

TRY NONTRADITIONAL SEATING

Draw inspiration from Shakespeare’s theater in the round and seat guests in a circle around the altar. Everyone will have a great seat, and you’ll feel surrounded by love.

MAKE HANDKERCHIEF PROGRAMS

Turn your ceremony programs into sentimental favors by having them silk-screened onto vintage handkerchiefs. Or if it won’t fit just print your names and the date instead.

SKIP STANDARD PROGRAMS

GIVE FAVORS AT THE CEREMONY

Who says you have to wait until the end of the night to hand out favors? Leave small favors on the ceremony chairs instead.

PLAY UP THE EXIT

Turn your ceremony exit into an event by passing out ribbon streamers, eco-friendly confetti, or even party poppers to get guests in on the act.

GIVE GUESTS MUSICAL DIRECTION

Hire a local band to lead your guests from the ceremony to the reception. If the reception is not within walking distance, have the band start playing as soon as the ceremony is over to escort guests to their cars.

INCORPORATE YOUR TRADITIONS

Nix the paper programs in lieu of a classic chalkboard detailing the ceremony events.

Put your own spin on ceremony traditions. For instance, write love notes to each other and box them up with a bottle of wine to open and enjoy on your 10th anniversary.

LAY OUT A RUG RUNNER

CARRY AN UNEXPECTED BOUQUET

Bring a touch of the indoors to an outdoor wedding by using woven rugs as your aisle runner.

CREATE AN ALTAR BACKDROP

For a subtle infusion of personality, create a custom backdrop for your altar. Ribbons, patchwork quilts, or swaths of fabric all make lovely, inexpensive options.

For a twist on a traditional wedding bouquet, swap out a floral cluster for a dramatic bunch of paper or fabric flowers in bright colors.

USE CREATIVE MATERIALS FOR YOUR ARCH

Construct yours out of anything from hockey sticks to scrap metal.

Distributed by McClatchy-Tribune Information Services

TIPS FOR AN ORIGAMI BOUQUET If you are going to attempt to create your own Origami bouquet consider these tips: • Origami paper comes in sizes and patterns. For a realistic feel look for paper specifically designed for flower creation.

• Alternately, cut out squares from your favorite wrapping paper. Standard weight paper can be too thick for advanced constructions.

• Start out with simpler creations so you don’t get frustrated early on. Build up to the flower design you desire and practice, practice, practice.

Photo by ~Bani~ Flickr.com

This lily is a simpler construction, yet beautiful in colorful clusters.

ANOTHER UNUSUAL BOUQUET IDEA Use vintage brooches collected from antique stores, or passed down from family members. Start collecting early to avoid last minute panic!

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Sweets Aren’t Made in a Day Y

ou could have a white, round wedding cake, if you really wanted that. But why would you?

You want that icing to match your wedding gown or mimic a ballroom ceiling? Done.

You want brown ribbons tied around each layer? Again, done.

Wedding cake designs become more elaborate every year, transforming wedding cake bakers into artists of the batter who use paintbrushes and airbrushes, crimpers, stencils, extruders and edible gold to decorate their creations. “It’s really more of a work of art than just a cake,” says Caren Bittiker, owner of Caren’s Cakes in Carrollton, Mo., a wedding cake maker for 25 years. “I think the cake is becoming more important at the reception than it used to be. People would just have the cake because it was tradition. But people are really paying attention to how it looks and how it tastes.”

Unique trumps traditional when it comes to the cake because today’s brides, slightly older than in yesteryear, are savvier and more creative.

Brides “don’t want theirs to be like the 42 weddings they went to last year,” says Lynn Phelps, owner of Petit Four Custom Cakes and Catering in Greenwood in Jackson County, Mo. Brides scout ideas in bridal and celebrity magazines and on the Internet, where they see cakes dressed

At the

Great Western Hall...

Say “I do” at the

in applique-like icing, fondant ribbons that look strikingly like grosgrain and gum-paste flowers so realistic you’re tempted to stop and smell.

“I think it’s going more toward the non-traditional,” says Jennifer Miller, owner of Executive Catering in Lenexa, Kan. “And I’m also seeing a lot more color in cakes. I just had a bride come in wanting pink and black. People want vibrant colors.”

The inside of the wedding cake has gotten just as creative as the outside.

Though local bakers say white cake reigns as the No. 1 choice among their clients, that’s only the beginning of what’s available today: carrot cake, butter pecan, chocolate mousse.

Design wise, brides are showing a preference for stacked rather than tiered cakes. The layers of a stacked cake sit directly on top of one another like a birthday cake. The layers of a tiered cake are typically separated by columns.

But just because they’re stacked doesn’t mean the layers are always straight. Some brides are charmed by the look of the topsy-turvy cake, with layers slanted at varying angles. It looks like something you’d see at the Mad Hatter’s tea party. Something new for the bride. And something old? The old-fashioned bride-and-groom toppers aren’t as popular, either. Monogram initials, some studded with crystals, are the look of the moment.

Knowing how much cake to order can be tricky. Rice suggests that if the couple is throwing a cake-and-punchonly reception, they order a slice for every guest and at least 25 extra. If food and alcohol are on the menu, “you don’t need that much,” she says. “You could probably sacrifice 50 servings less than what your RSVPs call for.”

And there’s another crucial decision: Who will cut the cake? Many bakers will do it for a fee, which might be $50 or more.

“We know what we’re doing,” says Rice of Iced Art. “We’re not going to totally annihilate the cake. It’s not going to fall over in front of your guests. I have had brides getting back to me saying, `My aunt just totally demolished my cake.’

“They weren’t mad or anything. It just looked like a pile of crumbs.”

By Lisa Gutierrez Distributed by Knight Ridder/Tribune Information Services.

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The popularity of the groom’s cake is riding high at the moment. Chocolate is the most popular flavor. Jacque Delmont has made groom’s cakes shaped like log cabins and airplanes.

Michelle Rice once customized a cake to look like a fax machine. Creativity costs, which catches some brides by surprise when they approach a baker with a picture of a cake they’ve seen somewhere else. Wedding cakes, made in stages, are not made in a day.

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CAKE TALK

Buttercream: A traditional wedding cake icing made primarily of butter and confectioners’ sugar or sugar. It is rich, creamy and easily colored. Because buttercream has a tendency to melt in heat, it is often not recommended for outdoor weddings.

Dummy layer: A faux cake layer usually made of Styrofoam but decorated like the rest of the cake.

Fondant: A smooth, malleable icing made of gelatin, confectioners’ sugar and water. It is rolled out, like dough, then laid over the cake; rounded edges are often a sign of a fondant cake.

Ganache: A rich icing made of chocolate and cream heated and stirred together; used also as a cake filling.

Gum paste: A type of paste made from gelatin, corn starch and sugar used to make long-lasting, edible fruit, flowers and other decorations for a cake. Like fondant, it can be colored or painted.

Marzipan: An almond-flavored paste often used to create flowers and fruits on a wedding cake.

WHAT TO ASK

Before you hire that wedding cake baker, ask the following questions: • How long have you been making wedding cakes?

• Do you have a specialty?

• Do you offer free tastings?

• Do you work out of a health-department inspected kitchen?

• What cakes are “in season” for my wedding date? The month is important because the type of cake can vary with the weather; summer, for instance, is not a good time for mousse-filled cakes.

• What is your cancellation policy?

• Do you charge a delivery fee?

SHAVING THE COSTS

• Consider a smaller cake. You can order an additional sheet cake to be cut out of the view of guests and use the decorated one for photos.

• Make mini cakes. Instead of one large cake, ask your baker to make every guest a cupcake of your favorite flavor instead. Top each with something pretty and build a “wedding cake” tower of cupcakes.

• Offer a dessert bar to complement a smaller cake.

• Scout discounts. Some bakers offer specials and coupons at bridal shows, especially if you book them on the spot.

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BUDGET BRIDE BRIDES ON THE COST CUTTING EDGE

By Mary Meehan

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n her big day, nobody had to know that Rebecca Sweeney made her own bouquet. Or made her own table centerpieces or designed and printed her own invitations. But Sweeney is happy to tell people that her June 20 wedding was largely a doit-yourself event. Well, do-it-yourself with the help of extended friends and family: her aunt made the cake, her mother helped with the centerpieces, an uncle did the barbecue for the receptions. She and her mother trudged to multiple dollar stores to get baskets to use on the tables. They created centerpieces with mason jars and gingham ribbon.

The bride is part of a growing trend that has more folks putting their own creative spin on their weddings in an effort to save money.

There was a time when people might have poohpoohed “homemade,” but not anymore, said Anja Winikka, editor of theknot.com, an online resource for weddings. “The DIY thing is indicative of the economy,” said Winikka. “A lot of people now feel comfortable talking about how they are going to be saving on their weddings.”

“It’s very accepted now to say ‘I printed my own invitation.’ There is just no taboo against that kind of thing anymore,” said Jo Peterson, creative director for Michael’s.

In addition to saving money, do-it-yourself weddings allow a couple to create something unique. “It’s not always about how much something costs, it’s that you were able to create that wedding with your own ideas,” said Peterson. Sweeney and her new husband, Micah Banks, are naturally pretty handy. For example, they did a lot of the remodeling on their townhouse themselves. But a do-it-yourself wedding was, in part, out of necessity. They are both recent graduates of the University of Kentucky and have student loans to pay off. Plus, they agreed that their dream honeymoon, a sunny stay in Hawaii, was where they wanted to put some serious cash.

But while they were pinching pennies, they also had to talk about where to spend a little more. For example, for Sweeney, her dress needed to be just so. And Banks wanted to make sure the music struck a perfect note.

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little, said Winikka. “Your priorities are where you want to get an experienced vendor that you can really trust.”

Even if you want to try your hand at something new, consider getting expert advice, said Peterson. “Not everyone has the ability to tie a bow,” she said. “That’s where you could go to a store and have a floral designer do the bows for you or teach you how to make a bow.”

Seek out inspiration from other brides. “Go in with your pictures in hand,” she said. “It gives you that great idea, it gave you the starting point.”

Also, she said, don’t order supplies for, say, 50 centerpieces before you know the idea will work. Try it first to make sure you can create what you have in your head. That will also help with budgeting. “You are going to get an idea of exactly what it is going to cost you to make,” said Peterson.

Sometimes you have to recognize that you are out of your depth. Be reasonable about your expertise and know your limits. The wedding day is not the time to try out your cake baking skills for the first time, said Winikka.

There are a lot of great bakeries that don’t necessarily advertise their wedding cakes. In fact, checking out the offerings through local grocery stores can be a great money saver.

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Budget Tips Making your own wedding invitations? Artizens Art Supply downtown offers calligraphy classes. Contact them for more information: 541.273.6993 Considering a homemade cupcake wedding? Use cake boards stacked with dividers of drinking glasses or Styrofoam cylinders to create your own cupcake stand.

Decorate to coordinate with your wedding decor.

Keep an eye out for after holiday sales to find decor steals.

Valentines sales and a little creativity can go a long way!

Search local open mics at Matteos, Mia and Pia’s and the Contemporary Arts Kitchen for potential bands for your wedding and reception.

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C U T T H E C A K E : 1 5 W AY S T O R E D U C E W E D D I N G E X P E N S E S

By Brittany Sarconi 1. Communication is Paramount Sit down with your future spouse and talk about your expectations. You need to discuss compromises if he wants a tiny wedding and you want a giant blow out. Decide if pictures are more important than flowers, or if it is more important to have 250 guests with a sit-down meal.

2. Boring Budgets Yes, you’ve heard it before, but once you’ve agreed upon the total amount you’re willing to spend, it’s vital to establish and stick to a budget.

3. Check One, Two, Three Checklists for the groom, the bride and anyone else involved will help keep the planning on target and reduce the chance of unanticipated expenses.

4. Save a Tree Why spend hundreds of dollars on a seven-piece, hand-engraved invite with that useless tissue paper liner?

Separate enclosure cards aren’t mandatory. Consider keeping the invitation to a single sheet and save on both paper and postage.

5. Dress It Down This is a no-brainer but probably the most difficult expense to control.

Wedding dress prices are out of control, particularly since you’ll only wear the dress once. Consider something a bit simpler or a non-standard wedding dress. You often can get cut-rate prices on gowns from thrift shops, consignment stores or CraigsList.

Watch out, however, for counterfeits sold as designer originals on the Internet.

6. Shrink the List You want to be surrounded by those important to you, not your cousin’s bosses’ wife. Keep the guest list small.

Estimates are that it costs $80 per guest (including invitations, food, drinks, cake and favors) so the more people, the bigger the required budget.

7. Wedding Favors When did wedding favors become a must? Can you think of any other

party that gives guests gifts simply for attending? But if you feel strongly about wedding favors, consider something you can make or that’s inexpensive and fun.

8. Location, Location, Location Look for ceremony and reception spaces that only need small accents, instead of a total transformation.

Building features like fireplaces, fountains, gardens and even crown molding can reduce or eliminate the need for decoration. You also might want to consider an outdoor wedding and/or reception in an inexpensive or free location. Avoid spaces that don’t allow you to bring in your own food or liquor.

9. Lock-in Prices Ask vendors for guaranteed prices on food, cake and liquor, particularly if you’re signing a contract far in advance of the big day. Asking for a fixed price now ensures you won’t get hit harder at delivery. You don’t want to face a 25-percent surcharge to cover rising energy or food costs.

10. Haggle Don’t be afraid of negotiating with the vendors. It’s the rare bride these days who doesn’t have a tight budget and most vendors understand. Tell the vendor your bottom line and other quotes you’ve received and ask what they can do to meet or beat this price.

You also might negotiate a discount for paying in cash instead of by check or credit card. However, remember that paying with a credit card offers some protection should you postpone or cancel the wedding, or should you desire to withhold payment if there is a problem with the service or product.

11. Limit Liquor Instead of an open bar with 10 different liquor selections, offer one signature cocktail or beer and wine. Guests are apt to drink more when there’s an unlimited selection, greatly increasing costs if you’re paying for opened and empty bottles. Instead of buying individual bottles of beer, consider a keg BRIDAL

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and, while it might sound a bit tacky, modern boxed wines offer a better selection than in the past and tend to be less expensive. While a bartender or two will cost more up-front than a selfserve bar, you’ll save on total alcohol consumed.

12. Cut the Cake Don’t overspend on layers of cakes that will go uneaten. For smaller weddings, use a faux bottom for the lower tiers that will look good in pictures and cost less. For larger weddings, order a smaller version of your dream cake and a sheet cake in the same flavor for guests to eat.

13. Flower Power Use in-season flowers with more greens and fewer blooms. Roses are always available but brides should steer clear of such floral-intensive holidays as Mother’s Day, when high demand drives up prices. You also can save by arranging the flowers at home, rather than paying a florist. Instead of spending money on new vases, shop thrift stores that overflow with secondhand vases.

14. Feeding the Masses An appetizers-only reception is typically less expensive than a standard sitdown meal and a buffet may be less expensive than a served meal.

15. Snap Shots Interview several photographers to see what their package of services includes and if they’re flexible.

Some photographers offer reduced coverage, i.e. just the ceremony and formal photos. For the reception, scattered disposable cameras not only provide you with inexpensive photos but can serve as a fun icebreaker.

Because most photographers use digital cameras these days, they’ll present your proofs either via an online service or on CD, rather than as a print package. Ask if access to these electronic proofs (without a watermark) is included in their package.

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S H A P E U P F O R T H E B I G D AY

By Lisa Liddane

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e’s popped the question, you’ve set the date. And you’ve picked the dream dress. Weddings, like high school reunions, are occasions that motivate women to get in shape. Granted, it’s not for health reasons, but a prenuptial workout program done wisely can sometimes lead a bride to make permanent lifestyle changes long after the honeymoon is over. That’s my hope, anyway.

A sensible weight-loss program should always include daily cardio activity with strength-training most days of the week. It’s a slow, gradual process _ not a crash course.

Here’s what to keep in mind if you’re a bride trying to get in shape, whether it’s on your own or with the help of a personal fitness trainer: Be realistic when setting your goals. It’s asking a lot from your body to drop four dress sizes when your wedding day is four months away.

Focus on strengthening specific areas if you have a few months to go and you already have an exercise regimen.

Be aware of your posture. Sit up straight if you’re slumping in your chair. Keep upper body erect when walking. Poor posture can ruin the look of the most expensive and beautiful wedding dress.

Choose a cardio activity that you enjoy. When selecting an activity, avoid obsessing on which exercise burns

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more calories. The one you like doing is the one you’ll stick with.

Start slowly if you’ve been sedentary or if you’re trying something new. Doing too much too soon can increase your risks of injury.

Avoid starving yourself or seeking refuge in less-healthy comfort foods. Consult a registered dietician, if it’s in your budget.

Keep a log to track your progress. This can help you stay motivated and show you areas that need more work.

Have a plan B, C and D. Sometimes, unexpected appointments can thwart best efforts at going to the gym regularly. Be ready to make it up as soon as possible with an alternative.

Exercise with your fiance. Go for a brisk walk or hike.

You can use that time to de-stress and talk about everything else but the wedding.

Lisa Liddane is a health and fitness writer for The Orange County Register and an American Council on Exercise-certified group fitness instructor.

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HOW TO … LOSE THOSE LAST 5 OR 10 POUNDS

By Alison Johnson Many successful dieters get stuck near the end of their weight loss journey, but nutritionists and trainers say there are ways to move past the frustration: Reconsider your weight goal. You may have set your target too low. Think more about health and fitness level, as well as body fat percentage.

Shake up your fitness routine. When your body gets too used to one type of exercise, you don’t need to burn as many calories to get through a workout. Add 10 or 15 minutes on an exercise machine, alternate periods of high and low intensity, walk at a brisker pace – or try something new altogether.

Don’t starve yourself. Your metabolism will slow, which could lead to future weight gain. To feel fuller, add healthy proteins to meals and snack, such as a thin spread of peanut butter on whole-wheat bread or sliced turkey on a salad.

Look for little diet trims. Some examples: Eat one slice of bread on a sandwich instead of two, order a child-sized scoop of ice cream rather than a small, use less oil when you cook and switch to lower-fat cheeses.

Beware high-calorie drinks. Many dieters sabotage their efforts with coffee drinks, alcoholic beverages and smoothies full of fat, calories and sugar. Drink plenty of water and get specialty drinks with non-fat milk and no syrup added.

Measure yourself differently. Instead of obsessing over numbers on the scale, look at inches lost from your waist and hips and drops in clothing sizes.

Get enough rest. Too little sleep triggers hormonal changes that increase hunger and fat storage.

Create a reward. Have an incentive to finally reach your goal, whether it’s a new outfit or a mini-vacation.

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THE GROOMS DUTIES: CARRY YOUR WEIGHT Manage your Groomsmen You must wisely select your groomsmen, keep tabs on them, and buy gifts for them.

When to start: Comically early. Like, 10+ months before your wedding, if possible.

Consequence of failure: Missing tuxedos, lost wedding rings, sloppy toasts, awkward ushering, and bachelor parties that cost you your wife.

You know the 12th man on an NBA team? He’s the scrub, the bench warmer, and he’s always seen goofing off on the sidelines, swapping jokes with the ball-boys, more a fan than player. This guy is you, the groom.

For most of the game you’re out of action—lazy, bored, checking out the cheerleaders. When the coach does point at you and gets you in the game, it’s critical that you earn your playing time.

You don’t have that many responsibilities. Play good defense.

Drain your free-throws. But don’t turn the ball over and don’t botch the job. So while, in general, we advocate blowing off the silly stuff, it’s critical that you don’t flub your basic assignments. In addition to all of your “soft” responsibilities like supporting your fiancée, navigating the treacherous waters of family politics, and collaborating on the big decisions like the budget, date, and venue, you will also have some very specific, concrete “groom duties.”

They’re not hard. They’re easier than whatever it is you do for a living (and if not, then we want your job.) Skim the following to get oriented:

Get formal When it comes to formalwear, it doesn’t matter how clueless you are. Even if your fiancée selects every color and every fabric, you’ll still be responsible for executing the tactics. You can’t dodge this.

When to start: 4 months before.

Consequence of failure: An unflattering outfit that makes you look silly in front of everyone you know on the biggest, most heavily photographed day of your life.

Plan the honeymoon Think of the honeymoon as the polar opposite of the wedding: instead of tuxes you wear trunks; instead of tradition you get freedom.

When to start: 4ish months before.

(Not iron-clad. But the earlier you plan, the cheaper the flights, which makes your budget easier to swallow.)

Consequence of failure: No hotel rooms, over-booked airlines, ugly arguments over how to salvage this vacation.

Pick the music.

At its core, a wedding reception is a party. And any party hinges on good music.

When to start: 3 months before.

Consequence of failure: A boring reception, inappropriate music , or an excess of corniness.

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shouldn’t go all Luke Wilson in Old School.

When to start: 1 month before.

Consequence of failure: The only real consequence is your own embarrassment. It’s your party, so unless you say something truly heinous, only you will feel the pain. The reward for success, however, is considerable.

Toasting your new bride in front of everyone in the world who’s important to you--friends, family, new in-laws-can be one of the finest, most enduring moments in your life.

Buy her a gift.

True, she’s getting the greatest gift that anyone’s ever received in the history of Western Civilization: you. Does she really needs another gift on top of all that? Yes. She does. Not the complete series of Sex and the City. Not some extra RAM for her laptop. The gift should be personal and, well, okay fine, we’ll say the word...romantic.

When to start: Ideally not the day-of.

Give yourself a couple of months.

Consequence of failure: Disappointment on the biggest day of her life, disillusionment, the classic “his and her” combination of guilt (for him!) and tears (for her!).

Sign the Paperwork.

Get it done. If a drunk Pamela Anderson can figure out how to get the marriage license in Vegas, then you can, too.

When to start: 1 month before.

Consequence of failure: You just blew $20,000+ bucks on a party without getting married. Nice work.

Is that it? Sadly, no. You’ll also be looped into joint-activities like buying rings, writing vows, and haggling with vendors, but these are the duties where you’re expected to take charge and run the show. Don’t blow it.

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THE ENGAGEMENT RING: 9 RULES FOR SAVING MONEY Here’s how to do it: 9 rules for buying a cheaper rock. (To clarify: it’s actually not about “cheap,” but about not overpaying for good quality, and making smart tradeoffs.)

1. Pretend you’re buying a car If you’re like most guys, you don’t know squat about diamonds. You think it’s effeminate, like learning about window treatments.

Only one problem with this mindset: it will cost you money. When you buy a car, you make choices, you weigh the pros and cons.

You can’t just walk into a dealership and say, “I’d like a car. Give me the cheapest one.” And you wouldn’t buy one without a test drive. If you don’t know the tradeoffs, you won’t know where to cut back and save money. Start your diamond education. . Inspect lots of rocks.

You will soon get a feel for what you like and what you don’t like, which will let you purchase a diamond ring with confidence.

2. Go channel surfing There are two channels for buying your engagement ring: traditional brick-andmortar stores and online stores. Use them both. Yep. It’s safe to buy a diamond online. But no, you should never buy a stone unseen.

You can find a cheaper quote online, and use that to negotiate a lower in-store rate.

3. Sacrifice a smidgen of size People like round numbers.

We obsess over things like “The First 100 Days” of a presidential administration.

In reality, of course, Day 99 isn’t that different from Day

100. And that brings us to a diamond’s size. People pay a premium for the “round number” of a Carat.

But you can pocket some dough by purchasing slightly lower than the size-echelon; instead of a full carat (1.00), buy a .85-.95; instead of a full three-quarter carat, go for a .60-.73, etc. The only one who can really tell the difference is the jeweler.

4. ...Do the same for Color Use the exact same philosophy with a diamond’s “Color.” To save some money without sacrificing much look, push your color out one additional grade.

Get an “I” not an “H.” You are unlikely to notice when the diamond is mounted, in its setting, and on the hand.

Diamonds have a color continuum which represents how much yellow color they show, with DEF “colorless” on the higher-end, then G, then H, etc. Careful, though.

Each person sees colors differently, and it takes some time to train your eye. Don’t go lower than a J if you can possibly avoid it.

5. Get a lower Clarity.

Notice a pattern here? Just like with Color and Carat, you can get a slightly lower Clarity and shave off some dollars. For example, you can get a SI1 instead of a VS2. However, when making this tradeoff, it’s important to make sure the “inclusions” don’t endanger the structural integrity of the diamond.

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6. But NEVER sacrifice Cut You can take shortcuts on Clarity, Color, and Carat, but never Cut. A pity, since Cut can represent up to 50% of the price of the diamond.

Here’s why. When a diamond is well-cut, its facets are perfectly positioned to reflect incoming light right back at you. It’s what makes the diamond sparkle and shine-frankly, it’s what makes it look like a diamond. When you first buy it, a lower-Cut diamond might look okay.

But it will get dirty. As it gets dirty, the shoddy Cut will trap light inside the diamond - it won’t shine. Buy the best cut you can afford.

7. Buy more than one diamond ...More little diamonds. A three-diamond ring can give much larger “show” for less money. And no, this doesn’t look cheap, it’s done all the time.

8. Avoid a diamond altogether This obviously has some pitfalls. You’re taking a big gamble. But if you’re on a ruthlessly tight budget, or if your girlfriend honestly doesn’t care too much about the rock, or if you’re both cool with upgrading later, then a non-diamond ring is a perfectly viable option. Your safest bet? Sapphire. It’s strong, has great hardness, and it’s easy to make a classic, beautiful ring with sapphire as your anchor.

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Avoid stuff like emerald and tanzanite; pretty stones, sure, but they’re more delicate.

9. Buy safely Back to the car analogy. You wouldn’t buy a Jetta from some random dude without any paperwork, right? There are certain precautions you must take. Always insist on a legit “Grading Report” for your diamond, preferably one from the Gemological Institute of America (GIA) or the American Gem Society (AGS). Make sure you get a reputable jeweler. Get ring insurance for this baby. And make sure you get a 100%, full, money-back guarantee, ideally with at least 30 days from when you take delivery.

And if the store doesn’t offer that, you’re not in the right store. Good luck!

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G R OO M S C O R N E R GROOM’S WEDDING PLANNING TIMELINE

9 MONTHS - 1 YEAR BEFORE THE WEDDING • Figure out your role in the wedding and the groom’s responsibilities.

• Suffer through an engagement party.

• Start planning the wedding guest list.

• Begin planning the wedding budget.

• Ensure she doesn’t set the wedding date on Super Bowl Sunday.

• Pick your best man and groomsmen.

6-9 MONTHS BEFORE YOUR WEDDING • Find ways to tighten the wedding budget.

• Start planning your honeymoon.

• Complete your wedding registry.

• Make the tough guest list decisions.

• Pay just a little, little bit of attention to the wedding reception venue selection.

3-6 MONTHS BEFORE YOUR WEDDING • Sign up for dance classes. Start practicing.

• Pick a DJ/band for the wedding reception.

• Be thankful you’re not your fiancée who has to deal with much, much more detailed junk.

• Purchase your wedding bands.

• Help your parents plan the rehearsal dinner.

• Submit a wedding announcement

1-3 MONTHS BEFORE YOUR WEDDING

DAY/NIGHT BEFORE

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Knock out the marriage license.

Taste the wedding cake.

Buy or rent your tux.

Make sure the groomsmen have taken care of their formal wear.

Handle the wedding day transportation.

Attend your bachelor party.

Buy gifts for the groomsmen.

Buy a gift for your bride.

Understand the marriage tax consequences.

1 WEEK - 1 MONTH BEFORE

• Call/confirm any guests from your side of the family.

• Perfect your moves for the first dance.

• Prepare your rehearsal dinner and wedding night speeches.

• Write your wedding vows.

• Give the DJ/band song instructions.

A FEW DAYS BEFORE • • • • • • • •

Pick up formal wear.

Get your hair cut.

Confirm transportation.

Check on logistics for your family’s share of out-of-town guests.

Keep plenty of cash on you for emergencies.

Practice vows.

Confirm honeymoon logistics.

Start packing for honeymoon.

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Give marriage license to officiant.

Give gifts to groomsmen.

Attend the rehearsal dinner.

Stay sober.

• Warm your cold feet.

• Give rings to best man.

• Goof off and relax with your buddies...Seriously.

• Get married. Compared to everything else, the wedding ceremony will be quick and painless.

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