Mid-South Wedding Ideas

The best wedding resource guide in Memphis and the Mid-South www.midsouthweddingideas.com DEBUT ISSUE MSWI July 2017.indd 1

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contents

bridal expos 1 All About You Bridal Expo 16 Mid-South Wedding Show catering 7 Me and My Tea Room dresses 3 Low’s Bridal & Formal 6 Midsouth Gown Sales & Rentals entertainment 6 DJ AD features 5 Letter from the Publisher 9 Tips & Trends with Ashley 12 Ask Angie

lingerie 11 A Fitting Place nutritional products 11 Plexus photography 13 Southern Woods Photography travel 10 Starward Vacations venues 8 Banquet Halls of the Mid-South 16 409 S Main wedding design / planning 8 BettsMade 14 Heather Marsalis Events

Deadline for September / October 2017 issue is August 10, 2017 For advertising information, call: 615.631.2201 or email midsouthweddingideas@gmail.com

Heather Marsalis, Publisher 615-631-2201 midsouthweddingideas@gmail.com www.midsouthweddingideas.com

On the cover: Photography by Letitia Mullican. Brianna Wynne Taylor with her father Brian Wynne at her wedding on August 3, 2013.

Sadly, Mr. Wynne passed away in 2017. His love and wisdom live on in the hearts of his children. This issue is dedicated to his memory.

Layout: Brent Ellis Design www.brentellis.me Sales and Distribution Team: Ashley Copeland, Brianna Taylor, Sarah Garrington, Brittney Ward Find Mid-South Wedding Ideas on: Facebook / Twitter / Instagram

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a letter from our

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Brides and Grooms and Vendors,

The journey to create “Mid-South Wedding Ideas” began in June 2016. We are so excited to finally see all our hard work come to life in the pages of this book.

The goal of every magazine in the “Wedding Ideas” family is to connect wedding planning couples with local vendors, by providing a complimentary, easy to reference guide. MidSouth Wedding Ideas also aims to fill our book with on-trend information, dynamic content, and to be available in convenient locations.

We are excited to see this publication grow and the pages increase. We are looking forward to hearing from you as navigate the task of planning your wedding, and we hope you’ll find this book to be an important tool in completing that task. We can’t wait to see how your weddings turn out and to feature some of them in coming issue (remember to email us after you’re married!).

To those vendors who supported this first issue - thank you. We literally could not do this without YOU! We hope you’ll continue choosing to be featured in upcoming issues and we are looking forward to creating something amazing with you.

From all of us at Mid-South Wedding Ideas Thank you!

Heather Marsalis, Publisher midsouthweddingideas@gmail.com

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Tips & Trends

By Ashley Copeland Back in the day, one could expect to have a standard, vanilla-cake-with-white-icing, 3-tiered, round wedding cake, complete with a plastic bride & groom cake topper.

Now, brides are wowing their guests with culinary masterpieces—unique flavor combinations and decadent artistry that are as aesthetic as they are delicious. Here are my top 5 cake trends for 2017 that will give your wedding cake its wow factor!

1. NAKED. Your cake doesn’t have to be coated in thick frosting and fondant to be beautiful and delicious. With its extreme versatility, weddings of all themes, sizes, and budgets can pull off one of these minimalist masterpieces. Remember that “less is more” and don’t be afraid to go beautifully bare!

2. MARBLED. Marbled cakes are all the rage for brides wanting a unique yet sophisticated look. Contemporary, yet glamorous, these cakes provide an elevated style to your dessert table and give your guests a taste of beauty.

3. BOHO CHIC. The Boho look is super trendy this year, and for good reason. What could be more beautiful than feminine florals, lush greenery, & whimsical simplicity?

4. METALLICS. On the biggest day of your life, why not go for a little extra bling? Whether you opt for gold, silver, or rose gold (my personal favorite!), a little metallic touch to your wedding cake provides an elegant sheen that you and your guests will never forget!

5. RUFFLES. If you are the type of bride who wants to feel like a princess on your big day, then this trend is for you! From playing dress-up as a young girl to detailing the hemlines of your favorite formal dresses, ruffles are every girly-girl’s best friend—why would your wedding day be any different?

Now that you know the top cake trends for the year, which one will you go with? Or will you forego the mainstream and be your own trendsetter? No matter what your cake ends up looking like, may it be delicious, beautiful, and just as sweet as the love you have for your significant other. <3 Cake images provided by www.sweettreatsbymandy.net

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Ask Angie!

By Angie Morris

Email questions to midsouthweddingideas@gmail.com

One of the biggest topics of conversation always seems to be CAKE! Here are some recent questions we have heard from our brides about the “sweetest” part of your wedding.

Q: How can I save money on my wedding cake?

There are lots of options for the budget friendly bride who wants to save on her cake. For example did you know Publix and even Sam's Club offer 2 to 3 tier options? Both have several different options and can customize colors and even have some great rustic designs, which has been a trend with our brides for years now with no end in sight.

For up to 60 guests a 3 tier is typically under $100!!!

Q: Are cupcakes okay for a formal reception?

Cupcakes are a great option for any reception! You can create beautiful displays for your guests to enjoy and bonus....cupcakes are easy grab and go. Did you know most vendors charge to cut and slice your cake?

So cupcakes can even save money as well!

Q: My groom and I both hate cake - what are fun alternatives?

So many options! Remember it's YOUR day. Just because your cousin had cake at her wedding doesn't mean you have to! Donuts, pies, and cookies are all great options. You could even just do a mixed dessert table. Ice cream sundae buffets are also a recent trend and a guest favorite!

So regardless of whether it's chocolate or vanilla, cupcakes or a 5 tier cake....it’s your day and your guests will love your choice and it will be the icing on the day!

Till next time - Angie 12 The best wedding resource guide in Memphis & the Mid-South

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