Impressions Bride Volume 9 2018 by Key Marketing & Media, LLC

VOLUME 9

2018

FEATURED ARTICLES

Publisher & Creative Director

Kathryn Yorke kathryn@keymandm.com

4 Wedding Bliss... Picking a date that works for all

Director of Sales & Marketing

Wedding Bliss... Get away and relax

Jule Budacz jule@keymandm.com

6 Picture Perfect... Photo pitfalls you'll want to avoid

On the Cover

Clark and Suzanne Hazelton

8 Venue Matters... Choosing the perfect location for you

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18 Planning Checklist... Wedding Timeline

FEATURED WEDDINGS 10 Clark & Suzanne Hazelton 12 Bryant & Hannah Cooke 14 Ryan & Rachel Rasberry 16 Daniel & Ashley Paldino

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ULTRA VIOLET

In this issue of Impressions Bride, we celebrate the Pantone 2018 Color of the Year, Ultra Violet, a dramatically provocative purple thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s thoughtful, complex and contemplative. Ultra Violet suggests the intrigue of what lies ahead and the discoveries beyond where we are now. Purples have long been symbolic of counterculture, unconventionality and artistic brilliance. Nuanced and emotional, Ultra Violet symbolizes non-conformity and experimentation, spurring individuals to imagine their mark on the world, and push boundaries through creativity.

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OUR FEATURED WEDDINGS START ON PAGE 10 DANIEL & ASHLEY PALDINO

RYAN & RACHEL RASBERRY

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WEDDINGBLISS

PICKING A DATE

that works for all

he first question you'll hear when friends and family are informed of your engagement is "When is the wedding?" Choosing a date is extremely important. All your planning revolves around it. Consider these tips to help pick the perfect date.

If you know where you'd like to have the ceremony and reception, call them

and confirm what dates are available. If you're set on a specific spot, your date will have to coincide with its availability, especially if it's a popular location which tends to book quickly. Have you always dreamed of a beach wedding or a fall wedding with beautiful leaves in the background? Choose a date that's appropriate in temperature

and season. Also keep in mind that the time of year you select will influence your bridal attire choices. Christmas is a popular time because locations are beautifully decorated. However, a wedding in addition to the normal holiday activities may be too much for some. Maybe a wedding during a long weekend would be a bit easier for guests? Some may appreciate a holiday weekend, while others may have to rearrange vacations. Lastly consider what's going on with the people in your life. If your maid of honor is giving birth the same month, you may want to adjust for her benefit. Or maybe your parents have a vacation planned. Work with your significant others and their individual schedules to pick the best date that works for all. î&#x20AC;¤

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GET AWAYand relax I n the hustle and bustle that leads up to a wedding, it's easy to get stressed out. There are so many things to do and organize for the big day. It can become extremely overwhelming, as well as stressful.

overwhelmed, so book a spa break when you feel the tension starting to build. Afterwards, you'll feel stress melt away,

leaving you revitalized and ready for the wedding festivities that lie ahead.

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You can get away from all of those last minute wedding worries by treating yourself — and those in your wedding party, as well as friends and family — to a day of pampering. There are many options for what to do on your spa day that can range from massage and relaxation to manicures and pedicures to hair, make-up amd more. You can even plan a bridesmaid outing to get away with your gals or a spa day away with your fiancee! Once you decide what you are looking for, leave the rest to the spa staff, and let yourself truly relax, having all of your needs met in a calm and tranquil environment. Treatments at most spas will include beauty and make-up, pedicures, manicures and a variety of massages. Massage treatments are generally very popular. They not only feel great, but they also have a variety of health benefits, promoting relaxation, reducing tension and anxiety. There are also often a variety of body wraps and exfoliation services which can help you get rid of the nasty toxins in your bday and stimulate your metabolism, ensuring that you will look beautiful in your wedding dress and in your honeymoon wardrobe. Spas may also offer additional services, such as sauna or steam rooms or spray tanning. Wedding build up may cause you to feel W W W.FA C EB O O K .C O M / IMP RES SI O NSB RID E

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PICTUREPERFECT

PHOTO PITFALLS

you'll want to avoid

ouples generally have high expectations of their wedding photographer â&#x20AC;&#x201D; and that's ok. Does your photographer know what you want, what you like and how to deliver it? Develop a trusting relationship with your photographer so you can exactly get what you're wanting from your engagement and wedding photos. And, like all relationships, communication is key to getting the great photos you've dreamed about. Use these wedding photography tips

will help you avoid the most common wedding photography pitfalls.

Define Your Goals Your wedding photographer needs to know exactly what you want and what will make you happy. That's right, it's important for you to clearly spell out what you want in your photography. This is your dream wedding day and you need to ensure the photographer knows exactly what you want. Are you

interested in tons of formals or are you more interested in creative images? Do you want engagement pictures or do you just want to focus on your wedding? The best way to show your photographer what you want is by using examples. A picture is worth a thousand words and surfing the web is free. Spend time looking at wedding photography and decide on a style you like. Once you find it, you can send the photographer an email with links to the images you want reviewed. Make sure you explain why you like those particular images, so the photographer can duplicate the style in your wedding photos.

Tell Them What You Expect Does your photographer know who you are? Obviously, you're a client but does the photographer know the real you? If the photographer doesn't really get to know you then how is he or she going to get unique images that represent your personality. The answer is actually simpler than you may believe. Tell the photographer about your basic information like, how you first met, how long you've been together, how your proposal occurred, and what do you like to do. Only by being completely honest and open with your wedding photographer, can you hope to get the type of images you've been dreaming of.

Create a Photo Checklist To avoid any misunderstandings during your wedding photography, put 6

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PICTUREPERFECT together a list of must have photos. This will take some time on your part, but it will definitely pay off when you see that you have all the images you wanted. Your photographer may have a list and be happy to give it to you. A common wedding photography list could include things like: bride and groom getting ready before ceremony, the wedding cake, the venue details, the rings, signing the marriage license, the formals, etc. It's up to you to ensure that the photographer knows what you want. That list changes with each client.

grapher all have expectations of what they consider will make your event a success. Get them all on the same page. Make sure that they know what you want, like and how to get it to you.

pher and wedding vendors will you get exactly what you want — great engagement pictures, great wedding pictures and, of course — a great wedding.

Working to create trusting relationships with your wedding photogra-

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Schedule Blocks of Time for Specific Wedding Photos Another pitfall is scheduling a generic time slot for "wedding photos." It's better to set aside specific blocks of time for specific groups. By tweaking the schedule you'll be able to manage time and avoid having the wedding party or family hanging around for hours. Your photographer will thank you for being organized and creating a schedule of what pictures will be taken and when. When creating your schedule, most aren't well-versed in photography timelines. As a general rule, you should allow about 1 ½ hours for the bride and groom alone, ½ hour for the wedding party, and an hour for family portraits. Since your wedding photos are the only tangible thing left after your wedding, it's a great idea to leave your wedding photographer plenty of time to get all the shots you've been dreaming of and put down on your checklist. Give a copy of your schedule to your photographer, your wedding party and your family members.

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VENUEMATTERS

CHOOSING THE

perfect location for you I

f you're getting married, you'll want to choose the right venue, so that your wedding day is perfect. Here are things to consider. Establish what sort of venue you are wanting. You may be getting married in a church, then going elsewhere for the reception, or you may want to get married and have your reception in the same venue. It's totally up to you and there are plenty of options available.

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VENUEMATTERS You'll want to have some idea of the location you want too. Maybe you want somewhere local to where you met, or where you live. You might have a specific venue in mind already, or you might want to choose somewhere that's easy for all your guests to get to. It's important to consider the time of year that you're getting married. Summer weddings are popular, and so the venue you want is likely to be booked well in advance. Winter weddings are not as common, and so you might be able to get the venue you want.

means your guests won't need to travel in order to get to their accommodation after your reception. You'll want everything perfect on your wedding day. The venue is one of the most important decisons. Make sure your budget allows for everything you

want. You wouldn't want to have your dream wedding compromised for the sake of spending a little bit less. Look around and choose wisely.

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If you're flexible on the date then you may have a choice of several suitable wedding venues. If you have already chosen your date, then you might have to settle for a different venue. The number of guests you're inviting, and expect to attend, will also have some bearing on the sort of venue you choose. If you're expecting hundreds of guests, then you won't want to choose somewhere too small, while a large venue will look empty if you only have a handful of guests. Don't forget to include the bride and groom, too! Having a planner will take a lot of the hassle and stress out of planning your wedding. Many venues will offer this service, so that you have less to think about as the big day approaches. By letting the venue wedding planner take care of everything to do with the venue, and the food, you won't need to worry about chairs, seating plans, place cards, or whether you've ordered enough drinks and flowers. You may also want to think about guest accommodations. You many want to provide a list of local hotels so guests may stay over if they choose. Alternatively, holding your wedding at a hotel, W W W.FA C EB O O K .C O M / IMP RES SI O NSB RID E

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SEPTEMBER 23, 2017 Shackleford Banks, North Carolina

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Clark y Suzanne Hazelton LOCATION Shackleford Banks, North Carolina OFFICIANT Minister Michael Rowell Parents of the Bride.... Beth Lee and Mr. & Mrs. Larry Lee Parents of the Groom................ Mr. & Mrs. Len Tozer and .......................................................Mr. & Mrs. Jeff Hazelton Ring Bearer.......................................................Brian Harlin Matron and Maid of Honor...... Laura Harlin & Sarah Lee Bridesmaids..............Rebekah Langston, Crystal Tetterton, Danielle Midgette, Charley Bishop, Genesis Elliott, Kelli Gill, Lauren Mills, Brigette Dickson Groomsmen..... Kyle Alligood, Kevin Alligood, John Horns, Mark Letchworth, Peyton Dunn, Byron Murphy, Warren O’Neal, Tyler Williams, Thomas Taft Honor Attendants................... Emily Robinson, Casey Taft, Jonathan Taft, Chandler Hazelton, Justin Hazelton Violinist........................................................... Jonathan Taft Vocalist................................................................. Jewel Cook Cake.......................Maria Harris, Mrs. Vingerber's Sweets Photographer............................ Carolina Lily Photography Florist................Tildy Floral Designs, Morehead City, NC DJ....................................BTA Entertainment, Fox Feltman Videographer............................ Seagull Video Productions THEIR STORY Suzanne moved to Greenville in 2015 and was looking for a place to live. She called a J.C. Hazelton Builders who had a "for rent" sign on 1st street. Clark showed her the apartment and before they knew it, they were on their first date. With mutual friends from Belhaven and love at first sight, she knew he was "the one." THE PROPOSAL Occurred in Banner Elk on a winter weekend getaway. As they walked up their private overlook of the mountains, Suzanne leaned over the fence and her napkin flew off her drink. When she turned around, Clark, on one knee asked, "Suzanne, will you spend the rest of your life with me and be my wife?" REHEARSAL The rehearsal was on the water of the groom’s mother’s rental house in Beaufort, simulating Shackleford Banks' dock. The rehearsal dinner was held at the Beaufort Maritime Museum and catered by Fat Fella’s of Newport with music from county singer/songwriter, Bryan Mayer. THE BIG DAY The morning of the wedding, the bride and her bridesmaids gathered at Tildy Floral Design to make their crown’s. At 5 pm, the party boarded the Crystal Coast Lady in Beaufort. Guests enjoyed hors d'oeurves and drinks as they cruised to Shackleford Banks. The bride waited in the bridal suite behind the captain of the ship upon arrival. After the ceremony, they cruised back to Beaufort to Front Street Grill (Rhum W W W .Bar) F A C at E BStillwater OOK.COM M P wedding RESSION SBRIDE for/ Ithe reception.

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OCTOBER 28, 2017

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Bryant y Hannah Cooke St. James United Methodist Church, Greenville, NC Reception — May-Lew Farm, Farmville, NC OFFICIANTS Rev. Johnny Hobbs Branch & Rev. Eugene Joseph Cox THEIR WEDDING PARTY Parents of the Bride...Mr. & Mrs. Robert Henry Jessup, III Parents of the Groom.....Mr. & Mrs. Thomas H. Cooke, Jr. Grandparents of the Bride... Mr. & Mrs. George Moore, Jr. Grandmother of the Groom..........Mrs. Ava Privette Cooke Matron of Honor..................................Sarah Lloyd Calvert Best Man.................................Thomas Haywood Cooke, Jr. Bridesmaids..................... Spencer Brown, Caroline Chase, Caroline Cooke, Erica Cooke, Alice Duncan, Olivia Ribbe & Ashley Swing Groomsmen.......................Travis Albea, Alexander Capps, Thomas Grimes, Randolph Hobbs, Jr., Robert Jessup, IV, Jordan Lee and John Reel Junior Bridesmaids...... Aubry Wahlen & Kaleigh Wahlen Ring Bearer....................................................... Owen Dixon Ushers............................. Andrew Calvert, David Chrobak, William Coburn & Howard Hill, Jr. Attendants.....Jessica Albea, Leslie Biggs and Lisa Walters Scripture Reader...........................................Brooke Wooten Trumpeter..................................................... Gregory Moore Organist ............................................................Frances Cain Soloist & Wedding Director...................... Farrah Mitchum Catering.................................................Rock Springs Center Photography..................................... Magnolia Photography THEIR STORY Bryant and Hannah always knew of one another, sharing the same hometown and mutual friends. They began their relationship one weekend at Atlantic Beach, NC at a mutual friends get together. Bryant asked Hannah out the next weekend, and the rest is history! THE PROPOSAL Occurred on September 3, 2016 while tailgating at the home opener for ECU. My parents and friends walked over to where Bryant’s parents were tailgating. Bryant said he didn’t feel well and asked Hannah to step into the motor home with him. When they got inside he dropped down on one knee and popped the questions. The two were greeted with confetti and cheers outside! THE PARTIES Pampered Chef Shower, Greenville, NC Engagement Party at the Murphy Center, Greenville, NC Monogrammed Bridal Shower, Greenville, NC A Barbecue, New Bern, NC Meet and Greet the Bride and Groom Party at the Cape Fear Vineyard & Winery in Elizabethtown, NC Luncheon at 400 Saint Andrews, Greenville, NC THE BIG DAY The 4:00 pm ceremony took place at St. James United Methodist Church in Greenville, NC. The ceremony was followed by a reception at May-Lew Farm in Farmville, NC. After a station W W W . F A C E B Odinner, O K . C Odancing M / I M P Rfollowed. ESSIONSBRIDE

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Ryan y Rachel Rasberry VENUE Rock Springs Center Greenville, NC OFFICIANT Pastor Wes Boyd THEIR WEDDING PARTY Maid of honor............................................. Sterling Coggins Bridesmaids................ Nicole Taylor & Allison Binczweski Junior Bridesmaid.......................................Payton Bridgers Best Man.......................................................Jake Hightower Groomsman...................... John Murphy & Steven Winters Photography................................. Crutchfield Photography, Cake/Dessert Bar....................... Vanilla Bean Bake Shoppe Flowers....................................................... Your Perfect Day DJ.....................................................................JT3 DJ Service THEIR STORY Ryan and Rachel met in 2013 through a mutual friend from work. After 2 years of flirting/texting he finally asked Rachel out in May of 2015! After that date at Tie Breakers, Rachel called her mom and announced that she had met her husband. The rest was history. THE PROPOSAL Both really enjoy back yard simplicity, grilling and hanging out. Ryan had a big event planned with the help of Rachel's sister in Washington, NC complete with a camera man! Rachel completely ruined the event and told him she would rather sit home and grill out because it was such a nice day. He adapted quickly and proposed in the back yard with the help of their dog, Molleigh. Rachel thought he was breaking up with her when he recommended they sit down and “chat”! Little did she know, Molleigh would be running out the door with a necklace asking for her hand in marriage! THE PARTIES Engagement Party at Rachel's Grandmother's farm in Kenly, NC Shower held by the Bride's Aunt/Cousin, Goldsboro Shower held by the Groom's Sister/Groom's Mother in Florida at a Tea room Church Family hosted a Pampered Chef Party, Winterville FW Baptist Meridian Park, the bride's employer, hosted a bridal shower at the office THE BIG DAY The Big event took place on Ocotber 21, 2017 at Rock Springs Center, Greenville NC. It was a gorgeous day! Not a cloud in the sky and temps were perfect also! The ceremony started at 5 pm. After the ceremony, a buffet style dinner was held at Rock Spring Center. The bride and groom exited the reception with sparklers and were sent off in a firetruck since Ryan is a fireman! The wedding colors were picked based on our new last name —Rasberry! Every little detail from the cake fillings to the couple's thank you gifts was touched with Rasberry. W W W.FA C EB O O K .C O M / IMP RES SI O NSB RID E

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VENUE The Preston Woodall House Benson, NC OFFICIANT Pastor Cris Noble THE WEDDING PARTY Maid of Honor.............................................Courtney Roten Bridesmaids.........................Jessica House, Lacey Watkins, Courtney Nall, Cori Wright, Bethany Taylor, Mallori McKinlay, Hailey Graham & Joanna Paldino Best Man.............................................................Brock Jester Groomsmen.................... Samuel Paldino, Joshua Watkins, Josh Fulcher, Graham Fulcher, Nik Yankov, Tom Scott, Craig Schnier, Matt Griffith Flower Girl........................................................... Tesla Isbell Ring Bearer...................................................... Mordi Karlin Day of Coordinator........................................Nick Ammons Photographer......................... Jocelyn & Ryan Photography Hair & Make-up.................................. Emerald Stephens & Monica Gooding Wedding Desserts.................................... Edible Art Bakery Florist:....................................................Expressions of Love Ceremony & Reception Music..............................SPIN, Inc. THE FIRST MEETING The couple met in January 2014 through mutual friends. One of the bride’s friends (later a bridesmaid), Hailey, went on a cruise over Christmas break and met the groom and his friends. They realized they were all from Greenville, and quickly became friends. Hailey told the bride about her trip when they returned to ECU for spring semester. Hailey showed Ashley pictures of the guys and when she saw Daniel she replied with, “well that one is pretty cute.” Hailey arranged for them to meet a week later, and they have been together ever since. THE PROPOSAL They took a trip to Aruba for Daniel’s birthday in March 2016 and to celebrate their two year anniversary a couple of weeks early. After a romantic dinner on the first night, they went for a walk on the beach. Just as they were about to head back to the room, Daniel grabbed Ashley's hand and got down on one knee. The moment was so amazing. He had originally planned to propose later in the trip, but he was “just so excited that he couldn’t wait any longer.” SPECIAL EVENTS Bridal shower at Stonefield Cellars Winery hosted by bride’s mother and aunt Couple’s shower at Winslow’s hosted by groom’s family Bachelorette trip, Charleston, SC Bachelor night out, Greenville, NC THE BIG DAY The big event took place on Ocotber 21, 2017 at The Preston Woodall House (Benson, NC) W W W.FA C EB O O K .C O M / IMP RES SI O NSB RID E

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WEDDING

lanning a wedding can be very stressful, with tons of details to be taken care of. The most important thing is to stay organized. Checklists help you understand what you need to do and when. Follow this timeline to help you track what’s done and what’s left to do.

10-12 MONTHS before the big day…

l Introduce the families; officially announce the engagement. l Find out who pays for what and start a budget. l Create a guest list and manage it with our easy-to-use tool. l Compare calendars and select a tentative date. l Choose your wedding party. l Create a wedding website to share your engagement. l Consider whitening your teeth for parties and photographs. l Interview and hire a wedding coordinator, if needed. l Decide if you want premarital counseling. l Start looking photos of wedding dresses for inspiration. l Send your engagement photo to the local paper. l Begin thinking about where you want to honeymoon. l Visit and book your reception site, and arrange for parking. l Visit and book your ceremony location and rehearsal time. l Create a save-the-date guest list.

6-9 MONTHS before the big day…

l Alert out-of-town guests of wedding date or send a free save-thedate email. l Find a bridal salon and begin trying on dresses and veils. Bring stockings, heels, strapless bra, and hair clip with you. l Get in shape for your gown by starting an exercise routine. l Get ideas for honeymoon locations and research pricing. l Start looking at floral designs and interview florists. l Search for menu ideas and start meeting with caterers. l Research and interview photographers and videographers. l Get ideas for music and interview bands or DJs. l Finalize flower and décor ideas, and select a florist. l Sign a caterer. l Order your gown and wedding veil. l Shop for and select the perfect bridesmaid dresses. l Book your honeymoon! l Find out if your ceremony location requires insurance. 18

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l Finalize photographer and videographer contracts. l Book your DJ/band. l Purchase dress accessories: shoes, lingerie, purse, and gloves. l Choose your officiant and discuss ceremony ideas. l Start thinking about all of your gift registry options. l Select hotels of varying price ranges; reserve guest rooms.

4-5 MONTHS before the big day…

l Start thinking about cultural traditions for your wedding. l View wedding invitation styles; research proper wording. l Look at photos to get ideas for wedding cake designs and meet with bakers to taste samples. l Discuss menu ideas with your catering manager. l Shop for wedding rings. l Look for the groom’s and groomsmen’s tuxes or other wear. l Confirm bridesmaids ordered gowns; decide on accessories. l Have your mother and future mother-in-law coordinate and select their dresses. l Compare pricing, place your wedding invitation order, and book your calligrapher, if needed. l Purchase your rings and send for engraving, if applicable. l Get ideas for wedding favors. l Confirm dates for bridal showers and bachelorette parties. l Start registries before bridal shower invitations are sent. l Choose your baker and finalize your wedding cake. l Reserve rental equipment: chairs, tables, linens, tents, etc. l Research and book your rehearsal dinner location. l Get ideas for wedding hair and makeup. l Notify family or friends whom you’d like to give readings, sing solos, serve as guest book attendants, etc. l Interview and hire additional staff and babysitters, if needed. l Give your guest list to shower hostesses and check that your registry has enough items. l Update wedding website. l Consider getting wedding insurance. WWW.I S S U U . C O M / I M P R E S S I O N S

PLANNINGCHECKLIST 2-3 MONTHS before the big day…

l Finalize guest list and submit invitations to calligrapher. l Book makeup artist and hairstylist. l Order your wedding favors and buy wedding accessories! l Consider signing up for dance classes. l Schedule your last tasting and finalize menu. l Find gifts for bride or groom, attendants, hostesses, and parents. l Confirm tuxes have been ordered for groom and groomsmen. l Prep for honeymoon—do you have everything you need? l Choose your getaway! Finalize wedding transportation. l Look into bank accounts, insurance, and merging money. l Select all music and review with musicians, singers. l Check the options on registry and update wedding website. l Finalize rehearsal dinner plans; order rehearsal invitations, menus, table numbers, escort cards, and other stationery. l Mail invitations eight weeks before your wedding day.

1-2 MONTHS before the big day…

l Have first bridal gown fitting. Bring stockings, shoes, bra, hair accessories, jewelry, camera, and mom or best friend. l Finalize readings and songs; review with performers. l Order liquor or beverages not handled by caterer. l Meet with officiant; finalize ceremony and formations. l Begin writing your vows if applicable. l Begin writing thank-you notes for bridal showers and early wedding gifts, and update your registry at the same time. l Research where to get your marriage license. l Prepare a photo/video wish list, naming family and guests. l Schedule bridesmaids’ luncheon and buy attendant gifts. l Begin whitening your teeth for your wedding day. l Consider liability insurance for your reception location.

3-4 WEEKS before the big day…

l Finalize jewelry … old, new, borrowed and blue. l Prepare must-have shot list for photographer/videographer. l Finalize your music lists and review with musicians. l Practice your first dance wearing your bridal shoes. l Design and order your wedding program. l Confirm honeymoon and travel arrangements. l Call guests who haven’t RSVPed. l Pick up your wedding rings. l Get marriage license no more than 30 days before wedding. l Research how to change your name. l Mail your rehearsal dinner invitations. l Purchase candles, candies, and mints for guest bathroom. l Meet with stylist to discuss and test the makeup and hair.

1-2 WEEKS before the big day…

l Have your final wedding gown fitting. l Finalize wedding-day schedule (receiving-line order) and share with attendants, parents, and all vendors. l Confirm all of your beauty appointments. W W W.FA C EB O O K .C O M / IMP RES SI O NSB RID E

l Confirm pickup times, schedules, and addresses with your wedding-day transportation. l Pick up your wedding dress and accessories. l Pick up the groom’s accessories and outfit—and make sure it fits. l Finalize your vows for the ceremony. l Get hair colored and trimmed (don’t wait until it’s too late). l Confirm final head count. l Give final attendance numbers to vendors and confirm final dates and times for deliverables and pickups after wedding. l Pack for your wedding night and honeymoon. l Create a “wedding box” to gather ceremony accessories (marriage license, candles, ring pillow, basket, guest book) and assign someone to transport. l Prepare a “reception box” for accessories: guest books, cake topper, cameras, goblets, etc., and assign someone to transport. l Prepare wedding favors for transportation to reception venue and assign someone to move them. l Finalize your seating arrangements (making sure you involve both sets of parents) and submit a plan to your caterer. l Prepare place cards. l Confirm dates, times, and locations for photo and video sessions. l Confirm dates, times and locations with all vendors.

THE DAY BEFORE the big day…

l Prepare payment and tip envelopes; indicate distributors. l Hand out assignment lists and checklists to all parties. l Give ceremony box, reception box and favor box to the appropriate parties for transportation. l Assign someone to mail your announcement cards. l Gather your dress, accessories, and bridal emergency kit. l Get a manicure, pedicure, and massage. l Rehearse ceremony with officiant and wedding party. l Try to relax and get a good night’s sleep.

THE WEDDING DAY Your big day is finally here! You may be nervous, but try to eat breakfast and lunch, if applicable. Drink plenty of fluids! l Take a lavender bath—it’s very relaxing. l Wear a buttondown shirt for hair and makeup appointments.

AFTER THE WEDDING

l Get your wedding dress cleaned and preserved. l Preserve your bouquet. l Write and mail your thank-you notes. l Complete your name change kit. l Check into your store’s bridal registry completion program. l Meet with photographer and videographer to finalize albums and videos. l Begin your new life as a married couple! Good luck and best wishes for a long and happy marriage from Impressions Bride!  VOLUME 9 / 2018

BRIDALDIRECTORY VENUES

BRIDAL EXPOS & SHOWS

PHOTOGRAPHY

BROOK VALLEY COUNTRY CLUB

CAROLINA BRIDAL SHOW

SUSIE ABBOTT PHOTOGRAPHY

311 Oxford Road, Greenville, NC 252-751-1960 • www.brookvalleycc.com

FLOWERS LANDING

220 Pungo Shores Blvd., Belhaven, NC 252-752-4915 • www.flowerslanding.com

HISTORY MUSEUM OF CARTERET CTY 1008 Arendell St., Morehead City, NC 252-247-7533 • www.carterethistory.org

IRONWOOD GOLF & COUNTRY CLUB

200 Golf Club Wynd, Greenville, NC 252-752-4653 x 219 • www.ironwoodgolf.com

ROCK SPRINGS CENTER

Hwy 43 North, Greenville, NC 252-830-8900 • www.rockspringscenter.com

TRIPP FARMS

5151 US-264, Greenville, NC 252-714-7033 • www.trippfarmsnc.com

Rock Springs Center, Greenville, NC 252-830-8900 www.rockspringscenter.com

EASTERN CAROLINA BRIDAL EXPO Greenville Conv. Center • 252-975-8540

THE BRIDAL EXPERIENCE

Washington NC Civic Center 252-349-0473 • www.facebook.com/IBXWA

HAIR, MAKE-UP & SPA THE SPA AT MERLE NORMAN

608 East Arlington Blvd., Greenville, NC 252-756-8404 • www.thespamerlenorman.com

JEWELRY ROBINSON JEWELERS

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We were overwhelmed by the wonderful pictures submitted in our Facebook Impressions Bride contest. Although we could only pick four, all couples deserve a spotlight. Below are the other entries. Watch our page — www.facebook.com/impressionsbride — for next year's contest!

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