WeddingDay Magazine - Central Indiana Issue 2 2016

the best guide for the midwest bride

ALL YOU NEED IS LOVE & DESSERT DESSERTS BEYOND THE CAKE

DO YOU NEED

A WEDDING COORDINATOR,

PLANNER OR DESIGNER?

A BALLET-INSPIRED

COVER SHOOT

+DON’T CALL IT A TREND:

WHY BARN

WEDDINGS

ARE HERE TO STAY

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PREMIER CATERING. EXCEPTIONAL DINING. IMPRESSIVE VENUES.

We work tirelessly to make sure every detail is perfect. We’re locally owned and have a dedicated staff you can trust. Have your reception at our signature venue - The Marott, our southside location - The Grand Manor, or anywhere else, and we’ll be behind the scenes working for you.

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Photos courtesy of Bungalow Photography, LinneaLiz Photography, Kristen Lynn Photography & Loumar Studios

A joyous wedding comes with a lot of preparation; we can help make it a little easier. When it comes to your wedding, our goal is simply this: to help you have the most memorable day of your life.

Picture Perfect

Happily Ever After

Magical Memories

Broadmoor Country Club is the perfect location for your wedding reception, ceremony and rehearsal dinner. Our 200+ acre Donald Ross Golf Course provides a stunning backdrop for any special occasion.

Our personalized service, executive chef and professional staff are here to help you have one of the most memorable days of your life.

Contact Woo Brower at 317-251-9444 x214 or at wbrower@broadmoorcc.com to see why Broadmoor Country Club is the perfect place for your wedding.

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VENUE

The Palladium at the Center for the Performing Arts Carmel, IN thecenterfortheperformingarts.org

Cory & Jackie Wedding Photographers coryandjackie.com

PLANNER & DESIGNER Tara Nicole Weddings & Events Noblesville, IN taranicoleweddings.com

LINENS

Isibeal Studio Indianapolis, IN isibealstudio.com

DRESS, VEIL & EARRINGS

PHOTOGRAPHER

Wildflower Linens wildflowerlinens.com

FLORAL ARTIST & STYLIST

HAIR & MAKEUP La Dolce Salon & Spa Carmel, IN ladolcesalon.com

CAKE

Bridal Superstore by Posie Patch Indianapolis, IN posiepatchbridalsuperstores.com

Classic Cakes Carmel, IN classiccakescarmel.com

SHOES

CHINA

Jimmy Choo jimmychoo.com

MODEL

Ali Perkins, Helen Wells Agency Indianapolis, IN helenwellsagency.com

West Elm westelm.com

CHINA

Anthropologie anthropologie.com

CORY & JACKIE WEDDING PHOTOGRAPHERS // About the Photographers We are Cory & Jackie. We are wedding photographers, international travelers, followers of Jesus, lovers of good food & wine, coffee snobs, smitten by sailboats & Sperry’s, and we are crazy in love.

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FROM THE EDITOR You hear it and feel it—wedding planning can be so overwhelming!

Options, options and more options! If you’re anything like me, too many options can be mind-boggling—but know and trust that WeddingDay is here to help! Keeping up with the latest and most popular trends and topics is what we do at WeddingDay, whether via our print magazine, website at weddingday-online.com, or through our social media pages on Facebook, Instagram, Pinterest or Twitter. Our own inspiration gallery is filled with thousands of beautiful images and articles that are relevant to you—the Midwest bride—and provided by our own local businesses to save you time in tracking down that must-have item.

Finding your own style, picking the perfect dress and nailing down your dream reception venue—and of course, the ring you’ve always wanted— are some serious decisions facing every bride. With each and every decision you face, WeddingDay is your best friend!

Be sure to register with us, www.weddingday-online.com, and follow us on Facebook, Instagram, Pinterest and Twitter for that much needed inspiration. In addition to inspiration, you just might find some budget relief and win a prize!

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EDITORIAL

Jenna Guerin - Editorial Director Kathy Jonas - Contributing Editor

CREATIVE

Kaitlyn Smale - Creative Director

ADVERTISING SALES

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THE WEDDING STORY OF Rebecca & Daniel at Indianapolis Art Center

HAIRDOS TO SAY “I DO” TO Hair Inspiration from Local Stylists

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PLANNERS, COORDINATORS & DESIGNERS, OH MY! Which One Should You Hire?

LOVE AT FIRST BITE Desserts Beyond the Cake

COVER SHOOT

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FOOD TRUCKS 11 Trucks that are the “Wheel Deal” 10

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BARN WEDDINGS ARE HERE TO STAY Here’s Why 18

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Fine Art Wedding

THE WEDDING STORY OF Elizabeth & Alec at CANAL 337 58

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Zionsville

The

First Dance

that lasts a lifetime . . .

Let the world leader in dance instruction show you just how quickly and easily you can learn

A SOPHISTICATED MATCH The upscale, urbane setting of the Renaissance Indianapolis North Hotel is the perfect match for your special day.

Contact one of our Sales & Catering Account Managers, Molly Snyder at 317.814.2511 or McKenzie White at 317.814.2510 or visit renaissanceindianapolis.com.

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You may not remember the flowers or the favors,

but you’ll remember if you had fun.

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where plans come together.

Call us and find out how we make planning the big day easy!

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FEATURED WEDDING

REBECCA & DANIEL JACOBSON

Rebecca Elayne Dixon met Daniel Jacobson while working on a digital magazine for a class at Ball State University. She wanted to use one of his videos in her project. After graduation, she ran into him at a concert in Indianapolis. “I recognized him by his camera and dark-rimmed glasses.”

Rebecca says. “We hit it off right away.” But he was moving to England and she was moving to Florida. But in 2011, he moved back and asked her for help with a website for his video work and romance developed.

June 13, 2015 INDIANAPOLIS, INDIANA PHOTOGRAPHED BY PERREGEAUX WEDDING PHOTOGRAPHY 10

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THE PROPOSAL

mixing it up A CREATIVE COUPLE THROWS AN URBAN GARDEN PARTY

The two went to a Real Estate concert in St. Louis, Rebecca’s hometown. The couple’s first date had been to see that group perform. During the break before the encore, she asked him if he had gotten any great photos. He put his camera in front of her and began playing a video including footage from the first concert they attended together with text between each video clip telling their story. The final slide said: I love you. He then presented a ring, proposed and she “cried like a baby amongst a few hundred people in the crowd.”

PERREGEAUX WEDDING PHOTOGRAPHY

SEASON // SUMMER STYLE // ELEGANT, MODERN FLOWERS // PEONIES, ROSES, HYDRANGEAS COLORS //

champagne

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MIXING IT UP // Featured Wedding

ADVICE FROM THE bride

“Hire a day-of coordinator if you’re planning a larger event. She worked with Sarah from Plum and Poppy.

“Sarah kept everything moving and on schedule, and we ended up having 30 extra minutes for dancing at the end of the night because of their hard work and support.”

THE DRESS Rebecca did some online research, discovering designer Love Marley. She ordered a light, flowy dress with vintage-inspired silver beading. Once it arrived, it was love at first sight. “When I tried it on, it made me feel like a boho, ballerina gypsy, which was a dream come true,” she says.

THE COLORS Rebecca wanted a color palette that was timeless and classic and complemented the late spring/early summer season so she picked natural colors such as champagne, white, and sage green, accented with gold and natural textures.

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THE DÉCOR The urban summer garden party came together using long farm tables as head tables, accent tables for displaying dÊcor and standing chalk boards for guest messaging, provided by Violet Vintage.

FAVORITE MEMORY Rebecca says there are quite a few, but she likes thinking about pausing to look at guests during the dinner with the music of Sam Cooke playing in the background.

PERREGEAUX WEDDING PHOTOGRAPHY

THE THEME The bride and groom wanted to throw an urban garden party and The Indianapolis Arts Center provided the perfect location to see their particular vision become a reality. Rebecca described the setting as intimate and non-traditional with lots of natural greenery and shade.

The weather cooperated, allowing an outside reception with access to art galleries and air conditioning.

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MIXING IT UP // Featured Wedding

THE CAKE The Scholars Inn Bakehouse in Bloomington created a simple, one-tier carrot cake with buttercream frosting along with red and white velvet cupcakes.

WHAT WE

love

The bride and groom gave handwritten letters to their parents. “It was very special and emotional moment for us because both sets of parents provide such strong examples of marriage and support for one another,� says Rebecca.

PERREGEAUX WEDDING PHOTOGRAPHY

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THE FLORAL

BEST PART OF THE RECEPTION

Amanda at White Heart Blooms foraged a lot of greenery and created centerpieces filled with nigella succulents. The bouquets and arrangements also included white peonies, white spray roses, white lisianthus, poppy pods, dusty miller, hydrangea and various greens. The head tables were adorned with eucalyptus running down the center of the tables.

With both the bride and groom being wedding photographers, they wanted a reception that differed from the others they had seen. Daniel built a custom dance mix with transitions so every song could be enjoyed from beginning to end.

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FUNNIEST MOMENT In a quick speech to guests, Daniel thanked both sets of parents and paid tribute to his mom and dad’s 27 years of marriage. One problem – it actually was 32 years. “His younger sister made sure to call him out on the error!”

wedding team CEREMONY LOCATION Sacred Heart Catholic Church Indianapolis, IN

FLOWERS Wild Heart Blooms

POPSICLE CART Nicey Treat

BRIDE’S SHOES Nordstrom

RENTALS Violet Vintage

DAY-OF COORDINATOR Plum & Poppy Weddings & Events Indianapolis, IN

BRIDESMAIDS’ GOWNS Bella Bridesmaids

GUEST BOOK Binding Bee

BRIDESMAIDS’ JEWELRY Macy’s

FAVORS Hood’s Garden

PHOTOGRAPHER Perregeaux Wedding Photography

HAIR SALON French Pharmacie

INVITATION PRINTER Paper Source

CATERING & LINENS Mills Catering

MAKEUP Kristen Chase

CEREMONY MUSICIAN John Kirby

CAKE Scholars Inn Bakehouse & Catering

NAIL SALON Lotus Spa and Nails

TRANSPORTATION Broad Ripple Party Bus

BRIDE’S GOWN White Traditions Bridal House St. Charles, MO

RINGS C H Jeweler Engraver

REHEARSAL DINNER Iozzo’s Garden of Italy

RECEPTION LOCATION Indianapolis Art Center Indianapolis, IN

GROOM’S SUIT J. Crew

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Hairstyles to say “I do” to Your once-in-a-lifetime occasion deserves a once-in-a-lifetime hairstyle. Whether you’re looking for pretty and pinned, loose and lovely, or braided and beautiful, these runway-inspired hair looks are both trendy and timeless.

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A. HAIRSTYLE: Under the Veil, PHOTOGRAPHY: Balee Images B. HAIRSTYLE: Krystle Waivio Hair, PHOTOGRAPHY: Alycia Choroszucha C. HAIRSTYLE: Krystle Waivio Hair, PHOTOGRAPHY: Alycia Choroszucha D. HAIRSTYLE: La Dolce Salon & Spa, PHOTOGRAPHY: Kristin Hornberger Photography

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Ashley and Aliy Weddings

Planners and Coordinators and Designers, Oh My! WHICH ONE SHOULD YOU HIRE?

Once upon a time, there were people who helped to plan your wedding and they weren’t called wedding planners. These people were usually mothers, aunts, grandmothers or family friends who assumed responsibility for the behind-the-scenes duties that weddings generally require. It wasn’t a business or a service, but rather a customary tradition that one of the female relatives or friends would take on wedding tasks to alleviate stress from the bride. And they did it for free.

Back then, the typical wedding focused on simplicity and tradition. Fast forward to today, and weddings have become extravagant productions heavily influenced by Pinterest, bridal magazines, blogs and celebrity weddings (looking at you, Kim and Kanye). It’s difficult to pinpoint the exact time or cultural influence when weddings became grand scale, but some attribute the shift to when the royal wedding between Prince Charles and Lady Diana Spencer was televised to almost 750 million people. That fairytale wedding is thought to have set the tone for the grandiose weddings we dream of today.

Today’s average wedding costs somewhere in the vicinity of $30,000 and usually requires 10-15 wedding professionals. And while some may hire a professional planner because they want a large, swanky wedding, most couples hire one because they simply do not have the time to plan an event of this proportion in between jobs, house hunting, kids, and life’s other obligations.

But once the decision is made to hire a professional to assist in the wedding planning, how do you know which type of professional to hire? After all, now couples have the options of coordinators, planners and event designers. And beyond that, they have the options of deciding between full-service planner, partial-service planner, day-of wedding coordination, month-of coordination and à la carte services.

It’s difficult to determine which type of vendor and service is the right fit. We spoke with Brooke Tichenor, owner of savoir faire events, a wedding and event planning studio in Carmel, Indiana about which breed of planning professional best fits each bride.

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WEDDINGDAY: What is the difference between a planner, coordinator, and designer?

ensuring everything according to plan.

BROOKE: A wedding planner is often hired at the beginning stages

During the research and interview process, it is important that couples ask plenty of questions of the professionals, and that the professional clearly identifies and explains the services they offer.

of planning and is considered to be one of the most involved of the wedding professionals. The planner’s focus is logistics. A planner works alongside the couple from the onset, providing guidance and offering step-by-step expertise, throughout the entire process. A fullservice planner will often begin working with couples at 12 months, and sometimes as early as 18 months out.

Some of the more common services a wedding planner offers include assisting with venue selection, vendor referrals, schedules and attending vendor meetings, contract management and negotiation, budget development and oversight, design and styling advice, creation of wedding timelines and planning tools, and day-of execution and orchestration of all wedding day activities. Wedding planner responsibilities vary across the board, and here are a few more services a planner can offer: Guest list preparation and RSVP management Floor plans and guest seating arrangements Procurement of ‘welcome’ baskets, favors, and more Booking and arranging of hotel accommodations Etiquette guidance Travel and honeymoon arrangements The most important role a wedding planner plays is that of liaison between the client and team of vendors – they are the bride and groom’s spokesperson, answering questions, coordinating details, solving issues, and much more on behalf of the client. They are there to make the entire experience a truly enjoyable and memorable one for the client - from piecing together every detail big and small to executing the big picture on the wedding day. Planners are there to alleviate any and all stresses, allowing the bride and groom to not only enjoy their wedding day, but the precious time leading up to it.

The ultimate goal for every planner is to hear “I don’t know what I would have done without you!” These words are music to the ears and confirmation of a job well done and a happy couple. Wedding planners are often ideal for busy, working professionals, couples planning weddings from miles away, those lacking in organization or having a knack for details, and sometimes those who simply have no idea where to begin and need a professional to guide them.

A wedding designer’s focus is to create the visual aesthetic, the overall look and style of a wedding, and will usually do so with a focus on all five senses. A designer will work with the couple in defining and executing a look and theme specific to their personal vision. Designers may work with a couple in establishing a color story, selecting décor, lighting, stationery elements, fabric treatments, florals, and more.

The designer may provide the inspiration, and then contract a team of professionals in every category to provide the specific components needed to create the big picture. There are designers who also offer wedding coordination services for additional fees.

A wedding coordinator is hired to seamlessly execute all of the plans the couple has made and to serve as the liaison with all contracted vendors.

A coordinator typically begins working with the couple 6-8 weeks out (sometimes even as early as 12 weeks out) whereupon they review all details and logistics with the couple, make introductions with vendors and confirm obligations, gather and review contracts, coordinate and manage ceremony rehearsals, create wedding timelines and planning tools, and oversee and orchestrate all activities on the wedding day–

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It is also important to note that venues may have wedding and venue coordinators on their staff. When meeting with venues, the client should receive clarification on exactly what services are provided, and what is/is not included.

Ashley and Aliy Weddings

WEDDINGDAY: Which of your services do you find couples lean most toward?

BROOKE: It all comes down to the bride and groom’s individual needs,

but I have seen a good deal of interest in both wedding planning and wedding coordination services. It often depends on right timing and the right circumstances. I have seen many couples decide to take on the planning themselves in the early stages, and then after several months in, decide that a planner and/or coordinator is needed because they have come to realize the level of detail and amount of time needed to plan a wedding. On the other hand, busy, working professionals have come to me at the very beginning, for they know right away they do not have the time needed to plan a wedding.

WEDDINGDAY: What is one or two misconceptions you often hear about hiring a wedding planner?

BROOKE: Wedding planners will take over the wedding, not allowing

the couple to make any decisions, and will eventually change the bride and groom’s vision. A wedding planner is there to guide the couple, presenting them with the best options based on their vision and budget, not to make decisions for the bride and groom. A great planner will take the time to listen to their clients, understand their priorities and their wishes, and will guide them to the most suitable professionals - and in doing so, will save the client endless hours of research and headaches.

Another misconception is that only wealthy people hire wedding planners. Planners offer packages to meet a wide range of bridal needs. Personalized packages or services are typically offered, and can be tailored to the bride and groom’s individual needs and budget. The couple should not discount the overall value a seasoned professional can provide throughout every stage of the planning process.

savoir faire is located in Carmel, Indiana and is the wedding-focused division of cs accoutrements, llc.

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Let Gigi’s Cupcakes create a one-of-a-kind cupcake arrangement that will capture the beauty of your day.

Whether it’s a bridal shower, a rehearsal dinner or the big day itself, we offer a large variety of boutique cupcakes from which to choose.

From the traditional Wedding Cake to more exotic flavors like Chocolate Salted Caramel, we can create the perfect complement to your special event. Schedule your own private tasting and see why more and more brides are now saying “I do” to Gigi’s Cupcakes.

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LOVE AT FIRST bite

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A. FRUITY PEBBLES BRIOCHE DONUT: Bash Bakery B. LEMON BASIL CUPCAKES: Sea Salt and Cinnamon C. ASSORTED BROWNIE BITES: Bash Bakery D. ASSORTED CUPCAKES & CAKE POPS: Cakabakery, PHOTOGRAPHY: Sam Shutter Photography E. MACARONS: Bash Bakery F. APPLE CRUMBLE PIE: The Cake Bake Shop G. VANILLA ALMOND RASPBERRY CUPCAKE: Sea Salt and Cinnamon, PHOTOGRAPHY: Sara Renee Photography H. CHOCOLATE BLACKBERRY CUPCAKE: Gigi’s Cupcakes I. ASSORTED MINI CUPCAKES: Cakabakery, PHOTOGRAPHY: Amy Carroll Photography I. COCONUT CREAM PIE: The Cake Bake Shop

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desserts beyond the cake Wedding cakes have taken center stage for as long as we can remember and although they will always have a place in our hearts, less conventional desserts like doughnuts, pies, cupcakes, macarons, bars and cake pops are hitting our sweet spot.

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9 TO 12 MONTHS BEFORE Discuss and determine a budget with your groom Document budget in WeddingDay’s budget checklist

2 TO 4 MONTHS BEFORE Book your makeup artist and hair salon for bridal party and yourself

Gather “ideal” guest list from groom, groom’s family and your family

Choose a hairstyle and book a consultation and trial run appointment

Narrow down the guest list as needed to determine venue size and cost estimate

Pick a bakery, attend a cake tasting or two, and order your cake

Choose a date and reserve a venue Select a ceremony site and an officiant Choose the members of your wedding party Hire a wedding planner or wedding coordinator if desired Create an email folder for wedding-related correspondence, a Pinterest board for inspiration, and an actual folder for receipts and vendor contracts Book your main vendors (florist, photographer and DJ/band, etc.)

Have an engagement party to celebrate with friends and family

Buy wedding favors for guests and gifts for wedding party Organize your information to obtain marriage license Purchase your wedding bands Order tuxes for groom and groomsmen/ushers Mail invitations!

6-8 WEEKS BEFORE Send invites for rehearsal dinner to family, wedding party and select guests Attend food tasting with caterer or venue and finalize menu

6 TO 9 MONTHS BEFORE Go wedding dress shopping for your dream dress and order immediately Hire a catering company if the venue does not cater in-house

Meet with florist to finalize flowers Begin beauty treatments (teeth whitening, facials, etc.)

Send DJ and photographer list of songs and list of musthave photos

Shop for bridesmaids’ dresses with the bridal party Design your wedding website with pertinent information

2-6 WEEKS BEFORE

Decide on a honeymoon destination and renew passport

Color and trim your hair

Book your wedding day transportation (limo, bus, carriage, etc)

Have a trial run of your formal hair and makeup

Create gift registry

Schedule meeting with all vendors to plan and finalize details Create seating chart and wedding-weekend itinerary

4 TO 6 MONTHS BEFORE

Print guest name cards, programs, menus and extra stationery

Finalize guest list using WeddingDay’s guest list checklist

Have your final dress fitting

Gather postal addresses of invited guests

Write down your vows and reception speech

Design, print and send save-the-date announcements

Send finalized guest counts with menu choices to caterer

Shop for and rent necessary rental items such as decor, chairs, tables, etc.

1 WEEK BEFORE

Purchase wedding invitations or hire designer to create invites

Re-confirm all plans and times with vendors and wedding party

Start planning your ceremony with music selection and readings

Create an envelope tipping system for vendors

Meet with your officiant regarding ceremony and required premarital counseling

Inform wedding party of any required duties

Finalize honeymoon travel plans

Pack for the honeymoon

Implement workout regiments and diet, if desired

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THE EASIEST GUIDE TO changing your last name

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our newlywed bliss can quickly come to an end when it comes time to endure the dreaded task of changing your last name.

The legal process can often take the romance out of taking your significant other’s last name. If you get yourself organized with the proper documents, the process can be less strenuous, allowing you to continue to revel in your newlywed happiness.

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GET THE ORIGINAL

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APPLY FOR A NEW LICENSE

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UPDATE YOUR BANK

Getting a new license from the local Bureau of Motor Vehicles office requires a few documents, namely your old license, the original marriage license and your new Social Security card.

Remember to change your address if you have moved after the wedding.

The easiest way to do this is to visit your local branch in person.

Take your new license, your marriage license and your new Social Security card, and ask for your name to be changed on your account. Request new checks, debit cards and credit cards with your new name.

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REQUEST A NEW SOCIAL

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CHANGE YOUR LAST NAME

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UPDATE YOUR LAST NAME

If you visit the Social Security Administration’s website, you can find an application for a change of name here. This is a free service. Print the application, fill it out, and include any required documents. You can either take your application to a nearby Social Security office or mail it in. You should receive your new card with your new last name in approximately 10 days.

When your new Social Security card comes in the mail, meet with your HR manager at work to switch your name over. This includes payroll, 401k, your insurance benefits, stocks etc.

MARRIAGE LICENSE FROM THE CLERK’S OFFICE The original license should come from the clerk’s office where your license was filed. One should automatically be sent to you a couple weeks after the wedding.

The original document should have a raised seal and your new last name. Also, it’s a good idea to request copies.

SECURITY CARD

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9 TO 12 MONTHS BEFORE

2 WEEKS BEFORE

Print this checklist and start a Pinterest beauty board

Confirm beauty appointments

See a dermatologist or esthetician to address any skin concerns

Color, highlight or touch up your hair

Start experimenting with hair colors and growing out hair

Attend facial appointment and/or exfoliate skin

Sign up for a gym membership and commit to going 3x week

Prepare envelopes to tip your beauty team

Set weight-loss goals if desired and launch program

Wear sunscreen at all times outdoors

Begin to research or ask for recommendations on salons

Get lash extensions if desired

Experiment with beauty and skin care products

Change your contact lenses

6 TO 9 MONTHS BEFORE Design skin care routine with selected products Add strength training to workout plan Commit to drinking 5 glasses of water each day Purchase vitamins for energy, hair growth, healthy skin and immune system

4 TO 6 MONTHS BEFORE Secure stylist and makeup artist Begin brow rehab: grow them out and have them professionally shaped Settle on hair color Narrow down hairstyles to top 3 Hit the gym 4-5 days a week with a mix of cardio and strength training

1 TO 2 MONTHS BEFORE

1 WEEK BEFORE Spray tan with at-home product or professional application Get a manicure and pedicure Attend waxing appointments: brows, bikini line, legs, etc.

Pack beauty emergency/touchup kit for the big day Go to bed and wake up around the same time each day

DAYS BEFORE Drink water continuously Wash your hair two days before the wedding Sleep at least 7-8 hours each night Get your engagement ring cleaned Clean your ears Touch up manicure and pedicure

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Whiten teeth

Drink a full glass of water when you wake up

Get a hair trim

Begin the morning with meditation and stretching

Schedule facial for two weeks before the wedding

Go for a walk alone

Stop shaving if you plan to get a wax

Eat breakfast and pack snacks for the day

Have a trial run of your hair and makeup

Rinse off in the shower; make sure to keep your hair dry

Have a trial spray tan

Attend hair and makeup appointments Take photos of hair and makeup to send back to vendors

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ate-night snacks give a whole new meaning to the term “night cap.”

Serving snacks or a late-night meal during the dance reception is no longer considered a trend, but instead serves as a much-needed and much-appreciated interruption to the hours of dancing. As the reception progresses, most people have quickly burned off the 6:00 dinner on the dance floor and have filled up on liquor. It’s practically a scientific fact that cardio plus alcohol equals hungry people. By offering a late-night snack, you are acknowledging that you have taken your guests’ needs and comforts into consideration. It’s also a

subtle way to sober up a few of your guests (your hotel and transportation staff will thank you!).

While your guests will certainly welcome any form of free food, hiring a food truck to cater your late-night bite is an avenue worth exploring, especially if you’re looking to create an experience for your guests. When your friends and family have already been wow’ed by your gown, your reception décor, the venue, dinner, and your exceptional taste in dance music—adding a food truck to the mix is like pulling out the ace in your sleeve.

Do you remember that feeling when you

heard the ice cream truck coming down the street? That excitement is synonymous to the feeling that your guests will experience when a food truck pulls up to your wedding (minus the creepy music).

Whether you’re a bride who could eat pizza for breakfast or a bride who never passes up a Taco Tuesday, we’ve gathered some of our favorite local food trucks that cater special events. These food trucks offer options that lend themselves well to the late-night, party atmosphere! Spoiler alert: these menus are so enticing, you may just be tempted to have them cater your entire wedding!

Indianapolis KG SLIDER STATION (317) 829-4239 • keysgourmet.com The Slider Station food truck is the mobile division of Keys Gourmet Catering. The truck menu offers a lighter, contemporary take on everyday fast food—perfect for guests who have taken full advantage of an open bar!

TACOS WITHOUT BORDERS tacoswithoutborders.com Exotic tacos and burritos with global influences? Sign us up. All of this food truck’s tacos are also made from scratch, using locally purchased ingredients, so you can feel extra good about this decision!

BYRNE’S GRILLED PIZZA (317) 737-2056 • byrnespizza.com What is it about pizza that everyone craves at the end of a night? Byrne’s Grilled Pizza delivers authentic, gourmet pizza made on a grill right at your event.

NACHO MAMAS FOOD TRUCK (317) 374-6969 nachomamasfoodtruck.com Is there anything you’d want more than to end your party with nachos? If this wasn’t your favorite late-night indulgence before, it will be after you try Nacho Mamas Food Truck.

DER PRETZEL WAGEN (317) 331-9690 • derpretzelwagen.com Bavarian-style pretzels and pretzel sandwiches, need we say more? End your night with the Big Helga, a pretzel sandwich featuring pastrami, spicy brown mustard, Swiss cheese and slaw. #yes

Fort Wayne BRAVAS HOT DOGS (260) 745-7002 • bravasfood.com Hot dogs are affordable and totally craveworthy during late-night hours. And with options like the Snoop Dogg (smoked bacon, gouda cheese and garlic aioli) and the El Gringo (chili, Fritos, guac and pico de gallo), these are not your Grandmother’s hot dogs.

PIZZA BOMBA (260) 440-6790 • pizzabomba.com New York-style, handcrafted pizza comes from this Fort Wayne food truck! Consider your late-night cravings satisfied.

SPICER’S FOOD TRUCK (260) 415-4287 • spicersfoodtruck.com Spicer’s specializes in making gourmet food with seasonal produce and locally supplied meats. Add a street-fare twist and this menu is a must-try. The menu changes based on ingredient availability, so there’s always something new to love!

Michigan City COOL RUNNINGS JAMAICAN RESTAURANT (219) 210-3885 • coolrunningsin.com Flavor abounds in this food truck that caters Jamaican-inspired fare. From jerk chicken and catfish to warm mac and cheese, this food truck will have everyone gathered at the window all night.

Gary TASTE DA 219 (219) 805-8398 Looking to create a custom menu that reflects you and your significant other?

Look no further than TASTE da 219, a food truck servicing Gary and the surrounding cities.

Goshen THE WEINER SHACK AND GRILL (574) 286-6607 • thewienershack.com Don’t let the name fool you, this food truck offers options far beyond the hot dog! Other options include gourmet street tacos, artisanal burgers and Pesto Parmesan Fries.

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WHY BARN WEDDINGS ARE HERE TO stay A setting sun peeking through wooden beams. Cathedral and vaulted ceilings dressed with romantic stringed lights and chandeliers. Bars made from whiskey barrels and pallets. Historic origins with modern amenities. Acres and acres of serene countryside. They called it a trend—a movement that would soon be on its way out by the time

the following year’s wedding trends were introduced. They said that countryside places and rustic spaces would fall out of step with brides who would certainly grow weary of mason jars and cowboy boots. “They” are the experts who predict what’s on the horizon for what’s in and what’s out in the wedding industry.

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THE DEMAND FOR BARN WEDDINGS REFLECTS A SIGNIFICANT SHIFT IN THE WEDDING INDUSTRY WHICH SIGNIFIES THAT COUPLES ARE DEVIATING FROM THE NORM.

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WHY BARN WEDDINGS ARE HERE TO STAY // Venues We Love

BARNS ARE EASILY PERSONALIZED AND TRANSFORMED TO BECOME WHATEVER IT IS THAT THE BRIDE WANTS IT TO BE.

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Barn weddings arrived on scene in a subtle manner a few years ago, but their popularity continues to gain rapid momentum, and not just with brides looking for the casual, rustic experience. Nowadays, couples are revolutionizing their barn weddings to include every type of wedding theme, while incorporating their own take on tradition. Perhaps that is the enticement of the barn wedding—it can be as elegant, as casual, as rustic, as lavish, or as personalized as a couple wants it to be. That thought alone breaks every stereotype that surrounds the barn wedding. They can no longer be defined or limited within the boundaries of burlap runners, mason jars, chalkboard signs and D.I.Y. Instead, they serve more as a blank canvas where couples can envision and create.

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The demand for barn weddings reflects a significant shift in the wedding industry which suggests that couples are deviating from the norm. Instead, they are embracing their own styles and daring to venture beyond tradition and cookie-cutter weddings. The diamond-inthe-rough characteristics that come with barns allows brides to easily visualize their wedding in the venue. And that blank canvas is the perfect backdrop to design a wedding that is an authentic reflection of the couple. Ballrooms, country clubs and hotels seem to carry an expectation of extravagance and luxury while barns are easily personalized and transformed to become whatever it is that the bride wants it to be.

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WHY BARN WEDDINGS ARE HERE TO STAY // Venues We Love

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More and more couples are now expressing their desire to simply create an experience for their guests. In other words, they really want their friends and family to have fun.

And while that certainly can be done within the confines of any venue, it comes naturally within the barn setting with fire pits, animals roaming throughout the grounds, outdoor spaces for yard games, and overnight accommodations. There is just something about attending a barn wedding that tells guests they are going to have a good time.

The barn wedding “trend” hasn’t wavered much in the past years. Instead, the “trend” continues to refashion itself by being a flexible space where brides can virtually design their own venue with any trend or non-trend they want.

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LAKESIDE OCCASIONS Lakeside Occasions is a restored dairy barn built in the 1800s in the heart of Amish country; it still contains much of the original woodwork and has been renovated to provide a cellar for ceremonies, a stage for the wedding party, a converted silo and feed room for the bride to get ready and a balcony that offers panoramic views of Emma Lake.

2595 S 625 W, Topeka, IN 46571 (260) 336-0038 • lakesideoccasions.com BLISSFUL BARN Blissful Barn was originally built in the 1800s and has just finished renovations in time for the summer wedding season. This two-story barn offers space for up to 200 guests and includes amenities like bride-and-groom suites, restrooms, WiFi, electricity, sound system and more. The three-acre grounds feature a sparkling stream, koi pond, gazebo and surrounding fields.

4706 Watson Rd, Three Oaks, MI 49128 (269) 697-1829 • blissfulbarn.com MARTIN’S BARN ON KNOB CREEK Martin’s Barn is an exclusive lifestyle venue recently completed in 2015. The barns and grounds feature an authentic nineteenthcentury barn moved from Pennsylvania to the Indiana farm, luxury groom and bridal suites, a modern bar, rolling dance floor and amphitheater, heat and air conditioning, along with extremely spacious guest areas.

555 Little Salt Creek Run, Bedford, IN 47421 (812) 508-9868 martinsbarnonknobcreek.com HAPPILY EVER AFTER BARN WEDDINGS AND EVENTS Happily Ever After Barns offers two locations southwest of beautiful Bloomington. The first barn is a family farm located off a secluded private road. The second is located at Lamplight Country Village. The interior features a one-story, shabby chic atmosphere with a beautiful loft.

5290 East State Road 58, Elnora, IN (812) 606-6969 happilyeverafterbarnweddings

MUSTARD SEED GARDENS Mustard Seed Gardens, nestled in the heart of the Indiana countryside is a unique setting, rich in history with roots dating back to the mid-1800s. Located on the original Metsker Plantation is the “Olde Barn,” which has been completely converted to a one-ofa-kind wedding and event facility that offers old world charm and modern conveniences.

Outdoor amenities include a bar, a fireplace, a pergola and waterfront views. Indoors, the venue can seat 200 guests comfortably.

MONTGOMERY FARMS Montgomery Farms is a 150-year-old, two-story barn located on 40 acres of countryside complete with a pond and wooded background. The barn has stringed lights overhead, a fenced-in children’s play area, and furniture and décor available to couples. There is also The Farmhouse which is available for the bride and her bridesmaids to get ready in. With access to the entire property, couples have several options for hosting ceremonies and receptions.

77 Metsker Lane, Noblesville, IN 46062 (317) 776-2300 • mustardseedgardens.com

1122 E Radio Tower Road, Underwood, IN 47177 (812) 752-2300 • montgomery-farms.com

THE BARN ON MARYLAND RIDGE Situated on a working cow farm and amongst the rolling Bloomington country, The Barn on Maryland Ridge had their grand opening on Memorial Day weekend. The rustic barn can hold up to 150 guests. Amenities include table, chair and linen rental, an outdoor fire pit, restrooms, and bridal suite.

5347 South Greene County Line Road, Bloomington, IN 47403 812.327.4895 thebarnonmarylandridge.com MIKE’S MUSIC AND DANCE BARN Mike’s Barn is a country music venue in the heart of Brown County. While it operates as a bar and dance club, it is available for weddings and other private events featuring a large wooden dance floor.

2277 IN-46, Nashville, IN 47448 (812) 988-8636 • mikesmusicbarn.com THE BARN ON BOUNDARY The Barn on Boundary offers couples 5,400 square feet of floor space with two levels, allowing couples to hold a ceremony upstairs and a reception downstairs of about 300 guests. The original details are still intact in the barn including original woodwork, a hand-built bar and horse stalls. The rich architecture paired with chandeliers, string lighting and open floor plan completes the four acres of countryside The Barn sits on.

VINTAGE OAKS BANQUET BARN A long winding driveway leads to the privately nestled Vintage Oaks Barn. The barn was originally constructed in 1837 and after a series of renovations, will be open for the 2016 summer season. Renovations include restrooms, the addition of chandeliers, a newly constructed loft, new windows, and another barn door. Currently, the barn can seat 168 people, but once the loft is completed, there will be more space for up to 250 guests.

1150 West, Delphi, IN 46923 (217) 972-0583 vintageoaksbanquetbarn.com THE LOFT AT WALNUT HILL FARM The Loft is a 147-acre rustic farm nestled in the rolling hills of south central Indiana.

The Dutch Hoop Barn has been restored featuring original architecture with a 22foot ceiling, walnut walls, pine floors and antique chandeliers. The barn is climate controlled and can accommodate 230 for a ceremony and 140 for a reception. Another reception possibility is the covered pavilion which is able to accommodate 300 people.

Additional amenities include dressing rooms, a warming kitchen, an onsite cottage, and an outdoor deck.

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Sara’s Harmony Way Stop in, get comfy in a leather chair, have a coffee and a pastry, sample some wine or have a pint of Indiana’s first beer, brewed exclusively for Sara’s. Take home a bottle or two, browse our gifts and antiques and ask about Sara’s catering – including renting one of the few remaining Harmonist homes for your event.

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THE ROOFLESS CHURCH The Roofless Church An interdenominational church with the concept of only one roof, the sky. Upon entering the Roofless Church, it is evident that you have chosen a place for your wedding that is significant and divine. The impressive beauty and spiritual devotion of this space must be interpreted by each individual through his own beliefs.

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Yellow Tavern The Yellow Tavern serves a variety of sandwiches, pizza, pork chops, T-bone steaks and grilled salmon. We also offer bread pudding and cheesecake as our signature desserts.

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Catering and wedding rehearsal dinner events are available for 12-50 people.

This beautifully crafted building is an inspiring place to host your wedding ceremony, reception and/or both. The massive stone walls, 10’ windows and the large timber framed hall on the second floor make for a unique yet magnificent setting for your event.

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After seven years of dating, Alec wanted to catch Elizabeth off guard. They both work in advertising in Chicago and had planned to meet a group of friends coming into town. But when one of those not-so-unusual snowstorms forced them to change plans, they decided to spend a quiet evening at home.

“That evening I was reading in bed when Alec came in and got down on one knee. It was perfect and low key and relaxed,” says Elizabeth. They walked through Lincoln Park Zoo in the snow, and afterwards went to their favorite restaurant.

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THE DRESS Elizabeth estimates that she tried on more than 100 dresses in Chicago, admitting she was indecisive and found she loved too many of them. While home for the weekend, she went into The Wedding Studio in Carmel with her mom and sister, who were more than a little fed up with her inability to make a decision. She picked a gorgeous blush dress and when her dad came to see her, decided that was the one.

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THE DÉCOR Romantic and light is how Elizabeth describes the vision she had in mind for her wedding reception. Canal 337 provided the industrial backdrop she wanted, but she added lace, light colors and candles and silver accents to “pop” against the venue. Mismatched chandeliers, table candelabras and back-lit cocktail table linens also added to the bride’s very particular tableau.

FUNNIEST MOMENT Despite the meticulous attention to detail, the bride and groom were so busy saying goodbye to everyone and making sure everything was settled at the venue that they missed the shuttle back to the hotel and had to take an Uber. Once back at the hotel, they realized they didn’t have a room key or any identification. Luckily, the fact that Elizabeth was wearing a wedding gown was enough to gain entrance to the bridal suite!

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THE COLORS “I do not consider myself a pink person, but I was very drawn to all the blush and white wedding décor I saw on Pinterest.” While her future husband was not sure at first, she convinced him and soon he was happily buying blush pockets squares for his groomsmen at The Tie Bar.

FAVORITE MOMENT OF THE CEREMONY “The chandeliers hanging from the rafters were gorgeous as I walked down the aisle, and the ceremony was short and sweet.”

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THE CAKE “I love cake,” Elizabeth says, referring to friends who aren’t as passionate about this wedding tradition. Heavenly Sweets designed a butter cake with a layer of caramel filling and another with an apricot filling. A ruffled blush bottom layer with silver details incorporated the simple outer layer to complement the decadent flavors inside.

ADVICE FROM THE bride

“I don’t know what I would have done without our wedding planner, Laura Lim. While there are so many great D.I.Y. tutorials and Pinterest wedding planning guides, a wedding planner was worth the splurge for ease of mind. The day could not have been more flawless or relaxed.”

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THE FLORAL Elizabeth wanted the flowers to be primarily white with a hint of blush added. Posh Petals helped steer clear of the wrong shade of pink, finding the right blush color for the season. The bouquets were made up of white roses, nosegay and peonies with a few blush peonies.

At the reception, mercury vases held hydrangeas, roses, anemones and mums, and floating peonies sat atop the cocktail tables. The bride was adamant she wanted minimum greenery throughout.

wedding team CEREMONY & RECEPTION LOCATION CANAL 337 Indianapolis, IN WEDDING PLANNER Eventfull Planning PHOTOGRAPHER Nathaniel Edmunds Photography VIDEOGRAPHER Indy Visual CATERER Thomas Caterers of Distinction CAKE Heavenly Sweets FLOWERS Posh Petals

WEDDING GOWN The Wedding Studio

RINGS Distinctive Diamonds

HAIR SALON Kathryn’s Bridal Bar

BRIDE’S SHOES Nordstrom

MAKEUP Makeup by Ashley Neu, MUA

BRIDESMAIDS’ EARRINGS Ann Taylor

NAILS Polish Nail Salon

INVITATIONS Westwood Paper Company

GROOM’S SUIT Suit Supply

CEREMONY MUSICIANS Dolce Trio

RENTALS Wow Factors

RECEPTION BAND Zanna-doo!

TRANSPORTATION Antique Limousine of Indianapolis

OFFICIANT Indy Wedding Officiants REHEARSAL DINNER Mesh Restaurant

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To better serve our brides, Happily Ever After Barn Weddings and Events is now offering two locations off of Interstate 69. Both venues are centrally located and easily accessible from all directions. Near Bloomington, the home of Indiana University, you will find a genuine post-and-beam, large rustic barn that sits in the heart of a cattle farm at mile marker 103. This family farm is nestled off a secluded private country road on the hillside of an authentic Hoosier Hills Farm. At exit 76, Odon/Elnora, Happily Ever After also has a beautiful barn at Lamplight Country Village. The interior features a one-story, shabby chic interior with a beautiful loft for an enchanting setting for your wedding.

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V E NUE The Palladium at the Center for the Performing Arts Carmel, IN PHOTO G RAP HE RS Cory & Jackie Wedding Photographers PL ANNER & D E S IG NE R Tara Nicole Weddings & Events F L ORAL AR TIS T & S TYLIS T Isibeal Studio DRESS, VEI L & E ARRING S Bridal Superstore by Posie Patch HAIR & MAKE UP La Dolce Salon & Spa CAKE Classic Cakes LINE NS Wildflower Linens S HO E S Jimmy Choo CHINA West Elm & Anthropologie MO D E L Ali Perkins, Helen Wells Agency

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THE VISION Appropriately titled “Fine Art Wedding,” this cover shoot was designed to create a whimsical, painterly feel drawing inspiration from ballet dancers in classic interiors, the elements of early spring, and timeless details. Tara Steele with Tara Nicole Weddings and Autumn Keller of Isibeal Studio conceptualized the cover shoot and illustrated each detail to be elegant and graceful, drawing on the graceful postures and fluid motion of a ballet dancer to bring all of the details together seamlessly.

“We titled it ‘The Fine Art Wedding’ because of our careful curation of each element used, from handdyed silk table runners and hand-rolled and lettered name cards, to jewel-like spring blooms, and the delicate beauty of film photography,” says Tara.

With those elements serving as a creative foundation, the vendor team planned the entire shoot around light seasonal tones anchored by a touch of dark. The result was a fairytale cover shoot that accentuated fanciful and romantic details.

THE STATIONERY Custom handmade invitations were designed to reflect an heirloom feel with letterpress printing and hand-deckled edges. Tara and Autumn requested a light gray and ivory paper suite customized with the addition of the venue illustration on the details card. Old-fashioned calligraphy style by Manayunk Calligraphy, encased in slate gray envelopes and gold letterpress on light gray handmade paper offered the perfect combination.

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THE VENUE Knowing they were after a light and airy feel for the overall look, Tara and Autumn went in search of a venue that offered tall windows and natural light because they wanted to capture film photographs along with digital photos. When they came across The Palladium in Carmel, Indiana, they knew they had found their venue. The Palladium features a domed European-style design with surround theater seating, impressively high ceilings, large windows and marble architecture. The wood floors, the pale French blue and green wall tones and natural light set the stage that was necessary for the concept.

THE FLORAL Isibeal Studio selected flowers that were only available seasonally and accented them with open garden roses shipped from a family grower in Oregon. Delightfully fragrant little sweet peas, checkerboard fritillaria, helleborus, hyacinth, French tulips and picotee ranunculus were nestled into antique iron vessels for the table while local magnolia and pear branches formed statement arrangements in oversized garden urns. One very special rose named “Mettalina� was chosen for its complex and subtle taupe color.

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THE DÉCOR The decorative sketch played heavily on the spring seasonal tones and fused in slate gray tones for an accent color. The vendor team created a layered texture palette with handdyed silk chiffon table linens, sterling and vintage glass candelabras, other speciality textured linens, layered china textures, and engraved flatware.

“We wanted this shoot to feel as though it were from another century or a lovely dream,” says Tara. “Every element is important in this kind of approach from the architectural elements to the detailed tablescape to the tiny fritillaria in the bridal bouquet.”

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THE HAIR & MAKEUP The bride’s hair was loosely pinned in a soft updo to align with the fluidity and movement of her gown. A neutral smokey eye in shades of brown and a soft, light-colored lip accented the bride’s best features.

THE DRESS Tara and Autumn carefully selected the Justin Alexander gown from the Bridal Superstore. The gown’s deep tonal range, delicate detailing and fluidity harmonized effortlessly with the overall look and feel of the cover shoot.

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Josephiney Photography............................................................ 25

A Party Apart............................................................................... 26

Katherine Murray Photography................................................. 26

Aisle Ready Events..................................................................... 75

Lafayette Limo Inc......................................................................... 9

Allen County Fairgrounds........................................................... 42

LGi Linens........................................................... inside back cover

American Party Time.................................................................. 75

Liby Ball Sewing & Design.......................................................... 76

Andrew Davis Clothiers.............................................................. 80

Loft at Walnut Hill Farm, The...................................................... 76

Arthur Murray Dance Centers...................................................... 6

M.H. Pomander’s....................................................................... 67

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MarDon Salon............................................................................... 8

Barn on Boundary, The.............................................................. 65

Martin’s Barn on Knob Creek.................................................... 67

Barn on Maryland Ridge, The.................................................... 64

Matzke Florist............................................................................. 31

Be Married.................................................................................. 20

Midwest Rentals............................................................................ 8

Bed, Bath & Beyond................................................................... 32

Mike’s Music & Dance Barn...................................................... 65

Black Iris Estate.................................................................... 53-57

Michiana Tents and Events....................................................... 21

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Montgomery Farms.............................................................. 37, 65

Blushing Bride on 17................................................................. 21

Monumental Weddings & Events.............................................. 24

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Morris Estate, The....................................................................... 41

Broadmoor Country Club.............................................................. 1

Mustard Seed Gardens.............................................................. 65

CANAL 337............................................................................ 53-57

Natalie Joy Photography............................................................ 42

Celebrations Banquet & Conference Facility............................ 66

New Harmony Inn Resort & Conference Center........................ 50

Classic Cakes Inc....................................................................... 52

Outpost Catering.......................................................................... 77

Coby Palmer Designs................................................................. 52

Perfect Parties Tents & Events................................................... 76

Community Life Center.............................................................. 24

Photography by Kelly & Justin................................................... 40

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Debonair Weddings........................................................................ 77

Rentalex Professional Events.................................................... 42

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Events of Harmony......................................................................... 50

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Ruth’s Chris Steak House.......................................................... 43

First Class Catering.................................................................... 66

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Fountain Square Ballroom............................................................ 7

Savoir Faire Events....................................................................... 9

Gigi’s Cupcakes.......................................................................... 25

Scottish Rite Events.............................................................. 53-57

Hampton Inn & Suites................................................................... 7

Social Butterfly Planning............................................................ 37

Hampton Inn Downtown............................................................. 74

Sorg Jewelers............................................................................. 21

Happily Ever After Barn Weddings & Events............................ 64

Sovereign Catering..................................................................... 31

Helen Wells Agency.................................................................... 52

Studebaker National Museum.................................................. 40

Hilton Indianapolis Hotel & Suites............................................ 75

Sunny Moon Great DJ Entertainment.......................................... 6

Holiday Inn Fort Wayne............................................................... 20

Tara Nicole Weddings & Events................................................ 26

Honeymoon Dreams.................................................................. 40

Terry’s Catering........................................................................... 76

Indiana Landmarks Center........................................................ 67

Thomas Caterers of Distinction.............................................. 53-57

Indiana Memorial Union............................................................... 2

University Catering........................................................................ 37

Indianapolis Artsgarden................................................................ 9

Vintage Oaks Banquet Barn........................................................ 65

Indianapolis Bride Expo....................................................... 16, 78

Wedding Gypsies........................................................................... 8

Indianapolis Wedding Professionals Network........................... 74

Yellow Tavern............................................................................... 51

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