NOLA Wedding Guide Spring 2014 by NOLA Wedding Guide

The First Look: Is it Right for You?

14 Health Tips for the Modern Bride Spring 2014

HOT Colors for

2014

wedding tales Email us for details on how you can have your wedding tale featured in our next issue!

announcements@nolaweddingguide.com Email us or go online for submission details announcements@nolaweddingguide.com See our featured wedding tales Grace Smith and David Manzella, Jr Page 33

Ashlee Johnson and Joshua Hunter Page 49

Natalie Ferrara & Jonathan Stoltz Page 62

Charlena Steward and Kelvin Robey Page 73

Tara Rodrigue & Michael Giambelluca III Page 91

Yasmin Aklilu & James Washington III Page 101

in this issue 4

Letter From the Editor

5 Bakeries 11 Venues and Catering 18 English Turn 52 Amour Sur En VĂŠlo: Love on a Bicycle 83 Beauty 94 NOLA Fashion Week 97 Bridal Wear 108 Rock & Bowl Brass & Brides 116 Accessories 121 Event Planning 126 Perfect Look for the Modern Groom 127 Veil Lengths Defined 130 Country Chic at the Elms Mansion 138 Down Annie Lane: Making Dream Weddings on a Dream Budget 139 Florists 144 Love 160 Honeymoon and Travel 163 Limousines 166 The Cost of a New Orleans Wedding 169 Menâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Wear 173 Musicians 176 Professional Tips on Ceremony Music: Part 2 179 Photographers 186 Alternate Wedding Registry Ideas 191 Maid of Honor Duties

Amanda de Lachica & Joshua Segovia Page 105

Kayla Bernard and Jacob Serigne Page 141

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in every issue 68 Featured Couple 72 Weddings Announcements 76 New Orleans Venue Guide 90 Venue 411 104 Wise Bride 118 Louisiana Church Directory 156 Mackie Says! 158 Wedding Almanac 170 Groom’s Checklist 192 Bride’s Checklist 194 Directory of Services 197 Budget Planner

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from the cover 8 Hot Colors for 2014 38 The First Look: Is it Right for You?

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156 14 Health Tips for the New Year

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Letter from the Editor Happy New Year! The new year always brings with it the hope and promise of new beginnings and fresh starts. This is especially true of newly engaged couples who are planning the wedding of their dreams and are soon to embark on an exciting journey together as husband and wife. A journey full of hope, dreams and new possibilities. In the world today, marriage has been discussed in ways never before imagined to people of yesteryear. There now exists the possibilities of open marriage, same-sex marriage, traditional marriage, mail order marriage, marriage swap, and Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m sure some other forms that I have never heard of.

PUBLISHER/EDITOR IN CHIEF Troy Marks MANAGING DIRECTOR Suzy Marks ART DIRECTOR Traci D. Howerton MARKETING DIRECTOR Jessica Bayard

But to me, marriage always comes back to the love between two people. A binding love, before God, in which two individuals become one. A love in which problems, ever present, are tackled and fixed. A love in which grace lends herself freely to each individual in order to help the other in a time of need. A sharing, giving, compassionate love that is slow to anger and quick to understand. A love that transcends the world! I pray that each of you finds this love in your marriage as it is the hope of a brighter future that keeps us all alive. I pray that your marriage is based on faith, love and peace and that this new year floods the earth with married couples who love unconditionally. Change starts with one! Transcend!

SALES DIRECTOR Kelly Massicot

In this issue, we have some fantastic photo shoots that we hope you enjoy. We take you on a Parisian inspired bicycle ride around the world famous French Quarter, back to the swinging 50â&#x20AC;&#x2122;s at Rock N Bowl, to a Country Chic inspiration at the Elms Mansion and to our first ever same sex shoot at the Maison Dupuy. We hope that you can draw inspiration from them to assist you in planning your own wedding.

CONTRIBUTING PHOTOGRAPHERS Stacy Marks Louis Dumser Oscar Rajo Rebecca Tresch

I would also like to invite everyone to check out our new website at www.nolaweddingguide.com. It is full of great pictorials, articles and information to assist you in planning your wedding. I am really proud of it!

AD DESIGNER Stephany Geiling-Cure INTERN Rebecca Tresch Contributing Writers Jessica Bayard Troy Marks Kelly Massicot Aria M. Mason

NOLA Wedding Guide is published quarterly in January, April, July and October, and distributed in the parishes of Southeast Louisiana. NOLA Wedding Guide is a registered trademark of Troy Marks Media, LLC. Copyright 2010. All rights reserved. Any reproduction, in whole or in part, is prohibited without written permission from the publisher. The advertisers in this publication are solely responsible for offers contained in their advertisements. NOLA Wedding Guide does not guarantee, and is not responsible for, any offers made by any of its advertisers.

As always, thanks to the tireless work of my staff and those select vendors who always assist us in putting out the best magazine that we can. You know who you are! Happy Wedding Planning!

TROY MARKS MEDIA, LLC NOLA Wedding Guide P.O. Box 640218 Kenner, LA 70065 504.469.7141 www.NolaWeddingGuide.com www.TroyMarksMedia.com

God Bless,

On the cover: Jacquelyn Lindsey Photographed by Oscar Rajo Photography

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Cake Pulls Anchor - Hope Airplane - Travel and Adventure Penny - Poverty Dime - Riches Heart - True Love Button or Thimble - Old Maid Ring - Next to Marry Baby - Next to Have a Baby Clover, Wishbone or Horseshoe - Good Luck Rocking Chair - Long Life Mirror - Happy Life Wreath - Happy Home Tree - Life of Financial Security Fleur de Lis - Life of Prosperity & Happiness High Heel - Fashionable Life Book - Full of Knowledge Red Bean - Luck Shell - Eternal Beauty Red Pepper - Red Hot Romance Moon - Opportunity

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The Spring 2014 colors are as follows: Placid Blue- Like a picture-perfect, tranquil and reassuring sky, induces a sense of peaceful calmness. Violet Tulip- A romantic, vintage purple, evokes a wistful nostalgia.

ith every season, comes new inspiration in design and fashion. The season dictates the type of materials and textiles used and the shapes and cuts of garments. The change of season also brings a new palette of colors to creatively combine and coordinate. Pantone, the world-renowned authority on color, recently released its Spring 2014 Fashion Color Report. These will be the predominant colors for the entire fashion world this season, including wedding fashion. Since Pantone is the standard language for color communication, from designer all the way down to consumer, most bridal dress shops will carry dresses in these colors. You may want to consider this report when selecting bridesmaids, mother of the bride/ groom and flower girl dresses. These will also be the colors for linens and other textiles such as plastics, so you will probably encounter them when searching for table linens, chair coverings and tabletop items.

Hot Colors for 2014 by Jessica Bayard

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Hemlock- Similar to the verdant shade of springtime foliage. A summery, ornamental green, provides a decorative touch thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s very different from greens of recent seasons. Pair Hemlock, Placid Blue and Violet Tulip with a bolder hue for an au courant look. Sand- A lightly toasted and amiable neutral, conjures images of the beach and carefree days of summer. Try pairing Sand with Hemlock for perfect, natural balance. Paloma- Serves as a quintessential neutral and may be combined with any color for sophisticated poise. Cayenne- A high-pitched red, adds a dash of spicy heat to neutrals, and heightens the excitement when mixed with Freesia.

Freesia- A blazing yellow, a tropical floral-inspired shade, Freesia’s warmth and energy help set the stage for Celosia Orange. Celosia Orange- An optimistic, spontaneous hue. Pair Celosia Orange with Violet Tulip for a captivating vision, much like the setting summer sun. Radiant Orchid- A bold counterpart to Violet Tulip, helps bring the palette full circle with Dazzling Blue. Dazzling Blue- A scintillating, polar opposite to Placid Blue. Surprisingly, these strong, vibrant colors also pair well across the palette: They are perfect companions to pastels, and add confidence and vivacity when mixed with other bold colors. The 2014 Color of the Year was announced in early December 2013, and this coveted title belongs to Radiant Orchid. “While the 2013 color of the year, PANTONE 17-5641 Emerald, served as a symbol of growth, renewal and prosperity, Radiant Orchid reaches across the color wheel to intrigue the eye and spark the imagination,” said Leatrice Eiseman, executive director of the Pantone Color Institute®. “An invitation to innovation, Radiant Orchid encourages expanded creativity and originality, which is increasingly valued in today’s society.” According to Eiseman, “consumers look to spring for renewed energy, optimism and the promise of a brighter day.” Perhaps incorporating some of these colors into your spring wedding will evoke those feelings and make your perfect day that much better.

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Marriage Licenses When you apply for your marriage license, at least one party must appear in person. He or she must have all the necessary information and documents outlined below. 1. State law requires a cerfitied copy of each party’s birth certificate, if born in Louisiana. Passports are not acceptable. If either party was born out-of-state, a waiver can be submitted. If either party was born out-of-country, a valid passport, naturalization papers, or green card, along with a valid state ID card or driver’s license must be presented at the office, and to a judge to obtain a waiver. 2. If either party is divorced, he/she must present a certified copy of the final divorce decree. 3. If either party is widowed, he/she must present a certified copy of a death certificate. 4. Each party must know his/her social security number, but no documentation is required. 5. Both bride and groom will need to complete a marriage license application; forms can be presented by either applicant in person.

Age Requirements If either applicant is under 18 years of age, but more than 16, the marriage is lawful and a license may be issued if the applicants provide: written consent of both parents (or custodian), or an order from a judge or juvenille court. In the event the applicant is under 16, all the above three things will be required.

General Info

ORLEANS PARISH

License Fee - $27.50 Cash or check CBD:1010 Common St., Suite 1245 ALGIERS COURTHOUSE (Cash Only): 225 Morgan St., Rm 201, Algiers Orleans Parish Police Escorts 504.658.6205

License Fee - $31.25 Cash/check/money order WEST BANK: Jeff. Parish General Government Ctr. 200 Derbigny St., Suite 2300, Gretna EAST BANK: Joseph S. Yenni Building 1221 Elmwood Pk. Blvd., Ste 603-A, Jefferson Police Escorts (Anywhere in Jefferson)

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M-F 8:30am-4:30 504.364.2922 504.736.6393 504.465.1480

ST. BERNARD PARISH

License Fee - $25.00 Cash/check 1101 W. St. Bernard Hwy., Chalmette Police Escorts

M-F 8:00am-4:00 504.271.3434 504.271.3434

PLAQUEMINES PARISH

License Fee - $25.00 Cash/check Parish Courthouse (Clerk of Court) 301 Main St., Ste. 108, Belle Chasse Police Escorts

M-F 8:30am-4:30 504.297.5180 504.394.0649

ST. TAMMANY PARISH

License Fee - $25.00 Cash only Parish Courthouse 701 N. Columbia, Covington 985.809.8745 Police Escorts

M-F 8:30am-4:30 985.892.8181

ST. CHARLES PARISH

License Fee - $35.00 Cash/check Parish Courthouse (Clerk of Court) 15045 River Rd., Hahnville 985.783.6632 Police Escorts

ST. JOHN PARISH

License Fee - $30.00 Cash/money order Parish Courthouse (Clerk of Court) 2393 Hwy. 18 (River Rd.), Edgard Police Escorts

ST. JAMES PARISH

License Fee - $25.00 Cash only Parish Courthouse (Clerk of Court) 5800 LA Hwy. 44 (River Rd.), Convent Police Escorts

TANGIPAHOA PARISH

License Fee - $32.50 Cash/check/money order AMITE: Courthouse 110 N. Bay St. Police Escorts (Amite) HAMMOND: 318-A NW Railroad Ave. Police Escorts (Hammond)

License Fee - $30.00 Cash only 7856 Main St., Houma Police Escorts

LAFOURCHE PARISH License Fee - $28.25 303 W. 3rd St., Thibodeaux Police Escorts (Thibodeaux) Police Escorts (Other areas)

Cash/check (985) 447-4841 (985) 446-5021 (985)448-2111

WASHINGTON PARISH

License Fee - $30.00 Cash/check Courthouse Bldg., Washington & Main, Franklinton Police Escorts

504.368.4099

JEFFERSON PARISH

TERREBONNE PARISH

A Louisiana license is valid in any parish in Louisiana for 30 days. There is a 72-hour waiting period between the time of issuance and the ceremony. Only a district judge or Justice of the Peace can waive this. Newlyweds should order a certified copy of their marriage license two weeks after the marriage to ensure that the license has been returned and recorded.

M-F 9:00am-3:00 504.568.3620

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M-F 8:30am-4:30 985.783.6237

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8:30am-4:30 985.497.3331 985.652.7058

M-F 8:30am-4:30 225.562.2270 225.562.2200

M-F 8:30am-4:30 985.748.4146 985.748.6169 985.549.1638 985.542.3500

M-F 8:30am-4:30 (985) 868-5660 (x. 56) (985) 876-2500

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ENGLISH TURN The beautiful grounds and elegant façade of English Turn Golf and Country Club made for the perfect backdrop for this chic shoot. Our southern roots really show through the sophisticated dresses and timeless beauty of our models. We hope you enjoy it as much as we did producing it!

Photographer: Oscar Rajo Photographer Venue: English Turn Golf and Country Club Models: Jacquelyn Lindsey and Giovanna Gambino Dresses, Jewelry and Shoes: Bridal Boutique by MaeMe and Pearl’s Place Hair: Amber Buxton Salon Makeup: Makeup by Meggan Florals: Kim Starr Wise Floral Events

Strapless gown with lace and rhinestone bodice and tulle skirt, rhinestone drop earrings and rhinestone bracelet â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Bridal Boutique by MaeMe

Strapless gown with rhinestone sweetheart bodice and layered tulle skirt, rhinestone drop earrings and rhinestone bracelet â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Bridal Boutique by MaeMe

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Strapless satin gown with ruched bodice and rhinestone accents, rhinestone earrings and bracelet â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Pearlâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Place

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Fitted lace gown with rhinestone accented neckline, rhinestone hair piece, circular rhinestone bracelet, satin shoes with rhinestone embellishment â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Pearlâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Place

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Lace mermaid gown with illusion neckline and floral embellished skirt â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Bridal Boutique by MaeMe

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Receptions Rehearsal Dinners Ceremonies and more..

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3016 S Carrollton Ave Uptown New Orleans (504)861-1700 www.rocknbowl.com

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Let us design an unforgettable cake that captures the flavor of your special day. Let us create an elegant courtyard ceremony under a star-filled sky. Let us wed distinction and perfection into a day you will never forget.

Create the wedding of your dreams with the unparalleled service and splendor of The Ritz-Carlton. For a wedding consultation, call The Ritz-Carlton, New Orleans at 504-524-1331 or visit ritzcarlton.com/neworleans.

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Grace Smith & David Manzella, Jr August 24, 2013

How/When did you meet? We met in high school after Davidâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s family evacuated to Baton Rouge after their home was destroyed by Hurricane Katrina. The rest is history!

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What was your favorite part of planning? Picking the theme and shopping for a dress. Did David help in the planning process? Yes, by supporting my decisions (LOL)! Did you or David cry (or laugh) during the vows? We laughed during the vows when David responded loudly “ I DO!” What was your first dance song? “Let It Be Me” by Ray Lamontagne At your reception, did you stay in heels or switch to flats? I stayed in heels until the second line parade hit the streets. I highly recommend a second line parade it was a blast!

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FRENCH QUARTER’S MOST

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COURTYARD

Set in the heart of the historic French Quarter, this exquisite New Orleans hotel offers charm and beauty like no other venue. Our breathtaking French Quarter courtyard is the perfect setting for both your ceremony and reception.We also offer more than 2600 square feet of elegant indoor space, accommodating up to 250 guests. Choose the space that best suits the size and style of your wedding. For more information, contact our Catering Sales Manager at (504) 648-6114

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The First Look: Is it right for You? by Jessica Bayard

Photos by: Serendipity Studios

here seems to be more of an emphasis on the unique and the individual in today’s society, and it can be seen more and more in today’s weddings. A new trend that is sweeping the wedding photography and videography industry is “The First Look”. This is when the bride and the groom meet each other prior to the ceremony and this emotionally charged reveal is thoroughly documented. This new concept is quickly becoming a great way to get some great moments captured in a very intimate way.

The Reveal The First Look typically starts with the bride approaching the groom while his back is turned. As she makes her presence known, the emotions portrayed on their faces as they first see each other are priceless memories. The First Look can take place at the hotel where both the bride and groom are getting ready or they can opt to have it take place at the ceremony venue a few minutes prior to the start.

Tradition Some brides are still hesitant to do the First Look, as they are superstitious. The idea of waiting until the actual ceremony for the groom to see the bride dates back to an age when marriages were arranged. It was common for a groom to not meet his bride until the actual ceremony. In the event that he didnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t like her physically, the marriage would still go on.

In modern times, the reveal comes when the groom sees the bride coming down the aisle for the first time. The photographer and videographer capture both the reaction of the groom and the bride. The First Look allows for a more accurate depiction of the moment and its beauty, as there are no worries about the stipulations that some churches put on the photographers and videographers. The First Look originated from the Jewish tradition of the bride and groom seeing each other prior to the ceremony to sign the marriage document or Ketubah.

Options Some brides put a twist on the First Look. They will have their groom don a blindfold as she approaches him. Others will have their groom open a door to see his bride. Some take the â&#x20AC;&#x153;Wizard of Ozâ&#x20AC;? approach and are revealed from behind a curtain. Still, some brides get as creative as popping out of a box! The First Look surely invites you to be creative as it is non traditional and has no set rules. So if you are a couple who values their photos and video highly, the First Look can provide extra time to capture great images. You can also enjoy one-on-one time before the ceremony, and knocking out the formal photos early can only help relieve the stress of getting it done after the ceremony.

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“Where the French Quarter Meets the Mississippi...”

Kristy May

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David Tompkins Photography

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Nothing says you’re having a “New Orleans” wedding like the Riverview Room. Our location, views and attentive services await your special day. 600 Decatur 4th Level, Jackson Brewery Millhouse New Orleans, LA 70130

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Plan your wedding with us for a perfect day you'll remember forever. Enjoy creative menu selections, personalized service and an on-site wedding coordinator. Plus, we have what matters most to you like beautiful grounds and event venues, comfortable rooms and great amenities.

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Ashlee Johnson & Joshua Hunter October 27, 2013

How/When did you meet? We first met in August 2002, during a trip to Blue Bayou one summer for my cousin, Devin’s (one of Josh’s best friends) birthday. I was 14 and he was 15. Too afraid to exchange numbers, we let each other slip by. The next year, in 2003, we met again for Devin’s birthday and finally talked and exchanged information. Two weeks later we were boyfriend and girlfriend :)

What was your favorite part of planning? My favorite part of wedding planning was trying on dresses. I’ve always dreamed of that part and I got to do it with my mom by my side! Oddly, the only thing that I expected to happen, but didn’t was...we didn’t cry!

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Did Josh help in the planning process? I’ll give Josh credit for finding our venue. He didn’t want to help too much with planning because he said that it was “my day”, and he wanted me to have everything that I wanted. So he supported my choices and decisions. Did you or Josh cry (or laugh) during the vows? Josh and I did a little bit of both laughing and crying through our vows because we wrote them ourselves. What was your first dance song? “Nothing Even Matters” by Lauren Hill and D’Angelo; a song that we always said would be our “First Dance” song at our wedding since the beginning of our relationship. At your reception, did you stay in heels or switch to flats? I switched to flats because I wanted to have a good time and dance without the worry of my feet hurting. Besides, no one could see them anyway!

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Amour Sur E

Love on a Bicycle

Spring brings new life and new love to New Orleans! Our couple’s bike ride through the world famous streets of the French Quarter conveys just how romantic this city truly is. From the art galleries on Royal Street, to a quiet café in a serene courtyard, to a stoop right beside the St Louis Cathedral, their amorous journey is translated here in this moving, French inspired shoot. Vive l’amour!

Photographer: Serendipity Studios Models: Ayesha Khanna and Reed Tribou Dresses, Jewelry and Shoes: Bridal Boutique by MaeMe Hair: Kyndal Hrapmann of Upsa’ Daisy Salon Makeup: Makeup by Meggan Florals: Arbor House Floral Special thanks to the Bourbon Orleans Hotel for use of the St James Room.

En Vélo:

Lace gown with illusion neckline and open back with floral embellished skirt, rhinestone chandelier earrings, rhinestone bracelet – Bridal Boutique by MaeMe Light gray tuxedo with pink bowtie – John’s Tuxedo

Satin strapless sweetheart gown with rhinestone accents, Green gemstone earrings and rhinestone bracelet, from Rhinestone Runway

Lace dress with high lace neckline and short, scalloped lace edged skirt â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Bridal Boutique by MaeMe

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Natalie Ferrara & Jonathan Stoltz October 19, 2013

How/When did you meet? (Jonathan answered the questions) We met in 2002, while at college through a mutual friend. Natalie and a group of people were studying for a test with my roommate. Natalie and I hit it off and started dating not long after.

What was your favorite part of planning? I think our favorite part of planning was just the anticipation of knowing that our wedding was becoming a reality.

Featured Vendors Church: Mater Dolorosa Venue: Chateau Golf & Country Club Photographer: Photography by Louis Transportation: Celebrity Limousine 62

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Did your fiancée help in the planning process? We both were involved in the planning process. I would say that Natalie had the final say, but I pushed for a few things that I really wanted such as the band. Did you or your fiancée cry (or laugh) during the vows? Natalie cried throughout our vows. The priest even wiped her tears away with the end of his stole. What was your first dance song? We danced to “Born Again” by Billy Preston and Syreeta Wright. This was the same song that my parents used for their first dance when they got married. At your reception, did you stay in heels or switch to flats? Natalie brought a pair of flats, but once the reception starting going and everyone was having fun she didn’t even bother to change and kept her heels on all night.

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Featured Couple

Gianni Baham

Traylon Williams

e held our fourth â&#x20AC;&#x153;Featured Couple Facebook Contestâ&#x20AC;? in December and were once again delighted with a huge response from the many couples and their friends and family that participated. Our winning couple, Gianni and Traylon, won with close to 300 likes! Both Gianni and Traylon hail from New Orleans. Gianni is a fourth year pharmacy student at Xavier University and Traylon works for the Department of Justice.

NWG: How did you meet?

We asked them about their upcoming wedding on June 28, 2014, and how the planning has gone so far. We would like to share their story.

Gianni: If you ask him he would tell everyone that we met in a stairwell, he gave me a compliment and I fell down the stairs. Which of course is not true. We did however meet in a stairwell and he did give me a compliment, but I told him thank you and continued down the stairs without falling. The next time I saw him was

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Traylon: Gianni and I met at Xavier University of Louisiana. I met her in the Admin Building stairwell. I told her she was a cutie. That made her so nervous that she fell down the stairs and dropped her books. Of course, like the gentleman I am, I helped her up and picked up her books. Now she will tell you that never happened.... so no one will ever know.

in the library with a mutual friend of ours. We began talking and our relationship was built from there. NWG: Describe your first date. Traylon: Our first date was awesome. I knew that Gianni loves Italian food and I love seafood. So I took her to Pascal’s Manale Restaurant. It was actually her birthday. At the end of dinner I gave her a pink pearls necklace. Folks were looking and saying “Awwww”. Gianni: It was a very romantic setting and I will never forget it because Traylon wore a paper bib in order to eat his BBQ Shrimp. It was so much fun and the food was so great! NWG: Describe your courtship leading up to the engagement. Gianni: Traylon and I dated about four years before he proposed. Throughout those four years I can say that I knew we would be together forever. Traylon is such the gentleman. My family loves him, and that is always a plus! He is always opening my doors, holding my hand, he tells me I am beautiful everyday, and he always puts me first. I’m such a lucky lady because you can’t find guys like Traylon everyday. Traylon: Our courtship was something that you would find in a perfect love movie. There are so many things we mutually agree upon without arguments. We hang out almost everyday. My parents and friends love Gianni. It was the simple things that she has done that made me realize that I have the right lady in my life. There were many times we both said the same words at the exact same time. This still happens today. One day we both were just talking in City Park and the question came up “If you had a daughter what would you name her?” We both called out the same name. We were stunned. Within the 4 years of dating, Gianni made sure she attended every special occasion in my life, in regards to my education and career. Like me, Gianni shows that our relationship is about us, not just herself. I’m a blessed man.

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other hand, was all for it. So she explained that all we had to do was look towards the St. Louis Cathedral, smile, laugh, and point. It was funny. So we did and the band followed us as we walked. We stopped right in front of the Cathedral and that was a wrap on the commercial. Traylon turned me around and on the bannister above was a huge banner saying “Gianni, will you marry me?” Both of our families were there and the band started to play “Here Comes the Bride” as we walked to the top of the stairs. I was in such shock because this was all a part of his proposal. The band, the commercial, it was so special. He then got down on one knee and asked me to be his wife. Traylon: With the help of BAMM Communications, the proposal was a success. She said, “Yes.” A day after I proposed to Gianni, my grandmother who accepted her new home in Heaven, came to me in my dreams. In the dream, she was getting dressed for my wedding. She kept looking and smiling at me. Someone told me that was her way of giving me her blessings. Thanks grandma. NWG: How has the planning gone so far? Gianni: The planning is going great. I have such a great fiancé because he wants to help anyway he can, and he is enjoying the planning stage. I sometimes wonder who is the bride because he has such a big input, but I can’t complain because that gets some pressure off of me. Our family is also a big help, which I am so thankful for. Traylon: With the help of God, the wedding planning is going better than we expected. Hardly any stress. I want to see her dress, but she told me no. So, I have to wait till June 28, 2014. I want her to have the wedding of her dreams. Our parents are very excited, which is a great thing. Family and friends are calling, texting, and Facebooking like crazy making sure they get an invite.

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NWG: Tell us about your vendors. Gianni: Our photographer is Stacy Marks. My wedding gown and bridesmaidsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; dresses are from Pearlâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Place, and our reception venue is Magnolia Plantation. NWG: Any advice for future couples? Gianni: My advice to future couples would be to always be honest with your significant other, communicate with each other, and always keep God in your relationship. It has been working great for Traylon and I, and I see many more years to come in our future. Traylon: 1. Keep God first. 2. Communicate everyday. 3. Listen to each other. 4. Love each other as you love yourself. 5. Think before you speak. 6. Know that trust is like glass, when it shatters its hard to piece together. 7. Keep family and friends out of your relationship and business. 8. Again, Keep God first.

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Charlena Steward & Kelvin Robey November 2, 2013

Charlena and Kelvin are not the typical couple. Charlena is 63 and this was her first wedding! Charlena had been married before (her first marriage), but as her daughter Brigeanna recalls, “She never wore a wedding dress or had a honeymoon. She married my father in their tiny apartment’s living room.”

Hearing Charlena’s story, some very wonderful vendors, including our very own Kim Starr Wise Floral Events, decided to give Charlena and Kelvin the wedding of their dreams. The vendors provided their services at little to no cost to the couple. It truly is a feel good story and we wanted to share it with our readers.

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How/When did you meet? Kelvin & I met in Winn Dixie on Franklin Ave in 1988. I was shopping and he asked, “Are you a model?” I smiled and said no. I told him I was a hair stylist then asked him what he did for a living. He told me he was a contractor, and then I asked for his card because I needed work done on my house. He did a good job on my place then he asked if he could take me out sometime. I said yes and we started dating. I liked him a lot, but he had no children and wanted to have them. Well, I had four kids, and was done! So we went our separate ways, and he eventually got married and had two kids of his own. I would see him every few years after that, and then we both happened to be single at the same time. The rest is history. What was your favorite part of planning? My daughter, Brigeanna, planned my wedding. The only things I picked were my dress, colors, bridesmaids’ dresses, tuxes, flowers, and invites. The whole thing was her vision. She just turned to me and said, “Pay for it, you need this!” I was a walking ATM! I didn’t know the first thing on planning a wedding. Did Kelvin help in the planning process? YES! My Kelvin picked the reception hall. He was a walking ATM too! Did you or Kelvin cry (or laugh) during the vows? We both laughed a lot!! The pastor told us to hold each other’s right hand; it took us ten minutes to get it right! We were excited and nervous, and just could not follow directions! The whole church laughed. What was your first dance song? It was a special mix of three songs made into one. The first song was “At Last”, the Beyoncé version. Then it faded into “Doing the Butt”. We had a little dance routine to that song. Then it faded into “Love On Top” also by Beyoncé. My bridesmaids and grandchildren danced around us in a circle as we danced! At your reception, did you stay in heels or switch to flats? FLATS!!!! I could not wait to take my heels off! They were not comfortable.

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New Orleans Venue Guide Andreas Restaurant

Austinâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Seafood & Steakhouse

Services: Ceremony, Reception, Rehearsal Dinner, Bridal Shower, Catering Capacity: 5-500 Amenities: Linens, Silver, Lighting, Chairs, Tables, etc. Price Range: Starting at $25/person Deposit: Yes Catering: Provided

Alcohol: Provided

Music: Not Provided

3100 19th Street, Metairie, LA 70002 (504) 834.8583 Contact person: Tia Sommerville nolandreas@aol.com

www.andreasrestaurant.com

Services: Bridal Luncheons, Rehearsal Dinners Capacity: Private Rooms for 10-100 guests Price Range: $34-$40 per person Deposit: Not Required Catering: Provided

www.austinsno.com

Music: Not Provided

Cedar Grove

Services: Ceremony, Reception, Rehearsal Dinner, Parties, Corporate Capacity: 400 Amenities: Tables/linens, Chivari Chairs/ Chair ties, Centerpieces, votive candles, Parking Attendants, Greeters Price Range: $48-$70/person Deposit: Yes, $1000 Catering: Provided

Alcohol: Provided*

Music: Provided**

*Premium bar included on most events **Music provided on most events

717 Orleans St. New Orleans, LA 70116 (504) 523-2222

6533 River Road, Waggaman, LA 70094 (504) 431-5743

www.BourbonOrleans.com

www.cgtplantation.com

Sales@BourbonOrleans.com

Contact person: Jill Mercer info@cgplantation.com

Chateau LeMoyne

Chateau Golf & Country Club

Services: Ceremony, Reception, Rehearsal Dinner, Post Wedding Brunch, Guest Accommodations, Bridal Suite Capacity: 75-100 Amenities: Linens, Tables, Chairs, China, Silver, Glasses, Votive candles Price Range: Starting at $65/person Deposit: Yes, space rental due at signing

Services: Ceremony, Reception, Rehearsal Dinner, Bridal Shower, Bridal Luncheon Capacity: 400 Grand Ballroom, 250 Grand Salon Amenities: Most inclusive, call for details Price Range: $48-$62/person Deposit: Yes, $500 Catering: Provided

Alcohol: Provided

Music: Not Provided

Catering: Provided

Alcohol: Provided

Music: Not Provided

3600 Chateau Blvd., Kenner LA, 70065 (504) 467-1351

301 Dauphine Street, New Orleans, LA 70112 (504) 648-1203

www.chateaugcc.com

www.hi-chateau.com

Contact person: Elle McCaffery banquets@chateaugcc.com

Contact person: Margaret Covert margaret.covert@ihg.com

Edgar Degas House

Crystal Plantation Services: Ceremony, Reception, Bridal Shower, Anniversary Capacity: 400 Amenities: Ivory Table Linens, Gold Chiavari Chairs, Parking, Full Wait Staff, Police Security Price Range: varies Deposit: Yes, $500

Catering: Provided

Alcohol: Provided

Music: Provided

Services: Ceremony, Reception, Rehearsal Dinner, Bridal Showers, Bed & Breakfast Capacity: 300 Amenities: Call for details Price Range: Call for details Deposit: Call for details Catering: Call

Alcohol: Call

Music: Call

Please call for details on catering, alcohol and music

2716 Indiana Ave, Kenner, LA 70062 (504) 467-1636

2306 Esplanade Ave, New Orleans, LA 70119 (504) 821-5009

www.thecrystalplantation.com

www.degashouse.com

Contact person: Donnie Thomas donnie@thecrystalplantation.com

austinsnola@gmail.com

Tchoupitoulas Plantation

Services: Ceremony, Reception, Rehearsal Dinner, Bridal Shower, Guest Accom. Capacity: Reception Style: Orleans Ballroom/250; St. Ann Cottage/75 Amenities: Most inclusive, call for details Price Range: Food pkges start at $55/person; Bev pkges start at $26/person Deposit: Yes, 25% Alcohol: Provided

Music: Not Provided

5101 West Esplanade Avenue, Metairie, LA 70006 (504) 888-5533

Contact person: Amanda McIntyre, Banquet Manager

Bourbon Orleans Hotel

Catering: Provided

Alcohol: Provided

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Elms Mansion

English Turn Country Club

Services: Ceremony, Reception, Rehearsal Dinner, On-site Wedding Planner, Seated Dinners Capacity: 400 Amenities: Linens, Flatware, Lighting, Chairs, Tables, Sound System Price Range: call for details Deposit: Yes Catering: Provided

Alcohol: Provided

Music: Not Provided

3029 St. Charles Avenue, New Orleans, LA 70115 (504) 895-9200 Contact person: Judy Fern info@elmsmansion.com

www.elmsmansion.com

Services: Indoor/Outdoor Ceremony, Reception, Rehearsal Dinner, Bridal Shower, Private Dinner Capacity: 650/Cocktail; 300/Seated Amenities: Tables, Chairs, Silver, Crystal, China. Some packages: Linens/Chair Covers Price Range: $30-$120/person Deposit: Yes, 25% Catering: Provided

Alcohol: Provided

One Clubhouse Drive, New Orleans, LA 70131 (504) 392-2200

Contact person: Racheal Apken or Katie Davis racheala@englishturn.com

www.Englishturn.com

Federal Ballroom

Four Points by Sheraton Services: Ceremony, Reception, Rehearsal Dinner, Bridal Showers, Guest Accommodations Capacity: 200 Amenities: Linens, Silver, Lighting, Chairs, Tables, etc. Price Range: $25-$75/person Deposit: Yes, 25%

Services: Ceremony, Reception, Rehearsal Dinner Capacity: 400 Amenities: Most inclusive, call for details Price Range: call for details Deposit: call for details Catering: Provided

Alcohol: Provided

Music: Provided

147 Carondelet Street, New Orleans, LA 70130 (504) 587-2088 marketing@securitycenter.com

www.federalballroom.com

Catering: Provided

Alcohol: Provided

www.fourpoints.com/neworleansairport

Galvez Restaurant

Alcohol: Provided

Music: Not Provided

914 North Peters Street, New Orleans, LA 70116 (504) 595-3400 Contact person: Tara K. Cartner events@galvezrestaurant.com

www.galvezrestaurant.com

Hamption Inn Convention Center

Services: Ceremony, Reception, Rehearsal Dinner, Bridal Showers, Guest Accommodations Capacity: 450 Amenities: Tables, Chairs/ties, Linens, Silver, Candle Votive Centerpieces Price Range: $59-$61/person Deposit: Yes Catering: Provided

Alcohol: Provided

www.neworleanshamptoninns.com/new-orleans-weddings

Hotel Indigo

Alcohol: Provided

Music: Not Provided

1201 Convention Center Blvd., New Orleans, LA 70130 (504) 293-1200 Contact person: Amanda Baker abaker@highpointe.com

Hotel Mazarin

Services: Reception, Rehearsal Dinner, Bridal Showers, Guest Accommodations Capacity: 55 Seated/85 Standing Cocktail Reception Amenities: Linens, Silver, Lighting, Chairs, Tables, Centerpieces Price Range: $29/person Deposit: Yes Catering: Provided

Music: Not Provided

6401 Veterans Memorial Blvd, Metairie,LA 70003 (504) 885-5700

Services: Ceremony, Reception, Rehearsal Dinner, Bridal Showers, Brunch Capacity: 275 Amenities: Linens, Silver, Chairs, Tables, Glassware, Votive candles. For Rental: Lighting, AV Price Range: $60-$120/person Deposit: Yes, 25-50% Catering: Provided

Music: Not Provided

Music: Provided*

*We Offer Commercial Free Music With Over 100 Stations

2203 St. Charles Ave, New Orleans, LA 70130 (504) 648-2878

Contact person: Alexandra Cocco Alexandra.Cocco@interstatehotels.com

www.GardenDistrictHotelNewOrleans.com

Services: Ceremony, Reception, Rehearsal Dinner, Bridal Shower, Guest Accom., Engagement/Anniversary Parties Capacity: 132 Seated/175 Standing Cocktail Reception Amenities: Most inclusive, call for details Price Range: $85-$100/person Deposit: Yes Catering: Provided

Alcohol: Provided

Music: Not Provided

730 Bienville Street, New Orleans, LA 70130 (504) 200-3111

Contact person: Rachel Olavarrieta Rachel.Olavarrieta@hotelmazarin.com

www.hotelmazarin.com

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Venue Guide House of Blues

Impastatoâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Restaurant Services: call for details Capacity: call for details Amenities: call for details Price Range: call for details Deposit: call for details

Services: Ceremony, Reception, Rehearsal Dinner, Bridal Shower Capacity: 30-1500 Amenities: Linens, Silver, Lighting, Chairs, Tables, etc. Price Range: $75-125/person Deposit: Yes, 50% Catering: Provided

Alcohol: Provided

*We can book your talent for you

Music: Not Provided*

225 Decatur Street, New Orleans, LA 70130 (504) 310-4988

Contact person: Chloe Tassin chloetassin@livenation.com http://specialevents.livenation.com/venue/house-of-blues-new-orleans-new-orleans-la

Catering: call for details Alcohol: call for details

3400 16th Street, Metairie, LA (504) 455-1545

www.impastatos.com

Jackson Brewery Bistro Bar

Jefferson Orleans South Services: call for details Capacity: call for details Amenities: call for details Price Range: call for details Deposit: call for details

Services: Cocktail Style Reception, Rehearsal Dinner, Bridal Showers, Bachelorette/Bachelor Party Capacity: 150-500 Amenities: Basic Linens, Tables Price Range: Food starting at $36/person, Bar $18-32/person Deposit: Yes, 50% Catering: Provided

Alcohol: Provided

Music: Provided*

*In house music provided; band or DJ extra

620 Decatur Street 1A, New Orleans, LA 70130 (504) 333-6914 Jaxbrewerybar@gmail.com

Catering: call for details Alcohol: call for details

www.jeffersonorleans.com

Louisiana Castle

Magnolia Plantation

Services: Ceremony, Reception, Rehearsal Dinner, Juliet Bridal Suite for couple on wedding night Capacity: 300 Amenities: Most inclusive, call for details Price Range: Starting at $875 (elopement) See web site for details Deposit: Yes Alcohol: Not Provided**

Music: Provided

*We can provide catering or you can bring your own **You can bring your own/we can refer

New Orleans Area (504) 455-8700

Contact person: Dolly castleinfo@aol.com

www.LouisianaCastle.com

Services: Ceremony, Reception Capacity: 100 min/600 max/300 Seated Amenities: Most inclusive, call for details Price Range: $32-$52/person Deposit: Yes, $500

Catering: Provided

Services: Ceremony, Reception, Brunch, Rehearsal Dinner, Engagement Party, Anniversary Party, Bridal Shower, Bachelor/ Bachelorette Party, Guest Accom. Capacity: 225 Amenities: Linens, Chairs/Covers/Ties, Silver, Lighting, Tables, Glassware, etc. Price Range: Call for details Deposit: Yes, 25% Alcohol: Provided Music: Not Provided

Music: Provided

818 Elmwood Park Blvd., Harahan, LA 70123 (504) 733-5020

info@magnolia-plantation.com

www.magnolia-plantation.com

Pat Oâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s on the River Services: Ceremony, Reception, Rehearsal Dinner Capacity: 400 Amenities: Most inclusive, call for details Price Range: Starting at $59-$89/person Deposit: Yes, $2000

Catering: Provided

Alcohol: Provided

Music: Not Provided

1001 Rue Toulouse, New Orleans, LA 70112 (504) 648-6114

600 Decatur Street, New Orleans, LA 70130 (504) 561-1200

www.neworleanscourtyardweddings.com

www.www.patobriens.com/patobriens/NO-private_parties/

Contact person: Kimberly Ellison kimberly@maisondupuy.com

Alcohol: Provided

Contact person: Colette Sterbcow or Sue Long

Maison Dupuy Hotel

Catering: Provided

Music: call for details

2536 Edenborn Ave., Metairie LA, 70002 (504) 454-6105

www.jacksonbrewerybar.com

Catering: Provided*

Music: call for details

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Contact person: Libby Landry Bourbon@patobriens.com

Catering: Provided

Presidential Palace

Republic

Services: Ceremony, Reception, Rehearsal Dinner, Bridal Shower Capacity: 500; Seated 250 Amenities: Most inclusive, call for details Price Range: Packages start at $8000 Deposit: Yes, $2000

Services: Ceremony, Reception, Rehearsal Dinner, Engagement Party, After Party Capacity: 500 Amenities: Most inclusive, call for details Price Range: $10,000-$25,000 Deposit: Yes, 50%

Alcohol: Provided

Music: Provided

Catering: Provided

Alcohol: Provided

*Resident DJs are available for additional fee; we can assist with band bookings as well

1800 Vintage Drive, Kenner, LA 70065 (504) 467-3500

828 South Peters Street, New Orleans, LA 70130 (504) 528-8282

www.PresidentialPalace.com

www.republicnola.com

Contact person: Phil/Diana Daigrepont ThePresidentialPalace@gmail.com

Catering: Provided

Contact person: Jessica Talazac Jessica@republicnola.com

Ritz-Carlton

Riverview Room

Services: Ceremony, Reception, Rehearsal Dinner, Bridal Shower/Tea, Guest Accom. Capacity: 800, Seated 475 Amenities: Most inclusive, call for details Price Range: $100-$175/person Deposit: Yes, $5,000 min.

Services: Ceremony, Reception, Rehearsal Dinner, Bridal Shower, Engagement Party Capacity: 125-400 Amenities: Tables, Chairs, White Linen, Chair Covers, Centerpieces Price Range: $59-$65/person Deposit: Yes, $3,000

Alcohol: Provided

Music: Not Provided

921 Canal Street, New Orleans, LA 70112 (504) 670-2837 Contact person: Amy Odinet amy.odinet@ritzcarlton.com

Catering: Provided

600 Decatur Street, New Orleans, LA 70130

Rock n Bowl

Alcohol: Provided

Music: Not Provided*

(504) 525-3000

www.riverviewroom.com

Rosyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Jazz Hall

Services: Ceremony, Reception, Rehearsal Dinner, Bridal Shower, Bach. Party Capacity: 867 Amenities: Linens, Silver, Chairs, Tables, Large Dance Floor, Separate Cake Room, Large Layout Ideal for Large Weddings Price Range: Starting at $25/person Deposit: Depends on Party Size *We will assist with booking, if needed

Music: Not Provided

Contact person: Mary Quarls maryq@riverviewroom.com

www.ritzcarlton.com/neworleans

Catering: Provided

Alcohol: Provided

Services: Ceremony, Reception Capacity: 300/Reception; 200/Ceremony Amenities: Tables, Chairs, Linens, China, Glass, Silver Price Range: Starting at $52/person Deposit: Yes, 25% Catering: Provided

Alcohol: Provided

Music: Not Provided

3016 South Carrollton Avenue, New Orleans, LA 70118 (504) 861-1700

500 Valence Street, New Orleans, LA 70115 (504) 896-7679

www.rocknbowl.com

www.Rosysjazzhall.com

Contact person: Genese Moore events@rocknbowl.com

Contact person: Steve Zweibaum steve@rosysjazzhall.com

Royal Palm

Southern Oaks Plantation

Services: call for details Capacity: call for details Amenities: call for details Price Range: call for details Deposit: call for details

Catering: call for details Alcohol: call for details

Music: call for details

1901 Manhattan Blvd., Harvey, LA 70058 (504) 644-4100

www.royalpalmfpc.com

Services: Ceremony, Reception Capacity: 400 Amenities: Most inclusive, call for details Price Range: Dependent on date, time, number of guests, call for details Deposit: Yes, $1500 Catering: Provided

Alcohol: Provided

Music: Provided

7816 Hayne Blvd. New Orleans, LA 70126 (504) 245-8221 weddings@southernoaksplantation.com

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Catering: Provided

Southport Hall

Steamboat Natchez

Services: Ceremony, Reception, Rehearsal Dinner, Bridal Shower Capacity: 900/Main Room, 100/Glass Atrium Front Bar Amenities: Linens, Lighting, Chairs, Tables Price Range: $35/person Deposit: $300-$500

Services: Ceremony, Reception, Rehearsal Dinner, Bridal Shower, Engagement Party Capacity: Varies Amenities: Linens, Silver, Glassware, Chairs, Tables Price Range: Call for details Deposit: Yes

Alcohol: Provided

Music: Provided

Catering: Provided

Alcohol: Provided

Music: Provided* *Jazz Band

200 Monticello Ave, Jefferson LA 70121 (504) 835-2903 Contact person: Jay Bagnetto info@newsouthport.com

www.newsouthport.com

Catering: Provided

www.southporthall.com

600 Decatur, Ste. 308, New Orleans, LA 70130 (504) 569-1431 Contact person: Melissa Eilers melissa@glnosc.com

www.steamboatnatchez.com

Taravella Manor

The Four Columns

Services: Ceremony, Reception, Rehearsal Dinner, Bridal Shower Capacity: 50-250 Amenities: White Linen, Chair Covers, China, Silverware, Glassware, Chandeliers Price Range: $30-$50/person Deposit: Yes, $600

Services: Ceremony, Reception, Rehearsal Dinner, Bridal Shower Capacity: West Room/600, East Room/200 Amenities: Linens, Silver, Lighting, Chairs, Tables, etc. Price Range: Varies Deposit: Varies

Alcohol: Provided

Music: Provided

Catering: Provided

Music: Not Provided

5240 Taravella Road, Marrero, LA 70072 (504) 340-7797

3711 Westbank Expressway Harvey, LA 70058 (504) 340-4109

www.taravellamanor.com

www.fourcolumns.com

Contact person: Kyle Winkler or Erika Mcfatter recepwtions@taravellamanor.com

Contact person: Brittany Smith john@fourcolumns.com

Tomas Bistro

The Ridgeway

Services: Ceremony, Reception, Rehearsal Dinner, Bridal Shower Capacity: 350 (using all rooms) Amenities: Linens, Silver, Chairs, Tables, Lighting, etc. Price Range: $45-$100/person Deposit: Yes, 25% of base food cost

Services: Ceremony, Reception Capacity: 100-350 Amenities: Tables, Chairs, Standard Linens, Chairs Covers, Sashes, Centerpieces, Elegant Backdrop Price Range: Dependent on date, time, number of guests, call for details Deposit: Yes, $1000 Catering: Provided

Alcohol: Provided

*Based on date availability

Music: Provided*

Catering: Provided

Alcohol: Provided

Music: Not Provided*

*Can be provided for an additional charge

2431 Metairie Road, Metairie, LA 70001 (504) 833.2800

755 Tchoupitoulas St, New Orleans, LA 70130 (504) 527-0942

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Trinity Banquets and Receptions

Services: Small Ceremony, Rehearsal Dinner, Bridal Luncheon, Bridal Shower, Guest Accommodations Capacity: 100 Amenities: Linens (depending on location), Chairs, Tables, Silver, Lighting Avail. Price Range: Call for details Deposit: Yes

Services: Ceremony Chapel, Reception, Rehearsal Dinner, Bridal Shower Capacity: 50-500 Amenities: White Linen, Chair Covers, China, Silverware, Glassware, Chandeliers Price Range: $30-$50/person Deposit: Yes, $600 Catering: Provided

Alcohol: Provided

Music: Provided

1000 Caruso Blvd, Suite 201, Slidell LA 70461 (985) 726-0178 Contact person: Kyle Winkler, Owner catering@trinitybanquets.com

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Catering: Provided

Alcohol: Provided

*Unless it is house music

Music: Not Provided*

316 Chartres Street, New Orleans, LA 70130 (504) 207-5173

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W Hotel New Orleans Services: Ceremony, Reception, Rehearsal Dinner, Bridal Shower, Bridal Luncheon, Guest Accommodations, Bach. Party Capacity: 500 Amenities: Linens, Silver, Chairs, Tables, Lighting Available Price Range: Call for details Deposit: Yes Catering: Provided

Alcohol: Provided

Music: Not Provided

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This reference guide provides you with information on New Orleans’ finest venues for receptions, rehearsal dinners and more. All inforation is subject to change without notice, so please check with the venue for specific details. Some accommodations may be available on a limited or seasonal basis.

Hampton Inn & Suites Convention Center 1201 Convention Center Blvd. 504-566-9990

A historic landmark perfect for weddings up to 400 guests, full-service catering & honeymoon suites

Hampton Inn Garden District 3626 St. Charles Ave. 504-899-9990

A boutique hotel in the heart of the Garden District overlooking St. Charles Avenue & the streetcar line

Hampton Inn & Suites Downtown/ French Quarter 226 Carondelet St. 504-529-9990

Guest rooms near the French Quarter, just steps away from Canal Street & world-famous Bourbon Street

Hampton Inn & Suites Elmwood 5150 Mounes St., Harahan 504-733-5646

In the heart of Elmwood Business Park, close to area wedding reception halls

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our wedding pictures are a way to relive the special moments of your wedding day for years to come. When your photographer gives you the finished pictures and it is time to get them printed, you have an important decision to make: you can either get them printed at a drugstore/discount department store or you can have them processed by a professional lab.

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Though the drugstores may have slightly cheaper prices, the professional lab has the more experienced staff that is dedicated solely to the printing of images. The professional labs do not have seasonal employees who get limited training. They also do not sell anything else other than photo processing. Primary Digital Imaging is a local imaging lab based in Kenner. They work with most of the professional wedding photographers in the city and have been in business for over 50 years. They are committed to providing the highest quality, color photographic services, along with dependable delivery and outstanding customer service. Robbie Holland, with Primary, says, â&#x20AC;&#x153;Your wedding is one of the biggest events in your life. You hired many professionals to make the event as special as possible. As a professional lab, we are making sure that you get the very best quality from your images. This is our primary focus. We are not a store with a lab in the back. Our equipment is state-of-the-art and our staff is fully trained to make sure that the images are printed correctly. Your photographer took extensive time to edit your images, giving you the very best. Therefore, you should make sure that those images are of the highest standard.â&#x20AC;?

Operating Hours 8:00am to 5:00pm Monday through Friday Saturday (by appointment only) Robert Faust Photography

Lab/Mailing Address 3550 Williams Blvd. Suite A Kenner Louisiana 70065

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Vendor 411: Austin’s Seafood and Steakhouse

n the heart of Jefferson Parish lies one of the best places to get mouth watering steaks and CreoleItalian inspired seafood dishes. Austin’s Seafood and Steakhouse in Metairie has garnered accolades for its delectable cuisine from critics and has won multiple awards from local magazines. Austin’s also has many private dining areas for anyone looking for a great place to host a rehearsal dinner, shower and more. They can even cater for any of these types of events. We recently caught up with Amanda McIntyre, banquet manager and daughter of owner Ed McIntyre, to ask her exactly what Austin’s can offer our brides-to-be. NWG: How long have you been in business?

NWG: What separates you from other venues? AM: Our main goal is to ensure that you have an enjoyable and relaxing experience before your big day. NWG: Is there anything that you want our readers to know about you and the venue? AM: Our banquet managers are more than happy to schedule a meeting to go over room options, menu preferences, wine selection, and table arrangements.

AM: Austin’s Seafood and Steakhouse opened in 2003 as an upscale dining option in the heart of Metairie. NWG: How long have you been in the wedding industry? AM: Well, over the past ten years, we have expanded and now offer several private dining spaces that can seat anywhere from 10-90 guests. NWG: What types of services can you provide for a wedding? AM: We are available for private luncheons for groups of 30 or more, serving as the perfect venue for bridal luncheons. We offer several set menus and packages for rehearsal dinners, with the options of both sit down and buffet style. We can customize a rehearsal dinner that will work best for you and your guests. Three to five course menus are available. Petit Filet, Veal Austin, Chicken Marsala, Crawfish Crab Cakes, and Trout Amandine are just a selection of the options available for private dinners.

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Tara Rodrigue & Michael Giambelluca III November 22, 2013

How/When did you meet? Mike and I met about two years ago. We actually met at Vick’s Kangaroo bar. My best friend lived next door to him growing up. We were out in the city and they just so happened to see each other.

What was your favorite part of planning? I think my favorite part of the planning process was getting my wedding dress. We ended up going to 5 different wedding salons and I tried at least 5 dresses at every store. I loved playing dress up as a kid and this process took me back to being a little girl all dressed up and ready for my prince.

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Did Mike help in the planning process? Mike was amazing during the process. He actually called a lot of different vendors shopping around for the best bang for our buck, since we were on a pretty tight budget. Mike was great at wheeling and dealing. He didn’t miss a meeting with any of the vendors and knew when to say the magic words “Whatever you want, we’ll figure it out.” Did you or Mike cry (or laugh) during the vows? No laughing or crying on either end. I had a huge smile from ear to and was so giddy inside. What was your first dance song? Our wedding song was “Let’s Stay Together” by Al Green. I always wanted that song to be my wedding song. We wanted something meaningful and soulful, something we could groove to a little bit. At your reception, did you stay in heels or switch to flats? I stayed in heels for as long as I possibly could, I was pretty proud that I lasted so long. We had a live band so not only was I standing all night but I was dancing, too. After a certain point, I just rocked bare feet, which had a lot to do with the champagne I was drinking. Lol

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What’s New in Local Fashion: NOLA Fashion Week

e, at NOLA Wedding Guide, strive to educate our readers on what is fashionable and cutting edge in the wedding industry here in New Orleans and beyond. In October, we were fortunate enough to be invited, once again, to cover the runway shows of two highly talented designers at NOLA Fashion Week: Jolie & Elizabeth and Libellule. This was their Spring/Summer 2014 collection and it took place at the New Orleans Museum of Art. We saw many beautiful dresses and silhouettes that could easily be used as bridesmaids and wedding dresses. We wanted to showcase this project of love of so many artisans in our community. In its sixth season of providing Southern designers with the soapbox spotlight to gain recognition, sales and accolades, NOLA Fashion Week has grown into what its founders envisioned. The idea was originally conceived from a conversation between co-founders, Nicholas Landry and Andi Eaton over lunch back in the Spring of 2010. They wanted to provide designers that they knew with a platform to showcase their designs without having to travel outside of the South.

“Our hope is that we can continue to work with all of the incredible professionals that we have been blessed to collaborate with and that each of those individuals continues to see growth in their businesses,” says Nicholas Landry. Photographer: Rebecca Tresch Dress Designer: Jolie & Elizabeth

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From that conversation, along with help and guidance by PR Guru Lauren Lagarde, and input from so many other industry professionals, NOLA Fashion Week was born. The first season debuted in March of 2011, and has grown into much more than any of them ever imagined in just six short seasons over the last two years. The three co-founders are also the directors of the NOLA Fashion Council. NOLAFC aims to help foster the growth of the fashion industry in New Orleans and acts as a go-to source for finding what pieces may be missing - no matter what one’s role may be in the industry. While there is no full on “bridal wear” runway show as of yet, Nicholas Landry says he aims to eventually include at least one showing in future NOLA Fashion Weeks. Check out our Facebook page at www.facebook.com/NOLAWeddingGuide to find out when and where the next season of NOLA Fashion week will take place. We will surely be there!

jolieandelizabeth.com Photographer: Rebecca Tresch Dress Designer: Jolie & Elizabeth

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Yasmin Aklilu & James Washington III June 22, 2013

How/When did you meet? It was September 2008 when I spotted my future husband, James. We were sitting in Trust & Estates class at Loyola University College of Law listening to our professor lecture. I remember looking over to my right and spotting this handsome quiet guy typing the lecture word-for-word, while also engaging in a g-chat conversation. Right then, he had my interest. I am a sucker for the “quiet” ones (however, I later found out

he is far from quiet). The following month, at a networking mixer, James finally came over to me and introduced himself. We shared a brief conversation and then went our separate ways. That night I told my girlfriends that he was going to be mine (he didn’t know that though) and I was right! Ever since the mixer, James could not stop chasing me, and I couldn’t have been more excited to be chased.

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What was your favorite part of planning? My favorite part of planning had to be the end of it, lol. I really loved the way everything came together in the end. My guests appreciated all of the work we put in to make our wedding represent us. I had a beautiful wedding and wouldn’t change it one bit. Did James help in the planning process? Yes, he played a huge role in the planning and execution. He actually designed our save the dates, invitations, our monogram, and the trinkets that we placed on each of our guests table at the reception. Additionally, he made the full playlist and its order for the reception. I couldn’t have done it without him. Did you or James cry (or laugh) during the vows? We laughed a lot during our ceremony. Especially when all six groomsmen faked losing our wedding rings. As for during our vows we neither cried nor laughed. What was your first dance song? Louis Armstrong’s “What a Wonderful World.” At your reception, did you stay in heels or switch to flats? I immediately switched to flats after dinner. We danced all night long!

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Wise Bride

“Wise Bride” is a recurring feature in the NOLA Wedding Guide, and includes helpful tips and advice from our “Wise Bride.”

Q: I am having a traditional Catholic ceremony and my fiancé has a mother and a stepmother. They aren’t exactly on a friendly basis. During the presentation of flowers to the mothers, do I give his stepmother a flower as well? - K. Lyons, Metairie, LA

A: Traditionally, you have an engagement party, where people may bring gifts, and then you have the wedding shower, where people may give you gifts that were on your registry. The advent of the couples shower and lingerie shower has indeed added more celebrations and giving opportunities to those who cannot make the traditional showers. It’s up to you and your maid of honor (the typical shower planner) to denote the number of showers.

Q: How much money should you spend on wedding favors? - C. Arnoult, Luling, LA A: It really depends on your budget, but they should be roughly $1 - $5 per person. Some brides see it as a quick way to say thank you to their guests, while others personalize the favors as a means of commemorating the occasion indefinitely. Q: Who am I suppose to invite to the rehearsal dinner? - H. Wilson, Baton Rouge, LA A: Traditionally, the rehearsal dinner is to thank the wedding party for being a part of your ceremony. The wedding party consists of the bridesmaids and groomsmen, the parents, grandparents, flower girl/ ring bearer, and the ushers. Some also opt to invite the presider of the ceremony to the rehearsal dinner. However, these days, the rehearsal dinner has often turned into a mini reception, with up to 150 people attending! You may opt to invite just the wedding party and their plus 1’s. It’s solely up to you and your budget. Q: How many showers is a couple traditionally supposed to have? Everyone seems to have multiple showers. So far we have been asked if we will be having an engagement shower, wedding shower, couples shower, and a lingerie shower. I just don’t want anyone to feel obligated to attend/give gifts for each. - L. Howell, Houma, LA

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Q: Am I supposed to include my vendors in my headcount for the reception? - J. Lozana, Shreveport, LA A: Your vendors that will be with you for an extended period of time, which usually include your photographer, videographer, event planner and band, should be allowed to have beverages and a small meal at the reception. Most brides will allow them to just join in on the buffet style spread on the vendors’ break(s). Some venues have an option to have a separate room for your vendors to have soft drinks and sandwiches, but be aware of what they charge for this. It may be less expensive to have your vendors just eat at the buffet.

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A: Regardless of how the mothers feel about each other, the fact remains that his stepmother is still part of the family and is the one by his father’s side. It would be prudent to honor her, as well as his biological mother with the presentation of the flowers.

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Amanda de Lachica & Joshua Segovia September 20, 2013

How/When did you meet? We met in high school. He played football and I was a trainer. He won me over with his sense of humor, charm, and persistence. He asked me out on a date and the rest is history.

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What was your favorite part of planning? Taking trips to New Orleans and food tastings. Did Joshua help in the planning process? Yes, he was very outspoken (almost groomzilla like! Lol) Did you or Joshua cry (or laugh) during the vows? I’m pretty sentimental so Joshua was so adamant about me not crying throughout our ceremony. I was so focused on not crying that I laughed throughout our vows and he was the one who almost cried. What was your first dance song? Etta James - “My Dearest Darling” At your reception, did you stay in heels or switch to flats? I changed to flip flops immediately after our ceremony to second line to our reception.

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BRASS AND BRIDES As one of New Orleans’ iconic venues in which to hear great music, Rock n Bowl was the perfect setting for this retro scene. Evoking the spirit and charm of days gone by with an energy that is infectious, Rock n Bowl sets the stage for events of any kind. With the groove of some second line brass as their backdrop, our brides really got into the 50’s era spirit. We present to you the carefree air of one of America’s greatest decades, but with a modern take. Enjoy!! Photographer: Serendipity Studios Venue: Rock n Bowl Models: Stephanie Saladino and Danie Coleman Dresses, Jewelry and Shoes: Rhinestone Runway Hair/Makeup: Just Face It Beauty Florals: Kim Starr Wise Floral Events Brass band: Refried Confuzion Brass Band

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Pearl bodice with tulle and lace skirt, pearl and rhinestone necklace with matching earrings â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Rhinestone Runway

Plunging neckline tea length dress with lace bodice and satin skirt, floral rhinestone necklace and matching earrings â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Rhinestone Runway

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Tea length dress with lace bodice and tulle skirt, pearl and rhinestone necklace with matching earrings, pearl and rhinestone fishnet veil â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Rhinestone Runway

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Accessories

Head to Toe Lace bridal headband with flower appliquĂŠs, topped off with crystals Alencon, The Bridal Boutique by MaeMe

Rhinestone encrusted hair comb accessory Belaire Bridal, The Bridal Boutique by MaeMe Rhinestone & jewel hair accessory with flower design Edward E. Berger, The Bridal Boutique by MaeMe

Small fabric flower hair clip with feather, pearl, and rhinestone accents, The Bridal Boutique by MaeMe

Flower appliqued hair comb with pearl and rhinestone accents, Rhinestone Runway

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Satin, open toe pump with center rhinestone broach Benjamin Adams, Pearls Place

Flower patterned hair comb with rhinestone and pearl accents Brilliant Bride, Rhinestone Runway

Vintage medium sized, tan feather hair clip with rhinestone embellishments, The Bridal Boutique by MaeMe

Open toe, lace pump with lace bow accent Allure Bridals, Pearls Place

Ecru and silver headband comb with rhinestones, Pearls Place

Small feather hair clip with netting, Pearls Place

Jewel and pearl encrusted bridal tiara Brilliant Bride , Rhinestone Runway Satin, open toe pump with center large rhinestone broach Love, Pearls Place

Rhinestone encrusted oval shaped headband Pink Pewter, Rhinestone Runway

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Louisiana Church Directory Catholic Churches Christ The King Church 535 Deerfield Road, Terrytown 70056 504.361.1500 www.ctkterrytown.parishesonline.com Holy Name of Jesus 6220 LaSalle Place, New Orleans 70118 504.865.7430 www.hnjchurch.org Immaculate Conception (Jesuit Church) 130 Baronne Street, New Orleans 70112 504.529.1477 www.jesuitchurch.net Mary, Queen of Peace 1501 West Causeway Approach, Mandeville 70471 985.626.6977 www.maryqueenofpeace.org Mater Dolorosa 1228 South Carrollton Avenue, New Orleans 70118 504.866.3669 www.neworleanschurches.com/materd/materd.htm Our Lady of Divine Providence 1000 North Starrett Road, Metairie 70003 504.466.4511 www.oldp.org * six month advance notice for marriages Our Lady of Guadalupe Church 411 North Rampart Street, New Orleans 70112 504.525.1551 www.judeshrine.com Our Lady of Lourdes 2621 Colonial Boulevard, Violet 70092 504.281.2267 www.olol-church.com *six month advance notice for marriages Our Lady of Perpetual Help 1908 Short Street, Kenner 70062 504.464.0361 www.archdiocese-no.org/olphlachurch *8 month advance notice for marriages Our Lady of Prompt Succor 2320 Paris Road, Chalmette 70043 504.271.3441 www.olps-chalmette.org *six month advance notice for marriage Our Lady of Prompt Succor 146 Fourth Street, Westwego 70094 504.341.9522 www.neworleanschurches.com/olpswego/olpswego.htm Our Lady of the Angels 6851 River Road, Westwego 70094 504.436.4459 Our Lady of the Lake 312 Lafitte Street, Mandeville 70448 985.626.5671 www.ollparish.info

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Our Lady of the Rosary 3368 Esplanade Avenue, New Orleans 70119 504.488.2659 www.ourladyoftherosary-no.com *6 months advance notice for weddings/extensive online info St. Agnes 3310 Jefferson Highway, Jefferson 70121 504.833.3366 www.stagnesjefferson.org St. Angela Merici 901 Beverly Garden Drive, Metairie 70002 504.835.0324 www.stangela.org St. Anthony of Padua 4640 Canal Street, New Orleans 70119 504.488.2651 www.neworleanschurches.com/stanthony/stjanthony.htm St. Augustine 1210 Governor Nicholls Street, New Orleans 70116 504.525.5934 www.staugustinecatholicchurch-neworleans.org St. Benilde 1901 Division Street, Metairie 70001 504.843.4980 www.stbenilde.org St. Catherine of Siena 105 Bonnabel Boulevard, Metairie 70005 504.835.9343 www.stcatherineparish.com St. Christopher 309 Manson Avenue, Metairie 70001 504.837.8214 www.stchristopherschool.org/stchristopherchurch.html St. Clement of Rome 4317 Richland Avenue, Metairie 70002 504.887.8721 www.scrparish.org St. Cletus 3600 Claire Avenue, Gretna 70053 504.367.7951 http://stcletuschurch.myownparish.com St. Dominic 775 Harrison Avenue, New Orleans 70124 504.482.4157 www.stdominicparish.com St. Edward the Confessor 4921 West Metairie Avenue, Metairie 70001 504.888.0703 www.steddy.org *6 Month notice in advance St. Francis of Assisi 631 State Street, New Orleans 70118 504.891.4479 www.stfrancisuptown.com St. Francis Xavier 444 Metairie Road, Metairie 70005 504.834.0340 www.stfrancisxavier.com www. n o l a we d d i n g gu i d e. co m

St. Joan of Arc 529 West 5th Street, LaPlace 70068 985.652.9100 www.sjachurch.com St. John the Baptist 1139 Oretha Castle Haley Boulevard, New Orleans 70113 504.919.0848 www.neworleanschurches.com/stjohnno/stjohnno.htm St. Joseph 1802 Tulane Avenue, New Orleans 70112 504.522.3186 www.stjosephchurch-no.org St. Leo the Great 2916 Paris Avenue, New Orleans 70119 504.945.8750 www.neworleanschurches.com/StLeo/index.htm St. Louis Cathedral 615 Pere Antoine Alley, New Orleans 70116 504.525.9585 www.stlouiscathedral.org St. Mary 1100 Chartres Street, New Orleans 70116 504.529.3040 St. Maryâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Assumption 2030 Constance Street, New Orleans 70130 504.522.6748 www.stalphonsusneworleans.com St. Mary Magdalen 6425 West Metairie Avenue, Metairie 70003 504.733.0922 www.stmarymagdalenchurch.com St. Patrick 724 Camp Street, New Orleans 70130 504.525.4413 www.oldstpatricks.org St. Peter 125 East 19th Street, Covington 70433 985.892.2422 www.stpeterparish.com St. Philip Neri 6500 Kawanee Avenue, Metairie 70003 504.887.5535 www.stphilipneriparish.org * six month notice in advance St. Rita 7100 Jefferson Highway, Harahan 70123 504.737.2915 www.stritaharahan.com *6 months advance notice St. Rita 2729 Lowerline Street, New Orleans 70125 504.866.3621 www.neworleanschurches.com/StRita/strita.htm St. Rosalie 600 2nd Avenue, Harvey 70058 504.340.1962 www.strosalieparish.org

St. Stephen 1025 Napoleon Avenue, New Orleans 70119 504.899.1378 www.goodshepherdparishnola.com *6 months advance notice Visitation of Our Lady 3500 Ames Boulevard, Marrero 70072 504.347.2203 www.vol.org BAPTIST CHURCHES Christian Unity Baptist 1700 Conti Street, New Orleans 70112 504.522.3493 St. Charles Avenue Baptist 7100 St. Charles Ave, New Orleans 70118 504.861.9514 www.scabc.org First Baptist Church of New Orleans 5290 Canal Boulevard, New Orleans 70124 504.482.5775 www.fbno.org First Emmanuel Baptist Church 1829 Carondelet Street, New Orleans 70130 504.524.8891 www.firstemanuelbaptistchurch.org Franklin Avenue Baptist Church 2515 Franklin Avenue, New Orleans 70117 504.488.8488 www.franklinabc.com Mandeville’s First Baptist Church 1895 Highway 190, Mandeville 70448 985.626.3217 www.fbcmandeville.org Parkview Baptist Church 6301 Camphor Street, Metairie 70003 504.888.1153 www.parkviewbc.com

St. Luke’s Episcopal Church 1222 North Dorgenois, New Orleans 70119 504.821.0529 www.stlukesnola.org

St. Matthew United Methodist Church 6017 Camphor Street, Metairie 70003 504.888.2228 www.stmatthewsumc.com

St. Martin’s Episcopal Church 2216 Metairie Road, Metairie 70001 504.835.7357 www.stmepiscopal.com

St. Timothy United Methodist Church 335 Asbury Drive, Mandeville 70471 955.626.3307 www.sttimothyumc.org

St. Michael’s Episcopal Church 4499 Sharp Road, Mandeville 70741 985.626.5781 www.stmichaelsla.org *one month advance notice for marriages

PRESBYTERIAN CHURCHES

St. Paul’s Episcopal Church 6249 Canal Boulevard, New Orleans 70124 504.488.3749 www.stpauls-lakeview.org Trinity Church Episcopal 1329 Jackson Avenue, New Orleans 70130 504.522.0276 www.trinitynola.com METHODIST CHURCHES Algiers United Methodist Church 637 Opelousas Avenue, Algiers 70114 504.361.1334 www.algiersumc.com Aurora United Methodist Church 3300 Eton Street, New Orleans 70131 504.394.5483 www.aumc.club.officelive.com Carrollton United Methodist Church 921 South Carrollton Avenue, New Orleans 70118 504.861.7597 www.neworleanschurches.com/carrolltonumeth/ carrolltonumc.htm

EPISCOPAL CHURCHES

First Grace United Methodist Church 3401 Canal Street, New Orleans 70119 504.488.0856 www.firstgraceumc.org

Christ Church Cathedral 2919 St. Charles Avenue, New Orleans 70115 504.895.6602 www.cccnola.org

Lake Vista United Methodist Church 6645 Spanish Fort Boulevard, New Orleans 70124 504.288.2242 www.lakevistaumc.com

Grace Episcopal Church 3700 Canal Street, New Orleans 70119 504.482.5242 www.gracecanalstreet.org

Metairie United Methodist Church 3741 Pontiac Street, Metairie 70002 504.888.4665

St. Andrew’s Episcopal Church 1101 South Carrollton Avenue, New Orleans 70118 504.866.0123 www.standrewsnola.com St. Anna’s 1313 Esplanade Avenue, New Orleans 70116 504.947.2121 www.stannanola.org St. Augustine’s Episcopal Church 3412 Haring Road, Metairie 70006 504.887.4801 www.staugustinesmet.com St. George’s Episcopal Church 4600 St. Charles Avenue, New Orleans 70115 504.899.2811 www.stgeorge-nola.org

Munholland United Methodist Church 1201 Metairie Road, Metairie 70005 504.834.9910 www.munhollandumc.org

First Presbyterian Church 5401 South Claiborne Avenue, New Orleans 70125 504.866.7409 www.fpcno.org Canal Street Presbyterian 4302 Canal Street, New Orleans 70119 504.482.1135 www.cspcno.org Covington Presbyterian Church 222 South Jefferson Avenue, Covington 70433 985.892.4821 www.covingtonpres.org Grace Presbyterian Church 6129 West Esplanade Avenue, Metairie 70003 504.454.8905 http://web.me.com/pek83/Site/Welcome.html John Calvin Church 4201 Transcontinental Drive, Metairie 70006 504.888.1375 www.johncalvinchurch.org Lakeview Presbyterian Church 5914 Canal Boulevard, New Orleans 70124 504.482.7892 www.lpcno.org Metairie Ridge Presbyterian Church 215 Phosphor Avenue, Metairie 70005 504.833.6357 www.metairieridgepc.org New Covenant Presbyterian Church 3475 Highway 22, Mandeville 70471 985.626.4375 www.newcovenantpc.org Parkway Presbyterian Church 6200 Camphor Street, Metairie 70003 504.733.1644 www.parkwaypresbyterianchurch.com Redeemer Presbyterian Church 6200 St. Charles Avenue, New Orleans 70115 504.894.1204 www.redeemernola.com

Newell United Methodist Church 229 Lamarque Street, Mandeville 70448 985.674.2486

St. Charles Avenue Presbyterian Church 1545 State Street, New Orleans 70118 504.897.0101 www.scapc.org

Rayne Memorial United Methodist Church 3900 St. Charles Avenue, New Orleans 70115 504.899.3431 www.rayneumc.org

St. Roch Community Church 1738 St. Roch Avenue, New Orleans 70117 504.940.5771 www.strochcc.org

St. Luke’s United Methodist Church 5875 Canal Boulevard, New Orleans 70124 504.486.3982 www.saintlukes-umc.net

Woodland Presbyterian Church 5824 Berkley Drive, New Orleans 70131 504.394.7877 www.wpcno.org

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NON-DENOMINATIONAL City Church New Orleans 13123 Interstate 10 Service Road, New Orleans 70128 504.246.5121 www.citycathedral.org

White Dove Fellowship 3600 Manhattan Boulevard, Harvey 70058 504.362.3379 www.whitedove.org

Temple Sinai 6227 St. Charles Ave, New Orleans 70118 504.861.3693 www.templesinaino.org

JEWISH SYNAGOGUES

Touro Synagogue 4238 St. Charles Avenue, New Orleans 70115 504.895.4843 www.tourosynagogue.com

Anshe Sfard Synagogue 2230 Carondelet Street, New Orleans 70113 605.522.4714 www.anshesfard.com

Household of Faith 9300 I-10 Service Road, New Orleans 70127 504.347.0127 www.householdoffaithchurch.com

Congregation Gates of Prayer 4000 West Esplanade Avenue, Metairie 70002 504.885.2600 www.gatesofprayer.org

The Vineyard Church 4340 Sal Lentini Parkway, Kenner 70065 504.467.3257 www.vineyardneworleans.org

Northshore Jewish Congregation 1403 North Causeway Boulevard, Mandeville 70471 985.951.7976 www.northshorejewish.org

Watson Memorial Teaching Ministry 4400 St. Charles Avenue, New Orleans 70115 504.899.4400 www.dkwmultimedia.com/watson/index.html

Shir Chadash 3737 West Esplanade Avenue, Metairie 70002 504.889.1144 www.shirchadashnola.org

GREEK ORTHODOX CHURCH Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Church 1200 Robert E. Lee Boulevard, New Orleans 70122 504.282.0259 www.holytrinitycathedral.org

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Hickory Knoll Church of Christ 2201 Hickory Avenue, Harahan 70123 504.737.4335 www.hickoryknollchurchofchrist.org

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Shoulders - A good tuxedo should hug your shoulders. Let it hold you firmly, in a friendly way.

Torso - Your jacket should fit the silhouette of your frame. Have a tailor sneak it in at the sides to highlight shoulders.

Sleeves - Think about width. Tailoring sleeves to rid them of excess fabric cuts a mean figure. Cuffs - Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s like the frame on a painting, let a little sleeve show through as a finishing touch. It also lengthens the look of your arms.

Pants - Slim, flat front, and quitting at the top of your shoes. End of story.

Shoes - The one thing every man should own is a pair of black lace ups. Real dress shoes have leather soles.

Stays - They keep your collar erect. Take them out before laundering and then get them back in there.

Handkerchief - Wear your top pocket square to bring attention to the chest, not the belly.

Watch - Every outfit should have one, timeless element, why not your watch. Consider a vintage model.

The Perfect Look for the Modern Groom

Veil Lengths Defined

SHOULDER 19”-20”

ELBOW 24”-30”

FINGERTIP 38”-42”

SEMI-WALTZ 61”

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CHAPEL 92” CATHEDRAL 108”

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ElmsMansion Mansion Elms

Our take on the “country chic” motif, this rural yet refined shoot at the Elm’s Mansion juxtaposes the old world feel of the venue with the modern, rustic look that is highly coveted for Spring. With three different “scenes”, we show how to utilize every space to tell a story. The ceremony scene is set off with gorgeous florals and intimate lighting. The outside canopy scene mixes vintage tables with contemporary sofas. The tablescape within the mansion’s parlor, set in front of the stained glass windows, truly brings all of the elements of old and new together beautifully. We hope you are inspired, just as we were!

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Lace gown with sheer overlay skirt attached in back with flower embellished belt - Pearlâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Place

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Down Annie Lane: Making Dream Weddings Come True on a Dream Budget

by Kelly Massicot

Down Annie Lane takes wedding planning to a whole new level. Toni Ulmer and Joy Gaspard began their wedding planning adventure in the recent year, after the engagement of Toni’s daughter Annie. Annie was a bride on a budget with dreams of her Catholic wedding and reception in City Park. Toni and Joy, lifelong friends, jumped right in to help Annie’s dreams come true and with a lot of time, effort, and research, they managed to bring Annie’s wedding together all under budget. Unexpectedly, Annie passed away November 20, 2012, not seeing her wedding take place. Joy, knowing her friend and their new found talent, urged Toni to not let Annie’s joy of becoming a bride be lost and together they formed Down Annie Lane. With keeping Toni’s daughter’s wedding under budget, they knew they could be successful by helping other brides have their dream wedding at a dream cost! They began their journey studying under Sharon Hill Events, while researching and gaining any knowledge they could on how to begin their wedding planning business. After meeting with many obstacles, all while trying to intern under different businesses, Toni and Joy were finally successful in June of 2013, with the booking of their first handful of brides. Toni and Joy have made Down Annie Lane more than just your regular wedding planning business. They offer many options for their brides, from start to finish or just day of service to make sure everything runs smoothly. While they initially only offered day of service, almost all of the Down Annie Lane brides now get the full planning package. Toni and Joy are heavily involved in every aspect of planning the perfect day for their clients and their whole family. They attend all vendor appointments with the bride as well as with her family. If they are

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needed at a groom fitting or to help the mother of the bride pick out her dress, they are ready and willing to go the extra mile. To Toni and Joy, every person and aspect of the wedding is especially important. They become a part of the family and spend a lot of time and sleepless nights making sure every detail is attended to. When asked about their business, Toni and Joy say, “A lot of research is conducted by Down Annie Lane to find the highest quality vendor at the best cost, yet allowing the bride and groom to have the final say so in all decisions! Down Annie Lane knows how overwhelming and expensive a wedding can be. Our advice is to allow us to become involved and take the worry out of this most important time. Our fee is based on your budget so that we are affordable to everyone! The mission of Down Annie Lane is that every bride has the vision of her wedding day come to life!” In addition to becoming wedding-planners-turnedfamily-members for so many of their brides, Down Annie Lane donates one wedding dress a year on the anniversary of Annie’s death to a military bride to be, in honor of Annie. They believe in paying it forward for their success and want to keep the excitement Annie had for her wedding alive. Their first military bride received her dress in November 2013 in Levenworth, Kansas! Down Annie Lane is the type of company that’s going to fight to give their bride everything she could imagine. They know the importance of a budget and how hard it can be to stick to it. With countless hours of research and time spent on your special day, there is no way you will not get the wedding of a lifetime. For Down Annie Lane, this is no 9 to 5 job and their telephone is never off!

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Kayla Bernard & Jacob Serigne November 1, 2013

How/When did you meet? We met at his barbershop on May 12, 2006. After Katrina, it was the only barbershop opened that had a girl stylist, so I was getting my hair done for my senior prom.

What was your favorite part of planning? My favorite part of planning was spending quality time with my parents and fiancé. Life gets so crazy sometimes, so it was nice to take days off to spend together planning our wedding.

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Did Jacob help in the planning process? He picked out the guys’ suits, as well as choreographed our dance. Other than that, he was pretty easy going and laid back about the situation. Did you or Jacob cry (or laugh) during the vows? There were no tears on either part, but there were a few giggles here and there. What was your first dance song? It was a remix of fast songs. We started our dance off with an acoustic version of Bruno Mars’ “Just The Way You Are”, and then it turned into a remix of “Wobble”, “Stinky Leg”, “Jump On It”, etc. At your reception, did you stay in heels or switch to flats? I wore flats the entire day.

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Love comes in many different forms. The NOLA Wedding Guide is for all couples, regardless of race, religion or orientation. We wanted to bring you this first-of-its-kind shoot that features two same-sex couples preparing to say their vows at the gorgeous Maison Dupuy hotel in the French Quarter. The intimate moments between the couples were beautifully captured against the photogenic backdrop of the hotel. Though this shoot is unique, the theme is universalall you need is love!

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Photographer: Jeff Pounds Photography Venue: Maison Dupuy Models: Kirk Gagnon and Jonas Dominique, Meghan Shexnayder and Ariel Captain Hair/Makeup: Amber Buxton Salon Florals: The Crystal Vase Flowers & Gifts

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Mackie Says!

“Mackie Says!” is a recurring feature in the NOLA Wedding Guide, and include priceless words of advice from Mackie and his staff for brides who want to look their best on their big day.

14 Health Tips for 2014

ith the onset of the New Year, who isn’t looking to be healthier, skinnier, and simply, a better person than last year? Follow these 14 tips to ensure a healthier 2014! 1. Avoid skipping meals, especially breakfast A recent study demonstrated that those who skipped breakfast had a >20% risk of developing diabetes. Skipping meals often leads to overeating at subsequent meals and as a result, weight gain.

2. Drink more water The Institute of Medicine recommends 15 cups of fluid per day for men and 11 cups for women. Try to meet at least ½ of this requirement with pure water. Spice up your water by adding fresh fruit, such as strawberries, kiwis, oranges, etc. 3. Get moving! The American College of Sports Medicine recommends exercising for 200-300 minutes/week. Don’t have time for that? Break it up into short intervals of 10-15 minutes throughout the day. And remember – any exercise is better than none! 4. Be a smart shopper Shop the perimeter of the grocery store, spending less time in inner aisles where mostly processed, high fat, and high sodium foods are located. Rule of thumb – 75% of your buggy should be full of foods from the perimeter of the grocery store. 5. Read those nutrition labels A secret to understanding nutrition labels is the % Daily Value found on the right side of a label. If the % Daily Value (DV) is ≤ 5%, it is considered low in that nutrient. On the other hand, if a nutrient contains ≥ 20% of the DV, it is considered high. 6. Put down the salt shaker Salt naturally draws fluid into your cells, resulting in a greater risk of weight gain, high blood pressure, heart disease, and stroke. When looking at nutrition labels, look for products with ≤ 140 mg of sodium/serving. Your body will thank you!

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7. Incorporate healthy snacks throughout the day Incorporate healthy snacks in between meals to stabilize hunger and prevent overeating. Limit snacks to 150-300 calories each, including a source of complex carbs and lean protein (ex. low fat cheese with whole wheat crackers, nonfat Greek yogurt, handful of almonds with a small apple).

8. Make half of your plate fruits and vegetables When preparing lunch and dinner, make ½ of your plate fruits and vegetables. Make the other ¼ of your plate starches with the remaining ¼ of your plate lean protein. Such a meal will ensure portion control without leaving you deprived and starving! 9. Eat at home more often Eating out frequently results in increased caloric intake not to mention weight gain from the high sodium, high fat dishes served. Remember the 90/10 rule – 90% of the time follow a healthy lifestyle, whereas 10% of the time you are allowed to “cheat!” 10. Enjoy your food but simply eat less An easy way to control portion sizes without feeling deprived is to use smaller serving ware. Using smaller plates, bowls, and cups is a simple way to reduce portion sizes without having to whip out those dreaded measuring cups. 11. Get your protein “fix” Our lean body mass naturally starts declining at age 40. To combat such loss, make sure to have the right balance of complex carbs and protein. On average, healthy adults need 0.5 gm protein/pound of body weight. Sufficient protein intake also promotes satiety, or fullness, preventing you from overeating. 12. Eat fish twice a week Cold water fatty fish, such as salmon, tuna, halibut, and trout, are excellent sources of omega-3 fatty acids. Studies have shown that omega-3 fatty acids not only help to reduce your risk of heart disease, but they have also been shown to improve mood disorders as well as total cholesterol levels. 13. Moderation is key! As a dietitian, I definitely have my own vices. The key to staying healthy is to allow yourself that vice but only in moderation. Having that slice of chocolate cake once a month will not push you over the deep end. (Having it every week will!) 14. Keep those eyes closed at night Many studies have correlated disrupted or inadequate sleep with overweight/obesity, diabetes, and heart problems due to changes in appetite-stimulating hormones at night. According to the National Sleep Foundation, adults should aim for 7-9 hours of sleep daily.

Flowers Speak Baby’s Breath - Innocence Calla Lilly - Magnificent Beauty Gardenia - Purity, Joy Iris - Faith, Wisdom Lily of the Valley - Happiness Magnolia - Love of Nature Orchid - Love, Beauty Rose - Love, Joy & Beauty Stephanotis - Marital Happiness Tulip - Love, Passion

Provided by: Danielle Fournet, RD, LDN EJGH Wellness Center’s Sports & Lifestyle Dietitian

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2014 Outdoor Wedding Ceremony Almanac

n New Orleans, outdoor ceremonies are as common as roast beef poboys. Our subtropical climate keeps our weather pleasant year round and contributes to making our city an ideal backdrop for your special day. However, an outdoor ceremony can sometimes be tricky to plan. Knowing some basic information, such as which months are the rainiest, the average temperature for each month, and what time the sun sets, may mean the difference in planning for a spring wedding or holding off until the fall to get your ideal climate conditions. Also, knowing the sunset times can be crucial for getting your wedding photos just right. We have put together an almanac to assist you in planning your outdoor wedding ceremony.

Average Rainfall (Inches)

January 5.0 February 6.0 March 4.9 April 4.5 May 4.6 June 5.8

July 6.1 August 6.2 September 5.5 October 3.0 November 4.4 December 5.8

*Information gathered from climate-zone.com and timeanddate.com

Sunset Times (AVG) January 2014

5:12-5:30 pm Jan1 - 23 5:30-5:37 pm Jan 24-31

February 2014

5:38-5:50 pm Feb 1-16 5:51-5:59 pm Feb 17-28

March 2014

5:59-6:04 pm March 1-8 7:05-7:18 pm March 9-31 (Daylight Savings Time starts March 9)

April 2014 May 2014 June 2014 July 2014

7:19-7:29 pm April 1-18 7:30-7:37 pm April 19-30

7:38-7:49 pm May 1-18 7:49-7:56 pm May 19-31

7:57-8:04 pm June 1-18 8:04-8:05 pm June 19-30

8:05-8:01 pm July 1-18 8:01-7:54 pm July 19-31

August 2014

7:53-7:38 pm August 1-18 7:37-7:24 pm August 19-31

September 2014

7:22-7:01 pm September 1-18 7:00-6:47 pm September 19-30

October 2014

6:45-6:26 pm October 1-18 6:25-6:14 pm October 19-31

November 2014

6:13-6:13 pm November 1 (Daylight Saving Time ends Nov 2) 5:11-5:00 pm November 2-30

December 2014

5:00-5:04 pm December 1-18 5:04-5:11 pm December 19-31

Average Temperatures (in degrees, Fahrenheit)

January 51.3 February 54.3 March 61.6 April 68.5 May 74.8 June 80.0

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Who Pays What? THE BRIDE • • • •

Wedding ring for the groom Wedding gift for the groom Bridesmaids’ gifts Bridesmaids’ luncheon

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Wedding ring for the bride Wedding gift for the bride Groomsmen/Usher gifts Bride’s bouquet and Mothers’ corsages All boutonnieres Marriage license Clergy/Officiant fee Limousine service Honeymoon arrangements

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THE BRIDE’S FAMILY • • • • • • • • • • • • • •

Wedding gown, veil and accessories Wedding invitations and programs Rental of venues Church fee Flowers Bridesmaids’ bouquets Grandmothers’ corsages All photography and videography Wedding cake and favors Traffic control expenses Transportation for the bridal party Entire cost of reception Band Wedding gift for the couple

THE GROOM’S FAMILY • • • •

Groom’s cake Rehearsal dinner Father of the groom formal wear Gift for the couple

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45% of couples spend at least $10,000 on their wedding each year

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spend over $20,000 on their wedding each year

14% of couples spend over $25,000 on their wedding each year

Attire & Accessories 79% of couples spend an average of....................$1,400 Beauty & Spa 67% of couples spend an average of............................$100 Entertainment 40% of couples spend an average of..........................$1,000 Flowers & Decorations 67% of couples spend an average of............$1,200 Invitations 80% of couples spend an average of...................................$750 Jewelry 80% of couples spend an average of......................................$3,300 Photography & Video 46% of couples spend an average of...............$2,000 Planner/Consultant 21% of couples spend an average of..................$2,500 Gifts & Favors 70% of couples spend an average of............................$550 Venue, Catering & Rentals...................................................................$10,000 166

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The Groom’s Checklist 6-12 Months

1 Month

c Buy the Bride’s wedding ring and have it engraved.

c Gather your honeymoon clothes, purchasing any needed items. Apply for a passport, if needed.

c Choose and invite your best man and groomsman

c With your fiancée, make sure boutonnieres are ordered for yourself, as well as all men in the wedding party, including fathers.

c Order clothing accessories for the men in the wedding party (ascots, ties, etc.).

c Buy your fiancée her engagement ring

c Invite the ushers. Plan for one usher per every 50 guests. c Begin making your guest list. c Discuss wedding expenses with your fiancée and both sides of the family. c Together with your fiancée, meet with the clergyman, judge, or officiant to discuss the requirements and/or details of the ceremony.

3-4 Months

c Help arrange lodging for out-oftown guests and attendants. c Buy your gifts for the Bride, best man, groomsman, and ushers. c Make sure your religious and legal documents are in order. c Follow up with all of the men in your wedding party, including fathers, to assure they have ordered their wedding attire.

c Finalize your guest list and give it to your fiancée.

c Discuss the rehearsal dinner with your parents.

c Choose formal attire for yourself and all of the men in your wedding party, including all of the fathers. Notify all of the men where to go to get fitted or their attire.

c Reserve the room and help plan the rehearsal party. This is usually held 1-3 days prior to the wedding. this party is held for parents, all members of the wedding party and their spouses, clergyman and his wife, plus the out-of-town guests.

c Complete your honeymoon plans and schedule time off with your employer.

c Modify your insurance coverage, including life, medical, auto, household (including flood and fire policies), and personal property insurance.

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c Confirm honeymoon reservations. c Notify the post office of change of address if you are moving.

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c Wrap gifts for your best man, groomsman, and ushers. c Confirm that all wedding attire is going to be ready for the date of your wedding. c Attend the bachelor party. c Host the wedding rehearsal and party. c Place the fee for the clergyman or judge in a sealed envelope and give it to the best man to deliver just prior to the ceremony. c Pack for your honeymoon. c Prepare going-away clothes if you will be changing at the wedding. c Get a good night’s sleep the night before your wedding!

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Gifts and etiquette From Target to Tiffany,

there is a spectrum of what couples consider to be their â&#x20AC;&#x153;favorite things.â&#x20AC;? Thankfully, there are many places to register for gifts, in-store and online. When preparing a registry, the bride and groom should decide where to register based on three things: 1. Their basic household needs 2. Timeless patterns and pieces 3. Trends that express who they are as a couple While online registries are where most guests will shop, keep in mind that there are many who may enjoy the tradition of going out and seeing the gift options first-hand. Make it convenient for all while allowing the benefits of online ordering.

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Having too many registries could lead to the couple not receiving an entire 8 serving sets of their dinnerware, so the bride and groom should not register at more than just a few places. Also, make sure that a few affordable items are chosen in order to provide a wide range of purchasing availability to guests who may not have much to spend. A few gifts in the $20.00 range should be added for this purpose. If there is one large item that the bride and groom would like to have, the maid of honor or best man could make arrangements with other friends and close family members to put in for large item.

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Second Line Parade If you want a traditional New Orleans wedding, you want to hire a brass band for a Second Line Parade. It is a way of expressing the unique local flavor of the city. The Second Line is the parade of people following the musicians, who are called the “First Line”. The sounds of the instruments (trumpet, tuba, trombone, sax, banjo and clarinet) are coupled with a snare and bass drum. A Grand Marshal will lead your wedding guests around a French Quarter block announcing and celebrating your event. These parades began back in the 19th century, with organizations advertising for burials and honoring the deceased all in one announcement. Many newlyweds can be seen with their umbrellas, white for the bride, black for the groom, and their guests holding handkerchiefs as they follow the band.

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STREET PARADE PERMIT INFORMATION: COST: $50.25 - The Application for Parade Permit, paid for only by Cashier’s Check or Money Order payable to the City of New Orleans. COST: $100.00 - Per Officer needed for your escort, payable in cash due on the day of the wedding. The parade route and size will determine the number of officers needed. CONTACT: Sergeant Walter Powers, Jr. New Orleans Police Department Special Events Section Off: 504.658.6201 Fax: 504.658.6240 Cell: 504.421.4571 wpowers@nola.gov

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Professional Tips on Ceremony Music: Part 2 by Aria M. Mason

our ceremony music should help communicate your mutual love and commitment to a life together, and essentially compliment not only who you are as a couple, but also the setting of your ceremony. Having a direction can help your musicians collaborate with you to provide selections you may not be as familiar with, and not commonly heard at weddings, but are equally lush and gorgeous. Here are suggestions of things to listen and look for. Learn the rules of your ceremony venue. If you are being married in a church or synagogue, consult your wedding contract, their website, as well as their wedding coordinators, for guidelines that ensure appropriate choices. At some houses of worship, musicians are included with the wedding fee. Many have musician regulations and may require the use of their music ministry. Most faiths see the witnessing

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of your marriage as a prayer that honors the solemnity of the vows and gives glory to God. They will want to ensure that your music is beautiful, prayerful, and accessible to people present who share your faith traditions, and thus was intended for sacred use. With that in mind, your music can create a transcendent and holy ceremony experience. Hire musicians. Ideally, you should have all your musicians hired and/ or committed 6 months prior to your ceremony. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s often more helpful to find musicians before choosing your wedding music. Great musicians can help you choose beautiful, appropriate music, and create beautiful arrangements (adaptation of a composition) for some portions of your ceremony if necessary; at the very least, you want to make sure your musicians are capable of playing or singing whatever you chose.

Where will you find musicians to lead your wedding music? If you’re getting married in your place of worship, your music director can share available resources. If not or if not included by the venue, I strongly recommend hiring professional musicians. That investment will keep the beautifully detailed rite from being diminished by a less than desired musical experience. They can use your budget to determine the number of instruments you need, and will be able to troubleshoot any situation that may arise at your ceremony, without making any of your guests the wiser. Expect to pay: music schools don’t charge discount tuition; neither do professional unions. Some couples invite musically talented family members or friends that are professional musicians or are devoted amateurs to provide music. I cannot overemphasize that this has limits. As much as you love your family, don’t put your ceremony in the hands of someone without significant musical experience. You would be better served to work with loved ones who frequently perform at weddings. Ensure you choose people already familiar with the structure of your ceremony and the music you may have in mind. They also should be knowledgeable about the venue, various genres of music, as well as aspects of your ceremony that include music, such as sung prayers and various liturgical seasons. Ask your ceremony venue and/or your wedding planner for advice on professional musicians, visit wedding websites for suggestions, and ask family and friends who have been recently married for recommendations…if you were there and liked the music, you’ll like what you have at your wedding! Make sure the instrumentation fits the space. Getting married in a garden? You should choose pieces that work well for instruments with sound that travels well acoustically (i.e. strings and brass), not anything written for organ or electric instruments. Is your ceremony in a church? The organ may have a trumpet setting, negating the need for a trumpeter, but still provide gorgeous sound. You want to ensure that the music compliments your ceremony AND its setting, and also won’t overpower its place within the program. If you are getting married in a hall and are looking for an accompanist, ensure that they will have an instrument they can bring with them or the venue will provide one for their use (e.g. a keyboard or digital piano). w w w . n o l aw ed d i n g g u i d e. co m

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The musician may charge more if they have to provide their own large instrument; be prepared to pay. Your soundtrack should reflect your personalities. Your musicians will be able to guide you some excellent resources to listen to options for your ceremony, but make sure your selections reflect you. If you two have a favorite hymn, incorporate it into your ceremony. If you are fans of a particular composer, you could feature only his or her music. If you are a bride with a more reserved temperament, choose a bridal entrance with instrumentation that makes you feel comfortable and beautiful. You probably would like to have a warm entrance featuring piano, strings, or an organ piece with string settings, rather than a bombastic, strong entrance to brass instruments. The same goes with your recessional music as a couple: would you like a jubilant or a more triumphal chord struck as you exit? Secular ceremonies also offer unique opportunities to include music that highlights who you are. Find a musical setting of a beloved poem. You could honor your parents or your cultural background/s with a particular music selection. Music is a part of our shared humanity and making selections and working with the right people will truly make every heart present at your ceremony sing. Happy planning!

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Alternate Wedding Registry Ideas

raditionally, when a couple is engaged, their wedding registry takes place at stores like Target and Bed Bath & Beyond. They use a scanner gun to pick out towels, bed sheets, kitchen supplies, etc. This act is great for the couple that requires these items to fill a new house. But what about the couples that have already lived together? After the wedding, they will go back to a furnished home.

More options are popping up in the wedding registry world. Alternative wedding registries are turning into a trend that isn’t going away any time soon. The Nola Wedding Guide has put together some options to help couples find the perfect gifts for them - gifts and memories that will last a lifetime.

by Kelly Massicot weddingfutures.com, wedding attendees can purchase securities, stocks, or shares in the name of the couple. Preparing financially for the future can really help a couple that has just spent their own money on their wedding and honeymoon. This option can also allow the couple to prepare for their future children and help set up college funds to pay for future schooling. Lagniappe There are a ton of little odds and ends that every couple needs and can be made easy by alternative regis-

Honey-Fund Use your wedding registry as an opportunity to have the honeymoon of a lifetime. This option allows your wedding guests to contribute to the activities you get to do on your honeymoon. Book a couple’s massage, snorkeling, a hiking trip, or a zip-line adventure and have your guests to thank for it. House and Home Another alternate registry idea is having your guests’ help you build or rebuild the house of your dreams. Instead of adding a blender to your long list of towels and bed sheets, you can get your friends and family to help build a counter and cabinet to house that blender. There are plenty of websites to help you set up a home registry. Idofoundation.com and depositagift. com are two examples. At idofoundation.com, they are partnered with stores like Home Depot & Target. They will also donate the cash equivalent of 6% of everything you register and is bought, to a charity of your choosing. Registering at depositagift.com allows wedding guests to see a list of wants for the couple and deposit money to each fund. This allows the couple to register for multiple items and receive the money directly, giving them the freedom to build the home of their dreams. Funds Turning a wedding registry into a stock option can give the couple a financial platform to start their lives. At

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tries. Already have a house? Let your guests’ help you get a new puppy! Set up a way for your friends and family to contribute to a new family car! Set up a wine registry, or have each one of your guests bring their favorite book, movie, or board game and start a collection with your new spouse. Use websites like simpleregistry.com or merciregistry.com to combine all of your favorite items from sites like Etsy or Ebay into one location for your guests to buy for you. There are even registry options for gift cards to numerous shops, stores and restaurants.

Planning a wedding doesn’t always have to go by specific guidelines. Each couple is different and wants different things than the next. This thought process should be brought to every aspect of the wedding process, including wedding registries. If you and your fiancé already have a house or everything that goes in it, than do something out of the ordinary. Take a trip; buy a pet, save for your future children. Be smart about your wedding registry. After all, how many blenders does one need?

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Maid of Honor Duties

ou have been chosen to be the Maid of Honor at your friend’s wedding. I hope that you are excited, because it is a great privilege and one that not everyone gets to experience. You will be the bride’s friend, go - between, sounding board and confidant throughout the entire wedding planning process. You may even be the one person she will choose to release her frustration on at times. Bridezilla, anyone? Anyway, hold on tight because it should be a wild, fun and unforgettable experience. The bride chose you because she considers you her closest friend and because she believes in you. Try to take as much pressure off of her as possible. Perhaps you can arrange a small get-together with all of the bridesmaids so that everyone can socialize in a relaxed environment and discuss dress fittings, the bachelorette party, etc. Always remember that although you are in charge of coordinating the bridesmaids, you should always be diplomatic, kind and courteous. Keep the ship sailing smoothly and deal with any problems in a calm and rational way. Planning the Bridal Shower is one of the most fun and practical duties that you will have. This event is traditionally an opportunity for the bride & groom to be showered with gifts to establish their new home. It is also a time for both families, friends and bridal party to spend some relaxing time together prior to the wedding. Go above and beyond in your planning. Be creative! You alone can set the entire tone for the wedding day with your decisions. Consider... ‘Girls only’ or Couples shower • Decide the location • Choose a blank invitation package and create on your computer (inexpensive and classy) • Encourage the bride to register for gifts • Only invite wedding guests • Hold the shower at least two months prior to the wedding in the afternoon • Make sure to give party favors to all guests • Decorate in a creative and fun way • Choose some fun games to play (ideas online) • Choose the food (sandwiches, dips) • And make sure you get a great cake for the shower

by Troy Marks Extras Put some thought into making the bride’s wedding day experience as pleasant and stress-free as possible. Some ways that you may do this include: Be the first one to arrive and the last one to leave • Make sure she has something to eat or drink • Make sure that the bridesmaids are aware of all obligations • Assist the photographer and videographer with identifying family and bridal party members • Pay attention to the first dance • Make sure the bridal party is ready for their dance so as not to waste valuable reception time • Assist in the cake cutting if needed • Make sure the best man is ready for the garter toss • Assist in seeing the bride off to her honeymoon and make sure she hasn’t forgotten anything Here are some other ways you can help support your friend! Reassure her that you are there for her! • Help address invitations • Plan the bride’s shower • Help the bride dress and finish packing • Take the bride’s going away outfit to the reception • Bring emergency items • Hold the groom’s ring during the ceremony • Hold the bride’s bouquet during the ceremony • Help the bride with her gown, veil and train • Sign the marriage license • Offer a toast to the bride and groom at the reception • Help the bride change into her going away outfit • Take the bride’s wedding gown home after the reception • Mail the wedding announcements on the day of the wedding or the day after The act of giving to others is one of the greatest gifts we have to offer as human beings. Be the Maid of Honor that you would like to have. Be accountable. The bride has put her trust in you on the biggest day of her life. Who knows, if you are not yet married, perhaps one day she will return the favor as your Matron of Honor. w w w . n o l aw ed d i n g g u i d e. co m

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The Bride’s Checklist 12 Months

c Get ready to plan your wedding using NOLA Wedding Guide and www.NolaWeddingGuide.com c Choose a wedding date, carefully considering weather and holidays. Consult the local Convention & Visitors Bureau for special events in NOLA. www.NewOrleansCVB.com c Determine a wedding budget with help from family and your fiancée. Consider the size and formality of the event. c Decide on the number of guests you can invite to your wedding, then decide how many guests each family can invite. c Select and book the date/time for your wedding at the church, synagogue or other appropriate venue. c Collect price lists from vendors, such as photographers, caterers, florists, limousine companies, musicians, and other services. c Discuss and plan a rehearsal date and location, and book it. Plan for 1-3 days prior to the wedding date. c Together with your fiancée, meet with the clergyman, judge or other officiant to select a service and discuss the ceremony. In some faiths, pre-marital requirements may need to be met. c Choose a color and theme for your wedding and reception. Choose your maid of honor and bridesmaids. c Select and order your wedding dress, veil, and accessories. Be sure to allow a minimum of three months for the delivery of your dress.

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c Consult with your bridesmaids about price and style of dresses, shoes, and accessories, and make selections. c Create a guest list and mall “Save the Date” cards. c Start discussing and planning your honeymoon. c Book and reserve vendors after careful consideration of style, cost, and availability. Here’s a brief list of vendors to book ahead of time: Photography & Video (schedule engagement photos), Limousines (and transportation for your bridal party), Caterer, Florist, Reception site, and Musicians or DJ. c Get connected online! Go to www. NolaTaggedBrides.com for details on how to get your own wedding webpage.

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c Get registered! Choose your household items, china, crystal and flatware patterns at local and online stores. c Complete your guest list. c Order invitations, announcements, and thank-you notes. Ask about turnaround time for the style you are choosing. c Begin shopping for your trousseau.

c Consult with the florist to decide on the floral arrangements for the wedding and reception. c Have the mothers of the bride and groom choose their dresses. c Arrange music with your church and select songs for your reception dances. - Confirm the delivery date for your wedding dress and bridesmaid’s dresses.

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c If you are having a second line parade through the city, check with local law enforcement for a permit. c Buy stamps for your invitations. c Start addressing your invites and announcements. c Reserve any rental equipment you will need (don’t forget tents for outdoor weddings). c Schedule bridal formals with your photographer.

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c You may submit either an engagement photo or wedding photo to the newspaper for publication. wIf you choose your ENGAGEMENT photo, submit a 5x7 or 8x10 glossy black & white photo to the newspaper. (Wedding photo submissions are 1 week prior to wedding).

cComplete your honeymoon plans and make reservations. c Select a bakery and choose your wedding cake. Don’t forget about the cake pulls and groom’s cake. c Plan the details of the ceremony and reception. Discuss vacation time with your respective employers.

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c Buy the Groom’s wedding ring. Order engraving. c Mail your invitations at least four weeks, no later than three weeks, before the wedding. c Buy your gift for the groom and gifts for bridesmaids, flower girl, junior bridesmaids, etc. c Have the final fittings for your dress and bridesmaid’s dresses.

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c Arrange hotel accommodations for our-of-town guests and attendants. c Begin changing your name and address on all necessary documents (see list right). Begin gathering your honeymoon clothes. Apply for a passport if necessary for your trip.

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c Complete your trousseau. c Contact all of your vendors to clarify the date, time location and details of your wedding. This is important. c If you or your fiancée are from out of town, send announcements to local newspapers. c Plan the seating arrangement for the reception, and make name cards if necessary for the bride’s table, as well as immediate family and attendants. c Give your caterer an estimate of guests you are expecting. c Check on all accessories or any ordered items you are waiting for. c If you choose to publish your wedding photo rather than the engagement photo, submit to the newspaper at this time.

c Assure all plans for the rehearsal dinner are finalized. Give your attendants their gifts at this time, or you can have a fun girls get-together just before the event. c Finish packing for your honeymoon and give your trip itinerary to your parents. c If you plan to heirloom your wedding dress, choose someone to take it to a professional dry cleaner no later than two days following the wedding. c If you are going to change clothes prior to leaving, prepare your outfits. c Get a good night’s sleep before your wedding!

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Directory of Services BAKERIES

THE FOUR COLUMNS.............................. Pg. 61 504.340.4109 GAMBINO’S BAKERY......................................Pg. 7 www.FourColumns.com 1.800.GAMBINO FOUR POINTS BY SHERATON..................... Pg. 47 www.Gambinos.com 504.885.5700 NIKKI’S FROSTED FANTASIES ....................Pg. 9 www.FourPointsNewOrleans.com 504.638.8478 GALVEZ RESTAURANT.............................. Pg. 29 www.NikkisFrostedFantasies.com 504.595.3400 SHAKE SUGARY..............................................Pg. 9 www.GalvezRestaurant.com 504.355.9345 HAMPTON INN & SUITES www.ShakeSugary.com CONVENTION CENTER................................Pg. 81 YE OLDE BAKE SHOPPE................................Pg. 6 504.566.9990 www.NewOrleansHamptonInns.com 504.418.6072 www.yeoldebakeshoppe.com HOTEL INDIGO..............................................Pg. 14 504.522.3650 VENUES/CATERING www.HotelIndigo.com/NewOrleans ANDREA’S RESTAURANT.............................Pg.82 HOTEL MAZARIN..........................................Pg. 82 504.834.8583 504.581.7300 www.AndreasRestaurant.com www.HotelMazarin.com AUSTIN’S SEAFOOD AND STEAKHOUSE....Pg.36 HOUSE OF BLUES..........................................Pg.16 504.888.5533 504.310.4999 www.AustinsNo.com www.HouseofBlues.com/NewOrleans BOURBON ORLEANS HOTEL..................... Pg. 30 IMPASTATO’S RESTAURANT..................... Pg. 37 504.523.2222 504.455.1545 www.BourbonOrleans.com www.Impastatos.com CEDAR GROVE TCHOUPITOULAS PLANTATION............................... FC & 1 JACKSON BREWERY BISTRO BAR........... Pg. 72 504.333.6914 504.431.5743 www.JacksonBreweryBar.com www.Cgtplantation.com JEFFERSON ORLEANS SOUTH................. Pg. 42 CHATEAU GOLF AND COUNTRY CLUB............................................ Pg. 31 504.454.6105 www.JeffersonOrleans.com 504.467.1351 www.chateaugcc.com LOUISIANA CASTLE................................. Pg. 42 CHATEAU LEMOYNE HOTEL.................. Pg. 66 504.455.8700 www.LouisianaCastle.com 504.581.1303 www.Hiclneworleanshotelsite.com MAGNOLIA PLANTATION....................... Pg. 32 CRYSTAL PLANTATION............................. Pg. 65 504.733.5020 www.Magnolia-Plantation.com 504.467.1636 www.TheCrystalPlantation.com MAISON DUPUY.......................................... Pg. 37 DORIGNAC’S...................................................Pg.28 504.586.8000 www.MaisonDupuy.com 504.834.8216 www.Dorignas.com MESSINA’S CATERING & EVENTS.......... Pg. 128 EDGAR DEGAS HOUSE MUSEUM, COURTYARD……Pg. 14 504.469.7373 www.MessinasCatering.com & INN 504.821.5009 N. O. STEAMBOAT COMPANY................ Pg. 36 www.DegasHouse.com STEAMBOAT NATCHEZ ELM’S MANSION...........................................Pg. 31 504.568.8777 www.NewOrleansSteamboatCompany.com 504.895.9200 www.ElmsMansion PAT O’S ON THE RIVER............................ Pg. 48 504.561.1200 ENGLISH TURN GOLF AND COUNTRY CLUB............................................. Pg.30 www.PatOBriens.com 504.392.2200 PRESIDENTIAL PALACE............................ Pg. 15 www.EnglishTurn.com 504.467.3500 FEDERAL BALLROOM..................................Pg.15 www.PresidentialPalace.com 504.587.2088 www.FederalBallroom.com

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REPUBLIC NEW ORLEANS...........................Pg.67 504.528.8282 www.RupublicNola.com THE RIDGEWAY............................................ Pg. 48 504.833.2800 www.PartyPlannersInfo.com THE RITZ-CARLTON.....................................Pg. 27 504.524.1331 www.RitzCarlton.com/NewOrleans RIVERVIEW ROOM.................................. Pg. 43 504.525.3000 www.RiverviewRoom.com ROCK N’ BOWL....................................... Pg. 26 504.861.1700 www.RockNBowl.com ROSY’S JAZZ HALL................................... Pg. 81 504.896.7679 www.RosysJazzHall.com ROYAL PALM................................................. Pg. 71 504.644.4101 www.RoyalPalmRestaurant.com SOUTHERN OAKS PLANTATION............... Pg. 13 504.245.8221 www.SouthernOaksPlantation.com SOUTHPORT HALL.................................... Pg. 12 504.835.2903 www.NewSouthport.com TARAVELLA MANOR.................................. Pg. 45 504.340.7797 www.TaravellaManor.com TOMAS BISTRO.............................................Pg. 46 504.527.0942 www.TomasBistro.com TRINITY BANQUETS & RECEPTIONS...... Pg. 44 985.726.0178 www.TrinityBanquets.com W HOTELS......................................................Pg. 17 504.525.9444 504.581.1200 www.WNewOrleans.com www.WFrenchQuarter.com

BEAUTY AMBER BUXTON SALON............................Pg. 88 504.717.6822 www.AmberBuxton.com BRIDAL BOOT CAMP.............................. Pg. 89 504.457.3100 www.ejgh.org/thefitnessprinciple FLAWLESS BRIDE...................................... Pg. 85 504.473.3621 www.Flawless-Bride.com JUST FACE IT BEAUTY.................................Pg. 88 504.985.789.3639 www.JustFaceItBeauty.vpweb.com

KISS AND MAKE UP BEAUTY SERVICES.Pg. 87 504.417.6808 www.KissandMakeupBeauty.webs.com

PERRIER PARTY RENTALS, INC............ Pg. 122 504.834.8570 www.PerrierPartyRentals.com

BIG EASY LIMOS.................................... Pg. 164 504.466.4477 www.BigEasyLimos.com

MAKE ME UP NOLA................................. Pg. 89 504.891.9688 www.MakeMeUpNola.com

REV. JOHNNY ADAMS...............................Pg. 124 504.919.4264

BILL’S BLACK TIE LIMOS.............Directory Only 504.828.3550

UNIQUE WEDDINGS IN NEW ORLEANS.......................................Pg. 125 504.212.6480 www.NewOrleansWeddingPlanners.com

BONOMOLO LIMOS....................................Pg. 167 504.561.0000 www.BonoLimo.com

MAKEUP BY MEGGAN............................ Pg. 84 504.473.7263 www.MakeupByMeggan.com SHEERS HAIR DESIGN.............................. Pg. 88 504.454.3468

YUR EVENT RENTAL..................................Pg. 128 504.218.0726 www.YurEvent.com

STUDIO NAILS........................................... Pg.88 504.455.6267

FLORISTS

UP ‘SA DAISY........................................... Pg.88 504.888.8466 www.Facebook.com/pages/UpSa-Daisy-Hair-Studio

ARBOR HOUSE FLORAL............................Pg. 140 504.656.4884 www.AroborHouseFloral.com

BRIDAL SALONS

BETH’S FLOWERS.......................................Pg. 158 504.455.2353 www.BethsFlowersOnline.com

BRIDAL BOUTIQUE BY MAEME................Pg. 98 504.266.2771 www.Mae-Me.com BUSTLES & BOWS BRIDAL BOUTIQUE.Pg. 100 504.780.7090 www.bustlesandbowsbridal.com D & D CREATIONS.........................................Pg. 98 504.443.4386 www.DnDCreations.net HAIR CANDY...................................................Pg.99 504.469.4069 www.Hair-Candy-NOLA.myshopify.com PEARL’S PLACE....................................... Pg. 98 504.885.9213 www.pearlsplace.com RHINESTONE RUNWAY…………………Pg. 100 504.465.4884 www.RhinestoneRunwayformals.com

EVENT PLANNING & DECORATIONS AIR-EFFECTS SKY TRACKER...................Pg. 124 504.282.5759 www.Air-Effects.com DOWN ANNIE LANE...................................Pg. 124 504.259.8022 504.343.0447 www.DownAnnieLane.vpweb.com

CRYSTAL VASE FLOWERS......................Pg. 140 504.888.8891 www.CrystalVaseFlowers.com ELOQUENT FLOWERS................................Pg. 157 504.371.4006 KIM STARR WISE FLORAL EVENTS........Pg. 159 504.315.5607 www.KimStarrWise.com

MEN’S FORMAL WEAR J&L FORMAL WEAR............................... Pg. 171 504.340.4544 JOHN’S TUXEDOS.................................... Pg. 171 504.455.5353 www.JohnsTuxedos.com ROME’S TUXEDOS.................................. Pg. 172 504.957.8885 www.romestuxedos.com

MUSIC ARIA M. MASON.........................................Pg. 177 www.AriaMason.com FINE ARTS ENSEMBLE............................. Pg.174 504.931.5450 www.FineArtsEnsemble.com

HONEYMOON/TRAVEL

KATE ABREO...............................................Pg. 176 504.559.9135

EXPOTEL HOSPITALITY……...…………Pg. 162 504.212.1492 www.Expotel-USA.com HARMONY ADVENTURES.........................Pg. 161 504.836.6070 www.HaTravel.com LAGNIAPPE TRAVEL SERVICES............. Pg. 161 504.582.2220 www.LagniappeTravel.com

INVITATIONS & SUPPLIES ABBEY PRINTING.......................................Pg. 137 504.392.7774 wwwAbbeyPrinting.com SUZETTE’S......................................................Pg. 89 504.888.7722 www.Suzettes.com

FLEUR DE LIS EVENT RENTAL................Pg. 123 504.329.0344 FleurDeLisRentals@Yahoo.com

LIMOUSINES

PARTY PLANNERS CATERING... Directory Only 504.833.2800 www.PartyPlannersInfo.com

ELITE PARKING SERVICES...................... Pg. 164 877.972.7563 www.Elite-Park.com

LE GRAND THE FLORIST...........................Pg. 140 504.362.5757 www.LeGrandTheFlorist.com

EVENT RENTAL...........................................Pg. 136 504.362.8368 www.YourEventDelivered.com

NEW ORLEANS CANDLE LIGHT WEDDINGS...Pg. 137 504.212.6480 uwinola@gamil.com

CELEBRITY LIMOUSINES........................ Pg. 165 504.888.5466 www.CelebrityLimoService.com

ALERT TRANSPORTATION...................... Pg. 164 504.712.5466 www.Alerttransportation.com

OMEGA SOUND & ENTERTAINMENT......Pg.174 985.966.6378 www.omegasounddjs.com PAPA C AND THE SLAMMIN’ HORNS......Pg. 174 504.261.9063 www.papa-c.com REFRIED CONFUZION................................Pg. 177 504.377.9258 www.RefriedConfuzion.com REFRIED CONFUZION BRASS BAND......Pg. 178 504.377.9258 www.RefriedConfuzion.com TROY MARKS & NO IDEA...................... Pg. 175 504.469.4002 www.NoIdeaBand.com

PHOTOGRAPHERS ATELIER NOLA PHOTOGRAPHY............ Pg. 182 504.452.8168 www.AtelierNOLA.com

ALL SOUTHERN LIVERY...................... Pg. 167 985.674.5858 www.AllSouthernLivery.com

BILLIOT PHOTOGRAPHY & VIDEO........Pg. 180 504.669.3082 985.727.3535 www.ChuckBilliot.com

A REGAL LIMOUSINE............................. Pg. 167 504.712.5466 www.ARegalLimo.com

GOOD TIMES PHOTOGRAPHY..................Pg. 188 504.393.0819 www.GoodTimesPhotography.com

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directory (continued) JEFF POUNDS PHOTOGRAPHY.................Pg. 190 504.891.8888 www.JeffPounds.com KERRY PITRE PHOTOGRAPHY, INC......... Pg. 188 504.834.3266 www.KerryPitrePhoto.com NORTH PHOTOGRAPHY &........................Pg. 183 HD VIDEOGRAPHY 504.883.8060 www.NorthProductions.com OSCAR RAJO PHOTOGRAPHER.......... Pg. 180 504.837.6611 www.OscarRajo.com PHOTOGRAPHY BY LOUIS ................... Pg. 185 504.734.0070 www.PhotobyLouis.com ROBERT FAUST PHOTOGRAPHY.............Pg. 187 504.722.0989 225.698.9323 www.RobertFaustPhotography.com SERENDIPITY STUDIOS.......................... Pg. 184 888.350.4458 www.SerendipityStudios.com SISON PHOTOGRAPHY……………...…….Pg. 188 504.250.2400 www.SisonPhoto.com SONNY RANDON PHOTOGRAPHY...... Pg. 190 504.837.1215 www.SonnyRandon.com STACY MARKS PHOTOGRAPHY........... Pg. 181 504.237.2173 www.StacyMarks.com WELCH PHOTOGRAPHY & VIDEO....... Pg. 189 985.845.8405 www.WelchPhotoVideo.com Oscar Rajo Photography

VIDEOGRAPHERS SUZY MARKS VIDEOGRAPHY.........................BC 504.469.4069 www.SuzyMarks.com

OTHER BOOGIE BOOTH...........................................Pg. 187 504.457.8033 www.BoogieBooth.com CHRISTINA PAPPION LIVE EVENT PAINTER..Pg. 129

504.710.2434 www.PappionArtistry.com

NOLA WAXWORKS.....................................Pg. 136 504.450.8273 www.NolaWaxworks.com SELA PHOTOBOOTH...................................Pg. 188 504.234.1244 www.SELAPhotobooths.com

PUBLICATIONS CLARION HERALD......................................Pg. 168 504.596.3035 www.ClarionHerald.org

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wedding dress storage

t was love at first sight, the perfect fit for your perfect day - your wedding dress. Although you wore it only once, if you take as much care in preserving your wedding dress as you did in choosing it, then it can be enjoyed as a family heirloom for years to come-symbolizing love and family. Here are a few tips to keep your beloved garment as beautiful as the day you wore it. 1. You can either have your dress professionally preserved, or you can do it yourself. Either way, your dress should be cleaned within six weeks following your wedding day. Even the smallest stains cause the dress to yellow over time. 2.

Professional gown preservation costs between $150 and $500, depending on the amount of soilage. It is recommended to bring your dress to a reputable dry cleaner who cleans about 100 dresses or more a year.

3. If you choose to take things into your own hands, then you must first decide between box and hanger storage. It may be more practical to store the dress in a box, but hanger storage is the best way to prevent hard-to-remove creases. Either way, buy plenty of acid-free tissue paper. 4. For box storage, line an acid-free cardboard box with the tissue paper and lay the hem of the dress in the box. Fold the dress like an accordion, putting tissue paper between each fold. Stuff the bodice of the dress with crumpled tissue. Put some layers of tissue on top and put on the lid (make sure the lid is solid and does not have a plastic window). Store the box in a cool, dry closet. Check the condition of the dress each year, and re-pack so the folds are in different places. 5. For hanger storage, wrap a wide hanger with cotton batting and cover it with muslin. Buy an acid-free cardboard “dress shaper” and place it over the hanger. Wrap it in tissue and place the dress over it. Stuff the bodice of the dress and any deep folds with the acid-free tissue paper. Cover the dress with a muslin garment bag and hang it in a cool, dry closet, taking care not to crush it with other clothing. Check the dress each year and wash the muslin cover.

Budget Planner Keep track of all your wedding expenses by using our handy wedding budget worksheet.

Description Amount Wedding Parties

Vendor / Notes

Engagement Party / Dinner

$..................................................

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Bachelorette Party

$..................................................

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Bridesmaids’ Lunch

$..................................................

............................................................

Rehearsal Dinner

$..................................................

............................................................

Brunch for out-of-town guests

$..................................................

............................................................

Notes__________________________________________________________________________________________________

Wedding Stationery Invitations $..................................................

............................................................

Announcements $..................................................

............................................................

Save the Date cards

$..................................................

............................................................

Thank You Cards

$..................................................

............................................................

Reply Cards

$..................................................

............................................................

Stamps $..................................................

............................................................

Calligraphy $..................................................

............................................................

Notes__________________________________________________________________________________________________

Bridal Attire and Personal Grooming Wedding Dress

$..................................................

............................................................

Headpiece/Veil $..................................................

............................................................

Shoes $..................................................

............................................................

Accessories $..................................................

............................................................

Dresses for Other Parties

$..................................................

............................................................

Undergarments $..................................................

............................................................

Hairdresser, makeup, nails, etc.

$..................................................

............................................................

Trousseau $..................................................

............................................................

Alterations $..................................................

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Budget Planner Photography/Videography Formal Portraits

$..................................................

............................................................

Engagement $..................................................

............................................................

Wedding and Reception

$..................................................

............................................................

Wedding Album

$..................................................

............................................................

Parents’ Albums

$..................................................

............................................................

Extra Prints

$..................................................

............................................................

Videography of Wedding

$..................................................

............................................................

Notes__________________________________________________________________________________________________

Flowers Ceremony

$..................................................

............................................................

Bride’s Bouquet

$..................................................

............................................................

Groom’s Boutonniere

$..................................................

............................................................

Bridesmaids/Groomsmen $..................................................

............................................................

Mothers’ Corsages

$..................................................

............................................................

Reception Arrangements

$..................................................

............................................................

Notes__________________________________________________________________________________________________

Reception Food/Caterer $..................................................

............................................................

Drinks $..................................................

............................................................

Wedding Cakes

$..................................................

............................................................

Rental of Facility Rentals ( tents, furniture, etc.)

$..................................................

............................................................

$..................................................

............................................................

Place Cards

$..................................................

............................................................

Tips $..................................................

............................................................

Decorations $..................................................

............................................................

Notes__________________________________________________________________________________________________

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Music/Entertainment Ceremony $..................................................

............................................................

DJ $..................................................

............................................................

Band $..................................................

............................................................

Notes__________________________________________________________________________________________________

Transportation Limousine/Carriage $.................................................. Parking $..................................................

............................................................ ............................................................

Notes__________________________________________________________________________________________________

Gifts For the Groom (optional)

$..................................................

............................................................

Maid/Matron of Honor

$..................................................

............................................................

Bridesmaids $..................................................

............................................................

Bride’s Parents

$..................................................

............................................................

Groom’s Parents

$..................................................

............................................................

The Groom’s Ring

$..................................................

............................................................

Notes__________________________________________________________________________________________________

Fees Church / Ceremony Location

$..................................................

............................................................

Officiant $..................................................

............................................................

Officiant Assistants

............................................................

$..................................................

Notes__________________________________________________________________________________________________

Miscellaneous Wedding Consultant

$..................................................

............................................................

Attendants Accessories Guest Favors

$..................................................

............................................................

$..................................................

............................................................

Bridal Toss (confetti, bubbles, etc.)

$..................................................

............................................................

Monogrammed Napkins

$..................................................

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Budget Planner Cake Accessories (knife, top, etc.)

$..................................................

............................................................

Hotel Accommodations

$..................................................

............................................................

Guest Book and Pen

$..................................................

............................................................

Champagne Flutes

$..................................................

............................................................

Garter $..................................................

............................................................

Unity Candle

............................................................

$..................................................

Notes__________________________________________________________________________________________________

Honeymoon Travel (plane, etc)

$..................................................

............................................................

Cruise $..................................................

............................................................

Accommodations $..................................................

............................................................

Spending Money

............................................................

$..................................................

Rental Car $.................................................. ............................................................ Notes__________________________________________________________________________________________________

Other Expenses not listed above __________________________________ $..................................................

............................................................

__________________________________ $..................................................

............................................................

__________________________________ $..................................................

............................................................

__________________________________ $..................................................

............................................................

Notes__________________________________________________________________________________________________ Total $

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