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Wedding Inspiration for Orlando Couples Summer/Fall 2019

Including Your Dog in Your Wedding Wedding Cake Inspiration WEEKEND GETAWAY: The Palm Beaches

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WEDDING TIPS Including Your Dog in Your Wedding 4 Weekend Getaway: The Palm Beaches 6 How to Travel with Your Partner 9 Wedding Cakes: What You Should Know 21

REAL WEDDINGS Up the Creek Farms 32 Highland Manor 35

INSPIRATION

Holy Trinity Reception Center 38

Get the Look 26

The Banyan Estate 41 Luxmore Grande Estate 44

Street Art Bridal Fashions 12 Wedding Cake Inspiration 22

PLANNING Bridesâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Advice 47 Wedding Timeline 52 Venue/Vendor Guide 55

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Welcome to the Summer/Fall 2019 issue of

Orange Blossom Bride magazine and congrats on your engagement! When I think of summer, I tend to think of traveling and who better to travel with then your soon to be spouse?! In this issue, we get expert advice for traveling with your significant other and still liking each other when you get home. We also look at a great weekend getaway destination, The Palm Beaches, which has a little something for everyone. For a little wedding day look inspiration, we hit the streets of Orlando to showcase beautiful bridal fashions with some amazing street art around town. I personally love all of the murals around town, so it made for a really fun shoot! As always, we have beautiful wedding inspiration and some of the best venues and vendors to bring your wedding day together.

HAPPY PLANNING!!

Amanda Schmidt Editor-in-Chief

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Puppy Love

HOW TO INCLUDE YOUR DOG IN YOUR WEDDING It is such a special experience to include your dog in your wedding day! It means so much to have them there as part of your wedding celebration. Your pup would be happy with any role you choose for them (as long as it includes belly rubs & treats), but it can be difficult trying to decide where they will fit into the day. There are so many wonderful ways to include them and ensure they don't get overlooked on such an important occasion. Of course, it also shows your vendors and guests how important their presence is to you! 4

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FLOWER GIRL OR RING BEARER

This is a big responsibility for your pup on your wedding day. Even if they don’t actually carry the rings or flowers down the aisle, this is still a very special role.

ESCORT

Assigning your dog as an escort to an important person in your ceremony can be a great way to include them. Whether it’s a member of the bridal party, your parents or even the soon-tobe Mr. or Mrs., your dog will know they have an important job to do!

GREETER

Is there anything better than showing up to a wedding only to be greeted with puppy kisses!? If your pup will be the first thing your guests see as they arrive, we guarantee there will be smiles all around!

IN THE DETAILS!

Again, if you’re unable to include them in the actual day (or maybe you can and you just want to show them some extra love!) you can include them in your wedding details! From adding a custom drawing of your pup on your favors or cocktail napkins, to naming your signature cocktail after them! There are so many fun ways to include your pet in your wedding day and show everyone how special they are to you.

About the Author:

Ilana and Kelly are owners of FairyTail Pet Care. They are professional pet sitters who make it possible for couples to include their pets in their wedding day.

ENGAGEMENT PHOTOS

It’s not always possible to include your pet in your wedding day, so why not let them be the ones to announce the big news! The photos will last a lifetime & will make for a great memory. Photos: Left: Regina As The Photographer | Top and T.O.C: Sarah & Ben Photography | Right: Ashlee Hamon Photography Summer/Fall 2019

Weekend Getaway

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The Palm Beaches is the perfect getaway spot for your bachelor/bachelorette party or even a weekend staycation to escape the hard work that goes into planning a wedding. With a wide variety of restaurants, shops, and places to explore, there is sure to be a little something for everyone!

WHERE TO STAY PGA National Resort and Spa Don’t let the name fool you. This resort is not just for lovers of golf, though it does boast 5 of Florida’s top Golf Courses (and is home to the Honda Classic and the legendary Bear Trap). It also has a world-class destination spa. This unique spa is one of the largest you’ll find, allowing your entire party to receive treatments simultaneously! Be sure to try one of their Waters of the World treatments and follow it up by soaking in one of their two mineral pools. Complete your day of fun with a delicious meal at Ironwood Steak & Seafood and a bit of shopping at one of the nearby malls and then cozy up in your guest suite. PGA National has a variety of spacious rooms, including specialty suites for an extra dose of luxury!

Eau Palm Beach Resort & Spa Modern meets Old Florida is what comes to mind when you walk into Eau Palm Beach Resort & Spa, which is one of only three 5 Star Resorts in the area. Greeted with a glass of champagne, you are immediately immersed into a stay that is sure to be luxurious and effortless. Spend your days lounging in an oceanfront cabana and your nights enjoying a nighttime cocktail around the fire pit. A must during your stay is a visit to the Eau Spa, where their motto is “Pause. Play. Perfect.” Choose from an impressive list of services (HELLO! Champagne Shimmer Body Luster) and relax with champagne and cupcakes before your service. Another perk of having a treatment is being able to spend time in the resorts Self-Centered Garden before or after your treatment.

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WHERE TO EAT Sinclair’s Ocean Grill Take a break from the beach but not the Ocean View at Jupiter Beach Resort & Spa’s Signature Restaurant. Sinclair’s Ocean Grill has an incredible atmosphere, plenty of gourmet dishes to indulge in, and an extensive wine list.

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Fresh food and tropical ambiance is what this Jupiter restaurant is all about! Enjoy fresh catches and cocktails at a waterfront table or head over to the main stage for live music!

WHAT TO DO Pontiki Cruise down the Jupiter Inlet on a Pontoon boat fully equipped with a tiki bar, lounge chairs, an onboat restroom, craft beer, wine, and snacks. Need I say more?

Morikami Museum and Japanese Gardens Get a dose of tranquility at the Morikami Museum and Japanese Gardens. Experience Japanese culture by exploring their 16 acre garden or spending some time in their museum. Take it to the next level by tasting Pan-Asian cuisine at the Cafe or by attending one of their many classes or special events!

Morikami Museum and Japanese Gar dens Delray Beach, FL

Looking for more things to do on your stay in The Palm Beaches? Visit thepalmbeaches.com to create your perfect weekend getaway! 8

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How to Travel with Your Significant Other AND STILL LIKE EACH OTHER WHEN YOU GET HOME

For many of us, traveling with your spouse/fiance(e)/girlfriend/boyfriend is a big step in a relationship, and there are few trips as life-changing as a honeymoon. Amidst the excitement of wedding planning, couples donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t often consider the potential challenges that may arise before and during their honeymoon. Here are some things to consider while you are planning your honeymoon to make sure you return from your trip still happily married. Summer/Fall 2019

A variety of issues can cause tension between couples before and during a trip: Different Travel Styles: One likes to be on the go while the other wants relaxation; one likes cruises and the other doesn’t. Different Experience Levels in Traveling: One is well-traveled and the other has no idea what to expect in the security line at the airport. Different Expectations: Who is responsible for logistics, reservations, etc. Discussing these issues prior to traveling can contribute to a more enjoyable honeymoon. During the planning process, it’s important to communicate with each other to minimize the stress that comes with traveling to a new place. Talk about previous trips you’ve taken and what you liked or didn’t like about it. If one person is well-traveled and it’s the other person’s first time on a plane, be sure to figure out a game plan of getting to the airport on time and going through security. Have the basic logistics figured out such as accommodations, airport transfers, and rail tickets. Being in a new place is stressful enough without needing to figure out these items on the spot. You don’t need to have a detailed itinerary ready, but at least have some form of structure so that you can free up some brain space to enjoy each other. Delegate duties and responsibilities, who will handle the documents, who will handle the navigating, and who will bring the snacks. As with many things in marriage, find a compromise if neither of you can completely agree. For example, one of you may want to go on a cruise but the other doesn’t want to spend so much time on a megaship. Perhaps look into something like a river cruise or small ship cruise that combines both a cruising experience with a more port-intensive itinerary. One of the best ways to make sure you are covering all your bases for your honeymoon and future travels together is to work with a travel advisor. They will know the right questions to ask, including the ones most people won’t even think to consider. Travel advisors work with couples and families with different tastes all the time and can give you expert opinions and unbiased advice. In addition, they can handle the important travel details for you so that you can simply enjoy each other.

About the Author:

Theresa of Get Out! Custom Travels is a Central Florida based travel agent who provides honeymoon planning for engaged couples, as well as hotel room blocking for their out of town wedding guests. Orange Blossom Bride

ORLANDO STREET ART and

Left and Right: Photos: In Style Imagery | Hair and Makeup: Jazz It Up Artistry | Florist: Events by The Flower Studio | Dress: Bridal Gallery Orlando | Model: Demi Devaux Mural Artist: Left: Ink Dwell Studio - Location: Monarch Initiative | Right: Luce Sky Art - Corner of Edgewater Dr. and Guernsey St.

Bridal Fashions

Left and Right: Photos: Rudy and Marta Photography | Hair and Makeup: Bella con Stileâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Beauty| Florist: Events by The Flower Studio | Dress: Bridal Gallery Orlando | Model: Ally Gursky Mural Artist: Left: Horsebites. Location: Rise Above Tattoo | Right: Cherie Bosela and Jennifer Kuns, Location: Lamp Shade Fair

Left and Right: Photos: Leah Langley Photography | Hair and Makeup: Brie and Brie | Dress: Bridal Gallery Orlando | Model: Lauren Allen Mural Artist: Left: Andrew Spear - Location: Shine Ave and Colonial Dr. | Right: Andrew Spear Location: Sam Flax Orlando

Wedding Cakes

What You Should Know We often get asked why wedding cakes are so much more than your everyday birthday or celebration cake. The truth is that there is so much more that goes into getting that delicious masterpiece to your wedding reception than any other celebration. Here are just a few elements that go into consideration when creating the wedding cake for your big day!

CONSULTATIONS Unlike a birthday cake that you may select out of a binder, your cake artist will need a lot more detail in order to create the cake or dessert that you want for your wedding celebration. They will need to know the overall theme and feel for your wedding, what your vision is for your cake, decor elements, color scheme, etc. Some bakers will provide you with a unique sketch of what your cake will look like.

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TECHNIQUES There are a variety of different techniques that can be used when it comes to creating a wedding cake. The most basic would be deciding if youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d like to use fondant or buttercream as your base. From there you will decide what details you will want, and this can be anything from hand painted elements, time-consuming textures, fondant pieces, and/or sugar art.

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Florida weather is harsh in general, but it can especially be hard on wedding cakes! The heat can cause the best constructed cake to fall apart. A professional baker will take weather into consideration and have systems in place to make sure that your wedding cake is being well-taken care of.

DELIVERY In the case that an unexpected bump would happen to damage your cake they have kits on hand to fix any issues. Wedding cakes often need to be transported in pieces and then built upon arrival. Many times decor elements will be placed on the cake after delivery as well to make sure that they stay safe during the drive to the venue. This is often a time-consuming and tedious task.

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p.24 Cakes (top to bottom): Bakers Cottage Cakes | Cake and Bake, LLC | Bake a Wish Photos: Bumby Photography 21

Garden Party

from Bakers Cottage Cakes

Hand-Painted W himsy from Cake and Bake, LLC

Modern Elegance

from Bake A Wish

Get the Look Sleek and modern, this beautiful Jenny Yoo gown gives us those Royal vibes which we are still loving a year later! Statement earrings offer just the right amount of sparkle to accent the gown. When it comes to the hair and makeup, Orlando hair and makeup artist Karen, owner of Karmel Design Team, was inspired by sophistication and grace. She explains, â&#x20AC;&#x153;I wanted to give a look that was timeless. We used earthy tones keeping it very neutral with a pop of red lipstick for an elegant mood and a touch of highlight to bring up her cheek bones. The combination was clean, sophisticated and yet timeless.â&#x20AC;? Add in a beautiful updo and you have a perfectly classy bridal look!

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Up the Creek Farms p. 32 Highland Manor p. 35 Holy Trinity Reception Center p. 38 The Banyan Estate p. 41 Luxmore Grande Estate p. 44

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Up the Creek Farms GRANT-VALKARIA, FL

Desiree and Evan

Technically speaking, Desiree and Evan were already married, and their Up the Creek Farms wedding was actually more of a vow renewal! While living in North Carolina, Desiree fell in love with the coastal, low country feel of the area and when it came time to plan their wedding knew she wanted to include those vibes. After visiting Up the Creek Farms, the couple knew it was the perfect venue for them! The beautiful oaks and Spanish moss reminded Desiree of North Carolina. The boathouse worked beautifully with all of the coastal details they had planned.

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Evan really wanted Desiree to have the wedding of her dream, which for Desiree meant tons of gorgeous, lush flowers. Their florist, Gather Floral Co., created a beautiful greenery circular arch that was able to be repurposed as the backdrop for their sweetheart table. The bridal and bridesmaids bouquets included large air plants, which her best gals were able to have as a keepsake. However, her favorite floral piece was her flower crown. She says, â&#x20AC;&#x153;It made me feel like a goddess. It definitely completed my look and was a great alternative to a veil.â&#x20AC;?

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Highland Manor APOPKA, FL

Leslie and Adam

Leslie and Adam chose a simple, vintage theme for their wedding, which perfectly complemented the vintage feel of their venue. Their color scheme was burgundy, gold, blush, and ivory, which was perfectly accented by their choice of garland, spider mums, and roses as wedding flowers. When planning the wedding, the couple placed a huge emphasis on making sure that the wedding was not just for them, but also to marry their two cultures together. Although this was the first time the coupleâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s families met, they wanted them to mingle and really enjoy each othersâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; company. By incorporating Leslieâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Puerto Rican culture with including a Batucada (folklore drums and instruments) to get the party started, they had a perfect icebreaker between the two families. The couple shares that while the planning process can oftentimes seem long and stressful, it is all worth it! In the end they loved how their guests enjoyed themselves, and that their families combined on this magical day to celebrate their love!

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Holy Trinity Reception Center MAITLAND, FL

Yazmin and Robert

Yazmin and Robertâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Holy Trinity Reception Center wedding was full of culture, bold colors, and of course, lots of love! They wanted to incorporate their two different cultures into their wedding, so the theme was American Southern/ Jamaican fusion. For the ceremony they went with a lux theme, incorporating white and gold, a classic draping background, and ghost chairs into the decor. A dramatic entryway draping finished off the ceremony look.

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After the ceremony, the newlyweds wanted their guests to feel as if they were transported to Jamaica. They had steel drummers playing at their cocktail hour and highlighted dynamic colors of the Jamaican culture with their reception decor. Bold fuchsia, teal, and gold pops of color were incorporated throughout the reception space. Not only did the wedding vibes change, but so did the whole wedding party. Each member, including the bride and groom, changed their attire to fit with the mood of the vibrant wedding reception.

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T he Banyan Estate MALABAR, FL

Nicole and Nelson

This Banyan Estate Wedding is the perfect example of how you can truly mesh your personalities together to come up with a unique and meaningful wedding concept. The couple both enjoy travel, but Nicole loves the bohemian style, while Nelson is more of a classic kind of guy. They wanted to somehow bring all of this into their wedding day decor. For their color palette they use vintage tones of greens, dusty blue, mauve and ivory mixed in with navy, gold and maroon. To include their love of travel, an old atlas that they had for years served as a unique guest book. They also had a map on the wall and asked people to pin a place that they should travel together. The bohemian atmosphere that Nicole wanted stood out the most in the florals. Lush greenery with a beautiful King Protea worked perfectly in the bridal bouquet. Nelsonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s classic style was incorporated with a cigar and whiskey area complete with a vintage couch, old suitcases, and whiskey barrel chairs. They even had a vintage blue car parked by the sitting area to complete the look.

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Participating Vendors: Ceremony Venue: St. Joseph Miller Street Catholic Church | Reception Venue: The Banyan Estate |Wedding Planner: Mrs. G Event Specialist | Photographer: Copper and Co. Photography | Florist/Backdrop/Linens/Chargers: Buds Etc. | Cake: The Best Little Cake House | Caterer: Green Turtle Catering | Vintage Rentals: Crystal and Crates Summer/Fall 2019

Luxmore Grande Estate WINTER SPRINGS, FL

Morgan and Travis

It was all about the greenery for this vintage Luxmore Grande Estate wedding! University of Florida alumni Morgan and Travis wanted it to look like nature reclaiming the mansion in a classy and tasteful way. By incorporating a ton of greenery and white flowers, they achieved their desired look. In fact, one of Morgan’s favorite details of the day were the crawling vines that were placed on the curtains of their sweetheart table. The end result was elegant and enchanting at the same time. For Morgan, the best part of their wedding day was doing a first look with her soon-to-be

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husband as well as her father. She shared that she loved having that intimate and emotional moment with these men that mean so much to her. The venue’s beautiful entryway set the stage perfectly. After a lovely garden ceremony, the couple took photos with their bridal party in the unique library space. They proceed to the grand ballroom for the reception where their beautiful theme continued. Morgan’s advice, “Spend the money on the flowers and the decor because it really does make the experience so magical and beautiful…” And from viewing the pictures of the decor from their wedding day, we have to say that we agree!

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Brides' ADVICE Wedding planning can be an overwhelming world. It’s always helpful to have advice. Who better to give wedding planning advice than those that just went through the process and came out on the other end?! We asked the brides of this issue’s featured weddings to share their wedding planning wisdom for couples preparing to walk down the aisle.

“Try not to stress! The hard part is over, you already found the perfect person. Relax, take it all in, and have fun!”

Desiree, Up the Creek Farms p.32

“It’s a long and stressful process. But at the end it will be worth it!.”

Leslie, Highland Manor p.35

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“Relax and breathe. Do not forget to take a moment during your wedding reception to step back and take it all in. Remember the wedding is just one day but you have a lifetime with your partner.”

Yazmin, Holy Trinity Reception Center p.37

“Try your best to lay everything you think you want out before you start planning. Start with what is really important to you and go from there, but remember that those things may change over time, so be flexible. It’s so easy to be indecisive with all the options out there. Once you decide on something, stick with it and try not to keep looking at other options. Don’t try to do everything yourself. If you can afford a planner...then DO IT.”

Nicole, The Banyan Estate p.41

“I was able to plan this wedding in 3 months (which is a miracle)! I suggest giving yourself time to pay attention to every detail that is special to you, but with hard work you can make a beautiful wedding on any timeframe! Spend the money on the flowers and decor because it really does make the experience so magical and beautiful to have on your big day and in your photos forever. Nothing beats beautiful fresh flowers and greenery, especially if your florist is an artist like mine was.”

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Wedding Vendor Contact List

You will be hiring multiple wedding professionals to help make your wedding day come together. One of the best things that you can do to ensure that your wedding planning is less stressful is to stay organized, especially if you do not have a full planning wedding planner. Make sure to keep track of all of the details and contracts that you get from each.

Cer emony Venue Contact: Phone: Email: Deposit: $ Payment: $ Payment: $

Date: Date: Date:

Wedding Planner Contact: Phone: Email: Deposit: $ Payment: $ Payment: $

Date: Date: Date:

R eception Venue Contact: Phone: Email: Deposit: $ Payment: $ Payment: $

Photographer Contact: Phone: Email: Deposit: $ Payment: $ Payment: $

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Flor ist

Videographer Contact: Phone: Email: Deposit: $ Payment: $ Payment: $

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Contact: Phone: Email: Deposit: $ Payment: $ Payment: $

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Baker Contact: Phone: Email: Deposit: $ Payment: $ Payment: $

Date: Date: Date:

DJ/Musician Contact: Phone: Email: Deposit: $ Payment: $ Payment: $

Officiant

Transportation Contact: Phone: Email: Deposit: $ Payment: $ Payment: $

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Contact: Phone: Email: Deposit: $ Payment: $ Payment: $

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Date: Date: Date:

Honeymoon

Stationery Contact: Phone: Email: Deposit: $ Payment: $ Payment: $

Date: Date: Date:

Cater er

R entals Contact: Phone: Email: Deposit: $ Payment: $ Payment: $

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Other Desserts Contact: Phone: Email: Deposit: $ Payment: $ Payment: $

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Photo Booth Contact: Phone: Email: Deposit: $ Payment: $ Payment: $

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Other Vendor Contact: Phone: Email: Deposit: $ Payment: $ Payment: $

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Wedding Timeline X

There are so many details that go into planning a wedding and a certain time frame to get those details done. We have created a quick cheat sheet for you to stay organized and make sure you do not forget anything. Happy Planning!

12+ MONTHS

make sure your engagement ring is insured

select groom’s and groomsmen’s attire

decide on your wedding date

decide on your wedding invitation wording

create a wedding budget decide on your wedding style

start planning your honeymoon

create a preliminary guest list

select a baker for your wedding cake/dessert

find a ceremony and reception venue

create your wedding registry

select an officiant

schedule bridal hair and makeup trials

create a wedding website

9-11 MONTHS

narrow down guest list to fit in budget and venue have an engagement party order your wedding dress book your wedding planner and photographer send out save the dates decide on and ask wedding party members if your venue does not have a caterer, find and book one get estimates for decor and lighting rentals set up hotel room blocks for out of town guests

6-8 MONTHS

book your videographer book your florist

4-5 MONTHS

send your wedding invitations

finalize details with caterer and rentals purchase decor/details you are not renting purchase your wedding rings start planning your rehearal dinner reserve your day of transportation start dance lessons for first dance

3 MONTHS

have your bridal shower finalize playlist details with your DJ or band get your marriage license finalize ceremony details with officiant decide on wedding favors

2 MONTHS

start brainstorming your wedding vows finalize menu create wedding ceremony programs send “thank yous” for your bridal shower gifts have your bachelor and bachelorette party purchase presents for future spouse, wedding party, and parents schedule your dress fitting

1 MONTH

final dress fitting

plan where you and future spouse will get ready day of

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1 MONTH CONT. book wedding night accommodations

shop for honeymoon clothing have your emergency kit for the wedding day and your “something old, new, borrowed and blue”

1-2 WEEKS follow up with guests who haven’t RSVP’d give final guest count to caterer, baker, and venue make escort cards and/or display confirm all final payments and details if you are giving a toast, prepare your speech pick up your marriage license give your day-of schedule to your vendors and wedding party provide ceremony rehearsal and rehearsal dinner information to those attending

2-3 DAYS

pack your wedding overnight bag

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make sure details are clear with ceremony and reception sites pamper yourself with a manicure and pedicure designate someone to take your wedding gifts home

After all the planning for your wedding celebration, don’t forget to make sure that at the end of the day you are a legally married couple. Here are the locations to apply for a marriage licence in the Central Florida area.

Brevard County

1 DAY BEFORE have your rehearsal and rehearsal dinner give marriage license to your officiant bring any ceremony details with you to your rehearsal get a good night’s rest

Clerk of the Court 400 South St. Titusville, FL 32780 (321) 952-4604

Lake County

County Clerk of the Circuit Court 122 E. Main St. Tavares, FL 32778 (352) 253-2650

Orange County

WEDDING DAY!

make sure you eat breakfast exchange gifts with spouse and give gifts to parents and wedding party

Enjoy Your Wedding Day!

POST WEDDING

freeze the top layer of your wedding cake send “thank yous” for wedding gifts

pick up groom’s attire

if you are planning to, change your name

leave honeymoon details with a family member

have your dress cleaned and preserved

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WHERE TO MAKE IT LEGAL IN CENTRAL FLORIDA

Clerk of the Courts 425 N. Orange Ave. Orlando, FL 32801 (407) 836-2067

Seminole County Clerk of the Court 301 N. Park Ave. Sanford, FL 32771 (407) 665-4375

Volusia County

Clerk of Circuit Court 101 N. Alabama Ave. DeLand, FL 32724 (386) 736-5911

Wedding d e rr e f e Pr Venues

The Club at Bella Collina

Harmony Gardens

15920 County Rd 455 Montverde, FL 34756 (407) 469-4999 bellacollina.com/weddings-events/ weddingsandevents@bellacollina.com see on p.28

5528 Aragon Ave De Leon Springs, FL 32130 (386) 589-1862 harmonygardens.org info@harmonygardens.org

Mission Inn Resort

Sunny Acres Lodge

Photo: Kati Rosado Photography

Photo: Life Long Photography Studio

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The Capen House

Photo: Nate + Lori Photo and Cinema

10400 FL-48 Howey-In-The-Hills, FL 34737 (352) 324-3916 missioninnresortweddings.com wedding@missioninnresort.com see on p.57

1490 Marie St Malabar, FL 32950 (321) 536-9080 banyanvenue.com info@banyanvenue.com see on p.25, 41-43.

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Photo: Sophiaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Art Photography

7290 Hacienda Trail Polk City, FL 33868 (863) 888-0408 sunnyacreslodge.com info@sunnyacreslodge.com see on p.18

633 Osceola Ave Winter Park, FL 32789 (407) 960-4719 capenhouse.com operations@polasek.org

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The Acre Orlando

The Royal Crest Room

Venue 1902 at Preservation Hall

Up the Creek Farms

Photo: Lilly and Lilly Photography

Photo: Lisa Marshall Photography

4421 Edgewater Dr. Orlando, FL (407) 704-5161 theacreorlando.com sales@theacreorlando.com Photo: Darling Juliet Photography

301 W 7th St. Sanford, FL 32771 (407) 986-8600 venue1902.com hello@venue1902.com see on Cover, p.20, 26-27

5330 Michigan Ave St Cloud, FL 34772 (407) 892-2009 theroyalcrestroom.com karen@theroyalcrestroom.com see on p.54 Photo: Al Dee Productions

3590 Valkaria Rd. Grant-Valkaria, FL 32950 (321) 499-4232 upthecreekfarms.com info@upthecreekfarms.com see on p.32-34

Visit bit.ly/2nCEdAD to see more from these beautiful wedding venues!

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Wedding Pro

The wedding professionals that you hire will be the key piece in making your wedding vision come to life. Our wedding vendor directory is the perfect place to find your wedding pros.

What makes our directory different?

The wedding professionals listed in our directory are extensively vetted to ensure that they are not only an expert in their field and provide couples with impeccable service, but have a great record of working well with other wedding vendors which is so important to make sure your wedding runs smoothly.

WEDDING PLANNERS

FLORISTS

PHOTOGRAPHERS

Bella Sposa Events

Bliss Flower and Design Studio

Ashley Jane Photography

(814) 572-0896 hello@bellasposaevents.com bellasposaevents.com

Dandy Details Events and Design

(407) 591-9610 info@dandydetailseventsllc.com dandydetailseventsllc.com

Everlasting Events and Design (407) 864-6880 hello@everlastingeventsfl.com everlastingeventsfl.com

Just Save the Date

(407) 258-1944 kelly@justsavethedate.com justsavethedate.com

Melanie Paige Events & Design

(941) 524-5291 hello@melaniepaigeevents.com melaniepaigeevents.com

Pearl White Events

(407) 519-0646 contact@pearlwhiteevents.com pearlwhiteevents.com see on p.44-46

P.S. I Love You Productions (407) 603-5102 psiloveyouprod@gmail.com psiloveuprod.com see on p.35-37

Your Favorite Day

(407) 318-6949 contact@yourfavoriteday.com yourfavoriteday.com

Winter/Spring 2019

(386) 562-1367 hello@blissflowerdesigns.com blissflowerdesigns.com

(563) 528-1152 ashley@ashleyjane-photography.com ashleyjane-photography.com see on p.3

Bluegrass Chic

Bumby Photography

(407) 900-3231 info@bluegrasschic.com bluegrasschic.com

Events by The Flower Studio

(321) 422-0823 andie@theflowerstudioonline.com eventsbytheflowerstudio.com

see on p.13, 14-15, 58 Pixies and Petals

(863) 221-4939 jennie@pixiesandpetals.com pixiesandpetals.com

see on Cover, p.27

Fern and Curl Designs (321) 298-2676

fernandcurldesigns@gmail.com fernandcurldesigns.com

Atmospheres Floral and Decor (321) 972 2976 info@atmospheresfloral.com atmospheresfloral.com

VIDEOGRAPHERS Love and Lustre Weddings

(407) 864-0003 bumby@bumbyphotography.com bumbyphotography.com see on Cover, p.21-24, 26-27

Captured by Elle Photo & Video

(407) 749-2896 elle@capturedbyelle.com capturedbyelle.com

Casie Marie Photography

(352) 304-2197 hello@casiemariephotography.com casiemariephotography.com see on p.19

Flora Bloom Photography

(407) 476-3513 amanda@florabloomphotography.com florabloomphotography.com

In Style Imagery

(352) 250-2935 olivia@instyleimagery.com instyleimagery.com see on p.12-13

(574) 607-5240 hello@loveandlustreweddings.com loveandlustreweddings.com see on p.29

Jamie Leigh Photography (407) 701-2356

Ty Albers Videography

Laruen K Downing Photography

(407) 614-7772 info@tyalbersvideography.com tyalbersvideography.com

jamie@itsjamieleigh.com itsjamieleigh.com

(239) 691-3075 laurenkdowningphotography @yahoo.com laurenkdowningphotography.com

PHOTOGRAPHERS

HAIR AND MAKEUP

EVENT SITTERS

(407) 506-8660 leah@leahlangley.com leahlangley.com see on p.16-17

(407) 285-7486 amanda@bcsmakeup.com bcsmakeup.com see on p.14-15

(813) 701-9663 woof@fairytailpet.com fairytailpet.com see on p.4-5

Jazz It Up Artistry

Tootles Event Sitters and Entertainment

Leah Langley Photography

Rachel Doyle Photography

(407) 619-6020 racheldoylephotography@outlook.com racheldoylephotography.com see on p.35-37

Rudy & Marta Photography

(386) 456-7633 info@jazzitupartistry.com jazzitupartistry.com see on p.12-13

Brie & Brie

(321) 270-9524 info@rudyandmarta.com rudyandmarta.com see on p.14-15

(352) 360-8108 brittney@brieandbrie.com brieandbrie.com see on p.16-17

Sophia’s Art Photography

Gabriella Anthoney’s Design Artistry

(407) 873-4951 info@sophiasartphoto.com sophiasartphoto.com

CAKES AND DESSERTS Couture Cakes

(407) 953-9853 info@couturecakesbylia.com couturecakesbylia.com see on p.61

Bake A Wish

(407) 967-8915 info@bakeawishonline.com bakeawishonline.com see on p.21. 24

Bakers Cottage Cakes

(407) 233-8616 info@gadartistry.com gadartistry.com

Karmel Design Team

FairyTail Pet Care

(407) 494-1526 info@tootleseventsitters.com tootleseventsitters.com

RENTALS A Chair Affair

(386) 479-4308 ann@chairaffairrentals.com chairaffairrentals.com see on p.40, Back

Dishie Rentals

(321) 2-DISHIE sheena@dishierentals.com dishierentals.com

Lil Epic Design, LLC

(407) 575-5317 info@karmeldesignteam.com karmeldesignteam.com see on Cover, p.26-27

(407) 928-8332 ellicemae@lilepicdesign.com lilepicdesign.com

Marin Makeup

Ocean Hawks Rentals

(407) 710-5494 ashley@marinmakeup.com marinmakeup.com

(407) 797-5511 events@oceanhawksrentals.com oceanhawksrentals.com see on Cover

Orlando Wedding and Party Rentals

DJ Danny Garcia

(407) 580-7695 bakerscottagecakes@yahoo.com bakerscottagecakes.com see on Cover, p.21-22

(407) 668-0648 danny@djdannygarcia.com djdannygarcia.com see on p.19

(407) 739-5740 info@orlandoweddingandpartyrentals.com orlandoweddingandpartyrentals.com

Cake and Bake, LLC

Soundwave Entertainment

(407) 374-2534 hello@rwstyle.com rwstyle.com

(863) 353-8251 cakeandbakefla@gmail.com cakeandbakefla.com see on p.21, 23

Everything Cake

(321) 438-9408 info@everythingcake.com everythingcake.com see on p.40

Morgan Hunter Desserts

321-229-7711 morganhunterdesserts@gmail.com morganhunterdesserts.com

Bella Con Stile’ Beauty

(407) 905-0324 info@djsoundwave.net djsoundwave.net see on p.11

PHOTO BOOTHS Party Shots Orlando

(407) 542-1292 jenn@partyshotsorlando.com partyshotsorlando.com

I Heart Photo Bomb

(407) 373-8522 iheartphotobomb@gmail.com iheartphotobomb.com

RW Style

HONEYMOON PLANNER Get Out! Custom Travels

(407) 970-0348 theresa@getoutcustomtravels.com getoutcustomtravels.com see on p.9-10

CATERER Two Chicks and a Pot

(321) 252-5111 hello@twochicksandapot.com twochicksandapot.com Orange Blossom Bride

DANCE STUDIO

Serendipity Dance Studio

(407) 973-3409 info@serendipitydancestudio.com serendipitydancestudio.com

see on p.25

BOUDOIR PHOTOGRAPHERS Ashley Jane Photography

(563) 528-1152 ashley@ashleyjane-photography.com ashleyjane-photography.com see on p.3

BB by Bumby

(407) 864-0003 info@bbbybumby.com bbbybumby.com

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