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short Engagement There are a number of reasons that couples might not want to wait to get married. They might have to work around a military deployment, an ailing family member, or a marriage visa requirement, among many other things. If you ďŹ nd yourself in this situation, here are some things you should keep in mind.
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Budget.
No matter your timeline, establishing your budget should always be the first step of planning your wedding. This goes hand-in-hand with creating a guest list, since the more people you invite, the less your budget will stretch.
Marriage license laws.
In some states, you’re required to undergo marriage counseling and/or blood testing before you’ll be issued a license. It’s important that you research your state’s laws ahead of time so that you can meet the requirements before the wedding.
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If you’re planning a traditional wedding and have less than two months to plan, invitations need to go out. That means you have to have a wedding date, venue, and ceremony start time chosen as soon as possible. Note that availability might be limited on short notice, especially if you’re getting married during a popular time of year. To combat this, seek out less conventional venues or off-peak days and times for your event.
Go shopping.
You, your future spouse, and anyone you ask to stand up for you at your wedding need to get attire. Due to time constraints, you may have to buy everything off the rack as opposed to custom orders. Fortunately, designer clothing can be found in many ready-to-wear stores, so you should have plenty of options. To read this article in its entirety, visit
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5 Unique Ways to Incorporate Family Tradition in Your Wedding
One of the most time-honored traditions in weddings is the adage, “Something Old, Something New, Something Borrowed, Something Blue.” Although the popularity of this tradition waned over the past decade, it’s making a resurgence. Weddings are such sentimental events. What better time to incorporate things that hold meaning to you and your family? Here are some of the unique ways some of my couples have infused their weddings with Something Old: 20
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Rather than wearing an actual hand-me-down gown, one of my brides had a piece of her grandmother’s gown sewn into the lining of hers. The groom also had a piece of the gown sewn into the lining of his suit vest. They felt it brought them even closer on the wedding day.
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BROACH BOUQUETS. I loved the broach bouquet created by one of my brides. She sent out an e-mail to every guest prior to the wedding day asking for any broaches she could borrow. Then she carefully arranged them into a stylish, vintage-inspired bouquet. All but one of the pins was returned after the wedding, but the photos of the incredible bouquet will last a lifetime!. StriplingPhotography
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One of my favorite ways to see couples honoring their families is having the DJ ask that couples of a certain age take the dance oor. Sometimes they ask for the couple who has been married the longest, or it may be couples who have been married for more than a certain number of years. It’s a sweet way to recognize true and timeless love, and a very creative way to bring in the “Something Old.”
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This is a classic way to personalize your wedding ceremony. Nothing your officiant or a website can create will be as personal as what you write yourself.
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Guests are often looking ahead to the cocktail hour and reception when they arrive, so consider helping to break the ice with a brief pre-ceremony reception. Work with a mixologist to create a drink (alcoholic and/or non) that represents you as a couple, and name the cocktail something that represents the two of you.
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Are the two of you into acting or watching Broadway shows? Design your program in the form of a playbill from your favorite musical. Are you both fond of Marvel comics? Consider a program designed like a graphic novel where you’re both superheroes. There are plenty of ways to get creative with this ceremony touch.
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Many couples have opted for this personal touch over the years. Companies offer fabric or carpeted monogrammed aisle runners, and orists can create monograms with rose petals. For an even more personal touch, you could choose non-traditional aisle dĂŠcor that suits you as a couple, such as lining it with starďŹ sh and sand dollars if you love the beach, or making the aisle look like sheet music with notes leading up the aisle if you both love music.
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Don’t stress about having to ask a certain number of males versus females to stand up with you. Ask those people who truly mean the most to you to serve in your wedding party. If you happen to have a Man of Honor or a Best Woman, so be it! You might even want to ask someone special to serve as your officiant.
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“In my years as a wedding planner, I’ve encountered many a styling “emergency.” From torn gowns to shoes that didn’t t, there has been no shortage of problems to solve! When it comes to hair and makeup tips, however, I prefer to leave that up to the experts. Today I thought I’d share some of the tips I’ve learned from professional wedding hair and makeup artists over the years.”
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Wear sunscreen and avoid self-tanning. Especially close to the wedding day, you don’t want to burn your skin or make unsightly tan lines. If you feel you need more pigment in your skin tone, exfoliate and then have an expert apply the color.
Wear as many oil-free makeup products as possible, especially if you’re likely to perspire. You should also carry an oil-blotting sheet for use between pictures.
Pay attention to that beautiful smile. If you’re prone to yellowing, consider using an at-home whitening kit a couple of weeks before the wedding so you’re photo-ready on the big day.
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Consider the setting.
You’ll obviously dress differently for a casual outdoor wedding than you will for a formal indoor one. Make sure your attire suits the setting. No matter how casual the event, however, do take care to choose clothing dressier than you’d normally wear. For example, opt for light khaki pants and a white collared shirt if you’re exchanging vows on the beach. This is meant to be one of the most significant days of your life, so dress the part. 50
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There’s no rule saying you can’t add some personality to a wedding suit or tux. Grooms today are infusing their personal touch in their attire through themed socks, special tie pins, or cufflinks in a fun theme, like the Transformers logo or a sports team emblem. Just keep it tasteful, fellas! 52
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As Hollywood has demonstrated through movies like The Hangover, much can happen in the span of 24 hours. Be sure your attire (and that of your attendants) is safely stored the night before the wedding to help avoid any wardrobe mishaps. Shawna Hinkel Photography
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Dare to be different.
According to GQ, the traditional black suit is starting to get edged out by hipper, trendier looks like khaki, gray, or even white suits. If you consider yourself a trendsetter, don’t shy away from mixing things up with a unique suit style, a quirky bow tie, or a cleverly folded pocket square. 56
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Today’s couples aren’t afraid to stray from tradition, and they’re coming up with some exciting ways to spice up the buffet line. The most popular trend we’re seeing is the incorporation of various food bars at wedding receptions. There are tons of options that you can do, from cupcakes to candy to chips and dips. Let’s check out a few of our favorites!
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Sliders. These portable little bites have ballooned in wedding popularity over the past 5-10 years. They can be made of anything from burgers to buffalo chicken to gyro meat. Serve these up with a condiment station, and you’re bound to delight your guests.
International themes. Think Greek by offering a food bar ďŹ lled with different kinds of olives, Greek cheeses and yogurt, and bite-size spanakopita, or a Mexican theme with a taco, salsa, or churro bar, or an Asian theme with stir fry or sushi. This is a great way to bring out your heritage! 60
Breakfast. If you’re having a brunch wedding, choose a favorite breakfast food items and feature it. Think pancakes, waffles, biscuits, omelets, or even bacon.
Milkshakes. Ice cream bars are great, but imagine having a station where guests can create their own handspun milkshakes. Talk about nostalgic, memorable, and delicious!
Carnival fare. Offer up flavored popcorn, different kinds of caramel and candied apples, corn dogs, colorful cotton candy, or some other kind of carnival fare. Guests won’t be able to resist these indulgent favorites. 61
Donuts. From sweet to savory, you can’t go wrong with a donut bar. Stock this bar with filled donuts, traditional ring donuts, donut holes, and a wide variety of dipping sauces for guests to try. This is a food bar that guests will love any time of the day.
Potato bar. Almost everyone enjoys potatoes, and they’re not very expensive. Present guests with whipped potatoes, French fried potatoes, and baked potatoes along with a variety of toppings and let them create their perfect spud.
Fruit and champagne. Consider providing a fresh and vibrant food bar with an assortment of sliced fruit served with champagne. Guests can eat or drink them separately or pair them together. You can even include some creative recipes for them to try. There are no rules when it comes to creating food bars. Consider how the theme suits your wedding and your tastes, and have fun with it! What food bar options would you suggest? 62
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Most couples think of the big expenses when it comes to planning a wedding: food and beverage, the flowers, the photographer, and so on. Many couples fail to budget for the smaller or unexpected expenses, which can really add up and send you into a budget crisis. Here are some wedding costs that you may not know about, but should: PHOTOS AND VIDEO Reprints and Duplication: Photographers and videographers have various ways of structuring their packages. Some charge for time only and surrender a high resolution DVD of the images. Others have a package that includes their time and an album. There are also some who charge for their time and then give a credit towards purchasing products. Make sure you know what end result you want when choosing your vendors. Overtime: Pay careful attention to the amount of time the photographers and videographers include with their packages. I’ve found that six hours of coverage is usually sufficient for a ceremony and reception that takes place in one location. Eight hours is better if the ceremony and reception are in different locations or if you would like photos and video of you and your wedding party while you are getting ready. Be mindful of the time that’s included and be sure to include overtime in the original budget if necessary. FORMAL WEAR Wedding Gown: The most overlooked expense in wedding gowns is alterations. Alteration fees can add up very quickly. Plan to add $150-$300 for wedding gown alterations. Accessories: Don’t forget about jewelry, veil, shape wear, and the bride’s shoes. These can add on another $300-$800, depending on the bride’s taste. Tuxedo Rentals: Late return fees. Make sure you know when your tuxedos need to be returned. Keeping them extra days can cost you a lot of money. Find someone trustworthy to return them in a timely manner or offer that service yourself. To read more, visit HeadOverHeelsWeddingBlog (search: 13 Hidden Wedding Costs) 65
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Weddings can take more than a year to plan. In the process, couples can lose sight of what is arguably supposed to be the most romantic night of your lives . . . your ďŹ rst night as a married couple. We thought we’d share some tips to make sure your wedding night is everything you hope it will be!
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TO PLAN YOUR ROMANTIC WEDDING NIGHT: Wrap things up at a reasonable time. If you don’t want to be so exhausted that you head to bed and immediately fall asleep, get a full night’s sleep the night before and end your reception at a reasonable time. Remember, you and your spouse can leave a little before everyone else if you want. You’re the guests of honor! Curb the alcohol intake. Many couples want to celebrate their nuptials with champagne and/ or cocktails, and that’s okay. It’s a celebration, after all! But know your limits, and keep the coming wedding night in mind. You want to be clear-headed and alert to focus on your new spouse. Get away from it all. Consider booking a room somewhere away from where your guests are staying. If you stay near everyone else, you run the risk of getting disturbed by well-wishers, or even thinking more about whether your guests are comfortable than about your new spouse. Stay somewhere sumptuous (or at least nicer than usual). It’s your wedding night…of course you should indulge! Even if you can’t afford the honeymoon suite, spring for something nicer than you usually would. It will help to set the mood if you’re feeling like royalty. Have a late-night snack. Many couples get so caught up with making the rounds to thank their guests and dancing the night away that they neglect to eat much of their reception food. Arrange for a light snack of cheese and crackers, chocolate-covered strawberries, or something similar that the two of you can enjoy while you relax and revisit the wedding day together. Exchange gifts. Some couples exchange tokens of affection before the wedding, but it’s also perfectly acceptable to exchange them after the wedding. In fact, we think it’s a lovely way to begin your new life together! Yes, your wedding night is meant to be romantic, but be realistic. It will come at the end of an exciting and exhausting day. Don’t put too much pressure on yourselves to make it “perfect.” Just celebrate your love for each other and prepare for a very happy marriage to come! 67
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I’ve worked with a lot of couples over the years, and I’ve seen many brides and grooms lose their cool in the course of planning their weddings. It’s an easy thing to do considering it’s going to be one of the most important days of your lives. Take it from me, though…you’ll both be happier on your big day if you make every effort to avoid reaching your breaking point!
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Go on “plan-free” dates. As often as possible, take time with your future spouse to do something you both enjoy. Make that time “plan-free,” and maybe even impose a fun consequence like having to give out a kiss - if they slip up and mention the wedding plans. Keep it simple. I encourage couples to simplify as much as possible as they plan their weddings. Rather than try to book a separate ceremony and reception space, you might consider booking everything in one location. Rather than pay for two different floral setups, repurpose some of your ceremony floral.
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Nail down your vision. Many brides get bogged down in the details. Using photos for inspiration, put together a scrapbook or Pinterest board with images that inspire you. Share these with your wedding vendors and rely on their expertise to help guide you into bringing that vision to life. Until you decide what you really want, however, it’s hard for your plans to progress…so make your decision and stick to it!
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These are just a few ways to help keep your cool during the planning process. Remember, it’s likely that little things won’t go as planned along the way, but nothing is as important as you and your future spouse finally saying “I Do!”
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Wedding favors are a classic wedding tradition, but they’re often something couples don’t think about until near the end of their wedding planning. By that time, the budget can be greatly depleted or nonexistent. What can you do if you want to give your guests something nice as a thank-you without going broke? Below are some fantastic budget-friendly wedding favor ideas. The best part is that guests can keep for as long as they’d like (as opposed to food). Try these out or come up with your own: Luggage Tags. Destination weddings are popular in Florida, and some couples have given their guests personalized luggage tags as favors. There are many options out there, many for less than $1.50 each! Sunglasses. If you’re having an outdoor wedding, sunglasses are a must! Sites like Etsy customize sunglasses with your names and the wedding date, making them great wedding favors. Each pair is less than two dollars. Personalized Lip Balm. Not only is this an inexpensive gift (pricing out at less than 50 cents each on many sites), but it’s practical too. You could place it in a pretty bag with a travel-sized hand lotion and small packs of tissues and make wonderful care packages as your favors! Lottery Tickets. This one may seem odd, but it can actually be a lot of fun for your guests. Place each ticket in a specially-designed holder. Each personalized favor will end up less than three dollars.
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Personalized Tea Bags and Tea Infusers. If you’re having a garden wedding, you can find some absolutely lovely tea-inspired wedding favors such as the ones on Beau-Coup.com. Personalized tea bags placed in each teacup would be a nice touch, as would a personalized tea infuser. Together, they cost less than five dollars. Cookie Cutters. Some brides love the idea of gifting your guests with cookie cutters attached to beautiful recipe cards featuring your favorite cookie recipes. If you’re not into baking, you could just gift cookie cutters personalized with your names and the wedding date. Personalized Mason Jars. Rustic-chic is still popular, and Mason jars cost less than a dollar each. You can create personalized labels in your wedding colors and tie them around the jars, or use etching tools to personalize the jars themselves. For a little extra money, you could even include something in the jars, like the ingredients for grown-up hot cocoa. Donations. If you and your future spouse are more into philanthropy than favors, consider making a donation in your guests’ names to a charity of your choice. Place personalized note cards at each guest’s seat letting them know about the donation. You’d be surprised how many guests appreciate this type of gift! There are also plenty of food-based wedding favors that wouldn’t cost much, but many guests like to keep their favors as keepsakes. To find the perfect favors for your wedding, visit ShopPWG.com 75
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While there is no shortage of happiness on a couple’s wedding day, your parents will likely experience some bittersweet feelings. It’s a beautiful celebration, but also an end of an era – it’s not easy “giving away” your daughter or son. Consider these ideas to sneak into your wedding planning to show your mom and groom’s mom some extra love on your wedding day. Make her feel included by tying in her wedding look with yours. We just got married on Mother’s Day weekend, so my husband and I really wanted our moms to feel special on our wedding day. As our color palette included soft pinks with my bridesmaids in blush, we decided it would be fitting for our moms to be in shades of pink as well. I went with both our moms to pick out their dresses, ensuring each had an element that tied into my dress. My mom’s dress had a beaded neckline to match my beaded sash, and my mother-in-law’s dress tied in the lace element of my dress with a beautiful lace overlay. Grooms, customize your mother-son dance song. There are countless blogs and articles naming the most popular mother-son dance songs, but if none of those seem to represent your relationship with your mom, have your band or wedding singer customize lyrics to make them better fit. For example, my husband changed the words to “The Best Day” by Taylor Swift to say: I have an excellent [mother]. [Her] strength is making me stronger. God smiles on my little [sister]. Brides, give her your bouquet instead of tossing it. Rather than having your bouquet ripped apart by a handful of hopeful girls wanting to get their hands on it for good luck, consider presenting your bouquet to your mom. What woman doesn’t like receiving flowers, especially when they’re from your daughter’s most special day? It’s a nod to your mom for all she’s done and a symbol of your appreciation for her. For more ideas, visit HeadOverHeelsWeddingBlog.com 77
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HERE ARE TEN OF THE BIGGEST CULPRITS AND HOW TO AVOID GETTING TAKEN BY SURPRISE:
1 POSTAGE.
It can be hard to know exactly how much the postage for your wedding invitations will cost. Wedding invitations come in many shapes and sizes, and the contents will weigh differently depending on what you include . . . then there’s the postage for the RSVPs. Ask the stationer if they can estimate postage costs before you make your invitation decisions. On average, you’ll want to budget at least $150 to mail about 100 wedding invitations.
ACCESSORIES.
Couples don’t always think about necklaces, earrings, bracelets, belts, tie pins, cufflinks, socks, shoes, or watches when they set their wardrobe budget. To cut down on unexpected expenses, consider borrowing some of these items from friends or family members. It will make for nice sentiment. 86
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By nature, a buffet offers guests the option of eating as much food as they want. If they don’t fill up on their first visit to the buffet, they can go back a second or third time, potentially making your food costs skyrocket. To avoid unexpected expenses, ask the catering manager to closely monitor food consumption, and ask if you can cap items once they run out.
WARDROBE ALTERATIONS.
You’ve heard this before, but it bears repeating. Wedding gown alterations aren’t cheap, and many brides and bridesmaids forget to include them in their wardrobe budget. Depending on the style of the gown and how much work needs to be done, brides can easily expect to pay several hundred dollars in alterations.
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Brittany and Justin married in Lake Como on one of the most beautiful corners of the lake at Villa La Cassinella. 60 guests joined them for a threeday aair. The festivities started with a family style welcome dinner at the intimate Al Veluu overlooking the lake, which featured the Milan symphony orchestra. The wedding day started with guests being picked up by private boat and delivered to the Villa. The head mixologist from the Bvlgari Hotel Milan curated the cocktails for the special day and attendees were welcomed with imported champagne from France and fresh barriers, selected by the bride. The bride was preceded by her 3lb maltipoo and her mother as a string quartet serenaded her down the aisle. Dinner was held in a magical tent featuring endless candles, silk tablecloths and gold-rimmed china and crystal. The bride and groom performed a choreographed tango for their ďŹ rst dance complete with lunges, jumps and dips. After the tango, the live band erupted into dance music and the crowd danced the night away and concluded with ďŹ reworks. 93
Venue: Villa la Cassinella Planner: Becky Mathews Weddings & Events Dress Shop: Panache bridals Flowers/Lighting/Decor: Figli dei Fiori Photographer: White Fashion Photographer Videography: Marco Abba Videography 94
Caterer/Wedding Cake: Max & Kitchen Ceremony & Reception Music: Scarlett Entertainment OďŹƒciate: Rita Annunciata Hair and Makeup: Amberlee Beauty Invitations: Connor Calligraphy: Calligraphy Katrina
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SWEET DREAMS
At Sweet Dreams Bakery, we are known not only for our design but for our high quality and excellent avor. Being in the bakery business for over 24 years has made us the #1 bakery shop in Michigan for many consecutive years. We are highly proud and honored for our quality, work and staff.
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SWEET NOTHINGS FINE CAKES AND DESSERTS Your wedding day is one of the most important days of your life. We would be honored to create the wedding cake of your dreams. We invite you to sit and look over our wedding cake albums or bring in your own ideas or photos. We feel your cake should reflect your individual style and good taste! We can do from sweet and simple to the most grandeur of designs. 734-285-2253 145 Maple Street • Wyandotte, MI www.sweetnothingsfinecakesanddesserts.com
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OAKWOOD WEDDING CHAPEL AND BANQUET HALL Oakwood Wedding Chapel is a quaint chapel on four rolling acres in Oxford, Michigan. Seating up to 180 guests; oversized stained glass windows; plentiful photo locations; separate dressing areas for the bridal party and groomsmen. All-inclusive wedding packages available; indoor/outdoor ceremonies; indoor/outdoor receptions; tuxedos; invitations and more. Come see Oakwood Wedding Chapel. 248-431-7556 2750 N. Baldwin Road • Oxford, MI www.oakwoodweddingchapel.com oakwoodweddingchapel@yahoo.com
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ROSES ARE RED EVENTS
Roses Are Red offers fashion forward wedding flowers that reflect the individuality of each Bride that we work with. Our talented design team gives strict attention to detail, so your wedding flowers make a grand statement and set the tone and mood for your wedding. Our signature of quality will exceed your expectations. We offer Wedding Flowers, Chair Covers/Linens, Lighting and Wedding Planning.
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B. ELLA BRIDAL
B. Ella Bridal began as a dream...and a love of dresses. We hand select every gown on our oor with our brides in mind. Our friendly, knowledgeable staff invites you to explore our closet of the most unique and fabulous bridal gowns that you have ever seen!
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ONE IN A MILLION...A BRIDAL ACCESSORY BOUTIQUE Experience the most exquisite collection of Bridal Veils, Headpieces, Jewelry and more! Whether your style is trendy, classic or romantic, we are dedicated to assisting each bride create an image that is uniquely hers and perfectly compliments with the wedding gown. Turning beautiful brides into One in a million brides! 248-346-5587 251 E. Merrill St., Suite 231 • Birmingham, MI www.oneinamillionbridal.com info@oneinamillionbridal.com
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GOOFY FACES CARICATURES Goofy Faces provides artists who will draw your guests in minutes. They’re fast, accurate and fun to watch! Unlike other wedding novelties, our artists will engage and entertain your guests as well as draw their caricature as a whimsical keepsake of your special day. Wedding keepsakes and entertainment all in one!
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WVP ENTERTAINMENT GROUP
The Ultimate Wedding Combo Special $2500. You can have your wedding covered for Video, Photography, DJ Services & Photo Booth for the unbelievable price of only $2500. Book your 2015/2016 wedding date now. Call for further details. We can also provide additional services such as engagement photos, love story videos, DVD wedding invites, etc. 248-200-3837 by appointment 20245 W. 12 Mile Rd, Ste 112 • Southfield www.willsvideoproductions.net willsvideoproductions@hotmail.com 126
JOHN RICHMOND PHOTOGRAPHY Modern. Fresh. Fun. John Richmond is a photo journalistic photographer with a degree in Photography from CMU. John brings a unique blend of photo journalistic and fine art styles to wedding photography. With an unobtrusive approach, John capture the emotions, subtle details and unexpected moments of YOUR day! 248-229-7267 www.johnrichmondphotography.com john@johnrichmondphotography.com
MICHIGAN PHOTO IMAGING Exquisite Photography and Videography. We use a creative blend of Photojournalistic and Modern Style to capture the moments and memories of your Wedding day. Two Photographers, DVD, Proof Album, Formal Album, Fine Art Prints, and Engagement session included. Affordable monthly payments. Visit our website to view photos and schedule a consultation. 313-460-4602 Serving all of Southeast Michigan www.michiganphotoimaging.com info@michiganphotoimaging.com 127
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KING’S COURT CASTLE
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What bride-to-be wouldn’t choose her Fairy Tale wedding to be in an elegant and romantic Castle ballroom… So plan your wedding at King’s Court Castle, a luxurious setting like no other in Oakland County, a masterpiece of architecture and expert craftsmanship built in the historic setting of Old World Canterbury Village in beautiful Lake Orion, Michigan. 248-391-1900 2325 Josyln Court • Lake Orion, MI www.kingscourtcastle.com banquetinfo@kingscourtcastle.com 129
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St. Josaphat Banquet Centre offers a unique and comfortable setting for celebrations from 75 - 400 people. The elegant and distinctive rooms provide that personal touch that many commercial halls lack. We offer a number of complimentary items, three stunning rooms with large windows overlooking greenery and an option for a wedding chapel with reception. Venue available for weddings, rehearsal dinners, showers and more. 586-758-7711 26440 Ryan Road • Warren, MI www.stjosaphatbanquets.com stjosaphathall@aol.com 130
CAFE CORTINA Cafe Cortina is a unique venue for your engagements, bridal showers, rehearsal dinners or for the most detailed wedding reception. Casually elegant, food and attentive service have earned their high standard reputation. Start the evening with handmade tastings on private patio, following with dinner in the Garden Room and afterward guests may enjoy the patio ďŹ replace for desserts and coffees. 248-474-3033 30715 West Ten Mile • Farmington Hills, MI www.cafecortina.com info@cafecortina.com
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BRIDAL ACCESSORIES One in a million... a bridal accessory boutique 251 Merrill Street Suite 231 Birmingham 248-346-5587 oneinamillionbridal.com see ad on page 120
Barb’s Bridal Design 45249 Van Dyke Avenue Utica 586-779-7701
Elizabeth’s Bridal Manor 402 South Main Street Northville 248-348-2783
Bella Donna’s 2915 Biddle Avenue Wyandotte 734-282-4000
Eva’s Bridal & Fashions 6227 Middlebelt Road Garden City 734-442-5390
BRIDAL ATTIRE “I Do,” Too! Bridal 345 North Main Street Plymouth 734-455-4800
Bridal Couture of Birmingham 912 S Old Woodward Avenue Birmingham 248-645-0500
Konja’s Bridal 2313 West 12 Mile Road Berkley 248-545-4076
Alessandra Bridal & Formal Wear 29214 Hoover Road Warren 586-574-2233
Bridal Couture of Plymouth 223 North Main Street Plymouth 734-455-1100
Laura Lynn Bridal & Tuxedo 7617 Highland Road Waterford 248-666-1014
Arena Bridal & Formal 52095 Van Dyke Avenue Shelby Township 586-323-4482
Diane’s Dream Brides 29449 Five Mile Road Livonia 734-427-9033
Le Salon 1204 E. Eleven Mile Royal Oak 313-924-1651
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Dior Bridal Salon 22680 Newman Street Dearborn 313-562-3770
Nancy’s Bridal & Formal Boutique 48115 Van Dyke Avenue Shelby Township 586-726-0655
Roma Sposa 722 North Old Woodward Birmingham 248-723-4300 Vesa’s Bridal & Formal Wear Inc 40120 Van Dyke Avenue Sterling Heights 586-978-9411 BRIDAL CONSULTANTS Roses Are Red Events 586-859-8419 rosesareredevents.com see ad on page 117 Ultra Class Events, LLC. 28388 Franklin Road Southfield 248-354-3700 Facebook:UltraClassEvents BRIDAL PARTY GIFTS Goofy Faces Caricatures 866-886-6640 goofyfaces.com see ad on page 124
One in a million... a bridal accessory boutique 251 Merrill Street, Suite 231 Birmingham 248-346-5587 oneinamillionbridal.com see ad on page 120 BRIDAL SHOWERS Cafe Cortina 30715 West Ten Mile Farmington Hills 248-474-3033 cafecortina.com see ad on page 131
Sweet Nothings Fine Cakes And Desserts 145 Maple Street Wyandotte 734-285-2253 sweetnothingsfinecakesanddesserts.com see ad on page 113 CATERING Cafe Cortina 30715 West Ten Mile Farmington Hills 248-474-3033 cafecortina.com see ad on page 131
St. Josaphat Banquet Centre 26440 Ryan Road Warren 586-758-7711 stjosaphatbanquets.com see ad on page 130
Oakwood Wedding Chapel & Banquet Hall 2750 N. Baldwin Road Oxford 248-431-7556 oakwoodweddingchapel.com see ad on page 115
CAKES Sweet Dreams 3848 13 Mile Road Warren 586-751-8900 sweetdreamsweb.com see ad on page 112
CEREMONY LOCATIONS Fort Street Presbyterian Church 631 West Fort Street Detroit 313-961-4533 fortstreet.org
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St. Josaphat Banquet Centre 26440 Ryan Road Warren 586-758-7711 stjosaphatbanquets.com see ad on page 130 EVENT DÉCOR Roses Are Red Events 586-859-8419 rosesareredevents.com see ad on page 117 FAVORS Goofy Faces Caricatures 866-886-6640 goofyfaces.com see ad on page 124 FLORAL DESIGN & DECORATIONS Mancuso Florist 24440 Harper Avenue St. Clair Shores 586-777-5600 www.mancusos.com Roses Are Red Events 586-859-8419 rosesareredevents.com see ad on page 117
FORMALWEAR Oakwood Wedding Chapel & Banquet Hall 2750 N. Baldwin Road Oxford 248-431-7556 oakwoodweddingchapel.com see ad on page 115 GIFT REGISTRY Dinner4Two 845-497-7726 Facebook.com/Dinner4Two see ad on page 122 HEADPIECES & VEILS One in a million... a bridal accessory boutique 251 Merrill Street Suite 231 Birmingham 248-346-5587 oneinamillionbridal.com see ad on page 120 INVITATIONS & ACCESSORIES Goofy Faces Caricatures 866-886-6640 goofyfaces.com see ad on page 124
One in a million... a bridal accessory boutique 251 Merrill Street Suite 231 Birmingham 248-346-5587 oneinamillionbridal.com see ad on page 120 JEWELRY 14KT Jewelers 37571 Five Mile Road Livonia 734-591-4150 Artisans Jewelers Twelve Oaks Mall Novi 248-374-7000 Atlas Jewelers 22 1/2 Van Dyke Avenue Shelby Township 586-323-8911 Benson Diamond Jewelers Westland Mall Westland 734-525-4100 Birmingham Jewelry 34756 Dequindre Road Sterling Heights 586-939-5100
Capitol Jewelers Eastland Center Harper Woods 313-526-1803
LaLonde Jewelers, Inc. 91 Kercheval Avenue Grosse Pointe Farms 313-881-6400
CR Jewelers Great Lakes Crossing Outlets Auburn Hills 248-333-3227
Lavdas Jewelry Ltd. 3671 E. 12 Mile Road Warren 586-751-8275
DiMaggio Jewelers 19876 Mack Avenue Grosse Pointe Woods 313-881-5353
Leo’s Jewelry & Gifts 34900 Michigan Avenue Wayne 734-721-4311
Elegant Jewelers 45977 Hayes Clinton Township 586-287-3950
Maloof Jewelry & Gifts 28525 Harper St. Clair Shores 586-774-2100
Herman’s Creations 28885 Gratiot Avenue Roseville 586-776-3200
Massoud Jewelry Rochester Square Troy 248-524-1154
J & M Jewelers Park Place Plaza Washington 586-677-4620 JC Penny Co, Inc. Lakeside Mall Sterling Heights 586-247-1710
Milford Jewelers 441 N. Main Street Milford 248-676-0721 MJ Diamonds Fairlane Mall Dearborn 313-441-3620 137
Motif Jewelers 23000 Eureka Taylor 734-287-8300 One in a million... a bridal accessory boutique 251 Merrill Street Suite 231 Birmingham 248-346-5587 oneinamillionbridal.com see ad on page 120 Pat’s II Jewelers 64752 Van Dyke Avenue Washington Township 586-336-0800 Premier Jewelers, Inc. Red Run Plaza Sterling Heights 586-268-0260 Rogers & Hollands Jewelers Macomb Mall Roseville 586-285-9900 Sears, Roebuck and Co. Lakeside Mall Sterling Heights 586-566-2014
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RECEPTIONS Addison Oaks 1480 West Romeo Road Leonard 248-693-8305
Beacon Hill Golf Club 6011 Majestic Oaks Drive Commerce Township 248-684-2200
American Polish Cultural Center 2975 East Maple Troy 248-689-3636
Best Western Concord Inn 44315 Gratiot Avenue Clinton Township 586-493-7200
American-Polish Century Club 33204 Maple Lane Sterling Heights 586-264-7990
Best Western Georgian Inn 31327 Gratiot Avenue Roseville 586-293-4500 x 14
Andiamo Banquet Center 7096 East Fourteen Mile Warren 586-268-0200
Blossom Heath Inn 24800 Jefferson Avenue St. Clair Shores 586-771-2300
Bakers of Milford 2025 South Milford Milford 248-685-3300
Burton Manor Banquet & Conference Center 27777 Schoolcraft Road Livonia 734-427-9110
Banquets by Vintage House 31816 Utica Road Fraser 586-415-5678
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Cafe Cortina 30715 West Ten Mile Farmington Hills 248-474-3033 cafecortina.com see ad on page 131 Capital Banquet Center 12350 31 Mile Road Washington 586-752-6655
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Capital Grille, The 2800 W. Big Beaver Troy 248-649-5300
Detroit Marriott at the Renaissance Center 100 Renaissance Center Detroit 313-568-8786
Club Monte Carlo 50265 Van Dyke Shelby Township 586-731-8220
Detroit Zoo, The 8450 West 10 Mile Road Royal Oak 248-541-5717 x 3305
Crowne Plaza - Auburn Hills 1500 Opdyke Avenue Auburn Hills 248-232-7277
Doubletree Guest Suites Fort Shelby 525 W. Lafayette Boulevard Detroit 800-222-8733
Crowne Plaza Detroit - Novi 27000 Sheraton Drive Novi 248-348-5000
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Doubletree Hotel Detroit / Novi 42100 Crescent Boulevard Novi 248-344-8503
Downriver Italian American Hall 646 Biddle Avenue Wyandotte 734-285-4044 Dunham Hills Golf Club 13561 Dunham Road Hartland 248-887-9170 Embassy Suites Detroit / Southfield 28100 Franklin Road Southfield 248-350-2000 Embassy Suites Hotel - Troy / Auburn Hills 850 Tower Road Troy 248-879-7500 Epicurean House 1660 Fort Street Trenton 734-285-2210 Farina’s 2485 Coolidge Highway Berkley 248-546-7800
Fern Hill Country Club 17600 Clinton River Road Clinton Township 586-286-4700 Ford Motor Co. Conference & Event Center 1151 Village Road Dearborn 313-621-2900 Fountains Golf & Banquet 6060 Maybee Road Clarkston 248-625-3731 Gino’s Surf 37400 Jefferson Harrison Township 586-468-2611 Glen Oaks 30500 West 13 Mile Road Farmington Hills 248-626-2600 Grecian Center, The 16300 Dix-Toledo Road Southgate 734-282-5700
Greystone Golf Club 67500 Mound Road Romeo 586-752-7030 Hellenic Cultural Center 36375 Joy Road Westland 734-525-3550 Hilton Garden Inn 31800 Smith Road Romulus 734-727-6000 Holiday Inn Southgate Banquet & Conf. Center 17201 Northline Southgate 734-283-4400 Hotel Farmington 31525 W. 12 Mile Road Farmington Hills 248-553-0000 Iroquois Club, The 43248 North Woodward Ave Bloomfield Hills 248-451-9653
Joseph’s Catering / Harper Woods Comm. Ctr. 19748 Harper Avenue Harper Woods 313-882-8852 Joy Manor Banquet and Catering 28999 Joy Road Westland 734-525-0960 Lafayette Grand Banquet Facility 1 Lafayette Pontiac 248-334-6999 LaSala Banquet & Event Center 6840 Rochester Road Rochester 248-609-5690 Lazy J. Ranch 625 South Hickory Ridge Rd Milford 734-462-3100 Livonia Marriott Hotel 17100 N. Laurel Park Drive Livonia 734-462-3100 141
Lyon Oaks 52251 Pontiac Trail Wixom 248-437-9200
Mystic Creek Golf Club One Champagne Circle Milford 248-684-3333
MacRay Harbor Banquet & Catering Center 42000 Sea Ray Boulevard Harrison Township 586-463-9660 x 437 or 429
Northville Hills Golf Club 15565 Bay Hill Drive Northville 734-667-3531
Marriott - Troy 200 West Big Beaver Troy 248-680-9797 Marriott at Centerpoint 3600 Centerpoint Parkway Pontiac 248-648-6016 Marriott Detroit Metro Airport 30559 Flynn Drive Romulus 734-729-7555 Masonic of Detroit, The 500 Temple Avenue Detroit 313-832-7100 x 225 Muy Grande Ranch and Resort 10350 Whitetail Way Millsburg 888-331-7274 muygranderanch.com 142
Oak Pointe Country Club 4500 Club Drive Brighton 810-229-4554 Oakwood Wedding Chapel & Banquet Hall 2750 N. Baldwin Road Oxford 248-431-7556 oakwoodweddingchapel.com see ad on page 115 Paint Creek Country Club 2375 Stanton Road Lake Orion 248-693-4695 Quality Inn 2537 Rochester Court Troy 248-689-7500
Radisson - Livonia West 17123 North Laurel Park Livonia 734-464-1300 x 446 Riverside Banquet Center 3530 Biddle Wyandotte 734-285-2210 Roostertail Entertainment Complex 100 Marquette Drive Detroit 313-822-1234 Royalty House 8201 East Thirteen Mile Road Warren 586-264-8400 Sheraton Detroit / Novi 21111 Haggerty Road Novi 248-349-4000 St. Clement Banquet Center 19600 Ford Road Dearborn 313-561-6288
St. Josaphat Banquet Centre 26440 Ryan Road Warren 586-758-7711 stjosaphatbanquets.com see ad on page 130 St. Mary’s Cultural and Banquet Center 18100 Merriman Road Livonia 734-421-9220 Summit on the Park 46000 Summit Parkway Canton 734-394-5480 Sycamore Hills Golf Club 48787 North Avenue Macomb 586-598-9500 Tapestry 24580 Evergreen Southfield 248-356-5602 The Metropolitan Hotel Detroit-Troy 5500 Crooks Road Troy 248-879-2100 x 7004
Twin Beach Country Club West Bloomfield 248-363-3335 twinbeachcc.com
WEDDING CENTERS White House Wedding Chapel 4860 E. 13 Mile Road Warren 313-WEDDING
Ukrainian Cultural Center 26601 Ryan Road Warren 586-757-8130 Vladimir’s 28125 Grand River Avenue Farmington Hills 248-477-8050 Woodlands of Van Buren 39670 Ecorse Road Wayne 734-729-4477 REHEARSAL DINNERS Cafe Cortina 30715 West Ten Mile Farmington Hills 248-474-3033 cafecortina.com see ad on page 131 St. Josaphat Banquet Centre 26440 Ryan Road Warren 586-758-7711 stjosaphatbanquets.com see ad on page 130 143
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