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CONTENTS REAL WEDDINGS ALABAMA .....................................140 Alabama Gulf Coast.......................141 Mobile | Eastern Shore...................147 MISSISSIPPI ................................168 Capital River Region.....................169 Coast........................................189 Natchez........................................203 Northeast Mississippi...................207 Pine Belt...........................................211 DESTINATION .............................221
real WEDDINGS Altmyer | Phillips 127
McLeod | Willen 121
Armour | Good 15
Munn | Cooper 199
Badley | Allen 213
Oatis | Mattox 226
GOWNS | 51
DESIGN | 21
Billings| Seitz 117
Pettus | Snell 208
She Got It From Her Mama............59 Advice from an Expert....................64
Floral Fantasy...................................23 Deep As the Sea...............................26 Adventure Awaits............................47 In Love with a Hero.........................157
Boelke | Pierce 170
Pittari | Fisher 229
Bolden | Windham 191
Prescott | Frawley 73
Boutwell | Raynes 217
Rafferty | Phillips 131
Busby | Donald 23
Ray | Sneed 53
Butler | Saucedo 47
Sanders | Thrash 166
Casher | Woodward 97
Shaughnessy | Durst 196
Cottrell | Verdon 194
Smith | Ward 216
Creekmore | Byrd 172
Sumerford | Bush 181
Davis | Grant 175
Tharp | Jordan 89
Easley | Goldman 149
Thompson | Letson 184
Goel | Aujla 223
Vowell | Blades 65
Goldman | Jones 143
Wake | Johnson 160
RECEPTIONS | 93
Horn | Carter 156
Ward | Hardy 77
Fairytale.....................................106 On-Site Guide................................234 Venue Guide...................................242
Johnson | Henderson 83
Washington | Young 232
Madden | Lankford 162
Wheatley | Hughes 185
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Manning | Mulvihill 174
Williams | Lacy 228
Laura Armour & Christian Good...15
Registry Checklist..........................137
McDonnell | Smith 178
CAKES | 115 Cake Servings Guide......................116
FLOWERS | 125 Questions to Ask Your Florist.......126
GROOMS | 71 Groom’s Emergency Kit..................76
PHOTOGRAPHY | 81 Wedding Album Checklist..............87
PREMIER WEDDING PLANNING GUIDE Guide & Planning Pages..............................233
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PUBLISHER
I am having a hard time believing that
personal details that this couple included,
That’s right. We made the decision to
2018 is more than halfway over and we
that really spoke to our team. We hope you
expand our coverage area combining our
are delivering our Summer/Fall issue to
all love it as much as we do.
Mississippi and south Alabama markets
As you look for inspiration in the amazing
with plans to include New Orleans and
you! With all that is happening around the Premier Publishing offices, this year has
design and unique details of our Real
flown by, and by the time you are reading
Weddings, I hope you notice the incredible
this, we will already be working on our 2019 Winter/Spring issue. There is so much exciting news to share with you all I’m not
photography work in them as well. The photographers in our little section of the world are so ridiculously talented. We
sure where to start.
are so fortunate to have so many creative
First, I have to take a minute to talk about
professionals creating weddings for our
our Real Weddings, especially, our Cover
happy couples!
Wedding. From the first minute I saw a few photos from wedding photographer Laura
I guess I also need to point out some of the changes in this issue. I feel like I’ve
Armour’s own wedding, I knew we had to
been doing this every issue, but since
have it for this edition. I wasn’t prepared
taking over more than a year ago, we
for how much our staff would love every detail though. It’s usually pretty hard for us to narrow down our Real Weddings to just
have been transitioning each edition of the publication in an effort to deliver a contemporary magazine that feels fresh
a few favorites, and the battle that ensues
and meets the needs of an ever changing
in our office when we select the cover is
marketplace. Towards that end, you’ll
pretty fierce. This issue was no certainly exception, but there was something special about the simplicity of this wedding, all the
the Florida panhandle as well as other locations across the Deep South over the next few issues. We’ve also added a Destination Wedding section to this edition where we showcase Real Weddings of Mississippi and south Alabama brides who get married out of our area as well as all those destination weddings that take place in our markets. You may be surprised at how many couples from around the country come to our home states to host their weddings. We think it’s awesome and want to help encourage that trend! There is so much more to come in the future. For now, we hope you enjoy this issue and find tons of inspiration for your own weddings in our newly designed pages!
notice that we have redesigned our pages, including our cover to reflect who we are now – a regional publication.
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invite T I M E L I N E
These are not hard and fast rules (except for the thank you cards!), but they serve as a starting point. Destination Weddings Timeline is on the top, and local weddings are on the bottom.
SAVE-THE-DATES
RSVP DEADLINE
THANK YOUS
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( D) 3-4 MONTHS
( D) 3-5 WEEKS
( D) IMMEDIATELY
( L) 6-8 MONTHS
( L) 4-8 WEEKS
( L) 2-3 WEEKS
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Save-the-dates give your guests a friendly heads-up. They are not always necessary, but are never a bad idea. Your guests may decide to turn your destination wedding into a getaway trip, so those savethe-dates can be sent up to a year in advance.
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There is such a thing as too early! Send invitations so that your guests’ maximum anticipation lines up with your big day. Invitations for destination weddings should be sent far enough in advance for your guests to make their travel plans.
Your RSVP Deadline will depend on how much lead time your wedding professionals need. The first one to consider is your caterer’s meal count. Check with each vendor to determine when they need a final number, and set the RSVP return date for a week before that.
Believe it or not, you’ll start receiving gifts even before you walk down the aisle. Send their thank you cards immediately to minimize your workload after the wedding. Once you’re back from your honeymoon, kick it into high gear to get them out no later than six weeks after the wedding.
HOW TO GO FROM
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C H A N G E YO U R :
THE FIRST
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THE PERFECT INVITATION
Payroll
When your guests receive their wedding invitation, they will immediately form an impression of the ceremony to come. That is why selecting the invitation - the paper, the style, the wording - is an important first step in your wedding plans.
Post Office
Experienced stationers are your best guide, and their advice is available at no charge when you purchase your invitations in their store. Not only do stationers offer assistance on the invitations, but they can also provide helpful hints on when to order and mail them while also determining proper postage budgeting and a myriad of other details.
School & Alumni
Take time to select your invitations and put thought into the decision. Feel the paper samples. What impression do they give? Understated elegance? Fun? Whimsical? Romantic?
Doctor’s Office
Your stationer will know the etiquette for proper wording, including unusual situations such as divorced parents, second marriages, professional titles, religious customs, and so on. Envelopes should be hand addressed in black or charcoal gray ink. You may also choose professional hand calligraphy or an automated calligraphy machine for the envelopes. To determine how many invitations to order, count each couple and single guest, each attendant, parents, family and clergy. Order extra invitations to handle surprises and extra envelopes for addressing mistakes. Be certain to pre-stamp reply cards, weigh the complete invitation to ensure correct postage and remember to select attractive stamps.
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DATE
NIGHTS
Volunteer Together Visit a local shelter or charity and serve someone. Not only are you having fun with your fiancé, it’s a great way to give back to your community.
Explore a Local Park Sometimes the best adventures are right outside your door!
Have a Game Night
(that won’t break the wedding budget)
Ask your friends over and play some good ole fashioned board games. You don’t realize how competitive your friends are until Monopoly comes into the picture!
DIY Day You know all those pins you’ve saved on Pinterest and never tried? Now is the time to get crafty! You can probably find most of the items around your house. P.S. Check out our blog, idoyall.com for a fun paper marbling DIY! It’s ohso-satisfying.
Check out Open Houses Near You Who doesn’t want to be Joanna Gaines? Why yes, we’ll take the $1,000 house without walls. We can shiplap that. ( JK, please don’t do that, just get an idea of what each of you would like one day.)
Watch the Worst Movies on Netflix Ask your friends for ideas. Sometimes all you need is a good laugh with the person you love to have a great night. Don’t forget the popcorn.
Grab a Disposable Camera Walk around your city and take pictures of each other with this oldie but goodie. After you’ve used all 28 of your pics, get them devoloped at a local drugstore. The cloud may fail you, but prints last (almost) forever.
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honeymoon CH E CK L IS T
carry on: □ Flight confirmation □ Hotel Confirmation □ ID (passport and driver's license) □ Credit Cards □ Cash □ Phone
□ Camera □ Sunglasses □ Lip balm □ Gum/Snacks □ Chargers □ Headphones
for the bride: □ Bra/underwear/socks □ Bathing suit □ Shorts □ Tops □ Jeans □ Nice dinner dress □ Sundress □ Lingerie □ Pajamas
□ Light jacket or cardigan □ Sandals □ Sneakers □ Heels □ Tampons/pads □ Makeup □ Skincare □ Jewelry □ Hair tools
for the groom: □ Boxers/socks □ Bathing suit □ Shorts □ Tops □ Jeans □ Nice shirt for dinner
□ Suit □ Belt □ Pajamas □ Flip Flops □ Sneakers □ Dress Shoes
toiletries: □ Body wash □ Shampoo/conditioner □ Toothpaste/toothbrush □ Razors □ Contacts/solution □ Glasses □ Vitamins/medication
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MCLEOD | WILLEN REAL WEDDING
RINGS my love for you is like this ring; it has no beginning and no end
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The Circle of
Love
KNOW YOUR DIAMOND The wedding ring goes on the left ring finger because it is the only finger with a vein that connects directly to the heart. KNOW YOUR METALS 14-KARAT YELLOW GOLD CLASSIC Durable for daily wear, polishes easily.
WHITE GOLD
Made by mixing pure gold with white metals; can be a less-expensive; alternative to platinum.
PLATINUM
Very white; heavy, durable metal; ideal for engraving.
PALLADIUM
Sister metal to platinum; naturally white metal; strong, non-tarnishing and hypo-allergenic.
Diamonds are measured by the “Four Cs.” A L L F O U R F E AT U R E S C A N M A K E A D R A M AT I C I M PA C T ON T H E Q U A L I T Y , & T H E R E F O R E P R I C E , O F A D I A M ON D .
CUT
Proportions of a diamond and its facets, as opposed to its shape. A diamond gets its brilliancy from the cutting which maximizes the reflection of light.
COLOR
White diamonds are graded on a D–Z scale, D being the most colorless.
CLARITY
The presence of natural marks, called inclusions, in the gem. The Gemological Institute of America judges clarity based on a standard 11-point scale from “Flawless” through “Imperfect 3.”
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tips for creating your own
wedding website 1. FREE IS THE BEST You can create a personalized site online for free. Search for sites that offer free website services.
2. MAKE IT NEED-TO-KNOW + A LITTLE EXTRA There are two reasons to make a wedding website. One is to give guests need-toknow info that may not be included on the invite. The second reason is to add more information that guests will want to know, like suggested attire.
3. DON’T HOLD BACK WHEN DISPLAYING REGISTRY DETAILS You can add links directly to your registries.
4. ADD PERSONAL DETAILS Let visitors to your site get to know you better by giving them a little bit of background on yourself and your soon-to-be spouse. Tell the story of how you met and include pictures of the proposal.
5. FAR AWAY FRIENDS & FAM WILL THANK YOU Post logistical details for guests making travel plans.
6. DON’T FORGET TO PROOFREAD Double-check that all the addresses and other facts are correct. You don’t want your guests to get lost or confused.
FINDING THE
right white SKIN TONE: Dark WEAR: Stark White, or almost any shade
SKIN TONE: Medium with yellow tones WEAR: Off-white or creamy ivory
SKIN TONE: Fair and pink-toned skin WEAR: Ivory
SKIN TONE: Medium with olive tones WEAR: Champagne or diamond white
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band-aids
deodorant
eye drops
q-tips
allergy meds
sunscreen
toothbrush
hand sanitizer
toothpaste
dental floss
mouthwash
baby powder
2. PRIMPING & BEAUTY brush/comb
nail polish remover
lip balm/gloss
nail clipper
hairspray
nail file
lotion
mirror
perfume
eyelash glue
tweezers
lint brush
earring backs
cotton balls
clear nail polish
pencil sharpener
colored nail polish
fan
3. JUST IN CASE sewing kit
superglue
double stick tape
scissors
anti-blister spray
hem tape
anti-slip-shoe pads
stain remover
safety pins
static-cling spray
boutonniere pins
phone charger
blotting paper
comfy flats
4. FOOD & BEVERAGE
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water
nuts & chews
drink straws
candy
energy drinks
gum/mints
protein snacks
alcohol
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Choosing
DRESS STYLES Just started looking at wedding dresses and not sure where to begin? Torn between a ball gown and a sheath style dress? Here are some descriptions of dress silhouettes to help you while shopping for the most important dress of your life!
Sheath A dress that creates a close silhouette to the body. Typically, a sheath style uses charmeuse or very soft and flowing material that fits close to the body, with some beading on an overlay. The sheath style gown is a perfect fit for casual weddings.
Mermaid Also known as a fit and flare gown, the mermaid gown
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looks great on girls with tiny waists and for those who want to show off their curves. Accentuate the waist with a belt for more definition.
A-line This dress resembles an “A” that creates a long line for your body. This classically elegant gown is universally flattering and will look great!
Ballgown This gown has a fitted bodice and full skirt. It’s the perfect proportion for any bride with a bustier bosom. If you’ve always dreamed of being a princess, this is the gown for you!
Empire This gown is flattering because it created a long line and disguises the hips. Extending from the bust line, this shape is youthful and elegant.
Believe it or not, there are different types of length when it comes to a wedding gown. You can choose a cocktail length, which is just simply above the knee. Knee length is at the knee, while tea length is just below the knee. High-low length is just below the knee in front with a
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train in the back of your gown. A ballerina length dress is a dress that is cut just above the ankle, perfect for ballerinas!
Shopping
FOR THE GOWN Brides have many different ideas of how they should shop for a wedding gown. Some appointments are just like brides imagine. They come in with their mother and all their friends. They try on dresses until they find “the one.� Everyone cries, champagne is served, and the bride leaves happy having found the perfect, dream dress. Unfortunately, that is not how bridal shopping usually happens. Here are a few tips to help new brides have the wonderful bridal experience they are expecting at their bridal appointment.
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ADVICE FROM A BRIDAL SPECIALIST LAURA CIEGLO LACE BRIDAL EXPERIENCE What are the most important things brides need to know before they start to search for their wedding gown? Shopping for a bridal gown is a more custom experience than brides may be used to with normal retail shopping. We tell brides to come with some ideas about what you like, but be open to being introduced to fabrics, styles and cuts you may have never thought of before. The fit specialist’s job is to help you find the gown that you are going to look and feel amazing wearing. Brides need to look for details they like rather than particular dress styles. What fabrics do you like? What type
of beading? What sleeve appeals to you? It is easier to work with their preferences than it is to make a particular dress work for them. Also, we encourage brides to be realistic about her budget. Magazines and Pinterest are full of $30,000 custom gowns with detailing that they aren’t going to find for $3,000.
What are the trends in bridal you see coming in 2019, and what designers do you have that embrace those trends? Capes are still on the horizon and you’ll see a lot of them at weddings in the coming year. There is a return to the A-line
ballgown silhouette, and we are seeing lots of floral embroidery on gowns for brides, bridesmaids and mothers. Veils are really big again. Almost all of our brides are purchasing veils now. We’ve even sold some fascinators for brunches, and gloves, gloves of all lengths are being paired with simple gowns for a really elegant look. A few of our most fashion forward designers are Jaclyn Jordan, Desiree Spice, southern designer Laine Berry, and celebrity designer, Philippe Matthew.
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Let’s talk about styling. There’s more to a bridal look than just the dress. Tell us about Lace’s styling services. Our styling services are available to all of our brides. We will work with a bride’s wedding planner or directly with the DIY bride to help coordinate the wedding fashion to the style and design of the wedding. We make sure all the looks are coordinated together, the bride, bridesmaids, and mothers, and help her select styles that make sense for her venue and theme. We ask our brides lots of questions about her wedding in the pre-interview and ask her to bring us photos of her plans to make sure the gown she is choosing works with her complete wedding. We also offer styling to brides who may have purchased a gown elsewhere. She can bring her gown in, and our specialists will help her coordinate veils, belts, shoes, and accessories to complete her look.
Lace Bridal Experience carries beautiful gowns and special occasion wear for brides, the wedding party, and mothers as well as great special occasion looks for rehearsal dinners, engagement parties and showers. Lace Bridal designers embrace the beautiful southern bride with her curves and height, love of traditions, desire for vintage flair, and bohemian coastal influence. Wedding gowns at Lace can be designed in sizes 00-32 and range in price from $1,200 – $10,000 in store. Lace Fit Specialists spend time with brides ensuring an exceptional fit for your special day. 64 |
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TAK E T H E
plunge
SELECTING THE PERFECT NECKLINE
SWEETHEART This heart shaped strapless look is a perfect option for fuller chested brides as it accentuates the décolletage. Shorter brides look good in this heart shape as it makes the torso appear longer.
ILLUSION
OFF-THE-SHOULDER An off the shoulder gown creates the perfect silhouette to flatter collarbones, shoulders, and upper arms. This neckline is especially attractive on medium to full chested women.
HALTER
The illusion neckline features a strapless gown with
The halter wraps around the neck exposing a
either a sweetheart, straight or curved neckline with
bride’s shoulders. This look is best on taller
a sheer fabric covering the décolletage to the neck.
brides who have broader shoulders.
Most illusions form a halter or bateau line, but give the appearance of a strapless.
V-NECK The V-neckline can range from a simple, modest V shape sitting just below the collarbone to a deep, sexy plunge. This look is best for the average busted girl. The larger the chest, the smaller the V.
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BATEAU The gentle curve of the bateau neck follows the shape of the collarbone almost to the shoulders. This shape is especially good for petite brides with lovely collarbones.
Tips for Choosing
BRIDESMAID DRESSES COLOR
FABRIC CHOICE
BRIDAL ENTOURAGE
Do you want everyone in the same color? Are
Decide if you want everyone in the same fabric,
When going bridesmaid dress shopping, bring
you open to different colors? Would you like to
or are you open to mixing fabrics to create
one or two bridesmaids with you so you don’t
do something new like creating an ombré look?
texture? Mixing textures and using the same
have to do the trying on; they can do this and
color is a great way to create a different look
you will have a better idea of how the dresses
If you are thinking about mixing
for your bridesmaids. It will give your wedding
will look. More than four makes it hard for you
colors, the best way to choose
more of a unique look and feel.
to get what you really have in mind for your big
the right color for each girl is to think about your bridesmaids’ hair color and skin tones.
BE CONSIDERATE Your friends are excited for you and want to be part of your special day. Be conscious of
day. Pick different sizes and shapes of dresses for your girls to try on so you’ll have a clear idea of what you would like to see on your wedding day.
what you are asking of them financially, but
MAID/MATRON OF HONOR
Decide how you want your bridesmaids
also personally.
A great way to do this is to put her in a print,
to complement you and your wedding
AFTER THE WEDDING
gown. Do you want all of your bridesmaids
Think about what your bridesmaids can
in the same style and/or color? Let’s be
do with the dresses after the wedding.
STYLE
honest: choosing one dress for all of your
beaded sash, or a totally different dress than the rest of your bridal party. After all that she has done for you, you want her to feel special and look fabulous.
bridesmaids to wear will not always look the
Reusable hues, classic styles and
BE THOUGHTFUL
best on everyone. You have to consider each
tasteful sequins like dark-colored
Don’t try to make yourself look better by
attendant’s height, weight, body shape. Is
dresses (black, navy, and neutrals)
dressing your bridesmaids in something ugly.
anyone expecting in your wedding party?
make it easier to wear again.
You want to choose options that complement
All this effects how the bridesmaids’ gown
you, your wedding, and your gown. You don’t
will look on that bridesmaid.
want your bridesmaids to take away from you.
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BECAUSE IT’S BETER TO BE SAFE THAN SORRY ON YOUR WEDDING DAY
groom’s
EMERGENCY KIT 1. HEALTH & WELLNESS pain killers
tissue
antacid band-aids
deodorant stress ball
eye drops
q-tips
allergy meds
sunscreen
toothbrush toothpaste
hand sanitizer dental floss
mouthwash
baby powder
2. GROOMING brush/comb lip balm hairspray lotion cologne tweezers nail clipper
nail file lint brush shoe polish shave gel aftershave shoe horn extra socks
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3. JUST IN CASE sewing kit
playing cards
safety pins
stain remover
boutonniere pins
static-cling spray
hem tape
phone charger
copy of vows
portable battery
4. FOOD & BEVERAGE water
nuts & chews
drink straws
candy
energy drinks
gum/mints
protein snacks
alcohol
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BOUTONNIERES The finishing touch
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creating your
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details
pre-ceremony
bride getting ready
venue, dress, shoes, flowers, rings, invitations
hair & makeup, candid, gift exchange
buttoning dress & putting on shoes
groom getting ready jacket, tie, cufflinks, & shoes
first look
bride & groom portraits
when he sees you for the first time
kisses, rings, & posing
ceremony decor
ceremony
wedding party
flowers, set up, & aisles
down the aisle, groom’s reaction, & first kiss
bridesmaids & groomsmen
bride’s family
groom’s family
Mom, Dad, & family
Mom, Dad, & family
reception decor tables, centerpieces, cake, flowers, menu
reception cutting the cake, first dance, tosses & toasts
bride & groom sunset first photos of the married couple
send off down the aisle one last time & driving away
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LITTLE HELPERS Children see magic because they look for it
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RECEPTION GAMES Wedding reception games are a great way to keep your guests entertained while you are being photographed before the reception or as they wait for food! Some games are also a fun way for your guests to get to know you and your partner a little better!
COUPLE MAD LIBS
BRIDE AND GROOM TRIVIA
I SPY Another fun way to get everyone
Create a Mad Libs-style template for
Create a list of trivia questions for
your guests to fill out at their tables
each guest to fill out at the table. Have
for marriage and love advice. This is a
a member of the wedding party collect
wedding game guests can do alone, or
and read the cards to determine the
the whole table can get in on the fun,
winner. The guest with the most correct
shot from their perspective. Some
sharing their tips on how to keep the
answers wins!
examples could be the first dance,
involved is to place a disposable camera on each guest table with a list of special moments to capture. Each group of family and friends will have a different
romance alive, fun ideas for “married
“cheers,” table selfie, or just let them
dates,” and other words of wisdom.
choose! You won’t know what you end up with until you take the cameras to be developed!
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WHEN YOU NEED
songs
THE CEREMONY Preludes Processionals Recessionals Interludes/Postludes THE RECEPTION Cocktail/Social Hour (if you have one) First Dance Last Dance Father/Daughter, Mother/Son Family Dance/Wedding Party Cake Cutting Garter Toss Throwing the Bouquet
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Ex?
yes
no
no
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Everyone else Can you imagine your big day without them?
no
INVITE
yes
DON’T INVITE
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his deco glam wedding may look like the real thing, but it was actually part of a faux wedding showcase presented
by the Beau Rivage Casino & Resort in Biloxi, MS. Designed by Lydia Noble of Noble Events, LLC, this ultra-glam event featured black, white, and metallic deco-inspired styling with a host of amazing details to wow the most discerning guests. The Beau Rivage team of florists and caterers provided most of the details from the amazing food stations, wedding cake and dessert towers, floral creations and even an ice sculpture centerpiece. Extra rental items like the chiavari ghost chairs, linens, and outdoor furnishings were brought in from Blue Rents of Mobile, AL to complete the look. Guests in attendance were treated to a luxurious gulf coast seafood buffet and specialty drinks while they visited with area wedding professionals. Guests and the “wedding party” outfitted with beautiful gowns and tuxedos from Mimi’s Bridal of Laurel, MS danced the night away to music from AJC and The Envelope Pushers and were entertained by a special choreographed dance from the bride and bridesmaids. Live painters, a caricaturist and a belly dancer added fun elements to the evening. Guests of the event enjoyed a fun night out and came away with fresh, new ideas for their own weddings
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Need a comfortable and affordable venue for your special day? The Mississippi REALTORS® Building is the perfect place for your wedding, reception, rehearsal dinner, family reunion or birthday celebration for groups up to 300. Conveniently located on Lakeland Drive near Airport Road in Flowood. 5,800 available square feet with ample parking
At the wedding, the head table is where the bride & groom sit. Depending on the arrangement, some or all attendants & parents may join them. It is usually distinguished from the other tables with a floral
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arrangement or distinct centerpiece.
sweetheart TA B L E
GROOM
BRIDE
A table for just the bride & groom at the focal point of the room. Traditionally, the groom sits to the right of the bride.
party TA B L E Wedding ad.indd 1
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BRIDESMAID
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GROOM
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BEST MAN
BRIDESMAID GROOMSMAN
A rectangular table at the focal point of the room for the bride, groom, maid of honor, & best man.
family TA B L E
MAID OF HONOR
FATHER
MOTHER
GROOM
BRIDE
FATHER
MOTHER
BEST MAN
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This arrangement honors the couple’s parents by sitting them at the head table along with the maid of honor and best man.
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Once in a while, in the middle of an ordinary life, love gives us a
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PHOTOGRAPHY
Jodye Sabatini Photography VENUE
Pierce Castle C H I L D R E N’S H A I R
Kristen Phillips Elrod FLORAL
The Prickly Hippie BRIDAL GOWN
Lace Bridal Experience C H I L D R E N ’S F A S H I O N S
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tips FOR TIP P ING PLANNER
DELIVERY/ SET-UP STAFF
PHOTOGRAPHER/ VIDEOGRAPHER
HAIR/ MAKEUP
TRANSPO
OFFICIANT
CEREMONY MUSICIANS
BAND
DJ
RECEPTION/ CATERING STAFF
SHOULD I?
not if he/ she owns the business
for exemplary service
not if he/ she owns the business
yes
if gratituity is not included, then yes
no, but a donation is a nice gesture
optional
optional
optional
if gratituity is not included, then yes
HOW MUCH?
up to $500 or 15% of fee, or a gift
$5 - $10 per person
personal gift
15 - 20%
15 - 20%
$100 - $500
$15 - $20/ musician or 15% of fee
$20 - $50/ musician
$25 - $150
15 - 20% or see below
WHEN?
after the honeymoon
upon delivery
after the honeymoon
after you are made-up
when the driver picks you up, or after the last ride
at the rehearsal or rehearsal dinner
at the ceremony
at the reception
at the reception
at the reception
Remember, being appreciative and a personal thank you note go a long way, too!
Say yes. restaurant • catering • bar • venue
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catering, banquet manager: $100-$300 waiters + kitchen staff: $20-$30 each
bartenders: $20-$25 each chef: $50-$100
A good party is never an acquired taste.
J A C K S O N ’ S
N E W E S T
E V E N T
V E N U E
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hire a pro B AR T E N D E R TAKE YOUR WEDDING SPIRITS TO THE NEXT LEVEL You’ve hired professional photographers, caterers, musicians, and videographers to make your wedding day an unforgettable one. Don’t overlook everyone’s favorite pro: the bartender!
Drinks are garnished just-so, and they’re able to craft cocktails based on individual guest’s preferences. You can also work with your bartender to create one or more signature drinks for your wedding.
Not only can you count on knowledgeable, speedy drink service for your guests, but a professional bartender will handle the nitty gritty, like the bar’s inventory and shopping list. You won’t have to trouble yourself with glassware, ice, mixers, or garnishes — just sit back, relax, and enjoy your professionally-poured cocktail. But it’s more than meticulous drink mixing: like other wedding pros, bartenders are artists.
Before hiring a professional bartender for your wedding, do your research. First, inquire with your venue and caterer. Some have restrictions on who’s allowed to serve alcohol on site. Others require that the venue or caterer provide the alcohol, as opposed to purchasing it off site. How many bartenders do you need? Check your guest count. A general rule is
75 people per bartender. When budgeting, figure two to three drinks per person during cocktail hour and one drink per person, per hour, for the rest of the night. To determine whether or not a professional bartender is the right fit for your wedding, meet with a professional near you!
Spring Lake Venue 4 Country Place Pearl, Mississippi
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ROUND
PARTY CAKE PIECES (2X2)
GUIDE
WEDDING CAKE PIECES (1X2)
SQUARE
10
6”
8
18
6”
9
28
8”
14
32
8”
16
42
10”
21
50
10”
25
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12”
28
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12”
36
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14”
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PARTY CAKE PIECES (2X2)
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CAKES the best things in life are sweet
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Fun & Festive Creative ideas for incorporating personal touches your reception.
Looking for some creative ideas to add some fun to your reception? Today’s receptions are all about the guest experience, and creative couples are raising the bar with interactive games and activities that keep their guests engaged and their receptions lively. Let’s face it, a big chunk of your bridal budget is spent on the reception. It is what most people remember about a wedding, and everyone wants their wedding to be memorable. Couples have found ways to put a modern twist on even the most timeless of wedding reception traditions. Choreographed dances are popular for the entire wedding party. Some brave couples even work with instructors to prepare a special first dance for their guests. The tradition of simply tossing the garter over the groom’s shoulder has given way to launching a garter clad football. The bride and groom are even finding creative ways to record the names of their guests tossing out the traditional guest book in favor of guests writing their names on puzzle pieces or words of wisdom written on smooth river stones. While served dinners are still in vogue for the most formal affairs, many couples are opting for buffet-style serving with special stations or food bars as a way of including cuisine special to the couple. Signature cocktails have become
popular as well often mimicking the colors of the wedding and having creative names such as the White Wedding martini or Blushing Bride champagne cocktail. Couples are utilizing the station concept for fun activities for their guests. Special lounge areas with comfortable couches and occasional tables that are perfect for intimate conversation are being staged in venues. Grooms are requesting cigar bars and craft beer flights for their friends. Receptions that include young children and teens now offer a special room for video games, wedding piñatas or movies. Outdoor weddings incorporate lawn games such as croquet or cornhole (bean bag toss) or oversized versions of kids’ games like giant Jenga or Connect Four that keep the fun going all day long. Temporary tattoo stations with custom designed art that reflect the wedding’s colors or flowers are cute for tatted couples, and the inclusion of a caricaturist to create favors for guests adds a special flair. Even the photo booth has evolved with companies offering elaborate photo or video pods, selfie stations or character cut outs for fun photo opportunities. The possibilities for a fun and active reception are as unique as each pair and as endless as your imagination.
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rom the sugar-white sands to the crashing waves and warm, tropical breeze, the gulf coast region is Alabama’s little stretch of paradise. Stretching from Dauphin Island, through Gulf Shores to Orange Beach, the coastal region features turquoise waters, relaxing views, and exciting nightlife. With venue options ranging from traditional churches and event venues to private beach front homes and luxury resorts, the Alabama gulf coast has something for everyone. Couples dreaming of a beach front wedding, can host their events just steps from the water. There are countless private homes managed by realty companies that specialize in weddings and can accommodate your entire wedding party or family for a weekend escape or week-long destination event. Just an hour south of the bay, the gulf coast is an easy drive for those in surrounding cities or states or destination wedding guests flying into Mobile from anywhere. Dauphin Island is the more relaxed community along the coast featuring the historic Ft. Gaines and the Dauphin Island Sea Lab. Populated mostly with private beach and bay-side homes, Dauphin island is perfect for
a more intimate wedding although there are a couple of larger venue options including Ft. Gaines for those with a love of history. The Gulf Shores area is famous for those beautiful sugar-white beaches, fresh seafood, championship golf courses, charter fishing trips, wildlife areas and historic sites. Foley, a town about 20 minutes from the Gulf, is a water-sports paradise and wildly popular with those seeking a little retail therapy in its super-size outlet mall. Surrounded by back bays and rivers, there are many opportunities for outdoor recreation and fresh seafood. For the fun-loving couple who wants to add a little night-life excitement to their wedding weekend, Orange Beach is just the place. Offering miles of sugar-white sand beaches with access to the interior bays and bayous lying just north of Perdido Pass, Orange Beach hosts many luxury resorts with spas and amenities to add to your wedding experience. Visitors can also enjoy a lengthy list of other attractions including Adventure Island, deepsea fishing, Orange Beach Golf Center, Alabama Gulf Coast Zoo, Waterville USA and The Wharf which boasts a number of resorts with wedding venues as well. PREMIERWEDDINGMAG.COM |
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rom the historic and hip city of Mobile to laid-back, southern charm of the Eastern Shore, the area surrounding Mobile Bay is perfect for couples to plan the wedding of their dreams whatever that may be. Fun and festive, historic and hip, cool and cultured, Mobile has something for everyone. From the Mardi Gras parades that roll through every winter to dozens of festivals, art shows and events, there is always something going on in Mobile that will add to your wedding guests’ experience whether they are locals or in town for your destination wedding. A Mobile wedding has a certain elegance indicative of the old south. Mobile brides are modern, but their southern roots show in the timeless and classic touches you see in their wedding décor and personal style. Not that Mobile doesn’t see its share of alternative and contemporary events. The city is the cultural center of the coastal region. Artists and creatives abound in this area, and they bring their sense of fun and flair for life to their wedding style. A number of historic homes like The Ezell House serve as beautiful venues with antebellum styling and gorgeous courtyards for traditional southern weddings. Incredible hotels such as the historic Battle House Renaissance Mobile Hotel & Spa, the Malaga Inn, and the Admiral Hotel offer amazing ballrooms for classic elegant events. Mingling among the historic buildings are more
contemporary venues like The Steeple, a converted church where couples can wed under Tiffany-inspired windows. For the more informal affair, Mobile is surrounded by neighborhoods with beautifully landscaped parks and squares, and couples looking for something different can plan their event at galleries or among the exhibits at the History Museum of Mobile or the fun Mobile Carnival Museum which celebrates all things Mardi Gras! Mobile is located about an hour from the sugar-white sands of the gulf coast where a lot of couple select to start their honeymoon. The city is also home to a nice regional airport and home to the Mobile Alabama Cruise Terminal where the Carnival ships depart three days a week. For those seeking a more relaxed location, the Eastern Shore is an absolute paradise for outdoor activities, from strolling among the quaint boutiques and galleries to boating, fishing and water-related fun. The Eastern Shore encompasses seven communities and municipalities: Daphne, Blakeley, Malbis, Montrose, Point Clear, Spanish Fort and Fairhope where residents have carefully maintained the areas native environment and southern charm. Some of the area’s most picturesque venues are located in the Eastern Shore communities, and the small towns are full of some of the most talented and creative wedding professionals in the area. PREMIERWEDDINGMAG.COM |
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Most hotels provide a discounted rate when you reserve a block of rooms. The number of rooms required to qualify for a group rate will vary by hotel. Some hotels offer additional services such as a hospitality suite for your guests to gather for breakfast or cocktails, and, if needed, special checkout considerations. It’s a good idea to consider the different economic situations of your out-of-town guests. Provide two or three options to create a comfortable price range. While some of your guests may be on a limited budget, others will be combining their vacation with your wedding.
Traditionally, it is the duty of the bride’s family to recommend accomodations for out-of-town guests. However, it is not their resposibility to pay for them. Include printed information in the wedding invitation such as toll free numbers for each hotel, the name under which the reservation is held, and hotel shuttle information so your guests can call the hotel directly to make their reservations. Is is appropriate for the bride and groom to arrange transportations to and from the ceremony and reception locations for all out-of-town guests. Is is perfectly acceptable to arrange for family and friends to provide the transportation.
FROM THIS DAY FORWARD Something borrowed, something blue. Something historic or something new. The Renaissance Hotels of Mobile offer two luxury options to make your wedding vision a reality. Celebrate at the Battle House, Mobile’s historic hotel dating back to 1852 and renowned for exceptional Southern hospitality. If modern and sleek is more your style, Renaissance Riverview Plaza offers contemporary options with a bit of a nautical flair. Either way, prepare to be pampered in these Four Diamond hotels. To let our team of certified wedding planners help organize every detail of your day, call 251.415.5441.
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HALEY HORN & JOHN CARTER January 6, 2018 | Mobile, AL
BRIDAL BOUTIQUE Heidi Elnora CAKES Pollman’s Bake Shop CATERER Bay Gourmet COORDINATOR Noble Events FLOWERS Belle Bouquet GROOMSWEAR Jos. A. Bank PHOTOGRAPHER Aislinn Kate Photography RECEPTION VENUE The Steeple RENTALS Events by SOHO TRANSPORTATION Old Shell Trolley VIDEOGRAPHER Storylive Productions
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TIFFANY WAKE & COLE JOHNSON March 10, 2018 | Mobile, AL
BRIDAL REGISTRY Bed Bath and Beyond, Belk, & Williams Sonoma BRIDESMAIDS’ BOUTIQUE Bliss Bridal CATERER Tyner’s Catering FLOWERS & INVITATIONS Southern Veranda GROOMSWEAR Jos. A. Bank GUEST ACCOMMODATIONS & RECEPTION VENUE Fort Conde Inn MOTHER’S BOUTIQUE Dillard’s PHOTO BOOTH Snaparrazi Photobooth Company PHOTOGRAPHER Danni Robinson Photography RENTALS Blue Rents TRANSPORTATION Gulf Coast Tours
KEENAN MADDEN & ZACH LANKFORD March 3, 2018 | Mobile, AL
BRIDAL BOUTIQUE Heidi Elnora CAKES Ellen Jay Stylish Events + Sweets CATERER Naman’s Catering CEREMONY & RECEPTION VENUE The Ezell House COORDINATOR Noble Events FLOWERS The Rosebud Flowers & Gifts GROOMSWEAR Men’s Wearhouse HAIR The Battle House Spa PHOTOGRAPHER Aislinn Kate Photography REHEARSAL DINNER Mobile Carnival Museum RENTALS Mobile Popcorn TRANSPORTATION Mobile Pedicab
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ANGEL SANDERS & JOURDAIN THRASH April 7, 2018 | Daphne, AL
BRIDAL BOUTIQUE Bliss Bridal CAKES Cakes by Design & Cornerstone Coffee Company CEREMONY, RECEPTION, & REHEARSAL DINNER VENUE Historic Malbis Nursery EVENT DESIGNER & FLOWERS Original Grace PHOTOGRAPHER Penni Lauren Photography VIDEOGRAPHER Nostalgia Corp
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and historic homes and buildings, to the
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HEATHER BOELKE & PARKER PIERCE November 19, 2017 | Madison, MS
BRIDAL BOUTIQUE Imaginations Bridal CAKES Cakes by Iris CATERER & FLOWERS Fresh Cut Catering & Floral CEREMONY & RECEPTION VENUE Bridlewood of Madison COORDINATOR Signature Occasions GROOMSWEAR Tuxedo Junction GUEST ACCOMODATIONS Hyatt Place Ridgeland MOTHER’S BOUTIQUE Lace Bridal Experience PHOTOGRAPHER Lindsay Vallas Photography REHEARSAL DINNER Parlor Market TRANSPORTATION Way Back In Time
GENTRY CREEKMORE & KEVIN BYRD October 7, 2017 | Madison, MS
BRIDAL BOUTIQUE Low’s Bridal CAKES That Special Touch GROOMSWEAR Tuxedo Junction LIGHTING & RENTALS Great Southern Events MOTHER’S BOUTIQUE Dillard’s PHOTOGRAPHER Martha Grace Gray Photography REHEARSAL DINNER Amerigo’s TRANSPORTATION Way Back In Time VIDEOGRAPHER Moore Media Group
SARAH MANNING & MATTHEW MULVIHILL December 16, 2017 | Brandon, MS
BRIDAL BOUTIQUE Lace Bridal BRIDAL REGISTRY Belk & Bed Bath and Beyond CATERER, CEREMONY, & RECEPTION VENUE McClain Lodge PHOTOGRAPHER Amelia Blakeney REHEARSAL DINNER Table 100 VIDEOGRAPHER Arender Films
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KATHRYN MCDONNELL & CALEB SMITH May 6, 2017 | Jackson, MS
BRIDAL BOUTIQUE Posh Bridal CAKES Cake Diva CATERER & FLOWERS Fresh Cut Catering & Floral COORDINATOR Signature Occasions GROOMSWEAR Men’s Wearhouse PHOTOGRAPHER Starling & Sage REHEARSAL DINNER Iron Horse Grill TRANSPORTATION Lefleur Limousines
Getting There The moments between the ceremony & reception are exciting ones too, and it’s only fitting to be whisked off in style with your loved ones. Here are some tips to make your transport as fun, affordable, and memorable as the rest of your day!
In Style FIRST HOW MANY? First decide how many people you’ll be moving. Do you want just the bride and groom in a vehicle, or is the entire wedding party heading to the reception together? Whaat about their spouses or dates? Once you make those decisions, you can start searching around for transport based on size. Whatever form of transportation you select, keep safety in mind for when revelers are bouncing from one location to another. LIMOS If there is a day to splurge on this iconic luxury vehicle, your wedding is it. Unlike some other forms of transport, a limo can be booked for an entire day, so you could get a high-class ride to pick you up at the house and deliver you to both the ceremony and reception. Most companies have a one or two hour minimum for their services. If you want a car for both going and leaving the ceremony, it might be more affordable to hire two separate cars rather than pay for the vehicle to sit during a long reception. Many options exist for limos. A formal limousine seats four, but to include the wedding party opt for a stretch limo for six to 10. For larger parties and a flashier mode of transport, sport utility models like the Hummer and Explorer are popular and unique both inside and out. The larger models are often posh, with flashy lights and decorative interiors. CATCH THE COACH For larger parties, a party bus or luxury coach is a great way to travel. Offering all the amenities of a luxury limousine, these elaborate options have room to spare. Or, for even larger groups, a passenger coach or party bus can seat 21 to 49 people. For a small wedding, this is a fun
way to get all the guests in on the party right away. Like limousine services, passenger and luxury coach companies require a minimum number of hours. The size and type of coach will determine the hourly rate. Depending on the size of your party it may make sense to hire two coaches, maybe a luxury coach for the bride, groom and attendants and a passenger coach for the guests. TAKING THE TROLLEY A fun and picturesque alternative to a limo or passenger coach is a trolley. They’ll generally accommodate between 20 and 35 people, so they’re great for larger parties or adding on some family members. With this antique look and old world charm, they’ll lend a lovely, elegant touch to this wedding day detail. Since most have outdoor decks, these are especially fun in small towns or neighborhood weddings so you can take a peek outside and watch onlookers wave at the newlyweds. UNIQUE ALTERNATIVES Some new couples might opt for something more personal or creative. A horse-drawn carriage is a romantic, vintage option, especially if you can decorate it with your wedding colors. Vintage cars are also great photo ops and add a touch of class. An antique Rolls Royce or a ’69 Mustang are fun and unique. Ride in style like the royal couple did in a decorated navy softtop Aston Martin Volante, or as with other details in the wedding, make sure your transportation reflects your personality. Does the groom ride a motorcycle? Ride off together on your own bike. Do you share a love of mountain biking? Don’t be afraid to wheel over on a tandem together. Personality is what makes weddings memorable.
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N AT C H E Z MISSISSIPPI
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its charm appeals to everyone. Attendants
what you picture when you imagine a
and wedding guests can step back in time
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for the weekend and tour antebellum
elegantly furnished, palatial mansions are
homes, take a “Pour Tour” of the local
commonplace here. Outdoor receptions
winery, distillery and brewery, peruse the
on the grounds of stately plantations near
downtown shops, or enjoy the local fare
the river’s edge and buffets under pergolas
of everything from biscuits and bacon to
draped in wisteria are also customary.
haute cuisine while reconnecting with
Moreover, the city has more than 30
family and friends.
mansions from which to choose. These venues are only part of the nostalgic charm that lures brides and grooms to Natchez. It is quite possibly one of the most romantic and sought after sites for destination weddings in the country.
Whether you are planning a fairy tale wedding, a family reunion, or simply looking for a weekend getaway, rest and relaxation await you in Natchez. And when it is time for the bride and groom to commemorate their anniversary, they
In addition to its beautiful setting, Natchez
can reconnect with their families and
also easily accommodates the bridal party
attendants where they celebrated their
and guests with its extensive selection
nuptials. A wedding in Natchez will not
of professionals to assist the bride with
only be unique, it will be an experience to
everything from the announcement party
remember and revisit again and again.
and rehearsal dinner to the ceremony, reception, and honeymoon.
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Send-Off The send-off is one of those time honored traditions that never fails to elicit great enthusiasm from wedding guests and makes for wonderful photos for the happy couple. Traditionally rice was thrown at the newlyweds as a symbol of prosperity and fertility. When guests threw rice at the bride and groom, they were wishing them a life full of good fortune and children. Somewhere in the mid-eighties, the idea that rice was harmful to birds began to make the rounds. Rice was rumored to swell in birds’ digestive tracts causing the birds to explode, which was proven to be complete nonsense as rice is a natural substance consumed by birds and other animals for centuries without incident. Regardless, the tradition of throwing rice was quickly replaced by wedding guests throwing bird seed at couples as they left the church. The tradition continues to this day, but brides have become quite creative with their send-off incorporating a number of fun items turning the tradition into an even more special and personalized part of their wedding. 206 |
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CONFETTI Confetti cones are given to guests in fun shapes or shades matching the bridal party attire. GLITTER Glam brides prefer the sparkle of glitter although it does get imbedded in hair and clothing. We love the fairy dust idea for princess brides. LAVENDER Biodegradable and fragrant, nature loving brides love lavender or dried herbs. SPARKLERS Sparklers have become a popular send-off, especially for night time weddings. SEASONAL AND HOLIDAY Fall leaves are perfect for an autumn wedding. Snowflake confetti or fake snow highlight a Christmas or winter fete. Use red heart balloons or heart shaped cutouts for a Valentine’s Day event. THEMED Toss tiny beach balls for a seaside wedding, or shake pompoms in your favorite team colors.
BALLOONS A tunnel of balloons makes for a beautiful send off. Some beach areas ask you not to release balloons as they can be harmful to sea life. FLOWER PETALS Choose petals from your favorite flower or to match flowers in your bouquet. BUBBLES Some venues do not allow guests to throw confetti and other items that will leave a mess on the grounds. Bubbles are a great option when this is the case.
GET CREATIVE! Think outside the box and get creative with your send-off choices. Glow sticks, silly string, sprinkles, small candies, or paper airplanes make for memorable send-offs, or use something that spotlights your personal hobbies or interests. When it comes to your wedding send-off, you’re only limited by your imagination!
NORTHEAST MISSISSIPPI MISSISSIPPI
from faulkner to elvis
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ortheast Mississippi is bustling.
and Rust College, in addition to numerous
From Oxford to Tupelo to the Golden
community colleges.
Triangle, each area offers a unique experience. All areas offer brides big city amenities with some of the state’s top wedding specialists to make a wedding day complete. And all offer that Mississippi hospitality and charm that says, “Y’all come back now, you hear.”
There are several ways to make a wedding unique and memorable in this part of the state. From a rehearsal dinner cruise on an excursion yacht along the Tennessee-Tombigbee Waterway, “I Do’s” in an antebellum home or an old restored chapel, or a gathering for out-of-town
Where else can you find William Faulkner
guests at a bed and breakfast, weddings in
and 60 miles away, the birthplace of
Northeast Mississippi are a bride’s dream.
Elvis? Where else can you find old oak
Of course, if you really want something
trees and magnolias blooming at stately
unique, there’s a buffalo park, fish
mansions? Where else can you find the re-
hatchery and car museum. Add some of
vitalization of a community with trendy
the best restaurants and chefs in this part
shops and restaurants? Where else can
of Mississippi, and you and your guests
you find top medical facilities and a top
won’t leave hungry.
PGA golf course?
Regardless of where a couple decides to host
Northeast Mississippi is home to industry,
their wedding, Northeast Mississippi boasts
commerce, recreation, and higher
delightful towns that are steeped in history
education…University of Mississippi (Ole
and built on tradition – two qualities that
Miss), Mississippi University for Women
are essential for a Southern wedding.
(the “W”), Mississippi State University,
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CATERER My Michelle COORDINATOR Signature Occasions FLOWERS Oxford Floral GUEST ACCOMMODATIONS The Graduate & Chancellor’s House MUSIC & ENTERTAINMENT Funkytown PHOTOGRAPHER Eliza Kennard RECEPTION VENUE The Lyric REHEARSAL DINNER City Grocery RENTALS Details Specialty Rentals VIDEOGRAPHER Frameblender Films
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HAVE YOUR DREAM WEDDING ON CAMPUS AT THE INN AT OLE MISS. Featuring a large ballroom with crystal chandeliers and a lovely outdoor garden, The Inn at Ole Miss has the perfect space for any wedding style. Not only do we have the perfect space for a wedding ceremony or a reception, but we also have 146 guest rooms, including luxurious suites.
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HAIR ACCESSORIES VS. TRADITIONAL VEIL Hair accessories can be a nice accent for either the most traditional or modern-day bride. Bigger accessories look best when the hair is in an updo. Smaller accessories look best in half-up hairstyles. Headband pieces look great with any hairstyle. If you are going to wear a traditional veil, stick with a simpler hair accessory in the back of the hair. CONSIDER THE VENUE Planning a hairstyle that will hold nicely against any weather conditions is important for an outdoor wedding. For southern brides, wearing your hair in an updo is recommended because there is a big chance your hair will not hold up if your wedding is outdoors due to the southern humidity. Indoor weddings allow a bride to be more creative and comfortable with her hairstyle. A bride should choose a look that complements her dress and can stay in place for her fun-filled day.
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The same holds true for Ellisville.
also known as the Pine Belt, is made
Although most are familiar with
up of several neighboring communities -
Jones County Junior College, Ellisville
Collins, Columbia, Ellisville, Laurel, and of
businesses are accustomed to planning
course Hattiesburg. While the “Hub City”
rehearsals, weddings, and receptions.
is the fourth largest municipality in the state and prides itself on recent boosts in economic development, education, and the arts, nearby cities are celebrated in their own right. Each boasts entertainment, shopping, and recreation for planning and hosting weddings. Collins and Columbia for instance, feature longtime merchants that offer decorative accents, attendants’ gifts, unique f loral designs, and homemade hors d’oeuvres prepared from recipes
In nearby Laurel, couples can choose from several historic homes along the oak-lined streets of the city’s Central Historic District to host their ceremony or reception. Hattiesburg, home to the University of Southern Mississippi and William Carey University, is conveniently located less than 100 miles from Jackson, the Gulf Coast, Mobile, and New Orleans. The “Hub City” is filled with businesses where a couple can find everything they need for their perfect wedding.
of generations past. Every detail is designed and organized according to the bride and groom’s specifications.
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Delta region. The hills and mountains of
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incredible food, culture, and music, the
the antebellum style and romance of the
southern region offers thousands of
old south stretches across the region, the
unique destination wedding options.
South is peppered with some of the most
From New Orleans, the number one
modern and urbane cities like Atlanta and
destination wedding market in the
Dallas with rich cultural heritage, fine
U.S. to the gulf front beaches of Texas,
dining, shopping and nightlife.
Mississippi, Alabama, and Florida, the
Whether couples are coming from around
southern-most part of the Deep South as
the country to have a southern wedding
well as the east coast of Florida and the
or southern couples are traveling
coastal low-country areas of Georgia and
to exotic locales for their events,
the Carolinas allow couples to have that
destinations weddings offer unique
tropical paradise wedding without the out-
styling and design ideas that couples can
of-country travel.
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Through the Mississippi Delta to Memphis
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12 MONTHS BEFORE • choose date & venue • contact venue’s on-site wedding coordinator • research airfare & room rates for your destination • review legal marriage requirements
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reserve block of rooms book travel book officiant purchase travel & wedding insurance • confirm cake, flowers, menu, & decor
3 MONTHS BEFORE • send formal invitations • create wedding day itinerary for your programs
1 MONTH BEFORE • discuss final details with wedding coordinator • finalize vows, music, & schedule • release any extra rooms from your room blocks • have programs printed & obtain additional wedding favors & ship to resort
2 WEEKS BEFORE • make sure you have proper documentation to obtain marriage license • collect all insurance related documents
1 WEEK BEFORE • create a photo shot list for your photographer • share contact info with wedding party • final check with coordinator
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BRIDAL & BRIDESMAIDS’ BOUTIQUE David’s Bridal BRIDAL REGISTRY Bed Bath & Beyond and Belk CAKES Paul’s Pastry CATERER, CEREMONY, & RECEPTION VENUE The Henry Smith House FLOWERS Pine Hills Floral Designs GROOMSWEAR Men’s Wearhouse LIGHTING, MUSIC, & ENTERTAINMENT Rock-It Productions PHOTOGRAPHER Robinson Photography
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BRIDAL & BRIDESMAIDS’ BOUTIQUE Lace Bridal Experience CEREMONY, RECEPTION, & REHEARSAL DINNER VENUE Park Crest Event Facility DRAPING, LIGHTING, MUSIC & ENTERTAINMENT, & VIDEOGRAPHER On-Site Productions MOTHER’S BOUTIQUE Belk PHOTOGRAPHER Collin Richie Photography
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8 Must-Do’s TO GET THE MOST OUT OF A WEDDING SHOW! Create a wedding email address
Make sure you bring a list of questions to ask and make
Weddings involve A LOT of planning. A wedding email
note if there are specific vendors you want to make sure
helps keep your planning all in one place and allows you
you talk with while at the show.
to sift through vendor emails without having them all mixed in with your personal email.
Get comfy! Dress comfortably all the way down to your shoes, and
Create labels
make sure you aren’t hungry when you arrive. Shows
Pre-printed labels that include your name, wedding
can be quite large, and you will be on your feet for most
date, and contact information are a huge time saver
of the time.
when going from booth to booth and exchanging your information with vendors you are interested in. You can
Take notes and snap pics
also use your labels as a handy way of registering for
Wedding shows are full of things to see and do. If you like
prizes at vendor booths, since you will want to enter as
something, make note of it so you don’t have to rely on
many prize giveaways as possible!
your memory. If you taste catering or cake samples you
Come prepared Bring your calendar so you can set lots of appointments
enjoy, jot it down.
Hire a sitter
with the wedding pros that interest you. Vendors tend
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to be busy at shows, but they will eagerly set up an
Shows can be sensory overload for children, there are lots
appointment to sit down with you in a more intimate
of expensive gowns and delicate items on display. Keeping
setting and show you more about their services. It’s also a
your focus on you and your day can be difficult when
good idea to bring information like your planned number
having to worry about a child who is with you. Most shows
of guests, color swatches, and details you are planning so
have limited aisle space, so strollers are difficult to navigate
that you can make the most out of your face to face time.
or may not be permitted. Leave small children at home.
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Don’t neglect the follow-up!
HAVE FUN!
Great wedding professionals book up fast, so if you meet
Most importantly, have fun! Wear the bride sticker
someone at a show you KNOW is perfect for your big day,
you will get at the door and enjoy being the center
make sure you follow up quickly. You will want to make
of attention. Savor every moment leading up to your
sure all your questions are answered and that you have
special day!
time to book their services. Waiting to follow up could mean you risk losing your dream vendor.
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THE BARN AT BRIDLEWOOD/ BRIDLEWOOD OF MADISON
DULING HALL 622 Duling Avenue • Jackson, MS • 39216 601-292-7121 • www.dulinghall.com
3024 HWY 22 • Madison, MS 39110 | 32 Railroad Road • Hattiesburg, MS 39402
601-707-4024 • www.thebarnatbridlewood.com • 601-270-1121
FACILITY TYPE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Elegant Barn
FACILITY TYPE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Historic
EVENT OPTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Ceremony, Reception, &
EVENT OPTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Ceremony, Reception, &
Rehearsal Dinner
Rehearsal Dinner
LOCATION OPTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Indoor/Outdoor
LOCATION OPTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Indoor/Outdoor
CAPACITY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100-500
CAPACITY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 350
CATERING PRICE RANGE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . N/A
CATERING PRICE RANGE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . N/A
FACILITY FEE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Yes
FACILITY FEE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Yes
PARKING OPTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Free
PARKING OPTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Free Parking
Both barns are constructed of timbers rescued from historic barns and
When looking for the perfect wedding venue to host your festivities,
offer elegant retreats in pastoral settings. Beautiful wood beams frame
we know the details matter. In Jackson, you’ll find no space with more
the majestic ceilings. Rustic chandeliers, far00m tables, brick walls
character, history and possibility than Duling Hall. Located right in the
and vintage details complete the historic style. The Barn at Bridlewood
middle of Fondren, we are close to downtown churches and hotels. With
is just minutes from 98 in Hattiesburg. Bridlewood of Madison is close
added perks like tables and chairs and audio-visual equipment, we’re
to I55 in Madison.
here to make your event as perfect and easy as possible. We offer options for a full-service bar and a professional staff to serve a broad product selection to meet any budget. So, whether it’s a rehearsal dinner, wedding ceremony, or reception, we’ve got you covered.
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THE EZELL HOUSE
THE FAULKNER
407 Conti St. • Mobile, AL • 36602 251-432-4174 • www.ezellhouse.com
518 E. Capitol Street • Jackson, MS • 39201 601-566-1939 • www.thefaulkner.com
FACILITY TYPE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Historic House
FACILITY TYPE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Historic
EVENT OPTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Ceremony, Reception, &
EVENT OPTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Ceremony, Reception, &
Rehearsal Dinner
Rehearsal Dinner
LOCATION OPTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Indoor/Outdoor
LOCATION OPTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Indoor/Outdoor
CAPACITY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 500
CAPACITY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 200+
CATERING PRICE RANGE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . N/A
CATERING PRICE RANGE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . N/A
FACILITY FEE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Yes
FACILITY FEE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Yes
PARKING OPTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Free Parking
PARKING OPTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Free Parking
What better way to celebrate in style than to host your wedding at the
Located in the heart of Downtown Jackson, this historic, six-story
Ezell House. Located in beautiful downtown Mobile, the Ezell House
building offers sweeping views of The Old Capitol, the Pearl River
combines old world charm while bringing to life the French and Italian
basin, and the signature buildings of the city skyline we all know and
influences of our Southern Alabama archeticture. As the most popular
love. With three unique event spaces including a rooftop terrace, The
wedding and special events venue in downtown Mobile, the Ezell House
Faulkner is a timeless backdrop for all of life’s events. The venue is
is the perfect setting for every type of special occasion from weddings
appointed with rich details and handsome finishes throughout each
to rehearsals dinners, birthday parties to anniversary parties, and
space to set a polished, sophisticated tone for your celebration. This new
much, much more. Visit us today to explore why you should host your
venue is set to open in summer 2018 and still has many dates available!
wedding at the Ezell House.
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THE HISTORY MUSEUM OF MOBILE
THE INN AT OLE MISS 120 Alumni Drive • Oxford, MS • 38677 662-234-2331 • www.theinnatolemiss.com
111 S Royal St. • Mobile, AL • 36602 251-208-7508 • www.historymuseumofmobile.com
FACILITY TYPE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Museum
FACILITY TYPE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Hotel & Conference
EVENT OPTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Ceremony, Reception, &
EVENT OPTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Ceremony, Reception, &
Rehearsal Dinner
Rehearsal Dinner
LOCATION OPTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Indoor/Outdoor
LOCATION OPTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Indoor/Outdoor
CAPACITY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 250
CAPACITY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 350
CATERING PRICE RANGE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . N/A
CATERING PRICE RANGE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Varies
FACILITY FEE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Yes
FACILITY FEE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Yes
PARKING OPTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Free
PARKING OPTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Free
Encounter the past while celebrating your future. Hold your special day
Are you a Rebel fan? Then The Inn is the perfect venue for you! The Inn at Ole
in the History Muscum of Mobile’s uniquely picturesque courtyard or
Miss is located directly on the beautiful University of Mississippi campus.
atrium. The museum’s iconic marble lobby with historic murals (dating to
Just steps away from The Grove, you can experience it all with either an
the 1930’s) is the perfect place to start your event. Make a grand entrance
indoor wedding in our beautiful ballroom or outside on the green space in
from the monumental marble staircase, socialize with guests, toast the
the Stark Garden. The Inn at Ole Miss is also the perfect place to stay for any
newlyweds and dance the night away in the atrium, formerly home to the
wedding in Oxford. Whether the reception is downstairs in the ballroom
Southern Market.
or off The Square, The Inn is easily accessible. For guests, there is a nightly shuttle service to transport them to and from The Square.
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THE IRON HORSE GRILL 320 West Pearl Street • Jackson, MS • 39203 601-398-0151 • www.theironhorsegrill.com
THE MANSHIP WOOD FIRED KITCHEN 1200 N. State St • Jackson, MS • 39202 601-398-4562 • www.themanshipjackson.com
FACILITY TYPE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Historic Restaurant
FACILITY TYPE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Restaurant
EVENT OPTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Ceremony, Reception,
EVENT OPTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Ceremony, Reception, &
Rehearsal Dinner, & Beverage Service
Rehearsal Dinner
LOCATION OPTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Indoor
LOCATION OPTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Indoor
CAPACITY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30-125
CAPACITY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15-350
CATERING PRICE RANGE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $30+
CATERING PRICE RANGE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $40
FACILITY FEE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Yes
FACILITY FEE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Yes
PARKING OPTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Free Parking
PARKING OPTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Parking Garage
Built as the Armour Smokehouse in 1906 this legendary Jackson landmark
The Manship Wood Fired Kitchen is the perfect place to host your
is a true icon of Mississippi’s rich heritage. The historic location will provide
rehearsal dinner or wedding reception. Our staff is eager to create a
a unique backdrop for your reception or rehearsal dinner. Your beautifully
custom experience for your special day. We have menu options ranging
planned reception deserves professional and complimentary beverage
from $35 - $65 per person and if you don’t see something you would like
service. As one of few Mississippi ABC licensed services in the area and
on our menu, our capable chefs will be happy to make a custom menu.
insured for events, our first concern is that you fully enjoy your most special
Our beautiful spaces can accommodate groups ranging in size from 15 -
day with customizable and all-inclusive packages. Our team of professional
130 people seated and standing receptions for up to 350 people.
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MCCLAIN LODGE
PROVIDENCE HILL FARM
314 Clark Creek Road • Brandon, MS • 39047 601-829-1101 • www.mcclain.ms
2600 Carsley Road • Jackson, MS • 39209 601-925-0557 • www.providencehillfarm.com
FACILITY TYPE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Resort
FACILITY TYPE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Stable & Lakeside Pavillion
EVENT OPTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Ceremony, Reception, &
EVENT OPTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Ceremony, Reception, &
Rehearsal Dinner
Rehearsal Dinner
LOCATION OPTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Indoor/Outdoor
LOCATION OPTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Indoor/Outdoor
CAPACITY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 400
CAPACITY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 300-800
CATERING PRICE RANGE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $25+
CATERING PRICE RANGE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . N/A
FACILITY FEE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Yes
FACILITY FEE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Yes
PARKING OPTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Free Parking
PARKING OPTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Free Parking
With several venue spaces nestled in an idyllic setting, McClain Lodge is the perfect place to get married and celebrate life’s important events. Sitting along the banks of a quiet lake, everything you need for your wedding is in this tranquil setting. For your ceremony, choose the quaint chapel among soaring trees or get married in the open area arbor “Under the Oaks”. For your reception, brides love the banquet hall and “Events on the Grounds” with the wrap-around porch, bridge and gazebo areas. There’s more: the Lodge is a great place for attendants to dress and the bride and groom to spend their wedding night. For attendants and guests, McClain Lodge offers new cabins with all the amenities.
Located minutes from the capital city, spectacular Providence Hill
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Farm offers its brides two options for wedding ceremonies, receptions, and rehearsal dinners. Our magnificent stable is surrounded by rolling pastureland and unbelievable views. Two suites are available upstairs for the wedding parties to dress and enjoy the day. The girls can relax and have a bridesmaids’ luncheon while the guys delight in a sporting clay shoot or fishing match. Providence Hill also has a beautiful pavilion area surrounded by a breathtaking lake for ceremonies, receptions, and rehearsal dinners. Brides may use the caterer of their choice.
THE RAILROAD DISTRICT & THE SOUTH WAREHOUSE
THAD COCHRAN CENTER & TRENT LOTT CENTER AT SOUTHERN MISS.
824 South State St. • 627 East Silas Brown St. • Jackson, MS 601-939-4518 • www.freshcutcateringandfloral.com
118 College Drive • Hattiesburg, MS • 39406 601-266-4399• www.usm.edu/event-services.com
FACILITY TYPE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Warehouse EVENT OPTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Ceremony, Reception & Rehearsal Dinner LOCATION OPTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Indoor CAPACITY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50-600 CATERING PRICE RANGE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Varies
FACILITY TYPE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Hotel & Conference
FACILITY FEE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Yes
EVENT OPTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Ceremony, Reception, &
PARKING OPTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Free
In addition to The South Warehouse, Wendy Putt has now opened a new venue, The Railroad District. Convenient to downtown, we are excited to have this new venue for receptions, rehearsal dinners, and other wedding festivities. Within the 17,000 square
Rehearsal Dinner
LOCATION OPTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Indoor/Outdoor CAPACITY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 350
feet of the Railroad District, this brick warehouse has exposed ceilings, New Orleans
CATERING PRICE RANGE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Varies
style iron details, and modern features throughout the building. Fresh Cut Catering and
FACILITY FEE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Yes
Floral will help you customize your rehearsal dinner or your unique wedding reception.
PARKING OPTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Free
FACILITY TYPE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Warehouse EVENT OPTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Ceremony, Reception & Rehearsal Dinner LOCATION OPTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Indoor CAPACITY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 150-1200 CATERING PRICE RANGE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Varies FACILITY FEE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Yes PARKING OPTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Free
For your ceremony, reception or rehearsal dinner, Southern Miss Event Services
Formerly the McRae’s Distribution Center, this historic warehouse in downtown
can offer you the Thad Cochran Center, Trent Lott Center, Danforth Chapel or the Rose Garden to bring your wedding vision to life. The lavish ballrooms of the Thad Cochran Center and stately pillars of the Trent Lott Center provide the perfect atmosphere for you. The sophisticated and elegant design of both locations gives you an ideal canvas to design the wedding of your dreams. After
Jackson is the perfect setting for all your wedding festivities. With 19,000 square feet,
all, for those special moments in life, there’s only one chance to get it right.
The South is large enough to accommodate both your ceremony and reception. Voted
Southern Miss Event Services’ facilities will add just the right touch of elegance
“Best of Jackson” venue, the exposed brick walls, wood floors and large wooden beams
and southern charm to make the moment last forever.
create a grand and majestic feel for your wedding. But it doesn’t stop there! Exquisite décor and fabulous food by Fresh Cut Catering and Floral make every wedding as unique as the bride. Let Wendy Putt and her staff take care of the details.
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WHITE HOUSE HOTEL 1230 Beach Blvd • Biloxi, MS • 39530 228-233-1230 • www.whitehousebiloxi.com
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FACILITY TYPE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Boutique Hotel EVENT OPTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Ceremony & Reception LOCATION OPTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Indoor/Outdoor CAPACITY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Up to 400 CATERING PRICE RANGE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $28+ FACILITY FEE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Yes PARKING OPTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Valet Garage The only boutique hotel on the Mississippi Coast, the White House Hotel has graced the Mississippi Coast for over a century. It has been lovingly restored with a chic-contemporary interior and fascinating period detail. Majestic oaks provide a canopy of shade on the front lawn making it a beautiful setting for a wedding or reception. The Ballroom on the third floor opens onto a large roof top terrace overlooking the Gulf with dramatic vistas. Catering is provided by Cora’s Restaurant which specializes in southern and contemporary cuisine with the freshest ingredients. Our 76 guest rooms provide luxurious comfort for your guests.
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bridal boutique guide HOURS
ATTENDANT’S WEAR
SIZES
SHOES & ACCESSORIES
DESIGNERS
JEWELRY VEILS
CHRISTINA WU, ALLURE COUTURE, RARA AVIS, LOTUS AND THREAD, MAGGIE SOTTERO, REBECCA INGRAM, CHRISTINA LOVE, ENCHANTING BY MON CHERI, JAQUELIN EXCLUSIVE, WOO COUTURE, ANDRIANA PAPELL, ELLIE WILDE
BOTH
KENNETH WINSTON, ELLA ROSA, GALLERY, MORI LEE, MAGGIE SOTTERO, VOYAGE & JULIETTA BY MORI LEE, BONNY, MARY’S, KITTY CHEN
BOTH
ALLURE BRIDALS, CASABLANCA, ESSENCE OF AUSTRALIA, MAGGIE SOTTERO, MORI LEE, STELLA YORK, KENNETH WINSTON, REBECCA INGRAM
BOTH
BADGLEY MISCHKA BRIDE, MATTHEW CHRISTOPHER, ATELIER, LAINE BERRY, DESIREE SPICE, JACLYN JORDAN, KITTY CHEN, PHILIPPE MATTHEWS, ROBERT BULLOCK, MAGGIE SOTTERO, SOTTERO & MIDGLEY, MARTIN THORNBURG, SOPHIA TOLLI, EMMALINE, JUSTIN ALEXANDER AND LILLIAN WEST
BOTH
ADRIANNA PAPELL, ALLURE BRIDALS, MORILEE, ASHLEY & JUSTIN, HOUSE OF WU, EDDY K, ENZOANI, ESSENCE OF AUSTRALIA, JUSTIN ALEXANDER, MAGGIE SOTTERO, ROBERT BULLOCK, STELLA YORK, STEPHEN YEARICK
BOTH
STELLA YORK, JUSTIN ALEXANDER, LILLIAN WEST, MORI LEE, SORELLA VITA, SCALA, EDDY K, JADE & JADE COUTURE
BOTH
ALLURE BRIDALS, ENZOANI, KENNETH WINSTON, MAGGIE SOTTERO, MORI LEE, PRONOVIAS, ESSENCE OF AUSTRALIA, CASABLANCA, STELLA YORK, EDDY K, SOTTERO & MIDGLEY, CASABLANCA
-MISSISSIPPI -
The Bridal House by Woo Couture
00-PLUS CUSTOM SIZES
BY APPT ONLY
601-454-3262 | Jackson, MS
ALL
WOOCOUTURE.COM
It’s a Date & The Tuxedo Shop 662-324-4Tux | Starkville, MS
MON-FRI 10-5 SAT 10-3 OR BY APPT.
0-30
ALL
ITSADATEFORMALS.COM
Kay’s Kreations 662-844-1704 | Tupelo, MS
MON - FRI 10-5 SAT 10-3
4-30
ALL
KAYS-KREATIONS.NET
Lace Bridal Experience 601-665-4860 | Brandon, MS
MON - SAT 10-6 SUN BY APPT. ONLY
0-32
ALL
LACEBRIDALBOUTIQUE.COM
Low’s Bridal & Formal 870-734-3244 | Brinkley, AR
BRIDESMAIDS,
TUES - FRI 10-5 & SAT 9-4
0-32
FLOWER GIRL
LOWSBRIDAL.COM
Magnolia Mariee 601-446-6400 | Natchez, MS MAGNOLIAMARIEE.COM
Mimi’s Bridal & Formalwear 601-649-6006 | Laurel, MS
WOMEN’S SIZES,
MON 10-3 TUES-FRI 10-5 SAT 9-3
4-30
MON - FRI 9-5:30 THURS 9-8 SAT 9-3
ALL
0-32
ALL
MIMISBRIDAL.COM
bridal registry guide Company Name Belk
866-235-5443 BELK.COM
Return Policy 6 MONTHS FROM WEDDING DATE
Computerized
Registry
YES
Fine China
YES
Casual Dinnerware
YES
Glass & Stemware
YES
Flatware
YES
Barware
Bedding & Bath
Home Decor
YES
YES
YES
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Alabama
venue guide Company Name
Find Us On Page
Room Capacity
Average Price/ Person
Outside Catering allowed
Outdoor Area
Facility Fee
Ceremony Site available
Valet Parking
- MOBILE -
The Battlehouse & Spa
154
Bragg Mitchell Mansion
700
$90
NO
NO
NO
YES
YES
155
UP TO 500
N/A
YES
YES
YES
YES
NO
Craft Farms
148
30-850
N/A
YES
NO
YES
YES
NO
The Ezell House
155
500
N/A
YES
YES
YES
YES
NO
History Museum of Mobile
152
250
N/A
YES
YES
YES
YES
NO
The Malaga Inn
146
80-175
N/A
YES
YES
YES
YES
NO
The Peninsula Golf & Raquet Club
148
400
$22+
NO
YES
YES
YES
NO
Rock Creek Golf Club
152
400
$22+
NO
YES
YES
YES
NO
Ceremony Site available
Valet Parking
251-438-6000 251-471-6364
251-923-2528
251-432-4174
251-208-7508
251-438-4701
251-968-8009
251-928-4223
Mississippi
venue guide Company Name
Find Us On Page
Room Capacity
Average Price/ Person
Outside Catering allowed
Outdoor Area
Facility Fee
- C E N T R AL M I S S I S S I P P I -
Biaggi’s Ristorante Italiano
20
60
$20
NO
YES
NO
NO
NO
Bridlewood of Madison
100
100-650
N/A
YES
YES
YES
YES
NO
Cotton Market
116
450
VARIES
NO
YES
YES
YES
NO
Duling Hall
46
350
N/A
YES
YES
YES
YES
NO
The Faulkner
2
200+
N/A
YES
YES
YES
YES
NO
Hilton Jackson
102
50-1000
$35
NO
NO
YES
YES
NO
The Iron Horse Grill
46
30-125
$30+
NO
NO
YES
YES
NO
The Ivy Venue
4
400
VARIES
NO
YES
YES
YES
NO
601-354-6600
601-707-4024
601-906-5499
601-292-7121
601-566-1939
601-957-2800
601-398-0151
601-906-5499
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Mississippi
venue guide Company Name
Find Us On Page
Room Capacity
Average Price/ Person
Outside Catering Allowed
Outdoor Area
Facility Fee
Ceremony Site Available
King Edward Hotel
IFC
200
VARIES
NO
NO
YES
YES
YES
The Manship Wood Fired Kitchen
112
15-350
$40
NO
YES
YES
YES
NO
McClain Lodge
96
400
$25+
NO
YES
YES
YES
NO
Mississippi Agriculture & Forestry Museum
105
60-400+
N/A
YES
YES
YES
YES
NO
Mississippi Realtors Center
105
UP TO 250
N/A
YES
NO
YES
YES
NO
Mississippi Sports Hall of Fame & Museum
92
100-300
N/A
YES
YES
YES
YES
NO
Providence Hill Farm
95
300-800
N/A
YES
YES
YES
YES
YES
The Railroad District
101
50-600
VARIES
NO
NO
YES
NO
YES
The Rick House
112
UP TO 175
VARIES
NO
NO
YES
YES
NO
The South Warehouse
101
150-1200
VARIES
NO
NO
YES
YES
NO
Spring Lake Venue
114
200
N/A
YES
YES
YES
YES
NO
Table 100
7
250
VARIES
NO
NO
YES
YES
NO
601-969-8508
Valet Parking
601-398-4562
601-829-1101
601-432-4500
601-932-5241
601-982-8264
601-832-8395
601-939-4518
601-398-4562
601-939-4518
601-750-5498
601-933-2720
- G U L F C OA S T -
Beau Rivage Casino & Resort
IBC
20-1000
$60
NO
YES
NO
YES
YES
Biloxi Civic Center
197
1000
N/A
YES
YES
YES
YES
NO
The Brick House
197
150
N/A
YES
YES
YES
YES
NO
Diamondhead Country Club
198
20-250
$25-$45
NO
YES
YES
YES
NO
The Dock
188
800
N/A
YES
YES
YES
YES
NO
White House Hotel
190
UP TO 400
$28+
NO
YES
YES
YES
NO
228-386-7155
228-374-3105
228-435-6121
228-255-2918
228-276-1718
228-233-1230
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VENUE GUIDE Mississippi
venue guide Company Name
Find Us On Page
Room Capacity
Average Price/ Person
Outside Catering allowed
Outdoor Area
Facility Fee
Ceremony Site available
Valet Parking
- NAT C H E Z | S O U T H W E S T M I S S I S S I P P I -
Dunleith Historic Inn
204
60-300
VARIES
NO
YES
YES
YES
YES
NO
YES
YES
YES
NO
601-446-8500
- NORTHEAST MISSISSIPPI -
The Inn at Ole Miss 662-234-2331
209
350
VARIES - P I N E B E LT -
The Barn at Bridlewood
100
Cotton Blues
100-500
N/A
YES
YES
YES
YES
NO
210
60
$30
NO
YES
YES
NO
NO
The Gin at Rasberry Greene
212
300
N/A
YES
YES
YES
YES
YES
Thad Cochran Center
212
20-300
VARIES
NO
YES
YES
YES
NO
Trent Lott National Center
212
20-200
VARIES
NO
YES
YES
YES
NO
601-270-1121
601-450-0510
769-208-3802
601-266-4399
601-266-4399
keeping track VENDORS Cake Catering Ceremony Site Flowers Formal Wear Gown Hair/Makeup Music | Ceremony Music | Reception Officiant Photographer Reception Site Rentals Transportation Videographer Wedding Coordinator 248 |
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DATE
AMOU NT
BALANCE DUE
Twelve Month Wedding Timeline Now that you’ve said “yes!” it’s time to get organized! Use our checklist as a guideline to help you through the wedding planning process.
TWELVE MONTHS
FOUR MONTHS
ONE WEEK
Choose the date & time
Choose ceremony music
Pick up your gown
Plan the budget
Order men’s formal wear
Pack for honeymoon
Reserve ceremony site
Reserve rehearsal dinner location
Confirm transportation details
Start your guest list
Notify caterer of final head count
Hire a wedding consultant
Book stylist or salon for bridal party hair, nails, & makeup
Meet with officiant to discuss premarital counseling
Discuss menu details with caterer
Review timetables & details with vendors
Order wedding bands
Put fees in wedding day envelopes
Visit reception sites & reserve one
Meet with a premarital counselor
Purchase mothers’ dresses
Choose your attendants
Shop for gown
NINE MONTHS
Order wedding dress, veil & accessories
Take engagement pictures
Select dress for bridal attendants
Decide wedding style - formal with a sit-down dinner or afternoon wedding in the garden
Interview & book photographer, videographer, caterer, & florist
Discuss honeymoon plans (get passport if needed)
Select a band or DJ for reception
Send Save-the-Date cards
SIX MONTHS
TWO MONTHS
Address & mail invitations
Plan a trial run with hair & makeup
Confirm ceremony details
Arrange rehearsal dinner plans
Complete proper documents for changing your name
Confirm delivery date for your gown
Announce engagement in your local newspaper
DAY BEFORE
Deliver gift baskets, if you have them, to hotels
Host bridesmaids’ luncheon
Have manicure and pedicure
Attend ceremony rehearsal
Hold rehearsal dinner & hand out special gifts to wedding party
Prepare tip envelopes & arrange for someone to distribute them
WEDDING DAY
Eat breakfast
Obtain marriage license
Arrange to get checked in & have luggage delivered to your hotel
Arrange for final fittings on your gown
Get hair & makeup done
Buy gifts for the wedding party
Relax! You’re getting married!!!
ONE MONTH
Make reservations for bridesmaids’ luncheon
Purchase wedding accessories (guest book, unity candle, cake knife)
Reserve rental equipment
Choose your baker & order your wedding cake & groom’s cake
TWO WEEKS
Finalize guest list
Start reception seating chart & place cards
Register for gifts
Confirm rehearsal dinner plans
Order invitations, stationery, & thank you cards
Contact guests who did not RSVP
Break in wedding shoes
Reserve accommodations for out-of-town guest
Write rehearsal dinner & wedding toast
Finalize honeymoon plans
Choose favors
Meet with photographer & videographer & submit a list of must-take shots
Confirm honeymoon arrangements
Wedding Day Checklist A checklist of things every bride should have on hand for her wedding day. Be prepared! Check off items as you assemble your kit.
HONEYMOON CHECKLIST
WEDDING DAY EMERGENCY KIT
Airline tickets (note flight number
& departure/arrival time) Cruise tickets (note cabin number
& departure/arrival time) Resort/Hotel phone &
confirmation number Passports/Visas Camera, SD cards & charger Credit cards Traveler’s checks Sewing kit Medicines/Prescriptions Extra contact lenses or glasses Toiletries
wedding coordinator & vendors
Sewing kit (thread, needle, safety pins & scissors)
Personal emergency kit (including Shout wipes, tampons, & a small snack)
Skin care (cleansers, moisturizers & lotion) Hair care (hair dryer, curling iron, curlers, brush, comb, hair spray, hair gel, bobby pins, hair elastics, barrettes) Nail polish, nail file & polish remover (in shade worn & clear to stop runs in nylons)
for her: Gown Headpiece & veil Lingerie (bra, bustier, slip) Hosiery & garter Shoes Jewelry & accessories Wrap/jacket Gloves
for him: Coat, shirt, vest, trousers Cummerbund
Electrical plug adapters
Makeup & makeup remover
Neckwear
Hair dryer
Double stick tape
Cufflinks
Extra pair of nylons
Socks & shoes
UPDATING YOUR NAME
Toothbrush, toothpaste, floss & mouthwash
Auto Registration
Steamer or iron
Bank & Credit Card Accounts
don’t forget
Hand mirror, tweezers & small grooming scissors
Rings & marriage license
Credit Reporting Agencies
Tissues & disposable wipes
Ring bearer pillow
Deeds/Titles
Anti-cling spray
Flower girl basket
Car Insurance Policy
Driver’s License Employee Records Investment Accounts Life Insurance Policy Medical/Dental Records
Deodorant, perfume & baby powder Cotton balls, cotton swabs Headband or clips for pulling hair back while applying makeup Small hand towel
Memberships
Lint brush
Passport
Breath mints
Post Office Records
Cash
Social Security Records
Checks
Stock Certificates Tax Agency Records Voter Registration Records Wills/Trusts
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Phone numbers for wedding party,
WEDDING ATTIRE
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Something old, new, borrowed & blue
Wedding programs Cake knife & server Toasting flutes Favors Guest book & pen Unity candle, kiddush cup Pay officiant & vendors Assign person to collect gifts
Wedding Budget MUSIC
STATIONERY
$___________ Ceremony Site Fee
$___________ Ceremony
$___________Save-the-Date Cards
$___________ Officiant
$___________ Reception
$___________ Invitations & Envelopes
CEREMONY
$___________Marriage License $___________ Candles/Candelabra
$___________Calligrapher
OPTIONAL ITEMS
$___________Postage
$___________ Wedding Coordinator
$___________Thank You Notes
FAVORS & ACCESSORIES
$___________ Attendant Accommodations
$___________ Cake Knife & Server
$___________ Bridesmaids’ Dresses &
$___________ Cake Top $___________ Favors $___________ Flower Girl’s Basket $___________ Guest Book & Pen $___________ Ring Bearer’s Pillow $___________ Toasting Glasses $___________ Unity Candle, Kiddish Cup
Shoes $___________ Flower Girl’s Dress $___________ Groomsmens’ Formal Wear
$___________ Host & Hostess gift
$___________Bride’s Bouquet
$___________Photographer Fees
$___________ Reception Flowers $___________ Decorations/Balloons
$___________Engagement Session $___________Proofs $___________Wedding Album(s) $___________ Disk of Images
RECEPTION $___________Reception Site Fees
GIFTS $___________ Maid/Matron of Honor $___________ Bridesmaids $___________ Best Man $___________ Groomsmen $___________ Ushers $___________ Child Attendants $___________ Bride & Groom $___________ Bride’s Parents & Grandparents $___________ Groom’s Parents & Grandparents $___________ Pre-Wedding Party Hosts
$___________ Wedding Party $___________ Parking
PHOTOGRAPHY
$___________ Ceremony Flowers
TRANSPORTATION
$___________ Bridesmaid Luncheon
FLOWERS
$___________ Groom’s Boutonnière
$___________Other
$___________ Guests
$___________ Other
& Boutonnière
$___________Placecards
$___________ Ring Bear’s Attire
$___________ Attendants Gifts
$___________ Attendants’ Bouquets
$___________Ceremony Programs
$___________Food & Service $___________Tax & Gratuity $___________Beverage/Bar Fee $___________Cake/Cake Cutting Fee $___________ Rental Items $___________Other
RINGS $___________Engagement $___________Bride’s Wedding Band $___________Groom’s Wedding Band
VIDEOGRAPHY $___________ Videographer’s Fee $___________ Wedding DVD $___________ Additional Copies $___________ Edited Highlights $___________“Love Story” Production
WEDDING ATTIRE for her: $___________Gown $___________Alterations $___________Headpiece / Veil $___________ Lingerie & Garter $___________Shoes $___________Jewelry & Accessories $___________Hair, Makeup, & Manicure $___________ Other
for him: $___________Formal Wear $___________Neckwear & Cufflinks $___________Accessories $___________Shoes $___________Other
$___________ Cake Cutting Attendant $___________ Soloist/Musicians $___________ Program Attendants $___________ Other
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Music Planner CEREMONY Prelude Processional Service Recessional Postlude Other
RECEPTION
Reception Planner VENUE
SITE SERVICES
LOCATION
SERVICES PROVIDED
Indoor
Rooms
Outdoor
Food
Same Site as Ceremony
Beverage/Alcohol
Within Walking Distance
Disabled Access Adequate Parking
USED FOR
Valet
Ceremony
Coat Check
Reception
On-site Wedding Coordinator
Dressing
Staff to Cut Cake
Overnight Rooms
More than One Event
SIZE
RENTALS AVAILABLE
Small (<100)
Tables
Medium (100-250)
Chairs & chair covers
Large (250+)
Cocktail Hour
DECORATIONS
Arrival of Newlyweds
PROVIDED
First Dance Father/Bride Dance
China, glassware, silverware & serving dishes Linens Ration of guests to servers:
Head Table Guest Tables Cake Table Guest Book Table
BRINGING YOUR OWN DECORATIONS Mother/Groom Dance Guests' First Dance Dinner Cake Cutting Tossing the Bouquet Throwing the Garter Last Dance Other
What are the decorating restrictions?
When can decorations/favors come in?
STYLE SITE FEATURES
Old-world
Great Entrance
Pastels
Modern
Chandeliers
Jewel Tones
Formal
Piano
Neutral Tones
Rustic
Balcony
Bold/Bright
Fun, Funky
Fireplace
Black/White
Casual
Great Views
Intimate
Stunning Windows Nice Changing Area Dance Floor
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COLOR SCHEME
RECEPTION
Flowers Planner FLOWERS BY SEASON SPRING Cherry Blossom Daffodil Dogwood Forsythia Hellebore Hyacinth Lilac Lily of the Valley Muscari Peony Quince Rose Sweet Pea Tulip Viburnum
SUMMER Anemone Astilbe Azalea Calla Lily Camellia Cosmos Daffodil Dahlia Daisy Delphinium French Tulip Hollyhock Hyacinth Hydrangea Jasmine Lady's Mantle Larkspur Lilac Lily of the Valley Marigold Mimosa Pansy Peony Primrose Ranunculus
FALL Autumn Leaves Celosia (cockscomb) Chinese Lantern
Chrysanthemum Crosnia Dahlia Hydrangea Seasonal Berries Statice Sunflower Yarrow
W I N TE R Amaryllis Anemone Casablanca Lily Evergreen Forced Bulbs Freesia Gerber Daisy Heather Narcissus Holly (ilex) Paper-white Poinsettia Rose Stephanot
YEAR ‘ROUND Baby’s Breath Calla Lily Carnation Cattleman Chrysanthemum Daisy Freesia Gardenia Gerber Daisy Gladiolus Iris Lily Orchid Protea Ranunculus Rose September Aster Snapdragon Stephanotis Tuberoses
DESCRIPTION OF WEDDING FLOWERS HELPERS
CEREMONY
Cake Cutting Attendant
Altar/Chuppah
________________________ Guest Book Attendant ________________________ Officiant ________________________ Soloists & Musicians ________________________
________________________ Candles & Holders ________________________ Pew/Aisle Markers ________________________ Other ________________________
WEDDING PARTY
RECEPTION
Bride’s Bouquet
Entryway
________________________ Bride’s Toss Bouquet ________________________ Bride’s Attendants’ ________________________ Bouquets ________________________ Flower Girl’s Headpiece or Baskets ________________________ Groom’s Boutonnière ________________________ Groom’s Attendants’ Boutonnière ________________________ Ushers’ Boutonnière ________________________ Ring Bearer’s Boutonnière ________________________ Mothers’ & Grandmothers’ Corsages ________________________ Fathers’ & Grandfathers’ Boutonnières ________________________
________________________ Head Table Centerpiece ________________________ Parents’ Table ________________________ Centerpieces ________________________ Guest Table Centerpieces ________________________ Reception Room Flowers ________________________ Cake & Cake Table ________________________ Champagne/Punch Table ________________________ Gift Table ________________________ Guest Book Table ________________________ Restroom ________________________ Other ________________________
Other ________________________
________________________
Boutonniere | Single flower for men worn on lapel
Nosegay | Single flower or small bouquet, carried
Corsage | Single flower for women worn on wrist
Pomander | Round bouquet on a cord usually for flower girls
Cascade | Blossoms & greenery in teardrop shape
Spray | Small bunch of gathered flowers, carried
Hand Tied | Cut flowers tied with ribbon/fabric, carried
Toss Bouquet | Bouquet thrown to the single ladies
Cakes Planner CAKE STYLE
CAKE ACCESSORIES
GROOM'S CAKE
ADDITIONAL DETAILS
Type of Cake:
Cake Topper:
Type of Cake:
Wedding Cake Location:
Flavor of Filling:
Cake Flowers:
Cake Theme:
Groom's Cake Location:
Flavor of Icing:
Cake Decorations:
Flavor of Filling:
Cake Table Decorations:
Date to Taste Samples:
Cake Stands:
Flavor of Icing:
Part to Save:
Cake Boxes:
Cake Decorations:
Person Responsible for Cake Top,
Cake Knife & Server:
Description:
Knife, & Server:
Description:
Person to Save &
Cake Napkins:
Freeze Cake:
Catering Planner TYPE
COURSES
ENTRÃ&#x2030;ES
Breakfast/Brunch
Hors d'oeuvres
Beef
Vegetarian
Tea
Appetizer
Chicken
Kosher
Lunch
Soup
Pork
Gluten Free
Cocktails
Salad
Fish/Seafood
Other
Dinner
Entree
Lamb
Dessert
Dessert
Pasta
ALCOHOL
SERVICE
RENTALS
Full Bar
Cocktails
Tables
Beer & Wine
Passed Hors d'oeuvres
Chairs & Chair Covers
Wine with Dinner
Hors d'oeuvre Tables
Champagne Toast
Seated Meal
Specialty Cocktail
Buffet
Linens China, Glassware, Silverware
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& Serving Dishes
ACCOMMODATIONS The Battle House Mobile, AL | 154
Kay’s Kreations Tupelo, MS | 56 Lace Bridal Experience Brandon, MS | 58 & 64
Beau Rivage Resort and Casino Biloxi, MS | IBC⎜
Low’s Bridal & Formal Brinkley, AR |ǀ1
Dunleith Historic Inn Natchez, MS |⎜204 Hampton Inn & Suites – Downtown Historic District Mobile, AL | 165 Hilton Garden Inn Gulfport, MS | 202 Hilton Jackson Jackson, MS | 102 Hotel Indigo Hattiesburg, MS | 222
Magnolia Mariee Natchez, MS |⎜58 Mimi’s Bridal & Formalwear Laurel, MS | 5 BRIDAL REGISTRY Belk Department Store Mississippi | BC, 137, 138, 139 Belk Mobile & Spanish Fort, AL | BC, 137, 138, 139
The Inn at Ole Miss Oxford, MSǀ| 209
CAKES Cakes by Iris Jackson, MS |ǀ116
Kaiser Realty Gulf Shores, AL | 142 & 220ǀ
Cotton Blues Catering Hattiesburg, MS |⎜210
King Edward Hotel Jackson, MS |ǀIFC
Prickly Hippie Ridgeland, MS |ǀ126
Malaga Inn Mobile, AL |ǀ146
CATERING Alabama Coastal Catering Fairhope, AL | 155
McClain Lodge Brandon, MS | 96 Renaissance Mobile Riverview Plaza Hotel Mobile, AL |⎜154 White House Hotel Biloxi, MS | ⎜190 BAR & BEVERAGE The Iron Horse Grill Jackson, MS | 46ǀ
Biaggi’s Ristorante Italiano Ridgeland, MS |ǀ20 Cotton Blues Catering Hattiesburg, MS | 210 Elements Catering & Floral Design MS, AL, LA | 11 Fresh Cut Catering & Floral Flowood, MS | 101
McClain Lodge Brandon, MS | 96
Hilton Jackson Jackson, MS |ǀ102
BEAUTY Ally Taylor Hair and Makeup Daphne, AL |⎜146
The Iron Horse Grill Jackson, MS |ǀ46
Ashley West – Makeup Artist Daphne, AL |⎜ 146 Hair by Erin Glisson Gulfport, MS | 198 Mallory Fitzgerald, MUA Ocean Springs, MS | 190 Tracy Branch Agency Florence, MS | 68 BRIDAL BOUTIQUES The Bridal House by Woo Couture Jackson, MS |ǀ56 It’s a Date & The Tuxedo Shop Starkville, MS | 52
King Edward Hotel Jackson, MS | IFC The Manship Jackson, MS | 112 McClain Catering Brandon, MS |ǀ96
FLORISTS/ EVENT DESIGNERS A Plan to Remember Biloxi, MS | 202 Elements Catering and Floral Design MS, AL, LA | 11 Fresh Cut Catering & Floral Flowood, MS | 101 Lush Home Garden Event Mobile, AL | 153 Moreton’s Flowerland Natchez, MS | 126 Noble Events Mobile, AL |ǀ6 Prickly Hippie Ridgeland, MS | 126 GROOMSWEAR Belk Department Store Mississippi | BC, 137, 138, 139 Belk Mobile & Spanish Fort, AL | BC, 137, 138, 139 It’s a Date & The Tuxedo Shop Starkville, MS | 52 Tuxedo Junction Flowood, Jackson, Ridgeland, MS | 72 Tuxes Too Jackson, MS | 76 ǀ ǀ HONEYMOON/ TRAVEL AGENCIES Leisure Cruise and Travel Brandon, MS | 20 Signature Occasions Ridgeland, MS | 50 INVITATIONS/ PROGRAMS/STATIONERY Signature Occasions Ridgeland, MS | 50 JEWELERS CUSTOM JEWELRY Belk Department Store Mississippi | BC, 137, 138, 139⎜
Table 100 Flowood, MS |ǀ7
Belk Mobile & Spanish Fort, AL | BC, 137, 138, 139 ⎜
DESTINATION WEDDINGS Kaiser Realty Gulf Shores, AL |ǀ142 & 220
MOTHER’S FASHIONS Belk Department Store Mississippi | BC, 137, 138, 139⎜
Leisure Cruise and Travel Brandon, MS |ǀ20
Belk Mobile & Spanish Fort, AL | BC, 137, 138, 139 ⎜
Signature Occasions Ridgeland, MS | 50
The Bridal House by Woo Couture Jackson, MS |ǀ56 It’s a Date & The Tuxedo Shop Starkville, MS | 52ǀ Kay’s Kreations Tupelo, MS | 56 Lace Bridal Experience Brandon, MS | 58 & 64 Low’s Bridal & Formal Brinkley, AR |ǀ 1 Magnolia Mariee Natchez, MS | 58 Mimi’s Bridal & Formalwear Laurel, MS |⎜5 PHOTO BOOTHS Mississippi PhotoBooths Benton, MS | 92 PHOTOGRAPHY/ PORTRAITS April and Paul Photography Hattiesburg, MS | 82 Blackbird Creative Ellisville, MS | 92 Jodye Sabatini Photography Jackson, MS | 82 Martha Grace Gray Photography Madison, MS | 86 REHEARSAL DINNERS/ LUNCHEONS Table 100 Flowood, MS | 7 RENTALS ABC Rental Bay St. Louis, Gulfport, & Ocean Springs, MS | 190 Gotta Go Site Service Rentals Jackson, MS |ǀ3 SPA & WELLNESS The Battle House Mobile, AL | ⎜154 Beau Rivage Biloxi, MS | IBC⎜ TUXEDOS It’s a Date & The Tuxedo Shop Starkville, MS |ǀ52 Kay’s Kreations Tupelo, MS | 56 Magnolia Mariee Natchez, MS | 58
Mimi’s Bridal & Formalwear Laurel, MS | 5 Tuxedo Junction Flowood, Jackson, Ridgeland, MS | 72 Tuxes Too Jackson, MS | 76 VENUES The Admiral Hotel Mobile, AL | 164ǀ
Craft Farms The Peninsula Golf & Racquet Club Gulf Shores, AL | 148 Diamondhead Country Club Diamondhead, MS | 198 The Dock Gulfport, MS | 188ǀ
The Barn at Bridlewood Hattiesburg, MS | 100 The Battle House Mobile, AL | 154⎜
The Ezell House Mobile, AL | 155
Beau Rivage Resort and Casino Biloxi, MS | IBC
The Faulkner Jackson, MS | 2 ǀ
Spring Lake Venue Pearl, MS | 114 ǀ
King Edward Hotel Jackson, MS | IFCǀ
The South Warehouse Jackson, MS | 101 ǀ
Malaga Inn Mobile, AL | 146
Table 100 Banquet & Event Center Flowood, MS | 7ǀ
The Manship Jackson, MS | 112
Duling Hall Jackson, MS | 46 Dunleith Historic Inn Natchez, MS | 204 ⎜
The Ivy Venue Flowood, MS | 4ǀ
McClain Lodge Brandon, MS | 96ǀ Mississippi Agriculture & Forestry Museum Jackson, MS | 105 Mississippi Realtors Center Flowood, MS | 105 ǀ
Thad Cochran Center Hattiesburg, MS | 212 ǀ Trent Lott National Center Hattiesburg, MS | 212 ǀ White House Hotel Biloxi, MS | 190 VIDEOGRAPHY Martha Grace Gray Photography Madison, MS | 86
The Gin at Rasberry Greene Soso, MS | 212ǀ
Mississippi Sports Hall of Fame and Museum Jackson, MS | 92
Biloxi Civic Center Biloxi, MS | 197
Hampton Inn & Suites – Downtown Historic District Mobile, AL | 165
Providence Hill Farm Jackson, MS | 95 ǀ
WEDDING PLANNERS A Plan to Remember Biloxi, MS | 202 ǀ
Bragg Mitchell Mansion Mobile, AL | 155
Hilton Jackson Jackson, MS | 102
The Railroad District Jackson, MS | 101 ǀ
Noble Events Mobile, AL | 6 ǀ
The Brick House Biloxi, MS | 197
History Museum of Mobile Mobile, AL | 152
Renaissance Mobile Riverview Plaza Hotel Mobile, AL | 154 ⎜
Signature Occasions Ridgeland, MS | 50 ǀ
Bridlewood of Madison Madison, MS | 100ǀ
The Inn at Ole Miss Oxford, MS | 209
The Rick House Jackson, MS | 112 ǀ
Cotton Market Rankin County, MS | 116
The Iron Horse Grill Jackson, MS | 46
Rock Creek Golf Club Fairhope, AL | 152
Biaggi’s Ristorante Italiano Ridgeland, MS | 20
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