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Cover Feature: Emily + Colton ......................... 9 The Ultimate Way to Search Wedding Venues & Plan Your Wedding........................... 14 Holly + Will....................................................................... 17 Important Questions to Ask Your
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Wedding Venue.......................................................... 20 Whitney + Tyler............................................................ 21 Emily + Wade................................................................. 24 Derek + Shelby............................................................. 29
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Virginia + Corey............................................................ 33 Madison + Travis.......................................................... 37 Sara + Wes....................................................................... 41 Emily + Kelly................................................................... 45
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Nick Thiele FEATURED VENUE Borglum Studio FEATURED PHOTOGRAPHER Monica Roberts Photography CONTRIBUTING
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PHOTOGRAPHERS Bend the Light Photography Elisabeth Carol Photography Mark Thomas Photography Monica Roberts Photography Ragan Patterson Photography Stephanie Hanson Photography Sun Gold Photography
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Emily & Colton
at Borglum Studio, Brackenridge Park Golf Course Photographer: Monica Roberts Photography Premier Weddings of San Antonio - Summer 2017
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Style Guide Photographer: Monica Roberts Photography Ceremony Venue: Mission San Francisco de la Espada Reception Venue: Borglum Studio, Brackenridge Golf Course Wedding Coordinator: Country Sugar Events Florist: HEB Blooms Caterer: Fresh Horizons Reception/Cocktail Hour Music: 5150 Productions Cheese Display: Antonelli’s Cheese Shop Bartenders: Cocktails Bartending Service Transportation: Shark Limo Hair/Makeup: Vanity Eiland Wedding Cakes: Bakery Lorraine & Cake Art SA Ceremony Music: Curtis Richards Accommodations: Arbor House Inn & Suites
THE ULTIMATE WAY
to Search Wedding Venues & Plan Your Wedding!!
Planning a wedding is no small task. It can be very stressful and we know your time is precious. The first and most important step is to choose a venue and Premier Weddings has completely revolutionized the way you can tour local venues. Say goodbye to driving countless miles and spending your weekends touring venues and visiting open houses, only to find the best weekends have already booked. With our tours, you can
virtually tour the venues from the comfort of your home. Narrow down your choices so you only visit your favorites in person. Our tours are a helpful tool not only for booking your venue but also for planning the rest of the details.
Choosing Your Venue Once you say “Yes!� and start sporting your new bling the clock starts ticking on booking your venue. The best venues book up quickly - sometimes up to a
year in advance! If you want to land your dream venue on your favorite date, it’s critical to do your research quickly and book your venue as soon as possible. Another reason you need to book your venue ASAP is because so many of your other wedding decisions hinge on your venue. Your theme, guest count, vendors, and budget are just a few of the decisions that are influenced by your venue. Our virtual venue tours will give you a 360 degree view of the venue and details about its accommodations. You can view each room or area from floor to ceiling, click information icons to
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learn important details, navigate the floor plan of the venue, view image and video galleries, and so much more!
Planning Your Wedding You will love the freedom our venue tours give you to “pop in” and see the venue anytime. Family and friends that live thousands of miles away will be able to envision your plans and give meaningful feedback as if they were right there with you. You can also use the tours at meetings with your wedding vendors to collaborate on specific layouts and placements of every detail of your wedding as if you were at the venue!
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Holly + Will Photographer: Monica Roberts Photography
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Style Guide Reception Venue: Sunset Station Ceremony Venue: Alamo Heights Methodist Wedding Planner: Country Sugar Events Florist: HEB Blooms Officiant: Pastor John Caterer: Rosemary’s Catering Photo Booth: Pixster Transportation: Elegant Ride Hair/Makeup: Vanity Eiland DJ: Platinum DJ Videographer: Vellora Productions Wedding Cake: Delice Cupcakes: Cakes by Cathy Young
Important Questions to Ask Your Wedding Venue
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Scheduling and Accommodations
Vendors and Setup
Is my wedding date available?
Must I use in-house caterers, or choose from a
How many other weddings are scheduled that day?
preferred vendor list?
How many people can the venue accommodate?
If I hire my own caterer, are kitchen facilities
How long will I have use of the event space(s)
available for them?
I reserve? Is there an overtime fee if I stay longer?
Can I bring in a cake from an outside cake maker
Can I hold my ceremony here, too?
or must I use a cake made on the premises? Is there
If so, is there an additional charge?
a cake-cutting fee? If I use a cake made on site is
Is there a bride’s changing area?
the fee waived? Do you provide special
How much time is allocated for the rehearsal?
cake-cutting utensils?
Is there room for a band and/or dancing?
When can my vendors arrive for setup
Are there adequate bathroom facilities?
Are there any decoration limitations?
Is there a coat check?
Are candles permitted?
Is the site handicap accessible?
Are tables, linens, chairs, plates, silverware and
Is there parking on site? If so, is it
glassware provided? If so, is there an additional
complimentary? Do you offer valet parking?
charge?
Money Matters
Can I move things around and decorate to suit my
purposes, or do I have to leave everything as is?
Does the venue own sound equipment,
or do I need to rent my own?
What is the venue fee and what is
included in that price?
Is there a discount for booking an off-season
date or Sunday through Friday?
Food and Beverage
How much is the deposit, when is it due,
Are you licensed to provide alcohol service?
and is it refundable?
If so, is alcohol priced per person?
What’s the cancellation policy?
By consumption? Are there additional
What’s the payment plan for the entire bill?
charges for bar staff?
What is the food & beverage cost on a per-person
basis? What is the tax and service charge?
Can I bring my own wine, beer or champagne,
and is there a corkage fee if I do?
Can I bring in other alcohol?
At the Ceremony Venue Officiant
Groomsmen seating guests
Registry attendants & greeters
General Questions
Is there a backup plan for rain or
inclement weather?
Who is responsible for setting up and tearing
down the decor, and when will it be completed?
Does the venue have liability insurance?
Will there be security guards on site, or do I need to
make my own arrangements?
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Whitney + Tyler Photographer: Ragan Patterson Photography Venue: Ingenhuett on High Coordinator: Country Sugar Events Caterer/Bartender: Spice of Life Florist: HEB Bloom Reception Music: Look No Further
Officiant: Maxfield Raymond Cake: Sophie’s Bakery, Inc. Hair/Makeup: Scott & Co. Rentals: Marquee Events Accommodations: Camp Comfort Premier Weddings of San Antonio - Summer 2017
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Emily + Wade Photographer: Stephanie Hanson Photography Venue: Camp Lucy Caterer/Bartender: Whim Catering Wedding Planner: Country Sugar Events Rentals: Whim Event Rentals Officiant: Doug Roberts 24 Premier Weddings of San Antonio - Summer 2017
Cake: Coco Paloma Desserts Flowers: HEB Bloom DJ: Greenbelt DJ Videographer: Motion East Hair/Makeup: Letty Valero Live Painters: Jamie Lewis Artistry
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Derek + Shelby Photographer: Bend the Light Photography
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Style Guide Reception Venue: Sisterdale Dancehall & Opera House Hair: Blue Moon Salon Makeup: The Makeup Maven and Company Bride’s Dress: Molly’s Bridal Bridesmaids Dresses: Lulu’s Bridal Groom/Groomsmen Attire: Jos. A Bank Band: Gunpowder Soup Cake: Sophie’s Bakery, Inc. Florist: HEB Blooms Boerne
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Virginia + Corey Photographer: Sun Gold Photography
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Style Guide Ceremony Venue: La Vernia St Anns Catholic Church Reception Venue: La Vernia Chamber of Commerce Photographer: Sun Gold Photography DJ: DJ Lil B Entertainment Catering: Snogas Bar-B-Cue Food To Go Dress: Alfred Angelo Bridal Tuxedo: Men’s Warehouse
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Madison + Travis Photographer: Elisabeth Carol Photography
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Style Guide Venue: The Spire Photographer: Elisabeth Carol Photography Officiant: Jim Davis Florist: Fresh Urban Flowers Cocktail/Reception Music: Digital Musical Productions Caterer/Bartender: Rosemary’s Videographer: Ragan Patterson Transportation: ETI Transportation Cake: Cakes by Cathy Young Rentals: Illusions and Revive Hair & Makeup: Knot and Veil Accommodations: St. Anthony Hotel
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Sara + Wes Photographer: Mark Thomas Photography
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Style Guide Venue: Kendall Creek at the Don Strange Ranch Photography/Videographer: Mark Thomas Photography Catering: Don Strange DJ: 5150 Productions Quartet: Monte Vista Strings Hair: Heights the Salon & Spa Makeup: Makeup Maven Johanna Woodfin Cake: Cakes by Cathy Young Flowers: Blume Haus Events Wedding Coordinator: Amanda Blissit, Blume Haus Events
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Emily + Kelly Photographer: Sun Gold Photography
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Style Guide Venue: The SPRINGS Photographer: Sun Gold Photography Hair + Makeup: The Artisty Company Wedding Cake: 2Tarts Bakery Caterer: Valle Catering Grooms Attire: Rex Formal Wear Bridal Shop: Mayfair Bridal Bar Services: Margarita Madness Ceremony Musician: Tommy Highsmith DJ: Lone Star DJ Videographer: Jim Rough