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The Gem Collection
The Joy of FOREVER
The rst step in forever is the beautiful circle that symbolizes everlasting love — the ring. This symbol of commitment will be a constant throughout your life. Therefore, it’s important to select a ring that is high quality and re ective of your partner. Whether you are looking for an engagement ring, a wedding band or an anniversary gift, here are some trends that are bold and stylish yet classic and well crafted enough to last for your forever together.
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1. COAST SEMI-MOUNT
RING 14kw ring with a 1.00 carat round CZ center. Accented with two rows of 0.70 carat total diamond weight. $2,490
2. GENTLEMAN’S DIAMOND BAND 14kw
channel set band with 0.50 carat total diamond weight and milgrain edge detail. $1,590
3. STACKING BANDS
(from left to right) 14kw 0.12 carat melee total diamond weight milgrain edge band $590; 14kw 0.26 carat melee blue sapphire and 0.09 carat melee total diamond weight band $1,550; 14kw 0.20 carat melee total diamond weight infinity twist coast band $750; 18kw 0.24 carat melee pink sapphire and 0.16 carat melee total diamond weight band. $1,850 4. BRIDAL SET 14kw
engagement ring and contoured band with 1.15 carat total diamond weight, featuring a 0.60 carat melee H-I SI round diamond center. $3,990
5. CENTER OF MY UNIVERSE RING
18kw 0.95 carat total diamond weight, 3-Stone Halo Forevermark ring featuring a stunning 0.40 carat H SI2 round center diamond. $4,550
6. ANNIVERSARY RING
14kw anniversary ring with 5 round diamonds nestled in a round halo of diamonds. 1.50 carat total diamond weight, G-H VS2-SI1. $4,950 7. OVAL HALO RING
Platinum Forevermark ring with a 0.70 carat E SI1 oval diamond center. Surrounded by 0.38 carat melee. $5,400
The Gem Collection (850) 893-4171 // GemCollection.com // 3501 Thomasville Road, Tallahassee, FL 32309
VENUE
RENTAL SERVICES
RESORT & VENUE
BEAUTY & SPA
PEBBLE HILL
Amid the allure of magnolias and lovely longleaf pines blooms the stately architectural beauty of Pebble Hill, providing a grand and breathtaking backdrop for your wedding. Pebble Hill offers four unique venue options, and you are sure to have a timeless and romantic wedding that is uniquely yours in our setting.
(229) 227-5387 PebbleHill.com 1251 U.S. Highway 319 S. Thomasville, GA 31792
WEDDINGS2U
Weddings2u is an elegant yet inexpensive way to execute a first-class wedding at your special place. Wedding trailers are delivered to your specific time and location so your day is your way. Wedding trailers are fully stocked with your choice of styles of arch, chairs, decorations and the finest handmade greenery and florals. Wedding packages come with an easy setup guide. Self service wedding packages from $499.
(850) 896-6867 Weddings2u.com
HILTON SANDESTIN BEACH GOLF RESORT & SPA
Kissed by the warm, salty breezes of the Gulf, Hilton Sandestin Beach is the perfect choice for the couple in search of a timeless beach ceremony and an overall experience highlighted by unprecedented customer service on the beautiful Emerald Coast. Wedding guests will adore this spot for its understated glamour and gorgeous amenities. This resort can deliver it all, from pre-wedding rituals to post-nuptial relaxation. For the moment when you say, “I do” there is only one Hilton Sandestin Beach.
(888) 519-0048 HiltonSandestinBeach.com 4000 Sandestin Blvd. S. Miramar Beach, FL 32550
SERENITY BY THE SEA SPA
Be sure to include a visit to Serenity by the sea Spa when planning your wedding weekend activities. The full-service spa at Hilton Sandestin Beach is the perfect place to relax away those pre-wedding jitters with a menu of massage, facial and body treatments. The entire wedding party may enjoy a spa-style bridesmaid’s luncheon in the lounge while indulging together in hair services, manicures and pedicures in the spa’s adjoining salons.
(888) 519-0426 SerenitybytheseaSpa.com 4000 Sandestin Blvd. S. Miramar Beach, FL 32550
STATIONERY & REGISTRY
HOTEL ACCOMMODATIONS
MY FAVORITE THINGS
Your engagement has been announced and your save the dates are in the mail, now is the time to complete your wedding registry. Your guests want to celebrate your wedding by giving you the perfect gift. Your registry should be fi lled with special items that refl ect your most special day and the lifestyle to follow. As Tallahassee’s oldest bridal registry store, our trained consultants can assist you in choosing memorable gifts that you will enjoy for years to come. Stop by or visit us online at Shopmft.com.
(850) 681-2824 ShopMFT.com 1410 Market St., C3 Tallahassee, FL 32312
HOTEL INDIGO TALLAHASSEE COLLEGETOWN
Located just steps from FSU, in the heart of CollegeTown, Hotel Indigo off ers you and your guests a unique, upscale hotel experience. From our Presidential Suites on the seventh-fl oor to our King Jr. Suites overlooking Doak Campbell Stadium, our spacious guest rooms will keep you beyond comfortable. No need to go out with the R&R Eatery & Bar on the fi rst level of the hotel. The seventh-fl oor patio and banquet space provide all of your reception needs.
(850) 210-0008 HotelIndigo.com/TallahasseeFL 826 W. Gaines St. Tallahassee, FL 32304
CARRIAGE GATE CENTER • 3425 THOMASVILLE ROAD SUITE 7, TALLAHASSEE • (850) 894-3835 FUELASALON.COM
honeymoon destinations
Seagar’s Prime Steaks & Seafood
A Hilton Sandestin Honeymoon
The emerald waves called, we answered
By Rebecca Padgett Frett
With the stress of a 2020 wedding in the rearview, I sat beside my husband in a lounge chair overlooking emerald waters with a tropical cocktail in my now diamond-banded hand. Originally, we were supposed to be on safari in South Africa. Once it is safe, we intend to go, but reflecting back, an Emerald Coast honeymoon was exactly what we needed.
After a hectic year, we came to the realization that we wanted to be pampered and at ease. We wanted a location that was equal parts activities and relaxation, luxury and laid-back. The Hilton Sandestin Beach Golf Resort & Spa provided that and more.
The first order of business was witnessing our view, which was scenic, serene and seemingly stretched for miles. We partook in a celebratory glass of champagne before we were summoned by the siren song of the gently lapping waves.
A quick call ahead, and our chairs, umbrella and towels awaited us beachside for all-day use. Beachside amenities also include kayaks, paddleboards, volleyball and a beach bonfire set up — optimal romance on a chilly Northwest Florida night. Being a private beach whose sand is stunningly white and pristine, we didn’t have to worry about overcrowding or noise, just peace.
We spent time alternating between the outdoor pool, indoor pool and hot tub. Unless it’s winter, you don’t have to go indoors to dine or drink; Barefoot’s Beachside Bar and Grill is right on the main deck. Nothing hits the spot in the middle of a sun-filled day like a grouper sandwich and a sunburnt margarita.
One of the aspects we anticipated most was the hotel’s award-winning Serenity by the sea Spa. We arrived an hour early to our couple’s massage, where we donned fluffy robes in the separate women’s and men’s spas.
I entered into the tranquility of the cascading waterfall that filled the warm whirlpool, where I soaked before proceeding to the sauna and steam room. I lounged in a massage chair in a darkened room, somehow finding yet another glass of champagne in hand before meeting my husband in the massage room.
The Aromasea couple’s massage was 50 minutes of intense relaxation as the room filled with the scents of lavender and eucalyptus. The massage therapist applied the perfect amount of pressure to my post-wedding stressed body, and we left hazy with bliss.
When I travel, one of the aspects I most enjoy is the food. At Sandcastles, you cannot go wrong with any options for breakfast, lunch or dinner. I had the Gulf Coast flatbread twice: blackened
PHOTOS COURTESY OF HILTON SANDESTIN BEACH GOLF RESORT & SPA AND ZAN FRETT (COUPLE) shrimp seasoned in Old Bay vinaigrette and asiago cream sauce, goat cheese and pesto. Yes, it was that good. As a sushi lover, my beloved rolls at Hadashi are the Sandestin Sunset and The Lady Bug, all packed and rolled with the freshest ingredients.
The meal that tops the all-time list for both me and my husband took place at the crown jewel of the Hilton Sandestin, Seagar’s Prime Steaks & Seafood. Upon entering, we were treated as if we were the only patrons present. The attention to detail and customer care was exemplary — every question was answered, every glass promptly filled and every pairing flawless.
We began with the burrata — creamy and balanced by the salt of the prosciutto. I cannot pass up Gulf Coast oysters on any menu, especially when complemented by chilled Brut. My husband dined on a divinely cooked and seasoned 12-ounce center-cut filet mignon that he still mentions on a weekly basis. The sauteed Gulf grouper sliced like butter and exuded flavors I’d never before experienced in seafood.
Sometimes as a couple, all we need is to disconnect from everything except each other. Our honeymoon allowed that to happen. When I reflect on our honeymoon, I will recall all of the beautiful gifts — the nights spent falling asleep to the sound of the ocean, the effortless days spent sun soaked, the wonderful meals we shared and the beach chair conversations at sunset. ▪
HILTON SANDESTIN BEACH GOLF RESORT & SPA has all of the capabilities to host the perfect Emerald Coast wedding. The property offers over 40,000 square feet of indoor space and over 20,000 square feet of outdoor deck. There are three customizable package options that include catering, planning, audio/ visual services, photography, decor, cakes, hotel accommodations and more.
OFFERING STUNNING VENUE OPTIONS FOR EVENTS OF ALL SIZES
Weekend Brunch • Lunch • Dinner • Full Bar • Beer Garden Events • Catering • Corporate Meetings Florida Inspired Cuisine
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