Something New Boutique 2019: Colorado's Best Wedding Dresses by Something New: Bridal & Formalwear

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SOMET HING NE W BOU T I QU E | 2019

Editor's Letter Dear friend! Congratulations on your reent engagement! Are you ready to find the most beautiful gown you will ever wear? All the gowns you will see in our store have been carefully selected and crafted with you in mind. Every one of our dresses is constructed from the finest fabrics to flatter your figure and have you look your best on your wedding day. We have all types of styles to accommodate how unique you are. I’ve worked to put hand touches on numerous styles and designs to help you feel absolutely beautiful on your wedding day. We have been told time and time again that not only do our brides love our dresses, but even more they love the way we take care of them in our store...where the girl comes before the dress. As the owner of Something New Boutique, I want to personally invite you to schedule a visit or ocme on into our store and let us show you what it means to be a “Something New” bride. Looking forward to meeting you,

Mindi Linscombe

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CONTENTS 02

WHERE THE GIRL COMES BEFORE THE DRESS

Welcome to Something New Boutique

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2019 LOOK BOOK Divina Line at National Sand Dunes

4 REASONS YOU MIGHT CHOOSE A LESS EXPENSIE BRIDAL STORE Common bridal store myths

YOUR WEDDING PLANNING CALENDAR 12 Month planning guide to your wedding day

PARTY MEMBER GUIDES

THE ANATOMY OF A TUXEDO

Checklists for your bridal party

Men’s formal wear

SOMETHING NEW BOUTIQUE BRIDES Top 5 things,“I loved most about my wedding!”

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SOMETHING NEW BOUTIQUE

where the girl comes before

THE DRESS

Mindi Linscombe, owner of Something New Boutique in Colorado Springs, Colorado, knows what it is like to be disappointed as a bride. Her frustrating experience led her and her husband Jordan to open their store to create a better experience for brides and to ensure that another bride will never have to repeat what happened to her. She says: “When I searched for my own bridal gown for my wedding, it started off as a very disappointing experience. Many of the places I went, treated me like a number or blatantly cared more about their dresses than they did me – a real customer standing there in the store. I eventually

found my gown, but had to go to great lengths – even out of state – to find the experience for which I had hoped.” Since Something New Boutique opened in 2008, thousands of brides all across the country have flocked to the beautiful store. Brides tell us that they come not only for a beautiful, quality bridal gown in a stunning setting, but for the experience where they know: “The girl comes before the dress.” Brides come to Something New Boutique rather than somewhere else because they know they will be treated with personal attention and find exactly what they want for their big day. Recent bride, Christy says of her experience: “My experience at Something New Boutique was amazing! As soon as my mom and I walked in

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the door, they had smiling faces and were completely engaging. My consultant was wonderful and made me feel like I was the only one there. I was from out-of-state, like completely across the country, and she didn’t even flinch. When I initially tried on “my dress,” but felt I needed some time to mull it over, there was absolutely NO PRESSURE! As soon as I walked back in their doors to officially make it real, they were so excited for me. All the staff members were amazing; they worked as a team helping each other when one of them had questions. I even heard one of them say, ‘I wear my iWatch so when one of my brides has a question, they text me and I can get right back to them.’ Amazing customer service in my mind! Thank you for making this such a great experience!” As a recently

engaged bride, Colorado’s Best Wedding Dresses invites you to schedule an appointment where you can see what brides from all over are raving about: the elegant lighting, the expanded dressing room space, and a truly intimate boutique experience that has the bride’s goals in mind. This season, Something New Boutique is offering something truly unique and incredible for Colorado brides: a brand new, stunning line of gorgeous gowns that have to be seen to be believed. Designed by Mindi, the Brooklyn Grace collection was inspired by the birth proceeds from each dress sold fact that every bride is someone’s of her daughter, Brooklyn Grace from the Brooklyn Grace Collection daughter. I want the very best for Linscombe, born after three boys. will allow brides to contribute back my own daughter, and I wanted Mindi says of the Brooklyn Grace to the rescue and restoration of this collection to reflect that. Every Collection, “Over the years, I have girls, boys, women, and men who bride, every daughter, deserves to gleaned tremendous insight into are victims of human trafficking feel loved, treasured, and special what brides really want by going in some of the most vulnerable on their special day. I wanted to through the process of alterations countries around the world through share that vision through this new and sketching gowns side by the work of The Exodus Road. collection.” side with brides. I have used that Mindi says: “I am so blessed to be knowledge to create this amazing The Brooklyn collection of Grace Collection gowns that I “Throughout the last year, my team and I have pulls from would love for Mindi’s personal my own daughter been hard at work selecting designs for Brooklyn experience in to wear! This Grace. I know you’ll love it as much as we do.” being a bride, experience has working with so allowed my many wonderful team and I to put able to contribute to and be a part brides at Something New Boutique, together an incredible collection of the mission of The Exodus Road. and carefully listening to what of designs and styles we love, for We’re excited to be able to give brides of various ages and body ourselves and our own daughters.” back to such a noble organization types want for their big day. To and cause. I invite you to learn see the new line, please call She continues: “Throughout the more about what they do at www. Something New Boutique to last year, my team and I have been theexodusroad.com.” schedule an appointment at (719) hard at work selecting designs for 282-6500 or visit us online at www. Brooklyn Grace. I know you’ll love it The Brooklyn Grace Collection will somethingnewboutique.com. as much as we do. The designs are feature a wonderful balance of gorgeous and the dresses are high classic, simple looks; destination There are many amazing wedding quality; I have worked hard to put gown options; and even a daring professionals who have worked my own unique touches on each yet elegant gown with a cathedral hard to help tell the Brooklyn Grace style.” length train. Mindi says of the new story! The beautiful pictures you collection: “After my daughter was see in this magazine are the result In addition, a portion of the born, I kept thinking about the of a hand-picked team of incredible 3 | COLORADO’S BEST WEDDING DRESSES

talent. Tina Joiner Photography worked with us to create these amazing images at the Great Sand Dunes National Park. Through wind, rain, and hail, we were able to capture these amazing images! Mindi invites you to come in to see these stunning new gowns in person. She says: “I can hardly wait for you to come in to see these new looks on YOU and your friends. We look forward to getting to know you and hearing about the current chapter of your unique wedding story. Also, if you know someone engaged, please be sure to share this story with them!” Mindi and all the stylists at Something New Boutique find great satisfaction in helping brides find the perfect dress that will bring out their confidence and beauty. After meeting Mindi and seeing how she and her staff care for the brides that come into her store, it is our hope that you or a bride you know will have the chance to have the experience of being assisted in your search for the perfect wedding gown by this exceptional trendsetter in the bridal industry.

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Get ready for the experience of a lifetime by calling Something New Boutique at 719-282-6500 or by going to our website to set up a visit, shop with a purpose, and find your Something New!

“ My experience at Something New Boutique was amazing!” - Bride, Christy

The Exodus Road An organization specializing in human trafficking rescue.

ABOUT US We are a growing nonprofit that focuses on bringing strategic solutions to the counter-trafficking movement. We find and free survivors of human trafficking by providing investigative support, covert gear, and national staff to aid local authorities in rescue operations. Currently, we operate in India, S.E. Asia, Latin America, and the U.S. In addition to working with police, we employ national social workers and support various after care projects.

OUR WORK Website: theexodusroad.com Social media: @theexodusroad The Exodus Road is empowered in part by the generosity of Something New Boutique.

PREVENTION We educate communities through targeted campaigns (both online and via events) and help train national leaders.

INTERVENTION We work with local police partners and provide resources to support rescue missions and the arrests of traffickers.

AFTER CARE We employ local social workers to advocate for survivors during and following rescue missions.

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HEARTFELT WEDDING PHOTOGRAPHY for elegant and compassionate couples

ina’s work has led her all over the world and she has been published in over 100 magazines and blogs. She is a five time winner of the Gazette’s Best of The Springs for Wedding Photography as well as a recipient of The Knot’s Hall of Fame Wedding Photographer Award. She was also named a top 100 wedding photographer in the world by Shoot and Share. Let Tina Joiner Photography tell your love story.

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4 REASONS WHY YOU MAY CHOOSE A

less experienced

BRIDAL STORE “After shopping at many other stores, I went to Something New Boutique. Mindi found my “wow” dress that didn’t compare to any other!” -Bride, Alyssa

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You’re afraid you won’t be a priority with our consultants.

Given that our store is one of the largest and most highly recommended bridal salon in the state, you might think that you’ll be lost or just a number because we work with so many brides. Many brides think they can get a better selection from a large box retailer or more personalized service from a smaller, less successful boutique. The reality is that you can have both. At our store, our goal is to help you find your wedding dress from the literally hundreds of options we have in each size with the least inconvenience and hassle for you. You’ve already got so much going on in the planning for your wedding that one more “appointment” where you spin your wheels isn’t what you’re looking for. What you need is a bridal consultant that is impeccably focused on your needs and wants for your wedding dress, someone who listens, AND someone who really cares about what you’ll wear when you declare your love to the one you’ve chosen. You won’t have to compromise with amazing selection AND personalized service. There’s no need to sacrifice because, you’re dealing with one of America’s top

bridal retailers and every highly trained member of our team is focused on giving you the VIP treatment you deserve. Don’t just take our word for it. Consider what recent bride Rosilynn Willardson said about her experience at our store: “When I walked into your store, I didn’t think I’d find anything. I am very picky, and I wanted something simple, but elegant. I had been to many other stores and found things that came close, but weren’t “The Dress.” My consultant was extremely nice, and quick even though she was with another bride that day. After a few, though, I became discouraged, but my ever cheerful consultant said there was one last dress she knew I’d love. I tried it on, and as soon as I stepped in front of the mirror I knew it was “The Dress.” It was 17 | COLORADO’S BEST WEDDING DRESSES

simple, elegant, and I looked amazing in it. To make it even better, it was under budget! I am so glad I went to your store to get my perfect wedding dress! I can’t wait to wear it on my big day!”

You’ve heard from a friend that a certain store gives crazy discounts and deals to brides if you ask them.

We certainly understand the temptation to give business to a friend or to another store you may have already been to, especially if that store has offered to cut their price to give you a deal. And, to be blunt, there’s no point in wasting your time or ours attempting to negotiate prices; we don’t discount the price of our dresses. If you have already been to another store, and they’ve offered you a big discounted price, here are three cautions you’ll want to keep in mind: • First, any store that cuts prices must also cut and compromise the service and the quality of the overall experience they can provide at their store and that means less for you in the long run. • Second, any store that cuts their prices reveals a mind-set about how they sell. It suggests that they will be quickly and easily willing to reduce the other benefits you may get when you buy your dress from them. • Third, any bridal store that is discounting their prices

significantly must really need the business, and that may tell you something about how happy his or her brides really are and the small number of individuals who refer their friends and family to come to their store and buy from them. At our store, more that 71% of all brides who buy from us are the direct result of an invitation from a friend or family member to buy from us. With these things in mind, you should very thoroughly question any bridal store about their experience, how many referrals they get, and how varied the prices are between what is priced and what is actually sold. Your wedding gown isn’t just any dress. It is like the most important formal gown you will ever wear. It is a significant purchase and you don’t want to be pushed into it or settle for something simply because of an over-promising retailer who just can’t deliver on what they’re selling. Please don’t make this mistake.

You think that all bridal stores are basically the same, and do basically the same thing.

We hope after reviewing this magazine and discovering all of the differences about our store, that you’ll understand how untrue this statement really is. Certainly, all bridal stores sell wedding dresses in the same broad, general sense. But this is like saying all doctors and hospitals do basically the same things. However, there are certain hospitals with a much higher success rate with heart operations than other hospitals. There are doctors that affluent, knowledgeable patients travel great distances to see, and there are doctors who struggle to get enough patients to barely eke out a living in their home towns. We attract and have engineered our entire approach to selling wedding gowns for brides who have a profound preference for ‘the best’, for having the

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most respected, qualified and capable professionals handle every detail in preparation for their wedding. These same individuals are the ones, who if they have a medical need, they seek out the best doctor, not just any doctor. If this describes you, then you know very well that all bridal stores simply cannot be the same. So, for the most important gown you may ever wear, we invite you to seek out and choose the most experience and most successful team of bridal consultants you can.

Given these four reasons you may have been considering, we hope that you’ll schedule an appointment with one of our caring bridal consultants to help you find your dress. In helping thousands of brides over the years to find their dream dress, we’ve identified the following key factors that our best brides share: • A preference for working with the most professional experts • Willingness to listen to suggestions and to act on expert advice

It doesn’t matter which bridal consultant helps me

• Greatly values their own time

find my dress - I pretty much know what I want anyway.

• Understands that the purchase of a wedding dress is a critically important decision that should be carefully and expertly handled

Very honestly, it may be true that you know exactly what you’re looking for, or feel that you find your dress on your own without any help. Obviously, if you are certain about what you’re looking for, we want to help you find your dream dress as soon as we possibly can. However, there can be a very big difference between finding a wedding gown and finding the perfect wedding gown that will fit perfectly to your figure. Experience and a successful track record of helping literally thousands of brides to find a dress that perfectly sculpts to their figure is something you’ll really appreciate as well. Experience and a successful track record really do matter. Here’s why: You no only want to find a beautiful wedding dress for your big day, but you want it to fit you perfectly and stun all of the guests at your wedding. You want to find the perfect dress efficiently, without embroiling you in messed up details that will cause you unnecessary frustration, which will disrupt your life. You want a smooth, flawless experience. This is the kind of totally satisfying experience we pride ourselves on delivery to every bride who walks through our doors, evidenced by the literally thousands of very happy brides we have served over the past 11 years, and these thrilled brides’ own comments that you can find on our website.

• Appreciates a systematic approach to narrowing down and finding the perfect dress

• Arrives at their decision in a logical, thoughtful manner and says “yes to the dress” when the moment is right If you feel like you are ready for the best experience you’ll ever have in shopping for any article of clothing (much less your beautiful wedding dress), simply call us and schedule an appointment. We’ll be happy to answer an of your questions and help prepare you for an experience you’ll always treasure and never forget. In fact, we’re so confident that we can help you find a dress you’ll love, we’ve included a coupon that will give you a $100 gift card when you purchase your dress.

$100 GIFT CARD on your first visit Cannot be combined with any other offer or promotion. Cannot be redeemed for cash. Only valid on gowns purchased over $499 on your first visit.

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OU R BRI DE S

Top 5 things “I Loved Most About My Wedding!”

SOMETHING NEW BOUTIQUE BRIDES

“ I had the best time finding my dress at Something New Boutique” - Bride, Kelly

Seeing all my friends and family in one place. There were people that came from all over the world and country; it meant so much to my husband and I to have everyone there.

Seeing my husbands face as I walked down the aisle. His tears spoke louder than words of his love for me. It gave me a picture of how God sees me.

My close friend, Zoe, sang “Butterfly Kisses” for my Father/Daughter dance. She is exceptionally talented and I was truly blessed to have her preform for us.

I loved my dress and hair/makeup. Two of my close friends did my hair/makeup perfectly. I never felt more like a beautiful princess in my life. It was great to feel that way for such a special day.

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Watching people dance during the reception. My husband did the worm, my grandparents started dancing, and randomly, one of the little girls broke out into a solo hip hop dance in front of everyone. It was fun to see everyone’s crazy side come out.

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Photography: Danna Frost

“ Thank you Something New Boutique, I feel truly blessed!” - Bride, Stacy

Anticipation the moment I would see my groom and he would see me!

Having my two precious boys walk me down the aisle was truly emotional! Being a single mom, these years have not been the easiest but having them both by my side was an amazing gift! We were all entering this new journey together!

3 Photography: Devin Richer (Sun Chaser Studios)

My beautiful dress from “Something New Boutique.” This dress was exactly the style I was looking for to fit the theme of our wedding. Every detail from the lace to the color was perfect!

The Venue, “Botanical Gardens at Chatfield Farms in Littleton Colorado” was truly breath taking! The barn and silo gave it that perfect ‘country chic’ feel.

The support of our family and friends. They did so much to help pull everything together! My favorite moment about our wedding was having our family and friends there. Showing their love and support meant the world to my husband and I! We had so much support and help with our big day. Without them we would not have been able to pull off this beautiful and memorable day! 23 | COLORADO’S BEST WEDDING DRESSES

OUR BRIDES

“My married friends used to tell me “your wedding day will be the best day of your life.” I have had so many good days with my partner, and with all the stress and wedding pressures I never thought it would be our best day. But it actually did! It was the most beautiful day I could ever have, surrounded by the people we loved, having the most fun we could ever have.” - Bride, Ava

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Photography: Ehsan Majd Wedding Photographer

My dress! My dream dress! Wearing it made me feel like a princess for one night. Absolutely loved my dress. The beautiful lace and tulle, the sparkling beaded lace, the unique color and the way it perfectly fitted my body made me the happiest bride.

The location was incredibly beautiful, well designed with my favorite flowers, a piece of heaven on earth.

Having all the people we loved in one place. Some had flown from another continent just to be with us on our special day, which meant the world to us. Felt so blessed to have all these beautiful souls around us.

Our photography team. Professionally captured all the love and joy between us in a very fun atmosphere.

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The fact that I was marrying that incredible man, my best friend and my soulmate. Like the world was ours and nothing could ever stop us from being in love and happy.

“There are quite a few weddings out there that you take a look at and say WOW. Look at that planning, their color scheme, the wedding dress the bride wore, or even the location of the wedding. I can take a look back on my wedding and say that it was magical in every way but five things stood out the most.” - Bride, Cassandra

The location. We got married in front of the majestic mountains of Rocky Mountain National park. How could any building beat the beauty of Colorado?

Photographer, Taylor Powers. She worked with us every step of the way and our day wouldn’t have been the same without her.

The elegance of our wedding. My husband and I are not the flashy type so we decided an elopement to the mountains with just our family would be what we wanted. And let me tell you I would not change it for the world. Quiet, peaceful, serene it fit every aspect of our relationship. Photography: Taylor Powers Photos

My wedding dress. I had no idea what kind of dress would fit me and my personality but my wedding dress everything just clicked. As soon as I tried it on I cried. I imagined my husband’s face when he saw me for the first time and the day of our wedding his face was exactly how I imagined it would be.

Choosing an elopement over a large wedding. My husband and I spend a lot of time adventuring around Colorado. We always found that in those little moments in the quiet of nature was pure happiness. Deciding to elope wasn’t a hard decision, we wanted something small, stress free, and something that would represent us and our relationship. And the elopement was the perfect fit. Overall our wedding was the best representation of my husband and I. 25 | COLORADO’S BEST WEDDING DRESSES

WEDDING

planning

CALENDAR

Congratulations on your recent engagement! As you’re enjoying the glow and excitement of your new commitment to each other, here is a wedding planning calendar to help you plan your perfect wedding.

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Months Out Announce the engagement to friends and family. Purchase your wedding gown and apparel accessories. Choose a wedding date. Choose and book your reception location. Select the caterer and choose a wedding cake. Choose a florist and start planning your wedding flowers. Book the musical entertainment and master of ceremonies. Find a photographer and videographer. Write your guest list. Make a bridal registry. Decide on bridesmaids. Choose the remainder of the wedding party. Start Shopping for your wedding dress and bridesmaids dresses. Begin thinking about your preferred honeymoon location.

Months Out Finalize your guest list. Choose your invitations. Mail invitations. Purchase the bridesmaids dresses. Purchase or arrange for rental of groom and groomsmen tuxedos. Reserve rental equipment, such as tables, linens, chairs and tents. Plan and book your honeymoon destination. Plan the rehearsal dinner. Arrange transportation to and from the wedding and reception. 27 | COLORADOâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S BEST WEDDING DRESSES

Months Out Obtain the marriage license and request certified copies. If you are changing your name, prepare the necessary documents. Purchase the wedding rings. Have the mothers of the bride and groom choose their dresses. Confirm all catering, floral, and travel details. Create your wedding programs. Schedule the bridesmaids lunch. Plan and invite everyone to the rehearsal dinner.

“I am so thankful I went to Something New Boutique! It was the best experience I had!” - April Biernat

Month Out Plan makeup and hairstyling, book professional stylists if desired. Do a hair and makeup run through with your headpiece. Buy a guest book. Send wedding announcement to local newspapers, if desired. The bride should buy a gift for the groom. The groom should buy a gift for the bride. Purchase wedding accessories like favors and place cards. Finalize all music with the DJ or entertainment provider.

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Weeks Out Finalize all details with the caterer and give an updated guest count. Confirm all plans with your florist. Finalize tickets and travel arrangements for your honeymoon.

Week Out Pick up your wedding gown. Confirm honeymoon arrangements and pack for your honeymoon. Give the wedding party their gifts. Hold the rehearsal dinner. Attend bachelor/bachelorette party.

Day Out

WEDDING DAY

Relax with family and friends. Get wedding manicure and pedicure. Retire early.

Stay calm! Enjoy a healthy breakfast Visit makeup artist and hairdresser. Get dressed for your wedding. Savor every wonderful moment of your special day! 29 | COLORADOâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S BEST WEDDING DRESSES

1. Fabric

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Our dresses are made from the finest fabrics available, including Italian matte satin, silks, chiffon, taffeta, and organza to adorn you on your wedding day.

2. Inner lining and construction The more boning and inner construction, the higher the price of a gown. The price of alterations also goes down as well since the dresses fit so much better.

3. Ornamentation Some of our wedding gowns have over 10,000 individually sewn beads on a dress that can take on highly skilled seamstress 38 days just to sew work, appliqués, and stunning patterns that will cause you, your fiancé and your guests to gasp in amazement when they see you.

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4. The skill of the

Seamstress constructing your gown Every single gown at our store is hand sketched and designed with the most luxurious and exquisite fabrics available and are hand sewn by the most talented artisans on the planet. Every gown at our store is hand selected by members of our staff to be the perfect gown for each of our wonderful brides! Many of our highly coveted and stunning gowns will not be seen at any other bridal salon in our area.

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$1,685

S. .O. . U . .T ..H . . .E . .R . .N .. CHARM

Sweet Southern Blooms

ith so many wonderful wedding blogs, magazines and of course Pinterest, how do you pick the flowers that are right for you and your special day? I’m a firm believer that flowers are a reflection of who we are. Some are sweet smelling, some are plain looking, some are colorful striking and some are very delicate. Every flower has something that either reminds us of grandma’s perfume, something our mom grew in her garden or the flowers that your groom to be gave you when he proposed. These are the flowers

we love to incorporate into your special day. They are an old memory creating a new memory, and this is what we LOVE to design with our brides more than anything, it’s the start of a new family tradition.

719.360.1711

cheri@uniquesoutherncharm.com www.sweet-southerncharm.com Photo: Carrie King Photographer

Let me capture your

Love Story

PARENTS of the

BRIDE CHECKLIST

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MOTHER

FATHER

BRIDE

I want my mother to (check all that apply):

I want my father to (check all that apply):

PRE-WEDDING

of the

Help couple decide on sites and/or make other big planning decisions Contribute to wedding budget Help bride put together family’s guest list Offer suggestions for special family or ethnic ceremony traditions Help bride shop for her wedding gown Choose own wedding outfit (may consult with mother of the groom about formality) Along with maid of honor and bridesmaids, plan and host a shower

Along with his wife, host engagement party Contribute to the wedding budget Help couple decide on sites and/or make other big planning decisions Help choose hotel for out-of-town guests and reserve a block of reduced-rate rooms, create maps to be included with invitation, or anything else the couple asks for help with Rent his own formal wear (ask couple if he’s to coordinate with wedding party) Help pick up out-of-town guests from the airport; may also arrange transportation to and from the wedding (vans, bus, and so on) Travel to ceremony with his daughter

On wedding day, help bride get ready Travel to ceremony with her daughter and the father of the bride AT WEDDING

AT WEDDING Be escorted by an usher (sometimes her son or husband) to her seat directly before the ceremony begins, if it’s a Christian ceremony; in a Jewish ceremony walk in procession with her husband and daughter and stand underneath huppah; in a Mormon temple wedding, be seated next to the bride

Escort his wife to her seat directly before ceremony begins; walk his daughter down the aisle as part of ceremony; in Jewish wedding, walk with his wife and daughter and stand under huppah; in Mormon marriage or sealing ceremony be one of the witnesses Walk in recessional with his wife in a Jewish wedding; escort mother of the bride out after wedding ceremony

AT RECEPTION AT RECEPTION

Greet guests in receiving line

Be announced with his wife

Be announced with her husband

Make a welcoming speech

Sit in an honored place at parent’s table and next to bride in receiving line

Sit in an honored place at parents’ table

Help coordinate vendors

Toast the newlyweds after best man makes his speech and groom responds

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PLA NNING

Host an engagement party (bride’s family traditionally gets the first opportunity)

of the

PARENTS of the

GROOM CHECKLIST

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MOTHER

FATHER

GROOM

I want my mother to (check all that apply):

I want my father to (check all that apply):

of the

PRE-WEDDING

Contact mother of the bride if the families are not acquainted

Attend (first) engagement party if the bride’s family hosts one

Attend (first) engagement party if the bride’s family hosts one Along with his wife, host an additional engagement party for groom’s side of the family

Along with her husband, may host an additional engagement party

Along with his wife, contribute to the wedding budget

Contribute to wedding budget

Help couple decide on sites and/or make other big planning decisions

Help couple decide on sites and/or make other big planning decisions Help groom put together guest list Offer suggestions for special family or ethnic ceremony traditions If close to the bride, help shop for her wedding gown

Rent his own formal wear (ask couple if he’s to coordinate with wedding party); attend fittings as needed Along with his wife, plan rehearsal dinner On wedding day, travel to ceremony with the groom and best man

Choose own wedding outfit (may consult with mother of the bride about formality) Along with maid of honor and bridesmaids, plan and host a shower Along with her husband, plan and host the rehearsal dinner

AT WEDDING May escort his wife to her seat right before mother of the bride is seated and before ceremony begins; if it’s a Jewish wedding, walk down the aisle with his wife and son and stand under huppah; in Mormon marriage or sealing ceremony be one of the witnesses

Walk in recessional with his wife in a Jewish wedding; escort his wife out after wedding party and bride’s parents

AT RECEPTION Greet guests in receiving line

AT RECEPTION

Be announced with his wife Greet guests in receiving line

Make a welcoming speech

Be announced with her husband

Sit in an honored place at parents’ table

Sit in an honored place at parent’s table and next to bride in receiving line

Toast the newlyweds

Help coordinate vendors

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BRIDAL PARTY CHECKLIST

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GROOMSMEN

I want my bridesmaids to (check all that apply):

I want my groomsmen to (check all that apply):

PRE-WEDDING

Help shop for dress

Help choose formal wear

Go on at least one bridesmaid dress shopping trip (except for out of town maids)

Go for fittings and alterations as needed

Attend coupleâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s shower Help plan and attend bachelor party

Help with wedding planning errands Help plan shower and/or bachelorette party

AT WEDDING If also serving as an usher, stand at door ready to escort guests to their seats

AT WEDDING Walk single file in the procession along with other bridesmaids

Stand with groom, best man, and other groomsmen at the altar or stage as ceremony is about to begin

Stand in line in front of altar or stage, or sit with other bridesmaids

Stand in line or sit with other groomsmen during ceremony

Walk in recessional paired with a groomsmen

Walk in recessional paired with a bridesmaid

AT RECEPTION

Be announced at reception

Sit at head table

Sit at head table Take part in first dance

FLOWER GIRL(s)

RING BEARER

I want my flower girl(s) to (check all that apply):

I want my ring bearer to (check all that apply):

Attend shower with mother

Walk in processional directly before the bride (possibly with the ring bearer) carrying a bouquet, wearing a floral head wreath, and/or scattering flower petals from a basket

Walk in processional directly before the bride (possibly with flower girl) carrying a ring pillow with the wedding bands (most couples entrust the real ones to the best man)

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BRIDESMAIDS

HONOR ATTENDANTS CHECKLIST

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MAID of

HONOR I want my maid of honor to (check all that apply):

I want my best man to (check all that apply):

PRE-WEDDING

Help bride shop for gown

Help groom shop for formal wear

Help bride shop for bridesmaid dresses

Coordinate tux fittings and payments

Spread word about couple’s registry

Plan the couple’s shower and/or bachelor party

Coordinate bridesmaids’ dress orders, payment, and fittings

Spread word about couple’s registry

Plan shower and/or bachelorette party Offer assistance with planning tasks

Offer assistance with planning tasks Arrange groomsmen’s travel and lodging Organize groomsmen on wedding day

Create a wedding-day emergency kit Organize bridesmaids on wedding day

AT WEDDING AT WEDDING Walk down the aisle directly before the bride (if no flower girl)

Stand at front with groom and other groomsmen as procession begins (or walk in, in a Jewish ceremony) or sit with groom’s family in temple ceremony Carry bride’s (or both) wedding ring(s) (if requested)

Adjust bride’s train at altar

Walk in recessional with bride’s honor attendant

Hold bride’s bouquet during the vows

Sign marriage license as a witness (if requested)

Carry groom’s wedding ring (if no ring bearer) Walk in recessional with best man Organize programs, tossing petals, and so on AT RECEPTION

Sign marriage license as witness (if requested)

Stand in receiving line Sit at head table next to bride Serve as toastmaster, making first toast to couple AT RECEPTION

Dance with maid of honor during first dance (if wedding party is involved)

Stand in receiving line

Help ‘host’ party (make introductions, get people dancing, etc.)

Help bride bustle her gown Sit at head table next to groom Make toast to the couple

Help direct vendors - caterer, photographer, band - as needed

Help ‘host’ party (make introductions, get people dancing, etc.)

Help groom give out final payments and tips to vendors

Dance with best man during first dance (if wedding party is involved)

Collect gifts and gift checks brought to the reception

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Tuxedo THE ANATOMY OF A

Style. Color. Formality Will your day be formal, informal, colorful, classic, trendy, or modern? The style of your wedding will play an important role in what you choose for your men’s formal wear. FIT SHIRTS

Choosing the right fit for the right body type is so important. Most men nowadays opt for the slim-fit tuxedo for a more modern and tailored look. The Traditional fit is more boxy, and then the Ultra Slim fit is the most trendy.

Shirts provide another opportunity to add character to your wedding day attire. The basic color for shirts are while and ivory, which should be based off the brides wedding dress. Microfiber material is the latest most popular material today providing a very smooth texture and feel and often many color options. The sleeve should be a little longer than your jacket to allow a little sliver of the shirt and cuff links to show.

THE JACKET The Jacket a very important piece to your tuxedo look. The build of the groom and wedding party should be one major factor on which you base your decision.

TIES

LAPEL

Ties come in many different styles, patterns, and colors. Bow ties are typically more classic and formal and are often a solid color. The Windsor tie has become increasingly popular in recent years. Typically, the groom’s tie will match the color of the bridal gown, while the groomsmen’s will match the bridesmaids’ dresses.

POCKET SQUARES Pocket Squares are a great way to add a splash of color to your tux jacket. Many people match the pocket square with the tie they have chosen.

CUFF LINKS & STUDS Cuff links and Studs give your shirt a very polished look. The style of your wedding should be kept in mind when picking out all accessories.

SOCKS Wear long dress socks to avoid showing any skin when you sit. A lot of men these days choose the socks to express their unique style and personality with different patterns and colors.

ACCESSORIES Accessories put the finishing touches on your whole wedding day look. You may choose to have the men in your wedding wear neither a vest nore cummerbund if you are going for a more casual look.

THE TROUSERS

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Peak lapel is most common and traditional. While the Notch Lapel is most popular, most rentals have this. The Shawl Lapel is very traditional but not the best choice for rounder bodies.

The trousers for the tuxedo jacket will be determined somewhat by the jacket you’ve selected. In general, the same style and color trousers should be worn throughout the men in the wedding party.

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t Something New Boutique, we specialize in working with all kinds of brides and non-traditional looks. We are in the business of celebration and not just celebrating life events but also celebrating people’s

unique styles and expression! If you ever come into our store, you will get the pleasure of meeting our wonderful stylists and you will realize what we mean by “Where the girl comes before the dress.” We are not just here to help, but we spend very intentional time getting to know each and every person who walks

in our doors so we can better love and celebrate them. It’s not a big secret how we do our jobs well; we love on people. We believe that each person who comes in is special and unique, that each person has a story and we are intentional in listening and value true human connection. Wedding dress shopping is big and emotional purchase and it always helps having a good friend along for the ride, that is who we want to be for our brides. We love when brides come in and are looking for a totally unique wedding dress because we know that we will have what they are looking for because we carry hundreds of different wedding dress styles, silhouettes, and colors! We don’t just cater to unique brides, we celebrate and value them. We have numerous options of dresses in so many colors - all available for either in stock purchase or special ordering. Here at Something New Boutique, we are challenging women to embrace their unique selves and be bold to express it. To quote the late Oscar Wilde, “Be you, everyone else is taken.” -

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