Green Mountain Weddings 2023-24

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Green Mountain

WEDDINGS 2023|2024 FREE

REAL WEDDINGS Featured 2022 & 2023 Vermont weddings

SPOTLIGHT

Stowe Mountain Chapel

arbor day

link to the past, present

honeymoon destinations Iceland to the Maldives

NOW TRENDING ‘80s renaissance

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Love has nothing to do with what you are expecting to get—only what you are expecting to give—which is everything.

— Katharine Hepburn

WE HOPE WE CAN BRING some insight and inspiration to plans for your wedding day— or should we say “wedding days.”

A full weekend affair seems to be proper protocol (page 20). In this issue we also highlight arbors (page 34), which are not only beautiful, but symbolic, and shine a spotlight on Stowe Mountain Chapel, an iconic interfaith sanctuary located half way up Mount Mansfield (page 54). And, while you’re busy planning your wedding, don’t forget about the honeymoon.

Whether you want exploration, adventure or relaxation, we have the top honeymoon destinations to inspire you (page 76).

Congratulations!

Let the planning begin.

WEDDINGS 2023 - 2024 Publisher Editors Art Director

Gregory J. Popa Katerina Hrdlicka Werth & Gregory J. Popa Katerina Hrdlicka Werth

Contributing Writers & Editors Avalon Styles-Ashley, Gregory J. Popa Ad Design Katerina Hrdlicka Werth Web & Listings Kristen Braley Sales Bryan Meszkat, Judy Kearns, Mike Kitchen, Patrick Immordino, Wendy Ewing Contributing Photographers Amelia Marie Amy Bennett Caitlin Kelly Coryn Kieffer Elsie Goodman Idena Beach Julia Luckett Kelsey Regan Lauren Sanborn North Photography Rodeo & Co. Savannah Brown

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CONTENTS

features

6 You’re engaged ...

34 Arbor day 48 Setting the table 76 Honeymoon destinations Let the planning begin

Link to the past and present

Make a dining statement

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From Iceland to the Maldives

From “Yes” to “I do”

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Tony & Meredith

SPOTLIGHT Stowe Mountain Chapel

real weddings

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Latest trends

10 Amanda & Hunter 24 Bridget & Greg 58 Michelle & Ryan Manchester, Vermont

Manchester, Vermont

Stowe, Vermont

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Pooja & Dan

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Personal details

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CORYN KIEFER PHOTOGRAPHY

so you’re engaged LET THE PLANNING BEGIN RECENTLY ENGAGED COUPLES ARE OFTEN so swept up in the excitement surrounding their engagements that they can be forgiven for initially overlooking all the wedding planning that awaits them. Planning a wedding is no small task, but many couples very much enjoy all the hard work that goes into making their special day a success. >>

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PLANNING

It’s hard for the newly engaged who have never before planned a wedding to know what awaits them. But the following tips can help make the wedding planning process go smoothly.

• FIND YOUR METHOD. Organization is the key to pulling off the wedding of your dreams. Whether your organizational style is best served by jotting details like dates and deposit deadlines down in a notebook or utilizing an online spreadsheet or smartphone app, choose your method early on. Keeping information and reminders in one place can make it easier to manage all the tasks that lie ahead.

• TAKE YOUR TIME. There’s no rush to the altar. Feel free to extend the engagement long enough to keep stress levels down and get the location and ceremony of your dreams.

Many couples feel pressured to get married right away.

Stretching out the engagement to save money or give yourself more time to plan can make for a wonderful wedding day.

• DISCUSS THE BUDGET OPENLY AND HONESTLY. Wedding costs can vary widely, and couples should sit down together to decide what they can afford and are willing to pay for.

• DECIDE ON A GUEST LIST. Planning decisions are often based around the projected number of guests. You’ll need to have a ballpark figure regarding guests before you can choose a venue and make other decisions, such as where guests will stay. If most of guests are coming from a certain area, such as your hometown, you may want to bring the wedding to them instead of asking them to come to you.

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• CREATE A PRIORITIES LIST. Make a list of at least three things that are most important for each of you. It may be the ceremony location, the food, or another factor. Knowing what is important can help you negotiate prices and understand what to look for when planning.

These are just some of the many considerations couples should make while planning a wedding. It’s also important that couples have fun when planning their nuptials.

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you’re engaged NOW WHAT?

SPREAD THE WORD

SET A BUDGET PICK YOUR MATES HIRE YOUR TEAM

FIND YOUR VENUE, SET A DATE

SELECT YOUR INVITATIONS PLAN YOUR CEREMONY

SHOP FOR RINGS

GO FOR FITTINGS

GET MARRIED!

CHOOSE A DRESS

GET YOUR PAPERWORK IN ORDER

FINALIZE LAST-MINUTE DETAILS

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JULIA LUCKETT PHOTOGRAPHY

amanda & hunter MANCHESTER, VT

AMANDA AND HUNTER WANTED a nontraditional wedding and found the perfect spot at The Wilburton Inn in Manchester.

“The women who run the inn were very supportive of our nontraditional vision. It was important to us to work with people and in a space that felt like the right fit and vibe,” said Amanda, who revealed that the couple met in high school as part of the same friend group.

“We became best friends during college and started dating in our mid-twenties while living in California,” she said.

But back to that wedding ... how nontraditional? A Prince tribute band provided music. Royal blue and gold tablecloths graced the reception tables. Suits of armor. Blacked out curtains around the tent.

Chicken feet?

“We surprised all our guests with the medieval theme for the reception,” Amanda recalled. “Hunter and I ‘rode’ in for our grand en10

trance on a bike that Hunter turned into a horse carriage. Dinner was fried chicken with their feet still on and huge bone-in ribeye.”

Instead of toasts, five of the couple’s closest friends roasted them.

“It was hilarious dinner entertainment, and very inappropriate for our grandmother!” she said.

The location also allowed guests to stay on site and everyone was able to walk around to each other’s houses on the property, enjoy a bonfire welcome party, breakfast in the mansion, among other touches, negating the need for driving from one place to another.

“It makes it a fun weekend event rather than just a wedding, and everyone got to spend a lot of quality time celebrating together. It created a unique and memorable experience for our friends and family.”

“And, we have to mention Purple,” Amanda said. “The lead singer does an incredible Prince, and their performance of ‘Purple Rain’ had all of us belting along in tears. It was so beautiful.”

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REAL WEDDINGS

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DESSERTS

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FLOWERS

Bitchin Blooms

MUSIC

A Prince Tribute Band

RINGS

Fiat Lux, Rackk & Ruin

HAIR AND MAKEUP

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Julia Luckett Photography

VENUE

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BRIDE’S ATTIRE

Alexandra Grecco, Alohas shoes

GROOM’S ATTIRE

Pini Parma, Manolo Blahnik shoes

INVITES

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RENTALS

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CATERING

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CURRENT

TRENDS

Fashion is always cyclical and 2023 brings ‘80s renaissance.

Structured shoulders, preppy pearls and oversized bows.

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JULIA LUCKETT PHOTOGRAPHY

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More color, less black and white.

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AMY BENNETT PHOTOGRAPHY

ANAPHORA FLOWER DESIGN

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CURRENT

TRENDS

Planning a weekend-long itinerary of special experiences for guests is becoming proper protocal. Show appreciation to those who came in from out of town to celebrate you by serving champagne upon arrival, over-the-top locally sourced welcome boxes, and hand-written welcome notes.

RODEO & CO. PHOTOGRAPHY

Not a new concept in weddings, but more of a priority for couples today. Provide a menu with seasonal locally grown ingredients. Sustitute cut flowers with potted plants and send flowers home with guests.

KELSEY REGAN PHOTOGRAPHY

RODEO & CO. PHOTOGRAPHY

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Welcome to our wedding weekend What says celebration more than popping bottles of bubbly.

Champagne towers made a comback in 2022 and they are not going out of style. Employ as an entrance or later in the evening instead of a ceremonial cake cutting.

Sparkler exits are on the way out. Opt for a more creative and safer alternative.

Streamers, LED balloons, cold pyro fountains, and pom poms.

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bridget & greg MANCHESTER, VT

Fate intervenes one day at the National Academy of Fine Art on New York City’s Upper East Side when Bridget and Greg meet. Following a whirlwind romance, the couple falls in love over shared interests in travel, music, and literature.

Fast forward six years and Greg and Bridget travel to Italy, where at sunset on a warm June evening, overlooking the Italian Riviera from the village of Corniglia at the heart of Cinque Terre, Greg proposes.

••• WHILE PLANNING THEIR WEDDING, it was key for both Bridget and Greg that their love and the journey they were starting together were central to every detail.

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keep returning to that keystone thought,” the couple wrote to us.

On their wedding day, “a standout moment for us both was our private ‘first look’ at Equinox Pond in Manchester, a place that had been special to us for years. We felt a huge sense of relief, joy, and love when we saw one another. We couldn’t stop smiling!”

That first look set the stage for the rest of the day. Bridget and Greg came down the mountain to the ceremony, where that joy and love was echoed by the love pouring out from their families and friends waiting to celebrate with them.

••• Footnote: Bridget was a Broadway and musical theater dancer, and the LaDuca custom-made dance boots are what dancers wear.

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REAL WEDDINGS

PHOTOGRAPHY

Savannah Brown Photography

VENUE

River Road Farm, Manchester

EVENT COORDINATOR CATERING AND DESSERTS FLOWERS

Vermont Farms Catering Tapalou Guilds, Hanna Jenkins & Andy Loughney

MUSIC

Equinox String Quartet, Sound Wave Entertainment

RINGS

Brilliant Earth

HAIR AND MAKEUP

Make Me Glamorous

BRIDE’S ATTIRE

Maggie Sottero, gown; Noon on the Moon, ultra-sheer bridal cape

BRIDE’S SHOES

LaDuca custom-made dance boots

GROOM’S ATTIRE

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Odyssey Events, Linda Fondulas

Suitsupply

INVITES

Minted

RENTALS

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DETAILS

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AMELIA MARIE PHOTOGRAPHY | ANAPHORA FLORAL DESIGN

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arbor day

Arches, or arbors, take many shapes and forms during wedding ceremonies, and they serve as more than just a frame for the bride and groom. Rich in religious symbolism and antiquity, arbors represent a link to future and past, framed by the present—a new path, forged together.

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DETAILS

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SAVANNAH BROWN PHOTOGRAPHY

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The Stowe Mountain Chapel Nestled on the side of Mt. Mansfield the Stowe Mountain Chapel is the perfect location for an intimate event in natural surroundings.

All inclusive of faiths and weddings.

Ski in – Ski out during winter or simply enjoy the magic of a Vermont Wedding.

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pooja & dan SHELBURNE, VT

DAN AND POOJA MET IN 2016 during their first year at the University of Vermont College of Medicine.

“Dan was the first person I met during orientation, and we quickly fell in love,” Pooja recalled. “We went on our first date at American Flatbread and the rest is history.”

Dan soon realized medicine wasn’t for him and after a few years of navigating a long-distance love affair, he joined Pooja in Albany, N.Y., where she’s completing her general surgery residency and Dan works for a health care start up.

Dan proposed in Central Park in the fall 2020.

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“We really enjoyed planning our wedding,” Pooja said. “The best part for us was carefully choosing our wedding vendors. We met and got to work with some amazing people.”

At first the couple wasn’t sure if they could pull off a traditional Indian wedding in Vermont as most Indian wedding vendors are based outside of the state.

“We knew it would be out of our budget to have all out of state vendors,” Pooja said. “We are incredibly grateful to everyone who worked hard to make a traditional Indian wedding possible in Vermont. They helped to make our dream Vermont wedding possible.”

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REAL WEDDINGS

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PHOTOGRAPHY VENUE INDIAN CATERING AMERICAN CATERING

The Brick House at Shelburne Museum Chand Palace Bevo

DESSERTS

Sweet Simone’s

FLOWERS

Clayton Floral

MUSIC

M4U Events

RINGS

Dana Augustine, Kay’s Jewelers

HAIR

Jubilance Salon, Christina DeMag

MAKEUP BRIDE’S ATTIRE: GROOM’S ATTIRE

Applied Perfections, Chantal DuBrey Vasansi Jaipur, Karishma Shah, BHLDN Mandap, Ralph Lauren

INVITES

Custom made by the bride’s uncle in India

RENTALS

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Julia Luckett Photography

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setting the table

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Be able to set a table so that you feel like you’re dining, not just sitting and eating.

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— Marilyn vos Savant

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DETAILS

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NORTH PHOTOGRAPHY

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SPOTLIGHT

just a hike away MOUNTAIN CHAPEL CREATES WEDDING MAGIC

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BY AVALON STYLES-ASHLEY

unlight broke through a cloudy August sky, peering into Mt. Mansfield’s forest canopy to kiss the Stowe Mountain Chapel just as Jennifer Platten and Chad Tetreault’s wedding ceremony began.

An air of magic hovers around the little stone and wood building. Maybe it’s the shimmer of every “I do” uttered there since the chapel was established in 1983. Maybe it’s the location on the historic Toll Road up Mt. Mansfield, a revered landmark for Vermonters. Maybe it’s the lingering aura of love that helped dream up and plant this sacred building in the forest.

Rev. Dan Haugh, pastor at the Stowe Community Church and resident chaplain at the Stowe Mountain Chapel, described the building as a space that provides “a brief moment of remedy, of peace and tranquility” for all people who come across it, no matter their spiritual bent or sexuality.

“You hear the birds chirping, smell the clear air, feel the wind rushing through the trees and leaves.

People experience a deep sense of peace here,” he said.

Haugh usually officiates between five and 10 weddings and vow renewals every year at the chapel, but hopes to expand that number. In addition, faith leaders of all kinds host regular religious services and other gatherings there.

Last August, Haugh had the pleasure of marrying Platten and Tetreault in the chapel, which provided an intimate setting for the couple’s nuptials.

“The day was absolutely magical!” Jennifer recalled. “Our family members have all reached out to share just how meaningful the experience was for them: the mountain in all of its glory, the beautiful chapel, and a ceremony filled with love and the bringing together of two families.”

The chapel lends itself to intimate ceremonies, not just for its small size. Haugh and other chaplains work closely with couples before their big day, getting to know their love story. For a recent autumn wedding, Haugh met the couple a year prior and built a relationship over multiple meetings to grasp their vision. >>

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SAVANNAH BROWN PHOTOGRAPHY

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SPOTLIGHT

The day was absolutely magical!”

—Jennifer

CHAD TETREAULT & JENNIFER PLATTEN — PHOTOS BY ERIN PLATTEN

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CAITLIN KELLY PHOTOGRAPHY

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You hear the birds chirping, smell the clear air, feel the wind rushing through the trees and leaves; people experience a deep sense of peace at the chapel.

—Pastor Dan Haugh

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CAITLIN KELLY PHOTOGRAPHY

Couples often enjoy refreshments and photos on the chapel’s stone patio, then drive up to the summit for a mini reception, champagne and more photos, Haugh said. Some couples hold their ceremony at the chapel then ski down to a reception at the mountain’s base.

Since its inception, the chapel has been interfaith. Today it is supported by founding family members, chaplains of various faith communities and a board of directors.

Rev. Marcus Hill and William Kieffer Jr. erected the chapel in memory of Kieffer’s young daughter, Mary Donnelly Kieffer, known lovingly as Polly, who had died of leukemia in 1977. For Sarah Kieffer, William’s daughter and Polly’s older half-sister, the building is “a source of family unity and remembrance, a way to celebrate the lives of people who we love and are gone.”

She recalled the day the chapel was unveiled, about 200 people crowded within its curved walls.

“I’m not sure how we all fit in,” Kieffer chuckled.

Perhaps a small miracle.

•••• Haugh hopes to help reintroduce the chapel to the changing Stowe community and attract more prospective couples. He encouraged folks skiing past to stop in, learn about the chapel’s history by scanning a QR code on its new outdoor sign, and to visit the website at stowemountainchapel.org.

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michelle & ryan JEFFERSONVILLE, VT

LISTEN UP FELLAS — and gals. Here’s how you propose: Take

a romantic boat ride on the Mekong River, follow up with cocktails at the famous Raffles Hotel Le Royal in Phnom Penh and ...

“We went for a walk in the garden and Ryan proposed,” remembers Michelle.

The couple had worked together for eight years — never dating — but remained friends. They reconnected in New York City, got together and then did the long-distance thing for several years before moving together to Cambodia, where Michelle had taken a job and where they stayed for three years, living, working and traveling.

But Cambodia to Stowe? “We wanted a location that guests would be excited to visit in the winter, and we both enjoyed Stowe from previous trips before we started dating,” Michelle said.

After they moved back to the States (Madison, Wis.), the couple made a “memorable trip” to Stowe to meet all the vendors and have 58

a food and beer tasting with all their wedding vendors.

“We made plans with Savannah to do an outdoor winter adventure photo shoot the day after the wedding,” recalled Michelle. “The photos were so much fun to take even though it was seriously freezing that day!”

A COVID-19 surge moved the wedding to back two months, to November from January 2022, which still allowed Michelle’s 90year-old grandmother to make the trip, as well as one of Ryan’s groomsmen, who came from Malaysia.

“We had originally planned winter touches of eucalyptus, mulled wine and cozy fur wraps, and were able to still use them all anyway, just with a fall twist,” she said. “Over the course of the planning and actual wedding I think we have now seen Stowe in all seasons, and it is equally beautiful at all times of the year.

“It was such a memorable day filled with love that we will always cherish.”

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Styling for weddings and special events By appointment only bit.ly/harmoniVT

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PHOTOGRAPHY VENUE

Barn at Smugglers’ Notch

DESSERTS

Sugarsnap Catering

FLOWERS

Heavenscent Floral Art

MUSIC

Top Hat Entertainment

RINGS

Goodman’s Jewelers, Catbird Jewelry

HAIR & MAKEUP

Essence Salon & Day Spa

BRIDE’S ATTIRE

Enzoani

INVITES

Minted

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Barn at Smugglers’ Notch, Vermont Tent Co.

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We have all the pieces to customize your rings to be as unique as your love for each other

ADVERTISE YOUR BUSINESS HERE Our wedding magazine focuses on Central and Northern Vermont, and the Champlain Valley. We target distribution to help put your potential customers in touch with the best purveyors of wedding services in those areas. The magazine focuses on the greater Stowe area, one of the most famous vacation destinations in the East; the rolling farm country of northwestern Vermont and the Champlain Valley; the lakes region of the Northeast Kingdom, including the quintessential villages of Greensboro and Craftsbury; and the ski communities of Jay Peak, Smugglers’ Notch, and the bucolic Mad River Valley.

Green Mountain Weddings/Stowe Weddings* is mailed to select subscribers of the Stowe Reporter weekly newspaper and is available at select Vermont welcome centers. It is distributed to local bridal shops and suppliers, inns, resorts and lodges, event planners, select clothing and jewelry shops, reception sites, local chambers of commerce, florists and caterers, bakeries, spas and salons. Green Mountain Weddings/Stowe Weddings has an annual circulation of 8,500. Stowe/Green Mountain Weddings is a member of Vermont Association of Wedding Professionals (vawp.com). Advertisers get an online presence by receive a free link to their website from our wedding directory on greenmtnweddings.com and stoweweddings.com. * Stowe Weddings is distributed in the greater Stowe area; Green Mountain Weddings will be available in the rest of our distribution area for an entire year. The content in both titles is identical.

Member of the Vermont Association of Wedding Professionals

stoweweddings.com • greenmtnweddings.com To advertise in the weddings magazine, please contact ads@stowereporter.com; Stowe Reporter/News & Citizen, 802.253.2101; Shelburne News/The Citizen, 802.985.3091; or The Other Paper, 802.864.6670

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HELPING OUTDOORSY COUPLES CELEBRATE THEIR LOVE OFF THE BEATEN PATH

LIVE A LIFE OF LOVE + ADVENTURE

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DETAILS

inject your personalities into the wedding day...

Weddings present an opportunity to embrace time-honored traditions. However, couples can be as tradition-minded or as unique in their wedding details as they desire. There’s certainly room to let your personalities shine through during both the ceremony and the reception.

Increasingly, couples are seeking ways to set their celebrations apart. While one may not want to banish all customs, here are seven ways to inject some personality into a wedding.

MAKE CUSTOM-DESIGNED RINGS. Work with a jeweler to have rings made to your specifications rather than buying what is available in the display cases. Rings do not have to be matching sets. Select ring styles that complement each another but which are slightly different in design.

CUT OUT THE CAKE. Many couples just aren’t fans of traditional sponge cake with buttercream or fondant overlay, so why have that expensive, multi-tiered confectionary creation at the wedding? Instead, serve a more popular dessert. Dessert artists can whip up many impressive options and present them in dramatic (or cake-like) fashion.

What about a tower of decadent brownies or a stack of fruit-and-cream-filled crêpes?

WRITE THE VOWS. Vows present an excellent way for personality to shine through. Couples can showcase humor, compassion, quirks, and more with the messages they share with one another — and their guests.

CUSTOMIZE TABLE NUMBERING. Seating cards traditionally guide guests to numbered tables around the reception hall.

There is no rule that the tables have to be organized by numbers, however. Love Ncan name the tables by your favorite film.

If travel is your passion, pick fun destinations from around the world. Remember that catering staff may ask that numbers accompany your alternative system for ease of serving dinner.

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MAKE A GRAND ENTRANCE. Don’t feel beholden to taking a limousine to and from your wedding. Fans of the movie “Batman” can rent a Batmobile replica. Those who couldn’t get enough of “Breaking Bad” may want to roll up in an RV. There’s also the option of an antique or sports car or horse-drawn carriage. Options will vary depending upon where you live.

SERVE CUSTOM COCKTAILS. Give traditional drinks custom names that feature details of your lives or how you met. If someone is a microbrewer or makes his or her own wine, these boutique beverages also can be served.

CREATE A MONOGRAM. Use the monogram on save-thedates, invitations, the homepage of a wedding website, the ceremony program, and even on cocktail napkins at the reception. The continuity will help pull together the tone for the wedding.

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RODEO & CO PHOTOGRAPHY

KELSEY REGAN PHOTOGRAPHY

LAUREN SANBORN PHOTOGRAPHY | ANAPHORA FLORAL DESIGN

KELSEY REGAN PHOTOGRAPHY KELSEY REGAN PHOTOGRAPHY

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perfectly suited for intimate, faith-based weddings

where marriage equality is celebrated 1994 Mountain Road, Stowe | 802.253.7578 | stjohnsinthemountains.org

PROFESSIONAL SEWING SERVICE Alterations & Tailoring Gown Cleaning & Preservation

TUXEDO RENTALS Modern & Traditional with a Colorful Selection of Vests, Ties & Squares Barre Location)

Vermont Wedding & Family Photography · Stowe,Vermont 802.224.6835

jesseschloffphotography.com

@jesse_schloff_weddings

Let us build the foundation for your happily ever after home • LAND CLEARING • TREE REMOVAL • DRIVEWAYS • FOUNDATIONS • SEPTIC SYSTEMS • UTILITY INSTALLATION • PONDS

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Our leading floral experts use the power of flowers to elevate your wedding experience

31 Lower Main Street in Johnson, VT (802) 635-7483 | (800) 899-6349 | marvinscountrystore.com

CHAPPELL’S FLORIST 1437 Williston Road, South Burlington 802.658.4733 | chappellsflorist.com

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meredith & tony STOWE, VT

MEREDITH AND TONY met on a train.

“Eight years ago this September,” Meredith said. “The MBTA Green Line in Boston!”

Tony struck up a lighthearted conversation on the lengthy ride home and asked Meredith to grab a drink with friends that same night at Harry’s Bar in Allston.

“Many dates, trips and seven years of adventures later, we said ‘I do’ in lovely Stowe, Vermont, in front of all our loved ones on Sept.

23, 2022.”

The plan called for an outdoor wedding, but, hey, this is Vermont.

Don’t like the weather, wait a few minutes.

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“We look back and laugh as everything was supposed to be outside, but it snowed and hailed the morning of the wedding,” Meredith recalled. “But our incredible vendors pulled it off, rearranging the day and making it a wonderful evening of outdoor-indoor magic.”

Fall was the perfect time for the couple to marry in Stowe and, of course “seeing the smiles of everyone we love from every stage of life with us and supporting us as we entered this new chapter.”

Meredith said their day was filled with joy and laughter, happy tears and many special moments. One of her favorites: “My husband surprised me by singing ‘Stand by Me’ with the band!”

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PHOTOGRAPHY VENUE EVENT PLANNER

Lodge at Spruce Peak NJOY - Nancy Jeffries-Dwyer

DESSERTS

Vermont Sweet Tooth, Ben & Jerry’s

FLOWERS

Petals & Blooms - Sarah Minor

MUSIC

Vintage Strings, East Coast Soul, Deep Voice JoJo

RINGS

Brilliant Earth

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Beauty by Nelse, My Big Hair Day Caroline Castigliano dress, Jimmy Choo shoes J Crew suit, To Boot New York, shoes Stone Fruit Studio Spruce Peak Laughing Moon Chocolates, Butternut Mountain Farm

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DESTINATIONS

just married WHERE TO HONEYMOON? Couples have different ideas about what makes a great honeymoon destination. Some couples want to spend their honeymoon with their toes in the sand on a secluded beach, while others look to traverse the rapids in a tandem kayak. There’s simply no rules when it comes to choosing a honeymoon destination other than picking a place each of you will enjoy. With that in mind, couples looking for inspiration can consider the 10 most popular honeymoon locales as determined by a recent survey from expedia.com.

MALDIVES

UNITED KINGDOM: A multi-city train trip through various parts of England and Scotland remains a popular honeymoon destination.

DUBAI, UNITED ARAB EMIRATES: Honeymooners looking for something upscale can consider Dubai, which combines sun, sand and unrivaled luxury.

PARIS, FRANCE: Little needs to be said about this European city considered one of the most romantic locales in the world.

SPAIN

FLORIDA: Pristine beaches, awe-inspiring sunsets and seemingly endless sun and warmth makes Florida a popular honeymoon destination, particularly for those on a budget.

LOS ANGELES: Los Angeles truly has it all — sunsoaked beaches, world-renowned restaurants and, of course, Hollywood.

MADRID TO SEVILLE, SPAIN: Couples who want to make multiple stops can consider this popular option, which takes visitors from Spain’s capital and most populous city to one of its most historic and unique destinations.

ROME, NAPLES AND AMALFI COAST, ITALY: A tour of three of Italy’s most wondrous locales needs no further explanation.

ICELAND

ST. LUCIA: An idyllic island country in the eastern Caribbean.

ICELAND: Iceland has experienced a tourism boom in recent years as more and more people have discovered the unique beauty and extraordinary culture of this island nation in the North Atlantic.

THE MALDIVES: An archipelagic state in South Asia, The Maldives has the lowest elevation of any country in the world, which means its temperatures are always hot and humid, making this an ideal stop for honeymooners who just want to relax on sunny, idyllic beaches.

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WEDDINGS DIRECTORY BEAUTY/WELLNESS

Bare

(802) 861-2273, barevt.com For over 11 years, Bare Medical Spa has been the #1 provider of aesthetic medical treatments in Burlington, VT. Our services include cosmetic injections, body contouring, laser and skincare treatments, intimate wellness, hormone replacement therapy and much more! Feel confident before your big day with our highly skilled and caring staff!

CATERING

Edelweiss Mountain Deli

(802) 253-4034, edelweissstowe.com Our culinary team prepares locally-inspired fresh foods, including both catered and to-go meals, sandwiches, salads, soups and baked goods. Specialty food and beverage retail includes great beer and wine selections along with a wide range of small-batch distilled spirits from Vermont’s Black Flannel Distilling Co.

Dorset Street Dermatology

(802) 660-8808, dorsetstreetdermatology.com Dorset Street Dermatology is a world-class full-service Dermatology practice offering an extensive array of integrated medical and cosmetic procedures and spa services, customized to meet your unique skin care needs. Schedule your free consultation with our experienced staff to help you prepare and feel confident on your Special Day. Be your best self!

Harmoni Hairstyling

(802) 505-3756, bit.ly/harmoniVT Harmoni is a unique experience. Hairstyling with an artist’s touch. Offering unmatched personal consultations and service as well as professional training and masterclasses in advanced cutting. By appointment only.

FLOWERS

Chappell’s Florist

(802) 658-4733, chappellsflorist.com Chappell’s Florist is the leading floral expert in South Burlington, VT. From bouquets to centerpieces, flowers have the power to elevate your wedding decor and create a truly magical atmosphere. Consult the knowledgeable team at Chappell’s to discover the best options for your special day. Chappell’s Florist is a family-owned business since 1969.

(802) 660-4004, jessboutique.com Jess Boutique pairs an extensive, uniquely curated collection with exceptional, personalized service for women seeking the perfect ensemble for any special occasion or event, including bridal parties, mothers and guests.

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The Sewing Basket

(802) 476-8389 - Barre, (802) 878-7181 Essex Jct., SewingBasketVT.com We specialize in formal and bridal alterations, serving customers for 56+ years with experienced, professional seamstresses.

We can also clean and preserve your wedding gown or provide embroidery services for gifts. At the Barre shop, you will find a large selection of modern and traditional tuxedo rentals, including vests, ties and squares.

(802) 304-9570, pechemedical.com Your GO-TO providers for safe, gorgeous, natural looking results. Expertise includes neuromodulators, fillers, biostimulators, lasers and medical aesthetic services to get your glow on! In Burlington or at Mirror Mirror in Stowe. Book your consultation at least three months prior to your big day!

GIFTS

April Cornell

aprilcornell.com Colorful, beautiful and joyful table linens, stunning special occasion dresses and gorgeous giftware. We have all you need for your special day! Come visit us at our flagship boutique at 131 Battery St. in Burlington, Vermont, where knowledgeable stylists can help you with your choices.

GOWNS, FORMAL ATTIRE AND ALTERATIONS

Jess Boutique

Pêche Medical Spa

Butternut Mountain Farm ~ Marvin’s Country Store

(800) 899-6349, marvinscountrystore.com Our country store is focused on all things maple, offering a carefully curated selection of our favorite products from Vermont and beyond. Our amenity-sized syrups are the perfect wedding favor to compliment your special day. Visit us to discover pure goodness from the heart of Vermont.

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WEDDINGS DIRECTORY JEWELRY

Ferro Estate & Custom Jewelers

(802) 253-3033, ferrojewelers.com Located in Stowe, Ferro Jewelers specializes in vintage and estate jewelry, fine diamonds, contemporary designer pieces and the custom design of engagement rings and wedding bands. As a family-owned business, and member of the American Gem Society, the Ferros have built their reputation on originality and quality. Follow us @ferro_jewelers_stowe and facebook.com/Ferro.Jewelers

PHOTOGRAPHY AND VIDEOGRAPHY

Richard J. Wobby Jewelers

(802) 476-4031, richardjwobbyjewelers.com In the tradition of a family-owned, full-service jeweler, Richard J. Wobby Jewelers in Barre combines expertise and caring to help make each gift and jewelry choice perfect!

From our wide selection of beautiful, in-stock diamond and gemstone jewelry and wedding bands, to custom creations made just for you, we can fulfill your dreams.

Jesse Schloff Photography

(802) 224-6835, @jesse_schloff_weddings, jesseschloffphotography.com A Stowe local, I have explored the area for more than 20 years, building an extensive portfolio of authentic, timeless places to capture the story of your wedding, from the classics to the off-the-beaten-trails to breathtaking scenics. I have an eye for interesting, beautiful imagery and mix contemporary, portraiture and photojournalism styles to exceed expectations.

Kate Seymour Photography

(802) 444-1686, kateseymourphoto.com Kate is a Vermont-based elopement and wedding photographer who works with outdoorsy couples looking to celebrate off the beaten path. Her images are inspired by the landscape that surrounds you and helps you build a day that is filled with love and adventure.

PLACES OF WORSHIP

St. John’s in the Mountains

(802) 253-7578, 1994 Mountain Road, Stowe, stjohnsinthemountains.org St. John’s in the Mountains is perfectly suited for intimate, faith-based weddings up to 75 guests. Marriage equality is celebrated at St. John’s Church. Please see our website for more information.

Stowe Community Church

(802) 253-7257, info@stowechurch.org, stowecommunitychurch.org Getting married in Stowe? Tie the knot in a cherished ceremony at the historic, interfaith based Stowe Community Church. Couples treasure the iconic 19th century building and high steeple as their wedding backdrop.

Its spacious sanctuary, Simmons Tracker pipe organ and Steinway grand piano make it a perfect choice.

Stowe Mountain Chapel

stowemountainchapel.org Nestled on the side of Mt. Mansfield, the Stowe Mountain Chapel is the perfect location for an intimate event in natural surroundings. Inclusive of all faiths and weddings. Ski in / ski out during winter or simply enjoy the magic of a Vermont wedding anytime.

RECEPTION, REHEARSAL AND WEDDING SITES

The Barn at Boyden Farm

(802) 598-5509, boydenbarn.com Majestic mountain views and authentic farm property venue for your Vermont wedding or special event. Expansive outdoor property / HVAC indoor space. Envision any event with the elegant rustic charm of Boyden Farm as your host.

The Barn at Smugglers’ Notch

(802) 644-9222, barnatsmuggs.com A 5,500 sq. ft. post-and-beam wedding and event barn with heat and air conditioning, luxurious bridal suite, gardens, cobblestone patio and unobstructed, panoramic mountain views! With natural light from south-facing windows and doors, the main event room will be filled with warmth and rustic elegance.

Brass Lantern Inn

(802) 253-2229, brasslanterninn.com Our 9-bedroom, historic, award-winning bed-and-breakfast inn is the perfect place to host a wedding party or family and friends.

With a large back lawn, comfortable sitting areas, dining room, porch and patios, hot tub and stunning views of Mt. Mansfield, we are ready for your small to mid-sized event.

Beer/Wine/Cider/RTD and a commercial kitchen for catering available on site.

Common Roots at The Wheeler Homestead

(802) 734-3454, commonroots.org/catering-event-space Right in Burlington’s backyard! The Wheeler Homestead, operated by Common Roots, offers stunning views of the Green Mountains, and a quiet country setting. You are also supporting our mission of food education and regenerative land stewardship. Easily accessible to hotels, the airport, and world-class amenities.

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WEDDINGS DIRECTORY RECEPTION, REHEARSAL AND WEDDING SITES

Idletyme Brewing Company

(802) 253-4765, idletymebrewing.com Idletyme Brewing Company is an all-in-one event space that has an upscale surrounding with a laid back, rustic feel. Our space is perfect for small parties or weddings of up to 250 people. Creating a unique once-in-alifetime experience has never been easier.

Email events@idletymebrewing.com for availability today!

Killington Resort

(802) 404-4619, killington.com Killington Resort offers a unique combination of a beautiful, natural setting, brand-new facilities like the Peak Lodge and unique mountainside retreats to host the event of your dreams. Whether you’re planning a one-day affair or a destination wedding, large or small, we provide all the services, amenities and memorable moments you could wish for.

Salute

(802) 253-5677, salutevt.com Romantic and cozy, surrounded by beautiful gardens. Authentic wood-fired Italian cuisine.

Located right on the Mountain Road in Stowe. Intimate weddings, rehearsal dinners and off-site events. Chef owned and operated.

WEDDING SITES

Trapp Family Lodge

(802) 253-5770, weddings@trappfamily.com Situated on 2,500 acres overlooking the classic New England Village of Stowe, Vermont, and the surrounding mountains, our picturesque lodge offers indoor and outdoor venues that are perfect for a wedding in any season.

Topnotch Resort

(802) 253-6489, topnotchresort.com Topnotch Resort offers indoor and outdoor ceremony and reception venues, farm-to-fork catering menus, on-site bridal salon services, personal coordination, luxury accommodations and activities for all of your family and friends.

SERVICES

Coldwell Banker Carlson Real Estate

(802) 253-7358, cbcarlsonrealestate.com Experience and dedication working for you!

With more than 100 years combined realty experience, the Coldwell Banker Carlson Real Estate team makes buying and selling Vermont homes, vacation properties, land, condominiums and commercial investments in and around the Stowe area a cinch.

Jaclyn Watson Events

(802) 324-1433, jaclynwatsonevents.com A visionary event planner who transforms dreams into reality. Curating unforgettable experiences, Jaclyn brings a blend of creativity and meticulous design to every occasion.

Her passion for storytelling through events shines through. Jaclyn’s attention to detail and dedication to creating unique, personalized moments has earned her a reputation as a trendsetter ... your event will linger in hearts!

Live Wedding & Event Painting

burlingtonpaintandsip.com, info@burlingtonpaintandsip.com Wedding & Event Live Painting is the creation of a family heirloom combined with captivating and engaging entertainment!

Together we will curate your special vision.

Focusing on the parts of your day you want captured, we can combine elements on one canvas or create multiple pieces like your first dance, first kiss, or your walk down the aisle.

SERVICES

NJOY Event Planning

(802) 229-8665, njoyevent.com Simply Stunning Weddings . . . created for you one detail at a time! The NJOY team provides full-service event styling and planning, and is dedicated to creating “Best Days Ever” for each client. Meticulous attention to detail, and with an artist’s eye for the finest aesthetic in design, your wedding team of professionals delights in creating exceptional fetes and treasured memories.

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NorthCountry Federal Credit Union (800) 660-3258, northcountry.org NorthCountry Federal Credit Union provides banking services for all stages of life, including free checking, credit cards, personal loans, and mortgages. And since we’re a financial cooperative, we can provide them at a lower cost than traditional banks.

Visit us online or in person to learn more.

Pretty Potty

(802) 777-9375, info@prettypottyvt.com, prettypottyvt.com The most luxurious portable restroom trailers in Vermont! Our units are perfect to supplement your restroom needs during your special event. We promise to serve up a memorable experience with our Pretty Potty grace and style. We do more than just weddings — consider us for any social and business functions.

Wild Birch Design

(802) 222-6063, wildbirchdesign.com, @wildbirchdesign Wild Birch Design creates momentous wedding-related occasions worthy of savoring through intentionally curated experiences that inspire connection to our surroundings, ourselves, and the beings we share space with, in reciprocity with nature. We celebrate sustainable lifestyles, inclusivity, locally sourced materials, and supporting small businesses.

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INDEX TO ADVERTISERS ANAPHORA FLOWER DESIGN

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AMELIA MARIE PHOTOGRAPHY

52

APRIL CORNELL

53, 78

BARE MEDICAL SPA

18, 19, 78

BARN AT BOYDEN FARM

39, 79

BARN AT SMUGGLERS NOTCH

3, 79

BRASS LANTERN INN

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BURLINGTON PAINT AND SIP

59, 80

BUTTERNUT MOUNTAIN FARM

69, 78

CARLSON REAL ESTATE

80, BACK COVER

CHAPPELL’S FLORIST

69, 78

COMMON ROOTS

7, 79

DORSET STREET DERMATOLOGY

5, 78

EDELWEISS

64, 78

FERRO JEWELERS

33, 79

HARMONI HAIRSTYLING

59, 78

IDLETYME BREWING CO.

25, 80

JACLYN WATSON EVENTS

47, 80

JESS BOUTIQUE

INSIDE FRONT COVER, 78

JESSE SCHLOFF PHOTOGRAPHY

68, 79

JULIA LUCKETT PHOTOGRAPHY

38

KATE SEYMOUR PHOTOGRAPHY

65, 79

KILLINGTON RESORT

53, 80

MARTIN WERTH EXCAVATION

68

NJOY EVENT PLANNING

25, 80

NORTH COUNTRY FEDERAL CREDIT UNION

69, 80

PECHE MED SPA

33, 78

PRETTY POTTY VT

11, 80

RICHARD WOBBY JEWELERS

64, 79

SALUTE

11, 80

SAVANNAH BROWN PHOTOGRAPHY SEWING BASKET

32 68, 78

ST. JOHNS IN THE MOUNTAIN

68, 79

STOWE COMMUNITY CHURCH

41, 79

STOWE MOUNTAIN CHAPEL

39, 79

TOPNOTCH RESORT

41, 80

TRAPP FAMILY LODGE

1, 80

WILD BIRCH DESIGNS

47, 80

JULIA LUCKETT PHOTOGRAPHY

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