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April 20, 2013 Virginia Beach Convention Center
To participate, contact Katherine Byrd: Office: 757-222-3945 Cell: 757-288-9571 katherine.byrd@pilotonline.com 757-664-6200 • events@chrysler.org • chrysler.org Photo by Hayne Photographers
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Charity Wedding Gown Sale Hundreds of New and Gently Used Designer and Couture Gowns 25% to 85% Savings! VIP EVENT Saturday, February 23, 2013 6:30 - 9:30 p.m. LAYAWAY AVAILABLE Proceeds from the gown sales provide education, information and outreach to people impacted by cancer.
General Admission Sunday, February 24, 2013 12 Noon - 5:00 p.m. Tickets Required Please visit BridesABC.org to register.
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Vow Bride Magazine & The 13th Annual Vow Bridal Event wish to thank all of our wonderful sponsors and service providers for making our show possible and beautiful for our brides.
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The Fall/Winter issue of Vow Bride Magazine debuts July 2013
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Thanks To These professionals for lending Their special Touch To make our 2013 Vow Bridal eVenT a wonderful success!
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WEDDING AT SANDERLING! When planning a wedding for 15 – 200 guests at Sanderling everything you desire is near at hand. Along with luxurious accommodations, a pampering spa and salon, picturesque ceremony and reception
venues, a professional planner and catering team set an idyllic stage for your memorable event. Sanderling defines what is truly real in life. A simple connection to family and friends and the beauty that abounds for your special day in the Outer Banks of North Carolina.
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Embark Embark
on an Elegant WaterfrontWedding… Waterfront Wedding…
Our attention to detail and experience allow you to enjoy every minute of the biggest day of your life. Caring and professional, the Emily Weddings team will work hard to accurately execute every detail of your dream wedding to ensure your peace of mind.
Voted the knot best of weddings 2010, 2011 and 2012 Bride’s Choice Award 2009, 2010, 2011 and 2012.
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Swimwear For Misses & Juniors in Sizes 4-24 Large Selection of Coverups, Shoes and Sportswear Jewelry, Accessories and Fine Gifts
307 Laskin Rd. (31st Street) Oceanfront Virginia Beach
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Our award-winning team of culinary experts and dedicated staff
bring together the traditions that have created over 84 years of memories. With the Chesapeake Bay as your backdrop, The Chamberlin offers both indoor and outdoor settings and venue spaces for grand or intimate occasions. The Chamberlin will create a worryfree, picture-perfect waterfront wedding that you will always treasure!
Located on Historic Fort Monroe 2 Fenwick Road Hampton,VA 23651
www.historicchamberlin.com
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Spend the day with us! Photos by Malie osborn | Marie Violet PhotograPhy
THE 13TH ANNuAL VOW BRIDAL EVENT At The Virginia Beach Convention Center Ballroom | Sunday February 24, 2013 | 11am - 4pm
{ www.vowbride.com { Brides-to-be can pre-register online
Runway Show Schedule (Schedule subject to change.)
NOON 1 p.m. 3 p.m. 4 p.m.
Children’s Show “Petit Wedding Cortege” American Heart Association’s “Little Red Dress Event” “Cameo Appearance: All The World’s A Stage When You’re The Bride” Couture Runway Show Prize Drawings
Workshop Schedule (Free with admission. Schedule subject to change.)
NOON 1 p.m. 2 p.m.
Planning your wedding with Pinterest is a great visual tool - The owner of The Bridal Dish, Jennifer La Londe, will show you how to bring your Pinterest wedding to life Bridal Beauty Makeover: How to Define You on Your Wedding Day with regional beauty expert Kim Wadsworth for BridesMade Planning a Wedding From Your Heart with celebrated author, Cornelia Powell
VOW BRIDAL EVENT PRESENTED IN PARTNERSHIP WITH:
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breakfast workshop
Join VOW Bride Editor Kim Wadsworth and Hampton Roads’ outstanding Bridal Experts as they share their experience and best kept wedding planning secrets! Register today for this exclusive event at www.vowbride.com. 8:15 a.m. 8:30 a.m. 9:00 a.m. 9:30 a.m. 10:00 a.m. 10:30 a.m.
Doors Open The Yacht Club at Marina Shores Chef by Design Emily Weddings Marie Violet Photography Janie Medley of The Bride’s Cafe
Single admission is $35 or two for $50 and includes: • VIP entry into the Bridal Show • Bridal Breakfast • VIP seating for the 3:00pm Couture Runway Show • Special Vow bag and “Tips From the Top” booklet • And special drawing for workshop attendees only! PROS IN THE KNOW BREAKFAST WORKSHOP SPONSORED BY: DISTINCTIVE GOuRMET, AAA TIDEWATER, FARM FRESH & STYLE EVENTS
Admission & Registration • Brides to be can pre-register on line at www.vowbride.com for a $2 discount • Tickets available Day of Event at the VBBC box office for $10 • Show your AAA card for $5 admission • Free Valet Parking for Brides courtesy of Express Valet • Free Vow Bride Bag to the first 500 Brides
VOW BRIDAL EVENT PRESENTED BY:
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CHARITABLE PARTNER:
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For over 20 years, Kim and her team of artists have brought customized makeup and hair design on location for portrait, rehearsal dinner and wedding day requests. We Bring Beauty to You / www.KimWadsworth.com / 757 617 3587
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private bridal packages Let us host a private bridal party with customized treatments of your choice including Botox®, fillers, facials, microdermabrasion and laser hair removal.
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The only bridal appointment you’ll ever have to make.
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xperience the wedding of your dreams, complete with spectacular ocean views, elegant ballrooms and the personalized service you expect. Our talented staff will help you coordinate all aspects of your wedding from the initial planning stages until your big day. We can accommodate up to 400 guests in our Ocean Grand Ballroom and adjacent, Ocean Grand Foyer. Oceanfront weddings at their best. All guestrooms newly renovated in 2012. All banquet space will be completely renovated in January 2013! Andi Grant Ph
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Your Happily Ever After Starts Here
The Hilton Virginia Beach Oceanfront has a location for every wedding occasion. From a bridal party at our rooftop bar and infinity pool, to romantic beach weddings and grand receptions in the region’s most elegant oceanfront ballroom — you imagine the possibilities and we’ll take care of the rest.
To arrange a personal tour with our wedding specialists, please call 757.213.2324.
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• Bridal Registry • Fine China • Crane Stationary • Linens 1607 Colley Ave, Norfolk VA 23517 625-1211 • www.lemarcheva.com
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You don’t have to be a member of Town Point Club to enjoy our exceptional private event and wedding facilities. Private club experience Award-winning cuisine Professional onsite wedding coordinator Exquisite view of the Elizabeth River Exceptional service Let us help you plan your wedding event. Call Abby Bailey today to schedule a personal club tour:
2224 Virginia Beach Blvd. at Chambord Commons 757-284-9817
757.625.7602 town-point.com
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Say
“I Do” at the beach!
Let Sandbridge Realty find that perfect place to hold your seaside wedding.
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A Simply Magical Setting
You’ve waited all of your life for this moment. We’ll make sure it’s all you’ve dreamed and more. Celebrate in style with a spectacular sunset across the scenic James River. “Wow” your guests with gourmet food and unmatched service. Experience the magic of Two Rivers Country Club. Contact Jennifer Walton at (757) 258-4610 ext. 224 www.GovernorsLand.com Photo: Images by Amy
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