WellWed - Cape & Islands - Spring / Summer 2011

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fresh cape & islands style

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{179 + 183} wed-weekends dream getaways far & near

{92} unveiled behind the scenes

{186} locally made cape & islands made goodies

additional resources

{187} more of the cape & islands' finest

{190} advertiser directory

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CoVEr: CORINNA RAZNIKOV

cirasphotography.com

Winnetu Oceanside Resort At South Beach

“Providing the Quintessential Vineyard Experience for your wedding”

Photos: (clockwise from top) Randi Baird, Nicole Freidler, Gregg Shupe

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Casually Whimsical....Elegantly Simple The Winnetu Oceanside Resort is perfect for accommodating weddings and parties from 20 to 145 guests.

Editor in Chief: Krista Washburn Director of Operations: Sally Washburn Senior Designer: Michele Frye Advertising & Sales Director: Caroline Smith Marketing & PR Manager: Angela Ross Copy Editor: Ian Wheeler-Nicholson Editorial & Photoshoot Manager: Lauren Foley Display Advertising Designer: Peter Mailloux Account Executives: Jodi Peternel, Annmarie Vendola Printing: Villanti & Sons, Printers Production: Shawn Herrity Contributing Photographers: Barrie Fisher, Brea McDonald, Corinna Raznikov, David Seaver, Heather & Jesse Ciras, Jocelyn Filley Design Interns: Jordan LaCount, Katrina Schweithelm, Lauren Harris, Morgan Stewart Editorial Interns: Ian Lord, Rachel Harris, Scout Hutchinson, Stephanie Wessel, Yuna Bahn Marketing Interns: Alexandra Emanuel, Courtney Reardon, Jack Kane, Jennifer Moson, Julie Clerc Special Support: Alison Bucholz-Ellis, Austin Family, Barrie Fisher, Chad Shepard, Charlie Barsalow, Cynthea Hausman, Dark Star Lighting, Green Mountain Floral Supply, Harry Washburn, Irene Beshaw, Irene Maston, John Crabbe Jr., John Scheer, Katey Gordon, Kate Neubauer, Kate Villa, Lynda Dandeneau, Nancy & Rick Brown, Rachelle Howard, Riann Washburn, Scott McNulty, Tommy McNeill ...and Rocco Editorial & Advertising Offices WellWed PO Box 8076 Essex, VT 05451 Tel 866.595.9221 Fax 802.419.5344 wellwed.com | aweddingaffair.com info@wellwed.com

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editors note - issue

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this spring & summer, DisCover Beauty in all things olD & new to Create a CeleBration as uniQue as your love.

old Soul. NEW HEART. not only is this issue our love letter to DIY PROJECTS, crafts & ideas, it’s also an invitation to you, our readers, to embrace diy as an integral part of what will make your wedding amazing. whether i’m venturing down country roads on the hunt for antique shops or scouring local junkyards for LONG-FORGOTTEN TREASURES, i never stop thinking about how to create something new out of something classic. this enduring love for HOMESPUN DETAILS & the reinterpretation of what’s old has helped wellwed — cape cod, nantucket & martha’s vineyard, sister wellwed magazines & vermont vows to evolve into the publications that they are today.

VINTAGE OBJECTS have a story to tell — they invite you to learn about their history & rediscover their beauty, while adding a new chapter of your own. our “start your engines” wedding gowns & accessories photoshoot (page 97) is a celebration of this pairing of old & new, with exquisite modern bridal couture alongside vintage automobiles. my love for everything vintage is rooted in the belief that combining old & new can evoke a sense of timelessness — much like TRUE LOVE. just as vintage cars & classic gowns never go out of style, this type of love never fades; it ages gracefully & adapts with time until, eventually, everything old is new again. here at wellwed, we have created a sanctuary for CRAFTING & CREATING. overlooking a river that once powered the historic mills of winooski, vermont, our office has become a place of CREATIVE ENERGY, where simple ideas are translated into something special. whether we’re shooting an innovative tabletop design or crafting a homemade cake topper, our office has become a place of refuge where i can escape the hustle & bustle of everyday life to create one-of-a-kind items. our creative retreat is something we encourage brides to make for themselves. a sanctuary, no matter how small, where you can put your energy into special diy projects is the perfect way to ensure your wedding is a physical expression of your

EXTRAORDINARY LOVE. this spring & summer, as the warm rays of the sun break through lush trees & birdsong awakens the world from its winter slumber, brides-to-be can ring in the new season with a fresh yet TIMELESS love, a love that echoes the sweet marriages of our grandparents, that only gets more valuable with time & that ultimately becomes an HEIRLOOM so priceless, you wouldn’t trade it for anything.

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like the happy couples featured in our magazine, we too are lucky enough to work with some of the cape & islands’ most celebrated wedding pros. listed here are those who lent their time & talent to help create this issue.

HEATHER & JESSE CIRAS, of ciras photography, strive to document each wedding down to its smallest, most memorable detail JUSTIN CRUZ, of salon cruz, is well adept

in order to provide couples with photos that accurately record their special day;

at providing brides with hair styles that complement their overall look, offering cutting edge hair services & years of experience;

LYNDA DANDENEAU, of dandeneau flowers, has obtained a mastery of floral design that serves her well in providing brides with spectacular florals, no matter their budget or taste; JOCELYN FILLEY captures the moments that make every wedding special — whether it’s a stolen kiss between the bride & groom or other candid moments that result in extraordinary photos; BARRIE FISHER creates images of incomparable artistry, a testament to her considerable talent & skill; CYNTHEA HAUSMAN, of cynthea's spa, is extraordinarily talented at helping brides feel their most beautiful with well-applied, tasteful makeup that has the ability to enhance the beauty of any glowing bride; cakes by liz is owned & operated by LIZ KANE, a true artist who works closely with couples to create unparalleled cake creations; DAWN KELLY, of soirée floral, is one of the region’s top talents in floral design, utilizing her mastery of the trade to provide couples with fabulous flowers on their wedding day; BREA MCDONALD flawlessly documents every wedding, always capturing the bride & groom’s personal style & flair, resulting in photos that tell a love story; LISA RAFFAEL, of delicious desserts, creates utterly remarkable wedding cakes that taste as great as they look; exhibiting a rare talent for nostalgic, elegant & spectacular wedding photography, CORINNA RAZNIKOV always captures the grace & natural beauty of her subjects; when he’s not photographing weddings DAVID SEAVER can be found in the far reaches of cambodia & other parts of south east asia, honing his skills as a documentary photographer; JENNIFER SHEPHERD, of

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DESIREE SPINNER brings the unique spirit of cape cod to every amazing wedding & event she styles, combining her signature style with her clients’ tastes for remarkable results; KAREN TADDEI, of lilacs, uses the highest-quality flowers to create unforgettable floral designs for brides that enhance the overall décor & style of their special day.

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Clockwise from top right: Zofia Photography, Brea McDonald Photography, Claudia Kronenberg Photography, Cary Hazelgrove Photography

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kristi oliver, founder of olive art, was recently voted massachusetts' secondary art educator of the year! kristi teaches photography, sculpture, drawing & more at marlborough high school. oliveartonline.com; {no. 3 picture-perfect} wedding photographer nicole friedler has seen a lot of weddings. she’ll soon gain a new perspective, however, this time as the bride! nicole & her fiancé, michael, will tie the knot this coming april. congrats! nicolefreidler.com {no. 4 piece of cake} cupcake charlie’s motto is “life is short, eat a cupcake,” & their customers agree! the business recently appeared on food network’s ace of cakes 100th episode celebration, competing in the network’s first-ever “cupcake wars” competition. cupcakecharlies.com

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talenteD weDDing professionals Consistently Delight us with new proDuCts, serviCes & Businesses. here are some of our new noteworthy favorites!

{NO. 1 MEMBERS ONLY} just launched in december, the aisle new york is the world’s first members-only online store granting access to timed-sale boutiques & designers offering the latest in bridal fashion. what’s more, a portion of every gown sold is donated to a charity of the designer’s choice! theaislenewyork.com

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{NO. 3 PULITZER PRIZES} lily pulitzer has debuted a new line of pretty & preppy wedding gowns! the collection features the brand's inimitable ready-to-wear details. designerbrideinc.com

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talent spotlight

Drawing design inspiration from her surroundings near & far, Desiree Spinner has set the new standard for event styling.

name: Desiree Spinner business: Desiree Spinner Events Years in Business: two location: Osterville, Massachusetts website: desireespinnerevents.com

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desiree’s advice: as you go about the wedding planning process, never lose sight or compromise your wedding vision, because it is your day & it should be everything you want it to be.

Known for evoking Cape Cod’s beauty in her designs, Desiree Spinner became an event stylist after some adventure-filled years.

She grew up in Barnstable and attended the University of Connecticut, where she met her future husband, Craig. After planning her own joyous wedding celebration, the couple married and had a son, Luke. Still, Desiree couldn’t help but feel the lure of foreign travel. She went to Italy for a semester abroad and fell in love with the culture. “To this day, I draw inspiration from the beauty I witnessed there,” she says.

Inspired by her time overseas and her experience planning events for relatives and friends, a task she had taken to naturally, Desiree and her family moved back home to Cape Cod, where she embarked on her new adventure ­– Desiree Spinner Events.

With each celebration, she finds herself more in love with her job. “Planning my own wedding was one of the happiest times of my life, and I’m lucky to share in that special moment with brides.”

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weddings and events

A wedding & event design boutique located in the seaside village of Osterville, Massachusetts Specializing in elegant beachside weddings and whimsical soirees, DSE’s philosophy is to create an authentic and romantic event for our clients.

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{NO. 1 HOMESPUN} share in our love for all things diy by logging on for fabulous new projects & ideas that will bring your celebration to the next level; {NO. 2 TWEET TWEET} just tweet it! follow @wellwed on twitter & facebook to share in our favorite online wedding inspiration & stay current on wellwed news & events!; {NO. 3 FEATURE WORTHY} as much as you are inspired by wellwed, we are inspired by you! submit photos of your fabulous nuptials for a chance to be featured in the magazine or online; {NO. 4 BLOGSMAID} stalled in your wedding planning? visit our blog for extraordinary inspiration galleries, real weddings, information about our favorite wedding professionals & advice on all things nuptial.

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wedding affair unveiling the cape & islands

Come one, Come all...Step right up! The 2011 cape & islands wedding affair is just the ticket for hundreds of local & destination couples — proving that planning a wedding can be as much fun as a day at the fair.

vintage carnival games will set the tone for a fun & inspiring showcase of inventive décor & complimentary, fair-worthy fare — including candied apples, cupcakes & of course, cotton candy — at the 2011 cape & islands wedding affair, saturday, march 12th, at the chatham bars inn. even better, a silent auction of fabulous wedding-related gift certificates & other items will benefit the make a wish foundation & each lucky bride-to-be will receive a luxury gift bag containing over $100 worth of goodies. attendees will be able to mingle with some of the best wedding professionals in the region before heading into the spa room to enjoy luxurious treatments or attend one of several informative seminars on topics like wine & menu pairing & modern wedding etiquette. finally, the evening will conclude with an amazing fashion show of stunning bridal couture. Mark your calendar for our next event! Register early, as tickets do sell out — aweddingaffair.com

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The ring is sparkly, you’ve said “Yes!” and you’re off on a whirlwind of planning for the big day. Chances are you’ve already spent some time thinking about who will be your wedding attendants — siblings, close friends, or other relatives near and dear to you. They’ll be your support group, errand runners, and ambassadors-at-large at your reception. But being an attendant can come with a hefty price tag; besides clothing and gifts, attendants must also pay for their own transportation. It may also require using precious vacation time or unpaid work days to attend the wedding and pre-wedding events. While it is an attendant’s

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the nicest way you can show your appreciation to your attendants is with a handwritten note thanking them for all they’ve done. whether on its own or accompanied by a small gift, it will let your “best people” know just how much their love, help, and support have meant to you. job to assist the bride whenever possible, the considerate bride won’t treat her team as her personal minions. Before you extend that all-important “Will you be in my wedding?” invitation, consider what you’re asking. Here are a few important attendants’ responsibilities:

No. They will have to purchase or rent {It’s All in the Tux}

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their wedding attire and accessories — shoes, hats, ties, accessories — everything they’ll wear except the flowers.

Brides can make this more economical by choosing dresses that truly can be worn again and opting for hairstyles and makeup that don’t require a salon. Give hair ornaments or jewelry as your gift to your bridesmaids; grooms can give ties to their ushers. Reusable accessories and clothing are always appreciated. Plus, they’ll always remember your wedding when they wear them!

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portation. These days, almost every wedding is a destination wedding.

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are canceled. Don’t forget that the bride and groom’s families are responsible for providing accommodations for the attendants.

Local friends and family may be able to provide guest rooms; otherwise, book hotel rooms early. of the No. wedding party mustMembers attend show{Party Time}

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ers, the rehearsal dinner, and other pre-wedding parties when feasible.

Unless your attendants all live nearby, someone will be traveling. Try scheduling more than one event over a single weekend when possible. For example, throw a bachelorette party or bridesmaid’s luncheon on a Saturday and a shower the next day. will No. end up presenting Attendants several gifts to {Gift Giving}

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the bride and groom. Traditionally, there is a wedding gift, an attendants’ gift, a shower gift… it can seem overwhelming. Let them know that you consider their participation itself to be their wedding gift to you. If more than one shower is proposed, ask the host to think about themes that don’t require a cash outlay for a gift, such as a recipe shower. Events like that are a welcome change of pace and encourage attendants to be extra creative and thoughtful when putting together gifts.

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whenever possible and be attentive to guests at the reception. They will do their utmost to help you carry out your wedding plans, but that doesn’t mean they need to cater to your every whim.

Be respectful of their time and resources.

Be clear about your expectations and whether you have particular assignments in mind. Set up “communication central” and be sure that all your attendants can access it. While keeping everyone in the loop is critical, bombarding them with daily posts is excessive. you’re No. dreaming of a bacheloretteIfweekend {Bachelorette}

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in Las Vegas, well, that’s a group decision, too. It’s a modern myth that the attendants must host a shower or a bachelor or bachelorette party for the bride and/or groom. Given their fi nancial commitments, no bridesmaid or usher should be forced to shell out for a party that’s beyond their budget.

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our 2010 favorites

We love wedding photos — & lucky for us, here at wellwed magazine we get to see lots of them. Sent to us by photographers, brides and grooms, friends & families, these posed shots and candid snaps document memorable moments from another spring & summer wedding season gone by.

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Amy Bourne and Jesse Peck met online. Things seemed to go well as they got to know each other via email, but there was one lingering doubt that kept Amy from agreeing to a real date. “I didn’t believe one of Jesse’s profile pictures — of him in midair, coasting off a ski-race jump — was real,” says Amy. It wasn’t until Jesse provided her with the Boston Globe article in which the photo had appeared that the two finally met in person.

Initially, they took it slow. Amy was happy living in Manhattan, as was Jesse in Brooklyn, and both enjoyed getting to know each other’s homes. One day, Amy mentioned that she would love to bicycle through Brooklyn, and Jesse surprised her with a vintage Schwinn, complete with a basket and bell. “We rode around Prospect Park, to Coney Island, Red Hook, and Ocean Parkway,” says Amy. As they got to know the city — and each other — better, they found themselves in love. But it was on a trip to Canada to celebrate the 400th anniversary of Quebec City’s Winter Carnival that Jesse finally realized he had found The One. “Six months of dating, 10 hours driving each way, a day of skiing at Mont Saint Anne, trekking through mountains of snow for cassoulet and Bordeaux, and finally, Jesse was ready to go steady,” says Amy. During the summer of the following year, Amy and Jesse visited the Hamptons and decided to bike up Montauk’s rolling hills to the town’s historic lighthouse. As they recovered on the rocks, Jesse took a ring out of his pocket. “Delirious from the heat, we joke that neither of us remembers exactly what happened,” says Amy. When she accepted, the couple celebrated with a refreshing dip in the chilly Atlantic waves before hopping back on their bikes to continue the day’s fun.

AS THEY BEGAN PLANNING THE WEDDING, MANY WONDERFUL, SERENDIPITOUS EVENTS CONVINCED THEM THAT FATE WAS ON THEIR SIDE.

As they began planning the wedding, many wonderful, serendipitous events convinced them that fate was on their side. First, it turned out that their floral designer had grown up summering in the same town in Maine where Jesse had spent his childhood, and had already constructed a huppa from Maine-grown trees that the couple felt was the perfect structure for them to be married under. “As Jesse is an architect, the home that the huppa from Maine represented felt connected and symbolic,” says Amy. The next charmed occurrence came when they visited Amy’s mother in Cape Cod shortly after becoming engaged. Out of curiosity, Amy asked her if she still happened to have her own wedding gown.

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Amy and Jesse’s wedding day was a lot like their relationship — unhurried, relaxed, and sweet. Guests played catch with old baseball gloves as the sun set after cocktail hour, and the bride and groom impressed everyone by kicking off the reception with a nontraditional first dance to the Ting Ting’s “That’s Not My Name.” “It definitely set the tone for the rest of the evening and was worth the hours of dance lessons in our tiny living room in the city,” says Amy. After a perfect evening and a few surprises — Amy’s 89-year-old grandfather boogied to Bon Jovi’s “Living on a Prayer” as guests circled around him, cheering — the bride and groom left the celebration, knowing they were one step further along in their journey together, thanks in part to one vintage Schwinn bicycle.

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She did — and when Amy tried it on, she found it to be a perfect fit.

At first, she didn’t plan to wear it, but after trying on various gowns in New York, she realized her mom’s dress felt the most comfortable. Later, at the reception, she strung up old family photos and was delighted at her guests’ reactions: “I loved watching people discover the one of my mom, who I look so much like, at her own 1972 wedding and making the connection.”

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Carly Childers and Ted Friedman met on the first day of law school in Denver, Colorado, and as they both fondly remember, neither had any doubt that they had found true love. As Carly explains it, “We noticed each other on day one, and after some chips, salsa, and a few margaritas, we were both off the market by day two.” The new couple navigated school together, studying side by side for exams, traveling with each other during holidays, and finally preparing together to graduate and take the bar exam. “After years in school, trips back home, traveling far away, and spending nearly every day together since we arrived in Denver, we were more than ready to put just one name on our mailbox,” says Carly.

After taking the bar exam in Colorado, Carly and Ted escaped for a couple of weeks to Pilot Hill Farm in Martha’s Vineyard, where Ted grew up, for a relaxing getaway. One morning, Ted woke Carly as the sun was rising over a mist-veiled ocean and suggested they take a walk along the shore. Ted brought coffee and muffins from Carly’s favorite bakery, and it wasn’t long before they settled in on a blanket on the sand, musing over how much they had grown as a couple. “Ted told me that he couldn’t imagine spending his life with anyone else, and then he got on one knee and asked me to marry him,” says Carly.

It was an honest and relaxed moment, with no need for elaborate gestures or fanfare. As the warming sun burned off the fog from the gentle morning waves, Carly accepted.

AFTER MONTHS OF PLANNING, ALL THE ELEMENTS WERE IN PLACE FOR THE BEST ARIZONA-INSPIRED WEDDING MARTHA’S VINEYARD HAD EVER SEEN.

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Though Carly is from Tucson, Arizona, she knew Pilot Hill Beach was the perfect place for their wedding. However, she wanted to incorporate a touch of home by making use of desert elements.

Beginning by settling on neutral tones for their color palette — camel, linen, raffia, dusty rose, and charcoal grey — she also worked cacti, rocks, sand, and succulents into the décor. A Caroline Herrera gown with ruffles gave off a funky Southwestern vibe, and the couple made special arrangements for festive Mexican food to be shipped from a restaurant in Tucson to be served at the reception. After months of planning, all the elements were in place for the best Arizona-inspired wedding the island had ever seen.

On the morning of the wedding, the bride surprised her bridesmaids with custom-made charm bracelets featuring personalized charms for each of them that recalled moments they had shared together.

“Watching their faces and smiles as they opened them and went through each charm, remembering certain times together with me, was priceless,” she says. At their beachside ceremony, Carly honored

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Perhaps the couple’s favorite part of the day was their first kiss as husband and wife. Each guest rang a tiny bell, creating gorgeous music and providing them with wedding bells even though they hadn’t been married in a church. After saying their vows in the very same spot where Ted had proposed, the couple made their way down the aisle together among the bells, eager to begin their journey as husband and wife.

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her late father by including in the program a quote of his that he had written for her high school yearbook, which had been published shortly after he died. In reference to their favorite movie to watch together, The Princess Bride, the quote read, “It’s inconceivable how quickly my princess bride grew up, I hope your life goes as you wish.” Carly’s brother also read a tale from Greek mythology about Odysseus and his journey home to his wife, a story that their father had read to them many times growing up. “It was such a perfect nod to my dad and our childhood, while also being meaningful and relevant to the journey Ted and I are embarking on,” says Carly.

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Having recently graduated from college, Becca and Mike were both braving the bright lights of Boston, scared out of their wits, when they met through Mike’s cousin Taylor, who had been a close friend of Becca’s in school. When Taylor introduced them, in Becca’s basement apartment, the sparks flew, but not in the conventional way. Instead, a playfully mocking banter ensued between them, with Becca poking fun at Mike’s clothes and Mike suggesting Becca should consider a different hairstyle. “The banter really snowballed from there,” says Becca. “And after several unhinged nights bowling downtown, a perfect pair within a giant group, the two of us were dating in no time.” Before they knew it, Becca and Mike were sharing a tiny Beacon Street studio apartment for one formative winter, undeniably in love.

While traveling together in Bar Harbor, Maine, Mike knew it was the perfect opportunity to propose. Becca was running in her first half-marathon, and the two were staying at a local bed and breakfast.

While Becca ran in the race, Mike worked with the inn’s chef to prepare a table of champagne, flowers, and candles in their room.

Meeting Becca at the finish line, Mike chatted with her as idly as possible, secretly feeling weak in the knees. As they approached the inn, Mike led her into the gardens with a question about the flowers. Becca, a gardener at heart, couldn’t resist the lush blooms.

Fumbling to find the ring in its hiding place within his camera bag, Mike swiveled to one knee, asking simply, “Bee, will you marry me?”

Naturally, she accepted.

BECCA AND MIKE’S BACKYARD WEDDING CELEBRATION WAS A LOT LIKE THEIR LOVE – SWEET AND SIMPLE YET UTTERLY EXTRAORDINARY.

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Months later, Becca and Mike were visiting Martha’s Vineyard on a rainy winter day for Becca’s mother’s birthday when she gazed into the backyard and found herself imagining a wedding there. She and Mike had already begun planning a celebration in a historic mansion in Vermont but had never been quite set with the idea. “I asked Mike how he felt about the change, and immediately he was into it. It was the piece that was missing,” says Becca. After that, everything seemed to fall into place for the couple, with their West Tisbury celebration planned for September.

Anyone holding an outdoor wedding inevitably has to come up with a rain plan, especially in the fickle New England climate. However, as Hurricane Earl approached the East Coast, the couple’s original rain plan — the Chillmark Community Center — was designated as the region’s emergency shelter. Many of the wedding guests had made the

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Under sunny blue skies, Becca walked down the aisle that day wearing the same drop-pearl earrings and cathedral-length veil her sister had worn at her wedding. Taking their own spin on the seven blessings, family and friends of the bride and groom contributed one poem, three readings, a song, and original blessings from each of their parents. The reception made use of gold and champagne tones, with raspberry accents. Looking back, Becca remembers one of her favorite parts of the day as being serenaded not just once, but twice. Mike began by singing “Bring It on Home” by Sam Cooke while strumming on his guitar, and later, all of her bridesmaids circled her on the floor and sang along to her favorite song, “Hold On” by Wilson Phillips.

Dancing together in the light of the moon on their sweet and simple wedding day, Becca and Mike could not have asked for anything more.

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trip early to avoid the storm, but the couple fell asleep on the eve of the wedding to howling winds and sheet-like rain, with no idea what the next day would look like. As luck would have it, “On Saturday morning at 4:30 a.m., I woke up to find almost dry grass. It felt like a fantasy,” says Becca.

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Any bride with plans for a do-it-yourself wedding hidden up her laceadorned sleeve knows that a true DIY event requires a lot of help from family and friends. That was the case for Alicia and Shez, who took on a lot of DIY projects in the months leading up to their Wellfleet wedding, all from their cozy apartment in London.

Alicia and Shez were eager to make their wedding a playful, unconventional, and whimsical celebration of their love that was also an honest reflection of their personalities. They had originally met at a “fancy dress” party in London, at which the guests wore costumes representing different tube stops in the city. “We were together for about two years, crossing London to stay over at each other’s houses, before we moved in together,” says Alicia.

While hiking together on the west coast of Wales one weekend, they began to talk about marriage, and both were surprised at how serious the discussion became. “Then and there it was decided that it felt like the loveliest and most natural thing for us to do,” says Alicia. On a bluff overlooking the bay, the couple celebrated with sandwiches and ale, totally content and completely in love.

Months before the wedding, the bride-and-groom-to-be set to work on their homemade decorations, starting by creating about 500 feet of vibrant bunting. Luckily, many of their friends were happy to help, and the bunting ended up being one of the best décor elements of the day. The couple’s invitations were lovingly hand-drawn by one friend who happened to be an artist, and printed on a gocco by a second friend — one in London and one in New York, who had never met yet worked seamlessly together.

THE MORNING OF THE WEDDING, SEVERAL FAMILY MEMBERS CROWDED THE KITCHEN AT ALICIA’S GRANDMOTHER’S HOUSE, BUSILY BAKING CAKES AND PIES FOR THE CELEBRATION.

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Alicia and Shez created their own table numbers using different patterns of quirky fabric and making them into mini-flags. “We sewed all the number flags with a friend and then painted cereal box cartons to make them stand up straight,” says Alicia. They placed them in antique soda bottles that Shez filled with sand he had collected from Cahoon Hollow Beach the day before the wedding.

One of the biggest challenges for Alicia and Shez was not the DIY projects themselves, but the problem of transporting the results across "the pond" to Massachusetts. Despite their best efforts, many of their planned items were simply impossible to ship overseas.

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The morning of the wedding, several family members crowded the kitchen at Alicia’s grandmother’s house, busily baking cakes and pies for the celebration. Though the celebration was moved indoors due to rain, and a few pieces of décor got wet in the process, the room looked gorgeous nonetheless. “I felt a bit sad to see the decorations I’d spent months making slowly disintegrate, but it looked completely beautiful anyway,” says Alicia. Guests helped themselves to a decadent dessert buffet that boasted rich English-style trifle, cupcakes, cakes, and pies.

Alicia and Shez were pleased with the outcome of all of their hard work. The day was joyous and ended up being a true celebration of their personalities — and their love. However, both know they couldn’t have done it without help. As Alicia explains, “This wedding was very much a product of many lovely people pitching in.”

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to transport them,” says Alicia.

There were some successes, though, such as the ribbons Alicia had come across at a local shop in London and had shipped to Massachusetts; the ribbons were given out to guests to double as name tags and place cards, a charming and homey touch.

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During the years that Jaclyn and Trevor spent at Boston College, a mutual friend of theirs repeatedly told them they were perfect for one another. Somehow, though, it wasn’t until the fall of their senior year that they finally met. By the spring semester they were dating, and they happily informed their friend that he had been completely right.

“It just seemed natural because he was the person I always wanted to be around and who made me laugh the loudest,” says Jaclyn.

Though Trevor is from New York City, he stayed in Boston after graduation, unwilling to move away from Jaclyn. However, Jaclyn was soon offered a job as an overnight producer and morning news anchor for a television station in Binghamton, New York. Thus began nearly five years of long-distance dating. “We both feel it allowed us time to work on ourselves and our careers,” says Jaclyn. “Having a long-distance relationship can be challenging, but we always made time for one another.” If anything, the time apart only reaffirmed that they were meant for each other.

During Memorial Day weekend of 2009, Trevor planned a getaway for them in Vermont, complete with a stay at the luxurious Twin Farms in Barnard. On Sunday, the couple went for a hike along the winding trails of a nearby mountain. With sunlight filtering through the lush spring foliage, the day couldn’t have been more beautiful.

When they stopped for a short break on the trail, Trevor seized the moment and asked Jaclyn to be his wife — but the romance of the day wasn’t over yet. “We returned to our cottage, where there was champagne on ice, a lobster lunch waiting for us, and a beautiful bouquet of flowers,” says Jaclyn.

“HE WAS THE PERSON I ALWAYS WANTED TO BE AROUND AND WHO MADE ME LAUGH THE LOUDEST,” SAYS JACLYN.

Jaclyn grew up spending summers with her family at the Chatham Bars Inn, and later at her father’s house on Strong Island. Trevor fell in love with the region as soon as she introduced him to the quiet waters and sunny summer days of the Cape. “We both have traveled around the world and agree there’s no place better than the Cape in August,” says Jaclyn. With so many shared memories of the area, there seemed no better place for them to be married than right there at the Chatham Bars Inn. The pair embarked on planning for a true destination wedding weekend — complete with a pre-wedding beach party and an elaborate outdoor celebration. Jaclyn’s goal was to make her wedding one of the best her 200 guests had ever attended. After a sweet and personal ceremony in which their pastor read aloud their written

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Guests wrapped up the evening in the Chatham Bars Inn’s luxurious ballroom, complete with delicious late-night snacks, a DJ, and a light show pulsing with the energy of a nightclub. Guests enjoyed a ten minute fireworks display, many huddled in pashminas, passed out by servers to keep everyone warm. Their celebration more than satisfied Jaclyn’s aim of providing the best wedding her guests had ever attended. After all, Jaclyn and Trevor’s extraordinary love had survived years of separation, so it was only natural that they be honored with an extraordinary celebration.

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letters explaining why they wanted to marry each other, attendees arrived at the Chatham Bars Inn for a lively celebration. Spirited swing dancers performed to the music of an energetic big band. The couple chose to serve a huge variety of appetizers followed by a lighter meal so everyone could spend as much time as possible on the dance floor.

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Just before Thanksgiving in 2009, Katie Cook and Dan Suozzi went out to dinner, eager to spend a little time alone before the holiday festivities began. Katie, however, had no idea that Dan was planning to make this a dinner she would remember forever. A longtime friend of the restaurant’s owner, he had arranged for the room to be empty by the time they finished their meal. After the last of the customers had gone, Dan asked Katie to close her eyes. “He took a ring he had given me, which I wore on my right ring finger, and slipped it onto my left hand, asking, ‘Will you marry me?’” she says. In actuality, while her eyes were closed, Dan switched the inexpensive ring with a diamond engagement ring. “It took me a few minutes to look down at my hand and realize that the proposal was real, at which time I gasped, ‘Yes!’” says Katie. The couple didn’t have to go far to share the good news — Dan had invited their families and friends to a restaurant right next door.

Katie and Dan met through a mutual friend at Duke University, but it wasn’t until they both moved to New York City and found themselves at many of the same social events that they began to date. They agree that their attraction to each other was magnetic and undeniable. “We both knew very early on that we were destined to be married one day,” Katie says simply.

At the beginning of their relationship, Katie traveled to Nantucket with Dan and fell in love with the island. Her mother happened to be looking for a summer rental at the time, and at Katie’s suggestion, she rented a home just outside the main town. Her family has since spent every summer there, so naturally, it was the perfect spot for the wedding. “Throughout our relationship, Nantucket was a place we both loved and had great memories of together,” says Katie.

“WE BOTH KNEW VERY EARLY ON THAT WE WERE DESTINED TO BE MARRIED ONE DAY,” KATIE SAYS SIMPLY.

Because many of the guests would be traveling long distances to attend, the couple planned three days worth of activities for everyone to enjoy. The groomsmen got a chance to show their competitive sides at a golf match, winning trophies for “Longest Drive,” “Closest to the Pin,” and “Biggest Loser” (for the player with the highest score) — honors they proudly presented at the rehearsal dinner.

Katie’s grandparents were unable to attend the wedding, so the couple made special arrangements for them to “host” a cocktail party that weekend. “We had a photo displayed of their wedding day and handed out candy almonds, which our grandfather always

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Katie and Dan wanted to make the wedding unique with the clever use of personal details. They had worked carefully with their reverend to select the readings and music, and as they exited the church, Katie’s cousin surprised her by playing the bagpipes. Instead of just a single wedding cake, Katie indulged her powerful sweet tooth by turning the cake table into a decadent dessert bar, complete with jars of candy and delicious cupcakes.

While the wedding went as smoothly as they could have hoped, a few days later, the bride and groom were surprised to receive an e-mail from a wedding crasher. “I’m 72 and my wife is 65,” the e-mail read, “but we were party crashers! I had the opportunity to dance with lots of your beautiful young guests and had a wonderful time. The reception was fantastic, and we wish you and your lovely bride all the happiness in the world.” Looking back, Katie and Dan can’t help but laugh about their uninvited guests. Some celebrations are so much fun, they simply can’t be missed.

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Growing up, she spent two weeks of every summer under the Nantucket sun, and when she met Aaron a mere 14 years later, an island wedding was still on her mind. They had met on their first day at Columbia Business School and began dating later that year. “From the moment we officially became a couple, everything seemed to flow naturally, and we realized that we were a pretty good team,” Sabrina says. Still, she didn’t notice how serious things had become until they traveled together to visit her family in Slovenia and Croatia during the summer of 2007. “After three weeks of traveling, Aaron and I found ourselves in a Munich hotel on our way home, eating cheeseburgers and drinking beer, and we realized we were in love,” she says.

Two years later, the couple was relaxing one lazy Saturday when Aaron glanced out the window and noticed ominous clouds gathering over the Hudson River. Unwilling to allow the weather to thwart his romantic plans for a sunset proposal, he urged Sabrina to join him for a walk along the water. He waited until he found a nice patch of grass before getting to one knee and sweetly asking Sabrina to marry him.

“We were both so nervous and in such shock that neither remembers what was said, but the results are all that matter,” says Sabrina.

THE COUPLE EMBARKED ON PLANNING FOR A FABULOUS OUTDOOR TENTED WEDDING CELEBRATION. THERE WAS ONLY ONE LITTLE PROBLEM — HURRICANE EARL.

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Nicole Whelden of Unique Nantucket Events worked tirelessly to execute their rain plan, moving the wedding to its indoor location of Sconset Casino and arranging for Zofia Waig of Zofia Photography to come to the rescue when the couple’s New York City photographer canceled because of the storm. Nearly all the guests attended, and when Sabrina and Aaron awoke the morning of their wedding to a perfect, sunny morning, they knew there was nothing to worry about.

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The Sconset Casino was even better than the bride and groom could have imagined. “After fighting through Earl to get to Nantucket, I think all of us were ready to relax and have a good time,” says Sabrina. The dance floor was packed all evening, friends gave many impromptu dancing and singing performances, and guests even donned fake mustaches — which Aaron had arranged to be passed around on trays. It wasn’t quite the wedding they had planned on originally, but after they had said their “I do's” in the presence of all the people they loved, moving indoors and changing their plans hardly seemed like a compromise.

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“Ganesha, among other things, is the remover of obstacles. Little did she know when she let me borrow that, that we’d be dealing with Hurricane Earl!” she says.

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work with them on. “We do not have a minimum,” she says. “our couples and families can spend $2,000 or $20,000 and be given the same level of creativity and service.” By the time they were a few months away from the big day, Kelly and eric’s vision was set to come to life. the breathtaking ceremony took place outdoors at the Wychmere Harbor club, a gorgeous seaside spot. it was a very warm day, but the weather report predicted a rainstorm would take place at the same time as the vows. despite this potential hitch, Judy decided to go ahead and prepare the lawn, setting up and decorating the arbor with beautiful blooms, adorning the chairs with flowers, and scattering a petal carpet along the length of the aisle. the skies opened up just as the ceremony was completed, and as soon as the rain stopped, a beautiful rainbow appeared. it turned out to be a perfect wedding despite the weather, though Judy and her staff had chosen to remain onsite just in case they had to move the celebration indoors. “We will move all the décor around to make it all work. No bride should ever have to ‘settle’ for anything,” says Judy.

No matter how many obstacles are encountered over the course of a wedding, Judy never tires of the challenge of creating extraordinary events. “it makes it all worthwhile when we get a call from the honeymooning couple because they can’t wait to tell us that the flowers and décor were more beautiful than they ever could have expected,” she says. {featured professionals} FAVORS: the pink polka dot pinkpolkadotevents.com (page 95) FLORAL DESIGN: all about flowers for weddings allaboutflowersforweddings.com (page 22) INVITATIONS: dulce press dulcepress.com (page 95) PHOTOGRAPHY: hike photography hikephotography.com

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{9} A chic hairpiece made of goose, ostrich, and stripped coque feathers is matched with vintage rhinestone earrings, designed by Lo Boheme; {10} Melissa Sweet’s flirty mini-length baby-doll frock has curbside appeal with embellished appliqué and a hemline that is short and sweet. A headband of hand-dyed velvet ribbon by Lo Boheme adds a dash of creative color. Vintage necklace.

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{NO. 10} a homespun ring pillow is made even sweeter with the inclusion of a hand-painted, solid chocolate ring atop berry-inspired beads, baubles & ribbons, from promise me chocolate; {NO. 11} sumptuous, hand-painted gems are almost as good as the real thing, from promise me chocolate; {NO. 12} set atop vintage heels & accented with decorative floral adornments, these elegantly detailed invitations start the celebration off on the right foot, designed by ceci new york;

{NO. 13} an antique amethyst cut-glass sugar bowl sports a cheerful assortment of sweet pea, scabiosa, lilacs & fern shoots & a bold feather accent, designed by lilacs.

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DELICIOUS DESSERTS (page 5) bakes every cake from scratch using only the finest ingredients. pastry chef lisa raffael uses her exceptional talent to create cakes that can only be described as extraordinary.

LILACS (page 19) has a strong reputation for translating a bride’s personal style into the floral design, channeling classic romanticism to craft memorable flowers.

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the forest, adorned with charming mushroom & snail details & set within a handsome wooden base, designed by griffin-vites watercolor stationery; {NO. 13} a lush bouquet of garden roses, ranunculus, parrot tulips, cobra lilies, fiddlehead ferns & callas is woodlandchic, while layers of silk, raffia, twill & burlap ribbons cascade from the handle to add casual flair, designed by soir辿e floral.

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bring the serene beauty of the natural world into your ceremony with a combination of familiar green, brown & creamy white tones, reassembled in unexpected ways. david seaver

{lOVely layerS} set atop an amusingly rustic tree-bark cake stand, a fondantwrapped hazelnut creation designed by jodi's cakes is enveloped with a striking chocolate fondant band & accented with fresh succulents, while layers of pin-tuck silk dupioni linens cascade flawlessly from a tabletop bathed in romantic candlelight, designed by placesetters, inc.

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PL AC E SE TT E R S , I NC. (page 47) is one of nantucket’s best resources for high-Quality party rentals, with a broad range of carefully chosen tableware and linens that complement the island’s natural colors.

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bouquet of lush, punchy blooms with a tumble of cheerful ribbon rests against a distinctive blue goblet-like vessel, by tara pollio floral-event design; {NO. 3} fresh flower details are the icing on the cake for this rolled fondant creation, accented with peach swiss dots, designed by cakes by liz; {NO. 4} a spill of freshly colored ribbons & silk & tulle flower is sophisticated yet playful; {NO. 5} a couple’s wedding logo is cleverly incorporated in their save the dates, illustrated with charming images that represent their last names, all against the background of jaunty pink & white stripes, designed by cheree berry.

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{NO. 6} set alongside bold blue vessels bursting with fresh blooms, a playfully striped pink & white wedding map welcomes guests to the celebration, designed by cheree berry; {NO. 7} a vibrant blue vintage cake topper, bursting with fresh blossoms, is a fun way to juxtapose a classic look with fresh & fun color, designed by dandeneau flowers; {NO. 8} antique hydrangea nestled in vintage blue glass jars are a playful addition to pretty & punchy d辿cor; {NO. 9} set amidst remnants of beach glass, nauticalinspired place cards are cheerfully accented with hot pink stripes for a jaunty effect, designed by dulce press.

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our unabashedly vibrant palette of pink, peach & white with hints of blue ties the knot with a bow, perfect for any summer wedding celebration. here are some of our perfectly preppy professionals! the professionals CAKE S BY LIZ (page 187) offers an endless array of flavors and designs, working closely with each bride-to-be to ensure the cake is everything she could have imagined.

COOKIE CREATIVE S BY JENNIFER (page 158) specializes in creating one of a kind, delicious cookie favors from the highest Quality ingredients that perfectly complement any special event.

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{no. 2 beautiful days} a dreamy combination of jonquils, button mums & dahlias lends any vintage-inspired affair a touch of glamour & romance; {no. 3 the blue toad} sweet bouquets of roses & lisianthus are simple but full of personality; {no. 4 all about flowers for weddings} hints of green add punchy accents to a soft & pretty bouquet of

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{no. 1 patrice r. milley floral designers} classic pale white blooms — as in this combination of cymbidium orchids, crème de la crème roses, hydrangea & hypericum berries — never go out of style; {no. 2 soirée floral} a charming bouquet of scabiosa, scented geranium, hydrangea & hypericum berries is strikingly chic; {no. 3 lilacs} lush peonies, sweet peas, dusty miller, hydrangea & roses up the ante on elegance in this smart arrangement; {no. 4 fancy flowers} dashing yellow spray roses enliven this combination of ranunculus & cymbidium orchids; {no. 5 julie hilberg hunt} a bride mixes colorful veronica, scabiosa, lisianthus, fresh mint & lavender in her striking bouquet; {no. 6 joyce jaskula} coordinating their sunny-hued ballet flats with the yellow accents of their petals, these bouquets of crespedia, yellow roses, gerbera daisies & rosemary are the perfect match; {no. 7 flowers on chestnut} set in front of a sign celebrating the newlyweds, a vintage wheelbarrow is heaped with colorful bunches of hydrangea; {no. 8 lilacs} a bouquet of peonies, roses & sweet peas is subtle & stylish.

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{no. 1 flowers on chestnut} in anticipation of autumn, a fiery bouquet of roses, cymbidium orchids & calla lilies evokes fall’s foliage;{no. 2 dandeneau flowers} bursting with charm, a lively combination of peonies, red roses & calla lilies is accented with passion flower vine in a nod to summertime’s allure; {no. 3 annie rockwell} bridesmaids’ frocks in vivid green are a perfect backdrop for summer-inspired bouquets of alsteromeria, zinnias, spray roses & hydrangea; {no. 4 island ambiance} a bouquet of ranunculus, dahlias & hydrangea has an element of gardenfresh country simplicity; {no. 5 flowers on the vineyard} echoing the blue tones of the sea, a collection of hydrangea, roses, white scabiosa & freesia plays with color for a gorgeous result; {no. 6 casablanca florals} ivory feathers add a note of panache to a sweet bunch of calla lilies, hypericum berries & hydrangea; {no. 7 flowers by mary} a bouquet of matthiola incana, dahlias & hypericum berries is reminiscent of spring.

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{NO. 1 daily breads} jazzed up with adorable signs celebrating the newlyweds, indulgent chocolate cupcakes are heaped with an irresistible combination of chocolate & strawberry buttercream toppings; {NO. 2 crumbs bake shop} colorful toppings of sprinkles, cookies & peanut butter add a splash of summertime fun to tiers of tantalizing cupcakes, complete with mini-flags; {NO. 3 cupcake charlie's} it’s a tough choice between the “orange dreamsicle” cupcake — a yummy orange zest cake topped with orange buttercream frosting & candy fruit slices — & the “chocolate overload” — a triple threat of chocolate cake filled with rich chocolate ganache & topped with chocolate buttercream & double dutch icing; {NO. 4 daily breads} a clever alternative to a traditional cake, dainty key lime tarts are topped with a generous dollop of whipped cream.

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{NO. 1 Val Cakes} fresh strawberries & flowers make the perfect garnish for a strawberry shortcake creation, a nod to the summer season; {No. 2 Jodi’s Cakes} the island’s natural bounty comes alive with flowers bursting from an exquisite nantucket basket cake, created with an intricate weave of buttercream over chocolate fudge cake with bittersweet chocolate ganache filling; {NO. 3 delicious desserts} unique & funky inverted-pyramid layers lend a modern edge to a classic yellow cake with lemon filling adorned with hand-painted sugar magnolias; {NO. 4 Konditor Meister} vibrant rolledchocolate ruffles crown this buttercream cake delight, hinting at the raspberry ganache within; {NO. 5 Val Cakes} layers of cherry buttercream, chocolate meringue & chocolate truffle filling are wrapped in fondant & adorned with scrollwork & swiss dots; {NO. 6 Delicious Desserts} a hand-crafted sailor’s knot is a simple but meaningful accent for a white cake with cookies & cream filling; {NO. 7 Jodi’s Cakes} an eye-catching stamp garland by studio d.sharp elevates a simple multi-tiered cake of ivory fondant, accented with fresh flowers.

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Pristine white-sand beaches & luXurious amenities make this intimate caribbean resort a Perfect getaway for destination weddings & honeymoons.

destination victoria house resort - belize

the Victoria House caters to couples looking for something exceptional, whether it be an u n for g et t a ble we d d i n g c e r e mony, a r om a nt ic hone y mo on get a w a y, or a

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one of central america’s best-kept secrets is the tiny, english-speaking country of Belize. Located a short distance south of cancún, Mexico, on the caribbean sea, Beli ze is home to the Victoria House resort, a place many consider to be one of the last of its kind for its old World ch a r m. up a nd dow n t he shor e s of ambergris caye, the largest of Belize’s isla nds, visitors ca n be seen wa lk ing along sparkling white-sand beaches and happily dozing in seaside hammocks under gently swaying palms. the resort’s serene, laid-back setting allows guests to kick back, relax, and unwind in true caribbean fashion.

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the intimate atmosphere makes it the ideal place for a romantic wedding ceremony or honeymoon. with only 42 accommodations, the tropical oasis offers an unparalleled setting to celebrate your nuptials in style. combination of the two. the resort offers a luxurious wedding package that includes everything from tropical floral arrangements and a wedding coordinator to the ceremony and even the wedding cake. guests can choose from a variety of accommodations, all with ocean views and some which lie amid lush tropical gardens. the resort has just forty two suites of different sizes, ensuring an exclusive atmosphere that sets it apart from larger, less intimate properties.

Honeymooners can take part in an array of fun activities. Fishing, diving, and snorkeling are always available, as are more exotic options like helicopter tours over the island and indigenous bird-watching expeditions. of course, for those more interested in relaxation, the resort will pamper you with one of its many luxurious spa services, such as a seaside massage or a facial. the Victoria House has a number of luxurious accommodation packages available, specially tailored to specific interests. some examples include the “reef romance package” where snorkeling excursions and unlimited use of the resort's kayaks are arranged, or the “Jungle package” in which some of the perks include a guided tour of the Natural History center, horseback riding, and a sunset kayak cruise. packages are offered in a wide range of options, guaranteeing each couple something that they will enjoy.

Victoria House has three separate dining options, from casual to semiformal. the resort utilizes local ingredients whenever possible, including fresh seafood entrees, in their innovative, internationallyinspired dishes, all prepared with Belizean flair sure to please the palette. the splendor of the island’s cuisine does not stop at the resort’s grounds — the quaint village of san pedro is just a short drive away and offers many restaurants, as well as great shopping and art galleries.

boasting the largest barrier reef in the western hemisphere, couples interested in snorkeling & diving are encouraged to explore the natural wonders of the caribbean sea. for more information visit: romantictravelbelize.com

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With its luxurious accommodations, exciting activities, and exquisite food, all set against a stunning caribbean backdrop, Victoria House resort is an ideal destination for magnificent weddings and amazing honeymoons alike.

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Pamper yourself with luxury as our professionals work to create a custom bridal hair design tailored to your personality and event style. Enhance your natural beauty with our bridal makeup artistry.

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nestled among the stately maJestic homes of old whaling caPtains in edgartown, this elegant & inViting seaside ProPerty is a true island gem.

destination winnetu - martha's vineyard

offering each couple the services of their own personal wedding coordinator, the resort has streamlined the wedding planning process to allow couples a relaxing and joyous celebration. the property offers exquisite ocean views, as well as an array of facilities for all things nuptial — whether it be the rehearsal dinner, ceremony, reception, or post-wedding brunch. this all-encompassing resort allows guests to relax, knowing they will not have to travel to separate locations throughout the course of the weekend. the resort’s executive chef will cater to every request for meals of up to 145 guests, and an

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guests attending a wedding at the winnetu oceanside resort can look forward to listening to the soft crash of waves, lounging in adirondack chairs beside a rippling pond, or indulging in some on-site yoga. on-site wedding coordinator will happily recommend local wedding professionals to handle any details not offered by the resort. a wide range of accommodations makes the property ideal for destination weddings. guests accommodations include a two bedroom cottage or a two or four bedroom suite at the Winnetu Hotel, one of 50 suites and studios at the adjoining Winnetu inn, or one of several three to five bedroom town homes at the adjacent Mattakesett. the range of

accommodation options makes the resort a fantastic place for couples planning a large wedding on Martha’s Vineyard. the Winnetu oceanside resort has no shortage of ceremony venues. couples can say their “i do’s” alongside the crashing waves of south Beach, inside a charming gazebo on the resort’s lawn, atop an outdoor deck offering expansive ocean views, or inside the property’s intimate library. the Winnetu also offers the “Mattakesett room” for larger weddings, a light and airy banquet space boasting high ceilings and charming French doors leading to an adjacent patio.

Quaint and quintessentially New england, edgartown is the perfect location for a destination wedding. easily accessible by ferry, Martha’s Vineyard’s first colonial settlement is ripe with history, featuring an outstanding collection of greek revival houses built in the 19th century by whaling captains, including the famous home of captain Valentine pease, mentioned in Herman Melville’s Moby Dick. guests can hop on a complimentary shuttle service and arrive in the heart of edgartown in just minutes, where movie theaters, boutiques, restaurants, the Martha’s Vineyard Museum, and the edgartown Lighthouse await them.

the winnetu’s wide range of accommodations, private wedding coordinator, luxurious amenities & beach access make it one of the best locations in the region for couples who want to give their guests the ultimate destination wedding experience. for more information visit: WinnetU.com

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guests can look forward to spending the wedding weekend listening to the soft crash of waves, lounging in adirondack chairs beside a rippling pond, or indulging in some on-site yoga. at the Winnetu oceanside resort, your adventure together is just beginning.

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{no. 8} always baked fresh to order, these sweet treats from cookie creatives by jennifer are unique favors that pay homage to any coastal wedding. cookiecreatives.com; {no. 9} highly concentrated for maximum suds, nantucket natural oils’ luxury bubble bath is unscented, allowing each couple to make it their own. nantucketnaturaloils.com; {no. 10} made with concord grapes & a hint of peach,

cape cod winery’s regatta wine pairs perfectly with wedding cakes bursting with raspberry ganache. capecodwinery.com

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Beautiful Things

Bee & Blossom Florist

508.627.7001 atlanticmv.com

888.703.7286 giftsbybeautifulthings.com

508.771.3345 beeandblossom.com

atlantic fish & chop house’s multiple indoor and outdoor dining areas, with stunning views of edgartown harbor, are the perfect setting for your special private event. we offer a dazzling array of cuisine, from classic steakhouse favorites to fresh local seafood creations, served by a professional staff for every detail.

our specialty is custom design total design, favors, stationery, and any other detail that makes your wedding uniquely you - a celebration to remember! “i am amazed at the recollection of special “touches” that guests noticed, you truly went beyond in every detail and were a joy to work with.” - lisa.

bee & blossom is an award-winning, full-service fl orist specializing in custom design for weddings and special events. our unique approach has garnered us the preferred vendor status on cape cod from winston flowers of boston. please call owner and designer lou anne colombo to set up a consultation.

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we offer a variety of custom live music choices, including soloists and a ten piece band—perfect for weddings a n d ot h e r eve nts. fo r l i ste n i n g , dancing, or both—choose from swing, society or classic rock.

Atlantic Fish & Chop House

Boston Cigar Factory

Boston Wedding Films

Cakes By Liz

Cape Cod Valet

617.429.1169 bostoncigarfactory.com

617.461.6809 bostonweddingfilms.com

508.696.8444 cakesbyliz.com

508.367.5093 capecodvalet.net

add the unique excitement of live cigar rolling to entertain your guests. new england’s most established and only handmade cigar rolled in the cuban tradition. specially designed complimentary custom labels, by the box or on site. a family tradition since 1996.

because your wedding matters... because your day is a blur... because boston wedding films’ cinematography lasts a lifetime. at boston wedding films we create amazing wedding films that embrace all the wonderful moments and experiences to be shared, enjoyed, and cherished over and over again.

cakes by liz, located on the island of martha’s vineyard, will create a wedding cake that is a beautiful work of art as well as a delicious treat for you and your guests. we work closely with you to ensure that your expectations are met by offering an endless selection of flavors and designs. include our signature petit fours, or pastries for a special treat!

the first impression begins at the curb. with over eleven years of professional parking experience, we bring a touch of class with our valet service that your guests won’t soon forget. focused on providing high-quality valet service and superior customer satisfaction, cape cod valet will go to great lengths to exceed your expectations on your special day.

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866.912.2737 classycomforts.net

508.360.3781 dks-custompoetry.com

chase couture carries designer labels and updated fashions for every groom and groomsmen’s needs. our style concierge will assist you in choosing the best look for your special day, and our on-site tailor will fit the suit to your specific measurements and desires.

cisco brewers is a craft brewery on nantucket island, located near cisco beach on bartlett farm road. we’ve been selling good fresh beer since 1995, when our tiny operation was the country’s only outdoor brewery and our tasty new products just kept pouring. we are the perfect fi t for your wedding celebration.

classy comforts understands there are many details in making a bride and groom’s special day perfect for themselves, their family, and friends. a sparkling restroom is just one of those details. our luxurious mobile restroom suite is available to complement your memorable day.

custom poetry for your wedding, invitations, and gifts for the bridal party. your thoughts, memories, and special moments will be woven into a unique blend of words to create a special touch to your wedding and a treasured keepsake for years to come.

Megan Chapin Calligraphy

Michael’s Creative Baking

Nantucket Catering Company

508.641.5009 meganchapincalligraphy.com

508.775.8555 michaelscreativebaking.com

508.228.6281 nantucketcateringcompany.com

calligraphy sets the tone for your event. making that first impression with a hand-lettered envelope shows your guests they are special and that you really want them to be with you on your big day. invite them in style!

at michael’s creative baking, we strive to provide you with exceptional custom-designed wedding cakes that are not only delicious, but true works of art. our high quality products and unsurpassed service guarantees each client satisfaction from the initial inquiry to the final crumbs. allow us to utilize the very best ingredients to design an extraordinary cake for your extraordinary day.

your perfect nantucket wedding starts here. from the first phone call to waving goodbye to your guests, mark and eithne will be personally involved in every detail of your day. your wedding is one of life’s most treasured moments. let us help set the stage for a magical celebration.

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lavishly dunn, a boston and cape cod catering and event planning company, provides comprehensive event planning solutions to new england. jonathan dunn and his experienced team provide unique presentations and exceptional services to ensure that your event is a complete success. no request is too large or small for us.

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Full Spectrum Music 508.274.6242 fullspectrummusic.com Versatile, first class, live music for your rehearsal dinner, ceremony, cocktail hour or for dancing the night away. We offer custom ensembles from soloists to ten pieces, and work closely with you to set the perfect tone for your special day. Live music/ DJ packages are also available.

Considered the “Brides Choice” in Southern New England!

Hairstyling And Makeup Artistry By Ashley Brecken 781.858.6967 ashleybrecken.com

Just For You Florist & Gifts 508.564.9999 justforyoufloristandgifts.com

Kimberly Richard, Cosmetic Artist 508.725.6250 kimberlyrichard.com

I t ’s o n e o f t h e b i g g e s t d a ys o f your life. You want it to be perfect.

Yo u wa n t to fe e l g o rg e o u s a n d pampered. Together we will make it happen. Voted Best Bridal Hair And Makeup for 2009 and 2010 in Improper Bostonian Best of Boston.

Just For You specializes in wedding and special event design. Whether you are having a small backyard wedding or an elaborate gathering, we will cater to your unique style and needs. Our attention to detail, creative designs and competitive pricing keep us a cut above. Contact Jenn for more information.

Olive Art

Val Cakes

Village Green Inn

White Heat Swing Orchestra

508.971.9331 oliveartonline.com

508.274.0396 valcakes@comcast.net

508.444.8651 villagegreeninncapecod.com

617.354.7213 whiteheatswing@aol.com

Inspired by the unique history and beauty of your life together, every book is custom designed to capture the cherished memories of your personal love story. Available in an array of sizes, colors and themes, these handcrafted photo albums, engagement albums and guest books symbolize the individual character of your relationship.

Pastry Chef Valerie Stoyer will work with you in creating a mouthwatering masterpiece tailored to your special day with sophisticated flavors such as chocolate orange truffle with Grand Marnier, hazelnut praline or lemon white chocolate mousse with raspberries. Whether elegant & simple or wild & whimsical, these cakes are of superior quality, appearance & most important - taste.

A r e l a xe d , c a s u a l l y e l e g a n t i n n with the charm of the 19 th Century ove r l o o k i n g t h e h i s to r i c V i l l a g e Green in the heart of Falmouth, for your guests or your wedding party to enjoy. E xperience our en suite guest rooms in the main house or in the renovated carriage house.

“Come Fly With Me”, Boston’s Best Dance Band (Boston Magazine) , featured at Chatham Bars Inn and Wequassett Inn. Nationally acclaimed high energy swing band, Sinatra style vocals, Ella Fitzgerald repertoire, Salsa, Motown and R&B. Recorded for Warner Brothers and Walt Disney.

Backed up Norah Jones and Tony Bennett. Quartet to big band.

You’ve carefully selected the menu and picked the perfect dress, still, everyone’s eyes will be on you! Make sure you look absolutely radiant on the most photographed day of your life with on-site wedding makeup by cosmetic artist, Kimberly Richard. Natural, glowing, elegant or glamorous— Kimberly will work intimately with you.

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Vagabond View Photography

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Accommodations Chatham Bars Inn Chatham 508.945.0096 chathambarsinn.com p. 2 & 3 Village Green Inn Falmouth 508.444.8651 villagegreeninncapecod.com p. 189 Cakes Cupcake Charlie’s Mashpee 508.477.2253 cupcakecharlies.com p. 140 Delicious Desserts Falmouth 508.540.3352 deliciousdesserts.net p. 5 Konditor Meister Braintree 781.849.1970 konditormeister.com p. 126 Michael’s Creative Baking Hyannis 508.775.8555 michaelscreativebaking.com p. 188 Calligraphy Megan Chapin Calligraphy Uxbridge 508.641.5009 meganchapincalligraphy.com p. 188 Catering Blackstone Caterers Statewide 401.848.2030 blackstonecaterers.com p. 17 The Casual Gourmet Centerville 508.775.4946 thecasualgourmet.com p. 9 Eat Your Heart Out Caterers Falmouth 508.548.0250 eatyourheartoutcaterers.com p. 90 Lavishly Dunn Catering & Event Planning Norwell 617.921.8993 lavishlydunn.com p. 188 Sumptuous Events & Catering Orleans 508.255.3700 sumptuousfoodcatering.com p. 150 Destination Weddings Chatham Bars Inn Chatham 508.945.0096 chathambarsinn.com p. 2 & 3 Sea Crest Beach Hotel North Falmouth 508.540.9400 seacrestbeachhotel.com p. Inside Back Cover

Gowns & Formalwear Chase Couture Mashpee 508.539.7848 chasecouture.net p. 188

Victoria House Resort Ambergris Caye, Belize 215.469.2496 romantictravelbelize.com p. 178

Wildflower Linen Statewide 866.965.7775 wildflowerlinens.com p. 27

Entertainment 57 Heavy Centerville 508.280.8077 57heavy.com p. 38

Favors Amy’s Apples & Devilish Delights Smithfield 401.233.2000 amysapples.com p. 138

Coren Moore Statewide 617.247.2828 corenmoore.com p. 11

Boston Cigar Factory Wellesley 617.429.1169 bostoncigarfactory.com p. 187

Vineyard Vines Statewide 800.892.4982 vineyardvines.com p. 31

Atlas PyroVision Productions Jaffrey 800.321.5008 atlaspyro.com p. 182

Cookie Creatives by Jennifer Wilbraham 413.237.5513 cookiecreatives.com p. 158

Boston Cigar Factory Wellesley 617.429.1169 bostoncigarfactory.com p. 187

FlipChix Centerville 508.437.0775 flipchix.com p. 161

Hair & Makeup Blush Hingham 781.875.1007 blushweddingday.com p. 72

Cape Tunes Disc Jockeys East Sandwich 800.287.9245 capetunes.com p. 160

The Pink Polka Dot Falmouth 508.524.3244 pinkpolkadotevents.com p. 95

FlipChix Centerville 508.437.0775 flipchix.com p. 161

Scealu of South Shore Marshfield 781.248.0556 scealu.com p. 84

Full Spectrum Music Falmouth 508.274.6242 fullspectrummusic.com p. 189

Floral Design All About Flowers for Weddings Osterville 508.428.5387 allaboutflowersforweddings.com p. 22

Absolutely Music/Four Guys In Tuxes Falmouth 508.457.1583 fourguysintuxes.com p. 187

modernArtistry.com Statewide 617.797.3460 modernartistry.com p. 23 Sound Xplosion Mattapoisett 774.473.8368 soundxplosion.com p. 180 White Heat Swing Orchestra Cambridge 617.354.7213 whiteheatswing.com p. 189 Event Rentals, Linens & Lighting Be Our Guest, Inc. Roxbury 617.427.2700 beourguestpartyrental.com p. 18 Party Cape Cod & Sitting Pretty Pocasset 800.28.PARTY partycapecod.com sittingprettycovers.com p. 138 Rentals Unlimited Hyannis 888.2RENTUS rentals-unlimited.net p. 60 Sperry Tents Statewide 508.748.1792 sperrytents.com p. 48

Bee & Blossom Florist Hyannis 508.771.3345 beeandblossom.com p. 187 Casablanca Florals Falmouth 508.495.6899 casablancaflorals.com p. 127 Fancy Flowers East Orleans 508.255.1303 flowersbyfancy.com p. 96 Just For You Florist & Gifts Pocasset 508.564.9999 justforyoufloristandgifts.com p. 189 Lilacs Marstons Mills 508.428.3515 lilacsflorals.com p. 19 Patrice R. Milley Floral Designers Chatham 508.945.4173 patricermilley.com p. 13 Vintage Flowers of Osterville Osterville 508.428.6089 vintageflowerscapecod.com p. 184

Hairstyling & Makeup Artistry

by Ashley Brecken Statewide 781.858.6967 ashleybrecken.com p. 189 Kimberly Richard, Cosmetic Artist Sandwich 508.725.6250 kimberlyrichard.com p. 189 Stacey Kuehn East Sandwich 646.338.5325 staceykuehn.com p. 161 Wedding Tresses Plympton 781.585.0600 weddingtresses.com p. 182 Invitations Dulce Press Mashpee 774.836.0927 dulcepress.com p. 95 Emily Post Institute 800.444.4090 mmiddleton.us p. 41 Oyster Island Emporium Osterville 508.428.5050 oysterislandemporium.com p. 139 The Paper Tyger Statewide pprtyger@gmail.com thepapertyger.com p. 172 Photobooth FlipChix Centerville 508.437.0775 flipchix.com p. 161 Nantucket Photobooth Nantucket 508.228.3968 nantucketphotobooth.com p. 128 Photography Catchlight Images Watertown 617.285.4064 catchlightimages.com p. 46

Ciras Photography Marshfield 508.439.2361 cirasphotography.com p. 15 Elin Photography Mattapoisett 508.758.4591 elinphotography.com p. 166 Eric Barry Photography Wellesley 617.733.7444 ericbarryphotography.com p. 12 Katie Hall Photography Franklin 303.579.5087 katiehallphoto.com p. 96 Lumina Images Mattapoisett 774.473.9331 luminaimages.com p. 180 Meghann Gregory Photography Natick 508.333.5999 meghanngregory.com p. 84 modernArtistry.com Statewide 617.797.3460 modernartistry.com p. 23 Stacey Doyle Photography Statewide 401.954.6135 staceydoylephotography.com p. 126 Vagabondview Photography Falmouth 508.540.8439 vagabondview.com p. 162 White Loft Studio New England 978.325.0131 whiteloftstudio.com p. 26 Reception Sites Borsari Gallery Cape Cod Dennis Village 508.385.3434 borsarigallerycapecod.com p. 140 Chatham Bars Inn Chatham 508.945.0096 chathambarsinn.com p. 2 & 3 Chillingsworth Brewster 800.430.3640 chillingsworth.com p. 166 Indian Pond Country Club Kingston 781.585.9117 indianpondcountryclub.com p. 128 The Ridge Club Sandwich 508.428.6800 ridgeclubcapecod.com p. 91

Rehearsal dinners Borsari Gallery Cape Cod Dennis Village 508.385.3434 borsarigallerycapecod.com p. 140 related Services DKS Verse Centerville 508.360.3781 dks-custompoetry.com p. 188 Emily Post Institute 800.444.4090 mmiddleton.us p. 41 Spa Services Bellezza Salon Med Spa Falmouth 888.299.8303 spabellezza.com p. 125 Chatham Bars Inn Chatham 508.945.0096 chathambarsinn.com p. 2 & 3 Transportation Cape Cod Valet Centerville 508.367.5093 capecodvalet.net p. 187 KON Limousine Osterville 508.428.5025 konlimo.com p. 150 Travel & Honeymoon Chatham Bars Inn Chatham 508.945.0096 chathambarsinn.com p. 2 & 3 Victoria House Resort Ambergris Caye, Belize 215.469.2496 romantictravelbelize.com p. 178 videography Boston Wedding Films Statewide 617.461.6809 bostonweddingfilms.com p. 187 Wedding Coordination Alden Blair Events Boston 617.461.9194 aldenblairevents.com p. 172 Desiree Spinner Events Osterville 508.419.7449 desireespinnerevents.com p. 33 Elegant Engagements Forestdale 508.369.7444 capeweddingplanner.com p. 21 modernArtistry.com Statewide 617.797.3460 modernartistry.com p. 23

Big Sky Tent & Party Rentals Vineyard Haven 508.693.2237 bigskytent.com p. 72

White Loft Studio New England 978.325.0131 whiteloftstudio.com p. 26

Wedding Design Beautiful Things Fairhaven 888.703.7286 giftsbybeautifulthings.com p. 187

Classy Comforts Edgartown 866.912.2737 classycomforts.net p. 188

Reception Sites Atlantic Fish & Chop House Edgartown 508.627.7001 atlanticmv.com p. 187

Desiree Spinner Events Osterville 508.419.7449 desireespinnerevents.com p. 33 Wedding Registry & Gifts Olive Art Millis 508.971.9331 oliveartonline.com p. 189 Simon Pearce Statewide 617.450.8388 simonpearce.com p. 43 Williams-Sonoma Statewide 800.541.0015 williams-sonoma.com p. Back Cover

MARTHA'S VINEYARD

Cakes Cakes By Liz Vineyard Haven 508.696.8444 cakesbyliz.com p. 187

Val Cakes Edgartown 508.274.0396 valcakes@comcast.net p. 189 Catering Tea Lane Caterers Chilmark 508.645.FOOD tealanecaterers.com p. 29 Destination Weddings Harbor View Hotel & Resort Edgartown 508.627.6360 harbor-view.com p. Inside Front Cover Victoria House Resort Ambergris Caye, Belize 215.469.2496 romantictravelbelize.com p. 178

Seaside Celebrations Tent & Party Rentals Vineyard Haven 508.693.0556 seasidecelebrations.com p. 66 Sperry Tents Statewide 508.748.1792 sperrytents.com p. 48 Floral Design Dandeneau Flowers Vineyard Haven 508.693.5048 marthasvineyardweddingflowers.com

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Petal Floral Design Martha’s Vineyard 617.419.0235 petalfloraldesign.com p. 66 Gowns &Formalwear Coren Moore Statewide 617.247.2828 corenmoore.com p. 11 Vineyard Vines Statewide 800.892.4982 vineyardvines.com p. 31 Invitations Emily Post Institute 800.444.4090 mmiddleton.us p. 41 Photography Jocelyn Filley Photography Vineyard Haven 203.515.8946 filleyphotography.com p. 158 Katie Hall Photography Franklin 303.579.5087 katiehallphoto.com p. 96

The Boathouse Edgartown 508.627.3535 boathousemv.com p. 127 The Winnetu Oceanside Resort Edgartown 508.310.9922 winnetu.com p. 16 related Services Emily Post Institute 800.444.4090 mmiddleton.us p. 41 travel & honeymoon Victoria House Resort Ambergris Caye, Belize 215.469.2496 romantictravelbelize.com p. 178 videography Boston Wedding Films Statewide 617.461.6809 bostonweddingfilms.com p. 187 Wedding Coordination modernArtistry.com Statewide 617.797.3460 modernartistry.com p. 23 Wedding Registry & Gifts Simon Pearce Statewide 617.450.8388 simonpearce.com p. 43 Williams-Sonoma Statewide 800.541.0015 williams-sonoma.com p. Back Cover

NANTUCKET

Meghann Gregory Photography Natick 508.333.5999 meghanngregory.com p. 84

Accommodations Nantucket Island Resorts Nantucket 617.243.7802 nantucketislandresorts.com p. 6 & 7

modernArtistry.com Statewide 617.797.3460 modernartistry.com p. 23

The Wauwinet Nantucket 617.243.7802 wauwinet.com p. 6 & 7

modernArtistry.com Statewide 617.797.3460 modernartistry.com p. 23

Nicole Friedler Photography Edgartown 508.274.2399 nicolefriedler.com p. 4

The White Elephant Nantucket 617.243.7802 whiteelephanthotel.com p. 6 & 7

Event Rentals, Linens & Lighting Be Our Guest, Inc. Roxbury 617.427.2700 beourguestpartyrental.com p. 18

Randi Baird Photographer West Tisbury 508.696.5335 rbaird.com p. 91

Bar Service Cisco Brewers Nantucket 508.325.5929 ciscobrewers.com p. 188

entertainment Matt Walch - Singing The Big Band Standards Edgartown 888.226.2655 singermattwalch.com p. 159

Cakes Nantucket Bake Shop Nantucket 508.228.2797 nantucketbakeshop.com p. 149 Catering A Taste of Nantucket Nantucket 508.228.9200 atasteofnantucket.com p. 148

Gowns & Formalwear Coren Moore Statewide 617.247.2828 corenmoore.com p. 11

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Unique Weddings by Alexis Stoneham 617.833.5661 weddingsbyalexis.com p. 90

Vineyard Vines Statewide 800.892.4982 vineyardvines.com p. 31

The Wauwinet Nantucket 617.243.7802 wauwinet.com p. 6 & 7

Nantucket Catering Company Nantucket 508.228.6281 nantucketcateringcompany.com p. 188

Invitations Emily Post Institute 800.444.4090 mmiddleton.us p. 41

The White Elephant Nantucket 617.243.7802 whiteelephanthotel.com p. 6 & 7

Day of coordination Nantucket Island Events by Maureen Sullivan Nantucket 508.325.4756 nantucketislandevents.com p. 78

Jewelry brACKlet Nantucket 508.332.9803 bracklet.com p. 162

Rehearsal dinners Galley Beach Nantucket 508.228.9641 galleybeach.net p. 78

Photobooth Nantucket Photobooth Nantucket 508.228.3968 nantucketphotobooth.com p. 128

related Services Emily Post Institute 800.444.4090 mmiddleton.us p. 41

Unique Nantucket Events Nantucket 508.254.4693 uniquenantucket.com p. 37 Destination Weddings Nantucket Island Events by Maureen Sullivan Nantucket 508.325.4756 nantucketislandevents.com p. 78 The Westmoor Club Nantucket 508.228.9494 thewestmoorclub.com p. 8 entertainment modernArtistry.com Statewide 617.797.3460 modernartistry.com p. 23 Event Rentals, Linens, & lighting Be Our Guest, Inc. Roxbury 617.427.2700 beourguestpartyrental.com p. 18 Placesetters, Inc. Nantucket 508.228.2192 placesetters-inc.com p. 47 Sperry Tents Statewide 508.748.1792 sperrytents.com p. 48 Floral Design Beautiful Days Statewide kate@beautifuldaysevents.com beautifuldaysevents.com p. 184 SoirĂŠe Floral Event Design Nantucket 508.228.6684 soireefloral.com p. 25

Photography A Shared Vision Photography Nantucket 508.332.9091 asharedvisionphotography.com p. 160 Brea McDonald Photography Statewide 207.752.3430 breamcdonald.com p. 148 Cary Hazlegrove Photography Nantucket 508.257.9691 hazlegrove.com p. 39 Katie Hall Photography Franklin 303.579.5087 katiehallphoto.com p. 96 Meghann Gregory Photography Natick 508.333.5999 meghanngregory.com p. 84 modernArtistry.com Statewide 617.797.3460 modernartistry.com p. 23 White Loft Studio New England 978.325.0131 whiteloftstudio.com p. 26 Zofia Photography Nantucket 508.221.4693 zofiaphoto.com p. 35 Reception Sites Galley Beach Nantucket 508.228.9641 galleybeach.net p. 78 Nantucket Island Resorts Nantucket 617.243.7802 nantucketislandresorts.com p. 6 & 7

Transportation Island Buggies Auto Rental Nantucket 617.803.8948 islandbuggies.com p. 125 travel & honeymoon Victoria House Resort Ambergris Caye, Belize 215.469.2496 romantictravelbelize.com p. 178 videography Boston Wedding Films Statewide 617.461.6809 bostonweddingfilms.com p. 187 Wedding Coordination modernArtistry.com Statewide 617.797.3460 modernartistry.com p. 23 Nantucket Island Events by Maureen Sullivan Nantucket 508.325.4756 nantucketislandevents.com p. 78 Unique Nantucket Events Nantucket 508.254.4693 uniquenantucket.com p. 37 Wedding Registry & Gifts Simon Pearce Statewide 617.450.8388 simonpearce.com p. 43 Williams-Sonoma Statewide 800.541.0015 williams-sonoma.com p. Back Cover

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A wedding where you can kick up your heels and then, kick off your shoes.

No ocean can compete with the beauty of a bride, but it does join the celebration.

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