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contents Vol. 12, No. 6 | Fall/Winter 2013

love notes 5 color palettes 7 tips by josie 8 wedding shoes 9 go for gold 10 bride’s checklist 11 vogue wedding guide real weddings 16 hicks wedding 20 stockman wedding

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essentials 23 bridesmaid trends 24 tuxedo junction 26 fall & winter ideas 27 boomer wedding 28 interfaith weddings

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Bitter or milk chocolate is a luscious, almost decadent color at fall and winter weddings. It pairs delectably with butter yellow, for example, or combine it with berry tones, ivory, orange, taupe, silver or aqua for modern appeal. For a spring wedding, play it with green or turquoise for a fresh, timeless look. Don’t forget — copper and rust are in the brown family, too, and play nicely with many colors.

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Brides know their color scheme sets the vibe for their wedding. Historically, orange has symbolized love. Now it’s perceived as a contemporary color that conveys a sense of adventure, friendliness and happiness.

Upbeat orange is cheerful and extroverted.

Peach is the most-loved orange, along with apricot tones. These colors are inviting and flattering to skin tones. Deeper shades can be warm and earthy or theatrical.

Pair tangerine and a bright shade of green or melon with soft turquoise for a funky, fresh spring palette. Dark oranges such as bittersweet and pumpkin look lovely and rich with shades of red, fuschia and yellow for fall, and pale shades pair perfectly with lavender, blush pink and sage green.

You’re sophisticated and love the classic timelessness of silver and gold together. You’re also a modern woman and know there’s nothing wrong with mixing your metals.

Silver can mean pewter and shades of metallic or shimmering gray. Pair silver with blue or yellow for good feng shui or add some depth with purple or teal. Snow white and berry shades together with silver create an indelible look for a winter wedding.

And what could look more regal than gold with rich red or burgundy? Pairing it with shades of orange has autumnal appeal, while emerald green, blue or rose pink are elegant combinations.

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Make sure your maid of honor or bridesmaids know how to bustle your wedding dress. After the processional, you will come get your dress bustled before starting the receiving line or ushering out guests. You don’t want to waste too much time fiddling with it while guests wait. And if you want to remove your veil, make sure your attendant knows how to do it without ruining your hairdo.

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Determine the approximate number of guests you’ll invite to your reception prior to booking a venue.

This ensures ample space for everyone. Allow 25 to 30 feet per guest. This may seem like a lot, but you have to take into consideration table space, dinner service, DJ, dance floor, dessert buffet and any other special set-up you may have.

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Wedding invitations have a reputation of being very proper and a bit stuffy. Stay true to youself and your wedding theme. If you are having a barefoot backyard bash, then incorporate fun verbiage to reflect the feel of your wedding. But if you’re having an elegant ballroom wedding, a traditional invitation style will look most appropriate.

RSVP tips

Put a line for a song request on your RSVP card. You’ll know what the audience wants to hear, and they’ll be excited when their song is played. Another helpful hint is to number your RSVP cards to coordinate with your guests on an Excel spreadsheet. If an RSVP is sent back without a name, crossreference to your sheet to find it. Schedule the RSVP due date two to three weeks prior to your event.

This gives you plenty of time to report the guest count to your venue and to give stragglers a little extra time to respond.

Live ceremony music

Live music is always the best option when it comes to walking down the aisle. Your musicians will have cues and know when to start specific songs and adjust if the timing is off. Using a CD or iPod, there’s always a chance the timing could be off and whoever is operating it may not be able to fix it as easily as a live musician.

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Keep your wedding party and family members on schedule for the day. Make a short list of things that will be happening and who needs to be involved. Family members will want to know what time to show up for pictures (usually not as early as the wedding party).

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parkles, spangles and color, new or vintage, whatever your preference in wedding shoe styles there’s one trend that every bride should get behind: comfort.

“Pretty flats and even tennis shoes have been gaining popularity among brides for several years, and while those styles may not be to everyone’s taste, the concept of comfortable wedding shoes is good for everyone,” says Dr. Crystal Holmes, a doctor of podiatric medicine (DPM) and spokesperson for the American Podiatric Medical Association (APMA).

While an APMA survey indicates that most women do emphasize comfort over looks when choosing dress shoes, brides may consider comfort less important than style on their big day. “Brides may think that since they’re only wearing their wedding shoes for a day, it doesn’t matter if the shoes make their feet hurt,” Holmes says. “But shoes that hurt your feet can cause long-term problems, and make existing ones even worse. Sore feet can put a damper on your wedding, reception and even honeymoon.”

Tips 1 If you plan to wear your heels throughout

the entire ceremony and reception — likely more than two hours — consider choosing a heel of no more than two inches. Or, save the very high heels for the ceremony and switch to a lower, more comfortable heel for afterward.

2 Avoid plastic, vinyl and other materials that don’t allow feet to breathe.

3 Shoes should have a flexible sole that allows

toes to bend naturally when you walk and a rigid, cushioned heel counter to keep the foot in place inside the shoe.

4 Inserts are a great way to help cushion heels, arches and the balls of your feet. It’s easy to find inserts that work with virtually any style of wedding shoe.

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shoes, keep in mind that they should be comfortable immediately. Never buy uncomfortable shoes thinking that you’ll “break them in.” Shop at the end of the day.

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Pumps — Pointy shoes place pressure on toes

and can aggravate problems like hammertoes and bunions. Choose pumps with deep, wide toe boxes that give you plenty of room to wiggle your toes. Keep in mind lower heels are better, especially if you’ll be in your wedding shoes for several hours.

Ballet flats — Very flat shoes can actually be harmful to your arch and heel. Opt for a flat that has a bit of a heel, a thicker sole, and plenty of cushioning and support. Avoid flats that bend in half or easily twist.

Kitten heels — Typically lower than one inch,

kitten heels add a touch of height without placing undue pressure on the ball of the foot that higher heels can cause. They also tend to be a bit wider than the average heel, making them more stable and comfortable.

Platforms and wedges — Towering platforms and wedges provide height, style and endless options. But wearing these higher styles requires brides to take extra caution.

Platforms and wedges may compromise your balance and stability, and very high shoes can lead to ankle rolls and falls. Look for lower platforms and wedges that feature secure ankle straps. Cork bottoms provide some shock absorption and traction.

Peep toes — Regardless of heel height, peep toes may cause your toes to slip forward or overlap, or may even push nail edges into the skin to form an ingrown toenail. Avoid peep toes that are too tight, and be sure they are free of seams near the toe area, as seams place further pressure on toes.

Sling backs — Look for a sling back with a

lower heel that will be more comfortable for extended wearing. Straps should be snug but not too tight to avoid chafing on the back of the heel. Loose straps may cause the shoe to slip off your foot, so a proper strap fit is important.

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hether the source is a fast-fashion emporium or a high-end retailer, most gold jewelry isn’t pure. It’s a mix of metals, the majority being untarnishable, noncorrosive, indestructible, $1,153-per-ounce gold.

And that mix determines color, which can be yellow, white, green, rose and red.

Twenty-four-karat gold — pure gold — is a reddish yellow, a hue that is unmistakably rich and bright. (And it’s generally considered to be too soft to be used in jewelry.)

Everything beyond that is a mix that yields different colors depending on the percentages of the metals melted together. An item made from 18-karat gold, for example, is 18 parts pure gold and 6 parts alloy, or 75 percent gold and a 25 percent alloy mix; 14-karat — the most common form of gold used in jewelry in the U.S. — is 14 parts pure gold and 10 parts alloy, or 58 percent pure gold.

The lower the karatage, or purity of the gold, the less yellow it will be. But precisely which shade is determined by the many types of metals that are added into the mix.

A white gold is made by adding white metals to gold, the most common being silver, platinum, palladium, zinc and nickel. Rose gold is made by adding copper; green gold, by adding copper with white metals.

“It’s simple color science,” said Duvall O’Steen of the World Gold Council. “It’s like Crayola art when you melt the colors together. When metals are heated, they become liquid and mix together, so the final result depends on the ingredients.”

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❑ Mail the invitations. ❑ Get the marriage license. ❑ Finalize the honeymoon plans.

Three Months

❑ Finalize wedding day transportation. ❑ Arrange to have names changed on driver’s license, Social Security card, etc.

❑ Complete the guest list. ❑ Plan to have both mothers select their dresses. It’s customary for the groom’s mother to wait until the bride’s mother has selected her dress. ❑ Finalize reception plans. ❑ If reservations haven’t been made for the honeymoon, do it now. ❑ Confirm dates and times with the florist, caterer, photographer, musicians and church. ❑ Discuss transportation to and from the wedding and reception sites. ❑ Choose and order the tuxes. ❑ Schedule bridesmaids’ dresses for fittings. ❑ Choose and dye shoes if necessary.

One Month ❑ Reserve accommodations for the groom. ❑ Record gifts received and send thank-you notes as they arrive. ❑ Plan the rehearsal and dinner. This is the responsibility of the groom and his family, but all should work together on it. ❑ Purchase gifts for the bridal party. Brides often buy inexpensive earrings or necklaces for the bridesmaids to wear at the wedding. Popular choices for groomsmen are money clips, key chains or ball caps. ❑ Schedule final fittings for bride and bridesmaids. ❑ Schedule appointments at beauty salons for attendants, if needed. ❑ Hold the bridesmaids’ luncheon. ❑ Purchase a guest book and decide where it will go, either at the wedding or reception.

Two Weeks

One Week ❑ Start packing for the honeymoon. ❑ Finalize the number of guests with caterer if not already done. ❑ Plan seating arrangements for guests. ❑ Have a hairdresser practice fixing your hair. You may want to practice applying your makeup. ❑ Make sure wedding rings are picked up and fit.

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❑ Announce your engagement. ❑ Decide on wedding details, such as style, time of day and location. ❑ Pick a date. Do this as soon as possible so bridal party and family members can make plans and reservations can be made for wedding location, rehearsal and reception locations, etc. ❑ Set a budget. ❑ Select the bridal party. ❑ Choose your colors. Your flowers, attire, linens and cake will reflect your choice. ❑ Choose and order the bridal gowns, bridesmaids’ gowns and accessories. ❑ Start planning the honeymoon with groom. ❑ Begin your bridal registry. ❑ Select the caterer, photographer, florist and musicians. ❑ Start planning the reception. Reserve a hall, hotel or facility. ❑ Schedule premarital counseling. Some churches require this for a marriage. ❑ Choose and order the wedding rings. ❑ Order the wedding cake. ❑ Select and order the invitations.

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They’ve gone local. Couples can embrace the place they were so thoughtful in choosing by offering touches of local cuisine, decor or music.

“Immerse you and your guests in the place you are — and have chosen to be.”

The bride looks like herself. She shouldn’t look for a “perfect dress” because there are too many of those, says Sailer Van Lith. What a bride should want is the right dress, and from there it should be easy to pick everything that goes with it, she says.

The seating chart makes sense. The seating chart is — and sort of should be — one of the most stressful parts of planning a wedding, but the payoff of success is huge. “At a stylish wedding, where someone has been thoughtful of the seating chart, all the guests will know the bride and groom have put them there for a reason: because they want these people from other parts of their lives to make a connection.”

Less can be more, especially with the head count.

“Everyone invited is someone the bride and groom want to have there,” says Sailer Van Lith. Period.

There isn’t a set schedule. A wedding isn’t a science, it’s an art,

and, she says, the only people it all needs to make sense to are the bride and groom. If they like a daytime wedding with formal dress, it’s OK, and the same goes for the wedding that moves straight to dancing from the cocktail hour.

Her advice to couples looking to achieve these goals and more: “Think of the wedding you want, and work backward.”

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leaning and preserving your wedding gown — so it looks as fresh as it did on your wedding day — isn’t a DIY job.

You simply can’t clean or preserve your dress the way a professional cleaner can.

The job should be done as soon as possible before stains have a chance to oxidize and set in — makeup, hair spray, body perspiration, champagne and food can all cause fabric to discolor and eventually ruin the dress. Storing the dress in its protective plastic garment bag

isn’t a good thing, either. Plastic off-gases and the fumes can cause the dress to yellow.

As soon as possible, deliver your gown to a professional cleaner experienced in wedding dress preservation. The cleaner will inspect the gown for stains, etc., and test beads and trim, clean the garment in several steps, and handfinish the gown following the designer’s lines and drape. The dress will be packaged in an archival-quality acid-free box with acid-free tissue paper.

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Wedding favors with impact

love notes Wow your wedding guests and express your appreciation with a prettily packaged or imaginative party favor. Whether it’s a delicious truffle tucked into a monogrammed box or nestled into an artificial or chocolate bird’s nest or something traditional, fun or kitschy, here are a few ideas to consider: Carry out your wedding theme. Just as you’d layer an outfit, layer your theme throughout the wedding. That includes favors that seem perfectly in tune with your wedding look.

Keep it seasonal. In the fall, for example, offer small favors of maple syrup.

In winter, Christmas ornaments or packages of hot cocoa mix, flavored teas and coffees are a warm offering. Or what about chocolate spoons? Pass out cool sunshades or visor hats for summer. Tiny potted plants are charming for each place setting at a spring reception.

Offer a little local flavor. Whatever your town or state is known for, package a little of it for favors.

Make your favors do double-duty and use them as escort cards.

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The last time they had seen it was at their wedding reception at North Fort Worth Baptist Church on June 29, 1963. There was just enough cake for the 250 or so guests that day, so the happy couple decided to save the top tier with its tiny bride and groom, lovely little flowers and all, wrap it in aluminum foil and put it in the freezer.

Over 50 years, the cake has been stored in three freezers in three houses and has endured occasional defrosting during power outages and unrefrigerated transportation.

Imagine the couple’s shock when they unwrapped the cake this month and found it as beautiful as the day they wrapped it up a half-century ago.

“We were amazed,” Leann said. Bob said the icing in the middle was so hard “I couldn’t cut it. But the cake looked as fresh as if it was baked yesterday.”

The cake was rewrapped in its original foil wrapper and put back in the freezer. Neither of the Adamses was tempted to take a taste.

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Jitters: Work out problems before heading down aisle

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hen women have pre-wedding jitters they shouldn’t ignore them, according to researchers at UCLA. New research shows that doubts, particularly the woman’s, predict higher divorce rates and less marital satisfaction years later.

“People think everybody has premarital doubts and you don’t have to worry about them,” said Justin Lavner, a UCLA doctoral candidate in psychology and lead author of the study, in a statement.

“We found they are common but not benign,” he said. “You know yourself, your partner and your relationship better than anybody else does; if you’re feeling nervous about it, pay attention to that. It’s worth exploring what you’re nervous about.”

The researchers found that newlywed wives with doubts were twoand-a-half times more likely to get a divorce four year later than those without doubts. Those who stuck it out were less satisfied with their marriages.

The study, perhaps the first scientific one of its kind, was published online in the American Psychological Association’s Journal of Family Psychology.

It looked at 464 spouses, surveyed within months of getting married and then every six months for four years.

About 47 percent of husbands and 38 percent of wives were uncertain or hesitant about getting married, though the women’s doubts were more predictive of trouble: 19 percent of women with doubts were divorced four years later vs. 8 percent of those without doubts. Among men, 14 percent with doubts were divorced four years later vs. 9 percent with no doubts.

And doubt was a bigger factor than whether the couple’s parents were divorced, whether the couple lived together before marriage and how difficult their engagement was.

The researchers say they don’t mean to dissuade people from marrying, but they do say couples ought to work out big issues before walking down the aisle.

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Formal, elegant, a little vintage.

Emma Steffens knew exactly the look she wanted for her May 25 wedding to Spencer Hicks.

The vintage element wasn’t totally unexpected for Steffens, who owns Stew’s Vintage and Junk in Cedar Falls. But she wanted her wedding to be stylish and traditional, not over the top. “We wanted that formality and for the wedding ceremony to really matter, but we also wanted the day to be a little laid-back, too,” she said.

Graphic, retro-looking postcards were sent out in lieu of invitations, and the bride played out her tone-on-tone color palette in shades of white, champagne, ivory and pale peach.

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She found the perfect dress at Simply I Do in Cedar Falls, made from tulle with beading and netting over the shoulder, empire waist and full skirt. Her three bridesmaids and maid of honor wore mismatched dresses in soft neutral tones.

Hicks wore a black tuxedo with ivory vest and black suspenders, while his groomsmen wore tuxes and ivory suspenders.

Steffens carried a bouquet of hydrangeas and baby’s breath prepared by Hicks’ cousin, a florist in Lost Nation. The couple’s young daughter, Peyton, carried a baby’s breath bouquet as a sweet accompaniment to her ivory, handmade tulle and lace dress.

The wedding took place in Hicks’ family church in Wheatland at 5:30 p.m. The couple deliberately chose the date of a full moon. “Our first date was under a full moon, which I thought was romantic,” Steffens said.

Decorations mingled vintage romantic touches with a sense of adventure. Steffens walked down the aisle on a lace runner, and a wood puzzle replaced the unity candle. It was created by Mark Meyer, who does woodworking projects and items for Steffens’ shop.

Guests were greeted by a tableau built around an old typewriter and photo book, along with a bouquet of white roses the groom presented to the bride.

The reception was held at the Wapsi Oaks Country Club. A crowd of 350 to 400 guests navigated between the clubhouse and a large white tent, the walkway lit by lanterns on shepherd’s hooks. Tables were adorned with jars and medicine bottles filled with candles and baby’s breath.

Heavy hors d’oeuvres included chicken wings, chicken salad croissants, ham, turkey, roast beef, egg rolls, stuffed mushrooms, vegetables, fruits, dips and cheeses. Everyone toasted with champagne and enjoyed an open bar for an hour or so before it became a cash bar.

Mini cupcakes from Scratch Cupcakery and homemade mini cheesecakes in turtle and strawberry were arranged on decorative cake stands on a shabby chic table. Chandeliers further brightened the ambiance.

“It was important to have all those personal touches.

That’s who we are, and we wanted our guests to feel comfortable.”

The couple’s big splurge was hiring Sin City Orchestra from the Quad Cities to play at the reception.

“The music was great, and it was something fun to do.

Our first dance was ‘I Can’t Help Falling in Love With You,’ and it was perfect.”

They honeymooned in Cabo San Lucas.

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Whirlwind wedding Couple celebrate life & love in ceremony planned in 28 days

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here probably isn’t a how-to guide for “Planning a Wedding in 28 Days,” but Ardy Stockman and Ron Ramsey could probably write one after their whirlwind wedding July 27.

The couple met in 1995. Although they talked about marriage, both had been married before and each had two children. Neither wanted to hurry back down the aisle.

In May, 2013 their world changed in an instant. Ron was rushed to Iowa City by ambulance and within days was diagnosed with inoperative stage 4 colon cancer. The news was shocking. As Ron’s medical team prepared the couple for Ron’s aggressive chemotherapy and radiation regimen to slow the cancer’s growth, the couple felt their world spinning out of control.

On the way home after the first round of chemo, Ron began a bucket list. At the top of the list was to marry Ardy. The second, to dance with her.

Ardy’s sister Diane and brother-in-law Dave and their daughters Angie and Andrea offered to plan the wedding. Everyone knew treatments would be taxing for Ron, so the date was set and the wedding team had 28 days to pull together their special day. Ron’s favorite song, “Keeper of the Stars,” was inspiration for the rustic, outdoorsy Western theme. Invitations were designed by Angie.

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altar. The aisle runner proclaimed “Thanks to the keeper of the stars.”

Shepherd’s hooks held hemp cord-wrapped Ball jars filled with white hydrangeas, pink alstroemeria, white larkspur and lime spiders created by Country Gardens in Decorah. Guests were given cones made from vellum paper printed with the sheet music to“Keeper of the Stars” and filled with bird seed and wild flower mix for tossing at the newlyweds. A wooden pallet printed with the phrase, “I’ve got all I’ll ever need thanks to the keeper of the stars” was displayed as a sign, and a vintage trunk was used for gifts and cards.

The bride’s daughter created a beaded wrap for the bridal bouquet featuring charms with photos of family and pets. The couple created a unity work of art from sand during the ceremony.

Guests were invited to offer warm wishes and messages on colored fabric squares with markers. The squares were attached to a rope with clothespins strung through an old picture frame. After the wedding, Ardy’s niece Andrea created a quilt from the squares for the newlyweds.

A two-tier wedding cake was topped with a Willow Tree cake topper of a dancing couple. The menu included pulled pork sandwiches, baked beans, potato salad and mixed fruit.

The evening ended with dancing on a dance floor placed near flower gardens in the yard, with Bob Westerman from The Mix93.5FM serving as DJ.

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wedding trends Fashion-forward

bridesmaids

Bridesmaids no longer have to dread their dresses. There are plenty of stylish designs, colors and details — and when you tell your ‘maids “You can wear the dress again,” they’ll believe you!

These are the details trending for bridesmaids:

Lace. You’ll see all-lace dresses, part-lace dresses where the bodice or skirt has a lace overlay and is paired with another fabric, or lace accents.

Asymmetrical hemlines and necklines. One-shoulder

or a hi-low hemline, the look is totally in.

Illusion necklines. It’s been a huge fashion statement in wedding gowns, and now it’s found its way to bridesmaids’ dresses. Illusion necklines — lace, sheer, netting — give the illusion of a bit more coverage for a strapless dress.

Glamorous glimmer. A bodice bedecked in sequins, a

small brooch accenting a waistline or fabric that has a hint of sparkle, the styles suit formal weddings.

Peplum waists. It’s a retro detail that looks completely modern on romantic, flowing dresses or structured short or cocktail-length dresses.

Beautiful backs. Keyhole, illusion, ruffled backs offer a pretty and elegant rear view.

Purple and blush.

Purple — from palest lavender to dark eggplant — is a favorite color for bridesmaids dresses. Pair it with blush for an on-trend statement.

Two-tone. The modern, graphic look of black-andwhite is popping up in bridesmaids’ circles.

Source | wedding wire.com

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Tuxedo trends , Black, charcoal and shades of gray never go out of style in men’s formal wear.

, Blue from navy and indigo to slate blue (and some pale blue) are getting nods of approval.

, Look for warm brown to make a comeback. , Tux

choices have multiplied in color and style. The groom should complement the bridal gown in formality and color.

, Etiquette suggests a dark tuxedo for evening

weddings while daytime weddings allow for more flexibility with lighter colored tuxedo shades.

, Tailoring

remains a strong trend, along with double-breasted jackets, softer, less structured silhouettes and boxier coats.

, The bow tie is out, the tie is in. And don’t

forget the vest. Matching colors for tie and vest are spot-on.

, Watch for retro looks inspired by “Mad Men”

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and “The Great Gatsby.”

, Boutonnieres are more creative and colorful. , Dress the dads and granddads in formalwear, too, perhaps with a slightly different style or vest and tie combo than the groosmen.

, If

the bride is having bridesmaids’ dresses made, have her order extra fabric and have ties made that carry through the theme.

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The right fit

Select a style that will flatter all groomsmen.

According to International Formalwear Association experts:

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jacket should hug the shoulders; padding shouldn’t extend too far over the shoulders, a sign the jacket is too big. Jackets are fitted through the shoulder and lay flat in the front.

, The jacket’s bottom hem should cover the rear and the vent shouldn’t pull open.

, Flat-front pants.

pants are generally more slimming than pleated-front

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, Pants are tailored to sit at the waist, and the hem of each leg should hit the sole of the shoe.

, One finger space between a shirt’s collar and neck allows for a proper

fit, while shirt sleeves end at the wrist bone. A half-inch of the shirt should show past the jacket sleeve.

, Vests can be adjusted, and shoes need to be comfortable.

Renting your tuxes , Most couples come in about four to six months before the wedding.

That gives the groom plenty of time to get his attendants in for measurements and fittings.

, Professional measurements are the best bet for a good fit. Normal clothes sizes don’t apply to rental formalwear. Shirts shrink, pants may be too long or short. A jacket may strain across the shoulders.

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, Double-check about a month before the wedding to make sure all

groomsmen have been fitted. Out-of-town groomsmen can visit any formalwear or menswear store and have measurements taken to forward to the tux shop.

, Groomsmen are responsible for paying rental fee and deposits, unless the groom chooses to pick up the tab.

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provide information sheets and rental contracts with such details as late fees. Read agreements before signing and take note of return and damage policies.

Source | International Formalwear Association, theknot.com and staff.

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Fall & Winter INSPIRATION An autumn or witner wedding can be positively atmospheric! You can pull out all the stops – go glam – or created a rich, romantic and lush setting for your nuptials. Here are a few ideas for inspiration:

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 Make pennants from old seasonal fabric to hang at the reception. Use accents on napkins for a fall look or select or make seasonal napkin rings.

 Go rustic – it suits the season. Use pretty burlap ribbons to wrap bouquet handles and reception table vases or create table runners or baggies for wedding favors from good-quality burlap. It comes in other colors besides brown, too. Use twine or jute for binding programs.  Use seasonal flowers such as sunflowers, dahlias, and richly colored roses, along with faux or real berries, gourds and mini pumpkins. Large pumpkins can be stacked or arranged.

Wheat sheaf bundles with sunflowers, dahlias, seed heads and berries make lovely aisle markers.

WINTER  Think outside the red and green box. Silver and white with crystal accents is very “now.” Gold, silver and bronze, sapphire blue, emerald green, claret red, even black can make an elegant statement.

 Decorate your reception venue with real evergreen trees in pots or stands, decorated with crystals, icicles or snowflake ornaments and dusted with faux snow. Use tall, winter-style branches and hanging crystals as table decorations.

 Red roses are always perfect, but look at white hydrangeas, ranunculuses, calla lillie and orchids in otherworldly colors.

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Boomer brides

Older couples shelling out for full wedding experience — gown, cake, reception

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herryLynne Heller-Wells always wanted a fairytale wedding.

So when she tied the knot last year, she spared no detail. She walked down the aisle in a flowing ivory gown with a long veil and lacey bolero jacket. Ten flower-toting bridesmaids and seven groomsmen were in the wedding party.

And after the ceremony, 100 guests dined on beef tenderloin, clams casino and a three-tier vanilla cake.

The cost, including a fireworks show during the reception, was $45,000.

Heller-Wells wasn’t some blushing new bride, though. When the retired registered nurse, 64, wed her husband, Clyde, a small-business owner who is 65, it was her second time at the altar.

“I met my Prince Charming. He swept me off my feet,” says the Clearwater, Fla., widow whose first husband died in 2003. “We’re hoping this will be the last marriage. Why not celebrate?”

Only a few years ago, it was considered in poor taste for a bride over age 55, particularly if she had been previously married, to do things like wear a fancy wedding gown, rock out to a DJ at the reception or have the groom slip a lacy garter belt off of her leg. But those days are gone: Older couples no longer are tying the knot in subtle ways.

The trend in part is being driven by a desire to emulate the lavish weddings of celebrities of all ages. But it’s also one of the results of a new “everything goes” approach that does away with long-held traditions and cookie-cutter ceremonies.

“The rules are out the window ... whether it’s what you’re wearing or the cake you’re serving,” says Darcy Miller, editorial director of Martha Stewart Weddings, a wedding magazine. “Sixty is the new 40, and that is reflected in the wedding.”

Couples age 55 and older made up just 8 percent of last year’s $53 billion wedding business. But that number has doubled since 2002, according to WEDDINGS Fall/Winter 2013

Shane McMurray, CEO of The Wedding Report, which tracks spending trends in the wedding industry.

It’s in part because more couples are marrying in their golden years.

In 2011, women ages 55 and over accounted for 5.2 percent and men in that age range made up 7.9 percent of the more than 2.1 million marriages performed in that year in the U.S., according to Bowling Green State University’s National Center for Family and Marriage Research, based on analysis of census figures. That’s up from 2001 when 2.6 percent of new marriages performed were among women in that age group; for men, it was 6.6 percent.

And those older couples spend more. That’s because they’re usually empty nesters who don’t have the same worries as their younger counterparts: They aren’t saving for their first home, for instance, and they aren’t burdened by huge student loan debts they must worry about paying off.

But older brides aren’t just spending more, they’re spending differently. For instance, in the past, older brides tended to stick with specialoccasion dresses, but now they want more traditional wedding gowns.

Terry Hall, fashion director at Kleinfeld’s, the New York City bridal salon that has the nation’s biggest selection of designer bridal wear under one roof with more than 1,000 designs, also has seen a change in attitude in the last year or so among the older set. He said business from that group has doubled.

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Older couples dish out about 10 percent to 15 percent more than the cost of the average wedding, which was $25,656 last year, down from the pre-recession peak in 2007 of $28,732, according to The Wedding Report.

That’s meant big business for companies that cater to brides and grooms-to-be. But older brides aren’t just spending more, they’re spending differently. For instance, in the past, older brides tended to stick with special-occasion dresses, but now they want more traditional wedding gowns.

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ore and more Americans are marrying outside their faith. Twentyfive percent of U.S. households were mixed-faith in 2006, up from 15 percent in 1988, according to the General Social Survey released last year by the University of Chicago’s National Opinion Research Center.

In 2008, the Pew Research Center released a survey saying 27 percent of Americans who were married or living with a partner were in religiously mixed relationships.

Interfaith couples need to talk seriously before getting married about how they will practice their faiths, what religion they will teach their children and which holidays they will celebrate, according to religious advisers who counsel them.

“You have to be fearless, and really talk about your religion and your view of God,” said the Rev. Susanna Stefanachi Macomb, an interfaith minister and counselor in New York City.

Couples should develop a plan for pursuing their religions, said Rabbi Stuart E. Davis of Overland Park, Kan. They must answer the question: “How will we household together?”, he said.

Each should think hard about what is important to them in their own religion.

Other questions that someone entering into an interfaith marriage should ponder and discuss: — Are you comfortable following your religion on your own, or do you want your partner to attend services with you?

— Are you OK with religious symbols in your home?

— What will you do when invited to religious ceremonies for friends and family? Are you comfortable attending a Catholic Mass or a bris or other religious rite?

Once both partners have shared their thoughts, they may have to work to find middle ground, said Ed Case, CEO of InterfaithFamily.com, which aims to help couples of mixed religious backgrounds exploring Jewish life.

The next question, then, is what they will do when they have children.

Too often couples focus on getting through the wedding rather than looking to the future, said Macomb, the New York minister. “They say, ‘We’ll talk about the children afterward.’ No, no, no,” she said.

Questions about whether a child will have a baptism, confirmation, bar or bat mitzvah, and attend religious school must be talked about ahead of time, the experts said.

“Who wins this argument — because it will be an argument,” needs to be resolved, added Steve McSwain, an interfaith activist and former minister in Louisville, Ky. “You’ve got to iron these things out.”

Often, those marrying into another faith are willing to participate in religious celebrations that are important to their partner. But sometimes, they find insurmountable differences in faith and observance, and break up.

“Breaking up is not a bad resolution if in this guided process” you’ve discovered you cannot work through such issues, Case said.

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Reception Hall Directory His proposal was music to your ears. Now it’s time to put your florist, cake baker and caterer on speed-dial. When choosing a reception site, check out its size and determine whether it will fit your style of reception and number of guests expected to attend.

To assist our readers, here’s a listing of metro area reception halls: American Legion Post 138, 619 Franklin St., Waterloo, 234-8511 Open to public, accommodates 100-150; book early; $250 per floor, $50 deposit; kitchen, bartender costs extra; no on-site catering; tables, chairs included, linens not; decorating one to two hours before; dance floor.

Beaver Hills Country Club, 8230 Beaver Hills Drive, Cedar Falls, 266-1975, www.beaverhills.com Open to public, booking upon availability; accommodates up to 250; $500 for room; set up, clean up included; on-site buffet or sit-down style catering, about $15 per person; tables, chairs, linens provided; bar; decorating early depends on availability; dance floor.

Black’s Sky Room/Tea Room, 501 Sycamore St., No. 710, contact Vern Nelson, 233-5109 Built in 1929 atop the eighth floor of the Black’s building, the Sky Room has been beautifully restored. Events from 10 to 360 people; choice of 8 pre-approved caterers or your choice to be approved; open bar, paid bar or combination with bartender(s); tables, chairs, stage risers & podium available; parking connected by Sky Walk.

Cedar Falls Womans Club, Third and Clay Streets, Cedar Falls, 266-1431 Beautifully restored 1860s home with ballroom, parlor and boardroom. Catering available. Call for booking details and services.

Cedar Valley Arboretum & Botanic Gardens, 1927 E. Orange Road (East of Hawkeye Community College), 226-4966, www.cedarvalleyarboretum.org A variety of garden settings will accommodate 200 guests. $300 for six hour period. $100 non-refundable deposit to reserve date a minimum of 60 days in advance; $200 balance and damage deposit due one week prior which will be refunded in case of rain. On site dressing room; restrooms and limited electrical access to the gardens. Gardens remain open to the public. Smoking and alcohol prohibited. No rice, bird seed, confetti, rose petals or balloons.

Centennial Oaks Golf Club, Eagle Ridge Drive, Waverly, 483-1765, ask for Lisa Accommodates intimate gatherings to large receptions up to 400 guests; on-site catering and bar services; customized menus; chairs, tables, linens provided; outside ceremony site, on-site event coordinator, professional wait staff, dance floor, complimentary set-up and tear-down.

Center Inn Banquet Facilities, 209 Main St., Readlyn, 279-3839, www.centerinn.com Dining room accommodates up to 75, ballroom accommodates up to 400; banquet room rental SundayThursday, $150, Friday and Saturday, $300; dining room rental Monday-Sunday, $75; basement rental $50; deposit and credit billing $100, required to confirm all bookings, nonrefundable; post-event clean up, $100.

The Centre Hall, 1211 4th St., SW, Waverly, 352-1386, www.thecentrehall.com Seating for up to 700 guests. Wedding package includes: day prior to event, day of event, half day after event, seating for 250 guests including tables and chairs, kitchen area and serving tables. Accommodates the wedding, reception, dinner, and dance without moving or tearing down tables and chairs.

Clarion Inn, 5826 University Ave., Cedar Falls, 277-2239, ext. 324, www.kinseth.com Enjoy the convenience of your reception and hotel accommodations under one roof; mezzanine and plaza seat up to 350, banquet hall seats up to 300; full service catering, $16.95 to $22.95 per plate; free honeymoon suite with whirlpool for bride and groom; special overnight rates for wedding guests; rehearsal dinner, gift opening, bridal shower available; tables, chairs, linens, skirting, security, bar, bartender provided; some decorations provided, decorating 8 a.m. day of event; dance floor, table for disc jockey.

Electric Park Ballroom, 310 W. Conger St., Waterloo, 233-3050, www.nationalcattlecongress.com Accommodates 600 banquet style, fire code allows 1,200. $650.00 rental for facility, $250.00 Deposit; on-site catering only, buffet style; $11 cold meat buffet; $13-$15 buffet, rental includes set up, clean up, two bartenders, tables and chairs provided, linens rented at $6 each table, $1 cloth napkins. Facility has wood dance floor and stage. For more information call 234-7515.

Five Sullivan Brothers Convention Center, W. Fourth St. and Commercial, Waterloo, 233-7560 Accommodates 100 to 1,100; book up to 18 months in advance; $600 for facility, $600 deposit; full setup, cleanup, bar included; draped, skirted head table on risers with microphone; on-site catering only; dinner or hors d’oeuvres buffet, sit-down dinner, $15.95 to $23.95 per person; can bring wedding cake; round tables, cake table, chairs, white linens provided; dance floor.

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Fox Ridge Golf Club, Highway 20, Dike, 989-2213, www.golffoxridge.com Accommodates 320 people; bookings one month in advance; room rental $900 with $250 deposit (nonrefundable/applied toward rental), includes setup, cleanup and bar, dance floor; additional charges for linens and place settings. Catering available on-site, $18.95 per person buffet-style, no room rental fee if club does the catering (linens included); decorating at noon the day before wedding.

Gallagher-Bluedorn Performing Arts Center, University of Northern Iowa campus, Cedar Falls, 273-3660, www.gbpac.com Lobby hall accommodates up to 120 banquet style, 300 standing; book six months to a year in advance; $600, $300 deposit; on-site catering only by UNI catering; tables, chairs, linens provided; balcony, grand central staircase; decorating day before event; dance floor.

Grout Museum District, 503 South St, Waterloo, 234-6357, www.gmdistrict.org Main building accommodates up to 300, $300-$700 for facility, $100 damage deposit. Tables, chairs, linens, set-up and cleanup included. Cash or open bar available. No onsite catering. Kitchen and dance floor available. Snowden House accommodates up to 150, $50 an hour; $100 damage deposit. Tables, chairs, set-up and cleanup included. No on-site catering. Kitchen available. No dancing at Snowden House.

Hartman Reserve Nature Center, 657 Reserve Drive, Cedar Falls, 277-2187, www.hartmanreserve.org Accommodates up to 100; booking at least six months in advance; weekends $45 per hour, weekdays $40 per hour; $200 deposit, more to bring in alcohol; no on-site catering; kitchen access, tables, chairs included; PA system; non-smoking; decks with scenic overview, bridge, outside amphitheater seats up to 100, fireplace; decorating early requires rental; no dance floor.

Hickory Hills Park, 3338 Hickory Hills Road, La Porte City, 266-6813, www.co.black-hawkia.s/depts/conservation Accommodates 125; book up to two years in advance; pricing varies, two-day wedding packages available; $100 deposit, more if bringing in beer keg; no on-site catering; restrooms, kitchen facilities (pots/pans not provided); tables, chairs for 125 are provided, additional seating allowed; beer, wine coolers allowed; lakefront view; decorating early requires rental; outlets for DJ; cement floor; attached deck, air-conditioning.

Hilton Garden Inn Conference Center 7213 Nordic Dr., Cedar Falls, 266-6611 New Hilton opened in 2012, elegant dining and entertaining of Hilton standards. Full service hotel with Ballroom seating up to 350 people. Garden Grille Restaurant and Bar open to the public for breakfast, lunch and dinner as well as large exterior patios with firepits. Full service dining on site, Chefs with banquet menus and banquet bars available. Deposits and minimums required, full payment required prior to event. Guest room blocks available.

Isle Casino Hotel Waterloo, 777 Isle of Capri Blvd, Waterloo Isle Casino Hotel Waterloo is an ideal location for your wedding, party, meeting or convention. Isle Waterloo features 5,000 feet of flexible meeting space and 1,600 square feet of pre-function space. This space is ideal for groups of 270 people sitting banquet style or a 400 person cocktail reception. Our professional planning and catering staff is ready to help you create your next memorable event.

For more information visit theislewaterloo.com/meetingssaleskit.aspx or call 319-833-2266 to speak with a professional planner today.

Janesville Riviera Roose Community Center, 307 Maple St., Janesville (319) 987-3512 or (319) 231-7660 The center is a modern, fully accessible facility managed by the Community Center Board of Directors. Its small town location on approximately 10 acres of land near the Cedar River provides an ideal setting for weddings and receptions, as well as reunions, anniversaries, retreats and business meetings. The center features a large hall with banquet

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seating for 350, a wood dance floor, commercial kitchen, bar and a large outdoor patio. Parking is adjacent to the building.

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Knights of Columbus, 1955 Locke Ave., Waterloo, 234-6908, ask for Jim Accommodates up to 264 guests; rental fee includes bartender, chairs, tables, paper tablecloths, set up and clean up; food options include buffet dinners, sandwiches and/or appetizers; hall includes dance floor with stage for band or DJ; handicapped accessible; private parking lot; located near Crossroads Shopping Center and numerous hotels.

Oster Regent Theatre, 103 Main St., Cedar Falls, 277-5283, www.cedarnet.org/regent Accommodates 80-100; book early; $175, $50 deposit; no onsite catering; can serve own alcohol but cannot sell to guests; kitchen with serving area, sink, refrigerator, microwave; tables, chairs provided for 100; linens rented for $3 each; room overlooks Cedar River; decorating day before depends on availability; hardwood dance floor.

Park Place Event Centre, 1521 Technology Parkway, Suite B, Cedar Falls, 277-1255, www.barmuda.com/park_place/weddings.php Intimate gatherings to grand receptions accommodating up to 500 people (seated). Services range from customized menus and personalized favors, and event coordinators can coordinate the entire wedding. For customized prices, packages and deposits, call Park Place.

Pepsi Pavilion, National Cattle Congress grounds, 232-5801, www.nationalcattlecongress.com Details: Accommodates 100-500; $550, $250 deposit; on-site buffet-style catering only, starting at $13 a plate, tables and chairs included; linens rented for $6 each, $1 per cloth napkin; full bar; decorating the afternoon before depends on availability. Stage and dance floor (40x40). For more information call 234-7515.

Riverview Conference Center, 439 N. Division St., Cedar Falls, 268-0787, www.riverviewconferencecenter.com Accommodates 200; recommended booking six months before; per person fee $1.25 for groups 150 or fewer, $1 for more than 150; $80 minimum, $50 deposit; on-site catering only, $5 to $6 per plate; no alcohol allowed; tables, chairs included, linens not; non-smoking; decorating day before depends on availability; patio block floor, stage.

Riviera-Roose Community Center, 307 Maple St., Janesville, (319) 987-3512 Recently remodeled, the community center features a well-lit, wide open space with easy access to an outdoor grassy area.

Rotary Reserve, 5932 N. Union Road, Cedar Falls, 266-6813, www.co.black-hawk.ia.us/depts/conservation Accommodates 300; book up to two years in advance; $650 for all day Saturday; package deals include $800 for both Friday and Saturday night, $925 for all day Friday and Saturday, $650 for Thursday night and all day Friday; weekday times range from $195 to $275, $100 increase on holidays; $200 deposit two weeks prior to event; no on-site catering; kitchen, restrooms; tables, chairs provided for 300 guests; linens, cooking utensils not provided; beer, wine, champagne only; uniformed security officer required if serving alcohol; non-smoking; remote location on banks of Cedar River, deck, gazebo, fireplace, PA system, concrete floor, air-conditioned/ heated; changing rooms for both men and women available.

Sunnyside Country Club, 1600 Olympic Drive, Waterloo, 234-1707, www.sunnysidecountryclub.com Members only; ballroom seats 270; booking depends on availability; no rental fee for members; on-site sit-down or buffet-style catering only, average $23 per plate; tables, chairs, linens provided; bar; decorating early allowed; dance floor.

The Supervisors’ Club, 3265 Dewitt Road, Waterloo, 233-4202, www.supervisorsclub.webs.com Events for 10 to 400. Ceremony & reception package.

Rehearsal dinner & bridal shower packages available.

Facility rental includes set up, tear down, janitor fees, event coordinator fees, bartender fees, chairs, tables, and china/glass place settings. Patio for outdoor weddings; Full

licensed bar, in house chef & catering includes appetizers, buffet or plated meal. Large dance floor with stage for DJ or band. Projection screen/sound system available. Ample parking; located off of Ridgeway Avenue between Waterloo & Cedar Falls.

University of Northern Iowa Slife Ballroom and Georgian Lounge, 1227 W. 27th St., Cedar Falls, 273-2333, www.uni.edu/dor/dining/catering Ballroom seats up to 220; reservations accepted up to two years in advance; $500 for ballroom, $200 for neighboring lounge; half of estimated cost paid in advance, remainder due at event; set up, clean up included; on-site catering only, dinner $15.55 to $22 per person, buffet, sit down or cocktail reception available; will cut and serve cake; tables, chairs, linens provided; bar; non-smoking; no open flames, nails or excessive glitter; can provide centerpieces, bouquets, card basket; patio attached to lounge; sound system in ballroom; portable risers for band, DJ, head table; wood dance floor.

University of Northern Iowa Maucker Union Ballroom, 1227 W. 27th St., Cedar Falls, 273-2256, www.uni.edu/maucker Ballroom features flexible options that can accommodate groups as small as 50 to as large as 480; reservations accepted up to two years in advance; $300-700; deposit half of rental; linens, tables, chairs, risers, microphone, set up, clean up, included; additional A/V equipment available; bar, on-site catering provided by UNI Catering; decorating day before depending on availability; dance floor included.

Wartburg College, 100 Wartburg Blvd., Waverly, 352-8453, ask for Margaret, www.wartburg.edu/ studentcenter/conferences.html Open to public; accommodates up to 400 banquet style; booking depends on availability, usually book during summer or student breaks; mobile partitions divide three rooms, $100 for each room, half of estimated total paid ahead; on-site sit-down or buffet-style catering only by Wartburg food service, $11 to $18 per person, appetizer reception $1.90 to $3 per person; tables, chairs, linens provided; bar serves wine, beer only; decorating day ahead costs extra; can provide centerpieces; staging for head table provided for extra fee; DVD, Power Point, video, sound equipment; dance floor can be rented.

Waterloo Center for the Arts, 225 Commercial St., Waterloo, 291-4490, www.waterloocenterforthearts.org Accommodates up to 250; book as far in advance as desired; $350 to $485; $200 non-refundable deposit; no on-site catering; kitchen available; set up, clean up included, kitchen clean up not; round or square tables, chairs provided; additional charge for alcohol, beer, wine, champagne can be purchased prior to or with a cash bar; water fountain in front of building for photos; decorating day before costs extra; stage, microphones, sound system available; dance floor.

Waterloo Elks Lodge, 407 E. Park Ave., Waterloo, 234-7568, Randi Leuenhagen, randi290@qwestoffice.net Room rental with member sponsor; $600 guest fee; accommodates up to 375; on-site catering only, $15 to $25 per person plus tax and gratuity; tables, chairs included; fee for bartender, linens; decorating day before depends on availability; luxurious atmosphere, stage for bands or DJ, dance floor; plenty of on-site parking.

Waverly Golf and Country Club, 705 Eighth St. SW, Waverly, 352-3855, www.waverlycountryclub.com Open to public for rental; accommodates 3500; book about a year in advance; $600, $100 deposit; on-site sit down or buffet-style catering only; one-meat buffet $12.95, two-meat $14.95, three-meat $16.95 per person, call for sit-down meal prices; can bring in wedding cake; tables, chairs, bartender, waitresses, linens $1 per person; decorating night before depends on availability; dance floor.

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