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WOODLANDS Fall 2015
Exquisite
Outdoors AT MADERA ESTATES
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CONTENTS Cover Feature.............................9 Gazebo Glam.............................14 Ernest + Liz................................18 Britany + Devan........................20 Rick + Kate................................22
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Important Question to Ask Your Wedding Venue.........................24 Styled Shoot...............................28 Meagan + Will ..........................32 Christina + David......................34 Michelle + Michael...................36 Interactive Virtual Venue Tours...............................38 The Lovely List..........................42
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PUBLISHER Woodlands Bride, LLC EDITOR Nick Thiele
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BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT MANAGER Kelly Gabriel FEATURED VENUE Madera Estates FEATURED PHOTOGRAPHER Ama Photography & Cinema
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CONTRIBUTING PHOTOGRAPHERS Ama Photography & Cinema Harlowe Lane Photography Kasey Lynn Photography Memories by Maryanne Photography by Niki ADVERTISING INQUIRIES Email Nick Thiele at nick@woodlandsbride.com for information.
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Cover Feature
Exquisite
Outdoors AT MADERA ESTATES
Photography by: AMA Photography & Cinema
Style Guide Photographer: AMA Photography & Cinema Wedding Venue: Madera Estates Florist: College Park Flowers Wedding Dress: Winnie Couture Bridesmaids Dresses: Brickhouse Bridal Groom’s Suit: Suit Supply Cake: Sweets to Dream On
Gazebo Glam
Inspired
Style Guide Model - Karla Navarro Photographer: Blanca Duran Rentals and Decor: Enchanted Vizions Coordinator, Designer: SwaLaRue Venue: Mia Bella Vita Bridal Attire: The Princess Bridal Florist: Expressions D’Cor Hair & Make Up: Blush and Glow
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Going to the Chaplain WEDDINGS WITH STYLE AND GRACE
“As an ordained chaplain and married woman of 35 years, my desire is to help every couple not only with the ceremony, but in their journey during the months before they get to the altar, guiding them to build an emotional and spiritual foundation for a lifetime.” -Tara Dorroh
www.goingtothechaplain.com • goingtothechaplain@hotmail.com • 713.822.4510 Photo Credits: Headshot: Scott Kelley, Wedding: Minerva House
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Real Wedding
Ernest + Liz ~ April 25, 2015 ~ North Central Church • Raveneaux Country Club
Photography by Memories By Maryanne
Real Wedding
Britany + Devan 5.2.2015 ~ Houston Temple ~
Photography by: Harlowe-Lane-Photography
Real Wedding
Rick + Kate June 14, 2015
Photos by Photography by Niki
~ Carriage House ~
Because every bride deserves a moment like this
Important Questions to ? Ask Your Wedding Venue Scheduling and Accommodations
A&E Weddings & Events Planning & Coordinating
281-727-6800
www.aeweddingsandevents.com info@aeweddingsandevents.com
Is my wedding date available?
How many other weddings are scheduled that day?
How many people can the venue accommodate?
How long will I have use of the event space(s)
I reserve? Is there an overtime fee if I stay longer?
Can I hold my ceremony here, too?
If so, is there an additional charge?
Is there a bride’s changing area?
How much time is allocated for the rehearsal?
Is there room for a band and/or dancing?
Are there adequate bathroom facilities?
Is there a coat check?
Is the site handicap accessible?
Is there parking on site? If so, is it
complimentary? Do you offer valet parking?
Money Matters
What is the venue fee and what is
included in that price?
Is there a discount for booking an off-season
date or Sunday through Friday?
How much is the deposit, when is it due,
and is it refundable?
What’s the cancellation policy?
What’s the payment plan for the entire bill?
At the Ceremony Venue Officiant
Groomsmen seating guests
Registry attendants & greeters
General Questions
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Is there a backup plan for rain or
inclement weather?
Who is responsible for setting up and tearing
down the decor, and when will it be completed?
Does the venue have liability insurance?
Will there be security guards on site, or do I need to
make my own arrangements?
Elegance
IN A COUNTRY SETTING
Set amidst 25 acres of lush grounds, quaint arbors and picket fences, moss draped live oaks and roses, Ashelynn Manor provides a relaxed country setting with all the modern amenities and several options for your wedding: large or intimate. Exchange your vows in front of 275 guests in the new “Vintage�chapel with mahogany pews and light filled windows or in the romantic garden gazebo with horses in the distant pastures. The stately Manor luxuriously appointed with marble floors, grandiose columns, a picture perfect circular staircase topped with a sparkling chandelier and fabulous views is ideal for intimate gatherings. Host your reception in the carriage house, decorated in an elegant true country style. Our on-site planners will customize your event to perfection.
281.252.3355 | www.ashelynnmanor.com 25276 Nichols Sawmill | Magnolia, Texas 77355
Important Questions to ? Ask Your Wedding Venue Vendors and Setup
Must I use in-house caterers, or choose from a
preferred vendor list?
If I hire my own caterer, are kitchen facilities
available for them?
Can I bring in a cake from an outside cake maker
or must I use a cake made on the premises? Is there
a cake-cutting fee? If I use a cake made on site is
the fee waived? Do you provide special
cake-cutting utensils?
When can my vendors arrive for setup
Are there any decoration limitations?
Are candles permitted?
Are tables, linens, chairs, plates, silverware and
glassware provided? If so, is there an additional
charge?
Can I move things around and decorate to suit my
purposes, or do I have to leave everything as is?
Does the venue own sound equipment,
or do I need to rent my own?
Food and Beverage
jo’s
paper kitchen jospaperkitchen.com
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Are you licensed to provide alcohol service?
If so, is alcohol priced per person?
By consumption? Are there additional
charges for bar staff?
What is the food & beverage cost on a per-person
basis? What is the tax and service charge?
Can I bring my own wine, beer or champagne,
and is there a corkage fee if I do?
Can I bring in other alcohol?
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The
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Photos: Jonathan Ivy Photography
Styled Shoot
Styled Elegance AT HEATHER’S GLEN
Photography by: Kasey Lynn Photography
Style Guide Photographer: Kasey Lynn Photography Wedding Venue: Heather’s Glen Florist: A Different Bloom Furniture: Rent Some Vintage Hair: Blo The Woodlands
Real Wedding
Meagan + Will June 6, 2015 Photos by Photography by Niki
Real Wedding
Christina + David 4.10.2015 ~ Heather’s Glen ~
Photography by Harlowe-Lane-Photography
Real Wedding
Michelle + Michael April 25, 2015 Photos by Photography by Niki
Venue Guide
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The Lovely List Meet our lovely advertisers. Be sure to tell them you found them in Woodlands Bride. Visit our premier vendor guide at http://vendors.woodlandsbride.com to find your perfect vendor. CATERING
---------------------------Crave Catering and Events, LLC (281) 797-0262 cravecateringtexas.com Magnolia Lake 2001 Texas 30 Huntsville, TX 77320 (936) 294-0991 magnolia-lake.com
CINEMATOGRAPHY ---------------------------Wedding Fanatics (281) 935-4265 weddingfanatics.com
DJs
---------------------------DJ Dave Productions (713) 806-1085 djdaveproductions.com PB & DJ (832) 233-9281 pbdjs.com
FLORAL
---------------------------LZ Floral 26600 Keith Street Spring, TX 77373 (281) 813-5145 lzfloral.com The Blooming Idea 25915 Budde Road, Suite 400 The Woodlands, TX 77380 (281) 292-4546 thebloomingideaevents.com
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HAIR + MAKEUP
---------------------------Blo Blow Dry Bar 25 Waterway Avenue, Ste. 150 The Woodlands, TX 77380 (281) 465-8515 blomedry.com blothewoodlands@blomedry. com Exquisite Reflections (281) 898-0411 exquisitereflections.info Makeup by Keri Ann (713) 775-5659 MakeupbyKeriAnn.com
HEALTH + WELLNESS ---------------------------Snow White Mobile Teeth Whitening (936) 494-9754 mysnowwhiteteeth.com
INVITATIONS + PAPERS
---------------------------Jo’s Paper Kitchen (936) 931-7307 jospaperkitchen@gmail.com jospaperkitchen.com Zulees 9595 Six Pines Drive The Woodlands, TX 77380 (281) 419-0773 zulees.com
OFFICIANT
---------------------------Going to the Chaplain (713) 822-4510 goingtothechaplain.com
PARTIES + SHOWERS ---------------------------Pinot’s Palette (936) 321-ARTS pinotspalette.com/ Woodlands
PHOTOBOOTHS
---------------------------Tap Snap Phototainment (832) 257-7612 janaw@tapsnap.net tapsnap1087.com
PHOTOGRAPHERS ---------------------------AMA Photography & Cinema (832) 413-3580 www.amabyaisha.com
Binford Creative Photography (832) 470-2717 binfordcreativephotography. com info@binfordcreativephotography.com C. Baron Photography (281) 774-8794 info@CBaronPhotography. com www.CBaronPhotography.com
Christopher Lynn Photography (281) 974-0069 christopherlynnphotography.com Designs By Karinda (832) 250-7837 info@designsbykarinda.com designsbykarinda.com Hoffland Studios 300 E Main St Humble, TX 77338 (731) 907-6791 hofflandstudios.com Harlowe-Lane Photography (713) 730-9848 HarloweLane.com Jonathan Ivy Photography (281) 224-1937 jonathanivyphoto.com Kasey Lynn Photography (832) 723-6163 kaseylynnphotography.com Kelley Craig Photography (240) 881-8633 kelleycraigphotography.com Memories By Maryanne (281) 583-9524 membymaryanne.com Photography by Niki (281) 798-0702 Niki@PhotographybyNiki.com photographybyniki.com Violeta Brown Photography (832) 538-2300 violetabrownphotography.com
The Lovely List
RENTALS
---------------------------Rent Some Vintage (281) 827-1049 rentsomevintage.com Sweet Tea & Linen (281) 513-8413 carolynmillsdesigns@gmail. com sweettea-andlinen.com
REHEARSAL DINNER VENUES
VENUES
---------------------------April Sound County 1000 April Sound Blvd Montgomery, TX 77356 (936) 588-7213 clubcorp.com/Clubs/AprilSound-Country-Club Ashelynn Manor 25276 Nichols Sawmill Road, Magnolia, TX 77355 (281) 252-3355 ashelynnmanor.com
Moffitt Oaks 20125 Cedar Lane Tomball, TX 77377 info@moffittoaks.com (281) 370-6616 moffittoaks.com The Sanctuary at Water Oak 28600 Oaks on the Water Montgomery, TX 77356 (936) 447-6781 wateroakonlakeconroe.com/ santuary
---------------------------Buca di Beppo 19075 I-45 South Conroe, TX 77385 bucadibeppo.com
Cleopatra Palace 3355 FM 1960 West Houston, TX 77068 (281) 537-1966 cleopatrabanquethouston.com
The Woodlands Waterway Marriott 1601 Lake Robbins Drive The Woodlands, TX 77380 (281) 681-5783 marriott.com/houmw
Magnolia Lake 2001 Texas 30 Huntsville, TX 77320 (936) 294-0991 magnolia-lake.com
Heather’s Glen 200 E. Phillips Street Conroe, TX 77301 (936) 441-6611 HeathersGlen.com
The Woodlands Resort 2301 North Millbend Dr The Woodlands, TX 77380 (866) 317-4719 woodlandsresort.com
Bob’s Steak and Chop House (281) 292-2627 www.bobs-steakandchop.com
Hodge Podge Lodge 300 Prairie Street Montgomery, TX 77356 (936) 228-9290 hodgepodge-lodge.com
Town Hall Texas 12194 Sleepy Hollow Road Conroe, TX 77385 info@townhalltexas.com (281) 943-4244
Madera Estates 3201 N Frazier Street Conroe, TX 77303 (936) 441-9337 mymaderaestates.com
WEDDING FASHION
TRAVEL AGENTS
---------------------------Bella Destination Travel (832) 209-2174 (866) 763-6288 info@belladestinationstravel. com belladestinationstravel.com
Magnolia Lake 2001 Texas 30 Huntsville, TX 77320 (936) 294-0991 magnolia-lake.com
---------------------------Amanda Badgely Designs (209) 683-4422 ABblingAccessories@gmail. com abbling.com
WEDDING PLANNERS
---------------------------A&E WEddings and Events info@aeweddingsandevents. com (281) 727-6800 aeweddingsandevents.com A Splendid Event 15833 Old Conroe Road Conroe, TX 77384 (731) 591-1490 asplendidevent.net Enchanted Vizions (888) 995-1089 enchantedvizions.com Event Solutions (281) 781-7676 EventSolutionsOnline.com Hand in Hand Weddings and Events (281) 769-1600 handinhandweddingsandevents.com J. Low Events (731) 962-7022 info@jlowevents.com jlowevents.com Treasured Spaces (731) 582-7184
YOUR FIRST HOME ---------------------------Realty Guard, LLC realtyguard.com
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25276 Nichols Sawmill Rd • Magnolia, TX 77355
Luxurious surroundings await each bride and groom and their guests with marble floors, grandiose columns, and a circular staircase with a gorgeous crystal chandelier in the center of the entry way, giving you a view of the Great Room and foyer below. No detail has been overlooked. Every room has been decorated to make you and your guests feel right at home. Ashelynn Manor has 25 beautiful acres with a park-like view. We encourage photographers to take advantage of all the picturesque locations on the property, such as our many arbors, and the quaint picket fence lined with roses in front of the Chapel. We have two parking areas for your guests upon arrival, and an off duty officer to assist your guests in parking and and locating your event. Guests who are physically challenged will have no issue getting around the venue as we have made special accommodations for them as well.
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Text MANOR to 77948 281.252.3355 | www.AshelynnManor.com