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Here comes the bride and with her –lots of things on the to do list! Whether you are a bride, a mother of the bride or a supportive friend, The Bride Guide lists only vendors whohave been recommended by busy, Lowcountry women.

Exclusive content, including a Wedding Workbook,is available at EveryBusyWoman.com.Be sure to sign up for the Busy Bride Buzz eNewsletter to stay up to date as the big day approaches.

Enjoy!Betty




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A Toast for theBride & Groom

Not a an o the bubbly? It’s

your day, so pick a toasting

beverage that refects who you

are. From Sangria to a specialty

cocktail to a local beer, toast

your new husband and all o

your riends with your

drink o choice!

accoMModatioNs

clen ple

205 Meeting Street, Downtown, 29401

tel 843.722.4900

www.charlestonplace.com

Fll be hl inn

Charleston’s only ull-service oceanront hotel.

tel 843.588.6464

www.ollybeachhotel.net

baKEriEs

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1662 Savannah Highway, West Ashley, 29407

tel 843.763.4125

www.ashleybakery.com

Wen cke Jm smel

tel 843.795.6114

www.weddingcakesbyjimsmeal.com

bartENdiNg sErvicEs

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Outstanding, high quality event bar services oering

resh, innovative and exciting beverage ideas.Professional & Friendly • Fully Insured

Standard & Tailored Bar Packages

Our dedicated team will ensure every element o the

service we oer exceeds your expectations.

tel 843.437.6720

email: [email protected]

www.iceboxbar.com

bEauty

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We provide classic beauty and airbrush makeup services,

ull hairstyling, Donna Bella Hair Extensions, Eyelash

Extensions and Custom Airbrush Tanning. Experience

only the nest in direct to you beauty services or

your wedding, pageant or special event.

tel 843.737.3790


www.powderpustobrushes.com

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Dining BridalRegistry Checklist

❍ 12-piece set o ormal china

❍ 12-piece set o everyday

dinnerware

❍ Set o serving dishes and

bowls to match the above

❍ 2 serving platters

❍ 1 gravy boat

❍ 12 water glasses

❍ 8 white wine glasses,

8 red wine glasses

❍ 8 high ball glasses

❍ 8 old-ashioned glasses

❍ 12 Champagne glasses

❍ 8 mugs

❍ 12-piece set o silver

❍ 12-piece set o everyday

fatware

❍ 1 tea service

(tray, pot, sugar and creamer)

❍ Serving utensils (large orks,

spoons, cheese knives)

❍ 12 placemats

❍ 12 napkins and rings

❍ 2 table cloths

bridaL rEgistry

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Your Table • Your Party • Your Life

1956 Maybank Highway, The Terrace Plaza, James Island, 29412

tel 843.795.5995

www.settingsllc.com

bridaL shoWErs & partiEs

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Pinckney Room & Piazza

50 people (standing, hors d’oeuvres)

21 people (sit down)

18 Pinckney Street, 2nd foor, Downtown, 29401

tel 843.534.CHEF (2433), ax 843.534.2439

www.crucatering.com

See our ad page 35

swee 185 b sn s

& on bqe

customized bridal & bachelorette events

476 King Street, King Street, Downtown, 29403

tel 843.329.3500

www.sweetbodysugaring.com

See our ad page 3

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Eclectic Modern American Cuisine

Cru Catering oers ull-service, customized catering, including

in-house personal ches, meetings, receptions and private

parties. Our experts, with over 20 years experience, can help

coordinate pre-planned menus or groups rom 2 to 2,000 or

every occasion – everything rom take-out brunch, lunch and

dinners to on-site hors d’oeuvres and multiple-course meals.

Voted Best Caterer 2001 – 2008 byCharleston City Paper readers

Che John Zucker, 1st in Class, Cordon Bleu Graduate

1784 Harmon Street, Downtown, 29405

tel 843.534.CHEF (2433), ax 843.534.2439

www.crucatering.com

See our ad page 57



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Kitchen RegistryChecklist

❍ 1 set o pots and pans (1 stock

pot, 2 sauté pans, 1 sauce pan)

❍ 1 set o knives (one o each:

paring knie, che ’s knie, bread

knie and serrated knie)

❍ 8 steak knives

❍ 1 standing mixer

❍ 1 blender❍ 1 coeemaker

❍ 2 cutting boards

❍ 1 set each o measuring cups

and spoons

❍ 1 set o mixing bowls

❍ 1 set o cooking utensils

(spatula, whisk, slotted

and wooden spoons)

❍ Salt and pepper shakers

❍ 2 covered casserole dishes❍ 3 baking sheets

❍ A cake pan, a pie pan and a

bundt pan

❍Oven mitts

❍ 2 sets o kitchen towels

F hen

Responding to overwhelming requests rom guests at his

restaurants, Fred Neuville, executive che o Fat Hen and

Wild Olive and the creative orce behind some o Charleston’s

avorite dining establishments, has teamed with his wie Joan

Neuville to launch Fat Hen Catering. He brings over 30 years

experience, and always says, “In Catering, the only limitation

is your imagination.” With our custom menu creations,we will make your event truly memorable.

3140 Maybank Highway, Johns Island 29455

tel 843.559.5561

www.athencatering.com

See our ad page 53

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Full-service catering or all your special event needs.

Che Trae Wilson, tel 843.224.5873 or 843.577.0486

Catering Manager Jane Murphy, tel 843.330.8971www.granvillescaeandcatering.com

See our ad page 35

s s n cen

We know that every event is unique and we work with you

to create a menu or your special day that ts your individual

needs. View our sample menus online or some o our

specialties including Canapes, Carving Stations,

Phyllo Pastry Cup Bites and o course, Sushi.

1956-B Maybank Highway, Charleston, 29412 tel 843.762.3338


www.savorysushiandcatering.com

chiLdrEN’s WEar

sen belle

Exquisite and Unique Children’s Attire & Gits or

Weddings and Special Occasions

280 W. Coleman Boulevard, Mt. Pleasant, 29464(Northcutt Plaza Specialty Shops)

tel 843.881.1741

www.southernbellesonline.com

See our ad page 31

FitNEss

alln zmmemn, ryt

Yoga or busy brides! Relaxing, energizing, calming and

strengthening yoga sessions or brides and their wedding

parties. Schedule a session the day o your wedding or

months prior to help you clear your mind and relieve stress.

tel 843.367.0437

www.allisonzimmermanyoga.com




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Wedding Flowers Checklist

❍ Floral arrangements

or the ceremony

❍ Floral arrangements

or the reception

❍ Bride’s bouquets

❍ Bridesmaids’ bouquets

❍ Corsages & boutonnieres

❍ Flower girl’s buds

In Season Savings

Talk with your wedding

planner or forist about what

will be in bloom during the timeo your wedding. You’ll save

big on the cost, and can even

keep it local by purchasing

rom a local grower!

FLoraL dEsigN

L Flwe

The day you get married is not an ordinary day. Why celebrate

with ordinary fowers? No pre-set package deals orcing you to

t a standard. You tell us what you want, and together we plan

or your wedding fowers. Call us to set up an appointment

with one o our designers and visit our online gallery to start

exploring ideas. Visit us in our new location.

32 Laurens Street, Charleston, 29401

tel 843.534.2837


www.lotusfowercharleston.com

iNvitatioNs & statioNEry

clc

cm Mne cShower Invitations • Save the Dates

Custom Design Services Available

tel 703.655.8883

www.cluucards.com

See our ad page 59

JEWELry

i F Jewel

Nkk Fel WWe specialize in customized jewelry or the bride,

mother o the bride/groom and the bridal party that captures

the essence o your special day, creating a timeless,

one-o-a-kind keepsake. Visit the online gallery and

contact Nikki or a design consultation.

tel 843.343.3242


www.ittzjewelry.com

LightiNg & souNd

pn den ae

PDA is a national leader in providing lighting, audio, video,

staging, sets and trained technicians or events. Our designers

assist each bride and planner early in the planning process,

incorporating theme and color choices and making every event

unique and unorgettable. PDA is experienced in all venues in

Charleston. What sets us apart is our unwavering commitment

to quality and customer service. PDA has appeared in major

publications, including Weddings Unveiled, Grace Ormond’s

Wedding Style and Romantic Destinations .

2799 Three Lakes Road, North Charleston, 29418

tel 843.554.3466


www.pdastage.com

See our ad page 59




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Before the CeremonyPhotographer’s

Shoot Sheet

❍ Bride having her hair styled

and make up applied

❍ Bridesmaids helping the

bride get dressed

❍ Bride’s mom helping with a

detail like adjusting the veil or

zipping the dress

❍ Close ups o the Bride’s

bouquet

❍ Still shots o the Bride’s gown,

shoes, something borrowed…

❍ Bride with attendants

❍ Bride with the fower girl

❍ Bride with her parents

and siblings

❍Groom getting ready with

his ather and groomsmen

❍ Groom with his parents

and siblings

❍Groom with the best man

❍ Groom with the ring bearer

❍ Groomsmen putting on

boutonnieres or ties

photographErs

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Taylor Stewart oers candid, documentary-style wedding

photography and innovative portraiture.

3226 E-5 Maybank Highway, Suite E-5, Johns Island, 29455

tel 843.557.1468

www.taylorstewartphotography.com

WEddiNg apparEL

bell bem

A collection or the modern bridesmaid.

341 King Street Suite C, Downtown, 29401

tel 843.425.8079

www.bellabridesmaid.com

beln F WmenBridesmaids and Party Dresses

Specializing in mother o the bride and groom

116 King St, Downtown, 29401

tel 843.723.5591

www.berlinswomenclothing.com

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Bridal Chic

171 Spring Street, Downtown, 29403

tel 843.720.7979 email: [email protected]

www.maddisonrow.com

M pe he f ce

Embrace the nest expertise in Couture.

72 Wentworth Street, Charleston, SC 29401

tel 843.720.1120

www.maryportercouture.com

WEddiNg EvENt vENuEs

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cln belle

Make your wedding a truly special occasion aboard the

Carolina Belle – one o Charleston’s most unique event

locations. Whether you’re planning a rehearsal dinner,

wedding ceremony or wedding reception, delight your

guests with exceptional service, delicious ood and

the ever-changing views o Charleston’s picturesque harbor

as you cruise on the Carolina Belle.

10 Wharside Street, Charleston 29401

tel 843.722.1112 or 843.568.TOUR


www.charlestonharbortours.com

See our ad page 61

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Wedding To Dosto Delegate

There’s so much to be done,

but you don’t have to do it all!

Delegate some o these

responsibilities:

❍ Table and chair set up or the

reception. Make a diagram ormeet with who will help you at

the site beore the big day.

❍Mark the rows or seats that

are reserved or amily at the

ceremony site. Give them a

diagram o the arrangement

and materials.

❍Make sure the fowers aredelivered rom the vendor

and set up/distributed

appropriately.

❍ Check with the band or DJ.

❍ Hand out programs.

❍Greet guests as they arrive

and make sure they knowwhere to sit or stand.

❍ Lace bridesmaids’ bouquets at

head table or reception.

❍ Keep the bride’s lipstick,

powder, etc. handy or touch

ups at the reception.

❍Give bride her shoes tochange into at reception.

❍ Check to make sure the

getaway car is stocked with

everything the new couple

will need or the honeymoon.

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A timeless setting on the Ashley River or

unorgettable weddings.

3380 Ashley River Road, Charleston, 29414

tel 843.769.2600

www.draytonhall.org

Fll be hl inn oenfn

Thinking o a casual ceremony on the beach or an elegant,

black-tie gathering? With the beach right outside our doors and

over 4,000 square eet o fexible event space we have the

ideal location. Our proessional sta will guide you eortlessly

through the process o planning your special day. Located nine

short miles rom historic downtown Charleston, Folly Beach

oers spectacular sunrises and seaside ambiance. To learn

more about planning a wedding at the beach, send us an email,give us a call or schedule a tour to see the hotel in person.

1 Center Street, Folly Beach 29439 tel 843.588.6464

email: Kelly Killeen,Catering Manager [email protected]

www.ollybeachhotel.net

See our ad page 51

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Your wedding...Lowcountry style.

Invite your guests to all in love with your vision.

Introduce them to the wonder and beauty o salt marshes,

deep rivers and stately oaks.

No matter your style we have the setting to begin

your lietime o memories.

Cooper River Room:

Mt Pleasant Memorial Waterront Park

It’s all about the view.

Founders Hall:

Charles Towne Landing State Historic Site21st Century Lowcountry.

Legare Waring House:

Charles Towne Landing State Historic Site

History. Beauty. Charm.

tel 843.852.2965www.lowcountryparkvenues.com

See our ad page 63

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Emergency Wedding Day Kit

No need to say, “I only I had

my _____” on your big day!

Gather the ollowing things

together to make your own

wedding day “emergency kit”.

❍ Band-Aids

❍ Any medications

you may need❍ Bobby pins

❍Make-up

❍Hairspray

❍ Clear nail polish

(or pantyhose runs)

❍ Brush

❍ Tissues

❍ Baby powder or white chalk

(or covering stains)

❍ Comortable shoes

❍ Saety pins

❍ Spare pantyhose/stockings

❍ Cell phone & a list o

vendors numbers

❍Water & spirits or a

pre-wedding toast with the gals

(don’t overdo it)

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Lwne geNestled on 14 stunning acres on the Ashley River,

Lowndes Grove is an unrivaled Lowcountry setting

or truly unique weddings.

266 St. Margaret Street, Downtown, 29403 tel 843.853.1810


Wllw ce

Nestled in the Francis Marion Forest, eaturing a

large main lawn, beautiul fowers and oliage, 2 ponds and

a century old live oak as a glorious centerpiece.

4620 Causey Pond Road, Awendaw, 29429 tel 843.568.4183

www.willowcoveevents.com

See our ad page 26

WEddiNg pLaNNErs

dne Een

wedding coordination, design and consulting

115 Calhoun Street, Downtown, 29401

tel 843.723.1355


www.distinctive-events.com

See our ad page 64

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Where modern ideas meet old-ashioned service.

Planning and coordinating or weddings, vow renewals,

bat/bar mitzvahs, reunions, anniversaries and any other social

occasion. Call about our $99 Getting Started Package.

Full Service Planning & Day-of Coordination • Candy Buffets

Perfect Proposals • Surprise the Bride

Vow and Speech Writing

tel 843.847.8478 email: [email protected]

www.tanisjevents.com

“Most dress shops require brides to order theirdress six months in advance so make sure you

time any weight loss goals with your dress

shopping. Having your dress altered several

times can be time consuming and expensive.”

– TANIS JACKSON, Tanis J. Events




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3555 Meeting Street Road, North Charleston, 29405

tel 843.554.6334, fax 843.744.3701


www.alloccasionsparty.com

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Creating your distinctive vision through

infnitely creative design.

Our designers fnd the best possible resources, pulling rom

our extensive inventory o state-o-the-art design materials,

as well as utilizing local vendors that we trust. Floral and

oliage designers, lighting, draping and event specialists

work together with our planning and logistics team to perectly

plan and produce your dream wedding design.We listen, hear your ideas, share in your dreams, and help

you create the day you will remember or a lietime!

115 Calhoun Street, Downtown, 29401

tel 843.723.1355


www.distinctive-events.com

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d r souo

Oering premium rental items or your special event.The quality o our rental items sets us apart, and we are

committed to providing the best customer service possible,

ensuring that you are able to enjoy your day.

German Crystal • Stainless Steel Flatware • Fine China

Farm Tables • Lanterns • More Unique Products

tel 843.209.2267


www.eventdrscharleston.com

sy ev r & sf 3875 Meeting Street, North Charleston, 29405

tel 843.766.3366 or 800.932.5381

www.snydereventrentals.com

wedding transPOrtatiOn

shu Ho

A 12-passenger van providing reliable transportation service

throughout the Charleston area or all o your special event

needs. Please call for special event pricing.

tel 843.424.1323


www.facebook.com/shuttlehogs

See our ad page 47

BUSY WOMAN TIpS

Rental Questions

A good rental company will

work hand in hand with you to

make sure you have all that you

need. Planning on your own or

using several dierent sources

can lead to miscommunication,

so make sure you are asking the

right questions.

✓How and when do I pay?

✓How early should I make

my reservation?

✓ Is there a ee or changes

to my order?

✓ Can I pick up and return

my order?

✓When do you deliver/pick up?

✓ Is there a charge or delivery?✓Do I need to be there at

time o delivery?

✓ Are there any special

requirements or delivery?

(size o entrance; ramps; etc.)

✓Will you set up and take

down all rentals?

✓Do I have to wash any

o the items?

✓What is your policy regardingloss or damage?

✓ Looking over my order, is

there anything that I need to

complete my set up? (foor with

the tent; abric or urniture;

candles or votives; etc.)

✓Do you need a power source

or any o the items on my list,

and who provides extension

cords, power strips, etc.?

✓How do you anchor your

tents? (important to know

or venue)

✓What are your general rental

terms and conditions?

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