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I had the honor of attending the wedding of my nephew Dan and his bride, Lesa, in May. Aside from the children in the wedding party, my kids, Edward (9) and Marie (5) were the only children. Edward was the offical program-giver-outer. My sister Donna and I were readers and sat in the front row. My husband and children were seated directly behind me. I have to admit, I was a little nervous about their behavior during the ceremony. Would Marie want to come up and sit with “mommy?” Would Uncle Don make a silly face and get the kids cackling? These are thoughts that go through the mind of a mom, but they are also the things brides think about when they are consider-ing whether to include children in their wedding day.

Next up was the cocktail hour. It was held outside in a beautiful stone courtyard—a perfect, spring day. Ma-rie quickly made friends with Bella the flower girl. They each brought their own handbags filled with Barbies, cell phones and lip glosses—everything a little girl needs. Edward made his way around the courtyard and even got to meet a former University of Michigan football player AND try on his Rose Bowl ring! It was quite a treat! The bells were rung and din-ner was about to begin. Toasts and dinner went well as the kids found the candy bar and brought back some treats to the table.

Then, it happened. The band started to play. Aside from my daughter taking dance lessons once a week, I really had no idea that my kids loved to dance. I mean, they LOVE to dance. Edward was ready to jump on the floor while the first dances were taking place. I told him he had to wait just a few more minutes. With the exception of making them get a drink of water, they never left the dance floor. I’m not exaggerating. Even during slow dance songs—they never left.

When it comes to kids at weddings, I totally get it. I would have been fine whether my kids were invited or not. I was very grateful and honored that Dan and Lesa included them. The ceremony and reception were flawless and everything went off without a hitch. Their wedding was the perfect blend of seriousness with touches of comedic relief. The kids had a blast and the adult guests are still talking about the smooth moves they witnessed that night. While we were walking to the car to leave that night, Edward said to me “Mom, I think I won the best dancer award tonight and I’m pretty sure Lesa was second, and Marie, third.” I said, “You know, buddy, I think you are right. I’m so glad you guys had a great time.”

Moral of the story? Just let them dance.

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1-5 THE FASHION TEAM(Left to right)

The team worked on the c’est tres romantique! editorial on pages 166 to 183.

1 AMANDA CHASNOFFAmanda is the Senior Catering Manager for Ces & Judy’s Catering and has been in the wedding and event business for 10 years. “Being asked to play a part in this shoot with such a wonderful team was a dream come true. The inspira-tion and passion of the St. Louis

wedding industry is unbelievable.” Amanda co-styled the shoot—giving special attention to all the food details.

2 MELINDA ROELEVELDArtist turned floral designer, Melinda Roeleveld and her husband, Matthijs, started Les Bouquets about 10 years ago. Art is Melinda’s true love, but she sees floral design as just another art form and avenue for expressing her love for color, texture and design. “Each new job is a unique

opportunity to create something gorgeous and special for that individual.”

3 ASHLEE ERLINGERAshlee, wedding planner extraor-dinaire and owner of Signed Sealed Delivered Events, has been living the dream as a wedding planner since 2008 and loves every minute of it. “The moment Amy proposed the color palette for this shoot, I squealed in delight. The very first wedding I remember planning in my head as a little girl was light blue and peach... and included a sheep. Bringing that little dream to life with this team of incredible wedding pro-fessionals was some kind of wonder-ful!” Ashlee is a three-time winner of Wedding Planner of the Year.

4 WHITNEY REYNOLDSWhitney Reynolds is a St. Louis-based makeup artist and beauty blogger with a nearly decade-long love affair with the beauty industry. Her signature style can be seen in works of local high-profile photog-raphers, as well as countless other nationally-recognized commercial brands and network television programs. She is a two-time Best of The Knot recipient. “Having the opportunity to collaborate with such an awesome team on this project was truly a highlight of my professional career.”

5 AMY MEYEROTTAmy is the lead photographer at Meyerott Photography and Cinema, which she co-owns with her husband, Andrew. Along with their marriage, Meyerott Photog-raphy was established in 2009. Andrew joined the company in 2013, adding cinematography to the brand. “My best friend Ashley and I always dreamed of travel-ing to France together. Running a company (and being moms) has temporarily put those dreams on hold. This shoot was a message to her, my husband and little girl that they should never stop dream-ing and that sometimes making dreams come true requires a lot of dedication and hard work.”

6 KELLY PRATT KREIDICH AND IAN KREIDICHKelly and Ian started Kelly Pratt Photography 10 years ago. They love creating images that are clean, elegant and vibrant, and that reflect the unique personalities of their couples. “It was so fun seeing what each of the planners and designers came up with for their table designs! Our city has such talented and cre-ative vendors.” Kelly and Ian shot Pick Your Palette on pages 130-164.

7 MICHELLE HUESGENMichelle owns Untamed Heart Photography and has been pho-tographing people who love each other since 2007. She’s been a speaker and a teacher in the photography field. She is most proud of her work that was pub-lished in Design Aglow’s book on Posing for Photographers. She was also named “One of the 100 Photographers to Watch in 2015” by Clickin Moms. She photo-graphed the Wedding Awards on pages 108-109.

8 AMY FENSTER BROWNAmy Fenster Brown had a difficult time writing her piece The ‘What If’ Bride, because she has truly never panicked, ever. As a bride, she was cool, calm, and collected, and didn’t experience one ounce of anxiety. No freaking out over decisions large or small, no OCD, and no Bridezilla behavior leading up to the big day. She has literally never exaggerated a day in her life. Amy Fenster Brown also lies. In addition to lying, she is a frequent contributor to Saint Louis Bride Magazine.

9 DAVID LANCASTERDavid’s daytime career as editor of Where Magazine and Kansas City Where Guestbook has never kept him from being a longtime contributor to the pages of Saint Louis Bride, for which he has photographed countless bouquets, gifts, jewelry, accessories, food and fashion over the last thirteen years. For this issue, David shot Creative Cakes on 112.

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MODEL: Abby Stahlschmidt,West Model & Talent ManagementFLORIST: Melinda Roeleveld,Les BouquetsPHOTOGRAPHY: Amy Meyerott, Meyerott Photography & Cinema STYLISTS: Ashlee Erlinger, Signed Sealed Delivered Events and Amanda Chasno , Ces & Judy’sHAIR & MAKEUP: Whitney Reynolds, Beauty by WhitneyLOCATION: Silver Oaks Chateau

THE DRESS: Floral “Gilmore” gown by Lis Simon, $1,575 from Town and Country Bridal Boutique.

THE FLOWERS: Loosely wrapped bouquet of delphinium, English garden roses, veronica, lilac, wax ower, spray roses, ranunculus and orange branch, designed byLes Bouquets.

THE JEWELRY: Antique Georgian earrings circa 1800features old mine cut diamonds, $4,000 and white gold pearl and diamond ring circa 1930’s, $1,800 from Timekeepers.

on the cover

This shoot was a messageto my best friend, my husbandand little girl that they should

never stop dreaming andsometimes making dreamscome true requires a lot ofdedication and hard work.

—AMY MEYEROTT

Whitney Reynolds,


around townNew and noteworthy happenings in and around St. Louis

congratulations to Kim carpenter,

director of sales at Ameristar, who

is celebrating her 10th year with

the property.

wedding pro, Amanda chasnoff,

has recently launched STL Wedding Celebrant — creating personalized,

unique wedding ceremonies for

couples around the saint louis

area and destination weddings,

stlweddingcelebrant.com,

314.605.7804

movers ANd shAKers

55YEARSRusso's CateringTom, Mark, Franand Mike Russo

ANNiversAries These wedding pros and venues are celebrating milestone anniversaries!

ANNiversAries

Russos Catering - Tom, Mark, Fran and Mike Russo

35YEARS

Ces & Judy's CateringCecily Hoffius

and Judith Bellos

Divine EventsAaren Muex

10YEARS

Alred WeddingsPlanning and Design

Shelli Alred

13YEARS

Wedding WonderlandMichael Temm and Team

30YEARS

30YEARS

LoRusso's CucinaRich and Terri LoRusso

10YEARSMoulin Events

Ameristar CasinoSt. Charles

Conference Center

10YEARS

Adam Foster Fine Art Jewelry

relocated their store to 1600 south

brentwood, suite 410, in brent-

wood, 314.771.3390

congrats to susan robson of Go Travel STL who published a new

e-book, "vacation Planning secrets

of a world traveler,"

available on Amazon.

McArthur's Bakery opened a new

bakery and cafe at 6630 del-

mar boulevard in University city,

314.894.0900

An Affair to Remember relocated

their studio and warehouse to 4810

Fairview, st. louis, 63116, affair-

remember.com, 314.899.9321

Bliss Beauty Bar opened a salon

and bridal suite at 1120 technology

drive, suite 116 in o'Fallon, missouri,

blissbeautybarstl.com, 636.329.9261

Emily Miller Makeup opened a new,

appointment-only studio at 909

crescent drive in clayton, emily-

miller.com, 314.83.emilY

Sarah’s Cake Shop is getting

ready to open their second location,

“sarah’s on central,” at 127

s. central Avenue in eureka.

scheduled to open mid-July, sarah’s

on central will serve light breakfasts,

lunch and their famous desserts,

sarahscakeshopstl.com

Vellum opened a new, appointment

only studio at 9844 manchester road,

63119, velluminc.com, 314.909.1640

Secluded. Intimate.Exclusively You .The setting is secluded, intimate and set in an enchanting native preserve

off ering outdoors ceremony and dining possibilities.

SilverOaksChateau.com

Photography by Lisa H

essel Photography



around town

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WHERE MAPS and theST. LOUIS MENU GUIDE make the perfect additions to your welcome gifts for out-of-towners. Call Amy Fenster Brown at Saint Louis Bride for more information,314-588-8313.

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Feed Your SoulsCompanion Bakery recently opened a state-of-the-art culinary teaching

kitchen at their West St. Louis Campus located at 2331 Schuetz Rd. in

Maryland Heights. The center is open for demonstrations, cooking and

baking classes. Bring your entire wedding party in for a culinary cook

off in the stadium kitchen! To learn more about their private event space,

book a party or special event, contact Cassy Vires at teachingkitchen@

companion stl.com or call 314-627-5257.

Mirror Mirror On The WallBrand new interactive open-air photo-mirror

service from Sunshine Entertainment allows

guests to approach and talk with the mirror, take

photos with props and print branded photos for

keepsakes. A social media kiosk next to the booth

allows guests to share their photos on Facebook,

Twitter, email or Instagram! Visit website for

more information and to view video of the photo

mirror in action, www.sunshineentertainment

group.com or 636-207-9999.


around town

A taste of st. louisThink outside the ordinary gift basket and treat your out-of-

towners to a beautiful St. Louis skyline box lled with local

faves like Bissinger’s chocolates, Dad’s Original cookies, Sweets

& Treats popcorn, Fitz’s Root Beer, Mom’s pretzels, St. Louis

sport team items, Arch-themed gifts and much more. Visit

www.giftsstlouis.com to see a variety of welcome baskets

and gifts or call 636-458-2439.

Fliptastic 2 Chicks & a Photobooth,

LLC now offers Flipbooks

for weddings and events!

Guests get in their open-air

Flipbook Studio and create

a six-second video.

A miniature photobook

of 60 photos is created,

and when guests ip

through the book, what-

ever they did in the video, comes to life in motion photos.

Not only do guests walk away with a fun favor, they really

enjoy watching the entire process from start to nish.

Visit www.2chicsphotobooth.com, 314-614-1217.

custom lingerieLocal designer, Susan Piontek, has created Sassy Chassis—a

vintage- and French-inspired line of lingerie that is the perfect

addition to the Bride’s trousseau. The garments are machine

washable and available in two lengths: Bloomers, and a slightly

longer version, Boomers. Available in sizes XS-IIXL and per-

sonalization/monogramming available. Sassy Chassis’ fabrics

and laces are sourced in the USA. Available at the following

St. Louis based stores: Sugar Magnolia, Designing Block and

Amelia’s Fine Linens. Also, shown at Fleur De Lis Bridal

Boutique, Sincerely Yours Bridal and the Enchanted Bride, Visit

www.sassychassisusa.com, 314-413-8012.

chalk it Up in styleMoxie Chalk Creations and Design is the new service offered

by Becky Myrick of Sunshine Entertainment Group. Custom

chalk creations of any kind are available for weddings includ-

ing seating charts, sandwich boards, easels and table numbers.

Visit www.sunshineentertainmentgroup.com, 636-207-9999.

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Real Moments

Lilly Leyh & Sadie Pierce June 6, 2015

PHOTOGRAPHED BY LOVE & PERRY PHOTO

“Sit down with your partner and individually rank your priorities for the big day. This was so help-ful when guring out how to structure our budget, research, and energy leading up to the wedding. And, most importantly of all – savor the many moments of the day with your partner!” —LILLY

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DETAILSFLORIST: Belli Fiori BRIDE’S DRESS: BHLDNBRIDE’S ATTIRE: Bindle and Keep BRIDE’S AND BRIDESMAIDS' HAIR & MAKEUP:

KINK Hair salon WEDDING AND RECEPTION VENUE:

Three Barn Farm CATERER: Catering St. LouisPIES: Sugaree Baking Co. DJ: Rockstar DJPAPER GOODS: Jocelyn Runice


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DETAILS

FLORIST: Festive Couture Floral BRIDE'S DRESS: Nicole Miller, NordstromBRIDESMAIDS' DRESSES: Allure, Mia Grace BridalBRIDESMAIDS' HAIR AND MAKEUP:

Jon Thomas Salon Creve CoeurCAKE: McArthur's Bakery LINENS: All Seasons WEDDING AND RECEPTION VENUE:

St. Louis Union Station HotelLIGHTING AND CEREMONY TENT:

Contemporary ProductionsMUSIC: Landol Quartet (ceremony); Motown Revue (reception)VIDEOGRAPHER: Video Views

Alexis Luckett & Zachary Guller November 28, 2015

PHOTOGRAPHED BY JOEL MARION PHOTOGRAPHY

“The ceremony tent was so beautiful! I'll never forget walking down the aisle, trying my hardest to keep it together, but I wanted to fall apart. I was so overwhelmed emotionally by how handsome Zach looked, by how much I loved him, by seeing all of our family up ahead. There was SO much love in that room I think my heart almost burst!”—ALEXIS' MOST MEMORABLE MOMENT

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DETAILSWEDDING PLANNER: Kristin Ashley Events FLORIST: Becky Klein, AIFDBRIDE’S DRESS: Mori Lee, Robin's BridalGROOM’S ATTIRE: Men's Wearhouse BRIDE’S HAIR & MAKEUP: Bride did her own makeup, as she is the owner of Flawless Makeup and Hairstyling; Angela Rackley at Ju Ju B's Salon did hairstyling.BRIDESMAID DRESSES: BHLDN WEDDING LOCATION: Concordia Lutheran ChurchRECEPTION VENUE: The Chase Park Plaza

CAKE: The Chase Park PlazaBAND: Rosewood Ensemble (Ceremony), Trilogy Band (Reception) SPECIALTY LIGHTING AND DÉCOR, LINENS AND

RENTALS: Exclusive EventsPAPER GOODS: Poppies Design Studio PHOTOBOOTH: Fish Eye Fun TRANSPORTATION: Best Transportation VIDEOGRAPHER: Claire Bira with Imageclairity

Jennifer Lynch& David Karrasch

August 15, 2015

PHOTOGRAPHED BY OLDANI PHOTOGRAPHY

“We let our planner Kristin, with Kristin Ashley Events, take the reigns. She took in to account our style and the overall feel that we wanted to convey on our big day. The hundreds of roses hang-ing from the dance oor were a great addition for adding that extra special touch!” —JENNIFER

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DETAILSWEDDING PLANNER: Cosmopolitan EventsFLORIST: Belli FioriBRIDE’S DRESS: Fleur de Lis Bridal BoutiqueGROOM’S ATTIRE: Custom-made suits by Chris AllwinBRIDE’S HAIR & MAKEUP: Kelly Hubbard (hair), DanielleStyle (makeup)BRIDESMAIDS HAIR & MAKEUP: DanielleStyleBRIDESMAID DRESSES: Bella BridesmaidsWEDDING LOCATION: The Shrine of St. JosephRECEPTION VENUE: Four Seasons St. LouisCAKE: Four Seasons St. LouisMUSIC: Rosewood Ensemble (ceremony);Arvell and Company (reception)SPECIALTY LIGHTING AND DÉCOR: Table TenEvent Design

Caitlin Lanter & Bret Morrell December 12, 2015

PHOTOGRAPHED BY JON KOCH PHOTOGRAPHY

“When we walked into the reception, our guests were waiting for us on the dance oor. The band was playing “Uptown Funk” by Bruno Mars, and our guests surrounded us as we had a dance party to kick o theevening.”—CAITLIN'S MOST

MEMORABLE MOMENT

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Jenny Lamm & Ben Hallemeier

June 6, 2015

PHOTOGRAPHED BY STEPHEN SEEBECK PHOTOGRAPHY

“I will never forget the moment they opened the doors at the church. My dad’s strong grip and seeing Ben for the rst time as we started down the aisle. I will also never forget seeing the ballroom for the rst time with our dream wedding brought to life. It was breathtaking!” —JENNY

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DETAILSWEDDING PLANNER: Cosmopolitan EventsFLORIST: Artistry FloristBRIDE’S DRESS: Modern Trousseau from Fleur de Lis Bridal BoutiqueGROOM’S ATTIRE: Suits from Zara Men’sBRIDE’S/BRIDESMAIDS' HAIR & MAKEUP: DaniellestyleWEDDING LOCATION: St. Anthony of Padua Catholic ChurchRECEPTION VENUE: Meadowbrook Country ClubCAKE/CUPCAKES: The CakeryMUSIC: Lorrin Lynn (ceremony); DJ Tres (reception)SPECIALTY LIGHTING AND DÉCOR: Exclusive EventsLINENS: BBJ LinenRENTALS: The Aries CompanyPAPER GOODS: VellumPHOTOBOOTH: Fish Eye FunTRANSPORTATION: Best TransportationVIDEOGRAPHER: Boda Film


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DETAILSFLORIST: Crimson PetalBRIDE’S DRESS: Elegant Brides, Edwardsville, ILGROOM’S ATTIRE: Stallone's Formal Wear

BRIDESMAID DRESSES: David's BridalWEDDING AND RECEPTION VENUE:

Peabody Opera House

CAKE: The CakeryMUSIC: Mark Boemler Music(ceremony), MillenniumProductions (reception)SPECIALTY LIGHTING AND DÉCOR:

Millennium Productions

VIDEOGRAPHER: Millennium Productions

Valerie Minnigerode & C. Scott Brinkman

December 11, 2015

PHOTOGRAPHED BY ABBIE TAKES PICTURES

“Instead of a traditional program, we gave each guest a ‘Playbill,’ which presented the occasion as if it were a wedding version of “It’s A Wonderful Life.” We had movie-poster-sized advertisements made that were re-creations of the real movie posters used by RKO Pictures for the movie’s release in 1946, and our family had posed for pictures that resembled the iconic images.” —VALERIE ON

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DETAILSBRIDE’S DRESS: Jasmine, The Bridal Shoppe

GROOM’S ATTIRE: Ike Behar Ashton,Savvi Formal Wear BRIDESMAID DRESSES: Bill Levko,The Bridal ShoppeWEDDING AND RECEPTION VENUE:

Third Degree Glass FactoryCATERER: Gregory’s Creative CuisineCAKE: Destination Desserts (a non-prot food truck where all proceeds benet The Center for Head Injury Services)DJ: Vitamin C Entertainment

LINENS: Weinhardt Party RentalsPAPER GOODS: Posh Party Supplies

PHOTOBOOTH: Capture It STL

Elsa Wible & Alex Smith

April 9, 2016

PHOTOGRAPHED BYWHITE KLUMP PHOTOGRAPHY

“We had a cupcake truck! Instead of cutting the cake and doing a receiving line, we served cupcakes and said “hi!” to all of our guests. We also had stations for catering. We had a salad bar; mashed potato bar served in martini glasses; and a slider bar! It was fun and allowed everyone’s taste buds to be satised!” —ELSA

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Real Moments

Katherine "Kat" Deem & Stuart "Stu" Beath Jr. November 7, 2015

PHOTOGRAPHED BY ASHLEY FISHER PHOTOGRAPHY

“Walking down the grand staircase into our reception to Charles Glenn singing “When the ‘Beaths’go marching in.” I was so excited to be married and relieved that the ceremony had gone exactly as we hoped. The whole room was clapping with the song and the energy was electric. The party had ocially started!” —KAT'S MOST

MEMORABLE MOMENT

DETAILSFLORIST: Always in BloomBRIDE’S DRESS: Judd Waddell, Fleur de Lis Bridal Boutique GROOM’S ATTIRE: Custom Tuxedo from J. HilburnBRIDE’S/BRIDESMAIDS' HAIR & MAKEUP: Beauty by WhitneyWEDDING & RECEPTION VENUE: Peabody Opera HouseCAKE: The CakeryMUSIC: Jackson Howard (ceremony); Charles Glenn Band (reception)PAPER GOODS: Cheree Berry Paper (posters/ save-the-dates) & Julie Stephenson (place cards/invitations)CUSTOM POSTERS AT VENUE: Cheree Berry PaperPHOTOBOOTH: Ashley Fisher PhotographyVIDEOGRAPHER: Meyerott Photography & Cinema


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Anna Constantino & Scott Pettit

October 3, 2015

PHOTOGRAPHED BY ALISON DUFFY PHOTOGRAPHY

“Laugh. The washi tape you bought in bulk isn’t adhering to any type of material? Laugh. Your mother went into your google doc and rearranged your table assignments? Laugh. You realize you forgot to put Country Grammar on your ‘must play’ list? Maybe cry rst. Then laugh. You are getting married to the love of your life – it will be beautiful and perfect no matter what!” —ANNA


DETAILS

FLORIST: Les Bouquets BRIDE’S DRESS: Paloma Blanca, Simply Elegant BridalGROOM’S ATTIRE: Tommy Hilger, Men's WarehouseBRIDE’S/BRIDESMAIDS' HAIR & MAKEUP: Simply Breathtaking (Kristi Delisi & Jessica Norman)BRIDESMAID DRESSES: BHLDNWEDDING LOCATION: Catholic Student Center, Washington University in St. LouisRECEPTION VENUE: Forest Park Visitor CenterCATERER: Catering St. LouisCAKE: The Cakery PAPER GOODS: The Service Bureau MUSIC: Joe Schoen and Christine Holladay (Ceremony), Millennium Productions (Reception) TRANSPORTATION: St. Louis Trolley and Carriage Co. VIDEOGRAPHER: Alison Duy Photography


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DETAILSFLORIST: Festive Couture FloralBRIDE’S DRESS: Montage by Mon Cheri, Special Occasions by Paulette and TeddyGROOM’S ATTIRE: Savvi FormalwearBRIDE’S AND BRIDESMAIDS' HAIR & MAKEUP:

DaniellestyleBRIDESMAID DRESSES: Jim Hjelm, Maiden VoyageWEDDING LOCATION: Cathedral Basilica of Saint LouisRECEPTION VENUE: Spink Pavilion, MissouriBotanical GardenCATERER: Catering St. LouisCAKE: Hank's CheesecakesDJ: TKO DJ's

ICE SCULPTURE: Ice VisionsTRANSPORTATION: Fun Tyme LimousineVIDEOGRAPHER: Millennium Productions

Karen Cooper & Frederick Wedemeier

April 11, 2015

PHOTOGRAPHED BYTROTTER PHOTO

“At our reception, Fred and Icreated a slide show set to music of our early years and incorporated pictures of our four daughters, their husbands and our four grandchildren. We thought it would be a wonderful way for our guests to become more familiar with our families, who mean the world to us.” —KAREN

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Ashton Tellefsen & Alan Guehne

November 27, 2015

PHOTOGRAPHED BYARNDT PHOTO & CINEMA

“When my nan was buttoning up the back of my dress and then when she xed my strap right before the ceremony; my mom crying tears of joy at the ceremony; my stepmom hug-ging me tight for a sele at the reception; my brothers being in the bridal party celebrating every moment with us; and the most incredible best man and maid of honor speeches I’ve ever heard, are the important little memories that I hold close to my heart.”—ASHTON'S MOST

MEMORABLE MOMENTS


DETAILSWEDDING PLANNER: Signed Sealed Delivered EventsFLORIST: An Aair to Remember BRIDE’S DRESS: Allure, Champagne and Lace Bridal GROOM’S ATTIRE: Willard’s Formal WearBRIDE’S AND BRIDESMAIDS' HAIR &

MAKEUP: Hollywood Hair BRIDESMAID DRESSES: various storesWEDDING AND RECEPTION LOCATION AND

CATERER: Magnolia Hotel CAKE AND DESSERT BAR: Sugarbelle Cakery

MUSIC: Lakeshore String Quartet (ceremony), Allegro Entertainment (reception)LINENS AND RENTALS: An Aair to Remember

PAPER GOODS: Unique MomentsTRANSPORTATION: Absolute Perfect TouchVIDEOGRAPHER: Nathan LuberTouchDJ: Allegro EntertainmentMUSIC: Lake Shore String Quartet; AJ Rovenstine (Singer) & Justin (Guitar)


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DETAILSFLORIST: Always in BloomBRIDE’S DRESS: ModclothGROOM’S ATTIRE: Savvi FormalwearBRIDE’S/BRIDESMAIDS' HAIR & MAKEUP: Elegance SalonBRIDESMAIDS' DRESSES: Rob ClothWEDDING LOCATION: Cli Cave Park Riverside Shelter (A simple picnic pavilion overlooking the river)RECEPTION VENUE: Beyond BroadwayCATERER: Patty Long CateringCAKE: Theresa Eldridge (friend)PAPER GOODS: Katie Keough with Original Ink DesignsMUSIC: Spotify PlaylistTRANSPORTATION: Red 1954 Cadillac convertible (provided by a friend)

Amy Mancuso & Neill Lucash

November 7, 2015

PHOTOGRAPHED BY DINAN PHOTO

“Make it your own. Have fun with it! You might nd that what you imagined as your dream wedding two years ago no longer ts in your plans. That being said, don’t be afraid that you’ll look back at your wedding in a couple years and wonder why you chose those colors or that bridesmaid dress. It’s all about what’s happening at that moment.” —AMY


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Lindsay Davidson & Robert Clukies

September 19, 2015

PHOTOGRAPHED BY L PHOTOGRAPHIE

“On arrival to the ceremony, our guests were greeted with a “Mimi's Margarita,” which was the favorite drink of the groom’s mother who passed away. We wanted everyone to think of her and also set the tone for a relaxed and fun evening! Instead of the traditional route‚ I walked down the aisle to Elvis’ “Can’t Help Falling in Love” played on the acoustic guitar. We also had our two dogs included in the ceremony and they both walked down the aisle wearing adorable bow-ties.” —LINDSAY


DETAILSWEDDING PLANNER: Simcha's Events FLORIST: Artistry FloristBRIDE'S DRESS: Rivini, Fleur De Lis Bridal Boutique GROOM’S ATTIRE: Calvin Klein BRIDESMAID DRESSES: Joanna August, Bella Bridesmaids RECEPTION VENUE: Caramel RoomCATERER: 23 City Blocks Catering CAKE: The Cakery MUSIC: The Downtown Band, Nashville, TN (reception), Spanky's Entertainment (ceremony acoustic music and dueling piano after party)

SPECIALTY LIGHTING AND DÉCOR: Exclusive Events LINENS AND RENTALS: BBJ Linens PAPER GOODS: M. Haley Design ICE SCULPTURE: Ice Visions PHOTOBOOTH: Fish Eye FunTRANSPORTATION: St. Louis Carriage and Trolley Company VIDEOGRAPHER: Boda Films


DETAILSFLORIST: Bouquets and centerpieces were made by Mother of the Bride, corsages/bou-tonnière and cake owers are from Walter Knoll FloristBRIDE’S DRESS: Allure Bridal, House of Brides (Naperville, IL)GROOM’S ATTIRE: Men's Wearhouse BRIDE’S AND BRIDESMAIDS' HAIR & MAKEUP:

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Shannon Gallup & Scott Walls October 10, 2015

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“Scott is from St Louis, so he is a Cardinals fan. I’m from Illinois and a true Cubs fan. The Cubs and Cardinals were playing each other in the playo game the night of our wedding (the Cubs won!). We included our baseball rivalry at the reception, and even in our vows.” —SHANNON

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DETAILSWEDDING PLANNER: Emily Anna EventsFLORIST: Festive Couture Floral BRIDE’S DRESS: Allure Couture, Simply Elegant BridalGROOM’S ATTIRE: Michael Kors, Savvi Formalwear BRIDE’S AND BRIDESMAIDS' HAIR & MAKEUP: Sierra McGuire, Studio 3 (hair), Beauty by Broxie (makeup)BRIDESMAID DRESSES: Bill Levko, Frews Bridal WEDDING LOCATION: Basilica of Saint LouisRECEPTION VENUE AND CATERER: Hilton St. Louis at the BallparkCAKE: Cakes by Becky DJ: Block Rockin’ Beats

SPECIALTY LIGHTING AND DÉCOR: PK Paper ArtRENTALS: The Aries Company PAPER GOODS: Emily Roth Paperie PHOTOBOOTH: STL Shutterbooth TRANSPORTATION: A Perfect Touch Limo VIDEOGRAPHER: Fat Chimp Studios

Tessa Gavilsky & Frank Florio

September 12, 2015

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“We wanted our guests to know how much we appreciated them joining us in St. Louis, so we hand wrote notes to each guest and had them as their place cards attheir seats. We also wanted toincorporate sports since we are both professional athletes, so our wedding planner surprised us (with help from my mom) and made rally towels with our names and wedding date printed. Guests waved these throughout the night and especially when we were rstannounced and walked in! ” —TESSA

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Erin Valenta & Robert Hooper

August 1, 2015

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“Every part of the day was so perfect! But one of my favorite memories had to be at the end of the night, my husband and I got back to our hotel room around 2am and shared an entire box lled with mozzarella sticks and cannelloni bites left over from our reception. It was nally a time to unwind and talk about our most favorite day ever, just him and I.” —ERIN


DETAILSFLORIST: The Special Event Florist - Tina BarreraBRIDE’S DRESS: Lazaro, Simply Elegant BridalGROOM’S ATTIRE: Vera Wang, Men's WarehouseBRIDE’S/BRIDESMAIDS HAIR & MAKEUP: Heritage Salon (hair), Makeup By Elin (makeup)BRIDESMAID DRESSES: Bill Levko, Simply Elegant BridalWEDDING LOCATION: St. John the Apostle and Evangelist Catholic ChurchRECEPTION VENUE: Kemoll's Top of the MetCAKE: Encore Baking CompanySPECIALTY LIGHTING AND DÉCOR: Millennium ProductionsPAPER GOODS: VellumMUSIC: Vocalist Debby Lennon, Organist Nate Jackson, Violinist Christine Sasse (ceremony); Proud Rooster (reception)TRANSPORTATION: JED Limos


DETAILSFLORIST: Botanicals Design StudioGROOM’S ATTIRE: Vera Wang, Men's WearhouseBRIDESMAID DRESSES: White by Vera Wang, David's BridalWEDDING LOCATION: Graham Chapel,Washington University in St. LouisRECEPTION VENUE: Saint Louis Art MuseumCATERER: Panorama at SLAMCAKE: La Patisserie ChouquetteBAND: Diamond Empire Band SPECIALTY LIGHTING AND DÉCOR/LINENS:

The Aries CompanyPAPER GOODS: Minted

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Anthony Renteria & Daniel Gilbert

September 26, 2015

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“Both of our favorite moments were hearing the beautifullypoetic ceremony written byour close friend, Rob, whopersonalized every detail andcaptured the essence of ourrelationship perfectly.” —DANIEL

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CATERER: Patty Long CateringCAKE: The Cakery MUSIC: Soulard Mobile EntertainmentSPECIALTY LIGHTING AND DÉCOR: Soulard Mobile EntertainmentTRANSPORTATION: All About You LimosVIDEOGRAPHER: Created Space Studios


Real MomentsAshley Elzinga & Rek MohrDecember 11, 2015

PHOTOGRAPHED BY RYAN T. PHILLIPS PHOTOGRAPHY

“The most memorable moment, for me, was the vows. While it seemed like it would be reallyintimidating to read them in front of everyone, I actually found itto be the one moment I felt there was no one else in the room.” —REK

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Janet Jara & Faizan Khan

November 13 and 14, 2015

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“We knew that we wanted to honor both sides of the family, so we decided to have two dierent events to celebrate. We started o with a traditional wedding ceremony and reception, which honored my family and upbringing. The next day, we honored Faizan’s Indian heritage with a reception, complete with traditional dresses, food and music.” —JANET


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DETAILSFLORIST: Les BouquetsBRIDE’S DRESS: Wedding Gallery, St. Charles, MO (November 14); Sahil Exclusive, Chicago, IL (November 15)

GROOM’S ATTIRE: Men's Wearhouse (November 14); Attire from Bangalore, India (November 15)BRIDE’S HAIR & MAKEUP: Beauty by WhitneyWEDDING LOCATION: DoubleTree by Hilton HotelRECEPTION VENUE: DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel (November 14); Four Points by Sheraton Hotel, Fairview Heights, IL (November 15)

CAKE: J. Noto BakeryBAND OR DJ: Landol String Quartet (November 14 ceremony), Complete Weddings & Events DJ (November 14 reception); DJ Blaze (November 15)SPECIALTY LIGHTING AND DÉCOR: Complete Weddings & EventsLINENS: Grand Rental StationVIDEOGRAPHER: Complete Weddings & Events

Jessie Berilla & Brendan Chapel September 19, 2015

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“We added our personal touches with lots and lots of bling! My mother, step-mother, and sister-in-law had a “decorating party” where we glued rhinestones to votive candle holders, created rhinestone napkin rings, and put together faux Tiany boxes lled with caramels for our guest’s favors.” —JESSIE

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DETAILSWEDDING PLANNER: Before I DoFLORIST: The Special Event Florist - Tina BarreraBRIDE’S DRESS: Allure Couture, Clarice’s BridalGROOM’S ATTIRE: Stallone’s Formal WearBRIDE’S AND BRIDESMAIDS' HAIR &

MAKEUP: Simply BreathtakingBRIDESMAID DRESSES: Jordan Fashions, Clarice’s BridalWEDDING LOCATION: Washington University’s Graham ChapelRECEPTION VENUE: The Coronado

CATERER: Butler’s PantryCAKE: Sarah’s Cake ShopDJ: CJ’s DJ’sSPECIALTY LIGHTING AND DÉCOR: Millennium ProductionsLINENS: Sitting PrettyPAPER GOODS: Paper PatchTRANSPORTATION: STL Party Bus and Eagle LimousineVIDEOGRAPHER: Millennium Productions


Praneetha Thulasi& Kumar Vasudevan

December 12, 2015

PHOTOGRAPHED BY JASON DOMINGUES

“Decide on two very important things for your big day that you cannot compromise on. Once you have those two, stopworrying about the rest. No matter how much you plan, nothing will turn out the way you envisioned, but it will still be just as beautiful if you just let it be.” —PRANEETHA

Real Moments

DETAILSWEDDING PLANNER: Alred Weddings & EventsBRIDE’S DRESS: From IndiaGROOM’S ATTIRE: From IndiaBRIDE’S AND BRIDESMAIDS' HAIR & MAKEUP:

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BRIDESMAID DRESSES: Their own sareesWEDDING LOCATION: Marriot Grand St. LouisRECEPTION VENUE: Windows on WashingtonCATERER: Mayuri India RestaurantCAKE: The CakeryDJ: DJ Srihari SritharanSPECIALTY LIGHTING AND DÉCOR AND RENTALS: Big Bow EventsLINENS: Windows on WashingtonTRANSPORTATION: Fun Tyme LimosineVIDEOGRAPHER: Vimage Studios

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Brittney McKinnies & Dr. Olubolanle (Bola) Aladegbami May 29, 2015

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“The most personalized part of the event was my wedding gown. It was beautiful, borderline inappropriate and literally everything I envisioned it to be! My mother lost her battle to cancer a few months prior to the wedding. She was with me when I met with the designer for the rst time and knew we would be remixing the dress she wore when she married my father 33 years prior. We used her dress as the base of mine, which was perfect,because when I walked down the aisle, I felt her with me, kind of like my foundation for that day.” —BRITTNEY


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DETAILSWEDDING PLANNER: Style Couture EventsFLORIST: Bride's cousin, SharonBRIDE’S DRESS: Ralph MooreGROOM’S ATTIRE: Indochino Custom MenswearBRIDE’S HAIR & MAKEUP: Chris Brown (LoKation Beauty)BRIDESMAID DRESSES: Bill Levko WEDDING & RECEPTION VENUE: Hermann Hill Village and ChapelNIGERIAN WEDDING VENUE: Cultural Arts Center, St. Peter'sCAKE: All about CakesMUSIC: DJ Andrew (reception); Teresa Scruggs (ceremony soloist and musician)PAPER GOODS: Paper Rocks VIDEOGRAPHER: Pancho3 StudiosTRUFFLE FAVORS: Miss M’s Candy



Tricia Fechter & Kevin Gates

November 14, 2015

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“Standing on the rooftop deck of the hotel waiting for Tricia to come up for our “First Look” and photos. I was 90% excited and 10% nervous. Or maybe it was the other way around. But it was a beautiful, clear day looking over downtown with a few quiet moments to myself. I could hear Tricia swishing up in her dress and I turned around and there she was. She was beautiful.” —KEVIN

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Lauren Elizabeth Hale & Kyle William Carberry

April 2, 2016

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“Most memorable moment? Our rst dance. I didn’t cry all day, I was so happy and giddy. But the moment our song started playing at the reception and Kyle started singing it to me in my ear while we were dancing, I lost it. I cried so much I just laid my head on his shoulder but I was laughing too. It was memorable because of the mix of emotions, such a great feeling. —LAUREN

DETAILSFLORIST: Walter Knoll FloristBRIDE’S DRESS: Kenneth Winston Private Label, Clarice's Bridal GROOM’S ATTIRE: Army UniformBRIDE’S HAIR & MAKEUP: Nikki Martin at Hair Pizazz in O'Fallon, IL (bride's hometown)BRIDESMAID DRESSES: Alfred Angelo, Clarice's BridalWEDDING LOCATION: St. Francis Xavier Col-lege ChurchRECEPTION VENUE: The Magnolia HotelCAKE: Wedding WonderlandMUSIC: Complete DJPAPER GOODS: Created by BrideTRANSPORTATION: Jed LimousinesVIDEOGRAPHER: Strike A Pose Photography

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Kathryn Stahlhuth & Turner Holthaus

July 4, 2015

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“It was a military wedding on the 4th of July, so it was very patriotic! We did the saber arch ceremony leaving the church, which was very special, and most of our guests had never seen that or been to a military wedding!” —KATHRYN


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DETAILSWEDDING PLANNER: Katie Saeger EventsFLORIST: Flowers to the People BRIDE’S DRESS: Rivini, Fleur de Lis Bridal GROOM’S ATTIRE: United States Armyocer uniform BRIDE’S AND BRIDESMAIDS' HAIR & MAKEUP:

Sweet Melissa (hair), Daniellestyle (makeup)WEDDING LOCATION: Grace United Methodist Church RECEPTION VENUE AND CATERER: Starlight Room at The Chase Park Plaza CAKE: The CakeryBAND: Push the Limit LINENS AND RENTALS: The Chase Park PlazaPAPER GOODS: Paper Patch ICE SCULPTURE: Ice Visions TRANSPORTATION: St. Louis Trolley Co. VIDEOGRAPHER: Tower Studios


Dorothy “Dotti” Pennington & Earl McDowell, Jr. March 11, 2016

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“Earl surprised me by having me take a seat in the middle of the dance oor and serenaded me with a rendition of Donnie Hathaway’s ballad, ‘Love, Love, Love.’”—DOTTI'S MOST MEMORABLE MOMENT

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DETAILSWEDDING PLANNER: Divine EventsFLORIST: Sisters Floral Design StudioBRIDE’S DRESS: Stella York, Champagne & Lace Bridal Shop (Collinsville, IL)GROOM’S ATTIRE: Tony Bowls, Willard’s Formal Wear (Fairview Heights, IL)BRIDE’S HAIR & MAKEUP: Daisha Putman (hair), Shades by Chaunteia (makeup)BRIDESMAID DRESSES: David’s BridalWEDDING AND RECEPTION VENUE AND CATERER:

Windows on WashingtonCAKE: The CakeryMUSIC: Rochelle "Coco Soul" Walker and Ratesha Nicholson (ceremony) Tyler Davis, DJ (reception), Rochelle "Coco Soul" Walker and band (reception)SPECIALTY LIGHTING AND DÉCOR: AllegroEntertainmentTRANSPORTATION: JED limousineGLASS CEREMONY: Unity in Glass


Raashi Bhalla& Ian Rosenberger

September 26, 2015

PHOTOGRAPHED BYMIKE CASSIMATIS PHOTOGRAPHY

“If you're married you know…nothing beats that moment when you stand up, look to the back of the crowd, and see the person you’re about to marry walking down the aisle your way.In Raashi’s case, it was more being helped down the aisle, as she was underneath an Indian dress thathad to weigh 60 lbs.”—IAN'S MOST MEMORABLE MOMENT

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DETAILSWEDDING PLANNER: St. Louis Wedding ConsultantsFLORIST: Artistry FloristBRIDE'S HAIR: St. Louis Bridal HairBRIDE'S MAKEUP: Beauty by BroxieWEDDING VENUE AND CATERER: The Ritz-CarltonDÉCOR: Exclusive EventsMUSIC: The Sultans (band), Karan Puji (DJ)PHOTOBOOTH: ShutterBooth BAKERY: La Patisserie ChouquetteLINENS: BBJ LinensRENTALS: Premier Rentals, St. Louis Wedding Works, All Seasons, The Aries CompanyHORSE: St. Louis Carriage CompanyTRANSPORTATION: Jed TransportationVIDEOGRAPHER: Sweet Tea Films


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Megan Works& Brian Nieder

February 27, 2016

PHOTOGRAPHED BY MIKE CASSIMATIS PHOTOGRAPHY

“Brian and I are very family- oriented, so we incorporated cherished items from our family into the day. Brian chose to have his grandfather’s wedding ring as his. I had my mother’s original wedding band with me that day and my grandmother’s cameo was pinned to my bouquet.” —MEGAN ON HOW SHE PERSONALIZEDTHE EVENT


DETAILSWEDDING PLANNER: Alred Weddings & EventsFLORIST: Tina Barrera - The Special Event FloristBRIDE’S DRESS: Hayley Paige – JLM Couture, Maiden Voyage BridalGROOM’S ATTIRE: Vera Wang, Jos A BankBRIDE’S AND BRIDESMAIDS' HAIR AND MAKEUP: Studio Y Salon (hair), Brady Keenan (makeup)BRIDESMAID DRESSES: Alfred Sung, Maiden Voyage BridalWEDDING LOCATION: Little Flower ChurchRECEPTION VENUE AND CATERER: Chase Park Plaza CAKE: Wedding WonderlandDJ: Block Rockin BeatsPAPER GOODS: M. Haley DesignTRANSPORTATION: FunTyme Limousine

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Real MomentsKacie Wilbanks & Scott Humphrey

October 3, 2015

PHOTOGRAPHED BY BLISS ELEVEN STUDIO

“We included pictures of us through the years with friends and family at the cocktail hour. We also donated money to two charities that personally meant a lot to us in honor of all of our wedding guests.”—KACIE ON HOW

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DETAILSFLORIST: Artistry FloristBRIDE’S DRESS: David Tutera by Mon Cheri, Clarice's BridalGROOM’S ATTIRE: Vera Wang, Men's WarehouseBRIDE’S AND BRIDESMAIDS' HAIR & MAKEUP: Salon Stage (hair), Flawless Make Up and Hair styling (makeup)BRIDESMAID DRESSES: Allure, Clarice's BridalWEDDING LOCATION: Epiphany of Our Lord Catholic Church RECEPTION VENUE, CATERER AND CAKE: Four Seasons St. LouisBAND: The MiragePAPER GOODS: Antsy Designs TRANSPORTATION: JED Limousine VIDEOGRAPHER: Peace Love Photography

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THE SEVENTH ANNUAL St. Louis Wedding Awards, sponsored by The Chase Park Plaza Hotel St. Louis, Saint Louis Bride Magazine, The St. Louis Perfect Wedding Guide and The Knot, was held on Friday, February 19, 2016 at the Chase Park Plaza Hotel in St. Louis.

The St. Louis Wedding Awards acknowl-edges and celebrates the achievements of the wedding industry professionals in the St. Louis Metropolitan area.Awards were given in eightteen categories, including Wedding of the Year, where several wedding professionals received a nod for their team efforts. To see all the tabletops at the Wed-

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Q. My fiancé and I think it is practical to spread the news of our engagement on Facebook, but my mom doesn’t think we should. Is it okay, and are there any guidelines?

LIZZIE: Many couples announce their engage-ment on Facebook. It makes sense when you want to share the news with your social network, but there are a few things to take into consid-eration before you post a picture of the ring or blast out a “We’re engaged” tweet. Since this is such a momentous occasion, be sure to tell your parents, brothers and sisters, grandparents, and closest friends personally—either in person or on the phone. Otherwise, you run the risk of hurting the feelings of the very people you care about most. Once you’ve told your nearest and dearest, then it’s ne to let the rest of your social network world know your good news.

Another thing to watch out for is any sort of suggestion that you’ll be inviting everyone who follows you or who is a Facebook friend to the

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wedding. Yes, it has happened and a panicked mother-of-the bride counter-posted the bride’s open invite that not everyone was invited. Awkward!

Once the news is out there, be prepared to answer questions such as, “When is the wedding?” Some will ask out of true curiosity and others might be hinting at an invitation. You can always keep your reply somewhat vague until your plans and guest list are set: “Sometime next summer, but we haven’t nailed down the date.”

During your engagement don’t ood your page with daily details of the wedding plans. Your friends, particularly those not on the wedding guest list, will tire of it quickly. Better to use email or messaging to keep your family, wedding party, and vendors in the loop.

After the big day, many couples share some wedding pics and post a “thank you” to their friends and family on their wedding website or on Facebook. It’s a great way to wrap things up, but a generic “thanks” is not a substitute for per-sonal handwritten notes for all those wonderful wedding presents. For that you truly need pen, paper, envelopes and stamps.

Q. Why do some wedding invitations request “the pleasure of your company” and others “the honour of your presence”?

LIZZIE: The wording “the honour of your pres-ence” is used when the ceremony will take place in a house of worship, such as a church, syna-gogue, or temple. For weddings ceremonies that will take place in a location other than a house of worship, such as a garden, a family home, or a hotel ballroom, “the pleasure of your com-pany” is the correct wording. The formal, British spelling (honour) is traditional, but it’s perfectly ne to use the American spelling, honor.

Q. My maid of honor is under the impression that she and the other brides-maids are required to host a shower and a bachelorette party for me. Is this true?

LIZZIE: In the “old” days, the bride’s atten-dants usually did host a shower for the bride for a number of reasons: it was considered in poor taste for a bride’s relatives to host; the brides-maids usually lived in the area and so it was convenient; parties were much simpler affairs and the gifts were less expensive. Today, given the expense of being a bridesmaid, particularly

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in regard to clothing and travel, there is no obli-gation for the bridesmaids to host any party for the bride unless they wish to.

If your attendants do want to host a shower or bachelorette party for you, it should be some-thing they all commit to. It’s not fair for the maid of honor to plan an expensive, blow-out trip to Vegas and expect the group to split the cost if some can’t really afford to. There are plenty of other options these days: a dinner at a nice restaurant, a golf outing, a weekend at the beach. The same is true for showers. They don’t have to be elaborate or expensive.

So, let your matron of honor know that your girls are off the hook as far as hosting parties goes. And if they decide they do want to plan some festivities for you, be sure to be an enthusi-astic honoree and thank them personally for their generosity and affection for you.

Q. My fiancé and I have trimmed our guest list to stay in line with our budget, but there are still about a dozen friends we’d really like to invite. We know that we well receive about ten to fif-teen percent regrets. As those come in, we’d like to then send invitations to friends who didn’t make our cut-off. Is this a good way to handle this tricky situation? We’d really like all our friends and family to be with us.

LIZZIE: You’ve just dened the crux of your dilemma: You’d really like all your close family and friends to be at your wedding, but your budget is calling the shots. However, a standby guest list is a really risky strategy since it creates the potential for hurt feelings or for a guest to feel “second best.” I am really reluctant to recommend this route.

If at all possible, invite all your guests at the same time, including the dozen or so who are currently on your standby list. Since you know you will receive a certain number of regrets (including some from this second group), chances are your numbers will come out just about right. And if you are one or two guests over your target budget, wouldn’t you rather pay a little extra and have those friends with you?

You could also review your reception costs and see if you can make some adjustments that will lower your overall per guest cost: a less expensive

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If you do choose to send invitations to your standby list, be very discreet. Your guest must never know that he or she was an alternate. This means you should mail your rst wave of invitations at least two months before the wed-ding. Allow two to three weeks for your original guests to reply before sending out the second wave of invitations. This way your second tier guests have at least four weeks’ advance notice of your wedding so they have time to respond and make travel arrangements.

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the after partythe wedding ceremony and reception

can go by in a flash, and particularly when

guests have come from long distances, no

one wants the party to end. often there is

a planned or impromptu after party where

guests (and sometimes the couple) con-

tinue the festivities at another location.

the party can be hosted by friends of

the couple or by the couple themselves.

typical venues for an after party are the

hotel where guests are staying, a bar or

restaurant, or one of the guest’s’ homes.

the bride, groom, and wedding party

might change out of their wedding attire

into more casual “party” clothes.

• be considerate when spreading the

word about an impromptu after party

to other guests. No one wants to feel

excluded and leave your reception with

hurt feelings.

• For a planned party, it’s a good idea to

invite all your guests. You can include

the invitation with your wedding invita-

tion packet or post it on your website as

part of the schedule of events.

• don’t end the wedding reception early

to rush to the after party.

• make sure there are designated drivers

or take taxis if going to another location.

• if heading to a bar or restaurant, either

set this up in advance, or, if spur of the

moment, call ahead to see if you can be

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• if you want to stay on and party at the

reception site, make absolutely sure you

clear it with the management first and

then don’t get in the way of staff who

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• respect noise ordinances and closing

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Costa RiCaTropical beach? Check. Mountainous volcano? Check. Lush rainforest. Check. Costa Rica has it all and then some. Robson suggests starting your honeymoon off with three nights in the mountainous Arenal Volcano region. Visit the Arenal National Park, where you can venture into the rainforest across hanging bridges, have a relaxing soak in the Tabacon Hot Springs and pools, or board a Rio Frio Boat Safari and get a glimpse of the rare tropical animals of the Cano Negro Wildlife Refuge.

For the second part of your trip, head over to the Guanacaste area for a beach experience like no other. Awaken your adventurous spirit by soaring over the leafy canopy on a thrilling

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zipline, rafting through the rainforest on a wild-life safari, or trekking through the jungle where you can swing through the trees like Tarzan and Jane. Then stake out a quality surf spot and ride the waves, or take a romantic horseback ride along the gorgeous beaches at sunset be-fore heading back to your all-inclusive resort.

Schellhase recommends Secrets Papa-gayo. It is a 5-star, adults-only hideaway with tranquil beaches surrounded by lush tropical gardens, offering one of the most intimate and romantic settings in Costa Rica. Pamper your-self at their world-class spa before dining at one of their international gourmet restaurants. Or just stay in for the night and order from their 24-hour room service menu, enjoying delicious

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MauiKnown as the “Valley Isle,” Maui takes you from the beach to the mountains with sweeping panoramic views. Start your honeymoon off with a sunrise kiss at the summit of Haleakala, 10,000 feet above sea level. After drinking in the gorgeous scenery (and stealing one more kiss for good measure), take advantage of the park’s 30,000 acres of public land set aside for hiking, horseback riding and exploring the many endangered species that you won’t see anywhere else in the world.

Discover Maui’s unique white, black and red sand beaches that cover over 30 miles of its 120-mile coastline. Famous for its swells and breaks, Maui has some of the world’s best surf-ing and windsurng opportunities. Both public and private beaches abound on these shores, where you can swim in the refreshing waves, go snorkeling along the coastline, soak up the sun, or venture off the beaten path and discover one of the island’s many undeveloped “secret spots.”

In addition to Haleakala National Park and all of Maui’s beautiful beaches, a few experiences that Robson says you denitely don’t want to miss are “taking a drive down the scenic road to Hana, coastal whale watching and visiting the historic Lahaina Town.” After a long day of exploring, head back to your room at the Royal Lahaina oceanfront resort. Every

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Puerto Vallarta“If the bride and groom want beautiful sunsets, great beaches and mountains,” says Schellhase, “Puerto Vallarta is one of the lost gems.” One of Mexico’s premiere destinations, tucked away on the Pacic side of the country, this beach-side resort town is a magical place lled with opportunities for special moments you won’t soon forget.

Take a stroll through the cobblestoned city center and visit the gorgeous Nuestra Señora de Guadalupe church. If your timing is right, the crash of the waves will join the chiming of the bells, providing a romantic soundtrack for a pretty spectacular moment. Meander down El Malecón, a beachside promenade with one-of-a-kind bou-tiques, contemporary sculptures, and a wide range of restaurants and bars, before heading to the beach to enjoy a gorgeous deep red sunset.

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After a glorious day of mountain hikes and beachside cocktails, head back to your luxurious hotel room for a little relaxation. Schellhase says there is no lack of great places to stay in Puerto Vallarta. “There’s the beautiful Hyatt Ziva Val-larta, a new adults-only Grand Fiesta Americana, a rock n roll experience at Hard Rock Hotel Val-larta…lots of great options to choose from.”

JamaicaSoul-stirring sunsets and warm, friendly smiles at every turn, Jamaica is an enchanted para-dise. Its rolling mountains adorned with lush foliage are home to lazy rivers that meander down into gorgeous cascading waterfalls. The mountains skirt along the breathtaking white sand beaches that Jamaica is best known for.

Hike the dirt roads into the Blue Moun-tains and discover where the island’s coffee is grown. Climb the world-famous Dunn’s River Falls near Ocho Rios. Make your way down Montego Bay’s Martha Brae River on a relax-ing raft trip. Or pluck up the courage to join the cliff divers at Rick’s Café in Negril. Want

something a little more private? Head over to uncharted Whitehouse, where you’ll be in awe of the pristine nature, wild and unspoiled as when you and your spouse rst fell in love.

Then, of course, there’s the eye-popping aquamarine waters where you can go snorkel-ing, swim with dolphins, cruise on a catama-ran, or just soak up the sun on those glorious beaches. Sandals has a couple of resort on

the island, but tucked into the cliffs of the north coast, the Ocho Rios resort has the best of both mountain and beach access. It delivers both soothing surf & sand and action-packed moun-tain adventure. After your fun-lled days, take in the breathtaking panoramic views from the private balcony of your elegant honeymoon suite.

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kit saved the day,” laughed Ellen. To avoid incidents like this, Ellen strongly suggests the groom and groomsmen always try on their tux-edos the day before the wedding to make sure all the pieces are there and in working order.

2 Safety pins and stick pins Safety pins for pinning those pesky rib-bons if your bridesmaids don’t want to

cut them out, and stick pins for boutonnieres that rarely stay in place.

3 Hair spray and bobby pins Though not everyone is doing all up-dos as much right now, spray and bobby

pins should be at the ready for the bride and bridesmaids, says Bonnie Boze, Bridal Director and hair and makeup stylist for Mary Cates Salon in Creve Coeur and Ellisville.

4 Pain relievers Ellen carries all options for aches and pains, ibuprofen (Advil), acetaminophen

(Tylenol), and aspirin. She also has Benadryl on hand, if anyone gets itchy or has allergies due to an outdoor photo session.


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1 Scissors and a sewing kit “Scissors come in handy for all kinds of things,” Ellen Gutierrez said, wedding

planner with Bride’s Vision Weddings and Events. “Especially for getting in dresses and cutting those loops in the dresses that inevita-bly become untucked.” The sewing kit is also

Ellen once had to sew a groom into his pants because his zipper broke. “I’m not sure how he got out of the pants, but my sewing kit saved the day,” laughed Ellen.

essential for minor wardrobe malfunctions, says Abbie Rudolph, photographer with Abbie Takes Pictures. “Get a good sewing kit, one with real needles and thread, not one of those little tiny ones,” Abbie advises.

Ellen once had to sew a groom into his pants because his zipper broke. “I’m not sure how he got out of the pants, but my sewing

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5 DeodorantEllen brings spray deodorant with her, and says it’s commonly asked for by

both the bridesmaids and groomsmen through-out the day. Abbie likes deodorant body wipes, which can be hard to nd. But when she does see them, she stocks up on the wipes forher clients.

6 White ChalkThis works well on dress smudges and is better on silk dresses than a laundry

stick, Ellen says. Abbie, too, uses white chalk to cover up stains on the bridal gown.

7 Black shoe polish and Wite-Out(white correction uid) For marks and scuffs on shoes, obviously. For white

shoes, Ellen likes Wite-Out better than white shoe polish. “It really covers marks, on shoes for ower girls and saddle shoes for the ring bearers,” she said.

8 Dryer Sheets“These are great to get rid of static cling in the girls’ dresses, especially

for Fall weddings,” Abbie says. “The sheets work better than the spray because you don’t have to wait for it to dry.”

9 Hydration SprayMaybe the least-known item on the list, but an excellent product, says

Bonnie. Bonnie styles hair and makeup for about 30 bridal parties a year and is the inven-tory specialist for both Mary Cates salons, so she knows great products. “I use hydration spray on the face before applying make-up to

“I use hydration spray on the face beforeapplying make-upto prep and smooththe skin. Then I spritzit on after to help setthe makeup.”— BONNIE BOZE, HAIR AND MAKEUP

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prep and smooth the skin,” Bonnie says. “Then I spritz it on after to help set the make-up.”

Bonnie recommends Jane Iredale’s Smell the Roses Hydration Spray, available at ner salons. “It’s also great to stick in your purse for your honeymoon and long ights, which can be de-hydrating. A couple spritzes on your face really refreshes you,” Bonnie said. Also, the Smell the

Roses spray donates 100 percent of its prots to Living Beyond Breast Cancer.

10 Fashion Tape, Duct Tape Fashion tape is nice to have on hand, though it can be sweated off,

Ellen says. Abbie once used Duct Tape to reinforce a bridesmaid’s ripped dress from the inside, and

sewed through the Duct Tape. So those are the top ten, but Ellen carries

many more items in her bag of tricks on the wedding day, from feminine products to a wine opener to bandages to a tiny screwdriver for broken glasses, all things she’s needed in the past. To truly be ready for almost anything, having someone like Ellen, who has seen it all, is the

way to go. Ellen and her team most often plan the wedding from beginning to end, but are also available for wedding weekend coordination.

Abbie also has other tricks up her sleeve, especially for taking photos on warm days. She keeps wipes with baby powder and cornstarch for overheated bridesmaids, and recommends cotton shorts for the bride. “No one will ever know!” says Abbie.

Abbie’s ultimate trick for cooling down a bridal party is frozen washcloths. “I moisten about 20 washcloths, wring them out, and freeze them individually in plastic bags for a few days,” Abbie says. The cold cloths are great for putting on hot necks during summer weddings in St. Louis.

Bonnie thinks sticking to the basics for hair and make-up maintenance is all you really need, if you start from a good place--having your hair and make-up styled by a professional. “If your stylist has done their job well, your hair and make-up should last you all day and night,” Bonnie says. “That is what you are paying for-the longevity of your look, done by a professional. That’s the big-gest difference in hiring a professional or not.”♥

Fashion tape is nice to have on hand, though it can be sweated off.Abbie once used Duct Tape to reinforce a bridesmaid’s rippeddress from the inside.

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1 Location, Location, LocationThe rst place to show off your person-

ality is with your venue selection. There is something out there for everybody. If you are adventurous and love to travel, outdoorsy, indoorsy, preppy, formal, love to party, love crowds, hate crowds, like to read, are modern, are traditional, are quirky, or anything else you might be, there is a venue or a destination for you. Choose what feels most like you and begin to formulate the details from there.

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2 A Theme to Tell Your StoryWithout overdoing it to the point of nausea,

your entire wedding event should follow some sort of theme. Is your ancé from a tropical island? Bring it to you! Are you the girl who ALWAYS wears blue and everyone knows that about your personality? Use blue in your color palette! Do you both have quirky personalities and go thrift shop-ping? Start with an understated vintage theme!

3 Memorable MotifsOnce you have your theme, choose some

motifs to make things even more personal. Say you’re having a modern, geometric theme, but you also love birds. Incorporate unique geometric bird shapes into your wedding! They can be designed by a graphic designer and used on your stationery and in other areas at the wedding. Or if you are

Creating a lighting scheme will bring your whole event together and make the venuefeel like it’s yours.Try a little uplightingin your colors, add chandeliers or candles on your tables.

having a preppy yet formal theme, bow ties can be your motif. Create bow ties out of nap-kins at each place setting, incorporate a cute bow tie detail on your invitations, put one on your cake, etc.

4 Leave Your Mark with a Monogram

Create a wedding monogram. Nobody else will have your monogram because it will speak to your theme, motif, colors, and style!

5 Hashtag GeniusCreate a wedding hashtag! Now your wed-

ding photos are searchable on social media, and everything from that hashtag will be on your own special photo feed. But be sure to choose some-thing unique, AKA not #MintToBe, since that will have many more results than only your wedding. Create signage (incorporating your theme/motif!) that shows the hashtag at your wedding so that

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people can post photos using the hashtag in real time. Place your signage on your bar(s), at the entrance to your ceremony and/or reception, in the bathrooms (write it on the mirror in dry-erase marker!), put it at the bottom of the wedding program or wedding menu, and so on.

6 Mood LightingThe quickest way to make your venue feel

different than what it looked like when you were there for a friend’s wedding last month is to create a lighting scheme. Try a little uplighting in your colors, add pinspots to your centerpieces, add chan-deliers, overdose your tables on candles, etc. Creat-ing a lighting scheme will bring your whole event together and make the venue feel like it’s yours.

7 Fave FoodsServe food that you want to eat! Most

venues will work with you on special requests, fun ideas, or avors that you like. You can go extra adventurous on the hors d’oeuvres to set the tone for the culinary experience the guests will have.

8 Delectable DessertsIn keeping with the food theme, consider a

dessert station. Cake isn’t for everybody. If you never eat cake or you hate frosting, consider providing an alternate dessert that is more you. Maybe you love pecan pie. Slice it up and serve it to your guests with a dollop of fresh whipped cream. Or try an ice cream station (the bride and groom mix their special avor instead of cutting a cake), a beautifully displayed assortment of bite-sized desserts, a table of colorful macarons, in the fall you can roast s’mores (yes you can indoors!) or even consider having some kind of dessert food truck arrive to your wedding for a fun surprise.

9 Wedding FavorsWe always say when it comes to wed-

ding favors, if something doesn’t feel uniquely personal to you, if it doesn’t excite you, don’t even do them! Nobody will remember or care about the weird container of mints that you gave them, but they will remember how your wedding made them feel. If you have an idea for a favor that is very personal to you and

says something about you and the wedding that they attended, then you have a winning combination!

10 Think Big PictureOverall: don’t overdo any one part. The

whole wedding should be cohesive without any-thing feeling forced or tacky!

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Simplify shopping forinvitations by followingthese guidelinesBY A M Y Z I M M E R M A N

Wedding Invitation Do’s and Don’ts

PICKING THE IDEAL wedding invitation is a lot like shopping for your wed-ding dress. It’s a process that requires

looking at styles and mulling over different options before making the nal decision. But while many brides have an image of the perfect wedding dress long before they start shopping, with invitations they often have no idea where to even begin.

When they get to the stationery store, some couples may be overwhelmed by the variety of choices facing them. Other couples get so busy with all the other wedding details they let the invitations slip through the cracks. Some simple dos and don’ts will keep you on the right track. P

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DO Think about the impression your invitation makes.

Invitations are your guests’ rst peek at your wed-ding so you want to make a good rst impression. There are many design factors to consider when you start looking for invitations. Do you like contemporary or traditional? Do you prefer white, ivory, or color? What kind of budget do you have?

Most couples bene t from investing some time researching invitation designs online or in magazines before hitting the stationery stores. You may nd yourself gravitating toward a certain feature such as a graphic, font, or unique shape. Once you have some ideas of what you like, go to a stationery store to get personalized help.Selecting the type of paper is a good place to start. Consider the weight, size, and shape that appeal to you. The stationer will help you select the font, design elements, and even the wording.

“Your invitation sets the tone for your wed-ding. If you know what style of wedding you are having, we can help you narrow your choices,” says Julie Redmond, owner of Vellum.

Invitations may not be the rst thing you send to your guests. Although most couples choose to send save-the-date cards, they aren’t necessary and don’t have to coordinate with your invitations. You may choose to do something more casual and fun, such as using an engage-ment photo.

DO Know your budgetKnowing your budget before you

start shopping will help keep you from getting your heart set on something that is outside your price range. The cost of invitations varies widely. For 100 invitations you can spend anywhere from $400 to $4,000 depending on the type of paper, number of pieces, and details such as foil stamping and printing technique.

“When they are looking through samples we help guide them toward the types of invita-tions that t their budget. Costs of invitations can run the gamut but there are options for cut-ting corners without losing quality,” says Ellen Gray, sales associate with the Service Bureau.

DON’T Postpone orderinginvitations

Brides often underestimate the time involved with selecting, preparing, proo ng, and print-ing invitations and other wedding pieces. Most stationers recommend starting the process about four to six months prior to the wedding.This will give you suf cient time to shop, order the invitations, have them printed, get them assembled, address them, and nally putthem in the mail six to eight weeks prior tothe ceremony.

Gray says some couples ask about mailing invitations even earlier than eight weeks.“I warn them that it’s at their own peril. When

you send invitations too early guests tend to put aside the response card and end up misplacing it or forgetting to send it back. You can have your printed invitations ready to drop in the mail a month early, but don’t send them more than eight weeks in advance,” says Gray.

Some brides unnecessarily delay ordering invitations until they are certain of the number of people they’ll be inviting. You can select

your invitations and begin the ordering process without knowing the quantity. The nal number for printing isn’t required until you sign off on the proof.

Some invitations require assembly and all require addressing, stuf ng, stamping and sealing. Make sure you allow enough time for all the work required to get the invitations in the mailbox.

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original order, it will be treated as a new order. You won’t get the price break you would going from 125 invitations to 150,” says Redmond.

Before you place your nal order, consider the likelihood of the guest list changing. What are the chances you’ve forgotten someone or that a member of your family will want to add the list?

Don’t pay for extra invitations just to have

extra envelopes. Ordering additional envelopes is a good idea to account for any errors when addressing and can be added to your order separately. Redmond suggests that brides order an extra 10 percent.

Do Know what you needThe number of pieces included in the

invitation varies depending on the plan for your wedding and your personal preference. The pos-sibilities include reception cards, response cards, and inner and outer envelopes.

If your ceremony and reception are at the same location, you may be able to skip the reception card and include reception informa-tion on the invitations. If you need to include a lot of details, such as the time for the reception if it isn’t immediately following the ceremony or a reception location, you should consider a separate card.

The response card is a must-have for every bride. The response set, a card and printed return envelope, are sold together as one piece. The response card should include a respond-by date. A typical response date is about a month out, but verify with your caterer or reception site how much notice they need for the guest count.

Other information included on the response card is the guests’ names, number of people attending, and a meal selection if appropriate. Typically the response card is mailed back to the person giving the party. You will need to deter-mine if the card comes back to you, your parent, or another appropriate person. Adding a stamp to the return envelope makes replying easier for your guests and may help increase the number of responses you receive.

Traditionally, wedding invitations include an outer envelope for mailing and an inner envelope with just the name of the guest. The inner envelope is more elegant and typically has a liner. Unlike the mailing envelope, it stays crisp and clean and allows you to be very specic about whom you are inviting. Is the invitee wel-come to bring a date? Are kids invited?

More brides are choosing to forgo the inner envelope, often as a cost-cutting measure or to be more environmentally friendly. If you don’t use an inner envelope, you will need to address the outer envelope in more detail to clarify who is invited to the wedding.

In the past brides often included additional information such as maps but with the increas-ing use of technology, brides now tend to refer guests to their wedding website for detailed in-formation. Consider using a business-card-sized insert to provide website information or include the website on the invitation.Redmond says relying on a website to provide wedding information to guests is a great idea, but tells brides not to take it too far.

“We don’t recommend using your website

Don’t Underestimate quantity

While you don’t need to know the quantity to get started, nalizing the number of invitations you need is crucial and can have a huge impact on the cost. It is much cheaper to add 25 invita-tions to your original order than it is to order 25 additional later.

“If you order 25 more invitations after your

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as a way to reply, for example. You have to be aware of your audience. A lot of older guests still aren’t computer savvy enough to RSVP through a website,” she says.

Do Review the proofDuring the invitation process, the

company you order from will provide a proof, or sample mock-up of your invitation. This may be a PDF le that is sent by email. You may or may not be able to see color, but you will see layout, wording and type style.

“The proof gives you one last chance to correct mistakes or make changes to your invita-tion. Have as many eyes on it as you can. Print it out. Read it out loud. Make sure that everything is perfect. Don’t hesitate to ask for multiple proofs. You want to make sure everything is cor-rect before you go to print,” says Redmond.

Do Ask for help with the wording

It used to be so simple. Traditionally, the bride’s parents paid for the wedding therefore the invitation read that they requested the honor of the guest’s presence at the marriage of their daughter. But times have changed. Sometimes both the bride’s parents and groom’s parents help pay for the wedding or the couple pays for their own wedding. Not to mention divorce, blended families, nontraditional families and other complicating factors.

Don’t be afraid to ask for help. Stationery vendors deal with diverse situations and will be able to help guide you through the process. They will have examples of wording and are familiar with the etiquette.

“There are so many different scenarios with family dynamics. We help couples with options for their situation. More often we are deal-ing with multiple sets of parents who may be contributing nancially to the wedding and you want to recognize that,” says Gray.

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wedding invitationsThere are several acceptable ways, and one big faux pas, for addressing your wedding invita-tions.

Many couples choose to hire a calligrapher for an elegant look. This will add signicant cost to your invitations but will look beautiful. The Service Bureau has a list of reputable calligraphers to recommend and can provide a cost estimate.

Many vendors, including Vellum, offer a service called computer calligraphy that is less expensive than hand calligraphy but still beautiful. You may use a font that matches your invitation or select a font that imitates traditional calligraphy.

“Computer calligraphy is cost effective and

time efcient and many couples like the look of matching the envelope with the invitation. Also, part of our addressing service is helping with etiquette. For example, most cities, streets, and states are not abbreviated on wedding invita-tions,” says Redmond.

Computer labels, however, are unacceptable unless you have an invitation mailed in a unique vessel such as a tube or box. In that case, you

should have the label designed to match the invitation.

Gray says brides ask about having their in-vitations hand-cancelled rather than run through a machine to preserve the look of the invitation.

“Very few post ofces will hand cancel. Also, there is a postal regulation that requires you to pay 22 cents per envelope in addition to postage for hand cancelling,” says Gray.


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Websites such as Zazzle allow couples to design customized wedding stamps. Gray says the custom postage is popular, but will add to your expenses.

Before mailing the invitations, compile a sample and have it weighed at the post ofce to conrm the postage amount needed. You may even want to go to more than one post ofce to make sure you use the correct postage. Finally,

wait to seal the envelopes until you are certain all the pieces have been included.

Do work with a professionalFrom selecting your paper to drop-

ping them in the mailbox, wedding invitations involve a process of picking, planning and pre-paring. But there are plenty of resources to help you navigate. While the Internet is a great place to

ADDitionAl Pieces

Your need for printed materials for your

wedding doesn’t necessarily begin or

end with the invitations. Following are

some other items to consider ordering:

save the Date cards

save the date cards are growing in

popularity and are especially helpful for

couples expecting a lot of out-of-town

guests or for couples getting married

during the prime wedding months of

september and June. these cards can

coordinate with the invitation or often

are more casual and fun. Photo save the

date cards are popular among couples.

Programs

Programs come in many unique shapes,

sizes and price ranges. it doesn’t nec-

essarily have to coordinate with the

invitation, but should compliment the

style and colors used in the venue. if the

ceremony is at a special or unique loca-

tion, such as the old cathedral, using a

picture of the church on the cover is a

unique touch.

“the program doesn’t have to

be the traditional booklet. it can be a

single panel on the same paper as the

invitation. it is a nice piece for your

guests to follow the ceremony and to

acknowledge your wedding party,” says

redmond.

don’t wait until the last minute to

order programs. Allow at least a month

to allow for printing.

Reception Pieces

reception pieces include items such as

table cards, place cards and napkins.

these pieces should coordinate more

with the reception site than with your

invitations.

thank You notes

thank you notes are an absolute neces-

sity. some brides select thank you notes

that match the wedding invitation, but

other options are available and

acceptable.

“often couples choose to coordi-

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get a feel for what you like, go to a stationery store to purchase your invitations.

“I can’t tell you how many invitations we’ve redone for people who shopped online. It is going to pay off to work with a real person rather than a computer. When you come to our shop we will walk you through the process. You actually feel the product and see the colors. A picture may look beautiful online, but you don’t

know what the quality will be like,” says Redmond.“One of the biggest challenges is convinc-

ing couples not to buy invitations from an online retailer. They think they are cutting corners but it ends up that the quality isn’t what they expected, errors are difcult to correct, and changes can’t be made because they aren’t working with a person. It ends up being a bigger hassle and adds time and expense to the invitations,” says Gray.


nate their thank you notes with their

invitations. For example, if you used

ivory invitations, get ivory thank you

notes. Using your new monogram as

a couple for the first time is a popular

choice,” says Redmond.

Gray reminds brides to order

thank you notes to use for bridal

showers. These can be fun, whimsi-

cal cards and shouldn’t use your new

name or monogram since they will be

used prior to the wedding.

Trends:

While the traditional wedding invita-

tion never goes out of style, there

are always ways to make it timely

and unique.

Font

It’s not all black, script font anymore.

couples give a twist to the traditional

with unique fonts or a combination of

fonts on a single invitation. some use

a special font to highlight their names.

For a rustic chic or vintage wedding,

couples choose lettering that high-

lights that theme such as an open

face, calligraphy-like font.

Gold

metallics remain a popular trend in

wedding invitations. Gold foil may

be used for detailing such as a gold

monogram, as an accent color to

highlight the names of the bride and

groom, or for the invitation text.

Guest Bags

Guest bags, particularly for out-of-

town guests, are popular wedding

additions. If the wedding is in st. Lou-

is, you may fill a bag with local treats

such as Fitz’s Root beer, billy Goat

chips, schlafly Pale Ale or bissinger

chocolates.

Your stationery vendor may help

with ordering the bags or stickers with

your monogram as well as printing

materials about local restaurants and

attractions and the schedule of events

for the weekend.

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Jill Andres and Brook Silva-Braga dated for four years, broke up for one year, then reunited. The second time around, they took the big step of Jill

moving to Washington D.C. with Brook. They were happy, and healthier than the rst time together. But how did they know that they should take the biggest step of all — that “Brook and Jill version 2.0” was ready for marriage?

To nd out, the couple created “The Marriage Test,” 40 dates that delve into the main reasons couples don’t make it — trust, money, kids, sex, in-laws, and com-munication being the biggies. In their book, published in February, they each give their perspective on the 40 dates they challenged themselves to over a year to con rm they were right for each other for the long haul. It’s a brave, funny, honest account of an adventurous couple

The new book with 40 dates to test and strengthen your relationship, before and after “I do"BY J E N N I F E R C . F R A K E S

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that obviously loves each other. Even so, they still surprise each other along the way, in both delightful and difcult ways.

The dates run the gamut: borrowing a friend’s baby for 24 hours, swapping phones for a week with full access, and sending an email to 30 of their closest friends asking what they think of the couples’ relationship.

“These dates forced us to discuss things in concrete terms that we would otherwise avoid talking about,” Brook said. They fully disclosed their nances, talked about what role religion would play in their future children’s lives, asked those already married into the families what the in-laws were really like, and even got into living wills and end-of-life decisions.

Spoiler alert: Date #28 was to plan what you think is the ideal day for your partner. Brook made Jill’s day not only ideal but unforgettable by pro-posing to her in Central Park, in a perfectly timed and incredibly sweet way (that you should buy the book to hear more about). They persevered, though, all the way through Date #40, which also

took them through the excitement and trials of wedding planning. “Instead of testing compat-ibility, the remaining dates became a chance to strengthen our relationship and work out any re-maining kinks before the ‘I do’s,’ Jill said.

But the dates are worthwhile for all couples to try, even long after you’ve walked down the aisle. Jill suggests three dates that would be especially useful to couples post-wedding. “Date number nine is ‘Timeline,’ when we dened our hopes, and separately mapped out the next several years of life milestones. We then talked about them to see if we were on the same page,” Jill said. It was an eye-opener for both Jill and Brook, as they discussed when to have (two) kids, buy a house and live abroad. They wanted the same things, but this date gave them the opportunity to get really specic about the when. “It’s easy to make assumptions that our partner is thinking the same things we are,” Jill said. “It’s a good idea to check-

in with this ‘Timeline’ date every few years.”Date #16 is “In-Law Pen Pals,” when

every day for two weeks, Brook and Jill aimed to e-mail someone in each other’s family. “The idea was to get to know our potential in-laws better. Since we lived so far apart, e-mails and texts were the most realistic way to do that,” said Brook. Jill was already communicating pretty regularly with Brook’s family, so this was

a motivator for Brook to starting doing that, too. It didn’t come as naturally to Brook, but it’s likely Jill’s family appreciated the effort. It’s a low-pressure way to try to connect with your spouse’s family on a somewhat regular basis, and may spark more rapport and conversation when you see them face-to-face.

The third date that would be benecial to all couples, no matter what stage of your rela-


The Marriage Test

The dates run the gamut: borrowing a friend’s baby for 24 hours, swapping phones for a week with full access, and sending an email to 30 of their closest friends asking what they think of the couples’ relationship.

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tionship, is Date #23-“Play it Back.” This date required the couple to videotape an argument between them and later watch it to see how they communicated during the ght. It sounds poten-tially awful, but Jill and Brook learned a lot. Jill said, “It was shocking how unequal the conver-sation was. I easily said ten words for every one of his.” And Brook noticed: “We both treated each other like morons. It was easier to see when

you could pause and rewind. If we could learn to identify the pattern and stop it before it went too far, maybe then things wouldn’t get so messy.”

Jill and Brook have a website and blog about the book, themarriagetestbook.com. There couples have shared some of the dates they’ve attempted from the 40 in the book. “What has surprised me is that many couples have tried the money chal-lenges,” Jill said. “Those dates can be scary, but I

think people recognize the value in them, and give them a try.”

One of the money dates is “Budget Crunch,” in which Brook and Jill, who were living together, aimed to cut their spending in half for one month. To gure out how much was half of their spend-ing, rst they had to determine where all of their money was going. “I was shocked how much went to things like booze and dinners out,” Jill said. When money got tight by the end of the month and they were supposed to BYOB to a party, Brook resorted to lling up a half-full bottle of vodka with water. Their friends later commented on the vodka’s nice, mellow taste and it ended up being a funny moment for the couple.

Nikki Klapp, planning her St. Louis wedding for this September, thinks “Budget Crunch” would denitely be worth a try. Nikki said, “It would be interesting to see: What can we really do without? Would it be the same things for both of us?” As a divorce lawyer, Nikki strongly advises trying some of the dates in the Money category.

Another date Nikki was intrigued by, but thought would be difcult was “Blackout By Design,” which challenges you to no phones, televi-sion, computers, stereos, e-readers or iPods for one week, from 6 pm to 7 am (all times except daytime work hours). But often the harder it is, the more likely the more you will get out of it. That was true for Brook. “Where other dates had payoff later, this date was instantly rewarding,” Brook said. “You connect so much better with the person in the same room as you with no electronics. During the whole Marriage Test, I don’t think we’d done another activity more personally worthwhile than this one.”

It took a year for Jill and Brook to complete all 40 dates, but they suggest a “Dater’s Decatha-lon” if doing them all sounds daunting. You and your beloved could try a date from each of the ten categories or focus on one category exclusively, if that’s the area you are most concerned about. “We designed the Marriage Test to be easily accessible to any couple, so most of the dates cost next to nothing and can be done in or near your home,” Brook and Jill said. “The point is to really live whatever you’re trying to learn about.”

Still not sure which dates to try rst? Go to the website themarriagetestbook.com, and take the 2-Minute Relationship Quiz. Answer ve quick questions and the results will recommend which dates to start with.

Jill says the Marriage Test was the single biggest personal project she’s ever done, and the stakes were so high. But again, high stakes can bring big rewards. “We had come out the other side as a different couple than when we started. We were the Jill and Brook who had proved they trusted each other and could work together to achieve their goals, a couple who had found an honest understanding of their relationship’s problems and practiced how to overcome them.”

The Marriage Test

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st. ClaIr CountyIllinois, County Clerk's Office10 Public Square (Belleville)Hours: 8:30a.m.-4:30p.m. Mon.-Fri.; 8:30a.m.-12:00p.m. Sat.ID: two valid forms of ID (i.e. driver's license, social security card)Phone: 618-277-6600 x2388Fee: $32 (cash, money order or local check)

MaDIson CountyIllinois, Administration Building157 N. Main Street, Suite 109 (Edwardsville)Hours: 8:30a.m.-4:30p.m. Mon.-Fri.ID: State ID, driver's licensePhone: 618-692-6290 Fee: $30 (cash only)

st. louIs CountySt. Louis County Government Center41 S. Central Avenue (4th floor), ClaytonHours: Mon., Wed., Fri. 8a.m.-5p.m.; Tues. and Thu. 8a.m.-6p.m.ID: State ID/driver's license, proof of social security number; if under 18, must be accom-panied by custodial parent/legal guardian with guardianship papers ($1.00 fee), must present certified copy of birth certificatePhone: 314-615-7180 Fee: $45 (cash only)

FranklIn CountyGovernment Center400 E. Locust, Room 102 (Union)Hours: 8a.m.- 4:30p.m. Mon.-Fri.ID: proof of social security numberPhone: 636-583-6367 Fee: $46 (cash only)

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Though procuring a wedding license isn’t quite as complicated as the wedding itself, it helps to know the rules. Here they are:

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2 A Missouri license is valid for thirty days from its effective date; an Illinois license for sixty days.

3 Both bride and groom must apply in per-son. In Missouri, you may apply for a license at any office provided the wedding is to take place within the state. In Illinois, you must apply for and receive a license from the coun-ty in which the ceremony will take place.

CIty oF st. louIsCity Hall, 1200 Market Street, Room 127Hours: 8a.m.-5p.m. Mon.-Fri.ID: State ID/driver's license, proof of social security number if absent from licensePhone: 314-622-3257 Fee: $48 (cash only)

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Aerie’s Terrace, 618-786-8439, (Ad on page 26) Y 700 350 Y Y Y Y Y Y 800 Timber Ridge Dr., Grafton, IL 62037 www.aerieswinery.com

Ameristar Casino Resort Spa, 636-940-4300, (Ad on page 69) Y 1450 640 Y Y N N N Y One Ameristar Boulevard, St. Charles, 63301 www.ameristar.com Barnett on Washington, 844-GO-BARNETT, (Ad on page 125) Y 365 200 Y Y Y call N N 3207 Washington Blvd., St. Louis, MO 63103 www.barnettonwashington.com

Boo Cat Club, 314-224-5521, (Ad on page 135) Y 450 220 N N Y Y N N 812 N. Union St., St. Louis, MO 63108 www.boocatclub.com

The Caramel Room, 314-615-2480, (Ad on page 20) Y 500 325 Y Y N N N N 1600 North Broadway, 63102 www.caramelroom.com

Cardinals Special Events, 314-345-9630, (Ad on page 47) Y 2000 1200 Y Y N Y N N 700 Clark Street, 63102 www.cardinals.com/events

Carriage House at DeMenil, 314-771-5828, (Ad on page 219) Y 200 170 Y Y Y N N N 3352 DeMenil Place, 63118 www.demenilweddings.com

Cedar Lake Cellars, 636-745-9500, (Ad on page 91) Y 500 250 Y Y N Y N N 11008 Schreckengast Road, Wright City, MO 63390 www.cedarlakecellars.com

Ces & Judy’s LeChateau, 314-991-6700 (Ad on page 6) Y 400 250 N Y N N N N 10405 Clayton Road, St. Louis, 63131 www.cesandjudys.com

Chandler Hill Vineyards, 636-798-2675, (Ad on page 139) Y 350 275 Y Y N Y N N 596 Defiance Road, Defiance, MO 63341 www.chandlerhillvineyards.com

Charles F. Knight Center, Washington University St. Louis 314-933-9400, (Ad on page 238) Y 300 200 Y Y N call call Y One Brookings Drive, 63130 www.olin.wustl.edu/knightcenter

Chase Park Plaza, 314-633-3000, (Ad on page 23) Y 3000 1300 Y Y N Y N Y 212 Kingshighway, 63108 www.chaseparkplaza.com

City Cottage on Chouteau, 314-961-7588, (Ad on page 28) N 150 110 Y Y N N N N (Catering St. Louis) 3800 Chouteau, 63110 www.cateringstlouis.com Clayton Plaza Hotel, 314-727-7434, (Ad on page 119) Y 400 300 N N N N N Y 7750 Carondelet St., Clayton, MO 63105 www.cpclayton.com

The Coronado Ballroom, 314-881-4346 (Ad on page 14) Y 600 350 N Y N N N N 3701 Lindell Blvd., 63108 www.thecoronado.com

Crowne Plaza St. Louis Airport, 314-291-6700, (Ad on page 209) Y 400 350 N Y call Y N Y 11228 Lone Eagle Drive, Bridgeton, 63044 www.cphotelstlouis.com

Crowne Plaza St. Louis Downtown Hotel, 314-621-8200, (Ad on page 222) Y 350 350 Y Y call Y N Y 200 N. 4th Street, St. Louis, MO 63102 www.crowneplaza.com/stlouisdt

Crown Valley Winery, 573-756-9463, (Ad on page 188) Y n/a 150 Y Y N ask N Y 23589 State Rt. WW, Ste. Genevieve, MO 63670 www.crownvalleywinery.com

DoubleTree by Hilton Collinsville/St. Louis, 618-345-2800 Y 800 450 Y Y N call N Y 1000 Eastport Plaza Drive, Collinsville, 62234 www.doubletreecollinsville.com

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DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel and Conference Center St. Louis, 636-532-5000, (Ad on page 239) Y 800 450 Y Y N N N Y 16625 Swingley Ridge Road, Chesterfield, 63017 www.doubletreechesterfield.com

DoubleTree Westport Hotel, 314-212-2110 Y 1000 450 Y Y N N N Y 1973 Craigshire, 63146 www.doubletreewestport.com

Drury Inn & Suites Forest Park, 314-646-0770, (Ad on page 110) Y 300 220 Y Y N N Y Y (Catering by Bartolino's Osteria) 2111 Sulphur Avenue www.druryhotels.com/content/weddings.aspx The Edge of Webster, 314-962-6886, (Ad on page 202) Y 250 200 Y N Y Y N N 359 Marshall Avenue, St. Louis, MO 63119 www.theedgeofwebster.com

Events by Panorama at The Saint Louis Art Museum, 314-655-5387, (Ad on page 155) N 400 300 N Y N Y N N One Fine Arts Drive, St. Louis, MO 63110 www.slam.org/dining/social.html

Flamingo Bowl, 314-436-6666, (Ad on page 251) Y 300 150 N Y N Y N N 1117 Washington Avenue, 63101 www.flamingobowl.com

Forest Hills Country Club, 636-227-5030, (Ad on page 107) Y 500 270 Y Y N N N N 36 Forest Club Drive, Chesterfield, MO 63005 www.foresthillscc.net

Forest Park Visitor’s Center, 314-961-7588 ext. 221, (Ad on page 28) N 350 230 Y Y N Y N N (Catering St. Louis) 5595 Grand Drive in Forest Park, 63112 www.cateringstlouis.com

Four Points by Sheraton, 618-622-9500, (Ad on page 237) Y 1,000 500 Y Y N Y N Y 319 Fountains Pkwy., Fairview Heights, IL, 62208 www.fourpointstlouis.com

Four Seasons Hotel St. Louis, 314-881-203, (Ad on page 45) Y 500 380 Y Y N Y Y Y 999 North Second Street, 63102 www.fourseasons.com/stlouis/weddings

The Franklin Room, 314-664-7706, (Ad on page 191) Y 300 300 N Y N N N N 816 Allen Avenue, 63104 www.thefranklinroom.net

Gallery 400 Event Space, 314-241-5870, (Ad on page 85) Y 700 250 Y N Y Y N N 400 Washington Ave., St. Louis, MO 63102 www.stlluxury.com or www.gallery400events.com

Gateway Arch Riverboats, 314-923-3047, (Ad on page 193) Y n/a 150 Y Y N N ask N 50 South Leonor K Sullivan, St. Louis, MO 63102 www.gatewayarch.com

Gateway Classic Cars, 618-589-9930, (Ad on page 220) Y 1200 1000 Y N Y N N N 1237 Central Park Dr., O'Fallon, IL 62269 www.gatewayclassiccars.com/event-space

Grand Hall on Chouteau, 314-427-6771 (Ad on page 232) N 550 450 Y Y N Y N N (Russo’s Catering) 2319 Chouteau Ave., St. Louis, MO 63103 www.russosgourmet.com

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Conveniently located near I-270 and I-44 in Sunset Hills12580 Rott Road / Saint Louis, Missouri 63127 / 314.615.5278 www.laumeier.org

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Graphic Arts, 314-427-6771 (Ad on page 232) Y 300 230 Y Y N ask N N (Russo’s Catering) 105 Progress Parkway, St. Louis, MO 63043 www.russosgourmet.com

Grbic Private Event Space, 314-772-3100, (Ad on page 216) Y 360 360 N Y N N N N 4071 Keokuk St., St. Louis, MO 63116 www.grbicrestaurant.com

Hermann Hill, 314-427-6771 (Ad on page Back Cover) Y 300 300 Y Y N N N Y 165 Highway 100 East, Hermann, MO 65041 www.hermannmoweddings.com

Hermannoff Winery, 573-486-5199 (Ad on page Back Cover) Y 800 500 Y Y N ask Y Y 237 East 1st Street, Hermann, MO 65041 www.innathermannhof.com

Hilton St. Louis at the Ballpark, 314-421-1776, (Ad on page 145) Y 900 650 N Y N Y N Y 1 South Broadway, 63102 www.hiltonstlouis.com

Hilton St. Louis Frontenac, 314-993-1100, (Ad on page 217) Y 1000 500 Y Y N N N Y 1335 S. Lindbergh Blvd, 63131 www.stlouisfrontenac.hilton.com

Holiday Inn South County Center, 314-892-3600, (Ad on page 141) Y 500 325 N Y N N N Y 6921 South Lindbergh Boulevard, 63125 www.holidayinn.com Holiday Inn Route 66, 314-821-6600 (Ad on page 121) Y 600 400 N Y N N N Y 10709 Watson Road, 63127 www.hiroute66.com

Hotel Lumiere, 314-881-7800, (Ad on page 161) Y 425 350 N Y N ask Y Y 999 N. Secound Street, 63102 www.lumiereplace.com

Hyatt Regency St. Louis at the Arch, 314-342-4655 (Ad on page 133) Y 3500 2000 N Y N call N Y 4th & Chestnut, 63102 www.stlouisarch.hyatt.com

Joule, 314-881-4300, (Ad on page 14) Y 270 140 Y Y N Y N N 1419 Carroll St., St. Louis, MO 63104 www.palladium-stl.com/joule

Kemoll’s Restaurant, 314-421-0555, (Ad on page 163) Y 350 200 N Y N Y N N 40th Floor, Metropolitan Square, 211 N. Broadway, 63102 www.kemolls.com

Kuhs Farm, 314-226-0709, (Ad on page 236) Y 10,000 900 Y N Y N N N 13061 Spanish Pond Rd., Spanish Lake 63138 www.kuhsfarm.com

LaChance Vineyards, 636-586-2777, (Ad on page 87) Y 300 300 Y Y N N N N 12237 Peter Moore Lane, DeSoto, MO 63020 www.lachancevineyards.com

Lake Creek Winery, 636-242-2036, (Ad on page 53) Y 300 200 Y Y Y Y Y N 15088 Boone Monument Road, Mathasville, MO 63357 www.lakecreekwinery.com

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Lemp Mansion Restaurant, 314-664-8024, (Ad on page 249) Y 260 260 Y Y Y Y N Y 3322 Demenil Place, St. Louis, 63118 www.lempmansion.com

Lodge at Grant’s Trail, 314-638-3340, (Ad on page 203) Y 125 80 Y Y N N N Y 4398 Hoffmeister, 63125 www.lodgeatgrantstrail.com

Lumen Private Event Space, 314-615-2480, (Ad on page 101) Y 600 300 N Y N N N N 2201 Locust, 63103 www.lumenstl.com

Magnolia Hotel, 314-387-1385, (Ad on page 213) Y 500 300 Y Y N N N Y 421 N. 8th Street, St. Louis, 63101 www.magnoliahotels.com

Majorette, 314-224-5775, (Ad on page 135) Y 600+ 375 Y N call Y N N 7150 Manchester Rd., St. Louis, 63143 www.majoretteevents.com

Mandarin House Banquet Hall, 314-427-8070, (Ad on page 240) Y 500 400 N Y Y N N N 8004 Olive Blvd., University City, MO 63130 www.stlouismandarinhouse.com

Missouri Botanical Garden, 314-577-0200, (Ad on page 28) Y 350 200 Y Y N Y Y N (Catering St. Louis 961-7588 x221) 4344 Shaw Blvd., 63110 www.cateringstlouis.com

Missouri History Museum, 314-454-3121, (Ad on page 14) Y 1500 300 Y Y N Y Y N (Butler's Pantry Catering) 5656 Lindell, 63112 www.butlerspantry.com

Moonrise Hotel, 314-721-1111, (Ad on page 97) Y 200 80 Y Y N Y Y Y 6177 Delmar Blvd., 63112 www.moonrisehotel.com

Moulin Events, 314-241-4949, (Ad on page 198) Y 750 325 Y N N Y N N 2017 Chouteau Avenue, St. Louis, MO 63103 www.moulinevents.com

Nat’l Shrine of Our Lady of the Snows, 314-241-3400, (Ad on page 205) Y 600 400 Y Y N N N Y 442 S. De Mazenod Dr., Belleville, IL, 62223 www.snows.org

Oakland House, 314-821-7166 Y 250 250 Y Y Y N n/a N 7801 Genesta St., St. Louis, MO 63123 www.afftonoaklandhouse.com

Old Barn Inn, 636-458-0131, (Ad on page 67) Y 600 300 Y Y N Y N Y 3519 St. Albans Road, St. Albans, MO 63073 www.InnsAtStAlbans.com

Old Hickory Golf Club, 636-477-8960, (Ad on page 25) Y 1000 550 Y Y N N N N 1 Dye Club Dr., St. Peters, MO 63304 www.oldhickorygc.com

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Old Post Office (Desco Group), 314-436-0101, (Ad on page 230) Y 500 250 N Y N Y N N 815 Olive Street, Suite 19, 63101 www.oldpostofficestl.com Oliva on the Hill, 314-961-7588 x221 (Ad on page 28) Y 150 100 Y Y N Y N N 4915 Daggett, 63110 www.cateringstlouis.com

Orlando’s Event & Conference Centers, 314-638-6660, (Ad on page 203) Y 1000 900 N Y N N N N 4300 Hoffmeister, 63125 www.orlandogardens.com Orlando’s Event & Conference Centers, 314-453-9000 (Ad on page 203) Y 900 600 N Y N N N N 2050 Dorsett Village Plaza, Maryland Heights, MO 63043 www.orlandogardens.com

Overlook Farm, 573-242-3838 Y 300 250 Y Y N N N Y 901 S. Hwy. 79, Clarksville 63336 www.overlookfarmmo.com

Palladium Saint Louis, 314-799-8886, (Ad on page 14) Y 700 400 Y Y N Y N N 1400 Park Place, 63104 www.palladium-stl.com

Patty Long Catering’s Beyond Broadway, 314-621-9598, (Ad on page 115) Y 499 350 Y Y N Y N N 112 Sidney, Soulard, 63104 www.pattylongcatering.com

Patty Long Catering’s 9th Street Abbey, 314-621-9598, (Ad on page 115) Y 350 210 Y Y N Y N N 1808 S. 9th St., Soulard, 63104 www.pattylongcatering.com

Patty Long Catering’s 9th Street Loft, 314-621-9598, (Ad on page 115) Y 100 60 N Y N Y N N 1808 S. 9th St., Soulard, 63104 www.pattylongcatering.com

Peabody Opera House, 314-499-7620 (Ad on page 103) N - 375 Y Y N Y N N 1400 Market Street, 63101 www.peabodyoperahouse.com

The Piper Palm House, 314-771-4410, (Ad on page 14) Y 275 150 Y Y N Y N N (Butler’s Pantry Catering) 4256 Magnolia, 63110 www.butlerspantry.com

The Promenade by Westin, 314-552-5712 (Ad on page 137) Y 500 275 N Y N N N Y 811 Spruce Street, St. Louis, MO 63102 www.westin.com/thepromenade

The Reserve at Augusta, 314-440-3601, (Ad on page 241) Y unltd 300 Y Y Y Y N Y 156 Church Road, Augusta, MO 63332 www.thereserveataugusta.com

The Rialto Ballroom at the Centene Center for Arts & Education, 314-289-4004, (Ad on page 219) Y 300 200 Y N Y N N N 3547 Olive St., St. Louis, MO 63103 www.rialtoballroom.com

The Ritz Carlton, St. Louis, 314-863-6300, (Ad on page 17) Y 1000 800 N Y N call call Y 100 Carondelet Plaza, 63105 www.ritzcarlton.com

SAINT LOUIS SCIENCE CENTER

THERE’S SOMETHING GROWING ATTHE SAINT LOUIS SCIENCE CENTER!

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Saint Louis Science Center - James S. McDonnell Planetarium, 314-533-8179, (Ad on page 215) Y 1000 600 Y Y N Y N N 5050 Oakland Avenue, 63110 www.slsc.org/book-an-event

Saint Louis Science Center - The Grow Pavillion, 314-533-8179, (Ad on page 214) Y 160 160 Y Y N Y N N 5050 Oakland Avenue, 63110 www.slsc.org/book-an-event

Saint Louis Zoo, 314-646-4855, (Ad on page 39) Y unltd. 500 Y Y N Y Y N One Government Drive, Forest Park www.stlzoo.org

Seven T Farms, 573-915-6760, (Ad on page 104) Y 400 350 Y Y N N N Y 81 E. Bacon Ridge Road, Sullivan, MO 63080 www.seventfarms.com

The Sheldon Concert Hall & Ballroom, 314-533-9900, (Ad on page 229) Y 700 500 N Y Y call N N 3648 Washington Blvd., 63108 www.sheldoncancerthall.org

Sheraton Westport Lakeside Chalet, 314-878-1500, (Ad on page 63) Y 1000 500 Y Y N N N Y 191 Westport Plaza, 63146 www.sheratonwestport.com

Sheraton Westport Plaza Hotel, 314-878-1500, (Ad on page 63) Y 500 250 Y Y N N N Y 900 Westport Plaza, 63146 www.sheratonwestport.com

Silver Oaks Chateau, 314-238-6567, (Ad on page 35) Y 300 300 Y Y call N N N 1168 State Hwy 100, Wildwood, MO 63069 www.silveroakschateau.com

Slate Private Event Space, 314-899-0430, (Ad on page 93) Y 225 200 Y Y N Y ask N 1015 Locust Street, St. Louis, MO 63101 www.baileysrestaurants.com

Soulard Preservation Hall, 314-961-7588, (Ad on page 28) Y 250 150 N Y N Y N N 1921 South 9th Street, St. Louis, MO 63104 www.cateringstlouis.com

Spazio Westport, 314-576-0400, (Ad on page 250) N 350 300 N Y N call N Y (Russo’s Catering) 12031 Lackland Road, 63146 www.spaziowestport.com

SqWires Annex, 314-865-3522, (Ad on page 227) Y 200 150 Y Y N Y N N 1415 South 18th Street, St. Louis, MO 63104 www.sqwires.com

St. Louis Airport Marriott, 314-253-5199 (Ad on page 204) Y 1,000 1,100 Y Y N N N Y 10700 Pear Tree Drive, St. Louis, MO 63134 www.marriottstlairport.com

St. Louis City Center Hotel, 314-613-5418, (Ad on page 186) Y 800 550 Y Y N N Y Y 400 South 14th Street, St. Louis, MO 63103 www.stlouiscitycenterhotel.com

JAMES S. MCDONNELL PLANETARIUM

A STELLAR CELEBRATIONUNDER THE STARS

314.533.8179 [email protected] www.slsc.org

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St. Louis Union Station Hotel, 314-621-5262 Y 500 500 N Y call N N Y1820 Market Street, 63103 www.stlunionstationhotel.com

Starlight Roof at the Chase, 314-367-1700, (Ad on page 23) Y 600 340 Y Y N call N Y212 North Kingshighway, 63108 www.chaseparkplaza.com

Stone Hill Winery, 573-486-2221, (Ad on page Back Cover) Y 225 225 N Y N N N N 1110 Stone Hill Highway, Hermann, MO 65041 www.stonehillwinery.com The Studio Inn, 636-458-0131, (Ad on page 67) Y 240 170 Y Y N Y N Y 454 Studio Road, St. Albans, 63073 www.InnsAtStAlbans.com

Three Barn Farm, 314-961-7588 x221 (Ad on page 28) Y 200 call Y Y N Y N N 20955 Highway W, Clarksville, MO 63336 www.cateringstlouis.com

Top of the Met, 314-421-0555, (Ad on page 163) Y 600 400 N Y N Y N N (Catering by Kemoll's) One Metropolitan Square, 42nd Floor, 63102 www.kemolls.com

University of Missouri St. Louis, 314-516-5559, (Ad on page 219) Y 260 250 N Y N N N N 1 University Blvd., St. Louis, MO 63121 www.umsl.edu/~eventservices

Upstairs at the Cheshire, 314-932-7857, (Ad on page 207) Y 225 170 Y Y N N N Y 7036 Clayton Avenue, St. Louis, MO 63117 www.upstairs-stl.com

Villa Antonio Winery, 636-475-5008, (Ad on page 4) Y 300 300 Y Y N N N N 3662 Linhurst Road, Hillsboro, MO 63050 www.villaantoniowinery.com

The Weingarten, 618-570-3006, (Ad on page 143) Y 400 200 Y N N Y N N 1780 E. State Route 15, Belleville, IL 62221 www.theweingarten.com

The Westin St. Louis, 314-621-2000, (Ad on page 137) Y 500 275 N Y N N N Y 811 Spruce St., 63102 www.westin.com/stlouiswedding

The Wildwood Hotel, 636-733-9100, (Ad on page 228) Y 200 250 N Y N N Y Y 2801 Fountain Place, Wildwood, MO 63040 www.thewildwoodhotel.com

Willow Private Event Space, 314-899-0430, (Ad on page 93) Y 350 325 Y Y N Y ask N 321 North 10th Street, 63101 www.baileysrestaurants.com

Windows On Washington, 314-241-5555, (Ad on page 10) Y 500 350 Y Y N Y N N 1601 Washington Ave., 63103 www.wowbanquets.com

Xavier Grand Ballroom, 314-427-6771, (Ad on page 232) Y 400 330 N Y N Y N N (Russo's Catering) 3628 Lindell Blvd., 63108 www.russosgourmet.com

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CEREMONY sitEs18 of our favorite ceremony venues

Whether your ceremony is upscale and elegant or informal and fun, you’ll find the perfect venue in our list below.

The Atrium at the Centene Center for Arts & Education 314-289-4004, (Ad on page 219) Y 200 Y N N Y N N 3547 Olive Street, St. Louis, MO www.rialtoballroom.com

Barnett on Washington 800-844-GO-BARNETT, (Ad on page 125) Y 180 Y Y N Y N N 3207 Washington Blvd., St. Louis, MO 63103 www.barnettonwashington.com

Busch Stadium 314-345-9630, (Ad on page 47) Y 1000 Y Y Y Y N N 700 Clark Street, St. Louis, MO 63102 www.cardinals.com/events Carondelet Park Boathouse 314-289-5300 N 250 Y N N Y N N 3900 Holly Hills Drive, St. Louis, MO 63116 www.stlouis-mo.gov

Carriage House at DeMenil 314-771-5828, (Ad on page 219) Y 140 Y Y Y Y Y n/a 3352 DeMenil Place, St. Louis, MO 63118 www.demenilweddings.com

Ethical Society of St. Louis 314-991-0955 Y 400 N Y Y Y N N 9001 Clayton Road, St. Louis, 63117 www.ethicalstl.org

The Old Peace Chapel at Historic Daniel Boone Home & Heritage Center 636-949-7535, (Ad on page 242) N 100 N Y N Y N N 1868 Interstate F, Defiance, MO 63341 www.danielboonehome.com

Historic Sappington House & Barn Restaurant 314-822-8171, (Ad on page 247) Y 350 Y N Y Y Y Y 1015 S. Sappington, St. Louis, MO 63126 www.sappingtonhouse.org

Jewel Box in Forest Park 314-531-0080 Y 250 N Y N Y N N Intersection of Wells Dr. & McKinley Dr., St. Louis, MO 63110 www.stlouis-mo.gov

Moonrise Hotel 314-721-1111, (Ad on page 219) Y 125 Y Y N Y N N 6177 Delmar Blvd., St. Louis, MO 63112 www.moonrisehotel.com

Old Barn Inn at The Gardens at Malmaison 636-458-0131, (Ad on page 67) Y 600 Y Y N Y N N 3519 St. Albans Road, St. Albans, MO 63073 www.gardensmalmaison.com

Old Courthouse 314-655-1600 Y 120 N Y N Y Y n/a 11 North 4th Street, St. Louis, MO 63102 www.nps.gov/jeff/planyourvisit/permits

Old Post Office Plaza at Magnolia Hotel 314-436-9000, (Ad on page 213) Y 250 Y Y N Y N Y 421 North 8th Street, St. Louis, MO 63101 www.magnoliahotels.com

Patty Long Catering’s 9th Street Abbey 314-621-9598, (Ad on page 115) Y 210 Y Y N Y N N 1808 South 9th Street, Historic Soulard, MO 63104 www. pattylongcatering.com

Patty Long Catering's 9th Street Garden Patio 314-621-9598, (Ad on page 115) N 80 Y N N Y N N 1808 South 9th Street, Historic Soulard, MO 63104 www. pattylongcatering.com

St. Louis County Parks 314-615-8820 varies varies Y N N Y varies N Multiple Locations www.stccparks.org

St. Louis Wedding Chapel 314-472-5017, (Ad on page 219) N 30 N Y Y Y ask N 9620 South Broadway, St. Louis, MO 63125 www.stlouisweddingchapel.com

University of Missouri - St. Louis 314-516-5773, (Ad on page 219) Y 250 N Y N Y N N 1 University Blvd., St. Louis, MO 63121 www.umsl.edu/~eventservices

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Moonrise HotelOffering a spectacular rooftop terrace

(seasonal) for ceremonies of up to 125 people and functions spaces able

to accommodate weddings up to 80 people seated and 150 standing

reception. Have your reception on the roof also in the New Moon Room (year

round venue). A modern light filled one-of-a-kind space with spectacular

views, glass panel ceiling, and a private terrace all coupled with spectacular food & beverage. Rehearsal dinners and post wedding brunches too. 4

Diamond without being pretentious.

Moonrise HotelOffering a spectacular rooftop terrace

(seasonal) for ceremonies of up to 125 people and functions spaces able

to accommodate weddings up to 80 people seated and 150 standing

reception. Have your reception on the roof also in the New Moon Room (year

round venue). A modern light filled one-of-a-kind space with spectacular

views, glass panel ceiling, and a private terrace all coupled with spectacular food & beverage. Rehearsal dinners and post wedding brunches too. 4

Diamond without being pretentious.

The Provincial House Chapel

The University of Missouri–St. Louis offers a unique and yet affordable venue for your impending wedding day. The Provincial House Chapel is an on-site non-denominational chapel that can

host your ceremony in a beautiful and convenient setting. Just across the way

from the chapel is the Millennium Student Center, which offers an

elegant, full-service banquet space where you and your guests can relax

and celebrate your big day!

1 University Boulevard Saint Louis, MO 63121

314-516-5573http://www.umsl.edu/~eventservices/

The Provincial House Chapel

The University of Missouri–St. Louis offers a unique and yet affordable venue for your impending wedding day. The Provincial House Chapel is an on-site non-denominational chapel that can

host your ceremony in a beautiful and convenient setting. Just across the way

from the chapel is the Millennium Student Center, which offers an

elegant, full-service banquet space where you and your guests can relax

and celebrate your big day!

1 University Boulevard Saint Louis, MO 63121

314-516-5573http://www.umsl.edu/~eventservices/

St Louis Wedding Chapel

....for the perfect small wedding

Our chapel is beautifully decorated and is located in the

South County area just south of River City Casino,

just before the main entrance to Jefferson Barracks Park.

Perfect for Elopements

and small intimate weddings of up to 30 people.

• Onsite Bridal Suite for the Bride • IPOD Friendly Sound System

9620 S. Broadway, St. Louis, MO 63125

314.472.5017 www.stlouisweddingchapel.com

St Louis Wedding Chapel

....for the perfect small wedding

Our chapel is beautifully decorated and is located in the

South County area just south of River City Casino,

just before the main entrance to Jefferson Barracks Park.

Perfect for Elopements

and small intimate weddings of up to 30 people.

• Onsite Bridal Suite for the Bride • IPOD Friendly Sound System

9620 S. Broadway, St. Louis, MO 63125

314.472.5017 www.stlouisweddingchapel.com

The Atrium at the

Centene Center for the Arts

The Centene Center for the Arts is a century-old architectural masterpiece

at the heart of the Grand Center Arts District with historical features

including a Gothic-style white glazed terracotta façade, corridors lined in

Italian marble, and elaborate ironwork. The Atrium’s rooftop terrace looks

toward the St. Louis skyline, creating a remarkable setting for your perfect day.

After your ceremony move the celebration into the attached Rialto Ballroom, surrounded by

family and friends.

3547 Olive Street | St. Louis, MO314.289.4004

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The Carriage House at DeMenil

One hundred fifty years ago, Alexander DeMenil’s home was considered an oasis of beauty on the edge of the city. Today,

that oasis is an ideal setting for your St. Louis wedding.

The idyllic gazebo (with lawn seating for up to 140) and the mansion’s elegant formal parlor (for intimate groups up to 30) add just the right ambiance to your special ceremony. Flexible

reception space is available in the Carriage House, terrace, and in

the mansion itself.

3352 DeMenil PlaceSt. Louis, MO 63118

(314) 771-5828www.demenilweddings.com

[email protected]

STL Wedding Celebrant

Every relationship has a story, and I want to tell yours! As a certified Life-

Cycle Celebrant®, I create personal and thoughtful wedding, elopement, and

commitment ceremonies for all couples at the location of your choosing.

Having a park or backyard wedding? Contact us for availability and rates for chair rental in addition to officiating

the ceremony. Officiating services also available for destination weddings.

www.stlweddingcelebrant.com

Todd Studios

STL Wedding Celebrant

Every relationship has a story, and I want to tell yours! As a certified Life-

Cycle Celebrant®, I create personal and thoughtful wedding, elopement, and

commitment ceremonies for all couples at the location of your choosing.

Having a park or backyard wedding? Contact us for availability and rates for chair rental in addition to officiating

the ceremony. Officiating services also available for destination weddings.

www.stlweddingcelebrant.com

Todd StudiosTodd Studios

The Carriage House at DeMenil

One hundred fifty years ago, Alexander DeMenil’s home was considered an oasis of beauty on the edge

of the city. Today, that oasis is an ideal setting for your St. Louis wedding. The idyllic gazebo (with

lawn seating for up to 140) and the mansion’s elegant formal parlor (for intimate groups up to 30) add just the right ambiance to your special

ceremony. Flexible reception space is available in the Carriage House, terrace, and in the mansion

itself.

3352 DeMenil PlaceSt. Louis, MO 63118

(314) 771-5828www.demenilweddings.com

[email protected]

The Atrium at the

Centene Center for the ArtsThe Centene Center for the Arts is a century-old

architectural masterpiece at the heart of the Grand Center Arts District with historical features including a Gothic-

style white glazed terracotta façade, corridors lined in Italian marble, and elaborate ironwork. The Atrium’s

rooftop terrace looks toward the St. Louis skyline, creating a remarkable setting for your perfect day. After your

ceremony move the celebration into the attached Rialto Ballroom, surrounded by

family and friends.

3547 Olive Street | St. Louis, MO314.289.4004

www.KeepArtHappening.org/bride [email protected]

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ESSENTIALGUIDEA list of local businesses to make planning your wedding in the St. Louis metropolitan area easier

Accommodations 222

Alterations 223

bachelorette Parties 223

beauty & Health 223

bridal Gowns & salons 223

bridal shows 224

cakes & confections 224

calligraphers 224

caterers 224

ceremony sites 225

decorations 225

destination weddings 225

Favors 226

Florists 226

Formalwear 226

Foundations & lingerie 227

Gifts 227

Gown Preservation 228

Honeymoons 228

invitations/stationers 228

Jewelry 228

lighting & décor 229

mother of the bride 230

music & entertainment 230

officiants 231

online Planning 232

Photo booths 232

Photographers 233

Planners and consultants 234

reception sites 210

registry 235

rehearsal dinner sites 235

rentals 239

special touches 240

transportation 240

Videographers 241

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clarice's bridal314-351-2499

claricesbridal.com

• Kenneth Winston

(personal appearance

by designer)

July 28-30

* Allure bridal

december 1-3

fleur des lis bridal boutique314-721-2457

fleurdelisbridal.com

• modern Trousseau

July 29-30

frew's bridal 618-433-9520

• battle of the brides sale, July 30-August 1

mia grace bridal636-778-3433

miagracebridal.com

• sophia Tolli

september 30-october 2

signature bridal636-778-3200

signaturebridalstlouis.com

• sip & sparkle, July 14-16

Veils and accessories from Jaxie

bridal , Jc Johnston & maritza

• Ella Rosa, November 10-12

• Kenneth Winston, december 1-3

sincerely yours bridal314-650-6191

sincerelyyoursbridal.com

• Jasmine bridal’s - Jade and

Jade couture collections

(mother’s dresses) on

November 4-6

town and countrybridal boutique314-863-7200

townandcountrybride.com

• Lis simon

June 24 - July 5

• Finishing Touches

(trunk show for veils, hairpieces,

jewelry, with hair stylist in salon to

help with final looks)

July 30 - 31

• Amsale

August 19 - August 28

• bliss by monique lhuillier

August 26 - september 4

• martina Liana

october 28 - 30

the ultimate bride314-961-9997

theultimatebride.com

• Essence of Australia, July 23-24

white traditions bridal house636-939-6005

whitetraditionsbridal.com

• Lillian West, september 23-25

• Allure bridal, November 4-6

FALL 2016 trunkshow cALendAr

It’s not a fashion show. It’s not for every bride. But it may be where you find the dress of your dreams. Meet designers (or company reps) with their new line of gowns, shoes or accessories at the following shops—be sure to schedule an appointment.

Please visit bridestl.com for a current list of trunk show dates.

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ACCOMMODATIONS

CHARLES F. KNIGHT CENTERwashington Universityone brookings drive314.933.9400www.olin.wustl.edu/knightcenter

CHASE PARK PLAZA212 N. Kingshighway314-633-3000www.chaseparkplaza.com

THE CHESHIRE SAINT LOUIS6300 clayton road 314-647-7300www.cheshirestl.com

CROWNE PLAZA HOTEL -ST. LOUIS AIRPORT11228 lone eagle dr.314-291-6700www.cphotelstlouis.com

CROWNE PLAZA DOWNTOWN ST. LOUIS200 North Fourth street314-621-8200www.crowneplaza.com/stlouisdt

DOUBLETREE BY HILTON 16625 swingley ridge road, chesterfield636-532-5000www.doubletree3.hilton.com

DOUBLETREE BY HILTON1000 eastport Plaza dr, collinsville618-345-2800www.doubletreecollinsville.com

DOUBLETREE BY HILTON1973 craigshire road, westport314-434-0100www.doubletreewestport.com

DRURY INN & SUITES BRENTWOOD8700 eager road888-324-1691www.druryhotels.com

DRURY INN & SUITESi-44 and Hampton Avenue 888-324-1691www.druryhotels.com

DRURY PLAZA CHESTERFIELD355 chesterfield center east888-324-1691www.druryhotels.com

DRURY PLAZA HOTEL-AT THE ARCH2 south 4th street 888-324-1691www.druryhotels.com

FOUR POINTS BY SHERATON319 Fountains Parkway, Fairview Heights, il618-622-9500www.fourpointstlouis.com

FOUR SEASONS HOTEL SAINT LOUIS999 North second street314-881-5800www.fourseasons.com/stlouis

HILTON ST. LOUIS AT THE BALLPARKone south broadway314-421-1776www.hiltonstlouis.com

HOLIDAY INN ROUTE 6610709 watson road314-821-6600www.hiroute66.com

HOLIDAY INN SOUTH COUNTY CENTER6921 south lindbergh blvd314-892-3600www.holidayinn.com

HOTEL LUMIERE999 North 2nd street 314-881-7800www.lumiereplace.com

HYATT REGENCY ST. LOUIS AT THE ARCH315 chestnut314-655-1234www.stlouisarch.hyatt.com

LODGE AT GRANT’S TRAIL4398 Hoffmeister Ave., lemay314-638-3340 www.lodgeatgrantstrail.com

MAGNOLIA HOTEL421 North 8th street314-436-9000www.magnoliahotels.com

MOONRISE HOTEL6177 delmar blvd.314-721-1111www.moonrisehotel.com

PEAR TREE INN UNION STATION2211 market street888-324-1691www.druryhotels.com

THE RESERVE AT AUGUSTA170 church road, Augusta, mo 314-440-3601www.thereserveataugusta.com

THE RITZ-CARLTON, ST. LOUIS100 carondelet Plaza314-863-6300www.ritzcarlton.com

Essential Guide

H O T E L & R E S O R T SST. LOUIS - DOWNTOWN

Just imagine

celebrating your

marriage at the

Crowne Plaza

St. Louis – Downtown.

The joining of

two hearts

in the heart

of our city.

Providing an

incredible

experience with

professional service

and unreserved

attention to detail.

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SEVEN GABLES INN26 N. meramec314-863-8400www.sevengablesinn.com

SHERATON WESTPORT PLAZA& LAKESIDE CHALET900 Westport Plaza314-878-1500www.sheratonwestport.com

ST. LOUIS CITY CENTER HOTEL400 south 14th street314-613-5418www.stlouiscitycenterhotel.com

ST. LOUIS UNION STATION HOTEL1820 market street314-621-5262www.stlunionstationhotel.com

WESTIN ST. LOUIS811 spruce street314-621-2000www.westin.com

THE WILDWOOD HOTEL 2801 Fountain Place, Wildwood636-733-9100www.thewildwoodhotel.com

ALTERATIONS

MONTELEONE’S FINE TAILORING10285 clayton Road314-991-1933

BACHELORETTE PARTIES

AMTRAKwww.amtrak.com

COMPANION 9781 clayton Road314-627-5257www.companionbaking.com

HOWL AT THE MOON601 clark Ave, ballpark Village314-736-4695www.howlatthemoon.com

METROLINK LIGHT RAIL & METROBUS www.metrostlouis.org

WEBER GRILL RESTAURANT & ACADEMY1147 st. Louis Galleria314-930-3840www.webergrillrestaurant.com

SAINT LOUIS BR IDE

Quick Tip:

NAIL POLISH

Nails should never compete with your dress or ring. A natural beige or French

manicure are perfect choices. If you want color, put it on your tootsies!

BEAUTY & HEALTH

BEAUTY BY WHITNEY 314-255-5239www.beautybywhitney.com

MARY CATES SALON1354 clarkson clayton center - Ellisville636-527-256611772 olive blvd. - creve coeur314-692-9966www.marycatessalon.com/weddings

RHEMA IMAGE [email protected]

BRIDAL GOWNS & SALONS

BELLA BRIDESMAIDS13428 clayton Road314-205-1191www.bellabridesmaids.com

BERRYBRIDGE9904 clayton Road, suite A - Ladue314-997-1439www.berrybridgebridal.com

CLARICE'S BRIDAL5417 south Lindbergh www.claricesbridal.com

FLEUR DE LIS BRIDAL BOUTIQUE8109 maryland Avenue, clayton 314-721-2457 www.fleurdelisbridal.com

FREW'S BRIDAL 305 Piasa street - Alton, IL 618-466-8820www.frewsbridal.com

MIA GRACE BRIDAL108 chesterfield Towne center, chesterfield636-778-3433www.miagracebridal.com

SIMPLY ELEGANT BRIDAL1004 olive street, downtown314-241-8201www.simplyelegantbridalstl.com

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SIMPLY YOURS BRIDAL14336 manchester road314-650-6191www.simplyyoursbridal.com

TOWN & COUNTRY BRIDALBOUTIQUE8809 ladue road314-863-7200www.townandcountrybride.com

THE ULTIMATE BRIDE1115 s. big bend blvd. 314-961-9997 www.theultimatebride.com

BRIDAL SHOWS

WEDDING CONNECTIONsunday, January 15, 2017, 1-4:30pmchase Park Plaza 314-588-8313 for advanced reservationswww.bridestl.com

BIG FAKE WEDDING thursday, August 4, 2016moulin events & Venuewww.thebigfakewedding.com

BUSCH STADIUM BOUTIQUE BRIDAL EVENTsunday, January 31, 2017, 12:30-4pmregister at cardinals.com/events

ONYX BRIDAL AFFAIR sunday, February 12, 2017Hotelumiere - downtown www.onyxbridalaffair.com

CAKES & CONFECTIONSAlso see sPeciAl toUcHes

THE CAKERY1420 tamm Ave.314-647-6000 www.thecakerybakery.net

COLD STONE CREAMERY3228 Green mount crossing drive, shiloh, il2100 troy road, suite 101, edwardsville, il#7 ronnie’s Plaza, st. louis618-567-6000www.coldstone-rockymountaincatering.com

THE CUP1590 clarkson road, chesterfield636-536-228728 maryland Plaza, central west end314-367-61111057 century drive, edwardsville, il618-656-2287www.cravethecup.com

Essential Guide

ENCORE BAKING COMPANY2730 sutton blvd., maplewood314-832-4303www.encorebaking.com

IT'S EASY AS PIE314-282-5861www.itseasyaspie.com

LUBELEY’S BAKERY & DELI, INC.7815 watson rd., shrewsbury314-961-7160 www.lubeleysbakery.com

MCARTHUR'S BAKERY3055 lemay Ferry road210 North Kirkwood road13700 olive boulevard314-894-0900www.mcarthurs.com

NOTHING BUNDT CAKES9040 manchester road314-942-3535www.nothingbundtcakes.com

SARAH’S CAKE SHOP10 clarkson wilson centre, chesterfield636-728-1140www.sarahscakeshopstl.com

SUGAREE BAKING CO.1242 tamm Ave314-645-5496 www.sugareebaking.com

WEDDING WONDERLAND449 dunn road314.837.5015www.wwcakeshop.com

CALLIGRAPHERS

cAlliGrAPHics636-441-7225www.calligraphics.info

CATERERS Also see reHeArsAl diNNer on page 235 and the recePtioN sites grid on page 210. Please note that many of the restaurants listed here may also be able to help you with small, intimate wedding receptions.

23 CITY BLOCKS CATERING1600 North broadway314-615-2480www.caramelroom.com

BAILEYS' CATERING [email protected] www.baileysrestaurants.com

1600 S. Brentwood Blvd., Suite 410St. Louis, Missouri 63144

314-771-3390 / fosterjewelry.com

Bespoke

Bridal

BY APPOINTMENT

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BUTLER’S PANTRY1414 Park Avenue 314-664-7680 www.butlerspantry.com

CATERING ST. LOUIS2141 59th street314-961-7588 x221www.cateringstlouis.com

CES & JUDY'S CATERING10405 clayton Road314-991-6700www.cesandjudys.com

COMPANION 9781 clayton Road314-537-2285www.companionbaking.com

FAROTTO'S ITALIAN RESTAURANT & CATERING9525 manchester Road314-962-0048www.farottos.com

HOLLYBERRY CATERING10037 manchester Road314-835-9977www.hollyberrycatering.com

LLYWELYN'S PUBmultiple Locations 855-bcELTIcwww.llywelynspub.com

ORLANDO’S CATERING4300 Hoffmeister2050 dorsett Village Plaza314-638-6660www.orlandogardens.com

PAPPY’S SMOKEHOUSE3106 olive street314-535-4340www.pappyssmokehouse.com

THE PASTA HOUSECOMPANY CATERING2200 59th street314-644-1400www.thepastahouse.com/catering/

PATTY LONG CATERING1808 s. Ninth, soulard314-621-9598www.pattylongcatering.com

RUSSO’S CATERING9904 Page Avenue314-427-6771www.russosgroumet.com

TBR PRIME STEAK MARKET (FORMERLY THE BRASS RAIL)4601 Highway K - o'Fallon 636-329-1349www.thebrassrail1.com

SAINT LOUIS BR IDE

Quick Tip:

HIRING A CATERERmany caterers are often booked

twelve months in advance. Try to

book yours once you've

pinpointed a date. Remember,

some reception sites may have

a preferred vendor list for you

to choose your caterer from.

CEREMONY SITESsee cEREmoNY sITEs listings on page 218.

DECORATIONS

AN AFFAIR TO REMEMBER 314-899-9321www.affair-remember.com

TABLE TEN DESIGNS2705 Lasalle street314-776-2200

WARSON WOODS ANTIQUE GALLERY10091 manchester Road314-909-0123www.missouriAntiquemalls.com

DESTINATION WEDDINGS

AMAZING ADVENTURES TRAVEL636-492-1612www.amazingadventurestravel.com

GO TRAVEL STL636-458-8844www.gostravelstl.com

HERMANN WEDDING TRAIL800-453-3174www.hermannweddings.com

JANE ALEXANDRA CONCIERGE TRAVEL314-915-0478800-792-0478www.janealexandratravel.com

TRAVEL HAUS OF ST. LOUIS11229 concord Village Ave314-842-6000 www.travelhausstlouis.com

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FAVORSsee cAKes & coNFectioNs, GiFts ANd stAtioNers

THE CUP1590 clarkson road, chesterfield636-536-228728 maryland Plaza, central west end314-367-61111057 century drive, edwardsville, il618-656-2287www.cravethecup.com

GIFTS636-458-2439www.giftsstlouis.com

GOODIES FOR GUESTS314-422-0974www.goodiesforguests.com

HOLLYBERRY CATERING10037 manchester road314-835-9977www.hollyberrycatering.com

IT'S EASY AS PIE314-282-5861www.itseasyaspie.com

POPTIONS! POPCORN1580 s. lindbergh blvd.636-812-2385www.poptionspopcorn.com

PLOWSHARING CRAFTS6271 delmar blvd, University city314-863-3723137 w. Jefferson Ave, Kirkwood314-909-9401224 North main st, edwardsville, il 618-692-6919www.plowsharing.org

FLORISTS

ALWAYS IN BLOOM3300 watson road314-781-1717www.stlouisflorist.com

AN AFFAIR TO REMEMBER 314-899-9321www.affair-remember.com

ARTISTRY2734 lasalle street, st. louis314-772-1301www.artistryflorist.com

BELLI FIORI—FLORAL DESIGN STUDIO2705 lasalle street314-776-2200www.bellifioristl.com

BUSE'S FLOWER & GIFT SHOP333 First capitol drive, st. charles636-724-0148www.busesflowershop.com

THE CRIMSON PETAL43 south old orchard Avenue314-578-5363www.thecrimsonpetal.net

LES BOUQUETS7905 big bend (dale entrance),webster Groves314-395-8335www.lesbouquets.com

SCHNUCKS FLORIST & GIFTS9220 shortline drive314-997-2444www.schnucksfloral.com

SISTERS FLORAL DESIGN STUDIO431 e. clinton Place, Kirkwood314-821-0076www.sistersflowers.net

WILDFLOWERS1013 ohio, st. louis314-772-9900www.wildflowersstl.com

FORMALWEARAlso see bridAl GowNs & sAloNs

SAVVI FORMALWEARAlton square mall, 618-465-1110chesterfield mall, 636-532-1800columbia mall, 573-445-6602mid rivers mall, 636-970-2281st. clair square, 618-632-8415saint louis Galleria, 314-727-0088south county center, 314-894-2991University city - the loop, 314-725-2150west county center, 314-821-0070white oak mall, 217-787-8150www.savviwedding.com

STALLONE’S FORMAL WEARsee locations below.chesterfield, 636-519-7111ladue, 314-997-8900maryland Heights, 314-576-5900sunset Hills, 314-729-0004o’Fallon, 636-272-4799www.stallonesformalwear.com

Essential Guide

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FOUNDATIONS & LINGERIE

ANN’S BRA AND LINGERIE SHOP13483 olive blvd., chesterfield314-878-4144974 Wentzville Pkwy., Wentzville 636-332-6700210 Hartman Lane, o'Fallon, IL 618-624-8010www.brashop.com

SUGAR MAGNOLIA33 North Gore Ave., Webster Groves314-395-9159www.sugar-magnolia.com

WACOALTaubman Prestige outlets - chesterfield17057 N. outer 40 Rd., ste. 145855-216-5446www.wacoal-america.com

GIFTS—ATTENDANT GIFTS,FAVORS, HOSPITALITY BAGSAND ACCESSORIESAlso see bRIdAL REGIsTRY, FLoRIsTs,JEWELERs and sTATIoNERs

THE DESIGNING BLOCK7735 clayton Road, clayton314-721-4224www.thedesigningblock.net

ENCHANTING EMBELLISHMENTS4732 mcPherson 314-361-5300www.enchantingembellishments.net

GIFTS636-458-2439www.giftsstlouis.com

INITIALS, INC314-614-1772www.myinitials-inc.com/14311

PLOWSHARING CRAFTS6271 delmar blvd, University city314-863-3723137 W. Jefferson Ave, Kirkwood314-909-9401224 N main st, Edwardsville, IL 618-692-6919www.plowsharing.org

POPTIONS! POPCORN1580 s. Lindbergh blvd.636-812-2385www.poptionspopcorn.com

WARSON WOODS ANTIQUE GALLERY10091 manchester Road314-909-0123www.missouriAntiquemalls.com

the ANNEX or Front Room

1415 South 18th • Historic Lafayette Square • Saint Louis, Missouri314 865-3522 www.sqwires.com

from the rstmoment

to thebig celebration

for yourengagement party

showerrehearsal dinner

weddingreception

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GOWN PRESERVATION

WEST OAK CLEANERS14838 clayton rd636-394-274311471 olive blvd.314-567-41801736 clarkson road, chesterfield 636-537-325012 Four seasons shopping, chesterfield314-275-20092470 taylor road, Grover, mo636-405-0808www.westoakcleaners.com

HONEYMOONS

AMAZING ADVENTURES TRAVEL636-492-1612www.amazingadventurestravel.com

GO TRAVEL STL636.458.8844www.gotravelstl.com

JANE ALEXANDRA CONCIERGE TRAVEL314-915-0478800-792-0478www.janealexandratravel.com

TRAVEL HAUS OF ST. LOUIS11229 concord Village Ave314-842-6000 www.travelhausstlouis.com

INVITATIONS/STATIONERS

M. HALEY DESIGN636-352-2102www.mhaleydesign.com

PAPER PATCH12009 manchester road314.821.6561www.paperpatchinvitesyou.com

THE SERVICE BUREAU9973 clayton road314.991.1104www.stlservicebureau.org

JEWELRYAlso see GiFts

ADAM FOSTER FINE ART JEWELRY9 North central, clayton314-771-3390www.fosterjewelry.com

CURT PARKER JEWELERS10192 conway road, ladue314-989-9909www.curtparker.com

Essential Guide

636-733-9100 | www.TheWildwoodHotel.com

The Wildwood

Hotel

Ceremonies • Receptions • Rehearsal Dinners Farewell Breakfasts • Accommodations

M U S I C F O R Y O U R F E E T !

[email protected]

720.937.5185

D I A M O N D E M P I R E B A N D . C O M

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GENOVESE JEWELERS12460 olive boulevard314-878-6203www.genovesejewelers.com

RACHEL’S DESIGN9495 olive314-991-0994www.rachelsdesign.com

THE SILVER LADY4736 mcPherson Avenue314-367-75876364 delmar blvd.314-727-0704www.thesilver-lady.com

SUTTON LASATER JEWELRY314-308-5592www.suttonlasater.com

TIMEKEEPERS17 N. meramec, clayton314-721-45489495 olive, olivette 314-991-0994www.timekeepersstl.comwww.timekeepersclayton.com

LIGHTING & DÉCOR

ALLEGRO ENTERTAINMENT505 West clark street636-493-6004www.allegrostl.com

ALOBAR’S INC716 Hanley Industrial court314-781-7600www.alobars.com

COMPLETE WEDDINGS + EVENTSWE DO PHOTOGRAPHY, VIDEO, PHOTO BOOTH & LIGHTING314-991-5656 www.completestLouis.com

EXCLUSIVE EVENTS 13633 Lakefront drive314-995-7282www.exclusiveeventsinc.com

MILLENNIUM PRODUCTIONS1334 strassner drive, brentwood314-918-9335www.millenniumproductions.com

TABLE TEN DESIGNS2705 Lasalle street314-776-2200www.tableteneventdesign.com

Book Your Next Event at The Sheldon

3648 Washington Boulevard | St. Louis, MO | 63108 | TheSheldon.org

lBanquet Rooms

lConcert Hall

lArt Galleries

lPersonalized Catering Service, Open to Outside Caterers

lVariety of Spaces for 50-500 Guests

lParking Available with Attendant

lFully Accessible

Call The Sheldon at 314.533.9900 or visit TheSheldon.org

314-638-8717www.strikeaposestl.com

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MOTHER OF THE BRIDE/SPECIAL OCCASIONAlso see bridAl GowNs

BERRYBRIDGE9904 clayton road, suite A - ladue314-997-1439www.berrybridgebridal.com

CLARICE'S BRIDAL5417 south lindbergh www.claricesbridal.com

FREW'S BRIDAL 305 Piasa street - Alton, il 618-466-8820www.frewsbridal.com

MIA GRACE BRIDAL108 chesterfield towne center, chesterfield636-778-3433www.miagracebridal.com

NEIMAN MARCUSPlaza Frontenac314-567-9811

SAKS FIFTH AVENUEPlaza Frontenac314-567-9200

SIMPLY ELEGANT BRIDAL1004 olive street, downtown314-241-8201www.simplyelegantbridalstl.com

SIMPLY YOURS BRIDAL14336 manchester road314-650-6191www.simplyyoursbridal.com

TOWN & COUNTRY BRIDALBOUTIQUE8809 ladue road314-863-7200www.townandcountrybride.com

THE VAULT2325 s. brentwood blvd.314-736-6511www.womensclosetexchange.net

WOMEN’S CLOSET EXCHANGE11575 Gravois road314-842-8405www.womensclosetexchange.net

MUSIC & ENTERTAINMENT

ALLEGRO ENTERTAINMENT505 west clark street636-493-6004www.allegrostl.com

Essential Guide

Appointments Preferred9773 Clayton Road 314-991-1104 • www.stlservicebureau.org

Invitations, Stationery, Gifts, Picture Frames, Wedding Organizers, Attendants Gifts and More

Your Premier Wedding Source

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BELLA NOCHE ENSEMBLES618-973-2786www.bella-noche.com

COMPLETE WEDDINGS + EVENTSWE DO PHOTOGRAPHY, VIDEO, PHOTO BOOTH & LIGHTING314-991-5656www.completestLouis.com

DIAMOND EMPIRE BAND720-937-5185www.diamondempireband.com

MANHASSET STRINGS636-537-0405www.manhassetstrings.com


MUSIC BOX BAND314-239-8032www.musicboxtheband.com

ROCKSTAR DJ'S314-518-2407www.rockstardjs.com

THE ROSEWOOD ENSEMBLE314-609-0702www.rosewood-ensemble.com

THE SPECTRUM BAND314-434-7153 www.spectrumband.net

STEEL DRUM FLAVOR314-485-9541www.steeldrumflavor.com

TKO DJ’S314.647.3000www.tko-djs.com

OFFICIANTS

CAROLYN BURKE - WEDDING LIASION314-821-4844www.weddingliaison.com

REV. SARK ELKING314-472-5017www.stlouisweddingchapel.com

RUTH ELLEN HASSER314-322-0906www.ruthellenhasser.com

STL WEDDING CELEBRANT - AMANDA CHASNOFF314-605-7804www.stlweddingcelebrant.com

314-894-0900 • [email protected]

South St. Louis Location3055 Lemay Ferry Road

St. Louis, MO 63125-3923

Kirkwood Location210 North Kirkwood RoadSt. Louis, MO 63122-4301

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ONLINE PLANNING

HERMANN WEDDING TRAIL800-453-3174www.hermannweddings.com

HISTORIC ST. CHARLES636-946-7776www.historicstcharles.com

SAINT LOUIS BRIDE MAGAZINEwww.bridestl.com

PHOTOBOOTHS

2 CHICS & A PHOTOBOOTH 16655 old chesterfield rd., suite 5, chesterfield 314-614-1217www.2chicsphotobooth.com

A2Z SELFIE COMPANY 16105 swingley ridge rd. Unit 606 636-284-8282www.a2zselfiecompany.com

COMPLETE WEDDINGS + EVENTSWE DO PHOTOGRAPHY, VIDEO, PHOTO BOOTH & LIGHTING314-991-5656 www.completestlouis.com

FISH EYE FUN314-621-8638www.fisheyefun.com

KP PHOTO BOOTH314-324-3385www.kpphotobooth.com

MIDWEST SELFIE BOOTH314-402-1012www.midwestselfiebooth.com


STRIKE A POSE PHOTOGRAPHY314-638-8717www.strikeaposestl.com

TAPSNAP314-932-2700618-708-3200www.tapsnap1151.com

Essential Guide

Wedding Planning & Designflourishstl.com - 314.803.8134

Photography by Elisa Petersen Photography

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PHOTOGRAPHERS

ABBIE TAKES PICTURES314-616-2794www.AbbieTakesPictures.com

BLISS ELEVEN STUDIO3237 Rue Royal street, st. charles636-875-0229www.blisseleven.com


HEROIC PHOTOGRAPHY1006 olive st, suite 403314-643-7642www.heroicphotography.com

JOEL MARION PHOTOGRAPHY636-861-2400www.joelmarionphoto.com

KELLY PARK PHOTOGRAPHY314-570-7413www.kellyparkphotography.com

L PHOTOGRAPHIE314-265-3786www.lphotographie.com

MEMORIES ARE FOREVER314-878-5657www.memoriesareforever.com

MEYEROTT PHOTOGRAPHY & CINEMA314-348-1929www.meyerottphotography.com

PATRICK POPE PHOTOGRAPHY636-345-1948www.patrickpopephotography.com

SA I NT LOUI S BR I DE

Quick Tip:

SELECTING YOUR PHOTOGRAPHER

most photographers have websites.

This is a great way for you to

preview their work and get a

glimpse of their overall style before

you set an appointment to meet

them and see their portfolio.SARAH’S CAKE SHOP • 10 CLARKSON WILSON CENTRE CHESTERFIELD, MO 63017 • 314-750-8334

[email protected] • www.sarahscakeshopstl.com

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Styled by Lacy Branch Events

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RACHEL MYERS PHOTOGRAPHY314-799-1615www.rachelmyersphotography.com


WHITE KLUMP PHOTOGRAPHY132 west monroe314-471-8027www.whiteklumpphotography.com

PLANNERS & CONSULTANTS

ALRED WEDDINGS - PLANNING & DESIGN636-922-4778www.alredweddings.com

BEFORE I DO314-640-2123www.beforeidostl.com

BRIDE’S VISION WEDDINGS AND EVENTS314-580-2381www.bridesvision.com

CAROLYN BURKE – WEDDING LIAISON314-821-4844www.weddingliaison.com COSMOPOLITAN EVENTS314-249-9107 www.cosmopolitanevents.com

FLOURISH EVENTS & CONCIERGE314-803-8134www.flourishstl.com

KATE & COMPANY314-909-9996www.kateandcollc.com

SIGNED SEALED DELIVERED EVENTS618-558-6036www.signedsealeddeliveredevents.com

SIMCHA’S EVENTS314-458-5463www.simchasevents.com

STYLE: ALTAR'D 314-852-1630www.stylealtard.com

STYLE COUTURE EVENTS 314-479-3204www.stylecoutureevents.com

WEDDINGS BY RENEE314-616-4600www.stlweddingsbyrenee.com

RECEPTION SITESsee recePtioN site listiNGs on Page 210.

Essential Guide

Rehearsal Dinners • Catering

Catering inquiries: [email protected], 314.942.7406

Rehearsal Dinner inquiries: [email protected], 855.BCELTIC (multiple Metro Area locations)

www.llywelynspub.com

Now Bringing the Celtic

Good Times to You

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REGISTRY

CRATE AND BARREL1 The boulevard 314-725-6380www.crateandbarrel.com

MACY’Sstore locations below.1-800-835-9716Alton, 618-463-4100chesterfield, 636-532-3800Galleria, 314-726-1810midRivers, 636-278-6660south county, 314-892-0110st. clair square, 618-624-2000West county center, 314-966-0017www.macys.com/locator

POTTERY BARNPlaza Frontenac314-996-2630 www.potterybarn.com

WILLIAMS SONOMAPlaza Frontenac 314-567-9211 www.williams-sonoma.com

REHEARSAL DINNERS,SHOWERS & BRUNCHES Also see REcEPTIoN sITE GRId on Page 210 and cATERERs beginning on page 224.

AERIE’S TERRACE & LODGING800 Timber Ridge dr., Grafton, IL 618-786-8439www.aerieswinery.com

ANTHONINO'S TAVERNA 2225 macklind Avenue - The Hill314-773-4455www.anthoninos.com

ARE YOU REGISTERED?

As soon as you've set the wedding

date, you can begin your bridal

registry—experts recommend start-

ing four to six months before the

wedding. start by taking an inven-

tory of what you already have, then

create a wish-list of what you need

and want. make an appointment

with a bridal registry consultant at a

major department store or specialty

shop that carries the items on your

list. choose items in a variety of

price ranges so your guests can

shop within their means.

7815 Watson Road, St. Louis, MO 63119

(314) 961-7160www.lubeleysbakery.com

Lubeley’s Bakery and Deli, Inc.

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BALLPARK VILLAGE - BUDWEISER BREWHOUSE601 clark street314-241-5595www.stlballparkvillage.com

THE BARN1015 s. sappington road314-966-8387www.crestwoodbarn.com

BARNETT ON WASHINGTON3207 washington Avenue844-Go-bArNettwww.butlerspantry.com

BIXBY’S AT THE MISSOURIHISTORY MUSEUMForest Park314-454-3151www.butlerspantry.com

BOATHOUSE – FOREST PARK6101 Government drive314-367-2224www.boathouseforestpark.com

CAFÉ EAU AT THE CHASE PARK PLAZA212 N. Kingshighway, centralwest end314-454-9000www.chaseparkplaza.com

CARDINALS NATION601 clark street - ballpark Village 314-345-9880www.cardinalsnation.com

CARDINALS SPECIAL EVENTS 700 clark street - busch stadium 314-345-9630www.cardinals.com/events

CHANDLER HILL VINEYARDS596 defiance road636-798-2675www.chandlerhillvineyards.com

CHARLIE GITTO’S “ON THE HILL”5226 shaw Ave.314-772-8898www.charliegittos.com

CITY COTTAGE ON CHOUTEAU3800 chouteau Avenue314-961-7588www.cateringstlouis.com

CYRANO’S CAFÉ603 e. lockwood Ave. webster Grooves314-963-3232www.cyranos.com

FAROTTO'S ITALIAN RESTAURANT9525 manchester road314-962-0048www.farottos.com

Gorgeous wide open country charm, right next to the city.....We o er amazing landscapes, a quaint farm, world famous sunken rock garden,

incomparable scenic vista at e Con uence, secluded privacy, professional event design services and the unprecedented exibility you won’t nd anywhere else.

Your one-of-a-kind wedding deserves an iconic space. Come see why....

www.kuhsfarm.com | 314.226.0709

InvitationsShower & Luncheon

Save the Date

Place CardsThank You NotesMenus & more!

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Something for every bride

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FLAMINGO BOWL1117 Washington Avenue314-436-6666www.flamingobowl.com

FLEMING'S STEAKHOUSE & WINE BAR1855 s. Lindbergh blvd.314-567-7610www.flemingssteakhouse.com

FOREST HILLS COUNTRY CLUB36 Forest club drive, chesterfield 636-227-5030www.foresthillscc.net

GAMLIN WHISKEY HOUSE236 N. Euclid Avenue314-875-9500www.gamlinwhiskeyhouse.com

THE GATEWAY ARCH RIVERBOAT CRUISESdowntown Riverfront 314-923-3047www.gatewayarch.com

GRBIC RESTAURANT & EVENT SPACE40th Keokuk street314-772-3100www.grbicrestaurant.com

GUIDO’S5046 shaw Ave., The Hill314-771-4900www.guidosstl.com

HARD ROCK CAFÉ 1820 market street, ste 450314-621-7625www.hardrock.com/cafés/st-louis

HERBIE'S VINTAGE 72314-769-9595www.herbies.com

SA I NT LOUI S BR I DE

Quick Tip:

REHEARSAL DINNER INVITES

The rehearsal dinner invitations

should go out about one month in

advance of the wedding, but make

sure the wedding invitations

have been sent first.

Catering962-4155 | www.farottoscatering.com

Longview in Town and Country, e Lodge, e axton, e Magic House,

e Edge and more.

9525 Manchester Road, St. Louis, MO 63119314.962.0048 | www.farottos.com

Rehearsal Dinners

& Showersat our restaurant location!

Whether an intimate

gathering, extravagant

celebration, traditional

elegance or cocktail quirky,

our wedding services are

designed with you in mind.

Our experienced event

staff will ensure that your

wedding is magical from

start to finish.

FAIRYTALEWEDDINGREAL WORLDCONVENIENCE

Fairview Heights618 345 2800fourpointstlouis.com

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HOLIDAY INN ROUTE 6610709 watson road314-821-6600www.hiroute66.com

THE INNS AT ST. ALBANS3519 st. Albans road, st. Albans, mo636-458-0131 www.innsatstalbans.com

J MCARTHUR'S 3500 watson road314-353-9463www.jmcarthurs.com

KEMOLL’S TOP OF THE METone metropolitan Plaza314-421-0555www.kemolls.com

THE KITCHEN SINK6th & lucas - downtown 314-241-5454255 Union boulevard 314-454-1551www.letseat.at/thekitchensink

LEMP MANSION 3322 demenil Place 314-664-8024www.lempmansion.com

LLYWELYN'S PUBmultiple locations 855-bcelticwww.llywelynspub.com

THE LODGE AT GRANT’S TRAIL BY ORLANDOS4398 Hoffmeister314-638-3340 www.lodgeatgrantstrail.com

LUCAS PARK GRILLE & MARKET1234 washington Avenue, 63103314-241-7770www.lucasparkgrille.com

MAMA’S ON THE HILL 2132 edwards314-776-3100www.mamasonthehill.com

MOULIN EVENTS 2017 chouteau Avenue 314-241-4949www.moulinevents.com

OLD HICKORY GOLF CLUB1 dye club drive, st. Peters636-477-8960www.oldhickorygc.com

Essential Guide

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OLIVA ON THE HILL4915 daggett street314-961-7588www.cateringstlouis.com

THE RESERVE AT AUGUSTA170 church Road, Augusta, mo 314-440-3601www.thereserveataugusta.com

RIGAZZI’S4945 daggett, The Hill314-772-4900 www.rigazzis.com

RUTH’S CHRIS STEAK HOUSEbrentwood & Forsyth – clayton 314-783-9900Hyatt Riverfront Hotel - downtown314-259-3200www.ruthschrisstlouis.com

SEVEN GABLES INN26 North meramec Ave. - clayton 314-863-8400www.sevengablesinn.com

SPAZIO WESTPORT12031 Lackland Road314-576-0400www.spaziowestport.com

SUB ZERO VODKA BAR308 N. Euclid Avenue314-367-1200www.subzerovodkabar.com

TBR PRIME STEAK MARKET (FORMERLY THE BRASS RAIL)4601 Highway K - o'Fallon 636-329-1349www.thebrassrail1.com

UPSTAIRS AT THE CHESHIRE6300 clayton Road314-932-7818www.upstairs-stl.com

WEBER GRILL RESTAURANT & ACADEMY1147 st. Louis Galleria314-930-3840www.webergrillrestaurant.com

WHEELHOUSE 1000 spruce street - downtown314-833-365315 N. central Ave - clayton 314-726-7955www.wheelhousestl.com

3300 Watson Road | St. Louis, MO 63139 | 314.781.1717W W W . S T L O U I S F L O R I S T . C O M

Floral designs blooming with perfection.

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RENTALS

ALOBAR’S INC716 Hanley industrial court314-781-7600www.alobars.com

EXCLUSIVE EVENTS 13633 lakefront drive314-995-7282www.exclusiveeventsinc.com

GRAND RENTAL STATION570 rudder rd., Fenton636-343-PArtY (7278) www.grandrental-stl.com

MILLENNIUM PRODUCTIONS1334 strassner drive, brentwood314-918-9335www.millennium-productions.com

SITTING PRETTY3252 laclede station road314-781-1400 www.imsittingpretty.com

TABLE TEN DESIGNS2705 lasalle street314-776-2200

WEINHARDT PARTY RENTALS11601 manchester rd., desPeres5901 elizabeth Ave., st. louis314-822-9000www.weinhardtpartyrentals.com

SPECIAL TOUCHES

ALOBAR’S INC.716 Hanley industrial court314-781-7600www.alobars.com

EXCLUSIVE EVENTS 13633 lakefront drive314-995-7282www.exclusiveeventsinc.com

POPTIONS! POPCORN1580 s. lindbergh blvd.636-812-2385www.poptionspopcorn.com

TRANSPORTATION

ALL ABOUT YOU LIMOS314-631-0747www.aaylimos.com

BEST TRANSPORTATION 8531 Page Avenue, suite 160314-989-1500www.besttransportation.com

REHEARSAL DINNERS • CATERING

4601 State Hwy K, OFallon, MO 63368 | 636.329.1349WWW.BRASSRAIL1.COM

Four Event Spaces (indoor & outdoor)

Hand-Craft ed Food Beautiful Décor Authentic Service

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JED LIMOUSINE11100 Linpage Place314-429-2200www.jedlimousine.com

MID-AMERICAN COACHES866.944.8687www.mid-americancoaches.net

PRESIDENTIAL LIMOUSINES636.451.3600www.prezlimos.com

SAINT LOUIS CARRIAGE & TROLLEY TOURSst. Louis carriage 314-621-3334st. Louis Trolley 314-241-1400www.stlouiscarriagecompany.com

VIDEOGRAPHERS


MILLENNIUM VIDEO1334 strassner drive, brentwood314-918-9335www.millenniumproductions.com

MEYEROTT PHOTOGRAPHY & CINEMA314-348-1929www.meyerottphotography.com


TOWER STUDIOS1405 Jungermann #d - st. Peters636-448-9131www.towervideophoto.com

WESTVIEW MEDIA149 N. meramec, clayton314-726-6222www.westviewmedia.com

GIFT SUGGESTIONS Handwritten note bottle of water Itinerary snacks Gum mints map Where magazine Lip balm Anything local, such as food or souvenirs

Weddings Rehearsal Dinners

ShowersLuxury Overnight Accommodations

3 1 4 . 4 4 0 . 3 6 0 1 | t h e r e s e r v e a t a u g u s t a . c o m

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Style That Perfect Something

Visit www.bridestl.com for more information

— A SPECIAL ADVERTISING SECTION —

Rhema Image Artistry

Bridal Makeup Services Natural. Beautiful. You.

[email protected] • www.image-artist.net

Bella Noche Ensembles

Weddings, Banquets, Anniversaries, and Birthdays. From Renaissance

to today’s rock music. 18 years experience experience entertaining

St. Louis and Metro East audiences. Duets to chamber ensembles

available. Whatever your day, we make it beautiful, memorable, fun,

and affordable.

618-973-2786www.bella-noche.com

Bella Bridesmaids, St. Louis 13428 Clayton RoadSt. Louis, MO 63131

314.205.1191 [email protected]

Cold Stone Creamery and

Rocky Mountain Chocolate FactoryTreat your guests to the Ultimate Ice Cream Experience with catering from Cold Stone Creamery. We offer our super premium ice cream in custom designed wedding cakes or cupcakes, sundae bars, or the full service Cold

Stone experience - the portable stone. Indulge your guest’s sweet tooth with

favors from Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory. Choose from 15 varieties of caramel apples, chocolate dipped

strawberries, Oreos, graham crackers or truffles. With our two great brands, the

possibilities are endless!!

Contact us for availability or to set up a complimentary tasting at (618) 567-6000

[email protected]

Klondike Park Meeting Facility Nestled in Missouri’s wine county near

Defiance, MO, this modern smoke-free facility provides a perfect setting for your formal or informal wedding,

rehearsal dinner or shower.

The Old Peace Chapel Located on the property of the Historic

Daniel Boone Home at Lindenwood Park, this charming historic 1800’s

chapel offers the prefect ambience for any wedding ceremony, vow renewal, or

baptism. Other options available.

Quail Ridge Lodge, This smoke-free rustic cedar lodge banquet facility and gazebo near

Wentzville is a popular destination for couples to tie the knot.

Rental Fees Start at $500

636-949-7535 | www.stccparks.org

Klondike Park Meeting FacilityNestled in Missouri’s wine county near Defiance,

MO, this modern smoke-free facility provides a perfect setting for your formal or informal

wedding, rehearsal dinner or shower.

The Old Peace Chapel Located on the property of the Historic Daniel

Boone Home at Lindenwood Park, this charming historic 1800’s chapel offers the prefect ambience

for any wedding ceremony, vow renewal, or baptism. Other options available.

Quail Ridge Lodge, This smoke-free rustic cedar lodge banquet

facility and gazebo near Wentzville is a popular destination for couples to tie the knot.



Klondike Park Meeting Facility Nestled in Missouri’s wine county near

Defiance, MO, this modern smoke-free facility provides a perfect setting for your formal or informal wedding,

rehearsal dinner or shower.

The Old Peace Chapel Located on the property of the Historic

Daniel Boone Home at Lindenwood Park, this charming historic 1800’s

chapel offers the prefect ambience for any wedding ceremony, vow renewal, or

baptism. Other options available.

Quail Ridge Lodge, This smoke-free rustic cedar lodge banquet facility and gazebo near

Wentzville is a popular destination for couples to tie the knot.



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It’s Easy as PieDistinctive, Memorable, Delicious ….It’s Easy as Pie

Weddings, luncheons, showers, brunch and other gatherings are occasions for

exceptional pie. We specialize in made-to order, custom designed, sweet & savories. The “first dessert” you serve on your wedding day should be an exquisite reflection

of your style and personality. It’s Easy as Pie’s professional custom artistry offers unique flavor, size & presentation options for your very special event.

www.itseasyaspie.com | 314-282-5861 | [email protected]

Jewelsphotography.com Jewelsphotography.com

Bobbi Brinkman Photography

www.kellyparkphotography.com314.570.7413

Plowsharing CraftsCarrying a wide variety of fairly-traded items from all around the world.

Favors – Wedding Party Gifts - Table Décor – New Home Accents -Fun & Functional, Ethical and Eclectic!

University City Loop, 6271 Delmar Blvd. | 314-863-3723Downtown Kirkwood, 137 W. Jefferson Ave. | 314-909-9401

Main Street Edwardsville, 224 N Main St. | 618-692-6919www.plowsharing.org

TapSnap Captures Moments of Fun and Provides Truly Unique Keepsakes TapSnap gives your wedding guests unforgettable moments. It inspires laughter and provides an exciting alternative to the dance floor. And, ultimately, it brings

your guests closer together as they pose for photos with relatives and friends. TapSnap is so much more than a photo booth, it’s an experience to remember.

Invite TapSnap to your wedding, and see what a difference it makes.

http://bit.ly/tapsnap-weddings | [email protected] | 314.932.2700facebook.com/tapsnap1151

St. Louis’ preferred transportation provider for nearly 50 years 314.429.2200 | www.jedlimousine.com | www.countryclublimousine.com

Whether it’s a simple shower, an elegant bridal lunch or a hip & fun engagement party, we’ve got catering

options to fit any size crowd or budget.

• Hot Breakfast Trays• Morning Pastry Trays• Sandwich Trays • Salads by the Bowl• Breads & Spreads Trays• Tea Time Trays• Sack Lunches

Call Siena at 314.537.2285 or visit CompanionBaking.com

9781 Clayton Rd.Ladue, MO 63124

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Diamond halos for pendants, rings and earrings. Handmade by Curt Parker for your angel’s gemstone, diamond or a hand selected piece from our store.

10192 Conway Road | 314.989.9909www.curtparker.com

Warson Woods Antique Gallery

Shop for everything to make your reception décor unique or find the perfect items to make your new home together special. Warson Woods Antique Gallery

has offerings from 150 dealers including fine antiques, vintage, European & American furniture, dishware and accessories. Open daily 10am-6pm.

10091 Manchester Road • 314-909-0123 • www.MissouriAntiqueMalls.com

Whatever Style or theme, we’ll make your special day a WEDDING to Remember.

St. Louis Trolley & Carriage co. has a large selection of wedding carriages sizes, styles and colors and 10 trolleys to choose from.

314.621.3334 • 314-241-1400

www.stlouiscarriagecompany.com

TimekeepersSpecializing in the Repair, Restoration, Purchase & Sales Of Timepieces, Music Boxes & Jewelry, as well as custom Jewelry Designing & Hand Engraving. We

provide unique Estate Jewelry & Timepieces for your Bridesmaids & Groomsmen, as well as that Special Something for your Special Someone.

The Estate Jewelry Experts 17N. Meramec - Clayton

(314) 721-4548www.Timekeepersclayton.com

9495 Olive, Ste. C - Olivette (314) 991-0994

www.TimekeepersSTL.com

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Westview MediaWestview Media wants your final wedding video to look like a produced movie. We use the same equipment that a filmmaker uses. This cherished video is for

you and your loved ones to watch time and time again, for many years to come.

149 North Meramec Ave., Clayton, MO 63105314-726-6222

www.westviewmedia.com

Nothing Bundt Cakes

We know you’ve got a lot to

celebrate. Love is patient, love is kind, Love is divine --- and your

Wedding Day should be the same. Say “I do” to a Sweet Beginning.

Serving the St. Louis Area www.nothingbundtcakes.com

A2Z Selfie Company

Do you want your guests to have an amazing time? A2Z Selfie Company is exactly what you are looking for! We provide an open-air, state-of-theart,

booth-less, photo booth experience! We can help make your wedding, rehearsal dinner, shower, or bachelorette party a hit, with photo memories that will last

a lifetime! Book today!

636-284-8282www.A2Zselfiecompany.coma2zselfiecompany@gmail.comFind us on Facebook, Twitter,Instagram, and Google Plus

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Rehearsals, Brunches & Showers

A Special Advertising Section Visit www.bridestl.com for more information

Forest Hills Country Club

Start your wedding weekend off with an intimate rehearsal dinner at Forest

Hills.Located in West County, we offer a unique and picturesque venue

that will not disappoint. Chef Lute and his creative culinary team will

dazzle your taste buds with delicious cuisine while our professional service

staff focuses on the comfort and enjoyment of each of your guests. Let us create an evening of love,

laughter and fun, all while enjoying stunning views, and phenomenal

service.

36 Forest Club DriveChesterfield, MO 63305

www.foresthillscc.net

Cardinals Special EventsAt Cardinals Special Events, we know that practice makes perfect!

So, when planning your rehearsal dinner, let us help turn your experience into a once-in-a-lifetime celebration for everyone involved.

Our field and 17 distinct venues offer a variety of elegant settings, gourmet dining and panoramic views that can’t be found anywhere else in the city.

Undeniably St. Louis. Absolutely unforgettable. Reserve your date today.

Visit Cardinals.com/events | 314-345-9630

Mama’s on the Hill“ON THE HILL”

Let Mamas host your SPECIAL event from the shower, rehearsal, or even reception! Mamas banquet facility can accommodate up to 100 guests providing

them with a private bar, restroom, and entrance. Mamas will also cater a destination location for any size group. Looking for something unique, let us do a CULINARY CLASS or WINE DINNER for your event. Always something fun,

fresh and exciting happening at Mamas!

2132 Edwards “On The Hill” • 314-776-3100 • www.mamasonthehill.com

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The Kitchen Sink

This New Orleans inspired restaurant featuring St. Louis style Cajun Creole food, has the best southern food around! Menu items include; The Kitchen

Sink, Jambalaya, Seafood Gumbo and several others! We have two locations: The Central West End and one block of The Edward Jones Dome. Perfect locations

for shower, rehearsal dinner, bachelor/bachelorette parties!

Downtown | Corner of 6th & Lucas | 314.241.5454255 Union Boulevard | St. Louis, MO 63108 | 314.454.1551

www.letseat.at/thekitchensink

Anthonino’s Tavernaon the hill

Enjoy our private dining room to meet your event needs. Conveniently located on “The Hill”, we offer multiple menus and options. Let our experienced staff

at Anthonino’s Taverna help you plan a fabulous event. Contact Anthony at [email protected]

• Rehearsal Dinners • Showers • Special Events • Delivery • Catering

2225 Macklind Ave. | St. Louis, Mo 63110 | 314-773-4455 | anthoninos.com

Hyatt Regency St. Louis at The Arch

Hyatt is an ideal venue for all your wedding related events. Book your wedding reception with us and take 10% off your bridal shower, rehearsal dinner or brunch. Let us host your personalized bridal shower to kick off your wedding festivities. Entertain your closest friends and family in one of our private event spaces or Red Kitchen & Bar for your rehearsal dinner. The perfect ending to the perfect weekend is brunch at Hyatt. We’ll help you customize menus for each event so you can concentrate on

preparing for your big day. Contact our Events Department at 314.342.4655.315 Chestnut Street, St. Louis, MO 63102 • stlouisarch.regency.hyatt.com

J Mcarthur’s An American KitchenAt J McArthur’s, we help brides throw hassle-free showers and rehearsal dinners

to delight guests. Regardless of size or menu, we deliver the perfect event to meet your needs in a warm and inviting dining room or on our covered patio. If it’s a few or a crowd…a hot or a cold menu…a buffet or sit-down meal…we offer

exceptional food, top-notch service, free party space and no clean-up fee.

3500 Watson Road, St. Louis, MO 63119 | 314-353-9463 | jmcarthurs.com

The BarnYou’ll be asking yourself, “How did I NOT know about The Barn before now?” Located on the grounds of The Thomas Sappington House in Crestwood, we

are a boutique caterer specializing in intimate gatherings-PERFECT for rehearsal dinners and showers. From BBQ to 5 course meals in a quaint, charming “get

away from it all” atmosphere. You’ll be so glad you found this hidden gem! 1015 S. Sappington Road • 314-966-8387 • www.crestwoodbarn.com

Fleming’s Prime Steakhouse & Wine Bar

Our promise at Fleming’s is to make your Rehearsal Dinner a celebration with world-class food, wine and personalized service. Each room can be con-figured for your specific needs including custom linens, flowers, music and audio visual. Our rooms are perfect for groups of 10-80. For more informa-

tion please contact our Private Dining Director, Jamie Windhorst [email protected] or 314-917-1196.

1855 South Lindbergh Boulevard | St. Louis, MO 63131www.FlemingsSteakhouse.com/StLouis

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Hilton St. Louis Frontenac

True to the French influence of the suburb it calls home, the Hilton

St. Louis Frontenac is a destination synonymous with elegance and comfort where professional staff awaits dedicated to making every

event memorable.

The Ambassadeur & Clayton Ballrooms will accommodate groups

from 25-600 guests and our 263 beautifully appointed guest rooms

offer comfort and style in one of Saint Louis’ most prestigious communities.

1335 South Lindbergh Blvd.St. Louis, MO 63131

314.993.1100www.stlouisfrontenac.hilton.com

Herbie’s Vintage ’72A relaxed elegance awaits you and your guests. We believe in solving problems, not being one. And our years of on- and off-site catering experience means we will look after every detail so that you can focus on what’s important: your friends and your

family. (The mother of the groom deserves to have fun at the rehearsal dinner, too.) Make an appointment to see our memorable private dining spaces and delicious,

innovative menus.

314-769-9595 | www.herbies.com

Guido’sLocated in the heart of The Hill Guido’s Pizzeria and Tapas offers a banquet room for your private event. Our banquet room can

accomidate up to 50 guests. We offer a beautiful setting including hardwood floors and a beautiful fire place. With such a diverse menu Guido’s is sure to have a

package to please everyone. Open 7 days a week

guidosstl.com 5046 Shaw

314-771-4900

Holiday Inn SW – Route 66

Your Dream Wedding - Within Reach -With over 18,000 square feet of newly renovated banquet facilities, the Holiday

Inn SW - Route 66 awaits transformation into the reception venue you have always dreamed. Our magnificient space, exceptional culinary team and our

uncompromising level of service will create an event that you and your guests will never forget. Explore us online at www.hiroute66.com/weddings where you can

view our reception packages or submit an inquiry.10709 Watson Road • 314-821-6600 • www.hiroute66.com

Gateway Arch Riverboats

It’s all about the memories, and what could be more unique and memorable than a cruise on the Mississippi with the impressive St. Louis skyline and magnificent

Gateway Arch as your backdrop. Whether for a rehearsal dinner, wedding ceremony or reception – from simple to elaborate – the Gateway Arch Riverboats

offer a perfect venue for your celebration. The Gateway Arch Riverboats accommodate from 50 to 200 guests and offer package and customizable options.

50 S. Leonor K. Sullivan Blvd. • 314-923-3047 • www.gatewayarch.com

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Budweiser Brew HousePerfect for the Bride, Groom, Cardinals’ Fan and Beer Lover, the Budweiser Brew House is a three-level, 26,000-square-foot restaurant and entertainment venue that offers an unparalleled beer and dining experience. Celebrate your special evening

with a casual outdoor beer garden party, or in our sophisticated 1876 Room with an interior inspired by Anheuser-Busch and Budweiser’s rich heritage and commitment to quality, or even the rooftop deck with that puts St. Louis Cardinals fans within

reach of baseball heaven.

601 Clark Avenue | St. Louis, MO 63102 | [email protected] | www.stlballparkvillage.com

Seven T FarmsLocated in Sullivan, Seven T Farms is an extraordinary event space specializing

in the details for your ceremony, reception, rehearsal, brunch or shower. We can accomodate up to 350 seated guests for your special event! For a smaller gathering we

have a more intimate room that can seat up to 80. Your guests will love enjoying a cocktail at our indoor/outdoor bar and patio!

314-235-9734 | [email protected] | www.seventfarms.com

Kemoll’s Restaurant

Kemoll’s Restaurant has been delighting St. Louis since 1927

with their delicious flavor and top notch service. Make your rehearsal

dinner stress free from the 40th floor of the Met Building. The spectacular views and the award

winning food will be sure to leave a lasting impression on you and your guests. Dinner or cocktail and appetizer packages include

everything— gratuity, white linens, candles and enclosed garage parking

in the Met Square building. We look forward to serving you.

Kemoll’s Restaurant Top of the Met314-421-0555 Kemolls.com

Lemp MansionOne of the most historic locations for weddings & rehearsals in St. Louis,

with four distinct venues, you will find a space that will fit a group of any size. An intimate location can be found in

the Lemp’s Parlor, Atrium and Brewery Office. If a garden setting is preferred

the Garden Patio and Gazebo offer an al fresco dining experience. Larger groups can enjoy Lemp’s Grand Hall. We go

to great lengths to make certain we deliver everything couples expect. Our

staff has over 35 years of experience and know what is necessary to make every event one to be remembered. Catering

packages include preset options or custom menus can be developed. Make your event one to remember with the

Lemp Mansion.

3322 DeMenil Place | St. Louis, MO 314.664.8024

www.LempMansion.com

Event space available at both locations.

Clayton | 15 N. Central 314726-7955 | [email protected]

Downtown | 1000 Spruce St.314-833-3653 | [email protected]

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Cyrano’s CaféOur private room is a beautiful and unique space for your rehearsal dinner! With our bright colors and eclectic interior design, we offer something you can’t find in traditional banquet rooms. We can accommodate up to 40 people for a sit down

dinner, and up to 60 people for a buffet or cocktail party. Cyrano’s offers a flexible and varied menu, along with our award-wining desserts! Located in beautiful Webster

Groves, we are centrally located and close to major highways. Our room is also perfect for bridal showers, bridesmaid luncheons and bachelorette parties!

For more information, please contact Melissa Downs 314-963-3232603 E. Lockwood Ave, Webster Groves, MO 63119 | www.cyranos.com

Located in the Heart of Midtown, Barnett On Washington is an extraordinary event venue that specializes in providing a rich, vibrant experience for all of our guests and a

stress-free event for all of our clients. Our elegant, inviting atmosphere is perfect to host your ceremony, wedding reception, rehearsal dinner, corporate event, or celebration. WOW your guests with the exquisite, timeless beauty of Barnett On Washington!

3207 Washington Boulevard • 844-GO-BARNETT • [email protected]

Spazio WestportWith several different banquet rooms, including our Bistro with modern décor and our popular

Garden Room, Spazio Westport is the perfect place to book your rehearsal dinner! Spazio Westport can accommodate any party up to 250 guests, and offers traditional, themed, or cocktail party menu options, so you can customize your rehearsal dinner to your standards.

Spazio is centrally located just outside of Westport Plaza in Maryland Heights. With over 50 years of experience, Russo’s Catering exclusively serves as the creative force behind this unique

venue. Call today to book your rehearsal dinner and receive a complimentary wine toast for your guests.

12031 Lackland Rd. St. Louis, MO 63146 • 314.576.0400 • spaziowestport.com

Charlie Gitto’sSt. Louis’ Favorite Italian Dining Experience

and the perfect setting for your rehearsal dinner.

Charlie Gitto’s On the Hill

5226 Shaw Ave., St. Louis, MO 63110

314.772.8898

Charlie Gitto’s at Hollywood Casino777 Casino Center Drive,

Maryland Height, MO 63043314.770.7663

Charlie Gitto’s From the Hill15525 Olive Blvd., Chesterfield, MO

(636)536-2199

www.charliegittos.com

Patty Long Catering’s 9th Street LoftCelebrate your special event with Patty Long Catering and enjoy an intimate

evening atop our gorgeous 9th Street Abbey, in the 9th Street Loft. This space offers a beautiful view overlooking our garden courtyard, comfortably

accommodating up to 60 guests. The exposed brick walls and cedar flooring create a rustic, yet elegant atmosphere ideal for any style. This versatile space

guarantees an enchanting experience for any occasion.

1808 S. 9th Street – Located in Historic Soulard – St. Louis, MO 63104 314-621-9598 – [email protected] – www.pattylongcatering.com

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Flamingo BowlLocated in beautiful downtown St.

Louis, Flamingo Bowl offers a unique rehearsal dinner / reception experience

with grand views of Washington Avenue. This one of a kind setting offers upscale art-deco décor, a fun

atmosphere, and an exceptional catering menu—sure to make your

event unmatched. Our private rooms include cozy lounge areas, a pool table,

and state of the art bowling lanes. Many options are available to make

the night uniquely yours. For more information contact: Gabe Pecher at [email protected]

1117 Washington Ave.St. Louis, MO 63101

314.436.6666flamingobowl.com

Rigazzi’sRigazzi’s, family owned and operated since 1957, is the oldest restaurant on The Hill. Rigazzi’s has been recognized many times, both locally and nationally, for their delicious Italian cuisine. Now offering two banquet

rooms for your rehearsal dinner, bridal shower or special event with special packages to meet your needs.

4945 Daggett314.772.4900

www.rigazzis.com

Lucas Park GrilleLucas Park Grille is honored to host your special evening during this memorable

time in your life. Chef Kevin Sthair uses seasonal ingredients to create his signature dishes for your custom dining experience. Our private Grille and Wine Room

exudes an aura of elegance and romance. Whether hosting your rehearsal dinner or an intimate evening, Lucas Park Grille promises a distinguished occasion.

1234 Washington Avenue • St. Louis, MO 63103

314.241.7770www.lucasparkgrille.com

Saint Louis Zoo

Located in the heart of beautiful Forest Park, the Saint Louis Zoo

offers the most unique venues available for your intimate

gathering or ornate reception. Whether you envision your special

day in a lush garden or near a moonlit veranda, the Zoo’s expert event planners will ensure every detail is executed to perfection. Your event will be impeccably catered, with gourmet entrees

prepared by our culinary experts. We would love to work with you to

make your dream event a reality.

314-646-4855www.stlzoo.org/events

Old Hickory Golf ClubOld Hickory Golf Club is the perfect setting for your Rehearsal Dinner. Whether you are looking for an upscale environment or relaxing evening our private rooms

will make it a memorable occasion for you and your guests. We offer a wide variety of menus to personalize your event and our rooms provide you with breathtaking

views of our award winning golf course.

Old Hickory Golf Club636-477-8960

#1 Dye Club Dr., St. Peters, MO 63304www.oldhickorygc.com

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Register in Advance atwww.bridestl.com or 314.588.8313

Sunday, January 15th from 1-4:30pmWEDDING CONNECTION BRIDAL SHOWChase Park Plaza

• St. Louis’ Top Wedding Experts • Designer Fashion Show• Gift Bags for All Brides

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FLORIST

Buse’s Flower and Gift Shop, Inc.At Buse’s, we believe that every wedding is unique and should be custom-designed to your specifications. We pride ourselves in making your vision a reality. We also believe in quality in our service and designs, which is why we use only the freshest premium-grade flowers in all of your floral accessories. Call us today to schedule your complimentary consultation. We are your St. Charles Wedding Floral Specialists!333 First Capitol Drive, St. Charles, MO 63301www.busesflowershop.com636.724.0148

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PHOTO BOOTH RENTAL

Midwest Selfie BoothMore people in St. Louis are choosing Midwest Selfie Booth because of the fun factor that our Full-Feature-Selfie-Booths offer. Our hilariously themed props, crystal clear green screen technology, proven reliability, and most important we guarantee to beat any competitor’s price, make the decision an easy one. Let’s start the process to help us Create Memories with a Smile for you and your guests on your special day!www.midwestselfiebooth.com314.402.1012

2 Chics & a PhotoboothCongrats on your engagement! We would love to be a part of your big day! Let us capture fun memories with our photobooth, as well as let your guests leave you a personalized video message! Our award winning, all inclusive packages are perfect to give you everything you need to make your photobooth experience the best of the best!16655 Old Chesterfield Road, Suite 5, Chesterfield, MO 63017www.2chicsphotobooth.com314.614.1217

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PHOTOGRAPHY

Memories Are ForeverOffers a mix of photojournalistic style images with traditional photography.1568 Ross Avenue, St. Louis, MO 63146www.memoriesareforever.com314.878.5657

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Weddings By ReneeWedding Design, Planning, and Day-of Coordination Services. An experienced wedding planner is the best gift you’ll ever give yourself. Share your wedding dreams with us and together we will create an unforgettable celebration for you and your guests. You’ll relax and enjoy your wedding day with family and friends, while we handle all the details. Expert Advice. Innovative Design. Flawless Execution. Call us for a complimentary consultation today.www.stlweddingsbyrenee.comfacebook.com/WeddingsByReneeSTL314.616.4600

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All About You LimosAll About You Limos is simply your best value in luxury transportation. We serve the entire St. Louis & Metro East area and beyond. St. Louis’ largest and most diverse party bus fleet.www.aaylimos.com314.631.0747618.281.2200

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Mid-American CoachesA family owned and operated business, founded in 1927. Our fleet of luxury motor coaches includes such amenities as a restroom, air-condition ride, and multiple video systems. We are members of the Int. Motor Coach Group and American Bus Assn. We also enjoy the highest governmental safety ratings!www.midamericancoaches.net866.944.8687

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Jane Alexandra Concierge TravelSay “I do” to the scenic splendor of a destination wedding or a storybook honeymoon in paradise. Through experience, Jane Alexandra knows exactly what newlyweds want. We exceed the level of quality, and service with more options than you could possibly imagine. Planning your wedding or honeymoon can be overwhelming, so let us take care of that for you! With no agency fees, and payment plans available, we will create the perfect start to a perfect marriage.www.janealexandratravel.com314.915.8911 or 800.792.0478

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