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From Dramatic Flair to Demure Sweetness
Flowers signify passion, elegance, romance & true love.
�• Bridal Bouquets • Bridesmaids Flowers • Boutonnieres
• Flowergirls • Corsages • Ceremony Flowers • Reception Flowers• Centerpieces • Wedding Cake Flowers • Archways • Altars
...and anywhere else you would like to see flowers!
Emma’s Royal Flowers7864 Rea Road • Suite D • Charlotte, NC 28277
704-341-4331 • 704-363-1592www.EmmasRoyalFlowers.com
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From Dramatic Flair to Demure Sweetness
Flowers signify passion, elegance, romance & true love.
�• Bridal Bouquets • Bridesmaids Flowers • Boutonnieres
• Flowergirls • Corsages • Ceremony Flowers • Reception Flowers• Centerpieces • Wedding Cake Flowers • Archways • Altars
...and anywhere else you would like to see flowers!
Emma’s Royal Flowers7864 Rea Road • Suite D • Charlotte, NC 28277
704-341-4331 • 704-363-1592www.EmmasRoyalFlowers.com
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Summer 201018 bridal shows
26 cakes & catering Caterers•ChocolateFountains•IceSculptures•Wine
38 celebrations BachelorParties•RehearsalDinners•Showers
70 ceremony Locations•Chapels•Counseling•Officiants
73 décor CreativeTouches•EventDécor•Floral•Lighting•Rentals
80 fashion Attire•Formalwear•Preservation•Jewelry•Lingerie
97 home Financial&Legal•FirstHome•Furnishings•Registry
102 honeymoon & travel Accommodations•Bed&Breakfast•Destinations
112 music Bands•DanceInstruction•DiscJockeys•Entertainment
116 photo & video
130 planning BridalConsultants•Websites•WeddingCenters
138 buyers’ guide1a my perfect planneron the cover 64 Sweet Melissa 135 12 months, 12 winnersphoto: Omni Studios gown: Ivory and White Bridal Boutique flowers: Hot House Design Studio makeup: Birmingham Glam Beaute’ Agency hair: Blonde Salon and Spa, Shaun Thomas
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Bride to be,You’ve dreamt of your wedding day your
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Bride to be,You’ve dreamt of your wedding day your
whole life. Now that you’re engaged you
may be wondering where to begin.
Perfect Wedding Guide is your
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The wedding professionals listed in this book
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www.VisitCabarrus.comFor wedding information about • Hotel accommodations • List of venues• Welcome bags provided for guests booking in Cabarrus County hotels
• Suggested itineraries of things to do in the area• Local catering suggestions • Party rental information
• Local event planner information • Transportation recommendations
Connie Inggs 704.260.8123 of Cabarrus County Convention and Visitors Bureauor email [email protected]
So ManyNew Options for the
Modern Bride!
For Weddings, Receptions and Honeymoons!
Lowe’s Motor Speedway
Embassy Suites
Great Wolf Lodge
Cabarrus Arena
201 S. McDowell Street, Charlotte, NC 28204 (704)372-7550
www.crowneplaza.com/charlotte
Elegant Ballrooms for receptions up to 600 people
Bridal Packages to fi t every budget
Custom menus available
Complimentary banquet room rental with food and beverage minimum
Newly renovated upscale guest room accommodations
Convenient location to Uptown Charlotte, I-77, I-277 and I-85
Complimentary Hotel Shuttle for your guests within fi ve miles of the hotel
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• Special Group Rates
• Romance Packages
• Indoor Pools & Workout Rooms
• Our Sales Department offers a One Stop Shop for both hotels for all of your Wedding needs
• Beautiful Banquet Facilities for up to 80 people
• Perfect for your Rehearsal Dinner, Bridal Shower or Small Intimate Wedding
704-347-5972508 Dr. MLK, Jr. Blvd.Charlotte, NC 28202
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Charlotte Uptown
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Call 704-335-5400 • www.hicharlotte.comCall and speak to our Wedding Specialist at ext. 472
• Featuring a one-of-a-kind rooftop reception area: High above our 15th fl oor, our Rooftop Rotunda offers a panoramic view of Charlotte’s skyline, creating the perfect backdrop for your memorable event.
• For professional assistance in planning your reception, our wedding specialist is available evenings and Saturdays by appointment.
• All catering exclusively by Caffe Siena
• Located in the heart of Uptown
• All inclusive wedding packages
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Let our Catering Professionals handle the details for a perfect beginning and ending to a fabulous wedding.
Reception Venue Accommodates up to 400 Guests.
Special Overnight Room Rates for your Out-of-Town Guests.
Complimentary Upgraded Sleeping Room for Bride and Groom.
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American Ballroom Dance Club • 704 763 3586 TownCenterBlvd.,Ste.400•Pineville,NCBeautifuldecorated3,000sq.ft.facilitywithdancefloor&kitchen. 150+ C OBravo Cucina Italiana • 704 597 1455 NorthlakeMall•6851NorthlakeMallDrivePerfectlocationforsmallreceptionorrehearsaldinneruptoapprox75people.Fabulousfood!BeautifulFacility...ElegantBanquetroom.Callfordetails. 75Cabarrus Arena & Events Center • 704 920 3976 4751Hwy.49N.•Concord,NCBeautifulreceptionfacility,withprofessional,courteousstaffandreasonablypricedon-sitefoodandbeverageservice. 50-800Cabarrus NC Convention and Visitors Bureau • 704 260 8123 Somanyoptionsforthemodernbride,anysize,anybudget.
C A OClary’s Banquet Facility • 704 882 1890 6304SecrestShortcutRoad•IndianTrail,NCClary’sisastateoftheartfacilitywithover6,000sq.ft.available.Weprovidestaffinassistingyouinplanningallthedetails. 250+ CCourtyard by Marriott/Gastonia • 704 852 4411 1856RemountRoad•Gastonia,NCFlexibleballroom,ceremonylocation,speciallighting,professionalcateringavailable-Perfectlocation. 150 C K A OCrowne Plaza Charlotte • 704 372 7550 201S.McDowellStreet•Charlotte,NCNewlyrenovated,upscaleguestrooms,receptionsupto600people.Custommenusavailable-convenientlylocatedtouptown. 600 C ODairy Barn, The • 803 547 1169 288DairyBarnLane•FortMill,SCBuiltin1946,totallyrenovatedinunforgettablesetting.Perfectforweddings,parties,etc.Yourcatererorours. 400 C A O
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It doesn’t hurt to be Melissa Rycroft these days. On this chilly February morning, as she makes her way into Birmingham’s Omni Studios, hand-in-hand with her new hubby, Tye Strickland, it’s obvious that she’s really happy and really in love. In town for a special guest appearance at a brunch and bridal show for Birmingham Perfect Wedding Guide, Melissa and Tye display all the makings of a newlywed couple — megawatt smiles, constant hugs and lots of private giggles.
But before marrying the handsome Texas insurance businessman in an intimate and beautiful beachfront ceremony last December in Isla Mujeres, Mexico, Melissa’s love life took an unexpected turn. The former Dallas Cowboys Cheerleader originally won the heart of ABC’s The Bachelor, Jason Mesnick (season 13), only to have her proposal retracted during the infamous season recap episode, After the Final Rose. But as one door closed, Hollywood’s door swung right open and welcomed her into the world of overnight stardom.
Now, after an impressive stint on the hit ABC series, Dancing with the Stars, and a number of special correspondent assignments with Good Morning America and Entertainment Tonight, Melissa is learning to fi nd balance with her busy work schedule and her new role as wife.
sweetmelissaFor reality TV star and entertainment
correspondent Melissa Rycroft, life
couldn’t get any sweeter. Read on as she
talks about her wedding day, her new
career and her hopes for the future.
It doesn’t hurt to be Melissa Rycroft these days. On this chilly February morning, as she makes her way into Birmingham’s Omni Studios, hand-in-hand with her new hubby, Tye Strickland, it’s obvious that she’s really happy and really in love. In town for a special guest appearance at a brunch and bridal show for Birmingham Perfect Wedding Guide, Melissa and Tye display all the makings of a newlywed couple — megawatt smiles, constant hugs and lots of private giggles.
But before marrying the handsome Texas insurance businessman in an intimate and beautiful beachfront ceremony last December in Isla Mujeres, Mexico, Melissa’s love life took an unexpected turn. The former Dallas Cowboys Cheerleader originally won the heart of ABC’s The Bachelor, Jason Mesnick (season 13), only to have her proposal retracted during the infamous season recap episode, After the Final Rose. But as one door closed, Hollywood’s door swung right open and welcomed her into the world of overnight stardom.
Now, after an impressive stint on the hit ABC series, Dancing with the Stars, and a number of special correspondent assignments with Good Morning America and Entertainment Tonight, Melissa is learning to fi nd balance with her busy work schedule and her new role as wife.
sweetmelissaFor reality TV star and entertainment
correspondent Melissa Rycroft, life
couldn’t get any sweeter. Read on as she
talks about her wedding day, her new
career and her hopes for the future.
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I got lucky with my wedding dress… it worked perfectly and I never tried on any other dresses.
On falling in love at first sight —with her wedding gown… I got really, really lucky with my wedding dress. I was sitting at Alfred Angelo with my mom, and as I was looking through the catalog, I open up the fi rst couple pages, I saw the dress. It was part of their future collection — it wasn’t even out yet! We spoke with the bridal consultant, and she said she could have one shipped over to the store where we were. They asked if I wanted to try on any other dresses in the meantime, and I said, “No, not at all! I’m going to wait for this dress.” It came in, it worked perfectly and I never tried on any other dresses.
On trusting her wedding planner with just about everything… I always wanted to sneak away, and have a laid back, fun theme [for my wedding] — you can’t get more laid back and fun than Mexico! We weren’t going to use a wedding planner at fi rst because we didn’t think we were going overboard on the planning by any means. But we didn’t know who the fl orists were there; we didn’t know anyone. So we learned very quickly that with international weddings, you really need help. So we did end up working with a planner and luckily, it turned out that she was a jack of all trades.
On bringing southern girl charm, south of the Border… Red Velvet cake is my absolute favorite. One of my musts for the wedding — and there were not a lot of them — was that our wedding cake be red velvet. So there was a little touch of Dallas that came down to Mexico with us. Also, everyone was barefoot. That was something that was important to me. I mean, come on — there isn’t anyone on the beach wearing shoes! We had little baskets at the front where people could drop their shoes off.
I got lucky with my wedding dress… it worked perfectly and I never tried on any other dresses.
On falling in love at first sight —with her wedding gown… I got really, really lucky with my wedding dress. I was sitting at Alfred Angelo with my mom, and as I was looking through the catalog, I open up the fi rst couple pages, I saw the dress. It was part of their future collection — it wasn’t even out yet! We spoke with the bridal consultant, and she said she could have one shipped over to the store where we were. They asked if I wanted to try on any other dresses in the meantime, and I said, “No, not at all! I’m going to wait for this dress.” It came in, it worked perfectly and I never tried on any other dresses.
On trusting her wedding planner with just about everything… I always wanted to sneak away, and have a laid back, fun theme [for my wedding] — you can’t get more laid back and fun than Mexico! We weren’t going to use a wedding planner at fi rst because we didn’t think we were going overboard on the planning by any means. But we didn’t know who the fl orists were there; we didn’t know anyone. So we learned very quickly that with international weddings, you really need help. So we did end up working with a planner and luckily, it turned out that she was a jack of all trades.
On bringing southern girl charm, south of the Border… Red Velvet cake is my absolute favorite. One of my musts for the wedding — and there were not a lot of them — was that our wedding cake be red velvet. So there was a little touch of Dallas that came down to Mexico with us. Also, everyone was barefoot. That was something that was important to me. I mean, come on — there isn’t anyone on the beach wearing shoes! We had little baskets at the front where people could drop their shoes off.
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Advice on planning a destination wedding… With destination weddings, you have to relax and just go with the fl ow. Understand you’re probably not going to see your cake before the reception. You’re probably not going to see your bouquet until you’re
walking down the aisle, unless you plan on living in that destination the last few weeks before the wedding. There’s a lot of trust involved. And if you have a planner working with you, you need to have that trust with her. And if it’s destination, it’s that way for a reason. I wasn’t trying to be a princess in a castle … on the beach in Mexico. Just keep your theme in mind, and just relax and go with it. It’s your day regardless.
On keeping her marriage a priority…I think the biggest thing is, married life is just like dating life … and just like engaged life. The relationship itself hasn’t changed. We didn’t live together beforehand, and so living together now … it’s awesome to wake up next to your buddy and go to bed with your buddy. I think it’s important not to expect your relationship to change once you get married. Sometimes people have expectations of how married life is supposed to be. Well, the reason that you’re getting married is because of the way your relationship is now. So you have to focus on not letting it change, not rearranging your priorities because of your title change.
On what she looks forward to most for the future… For some reason, Tye and I kind of got this thing fi gured out. The way that my travel schedule has been, and the success he’s having with his company, we’ve never veered off from keeping each other a priority. It’s never become a matter of us telling one or the other, “I think you’re staying at the offi ce too late.” Or, “I think you’re out in L.A. too much.” Somehow, we are stubborn enough, I guess, to keep each other fi rst and foremost in our lives. I don’t ever want that to go away. I don’t want to get a year down the road and we’re both so busy that my life is in L.A. or N.Y. and his is in the offi ce in Dallas. And in three, fi ve, ten years, depending on who you talk to, who knows … we’ll have babies (laughs)!
Shot on location February, 27, 2010 at Omni Studios in Birmingham, Alabama. Flowers by Hot House Design Studio, Makeup by Birmingham Glam, Dresses by Ivory and White Bridal Boutique, Hair by Shaun Thomas for Blonde Salon & Spa.
Read the entire interview with Melissa athttp://www.perfectweddingguide.com/melissa-rycroft/
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Advice on planning a destination wedding… With destination weddings, you have to relax and just go with the fl ow. Understand you’re probably not going to see your cake before the reception. You’re probably not going to see your bouquet until you’re
walking down the aisle, unless you plan on living in that destination the last few weeks before the wedding. There’s a lot of trust involved. And if you have a planner working with you, you need to have that trust with her. And if it’s destination, it’s that way for a reason. I wasn’t trying to be a princess in a castle … on the beach in Mexico. Just keep your theme in mind, and just relax and go with it. It’s your day regardless.
On keeping her marriage a priority…I think the biggest thing is, married life is just like dating life … and just like engaged life. The relationship itself hasn’t changed. We didn’t live together beforehand, and so living together now … it’s awesome to wake up next to your buddy and go to bed with your buddy. I think it’s important not to expect your relationship to change once you get married. Sometimes people have expectations of how married life is supposed to be. Well, the reason that you’re getting married is because of the way your relationship is now. So you have to focus on not letting it change, not rearranging your priorities because of your title change.
On what she looks forward to most for the future… For some reason, Tye and I kind of got this thing fi gured out. The way that my travel schedule has been, and the success he’s having with his company, we’ve never veered off from keeping each other a priority. It’s never become a matter of us telling one or the other, “I think you’re staying at the offi ce too late.” Or, “I think you’re out in L.A. too much.” Somehow, we are stubborn enough, I guess, to keep each other fi rst and foremost in our lives. I don’t ever want that to go away. I don’t want to get a year down the road and we’re both so busy that my life is in L.A. or N.Y. and his is in the offi ce in Dallas. And in three, fi ve, ten years, depending on who you talk to, who knows … we’ll have babies (laughs)!
Shot on location February, 27, 2010 at Omni Studios in Birmingham, Alabama. Flowers by Hot House Design Studio, Makeup by Birmingham Glam, Dresses by Ivory and White Bridal Boutique, Hair by Shaun Thomas for Blonde Salon & Spa.
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feel obligated to add items just for tradition’s sake. Instead, select things that you and your mate will need (and use) to help turn your house into a home.
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Honeymoon & TravelPlanning the honeymoon can often be just as stressful as planning
the ceremony and reception. Instead of taking on the task
yourselves, utilize the services of a travel agent to book your
newlywed getaway. Travel agents can give expert advice and
provide outstanding service that you just can’t fi nd booking online.
They can fi nd the best pricing available, upgrades, set up
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Guest AccommodationsFor out of town guests, book lodging and accommodations
in close proximity to the wedding venue. This thoughtful gesture
will make it easier for guests navigating an unfamiliar area.
Off er directions to and from the guest hotel on your wedding
Website, or include a map in the welcome basket.
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Photography & VideographyWhen choosing a wedding photographer or videographger, consider each
professional’s style. For instance, some photographers work best with environ-mental shots while others are great at capturing action and movement. And some videographer’s techniques can rival that of a Hollywood fi lmmaker. Be clear about
your expectations for your photos and video while allowing the professional to off er suggestions on how to capture your wedding day in a way that fi ts with your
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If the bride is changing her name, she should contact the following agencies:
Driver’s licenseContact your local DMV. Inform them you have changed your name and need the records to refl ect the change.
Social SecurityCall 800 772 1213, or visit www.ssa.gov for information.
Federal income taxesFill out your tax return with your new name. Social Security should forward the information you fi led with them regarding your name change to the IRS, so confi rm the IRS received the information.
State taxes (if applicable)Contact your local tax offi ces. Inform them of your old name, new name and Social Security number.
PassportVisit www.travel.state.gov/passport for more information.
Also contact companies related to:• bank accounts • investments• credit cards • insurance• legal documents • other bills• any other place your name is listed
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• DON’T create a wedding for others at the expense of your wishes. Focus on the kind of celebration you want, not the one other people expect you to have.
• DON’T ask your attendants to do chores or run errands that should be performed by hired help. If you need baby-sitting at your reception, find one, but not among your wedding party.
• DON’T ask someone to donate an item or service that's normally paid for. Of course, if they volunteer, consider it.
• DON’T surprise guests by asking them to perform non-guest duties, like taking pictures, parking cars or playing the piano.
• DON’T use preprinted thank-you cards in place of a personalized note.
• DON’T plan a punch bowl reception for what rightly is considered mealtime - it's cheap and leaves your guests hungry.
• DON’T forget to search out the face of your new spouse at the reception. Share a smile and commit yourself to repeating those smiles back each day of your life together.
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Destination WeddingsWhen booking your destination wedding, consider the time of year and how it can aff ect your bottom line. Resorts and all-inclusive properties
off er great deals for brides and grooms looking to wed in paradise. However, if you’re planning to exchange vows during peak seasons
(holidays, summer months), expect to pay premium prices.
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AnnouncementsSweet Melissa ...................................... 64-69 Attire & AccessoriesAnjolique Bridal & Formal ........................87aBedazzled Bridal & Forma ....................... 87bJet Taylor Bridal Jewels ............................. 84Mecklenburg Bridal Gallery ....................... 85The Bridal House ....................................... 82The Brides Choice ...................................... 83The Social Butterfly Bridal Boutique & Salon ..................................88a Bachelor & Bachelorette
PartiesBravo Italiana’ ..........................................56aBuca’s Restaurant .................................... 55bCabarrus NC Convention & Visitors Center . 45Hilton Charlotte University Place .............. 40Ramada Inn & Conference Centet.............. 52Verdict Ridge Golf & Country Club ........... 58b Bridal Beauty, Salons & Spas .........................Anjolique Bridal & Formal ........................87aMary Kay Cosmetics .................................. 17The Social Butterfly Bridal Boutique & Salon ..................................88a Bridal Events & Shows12 months 12 Winners ................................ 9Best Wedding Sites.com .......................... 137Bridal Shows ............................................. 18Calendar of Events..................................... 19CharlotteBridalShow.com ......................... 24Free Wedding Website............................... 35PWG Summer Bridal Expo-
Charlotte .........................................3,21,36Sweet Melissa ...................................... 64-69The Bridal Showcase ................................. 20 Bridal ConsultantsAnjolique Bridal & Formal ........................87aBella Corture Events ...............................134aIlBella Garden ........................................... 44Susan Southerland .................................. 143The Bridal House ....................................... 82The Brides Choice ...................................... 83 Bridal Party GiftsAnjolique Bridal & Formal ........................87aBella Corture Events ...............................134aBest Wedding Sites.com .......................... 137Dennis Vineyard and Winery ..................... 42Jet Taylor Bridal Jewels ............................. 84Macy’s ...................................................11,99Susan Southerland .................................. 143The Bridal House ....................................... 82 CakesAustin’s Bakery & Design ........................... 30Bella Donna Catering ...............................32aChefs Catering ..........................................33aClary’s Banquet Facility ........................... 56bSimple Elegant .......................................... 86Sweet Creations ........................................ 31Table Décor & More ...............................4,132 Cake ToppersAustin’s Bakery & Design ........................... 30
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Shutterbooth ....................................113,59aSusan Southerland .................................. 143The Bridal House ....................................... 82The Social Butterfly Bridal Boutique & Salon ..................................88a Dance InstructionAmerican Ballroom .................................55a Destination WeddingsAll About Honeymoons ........................... 104Cabarrus NC Convention & Visitors Center . 45Dennis Vineyard and Winery ..................... 42Dream Cruise Travel ................................106aMann Travels ......................................BC, 105 Event Décor/DecorationsBella Corture Events ...............................134aConnie Duglin Linens ............................10,76Emma’s Royal Flowers ............................ 1,75Gala Affairs................................................ 78Ice Sensations ........................................... 27Table Décor & More ...............................4,132The Flower Diva......................................... 77 FavorsBella Corture Events ...............................134aJet Taylor Bridal Jewels ............................. 84 Floral Design & DécorEmma’s Royal Flowers ............................ 1,75Table Décor & More ...............................4,132The Flower Diva......................................... 77 Formal AttireAnjolique Bridal & Formal ........................87a
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Bedazzled Bridal & Forma ....................... 87bThe Bridal House ....................................... 82The Brides Choice ...................................... 83 Gift Baskets Dennis Vineyard and Winery ..................... 42 Gift RegistryDillard’s ..................................................... 98Macy’s ...................................................11,99Royal Prestige ......................................... 100 Guest AccommodationsCabarrus NC Convention & Visitors Center . 45Courtyard by Marriott Gastonia ............... 57bCourtyard by Marriott Matthews ............. 108Courtyard by Marriott Rock Hill ............... 108Crowne Plaza Charlotte ............................. 46Hampton Inn & Suites Airport ................. 109Hampton Inn & Suites Concord ..............110aHampton Inn & Suites Matthews ...........110aHampton Inn & Suites SouthPark .............. 48Hampton Inn- Charlotte Uptown .............. 49Hawthorn Suites ................................... 110bHilton Charlotte University Place .............. 40Hilton Garden Inn Charlotte Uptown......... 49Hilton Garden Inn Charlotte/Ayrsley ........58aHoliday Inn Center City .............................. 50Quality Inn Huntersville ........................ 109bRamada Inn & Conference Center.............. 52 Home FurnishingsDillard’s ..................................................... 98Macy’s ...................................................11,99
Honeymoon & TravelAll About Honeymoons ........................... 104Dream Cruise Travel ................................106aMann Travels ......................................BC, 105 Hospitality ServicesCabarrus NC Convention & Visitors Center . 45Courtyard by Marriott Gastonia ............... 57bCourtyard by Marriott Rock Hill ............... 108Crowne Plaza Charlotte ............................. 46Hampton Inn & Suites Airport ................. 109Hampton Inn & Suites Concord ..............110aHampton Inn & Suites Matthews ...........110aHampton Inn- Charlotte Uptown .............. 49Hilton Garden Inn Charlotte Uptown......... 49Hilton Garden Inn Charlotte/Ayrsley ........58aHoliday Inn Center City .............................. 50Ramada Inn & Conference Centet.............. 52 Ice SculpturesIce Sensations ........................................... 27 Internet ServicesSusan Southerland .................................. 143 Invitations & AccessoriesBella Corture Events ...............................134aJet Taylor Bridal Jewels ............................. 84Table Décor & More ...............................4,132The Bridal House ....................................... 82The Brides Choice ...................................... 83 JewelryAllison Love’s Fine Jewelry ..................... 88bAnjolique Bridal & Formal ........................87aJet Taylor Bridal Jewels ............................. 84
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Macy’s ...................................................11,99The Bridal House ....................................... 82The Brides Choice ...................................... 83The Social Butterfly Bridal Boutique & Salon ..................................88a Kitchens & CookwareMacy’s ...................................................11,99Royal Prestige ......................................... 100 LinensConnie Duglin Linens ............................10,76Gala Affairs................................................ 78Macy’s ...................................................11,99 LingerieMacy’s ...................................................11,99 Music & EntertainmentShutterbooth ....................................113,59a Personalized Photo AlbumsAphrodite Photography........................... 124Christy Falls Photography.......................7118Fort Mill Photography ............................. 125Image Gallery ......................................... 123Jet Taylor Bridal Jewels ............................. 84Juliet Photography .................................. 123Lisa Crates Photography .........................128aProfessional Photographic ...................... 121Special Moments Photography ............... 123Tim Hines Photography ........................... 127 PhotographyAphrodite Photography........................... 124Christy Falls Photography.......................7118
Fort Mill Photography ............................. 125Image Gallery ......................................... 123Juliet Photography .................................. 123Lisa Crates Photography .........................128aProfessional Photographic ...................... 121Shutterbooth ....................................113,59aSpecial Moments Photography ............... 123Tim Hines Photography ........................... 127 Preservation Gown & FloralAnjolique Bridal & Formal ........................87aBedazzled Bridal & Formal ...................... 87bJet Taylor Bridal Jewels ............................. 84The Bridal House ....................................... 82The Brides Choice ...................................... 83The Social Butterfly Bridal Boutique & Salon ..................................88a Receptions & Rehearsal
DinnersAmerican Ballroom .................................55aBravo Italiana’ ..........................................56aBuca’s Restaurant .................................... 55bCabarrus Arena .......................................... 59Cabarrus NC Convention & Visitors Center . 45Chefs Catering ..........................................33aClary’s Banquet Facility ........................... 56bCourtyard by Marriott Gastonia ............... 57bCrowne Plaza Charlotte ............................. 46Deerpond Plantation ................................57aDennis Vineyard and Winery ..................... 42Hilton Charlotte University Place .............. 40Hilton Garden Inn Charlotte Uptown......... 49Hilton Garden Inn Charlotte/Ayrsley ........58aIlBella Garden ........................................... 44Lakes A Wedding & Party Place, The ......... 51
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Morningstar Lutheran Chapel ................... 71Ramada Inn & Conference Centet.............. 52Sardis Swim/Racquet ................................ 53South Charlotte Banquet Center ............... 54The Dairy Barn .......................................... 47Verdict Ridge Golf & Country Club ........... 58b RentalsConnie Duglin Linens ............................10,76Gala Affairs................................................ 78Shutterbooth ....................................113,59aTable Décor & More ...............................4,132 Showers Bruches & LuncheonsAmerican Ballroom .................................55aBravo Italiana’ ..........................................56aBuca’s Restaurant .................................... 55bCabarrus NC Convention & Visitors Center . 45Clary’s Banquet Facility ........................... 56bCourtyard by Marriott Gastonia ............... 57bCourtyard by Marriott Matthews ............. 108Courtyard by Marriott Rock Hill ............... 108Crowne Plaza Charlotte ............................. 46Deerpond Plantation ................................57aHampton Inn & Suites SouthPark .............. 48Hampton Inn- Charlotte Uptown .............. 49Hilton Charlotte University Place .............. 40Hilton Garden Inn Charlotte Uptown......... 49Hilton Garden Inn Charlotte/Ayrsley ........58aHoliday Inn Center City .............................. 50IlBella Garden ........................................... 44Lakes A Wedding & Party Place, The ......... 51Morningstar Lutheran Chapel ................... 71Ramada Inn & Conference Centet.............. 52Sardis Swim/Racquet ................................ 53The Dairy Barn .......................................... 47
Verdict Ridge Golf & Country Club ........... 58b TentsGala Affairs................................................ 78 TuxedosAnjolique Bridal & Formal ........................87aBedazzled Bridal & Forma ....................... 87bThe Brides Choice ...................................... 83The Social Butterfly Bridal Boutique & Salon ..................................88a Wedding CentersDeerpond Plantation ................................57aSouth Charlotte Banquet Center ............... 54 Wedding PlannerBella Corture Events ...............................134aCabarrus NC Convention & Visitors Center . 45IlBella Garden ........................................... 44Susan Southerland .................................. 143Sweet Melissa ...................................... 64-69The Bridal House ....................................... 82The Brides Choice ...................................... 83The Social Butterfly Bridal Boutique & Salon ..................................88a VideographySpecial Moments Photography ............... 123 Photo BoothsShutterbooth ....................................113,59a
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Wedding JewelryThe wedding jewelry you wear on your special day is more than
decoration. It symbolizes the importance and romance of this
special occasion. Instead of going with what’s trendy, choose
jewelry that refl ects your personal taste and style.
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