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VOLUME 2, ISSUE 1A publication of LinDesign Studios

This unique planning guide and service directory is of fered as a free gift to brides by sponsoring mer chants. It is de signed to help the bride and her family in planning the wedding. We offer our thanks to all of the participating brid al shops, bridal registries, jewelry stores, reception facilities and fine area merchants who make this guide available. We en cour age the bride and her family to utilize the prod ucts and services of our ad ver tis ers. The American Wedding Guide is published and distributed by LinDesign Studios. This book, in part or in its entirety, may not be re pro duced with out the express written consent of LinDesign Studios. Ad content is not the responsibility of The American Wedding Guide.

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What We Won’t Do

Let’s Face it... when most people think of a wedding Dj... they think of some washed up, overweight bald guy in a funky neon patterned, glow in the dark vest with matching bow tie and cumber bun... A scary image I know.Since we are NOT of this breed of DJ’s, let me tell you what we WON’T do. 1) First of all, we WILL NOT wear a funky neon patterned, glow in the dark vest with matching bow tie and cumber bun and we will not look like a waiter, busboy, or valet guy. 2) We WILL NOT sound like a radio announcer from 1960 on the microphone. EXAMPLE “This is DJ Vinny Bag Of Donuts playing the cool crisp classic hits of today” 3) We WILL NOT bring inflatable instruments such as guitars, trumpets, saxaphones, or microphones to pass out to your guests and expect Aunt Conny to bust out a solo on the dancefloor.

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SERVING THE TRI-STATE AREA FOR OVER 25 YEARSIt's not where you go… it's how you get there.

Arrive in style on your wedding day!View all our vehicles online at:

STRETCH BMW• Seats up to 10 Passengers

• Air Condition

• DVD & PS/2

• Moonroof & lava lamps

• Mood lighting

• Stereo Surround & CD

• LCD television

LINCOLN NAVIGATOR• Seats 10-14 Passengers

• Air Condition

• LCD TV & DVD

• Black leather

• Classy wet bar

• Mirrored ceiling

• Fiber optic lights

• Lounge in the back

INFINITI QX 56• Seats 10-14 Passengers

• Air Condition

• 6 LCD screens

• Disco floors

• Bentley style seating

• Fog seating & machine

• DVD/CD/Radio

• Disco Lights

• Strobe Lights

• glowing ceilings

LIMO BUS• Seats 20-24-28 Passengers

• Air Condition

• Stocker bar with stemware

• LCD TV & DVD

LINCOLN STRETCH• Seats 10-14 Passengers

• Air Condition

• LCD TV & DVD

• AM/FM Radio with CD player


• LCD TV & DVD



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Michael’s Limousine provides you and your wedding party with amazing, top class limo service.

With our meticulously decorated wedding limousines, we offer you a chance to add luxury touch to your wedding with a lovely limo to transport you in an especially memorable way.

Wedding transport service. airport transportation & bachelor/bachelorette party transportationservices are available in a large array of vehicles.

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SERVING THE TRI-STATE AREA FOR OVER 25 YEARSIt's not where you go… it's how you get there.

Arrive in style on your wedding day!View all our vehicles online at:

STRETCH BMW• Seats up to 10 Passengers

• Air Condition

• DVD & PS/2

• Moonroof & lava lamps

• Mood lighting

• Stereo Surround & CD

• LCD television

LINCOLN NAVIGATOR• Seats 10-14 Passengers

• Air Condition

• LCD TV & DVD

• Black leather

• Classy wet bar



• Lounge in the back

INFINITI QX 56• Seats 10-14 Passengers

• Air Condition

• 6 LCD screens

• Disco floors

• Bentley style seating

• Fog seating & machine

• DVD/CD/Radio

• Disco Lights

• Strobe Lights

• glowing ceilings

LIMO BUS• Seats 20-24-28 Passengers

• Air Condition


• LCD TV & DVD

LINCOLN STRETCH• Seats 10-14 Passengers

• Air Condition

• LCD TV & DVD

• AM/FM Radio with CD player


• LCD TV & DVD



JAGUAR S-TYPEROLLS ROYCE PHANTOMBMW SEDAN

TOLL FREE (800) 555-5593TEL (203) 629-2500

[email protected]



Michael’s Limousine provides you and your wedding party with amazing, top class limo service.

With our meticulously decorated wedding limousines, we offer you a chance to add luxury touch to your wedding with a lovely limo to transport you in an especially memorable way.

Wedding transport service. airport transportation & bachelor/bachelorette party transportationservices are available in a large array of vehicles.

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Classic Video Productions serving all of Connecticut for 25 years.Building a memory that can be relived over and over again!

If a picture is worth a thousand words... imagine what a video is worth

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www.cvprovideo.comView our Wedding Video Samples Online:

Packages starting at $1695

Ask about our amazing "Same Day Edit Show"

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Congratulations on your

First of all, congratulations! I’m sure “how” and “when” he popped the question will for-ever be etched in your mind. Not only because it’s one of those special days we all dream about, but because everyone is probably asking you “so, tell me all the details!”. This is a special time for both of you, so take some time to genuinely cherish it and enjoy this new phase of your lives.

Although it may seem like you now have a “million” things to do, there is no reason to feel you have to do everything at once. Take some time to sit back, relax and truly enjoy each other as an engaged couple. After you’ve taken some time to adjust to your new status, take a deep breath and discuss how you both envision your special day to be. You can let your imaginations run wild and start plan-ning one of the most important days of your lives. Below are some helpful suggestions that will keep you on track with your planning:

Be organized. Take your time writing down all the arrangements you will need to make and by what time period each task needs to be completed. Utilize all the tools and Time Tables available to you in The American Wedding Guide in the back section of the book. These valuable planning Time Tables will allow you to truly enjoy every moment of your Wedding Day by keeping you organized, alleviating stress and ensuring that every detail has been carefully thought out.

Do your homework. It will definitely create clarity for the two of you and make your planning process easier if you do research on several reception venues, photographers, florists, etc. There are many resources available for you such as Pinterest, magazines, blogs, etc. By viewing some of the different ideas shared by past brides, they will provide you and your fiancé’ with an array of choices and themes to consider.

Think about what season you want to be married in. If you live on the east coast, is it the winter months you see your ‘I dos’ taking place or the beauty of summer? This decision will definitely set the tone for style options available to you as well as budget concerns. For example, during the winter months, tents would be extremely expensive with heating etc., whereas banquet facilities may be more within your budget if booked “off-season”. Keep in mind of the end of the year holidays, however, when planning a winter wedding.

Choose a date. Your wedding anniversary date is important because it will remind you of that very special day focused on love and excitement. Check with your families when selecting your date. If you have a lot of out-of-town guests attending, you may want to consider a long weekend so they have some extra days off from work and plan to “sight-see”, if desired. Selecting a date will also help create your timeline. If you select a date that is eight months away, you will know exactly how much time you have to plan. Once you choose the date, everything becomes real! The “Time Tables” worksheet located in the back of The American Wedding Guide is a useful tool which breaks down what needs to be done the appropriate amount of months or weeks ahead of time.

Consider your venue. The venue you choose will set the overall mood and atmosphere for your big day. Make sure it suits you and your fiancé’s personalities and tastes. If you have your heart set on a location that you have been dreaming about for years, you will want to make certain it is available during the time of year you were planning. Saturdays are usually the most desirable evenings so they are the first to be requested. When you are able to confirm the date you want, also decide on what time of the day you would like to be married.

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Meditation will reveal how to keep your heart open and your mind clear during the swirl of wedding planning… as well as your life after the wedding.

Yoga provides stress reduction and mental relaxation through the use of the breath. By becoming aware of the breath during the practice of movement, the mind begins to still. By the end of a Yoga practice, the mind has let go of time and task lists. A bride can learn the art of breathing to help her achieve composure throughout the whole wedding process.

Your mind and body are profoundly intertwined. Certain types of exercises, like yoga or mindful fitness, tap more deeply into this relationship. When move-ment becomes more meditative, it brings deeper benefits that go beyond merely toning or working your body. You find your source or inner calm, heighten your body awareness, and touch your deepest essence or spirit - all of which are valuable to you as your wedding approaches.

Loredana TranduTranscend

www.transcend-mindbodytraining.com

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Now that you are engaged, the first thing to do is to relish it, cherish it, smile at your ring and enjoy every moment!

The next step is to establish a wedding budget together. This might seem a little scary at first and you may feel a bit overwhelmed, but don’t worry. With the proper research and planning guides, you will find a wedding vendor perfect for your budget.

These questions may help to determine an estimate of your budget:

• How many guests do you want to invite?

• Where do you see yourself getting married?

• What day of the week, and what time, would you

like to have your wedding?

• Do you want it to be formal or informal?

• What type of food will you be serving?

The following percentages will give you an idea of where costs will lean towards:

50% Reception10% Bride’s attire14% Photographor/Videographor 8% Music 8% Flowers10% Miscellaneous (includes invitations, rings, transportation, and favors)

The list to the right is a traditional breakdown of who should be responsible for what costs. There are times when tradition bows to practicality. The question of who pays for what really boils down to who is most willing and able to do so.

BrideGift for groomGroom’s wedding ringGifts for attendants

Groom Gift for brideBride’s engagement and wedding ringsGifts for groom’s attendantsMarriage licenseOfficiant’s feeBride’s bouquet and corsagesBoutonnieres for men in bridal partyMother’s corsageHoneymoonHis own attire

Bride’s Family Wedding gift for newlywedsBride’s gown and accessoriesInvitations, announcements and postageWedding plannerTransportation for bridal partyFlowers for the receptionPhotographer and videographerMusicHotel accommodationsRehearsal dinner (optional)

Groom’s Family Rehearsal dinner (optional)Accommodations for Bride and Groom

Attendants Their own attireTransportation to wedding locationWedding gift for bride and groomShower or luncheon for the bride (bridesmaids)Bachelor party for groom (groomsmen)

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Selecting a bridal registry early in the wedding planning cycle can easily be one of your most enjoyable and exciting planning functions. Bridal registries are a free service available at many of your city’s finer department and specialty stores. It affords you the opportunity of pre-planning your new home furnishings and guarantees that you’ll be receiving truly welcome gifts from your friends and relatives. You should select your bridal registry as soon as possible after you become engaged. It will function as a helpful guide for selecting gifts for your engagement parties, showers, and of course, wedding. The proper etiquette for informing your guests about your selected bridal registry is to re-quest your bridesmaids, mothers and relatives to spread the word. It is also proper etiquette to in-clude bridal registry information on your wedding invitations.

A bridal registry consultant is more than a sales person. She can help you with coordinating all of the elements that go into furnishing and accessorizing

your first home. Selecting the items to furnish your new home should be a joint effort between you and your fiancé. Your guests may then be confident that their gift will be welcome and wanted. Most importantly, you are allowing your guests to help you and your groom build the sets of china, ster-ling and crystal that will be with you throughout your lifetime. Today’s registries offer you choices from practically every department of the store; china, crystal, housewares, bath accessories, small appliances, furniture, bar accessories, luggage and perhaps even tools. Let your needs and wants guide your choices.

Many stores now have computerized registries which make it even easier to prevent duplication and to inform your guests, especially those shop-ping in branch stores, of your preferences.

You and your groom can use the helpful checklist of household accessories on the next page to help choose items for your bridal registry.

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BAR ACCESSORIESBar Cart Bar Tool SetCoaster SetsCocktail ShakerChampagne FlutesDouble Old-Fashioned GlassesHighball GlassesIce BucketJuice GlassesMargarita GlassesMartini GlassesRed/White WineglassesWater GobletsWine Fridge

BATHWAREBathrobesBath MatBath Towels Hair DryerHand TowelsLotion DispenserTissue HolderToothbrush HolderTub Mat TumblerScaleSoap DispenserShower CurtainShowerheadShower RadioWashcloths

BEDDINGBed Skirt BlanketsComforter Set Duvet Covers Euro ShamsFlat SheetsFitted SheetsMattress PadPillowsPillow ShamsPillow Case Set

DINNERWAREButter DishCake Stand Casual Place SettingsCloth NapkinsCovered CasserolesFormal Place SettingsFormal Silver Flatware Set Gravy Boat/Stand Knife Block

Napkin HolderPlace MatsSalad Bowl/Servers SetServing BowlsServing Platters Soup Tureen and Ladle Stainless Steel FlatwareSteak KnivesSugar and Creamer SetTableclothsTea Kettle

HOME DECORAlarm ClockCandles/HoldersClocksCoffee Tables Framed ArtworkOttomansPicture FramesShelvingSofasTable LampsThrow BlanketsTVsVasesWall ArtWall MirrorsWindow Treatment

HOME APPLIANCESDishwasher DryerWasher

CLEANING & LAUNDRYCarpet Cleaner Garment CleanerHamperHandheld SteamerHandheld VacuumIronIroning BoardMop/BroomTrash CanVacuum

KITCHENBakeware Set Basting BrushesBroiler PanCanister Set Can OpenerCasserole DishCheese GraterCitrus Zester

Coffee MugsCookware Set Cooling RackCorkscrewCutting BoardsGarlic PressIce Cream ScoopKitchen TimerKnife SharpenerMeasuring Cup SetMeasuring Spoon SetMixing Bowls SetOven MittsRoasting PanSalad SpinnerSalt/Pepper ShakerSpice RackStorage/Canister SetsTongsVeggie PeelerWisk

OUTDOORGarden HoseGrillPatio AccessoriesPatio CoversPatio FurniturePatio UmbrellaSnow Blower

SMALL APPLIANCESBlenderCoffeemakerCoffee GrinderDeep FryerDutch OvenEspresso Machine Food ProcessorHand MixerPanini PressRice CookerSlow CookerStand MixerToasterWaffle Maker

TRAVELCarry-on Digital CameraGarment BagPhoto PrinterSuitcase Toiletry KitTravel TotesWheeled Cooler

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TEN TO TWELVE MONTHS BEFOREo Introduce both families and officially announce your engagement o Decide on a budget o Decide type of wedding: Informal or Formal o Create a guest list o Select a tentative wedding dateo Decide on hiring a wedding coordinator o Create a wedding website to share your engagement o Choose your wedding party o Visit and book location of ceremonyo Visit and book your reception siteo Purchase wedding insuranceo Discuss honeymoon planso Start an exercise routine to get in shapeo Start looking at photos for inspirationo Schedule to have engagement photo sittingo Try on wedding dresses and veils. Bring heels, a strapless bra, boy shorts recommended and a hair clip to each appointment, along with this planner book to jot down notes in the Bridal Gown Section

SIX TO NINE MONTHS BEFOREo Choose your officiant and discuss ceremony planso Research floral designs, interview and select floristo Research, Interview and select caterero Research, interview and select wedding photographerso Research, interview and select wedding videographerso Research, Interview and select bands/DJso Order your gown and wedding veilo Browse and purchase wedding dress accessories, including shoes, lingerie, purse, and gloveso Select Men’s Formalwearo Shop and select bridesmaid dresseso Select bridal gift registry and bridal shower registryo Research prices and reserve rooms for out-of-town guestso Send Save-the-dateso Research honeymoon locations and pricing. Book your honeymoon!

Careful planning and scheduling will enable you to truly enjoy every moment of your

Wedding Day. Your arrangements for a formal wedding should begin as soon as you set the date.

Following the time frame here will enable your suppliers to provide the best quality and service.

We recommend sharing some of these planning duties with your fiancé.

TIME TABLES

Proposal Date: Budget Range: Type:Approx. #:Date:Wed Planner:Website:

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TIME TABLESFOUR TO FIVE MONTHS BEFOREo Research, interview and place your order for your wedding invitations

o Research wedding cake designs, meet and book baker

o Discuss menu ideas with your catering manager

o Confirm your bridesmaids ordered their gowns and decide on accessories

o Have your mother and future mother-in-law coordinate and select their dresses

o Shop and Purchase your wedding rings and send for engraving if applicable

o Get ideas for wedding favors

o Confirm dates for bridal showers and bachelorette parties

o Reserve rental equipment such as chairs, linens, tables, tents, etc.

o Research and book your rehearsal dinner location

o Get ideas for wedding hair and makeup

o Notify any family or friends whom you would like to give readings, sing solos, serve as guest book attendant, serve as an extra photography assistant etc.

o Interview and hire any additional management staff and babysitters if needed

o Give your guest list to shower hostesses and check that your registry has enough items and update wedding website

TWO TO THREE MONTHS BEFOREo Finalize guest list

o Book makeup artist and hairstylist

o Order your wedding favors

o Start browsing and purchase wedding accessories like ring pillow, candles, baskets, ect.

o Consider signing up for dance classes

o Purchase gifts for each other and your parents

o Confirm tuxes have been ordered for groom/groomsmen

o Prep for your honeymoon

o Finalize wedding transportation

o Select your music for the ceremony, cocktail hour, and reception, and review with musicians / singers

o Finalize rehearsal dinner plans and order rehearsal invitations, menus, table numbers, escort cards, and any other stationery accessories

o Mail invitations eight weeks before your wedding day

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ONE TO TWO MONTHS BEFOREo Have your first bridal gown fitting

o Finalize ceremony readings and songs, and review with performers

o Order liquor/beverages not handled by caterer

o Meet with your officiant to finalize the ceremony, including attendant formations

o Begin writing your vows if applicable

o Write thank-you notes for bridal showers and early wedding gifts

o Research where to get your marriage license

o Prepare a must-have photo shot list for your wedding photographer and videographer

o Schedule the bridesmaids’ luncheon and buy attendant gifts

o Whiten teeth for your wedding day

o Consider liability insurance for your reception location

THREE TO FOUR WEEKS BEFOREo Finalize your jewelry selections

o Finalize your “must play” and “don’t play” music lists and review with musicians

o Practice your first dance wearing your bridal shoes

o Design and order your wedding program

o Confirm honeymoon and travel arrangements

o Call guests who haven’t RSVP’d

o Pick up your wedding rings

o Get your marriage license, typically no earlier than 30 days before the wedding

o Research how to change your name

o Mail your rehearsal-dinner invitations

o Purchase small candles, candies, and mints for your guest powder room

o Meet with your stylist to discuss and test the perfect makeup and hairstyle

TWO WEEKS BEFOREo Have your final wedding gown fitting

o Finalize and share your wedding-day schedule (including receiving-line order)

o Confirm all of your beauty appointments

o Confirm pick-up times, schedules, and addresses with your wedding-day transportation

o Pick up the groom’s formalwear

o Finalize your vows for the ceremony

o Get your hair colored and trimmed

o Confirm final headcount

o Give final attendance numbers to vendors and confirm final date/time for pick-ups after wedding

o Pick up your wedding dress!

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ONE WEEK BEFOREo Pack for your wedding night and honeymoon

o Create a “wedding box” to gather your ceremony accessories (marriage license, candles, ring pillow, basket, guest book) and assign someone to transport

o Prepare a “reception box” for accessories such as guest books, cameras, toasting goblets, cake toppers, etc., and assign someone to transport

o Prepare all of your wedding favors for transportation to reception venue and assign someone to move them

o Finalize your seating arrangements (making sure you involve both sets of parents) and submit to caterer

o Prepare place cards

o Confirm dates/times/locations for all photo and video sessions the day of the wedding

o Confirm dates/times/locations with all vendors

THE DAY BEFOREo Prepare a list of payment envelopes – including tips – earmarking who is responsible for distributing to vendors

o Hand out assignment lists and checklists to ensure everyone knows their tasks including person responsible for transporting gifts

o Hand out ceremony box to appropriate person

o Hand out reception box to appropriate person

o Hand out favor box to appropriate person

o Assign someone to mail your announcement cards

o Gather together your wedding dress, accessories, and bridal emergency kit

o Get a manicure, pedicure, and massage

o Rehearse ceremony with officiant and wedding party

THE WEDDING DAYo Your day has arrived! You may be nervous, but try to eat breakfast and drink plenty of fluids

o Take a lavender bath or practice yoga

o Be sure to wear a button-down shirt for your hair and makeup appointments

AFTER THE WEDDINGo Get your wedding dress cleaned and preserved

o Preserve your bouquet

o Write and mail your thank-you notes

o Complete your name-change kit

o Check into your store’s bridal registry completion program

o Meet with photographer and videographer to finalize albums/video

Now Relax! And enjoy your new journey together !

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Greeter(s)

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Reception Site:

Music / Entertainment:

Ceremony:

Floral / Decorations:

Attire Cost:

Photographer / Videographer

FoodDrinksCakeLocation FeeService Fee (wait staff, bartenders, valet)Rentals (tables, chairs, etc.)Decorations (other than floral)Other:

Bridal DressTuxedosHeadpiece, VeilJewelry (other than wedding rings)ShoesGarterAccessoriesOther:

PhotographerEngagement SittingVideographerAlbumsPhoto BoothOther:

DJ’sBand/Musicians for the CeremonyBand/Musicians for the ReceptionOther:

BouquetsBoutonnieresCorsages for the MothersCeremony FlowersReception FlowersOther:

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Wedding FavorsGifts for the BridesmaidsGifts for the GroomsmenGifts for the ParentsGifts for Each OtherOther:

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Officiant:

Wedding Planner:

Email:

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Phone Number:

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Available Dates: Available Times:

Colors: Decor Ideas:

Name of Location:

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Slightly Included: Imperfections are visible under 10x magnification, and may be visible with the unaided eye. A good diamond value.

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Intro Song for the Bridal Party:

Grandparents of Bride:

Parents of Bride:

Parents of Groom:

DJ or Band:

Grandparents of Groom:

Bridesmaids

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Maid of Honor Best Maid:

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MUSIC SELECTION

Notes:

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Intro Song for Bride and Groom:

Anniversary Dance / Song:

Centerpiece Giveaway:

Cake Cutting Song:

Bouquet Toss:

Garter Off:

Garter Toss:

Garter On Bouquet Winner:

Bride’s Dance With Father:

Groom’s Dance With Mother:

Last Song For Bride & Groom:

Bride and Grooms First Dance:

Blessing By:

Toast by Other:

Toast by Maid of Honor:

Toast by Best Man:

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Bride and Groom Introduced As:

Whole or Half: Bridal Party Joins In: YES NO

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PREFERRED SONGSColor In The StarsTo Rate The Song

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TIME SCHEDULE OF EVENTSDay of Wedding:

Rehearsal Date: Rehearsal Time: Rehearsal Dinner Location: Dinner Time:

6:00 am: 6:30 am:

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FLOWER CHOICESbride:

Maid of honor:

groomsmen:

Ushers:

bridesmaids:

Ring bearer:

Flower girl(s):

groom:

best Man:

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Hair FlowerBody Flower

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BouquetHair FlowerBody Flower

BouquetHair FlowerBody Flower

BouquetHead PiecePetalsBasket

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BoutonniereRing PillowOther

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Grandmother of the Bride/Groom:

Father of the bride:

Grandfather of the Bride/Groom:

Father of the groom:

Mother of the bride:

Mother of the groom:

Corsage

Corsage

Bout

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Boutonniere

Boutonniere

Corsage

Corsage

Church / Ceremony Site:

Reception Site:

AltarChurch DoorsRunnerBowsEntrywayGazeboUnity CandleUnity SandOther

EntryPlace CardsGuest BookBarCocktail HourBuffetChairTable Decor

Head TableVotive CandlesCake TableCake FlowersGift TableBathroomRental Glass


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BRIDAL GOWNStyle

Trains Veils bustlingOther

neckline Waistline Sleeves

A-LineBallerinaBallgownEmpireMermaidSheath

ChapelCourtCathedralFishtailWatteauRoyal or MonarchPuddle or Sweep

BirdcageFlyawayBlusherFountainElbowPoufWaterfall

FingertipWaltzFloor-lengthMantillaSweep or ChapelCathedral

Standard BustleFrench Bustle

LaceBeadingEmbroideryRuchingBelt

Strapless SweetheartSquareJewelV-neckHalter

NaturalPrincesss SeamingBasqueDroppedAsymmetricalEmpire

PortraitSpaghetti StrapBateauAsymmetricOff-the-shoulderScoop

FittedCapFlutterIllusionJulietBell

bridal Shop: name:StyleNecklineWaistlineSleevesTrainVeils BustleDesignerStyle #Cost

StyleNecklineWaistlineSleevesTrainVeils BustleDesignerStyle #Cost

StyleNecklineWaistlineSleevesTrainVeils BustleDesignerStyle #Cost

What I liked about the dress:



What Looks and Feels the Best:

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Banquet & Reception Facilities Amarante’s Sea Cliff 7, 98 Ann Howard @ The Bond 8 Villa Bianca 9

Bridal Coordinator & Wedding Planners Paisley Events 11

Bridal Shops Marie Antoinette Bridal Salon 16 Marie’s Bridal Shoppe 13 Molly Couture Bridal 15 Lucille’s Bridal Shop 14

Bridal Shows Everything Bridal Shows 19 Jenks Productions 20 Wedding Steps 18

Cakes Creative Cakes by Donna 23 Luigi’s Italian Pastries 24 Purdy Hill Bakery 22

Caterers Catering By Christine 26 David M. Grant Caterers 26 Spice Catering Group 27

Favors & Gifts LinDesign Baskets 29, IFC

Flowers Broad Brook Gardens 31 Flower Barn 31

Formalwear Zaccariello’s Tailor & Formal Wear 33

For The Home Atlantic Closets 35 Normal Aquatics 35

Honeymoon & Travel Minucci Travel 37

Oyster Bay Beach Resort St Maarten 38-39

Invitations Willows Glen 41

Jewelers Accessories We Love 42 Gach Jewelers 43 Jewels By Viggi 44 MJ Thomas Ltd Jewelers 45

Music & Entertainment Musically Yours 47

Officiants Bob Tendler 48

Photo Booths ShutterBooth 51 Top Hat Photo booths 50

Photographers JD Photography 55 Impulse Photography 54 Studio 1923 Photographic Artists 53

Rentals Chair Affair 57 Ct Rental Center 58

Salons & Health Spas Shampoo One 60-61 Transcend Mind Body Training 59

Transportation Michael’s Limousine 62-63

Videography Classic Video Productions 65

Workbook SectionBridal Gown Checklist 92-93Bridal Registry Items 71Bridal Shops 96 Ceremony / Reception Worksheet 80-81 Directory 94Flower Choices Worksheet 90-91 Guest List 82-83 Jewelry Shops 95Jewelry Worksheet 84 Music Selection Worksheet 86-88Newly Engaged Editorial 66-70 Photography / Videography Worksheet 85 Time Schedule of Events 89 Time Tables 72-75Wedding Budget Checklist 78-79Wedding Planner 76-77

DIRECTORY LISTING JEWELRY SHOPS


DIRECTORY LISTING JEWELRY SHOPS

Cappiello Jewelers301 Main St., Danbury(203) 743-3178

David Harvey Jewelers995 Post Rd., Darien(203) 838-0627

David Harvey Jewelers51 Wall St., Norwalk(203) 838-0627

Diamonds Designs500 Boston Post Rd., Orange(203) 799-7999

Fairfield Center Jewelers1498 Post Rd., Fairfield(203) 259-5693

Gach JewelersRoute 111/ 470 Monroe Turnpike, Monroe(203) 261-6173

Henry B Reid Jewelers1591 Post Rd., Fairfield(203) 255-0447

Hochberg Jewelers Ltd.945 White Plains Rd., Trumbull(203)261-5005

Jewelry by Rose227 Greenwich Ave., Greenwich(203) 869-4054

Jewels by Viggi40 Greenwich Ave., Greenwich(203) 622-2900

Libero Jewelers32 C Middletown Ave., North Haven(203) 624-0525

Manfredi121 Greenwich Ave., Greenwich(203) 622-1414

M.J. Thomas LTD. Jewelers3637 Main St., Stratford(203) 377-4110

Shaw Jewelers525 Tunxis Hill Cut Off, Fairfield(203) 367-0777

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A Little Something White1292 Boston Post Rd., Darien (203) 309-5110

Allure Bridal Shop & Florist123 High Ridge Rd., Stamford(203) 329-7926

Atiana’s Boutique1571 Boston Post Rd., Milford(203) 877-7700

Bliss Bridal116 South Main St., Cheshire(203) 250-3390

Bridal Trousseau529 Main St., Branford(203) 488-1552

Classic Brides By Eva88 Ryder’s Lane, Stratford(203) 378-9074

Dama Bianca Bridal1127 Post Rd., Fairfield(203) 292-6136

Delianne Bridal & Formal Wear541 Wolcott St., Waterbury(203) 574-7955

Double P Bridal2474 Main St., Bridgeport(203) 870-8312

Dynamite Designs Boutique1157 No. Colony Rd., Wallingford(203) 269-4337

Elizabeth Richard Gifts951 Chase Parkway, Waterbury(203) 754-4438

Exclusive Bridal Shoppe470 West Putnam Ave., Greenwich(203) 869-6515

Harold’s Bridal19 Elm St., New Haven(203) 562-4156

His and Hers Formal Fashions LLC31 Woodtick Rd., Waterbury(203) 573-9001

Joan’s Bridal Boutique3803 Main St., Bridgeport(203) 373-7800

Julie Allen Bridals154 South Main St., Newtown(203) 426-4378

Lucille’s Bridal Shop/ Val’s Formalwear236 Boston Post Rd., Orange(203) 795-0546 / (203) 799-9544

Majesty Bridal Boutique181 Main St., Danbury(203) 730-1784

Marie Antoinette1 Derby Ave., Derby(203) 734-4169

Marie’s Bridal Shoppe2337 Black Rock Turnpike, Fairfield(203) 372-5712

Mia Bridal Boutique169 Center St., Wallingford(203) 284-3398

Molly Couture715 Lakewood Rd., Waterbury(203) 617-8593

Occasions6 PT Barnum Square, Bethel(203) 791-2425

Royal Weddings Bridal42 Federal Rd., Danbury(203) 794-0171

Simply Couture23 State St., North Haven(203) 234-8046

Sposa Bella Bridal Shop320 Kings Highway East, Fairfield(203) 330-0820

Sukrans Bridal &Tuxedos563 Westport Ave., Norwalk(203) 847-0607

The Bridal Suite95 Bedford St., Stamford(203) 964-1404

BRIDAL SHOPS

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