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FEATurEsFashion That sets the stage: Wedding Wear to Dress up Any setting ...................13

Beauty That Lasts a Lifetime ....................................................................................23

romantic, Vintage, Classic Hairstyles .....................................................................25

Detailed Décor: stylish Table Tops That Dress up Your Venue ..............................26

simply stunning: Blooms Go Back to Basics ..........................................................33

Memorable Music: More Than a Piece of the Puzzle .............................................37

Destination Weddings Are About Location ...........................................................38

You Are Cordially Invited: Wedding Invitations Give Guests Glimpse of Day ............41

Building a strong Foundation .................................................................................43

Painting a Timeless Portrait of Love .........................................................................44

Desserts That Take the Cake ....................................................................................46

Green Cuisine: using Local Products in Wedding Fare Lessens Carbon Footprint ....51

Turning Ordinary Into Extraordinary: Transforming the reception .........................53

rEAL WEDDINGsshelby (Frost) & samuel Plitzuweit ........................................................................57

Kristin (Hovel) & Jason Krueger ..............................................................................59

Kari (Flicek) & Jacob Feldman ................................................................................61

Mia (Krackow) & Ben Lodahl ..................................................................................63

Laurel (Wedel) & Jeffrey Johnson ..........................................................................65

Kristin (Langfoss) & scott Hagen ............................................................................67

IN EVErY IssuELetter From the Publishers ......................................................................................10

Planning, Budget, Marriage License ........................................................................49

reception Guide ....................................................................................................69

Advertisers Index ...................................................................................................74

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Letter from the Publishers

“Will you marry me?”Saying “yes” to this question is easy and only natural if it is coming from the one you

love, the one you want to be with forever. But the extensive planning that follows as you choose your wedding date and embark on organizing the details of venues, attire, floral, décor, and more is often anything but natural, and sometimes creates enough tension and drama that brides begin to wonder if it’s “I do” or “I don’t.”

Yes, you can! This issue of The Wedding Magazine can help. With eight pages of gor-geous bridal fashion, six pages of stunning tabletop designs, photos of elegant floral and scrumptious desserts created exclusively for this issue by local businesses, as well as budget, timeline, and license information, and many other useful details, we are here to make your wedding planning easier, more natural, and enjoyable.

And speaking of natural, one of the top wedding trends these days is just that—with eco-friendly and vintage details. Everything from wearing your grandmother’s wedding dress and dining on organic, local cuisine as illustrated in our “Green Cuisine” menus on page 51 to using natural fabrics and repurposed décor as described in our article on transform-ing reception venues on page 53. For the bride who wants to escape most of the planning rigors and simply ride off into the sunset, a destination wedding is in order. Find out more about the simplicity of destination weddings on page 38.

The Wedding Magazine is our gift to you, thanks to the support of local advertisers, pho-tographers, and wedding vendors. Together, we hope you enjoy the stunning beauty, latest trends, and fabulous ideas designed to inspire and infuse you with the passion for “I do!”

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As a bride-to-be, you can expect all eyes on you on your special day—from the moment you walk down the aisle to letting loose on the dance floor—so it’s no surprise that you want your skin,

hair, and figure looking their best. But all too often, the pampering is short-lived. Your wedding day is the start of your new life, so why not make your pre-wedding makeover plans include more than day-of changes? Make a decision to make lifestyle changes for a healthier you.

FOREVER “GLOwING” skIN As the big day approaches, it’s not uncommon for brides to hit the tanning salon or try new facial creams and cleansers, hoping to achieve a refreshing, youthful glow. But the real key is to use sun-screen, a daily cleansing routine, and professional skin treatments, not just in preparation for the wedding—but forever. According to Aesthetician Emily Doherty of Natural Beauty LLC, the earlier you start, the better. “It’s important to get a monthly facial to help age you gracefully, so down the road you don’t have to go to extremes,” she says. “I can’t tell you how many times clients come in and say, ‘I wish I had started at a younger age.’” Doherty advises staying away from tanning beds, which accelerate aging and accentuate wrinkles. Instead, she recommends a spray tan and powdered sunscreen that won’t clog your pores or remove your makeup. She also stresses the importance of using a gentle cleanser and moisturizer in the morning and at night and exfoliating once or twice weekly. Whether you are pre-or post-wedding, you can also go to a salon for professional microdermabrasion treatments to remove dead skin cells and rid the skin of fine lines, acne scars, and sun damage, leaving you with a clean glow. “It’s a great way to pamper yourself while still benefiting your skin,” Doherty says.

A VOw FOR hEALthIER hAIR What to do for your hair? Hair products abound—curling irons and flat irons are “hot,” and boxed dyes are easily accessible. After awhile, the products and the irons can do significant damage to your hair. So, instead of splurging on treatments and touch-ups at the salon a few weeks before the wedding, take care of your hair along the way by purchasing heat protection products and going in for a haircut every four to six weeks, says Tiffany Heimer, a stylist at Sue Kolve’s Salon & Day Spa. For more drastic cuts and colors, Heimer stresses finding an expert you trust to do the work for you. “If it’s any type of chemical service, get it done by a professional,” she says. “We fix a lot of people that try to play kitchen beautician.” To rejuvenate hair shine, eliminate frizz, or mend your split ends, Heimer believes paying for professional conditioning treatments once a month is worth the money. For many clients, it’s an added

mental de-stressor. “We have people come in and turn their cell phones off, sit in the chair, close their eyes, and really treat them-selves,” she says.

BE mINdFUL OF yOUR FIGURE Maintaining a healthy, fit figure is probably one of the most desired but more difficult beauty habits to master. Reaching and sus-taining your ideal weight isn’t just about keeping up with an exercise routine. Owner of Brilliant Bodywork, Stephanie Andresen-Stevens believes in the power of organic foods and herbal supplements for developing a healthy mind and body. “My biggest belief is that the food we eat should be living and given to us from a natural source,” she says. “You need to think about what you’re doing to your body and the chemical reaction.” This includes being mindful of eating in moderation and evaluating whether you’re eating to nourish your body or simply eating to eat. Andresen-Stevens also suggests trying a M’lis detoxification program to aid in losing weight and cleansing the body of waste and toxins, especially in the colon, where Andresen-Stevens says 95 percent of diseases begin. But along with supplements and proper eating habits, you must also harness the motivation to make it last forever. “There is no magic pill,” Andresen-Stevens says. “You have to get your mind right and your body will follow.” In the end, it takes dedication, both at home, and often with the experts, to bring your beauty full circle, and there’s no reason why your pre-wedding changes can’t evolve into a lifelong plan to be car-ried out over many, happily married years. a

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“This look is a study in contrasts. We took the natural beauty of this rustic location and transformed it into a stunning ballroom, playing up all of the attributes by suspending candles and floral from the ceiling. This is an organic, seasonal, and elegant look.”

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“This look is about the bursts of summer colors. We played off of the apple-green colors in this natural setting by accenting it with corals, greens, and yellows. It’s elegant, yet unexpected.”

- Nancy Flottmeyer, Weddings by Nancy

Design, chalk menu: Weddings by Nancy. Floral centerpiece: Monet Floral & Gifts. Table and chairs: Topps Elite Tent Rentals. silverware: The Waterfront Restaurant & Tavern.

Linens: BBJ Linens. Napkin accent and dinnerware: Touch of Class.


Design, stationery, linens, napkins, chair covers, stemware, plates, silverware: Wedding Day Designs. Floral centerpiece, gerbera daisy chair accents: La Crosse Floral.

Table: Topps Elite Tent Rentals. Black chargers: The Waterfront Restaurant & Tavern.

“This look is very dramatic and classy. The black and white adds elegance and drama, yet combines nicely with trendy honeysuckle. The design is very versatile. For an inside look, it gives one effect. Outside, it makes all of the colors pop.”

- Meghann Todd, Wedding Day Designs


“I chose a yellow and gray color palette because it feels like a very simple combina-tion, but it creates an elegant statement. The floral lends an eye-catching flair, and the red accents create added impact.”

- Crystal Layland, Toast

Design, stationery, chargers, candles: Toast. Floral centerpiece: sunshine Floral. Table: Topps Elite Tent Rentals. Chairs: Wedding Day Designs. Linens, napkins: BBJ Linens.

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“My inspiration for this look was the blend of vibrant blues and greens with the added bling of rhinestones. The feathers and peacock accents lend elegance and a touch of whimsy.”

-Tanya Dais, Shirley Elaine Weddings

Design, table, stationery, cylinders, candles, chargers: shirley Elaine Weddings. Floral: Liberty Floral & Gifts. Chairs: Majestic Tents & Events. Linens, napkins: BBJ Linens. silverware: The Waterfront Restaurant & Tavern.


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Hot pink orchids submerged in a tall cylindrical vase, green kermit mums on a crisp black lapel, a single blue hydrangea in a mason jar. The trend in wedding flowers leans toward

simple, smaller, and natural. Get inspiration for your floral décor by tapping into today’s trends. Then swing the doors wide open. The pos-sibilities are endless.

COLOR pALEttE swINGs FROm VIBRANt tO mUtEdThe hot colors of the moment are the bold, vibrant ones. Think

sour apple green, bright orange, yellow, hot pink, purple, or blue. The more muted, feminine look—soft lavenders, pinks, and creams—re-main classic. To update this romantic look, Ben Skemp of Monét Floral says many brides pair the muted tones with silver or platinum. Consult your florist and look online at color trends when selecting your palette. Websites like pantone.com and colorschemedesigner.com let you find color trends and complementary or monochromatic color schemes. Once you choose colors, the floral selection begins. Flowers with a higher petal count or larger bloom, like peonies, gerbera daisies, dahlias, hydrangeas,

sunrise calla lilies, coffee break roses, orange proteas with grevlia leaves. Created by sunshine Floral.seasonal wildflower bouquet with echinacea, equesetum, viburnum, teasel, eupatoreum purpureum, and

sweet flag wrapped in sedge grass. Created by shining Hills Farm & Gardens.


Ivory spray roses, white lisianthus, ivory roses, white alstro-

meria, white stock, white freesia, pink cymbidium, champagne

spray roses, light purple dendrobium orchids, bear grass, and

Italian ruscus. Created by Monet Floral & Gifts.

Peach gerbera daisies, pink spray roses, seeded eucalyptus, pink

anthurium, peach hypericum berries, pink limon, sage begonia

leaves, and dahlia buds. Created by Cottage Garden Floral.

Queen Anne’s lace, rosemary, green button mums, hosta leaves,

amaranthus, misty blue limon, white scabiosa, green cymbidium

orchids, and globe allium. Created by Cottage Garden Floral.

Fantail willow, veronicastrum, lysimachia, eupatoreum

perfoliatum, Queen Anne’s lace, and alchemilla. Created by

Shining Hills Farm & Gardens.

Spider mums, hydrangea, leucadendron, fresh lotus pods,

hanging amaranthus, and viburnum berry. Created by

La Crosse Floral.

Nuts and berries bouquet with blueberry, elderberry,

raspberry, hazelnut, viburnum, and fantail willow. Created by

Shining Hills Farm & Gardens.

Hydrangea, pink tiaga roses, orange gerbera daisies, and

orange mambo spray roses from La Crosse Floral.

Ivory spray roses; salmon, coral, peach, and merlot roses; green

hydrangeas; burgundy hen and chick succulent; peach stock;

moss balls; and copper wire. Created by Monet Floral & Gifts.

Eskimo roses, purple hydrangeas, hypericum berries,

schwarwalder calla lilies with salal leaves. Created by

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and certain types of roses are most popular, says Skemp. Simple elegance that shimmers. What’s unpopular right now is a wedding that looks mass-produced. Weddings woven with originality and homespun-goodness are most popular, which is why brides often turn to the Internet and bridal magazines for inspiration. “Today’s brides want a classy look with simple elegance,” says Holly Palbicki, Sunshine Floral. One way Palbicki achieves this, is to “use, per-haps, one or three hydrangeas, calla lilies, or roses in a beautiful vase. Set the vase on a mir-ror and add some votives, and you have a really pretty centerpiece.” Skemp’s customers also like the simplicity and the romance achieved with candlelight. One of his favorite arrange-ments is submerged herbs. “I’ll put cilantro, really loosely and lightly, in a clear cylinder so you can see through it. I’ll add a low candle cylinder nearby, lighting up the tall one so it just shimmers.”

The shape of Things—a cascading Trend

Cindy Thesing of La Crosse Floral predicts that the April royal wedding between Prince William and Princess Kate will inspire a trend for more cascade-type bouquets. Until then, the nosegay, a round arrangement of densely packed blooms, often with a hand-tied stem, remains popular for brides and attendants. Thesing says, these bouquets “have a lot of pep, are very colorful, and show up well in pictures.”

Corsages for mothers and other special relatives and friends are also changing shape. Gone are the days of pin-ons and wristlets. Palbicki says some mothers are choosing to attach flowers to their evening bags or carry a small nosegay instead. Skemp says his custom-ers love the “tussie mussie,” which he describes as a small, round nosegay bouquet carried in a silver ice-cream-cone vessel. Tussie mussies herald back to Victorian days when blooms were handpicked from gardens and combined for their symbolic meaning.

LeTTing naTure insideBringing the outdoors in and infusing wed-

dings with a more natural look remains popular. Using birch bark, moss, feathers, berries, branches, ferns, burlap, and twine has become common. Sometimes it is a reflection of the wedding’s theme or venue—especially if held out-doors—but for some, it’s just pure preference. Skemp uses a lot of river rock in his tablescapes for people who want that hometown, right on the Mississippi River feel. For one look, Skemp says, “I take an eight-inch fish bowl, put river rock inside it, put river rock outside the bowl, and make it look like a swaying river so it’s kind of heavy around the bowl and gets thinner along the table.” Then he’ll lay several birch branches over the rock, put a little moss down, and float one huge bloom in the bowl.

Natural, outdoor elements have found their way into boutonnières as well—like fiddle fern or bear grass. Most have lost the “corsage” shape and tend toward the more unique, masculine look. “For instance, it might just have berries on the lapel,” says Skemp. “That’s very big. Maybe just a tad of feathers if it’s a fall wedding.”

Make iT Your ownEven though couples tend to use popular

colors, flowers, and shapes in their arrange-ments, there are still many unique elements. To make your day a reflection of who you are as a couple, think about your interests, pas-sions, and hobbies. If you met at a vineyard, use wine bottles to hold flowers and corks for place cards. If you both love books, stack them under your centerpieces or use bookcases as part of an arbor. Some brides use ostrich feathers or their grandmother’s brooch in their bouquets. Others might have huge, clear vases filled with lemons, limes, or oranges at their reception. Thesing recently helped decorate a wedding using 150 origami paper cranes. “No cookie-cutter things are going on this year,” she says. “The weddings are all very individual.” a

Sahara roses, mini lotus pods, hypericum berries, grevellia,

ochre-colored crystals strung through bear grass. The handle

is wrapped in burlap with a crystal band and pheasant

feathers. Created by Liberty Floral and Gifts.

White asiatic lilies, white dendrobium orchids, scabiosa, dusty

miller, and lily grass. Created by Liberty Floral and Gifts.

Winter holiday bouquet with white peonies, cranberry

viburnum, white pine, scotch pine, cedar, and dogwood.

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In planning your wedding, each piece of the puzzle combines to create the day you and your groom imagine. But no piece

has as much impact on your guests’ moods as the music.

dJs OFFER thE spICE OF LIFEIf you and your groom like variety, a DJ

may be the right choice. Experienced DJs offer everything from big band and disco to rock and country. “A DJ allows you to play the widest variety of music and cater to the varied musical taste, no matter the age, of the guests,” says Tyson Pichette, owner of TNT Explosive DJ, along with his wife, Tonja. In a typical four-hour period, you can only play about 80-85 songs. “We recommend choosing no more than 40-50 songs that you absolutely want played and leaving the rest to the experience of your DJ,” says Tyson.

A good DJ, say the Pichettes, can play ceremony through reception, typically costs less than live music, and assists onsite. DJs “should be able to jump in and take control of any situ-ation in a calm, professional manner. They are often one of the first ones at the venue and one of the last to go home. Because a good DJ knows the order of the events, he/she should be able to step in and keep things running smoothly and on time,” says Tonja.

NO tICkEt REqUIREdWhile DJs offer economy and have the most

options for variety, bands offer a live experi-

ence, without the price of admission. “Music is an art and to have the opportunity to be able to have this art created right before your eyes is an experience that creates special memories that will be remembered by all,” says Jesus Arellano, bandleader for Three Beers ’Til Dubuque, which plays swing, funk, rock, and jazz. Dan Sebranek of String Ties agrees. “Having a live band is much more personal for a celebration. The interaction with couples and guests can be very fun. When we play, we are very open to what is going on and want to make it as enjoy-able to the wedding party as possible,” he says. Playing bluegrass, swing, old country, and jazz standards from the ‘30s to the ‘40s, String Ties’ offers something for everyone. When we play, says Sebranek, “people like to get on the floor and kick up their heels.”

Couples preferring a more serene environ-ment, whether for ceremony, cocktail music, or reception, might prefer instrumental groups. Bluffside Consort offers classical, pop, Irish, or other types of music and can accompany vocalists. “Our trio has a unique and beautiful blend of both woodwind and string sounds. The contrasting, yet complementary, sounds of the flute, oboe, and cello make a great and last-ing impression on the guests and bridal party,” says Mary Beth Hensel, oboist.

tRUst thE pROFEssIONALsNo matter which option you choose,

with a little pre-planning, what you wish can be achieved. Hensel suggests couples begin

the music selection process with their wish list and remain open to suggestions. “The couples choices can usually be fulfilled with no problem, but in the end, balance, fit, and flow is what will make the ceremony so very memorable. That is the job of the profes-sionals,” says Hensel. a

tIps FROm thE pROsWhether you want a DJ, instrumental-

ist, or a band, there are a few tips the experts recommend for your day to run smoothly. (Courtesy of TNT Explosive DJ, Bluffside Consort, String Ties, and Three Beers ’Til Dubuque.)• Find out what people are saying about a DJ or band. Ask for references and don’t be afraid to call them. • Book your entertainment six months to a year or more in advance. Since musicians and DJs can only book one wedding per day, dates fill quickly. • Be willing to pay more for quality. • List unusual requests directly on the contract. Be specific. • Make sure the entertainment has early access to your venue.Find out how long your entertainment needs for setup and allow for it. If your entertainment is doing ceremony and reception, allow for enough time for them to take down and set up between venues and events. • Review plans one month prior to the event. • Relax and trust in your entertainment professional.

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Can you imagine your wedding gown blowing in a tropical breeze? Can you smell the thick ocean air; feel your body sway to the rhythm of the steel drum and the sound of your vows

spoken in a foreign tongue? If it’s “yes,” then you’re a perfect fit for a destination wedding or tropical resort honeymoon.

GEt AdVICE FROm thE ExpERtsBefore you jump on a flight to the Bahamas, contact a travel agent

and find out what they offer. Many young couples are accustomed to searching for Internet deals, however that type of planning could cause a failed destination wedding. “I can help couples with questions from re-sorts to charter flights to all the details of a destination wedding,” says Tracey Hummel, who is a certified destination wedding and honeymoon specialist for Travel Leaders/Goli’s Avenues of Travel. Specialists like Hummel can recite the wedding regulations for each country on their certification list. “Blood tests are required in some countries, oth-ers have wait periods, meaning you have to be in the country a few days before you can marry,” she explains. “You want to make sure your paper-work is in order and your marriage is legal.”

ChOICEs, ChOICEs—hONEymOON OR wEddING?Should you choose an all-inclusive or a more standard hotel? “It

really depends on your personal taste,” says Hummel. “All-inclusives are just that, food, drinks, non-motorized water sports, evening entertain-ment, and great wedding packages.” Many all-inclusive locations offer the wedding ceremony at no extra cost. “Some locations offer a private rehearsal dinner in additon to the ceremony,” Hummel says.

Honeymooners may want to book at a couples- or adults-only resort in one of their favorite destinations. They are often a little more luxuri-ous, without the wristbands. But if you are into tasting more exotic local cuisine, tromping through local markets, and sipping fine wine, then stick with the standard, European plan, which means, “just the room.”

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sEt yOUR wAtCh tO IsLANd tImE Once you decide to fly away, send out “save the date” postcards to

your guest list instructing them to call your travel agent for details. Then, relax. One benefit of a destination wedding is less stress. “I work with each guest’s budget to plan the length and needs of their stay,” says Hum-mel. “I also notify the hotel’s onsite wedding planner and make certain they contact you.” Onsite wedding planners take away much of the plan-ning stress—leaving you more time for fun.

sNORkELING, zIp LINEs, CAtAmARAN CRUIsEs, ANd mOREMany resorts and honeymoon locales offer a wide range of activities.

Want to feel like Tarzan? Zip-line tours are a top excursion choice for wedding parties and honeymooners. Climb rope ladders into the canopy of the forest and slide through the trees for an amazing view of local flora and fauna. “Catamaran cruises are popular as well because guests of all ages can enjoy the tour,” says Hummel. Many resorts are now adding ocean trampolines, sea kayaks, and beach bikes.

With more couples choosing destination weddings, the options for the bride and groom are endless. From Australia to Mexico, Dominican Re-public to Hawaii, resorts and hotels are catering to the newlyweds and their families, offering wedding packages with free nights and room upgrades.

dEstINAtION wEddING tIpsSource: Tracey Hummel, Travel Leaders/Goli’s Avenues of Travel• Find an agent who knows the country rules and regulations. • Although you’re working with experts, be prepared to have a more laidback attitude with your foreign onsite wedding planner. • Don’t be surprised by who attends. People you never imagined would come will use this as a vacation. Others you expected, will shy away from travel. • Go on at least one offsite excursion to get to know the local culture and gain new experiences. All-inclusive resorts are great for providing everything onsite, but tip well and the drinks will taste better. a


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We all remember the excitement of opening a beautifully crafted invitation. There’s anticipation, curiosity, and a sense that you, as a guest, are special. And with a little know-how you can

recreate that experience with an invitation that offers a glimpse of what’s ahead—a wedding with a style, tone, and theme that is uniquely yours.

A RAINBOw OF OptIONsIn today’s invitations, “the most noticeable change we’ve seen is color

and more color,” says Joy Martin, wedding consultant from Miller Quik Print. “Brides are moving away from the traditional one-color invites to ones that catch your attention.” Brides now have a limitless palette of colors from which to choose—subtle shades borrowed from nature, a particular hue that conveys a special theme, or a color so versatile that it carries seamlessly over to table settings and floral arrangements. And if you’re looking for a color that rarely goes out of style, purple is the color of choice.

Vicky Williamson of Express Printing notes that metallic enhance-ments and embellishments are increasingly popular. Invitations adorned with small rhinestones, tiny opaque beads, or fanciful flowers, ribbons, and bows bring life and texture to your invitation. “It’s fun creating an invitation that is distinctly yours,” says Martin.

A FORm FOR ANy styLECouples not only have an array of colors at their disposal, they also

can choose from a variety of forms to portray their event. Traditional: Time-honored and elegant, the traditional wedding

invitation works well for couples looking for an understated approach to announcing their big day. Reminiscent of customary wedding styles, the traditional invitation includes the invitation, RSVP, and the reception card tucked into a matching envelope. Brides can express individuality by adding a splash of color to the standard one-color motif.

Pocketinvitations: Wedding-day announcements are bundled into

one, all-inclusive stationery package. Fashionable and fun, this option unfolds to reveal the invitation with accompanying RSVP, reception cards, and directions stacked neatly one behind the other on an alternate panel. Many layouts are available for this style, allowing couples to create a personalized, chic original.

Sealandsend: Similar to the pocket invitations, this single-piece design unfolds, presenting your invitation, reception information, and a perforated RSVP card to your guests. Simple, yet tasteful, this style elimi-nates the need of an envelope and inserts. Add photographs, eye-catching borders, or your own artwork for individualized flare and interest.

Modern: The sky is the limit for couples wanting to add a modern twist to their invitations. Custom-made and innovative, these invitations borrow ideas from standard fare and tweak the originals by employing bold colors, expressive fonts, and embellishments. These unique invita-tions are well suited for weddings with a specific theme.

And don’t let your imagination stop there. Placeholders, programs, and thank you cards can be trimmed to complement your invitations—adding balance to your entire wedding. “Your wedding is such an excit-ing time,” says Martin. “Have fun announcing it.” a

whAt tO kNOw BEFORE yOU pRINtTheme,colors,andbudget. This will pare down the amount of sample

invitations you’ll be shown and help with font and border selections.Guests. Lessen the chance of ordering duplicate invitations by knowing

how many couples and families are on your guest list.Timeandplace. Double-check the times, addresses, and directions

to the church, reception, and hotels.Wording. A rough draft indicates how much printing space is needed. Timeline. Order invitations 16 weeks before the wedding. Send

them out two months prior to wedding.Considersendingouta‘SavetheDate’notice. Allow guests ample time

to arrange their schedules around conflicting holidays and special events.

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You’ve met your soulmate, and now you’re looking forward to getting married. All is going well and you want to keep it that way. But, statistically, odds are not in your favor. Is there

anything you can do to build a stronger marriage from the start? Pastor Don Stein of Shepherd of the Hills Lutheran Church recommends premarital counseling. “Marriage requires a solid foundation and premarital counseling can give you the tools needed to make it work,” he says. “Couples need to educate themselves on strategies proven to be successful.”

tALkING It OUtLearning to truly talk and listen to each other is one of the most

beneficial methods taught during counseling sessions, explains Stein. Not only does this encourage effective problem-solving skills, but it also helps couples recognize their differences, openly discuss them, and ap-preciate just how much you and your partner actually complement each other. “In a marriage, you need to redirect the focus of your thoughts and acknowledge that it is no longer just about you,” he says. “Instead, you view yourselves as a team.”

By using questionnaires, completing homework assignments, and

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reviewing the results with your counselor, couples are better able to understand where their partner stands on specific issues. “This infor-mation shows the strengths and weaknesses of each person and helps identify potential problems,” says Stein. “From there, we can create strategies that can be used to function as a couple—especially in areas that weren’t previously viewed as a concern.”

thAt’s AN IssUE?According to Pastor Stein there are at least 10 relationship categories

couples usually don’t consider prior to getting married. These include children and parenting, financial management, spiritual beliefs, leisure time, and more. “For example, you may have discussed your religious beliefs, but avoided talking about where you, as a couple, will worship or whether or not you want your children to attend Sunday school,” he says.

Even small habits that seem charming now can lead to larger prob-lems if left unattended. In the beginning, you might find it endear-ing to have a fiancé who enjoys spending time with his family—until he schedules all of your holidays at his brother’s. “Now is a good time to get things like that out in the open, and counseling can give you the com-munication skills needed to resolve them,” says Stein.

mAkING It wORkWith practice and commitment, couples can withstand the inevitable

ups and downs of marriage. “You can’t change the person you married,” says Stein, “but you can always change yourself. If you aim to do what’s best for your spouse, at your own expense, that’s a true definition of love. There’s security in that.” a

tIps ABOUt pRENUps Securing the future for your children, yourself, and your property is often a concern for couples entering into a second marriage and some-times a first. By signing a prenuptial agreement, you can legally preserve the assets that you bring into that union. Maureen Kinney, an attorney with Johns, Flaherty, and Collins, recommends that you:• Familiarize yourself with the process and terminology. • Start the process at least six months prior to your wedding date. Give yourself time to review and understand the documents.• Have all documentation in order. Both parties need complete asset and income disclosure.• Secure your own attorney—you’ll be negotiating a contract.• Ask questions.


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Photography and videography provide lasting ways to capture fleeting mo-ments. When it comes to your wedding,

those flashes in time will be some of the most cherished memories of your life. By investing time, resources, and careful thought into your wedding imagery, you can preserve that one special day for a lifetime.

BRINGING ImAGEs tO LIFEWeddings by their very nature contain

elements of age-old tradition, from the white bridal gown to the first dance to the bouquet toss. But current trends in photography and videography challenge the traditionally posed, static snapshots that fill the pages of your parents’ and grandparents’ wedding albums. Modern couples are going a step further.

“Couples want more photojournalistic, documentary-style coverage,” says Shannon Porter of Shannon Porter Photography. “We’ll do the traditional and formal, but it’s really the little moments in between—when a brother is mouthing off to his sister, the bride, and everyone’s cracking up. That moment can’t be recreated. That’s a real photo.”

Tim Placek of Placek Photography agrees. “People want to see in their images the mo-ments of purity, images with passion and emo-tion, images where you can feel the moment.”

The lean toward dynamic alternatives is also steering the fluid imagery of videography. “The ongoing trend has been the departure from traditional-looking video to what looks more like a movie,” says Jan Pederson, who, with wife Cathy, co-owns two production companies, Artistic Video Productions and Video Visions. “New digital, single-lens reflex technology enables us to capture the texture and sharpness that make video appear much more cinematic.”

thE pOwER OF thE RIGht VENdORWhen it comes to working with a photog-

rapher and videographer, start out on the right track with careful selection. “Definitely study their portfolio. If you are looking for a specific style, and a vendor isn’t showing it in their work, move on. Ask to view an entire wedding and not just the few best shots,” says Tiffany Brubaker of Tiffany Brubaker Photography.

“Make sure you are working with some-one that has only your interest at heart,” says Pederson, cautioning of big egos and poor listening skills. “They should ask you what you want. If a couple feels a vendor is telling them what they want, it may be a sign that they are not the right vendor. Ensure you connect with your vendor on a deeper, more intimate level. “You need someone that matches your style and matches your personality,” says Placek. “If their personality doesn’t match yours, then don’t even think about it. Your photographer is the only one that will be with you the entire day. It’s very important that your personalities match.”

A tImELEss INVEstmENtThe added effort in developing strong

relationships with your vendors, research-ing your stylistic preferences, and consciously infusing considerations for imagery into your wedding day will be an investment with per-petual dividends. “Besides the rings and the dress, perhaps some cufflinks, images are all you have after your wedding day,” says Porter. “The cake will be eaten, the music will be played, but the lasting images are what will re-ally allow someone to sit back, whether a week, month, or years down the road, and relive your

wedding day by going through the photos.”“Video provides you with a tangible view

of the people in your life with the audio along with it,” says Pederson, emphasizing the unique benefits of incorporating cinematic imagery. “A rich combination of videography and photog-raphy will effectively preserve your memories for a lifetime.” a

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Planyourday. “Allow enough time to get the pictures you want and enough time to go to the locations you want,” says Tim Placek of Placek Photography. “Establish a solid timeline with your photographer.”

Orderaphysicalprint. “Photos are meant to be seen, not to sit on a disc. Put a print on display in your home to remind you every day why you married that person,” says Shannon Porter of Shannon Porter Photography.

Investthemoney.“The photography is what you will have left to remember your day, so make sure it is one of your top investments,” says Tiffany Brubaker of Tiffany Brubaker Photography. “A good photographer will invest in professional equipment and the time it takes to edit your photos.”

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Your Wedding Planning Essentials

Wedding Planning CalendaruPON ENGAGEMENT: WHO, WHAT, AND WHY?

__ Determine guest count __ Establish your budget and put it on paper __ Choose which season for your wedding __ Determine your wedding style

6-12 MONTHs: WHERE, WHEN, AND WHO? __ Choose a date __ Book your reception location __ select your ceremony site/officiant __ Choose bridal gown and bridesmaid’s attire __ Choose groom’s and groomsmen’s attire __ Interview and choose your photographer __ Interview and choose your videographer __ Choose and book your reception and cocktail-hour entertainment __ Choose and book your ceremony musicians __ Choose and book your florist __ Choose and book your baker __ Choose and book your caterer __ Begin your gift registry __ Choose your rehearsal dinner site __ Book your transportation __ select and make deposit on rentals

6 MONTHs TO WEDDING DAY: HOW? __ Design wedding details (pull photos, sketch, find inspirations) __ Create order of ceremony (music, vows, readings, etc) __ select menu, beverages, appetizers, and order of service __ Design the reception room layout (guest tables, head table, cake table, escort card table, gift table, etc) __ Meet with baker to design wedding cake or dessert

4 MONTHs TO WEDDING DAY: HOW? __ Design and choose flowers for your wedding ceremony and reception __ select music for the ceremony, cocktail hour, dinner, and reception __ Finalize hair and make-up appointments __ Design, select, and mail invitations (two months prior) __ Design other stationery: program, place cards, menus, and signs

1 MONTH TO WEDDING DAY: HOW AND WHO? __ Have final gown fitting __ Meet with photographer to go over all details __ Meet with videographer to go over all details __ Finalize all rentals (color, quantity, items) __ Coordinate rehearsal details with officiant __ Finalize guest count and tell baker, caterer, reception hall, and florist __ Have final meetings with all businesses __ Create wedding-day schedule __ Mail wedding-day schedule to wedding party and family members

Wedding BudgetThe averages below are meant as a guide for planning a $25,000* wedding. Your budget, guest count, and type of wedding will vary, but the percentages allowed are consistent. This does not include your honeymoon. Outdoor, tented weddings will cost more due to all of the rentals required.

*The average cost of a wedding in the u.s. is $27,800. source: survey by The Knot.

44% $11,000–Reception Venue, catering, beverages, and cake

20% $5,000–Photography/Videography Photography, album, videography

10% $2,500–Flowers Ceremony, bouquets, pin-ons, and reception decór

6% $1,500–WeddingApparel Gown, headpiece, alterations, hosiery, and shoes

5% $1,250–Rings Wedding bands (not engagement ring)

4% $1,000–Music Ceremony and reception DJ or band

3% $750–Invitations Wedding stationery, postage

3% $750–Miscellaneous Favors, marriage license, guest book, hair and make-up, and attendant gifts

3% $750–Transportation

2% $500–Weddingdecór Linens, lighting, and candles

MN Marriage License InformationWHO sHOuLD APPLY? The bride and groom must apply together. The com-pleted license and application must be signed by both the bride and groom in the office of the County Clerk. One applicant may apply for the marriage license only if all of the required information for the absent partner is provided. Call the Clerk of Court to see how to get your partner’s signature notarized. Requirements may vary from county to county.

WHERE sHOuLD WE APPLY? A Minnesota resident who will be getting married in Minnesota must apply for the license at the County Clerk’s office in the county where one of the applicants has been living for the last 30 days; this license will be valid anywhere in Minnesota. If the couple is getting married in Minnesota, but NEITHER of them has lived in Minnesota for the past 30 days, they must apply for the license in the County Clerk’s office in the county where they will be married.

WHEN sHOuLD WE APPLY? Minnesota has a waiting period of five working days. This waiting period can be waived if a district judge determines the cir-cumstances to be “extraordinary.” The marriage license is good for six months. For details visit: www.co.winona.mn.us (departments, Vital statistics).

WI Marriage License InformationWHO sHOuLD APPLY? The bride and groom must apply together. The com-pleted license and application must be signed by both the bride and groom in the office of the County Clerk.

WHERE sHOuLD WE APPLY? A Wisconsin resident who will be getting married in Wisconsin must apply for the license at the County Clerk’s office in the county where one of the applicants has been living for the last 30 days; this license will be valid anywhere in Wisconsin. If the couple is getting married in Wisconsin, but NEITHER of them has lived in Wisconsin for the past 30 days, they must apply for the license in the County Clerk’s office in the county where they will be married.

WHEN sHOuLD WE APPLY? Applicants may apply no earlier than 30 days prior to their wedding. There is a mandatory five work-days waiting period, which starts the day AFTER the application is filed. The license is valid for 30 days after the issuance date, and the official ceremony must take place during those 30 days. There is a restricted time period during which the license appli-cation must be filed. For details visit: www.lacrossecounty.org/countyclerk/marriage.htm.

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Creating the wedding reception of your dreams is easier than ever. When it comes to transforming a tired space into a “wow” reception venue, couples often try to make a statement simply

with flowers and linens. Though these reception staples certainly make an impact, there are three easy, inexpensive techniques that really help create the unique space that couples are after—adding additional light-ing, changing space set-up, and incorporating personal items.

Up-LIGhtING yOUR dAyTo really transform your wedding space, incorporate lighting. Tanya

Dais, owner of Shirley Elaine Weddings, explains, “Using lots of candles scattered around your reception space creates a warm, beautiful glow. Adding paper lanterns with overhead string lights will add interest and guide your eye up and over the room. And unique lamps at each table can enhance centerpieces and dramatically impact the room’s feel.”

Other hue options include using a spotlight to highlight your venue’s architectural details, such as old wooden beams or marble pil-lars; adding full-wall up-lighting in hues of pink or amber to create a romantic ambiance; or integrating a gobo, which projects an image, such as your initials, onto a blank wall or dance floor.

Regardless of the technique, changing your venue’s lighting will make a bigger difference than you might think. “Highlights and shadows created by added lighting can change the perceived shape of a room. Lighting can transform virtually any space into something original and spectacular,” says Dana Erickson of Interstate Sound. With costs ranging from a few hundred to a few thousand dollars, wedding experts agree that adding lighting to your wedding-day bottom line will no doubt get you the biggest bang for your buck.

shAkE Up yOUR sEt-UpMost venues typically have a standard set-up they use for wedding re-

ceptions. However, thinking outside the box and incorporating thoughtful design into the layout can totally transform your space. Dais believes that couples should, “think about how they want the room to feel when they enter. Vintage? Modern? This allows you to take the space and incorporate something as simple as seating areas to complete your theme.”

Nancy Flottmeyer, owner of Weddings By Nancy, says, “One of the most effective techniques is making the most out of the space. Change the room layout. Consider the flow from when your guests arrive to when they leave. We often try to have different locations for the cocktail area

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and dinner. We create them with different design elements and color palettes, but ones that complement each other.” Use screens or pipe and drape to create these different areas for your guests to enjoy, and keep things fun and funky by working with your lighting expert to change up the ambiance in each space.

Another way to shake up your set-up is by adjusting table arrange-ments—incorporate a serpentine head table into the middle of the room for an added feeling of intimacy, or use a variety of different-sized and shaped tables and chairs for a modern twist. The good news is that for limited expense, couples can make a huge impact with whatever wedding venue they choose, simply by getting creative and deviating from stan-dard space set-up.

pURpOsEFUL REpURpOsINGIt’s important, for today’s couples, that their wedding receptions

truly represent of who they are as a couple. Nothing creates more of a custom-made feeling than incorporating your own favorites. To create a cool, contemporary vibe, Dais explains, “use family heirlooms such as glass vases from grandma or items you would find around your own home, such as unique jars or lamps. A big trend today is that things don’t have to be so matchy-matchy.” Flottmeyer agrees. “The trend seems to be very vintage with touches of grandma-like mason jars, mismatched vases, and simple flora,” she says. Love a certain painting or statue from your own home? Find a way to incorporate them. By repur-posing and incorporating your own favorite pieces, you can direct your funds to other must-have reception elements.

Ultimately, couples need to remember that gone are the days of im-personal, fluorescent-hued ambiances and traditional space set-ups in

what-you-see-is-what-you-get venues. With a few tricks of the wedding-planning trade, couples today can take a run-of-the-mill space and turn it into a reception venue that speaks not only to their personal style, but will leave their guests awed. a

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Real Weddings06.25.11 shelby (Frost) & sam Plitzuweit

We planned our nature-based wedding from Texas, where we live. The emphasis was on good food,

family, and music. We were fortunate to have many friends help make our day lovely. Friends styled my

hair and helped decorate the venue. A close friend from Cottage Garden Floral provided us with phe-

nomenal flower arrangements. My cousin played guitar and my brother’s friends played violin and viola,

which gave our ceremony a unique flair. Before the ceremony, my cousin sang songs that reminded sam

and me of our relationship.

since we’re both geologists with strong ties to nature, we chose to wed outside. Our readings tied

back to our “rock” roots, and our ring bearer carried rings on a fishing pole, since we love to fish. In keep-

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produce wildflowers. During cocktail hour, we played music by Charlie Parr, the artist we saw the night we

got engaged. To symbolize our new southern home, sam wore cowboy boots and we had a red velvet

cake. For a guestbook, our best man gave us a framed baseball jersey of our favorite team, the Minnesota

Twins. It was personalized with our last name. Guests signed the jersey instead of a book. After the cer-

emony, we rode in a golf cart to pay homage to sam’s love of golf.

The highlights of our wedding were the beauty and sacredness of the outdoor ceremony and the danc-

ing. Luann Dibb captured all of the spontaneous and meaningful moments in photos. We are so happy that

we got to visit the people we love, and that they had a great time celebrating our love with us. a

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Real Weddings08.28.10 Kristin (Hovel) & Jason Krueger

Jason popped the question on a beach in Cabo san Lucas, Mexico. From there, the planning began. The

goal was to create our dream wedding, and incorporate fun, elegance, and vibrant colors. With the magnifi-

cent help of our wedding coordinator, family, and friends, we succeeded beyond our imagination.

After booking venues, finding the perfect dress didn’t take long. I couldn’t wait to walk down the aisle!

When I finally did, the moment I turned the corner in the church and saw Jason waiting for me, I realized

that what I looked like didn’t matter, what mattered most was our exchange of vows.

After the ceremony, we gathered on the trolley and headed to our reception at the stoney Creek Inn.

It was convenient for guests with onsite accommodations, and it was unique. After putting many heads

together, we kept the cocktail area full of the rustic theme, yet transformed the ballroom with bright pink

lighting up the walls, black linens, and pink flowers covering the tables to set the theme. Also, for table

decorations, we tied in our love for fishing with “Hooked for Life” fishing lures that converted to key

chains for our guests.

Everything from the weather to the food and music went as planned, and the day turned out perfectly.

We never once saw the dance floor empty, and to this day, we still hear what a great time our guests had

celebrating our day with us. It was undeniably the best day of our lives, and we are still living our “Hap-

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Jacob and I are the result of his mom’s matchmaking. I’d known her for several years when she asked if I ‘d

like to meet her son. Though I didn’t think much would come of it, since Jacob lived three hours away, I said,

“Yes.” It wasn’t until later, during our reception speeches, that I found out how much behind-the-scenes work

occurred. Before asking me, his mom had his sister meet me to get her opinion. Then, it was several months

before Jacob agreed. First, we emailed, which turned into phone calls, which turned into our first date.

After we became engaged, we chose to marry in La Crosse. One of the easiest tasks of wedding planning

was picking out my dress at Charlotte’s Bridal. When I tried on “the one,” I looked in the mirror and started cry-

ing. The week of our wedding, it rained, but the day itself was sunny and beautiful. Our wedding party was

mostly family, and our moms each had a role in the ceremony. The pastor, greeters, ushers, and readers were

also family members. One of the most memorable parts of the day was when Jacob and I saw each other for

the first time before the ceremony. It was very exciting and emotional. We were able to have a quiet moment

together and take in the day. Our photographer, Janet Mootz, did an amazing job capturing this and the rest

of the day’s events. Our ceremony was outside, on the deck at Pettibone Resort. It was a wonderful time with

all of our family and friends. We could not have dreamed of a more perfect day. And, even though the day

has come and gone, we have such wonderful pictures to remember the day. We feel blessed with how it all

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Real Weddings07.09.11 Mia (Krackow) & Ben Lodahl

My bridesmaids and I got ready for my wedding in the back room of English Lutheran Church. It was a lovely

day for a wedding. But with photographers surrounding us, the heat of the moment started to kick in and I got a

bit nervous. My knees were knocking and I was silent—contemplating the soon-to-be new life of mine. I knew

my groom was just a few rooms away, likely thinking the same thing.

The flowers were gorgeous, an array of gerbera daisies. I looked down at my dress and noticed the line of

green that really makes it “pop.” This dress was just my style—lovely, snow white, with a hint of color to make

it just a little unusual and very unique. The music in the church began, and I knew it would soon be time to

walk out. I looked in the mirror one last time to check my hair and makeup. The stylist at Metropolitan salon

and Day spa really hit the nail on the head with my wedding-day look, which was a stylish updo toward the

side with a braid and curls. “Yes, it looks beautiful,” I thought. “I’m ready.” As I headed down the aisle with my

dad, he told me to take it slow as we had plenty of time. Then, I saw my groom, smiling ear to ear, and I was

no longer nervous.

Our wedding was a whirlwind. suddenly, I was Mrs. Mia Lodahl, married to the love of my life. Before the

party at the La Crosse Center, we took pictures at Riverside Park. As we stood by the fountain with the river and

the Cass street Bridge in the background, I thought, “What a wonderful day!” a

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There is only one word we could use to describe our wedding day: “perfect.” Every aspect of our 18

months of long-distance planning played out beyond what we had imagined. starting with the rehearsal

dinner, we were amazed with The Waterfront Restaurant & Tavern’s attention to detail—down to the elegant

décor and personalized dinner menus for our guests. On the day of our wedding, Tory and the other stylists

at Metropolitan salon & Day spa created beautiful looks for the entire bridal party. Ben skemp and his team at

Monet designed flower arrangements that smelled just as stunning as they looked, with a vibrancy that lasted

days beyond our wedding. We also loved our quartets—the Crescendo string Quartet was flawless during

the ceremony, and at the reception, The Balfany Jazz Quartet was a crowd favorite. Jessica and Herb at The

La Crosse Country Club coordinated the smoothest reception that most of our guests had ever attended, with

high compliments to the chef. And, of course, Tiffany Brubaker captured the “moments” in photography. she

brought into focus the memories that would have otherwise been forgotten.

Although we say our day was perfect, it was by no means flawless. We had our fair share of snafus. Our limo

overheated on the way to Riverside Park. Our ring bearer used his fingers to taste our wedding cake before we

got to the reception. And, we were accidentally announced as Mr. and Mrs. Wedel during our grand entrance.

We might not have “loved” these things at the time, but we do now because they make for the stories that we

continue to tell. These, along with the things that went “right,” are what make our wedding real. a

Real Weddings06.11.11 Laurel (Wedel) & Jeffrey Johnson

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scott and I met while celebrating New Year’s in downtown La Crosse. We didn’t have our first date until four

months later, but after that, we knew there was something special between us. Three and a half years later,

scott proposed at our home in La Crescent, Minn., in front of our Christmas tree, which had four new orna-

ments on it spelling out “Will you marry me?”

I knew I didn’t want a long engagement, so after all of the phone calls were made, the planning started. We

wanted an outdoor wedding in La Crosse to capture the beauty of the area. After researching outdoor venues,

we chose the fountain at Riverside Park for our ceremony.

After a miserably hot July, my one worry was the weather. I wanted our guests to be comfortable, so I had

white, decorative beverage tubs filled with water bottles for the wedding. Turns out, there was no need to

worry. We were fortunate to have the most beautiful, sunny August day with a slight breeze. It could not have

been more perfect.

Adam Mueller, from Mueller Photography, took pictures of scott and I before the ceremony. It was so nice

to have this private moment where we could relax and have fun. Adam made us feel completely comfortable,

and he took all of the wonderful pictures that I had imagined. Our wedding day was everything I wanted it to

be, filled with love, laughter, family, and friends. When I was walking down the aisle toward my soon-to-be

husband, all of the little details didn’t matter anymore. The only thing that mattered was scott. I am so lucky to

have married my best friend and soul mate. a

Real Weddings08.27.11 Kristin (Langfoss) & scott Hagen

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All Star Banquets C/R 400 Onsite Weekdays $150 Varies Provides centerpieces608.788.7827 Fri & Sun $250 (8" oval mirror and4735 Mormon Coulee Road Saturday $350 crystal oil lamp),La Crosse, WI no service charge Bentley Wheeler B&B C/R 75 Approved Varies N/A Victorian B&B608.784.9360 caterers with guest house938-950 Cass StreetLa Crosse, WI

Best Western Riverfront Hotel (back cover) C/R 350 Onsite Varies $13.95-23.00 Located on the 608.781.7000 Black River 1835 Rose Street La Crosse, WIwww.bestwestern.com

Best Western Riverport C/R 400 Onsite Varies $16.99-23.99 Connected to hotel, Inn & Suites ballroom, in-room bar, 507.452.0606 many services900 Bruski Drive included in rent priceWinona, MN

Cedar Creek C/R 100+ Onsite Varies $12.95-25.95 Beautiful golf course 608.783.8100 location, open to public2600 Cedar Creek LaneOnalaska, WI

City Brewery Hospitality Center C/R 350 Onsite Varies $15.00+ History of brewery,608.785.4820 and offsite parking lot1111 3rd Street SLa Crosse, WI

Commodore (pg 55) R 250 Onsite Minimum $100 Varies Stage & dance area, decorate507.895.4557 as you wish, 5-10 minutes508 Chestnut Street from La CrosseLa Crescent, MN

Concordia Ballroom C/R 240 Approved $325 for full day N/A Parking lot, wood 608.782.7049 caterers floors, spacious 1129 La Crosse Street layout, air conditioningLa Crosse, WI

Countryside Estate C/R 50 Approved $1,000 per day N/A Reception site in country507.643.6436 caterers setting, outdoor sites42798 Stoehr Drive for tents, 200 acres ofDakota, MN trails, parking, close to I-90 Culina Mariana R 100 Onsite Varies $15.00+ Certified wedding 608.788.8400 planner included,5250 Justin Road located in scenic ShrineLa Crosse, WI of Our Lady of Guadalupe Days Hotel (pg 39) C/R 300 Onsite Varies $13.99+ Gazebo within beautiful 608.783.1000, ext. 7102 Sun-Friday discounts Old English gardens, 101 Sky Harbour Drive complete wedding La Crosse, WI packagewww.daysinnlacrosse.com

Dock 7, The Courtyard C/R 260 Onsite Varies Varies Historical location, Saint Andrew Square Approved caterers unique setting,608.782.5226 outdoor beer garden/1501 St. Andrew Street courtyardLa Crosse, WI

Drugan’s Castle Mound Country Club (pg 66) C/R 300 Onsite N/A $17.95-25.95 Ceremony in outdoor 608.526.4144 chapel, panoramic view W7665 Sylvester Road of golf course, minimumHolmen, WI $1,500-5,000www.drugans.com depending on season


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Elmaro Vineyard (pg 60) C/R 180 Approved Facility/tent rental N/A View of Trempealeau 608.534.6456 caterers bluffs, Tuscany-inspiredN14756 Delaney Road buildingTrempealeau, WI www.elmarovineyard.com

Forest Hills Restaurant and Banquet Facilities C/R 275 Thru Radisson N/A Thru Radisson Overlooks golf course608.784.0566 and Grandad’s Bluff600 Losey Boulevard N La Crosse, WI Four Seasons Community Center (pg 52) C/R 400 Approved Varies Varies Large parking lot, 507.725.4000 caterers dance floor, caterer of900 N Kingston Street your choice, linens, Caledonia, MN glassware, projectorwww.4seasonscc.com and risers

Fox Hollow Banquet Hall (pg 68) C/R 300 Onsite $500 $13.50-17.00 View of golf course,608.786.3020 outdoor deckN3287 County Road OALa Crosse, WIwww.foxhollowgolfandbanquets.com

Grand Hotel Ballroom (pg 56) R 150 Onsite Varies Varies Historic decor in608.784.8899 downtown area, 207 Pearl Street close to many hotels La Crosse, WIwww.pearlstwest.com

Grounded Specialty Coffee R* 35 Onsite N/C $5.95-12.95 Historic building, 608.784.5282 downtown La Crosse 308 Main Street * Showers and partiesLa Crosse, WI

Hackberry’s Over the Co-op (pg 50) R* 94 Onsite Varies Varies *Rehearsal dinners,608.784.5798, ext. 243 and offsite showers, parties 315 5th Avenue S La Crosse, WIwww.pfc.coop Howie’s Hof Brau R 300, Onsite or Up to $700 Varies Northwoods theme,608.784.7400 175 for a sit- approved 11' screen for slide-1125 La Crosse Street down dinner caterers shows, banquet hall w/stage,La Crosse, WI balcony, or downstairs Huntington Farm (pg 60) C/R 250 Offsite Varies N/A Enchanting gothic-style608.637.2936 barn, beautiful groundsS4240 Haugen Road and gardens, rental ofViroqua, WI dishware and stemwarewww.huntingtonweddingbarn.com

La Crosse Center (pg 55) C/R 100-800 Approved $400-1,100 N/A Variety of banquet rooms,608.789.7400 caterers located downtown300 Harborview Plaza by the river and hotelsLa Crosse, WIwww.lacrossecenter.com

La Crosse Queen Cruises (pg 50) C/R 149 Onsite Varies Varies Great for rehearsal608.784.8523 dinners, unique setting 405 Veteran’s Memorial Drive and great view, travel La Crosse, WI down the Mississippi on www.lacrossequeen.com an authentic riverboat

Maple Grove Country Club C/R 550 Onsite N/C w/guests $12.75-21.95 Four banquet rooms,608.786.1500 0ver 200 located on golf course,W4142 CTH B great for rehearsals,West Salem, WI live music

Nell’s City Grill & Catering (pg 55) C/R 330 Onsite Varies Varies History of brewery,608.782.7004 and offsite parking lot, catering only1111 3rd Street SLa Crosse, WIwww.nellscitygrillandcatering.com

Norskedalen Nature and Heritage Center C/R 200+ Offsite Varies Upon group needs Provides scenic grounds/608.452.3424 shelters for wedding N455 O. Ophus Road receptions, ceremonies, Coon Valley, WI and gatherings, ampitheatre, restrooms available


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Onalaska OmniCenter (pg 52) C/R 200 to 275 Certified Varies $1.00 surcharge Spacious room, 608.781.9566, ext. 203 caterers per guest on top free parking,255 Riders Club Road of catering charge bridal packageOnalaska, WI www.omnicenter.net

Outback Ranch, Inc. C/R 500 Approved Varies N/A Event venue, cabin507.896.5550 caterers lodging, honeymoon7750 TT Road suites, DJ service, horse Houston, MN lodging, trails Pettibone Resort (pg 72) C/R 275 Onsite Varies $16.95-23.95 Large stone fireplace,608.782.5858 deck overlooks the river,333 Park Plaza Drive waterfall outsideLa Crosse, WIwww.pettiboneresort.com

Piggy’s (pg 50) R 150 Onsite N/C $14.95-24.95 Free parking, private 608.784.4877 and offsite banquet bar, windowed 501 Front Street ballroomLa Crosse, WIwww.piggys.com

Pogy’s Catering C 85 Offsite Varies Varies Rehearsal dinners608.784.2386 1232 Avon StreetLa Crosse, WI

Pump House Regional Arts Center (pg 75) C/R 140 ceremony Offsite Varies N/A Unique, historic building608.785.1434 200 reception with grand staircase,119 King Street located in downtown La Crosse, WI La Crosse, free parking,www.thepumphouse.org good for rehearsal dinners Radisson Hotel (pg 6) R 30-300 Onsite $400-1,000 $20.00-30.00 Will cater offsite up to 608.793.5005 and offsite Sun-Fri N/C 2,500, located on200 Harborview Plaza up to unlimited Mississippi River,La Crosse, WI Now provide www.radisson.com/lacrossewi complementary room for parents of bride & groom Seven Bridges Restaurant C/R 250 Onsite N/C $9.95-17.95 New patio overlooking 608.783.6103 and offsite view of Lake Onalaska 910 2nd Avenue N and the Mississippi ValleyOnalaska, WI

Stoney Creek Inn (pg 52) C/R 500 Approved $2,250-2,500 Buffet Northwoods décor hotel,608.781.3060 caterers $16.00-25.00 the largest banquet room 3060 South Kinney Coulee Road Plate attached to a hotel in theOnalaska, WI $19.00-30.00 area, outdoorwww.stoneycreekinn.com

The Freight House C/R* 120 Onsite Varies $22.00-50.00 Small, intimate, 608.784.6211 attractive dining area107 Vine Street *Ceremonies only duringLa Crosse, WI warm months

The Historic Trempealeau Hotel C/R* 20-500 Onsite Varies $12.00 Located on the608.534.6898 banks of the Mississippi River150 Main Street * no ceremonies onlyTrempealeau, WI

The View Grill & Bar (pg 68) C/R 250 Onsite Varies Varies Free parking,608.519.2669 private bar, one level,N3020 Highway 16 handicap access, easyLa Crosse, WI access off Hwy. 16www.theviewgrill.com

The Waterfront Restaurant and Tavern (pg 8-9) R 100-250 Onsite $5,000 food and $20.00+ Close to Riverside Park,608.782.5400 and offsite beverage minimum upscale décor/environment,328 Front Street South beautiful panoramic views of La Crosse, WI the river, indoor and outdoorwww.thewaterfrontlacrosse.com capabilities

Traditions Restaurant (pg 58) C/R 35 Onsite Varies Varies Cozy and unique608.783.0200 can cater more and offsite with old-world charm,201 Main Street great for rehearsal dinnersOnalaska, WI Can cater up to 300www.traditionsdining.com

Viterbo University R 30-300 Onsite Varies $7.25-15.95 Free parking, spacious608.796.3737 room, large windows900 Viterbo Drive beautiful landscapingLa Crosse, WI

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BRIDAL REGISTRYTouch of Class ....................................................58

CATERINGHackberry’s Over the Co-op ..............................50Nell’s City Grill & Catering ...................................55Piggy’s Restaurant ...............................................50Premier Catering .................................................70Radisson Hotel .....................................................6Rooster Andy’s Catering .....................................72Traditions Restaurant ...........................................58

DÉCORBlack River Ice Sculptures ...................................52Shirley Elaine Weddings .....................................64Wedding Day Designs, Inc. ................................64

DESSERTSIt’s All About the Cake ........................................48Hackberry’s Over the Co-op ..............................50Mon Petit Cupcake .............................................48The Waterfront Restaurant & Tavern ..................8, 9

FLORALCottage Garden Floral .........................................10Family Tree Floral & Greenhouse ........................42La Crosse Floral ...................................................32Liberty Floral & Gifts ...........................................32Monet Floral & Gifts ............................................32Shining Hills Farm and Gardens ..........................32Sunshine Floral Co. .............................................32

GARMENT CLEANING & PRESERVATIONHangers to Hems .......................................58

HOTELBest Western Riverfront Hotel .............................76Days Hotel ..........................................................39Radisson Hotel ....................................................6Stoney Creek Inn .................................................52Treasure Island Resort & Casino ..........................11

INVITATIONSExpress Printing ..................................................40Print House .........................................................40Silver Street Paperie ............................................40The Wedding Planners ........................................40

LIGHTING & SOUNDInterstate Sound .................................................36Outback Entertainment ......................................70

MUSICMusic Mix of La Crosse .......................................12Outback Entertainment ......................................70

OUTDOOR VENUESDrugan’s Castle Mound Country Club .................66Elmaro Vineyard .................................................60Fox Hollow Golf Course .....................................68La Crosse Queen Cruises ....................................50Huntington Farm .................................................60Pettibone Resort .................................................72Stoney Creek Inn .................................................52

PHOTO BOOTHMy Photomatic ...................................................64Luann Dibb Photo ...............................................56Snaps Photo Booth .............................................68

PHOTOGRAPHYAtypik Studio .....................................................48Forever Photography by Jaimie Rose .................42Janet Mootz Photography ..................................60KS Photography ..................................................56Lauper Photography ...........................................62Luann Dibb Photo ...............................................56Mueller Photography ..........................................56Photography & Expressions by Lenys Hill ..........48Ridgetop Photography by Maria Barry ................42Sarah Schultz Photography ................................48Shannon Porter Photography ................................2Studio Noveau ...................................................24Tiffany Brubaker Photography .............................64

PUBLISHINGCoulee Region Communications, LLC .................62

RECEPTIONBest Western Riverfront Hotel .............................76Commodore .......................................................55Days Hotel ..........................................................39Drugan’s Castle Mound Country Club .................66Elmaro Vineyard .................................................60Four Seasons Community Center ........................52Fox Hollow Golf Course .....................................68Grand Hotel Ballroom ........................................56Huntington Farm .................................................60La Crosse Center .................................................55La Crosse Queen Cruises ....................................50Nell’s City Grill & Catering. ..................................55Onalaska OmniCenter .........................................52Pettibone Resort .................................................72Piggy’s Restaurant ................................................50Pump House Regional Arts Center .....................75

RECEPTION CONTINUEDRadisson Hotel ....................................................6Stoney Creek Inn .................................................52The View Grill & Bar ............................................68The Waterfront Restaurant & Tavern ..................8, 9Treasure Island Resort & Casino ..........................11

RENTALSLa Crosse Tent & Awning ....................................60Shirley Elaine Weddings .....................................64Topps Elite Tent Rentals ......................................62Wedding Day Designs, Inc. ................................64

RESTAURANTSBest Western Riverfront Hotel .............................76Commodore .......................................................55Days Hotel ..........................................................39Drugan’s Castle Mound Country Club .................66Hackberry’s Over the Co-op ..............................50Nell’s City Grill & Catering ...................................55Piggy’s Restaurant ................................................50The View Grill & Bar ............................................68The Waterfront Restaurant & Tavern ..................8, 9Traditions Restaurant ...........................................58

TENT RENTALSLa Crosse Tent & Awning ....................................60Topps Elite Tent Rentals ......................................62

TRANSPORTATIONCinderella Carriage, LLC ......................................36Limousine of Winona, Inc. ..................................40Ready Bus Line ....................................................36The Wedding Planners ........................................40

TRAVELTravel Leaders .....................................................12

TUXEDO RENTALSCharlotte’s Bridal and Formal Wear .......................5Scott Joseph Menswear .....................................36The Wedding Tree ................................................3The Wedding Planners ........................................40The White Rose Bridal .........................................24

VIDEOGRAPHYArtistic Video Productions ...................................7Matkat Productions .............................................39

Video Visions .......................................................7

WEDDING PLANNERSShirley Elaine Weddings .....................................64Toast Wedding Planning .....................................40Weddings by Nancy ...........................................20

WEDDING PLANNING EVENTSBridal Expo .........................................................55

WINERYElmaro Vineyard .................................................60

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