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accommodations........................................................... 3
bakeries.................................................................................... 3
bartending services.................................................. 3
BEAUTY...................................................................................3 - 4
bridal events.................................................................... 4
bridal gown perservation
& restoration............................................................... 5
bridal gowns & apparel........................................... 5
bridal registry...........................................................5 - 6
bridal shoes & accessories................................. 6
bridal showers/parties........................................... 6
bride, groom & attendants’ gifts.............. 6
catering.............................................................................7 - 9
children’s wear.............................................................. 9
fitness....................................................................................... 9
floral design.................................................................. 10
invitations & stationery.............................10 - 12
jewelry.................................................................................... 12
lighting & sound........................................................ 12
makeup artists............................................................... 15
music & entertainment........................................ 15
photographers.......................................................15 - 16
wedding apparel.......................................................... 16
wedding event venues..................................16 - 18
wedding planners..................................................... 18
wedding rentals......................................................... 19
WEDDING RESOURCES.................................................. 19
wedding transportation.................................. 19
your wedding workbook.............................21 - 32

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Charleston Place
205 Meeting Street, Downtown, 29401
tel 843.722.4900
www.charlestonplace.com
Announcing
Consider placing an engagement
BAKERIES
announcement in your local
and hometown papers as well
Ashley Bakery
as any local magazines that
1662 Savannah Highway, West Ashley, 29407
feature weddings. Plan to include
tel 843.763.4125
the basics: bride and grooms
www.ashleybakery.com
full names, places of current
residences, each of their parents
Wedding Cakes by Jim Smeal
towns of residence, occupations;
tel 843.795.6114
brides and groom’s occupations,
www.weddingcakesbyjimsmeal.com
schools and colleges attended,
grandparents of both bride and
BARTENDING SERVICES
groom and towns of residence,
date of wedding, location of
Snyder Event Rentals & Staffing
wedding and reception, attendants
3875 Meeting Street, North Charleston, 29405
names and where the couple will
tel 843.766.3366 or 800.932.5381
reside after they are married.
www.snydereventrentals.com

BEAUTY

Salon Solas
Nationally acclaimed stylist and color specialist Angie Hayes
An Economical Reception
and her team will work with you to create the look you’ve
If you have a tight budget,
always wanted. Free consultations • wedding package pricing
consider a Champagne and
• complete makeover for you and your wedding party.
cake reception. These types
style • color • manicures • pedicures • makeup
of receptions generally follow
49 John Street, Downtown, 29403
afternoon or very late evening
tel 843.722.0233
ceremonies, when guests don’t
www.salonsolas.com
expect a full meal, and consist
of a buffet, with the cake being
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the main attraction. Other
small desserts and fruit trays
can supplement the cake, and
Champagne, coffee and tea are
typically the main beverages.

Weddings use more energy than you may think.

There are lots of ways to have a greener wedding,
which lighten the load on the environment and your
bridal bits

pocketbook! For example, send a reply postcard rather An Open Bar Debate
than one that requires a return envelope. You will use An open bar can be one of the
less paper and save on postage. Another idea: have your most expensive parts of a wedding
wedding and reception at the same place. This saves on
gas, and is one less venue to budget for. It is also very
reception. To save cash, have a
convenient for out of town guests. cocktail hour, and then limit the
- Courtney Parades, Owner, Fini Event Planning rest of the reception to wine and
beer. Avoid a cash-only bar.

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Wedding Day Beauty Tips
Prepare and never worry about
whether you need more lipstick!
• Ask one of your bridesmaids to
let you know when you need a
touch up, and have her carry (or
stash) your lipstick for a quick
reapplication.
• Keep a small make up bag in
the bathroom for bigger touch
ups – for example, your tears of
joy smear your foundation!
• Wear waterproof mascara to
prevent the above.
• Do a test run a few weeks
before the wedding, so that your
make up artist knows exactly the
look you want. Remember: you
may want to apply a bit more
make up than usual for photos.
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The Spa at Charleston Place
Located on the 4th Floor of Charleston Place Hotel,
in the heart of downtown Charleston.
205 Meeting Street, Downtown, 29401
tel 843.937.8522
www.charlestonplace.com
Sweet 185 • Sugaring Studio
185A St. Philip Street at Cannon, Downtown, 29403
tel 843.329.3500
email: danielle@sweetbodysugaring.com
www.sweetbodysugaring.com
Verbena Salon
189 St. Philip Street, Downtown, 29403
tel 843.722.8887
email: verbenasalon@bellsouth.net
BRIDAL EVENTS
A Wonderful Wedding
A Wonderful Wedding magazine and The Charleston
Bridal Show pride themselves on quality wedding vendor
services. They screen and promote only the most
professional vendors in the wedding industry.
Choose wisely for a day you’ll never forget!
January 4, 2009 from 12 - 5 pm at The Gaillard Auditorium
July 9, 2009 from 6 - 10 pm at The Omar Shrine Reception Hall
Wedding professionals interested in participating can call or
visit A Wonderful Wedding’s website for more information.
tel 843.795.7544, fax 843.795.5221
www.awonderfulwedding.com
Mason jars with candles are the perfect lighting accent
for your outdoor event. Fill the jar with sand and
bridal bits
insert a candle; if you need help making it stand up
straight, wet the sand before inserting or put a little
hot wax on the spot the candle is to be placed. In buggy
months, use a citronella candle. The effect is lovely and
functional.
- Jennifer Buddin, Partner, Velocity Publishing,
LLC and LBB, LLC
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Pelican Dry Cleaners

1521 Palm Boulevard, Isle of Palms, 29451
tel 843.886.4200
Organize Your Wedding
The Shops at Brickyard Falls, 2700 Highway 17 North,
Mt. Pleasant, 29464
Use one of the online wedding
tel 843.881.9292
sites to organize your guest list
2019-D Middle Street, Sullivan’s Island, 29482
and manage your registry. Try
tel 843.883.1010
www.theweddingchannel.com
www.pelicancleaners.com
or www.theknot.com. Both sites
provide an online database where
BRIDAL GOWNS & APPaReL
you can enter your guest list.
You’ll have all your important
Gown Boutique of Charleston
guest information, such as the
Redefining the bridal shopping experience
invitation list and the seating
Shop the most diverse selection of gowns in Charleston, and
chart, in one location!
let us help you find the gown of your dreams! Our designers
use the finest fabrics, custom options are available, and we
have prices that fit in any budget.
225 Seven Farms Drive, Suite 401, Daniel Island, 29492
tel 843.856.2682
email: info@gownboutiqueofcharleston.com
www.gownboutiqueofcharleston.com

BRIDAL REGISTRY

Open House & Jeffrey Bannon

HOME...OCCASIONS…LIFESTYLE
Bridal Registry • China • Crystal • Linens
Stationery • Invitations • Furniture
28 Windermere Boulevard,
South Windermere Shopping Center, West Ashley, 29407
tel 843.766.2467
www.openhousecharleston.net

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bridal bits

After your wedding, pick out several of your favorite

photos from your big day and use them on the front of
thank you cards. This is a wonderful keepsake for your
guests and a fun way to share your images.
- LEIGH WEBBER, Leigh Webber Photography

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Settings
Your Table • Your Party • Your Life
1956 Maybank Highway, The Terrace Plaza, James Island, 29412
Wedding Favor Ideas
tel 843.795.5995
Show your appreciation to your guests www.settingsllc.com
for attending your wedding with a
small gift. Fun ideas include: BRIDAL SHOES & ACCESSORIES

• Picture frames that can serve Gown Boutique of Charleston

double-duty as place card holders Redefining the bridal shopping experience
225 Seven Farms Drive, Suite 401, Daniel Island, 29492
• A scented candle reminiscent of the tel 843.856.2682
flowers at your reception email: info@gownboutiqueofcharleston.com
www.gownboutiqueofcharleston.com
• Handmade soap which is both
luxurious and useful BRIDAL SHOWERS/PARTIES

• Seed packets; everyone will think of Cru Cafe

you as the plant grows Pinckney Room & Piazza
50 people (standing, hors d’oeuvres)
• A box of chocolates with the date of 21 people (sit down)
your wedding inscribed on the top, or 18 Pinckney Street, 2nd floor, Downtown, 29401
M&Ms stamped with your names tel 843.534.CHEF (2433), fax 843.534.2439
www.crucatering.com
• A CD with songs played at your
reception will remind guests of your BRIDE, GROOM & ATTENDANTS’ GIFTS
special day
Sarah Scherbel Jewelry
Simple jewelry for you and your bridal party.
Unique handmade necklaces, bracelets, earrings & more.
Affordable, elegant jewelry for your bridal party.
email: sarah@scherbeljewelry.com
www.scherbeljewelry.com

Bridal Party Jewelry

If you want your bridesmaids
to have a cohesive look, make
suggestions about the jewelry you
want them to wear. Keep in mind
the color and cut of the dress and
the formality of the event. Suggest
bridal bits

simple and classic pieces such as The best piece of advice I can give a bride is…make sure
you have fun! Don’t lose sight that this one beautiful
studs, pendants or pearls. If you
day is just the beginning of many more to come.
want the bridesmaids to appear - Jacqueline Lawrence, Design Director,
completely uniform, consider Duvall Catering & Event Design
giving them jewelry they can wear
in the wedding as your attendant
gifts.

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CATERING

Cru Catering
Eclectic Modern American Cuisine
Cru Catering offers full-service, customized catering, including
in-house personal chefs, meetings, receptions and private Catering Trends
parties. Our experts, with over 20 years experience, can help You don’t have to limit yourself
coordinate pre-planned menus for groups from 2 to 2,000 for to the typical chicken, seafood
every occasion – everything from take-out brunch, lunch and or beef options at your wedding
dinners to on-site hors d’oeuvres and multiple-course meals. reception. Try a new catering
Voted Best Caterer 2001 – 2008 by trend for a welcomed change, like
Charleston City Paper readers feeding your guests comfort food
Chef John Zucker, 1st in Class, Cordon Bleu Graduate with a gourmet edge. Or, you can
18 Pinckney Street, 2nd floor, Downtown, 29401 serve mini-meals, like miniature
tel 843.534.CHEF (2433), fax 843.534.2439 Chinese take-out boxes filled
www.crucatering.com with shrimp and noodles, shot
glasses with gazpacho, and sliders
Granville’s Catering with unexpected toppings. To
Full-service catering for all your special event needs. honor a family heritage, choose
Chef Trae Wilson, tel 843.224.5873 or 843.577.0486 an ethnic-inspired menu; or if
Catering Manager Jane Murphy, tel 843.330.8971 your absolute favorite meal is
www.granvillescafeandcatering.com pizza, find a way to
incorporate that.
Laura Alberts
Tasteful Options
The courtyard and dining room offer an intimate setting
for rehearsal dinners, bridal showers or small receptions on
Daniel Island. Southern hospitality prevails with renowned
welcome baskets. Let Executive Chef Matt Brigham create a
menu to tantalize your palate.
Small wedding receptions for 200 or less
Rehearsal Dinners • Showers Rehersal Dinner
891 Island Park Drive, Daniel Island, 29492 Technicalities
tel 843.881.4711
Typically, the groom’s family
email: info@lauraalberts.com
hosts the rehearsal dinner, and no
www.lauraalberts.com
matter the style, it should never
be more formal than the wedding
reception.
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Generally, the guest list includes
the wedding party, the parents,
step-parents, grandparents
and siblings of the couple. Any
children of the bride or groom
should attend. You should
Try on as many wedding dresses as possible, even include spouses and significant
bridal bits

if you think you have found the ONE, keep looking others of the wedding party.
because you might find something you love even more. Many couples also invite all out-
And this is the only time in your life you will get to try of-town guests as well. You will
on this many wedding dresses!
- Sara Corbett, Account Executive,
have more time to catch up with
Cognetix Advertising and Marketing the people that traveled so far to
witness your marriage!

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S A M E TAS T E , N E W P LACE
1784 Harmon Street, Downtown

WEDDINGS • CUSTOM MENUS • PRIVATE PARTIES • CORPORATE FUNCTIONS

Voted Best Caterer 2001-2008 by Charleston City Paper Readers
843-534-chef (2433) • crucatering.com

cru café
ON PINCKNEY STREET

18 Pinckney Street • Downtown Charleston • 843-534-2434 • crucafe.com

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UR The Cook
Slim Safely
Chef Ulfet “Ulfie” Ralph
Personal Chef Services • Bridesmaid Luncheons aim for a healthy goal, not your
Engagement Parties • Romantic Dinner for Two high school size, and plan a start
tel 843.991.3869 date for your get fit program three
email: chef@urthecook.com months before the wedding. stock
www.urthecook.com up on lean proteins, whole grains,
and fresh fruits and veggies.
increase the length of your cardio
children’s wear workouts, and include strength
training to tone your muscles. add
Southern Belles one yoga class per week to improve
Exquisite and Unique Children’s Attire & Gifts for flexibility – mental and physical!
Weddings and Special Occasions
280 W. Coleman Boulevard, Mt. Pleasant, 29464
(Northcutt Plaza Specialty Shops)
tel 843.881.1741
www.southernbellesonline.com

fitness
resources at
Allison Zimmerman, RYT
Your Fingertips
Yoga for busy brides! Relaxing, energizing, calming and
strengthening yoga sessions for brides and their wedding
parties. Schedule a session the day of your wedding or
months prior to help you clear your mind and relieve stress.
tel 843.367.0437
www.allisonzimmermanyoga.com

East West Health Arts

Bill Fagan
Try our Award Winning 12-week Transformation Program
tel 843.762.6580
Register at www.eastwesthealtharts.com download our bridal resources at
www.EveryBusyWoman.com
and store them in your bridal
notebook for easy access.

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resources at your fingertips

If you know particular members of your family have a a bridal checklist to get you from
engagement day to the big day
bridal bits

tendency to be late, tell them they are needed 15 – 20

minutes before pictures with them will start. That will
help cut down on your stress, and they can be their
normal tardy selves without ruining your day!
- nAoMI doddInGTon, owner/Lead Photographer, a bridal notes page to jot down
naomi doddington Couture Photography all of your great ideas

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The Appropriate Date for
Save-the-Dates
Save-the-date cards are
important, especially for
friends and family members
who will have to make travel
arrangements to attend the
wedding. Mail them three to
four months before the wedding,
or even sooner if the wedding
falls on or around a holiday, or
if you are getting married in a
popular vacation destination.
Winter Wedding Flowers
Amaryllis
Anemones • Bells of Ireland
• Camellias • Casa Blanca
Lilies • Cosmos • Daffodils
• Forget-me-nots • Holly
• Jasmine • Narcissus •
Poinsettias • Ranunculus •
Star Gazer Lilies • Star of
Bethlehem • Sweetpeas • Tulips
• Waxflowers
Spring Wedding Flowers
Anemones • Bells of Ireland •
Boronia • Casa Blanca Lilies
• Daffodils • Delphinium •
Freesia • Gerber Daisies •
Hyacinth • Hydrangeas • Irises
• Lilacs • Orchids • Peonies
• Ranunculus • Roses • Star
Gazer Lilies • Sweetpeas •
Tulips • Waxflowers
FLORAL DESIGN
Bird’s Nest Floral & Gifts
Sandra Bird, Master Designer, SCFA
A unique experience in floral and plant designs.
An extraordinary selection of gift
ware and a wide variety of gourmet items await you.
We are minutes from I-26 and we promise
that a visit to our shop will delight and amaze you.
549-E College Park Road, Ladson, 29456
tel 843.797.7673
email: birdsnestflorist@comcast.net
www.birdsnestflorist.com
Charleston Flower Market
1952 Maybank Highway, James Island, 29412
tel 843.795.0015
www.charlestonflowermarket.com
A New Leaf Studio
73 Spring Street, Downtown, 29403
tel 843.720.8675, fax 866.456.0253
email: annie@anewleafstudio.com
www.anewleafstudio.com
INVITATIONS & STATIONERY
CluuCards
custom magnetic cards
Shower Invitations • Save the Dates • Custom
Design Services Available
tel 703.327.0981
www.cluucards.com
Dulles Designs LLC
Fine stationery • custom invitations • gifts
89 Church Street, Downtown, 29401
tel 843.805.7166
email: contact@dullesdesigns.com
www.dullesdesigns.com
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When picking a place for your destination wedding,
outline what is most important to you before you start
looking. It will help streamline your planning process.
bridal bits
Think about hotel size, number of guests, banquet area,
pool, golf course, beach, etc. It surprised me how many
hotels there were where our wedding would be 1 of 20
or 30 weddings that day. We wanted something more
intimate for our guests, so we chose a hotel made up of
little cottages – and where we were the only wedding
that day.
- Sarah Scherbel, Sarah Scherbel Jewelry Design
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Picture Perfect Makeup
You want to look back on your
wedding pictures with a smile –
a perfectly, lip-sticked smile! For
great photos, avoid shimmers –
they look too dramatic on film.
Matte eye shadows and blushes
in classic tones photograph
beautifully, and will also look
gorgeous in person. To look dewy
but not greasy, use a water-based
foundation and a cream blush.
Also, avoid high-gloss lipstick.
Use a base for everything you
apply so that your makeup lasts
all day. And, of course, use water
proof mascara!
staging, sets and trained technicians for events. Our designers
incorporating theme and color choices and making every event
unique and unforgettable. PDA is experienced in all venues in
Charleston. What sets us apart is our unwavering commitment
Classic Bridal Jewelry
Choose classic pieces for your
wedding, jewelry that accents
your best features and doesn’t
compete with your gown.
Earrings: Drop earrings
with diamonds and pearls
work well with up-dos and
classically-cut gowns, but if
your gown is beaded, a simple
stud will look better.
Necklaces: If the dress is V
or U shaped, the necklace
should fall halfway between
your neck and the scoop of
the dress. Shorter strands
work better with
strapless gowns.
Hairpieces: Hairpins with
crystals or pearls can add
sparkle to an up-do, but keep
them dainty to avoid looking
overdone.
INVITATIONS & STATIONERY CONTINUED...
Open House & Jeffrey Bannon
HOME...OCCASIONS…LIFESTYLE
Bridal Registry • China • Crystal • Linens
Stationery • Invitations • Furniture
28 Windermere Boulevard,
South Windermere Shopping Center, West Ashley, 29407
tel 843.766.2467
www.openhousecharleston.net
JEWELRY
Sarah Scherbel Jewelry
Simple, elegant jewelry for your big day or any day.
Unique handmade necklaces, bracelets, earrings & more.
Place an order and receive our bridal discount!
email: sarah@scherbeljewelry.com
www.scherbeljewelry.com
LIGHTING & SOUND
Production Design Associates
PDA is a national leader in providing lighting, audio, video,
assist each bride and planner early in the planning process,
to quality and customer service. PDA has appeared in major
publications, including Weddings Unveiled, Grace Ormond’s
Wedding Style and Romantic Destinations.
2799 Three Lakes Road, North Charleston, 29418
tel 843.554.3466
email: info@pdastage.com
www.pdastage.com
Many women love the look and staying power of liquid
eyeliner, but are unsure how to apply it themselves,
since it requires a steady hand. Try applying your
bridal bits
regular eye pencil as close to the upper lashline as
possible, then trace over that line with the liquid
eyeliner. A flexible felt tip liquid eyeliner works great,
or you can dip a fine-tipped brush into liquid or gel to
apply. If you use liquid on the bottom lash line for
long wear, slightly smudge with a cotton swab for a
softer effect.
- Kelly Campbell, Charleston On-Site Makeup
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Charleston On-Site Makeup

Kelly Campbell
Simplify your wedding day by having an experienced makeup
artist come to you! Kelly Campbell provides customized, Vintage Photographs
convenient and professional makeup artistry that reflects your
perfect wedding day style. If you want your wedding photos
tel 843.693.1997 to have a timeless feel, look for a
www.charlestonmakeup.com photographer who uses creative
accents on your photographs
MUSIC & ENTERTAINMENT during the development process.
An uneven white border added
Kathleen Wilson to the photos can give them
B.M., M.M., Harp Performance an antique finish, and the use
Principal Harpist, Charleston Symphony Orchestra of infrared film can create a
When quality and experience matters. romantic and dreamy feel. To
tel 843.795.7507, fax 843.795.5481 have a wide collection of photos,
email: aquaharp@bellsouth.net ask that some pictures be taken
www.aquaharp.com traditionally, both in color and
black and white, and some be
PHOTOGRAPHERS taken with the infrared film or in
sepia tones.
Naomi Doddington
Couture Photography
Naomi captures the detailed emotions of your wedding day
to showcase your individual and family style forever. Our
two-person team of photojournalists capture telling and classic Hairstyles for Every Wedding
portraiture to document your wedding story – both seriously
and joyously. Having two photographers guarantees that When choosing a hairstyle for
Naomi Doddington Couture Photography will not miss a your wedding day, consider the
moment or a perspective. Color and B&W are used to create formality of the event.
dynamic images that will take your breath away. During
our initial consultation, we map out your entire series of Black-Tie Wedding: Off the
wedding events, to design custom albums that reflect the shoulders is the general rule,
perfect representation of your entire wedding expressing the whether you choose a classic
essence of your entire event, ceremony and celebration. chignon or pinned-up curls.
225 Fishburne Street, Downtown, 29403
tel 843.259.8402 Formal Wedding: The trend
email: naomi@doddingtonphoto.com for formal weddings has been
www.doddingtonphoto.com a clean bun with side-parted
bangs. Half-up, half-down
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hairstyles are also appropriate.
Keep an open mind! You may have a detailed vision of
your perfect wedding day, but sometimes opportunities Semi-Formal or Casual
arise that work beautifully. Maybe you thought you Wedding: As long as you look
bridal bits

only wanted a strapless gown, but you found a halter polished, your options are open,
on sale and it looked great. Or, maybe you thought whether you choose an up-do,
hydrangeas were the only flower you wanted, but
they weren’t in season and lilies pulled your bouquet
a half-up look or a free flowing
together. Or, you opened a magazine and spotted a one.
cupcake tower and decided that was better than one Beach Wedding: A relaxed
cake. hairstyle suits a beach wedding,
- GINNY CONLON, Interior Designer
but consider the wind factor
when deciding.
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The Groom’s Cake
The bride chooses whether or
not to include a groom’s cake
during the wedding weekend;
traditionally it is a gift from
her to the groom.
• Groom’s cakes are typically
dark in color and either chocolate
or liquor-infused.
• Traditionally, the groom’s
cake is served next to the bride’s
cake as another option for the
guests. However, the cake does
not have to be served at the
wedding reception; groom’s cakes
work well as desserts during the
rehearsal dinner too.
• Have the catering staff box
up slices of the groom’s cake as
wedding favors for your guests.
• Get creative! Design the cake
to reflect the groom’s hobbies
or interests.
PHOTOGRAPHERS CONTINUED...
jb Fresh Photography
We will tell the story of your wedding day by capturing
timeless, extraordinary, and creative images!
With a mix of photojournalism and a fresh approach to
traditional photography, we won’t miss a moment!
tel 843.345.2563
email: jb@jbfreshphotography.com
www.jbfreshphotography.com
Taylor Stewart Photography
Taylor Stewart offers candid, documentary-style wedding
photography and innovative portraiture.
3226 E-5 Maybank Highway, Johns Island, 29455
tel 843.557.1468
www.taylorstewartphotography.com
WEDDING APPAREL
V2V
Outfitting you for your wedding or special occasions.
295 King Street, Downtown, 29401
tel 843.723.5155
www.shopv2v.com
WEDDING EVENT VENUES
Charleston Harbor Tours
Carolina Belle
Make your wedding a truly special occasion aboard the
Carolina Belle – one of Charleston’s unique event locations.
Whether you’re planning a rehearsal dinner,
wedding ceremony or wedding reception, delight your
guests with exceptional service, delicious food and the
ever-changing views of Charleston’s picturesque harbor
as you cruise on the Carolina Belle.
10 Wharfside Street, Downtown, 29401
tel 843.722.1112 or 843.568.TOUR, fax 843.723.6122
email: sales@charlestonharbortours.com
www.charlestonharbortours.com
CONTINUED...
Consider taking a few dance lessons if you’re the type
bridal bits
of couple who has four left feet. It makes you feel
more comfortable when you step out on the dance floor
for that first dance, even if you aren’t quite Fred and
Ginger!
- MAGGIE BRETT KENNEDY, Photo Editor, “Garden &
Gun” Magazine
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 bridal buzz: Veils Unveiled

If you plan to wear a veil but don’t know which style to choose, check out the defi-
nitions below.

Ballet or Waltz: A long veil that falls between the knee and the ankle

Blusher: A short, single layer veil that falls over the face and is lifted
back during the ceremony

Chapel: A formal veil that extends all the way to the floor and is best
paired with equally formal gowns with trains

Cathedral: The most formal veil type of all, and is most

fitting when worn in a cathedral

Elbow: Works best in informal settings, may have two layers,

and is up to 25” in length

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Rehersal Dinner Options
If you’re planning a formal
wedding reception, consider
having a more relaxed rehearsal
dinner. Some good options are a
picnic, BBQ, clam bake, luau or
outdoor garden party rehearsal
dinner. Whatever theme
you choose, your guests will
definitely appreciate not having
to dress up!
meshevents
modern eco-friendly southern hospitality
606.899.8308
WEDDING EVENT VENUES CONTINUED...
The Charleston Yacht Club, Inc.
Located on Lockwood Drive at the City Marina
17 Lockwood Drive, PO Box 20474, Downtown, 29413
tel 843.722.4968, fax 843.723.7495
email: office@charlestonyachtclub.com
www.charlestonyachtclub.com
The Creek Club at I’On
The Creek Club at I’On is the perfect spot for any special occa-
sion. The views of the surrounding marsh are simply fabulous,
and the broad, shady porch is an ideal spot to just sit and relax.
Inside or out, the Creek Club leverages the unbeatable combi-
nation of comfort and class.
Contact: Eliza Lacey
252 Ponsbury Road, Mt. Pleasant, 29464
tel 843.375.0376, fax 843.971.4748
email: eliza@ion-club.com
www.ioncreekclub.com
Lowndes Grove
Nestled on 14 stunning acres on the Ashley River, Lowndes
Grove is an unrivalled Lowcountry setting for truly unique
weddings.
266 St. Margaret Street, Downtown, 29403
tel 843.853.1810
email: info@patpropevents.com
www.lowndesgrove.com
WEDDING PLANNERS
Fini Event Planning
Courtney Parades
Fini is a full-service and day-of event planning company for
all size weddings. We want you to relax, enjoy a stress-free
engagement and an unforgettable wedding weekend! Let Fini
handle the details and plan your wedding to perfection!!
PO Box 13588, Charleston, 29422
tel 843.364.6963
email: courtney@finievents.com
www.finievents.com
MESH Events
Cynthia Combs
A modern, fresh, hip and environmentally-friendly, full service
event planning company that creates the perfect balance
between the big picture of environmental design, spacial plan-
ning through the implementation and practice of Feng Shui,
and the smallest details of graphic design to create an overall
environment of harmony, Southern hospitality and just plain
visual excitement. Call today to make your appointment to re-
use, reduce, recycle and reinvent the meaning of events from
corporate to private.
tel 606.899.8308
email: cynthia@makeamesh.com-a.googlepages.com
www.makeamesh.com-a.googlepages.com
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All Occasions
The Party & Event Division of AAA Rentals
3555 Meeting Street Road, North Charleston, 29405
tel 843.554.6334, fax 843.744.3701
Wedding Speech Writing
email: partyinsc@aol.com
www.alloccasionsparty.com Whether you are the maid of
honor or simply a bride who
Snyder Event Rentals & Staffing wants to express her gratitude,
3875 Meeting Street, North Charleston, 29405 wedding speech writing can
tel 843.766.3366 or 800.932.5381 seem like a daunting task. Here
www.snydereventrentals.com are a few tips to delivering the
perfect speech.
Wedding Resources
Practice: You may think that
winging it is the way to go,
Weddings.SC but most people just feel
On www.Weddings.sc, you will find information for all your overwhelmed and stammer for
South Carolina wedding needs including florists, caterers, Do- the right words. Instead, write
It-Yourself tips, tools for creating your personal wedding web out your speech, and practice
page and much more! www.Weddings.sc is the place for all before the big day.
your wedding needs. Include a funny anecdote:
www.only.sc Begin the speech with a funny
www.weddings.sc story about how the bride and
groom met, or your first memory
WEDDING TRANSPORTATION of them together. Just avoid
embarrassing them and choose a
Absolutely Charleston story that is appropriate for the
tel 843.747.4448 occasion.
www.absolutelycharleston.com Keep it short: Avoid yawns;
keep it short and get to the
Charleston Black Cab Company point. Tell a joke, transition to
tel 843.216.2627 something more meaningful and
www.charlestonblackcabcompany.com honest, and then congratulate
and toast to the couple. Cheers!
Compass Transportation
Jason M. Cronen, Managing Partner
Clifford Pate, General Manager
Who will be driving you and your guests this wedding season?
Compass provides the widest range of custom-tailored ser-
vices for all of your wedding events. We will work closely with
your wedding planner to make your experience memorable.
Our uncompromising dedication to you, your friends and family
is what sets us apart. Let Compass Transportation know how
we can make your experience uniquely Charleston – no matter
what it takes. Be Driven.
3226 Maybank Highway, Suite E3, Johns Island, 29455
tel 843.559.0410 or 877.559.0410
email: jason@ridecompass.com; cliff@ridecompass.com
www.ridecompass.com

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your wedding workbook

Every bride needs an organizational tool for planning a wedding.

You can use this workbook as a start. Turn the page and find
at-a-glance worksheets for a month by month checklist, registry
and budget checklists, a vendor contact list and more. You
can also download and print these pages at our website
www.everybusywoman.com.

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Your Budget Checklist

What an event you could throw if money were no object; however, most couples do
have a budget! Use this worksheet to stay on top of expenses.
Service Budgeted Amount Vendor Estimate Amount Spent

Reception
Venue
Baker
Caterer
Beverages
Miscellaneous fees

Attire
Wedding gown
Veil or headpiece
Shoes
Jewelry
Hair & make up
Groom’s attire
Groom’s accessories
Miscellaneous fees

Flowers and Decorations

Floral arrangements for ceremony
Floral arrangements for reception
Bride’s bouquet
Bridesmaids’ bouquets
Corsages and boutonnieres
Flower girl’s buds
Ring pillow
Reception decorations
Lighting
Miscellaneous fees

Music
Ceremony music
Reception music
Miscellaneous fees

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Service Budgeted Amount Vendor Estimate Amount Spent

Photographer and Video

Bridal portrait
Photography – rehearsal dinner
Photography – wedding day
Videography
Additional prints & albums
Miscellaneous fees

Favors & Gifts

Guest bags
Bridal party gifts
Parting favors
Miscellaneous fees

Ceremony
Site fee
Officiant fee/donation
Miscellaneous fees

Stationery
Save the date cards
Invitations
Thank-you notes
Programs
Seating & place cards
Postage
Miscellaneous fees

Wedding Rings
Bride’s ring
Groom’s ring

Transportation
Limo or car rental for bride & groom
Transportation for wedding party
Transportation for guests
Miscellaneous fees

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Registry Checklist

Depending on what you and your hubby-to-be already own, you can use portions of
this checklist. You may have a well-stocked kitchen, but desperately need
new bed linens (yours are too girly and his so not?). Also, remember that you can
register for large-ticket items as well.

FOR THE KITCHEN FOR THE DINING ROOM

o 1 set of pots and pans (1 stock pot, 2 sauté pans, o 12-piece set of formal china
1 sauce pan) o 12-piece set of everyday dinnerware
o 1 set of knives (one of each: paring knife, o Set of serving dishes and bowls to
chef’s knife, bread knife and serrated knife) match the above
o 8 steak knives o 2 serving platters
o 1 standing mixer o 1 gravy boat
o 1 blender o 12 water glasses
o 1 coffeemaker o 8 white wine glasses, 8 red wine glasses
o 2 cutting boards o 8 high ball glasses
o 1 set each of measuring cups and spoons o 8 old-fashioned glasses
o 1 set of mixing bowls o 12 Champagne glasses
o 1 set of cooking utensils (spatula, whisk, slotted o 8 mugs
and wooden spoons) o 12-piece set of silver
o Salt and pepper shakers o 12-piece set of everyday flatware
o 2 covered casserole dishes o 1 tea service (tray, pot, sugar and creamer)
o 3 baking sheets o Serving utensils (large forks, spoons,
o A cake pan, a pie pan and a bundt pan cheese knives)
o Oven mitts o 12 placemats
o 2 sets of kitchen towels o 12 napkins and rings
o 2 table cloths

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FOR THE BEDROOM Miscellaneous
o 2 sets of sheets o Picture frames
o 1 comforter and duvet cover o Candles and holders
o 1 bedskirt o Mirrors
o 2 blankets o Vases
o 4 sleeping pillows o Decorative pillows for living room
o Set of decorative pillows and shams o Decorative blankets
o Decorative items o Travel items: suitcases, garment bags, etc.

FOR THE BATHROOM

o 4 – 6 bath towels
o 4 – 6 hand towels
o 4 – 6 wash cloths
o 2 bath sheets
o 2 bath mats
o 1 shower curtain and liner
o 1 trash basket
o 1 soap dish and toothbrush holder

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Vendor/Emergency Contact Checklist
Put all of your wedding contact information in one spot for at-your-fingertips ease.
Baker
Name: __________________________________
Address: _________________________________
Phone: __________________________________
Email: __________________________________
Band/Deejay
Name: __________________________________
Address: _________________________________
Phone: __________________________________
Email: __________________________________
Bank
Name: __________________________________
Address: _________________________________
Phone: __________________________________
Email: __________________________________
Bartender
Name: __________________________________
Address: _________________________________
Phone: __________________________________
Email: __________________________________
Calligrapher
Name: __________________________________
Address: _________________________________
Phone: __________________________________
Email: __________________________________
Caterer
Name: __________________________________
Address: _________________________________
Phone: __________________________________
Email: __________________________________
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Ceremony Venue
Name: __________________________________
Address: _________________________________
Phone: __________________________________
Email: __________________________________
Florist
Name: __________________________________
Address: _________________________________
Phone: __________________________________
Email: __________________________________
Gown Boutique
Name: __________________________________
Address: _________________________________
Phone: __________________________________
Email: __________________________________
Hair Stylist
Name: __________________________________
Address: _________________________________
Phone: __________________________________
Email: __________________________________
Make Up Artist
Name: __________________________________
Address: _________________________________
Phone: __________________________________
Email: __________________________________
Musicians
Name: __________________________________
Address: _________________________________
Phone: __________________________________
Email: __________________________________

Officiant
Name: __________________________________
Address: _________________________________
Phone: __________________________________
Email: __________________________________
Photographer
Name: __________________________________
Address: _________________________________
Phone: __________________________________
Email: __________________________________
Reception Venue
Name: __________________________________
Address: _________________________________
Phone: __________________________________
Email: __________________________________
Registry Locations
Name: __________________________________
Address: _________________________________
Phone: __________________________________
Email: __________________________________
Name: __________________________________
Address: _________________________________
Phone: __________________________________
Email: __________________________________
Name: __________________________________
Address: _________________________________
Phone: __________________________________
Email: __________________________________
Rehearsal Dinner Venue
Name: __________________________________
Address: _________________________________
Phone: __________________________________
Email: __________________________________
your wedding workbook
Seamstress
Name: __________________________________
Address: _________________________________
Phone: __________________________________
Email: __________________________________
Stationer
Name: __________________________________
Address: _________________________________
Phone: __________________________________
Email: __________________________________
Transportation
Name: __________________________________
Address: _________________________________
Phone: __________________________________
Email: __________________________________
Videographer
Name: __________________________________
Address: _________________________________
Phone: __________________________________
Email: __________________________________
Wedding Planner
Name: __________________________________
Address: _________________________________
Phone: __________________________________
Email: __________________________________
Wedding Rentals
Name: __________________________________
Address: _________________________________
Phone: __________________________________
Email: __________________________________
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shoot sheet

GETTING READY FORMAL SHOTS

□o Bride having her hair styled and make up applied □o □ Bride and Groom together
□o Bridesmaids helping the bride get dressed □o Bride with her mother
□o Bride’s mom helping with a detail like adjusting the □o □ Bride with her father
veil or zipping the dress □o Bride with her siblings
□o Close ups of the Bride’s bouquet □o Bride with her grandparents
□o Still shots of the Bride’s gown, shoes, something □o □ Bride with her bridesmaids
borrowed… □o □ Bride with entire immediate family
□o Bride with attendants □o □ Groom with his mother
□o Bride with the flower girl □o Groom with his father
□o Bride with her parents and siblings □o □ Groom with his siblings
□o Groom getting ready with his father and groomsmen □o □ Groom with his grandparents
□o Groom with his parents and siblings □o □ Groom with groomsmen
□o Groom with the best man □o □ Bride and Groom with Bride’s family
□o Groom with the ring bearer □o □ Bride and Groom with Groom’s family
□o Groomsmen putting on boutonnieres or ties □o □ Bride and Groom with flower girl and ring bearer
□o □ Bride and Groom with the entire wedding party

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THE CEREMONY THE RECEPTION
□o □ Exterior and interior shots before guests arrive □o The exterior and interior of reception site
□o Groom walking down the aisle with his mother □o Still life shots of details: flowers, lighting, dance
□o □ Bridal party walking down the aisle floor, food, Champagne glasses, centerpieces, guest
□o □ Bride with escort before walking down the aisle book
□o Close up of Groom’s face when he sees the Bride for □o The cake
the first time □o □ Guests arriving
□o □ Bride’s father giving her away □o □ Bride and Groom arriving
□o □ Bride and groom together □o □ The first dance
□o Close up shots of the immediate family watching the □o □ Bride and Groom with guests
ceremony □o □ Bride and her father dancing
□o Wide shots of the audience □o □ Groom and his mother dancing
□o Special moments such as readings □o □ Wedding party dancing
□o Close up as Bride and Groom recite their vows □o □ Toasts
□o The kiss □o □ Bride and Groom cutting the cake
□o Close up of Bride and Groom walking up the aisle □o □ Bouquet toss
□o □ Garter toss
□o □ The getaway vehicle
□o □ Bride and Groom leaving the reception

NOTE: Ask a reliable friend or relative to point

out important people to your photographer.
And let your photographer know if you want
something very specific like Aunt Betty dancing
her famous Charleston.

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