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Say I Do
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Picking Colors for                I've Found the Gown!
Your Bridesmaids                  What Made the
Something Old, Something New...   Dress a Perfect Match
Something with a Beachy View!
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4400 Bayou Boulevard l Suite 48 l Pensacola, Florida l 850-475-8296
                                       PensacolaBridalLoft.com

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MENS FORMAL WEAR
           SALES-RENTAL

     4400 Bayou Blvd. Suite 10
     (across from The Bridal Loft)
Pensacola, FL 32503 • 850-432-8246
          Cordova Square

        2151 Airport Blvd.
Mobile, AL 36606 • 251-478-7683

 www.randallsgulfcoast.com

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Say “I do” on
                         Pensacola Beach

Photo by Black & Hue Photography                            Photo by Aislinn Kate Photography

                                        The Hilton Pensacola Beach is located just steps from the wonderful
                                        white sands of the Gulf of Mexico. Let our team of wedding experts help
                                        you create lasting memories on your special day.

                                        To connect with our weddings team, visit hiltonpensacolabeach.com or
                                        contact Victoria Branch at vbranch@innisfreehotels.com or call
                                        850-916-2999 ext 6005 and Shamika Dykes at
                                        shamika@innisfreehotels.com or call 850-916-2999 ext 6792.
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PUBLISHERS NOTE FALL 2019
Brenda Carraway l Publisher, Coastal Weddings Magazine

F    all and winter may not be as hot and
     heavy in people’s minds as spring
and summer when it comes to wedding
                                               where the sugar-white sand that edges
                                               along the shoreline offers the perfect place
                                               to take your first steps into a beautiful
                                                                                               between…We want you to have the day of
                                                                                               your dreams, so we’re giving you everything
                                                                                               you could ask for and more. Now it’s just up
season, but here in the South—especially       future, and the glittering waters serve as a    to you to say, “I Do.”
along the Emerald Coast—we see no              stunning backdrop for the stunning display         As always, we want to raise a toast to our
reason that ALL year can’t be the perfect      of love you’re showing all those dearly         long-time partners at The Knot in thanks for
time to have a perfect wedding. We have        beloved who have gathered to celebrate          their sponsorship of our bridal shows and
mild weather and beautiful beaches, and        you. We’ve got your guide for everything        the complimentary magazines they have
that’s something that sets us apart as a       you need to plan your day and find THAT         faithfully provided to all of the brides who
destination for people from all over the       perfect place, so get ready to take notes,      attend our events. And as you read this
country hoping to escape the chill of          lovely ladies—and be prepared to swoon          issue, we want to offer all of our beautiful
autumn and winter that gives everyone          over all that natural beauty.                   brides and their handsome husbands-to-be
else the blues. What better way to take           In these pages, we’re featuring some of      our most sincere wishes for a future filled
advantage of that as a bride-to-be than to     the area’s best venues for rehearsal diners,    with love and happiness.
set your sights on the sands that make us so   receptions, and full-on beach weddings as          		              - Cheers! Brenda
famous?                                        well as some of our go-to’s for all things
   In this issue, we’re welcoming you take     entertainment in the world of weddings,         For more details about Coastal Weddings,
a trip with us to the beaches of Pensacola,    from DJs to drivers and all things in           go to CoastalWeddingsMagazine.com

     M E E T T H E C O A S TA L W E D D I N G S M A G A Z I N E S TA F F

                                                                                                                      Left to Right:

                                                                                                                      Brandi Wallace,
                                                                                                                      fashion editor &
                                                                                                                      real weddings editor

                                                                                                                      Brenda Carraway,
                                                                                                                      owner & publisher

                                                                                                                      Tanya Hughes,
                                                                                                                      art director/designer

                                                                                         Bethany Lauren Photography

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Married at
   Margaritaville
 Where vows are exchanged with sugar
white sand as your aisle, the beathtaking
 Gulf of Mexico as your backdrop and a
    reception second to none in fun.
                                                                       Photo by: Indie Pearl Photography

                                                     For more information visit
                                                  www.margaritavillehotel.com
                                            or call our Sales Department at 850.916.9755
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BUSINESS SPOTLIGHT

Hilton
Garden Inn
Renting out an event space or banquet
hall in a hotel might not be a novel idea,
but Hilton Garden Inn Pensacola Airport/
Medical Center makes it a novelty in the
way that they go above and beyond being
just a space to rent out for a day, offering a
service-minded approach that sweeps cou-
ples—and their guests—off their feet.

Having opened in 2010, Hilton Garden Inn
has been the site of countless wedding           we include in the rental of the event room        it to life,” says Mills. And that’s the perfect
celebrations, and with good reason, as           that eliminates the need for any additional       way to have the perfect day.
everything a couple planning their big day       rentals for things like tables, chairs, linens,
might need—all right there in one place,         chair covers, overlays, décor, and up-light-      Hilton Garden Inn Pensacola Airport/
from hotel suites to accommodate out-            ing. We also have exceptionally competitive       Medical Center is located at
of-town guests to rooms perfect for the          catering prices and offer food that is truly      1144 Airport Boulevard, Pensacola, Florida
pre-ceremony preparations of the bride           memorable, which is incredibly important          32504. For more information, call
and groom. “We like to think of ourselves        in creating the perfect reception. Here at        (850) 479-8900 or visit http://www.pensac-
as a One-Stop Shop,” says Director of Sales      Hilton Garden Inn, we want you to enjoy           olaairportmedicalcenter.hgi.com/.
Amanda Mills. “Everything that you need is       your special day and leave the little details
here at the hotel.”                              to us!”

Everything, indeed, as in its 3,200 square       Those “little details” are something they
feet of space, their ballroom can accommo-       actually specialize in, as they also offer the
date up to 250 people, offering an all-day       services of Debra Rose, their on-site coor-
rental to ensure that every last moment of       dinator, to ease the stresses of the planning
the day is celebrated to its fullest. “Couples   process and create a day that will be unfor-
love having their event with us because          gettable. “She has been in the business for
we’re more than just a venue,” Mills goes        over 30 years and has an amazingly creative
on. “We offer them services that the couple      mind for transforming our event space into
would typically have to seek out with an-        whatever you’re looking for as well as being
other company, and there is so much that         able to work with any vision and bringing
                                                                                                                             All Photos by: Duncan McCall

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F     rom your first wedding shower to an intimate rehearsal
                                              dinner and elegant reception, our experienced team
                                        of professionals will create the wedding of your dreams.
                                        We work with you each step of the way on the gourmet meals,
                                        custom decor, floral arrangements, spacious accommodations
                                        for you and your guests, and all the special touches that make
                                        this most important occasion memorable.

                                          4,200 sq. ft. of divisible       Full-service The Garden
                                          meeting and banquet              Grille & Bar® serving
                                          space to accommodate up          breakfast, dinner and
                                          to 250 guests                    evening room service
                                          On-site catering and             137 guest rooms,
                                          wedding planning                 including 14 suites
                                          Rehearsal dinners,               Outdoor pool, whirlpool,
                                          weddings and receptions          and workout facility

850-479-8900 • 1144 Airport Blvd., Pensacola • www.pensacolaairportmedicalcenter.hgi.com
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BUSINESS SPOTLIGHT

Cactus
                                                    problem for you or any out-of-town guests.
                                                    It’s the perfect space for rehearsal dinners,

Cantina
                                                    bachellorette and bachelor parties, bridal
                                                    showers, and engagement parties; and if
                                                    you want la celebración to come to you,
                        With their brightly         their catering team has you covered.
                        colored walls, lively
                        music, energetic            “Couples love having our customizable,
                        atmosphere, and food        cost-efficient taco and fajita bars at their
                        that definitely brings      wedding receptions and any other private
                        the party, Mexican          events they’re having, and we can provide
                        restaurants are naturally   delivery and full-service catering for any
                        festive; and when           event,” says Catering Manager Natalie
                        you’re celebrating the      Womer, whose expertise ensures that your
                        most important event        event will go off without a hitch and free to
                        in your life, isn’t that    enjoy the party.
exactly what you want? At Cactus Cantina,
every visit is a fiesta, offering a wide variety    Granted, Mexican cuisine might be a
of flavorful Mexican classics like tacos,           departure from the expected wedding food
burritos, quesadillas, and enchilladas              and the traditional dishes that so often
that are a party all on their own, and their        seem forgettable, but when you’re trying
refreshing menu of margaritas and cocktails         to make a memory, that’s exactly what’s on
keep spirits running high.                          order. With their profusion of flavors and
                                                    fun, festive vibe, Cactus Cantina’s offerings
Having opened their first location in 2013          are anything but forgettable—and their
in Gulf Shores, owners Michael Lane and             fantastic food will make you and your
Bobby Wade now own and operate 7                    guests say ¡Órale!
locations thoughout the Gulf Coast, and the
spacious private room that opens out onto           Cactus Cantina is located at 5121 North
a private patio at the Pensacola location           12th Avenue, Pensacola, Florida 32504.
has couples and their guest feeling amor.           For more information, call (850) 912-8565
And with good reason, as the resturant’s            or visit www.mycactuscantina.com. For
close proximity to many hotels downtown             catering, call (251) 979-6096 or email
means a night of partying needn’t be a              catering@mycactuscantina.com.

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                                 Index
                                 16   Bridal Loft Bride
                                 19   Color the Aisle
                                 26   Aisle Style
                                 32   I Do’s at the Dunes
                                 48   That’s Entertainment
                                 62 Counting Down to the
                                 		 Day of your Dreams
                                 68   Wedding Spotlights
                                 76   Bridal Gallery
                                 81 Wedding Spend
                                 		Across America

                                 Business Spotlights
                                 8    Hilton Garden Inn
                                 10   Cactus Cantina

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PREMIER OCEAN VIEW EVENT SPACE

                                                   ENGAGEMENT PARTIES
                                                     BRIDAL SHOWERS
                                                    REHEARSAL DINNERS
                                                        WEDDINGS
                                                       RECEPTIONS

                                           Michelle Wardlaw or Laura Pinzone
                                            41 Fort Pickens Road (top floor)
                                                Phone: 850-501-0409

                                                  info@piersuiteevents.com
                                                  www.piersuiteevents.com

                                    Photography: Studio Luxé Weddings | Dress: Tiffany Nicole Bridal
                                 Jewelry: Susan Campbell Jewelry | Florals: FIORE | Hair: Style Downtown

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-Gorgeous Beach View
                                                        -Delicious Coastal Cuisine
                                                         -Fresh Made Cocktails
                                                          -Genuine Hospitality

                                         41 Ft Pickens Rd. Gulf Breeze, FL 32561
                                                  www.casinobeachbar.com
                                             Email: events@casinobeachbar.com

                                                               Sweet
                                                            Creations
                                                             by Sharon Tobin
                                                                  Weddings
                                                                  Birthdays
                                                              Special Occasions

                                                                850-341-6674

Southern Soiree
A mismatched fine china and
 stemware rental company.
 www.Southern-soiree.com

   We offer Vintage MisMatched Fine China,
Crystal, Flatware and other vintage items for rental.
Call or email Leigh Shell for a consultation appointment.
    850.516.6090 • Leighshell@mchsi.com
                                                            www.sweetcreationsbysharon.com • sweetcreationsbysharon@yahoo.com

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Bridal
 Loft
 Bride
     Dearly Beloved…The Bridal Loft is
                                                                        Morgan Lorraine and Ryan Jantzen
                                                                        January 19, 2019
                                                                        Old Christ Church
     dedicated to providing exquisite                                   Pennebaker Photography
                                                                        Bride’s Dress: Stella York
     designer fashions for the bride and                                Groom’s Suit: Macy’s
                                                                        Florist: Supposey
     her entire bridal party, including                                 Makeup and Hair: Stephanie Turner and Volume One
                                                                        “It was the crier dress!”
     mother of the bride and groom,
     bridesmaids, and flower girls.
     Our exclusive bridal designs include Allure and Allure
     Romance, Stella York, Pronovias, and White One by
     Pronovias. Each designer puts their unique touch on all of
     their exquisite dresses, which gives us a selection perfect
     for a wide range of tastes.
       Along with bridal designs, we offer exclusive bridesmaids
     dresses by Jasmine and Allure and an elegant selection for
     mother of the bride and groom.
       With our many years of experience in the bridal industry,
     we feel confident that we can make your dress shopping
     experience as stress-free as possible; and we enjoy meeting
     and assisting brides as they begin their search for the
     perfect gown to wear down the aisle. Each bride has her
     own idea of what she is searching for, and we appreciate
     the opportunity to work one-on-one to narrow down the
     perfect style, fit, color, and detail to make it her very own.
       We invite you to visit us at The Bridal Loft to “Experience
     the Elegance.” Our goal is to provide personalized
     attention to each bride and her guests, so we ask that
     you schedule an appointment to guarantee you have the
     very best experience. We would also like to thank all of
                                                                      Justina Suarez and Chad Michael Floyd
                                                                      March 8, 2019
     our brides and customers for voting our store “Best of           The Burch House
     the Coast.” This award is based on customer service and          Tahiry Humrich Photography
     selection of merchandise; and as a local business, this          Bride’s Dress: Stella York
     honor is very special to us.                                     Groom’s Suit: Randall’s Formal Wear
       Thank you, Pensacola! We look forward to seeing you at         Florist: Sunshine Designs
     The Bridal Loft.                                                 Makeup and Hair: Hayley Gurney and Chelsey Domschke
                     - Brenda and Brandi                              “I loved the way it fit and accentuated my body, and the detailing
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Kerrie Shaw and Jack Begley                                             Ashley and Dakoda Rogers
March 16, 2019                                                          March 23, 2019
Pensacola Country Club                                                  Sowell Farms
Photos by Grace Mallett                                                 Mallory Paige Photography
Bride’s Dress: Allure Bridals                                           Bride’s Dress: Allure Bridals
Groom’s suit Gents Formal Wear on Wright St                             Groom’s Suit: Men’s Wearhouse
Florist: Jill Lewko                                                     Florist: Just Judy’s Flowers
Make up and Hair: Nikki Dela Pena and Colleen Williams                  Makeup and Hair: Kendall Bray and Ginny Brown
Moonflower and Kim Nelson Salon on 12th                                 “It had everything I was looking for. I didn’t need to try
“I chose the dress because it was everything I’ve dreamt                anything else on because that dress was made for me!”
about in a wedding dress since I was young.”

Shelbey and David English                                             Olivia and Jeremy Jordan
April 6, 2019                                                         July 7, 2018
Sowell Farms                                                          Sanders Beach Center
Melissa Wilson Photography                                            Patsy Brown Photography
Bride’s Dress: Stella York                                            Bride’s Dress: Allure Bridals
Groom’s Suit: Men’s Wearhouse                                         Groom’s Suit: Men’s Wearhouse
Florist: Supposey                                                     Florist: Sandy Norton of Tulips Florist
Makeup and Hair: Kiley O’Rourke and Brittney Farrington               Makeup and Hair: Brandy Boutwell & Kaytee Turley of Tease Boutique
“It was the first dress I ever tried on, even after exploring a few   “I knew it was my dress the moment I saw it on the hanger!”
other options; I chose the very first dress!”                                                                                  Fall 2019   17
Cheyenne and Matthew Banks                                          Victoria and Samuel Stauble
     October 6th, 2018                                                   October 27, 2018
     5 Eleven                                                            William Bartram Memorial Park
     Timothy Monk Photography                                            Perla Martinez Photography
     Bride’s Dress: Stella York                                          Bride’s Dress: Stella York
                                                                         Groom’s Suit: Men’s Wearhouse
     Groom’s Suit: Gents Formal Wear
                                                                         Florist: Just Judy’s Flowers
     Makeup and Hair: Tempest Knox and Kaytee Turley at Tease
                                                                         Makeup and Hair: Mandi Beavers
     “It was everything I ever wanted, and to top it all off, I got to   “The moment I put on the third dress, I knew without a doubt
     spend the best day of my life in my beautiful dress.”               it was the one. The lace back and the buttons down the entire
                                                                         train were absolutely stunning!”

      Ruddie and Josh Powell                                             Chella and Nick Stearns
      November 8, 2018                                                   November 17, 2018
      Seville Square                                                     Seville Quarter and The Lee House
      Perla Martinez Photography                                         Perla Martinez Photography
      Bride’s Dress: Allure Bridals                                      Bride’s Dress: Allure Bridals
      Groom’s Suit: Men’s Wearhouse                                      Groom’s Suit: Men’s Wearhouse
      Florist: Sunshine Designs                                          Florist: Chrissy Helvenston
      “While I didn’t expect to pick something so ‘fairy princess at     Makeup and Hair: Jennifer Rogers and The Penton House
      the ball,’ I couldn’t have found a more perfect dress if I had     “The dress for me was a no-brainer. I looked in the mirror and
      designed it myself!”                                               saw myself walking down the aisle. It was the perfect combination
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Color the Aisle
                                                                                         When it comes to choosing color pallets for your
                                                                                         bridesmaids, you don’t really have to stick to
                                                                                   By Liesel
                                                                                   Schmidt
                                                                                         one particular rule, because it’s about your vision
for the day and the theme you want it to follow. Naturally, you’ll want colors that compliment the décor you’ve chosen: the flowers, the
linens…all the pretties. But remember, your bridemaids are a HUGE part of conveying your vision for your dream day, like walking floral
arrangements that compliment you as the centerpiece. They should bloom in confidence and add an element of fun, whimsy, elegance,
or classic style as they precede you down the aisle and set the mood. And whether you’ve chosen softer hues like mint or gray or richer,
more saturated tones like burgundy, the colors your bridemaids wear plays a big role in making your wedding look cohesive.

                                                   Amanda and
                                                   John O’Bryan
                                                     February 9th, 2019
                                                 WaterColor Inn & Resort
                                                  Tay Gray Photography
                                                   Bride’s Dress: Eddy K
                                              Bridesmaids Dresses: Allure
                                            Groom’s Suit: Men’s Wearhouse
                                                 Flowers: Fishers Flowers
                                             Hair: Tease by Natalie Marie
                                                  Makeup: Make Me Up
                                                      by Marisa Taylor
                                              “Of all the wedding dresses
                                               I tried on, this was the only
                                            dress I not only felt beautiful in,
                                                   but felt confident in.”
                                             “For my bridesmaids’ dresses,
                                             we wanted to incorporate the
                                            clear blue Gulf Coast water into
                                            our wedding; and these dresses
                                            nailed it! They looked amazing
                                                    on all five girls!”

                                                             Jennifer and
                                                            Chuck Comella
                                                            September 16, 2018
                                                        Brett Birdsong Photography
                                                          Bride’s Dress: Pronovias
                                                        Bridesmaid’s Dresses: Allure
                                                            Groom’s Suit: Men’s
                                                                 Wearhouse
                                                            Clement Taylor Park
                                                         “As soon as I tried on the
                                                        dress I knew it was different
                                                       from the others. It felt special
                                                            and it felt like me!”
                                                        “ I wanted something classy
                                                          and neutral for my girls.”

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Emily and
                                      Jesse Shaffer
                                       March 2, 2019
                                       Sharin Shank
                                       Photography
                               Bride’s Dress: Allure Bridals
                               Bridesmaid’s Dresses: Allure
                              Grooms’ Suit: All Brides 2 Be
                               Flowers: Cotton & Magnolia
                             Kapok Event Center, Clearwater
                                 “The dress spoke to me
                                  when I first walked in!
                             The simple, but elegant features
                                     stood out to me.
                                    It was very Audrey
                                 Hepburn-like, which was
                                the look I was going for.”
                                    “We were looking for
                                   a color that would look
                                   good on any skin tone,
                                    and the burgundy did
                                      just that. The color
                                      combined with the
                                    V-neck and chiffon lay
                                 of the dress complimented
                                       every physique.”

                                      Bethany and
                                       Jacob Bell
                                     March 24, 2019
                                Meg Burke Photography
                               Bride’s Dress: Allure Bridals
                               Bridesmaids dresses: Allure
                              Groom’s Suit: Generation Tux
                             Flowers: Forget Me Knot Floral
                             Makeup and Hair: Misty Ewing
                                    with Bride Guide
                                Craft Farms Golf Resort,
                                      Gulf Shoes AL
                                “I believe that the dress
                                 chose me in a way. It fit
                                    perfectly without
                                    any alterations!”
                                 “With my husband wearing
                                   his military uniform and
                                 me in white too, we wanted
                                  the girls in Navy. My sister
                                      chose the dresses.

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Imagine pristine white sands and turquoise
                blue waters as your backdrop.
                Where only your beauty upstages the wonder of the natural setting. Dazzling event details at

                With miles of unencumbered, pristine beaches. And, where dream weddings come true.

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                                                                        236 W. G arden St • Pensacola, FL 32502

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AISLE
                                 STYLE
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                                 THE BRIDAL LOFT
                                 4400 Bayou Blvd, Suite No. 48
                                 850) 475-8296
                                 PensacolaBridalLoft.com

                                                       EDDY K
                                                       Designed in Milan and
                                                       manufactured with the
                                                       highest quality fabrics, Eddy
                                                       K has the perfect wedding
                                                       gown for every bride. From
                                                       sophisticated couture gowns
                                                       to elegant destination
                                                       dresses, Eddy K’s attention to
                                                       detail flatters all figures and
                                                       offers styles for any taste and
                                                       any special occasion.

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STELLA YORK
Introducing Stella York, a collection which brings dramatic elegance and
Australian-inspired sophistication to your special day.

Glamorous. Sexy. Extravagant. Stella York wedding dresses are more than
just a designer label. It’s an indelible mind-set — with each creation a perfect
complement to a bride’s attitude, style and spirit.

Dressed in spectacular beading, glamorous laces and enchanting fabrics,
the Stella York bride is assured to be the center of elegance and attention.
Whether a bride is graced in soft organzas, chiffons and charmeuses or
romantic satins and taffetas, the Stella York collection is an extraordinary
accompaniment to her every desire.
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     Newest Outdoor Event Space

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I Do’s At the Dunes
      By Liesel Schmidt

      With their incredible,
      breathtakingly gorgeous backdrop
      of glittering waters, sparklingly
      white sands, and painterly skies,
      beach weddings are a thing of
      beauty that couples all over the
      world travel miles to experience.
      From mid-day breezes to sunsets
      awash in color, these surfside
      ceremonies are the embodiment
      of romance; and Pensacola Beach
      is one place where vows of eternal
      love echo in the roar of the waves
      and dreams of the future are
      sprinkled in with the sand.

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escape to the beach, Paradise Beach        or homes when the party books three        very special time for our couples and
Homes offers large homes that can          or more; and their level of personal       their families, and they’ll remember it
accommodate up to 30 people, with          care makes the team at Paradise seem       for years to come. It truly is an honor to
many homes providing lower-level           heaven-sent.                               be a part of making their dreams come
spaces perfect for hosting a wide            “From start to finish, we take care      true.” From condos to homes right on
range of celebrations. And if you’re       of our couples,” says Laura Smith,         the sand, Paradise Beach Homes will
hoping to make this a family (or friend)   Marketing Manager at Paradise Beach        make you feel at home in heaven.
affair, book homes right next to one       Homes. “The minute they walk through       For more information, call the
another to keep everyone nearby.           the door, they’re greeted with a warm      Pensacola Beach office at
Making this every bit the dream come       welcome and helpful Vacation Rental        (850) 916-0777 or the new Navarre
true, couples who rent a Paradise          Specialists that walk them through         Beach office at (850) 710-3308.
home for their wedding will be able to     each of our event-friendly properties      View properties online at
give their guests the gift of discounted   and assist them in finding the perfect     www.paradisebeachhomes.com.

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                                                                                                                    Tara Cook Photography

      Hemingway’s Island Grill
      Fitting of the prolific writer who so       the Main Deck, wedding parties can         drinks and carving the meats for the
      loved the feel of the sea breezes in his    enjoy a covered, open-air area with        guests,” says General Manager Nick
      hair, Hemingway’s Island Grill is located   an elevated view of the water, while       Loizos. “All of it together truly enables
      right on the sands of Pensacola Beach,      smaller gatherings will love being         us to offer an amazing, personalized
      where the sparkling water serves as         surrounded by vistas of the Sound          day that will be extremely special and
      a backdrop for scenes of epic love          in the Front Room. And while simply        create an incredible memory.” For
      playing out in real life. Providing the     offering their picturesque space would     couples looking for a beach wedding
      perfect venue for a wide variety of         certainly win anyone’s heart, it’s the     they’ll never forget, Hemingway’s
      gatherings, Hemingway’s three levels        level of their cuisine and attention to    Island Grill will make their day one
      offer scenic views of the beach on          detail that makes this place a novel       for the books. Hemingway’s Island
      each level, as the Tower Bar’s elegant      romance. “Couples love being able          Grill is located at 400 Quietwater
      rooftop seating serves an amazing           to have a beachfront wedding without       Beach Road, Suite 16, Gulf Breeze,
      view of the Sound that’s any couple’s       all the headaches, and they love           Florida 32561. For more information,
      dream come true; and the Bimini             having access to our full-time event       call (850) 934-4747 or visit www.
      Bar’s casual, beachfront dining space       planner. We do it all, from coordinating   hemingwaysislandgrill.com.
      ensures plenty of room for dancing as       the ceremony out on the sand and
      well as children’s play areas. Out on       decorating the space to serving the

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Margaritaville Beach Hotel
Offering the perfect ambiance of           hotel accommodations right on site,       fingers, Margaritaville Beach Hotel is a
elegance, romance, and simplicity          ensuring an ease and simplicity that      perfect match when you’re looking for
that truly embodies “Island Style,”        will capture your heart.                  paradise. Margaritaville Beach Hotel
Margaritaville Beach Hotel’s location        “Our couples love the customer          is located at 165 Fort Pickens Road,
right on the beach is ideal for a dream-   service and the range of options that     Pensacola Beach, Florida 32561. For
like wedding that feels like a getaway.    are available for food and beverage for   more information, call (850) 916-9755
Love in your hearts, feet in the sand,     their event, as well as the convenience   or visit www.margaritavillehotel.com.
Gulf of Mexico in the background…          of having such a magnificent hotel
                                                                                                         Tahiry Humrich Photography
this is one laid-back and relaxing venue   for hosting their guests or even for
where couples are given everything         their own wedding night. We create
they need to have a stress-free            an unforgettable setting and offer
day that’s still all about the details.    a personalized experience, creating
Combined with various event spaces to      memories that are as individual
host anything from the rehearsal dinner    as each couple and a special day
to the wedding ceremony and the            that will never be forgotten,” says
reception following, Margaritaville        Summer Smith, Director of Marketing
also offers the advantage of luxurious     and Activities. With all that at your

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The Grand Marlin Restaurant & Oyster Bar
      Offering stunning views and incredible    Manager Julie Linander. “Our highly        Oyster Bar is located at 400 Pensacola
      fare combined with their exceptional      experienced team also works with each      Beach Boulevard, Pensacola Beach,
      attention to detail, The Grand Marlin     couple for on-site coordination of their   Florida 32561. For more information,
      is the perfect venue for any rehearsal    event, and our dedicated banquet           call (850) 677-9153 or visit www.
      dinner or wedding reception, providing    staff ensures that things run smoothly     thegrandmarlin.com.
      private and semi-private space for        and seamlessly—one thing that every
      gatherings of 20 to 100 guests. And       happy couple needs!” In keeping with
      with their vantage point overlooking      their grand style, The Grand Marlin
      Santa Rosa Sound with beautiful           provides a range of elegant banquet
      views of the Gulf Islands National        menu options in addition to offering
      Seashore and Pensacola Beach, The         the option of customizing the menu to
      Grand Marlin will indeed give you a       more fully fit your personal taste. From
      grand experience you’ll never forget.     rehearsal dinner toasts to the very
      “Couples love having their event          last drop of bubbly at the reception,
      at The Grand Marlin because of its        The Grand Marlin is a grand place to
      beautiful views, fantastic service, and   celebrate your fairy tale come true.
      wonderful cuisine,” says Marketing        The Grand Marlin Restaurant &

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Innisfree Hotels

  Innisfree Hotels                                                                                            Innisfree Hotels

Hilton Pensacola Beach
Dreaming of an all-inclusive, picture-   each sip and every bite is worthy of    location, the stunning views, and
perfect wedding that’ll make you         celebration. The perfect venue for      the photo opportunities here are
pinch yourself? Hilton Pensacola         bridal showers, bridesmaids’ lunches,   one-of-a-kind, providing a lifetime
Beach offers everything you could        rehearsal dinners, ceremonies,          of memories; and that’s what every
ever imagine and more, with world-       receptions, and farewell brunches,      bride and groom should have on this
class accommodations, first-class        Hilton accommodates the needs of a      special day,” say Catering Managers
dining options, breathtaking outdoor     wide range of gatherings, from small    Victoria J. Branch and Shamika
and indoor venues, and the luxurious     and casual to grand and elegant.        Dykes. Whether you’re booking with
Fusion Spa within walking distance,        Even more worthy of an “I Do,”        them for a full “destination wedding”
making every aspect of your wedding      Hilton’s wedding packages also          or for hosting your post-ceremony
flawless, elegant, and an event you—     include a complimentary room for        party, Hilton Pensacola Beach vows
and your guests—will remember            couples on their wedding night, while   to make you fall in love. Hilton
for a lifetime. Taking the task firmly   guests can book their own stay in       Pensacola Beach is located at 12 Via
in hand, Hilton’s two catering sales     rooms that are every bit the dream      De Luna Drive, Pensacola Beach,
managers work with each couple to        come true. “So many couples book        Florida 32561. For more information,
create menus that suit their vision      with us because of our amazing staff    call (850) 916-2999 or visit www.
and their budget, ensuring that          and incredible atmosphere. The          hiltonpensacolabeach.com.

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Studio Luxé Weddings

                                                                                                                    Studio Luxé Weddings

        Studio Luxé Weddings                                                                                        Studio Luxé Weddings

      Pier Suite
      Finding the perfect venue for a wed-        sparking blue ocean waters. Equipped        during, and after the event with both
      ding can be challenging, especially         with a caterer’s kitchen, bathrooms, a      the couples as well as any vendors
      when you’re essentially looking for a       vanity room for the bridal party, tables,   they have hired,” she goes on. “This
      blank slate. But as a company focused       and chairs, the space can meet every        truly is a special place to celebrate a
      on creating that perfect space and          couple’s needs and give them the day        wedding, and exchanging vows out on
      offering a room with a view, Pier Suite     they’ve always envisioned; and sup-         the balcony with the incredible back-
      takes the headache out of the process       ported by expertise and passion of          drop of Pensacola Beach Pier and the
      and makes it a dream come true. Ide-        Michelle Wardlaw and Laura Pinzone,         Gulf is something that any couple will
      ally situated on the top floor at the end   Pier Suite is shaping up to be a go-to      remember forever.” From I Do’s to last
      of Pensacola Pier, its 1500 square feet     location for a full day of love.            dances, Pier Suite is the perfect space
      of indoor space offers an open room           “We’re both great listeners, really       to start your Happily Ever After. We
      that can be fully customized to fit any     tuning into what the couples want for       are located at 41 Fort Pickens Rd.,
      wedding-related event and accommo-          their big day,” says Wardlaw, who co-       Pensacola Beach, FL 32561. For
      dates 150 people, opening out to a 900      owns the company along with Pinzone.        more information, call Michelle (850)
      square-foot balcony overlooking Pen-        “We want to throw the perfect event,        501-0409 or Laura (850) 781-6272,
      sacola Beach to offer an unrivaled view     so we make communication as easy as         email info@piersuiteevents.com or
      of crystal white beaches bordered by        possible, working to coordinate before,     visit PIERSUITEevents.com

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Casino Beach Bar & Grille
If you want to feel your toes in the sand   gorgeous views and the fact that we       Casino Beach Bar & Grille is located
and have incredible views of the beach      do everything in our power to make        at 41 Fort Pickens Road, Gulf Breeze,
all around for your big day, Casino         sure their day is extra special,” says    Florida 32561. For more information,
Beach Bar & Grille is a win-win, offering   Marketing Manager Kelly Hogrebe.          call (850) 932-6313 or visit www.
an amazing dining experience for            “Our catering team and chef want          casinobeachbar.com.
everyone on your guest list. Offering       every aspect to be perfect and
on-site catering in a restaurant space      stress-free, so we’ll work with you
whose loft seating raises you up for        to accommodate your needs and
a bird’s eye view and an airy patio         accomplish your vision.” Open since
perfect for enjoying the sea breeze,        2014, Casino Beach is a best bet for
the team at Casino Beach wants every        hosting a winning event, whether
last detail of your day to be nothing       you’re celebrating with an engagement
short of perfection—and they’re willing     party, bridal shower, rehearsal dinner,
to bet odds on the fact that you’ll love    or reception. And while love might
what you see and taste.                     be a gamble, this is one place where
   “One of the things that couples          you’re sure to come away having won
love so much about us is our                many times over.

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       Portofino Island Resort
      Offering everything a couple could         sunset dolphin cruises aboard their 63-     planner, my goal is simple: to give
      imagine and more, Portofino Island         foot catamaran with in-house catering       you a one-of-a kind wedding that’s all
      Resort has a beautiful waterfront          services.                                   yours, with elements in design and
      location as well as more than 300            Perfect for creating an all-inclusive     theme that highlight your love for
      stunning two and three-bedroom             weekend of celebration as well              each other and all the unique things
      rental accommodations within five          as guest accommodations for                 that make you individually you,” says
      Mediterranean-inspired and world-          any destination wedding, each of            Director of Corporate Accounts and
      class resort amenities with customized     Portofino’s condominiums feature a          Special Events Jessica Jensen. From
      service standards that provide guests      gourmet kitchen, master bedroom with        tear-filled vows to farewell waves,
      the opportunity build their perfect        spa bath, living area and sweeping          Portofino Island Resort is beachside
      “Wedding Weekend,” from start to           water views unlike those offered by any     bliss at its finest. Portofino Island
      finish. Boasting a variety of unique and   other resort in the area. And while the     Resort is located at 10 Portofino Drive,
      distinct meeting spaces, Portofino also    accommodations and amenities would          Pensacola Beach, Florida 32561. For
      has numerous options that include          certainly be enough to win any couple’s     more information, call (850) 916-5000
      getting married on the beach, Chef-to-     hearts, the passion and commitment          or visit www.portofinoisland.com.
      You bridal showers hosted in a luxury      of their on-site events coordinator truly
      Skyhome, and even enjoying intimate        seals it all with a kiss. “As a wedding

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That’s
Entertainment                                          By Liesel
                                                       Schmidt

                           When you’re planning a wedding,
                           there are so many things, so many
                           elements to consider—not the least of
                           which are all of those details that fall
                           under the heading of “entertainment.”
                           Comprised of much more than simply
                           the traditional DJ or band that set up
                           shop to oversee the music during the
                           reception as it did in your parents’ day,
                           today’s wedding entertainment actually
                           encompasses ALL things that could,
                           in fact, be considered a source of
                           entertainment. So, yes, that means the
                           DJ or band. But it also means things
                           like the ride to and from the reception;
                           the add-ons that keep your guests
                           occupied while they’re not busting a
                           move on the dance floor, sucking down
                           cocktails (we see you, Aunt Mabel), or
                           stuffing their faces with (hopefully) de-
                           licious catered food (ahem) and cake.
                           There’s more that has to be done—
Asilinn Kate Photography   especially in these times when every
                           event is posted all over social media—
                           and Pensacola has experts in all modes
                           of entertainment that will make your
                           wedding #unforgettable.
                              Everyone’s all about taking selfies
                           and snapping shots of everything they
                           see and do, but there’s still something
                           insanely fun about the old-school
                           photo booths. Somehow the idea of
                           squeezing far too many people into
                           ridiculously small space to get awk-
                           ward faces forever memorialized on a
                           strip of tiny photos is still every bit as
                           novel now as it was before the advent
                           of digital cameras and smart phones;
                           and wedding receptions are one place
                           where these babies shine, as owner
                           of Foto2Go Rob Kimball can attest.
                           “Photo booths offer unmatched premi-
   Foto 2 Go
                           um entertainment to make memories

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      Foto 2 Go

      that will last a lifetime, and our booths
      provide a charming experience where
      guests can receive a memento to take
      home while leaving a message and
      picture for the bride and groom.”
      Offering rental of two video booths
      and three different styles of photo
      booth with many customizable options,
      Foto2Go has been making couples
      in the Pensacola area—and their
      guests—smile for 11 years. And while
      the new take on those pod-like spaces
      now offers a bit more room to spread
      out, none of the fun is lost…In fact, it’s
      taken to even greater extent, as they
      come with every kind of prop, back-
      drop, and photo format imaginable,
      meaning your guests could be sporting                                   Foto 2 Go

      some killer handlebar moustaches and
      feather boas along with their party
      dresses.
         “Couples love having photo booths
      at their receptions because they offer
      guests plenty of entertainment, and
      they get to take home a great me-
      mento to remember the party!” says
      Raylene Wheat, who started Mirror
                                                   Mirror Images Photobooth   Mirror Images Photobooth
      Images Photobooth in 2018. Of-
      fering rental of an interactive Magic
      Mirror that walks guests through the
      picture-taking process, compliments
      them, and plays games with them, the
      booth also enables each picture to be
      personalized with the couple’s names
      and wedding dates or a message from
      the bride and groom. “Mirror Images
      offers red carpet, personalized service
      and custom design wedding overlays
      with every couple’s colors and theme.
      We also deliver, set up, and break
      down the booth and provide deluxe
      custom props as well as an attendant
      to make sure everything runs smoothly.
      Each couple also receives a custom
      heart-shaped USB with all the pictures       Mirror Images Photobooth                     Mirror Images Photobooth

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                           from the event,” says Wheat.
                               It’s important to have the right DJ
                           at your wedding, as well, as whomever
                           you trust with the all-important power
                           of the mic—and, therefore, the great-
                           est command of the room—can either
                           make or break the reception. Hire
                           the wrong one, and your day will live
                           forever in infamy…and likely not just in
                           people’s memories. Don’t you just love
                           the Internet? The best DJs will know
                           how to read the room and will have
                           really taken the couple’s personalities
                           into account, not to mention being
                           able to keep the group’s energy level
                           up and adapt to the range of ages in
                           their audience.
Asilinn Kate Photography       “We have ten Personality DJs at
                           Boogie, Inc. who don’t just play music.
                           They make all announcements for
                           things like the couple’s entrance to
                           the reception, the cake cutting, the
                           toasts, the bouquet and garter toss,
                           and the couple’s first dance; but we
                           also get involved with the crowd and
                           keep them moving with line dancing
                           and taking requests, and we see who
                           is attending and adjust the music to
                           fit that specific group,” says Bonnie
                           McDonald, proud owner of a company
                           now celebrating its 40th year. “Our DJs
                           also work with the photographer and
                           wedding planner to make sure every-
                           thing goes smoothly for our couples,
                           and we go out of our way to make sure
                           everything is in place before the first
                           guests arrive.”
                               “When couples get married, they
                           want a to have a professional, fun, and
                           well-spoken DJ/MC and great lighting
                           to make their event space shine,” says
                           owner of Powell Entertainment Matt
                           Powell, a seasoned DJ who spent years
                           working for a major cruise line before
                           starting his multi-faceted company in
                           2015. As an expert in the industry, Pow-
                           ell knew just what to offer his clients
                           to suit their needs in whatever event
                           they might be celebrating, incorporat-
                           ing A/V services, draping and lighting
                           décor, and DJ services into one brand
                           to create the ultimate one-stop shop.
                           “One of the things our clients appre-
                           ciate and have come to expect from
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      our attention to detail, our passion, our
      incredible skillset, and our premium
      quality services and equipment,” Pow-
      ell goes on. Keeping it all in-house,
      Powell also owns and operates The
      Rails on Wright St., an open-air event
      space that can be booked as a space
      on its own or in a full package with
      Powell Entertainment’s services.
         “We get so many compliments
      from brides saying we relieved them
      of so much stress when it comes to
      the planning of the reception,” says
      owner of SN DJ Entertainment Stacey
      Noles, whose work as a radio host have
      positioned him well to run an event en-
      tertainment company. “A lot of times
      when we meet with brides for their
      initial consultation, they don’t even
      know where to start, so we help them
      out by giving them some ideas. After
      they hire us, we work directly with them
      to come up with a detailed, written,
      organized planner with a sequence of
      events customized specifically for them
      and their unique tastes; and then we
      send copies of that to all of their other
      vendors. We want our brides to feel
      like a ‘guest’ at their reception, so we
      go the extra mile in making sure their
      reception is relaxing, fun, and—most
      importantly—stress-free,” Noles goes
      on. Obviously, Noles and his team are
      doing something right, as they’ve been
      offering their services in wedding DJ
      entertainment throughout the area
      since 2003, extending their expertise
      to provide decorative up lighting,
      monogrammed lighting, and services
      as “on-site” wedding reception en-
      tertainment director and coordinator.
      Whether you simply want a Master of
      Ceremonies or a full-fledged guide, SN
      DJ Entertainment offers everything you
      need to keep your special day moving
      to the beat.
          Dancing is undeniably a huge com-
      ponent of wedding entertainment, as
      well, and their can be a lot of pressure
      felt by the bride and groom to get it
      right when all eyes in the room are
      fixed on the for that all-important First
      Dance. Due to the fact that some of us
      are born with two left feet and not an
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be a daunting prospect—all the more
so on the most important day of your
life—so having some of the pressure
taken off by getting professional help
(and not the kind that requires you
to open up about your relationship
with your mother while you sit on a
couch) can go a long way. It’s incredibly
important to have the right instructor,
someone who puts you at ease and
unlocks your inner Fred Astaire and
Ginger Rogers; and at Fred Astaire
Dance Studio Pensacola, that’s pre-
cisely what they do. “We’re certified
to teach ballroom dancing and can
provide any type of dance to fit the
couple’s vision,” says Danielle Oplaski,
who co-owns the studio with Isidro
Erreguin and together boast a com-
bined 19 years of teaching, competing
and dance studio management. “We
provide a level of service similar to a
wedding planner when it comes to
the dancing portion of the wedding
and work with them on whatever they
want to complete their vision for that
day! Regardless of who is doing the
dancing—the couple themselves, the
parents with newly-married, or even
the entire wedding party—we make
sure to understand the dimensions of
the floor and the layout of the room
as well as the dress and shoes that the
bride is wearing, and we even help
them plan when and how the dance
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      so that they are over-prepared and left
      with no questions or surprises.”
         No wedding is complete with-
      out transportation to and from the
      ceremony and the reception—and
      especially when it comes time to
      make the great escape at the end of
      the evening to start the honeymoon.
      It can’t be just any old car—not if
      you really want to capture everyone’s
      attention and make it memorable, and
      that’s exactly what Celepretty Limo
      does every time they roll. As Pensac-
      ola’s only car service offering Rolls
      Royce and Bentleys for the big day,
      Celepretty holds prime parking in the
      market, and couples fall in love with
      the sense of grandeur and the unde-
      niable style and sophistication that
      riding in such beautiful cars brings.        Celepretty Limo / Aislinn Kate Photography

      “Couples love the way that hiring our
      services us adds a little bling and a
      lot of luxury to their wedding, and it’s
      a great way for them to relax to and
      from the event,” says owner Steven
      DeCesare, who started the company
      in 2012 and offers those luxurious
      rides for celebrations and events of all
      kinds throughout the Pensacola area.
         Taking luxury to noble heights,
      owner of WeddingCar2Go Robbie
      Kimball offers his couples what he
      calls “the royal touch,” renting the
      chauffeured use of his 1960 Jaguar
      Austin Princess Limousine. As one
      of the only 200 Princess models ever
      made, every ride is an exclusive and
      unique experience that’s sure to
      make you feel like you’re the king and
      queen of your day. “It’s a really special     Wedding Car 2 G0 / East Hill Photo
      thing that couples love, and it makes
      an incredible memory for them,” says
      Kimball, who started the company in
      2016. Offering packages and rates
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      that’ll have you toasting your luck, a
                                                  FIRST DANCE:                                  FATHER/DAUGHTER DANCE:
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      your day with perfection.
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         Admittedly, in the grand scheme of
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      things, a wedding isn’t all about the
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      entertainment—it’s about the love and
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                                                                                 Tara Cook Photography

Boogie, Inc.              Fred Astaire Dance Studio Pensacola   SN DJ Entertainment
(850) 438-1660            (850) 332-7343                        (850)501-1590
www.boogieinc.com         www.fredastaire.com/pensacola/        www.sndjpensacola.com
mrsboogie@boogieinc.com   Pensacola@fredastaire.com             weddings@sndjpensacola.com

Celepretty Limo           Mirror Images Photobooth              WeddingCar2Go
(850) 501-1389            (850) 516-6038                        (850) 590-3309
www.celeprettylimo.com    www.mirrorimagesphotobooth.net        www.weddingcar2go.com
                          MirrorImagesPhotobooth@outlook.com    info@weddingcar2go.com
Foto 2 Go
(850) 590-3309            Powell Entertainment
www.foto2go.org           (850) 501-1078
info@foto2go.org          www.PowellEntertain.com
                          Matt@PowellEntertain.com

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MIRROR IMAGES PHOTOBOOTH

                                                                    To book your
                                                                    date, call or text
                                                                    850.516.6038
                                                                    RAYLE NE WHE AT, OWN ER

                                                   www.mirrorimagesphotobooth.net

      SN DJ Entertainment
         “We’ve Got Your Event Covered”
          Contact Local Radio Personality,
           Stacey Noles, for professional
       Wedding DJ and Entertainment Services!
     850-501-1590 • www.sndjpensacola.com
         weddings@sndjpensacola.com
           Local — Professional — Affordable
                                                 850.474.2583
                                                UWF.EDU/EVENTSERVICES
       WEDDINGS ARE OUR SPECIALTY
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WE DO
                                                      • Private events
                                                      • Wedding rehearsal dinners, birthday
                                                        parties, showers, business events, etc.

                                                         Contact Jami Brown for more info at
                                                                   (850) 602-1223
                                                         286 N Palafox St • Pensacola Fl. 32502
                                                                 Find us on Facebook

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Aislinn Kate Photography

                                         BIRTHDAY’S l WEDDINGS l PARTIES l BABY SHOWERS & OTHER EVENTS

                                                 Give us a call to setup a consultation.
                                                       707 East Cervantes Suite A,
                                                          Pensacola, Fl 32501
                                                            (850) 466-3363
                                                      sales@ohsnapcupcakes.com
                                                       www.ohsnapcupcakes.com

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Full Service
                                                     Catering Experts
                                                     Your Choice of Venue
                                                     or Our Banquet Facilities
                                                      • Wedding Receptions
                                                      • Rehearsal Dinners
                                                      • Bridal Showers
                                                      • AND MORE!

                                     Contact: Destiney Lee • 850-564-1231
                                     5887 Hwy 90, Milton FL 32583
                                     www.facebook.com/Grovertsbbq

                                   Cookware
                                   Cutlery
                                   Bridal Registry

                                       visit us @
                                 www.MyHoneyCooks.com

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Phocus Photography

                     Sarah McCartt

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Actual Invisalign Patients:
  Kayla and Jerrad Vunovich

 You can see Jerrad on
American Horror Story:
      Freak Show

 850.477.1089
      Pensacola Pace Perdido Cantonment
     Navarre Crestview Fort Walton Niceville
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Counting Down to
                    the Day of Your Dreams…
     10-12 MONTHS PRIOR: 6-8 MONTHS:
                                                                                                Start taking dance lessons with your
                                                                                                fiancé if you’d like better dance skills
       Determine your budget and decide                                                         to show off at the reception
       where to allocate the funds                  Book musicians for the ceremony             Write and send thank you cards for
       Find ideas for the theme and color           Choose and order bridesmaids’               shower gifts and early gifts you’ve
       palette                                      dresses                                     received
       Build your team of helpers and               Begin planning the honeymoon
       planners                                     Send out your Save-the-Date cards         Mallory Paige Photography

       Pick your venue and investigate
       available dates
       Pick your wedding date                     4-6 MONTHS:
                                                    Attend your pre-wedding counseling
       Create a wedding website
       Start compiling your guest list              sessions
       Decide who you’d like in your                Order wedding invitations
       wedding party and make the                   Order wedding rings
       request official                             Select formalwear for the groom
       Investigate wedding insurance                Select a cake designer and book
       Have engagement photos taken                 their services

     Phocus Photography

                                                  Phocus Photography

                                                  3 MONTHS:
                                                    Book the location for your rehearsal
                                                    dinner

     8-10 MONTHS:
       Decide what you want your gown to
                                                    Decide on the guest list for your
                                                    rehearsal dinner
                                                    Order your wedding cake
       look like and start shopping                 Attend the bridal shower
       Shop for bridal accessories                  Arrange rentals for the groomsmen’s
       Determine the menu for your                  formalwear
        reception                                   Hire any necessary limousine services
       Book your entertainers                       or other transportation for the
       Book your officiant                          wedding day
                                                                                               Mallory Paige Photography

       Choose your florist and make the

                                                  2 MONTHS:                                   1 MONTH:
       arrangements for your big day
       Schedule interviews with
       photographers and book their                 Mail invitations                            Apply for the marriage license
       services                                     Compose your vows                           Have your final dress fitting, then
       Make your wedding registries                 Purchase gifts for the wedding party        bring the gown home after you have it
       Arrange all necessary rentals for tents,     Purchase gifts for both sets of parents     pressed or steamed
       chairs, tables, etc.                         Book a hairstylist and do test-runs         Call the bridesmaids to make sure
       Start planning the honeymoon                 Book a make-up artist and try out the       they all have their gowns
       Finalize your invitation list                look you want                               Discuss any last minute changes with

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NIGHT BEFORE:
Timothy Monk Photography                      vendors’ delivery times
                                              Attend bachelorette party
                                              Start packing for the honeymoon             Rehearsal
                                              Give readers their scripts (i.e. Bible      Give the marriage license to the
                                              passages, poems, etc.)                      officiant
                                                                                          Rehearsal dinner

                                            2-3 DAYS BEFORE:
                                              Have the gown pressed or steamed if
                                                                                          Present the wedding party with their
                                                                                          gifts
                                                                                          Arrange transportation of gifts from
                                              necessary                                   the venue
                                              Make sure that the groom has had his        Go to bed early!
                                              final fitting and picked up his

                                                                                       DAY OF:
                                              formalwear
                                              Make sure that the groomsmen have
                                              their formalwear                            Present parents with their gifts
                                              Go over the order of the recessional        Exchange gifts with your intended
                                              and processional for the ceremony           Give wedding bands to the Maid of
                                              Reconfirm all plans with the vendors        Honor and Best Man
                                              Have your second Brazilian wax
                                              treatment
                                              Call limousine and transportation
                                              services to confirm picku

                                                                                        Phocus Photography

                                                                                       POST-WEDDING:
                                                                                          Pre-arrange rental returns
                                                                                          Write and send thank you notes
  the vendors
                                                                                          to vendors
  Print wedding programs
                                                                                          Write and send thank you notes
  Send out rehearsal dinner invitations
                                                                                          for gifts
  Finalize your honeymoon
                                                                                          Exchange duplicate gifts (or unwanted
  accommodations
                                                                                          ones)
  Purchase unity candle, guest book,
                                                                                          Have your dress cleaned and
  toasting flutes, and cake servers
                                                                                          preserved for storage
  Get your first Brazilian wax treatment
  Pick up wedding rings

2 WEEKS:
  Review your RSVPs and contact any
  guests who haven’t yet responded
  Finalize the plans for your photos with
  the photographer
  Finalize the song list with the DJ or
  band you’ve booked for the reception      Phocus Photography
  Notify the venue and caterer of the
  final headcount of guests
  Get your last haircut and color
  treatment before the wedding              1 DAY BEFORE:
                                              Give all vendors emergency contact

1 WEEK:
  Plan the seating chart for your
                                              numbers to call in the event of
                                              an issue
                                              Write checks to vendors for any
  reception and print table cards             remaining balances and tips
  Confirm all arrangements with your          Make sure that you have everything
  wedding vendors                             ready for the Big Day (i.e. rings,        Phocus Photography
                                                                                        Just Judy’s Flowers
  Give your venues a schedule of your         license, etc.)

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