Tracy’s Creations not only alters clothing for special occasions, but is frequently asked for custom garment reconstruction, too. “I love the creative challenge of modifying previously worn pieces to make beautiful new creations!” smiles Tracy Ellis-Nuttle, Owner/Seamstress with 40+ years of experience. “Designs circle around borrowing elements and features between the generations. It’s exciting to
Nestled in eight picturesque acres, Vale Royal Barn & Inn offers a magical setting for outdoor weddings, blending rustic charm with natural splendor. Owner Valerie Johnson describes the venue as “a place where couples can truly make their day their own.” With exclusive weekend access to the property’s country house, couples and their guests are
Voted the 2024 City’s Choice for Favorite Bridal Shop, Expressions in Silk has been helping brides-to-be find “THE dress” for their big day for over four decades. Shop owner Patti Ruhala and her expert team believe shopping for your wedding gown should be an exciting, stress-free experience. She graciously shared valuable tips for making this
At Fenton Winery & Brewery, wedding planning is a collaborative journey led by Co-owner Ginny Sherrow and her dedicated team. “Our full-time coordinators become a steady source of knowledge and expertise for our couples throughout the average 18-month planning period,” Sherrow shares. “We cherish the long-term relationships we build – not only before the special
Good news for those planning to wed this year … In 2024, the wedding world is all about celebrating love in a way that’s fun and full of personality. If you’re all about classic and traditional – that’s great! Want to go your own way and make everything a reflection of your personal style? That’s
Your best friend is getting married! You’ve known this person nearly their whole life. You’ve been together through ups-and-downs, good times and bad. You’ve laughed with them and cried with them. You know that you’ll always be there no matter what and they know it, too. As evidence, they’ve just done you the significant honor
When planning their weddings, many couples feel they have to do things a certain way because it’s just the way you’re “supposed to” do it! While “classic” can be a great go-to (it’s classic for a reason, right?) it’s become much more “okay” to step outside the box and let your personalities guide the vibe
You’ve been invited to attend a grand wedding and you should feel honored that the happy couple wants to celebrate their marriage in your presence. Huzzah! It’s going to be a great party, but a sophisticated one. To show how much you value their friendship and support their union, follow a few time-honored rules of
After the beautiful ceremony, the reception is the time to officially celebrate the newlyweds and have some fun. Typically, after the formalities and the meal, the band or DJ starts the music and most people head out to the dance floor. That’s all fine and dandy, but I’m here to say that dancing isn’t the
Our annual Bridal Section is all about weddings – rings, gowns, parties – as well as taking some important first steps together such as buying a first home. But after the vows are spoken and married life begins, what is the key to success down the road? You could Google “How to be a good
It is estimated that 2.6 million weddings will take place in the U.S. this year – a record high! The uncertain climate for social activity has inspired creativity and couples are exploring non-traditional concepts for their big day. Here are some trends for the wedding season ahead, and tips from local wedding experts. Pop
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