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Dear Reader WEDDING TRIVIA 1. Which actress tied with Liz Taylor having eight marriages in Hollywood?

6. How many carats is Beyonce’s $5 million dollar emerald cut?

A) Lana Turner

A) 28.20

B) Jennifer O’Neill

B) 30

C) Rue McClanahan

C) 22.5

D) Hedy Lamarr

D) 24

2. How old was the woman given the earliest engagement ring?

7. Who was the first lady at the age of 21 to marry in the White House?

Marquise “Navette”

Largest looking with dramatic and daring flare. Elongates the finger but chips easily. Hated or loved.

Round

Most popular and expensive!

Represents glamour and sophistication with a touch of flamboyant charisma.

A) Twenty-one

A) Edith Kermit Roosevelt

B) Twenty-five

B) Frances Clara Folsom Cleveland

C) Sixteen

C) Louisa Catherine Adams

D) Two

D) Elizabeth Jane Monroe

3. What is the luckiest and unluckiest month to get married?

8. Which engagement ring shape is said to be bad luck?

A) May & June

A) Princess

B) July & October

B) Cushion

C) December & February

C) Pearl

D) June & May

D) Sapphire

4. Which two days are the busiest “marriage” days in Las Vegas?

9. Which celebrity marriage was shortest?

A) Valentine’s Day & New Year’s Eve

B) Dennis Rodman & Carmen Electra

B) Fourth of July & Valentine’s Day

C) Kim Kardashian & Kris Humphries

C) New Year’s Eve & St. Patrick’s Day

D) Mario Lopez & Ali Landry

Emerald

Favored for aesthetic. Elongates the finger and the epitomy of sophistication. Best known for beauty and precision.

A) Britney Spears & Jason Allen Alexander

Pear “Teardrop”

Oval and Marquise mix. Resonates with uniqueness and sense of adventure. Elongates the finger but point easily chips.

D) Cinco de Mayo & April Fool’s Day

5. What two traditions did Queen Victoria and Prince Albert invent?

10. When Meghan Markle married Prince Harry in 2018, she became Duchess of?

A) Wales

A) Left Hand Ring & Man Propose

B) Windsor

B) White Dress & Cake Figurines

C) Sussex

C) Cake Figurines & Left Hand Ring

D) Cambridge

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The 4 Most Expensive Weddings

Princess Diana /Prince Charles The “Wedding of the Century” in 1981.

Worth $48 million which today would be $110 million. Her wedding gown was worth around $150,000.

Prince William / Kate Middleton For their 2011 wedding, $32 million went toward security alone. The wedding itself was $34 million and Kate’s gown was $434,000.

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Michael Jordan / Yvette Prietto

Known as the “Kim Kardashian of China” she wore a custom Dior dress with a 10-foot train and carried 100 hand-cut roses. The cost- $31 million (Her goodie bags included cellphones!)

The NBA legend’s second wedding in 2013 racked up $10 million. Included 300 guests that enjoyed performances from Usher, K’Jon, and Robin Thicke.

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- Aries: March 21 - April 19

Your marriage will be filled with spontineity and adventure. You will thrive as individuals and not risk loosing yourselves.

- Taurus: April 20 - May 20

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Your marriage will be grounded. You enjoy the finer things in life. It is important to mix things up becuase you two can get stuck in your ways.

- Gemini: May 21 - June20

Communication is key! You crave variety so take part in new activities together. But remember to prioritize your time together.

- Cancer: June 21 - July 22

>>> I recently met someone on a dating app and they wanted to Snapchat so we could see each other before meeting in person. He looked nothing like his pictures. So I assume he’s completely misrepresented himself in everything else? How do you find out if someone is lying on a dating app? And what’s your advice on the information you put about your own profile?

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Ding ding ding...I would say you are on the right track! If his pictures look nothing like what you saw when you used Snapchat, chances are, his information in other areas probably contains at least a slight (please note the sarcasm) misrepresentation of who he really is. I definitely recommend people use all resources available, and there are many, to investigate people they might be interested in meeting when the “first contact” has been on a dating app. You have Facebook, LinkedIn, Instagram, Snapchat, and many other tools at your fingertips. Unfortunately, one of the only real ways to know if someone is lying to you or misrepresenting themselves on a dating app is to actually use some form of video communication or meet in person.

Risky...I know! Call me crazy…but it is my professional experience that when someone is lying about who they are on a dating app, they will probably lie about many other things in a relationship going forward. Not really a great way to start some new relationship endeavor, but seems quite common.

That being said, if they misrepresent themselves in pictures, I might call it quits and try again with someone new. Honesty is one of the highest regarded values in a relationship! You probably shouldn’t assume this level of honesty will change, if they can’t even be truthful about how they look.

Besides, confidence is such an attractive feature! If they are that insecure in themselves and how they look, they most likely have some personal self confidence issues they need to work on before being healthy enough to enter into a relationship.

As far as what you put on your own dating app profile, I obviously believe it should be HONEST! Pictures need to be current and true to who you are. I believe pictures should show your personality as much as pictures can. Be honest about what you are looking for by being on the app. If you are looking for a long-term relationship, don’t be afraid to say it. If you are looking for a hook-up, don’t be afraid to say that either because there are plenty of people who will jump on that opportunity as well!

It is just part of the society we live in today. I know many single people who wish there were an app strictly for hook-ups and another app strictly for those looking to actually meet real people and form quality relationships. If you have values important to you that might be deal breakers in a relationship, it might be a good idea to include those. Dating is about getting to know people and decide if they hold long-term relationship potential or even marriage potential! The more honest everyone is, the less broken hearts and frustrated single people there will be!

Your marriage is likely dramatic, theatrical, and passionate. You have strong opinions and not shy of sharing them. Be careful though to not get caught in a power struggle.

- Virgo: August 23 - Sept 22

Your marriage is organized, refined, and healthy. You pay attention to the little things.

You are each others cheerleaders. Be careful not to get stuck on your small problems.

- Libra: Sept 23 - Oct 22

This sign rules marriage! October is one of the biggest wedding months! This marriage is very well balanced. The relationship is a priority however you can lose your individuality. Remember to still be your own person!

- Scorpio: Oct 23 - Nov 21

There is bound to be a ton of intimacy and passion in this marriage. Beware of jelousy though, and if you feel hurt talk about it!

- Sagittarius: Nov 22 - Dec 21

You are very outgoing, adventurous, and worldly. There will be lots of travel in the future. However, try not to take too many risks and dont live too far on the edge.

- Capricorn: Dec 22 - Jan 19

This is a sign of tradition which is why winter weddings are around this time. You are about legacy and honoring heritage. Do be careful about worrying too much about the future and focus on the present.

- Aquarius: Jan 20 - Feb 18

Three words: unconventional, quirky, and modern. Youre each others best friend but you also are very social. Remember to setaside time to be one-on-one together.

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THE DIRTY LITTLE SECRET OF YOUR WEDDING

That being established, we will tell you a dirty little secret‌ nobody remembers the wine at a wedding. So just get something you like, something that goes with the cuisine, and something that fits your budget. It is all about you anyway! We will get to

You know what most folks remember at weddings? They remember the band, the wedding party, the overwhelming sense of joy and maybe the weather. They remember if the food and wine were good, but likely not exactly what the food and wine were. Select something that *you* like. Something that makes sense for your preferences, your cuisine, and your budget.

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he most important thing about a wedding are the folks getting married. The event is *literally* all about them and their future happiness. Our hope is that anyone who can contribute to this happiness keeps this in mind during the planning process. It is important for the couples getting married to remember this as well.

that shortly. But first‌ There is only one really important bottle at a wedding. And this is extremely important. Most wedding days include a time where the couple is sequestered before they are introduced at the reception. This is an amazing time. The newlyweds are all on their own, alone, enjoying a little food and wrapping their minds around the fact that they are embark on this wonderful journey together. This moment requires Champagne.

This moment requires REAL CHAMPAGNE. We recommend a 375ml (half bottle) of Laurent Perrier Brut for the following reasons:

- There are moments in life that require real Champagne. Cava, Prosecco, and all of the other sparkling wines are nice and all, but newlyweds deserve to enjoy great sparkling wine at this moment.

- A half-bottle is perfect. Just a touch to take the edge off, but not so much as to risk acting too tipsy at the beginning of the reception.

- Laurent-Perrier is a something that you can easily find in the future.

Make certain that this Champagne is something that will be around for your 1st, 15th, and 50th wedding anniversaries.

- We have the Laurent-Perrier for about $25 a bottle. It is not too crazy expensive, but worth it on one of the most important days of your life.

We can go over options with you when you come see us at the store. We can help you estimate how much wine and beer you need for your wedding. Most importantly, we can wish you well as you look forward to a future of wedded bliss!

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Candice Dubose

Orthopaedic Trauma Surgeon & Assistant Professor, UAB Medicine

Motivation In my role, I am charged with building relationships with key government, civic and community development stakeholders in an effort to grow the communities we serve. What I find most rewarding is having the opportunity to partner with each community in my “territory,” developing innovative strategies to help them thrive and reach their full potential. It is also rewarding to work for a company that values its customers and has a sustaining commitment to improve communities we serve. Each community has its own unique strengths and challenges and I enjoy exploring opportunities to leverage their strengths to overcome their challenges.

Motivation As an orthopaedic trauma surgeon at a Level 1 trauma center, I see many patients who are in a bad place after having a car accident, a motorcycle wreck, or an injury on the job. I have the opportunity to assist them in a time of need, to help them get back to a normal life. I had a patient who was injured on the job as a public servant and he asked me, “What is going to happen to me?” I saw him recently, and he is back doing the job he loves. To me, nothing could be more rewarding.

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As a native of Birmingham, I am so encouraged by the recent growth and revitalization of our city! The energy in the city is dramatically different from even just five or ten years ago. It’s refreshing to see an influx of diversity of thought, culture and industry. My hope for Birmingham is that we can continue to find opportunities for regional collaboration to improve educational and economic opportunities for ALL citizens, particularly in underserved communities city-wide. Just as Birmingham served as a catalyst for social change in the 1960s, I believe Birmingham is uniquely positioned to serve as a catalyst and model for creating solutions for economic opportunity in urban areas across the country.

UAB Medicine is home to some of the top medical programs in America and is an outstanding educational facility. Through my work with organizations like The Perry Initiative, I hope to share my love of orthopaedics with young ladies who might be interested in specializing in this very rewarding field of medicine. UAB Medicine offers aspiring surgeons opportunities unlike any other in Alabama. My hope is that these programs promoting diversity continue to grow and inspire future generations.

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Motivation I primarily focus on our Medicare Advantage product. As we age, we interact on a more frequent basis with the healthcare system.

Sometimes accessing healthcare services can be complicated, fragmented, and confusing for members and their families. I have a passion for this population and am privileged to work at a company that empowers its employees to address these complex issues and continuously supports “customer first.� We are in a transformational period in healthcare, with a focus on improving our member and provider’s experience, and I am honored to be a part of this effort.

Hopes I love that Birmingham surprises most people when they visit for the first time. It is a city with a small town feel and lush southern hospitality. We have amazing food, a rich culture, and incredible people. I am excited to see the innovation that is coming out of Birmingham. With companies like Shipt and Innovation Depot, as examples, I hope to see our city continue to grow through innovation.

By attracting and retaining talented, diverse individuals and companies, we are not only investing in the future of our city, but also our state.

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Qualifying Broker, RealtySouth Homewood

Motivation Being a realtor is rewarding in so many ways! It is amazing to watch people achieve a lifelong dream of homeownership. I also love teaching people about ways that they can plan for their future by making wise real estate investments as a way to plan for retirement. I know that real estate transactions can be very stressful, my goal is to take away some of that stress and make the process as seamless as possible.

Hopes I have loved watching our city grow! I hope to continue to watch this growth. I want more people to learn about and love our city! I have lived here my whole life and one of my favorite things is to teach people about all of the great spots around our city that are worth checking out. I love our food, music and fitness scene. We really do have a ton of great places around that make it a great spot for anyone!

Mary Alice Kline Commercial Banking Vice President, IBERIABANK

Rosemary Alexander

Trial Attorney, Alexander Shunnarah Personal Injury Attorneys

Motivation My role is to understand a business owner’s goals and to offer solutions and strategies to best meet those needs. From expanding into a new building, starting a new line of business, or transitioning a business to a future generation, I enjoy helping business owners create a lasting legacy. I enjoy exploring the many pockets of Birmingham, getting to know the vast businesses in our community, solving the unique challenges that each new day brings, and ultimately participating in the growth and vitality of Birmingham. Through my career, it’s truly rewarding to feel like I’m playing a part in making Birmingham better.

Hopes Birmingham already has great momentum. My hope is for more people to share their time and talents improving our community – through volunteer leadership. Perhaps you will be inspired to be a part of the city’s future leadership and answer the call to support a new generation of business, answer the call to instruct and develop the abilities of our workforce, or to answer the call to lead and find ways to serve those that are less fortunate. Lily Tomlin, the famous actress/comedian said it best, “I always wondered why somebody didn’t do something about that. Then I realized I was that somebody.” This city belongs to us. The responsibility of innovating our community lies in the hands and the hearts of each one of us.

Motivation Alexander Shunnarah hired me as the first female trial attorney nine years ago to help people hurt at no fault of their own. My clients depend on me to make them whole again which is a huge responsibility. It is beyond rewarding to meet someone in a time of need and walk with them until that need is met.

Fast forward nine years later, I am married with four kids and still doing the exact same job because I love helping people.

Hopes I hope Birmingham invests more in our people through education, employment, and other opportunities. I then hope people thrive on that investment and re-invest in Birmingham.

Thanks to the Birmingham Zoo, Alexander Shunnarah participates in Birmingham Promise which places high schoolers in apprenticeships. Our student has a front row seat to our job: she meets clients, she meets judges, she meets other attorneys, and so on. The investment in her invests in the future of Birmingham. We are all like stars that alone don’t give off much light but together can light up the night sky.

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There’s nothing like helping families with one of their biggest investments they will make in their lifetime. Meeting new people, building relationships and helping clients achieve their real estate dreams is the best part of being a Realtor®.

Homeownership is a part of the American dream, and it’s so rewarding to be a part of that journey.

It is particularly rewarding to navigate clients through difficulty and emotional waters. Because Domestic Relations law is intensely personal, often strong bonds of trust are created between lawyer and client. I also enjoy being in the courtroom, and domestic relations suits me well because it is litigation intensive.

Hopes

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Our City has come such a long way throughout the last decade. I am so proud of Birmingham and all that is has to offer its civilians. From the culinary scene to entertainment, many people are discovering how special Birmingham is.

Residents have started to feel a sense of community as more local businesses are created, and historic icons are restored. Innovation is at its peak for our city, and my hopes are that Birmingham continues to grow and inspire for many generations to come.

I hope that the community continues to flourish and grow allowing the citizens to economically and socially thrive. As a city, I believe it is important that we come together to exhibit tolerance and find solutions to the prevention of violent crimes.

Margaret Newton Assistant Branch Manager, Progress Bank

Motivation What makes my position rewarding is the people! Progress Bank has an outstanding team in the Highlands Office in downtown Birmingham and the Vestavia Office. I feel lucky to work with such a committed group of people who push me every day to be the best I can be! But, the most rewarding feature of my job is my daily contact with customers. I love working one-on-one with our customers to assist them in their day to day banking needs, as well as meeting their financial goals Hopes Banking is a “people “ business, and I love that! What I hope for Birmingham is to see the continued growth we have seen in the last several years. The revitalization of downtown, with the building of lofts, the opening of new food establishments, the influx of breweries, and the beginnings of new sports establishments is all very exciting and energizing. Birmingham has so much to offer for all ages of people, and I think it is a wonderful place to live!

Avani Patel

Owner, Jewelry Designer, GIA Graduate Gemologist, Avani Rupa Fine Jewelers

Motivation I love being part of our clients’ important life moments. Fine jewelry is one of the most personal items to own and typically, there is always a milestone or memory tied to it. Whether it is helping someone to select a piece from one of my curated collections or working with them to custom design an heirloom piece, being a part of their stories is magical! When people trust me with those precious memories and to be their personal jeweler, that is the ultimate reward.

Hopes Birmingham. When I say my city’s name, I feel so many emotions. I think of the words: history, struggle, progress, strength, love, unity, art, talent, and passion. All of these words together describe how I feel about Birmingham, and how bright our future really is. I hope that we are able to continue to find unity among us to make this city a place of equal opportunity for our young students through education.

I also hope that Birmingham will provide the resources for creative entrepreneurs, especially females, to be able to pursue their passions.

The younger generation is our future; we must invest in them to really see all of our hopes and dreams come to life for Birmingham.

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GOWN:

First Baptist Montgomery & Home of the Bride

Anna Maier

Jenny Yoo “Annabelle” from Bella Bridesmaids Four Barrel Funk by Music Garden DÉCOR/FLOWERS: Southern Posies CATERING: Jennie Weller Catering HONEYMOON: Chable Maroma PHOTOGRAPHY: Davy Whitener Photography CAKE: Cake Designs (Montgomery, AL) WEDDING PLANNER: Southern Posies HAIR & MAKE-UP: Perfectly Undone Beauty & GLOW BRIDESMAIDS DRESSES: MUSIC:

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Catherine Ann Angelo & Joseph Donald Harrison III

5/18

CEREMONY & RECEPTION: GOWN:

BRIDESMAIDS DRESSES: MUSIC:

The Cathedral of St. Paul & The Club

Justin Alexander Adrianna Papell from Bella Bridesmaids

City Heat

Paper Flower Wall, Bride: Jean Brown Floral Design Courtney Knowles PHOTOGRAPHY: Brittany Sturdivant of Love Be Photography CAKE: K & J Elegant Pastries, Italian Cookie Cake: Tony Alfano and Rhona Heathcock HAIR & MAKE-UP: Makeup By Mel DÉCOR/FLOWERS:

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Weddings

PROMOTION

Ellie Tarence & Sean Allen Hiller

Hamilton Place at Pursell Farms Bari Jay from Bella Bridesmaids

CEREMONY & RECEPTION: BRIDESMAIDS DRESSES:

Act of Congress Marigold Designs HONEYMOON: Riviera Maya in Mexico PHOTOGRAPHY: Madison Walters with Be Light Photography CAKE: Christian Terrell HAIR & MAKE-UP: Katie Hodges WEDDING PLANNER: Handley Breaux Designs MUSIC:

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My Clients Are My Fit Models In the fashion industry, brands perfect their garments to a Fit model, someone whose measurements reflect their target market. This is not the case with Ashley’s brand, Something You Couture, as each and every client is their own fit model. Together, Ashley and her clients perfect the fit through sketches, fabric selections, and rounds of fittings.

Simply meet Ashley with an idea and leave with an item NOT needing alterations. Custom couture to Ashley and her team, is not telling you what size you are at your bust waist and hips, but creating and producing your clothes to be your size, your style, & Something You.

Having worked in fashion from New York, Chicago, and Nashville, Ashley Gootee of Something You Couture landed in Birmingham and is now bringing the magic of custom couture- no alterations neededto the city of Birmingham.

REINVENTION >

1

Have a dress you love the way it fits, but want to change it up a bit to rewear it? This option is for you! Work with Ashley to discover ways the dress can be reworked, adding straps, changing the skirt, shortening the length, or adding some feathers.

< MOTHER/DAUGHTER

2

This is the perfect mother-daughter wedding memory, where both of you can come in with idea, color palette, or pictures of garments you like but... you both can personally sit and create your dream garment with Ashley. Ashley will fill in all of “l like these designs, but..” and you both will leave with a NO alterations needed.

HEIRLOOM PIECE >

3

Another option is to bring a mother’s and even a grandmother’s gown into the picture. All generations can be present for this experience, working with Ashley to modernize an heirloom piece into a getting ready robe, rehearsal dress, reception piece, or adding aspects of the heirloom to the new dress.

4

CUSTOM JUMPSUIT

Perfect for the women who want it all. You’ve got the heirloom rehearsal dress, perfect ceremony gown, and now you want something fun for the party. Customize a jumpsuit for your reception with fabrics, and ask about custom beadwork.

CUSTOM BEADING >

5

Designed with Ashley yet hand beaded in India, this can range in ANY color and any imaginable design. Want to have your dogs face on a reception piece? Done. Have a specific design in mind? Done.

Anything is possible here, with and additional timeline, you and Ashley can create a custom hand beaded gown or detail, for your big day.

Book your appointment with Ashley on the Something You Couture website:

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Weddings

PROMOTION

Olivia Hancock Bailey & Taylor Steven Bullock

8/3

CEREMONY & RECEPTION: GOWN:

St, Lukes Church & Country Club of Birmingham

Ivory and White

Jenny Yoo from Bella Bridesmaids Big Blast and the Party Masters, Zulu Krewe DÃ&#x2030;COR/FLOWERS: Mary Donald Floral Design Wedding Planner: Handley Breaux Designs, Clay Green PHOTOGRAPHY: Kellen Jacob Photography CAKE: Magic Muffins HAIR & MAKE-UP: Dearly Beloved BRIDESMAIDS DRESSES: MUSIC:

ABOUT

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Brailyn Hardy & Richard Alexander Barineau

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Canterbury United Methodist & The Theodore Monique Lhuillier from Ivory and White BRIDESMAIDS DRESSES: Jenny Yoo from Bella Bridesmaids MUSIC: Loose Chain Band DÃ&#x2030;COR/FLOWERS: HotHouse Design Studio CATERING: Savoie Catering HONEYMOON: St. Lucia PHOTOGRAPHY: Alisha Crossley Photography CAKE: Magic Muffins HAIR & MAKE-UP: Brittany Benton Massey CEREMONY & RECEPTION: GOWN:

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PROMOTION

Alexandra Kamburis & Michael Kyle Nysewander

5/11

CEREMONY & RECEPTION: GOWN:

Holy Trinity-Holy Cross Cathedral & Vestavia Country Club

Ivory and White

Dessy from Bella Bridesmaids I Love This Band through East Coast Entertainment DÉCOR/FLOWERS: The King’s Garden WEDDING PLANNER: Mariee Ami HONEYMOON: Santorini, Greece PHOTOGRAPHY: Leslie Hollingsworth Photography CAKE: Magic Muffins BRIDESMAIDS DRESSES: MUSIC:

ABOUT

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Weddings

PROMOTION

Morgan Shula & Cooper Carden

5/18 ABOUT

Reid Chapel & The Haven Amsale from Bella Bridesmaids MUSIC: Norris Dates and Power Surge through Music Garden DÃ&#x2030;COR/FLOWERS: Thome and Thistle CATERING: B&A Warehouse HONEYMOON: Amalfi Coast in Italy PHOTOGRAPHY: Heather Durham Photography CAKE: Pastry Art WEDDING PLANNER: Ashley Stork - Magnolia Vine Events HAIR & MAKE-UP: Emily Summerville CEREMONY & RECEPTION: BRIDESMAIDS DRESSES:

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PROMOTION

Jacqueline Bell & Carey Whilldin Hollingsworth

CEREMONY & RECEPTION:

6/15 ABOUT

GOWN:

BRIDESMAIDS DRESSES: MUSIC:

St. Joseph Chapel at Spring Hill College (Mobile, AL)

Ivory and White Amsale From Bella Bridesmaids

2nd Coming

Ron Barrett Italy PHOTOGRAPHY: Rae Leytham Photography CAKE: Bride: Pollman’s Groom: Pastry Shoppe HAIR & MAKE-UP: Hair: Adelaide McAleer & Emily Fountain Make-up: Courtney Matthews & Becca Townley WEDDING PLANNER: Blair Weddings & Events DÉCOR/FLOWERS: HONEYMOON:

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CARING FOR YOUR

Carats

1.

Dumbbells and diamonds aren’t meant to be: We know you want to show off your ring where ever you go, but your hands can really take a beating at the gym. Those rough workouts, especially if you’re using weights, can be just as strenuous on your diamond as you.

2.

from these can cause the diamond or stone to appear greasy, dirty, and dull.

3.

Take your jewelry to your local Diamonds Direct or any local jeweler to get them cleaned and rinsed of any dirt, lotions and oils. This will help them keep their brilliance and sparkle!

Diamonds don’t need SPF: We are all about some skin care and suggest having spf at all times, but your diamond won’t get burnt we promise!

Take off your jewelry when applying lotions, body oils, and sunscreens. The added oils

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Weddings

PROMOTION

McCall Rizzo & Trey Haymon

10/27 ABOUT

Hamilton Place at Pursell Farms Monique Lhuillier from Ivory and White BRIDESMAIDS DRESSES: Monique Lhuillier from Bella Bridesmaids MUSIC: After Party Experience DÃ&#x2030;COR/FLOWERS: Crystal Strickland with Southern Posies WEDDING PLANNER: M. Elizabeth Events HONEYMOON: Four Seasons Anguilla PHOTOGRAPHY: Alisha Crossley Photography CAKE: Barbs Cakes HAIR & MAKE-UP: Brittany Benton Massey CEREMONY & RECEPTION: GOWN:

38 T O W N

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Weddings

Jessica Ann Sullivan & James Bernard Brannan, III

11/16 ABOUT

GOWN:

Anne Barge

The Greenbrier Resort, White Sulphur Springs, WV Amsale from Bella Bridesmaids MUSIC: Blue Tips Rhythm Revue DÉCOR/FLOWERS: Gillespie’s Flowers WEDDING PLANNER: Laura Richter HONEYMOON: Bali PHOTOGRAPHY: Rob Garland Photography CAKE: The Greenbrier HAIR & MAKE-UP: The Greenbrier Salon CEREMONY & RECEPTION: BRIDESMAIDS DRESSES:

40 T O W N

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PROMOTION

Anna Katherine Mosher & Elam Parrish Holley III

10/6 ABOUT

Mt. Brook Baptist Church / Vestavia Country Club Even Odds DÃ&#x2030;COR/FLOWERS: Main Street Florists PHOTOGRAPHY: Fotowerks, Videographer: Johnny Rocket CAKE: Bride: Magnificent Cakes, Groom: Edgars HAIR & MAKE-UP: Adam Hudson at Owen Hudson Salon, Make-up: Blo CEREMONY & RECEPTION: MUSIC:

42 T O W N

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PROMOTION

Julia Dorr & Hamilton Donald

10/19

ABOUT

SpringHouse Martina Liana from Ivory and White BRIDESMAIDS DRESSES: Amsale “Delaney” from Bella Bridesmaids MUSIC: Creativity through Music Garden WEDDING PLANNER: Mariee Ami HONEYMOON: Cocobay in Antigua PHOTOGRAPHY: Rachel and Noah Ray Photography CAKE: Barb’s Cakes LIVE PAINTER: Brittany Benton Massey CEREMONY & RECEPTION: GOWN:

44 T O W N

Weddings

PROMOTION

Mariel Alison Kynerd & William Banks Nash

11/9 ABOUT

Redeemer Community Church & Iron City Amsale from Bella Bridesmaids MUSIC: The Main Attraction DÃ&#x2030;COR/FLOWERS: Southern Posies WEDDING PLANNER: Kalee Baker Events HONEYMOON: The Cove in Eleuthera, Bahamas PHOTOGRAPHY: Liz Allison Photography CAKE: Christian Terrell with Pen and Pastry HAIR & MAKE-UP: Bride: Celine Russell, Bridesmaids: Holly Craft CEREMONY & RECEPTION: BRIDESMAIDS DRESSES:

46 T O W N

Peck’s Points!

3 pointers for selling your current home ... and finding the next one.

1. Get Right on Price. It’s very easy to over price your home. Spending too much time on the Internet can walk you down that path quickly. Leaving,“wiggle room” or “room to negotiate” is detrimental to your sale and only helps other sellers in the area.

2. Clutter Less, Show More. I use the “Half & Half”

rule. Look at flat surfaces of your home and remove half of the items. Next, remove half of those items. Same goes for pillows, clothes, pictures and books. You want to show the space of your home and allow the buyer to imagine their belongings in it; not how many figurines you can fit on a hallway table.

3. Visit Neighborhoods, Not Websites. The Internet

offers an amazing array of choices for the home buyer and gives tons of very practical and useful information.

However, home buying is a Process of Elimination rather than a Shopping Spree. This is where we will make a plan based on your wants and needs for your new home. Next, we will tour neighborhoods that have the most listings that meet your needs. Websites can help narrow down options, but spending time in a house is the only way to feel right at home.

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Motivated to accomplish your goals. Striving to be authentic in every deal.

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Weddings

PROMOTION

Virginia Tracy & Matthew White

The Cathedral Church of the Advent & The Birmingham Museum of Art BRIDESMAIDS DRESSES: Dessy From Bella Bridesmaids (Nashville) MUSIC: The Fountain City Players CEREMONY & RECEPTION:

3/2 ABOUT

Sarah Pienhardt M. Elizabeth Events HONEYMOON: Anguilla PHOTOGRAPHY: Heather Durham Photography CAKE: Alethea Cowie HAIR & MAKE-UP: Abby Moorer DÃ&#x2030;COR/FLOWERS:

WEDDING PLANNER:

48 T O W N

Weddings

PROMOTION

Alexandra “Allie” LeJeune & John Hunter Rutherford

CEREMONY & RECEPTION: Saint Francis Xavier Catholic Church & Country Club of Birmingham BRIDESMAIDS DRESSES: Amsale from Bella Bridesmaids MUSIC: Reception: Pure Party Band, Ceromony: Vera Britton Organ and Piano DÉCOR/FLOWERS: Marigold Flowers, Event Rentals Unlimited Design Production, Eru Birmingham WEDDING PLANNER: Handley Breaux Designs HONEYMOON: Hawaii PHOTOGRAPHY: Leslie Hollingsworth Photography CAKE: Magic Muffins HAIR & MAKE-UP: Hair: Anne Athey, Make-up: Caroline and Leslie Artistry ABOUT

49 T O W N

11/23

Weddings

PROMOTION

Wendi Miller & Thomas Glanton

9/7

CEREMONY & RECEPTION: GOWN:

Historic Rucker Place

Stella York

Paula Dobnikar DJ - Feel The Beat DÉCOR/FLOWERS: LSL Event Design (Laure Friedman) CATERING: Savoie Catering HONEYMOON: Ramon’s Village Resort, Ambergris Caye Belize PHOTOGRAPHY: Jerrod Brown Studios CAKE: Barb’s Cakes HAIR & MAKE-UP: Hair: Angie Baker & Make-up: Brooke Warren WEDDING PLANNER: MUSIC:

ABOUT

50 T O W N

Weddings

PROMOTION

Abby Grace Brown & Michael Bradley Worrell, Jr.

GOWN:

Carol Hannah Dawson Memorial Baptist Church & The Florentine Jenny Yoo (Floral) & Theia (Solid)

CEREMONY & RECEPTION: BRIDESMAIDS DRESSES:

from Bella Bridesmaids MUSIC: Momentum Party Band DÉCOR/FLOWERS: Lillie Jane (Florals) & PropHouse (Rentals) PHOTOGRAPHY: Leslie Hollingsworth Photography CAKE: Louise’s Cakes HAIR & MAKE-UP: Hair: Irrelephant & Make-up: Emmy Hunt

ABOUT

51 T O W N

6/22

Weddings

PROMOTION

Kaylee Victoria Cannon & James Tennille Johnson V

Trinity United Methodist Church & B&A Warehouse Bella Bridesmaids MUSIC: Djwelldunn - WellDunn Entertainment CEREMONY & RECEPTION:

10/12 ABOUT

BRIDESMAIDS DRESSES:

D4 Events & Lilt Floral Design WEDDING PLANNER: Inett Handley w/ B&A Warehouse HONEYMOON: Orange Beach, Alabama PHOTOGRAPHY: Jennifer Alsabrook-Turner (BANG Images) CAKE: Magic Muffins HAIR & MAKE-UP: Brittney Knight Birdyshaw & Casey Troulias DÃ&#x2030;COR/FLOWERS:

52 T O W N

Weddings

PROMOTION

Maggie Seeger & Christopher Bruno

The Cathedral of Saint Paul & The Club Bari Jay from Bella Bridesmaids MUSIC: Complete Desire on Fire DÉCOR/FLOWERS: Hot House Design Studios & PropHouse HONEYMOON: Sandals Ochi Beach Resort PHOTOGRAPHY: Rebecca Long Photography CAKE: Bride: Barb’s Cakes & Groom: Pen & Pastry HAIR & MAKE-UP: Danielle Ivy INVITATIONS: Lucy Young Creative CEREMONY & RECEPTION: BRIDESMAIDS DRESSES:

7/27 ABOUT

53 T O W N

Weddings

PROMOTION

Catherine Guardabassi & John Michael Grisetti

11/16 ABOUT

Monique Lhuillier from Ivory and White The Theodore BRIDESMAIDS DRESSES: Bella Bridesmaids MUSIC: Encore Strings Reception: DJ Mason with WellDunn Entertainment DÃ&#x2030;COR/FLOWERS: Florals: Stems & Styles Decor: Decor to Adore CATERING: KHappy Catering Co. HONEYMOON: Granada PHOTOGRAPHY: Maggie McCoy with Eric & Jamie and Awaken Films CAKE: Pen & Pastry WEDDING PLANNER: Kelsea Nassif from Southern Styled Events STATIONARY: Village Press GOWN:

CEREMONY & RECEPTION:

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DREAD RIVER’S NYE SPEAKEASY With Hidden Rooms, Roaring Tunes and Bootlegged Booze, Dread River’s New Year’s Eve Speakeasy at Dread River Distilling Co. took a unique approach to a twenties themed event. Guests who had visited the distillery before noticed a difference upon arrival. Hidden entrances disguised the tasting room’s private lounge rooms and each required a special password for entry. Promotional Sponsorship by Birmingham Mountain Radio. To see the rest of the pictures visit abouttown.io

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MONDAY MORNING QUARTERBACK CLUB COACHES RECEPTION The Alabama Sports Hall of Fame held the Monday Morning Quarterback Club Coaches Reception on January 2nd, 2020. It honored and welcomed this yearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s coaches and thanked the sponsors with a social.

The game, named TicketSmarter Birmingham Bowl, was held at Legion Field. It was the 14th edition of the Birmingham Bowl, and was one of the 2019-2020 bowl games concluding the 2019 FBS football season.

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Roberta Atkinson, Linda Cooper

BIRMINGHAM MUSIC CLUB GUILD CHRISTMAS PARTY The Birmingham Music Club Guild Christmas Party which was a cocktail party benefitting the Scholarship fund for the Guild of the Birmingham Music Club. The Guild funds the annual Music Scholarship program for music students in Alabama colleges and universities. This prestigious scholarship program has awarded more than $600,000 over the years to young musicians. Guests enjoyed hor dâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;oeuvres, beverages, and live music. To see the rest of the pictures visit abouttown.io

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58 T O W N

Jennifer Proctor, Audrey Broadway

Cathy Robinson, Tyler Hall, Allison Hall

Jada Parker, Lakendra Freeman

UAB CALLAHAN EYE HOSPITAL HOLIDAY PARTY The UAB Callahan Eye Hospital and Clinicsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; providers, employees, faculty, and medical staff along with those at the Department of Ophthalmology and Visual Sciences celebrated the holiday season at the Haven with food, fellowship, and fun. To see the rest of the pictures visit abouttown.io

Jim and Jan Goodrow

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59 T O W N

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Kelly Wyatt, Hope Cox

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Stacy Dennis, Denton Pitkanen

Janey Williams, Lauren Estes

Ginger and Josh Menendez, Peter and Virginia Hwang

ST. VINCENT’S HEALTH SYSTEM HOLIDAY PARTY St. Vincent’s Health System Medical Staff annual Christmas party was an evening to congratulate the work of their physicians and celebrate the holiday season. To see the rest of the pictures visit abouttown.io.

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Erle Morring, Jim Bryant, Jason Dailey, Christina Douglas, Gwen Brannum, Debbie Catanzano

CELEBRATING REALTYSOUTH’S 2019 TOP PRODUCERS Who sold more than $1,200,000,000 in home inventory in 2019? The RealtySouth’s 2019 Top Producers. These incredible agents were celebrated at the Grand Bohemian Art Gallery where we honored the Top 100 Producers in Volume and the 25 Top Producers in Transactions. It was a special celebration shining a light on their collective gift of adopting an apartment for 2020 with Red Mountain Grace to graciously house families for a year. To see the rest of the pictures visit abouttown.io

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Historic Elegance.

Modern Luxury.

The Florentine boasts two distinct event spaces (below) - The Cafe and The Ballroom - which can be rented together or separately.

All events at The Florentine will be provided with the following: - On Site Catering by Corretti Catering - All alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages - In-house Floral and Décor by Florentine Designs - In-house Pastry Chef for all cakes and desserts - On Site Day-Of Event Coordinators

The Florentine is a beautiful historic building conveniently located at 2nd Ave. North downtown- one of Birmingham’s hottest and most social areas. It is an icon commonly referred to as “Birmingham’s most beautiful building.” After undergoing multi-million dollar renovations the Florentine is once again a beacon of elegance and charm, making it the perfect setting for your next event!

Catering by Corretti Catering

The Florentine 2101 2nd Avenue North Birmingham, AL 35203 205.503.4470 events@florentinebuilding.com florentinebuilding.com

COMPLIMENTARY M AY 2 0 0 7

the grape gatsby

THROW

Dress Up, Get Down

EVENT

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May 2007

art by the glass

dress up, get down!

raise the voice chili cook-off

ISSUE no.12

red nose ball

a night under the big top

sinatra soiree mad hatters

MARCH 2007

Beverly Long and VJ Graffeo

Betsy Smith, Alison Gallaher, Whitney Craig, Emily Payne, Rachel VanNortwick, Ann McWilliams

Becky Meriwether and Brad Sloan Allison Ainsworth, Lee Owen, Leslie Owens

Laurel Bannon and J.D. Brown

Meredith Haughton and Lauren Padalino Lexie Lloyd and Beth Emders

Drew Cater and Lauren Mabry Emily Dees, Katye Pinkerton, Elizabeth Reid

Rachel Coffee Photography

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Social Gatherings

Wedding & Receptions

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Corporate Events

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