Publisher's Note

DEAR READER,

What is that one slogan you constantly remind yourself of? That one phrase that has seen you through various seasons of life. For me, it has always been ‘be a voice, not an echo.’ Be strong, don’t follow just to follow; be daring, don’t fall asleep to yourself and your dreams; and have the bravery to be your recklessly authentic self.

With this phrase in mind, I took a leap of faith into the wedding industry with a vision of using my voice to amplify messages of love and celebration. With each Coastal Weddings publication, our team is committed to showcasing the unparalleled talent of wedding vendors on the Gulf Coast. We are continuously in awe of and inspired by the love stories shared with us by newlywed couples and hope that engaged couples see themselves reflected in the landscape of the Emerald Coast.

Our team takes time to nurture creativity and foster relationships. We are committed to producing exciting, fresh content in useful and impactful ways. We aim to be a modern voice and pave a way that invites our readers to join us as we explore weddings along our coast.

In this issue, we highlight creators and ideas that are committed to authenticity. We venture to a coastal venue on Pensacola Beach, and dive into a catering craft with a love for traditional Southern-style food. We also recap the very first Gulf Coast Grand Wedding Giveaway, unveil advice on bridal shopping from expert bridal stylists, and provide curated professional honeymoon advice. As custom, you can expect to garner inspiration from real weddings and utilize the all-encompassing wedding resources.

This issue was inspired by the nostalgia of teen magazines from the early 2000s. Including fashion straight from the runway, Q&A interviews, and trending styles from the industry’s best - made complete with an upbeat quiz!

We hope you enjoy indulging in the excitement and novelty of the world of weddings. Happy planning!

OWNER & PUBLISHER: Alyssa Gryb

EDITORS: Alyssa Gryb, Helene G. Williamson, Lauren Flores

MEDIA & GRAPHIC DESIGN: Helene G. Williamson

SALES: Alyssa Gryb, Lauren Flores

EDITORIAL BOARD: Alyssa Graham-Sommerville, Erin Foster, Madison Whiting

CONTRIBUTING WRITERS:

Kelly Rhodes

Danielle Wann; Epic Escapes Travel Co.

Rebekah Frenkel & Jennifer Counselman; Fete & Flora Events

COVER PHOTO: A. Lynne Photography

PRINTING: Publications Plus, Inc.

Our magazine & events are inspired by wedding vendors and couples that spotlight the beautiful Emerald Coast through celebrations of life long love. We are dedicated to connecting marry-ers and wedding vendors through our expos, networking events, and publications.

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