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Your Complete Source for Weddings in Corpus Christi & the Coastal Bend

Bride and Groom Chloe and Gabriel Parker Photographer: Cynthia Mack Photography

www.CoastalWeddingConnections.com For Advertising Information Call 361-944-5074 Publisher: ................................................. Ginger Rodriguez Editor: ..........................................................Julie Hammond Contributing Photographers: Cynthia Mack Photography, Sarah Kathryn Portrait Design, Fonzie Munoz Photography, 3rd Coast Photography

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On March 3, 2017 they began their lives together

Mr. & Mrs. Bullard Elibeth & Joey HOW DID YOU MEET? Eldorado High School - Eldorado, TX FIRST DATE: Football game WHO PROPOSED AND HOW? Joey proposed under a full moon in Sedona, AZ BEST PART OF PLANNING YOUR WEDDING? Dress shopping

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FAVORITE PART OF YOUR WEDDING DAY? First dance TIPS FOR BRIDES & GROOMS: Always remember why you fell in love.

PLANS FOR YOUR LIVES TOGETHER? To be happy.

Wedding Colors: Eggplant, Rose Gold, Ivory & Lilac Ceremony & Reception Locations: The Reserve at Dancing Elk Ranch Rehearsal Dinner Location: Backyard BBQ at the DEA Ranch House Officiant: Melissa Craig Invitations: Invitations by Dawn Wedding Dress: Bridal Galleria, Essence of Australia, Ivory Tuxedos: Men’s Warehouse Rings: Jared’s Galleria of Jewelry Jewelry & Accessories: Brides by Elizabeth Bridesmaid’s Dresses: David’s Bridal Hair & Make-up: Renee Green Flowers: Weddings in Bloom Decorations & Rentals: Weddings in Bloom/DEA Ranch Photographer: Fonzie Munoz Photography Entertainment: Gotta-B-Sounds Photo Booth: Southern Sisters Photography Catering: The Reserve at Dancing Elk Cake: Janet’s Cakery

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Photo In-Motion

CONTEST Have Your Wedding Photo Featured in Coastal Wedding Connections Magazine

Send us your BEST Wedding Photo “IN MOTION� of you or your guests dancing, singing, or just having fun!! Email us your favorite photos to coastalweddingconnections@gmail.com to be entered.

We will start an album on our Facebook Page @CoastalWeddingConnetions and will notify you when your photo has been posted on the page.

Please SHARE the photo and ask your Friends to LIKE the photo, LIKE our Facebook page and SHARE the photo to encourage their friends to Vote for you also. Each LIKE and SHARE counts as a VOTE! The top 10 photos will be selected and printed in the next issue of Coastal Wedding Connections Magazine and we will select one photo as our lucky winner and the couple who submitted it will have their photo featured and win a Special Gift.

LIKE and FOLLOW our Facebook page for information on upcoming contests! We will be starting another contest soon for a chance to have Your Wedding Photo featured on OUR COVER!

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Say Bye-Bye to Traditional Wedding Fare!

Our city and surrounding areas have become home to many international companies in recent years, resulting in an increased demand for innovative catering to satisfy sophisticated palates. Social media has also brought heightened expectations to menu options and presentation. We are fortunate that hidden within the Courtyard is a “gem” that is Diamond Point Catering. Living up to its catchphrase “From Oil Field to Ocean Drive” Diamond Point has risen to become the premier caterer in South Texas, determined to exceed the new standard.

vocabulary and while full course, plated service is always an elegant option, more brides are opting for Specialty Food Stations. These stations are limited only by the imagination and serve to enhance the décor while capturing the essence you want to project at your wedding celebration. Below are but a few of the many options to choose from and new menu ideas are on the project board every day.

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Presentation, presentation, presentation. It is said Ƥ ǡ

preparing their menus. Each dish is designed with ǡ ƪ ǡ ǡ mind. Other items considered are intensity of spices and utilizing the natural colors of fresh ingredients.

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Combining unexpected elements brings a refreshing aspect to the enjoyment of any meal and a clever presentation is always fun and will delight your guests. While it’s important to feature each item ĥ ‡Â?–‹…‹Â?‰Ž› ĥ ’‘••‹„Ž‡ǥ ‹ƒÂ?‘Â?† ‘‹Â?– ƒŽ•‘ –ƒÂ?‡• …ƒ”‡ –‘ „‡ •—”‡ –Š‡ ƤÂ?ƒŽ ’”‘†—…– ‹• ĥ •ƒ–‹•ˆ›‹Â?‰ ĥ anticipated. ‡™ Š‘– –”‡Â?†Ǩ ‹‰Â?ƒ–—”‡ †”‹Â?Â?•ǥ ™‹Â?‡ǥ ƒÂ?† „‡‡”• selected to enhance your menu are popping up everywhere. These can be passed as your guests ƒ””‹˜‡ –‘ Â?‹…Â? ‘ƥ ›‘—” ’ƒ”–› ‘” ‹Â?–”‘†—…‡† ƒ– ƒ separate station. Seen any champagne fountains, as Bailey’s, Kahlua and Amaretto. Don’t forget the ÂŽÂƒÂ–Â‡ÂŽÂ›ÇŤ ‡‡– –Š‡ Â?‡™ ‰‡Â?‡”ƒ–‹‘Â? ‘ˆ „ƒ” •–ƒ‰‹Â?‰ǣ whipped cream! ‹Â?‘•ƒ ƒ” Š‹ŽŽ‡† ”‘•‡……‘ ƒÂ?† ƒ ˜ƒ”‹‡–› ‘ˆ ˆ”‡•Š juices are as colorful as tasty – top with an edible Engaging your guests in these interactive stations blossom! will give them an experience to go with their meal.

Schedule a no obligation appointment today with a ‡šƒ• —„ǣ ‡– ›‘—” ‰—‡•–• …‘‘Ž †‘™Â? ™‹–Š ƒÂ? ‹…› Diamond Point Culinary Expert to explore how they Ž‘Â?‰ Â?‡…Â? ˆ”‘Â? ƒ ‰ƒŽ˜ƒÂ?‹œ‡† –—„Ǥ ‡ •—”‡ –‘ Š‹‰ŠŽ‹‰Š– can create a fully custom event for your very special our great state’s brews, Lone Star, Shiner, Firemen’s occasion! Í ÇĄ –‘ Â?ƒÂ?‡ ƒ ˆ‡™Ǥ ” Â?ƒÂ?‡ ‹– ƒ ‡šnj ‡š —„ ƒ††‹Â?‰ ‘”‘Â?ÂƒÇĄ ‘• ƒÂ?† ‘†‡Ž‘Ǩ -- Sandra Anderwald, Senior partner, CC Turnkey ‘– ‘††› ÂƒÂ”ÇŁ ƒÂ?‡ –Š‡ …Š‹ŽŽ ‘ƥǼǤ ‡ƒ–—”‡ Š‘– Events, dba “The Courtyard at Gaslight Squareâ€?, …Š‘…‘Žƒ–‡ ƒÂ?† …‘ƥ‡‡ ™‹–Š ƒ ˜ƒ”‹‡–› ‘ˆ Ž‹“—‡—”• •—…Š “Diamond Point Cateringâ€?

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Weddings in Bloom Flowers for Weddings & Special Events Weddings in Bloom is committed to providing ơ ǡ ǡ ƪ ơ arrangements and décor elements to enhance your special day!

ǡ ƪ designer at Weddings in Bloom, and I am dedicated to ensuring that each one of my clients receives the time and attention they deserve to see their vision come to life. With over two decades of experience, ƪ ǡ

attention to each event Weddings in Bloom is blessed to be a part of.

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Coastal Wedding Connections would like to thank all of our photo shoot contributors for this issue:

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Photography by: CYNTHIA MACK PHOTOGRAPHY Corpus Christi, TX 432-940-4626 Facebook.com/CynthiaMackPhotographer Flowers & Dress by: WEDDINGS IN BLOOM 361-944-5074 WeddingsinBloom.CC@gmail.com www.WeddingsinBloomTX.com Facebook.com/WeddingsinBloomTX Tuxedo provided by: TUXEDO JUNCTION 5425 S. Staples, Corpus Christi 361-993-2100 www.TuxedoJunction.com Bride & Groom: CHLOE & GABRIEL PARKER

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On February 25, 2017 they began their lives together

Mr. & Mrs. Watkins Hagen & Hanah HOW DID YOU MEET? Hagen and I grew up together first meeting at 4H Camp as young kids. We started dating as Sophomores in High School FIRST DATE: We went to the lake with Hanah’s Dad WHO PROPOSED AND HOW? Hagen proposed to me in the Summer of 2016. We were on a hunting trip with his job for a TV show Hagen is commonly on called Wildlifers. He had it all planned out with the camera men and producers of the show to surprise me. The engagement will air on TV this upcoming summer!

BEST PART OF PLANNING YOUR WEDDING? The best part of planning my wedding was really planning all the little details! Tasting the food, picking out my dress and shoes, and designing the centerpieces were just a few things I really enjoyed.

FAVORITE PART OF YOUR WEDDING DAY? My favorite part

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of our wedding day was when the big beautiful barn doors at The Reserve at the Dancing Elk opened and I finally got to see Hagens face!

TIPS FOR BRIDES & GROOMS: Don’t sweat the small stuff! It will be perfect no matter what hiccup you come across.

Wedding Colors: Blush Pink & Navy Blue Ceremony & Reception Locations: The Reserve at the Dancing Elk Officiant: Ken Houston – Pastor of FUMC of Refugio Invitations: Mail Center USA Wedding Dress Info: Impressions Bridal in San Antonio Tuxedos: Mens Warehouse Rings: Torin Bales - Victoria Tx. Jewelry & Accessories: Kendra Scott Bridesmaid’s Dresses: David’s Bridal Hair & Make-up: Planet Sol Salon in Corpus Christi Flowers: Weddings in Bloom Photographer: Sarah Kathryn Portrait Design - Uvalde Tx Entertainment: Jarrod Birmingham Catering: The Reserve at Dancing Elk Cake: Rosa Ruede - Refugio Tx Wedding Favors: Custom Koozies Honeymoon: Carnival Cruise

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Hanah being walked down the aisle by her father and step-father

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The Budget A Closer Look at What Things REALLY Cost Congratulations!! You are engaged and ready to plan Your Dream Wedding but how much should ǫǫ you create a realistic budget for your wedding.

Following is information on some areas you may not Ǣ Ǧ moment a month or two before your wedding with all of the rising costs and things still needed but your budget is already spent.

ACCOMMODATIONS: $85 to $250 per night depending on the hotel Ȃ Ǥ to pay for their own accommodations so this is one from $25 to $40 each at a salon and $30 to $50 for place you could save money. Ǧ Ǥ ǡ CEREMONY/ FACILITY RENTAL FEES: allow their members to have their ceremony at Ǥ ǡ ǯ no or very minimal cost. If not a member of the ͊͜͠ ͊͜͝​͜ congregation, there are usually fees from $250 to ͊͟͡ ͊͜͝͡Ǥ Ǧ ͊͝ǡͥ͜​͜Ǣ Ǧ ǡ ǡ expensive due to travel fees but more convenient spaces, etc. usually range from $1,000 to $2,500 for and practical for your busy wedding day. Expect to spend $40 to $95 per bridesmaid for hair and ceremony rental. ͊͜͝͡ ͊͜͠​͜ Ǥ CEREMONY MUSIC: ǡ ǡ ơ Harpist, Flutist, Guitarist, etc. are typically between Ǥ $150 to $300 for the prelude and ceremony. A String ơ Ǥ ͊͜͡​͜ ͊͝ǡ͜​͜​͜ music, and a soloist ranges between $75 to $300. If INVITATIONS: Prices and Quality vary widely you are getting married in a church, you may opt for using the church organist or choir for no additional ǡ ǡ Ƥ details of the invitation. For 100 invitations, you charge. should expect to spend $100 to $150 per set from a BRIDAL GOWN: Prices range considerably by mail order company. For 100 standard invitations ǡ ǡ Ǥ Ǧ ǡ National gown warehouses will range from $200 to $200 to $500 for the set. Custom designed, hand ͊͝ǡ͜​͜​͜Ǥ embellished and specialty invitations can cost from gowns ranging from $500 to $2,500 with lots of $300 to $1,000 per 100. Remember, you will also have selections at every price point. Local shops with the additional expense of postage. couture gowns start at $1,500 and can go up to $7,000 or more. Remember to add an additional $200 to WEDDING PLANNERǣ $500 for alteration costs and $200 to $3,000 for veil Planners vary widely based on the number of hours devoted to your wedding and the reputation of the and accessories. Ǥ Ǧ Ǧ HAIR & MAKEUP: Bridesmaids’ hair would range $500 to $2,000 and Full Service planning ranges from Summer 2017

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$1,500 to $7,000. Be sure to thoroughly compare ǯ ǡ ơ ơ Ǥ

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PHOTOGRAPHER: Photographer’s prices vary ǡ ǡ the hours of coverage, number of shooters, number Ƥ ǡ Ǥ ͊͡ǡ͜​͜​͜ to $10,000 on a top photographer that has been Ǥ Ǧ photographers charge $3,000 to $6,000, and newer ͊͝ǡ͜​͜​͜ ͊͟ǡ͜​͜​͜Ǥ ơ Ǥ having a great photographer for a shorter period of time. How many images of dancing do you really ǫ Ƥ photos and a longer coverage day from the best ơ Ǥ images are always better than a lot of photos you ǯ Ǥ

often include items such as tables, chairs, linens, etc., and generally need a lot less decorating to Ǥ your ceremony and reception at one location to minimize cost.

LINENS & RENTALS: Expect to spend between $7 to $12 per table on basic white or solid color linens. ǡ ǡ ǡ lace can range from $15 to $28 per table or more.

Chairs range from $2.50 for a basic chair to $8 for a Chiavari chair plus $2 to $6 for sashes and chair covers. Candles, centerpiece vessels, chargers, specialty china, and more can be rented locally and VIDEOGRAPHER: Expect to spend between $700 are substantially less expensive than purchasing the to $5,000 depending on the number of cameras items yourself. covering your event and the amount of editing Ƥ Ǥ FLOWERS: ƪ spend between $1,000 to $2,000 on their wedding ƪ ǡ ǡ video. This includes 1 or 2 cameras, some editing ƪ design. In general, you can expect to spend between Ƥ Ǥ ͊͜͝​͜ ͊͟͜͡ Ǥ ǯ RECEPTION FACILITY RENTAL FEES: There may be no facility rental fee at private clubs, where fees are $35 to $100. Boutonnieres and Corsages range from Ǥ $9 to $35 each. Arrangements for your ceremony halls, the fees generally range from $1,000 to $2,500. can vary widely but expect to spend at least $150 on ͊͝ǡ͜͡​͜ ͊ͣǡ͜​͜​͜ anything of substantial size. Centerpieces for your Ǥ reception guest tables range from $35 to $100 per more expensive but come with more options and table for small to medium arrangements and $150 to $350 per table for a large elaborate arrangement. ƪ ǡ ƪ ƪ Ƥ ƪ the time of year.

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BAR FEES: caterers price alcohol based on consumption; this means that you will pay only for the alcohol that your guests consume. Expect to pay between $12 to $25 ơ 4 hours. Remember, you will have to pay a service fee (generally 18 – 22%) and sales tax on your bar Coastal Wedding Connections Summer 2017

tab. You can cut your bar cost substantially by only ơ ͞Ǧ setting a spending limit on the bar. Any additional

pay for themselves.

THE CAKE: ͊͞Ǥ͜͡ ͊ͣǤ͜​͜ Ǧ Ǥ ͊͠ ͊͠Ǥ͜͡ Ǧ Ǥ Keep in mind that there are slice minimums, as well as, delivery fees added. Per slice pricing will also be ƪ ǡ Ǥ THE FOOD: Food is your highest expenditure and generally the toughest to estimate. Price depends Ǥ Though most couples don’t expect it, seated meals ơ Ǥ sizes are very controlled with this option so caterers Ǥ Seated dinners pricing can range from $12 to $65 per person, with an average of $35 per person at most ǡ Ǥ ơ often the most expensive option because caterers must prepare more of each item to ensure that they do not run out of food, and that means waste. Keep in mind that there is an additional fee for carvers, Ǥ Ƥ ơǦ ǯ facility service fees. You will want to remember that you will have an additional 20% gratuity and sales Ƥ Ǥ

RECEPTION MUSIC: ǡ ͊ͤ͜​͜ ͊͝ǡ͜͡​͜ ͠Ǧ Ǥ cost of bands vary widely. For a local party band with 4 to 5 members, plan on spending $2,000 to $4,000.

If you plan to hire a band with more regional appeal or more members, you will need to increase your ͊͠ǡ͜​͜​͜Ǥ ơ option to have for a few hours of entertainment.

WEDDING FAVORS: Favor costs vary depending on Ǥ ͊͞ ͊͡ Ǥ ƪ ǡ ǡ ǡ TRANSPORTATION: Traditional Limousines are sometimes reaching $10 to $15 per person. widely available in a variety of colors and sizes. Budgets are important, and weddings can be Expect to spend between $100 to $175 per hour for ǡ Ǧ ͟Ǧ Ǥ ͝͡Ǧ your budget for what is important to you. Don’t be 20% gratuity is added to the overall bill. Larger scale ǡ ǡ for as the saying goes “you get what you pay for.” more expensive.

Cheaper is not always the best option. Research

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On April 15, 2017 they began their lives together

Mr. & Mrs. Perez Damian & Nancy HOW DID YOU MEET? We met in a Taekwondo Class WHO PROPOSED AND HOW? The groom proposed on Christmas Eve, December 24th, 2016 FAVORITE PART OF YOUR WEDDING DAY? The Dance PLANS FOR YOUR LIVES TOGETHER? To Travel Nancy & Damian were the lucky winners of the “Love Your Way to the Aisle” Contest and Wedding Package that was given away at the Corpus Christi Wedding Fair in January

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2017. At each show by Wedding Fair Events at American Bank Center there is a Wedding Package given away worth $10,000. In each contest 10 couples compete in 3 rounds of competitions and Nancy & Damien were selected the grand prize winners. Go to www.WeddingFairEvents.com for more information on upcoming contests and shows.

Contest Sponsors Include: Wedding Fair Events, SMG American Bank Center, Savor Catering, Coastal Wedding Connections, Weddings in Bloom, Razzle Dazzle, Tuxedo Junction, SKIP Entertainment, Beach 96.5, and The One Bride Guide

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Wedding Colors: Ivory & Rose Blush Ceremony & Reception Locations: American Bank Center Officiant: The Honorable Hermilio Pena Invitations: Davinci Wedding Dress: Sposa Mia Couture Tuxedos: Men’s Warehouse Rings: JVL Jewelry Bridesmaid’s Dresses: David’s Bridal Hair & Make-up: A Glam Face by Ana Garcia Bridal Bouquet: Weddings in Bloom

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Centerpieces: HEB & Razzle Dazzle Decorations: Razzle Dazzle Photographer: 3rd Coast Photography Entertainment: DJ Beat Blast Catering: Savor Catering – American Bank Center Cake: Let Them Eat Cake Honeymoon: Cancun, Mexico

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Wedding Pro Pages THE PAVILIONS AT ROCKPORT BEACH 911 Navigation Circle, Rockport (361)729-6661 www.RockportBeach-Texas.com

BOUQUET PRESERVATION WEDDINGS IN BLOOM (361)944-5074 weddingsinbloom.cc@gmail.com www.WeddingsinBloomTX.com

FLORIST WEDDINGS IN BLOOM (361)944-5074 Flowers for Weddings & Special Events weddingsinbloom.cc@gmail.com www.WeddingsinBloomTX.com

CATERING & RESTAURANTS DIAMOND POINT CATERING (361)884-1399 1002 Santa Fe Street, Corpus Christi www.diamondpointcatering.com

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MAKEUP BY HEATHER Airbrush & Regular Application Serving the Coastal Bend 361-935-1753

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FEATHER’S BEAUTY LOUNGE (361)994-4942 665 Everhart, Corpus Christi www.Facebook.com/FeathersBeautyLounge

DECORATIONS & RENTALS RENTAL WORLD (361)855-7368 3729 Saratoga Blvd, Corpus Christi www.RentalWorld.com

OFFICIANTS TEXAS WEDDING MINISTERS English, Spanish & Bilingual Services 361-444-9557 contact@texasweddingministers.com

EVENT CENTERS THE COURTYARD AT GASLIGHT SQUARE 1002 Santa Fe Street, Corpus Christi (361)884-1399 www.thecourtyardatgaslight.com

PHOTOGRAPHERS CYNTHIA MACK PHOTOGRAPHY (432)940-4626 Corpus Christi Facebook.com/CynthiaMackPhotographer

RICHARD M BORCHARD REGIONAL FAIRGROUNDS 1213 Terry Shamsie Blvd, Robstown (361)387-9000 www.RMBFairgrounds.com ORTIZ INTERNATIONAL CENTER 402 Harbor Drive, Corpus Christi (361)879-0125 www.OrtizCenter.com THE RESERVE AT DANCING ELK 313 County Road 351, Mathis (361)946-4812

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