Florida Bride Magazine - Spring/Summer 2014

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Spring/Summer 2014

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Buddy Valastro is the star of the hit TLC series Cake Boss and shares his tips with Florida Brides

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Contents

[spring/summer issue 2014] editor’s letter [6]

Florida Bride Magazine is thrilled to have Mar Jennings on our Spring/Summer 2014 cover. Mar is an Emmy-nominated TV Host, Lifestyle Expert and bestselling author.

heard of the tussie mussie? [8]

During the Victorian period, tussie mussies placed inside of a doily were designed to share a message usually between lovers.

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style file positively pnina [11] Magic is all about illusion, and beauty is in the eyes of the beholder. A bride’s wedding day is magical as her dreams come to life in front of her eyes.

randy’s top trends countdown [14]

Say Yes to the Dress: Randy’s Top Trends counts down the 10 hottest bridal trends of the moment and not just in dresses.

are you a bridechilla? [30] Move over Bridezilla, there’s a new term going around, and we’re so glad it is….

butler of honor [48]

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The role of “Butler of Honor” or BOH, will never replace the role of Maid or Matron of Honor unless you want it to.

retro classic! pinup girls [56]

Every girl curled her hair in pin curls, and dimpled as she smiled hoping to be taken for a pin-up herself.

caviar dreams [68]

Bring on the micro beads, neon shades and glittery accents! The latest wedding manicure trends.

rick dicecca style [72] A master of what he calls “real beauty,” Rick is steadfast in his belief that every woman can be beautiful.

grooms corner [92]

Groomsmen wearing fun and playful socks that catch your eye and make you grin.

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A day that will never be Ocean Manor Beach Resort

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Located directly on the beach The Ocean Manor Beach Resort is the ideal location for a pristine beachside wedding. Our ultra modern penthouse and sophisticated ballroom both offer a spectacular view of the ocean. Our packages are designed to accommodate a wide range of tastes and budgets. We guarantee each bride personalized attention, and professional service throughout the entire planning process to ensure a day that will never be forgotten.

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editor’s letter you’ve come a long way baby!

Letter From The Editor:

Welcome to our “You’ve Come A Long Way Baby” issue of Florida Bride Magazine. I had so much fun doing the 1940’s pinup photo shoot! Hope you enjoy the nostalgia. Here we are again with another Spring/ Summer upon us. The holiday trimmings are all tucked away for another year and the promise of flowers springing up and sunshine on our cheeks is near.

We have so much to be thankful for, I have welcomed my first granddaughter, Stacie Grace, into the world. I was honored to have her named after me. She is such a bundle of joy!

Florida Bride Magazine is thrilled to have Mar Jennings on our Spring/Summer 2014 cover. Mar is an Emmynominated TV Host, Lifestyle Expert and best-selling author. He has served as host and producer of an Emmy-nominated lifestyle show featuring “the best of the best” from along the eastern seaboard, and as an in-house host and lifestyle expert for FOX. We are also happy to have Buddy Valastro from TLC’s Cake Boss be a part of our pages. Buddy is an accomplished master baker, cake decorator and star of the hit TLC series Cake Boss. He is often asked to demonstrate, compete and teach his craft around the country. Buddy will be sharing with you his tips on Cake Decorating.

Editor’s Photo

Photographer: Estelle Delpino - 954.803.2138 Production Assistant: Sara Carpenter Hair & Makeup: Cassie Adams - 954.673.6206 Wardrobe: Bettie Page

We’re so social Subscriptions: florida-bride.com/subscribe/order_form We’re Pinning! www.pinterest.com/floridabride/ Like Us! www.facebook.com/FloridaBrideMag Tweet Us! www.twitter.com/floridabridemag Our Blog: www.floridabrideblog.com Website: www.florida-bride.com Phone: 954.773.4525 Email: grace@florida-bride.com Fax: 954.785.6749

Global Makeup Stylist Rick DiCecca who has been featured in National and Global magazines including Elle, Glamour, Harper’s Bizaar and InStyle will be sharing his top bridal makeup tips. Don’t miss this fabulous article.

Florida Bride Magazine is experiencing a wonderful growth, and are pleased to welcome new contributors to our staff. They have been very busy gathering all of the wonderful new trends, color themes and ideas, to create a beautiful wedding day for you… from Tussie Mussie’s to Buttercups. We welcome our Readers to enjoy the wealth of information these fabulous professionals that fill our pages have to offer.

Grace Crompton Managing Editor Florida Bride Magazine

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Contributors

The following professionals have contributed their talent to bring you the wonderful pictorials inside this issue.

For consideration in becoming a contributor please email: grace@florida-bride.com

MAR JENNINGS Emmy-nominated TV Host, Lifestyle Expert and best selling author Mar Jennings is a master at creating a casual luxury lifestyle made simple and sMARt.

RANDY FENOLI

Today as the star of TLC’s “Say Yes to the Dress”, “Big Bliss”, “Randy Knows Best”, and “Randy to the Rescue”, Randy is seen by millions of viewers each week.

Florida

Bride

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Grace Crompton Managing Editor

Mark Crompton Media Relations Director

Kim Beyrent Fashion Director

BUDDY VALASTRO

Buddy is an accomplished master baker, cake decorator and star of the hit TLC series Cake Boss. He’s often asked to demonstrate, compete, and teach his craft around the country.

April Hochhauser Online Editor

Bonnie Patronis Copy Editor

ANA VENTO

Ana’s extraordinary drive, attention to detail and ability to think out of the box, has earned her the respect from her clients. She takes pride in providing luxurious event planning.

DEBBIE MALAGA Debbie Malaga has been in the floral and decor business for over 25 years.

She brings a wealth of experience and success in designing memorable events.

DEBORAH McCOY

AAWP Deborah has been etiquette columnist for For The Bride and the Wedding Pages and a feature writer for Wedding Dresses magazine in Paris and New York.

ESTELLE DELPINO Estelle’s photographic artistry is at the heart of the 40’s and 50’s pinup style.

Creating memorable vintage styles through exquisite and beautiful imagery.

Martin Fischer Sales Representative

Susan Benson Fitness Consultant

Sarah Hay Health Consultant

Mar Jennings Lifestyle Editor

Rick DiCecca Beauty Consultant

David Beyrent Art & Production Director Florida Bride Magazine is published bi-annually. Copyright 2011. All Rights Reserved. Reproduction in whole or in part without the written consent of Florida Bride Magazine is strictly prohibited. While every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of information in Florida Bride Magazine, no responsibility can be accepted for the quality of goods and services provided by advertisers or printer’s errors. All advertisements are accepted and published on the representation that advertisers are properly authorized to publish the entire contents and subject matter thereof. All editorial images not specifically credited to a photographer are courtesy of the respective company and used with their permission.

IDOODLES and Over the Threshold are registered trademarks of Florida Bride Magazine.

Published and printed in the USA

TussieMussie victorian bouquets with a romantic message

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During the Victorian period, tussie mussies placed inside of a doily were designed to share a message usually between lovers. Each flower or herbal sprig contained a meaning. A young lady, after receiving a tussie mussie from her suitor, would discover the meaning of the bouquet by looking up the flowers chosen for her in a book called the Tussie Dictionary. The young lady could then choose one flower to save as a keepsake or to return to her gentleman caller in response to the message the tussie mussie conveyed.

A tussie mussie (also spelled tussy mussy) is a small bouquet (nosegay) of fragrant herbs and flowers and during that period nosegay gardens became popular. Along with popular flowers such as the rose, herbs such as sage, mint, thyme, artemisia and rosemary were also included. It is sometimes referred to as a posy because one of the meanings for posy is “a brief sentiment.”

Today, when someone refers to a tussie mussie, they are talking about the small cone-shaped metal vase used to hold the nosegay or small floral bouquet – the bouquet holder. These metal vases have been designed to be easily carried, especially by brides and bridesmaids, and some even come with a small stand so that the bouquet can be displayed as a centerpiece during the reception.

Tussie mussies can be given as gifts and are often used as bridesmaids’ bouquets. They can still be crafted with the flower and herbal meanings in mind, creating a fun and fragrant way to share a message with someone else.

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flowers are springing up everywhere...

A Victorian style tussie mussie is created surrounding one main flower with one or two rings of additional flowers usually in contrasting colors.

The stems are then tied with a ribbon or placed in the metal tussie mussie vase. An artichoke, symbolizing peace in many countries, creates an attractive tussie mussie. A tussie mussie continues to be part of most weddings today. Tussie mussies are often carried by bridesmaids, flower girls and even the mother of the bride. Corsages and boutonnieres represent the smaller tussie mussies that had been worn in earlier time periods. Since a tussie mussie does in fact deliver a message, you might want to do some research on the meanings of herbs and flowers beforehand.

Your bouquet could begin with myrtle which symbolizes love.

Mock orange could be added to signify fraternal affections, or cinquefoil to indicate maternal or parental love.

Honeysuckle could be used to show a devoted affection for another.

A tulip, especially a red tulip, could be used to tell someone you love them for the very first time since tulip signifies a declaration of love.

Passion flower would be used to symbolize a passionate love.

Ivy would be used to represent fidelity, marriage and wedded love.

Whatever you want to call it tussie mussie, tussy mussy, or nosegay the tussie mussie has come back into style.

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Southern Charm that Inspires

Magic & Memories

Tiffany Danielle Photography

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Magic is all about illusion…. and beauty is in the eyes of the beholder.

A bride’s wedding day is magical as her dreams come to life in front of her eyes.

My 2014 collection is a combination of classic fantasy showcasing the magic of fabrics by hiding and revealing hand beaded laces embellished with jeweled appliques, and sheer netting that reveal just the right parts leaving the rest to imagination.

I combined several fabrics to create the richness and dimension including textured laces, Duchess satin, silk charmeuse, silk organza and silk chiffon all embellished with Swarovski crystals.

KLEINFELD RUNWAY

This collection exhibits the fine line between reality and fantasy.

That is where illusion exists!

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counting down the 10 hottest bridal trends!

Say Yes to the Dress: Randy’s Top Trends counts down the 10 hottest bridal trends of the moment, and not just in dresses. Randy’s holistic approach to wedding fashion means you’ll also get tips on beauty and planning to make your dream wedding come to life. Even if you’re a traditional bride, you want to incorporate some contemporary elements into your wedding, classic shouldn’t mean dated. Whether it’s the silhouette of the season (bombshell mermaid), the must-have reception venue (rustic barn) or the flavor-of-the-day favor (whimsical candy bar), all brides want something about their wedding to whisper, “I’m in the know. I’m stylish.” And now that we’re well into the 2010s, that doesn’t mean a chocolate fountain or puffy sleeves!

Randy explains that the millenial bride was obsessed with designer labels, and her predecessors, the ‘90s and ‘80s brides, were all about minimalism and excess, respectively. So what defines today’s bride?

As the resident expert shares 10 categories of contemporary bridal chic, get ready to be inspired and a little surprised, too!

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Couples are finding their wedding inspiration from a wide range of sources including movies, royalty and of course, celebrity weddings. Feel free to take inspiration and gather ideas from these sources, but remember to add your own style and make it personal, and about you as a couple.

Randy’s Advice: Take inspiration, but don’t be a copycat. Be yourselves, not a clone of William and Kate.

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That would be dresses. There’s no law that says you have to go all full throttle ball gown on your big day. When you mention wedding dresses, you would always conjure up an image of a long white dress, slowly draping over the floor as you walk down the aisle. This 2014, why don’t you set the trend anew? Sport a short wedding dress and show them that bridal elegance isn’t how long your wedding dress is. Short wedding dresses are actually refreshing, casual, contemporary and chic.

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Thanks to the magic of hair extensions every bride can have a thick, luscious style-able mane. While hair extensions can enhance your look, make sure that the style that you choose suits your face shape. If you have a heart shaped face then a swoop bang will work well. For round faces, create an updo with plenty of height to lengthen your face and if you have a square or diamond shaped face, have a few tendrils fall on your face, particularly around the jawline to soften the look.

Your theme should reflect your ideas, your personality, and your future as a married couple.

Remember, it’s a wedding. Not Halloween or a child’s birthday party.

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From classic and romantic to quirky and fun, choosing a wedding theme should be a way for you to express yourself and have fun.

When you are planning your wedding, choosing a theme is a way for you to jump start the planning process, and a way for you to feel like every part of the wedding is truly unique to you.

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over the

Threshold

by Florida Bride

The ceremony is over, and now it’s time to settle into your new home made to be lived in and loved.

Over the Threshold is filled with Timeless designs that will help you give your new space your signature touch.

Whether your style is trendy or traditional you will find inspiration to help you personalize your home.

We would love to hear your input and ideas on your Over the Threshold experience.

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fixing up your first home

No more bouncing around from place to place. The two of you have finally found a place to plant some roots!

Sure, you’ve got the deed that says the place is yours, but those bare walls say nothing about who the two of you are together. If you’re feeling overwhelmed by your new square footage, don’t worry. These simple decorating tips will guide you through the process of turning your very first house into your very first home!

make decisions together

Removing the words yours and mine from your vocabulary can be challenging, but when it comes to your home, always remember you’ll share the space together. That means you’ll face the task of merging design styles, preferences and ideas, but you won’t always see eye-to-eye. Even if one of you is less than design savvy, you’ll each be happier with your home if you work together as a team. Combine personal styles when possible and create individual zones when not. For example, dedicate a man cave for sports memorabilia or a craft room for feminine colors -- that way, you’ll each have a space truly dedicated to the things you love without stepping on each other’s toes.

second hand isn’t second best

As the budget allows, begin the process of upgrading your furniture to the pieces you’ve been eyeing. Because furniture is a large investment, look for timeless pieces that you both will enjoy for a very long time.

make it yours

The best tip for decorating your first place as a couple is to make the space your own. Take time to think about what makes you and your partner unique and incorporate decor that represents who you are. For example, take pictures of your favorite people, places and things to create a portrait gallery wall, or try a DIY art project that incorporates the date you first met. You can also use iron-on decals to create monogrammed pillows with your names or initials, or paint a room in your favorite color.

Adding personalized touches throughout your home will remind you of the journey you’ve taken, and encourage you for the one that’s yet to come!

style file - ombre your home Looking to add a pop of color to your home decor but can’t decide on just one? The ever popular ombre trend could be for you. Two trends in one: mint and ombre! Paint the wall with a base of your lightest shade. Then use painter’s tape to divide the wall into equal sections for as many colors as you want to use.

Paint each section the appropriate color and then blend. An ombre inspired wall is a must-have for anyone who wants to brighten up a room or create a focal wall.

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over the Threshold

style

YOUR LIFE

When celebrities run out for a few things at the grocery store, they look like they’ve just stepped out of the pages of Vogue magazine. It’s easy to look fabulous all the time when you have personal stylists not to mention a virtually unlimited budget. For those of us with limited bank accounts looking fashionable can be more of a challenge. Yet fashion experts say that you can look fabulous, regardless of how much you spend.

Part of the key to becoming a fashionista is figuring out your personal style then finding specific wardrobe pieces that showcase it.

what to do?

Find a celebrity or model who best captures the style you want. Flip through the pages of leading fashion and entertainment magazines to find pictures of your style icons. Cut out those pictures and paste them into a binder to inspire you. Don’t copy just use elements of that celebrity’s look as a inspiration to create your own style. Take your own pictures. Carry along a camera as you window shop. Inspiration can come from a variety of sources. Don’t just look at what’s hot today. Shop vintage clothing stores and look through the pages of old magazines and history books so you can see the origins of the latest styles. Look to both modern and classic fashion icons, like Jackie Onassis or Grace Kelly. You might find that your personal style combines elements from both.

dress your body type...

What are the best parts of your body? Focus on the areas that you like best and choose clothing and accessories to highlight them. If you have blue eyes, show them off with eye shadow and liner colors that really make them pop.

Endless legs deserve to be seen in shorts and mini-skirts. Know your measurements so you can find clothing that fits well. Write down your measurements and bring them with you when you shop.

Try to dress to your body shape. Most women’s bodies are pear-shaped, which means they have a narrow waist and wider hips. If you’re pear-shaped, buy clothing that draws attention to your slim upper body. Brightly colored shirts, scarves and modern-looking shoulder pads should work well. Wear tailored pants and skirts, as well as hiplength long jackets. Avoid pleats and stripes, which will further accentuate broader areas.

If you’re rounder and more apple-shaped all around, you’ll want to draw attention away from your waist. Go for flat-fronted skirts, empire-waisted dresses and tailored, wide-legged pants. Don’t accentuate a flat chest with a deep v-neck. Instead, choose rounded-neck tops, and add a layered necklace to add dimension.

If you’re busty, accentuate your curves by wearing a scooped neckline that hugs your chest appropriately.

If you’re extra curvy, you don’t have to wear baggy, saggy clothes. You can still find fashionable, tailored clothes that comfortably compliment your body. Shop in stores that can accommodate your shape and buy clothes that fit well.

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Anatomy of a Pinup Girl

you’ve come a long way baby!

The Hair - Victory Rolls

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Wartime hairstyles had to be neat, feminine and practical. Suitable to wear in the daytime and evening. To achieve this classy look curl all of your hair with a curling iron or hot rolls, then take the front portion of your hair from ears forward, part down the middle and start rolling back! Smooth out the top layer of hair, curl your bangs under, and voilà Victory Rolls with bangs!

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The Look Makeup break down: to recreate a pin up look all you need is a light even skin tone that has a matte finish, classic winged eyeliner, nicely shaped natural brows, blushing cheeks, and ruby red lips!

The Jewelry

Classic jewelry in pearls and gold bring the look together.

You may want to add some vintage half length white gloves to complete the look.

The Dress Captain Red Pencil from Bettie Page is their most popular dress in red! It is double breasted with a ruffled sailor collar trimmed in white satin for that vintage 40’s look. The dress below is also from Bettie Page and has front buttons from top to bottom. It has an adorable oversized collar with tie that can be made into a bow for that retro 50’s look.

From the editor

As the Editor of Florida Bride Magazine I have to tell you that I had so much fun doing the 1940’s Pinup Photo Shoot! I really didn’t know what to expect, but I found out how much time and effort is involved. There is so much preparation in the makeup, hairstyle, clothing and backdrops to capture just the right look. From antique typewriters, fans and the correct era of phone to set the mood. The crew was so professional.

I highly recommend doing one of these shoots with your bridal party and friends! After seeing the photos I think I want to change my entire wardrobe to this wonderful feminine attire.

The Belt A classic slimline belt in white accents the look of the vintage 40’s captains red pencil dress.

The Props Yes it’s time to go shopping at those antique stores! For this shoot we used vintage typewriters and a 1950’s style telephone. We also incorporated a vintage fan, glasses and some old style pinup magazines to set the tone. Keep in mind the era you are trying to portray. A little research goes a long way.

Thank you to all of you wonderful ladies from the past for bringing this look back to us.

The Team Photographer: Estelle Delpino Production Assistant: Sara Carpenter Hair & Makeup: Cassie Adams Wardrobe: Bettie Page

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counting down the 10 hottest bridal trends!

brilliant bouquets Your bouquet can be more than simply a posy of lovely flowers. It should complement your theme and be meaningful.

Think peonies from your Mom’s garden; a bouquet of brooches from your granny’s jewelry box.

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Bling should enhance, not overwhelm. Nothing should out sparkle the bride.

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Tattoos are coming out from the shadows. Your tattoos are part of you and your story. Try to work with them, rather than hide them away. (Sorry Mom.)

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From displaying photos of parents and grandparents, to re-fashioning your grandmother’s veil, to special foods, there are countless ways to tell your family you love them and are proud of your history.

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For brides who don’t want to wear white – but don’t want to stray too far from tradition, blush is an elegant and timeless color choice. Also popular for bridesmaids dresses and in bouquets.

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Why wear one dress when you can wear two? Many brides are choosing two dresses: one for the ceremony and a second dress for the reception

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Short wedding dresses are actually refreshing, casual, contemporary and chic.

Especially if your planning an outdoor event.

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move over Bridezilla, there’s a new term going around and we’re so glad it is….

With all of the shows depicting brides throwing things around and using language not befitting for any lady, addressing this type of behavior and its causes is an issue up for discussion.

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When I was growing up a bride would be so grateful and ecstatic on her wedding day! It was a simpler time without the added pressure of striving for perfection of every detail. She was gracious and what I would call a Bridechilla! You vowed you would never be that girl…that bridezilla, but now that you have the wedding ring on your finger and the wedding day is getting closer, do you find yourself wanting to breath fire?

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What causes this type of behavior in a woman that would not normally behave this way?

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We have put together some very helpful tips to help you keep the monster at bay! Your bridal party and family will thank you.

You’re wondering what has happened to you, you’re not this person. You can’t remember where you put anything, you’re jumping from one thing to another leaving you feeling impatient. You’re having a problem making decisions, and as we all know there’s a lot of those to make when planning a wedding. This is caused by an increase of cortisol, a hormone that affects the brains memory center.

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You can’t sleep, whenever you lie down you worry something’s not right. The color of the linen, the flowers you want aren’t in season! This causes an increase in glucocorticoid which is a stress hormone that blocks sleep. Guess what happens then…the less you sleep the more glucocorticoid you produce!

Remember to eat foods that can help you stay focused such as fresh fruits, yogurt, nuts and omega 3 fats which produce myelin to increase the speed of nerve signals. Don’t have too many munchies, this is caused by stress and our brain is telling you to have carbs and sugar which release serotonin. The stress of being in shape and looking like a movie star can put anyone over the edge. Starving yourself isn’t the answer, it will only shorten your temper more and make you unhappy. Eat healthy and workout in moderation. Here’s a great trick celebrities use: Put your food on a smaller plate. This will trick your mind into thinking you are having a larger portion!

The goal is gorgeous and the goal is being a Bridechilla!

When you exercise in the evening it can inhibit the production of melatonin which is a hormone that helps the sleep cycle. Meditating before you lie down will help you to relax. Every time you complete a part of the wedding day process, treat yourself to a little celebration like a spa day or a date night with your fiancé. Remember to focus on the we and not the me. Brides tend to describe their wedding as theirs, when getting your fiance’s opinion may actually give you a whole new perspective and help you! The goal is to make it a special day for the both of you.

Organize by looking through magazines like Florida Bride Magazine to get ideas and find out what the newest trends are. Cut out the pictures and group them in a folder, show your bridal party and get their opinions so they can share in helping you make a decision. Delegate without sounding pushy, you can’t do everything by yourself.

Looking beautiful is always a big concern to every bride on her wedding. The most beautiful brides I have ever seen are the ones with a smile on their face and a glow in their eyes of excitement! Relax, take a deep breath and be confident in those you have chosen to be a part of your wedding day.

At some point you need to let go, and know that they will handle all of the details you have taken time to go over with them. They are professionals and know what is needed to be done for your special day!

Let me tell you a little secret most vendors won’t. When you treat your vendors good, they will go all out for you, but when you act like a spoiled brat they can’t wait till the hands of the clock are on the exact second to leave!

Stop trying to impress your guests and keep things in perspective. Your wedding is a symbol of love.

Remember the most important item on your wedding day list is the person who is waiting for you when you walk up the aisle. Enjoy every second of your wedding day, and make whatever happens a part of the story you will be telling the rest of your life, with a beautiful Bridechilla smile!

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Summertime and the livin’ is easy Cocktails...

6 fluid ounces (3/4 cup) chilled gin, (recommended: Tanqueray No. 10 gin) 1 lemon juiced, 1 orange juiced, 1/4 cup pomegranate syrup, Pomegranate seeds for garnish.

How to Make It: In a medium pitcher or bowl, stir the gin, fruit juices and syrup together. Divide among 4 martini glasses. Garnish with pomegranate seeds.

Smores

Martini

How to Make It:

How to Make It: Combine all ingredients except orange peel twist in a shaker filled with ice. Shake and strain into martini glass.

Garnish with orange peel twist.

What You Need:

What You Need: For the cinnamon-vanilla vodka: 1 bottle (750 ml) vanilla-flavored vodka, cinnamon sticks.

For the martini: Marshmallow cream for the glass, fine graham cracker crumbs for the glass, cocoa powder for the glass, 1 ounce Drambuie (honey-flavored scotch), 1 ounce chocolate liqueur, Dash of chocolate bitters, 2 ounces heavy cream, 1 teaspoon honey, Toasted marshmallow for garnish.

Make the cinnamon-vanilla vodka: Pour the vodka into a jar; add the cinnamon sticks and cover. Store in a cool dark place, shaking the jar every day or so, for 1 week. Strain; discard the cinnamon sticks. Make the martini: Coat the rim of a martini glass with marshmallow cream (if it’s too thick for rimming the glass, mix with some water). Sprinkle some graham cracker crumbs and cocoa powder on the marshmallow cream. Lightly toast the marshmallow rim with a kitchen torch. Put 1 ounce of the cinnamon-vanilla vodka, the Drambuie, chocolate liqueur and chocolate bitters in a cocktail shaker filled with ice; shake until frothy. Strain into the prepared martini glass. Rinse out the shaker and refill with ice. Add the heavy cream and honey and shake vigorously (without the ice) until slightly thick. Spoon the heavy cream mixture over the cocktail. Garnish with a toasted marshmallow.

Passion Fruit

Martini

Pomegranate

1 shot citrus vodka, 1 shot white cranberry juice, 1 shot passion fruit juice, 1/2 shot orange liqueur, 1 tablespoon cherry juice, Orange peel twist for garnish.

Martini

Graham cracker crumbs, for rimming the glass, 2 lime wedges, 6 tablespoons vanilla vodka, 1/4 cup key lime liqueur, 2 tablespoons pineapple juice, 2 tablespoons heavy cream

Key Lime Pie

What You Need:

What You Need:

Martini

How to Make It: Combine the vanilla vodka, key lime liqueur, pineapple juice, and cream in a shaker.

Fill the shaker half full with ice and shake until well blended.

What You Need: Cocoa powder for rimming, 2 parts chocolate liqueur, plus more for rimming, 1 part vodka, 1 part half-and-half How to Make It: Add the chocolate liqueur, vodka, and half-and-half to a cocktail shaker filled with ice and shake for a good 20 seconds. Pour into rimmed martini glass.

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Bobby Flay’ s summer cocktails Bobby Flay’s culinary versatility is evident in the multiple talents he brings to the field: as a critically-acclaimed chef/ restaurateur, award-winning cookbook author and television personality. However his first priority always remains with his restaurants. Bobby shares some of his favorite cocktail recipes for Summertime.

Bobby’s Pear Martini What You Need:

1 oz vodka (ketel one), 1 oz cognac (pear, belle de brillet), 1/2 oz simple syrup, 1 dash lime juice, 1 dash pear (goya, nectar), 1 gl sugar (rim), pear (paper thin sliced garnish)

Seabreeze

How to Make It:

What You Need:

Martini

1 part cranberry vodka, 1 part white cranberry juice, 1 part pink grapefruit juice, ice cubes, Lime wedge for garnish.

How to Make It:

Combine 1st 5 ingredients in shaker with ice. Strain into martini glass whose rim has been coated in sugar. Float a slice of pear on top. Enjoy!

Bobby’s Mint Julep What You Need:

Add vodka and juices to a cocktail shaker filled with ice. Shake and strain into martini glass. Garnish with a lime wedge.

5 fresh mint leaves, plus a few mint sprigs for garnish, 1 teaspoon sugar, shaved ice, 2 1/2 ounces bourbon whiskey, lemon slice for garnish, optional, orange slice for garnish, optional.

Maraschino cherry for garnish, optional.

What You Need:

Lemon Martini

3/4 cup sugar, preferably superfine, 1/2 cup strained fresh lemon juice, 1/2 cup chilled vodka, Ice cubes, 1 cup chilled sweet sparkling white wine, Lemon slices, optional

Place mint leaves, sugar and a splash of water into a silver julep cup or a 12-ounce Tom Collins glass. Muddle the mint, sugar, and water together with the tip of the handle of a wooden spoon. Fill the glass with shaved ice, add the bourbon and stir until combined. Garnish with a lemon or orange slice, a cherry, and a few sprigs of fresh mint.

How to Make It: Combine the sugar and lemon juice in a small bowl; whisk until the sugar dissolves. Combine 1/4 cup lemon syrup and the vodka in a martini shaker. Add ice cubes. Cover and shake 8 to 10 times, then strain the mixture into martini glasses. Add 1/4 cup chilled sparkling wine to each glass.

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Corn and Crab Chowder

Warren Lee, Executive Chef North Palm Beach, Florida.

About our Chef: Warren Lee, Executive Chef at Sandpipers Cove, was raised in Michigan. He relocated to Florida as a young man to pursue more serious culinary opportunities. From bus boy to dishwasher to line cook to Executive Chef, Warren has been perfecting his craft for over twenty-five years. He has worked in five- star hotels in Palm Beach, private clubs, and perfected banquets and catering to private clients. At the restaurant, Warren has his hands in all aspects of the kitchen, including performing the onsite baking. Warren also enjoys creating culinary masterpieces at home for his family, including his wife of twenty years and their two children.

Ingredients: ¼ pound of bacon (diced), ½ cup onion (diced), ½ cup celery (diced), 1 tsp of chopped fresh thyme, 1 cup potato peeled and diced, ½ cup flour, 3 cups clam juice, 4 cups water, ¾ cup corn, 12 oz. heavy cream, 6 oz. crab meat.

Preparation:

In large pot sauté bacon until crispy. Add in onion, celery and fresh thyme, cook until tender. Dust with flour until all oil is gone then add clam juice and water. Let simmer for 10 to 15 minutes. Add in corn and potatoes, cook until potatoes are tender. Add cream and crab then salt and white pepper to taste.

for the love of food... Gordon Ramsey crepe suzette...

For the crêpes: 125g plain flour, ¼ tsp fine sea salt, 2 medium eggs beaten, 1 tbsp melted butter, 300ml milk, finely grated zest of 2 oranges (see below) For the sauce: 3 large oranges - for zest, segmenting and juice, 50g caster sugar, 100ml Grand Marnier or Cointreau.

How to make crêpes suzette: Sift the flour and salt into a bowl and make a well in the centre. Tip in the beaten eggs, butter, milk and orange zest. Whisk the ingredients just enough to combine into a smooth batter but try not to overwork the batter.

Leave to rest while you prepare the oranges. To segment the oranges use a small sharp knife to slice off the top and bottom of the fruit. Stand the orange firmly on the chopping board, cut along the curved sides of the fruit to remove the remaining peel and pith. Holding the orange with one hand over a sieve set on top of a bowl, cut along each side of the membranes to release the segments. Let each segment fall into the sieve as you continue segmenting. Remove any membrane or pips left on the segments. Reserve the orange juice.

Slowly heat the sugar in a heavy-based pan, stirring a little to help the sugar dissolve. Simmer until the syrup forms a light caramel. Carefully add the Grand Marnier and stand back as it will spit. Tip the pan slightly to flambé the alcohol, if you wish. Pour in the orange juice and boil until reduced by half. Remove from heat, tip in the orange segments and keep warm. Heat a non-stick crêpe pan with butter over medium heat. Evenly coat the pan, then add a small ladleful of batter and swirl again to evenly coat the base of the pan with a thin layer of batter. Cook for about 1½ minutes until the batter is set and golden brown underneath. Flip over to cook the other side for a minute. Transfer to a warm plate. For each individual serving, fold two crêpes into quarters. Spoon over a little of the orange sauce making sure to include some segments. Serve immediately.

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FLORIDA’S

T O P CHEF

The Francis Sarasota

Executive Chef Keith Dougherty Bershire Pork Belly/ Pomegranate Chocolate Sauce/ Jicama Slaw

Why I love this dish: This dish is as unique as it is versatile. It is great for a backyard BBQ to be served as simply as in a soft tortilla shell with the jicama slaw used as a “salsa”. Or can be dressed up on a cool evening night served over couscous with the slaw garnished over top. The flavors of this dish are both rich and bright. It walks a line between BBQ and mole. It is a crowd pleaser that will intrigue your guests, either at home or for a catered affair.

Ingredients:

Ingredients:

For the pork: 6 lbs Berkshire pork belly, 1 c.

Brown sugar, ½ c. Chili powder, 6 Tbsp. Salt, 8 c.

Pomegranate juice, 2 c. Pomegranate vinegar, 1 lb Mexican chocolate, 6 ea. Poblano chilis.

For the slaw: 1 lb Jicama, julienned. 5 Tbsp.

Cilantro chopped, 4 Tbsp. Spanish onion, small dice, ½ C. Lime juice.

Preparation: Place pork belly in baking dish, mix together sugar, chili powder, salt and rub all over the pork belly, let stand in refrigerator for 24 hours.

Rub poblano chilis with a touch of olive oil and broil in a 500 degree oven for 8 minutes until chilis are charred. Let chilis cool and scrape off the char to reveal the roasted flesh of the chilis. Place the chilis in a large sauce pot with pomegranate juice, pomegranate vinegar and chocolate, bring to the boil, turn down to a simmer for 10 minutes. Puree with hand blender. Pour pomegranate chocolate sauce over the pork belly, cover, and bake at 275 degrees for 3 hours. Uncover and continue to bake at 350 degrees for 30 minutes.

To Serve: This dish is as unique as it is versatile. It is great for a backyard BBQ to be served as simply as in a soft tortilla shell with the jicama slaw used as a “salsa”. Or can be dressed up on a cool evening night served over couscous with the slaw garnished over top. The flavors of this dish are both rich and bright. It walks a line between BBQ and mole. It’s a crowd pleaser that will intrigue your guests.

Diablo Whole Snapper

Beachcomber Resort and Villas

Ingredients: Snapper

Fort Lauderdale, Florida Executive Chef Janice Winters

1 ½ lb Whole yellowtail snapper, Sear both sides of the snapper, Season fish with cumin, lemon juice, white wine, and garlic. Finish cooking fish in a 350 oven.

Ingredients: Diablo Sauce 1 cup demi glaze, 1 teaspoon fajita sauce, 2 oz shredded carrots, 2 oz fresh salsa, 4 slices jalapeno. Bring to a boil and simmer till veggies are soft. Serve with your favorite rice and veggies.

About our Chef: Janice has worked in the culinary field in South Florida since 1985. She studied under Chef Beaulieu from the Le Cordon Bleu Culinary Institute.

Janice joined the team at the Ocean Grill in February, 2013 where she has developed her own unique style and flair. One of her specialty dishes is the Whole Snapper Diablo.

Janice balances her culinary career scuba diving with friends, and is also a certified personal trainer.

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color trends Buttercup Weddings

The color Buttercup is a shade of yellow which means joy and happiness. This color is a beautiful choice for spring and early summer weddings. It symbolizes the blooming flowers and gentle light before the bright summer sunshine.

Yellow roses to the Europeans in the 18th century meant undying love while yellow daffodils are a symbol of unrequited love.

To the ancient Greeks yellow denoted air, and Leonardo da Vinci wrote yellow represented earth. To the Navaho the western mountains are yellow and bring the twilight, to the Hopi yellow is north.

Incorporate the color buttercup into your bridesmaids’ dresses, bouquets, shoes and head pieces. Add an accent ribbon to the groom’s boutonniere.

A flower girls dress with a buttercup ribbon would be an absolutely adorable touch!

Don’t forget the groomsmen, a touch of buttercup included in their ties, bowties or cummerbund’s finishes off the look.

Ribbons, vases and other accessories can be incorporated to bring in your color theme. Consider tying a ribbon in the shade of buttercup on your guests chairs at the reception or lay a runner down the middle of your table.

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The color buttercup pairs nicely with seafoam, pastel pink and navy blue.

Use one of these shades to accentuate your color theme. Let your guests know beforehand what your wedding is going to be about. Give them a hint on your invitations by adding an adorable buttercup design on it.

Paint the frame around your engagement picture on your guest sign in table, and shop party favors as gifts for your guests to carry your theme throughout.

KEEPING WITH

TRADITION

Traditionally a white wedding cake is still in trend, but bakers can create cakes in any color you prefer. A light yellow frosted cake is a perfect choice for this event! If you prefer a more traditional white cake add yellow ribbons or icing flowers, like the buttercup to bring in your color theme.

Cupcakes have become extremely popular of late. If they are going to be your desert of preference, they can easily be decorated with yellow frosting accents or a cute floral design.

Bringing yellow into your wedding theme will bring in the energy of a bright

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Try pairing Seafoam and Buttercup!

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Naked wedding cake

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An utterly gorgeous {& delicious!} wedding trend! Perhaps you don’t know exactly what I am talking about, but rest assured if you haven’t you will!

Naked cakes are those that go sans frosting around the sides of the cake leaving the appeal of the cake to be in its natural, uncovered beauty of the spongy goodness of the cake itself.

The beauty in this design and the color of the cake itself can set a tone and influence the look and feel that you’re going for. Vanilla in its natural look or a chocolate cake will get you a wonderfully moody sultry treat! The fun doesn’t stop at the beauty of the cake alone, the other side to the naked cake’s beauty is in its’ fillings and toppings, in the form of frosting, berries, caramel, honey, natural blooms and so much more!

There is a limitless amount of creative elements that can be put together, while the real value is that these frosting shedding cakes can easily transcend a number of different wedding themes and styles!

Another real treat to the naked cake is their size ability.

Perhaps something that the naked cake has over their frosting covered friends, is their ability to handle drastic changes in size, stacked with more layers which thanks to the lack of frosting makes much better sense when the viewer is able to see each layer for itself. Whether there is not a touch of frosting whatsoever on the edge, or a sweet white wash look, playing with the size of them only serves to reinforce how amazing they truly are working to highlight each and every detail!

Naked cakes aren’t anti-frosting, so please don’t think that, they just utilize frosting in a different way.

Basically frosting is oh so very much your friend when it comes to the naked cake.

The real beauty to the naked cake is the feeling that they evoke. There is an honesty, a bare it allness to them.

They are what they are and they are beautiful. There is something like home to them, like walking into your house after school to see your mother layering frosting on a cake she is making, its real, it’s honest and it is so wonderfully yummy!

These elegant beauties can work their magic into the most sophisticated of fete or the most rustic vintage affair.

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Mar Jennings is an Emmynominated TV Host, Lifestyle Expert, best selling author and Lifestyle Editor for Florida Bride Magazine. Mar is a master at creating a casual luxury lifestyle made simple and sMARt making it quickly understood and easyto-apply with his trademark sMARt tips and techniques. Mar’s inventive and original blueprint for design infuses Mother Nature’s colors and textures throughout.

As one of the top lifestyle experts, Mar has been featured on HGTV, the Today Show, QVC, and in the New York Times.

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Lifestyle Editor Mar Jennings

Emmy-nominated TV Host, Lifestyle Expert and best selling author Mar Jennings is a master at creating a casual luxury lifestyle made simple and sMARt—and making it quickly understood and easy-to-apply with his trademark sMARt tips and techniques. Mar’s inventive and original blueprint for design infuses Mother Nature’s colors and textures throughout the home and garden. As one of the top lifestyle experts, Mar has been featured on HGTV, the Today Show, QVC, and in the New York Times. He is the author of the best selling Life On Mar’s: A Four Season Garden, a nationally acclaimed gardening book, and his newest design book LIFE ON MAR’S, Creating Casual Luxury, both sold world wide.

Mar Jennings is a master at creating home and garden design style that is desirable and achievable while instantly connecting with his audience. Jennings’ signature style is called “Casual Luxury,” and his second book details, for the first time, how it can be broken down into six design principles that anyone can apply. Jennings invites us all inside his Westport, Connecticut home to illustrate how he applies his six Casual Luxury design principles to create his signature and envied style.

“These principles really are the cure for all design dilemmas,” he promises. Years of happy clients, testimonials, phone research and over a year of social media outreach has convinced him he can help anyone with any space. In fact, he even reveals his coveted room makeover worksheet for readers to follow along in their own homes.

Jennings has appeared on the HGTV’s series White Room Challenge, and was recently selected to return to the network for Flea Market Flip. He is an on-going contributor to ABC’s WTNH. Jennings is also a correspondent and home and garden expert for the Better show, a nationally syndicated lifestyle program. He has served double-duty as host and producer of the Emmy-nominated lifestyle show Northeast Living on FoxCT/CT1, but you might also know him as host of Dream Room Makeover, Dream Wedding and Backyard Makeover. He has hosted and produced the annual Holiday Wishes series. In 2010 he joined the world of QVC as a garden Expert, exclusively for Cottage Farms Nursery. Over the years he has made multiple appearances on the Today Show, Food Network, ABC, CBS, CNN NBC CT. Jennings and his home and garden designs and tips have been profiled and featured in Better Homes & Garden’s Decorating Magazine, Home Magazine, Quick & Simple Magazine, Small Gardens Magazine, New York Times, and Huffington Post.

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Weddings: a 160 billion dollar business! Wow, now that’s worth learning more about. Today the average wedding in America costs around $29,000.00 and with so many different resources it’s no wonder we don’t know where to start.

Magazines, TV Shows, Fairs, Stores. All are dedicated to the big day, but how do you make your way through all that while trying to save money and still having a wedding to remember?

Not to worry, Mar is here! He has every price point wedding so he knows the deals and the steals. Home weddings are back in style! If you know anyone with a beautiful home or a large garden, consider having the wedding there. A garden wedding and reception are always beautiful. Just remember that tents can be just as expensive as a location so make sure you do your homework, compare prices and get all the proper permits ahead of time.

Today, modesty is making a BIG comeback!

The wedding dress is important, but at the end of the day what makes a wedding dress “perfectly yours” is how it’s fitted, not how much you paid for it. Less expensive dresses are just as amazing as new designs and can be found at smaller boutique shops.

In 1840, Queen Victoria started the tradition of the white dress. Before that it was customary for brides to wear a new-ish dress that she would take to her new life. Today brides have choice with color and designs, such as a green Vera Wang dress—when you have the confidence to get something different that suits your personality and taste, it’s not just a dress, it’s a dream come true.

Flowers—Always opt for fresh flowers for the bridal party, but you may want to consider silk flowers, plants, candles, shells and decorative stones as alternatives for your tables. Prim-roses, Orchids, Ivy topiaries are all good alternatives to cut flowers. Mercury glass vessels are wonderful ways to stage a plant or flower; they offer a powerful upgrade to any plant, giving you a bang for the buck and last longer than the honeymoon.

When it comes to the time of day for your wedding, why not coincide with a dazzling sunset? It’s free and all it takes is a little planning. So plan ahead and have Mother Nature be right by your side for that breathtaking sunset display. My tips: start the ceremony before sunset so you get two types of light for your photos: direct sunshine and breathtaking sunset backdrops. Priceless! If you’re spending good money having your day filmed you may want to consider insuring it. What do I mean? Put your wedding DVD in a safe deposit box and insure it on your homeowners policy. Believe it or not some insurance policies give you the money on your claim to re-stage your wedding ceremony for pictures. This is worth asking your carrier about.

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No matter how you choose to save money it’s important to have a plan, a budget and friends and family to help the process. Your wedding is all about you--not your wallet. Memories last forever, but debt makes it painful to remember beginnings.

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When it comes to the time of day for your wedding, why not coincide with a dazzling sunset?

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your butler of honor...    Mar’s Summertime is the height of the wedding season and the time of year when I get a lot of requests for help in planning weddings, not to mention invitations.

And while I’ve yet to have my own, I have been involved with more weddings than I could count. I’ve run the gamut; everything from planning the reception, helping the bride find the perfect dress, arranging and selecting flowers to rearranging seating charts on the big day.

Now with my busy schedule, regrettably the only role I can accept is that of guest. That said, I wanted to share with you a great idea I came up with for insuring a wedding day full of bliss, not craziness. It’s the role of “Butler of Honor” and every bride should have one at her side throughout the whole bridal process – from the engagement party to the reception and all the events in between. With all the stress of planning and executing a wedding, a “Butler of Honor” is more a necessity than a luxury that a bride cannot afford to miss out on.

The role of “Butler of Honor” or BOH, will never replace the role of Maid or Matron of Honor unless you want it to. This person should never be the default wedding planner, nor should he be confused with the best man whose role it is to take care of the groom. No, the BOH is there to assist the bride only, and to provide some relief from all the demands, questions and decisions she contends with in the months, weeks and days leading up to the wedding. He is there to diffuse any tension that arises with service providers, wedding party members or the out-of-town guest who insists that the bride provide childcare during the ceremony and reception. A BOH is there to say “no”, “hell no”, and/or “absolutely not” unemotionally, directly and always with a smile. I personally, have never had a problem making my feelings known about certain traditions.

Please, it’s your wedding. So let’s 86 the traditions that have become so annoying and tedious and focus on the details that will make it perfect. I always think about the bride first and the family second when it comes to what other people think. It’s about keeping the bride calm, cool, and collected and always out of the line of fire.

Ladies, now that I have your attention, you’re probably wondering how to go about choosing the right man for this important role. First, it really must be a “man” (sorry ladies) you can trust. Someone who will help you and the women in your wedding party remain calm and not freak out over little things; someone who will tell you it’s time to relax; someone you won’t mind seeing you in various stages of undress; someone who will be direct and honest with you about everything from a potentially unflattering outfit choice to ignoring the sharp zinger your future mother-in-law just said. He is your right-hand guy that you will be spending an endless amount of one-on-one time with till marriage takes you apart! And with his help and dedication, you will walk down that aisle unscathed and stress free. The choices of BOH are best made in terms of a job application.

You need someone with the right mix of experience and personality to handle the role effectively and effortlessly. This person possesses the presence of mind and grace so as to not step on anyone’s toes, especially some of those family members who really do have the best intentions, but will drive you crazy with never-ending “suggestions” on how to do everything.

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Lifestyle Editor Mar Jennings You may think your father or your husband-to-be will be able to perform this BOH role, but like your Maid of Honor, they’re too wrapped up emotionally in the whole event. The best Butler’s of Honor are male friends that you love, but you’ve never dated and or married. You know those single, male friends that feel like brothers rather than lovers—who love to gossip and shop and tell you when you need to reapply lipstick; the man that will hold your head up after a night out with the girls and can get away with telling you that you’re getting a little doughy/heavy and then help you rework your wardrobe so you can face the world.

Here are just some of the responsibilities of a BOH to give you an idea of the preferred qualifications you’re looking for:

Local – Even if you’re planning a far-flung destination wedding, your BOH needs to live near you.

Always available – morning, noon and night, you want to be able to reach him by phone Blackberry or iPhone, or on his front porch at 2 a.m. when you just have to discuss flower arrangements. Sound like someone you know?

Clean cut, good looking and stylish –Your new BOH is representing you and it’s important he make the right impression. He’s there to make you look and feel great, so he should too.

Approved by the groom – You’ll be spending a lot of time with your BOH – make sure your guy isn’t concerned about your “other man.”

Experience with weddings and party planning (preferred) - he has to know the right questions to ask and work on getting the best prices.

Network of contacts – Your BOH should be your go-to man finding anything you need – a good manicure, a killer massage, a good tailor or mechanic, theater tickets, a get-a-way car and more.

Ability to negotiate and manage crises – no matter how small, any crisis feels huge just before you get married. A BOH should excel at the big and small issues that arise with style and grace.

Attention to detail – The devil is in the details and your BOH needs to be, too.

Tact and Timing – He needs to know when and how to speak for the bride and when to remove her from sticky situations, even if that means throwing her over his shoulder and taking her away before she gets too crazy and starts doing things she may regret at her bachelorette party! A sloppy bride-to-be is never attractive and your BOH will make sure that it does not happen.

Having been a butler of honor for many friends over the years, I can tell you that it has been a rewarding and memorable experience. It takes commitment and a considerable amount of time, so make sure that you recognize and thank your BOH appropriately. Consider sending him for a weekend at a Spa or beachside resort the day after the wedding. You know he’ll be there! Coordinate a year’s worth of massages or haircuts that are all prepaid by your father as part of the wedding expense. You know this man the best--be sure to let him know what you’re planning in advance, especially if it involves travel.

A good BOH will be almost as exhausted after your wedding day as you are, so knowing he’ll be able to getaway for some R&R afterward will help energize him throughout the process. The benefits of having a Butler of Honor will be worth more than you can imagine—your wedding memories will be the proof!

You can proudly tell him that you were Mar’ed” in a good way!

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Real Florida Weddings

A WHIRLWIND

April and Billy’s Whirlwind Romance began when they were both teenagers. They had been friends for many years, but never dated.

Each of them went their ways in life, but always stayed close and shared the same group of friends.

When one of their friends got married both of them were invited to the wedding, and that is when sparks began to fly! After knowing each other for so long it was easy for their friendship to blossom into romance.

Their wedding was held at the historic Hillsboro Club which stands on its own peninsula at the entrance to the Hillsboro inlet. At the end of the peninsula is the historic Hillsboro Lighthouse that guides the parade of fishing boats and luxury yachts sailing from the Caribbean.

Their color palette was a blend of turquoise, mango and white which had a light and airy feeling.

The bamboo canopy was covered in turquoise material with white florals. The color theme was carried throughout their reception into the candy station, bouquets, orchid centerpieces, a beach themed wedding cake with a starfish bride and groom topper, and even the brides turquoise shoes which were covered in rhinestones.

If you are wondering whether that tornado looking cloud in the background is real or not, let me assure you, it is! A waterspout hit about 100 feet of where their wedding ceremony was setup. Their wedding actually made it onto the National Weather channel. I think the quote was “Wedding Party runs for their life!” If rain is suppose to be lucky on your wedding day, then this couple will have plenty of it.

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uring World War II Pinups were everywhere! Most actresses of the time were first considered a Pinup and then an actress. Lots of celebrities over the past 75 years have posed for pinup and glamour artists.

The pin-up girls were originally known as “Petty Girls”, named after the artist George Petty, which were popularized by Esquire magazine during those decades.

Many “pin ups” were photographs of celebrities like Marilyn Monroe, Jane Mansfield, the edgy Bettie Page and Betty Grable whose poster was all over GIs lockers during the war. Other pin-ups were considered artwork depicting idealized versions of a beautiful woman. An early example of the latter was the Gibson girl, drawn

by Charles Dana Gibson. The term Pin-up was first used in 1941, but the practice has been documented back to the 1890s. Pin-up images could be cut out of newspapers and magazines or be on a postcard. Many of these photos were on calendars which of course are meant to be pinned up anyhow. The pin-up girl is a woman whose attractiveness would entice you to place a picture of her on your wall. In addition to stunning depictions of fierce, snarling animals like tigers, eagles and sharks, pin-up girls frequently graced the noses of U.S. aircraft. In 1941 test pilot Chuck Yeager first broke the sound barrier in a jet he decorated with a gorgeous pin-up of his wife, naming the plane “Glamorous Glennis.” Every girl curled her hair in pin curls and dimpled as she smiled hoping to be taken for a pinup herself.

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y the 1960’s the classic pinup became lost by the publics’ fascination with nudity rather that creativity or beauty. Pin-up fashion has remained resilient, however and has now been re-discovered and introduced to new generations around the world. It has rose again with the resurgence of Rockabilly and Swing music.

Everything Old is New Again!

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e all you want to be on your wedding day. It is time to go shopping for that “perfect” gown! One of the most important and memorable decisions you will face as the big day approaches, is choosing your wedding gown. On one hand, the process of shopping for a wedding gown can be a marvelous and wonderful experience; on the other hand, it may also be a little stressful for various reasons. You may have anxiety about determining what silhouette suits your figure best, what fabrics you like or don’t care for, budgeting and trying to appease many varying opinions. Take a deep breath…relax…enjoy and let Bacio Bacio’s skillful and talented consultants help you find “The One.”

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lright you’re engaged…it’s time to get started. Generally, the rule of thumb is to give yourself ample time to find your gown. Typically it can take six months to receive your gown so start shopping a few months ahead. Take the time to do some research…have photos of what you’re attracted to - from the gown to the wedding theme and venue. Every detail shared is always helpful and appreciated by our bridal consultants.

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nce upon a time there was a little girl who wanted to be a beautiful bride. Bacio Bacio Bridal looks forward to welcoming you all and making your dreams come true!

Upcoming Trunk Shows and Special Events Bacio Bacio Bridal Salon would like to announce the opening of their New Tuxedo Rental Center and the arrival of new party gowns by Jovani, Theia and Jade June 6-7 Trunk Show Featuring “Blue” by Enzoani July 11-12 Brides Across America Event - free gowns for military brides. Brides must enroll at BridesAcrossAmerica.org in order to attend.

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by Vento Designs, D esigns, will create your fairytale wedding from the moment you get engaged ‘til the day you say “I DO”! For couples whose budget may not lend itself to a complete-service wedding planner, Ana Vento also provides Month-of Wedding Wrap-Up Coordination. This service is for brides who plan their entire wedding on their own, but know that they want to be stress-free and enjoy being a bride with friends and family on their wedding day.

There is a happy medium between hiring a full-service planner and winging it all on your own, and that is when the Month-of Wedding Wrap-Up Coordination comes in handy. From the initial consultation, Ana will complete the details for the bride-to-be and ensure all her wedding plans are organized, in control and completed for her special day. She will take any bride’s vision and pair it with her expertise to ensure a stress-free and flawless wedding day. In the four to five weeks leading up to the wedding, Ana will be actively involved with the bride and will go over every little detail to ensure that months of planning now runs

exactly how it was envisioned. From the floral arrivals, seating charts, assistance with vendors, and limo pick-ups and drop-offs, to packing up the newlywed’s gifts at the end of the night — Ana will have everything under control.

wedding day and know ahead of time exactly what your venue coordinator is willing and able to do. Keep in mind that they will not be able to call the limo driver who is running late, or assist the groom who can’t find his shirt!

As your Month-of Wedding Coordinator, Ana is ready to send you down the isle and into the arms of your blushing groom!

But before you say “I DO,” Ana will be ready to review all of your last-minute details, offer suggestions and solve issues that may arise.

A Month-of Wedding Coordinator can be a lifesaver!

Call Ana Vento directly for a complimentary consultation!

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Some couples choose to forgo a Month-of Coordinator because their reception venue includes a coordinator. Although this may sound similar to a day-of coordinator, beware: It is not exactly the same. It’s important that you identify exactly what your needs will be on your

Events by Vento Designs services go beyond Month-of Wrap-Up Wedding Coordination. They also offer Complete Wedding Coordination, Bar/Bat Mitzvahs, Corporate, Social and Fundraising Events. www.eventsbyventodesigns.com

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Weddings Florida Keys

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“These stunning underwater wedding photos had everybody talking!”

“Richie & I knew that when it was time, we were going to incorporate the beach & water theme into our wedding, but never to this extent!

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Weddings THAIS & RICHIE

“My Name is Thais Galliani/ “Ty” I moved to Florida from Brazil when I was 8 Years old and always took a liking to warm beach climates. My Husband Rich Centauro came from New York and moved to Florida when he was 12 also finding himself on a beach loving the Florida Climate! We both shared the commonality and once we met we were both destined to have a Florida Beach Wedding.

Upon getting engaged on 11-11-11 the wedding planning started! We knew we wanted to somehow incorporate the water & beach into our wedding but never did we anticipate having the beach wedding we’ve always dreamed of!

Upon countless venue options, we eventually took advantage of the tranquility of the Florida Keys, but through all of this knew that we wanted a wedding we would never forget, and photography was one of the upmost important aspects we needed to acquire in order to capture this moment.

“Richie has extensive experience in the special event industry managing operations for one of the Top companies in South Florida “Tents N Events.com”. All we needed to find was the Best Beach location and knew he could transform it into a Lavish Venue – Bringing elegance to the sand!

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Photography by Adam Opris Photography

“Richie & I knew that when it was time, we were going to incorporate the beach & water theme into our wedding but never to this extent! It was the photographer’s idea to take his passionate underwater photography to the next level, and lucky us, we were able to incorporate it right into our entire wedding on 11-30-12. From sign in books, to simple favors everything had a touch of these amazing photos – One photo was even blown up (by “PureCanvas.com” ) into a huge 5’x7’ portrait & served as a huge beautiful backdrop canvas behind our cake table- it really made the display pop & come to life!

Grown from a simple thought - the underwater images emerged into an astonishing piece of art! We were so grateful to work with Adam Opris (From: AdamOprisPhoto.com) I am so happy this amazing memory was captured and printed onto a tangible canvas! We now display the canvas in our home & we’ll cherish this moment forever!” It’s a one of a kind Photo that never gets old! It’s simply art!”

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Susan Benson Fitness Consultant If you’re a Bride-to-be, Life is now about 2 things

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The excitement is building, the energy is growing…and so is the list.

This is a most wonderful time in your life and it can be a challenge to keep it all in check.

Incorporating some type of exercise will help calm your nerves, work out your stress and keep your overall emotional and physical well being in check, so now would be the perfect time to begin.

Here are just a few simple facts and ways to reduce your stress levels: Fact: Being active boosts feel-good endorphins.

Fact: Exercise keeps you positive and moving forward.

Any form of exercise, be it aerobics, spinning or yoga helps to relieve stress. Don’t worry about being out of shape now, or not being much of an athlete, even walking reduces stress. Put on the headphones and listen to your favorite music. Any type of physical activity can, and should, become an important part of your plan to release and unwind.

Remember, exercise increases your overall health. Period.

If you’re new at this, start slowly. If you can’t give 30 minutes at a time to walking, do it 10 minutes at a time.

5 minutes each way before breakfast, again at lunch and at night.

It all adds up to a more relaxed, more fit and energized you.

Another option between now and your special day, a Certified trainer can create the perfect customized program to help you relieve stress, have fun, slip into that dress and get ready for the best day of your life.

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Bring on the micro beads, neon shades and glittery accents! The latest wedding manicure trends vary from super-fun and tactile caviar polish to elegant nails in full-coverage nudes and the hottest colors of the season.

We’re seeing popular summer wedding colors like Tangerine Tango, Seafoam and Rasberry shining brightly from pretty brides’ and bridesmaids’ fingers and toes.

Fitting right in with this season’s nail color and design trends, we love the Mint Sorbet manicure with micro bead nail accent.

We’ve seen shatter polish, crackle applications and just about everything else when it comes to beauty trends, but today we’re featuring something that you might want to add to your wedding planning list of things-to-do! Beauty blogs everywhere have been touting this cool new nail art technique that is sure to take nail salons by storm, the caviar manicure.

Delicate little micro beads playfully dot the fun and trendy caviar polish manicures. Sometimes referred to as the 3D manicure, these nails look so enticing and touchable! Here’s an important tip for this manicure style – you’ll probably need a solid, clear gel coat over the top of the caviar polish to keep all the little glass beads attached to nails for more than a few hours. This is more of a one event manicure, not a look that will last. White or light nail polish shades are always pretty for a wedding day and the caviar manicure makes this pretty look really shine. Popular UK nail polish company Ciaté offers fun caviar manicure kits, which include nail color, micro beads, funnel and tray.

Caviar has a 3D effect, with tiny little beads covering the entire nail plate. According to the directions on the company’s site, it seems like a pretty simple application, polish nails, shake on beads, set with a top coat. Whatever your style you can be fun and creative with patterns and looks. After all, it’s all about making your day unique.

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hands tell a lot about you‌ Most people agree that our hands are one of the first parts on our body to show our age. They are constantly exposed to the elements and the thin skin on our hands make them more prone to damage. We have put together some Quick Tips to help you pay more attention to your hands and keep everyone guessing how old you are.

1. Preventative Care Sunscreen, however redundant it sounds, to prevent your hands from showing sunspots and wrinkling apply it daily.

Blockers like titanium dioxide and zinc oxide provide the best protection.

2. Sun Spots Those ugly distracting Brown Spots that appear on our skin can make our hands appear aged sooner than is necessary. We have found one or more treatments with Intense Pulsed Light, which is an energy device that lightens the spots and improves tone and excessive wrinkling on hands can be very helpful. To improve tone and radiance try a chemical peel applied to the back of your hands. One that contains glycolic acid will gently remove dead skin cells and give them a natural, healthy glow.

3. Lift and Plump As we get older we tend to loose volume, bones and veins are more prominent and skin becomes translucent. This effect can be restored with hyaluronic acid fillers like Juvederm, Radiesse or Restylane. These fillers usually last about 3 to 6 months and provide instant improvement.

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Use a good serum to combat antioxidants and regenerate new collagen. Place it on your hands a couple of times a day.

Follow with a rehydrating hand cream that contains retinol to increase cell turnover, and further collagen production before going to bed.

5. Exfoliate We cannot encourage you more to practice exfoliating your hands. Regular exfoliating will rid your skin of superficial dead skin cells and keep them moisturized throughout the day. Wear gloves when doing dishes and using harsh chemicals. Remember excessive water exposure can dry your skin so protect it.

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Rick’s first assignments were in advertising, doing makeup in print and television campaigns for top beauty companies. Rick soon began conducting his own beauty clinics in luxury salons around the country and launched several makeup lines for Saks Fifth Avenue and Bloomingdale’s.

A master of what he calls “real beauty,” Rick is steadfast in his belief that every woman can be beautiful. He’s worked with world-renowned actresses and supermodelsincluding Joan Smalls, Teresa Palmer, Heidi Klum, Maria Menounos, Cindy Crawford, Iman, Hilary Rhoda, and Liu Wen among others.

“ Makeup is transformational, changing not only a woman’s appearance but also how she feels about herself. If you look good, you feel good and I think you have a better day

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Rick has been featured in national and global magazines including Elle (Canada), Glamour (US), Harper’s Bazaar (US) and (Malaysia), InStyle (US) and Florida Bride Magazine as well as on national television shows such as The Today Show, The Martha Stewart Show and iVillage Live.

Rick’s top bridal makeup tips

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What is your professional advice for looking beautiful on your big day?

I always encourage a bride to plan the look she wants before her wedding—just like she plans everything else—working either with her makeup artist or experimenting herself, so she knows exactly how she will appear on the big day. (I recommend hiring a professional makeup artist for the best results.) I can’t stress enough how important a makeup rehearsal is in planning your big day. Before meeting with your makeup artist or before practicing (if you will be doing your own makeup), look through fashion magazines and tear out the pages that have examples of makeup that you like. “Don’t worry about trying to find one photo with the look you want; I have found that most brides choose a different feature from a few different pictures. For example, the eye makeup design from one and the skin effect and lip look from another”.

How do you find the right foundation for your skin type? Is there a specific foundation formula that you recommend for photos (i.e., cream, liquid or powder)?

Finding the right foundation for your wedding day is part of the preparations that you should begin at least six months beforehand. Choose a foundation formula that will work with your skin, your skin type and skin texture but most of all with who you are. For example, if you usually don’t wear a foundation, consider wearing a lighter formulation such as a tinted moisturizer or a BB cream. The foundations that I have used successfully are thin and highly pigmented; they are formulas that appear barely-there on the skin and that photograph beautifully. I’m working on a similar formula for ARTISTRY™ that I think is incredible; until then the Giorgio Armani Maestro formula is an excellent choice.

How do you effectively hide dark under-eye circles or the surprise wedding day blemish?

If after applying the foundation you still see the dark under eye shadows, the best way to hide these is to use a concealer. Use a small concealer brush to apply the concealer by starting from the inner eye corner and blending the concealer over the under eye shadow. Now gently pat foundation over the concealer. If the skin imperfections are still visible, repeat the first concealer step. Finish with an application of transparent or colorless loose powder to set the makeup. To cover a skin imperfection that is red, such as a blemish, use a green or yellow toned concealer first, then apply foundation; reapply your usual concealer over the foundation and then lightly powder.

How do you get luscious lips that last all day?

The trick to luscious lips that last all day is to use a longwearing lip liner formula such Make Up Forever Waterproof Aqua Color Lip Liner or Estée Lauder’s Double Wear Stayin-Place lip liner. Line first and then fill in lips with lip liner.

Next apply lipstick, blot lips with a tissue, and then reapply lipstick.

What are some must-have products for makeup touch-ups?

There are three must-have touch-up products. First, to eliminate any shine during picture-taking, you will need a pressed powder compact such as ARTISTRY Exact Fit Translucent Press Powder.

Second, to touch up under eyes if needed, be sure to have an eye cream and a concealer on hand. Lastly, don’t forget a light and luminous lipstick or gloss to touch up your lips during the reception.

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What can brides do to make their makeup last?

Brides can make their makeup last by using long wear formulas such as Make-Up Forever Aqua, Estée Lauder Double Wear and Revlon ColorStay. It’s also very important to exfoliate and hydrate the skin.

If your skin is hydrated and exfoliated, it’s easier to apply your makeup, and it will last longer. Clean, exfoliated and well-hydrated skin has a natural glow. After removing your make-up and cleansing your skin at night, use an exfoliation product such as ARTISTRY INTENSIVE SKINCARE Renewing Peel to remove any dead cell build-up. Follow with a good serum and moisturizer such as ARTISTRY YOUTH XTEND™ Serum Concentrate and Enriching Cream.

How do you get the perfect brow shape if you have little to no brows? Here are my “ABC’s” to create the perfect brow shape.

A) Lay a pencil next to the side of base of the nose; line the pencil straight up. Directly above this, on the brow bone, is where the brow needs to start. Make a little vertical line mark to show where the brow needs to start.

B) Keeping the bottom end of the pencil in place, pivot the top end of the pencil so it lines up with the outer edge of the pupil. Make a small dot where the pencil now hits the brow area. This is where the brow should arch.

C) Continue pivoting the pencil out further, to a 45-degree angle along the side of the cheekbone. Mark with a final dot where the pencil lays on the outside of the brow. This is where the brow should end.

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D) Use your marks as a guide to pencil in the brow shape outline. Use short, feathery strokes with the pencil, starting from the bottom of the vertical line and connecting it to the first dot; then connect the first dot to the second dot.

E) Once the shape is created, fill in with more feathery strokes of pencil.

Rick’s pro tip

Before using a brow powder or pencil, first brush mascara through the brows; I prefer to use a brown shade. Prepare the mascara brush by first sliding mascara wand through a clean tissue to remove any excess product from wand. Now gently blend through brows. This is a quick way to create definition, and it also shows you where you need to fill in, if at all.

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Collection by Fashion Editor Kimaree

beauty that transcends the senses Our Fashion Editor Kimaree Beyrent is use to being in the spotlight. From the time she was three months old she worked with Academy Award winning stars Tommy Lee Jones and Tom Berenger on the hit TV series “One Life to Live”. She amazes us with her keenness towards fashion, and now she has developed a collection that she would like to share with you.

All brides want to have a beautiful complexion for their wedding day, and Kimaree’s Good Seed essential oil products will do just that.

Essential oils have been used for thousands of years for their healing and purifying effects on the body. There are 188 references to these precious oils in the Bible. They have always held extreme value by ancient doctors and medicine men that used them for aromatherapy, consumption, and skin application. Research has now revealed the remarkable healing properties within these essential oils.

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Plan your EntirE wEdding in onE day!

Bridal Shops • Formal Wear • Photographers Videographers • Florists • Bakers • Travel Agents Invitations • Caterers • Disc Jockeys • Entertainment Makeup & Hair Stylists • Banquet Facilities • Hotels Limousines • Wedding Consultants Wedding Officiants • Gifts & More!

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Elegant Weddings & Grand Social Occasions S

ignature Grand’s renaissance-style mansion provides a picturesque backdrop for weddings, quinces,

corporate events and other grand social occasions. Whether you’re planning a small, intimate wedding or a large, lavish reception, our elegant ballrooms, private bridal suites, white-glove French service, tuxedo-clad waiters and innovative cuisine will exceed your expectations. Our event producers will help you with all the details, including invitations, flowers, music, photography and more to ensure your wedding will be a complete success. Call us today to start planning your once-in-a-lifetime event.

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Your wedding will be custom tailored for you. I work with Couples in making their ceremony truly one they will remember forever. We work together to add that special something to design the wedding ceremony of your dreams.

“I work with Couples in making their ceremony truly one they will remember forever.”

Your ceremony should convey your feelings for one another, your thoughts, desires and vision for the future. More than just a reading. A heart felt experience that will be remembered for the rest of your lives.

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Real Florida

Weddings

Photography by: Tiffany Danielle Photography

Cheyenne and Michael

Michael and Cheyenne both were born and raised in Okeechobee, Florida. They went to school together their whole lives and never knew the other existed. That is until he got a job across the street from her. She was working at a convenience store at the time and she started to take notice of a guy that came into the store every morning for a sweet tea. Every time he came in he was as sweet and polite as could be. It wasn’t long before she would start to get butterflies in her stomach when she knew it was about the time for him to come in.

The wedding was a fall country theme with an outdoor ceremony and an indoor reception in the newly completed banquet hall. The vows took place in front of a wooden fence styled archway adorned with beautiful fall colored flowers. Pictures of Michael’s Mother who had passed away as well as Cheyenne’s grandfather had their own seat in the front row so they could still be present on their special day.

A reception followed inside overlooking a large stone fireplace, and the ceiling was lit with large crystal chandeliers. The tables were decorated with custom 3 tiered oak centerpieces to symbolize the couples love for the outdoors.

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OK Corral Crystal Saloon

Okeechobee, Florida

The wedding cake represented what the wedding was founded on, LOVE. DJ Chris Blanco orchestrated the party flawlessly from ceremony to reception, getting everyone on the floor and dancing.

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Venue: O.K. Corral Crystal Saloon Hair and Nails: Bella Rose Day Spa Dresses: Elda’s Bridal Boutique Tux Rental: Flower Petals Flowers: Flower Petals Cake: Flower Petals DJ: Blast Productions

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Buddy Valastro is an accomplished fourth generation baker born into the business owned and operated by his parents. He was born in Little Ferry, NJ and grew up working with his family at Carlo’s Bakery in Hoboken, NJ.

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of heaven

At an early age, Buddy showed he was a natural by displaying his amazing talent for baking and cake decorating and running a business.

They dreamed that together, they would make Carlo’s Bakery a household name.

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Today, Buddy is an accomplished master baker, cake decorator and star of the hit TLC series Cake Boss. He’s often asked to demonstrate, compete, and teach his craft around the country.

In his 55,000 sq ft state of the art facility, Buddy and his staff turn out thousands of wedding cakes, specialty cakes, and pastries weekly. His award winning designs have been featured in countless bridal and baking magazines. Carlo’s Bakery has garnered attention from a variety of media outlets, including The Rachel Ray Show, Florida Bride Magazine, Good Morning America, USA Today and Food Network.

Buddy shares his tips with our Florida Brides What’s the best way to save the top layer of our cake for our first anniversary?

“The trick is locking out as much moisture as possible,” Valastro says. “Store the top tier in an airtight container.

Then wrap the container in plastic wrap and freeze it. It should keep until you’re ready to thaw it out.”

Why should I have a groom’s cake?

Valastro gives three reasons. One, “If the couple can’t agree, the bride should get the wedding cake she wants; he can have his groom’s cake,” he says. Two, “It’s a fun way to do something really fun and themed—I just did a huge tennis ball cake!” And finally, “It’s perfect to serve at the rehearsal dinner. It gets guests excited about the wedding and is more personal than a regular dessert.”

If I’m doing cake tastings at multiple bakeries, should I schedule all of them on the same day to compare better?

“We offer a regular-size slice of each flavor (10 total!) to give the couple an idea of the portions. Most finish every plate!” Valastro says. “Don’t go to more than one cake tasting in a day. You want to give each baker’s ideas and flavors a chance to sink in.”

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what’s in a sketch?

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“Bring out the Best in your Guest”

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Featured in publications such as The Orlando Sentinel, Orlando Magazine, Create Magazine, Orlando Leisure, and Orlando Arts, Rafael Diez is the owner of Cartoon You Caricatures, a nationally rated 5-Star caricature entertainment company based in Orlando that provides affordable and professional caricature artists for all types of events - from small family parties to huge corporate conventions. Cartoon You offers traditional hand drawn caricatures and high tech digital caricatures to meet a client’s needs.

Caricature is a proven satisfier, eliciting laughter and delight from both sitter and audience alike. These comical portraits often end up framed and hanging on the walls of their subject’s homes and offices for years afterwards.

You can make this service available to your family, friends, and/or employees at competitive rates.

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Down the aisle in what’s in a sketch?

Style

WHAT’S TRENDING ?

bloggerbrides RACHEL ZOE WEDDING? An unparalleled fixture in the fashion world, Rachel Zoe is a distinguished stylist, editor and designer, renowned for her effortless take on glamour. Having immersed herself in fashion and design for nearly two decades, Rachel has been heralded as one of the most influential forces working in fashion. Introduced to the world of modern art at a very young age, Rachel found herself deeply affected by the intricacies of personal style and self-expression.

As a young college graduate with a strong passion for all things vintage, Rachel moved to New York City and began working for YM Magazine as a fashion assistant, only to be promoted to editor in two short years. Seeking to diversify her experience, she began dressing stars for red carpet events and quickly developed a name for herself as a trusted curator of style and image. Rachel’s favorite client Molly Sims just announced that she’s engaged, and we’re already imagining what a Zoe-esque wedding would be like.

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Wedding trends for 2014: Unusual venues, food trucks, colorful cakes It’s wedding planning season, and there are plenty of decisions to be made on vows and rings, gowns and reception venues. We checked in with some local wedding professionals to see what’s trending in nuptials this year. Bridal bouquets are coming up lavender (and purple) this year. Bouquets are also trending away from the “wildflower feel” popular in past years and toward a little more formality and structure. A few years ago, it was almost a sin to put color on a wedding cake. Now, it’s all about bold colors, textures and patterns. The trend in venues is all about the nonraditional.

Think unconventional locations.

Warehouses, rooftops, vacation rental homes, “the more unique the better.” Art galleries, small restaurants and breweries can also make great venues.

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Big Moments are Better when Shared At the landmark Sheraton Fort Lauderdale Beach Hotel, one of Florida’s most cherished beachfront destinations, we have room for up to 175 of your family and friends to toast, to cheer, to share your special day. Exchange vows on the beach and then dance the night away as husband and wife in one of our elegantly appointed ballrooms.

Book at SheratonFtLauderdaleBeach.com or call 888 920 0098

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“A moment with Joy Agness”

A role model in the Industry, Joy Agness has single-handedly produced The Love & Sunshine Destination Wedding Conference promoting South Florida as a go to Destination for weddings. Featuring Industry Heavy Hitters as International Celebrity Floral Designer Preston Bailey and TV Personality Mar Jennings, and the Award winning Grace Ormonde. The conference was met with rave reviews in its inaugural year by hundreds of Destination Wedding Planners and Industry leaders. The 2014 program on October 26 thru 28 will be exciting and promises to wow attendees.

Sweet trending & Endings, Let’s talk cake...

Botanical beauty: Bring a slice of the outdoors in by asking your cake maker to hand print a trailing floral motif on a smooth white tiered cake Maid to measure: Your bridesmaids will be working hard on your wedding day to cater to your needs. So why not thank them properly with a specially commissioned mini cake?

Make a statement: Brides who dream of being a princess will love pink hand crafted roses and loops of chiffon ribbon. Shades of pink are adorable when stacked together.

Take a bow: Wow your guests with mini cakes of the color of your wedding. This seems to be a very good idea for favors placed in transparent cake containers or boxes, with their names imprinted on ribbons for bowing.

To stay tuned to all things Joy Agness: Visit www.JoyAgnessEvents.com or Like the Joy Agness Events Facebook Page. Info@JoyAgnessEvents.com or call today 954 345 7517

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up and coming designers

Florida Bride Magazine is always on the lookout for unique one-of-a-kind designers.

That’s just what we found from Diva Designs. Niva, a local to Lakeland is a unique and creative makeup artist, body artist, face painter and wearable art designer that provides beautiful looks to fashion shows, photo shoots, weddings and any other call for fashion.

Diva Designs

She specializes in a variety of looks, from porcelain skin to couture and from magazine to runway.

NIVA DURHAM Artists are just different than most people. They think differently, they see the world in full color and have great imaginations! I am inspired by materials mostly, which I think is what makes me a great Wearable Art Designer. When I see materials, a complete picture comes into my mind and I have to sketch it right away! My designs have life-- I tell my models to “play a part” when they are wearing them, BECOME the design. And most models love it, the freedom to be someone else and not stiff.

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tips from the experts

VINTAGE LOVE THE WEDDING DRESS The wedding dress is called “Vintage Love” Neva’s childhood friends mom passed away, and her father gave her the wedding dress. She said to me “ Neva you are the only one I know that could do something with this” So in memory of Mrs.Patricia Strecker, Neva completely redesigned this 1964 vintage wedding gown. The headpiece was also from the sixties era, and was made of 1500 hand painted silk rose petals, feathers and hand attached pearls. It was an honor to create this one of a kind piece.

He Loves Me, He loves me not

was created for a show at St Pete Fine Arts Museum called “Fashion, Fine Arts and Photography” - Three Magical Worlds Collide” Show.

Inspired by “ The American Poppy” by Georgia O’Keefe.

Made of 5000 silk rose petals and 2000 rhinestones and took 60 hours of work and a lot of love!

CREDITS Photography: Mark A. Smith Photography The Models: Bridal Dress: Alyssa Schneider Red Petals : Melissa Morris

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