Lehigh Valley Style Weddings 2022

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Getting married is a major milestone. Make it epic.

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No problem. An intimate gathering? We can do that, too. You’ll enjoy the region’s best cuisine, served in an elegantly appointed ballroom, a modern fireside alcove, or any of our 11 private dining spaces. Relax knowing our event planners are skilled at managing every detail—whether it’s for a wedding, shower, rehearsal dinner or post-wedding brunch. The event center at blue. Milestones made into epic celebrations.

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We’re the Lehigh Valley’s only resort to offer a full range of on-site amenities to enjoy before, during and after your event.

From in-house chefs and menu planning to our full-service spa, we make it easy to take care of every detail.

Then, you and your guests can stay for the weekend and continue the celebration with exciting gaming, shopping, dining and nightlife experiences, all right here.

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Bella Bridesmaids has 65+ showrooms across the country, which makes it easy for brides & bridesmaids to visit their local Bella stores and try on the bride’s favorite dresses.

With an extensive collection of designer dresses that enhance every wedding, at every budget, Bella Bridesmaids Allentown takes the stress away of shopping for bridesmaid and flower girl dresses!

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CONTENTS

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6 JUST MARRIED 6 Local Love Stories

30 INSIDE OUR WEDDING EDITOR’S LEHIGH VALLEY WEDDING 34 A WEDDING WITH WHIMSY

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President/CEO Paul Prass Vice President/COO Lisa Prass Publisher Pamela Deller Editor-in-Chief Kristen Wagner Art Director Taylor Van Kooten Director of Creative Services Erica Montes

Real couples share their wedding day details, pg. 6.

Graphic Designer Thomas Körp Sales & Marketing Account Managers Denise Lichty, Kelsey Rodocker, Pam Taylor Marketing & Events Manager Kelli Hertzog Contributing Writers Daisy Willis Contributing Photographers Alison Conklin Proofreader Lori McLaughlin

COVER PHOTO

A Wedding with Whimsy, photographed by Alison Conklin.

Accounting Donna Bachman, Sarah Varano Circulation Manager Andrea Karges

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Abigail & Sage EMILY ROEBUCK PHOTOGRAPHY

THE PROPOSAL

Mutual friends brought Abigail Guman and Sage Karam together at a Lehigh/Lafayette tailgate. It wasn’t long before Sage was designing an engagement ring with a Nashville jeweler. At favorite vacation spot OBX, with family physically and FaceTime present, he surprised Abigail with a dreamcome-true proposal.

THE BIG DAY

It was a scorching hot Friday when Abigail and Sage married amid the rolling green hills of a private estate, officiated by Dr. Jarrod Spencer, friend, mentor and sports psychologist for the Philadelphia Flyers and Phantoms. Touches from Sage’s Lebanese heritage enhanced cocktail hour, while the couple’s signature drinks were named for their two doodle pups, Drake and Fetty. Sage’s Road to Indy championship cars and a black-and-white checkered dance floor reflected his racing career, balancing perfectly with the event’s modern, elegant theme. A dream team made it possible, whom the couple adore not just as vendors, but as friends.

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THE DE TAILS VENUE: Private Estate “The Farm,” Milford, NJ CATERING: Cathy’s Creative Catering & Café, Catasauqua CAKE: Frosted Chaos, Bethlehem DRESSES/TUXES: Bride: Custom Dany Tabet; Groom: J. Benzal, Indianapolis, IN; Groomsmen: The Black Tux HAIR & MAKEUP: Gladdis Beauty, Allentown RINGS: Bride: Bixlers, Allentown; Groom: Cartier WEDDING PLANNER: Danielle at Your Sweetest Day Events, Lancaster FLOWERS: Rich Mar Florist, Bethlehem MUSIC/DJ: 3 West Productions, Lancaster VIDEOGRAPHER: Brennan Peirson, Los Angeles, CA TRANSPORTATION: J&J Luxury Transportation, Allentown

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Poornika & Tanner LINDSEY FORD PHOTOGRAPHY

THE PROPOSAL

Poornika Kakkanaiah and Tanner Savidge met at Virginia Tech, both members of the marching band. By the end of one December day, Tanner’s gift of an indulgent winery spree saw Poornika nodding off in the car. She awoke at Savidge Farms, with a light-bedecked barn setting the stage for Tanner’s proposal.

THE BIG DAY

With their original plan derailed by COVID-19, Simon Silk Mill provided a convenient wealth of vendors. The micro-gathering feasted on doughnuts, pumpkin cake and mini pies made from scratch by Poornika’s mother. “If the World Was Ending” by JP Saxe and Julia Michaels made for an all-too-fitting first dance! Honoring the couple’s weekly cone tradition, a visit to Owowcow Creamery ended the reception before the party continued at the Grand Eastonian. In a way, the pandemic necessitated a more breathtaking day than they could have imagined, which the couple reprised a year later with the full contingent of guests.

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THE DE TAILS VENUE: Separatist Beer Project Blendery, Easton CATERING: Easton Wine Project, Easton CAKE & FLOWERS: Talana Maria’s, Easton DRESSES/TUXES: Van Cleve Bridal, Paoli; The Black Tux HAIR: Sara K Beauty, Hershey MAKEUP: Vero Leigh, Mechanicsburg RINGS: Bride: Bixlers, Allentown; Groom: Etsy WEDDING PLANNER: Kristina Wittig Event Coordination, Newtown

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Olivia & Adam RAVEN AND THE WILLOW

THE PROPOSAL

Olivia Brown and Adam Jaindl met at a work event held at Musikfest, but sparks didn’t start to fly until Adam’s persistence paid off with a second meet-up. They got engaged on Christmas Day in 2019.

THE BIG DAY

Romantic blush and white flowers filled the mansion where the couple staged their wedding, touched by the cozy glow of candles and twinkle lights for an intimate fairy-tale feel. Peonies all the way from Alaska made Olivia’s bouquet ambitions a reality, and a portrait of the couple’s pets conveyed the four-legged family’s blessing. A custom wedding crest made the programs, menus and custom cocktail napkins unique, and turkey from Adam’s family farm was shared with guests as a tasty touch at cocktail hour. In spite of the unpredictability of the pandemic, their dream day was perfect, best of all graced with the happy and healthy attendance of their dearest friends and family.

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THE DE TAILS VENUE/CATERING/CAKE: The Mansion at Natirar, Peapack & Gladstone, NJ DRESSES/TUXES: Bride: L’Fay Bridal, Fogelsville; Tuxes: CE Roth Formal Wear, Allentown HAIR & MAKEUP: Makeup by Jenielle, Bridgewater, NJ; Hair by Kristen Okaly, Tri-State Area TWINKLE LIGHTS: Eggsotic Events, Hampton, NJ RINGS: Bixlers, Allentown WEDDING PLANNER: Slick Little Bride, NJ/NY FLOWERS: Ross Plants & Flowers, Orefield MUSIC/DJ: Elegant Music Group, Montclair, NJ VIDEOGRAPHER: Willow Tree Films, Boston, MA

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I do

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Let us make your event as unique as your love!

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Chris & Mykal PETRA SOMERS PHOTOGRAPHY

THE PROPOSAL Chris Keating and Mykal Poole met on a dating app back in August of 2011, and set their first date along the creek in Monocacy Park. Chris proposed on the steps of their first apartment together, while a neighbor leaned over the kneeling groom-to-be to check his mailbox! Mykal returned the favor by proposing right back.

THE BIG DAY

The wedding party prepared at Mykal’s mother’s house, where engraved pocket watches were gifted to the couple’s attendants. Due to COVID-19, they took their guest list from 100-plus to a cozy 25, which made their day all the more intimate—and affordable! Homemade fall-themed decorations outfitted McCarthy’s Red Stag Pub, where the couple was married by a close friend/officiant. They danced their first dance to John Legend’s “All of Me” sung live by DJ Vira. Scrumptious Irish cuisine, warm speeches and heartfelt toasts sent the party into a favorite pastime, singing their hearts out with karaoke.

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THE DE TAILS VENUE/CATERING/CAKE: McCarthy’s Red Stag Pub and Whiskey Bar, Bethlehem HAIR & MAKEUP: Steel District Barbershop, Bethlehem RINGS: Custom rings made by Jeff Nathans, a high school friend WEDDING PLANNER: Linda Becker MUSIC/DJ: DJ Vira, Barbara Glass, Lehigh Valley

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BUSINESS SPOTLIGHT

WHEN YOUR CELEBR ATION C ALL S FOR

Wedding Vendors SPECIAL ADVERTISING SECTION Making preparations for your perfect day? From intimate gatherings to grand events, trust these local businesses to take the lead and cater to your heart’s desire.

Interested in advertising in our next Business Spotlight section? Call 484.546.0408 for more information.

Enjoy a Beautiful, Stress-Free Occasion Make Nonna Sulina’s Sicilian Kitchen part of the next celebration! The ambiance of handmade tiles and the blues of the Mediterranean transports diners to Southern Italy.

Chef Giacomo’s innovative Sicilian and Southern Italian cuisine, imparted upon him by his grandmother, completes the sensation. Enjoy a beautiful, stress-free occasion with exceptional service. Up to 100 guests can be accommodated.

(Excludes Fridays & Saturdays; 20 person maximum.)

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Exquisitely Decorated for Each Season Discover the best-kept secret in the Lehigh Valley. Sage Alley makes small to medium occasions special with an exquisitely decorated venue for each season. Select from custom designed, chef inspired, locally sourced menus, specialty cocktails and crafted beer. The Corner Taproom at Sage Alley is a unique, flexible and accessible venue holding up to 90 people for any event, with parking on-site.

Sage Alley Brewery & Grille 213 N. Main St., Coopersburg info@sagealleybrewery.com | sagealleybrewery.com Themed Décor Bouquets & Centerpieces Arches, Walls, Ceilings, Canopies & Columns Custom Sculptures Letters, Numbers & MORE Let the award-winning “Balloon Lady” create custom décor for your big day!

Breathtaking Views and Multiple Options Planning a wedding, business meeting, shower or special event? With breathtaking golf course views and multiple room options, Steel Club is the perfect choice. Blackplate Ballroom, with floor-to-ceiling windows, private bar and 96 x 54” media screen, accommodates up to 200 guests. Planning a more intimate function? Visit online or call to tour the diverse room options. Multiple bar and dining menus are available.

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At Phoebe Floral, our goal is to help couples make their dream come to life. Being involved in their special day is not just our job, it is our privilege to show how the beauty of flowers will enhance your day. Through personal consultations and familiarity with current trends, we work to make your vision a reality within your budget. From beginning to end, we are here to help make a lifetime of memories.

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Kerri & Rey HA ZEL LINING PHOTOGRAPHY

THE PROPOSAL

Kerri D’Emilio and Rey Jimenez met at a high school house party over a game of flip cup. On a future Thanksgiving together, what started out as Rey offering a prayer to bless the food turned into a long speech giving thanks for each person at the table, culminating in a proposal to Kerri.

THE BIG DAY

Kerri and Rey planned a moody, farm-chic wedding surrounded by open fields and nature, aiming for inviting, fun and not overly orchestrated, staying in a nearby hotel to give their weekend the feel of a destination wedding. Kerri tackled the seating chart, mirrored welcome sign and invites with a Cricut, staining the paper herself and adding a wax seal. What was supposed to be a backyard barbecue vibe complete with pulled pork, ribs and brisket was drenched beyond recognition by torrential rain, but while the weather put a damper on the day, dramatic photos made for a beautiful silver lining.

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THE DE TAILS VENUE/CAKE: The Farm Bakery & Events, Quakertown CATERING: 2 Little Piggys BBQ and Catering, Levittown DRESSES/TUXES: Bride: “Olyvia” by Enzoani; Alterations & veil by Irina Sigal Dressmaker, Philadelphia; Groom: Tux jacket: Armani; Tux pants: Ralph Lauren Purple Label; Bow tie: Tom Ford HAIR & MAKEUP: Vanessa Andrea Beauty & Co., Rahway, NJ RINGS: Engagement ring: Marks Jewelers, Levittown FLOWERS: Pridmore Design, Perkasie MUSIC/DJ: DJ Castro, Philadelphia TRANSPORTATION: Lazer Limousine, Pottstown

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THE PROPOSAL

Brendan Cunningham and Tia Jones found a bright side to social distancing during the pandemic, meeting each other over Instagram interactions. They were engaged at Asbury Park in New Jersey after just two months of dating.

THE BIG DAY

The couple chose an auspicious day for their wedding, the birthday of both Brendan’s mother and Tia’s late father as well as being Memorial Day to honor her father’s career in the USAF. A sweet first look with Tia’s 12-year-old son, Battle, set him up to walk her down the aisle, where he was the one to give her away. Celebrity officiant Reverend Roxy led a ceremony full of laughter and tears, and “Taps” played in memory of Tia’s father ensured there wasn’t a dry eye in sight.

As a stylist in the industry for 13 years, it was Tia’s turn in the spotlight, enlisting her favorite vendors to celebrate her own love story!

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THE DE TAILS VENUE: Family property, Nazareth CATERING: Aladdin Middle Eastern Cuisine, Allentown CAKE: Frosted Chaos, Bethlehem DRESSES/TUXES: Bride: Rue de Seine from Lovely Bride, Philadelphia; Groom: Michael Kors HAIR & MAKEUP: Meraki Beauty, Allentown; Glam with Galina, Philadelphia RINGS: Bride: Brilliant Earth, Philadelphia; Groom: Manly Bands FLOWERS: Kraft & Co. Floral Design, Easton MUSIC/DJ: Pentley Holmes, Phillipsburg, NJ VIDEOGRAPHER: Dearly Beloved Weddings, Bethlehem

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INSIDE OUR WEDDING EDITOR’S

Lehigh Valley Wedding

BY KRISTEN WAGNER | ALISON CONKLIN PHOTOGRAPHY As editor of Lehigh Valley Style and Lehigh Valley Style Weddings, I’ve spent years reviewing hundreds of local wedding submissions and working with countless regional vendors to curate our annual feature. This past September, I lived out my own happily ever after and married my husband, Will.

Here’s an exclusive look inside our special day.

The first thing I did after confirming our venue was book Alisha Nycole & Co.’s team and studio. Her space is so dreamy and is exactly where I envisioned getting ready with my girls.

If you’re on the fence, I would 10/10 recommend doing a first look. It was without a doubt the most special, intimate moment of our whole day. Neither of us could stop crying!

MY SOMETHING BLUE

Can’t say “I do” without you—my nieces and my nephew were my very special “something blue.”

I initially asked each of them with a box of blue Josh Early nonpareils!

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We had a very small wedding party, which made the day feel so intimate and extra special. My bridesmaid and maid of honor wore Jenny Yoo dresses in shade “Latte” from Bella Bridesmaids Allentown. Guests could seriously not stop complimenting their gowns!

Will surprised me with a stunning radiant-cut engagement ring from Murphy Jewelers, so we returned there to purchase our wedding bands.

Sarah Petryk of Allium Floral Design created the most magical floral arch for our day. It was the perfect touch to the ceremony scene.

SOMETHING SWEET

Our delicious cake was from Sweet Girlz Bakery and was half cookies & cream and half reverse Oreo.

Guests love a drink suggestion!

Our signature cocktail was a whiskey sour named after our dog, Koda.

One of my best friends designed the sign for us, and it’s now a permanent fixture on our bar at home.

My dad is a school bus driver so, as an ode to him, we chose Leon A. George II School Buses as our guests’ mode of transportation to and from the venue.

Any time someone asked me what the “theme” of our wedding was, I would say: champagne.

A champagne cart greeted guests before the ceremony and, later, a wall of champagne place cards led them to their seats.

We did a champagne tower during the reception and have since learned that one bottle does not cut it! Always pre-pour those bottom tiers, friends.

Several Style girls made an appearance, and we even convinced Style photographer Alison Conklin to hand off her camera to husband and photographer Geoff and hop in a pic. One of the best in the biz, we felt so incredibly lucky to have Alison, such a dear friend, capture our day.

They don’t call it The View at Morgan Hill for nothing! The venue provided so many photo-ops throughout the day. And one perk of getting married on a golf course is the opportunity to plan a golf cart exit!

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Congratulations! You popped the question (or answered it) and now your wedding planning journey begins. As you build Pinterest boards and share the happy news with friends and family, you’re likely setting up venue visits as well. And with venue selection comes the signing of your wedding contract.

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LOC A L W EDDING INSPO

Your wedding day can be anything you want it to be—why not make it magical? Combine custom, curated experiences with a few pops of color, and you’re on your way to a whimsical dream come true—and, possibly, the most fun wedding of all time.

PHOTOGR A PH Y BY A LISON CON K LIN ON SI T E AT FOX A N D FINCH ST U DIO H A IR & M A K EU P BY M ER A K I BE AU T Y

In collaboration with: Allium Floral Design Bella Bridesmaids Allentown BHLDN Blueprint Creations Cake & Corolla Edwing Joseph & Sons Fujifilm Lovely Luxe Rentals MoonOver Mosaic & Co. Sorrelli Jewelry Stony Run Winery

a love that

laughs Featuring real-life engaged couple (and Lehigh Valley natives) Catherine Garrity and Eric Frans

Groom’s tie courtesy of Edwing Joseph & Sons; Bride’s gown courtesy of Bella Bridesmaids Allentown; Jewelry courtesy of Sorrelli Jewelry; Flowers by Allium Floral Design; Veil courtesy of BHLDN

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Whether you’re giving a welcome speech to all of your loved ones at the reception or kicking off the after party, incorporating a champagne tower creates a fun moment for both the couple and the guests.

Champagne coupe tower by Lovely Luxe Rentals; 2018 Blanc de Blanc sparkling wine courtesy of Stony Run Winery; Bride’s gown courtesy of Bella Bridesmaids Allentown; Jewelry courtesy of Sorrelli Jewelry; Veil courtesy of BHLDN

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be silly!

Have fun with your bridal party and incorporate some colorful confetti into your photo session.

These candid moments are the ones you’ll want to savor for years to come.

Bridesmaid dresses & Bride’s gown courtesy of Bella Bridesmaids Allentown; Jewelry courtesy of Sorrelli Jewelry; Veil and hair pieces courtesy of BHLDN

FUN & EASY COLOR F U L CON FET T I TOSS

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moment Looking to provide that perfect photo-op for guests? Consider a custom balloon installation that complements your color palette.

Rather than relying on guests’ smartphones, relish in the nostalgia of disposable cameras— not only do they give you something to look forward to once the big day is over, that retro film look is totally on trend.

TRENDING NOW A R ET RO FIL M LOOK

mix & match Whether you’re using it in your ceremony arch or as the backdrop to your sweetheart table, there are endless ways to integrate macramé into your celebrations. Have fun blending décor elements and drape some behind your neon sign!

Macramé by MoonOver; Neon “Better Together” sign courtesy of Mosaic & Co.; Flowers by Allium Floral Design

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If you’re looking to incorporate your pet into your day, consider asking your florist about creating a flower collar that matches the rest of your florals. It’s an elegant and modern way to get your fur baby accessorized for the occasion!

Balloon installation by Blueprint Creations; Disposable cameras courtesy of Fujifilm; Flower collar by Allium Floral Design

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desserts Instead of simply arranging flowers on top of your cake, request a floral creation surrounding its base.

Display a dessert that’s playful, attention-grabbing and completely unique.

The cake’s rustic, unfinished edge complements the whimsical theme.

Cake by Cake & Corolla; Flowers and styling by Allium Floral Design

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Photo by Sarah Brookhart Photography

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Shellie Reid Warner Owner, rel(EVENT) Event Planning

Weddings and special events celebrate the best moments in life. When someone is the host or guest of honor, they want the event to reflect their personality, vision, and they also want to relax and enjoy it. Shellie Reid-Warner, owner of rel(EVENT) Event Planning, designs and plans extraordinary celebrations of humanity with her team of event specialists who take care of each and every detail, that touch all of the senses. Working with fine linens, lovely invitations, clever creatives who design stunning florals and the most talented chefs in the area, rel(EVENT) produces weddings and events guests will feel honored to be invited to.

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Joe Moussa Owner, Mosaic & Company

Couples create an unparalleled experience for themselves and their guests with Mosaic & Company. From the bridal shower to the big day, Joe Moussa and his team design and create life’s most important moments through their creativity and business offerings. Specializing in floral and event design, Mosaic & Co. also covers the entire event spectrum, offering award-winning planning, photo booth rentals, chair and linen rentals and more.

A Lehigh Valley native, Joe’s knowledge of local venues and his close relationships within the industry ensure that every event is flawless.

By staying in tune with every couple’s unique vision and desires, and with tireless work, Joe produces the most elegant, memorable and personalized events possible.

2947 N. Cedar Crest Blvd., Allentown 610.657.5703 | mosaicandcompany.com

Alyssa Rader Owner, A Salon by Alyssa Rader

Every girl dreams of her wedding day. It’s one of the biggest occasions in a person’s life. The experienced team at A Salon by Alyssa Rader in Emmaus is dedicated to bringing a bride’s style to life. A Salon offers customized and creative styles, color services and hand-tied extensions to perfect any look, starting with an in-shop trial for the bride to get to know her stylist and share her vision.

Whether in the salon or on location, A Salon will be a bride’s proud partner, creating the wedding look of her dreams.

3305 W. Emmaus Ave., Emmaus 610.421.6095 asalonbyalyssarader.com

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Monica Yurconic-Groff Owner, Ross Plants and Flowers

Abby Ogden Owner, Fox and Finch Abby Ogden, owner of Fox and Finch, delights in running her small business, located in Fountain Hill. Though the business has three functions, they all support artistic inspiration. Whether renting out furniture, running the photography studio or hosting small weddings in her studio space, she says she is always “finding endless artistic inspiration in the community and providing services that help pump artistic flair back to the community.” Ogden, who prides herself on recycling old treasures, has a studio full of restored, repurposed and salvaged items that can be rented out for events or used in-house for photography or small gatherings. The studio and rental company owe their success to their incredible clients that see Fox and Finch as a company that can both inspire an atmosphere and aspire to adapt to new artistic expression.

502 S. Clewell St., Fountain Hill 610.653.7850 thefoxandthefinch.com

Wedding planning can be a stressful time, but when working with Ross Plants and Flowers, the stress fades away. From the initial consultation to the wedding day, Monica and her team at Ross take a bride’s vision and bring it to life. Listening to their clients, creating unique designs with the freshest and most beautiful flowers and following through with the vision that was discussed make Ross one of the top wedding florists in the Valley!

Ross Plants and Flowers has been making couples happy since 1938. Let them bring happiness to any wedding day—a day that’s stress-free!

2704 Route 309, Orefield 7525 Tilghman St., Allentown 610.395.5193 | rossplantsandflowers.com

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