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AN INTIMATE AFFAIR Why you should consider making your big day small and private.

GET YOUR WEDDING SUMMER READY A guide to making your summer wedding one nobody will forget.

GW101: HONEYMOON PACKING Cut the stress and plan ahead!

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APLAND JEWELERS Apland Jewelers approaches the sale of a ring with artistry, experience, and consideration of what’s best for our clients.

We take our client’s ideas and craft them into original jewelry that signifies the most important moments in their lives.

We don’t just sell rings, we make them. Owned by veteran jeweler, gemologist and metalsmith Ken Apland. Ken has worked 39 years full time as a designer goldsmith, and is one of the most highly credentialed gemologists in the Northwest, holding the titles of Master Graduate Gemologist, Certified Gemologist Appraiser, and Fellow of the Gemmological Association of Great Britain.

It’s often assumed that custom jewelry costs more than mass produced from the big box stores. However, by manufacturing and selling direct to our clients, our custom pieces are often less expensive that branded designer lines.

The fact is, it’s increasingly rare to interact with a jeweler like Apland’s. The old world skills like hand-made fine wire filigree or hand engraving have increasingly been replaced by more ‘efficient’ modern techniques, yet hand done work is obvious and cannot be matched by cast in place substitutes. We have welcomed new technology into our studio as well, with CAD/ CAM and 3-D printing done in house, allowing the best of new world and old world techniques to let us bring whichever process is best to a project.

Our promise to our clients is quality that is second to none.

There are no shortcuts to quality workmanship, no easy way to make something last a lifetime. We are very picky!

Many jewelers can claim to be bigger, cheaper, or have fancy pants branding, but assuredly few can make good on our promise of quality.

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Thank you for your interest in GORGEous Weddings Magazine. We hope you find this a wonderful resource for planning the day you’ve been dreaming of for years!

The unique beauty and the opportunity to truly get to see all four seasons in The Columbia River Gorge is one of the many reason to get get married here. That’s why we have started GORGEous Weddings Magazine, a seasonal magazine bringing you local advice, DIY’s, Hacks, and several ideas to help execute your big day during any season! We are here to connect you with local vendors to help you achieve goals, from the engagement to your honeymoon!

To make sure we stay current with wedding trends, we partner with local vendors in the industry for updates, tips and advice to push out to our readers. We value our readers concerns and needs so be sure to stay connected with us on Facebook and Instagram. Questions are always welcome and we seek out answers from local professionals!

Congratulations on your big day and thank you again for connecting with GORGEous Weddings Magazine!

Sincerely,

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Contents

TABLE OF COVER STORIES

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AN INTIMATE AFFAIR

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GET YOUR WEDDING SUMMER READY

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GW101: HONEYMOON PACKING

WHAT’S INSIDE

8. DRESSING YOUR BRIDESMAIDS 9.SOMETHING BLUE

12.GORGE ous GALLERY

10.GORGE ous WEDDINGS PRESENTS

An inside look at weddings in the Gorge captured by local photographers.

Weddings happening around the Gorge.

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11. HOW TO SPEAK TO YOUR SPOUSE’S LOVE LANGUAGE

17. PICTURE PERFECT #GWM

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AN INTIMATE

A small, intimate wedding has loads of romance to it — as well as many other advantages. While the large wedding has become a staple of contemporary American culture, the small wedding is making a comeback, and for good reason.

Before you set your final budget and guest list, consider the following motivations for staying small.

GET MARRIED WHERE YOU WANT

Think of all the gorgeous venues you could either price yourself out of, or not be able to fit into due to the size of your party. Keeping your guest list small gives you more options. It also opens up venues that don’t traditionally host weddings — or charge “wedding prices.” Think of places such as an art museum, a zoo or a greenhouse.

SPEND MORE QUALITY TIME WITH GUESTS

An intimate wedding typically has less than 75 guests, which means you will have a lot more time to spend with each person. Walk around to each table and personally thank people for coming. Depending on the size of your party, consider seating everyone at one long table — creating an intimate dinner party atmosphere.

DO MORE WITH YOUR MONEY

Small weddings can cost less, saving you thousands.

Alternatively, you could spend the same amount as you would have set aside for a larger affair and splurge on the luxurious extras you want most.

A smaller wedding can be a way for you to ensure your guests have a night they will always remember, and that you have the wedding you always dreamed about.

PUT YOUR MONEY TOWARD YOUR FUTURE

Your wedding day is a magical day and will most likely always hold a distinct place in your heart. But remember, it is just one day. Hosting a smaller wedding means you are free to put additional money toward future goals, such as putting a down payment on a house or saving to start a family. Remember, your lives together are just beginning.

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DRESSING YOUR

Bridesmaids

HAVE KEY INFO IN HAND

You should know your wedding colors and have your venue booked and your own gown ordered. All of these items will impact the style and hue of the gowns you choose. Will you be choosing the gown or have you decided to allow your maids to choose their own (with your final approval, of course)? Do you want your maids in the same style? Will they be wearing various colors or hues of the same color?

Know the answers to each of these questions before stepping foot inside a bridal salon.

START WITH PICTURES

Not everyone is going to have the same budget, and a compassionate bride-tobe will be mindful of this.

Unless you are picking up the tab, don’t choose a pricey gown. Not everyone views your wedding as the investment you see it as.

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BE FLEXIBLE

Look through many photos before you begin shopping.

Also keep in mind, as much as you love them, your friends are not models (unless they are) — so what you see in photos will look different in person and on each individual person.

CONSIDER COST

Nothing can cause more drama than choosing bridesmaids dresses — especially if you have a large bridal party or opinionated attendants. The smart bride understands that this aspect of her wedding is less about her and more about her maids.

This applies both to your expectations of the dress and your maids. Keep in mind that the color you see in a magazine might be slightly different in person.

Be flexible in terms of what is will look good on different skin tones.

Remember, as much as you might love a color, above all, you want everyone to look their best.

ORDER AT THE RIGHT TIME

Many dresses require one to three months to ship, so be sure to allow for this.

After the dresses arrive, you also will need time for your maids to pick them up (unless they are being shipped directly) and for the gowns to be altered. So don’t wait too long before checking this item off the bridal to-do list!

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SOMETHING

Something old, something new, something borrowed, something blue. This sweet line from an Old English rhyme has morphed into a beloved and timeless tradition for brides in many cultures. It remains to be as popular as ever, and brides who refuse to allow a hint of bad luck in their nuptials (or just swoon over the tradition) continue to incorporate the hue in their special day.

Blue

JEWELRY AND GEMSTONES

A sparkly way to incorporate blue into your bridal look is by wearing a piece of jewelry or hair comb with blue stones in it. Ask friends and family members if they own anything that would work. Depending on the age of the piece, you could knock out old, borrowed and blue with one item!

ACCESSORIES

If you are more of a minimalist when it comes to your jewelry choices, incorporate the color with other accessories. Blue shoes make a confident statement. A blue clutch or pale blue ribbon around your bridal bouquet make good options if you are looking for a less permanent way to add the color to your attire. Both can be set aside come reception time.

IN YOUR DRESS

Color has never been more popular in wedding gowns. If you are a bold bride, consider one in a blue hue. Many bridal gown designers have embraced the lighter shades. You can find gowns with blue lining, tulle and lace.

STITCHING AND EMBROIDERY

Utilizing a bit of embroidery — such as stitching a phrase in blue thread on a vintage hankie or a heart in blue on the inner lining of your bridal gown — is a discreet way to incorporate the color blue into your special day. This allows you to integrate the color without requiring a full commitment to having the color overwhelm your bridal look.

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PK Married June 21, 2014 in The Dalles, OR

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Sunshine Mill Safeway, they were amazing and so affordable We used Sunshine Mill for wine and cocktail hour finger food.

Family prepared side dishes and barbecued tri-tips.

160 $13,000 Jim Semlor

We fell in love in the gorge. The Dalles is home for me and I love supporting my community.

Beautiful venue that could cater to both rain or shine weather. Had a rustic feel without being too country. Sunshine Mill has a wedding coordinator to help with vision. They provided staff and tables with white linens.

Patrick & Kelly

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IK Married July 29, 2017 in Goldendale, WA

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Relative’s Private Property Silk Flowers Carnitas were served by relatives 140 Kathy Pothier

We chose to get married in the gorge because we both grew up here and it’s a beautiful area.

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JC Married September 10, 2016 in Snowden, WA

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Hanging R Ranch, private property owned by Ken & Gina Thornton We gathered flowers from friends & family in the community and made our own arrangements Don Schmidt smoked meat and we had BBQ style sides that were put together by our family.

250 $5,000. We had a total DIY wedding.

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The Gorge is our home and we wouldn’t have got married anywhere else! We wanted a down home, simple, rustic wedding that fit our style and personalities. I had dreams of getting married in a barn with pretty white lights since I was a little girl and it was exactly what I had envisioned. It wouldn’t have been the same without the beauty of The Gorge.

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OUR WEDDING

Love Language

How to speak your Spouse’s What’s your language?

Ways to Communicate

Acts of Service

Offer to help. Use phrases like, “I’ll get that for you..” Needs to feel like a partnership

Words of Affirmation

TACYS Actions

to Take

Do a chore to pamper your spouse. Anything to alleviate their work load

Encouraging, being empathetic Brag to others about your and giving your full spouse, use genuine encourageattention ments or write a love note

Conflicts to Avoid Always follow through, make their requests a priority Speak security-building words.

Use non-constructive criticism.

Physical Touch

Using touch and body language to express your love

Make intimacy a priority.

Simple gestures like holding hands and hugging.

Be intimate and don’t physically neglect your spouse by giving your affection coldly

Receiving Gifts

Tangible symbols that reflect your love and thoughtfulness for your spouse

Make birthdays and anniversaries special! Give thoughtful gifts. Its the little things that count!

Don’t forget special occasions and be enthusiastic about supplying your love token

Quality Time

Uninterrupted time while giving your undivided attention

Turn off your devices! Go on a walk, date just as long as its quality one-on-one

Don’t go too long without quality one-on-one time. Put away all distractions for this time

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PICTURE

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Congratulations, you’re engaged! This is such an exciting time as you and your now fiance join together and make plans to share the rest of your lives together.

After celebrating with friends and loved ones, one of the first things you will want to do is capture the moment in engagement photos. You’ve most likely seen engagement photos before — the good, the bad and the outright cringe-worthy. To avoid the latter, consider the following elements.

DO YOUR RESEARCH

Choosing a local photographer is key. Look through portfolios and other engagement sessions each professional has photographed.

Keep in mind that many photographers include an engagement photo shoot in their wedding photo package, so you will save in the long run if you book the same photographer for your wedding as your engagement session.

SCHEDULE EARLY

There are many benefits to snapping your engagement photos as early as possible. Not only will you want to capture the moment while your emotions of excitement are at their peak, but if you have them in hand early, you can incorporate them into your savethe-date cards and your wedding website or publish it with an engagement announcement in the local paper. Even if you choose to do none of these things, it will be one task complete. This will give you the free time to focus your attention elsewhere later — when you will need to make many decisions very quickly.

CHOOSE A STYLE

Your engagement photos should reflect who you and your fiance are as a couple. You, your fiance and your photographer should discuss overall style and location, as well as any outfit changes you might have planned. Keep in mind how you plan to use the photos, as well as who will want them. Think of what you wouldn’t want hanging on your grandmother’s wall.

PLAN YOUR OUTFITS

Stick with styles that complement one another and stay within the same color pallet. You also want to avoid looking like a “matching set.” Many brides-to-be incorporate white attire into their engagement sessions, which is a classic choice and allows the groom to choose colors he is comfortable in, as everything matches white.

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SummerReady

There are many advantages to getting married in the summer. For starters, It’s easier for people to take off work and the weather is more consistent. Make your wedding stand out by incorporating some of the following details.

SELF-SERVE ICE CREAM BAR

Both whimsical and refreshing, a snow cone cart or ice cream bar puts a new twist on wedding desserts. They also keep guests cool as a cucumber on a sultry summer day. Check with party rental companies to see what options they can offer.

SIGNATURE COCKTAILS

You can have a signature cocktail no matter the season of your wedding. But a crisp cocktail in a bright color screams summer — not to mention many fruits and veggies are in season and at their height of flavor. Work with a local bartender to find out what’s in season to craft the best drink to reflect your tastes

LAWN GAMES

The summer wedding season brings many an outdoor affair. Let guests make their own fun by offering a selection of lawn games croquet and lawn dice, which work well with players sporting formal wear.

SPARKLERS

When things get late and it’s time to take your leave, do it in style by handing out sparklers for guests to light and line your path.

A RIVERSIDE LOCALE

Nothing says summertime more than a riverside wedding or a lawn wedding by the beautiful Columbia River.

BRIGHT BOUQUETS

Summer was made for bold colors — and Mother Nature agrees! Choose flowers in vivid colors like red, pink or yellow. Pick large blooms like peonies, hydrangeas or sunflowers.

No matter what you decide to incorporate into your summer wedding, remember to always get quotes from as many local vendors as possible. Doing so will save money and uncover unique ideas that may help your special day stand out from the summer wedding crowd.

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You never know what the weather in the Gorge is going to be like! Consider purchasing an inexpensive but elegant set of magnetic veil weights! One less thing to worry about, especially if you’re having an outdoor wedding here in The Gorge and the wind decides to make an appearance.

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HOOD RIVER JEWELERS Vibrant and colorful window displays draw me in. A friendly relaxed atmosphere welcomes me. Inside you will find jewelry that encourages exploration. Julie Strader has a passion and enthusiasm for her chosen vocation. She has introduced me to an understanding and appreciation of the skill and imagination required to create special pieces of art in the form of jewelry. Julie was the first certified jeweler with Jewelers of America in the state of Oregon. She is also the only woman certified Jewelry Arts Professional through American Gem Society. It is always fun to revisit Hood River Jewelers to see what new art pieces she has created and sometimes I bring one home.

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HoneymoonPacking Your wedding will be beautiful and something you will remember for you entire life, but there is a small part of you that will be relieved to have the stress of planning such a major event behind you and looking forward to some well-earned relaxation. No matter if you’ve planned a relaxing week on the beach, adventure in the mountains or a quick city getaway, you want to make sure you bring everything you could possibly need.

MAKE A LIST

Making a list is the first step to ensuring nothing important gets left behind. The key is not to make your list in one sitting or just a few days before departure.

You need time to come back to it. Choose things that mix and match well, and that perhaps you can get more than one use out of if you will be gone for several days.

CONSIDER GOING CARRY-ON ONLY

Not having to check any luggage makes traveling so much easier and saves you precious time! Think about it.

Would you rather be pacing around a luggage carousel or be that much closer to sipping mai tais at the beachside bar? Try packing versatile pieces for your trip, or visit a local luggage store for things like pack-flat toiletry kits and packing cubes that can save serious room in your suitcase.

CHECKING A BAG

No matter how inconvenient, there are some bags you just need to check. Maybe your honeymoon is an extended trip or you will be hitting several destinations in varying climates. Whatever the reason, checking at least one bag might be your best bet. If this is the situation, planning your carry-on actually becomes more important in case your checked bag doesn’t arrive with you. Consider adding travel insurance to make sure you’re covered.

Always pack at least one spare outfit, comfortable flats, a swimsuit and another spare outfit appropriate for dinner. This should get you through the first few days without your checked luggage before it is either found and delivered to you, or give you enough time to purchase replacements of essential items at your destination.

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new trends, styles, DIY, photography and anything that pertains to real weddings here in The Columbia River Gorge. We are humbled that you would like to share your experience, thoughts, ideas, questions and more with us!

We accept all types of submission from wedding photos, suggestions, questions, story ideas, to all things wedding from engagement to honeymoon! Any submission needs to be complete with as much information as possible including the basics of who, what, when, and where! Please include photographers name and contact information if submitting photos!

Hacks and DIY’s have become very popular and can be a large part of staying in budget! Do you have a DIY or genius wedding hack? We want to hear from you! You can submit a hack or DIY of interest by either using #GWMHACK or #GWMDIY on social media platforms.

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