New Hampshire Magazine's Bride Fall-Winter 2020

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Fall/Winter 2020

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100+ inspiring ideas

Wedding Elegance at a Historic NH Estate

things we love

An Autumn Palette in the North Country

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FEATURES

28 Simply Elegant plan for a micro wedding

44 Autumn Artistry

a palette to fit the season

54 Plan B

advice for these times

DEPARTMENTS

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From the Editor

10 Things We Love 18 Real Weddings 62 Top Reception Sites a list of resources

80 A Look Back

since the wedding ...

| ON THE COVER | MODEL Jackie Fenton PHOTO Carolina Marles Photography | THIS PAGE | CAKE Stephanie Ward Autumn Nomad PHOTO Carolina Marles Photography

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n historic estate with the feel of Old Italy, Aldworth Manor rests on 170 rolling acres in southern New Hampshire. It is the perfect place for creating lifelong memories of your wedding, party, meeting, reunion or other special occasion during any season of the year. Admire the stunning views of Mount Monadnock from our elegant interior or walk the gorgeous grounds. Lodge in our four beautiful buildings on site:

ou’re engaged, the love of your life by your side, your wedding day ahead. In your dreams, the day will overflow with love and laughter. Now the job — and the joy — of making that happen, in particularly complex circumstances this year, begins.

Where to start? There’s so much to decide. But count on us to help make it easier. In this Fall/Winter 2020 issue, there are tons of ideas to inspire you.

Check out “Simply Elegant” on page 28, where a team of wedding experts design a micro wedding. For inspiration for a fall wedding, see “Autumn Artistry” on page 44. Also, there’s “Plan B,”on page 54 with advice from experts about planning a wedding in these times.

More inspiration comes from our “Real Weddings.” So many themes, so many ways to express them, each in a different venue. Speaking of that, for a comprehensive list of places to have your ceremony and/or reception, see page 62. And, on the last page, you can see how life has changed for couples who were featured in “Real Weddings” this time last year. Our website (bridenh. com) has all kinds of additional information and links to local resources.

Enjoy this special time with your love and, from everyone here, our very best wishes for a wonderful life together.

Barbara Coles Editor P.S. We’re looking for weddings to feature in our Spring/Summer 2021 issue of BRIDE. Interested? Visit bridenh.com to submit your wedding.

• The Lodge (sleeps 22)

• The Hemlock House (sleeps 14)

Find more inspiration at bridenh.com, with extra photos, tips, links to local resources, Real Weddings and more.

• The Nest (sleeps 4) For more information or to schedule a tour, please visit our website thealdworthmanor.com, call 603-903-7547, or email us at aldworthmanor@gmail.com.

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• The Headmaster’s House (sleeps 12)

Imagery: Greta Tucker

Event Management + Design laurenpiercedesign.com

things we love Romantic ceremony settings, sustainable send-offs, monogrammed ice, bold cakes — these are just some of the things we love

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Sumptuous Setting

 F OR MORE TRENDS,

VISIT BRIDENH.COM.

photo BY Lindsay Hackney

Imagine standing in the midst of these fantastic florals to say your vows. Adding to it are candles to give the ceremony a soft, romantic glow. This installation, created by Emily Herzig Floral Studio, can also be repurposed once your vows are said. ehfloral.com

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Eye-Catching Cake

Courtesy photo

A pop of deep burgundy on this stunning cake from Chickadee Hill Cakes makes it perfect for fall and winter. The burgundy, along with a bit of blush, is spatula-iced on the bottom tier to create a spackled canvas look. Accenting the cake are groupings of fresh flowers that coordinate with the bride’s bouquet. chickadeehillcakes.com

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Chilling

Thinking of a whiskey bar for your wedding? Some guests will like it neat; others like ice to chill it. For those who chill it, these monogrammed ice cubes will add a dash of sophistication.

Choose your custom silicone ice cube mold with either the date of your wedding or the letter of your last name. speakeasyicemolds.etsy.com

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Single Servings

Gone for the moment are the days where your guests could sample from spreads of fruits, cheeses and vegetables during cocktail hour. Stick to single servings like these beautiful oysters created by the talented team at White Apron. thewhiteapron.com

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Yes, Hats

Eco-Friendly Send-Off Looking for a sustainable — but still charming — way for your guests to send you off after your wedding? Try these ribbon wands by TheBridesMadeShop on Etsy.

Customize the satin ribbon to match your colors, or add bells and lace for added personality.

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Courtesy photo

photo by Kate Preftakes Photography

For brides who love the boho look and are willing to make a statement, hats are big. This floppy Panama-style hat can be worn as is or with a floral band. The boho bride’s ensemble shown here is by Mary Trombley of Lotus Floral Designs. lotusfloraldesigns.com

Vibrant Vibe COURTESY photo

Garden blooms in yellow, orange and pink are just the thing to brighten your big day. Your guests will love the always-popular sunflowers and the on-trend dahlias in a casual table arrangement created by Paisley Floral Design. It’s just right for a rustic wedding. paisleyfloraldesign.com

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8 Triple Trend

Elegant Ballgowns

Billowing sleeves, one-shoulder necklines and sleek fabrics are three of the biggest trends — and they all can be found on this gown by Alexandra Grecco. A dramatic off-white gown made of silk crepe, the Siren features a metallic fill coupe sleeve that adds texture to an otherwise simple style. alexandragrecco.com

If you are looking for that wow factor, try an elegant ballgown complete with pockets. The classic silhouette combined with metallic silver filaments woven throughout the fabric of this Eyre dress

by Carol Hannah makes the dress pop, creating a romantic look that contrasts with the simple scoopneck top. carol-hannah.com

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Left: Courtesy photo/ Right: Photo by Jeremy Harwell Photography

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On-Trend Invitations

Don’t be afraid to add a bold pop of color to your invitations, like this peachy suite by Ashley Elizabeth Designs. Add a ribbon and lace belly band, and you’ve got the complete package. ae-invitations.com

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Real

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WEDDINGS Fa l l / w i n t e r

Kristin Heidt & David Adams October 6, 2019 PHOTOGRAPHY BY Rachel Halsey Photography rachelhalsey.com

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the wedding day in a word Wondrous FAVORITE MOMENT FOR Kristin Holding hands with David as we walked down the aisle together while everyone cheered favorite moment for david Standing with our guests at the end of the night singing a worship song led by my sister biggest surprise The weather at the top of the mountain piece of advice Don’t sweat the small stuff, and be present with your husband and your guests. Delegate as many wedding day tasks as possible, and remember that your wedding isn’t the end — it is just the beginning. where they live Michigan Honeymoon Wellfleet, Cape Cod

| Real Weddings |

RECEPTION Mount Sunapee Resort mountsunapee.com

cake Crosby’s Bakery crosbybakerynh.com

Florist Spring Ledge Farm springledgefarm.com

dress salon Madeleine’s Daughter madeleinesdaughter.com

caterer Mount Sunapee Resort mountsunapee.com

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Haley Johnston & Matthew Bouvier October 12, 2019

PHOTOGRAPHY BY Salt + Pine Photography saltandpinephotography.com

the wedding day in a word Exciting wedding theme Elegant Coastal Chic FAVORITE moment for Haley Our first look favorite moment for Matthew Exchanging our personal vows Piece of advice Always keep your wishes in mind while planning. It is easy to get caught up in what you are “expected” to do for your wedding. Nothing made us happier than keeping true to our dreams of what we wanted for our wedding day. biggest surprise Someone in our neighborhood set off fireworks just as we were all going into the tent for dinner. It was perfect timing, and we still don’t know who was responsible for it. where they live Manchester, New Hampshire Honeymoon Maui, Oahu and Kauai, Hawaii

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| Real Weddings |

Caterer The Farm Bar and Grille farmbargrille.com

Cake cake. vegan bakery cakeveganbakery.com

Dress salon Marry & Tux Bridal marryandtuxbridal.com

FLOrist Paisley Floral Design Studio paisleyfloraldesign.com

hair and makeup Lauren Bouthiette Mystic Images Salon & Spa mysticimagesspa.com

Jeweler Day’s Jewelers daysjewelers.com

The Details

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Lindsay Newman & Robert Rumrill september 28, 2019 PHOTOGRAPHY BY Scarlet Roots scarletroots.com

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wedding theme Forest Romantic Favorite moment for lindsay Exiting the ceremony, married! Favorite moment for Robert First look piece of advice Soak it in and don’t sweat the details. Enjoy all of the people who have come together to celebrate your love. biggest surprise My dad brought a box of foam light sticks that he released to the dance floor at the perfect moment. If you could do it all over again We would not change a thing! where they live Silverthorne, Colorado Honeymoon Boothbay and Portland, Maine

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ceremony The Mary Keane Chapel RECEPTION Enfield Shaker Museum shakermuseum.org Caterer B&W Catering Company bwcateringcompany.com

Music DJ Scrumptious djscrumptious.com

Florist Safflowers safflowers.net

hair Omnia Hair Studio omniahairstudio.com

Jeweler Dutille’s Jewelry Design Studio dutilles.com

makeup Makeup by Jessalyn makeupbyjessalyn.com

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Eileen Foley & Sam Marousek September 28, 2019 PHOTOGRAPHY BY The Justs Photography thejustsphotography.com

the wedding day in a word Timeless Wedding theme Refined Rustic FAVORITE moment for Eileen Anticipation leading up to the big day FAVORITE moment for Sam Seeing Eileen walk down the aisle piece of advice At one point during the reception, sneak away with your spouse and look around, and know that your love is what brought everyone there.

Biggest surprise The weather was the textbook definition of “perfect.” if you could do it all over again I wouldn’t change a thing, it was authentic to our love — pure and complete. where they live York, Maine honeymoon location Bar Harbor, Maine

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| Real Weddings |

caterer Thyme + Tide thymeandtidekitchen.com florist Tiger Lilies Floral Boutique weddingflowersnh.com Cake Crullers from Lil’s lilscafe.com

Music DJ Tom Kozikowski makeup Blush blushportsmouth.com Dress salon Madeleine’s Daughter madeleinesdaughter.com

Jeweler Jewelry Creations jewelrycreationsinc.com Rentals Marshall Tent and Event Rental marshallrental.com

The Details

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Amy Dee Pruszenski & Andrew Condon Allen

wedding day in one word Merriment wedding theme Roaring ‘20s

october 12, 2019

to celebrate your union with you, and express yourselves in your way, because this

PHOTOGRAPHY BY Christian Pendergraft Photography christianpendergraft.com

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FAVORITE moment for amy Ringing the church bell together after the ceremony favorite moment for andrew Watching my bride walk into the church Piece of advice Invite only fun people who love you and actually want is your day. biggest surprise That so many guests wore ‘20s garb (including a zoot suit) and enjoyed the Charleston lesson while we were off taking pictures. where they live Rye, New Hampshire Honeymoon England and Ireland

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ceremony St. Andrew’s-by-the-Sea standrews-by-the-sea.org Reception The Victoria Inn thevictoriainn.com florist In Bloom Weddings & Events inbloomweddingsandevents.com

cake Jenny’s Wedding Cakes jennysweddingcakes.squarespace.com hair and Makeup LE Glam Team leglamteam.com

dress salon Boutique Leslie Bridal boutiquelesliebridal.com transportation Grace Limousine gracelimo.com

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Simply Elegant It’s deep into winter, but inside the historic Aldworth Manor estate set atop a snow-covered hill in the Monadnock Region, there’s an abundance of warmth and romance. A gathering spot — perfect for today’s micro weddings — has been created by photographer Carolina Marles, planner/designer Lauren Pierce and their amazing team. See how they transform one grand room into an inviting, elegant setting that accommodates both ceremony and reception.

Photography and coordination/Carolina Marles Planning and design/Lauren Pierce

Aldworth Manor, a mid-1800s estate house that is listed on the National Register of Historic Places, was redesigned in 1908 to have the look of an Italian villa.

Its elegant oval dining room with its welcoming fireplace and paneled white walls was the perfect backdrop for a celebration. “My vision for the shoot was a modern, minimalist vibe that would create a clean aesthetic to complement the grand Old World details of the house,” planner/designer Lauren Pierce says.

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The invitation’s minimal design with a modern script reflects that vibe. Created by AMR Calligraphy & Design, it’s printed on handmade paper with an on-trend vellum envelope.

The bride’s dress — a stunning look of a soft Chantilly lace top with long sleeves and a deep V neckline combined with a romantic gathered tulle skirt. The skirt features three layers of the colored tulle topped with two soft white layers for depth and dimension.

Both are from Sweet Caroline.

With the use of early spring blooms and a soft color palette, the florals provided a peek at the beauty that awaits after a long winter.

“It is organically inspired with thoughts of spring about to explode in the gardens outside,” says Emily Herzig, of Emily Herzig Floral Studio. For this bouquet, she used a loose gathering that included champagne garden roses, belle epoch tulips, quince, pussy willow and sweet peas. The luxurious ribbon in rich, warm hues is hand-torn silk velvet and bias-cut luxury silk ribbon, made by artisans at Honey Silks & Co. The bride’s hairstyle, created by Marissa Schoen Artistry, is a loose, textured bun. Her makeup, soft and dewy with a bold eye.

Exchanging vows is one of the most intimate and special moments of a couple’s wedding day. Hand-calligraphed vows, from AMR Calligraphy & Design, make an elegant statement. They can also become a meaningful keepsake.

An intimate ceremony setting was created by Emily Herzig Floral Studio with a structural design featuring pussy willow, pampas grass, quince branches, magnolia leaves, sweet peas, tulips and butterfly ranunculus. It was repurposed later to frame the sweetheart table.

“I wanted to have some unique elements and show that items can be repurposed for different aspects of a wedding day,” says Carolina Marles, who partnered in the design of the shoot.

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For the tablescape design, planner Lauren Pierce used a clean, white color palette with hints of blush, gold flatware, subtle wood tones and modern acrylic chairs. Each place setting has individual plated cheeseboards.

The lovely centerpiece consists of early quince branches, butterfly ranunculus, cafe latte and cappuccino roses, belle epoch tulips, sweet peas and white allium, all held in an Accent Decor noir vase. Emily Herzig says, “Its frosted look balances the cold winter and cozy warm setting for the intimate tablescape set for six.”

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A reimagined “cheesecake” is the focal point of this sumptuous display. The cheesecake, created by Autumn Nomad, is a slicing cake that is topped with gorgonzola and brie, and garnished with fresh pears and flowers.

Add a drizzle of honey and you have what Autumn Nomad’s Jaime Melfi calls “a delicious, savory addition to dessert.” A fine wine, a perfect partner.

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Set on an antique table, this three-tiered ombrĂŠ white chocolate cake by Autumn Nomad is paired with a cheeseboard and another cake to create a stunning display. The backdrop is a structural design featuring pussy willow, pampas grass, quince branches, magnolia leaves, sweet peas, tulips and butterfly ranunculus.

Another experience, just in a single room, is provided by the sideboard with more offerings of cheese, fruit, flowers and wine. The floral arrangement of foraged pussy willow, quince, sweet peas and champagne garden roses, also set in a noir vase, is elaborately tied with the artisanal hand-torn silk velvet and bias-cut luxury silk ribbon. The display, planner/ designer Lauren Pierce says, “added a beautiful visual interest and lots of dimension to the overall design.”

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Last but certainly not least, the sweetheart table.

The couple sits amid a forest of florals, ones that had been used elsewhere earlier. Emily Herzig says, “The ceremony décor was repurposed to create a magical surrounding.” Magical, indeed.

Right: Adorned with fresh flowers, this cake, also

by Autumn Nomad, features marbled and torn fondant with a fondant fern texture.

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Photography and Coordination

Carolina Marles carolinamarles.net @carolinamarlesphotography Planning and Design

Lauren Pierce Design laurenpiercedesign.com @lauren_pierce_design Florals

Emily Herzig Floral Studio ehfloral.com @ehfloral Cakes and Cheese

Autumn Nomad autumnnomad.com @autumnnomad Venue

The Aldworth Manor thealdworthmanor.com @aldworthmanor Stationery

AMR Calligraphy & Design amrcalligraphy.com @amrcalligraphy Hair and Makeup

Marissa Schoen Artistry marissaschoen.com @marissaschoenartistry Rentals

Peak Event Services peakeventservices.com @peakeventservices Ribbons

Honey Silks & Co. honeysilks.com @honeysilksco Bridal Gown

Sweet Caroline sweetcarolinestyles.com @sweetcarolinestyles Jewelry

August Moon Jewelry etsy.com/shop/augustmoonjewelry @augustmoonjewelry Models

Jackie Fenton Donovan Fenton

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Artistry Designer/Photographer: Hilary Colleen Planning Assistance: Michelle’s Event Planning

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For more than a century, brides and grooms have celebrated at the Sunset Hill House, which is nestled in the midst of mountains in Sugar Hill. Its rustic charm and amazing views offered the perfect place for designer/photographer Hilary Colleen to bring her vision of an autumn wedding to life. With the aid of Michelle White, of Michelle’s Event Planning, and their incredible team, a watercolor version of the state’s bright foliage was created to stunning effect.

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New Hampshire’s colorful fall season — with its moody reds, oranges and purple — was Hilary Colleen’s inspiration. “To play off the beautiful fall colors,” she says, “we used some edgy watercolor vibes with the groom’s burgundy jacket and floral tie.” The tie, from Macy’s; the jacket, from JCPenney.

The bride’s hairstyle is meant to reflect a watercolor softness with a look that, as stylist Ashley Waters puts it, is “a little undone.” It’s a pulled-apart braid, with a low, “messy” bun. Her fit and flare dress from Chantilly Place embodies romance with its all-over corded Venice lace. It features an illusion plunge neckline and cutout sides. A dramatic chapel-length train completes the look.

The watercolor motif continues with the custompainted and custom-designed invitation suite. Madaline Goodnuff, owner of Sugarhouse Stationery, says, “Layers of different watercolor textures provide a sense of warmth and movement, while paired with a more traditional script to up the elegance factor.”

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With the White Mountains to the east and Vermont’s Green Mountains to the west, the setting for the ceremony is spectacular. Hilary Colleen says she wanted to feature the mountains and “still have a beautiful space set apart for the couple.” Accomplishing that is a floral ground arbor designed by Meredith Carver of Riverstone Florals & Design.

Wooden brick molds are filled with seasonal autumn foliages and flowers.“The design was focused on texture and movement, combined with really pulling in the surrounding colors,” Carver says.

The main focus of the arbor is the airy pampas grass, baby blue eucalyptus, pink ice protea, weigela foliage, leucodendron, smokebush, ferns, and peach and white roses.

The bridal bouquet, wrapped with burgundy chiffon, was designed with David Austin garden roses, protea, cymbidium orchids, weigela foliage, hypericum berries, scabiosa, leucodendron, peach roses, amaranth and foraged yellow fern. “I wanted to complement the groom’s jacket, but also let the fall colors really pop against the dark burgundy,” Carver says. The boutonniere was a simple orchid with matching foliages and panicum grass.

For the reception, the watercolor theme is carried on.

The table centerpieces mimic the watercolor-inspired floral pieces of the arbor outside. To complete the look, there are copper-style lanterns and dark colored glass vases. Through the glass doors is the beautiful mountain view.

A custom-made, luxury soap is the favor. Made by Ariem Body Co., this oatmeal, milk and honey soap — chosen for its neutral and warm color — is minimally colored and lightly scented. “We work with the client on a custom design aesthetic that matches the theme of the wedding,” company owner Lisa Hardy says.

It’s tied with a burgundy-colored satin ribbon and a green-inked, calligraphed “thank you” tag.

The intimate sweetheart table (right) carries a sentiment the bride and groom share. It’s displayed on a hand-lettered paper scroll by Sweetly Signed.

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designer/Photographer

Hilary Colleen Photography hilarycolleen.com @hilarycolleen Planning Assistance

Michelle’s Event Planning michelleseventplanning.com @mep_llc Venue

The Sunset Hill House thesunsethillhouse.com @thesunsethillhouse Florals

Riverstone Florals & Design riverstoneflorals.com @riverstoneflorals Stationery

Sugarhouse Stationery sugarhousestationery.com @sugarhouse_stationery Hair and Makeup

Ashley Waters Beauty Facebook @ashleywatersbeautynh favors

Ariem Body Co. etsy.com/shop/ariembodyco @ariembodyco Wedding gown

Chantilly Place chantillyplace.net @chantillyplace calligraphy

Sweetly Signed sweetlysigned.com @sweetlysigned Apple Cider Donuts

The Doughnut Cellar Facebook @doughnutcellar

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Let’s face it, it’s not easy for couples who are planning their wedding right now.

All of the uncertainties of the times we’re in have created huge challenges, as if there weren’t challenges enough planning a wedding. But it can be done, and done well. In this new normal, New Hampshire’s wedding professionals — while facing challenges of their own — are working hard to help couples still have a wondrous wedding day — and at the same time keep everyone safe.

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The Planning

“How do you plan something when you have no idea what’s happening?” Nicole Mower, of Nicole Mower Weddings & Events, says that is the question being asked these days by both couples and vendors. “Oh, my gosh, it’s so hard.”

Because of the pandemic, couples are having to postpone their weddings, sometimes more than once.

“There’s one wedding I’ve had to move three times, from the spring 2020 to the fall 2020, and then to 2021,” Mower says. “Planning a wedding is a lot of work in general, never mind having to do it twice.” Or three times.

“Planning a wedding is a lot of work, never mind having to do it twice.”

“We’re in this industry because we love people and love serving them,” says Mower. “The hardest thing for us is not knowing how to do that. I can fix rain — I can put up a tent and make it look beautiful. I can fix a lot Photo courtesy of Change the of things, but I can’t fix this.”

Date by AMR Calligraphy But she can offer some advice. If your wedding has to be postponed, create a Google spreadsheet, listing next year. The small one is likely to future available dates on the left and be a micro wedding, with fewer than your vendor team at the top. Send it 30 guests. “People who are newly to your vendors so they can indicate engaged see what’s happened to 2020 when they’re available. “That way the couples and say, ‘You know what, let’s client can look at it and say, ‘Awedo a micro wedding. It’s going to be some, 15 vendors are available on this really gorgeous and really fun.’” date,’” she says. “Not only does that For some couples, Mower says, the mean you still have your dream team need for a small wedding is a relief: with you, you’re going to lose fewer “They’ve always wanted a smaller deposits.” event anyway. This has given them If ever there was a time to use a permission to have a more intimate wedding planner as a way to reduce wedding rather than a big, showy stress, this is it. “You don’t have to do celebration.” Plus, she adds, it allows all the back and forth tedious commuthem to make the experience more nication with vendors, making sure luxurious, upgrading food choices, the Ts are crossed and the Is are dothaving a fancier wine and so on. Or, ted,” says Mower. “You basically have instead, use the money saved as a one point of contact, rather than 15.” down payment on a home.

Mower says she sees a majority of Mower says she has a ton of spring couples who had hoped for a 2020 weddings on her schedule, includwedding postponing it entirely or ing one with 250 guests. She hopes having what’s called a sequel wedding, that they can happen, but she urges a small one this year and a big one couples to be flexible. “Every month

Nicole Mower

that passes and this is still going on …

I think the uncertainty is definitely the most challenging thing about where we are.”

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“We’ve had to get creative with how we’re giving out food.”

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The Place

Amy LaBelle

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Amy LaBelle is grateful every day that her business, LaBelle Winery in Amherst, is set on an expanse of open land — perfect for outdoor weddings.

“The amazing amount of outdoor space has allowed us to be more flexible and creative,” LaBelle says.

That’s a real plus in these times, but still it hasn’t been easy. “This year, we will do about 50% of the wedding business than we typically do, and the weddings we do tend to be on a smaller scale.”

It’s the same at venues throughout the wedding industry. The challenge, LaBelle says, is to reassure people that their wedding can take place safely:

“Safety is on every owner’s mind. If we get the public to know how hard we’re working, maybe they’ll be more comfortable coming back quicker. We remain hopeful.”

As a place that serves food, LaBelle’s already had strict health regulations. Now, the state regulations for Covid-19 add an additional layer of measures to ensure safety. “We’ve had to get creative with how we’re giving out food,” LaBelle says. “How we run a buffet, how we pass hors d’oeuvres, how we do cheeseboards. We can no longer just display them and have people take from them.”

For buffets, with common serving utensils not allowed, masked servers attend every item. Because that’s very labor-intensive and therefore costly, LaBelle says, “We’re going more to plated menus.” Cheeseboards are also attended by a server. Hors d’oeuvres are passed by a gloved attendant who takes the selected item off the tray with a cocktail napkin.

Dancing is not encouraged, but if there is dancing, the venue asks that masks be worn on the dance floor.

LaBelle says, “We put tables over the dance floor so people are encouraged to dance near their own table. That way, they’re not all clumped together in the middle of the room.”

Many couples are choosing music that’s not the main focus the way a band would be. “One bride went with a jazz trio,” LaBelle says. “It discourages dancing because you’re not usually cutting up the rug with jazz.” Another bride chose dueling pianos.

Like all of us, LaBelle hopes everything goes back to normal soon. In the meantime, she’s fighting hard to make it all work. “I’m always looking for the positive,” she says.

Jacques Despres

The cake

When he delivers cakes to venues around the state, Jacques Despres, owner of Jacques Fine European Pastries, has a chance to observe what the venues are doing to keep everyone safe. He gives them a thumbs-up: “Most of the places I go, the tables are separated, the kitchen workers are wearing masks. They’re doing a great job of protecting themselves and their guests.”

His cakes are boxed up and completely wrapped when he delivers them. To ensure safety during the wedding, venues take a few different approaches. “Some bring out the cake just before it’s cut,” Despres says. “Others put a round Plexiglas dome over the cake so you can see it but not touch it. Still others put out a sign that says, ‘Don’t get within six feet’ or they have a draped barrier around the cake.”

Because cakes (or cupcakes) are one of the things couples feel they can’t do without, Despres’ business is, he says, “doing well, but not going gangbusters. We used to do a lot more.” He’s seeing many more weddings at home and, wherever the wedding takes place, the cakes tend

“You really have to think everything out.

It’s exhausting.” to be smaller (which he gauges by the number of tiers) because there are fewer guests. Lately, though, a good sign — “they’re getting larger and larger.”

It used to be that there would be 24 to 26 bridal appointments at his shop on a Saturday. That is no longer happening. “We want to keep the clients safe and also keep

my crew safe,” Despres says. Instead, couples go online to pick a cake and a filling — several, if they want. The typical sample box, which is completely wrapped, has anywhere from 9 to 12 varieties; there are two samples of each variety, one for the bride, one for the groom. “They come and get the sample box,” he adds. “Then we talk over the phone once the decision has been made.”

So far, that method has worked well; another challenge met. In the midst of a pandemic, he says, “You really have to think everything out.

It’s exhausting.”

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The Dress

It is a sign of the times that brides are getting masks made from fabric left over from altering their wedding gown. “That way,” says Cathy Furze, owner of Country Bridals and Formal Wear in Jaffrey, “they have a mask that matches their gown.”

“Every day we find a new challenge.”

That’s just one of the many changes this new normal has engendered for brides, and for bridal shops. It’s a challenge for both, especially since buying a dress requires some closer-up contact.

But Cathy Furze and her store manager Elicia Bonham have worked hard to minimize that.

Now, once a bride makes an appointment and before coming into the store, brides are given a special link that connects them to the store’s inventory of dresses. “After perusing that, they can select gowns that they want to try on once they arrive at the store for their appointment,” Furze says. “That gives them a good look in advance of what they may want to try on.”

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At this time appointments are required to limit the number of guests in the store. Instead of the usual group of family and friends who get to help in the selection, only two guests can currently come.

Everyone has to wear a mask and use hand sanitizer upon entering.

“Some brides really enjoy having their entire wedding party, moms and grandmothers, and that is just not possible at this time,” Furze says. But other guests can be included with Zoom, Facetime or other platforms.

Another change, this one for the store, the constant cleaning required.

A buffer is needed between appointments to sanitize fitting rooms, all touched surfaces and any gowns tried on. Either the gowns have to hang for 72 hours or be treated with fabric sanitizer and/or a steamer.

“On a booked Saturday the sanitizing process can take quite a while due to the number of gowns being tried on,” says Bonham, “but we make this a priority to keep all of our staff and guests healthy.”

The length of time it typically takes to order — and receive — a dress is another hurdle in these times.

Cathy Furze (right), Elicia Bonham

“Many shipping companies have said they cannot guarantee delivery dates,” Bonham says. Buying a dress off the rack is a great option for any bride who is worried her gown may not arrive in time for her special day.

“Every day we find a new challenge,” says Furze. “We are working to make every appointment a special experience.”

The Hair and Makeup

When we think of a bride and her bridesmaids getting ready for a wedding, we see a room crowded with people, waiting to get their hair and makeup done, or just watching. But that’s no longer how it is.

Now there are strict protocols, imposed by state regulation, and by those who are doing the hair and makeup.

Lena Hartford, owner of Hair That Moves, says the myriad of precautions can be daunting, but well worth it for the safety of her client, and for hers.

“I’m trying to be smart about being safe,” Hartford says.

“The whole thing is crazy, it really is.”

Instead of 20 people in the room, it’s “one at a time, just me and the person who’s having her hair or makeup done,” she says. “I also require them to wear masks.” She emails her requests to the bride, asking for their help in staying safe. So far, so good.

“Everyone’s been great.”

As you can imagine, the mask requirement makes putting on makeup difficult. Here’s how Hartford does it: “I start with their eyes with the mask on. For the rest of the makeup, I have them leave the mask off, and I’m Photo by Rachel Buckley Weddings covered with a face shield in addition to my mask.”

Another aspect of these times that’s In between clients, everything is sandifficult for both brides and vendors itized — makeup palettes are sprayed, — the rescheduling of weddings. “On hairbrushes are sterilized and so on. a good day, you can just move it to anHartford uses disposable mascara other date, keeping all your vendors,” wands and lipstick applicators so they Hartford says, “but that’s not been can just be thrown away. the norm.” The difficulties are such The distancing possible with hair that Hartford has only done a “handstyling makes that aspect of getting ful” of weddings this year. ready easier. One trend Hartford has “I feel bad for the stress it’s caused found in recent months — more casual brides,” she says. “I feel bad for the hairdos. “The aesthetic of weddings has changed,” she says. “Because wed- vendors who are making no money this year. The whole thing is crazy, it dings are smaller, some brides don’t really is.” feel they want an updo.”

Lena Hartford

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Pete Clayman

The Pictures

For photographers, there’s one thing that’s easy in these difficult times — social distancing. “We’ve been social distancing without even realizing it,” Pete Clayman says. “It’s built into the job.”

Also built into the job these days is being adaptable. With many weddings now much smaller — either micro or an elopement — NH Images has created packages tailored to size. “For a typical elopement with two, three or four people, we’re there for an hour or so, take pictures and call it day,” he says. “For a micro wedding, under 25

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people, we’re looking at 2½ hours max. We can fit people’s needs without breaking the bank.”

“We get a call, ‘Can you do it in two weeks?’”

Another way to fit people’s needs is with livestreaming. Clayman says demand for livestreaming is “absolutely unexpectedly huge.” They use professional equipment that produces high-quality video and audio, which they stream via a secure link on YouTube or Vimeo — a link family and friends can log in to. “We’ve been able to broadcast to the world while

providing a safe and secure environment,” he says.

A new addition to NH Images’ services — a high-tech selfie station — is another great way to stay safe and secure. This updated “photo booth” has a small footprint, a foot or so, and is portable. “You could stick it in a corner or place it on the dance floor so you stay in the party,” Clayman says.

There are no props or backdrops. And there’s no printout to lose; within 30 seconds, you can text the photo, video or other options to yourself. It can be shared with others and customized with the couple’s name on the image.

To use it, you just have to tap the screen to start and choose one of the options. NH Images personnel clean the screen between uses, but, Clayman says, with new software, you don’t even have to touch the machine — gestures can be used to direct it.

“It’s been awesome,” he says. “People love it.”

Not so awesome is the upheaval in scheduling. “The weddings are all last-second,” he says. “They’re whipping together their plans and the next thing you know we get a call, ‘Can you do it in two weeks?’” He has had to restructure his business to be more flexible.

“It’s a different world,” he says. n

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| Venues | 603-903-7547, thealdworthmanor.com Capacity: 200

Allrose Farm 121 East Rd., Greenfield allrosefarmwedding.com Capacity: Contact for details

Alyson’s Orchard 57 Alyson’s Ln., Walpole 603-756-9800, alysonsorchard.com Capacity: 250

Cathedral of the Pines 10 Hale Hill Rd., Rindge 603-899-3300, cathedralofthepines.org Capacity: 750 outdoors; 125 indoors

Chesterfield Inn 20 Cross Rd., West Chesterfield 603-256-3211, chesterfieldinn.com Capacity: 60

Curtis Farm Outdoor Weddings & Events 139 Curtis Farm Rd., Wilton 603-345-3231, curtisfarm.com Capacity: 250

Cobb Hill Estate 279 Cobb Hill Rd., Harrisville 603-313-3914, cobbhillestate.com Capacity: Contact for details

Fairfield Inn & Suites Keene Downtown 30 Main St., Keene 603-357-7070, fairfieldinn.com Capacity: 15

The Gibson Room at Crotched Mountain Golf Club

Lakefalls Lodge 750 Aten Rd., Stoddard 603-847-3134, lakefallslodge.com Capacity: 152-200 indoors, 350 outdoors

Luca’s Mediterranean Café 10 Central Square, Keene 603-358-3335, lucascafe.com Capacity: 45

The Marlborough House 9 Ling St., Marlborough 603-876-0004, themarlboroughhouse.com Capacity: 150

Mile Away Restaurant 52 Federal Hill Rd., Milford 603-673-3904, mileawayrestaurant.com Capacity: 200

Monadnock Berries 545 West Hill Rd., Troy 603-242-6417, monadnockberries.com Capacity: 200

Monadnock Inn 379 Main St., Jaffrey 603-532-7800, monadnockinn.com Capacity: 50 in Oribe Barn, 200 tent outdoors

The Old Meeting House 1 New Boston Rd., Francestown 603-547-0021, francestownmeetinghouse.org Capacity: 250

The Riverside Hotel 20 Riverside Dr., West Chesterfield 603-256-4200, choicehotels.com/nh062 Capacity: 150

Shattuck Golf Club

740 2nd NH Tpke. North, Francestown 603-588-2923, crotchedmtngolf.com Capacity: 150+

53 Dublin Rd., Jaffrey 603-532-4300, shattuckgolf.com Capacity: Contact for details

The Grand View Estate

Silver Ranch Stables

580 Mountain Rd., Jaffrey 603-325-8883, thegrandviewestate.com Capacity: 130+

183 Turnpike Rd., Jaffrey 603-532-7363, silverranchstables.com Capacity: Contact for details

The Hampshire Dome/Hampshire Hills

Stonewall Farm

34 Emerson Rd., Milford 603-673-8123, hampshiredome.com Capacity: 4,000

242 Chesterfield Rd., Keene 603-357-7278, stonewallfarm.org Capacity: 150

Hidden Hills Banquet Facilities

Woodbound Inn

18 Lisa Dr., Rindge 603-899-5001, weddingsathiddenhills.com Capacity: 600

247 Woodbound Rd., Rindge 603-532-8341, woodbound.com Capacity: 160

The Inn at East Hill Farm 460 Monadnock St., Troy 603-242-6495, east-hill-farm.com Capacity: 140

Keene Country Club 755 West Hill Rd., Keene 603-352-0135, keenecountryclub.com Capacity: 350 72 | New Hampshire Magazine’s BRIDE

603-929-7382, ashworthhotel.com Capacity: 300

CR’s The Restaurant 287 Exeter Rd., Hampton 603-929-7972, crstherestaurant.com Capacity: 40 seated, 50 reception-style event

The Exeter Inn 90 Front St., Exeter 603-772-5901, theexeterinn.com Capacity: 100

Flag Hill Winery 297 N. River Rd., Lee 603-659-2949, flaghill.com Capacity: 80 Indoors; 300 outdoors

Governor’s Inn 78 Wakefield St., Rochester 603-332-0107, governorsinn.com Capacity: 175 indoors; 400 outdoors

The Hall at Great Falls 49 Market St., Somersworth 603-841-5983, hallatgreatfalls.com Capacity: 120

Hilton Garden Inn 100 High St., Portsmouth 603-431-1499, hiltongardeninn3.hilton.com Capacity: Contact for details

Isles of Shoals Steamship Cruise 315 Market St., Portsmouth 603-431-5500, islesofshoals.com Capacity: 300

Josiah’s Meetinghouse 521 Calef Hwy. Rte. 125, Epping 603-397-9077, josiahsmeetinghouse.com Capacity: 100

Kitz Farm 848 Parker Mountain Rd., Strafford 603-664-5081, kitzfarm.com Capacity: Contact for details

Langdon House Garden 143 Pleasant St., Portsmouth 603-436-3205, historicnewengland.org Capacity: 150

The Library Restaurant 401 State St., Portsmouth 603-431-5202, libraryrestaurant.com Capacity: 150

Martingale Wharf

Seacoast

99 Bow St., Portsmouth 603-294-0638, martingalewharf.com Capacity:200

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Moffatt-Ladd House and Garden

24 Cottage Rd., Kensington 855-428-1985, alnoba.org Capacity: 100

Ashworth by the Sea 295 Ocean Blvd., Hampton Beach

154 Market St., Portsmouth 603-430-7698, moffattladd.org Capacity: 50 seated, 90 standing

The Oaks Grandview Ballroom 100 Hideaway Place, Somersworth 603-692-6257, theoaksweddingsnh.com Capacity: 200

Seashell Oceanfront Pavilion at Hampton Beach State Park 160 Ocean Blvd., Hampton Beach 603-227-8717 nhstateparks.org/explore/outings-events-inthe-park/oceanfront-pavilion.aspx Capacity: 100

The Old Salt and Lamie’s Restaurant & Inn 490 Lafayette Rd., Hampton 603-926-0330, oldsaltnh.com Capacity: 90

The Galley Hatch 325 Lafayette Rd., Route 1, Hampton 603-926-6152, galleyhatch.com Capacity: 55

You can trust that Two Hearts Connect will help you make your special day one to remember.

Portsmouth Country Club 80 Country Club Ln., Greenland 603-436-9791, portsmouthcc.net Capacity: 150

Call today: 603-724-3729 Email: twoheartsconnect2017@gmail.com Website: twoheartsconnectnh.com

The Envio 299 Vaughn St., Portsmouth 603-427-0152, theenvio.com Capacity: 300

Rivermill at Dover Landing 2 Washington St., Dover 603-343-2192, rivermillnh.com Capacity: 350

Rochester Country Club

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94 Church St., Rochester 603-332-1395, rochestercc.com Capacity: 120

Rockingham Country Club 200 Exeter Rd., Newmarket 603-659-9956, rockinghamwedding.com Capacity: 400

Ron’s Landing 379 Ocean Blvd., Hampton 603-929-2122, ronslanding.com Capacity: 100

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Eagle Mountain House

Red Jacket Mountain View

90 Bennett Rd., Durham 603-988-1399, thethompsoninn.com Capacity: 150

179 Carter Notch Rd., Jackson 603-383-9111, eaglemt.com Capacity: 50 indoors; 300 outdoors

2251 White Mountain Hwy., North Conway 800-356-5411, redjacketresorts.com Capacity: 250

Three Chimneys Inn

Indian Head Resort

The Rocks Estate

17 Newmarket Rd., Durham 603-868-7800, threechimneysinn.com Capacity: 200

664 US Route 3, Lincoln 888-343-8000, indianheadresort.com Capacity: 160

Tuscan Kitchen

The Inn at Jackson

4 Christmas Ln., Bethlehem 603-752-2538, therocks.org/weddings.php Capacity: Tented receptions. Call for more information.

31 Pleasant St., Portsmouth tuscanbrands.com Capacity: Contact for details

12 Main St., Jackson 603-383-4321, innatjackson.com Capacity: 50 indoors, 80 outdoors

UNH Conferences & Catering

Loch Lyme Lodge

20 Ballard St., Durham 603-862-1900, conferences.unh.edu Capacity: 260

70 Orford Rd., Lyme 603-795-2141, lochlymelodge.com Capacity: Contact for details. Twenty cabins are available for rent

Stonehurst Manor

The Victoria Inn Bed & Breakfast and Pavilion

Snowy Owl Inn 41 Village Rd., Waterville Valley 603-236-8383, snowyowlinn.com Capacity: 90 3351 White Mountain Hwy., North Conway 603-356-3113, stonehurstmanor.com Capacity: 150

Locke Falls Farm

The Tillotson Center

430 High St., Hampton 603-929-1437, thevictoriainn.com Capacity: 150

2531 Chinook Trail, Wonalancet 603-986-9164, lockefallsfarm.com Capacity: Contact for details

14 Carriage Ln., Colebrook 603-237-8576, tillotsoncenter.org Capacity: Contact for details

Wedgewood Weddings Granite Rose

Merrill Farm Inn

The Toad Hill Farm

22 Garland Dr., Hampstead 866-966-3009, wedgewoodweddings.com Capacity: 400

428 White Mountain Hwy., North Conway 603-447-3866, merrillfarminn.com Capacity: 50-200

260 Fobes Rd., Franconia 603-616-7150, thetoadhillfarm.com Capacity: Call for details

Wentworth by the Sea

The Mountain Club on Loon Resort & Spa

Town & Country Inn and Resort

588 Wentworth Rd., New Castle 603-422-7322, wentworth.com Capacity: 500

Wentworth by the Sea Country Club 60 Wentworth Rd., Rye 603-433-3050, wentworthbytheseacc.com Capacity: 250

Zorvino Vineyards 226 Main St., Sandown 603-887-8463, zorvino.com Capacity: 200

White Mountains Bellevue Barn at Carlisle Place 685 Presidential Hwy., Jefferson 603-586-6046, bellevuebarnatcarlisleplace.net Capacity: 250

90 Loon Mountain Rd., Lincoln 888-589-6661, mtnclub.com Capacity: 150

Mountain View Grand Resort & Spa 101 Mountain View Rd., Whitefield 603-837-2100, mountainviewgrand.com Capacity: 250

Notchland Inn 2 Morey Rd., Hart’s Location 603-374-6131, notchland.com Capacity: 50 indoors, 75 outdoors

Omni Mount Washington Resort 310 Mt. Washington Hotel Rd., Bretton Woods 603-278-1000, omnihotels.com Capacity: 300

Best Western White Mountain Inn

Owl’s Nest Resort

87 Wallace Hill Rd., Franconia 603-823-7422, bestwesternnh.com Capacity: 225

40 Clubhouse Ln., Thornton 603-726-3076, owlsnestresort.com Capacity: 200

Bishop Farm

Pioneer Wedding Barn

33 Bishop Cutoff, Lisbon 603-838-2474, bishopfarm.com Capacity: 200

21 Sunset Hill Rd., Sugar Hill 603-823-9909, pioneerweddingbarn.com Capacity: 130

Christmas Farm Inn & Spa

Purity Spring Resort

3 Blitzen Way, Jackson 603-383-4313, christmasfarminn.com Capacity: 175

1251 Eaton Rd., Madison 603-367-8896, purityspring.com Capacity: 200

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20 State Route 2, Shelburne 603-466-3315, townandcountryinn.com Capacity: 400

Waterville Valley Resort 1 Ski Area Rd., Waterville Valley 603-236-8311, waterville.com Capacity: 410 indoors, 440outdoors

White Mountain Hotel & Resort 87 Fairway Dr., North Conway 800-533-6301, whitemountainhotel.com Capacity: 120 indoors, 200 outdoors

The Barn at Whitney’s Inn 357 Black Mountain Rd., Jackson 603-383-8916, thebarnatwhitneys.com Capacity: 140

The Wentworth Inn 1 Carter Notch Rd., Jackson 603-383-9700, thewentworth.com Capacity: 125 indoors; 200 outdoors

Wildcat Mountain 542 Route 16, Gorham 603-466-3326, skiwildcat.com Capacity: 30-300

The Woodstock Inn Brewery 135 Main St., North Woodstock 603-745-3951, woodstockinnnh.com Capacity: 200

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Bellman Jewelers

At Bellman Jewelers we specialize in custom wedding bands and engagement rings.

These bands are just an example of the pieces we have helped customers create! If you dream it we will create it! Using our Cad software and 3D printing capabilities, we will make sure the ring is perfect for you.

Castle in the Clouds

Perched high on a mountaintop, Castle in the Clouds is the perfect enchanted storybook setting for your wedding. Join us as we transport your guests via vintage trolley from garden ceremony to terrace cocktails followed by a reception with grand views of Lake Winnipesaukee.

455 Old Mountain Rd., Moultonborough, NH 03254 603.476.5900 • www.castleintheclouds.org See our ad on page 2.

1650 Elm Street • Manchester, NH 03101 • 603-625-4653 www.bellmans.com • See see our our ad adon onpage page5.

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Currier Museum of Art

An artistic, elegant, and world-class backdrop for your special day. Your guests can roam the galleries and enjoy curated cocktails and dinner service by Currier Catering. Special offer for intimate weddings under 60 guests. Schedule a tour today!

150 Ash Street, Manchester, NH • 603-669-6144 ext.110 www.currier.org/about-us/weddings See our ad on page 3.

Mountain View Grand Resort and Spa Located on 1,700 acres in the White Mountains of NH, Mountain View Grand offers the grandeur of a great historic hotel. Founded in 1865, the resort is a premier destination for elegant four-season weddings. Featuring 141 graciously appointed rooms and suites and a choice of tasteful and luxurious venues for your wedding and reception. AAA Four Diamond since 2008 and a member of Historic Hotels of America.

Whitefield, NH • (844) 602-4907 www.mountainviewgrand.com • See our ad on the back cover New Hampshire Magazine’s BRIDE | 75

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Omni Mount Washington Resort Newfound Lake Inn has been welcoming travelers since 1840, as an overnight stop on the stage-coach route from Boston to Montreal. A perfect venue for destination weddings, outside in our extensive gardens or inside the newly-renovated barn accommodating up to 200 guests. Only two hours from the Boston airport, the Newfound area is one of the premier, four-season vacation spots in New Hampshire.

Dreaming of the perfect fairy tale wedding? At the Omni Mount Washington Resort, you’ll find everything you need to make it so. Breathtaking scenery. Stunning ballrooms. Inspiring outdoor settings. Now open for milestone events, be among the first to say “I do” at the new Crystal Hills event venue, high atop the slopes of Bretton Woods and serviced by the state’s only 8-passenger gondola. Whether you envision an elegant outdoor ceremony, framed by the beautiful White Mountain National Forest, or a formal indoor affair, we’ll help you find the ideal setting to fit your unique style.

1030 Mayhew Turnpike, Bridgewater, NH • 603-744-3894 www.newfoundlake.com • See See our ourad adon onpage page4.

310 Mt. Washington Hotel Rd., Bretton Woods, NH 03575 • 603-278-8813 omnihotels.com/mountwashington • see See our our ad ad on on page page 1.

Stonewall Farm

A place to gather, a place to grow. These qualities and more are what make Stonewall Farm Weddings so extraordinary. Make lasting memories when you gather here with loved ones and friends to celebrate your love and commitment. Choose from among three unique, outdoor ceremony locations, dance the night away in our gorgeous post and beam reception space, and roam rolling meadows and wooded hillsides while having photos taken. It’s our organic farm, but it’s your wedding day, your way.

242 Chesterfield Road • Keene, NH 03431 • 603-357-7278 www.stonewallfarm.org

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Newfound Lake Inn

Manchester Country Club

The perfect backdrop for your special day, we invite you to learn how our modern Great Room and outdoor space can be your unique wedding destination. Love is for everyone; membership is not required to host your wedding with us.

Bedford, NH • 603-624-4096 www.manchestercountryclub.com our on page See ourSee ad on theadinside back cover.

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Atlas PyroVision Entertainment Group

Atlas PyroVision is a professional fireworks display company producing memorable events throughout New England. Each display is custom designed to meet the features of the venue and the audience. Whether the fireworks are being fired from land or water, on one of our mini barges, Atlas will create a spectacular display that your guests will remember for years to come.

800-321-5008 • www.atlaspyro.com Seeour ourad adonon inside See the insidefront front cover cover.

Day’s Jewelers

Family owned since 1914, Day’s Jewelers has been part of some amazing love stories.

With each customer, we are reminded of the importance of every piece of jewelry we sell.

Wedding bands are a big part of the those love stories and a symbol of eternity, with no beginning or end. Like your eternal promise to your spouse, we promise to exceed your expectations and strive to be your family jeweler for generations to come.

66 March Ave., Manchester, 603-641-8232 • 567 Amherst St., Nashua, 603-324-5200

www.daysjewelers.com • See Seeour ourad adon onpage page64.

Seacoast Science Center The Margate Resort

The Margate Resort is a premier resort located on the shores of Lake Winnipesaukee. All of your wedding needs at one location... Ceremony, Reception, Guest Rooms. Many options are available for your special day... Inside: Grand Ballroom, Mariah Room overlooking the lake. Outside: Our new venue - The Lakeside Pavilion, West Lawn, or directly on the beach. Consider an after hours pool party, fireworks, or a bonfire on the beach! You will receive the best personalized service from start to finish. The Margate, where beautiful memories begin.

76 Lake St., Laconia, NH 03246 1-888-266-8605 • www.themargate.com

Situated on the ocean’s edge, within historic Odiorne Point State Park, the Seacoast Science Center provides an exquisite setting for your celebration of a lifetime and an unparalleled backdrop for your photographs and life-long memories. From the formal reception of your dreams, to the fun and games of a lobster bake, you can take pride in knowing your rental supports SSC’s mission to inspire conservation of our Blue Planet.

In Odiorne Point State Park Rte. 1A, 570 Ocean Blvd., Rye, NH • 603-436-8043 www.seacoastsciencecenter.org • siterental@sscnh.org New Hampshire Magazine’s BRIDE | 77

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Ben’s Sugar Shack

Allioops!

The Allioops! style is a fresh take on classic floral design, with an extra touch of wild. Designing with locally grown flowers first, we are committed to providing the freshest, highest quality blooms possible. We believe that our flowers do the best talking, so visit our website, allioops.com, or check us out on social media @allioopsflowers.

Ben’s Sugar Shack offers truly unique maple syrup wedding favors for your special day!

These delicious wedding favors are a memorable gift for your guests that they won’t forget to take home! We also offer custom hang-tags, custom printing and custom stickers! Check out BensMapleSyrup.com to see all of your options and pricing. Enter “NHBRIDE2020” at checkout and save 10% off a purchase of 100 or more favors.

New London, NH • 603-526-2398 www.allioops.com

83 Webster Hwy., Temple, NH • 603-924-3111 bensmaplesyrup.com • sales@bensmaplesyrup.com

A Perfect Match Sherlock & Watson • Lady Mary & Matthew • Bert & Ernie

Bringing couples together for generations.

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A Look Back •

We got in touch with the couples featured in Real Weddings in previous years and asked them to tell us about the biggest thing that's happened since their wedding day ...

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Mary-Catherine Citarelli & Cody Wright {10.20.2018}

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Your Wedding, Our Venue Manchester Country Club

We’ve been celebrating the greatest love stories since we opened our doors in 1923. It’s easy to say we care about your wedding being the most special day of your life.

With space to accommodate up to 260 guests, we host only one wedding at a time so we can focus entirely on you. Our place is yours, and you decide when you’d like your six-hour reception to begin.

LOVE IS FOR EVERYONE; MEMBERSHIP IS NOT REQUIRED TO HOST YOUR WEDDING HERE.

Bedford, NH – ManchesterCountryClub.com – (603) 624-4096

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